The Outlier Health Podcast
525 episodes - English - Latest episode: 9 days ago - ★★★★ - 1.2K ratingsVegan and vegetarian nutrition, running and training tips, and healthy lifestyle and habit change with well-known guests like Rich Roll, Brendan Brazier, Heather Crosby, Leo Babauta, Rip Esselstyn, Pamela Fergusson, Dan Buettner, make for an entertaining, informative, no-preach listen.
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Healthy Habits on Vacation (Don't be Like Doug)
June 23, 2022 15:29 - 51 minutes - 48 MBIt is officially the first week of summer and like so many others, Matt and Doug are taking vacations. In today's episode, they share tips for maintaining healthy fitness and nutrition habits while on vacation, and share a warning for anyone listening.
NMA Chats: Fiber Fueled Gut Health with Dr. Will Bulsiewicz
June 16, 2022 11:26 - 50 minutes - 35 MBIn a special live edition of NMA Chats, Matt Tullman sits down with NYT Bestselling Author, Dr. Will Bulsiewicz, to discuss gluten, low histidine diet for migraines, the connection between food and mood, and more.
Chef AJ on Caloric Density, Her New Book, and the Healthy Way to Lose Weight
June 09, 2022 16:12 - 59 minutes - 44.8 MBHaving been vegan for 45 years, transformed her own life, and helped hundreds of thousands of people transform theirs, there are few people who understand the plant-based diet and weight loss better than Chef AJ. Today Matt Frazier has the privilege of bringing Chef AJ back onto the podcast to discuss her weight loss philosophy, updated book, and a healthy approach to weight loss.
Monitoring Your Hydration for Performance with Meridith Cass
June 02, 2022 17:05 - 1 hour - 57.7 MBWe've all been told to drink plenty and drink often when working out, but what role does hydration really play in performance? And is there more to it than just chugging water? In today's episode, Matt Tullman chats with Meridith Cass, the CEO of Nix Biosensors about how to properly hydrate for optimal athletic results.
Is getting paid to exercise the future of fitness?
May 27, 2022 15:46 - 55 minutes - 51.5 MBFrom Kim Kardashian to the NYT bestseller list, there's a lot to talk about in today's episode. But what Matt and Doug are most excited about discussing is a new NFT project called STEPN, which pays you to exercise. Is this the future of fitness or a terrible idea that will quickly fizzle out?
7 Things Vegan Athletes Do (That We Stopped Doing)
May 19, 2022 15:25 - 49 minutes - 46.7 MBFollow the path of just about every vegan athlete and they all have a few things in common. But for Matt and Doug, some of those "typical" vegan athlete habits or trends have fallen off. In today's episode, they share what they've stopped doing as vegan athletes, and why. Can you relate?
Can you hit your macronutrient goals on a vegan diet?
May 12, 2022 15:17 - 52 minutes - 48.2 MBThis episode starts with a simple question: What do plant-based athletes eat? Sounds straightforward enough... But when you dig deeper, the question is really about macronutrients, weight loss, weight gain, and how to power your performance on plants. Today Matt and Doug address those topics while sharing their favorite go-to meals and recipes.
(Replay) The Healing Power of Yoga (and How You Can Get Started) with Katie Hay
May 05, 2022 10:00 - 58 minutes - 62.2 MBYoga's popularity has boomed over the past several years, but for many, it's still too intimidating to actually try. In today's episode, we bring back one of our most listened to episodes, where Doug chats with his wife Katie, a certified Yoga Therapist and 500-hour Registered Yoga Teacher, about how yoga can transform your life and how to get started. Doug asks the many questions he had before his first class, and Katie shares how yoga can be a transformative and healing practice for all ath...
Do vegan athletes recover faster or get injured more?
April 21, 2022 15:53 - 51 minutes - 47.5 MBVegan athletes love to talk about how quickly they recover, and non-vegan athletes are quick to point out vegans who are constantly injured. Can both be true? In today's episode, Matt and Doug talk about eating a plant-based diet for recovery and injury prevention, plus they answer a listener's question about her upcoming Ragnar race. Episode Sponsor: This episode is brought to you by Feals CBD. Feals is a better way to feel better. For 50% off of your first offer plus free shipping go to ht...
