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The Project: Health Wellness and Psychology Podcastbased in Kuwait. With so much information about health and wellness out there, it is difficult to sift out the real from the fake and the informative from the marketable. At every corner there is an unqualified influencer or individual trying to sell the latest diet or quick fix. This show is not about making you buy something or trying to get you to become someone you are not. We offer real information, from local and regional experts, to help guide you to becoming the best version of yourself.
In this episode I talk about idiots have absolutely no filter and they sometimes have the most successful
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A lot of us walk around degrading or disrespecting people because of their education level or their profession. Nowadays it’s very important for us to except people who do all kinds of jobs and leave their homes and families to earn a living. Respect is bread at the home where we are all failing.
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In this episode coach Elianne talks about her struggles when Covid-19 while she was on vacation, despite being stuck outside of Kuwait and away from her home she developed a perfect mindset to overcome adversity during a tough time.
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In this episode I talk about showing some love to ex-pats in your country. It’s important that we remember people travel for different reasons, and it is our job to embrace them as one of our own and not miss treat anyone
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Given the state of our society we lack common courtesy and basic human fundamentals in this episode I break it down and give some good examples
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In this episode we discuss emotional eating and how our favorite foods play a big role in our emotions!
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In this episode we talk about the essentials to building a home gym in the must-have pieces of equipment
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In the episode Sherry discuss the benefits of the forbidden food demonized by the fitness industry and dietitians who lack the knowledge of performance-based fueling!
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Since co-founding Escape Fitness, taking it to a $33 million-dollar global business chosen by big brands and independent fitness professionals, such as the UFC, Equinox, 1Rebel, Sanctuary Fitness and more, Matthew has continued to be a powerful advocate for functional training. Their goal is to motivate and inspire people to get started and create exercise habits that last. Matthew travels the world, helping studios and gyms to turn their visions into world-class fitness destinations and awesome training experiences. During the pandemic, Matthew has become an advocate for at home training and maintaining physical and mental health to persevere in the face of life's challenges. In addition to being a father, he has started five companies and sits on the board of three companies across three continents
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Keys to Breaking A Bench Press Plateau, Building Bigger Pecs, Choosing the Right Workout Plan and Mahdi Finally Breaking his Politics Rule
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In this episode the president of the American university of Kuwait discusses overcoming the odds as a female in the Middle East. And dealing with discrimination over the years, in addition to being an ex pat in a foreign land and persevering In the road to success
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هل يمكن أن تتغير هويتك في مواقف مختلفة؟
هل تغير هويتك لتفادي العنصرية؟
منو يغير هويته عشان الناس؟
منو يغير شخصيته عشان يرضي الناس؟
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Anthony Balduzzi is a health and weight loss expert and the founder of The Fit Father Project and The Fit Mother Project - the leading health & weight loss programs for busy men and women over 40. Dr. Balduzzi holds dual degrees in Nutrition & Neuroscience from the University of Pennsylvania, a Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine, and is a former national champion bodybuilder. Dr. Balduzzi is most proud of the fact that he's helped over 30,000 families in over 100 countries lose weight and get healthy through his Fit Father and Fit Mother Programs.
Dr. Anthony's Contact Number
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welcome to this episode of the project. And today I have and let's see if I don't put your this as usual, Joe Bernstein? And do we have something that's pretty unique in common? And I think one of those things that we're just talking about that I really want to dive into is your fitness journey and your weight loss journey. And one word that you really hit on that I actually love. And I'd love to make a T shirt out of is I am was a modality agnostic. I love that
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خلص رمضان وكل يوم نفس اللي قبله ... شلون نغير من روتيننا اليومي لنزيد من السعادة ونقلل الكآبة
منو حاسس بالملل ويبي تغيير من كل اللي يصير هل ايام؟
من يشعر بالملل ويحتاج الى تغيير مع كل ما يدور من حولنا؟
هل تشعر بالملل وتحتاج إلى التغيير؟
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John Giordano is an experienced addictions expert, researcher, speaker, and author - MAC, DHL, CAP, Certified Hypnotherapist, Certified NLP, CCJS
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In this Episode Shauna talked about supplements and enhancing your overall life by making the right decisions !
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Guest: Molly Connolly of Ipseity Coaching - Athlete Transition Life Coaching
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Entrepreneurship: What keeps you from achieving your goals when you've taken all the right steps with athlete transition coach Molly Connolly.
Molly Connelly is a former collegiate swimming teammate with host Meg. In this episode they discuss the life transitions and struggles that occurred when moving from high level sport into a real world working environment and building your personal online business. They discuss the ups and downs of launching an online coaching business and what keeps you from achieving your goals even when you feel like you're doing all the right things.
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In this episode
We discuss the psychology and physical fitness side of Ramadan. We dive into how easy it is to over do it in Ramadan and we talk about solutions do you don’t crash and burn!
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In this episode we discuss how to eat good and healthy. We also talk about how to portion your plate and Amy secret to maintaining a good healthy balanced diet
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In this episode we continue our quest to raising awareness to drug addiction in our community. This story shows us how even the most fortunate can get sucked into the world of addition.
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In this episode we talk about how people dismiss disorders and treat mental health issues like they don't exist.
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When Chris learned that ESS60 was tested by NASA and had been proven to almost double the lifespan in mammals, he made it his mission to provide the world’s first nano antioxidant and anti-inflammatory supplement to people around the world. In addition to expanding longevity, Chris can speak on how to lower risk of heart disease, better vision, improve mental acuity, lower blood pressure, manage osteoarthritis, increase strength & vitality, protect the nervous system and improve hair growth & color.
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lifelong resident of the Grand Rapids, MI area. As a child, I was physically abused by my mother, and my father never intervened. Since then, I have been dedicated to bettering myself and putting an end to the cycle of brokenness in my family. I am passionate about mental health because without going to therapy, I would be a mess. I think everyone can benefit from seeing a mental health therapist.
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Breaking up with gluten was one of the best yet hardest things I’ve ever had to do. It was a messy breakup, and the split came with a roller coaster of emotions. In Dear Gluten, It’s Not Me, It’s You, I compare breaking up with gluten to breaking up with a boyfriend. Mr. Gluten, it’s over! While breaking up with gluten drummed up feelings of relief, it also created a slew of physical and emotional challenges. Breakups are complex, heartbreaking, and hard to get over. People suffering from a gluten disorder often feel betrayed by their bodies, abandoned by their doctors, and disowned by a society void of empathy for “gluten-free people.”
Dear Gluten, It’s Not Me, It’s You is a comprehensive guide to breaking up with gluten for good. I take readers on a journey to understand how gluten damages their body (why break up), how they can split with the offensive bad-boy protein (how to break up), and what they need to do to repair their damaged bodies (how to heal and move on). I intertwine how-to advice with both my personal story and gluten “breakup” stories from celebrities I’ve interviewed including Dana Vollmer (7-time Olympic gold medalist), Beatie Deutsch (champion Israeli marathoner), Dr. Patrick Staropoli (NASCAR competitor), Shannon Ford (2011 Mrs. United States), Nichole Thomas (basketball player and wife of NBA player, Etan Thomas).
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ARPwave founder Denis Thompson says yes and he can prove itwith a secret he’s ready to share.
He points to top athletes such as Dwight Freeny (NFL champion) who says: “ARPwave is my secret weapon”.
As further evidence Tim Thomas (NHL champion and Vezina Trophy winner) states “the ARPwave system increased myathletic performance immensely”. With over 500,000 patients treated worldwide, Thompson claims he can prove he can accomplish his results in just one 30-minute session.
The secret and how he does it lies with a combination of his patented electronic device called the RX-100 and proprietary protocols designed to effectively treat almost any condition.
Need an alternative to addictive prescription drugs and opioids?ARPwave has one.
About to have surgery – think twice, ARPwave may be able to help you avoid the knife altogether.
Injured and need to get back to work fast, ARPwave can reduce recovery times by as much as 70% in most cases.
Seeking increased athletic performance and range of motion, yup you guessed it, ARPwave to the rescue and with thousands of pro athletes as clients they deliver a unique, safe and effective alternative to conventional training, surgery and medications.
Denis Thompson and ARPwave sounds like something very new but actually the company has been in business for over 10 years.Their clients have been the super elite and wealthy but now Thompson is bringing ARPwave to the general public. His mission, to provide a safe and non-addictive alternative to conventional medicine.
Denis Thompson is CEO of ARPwave, a company located at 7721 145th ST West Apple Valley, MN 5512, Phone: (952) 431-9708, Fax: (952) 431-9723 and Email: info@ARPwave.com
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girls shy away from barbells. A, because they think it just looks scary. Be they don't know, and just roll your eyes. Okay. And finally, it just comes with the stigma of the whole, I get asked this all the time, am I going to get bulky if I do this? So those three things, I think are limiting factors for women to even like go up to a barbell every single one I've talked to has always been like, it's scary. It's scary. It's scary. And I keep getting told, like, oh, but I'm going to hurt this and I'm going to hurt that and I'm going to hurt this and I and I have to explain to them that if you are a beginner, and you're with a coach and you have supervision, and you were taught how to do this movement properly from the beginning, you're not going to get hurt. Sorry, I'm going to blow up. I have one more story. To know I'm really bad at it. Let me just say one thing you have to love me You can't just talk. I will give you your time. Okay. Wait,
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are you shushing me? Oh my Oh Cho
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Yeah, you asked me on, because you needed material. So here's your material. So what am I first?
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Did you just say,
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let me get this point across one of my first pts she comes up to me and she's like, Listen, I have never really exercised properly in my life. So I know that I want to get stronger because she had like broken her leg. And I don't really know where to go. So I had this person who literally has never done a lot of like these movements before like a squat or a hinge or single leg or, or rotational push, pull all that fun stuff. And I started her like right at the beginning we worked on balance and stability and posture and then as soon as that was in the clear, I started with very light, just bodyweight movements to correct the hinge we worked so hard on the hinge and on the squat itself. And eventually we progressed to using a barbell and my favorite thing in the world was yesterday at our session, she sees the setup and she goes oh, we're squatting I love squatting. And it was just so cool to see her progression from never even exercising before to squatting 55 kilos for five yesterday
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and that's truly amazing. You know a lot of guys are afraid of squatting a lot of guys are afraid of squatting and dead lifting why squatting they think they're gonna blow out their knees and dead lifting they think they're gonna blow off their backs.
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Is that the narrative? Because I I'm only aware. I work at female gym. Yeah, and the guys that I do know already have a background in training.
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So no A lot of newbies, a lot of new guys will be like, Oh, I don't want to blow my knees or I don't want to blow my back. That's always the first thing they say, when it comes to squatting. Even Rami? Yeah, I mean, you saw Rami Rami. At the beginning, he was terrified. Yeah, to put a barbell on his back or to deadlift he was absolutely terrified. And the fact that he has developed into doing deadlifts, 100 kilos for four, and you saw him before, like he was hunched over and now he's like, upright, you know, feeling great. So a lot of guys did. And look, I have no shame in asking other coaches for help or for input on a client. If I think that I'm stuck, even in baseball for 15 years. You know, Tad right? Tad's like Mr. information, Mister like no at all. Everything. He knows a lot. That's definitely I'm not saying Mr. Know it all in a bad way. But he calls me over sometimes, uh, Hey, can you see anything wrong with this kid swing? Just because maybe he's missed something.
06:03
But see, I love coaches like that, that are constantly learning. You're consta
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Episode - Sa7aty with nadeem AlDUAIJ
Thu, 2/18 8:49PM • 1:02:53
SUMMARY KEYWORDS
kuwait, doctors, people, patient, providers, health, hospital, problem, consultations, urgent care, healthcare, system, licensed, care, app, based, saudi, region, private sector, mena region
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You're now listening to the project to project to the project, where we stop at nothing to bring you the right backs on health, fitness and psychology, featuring some of the world's most experienced professionals. So you can learn and play with your hosts make dirty and messy. You know, you go to an orthopedic doctor, especially in the private sector, I went to one about my shoulder, three of them here in Kuwait. And they all said I needed surgery. And it was one doctor in the states who said, No, here's a cortisone shot, here's three months of rehab surgeries, your last resort, you should never do that at your age, unless it's absolutely needed. It's funny because here, you just go right under in the night, three doctors wanted to cut me open. You know, after the first physical,
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we built our system based on secondary and tertiary care, meaning specialty care, right hospital care, we've put the hospital in the center of our health care system, which is the wrong thing to do. We are always ranked in the top five most diabetic and obese nations in the world, despite pouring billions every year into health care. But despite being building the biggest hospitals in the world, that doesn't work.
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There's a lot of people still like no, I want to see you face to face. I figured you know, by the time they'll get into a crisis, they'll have to use me online. But the idea is, is that this sense of confidentiality, this sense of things I can tell you because it's online, this fear of I'm being recorded, I have to constantly remind them, it's not like that confidentiality secured, you're not going to be recorded. So yes, I think people need to just be comfortable with this is the way it is.
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All this and more in today's episode. Hey, everybody, welcome to this episode of the project. And in this episode, dr. D is going to talk about how she almost failed me. But
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more importantly, everyone knows I almost failed, you know, and then I passed you because I felt sorry for you. Seriously, I did. I was like you know you're crying you're begging?
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Oh, that is no, that is not you. Let me introduce the guests that we're not listening to this again, go back to one of the previous episodes you'll hear, we're gonna introduce the guest tonight's guest is someone that I gained a lot of respect for within the first 10 seconds of meeting him on zoom. He's the CEO of the Sati app application here in Kuwait. I believe you guys are based here in Kuwait. They deal with all things medical and psychological, which is something that we're definitely going to get into later. And the reason why this man went over my respect within the first 10 seconds of meeting him is because he said he did not like to be called doctor, I wish everyone in the Middle East would take that approach, instead of putting doctor on their credit cards, doctor on their air flight tickets. And mainly it's the people with PhDs is not true. That is so true is not true. No.
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No, maybe because he is more Western. But most of the people in this part of the world, maybe then Diem can say that most of the people here the real doctors, not the PhDs, they really love their doctor title seriously. Hmm.
02:58
I agree, I think we have a we have a problem with hierarchy and egos in this regi
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Everybody's entitled to their own opinion. Obviously there's some of us in here do not believe in conspiracy theory and others believe in it. So I think you know, everybody's entitled to I believe in aliens. Do you really believe in aliens? Are you serious? Like my Yes. 100% they built the goddamn pyramids? Do you think people actually built the damn pyramids? Do you think human beings picked up like 40,000 pound stones and stack them in a perfect trial? It's insane. Oh, my mom's talking and Maddie Maddie on the pyramids, they have pictures right? helicopters, submarines, everything UFOs that and that's, that's legit. Like that is legit. You go there, and you can see it. And you can see the sun god and all these things. And when you look at this stuff, it's like, I don't believe with the universe as big as it is that we are here alone. No way. I agree. It is too big. We are literally like a grain of salt smaller than a grain of salt in the universe. And me and hey, I sometimes will put on you know, shows that talk about the universe. And you know, Neil deGrasse Tyson goes through it all. I get scared. I'm like, I want to shut the shut off. I don't want to think about this. You know, like, I don't want to know that I might get probed in 10 years like I'm good. You know, even the History Channel, ancient aliens. Yep. Ancient Aliens is a great one. And even like, well, it's funny, like Bob lazaar. And that whole thing, right? He was considered a conspiracy theorist for many, many years. And then finally this year, the government came out and they were like, Yeah, it's true. Like we have a lot of the technology that he's talking about and totally, like, vindicated him and all that and like for years, they made his life, absolute hell and pin him as a conspiracy theorist, but 100% as big as the universe is, there's no way we're the only ones. So I have a question for Dr. D, though, from a psychological perspective. Why do some of us believe in conspiracy theories? Is it something that we kind of try to latch on to for a moment of truth or is it
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You are now listening to the project Kuwait project Kuwait, project Kuwait, where we stop at nothing to bring you the right backs on health, fitness and psychology, featuring some of the world's most experienced professionals. So you can learn and play with your hosts make them dirty, and messy.
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Learning how to communicate, when you can't speak the same language, how to still get your point across is so helpful. When I came back to the states and started coaching again, just that level of confidence of like, hey, if I can coach someone that doesn't speak my language, how to move better, how to have a right attitude in a workout, how to live a healthy lifestyle, it brought a huge amount of confidence back over and I feel like I grown. Yeah, you know, 10 x times making communication harder, almost made communicating easier.
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They are very communal, and they live so closely with one another of like, what they provide, like the trading and the skills and how they can help each other out. It's just so well connected. That was like an enlightening experience. I'm sure lockup It was also that ability to connect with other people is always like such a great measure of health. And I think that community aspect is so important, like looking at how happy they were having like so little.
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All this and more in today's episode.
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Welcome back to The expat series. I am joined today by Brad Clark. And before I get into like who you are and why brought you here, I want you to fill in the blank with this question. Strangers would describe me as blank, but only I know that I am blank.
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What's your answer? strangers would describe me as mysterious. Although I know or Yeah, only I know that I am only I know that. I have a plan and I know exactly what I want. However, I it does not seem like it but I am on a I am on a path and I know exactly where I'm going. But I only let a few people like into that part of me. You know, that's awesome. Try to keep it a little mysterious for sure. A little unknown.
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The name that this app for that we're recording on gave him the name of inventive Moonwalker, we should change it to elusive Moonwalker, maybe
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I'll take that. But I do like the invented moonwalk in my that could be a new handle somewhere.
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Love it.
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So for those that don't know, Brad, Brad and I grew up in our fitness journey at CrossFit Omaha. We went through the level one cert together did our internship right around the same time learning from some of the best fitness coaches in the CrossFit industry. At that time. I didn't jump into coaching classes as quickly as Brad did. I worked more on the operation side of the gym, social media retail, which is where I got the connections to come to Kuwait working for circuit plus. and recruiting for Kuwait isn't easy. A lot of people know this, but I tapped into my network. And, Brad, do you remember the timeline of you coming out? Because I just remember being like, yeah, you should come travel the world. Yalla. And then you were there
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was a wallet. Let's go. Yes. So I was actually just talking to my giSupport the show (https://www.instagram.com/p/Bl8NPB2H4Mf/?igshid=1m9w8d28oarlu&utm_source=fb_www_attr)
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WHAT IS GRID?GRID is the future of team sports. Men and women competing side by side with a variety of specialties and body types working together in the ultimate race-based game of teamwork and strategy.
The sport was introduced in 2014 by the National Pro Grid League with world class athletes competing at the pro level of GRID.
The Experience* A very fun and rewarding, coed team sports, full season experience * Feel the fun of utilizing your physical strengths as the best way to contribute to your team. Don’t stress your weaknesses * Compete in 2 hour, high speed, high excitement matches in front of a crowd * Represent your city and help strengthen your regional fitness community
The Sport
Two teams race head-to-head to complete a series of weightlifting, body-weight, and other athletic elements. The FGL uses two versions of the sport with GRID 6 (6 person teams for anyone) and The FGL Season (14 person teams for higher level players).
Teams
Teams are composed of an equal number of male and female players who can be:
- bodyweight specialists
- heavy weight specialists
- generalists who can perform a variety of movements
Players use the strengths that suit them to best contribute to their team.
What wins races
Speed, strategy and teamwork are used to complete the races in the fastest possible time.
The GRID
Two teams race in two lanes. Each lane is divided into four quadrants. Two teams perform at a time on the GRID head to head, which is very exciting.
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In This episode we are live from the Volvo showroom in Kuwait talking to you the fans who make this all happen in our annual live event!
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registered dietician, nutritionist, and I've been in practice for about 10 years. I'm a clinical dietitian, I talk a lot about healing foods for cancer, anti inflammation, cardiovascular disease, so I definitely have that clinical specialty. But I also believe that food is really fun and part of pleasure of life. And the idea behind champion nutrition is sort of just enjoying food, focusing more on adding in versus subtracting and just having that view of nutrition.
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In this Episode we talking about 2020 and all the crazy stuff that went down. We also dive into conspiracy theories and what will happen next. Taking the vaccine and what it will mean for all of us!
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In This episode mahdi and Meg dive into F45 with Danica! Danica brakes-down the interworking of F45 and the benefits. How the programs work and the overall structure works.
the guys also talk a lot about CrossFit and other workout modalities that never lasted. they also dive into different gyms and their outlooks on F45 and CrossFit
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Eric D’Agati has spent the past 20 years in the fitness industry as a coach, trainer and instructor, pioneering his unique approach to client assessment, performance enhancement and injury prevention. His company, ONE Human Performance, provides fitness, training and wellness services in New Jersey and operated as multidisciplinary facility for 12 years before Eric moved on to focus solely on his coaching and consulting services.
Eric studied Exercise Physiology at William Paterson University and, in addition, has had the good fortune over the years of learning directly from some of the greatest minds in the industry, including Gray Cook, Charles Poliquin, Mike Clark and Paul Chek. His list of certifications includes CHEK Practitioner, Poliquin Performance Coach, National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM), Performance Enhancement and Integrated Flexibility Specialist (NASM), Functional Movement Screen (FMS), Selective Functional Movement Assessment (SFMA), and SPARQ Speed, Agility & Quickness Trainer.
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we talked about seasonal affective disorder, where people really need to understand their symptoms, and is it winter related? Is it all year related? And what do you do about it? Definitely. And
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In this episode Dr.Joe discuss the benefits and drawbacks of CrossFit for the average persons.
Breaks down the truth about posture and how over doing it may lead to more injuries.
He also talks about athletes and their genetic makeup that leases them to be the 1% of the 1%!
we also dive deep into back pain and it’s fixes along with powerlifting and how squats and deadlifts can help your body feel younger!
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In this episode we talk about a lot of bout powerlifting and it’s benefits and drawbacks.
We also discussed unilateral training and how beneficial that could be for developing strength and stability through core movements.
John also breaks down the fundamentals of programming for a power lifter and how important it is to put in some variety and novelty rather than just sticking to the big three movements.
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And I truly believe that I already had COVID I never been as sick as I was in February. And Chris Cuomo said it like you have to move you have to stay active and, you know really kind of feed into your body. And I believe the body heals itself as long as you're giving it the fuel to heal itself, which is movement, staying awake, staying active, I swear to God, I never in my entire life has been that sick.
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In this episode I get to sit down and talk to as he's from hybrid training. Now for the first 20 minutes we talk a lot of general fitness stuff talking about grip strength, deadlifts, and then we get into talking about COVID-19 and Corona. And whether I had it with the symptoms work because he had it. And he gives some really good insight from a medical professionals perspective. And we also talk about whether gyms equate should open up or they shouldn't, what is going on and quite wire numbers are spiking as of late. So it's a really an interesting part from a medical perspective. I would say that starts up in minute 25. And then we start talking a little bit about health and fitness and assessments and how he assesses his client. It's a really fun episode, we enjoyed the chat. He's definitely coming back on and if you enjoy this episode, please leave us a rating and review.
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Dr. Andrew Hahn is a licensed clinical psychologist and founder of Guided Self Healing (GSH), an energy psychospiritual mindbody framework for healing our deepest trauma.
He received his B.A. from Harvard University and his Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Hahnemann University.
A call for greater understanding beyond the traditional Western paradigms led him to the worlds of Buddhist and Eastern Psychology; Mystery Trainings; and Depth, Archetypal and Spiritual Psychology.
On the podcast, he talks about how to overcome any sort of challenges, whether it’s physical (like chronic pain, auto-immune), mental (like anxiety) or emotional (like depression).
