EPI 256: Four-Time Olympic Athlete On Beliefs, Identity, & The Question That Changes Everything. Plus REDEFINING What Is "REALISTIC" For Your Life. With Heather Moyse

EPI 256: Four-Time Olympic Athlete On Beliefs, Identity, & The Question That Changes Everything. Plus REDEFINING What Is "REALISTIC" For Your Life. With Heather Moyse

Show notes: (0:00) Intro (0:00) Heather Moyse's Olympic and athletic background (2:19) Champion mindset and value-based choices (7:48) Parenting, support, and being your child's biggest fan (20:54) Regret, potential, and choosing the right path (29:29) One step back, two steps forward (32:43) Redefining realistic and breaking limits (43:35) The Podium Process: dream, plan, pursue, achieve (46:05) "How close can I get?" as a mindset tool (50:43) Heather's book, coaching, and where to find her Who is Heather Moyse? Heather Moyse is one of Canada's most accomplished multi-sport athletes, a four-time Olympian and two-time Olympic gold medalist in two-woman bobsled, winning gold at the 2010 Vancouver Winter Games and again in 2014. She was also a standout member of Canada's senior women's rugby team, helping lead the team to silver at the 2013 Rugby Sevens World Cup and earning top scorer honors at the 2006 and 2010 World Cups. In 2016, she became the first Canadian woman inducted into the World Rugby Hall of Fame. Heather has also represented Canada in track cycling, holds a master's degree in occupational therapy, and is a sought-after motivational speaker and author of Redefining Realistic. Today, she helps people build a champion mindset, challenge limiting beliefs, and discover what they are truly capable of achieving. Connect with Heather: Website: https://www.heathermoyse.com/ [https://www.heathermoyse.com/] LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/heather-moyse✨-oly-bsc-mscot-15976550 [http://linkedin.com/in/heather-moyse%E2%9C%A8-oly-bsc-mscot-15976550] IG: https://www.instagram.com/heathermoyse/ [https://www.instagram.com/heathermoyse/] Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life [https://buypeakperformance.com/] Peak Performance on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/livepeakperformance/] Peak Performance on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/livepeakperformance]

EPI 255: HAPPINESS Doctor On How High-Functioning People Can CREATE MORE JOY In Their Lives. With Dr. Judith Joseph

Show notes: (0:00) Intro (0:34) High-functioning depression research (4:36) Red flags and loss of joy (10:03) Biopsychosocial model (19:39) Happiness vs. joy (25:45) Intentional resting and grounding (32:32) The Five V's method (43:46) Routines, sunlight, movement, and productivity (45:25) Where to find Dr. Judith (45:46) Outro Who is Dr. Judith Joseph? Dr. Judith Joseph, M.D., M.B.A., is a board-certified psychiatrist, researcher, educator, and mental health advocate known for her work in high-functioning depression, women's mental health, menopause, and reclaiming joy. She is Chair of the Women in Medicine Initiative at Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians & Surgeons, a clinical assistant professor at NYU Langone Medical Center, and an adjunct instructor at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. As principal investigator of Manhattan Behavioral Medicine, she has led more than 130 clinical research studies and conducted the first peer-reviewed clinical study on high-functioning depression, which informed her bestselling book High Functioning. Dr. Judith has received national recognition for her advocacy and thought leadership, including honors from Congress, PopSugar, VeryWell Mind, the NAACP, CNN, TikTok, LinkedIn, and major health organizations. She has spoken at the White House, the United Nations, Ivy League universities, Fortune 500 companies, and leading media and technology platforms, while also appearing on major television programs and contributing to Forbes. A graduate of Duke University, Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons, and Columbia Business School, she completed her psychiatry residency at Columbia and her child and adolescent psychiatry fellowship at NYU Langone, and she currently lives in New York City. Connect with Dr. Judith: Website: https://drjudithjoseph.com/ [https://drjudithjoseph.com/] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drjudithjosephmdmba/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/drjudithjosephmdmba/?isSelfProfile=false] IG: https://www.instagram.com/drjudithjoseph/ [https://www.instagram.com/drjudithjoseph/] Tune in: https://drjudithjoseph.com/podcast/ [https://drjudithjoseph.com/podcast/] Grab a copy: https://highfunctioningbook.com/ [https://highfunctioningbook.com/] Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life [https://buypeakperformance.com/] Peak Performance on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/livepeakperformance/] Peak Performance on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/livepeakperformance]

EPI 254: The Pros & Cons Of Taking GLP-1 Medication For Weight Loss + The RIGHT & WRONG Way To Take It. With Nutrition & Hormone Expert Ashley Koff, RD

