This is the first of the reflections episodes. In these 20 minutes, I break down three key takeaways from the past 121 episodes on exercise. To do this, I brought back some old friends: Wolfgang Unsoeld, Darryl Edwards, and Dr. Doug McGuff to discuss how to move from overdoing it to play. Highlights [1:14] Wolfgang Unsoeld, strength trainer of Olympic Athletes [4:17] Finding a workout regimen to support your life goals [8:12] Darryl Edwards, Author of Animal Moves and TedX speaker [12:10] Play a...
Oct 19, 2019•27 min•Ep. 122
This is part one of a two-part episode with Dr. Ted Achacoso. In this recording, Dr. Achacoso blows me away with his ability to distill knowledge into actionable and usable information. Part one is a discussion around complex systems, consciousness, health optimization medicine, and eliminating jet lag. Who is Dr. Ted Achacoso? Dr. Ted Achacoso earned his college degree in Biology at the age of 18 and his Doctor of Medicine degree at the age of 22. At 25, he was a fellow of interventional neuror...
Oct 15, 2019•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 121
Victor Mifsud joins the show to discuss his battle with retinitis pigmentosa, his documentary "My Neuroplastic Adventure", and a forthcoming experiment with peptides designed to improve his vision. Highlights [1:32] What is Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP)? [4:20] How did Victor decide to beat RP? [6:06] Backing away from substance and living on offense [11:29] Improving eyesight through biohacking [14:55] Peptides Resources My Neuroplastic Adventure Documentary website Scattered Minds by Gabor Mate Th...
Oct 13, 2019•29 min•Ep. 120
Paul Laursen (PhD) returns for round two. In our previous episode, Paul and Boomer discussed HIIT training in detail. This episode is focused on endurance nutrition. Are high fat diets right for endurance? Or do you need to carb load? Who is Paul Laursen? Dr. Paul Laursen resides at the nexus between exercise performance research, theory, and application. He is an Adjunct Professor of Exercise Physiology at AUT University in New Zealand where he leads research into low carb diet and its performa...
Oct 08, 2019•56 min•Ep. 119
Recently, I reached out to the listeners to source ideas for episodes. The result is the first "Ask Me Anything" episode of the Decoding Superhuman podcast. One consistent theme was cognitive enhancement and nootropics. In this episode, I discuss the foundations needed before delving into the vast world of nootropics. Highlights [1:00] Reflections on Biohacking Fest Ukraine [4:51] Biohacker Summit Helsinki [5:53] The genesis of Ask Me Anything [7:25] Building your foundations before taking nootr...
Oct 05, 2019•22 min•Ep. 118
David Allen is an international bestselling author and regarded as one of the top 5 executive coaches in the world. David discusses how to implement the GTD methodology, where people stop before success, and his opinions on deep work. Who is David Allen? David Allen is an author, consultant, executive coach, and international lecturer. He is widely recognized as the world’s leading authority on personal and organizational productivity. He is founder of the David Allen Company, which provides ser...
Oct 01, 2019•45 min•Ep. 117
A goal without a plan is a dream. In this episode, Boomer and Satu discuss how to take big performance goals and break them down into next action steps through a process called white boarding. Highlights [1:44] Defining your objectives and goal setting [3:49] Limiting your number of goals in the process [6:05] Assessing your system [9:50] Data as a baseline for motivation [11:12] Microhabits [14:21] Subjective and objective measurement Resources UltaLabs Oura Ring Atomic Habits by James Clear Sp...
Sep 29, 2019•19 min•Ep. 116
David Allen is the international bestselling author of, "Getting Things Done: The Art of Stress-Free Productivity." Forbes called him one of the Top 5 executive coaches in the United States. Fast Company said David Allen is "one of the world's most influential thinkers." Today, David discusses his background and how Getting Things Done got started. Who is David Allen? David Allen is an author, consultant, executive coach, and international lecturer. He is widely recognized as the world's leading...
Sep 24, 2019•52 min
Corporate wellness programs need work. Most are ineffective, expensive, and fail to provide value to workers. Boomer and Satu discuss how to upgrade these programs. Highlights [0:47] The status quo with corporate wellness programs [2:13] Problems with current offerings [7:25] Executive leadership is key [7:57] The top-down and bottom up approach to corporate wellness [11:12] Some tools to make corporate wellness programs more individual [12:42] Upgrading individuals upgrades the whole [15:58] Th...
Sep 22, 2019•19 min•Ep. 114
A fascinating conversation on increasing emotional intelligence, elevating consciousness, training 21 to 40-years of meditation in 7 days, the Akashic Records, and much more. Dr. James V. Hardt is the Founder of The Biocybernaut Institute and an expert in training with biofeedback. He has worked with the likes of Tony Robbins and other high-powered executives to elevate states of intelligence and consciousness for over 40-years. Who is Dr. James V. Hardt? Dr. James V. Hardt, president and founde...
