The Luke Smith Nutrition Podcast

Loved this convo with my friends + colleagues - Gabi + Natalie - from Pulse Business Consulting. This episode is atypical from my normal nutrition and fitness content as we dive into the world of business, consulting and optimizing performance in the workplace. There are a lot of similarities between business and health that we discuss as well. Topics discussed on this episode: -What does having a...

This is a continuation of our Q&A from episode #90. Having a little more fun and talking about some less important (but still really important) topics we got questions on this past week. Things like: -What our favorite stuff is at Trader Joe's -How to go about implementing meditation + deep breathing into your daily routine -Favorite quotes -Hidden talents we have (not that many lol) -Why we'r...

Another amazing episode with my guy - Erik Underwood. Probably the best episode we've done together so far - answering your questions from Instagram this week: -What's an unpopular fitness opinion we have? -How to battle the urge to go off the rocker when you mess up a day of tracking + avoiding F it mode. -Nutrition guidance for clients that don't want to track calories (mainly for weight loss go...

This is weirdly a hard topic for me to talk about but it's long overdue. Just wanted to spend some time talking about what 1:1 coaching with me looks like. If you're looking to learn more about my services and what I offer.. this one's for you! Topics Discussed: -Types of people I do + don't work with. -What we'll work on - Nutrition, Training, Lifestyle, & Mindset. -What my process looks like...

This was a fun + thought provoking chat with a fellow coach/colleague - Allison Tenney. Allison does an amazing job busting false narratives and beliefs in the fitness space and focuses on strength training, mindset and identity work with her clients. Topics discussed on this episode: -Allison's experience as an athlete and transition to coach. -Dealing with + embracing the many identity changes t...

Loved this convo with my friend + fellow fitness/nutrition colleague - Clarice Barnett. Topics discussed on this episode: -Bodybuilding + competition prep. Her experience and what we can learn from that process. -Understanding the 'costs' associated with reaching a physique goal. -Advice for people considering a bikini competition + how to find the right coach. -Why health goes beyond a 'look' or...

Talking about my own goals/progress on this episode.. which really isn't my favorite thing to do but I think it can be helpful. A lot of topics discussed on this one. Give it a listen and hopefully you take away a few things. Just remember: -What works for me.. might not work for you. -You and I may have different goals. -You and I have different lifestyles and priorities. -You and I have differen...

Jumping into another Q&A episode on this one. Topics discussed: -My thoughts on drinking Gatorade daily for hydration -Are oats and okay breakfast idea? -Recovering from HA + diet/exercise/lifestyle considerations -What are some natural ways to lower blood pressure? -What iso ab exercise would I recommend for more definition? and as always.. a lot of side tangents in-between. Thank you again t...

Had a blast chatting with my colleague + fellow dietitian - Andy De Santis - on this episode. Andy is a wealth of knowledge in the nutrition space. Topics discussed on this episode: -What are our bodies primary 'detox' organs? What does detox even mean? -How 'detox' can be a buzzword + marketing tactic in the wellness space. -Taking care of our liver: what it does, nutrition/lifestyle intervention...

Taking a break from my normal nutrition and fitness content and talking about this really important topic that's impacting so many lives. It was a pleasure having John Firestone (Executive Director of Life Change Center here in Northern Nevada) as a guest today. John has a wealth of knowledge on this topic and works with people directly affected by the opioid crisis. My goal for this episode is to...

Such a simple concept yet so much to unpack... so let's talk about it. Topics discussed on this episode: -Intermittent fasting - what it is + different protocols -Benefits of fasting we've seen in research -Discussing the 'why' and underlying reasons for these health benefits -Potential risks and populations that I wouldn't recommend it to -Other claims around autophagy, weight loss, improved heal...

Loved this chat with my friend and colleague - Marci Nevin. Marci is a fellow coach and has been in the health + fitness space for almost 20 years. Topics discussed on this episode: -Marci's background + recent injury -Working through injuries - things we can learn, mindset shifts + working around them -Why spending time at maintenance is so damn important -Pros of eating more and not constantly b...

