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Simplifying nutrition, health, and wellbeing by breaking down the concepts and actions we can all take to live fuller, more functional lives. From EC Synkowski, founder of the #800gChallenge® and OptimizeMe Nutrition.
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The Consistency Project The Consistency Project

    • Health & Fitness

Simplifying nutrition, health, and wellbeing by breaking down the concepts and actions we can all take to live fuller, more functional lives. From EC Synkowski, founder of the #800gChallenge® and OptimizeMe Nutrition.
Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theconsistencyproject/support

    Hot Cakes: Nutrition Myths, Listening to Your Body, & Home Cooking

    Hot Cakes: Nutrition Myths, Listening to Your Body, & Home Cooking

    We’re discussing three ideas this week, starting with a discussion of three common nutrition 'lies' and their implications. We then examine the peculiar diet and training strategies of ultramarathoner Courtney Dauwalter, questioning the role of intuition versus objective measurements. Lastly, we analyze a study on the surprisingly low number of home-cooked meals Americans consume per week and its impact on achieving health and fitness goals.

    TIMESTAMPS:

    00:00 Welcome to the Consistency Project Podcast

    00:35 Introduction to Hot Cakes

    01:26 Debunking Nutrition Myths

    02:50 The Importance of Meal Prep

    08:56 Courtney Dauwalter's Ultramarathon Diet

    11:22 Listening to Your Body vs. Data

    16:04 Raising the Bar in Life

    20:23 Americans' Eating Habits Post-Pandemic

    22:41 Strategies for Eating Out

    29:50 Conclusion and Farewell

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    ABOUT THE SHOW

    The Consistency Project aims to simplify nutrition, health, and well-being by breaking down the concepts and actions we can all take to live fuller, more functional lives.

    ABOUT US

    📍 EC Synkowski is a Certified Nutrition Specialist® (CNS), a Licensed-Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN), and Certified CrossFit Level 4 Coach (CF-L4). She's the founder of OptimizeMe Nutrition and the creator of the #800gChallenge®. Find her on social media.

    📍 Patrick Cummings is a long-time CrossFitter, writer, and podcaster. Find him on social media.

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    • 30 min
    on the Magic Pill Myth: Understanding the Limitations of GLP-1 Weight Loss Drugs

    on the Magic Pill Myth: Understanding the Limitations of GLP-1 Weight Loss Drugs

    We return to the topic of the weight loss drug semaglutide, sold under brand names such as Wegovy and Ozempic. We explore who these drugs are suitable for, what to expect when starting this type of therapy, and how they fit into the broader context of health management.

    Expect to Learn:


    The indications and potential candidates for GLP-1 weight loss drugs
    Expected results and side effects of semaglutide therapy
    The role of diet and exercise in conjunction with GLP-1 drugs
    Strategies for maintaining weight loss after discontinuing the medication
    The long-term effects and safety considerations of GLP-1 drugs

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    ABOUT THE SHOW

    The Consistency Project aims to simplify nutrition, health, and well-being by breaking down the concepts and actions we can all take to live fuller, more functional lives.

    ABOUT US

    📍 EC Synkowski is a Certified Nutrition Specialist® (CNS), a Licensed-Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN), and Certified CrossFit Level 4 Coach (CF-L4). She's the founder of OptimizeMe Nutrition and the creator of the #800gChallenge®. Find her on social media.

    📍 Patrick Cummings is a long-time CrossFitter, writer, and podcaster. Find him on social media.

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    • 30 min
    on Consistency Amid Chaos: Maintaining Nutrition During Hectic Days w Molly Vollmer

    on Consistency Amid Chaos: Maintaining Nutrition During Hectic Days w Molly Vollmer

    This week, Street Parking’s head of nutrition, Molly Vollmer, joins us to talk family meals and explore practical strategies for making healthy eating a seamless part of your daily routine.

    Expect to Learn:


    Practical meal prep hacks to streamline your weeknights
    Clever ways to introduce variety without sacrificing simplicity
    Strategies for involving kids in the cooking process and fostering healthy habits
    Tips for managing social events and treating indulgences mindfully
    Quick and nourishing meal ideas for those chaotic days

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    ABOUT THE SHOW

    The Consistency Project aims to simplify nutrition, health, and well-being by breaking down the concepts and actions we can all take to live fuller, more functional lives.

    ABOUT US

    📍 EC Synkowski is a Certified Nutrition Specialist® (CNS), a Licensed-Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN), and Certified CrossFit Level 4 Coach (CF-L4). She's the founder of OptimizeMe Nutrition and the creator of the #800gChallenge®. Find her on social media.

