In this episode of the Peak Performance Podcast, Coach Kyle sits down with Vinny Crispino, founder of The Pain Academy, to explore his incredible journey from elite athlete to chronic pain sufferer — and how that life-altering experience gave rise to a revolutionary approach to pain and healing.

Vinny shares how a seemingly simple injury spiraled into years of debilitating pain and how the search for answers led him to uncover the hidden role of compensatory movement patterns, neuroplasticity, and posture alignment in the healing process.

This conversation is a must-listen for anyone dealing with pain, coaching others through it, or looking to optimize their physical performance by understanding the deeper mechanics of the body and brain.

• Vinny Crispino’s journey from athlete to pain educator began with one injury that changed everything.
• Chronic pain often persists due to compensatory patterns — not just the original injury.
• Posture alignment and movement therapy are critical for long-term relief.
• Healing is possible through the brain’s ability to rewire — neuroplasticity is the key.
• True recovery demands lifestyle shifts, mindset work, and active participation.
• The Pain Academy offers a practical, home-based path to reclaim movement and reduce pain.
• Pain is not just a body issue — it’s a full mind-body experience.
• Long-term success comes from consistent movement practice and self-care.
• Integrating multiple healing modalities (e.g., therapy, movement, mindset) is often most effective.

• “Pain was absolutely debilitating.”
• “I had to enter this problem with where I was at.”
• “You don’t need a fancy gym. I want you to log into the program from home.”
• “Your body isn’t broken — it’s just compensating.”
• “You can’t outsource healing.”
• “You have to teach your nervous system something new.”

00:00 – Introduction to Pain and Personal Journeys 02:35 – Vinny's Athletic Background and Injury Experience 07:13 – The Search for Pain Relief and Treatment Options 10:29 – Understanding Compensation Patterns in Movement 14:39 – The Role of Posture and Whole Body Assessment 18:38 – The Ongoing Journey of Healing and Neuroplasticity 22:24 – Strengthening the Spine and Muscles 24:11 – Neuroplasticity and Mindset in Healing 27:12 – The Healing Journey: Timeline and Expectations 33:35 – Integrating Modalities for Comprehensive Healing 36:53 – Empowering Self-Care and Movement 40:40 – Conclusion and Call to Action

Sponsors:

This episode is sponsored by The Longevity Center FL. Your one stop natural medicine shop. The LCFL is the perfect blend of Integrative, Osteopathic and Regenerative Health Care in West Palm Beach, FL.

Website: https://www.thelcfl.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelcfl.com

Credits:

Produced by Clearview Marketing Agency Filmed by Jackson Young @clearviewcreative

People:

• Website: https://peakperformancepodcast.online/
• On Instagram: @thepeakperformancepod
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Dr. K On Instagram @theosteodoc

Episode Summary: In this episode of the Peak Performance Podcast, Coach Kyle and Dr. K sit down with Barton Scott, chemical engineer and founder of Upgraded Formulas, to unpack the real science behind effective supplementation.

Barton shares how personal health challenges—and the loss of a loved one—drove him to revolutionize an industry plagued by misinformation, under-regulation, and ineffective products.

From third-party testing to the importance of mineral particle size, Barton explains what makes a supplement actually work. You’ll walk away with a clearer understanding of how absorption, manufacturing integrity, and innovative thinking are changing the game in health and performance.

Chapters:

00:00 – Introduction to the Peak Performance Podcast

01:00 – Barton Scott’s Personal Health Journey and Why He Started Upgraded Formulas

06:01 – What Makes Supplements Safe and Effective: Manufacturing Standards & Testing

10:09 – Absorption 101: Why Particle Size Matters More Than You Think

13:54 – Minerals as Offense and Defense in the Body

17:59 – From Theory to Innovation: The Future of Supplement Technology

21:51 – Closing Reflections: Building with Purpose and What’s Coming Next Key

Takeaways: Barton’s mission was born out of necessity—he built what he needed for his own health. Most supplements are never tested batch-by-batch. His are. Absorption is everything: If your body doesn’t absorb it, it doesn’t help. Particle size plays a major role in how nutrients are utilized. Minerals affect everything from sleep to hormones to immune function.

Deficiencies in specific minerals can cause wide-ranging symptoms. Barton avoids colloidal minerals, favoring stable, highly bioavailable alternatives. All products are manufactured in the U.S.—with a global eye for quality, not shortcuts. There’s a sweet spot between effectiveness and shelf stability. Barton sees supplement innovation as a lifelong mission.

Sponsors:

This episode is sponsored by The Longevity Center FL. Your one stop natural medicine shop.

