039 | Longevity Hacks, Piriformis Syndrome + Sleep Quality Tips

This week on The Hero Movement Podcast we explore some top tips for getting a good night’s sleep in the heat, key habits for health and longevity, and how to free your hips and address piriformis syndrome.

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This Week on The HERO Podcast:

Introductory Content:

1:21 – A quick overview of our Wendler 5/3/1 deload week.

4:02 – The UK’s unprecedented warm weather and reviewing advice on how to sleep during a heatwave.

Taking a look at the BBC’s 10 tips on getting a good night’s rest despite the hotter weather.

❓ Questions & Answers

10:31 – What are some of the best hacks for longevity?

Identifying 5 key longevity tips from The Blue Zones.
Why daily low level activity can impact our life expectancy.
Basic nutrition tips for living a long and healthy life, including some interesting research on chocolate & resistant starch.
The importance of stress management, having a reason why and a sense of community.
A quick look at saunas and their influence on cardiovascular health.

Free movement,
mobility + diet
resources

40:34 – What’s the best way to deal with Piriformis syndrome?

What is Piriformis syndrome and its symptoms?
The causes of the syndrome and the importance of getting a professional diagnosis.
Using the 3R mobility method to address the pain associated with Piriformis syndrome, including a few stretched and strengthening exercises.

🔗 Resources + Content Mentioned

BBC’s Article on How to Sleep During a Heatwave
Blue Zones by Dan Buettner*
Self Hacked’s Article ‘Increase Your Longevity & Lifespan with Lifestyle & Diet’
The Mind Pump Podcast ft. Gabrielle Lyon on Muscle-Centric Medicine
2015 Study on The Potential of Resistant Starch as a Prebiotic
Spine Health Article on Piriformis Syndrome
The Hero Movement 3R Mobility Method
Intro Music – Summer’s Tides by Oshova – YouTube | SoundCloud
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Michaela Salacinski

Michaela Salacinski is a fitness enthusiast and online content creator. She works as a freelance writer with natural beauty brands and wellness companies. She also shares awesome fitness & wellness tips on Instagram & YouTube.

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039 | Longevity Hacks, Piriformis Syndrome + Sleep Quality Tips

This Week on The HERO Podcast: