The True Health Podcast

Nigel Hall is a Grammy winning artist, producer, vocalist and keyboardist who needs no introduction. Hailing from Washington DC, his multi-genre sound is built upon the golden-ages of R&B, funk and soul. He has played with countless incredible artists ranging from Snarky Puppy and Robert Randolph to Warren Haynes and John Scofield, and is also a member of the GRAMMY-nominated band Lettuce. But...

Today we celebrate 100 episodes of The True Health Podcast! For this episode, the tables are turning and Ethan is the guest, interviewed by David McGuire. David is a powerhouse yoga instructor and spiritual guide for many, and the conversation centers around concepts like self-acceptance, an emotional check-in, and resolutions in the new year.

"Most of us live with the belief that we come from the past... we're stopping through the present.. on our way to the future. But the future is imagined, and the past is only a memory. The only thing that actually, definitely exists, is this exact moment." This was a quote from Howard (Howie Cohn), and a glimpse into what I, along with nearly 100 people, worked through for the last w...

In this short episode, we're diving into two specific tools that can help you start (or re-start) your workout routine. This is not about having discipline or willpower, or magically finding time that didn't exist in your schedule a week ago. This is about how to *actually* do it -- whether you're getting into a fitness routine for the first time, or restarting after some time away. Fi...

The before and after photos can make any health journey seem intense, quick, and as though a switch was miraculously flipped. In reality, though, any health journey - with any goal - is far more nuanced and complicated. Today I am sharing three essentials from my personal journey, which included not just losing 130lbs but reprioritizing my life, my self-esteem, view of self, and everything in betw...

How old were you when you first began thinking about how your body should look during a specific season? Spring into summer is typically when the societal pressure starts to creep in to look a certain way - whether for an event, a trip, or the season as a whole. Today we're exploring why that is, sharing how that used to come up for me, and providing helpful alternatives. If you haven’t yet, pleas...

My guest today is my dear friend Adam Christie. Adam is a Men’s Group Facilitator and somatic practitioner whose journey has been one of profound healing, violence and loss. Following an Infantry combat tour in his 20's, he began a search for himself, spending long weekends meditating at a Zen Monastery in Upstate New York. While talk therapy was helpful, the deepest growth he discovered was i...

My guest today is Brittany Hatcher, a dedicated Breathwork Facilitator, Reiki Master, and Somatic Coach, whose work foundations are rooted in the principles of Spiritual Psychology. Brittany specializes in mentoring teens, helping them accept and value their individual gifts, as they navigate the often confusing and difficult transition to adulthood, as well as working with teens facing mental hea...

In today's episode, we unpack WHY New Years Resolutions typically just don't work, and HOW to set smarter health goals, any time of year. Plus, we walk through my personal 130lb weight loss journey, and the habit tool I used to not just hit my goals, but keep habits sticking many years later. Click to join the free 10-week Healthy Habits Group in Petaluma (starts Jan 14) Find & Work With Ethan...

In today's short episode, we go through a few key reflections and reminders for the holiday season. This episode is for anyone who can feel conflicted this time of year, torn between their wellness routines and the desire for indulgence, or anyone who has ever waited until January to start a health routine. Find Ethan Online: IG: ⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/ethanschiff⁠⁠ Email : ⁠⁠ ⁠ ethan@optim...

If you occasionally carve out an hour for self-care... what does that make the rest of your life? In this episode, we are doing a deep dive on rethinking Self Care, including: Self Care as Marketing Self Care as Simplicity Self Care as Self-Advocacy Self Care as Discomfort Find Ethan Online: IG: ⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/ethanschiff⁠⁠ Email : ⁠⁠ ⁠ ethan@optimizedhealthcoaching.com ⁠ Work With...

After several months off from podcasting, it feels so good to be back. Here is a quick snapshot of the last few months, what I've learned, and where I am today. Find Ethan Online: IG: ⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/ethanschiff⁠⁠ Email : ⁠⁠ ⁠ ethan@optimizedhealthcoaching.com ⁠

My guest today is Molly McGuire. As an Integrative Health Coach, through her practice Feel Food With Molly, she advocates for a simple and straightforward approach to holistic health, believing in the inherent potential for everyone to feel good in their bodies.  But Molly’s personal journey into the health and wellness space is a powerful one, that reminder her sometimes we need to keep it simple...