The LCFL is the perfect blend of Integrative, Osteopathic and Regenerative Health Care in West Palm Beach, FL.

Website: https://www.thelcfl.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelcfl.com

Credits:

Produced by Clearview Marketing Agency

Filmed by Jackson Young @clearviewcreative People:

Website: https://peakperformancepodcast.online/

On Instagram: @thepeakperformancepod

On X: @PeakPerformPod

Dr. K On Instagram @theosteodoc

Episode Show Notes:

Welcome to Episode 6 of the Peak Performance Podcast with Coach Kyle and Dr. K – your guide to optimizing your life one health tip at a time.

In this episode, we tackle the carnivore diet craze with our signature blend of science, sarcasm, and no-nonsense insights. The all-meat approach has been hyped by influencers, but does it hold up in the long run? Spoiler: probably not. From vitamin deficiencies to gut health to misleading testosterone myths, we break down what actually happens when you ditch plants entirely—and why a "carnivegan" approach might be closer to the sweet spot.

What You’ll Learn:

• Why eating only meat might make you feel great… at first

• The science behind fiber, mTOR, and long-term health impacts

• What happens to your brain (and libido) without carbs

• Why influencers pivot from strict diets—and why you should be skeptical

• A fun (and accurate) case for a more balanced, whole-food approach

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Carnivore Diet

03:00 Nutritional Deficiencies and Health Impacts

05:58 Quality of Meat and Its Importance

08:59 Fish and Poultry: Choosing Wisely

12:06 Specific Use Cases for the Carnivore Diet

Sponsors:

This episode is sponsored by The Longevity Center FL. Your one stop natural medicine shop. The LCFL is the perfect blend of Integrative, Osteopathic and Regenerative Health Care in West Palm Beach, FL.

Website: ⁠https://www.thelcfl.com/⁠

Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thelcfl.com⁠

Credits:

Produced by Clearview Marketing AgencyFilmed by Jackson Young @clearviewcreative

People:

• Website: ⁠https://peakperformancepodcast.online/⁠

• On Instagram: ⁠@thepeakperformancepod⁠

• On X: ⁠@PeakPerformPod⁠

  Dr. K On Instagram ⁠@theosteodoc⁠

Welcome back to the Peak Performance Podcast, where Coach Kyle and Dr. K break down the fitness myths that keep you stuck and replace them with real, science-backed strategies that actually work. Today’s episode takes on a controversial question:

Is cardio overrated when it comes to fat loss and body composition?

We dive deep into the cardio vs. strength training debate, uncover how cardio affects your metabolism and hormones, and give you a no-nonsense blueprint for fat loss that doesn’t involve hours on the treadmill.

You’ll also learn:

• When cardio helps—and when it hurts

• The secret to raising your metabolic rate without starving

• How to structure your workouts for strength, longevity, and performance

• What heart rate variability (HRV) actually tells you

• Why walking is still king (even if running isn't)

If you’ve ever wondered why you’re stuck despite logging miles on the treadmill, this episode is for you.

00:00 – Intro: Cancel Cardio? 01:05 – Cardio Explained: What It Actually Does 02:00 – The Pitfalls of Chronic Cardio & Slowed Metabolism 03:15 – The Strength Training Advantage 04:25 – Burn More While Sitting Still? Here's How 05:10 – Metabolism Reset: From 1200 to 3000+ Calories 06:00 – Is Walking Enough? Longevity vs. Fat Loss 06:40 – HRV (Heart Rate Variability) Demystified 07:25 – When Cardio Does Help Your Goals 08:00 – Compound Lifts: The 4-Move Workout Blueprint 08:55 – How Often to Strength Train (Beginner to Advanced) 09:45 – Protein Intake and Muscle Growth 10:20 – Protein Caveats for Kidney Health 11:00 – Final Thoughts: Balance, Strategy & Individualization 11:30 – Outro + Where to Follow & Subscribe

Sponsors:

This episode is sponsored by The Longevity Center FL. Your one stop natural medicine shop. The LCFL is the perfect blend of Integrative, Osteopathic and Regenerative Health Care in West Palm Beach, FL.

Website: https://www.thelcfl.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelcfl.com

Credits:

Produced by Clearview Marketing Agency Filmed by Jackson Young @clearviewcreative

People:

• Website: https://peakperformancepodcast.online/
• On Instagram: @thepeakperformancepod
• On X: @PeakPerformPod
• Dr. K On Instagram @theosteodoc

In this episode of the Peak Performance Podcast, Coach Kyle and Dr. K break down one of the most common misconceptions in the health world: that a single multivitamin can meet everyone’s nutritional needs. From outdated Flintstone gummies to $120 high-end multis, they explore why individualized supplementation—based on testing, not trends—is essential for true health optimization. They uncover the hidden truths about low-quality vitamins, marketing gimmicks, and how soil depletion impacts food nutrition. The hosts also share how they assess their clients' needs using lab work, micronutrient panels, and the risks of taking the wrong supplements (hello, expensive urine and mercury mobilization!).

