This week, Matt dismantles the myth that REM sleep only benefits the mind by revealing its profound importance for physical health. While deep sleep handles some repair, Matt details how REM is crucial for peak testosterone and growth hormone release, vital for muscle, bone, libido, tissue repair, and metabolism. He explains that REM's characteristic muscle ... Show More
Nov 10
#114 - How to Boost your HRV
<p><b>Matt delves into Heart Rate Variability (HRV), the subtle variation in timing between each heartbeat. He explains that a healthy heart is like a "jazz drummer," not a rigid metronome, and a higher HRV reflects a resilient body that can adeptly balance its stress a ... Show More
25m 52s
Jul 2025
187. Wade Lightheart & Matt Gallant: Enzyme Fasting, Magnesium Science, NAD & Brain Training
What if everything you think you know about supplementation is backwards, and the real secret lies in the enzymatic processes that bodybuilders discovered decades ago? I sit down with Wade Lightheart and Matt Gallant from BiOptimizers who blow my mind with their lab research show ... Show More
1h 32m
Oct 30
214. Methylation Test Explained: Stop Guessing What Supplements You Need
The immune system doesn’t make mistakes, we just stopped asking why it showed up. If you’ve been diagnosed with multiple autoimmune diseases, here’s what conventional medicine won’t investigate: your immune system isn’t attacking you for no reason, it’s protecting you from pathog ... Show More
1h 4m
May 2025
Foundational Running Skills: Carolyn Coffin Interviews Jason on Fundamental Training
<p>Hear Jason getting interviewed about fundamental training: the most important elements of any training plan, why you should focus on middle distances, the remaining 1% of things to focus on, why the term "full marathon" should be banished, and more.</p> <p>This is a repost of ... Show More
1h 20m
Jul 2024
Expert Sleep Advice: Napping, Jet Lag, Alarm Clocks, Ozempic & Bedroom Hacks w/ Todd Anderson (Pt 2)
Ep. #115 On today’s episode of Pursuit of Wellness, Todd Anderson is back for part two! Former NFL conditioning coach and sleep optimization expert, the Dream Recovery founder and I had a lot more to discuss. Last time we spoke about the critical nature of quality sleep for our o ... Show More
1h 7m
Dec 2024
125. Kristen Holmes: WHOOP’s Principal Scientist Reveals Game-Changing Research
Could sleep consistency, not duration, be the hidden key to elite performance? In this conversation with WHOOP's Global Head of Performance & Science, Kristen Holmes, we uncover revolutionary findings that are reshaping our understanding of sleep science. Together, we dive deep i ... Show More
1h 9m
Oct 16
How to Build Physiological Resilience in the Marathon with Coach John Davis, PhD
John Davis holds a PhD in Biomechanics, coaches elite marathoners, and is the author of Modern Training and Physiology for Middle and Long Distance Runners. His newest book is a masterclass on marathon preparation: Marathon Excellence for Everyone. It includes new research on tra ... Show More
1h 9m
Sep 2
197. Chris Bumstead: 6X Mr. Olympia’s Peptide Stack, Supplement Guide and Recovery Protocols
The bodybuilding world’s best-kept secrets are finally revealed in this discussion between six-time Mr. Olympia Chris Bumstead and human biologist Gary Brecka. Learn how peptides like BPC-157, TB-500, and growth hormone-releasing compounds became the difference between career-end ... Show More
1h 30m
May 2025
166. How to Detox Your Body Naturally and Feel Energized FAST!
Your body is dealing with more toxic burden right now than at ANY point in human history. Most people think “detox” is just a wellness buzzword, but let me hit you with some science: Detoxification isn’t a trend it’s BIOLOGY in action. It’s your liver, kidneys, gut, skin, lungs, ... Show More
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