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Dec 2024
13m 59s

122. Stress Your Way to Better Health wi...

Gary Brecka
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What if the stress you’re avoiding is actually the key to unlocking your peak performance? In this Ultimate Human short episode, Gary Brecka explores the fascinating science of hormesis – nature’s secret weapon for enhancing human potential through controlled stress exposure. Learn the science behind how “good stress” trigger your body’s natural adaptive responses, boosting everything from mood and mental clarity to cellular repair and longevity. What small stress will you embrace today to become stronger tomorrow? Share your thoughts in the comments below!


00:00 ​​Intro of Show

02:25 What is Hormesis?

03:28 ​Good Stress and Its Benefits

04:12 ​Hormetic Stressors Examples

07:42 ​Research on the Benefits of Hormetic Stressors

09:06 ​Practical Tips to Get Started

10:55 ​Contrast Therapy and Breath Work

13:15 ​Mindfulness Techniques

 

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