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In this episode Lesley Logan talking businesses and training for professionals and none professionals. With Covid-19 came business opportunity especially in the fitness world, developing an online business is a key factor in most trainers sustaining there income over the last year. in addition we discuss the future of the. industry and what all this will mean for trainers and clients
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In this episode Dr.D and Mahdi invite Sommer Al Nasrallah, Dr. Theodore Kruse to discuss everything in regards to online education from different perspective. Mahdi and Dr.D have been trash talking online education for younger kids so in this episode both guests bring in a unique perspective on the topic.
The main points of the discussion:
-benefits and drawbacks of online learning for kids
-sensory play for children
-The difficulties teachers are having
-The difficulties parents are having
-The price as we are paying for the online education as opposed to in person education
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Too Far too often people look into running just to lose weight or to get fit. From my perspective, running is something that you have to be more fit for. It's a high demand sport, it's a repetitive sport, and it's something that you need to be fit for.
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In this episode we discuss additions focusing on gambling and what may become of someone affected by this disorder.
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In this episode we invite Justin Andrews Of Mind pump Media on to talk about training for performance and training for athletes. He discusses some of the most over sought aspects of training programs and industry mistakes.
He jumps into the business side of Mind Pump and discusses their programs and what it could do for you as an athlete.
Instagram: @mindpumpjustin
website: Mindpumpfree.com
website: www.mindpumpmedia.com
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In this episode we discuss the psychology of the current presidential debate.
the psychology of the media and the role it plays on our decision in every day life !
We dive deep into the KPI’s of the American president and his handling of COVID-19.
We also brake down Trumps marketing skills and why he is the best salesman possibly of our generation.
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Dietless Living is not a mindset or change belief program per say, although you will definitely change your beliefs and develop a success mindset.
Dietless Living program does not tell you what to eat, although you will definitely learn how to guide yourself to the food that is most helpful to you and that you like and love to eat and will give you the results you want.
Dietless Living is not an exercise program, but you will definitely discover fun ways to move your body that you choose to do simply for the sheer pleasure of doing it.
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In this episode we discuss social masks and what it means to some while developing there character among social groups.
We also diving to saying no and how to say no to people who expect the most from us. We also talked about how to develop boundaries and set our boundaries for our loved ones and people around us in order to protect ourselves
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In this episode we talk to **Rafael Ferreira from labdoor woh talks about supplements and the nasty industry standards.
Have you always thought your Pro Tien shake only had protein in it and was free from heavy metals in arsenic think again!**Have you always thought the FDA regulates supplements or there was a regulatory body that did that well think again in this episode Rafael breaks it all down for us
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In this episode we discuss politics and and how to adjust to the current times. We also talk about the use of masks and how important they actually and are some cool mask hacks that will help!
Vaccines are scary and we all may have to take them some we talk about the historical failures of vaccines.
Then we dive deep into the meat of the episode and talk about pain and the perception of pain!
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In this episode we dive deep in to organize sports and talk about the death of CrossFit. This episode is filled with fun facts about baseball football basketball and soccer that I’m sure you’ll enjoy and an awesome collaboration between The Project Kuwait and K-tactic
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In this episode we dive deep into myths behind diets and cookie cutter diet plans
we also discuss the importance of doing the right thing by your body and not following the trends.
Find out what really works to help you shed pounds
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In this episode we dive deep into human resources in the mentalities of both the employee and the employer. We discussed reactivation back to work and what it takes to get back into the mentality of working in an environment. We also discussed attendance and is it mandatory for all employees to attend on site
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In the episode the boys brakedown why Bader Al Mutaw took a knee in a football game.
The issues that come from the wrong people managing sports
Why sports should be privatized and the impact it will have on athletes.
Who are Kuwait’s best athletes and why they are the best!
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In this episode we discuss firing people For a second time and why it’s so hard to tell someone they are doing a bad job. This also goes into setting boundaries and ensure people undertake there role in your life
Anxiety is a big issue these days especially post quarantine. We discussed some of the current issue that have been raised and how to deal with them on a daily bases.
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Eric D’Agati has spent the past 20 years in the fitness industry as a coach, trainer and instructor, pioneering his unique approach to client assessment, performance enhancement and injury prevention. His company, ONE Human Performance, provides fitness, training and wellness services in New Jersey and operated as multidisciplinary facility for 12 years before Eric moved on to focus solely on his coaching and consulting services.
In this day and age we see a lot of crazy stuff out there, especially when it comes to sports training. A lot of the time we see trainers training athletes till they fatigue rather practicing the movements and developing the fine arts that translate on the playing field.
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THE BACK STORY...
Gavin Routledge is an Osteopath with 30 years professional experience of lower back pain and sciatica. Gavin graduated in 1991 from the British School of Osteopathy as a Gold Medallist and is now a Vice Patron of the University College of Osteopathy (formerly the BSO). Co-author of “The Back Book” with Gavin Hastings OBE in 1996; and in 2017 the author of “Active X Backs – a long term solution to lower back pain”, he is a much sought-after public speaker on the topics of pain, health and physical activity.
He is so fascinated by pain and having personally experienced 7 years of lower back pain and sciatica in his 20’s, that he completed an MSc in The Clinical Management of Pain at The University of Edinburgh. Gavin is passionate about helping to move people as far from illness and pain as possible and practises what he preaches, cycling, running, swimming, body-weight and free-weight training, practising yoga
and meditation (with the very rare game of extremely average golf).
As Chief Back Officer of Active X Backs in his practice in Edinburgh, Scotland, Gavin leads his team to provide both in clinic care and online consultations to individuals, health and fitness professionals and organisations looking to provide their clients with online care.
Gavin’s mission is “To prevent lower back pain and sciatica, to provide rapid relief to those already suffering and to enable you to be active for life ”.
IDEAL FOR THESE AUDIENC
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In this episode we dive deep into these topics talking about your name and title and what it means to some people.
we talk about attachment to trainers and psychologist and how to fire them when needed and the struggles of not being able to
What you should look for when someone diagnoses a disorder and the timeline
attachment to loved ones and how to over come the pitfalls of missing them when they leave
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In this episode Sherin discusses the role we should all take in helping people who are less fortunate in our society.
She also dives into the impact of Covid-19 on the gym business and the evaluation we all might see From the pandemic
Mahdi and Sherin both discuss there programs form NMP programming and the changes they have seen!
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In this episode we discussed the current events that took place in Lebanon over a week ago. Dr. D breaks down dealing with trauma and how to overcome it and how to deal with traumatic experiences and regaining control over your life and the things you can control
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In this episode Chris discusses how to start a business out of nothing and develop a relationship marketing and have your athletes do the marketing for you. He also breaks down the difficulties of running a start up business and how to make it successful in the long run
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This episode is a re-airing of emotional wounds on how to deal with emotional traumas and overcome adversity in your life
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In this episode we brake down Kuwait’s best fitness athletes and go in depth as best we can on how good they are !
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In this episode Hana talks about pull-up progressions and developing overall strength as a women in the fitness profession. She also talks about her encounter with coved-19 and how it affected her life and being Quarantined for 30 days
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This episode is a remixed version from our earlier days but it’s a classic!
what to look out for
Who should train you
Behaviors that are acceptable and unacceptable and a lot more
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In this episode we talk about all things parenting and developing Speech and language skills in children and adults
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In this episode Dr.D dives deep into boundaries discussing the relationships of psychologists and clients. She also talked about the abusive methods some clients take when talking and interacting with there doctors. In general there are lines people should not cross and we outline most of the important ones for professional and clients
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In this episode of the Expat series Meg and Danica sit with Bibi Al Sabah, the founder of Social Work Society (SWS). It is a Kuwaiti civil society founded in 2005 focusing on protecting, supporting and providing services to victims of human rights violations and those who have been marginalized and subjected to unequal or selective applications of Kuwaiti laws.
We discuss Bib’s personal story that lead to the creation and mission of SWS. Bibi explains what the Kafala system is and the biggest human rights violations as a result of it that Kuwait is facing along with the current steps being taken to abolish it with the government. SWS offers a variety of services and for victims and how to start a process for reporting and helping, along with need to know information for expats and migrant workers without an embassy in Kuwait. Learn what you can do as a local or an expat to support the SWS mission and make changes so all humans can live with dignity.
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In this follow up episode Harvey talks about racism from a different perspective compared to episode 173! He discussed many aspects about CrossFit and other sports that embrace diversity and unity!
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We go through life not think of one of the most important things out eyes! In this episode Dr.Zigler talks about eye care and the importance of taking care of our eyes in day to day life !
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Panos talks about cardio-metabolic analysis is, and how PNOE is helping make it available to everyone. We also explore the concept of caloric efficiency, specifically what it means for endurance athletes
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Having a family member who sufferers from depression is hard, it’s also hard on the support system.
In this episode we discuss multiple strategies to help those we love in dealing with depression and overcoming the hills and valleys
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In this episode me and Marlene dove deep into the history of CrossFit and functional fitness and discuss the barriers to entry that are placed on people of lower income. We also equate Crossfit to playing golf as a privileged person.
We dove deep into the rabbit whole of will CrossFit love one it will it fade out and die under new ownership!
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Mark Bunn is a former professional AFL footballer , a natural-health coach specialising in Ayurvedic
medicine and the author of 'Ancient Wisdom for Modern Health'. Mark’s unique blend of both Eastern and
Western health-science helps people simplify the shift to health, happiness, higher awareness and high
performance through a fascinating blend of ANCIENT EASTERN WISDOM and MODERN WESTERN
SCIENCE.
Combining the latest, cutting-edge research, age-old insights of Ayurvedic medicine (Maharishi Ayurveda)
and the secrets of the world’s healthiest, longest-living people and highest performing business people,
Mark reminds people of the simple, forgotten wisdoms of health and introduces them to a whole new world
of future wellness possibilities.
FACT: The healthiest, happiest people to ever live have never heard of good fats, bad fats, sleep apps or
optimal heart rates... they’ve simply understood the timeless ‘wisdoms’ of health, happiness and high
performance.
As one of the world’s leading experts on health and personal performance, Mark has been invited to
speak in Australia, New Zealand, Asia Pacific, South Africa, the Caribbean and the USA, and his
clients include Deloitte, CBA, Westpac, NAB, Telstra, Duke Corporate Education (USA), YPO Asia-
Pac, Hong Kong COC plus almost 100 schools/educational groups.
Mark is also a certified teacher of Transcendental Meditation and CEO of the David Lynch
Foundation of Australia—a charity that raises money to teach TM to the most traumatised
individuals—domestic violence sufferers, disadvantaged youth, war veterans with PTSD etc.
Having experienced the loss of his wife to breast cancer he is extremely compassionate to the
various challenges people face today.
With Mark, you won’t hear anything about counting goddamn calories or analysing fats! You
will however learn why things like happiness , human connection, having a higher purpose
and developing higher states of consciousness are far more life-changing than having a
six-pack, drinking green smoothies or activating your bloody almonds!
“Mark will change the way you think about wellness and quite possibly your life.” Robert
Conlee - CEO Neways International
Mark Bunn wants to create a SHIFT in our thinking about health, happiness, high-
performance and higher consciousness.
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In this episode Sundus and Ammer discuss all the recent activities that have taken place during Covid-19 and how they have helped most who have suffered from domestic abuse. In addition they discuss the inner workings of legislature and how it impacts society.
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In this episode IFBB pro Patricia Bordo Talked about he body building industry and the what it takes to become a pro bodybuilder. She also talked about the gym culture from a women’s perspective in Kuwait. The Spanish champion also talks about how pros drop there body fat percentage and how unhealthy it actually is !
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In this episode Mahdi and Dr.D talk about **Hypochondriacs in the age of corona! And how this can disrupt your life and how it can be amplified during this time.
Then Mahdi and Dr.D have a debate on whether kids should cry or suck it up! Mahdi explains why it’s important to be tough! 💪**
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In this episode Q8caveman dives deep into the fitness industry exposing the hidden gym of meal prep companies. We all think what goes into our food is top quality however we are being fooled!
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In this episode with Dr. Darweesh We discussed a number of topics ranging from the impact of COVID-19 on Muslims in America, Black Lives Matter, the impact of COVID-19 on children from an American perspective. This episode dives into a lot of deep rooted issues that impact both societies in a different manner we aim to shed light on a different behaviors that we see within our communities.
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In this episode we discuss all things when it comes to developing the sports management company, creating online competitions in developing equal price parts along the way. We also dive into the politics of judging and judges get paid, with a growing rate of athletes these days we have seen price parts dwindled down to nothing in the region and we also touch on this and discuss how price Pod should be increased across the region. We also dive into all the questions I asked about outfit 2020 and what their plans are for the future and the future of sanction little vents
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Abdullah Alaskari Gym Business Guru Discusses: Covid-19 and it’s Effects in the Fitness Industry, How Gyms are Leveraging Their Income to Save Their Business, What Gyms Will Look Like Post-Quarantine, Fitness Apps and Their Flaws of Credibility and the Innovation we will see next year in the industry
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In this episode James described discuss his mindset in mindset mastery for a better life. Developing healthy habits at a later age and being creative on a day-to-day basis to enhance your overall well-being.
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Meg, Danica, and Ashley reflect on their experiences over several years of holidays away from family and traditions. They discuss the open-mindedness required to learn and connect over religious and cultural traditions that are different from your upbringing.
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this episode, Haya AlSharhan talks us through the CrossFit timeline, from racist comments at the Games, to affiliate owners’ complaints, to the resignation of Greg Glassman. What does this mean for the sport and what can we expect moving forward? Also, wait till the end to listen to her quarantine motivation tips and the plethora of programs she has available.
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In this episode, Marlene Andersson discusses her journey from being a typical student to transforming into a high-level CrossFit games athlete. She also dives into the world of movement and rehabilitation in training non-athletes, or the general population who are interested in bettering their lifestyle through functional movements.
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In this episode Natasha discusses her life in Kuwait and her move to Canada! She discusses life in Kuwait and how she misses everything about it. She also talked about becoming her own women and developing a business out of nothing in order to become self sufficient
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الحركه هي السر في تخفيض الوزن ويجب توخي الحذر بعدم الإفراط
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In this Episode we discuss your comments and questions. from our instagram. This discussion was lead by you the listeners.
Dr.D Talks psychology and prison of self beliefs
Meg and Mahdi talk training mobility and the gym business and how it will affect training globally and in the GCC
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This is Ahmed Al Ali high level Kuwaiti athlete who worked his way to the top! He brakes down how he developed his skills in multiple sports to become one of the best!
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In this episoed Dr.D and Mahdi talk about information overload and posers who specialize in one area but think they are qulified to give out information in men til health and general wellness. Because you're a nutritionist that doesn't mean you're a life expert.
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In this episode we discuss everything we have been doing along with some new tips and tricks for fitness and mental health!
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سر تخفيف الوزن
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In this episode we discuss many things psychology and the differences between the United States and Kuwait. We focus in on youth development and the possible psychological outcomes of Covid 19
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In this episode, we sit down with Haraka Training to discuss all things movement and Straight building. Ali brings years of knowledge to the table and experience as a powerlifter here in Kuwait.
you can find him on Instagram or his YouTube channel
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Summary: Matt shares his story of what it was like to coming from the UK to Kuwait to build a start up fitness app. Like most expats in the fitness industry, Matt was connected to Kuwait through mutual friends to take full lead on a project that had been a hobby until that point. Meg and Matt discuss some of the ups and downs of arriving in the country and what has made the most impact on their business and life goals.
where we stop at nothing to bring you the right backs on health, fitness and psychology, featuring some of the world's most experienced professionals. So you can learn live and play with your hosts make dirty and messy
I think I quit my job a bit too early, just because I didn't realize how long it took to sort these out and
then I didn't actually realize that I have to take as many medical tests as I as I did. Nothing like bad or anything just a bit mad like my job was fine. One quite big difference about that. I'm going to select imaging like photography and video industry over in the UK is it's it's very saturated, so you have like thousands and thousands of people kind of competing for the same jobs. There are only a certain handful as like advertising
studios, all content agencies. My brother went to university with somebody who is already out here.
It's how much he approached my brother to see if we'd like to come and do this videography job. My brother didn't have the experience, but he put my name forward. And it was literally just a case of communicating on Facebook for a few months. So someone came out to see me I had like a little kind of audition, too. And like the night of that they will lay out the job and when can you stop? All this and more in today's episode, so I'm gonna let you do a little intro of who you are and what you're doing out in Kuwait. Okay. Hi, world. My name is Matt mauvais. And I am photographer and videographer. And the reason I'm in quit is because I am working for a startup fitness startup, which is how
You and I met Matt working on that. And yeah, we're here. We're building it from nothing. It's going super well. And yeah, I'm enjoying a very exciting, fulfilling time.
Out here in quit. Yes.
Where did you come from? I came from Leeds UK, which is the north of England from super, super cold to, like 60 plus degrees in the shade right? super hot and dry.
So how long have you been in Kuwait now? Oh, in June I will have finished my second year. Okay. What kind of kind of a colicky baby compared to yourself? We're here for how long? Five and a half years.
Yeah, I love that thing. That is definitely something I have adopted from. I don't know that it is you had already or no, I didn't have it already. I started doing it all the time. And also I end sentences with you know, yep. Oh my gosh, I do.
do that all the time. And I think that comes from. For me, I think it came from coaching and leading workshops because I knew that English wasn't the first language for many of the people. So I'm constantly asking for clarification. And you know, it's kind of one of those things that comes out or Okay, or I'm constantly just kind of happy. Even now that I'm back in the face. I'm around. Yeah, even though now I'm around people who speak English as a first language. I'm still like, do you guys understand me?
Yes, but yeah, sorry. It's almost like a new what's the word? You know, like Americans? Oh, I just did it. So I can't accuse Americans of just doing it as well. Like, using the word like to kind of bridge gaps in sentences. Exactly. Yeah. Like it like an unconscious tic that like to my sentences and like links them to the Yeah, it's Jani. Right? Yeah. Yummy. Right, but it's something like that. Yeah. Did you ever pick
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In this episode with talk about Ahmed’s recent book and the struggles of day to day life and how to overcome the changes. We also discuss iowaska psychedelic and and finding ones self through Psychedelics
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مدرب حركة/ محمد بن حسن
برايمل موفمنت او الحركة الاساسية
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In this episode, Mark talked about his battle with drugs in his twenties and how he overcame it! He also dives into the life of fitness and how he has found and outlet through boxing, and how he is now throwing punches at cancer!
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Expats Abroad: Benjamin Palmer, the Fittest Man in Cambodia 2017, and Meg discuss the risks and rewards of life abroad while working in fitness and marketing businesses across eight countries in the last five years.
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In this episode Dr.D and Mahdi talk about the insensitivity of Society towards what we imagine as everyone caring about our problems and feelings.
But the reality is no one really cares and we all need to understand the inner workings of people and problems
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In this episode we talk about the truth and how it could hurt! Not everyone wants to hear the truth but sometimes you need to hear it !
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داليا العامري واحدة من بين اقوى السيدات في الشرق الأوسط(واقع مجتمع الكروسفت في الشرق الاوسط) و كيف تستطيع المرأة ان ترفع أثقال لصحة و حياة افضل
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In this episode Dr. Mourad Georgia state university discusses all of the implications of Covid 19 on the economy and what it will mean for future business.
Min1-25 we discussed the current drop in the Dow Jones industrial stock
min 35-45 he discusses the alarming unemployment numbers
45-50 the current Conspiracies around COVID-19
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In this episode Tanner talks about battalions back form every kind of injury you can think of!
He also talks about winning the Dubai fitness championships in 2014 and what that felt like. Being an ex-football player all this took a toll on his body and has forced him into years of surgeries and rehab in hopes of one day to reclaim his thrown.
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I this episode, we discussed the differences between introverts and extroverts.
How introverts can be misunderstood and categorized as being mean, Pompous, Self absorbed and Rude.
On the other hand extroverts can be seen as annoying, Loud and boisterous.
which one are you!
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Meg and Mahdi Catch-up and Talk Shop on: Picking the Right Home Program for Quarantine, Developing your Coaching Business, Marketing to The Right Segments, What is a Coach, How to Leverage Your Gym During Quarantine and Meditation for the Soul and What is the “Carnivore virus”nd Meg catch-up on all things fitness industry.
Discussing how to leverage your coaching business during the during the quarantine.
How to market to the right sergeants and develop a marketing plan with an ROI applicable to you!
How there is a forgotten segment that no one is talking to and you can have first mover status and make some money
How meditation is different for everyone and can apply to all situations
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In this episode Dr. Ali goes in depth on the virus and what it could mean for humanity in the coming years. He points out that we really don’t know nothing about the virus and the race for a vaccine could be costly!
He also dives into the biology of humans and our immune system and how it works.
The implications of not social distancing and what it could mean for the near future!
We are also in for a long ride with this virus!
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البهبهاني لاعب كروسفت يتكلم عن اعادة تأهيلا الإصابات الرياضية
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Okay, I am there. You, anytime in the commercial. I like a problem. I did a lot. So I spend a lot of my time doing sports. And not only can you kick someone's ass with weights, you can actually kick their ass Sometimes when I have to be Oh, Hannity. You were at a very high level of burrowing. Ah, Khandala, Lisa Matter neck until you got to a very high level burrowing
spk_0
Honda lion e. I was even you, like, uh, almost doing a qualification
spk_1
for Ah, Bikini Olympics. Okay, Yeah,
spk_0
but for some reasons, I stop. So I did drawing after, like in my first year in the university, I was in physical education, so it was easy to go to compete to do support the high level. Okay. And this is one of the reasons like I spent, like I waste two years in the university too. Okay? I was like, international team, so I don't go to the sounds, this stuff
spk_1
way all fell into that. I did eight years in my life and growing. And how is that? Do you think that contributed to your physical fitness right now? Do you think that's what's giving you? Sort of Yeah, for sure.
spk_0
For sure it's give me engine for sure. Okay. But give me more mentality, By the way, strong mentality like this. Very boring sports. Yeah, imagines that here, it told you like to sit in the rowing machine on do one hour?
spk_1
I couldn't do it for me. No way.
spk_0
Yeah, on the mission. I just told you do one hour, okay. Or for anyone? Imagine. If I am telling you, do one hour. I need this average this speed. The these on Daigo is about my coach and back after 58 minutes to check the average that no way too can't cheat. There is average. And he asked you to do this average. So it was like? Yeah.
spk_1
Hey, live like in mentality. It was tough, huh? Hey, ain't No. So when you see a rowing workout in CrossFit, do you just laugh just like all right?
spk_0
No, actually, I still scared from rowing. Yeah, because I know what this. Okay, if he if you don't know what is running mean, Okay. How you count, like one K or average speed. Okay. You'll just run will not be a big deal for you. Yeah, every 55 k had agree. Five k. It's OK, but if you are an athlete and you you have, ah, test and you know your times and you have to run each K in 3 30 So it's a big, like a challenge for you.
spk_1
Yeah, very true. This
spk_0
same for me when I have, like, I can't do any distance any time since the rowing. But I hate when I hear Go for two. Caro thinks our race, by the way. Just okay. The river machine in the water. Okay. It's too. Okay. This is a competition all over the warning. What's your two k time? I took a time. I was lightweight, by the way. I was 72
spk_1
you're 72 kilos at the time. What do you know? What? You're right.
spk_0
Like 99 in? Yeah. 1992 or 95. But I try to be less as I can, Toby. Good in cross. So in this time, I was 70 to 75 77 And I'm trying to lose weight all the time, by the way, Okay. Because my body types, like, gain very fast. Yeah, they were fast. Yeah. So I was lightweight. So my time in the competitions, Like officially time or two. Okay. Was 6 28 damn down 6 28 Yeah. This is for roars is not a big time, but, I mean, it's not a great time, but for heavyweights, I mean for lightweights is okay for heavyweights. Sub six sub sex. Yeah.
spk_1 &
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In this episode, Mahdi and Dr.D talk about being preset and accepting the Quarantine and redeveloping relationships with family members. We stress on the fact of getting to know your family again and appreciating the time you have together. We also discuss the fact that this is a time where we all need each other and its not a time to yell or be mean to our kids but understand that the moments we have now are important in their development and our own.
