In this episode, I was hosted by Amy Mercado on the The Journey of Self Love Through Self Care Podcast. I talked about my journey into healthcare and my frustrations with traditional healthcare systems. I emphasize the importance of taking ownership of my own health and making small, consistent changes to improve my overall well-being. I highlight the power of watching sunrise and sunset, implementing daily practices such as body scan meditation, and the role of exercise in maintaining good health. I also discuss the significance of sleep and the benefits of glutathione in promoting deep sleep. Overall, the conversation emphasizes the interconnectedness of physical, mental, and emotional health. In this conversation, I discuss the importance of cardiovascular health, stability, and mobility. I emphasize the need to check each of these boxes regularly to improve overall health. I also highlight the benefits of balance training and the impact of stability on aging. I encourage listeners to accept and understand pain and to develop a relationship with their bodies. I explain the importance of strength training for women and the role of hormones in exercise. I also discuss the significance of heart rate variability and blood glucose monitoring in optimizing health. Overall, I emphasize the power of starting small and building momentum to create lasting change.
Takeaways
> Take ownership of your own health and make small, consistent changes to improve overall well-being.
> Watch sunrise and sunset to create a sense of safety and new beginnings.
> Implement daily practices such as body scan meditation and taking walks to reduce stress and tune into the body.
> Prioritize sleep and set a regular sleep schedule to promote deep sleep and healing.
> Exercise regularly to maintain good health and improve overall well-being. Regular cardiovascular training, stability work, mobility exercises, and strength training are essential for overall health.
> Balance training can improve stability and prevent injuries, especially as we age.
> Accepting and understanding pain can lead to better management and improved overall health.
> Strength training is particularly important for women, as it can reduce the risk of mortality and improve overall health.
> Heart rate variability and blood glucose monitoring can provide valuable insights into health and guide exercise and dietary choices.
> Starting small and building momentum is key to creating lasting change and improving overall health.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
03:06 Health Issues and Frustrations with Traditional Healthcare
09:05 The Connection Between Health and Mental/Emotional Well-being
13:57 Improving Health through Small Steps and Compounding Health Loop
25:29 The Power of Watching Sunrise and Sunset
28:18 The Role of Glutathione in Health and Sleep
33:30 Reducing Stress and Implementing Daily Practices
38:18 Personal Daily Practices
41:01 The Power of Taking Walks and Fresh Air
41:27 Body Scan Meditation and Tuning into the Body
42:25 The Importance of Exercise in Health
42:54 The Cardiovascular Health Pyramid
43:50 The Importance of Stability and Mobility
46:15 The Benefits of Balance Training
49:34 Accepting and Understanding Pain
51:51 The Relationship with Pain and the Body
55:13 Strength Training for Women
59:00 The Importance of Cardiovascular Training
01:02:20 VO2 Max Training for Cardiovascular Health
01:03:42 Starting Small and Building Momentum
01:07:34 The Benefits of Yoga and Pilates
01:09:31 Listening to Your Body with Heart Rate Variability
01:13:32 Understanding Hormonal Changes and Strength Training
01:18:19 Usin