The Dad-Splanation Podcast

If you’re like most people, you know that eating healthy is important for your physical well-being. However, there’s another reason why you should eat healthy: it can have a positive impact on your emotional well-being. In fact, research shows that people who eat a balanced diet tend to be more productive and have better relationships. Stress causes your body to release hormones that can make you...

We've gone through a lot of changes and growth at "The Dad-Splanation Podcast". There have been many accomplishments, challenges, wins, and shocking news this year. And this Special Episode is a Reflection of all the good, the bad, and the ugly that's happened throughout the year... ... also, I share some goals we've set for ourselves for the upcoming 2023 year! So go ahead RIGHT NOW and SMASH tha...

*** Like, Subscribe, and Comment with your favorite tip from the Episode and you'll be entered into my weekly "Health-N-Wellness" product giveaway *** Common sense tells us most of the secrets to good health are not secrets at all. They're generally made up of simple daily habits. These little daily habits may not be the most fun part of your day, but they’re important for good health. In this epi...

*** Like, Subscribe, and Comment with your favorite tip from the Episode and you'll be entered into my weekly "Health-N-Wellness" product giveaway *** A lot of people think that the deadlift is simply a single exercise. And what they don’t realize is that it is one of the most complex movements we do in our workout. In fact, the deadlift is the only compound movement where you can have one leg and...

*** Like, Subscribe, and Comment with your favorite tip from the Episode and you'll be entered into my weekly "Health-N-Wellness" product giveaway *** The deadlift is one of the most effective weight lifting exercises for building strong, powerful muscles throughout your entire body. It is one of the best exercises to develop your strength, build endurance, and improve balance and posture. This is...

*** Like, Subscribe, and Comment with your favorite tip from the Episode and you'll be entered into my weekly "Health-N-Wellness" product giveaway *** High blood pressure is one of the most common conditions affecting men and women of all ages. In fact, it's the leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke worldwide. And it's a common condition that affects millions of people throughout the gl...

*** Like, Subscribe, and Comment with your favorite tip from the Episode and you'll be entered into my weekly "Health-N-Wellness" product giveaway *** There are many weight loss claims being made in the fitness industry and one of those claims is the whole concept of "exercising in the heat".  The train of thought behind this "concept" is that heat increases your metabolic rate and burns more calo...

*** Like, Subscribe, and Comment with your favorite tip from the Episode and you'll be entered into my weekly "Health-N-Wellness" product giveaway *** Putting on muscle gains is a major factor that influences your body (both aesthetically and from a health perspective). The more muscle you have, the more strength and confidence you have. As the saying goes “Bigger muscles mean more power”. If you...

*** Like, Subscribe, and Comment with your favorite tip from the Episode and you'll be entered into my weekly "Health-N-Wellness" product giveaway *** One of the most important things when you’re about to go to sleep is comfort. It’s the reason why you do a little tossing and turning in your bed as you settle into a position that you feel is comfortable. If you don’t find that magical spot, then y...

*** Like, Subscribe, and Comment with your favorite tip from the Episode and you'll be entered into my weekly "Health-N-Wellness" product giveaway (The more you Like and Comment, the more entries you get!) *** MCTs have become pretty popular with people who want to lose weight. Mostly in the athletic world. But what exactly are they? Like what do they do… what are they for… what is the importance...

*** Like, Subscribe, and Comment with your favorite tip from the Episode and you'll be entered into my weekly "Health-N-Wellness" product giveaway (The more you Like and Comment, the more entries you get!) *** There’s been a lot of talk about CBD in the past year or so and so it shouldn’t be surprising that one of the things they’ve mentioned are the positive affects to your sex life. There are st...

*** Like, Subscribe, and Comment with your favorite tip from the Episode and you'll be entered into my weekly "Health-N-Wellness" product giveaway (The more you Like and Comment, the more entries you get!) *** Do you need to improve your concentration? Think about it for a second... because the answer to this question is kinda simple. And so if you answered “Yes” then just know that there's a yoga...

