The True Health Podcast

In this short episode, we're diving into two specific tools that can help you start (or re-start) your workout routine. This is not about having discipline or willpower, or magically finding time that didn't exist in your schedule a week ago.This is about how to *actually* do it -- whether you're getting into a fitness routine for the first time, or restarting after some time away. Find Ethan Online:- @ethanschiff (IG)- @optimizedhealthcoaching (IG)- ethan@optimizedhealthcoaching.com

The before and after photos can make any health journey seem intense, quick, and as though a switch was miraculously flipped. In reality, though, any health journey - with any goal - is far more nuanced and complicated. Today I am sharing three essentials from my personal journey, which included not just losing 130lbs but reprioritizing my life, my self-esteem, view of self, and everything in between. I am also sharing one regret that I look back on that to this day slightly haunts me still. It is something I did not realize in the moment but I can see so clearly now. Find Ethan Online:IG:⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/ethanschiff⁠⁠⁠E: ⁠⁠⁠⁠ethan@optimizedhealthcoaching.com⁠⁠Find Optimized Health:Free Health Coaching Consultation:⁠ ⁠https://forms.gle/8M9JXbMzwprgw2gU7⁠⁠Web:⁠ ⁠https://www.optimizedhealthcoaching.com/⁠⁠IG:⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/optimizedhealthcoaching/⁠⁠⁠

How old were you when you first began thinking about how your body should look during a specific season? Spring into summer is typically when the societal pressure starts to creep in to look a certain way - whether for an event, a trip, or the season as a whole. Today we're exploring why that is, sharing how that used to come up for me, and providing helpful alternatives.If you haven’t yet, please Follow, Subscribe or Download the show on your preferred podcasting platform, leave a 5-star rating and a review, and if you like it, share it with a friend, as all of this allows the show to reach - and ultimately help - more people. Thanks so much!Find Ethan Online:Free Health Coaching Consultation: ⁠https://forms.gle/8M9JXbMzwprgw2gU7⁠Web: https://www.optimizedhealthcoaching.com/⁠Ethan IG: https://www.instagram.com/ethanschiff⁠⁠OH IG: https://www.instagram.com/optimizedhealthcoaching/⁠⁠Email: ethan@optimizedhealthcoaching.com⁠

My guest today is my dear friend Adam Christie. Adam is a Men’s Group Facilitator and somatic practitioner whose journey has been one of profound healing, violence and loss.Following an Infantry combat tour in his 20's, he began a search for himself, spending long weekends meditating at a Zen Monastery in Upstate New York. While talk therapy was helpful, the deepest growth he discovered was in Men’s Work and communal healing. With several certifications and years of facilitating men’s groups, his purpose is to create a safe and inspiring container for men to reclaim, and hold themselves accountable, to the life they deserve.___Men’s Retreat Details:Adam and I are co-leading a Men’s Retreat, Sat May 10 in Sebastopol, CA. For details, visit ⁠www.optimizedhealthcoaching.com/retreat⁠___Find Adam OnlineWeb: http://www.adamchristie.org/IG: https://www.instagram.com/healing_masculine/Find Ethan Online:Free Health Coaching Consultation: ⁠https://forms.gle/8M9JXbMzwprgw2gU7⁠Web: https://www.optimizedhealthcoaching.com/⁠Ethan IG: https://www.instagram.com/ethanschiff⁠⁠OH IG: https://www.instagram.com/optimizedhealthcoaching/⁠⁠Email: ethan@optimizedhealthcoaching.com⁠

