Get Lean Eat Clean

In every cell of our body there are hundreds or thousands of mitochondria, they exist in greater quantities in the most active organs and tissues (muscles, heart and brain). Mitochondria are the organelles responsible for energy production in our body. If you always feel tired, if you experience memory loss, if you have frequent muscle pain and if you are one of those people taking medications for...

This week I interviewed  the founder of EndMyopia.org - Jake Steiner.  We discussed all things relating to prescription eyewear along with tips and tricks for better eyesight, the single worst thing you have been doing for your eyes, why it's time to get away from screens and get outside, and much more!  I hope you enjoy this interview with Jake as much as I did, and if you are interested in w...

In this episode, I walk you through my Fat Burner Blueprint. I explain how the program works and also touch on just how important and beneficial it is having someone (like a coach) to hold you accountable. Whether that is me or someone else, I truly believe that it is the missing piece of the puzzle for achieving your goals whether in health, business, and/or life. My Fat Burner Blueprint was base...

This week I sat down and chatted with bestselling author, peak performance guru, and B.RAD podcast host, Brad Kearns!  We talked about all things fitness and strategies for fat loss!   We also discussed:   - The mental side of losing weight - New trends in working out - The most nutrient dense foods on the planet and how intermittent fasting can play a role in weight loss! Connect with Brad: https...

We're getting close to the end of 2021, and I wanted to talk about the importance of sourcing and eating nutrient-dense foods.  If you feed yourself these foods, your body and mind can thrive! With all the craziness of Covid it's even more important to focus on optimizing your health and what better way to do that than to eat the most nutrient-dense foods on the planet. Here is a list of t...

This week I interviewed New York Times bestselling author and podcast host Gin Stephens!  She is just releasing her new book, Clean(ish) !  Her book leads readers to focus on real foods and a healthier home environment free of obvious toxins, without fixating on perfection. By living clean(ish), our bodies’ natural processes become streamlined and more effective, while we enjoy a vibrant life.   ...

REM, which stands for “rapid eye movement” is one of the 4 stages of sleep that your body’s sleep cycles consist of. It is known as the “mentally restorative” stage of sleep when the brain converts short-term memories into long-term ones. Your brain is very active during REM sleep and it is when the most vivid dreams occur. REM sleep is essential for keeping your brain and body healthy, and a suff...

This week I interviewed Dr. Craig Marker. He is a leading kettlebell expert and a psychology professor at Emory University in Atlanta. As a researcher, he understands the latest cutting-edge research on fat loss, muscle gain, sports performance, and nutrition.   In this episode, we discussed the importance of high intensity repeat training, the effectiveness of a one-minute workout along with: - A...

Chronic cardio describes a pattern of overly stressful cardiovascular workouts that last for too long and are conducted too frequently, with insufficient rest periods in between. Chronic exercisers compromise their general health, weight loss goals, and longevity by doing too much too often and ignoring the importance of rest.  For many dedicated fitness enthusiasts who tend toward chronic exercis...

This week I welcomed Dr. Ted Naiman back to the GLEC podcast for a second go around!  Ted is a board-certified Family Medicine physician in the department of Primary Care at a leading major medical center in Seattle. His research and medical practice are focused on the practical implementation of diet and exercise for health optimization. In this episode we discussed: - His protein energy calculat...

Circadian rhythm is an internally driven cycle that rises and falls during the 24-hour day. It helps you fall asleep at night and wakes you up in the morning. Different systems of the body follow circadian rhythms that are synchronized with a master clock in the brain.  This master clock is directly influenced by environmental cues, especially light, which is why circadian rhythms are tied to the...

This week I interviewed author, chef, anthropologist and founder of Eastern Shore Food Lab - Dr. Bill Schindler!  We discussed how cooking can revolutionize your health, importance of fermentation, all about almonds and raw dairy along with: - What Oils to Avoid - What He Learned from Tribes - His Cornerstones of a Healthy Diet and much, much more! Connect with Dr. Bill: https://eatlikeahuman.com/...

The more I research cold thermogenesis, the harder it is to ignore all the benefits it can have on you. Immersing in freezing water may be uncomfortable for a bit, but exposing yourself to cold temperatures can actually boost metabolism and ward off disease. Cold exposure is also important for regulating body fat levels and can help promote healthy weight management. When you’re exposed to colder...

