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We’re joined today by Dr. Al-barwani, MD DABFM DABOM and expert in NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming), to explore how NLP techniques can help shift your mindset and break unhealthy eating habits. Whether you struggle with overeating or just want to improve your relationship with food, Dr. Al-barwani shares practical strategies that can rewire your brain for long-term change. Some of the tools we t...

Contrary to popular belief, dieting doesn't have to be complicated to work. This is what we call the "Diet Myth" and we are here to debunk this myth once and for all. Here's a couple of the key topics we cover in today's episode... The "Diet" Myth Creating a Sustainable Plan The joy of Eating staying mindful of food and process of eating having positive relationship with food that supports your go...

In this episode of OTG Pod, we dive deep into the benefits of full-body workouts and why they may be more effective than traditional body-part splits. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced gym-goer, we discuss why full body routines often lead to better results, improved overall fitness, and greater flexibility in your schedule. We also discuss time efficiency enhanced fat burning (calor...

People always talk about to motivation is key to reaching your fitness and health goals, but what do you do when that motivation runs dry? When it's storming outside but you have a chest day on the menu? When you've eaten some combo of chicken and rice for the last 2 months and you're craving a large pepperoni pizza? Becoming disciplined, efficient, and getting results are things that...

When is the last time you actually trained your mobility? Not just the "reach down to your toes and count to ten" method. REALLY trained and challenged your flexibility? Never? Well you landed on the perfect Podcast! We have the chance to have Katie and Amanda from Stretch Lab to tell us all we need to know about the importance of stretching daily! Today we discuss.. Why stretching is im...

In this episode of The OTG Podcast, we dive deep into the vital connection between fitness and Parkinson’s. Our special guest, Maggie Abbott from the Houston Area Parkinson’s Society (HAPS), shares her expertise on how exercise can significantly improve the quality of life for those living with Parkinson’s disease. Discover practical tips, success stories, and the latest research on how fitness ro...

In this episode of The OTG Podcast, we dive deep into the truth behind fad diets with our special guest Kayla Straube, the owner of Powerfit Meals. Together, we explore the dangers of diet trends like HCG, and why quick fixes rarely lead to long-term success. We also focus on how Powerfit Meals is revolutionizing meal prep by providing balanced, nutritious options that are ACTUALLY tasty! Other th...

In this episode, we explore the vital connection between VO2 max and longevity with Mike Patterson of Livelean Rx Houston, He breaks down how understanding and improving your VO2 max can significantly enhance your life expectancy. We discuss who can benefit from VO2 max testing—from elite athletes to fitness beginners and everyone in between. Learn what the VO2 max test entails, whether on a tread...

Embark on a journey into the world of biohacking with Dr. Hannah Parcell, owner of Swell Health and Wellness in Galveston, Texas. In this episode, Dr. Parcell shares her passion for holistic wellness and how biohacking can transform your health and well-being. Discover what biohacking is, why it's more than just a fad, and who can benefit from its practices. Dr. Parcell shares her personal jou...

If we aren't our thoughts, what are we? Mental health and physical health go hand and hand! We are lucky enough to have an expert on the topic also client at the gym to tell us all about it! Tara Greer is a licenced clinical social worker, clinical director, AND a psychotherapist! She's has had many experiences with her clients as well as tackling her own mental struggles. We are here toda...

Discover the difference between performance chiropractic and standard chiropractic care with Coastal Performance Chiropractic. In this episode, we delve into the common causes of low back pain, prevention strategies for both daily life and athletic activities, and what to do if you're experiencing low back pain. Learn how to protect your spine, optimize your performance, and maintain a healthy...

Delve into the world of Strongman with Travis and Eve, two passionate competitors who share their journey, training insights, and a behind-the-scenes look at this unique sport. Discover how they got started, the different events, training strategies, and the diet required to excel in Strongman. We will also discuss the difference between Strongman, bodybuilding, and powerlifting. Some of the thing...