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1- Your a doctor who lifts will there be a lot of muscle atrophy for the two week quarantine.
2- What is the Coronavirus
3- How does it spread from one person to another
4- Can we catch it from packages form China? And from animals?
5- What are the symptoms and how can we differentiated from the common flu and seasonal allergies?
6- Who is the most at risk ?
7- Why did the Spanish flu attack you people and there was a high mortality rate in 1918? ( can our own Antibodies attack us in hyper defense?
8- Can supplement like elderberry, Garlic , Zinc help us?
9- What are the biggest myths ?
10- What is the best thing we can do to stop the spread of the virus 🦠
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Coronavirus (COVID-19) Italy
Laura, Talks about how it all started and what happened over the last few weeks. The events are alarming for most people to understand but the biggest takeaway is to listen to the government and stay home.
God bless us all in this time of need and may god protect Kuwait and it's people.
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In this episode, Dr.D and Mahdi talk about the panic and the readiness of the world for such Pandemic. The overall idea in this episode is to be safe and don’t overreact to maintain a clear mind and be safe.
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welcome to this episode of the project and I am joined the yoga instructor who, I don't know her first or last name, but I do know your Instagram name. It's the same person. Yes. And that's how you make me look like an idiot. That's cool. Thanks for coming on the show. And especially to talk about yoga. I think you were saying earlier that it's a very hot topic, right? I mean, is it goose, is it booming right now? Kuwait?
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Pro Rugby player gone psychologist brakes-down the mindset behind pro athletes and pro crossfitters. Adam discusses mindset and what it takes to get to the top of your sport. He dives into how your 80% should be developed to match your 100%! Listen to this episode to understand what it takes to have the mind of a champion
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Mind Star Health, LLC, was founded by Kristin Rulon in the fall of 2018. As a survivor of severe post partum depression and anxiety, currently dealing with generalized anxiety disorder and PTSD, Kristin is all too familiar with the mental health struggles. Refusing to settle that her mental health would always be a roller coaster, she began researching and educating herself about the mind.
“I’ve read more than 100 personal development books written by psychologists, spiritual leaders, business leaders, mental health advocates, etc. Having PPD/PPA was the darkest moment of my life but going through that brought out a side of me I didn’t know existed, and now I’m passionate about bringing Mind Star to life. Mind Star was the app I needed and I am ready to give Mind Star to everyone, because everyone deserves to learn how to take care of themselves in a way that’s healthy, free and possible with their lifestyle.”
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Cathy Cooke and Meg break down the sleep easy method - How to balance blood sugar, stress management, hormones, gut infections, and minerals while you sleep!
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Why is what we eat so important to our overall health?
What does it mean to have a holistic perspective when it comes to healing, why can't we just rely on one thing?
What does it mean to balance your blood sugar and why is this so important?
What is absolutely necessary for someone to loose weight and keep it off?
How does stress impact our health and weight, and what are some ways to address that?
You talk about the rhythm of your hormones, what does that mean exactly, and how can we "honor" that rhythm?
How does one make changes in their diet, when it can be so hard?
What are some of the strategies that you use with your clients that lead to their success?
Why do you think people struggle so much with cravings, what is the physiology underlying these cravings, and how can people address this?
Why do you call yourself the Queen of all things Nutrition?
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I did. You remember yet? Hey, hey. If you ever thought about expressing your negative emotions now we had a debate here, and we wanted to know, Is it really all about venting it in a physical way or expressing it verbally? So we're talking about catharsis on this show, so it depends what you think. I was arguing with Maddie the whole time.
spk_1
Now, most athletes might agree with me on working it out on the field. Are working it out at the gym because some of us are reserved in hitting a punching bag isn't the ideal way, but maybe going for a long run to organize your thoughts. Anyways, we get into this debate, it goes through to about minute 45. And then I think we go on to talking about quitting smoking
spk_0
and this steps to quitting smoking steps to critics
spk_1
because it's an easy fix. We start that conversation, I think in minute 50. But stay tuned for the whole episode because it all ties in to each other. And
spk_0
and I think this is really gonna be helpful because there is no one way or the others correct or wrong. I mean, we were not trying to say one way is better than the other, but that there are factors that you have to consider when you want to express negative emotions. So if you want to learn all about catharsis, this is the show for you.
of. What's so funny is you didn't give me your food. You gave me your wife so
spk_1
I don't have any food. My wife gets food delivered. She's a power lifter, so she's like she needs her food.
spk_0
Oh my God,
spk_1
if she doesn't eat, she gets angry,
spk_0
really gets her food delivers. That's a sweet
spk_1
Well, there you go. So now now it should be a little
spk_0
better. So your wife sound. I hope she's not gonna come back and say, Where's my son? Ways? Because I know how you are. Give me something and say no. She doesn't rush is not gonna eat it. And then later on tell me what Hey, is looking for that turkey sandwiches that you ate.
spk_1
This is gonna be like
spk_0
you gave it to Dr Dig.
spk_1
I'm gonna be like, Wow. Yeah, he's hungry. We got no food in the house. We're moving.
spk_0
Yeah, that's number. You had enough More than I have.
spk_1
You know, your family when you come over to my house and my house is in this state, all right? Like, just so everybody knows there's boxes around. There's, like, closed school boxes. All kinds of crazy stuff is moving the city's doing across.
spk_0
You know, when I move, I'm a little bit more organized in your How do you know where the stuff is gonna go?
spk_1
This is organized boxes or going to the new apartment. Okay, Because they're like, if they rip new apartment's literally across.
spk_0
I love the way you like movie, you know, really moving just right across the
spk_1
street. All right. And then a plastic containers, those air going to my house in Buffalo.
spk_0
Ah, this. So this is how you're like
spk_1
Yeah, that's what ena
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Cathy Cooke, BCHN, BBEC Holistic Nutritionist and Building Biologist
At Whole Home and Body Health, we help you achieve optimal health in ALL areas of your life. In order to reach your maximum healing potential, we must address the whole person. This means focusing on:
- Diet and nutritional status
- Exercise and movement
- Mental outlook and stress reduction
- EMF exposure
- Chemicals and mold in your home and workplace
- electromagnetic frequency say that five times fast. All this and more in today's episode Cathy. Welcome to the show. I think you could probably give a better introduction for yourself in what your background is, especially when it comes to electromagnetic frequency. Say that five times fast. Meg.
spk_1
I am a ballistic nutritionist and a certified building biology, environmental consultants and electromagnetic radiation specialists. I am basically helping people in all areas of their health, but I became a building biologist to look at the environmental impact that so many people are not addressing. So we can do everything right. Our diets awesome. Our exercise routine is amazing. Our mental health is great. But if we're not addressing our environment, there's a very, very big piece and people's health and performance. Yes, so that's what I do helping people in all those areas,
spk_2
but a huge piece. I know. For me, working with clients is trying to get them to understand. That is also load that you're under that environment, being a huge part of what's gonna shape you anything. That's something that we all kind of take for granted. Uh, yeah. How? Your sermon? Yeah. What stress loads. Air coming out and things that are hard to control. You know, water and air quality and things. That's also something that you can change in the moment. But what are some things in your environment that you do have something all over our to be aware of at
spk_1
least? Yeah. So as a building biologist, I look at both air quality and that would include water as well. And it seems like that's not something that we can tackle. But the indoor air inside your home is always dirty are always more toxic than the outsider. So, yeah, I mean, we think, Oh, cars driving by their exhaust. But when we bring products into our home, by and large they're petroleum based products where their chemical based products so carpet our furniture particle board in our building materials even like our drive all paint. I mean, all of this stuff is chemically based, and it definitely impacts the air quality in a really, really big way. So there is a lot of things you can do. One is being aware of the items that you're purchasing. You know, if you could buy a solid wood table versus particle board or pressed wood, or if you're gonna have hardwood floors, report floors were carpet. That's really huge, actually. And then just veneration of opening windows, having a good quality air filter, all of those things. There's a lot that we can do that we're not considering. But then the M F piece, of course, is huge. So many things that we can do to reduce our exposure. And what I hear so many times from people when we're talking about this, is they say, Well, it's everywhere. Pull up my computer and I'm getting 30 WiFi signal. So why even bother? And we can get into, you know, the fact that that's actually not really indicative of the impact that you're getting the sensor in your computer's amplifying the reading that you're getting It's not actually getting that much exposure is, you think so. Starting in your home environment is really, reall
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Marcus Filly: 6x CrossFit Games Competitor to Entrepreneur, Building A Better You Through Functional Bodybuilding And Advanced Movement
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I am joined by Paul Rennick and most of you know that I have played baseball, coach, baseball, live, eat and breathe Boston Red Sox for most of my life. I found Paul a few years ago, I'd say probably about 2015 maybe 2013. I'm really not sure on the timeline, but you and Jeff Cavalier produced a program called Load to Explode, and it was for hitting. And I actually used that with a lot of my players found that to be extremely useful. And then I found the 90 mile an hour club, and everyone's probably thinking, What does this have to do with general fitness and everything, mainly because I mean Paul, you can probably talk about this a little bit more in baseball core strength, shoulder health, everything kind of aligns toe every other sport. So you want to talk about shoulder health and baseball, and I would say how that would translate to other sports.
welcome to this episode of the project, and in this episode I get to talk to Paul Red. He is a former Pittsburgh Pirates scope, and he has been coaching for over 20 years in the United States. He is a baseball and coach guru. What it takes
to make it is genetics to have it, and then they will tow, have self directed work to be able to put in that time when no one's looking and there's no outside
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Psyched with Dr D : Avoiding Scams and Coaches Who Trick You and to Identify
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2020 Predictions: The Death of CrossFit, Backpain Causes and Potential Relief, Bicep Tendinitis, Protein Farts and Supplements
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We break it down throughout the entire episode towards the end of the episode. Dr D, as always, gives some great advice on how to get around it. And we give you a cool little hashtag thio, you know, use as a mantra for the rest of your life.
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Yes, that's enough. You're really like, just get better. Hashtag just get better.
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So toe help us just get better. Leave us a rating. A review on iTunes and you may win a free T shirt. Yes, all this and more. You know, a recording right now. Right now already recovered. So are you gonna psychoanalyze me after my shitty weekend? I do. I
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need thio. Actually, your city weekend let's hear about what happened
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was horrible. It was absolutely horrible from start to finish.
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Really? So you're going to hold on. Let me understand this. You went to Bahrain for a sport competition. You did one here and now You think that you're an expert, You should do 10 Every month. I
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never thought I was never said I was an expert. I did well on the one that was
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so you decided to sign up to all these other tournaments? Yeah. I mean why? No, I love it. I love to compete.
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It's what keeps me going. My job socks, eyes yourself. Highly of Boston. I have. You can't even understand English. That's why we're way. Because
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you and I, we have hit the fit list already in Arabic. So no one
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you know, a bunch of guys from work listen to our show, by the way. Wow, You didn't see the post today When
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I see any Post I had exams all day on. Then what was a Tony? I had students come to complain. This happens every time. Remember when you were a student? I tell student for 15 week. Please do a good job on your project. I've given them ample of time. And then I say, please don't wait till the last minute to come and ask me what you I can do to help you. I'm not a miracle worker. This always happens today. I had three or four, sir students that we were almost going Thio
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rehearse that you gave us that speech every semester, every semester. Same would say the same thing every semester.
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You know what? Save it doesn't work. So you know what I'm going to next? A mess that I will say Shit, I would say nothing because it does. It seems to me the people not listening to this is a final week. I get the students there either complaining about a process if the process doesn't work for them and there are getting a great suddenly now my process that I've been doing for 14 years, it's not good and it goes against policy. But if they were getting excellent, then you're a wonderful professor. I can wait. I take more of your class.
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That's how it always is.
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And then you get all these people coming for excuses that they haven't done the things that you've been telling them for 15 weeks to do it. And now that they're failing there, wondering What can I do? Please, I gotta graduate. I'm on probation. I'm on. What? I don't know. What? What can you do for them now? So yes, I'm on fire. So no, I haven't seen any instagram. I have done nothing but fight all day today. Seriously,
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Polish Strong With Bron Discussing: The Secret to Polish Strength and Condition What Makes
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Psyched with Dr. D: Abolish 153, violence against women, and the steps being taken to reform legislature
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Background Information
I've always had a bit of an eclectic lifestyle. I am just as likely to be be eyeballs deep reading about business, astronomy, workout programming, or studies on nutrition. I have always been fairly natural when it comes to athletics. I got into Martial Arts at a young age since I was always the smallest kid in my class and kept getting beaten up. From there I ended up competing in Taekwondo, Kickboxing, and eventually Mixed Martial Arts. I earned my Kru in Muay Thai, Black Belt in Taekwondo, and Purple Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Once I stopped competing in combat sports I sold the gymnastics gym I owned and found CrossFit, opened a gym/box and grew it. Through CrossFit I discovered Strongman and Powerlifting. After realizing I was more naturally gifted in those pursuits, I sold the gym and focused on training and working a corporate gig. I was very successful in my sales career, but in the end decided corporate life was not for me. I moved to North Carolina to train with Travis Mash at his gym. He was a world record holding powerlifter in the early 2000's and currently boasts sending 20+ athletes to world's level competitions and teams in various strength sports. After 2016 World's I moved back to Indiana worked in the corporate world again until I found online and in person training were avenues I could earn a decent living doing, not have to cover up my tattoos, and help people improve their lives. Always seeking multiple streams of income I started an apparel company and used my sales/marketing background to get it rolling. Currently I am a trainer at Fearless Fitness in Lafayette, IN, I do online coaching through Instagram and TheJackedGinger.com, and sell fun lifting themed apparel (Jacked Merch) from Jacked-Merch.myshopify.com (Marketed through Instagram of course)
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An intimate relationship is an interpersonal relationship that involves physical or emotional intimacy. Although an intimate relationship is commonly a sexual relationship, it may also be a non-sexual relationship involving family, friends, or acquaintances
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Theo Project brought. Wait, what you learn? Thank you for joining us again today. We wanted to talk a little bit more about some of the hormonal changes that we we kind of briefed in the last episode. But the reason why I wanted to have you back on to talk a little bit more about that and a little bit more on the sleep and caffeine issues related to food choices. Some of it comes from personal experience living in Kuwait. There was a point where I was drinking about 10 cups of coffee a day. Yeah, I was like, you know, start up in the morning. You make yourself a pot of coffee than all day. You're in meetings. The social life and entertainment is all around, you know, cafes and coffee shops. And the boring knew it. I was at a point where caffeine was just, you know, hardly even making an impact. I felt, you know, for know what it's supposed to dio And then just how it also kind of leads to some poor food choices. When you when you struggled to sleep, you know, you rely on the caffeine and just what that does Yeah, it's just kind of a lifestyle thing that I don't know if it's because of the caffeine that people are up later, but the late night are very common for a lot of people. They run on like, 4 to 5 hours asleep around holiday times that it gets pretty typical just because there's a lot of family obligations, lot of social obligations. But I think the mentality, especially with a lot of younger clients that I've had in two wait, is that they think that, like, you know, 4 to 5 hours of sleep is okay and enough and then just you know, all these caffeine options that they have, you know, for a social life or you just daily fuel, I think, to kind of help combat. That is just seems trend. So I just want to touch on that a little bit a ll this and more. Today's what are your thoughts on it?
spk_1
Those were a lot of thoughts, So
spk_0
let's start with backtracking off of the first episode and a little bit more unlike the we talked about hormonal changes in neurological changes that happened. So what specifically is happening there?
spk_1
Okay, in the last episode for people who might be remembering what we talked about. I was asked to come and speak about the addictive nature of some food, specifically sugar and flowers and, uh, how even when people want to control the amount because they know they're gaining weight or they've got diabetes, they find that they really struggle with food choices, like picking the really super sugary fatty foods over the more healthy choices, and that some of that has been engineered to be that way like it's. It works very well for the food companies to make. You have those kind of choices because you'll eat more than you normally would, and you'll eat the more expensive concoctions that are offered and part of this. It's premised on the biology of our appetite and our satiation like what satisfies us like when somebody says I'm struggling with food, please, whoever's listening, it is by no means a problem with your willpower. It's got to do with the fact that either you I have a vulnerability to specific food so that you get caught quicker than somebody else like somebody's Met might start smoking cigarettes finds that there are smoker before somebody else. You think you know, recreational? Have a cigarette here and there. I don't know if that's an issue in Kuwait, but it certainly is a big issue. What issue?
spk_0
Definitely. Yeah, Yeah, when I first got out there, they're smoking allowed, like in the malls, in the hospitals and everything. Still, I think that's just been in the last few years where they they started to decrease that. Yeah, well, first open from the fitness facilities, we had people passing out in the warm up because they just phy
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In all unambiguously patriarchal societies— that is, in most societies of documented history and of the present1—binary models of gender dominate ideology and practice, leading to repressive and oppressive consequences for women and all individuals who don’t identify with a strictly masculine or feminine gender archetype. While the persistence of patriarchal social structures throughout human history might be difficult to understand in terms of a single analytical framework, it is safe to argue that no patriarchal society could develop and survive without the construction and continual operation of a binary model of gender (from here on, I will refer to this model through the shorthand form binary gender). As a patriarchal society, Kuwait is no exception to this ground rule. The fact that binary gender remains the only acceptable model of gender in the country’s popular discourses and official policies has led to various oppressive consequences, including but not limited to the marginalization of women in the public sphere, the popular and official policing and persecution of transgender people for their non-binary expressions of gender identity, and gender segregation in public education.
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Episode summary
In this Episode
Mahdi and Haya talk about the good and the bad in the Battle of the East.
Mahdi goes off on the Crossfit Culture in Kuwait.
Haya discusses the powerlifting community in Kuwait.
All three play a game of what would you do with?
Million dollars or long life?
Barbell or dumbbell?
Meat or chicken?
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Psyched with Dr. D: Why Suppressing Your Emotions Could be Bad for You
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Pro-Bodybuilder Douglas Leandro Discusses: Steps to Competing in Bodybuilding and Developing Lagging Muscle Group
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Psyched with Dr. D: Steps to Your First Psychology Session
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What do I do as a peak performance coach and how it can help you?
How does biofeedback/ neurofeedback improve performance?
How can heart rate variability training improve performance?
What can audio visual entrainment do for better performance?
How can I help with stress?
How can I improve your performance in the board room and on the field?
How can I help executives perform better?
How can I help athletes perform better?
What techniques do I use for concussion management?
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Psyched with Dr. D: Burnout, Self-love, and Steps to Overcome Mini Funks
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بور لفتنق مع كابتن أبو عباس
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Psyched with Dr. D: Frank Belonus Discusses: PTSD and it’s Impacts, Leadership, Artificial intelligence, Cults and the Similarities to Terrorism
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Ruben Garcia (rmotioncoach) and Fatima Juma Discuss:The Importance of Feet and Shoes, Movement and Motion, Physical Therapy and How to Start and End Your Day Washing off the Bad Karma
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Psyched with Dr. D: Majda Al Sabah Founder of ASAP Initiative for Mental Health
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Battle of the East With Omar Al Sharhan: Winners, Losers, Up and Coming Stars, and Sports programs for Kids
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Psyched with Dr. D: Steps on How to Get Over Fear and Get Out of Your Comfort Zone
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How to Prepare for Your First Power Meet With Tom, Malaak and Haya Discussing: Tapering, nutrition, programming and Keys to Success
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Psyched with Dr. D: First Steps to Raising a Teenager Parenting Do’s and Don’ts with Larson
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3x CrossFit Games Athlete Mikko Aronpaa Discusses his Experience as a High-performing Athlete, Training After 30, Recovery, Breaking Plateaus at an Older Age, and What it Takes to be the Best.
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Psyched with Dr. D: Affairs, Love, and Relationships; How to tell if Your Lover is Cheating
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دردشتنا عن الكروسفت والاندية بالكويت مع علي شكر
Our chitchatting about CrossFit community and gyms in Kuwait with Ali Chokr
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Psyched With Dr. D: Plastic Surgary With Dr. Houssam Badawi
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Therapists Jarret Cocks & Maxine Heard Discuss Movement Therapy, Physical Therapy, Myofascial Release, Muscle Priming, Shoulder Pain and Hypermobility
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Psyched with Dr. D: Life Coaching with Lina Kamal on the Ins and Outs of what you Should be Looking for in a Life Coach
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This is Saja :World Class Athlete, Ranked 53 Globally Amongst Teens, 6th in Egypt Teen Phenome Talks about How she is Becoming the Best in her Field
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Speaker 1: 00:01 The Project Project Kuwait lit. Bless everybody. Welcome to this episode. And if you want to hear Dr [inaudible] go on a complete rant. Stick around to the end of the episode cause I seriously live up to being the shitster on this. You are, you always start trouble. But if you wanna get me going, I'll talk about the differences between psychiatry and psychology and all these other people that are acting like you know their profession in psychology and they're not. So if you want to understand about ethics, integrity, we touched on CBD and some of these people that are thinking that these drugs that are legalized or just like medication is a solver of all, it's not. You still need to take many, many different holistic approach to reach that meant the house. So listen up, learn and you can hear me ramping about things because Randy does that to me. And marijuana is not the solution for everything either. A CBD, Dr d goes on a full rant on that one. Yeah, this show is all rants. So everybody stick around. Do you have any questions, concerns or anything? Shoot us a DM. All this and more in today's episode. We're back. [inaudible]
Speaker 2: 01:18 no, you good? I'm recording it. You can't record it. I can't. I'm controlling everything. All right. I like [inaudible] control. I love this. So I'm back with another episode. Uh, as we are still on vacation and we're going to talk about general mental health here in the United States versus in Kuwait and the perceptions I guess. And CBD, I mean,
Speaker 1: 01:41 and CBD, CBD, I this, I've been here, I've been in Chicago, I hear nothing about CBD. And then the other day I was driving and there was the, some sort of a discussion about you know, better one is going to be legalized in January. This is the regular marijuana and marijuana or medication has already been legalized. And I just feel like people, this thing, this is like the solution for everything. I hope people are not walking around thinking, you know, if I have depression, I just do CBD or I take the, you know, medical marijuana and this, there are parameters and guidelines and I just feel like, wow, I cannot see you one more person. You're saying they're making it look like that. We don't need psychologists now. We don't need medication and not anymore. This is it. This is the solution. And it's really scary.
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الكابتن رائد الحماد يتكلم عن (الخطة التدريبية، الألعاب الرياضية في الكروس فت، التزام الشخص بالتمارين الرياضية, الاهتمام بالرياضة في الدول العربية ، كيف تبدأ وتتهيأ للتدريب، كيفية تخفيف آلام الظهر بالتمارين ، ضرورة ممارسة المرأة تمارين الحديد.
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Speaker 2: 01:54 And I was like, it's only three years. We'll finish the contract and come back. And it's been 14 years. They passed the five year mark in Kuwait. I truly believe if you go past five years, that's it. You're a lifer. It's true way like it's embedded. A lot of people love living here. I mean they have so many, it's easy. It is x and then it's really easy and you get comfortable for it with a certain lifestyle. Right? So here the three years I was supposed to stay in go and it's like, to me it's like it's automatic and I've covered another three years and another three years. So somehow being here wasn't as bad as I thought was going to be. And most of the time it's an easy life here. You already have people helping you all the time, you know, you make good money, it's easy to have like a nanny and do your own wash.
