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626: Should You Get a Coronary Calcium Test? Here is What You Need to Know

Most people think heart disease happens suddenly—but it builds quietly over decades. In this episode, Ted reveals the simple, noninvasive test that helped him assess his heart disease risk and could potentially save your life. If you’re over 40, this test might be the most important one you’ve never heard of. Listen now!

625: Ted’s Stem Cell Treatment Experience: 12 Month Follow Up

One year ago, Ted traveled to Mexico to receive 850 million stem cells in hopes of finally overcoming chronic joint pain. In this follow-up episode, he shares exactly what happened—how long recovery took, the results he experienced, and whether the procedure was worth it. Listen now!

624: Shoulder Health for High Performers: How to Avoid Pain and Stay in the Game

Ever wake up with a stiff shoulder that won’t go away? Or feel pain when lifting, reaching, or even sleeping? Shoulder pain isn’t just an annoyance—it can wreck your workouts, sleep, and quality of life. In this episode, Ted shares a step-by-step plan to keep your shoulders strong, mobile, and pain-free—so you can keep training, traveling, and living pain-free. Listen now!

623: Transform Your Health with Tiny Habits: A Proven Formula for Sustainable Change

The biggest lie in fitness is that you just need more discipline. In this episode, Ted reveals why motivation isn’t the problem—and how tiny habits are the real key to lasting health and fitness success. Learn how to make exercise and healthy eating effortless with a simple, science-backed formula that actually works. Listen now!

622: The Myth of the “Best” Exercise for Low Back Pain: What the Research Really Says

Low back pain is the leading cause of disability worldwide, yet most advice online is outdated or just plain wrong. In this episode, Ted breaks down why there’s no magic exercise for low back pain, what the latest research really says, and how to find a personalized approach that actually works. Listen now!

621: How to Boost Your VO2 Max with a Training Method You’ve Never Heard Of

Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’ve probably heard that VO2 max is one of the strongest indicators of longevity and peak health. And you’ve probably also heard about Zone 2 training and HIIT protocols like the 4x4 method as the go-to strategies for improving it. But what if there’s a more effective and easier way to boost your VO2 max that no one is talking about? Listen now!

The Ultimate Body Reset: How Jeff Overcame Workout Burnout & Diet Confusion to Drop 30 lbs in Just 3 Months

Jeff, a 44-year-old wealth advisor, was stuck in the fitness hamster wheel—CrossFit, Keto, fasting—yet no lasting results. Then, he made one key shift: working smarter. In just 3 months, he dropped 30 lbs and unlocked a sustainable path to lifelong health. In this episode, he reveals what finally worked. Don’t miss it!

620: The Truth About Metabolism, Fat Loss & Strength Training for Longevity with Dr. Mike T. Nelson

Think your metabolism is slowing down with age? Struggling to balance strength training, fat loss, and recovery? In this episode, Ted sits down with Dr. Mike T. Nelson to debunk metabolism myths, explain metabolic flexibility, and reveal how to train smarter for longevity. Learn the key strategies to optimize your metabolism, get stronger, and stay pain-free for life. Listen now!

619: Health Myths Debunked: The Truth About Cholesterol, Supplements & Heart Disease Risk with Dr. Gil Carvalho

Is your cholesterol really a problem? Are supplements as safe as they seem? In this episode, Ted Ryce sits down with Dr. Gil Carvalho to cut through the misinformation on heart health, supplements, and nutrition science. Learn how to make informed choices, filter out bad research, and focus on what truly improves your health. Listen now!

618: Ask Ted: Why Most New Year’s Resolutions Fail—and How to Make 2025 the Year You Succeed?

January is almost over, and if you’re already feeling like your New Year’s goals are slipping away, you’re not alone. In this episode, Ted breaks down the reasons most resolutions fail and shares his step-by-step framework to reset your goals, refocus on what works, and rebuild your momentum. Listen now to take back control and make 2025 your year of lasting change!