Show notes: (0:00) Intro (1:07) Why weight loss is not the same as weight health (7:07) Antibiotics, gut health, and long-term repair (9:28) A real patient story: pizza, digestion, and hope (20:33) Gut assessment, testing, and healing basics (26:56) GLP-1s as hormone support, not a quick fix (37:43) Who should and should not use GLP-1s (42:11) New oral GLP-1 options and concerns (46:23) Why expert guidance matters (48:40) Where to find Ashley and her resources (53:14) Outro Who is Ashley Koff, RD? Ashley Koff, RD, is a USA Today bestselling author, registered dietitian, and founder of The Better Nutrition Program. With more than 25 years of experience, she has helped reshape the conversation around sustainable weight health by moving beyond traditional dieting and focusing on digestion, hormones, blood sugar, inflammation, and personalized nutrition. In her book Your Best Shot, Ashley introduces a practical system for understanding and supporting weight health hormones, including GLP-1s, whether someone is using medication or not. Her work helps people feel more informed, hopeful, and empowered in their health journey. Connect with Ashley: Website: https://thebetternutritionprogram.com/ [https://thebetternutritionprogram.com/] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashley-koff/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashley-koff/] Grab a copy: https://thebetternutritionprogram.com/your-best-shot/ [https://thebetternutritionprogram.com/your-best-shot/] Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life [https://buypeakperformance.com/] Peak Performance on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/livepeakperformance/] Peak Performance on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/livepeakperformance]

EPI 253: Dr. Tommy Wood - How To Stimulate Your Mind, Stay Sharp At Any Age, & Future Proof Your Brain From Dementia. Supplements, Foods, Brain Games, & Other Proven Strategies.

Show notes: (0:00) Intro (1:01) Dr. Tommy Wood's background in neuroscience and performance (3:00) Brain injury, concussions, and dementia risk (4:36) Why many dementia cases may be preventable (8:49) Hearing loss, vision loss, and brain stimulation (10:33) Air pollution, air filters, and B vitamins (14:29) Blood pressure, stress, and dementia prevention (20:58) Homocysteine, B vitamins, and omega-3s (26:22) Fish oil, omega-3 index, and supplement quality (33:55) Learning skills, sports, video games, and brain training (41:44) Sleep, recovery, alcohol, and long-term brain health (47:58) Where to find Dr. Tommy (49:02) Outro Who is Dr. Tommy Wood? Dr. Tommy Wood is a neuroscientist, researcher, and athletic performance consultant focused on brain health, human performance, and long-term cognitive function. He is an Associate Professor of Pediatrics and Neuroscience at the University of Washington, where his lab studies brain health across the lifespan, including newborn brain injury, adult brain trauma, concussions, and dementia risk. Dr. Wood earned his biochemistry degree from the University of Cambridge, his medical degree from the University of Oxford, and his PhD in Physiology and Neuroscience from the University of Oslo. He has published many scientific papers, lectured around the world, and worked with professional athletes, Olympians, world champions, and Formula 1 drivers. He is also the author of The Stimulated Mind and co-host of the Better Brain Fitness podcast. Connect with Dr. Tommy: Website: https://www.drtommywood.com/ [https://www.drtommywood.com/] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomas-wood-35b685a8/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomas-wood-35b685a8/] IG: https://www.instagram.com/drtommywood/ [https://www.instagram.com/drtommywood/] Grab a copy: https://www.drtommywood.com/stimulated-mind [https://www.drtommywood.com/stimulated-mind] Tune in: https://www.drtommywood.com/podcast [https://www.drtommywood.com/podcast] Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life [https://buypeakperformance.com/] Peak Performance on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/livepeakperformance/] Peak Performance on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/livepeakperformance]

EPI 252: Retired Navy SEAL Commander & Performance Expert Rich Diviney Reveals A Revolutionary Method For Training You And Your Team To Perform At Your Best.

Show notes: (0:00) Intro (1:00) Introduction to Rich Diviney and his Navy SEAL background (3:04) What attributes are and how they shape performance (8:12) How to improve traits like patience and empathy (14:56) Turning stress into success through uncertainty (18:09) The "Moving Horizons" tool for staying focused (25:49) Why clear objectives give you direction (28:15) How identity shapes behavior and choices (38:34) How teams and businesses can apply these ideas (41:47) Final advice on growth outside your comfort zone (42:50) Outro Who is Rich Diviney? Rich Diviney is a retired Navy SEAL commander, bestselling author, leadership expert, and performance coach. During his 20-plus-year military career, he completed more than 13 overseas deployments and served as the officer in charge of selection, assessment, and training for a specialized SEAL command. He also helped create the SEALs' "Mind Gym," a program built to improve mental performance under pressure. Since retiring in 2017, Rich has worked with business leaders, athletes, military teams, and major organizations to help people perform better under stress, challenge, and uncertainty. He is the author of The Attributes: 25 Hidden Drivers of Optimal Performance and Masters of Uncertainty: The Navy SEAL Way to Turn Stress Into Success for You and Your Team. Connect with Rich: Website: https://theattributes.com/ [https://theattributes.com/] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richdiviney/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/richdiviney/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rich_diviney/ [https://www.instagram.com/rich_diviney/] Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life [https://buypeakperformance.com/] Peak Performance on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/livepeakperformance/] Peak Performance on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/livepeakperformance]