Plant Trainers Podcast - Plant Based Nutrition & Fitness

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with David Saah about improving his athletic performance and energy levels after retirement. David is living the life in his 70's he wished he could live earlier on. He is 74 and hiking and biking with his grandchildren, out hiking members of his hiking group who are decades younger than him, and working out like a champ in his basement gym. His use of the Redox Signaling molecules and a healthy plant heavy diet is allowing him to thrive. I've gotten to know David well over the last year and even traveled and hiked with him in Salt Lake City. David Sahh is a 74 year old powerhouse known as Papa Reel Beat on youtube. He has a Masters in library science from Catholic University in Washington, DC. He worked for the library of congress for 40 years. Besides being a family man, he enjoys hiking, nature, travel and all things exercise and endurance. We hope you enjoy this one and feel free to contact us or David with any questions you may have. In this episode we discuss: Retirement How he approached high PSA numbers in a natural way Added benefit to using redox to help his PSA Hiking Improved workouts Helping others Links to things we mentioned: Sign up for our newsletter – get our Plant-Based Comfort Foods FREE David Saah - Website, YouTube, Instagram, Facebook Improve Your Cell Performance with Shoshana Chaim – PTP454 Powering Your Redox Potential with Shoshana Chaim - PTP438 Understanding Redox Molecules with Aviva and Dr. Zilia Goreshnik – PTP326

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Ella Magers all about overcoming burnout and learning to heal. Ella discusses her story of hitting total burnout in 2022, traveling to Peru for healing through plant-medicine. By rebuilding her ego, identity, working with a tantra coach, she healed through the creation of 99Thrive. 99Thrive is the plant-based world's platform for all things wellness and we are thrilled to be founding teachers. You can access the platform by clicking here. An animal lover since birth and a dedicated vegan since the age of 15, Ella Magers is on a mission to transform the health and wellness industry from the inside out. As the founder of Sexy Fit Vegan, she has built an audience that stretches across the globe. Her work as a speaker, author, podcast host and coach gives people the tools they need to heal and empower themselves in a world that challenges them at every turn. Ella's desire to revolutionize our mindsets around eating, weight, and fitness is wholehearted and flows from a deeply personal place. Ella recently launched a new podcast and created an online community called 99Thrive, a place where humans come to rise and thrive together from a place of profound curiosity, fierce compassion, and deep connection. Ella is also on the board of Hogs & Kisses Farm Sanctuary and spends as much time snuggling with her 16-year old rescue chihuahua, Shye, as possible. In this episode we discuss: Burnout Healing in Peru Not feeling better, getting better at feeling Getting creative after healing Anyone's mind and body can burn down 99Thrive Links to things we mentioned: Sign up for our newsletter – get our Plant-Based Comfort Foods FREE 99 Thrive - get involved and take action now! Ella Magers – Website Sexy Fit Vegan - Website, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube Hogs and Kisses Vegan Strength with Sexy Fit Vegan Ella Magers – PTP444

In today's episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast we talk to Howard Jacobson, PhD all about Staying Motivated In Tough Times. It seems that people are finding it harder to stay motivated to live healthy, stay happy and balance life. Howie talks about connecting motivation to transformation. Wanting to be healthy isn't enough of a motivator for most people to actually reach their goals and and sustain them. We explore different options for higher level motivations, how they work, what they look like in practice, and how we can connect with them and use them. Josh LaJaunie comes up a lot in this podcast as he is a big inspiration for Howard's thoughts on motivation; so if you have not yet listened to PTP105 with Josh LaJaunie, you should consider going back and having a listen to that first. This episode with Howard Jacobson is also a two part podcast as the conversation was just too good to cut short. So please click here for the second part of the episode. Howie Jacobson, PhD, is an executive coach to clients ranging from startup founders to established and rising Fortune 100 leaders. He's also a health coach, and co-founder and lead instructor at the WellStart Health Coach Training Academy. Howie is coauthor of You Can Change Other People, with Peter Bregman; Whole, with T. Colin Campbell, PhD; Sick to Fit, with Josh LaJaunie; and Proteinaholic, with Garth Davis, MD. In this episode we discuss: Vegan vs plant-based Writing with Dr T. Colin Campbell and Dr Garth Davis Motivation The influence of Josh LaJaunie Waiting for tragedy Wanting to do things vs choosing to do them Behavioral economics Pain & pleasure – cost/benefit Pain threshold and instant gratification

