Livin' The Dream

Today, we're diving into the world of a magical elixir that kickstarts most of our days - I’m talkin’ bout that coffee! ☕ But first, let's talk about the legends behind that morning cup of delicious brew. Picture this: Goats, monks, and a stimulating discovery in the Ethiopian highlands around almost 1200 years ago. Yes, we owe our beloved coffee to a goatherd's curious observation...

Welcome back to "Livin' the Dream Podcast," where we climb up this hump day hill to explore total wellness in order to reach for your goals and in order to live your dream life.  Today, we are going to talk about how to fall back asleep when you wake up in the middle of the night.  Why do I wake up at 2-3am? This is one of the top questions that I'm asked when it comes to sleep...

Today, we are going to talk about those of us who are looking to cut body fat. Now, in order to even be in this place, you’ll need to earn your right to get here. Most people who have a lot of weight to lose… they most likely have…. over the span of years and decades… moved less, ate more, lost precious muscle tissue, became very sedentary, lowered their metabolic output or burn (meaning their bas...

Today, we are going to talk about people who don't have time to exercise… or broader, discussing those who say they don’t have time to do the things that will make them better, fitter, healthier, stronger, grow.  Most people fit exercise in when they have “free time.” But then when they get busy, they stop.  The best time to start is actually when you’re busy.  Heres why: Learning how to make...

In today’s episode I thought it would be really cool to do a little recap of the trip that Jamie and I just went on to Fiji and Australia.  This was a really fun trip, so if anyone listening to this ever decides to go to Fiji or Australia, listening to this could give you some good ideas. Also, as a trainer I hear about the challenge that a lot of our coaching clients and gym members have when tra...

Today we are going to discuss two people’s view on gratitude that I really appreciated this week. Author Michael Easter who wrote the comfort crisis and Scarcity brain. And Jim Kwik, memory and learning expert. I found the way they think about gratitude very interesting and helpful. Gratitude is essential for wellbeing, but the science and advice around it is murky. We’ll explore what really makes...

Today, we discover the vitamins, minerals, and supplements that research shows may help improve metabolic health. Plus: the ones you can probably skip. Optimal metabolic health requires more than watching your carbohydrate intake or getting enough protein and fat to support stable blood sugar. Yes, minding these macronutrients is essential, but many other nutrients and nutrient-like substances fou...

What up Dream team, coach D here comin’ at you from beautiful sunny San Diego.  Welcome back to "Livin' the Dream Podcast," where we climb up this hump day hill to explore total wellness in order to reach for your goals and in order to live your dream life.  A couple of weeks ago, we talked about the risks of drinking alcohol and why significantly cutting down your intake could be a...

What up Dream team, coach D here comin’ at you from beautiful sunny San Diego.  Welcome back to "Livin' the Dream Podcast," where today we cover the topic of training to help you reach your health, fitness and wellness goals in order to live your dream life.  Today, we are diving into an article that the team over at Levels glucose monitoring company shared in a recent newsletter al...

What up Dream team, coach D here comin’ at you from beautiful sunny San Diego.  Welcome back to "Livin' the Dream Podcast," where we kickstart your week with the right mindset to conquer your goals and live your dream life. Today, we're diving into the game-changing power of morning routines. How you start your day sets the tone for everything that follows. Think about it, folk...

In today’s episode we're delving into the captivating intersection of two crucial elements in our quest for a longer, healthier life: muscle power and the ominous presence of visceral fat. Your muscles… they are not just a symbol of strength and aesthetics. They are key players in our longevity game. And I’m not talking about big body builder, arnold schwarzenegger muscles.  And on the flip s...

This brain snack  is all about movement for longevity. Have you ever wondered if there's a secret sauce to living longer and healthier? Well some experts believe that they have cracked the code, and it's a little something we like to call... RACKET SPORTS! That's right, we're serving up the perfect prescription for a longer, more vibrant life, and we're doing it with a das...

