Rewire Your Brain with Barbara Gustavson - E105

Top Tips For Stronger Bones with Dr. John Neustadt - E107

For every 19 women taking common antidepressant medications like SSRIs for just one to five years, one will break a bone. Bone fractures and osteoporosis don’t just steal your peace of mind - they strike when you least expect it and can derail years of careful health choices. Most people think a bone density test will protect them, but it only tells part of the story, missing the real risk lurking underneath. This episode untangles all the confusion between bone density and bone strength, spells out what truly predicts fractures, and zeroes in on the hidden lifestyle factors, overlooked risks, and research-backed habits that can genuinely strengthen your bones at any age. Get ready for a reality check on conventional wisdom, straight from someone who’s spent decades digging into what actually works for lifelong bone health. Dr. John Neustadt, ND, is a Bastyr University graduate and #1 Amazon best-selling author of Fracture-Proof Your Bones, now in its expanded 2nd edition. Recognized internationally as an expert in integrative and functional medicine with a deep focus on osteoporosis and fracture prevention, and as one of the top ten cited authors in the world for his work, Dr. Neustadt has published 100+ medical articles, was editor of the textbook Laboratory Evaluations for Integrative and Functional Medicine,  and is on the Corporate Advisory Roundtable for the Bone Health & Osteoporosis Foundation. He received multiple US FDA Orphan Drug Designations for the potential treatment of rare diseases using natural products, and is Founder and President of Nutritional Biochemistry, Inc. (NBI) and NBI Pharmaceuticals. “The best indicator of bone strength is not a test at all. It's whether you fall and break a bone.” - John Neustadt In this episode you will learn: * Why bone density and bone strength are not the same, and what really matters for bone health. * Why standard bone tests often miss hidden risks for fractures, and how to assess bone strength in daily life. * Key habits and simple steps to build stronger bones at every age, from kids to older adults. * Foods, movement, and protein targets that best support lifelong bone health. * Which common meds, like SSRIs, can harm bone health and what to do if you take them. * The science behind top supplements for bone health, and why some work better than others. Resources * Connect with Dr. Neustadt on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnneustadt/ [https://www.instagram.com/johnneustadt/] * Buy his book, ‘Fracture Proof Your Bones’: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0B6LXBLDC [https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0B6LXBLDC] * Shop his supplements, NBI: https://nbihealth.com/ [https://nbihealth.com/] This podcast was produced by the team at Zapods Podcast Agency [https://www.zapods.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=shownotes&utm_campaign=home-of-healthspan]: https://www.zapods.com [https://www.zapods.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=shownotes&utm_campaign=home-of-healthspan] Find the products, practices, and routines discussed on the Alively website: https://alively.com [https://alively.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=shownotes&utm_campaign=home-of-healthspan]

How I Ended Years Of Chronic Pain with Cam Cordin - E106

Years of relentless joint pain can leave you exhausted, sleepless, and fearing that life’s best days are permanently out of reach. Conventional treatments and prescriptions often just numb the symptoms, while the underlying problems only get worse. When nothing seems to work and decline feels inevitable, it’s easy to lose hope. This episode breaks down a direct, hands-on approach to truly ending chronic pain - not just coping with it. You’ll hear the honest, step-by-step process crafted through self-experimentation and grit, all from someone who found their own way out after every other option failed. Cam Cordin is the author of Savage Chill: Die to Live and the founder of Savage Chill — a system built on cold exposure, kettlebell strength, and carnivore eating. At 44, with nerve damage, arthritis, and a body that had effectively stopped working, he made a decision: rebuild completely or don't bother. He gave himself 911 days — the window before his son left for college. He made it. He works with men who are done managing symptoms and ready to rebuild from the ground up. “At 44, it was apocalyptic pain. I had… nerve damage in both hands. Every joint.” - Cam Cordin In this episode you will learn: * How major pain and setbacks led to personal change and a reset in midlife. * The basics of building a simple, home-based routine for movement and recovery. * Why starting slow with cold exposure and kettlebells is key for lasting results. * The struggle of using quick fixes and how to spot what really works for your body. * The part your daily setup, clutter, and stress play in making new routines stick. * Steps to build your own system for health, with tips to keep it practical and personal. Resources * Connect with Cam on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/savage_chill_/ [https://www.instagram.com/savage_chill_/] * Buy his book, ‘Savage Chill: Die To Live’: https://www.amazon.com/Savage-Chill-Live-Cam-Cordin-ebook/dp/B0GNQ4C56Y [https://www.amazon.com/Savage-Chill-Live-Cam-Cordin-ebook/dp/B0GNQ4C56Y] * Learn more about his coaching offerings: https://savagechillstyle.com/coaching [https://savagechillstyle.com/coaching] This podcast was produced by the team at Zapods Podcast Agency [https://www.zapods.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=shownotes&utm_campaign=home-of-healthspan]: https://www.zapods.com [https://www.zapods.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=shownotes&utm_campaign=home-of-healthspan] Find the products, practices, and routines discussed on the Alively website: https://alively.com [https://alively.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=shownotes&utm_campaign=home-of-healthspan]