My guest today is Vinny Crispino. Vinny was an 8-time All-American D1 athlete with over 33 Colorado State swimming records - before he broke his back in a surfing accident.
 Bedridden from pain and feeling defeated, he discovered the power of Movement Therapy + Corrective Exercise, and has since committed his life to supporting others on their healing journey. Today he is the founder of The Pain A...

This episode is a must-listen for any parent wanting to raise a healthy child. Lauren Bryson is a Board Certified Holistic Nutritionist, kids cooking instructor, podcast host, corporate wellness facilitator & entrepreneur. She has taught nutrition education and hands-on cooking classes to students as young as 4 and as wise as 95.  Today we are talking through her experience working with kids,...

What would it look like to inspire yourself? Are you comparing your body to your friends? How about a stranger? How about an edited photo of someone that isn't even real on the internet? Is your self of self-worth attached to your workouts, or how "clean" you ate? These are some of the questions we explore today. I hope you get something from the conversation. Health Coaching Website...

My guest today is Emi Frey, a certified Pilates Instructor, personal trainer, and health coach from New York City. Her digital studio, Emi Moves, and overall training philosophy encourages us to move to be our best selves — on and off the mat.  Her inspiration comes from dealing with her own body image journey after losing nearly 40 pounds and experiencing disordered eating and over training. A fo...

My guest today is Alexis Conason (who you may know from her popular Instagram page that I personally love, @theantidietplan). She is a clinical psychologist and certified eating disorder specialist in private practice in New York City. Alexis is the owner of Conason Psychological Services, a weight-inclusive therapy practice specializing in the treatment of binge eating disorder, disordered eating...

This short episode gives an overview of what Integrative Health Coaching is (and what it's not). We walk through how we at Optimized Health approach health, and some key concepts to help you personalize a lasting approach to health for life. 30% off health coaching, if you reach out by June 15, 2024. Contact Us https://www.optimizedhealthcoaching.com/ ethan@optimizedhealthcoaching.com

Today we are focusing on a concept that seems to be at the root of essentially every conversation I’ve had with anyone working on their patterns, relationships and self… and that is a deep dive into Attachment Theory.  To help, I've called on my dear friend Emily Wolf McMane, an experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Forest Therapy Guide with 15+ years of professional experi...

Today, I am aiming to normalize the reality that, no matter who you are, your goals, or your starting point... this sh*t is hard. Leading with vulnerability, today I am sharing 7 times I cried throughout my health journey. Hopefully this gives a glimpse into the reality of the emotional and physical work it took me through my 130lb weight loss journey - but more importantly, to hopefully validate...

Today's guest you may recognize as Katie Burton - aka "Coach Katie" - one of our amazing health coaches at Optimized Health. But did you know Katie is also a certified emotional eating coach? Her new 6-week small group online program "Exploring Emotional Eating" begins in early May, and we're using today to get a taste of all things emotional eating. Episode topics incl...

This episode is for anyone currently in a routine who might benefit from auditing and upgrading what they’re doing, or for someone without an ongoing routine wanting to decide what is best for them. I walk through 3 pros and cons of each, as well as talking about navigating workout classes on a limited budget, and I think you’re going to get a lot out of this one. Find Ethan Online: Web: ⁠ https:/...

My guest today is Joe Huff, a leading expert on life experiences and their proven connection to personal and professional growth, mental and physical health, happiness and fulfillment, meaningful relationships and belonging.  Joe is co-author of the bestselling book Experiential Billionaire, has worked alongside A-list celebrities, and has been interviewed on platforms like The Today Show, Good Mo...

If tomorrow, everyone woke up with a profound and unwavering sense of self-worth, the entire wellness industry would fall apart. Today we explore the connection between wellness marketing, and the inadequate feeling that drives so much of peoples' behavior. Let's dive in. Ethan Online: Web: ⁠https://www.optimizedhealthcoaching.com/⁠ Consultation: ⁠https://calendly.com/optimizedhealth/consu...