Sep 17, 2019•59 min•Ep. 113
In a world of countless social networks and opportunities to be someone you are not, how do you stay true to your self and aligned with your values? Highlights [3:54] Defining identity [4:41] Diets and identity [8:13] How does identity create anxiety [9:21] Alignment and identity [12:06] Do you need identity anymore? [19:07] Ikigai Resources Why is Everybody Suddenly so Anxious Ra Optics The Ultimate Jim Rohn Library Ikigai by Hector Garcia Our sponsor for today’s show is one of the two brands o...
Sep 15, 2019•21 min•Ep. 112
Andreas Breitfeld discusses perpetual jetlag, life without hormones, and recovery from the road. As the Head of KTC Lab, Andreas created an incredible EMF-blocking travel pant to benefit road warriors worldwide. Who is Andreas Breitfeld? No question, traveling is fun and what better way to broaden your horizons than by traveling the world? If you want to get to know other people, cultures and other markets, you have to leave your home behind from time to time. When Andreas started his own busine...
Sep 10, 2019•1 hr•Ep. 111
Is there too much weight on personality tests? Boomer and Satu discuss the range of personality tests available, personalities of a high performer, and the future of personality testing with artificial intelligence. Highlights [1:14] Defining personality [3:04] Does a high performer require a particular personality type? [10:18] Evaluating your dark side [11:22] The useful side of personality tests [14:15] The problems with personality exams when screening for employment [15:38] Myers-Briggs is ...
Sep 07, 2019•20 min•Ep. 110
Greg Potter, PhD discusses the biological clock, best times to eat and fast, and what you really need to do to discover whether you are a day person or a night person. Who is Greg Potter, PhD? Greg Potter's PhD work at the University of Leeds on sleep, diet, and metabolic health was featured by the likes of the BBC World Service, the Washington Post, and Reuters. Greg has a BSc and an MSc in Exercise Physiology from Loughborough University, where he coached a sprinter to four gold medals at the ...
Sep 03, 2019•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 109
Complex does not mean complicated. Boomer and Satu discuss the complexities of performance and how systems thinking plays a role in upgrading the human experience. Highlights [0:24] The Outside Online Article which sparked this conversation [2:57] Defining the complex system of performance [5:02] Unpacking gut issues [8:43] Discovering complex systems after losing an amature boxing match [13:16] Testing the system with labs and genetics [15:54] White boarding the system [17:56] GAD1 and sleep [1...
Aug 31, 2019•22 min•Ep. 108
Dr. Scott Sherr is a pioneer in Health Optimization Medicine. This episode is a deep dive into hyperbaric oxygen therapy, metabolomics, and holobiont. Who is Dr. Scott Sherr? Dr. Scott Sherr is a physician certified to practice Health Optimization Medicine (HOMe) and a specialist in Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT). He creates personalized treatments for patients including HOMe and cutting-edge, dynamic HBOT protocols as well as adjunctive technologies. Scott likes to say that he is (in no parti...
Aug 27, 2019•1 hr 25 min•Ep. 107
Language creates. Boomer and Satu delve into the fascinating realm of how the words we use on an everyday basis help shape our reality. Highlights [0:37] Abracadabra [2:00] The impact of language on performance [6:08] Conflict vs. Architect language [8:47] Listening, sentence structure, and communication [10:51] Negations vs. Affirmations [12:16] The power of questions [13:14] Binary language Resources Procabulary Ontocore Extreme Ownership by Jocko Willink Sponsor What brands of blue light bloc...
Aug 24, 2019•20 min•Ep. 106
Dr. Olli Sovijärvi is a pioneer in the Biohacking world. He is a co-author of the Biohacker’s Handbook with over 1500 sources. Dr. Olli shares wisdom on photobiomodulation, PEMF, eating two kiwis before bed, and much more. Who is Dr. Olli Sovijärvi? Dr. Olli Sovijärvi is one of the pioneers of holistic medicine in Finland. In 2006 he graduated from the University of Helsinki with a Licentiate degree in Medicine. In 2010–2011 Dr. Sovijärvi completed an Integral Theory degree at the John F. Kenne...
Aug 20, 2019•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 105
The recovery equals the stimulus. Boomer and Satu discuss different training regimens, how to measure what amount of exercise you can do, and ways to accelerate recovery. Highlights [2:02] Training regimens [5:15] The reason why certain athletes are able to train multiple times per day [6:07] Utilizing HRV for training [11:00] The genetic implications of recovery [16:00] Lab tests to determine inflammation from exercise [20:17] Why certain supplements accelerate recovery Resources How Recovery W...
Aug 17, 2019•26 min•Ep. 104
The always entertaining Dr. John Jaquish discusses reversing bone density issues, putting on 30 pounds of muscle after 40, the X3 Bar, and what it is like to thrive on one meal a day. Who is Dr. John Jaquish? Inventor of the most effective bone density building medical device, which has reversed osteoporosis for thousands and created more powerful/fracture resistant athletes, John is now, partnered with Tony Robbins and OsteoStrong for rapid clinic deployment. In the process of his medical resea...
