Ageless Strength

Jerry Teixeira

The Ageless Strength podcast is the search to uncover strategies and tactics to improve and optimize your mental, physical and emotional strength and resilience to ensure you give yourself your best shot to live life on your terms for as long as possible. 

Episodes

  1. 22/08/2023

    Part 1: Eric Rawson on the Power of Resistance Training for Longevity

    You can find Eric on Twitter/X at @EricRawsonPhD Prepare to transform your perspective on exercise as we delve deep into the world of 'exercise snacks' with expert exercise physiologist, Eric Rawson. Discover how brief, frequent bouts of movement throughout your daily routine can substantially boost your health. We'll debunk misconceptions around the need for high volume resistance training and shed light on the potent benefits of manageable doses. Even with an unexpected power outage cutting our conversation short, we managed to pack in a wealth of insights on incorporating resistance exercise into your lifestyle, plus the truth about creatine supplementation. We then navigate through the importance of physical activity across all life stages - from the playground to the golden years. Learn why resistance training is a crucial shield for our health, how establishing an exercise habit can create a ripple effect of positive health outcomes, and how our modern environment impacts physical fitness.  Brace yourself for a deep dive into the symbiotic relationship between resistance training and cardiorespiratory fitness. We'll reveal how a modest resistance exercise regime can significantly enhance your VO2 max and overall fitness levels. Eric will also explain how resistance training can serve as a motivational tool to inspire more active lifestyles. Don't miss out on our myth-busting session about body weight strength training and creatine supplementation, where we unravel their true benefits and recommended dosages. This episode is overflowing with actionable gems that can guide you towards a healthier, more active lifestyle.

  2. 15/08/2023

    The Hungry Brain: Stephan Guyenet on Navigating the Complex Relationship Between the Environment, our Habits, and Obesity

    You can find Stephen at: stephanguyenet.org Twitter @sguyenet Are you curious about the intricate ties between obesity, our brains, and evolution? This episode promises to satiate that curiosity and deliver insights you can't afford to miss. Our guest, neuroscientist Stephan Guyenet, unravels the complexities of body fatness and its relationship with our brain. Fascinated by the dissonance between our evolved traits and our modern environment, Stefan takes us through a journey of how our ancestors interacted with food and exercise, compared to our current practices. We dissect the influence of diet and physical activity on body fatness, exploring the connections between calorie-dense, refined foods and increased body fatness. We also delve into how palatability and satiety play significant roles in weight regulation. Stephan enlightens us on the profound impact of our modern lifestyles on our circadian rhythms  and offers tips on how small changes can mitigate any adverse effects. He also shares valuable strategies on navigating food choices. We touch on the role of non-conscious brain systems in eating and how understanding these systems can help us better navigate our food choices and temptations. Stefan also explains  how different energy substrates impact our satiety levels. Perhaps our mst important topic, we agree to parter up for a new business venture, The Hadza Cafe! (Joking, maybe...)

About

The Ageless Strength podcast is the search to uncover strategies and tactics to improve and optimize your mental, physical and emotional strength and resilience to ensure you give yourself your best shot to live life on your terms for as long as possible.