Abel James Show

How often do you exercise?  Does it surprise you to learn that 3 out of 4 of us humans don't exercise at all, at least not on a regular basis? I'm sure draconian government interventions that outlawed group exercise, shuttered gyms and small businesses and all of that, certainly didn't help matters or our trajectory overall. But the way I see it, you have to find ways of making working out fun. An...

What's it like to eat nothing but meat for years on end? Well, contrary to what you may hear on mainstream corporate media, animal protein can be one of the most powerful tools to help you reach and maintain a healthy body composition. But can a full-blown carnivore diet effectively fuel world class feats of athletic performance? I'm honored to say that joining us on the show today is Dr. Shawn Ba...

How prepared are you for a grid down scenario? While grim estimates from the government estimate that up to 90% of the population could be wiped out after just one year without power, today's remarkable guest has a much more optimistic view. Today, I'm honored to be here with the one and only Mykel Hawke, a U.S. Special Forces Captain and Combat Veteran, TV Star, best-selling author and Outdoor Su...

It's easy to keep your cool during meditation, but real life isn't always quite so serene. So what do you do when someone cuts you off in traffic? Simple daily practices like meditation, breathwork, Qigong, and especially martial arts can teach us how to keep our composure and flow in the face of life's many challenges, even if someone's throwing a punch at you. So today, I'm thrilled that joining...

In this very special episode, I'll be responding to your questions in an AMA-style free for all. Most of these questions came in through the newsletter. If you'd like to ask me your question in an upcoming episode, make sure that you're signed up for the newsletter . As a special thanks for signing up, I’ll even send you some delicious recipes for low-sugar cookies, a quick start meal plan and oth...

Can you imagine if what you chose to eat at every meal were a life-threatening decision? According to researchers, an estimated 32 million Americans have severe food allergies and for many cross-contamination or a mislabeled ingredient label could be lethal. Today we're here with Sonia Hunt, a food allergy activist, tech marketing executive, TEDx speaker with over one million views, and the bestse...

How can we find peace and happiness amongst the chaos of this world? As social media and increasingly the entire internet embraces the worst kind of censorship, it really does seem like the algorithms are trying to excise a part of the complete human. For instance, Instagram just deleted our 10-year-old account with 40,000 followers—something I'll be talking about a bit more in an upcoming podcast...

As the world we know seems to crumble all around us, how prepared are you for the worst case scenario? Can you keep your head in a real world survival situation? How can we train for the unexpected? Is your health and fitness up to snuff? Today we're here with Craig Weller and Jonathan Pope, co-authors of the incredibly informative and useful Special Operations book entitled Building the Elite . C...

What kind of person do you want to be? Do you want to be the person who always seems to be in great shape no matter what? Do you want to shred on guitar and unleash a face-melting solo? Do you want to be creative and just sketch or doodle, even if it's just for a few minutes a day? Or do you want to be the person who wakes up and immediately jumps on their phone for a quick hit of drama-induced do...

What's it like to be on the front lines as a nurse these days? Today, we're here with Jessica Viker, a Registered Nurse and certified health and wellness coach who has been working with patients and clients for nearly a decade. In this very special conversation, Jessica is sharing some of the specifics on.. • How to wade through all the hype around keto • Why prevention is better than a cure • Wha...

What if you could dramatically improve your body composition, balance your hormones, and even reverse the signs of aging just by eating one little food? My wife, Alyson and I already made a couple of batches and can't believe the difference in how we feel, and it's only been a couple of weeks. So what is it? It's a very particular type of yogurt, replete in scientifically proven strains of probiot...

Could you use a little inspiration to eat less sugar? I think we probably all could. So today, we're here with Sam Apple, a writer, science journalist, and author of the highly rated book called “ Ravenous .” Sam is no slouch, he taught creative writing and journalism at the University of Pennsylvania for 10 years, and is currently on the faculty of the MA in Science Writing and MA in Writing prog...

How can we reduce our exposure to toxins without driving ourselves absolutely out of our minds? Our workplaces, homes and foods are contaminated with a mind-numbing mix of chemical toxins. And by default, there's a shocking lack of information available about what exactly is contained in the products we buy. But instead of aiming for super sanitized perfection—which is totally impossible—it's bett...