In today's episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast we bring back one of our classics that put us on the plant-based podcasting map: Prevent and Reverse Heart Disease with Dr. Caldwell Esselstyn. It was an extreme honour. Dr. Caldwell Esselstyn is known for being one of the founding fathers of the plant-based lifestyle and is the author of the book Prevent and Reverse Heart Disease. We covered a lot of the questions and uncertainties out there. We hope this conversation will help you or someone you care about cross that line from uncertainty to taking action. To be able to prevent and reverse heart disease and many other chronic illnesses just like Adam did. Dr. Caldwell Esselstyn is widely recognized for his role in the documentary film, Forks Over Knives. Twenty-three years ago, while chairman of the Cleveland Clinic's Breast Cancer Task Force, Dr. Caldwell Esselstyn wanted his peers to do more in the way of preventing heart disease as he found the research on plant-based diets to be extremely strong. He and his family adopted a plant-based lifestyle and he is responsible for so many others following suit with tremendous results. He and he is his wife, Ann, are full of energy and spirit. In this episode we discuss: Coronary heart disease Preventing heart disease Reversing Heart disease Why people who feel healthy should go plant-based All food groups in moderation Oils for brain function Egg whites Different plant-based camps Message to parents who are feeding their children cow's milk Exercise Chelation therapy

In today's episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we revisit one of our classics with our friends Dr Garth Davis and Sid Garza-Hillman. We had a blast when we sat down for Deep Conversations with Sid Garza-Hillman and Dr. Garth Davis for a regular everyday conversation we had one night after a day of presenting at a health conference. We had no idea where it was going to go and we ended up talking about the Paleo lifestyle, Protein and having purpose. We hope you feel like you are there with us in that dinning room. Sid Garza-Hillman Sid Garza-Hillman is the author of three books: Approaching the Natural: A Health Manifesto, Raising Healthy Parents: Small Steps, Less Stress, and a Thriving Family and Six Truths: Live by these truths and be happy. Don't and you won't. He holds a BA in Philosophy from UCLA, is a public speaker, podcaster (What Sid Thinks Podcast), certified nutritionist & running coach, Oxygen Advantage breathing instructor, and founder of smallsteppers.com. He is the Stanford Inn & Resort's Wellness Programs Director and Race Director of the Mendocino Coast 50K trail ultramarathon. Dr. Garth Davis Dr. Garth Davis, MD is now a surgeon at the Houston Methodist Department of Surgery. He started his career in Houston, Texas where he established The Davis Clinic and was an assistant professor of surgery at The University of Texas-Houston. This special Dr is certified by the American Board of Surgery and is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and a Fellow of the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery. He is also boarded in medical management of obesity. Dr. Davis is the author of two books: Proteinaholic: How Our Obsession with Meat Is Killing Us and The Expert's Guide to Weight-Loss Surgery. In addition, he starred on a tv show called Big Medicine. Having spent 20 years in the field of surgical and medical weight management, Dr. Davis is a recognized expert in both surgical and medical management of obesity. He believes strongly in the comprehensive management of patients struggling with obesity. He is also a specialist in surgery of the foregut and has expertise in the management of reflux, heartburn, and achalasia. In this episode we discuss: Preaching to the choir? Family feuds What motivates you? Friendly Canadians Fear What made each of us go plant-based Who's funding studies? "Carbs" Low fat Paleo and anthropology Preventative vs early diagnosis Omegas Butter coffee Calcium

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk about doing the things you love the new year. If anything is clear today, it is that there is simply no more time for the things that don't fill your cup. Understanding your basic needs and real values is a must in life. Showing up for yourself to be who you are meant to be for others is key. We will take you through some tried and tested exercises and share a little bit about what we love to do and what we are leaving behind. For those of you who are new here, I'm Shoshana Chaim, I am a health expert, redox educator, author, speaker and 8 year running host of this podcast. Right now I'm a leader in the redox education field, teaching other health practitioners and individuals how to address healing in the body, beyond nutrition, deep within the cell and mitochondria. We teach the body to communicate and heal on its own. I also teach those clients and health practitioners to build a business through the joy of healthing others, and I'm looking for 5 new partners before the end of January. Email us for more info. I'm Adam Chaim and I continue to coach individuals to better health through a plant-based lifestyle and fitness. I am also a high school volleyball coach and teacher helping teenagers develop their skills to navigate life. In this episode we discuss: Why you need to do what you love What do we each live and value? Actions: What were the 3 best things about 2022? The 3 most challenging moments? What are you most grateful for in 2022? 3 areas of your life do you wish were improved? What do you truly value most? Think about your goals, set 1-3 goals no more What can you let go of that is no longer serving you or these goals?

