One Day with Jon Bier

In this episode of One Day with Jon Bier, Jon sits with Bjoern Woltermann, the developer of Katalyst, a groundbreaking electro-muscle stimulation technology that adapts to your individual body, goals, and fitness level, revealing your hidden strengths.

Listen in as Bjoern shares how his personal experience with back pain became the spark that led to the creation of Katalyst. He delves into the complexities of nutrition, challenging the Standard American Diet and emphasizing the importance of nutrient-rich foods. He breaks down the ins-and-outs of EMS technology and how it can revolutionize your fitness journey.

Katalyst is an elite, full-body workout in just 20 minutes, without any external weights or joint impact. Leveraging Electro Muscle Stimulation (EMS) technology, Katalyst creates an extraordinary new way to workout. Its patent-pending training system and full-body suit deliver specially-tuned, low frequency impulses to each of your major muscle groups. These impulses imitate the brain signals that cause your muscles to contract and, when combined with simple bodyweight movements, multiply the results of any exercise.

Powerful Quotes by Bjoern

"With Katalyst, we didn’t invent new music. We just invented a better player."

"Body composition changes don’t happen during the workout. Body composition changes are the result of the workout."

Key Highlights

·    Bjoern shares his personal journey from chronic back pain to pain-free living, thanks to the technology that underpins his innovative product. He discusses the power of EMS and how it targets often overlooked muscle groups, providing an intense and unique workout experience whether your goal is longevity, increased endurance, or muscle growth.

·    Tackling ‌nutrition, Bjoern addresses misinformation surrounding food choices, particularly in light of the influence of the Standard American Diet and big-name sponsors like Coca-Cola. He offers a comparative analysis of how our bodies, similar to other animals, are designed to consume nutrient-rich food, and why human beings are not herbivores.

·    Bjoern talks lower back pain and exercise. He breaks down the Tr3 protocol and discusses how it can be complemented by certain movements. He highlights the significance of proper breathing, stretching, and how to accurately assess and monitor caloric expenditure.

Connect with Bjoern Woltermann

Instagram: @bwoltermann

Connect with Jon Bier

Instagram: @jonbier13

Twitter: @jonbier13

Get ready to discover your potential and harness the power of your mind through a captivating conversation on neurofeedback and mediation with Paola Telfer, the creator of Sens.Ai. As we traverse the pulsating energy of LA, immerse yourself in the world of wellness trends and heart-brain coherence that the city is renowned for. We'll peel back the layers of the heart-brain relationship, offering insights into the vital role the heart plays in communication with the brain.

Join us as we dive into the intricacies of relationships, exploring how marriage can serve as a reflection of our personal barriers and triggers, and the crucial role intention plays in building a strong bond. We shed light on tech-assisted neurofeedback's benefits in overcoming relationship hurdles and building meaningful connections.

Paola Telfer shares her journey from electrical engineering to the creation of an innovative product combining biofeedback modalities. We highlight the significance of investing in training, the expense of conventional biofeedback methods, and the promising potential Sens.Ai holds for athletes and others seeking that competitive edge. Additionally, we venture into an engaging discussion on brainwave patterns, the impact of stimulants and psychedelics, the essence of lucidity, and the possibilities group brainwave synchrony holds to address global issues. Tune in for a thought-provoking, enlightening episode.

Quote from the episode: "The world is busy and everything is trying to get our attention. It's our phones, it's the way we stack our calendars, and it's making us very distractible. We can't sit and meditate. First, let's get the nervous system balanced, and then let's train your ability to control your attention. It's very trainable, it's 15 minutes a day, and people can start being able to control their attention and that's huge." - Paola Telfer

Learn more about Sens.Ai:

• Website: sens.ai
• Instagram: @sens.ai.inc

Connect with Paola Telfer:

• Instagram: @paolatelfer

Connect with Jon Bier

• Instagram: @jonbier13
• Twitter: @jonbier13

In this episode of One Day with Jon Bier, Jon sits with Ryan Bartlett to discuss how he found enormous success in the menswear industry after investing just $3000 to start his business.

