Optimal Health Uncovered
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Optimal Health Uncovered is a podcast created by a group of health and wellness professionals located in the New York metropolitan area who aim to empower you to live better. From specific injuries to general fitness trends, diets to sleep habits, the experts at Performance Optimal Health are dedicated to bringing you the latest evidence-based research on the topics that matter most. If you have questions or want to hear about something specific in an upcoming episode, send an email to [email protected] and be sure to check out Performance on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for more tips on achieving Optimal Health.
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E3: The four pillars of optimal health
Optimal Health Uncovered
06/02/20 • 32 min
In this episode, Todd and Mike are joined by guest Zack Buechner who helps offer insights into the four pillars of Optimal Health (Nutrition, Stress, Recovery, and Exercise). They review each pillar in broad strokes to explain to importance of the balance, then detail their own experiences and personal tips and tricks from their own journeys to achieving optimal health.
E55: Meditation apps and the path to mindfulness, better sleep & less stress
Optimal Health Uncovered
07/21/21 • 15 min
The ability to meditate does not often come naturally to many. You may get bored after a few minutes and find your mind wandering, or think meditating does nothing for you. But with practice and consistency, you can find yourself on a path to mindfulness that helps you destress.
Don't know where to start? Try a meditation app! Listen to Ashley Moriarty, DPT, discuss her own journey with meditation and how she uses meditation apps to improve her sleep and stress levels.
See which meditation apps we recommend.
E65: Avoiding sports injuries in the winter (with Patricio Misitrano)
Optimal Health Uncovered
12/15/21 • 27 min
Paddle Tennis Pro Patricio Misitrano joins Michael Beecher, DPT, to discuss injury prevention during the winter months. With colder temperatures comes a higher risk of injury — unless the right precautions are taken, such as doing a warm-up before your workout.
Patricio and Mike explore the different types of tennis and the most common injuries among them, and get prevention tips from a technical and biomechanical point of view.
Learn more about Patricio's Paddle Camp, where he helps maximize racquet skills, here: https://thepaddlecamp.com/
E42: Understanding stress & finding your balance
Optimal Health Uncovered
03/17/21 • 30 min
Whether it's work stress, financial stress, physical stress or emotional stress, everyone experiences some form on a daily basis. Finding the balance between your negative and positive stressors is critical to helping your body adapt and become stronger, and everyone's balance is different on goals and lifestyles. In this episode, Mike and Todd explain the key components of stress, why you need stress to progress and how to manage your stress to optimize your health. Learn more.
E39: Weight training to match your lifestyle
Optimal Health Uncovered
02/24/21 • 33 min
In this episode, Mike and Todd are joined by one of Performance's very own strength and conditioning coaches, Megan Kudrick. Meg came to us after working with Division 1 athletes at Quinnipiac University and is a USA Weightlifting Level 1 Coach who focuses on recovery and injury prevention for athletes. They discuss different types of weight training programs, including those centered around strength, power and mobility. Each program produces different results, but can be optimized for anyone — from beginners to long-time athletes. Whether you're just starting out in the weight training world or want a leg up, you'll learn something new.
E38: Achieving longevity like Tom Brady: Tips, habits and the TB12 Method
Optimal Health Uncovered
02/16/21 • 38 min
This week, Mike and Todd dive into the lifestyle and habits of seven-time Super Bowl champion, Tom Brady. From nutrition to sleep habits, they discuss longevity and how Tom Brady has been able to perform at such an elite level for over 21 years due to his lifestyle that prioritizes the Four Pillars of Optimal Health. They analyze the TB12 Method and give you key takeaways that can be applied to your own life, whether you are a high-performing athlete or just trying to improve the quality of your life.
E37: Eliminate toxins to optimize wellness: Tips from toxicologist Dr. Joe Nieusma
Optimal Health Uncovered
02/09/21 • 37 min
This week, Mike is joined by toxicologist Dr. Joe Nieusma, CEO of Superior Toxicology & Wellness. For the past 30 years, Dr. Nieusma has been involved in toxicology research, focusing on empowering his clients to take control of their medications and advocate for their own health. Rather than relying on prescriptions, he is a proponent of incorporating hydration, nutrition and quality sleep to optimize wellness. He also discusses the importance of understanding the environments in which we live and provides simple tips to eliminate common toxins, from water filtration systems to air ionizers.
If you would like to learn more check out his website https://superiortoxicology.com/
E29: Yoga for every body!
Optimal Health Uncovered
12/08/20 • 36 min
This week's episode, Todd and Mike are joined by Sama Yoga founder Rebekah Jacobs and fellow instructor Angie Mandl who discuss Sama Yoga, how they got here in New Canaan, their practice, what principles they teach, how to train to become a yoga teacher, and much more. Angie and Rebekah are decorated instructors and well-known in the yoga industry for being some of the most progressive and forward-thinking instructors in the country.
To contact Sama Yoga or for more information:
IG: @samayogacenter @samayogaacademy
Facebook: Sama Yoga Center
E22: Is COVID causing an increase in athletic injuries?
Optimal Health Uncovered
10/20/20 • 23 min
In this episode, Todd and Mike discuss the rising numbers of athletic injuries all across sports. Across professional, college and high school ranks, data is showing a higher rate of injuries with the significant layoff period. Todd and Mike review data from professional sport lockouts from years past including the injury rates after the 2011 NFL lockout, comparing it to today.
E11: Are you setting the right goals in your exercise routine?
Optimal Health Uncovered
07/28/20 • 37 min
In this episode, Mike and Todd are joined by Mathew Welch, a certified strength and conditioning specialist and certified athletic trainer. Mat discusses the importance of conditioning your body for exercise and making sure you're setting appropriate goals in your routines. They review specific exercises and training techniques that anyone can benefit from.
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FAQ
How many episodes does Optimal Health Uncovered have?
Optimal Health Uncovered currently has 82 episodes available.
What topics does Optimal Health Uncovered cover?
The podcast is about Health & Fitness, Nutrition, Training, Stress, Performance, Wellness, Medicine, Fitness, Podcasts, Diet, Health and Weight Loss.
What is the most popular episode on Optimal Health Uncovered?
The episode title 'E68: Why mental performance matters — and not just for athletes' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Optimal Health Uncovered?
The average episode length on Optimal Health Uncovered is 32 minutes.
How often are episodes of Optimal Health Uncovered released?
Episodes of Optimal Health Uncovered are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of Optimal Health Uncovered?
The first episode of Optimal Health Uncovered was released on May 14, 2020.
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