Planet Health

Whatever your age, lifting weights is one of the best things you can do for your body. So, in this episode, Chris chats with Swedish strength coach Tobias Sjösten from Athlegan (based in Stockholm, Sweden). The guys talk about the benefits of resistance training and some tips on how you can get into a weightlifting routine of your own to build muscle, strength and confidence. They also discuss the...

Weight loss can be quite funny, as this episode proves! In this episode, Chris takes a look at three strange fad diets from around the world. We look at the Air Diet (France), the Sandwich Diet (Spain), and the popular Morning Banana Diet from Japan. We look at these bizarre diets and how they may or may not work for you (most probably the latter…), and talk some common sense about how to lose fat...

If the negative effects of snacking are getting you down, don’t worry! Whether you want to lose weight or reduce your sugar intake, this is the episode for you. Chris takes inspiration from China by asking how chopsticks can help us reduce unhealthy snacking and encourage healthy habits while still enjoying life. The episode features plenty of inspiration and instruction - there’s even a Chinese p...

Happy new year – and happy Veganuary! Israel is often called the ‘Vegan Capital of the World’ with more vegans per capita than any other nation. In this episode, Chris chats with Hanita Yudovsky from Tel Aviv, who is a part of Israel’s vegan produce labelling organization, Vegan Friendly. Discussion includes the rise of veganism in Israel and the best Israeli dishes to try when travelling to the g...

"When you feel like quitting, remember why you started" In this inspiring episode, Chris takes a step away from exploring the world to look at how to set and stick to new year’s resolutions, using three effective tips he gives to his own nutrition clients to set goals. Whether you want to lose weight, build muscle or start a new hobby, these tips will help you to keep your resolutions this year an...

In this Christmas special episode, we take an unusual turn and discuss the healthy cultures of Wales! Chris chats to Swansea-based journalist and Welsh author Mark Rees to try to determine some healthy foods and habits. The guys discuss laverbread, leeks, cawl, and walking in Yr Wyddfa (i.e., Snowdon). Mark also offers insight into the history and folklore of Wales, such as the Mari Lwyd, King Art...

Whether you need some morning recovery, or you are wondering how to avoid a hangover when you’re already drunk, then this is the podcast for you! In this episode, Chris takes us through the international recovery drinks that can help prevent and cure a hangover. These include the Russian hangover drink called kvassI and a very strange cure from Hungary. We also ask if hair of the dog works and a C...

“Ho ho holy crap... this hangover headache hurts!” If you are planning to overindulge this Christmas, then you may be wondering how to cure a hangover fast! In this episode, Chris explores the hangover cure foods that may be able to help ease your pain. We also dive into whether greasy hangover foods are worthwhile! We look at foods from Italy, Japan, Germany, South Korea and more, then unearth wh...

AAA-TCHOO! How do you get rid of a cold fast? What's the best way to prevent a cold? In this episode, we learn which home remedies our global cousins use to ease symptoms. We travel to the Dominican Republic, Iran, Japan, and other countries to see how they cure a cold and whether these traditions are of any use! It’s the perfect remedy this winter. Meanwhile, the sleep episode Chris mentions...

Walking is not exercise but a way of life! It is the best thing you can do to kickstart your health all year round. From burning calories to relieving joint pain, the benefits of walking cannot be overstated! But how do you walk in cold weather? Chris takes a virtual trip to Oslo in Norway to learn about a lovely walking tradition known as sondagstur and then share some winter walking tips to help...

In this episode, Chris heads to Japan to learn why kitchen design matters if you want to start eating better, losing weight, and improving your relationship with food. You will also get two actions to do today to get you started! (Don't worry - you don't have to paint your kitchen!).  Follow Chris on Twitter at: @ForzaCarra Subscribe to the email newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/107beff4b461/ch...

Want to sleep better at night naturally? In this episode, we head to three countries: Guatemala, Sweden, and South Korea, to discuss some strange sleeping habits and unearth a few sleeping tips that will help you get to sleep faster and stay asleep! Zzzzzz. Follow Chris on Twitter at: @ForzaCarra Subscribe to the email newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/107beff4b461/chris-carra

“Avoid white shorts!” … Want to walk into the gym and not care what people think? Beginners to fitness may not know what to do in the gym for the first time. Don't worry - in this episode, Chris takes inspiration from the ever-confident Americans and gives us 7 actionable tips on how to develop your own gym confidence. Whether you want to lose weight, feel healthier or build muscle at the gym, thi...

In this episode, Planet Health travels to Stockholm, Sweden! Chris chats with Tobias Sjösten, a respected health and strength coach from vegan fitness community Athlegan, to discuss two Swedish traditions that can lead to better health, wellbeing, and weight loss. This includes the habit of lördagsgodis (i.e., Saturday candy) and Sweden’s love of saunas! What are the benefits of saunas? Tune...

Ever wonder how the French stay so slim? It's a combination of many different eating habits, although one jumps out in particular - the habit of eating slowly. In this podcast, Chris visits Paris in France to learn why the French eat slowly, the benefits of slow eating, and how to make it a habit in your own life. You don't need an eat slower app - you need this episode! Don't forget to follow thi...

In this short first episode, Chris runs us through who he is, why he is searching the globe for health tips, and what he aims to achieve with Planet Health. Like what you hear? Be sure to subscribe to this health and fitness podcast!   Follow Chris on Twitter at: @ForzaCarra Subscribe to the email newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/107beff4b461/chris-carra