In this episode, Ashleigh and Rachel explore practical strategies for optimizing routines, managing dopamine, and choosing the right support systems to enhance overall well-being. They delve into the importance of flexibility, self-awareness, and intentional decision-making in achieving health and life goals.

Key Topics

• The benefits of delaying caffeine intake to improve energy cycles
• The psychology behind delayed gratification and its impact on dopamine
• Choosing coaches and mentors based on experience, understanding, and personal connection rather than popularity
• The significance of self-awareness in managing social media, news consumption, and overall mental noise
• Insights into the upcoming dopamine reset challenge to foster mindful habits
• The conversation around peptides: current research landscape and personal caution

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Today Ashleigh and Rachel discuss more of the wellness trends you sent in, going over research about their efficacy, including beet juice powder, red light therapy, vibration plates and more. Is fiber THAT important? Do postpartum women really need to work their core differently? We debunk some fads and back some up in this episode.

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This week Ashleigh and Rachel recap Ashleigh's San Diego visit; they respond to a critical email about Botox; they answer a question about whether or not you should cut or bulk first, and a deeper conversation about how to know when you have "enough" muscle. What does enough muscle even mean? How do you know if you have enough to maintain health - and should we be at all worried about too much muscle - what are the potential downsides?

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