VR, Fitness Habits, and Matt's New Pull-Up Bar
April 14, 2022 16:40 - 45 minutes - 42.6 MBDoug takes his first trip to the metaverse, starts a new exercise streak, and denies science. Matt goes all-in on his new pull-up bar. Today's episode is a clear reminder health and fitness habits can be a lot of fun. (And when they are, they're a lot more likely to stick.) Shouout to today's sponsor, Trade Coffee. Get fresh roasted and ethically sourced beans from America's best independent roasters. Right now Trade Coffee is offering new subscribers a total of $30 off your first order plus...
Questions New Vegan Athletes Have (But Are Too Afraid to Ask), Part 1
April 07, 2022 15:14 - 1 hour - 56.2 MBHave a question about fueling, protein, or energy products? You're not alone! In today's episode, Matt and Doug begin working through the 11 most common questions about being a vegan athlete, starting with three big ones. Thank you to today's sponsor, Code. Coda is a new kind of document that brings words, data, and teams together. It comes with a set of building blocks that anyone can combine to create a doc as powerful as an app. To have your team join free and get started working togethe...
NMA Chats: Dr. Monica Aggarwal on Inflammation, Chronic Illness, and Finding Balance
April 01, 2022 16:45 - 59 minutes - 42.4 MBDr. Monica Aggarwal is a board-certified cardiologist, author, and athlete with rheumatoid arthritis. She's also a strong advocate for diet over drugs. In today's episode, Matt Tullman chats with Dr. Aggarwal about inflammation triggers, the importance of taking care of your stress levels, and her newly updated book, Body on Fire.
Training Not Going to Plan? Here's What to Do
March 29, 2022 16:20 - 54 minutes - 50.5 MBA missed long run, a nagging injury, or your time trials not going to plan... Training setbacks happen to all of us. In today's episode, Matt gives us an update on his training (spoiler, there's a setback), and Doug shares his strategy for how to readjust when training doesn't go your way.
NMA Chats: Anna Pippus on Animal Rights Law, Supporting Community, and Managing Your Plant-Based Kitchen
March 17, 2022 13:33 - 51 minutes - 41.3 MBAnna Pippus, known for her recipes at Easy Animal Free, didn't start as a chef or cook, but instead as a lawyer, working on animal and human rights. It wasn't until people began asking what they could do to support her efforts that she began documenting her recipes. In today's episode, Matt Tullman chats with Anna about the state of animal agriculture, her philosophy behind food, and how to manage a plant-based kitchen with a family.
How to Improve Your Running Form (And Do Habit Environments Matter?)
March 10, 2022 14:58 - 48 minutes - 40.3 MBAfter years of running, is still possible to improve your running form? In this episode, we discuss how Matt has gone back to the basics to injury-proof his form. Plus, Doug's fragile habits, habit environments, and what to do when everything goes south.
The 17 Weirdest Vegan Things We Do, Updated
March 03, 2022 16:34 - 54 minutes - 50 MBBack in 2012, Matt wrote a blog post about the weird things he does as a vegan. And it went viral. Now, 10 years later, we revisit that list, update some of the items, and share several new "weird" things we find ourselves doing (which we're sure you'll be able to relate to).
Should you stop listening to podcasts?
February 25, 2022 17:04 - 57 minutes - 54.3 MBWe love podcasts. We love audiobooks. We even love the news (well, Doug does, anyway). But when does it become too much? In today's episode, Doug shares a personal story of reaching his input breaking point, and why he and Matt believe more time spent thinking is critical for long-term health and well-being.
NMA Chats: Dr. Joel Fuhrman on Eating for Longevity
February 17, 2022 19:06 - 1 hour - 52.1 MBSo you eat plants... Is that enough? In today's episode, Matt Tullman chats with bestselling author and leading plant-based doctor, Dr. Joel Fuhrman, on how to optimize your diet for longevity.
Is running fewer miles a better way to train?
February 10, 2022 19:32 - 1 hour - 57.5 MBMatt is once again training for an ultramarathon, only this time, he's taking a new approach. Inspired by the CrossFit Endurance principles and motivation for general strength and fitness, Matt is ditching the long slow miles for more intensity. But will it work out? In today's episode, Matt and Doug discuss the pros and cons of CrossFit Endurance, and how this approach could work for you.