Alcohol is killing your gains! Today we are going to take a quick dive into the interesting world of health and fitness on instagram! We cover the informative, whacky and downright weird on this one. Fil and Shawn go over.. -How drinking can slow your gym goals -Aggression in the gym -How long reaching your fitness goals takes -"What are they training for?" Speed round If you enjoyed thi...

Take a deep breath and open your minds eye to this week's episode of the OTG Podcast with two very special guest from the Universal Door Meditation Center, Su Co Pho Nguyen & Su Co Pho Chon! We dive deep into the "clear water" demonstration that they use during retreats to represent us and how cloudy our emotional state can become during our day to day. Chon and Nguyen also expla...

Tired of feeling guilty about skipping workouts? Hate the gym altogether? This episode is for you! We're tackling the common excuses and mental barriers that keep people from exercising. Learn how to create a workout plan you'll actually stick to, even if you only have a few days a week. Discover simple ways to get active outside the gym and make fitness a part of your lifestyle, not a cho...

Want to lose weight FAST! How about some OTG fit tummy tuck tea?! Maybe some fat melting stomach toning pills! Alright jokes aside, AVOID THE FIT TEAS AND FAT BURNER PILLS! On today's episode Fil wants to talk about the a major pillar in the weight loss and that's going to be maintaining a calorie deficit! It might not be the most sexy and easy way to lose weight, but one thing we'll t...

Just live well. It can be as simple as that. Fitness, health, and longevity in life can be as simple as just doing it and taking action. We had the pleasure of sitting down with Dr. Chapa of Live Well Nutrition and breaking down food and what we intake into our bodies in general. Sometimes we tend of over complicate health and wellness but our goal is do dispel that thought and help you understand...

"Discipline is the bridge between goals and accomplishment" On today's episode of the Otg Podcast we are joined by the owner and operator of the prestigious House Of Dragons and pro fighter WIll Esparza! With being a fighter, sensei, father and business owner there is one thing that is similar between all of those things, they all take a tremendous amount of discipline to excel in! W...

Time is of the essence and our question for ya'll this week is, are you taking full advantage of yours? On today's episode we want to help open your schedule and become more creative with your time. With fitness being such a core piece to our lives especially as we age, what do you think YOU could do to get more quality out of your 24hours? In today's episode we focus on the following...

Just like there is no "one size fits all" training program to get real results and growth, you're not gonna want to used a "one size fits all" type of trainer. Being very intentional with your choice of personal trainer is essential when taking that step in your fitness journey. In todays episode we'll help you think through the important decision making process of hiri...

Do you find yourself struggling to get into the gym? Maybe you have a accountability problem? Probably you want to try something new to spice up your fitness routine. On today's episode of the pod, Fil is going to break down all of these options so that you can make the most informed decision when trying to figure out how you want to approach your physical health! What is personal training and...

We are fortunate enough to have Elita Caldwell of The Funky Monkey located right here in Friendswood Texas to give us all the juicy details on this taboo topic! Getting to talk about different strands, legalization, perception and cultural shift, dosage, and how it can affect your overall health when used in a controlled environment made this into a very eye opening episode. Pot, cheeba, devil&#39...

With Pickleball being the fastest growing sport in America right now it's bound to come with some injuries! Well fret not! We have the Dr. Burney and Dr. Garcia-Ramirez the dynamic duo physical therapy from Elevated Pt back again discuss injury prevention in this ever growing sport! Pickleball is easy to pick up but very hard to master so you can imagine the amount people who go out for a matc...

From 3d printed meats to drunken half marathons, The OTG Pod duo are taking a different approach on today's episode! Today we take a trip over to the land of Tiktok to discuss some interesting videos that are centered about health and fitness! We start off with a video about 3d printed meat which is a pretty interesting look into the future of food mass production. Then we god back in time to...

Who says that fitness is only for the young folks? Today we are joined by Jake Trione of Trifitness Gym where they focus on getting the elderly fit and keeping them healthy! If you thought that fitness was important when you're younger, it should definitely be front of mind in your 50's and 60's. Jake explains to us how things like misleading marketing, ignorance surrounding training t...