Rewire Your Brain with Barbara Gustavson - E105

Trying to “think positive” or “just push through” isn’t enough when you feel stuck, overwhelmed, or exhausted. Old habits and thought patterns quietly drain your energy and motivation, even when you try to make healthy changes. Relying on willpower alone keeps you on a loop - disconnected from your goals, your relationships, and your sense of purpose. This episode unpacks the real science of how to rewire your brain for better energy, resilience, and clarity. Learn why changing your mindset isn’t about empty affirmations, but about simple, research-backed steps you can use to build lasting brain health and rediscover joy in daily life - all guided by someone who’s reworked these rhythms firsthand. Barbara Gustavson is a brain health educator, speaker, and leadership facilitator with a Master’s in Psychology. Known for her down-to-earth approach, she equips community leaders, caregivers, and health professionals with practical, science-backed tools to regroup, rewire, and lead with clarity. Her work blends neuroscience, psychology, and human connection to help others prevent burnout, build resilience, and lead sustainably. She also partners with organizations to support corporate wellness, stress management, and culture change. Her work offers a practical path forward rooted in both science and compassion. “...our brain is the most energy hungry organ in our body and it consumes a great amount of calories, we use up calories just thinking.” - Barbara Gustavson In this episode you will learn: * Why energy management matters more than only tracking your time. * How short, daily regroup breaks can raise mood and focus. * Tips to spot and address hidden energy drains in your day. * The value of writing down what you are tolerating to find clarity. * How a simple nightly gratitude practice can rewire your brain. * The steps in the REGROUP framework for building resilience and well-being. Resources * Connect with Barbara on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bgustavson/ [https://www.instagram.com/bgustavson/] * Learn more about Discover Next Step: https://www.discovernextstep.com/about [https://www.discovernextstep.com/about] * Read her book, ‘REGROUP’: https://www.amazon.com/Regroup-Unlock-Hidden-Productive-Yourself/dp/B0GYBMT9MS/ [https://www.amazon.com/Regroup-Unlock-Hidden-Productive-Yourself/dp/B0GYBMT9MS/] * Read her blog: https://www.discovernextstep.com/blog [https://www.discovernextstep.com/blog] This podcast was produced by the team at Zapods Podcast Agency [https://www.zapods.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=shownotes&utm_campaign=home-of-healthspan]: https://www.zapods.com [https://www.zapods.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=shownotes&utm_campaign=home-of-healthspan] Find the products, practices, and routines discussed on the Alively website: https://alively.com [https://alively.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=shownotes&utm_campaign=home-of-healthspan]

