Legendary Life Podcast: Fitness I Healthi Nutrition I Healthy Lifestyle For People Over 30+, 40+

In this episode I cover: Should You Stretch Before Or After Weight Training, Fake Olive Oil And Herschel Walkers’ Bodyweight Workout and more! I'm also introducing a new segment called "This Week In Health & Fitness" where I curate top stories and research that I've come across in my readings. Let me know what you think by emailing me at ted@legendarylifepodcast.com

We all know by now that maintaining an active lifestyle should be one of our top priorities in life. Only by taking care of ourselves do we stand a chance of being the kind of person we strive to be on the job, at home with our loved ones, and in our communities. But that doesn’t mean it’s easy. "I don't have enough time." is the #1 excuse that people give as a reason they don't workout.  In this episode of Legendary Life, you’ll learn my 7 top strategies to get fit in 30 minutes a day (or less) even if you’re super busy. And you'll even get a few sample workouts so you can try them out. Listen Now! 

We've all heard the saying that we shouldn't judge a book by it's cover. And that we shouldn't judge each other solely based on how we dress or groom ourselves. The reality is that we all judge each other all the time based on our visual appearance. In this episode, sociologist Dr. Anna Akbari will talk about how you can increase your personal power and charisma simply by grooming and dressing better. She'll go into the science of why some of our tendency to judge is hardwired in our biology as well as the cultural factors influencing perception. Learn how to take control of your appearance to promote yourself in a successful way.

Friday night, Gisele and I stayed in and watched I AM NOT YOUR GURU, the new documentary about Tony Robbins on Netflix.    To be honest, I wanted to watch something else but Gisele was insistent because Tony is one of her heroes. And I have to say that it was one of the most engaging and inspiring movies I've ever seen.   Here are three reasons why you should watch it (even if you're not a Tony Robbins fan):   Advanced Communication Skills: In the movie, you’ll watch Tony go through some unbelievable situations with some of his attendees. You’ll watch how Tony is able to cause a state change in the person he’s speaking with. It’s simply incredible to watch Tony navigate tough situations with empathy, grace and control. You’ll also see how he’s able to help people with their struggles on the spot. Although I’ve enjoyed some of Tony’s CDs in the past, I’ve never been to one of his events. And I wouldn’t call myself a “true fan.” But after watching, him in action at his Date With Destiny seminar, I’ve made it

“I need to start taking better care of myself.” “I feel like I’m stuck in rut.” “It’s time to make my health more of a priority.”  Any of those sound familiar? If so, you’re not alone.   I hear this in the emails I get from my listeners, I see this from the Facebook messages I receive and from the people I talk to. Everyone's got either an excuse or a reason why they're not taking control of their health and fitness. In this episode, I go beyond the surface solutions share a strategy that will solve the deeper problems that you're facing that are preventing you from getting the body and live you want.

Today I answer some listener question on whether creatine monohydrate is a steroid or has any harmful side effects and what i think about the TRX and other suspension training systems. Then I  talk about common mistakes people make in the gym that prevent them from getting the results they deserve from all their hard workouts. Listen and learn what mistakes you might be making from getting the physique you deserve from all your hard work in and outside the gym.

Our world is changing fast. The explosion of digital technology will render some jobs and businesses obsolete while creating new ones. are you ready for it? In this episode, I speak with Kevin Kelly about his new book "The Inevitable: Understanding the 12 Technological Forces That Will Shape Our Future." Kevin talks about the most important skills you can develop as well as about how tech like artificial intelligence and virtual reality will change the way we play and work. We also discuss how to stay ahead in a world that this changing more rapidly than ever before. I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I did!

