P. D. Mangan
Private health and fitness optimization coaching for high-performing men and women.
All Topics discussed by P. D. Mangan
Topics discussed by P. D. Mangan in books and podcast appearances.
Aging
Slow down the process...and age gracefully! Aging is inevitable. Everyone will face it sooner or later. There are, however, things that can be done to slow the aging process and keep one's body...
Heart Disease
Take care of your heart with kid gloves! Every year, about 610,000 people die from heart disease, making it the leading cause of death for both men and women in the US. Heart disease can...
Cancer
There is hope that one day cancer will be a thing of the past! Cancer is a debilitating disease that takes the lives of many people every year. It is characterized by the uncontrolled growth of abnormal cells in...
Neurological Health Issues
Help is available... There are many neurological health issues that can affect humans. Some of the more common ones include Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, and...
Diabetes
Monitor your diabetes! Diabetes is a serious medical condition that affects millions of people all over the world. It occurs when the body either doesn’t produce enough...
Obesity
Make changes in your lifestyle and diet... Obesity has become a major health problem in the United States. More than two-thirds of adults and one-third of children are considered obese or...
Weight Lifting
How much can you lift? Weight lifting is an exercise used to strengthen the muscles in the body with resistance. Weight lifting can be done with machines, free weights...
Resistance Training
Strength and growth come through continuous effort and struggle! Resistance training exercises can be any technique in which muscle contracts against some type of resistance. Common techniques for resistance...
HIIT
HIIT hard or go home! High-intensity interval training (HIIT) is a type of cardio that involves intermittent sprinting through exercises with little to no rest between...
Health Issues
Tackle health issues head on! Health challenges are one of the main problems that people face today. There are various health issues that people suffer from, ranging from minor...
Men's Health
Take care of your body, it's the only one you have! Men's health is a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, as experienced by men, and not merely the absence of disease or...
Supplements
Incorporate supplements into your diet! Supplements are products that are taken orally in the form of pills, capsules, powders, or liquids. They are designed to supplement the diet and...
Muscle Building
Let the gains begin! There are many benefits to muscle building. Not only can it help to improve your overall health, but it can also help to increase your strength and...
Longevity
I want to live forever! Longevity refers to the length of time a particular species can live and produce offspring. In humans, longevity is often measured by life...
Sex
The truth about sex... The physical benefits of sexual activity are well-known. It can help reduce stress, improve sleep quality, and increase overall feelings of happiness...
Skin
Healthy and glowing skin starts here! The skin is the largest organ of the human body. It protects us from the environment, regulates our temperature, and allows us to feel sensations....
Hair
Love is in the hair! Hair is one of the defining characteristics of mammals. The human body, apart from areas of glabrous skin, is covered in follicles that produce thick...
Diets
Get guidance on how to stick to your diet! A diet is a plan of eating and drinking where the person follows a specific set of rules in order to lose, gain, or maintain their weight. There are...
Fasting
What pattern of eating are you following? Fasting has been practiced throughout history for religious, spiritual, and health reasons. In recent years, fasting has become a popular weight loss...
Biohacking
Hack your body to reach a peak state of mind and physical performance! Biohacking is a term used to describe the process of making changes to your body, through either physical or biological means, in order to improve...
Fatigue
Everyone has their moments of fatigue... Fatigue is a feeling of tiredness, weariness, or exhaustion. It can be acute (short term) or chronic (long term). Acute fatigue is the most...
Testing
Have you got yourself tested? Health tests are important tools that help doctors screen for and diagnose health conditions. They can also be used to monitor the progression of a...
Energy
Energy is the essence of life! Energy is what gives us the ability to be alive and do work. It is present in all living things and is essential for our survival. Our bodies need...
Carbohydrates
Choose your carbs wisely! Carbohydrates are one of the three macronutrients (along with fat and protein) and are a vital part of a healthy diet. They are found in a variety of...
Protein
Have you had your daily allowance of protein? Protein is a macronutrient that is essential to the human diet. It is made up of amino acids, which are the building blocks of the body. Protein...
Fat
A dose of healthy fats is essential for a healthy diet! Fat is a type of nutrient found in many foods. Fat helps your body absorb vitamins A, D, E, and K. It also provides energy and makes food taste...
Sleep
As human beings we sleep approximately one third of our lives. Optimize your sleep, so that when you wake up you are reenergized to take the day by storm! Sleep is a natural and necessary part of life that aids in the recovery and rejuvenation of the body. The importance of sleep cannot be stressed...