Practical, Low Waste, Plant-Based Cooking with @PlantYou's Carleigh Bodrug
February 03, 2022 15:40 - 45 minutes - 40.6 MBCarleigh Bodrug, better known as @PlantYou, has grown a massive following on Instagram because of her practical, easy-to-follow plant-based recipes. In today's episode, Matt and Doug chat with Carleigh about her low food waste philosophy, why these recipes are so successful, and her new cookbook.
5 Things We're Trying to Help Us Live Longer
January 28, 2022 17:22 - 56 minutes - 52.8 MBWe all want to live longer, but what simple actions can you take each day that may make a difference? In today's episode, Doug and Matt share some of their recent attempts to improve their meaning, mindfulness, sleep, and fitness for longevity.
5 Things We're Doing Trying to Help Us Live Longer
January 28, 2022 17:22 - 56 minutes - 52.8 MBWe all want to live longer, but what simple actions can you take each day that may make a difference? In today's episode, Doug and Matt share some of their recent attempts to improve their meaning, mindfulness, sleep, and fitness for longevity.
NMA Chats: The Next Frontier of Plant-Based Foods with Brian Kateman
January 20, 2022 19:47 - 1 hour - 50.8 MBHow do we help people eat more plant-based foods? In today's episode of NMA Radio, Matt Tullman chats with documentarian Brian Kateman on how to "meat" people in the middle. Huge thank you to today's sponsors: GREEN CHEF: Green Chef’s vegan recipes are high in plant proteins and wholesome sides. Go to GreenChef.com/nomeat130 and use code nomeat130 to get $130 off, plus free shipping! FABULOUS: Fabulous is the habit-changing app that gives you the tools and skills you need to help you break fr...
Doug's 1000 Hour Outdoor Challenge (and OtherTthings)
January 14, 2022 19:55 - 58 minutes - 52.5 MBThe neverending intro? In this episode, Matt and Doug tackle a wide range of topics, from KFC's new vegan nuggets to self-help books and how Doug plans to get his family outside for 1,000 hours.
Doug's 1000 Hour Outdoor Challenge (and OtherThings)
January 14, 2022 19:55 - 58 minutes - 52.5 MBThe neverending intro? In this episode, Matt and Doug tackle a wide range of topics, from KFC's new vegan nuggets to self-help books and how Doug plans to get his family outside for 1,000 hours.
Rediscover Your Fitness in 2022, Part 2
January 06, 2022 16:26 - 55 minutes - 52.6 MBDid you set a New Year's resolution? You're not alone. In fact, an estimated 50% of Americans set health goals on January 1st. But of those goal-setters, 80% fail by February 1st! After failing the past few years himself, Matt took a different approach for 2021... and everything clicked. In this 2-part series, Matt and Doug break down 7 steps to successfully establishing, building, and achieving your goals, so that you can rediscover your health and fitness in 2022. Thanks to today's sponsor...
Rediscover Your Fitness in 2022, Part 1
December 16, 2021 20:12 - 1 hour - 58.7 MBSetting a New Year's resolution? You're not alone. In fact, an estimated 50% of Americans set health goals on January 1st. But of those goal-setters, 80% fail by February 1st! After failing the past few years himself, Matt took a different approach for 2021... and everything clicked. In this 2-part series, Matt and Doug break down 7 steps to successfully establishing, building, and achieving your goals, so that you can rediscover your health and fitness in 2022.
NMA Chats: The Power Behind Plants with Olympic Rubgy Player Abby Gustaitis
December 09, 2021 15:32 - 51 minutes - 42.7 MBWhile professional plant-based athletes are becoming more common, they're still most often found in endurance sports like running, cycling, or soccer. But today, we hear from Olympian Abby Gustaitis, a professional athlete competing at the pinnacle of a sport that combines endurance with power and pure strength. Huge thank you to today's episode sponsors: GREEN CHEF: Green Chef’s vegan and vegetarian recipes are high in plant proteins and rich in omega 3s. Go to www.GreenChef and use code no...
The Power Behind Plants with Olympic Rubgy Player Abby Gustaitis
December 09, 2021 15:32 - 51 minutes - 42.7 MBWhile professional plant-based athletes are becoming more common, they're still most often found in endurance sports like running, cycling, or soccer. But today, we hear from Olympian Abby Gustaitis, a professional athlete competing at the pinnacle of a sport that combines endurance with power and pure strength. Huge thank you to today's episode sponsors: GREEN CHEF: Green Chef’s vegan and vegetarian recipes are high in plant proteins and rich in omega 3s. Go to www.GreenChef and use code no...
