Dive deep into the hidden factors affecting men's testosterone levels. In this enlightening episode, I talk with Jim Laird, a seasoned Strength and Conditioning Coach with a rich history of guiding individuals from all walks of life. With insights from working with professional athletes to everyday individuals, Jim sheds light on the modern lifestyle's impact on our health.
Discover:

The detrimental effects of an indoor lifestyle on hormone regulation.
How the lack of physical manual labor affects testosterone production.
The role of diet, environmental toxins, and sleep in hormone balance.
The importance of daily human maintenance over intense training sessions.
Practical solutions for those in a knowledge-worker economy.
The significance of consistent outdoor exposure and natural light.
The need for doctors to adopt a coaching approach for holistic health.

 
Join us for a transformative conversation that challenges conventional wisdom and offers actionable steps for a healthier life.
 
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Quotable moments:
"The sun regulates your hormones. That morning sun sets all your hormones." - Jim Laird
"The body's not going to produce those hormones just for fun. It's going to produce those hormones because there's a need." - Jim Laird
"We're turning into Wally. Our body is adapting and becoming this immobile creature that sits in front of a screen all day." - Jim Laird
"Humans are very adaptable creatures. If you give your body the right stimulus and the right stressors, it's going to adapt in a positive way." - Jim Laird
"Most people chase shiny objects and they don't ever do the basics." - Jim Laird
"Most people have a collection of bad habits that they double down on under stress." - Jim Laird

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The BluePrint Podcast is for busy professionals and Household CEOs who care deeply about their families, career, and health. Host Dr. Erik Korem distills cutting edge-science, leadership, and life skills into simple tactics optimized for your busy lifestyle and goals.   Dr. Korem interviews scientists, coaches, elite athletes, entrepreneurs, entertainers, and exceptional people to discuss science and practical skills you can implement to become the most healthy, resilient, and impactful version of yourself.
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