Healthy Mind Fit Body

(duration 36:28) In this show we interview Richard Nikoley, whose blog promotes “expressing our primal genes for lean health, vitality, and attractiveness.” Understanding our nature as “rational animals” entails living as individuals who can make the wisest choices for ourselves, based on evolutionary fitness insights. Low-carb higher fat and adequate protein eating is a great …

(duration 16 min) In this shorter show we cover the challenges of being an olympian and the nature of self-identification, followed by a critique of a mainstream article on losing weight. Again, the calorie theory of weight loss rears it’s ugly head. We once again note the insulin factor in fat gain and storage. I …

(duration 36:01) In this show, Kevin shares his recent natural movement experiences in Austin with Erwan for a day (and I share my unnatural movement experience on the ranch;). It’s important to understand the mental side of natural movement and conditioning in general; be focused and mindful, so as to excel and avoid injuries. Kevin …

(duration: 36:05) In this inspiring interview, we explore with Erwan the nature of practical and adaptive movement that enables truly excelling in health and fitness, as well as an ethics of contributing to the well-being of others (an emphasis on collaboration rather than competition). MovNat brings about feelings of personal empowerment, confidence, freedom and efficiency. …

(duration 19:55) Join us in our continuing discussion about childhood eating and the best methods of parenting (feel free to comment below the show notes). Promoting reason, respect, and rational self-interest is key to great eating habits. The quest for good nutritional knowledge must be engaged in by both adults and kids, as a partnership. …

(duration 18:28) In this show we offer further answers to questions by listeners, this time dealing with persuading others, particularly children, about healthy mind fit body lifestyle choices. Ultimately, it’s about respect and understanding, rather than battles of the wills or controlling others’ behavior, such as prohibiting consumption of “forbidden” foods, which at base denies …

(duration 19:39) This episode we explore Kevin’s upcoming couple months deep in the heat/heart of Texas, non-sweet bbq, his blog post on the China Study, and then we offer our answers to a few questions by listeners–involving making additions to our site, sprint training, as well as persuading others about healthy mind fit body lifestyle …

(duration 35:56) In this second half of our interview with Robb Wolf, author of upcoming book The Paleo Solution, we discuss the potential ills of legumes, such as beans, peas, and peanut butter. Similar to grains, they have some inflammatory properties (but your individual results may vary). Another point covered was: given the plethora of …

(duration 31:57) This show is the first part of our two-part interview with Robb Wolf, a paleo-oriented strength and conditioning coach with a biochemistry background. He offers his insights about the paleo eating regimen and the problems with modern diets. We ask him about his own evolution to the paleo lifestyle, from sick vegetarian, to …

(duration 23:27) We discuss a mix of things in this show, starting with my recent experience with food poisoning (wasn’t pretty) and Kevin’s July 4th holiday foodstuff experiences. Confidence comes with being aligned with what’s healthy and good for you and being able to achieve your values in life. And confidence in how you look …