Key Takeaways:

Mass-market multivitamins are often ineffective or even harmful due to poor ingredient quality and low dosages.

Personalized supplementation based on blood and nutrient testing is critical.

High-quality supplements are rarely found in retail chains like Walgreens or Amazon—use trusted platforms like Fullscript or iHerb.

Beware of “pixie dusting”—when multivitamins include tiny, ineffective amounts of dozens of nutrients.

Supplements like alpha-lipoic acid and NAC should only be taken under supervision if heavy metal detox hasn’t been addressed.

Brands matter—but even more important is selecting specific formulations based on individual needs.

Chapters: 00:00 – Introduction Welcome to the Peak Performance Podcast Medical disclaimer and host introductions

00:24 – Why Generic Multivitamins Don’t Work The myth of the “one-a-day” vitamin Marketing vs. real health needs

01:53 – Supplement Overload and Vague Symptoms Why taking 47 random supplements isn’t helping The importance of blood work before supplementation

02:58 – The Food Supply Isn’t What It Used to Be Soil depletion and declining food nutrition Why modern diets often require supplementation

04:00 – Pixie-Dusting and Under-Dosing How multivitamins trick consumers with tiny amounts of nutrients The example of Vitamin D dosing

04:44 – What to Test For and How The role of standard blood tests and advanced panels Using micronutrient and OAT testing wisely

05:36 – A Smarter Way to “Build” a Multivitamin Creating a custom multi through targeted supplements Fat-soluble vitamins, trace minerals, magnesium

06:13 – Picking the Right Brands Why brand and formulation both matter Coach Kyle and Dr. K’s favorite brands for specific nutrients

07:16 – The Danger of Detox Without Testing Why alpha-lipoic acid and NAC can do harm if used incorrectly Mercury and heavy metal issues

08:02 – Where (and Where Not) to Buy Supplements Why Walgreens, Amazon, and even Whole Foods fall short Trusted platforms like Fullscript and iHerb

09:35 – Closing Thoughts Final advice on supplement sourcing and safety

Where to follow and subscribe for more Sponsors:

This episode is sponsored by The Longevity Center FL. Your one stop natural medicine shop. The LCFL is the perfect blend of Integrative, Osteopathic and Regenerative Health Care in West Palm Beach, FL.

Website: https://www.thelcfl.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelcfl.com

Credits: Produced by Clearview Marketing Agency Filmed by Jackson Young @clearviewcreative

People: Website: https://peakperformancepodcast.online/ On Instagram: @thepeakperformancepod On X: @PeakPerformPod Dr. K On Instagram @theosteodoc

Episode Summary: In this stripped-down, zero-fluff episode, Coach Kyle and Dr. K break down everything you actually need to know about managing and reversing Type 2 Diabetes. They cover simple, science-backed steps that anyone can start today—from how you order your food during meals to why a walk after lunch can do more than you think.

They explore the difference between Type 1, 2, and 3 diabetes, the role of insulin resistance, and the surprising power of calf raises and frozen veggies in blood sugar control. You'll learn the proper way to use supplements like berberine, the debate around Metformin and GLP-1 agonists like Ozempic, and when pharmaceutical support becomes necessary. Whether you're newly diagnosed, prediabetic, or just looking to optimize your glucose response, this episode cuts through the noise to deliver real, usable info.

Chapters: 00:00 – Welcome & Disclaimer

00:31 – The 3 Types of Diabetes Explained (Type 1, 2, & 3)

01:54 – What Causes Type 2 Diabetes (The Lifestyle Link)

02:06 – Step 1: Post-Meal Walking & Glucose Disposal

02:28 – Calf Raises, Soleus Push-Ups & the Power of the Legs 03:06 – Step 2: Food Order for Glucose Control

03:46 – Step 3: Berberine – How to Take It & What It Does

05:01 – Step 4: Why Lifting Weights Helps Regulate Glucose

05:45 – Step 5: Metformin – Prescription Glucose Control

06:20 – GLP-1 Agonists: Ozempic, Mounjaro & the "Trutides"

07:03 – Recap: The Diabetes Reversal Pyramid

07:26 – Is Type 2 Diabetes Reversible? (Spoiler: Yes)

07:50 – Are You at Risk for Redeveloping Diabetes?

