The Optimal Health Podcast

James O'Keefe is the guy behind @UnguardedWarrior @jamesokeefenrg who has one of the most powerful stories of someone turning their life around to have an epic impact on others. Coming from a background which would have got him killed if he continued to truly becoming a leading expert in men's mental health from breathing, cold water work and more, this is NOT to be missed. If you're going to list...

Tom Williams is the guy who won the Channel 4 show Alone - surviving on his on in the Canadian Wilderness for over a month Tom Williams is the guy behind Desert Island Survival and last year we looked at how he would need to put on weight in the healthiest possible way for a TV show he was applying for - turns out he done more than just held his own whilst on the show. We talk about the challenges...

We speak to a really special guest - Stuart Webber, former Sporting Director at Norwich City Football Club and a guy who is preparing to climb the world's tallest mountain - Everest. If you've read my book, you will know how much I have thought about Everest and how the same theory people use to climb Everest allows us to improve our health too. Stuart talks deep on his preparation for the climb a...

I am privileged to bring you one of my closest friends, mentor and training partner Luke Brendling (@lukebrendling www.lukebrendling.com). An Itinerant Minister who travels the world spreading the word of God. We go into how he went from professional football to faith, to questioning God's love through the darkest time of his life and how he regained that trust and found a true strength in asking...

We have a special AMA here from an interview with Ollie all around Women's Health. The audio isn't the greatest but the content makes up for that. As always, any questions, hit up www.ojayhealth.com and @olliematthewshealthcoach on socials www.humantonik.com for your Greens, Reds and Probiotic needs, enter OM15 for your discount now. Enjoy

We chat with long time Functional Medicine Practitioner and Strength & Conditioning expert, Eoin Lacey (@eoinlaceyeducation), the guy who was Connor McGregor's S&C coach for 10 years and an expert in letting you see where your body is crying out for help with the stress you're putting on it.   Get in touch with Eoin at https://eoinlaceyeducation.com/  @OllieMatthewsHealthCoach www.olliemat...

What an episode today, we have Soul Church Norwich Pastor Jon Norman joining Ollie in the studio and this was a powerful one. Jon has had to question his faith multiple times and we go through this in depth, we talk about some miracles he has seen along with his love for Norwich City and what being a good leader is like. We also look at the things he is working on to improve as a man and a leader...

Chris Reeve opens up about the harsh reality of social media, from what it takes to get good content, to being trolled and showing empathy alongside how he truly keeps up the trust of both Norwich City players and the fans at the same time. He is a true gent and I cannot recommend Chris highly enough having personally worked with him for a year on my own social media accounts. Get in touch with hi...

We talk deep with Jamie Minors (@jamieminors), co-founder of Minors & Brady Estate Agents and founder of The Growth Consultancy. This is the raw truth of what someone has been through to get to the level of success he has, talking burnout, being honest with yourself, making mistakes and stepping up to the plate as a leader. Contact Jamie on Instagram @JamieMinors for more information if you wa...

We speak to Lexi Soulios to take a deep dive into what really happens to us when our mind freezes up and how to push through blockages to have a breakthrough with our mind and body. Check out Lexi's work at https://www.lexisoulios.com/ @Lexi.soulios

Why doesn't Ollie recommend TRT straight away with clients showing symptoms of low testosterone? Even showing up on blood tests too. Let's dive in. @OJayHealth Watch my free presentation 'Is This Burnout?' www.ojayhealth.com/burnout   Sign up to the 21-day Brain Fog Blitz course www.ojayhealth.com/brainfogblitz    

There's something Ollie has seen a lot recently, and that is people not getting results when taking their thyroid medication. This could be why...   Let's dive in. @OJayHealth Watch my free presentation 'Is This Burnout?' www.ojayhealth.com/burnout   Sign up to the 21-day Brain Fog Blitz course www.ojayhealth.com/brainfogblitz  

