The Power of Osteopathy and Heart Rate Variability: Unlocking Optimal Health and Well-being with Greg Elliott

Are you curious about osteopathy? did you know that osteopathy is more than just bones? and how does osteopathy impact Heart Rate Variability? In today's fast-paced world, it is essential to prioritize our health and well-being. But with so many different approaches and treatments available, finding the most effective and comprehensive solution can be overwhelming. Osteopathy, a holistic manual therapy, combined with the analysis of Heart Rate Variability (HRV), offers a powerful and integrative approach to achieving optimal health.  In today’s episode, Greg Elliot is an osteopath and exercise physiologist based in Vancouver, Canada. He is passionate about helping his clients achieve optimal health and well-being through a holistic approach that addresses the physical, emotional, and social aspects of their lives. Curious about osteopathy? This episode is perfect for you! Let’s discover the power of this complete form of manual therapy with Greg and gain insights into how osteopathy can address more than just bones and promote overall well-being! "It's about making sure that the individual feel taken care of and they feel heard" - Greg Elliot Topics Covered: 00:07 - Definition of osteopathy 03:45 - Osteopathy's holistic approach to treating the whole person 05:24 - Explanation of heart rate variability (HRV) 09:48 - HRV as an indicator of physical, emotional, social, and spiritual health 20:05 - Practicality of improving HRV and the need for detailed analysis 21:39 - Low hanging fruit for individual and need for referrals 22:08 - Importance of taking care of clients and empowering them 26:17 - Stress is natural but becomes negative when chronic 28:46 - Warning signs of stress 29:36 - Objective markers of high stress 33:02 - Chronic protection mode leads to body working against you 34:19 - Understanding the mental component of stress 35:19 - Stress reactions vary based on individual response 36:23 - Bring body into relaxation before making changes 40:09 - Framework for health: physiological needs as foundation 43:01 - The concept of safety and its impact on health. 47:51 - Definition of health and adds the importance of confidence. 50:53 - Greg Elliot emphasizes that individuals have control over their health and well-being. Key Takeaways: Importance of shifting into parasympathetic state for recovery Impact of HRV on addiction, social isolation, and spiritual health Importance of understanding the link between HRV and osteopathy How HRV was discovered and its connection to stress management Factors impacting HRV and the importance of addressing each Signs of chronic fight or flight state: fatigue, anxiety, sleep problems Signs of being in protection mode: worst case scenarios, self-sabotaging behavior Example of controlled stress: radiation exposure study Greg Elliot discusses the importance of physical well-being and safety. Impact of HRV on addiction, social isolation, and spiritual health Connect with Greg Elliott: Website Instagram Threads LinkedIn Connect with Sherry Shaban: ⁠Website⁠ ⁠Facebook⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠Twitter⁠ ⁠TikTok⁠ ⁠LinkedIn⁠ ⁠YouTube Join me November 25 - December 2, 2023, for the most transformative week of your life at the breathtaking Osa Peninsula, Costa Rica, where you will experience the most liberating Exclusive Transformational Wellness Workshop and Retreat on the planet. To win a $500 Voucher, Subscribe & Leave a Review and email a screenshot of your review to [email protected], so I know who you are!  Keep it up, Athletes! Sherry