Jon and Ryan also explore the potential of AI in reshaping the business world, including the implications of AI lawyers. True to the spirit of innovation, Ryan dissects the potential disruption of on-demand apparel and the importance of the human touch in certain tasks. He explains how failing to foster community can lead to a company's downfall, speaking on the value of customer service, philanthropy in business, and the significance of location in creating opportunities for collaboration.

Ryan Bartlett, founder of True Classic, went from a failed musician and poker player who slept in friends’ garages to founding a $260 million menswear company. Ryan, along with True Classic co-founders Nick Ventura and Matt Winnick, took a huge risk with a large upfront credit line to order the initial product. They sold $26,000 worth of clothing within the first month. From there, they scaled the company to the nine-figure brand that it is today.

Powerful Quotes by Ryan

Companies are taking a nosedive because they have lost touch with their audiences, what their audiences stand for, and what they want out of their product.

We over-index on customer service. The customer is always right, even when they’re wrong.

Key Highlights

·        Ryan shares how an initial investment of $3,000, a strategic partnership with a manufacturer, effective use of Facebook ads, and a strong creative strategy led to the business's rapid growth. It is important for startups to consider their market and identify areas where they can offer a better product or service.

·        Create immense value for the human beings that are your customers, and they will remain loyal to you forever.

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In this episode of One Day with Jon Bier, Jon sits with Dr. Craig Koniver to discuss the ever-evolving landscape surrounding COVID-19, vaccines, and viruses.

Dr. Koniver discusses the potential benefits of IV therapy, shedding light on the benefits of having a drip of curcumin, lactoferrin, and olive leaf extract. He also challenges the all-too-common practice of prescribing medication without exploring every viable option first. Dr. Koniver explores the fascinating world of peptides, ozone therapy, and VSELs in sports medicine, and the promising potential of wearables and telemedicine platforms for individualized health recommendations.

Craig Koniver, MD, is a health and human performance expert in nutrient and science-driven protocols for performance and longevity. He has overseen more NAD+ and peptide therapies than any other physician in the world, and counts Fortune 100 CEOs, professional athletes, A-list Hollywood actors, and Special Forces servicemen among his many clients.

Powerful Quotes by Dr. Koniver

"I'm a clinician, not an academic, so I'm only interested in results. I don't want to have to wait 20 years for the academics to tell me it's okay to do something."

"I was never for the mandates. I want everyone to be sovereign over their own choices."

"The healthcare system works really well for acute injuries and some hardcore diseases, but it's not going to help you be your best self, perform your best, nor live your best life."

Key Highlights

• As we have already seen with COVID-19 and its numerous variants, we have to take note that viruses, like the flu, change and morph every year, and so should the way we defend ourselves against these viruses.
• Lactoferrin can be used to naturally balance iron levels, while olive leaf extract has anti-inflammatory properties.
• Ozone therapy has potential for performance enhancement in professional sports. The benefits of small embryonic lineage cells can help reduce inflammation and rejuvenate organs.
• Peptides can likewise have potential benefits for athletes, but also potential side effects like fatigue, muscle loss, and thinning hair.
• We tend to overvalue how much we need to eat and undervalue how much we need to move.

Connect with Dr. Craig Koniver

Instagram: @koniverwellness

Connect with Jon Bier

Instagram: @jonbier13

Twitter: @jonbier13

In this episode of One Day with Jon Bier, Jon sits with Joshy G to discuss everything from comic books and collectibles to functional fitness and pro wrestling.

Jon and Joshy dive into the world of kayfabe and the challenges the internet age has imposed on maintaining the illusion that pro wrestling isn’t staged. They also discuss how some celebrities, like Brock Lesnar, have harnessed kayfabe to their advantage. Finally, they touch on the importance of community within CrossFit gyms, and what to expect as the social media generation slowly takes over as the face of fitness and wrestling.

