122. Stress Your Way to Better Health with Hormesis

The Ultimate Human with Gary Brecka

Gary Brecka

Health & Fitness

4.8 • 2.5K Ratings

🗓️ 12 December 2024

⏱️ 14 minutes

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What if the stress you’re avoiding is actually the key to unlocking your peak performance? In this Ultimate Human short episode, Gary Brecka explores the fascinating science of hormesis – nature’s secret weapon for enhancing human potential through controlled stress exposure. Learn the science behind how “good stress” trigger your body’s natural adaptive responses, boosting everything from mood and mental clarity to cellular repair and longevity. What small stress will you embrace today to become stronger tomorrow? Share your thoughts in the comments below! 00:00 Intro of Show 02:25 What is Hormesis? 03:28 Good Stress and Its Benefits 04:12 Hormetic Stressors Examples 07:42 Research on the Benefits of Hormetic Stressors 09:06 Practical Tips to Get Started 10:55 Contrast Therapy and Breath Work 13:15 Mindfulness Techniques GET GARY’S WEEKLY TIPS ON HEALTH AND LIFESTYLE OPTIMIZATION: https://bit.ly/4eLDbdU EIGHT SLEEP - SAVE $350 ON THE POD 4 ULTRA WITH CODE “GARY”: https://bit.ly/3WkLd6E ECHO GO PLUS HYDROGEN WATER BOTTLE: https://bit.ly/3xG0Pb8 BODY HEALTH - USE CODE “ULTIMATE20” FOR 20% OFF YOUR ORDER: http://bit.ly/4e5IjsV BAJA GOLD - 91 ESSENTIAL MINERALS PER PINCH! 10% OFF USE CODE "ULTIMATE10": https://bit.ly/3WSBqUa ELEVATE YOUR WORKOUTS WITH THE ULTIMATE HUMAN STRENGTH TRAINING EQUIPMENT: https://bit.ly/3zYwtSl THE COLD LIFE - BOOST RECOVERY & WELL-BEING WITH THE ULTIMATE HUMAN PLUNGE: https://bit.ly/4eULUKp MASA CHIPS - GET 20% OFF YOUR FIRST $50+ ORDER: https://bit.ly/40LVY4y PARKER PASTURES - GET PREMIUM GRASS-FED MEATS TODAY: https://bit.ly/4hHcbhc SHOP GARY’S TOP-RATED PRODUCTS & EXCLUSIVE DEALS: https://theultimatehuman.com/amazon-recs Watch the “Ultimate Human Podcast” every Tuesday & Thursday at 9AM EST on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3RPQYX8 Connect with Gary Brecka: Website: https://bit.ly/4eLDbdU Instagram: https://bit.ly/3RPpnFs TikTok: https://bit.ly/4coJ8fo Facebook: https://bit.ly/464VA1H X.com: https://bit.ly/3Opc8tf LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/4hH7Ri2 SUBSCRIBE TO: https://www.youtube.com/@ultimatehumanpodcast https://www.youtube.com/@garybrecka Download the “Ultimate Human Podcast” on all your favorite podcast platforms: https://bit.ly/3RQftU0 The Ultimate Human with Gary Brecka Podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice, and no doctor/patient relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast is at the user’s own risk. The Content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professionals for any such conditions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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0:00.0	What if small doses of stress could actually make us stronger, sharper, and even expend our lifespan?
0:07.0	For the powerful concept of Hormesis, or what's sometimes called good stress.
0:13.0	Think of Hormesis like a workout for yourselves.
0:16.0	When they're exposed to controlled stress, they adapt and they become stronger.
0:20.0	Building resilience, not just in one area,
0:22.6	but across multiple systems essential for overall health. First, cold exposure. Then there's
0:29.3	intermittent fasting and caloric restriction. And of course, exercise, one of the most well-known
0:34.9	hormadic stressors. They require mental endurance that carries over into other areas of life,
0:40.9	helping us handle stress more effectively.
0:43.1	Imagine a world where controlled stressors don't just challenge us
0:47.1	but actually make us healthier, more resilient,
0:50.0	and even slow down the aging process.
0:52.5	It might sound surprising, but...
0:54.2	Hey guys, welcome back to the Ultimate Human podcast.
1:07.7	I'm your host, human biologist Gary Brecker,
1:09.9	and today we're going to explore
1:11.6	the powerful concept of hormesis or what's sometimes called good stress. You've heard me talk
1:18.2	about this all the time. So imagine a world where controlled stressors like cold plunging,
1:24.1	fasting or sauna sessions don't just challenge us but actually make us healthier,
1:29.2	more resilient, and even slow down the aging process. It might sound surprising, but that's
1:34.6	exactly what hormesis is all about. This process activates our body's natural adaptive responses,
1:40.9	boosting mood, speeding up cellular repair, and even helping us feel and function our best.
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