My guest today is Brittany Hatcher, a dedicated Breathwork Facilitator, Reiki Master, and Somatic Coach, whose work foundations are rooted in the principles of Spiritual Psychology. Brittany specializes in mentoring teens, helping them accept and value their individual gifts, as they navigate the often confusing and difficult transition to adulthood, as well as working with teens facing mental health challenges and addiction. Her firsthand experience with her son, a pediatric cancer survivor, has also placed a special interest and skill in helping mothers and caregivers of cancer patients, or other traumatic and stressful life events. Her approach integrates mindfulness techniques, various somatic practices, energy healing, and the profound insights of spiritual psychology to support people of all backgrounds, through their journey towards mental and emotional well-being. Find Brittany Online: - Web: https://www.bthevibeco.com/ - IG: https://www.instagram.com/bthevibe.co/ - Book Here Find Ethan Online: IG:⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/ethanschiff⁠⁠ E: ⁠⁠⁠ethan@optimizedhealthcoaching.com ⁠ Find Optimized Health: Free Health Coaching Consultation: ⁠https://forms.gle/8M9JXbMzwprgw2gU7⁠ Web: ⁠https://www.optimizedhealthcoaching.com/⁠ IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/optimizedhealthcoaching/⁠⁠

In today's episode, we unpack WHY New Years Resolutions typically just don't work, and HOW to set smarter health goals, any time of year. Plus, we walk through my personal 130lb weight loss journey, and the habit tool I used to not just hit my goals, but keep habits sticking many years later. Click to join the free 10-week Healthy Habits Group in Petaluma (starts Jan 14) Find & Work With Ethan: - Sign up for the newsletter, with quick health tips, recipes, and recommendations. No spam ever. - To inquire about health coaching, fill out the consultation form here to book a free consultation. - Follow @ethanschiff and @optimizedhealthcoaching - Email ethan@optimizedhealthcoaching.com

In today's short episode, we go through a few key reflections and reminders for the holiday season. This episode is for anyone who can feel conflicted this time of year, torn between their wellness routines and the desire for indulgence, or anyone who has ever waited until January to start a health routine. Find Ethan Online: IG:⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/ethanschiff⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠⁠ethan@optimizedhealthcoaching.com⁠ Work With Optimized Health: Free Consultation: ⁠https://forms.gle/8M9JXbMzwprgw2gU7⁠ Web: ⁠https://www.optimizedhealthcoaching.com/⁠ IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/optimizedhealthcoaching/⁠⁠

If you occasionally carve out an hour for self-care... what does that make the rest of your life? In this episode, we are doing a deep dive on rethinking Self Care, including: Self Care as Marketing Self Care as Simplicity Self Care as Self-Advocacy Self Care as Discomfort Find Ethan Online: IG:⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/ethanschiff⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠⁠ethan@optimizedhealthcoaching.com⁠ Work With Optimized Health: Free Consultation: ⁠https://forms.gle/8M9JXbMzwprgw2gU7⁠ Web: ⁠https://www.optimizedhealthcoaching.com/⁠ IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/optimizedhealthcoaching/⁠⁠

After several months off from podcasting, it feels so good to be back. Here is a quick snapshot of the last few months, what I've learned, and where I am today. Find Ethan Online: IG:⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/ethanschiff⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠⁠ethan@optimizedhealthcoaching.com⁠

My guest today is Molly McGuire. As an Integrative Health Coach, through her practice Feel Food With Molly, she advocates for a simple and straightforward approach to holistic health, believing in the inherent potential for everyone to feel good in their bodies.  But Molly’s personal journey into the health and wellness space is a powerful one, that reminder her sometimes we need to keep it simple, and step into our wellness in baby steps, without the final destination being clear. Find Molly Online: Web: https://www.feelgoodwithmolly.com/ IG: @feelgoodwithmolly Find Ethan & Optimized Health Online: Free Health Coaching Consultation: ⁠https://forms.gle/8M9JXbMzwprgw2gU7⁠ Web: https://www.optimizedhealthcoaching.com/⁠ Ethan IG: https://www.instagram.com/ethanschiff⁠⁠ OH IG: https://www.instagram.com/optimizedhealthcoaching/⁠⁠ Email: ethan@optimizedhealthcoaching.com⁠

My guest today is Vinny Crispino. Vinny was an 8-time All-American D1 athlete with over 33 Colorado State swimming records - before he broke his back in a surfing accident.
 Bedridden from pain and feeling defeated, he discovered the power of Movement Therapy + Corrective Exercise, and has since committed his life to supporting others on their healing journey. Today he is the founder of The Pain Academy, where he’s helped thousands of people around the world get out of pain and regain their sense of well-being. Find Vinny Online: Web: https://painacademy.net/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/painacademy Get Started With a Free Routine: https://new.painacademy.net/free/ Find Ethan Online: IG:⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/ethanschiff⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠⁠ethan@optimizedhealthcoaching.com⁠ Work With Optimized Health: Free Consultation: ⁠https://forms.gle/8M9JXbMzwprgw2gU7⁠ Web: ⁠https://www.optimizedhealthcoaching.com/⁠ IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/optimizedhealthcoaching/⁠⁠

