#24 - Holistic approach to healthy living through Wim Hof Method and meditation
Health is so much more than just fitness and nutrition
Francesco Gatti is a true explorer of health and wellness in a holistic way. His explorations in the fields of DNA testing, nutrition, meditation and the Wim Hof Method are very informative and worth taking a note. Too often we focus only on the physical and superficial aspects of health and wellness. In this episode we scratch the surface a bit deeper on the mental and spiritual side too.
Topics discussed include:
Francesco Gatti - introduction
Francesco’s morning routine
Francesco’s journey to meditation, health & fitness
DNA testing and nutrition (Alessandro Ferretti)
Francesco’s experimentation with ketogenic diet and intermittent fasting / time restricted feeding
Nutrition for health and mind sharpness
Concept of “Not feeling heavy after a meal"
Balanced approach to nutrition - why it is better not to seek perfection but a nice balance
The Wim Hof method and how Francesco got into it
Wim Hof experience, retreat
Benefits of cold exposure and breathing exercise
Experience of climbing a winter mountain with only your shorts on
Connection between cold exposure and breathing
Francesco’s tips on how to get going with the Wim How method
Meditation and mindfulness as a lifestyle
Meditation and spiritual development
Osho active meditation
Meditation as a path to “beyond the mind"
Concept of active meditation
Francesco’s current meditation practice
Why it is important to be able to be silent with your thoughts
Experience of silent retreats
Francesco’s top tips for healthy and fulfilling life