Elite athlete and author Brad Kearns discusses a transformative fitness approach as we age, emphasizing walking and gentle exercise over high-intensity workouts. Co-author of 'Born to Walk' with Mark Sisson, he argues that rigorous activities can harm aging bodies, leading to injuries. Kearns highlights the benefits of Zone One cardiovascular efforts, strength training, and the evolutionary reasons for endorphin rushes. Dr. Mindy also stresses the need for aging individuals, particularly women, to embrace activities that align with their changing bodies instead of pursuing intense, potentially harmful fitness goals.

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Brad Kearns is a New York Times bestselling author, former two-time US national champion and #3 world-ranked professional triathlete, and currently elite masters track and field sprinter and high jumper. He placed 2nd in the 2024 USA Masters National Championships age 55-59 high jump. His B.rad podcast is a top-10 ranked Apple Podcasts "Fitness" category show covering diet, fitness, peak performance, personal growth and longevity with Brad's carefree style and lively sense of humour. More at BradKearns.com

His 2025 book with Mark Sisson titled Born To Walk exposes the hype and broken promises of the running boom, and how walking extensively every day is a fundamental genetic expectation for human health. More at BornToWalkBook.com

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Could a little discomfort be the secret to a healthier, happier you? Join us as Jeff Krasno shares why embracing "Good Stress" might be the key to lasting well-being. We'll dive into Jeff's personal journey building his 'psychological immune system,' explore how modern comforts have led to a chronic state of ease (and why that's not always good!), and discover how reintroducing controlled stress can bring us back into balance. Plus, get practical tips for navigating stressful situations with more ease and grace.

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Jeff Krasno is the co-founder and CEO of Commune, a masterclass platform for personal and societal well-being, and co-creator of Wanderlust, a global series of wellness events. He hosts the Commune podcast and interviews luminaries ranging from Deepak Chopra and Marianne Williamson to Matthew McConaughey and Gabor Maté.

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Ever wondered how birth control affects your natural hormonal rhythm? Listen to Dr. Sarah Hill reveal the truth about hormones, health, and life choices. This episode explores how synthetic hormones from birth control pills can influence a wide range of bodily functions, from brain activity to immune system responses, and how these effects can differ significantly from natural hormone cycles. Dr. Hill addresses the potential long-term impacts of starting birth control at a young age and staying on it for years, including fertility concerns and hormonal imbalances. Uncover the hidden truths about birth control, menopause, and hormone therapy with Dr. Sarah Hill! Let's embrace a healthier, natural rhythm.

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Dr. Sarah E. Hill is a researcher and professor at TCU, lead science advisor for 28 Wellness, and the author of “This Is Your Brain On Birth Control”. Sarah’s groundbreaking research has resulted in close to 100 research publications. Her work has been featured in The New York Times, The Washington Post, Scientific American, The Economist, and on television shows like Good Morning and Today. Sarah is also a sought-after speaker, consultant, and media expert in women’s hormones and sexual psychology. More at https://www.sarahehill.com/

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