{"podcast":{"title":"Optimal Health Daily - Fitness and Nutrition","slug":"optimal-health-daily-fitness-and-nutrition-323906","podcast_index_feed_id":323906,"rss_url":"https://feeds.megaphone.fm/OLD4549284412","website_url":"https://oldpodcast.com","image_url":"https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/179f5c46-1733-11ec-86d8-6fde4865f964/image/OLD-Cover-Health-3000.jpg?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&max-w=3000&max-h=3000&fit=crop&auto=format,compress","author":"Optimal Living Daily LLC","episode_count":3478,"summary":"Optimal Health Daily, hosted by the esteemed Dr. Neal Malik, a tenured professor, registered dietitian nutritionist, and certified exercise physiologist, is a treasure trove of health and wellness insights. Dr. Neal delves into the latest research and timeless wisdom in nutrition, fitness, and diet, presenting them in easy-to-understand, digestible episodes. His expertise shines through as he handpicks and narrates the most informative and inspiring blog posts, offering practical tips and motivational stories to help listeners on their journey to optimal health. Each episode is a blend of science-based information and real-life application, making it a unique resource for anyone looking to improve their health and wellbeing. Dr. Malik's approach is holistic and inclusive, recognizing the importance of balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness. By focusing on diet, fitness, and nutrition, each episode provides you with the tools needed to achieve your health goals. His engaging narration and the podcast's diverse range of topics make it an essential daily listen for you as you seek to lead a healthier, more balanced life. This podcast is designed for those passio…","last_synced_at":"2026-07-26T06:20:20.383708+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/optimal-health-daily-fitness-and-nutrition-323906"},"episode":{"title":"3458: Building With Bands: Benefits and Gaining Muscle With This Underrated Tool by Eric Leija on Muscle Building","slug":"3458-building-with-bands-benefits-and-gaining-muscle-with-this-underrated-tool-by-eric-leija-on-muscle-building","published_at":"2026-07-08T07:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/optimal-health-daily-fitness-and-nutrition-323906/3458-building-with-bands-benefits-and-gaining-muscle-with-this-underrated-tool-by-eric-leija-on-muscle-building","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/optimal-health-daily-fitness-and-nutrition-323906","url":"https://traffic.megaphone.fm/OLD4203876423.mp3","audio_url":"https://traffic.megaphone.fm/OLD4203876423.mp3","summary":"Get the 200+ Page Optimal Living Daily Workbook (PDF) — Free. Want to turn today’s episode into an actionable plan? Join the Optimal Living Weekly newsletter and I’ll send you our 200-page digital workbook immediately. It’s packed with the best takeaways from the show, formatted for easy reading and implementation at home. Get your free PDF workbook here: ⁠https://oldpodcast.eo.page/join⁠ Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes and learn more at:⁠ OLDPodcast.com⁠. Episode 3458: Eric Leija breaks down why resistance bands deserve a place in any muscle-building routine, from their versatility and portability to their ability to create continuous tension and support recovery. Learn how to use bands for real strength and hypertrophy gains, including the ideal rep ranges and the power of eccentric training. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.ericleija.com/building-with-bands-benefits-gaining-muscle-with-this-underrated-tool/ Quotes to ponder: \"Bands are also epic for helping you make progress with difficult exercises.\" \"Studies show that eccentric training produces significantly more muscle growth than standard training, and these movements are easily done with bands just as well as with weights.\" \"The key to gaining muscle with bands is similar to gaining with standard weights: you want to find a resistance that is challenging to complete 8-12 reps with.\" Episode references: Eccentric Training Research Overview: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28486337/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices","meta_description":"Get the 200+ Page Optimal Living Daily Workbook (PDF) — Free. Want to turn today’s episode into an actionable plan? 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