Speaker 2: 02:39 You don't have to do anything. That's true and you don't. And some nannies even cook and they can, you know, prepare at least the lifestyle is easy. You make good money, you start to get accustomed to certain things that you would do here that you probably don't do in the u s or anywhere else that you've come. Relocating comes with its own stress. 100 we have, we can't deny the fact and being an expat myself and also working with other ex bads is that when you first relocate, there are so many variables that you have to keep in mind and it's also possibility of getting stress and depression and especially if you've never done it before. Like for me, I came back here but I was born here a long time ago. Of course I don't remember it, but still somehow coming back here was a little bit that felt like there was roots for me.
Speaker 2: 03:27 You know, I always admired like Americans and Canadians [inaudible] all over the world. They come here and they'll, I mean at least I speak Arabic, like there's other people that don't speak Arabic. So it must be terrifying to be able to come to this part of the world and not know what to expect. Especially when you leave your family behind. Like the biggest thing for us, we all come here, we don't have family, we've left them behind. We've loved our friends, our roots. We've left the streets that we know in the, you know, everything is familial and, and now we're in a new place. We don't even know where we're going to live. What are we going to do? How are we gonna like our friends? So relocation is very important, especially for people.
Speaker 1: 04:05 Can you think it's really tough for college students even when you're a college student in the states and then you&
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Speaker 1: 00:01 The project lit lit. Hey everybody. Welcome to this episode of the project and in today's episode I'm sitting down with Jonathan Mills, creator of Rehab Revolution. The guy like dropped some serious knowledge bombs in this episode. I mean if you are an aspiring trainer and an aspiring online coach or want to learn more about the fitness industry, listen to what this guy has to say. He also points out some of the pitfalls that we might fall into. Well, looking into I'd say educational certifications. He completely changed my mind when I looked at accrediting bodies. We get into a little bit of a debate midway through it and again, it's such a good episode for everybody. New and old trainers. Give it a listen and again if you have any questions, dms or shoot us an email. All this and more today's episode. Hey guys,
e course is all about. I want to see what legitimacy it has to it. And they're like, no, it's just signed by our head trainer. I'm like, who is your head trainer? What was he accredited by? What's his background? Just as a coach for 15 years?
Speaker 2: 05:25 Yes. Some of the best coaches and some of the best trainers out there have zero certificates. You know what I mean? It's Kinda like with teachers and professionals in different industries. For instance, take Richard Bronson, the guy dropped out of high school or dropped out of college and he's the richest man in the world. But at the same time, especially in this part of the world, that accreditation or that legitimacy needs to be recognized so you don't have the posers coming out so to speak. So what do you think about that side of the argument? Definitely. I said
Speaker 3: 05:56 which whatever industry you're in Roy, he's going to get those. So called poses. I got like Tommy and and create the writing stuff, a marketer as the best thing ever. It just comes down to the individual to, I say it's their responsibility to kind of check before they jump in and stop kind of paying money and spending more investing their time in. So learning just because it looks great and the marketing's amazing. It needs to look into that further. Look at the credibility of the people running it. All the people teaching it. Do I have a background in what they're teaching as I taught before? Do they have like you that credibility back them up and some do, some don't. But again it comes down to the same with some of the accredited courses I've seen run are the content, is industry standard? Does it mean that standard is like extremely high quality?
Speaker 3: 06:45 It just means it&
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2:55 – Mahdi’s accomplishments while training for his upcoming competition in Istanbul.
5:19 – Meg’s dad has chosen to live a healthier and more active lifestyle this year and Meg reports on his great progress.
11:31 – Destroying narratives we have grown up believing and changing our mindsets.
13:32 – Gaining longevity and feeling younger despite people warning you that you’re going to get hurt.
16:05 – Find something you want to do because you enjoy it and don’t let other people’s experiences affect what you believe.
17:23 – Meg talks about a recent workshop she attended that completely changed how she thinks about back pain and she describes the specifics of decompression breathing.
21:36 – Meg walks Mahdi and Haya through a decompression breathing exercise.
25:08 – Consistency is key – if you want to see results with anything, you need to do it consistently.
28:57 – Emotional reasons for metaphysical pain and ways to alleviate both.
30:33 – Meg describes how bird dogs and dead bugs help with stability and mobility.
32:20 – MRIs are one picture at one point in time and should not be viewed as a life sentence.
33:57 – Mahdi talks about his experience with doctors in Kuwait rushing people to surgery when physical therapy and healthy habits could have solved the problem.
36:48 – Sometimes people choose the immediacy and convenience of medicine and surgery rather than putting in the work to help you body heal itself.
37:55 – Mahdi integrates “stopping” exercises into his warmup routine.
40:01 – The mind-body connection and the importance of not rushing through. Haya talks about the connection between grip strength and pulling strength, urging people to ditch the straps.
42:38 – Haya talks about her very agile hamstrings and the work she is doing to make her ankles and calves more mobile.
45:28 – Recognizing where you are starting from and correcting any imbalances.
46:50 – Everyone is built differently. Pain is information and different than discomfort.
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Speaker 2: 09:47 You're very hardworking. Like you could tell these skills from people that, and you know I've said this before, I think sometimes these traumas that we experience is good for us. It makes us be a different person. No, you're right. And it's like I think it gives people other abilities to compensate. Yeah. I don't know if you've read outliers by Malcolm Gladwell. It's a great book and it talks about how he built gates and how all these guys kind of work. They were just set up at the right time. They had the right pieces of the puzzle. Yes, and I think a lot of people, and I can't remember the name of the book that I read that talked about people with learning disabilities like Richard Bronson, how he's dyslexic. I'm pretty sure. Yeah, broad sense. This Lexi and I was just trying to Google it right now is too, I think so.
Speaker 2: 10:33 There's actually a lot of people and there was a book written and more people dyslexic than people know about and there's a lot more people that have learning disabilities that are successful because they're successful. We don't doubt. See that's the point. The point is like these people are very successful. We never doubt that they would have some sort of a disability and because we assume people with disability, they're never going to work out anywhere. They always going to be failures or they're going to be mediocre, average kind of Joe's that are working in this society making minimal salaries and that's it. We never really assume that actually some of these kids have been identified as having learning disability at a younger age and maybe it's somebody like you. That's why I think you're going to be very successful to be honest. I think it's because you have that drive and that where did that drive come from?
Speaker 2: 11:20 It came from your experience at the beginning where they told you you can do certain things like you're never going to pass with good grade or are commenting about like your imagination was bad for you, which your imagination is not bad for you because now you're putting it into work. And so the idea is is that it's exactly what I'm saying is that you'll never, because automatically successful people, we assume they don't have any disability, disability people, we've already categorize them, right? Disabled people exceeding expectations. It is to see us folks, successful adults with learning disabilities. That was the book and it talks about
Speaker 1: 12:52 Whereas I could've taken it a different way. I could have gotten all depressed, sad and with some people have and that kind of an expense. Now how old were you? I was like, when did you come to Kuwait? 2005 so I was like 2122 as soon as you came to Kuwait and there was an email that said open psychol
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1:46 – Meg talks about how the training game is different in the States and tells Mahdi and Haya about her new client base, those in assisted living facilities who are 70-90 years old.
5:20 – Mahdi tells about his grandmother and how her health deteriorated after she had a bad fall.
8:18 – Social health also has an impact on physical health.
10:00 – Meg says that the initial goals of most of her clients are very conservative and they are shocked by how much more they can do than they thought.
11:57 – A comparison between “Goldeners” in Kuwait and the States.
14:48 – Meg talks about a client of hers who learned how to swim at age 61 and a family member who is doing triathlons in all 50 US states after the age of 50.
16:41 – Meg and Mahdi talk about the tendency of trainers in Kuwait to just give every client the same blanket program.
18:08 – In other countries, best practice is for trainers to personalize programs for each client and adapt their programming based on their clients’ current situation.
20:57 – Haya and Mahdi talk about ways to gauge your progress and work your way up by starting with the basics.
24:40 – Meg and Haya talk about their love/hate relationships with pull-ups, dips, ring rows, and negatives.
26:53 – Mahdi brings up the point that many guys try to do certain exercises or weights just because they saw some guy on Instagram do it.
29:14 – Getting the mechanics of workouts down takes the longest and it is important to have the right mindset in order to make the biggest gains as well as know when you need to slow down or rest.
32:48 – Haya’s coach often has her load up her goal weight for a movement and just hold it to get a feel for it before she starts working up to it. They also talk about the importance of you and your coach knowing where you are in your hormone cycle.
35:17 – Haya talks about the stigma surrounding being a female weight lifter.
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Speaker 1: 00:01 what do we do with negative messages? They haunt us. It's a decision you have to make to get rid of your negative messages. So we got to reprogram our mind to look at negative, not so negative, and to build positive on a daily basis. So everybody listening start thinking this episode is awesome. No, we, this really teaches people how to reprogram. I think people think mine is a mind and it does not change. I totally disagree with that. So enjoy the episode. If you have any questions, all this and more in today's episode talking about this topic, like what do you do when people like all their life, I can understand like I could learn a language when I'm 30 but what do you do with people who all their life hurts? Comments like you're stupid. You're never gonna make it out to anything.
Speaker 1: 02:24 That doesn't happen overnight. It doesn't happen by having a mindset of, oh, I can't do this and me not setting up the structures in place in order to get there. And I'm sure you have the terms that go along with that are probably what I did. But I find it very hard to believe when people say, no, no, no, I just can't do it. I just can't do it. I think that's the easy way out for them. Well, I mean, the thing is, is that that's true. And then what they're doing is they are setting up their subconscious to believe these negative messages. So what you're saying is like, have you ever noticed it? Like the more I say, I can't do this, I can't do that. The more I feel like I can't. It all starts from the morning. If you get up and you say to yourself, today, I'm going to have a good day today, I'm going to have a great day.
Speaker 1: 06:07 This is your traumatic experience. Have you ever done that? I have. No, but I've never said that. I mean, you can't dismiss that their trauma is their trauma. You're 100% right. Yeah, 100% right. You're a psychologist. So I like that you think that way. Whereas if I was in your shoes and someone's like, oh, I lost in this, I'd be like, dude, are you kidding me? Yeah, I can't believe I've heard some really traumatic things that I was like, wow, they were other things. I mean I've heard people saying like, I lost my job. I mean maybe for some people they lost their job but they were not like they were not there that long or the money wasn't dependent on them. Like I just lost my job and then I ended up sleeping all day. Like that's dramatic. Sometimes you put like dimension, like they've had traumatic experience, like somebody dying, but there weren't even that close to the person.
Speaker 1: 07:43 Is this coincidence? Why do I need all the losers? Let's talk about that. Now the idea is, is that if it's already going, why do I meet all the losers? Why do I meet all the losers? How can we retrain ourselves or we&
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Time Stamps:
1:28 – How did Eelay become a Project superfan?
2:41 – She shares her favorite episodes: steroids, eating disorders, and Haya Sharhan.
3:38 – She has lived in Kuwait her whole life and went to ASK.
5:07 – Mahdi talks about his experiences in the Little League World Series.
6:28 – Eelay recently posted about the difference between a trainer and a coach. Mainly, a coach invests in the personalized goals of each person and looks at the long-term.
9:53 – Why she decided to be a coach in Kuwait.
12:20 – Shout out to the previous Project episode about what makes a good coach.
13:12 – The phenomenon of trainers being impatient with newbies in classes and the negative impacts that can have on that person’s workouts.
16:58 – How can trainers make females more comfortable at the gym, now that it is more acceptable for them to work out?
18:07 – Mahdi mentions the “Freakonomics” concept of investing in the weakest of the group to make the whole group more successful.
19:18 – Mahdi, Eelay, and Liam talk about females in Kuwaiti sports and what coaching should look like.
25:48 – Eelay speaks into the social media scene for the “younger generation.”
30:20 – How youth interact with social media and their phones rather than traditional forms of communication.
33:08 – Aiming for a certain body goal rather than to be healthy. Liam’s struggles with meal prep companies.
37:12 – Eelay just started a YouTube channel about food.
40:25 – Many people in Kuwait rely on their cooks, but it might be better to prepare food for yourself.
43:11 – Eelay talks about the area of town where her gym is…and Mahdi shows his age.
47:37 – “Abs are made in the kitchen” and the implications of this statement on the quality of the foods you are consuming.
50:46 – Don’t deprive yourself, but rather focus on balance and moderation.
53:29 – Track your diet to make sure you are getting enough of the right things and try to use discipline, but give yourself the ability to indulge a craving every now and then.
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00:01The project pride Kuwait Lit. Hey everybody, welcome to this episode, ca eight you're like, wait, we got an awesome episode for you. [inaudible] so Dr Danco, are you going to practice the infomercial? Question? When was it again? Are you struggling with your identity, struggling with your identity? Have you wondered who you are and the real life? Can you identify, do you belong here or there? Are you just trying to find out the secrets to life? No, but in reality, everybody, today's episode, we are talking about identity. I know and it's great because we're bringing it from the perspective of individuals that live in Kuwait. While most people really believe in identity that has something to do with immigration or adolescence, we want it to give it a little bit more of a twist and understanding. People that live in a country, they are majority, but they're really a minority.
05:13And he's like, that's what he realized. Oh this lady has got to Kuwait. And I was thinking, wow. He's like, no, no, no, it doesn't work that way. Even though there is, I'm totally Kuwaiti, I feel Kuwaiti, but I don't have that passport. And therefore her parents would probably refuse me and will cost a lot of hardship for our kids or whatever. And this guy was so depressed because he felt rejected by the country or within himself, that he was being rejected from a culture that he totally has been raised to believe it's yours. And you are part of this. So today I think it's very important that we really, I mean, what do you do with these individuals have, and this is one of the numbers, but then after that I started practicing and I realized how people really constantly struggle. I mean there are some families here, they're like three generation.
10:32 And ultimately it all stops there for whatever reason is like a family's here are very protective of that because they obviously are thinking of the offspring and they're thinking of the grandparent, their gang kids, and the struggle. And to be honest now, after 1415 years where I have seen couples that she's Kuwaiti, married to an [inaudible] and less therefore my western kind of a citizenship, they usually, their kids don't have a lot of benefits. Some kids are depends on the school. They really bully you for your nationality. And it's a struggle for them that some families I've known, they've even like had gone to the u s for example, or have brought their kids somewhere else because they feel like they're not going to be able to survive.
17:50 right. So the boundaries are created by society and what we have made it. That's right. Exactly right. Look at me. I'll be smart. Now when we look at male and female identity and what they identify as, because here in Kuwait, like everywhere else in the world, there are huge issues with identifying as a male or identifying as a female. Right? Right. And the rights and privileges you get, the rights and the privileges that you do because we know males, especially white males, they get all the privilege. [inaudible]. Exactly
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1:10 – Kathrine talks about a recent infuriating experience of unsolicited advice.
4:34 – Jessem is a Spartan racer and CrossFit athlete who began in martial arts at age 6. He attributes his passion for endurance athletics to these early experiences in karate.
8:02 – In addition to weight training and Pilates, Kathrine is an endurance athlete actively competing in triathlons. Her journey started when her doctor recommended she start swimming to rehab a back injury and when she began to enjoy swimming, she joined an elite group who got her into triathlon competition.
11:58 – Kathrine recommends getting a triathlon coach and joining triathlon groups to support yourself along the way.
18:54 – Jessem says that his support group was also crucial to his success and involvement in Spartan races, and CrossFit helped him with the endurance aspect.
22:20 – Even though Jessem was invited to go to Lake Tahoe for the elite Spartan race, he has decided to focus on CrossFit instead. His coach is in Poland and he has Jessem working on endurance 4 times per week and strength training 3 times per week.
24:56 – Kathrine’s training involves doing a “brick” twice per week, which means doing either the swim to bike or the bike to run using open water, a road bike, and an outdoor run to prepare her for actual competition. Once per week, she does a mini triathlon to build her stamina.
30:27 – Jessem has a 6-day program involving swimming, machines, running with a vest, accessory work, endurance in his WOD.
33:32 – Jessem and Kathrine talk specifically about what they do to be endurance athletes.
40:02 – Mahdi asks about the element of lactic acid buildup during triathlons.
41:00 – Kathrine describes her consistent diet and the impacts on her speed and endurance when she eats for the sport.
45:40 – Jessem says that his physique definitely changes based on his training, and he subscribes to a meal plan which helps him stay on track.
51:03 – Jessem talks about his year of being vegan and what it was like to reintroduce meat.
53:22 – Jessem got into CrossFit by people around him pushing him to try it out and stick with it. He emphasizes the importance of prepping yourself mentally.
55:40 – Kathrine got into endurance athletics as a result of an injury when she was a dancer and her discovery of fitness classes at that time.
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The project Kuwait . Hey guys, welcome to this episode. Me and doctor d are sitting down talking about victimization and we hit on so many different topics within the victim card. Okay. Any other self fulfilling prophecy going into how we don't want to be around people that play the victim card. I think you summed that up really nicely. And people with locus of control, right? Internal and external, how to avoid to be a victimizer. That's right. And you gotta stick around to understand all these smart terms. That's right. Later in the episode. And I think it was awesome how you gave a lot of people different keys to look at when in a relationship, whether it's with your parents or someone around you so that they're not sucking the energy sucking lights. Right? So I mean, stay tuned and enjoy this episode guys is all this and morning today's episode is Dr Juliet.
That's the day. See, see how I chased my name. I love that. Yeah, I love it. I've been calling you Dr d since I was your student. But I liked Dr Jay actually. And a lot of people call me back today or Jay, you know, do to choose your [inaudible]. That's all we call it. That's why I call my niece, her name is Jude. So we call her Juju. And it was funny back when I played softball, I'd be like, yeah, you don't want any bad juju. And it's like, cause the magical term Juju like bad juju. And it's like now I can use that. Or it's like, but yeah, no, but I mean everyone are like, whenever I'm signing d yeah. So it's nice. And maybe because I feel like it's better than saying Dinka. You know, sometimes it might be longer. So when my friends call me j or two Oh [inaudible] oh that's awesome.
So yeah, it's a new show on the project. I know this is an awesome segment. I think it's something quite needs. Yeah. And I'm so excited actually, I think with needs and a lot of people need, and it's an opportunity to be able to talk about things that are related to psychology. And, and I want to emphasizing it to more people than things that people can really relate to. Yeah. But the t back and taboo. Yeah. T back in Deborah. That's very true. And, and it's so interesting because when I'm teaching there's certain things like you feel that people, my students, they're like very ambivalent about talking about or are we supposed to say this like just recently finished geno grams of family therapy class and people like I could see how like they're not really into deep because they know you talk about their family and this part of the region, everything is like so secretive and personalized.
No, no wants to say my mother's, my dad's cousin who is his sister. Who is that? That's right. No one wants to come out and say that, but it's part of our culture. You know, our second marriages are third or affairs, you know, because then they feel like they're putting themselves out there. And it's a good point. Is that a small country? So it seems like with one student is saying, you know, my dad is tree, this is this family, this is family. You always get one person or two from the class saying, oh you're related to me. Oh I know this. So in a way it makes it awkward for the person, but I think we really need to talk about it. These are psychological things or these issues. I think everyone has gone through. You are me 100%. My Dad's been married six times.
Yeah. I can't even throw a rock into a school playground. My brother or sister or even six times, I don't know. I lost count at six. My Dad, he was married to my mom for 18 years and we see the longest and he married my stepmom, Cindy, who is awesome. Really Nice Lady. They were married for a decent amount of time too, I think like 10 years or 15 years now. Cindy's American also? No, she was British Indian
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1:35 – Abdullah Al Askari is an entrepreneur and fitness guru who is involved in many fitness and health related businesses.
2:55 – He says that the biggest problem in Kuwait’s gyms is the service.
3:45 – The biggest problem with coaches and trainers at gyms is that the owners feel pressure to have “big name” coaches at the expense of having a variety of trainers for all levels of clients.
5:31 – Gyms fall into the trap of being overly concerned about making money and not concerned enough about providing great service.
7:11 – In terms of trends, he encourages proprietors and clients alike to know their specific needs and not get too caught up in the next big thing.
9:37 – In the future, Abdullah expects the training industry to become more regulated, but it will likely be a while.
11:31 – Liam says that he sees trainers at the extremes: either having a ton of certifications and experience but no talent or no certifications but being great coaches. It’s important to find one in the middle.
12:57 – High level trainers also need to have a good personality and the ability to coach their clients.
15:25 – Abdullah says that from a gym’s perspective, having a trainer on staff who is an influencer is seen as a necessary risk.
16:25 – Abdullah’s ideal gym experience, from the front desk interaction to the workout area.
21:05 – Liam says that while some gyms are popping up for one specific purpose, the most versatile gyms have multiple modalities in one place.
22:54 – The start up cost for a 500 square meter gym space is about 120-150 KD in Kuwait because of the high rent.
24:30 – Mahdi and Liam talk about their experiences at old school basement gyms.
28:45 – There are a lot of consumers out there who are buying the trendy fitness tools but lack the education about what they really need to be doing.
30:40 – Abdullah talks about the dynamics of gyms that are not innovating, what can cause them to succeed or fail.
32:29 – Abdullah stays in shape by having no social life and getting to the gym every morning at 5:00am.
33:11 – He talks about shifts in bodybuilding over the years.
36:55 – Liam describes the difficulty of his clients getting contradictory information from multiple sources which impacts the effectiveness of their training. There are not enough legitimate sources out there, but physicians can give you the proper tests and sample dosages.
40:38 – These days, the trainer also serves as the steroid dealer because the clients put pressure on them to deliver results. This comes with many additional challenges.
44:48 – Abdullah talks about 70/30, a meal prep service that he started in November 2018. They work with clients and trainers to personalize their meals to their specific needs based on their preferences and their planned workouts for each day. There are four packages: Shred, Fuel, Build, and Bulk.
49:18 – Kuwait loves the copycat business model, so Abdullah sees the oversaturation in the market of meal prep services right now as par for the course. Those businesses with great quality and service will outlast the rest.
53:48 – They talk about the phenomenon of Kuwaiti owners who don’t truly take ownership of their business, which leads to their downfall.
55:39 – There is also an influx of Kuwaiti trainers, and Abdullah says that the ones who are truly passionate about it will outlast the rest.
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02:20 They have all these stories about how they feel on just so what do you think, do you think life is life is his life is fair? Do you feel there is justice in the world? Yeah, I think Karma is a bitch, but some people don't get the Karma. Yeah, that's true. I think they don't get it now, but of eventually eventually it catches up. It's dead by no, but I mean I think, I honestly think eventually it catches up to them in some way, shape or form. Whether it's in this life or the next, cause I opened this lie. There's just, there are those people and you're like, son of a bitch. How is he still doing this? And he's just a crappy person. That's right. But eventually I think it catches up to them. And I mean if life gives you lemons, make lemonade, life's fair.
05:01 So you and I were talking about certain places where people we know and how they've moved up to certain positions and we know they're not qualified 100% and I was like telling you, the idea is is that some people, they don't move up to certain places because they don't know the right people. And that's unfair. Like we should all be evaluated according to our output. For example, we should all be given opportunity to climb up the ladder. And it's not fair that someone else, they know the boss or they've invited them to dinner or they become good friends with them, that they are able to get a promotion and I don't. But then on the other hand, I feel like however, took the boss out to dinner and gave them gifts. They're smart. That's intelligence. Big Grease the wheels the right way. Yeah, that's right.
