Angela Foster Performance Podcasts - Episode 201

EP 201 – Bitesize Biohack: Why it’s so Important to Tune Into Yourself

In this Bitesize, episode hear Dr Libby Weaver share why it’s so important to tune into yourself and exercise in a way that doesn’t push you to exhaustion

As Dr Weaver explains women constantly rushing in their lives are likely to be sympathetic nervous system dominated but with slow breathing restorative practices a key to activating your parasympathetic nervous system, and lowing adrenalin, choosing the right exercise is at the right time is crucial

Find our podcasts on

Listen to podcast the way you want

01

Listen with Transcript

<br />

02

Listen without Transcript

Bitesize Biohack: Why it’s so Important to Tune Into Yourself

In this Bitesize, episode hear Dr Libby Weaver share why it’s so important to tune into yourself and exercise in a way that doesn’t push you to exhaustion

Key Takeaways

The focus on building muscle mass is extremely important
Beyond 30 years if you don’t do anything to counteract it muscle mass is lost
In stage 3 stress with very low cortisol levels, restorative practices are the most powerful thing you can do
You have to create a sense for the body that its safe and breath-focused practices achieve this
Giving the body the message its safe, impact on adrenalin which in turn affects the digestive system and adrenals thyroid and ovaries
Long slow diaphragmatic breathing activates the parasympathetic nervous system
When you are not producing large amounts of adrenalin you use your fat efficiently as a fuel

Best Moments

‘We need to tune into ourselves, rather than follow a prescriptive model’

‘So many rushing women are sympathetic nervous system dominated’

‘I want to maintain my strength, flexibility and energy’

Resources For This Episode

Valuable Resources

Contact Details

About the Host

Angela Foster

Angela is a Nutritionist, Health and Performance Coach. She is also the Founder and CEO of My DNA Edge, an Exclusive Private Membership Site giving individuals the tools and bio hacks needed to optimise their genetic expression for optimal health and performance.

After recovering from a serious illness in 2014, Angela left the world of Corporate Law with a single mission in mind:

To inspire and educate others to live an energetic, healthful and limitless life.

Angela believes that we can truly have it all and has spent the last 5 years researching the habits and routines of high performers, uncovering age-old secrets, time-honoured holistic practices and modern science to create a blueprint for Optimal Human Performance.

Subscribe to receive the latest health tips

Get my latest health, fitness, biohacking, anti-aging tips, and podcast episodes delivered straight to your inbox.

Recent Podcasts

EP 406 – The Reclaimed Woman: Dr Kelly Brogan on Emotional Safety, Healing and Reclaiming Your Power

Angela welcomes former British Army soldier turned fitness coach and author of “Hard Stuff, Easy Life”, Jay Alderton.

They delve into Jay’s transformative journey from a lack of direction to mastering discipline and mindset, examining the importance of habits and routines in achieving long-term success. Jay shares insights on the difference between motivation and discipline, the significance of community support, and the role of mindfulness in daily life.