Parhaat Sam Miller Podcastit (2024)

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S 745: Demystifying Functional Health: Empowering Clients Beyond the Buzzwords with Using Evidence-Based Coaching 1:00:19

17h ago1:00:19

1:00:19

Functional health has always been a hot topic as of late — but what does it really mean — and how can we apply it effectively? In this episode, we break down the misconceptions, buzzwords, and barriers in the industry while exploring what it truly takes to empower clients to take control of their health while they work with us and after as well. To…

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S 744: The Ultimate Guide to Enhancing Glutathione Levels: Using Food and Supplements to Boost Your Body’s Antioxidant Power 23:29

4d ago23:29

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In this episode, we uncover the secrets to optimizing glutathione levels—the cornerstone of your body’s antioxidant defense system. From diet and supplements to lifestyle strategies, we explore how to naturally enhance your health and resilience. Learn how glutathione supports immune function, combats oxidative stress, and plays a vital role in thy…

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S 743: Beyond SMART Goals: Transformative Models and a 5-Step Framework for Client Success 51:51

8d ago51:51

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In this episode, we dive deep into rethinking traditional goal-setting approaches like the SMART framework, exploring why it may not always be the best fit for long-term health and fitness goals. We discuss innovative alternatives like the ASPIRE and SAVE models, which emphasize adaptability, emotional engagement, and intrinsic motivation. Along th…

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S 742: Vitamin C Deep Dive: Unveiling Its Role in Immunity, Antioxidants, and Optimal Health 32:23

11d ago32:23

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Back to a micronutrient mastery episode, specifically unpacking Vitamin C today. We'll cover how Vitamin C's functions acting as an antioxidant, it's bioavailability, supplementation considerations, and food sources, Vitamin C deficiency and the pirate disease, and studies on Vitamin C, the common cold, and immunity health. Topics include: - Growin…

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S 741: Thyroid Dysfunction: Beyond Chronic Dieting, Gut-Thyroid Axis, The Stress-Thyroid Connection, Inflammation, and Metabolic Adaptation 32:56

15d ago32:56

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Today's entire Q&A will focus around the question, "are all thyroid issues due to metabolic adaptation?" It's a very interesting and thought provoking question and we'll look at this from several different components and aspects from overtraining, micronutrient considerations, inflammation consequences, and more! Topics include: - Thyroid and Metab…

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S 740: Metabolism, Gut Health, and the Science Behind the Ripple Effects of Your Choices 1:09:55

18d ago1:09:55

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In this featured replay, I dive deep with the guys from the Earn It All Podcast, into understanding metabolism, gut health, and how your daily habits shape long-term health outcomes. From uncovering misconceptions about metabolism and genetics to exploring the role of gut health in overall wellness, this episode offers a practical and science-backe…

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S 739: How Coaches Can Learn From Fitness Resolution Culture and Avoiding Business Traps to Grow Your Coaching in 2025 17:02

22d ago17:02

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I don't know about you, but as someone who has been in this industry a decade plus, the marketing this time of year is vexing. Whether it's your health or your coaching business, the "quick" approach won't get you very far — we need to make better decisions. I want to share and vent a little about my frustration with this topic in hopes you don't f…

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S 738: 10 Key Considerations to Optimize Your “Separation Season” and Set Your Business Up for a Thriving 2025 20:43

25d ago20:43

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With a handful of days left in 2024, this can be your "take the foot off the gas and rest" season or it can be your "separation season" allowing the opportunity to work on specific aspects in your business that will set you up for a thriving 2025. I want to share 10 considerations with you for this time of year (and include a bonus one about enjoyi…

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S 737: Purpose, Belief, and Autonomy: Transformative Lessons from a Nursing Home Study 22:50

29d ago22:50

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Beliefs are powerful and can influence action and results more than we give it credit for. This concept is apparent in a recent nursing home study I want to share with you and why this applies to your coaching business. I'll share the study details, questions, and implications and what you need to know going forward for your career. Topics include:…

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S 736: The Surprising Truth About Meal Frequency and Gut Symptoms in Women with IBS 16:10

1M ago16:10

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Is there a link between meal frequency and IBS? Have you or your clients been suffering from gut issues but can't seem to find the root cause? I wanted to share a few studies on this subject, discuss fasting considerations, why context around this topic matters, and more. Topics include: - Managing Meal and Snack Frequency in Women - Multiple Study…