Invest In Your Health BEFORE Your Wealth with Zach Rodriguez - E104

Most people spend decades chasing financial security, pouring energy into savings and investment accounts - and end up sacrificing their best years to burnout, stress, or chronic health problems. It’s a trap that has serious costs: growing your wealth means nothing if you lose your vitality and miss out on experiences, relationships, and goals that actually matter. Managing money is supposed to build a better life, but traditional financial planning almost never connects the dots between your finances and your physical, emotional, and social wellbeing. This episode breaks apart old, outdated advice and shows how you can build a healthier, richer life by aligning your financial habits with your true priorities. Instead of waiting for the future to start living, you’ll hear a practical philosophy that balances saving, spending, and self-care. Zach Rodriguez is the founder of Outlive Financial Planning, a San Diego-based firm that helps individuals and families align their health, wealth, and time in pursuit of a purposeful life. A fee-only fiduciary, Zach brings a holistic approach to financial planning shaped by an unconventional journey - from serving as a U.S. Navy helicopter pilot and surviving a near-fatal crash, to researching the links between environmental and human health. Today, he combines his passion for personal finance, longevity, and wellbeing to help clients build financial strategies that reflect their values and support a life well lived. “...your attitude towards money is really important in how you view the world.” - Zach Rodriguez In this episode you will learn: * Why wealth planning should include both money and physical health. * How the name “Outlive Financial Planning” links to a broader mission. * Where most financial advisors miss the mark on healthspan. * Ways to help families balance today’s joys against future needs. * How our habits around money mirror those around health. * Steps for handling debt and building better financial routines. Resources * Connect with Zach on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truewealthzach/ [https://www.instagram.com/truewealthzach/] * Learn more about Outlive: https://outlivefinancial.com/ [https://outlivefinancial.com/] * Read his blog: https://outlivefinancial.com/blog [https://outlivefinancial.com/blog] This podcast was produced by the team at Zapods Podcast Agency [https://www.zapods.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=shownotes&utm_campaign=home-of-healthspan]: https://www.zapods.com [https://www.zapods.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=shownotes&utm_campaign=home-of-healthspan] Find the products, practices, and routines discussed on the Alively website: https://alively.com [https://alively.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=shownotes&utm_campaign=home-of-healthspan]

Why Sitting Is Bad For You with Kyle Gonzalez - E103

If you spend more than eight hours sitting each day, your risk of dying from any cause shoots up by 47%. Modern life makes it far too easy to slip into inactivity, even for people who try to squeeze in gym time or keep a step counter buzzing. Despite knowing movement matters, most of us struggle with where to start, how to keep going, or fitting it in around real-life busyness and setbacks. This episode uncovers why daily movement - not formal exercise - may be the most overlooked health lever, and reveals simple, sustainable ways to break free from the all-or-nothing mindset that keeps us stuck. You’ll hear helpful strategies that anyone can use to reclaim vitality, drawn straight from someone who’s lived it, coached it, and made it accessible for others. Kyle Gonzalez, M.S., CSCS, is a former D1 athlete, performance coach, and author of The Vitality System, with over a decade of experience helping people optimize health and performance through coaching, content, and start-up leadership. He’s been featured in Men’s Health, NBC News, and The Washington Post, and currently serves as VP of Performance at Coya and hosts The Vitality System Podcast. He lives in Los Angeles, CA. “Try sitting on the ground for 30 minutes. I guarantee you'll shift positions, you'll move, your posture will change because your body's figuring it out.” - Kyle Gonzalez In this episode you will learn: * Why too much sitting can raise your risk of early death, and how small changes in movement can help. * How modern life has made us less active, and what this means for health. * The key difference between formal exercise and daily movement, and why both matter. * Why making movement enjoyable can help you stick with it over time. * How your purpose, goals, and community shape healthy routines. * Simple ways to add more movement to your day, even if you are busy. Resources * Connect with Kyle on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kylegonzalez3/ [https://www.instagram.com/kylegonzalez3/] * Lister to his podcast, ‘The Vitality System’: https://thevitalitysystem.buzzsprout.com/ [https://thevitalitysystem.buzzsprout.com/] * Buy his books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Kyle-Gonzalez/author/B0BSGCKDRB [https://www.amazon.com/stores/Kyle-Gonzalez/author/B0BSGCKDRB] This podcast was produced by the team at Zapods Podcast Agency [https://www.zapods.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=shownotes&utm_campaign=home-of-healthspan]: https://www.zapods.com [https://www.zapods.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=shownotes&utm_campaign=home-of-healthspan] Find the products, practices, and routines discussed on the Alively website: https://alively.com [https://alively.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=shownotes&utm_campaign=home-of-healthspan]