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A Balanced Life
by Dr. Christopher Byles EdD
A Balanced Life is a podcast dedicated to helping you create harmony in your mind, body, and everyday life. In a world that often glorifies hustle and burnout, this show offers a more sustainable approach to wellness. Through thoughtful conversations, expert insights, and real-life experiences, each episode explores physical health, mental well-being, mindfulness, and personal growth. A Balanced Life focuses on practical habits, self-awareness, and intentional living—helping you find balance without pressure, extremes, or perfection. Tune in Every Friday.
Episodes
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Healing Starts Within: Nutrition & Mental Wellness
Welcome to the Season Finale of A Balanced Life. In this powerful episode, we explore a connection many people overlook: the link between nutrition and mental health. From energy levels and brain fog to mood, stress, focus, and emotional balance — what we eat can influence how we feel more than…
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Not Everything Deserves Access to Your Mind
In today’s world, we are constantly surrounded by noise. Opinions. Notifications. Stress. Endless scrolling. Constant input. And after a while… your mind starts carrying more than it was ever meant to hold. In this episode of A Balanced Life podcast, we are talking about something that is deeply...
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Your Attention Is Being Stolen (And It’s Affecting Your Health)
Have you ever picked up your phone for a quick check… and suddenly lost 20 minutes? Or felt mentally drained—even though you didn’t really do anything? In this episode of A Balanced Life podcast, we’re talking about something that’s quietly affecting your energy, your focus, and your overall...
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Fuel Your Body Right: Why What You Eat Affects Everything
In this episode, we’re talking about one of the most important—but often overlooked—parts of your health and wellness journey… how you fuel your body. Because you can stay consistent… you can even get enough rest… but if your body is not properly fueled, your energy, focus, and results will…
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Momentum isn’t just about starting strong
In this episode, we’re talking about what it really takes to keep going… even when you feel tired, distracted, or unsure if it’s working. Because the truth is, most people don’t fail from lack of ability — they stop from lack of momentum. We break down: • Why momentum matters more than motivation…
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Muscle Building for Health - Not Just Looks
In today’s episode, we’re shifting the conversation around muscle building from aesthetics to overall wellness. While many people associate strength training with appearance, the real benefits go far deeper—impacting your metabolism, longevity, mental health, and daily quality of life. We break...
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Unlocking Your Metabolism: The Signals You’ve Been Missing
Your metabolism is talking — are you listening?In this episode of A Balanced Life, we break down what metabolic health really means and why it’s become one of the biggest wellness trends of the year. From energy crashes and cravings to blood sugar balance and hormone harmony, we explore the…
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THE ABSORPTION GAP
You are what you eat" is only half the story. The real truth? You are what you absorb. Welcome to A Balanced Life, where we’re closing the distance between the nutrients you take in and the energy you actually feel. In this season, The Absorption Gap, we’re putting your gut health through a total...
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THE TRUTH ABOUT SUPPLEMENTS: HOW TO CHOOSE QUALITY PRODUCTS
The supplement industry is a multi-billion-dollar market—but not all supplements are created equal. In this episode of A Balanced Life, Dr. Chris Byles breaks down the truth about supplements and what you need to know before spending your money on health products. With thousands of brands making...
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“Metabolic Health & Muscle Medicine: Why Muscle Is the Most Powerful Organ for Longevity”
In this episode of A Balanced Life Podcast, Dr. Chris Byles explores the powerful connection between metabolic health and muscle medicine. Research shows that skeletal muscle is one of the most important organs for regulating blood sugar, preventing chronic disease, and extending healthspan. Dr....
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Sedentary & Stressed: The Hidden Risk You’re Ignoring
Is sitting quietly shortening your life? In this episode of A Balanced Life, Dr. Chris Byles—Master’s-trained Exercise Scientist and Doctoral Candidate in Kinesiology—breaks down the science behind the statement “sitting is the new smoking.” We explore how prolonged sitting impacts metabolism,...
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YOUR NERVOUS SYSTEM IS RUNNING YOUR LIFE!
What if your stress, your focus, your cravings, your motivation… even your relationships… aren’t about willpower at all? What if your nervous system is actually in charge? In this episode, we unpack how your nervous system quietly shapes your daily decisions — from how you respond to conflict, to...
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LONGEVITY AND PREVENTION
What if the key to living longer isn’t just adding years to your life—but adding life to your years? In this episode of A Balanced Life, Dr. Chris Byles breaks down the science of longevity and prevention through the lens of exercise physiology, metabolic health, and lifestyle medicine. With a...
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CREATINE AND HEALTHY AGING
Creatine is one of the most researched and most misunderstood supplements in health and fitness. In this episode of A Balanced Life, Dr. Chris Byles breaks down the science behind creatine and explains why it’s far more than just a “gym supplement.” You’ll learn how creatine supports strength,...