This episode is a must-listen for any parent wanting to raise a healthy child. Lauren Bryson is a Board Certified Holistic Nutritionist, kids cooking instructor, podcast host, corporate wellness facilitator & entrepreneur. She has taught nutrition education and hands-on cooking classes to students as young as 4 and as wise as 95.  Today we are talking through her experience working with kids, and some practical tips for parents and families to improve their child’s nutrition and overall relationship with food. Episode topics include: Gut health at all age Navigating unhealthy kids school lunches Involving kids in the kitchen at home Navigating "picky eaters" "Sneaky veggies" Family dinners without distraction Lauren Recommends: - Eat Smarter Family Cookbook - Healthy Kids, Happy Kids Find Lauren Online: Free Gut Health Guidebook: https://www.laurenemersonwellness.com/guthealthguidebook  Website: www.laurenemersonwellness.com  Seasonal Reset Programs: https://www.laurenemersonwellness.com/seasonalreset  Podcast: https://goplayinthedirt.buzzsprout.com  IG: https://www.instagram.com/laurenemersonwellness/  Find Ethan Online: IG:⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/ethanschiff⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠⁠ethan@optimizedhealthcoaching.com⁠ Work With Optimized Health: Free Consultation: ⁠https://forms.gle/8M9JXbMzwprgw2gU7⁠ Web: ⁠https://www.optimizedhealthcoaching.com/⁠ IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/optimizedhealthcoaching/⁠⁠

What would it look like to inspire yourself? Are you comparing your body to your friends? How about a stranger? How about an edited photo of someone that isn't even real on the internet? Is your self of self-worth attached to your workouts, or how "clean" you ate? These are some of the questions we explore today. I hope you get something from the conversation. Health Coaching Website and Free Consultation: www.optimizedhealthcoaching.com Contact Ethan: ethan@optimizedhealthcoaching.com

My guest today is Emi Frey, a certified Pilates Instructor, personal trainer, and health coach from New York City. Her digital studio, Emi Moves, and overall training philosophy encourages us to move to be our best selves — on and off the mat.  Her inspiration comes from dealing with her own body image journey after losing nearly 40 pounds and experiencing disordered eating and over training. A former group fitness veteran, Emi has taught for Alo, Barry’s, Good Day Pilates, and Equinox.  *Emi is kindly offering our podcast listeners a discounted remote private session rate, with code TRUEHEALTH on her website, so be sure to check that out. Find Emi Online: Web: www.emimoves.com IG: http://www.instagram.com/emimoves *Discounted remote private session rate with code TRUEHEALTH Find Ethan Online: IG:⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/ethanschiff⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠⁠ethan@optimizedhealthcoaching.com⁠ Work With Optimized Health: Free Consultation: ⁠https://forms.gle/8M9JXbMzwprgw2gU7⁠ Web: ⁠https://www.optimizedhealthcoaching.com/⁠ IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/optimizedhealthcoaching/⁠⁠

My guest today is Alexis Conason (who you may know from her popular Instagram page that I personally love, @theantidietplan). She is a clinical psychologist and certified eating disorder specialist in private practice in New York City. Alexis is the owner of Conason Psychological Services, a weight-inclusive therapy practice specializing in the treatment of binge eating disorder, disordered eating, and body image. She is the founder of The Anti-Diet Plan - an online mindful eating program, and is also the author of The Diet-Free Revolution: 10 Steps to Free Yourself from the Diet-Cycle with Mindful Eating and Radical Self-Acceptance. Episode Topics Include: Defining disordered eating Gender differences in diagnosing Mindful Eating Hunger Cues Navigating Comments on Your Body Fitness Culture vs Healthy Movement Does Anti-Diet Mean Anti-Health? Self Acceptance and Self-Worth Find Alexis Online: - Web: www.drconason.com.  - IG: @TheAntiDietPlan - Mindful Eating Course & Coaching: https://www.theantidietplan.com/ - Psychology (available in NY, VT, CT, FL): www.conasonpsychologicalservices.com - The Diet-Free Revolution (book) Find Ethan Online: Web:⁠ https://www.optimizedhealthcoaching.com/⁠⁠ IG (OH): ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/optimizedhealthcoaching/⁠⁠ IG:⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/ethanschiff⁠ Email: ⁠⁠ethan@optimizedhealthcoaching.com

