In this deeply personal episode of "Pushing the Limits," Lisa Tamati shares her journey through the health sector, combining her expertise as a former professional ultra-endurance athlete with her role as a dedicated caregiver. Drawing on years of clinical research and personal experience caring for her mother through a series of health crises over the past decade, facing insurmountable odds over and over again—Lisa offers invaluable insights on brain rehabilitation, cancer therapies and insights, health optimisation and prevention strategies, mental toughness, and the importance of self-care.
Discussion Topics Include:
Personal Journey & Background:
How 25 years as an ultra-endurance athlete molded her resilience and approach to health.
Transitioning from extreme sports to optimising health for herself, her mother, and her clients.
Caring for Her Mother:
Overcoming daunting challenges (aneurysm, stroke, cancer, gut issues, infections, fractures) through relentless research and personalised protocols.
The emotional and physical toll of 24/7 care while running multiple businesses and why keeping her mother at home remains a priority.
Mindset & Mental Toughness:
Strategies for cultivating mental resilience amid overwhelming challenges.
Practical tips for self-care and prioritising tasks to avoid caregiver burnout.
Navigating the Medical System:
The limitations of conventional medicine and the importance of thinking for yourself.
How to build a strong, supportive team around you.
Continuous Learning & Innovation:
The role of ongoing education in applying the latest health research to real-life challenges.
Integrating clinical practice with cutting-edge health optimisation techniques.
Join Lisa for an inspiring and honest conversation that blends personal stories with actionable advice for anyone facing caregiving challenges or seeking to optimise their own health and resilience.
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Dr. Rod Claycomb on Rejuvenate
Dr. Dayan Goodenowe on Plasmalogens
Dr. Ross Pelton on Dr Ohhira's Probiotic
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