In my 17 years as a health & fitness expert and personal trainer in Miami Beach, I’ve known and trained some great doctors…interventional radiologists, plastic surgeons, emergency medicine doctors and more. But I’ve also had my share of frustration and disappointment with some doctors as well. When I went to a cardiologist after a panic attack landed me in the emergency room, he gave me an echo stress test and said everything was fine. There was no evidence of a cardiac infarction and my echo stress test showed that my heart was normal and healthy—even though everything was NOT fine. It took me months researching stress on my own and finding ways to manage stress because doctors I saw didn’t have any solutions for me. Have you had a negative experience with a doctor as well? It seems like they’re trained to deal with bacterial infections, blood diseases, and broken bones. And they’re great for those medical issues. But when it comes to chronic health issues, traditional doctors don’t have ANY helpful answ

Getting results from exercise is more than just selecting good exercises or pushing yourself in the gym. It’s about the picking the best options for your goals, body type and ability to recover.   If every workout were created equal, they would create the same results for every person. But all workouts aren’t created equal and neither are we.   We all have different genetics, body types, stress levels, eating habits, sleep quality and responses to exercise.   While most effective workouts boil down to the same principles, there’s a reason why many of the best bodies in the world used very different strategies to build them.   And if you’d like to here how I teach the principles of exercise, check out my episode on .   Part of it has to do with understanding the science of building strength and muscle as well as fat loss.   The other part is the art of applying the science and principles to the unique person you have in front of you.   That’s what I’ve specialized in for the past 17 years working with my perso

Do you have a mentor? Who is ahead of you in life and helping you make the right decisions? In this episode, I sit down and speak with one of my mentors Thomas Plummer. You may have heard about all the speaking opportunities I have coming my way. I went to Thomas' speaker school and that experience set me up for a successful speaking career. Today, Thomas is here to help you to understand what it really takes to find your life's purpose and live a life of fulfillment. Thomas will also help you determine what phase of life you're in and what to focus on. I've never heard Tony Robbins or any other personal development guru ever break it down the way Thomas does. Lastly, Thomas will share his secrets for staying ahead in a world that is changing rapidly.

Unless you’ve been living in the wilderness with no wi-fi access, then you know that diet and exercise are both critical for maintaining your wellbeing and waistline. However, which one is better for burning fat--specifically belly fat? In this episode, we'll dive into research on diet versus exercise for burning fat as well as the different types of fat and the drawbacks of using weight to measure your success. I'll also give you my personal perspective from 17 years of experience as a health & fitness professional.

Jason Havey, a Wisconsin native now residing in Austin Texas, has lived a life rich with experiences. A successful businessman, Jason is currently the COO of Onnit Labs, an internationally recognized health and wellness brand. Previous to his current position Jason spent 16 years in the hotel industry as a General Manager for Hilton and Sheraton. An aggressive optimist, Jason believes strongly in the power of the individual to improve themselves and thus, the world. Also believing in the beauty of all things he finds true joy in interacting with unique individuals, places, events and stories. Today, he come on the Legendary Life podcast to share his story and lessons so that you can find your life's purpose and forge your own path to success!

Effective communication just might be the most important skill you can learn—yet most people don’t put much effort into improving. Whether you want to get more clients, attract more business, make more friends or go on more dates, these 10 essential tips for improving your communication will help you. By listening and implementing these tips in your life, you should expect: Better relationships Attract more business opportunities Deeper friendships More respect Invitations to more social events Clients who are raving fans Looked at as a leader And more! Here are the 10 tips: Watch Your Body Language Get Rid of Filler Words Have a Script for Small Talk Tell a Story Don’t Over Talk Ask Open-ended Questions Put Away Your Smart Phone Up Your Empathy Listen and ask follow up questions Practice everyday!

Are you confused about exactly what to eat for optimal health AND physical performance? You’re not alone. I’ve been studying nutrition in college and on my own for over 17 years…and I still get confused at times! It’s no wonder. A search on Amazon for “diet books” yields over 200,00 results! There’s so much conflicting information… “Eggs are good for you.” Vs. “Eggs raise your cholesterol and will clog your arteries.” “Carbs are evil.” Vs. “You need carbs to train hard and build muscle.” “Protein is essential for building muscle.” Vs. “Eating meat will give you cancer and ruins the environment.” It’s leaves you frustrated, confused and feeling like, “Screw this nutrition thing, it’s too complicated!” It doesn’t have to be this way. And you don’t have to be a “diet zealot” who practices an almost religious adherence to a particular nutrition philosophy. And there’s no need for you to beat your head against the wall trying to figure out the perfect nutrition plan that makes you look AND feel great! I get result