    📍 Patrick Cummings is a long-time CrossFitter, writer, and podcaster. Find him on social media.

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    • 28 min
    Rapid Fire: on Somatotypes, DOMs, Hydrogen Water, & More

    Rapid Fire: on Somatotypes, DOMs, Hydrogen Water, & More

    In today's episode, we're diving into 10 listener questions that cover everything from the impact of cooling rice on its nutritional properties to the validity of somatotypes in determining diet plans.

    We'll also explore how paralysis affects metabolism, the influence of diet on muscle soreness, and much more.

    Get ready for a rapid-fire session where we break down the science to give you practical, actionable insights.

    Expect to Learn:


    Whether cooling and reheating rice increases its resistant starch content
    How paralysis impacts calorie needs and protein requirements
    If consuming added sugars can exacerbate muscle soreness and DOMS
    What to eat when sick with a cold for optimal recovery
    The truth about somatotypes and neurotypes for personalizing nutrition and training

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    ABOUT THE SHOW

    The Consistency Project aims to simplify nutrition, health, and well-being by breaking down the concepts and actions we can all take to live fuller, more functional lives.

    ABOUT US

    📍 EC Synkowski is a Certified Nutrition Specialist® (CNS), a Licensed-Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN), and Certified CrossFit Level 4 Coach (CF-L4). She's the founder of OptimizeMe Nutrition and the creator of the #800gChallenge®. Find her on social media.

    📍 Patrick Cummings is a long-time CrossFitter, writer, and podcaster. Find him on social media.

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    • 33 min
    on Female-Specific Nutrition Protocols: A Closer Look at the Evidence for Athletes

    on Female-Specific Nutrition Protocols: A Closer Look at the Evidence for Athletes

    We turn a critical eye onto a recent position paper on the nutritional needs of female athletes, focusing specifically on the paper's recommendations for pre- and post-workout carbohydrate and protein intake. We dive deep into the evidence presented in the paper and discuss whether the recommendations are supported by the cited research.

    Expect to Learn:


    The key recommendations made in the position paper regarding carbohydrate and protein intake for female athletes
    Whether the evidence cited in the paper supports the specific recommendations made
    The potential implications of misinterpreting the paper's recommendations
    The importance of considering individual factors such as muscle mass, activity level, and goals when making nutrition recommendations
    Our perspective on the necessity of gender-specific nutrition recommendations based on the available evidence

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    ABOUT THE SHOW

    The Consistency Project aims to simplify nutrition, health, and well-being by breaking down the concepts and actions we can all take to live fuller, more functional lives.

    ABOUT US

    📍 EC Synkowski is a Certified Nutrition Specialist® (CNS), a Licensed-Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN), and Certified CrossFit Level 4 Coach (CF-L4). She's the founder of OptimizeMe Nutrition and the creator of the #800gChallenge®. Find her on social media.

    📍 Patrick Cummings is a long-time CrossFitter, writer, and podcaster. Find him on social media.

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    • 28 min
    on The Worried Well: Exploring the Roots of Health Anxiety

    on The Worried Well: Exploring the Roots of Health Anxiety

    In this episode, we delve into the realm of the "worried well" phenomenon, exploring the underlying reasons behind the obsession with various health metrics and practices. We'll unpack the allure of quantifiable data and the desire for immediate gratification, discussing how these factors contribute to the creation of health anxiety and compulsive behaviors.

    Expect to Learn:

    ✦ The definition and characteristics of the "worried well" population.

    ✦ The role of fear, control, and the pursuit of perfection in driving obsessive health behaviors.

    ✦ The importance of recognizing when enough is enough and when further optimization becomes counterproductive.

    ✦ The distinction between measurable metrics and overall well-being, and the potential pitfalls of over-reliance on data.

    ✦ Practical strategies for maintaining a balanced and holistic approach to health, without falling into the trap of anxiety-inducing compulsions.

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    ABOUT THE SHOW

    The Consistency Project aims to simplify nutrition, health, and well-being by breaking down the concepts and actions we can all take to live fuller, more functional lives.

    ABOUT US

    📍 EC Synkowski is a Certified Nutrition Specialist® (CNS), a Licensed-Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN), and Certified CrossFit Level 4 Coach (CF-L4). She's the founder of OptimizeMe Nutrition and the creator of the #800gChallenge®. Find her on social media.

    📍 Patrick Cummings is a long-time CrossFitter, writer, and podcaster. Find him on social media.

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    • 21 min

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