This week I interviewed the best selling author of  Confident As Fu*k   and   The Paleo Thyroid Solution   Elle Russ!   Elle is a seasoned public speaker and has been interviewed on over 50 shows and featured in several publications such as Success Magazine, Huffington Post, Prevention, Mind Body Green, and many more. She helps ambitious high achievers and transformation seekers to manifest more h...

Alcohol inhibits lipolysis (fat burning) and glycolysis (glucose burning) because it is the first to burn. "First to burn," meaning you will process ingested alcohol calories first, delaying the burning of other fuels until the alcohol has been metabolized.  As far as appetite - We all know that alcohol gives you the munchies, triggering an area of the brain that controls hunger. And when...

I am happy to bring you part 2 of my favorite clips over the past year of the Get Lean Clean Podcast! Again, it was very hard to pick which highlights to bring you because we had so many great guests! Hopefully, these clips will encourage you to go back and listen to the entire interview because it would be well worth your time.   This episode highlights some of my great guests from Episode 50 and...

This week marks the 100th episode anniversary of GLEC and I wanted to compile highlight clips from some of my great guest interviews over the past year!  I started the Get Lean Eat Clean podcast in November of 2020 and I must say, what an incredible journey it's been! I'm honored to have had the pleasure to meet so many like minded professionals in the health and wellness industry. I hope...

Sometimes life happens and we are unable to train for one, two or even three weeks. Other times, we become injured or sick so we take extended breaks from training. If this has happened to you, it’s inevitable that you start to wonder if and when you will lose your progress.   In reality, that's a hard question to answer precisely, because many variables play a role in dictating how quickly we...

This week I interviewed CEO of Keto Savage - Robert Sikes!  We discussed the origins of his Keto Brick Company, how much dietary protein is optimal, the key to creating a great sleep environment, how to get fat-adapted, and his one tip to get your body back to what it once was! Connect with Robert: https://ketosavage.com/ https://www.instagram.com/ketosavage/ If you love the  Get Lean Eat Clean P...

There is a common ingredient in the Standard American Diet and it’s wreaking havoc on our health.   They’re found in heavily processed snack or frozen foods, deep-fried menu items, baked goods (chips, crackers, cookies, etc.), margarine-type spreads, and bottled vegetable oils (canola, corn, safflower, etc.). They’re also arguably the most dangerous items you can eat.  ----Refined high-polyunsatur...

This week I interviewed Mary Ruddick! She is a seasoned medical nutritionist, researcher, and philanthropist who specializes in metabolic, immune, and nervous system disorders.  She is the Director of Nutrition for Enable Your Healing, CaptainSoup.com, Cows4Kids.com, The REIGNS Method, and the Back to Joy Program, and she currently travels the globe studying traditional diets and seeing patients o...

Over the years, Big Food was able to convince us that snacking was not only acceptable, but it was also healthy! A whole new category of food was created and it needed to be cheap and easy to eat. So most snacks consist of crackers, pretzels, cookies or anything that is a refined carbohydrate. Sugar and flour was the perfect match for snacking because it never spoils and can be eaten on the run! T...

This week I interviewed my holistic physician Dr. Brad Campbell. Dr. Campbell believes that we all deserve a life of vitality. His goal is to build a compassionate, lifelong relationship with each patient. Rather than specializing in one area of the body and seeing all patients as having issues in that area, Dr. Campbell combines all of your history, symptoms, and body systems into one cohesive pi...

A sound sleep/bedtime routine is key to having a great night rest! We all know that optimizing sleep is the number 1 principle to living an optimal life. Here are some of my favorite habits that I have been implementing in the evening to optimize my sleep. - Switch off your electronic devices and stay away from phones, tablets or computers at least an hour before bed. If you have to be on a device...

This week I interviewed former Mr. Universe Competitor and Co Founder of BioOptimizers, Wade Lightheart.  He's been in the health industry for over 25 years and has coached thousands of clients on optimizing their health and fixing any digestive issues. In this episode, we discuss Wade's journey through bodybuilding as a vegetarian, how to fix digestion, the gut-brain connection, the impor...