Josh Gallegos, aka Joshy G, served for years in the Los Angeles community as a Coach and General Manager to some of the most popular functional fitness gyms in LA. Ever versatile, he also acts as emcee for many competitions both locally and nationally and is a head emcee’s for the Reebok CrossFit Games, televised on ESPN. Josh is a CrossFit Endurance Coach, as well as a CrossFit Level One and CrossFit Level Two Trainer. In his spare time, Josh co-writes programming for several professional wrestlers including, WWE Superstars, Seth Rollins, Becky Lynch, Bayley, and Cesaro.

Powerful Quotes by Joshy

"If CrossFit wants to get back to the way it was so popular in its heyday, community has to come first."

"You want to be able to understand the process if you want to be able to sell the product."

Key Highlights

• Joshy discusses how CrossFit programming is a great way to get in a good workout without spending hours in the gym. He explains how great CrossFit workouts can range anywhere from 10-12 minutes, and breaks down the bodybuilding and Olympic lifting components typically incorporated into workouts.
• We explore the importance of creating a strong community within a CrossFit gym and how a leaderboard can be used to motivate or intimidate gym members. We examine the success of gyms like CrossFit South Brooklyn and CrossFit Soul in creating an environment that feels like a family. We also discuss how gyms can use events and merch to make it more than just a place to work out and how coaches can create an experience that is like an adult recess. Finally, we consider how CrossFit can use its infrastructure to cultivate community and make the open a bigger deal.
• The ultimate luxury in life is being comfortable in your own body. A gym or private trainer can do more than facilitate your health and fitness. They can, by extension, teach you life lessons and help you see improvement beyond your fitness.

Connect with Joshy G

Instagram: @joshyg27

Connect with Jon Bier

Instagram: @jonbier13

Twitter: @jonbier13

In this episode of One day with Jon Bier, Jon talks with Dr. Florence Comite to discover the incredible potential of precision medicine in transforming our health and extending our life expectancy, all while maintaining top-notch quality of life.

Listen in as Dr. Comite does a deep dive into the world of epigenetics, exploring how our genes and lifestyle choices can impact our overall health and well-being. She shares her team's groundbreaking work at the Center for Precision Medicine and Health, including predicting the death of James Gandolfini. Dr. Comite also discusses the exciting advancements in virtual medicine and personalized healthcare, touching on the importance of hormone balancing and its effects on our mood, heart health, and more.

Dr. Comite is a physician-scientist and innovator in the field of precision medicine, internationally known for her expertise in leveraging N-of-1 data to detect, predict, and reverse disorders of aging for optimal health and vitality. In 2005, Dr. Comite founded the Center for Precision Medicine & Health in New York City, where she established a clinically proven, academic approach to personalized precision health care, structured as a clinical trial.

Powerful Quotes by Dr. Comite

"When we turn your health around at the cellular level—metabolically, hormonally, neurologically—we can keep you feeling great and living longer."

"Your genes don’t have to be your destiny."

Key Highlights

• Epigenetics is the study of how our genes and lifestyle are intertwined and the potential for increasing our life expectancy. We discuss how technology and innovation are making it increasingly possible to reach the potential of living to 150 years old.
• The market for health and wellness is booming and people are increasingly investing in their own health. But there are potential consequences when taking preventative health measures without professional advice. Understanding your individual needs is paramount.
• Virtual medicine can tell the story of how your body is functioning metabolically, and Covid has accelerated its popularity. Continuous glucose monitors and tests may be used to gain deeper insights into our health.
• Feelings of depression, moodiness, and even heart flutters can be connected to hormone levels. We discuss the complexity of balancing hormones for each individual, as well as how testosterone can be beneficial for both men and women, and how both age and lifestyle factors can contribute to hormone imbalances.

Episode resources:

Go to getneuro.com and use code “ONEDAY” at checkout for 15% off your entire order!

