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Author: Michael Smoak

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The HigherUp Podcast has one mission - to share easily implementable ways to improve your life. The host of this podcast is Michael Smoak, or HigherUpWellness on social media. I will be breaking down concepts and principles in the health and wellness space that are often complex and convoluted into easily digestible, actionable steps that you can do for low or no cost.

This podcast will be a combination of solo episodes and interview episodes of guests who embody the HigherUp lifestyle.
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Drop Your #StepCheck in the comments!Today I sit down with Todd Anderson, Former NFL Athlete and Current CEO of Dream Recovery. We discuss the importance of sleep per the clinical research, and how to get a higher quality of sleep through lifestyle and supplementation. Code HU on Dream Recovery | Performance Silk Sleep Mask | Dream Recovery Join my coaching community |Higherupwellness.com/bio Get 1 month free with WHOOP |https://join.whoop.com/us/en/higherupwellness/
I am hosting in person workshops starting September 5th! Link below to learn more. Higher Up X ImpaktDrop your #Stepcheck in the comments!Today I sat down with Chris Voss. The former head of Hostage Negotiation and Member of the Counter Terrorism Unit for the FBI. His book, Never Split The Difference, has sold over 2 million copies worldwide. This episode is a masterclass on understanding how negotiation fits into our every day lives.
If you liked todays episode,get your tickets to our in person workshops in below! Tampa - September 5thAtlanta - October 24Austin - December 4-6https://higherupwellness.com/tour-info?fbclid=PAZnRzaAMVVOpleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABp6OvRR9htILCg5gBlsTXJ0yVAn8cNrWHWGdpWDJE4uDBpcL7GfZSRyrO89CF_aem_tEfa_S8Ao0-ACiRo1i4xIg
Im doing 3 in person seminars in Tampa, Atlanta, and Austin! Hit the link below to grab your ticket and learn more. Higher Up X ImpaktDrop your #Stepcheck in the comments Donate to Kallup’s foundation:https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/23e5729d-60d5-4d70-9e7c-2c8bf3454b60I had the chance to sit down with Kallup McCoy, the man who ran across America. to discuss his story coming from addiction, the death of his father, to becoming a sub 3 marathoner
Drop your #stepcheck in the comments! This is a speaking event I had the opporunity to take on last month. If you would like to book me for your business to come speak, email mgmt@higherupwellness.com
Drop your #StepCheck in the comments! Today I sit down with Quinlan Walther. A true titan in the self development and personal growth space. We break down how to do the deep work we all fear and what freedom lies on the other side of that. I hope you enjoy. Quinlans Socials below.@Quinlanwalther on all platforms
DM me "FIT" If you want to join my coaching community and become a client! Drop your #stepcheck in the comments.Today we sit down with a true expert and one of my best friends, Dylan. We answer your questions as well as some of my own. He discusses how to optimize muscle building, fat loss, and how to build a business on social media as well as a whole lot more.
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Drop Your #StepCheck in the comments! Today I had the chance to sit down with Haley Cordova. She is known on Socials as @fueledbyfitness, and has powerful, profound perspectives on how to overcome anxiety, mental health struggles, and build a life that your proud of. Let me know what you thought of the episode and be sure to like, rate, follow, and subscribe so we can get the message to more people.
Drop your #StepCheck in the comments! In this episode we are joined by Greg O'gallagher, the founder of Kinobody. Frankly, this episode is a bro out. If you are interested in two guys chatting about training and nutrition in depth, this is the episode for you. Greg's Socials | @gregogallagher on all socials
Happy 50 episodes! Thank you all so much for being here. Drop your #Stepcheck in the comments!Justin Kelly is a prominent health and wellness influencer and the founder of PRSPR Wellness, a platform dedicated to holistic nutrition and functional medicine. With a Master's degree from USC and clinical ICU training, Justin specializes in personalized nutrition strategies aimed at healing the gut, balancing hormones, and achieving sustainable weight loss. His approach combines evidence-based science with practical lifestyle changes, empowering individuals to reclaim their health without restrictive diets or quick fixes. Through PRSPR Wellness, Justin offers top of the line supplements to empower clients to get the most out of their health. Justins socials | @jkelly6_ on IG @trainwithjk on TikTok
Drop your #StepCheck in the comments! This episode is a little different. It is a sneak peak of my time on the podcast "Travis Makes Friends" With Travis Chappell. I encourage you to go to his channel on whichever platform you listen to your podcasts on to go check out the full conversation! Travis' Socials | @Travischappell on Tiktok and Instagram, @travismakesfriends on Tiktok and instagram for the show.
