In this episode of "Optimise Your Body," we're thrilled to have Dr. Ted Naiman, co-author of "The PE Diet" and a distinguished physician in the Department of Primary Care at a medical centre in Seattle. Dr. Naiman's expertise lies in the practical implementation of diet and exercise for health optimisation. Join us as we explore the intriguing world of metabolic health, delve into the revolutionary PE Diet, and discuss satiety per calorie, and more. Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction 2:59 - Ted’s b...
Sep 19, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Season 3Ep. 66
Welcome to another episode of “Optimise Your Body”. In this special episode Martin reunites with Ian for a second time to explore the importance of living a purposeful life Together they embark on insightful conversations covering health, fitness, business and relationships. Discover the key to overcoming workplace challenges, avoiding burnout, and mastering self-discipline. “Happiness comes from relationships not money” Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 01:00 Importance of prioritising relationshi...
Sep 13, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Season 3Ep. 65
In this Q&A episode of "Optimise Your Body" podcast we address audience questions on navigating challenges in health and fitness. We discussed how to deal with your partner not being supportive of your diet goals, explore strategies for managing inconsistent fitness results, and provide practical advice to overcome the common hurdle of a fat loss plateau. Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction to today’s episode. 0:18 - Addressing Concern #1: Dealing with a Partner Who Isn't Supportive of Your Goal...
Sep 05, 2023•43 min•Season 3Ep. 64
In this episode of "Optimise Your Body" with Martin Silva, he dives into strategies for breaking through fat loss plateaus and regaining motivation in your fitness journey. With audience questions as a guide, we explore the common challenges faced by individuals and provide practical solutions to help you stay on track. Time stamps: Hitting a Plateau with Fat Loss (0:02) Increasing Calories and Addressing Stress (5:23) Detaching from the Scale and Focusing on Performance (10:15) Metrics for Prog...
Aug 29, 2023•33 min•Season 3Ep. 63
In this episode of "Optimise Your Body" with Martin Silva, he delves into the intricate world of emotional well-being and its profound connection to mental, physical, and spiritual health. He emphasises the importance of addressing emotional health for overall well-being, providing practical tips and real-life examples to guide your journey. Discover how mentors and personal growth can catalyse happiness while social connections and exercise are natural antidepressants. He stresses the significa...
Aug 24, 2023•51 min•Season 3Ep. 62
In this episode, we will focus on maintaining a lean and healthy lifestyle. With over half of the individuals regaining lost weight within a year, we present 10 powerful tips to help you achieve sustainable fat loss and a healthier body. We discuss the importance of self-monitoring, strategic planning, and encircling yourself with supportive peers. Unlock the transformative effects of intrinsic motivation, where understanding your "why" and focusing on health markers can propel lasting change. D...
Aug 15, 2023•37 min•Season 3Ep. 61
Join us as we meet Sammi and Nathan, the co-hosts of "Date Forever" podcast, and be inspired by their journey of love and lasting connections. In this captivating episode, we explore the power of managing vulnerability and witness the beautiful evolution of their relationship. Discover the transformative impact of a weekly happy hour, and tips for achieving harmony in your relationship. Find out how they prioritise health as the foundation for growth and embrace self-care practices. Learn valuab...
Aug 08, 2023•1 hr•Season 3Ep. 60
Get ready for an inspiring episode as we delve into the life story and journey of Doctor Rhys, a remarkable individual. Join us as we explore his awe-inspiring career transformation, where he faced fears head-on and navigated the impact of social circles on personal growth. Doctor Rhys shares invaluable insights from his experiences in Africa, including his encounters with wild animals including venomous snakes, which played a significant role in shaping his perspective on life. In this touching...
Aug 01, 2023•1 hr 13 min•Season 3Ep. 59
This episode covers a wide array of personal growth and success topics. Martin is joined by his close friend- Ian Williams. We’ll discuss insights on fair judgment and the significance of finding supportive communities. The power of emotional intelligence and learning from painful experiences is highlighted. Additionally, the episode emphasises the importance of discipline, consistency, and fitness for overall well-being and success. Come along as we embark on an inspiring voyage of personal gro...
Jul 25, 2023•1 hr•Season 3Ep. 58
In this empowering episode of the "Optimise Your Body" podcast we will revolutionize your relationship with food. Get ready to crack the code and unlock the 10 secrets of cultivating a healthy and liberating connection with what you eat. Join us as we shine a light on the pervasive issue of emotional hunger triggered by food—the most commonly used drug on the planet. Martin shares his expertise and teaches you how to recognize patterns, interrupt them, and ultimately break free from the chains t...