This is a deep dive talking into why HRT isn't where Ollie looks with menopausal clients, not straight away anyway. Let's dive in. @OJayHealth Watch my free presentation 'Is This Burnout?' www.ojayhealth.com/burnout   Sign up to the 21-day Brain Fog Blitz course www.ojayhealth.com/brainfogblitz  

Gemma Sandwell is an accredited Coach, Positive Psychologist and TEDx speaker working with amazing professional woman leaders Entrepreneurs who are making a difference using their sensitivities as superpowers. In this episode Ollie and Gemma dive deep into brutally honest conversations we need to have both with ourselves and loved ones around us to truly be able to thrive. Learn the ONE thing that...

Devin Burke is a sleep expert who helps high achievers get and stay asleep so they can wake up with more peace, power, and presence. He is an international and TEDx speaker, the bestselling author of "The Sleep Advantage," the founder of Sleep Science Academy, and one of the top health and sleeps coaches in the world. His books, keynotes, programs, and videos have inspired thousands of people to i...

We talk to who Ollie calls 'Socrates' today, one of the first ever guests to talk on the podcast returns, the peaceful warrior himself - Stephen Aish. Since we last spoke Stephen has been through a crazy amount and in this show he tells us all about how he's had to draw on his super powers more than ever throughout the most challenging period of his life.   - The David Goggins before David Goggins...

Karen Donaldson is a Celebrity Communication, Body Language and Certified Confidence Coach,  Sr. Executive Public Speaking Coach and International Speaker. Many of her clients call her the communication and confidence disruptor. Karen Donaldson is an award winning, 3x Best Selling Author of the books; Speak Like You Breathe: 30 Lessons to Become a Naturally Confident Speaker, Living a Life with No...

We go through some in depth knowledge on the reasons people are getting more and more side effects after having covid and what you can do about them.   Catch the 'Is This Burnout?' free presentation at www.ojayhealth.com/burnout   Sign-up to the 21-Day Brain Fog Blitz at www.ojayhealth.com/brainfogblitz

This is one of those episodes you need to witness to truly understand the power that it brings. Sasha Lipskaia is an ICF ACC. intuitive spiritual life coach, sacred sexual embodiment guide, Reiki Master, poet, and mentor to spiritual seekers, creatives, and leaders who are ready to live their truth. She helps powerful people discover who they really are and re-connect to their intuition to embody...

A quick show here today to discuss how exactly we get results for clients in their health to stop them burning out and reach peak performance.    Book in for a virtual coffee and chat health with @ojayhealth www.ojayhealth.com/virtualcoffee

Floyd Sayers from www.flomotion.com gives us the low down on what is necessary when it comes to standing or sitting, what are the trends, what is best for your health and is there anything else you can do to be pain free and more productive than ever at your desk? @flomotion_studio Enjoy

Am I Burning Out? Is Adrenal Fatigue A Thing? Signs You're Not Performing At Your Best   There are many signs of burning out which we push to the side, especially when some people say adrenal fatigue isn't a thing, but is it?   Are you burning out?   Let's look deeper   Book in for a virtual coffee and chat health with @ojayhealth www.ojayhealth.com/virtualcoffee

This was a great question Ollie got asked on a Tik Tok which turned into a deep discussion which was shared. The truth about pushing our health to the side over and over again and what actually happens if we keep ignoring it. As always get in touch with any questions @OJayHealth www.ojayhealth.com

Ollie gets interviewed for @lucywaltoncoaching Facebook group which you can find and request access to here https://www.facebook.com/groups/3296364920374691   We talk all things stress, burn out and spotting what your body is actually going through each and every day. Enjoy.

Today we are playing you a presentation Ollie gave in Medellin, Colombia this previous week to some high achieving entrepreneurs. This talk is all about seeing stress on your body and then doing something about it. It was actually said to be one of the best talks out of 10 talks over two days so it's well worth a listen as many of the attendees mentioned they're going to action some of the points...