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100NO 361: Ice baths, bungee jumping & heart rate

Marcus has recently finished facilitating The Wellness Breakthrough where attendees completed a rigorous breathwork session (facilitated by Guy Lawrence) and spent 2 minutes in an ice bath.
It got Damo & MP talking about our emotional range during times of stress and how we respond. Damo shares his bungee jumping experiences before the conversation turns to movement overall and finding out what works best for the individual.
Damo’s recent HIIT training has dramatically lowered his heart rate variability, which has him scratching his head.
*** LONGEVITY EXPERIENCE 2020 – SARDINIA & IKARIA ***
We are close to capacity for our trip to Ikaria and have just four spots left for our trip to Sardinia. For all information and to apply go to www.100notout.com
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100NO 360: Food Waste

Food Waste Horror
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100NO 359: Longevity Is Not Simple; Genes, Herbs, Food & More

We were blown away by our conversation with Ivo Pirisi on last week’s episode of 100 Not Out.
Ivo is our host at our Sardinian Longevity Experience in August, and if last week was anything to go by, we are going to learn a lot in Sardinia!
Ivo didn’t believe that longevity is as simple as purpose, movement and engagement, given that in Sardinia, every village is so different to the next.
So on this episode, we chat about what Ivo spoke about!
And … we also announced that with the impending 7th birthday of 100 Not Out (ep 364) we’ll be having a birthday party! That’s right, on Wednesday March 25 we’ll be having a screening of The Longevity Film in Melbourne. For all the details click here or go to –
https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/the-longevity-film-tickets-91731538501
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100NO 358: Sardinian Longevity Secrets with Ivo Pirisi

This episode is a mind-bender!
We are joined today by Ivo Pirisi – our host during the 100 Not Out Sardinian Longevity Experience.
Dr Ivo Pirisi holds a PHD in biology and a specialisation in nutrition. 
He worked as a researcher at the University of Cagliari (Sardinia – Italy) where he studied the metabolism of fats.
Dr Ivo spent his childhood and youth in a very small village of inner Sardinia, where the community relationships and bonds are still very strong and important.
Today Dr Ivo works with local communities, artisans, farmers, shepherds, and winegrowers, to develop programs on Sardinian Longevity and the Blue Zones.
It goes without saying we are so excited to go to Sardinia in August and spend 10 days with Ivo and the locals … and right now we have the great pleasure of speaking with Ivo – the founder of Tasting Sardinia – who joins us from Cagliari in Sardinia.
Ivo shares with us how every little village is different in Sardinia, and how the local diet is NOT a Mediterranean diet! We discuss genes, socialising and so much more on this enthralling episode.
To find out more about our Sardinian Longevity Experience, and to apply to join us, go to http://100notout.com/#sardinia
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100NO 357: Dave Asprey says we can live to 180 Not Out; Here’s what we say

A recent episode of Jay Shetty’s On Purpose podcast featured Bulletproof founder Dave Asprey.
The majority of the episode featured on Asprey’s belief that humans can become “Super Human” (the name of his latest book) and reach 180 years of age through the use of powerful biohacking techniques.
We discuss all of this and more on this episode. Can we live to 180? Do we want to live to 180? What are the consequences – positive and negative – of living to 180? And more.
*** 100 Not Out Longevity Experience ***
We don’t promise you’ll get to 180, but we do believe our trip to the Island where people forget to die  – the Greek island of Ikaria – will help you add years to your life and life to your years. In addition, we head to Sardinia this year for the first time – the Italian Blue Zone!
All dates and details are at www.100notout.com
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100NO 356: Four ways to become a better friend

What it takes to be considered a close friend is perhaps harder to attain than what you think (at least that was the case for us). But it’s not all that surprising.
On the back of Marcus finishing a section of the book, we discuss four key components of being a great friend.
The amount of quality time, ability to talk about the tough parts of life, and giving help rather than asking for permission to do so, are all key components, all of which get discussed on this episode of 100 Not Out.
*** BUCKET LIST TRIP OF A LIFETIME TO EUROPE COMING UP ***
Our fourth 100 Not Out Longevity Experiences takes place in August and September this year. Come to one or both Blue Zones as we head to Sardinia from August 19 to 28 and then to Ikaria from August 30 to September 8.
For all the info and to apply go to www.100notout.com
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100NO 355: Damo and MP reveal how they set their goals

This is the time of the year where it seems everyone is setting goals, and if not, being told to set goals.
But is there a single way to do it? Damian and Marcus have used different approaches over the years with varied results, and they share them on this edition of 100 Not Out.
Damian has already achieved one of his 2020 goals, which he shares with great excitement at the top of the show.
*** BUCKET LIST ***
For people that our attend our 100 Not Out Longevity Experience, it’s often been on the bucket list. A goal that is set a year or two out – or even longer for some. If this is your year to do some international travel with meaning, with a small like-minded group of incredible souls, we invite you to apply to join us as return to Ikaria and also go to Sardinia for the first time. Choose to join us at either one or both, it’s up to you. All the details at www.100notout.com
Photo by Isaac Smith on Unsplash
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100NO 354: Heartbreak, War Stories & Longevity with 99yo Bruce Robertson