How to Think Differently About Goals This Year
December 02, 2021 16:41 - 45 minutes - 41.4 MBAs you approach the new year, it's only natural to think about your health and fitness goals. But would you have more success if you approached them differently? In today's episode, Matt and Doug share a few lessons from the last few years of goal setting, and how they're thinking about resolutions for 2022. Huge thank you to today's episode sponsors: TEN THOUSAND: Makers of high-quality, super comfortable training shorts. Ten Thousand is offering NMA Radio listeners 15% off your first purc...
NMA Chats: Eat, Move, and Rest Your Way to Foundational Health
November 25, 2021 10:00 - 56 minutes - 43.4 MBWhat are the three fundamental aspects of health? According to Erin and Dusty Stanczyks, it's eating, moving, and resting. In today's episode, Matt Tullman sits down with the health coaches and YouTube stars helping hundreds of thousands of people transform their lives.
How to Increase Your Happiness
November 18, 2021 17:18 - 1 hour - 57.1 MBWhat is happiness, and how can you experience more of it? In today's episode, Doug and Matt share their thoughts on pleasure, long-term goals and meaning, kids, and intentional vs. forced suffering, and how each relates to happiness. Plus, they share a few things they're doing to try to live a happier, more fulfilled life. SPONSOR SHOUTOUTS: This episode is brought to you by Rouxbe, where learning the core techniques and knowledge behind plant-based cooking empowers people and athletes to liv...
NMA Chats: Type One Determination with Lauren Plunkett, RDN
November 11, 2021 16:15 - 1 hour - 50.8 MBIn today's episode, Matt Tullman chats with Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Lauren Plunkett, about the power of a plant-based diet, her personal journey with Type 1 Diabetes, and her new book, Type One Determination. Thank you to today's sponsors: MyFitnessPal: Get three free months of a premium membership at nomeat.myfitnesspal.com with promo code NOMEAT. Manly Bands: To get 25% off your Manly Band now through Cyber Monday, go to manlybands.com/NOMEAT or use promo code NOMEAT.
Our Successful Health Habits of 2021
November 04, 2021 15:39 - 50 minutes - 48.3 MBWith the completion of Doug's first race since February of 2020, life, habits, and health have come full circle. In today's episode, Matt and Doug share the mindset and habit shifts that have stuck with them over the past year, and how they'll shape the future.
NMA Chats: How a Plant-Based Diet Fuels Professinal Hocky Player Jacquie Pierri
October 29, 2021 14:35 - 50 minutes - 39.9 MBGrowing up playing hockey on a boy's team, Jackquie Pierri has never been one to shy away from chasing her goals, even if others try to stand in her way. In today's episode, Matt Tullman chats with Jackie about how — despite initial pushback — she has proven to her team and community that you can thrive as a plant-based professional hockey player.
Mastering Your Blood Sugar with Cyrus Khambatta, PhD, and Robby Barbaro, MPH
October 21, 2021 14:09 - 1 hour - 53.5 MBAs type 1 diabetics, Cyrus Khambatta and Robby Barbaro have an immediate understanding of how foods impact blood sugar levels. And what they've discovered through their own experiences and studies has led them to dedicate their lives to helping people master blood sugar for optimal health. In today's episode, Matt and Doug chat with Robby and Cyrus as they break down exactly what athletes, health nuts, and pre-diabetics should understand about the relationship between food and blood sugar for...
Brain Health and Cognitive Decline Prevention with Dr. Dean Sherzai
October 14, 2021 15:31 - 1 hour - 53.7 MBIf there's one thing most of us fear, it's cognitive decline and Alzheimer's disease. So what can we do to prevent it? In today's episode, Matt Tullman speaks to Dr. Dean Sherzai, a behavioral neuroscientist, on the lifestyle changes you can make to support long-term brain health and help prevent chronic cognitive issues.
Going Vegan for Beginners with Pamela Fergusson, RD, PhD
October 07, 2021 15:50 - 1 hour - 53.6 MBIf you had a blueprint for going vegan, what would it look like? In today's episode, Matt and Doug chat with Pamela Fergusson, RD, PhD, about everything from amino acids and visible protein, to whether the vegan diet is truly as healthy as people claim.