Connect with Dr. Florence Comite

Instagram: @drflorencecomite

Website: groqhealth.com

Connect with Jon Bier

Instagram: @jonbier13

Twitter: @jonbier13

In this episode of One day with Jon Bier, Jon talks with Colleen Cutcliffe to break down the complexities of microbiome science.

Listen in as Colleen highlights the importance of replenishing and maintaining a thriving gut microbiome in a modern society that overlooks its role as a cornerstone of health and wellness. She discusses the importance of the bacterium Akkermansia and why its regulation is key to gut health. Finally, Colleen discusses signs to look for which indicate a recovering microbiome, and how to ensure that recovery following chemo or taking an antibiotic.

Colleen Cutcliffe is the Chief Executive Officer and co-founder of Pendulum. Colleen has more than 25 years of experience leading and managing biology teams in academia, pharmaceuticals, and biotechnology. Prior to co-founding Pendulum, Colleen was the senior manager of biology at Pacific Biosciences and a scientist at Elan Pharmaceuticals.

Powerful Quotes by Colleen

There are so many diseases that are associated with the depletion of Akkermansia that it’s emerging as this keystone strain that you simply have to have.

After you take an antibiotic, your microbiome is in its most vulnerable state. You have a blank slate, and what you decide to feed it now can make or break the playing field.

Key Highlights

• A healthy microbiome “covers” us in bacteria, viruses, and fungi in order to be protected from allergens that are always present in our environment. Because of our modern focus on scrubbing ourselves clean of these bacteria, those allergens have the opportunity to directly interact with our immune system. This is why we’re experiencing an increase in allergies, asthma, immune and autoimmune responses.
• Multiple studies, including one by Mayo Clinic, reveal that children who are consistently on antibiotics are systematically more prone to obesity, diabetes, celiac disease, allergies, ADHD, etc. This is all due to their microbiome being unable to recover from the prolonged administration of antibiotics.
• The microbiomes of the healthiest people are composed of 3-5% Akkermansia, which is a huge number for a single strain.

Episode resources:

Go to getneuro.com and use code “ONEDAY” at checkout for 15% off your entire order!

Connect with Colleen Cutcliffe

LinkedIn: Colleen Cutcliffe

Connect with Jon Bier

Instagram: @jonbier13

Twitter: @jonbier13

Facebook: @jonbier13

In this episode of One day with Jon Bier, Jon talks with Akin Akman to discover what it takes to build a borderless community of athletes.

Listen in as Akin shares the mindset that drove him to become a professional athlete beginning at the age of seven and continues to influence his approach to coaching today. He explains how AARMY was able to successfully combine virtual and in-person training to create a true global fitness community.

Akin Akman, AARMY's Co-Founder and Chief Fitness Officer, is widely considered the world's #1 Cycle Coach and one of the most successful Group Fitness Coaches globally.

Powerful Quotes by Akin

When you’re around the best in the world, it rubs off.

For me, there is no failure if I create one athlete. If I can build one person up, I’m good.

Key Highlights

• Focusing on smaller, more digestible goals helps you build a specific strategy that not only allows you to be number one, but also to be mentally strong enough to appreciate what it takes to be number one.
• A strong community is one where someone can walk in and feel at ease and on equal terms with everyone else. This is even truer in the sports and fitness world where competition and comparison between athletes happen by default.
• Technology has made it possible for anyone to train anytime, anywhere. However, especially when starting out, there is nothing that matches the energy of an in-person session. The best tactic is to use virtual training to supplement face-to-face training, as extra time to practice your baseline skills that are best learned and honed in person.

Episode resources:

Go to getneuro.com and use code “ONEDAY” at checkout for 15% off your entire order!

Connect with Akin Akman

LinkedIn: Akin Akman

Connect with Jon Bier

Instagram: @jonbier13

Twitter: @jonbier13

Facebook: @jonbier13

In this episode of One day with Jon Bier, Jon talks with Noosheen Hashemi who explains how the January AI app provides personalized and precise action steps to help its users take charge of their own health.

