2% With Michael Easter

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.twopct.comMichael reveals surprising findings of a new study that looked at how to lose more fat.The results have long-term implications for your health and how you should think about exercise, nutrition, and other topics.It’s particularly important for people dieting or wanting to lose fat while maintaining or building muscle. It’s also critical for those wantin…

After two months of truly terrible sleep, Two Percent writer Emily Pennington went on a scientific journey and spoke to experts to uncover data-proven strategies for better rest.The effects of the lack of sleep on her body and mind were staggering—and she’s not alone. As many as 1 in 5 people suffer from insomnia.Four simple methods helped her reclaim her sleep and get back on track. The methods can help anyone sleep better.You’ll learn what happens to your body and mind when you lose sleep, the four methods that fixed our writer’s sleep, the upsides and downsides of sleeping pills, and why your family doctor might not always be the best person to talk to if you have sleep troubles. This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.twopct.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.twopct.com*Member episode* Become a Member at TWOPCT.com.The Expedition is a monthly journey into thoughts, opinions, ideas, observations, studies, facts, and figures, you can use to live better.It’s a roundup of all the worthwhile stuff Michael discovered in the last month. This month, Michael is covering:* A quick poll about a possible Two Percent Book Club.* Numbers on:* How much more likely cancer patients who choose alternative therapies are to die prematurely.* How Ozempic alters alcohol consumption.* Alarming changes in vitamin and mineral deficiencies in developed countries.* The whiskey market.* Time of a record setting plank.* How many female executives played sports.* The truth about alcohol and cancer rates.* How Jimmy Carter highlights modern progress.* A new sports betting service designed to bleed you dry.* A case for rewatching old TV.* A test to see if your core is “strong enough.” * A study on the most hydrating drinks (a comparison of 13).* A gear recommendation.* A big new change in packaged food that may(?) make you healthier (it’s not the red dye ban).* Does social media accurately represent public opinion? A study.* Something fun and positive on the internet.* A good parting quote.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.twopct.com*Member episode* Become a Member of Two Percent here for full access to this episode.Michael recently sent out a survey to Two Percent readers about rucking.For those of you who don’t know, rucking is a military term for a very basic act: Walking with weight in a backpack. It’s spiked in popularity since 2021.I’ published a deep dive into the many of the benefits of walking with weight here. In short: The act is uniquely beneficial because it combines strength and cardio, burns relatively more calories per mile, strengthens bones, gets you outside, and more.One question in the survey was: What are some tips that have helped you ruck better?List anything that comes to mind. Nothing is too minor. Think outside the box. I'd like to hear everything.Nearly 1,000 of you responded—and your answers were enlightening.We’re covering 16 useful tips from your responses. They’ll help you walk with weight better so you can boost your health, fitness, and mindset faster.