08:54 Good to realize. I said for life. See that's what we think they're set for life. So is it truth? How can they go, Bro? What are they doing? Traveling business and first class or giving money. What else? Give money to people that blow through it. How many millionaires have you heard of that do piss through all their money and then they're left with nothing and they're living with their parents again. It happens a lot. It happens a lot. Oh I gotta find it now these people can say life is unfair. They're just stupid. I'm sorry. Like the first thing you should do, like I was telling one of my friends, she's a bloggers, she does a lot of things right. So I was saying to her, now that you're making all this money, the good thing to do is that you have to invest it.
24:49 He did me wrong and he got screwed later on he got tackled. It's like giving a person who lives on the street $10 and then going and winning $1,000 on a scratch ticket. And that's happened to me. Oh really? Twice. Twice. That's happened twice. I swear to God. That's maybe why I haven't paid any of this grant. I don't play scratch. I don't play Lotto tickets. I have too, but I don't play it anymore. All right. By one, I give it to my nephews whenever I'm in the u s on my kid because truly I believe nothing is going to happen to me by luck. I just know it and maybe that's a self fulfilling this way I'm not winning. I just know I'm going to work hard the rest of my li
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0:56 – Where did Hajar’s interest in CrossFit and strength training begin?
3:35 – Hajar discusses the stigmas around being a female trainer and being a female who is getting big because of the way she lifts.
5:40 – She has seen many waves of girls get into CrossFit in hopes of losing weight, only to find out that they will really be building muscle in addition to burning fat.
8:01 – What are the psychological benefits of lifting?
9:12 – Hajar talks about the CrossFit competitions that she has participated in.
12:05 – While she might have a tough exterior during competitions and workouts, she is deeply emotional beforehand, often doubting her own abilities.
14:09 – She discusses the rising stars in female Middle Eastern athletes.
17:03 – Hajar recognizes that she is in the spotlight and that there is pressure to make those around her better.
18:41 – Hajar and Mahdi talk about different training modalities and training pitfalls.
23:38 – The telltale signs of a trainer who is half-hearted.
26:25 – She gives her perspective of things that trainers post on Instagram and what is realistic or helpful.
28:32 – There are certain things to keep in mind when choosing your own trainer.
29:21 – Hajar’s main takeaways for her clients regarding lower back pain and technique for cleans.
34:48 – How to balance risk vs. reward in your workouts.
35:26 – The importance of doing the right exercises and using positive self-talk.
37:38 – Hajar and Mahdi discuss tendencies that they are seeing in our society and how that impacts people’s workouts.
40:32 – If you love what you are doing, you will be good at it.
41:18 – How Hajar deals with the politics involved with what people think about female trainers.
44:26 – Hajar’s perspective on qualified vs. unqualified trainers and what it takes to do a good job.
47:26 – Her current workout/recovery routine and how she did during Ramadan this year.
48:58 – Hajar and Mahdi talk about good CrossFit trainers in Kuwait.
50:19 – What the future looks like for Hajar in terms of competitions.
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1:13 – Mahdi and Dr. Dinkha reminisce about the topics they talked about when Mahdi took her class.
3:35 – Mahdi’s love for psychology started in Dr. Dinkha’s classes.
4:34 – There has recently been research to support the use of low dosages of hallucinogens to treat PTSD and other mood disorders in the US, but nothing like this is being done in Kuwait.
6:44 – During Dr. Dinkha’s abnormal psychology class, she takes students on a field trip to the psych hospital and drug rehab unit.
8:23 – She emphasizes the importance of not trying to diagnose yourself or people you know based on your limited knowledge of psychology.
10:58 – Dr. Dinkha discusses the influence on young adolescents of social media. It is dangerous to compare yourself to others’ distorted realities that are curated to make you think they are always happy.
14:17 – She is seeing increases in the amount of loneliness people feel as well as a decrease in social skills and the ability to express your feelings. This is the perfect formula for cyberbullying, eating disorders, and other harmful actions.
17:50 – While Kuwaitis are known to be more impressionable, research has shown that narcissism levels have not really increased with the wider adoption of social media.
22:16 – Dr. Dinkha recommends a regularly set-aside time for technology detox to allow yourself a break from the expectations and pressure that are so prevalent there.
23:38 – Mahdi asks if social media is influencing unhealthy habits such as poor nutrition, use of steroids, and surgeries for appearance purposes. While social media could be a factor, the truth is that plastic surgery is more affordable than it has ever been and people would rather eat the way they want to and then have surgery than stick to a healthy diet.
29:00 – Playing into this phenomenon is the element of “social masks” and putting forth only the best parts of your life on social media.
31:09 – Mahdi shares his observations about several of his friends and relatives who have had surgery for this purpose and have fallen right back into their old habits afterwards.
32:58 – Dr. Dinkha underscores the need for working on the root of the problem and developing self-discipline and self-involvement. There is still a stigma about mental health, but there shouldn’t be. There needs to be a culture shift that encourages people to be honest and reach out for help when they need it, learning how to focus on the present moment rather than the past or the future.
37:25 – Dr. Dinkha talks about simple steps people can take to increase their productivity and satisfaction.
41:08 – Oprah is famous for saying that her phone is the last thing she grabs before walking out the door, placing the priority on herself in the morning rather than checking her phone before even getting out of bed, like most people do.
42:11 – Regret about the past and fear of the future are really just excuses for why you can’t live in the present moment. Use your past as a learning tool for the future, which you can’t control, and realize that everything you have gone through is building up your “psychological immune system.”
47:10 – Dr. Dinkha talks about the factors that could contribute to the difference between someone getting into drugs/crime as a coping mechanism.
50:29 – Dr. Dinkha has started her own podcast intended for common people with common problems and questions. She wants to break down the barriers between people so we can see how much we have in common.
55:02 – Ways to get in touch with her (links below).
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1:51 – Mahdi, Meg, and Liam are joined by Adam Schafer of MindPump Media.
2:56 – How MindPump got started, which was mainly by shared interests and a providential conversation that led to the podcast.
9:36 – They have been growing organically for the past 5 years, only putting money into marketing in the past year or so and promote their free programs and content over their paid stuff.
12:24 – Adam tells his story of finding that money doesn’t buy fulfillment.
14:56 – For a time, Adam left the fitness industry to work in medical marijuana, but his heart was never in it and he only took the opportunity because the money was ridiculously good.
18:10 – Adam drops some truth bombs about the misconceptions about social media, mainly that the number of followers equals the amount of success a person has. MindPump focuses primarily on providing their followers with value rather than flashy gimmicks or sales pitches.
25:25 – How Adam believes people should communicate on social media.
29:06 – The most common questions Adam receives when he does his Instagram Q&A’s.
30:25 – There is a similar misconception in the fitness industry that the number of followers on social media the person has equals their credibility or qualifications. MindPump focuses on integrity and authenticity to attract their audience.
34:06 – Adam talks about the keys to not selling out in such a consumer-driven and image-based industry.
37:22 – The importance of maintaining MindPump’s core values as the company grows.
40:13 – Adam describes trends he sees in the fitness industry in the US and the pitfalls of following “the next big thing.”
45:12 – MindPump’s ultimate goal is to get big and influential enough to change the industry for the better. Adam talks about what he has heard about bodybuilding in Kuwait.
50:00 – Adam’s experience as a professional men’s physique competitor and the steroids that come along with the sport.
59:46 – He talks about how steroids have been normalized in other sports as well and the ridiculous claims by some athletes that they have never used any.
1:02:43 – Adam discusses modalities like CrossFit and Orange Theory and why he thinks that group training should die.
1:09:09 – Instead of group training, people should seek more personalized training and create new small behaviors to see real change.
1:11:54 – Adam signs off with a description of MindPump’s content, which you can check out at the links below.
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1:31 – Reece Dunn is a breath and movement expert from London who has gotten involved in the movement community in Kuwait. He works with clients on bridging the gap between mind and body, allowing them to practice relaxation and mindfulness.
3:57 – He describes the physiological and biochemistry changes associated with the movement of the cerebral spinal fluid through proper breathing.
6:45 – Reece worked with Mahdi the day before this episode was recorded, and Mahdi recounts his experience.
8:57 – Liam talks about his experiences using the wind path method in conjunction with ice baths and hot tubs. He says that your breathing controls your state and your state controls your breathing.
10:10 – They discuss the flow state desired by high-level athletes and what it takes to get there.
12:25 – When Liam was competing in Cypress, he practiced holding his breath for long periods of time and long exhales, which he realized made him calm instead of hyped.
16:35 – By relaxing and letting go of tension before a competition or workout, you can increase your performance by 5-10%.
18:33 – If you have “pain face” while you are working out, you need to practice effective breathing to relieve that tension.
20:23 – While the body can go up to 21 days without food and up to 5 days without water, you can only go for a few minutes without air. This should emphasize how important it is.
24:24 – Reece describes the meaning of “chi” and ways you can work on mindfulness right here and now.
29:37 – Movement is information, so you need to remain active throughout the day and be aware of your breath above all.
33:02 – Reece and Meg consider themselves as a part of the movement community, and Reece talks about what this entails.
35:28 – What is animal flow?
41:10 – They talk about the tendency in Kuwait to live rigid lives without flexibility, but it is really important to leave room for play.
44:48 – There is a fear element to expressing yourself, but getting over that is a part of the process.
45:20 – Mahdi connects this discussion to the “dark place” that many people describe in CrossFit.
47:15 – Try to relax and work through any movement blocks you experience, which are usually caused by stress or fear.
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2:02 Rob talks about his new online coaching platform – No Magic Pill (NMP) Programming @nmpprogramming
2:41 Mahdi introduces Haya, a behind-the-scenes Project team member and one of Rob’s clients.
3:32 Rob discusses the “fluff training” that clutters Instagram feeds, where focus is placed on gimmicks and views and not substance.
5:23 Rob talks about the importance of accessory work. He states that you are only as strong as your weakest link.
5:56 Mahdi asks Rob about clients with weight loss as a goal.
6:23 The importance of nutrition and setting new habits is discussed.
7:22 Programming Mistake #1: The Program Hopper
12:08 Rob weights in on how coaches can motivate their clients, especially when the results are not as fast as they would like.
14:50 Programming Mistake #2: Not taking enough rest days. De-load weeks are just as important as training; your body needs to recover from the strain.
20:21 Rob mentions that sometimes everyone can get caught up with worrying about the weight on the bar instead of worrying about the quality of the movement.
21:14 Programming Mistakes #3: Don’t max out every day.
24:20 The mental side of lifting is just as important as building actual physical strength.
26:12 Programming Mistake #4: Not following the program.
28:45 If you want to learn a new movement, like muscle-ups or pull ups, you have to work on the boring accessory work. It may not be the prettiest or the most instagrammable, but progressions are the most effective way to master a new skill.
36:00 Programming Mistakes #5: Trying to create a secret program by mixing too many programs together.
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2:25 – United States Ambassador to Kuwait Lawrence Silverman tells Mahdi and Liam about the symptoms that led to his Type 2 Diabetes diagnosis 9 years ago. At age 54, he was totally surprised, especially because he didn’t have a terrible diet and he didn’t eat many sweets.
5:05 – He discusses the treatment plan that his doctor recommended and his experience working with a nutritionist. Ambassador Silverman and his doctor tried several different medications to help him control his diabetes before deciding to come off of the medication and focus on strict diet and exercise instead.
8:33 – Ambassador Silverman talks about his journey so far and encourages others with diabetes that it can be managed.
10:18 – By making conscious choices such as reducing his portion size, eating more fruits and vegetables, switching to skim milk, and focusing on moderation, he has found success.
11:59 – He describes how he gets exercise in during his busy schedule and the increased energy level that he has throughout the day as a result of his diet and exercise routines.
13:57 – Ambassador Silverman provides listeners with suggestions for managing stress levels.
15:40 – He lists some of the helpful tips that he learned from his nutritionist.
18:34 – The diabetes rate in the US is 9% and in Kuwait is 24%. Ambassador Silverman recommends that kids and young adults be tested early so their parents can make adjustments to their diet and exercise and potentially prevent diabetes.
20:56 – He discusses the importance of getting a good night’s sleep by intentionally winding down by listening to music, a podcast, or a white noise machine rather than staring at a screen right before bed.
24:20 – In the Kuwaiti context, Ambassador Silverman has found that most people at diwanea and other gatherings are understanding of his dietary restrictions.
27:21 – He emphasizes the importance of moderation and not being too lenient or too hard on yourself and your body image.
29:21 – Listen to your own body and reach out to a doctor if you feel like something isn’t right.
30:40 – Ambassador Silverman talks about some of the programs that the US embassy has been participating in and hosting in Kuwait: sports diplomacy, baseball and softball leagues, and bringing professional athletes to talk to families. He emphasizes the importance of charting a course for the whole country to be healthier and have more fun being active.
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Time Stamps: 0:51 – Nassar is a dietician and the only health-related podcaster with a show in Arabic. He and Lulwa (The Functional Nutritionist) discuss their opinions of “research” being passed around on Instagram.
4:47 – They agree that using data or explaining how the researchers came to those specific conclusions provide validity and credibility to the source.
9:20 – While Nassa attracts individuals who are Level 0-1, Lulwa’s clients are usually Level 2-3, but they are all looking to level up.
9:38 – They discuss ways they know that someone on Instagram is full of baloney, including contradictions, not knowing your audience, claiming that “this is the best thing,” or not including practical application or experiences.
18:32 – When it comes to the biggest pitfalls of Kuwaiti weekend consumption, there is a social aspect to be considered which sometimes makes people feel pressured into eating foods that are not good for them. However, over the past few years, there has been a mental shift where families and friends are more accepting of people not wanting to eat certain foods.
25:45 – Lulwa and Nassa provide some valuable insight into the types of typical foods that are best for you to eat as well as some tips for keeping everyone happy while not compromising your commitments.
28:48 – Mahdi asks about what types of foods an athlete should gravitate towards in a traditional spread.
32:54 – Stews may be a good food to consume, but it is important to consider the sodium factor.
36:36 – Nassa describes the differences between old Kuwaiti cuisine and its modern equivalents and the the sources of each.
39:45 – He continues by talking about how dates used to be eaten in comparison to the modern way of preserving them in molasses. It is best to eat them right off the tree because you are able to eat more than you should of the ones preserved in molasses.
44:29 – Lulwa weighs in on what a good sugar intake would be for the average person without insulin resistance.
48:55 – The old way of thinking encourages athletes to eat carbs, pasta, and dates.
50:19 – Nassa explains that a prevailing thought in Kuwaiti culture right now is that you don’t need to work out or eat healthy at all, and this is resulting in weight gain.
51:42 – They touch on the problem of food bullying or shaming and the importance of knowing yourself and ignoring the bullies. This is your own journey and it may look different than other people think it should.
55:36 – In closing, the Kuwaiti cuisine is actually not as unhealthy as people might think. It is important to be open minded and eat intentionally.
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1:35 – Abdullah Al Askari is an entrepreneur and fitness guru who is involved in many fitness and health related businesses.
2:55 – He says that the biggest problem in Kuwait’s gyms is the service.
3:45 – The biggest problem with coaches and trainers at gyms is that the owners feel pressure to have “big name” coaches at the expense of having a variety of trainers for all levels of clients.
5:31 – Gyms fall into the trap of being overly concerned about making money and not concerned enough about providing great service.
7:11 – In terms of trends, he encourages proprietors and clients alike to know their specific needs and not get too caught up in the next big thing.
9:37 – In the future, Abdullah expects the training industry to become more regulated, but it will likely be a while.
11:31 – Liam says that he sees trainers at the extremes: either having a ton of certifications and experience but no talent or no certifications but being great coaches. It’s important to find one in the middle.
12:57 – High level trainers also need to have a good personality and the ability to coach their clients.
15:25 – Abdullah says that from a gym’s perspective, having a trainer on staff who is an influencer is seen as a necessary risk.
16:25 – Abdullah’s ideal gym experience, from the front desk interaction to the workout area.
21:05 – Liam says that while some gyms are popping up for one specific purpose, the most versatile gyms have multiple modalities in one place.
22:54 – The start up cost for a 500 square meter gym space is about 120-150 KD in Kuwait because of the high rent.
24:30 – Mahdi and Liam talk about their experiences at old school basement gyms.
28:45 – There are a lot of consumers out there who are buying the trendy fitness tools but lack the education about what they really need to be doing.
30:40 – Abdullah talks about the dynamics of gyms that are not innovating, what can cause them to succeed or fail.
32:29 – Abdullah stays in shape by having no social life and getting to the gym every morning at 5:00am.
33:11 – He talks about shifts in bodybuilding over the years.
36:55 – Liam describes the difficulty of his clients getting contradictory information from multiple sources which impacts the effectiveness of their training. There are not enough legitimate sources out there, but physicians can give you the proper tests and sample dosages.
40:38 – These days, the trainer also serves as the steroid dealer because the clients put pressure on them to deliver results. This comes with many additional challenges.
44:48 – Abdullah talks about 70/30, a meal prep service that he started in November 2018. They work with clients and trainers to personalize their meals to their specific needs based on their preferences and their planned workouts for each day. There are four packages: Shred, Fuel, Build, and Bulk.
49:18 – Kuwait loves the copycat business model, so Abdullah sees the oversaturation in the market of meal prep services right now as par for the course. Those businesses with great quality and service will outlast the rest.
53:48 – They talk about the phenomenon of Kuwaiti owners who don’t truly take ownership of their business, which leads to their downfall.
55:39 – There is also an influx of Kuwaiti trainers, and Abdullah says that the ones who are truly passionate about it will outlast the rest.
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1:05 – Mahdi, Liam, and Meg find themselves talking about the “Sex With Emily” podcast.
3:33 – Liam talks about his impression of Ramadan from a Western perspective.
6:41 – There are certain expectations around eating habits during Ramadan, especially when you go to multiple gatherings per night, so how can you maintain a healthy lifestyle during this time?
8:51 – People justify indulgences during Ramadan more than they probably should.
10:31 – Meg talks about intermittent fasting and the benefit of occasionally practicing it to prepare for Ramadan fasting. Intermittent fasting has incredible health benefits if done the right way.
13:43 – It is crucially important for you to be intentional about what you eat when you break fast every night.
15:13 – Meg recommends bone broth and other sources of good fats rather than the traditional dates. Liam adds that you should avoid processed foods and sweets which can spike your insulin levels and cause you to store fat.
17:45 – Mahdi talks about the effects of melatonin in terms of sleep but also appetite regulation at night. Liam says that it is important to maintain a consistent sleep pattern during Ramadan to help your body keep producing the right melatonin levels.
21:28 – Liam recommends that you ask yourself what you are really trying to do during Ramadan. It likely comes down to discipline, so this is a great opportunity to create good habits. Meg agrees, explaining that fasting elevates your cortisol levels, but having a plan helps you avoid more stress.
23:32 – Liam wonders how people can avoid dehydration during Ramadan, and Meg recommends that people eat watery fruits and vegetables rather than sugary items. Your last meal of the night should be heavy in watery fruits and vegetables and high fat foods.
25:20 – Mahdi brings up the point that the food industry creates their foods to be addictive, so you will crave what you have been eating.
28:08 – Mahdi is going to try doing strength training in the morning and cardio in the evening during Ramadan this year, which Meg affirms as a good plan. Liam says that this is a great way to retain muscle.
31:20 – Liam wants people to understand that even though you might not have as much energy to work out during Ramadan, you will be able to do it, and you will find that working out provides your body with needed energy.
33:04 – “A tiger never hunts when it is full.” As long as you prepare the night before by eating a sufficient meal and getting a good night’s sleep, you can find success in working out on an empty stomach in the morning.
35:29 – Liam emphasizes that a good coach or trainer is an valuable resource in this area especially, guiding you along your workout and nutrition routines throughout Ramadan. Meg points out that it is very important that you know your body and make an effort to understand what’s going on.
36:50 – Ramadan is the ideal time to work out because the intermittent fasting will hep you burn belly fat.
37:45 – Meg’s key points for navigating fitness during Ramadan are: limiting sugar intake, avoiding probiotic deficiency, eating good healthy fats, movement, mindfulness, sleep, and reducing screen time and involvement in drama.
40:41 – Mahdi says that he is going to try the carnivore diet this year. Meg recommends the 800g of fruits and vegetables challenge, but remember that your main intention during this time is just discipline in whatever you decide to commit to.
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0:40 – Dr. Mohammed Albanna is a great heart surgeon in the community who was trained in Canada and the United Kingdom.
2:56 – He describes the condition of heart health in Kuwait based on the inactive and unhealthy lifestyles that many people live. This leads to an increased risk of coronary artery disease caused by lack of sufficient oxygen and nutrients. In fact, heart disease is the #1 killer in the world, with 17 million heart disease-related deaths every year.
6:41 – Genetics do play a huge role in people’s predisposition to heart disease, especially for people of Southeast Asian descent like many in Kuwait. It has been found that these populations have smaller coronary arteries than people from other regions of the world.
8:15 – The biggest key to avoiding heart disease is prevention. The American Heart Association recommends 30 minutes of cardio every day but no more than 2 hours per day. The simple act of walking can be very impactful if the heart rate gets above 100.
10:38 – Dr. Albanna describes athletes heart syndrome and its physical impacts on the athlete.
13:25 – Next, he explains hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) which is like athlete’s heart but caused by a genetic mutation. He recommends that all athletes have regular check-ups including EKG testing to determine if they have this mutation.
17:18 – Dr. Albanna emphasizes the importance of a healthy and balanced lifestyle.
18:40 – Mahdi asks about stents and how people with stents should exercise after their procedures. Dr. Albanna recommends a cardiac rehab program for anyone with any type of heart issue but especially those who have had procedures to correct an issue.
22:30 – Stents should be taken as a warning sign that the person needs to make some lifestyle changes such as quitting smoking, developing an exercise routine, and making better food choices.
26:21 – Mahdi points out that some athletes think that they can continue smoking if they make up for it with their workouts. This could not be farther from the truth because smoking can lead to heart disease, cancer, stroke, diabetes, and so many other diseases regardless of your fitness habits.
28:55 – E-cigarettes are new to the market and becoming trendy, but the nicotine in them is just as addictive as that in regular cigarettes, so these should be avoided. The only benefit of e-cigarettes is when someone is trying to quit smoking by intentionally choosing how much nicotine they consume.
30:16 – Dr. Albanna says that most people should be able to take care of themselves into their 80s, so when he has surgery patients in their 50s or 60s, they are very young to be having heart issues.
31:33 – Heart attacks have 3 causes: (1) narrowing or blockage causing the heart to not be able to keep up with demand, (2) a smaller blockage that causes abnormal matter to enter the bloodstream, or (3) vessel dissection, common with people who take steroids.
34:49 – Steroids make the blood vessel walls thinner, so when an athlete stresses their heart during an intense workout, they are at higher risk of vessel dissection or shredding.
36:31 – Mahdi is put at ease when Dr. Albanna tells him that he has not sustained irreversible damage from his 1-month stint of taking Winstrol.
37:13 – People can slow down the buildup in their arteries by exercising, eating well, and having regular checkups.
38:06 – Athletes are prone to atrial fibrillation (A-fib) or excessive electrical activity in the heart, which manifests as quivers rather than beats of the heart and can lead to blood clots. He especially advises athletes to have diagnostic tests to determine if they have A-fib.
43:02 – Walking 30
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042: Listener Q&A: Mahdi, Liam, and Meg answer your questions on perking up your chest, losing man boobs, recovery, overtraining, and social responsibility.
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1:34 – Liam talks about his current goal of being lighter on his feet and ready to run, and how the past few weeks of doing so has changed his perspective on size and athletics.