Jul 18, 2023•31 min•Season 3Ep. 57
In this episode, Martin was joined by Adam Lane Smith. Through his Attachment Method, Adam has been coaching clients for many years. And he has assisted people from a wide range of backgrounds, including affluent CEOs looking for dating advice and blue-collar families struggling with their marriages. He helps people who trying to improve the quality of their relationships overall, whether they are married, single, or both. Martin and Adam talked about attachment theory, the four attachment style...
Jul 13, 2023•1 hr•Season 3Ep. 56
In this episode, Martin was a guest with 180 Nutrition with Stuart Cooke as the host. Stuart is the co-founder and serving as director of 180 Nutrition is Stuart. With the help of their iTunes podcast, "The Health Sessions," 180 Nutrition routinely communicates with the top authorities on health and wellness in the world. These professionals include prominent nutritionists and naturopaths. Martin and Stuart talked about topics such as consuming adequate protein, reasons for snacking, nutrition, ...
Jul 06, 2023•55 min•Season 3Ep. 55
Men’s Chat On Relationships & Fitness With Sean Mcinroy In this episode, Martin will be joined by his friend Sean Mcinroy. Sean is the head coach at Apex Strength Society, and one of the best coaches in Australia. He is currently about to tour the world delivering his simplified strength seminar's. Martin and Sean discussed: Being in a relationship Lessons from past relationships How improving yourself is key How they communicate with their girlfriend during PMS The importance of putting wor...
Jun 28, 2023•1 hr 16 min•Season 3Ep. 54
The Fastest Way To Build Muscle, Why You’ve Stopped Losing Fat, The Impact of Hormones on Weight Loss and More! In this episode, Martin will be going solo. He mentions how he has many incredible guests lined up for future podcasts. In addition, he will be answering two questions in this episode and will be dropping some knowledge bombs. Martin talked about effective ways to build muscle, the value of a customised program, how consistency is key but just showing up is not enough, how to structure...
Jun 22, 2023•52 min•Season 3Ep. 53
This episode is a re-share from early 2020. There's so much gold in this episode that I wanted to give you an opportunity to listen incase you missed it. Even if you did listen, it's worth listening again! I am joined by Adam Schafer who is a co host on one of the world's leading health and fitness podcast'- Mind Pump. Not only has Adam trained over a thousand people as a fitness trainer over the past 2 decades, but he is also a Men's Physique, IFBB pro athlete. Adam found that combining his pas...
Jun 11, 2023•1 hr 31 min•Season 3Ep. 52
Title: The Best Way To Shred Fat, Mindful Eating vs Mindless Eating, Why I’ve Never Taken Steroids, Carnivore Diet For Longevity & More! Welcome to Optimise Your Body with Martin Silva, the podcast that will help you level up your physical health through lasting habits, nutrition, and lifestyle changes. In this episode Martin answers questions from his audience. Whilst answering these questions, he shares his wisdom on his previous temptation to use steroids in bodybuilding competitions and ...
Jun 06, 2023•49 min•Season 3Ep. 51
Dr. Anthony Chaffee- Plant’s Are Trying To Kill You! In this episode, Martin will be joined by Dr. Anthony Chaffee. The ideal diet for human performance and health has been studied for more than 20 years by Dr. Anthony Chaffee, an American physician and resident in neurosurgery. He claims that the majority of the so-called chronic illnesses we treat as doctors are brought on by the food we consume or don't eat and can be treated by switching to a diet tailored to our species. Martin and Anthony ...
May 30, 2023•1 hr 21 min•Season 3Ep. 49
In this episode, Martin will be joined by Brian Federico. Brian Federico has been an OYB client for 2.5 years. He serves as the associate dean for external relations at Stanford Law School. Martin and Brian talked about Brian’s life, getting your workouts in even when traveling, how to keep your nutrition on point when traveling, balancing your social life around fitness goals, the importance of structure, growing up in a Mexican family, being smart in who you let in your life, and much more. Co...
May 23, 2023•42 min•Season 3Ep. 50
Dr. Philip Ovadia- Cardio Sucks For Fat Loss! In this episode, Martin will be joined by Dr. Philip Ovadia, he is the founder of Ovadia Heart Health and board-certified cardiac surgeon. His goal is to help people maintain their metabolic health and prevent people from needing heart surgery. Martin and Phil talked about topics such as his journey on becoming a heart surgeon, the importance of paying attention to the food we eat, the five indicators of a healthy metabolism, The three main pillars o...
May 16, 2023•41 min•Season 3Ep. 47
In this episode, Martin will be joined by his friend and client, Karissa Holybee. She is a weightlifter, a carnivore, a former machinery technician in the US coast guard for 12 years, and the logistics manager of Ashigaru Defense. In order to fulfill her ambition of becoming a licensed health coach, she has also enrolled in the Primal Health Coach Course with Mark Sisson. Karissa qualifies as a coach next month. Martin and Karissa talked about topics such as her pregnancy journey, how she takes ...