Listen in as Noosheen shares how the necessity of eating a diverse, seasonal diet kept our ancestors healthy and resilient, her thoughts on food as medicine, the beauty of fasting, and a critical caveat when using GLP-1 for weight loss.

Noosheen Hashemi is a tech veteran, entrepreneur, investor, and philanthropist. She is the founder and CEO of January AI, a seed-stage precision health tech company that harnesses the power of artificial intelligence to prevent, predict, postpone, and manage chronic disease. January AI is Noosheen’s answer to a healthcare industry that seemed to only address decline and disease, rather than prevention and progress.

Powerful Quotes by Noosheen

"Food is the medicine that you take three-to-six times a day."

"A good number of people who have diabetes don’t have a 'why.' They weren’t waking up for something."

Key Highlights

• The best diet is one that supports good gut health, which influences everything from inflammation, mood, energy, mental acuity, longevity, all the way to chronic conditions. A 70%-80% plant-based, high-fiber diet with minimal red meat, sugar, and processed foods is foundational.
• The January AI app paves the way for intentional, mindful eating by informing users how certain foods or food timing may personally impact them without having to “test” a new food, diet, or nutrition plan on themselves.
• Using GLP-1 for weight loss has its benefits, but as with any drug, there is no replacement for lifestyle. When we lose weight at a rapid pace, the lactobacillus in our gut increases, which often results in our regaining that weight just as quickly. Using such aids in conjunction with a healthy lifestyle is the best long-term strategy for weight loss.

Episode resources:

Go to getneuro.com and use code “ONEDAY” at checkout for 15% off your entire order!

Connect with Noosheen Hashemi

LinkedIn: Noosheen Hashemi

Connect with Jon Bier

Instagram: @jonbier13

Twitter: @jonbier13

Facebook: @jonbier13

In this episode of One day with Jon Bier, Jon talks with Dr. Gil Blander who explains how InsideTracker has been the one of the leading players in the healthcare revolution, in which we’re seeing a dramatic shift from reactive and generic healthcare to personalized and proactive healthcare.

Listen in as Dr. Blander shares how his fascination with the aging process led him down the path to helping humans live longer and with greater overall health by optimizing what’s happening inside the body.

Dr. Gil Blander is internationally recognized for his research in the basic biology of aging and translating research discoveries into new ways of detecting and preventing age-related conditions. He received a Ph.D. in biology from the Weizmann Institute of Science and completed his Post Doctoral fellowship at MIT, before going on to found InsideTracker, a truly personalized nutrition and performance system, in 2009.

Powerful Quotes by Dr. Blander

Let’s help humans live better, longer, based on what’s happening inside the body.

There is a real revolution of personalized nutrition and personalized longevity. Everyone now understands that you can live better, longer if you can take care of your body as well as you take care of your car.

Key Highlights

• Blood is the backbone of InsideTracker, but it also measures factors such as neurogenomics (DNA) which say a lot about the challenges you might face in the future, such as the risk of high glucose. The device’s activity trackers which measure resting heart rate, sleep quality, stress levels, and Vo2 max. Collecting all of this data allows InsideTracker to make recommendations for improved health and wellness overall.
• Lifting heavy weights regularly (ex. deadlifts and squats) prevents degradation and promotes longevity. This is because, as we get older, we lose muscle mass, and we need to work harder to maintain it.
• Personalized health solutions work best when all the three legs of the stool are met: 1) solid behavioral science, 2) solid technology, 3) solid design.

Episode resources:

Go to getneuro.com and use code “ONEDAY” at checkout for 15% off your entire order!

Connect with Dr. Gil Blander

Instagram: @gilblander

Connect with Jon Bier

Instagram: @jonbier13

Twitter: @jonbier13

Facebook: @jonbier13