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Bodyholic with Di | Your Health and Fitness Beyond Myths
Bodyholic with Di: Debunking Health & Weight Loss Myths for Sustainable Results
Tired of navigating the overwhelming and often misleading world of health and fitness on social media? Welcome to Bodyholic with Di, the authoritative podcast that meticulously dissects popular health myths, weight loss fads, and nutrition misinformation. Hosted by Di, a health and fitness entrepreneur, public health expert, and author of 'Rip It Up For Good,' this podcast delivers science-backed strategies for sustainable weight loss, holistic health, and long-term wellness.
Each episode provides actionable insights and evidence-based guidance to help you achieve your fitness goals, optimize your nutrition, and transform your body and mind. We cut through the noise, offering clear, concise, and trustworthy information to empower you on your journey to a healthier, more vibrant life. Whether you're looking for fat loss strategies, muscle gain tips, metabolism insights, debunked diet trends, or simply to improve your overall well-being, 'Bodyholic with Di' is your essential resource for real results without the hype.
Subscribe now to uncover the truth about health, fitness, and building a truly sustainable lifestyle.
Episodes
87 episodes
Why Wiping Walls After Wildfire Smoke Isn’t Enough
A house can survive a wildfire and still become unlivable. Dr. Joe Nieusma, a seasoned industrial toxicologist from the pharma world, walks us through what really lingers after smoke: ash, soot, heavy metals, stubborn PAHs, and the headliners—d...
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Creatine, Clear And Simple
What if one evidence-backed supplement could help you push out those last two reps, keep your mind clear when fatigue hits, and protect your bones as you age? We take a hard look at creatine—what it is, how it fuels ATP production, and why it d...
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What Matters Most If GLP-1 Vanished Tomorrow
Dr. Christle Guevarra and Di dig into a practical guide for pairing GLP-1 medications with smart training and simple nutrition, and why these same basics help anyone build strength and keep results. She share red flags for underfueling, the cas...
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Perimenopause, Plainly Explained with Dr. Michael Lavie
We unpack why so many women in their 40s feel “off” before cycles change, how hormone fluctuations drive anxiety and sleep loss, and when lifestyle fixes or hormone therapy make the biggest difference. We also discuss PCOS, ultrasound clues, an...
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Stop Letting Apps Tell You How To Feel
Ever feel like your watch knows more about your body than you do? We flip that script by showing how to rebuild interoception—your internal dashboard—and use it alongside data so you can train smarter, recover faster, and perform better without...
Sleep, Steps, And Snacks: The Recovery Trifecta Your Trainer Forgot
Think your gains come from grinding harder? The real breakthrough happens when you master recovery. We unpack a simple framework—rest, repair, reset—that turns training stress into strength, better sleep, clearer thinking, and steady fat loss w...
Build A Healthier Life By Starting Absurdly Small And Staying Consistent
We lay out a simple, research-backed system for lasting habit change built on absurdly small actions, smart anchors, and environments that make good choices easy. We reframe setbacks as data, plan for the messy middle, and argue for autonomous ...
How to Trigger Endorphins, Sharpen Insulin Sensitivity, And Build A Reserve For Healthy Aging
The story of training changes when you see it through hormones, not hype. We dig into how movement sparks endorphins in the first 10 to 15 minutes, why that steady release lifts mood and raises pain tolerance, and how those early minutes are th...
The Science-Backed Daily Habits That Actually Improve Your Health
In this powerful Season 1 opener of Bodyholic with Di, we break down the 5 daily habits that are proven by science to improve your health — no matter your age, fitness level, or lifestyle. These aren’t trends, fads, or hacks. These are the habi...
GLP-1 Effect: What Happens to Your Habits, Hunger, and Health?
Join me as I host Dr. Christle Guevarra, DO, MS, CAQSM Dr. Guevarra holds a Master of Science in Chemistry from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Western University of Health Sciences. Ch...
