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Discover the secret to thriving outside your comfort zone with Ginger Naylor, CEO of Outward Bound USA. 

In this inspiring conversation, Ginger shares how wilderness adventures help kids and adults build resilience, face discomfort, and uncover their true potential. Learn why stepping into the unknown fosters personal growth, how Outward Bound uses outdoor challenges to teach life-changing lessons, and the transformative power of "threshold moments." Whether you're an outdoors enthusiast or seeking ways to stretch your limits, this video will motivate you to embrace discomfort and grow stronger.

We are particularly excited about joining Ginger for The Reset, happening on January 24th and led by Outward Bound. This is a nationwide invitation to step away from screens and schedules, get outside, move your body, and reconnect with the kind of challenge and perspective that only nature can provide. No apps, no optimization, no performance metrics. Just time outdoors, intentional discomfort, and the chance to reset your nervous system in the most human way possible.

What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeWhy resilience doesn’t come from comfort — but from manageable challenge
How outdoor education helps kids discover identity, confidence, and capability
What “threshold moments” are — and why they drive real growth
Why reflection matters as much as the experience itself
How wilderness exposure shapes empathy, leadership, and perseverance
Why being alone without distraction is increasingly rare — and powerful

Key Highlights: (00:00) – Intro
(00:31) – Wilderness Awareness and Why It’s Fading
(07:48) – What Outward Bound Really Is (And Isn’t)
(11:16) – Threshold Moments and Why Growth Starts at the Edge
(14:25) – Discomfort as a Skill, Not a Side Effect
(19:08) – The Cultural Shift Away from Wilderness
(23:04) – The Solo Experience: Being Alone With Yourself
(28:38) – What Happens After Students Leave Outward Bound
(32:10) – Why Reflection Turns Experience Into Growth
(36:45) – Technology, Childhood, and Rebalancing Attention
(41:22) – Wilderness as a Gateway to Conservation
(46:08) – Parenting, Protection, and Letting Kids Struggle
(51:14) – Resilience as a Life Skill, Not an Adventure Skill
(56:02) – Why These Experiences Matter More Than Ever
(1:01:10) – Final Reflections on Growth, Identity, and Independence

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What if the key to longevity isn’t found in your heart, your brain, or your hormones — but in your muscle?

In this episode of The Ready State Podcast, Dr. Gabrielle Lyon explains why skeletal muscle is the most overlooked organ in modern medicine and how its decline quietly drives aging, disease, and loss of independence. Drawing from her work in nutrition, geriatrics, and muscle-centric medicine, Lyon breaks down how strength training, protein intake, and daily movement protect metabolic health, resilience, and mental clarity as we age. From preventing sarcopenia to rethinking weight loss, GLP-1 drugs, and what it really means to age well, this conversation offers practical insights for anyone who wants to stay strong, capable, and useful for life. If you care about longevity, this episode reframes the conversation — starting with muscle!

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE
Why cardiovascular disease, diabetes, obesity, and dementia often begin in skeletal muscle
What “muscle-centric medicine” means — and why it challenges modern healthcare
Why building muscle for longevity is the important thing you can do
How GLP-1 drugs could unintentionally accelerate muscle loss and sabotage longevity
Why body fat percentage misses the real metabolic problem
How resistance training protects the brain, joints, and metabolism
The protein framework Lyon uses in clinical practice
Why movement is the fastest path to physical and mental freedom

TIMESTAMPS
(00:00) - Dr. Gabrielle Lyon
(01:20) - What Kind of Doctor Are You
(06:45) - Muscle-Centric Medicine Explained
(14:18) - Vitality Blueprint: $50 Off Plans
(16:45) - Role of a Muscle-Centric Physician
(19:15) - Muscle: The Organ of Longevity
(24:04) - Muscle Mass and Dementia Prevention
(27:10) - Fear of Resistance Training
(29:55) - Concerns About Being Too Bulky
(33:20) - LMNT
(35:00) - Subscribe to the Podcast
(32:50) - Importance of Healthy Muscle Mass
(40:00) - Best Ways to Measure Health Aging
(44:27) - Nutrition Insights
(50:07) - Staying Forever Young
(51:23) - Start Your Momentous Journey
(53:20) - The Forever Strong Playbook Overview
(54:15) - Understanding GLP-1s
(57:47) - Muscle-Centric Strength Program Overview
(59:35) - Expectations from The Forever Strong Playbook
(1:00:25) - Dr. Lyon’s addition to the Infinite Shelf
(1:01:11) - Finding Dr. Gabrielle Lyon

Huge thanks to our sponsors, Vitality, Momentous, and LMNT.

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Discover how to become a humble, hungry, happy person, that kicks butt into your 90s.

