Today’s DOC TALK:
Even 15 minutes of exercise can significantly enhance your metabolism and help you lose those extra pounds. Short sessions of movement, especially interval training that involves some sort of cross training types of movements, can help prevent weight gain and even result in healthy weight loss – Dr Michael Brown. 
15 minutes of exercise, a simple eating plan that works for you, breathing correctly for 3-6 minutes per day, and ending your showers with cold water will in essence perform miracles in these areas:
- Enhancing your metabolism and thus helping with healthy weight loss
- Improve the function of your lymphatic system which can enhance detoxification
- Balance your endocrine system improving blood sugar and insulin levels
- Strengthen and optimize your immune system
- Elevate your serotonin and other neurotransmitters resulting in a better mood, increased energy, and happier, more joyful attitude towards life
MIX UP WHAT YOU DO!
- With regards to exercise – change things up and do what you love: walk one time, ride a bike another, hike, lift weights, use an elliptical machine… just mix it up so that more muscle groups and body systems are involved.
- Dr Brown’s philosophy – just get out and move – do things you love to do whether its walking, hiking, running, biking, tennis, racketball, golf, weight lifting, snowboard, ski, yoga, pilates, etc
- BREATHE… Check out the Wim Hof Method and learn how to use simple breathing techniques and a structured, therapeutic exposure to cold (via cold showering) to optimize health, metabolism, immune system function, and overall well-being. Wim’s exercises WORK!!!! Download his App to really learn his breathing techniques and exercises. The App is super helpful!
PICK A HEALTHIER WAY OF EATING THAT WORKS BEST FOR YOU!
- There is NO “one way of eating” that is right for everyone. You have to find what works best for you, your body, your beliefs, and your lifestyle.
- Consider a Mediterranean diet – healthy fats, more fish, lean animal proteins, mild to moderate red wine consumption, fruits & veggies – this is the most studied diet in the world and is a very healthy way of eating
- Are you a MEAT EATER? For those of you who are – consider the CARNIVORE CODE diet by Paul Saladino, MD – this way of eating is also a very healthy option for many!
- Also – check out Jame’s Smith book – NOT A DIET BOOK – this is a no nonsense guide to eating and exercising that works!
ACTION STEPS
Download the Wim Hof App from the App Store – do his 30 day challenge that incorporates breathing, push ups, and cold showering. It will change your life SIGNIFICANTLY for the BETTER on almost EVERY LEVEL!
- Get your heart rate to go up and down during your workout session. For example, if you are walking, maybe walk at at pace you can carry on a conversation for the first three minutes then walk at a pace for a minute or two that is fast enough that it is tough to carry on a conversation then alternate back and forth this way for 15 – 30 minutes.
- You can do this with walking, running, hiking, biking, weight lifting, etc. Just get your heart rate to go up and down.
- Add in a healthy “way of eating” and you will REALLY lose that unwanted weight!
- Check out the below link for a no non-sense way of eating and exercising to lose weight” by James Smith.
Check out Jame’s Smith’s book – “Not A Diet Book” – I’ve been following this guy for a while now on social media and is probably one of the best people to turn to to advice in regards to fitness and healthy weight-loss. He shoots from the hip, holds no punches, and is SPOT ON! https://www.jamessmithacademy.com/not-a-diet-book/
- Download the Wim Hof Method App – do his 30 Day Challenge – it will change your life!
- Follow Paul Saladino, MD; James Smith, and Wim Hof on Instagram and FaceBook
- Do you need more information or wanting to develop a health plan that works – call and schedule an appointment with Dr Brown at 913-333-8798 or via email at [email protected]
- If you would like to know more about Naturopathic Medicine or want to know if this type of an approach can help with your condition – consider a Free 15 minute consultation with a licensed Naturopathic Doctor.
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15 Minute Workout, Simple Eating Plan, Breathing, Cold Showering = Healthy Weight Loss Healthy Life