Optimized Health

Optimize U is growing again. Meet Keisha Holcomb, NP, who will be practicing at Optimize U Cleveland. Keisha tells all about her background and passions for improving the health and wellness for both men and women in the Cleveland community.

Join Mandy Livingston and Laura Chastain as they have a discussion with Emily Griffith, owner of Brigade Athletic Club and Shannon Hamaker, somatic practitioner and midlife coach as we explore a new program they have launched based on the research of Dr Stacey Simms. This program focuses on women in midlife to help develop strength, maintain bone density, manage body composition and aids in recove...

Join Mandy Livingston and Josh Porter as we sit down with Matt Davis, IFBB Pro and owner of Chattanooga's premier fitness facility, The Train Station. We explore the Make America Healthy campaign and dive deep into the science of muscle hypertrophy, resistance training, and strategies like progressive overload and time under tension. Discover practical tips for achieving fitness goals and cultivat...

Join Mandy Livingston and Laura Chastain as they talk with Guest Erin Westner from The Pelvic Method about mastering pelvic floor health.

Join us as we explore the art, science and health benefits of milling organic wheat into flour for the perfect bread. Delve into the journey from field to flour, featuring guests Melissa White and Laura Porter exploring milling techniques and baking tips that highlight the benefits of using organic grains. Whether you’re a home baker or seasoned professional, you’ll discover how to elevate your br...

In this episode of Optimized Health, we dive into the world of perfomance training with Joe Cradle and Jeff Smith, the dynamic duo behind Project 1. These experts share their innovative approach to training both youth athletes and adults, focusing on the critical elements of dynamic warm-ups, agility training, and compound lifts. Cradle and Smith reveal their strategies for developing proper exerc...

Fitness is for everyone. Guest Jessica Griffis

In this episode we are discussing what labs are being taken and why around a hormone replacement perspective. With special guest Matt Hughes, Owner and PA at Optimize U Nashville.

Dive into the transformative world of wellness as we explore the dynamic duo of Cold Plunge and Sauna therapy in this enlightening episode! Join Josh and Mandy as we uncover the science behind cold plunging and heat therapy, revealing how these ancient practices can enhance your physical and mental well-being!

In this eye-opening episode, we sit down with Dr. Troy White, a renowned optometrist, to explore the revolutionary Neurolens technology. Dr. White delves into how Neurolens is transforming eye care by addressing eye misalignment and alleviating symptoms of digital eye strain. Listeners will gain insights into the science behind Neurolens, its unique contoured prism design, and how it differs from...

Listen as Josh and Mandy discuss the questions they get most about from both men and women around hormones and treatments.

Interview with Iron HQ gym owners, Austin and Sam Jenkins as they share their story of launching Iron HQ and building a tribe around their brand and vision.

Plagued with questions of identity, Jeremy Smith shares his journey of self discovery that leads him to find his biological father and become closer to the main influence of his life. Join in on this inspirational journey that continues to unfold.

Interview with Dr Nate Hartgrove, owner of Hartgrove Medical. Dr Hartgrove gives us a look into his spiritual journey and how he incorporates spiritual health into his practice.

The journey from Sick Care to Health Care.

Clara Luliano, dietitian and Owner of Nutriclarity, helps us be on the winning side by informing us on nutrition for menopausal women.

Listen to our interview with Brandon on holistic support for gut health and the power of detoxification.

We saw down with Brandon Jones, Owner of Oxygen Health Spa about how HBOT benefits patients patients with everything from muscle/structural issues to neurological problems.

Stacey Breitmann from Pathways Neurofeedback talks about how we can retrain not only our brains, but also our children's brains. Everything from ADD and ADHD to Depression, Anxiety and spectrum disorders.

CrossFit and beyond with Emily and Erik Griffith, Owners of CrossFit Brigade. Hosts: Josh Porter & Mandy Livingston

We discuss PCOS issues, estrogen dominance and cycle charting with Catherine Needham. Hosts: Josh Porter & Mandy Livingston Guest: Catherine Needham, PharmD of Cycle Balance (catherineneedham.com)

Listen as we discuss a variety of fitness topics with local gym owner and registered nurse, Joanna Poindexter.

A look back at the hot topics and up to date information on Hormone and Therapies

Understanding acupuncture and chinese medicine with Ariadni Spinali. Hosts: Josh Porter and Mandy Livingston

Benefits of one over the other. Hosts: Josh Porter & Mandy Livingston