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Inner Health Series Ep 3: The Pro Method; Benefits of the Neufit Machine, Neuromuscular Reeducation, Nervous System Support, Recovery Methods

1/5/2022

In the final episode of the Inner Health Series, I speak with Shonte Turner and Dawn Nasta of The Pro Method, a physiological decompression method approach to recovery and optimizing training via advanced technology. Shonte and Dawn start off by sharing some background as to how they met, what influenced them to join forces, and how The Pro Method came about.

First, Shonte and Dawn discuss the Neufit machine and the role it plays in their practice. Dawn talks about the concept of a direct current e-stim machine and its benefits for training and recovery. Shonte and Dawn also dive into the concept of neuromuscular reeducation and the importance of recovery for both muscle building and fat loss phases.

Dawn also breaks down colon hydrotherapy and how it may be beneficial for athletes, especially those with IBS or experiencing any GI distress. Next, Shonte and Dawn explain how these different therapies help athletes in all aspects of training, even down to posing for bikini competitors.

I can’t wait for you all to hear about The Pro Method’s tactics and strategies to maximize ones recovery for optimal training results!

Topics Covered:
-Beginnings of The Pro Method
-What is the Neufit & how it works
-Muscular Reeducation
-Neufit for recovery and restructure
-Importance of recovery
-Colon hydrotherapy
-Neuromusclar training & posing

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Time Stamps:
[0:45] Celeste introduces Shonte Turner and Dawn Nasta of The Pro Method.
[5:40] Celeste asks Shonte what inspired her to work with Dawn.
[10:20] Shonte & Dawn explain how the Neufit works.
[14:10] Celeste asks how pad placement is determined & if a competitors division
matters.
[18:20] Shonte & Dawn expand on muscular re-education & how the Neufit promotes
longevity in bodybuilding.
[23:05] Dawn discusses direct currents & other current types in the body.
[26:35] Celeste asks of any examples of athletes who changed their structure from using the Neufit.
[31:10] Celeste asks why recovery is important for building muscle and burning fat.
[41:40] Dawn talks about colon hydrotherapy.
[47:25] Celeste asks how often one should have colon hydrotherapy.
[51:20] Shonte explains how neuromuscular training is incorporated in posing.
[60:15] Shonte & Dawn share how listeners can connect and work with them.

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Inner Health Series Ep 2: Liv Health; Can't Manage what You Don't Measure, Birth Control, Improve Metabolism, Supplement Timing

1/4/2022

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In the second episode of the inner health series, I speak with Julia Bresner, the lead integrative health concierge, and Andrew Wax, the director of clinical care, from Liv Health. Andrew and Julia start the conversation by explaining to listeners what services are provided at Liv Health, the importance they have, and how they are beneficial to bodybuilders. They emphasize how their approach and methods differ from those of a typical primary care physician, and how they look to optimize their athletes health and performance.

Andrew shares his philosophy of “you can’t manage what you can’t measure,” which he references at several points during the conversation. We talk about the importance of lab work and how optimizing ones internal health can be beneficial during muscle building and fat loss phases. Julia mentions the role of birth control and bodybuilding, sharing experiences from many female clients she has worked with over the years. Both Andrew and Julia talk about the importance of supplement timing, giving specific examples and how it can affect one’s results when implemented correctly.

During this conversation, we openly discuss the topic of PEDs and bodybuilding. Andrew and Julia give valuable insight as to how athletes, especially those that are enhanced, need to consciously take care of their internal health and monitor certain markers via regular lab work, to ensure not only a successful contest prep but to help them prepare for life after competing.

You won’t want to miss all the valuable information and insights Julia and Andrew have to offer!

Topics Covered:
-Optimal internal health & muscle building/fat loss
-“You can’t manage what you don’t measure”
-Birth control & bodybuilding
-Supplement timing
-PEDs and labs
-Supplements loft bodybuilding
-Sexual function & libido

