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On this episode of the Muscle Intelligence Podcast, Podiatrist Dr. Emily Splichal joins us to talk about all things feet: The often overlooked role healthy feet play in your overall posture, how footwear impacts your gait and essentially your health and the role of glute muscles in forming your gait - this interview covers that and a whole lot more. Listen to learn why orthotics are a quick fix and why foot health is all about the sensory input.

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Dr Emily Splichal, Functional Podiatrist and Human Movement Specialist, is the Founder of EBFA Global (formerly Evidence Based Fitness Academy), Creator of the Barefoot Training Specialist® Certification, Author of Barefoot Strong and Inventor of Naboso Barefoot Technology. With over 20 years in the fitness industry, Dr Splichal has dedicated her medical career towards studying postural alignment and human movement as it relates to barefoot science, foot to core integration and sensory integration.

To find out more about Dr. Emily Splichal, visit:

www.dremilysplichal.com

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Please also check out our friends at PosturePro for insoles and to learn more about why feet play a big role in your overall health and performance.PosturePro has also just released its newest course on Foot Mechanics and Gait Cycle.

⏱Timestamps:

[01:23] – What today’s podcast is about!

[02:02] – Sponsorship by Real Mushrooms – realmushrooms.com.

[03:42] – Welcoming our guest, Dr. Emily Splichal on the show.

[04:42] – The current state of feet and why Orthotics is a multi-billion dollar industry

[06:50] – How does Emily address feet dysfunctionalities?

[09:02] – Role of glute muscles in forming your gait.

[14:40] – Emily’s process of assessing her patients.

[18:27] – How do we build proper stability to stand up and walk in gravity?

[23:10] – T Spine & Foot Relationship.

[26:09] – Gait Cycle – Importance.

[29:20] – How stride length is implicated in gait!

[35:32] – Impacts of inefficient patterns of movement on brain function.

[37:03] – Somatics.

[38:14] – Bunions – a deformity at the joint.

[41:04] – Impact of heels and pointy shoes on feet.

[43:40] – Morton’s Neuroma – Causes.

[44:47] – Shoes Emily recommends.

[47:00] – Transitioning from high heels to minimal shoes.

[50:09] – Where to get Emily’s book: Barefoot Strong.

[50:24] – Naboso: Insoles by Dr. Emily Splichal

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90% of the men I speak to are frustrated and confused, and struggling with their nutrition. Luckily, these struggles are often not hard to fix if you’re willing to make the necessary adjustments.. which is critical to your health.

You’ll discover what’s holding you back and how to overcome these issues. I dive into the foundational principles of nutrition for building muscle and a lean, healthy body.

This episode simplifies the complexities to give you a clear framework to follow. You'll be able to consider not just your fitness goals, but also your individual context and factors influencing how you eat.

You'll learn:

• How to Keep Calories High, Burn MORE Fat, & Improve Metabolism
• The Foundational Principles of Nutrition for Muscle Building
• 8 High-Impact Supplements that EVERY Man Should be Taking
• The #1 Lever to Help you Lose Fat AND Build Muscle
• The KEY Factor to Muscle Growth and the Science Behind It

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Joining us today is Sebastian Oreb, aka the ‘Australian Strength Coach’. In this episode Ben and Sebastian dive into all things strength. They discuss his passion for strength, the process of getting someone strong, the technique he uses with his own athletes & MORE. He opens up about the importance of a healthy mindset and quality of quantity. Find out how if you master the basics of the barbell, you WILL get STRONG!

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Time Stamps

• Where did his passion for strength come? [1:00]
• How to go ALL IN on that ONE thing. [3:35]
• What is his thought process when he is introduced to a new client who wants to get STRONG? [4:47]
• Why you NEED to earn the right to add weight to the bar. [11:22]
• How he breaks down technique + the importance of NOT maxing out. [20:21]
• How does he approach volume and intensity with his athletes? [24:00]
• How does he incorporate recovery methods into his athletes programming? [32:53]
• The importance of a healthy/clear mindset to getting stronger. [35:40]
• Does he measure time between sets? [41:38]
• What body position does he prescribe to himself and his athletes between sets? [48:13]
• Why he cares about HEALTH when it comes to nutrition. [52:12]
• What is next for him? [1:01:08]

Featured Guest

• SEBASTIAN OREB #strengthsystem (@australianstrengthcoach) • Instagram
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• Bulgarian Training Simplified | T Nation
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People Mentioned

• Hafþór Júlíus Björnsson (@thorbjornsson) • Instagram
• Benedikt Magnusson (@benni_magnusson) • Instagram
• Eddie hall - The Beast (@eddiehallwsm) • Instagram
• Dr. Jordan Shallow D.C (@the_muscle_doc) • Instagram
• Eric Lilliebridge (@ericlilliebridge) • Instagram
• Jordan Peterson (@jordan.b.peterson) • Instagram

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On this solo Q&A episode, I cover three topics:

First I walk you through the four boxes you need to check in order to progress in your training.

Then I answer a questions that I get asked often, particularly in the current time, of how to find your soul's purpose, how to ultimately find what you want to do in life.

And finally, I give you my advice on how to become someone of value - plus an added daily habit I think everyone should implement.

I hope you enjoy this episode and if you do, don't forget to join me on Instagram and let me know what resonated with you most in this episode.

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The conversation around cholesterol has been clouded with misconceptions for years...

Recently, however, a clearer narrative has emerged, shedding light on the importance of understanding cholesterol beyond the simplistic labels of "good" and "bad."

In fact, cholesterol is absolutely vital for our body's functions. This often-victimized molecule plays a pivotal role in hormone production, bile acid synthesis, and cell membrane formation, highlighting its indispensable nature for our survival.

Our latest Muscle Intelligence Podcast episode, "Demystifying Cholesterol and Cardiometabolic Health," brings on four experts in cardiology and human metabolism...

These four leaders in medicine delve into the complex world of cholesterol, nitric oxide, and the gut microbiome - and break down the impact each has on cardiovascular health and longevity.

Dr. Doreen Saltiel and Dr. Michael Twyman address the common myth surrounding "good" and "bad" cholesterol, emphasizing that cholesterol, in essence, is just cholesterol. The key lies in understanding how its accumulation in arterial walls can lead to health issues, and what exactly the cause of this accumulation is.

You’ll also learn the role that nitric oxide plays in coronary artery disease with Dr. Nathan Bryan, and valuable insights into how to adopt a holistic approach to heart health - which includes the health of the gut microbiome, with Dr. William Davis.

From dietary strategies to lifestyle modifications, this episode offers practical tips for maintaining a healthy balance.

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