*** Like, Subscribe, and Comment with your favorite tip from the Episode and you'll be entered into my weekly "Health-N-Wellness" product giveaway (The more you Like and Comment, the more entries you get!) *** Have you ever felt like smashing something or gotten so angry you wanted to punch a wall? I’ve been there before and as far as I can remember, I only lost my cool once, where I actually swun...

Do you have a set of resistance bands laying around the house collecting dust? Because as far as investing in at-home fitness equipment goes, you really can’t go wrong with a good set of resistance bands. They take up zero floor space… They can be used instead of weights to work nearly every muscle in your body. But once you’ve got a set of bands, we still have to answer the question “How the heck...

So coffee is one of the world’s most loved drinks. In fact, people across the world drink close to 19 billion pounds worth of coffee beans every year. And if you’re a seasoned coffee drinker, then you already know how coffee gives you a buzz. This “coffee buzz” is pretty instant. As soon as you take your first sip or two, it hits you! Even just the smell of coffee is enough to perk you up and get...

There are a few things we can all say for sure about sugar. Number one, it tastes great. And number two… It’s really, really confusing. And while we can all agree that sugar isn’t exactly a health food… … there’s a lot of misinformation about how sweet stuff should factor into your diet. So for example, are some types of sugar healthier than others? Will cutting sugar out of your diet really put y...

We all know about Goldilocks and the 3 bears… … where Goldilocks goes for a walk into the forest and then comes across a house, opens the door, and lets herself in. That’s a whole trespassing thing that we won’t be getting into right here (right now) but… … there’s a part in the story where she finds three bowls of oatmeal on a table and tries the first and it’s too hot… tries the second and it’s...

This might come as a shock to some of you… or possibly not! I know many of you are as smart as a whip… But in case you didn’t know, not all calories are created equal. So for example… There used to be this misconception that avocados, fruit, and some healthy oils made you fat. These days we know this is not the case. Countless studies have shown how healthy fats and fiber-filled fruits are actuall...

A good relationship with food has to do with having unconditional permission to eat the foods that make you feel good physically and mentally. No foods are off-limits, and you feel no guilt upon eating foods that are typically labeled “good” or “bad.” But this isn’t something you’ll get to overnight. It’s something that you’ll likely have to work on your entire life. It’s not different than workin...

Staying fit and eating healthy without the encouragement of friends and family is hard but not impossible. And if you follow the 4 tips I’m about to share with you… … you’ll be able to easily stay on track and focused even if you’re the only one on board. Because (I mean) it would be great to live in a world where fitness is celebrated every minute of every day. But unfortunately, many of us have...

Do you know what the difference is between weight loss and fat loss? Because a lot of times, these terms are used interchangeably. And that’s simply incorrect. And so we’re gonna talk a little about the different ways you can use to tell if you’re losing fat versus losing weight. We’ll chat a little about focusing on fat loss rather than weight loss. And then we’ll round out the discussion with ho...

If you’re like me, then 99% of your “Discover” feed on Instagram is all about tension-relieving tips for your upper back and shoulder pain. But without having someone to guide you through it all, it can be difficult to motivate yourself to stretch all on your own. Fortunately for you, this podcast should be the motivation you need to get up and stretch it all out a little. That’s my biggest goal w...

Are you feeling sore in your neck rather than your abs after a core workout? Don’t worry… You’re not alone. Because doing mat-based exercises like crunches can definitely help strengthen your core… BUT they may also cause you to strain your neck in the process. Especially if you haven’t built up your core muscles yet. You can easily overwork your neck muscles if you grip them while working out. Be...

Metamucil is a supplement that’s often used to treat constipation and support regularity. It’s also sometimes used for weight management because of its ability to lower your appetite and give you that feeling of fullness. But, Metamucil has also been associated with several adverse effects, leading many to wonder whether it’s safe and effective for weight loss. So the question always comes up… Can...

When it comes to dieting and watching your weight and whatnot… Let’s face it, Fats get a bad rap. Grant it… Some of this is justified, but then some of it isn’t. So for instance, the fat-like substance that we all know as cholesterol… … it’s been linked to many nasty conditions from diabetes to cardiovascular disease to obesity and even cancer. But not all fats are created equal. Some fats are bet...