Aug 13, 2019•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 103
An overused cliche statement is to focus on your weaknesses. But what happens when you focus on your strengths? And, if overdone, how can strengths become a crutch in performance? Highlights [1:59] Why should you focus on strength? [4:53] The problem with telling an interviewer the strength they want to hear [6:03] Getting personal on core strengths [7:52] Identifying the risks of your strengths [10:09] Mastering your strengths Resources Strengths Finder 2.0 by Tom Rath Strengths Based Leadershi...
Aug 10, 2019•14 min•Ep. 102
Dr. Lew Lim talks about the positive effects of low-level light therapy (photobiomodulation) on the body and brain at the cellular level. Who is Dr. Lew Lim? Dr Lew Lim is recognized as one of the world’s leading experts in photobiomodulation, particularly in its application for brain health and performance. He is the Founder and CEO of Vielight Inc., offering home-use products that may be at the cutting-edge of brain stimulation. He has directed a lot of his energy to try to help Alzheimer’s Di...
Aug 06, 2019•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 101
100 episodes later. Reflections on lessons learned from Olympic Coaches, Athletes, Scientists, Doctors, and Technologists. Giveaway Sign up here. In celebration of episode 100, Decoding Superhuman is giving away a free Genetic Analysis. What's included? 1 DNA Testing Kit from Apeiron Genomics Shipping to you, anywhere in the world Analysis of Nutrition, Supplementation, and Sleep Genetics ~45 page PDF of analysis 60-minute interpretation call with an advisor You leave understanding your genetics...
Aug 03, 2019•22 min•Ep. 100
Staying fit when you are busy is a problem for many. Pamela Gold talks about the future of fitness and how an individual can stay fit by working out for only 40 minutes a week. Who is Pamela Gold? Pamela Gold grew up on her family’s apple farm in upstate New York, graduated from Yale University, and then entered the business world in NYC where she was the point person on an IPO at the age of 24. Leaving the workforce to start a family, she co-founded West Village Parents and went on to pursue he...
Jul 30, 2019•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 99
Does time at work equate to more productivity, output, and therefore a higher quality of life? For many, no. Boomer and Satu look at the current state of workplace engagement in The United States of America and Europe. Highlights [2:28] The cost of burn out to Swedish society [4:56] A personal history with burn out [8:57] The United States of disengaged workers [16:06] The problem with the "what are your strengths?" interview question [16:43] Procabulary [18:31] Cortisol and the adrenals Resourc...
Jul 26, 2019•24 min•Ep. 98
Dr. Kirk Parsley is a former SEAL, served as the Undersea Medical Officer at Naval Special Warfare Group One from June 2009 to January 2013. Dr. Parsley shares his insights on how to optimize sleep as a high performing professional, using peptides, hormones, and the issues with sleep deprivation. Who is Doc Parsley? Kirk Parsley served as an Undersea Medical Officer at Naval Special Warfare Group One from June 2009 to January 2013. While there, he led the development and supervised the group’s f...
Jul 23, 2019•1 hr 20 min
72 hours with a FirstBeat Bodyguard 2 monitor. What are the takeaways and why would someone with high stress, high output life benefit from the analysis? Boomer and Satu dig deep into the benefits of a 72-hour heart rate variability analysis. Highlights [2:00] Why you may want to measure your HRV for 3-days? [5:07] The value of taking breaks [10:24] Naps and HRV [12:40] CrossFit, Powerlifting, and Endurance and HRV [16:04] VO2 Max, Flossing, and Longevity [17:51] Alcohol and HRV Resources The Po...
Jul 20, 2019•23 min•Ep. 96
Vitamin C, or Ascorbic Acid, is an essential part of a fully-functioning redox system. Doris Loh discusses the Redox system, Electromagnetic Radiation, and the foundational role Vitamin C plays in human optimization. Who is Doris Loh? Doris Low is a medical researcher and writer specializing in the investigation of familiar and innovative health topics using unique perspectives, and traditional and quantum biology. Her training as a classical pianist allows her the freedom to explore concepts an...
Jul 16, 2019•50 min•Ep. 95
Nutritional advice is dogmatic and polarizing. One day, eggs are good for you. The next, they are not. Fat is good for you. Fat is bad for you. Energy drinks will give you the extra boost you are not getting from coffee. The truth lies in a gray area called, "it depends." Boomer and Satu discuss the generational gap in perception of two of these: fat and sugar. Highlights [0:45] Sprite, Grant Hill, and the worst nutrition advice ever received [4:11] The problem with the "fat is evil" perception ...
Jul 12, 2019•25 min•Ep. 94
Arye Shabtai is the CEO of Serenity Ventures and a Co-Founder of Daocloud.com. Arye shares how he built companies, why he emphasizes corporate culture, and how mindfulness is a distinct part of those cultures. Who is Arye Shabtai? Arye Shabtai is on a mission to transform global business culture in order to improve society and the environment. He is the founder and CEO of Serenity Ventures, a global mastermind network for impact entrepreneurs. Having co-founded two businesses in the wellness spa...
Jul 09, 2019•57 min•Ep. 93
