Jul 27

Why Don't We Have a Surgeon General?

We’re nearly halfway through Trump's second term and we still don’t have a Surgeon General. What gives?Support us:Hear bonus episodes on PatreonWatch Aubrey's documentaryBuy Aubrey's bookListen to Mike's other podcastGet Maintenance Phase T-shirts, stickers and moreLinks!White Ho ... Show More

1h 13m

Jun 10

Salt

In the 1980s, a low-sodium diet was seen as the gold standard for healthy behavior. In 2026, salt has been repackaged as “electrolytes” and is now cast as a core component of wellness. How did we get here?Also, an important correction: One pound of butter to one pound of potatoes ... Show More

53m 14s

Apr 2026

Tim Ferriss’s "The 4-Hour Body" (feat. Peter Shamshiri)

We're joined by Mike's If Books Could Kill co-host to revisit a biohacking diet book for the boys.Support us:Hear bonus episodes on PatreonWatch Aubrey's documentaryBuy Aubrey's bookListen to Mike's other podcastGet Maintenance Phase T-shirts, stickers and moreLinks!The 4-Hour Bo ... Show More

1h 8m

Jul 2020

011: Is Your Fitness Tracker Helping or Hurting?

In today’s episode, Dylan talks about fitness trackers and how to determine if your relationship with your fitness tracker is helpful or harmful. She provides insight into some research around fitness trackers and how to assess if your fitness tracker has become an obsession. And ... Show More

19m 14s

May 2024

Fitness & Family

On this episode, we get right into the whirlwind of South Asian fitness. From reminiscing about high school weight rooms to now lying about my 25,000 steps a day, we explore the cultural nuances of weightlifting and muscle gain. We wrap it all up with some exclusive wellness secr ... Show More

42m 27s

Feb 2020

475 - Is 10,000 Really the Magical Number of Steps to Take Per Day?

Chances are, you've been told you should log 10,000 steps per day on your fitness tracker. But a new study challenged that "magical" number with surprising results. TRANSCRIPT: https://quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/exercise/10000-steps-flawed | Check out all the Quick and ... Show More

11m 59s

Oct 2025

218 - 10k Steps A Day Isn't Enough (If That's All You're Doing)

10k Steps. Often see as the gold standard for weight loss and fitness goals, but there's a caveat: Where your steps come from, matters. Many people have active jobs such as nurses, teachers, or manufacturing jobs - and that's great, but it doesn't replace the need to still do int ... Show More

50m 40s

Mar 2025

Follower Q&A: Debunking The Biggest Myths in Fitness | The HigherUp Podcast Ep. 42

Drop Your #StepCheck in the comments! In this episode, I answer your questions surrounding every major fitness myth floating around on the internet right now. Let me know what you thought of the episode!

49m 32s

Oct 2024

#3072 - Hiking Alone, 101 LB Weight Loss & Logic Is Responsible For My Fat A$$

Today's episode discusses massive weight loss story, hiking, bicep training, fatphobia and more! Click here to <a href="https://swolenormousx.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">⁠⁠Join The SwoleFam</a> BOGO 50% OFF SITEWIDE! <a href= ... Show More

41m 56s

May 2023

Ep. #1068: So You Say

Some people say they “don’t have time” to exercise, but watch an hour of Netflix every night. Or they buy produce and watch it slowly wither in their fridge. Or spend time looking for that game-changing supplement while only getting 5 hours of sleep per night. ... Show More

4 m

Feb 2025

Is Eating Healthy Too Expensive? The Hot Girl Walk & Why You Don’t Need to Be Perfect

Is eating healthy becoming a luxury? This week, we dive into why nutritious food is more expensive than ever and how to make eating well more affordable. Plus, fresh vs frozen food—does it really matter? We break down what’s worth spending on and where frozen might be the better ... Show More

1h 6m

The 10,000 Steps Myth