Balancing Life, Recovery, and Peak Performance with CrossFit Champion, Dr. David Hippensteel

Join Dr. Mike Mallin, MD, and Dr. David Hippensteel, DMD, in this episode of the Wild Health Podcast as they dive deep into the world of sports, mindset, and the secrets to achieving optimal health and longevity. Together, they explore the paramount importance of recovery and how it evolves over time. As the body ages and injuries arise, David learned to listen to the signs and grant his body ample time to rest. Learn why this seemingly counterintuitive approach became the easiest and most natural path to healing, proving that taking time off doesn't make you worse—it actually makes you better. Discover the delicate balance of adding stressors in just the right amount to optimize the body's adaptive response. Gain insights into how this knowledge can revolutionize your approach to achieving peak performance while safeguarding your overall well-being. Uncover the crucial interplay between training, focus, normal life, and recovery. David shares his unique daily schedule and diet, offering valuable lessons on how to ensure your behavior and programming foster progress without causing irreversible damage. As a true pioneer in the field, David views himself as an orthopedic longevity experiment, specifically examining how the body responds to Crossfit in the long run. Listen as he reflects on his journey, highlighting the lessons learned and the potential adjustments he might have made along the way.