This brain snack  is all about how to Boost your Vitamin D.  Vitamin D is naturally produced by the body when sunlight hits the skin. It is essential for overall bodily function as well as metabolic health, so finding ways to bolster supply as the days get shorter is key for optimal health.  Virtamin D is also essential for bone health, as it ​​ promotes calcium absorption in the intestines, which...

This brain snack  is all about the invigorating world of breathwork with a special overview of Professor Andrew Huberman's enlightening podcast on "Breathwork Tips for Optimal Health, Focus, & Stress." But first, before we get started, a reminder that we do have a weekly newsletter where we share all things health, fitness, nutrition, wellness for all of us lifelong learners. Yo...

This brain snack  is all about how your shoes may be causing you chronic pain. Do you deal with chronic aches and pains in your knees, back, neck, or hips? What if I told you that those nagging pains aren't a normal part of aging but rather could have something to do with the shoes you’re wearing? Today we’re touching on the history of modern footwear, how their evolution has contributed to a...

This brain snack was inspired by one of my friends here in San Diego who has been a part of our fitness community and our Accountability Club all the way back since we started it in January 1st. She is a health coach as well and runs her own health coaching business called Tasty Transformations. Shout out to my great friend Samara Tricarico, I’ll include her contact info in the description of this...

This brain snack  is all about a topic that's oh-so-delicious and often oh-so-tempting – smoothies! But we're not just talking about any smoothies; we're spilling the secrets on how to order a healthier smoothie that will have your taste buds dancing and your body thanking you!" "Picture this: You're standing in line at your favorite smoothie joint, faced with an over...

In this episode we talk about our wins and struggles over the past week, and we answer questions from you, the listeners.  Questions: Question #1: How can I improve my posture and reduce neck and back pain? Posture clinic outline and notes and posture at home or at work workouts (DM me for a copy), body is not symmetrical but we should work to make our positions more balanced, Katy bowman movement...

This brain snack is all about helping us avoid some common diet and training mistakes when it comes to chasing our goals. Picture this: You're at the gym, ready to crush your fitness goals and transform yourself into a lean, mean machine. You've got your playlist queued up, your protein shake is on standby, but are you making the most of your efforts?  Well, hold on to your dumbbells bec...

In this episode we talk about our wins and struggles over the past week, and we answer questions from you, the listeners.  Questions: Question #1: I’m a female in my mid 30s and I’m averaging 1500 calories, about 60g of protein, and I’m doing something active 6 days out of the week, 4 out of 6 are cardio focused. My body isn’t responding like it used to and I’m not seeing the results that I want....

This brain snack is all about your age. When was the last time you were excited to jump out of bed in the morning? Or had the energy to do all the activities you’d like to do? How about the last time you had no joint pain, didn’t rely on prescriptions, or had clear thoughts and cognition all day long? To be honest, most of us are barely getting by.  But what if I told you things don’t have to be t...

This brain snack  is all about something that's going to make you want to lace up those sneakers and head for the great outdoors. We will be talking about the incredible, the invigorating, the life-transforming benefits of exercising outside!" "Picture this: a radiant sun lighting up the sky, the gentle breeze whispering through the trees, and the sound of your own heartbeat syncing...

This brain snack  is all about a topic that's on so many people’s mind: Fat Loss and Health! Picture this: You're on a mission to transform your body, shed those extra pounds, and supercharge your health. But in a world filled with tempting treats and tantalizing tastes, how do you separate fact from fiction?  Well, fear not, because in this episode, we're serving up a delicious dis...

In this episode we talk about our wins and struggles over the past week, and we answer questions from you, the listeners.  Question #1: I’m in the market for a new pair of shoes. What kind of shoe should I buy? Reference foot/shoe podcast, how feet should perform/look, running shoe vs lifestyle shoe vs training shoe, vivo, mark sisson, xero/vibram, how to transition to barefoot, common mistakes fo...

This bitesized brain snack  is all about manifestation, visualization, and (as crazy as it may sound) possibly even discovering the ability to time travel in order to take care of our future selves.  Visualization is a powerful tool that can help you manifest your ideal future, but do you know what’s even more powerful? Taking actionable steps toward making it happen! Dhru Purohit, host of the Dhr...