08:12 – Type 2 Diabetes: A 90% Lifestyle Disease

08:30 – Last-Resort Therapies: Insulin & V-Cell Treatment

08:52 – Eating Healthy on a Budget (Ground Beef & Frozen Veggies)

09:34 – Wrap-Up & Outro

Top Takeaways: Type 2 Diabetes is often reversible with lifestyle changes alone. Post-meal walking is one of the most underrated blood sugar hacks. Eat your veggies first, then protein, then carbs to flatten glucose spikes. Berberine is a potent, natural supplement—just take it with meals. Metformin & GLP-1 drugs have a place, but aren’t the first line of defense. Muscle is your metabolic engine—resistance training increases glucose storage. Affordable nutrition is possible: frozen veggies + bulk ground beef = win.

Sponsors: This episode is sponsored by The Longevity Center FL. Your one stop natural medicine shop.

The LCFL is the perfect blend of Integrative, Osteopathic and Regenerative Health Care in West Palm Beach, FL.

Website: https://www.thelcfl.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelcfl.com

Credits: Produced by Clearview Creative Marketing Agency

Filmed by Jackson Young @clearviewcreative

People: Website: https://peakperformancepodcast.online/

On Instagram: @thepeakperformancepod

On X: @PeakPerformPod

Dr. K On Instagram @theosteodoc

Summary: In this episode, Coach Kyle sits down with Adam, the founder of ZAAG supplements, to talk all things allostatic load, burnout, and performance optimization. They unpack how chronic stress affects the body's ability to recover, how nutrient absorption is impaired under pressure, and the crucial difference between doing everything right and doing what your body actually needs.

Adam shares insights into the foggy state of burnout, describing it as “running a high-performance system in low battery mode.” He also walks through why digestion and nutrient uptake are disrupted when the body is overwhelmed, and how that challenges the notion that a "food first" approach is always sufficient.

They discuss HRV (Heart Rate Variability) patterns as a reliable indicator of how ready your body is to perform and why consistency in those metrics often matters more than a single high number. Kyle opens up about his own experience with burnout, tied to mercury poisoning, and how removing that burden helped him start to recover.

00:00 – Intro to Allostasis & Stress Buckets 05:24 – Understanding Allostatic Load in Performance 10:12 – When the Body Stops Functioning Normally Under Stress 17:05 – Burnout: The System Fog, Nutrient Absorption & Misleading Metrics 18:42 – Recognizing Burnout: Sleep, Memory, Energy & HRV Fluctuations 20:15 – Kyle’s Story: Mercury Toxicity, Hormonal Crash & Recovery 22:41 – Kaizen Approach: Tiny Tweaks Over Time 23:23 – Hacks to Increase Bucket Size & Drain It Faster 25:28 – Kyle's Experience with ZAAG: Crash, Reset, Then Benefits 27:30 – Caffeine, Nicotine & the Temporary Bank Balance Boost 29:02 – Energy Timing: Caffeine + Carbs = Strategic Synergy 30:12 – Final Thoughts from Adam & How to Learn More

• Burnout isn’t just mental: It physically affects nutrient absorption, hormone balance, and cognitive clarity.
• Food-first isn’t always enough: Especially if the body’s stress systems are suppressing digestion and absorption.
• HRV matters—but patterns matter more: Watch for variability in your variability, not just a single-day score.
• Stress management is multifactorial: Nutrients, habits, and mental reset tools all contribute.
• Supplements like ZAAG can help reduce allostatic load and improve recovery without relying solely on stimulants.
• Simple is powerful: Choose one habit to change, stabilize it, then stack the next one.

• Learn more about Adam’s supplement ZAAG
• Research on Allostasis & Allostatic Load
• HRV Tools: WHOOP, Oura, Garmin, etc.

Thanks for listening—see you next time on the Peak Performance Podcast!

Sponsors:

This episode is sponsored by The Longevity Center FL. Your one stop natural medicine shop. The LCFL is the perfect blend of Integrative, Osteopathic and Regenerative Health Care in West Palm Beach, FL.

Website: https://www.thelcfl.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelcfl.com

Credits:

Produced by Clearview Marketing Agency Filmed by Jackson Young @clearviewcreative

People:

• Website: https://peakperformancepodcast.online/
• On Instagram: @thepeakperformancepod
• On X: @PeakPerformPod
• Dr. K On Instagram @theosteodoc

Guest:

• Website: www.zaagsupplements.com
• On Instagram: @zaagsupplements