Wild Primal Health

When Cancer Runs in the Family: How to Stack the Odds in Your Favor

If cancer has touched your family, you already know how much of a shadow it can cast. Maybe it was a parent, a grandparent, or even a sibling. The thought might even cross your mind: Am I next? It’s a heavy question—but here’s the good news: while you can’t change your genetics, you can change how you live. And that lifestyle can make a huge difference when it comes to tipping the odds in your favor.

A Primal Approach to Fat Loss for Men In Their 30s and 40s Who Are Done With Gimmicks

Let’s face it: if you’re a man who’s been fighting stubborn chest and belly fat, chances are you’ve already tried just about everything. Extreme workouts. Low-fat diets. Supplements. Starving yourself until dinner only to end up bingeing on chips and guilt. And yet… the fat is still there the next day.

You’re not broken. You’re just stuck in a system that was never designed to help you thrive.

From Frustration to Freedom: How I Finally Lost Fat, Gained Energy, and Found a Natural Way to Thrive

When people see me today — offering health coaching, talking about natural fitness, feeling strong and energetic — I sometimes sense a common thought running through their heads:

“He must have always been fit. Probably just good genetics. Probably never struggled like I do.”

I get it. I might have thought the same thing if I were in your shoes.
But the truth? I’ve absolutely struggled. And I’m so glad I did.

(Click here to check out one of the books that changed my life.)

Why Slowing Down Your Workouts Is the Key to Burning Fat, Building Muscle, and Boosting Longevity

A review of Chapter 6 from Born to Walk by Mark Sisson and Brad Kearns

We’ve been conditioned to believe that if we want to get lean, strong, and healthy, we need to go hard. Push ourselves to the limit. Outwork everyone else. And if we’re not exhausted by the end of a workout, we didn’t try hard enough.

That was my mindset for years—until I came across the concept of building an aerobic base, introduced in Born to Walk. My initial reaction? “That’s freakin’ crazy!” Everything I had learned about fitness said the opposite.

But when I slowed down, everything changed.

We’re Wired for Joy, But Living for Hits: How Dopamine Is Stealing Fulfillment

A Chapter 5 Review from “Born to Walk” by Mark Sisson and Brad Kearns

We’re living in a time where it’s easier than ever to feel good for a moment—but harder than ever to feel fulfilled. If you’ve ever caught yourself endlessly scrolling, reaching for snacks you didn’t plan to eat, or wondering why achievement feels so hollow these days, you’re not alone. In Chapter 5 of Born to Walk, authors Mark Sisson and Brad Kearns break down why our modern world hijacks our pleasure systems—and what we can do to reclaim the deep joy we’re wired for.

The Truth About Exercise Intensity: Finding the Sweet Spot for Health and Longevity

Many people believe that the harder they push during workouts, the healthier and fitter they will become. However, Chapter 4 of Born to Walk by Mark Sisson and Brad Kearns challenges this notion. Instead of constantly pushing to the limit, the key to optimal health lies in balancing exercise intensity, avoiding chronic cardio, and aligning workouts with long-term health and longevity.

The Hidden Dangers of Modern Shoes: How Barefoot Walking and Minimalist Shoes Can Restore Foot Health

Introduction

Modern shoes have been unknowingly designed to destroy our feet. While they may look stylish and promise comfort, they actually weaken our natural foot mechanics, disrupt posture, and contribute to chronic pain. If you’ve ever experienced plantar fasciitis, weak arches, or foot discomfort, your shoes may be the hidden culprit.

In this post, we’ll explore how modern footwear damages our feet, why barefoot walking and minimalist shoes are the answer, and how you can restore foot strength and overall movement health.

Walking: The Forgotten Key to Fat Loss and Longevity

Most people think of exercise in terms of burning calories, pushing limits, and grinding through tough workouts. But what if the most powerful tool for long-term health and fat loss was something far simpler? In Born to Walk, Mark Sisson and Brad Kearns argue that walking is as fundamental to health as sleep and nutritious food. Let’s explore key insights from the book’s first two chapters and what they mean for you.

Could This One Toxic Ingredient Be the Reason for Your Fatigue, Weight Gain, and Headaches?

What if the headaches, fatigue, stubborn belly fat, and sluggish metabolism you’ve been battling aren’t just random symptoms—but signs of something deeper? What if one common ingredient, lurking in nearly everything we eat, is silently wrecking your health?

Why Exercise Alone Won’t Burn Stubborn Chest and Belly Fat—and What Actually Works

The Myth of “Burning Off” Stubborn Fat with More Exercise

Every January, gyms overflow with people determined to “burn off” their unwanted fat. They commit to hour-long workouts, grueling routines, and endless miles on the treadmill, all with the hope of finally shedding stubborn chest and belly fat. Yet months later, many find themselves in the same frustrating place: the fat isn’t gone, and the cycle of disappointment begins again.

So, why doesn’t increasing exercise deliver the results we expect? The answer lies in challenging one of the most pervasive myths in fitness: the idea that more exercise equals fat loss.