The Adversity Advantage with Doug Bopst

Doug Bopst
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The Adversity Advantage with Doug Bopst

Turn your trials into triumphs! Hear the stories of experts from around the world and get inspired by how they used failures, obstacles and ADVERSITY to their advantage. Each week you’ll get practical everyday tips to help you grow and become your best self in every theme of your life. Learn from guests such as Andrew Huberman, Mel Robbins, Gabby Bernstein, Gabor Mate, Robert Greene, Laurie Santos, Rich Roll, Rachel Hollis and more. Doug Bopst used fitness to save his life from the depths of despair while incarcerated on felony drug charges and now has made it his life mission to help others overcome hardship.

  1. 2 DAYS AGO

    "It Only Takes A Few Minutes Per Day" - Use This Simple Protocol To Burn Fat & Improve Your Health! | Ulrich Dempfle  

    Ulrich Dempfle is the CEO & Co-Founder at CAROL Bike and a mechanical engineer. After watching a BBC documentary on Reduced Exertion HIIT (REHIT), Ulrich realized its potential as the most effective cardio workout. The problem? REHIT was only possible in a lab setting. The solution? Ulrich co-founded CAROL and worked with the world’s leading exercise researchers to take REHIT out of the lab. 40 prototypes later, the world’s only REHIT exercise bike was launched.    Today on the show we discuss: a health marker that is a strong predictor of longevity that you should pay attention to, the surprising benefits of interval training that you might not be aware of, why using the CAROL bike for just a few minutes can help improve cardiovascular fitness and metabolic health, why duration doesn’t equal results when it comes to working out, the science of the CAROL bike and why it’s so effective, how short workouts can create long lasting health benefits and much more. Purchase your CAROL Bike here: https://carolbike.com/store Use the discount code DOUG to get a really nice discount off your bike. ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    53 min

  2. 5 DAYS AGO

    Become Unstoppable: The Limitless Power Of An Addiction Free Life | Adam Sud

    In 2012, Adam Sud’s life spiraled out of control. Weighing nearly 350 pounds and grappling with multiple addictions and chronic health conditions. With the unwavering support of his parents and a plant-based diet, Adam lost 175lbs, changed his health and completely reinvented himself. Today, Adam is a recognized expert in insulin resistance, nutrition, addiction, and behavior change. He has collaborated with some of the most respected programs and companies in the health and wellness industry and has contributed multiple papers into the nutrition research literature. Notably, he completed the first research study investigating the effects of a nutrient-dense dietary intervention on early addiction recovery outcomes.  Today on the show we discuss: the best questions to ask yourself if you want to conquer addiction, the dopamine trap and how your environment can fuel it, Adam’s own compelling transformation story, why practicing “radical honesty” will change your life, how to make living a life of recovery more appealing, the importance of finding meaning and purpose when it comes to overcoming addiction and much more. Thanks to this episode's sponsor: Timeline Nutrition Upgrade your mitochondrial health with Mitopure. Timeline is offering 10% off your first order of Mitopure. Go to timelinenutrition.com/doug and use code DOUG to get 10% off your order. ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org. SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    53 min

  3. DEC 5

    The Hidden Drug Epidemic That You Must Know About | Dr. Olivera Bogunovic

    Dr. Olivera Bogunovic is the Medical Director of McLean Hospital's Alcohol, Drug, and Addiction Outpatient Program and Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School. Today on the show we discuss: the hidden epidemic of benzodiazepines and what they do to the brain, the long term risks of benzodiazepine dependence, why the withdrawal process can be so dangerous, signs someone is addicted to substances, how to regulate your nervous system, what you can do to recover from benzodiazepine addiction and much more.  ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org. SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    40 min

  4. DEC 2

    The No BS Fitness Guide For Women: How To Build Muscle, Lose Body Fat & Live Longer | Dr. Stacy Sims

    Dr. Stacy Sims, Ph.D. is an exercise physiologist and nutrition scientist. She’s recognized as a leading expert in nutrition and training for women’s health, performance, and longevity. Today on the show we discuss: the biggest women’s health myths and misconceptions, how to look good without sacrificing your health, the best form of exercise that can add years to your life, how to eat to build muscle without gaining fat, why women need carbs and should think twice about fasting, why women shouldn’t fear lifting weights, the most effective form(s) of cardio for women and much more.  Thanks to this episode's sponsor: MitoLux Head to www.mitolux.com and enter promo code DOUG at checkout for 10% off your first order. ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org. SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    53 min

