Author: Menya

The Peak Performance Insider: Why You Need Blue Light Blocking Glasses, The Easiest Way To Get More Vitamin D, And Why Japanese Tofu Should Be A Staple In Your Diet

Estimated read time: 5 minutes I recently posted a story on LinkedIn about a client who has lost 66 pounds in 19 weeks. I shared our current plan, our new strategy, and what’s coming down the pipeline. I’ve helped hundreds of people lose thousands of pounds but what makes her special is her grit. She…
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The Peak Performance Insider: Mindful Stress Management, The Philosophy Of Washoku, And The Therapeutic Effects Of Japanese Baths

Estimated read time: 5 minutes I met some college alum at a bar last night for an annual get together. There are only a few Colby grads living here in Tokyo, but it’s nice to see some familiar faces from the same alma mater. We ordered some food and everyone was drinking IPA except me.…
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The Peak Performance Insider: How To Kill Stress With Constructive Hobbies, The Japanese Superfood You Need To Start Eating, And My Observations On Alcohol

Estimated read time: 5 minutes Everyone knows me as “the fitness guy” but my first love was actually the piano. I’ve been playing since I was 8 years old and still practice almost every day. When I was young I hated reading music so I rarely practiced what I was supposed to. But I just…
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The Peak Performance Insider: The Link Between Nature And Stress Relief, Why Consistency Is The Key To Longevity, And The Japanese Superfood You Need More Of

Estimated read time: 4 minutes I’ve lived in Japan for 14 years and I’m still fascinated by this country. The food, language, and people here are like nowhere else on Earth. I’ve learned about health, minimalism, meditation, longevity, and the power of daily routine. So thanks for joining me on this journey of discovery and…
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The Peak Performance Insider: Why Preparation Is So Important And How Using Your Phone In The Morning Is Derailing Your Day

Estimated read time: 4 minutes No one does everything in their schedule. Not you, not me, and not even that person who looks like they’re on top of everything. But failing to plan almost guarantees that you will not accomplish your goals. So don’t just make New Year’s Resolutions. Write down your goals, schedule desired…
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Peak Performance Insider: The Ultimate Guide to Finding a Personal Trainer in Tokyo and 5 Essential Ingredients for Health and Fitness

Estimated read time: 4 minutes Every client I have ever worked with has tried to get fit in the past. So when we first talk there’s often a degree of learned helplessness in their voice. Learned helplessness is a real or perceived lack of control over the outcome of a situation. It develops when you…
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Peak Performance Insider: The best weight loss exercise, why you’re sleeping less than you think, and the Japanese superfood you need to start eating

Estimated read time: 4 minutes If you’re like most people, you’ve just finished writing your New Year’s Resolutions. But the truth is that most resolutions fail. No, that doesn’t mean you’ve waste your time. But it does mean that in order to stick to your resolutions, you’ll have to do things differently. The key is…
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Peak Performance Insider: How to not gain weight over the holidays, why you start losing muscle in your 30s (and how to stop it), and the best decision my best friend made in 2023

Estimated read time: 5 minutes This first email issue of the ​Peak Performance Insider is brought to you by ​MH Health Coaching.​ We help entrepreneurs and busy professionals get lean, boost energy, and build healthy bodies. We have 3 private coaching spots available in January, so if you’re a high-performer with a busy schedule looking…
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Peak Performance Insider: Zen and the art of stress management, quick yet effective HIIT workout, and why traditional Japanese cuisine is perfect for the modern professional.

Estimated read time: 5 minutes This first email issue of the ​Peak Performance Insider is brought to you by ​MH Health Coaching.​ We help entrepreneurs and busy professionals get lean, boost energy, and build healthy bodies. We have 4 private coaching spots available in January, so if you’re a high-performer with a busy schedule looking…
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Peak Performance Insider: Why sleep is a pillar of peak performance and how you can get even more of it

Estimated read time: 3 minutes This issue of the ​Peak Performance Insider​ is brought to you by ​MH Health Coaching.​ We help entrepreneurs and busy professionals get lean, boost energy, and build healthy bodies. We have 4 private coaching spots left for December, so if you’re a high-performer with a busy schedule looking to get…
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