This short episode gives an overview of what Integrative Health Coaching is (and what it's not). We walk through how we at Optimized Health approach health, and some key concepts to help you personalize a lasting approach to health for life. 30% off health coaching, if you reach out by June 15, 2024. Contact Us https://www.optimizedhealthcoaching.com/ ethan@optimizedhealthcoaching.com

Today we are focusing on a concept that seems to be at the root of essentially every conversation I’ve had with anyone working on their patterns, relationships and self… and that is a deep dive into Attachment Theory.  To help, I've called on my dear friend Emily Wolf McMane, an experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Forest Therapy Guide with 15+ years of professional experience as a mental health provider. Emily has worked with a diverse range of clients, addressing various concerns including depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, family conflict, work stress, and burnout. Find Emily Online: https://www.emilywolfmcmane.com/ Work with Emily: https://emilywolfmcmane.clientsecure.me/request/service Web:⁠ https://www.optimizedhealthcoaching.com/⁠⁠ IG (OH): ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/optimizedhealthcoaching/⁠⁠ IG:⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/ethanschiff⁠ Email: ⁠⁠ethan@optimizedhealthcoaching.com

Today, I am aiming to normalize the reality that, no matter who you are, your goals, or your starting point... this sh*t is hard. Leading with vulnerability, today I am sharing 7 times I cried throughout my health journey. Hopefully this gives a glimpse into the reality of the emotional and physical work it took me through my 130lb weight loss journey - but more importantly, to hopefully validate the hard feelings you might encounter during the difficult but worthwhile journey to unlock your true self. Let's do this. Work With Optimized Health: Web:⁠ https://www.optimizedhealthcoaching.com/⁠⁠ IG (OH): ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/optimizedhealthcoaching/⁠⁠ Find Ethan Online: IG:⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/ethanschiff⁠⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠ethan@optimizedhealthcoaching.com

Today's guest you may recognize as Katie Burton - aka "Coach Katie" - one of our amazing health coaches at Optimized Health. But did you know Katie is also a certified emotional eating coach? Her new 6-week small group online program "Exploring Emotional Eating" begins in early May, and we're using today to get a taste of all things emotional eating. Episode topics include: What is emotional eating? All of us are emotional eaters Stress and stress-eating Addiction and coping mechanisms Trigger, Routine, Response cycle Sleep and our eating Self-talk, mindset, and body image Balancing body acceptance and health goals All listeners get $50 off Katie's program with code "OHVIP" at checkout! Find Katie Online: Emotional Eating Group Program: https://www.optimizedhealthcoaching.com/program IG: https://www.instagram.com/capable.health Find Ethan Online: IG:⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/ethanschiff⁠ Email: ⁠⁠ethan@optimizedhealthcoaching.com Work With Optimized Health: Free Consultation: https://forms.gle/8M9JXbMzwprgw2gU7 Web: https://www.optimizedhealthcoaching.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/optimizedhealthcoaching/⁠

This episode is for anyone currently in a routine who might benefit from auditing and upgrading what they’re doing, or for someone without an ongoing routine wanting to decide what is best for them. I walk through 3 pros and cons of each, as well as talking about navigating workout classes on a limited budget, and I think you’re going to get a lot out of this one. Find Ethan Online: Web:⁠ https://www.optimizedhealthcoaching.com/⁠⁠ IG (OH): ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/optimizedhealthcoaching/⁠⁠ IG:⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/ethanschiff⁠ Email: ⁠⁠ethan@optimizedhealthcoaching.com