Health & Fitness Episodes

At just 16, Os Aponte was running a martial arts school in Puerto Rico with over a hundred students. Today, he’s a U.S. Army veteran, author, and strength coach known for blending martial arts discipline, neuroscience, and movement mastery into a philosophy of lifelong fitness. In this conversation, Os shares how leading soldiers in the Army shaped his approach to strength, why “less is more” in training, and how neural efficiency—not just muscle size—creates real, lasting power. You’ll also hear how kettlebells, gait mechanics, and breathwork can rewire your body for performance at any age. Whether you’re a coach, athlete, or weekend mover, Os’s story will challenge how you think about fitness and inspire you to see training as a lifelong pursuit of self-mastery. We discuss: How Os became a martial arts instructor at 16 What the military taught him about leadership and physical mastery The difference between strength, conditioning, and fitness Why neurological tr…

Welcome episode to 102! featuring Geoff Lecovin, a naturopathic doctor, chiropractor, acupuncturist, and expert in breathwork. Dr. Lecovin provides an in-depth explanation of breathwork, its history, physiological effects, and benefits. He discusses how breathwork can induce altered states of consciousness and access the body's innate healing abilities by manipulating chemicals like anandamide, dopamine, and serotonin. Dr. Lecovin explains the science behind breathwork, including how overbreathing and breath holds increase carbon dioxide levels, triggering hormetic effects and stem cell release. He describes the concept of transient hypofrontality, where breathwork decreases blood flow to the brain's default mode network, quieting the ego. The episode covers contraindications and precautions for breathwork, as well as the importance of working with a guide. Lecovin outlines a typical breathwork session, incorporating various breathing patterns, music, meditation, and i…

In this episode I have the great honor of interviewing someone I have admired for over 10-years. DR. Candice Esposito. Candice an expert in living calmly and navigating anxiety: In this episode we discuss: Overcoming anxiety through self-awareness and acceptance and how trauma and personal mis-alignment are the root of many illnesses. The healing trap; where we get stuck feeling we are broken. Being a health creator and creating a new reality. Nervous system regulation Presence a...

Highlights 0:00 🎙️ Dr. Rinde introduces the episode on mental health and the immune system with guest Dr. Emily Gutierrez .1:30 🧠 They discuss the relationship between mental health and changes in weather, seasons, and activity. 4:15 🍏 Dr. Gutierrez’s expertise lies in how nutrition and genetics impact mental function in conditions like ADHD and depression. 7:45 🧬 The immune system and neurotransmitters, like glutamate, play a role in mental health. 10:20 🧪 They explore the activation of the immune system through genetics and environmental triggers .15:10 🎓 Dr. Gutierrez’s journey to integrative and functional medicine started with her own struggle with postpartum depression. 18:30 🌐 She initially had a traditional medicine viewpoint but learned to bridge the gap with integrative approaches. 22:45 ⚙️ They discuss the importance of collaboration and listening to patients in providing the best outcomes .25:55 🌍 Mental health is influenced by the immune system, and chronic infla…

We had a delightful conversation about some areas that are emerging in digestive health such as the virome, the enteric nervous system, mitochondrial health, phage therapy, biofilm, small intestine microbiome, and the impact of ferments on food. She also shared about Ozone Therapy a treatment she uses in IBD flare-ups . Please enjoy! I am dedication this episode in honor of one of my core mentors in medicine and gastro health; Dr. Trina Seligman. In her honor , the podcast will be making donation the Crohn's and Colitis foundation once the episode reaches 100 plays.

Summary Dr. Adam Rinde interviews Dr. Ronesh Sinha, an expert in metabolic health, discussing topics such as insulin resistance, dyslipidemia, and obesity. They delve into the effects of lifestyle factors on metabolism and mitochondrial function, with a focus on South Asian health. Dr. Sinha emphasizes the importance of a balanced approach and finding sustainable lifestyle changes.

T- 💡 The last five years have seen significant progress in understanding the microbiome's role in IBS and SIBO. Dr. Pimentel highlights the importance of specific strains of bacteria, such as E.coli and Klebsiella, in causing disruptions in the gut. This knowledge opens new avenues for targeted treatments. - 💡 Methanogenesis and the presence of methanogens have been linked to constipation in IBS patients. Understanding the role of specific strains of methanogens and their interactions with other bacteria can lead to more effective long-term treatments. - 💡 Hydrogen sulfide has emerged as a key factor in IBS with diarrhea. The presence of certain bacteria, such as Desulfovibrio species, can lead to increased hydrogen sulfide production and worsen symptoms. Targeting these bacteria may help alleviate diarrhea in IBS patients. - 💡 The IBS Smart Test, which detects post-infectious IBS by measuring anti-vinculin and anti-CdtB antibodies, has been instrumental in diagnosing and understa…