Breaking a hip after age 50 carries a shocking 50% chance of death within a year, yet conventional fitness and drugs fall dramatically short of fixing bone loss.

I sat down with Dr. John Jaquish, the biomedical engineer behind OsteoStrong and X3, to expose why weightlifting and cardio barely move the needle on bone health or real strength gains. We unpack how high-impact emulation safely triggers massive bone growth, why variable resistance builds far more muscle than barbells ever could, and the game-changing circadian approach to testosterone that delivers steroid-like benefits without the downsides.

John shares the personal story that drove him to invent OsteoStrong for his mother's osteoporosis, the exact loading threshold that stimulates bone growth, and why most gym routines waste time on joint stress instead of real adaptation. We also cover low-carb living, smart use of GLP-1 agonists for resetting cravings, and his upcoming sublingual testosterone protocol that mimics natural pulses for peak performance.

"The strongest guy in the world does not achieve the minimum to stimulate bone growth." - Dr. John Jaquish

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About Dr. John Jaquish:

Dr. John Jaquish is a biomedical engineer, Wall Street Journal bestselling author of Weightlifting Is a Waste of Time, and inventor of OsteoStrong and the X3 variable resistance system. Known as the Tony Stark of fitness, he challenges conventional training methods with data-driven devices that dramatically improve bone density, strength, and muscle growth for everyone from frail elderly to elite athletes.

Connect with Dr. John Jaquish:

- Website: https://www.doctorj.com

- X3 Bar: https://x3bar.com

- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JaquishBiomedical

- OsteoStrong: https://www.osteostrong.me

Connect with Chris Burres:

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- Website: http://www.livebeyondthenorms.com/

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisburres/

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- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisburres/

Disclaimer
The content shared in this podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice of any kind, nor does it include any specific claims or guarantees. The views expressed are based on personal experiences, research, and individual perspectives, and are meant to inspire and inform listeners on topics related to wellness, lifestyle, and personal development.

We strongly encourage all listeners to consult with a qualified professional or licensed expert before making any decisions related to health, finances, or other sensitive areas of life. Thank you for tuning in—and for taking proactive steps toward a more informed, intentional life.

A single camping trip triggered years of rapid decline, mysterious hair loss, brain fog, and bedridden days, yet one woman turned it around without antibiotics and rebuilt her life.

I sat down with Erika Schlick, who battled celiac disease, Lyme disease, mold toxicity, multiple autoimmune issues, and finally lipedema. She shares how gluten sparked alopecia, why traditional doctors dismissed chronic Lyme, and how shifting to an autoimmune paleo protocol gave her the first real clarity.

We talk about ozone therapy, herbal frequency tinctures, plasmapheresis, and the stem cell treatment that cleared her Lyme symptoms but unexpectedly triggered massive weight gain, leading to her lipedema diagnosis.

Erika also opens up about the dark emotional days, the power of nervous system regulation, and why listening to your body beats blindly following popular trends.

“Listen to your body. If something doesn’t feel right, don’t keep doing it just because someone said you should.” - Erika Schlick

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About Erika Schlick:

Erika Schlick is a certified health coach, nationally recognized cookbook author, and founder of Full Circle Media, a marketing agency for health professionals. After overcoming celiac disease, Lyme disease, mold toxicity, lipedema, and multiple autoimmune conditions through functional medicine and lifestyle changes, she now helps others navigate complex health journeys with real food, low-toxin living, and personalized protocols.

Connect with Erika Schlick:

- Website - https://thetrailtohealth.com

- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thetrailtohealth

- Podcast - https://thetrailtohealth.com/podcast

- Agency - https://fullcirclemedia.co

Connect with Chris Burres:

- Website: https://www.myvitalc.com/

- Website: http://www.livebeyondthenorms.com/

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisburres/

- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@myvitalc

- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisburres/

Disclaimer
The content shared in this podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice of any kind, nor does it include any specific claims or guarantees. The views expressed are based on personal experiences, research, and individual perspectives, and are meant to inspire and inform listeners on topics related to wellness, lifestyle, and personal development.

We strongly encourage all listeners to consult with a qualified professional or licensed expert before making any decisions related to health, finances, or other sensitive areas of life. Thank you for tuning in—and for taking proactive steps toward a more informed, intentional life.

Ancient humans ate dirt-covered root vegetables and fermented foods loaded with bacterial fragments, and that constant low exposure could explain why modern hygiene is backfiring on our health.

I had a great conversation with Dr. Steven Gundry about lipopolysaccharides, those inflammatory molecules from gram-negative bacteria that trigger massive immune reactions when injected, yet seem to calm the system when we eat tiny amounts from plants, spices, grains, and soil. He explains why he once cursed LPS in earlier books but now sees real benefits from controlled oral exposure, how fermentation has always neutralized harmful lectins, and why pastured chicken is finally becoming easier to find.

We also touch on the hygiene hypothesis, kids eating dirt, dog owners having better microbiomes, and why over-cleanliness might be leaving our immune systems untrained.

"Bacteria are not bad in and of themselves. As long as there's a balance and the terrain is in balance, then the good guys never overwhelm the bad guys." - Dr. Steven Gundry

About Dr. Steven Gundry:

Dr. Steven Gundry is a world-renowned cardiac surgeon, researcher, and pioneer in nutrition science. Author of multiple New York Times bestsellers, including The Plant Paradox and The Longevity Paradox, his latest book, The Gut Brain Paradox, explores how the microbiome drives mood, cognition, and chronic disease. Through his clinics in Palm Springs and Santa Barbara and his company Gundry MD, he helps thousands reclaim energy, reverse autoimmunity, and rebuild the gut-brain connection through evidence-based nutrition and lifestyle protocols.

Connect with Dr. Steven Gundry

- Website - https://drgundry.com/

- YouTube - https://youtube.com/drgundry

- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drstevengundry

- Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dr-gundry-podcast/id1434371530

Connect with Chris Burres:

- Website: https://www.myvitalc.com/

- Website: http://www.livebeyondthenorms.com/

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisburres/

- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@myvitalc

- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisburres/