Full Fueled

Learn the unusual sleep habits of sports superstars Tom Brady, Mark Wahlberg, and the late Kobe Bryant. Discover how hacking your natural sleep cycles can help unlock your full human potential physically, mentally, and spiritually. We dive into the different stages of sleep, optimal sleep timing strategies, dream analysis, and more on this fact-packed episode. Follow our 6 pillars for total mind a...

Alcohol disrupts circadian rhythms and impairs deep, restorative sleep - but is an occasional drink okay? In this science-based discussion, hosts Matt and Dr. Alessi analyze alcohol's effects on sleep optimization. Learn why alcohol is a toxin that should be limited for rest longevity, how drinking impacts sleep stages and brain health, plus better wind-down rituals for restful nights. Discover th...

In this episode of the Full Fueled podcast, hosts Matt and Dr. Alessi dive deep into optimizing your sleep for total mind and body performance. Learn the top scientifically-proven sleep hacks like avoiding blue light before bed, keeping your room pitch black, cooling your room temperature, and entering a fasted state before sleep. Discover how getting quality sleep is like "brushing your teeth" fo...

Should athletes sacrifice their long-term health for sports glory? This podcast explores the recent UFC decision allowing steroid use and examines the severe injury risks facing football players, bodybuilders, and other athletes who push their bodies to the limit. Learn why sports legends like Ronnie Coleman and Calvin Johnson walked away to prioritize mobility and brain health. Discover smart tra...

Developing a strong fitness foundation is crucial before jumping into intense training routines like powerlifting or CrossFit. Learn the 5 levels of workout programming from stabilization to power in this podcast from coaches Matt and Dr. Alessi. They explain how to progress properly through stabilization, strength endurance, hypertrophy, maximum strength, and power training to see results and pre...

In this episode of the Full Fueled podcast, hosts Matt and Dr. Alessi dive deep into why building muscle is so crucial for longevity and overall health. They break down the science on how resistance training fights inflammation, balances hormones, improves insulin sensitivity, boosts metabolism, and primes your body to thrive into old age. Whether you're an athlete, entrepreneur, CEO, or anyone lo...

Hosts Matt and Dr. Alessi have a fascinating chat with athlete Jerome Milner about how fasting can help optimize health and performance in this episode of Full Fueled. Jerome details his experience with a 5-day water fast that left him feeling like a "superhero"—lighter, full of energy, and mentally sharp. They discuss the mounting scientific evidence showing multi-day fasting triggers a host of b...

On the debut of Full Fueled, hosts Matt and Dr. Alfred dive into the alarming state of food in America. They break down the epidemic of obesity, addiction to processed foods, and the toxins in our diet. Learn how pesticides, added sugars, and synthetic ingredients are engineered to be "hyper-palatable" and hook consumers. Matt and Dr. Alfred offer simple hacks to start eating cleaner, like drinkin...

In this episode of the Full Fueled podcast, hosts Matt Tack and Dr. Alfred Alessi dive deep into all things related to gut health. Learn about the gut microbiome, the gut-brain axis, common gut issues like IBS and SIBO, and get Dr. Alessi's top tips for healing a leaky gut. They discuss the importance of gut health for immunity, reducing inflammation, optimizing brain function, and overall wellnes...

Thinking about trying intermittent fasting but not sure where to start? In this complete guide for beginners, we walk through everything you need to know to start your first fast. We discuss the different types of intermittent fasting schedules, the benefits of fasting, and tips for getting through hunger and cravings when first starting out. Learn how fasting can help with weight loss, brain heal...

In this episode, we have an in-depth discussion about using food as medicine to optimize health and wellness. We talk about anti-inflammatory diets, intermittent fasting, gut-brain connection, and more. We share how changing your diet can lower inflammation, increase dopamine levels, boost brain function, and reverse chronic disease. We discuss medicinal foods like mushrooms that can rewire your b...

Join hosts Matt and Dr. Alessi as they launch the Full Fueled podcast, dedicated to optimizing health, mindset and performance. In this introduction episode, they share their backgrounds and passion for empowering people to overcome limitations. Matt opens up about overcoming depression and rebuilding his identity as an athlete with faith and purpose. Dr. Alessi tells his journey to becoming a chi...