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/livhealthofficial/
Website: https://livhealth.com
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Time Stamps:
[0:45] Celeste introduces Liv Health and the representatives Julia Bresner and Andrew Wax.
[2:15] Celeste asks how bodybuilders use Liv Health and why they are important.
[3:40] Celeste has Julia & Andrew define what they mean by athletes becoming “superhuman.”
[5:00] Andrew describes how their approach varies from that of a typical primary care physician.
[9:40] Celeste asks how optimizing internal health can support someone with muscle building & fat loss phases.
[12:45] Andrew shares how one knows if they reverse diet too quickly.
[14:55] Celeste asks how one finds “maintenance” via lab work.
[17:12] Andrew & Julia share habits that negatively affect important blood markers.
[22:50] Celeste asks what habits competitors can implement to improve their health.
[27:20] Julia shares how to eliminate depletion symptoms without compromising a prep.
[31:10] Celeste asks about the importance of supplement timing.
[35:00] Celeste asks how HRT or peptides are chosen for a client.
[40:50] Andrew talks about special considerations made with enhanced athletes.
[43:30] Celeste asks Andrew to go over proper post cycle therapy with PEDs.
[45:20] Julia explains what clients can expect when signing up with Liv Health.
[48:30] Andrew & Julia talk about the Liv Health supplements & including those in an athlete’s protocol.
[54:00] Andrew discusses sexual function, libido, and supplementation.
[58:00] Julia talks about how they address clients with amenorrhea.
[62:40] Celeste shares how listeners can find & connect with Liv Health further.

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Inner Health Series Ep 1: Adam Atkinson; Labwork Review & Recommendation, Enhanced vs Natural Athlete Considerations, Focus on Supporting Your Body

1/3/2022

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Kicking off the first ever Inner Health Series, Celeste speaks with Adam Atkinson, head coach & creator of See You Later Leaner. Aside from coaching, Adam takes on lab consult clients, such as Celeste, to look at an athletes bloodwork and see if and where things are off hormonally, and how they can be fixed.

First, Celeste discusses her personal experiences in working with Adam and how he has helped her improve her internal health and progress in her improvement season, starting with an in depth review of her bloodwork.

Adam discusses common results and red flags one should be aware of when going over labs and how different seasons of training an affect ones hormone levels. He also touches on the topic of enhanced athletes and supplementation, emphasizing what women especially should be aware of before going down that route.

Along with sharing success stories from both his natural and enhanced athletes, Adam shares strategies he thinks are important for competitors to obtain longevity in the sport. He also talks about hormone replacement therapy and the role it plays for athletes of various age groups.

You won’t want to miss the valuable insight and experience Adam has to offer and the reasoning why he values bloodwork and labs so highly for longevity in bodybuilding and overall health!

Topics Covered:
-Importance of bloodwork
-Training seasons & hormonal impacts
-Women becoming enhanced athletes
-Coach-client communication
-How to optimize longevity in bodybuilding
-HRT therapy and bodybuilding

Time Stamps:
[0:50] Celeste introduces the new inner health series & first guest, Adam Atkinson.

[2:20] Adam shares the importance of and why he prioritizes bloodwork.

[4:40] Celeste asks Adam to elaborate on why he recommended her specific tests.

[9:45] Adam summarizes starting and progress points from Celeste’s labs.

[14:50] Adam shares what one should consider a red flag vs normal results on bloodwork.

[21:20] Celeste asks how various training seasons affect certain hormone levels.

[24:40] Celeste asks how Adam treats athletes who have low energy levels yet “normal” lab numbers shortly after a show.

[26:10] Adam shares how optimal hormone levels attribute to physique development.

[28:15] Adam discusses what women should be aware of when choosing to become an “enhanced athlete.”

[30:50] Adam shares the importance of communicating with your coach about enhanced supplementation.

[34:50] Celeste asks what may be optimal for competitors to maintain longevity in the sport.

[40:00] Adam shares how supplementation based off his bloodwork review has helped natural athletes achieve success.

[46:30] Celeste asks if clients using HRT can leverage that to better their physique.

[53:15] Celeste asks Adam about athletes that want to transition back to being natural.

[54:50] Adam shares why he works with lab consult clients.

[56:00] Adam shares how potential clients can connect & work with him.

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Inner Health Series Ep 3: The Pro Method; Benefits of the Neufit Machine, Neuromuscular Reeducation, Nervous System Support, Recovery Methods

Inner Health Series Ep 2: Liv Health; Can't Manage what You Don't Measure, Birth Control, Improve Metabolism, Supplement Timing

Inner Health Series Ep 1: Adam Atkinson; Labwork Review & Recommendation, Enhanced vs Natural Athlete Considerations, Focus on Supporting Your Body

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