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S 735: Overcoming Self-Doubt: Kristi’s Journey in Quadrupling Her Prices and Growing Her Coaching Roster 38:35

1M ago38:35

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In todays episode — discover how Kristi overcame self-doubt, embraced continuous learning, and quadrupled her coaching business's impact. With stories of client transformations and a message of resilience, Kristi highlights the importance of education, community, and belief in oneself. Whether you're a coach, a fitness enthusiast, or someone lookin…

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S 734: Why Your Clients Are More Prone to Illness in Winter—and How to Help Them Stay Healthy 17:54

1M ago17:54

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While it is common knowledge that more sickness occurs during the winter months especially in colder areas of the country and world, few know the ACTUAL reasons why this occurs. In today's episode, I want to cover the real reasons why we tend to get sick during the winter months and why it has to do with evolution and the seasonal variation of our …

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S 733: The Science of Aging, Longevity, and Lifespan 44:33

1M ago44:33

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While I've discussed longevity and aging in multiple episodes on this platform, I thought it was time for a deep dive and explain some of the nuanced details about aging and lifespan. We'll cover the primary theory of aging, the hallmarks of aging, the physiological process of AMPK and mTOR and their relationship, and much more! Topics include: - S…

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S 732: Building a Thriving Coaching Business: Erin's Journey from Client to Confident Coach 35:08

2M ago35:08

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In this episode I sit down and talk to Metabolism School student Erin a dedicated Mastery Student and coach. Erin shares her journey from starting in CrossFit to becoming a successful coach, discussing how she transformed her hobby into a thriving coaching business. Join us as Erin reveals the challenges she faced, the skills she acquired, and the …

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S 731: Detoxification Masterclass: The Truth About Detoxes, Diets, Supplements, and Liver Function 40:46

2M ago40:46

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"Detox" is one of those terms the marketing industry has suffocated the life out of and we as a society have lost all meaning behind what true natural detoxification is. Today's episode is all about detoxification, why most "detox teas" and other forms are just detoxing your wallet, and the actual process behind what our body does naturally. Topics…

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S 730: Metabolic Health Meets Optimal Business Health: Discover How Our FNMS Coaches Are Taking Their Careers To The Next Level 25:48

2M ago25:48

25:48

As our FNMS program has grown and evolved, so have our students and their success not only in the level of solving more complex client cases but seeing their business grow as well. Today's episode is an FNMS mentee mashup and you know I talk a lot about the program but I want to give you some viewpoints of coaches just like you who took the leap an…

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S 729: Beyond Bloodwork: A Deep Dive into the Dutch Test vs. Serum Labs for Health Coaches 53:22

2M ago53:22

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In this episode, we dive deep into two major health testing approaches: the Dutch Test and traditional serum lab testing. Join us as we explore the science behind each method, evaluate their strengths and limitations, and discuss practical applications for coaches and clients alike. Whether you're curious about these tests for your clients or seeki…

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S 728: Cortisol's Impact on Nutrient Status, Stress Effects on Vitamin and Mineral Depletion, Gut Nutrient Absorption, and More! 29:45

2M ago29:45

29:45

We discuss the topic of stress a lot on this show for good reason. This is a large issue in our modern society and one that impacts our physical goals along with reaching our potential physically, mentally, and/or emotionally. I wanted to discuss the role of stress and how cortisol impacts micronutrient status, what specific micronutrients to be aw…

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S 727: Breaking Free from Scarcity: Elisa's Journey Growing Her Business as a Fitness Coach 40:18

2M ago40:18

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In this episode, I sit down with one of our students, who shares her inspiring journey from battling addiction to building a successful coaching career. Elisa opens up about overcoming her scarcity mindset—especially around money—and how it initially held her back from investing in herself. She discusses her decision to pursue fitness, the shift fr…

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S 726: From Research to Results: Key Coaching Insights and Using the Latest Science for Your Clients in 2024 and Beyond 46:33

2M ago46:33

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Unique and different style of episode today but one I hope you find valuable in that we are going to take a look at a dozen or so different studies we've used most frequently in our FNMS program helping our students with more complex cases. I will give these studies a grade based on how applicable and relevant they are and these studies range widel…

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S 725: The Mental Health Epidemic: Examining a New Study on Smartphone Use and Health Outcomes for Children, Teens, and Young Adults 27:38