Drop Your #stepcheck in the comments!Try Whoop free for one month: https://join.whoop.com/us/en/higherupwellness/Follower Questions:1. PindyCineda – Did you always know how to communicate / express your thoughts effectively?2. Stoooopiid – Tips to grow on social media platforms 3. Tvkwellness – how do I get over the fear of posting for the first time 4. Wesleysilvain – whats 1 thing you wish you could say to your 18-20 year old self5. Riley Mcbay – how do genetics come into play in fitness ? For example no one in my family has a butt6. Cayden5336 – What are your fitness non negotiables like stuff you do no matter what happens7. Bradymoulton5 – how important is enough water and how much should we actually be drinking daily?8. Jo2k_4 – Does ultra running effect testosterone?9. Wes.edgeworth – you rep the whoop and garmin every day. Should I get a whoop if I have an apple watch?10. Armaan_braich – coconut water or electrolyte powder? Is one better?11. Stefanbezanovski – Thoughts on extreme cutting? More than 500 cal deficit, muscle loss and metabolism?12. Dylirw – How do you train core? 13. Camillefletchall – how to move on after long term relationship ends?14. Fninin – Do you ever deal with feeling behind? How did you deal with it?15. Alexandra_ad7 – how to reverse from cut to maintenance without gaining a ton of weight 16. Keelankelly_3 – Can you go through your supplement routine? When and what you take?17. Bradyshelton372 – How does lack of sleep effect weight loss? Example I only get 4-6 hours per night.18. Avallopez – Any tips on building discipline?19. Watch it crash – What are the top 3 compound lifts for building muscle using progressive overload?20. Jakemoracaa – What are your top 3 tips for a successful cut?21. Theresaa_kap – How do you motivate loved ones to start taking their health seriously?22. Luke Jasinski – How did you differentiate yourself when building your brand?
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Drop your #Stepcheck in the comments!In this episode of The HigherUp Podcast, I sit down with Peter Crone — also known as The Mind Architect. Peter is a visionary in the world of human potential, performance, and inner freedom. His work helps people break free from the mental limitations and subconscious patterns that hold them back from living a fulfilled and authentic life. In our conversation, we dive into the power of perception, the stories we unknowingly live by, and how we can create a life rooted in freedom and possibility. This one’s deep, insightful, and potentially life-changing — I’m excited to share it with you.Peter's Socials | @petercrone on all platforms Peter's community and resources | PETER CRONEIf you liked the episode, be sure to give the show a rating and subscribe!
Drop your #StepCheck in the comments! Answering the following questions:How to reverse diet effectivelyHow to be a hybrid athleteWhy is REM sleep important?How do you calculate your calorie deficit? How to get to somebodys "Why" in a Sales processBreaking through weight loss plateaus"Big back" hunger strategies to stay fullWhat achievement in my life am I most proud of?Resources to learn about fitnessHow to deal with "being stuck"How to handle self doubtHow to properly bulkWhat is the line between healthy and eating disorders?Link to join the waitlist for my coaching | higherupwellness.com/bio
Drop your #StepCheck in the comments below! In this Episode of the podcast, we are joined by Sillz, known by some as the Kiwi King himself. We dive into the importance of focusing on micronutrients in the diet and the impact they had on him from battling with ADHD, to become a high performer in his 9-5 consulting job. If you are interested in joining my coaching community, go to the link below to learn more.higherupwellness.com/bioSillz Socials | @Sillzfit on IG @Sillz on TiktokMichael's Socials | @higherupwellness on all platforms
Drop your #StepCheck in the comments! In this episode, I sit down with Cru Mahoney. A content creator and coach with over a million followers across all social media platforms. Cru has mastered the monotonous. In this episode, we breakdown how he has run 1 mile every day for 6.5 years, and how he built bulletproof self belief through stacking proof his entire life.If you struggle with self belief, this is the episode for you.
Drop Your #StepCheck in the comments! In this episode, I answer your questions surrounding every major fitness myth floating around on the internet right now. Let me know what you thought of the episode!
Drop your #StepCheck in the comments!This episode was unplanned between myself, Gabriel Pinto, and Marten Jenkins. We discuss our businesses, personal lives, how to cope with death, and finding god amongst it all. Marten Jenkins is an Atlanta based entrepreneur with a background in Division 1 College sports as well as the creation of NIL in College Football.Gabriel Pinto is an Atlanta based Men's purpose coach, helping guys find their faith and clarity on their purpose in life.
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