4:15 – He mentions specific genetic anomalies that are smaller than their teammates but incredibly talented.
5:05 – Liam then goes on to talk about relative strength and understanding what a body should do.
6:45 – Liam and Mahdi discuss the importance of the people you surround yourself with and the psychological impact this can have on your training.
9:15 – Liam mentions the concept of putting the work in to find your areas of weakness and then committing to improving.
11:01 – He gets into the idea that different people have different perceptions of what their normal weight should be and they often compare themselves to others in this area, which is not helpful.
12:30 – Mahdi transitions the conversation to grip strength, which he first started learning about during his time playing baseball but he has continued to emphasize in his own workouts. Liam suggests a few workouts to improve grip strength.
15:53 – Liam then gives recommendations for techniques for improving grip strength such as palms facing up and mixed grips.
17:28 – Mahdi chimes in to make sure that people understand the importance of alternating different grips so you are building strength equally. Liam says that he didn’t used to alternate, and he tore his bicep as a result.
19:51 – After Mahdi tells listeners to ditch the straps during lifting of this nature, Liam says that there is a time and place for using straps if you know how to use them properly. Mahdi talks about his experience using straps and how he realized that he was not getting the most of his workout with them.
23:11 – Mahdi and Liam mention some more specific exercises that are good for grip strength, such as carries, curls, and pinch grip holds. Liam says to focus on simple things first by carrying heavy things or doing a high volume of light weights.
26:02 – Another simple way to work on grip strength is by wringing out a wet towel.
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1:52 – Mohammed Ajialabi is a physical therapist who focuses on elite athletes. He became interested in helping people in this way by walking with his mom through treatment and physical therapy for her back pain. After studying in Jordan and working at hospitals and sports clubs in Bahrain for several years, he decided to open his own practice focused on his philosophies and ideals of helping people. They just celebrated the beginning of their third year in business.
5:24 – Mohammed spends some time every year helping CrossFit and MMA athletes in Kuwait. He is able to treat several athletes at the same event because he doesn’t need any fancy equipment to relieve their pain.
6:50 – He drops some of the names of prominent Kuwaiti athletes he has treated.
7:25 – In Kuwait and Bahrain, the most common injuries Mohammed treats are back injuries due to the lack of core activation and inactive breathing that people have.
9:20 – In response to Mahdi’s question about how to activate the muscles that have been inactive all day at work, Mohammed says that the key is to move often and well during work, getting up from your desk every 30 minutes and doing activating stretches and be sure to prepare before working out.
12:45 – Mohammed says specifically that people sitting at desks all day may have weak hip flexors because their hip flexors get shorter if they are not frequently activated which can cause them to weaken.
15:06 – Liam, Mahdi, and Mohammed talk about the benefits and drawbacks of wearing weight belts in certain situations.
18:25 – Mohammed says that most pain is originated from having an unstable core. A stable core promotes good joint movement and breathing, so an unstable core leads to many problems.
20:01 – Mahdi brings up dry needling in combination with corrective movements and Mohammed affirms that this combination is helpful for the body adjusting after injuries.
21:42 – Mohammed provides his recommendations for effective core work: learn to breathe well, switch on the brain with repetitions of lighter exercises, and consciously try to create those neural pathways.
24:50 – Liam and Mahdi talk about their experiences with controlling breathing, from playing baseball to during a session in the ice cold plunge pool.
28:40 – Mohammed says that Liam’s method of breathing in the plunge pool is great and he provides a warmer and drier exercise for those who aren’t as hard core as Liam. Laying on your back, bend your knees, put both hands on your chest, and breathe in for 5 seconds, hold for 5 seconds, and breathe out for 5 seconds, vacuuming in the stomach each time.
31:38 – Mohammed talks about common injuries sustained by MMA fighters and the different technique he uses to help them with their breathing and increase their mobility.
35:20 – In response to Mahdi’s observation that he feels great after doing chest fly exercises, Mohammed talks about the difference between passive and dynamic movements or stretches.
38:45 – Liam asks if there is benefit in seeing a physical therapist even if you are not hurt. Mohammed says that it is important to have someone experienced who can watch your posture and mobility to reduce your risk of injury.
40:57 – Mohammed emphasizes the importance of communication between the coach or trainer and the physical therapist.
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6:25 – The most crucial aspect of starting a gym routine is an honest assessment of where you currently are and where you want to be as a result of working out. Don’t focus on what a 20-year-old you could do, but take a step back and evaluate what is feasible for you and then set off to reach your goals.
10:15 – Mahdi talks about the importance of having a gym buddy to make it easier to just get to the gym. Once you are there, it is easy to get to work.
12:14 – The location of your gym could be a big factor for you. If driving across town is a deterrent for you, try to find a gym closer to your house or work that will make it more convenient to go.
15:01 – Many people, especially in Kuwait, say that they don’t have time to go to the gym because their “free time” is for dewaniya. Mahdi and Meg want to encourage listeners to think about creating a diwaniya atmosphere at the gym instead of while playing video games or watching football.
20:12 – If it is intimidating to go to a new gym, find ways to build your confidence, such as taking group classes or hiring a personal trainer for a while. If you want to make sure you understand how certain machines work or what certain workouts involve, check out some YouTube videos ahead of time.
23:16 – Beginning a healthy lifestyle does not have to be drastic. Focus on your sleep, staying hydrated, taking opportunities to walk, do some bodyweight training, and look into cross-training activities like biking or swimming.
29:00 – Mahdi and Meg weigh in on a listener question: Is it possible to lose fat and gain muscle at the same time? They say that is definitely is, and the key is to do strength training and HIIT types of cardio. These will give you lean muscle mass and aid in fat burning.
34:09 – Focusing on your abs is different than focusing on your core, and one is the key to total body stability. The core contains the spine, obliques, abs, and breathing muscles, and when this cylinder is strong, you open up so much power and strength.
38:32 – Meg talks about some of her keys to total body wellness and fitness: resistance training and good nutrition, starting with real foods and good fats. Mahdi says that creatine works well with his body to aid in burning fat, but beyond that, he doesn’t recommend any kind of “fat burning” pills or supplements.
42:26 – Some spices or foods that you can easily integrate into your daily diet and are known for being naturally fat burning are: cinnamon, ginger, cumin, coriander, raspberries, high protein items like eggs for breakfast, overnight oats, and fiber.
49:05 – The first misconception that Mahdi and Meg address in this episode is: “lifting weights makes women bulky.” In fact, women do not have enough testosterone to truly “bulk up” without significant supplemental or dietary changes to that end. Weight lifting really just changes the shape of the body, and Mahdi adds that lifting dramatically increases your confidence level in the gym. It is important to realize that you might gain some weight as you build muscle in this way, but there are much better measurements to gauge your progress.
55:22 – The next misconception is: “Results are fast.” It is helpful to know when going into a new workout routine that results could take several months or even a year, but with consistency and effort, you can achieve the results you want. Meg adds that many&
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0:49 – Mahdi introduces Coach Saad.
1:38 – Coach Saad describes his background as a boxing trainer in France before moving to Kuwait and getting into personal training.
3:25 – Mahdi asks about the main differences that Saad notices between his clients in France and those in Kuwait.
4:17 – Saad says that a lot of his Kuwaiti clients are overweight and need adjusted exercise plans that are not so hard on their joints.
5:30 – Saad talks about the cultural problem of inactivity. Even kids in Kuwait are not getting into sports and their health is not really supported at school.
7:03 – Saad advises parents to get their kids into some kind of activity such as swimming, judo, and running.
9:24 – Saad says that one of the main issues with kids sitting so much during the day is that they are developing a constant slouch that will impact them throughout their whole life.
10:31 – Saad talks about how to get started in correcting your posture and becoming more active.
12:44 – The conversation then turns to improving your walking, running, and exercising technique and gait.
13:25 – Mahdi mentions the Exos program that helps people unlearn bad behaviors through corrective exercises.
14:18 – Saad mentions that correcting your form and technique is not the hardest thing to learn, but it does take the longest. Specifically benchpress and deadlift. He gives specific examples of how he helps his clients.
18:00 – Saad says that the best way to help people is by telling them where they should feel everything so they can know immediately if they are doing it right.
19:17 – Mahdi talks about the resurgence of deadlifts and squats with the popularity of CrossFit.
21:20 – Saad talks about the hardest part of training not being the actual teaching of the techniques but convincing the clients of the importance of proper form.
24:10 – Mahdi and Saad transition the conversation to talk about people who spend most of their days sitting at their desks and in their cars. Setting small challenges throughout the day to stay active can make all the difference.
26:20 – Saad discusses the importance of stretching your hip flexors, and he will put some examples on his Instagram.
27:30 – Saad and Mahdi give some good stretching examples.
29:48 – Saad then talks about the causes of back pain such as anterior pelvic tilt.
31:00 – Mahdi and Saad say that people often experience pain while working out after they have been inactive all day because they haven’t warmed up.
33:36 – Mahdi asks about the benefits of strength training versus just walking or jogging.
35:00 – Saad says that everyone should do basic strength training either at the gym or at home just to remain active. Walking should not be considered exercise because everyone should be getting 8,000+ steps per day.
37:30 – Saad discusses the main differences he has noticed being a trainer in the Middle East.
45:29 – Saad says that being consistently active during the day will also boost your workout time and he emphasizes the importance of warming up and cooling down.
46:45 – Saad talks about your capability of doubling your calorie burning every day just by reaching 8,000+ steps per day and he give some suggestions for doing so.
49:00 – Mahdi emphasizes the benefit to both you and your kids when you take them outside to play at the end of the day.
49:37 – Saad says that he has had so many clients tell him how much better they feel when they are traveling because they are actively exploring a new city.
50:17 – Saad talks about his current project, which is continuing his education and helping his clients go from in
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Yalla Move episode - Meg & Madhi
What is Movement and how is it different than exercising? In this episode Meg and Madhi sit with the event organizers of Kuwait’s first ever movement culture festival to answer those questions and more. Yalla Move Kuwait celebrates diversity in movement and showcases local and visiting movement practitioners in an exciting line up of workshops. We discuss the inspiration and direction of this Not for Profit and volunteer driven festival. Yalla Move and The Project share their passions of different movement styles in Kuwait and it’s impact on the fitness community. This event is open for all to move, express, explore and play. Funds raised will be donated the charity Masaka Kids Africana - listen to the episode for all info on how this charity connects to Kuwait, event ticket details, and much more! Grab your yoga May or head out to the park while you listen!
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1:47 – Luwlwa, the Functional Nutritionist, joins Liam and Mahdi again today to discuss men’s hormones. Mahdi asks about how pheromones are related to hormones and Luwlwa shares about an experiment her class did at university.
3:25 – Mahdi reveals his “secret” that he uses women’s Secret vanilla bean deodorant because it keeps him from sweating. Liam briefly considers revoking his man card, but they move on when Luwlwa says that some men get botox or detox their arm pits to reduce sweating.
5:13 – Mahdi has noticed in the Middle East that men are softer and have more of a female build than elsewhere in the world and he thinks it is as a result of lower testosterone. Luwlwa confirms Mahdi’s suspicions and says that men are developing more female facial features as well.
7:06 – Kuwait was recently listed as the #2 most toxic country in the world, and while this is a big factor in hormone production, Luwlwa says that it also has to do with the fact that Kuwait is not as health-conscious in general.
10:22 – In addition to this constant exposure to toxicity, these health choices are causing men in Kuwait to convert testosterone to estrogen which causes them to store fat in areas where women would.
13:21 – Mahdi asks the question that many men have probably wondered if they have ever dabbled in taking steroids: does taking steroids really cause your gonads to shrink up? Luwlwa confirms that taking testosterone replacement drugs will cause your body to stop producing testosterone, and it could have a lasting effect even after men aren’t taking steroids anymore.
15:31 – Toxins such as BPA can be endocrine disruptors and should be avoided. BPA is used to make plastic remain rigid, and it is released when the plastic is heated up; specifically, when you are microwaving your leftovers. When ingested, BPA acts as estrogen and can be harmful to the body. Another unexpected source of BPA is receipts.
18:08 – Mahdi and Luwlwa provide a summary of cortisol, its purposes, and its impacts on the body over a long period of time. Liam summarizes constant cortisol production to being in “sport mode” in your car all the time.
23:13 – Luwlwa asks Mahdi and Liam about their sleeping patterns and says that if you have healthy cortisol levels, you should not have to wake up at all during the night, even to go to the bathroom. If you do not have deep sleep like this, you are probably sleep deprived.
25:58 – Mahdi tells of his experience tracking his sleep with a smart band.
27:00 – Luwlwa talks about REM (rapid eye movement) sleep and the importance of several REM cycles every night for the proper production of testosterone. One of the best ways to improve your sleep environment is to reduce your exposure to blue light for 1-2 hours before going to bed, either by not looking at screens or by using a blue light reducing app on your phone or computer.
28:27 – In response to Mahdi’s question about how working out at night affects sleep, Luwlwa says that working out increases your cortisol levels which is not conducive to restful sleep. She recommends taking thianine after a workout at night to combat high cortisol levels or using a meditation app like Headspace.
30:05 – In addition to the Headspace app, Luwlwa recommends diaphragmatic breathing and deep stretching to activate the parasympathetic nervous system and optimize sleep.
31:45 – Although a lot of people think that taking a hot bath or shower would be relaxing in preparation for going to sleep, the opposite is actually true. While a hot shower causes the heart rate to rise, a cold shower slows the heart rate and activates the parasympathetic nervous system instead.
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1:57 – Fatma Al-Qadfan is a drama therapist, which integrates psychology with the theater arts as a modality of counseling. She primarily works with adolescents and adults.
3:57 – Fatma and Mahdi attended the American University of Kuwait together, where she was more interested in sociology and theater than psychology, but her interest in psychology developed a few years after graduation. She saw a documentary called “12 Angry Lebanese” that opened her eyes to the possibilities of drama and psychology, and her life trajectory was forever changed.
6:00 – She distinguishes between practices that are therapeutic (dealing with the symptoms) and those that are therapy (dealing with the root cause).
8:16 – There is a spectrum of behaviors and beliefs when it comes to eating disorders. On one end is “intuitive eating” which is healthy, towards the middle is “disordered eating” which is characterized by guilt-motivated decisions, and on the other end is “diagnosed eating disorders” such as anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa.
10:30 – Fatma emphasizes that eating disorders are very serious because they can cause the organs to shut down and even cause death. Mahdi shares about one of his friends whose eating disorder caused her to be hospitalized.
13:10 – It is difficult to determine or judge if someone has an eating disorder because it is a set of behaviors and thoughts more than anything externally visible. It is important to always be aware of your own cues and not be influenced by the praise or disapproval of others.
16:15 – Liam presents a relevant scenario about the pressures of eating unhealthy foods at a family gathering, which spurs on a lengthy conversation bordering on a debate with Fatma about the best way to handle situations like this.
20:58 – Liam, Mahdi, and Fatma agree that when you decide not to eat the food at a family gathering, it is problematic to the relationships involved.
23:59 – Fatma continues the conversation by explaining that being unwilling to compromise or appease the other party, this is a type of disordered eating. This could be considered orthorexia.
24:43 – Mahdi brings up the topic of nutrition, and Fatma talks about the importance of coaches in the pursuit of intuitive eating. Additionally, it is a healthy practice to check in with yourself along the way to see what you really want.
32:36 – Fatma strives to debunk the “myth” of addiction to sugar and talks about the pleasure center of the brain.
36:55 – Fatma provides 3 helpful questions for listeners to consider: (1) Was there a time when you told yourself no (food item)? (2) What does (food item) mean to you? (3) Is your fear of (food item) stemming from an idea? These questions touch on the physical, mental, and emotional restrictions people place on themselves.
40:01 – Fatma typically works one-on-one with clients or in group settings to work through their personal histories and family dynamics. These workshops and sessions vary, but can include elements of roleplay or writing plays, letters, or songs.
47:01 – Fatma shares her perspective on social media and how she has developed a healthier relationship with herself by curating the people she follows to be more diverse and positive. One social justice movement she specifically mentioned was Health at Every Size.
52:20 – Fatma echoes the common saying that comparison is the thief of joy on social media. Liam asks about people who need motivation – could it be helpful to them to follow aspirational accounts? Fatma agrees but says that it depends on the person.
57:06 – Liam brings up another hot button topic: in the context of a job interview, could the hiring manager
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1:41 – Mahdi explains how he first met Liam and what made them want to work together on this podcast.
3:28 – Bader’s interest in fitness began when he was in high school and he aspired to be like the guys in the Arabic World of Sports magazine. He saved up to purchase himself some home gym equipment because he was not old enough to go to the gyms in Kuwait and he practiced the exercises from the magazine. Mahdi describes how he remembers gyms being at that time: filled with old school bodybuilders.
6:25 – When Bader was 17 ½, he asked the manager at a local gym if he could work out there even though he wasn’t 18, and that was when he really started weight lifting seriously and even getting into body building.
9:33 – Several years later, one of Bader’s friends asked him why he hadn’t gotten into CrossFit and suggested that they go to his gym so Bader could see what it was like. After that first workout, Bader got the passion for CrossFit and he has been involved ever since. His previous objections about the risk of injury came to rest when he realized that smart programming can reduce injury as much as anything else.
13:48 – Now a few years into CrossFit, Bader recognizes the benefits of the mobility and flexibility that are developed through CrossFit and the awareness of how the body is supposed to function during certain workouts. Mahdi mentions the fact that people do or don’t do things based on the perception quite often; for example, elite bodybuilders have been doing deadlifts and squats for a long time, but mainstream athletes had refrained until recently because of their fear of injury. Liam agrees that people find reasons not to do things and listen to the recommendations of those around them.
16:27 – In November 2018, Bader competed in the Battle of the East, and he talks about his training regimen leading up to that competition as well as difficulties that he was having with his mobility. In June 2016, he joined Icon Athlete, which really helped him get serious about his workouts. He then started taking courses as well as teaching some, becoming full participative with the culture and mindset.
20:14 – Bader attended an Olympic weightlifting camp in Ukraine so that he could understand the “how” and “why” of bodybuilding exercises and become more effective for the benefit of himself and others.
25:40 – From this experience, Bader became aware of some things he needed to adjust before the Battle of the East competition, but it mainly came down to stripping away the ego and putting in the work to improve. During that 6 month period, he took a 3 month break from weight lifting so he could focus on his technique, and it worked. He also worked on his gymnastics and strongman training during that time, which served him well.
29:00 – Bader agrees with Mahdi and Liam that moving strongman objects is easy if you know the right way to do it, which was affirmed by the strongman course he took. Liam emphasizes the importance of using the right muscles, and Mahdi brings up the importance of using your body in the right way.
32:29 – Bader talks about the practicality and functionality of strongman exercises in everyday life.
34:20 – In terms of gymnastics, Bader has seen many people watch moves on YouTube and start doing them in their workouts without knowing if they are really doing them properly. This can do a lot of damage to the body, as well as doing the right exercises but not providing yourself with enough rest time. Bader has also taken a course in gymnastics, which has been very helpful to his CrossFit and other training.
37:00 – In preparation for his competition, Bader focused on conditioning for the programming of the
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2:18 – Jamie talks about how the Kuwait Moms Guide started and how it has unexpectedly grown.
3:04 – Jon P tells the story of the creation of Stop Crying Studios and his philosophy of approaching every client differently based on their background and the best way to motivate them.
5:34 – Jamie says that it is necessary to use a similar approach in parenting and coaching kids. By having a positive vibe but still encouraging them to work hard, as well as demonstrating a healthy lifestyle by doing activities together, parents can help their kids in all aspects of life.
8:48 – Jon uses different modalities such as HIIT, strength training, and injury rehabilitation depending on the needs and preferences of the client. With beginners, he tries to distract the clients from the actual number of sets and reps in their workout.
10:39 – Jamie’s husband started training with Jon in fall 2018, and after Jamie injured her hip and was unable to run as she had been doing, her husband recommended that she try a session with Jon. Initially, she was intimidated because she had never been in a workout setting like that, but now she is consistently going, even bringing her daughters with her on Saturdays.
13:06 – Mahdi asks how Jamie handles social media exposure with her daughters, focusing on health more than image. Jamie’s daughters are 7 and 10 years old, so they do not have access to social media yet and she limits their other media exposure as well. She never talks with them about diets, losing weight, or looks, rather focusing on health and being active.
16:50 – Jon discusses how he coaches children by encouraging them and treating everyone as they need to be treated.
17:40 – Jamie keeps her daughters active with gymnastics 2 days per week, knitting, unstructured play time, and plenty of exploring as a family.
20:26 – Jon’s favorite type of client is open-minded, willing to listen to Jon’s recommendations. Liam says that his least favorite type of client is the one that says “I can’t do that” when they really mean “I won’t do that.” Jamie emphasizes that it was helpful for her to make her workouts digestible.
25:13 – Jamie says that a lot of parents don’t realize that they impact their kids by what they do and what they say. Kids are learning how to live from their parents and your behavior is shaping their mindset towards all of life. Liam says that this dynamic is the same in the client/trainer relationship as well.
27:40 – Jamie talks about nutrition being the most challenging aspect of a healthy lifestyle. Mahdi reiterates that while it is difficult to eat completely clean, it is important to source your food and come up with a long-term plan you can live with.
29:36 – Jamie then shares the difficulty of being consistent in working out, but her commitment to train with Jon twice per week until she can manage more.
30:55 – She says that she has noticed a big difference in her energy level, stress management, and overall health since she started working out.
32:42 – Jon talks about the misconceptions of training and trainers on social media. So many people are posting unrealistic images and exercises that are just ploys to get more followers, but these posts build up impractical expectations for the Average Joe about what they can do. Jamie says that social media is a good way to create positive connections, but there is also an expectation that every post has to be perfect.
37:15 – Mahdi believes in posting your failures and just real-life events that you feel like posting. Your social media feed does not have to be curated and groomed to please anyone.
38:59 – Jon says that if you have any inclination to get m
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1:41 – Catherine started ballet at age 9, but had to stop after about 10 years due to an accident. She then became involved in aerobics which led her into gym training, where she began training for and competing in fitness figure competitions. There is immense pressure in that sport to use performance enhancing drugs, but she never did. Instead, she committed wholeheartedly to body shaping through nutrition, diet, and exercise. Catherine is now a Pilates instructor at ARC.
7:40 – Catherine describes her diet leading up to fitness figure competitions.
9:34 – She is passionate about Pilates because of her experience trying other modalities and her recognition of the merits and benefits that Pilates provides over other workouts. She specifically trains her clients in studio Pilates, which uses various apparatus to aid in the training.
12:25 – Mahdi asks if there is any relationship between Pilates and CrossFit, and Catherine describes what Pilates is and what it is not.
14:18 – Pilates was created in 1902 by Joseph Pilates as a series of corrective exercises that focus the body, mind, and spirit, which he called “Contrology”. It was originally intended to be a workout for men to be able to control their breathing, and it had its most notable initial results in 1914 at the Isle of Man POW camp. In 1916, Joseph Pilates opened up a studio in New York City that mainly served dancers and artists. Originally, regular participants in Pilates knew the specific order of exercises and did their workout with very little interaction with each other or the instructor.
20:31 – Mahdi mentions that Boston Red Sox catcher Jason Varitek recovered from a serious injury using Pilates, so he wonders about its integration with sports. Catherine explains that “how you stand is how you land” and that Pilates helps strengthen the muscles that keep the skeleton upright using specific tension. She also explains that strengthening the smaller muscles will in turn strengthen the larger muscles, improving the body’s resiliency.