  5. NOV 25

    How To Train Your Brain To Achieve Anything, Make More Money & Become Limitless | John Assaraf

    John Assaraf "The Brain Whisperer" is one of the leading high performance, success coaches in the world. He is a behavioral neuroscience researcher who has written 4 books including 2 New York Times best sellers that have been translated to 35 languages. He is the creator of the “Innercise” movement and has been featured in 11 movies, including the blockbuster hit “The Secret” and “Quest For Success” with Richard Branson and the Dalai Lama. Today on the show we discuss: the beliefs that hold people back in their lives and how to reframe them, how to develop self awareness and rewire your brain to change your life, How to get better at understanding and managing your emotions, how to instantly calm your brain and overcome adversity, simple tricks you can use to to make more money in life, how to effectively use visualization to become more successful and much more. Thanks to this episode's sponsor: Timeline Nutrition Upgrade your mitochondrial health with Mitopure. Timeline is offering 10% off your first order of Mitopure. Go to timelinenutrition.com/doug and use code DOUG to get 10% off your order. ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org. SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    49 min

  6. NOV 21

    How To Quiet The Mind, Find Comfort In Darkness & Become Mentally Fit | Rickson Gracie

    Rickson Gracie is a Ju Jitsu legend and a New York Times best selling author. He’s a ninth degree red belt and for almost two decades Rickson reigned as world Jiu Jitsu champion in both the middle heavy weight and open divisions. Since retiring from fighting, he has focused on unifying and spreading his family martial art through his Global Jiu Jitsu Federation. Today on the show we discuss: how to find comfort in darkness, the non physical benefits of martial arts, why practicing things like Ju Jitsu can be so beneficial for your mental health, the painful grieving process of losing his son to an overdose, how to present yourself so that no one messes with you, how to get better at instantly quieting the mind and much more.  ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    50 min

  7. NOV 18

    How To Deal With High Conflict Personalities, Toxic People & Narcissists | Bill Eddy

    Bill Eddy is a lawyer, licensed therapist and professional mediator. He’s also the co-founder and Chief Innovation Officer of the High Conflict Institute, pioneered the High Conflict Personality Theory to help explain the behaviors of the most "difficult" difficult people and ways to manage relationships with them.  Today on the show we discuss: The best way to spot someone who will be a problem in your life, the truth definition of someone who is considered high conflict or has a personality disorder, how to communicate with someone that won’t take responsibility for their problems, what a healthy level of conflict looks like in a relationship, when is it time to walk away from a relationship, how to work on growing a relationship and much more. Thanks to this episode's sponsor: MitoLux Head to www.mitolux.com and enter promo code DOUG at checkout for 10% off your first order. ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    56 min

  8. NOV 14

    How To Turn Pain Into Purpose, Transform Your Mindset & Achieve Your Fitness Goals Before The End Of 2024 | Cory Gregory

    Cory Gregory was once a coal miner and raised in a trailer and since has made a significant impact in the fitness industry. He is known for his deep knowledge of strength training, nutrition, and entrepreneurship. Cory is a co-founder of several successful fitness ventures, including the highly popular supplement company MusclePharm, where he partnered with industry leaders. Throughout his career, Cory has collaborated with icons like Arnold Schwarzenegger, Tiger Woods, and Louie Simmons. He has also been a key sponsor of the UFC, supporting events inside the octagon, and has worked with numerous professional athletes and entertainers. Cory’s impressive fitness achievements include landing on 13 magazine covers and squatting 694.4 lbs at 181 lbs in a drug-tested division. Cory's latest passion is helping others transform their mindsets so they can live healthier, more fulfilling lives. Today on the show we discuss: how to develop an unbreakable mindset, why your goals must be black and white in life, how to build momentum and dominate long term, how to eat and workout to build muscle and burn fat, how to effectively make progress with your health transformation, the dark side of being too lean and much more. Thanks to this episodes sponsor: Kion Supplements Click here to try Kion supplements and save 20%: getkion.com/adversity  ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not financial advice. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    57 min
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Turn your trials into triumphs! Hear the stories of experts from around the world and get inspired by how they used failures, obstacles and ADVERSITY to their advantage. Each week you’ll get practical everyday tips to help you grow and become your best self in every theme of your life. Learn from guests such as Andrew Huberman, Mel Robbins, Gabby Bernstein, Gabor Mate, Robert Greene, Laurie Santos, Rich Roll, Rachel Hollis and more. Doug Bopst used fitness to save his life from the depths of despair while incarcerated on felony drug charges and now has made it his life mission to help others overcome hardship.

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