In this episode, world-class strength & conditioning coach Ben Bergeron shares his holistic approach to long-term fitness, strength, and mental resilience. Learn how creating supportive environments, building strong connections, and focusing on key pillars—eat, sleep, train, think, connect—can help you crush your goals and stay fit for life. Whether you're training for life's challenges or simply want to feel great and pain-free, Ben’s insights will inspire you to kick butt into your 90s. Don’t miss this motivational deep dive into optimizing health and happiness!
What You'll Learn in This EpisodeWhy elite performance is about sustainability, not intensity
How discipline creates freedom in training and leadership
The difference between being busy and being effective
Why emotional regulation is a performance skill
How to avoid burnout while still pushing limits
What world-class athletes understand about consistency
Why values-based systems outperform motivation
Key Highlights: (00:00) - Intro
(02:49) - Key System Mistakes for Everyday Athletes
(09:35) - Creating a Movement Rich Environment
(10:44) - Feeling Seen and Sense of Belonging
(17:45) - Building Community in Fitness
(18:50) - Evolution of Training Philosophy
(20:50) - Embracing "Yes, And" in Fitness
(22:56) - Shifts in Ben’s Fitness Perspective
(25:28) - Best Practices in Training Implementation
(28:58) - Changes in the Fitness Landscape Over 20 Years
(32:17) - Fitness as a Standalone Discipline
(35:03) - Hydration with LMNT
(37:35) - Momentous: Creatine Chews
(46:01) - Importance of Fun in Training
(47:00) - Squatting and Deadlifting After 40
(50:03) - Current Obsessions in Fitness
(52:36) - Character vs Personality in Training
(58:21) - Training Character Development
(01:01:00) - Changing Your Mindset for Fitness
(01:05:30) - Transformative Impact of Training Methods
(01:09:40) - Infinite Shelf
(01:11:39) - Finding Ben Online
(01:13:06) - Join the Starrett System

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Did you know your oral health is directly tied to your longevity? 

In this eye-opening conversation, Dr. Kenny Brown, Stanford-educated oral and maxillofacial surgeon, unpacks the shocking link between dental hygiene and overall health and wellness. Discover how bacteria in your mouth can impact your heart, brain, gut, and even reproductive system, and why gum disease could be silently affecting your body’s performance. Learn the dos and don’ts of brushing, flossing, and tongue cleaning, bust common oral health myths, and explore groundbreaking innovations like the Feno Smartbrush that could revolutionize your routine. Whether it’s preventing chronic inflammation or improving systemic health, this episode is packed with actionable tips that could transform your wellness journey. Don’t miss out—your health starts here!

What You'll Learn in This EpisodeWhy oral bacteria travel to the heart, brain, joints, and gut
The difference between brushing “daily” and brushing correctly
Why only 3 out of 10 people brush properly — and just 1 in 10 floss
What bleeding gums actually mean (hint: inflammation, not “brushing too hard”)
The connection between gum disease and chronic illness, diabetes, heart conditions, and preterm labor
Why panoramic X-rays and cone-beam CT scans matter
How root canals can hide silent infections
Whether oral care is improving or declining — and why
How Zyn, vaping, and nicotine damage gum tissue and affect wellness
Why nasal breathing and airway health matter for kids and adults
The future of oral hygiene: AI, microbiome testing, and automated brushing

Chapters(00:00) - Intro
(00:39) - How Often to Brush Teeth
(04:10) - Mouth as Gateway to the Body
(09:12) - Proper Tooth Brushing Techniques
(11:39) - Importance of Flossing
(13:03) - Benefits of Mouthwash
(14:15) - Manual vs. Electric Toothbrush
(15:34) - Teeth Whitening
(17:03) - Understanding Root Canals
(22:17) - Oral Health and Overall Wellness
(29:40) - Hope for Non-Flossers
(31:52) - Gum and Dental Health
(33:55) - Effects of Mouth Breathing
(38:39) - Nicotine and Oral Health Risks
(44:32) - Innovations in Oral Care
(47:19) - Current Trends in Oral Health
(55:22) - A book for our Infinite Shelf
(57:11) - Finding Dr. Kenny Brown
(58:28) - The Starrett System’s Durability Challenge

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What if strength isn’t just physical, but emotional and cultural too?

Award-winning journalist Bonnie Tsui, author of Why We Swim and On Muscle, explores how our muscles tell the story of who we are — our adaptability, creativity, and joy in motion.

On this episode of The Ready State Podcast, Juliet and Kelly Starrett sit down with Bonnie to unpack how muscle links the brain and body and reshapes how we think about strength, beauty, and being alive.

What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeWhy muscle is more than physical strength — it’s an endocrine organ that communicates with the brain.
How Bonnie’s unconventional childhood shaped her lifelong fascination with the body.
The cultural myths that still shape how we view women’s bodies and power.
Why play and access to movement are essential across every stage of life.
How muscle’s adaptability makes it a symbol of hope and renewal.
The one simple practice Bonnie recommends for everyone: “Lift something heavy for you”
Key Highlights: (00:00) - Intro
(01:25) - Importance of Muscle
(03:52) - Parental Influence on Fitness
(07:56) - Debunking Muscle Myths
(12:35) - Understanding Muscle Physiology
(15:52) - Surprising Facts About Muscle
(18:50) - Women and Muscle Development
(23:15) - Trends in Women's Fitness
(27:38) - Access and Inclusion in Fitness
(30:11) - Resilience of Muscle Tissue
(31:13) - Muscle Regeneration Process
(32:44) - Interview with Matthew Sanford
(37:10) - Curiosity in Muscle Science
(43:28) - Daily Muscle Care Tips
(45:47) - Closing Remarks
(47:14) - Bonnie adds a book to our Infinite Shelf
(48:00) - Connecting with Bonnie
SponsorsThis episode of The Ready State Podcast is brought to you by LMNT and Momentous.