Bruce Robertson’s dad died when he was three years of age. His Mum died whilst he was in Papua New Guinea, serving for Australia during World War 2. He’s had dengue fever, appendicitis, lived through the Depression years and experienced the ravages of war. Not just that, Bruce has played more than his part in preserving the freedom and civil liberties that we enjoy in Australia today.
His story has been featured by the Australian Air Force and serves as a reminder to all of us how lucky we really are. You can watch Video 1 here and Video 2 here.
At 2AM on the 1st of June 1942 Australian Air Force wireless operator Bruce Robertson picked up a Japanese morse code signal as Sydney Harbour was under attack by submarines.
If it wasn’t for Bruce’s quick thinking, the Australia we have come to know and love may not be what it is today.
At 99 years young and soon to celebrate his 100th Birthday, Bruce Robertson today lives a contented, independent and active life in Sydney’s Castle Hill region.
He played cricket into his 70s, still sings in the local choir, has plenty of friends and an incredible family. If it wasn’t for 100 Not Out listener Angela Fenton – who is Bruce’s granddaughter – it’s highly unlikely we’d be chatting to Bruce today – so thank you Angela.
To hear his incredible story we are thrilled to have Bruce Robertson join us today.
*** 2020 Mediterranean Longevity Experience to Sardinia & Ikaria – Applications Open ***
This year in August we make our first trip to the Italian Blue Zone of Sardinia and return to Ikaria for the fourth time. For all the details go to www.100notout.com
Just some of what to expect in Ikaria –
The activities attendees love
** Therma Hot Springs (arguably the oldest and most powerful hot springs in the world and written about by Hippocrates)
** Traditional Greek Essential Oil Workshop (we harvest our own wild rosemary or equally abundant herb, add it to the distiller, drink tea whilst it distills and come home with our own oil)
** Panigiri – This year we’ll be attending the local panigiri (festival) in Nas – right on the doorstep of where we are based. 
** Afianes Winery – Greek wine is renowned for its health properties. Afianes is arguably the oldest winery on the island and is even referred to by Homer in his writings.
** Mindblowing Hikes – Words don’t do justice to the natural beauty we encounter on our inspiring walks together.
** Ikarian Honey & Food Workshops – The foodies will love learning about some of the staples of the Ikarian diet.
** Harvest lunch on an Ikaria farm – Join us as we visit Ilias & Thea’s (our hosts) farm, harvesting the seasonal vegetables before walking home and cooking up a storm.
** Much more, including beach time, life-changing meals and conversations, rest-time to just soak it all in and some surprises we’d prefer to keep until you get there.
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100NO 353: Our most popular episode re-released – Jamie Oliver, Ikaria & Greek Dancing with Thea Parikos

On this episode (whilst we enjoy the final days of our annual break), we revisit the most downloaded episode ever. Was it because we spoke about Jamie Oliver, or was it because we were entranced by Thea Parikos and Ikaria, the island where people forget to die.
Listen in as we discuss longevity, the Jamie juggernaut, the magic of Ikaria and a whole lot more.
And if you want to experience this magic with us in 2020, you can apply to join us on our ten-day 100 Not Out Longevity Experience from August 30 to September 8. All details at www.100notout.com
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100NO 352: Damo’s 2020 wellness trends revealed! Vegan, Keto & More

Earlier this year on episode 302 of 100 Not Out Damian revealed his trends of 2019. It’s incredible how prophetic he is! He spoke of the rise and rise of vegan, the rise of food origin, and the rise of the keto diet. The year before he correctly spelled the death of the paleo diet from the mainstream vocabulary when it comes to diet.
So …
What’s in store for this year? Admittedly, we get a preoccupied for the first 10 to 15 minutes of this episode, but after that, Damian makes his predictions for what’s to come in the year ahead.
As always, after seven years of making his bold statements, this episode is not to be missed.
*** 2020 Longevity Experiences to Ikaria and Sardinia – Applications are OPEN ***
We are thrilled to be running not one, but two Longevity Experiences in 2020. Join us on one or both, as we make our first trip to the Sardinian Blue Zone, followed by our fourth trip to the Greek Island of Ikaria. Both Longevity Experiences are 10 days in duration, and joining us is by application only. All the details are at www.100notout.com
Photo by Stephan Henning on Unsplash
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100NO 351: Christmas Cheer & the art of “sucking it up”

Damo has some advice for anyone dreading spending Christmas with relatives or people they don’t like or get along with …
Suck it up.
This is not the time of year to get embroiled in meaningless arguments of who is right, who is wrong, and who is better. Christmas is a time of year to give thanks for life, no matter how messy it might be. This type of gratitude and presence is an artform in itself, and we don’t share this message whilst sitting upon our high horse. More than anything this philosophy is a work in progress for both of us.
Wishing you a safe, happy and healthy Christmas!
*** 2020 Longevity Experiences to Ikaria & Sardinia NOW OPEN ***
Perhaps the best Christmas gift you could give yourself is the trip of a lifetime to one – or two – Blue Zones in 2020. We make our debut in Sardinia and return to Ikaria for the fourth time. All details, and to apply, are at www.100notout.com
Photo by Mel Poole on Unsplash
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100NO 350: Special Edition – Damian Kristof At The 2019 Wellness Summit

We’ve reached a significant milestone at 100 Not Out – 350 episodes!
Thank you for your support of the podcast over almost seven years – we’ll have a bigger celebration when we hit 7 years in early 2020.
To celebrate this milestone we’re sharing with you Damian’s presentation at this year’s Wellness Summit.
It asks you to take even greater responsibility for your health by taking greater responsibility for your community.
If you know our message on 100 Not Out, it’s that engagement is a key nutrient to longevity. How engaged are you in life?
Damian explores this from a nutrition and lifestyle perspective in this presentation.
Want more? Why not join us on one or both of our 10-day Longevity Experience in Europe 2020.
Stop 1 is to Sardinia, the Italian Blue Zone from August 19 to 28. Apply at www.100notout.com
Stop 2 is to Ikaria, the Greek Island Blue Zone from August 30 to September 8. Come to one or both, it’s up to you!
By far these Longevity Experiences are the most magical and transformational events we run.
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