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Chef Stephanie White all about plant-based culinary school. Of course, we start out by asking her to share her plant-based journey. We "BET" you won't guess how it began. She shares her experience being a vegan in a classical French program and now she is paving the way for a different culinary world including pastries! We could not resist talking to Chef Stephanie about croissants…mmmm. Chef Stephanie is passionate about seasonal and plant-based eating, sustainable practices, food access, and education. With over a decade of professional experience, Stephanie has held various positions in many different establishments, including small businesses, pop-ups, high-end catering, high-volume cookery, and farm-to-table restaurants. She has been integral in the development and launch of the Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts Plant-Based Degree Programs and enjoys helping her students find their passion in the field and encouraging them to persevere. In this episode we discuss: Finding plant-based The bet of a lifetime Food is connection Being vegan in culinary school Plant-based culinary school Vegan pastries Croissant

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with the vegan runner Daniel Puth all about the lifestyle as a vegan runner. Daniel is a force to be reckoned with on the course and in life. When he sets his mind to something, he does it. He talks to us about his transition to a plant-based lifestyle, transition to running and how you can get started today. Daniel Puth is 40 years old and immigrated from Germany to Toronto, Canada 8 years ago. After sustaining injuries from soccer, he moved to running and found a new passion for running and endurance sport. He developed a huge interest in fitness and a healthy lifestyle through diet and activities. He started Vegan Running just before his first successful vegan marathon to build, assist and expand the vegan running community as well as exchange experiences. His passion is to run mid and long distances and perform them being plant based. It will be his honor to wear a vegan running singlet in the 2024 Boston Marathon with the long goal to run a new personal best at the age of 42. In this episode we discuss: Grateful for being able to move and run Getting into running Paying attention to the steps Becoming vegan Not limiting but gaining How his running changed Where to start to become a runner? Bringing the running and vegan community together Upcoming Toronto event

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Debbie Adler, chef and award-winning cookbook author all about The Mediterranean Plate. Debbie takes us through her journey from vegan to whole-food plant-based. You'll hear about some misconceptions about whole food plant-based cooking and how to get everything tasting delicious without salt and oil. Your mouth water when you hear some of the recipes from her newest book, the Mediterranean plate. And everything is gluten-free! Debbie Adler is a plant-based chef and an award-winning cookbook author of the critically acclaimed Sweet, Savoury & Free: Insanely Delicious Plant-Based Recipes without any of the Top 8 Food Allergens, and Sweet Debbie's Organic Treats: Allergy-free & Vegan Recipes from the Famous Los Angeles Bakery. Debbie is a plant-based cooking and baking instructor with hundreds of students worldwide. She has been featured in the Los Angeles Times and on NPR's radio show Here and Now. Debbie has been interviewed on a variety of national news stations and her recipes have also been featured in a notable number of magazines and national publications. In this episode we discuss: Started a bakery Found the China study WFPB misconceptions The Mediterranean diet How to flavour food without salt Meditation wfpb

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Dominique Side all about high quality vegan fashion. There are not many exclusive high quality brands out there, and some of them are only vegetarian or not of very good quality and style. For those of you who may not have Luise or Prada on your mind ever…I'm sure you know someone who is Channell or Gucci…so have a listen do you can tell them how to get their next bag without the sacrifice of buying new leather. Dominique Side is a Sustainability Expert and Leading Authority in Luxury Ethical Living. As the co-founder of the 7-figure entrepreneurial multiplex VgnBae Studios and serial entrepreneur, her mission is to inspire and support other change-makers and influencers to transition to a compassionate-based vegan lifestyle, without compromising on their luxury quality of life. Dominique is starting Nikki Green, a luxury vegan women's ready-to-wear collection. This is the first-ever black woman owned vegan fashion brand that combines compassionate living with high fashion. In this episode we discuss: Finding plant based Weight and health changes 2/4 kids are vegan Designer Fashion Helping others make sustainable choices Nikki Green Launch