Jaime Schmidt, founder of Schmidt's Naturals and pickleball investor, joins Dr. Erik Korem to discuss how pickleball and training for pickleball has impacted her health and wellness. They also unpack how pickleball impacts longevity, mental health, and community wellness.

Armed with fresh scientific data, they explore why combining pickleball with basic resistance training can cut your mortality risk nearly in half, and why this accessible sport might be the key to transforming community health.

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Quotable moments:

"Everybody's happier on the court. We're just so lucky to be alive during this evolution of this fantastic new sport." - Jaime Schmidt

"The friendships I've developed from pickleball are like anything I've ever experienced." - Jaime Schmidt

"A lot of people play pickleball for exercise, but then there's others who will exercise for pickleball." - Jaime Schmidt

ABOUT THE BLUEPRINT PODCAST:

The BluePrint Podcast is for busy professionals and Household CEOs who care deeply about their families, career, and health. Host Dr. Erik Korem distills cutting edge-science, leadership, and life skills into simple tactics optimized for your busy lifestyle and goals. Dr. Korem interviews scientists, coaches, elite athletes, entrepreneurs, entertainers, and exceptional people to discuss science and practical skills you can implement to become the most healthy, resilient, and impactful version of yourself.

On a mission to equip people to pursue audacious goals, thrive in uncertainty, and live a healthy and fulfilled life, Dr. Erik Korem is a High-Performance pioneer. He introduced sports science and athlete-tracking technologies to collegiate and professional (NFL) football over a decade ago. He has worked with the National Football League, Power-5 NCAA programs, gold-medal Olympians, Nike, and the United States Department of Defense.

Erik is an expert in sleep and stress resilience. He is the Founder and CEO of AIM7, the #1 pickleball health and performance app that helps pickleball players win more, recovery faster, and prevent pain and injury.

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Did you know that expressing gratitude physically reshapes your brain? In this timely episode, I dive deep into the fascinating neuroscience behind gratitude and thanksgiving, revealing how these practices can transform your life, relationships, and leadership.

Drawing from neuroscience research and personal experience, I explore the subtle but powerful differences between gratitude, thankfulness, and thanksgiving, unpacking how each uniquely contributes to our wellbeing.

Learn:

• How specific brain regions activate when we experience genuine gratitude
• Why gratitude acts as a natural antidepressant in your brain
• The surprising link between thanksgiving and team performance
• Simple practices that build stronger neural pathways for positivity
• The hidden difference between being thankful and practicing thanksgiving

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Quotable moments:

"If you have a group of people that are truly grateful, they're going to work harder for each other." - Dr. Erik Korem

"Gratitude isn't just a feel-good thing. It actually involves specific neural mechanisms in our brain." - Dr. Erik Korem

"When we practice gratitude regularly, we're building stronger neural pathways, reinforcing those positive thought patterns." - Dr. Erik Korem

ABOUT THE BLUEPRINT PODCAST:

The BluePrint Podcast is for busy professionals and Household CEOs who care deeply about their families, career, and health. Host Dr. Erik Korem distills cutting edge-science, leadership, and life skills into simple tactics optimized for your busy lifestyle and goals. Dr. Korem interviews scientists, coaches, elite athletes, entrepreneurs, entertainers, and exceptional people to discuss science and practical skills you can implement to become the most healthy, resilient, and impactful version of yourself.

On a mission to equip people to pursue audacious goals, thrive in uncertainty, and live a healthy and fulfilled life, Dr. Erik Korem is a High-Performance pioneer. He introduced sports science and athlete-tracking technologies to collegiate and professional (NFL) football over a decade ago. He has worked with the National Football League, Power-5 NCAA programs, gold-medal Olympians, Nike, and the United States Department of Defense.

Erik is an expert in sleep and stress resilience. He is the Founder and CEO of AIM7, the #1 pickleball health and performance app that helps pickleball players win more, recovery faster, and prevent pain and injury.

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What does it really take to build a business from nothing?

Jamie Schmidt transformed her kitchen experiments into Schmidt's Naturals while balancing new parenthood and bootstrapping every step of the way. In this revealing conversation with Dr. Erik Korem, Jamie shares the raw truth about maintaining focus through constant pressure, making sacrifices, and trusting her intuition to scale a company to acquisition by Unilever.

For high performers seeking to elevate their game in business and life, Jamie offers honest insights about pushing through doubt, making decisive moves with limited resources, and staying true to your vision when everything feels overwhelming.

