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338: [heal.] Dr. Ian Smith on Why Metabolic Flexibility is Crucial, Taking Your Muscles to Failure, Why You Need More Stress on Your Body, and Four Keys to Better Sleep

Podcast · April 12, 2023

This week is week four of our series, [heal.], and today, Dr. Ian Smith is joining us to talk about metabolic flexibility, why it’s important to take your muscles to failure in strength training, why you need more stress on your body, and four keys to experiencing better sleep. Dr. Ian K. Smith is a number one New York Times bestselling author and is a graduate of Harvard, Columbia, and the University of Chicago. Additionally, he is the medical contributor and cohost of The Rachael Ray Show.

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Partner Spotlight:

But first, before we head into today’s featured conversation, today’s episode is brought to you by LMNT. LMNT is an electrolyte drink mix with everything you need and nothing you don’t. It is the perfect combination of sodium, magnesium, and potassium, three things we all need for optimal health, including brain health. So, I’d love for you to try it, too. Go to DrinkLMNT.com/WINTODAY to get a free sample pack with your purchase. Try it totally risk-free. They’ll give you your money back if you don’t like the product, no questions asked.

MEDICAL DISCLAIMER: Before taking any supplement from any of our partners, be sure to discuss the product, its efficacy, and its potential side effects with your medical professional. 

Dive Deeper:

If you enjoy this episode with Dr. Ian, I’m sure you’ll also enjoy the following:
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