Against the Herd Podcast

Interview with Coach Mark Rogers- BeActivated

Mon, 14 Aug 2023 12:18:00 GMT

Join us today as we discuss BeActivated - a system of muscular release techniques aimed at improving performance, longevity, and injury recovery/prevention - with Coach Mark Rodgers, who came upon the system when he needed to push his body to the max as a powerlifter.

The protocols discussed in today's episode helped him delay surgery years, and made such an impact that he now has his own practice near Austin, Texas.

Introduction to Sensory Deprivation (Float) Tanks

Sun, 09 Jul 2023 15:46:30 GMT

Is there a non-medicinal way to cure anxiety? Why does one feel so refreshed after a sensory deprivation session? Whether you've seen it on "Stranger Things" or otherwise, sensory deprivation (or "float") tanks are quickly gaining popularity as a means to blissfully detach from the constant stimulation of daily life. In this episode, podcast host Nick Boustead dives in with our usual formula - what are float tanks, why do they work (based on peer reviewed research), and what are some ways you can introduce it into your life.

Initerview with Registered Dietician Brooke Schneid

Sun, 02 Jul 2023 17:06:20 GMT

How do you know if you're eating meat with high heavy metal content? Do current popular diets such as paleo, keto, and carvivore work? Join us as we discuss with registered dietician/sports nutritionist Brooke Schneid. Former senior dietician at Mt. Sinai in New York and currently Nutritionist for the George Washington Weight Loss and Surgery Center, Brooke also has a private practice wheree she counsels patients on everything from weight loss, sports performance, cardiovascular disease and diabetes, to prenatal nutrition, food allergies/intolerances and cancer prevention.Check her out at @wellsavvy_b on Instagram, or HERE for her website!

Interview with Cortland Dahl - Meditation Expert

Wed, 21 Jun 2023 12:13:47 GMT

What drastic changes occur in the brains of meditators? What's the minimum amount of time one should meditate daily to see great effect? What does the research about meditations currently tell us, and where are we going? Today we host a fascinating talk with Cortland Dahl - Neuroscientist, founder of an international meditation center, and creator of one of the most widely used meditation apps. Cortland spent years studying and practicing meditation in Asia, including eight years living in Tibetan refugee settlements in India and Nepal. He has published numerous collections of translations of classic works on meditation and Buddhist philosophy from the Tibetan tradition. In addition to his work with the Center, Cortland is the Co-Founder and Executive Director of Tergar International, a global network of meditation group. LINK - Tergar International LINK - Healthy Minds appLINK - Center for Healthy Minds

Mindfulness - Interview with Bestselling Author Nina Purewal

Tue, 13 Jun 2023 18:22:03 GMT

Join us as we discuss medition/mindfulness with Nina Purewal, best-selling author of Let That Sh*t Go! which covers topics like the racing mind, self-smack talk, accepting what we can’t conrol, shifting our perspective, being true to you, forgiveness and finding your tech zen. It also touches on the power of practising mindfulness and meditation to find your calm. While we've broadly covered this topic in Episode 5, Nina gives phenomenal advice for fitting medition in to a busy working life. Pick up a copy of Nina's book (link) or check out her website (link) if you'd like to hear more from her.

Interview with Sleep Coach Amy Korn-Reavis

Mon, 29 May 2023 01:37:14 GMT

Can too little sleep cause cancer? Can you have variability with your sleep/wake times and still rest well? What can you do with your mattress to ensure the best possible sleep? Join us as we discuss with Amy Korn-Reavis, a sleep coach and founder of www.bettersleepcoach.com as she explains many aspects of sleep in a fantastically easy to understand format.

Introduction to Sleep Science

Tue, 23 May 2023 02:12:05 GMT

Sleep - we all do it, but how can you optimize yours for performance/health? What's going on in your body during sleep?Join us for a brief indtoructory dive for sleep that will serve as a basis for next guest.

Interview with Master Hypnotist Dr. Art Emerich

Mon, 15 May 2023 01:41:30 GMT

How much control do you have over the subconscoius mind, both your own and others? What separates the two? What applications can hypnosis have in a modern clinical setting?Dr. Art Emerich, a Certified Master Hypnotherapist and Certified Master Practitioner and Trainer of Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) joins us today to answer these questions and more.

Introduction to Hypnosis (Neural Linguistic Programming)

Mon, 08 May 2023 01:21:32 GMT

What is hypnosis (aka Neural Linguistic Programming)? Does it actually work? How could one use hypnosis to better themselves?