Learn:

• Her counterintuitive strategy that led to breakthrough growth
• How to maintain focus when you're wearing every hat in the business
• The truth about bootstrapping while balancing personal life
• When to trust your intuition over traditional business advice
• The distribution strategy that competitors were afraid to try

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Quotable moments:

"Say yes now, then figure out how." - Jamie Schmidt

"You can't be everything to everyone. If you try to do all of it, you're muddying up your brand." - Jamie Schmidt

"There's so much gut feeling that comes into play when you're an entrepreneur, it's just like you can't even explain it sometimes." - Jamie Schmidt

ABOUT THE BLUEPRINT PODCAST:

The BluePrint Podcast is for busy professionals and Household CEOs who care deeply about their families, career, and health. Host Dr. Erik Korem distills cutting edge-science, leadership, and life skills into simple tactics optimized for your busy lifestyle and goals. Dr. Korem interviews scientists, coaches, elite athletes, entrepreneurs, entertainers, and exceptional people to discuss science and practical skills you can implement to become the most healthy, resilient, and impactful version of yourself.

On a mission to equip people to pursue audacious goals, thrive in uncertainty, and live a healthy and fulfilled life, Dr. Erik Korem is a High-Performance pioneer. He introduced sports science and athlete-tracking technologies to collegiate and professional (NFL) football over a decade ago. He has worked with the National Football League, Power-5 NCAA programs, gold-medal Olympians, Nike, and the United States Department of Defense.

Erik is an expert in sleep and stress resilience. He is the Founder and CEO of AIM7, the #1 pickleball health and performance app that helps pickleball players win more, recovery faster, and prevent pain and injury.

SUPPORT & CONNECT

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Worried about losing your fitness over the holidays? In this timely episode, I share groundbreaking research that will ease your mind about reduced training frequency. Drawing from a fascinating 2024 study, I reveal how little exercise you actually need to maintain your gains during busy periods.

Whether you're traveling, hosting family, or simply need a break, you'll discover why taking time off might be less detrimental than you think – and could even work to your advantage.

Learn:

• The surprising amount of training needed to maintain muscle mass
• How your cardiovascular fitness responds to reduced workout frequency
• Why some people actually come back stronger after a break
• The critical difference between maintenance and complete inactivity
• The hidden opportunity in holiday fitness disruptions

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Paper: Effect of Different Reduced Training Frequencies after 12 Weeks of Concurrent Resistance and Aerobic Training on Muscle Strength and Morphology

Quotable moments:

"A little break might be less of a setback than you think." - Dr. Erik Korem "The key is intensity and consistency over the long term, not perfection every single day." - Dr. Erik Korem "Sometimes we need a mental break from the grind to kind of get us excited about training again." - Dr. Erik Korem

ABOUT THE BLUEPRINT PODCAST:

The BluePrint Podcast is for busy professionals and Household CEOs who care deeply about their families, career, and health. Host Dr. Erik Korem distills cutting edge-science, leadership, and life skills into simple tactics optimized for your busy lifestyle and goals. Dr. Korem interviews scientists, coaches, elite athletes, entrepreneurs, entertainers, and exceptional people to discuss science and practical skills you can implement to become the most healthy, resilient, and impactful version of yourself.

On a mission to equip people to pursue audacious goals, thrive in uncertainty, and live a healthy and fulfilled life, Dr. Erik Korem is a High-Performance pioneer. He introduced sports science and athlete-tracking technologies to collegiate and professional (NFL) football over a decade ago. He has worked with the National Football League, Power-5 NCAA programs, gold-medal Olympians, Nike, and the United States Department of Defense.

Erik is an expert in sleep and stress resilience. He is the Founder and CEO of AIM7, the #1 pickleball health and performance app that helps pickleball players win more, recovery faster, and prevent pain and injury.

SUPPORT & CONNECT

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

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Is personalized nutrition a scam?

We explore this topic with Pratik Patel, Health and Performance Coach to high performers.

In this eye-opening episode of The BluePrint, Pratik reveals why personalized nutrition isn't just a trend – it can be a game-changer for your health and performance.

Drawing from his experience as the former Director of Performance Nutrition for the New York Giants, Pratik breaks down the science behind nutrigenomics and blood work analysis.

Discover:

• Why generic nutrition advice might be holding you back
• The hidden health markers that could be sabotaging your goals
• How to leverage your genetic profile for optimal performance
• The surprising link between caffeine metabolism and your sleep
• Simple steps to start your personalized nutrition journey today

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Quotable moments:

"There's no one right answer for everybody. I think what it boils down to is... you're always going to be dictated by your schedule and all the responsibilities that you have." - Pratik Patel

"Intermittent fasting is a great tool to help people support their ability to stay healthy in a caloric deficit." - Pratik Patel

"The main thing I always try to do when I structure when I eat is where's the protein source coming from?" - Pratik Patel

ABOUT THE BLUEPRINT PODCAST:

The BluePrint Podcast is for busy professionals and Household CEOs who care deeply about their families, career, and health. Host Dr. Erik Korem distills cutting edge-science, leadership, and life skills into simple tactics optimized for your busy lifestyle and goals. Dr. Korem interviews scientists, coaches, elite athletes, entrepreneurs, entertainers, and exceptional people to discuss science and practical skills you can implement to become the most healthy, resilient, and impactful version of yourself.