Rewriting the Medical School Curriculum with Muzammil Ahmad
October 01, 2021 13:08 - 44 minutes - 34.7 MBWhat role does nutrition play in medical school? For 4th year medical student, Muzammil Ahmad, not enough. In today's episode, Doug chats with Muzammil about his mission to correct some of the outdated information taught about the plant-based diet in medical school, and highlight nutrition as a critical prevention tool.
Are Plant Milks Good for You?
September 23, 2021 20:50 - 52 minutes - 47.2 MBIn today's episode, Matt and Doug address a recent article published in the NY Times about plant milks... are they good for you? Are they a reasonable substitute for cow's milk (and do we even WANT a substitute for cow's milk)? Plus, our favorite plant milks, and why.
How Plantiful Kiki Found Weight Loss Success with a High-Carb, Plant-Based Diet
September 16, 2021 18:02 - 36 minutes - 28.5 MBCan you lose with and eat a high carbohydrate diet? After struggling to find a weight loss program that worked for her, Plantiful Kiki tried something completely different... and it worked! In today's episode, Matt Tullman chats with Kiki about her and her family are thriving with a high-carb, plant-based diet.
How to Tap Into Unexpected Motivation
September 09, 2021 15:37 - 55 minutes - 52.1 MBAsk Matt and Doug how their fitness is going, and they'll say it's better than it has been in a long time. Why? Because they're trying new things. In today's episode, Matt and Doug share updates on their training, what's working, and how you can see better results.
Filmmaker and Comedian Jeffrey Binney on Being Dumb Enough Not to Quit
September 03, 2021 13:37 - 58 minutes - 44.2 MBYou have to be smart enough to start, but dumb enough not to quit. That was the advice that motivated Jeffrey Binney, the filmmaker behind the hilarious and inspiring Once is Enough film, to chase his outrageous goal. In today's episode, Jeffrey sits down with Matt and Doug to discuss motivation, failure, and why sometimes the only way to see success is to ignore everything your body and mind are telling you.
How Miyoko Schinner Brought Artisanal Cuisine to Veganism
August 26, 2021 13:51 - 55 minutes - 41.7 MBThese days, Miyoko Schinner's plant-based cheese products can be found in just about any grocery store. But of course, it hasn't always been that way. Miyoko's journey started out of a desire to bring color, craft, and creativity to the bland, uninspired vegan cooking of the time. In today's episode, Matt Tullman sits down with Miyoko, who shares her stories, lessons, and vision for the future of veganism.
Dreena Burton and 25 Years of Plant-Based Cooking
August 19, 2021 14:17 - 52 minutes - 40.1 MBWhat has Dreena Burton learned from 25 years of plant-based cooking? In today's episode, Matt and Doug chat with cookbook author Dreena Burton about how she approaches new recipes, why she tries to avoid plant meats, and what's different about her new book, Dreena's Kind Kitchen.
How to Talk About Your Vegan Diet Without Being Awkward
August 12, 2021 18:40 - 1 hour - 60.8 MBHow do you talk to friends, family, or strangers about your vegan diet without sounding pushy or awkward? In today's episode, Matt and Doug share their long-game approach, and why they believe it works.
Designing Your Environment for Health and Happiness
August 05, 2021 18:16 - 45 minutes - 40.8 MBHow much does your environment — where you live, who you interact with, what you have access to — impact your health and happiness? In today's episode, Matt and Doug share a few larger environmental shifts, plus small adjustments with a big impact.
What's Next for the Vegan Movement?
July 29, 2021 16:53 - 42 minutes - 40.1 MBIn a post Game Changers, post The Plant-Based Athlete, post Impossible Whopper world... what's next for the vegan movement? In today's episode, Matt and Doug make a few predictions of how the movement will change (and the challenges we'll face) over the next several years.
Mental Minimalism with Carly Taylor
July 22, 2021 17:03 - 41 minutes - 32.2 MBIn today's NMA Chats, Matt sits down with vegan and mental health activist, Carly Taylor, to discuss the challenges of social media and a pull towards "mental minimalism."
Committing to Deep Work (and How it Pertains to Fitness & Nutrition)
July 16, 2021 15:40 - 29 minutes - 28.3 MBInspired by Cal Newport's book Deep Work, Matt and Doug discuss how they use deep work strategies for improved productivity, and how the philosophy can be applied to fitness and nutrition.