This episode is brought to you by ButcherBox and Cozy Earth.  Our modern society doesn’t always allow daily movement, eating whole foods, and prioritizing quality sleep. Yet we know these factors, among others, are critical for preventing chronic disease and increasing longevity. With all the content on movement, calories, and body composition, it can be challenging to sort through what we must implement and what we don’t have to expend as much energy avoiding. Whether you are just starting your wellness journey or looking to move to the next level, this episode is for you.  Today on The Dhru Purohit Podcast, Dhru sits down for round two with personal trainer and co-founder of Mind Pump Media, Sal Di Stefano, to get his expertise on losing belly fat, calorie counting, strength training, and community. Sal shares the latest research on forming healthy habits, movement, and cancer prevention. He also shares his best practices for strength training for beginners or those looking to optimize their workout routines. He also discusses the importance of sleep, critical supplements for recovery, and how to change our algorithms for optimal personal growth.  In this episode, Dhru and Sal dive into (audio version / Apple Subscriber version): Why you can’t lose belly fat (2:20 /2:20)The benefits from strength training (15:10 /12:19) Why bodybuilders have lower chances of cancer (17:00 /14:04)The overconsumption of ultra-processed foods globally and the connection to overeating (26:13 /24:00) The role of cortisol and stress in gaining belly fat (31:44 / 28:59)Profound changes after the age of 65 (50:15 / 47:28)Gyms as a source of community (55:25 /52:35)The appropriate way to train and the importance of moving each day (1:02:33 / 59:58)Sal’s suggestions for strength training for beginners, habit stacking, and protein intake (1:11:07 / 1:08:16)The best modalities to help with recovery (1:33:43 / 1:30:47) Alcohol consumption in moderation versus consumption for numbing (1;39:25 / 1:36:37)Demonization and politicization of wellness and exercise in the media (1:47:00 / 1:44:00)  Also mentioned in this episode: Mind Pump PodcastMAPS 15 Fitness ProgramsStudy on Sleep Regularity Right now, new members of ButcherBox receive New York Strip steaks for a year PLUS $20 off your first order. Go to butcherbox.com/DHRU to sign up and use code DHRU.  Right now, get 40% off your Cozy Earth sheets. Just head over to cozyearth.com and use code DHRUP. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.