Join us as we take a look at hynosis with our typical structure - what is is, why it works (based on research), and how one could apply to their daily lives.

References:

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Nixon, R.D.V., Bryant, R.A., Moulds, M.L., Felmingham, K.L. and Mastrodomenico, J.A. (2005), Physiological arousal and dissociation in acute trauma victims during trauma narratives. J. Traum. Stress, 18: 107-113. https://doi.org/10.1002/jts.20019

Banerjee S, Srivastav A, Palan BM. Hypnosis and self-hypnosis in the management of nocturnal enuresis: A comparative study with imipramine therapy. Am J Clin Hypn. 1993;36(2):113–119.

Meditation - Definitions and Practical Applications from a Long-Time Practicioner

Sun, 30 Apr 2023 22:10:46 GMT

In today's episode, we're joined by a special guest "Bo" (David Boustead) who has been practicing meditation for over fifty years and has found incredible benefits in his daily practice. He's here to share his insights and advice on how to start a meditation practice, what inspired him to start meditating, and some variations you may use in your own practice.

Through the years, our guest has followed various meditation techniques that has helped him to reduce stress, increase focus and clarity, and cultivate greater awareness and compassion. He's learned these techniques from multiple teachers, and also goes into how he picked a meditation guide and advice for how you can do the same. For more information on the Tergar meditation community mentioned in today's episode please visit www.tergar.org.

If you've ever wondered "What should I think about while I meditate? What does a meditation actually look like? What does meditation actually mean? the tune in for all of the above answers and more.Whether you're new to meditation or looking to deepen your practice, join us as we explore the transformative power of mindfulness with our special guest.

Introduction to Meditation

Mon, 24 Apr 2023 01:02:30 GMT

Your hosts Nick and Bruce dive into what meditation is, why it works, and some tips on how you can quickly add some into your life. As you'll see, the neuroscience behind mediation is rapily evolving but one thing is certain - those who practice meditation long term see drastic, beneficial changes in brain structure. There are extremely few (if any) other ways one could alter their neurobiolgy in such positive fashion -- tune in to find out how/why.

Interview with Sauna Expert Glenn Auerbach

Mon, 24 Apr 2023 00:39:19 GMT

Join us for this all encompassing talk with Glenn Auerbach, founder of Sauna Times. Glenn is a world-renowned expert on Saunas and has helped thousans of people build their own. He's written a book on the subject and hosts a popular podcast on the subject. LINK to the Sauna Times website LINK to Sauna Talk Podcast

Introduction to Steam Rooms

Sun, 02 Apr 2023 01:47:10 GMT

Ever wondered whether you should use the sauna versus a steam room? Is one better than the other? Turns out they're very different but there's much more to it than that - join us as we explore the history of steam baths (that date back to the Ottoman empire), established research on uses/effectiveness of steam rooms (spoiler - they can cure COVID), and why you shouldn't ignore the steam room at your gym. .

Interview with John Richter - Cold Plunge DIY Expert

Sun, 02 Apr 2023 00:45:57 GMT

Join us as we host John Richter, who is a DIY expert at helping others create cold plunges. Throughout the podcast John shares his story of how he got started with cold plunging and the vast (and life/death) differences it made in his life, what caused him to want to help others experience the same, and plenty of tips/tricks that all will find useful - from those thinking of turning the shower to "Cold" to experienced plungers.John's Website Link to his book on Amazon

Introduction to Cold Plunges

Sun, 12 Mar 2023 02:12:54 GMT

A quick look at cold plunges and science backed benefits with our typical format - what they are, why they work, and how you can implement them.

Your hosts, Bruce and Nick, go in depth into ice baths. Aside from referencing the well-known Huberman podcast's fantastic research on cold plunges multiple times, we try to frame the concept in simpler terms - ie how does a cold plunge's dopamine release compare to sex?

References:

Huberman Podcast Cold Plunge

Fasting with FitBroth Founder Colleen Williams

Mon, 17 Jul 2023 00:51:10 GMT

What are the biggest advantages to fasting? What happens at a cellular level that's so signficant? What are the pro/con and differences between intermittent fasting and the longer "typical" fasts? We're joined by Colleen Williams, founder of Fit Broth, who discusses all of the above and more. From a competitive marathon runner turned fasting enthusiast, Colleen walks us through her path, what led her into diving into research behind fasting, and a ton of practical tips you could consider to help implement it into your life. You can learn more about Fit Broth or order HERE