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The Mind Blowing Science of Walking 8,000 Steps a Day to Support Fat Burning, Cognitive Health and Longevity


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We know being active is key to longevity, optimal weight, and overall health. In our modern lifestyles, staying active throughout the day can seem daunting and impractical. Today’s guest reminds us why walking and taking short movement breaks can help us make progress toward our goals and be incorporated into our daily routines as a way of living. 

Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, Dhru sits down with Mike Mutzel to explore why increasing your daily activity level is key for longevity. Mike explains the science behind his 8,000-step benchmark, which can enhance fat burning, protect cognitive health, and prevent disease. He also highlights the value of incorporating "exercise snacks" into your routine and why sweating and heat exposure are essential for overall health. Additionally, Mike shares his views on the latest health trends, including what he's focusing on and what he believes can be deprioritized. If you're looking for actionable tips to boost your activity level, Mike has the advice to get started.

Mike Mutzel completed his M.S. in Clinical Nutrition from the University of Bridgeport in 2015. He is a graduate of the Institute for Functional Medicine’s (IFM) Applying Functional Medicine in Clinical Practice (AFMCP). In 2014, Mike published his first book, Belly Fat Effect: The Real Secret About How Your Diet, Intestinal Health, and Gut Bacteria Help You Burn Fat.

In this episode, Dhru and Mike dive into (audio version / Apple Subscriber version):

  • Increase Steps and Activity Level for Fat Burning (00:00:24 / 00:00:24)
  • 8,000 Steps as a Benchmark (4:30 / 4:30)
  • Exercise Snacks (11:54 / 8:10)
  • Lack of Physical Activity Correlated to Mortality (16:44 / 13:00)
  • Lifestyle Habits Contributing to Chronic Disease (21:14 / 17:30)
  • Weight Loss, Diet, and Physical Activity (26:24 / 21:00)
  • Emerging Trends in Health (36:08 / 30:44)
  • The Importance of Sweating and Heat Exposure (50:44 / 45:20)
  • Stanford Aging Study Results and What to Prioritize at Each Age (54:24 / 49:00)
  • What Mike Has Doubled Down On and What He Has Deprioritized (1:02:54 / 57:30)
  • Key Supplements Mike Recommends (1:06:24 / 1:01:00)
  • Protecting Brain Health for Later in Life (1:13:24 / 1:08:00)

  • Also mentioned in this episode:

    High Intensity Health Mike’s Podcast 


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