On a mission to equip people to pursue audacious goals, thrive in uncertainty, and live a healthy and fulfilled life, Dr. Erik Korem is a High-Performance pioneer. He introduced sports science and athlete-tracking technologies to collegiate and professional (NFL) football over a decade ago. He has worked with the National Football League, Power-5 NCAA programs, gold-medal Olympians, Nike, and the United States Department of Defense.

Erik is an expert in sleep and stress resilience. He is the Founder and CEO of AIM7, a health and fitness app that unlocks the power of wearables by providing you with daily personalized recommendations to enhance your mind, body, and recovery.

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Did you know pickleball injuries cost Americans $377 million last year, with costs projected to reach half a billion dollars this year? In this episode, I reveal four evidence-based strategies to keep you on the court.

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Quotable moments:

"If you microwave the process, expect a microwave product - you will get injured." - Dr. Erik Korem

"Pickleball is not dangerous - but if you don't do the basics, you can expect to get injured." - Dr. Erik Korem

"Your muscles are just a dumb piece of meat - the nervous system tells them when and how to contract." - Dr. Erik Korem

ABOUT THE BLUEPRINT PODCAST:

The BluePrint Podcast is for busy professionals and Household CEOs who care deeply about their families, career, and health. Host Dr. Erik Korem distills cutting edge-science, leadership, and life skills into simple tactics optimized for your busy lifestyle and goals. Dr. Korem interviews scientists, coaches, elite athletes, entrepreneurs, entertainers, and exceptional people to discuss science and practical skills you can implement to become the most healthy, resilient, and impactful version of yourself.

On a mission to equip people to pursue audacious goals, thrive in uncertainty, and live a healthy and fulfilled life, Dr. Erik Korem is a High-Performance pioneer. He introduced sports science and athlete-tracking technologies to collegiate and professional (NFL) football over a decade ago. He has worked with the National Football League, Power-5 NCAA programs, gold-medal Olympians, Nike, and the United States Department of Defense.

Erik is an expert in sleep and stress resilience. He is the Founder and CEO of AIM7, the #1 pickleball health and performance app that helps pickleball players win more, recovery faster, and prevent pain and injury.

SUPPORT & CONNECT

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

Twitter - https://twitter.com/ErikKorem

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

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Think you know the secrets to better sleep? Think again. Dr. Erik Korem, founder of AIM7, reveals the three critical sleep factors most people overlook.

In this episode, Dr. Korem debunks common sleep myths and dives deep into the science of sleep optimization. He explains why focusing on sleep duration, onset, and consistency is more impactful than obsessing over deep or REM sleep.

Learn:

• Why the time you go to bed affects your mood
• The surprising risks of inconsistent sleep schedules
• How much sleep you really need for optimal health
• The key to unlocking your sleep's full potential

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Quotable moments:

"Most of us overestimate our sleep by about a half hour. So if you want to get seven, you really need to be in bed for like seven and a half." - Dr. Erik Korem

"People that go to bed earlier and wake up earlier had a 23 percent reduction in the risk of major depression." - Dr. Erik Korem

"Your body doesn't like that. It likes consistency. Social jet lag can lead to a greater incidence of depression, weight gain, increases in cardiometabolic risk factors." - Dr. Erik Korem

ABOUT THE BLUEPRINT PODCAST:

The BluePrint Podcast is for busy professionals and Household CEOs who care deeply about their families, career, and health. Host Dr. Erik Korem distills cutting edge-science, leadership, and life skills into simple tactics optimized for your busy lifestyle and goals. Dr. Korem interviews scientists, coaches, elite athletes, entrepreneurs, entertainers, and exceptional people to discuss science and practical skills you can implement to become the most healthy, resilient, and impactful version of yourself.

On a mission to equip people to pursue audacious goals, thrive in uncertainty, and live a healthy and fulfilled life, Dr. Erik Korem is a High-Performance pioneer. He introduced sports science and athlete-tracking technologies to collegiate and professional (NFL) football over a decade ago. He has worked with the National Football League, Power-5 NCAA programs, gold-medal Olympians, Nike, and the United States Department of Defense.

Erik is an expert in sleep and stress resilience. He is the Founder and CEO of AIM7, the #1 pickleball health and performance app that helps pickleball players win more, recovery faster, and prevent pain and injury.

SUPPORT & CONNECT

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

Twitter - https://twitter.com/ErikKorem

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