24:16 – Liam has been doing a lot of accessory work lately, and he has seen what Catherine is describing in his own life.
27:02 – In response to Mahdi’s question about how Pilates could make him a better athlete or give him a competitive advantage, Catherine explains that Pilates creates a balance where there is otherwise an imbalance. For instance, if you are right-handed, it is likely that the muscles on your left side are weaker and less developed, so Pilates would help both sides become equally stronger.
29:07 – Liam talks about the benefit that he has noticed from his accessory work and lifting in a different plane of motion.
30:08 – While the Pilates classes at ARC are only for women, Catherine says that Fawzia has clinical Pilates that is open to men.
32:20 – One of the biggest misconceptions about Pilates is that it is only for healthy and strong people. In fact, anyone and everyone can benefit from Pilates, no matter your age or physical condition. Mahdi agrees, saying that his aunt has been doing Pilates and has made great progress in reducing neck pain.
36:27 – Catherine describes the perfect programming for an athlete as well-structured, including Pilates, cardio, yoga, and functional exercises. She recommends Pilates 3 times per week and never in the same day as another workout. There are group classes as well as private sessions available depending on your needs.
39:57 – Mahdi asks about specific Pilates exercises that he could inject into his other workouts, and Catherine says that after a private session, the instructor will be able to give you a few key exercises that will be beneficial for you.
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1:01 – Fahad’s dad joins Mahdi first to talk about the five years since Fahad started playing baseball, at age 10. During a tournament early on, Fahad’s parents realized that he would be a standout player if they invested in his training, so Fahad and his dad have spent the past few summers in the States learning from professional coaches.
3:05 – Fahad’s parents have always believed in the talents of their 2 daughters and 2 sons, and they have provided them with every opportunity to succeed.
5:08 – Fahad’s dad talks about parents in Kuwait who put too much emphasis on their children’s studies and how the world could be a richer place if these kids were able to cultivate their talents.
7:39 – Mahdi first met Fahad when he was about 13, and he immediately recognized his talent. Fahad’s dad says that their family is committed to helping Fahad pursue his dreams by recording every second of his training, practices, and games and potentially moving to the States for him to go to a Division 1 college.
10:47 – Next, Fahad joins the conversation and describes his love for the game and commitment to conditioning, driven by the support of his family and community. He reiterates what his father said about the benefits of focusing on school and sports together, which helps him with time management.
13:04 – To parents who hold their children back from extracurricular activities, Fahad says that kids should be able to study earlier so they can play.
14:05 – Fahad’s typical training session includes stretching, running laps, pitching, batting, fielding, and long toss.
14:46 – His favorite baseball team is the New York Yankees, and he likes Aaron Judge and Gary Sanchez.
15:00 – In order to stay healthy and fit, he uses bands, ice, and heat for recovery and he is working on improving his strength through weight lifting, ropes, and long toss.
16:39 – Fahad talks about the improvements he has been able to make in his batting game thanks to the batting cage and pitching machines that his parents have purchased for him to have at home.
18:21 – In 5 years, Fahad hopes to be signing with a Division 1 team or with the MLB. He currently tops out at 81 mph pitching and 85 mph batting.
19:17 – Fahad describes his intensive summers in the States as “all business” and filled with ups and downs, but filled with competition that is unparalleled in Kuwait.
20:39 – He is looking at colleges in Florida, Indiana, and Kentucky, and Mahdi mentions that he has been throwing his name out there to some of his buddies of influence in the States.
22:13 – Fahad’s favorite pitch to throw is a strike, of course, but when pressed about it, he would say a fastball.
22:35 – Asked about his favorite training modality, Fahad says that he focuses on the basics of leg strength, crossover, core strength, and using ropes to build up his arm strength.
24:34 – At school, he doesn’t show off or school his classmates, but helps them with their own fitness goals.
25:00 – Since he got serious about baseball, Fahad has lost 35-40 kilos by cutting down his portion sizes and training for 3 hours a day.
26:10 – Fahad’s advice to other kids who want to get serious about athletics is to get off of Fortnite, get out there and do something.
26:35 – Fahad gives a shoutout to Coach Salvatore and Coach Aaron Hernandez who have been integral in his growth as a player. He also reiterates that baseball is a game of failure, so you are continually given areas of improvement.
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On this episode of the Project Kuwait podcast, we are joined again by Luwlwa, the Functional Nutritionist, who is broaching a taboo topic. Luwlwa and Meg share their expertise on the female cycle and hormones as well as learning how to have a healthy relationship with your period.
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1:10 – People don’t typically talk about PMS, PCOS, and hormones in females, especially in Kuwait. Mahdi and Meg are joined by Luwlwa, the Functional Nutritionist, again to discuss these taboo topics.
2:24 – Recently, Luwlwa posted something on her Instagram regarding changing her eating habits in preparation for her period coming soon, and she was amazed at the supportive responses as well as the hostile ones.
3:31 – Meg brings up the point that there are purposes of the female cycle beyond childbearing.
4:04 – Luwlwa provides a detailed background on the hormones present in women: estrogen, progesterone, and male hormones like testosterone. There are defined pathways for these hormones to break down in the body, and the way the body metabolizes them can have much broader impacts than most people are aware of.
6:08 – Mahdi asks about the common assumption that hormones make you gain weight. Luwlwa says that imbalanced in way the hormones are metabolized can lead to water weight gain, irritability, aggression, heavy bleeding, and hair growth or loss. The best way to learn about these imbalances is through blood or urine testing.
7:52 – Meg points out that the body needs balance to function properly, and things such as food or stress can affect this balance.
9:05 – Mahdi chimes in with “men’s interpretation” of PMS: back off and give the women whatever they want.
10:06 – Luwlwa describes the 28-day cycle and the difficulty that can come from doing a single test to determine if there is a problem because of the length of the cycle. Through cycle mapping, women can begin to understand the relationship that their cycle and hormones have with external variables.
11:35 – She then addresses the misconception that periods are painful, unpredictable, and mysterious by explaining that extreme pain or heavy bleeding can indicate a vitamin or nutrition imbalance.
13:11 – Meg says that most people don’t understand their cycle because sex ed is usually too vague and high schoolers don’t want to know about it. In fact, as a high school athlete, Meg saw her period as a nuisance and she tried to avoid having it.
14:12 – Luwlwa describes the ideal diet for women who are experiencing PMS: anti-inflammatory foods and limited gluten and dairy. Symptoms of PMS include anger, anxiety, cramping, headaches, and mood swings.
16:02 – Mahdi brings up something he has heard about the need to avoid nightshade vegetables. Luwlwa says that if you aren’t sure if they have a negative effect on you, cut them out for 3-6 weeks and then reintroduce them to confirm.
17:15 – Meg and Luwlwa agree that it is counterproductive when men assume that women are having PMS if they are emotional or aggressive, and it is important for women to be self-aware enough to know if they are experiencing PMS or if they are just being especially moody.
19:00 – Luwlwa shares that many of the symptoms of PMS can be caused by the drop in blood sugar that occurs with the fluctuation of progesterone in the week leading up to a woman’s period. Just as when they are otherwise “hangry”, this can be amended by eating smaller and more frequent meals to regulate the blood sugar.
21:01 – This backs up the claim that women crave chocolate when they are PMSing – this is caused by blood sugar drops and drops in serotonin. Meg says that this is why women crave carbs.
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1:48 – The Kuwait Scorpions rugby team started in 1946 as a way for British oilfield workers to compete against British military officers.
2:40 – Our guests today are Aziz, the chairman of the Scorpions Rugby Club, and Hussein, the manager of the Rugby Club. They both play and work for the team administratively.
3:10 – Kuwait paved the way for the establishment of the GCC, which now includes teams in the UAE, Bahrain, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and Dubai. Understandably, there are some logistical challenges in traveling from country to country to compete, but these teams are all a part of Asia Rugby and compete frequently.
5:17 – Since the tradition of playing rugby in Kuwait began with engineers and workers playing against the military, there are still occasional games against British and American military teams.
6:37 – Mahdi compares Kuwait rugby to Kuwait baseball in that they were both trailblazers that have been slow to develop.
6:48 – The Scorpions’ organization has programs for children ages 3 and up, adult teams for competition, and veteran teams for ages 35+. The majority of those on the competitive teams are in their 20s or 30s, and the organization is known to represent all nationalities due to the high expat population.
10:51 – The rugby club aims to teach the game to different age groups of different experience levels, but since Kuwait is often a transitional place, it is difficult to recruit players who will stick around to grow with the team.
14:22 – The Kuwait Oil Company recently upgraded the rugby pitch with artificial turf and created a high-quality facility for the Scorpions’ use, which has enhanced the atmosphere. There are shops and restaurants in the area, so rugby has become a family-friendly activity.
18:32 – Liam talks about his experience playing rugby in England.
20:06 – The Scorpions have Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram accounts as well as a website, and they have noticed that most Kuwaitis engage with them on Instagram most. Since they are an amateur team, they do not have a budget for advertising, so social media is their primary promotion source.
22:57 – The female Scorpions rugby team practices from 5-7pm on Mondays and the men practice from 7-9pm on Mondays and Wednesdays. During the preseason, they focus on fitness by doing HIIT workouts, and once the season starts in September, they shift to working on their skills through body weight and anaerobic exercises. They have also been using Titan sensor GPS trackers that allow them to train for peak performance.
26:30 – They would like to acquire a scrum machine and some sleds, but there is not currently a budget for those types of things. Hopefully, they will be able to have someone in Kuwait make one rather than having to import. The KOC might have some budget opening up for the team in the future.
30:45 – In March, the KOC is hosting a sports day with rugby, CrossFit, hockey, and soccer, as well as vendors to encourage the community to get active. Liam chimes in that this is going to be a great event and he hopes that the ministries will continue to pursue sponsoring events like this.
32:48 – Mahdi and Liam talk about the importance to the community of kids getting more active and being involved in sports.
33:48 – The rugby club is working on creating more programs that will encourage people to learn more about rugby and use it as a way to get active. They are currently hosting a flag rugby league that will have its final matches during the March Sports Festival.
36:50 – Aziz and Hussein talk about the difficulty they have had finding venues for mixed sports and finding competition for the female team except for when Kuwait
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On this episode of the Project Kuwait podcast, Mahdi, Meg, and Liam are honored to interview Faye Sultan, a Kuwaiti Olympic swimmer in the 2012 and 2016 Games. Faye shares with listeners about her journey as a swimmer and the importance of being involved in athletics and studies in a good balance. She is an advocate for female athletes and she wants to see more people in Kuwait be active.
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1:39 – Faye describes her journey towards becoming an Olympic swimmer. She started swimming competitively at age 8 (when her parents had to bribe her with Kit Kats) and she joined Elite Swim Team a couple of years later. On this team, she was introduced to reliable and established workouts which propelled her to the next level.
4:48 – She really had a proclivity towards the water, but at times it was a love/hate relationship.
5:37 – Meg talks about her own experience with beginning swimming at age 5 and having to choose to commit to swimming over other sports at age 12. What stands out to her looking back is the incredible time commitment that swimming required.
6:18 – Faye went to the States for college, where her swimming experience was very different than her time in Kuwait. Because of the remoteness of her college, she was able to focus entirely on being a student athlete.
7:44 – Faye provides some background on her family and asserts that swimming was more grueling than the tennis and basketball that her brothers chose to pursue. She typically trained from 5:00-6:45am, went to school, and was back in the pool by 2:30pm for another training session before going to bed at 8:00pm and starting all over. She credits the support of her family for her success and ability to train as much as she could.
11:13 – Meg brings up the difficulty finding other girls to compete against.
11:36 – Faye acknowledges that she did suffer from a lack of competition until she went to college.
13:04 – Mahdi asks Faye how she dealt with negative feedback and backlash to her competitiveness.
13:29 – Faye says that most people were supportive, but she just didn’t pay attention to those who weren’t.
14:33 – Faye talks about leading the way for female athletes with humility and building awareness about female athletes in general.
15:43 – Faye describes the lack of funding from the government or other sources until she was on the Olympic team. Her parents solely funded her training for the years leading up to then.
16:40 – Mahdi says that even though there is so much raw talent in Kuwait, many parents make their children focus on school over sports, so very few make it to elite levels of competition.
17:49 – Faye asserts that sports can save kids’ lives. There are so many applicable lessons learned through athletics, and it teaches kids about the importance of commitment and balance.
18:27 – Meg and Faye describe the lessons learned including discipline and working hard towards goals.
20:02 – Faye outlines common injuries that can occur during competitive swimming, even though it is not an impact sport. She advocates for plenty of warming up and stretching before a workout and then consistently using ice after a swim. She also says that athletes should be smart and know their bodies, not pushing too hard but also continuing to work out unaffected areas even when they’ve sustained an injury.
22:27 – Liam asks about Faye’s workout routine and if she ever works out in a gym. Faye typically worked out with weights 3 times per week and did dry land workouts 2 times per week in college.
24:40 – In college, Faye did 2 workouts per day that were 2-2.5 hours each, and in Kuwait she did 2 workouts of 1.5-2 hours per d
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Liam and Mahdi have been let loose in the studio to discuss whatever is on their minds during this episode of the Project Kuwait podcast, and they cover a lot of ground! From traffic to testosterone to turmeric to trainers, you do not want to miss a minute of this riveting action.
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1:30 – Liam and Mahdi talk about traffic in Kuwait and the tendency of bikers to not pay attention or ride recklessly.
4:45 – Mahdi says that he has always been told “run at night, wear something bright”, so he tries to stick to that rule.
5:20 – Liam talks about a trend he is seeing for older generations to go to the Avenues to walk around, eat, and shop. Mahdi says that anyone can enhance their normal walking with extra movement like air squats.
6:56 – Mahdi brings up a study that says that deadlifts increase testosterone and hormone levels. He talks about his own experience feeling great and energized after deadlifts, and Liam discusses the reasoning behind those feelings: peak muscle contraction which is achieved by lifting heavy weights using big muscle groups.
11:53 – They transition to talking about strongman competitions, which Liam and Mahdi both watched growing up, and Liam introduces the benefits of this kind of training for anyone. One example is carrying as many shopping bags from the car to the house as possible.
16:35 – Mahdi talks about some specific strongman exercises that are beneficial and strengthen your forearms, such as farmer’s carry, sled pull, and the sandbag walk. These techniques push your muscles to their limits.
21:00 – Liam says that when he doesn’t know what to do during a workout, he reverts back to strongman exercises that he used to do in rugby training. Mahdi mentions the log press machine, and they discuss why it works so well.
25:24 – Mahdi talks about the fear that people have that they will get hurt doing strongman, and Liam says that it is uncomfortable for people who aren’t used to it. But they both agree that it is beneficial for people to do and encourage people to watch the documentary about Eddie Hall.
28:21 – Most people will lose weight and put on muscle doing strongman exercises, but actually being a strongman athlete is not biologically sustainable.
29:52 – Mahdi and Liam commit to posting themselves doing a strongman workout on the Project Kuwait Instagram.
30:53 – Mahdi and Liam talk about the celery juice detox fad that is going around. Ultimately, they think that it is not worth the hype and that you would be healthier by maintaining a healthy lifestyle than by relying on a glass of celery juice in the morning.
36:19 – They admit that there are natural ingredients that are helpful remedies from time to time, such as garlic, ginger, turmeric, and cinnamon, but they are not all you need to be healthy.
39:06 – Next, Mahdi and Liam discuss calorie restriction, which is an easy way to quickly lose weight, but it could be detrimental to your body in the long run. Liam reminds listeners to stay away from extremes and just enjoy a healthy lifestyle.
42:25 – Liam brings up the topic of the importance and impact of having a personal coach or trainer. By meeting with someone regularly, they will get to know your rhythms, strengths, and weaknesses, and know how to motivate you to do more. Personal trainers are really unofficial therapists, and it is important that they are in a good place to help others and commit their time and energy to their clients.
47:42 – Mahdi and Liam emphasize that the personal trainer system is very helpful to the individuals and the community involved, perhaps even forming unofficial accountability partnerships.
50:18 – They discuss th
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On this episode of The Project Kuwait podcast, Meg and Mahdi are joined by Hala Mahrous, a thyroid cancer survivor who came on to tell her story. She discusses her symptoms, her interactions with doctors along the way to her diagnosis, and her workouts before and after her surgeries.
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2:21 – Hala, a thyroid cancer survivor, describes her symptoms and the timeline of her diagnosis: she felt something weird in her throat but assumed it was nothing so she didn’t do anything until several months later when her aunt saw her from across the room and asked what was wrong with her neck. She went to an ENT who did an ultrasound and sent her to Kuwait Cancer Center to have a biopsy done. That very day, she went straight back to work where she is a behavior therapist for kids with special needs because she still assumed that everything was alright.
8:00 – When she got the results of her biopsy, the doctors were not sure what it was, but they recommended that it be removed so they could determine if it was cancerous. It turned out to be a 4.5 cm tumor.
10:52 – Before the operation, Hala did enough research to know that she wanted the doctor to remove her whole thyroid to avoid the chance of cancer returning if they only removed half of it. After the operation, she learned that the doctor had only removed half of her thyroid and she was not happy because she knew they would probably have to do another surgery to remove the other half.
16:45 – After this first operation, Hala posted on Instagram about her situation, her frustrations, and her worries for the future, and she received a lot of encouragement and support. She was surprised to learn that her doctor has seen an influx in young Kuwaitis developing thyroid cancer, and he thinks it is due to their presence in the country during the Gulf War.
20:15 – Meg explains that the thyroid controls everything in the body in terms of metabolism and its effects. Before her diagnosis, Hala was training twice a day to try to lose weight and not seeing any results, and it was likely because of the issues with her tyroid.
22:21 – Hala was sent to a consultant after her first surgery, who confirmed that the tumor was cancerous and that the other half of her thyroid should be removed.
23:36 – Hala’s first surgery was in February, and her second was in September. She is now focused on just being healthy when she works out.
25:55 – After her second surgery, Hala had to take radioactive iodine to kill any remaining thyroid and cancer hormones. She had to go on a low sodium diet for 3 weeks and avoid meat. After taking the iodine, she was not allowed to be close to anyone – friends or family – for 2 weeks, and she couldn’t go to work because of the adverse effects it could have on those around her.
31:33 – The final step in her journey was a full body scan to confirm that all of the cancer was gone.
32:50 – Many people told Hala that thyroid cancer is “the best kind of cancer to have”, and Hala, Meg, and Mahdi discuss the insensitivity of that statement.
34:00 – Hala describes her husband’s journey of supporting her so soon after losing his own father to cancer.
37:45 – Meg talks about the benefit of allowing yourself to feel and release your emotions during the cancer journey, as she has walked this road with her mom this year.
40:30 – Hala was unable to work out for a month after her final surgery because of the healing of her wound. She still hates working out, but she knows that she needs to do it for her health, and she does enjoy pilates and yoga. She thinks that even having a light workout is good for her psychological health and it helped her recover faster after her su
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Mahdi’s guest on this episode of the Project Kuwait podcast is Jennifer Allen, a physiotherapist who has relocated to Kuwait from Canada. Jen discusses with us the importance of physiotherapy and its far-reaching impacts on the body. She and Mahdi also talk about the biggest differences that she has noticed in her Kuwaiti clients from those she has served in other countries.
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1:10 – Jennifer Allen is a physiotherapist from Canada who has been in Kuwait for about a year. She has previously worked in Mexico and Nepal as well, and she started out as a physical therapist. As a PT, she felt that she was not able to help her clients as much as she would like to because she wasn’t knowledgeable about biomechanics.
4:17 – Mahdi interjects that biomechanics means that you can alter movements based on the person’s abilities.
4:45 – Jen describes the two schools of thought on physiotherapy: (1) the goal should always be a neutral spine, and (2) if it isn’t broken, don’t fix it.
5:47 – Mahdi mentions that his shoulders are completely different because of playing baseball.
7:05 – Jen says that Kuwaitis tend to be hyper-flexible compared to people from the other countries where she has worked. Being hyper-flexible and also relatively inactive as many Kuwaitis are can lead to collapsed foot arches and all of this can necessitate specific stretching.
9:55 – Mahdi clarifies that collapsed arches means that people are knock-kneed. He also advocates for the benefits of physiotherapists because they actually physically observe the body through movements.
12:16 – Jen says that the best way to exercise while being hyper-flexible is by focusing on remaining within a normal range of motion.
13:00 – Jen touches on the differences in body composition between Canadians and Kuwaitis who have less muscle mass and more fat due to inactivity and the lack of infrastructure for walking.
15:05 – Jen’s most memorable quote of the podcast is “motion is lotion”, which means that the joints are nourished by the body moving.
16:19 – Mahdi talks about his cousin, who he referred to Jen for assessment.
17:28 – Jen explains the public healthcare system of Canada and the long waitlists and other restrictions involved in getting imaging done there. Whereas in Kuwait and other countries, there are business interests that encourage the frequent ordering of tests and imaging. This could cause doctors to treat the imaging results rather than the root cause or symptoms of the person.
19:54 – Mahdi says that many people try to stay away from x-rays and similar tests because of the exposure to radiation.
20:39 – Jen clarifies that pain and imaging are not related, but that some people have seen their pain increase or subside simply based on the results of their imaging.
22:10 – Mahdi gives his experience after tearing his labrum and how his friend had a different experience with a different result.
23:06 – Jen talks about the research behind rehab vs. surgery outcomes and the doctor’s proclivity towards surgery if they are going to be financially compensated.
24:28 – Mahdi chimes in about a recent study that stated that 70% of meniscal tear surgeries were, in fact, unnecessary.
25:58 – Jen says that the most common injuries that she sees in Kuwait are neck and back pain due to inactivity.
27:40 – Jen continues by saying that neck and back pain can be caused by a combination of pressure on the discs and ligaments and the lack of loading which causes atrophy.
29:00 – Mahdi talks about people trying to overcompensate in their workouts, but this is only effective if you have the right trainer.
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In this episode, Mahdi and Liam sit down with Dane Lynch and discuss the importance of proper movement patterns. Learning how to move and control your body is an important lesson that carries over into everyday life, athlete or average Joe.
0:31 Dane introduces himself and talks about his background in CrossFit and gymnastics.
3:58 Dane discusses one of the biggest movement pattern flaws. Every body is different and moves differently, therefore there is no one way to perform a specific movement. Body types and injuries are just some of the things that need to be taken into consideration.
10:09 A debate over machines versus body weight movements. Dane stresses that machines do not help with the overall stabalization of the body.
13:03 Dane discusses new research on hanging therapy and how it has been shown to open up range of motion.
17:45 Dane dives into his gymnastics rehab after spraining his ankle.
19:03 Mahdi brings up how he incorporated body weight movement while coaching baseball.
19:42 Dane discusses his experience coaching kids. Children haven’t built up imbalances yet and so it is important to reinforce proper movement patterns. He states that the old theory that lifting with damage growth plates has been disproven.
28:27 The discussion moves to kids gyms in Kuwait.
36:38 On the topic of nutrition, Dane mentions his experience with the ketogenic diet.
37:36 Dane, Mahdi, and Liam discuss the workout in the Flare Fitness Festival.
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Mahdi’s guest on this episode of the Project Kuwait podcast is Coach “Fit Marky”. Mark quit his office job to pursue his dream of being a personal trainer and coach, and he has done very well for himself. After several years of working for a big box gym, he took the leap to start his own facility and he is working hard to make that happen. He shares with us his insights about the industry and the way he has found a good balance between work time and family time.
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1:41 – Mahdi introduces Coach Mark.
3:21 – Mark talks about why he does what he does.