Today, I'm honored to be here with the wonderful Bob Harper, long-time host of The Biggest Loser, heart attack survivor and celebrity trainer, whose clients include the likes of Ben Stiller, Selma Blair and Gwyneth Paltrow. Bob is kind, compassionate and hilarious, and he'll be the first to tell you today why reality TV show workouts aren't exactly what they seem. And as it turns out, not only is...

How do our finances affect our physical and mental health? Anyone who's ever been in debt knows the toll it takes on our sleep, level of stress and quality of life. And according to a recent report from CNBC, the average American is nearly $100,000 in debt right now. So how can we get back above water? If you're $100,000 in debt, that number is so high that it can be difficult to kind of chop down...

How can we build resilience in a pressure cooker society? And equally important, when we're faced with disaster and uncertainty, how can we be better prepared for what's coming next? Even in the best of circumstances, the curveballs in life catch up with you. In my own personal case, some of you may remember that I lost everything in an apartment fire a little more than a decade ago, and then more...

How can we separate truth from propaganda? It surprises many to learn that in the United States, propaganda is perfectly legal. It's not so subtle though if you look closely, and the endless drum beat of talking heads repeating the same sound bites over and over doesn't inform us or get us any closer to the truth. Simply doing what we're told won't lead to long-term health or well-being—just look...

What's with all the protein shaming lately? When a staggering 75% to 80% of us are overweight and facing metabolic dysfunction, is eating less meat on Mondays really going to save us? If you really want to know who is responsible for the destruction of our environment and our collective health, I'm happy to say it's definitely not our cow friends peacefully burping on pasture. Eliminating a high-q...

What's the secret to aging gracefully? When it comes to training, you don't need to punish yourself to achieve incredible results. In fact, life-long fitness junkies often see physical movement not as punishment, but as a creative act. Breaking a sweat sets off a hormonal cascade that increases mental alertness, boosts your energy and leads to long-term gains in quality of life. But none of this m...

Did you know that 90% of doctor visits are stress-related? If you’ve been feeling a little stressed recently, you're definitely not alone. The good news is that we can recalibrate our stress levels with simple tweaks to our lifestyle. So if you want to know how to clean up your daily habits and adapt in trying times, this is the show for you. Joining us today is Dr. Will Cole, a functional medicin...

How many hours have you logged in front of a camera in the past year? Zoom fatigue is a real thing, and the expectation to constantly be available for virtual webcam meetings definitely takes its toll on all of us. You may be surprised to find out that some of the people who spend the most time on camera, even actors and podcasters, actually don't enjoy being filmed most of the time. And joining u...

Can you imagine what it's like to gain 60 pounds on purpose? Can you cut that weight as quickly as you put it on? What do you have to sacrifice to get there? Well, returning to the show today, he did it once again, it's our friend Drew Manning, a New York Times best-selling author, physical trainer, and the man behind the Fit2Fat2Fit phenomenon. To celebrate his 40th birthday, Drew once again, gai...

Do you ever say “yes” when you really mean “no”? I'm definitely guilty of this, but being a people pleaser can ruin our relationships. So if you want to protect your time and energy while being more honest with yourself and those you love, this is the show for you. Today we're here with Terri Cole, a celebrity psychotherapist, relationship expert, author of the brand new book called “ Boundary Bos...

If you've gained a few pounds over the past year, you are not alone. According to a recent survey by the American Psychological Association, 43% of Americans gained an average of about 30 pounds over the past year. I'll say that again. Despite unprecedented government intervention “for the sake of our health”—using air quotes here—nearly half of Americans gained 30 pounds in the past year. If that...

Is it possible to rewire your brain... without a brain implant? The answer is undoubtedly yes, but the tricky part is that neuroplasticity doesn't always go in the right direction. So how can we reprogram our brain to break toxic habits, organize a chaotic mind and optimize our mental health? Returning to the show to help us rise above the madness of today's world is Dr. Caroline Leaf, a communica...