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FIBER AND LONGEVITY: THE NUTRIENT YOU'VE BEEN IGNORING
In this episode of A Balanced Life, Dr. Chris Byles breaks down why fiber is essential for gut health, stable energy, blood sugar control, heart health, and long-term longevity. Backed by research from leading medical journals like The BMJ (British Medical Journal), this episode explains what…
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SLEEP TO RESET YOUR BODY
In this episode, we will dive into the importance of sleep for a healthy life.
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HYDRATION, ELECTROLYTES & EATING YOUR WATER
In this episode, we break down what hydration really means, why electrolytes matter, and how dehydration quietly impacts energy, focus, recovery, weight management, and overall performance often without obvious symptoms. We explore: The difference between drinking water and staying hydrated Why...
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The Science of Protein: Building Muscle, Recovery, and Longevity
In this episode of A Balanced Life, Dr. Chris Byles breaks down everything you need to know about protein—without the hype or confusion. From muscle growth and recovery to metabolism, weight management, and overall health, protein plays a critical role at every stage of life. But how much do you...
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Finding Balance in a World That Never Slows Down
In the very first episode of A Balanced Life, we lay the foundation for what balance really means and why it’s no longer optional in today’s fast-paced world. Hosted by Dr. Chris Byles, Professor, health educator, and performance coach with a Master’s degree in Exercise Science from PennWest and…
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HIP WEAKNESS & KNEE PAIN
In today's episode we are talking about the correlation between hip weakness and knee pain.
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HAVE YOU TRIED HIIT?
In today's episode we are going to be talking about HIIT and and it's effectiveness
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THE POWER OF PROTEIN!!
Hey everyone in today's episode we are talking about the protein and it's importance in our daily lives.
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EXPLORING MENTAL TOUGHNESS!!!
In today's episode we talk about mental toughness and ways to increase it
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TAKE TIME FOR YOURSELF!!!
In today's episode we are going to be talking about being overwhelmed and some tips to remove the stress out of your life. #keepmovingforward
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HOW TO ACHIEVE WORK LIFE Balance
In Today's episode we talk about Work Life balance and ways to become balanced in both.
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MOTIVATION VS. DISCIPLINE!!!
In today's podcast we are going to be discussing the difference between motivation and discipline.
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THE PROBLEM WITH FITNESS INFLUENCERS.
Today we are going to dive into some of the problems with fitness influencers.
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THE DANGER OF TECH NECK!!
Today we are discussing Tech Neck. What it is, how to avoid it and ways to reverse it.
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THE FACTS ON STEROID USE
Today we are going to dive into a very taboo topic and that is steroid use and it's effects.
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Dying to Sit
Sitting disease is the term used to link the 34 chronic conditions that are commonly associated with lack of activity or excess sitting. Today we are looking at this problem and offering solutions.
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What's Going On?!?!
Today we are going to talk about the nonsense that's going on in the fitness industry. And talk about some solutions.
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Get Enough Sleep?
Today we are talking about sleep and how it can effect our health. Check out this coffee alternative. https://mudwtr.com/collections/shop?rfsn=6336549.f4ffd2&utm_source=refersion&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=6336549.f4ffd2. MoreBalance Training Gear and Supplements. Use balance at checkout…
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Changing the New Year, New me mindset.
Welcome back to the MoreBalance Training podcast. Today we are talking about the New Year, New Me mantra and how to affectively achieve your goals in life. Feel free to email us at [email protected] with any questions or concerns.
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What do I do George?
The gyms are open again. What should I do the first day back?
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The not so sweet truth about sugar
Let's look at sugar today.
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Vitamin-C The forgotten one
Today we look at the many benefits of Vitamin C https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3783921/
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I want to see everyone Healthy
With all the trends in fitness how do you know who you can trust? Let's discuss the situation. Book discussed Fast Food Genocide by Dr. Joel Fuhrman
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Want a career in fitness?
Have you thought about abojt becoming a personal trainer? Let me give you some advice
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Tips for Low back Pain
Today is the first episode of Morebalance Training. Check out the format and feel free to reach out. #Keep Moving Forward
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
A Balanced Life is a podcast dedicated to helping you create harmony in your mind, body, and everyday life. In a world that often glorifies hustle and burnout, this show offers a more sustainable approach to wellness. Through thoughtful conversations, expert insights, and real-life experiences, each episode explores physical health, mental well-being, mindfulness, and personal growth. A Balanced Life focuses on practical habits, self-awareness, and intentional living—helping you find balance without pressure, extremes, or perfection. Tune in Every Friday.
HOSTED BY
Dr. Christopher Byles EdD
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A Balanced Life is a podcast dedicated to helping you create harmony in your mind, body, and everyday life. In a world that often glorifies hustle and burnout, this show offers a more sustainable approach to wellness. Through thoughtful conversations, expert insights, and real-life experiences,...
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A Balanced Life is created and hosted by Dr. Christopher Byles EdD.
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