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From Surviving To Thriving

Do you feel like you’re merely surviving and barely getting by? Or are you doing fine physically but feeling unfulfilled mentally, emotionally, and spiritually? If so, there’s something you need to…

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ATG Training Methods

Learn ATG training methods from Portland's expert. Discover knees over toes exercises, backward walking, and Athletic Truth Group fundamentals.

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Nutrition

It's Time To Rethink Optimal Health

In was 2004 I was at the peak of my form as a competitive bodybuilder. My body was sculpted because I'd followed conventional nutrition and training wisdom to a T. I'd cut down to the lowest body fat…

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Nutrition

Heal Your Gut With This Simple Tool

Carrots are pretty darn amazing. I discovered the hidden health benefits of carrots long ago when I was turned on to Ray Peat’s work. He talks about how the fiber in carrots are helpful for aiding…

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Nutrition

Dairy's Not So Scary

Food sensitivities are a big deal and it seems the amount of people with food sensitivities are growing every day. Since many issues are linked to food sensitivities, food elimination seems to be the…

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Re-Visiting The Deep Squat

Did you know that squatting is your natural version of sitting? Before chairs, squatting was a natural position to rest, give birth, cook, eat, create art and take a bowel movement. Sitting in chairs…

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Nutrition

The Many Benefits Of Coconut Oil

Coconut oil is one of my favorite super foods. With natural anti-oxidants which protect your body against free radicals, it’s my top choice for a healthy fat.

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5 Simple Tips To a Healthy Metabolism

When I talk to a client for the first time I always ask them, “How frequently are you eating?” They usually answer with, some days I wait up to 5 hours without eating. I'm always blown away by this…

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Is Caffeine a Nutrient or a Drug?

Caffeine is commonly classified as a drug in mainstream nutrition, but I believe this can only be true if taken in by itself without the right nutrients.

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Get Better Sleep

Getting enough sleep is a big deal. Restful deep sleep is essential for restoring the physical and mental body. Any excess physical, mental or emotional stress you experience gets repaired when you…

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Nutrition

Is Sugar Really The Problem?

Could sugar intolerance, your inability to metabolize sugar and carbohydrates, be the problem instead of sugar itself? Sugar intolerance is a malabsorption issue, leading to fatigue, bloating,…

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