In this episode, Craig Caudill sits down with Dr. Scott Hardin for a thoughtful conversation on what it really means to live well, not just live longer.

• You can find Dr. Hardin at his website
• You can find some insight into the 20-5-3 concept, here
• Check out the protocol from Prolon Life that Dr. Hardin discussed here. You can use code SCOTTHARDIN50 for a fantastic discount.

Rather than focusing on lifespan alone, this discussion centers on extending health span, the ability to stay strong, capable, and mentally sharp as we age. Dr. Hardin breaks down the core principles of lifestyle medicine and explains how modern convenience, ultra processed foods, and sedentary habits quietly erode long term health.

Craig and Dr. Hardin also share a mutual appreciation for judo and discuss how purposeful movement practices build strength, balance, coordination, and resilience across a lifetime. Judo serves as a powerful example of movement as medicine and highlights why functional, skill based movement often outperforms machines and isolated exercises.

The conversation expands into the importance of embracing healthy discomfort, inspired by ideas similar to those found in The Comfort Crisis. Dr. Hardin explains why discomfort is not something to avoid, but something the human body needs in measured doses to remain adaptable and resilient.

Additional topics include:

• The pillars of lifestyle medicine and where most people fall short
• Movement as medicine and why hiking, rucking, and outdoor activity matter
• Shinrin yoku or forest bathing and the science behind nature based health
• Ultra processed foods and why dietary fiber is the most common nutritional deficiency
• Hydration, minerals, and electrolytes and why water alone is not always enough
• Blue Zones and what long lived cultures consistently get right

This is a practical, grounded conversation focused on real world application. No extreme protocols. No hype. Just sound principles that support long term health and capability.

If you care about aging well, staying physically capable, and building a body that supports an active, meaningful life, this episode is for you.

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How to sharpen your skills, shift your mindset, and thrive in wild places.

Craig Caudill sits down with survival expert Kevin Estela to unpack his new book Beyond the Field, a deep dive into wilderness living, hunter’s mindset, and leadership in the outdoors. If you're ready to do more than survive, and truly thrive in the wild, this one’s for you.

• Kevin Estela's Website, Click HERE
• Kevin's new book, Beyond the Field, Click HERE

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Every year, Search and Rescue (SAR) teams risk their lives to save outdoor enthusiasts who find themselves in trouble. In 2024 alone, SAR teams have responded to numerous critical incidents—many of which could have been prevented.

In this episode, Craig Caudill sits down with Tracy Trimble, an experienced SAR volunteer and Nature Reliance School instructor, to break down the real-life lessons from this year’s rescues. From lost hikers to high-risk cliff falls, we uncover the most common mistakes that lead to emergencies—and, more importantly, how you can avoid becoming a statistic. These data points were gathered through Wolfe County Search and Rescue. See please a link for the ALL volunteer team and consider a donation for their incredible work.

Join us for an eye-opening discussion on:
✅ The biggest trends in 2024 SAR operations
✅ What truly happens when a rescue call goes out
✅ The key survival mistakes that put people at risk
✅ Practical tips to stay safe in the backcountry

Whether you’re a seasoned outdoorsman or just starting your journey into the wild, this episode is packed with must-know survival insights that could save your life. Tune in now!

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