2M ago27:38

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In this episode, we dive into a critical discussion on mental health, focusing on the impact of technology and smartphones on the mental well-being of young adults, specifically those aged 18 to 24. I review a recent study that reveals a strong correlation between early smartphone usage and mental health challenges, particularly self-harm and anxie…

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S 724: Unlocking Metabolic Health: Insights on Fat Loss, Adaptation, and Client Success 55:32

2M ago55:32

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I recently joined Cory Hageman on her podcast Self-Selecting where we got the chance to dive deep into the foundations of a healthy metabolism and the key health markers that support it. I shares practical strategies to help clients stay motivated, improve adherence, and overcome roadblocks, ensuring sustainable health and performance improvements.…

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S 723: I Need Your Help - Celebrating 5 Years Of The Sam Miller Science Podcast 13:20

3M ago13:20

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In this special episode marking the 5-year anniversary of the podcast, I reflect on the journey from starting in 2019 to reaching over 1.5 million downloads. Today, I need your help to spread the message even further. Topics Discussed: - The origins and growth of the podcast. - The mission to provide evidence-based health and nutrition advice. - Ov…

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S 722: Six Steps to Social Proof That Sells and Creating Case Studies Using The Proof Framework to Get New Clients 19:01

3M ago19:01

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In this episode, we dive deep into the power of social proof and how it can revolutionize your approach to marketing, sales, and coaching. By understanding the psychology behind decision-making and how to use testimonials, case studies, and success stories, you can build trust and reduce friction in your clients' decision process. Perfect for healt…

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S 721: From Imposter Syndrome to Coaching Success: Maggie’s Journey on Investing in Herself and Continuing Her Education 41:12

3M ago41:12

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In this episode, we sit down with Maggie, fitness coach and entrepreneur behind Keep It So Simple Fitness (K.I.S.S Fitness), to explore her inspiring journey from being a high school athlete to becoming a successful online coach. Maggie shares her struggles with imposter syndrome, her search for deeper knowledge in fitness and nutrition, and how sh…

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S 720: Epigenetics and Fat Storage, Metabolic Adaptation, Personal Responsibility, and More on Mark Bell's Power Project 31:57

3M ago31:57

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I recently joined Mark Bell, Nsima Inyang, and Andrew Zaragoza on Mark Bell's Power Project Podcast and wanted to share a few select clips that I believe is important for coaches to be aware of. Topics include: - Thrifty and Spend Thrift Phenotypes - The Role of Genetics - Disempowerment and Blaming Genetics - Adaption To Repeated Attempts At Calor…

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S 719: Debunking "Carbs Before Coffee" - Understanding Cortisol Awakening Response, Caffeine, Fasting, Functional Health Trends, and More! 36:21

3M ago36:21

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A popular myth has been cropping up that I wanted to address that involves multiple topics including cortisol, fed vs fasted state physiology, and caffeine consumption. I've seen a lot of advice about consuming carbs before coffee without any nuance or context to the information, so we are going to take a look a few client avatar examples and see w…

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S 718: My Reaction To Oprah's Perspective on Ozempic and The State of Obesity On Mark Bell's Power Project 21:39

3M ago21:39

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I recently joined Mark Bell, Nsima Inyang, and Andrew Zaragoza on Mark Bell's Power Project Podcast and they did something unique during the interview that I wanted to share on my platform as well. They played a few clips of Oprah and her perspective on her weight regain struggles, Ozempic, and obesity and I share my thoughts and reactions. Topics …

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S 717: DHEA: Overview and Function, DHEA and Cortisol, DHEA Supplementation, and More! 30:10

3M ago30:10

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I want to give you a deep dive on today's episode into DHEA and why it's such an important hormone, not to be confused with DHEA sulfate. This hormone in declining levels can cause cognitive dysfunction, depression, and sexual dysfunction to name a few. We'll take a look at DHEA and how it connects with cortisol, the immune system, and women's heal…

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S 716: Macro Coach to Metabolism Specialist - Gwen’s Journey from Flexible Dieting to Functional Health (FNMS Success Story) 42:54

3M ago42:54

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In this episode, we sit down with Gwen, a dedicated student inside Metabolism School, to explore her inspiring journey from the corporate world and pharma to becoming a successful coach focused on functional women's health and longevity. Gwen shares how the Metabolism School has helped her transition from macro coaching to addressing deeper aspects…