4:04 – It all started in 2005 when Mark moved to Kuwait. He had never considered being a trainer before.
5:18 – After he quit smoking, he realized how much his body was capable of, and he started reading articles about fitness. He quit his office job to pursue a career in personal training and coaching.
8:12 – Mahdi and Mark talk about feeling great leading your to being great. Your mind will follow your body.
9:21 – Mark discusses the uselessness of trying to make your body look a certain way. It is not sustainable for everyone because everyone is different.
10:07 – After Mark quit is office job, he sent his CV to all of the local gyms and offered his training services for free for a month, and he ended up getting a job at a big box gym quickly.
11:20 – Shortly after Mark started this first gig, he met Mahdi, who was impressed by his passion and extensive knowledge of training.
14:00 – Mark learned how to coach his clients through trial and error and by doing endless reps.
15:58 – Coach Mark has never been involved with steroids because of his own ethical convictions.
17:00 – Mark was focused on learning all that he could about training and nutrition to help his clients.
19:00 – He had a chance to go into managing all of the other coaches at his gym, but he instead decided to keep his current position and begin taking some online training courses to better himself.
22:51 – Mark says that the main challenge with being a trainer at a big box gym is keeping up with the hours required of him. He had to reach certain quotas in order to qualify for his commission payments, which often caused him to work 12 hour days.
25:45 – He made up his mind to just accept what the gym wanted to give him and be the best coach he could be.
28:58 – Coach Mark reached his breaking point when, after taking a few days off to focus on training himself for a triathlon, his gym bumped down his pay grade. At the same time, he had started reading more from Jon Goodman and decided to go through the online training course.
31:00 – With his new online platform, he realized that he could do this on his own, so he started renting a studio to train his clients. He noticed a huge difference in his overall wellbeing.
33:05 – Mark talks about the differences between high-end and low-end personal training clientele, and he sees himself in the middle-tier right now.
37:00 – Mark says that he found true freedom in scheduling his own time and focusing on the “personal” aspect of personal training, catering his coaching to the client’s preferred modality.
40:40 – Mark talks about the challenges of being a dad in Kuwait and the fact that his new work structure provides him with more needed time with his wife and kids.
43:12 – Mark is currently working on starting his own facility with a partner in 2020, so he is learning how to market himself and getting all of the details in place. He is also going to Dubai in 2019 to do an assessment course that will help him coach the coaches.
46:13 – He is excited about the future and the prospect of changing his c
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On this episode of the Project Kuwait podcast, Mahdi and Liam are joined by Lulwa Alarmali, “The Functional Nutritionist.” Lulwa shares abundant insights into the impacts of food on the physiology of the body as well as gut health and inflammation. If you have ever wondered if what you are eating is beneficial for you, this episode is for you!
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0:46 – Lulwa introduces herself and gives her background.
1:30 – Lulwa explains that a certain amount of protein jumpstarts muscle protein synthesis, so she has been testing out eating a high-protein breakfast.
2:10 – Mahdi says that body builders in the 1980s used to subscribe to the same logic.
2:40 – Lulwa is doing a 4-week intervention training program. She says that cholesterol is controversial for some people, but it is really just a precursor to sex hormones.
3:32 – Liam has been eating 8 eggs for breakfast and he has been noticing a big difference in his energy throughout the day.
5:36 – Lulwa says that if you cover the basics, you should be set: manage your stress, get enough sleep, and eat well.
6:24 – Mahdi shares his experience with getting plenty of sleep and being able to build muscle.
6:50 – Lulwa is intrigued by the way the body works and how nutrition can affect physiology. She talks about nutriceuticals which are supplements that can create a certain response in the body.
8:53 – Lulwa says that there is a bit of controversy in Kuwait about what works because so many things depend on the person. For people with good insulin sensitivity, carbs are no problem, but people with insulin resistance are not able to appropriately process carbs.
10:19 – Liam talks about the need for carbs when doing HIIT, sprints, and dead lifts.
10:49 – Lulwa clarifies that people can’t do “all or nothing” when it comes to manipulating glycogen stores. Even supplements depend on the person because two people could have the same symptoms with different root problems.
13:34 – Lulwa says that as a functional nutritionist, she can consider how the body works, different stimuli, and genetics for each person before advising them about what to do.
14:25 – Lulwa talks about the two different phases of detoxification: (1) taking toxins into reactive intermediate and (2) taking intermediates into a form that is excretable by the body. Some detox regimens don’t combine both phases and can be harmful.
16:52 – Lulwa explains that most nutritionists do not know how to do detox the right way because they don’t understand why the toxins are present. It is best to remove exposure to the toxins and look for someone knowledgeable to help you.
18:53 – Lulwa says that many people are afraid of metabolic damage, but it really only occurs during times of prolonged caloric restriction that damage the thyroid. A great way to ensure this doesn’t happen is by tracking what you eat.
22:49 – Lulwa talks about food being beneficial or detrimental rather than “good or bad.” Processed foods have already done the work of breaking down the nutrients for you, which is detrimental.
24:46 – Lulwa and Mahdi discuss the concepts of over-exercise and under-recovery. Lulwa says that if you do not fuel and rest well after a workout, you could put additional physiological stress on the body that can inhibit the functioning of the thyroid which will cause metabolic damage.
26:43 – Mahdi talks about certain fitness modalities that focus on 30-minute cardio sessions. This type of workout is not sustainable, and when you stop, you must then adjust your eating habits.
28:12 – Lulwa again emphasizes sticking to the basics and avoiding a negative energy balance.
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On this episode of the Project Kuwait podcast, Mahdi, Liam, and Meg discuss the controversial topic of the use of performance enhancing drugs in elite sports. Though professional athletes like Mark McGuire, Barry Bonds, and Lance Armstrong have been doping for a long time, it seems like the desire of normal people to be able to compete at higher levels of performance such as CrossFit has brought the issue closer to home. The consensus in the group is that it is not fair for elite athletes who are juicing to compete against normal athletes who are not, but does that mean that everyone who wants to compete at the highest level of competition should be allowed to use performance enhancing drugs like HGH?
Mahdi thinks that it is up to the athlete to decide if they want to use them and talk with a doctor about getting certain preliminary tests done before starting a cycle. It is then up to them to do the right thing for their body by cycling off appropriately. As someone who has used steroids in the past to improve his strength and performance, Mahdi can speak to the psychological implications of cycling off and seeing the drastic differences in your body’s capabilities. At a certain level of competition, he says, athletes should be able to do whatever they want in order to achieve their goals and give the spectators what they want.
Liam takes a bit of a different thought process on the subject, wondering if athletes who have been known to dope can ever be considered “clean” in future competitions. Also, can athletes who use performance enhancing drugs truly say that they accomplished something, or is their success attributed to the drugs?
Another thing to consider is the athlete whose only escape from tough life circumstances is by excelling at their sport. Should they give themselves every advantage to be the best? Is the short-term success and recognition worth the long-term costs of longevity and quality of life? This balance of risk vs. reward is a difficult one to find and navigate.
Time stamps:
1:45 – Mahdi says that if you want to take drugs, that is your prerogative.
3:10 – Mahdi mentions that people want to watch athletes excel in elite sports.
3:55 – Liam and Mahdi discuss the MLB suspension policy of 80 games.
5:13 – Liam wonders if after an athlete returns from a suspension due to drugs they can then be considered “clean.”
6:14 – Liam and Mahdi talk about the competition between the Russians and Americans even when it comes to doping.
7:45 – Liam again asks if athletes can be considered “clean” if their levels are currently normal but they have used steroids before.
9:51 – Liam acknowledges that after cycling off, athletes will have lost any gains they had made, but they still might have an advantage.
11:04 – Liam wonders if any muscle built up while juicing can last after the athletes has gone off the drugs.
11:58 – Mahdi talks about his experience taking Winstrol in his 20’s and the negative mental impacts of the reduction in his own power and strength when he cycled off.
13:11 – Mahdi discusses the unrealistic expectations that Instagram has set up for men and women.
13:58 – Liam brings up the point that just because all athletes in a competition pass a drug test doesn’t mean that this is a fair measurement of their strength.
14:40 – Meg talks about how athletes can “game the system” by juicing during training but stopping just in time to pass the drug test for the competition.
14:56 – Mahdi outlines the latest drug policy infractions in elite CrossFit and the punishments the athletes received.
16:37 – Mahdi mentions that spectators want to watch the MLB, NFL, and CrossFit ath
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Episode 16: Asmaa Belrhiti - Proud Mom Diaries
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Asmaa Belrhiti is the proud mother of two children with special needs. She’s created Proud Mom Diaries as a platform to educate the world about children with special needs. She offers support and resources for parents, teachers, and caregivers. She openly shares her children’s success stories and struggles in living with Down Syndrome and Autism. In this discussion she emphasizes the importance of physical activity and nutrition not only from a caregiver perspective but for children living with special needs.
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Hosted by: Meg Guthmiller, Mahdi Aloun, Liam Glynn
Guest: Asmaa Belrhiti
Tags: Nutrition, Health, Wellness, Fitness, Sport, Special Needs, Autism, Down’s Syndrome, ABA Therapy, Kuwait
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Summary:
The topic of this episode of the Project Kuwait podcast is reviewing 2018’s fitness trends, looking ahead to 2019, and working out at a gym 101. Mahdi and Liam share from their own experiences and bring in the advice of industry experts to provide listeners with a helpful and informational program.
Time stamps:
1:12 – Mahdi talks about the predictions that 2019 will be a bear market and boot camp classes will continue to be popular as they were during the recession.
1:56 – Liam discusses his experience in that boot camp emergence. People were looking for cheaper and more group-oriented fitness experiences in low input areas like parks, which meant fewer consumers in traditional gyms.
4:24 – Mahdi predicts that the DIY workout method will gain traction during 2019 through the use of apps and online coaching, which are already popular in the States and Europe.
5:25 – Liam talks about his experience as an online trainer and the benefits to the consumer.
7:18 – Mahdi asks about options for people who can’t afford a personal trainer.
7:45 – Liam says that you get what you pay for, but there are ways to increase your strength and encourage a healthy lifestyle through apps and watching experts’ videos on YouTube.
10:48 – Mahdi recommends checking out Jeff Cavaliere’s YouTube videos for reference and to potentially create your own free program.
11:31 – Liam suggests that you can find good resources if you just Google what specific workouts you are looking for.
11:48 – Mahdi emphasizes that you should always listen for indications that the person understands and explains the anatomy of what is going on with your body during their workout.
12:08 – Liam agrees that you should research to find the right people to follow because they should know the “why” and the “how” of the movements they use.
15:17 – Liam talks about the importance of accessory movements and reiterates that you will find the money to invest in what is important to you.
16:35 – Mahdi says that he started out with the cheap and cookie-cutter workout methods before he started to progress more seriously.
17:45 – Liam discusses the importance of having someone else watch your movements and give you free advice to help you along the way.
20:22 – Mahdi predicts that even though more people might begin using virtual trainers, true personal training will never go away.
20:55 – Liam talks about the additional benefits of in-person trainers.
22:18 – Mahdi reads the list of the Top Fitness Trends of 2018 which incites a discussion with Liam about the pros and cons of HIIT (high intensity interval training).
25:00 – Mahdi and Liam agree that HIIT isn’t CrossFit and CrossFit isn’t HIIT and then they talk about how HIIT has progressed.
30:08 – Mahdi talks about his experience programming HIIT for a friend.
31:31 – Liam says that people should do HIIT, but that shouldn’t be all they do to achieve their results. This is easily achieved by having an intelligent trainers to program your workouts for you.
33:19 – Liam talks about his recent experience training in China, which included intentional resting time. Everyone’s “intensity” is different, so it is hard to classify something as HIIT without context on the person.
35:45 – Mahdi recalls how far things such as heart rate monitoring have come just in the past few years.
36:15 – Liam admits that trainers get it wrong sometimes because a lot depends on the mental capacity of the athlete and their perceptions of their abilities.
37:52 – Mahdi says that having a strong foundation in conditioning is crucial to being able to keep up with your goals and your trainer’s
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Rob Schillaci is the fittest man in Kuwait! We discuss the difference between CrossFit as a training method for competition vs general health and wellness. Rob offers support to those who are looking to improve their health but may be intimidated by what has been popularized as CrossFit. We discuss the method behind the madness of CrossFit programming and how to spot great CrossFit coaches and gyms.
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Hosted by: Meg Guthmiller, Mahdi Aloun, Liam Glynn
Guest: Rob Schillaci @schillaci_3
Tags: CrossFit, Health, Wellness, Fitness, Kuwait, Sport
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Episode 14: Haya Al Sharhan - MomFit
If you’re a woman or have a woman in your life don’t miss this episode! Haya Al Sharhan teaches you to discover your potential in health and life through fitness. Find out how she’s gone from no fitness to being the first Kuwaiti woman to compete as an individual in the 2013 Reebok CrossFit Games Asia Regional. After going through two emergency C-Sections she’s created the program “MomFit” to support and educate women in the pregnancy and postpartum recovery process.
Haya is a crossfit level-2 trainer coaching at CrossFit Q8. She is also a Pregnancy and Postpartum Athleticism coach.
Instagram: @haya_cfq8
Gym: @crossfitq8
Website: www.crossfitq8.com/blog
Program discussed in episode: The MomFit Program is a postpartum rehab/rebuilding plan to help get moms back into fitness after pregnancy. For details or to sign up email haya@crossfitq8.com or contact her via Instagram.
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Hosted by: Meg Guthmiller, Mahdi Aloun, Liam Glynn
Guest: Haya Al Sharhan
Tags: CrossFitQ8, CrossFit, Kuwait, Fitness, PostPartum, Pregnancy, Mom, Baby, Health, Wellness
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Fawzia Sultan Healthcare Network (@fshn_kw)
FSHN held their annual Run Kuwait event, aimed at raising awareness and funds for children with special needs. With more than 2900 participants, this event was able to fund 1000 pro-bono treatment sessions.
CrossFit Q8 (@crossfitq8)
Coach Albaqsami (@q8trainer) and Mohammed Al-Saqer (@bodarwish) held a seminar at Crossfit Q8. During the event, the two talked about how to improve overall fitness through goal setting and proper nutrition
Dubai CrossFit Championship (@dxbfitnesschamp)
The first CrossFit sanctioned event took place this weekend, giving Matt Fraser, Samantha Briggs, and team Invictus the first tickets to the CrossFit Games.
Baseball Shoutout
Fahad Al-Zaid, an incredible 16 year old athlete hit 4 home runs in one weekened! The Project Kuwait would just like to highlight one of the up and coming stars of the region!
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Episode 13: Diabetes in Kuwait PT. 2
Dr. Neil Coffee is the strategic analyst of research into Diabetes prevalence in world nations. He joins us today to discuss what is personal responsibility and government policy when it comes to Diabetes prevention and where the two areas of leadership meet. Learn what you can do to protect the health of you and your loved ones while Kuwait’s Dasman Diabetes Institute embarks on a plan focused at prevention rather than management of the Diabetes epidemic.
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Guest: Dr. Neil Coffee
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Kuwait’s Silent Killer: Diabetes PT. 1
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The international Diabetes Federation reports that 38.7 million people are living with Diabetes in the Middle East and North Africa Region. Kuwait ranks 7th worldwide for those living with Type II Diabetes. Today’s guest Dr. Saad Alsharah from Dasman Diabetes Institute helps us understand how geo spatial research can improve these statistics and the quality of life of those living with Diabetes.
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Resources / Tags: Dasman Diabetes Institute, Kuwait Times, International Diabetes Federation, Diabesity, Lost and Found Wellness, The Project Training System, Mahdi Aloun
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The Burrow Gym celebrated it’s 3rd birthday with a community event at The Boulevard, highlighting their most popular classes of Spinning, Pilates, and Bootcamp. The Burrow is a fitness facility with classes and personal training for a variety of fitness activities like CrossFit, Boxing, Muay Thai, Physiotherapy, and yoga. They added a special obstacle course to the event giving participants a chance to test their fitness in a creative capacity.
Flare Fitness held a CrossFit style Throwdown for teams of two on (date). Flare Fitness is a CrossFit gym with both male and female facilities in Kuwait. The event ended with two teams battling it out on the assault bikes until the last second!. Flare does a great job of providing community driven and competitive events throughout the year. They are getting ready for their main event this January for the fifth year in a row. The Flare Fitness Festival is an event with FIVE divisions!
- One division for Individual and team competition of University students
- A division for the public challenging males in both individual and team formats
- Their obstacle course - The Hindrance Race includes two divisions: one for kids, and one for adults.
- Finally they have the Market division which is made up of 50 business from around the city for a 2 day Expo
check out their page in our show notes for more details on participation, spectating, and celebrate health in Kuwait!
Fawzia Sultan school events
Over 9,000 people participated in the 24th annual NBK Walkathon last Saturday (Dec. 8). NBK hosts the walkathon event as a way to encourage and show support for healthy living initiatives. The walk took place from Green Island to Shuwaikh Beach for a total of 11km which is about 14,000 steps! The event also included a competition for people with special needs and a racing category for those over the age of 60 which goes to show how inclusive and vital movement is for all members of our community. Thank you NBK for hosting an inclusive event! If any of you participated shoot us a message and let us know how you liked it! In case you missed it, give the walk route a try and let us know how many steps you collect along the way!
Outside of Kuwait and in the GCC region we have the Dubai CrossFit Championships, formerly known as the Dubai Fitness Championships! The Dubai CrossFit Championship is a four-day CrossFit sanctioned competition taking place now through Saturday. These sanctioned events by Cros
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Episode 11: Spartan Race Review (DXB,Oman and Kuwait)
Mahdi and Meg share their Spartan Race experiences from Sprint (5k) to Super (14k) distances and from USA to the GCC and Spain! Looking to test your fitness in a Spartan Race? Find out some great training tips and race day nutrition strategies to help you perform your best!
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Hosted by: Meg Guthmiller, Mahdi Aloun
Tags: Spartan Race, Obstacle Race, Fitness, Wellness, Health, Kuwait
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The information in this Podcast is not meant to diagnose or replace medical advice from your physician. It is meant to open communication between you, your body, and your health care teams. The Project aims to provoke curiosity of your body and behaviors to give you more insight on your health and wellness.
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Episode 10: Surviving the Holidays
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The holiday can be tough on your health and fitness goals. In this episode we offer up some of our tips for surviving the holidays without losing focus and still be able to enjoy the food, company, and traditions. We’ll also get into the hype of New Year’s Resolutions and how we like to attack our goals!
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Hosted by: Meg Guthmiller, Mahdi Aloun, Liam Glynn
Tags: Kuwait, Goals, Travel, Entrepreneur, Wellness, Meditation, Affirmations
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Kommunity is a collaborative workspace and social movement, where professionals, emerging talents, thinkers, and activists come together to exchange ideas and collaborate. Kommunity was the location of the first podcast for The Project and the space we’ve collaborated with many guests. Today’s episode is a candid conversation between Meg and Fala Al Othman, one of the beautiful minds behind Kommunity.
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Hosted by: Meg Guthmiller
Guest: Fala Al Othman
Resources / Tags: Kommunity.kw,
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Who are Meg, Liam, and Mahdi? Learn how each of us got into the health and fitness industry, what we enjoy about helping people, and what brought us to Kuwait. You’ll learn the health and wellness struggles and success we’ve gone through and how those experiences qualify us to help you become your best coach.
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Hosted by: Meg Guthmiller, Liam Glynn, Mahdi Aloun
Resources / Tags: Lost and Found Wellness, The Project Training System, Mahdi Aloun
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Don’t let a six pack or shredded physique trick you into thinking someone is a good coach. Find out what questions you should always ask before hiring a coach. We’ll help you pick out things to look for in their training regimen what added benefits you could expect in a session. With all this we’ll help you learn how to spot a slacker and avoid wasting your money! Meg and Mahdi debate the comparison of a trainer to a “shrink” and how mentally involved your physical coach needs to be with you. Walk away with some great perspectives on goal setting, progressions, and stress effects you need to discuss with your coach.
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Hosted by: Meg Guthmiller, Liam Glynn, Mahdi Aloun
Resources / Tags: Lost and Found Wellness, The Project Training System, Mahdi Aloun, Coaching, sports, Kuwiat
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Stress presents itself in many ways. Some types are easier to control while others are not. In today’s episode we’ll cover digestive, physical, emotional, chemical, and environmental stress loads and what that means for your hormones, recovery, and weight management. In a fast pace 21st century it’s hard to avoid stress but there are many ways to cope with it. Check out today’s episode to find out how!
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Hosted by: Meg Guthmiller, Mahdi Aloun
Resources / Tags: Take 5 Stress Guide, Lost and Found Wellness, The Project Training System, Mahdi Aloun
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Learn the history of Kuwait's premier fitness festival the Battle of the East , the CPCF Battle & Saracen Race, from a former event organizer. We’ll hear perspectives from athletes, volunteers, and fans on the event’s organization, programming, and spectator highlights. Find out how the development of athletes in the GCC region has been influenced by this event PLUS the empowering increase of female participation.
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Hosted by: Meg Guthmiller, Liam Glynn, Mahdi Aloun
Resources / Tags: CPCF Battle, East vs West Battle Overview, Circuit+, Green Island, Lost and Found Wellness, The Project Training System, Mahdi Aloun, Kuwait, The Battle of the East, The Battle | Athlete Games 2018 Online Qualifiers | Competition Corner
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How do you define a great body? In any definition we’ll cover movements from warm up to cool down that every body needs. Plus we consider why 1-2 hours of intensity in the gym is not enough to reverse 9-10 hours of sitting in your car, office, or home. Get in on the debate of bench press vs overhead press and what gut health and self-respect have to do with developing a great body.
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Resources / Tags: Lost and Found Wellness, The Project Training System, Mahdi Aloun, compound movements, Kuwait
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Is there a difference between motivation and inspiration? Join us for a discussion on a few common myths surrounding healthy habits.
Lie #1: You have to be inspired to do healthy habits.
Life #2 You should always feel motivated to do them.
Lie #3 Your coach and experts are always motivated to do them.
By the end of this episode you’ll be able to clearly identify what you need to put in place to get things done, what needs to happen for you to be effective, and why “not enough time” isn’t the problem you think it is.
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Resources / Tags: Precision Nutrition, Lost and Found Wellness, The Project Training System, Mahdi Aloun, health, fitness, workout, Kuwait
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What feels like a diet to you? Whether you prefer keto, paleo, plant based, or low carb diets we’ll discuss the problems with most fad diets, why they don’t work, and what you can do instead. We bust myths on fat, sugar, and detox methods. If you’ve ever lost weight from a diet only to gain it back, you’ll want to listen to us discuss the metabolic, neurological, and hormonal changes that lead you to cravings, binges, and gaining weight after a diet.
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Hosted by: Meg Guthmiller, Liam Glynn, Mahdi Aloun
Resources / Tags: Keto Diet & Carb Cycling, Secrets From The Eating Lab, Dr. Trai Mann, The Biggest Loser Study, Broken Brain Series, Lost and Found Wellness, The Project Training System, Mahdi Aloun
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Meet Meg, Mahdi, and Liam! We’ve come together for our first Podcast Project. With CrossFit being a common link between us we’ve dedicated our first episode to the sport. Find out why each of us have started and parted ways with CrossFit. In this episode we’ll discuss common injuries and what it’s like to go full circle from elite athlete to hardly being able to hang from the bar. We dive into CrossFit induced Rhabdo giving you some great tips to avoid common injuries and how to pick a great CrossFit coach.
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Resources / Tags: CrossFit, CrossFit Journal, Lost and Found Wellness, The Project Training System, Mahdi Aloun
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