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Dom Clegg on Mental Training, Self-Talk, and What Really Matters
Controlling the Controllables with Coach Dom CleggIn this episode, I sit down with Coach Dom Clegg — performance coach, mindset mentor, and founder of A1PHA Pack — to dive into the powerful idea of ...
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Optimizing Body Composition After 35: A Conversation with Virginia Kinkel
The aging process begins earlier than most women realize. Around 35, subtle shifts in hormones start affecting everything from energy levels to how and where your body stores fat. Yet few women understand why their trusted fitness and nutrition...
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Cold Water Immersion: Recovery Tool or Progress Killer?
The fitness world is awash with recovery methods promising miraculous results, but what does science actually tell us about cold water immersion? This deep-dive episode cuts through anecdotal claims to reveal compelling evidence about ice baths...
Creatine Isn't Just for Bros: A Supplement Revolution
The supplement industry has exploded from a $1 billion market in the 1990s to over $50 billion today, but with this growth comes confusion, misinformation, and products that prioritize marketing over efficacy. In this eye-opening conversation w...
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The Gut-Muscle Axis: How Your Microbiome Dictates Your Gains
The gut microbiome serves as a crucial regulator of muscle growth and fitness performance through nutrient absorption, inflammation control, and neurotransmitter production. Your digestive health creates a foundation for building muscle, im...
Bodybuilding Competition: The Untold Mental & Lifestyle Challenges
What really happens when someone prepares for a bodybuilding competition? Virginia Kinkel pulls back the curtain on the shocking realities that competitors face – and they go far beyond just diet and exercise.Kinkel, a 20-year fitness in...
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Mastering Macros: The Carbon Diet Coach Guide
Dive into the science of macronutrients with nutrition expert John Ybarra from Carbon Diet Coach as we unpack the often misunderstood world of macro tracking. This conversation transforms what many ...
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Your Wellness Business Can Thrive Without Burning You Out
Ever wonder why some wellness professionals struggle financially despite exceptional skills and genuine passion? The secret might be simpler than you think.Meet Alison Katschkowsky, a 30-year fitness industry veteran who rebuilt her ent...
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Beyond the Burn: Mastering Recovery for Long-Term Fitness - The Role of Sleep & Overtraining
Ever wondered if that post-workout soreness means you're making progress or potentially sabotaging your gains? This deep dive into the fatigue spectrum reveals crucial distinctions that could save your training regimen—and possibly your athleti...
Muscle Growth Breakthrough: Lessons From My First Protein Challenge
What makes the difference between random workouts and true physical transformation? The Bodyholic Protein Challenge answers this question by combining cutting-edge science with practical application. This isn't about mindlessly lifting weights ...
Brain Gains Rant
Your fitness journey begins between your ears. That mind muscle connection isn't motivational fluff—it's backed by science and could be the key to unlocking your physical potential.Here’s to your wellness and wellbeing! Xo, DiR...
Value-Driven Luxury: Pauline Brown on the Future of Wellness Brands
What is luxury in the age of wellness? On this episode of Bodyholic, Di talks with Pauline Brown, former Chairman of North America at LVMH, to uncover the surprising evolution of luxury. Pauline shares her expert perspective on how luxury has s...
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Brain Training for Everyone with Dr. Konstantin Sonkin
Forget everything you thought you knew about physical training. This week, we dive into the revolutionary power of mental visualization in sports and beyond. Dr. Konstantin Sonkin reveals how "muscle memory" is actually a sophisticated mind-bod...
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Enough with the Teen Body Obsession! A Rant for Women Everywhere
This week's episode is a rant, a call to action, and a much-needed conversation about the toxic obsession with women looking like teenagers. I recently saw an article praising a woman for having the "body of a 16-year-old," and it just… it made...
Are Six Pack Abs Realistic? A Nutritionist Explains
Dreaming of a six-pack? This episode is your ultimate guide! I'm joined by Rotem Lahav, registered clinical dietician and my Hebrew podcast co-host, to separate fact from fiction about achieving those coveted abs. We discuss nutrition, tr...
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