My "9 Biggest Myths In Fitness Debunked" episode did so well that I was asked to do another similar episode. A listener asked "Ok...now can you hit the 9 most important principles worth actually listening to ...as of 2016 ? As a person attempting to get it right it is an absolute 'separate job' to filter through the enormous magazine, internet, product marketing jungle to real answers ...other than the obvious step one 'move your a$$' and step two 'more often'...just saying." In this episode, I cover "The 7 Most Important Training Principles For Getting Faster Results." If you listen and apply the principles in this podcast, you won't have to have a separate job just to filter through all the fitness information out there! Just follow these 7 principles and you'll likely get better results than ever before.   Don't forget you have 48 hours left to join my Peak Performance Coaching program. Full details below.    Please register asap, so you get an early bird price, 50%OFF! http://bit.ly/1U4d0QQ

Why don't people get better results from their workouts? One of the biggest issues is all the myths that are perpetuated in the media and by "bros" in the gym. In this episode, I cover what I believe are the 9 biggest myths in fitness. These myths--if you fall for them--are holding you back from building muscle and losing fat. The best part is that I share what to do instead! Remember, fitness is principle-based. If you understand basic principles then you can make your won result-producing workouts!   Don't forget you have 48 hours left to join my Peak Performance Coaching program. Full details below.    Please register asap, so you get an early bird price! ONLY 5 spots left. http://bit.ly/1U4d0QQ

Rob "Bobby Maximus” MacDonald is the General Manager, Training Director, and Lead Seminar Instructor at Gym Jones. His experiences as a professional fighter and high level athlete have helped to form the training at Gym Jones and the direction of the project. He is the Gym Jones Executor (one who executes something). He sets and upholds our standards of both physical expression and education. Obsessive, competitive, and willing, he constantly refines his potential and redefines his limits. He is highly educated, inquisitive, and a brilliant teacher who shatters the stereotype of his appearance. Rob executes Gym Jones policy and philosophy. He leads from the front without hesitation: who follows improves and evolves. 

Overwhelmed by the vitamin aisle? Are you confused about which supplements are worth your money and which ones are not? Here's what your body needs—and can really help you upgrade your health and improve your life. Have you ever stepped into the supplement aisle of any pharmacy -- or, worse yet, health-food store -- and got confused if so many health claims. In this best supplements series, I’ll answer all your questions and go into supplements that I’ve personally tried and have scientific evidence to support their effects. I’ve been using supplements for over 20 years, and I love experimenting with them. I’ve built more muscle, recovered faster, reduced my stress, improved my sleep, and more from using supplements. But one of the key lessons I’ve learned for all these self-experiments is that no supplement can make up for a bad workout program, improper recovery, a crappy diet and lack of sleep. So if you don’t have the basics dialed in, then that’s where you should start. But if you’d like to know which su

Joel Jamieson is widely considered one of the world’s foremost authorities on strength and conditioning for combat sports, having trained many of the sports best athletes since 2004. He is the author of the bestselling book “Ultimate MMA Conditioning” and is a contributing writer to several top magazines and a frequent guest speaker at conferences and seminars all over the world. Joel has worked with and consulted extensively for teams and organizations ranging from Navy SEALS to Life Time Fitness and his BioForce HRV system is used by teams in the NFL, NBA, MLS, NCAA and more. He is best known for an individualized approach that is both based on solid science and yet practical to apply. Joel created 8WeeksOut in 2009 to help clear up the misinformation and confusion surrounding energy systems and since then, the site has become one of the authorities on strength, conditioning and performance.

Too many of us get hypnotized by our daily rituals and forget that we have a limited time on Earth to do what we feel we were here to do. Listen to this episode to avoid those mistakes that so many of us make and how your daily rituals are the key to changing your life for the better!