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S 715: People Pleasing - Breaking the Cycle: The Hidden Stressors Sabotaging Your Health 19:11

4M ago19:11

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In this episode we dive into the subtle, yet powerful stressors that could be derailing your health and fitness journey. While obvious stressors often get the most attention, today we explore the lesser-known culprits: people-pleasing, lack of boundaries, and the Fawn response. Learn how these behaviors, deeply rooted in our psychology and childhoo…

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S 714: The Neglected Life-Saving Skill in Health and Fitness Coaching 21:34

4M ago21:34

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In this episode, we delve into a critical, yet often overlooked, skill that could set you apart in the health and fitness industry—understanding and utilizing lab testing. While foundational skills like CPR, nutrition basics, and exercise programming are essential, they only scratch the surface of what’s possible for optimizing client health. Join …

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S 713: The Science of Growth Hormone 33:50

4M ago33:50

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Growth hormone has received less spotlight on this platform compared to others like cortisol and estrogen but I thought it was time for a deep dive. We'll cover the nuances of fasting and muscle gain, estrogen and testosterone considerations, how it plays into insulin resistance and metabolic syndrome, and much more! Topics include: - What is Growt…

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S 712: Breaking Through Content Creation Blocks As An Online Health Coach 41:05

4M ago41:05

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In this episode, we dive into practical strategies for overcoming content creation hurdles and enhancing your messaging. Whether you're grappling with procrastination or struggling to maintain momentum, we've got you covered with actionable insights. Discover how recycling and repurposing content can keep your energy up and how leading with intenti…

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S 711: Biomarkers of the World’s Longest Surviving Individuals: Reviewing 35 Year Analysis of Lab Markers in 100 Year Old Humans 24:04

4M ago24:04

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I wanted to share a recent study that has some very interesting results and implications on cholesterol and longevity. We'll look at the study details, why this is important to you as a coach, and more. Topics include: - High Cholesterol A Top Longevity Marker? - What We’ll Cover - Why This is Important - Geriatric Journal Study - Similar Episodes …

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S 710: The Brain on Birth Control: Exploring Non Birth Control Users vs Users: Attraction, Jealousy, and More 32:28

4M ago32:28

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Did you know the use of contraceptives specifically birth control might be impacting who you choose as a mate? It might even make you more jealous one study finds. Really fascinating topic so I wanted to bring you the unbiased research when it comes to birth control, mate choice, attractiveness, and a study on professional lap dancers. Topics inclu…

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S 709: Pro's and Con's of Lab Testing and Keeping Lifestyle Factors At The Forefront 13:29

4M ago13:29

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A short but important reminder for you on health and lab testing and why we should as health coaches keep environmental, lifestyle, and habit considerations at the forefront even when lab testing has its place. This clip is from The Holistic Savage Podcast with Brendan Vermeire. Topics include: - Going Beyond Health Testing - Lifestyle and Environm…

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S 708: The Biggest Problem in Functional Health and Functional Medicine Coaching On The Holistic Savage Podcast with Brendan Vermeire 22:33

4M ago22:33

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The health and fitness space has made several strides over the past 15-20 years but it has its current issues as well especially in the functional health and medicine space. I was recently on The Holistic Savage Podcast talking about some of these specific problems and wanted to share it on today's episode. Topics include: - Current State of The Fu…

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S 707: Unlocking Hormone & Metabolism Secrets Part 2 On Elitefts Dave Tate's Table Talk Podcast 1:36:42

4M ago1:36:42

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Finishing out with Part 2 with Dave Tate on his podcast Table Talk, we dive deeper into nuanced topics around hormones, metabolism, gut health, and more! Topics include: - Personal Health Stories - Fitness Industry Myths - Advice For Fitness Professionals - Future Outlooks in Health and Nutrition ---------- Subscribe to My Youtube Channel: https://…

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S 706: Unlocking Hormone & Metabolism Secrets Part 1 On Elitefts Dave Tate's Table Talk Podcast 1:37:01

4M ago1:37:01

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I joined one of the legends in the health and fitness space Dave Tate on his podcast Table Talk and had an in depth nuanced discussion on many topics around health, nutrition, metabolism, and hormones and wanted to share it with you on my platform. Given this was a 3 hour long talk in total, we wanted to break it up in 2 parts so stick around for P…