May 10, 2023•54 min•Season 3Ep. 46
How to Lose Stubborn Body Fat, The Most Effective Way to Build Muscle, Reverse Dieting, Why Taking Care of Yourself is Selfless and More! Martin will conduct another solo podcast and drop more knowledge bombs in this episode. He will discuss subjects that will advance the pursuit of your ideal body as well as how to live a healthier lifestyle. This episode will discuss a variety of subjects, including getting the best results in the gym, reducing body fat, muscle gain, connecting to specific mus...
May 03, 2023•41 min•Season 3Ep. 45
The Mindset Needed To Transform Your Body & Life In this episode, Martin will be going solo as he goes deep on mindset. He covered topics such as building self-confidence, mindset, key points in working on your dream body, and much more. He also talked about the difference between the victim mindset and the empowered mindset, importance of self-discipline, personal standards vs. motivation, playing the victim vs taking ownership, how your vision must be greater than the challenges you face, ...
Apr 27, 2023•43 min•Season 3Ep. 44
The Fat Loss Masterclass Martin dropped some knowledge bombs on this solo episode. He talked about everything having to do with fat loss, building the body you desire and overall health. This is going to be pertinent for anyone who has been battling with their weight, even if you're already at a decent level, you might already be in shape, but you want to lose stubborn body fat or you want to get to the next level. This episode will cover topics such as the significance of movement, protein, fib...
Apr 19, 2023•32 min•Season 3Ep. 43
How to Overcome Self-sabotage In this episode, Martin will do another solo podcast while doing an Instagram live. He will be talking about overcoming self-sabotage or the all-or-nothing mentality. , and how to get into the shape of your life. This episode will cover topics such as the definition of self-sabotage, some stories you’ll get a lesson from, how social media sets unrealistic standards, obtaining approval from the wrong people, intermittent fasting, and much more. Stay tuned to learn mo...
Apr 13, 2023•43 min•Season 3Ep. 42
How to Develop your Abs, my Strict Carnivore Month, How to Break Through a Plateau, Reverse Dieting, Optimising Sleep and More! Martin will respond to queries from Instagram live once again in this episode. He covered topics such as benefits from carnivore diet, reverse dieting, developing your abs, sleep and more. Continue listening to gain more knowledge on how to feel, perform and look your best. “When you improve your sleep, everything else improves.” – Martin Silva Timestamps 0:01 – Introdu...
Apr 05, 2023•32 min•Season 3Ep. 41
How I Overcame Obesity with Self-Love In this episode, Martin will be joined by Alyssa Groebner. She is a health expert, a proponent of the carnivore diet, and host of the hugely popular Carnivore Stories Podcast. After consuming vegetarian and vegan diets, she employed a carnivore diet to reduce high blood pressure, relieve chest pain, and restore muscle. Alyssa now broadcasts her message via her podcast and on social media. Martin and Alyssa talked about topics such as the biggest obstacles to...
Mar 28, 2023•29 min•Season 3Ep. 40
Ste Lane- How To Become The Best Version of Yourself In this episode, Martin will be joined by Ste Lane, an online health coach dedicated to assisting you in reaching your full potential. His Primal journey started almost ten years ago. He has since descended further into the world of diet and wellness. Ste's primary driving force for entering this sector was his experience with sick people. Early in his life, he experienced a great deal of family illness, particularly cancer. Being raised in a ...
Mar 21, 2023•47 min•Season 3Ep. 39
In this episode, Martin will be doing another solo podcast and answering questions from viewers. He discussed various topics and tips that can help you accomplish your dream body. There are some gems and knowledge that you can surely use for Optimising Your Body. Martin talked about topics such as the difference between exercising and training, plateau, calories and nutrition, changing your physique, the difference between physique development and weight loss, and much more. Continue to listen t...
Mar 15, 2023•39 min•Season 3Ep. 38
Martin shares years of wisdom on this solo episode. When it comes to your nutrition or fitness, many people readily believe what other people say. In this episode, Martin debunks seven common misconceptions about the fitness industry. Martin will talk about common misconceptions about Cardio for fat loss, carbs causing fat gain, salt, meat, sleep, strength training, muscle gain, highly processed foods and more! Continue to listen to learn more about the various beliefs and how to improve the qua...
Mar 08, 2023•35 min•Season 3Ep. 37
Cardio vs Weights for Fat Loss , How to Overcome a Plateau, the Carnivore Diet for Weight Loss, Intermittent Fasting Methods, How to Grow your Glutes, Benefits of Carbs on Training days and more! {Live Q & A} Martin will respond to queries from his Instagram audience in this episode. He typically concentrates on a single subject, although he has covered a wide range of topics, such as diet, body improvement, and losing weight. He also talked about the best way to develop your glutes, calorie...
Feb 28, 2023•30 min•Season 3Ep. 36