Had my friend - Dr. Jeremy Scott Dinkin - on for this episode talking about the world of Chiropractors and rehab based therapies. Topics discussed: -Wtf is a chiro? What's their job entail? What do they learn in school? Do they do more than just crack peoples back on TikTok?? -Differences between a physical therapist and chiropractor -Red flags to look out for when deciding to see a chiro.. or nut...

Making research cool again with my guy - Dan Feldman. Dan is a fellow dietitian and coach in the health space and does an amazing job communicating research to his audience. Topics discussed on this episode: -Why is science/research important? -What does being an evidenced-based practitioner mean? -The role of research in the nutrition space as it relates to recommendations + practical application...

Little impromptu recording on the whole 'sustainability' conversation we constantly hear about in the health + fitness space. Remember.. 'sustainability' is subjective and should be individualized to you + your situation/goals/preferences. Thanks for listening to me ramble on this one. Follow me on IG for more nutrition + fitness related content: @lukesmithrd Check out my website HERE

Another Q&A episode in the books. Topics discussed on this episode: -Egg carton labels, terminology, making the best decision for you -Thoughts on people saying salad dressing is 'bad' -Ways to mentally warm-up + prep -LMNT packets as a mid-afternoon pick me up -Potential benefits of Bloom/AG1 powders -What makes a 'good' breakfast? +so much more in-between. Ty to everyone who asked a q this p...

Topics discussed: Mini cuts - what they are, why people do them + my thoughts More traditional fat loss phases - general guidelines, when to stop Slower/smaller deficits - why I'm experimenting with it + why + many... many side tangents in-between lol. Where to find me: IG: @lukesmithrd Check out my website HERE TIA for listening!

Loved this conversation with my guy - Jared Hamilton. Dove deeper into the psychology of dieting and the importance of prioritizing your mental health when working toward your goals. Topics discussed on this episode: -'Dieting from the inside out' -Why external change without internal change doesn't last -Identity change that needs to happen alongside a physical transformation -Challenging the old...

Had a blast catching up + chatting with my friend and fellow dietitian - Alex Larson. Alex is a performance dietitian that helps endurance athletes fuel for performance and body composition. Topics discussed on this episode: -Difference between 'dieting' and 'fueling' for performance/sport -Body recomposition and performance -Importance of nutrition and training periodization -Signs/symptoms of un...

Always a good time chatting/catching up with my friend and fellow fitness coach - Alex Engelman. Alex is based out of Austin, TX and does both in-person + online personal training alongside nutrition coaching. Topics discussed on this episode: -Differences between working with an online vs in-person trainer. -What to look for in a trainer, red flags and considerations when hiring a coach. -Common...

Just some thoughts on the question "How do I get my (friend/spouse/dad/etc.) to start being healthier?" It's a great Q and it deserves its own podcast. Follow me on IG for more nutrition + fitness related content @lukesmithrd Check out my website HERE TIA for listening!

Always a great time with my friend and personal fitness coach - Jordan Lips. Jordan's one of the best in the business when it comes to hypertrophy training. This is probably one of my favorite episodes to date. Topics discussed: -How do we build muscle? Inputs + stimulus required for muscle growth. -Hypertrophy training - what it is, why it's the best for muscle gains and what to look for in a pro...

Building off of my last episode (what we can learn from tracking food), let's talk about how you can start to transition away from food tracking when you're ready. Remember, tracking food is a tool... it's a means to get to your destination. For most people, tracking food should only be done for a period of time to help you get the results you're looking for + educate you throughout the process. O...

I tend to be an advocate for food tracking. When done in the right headspace.. it can be informative and help you build awareness around your nutrition + help you make meaningful changes. On this episode we dive into some of the things you can learn when tracking food for a period of time. What you'll likely notice. What to look for and how to use it as a tool when working towards your health and...

This was my first live podcast recording with my friend and colleague - Erik Underwood. Always a blast getting him on the podcast. Topics discussed on this episode: -Ego: what it is, why it's important to acknowledge it and what to do about it. -Is having an ego all bad? -The dangers of feeding your ego without awareness. -How to work on your ego and use it in a positive light. -Then finishing up...