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S 705: Optimal Testosterone and Weight Training, The Rise of Blood Work and Lab Testing, Finding A Quality Functional Health Coach and More on The Barbell Shrugged Podcast 26:59

5M ago26:59

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I recently joined Anders Varner and Doug Larson again on the Barbell Shrugged podcast and we had a lengthy discussion around some popular topics right now. Specifically, I wanted to bring two featured clips back to this show all around testosterone and lab work that I think you'll find interesting. Topics include: - Testosterone and Weight Training…

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S 704: Beyond The Citations and Online Arguments: The Power of Integration and Application As A Fitness and Health Professional 22:57

5M ago22:57

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One of the biggest issues I see right now in the evidence based health and fitness coaching space is the overemphasis of cherry-picking studies to prove your opinion right over actually helping people. Can these studies be helpful? Sure, but is it the only thing in coaching? Absolutely not. I'll explain why a focus on implementation and application…

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S 703: Q&A: Mediterranean Diet Considerations, Creatine Monohydrate with Hashimoto’s, Sleep Supplementation, and More! 1:00:44

5M ago1:00:44

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In today's episode, I wanted to bring you a longer form Q&A style episode with questions I received from our mentees inside of Metabolism School. These questions range from appropriate diet style considerations for clients to understanding different client populations and their unique supplementation needs to going beyond the popular buzzword condi…

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S 702: Unlock Client Progress with this 1 Hidden Truth 16:54

5M ago16:54

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In both clients and coaches, there's a hidden truth that we must all be aware of if we want to make continuous progress towards the things we want in life. That truth… is truth. More specifically, honesty and self-awareness of where we currently are and where we want to go. In this episode, I'm going to explain this concept through a motivational i…

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S 701: The Science of Sun Exposure: Benefits, Longevity Risk Factors, Sunscreen Considerations, and More! 24:06

5M ago24:06

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A great debate in the health and wellness industry is our ideal exposure to the sun, its benefits, potential risks, whether sunscreen is beneficial or toxic, and more. In this episode, we'll discuss these important topics around sun exposure along with ethnicity and geography considerations and sleep and circadian rhythm. Topics include: - Sun Expo…

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S 700: My Entrepreneurial Journey Over The Past 15+ Years and What Sam Miller Science Is All About 16:06

5M ago16:06

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Celebrating our 700th episode on the podcast, I wanted to share my story and how Sam Miller Science came to be and evolved to what it is now. It wasn't long ago I was wiping down gym equipment and doing in-person training sessions back to back at my college campus rec center. So much has happened for me since finding a passion for health and fitnes…

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S 699: Got Gut Health? Part 4: Stomach Acid, Digestive Enzymes, and Bile 23:46

5M ago23:46

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Concluding our Got Gut Health? series, in part 4, we will discuss stomach acid, digestive enzymes, bile, and tests you can do at home to assess stomach acid levels if you so choose. Other topics include: - Gut Health 101 Workshop - Digestive Health’s Role Within Health - Episodes on Similar Topics - The Digestive Chain - Being a Digestive Detective…

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S 698: Got Gut Health? Part 3: An Introduction to Gut Dysbiosis 28:34

5M ago28:34

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Continuing our Got Gut Health? Series, today's episode will dive into the topic of gut dysbiosis, the gut microbiome, and issues that arise from gut dysbiosis. Topics include: - Part 3 of Got Gut Health Series - Gut Health 101 Workshop - Gut Dysbiosis - Gut Microbiome Starts at Birth - What is Bacterial Dysbiosis? - Potential Side Effects - IBS - A…

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S 697: Got Gut Health? Part 2: Intestinal Permeability and "Leaky Gut" 26:19

5M ago26:19

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Continuing our series in part 2, we will be covering a recently popular topic with some controversy and a lot of misconceptions around it. "Leaky gut" or as it is actually known intestinal permeability has either two camps: it's the problem and solution to all of your health problems or it's complete nonsense. Like most things, it is somewhere in t…

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S 696: Got Gut Health? Part 1: Defining Good Digestion 29:23

5M ago29:23

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In lead up to our next workshop around the science and solutions needed to solve client digestive complaints, today is Part 1 of a 4 part series where we are diving into all things gut health. What better way to start off this series than defining digestion itself. What is good digestion? What does acute and chronic constipation and diarrhea look l…

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