Ep. 184 – Elevate Your Work … Literally

Posted on March 1, 2016 by Jason Pyles

Welcome to the Train Your Brain Podcast Episode 184. You’ve seen them: standing desks. You probably thought it looked like an interesting idea! Dr. Trayford’s brain training tip today has to do with how standing desks work and how they can help you. Some people experience back pain from sitting at a desk chair and holding still all day. A standing desk however gives you the chance to stretch and enjoy better blood flow and boosted activity.

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If you have any concerns regarding the information and applications discussed in this podcast, please consult your physician and a doctor who is experienced in functional neurology. Michael Trayford DC, DACNB is available for consultation by calling (828) 708-5274. Thanks for listening. Continue reading →

Ep. 183 – Chiropractic Care: For More Than Just Your Back

Posted on February 29, 2016 by Jason Pyles

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Welcome to Episode 183 of the Train Your Brain Podcast. It is Monday so we are bringing you an extended podcast this morning. Today Doctor Trayford shares a brief history of chiropractic care. Chiropractors are the most hands-on, well-rounded doctors out there because they treat their patients comprehensively. They don’t just treat the neck and spine, though even if they did, that would still be a considerable task given that spinal movement is responsible for 90% of brain stimulation and nutrition. Chiropractic care is important to all systems of the body.

Today’s tip is to visit a Functional Neurologist, even if you don’t have any back pain, to catch diseases like Dementia early. Visit The American Chiropractic Neurology Board to find a Functional Neurologist near you.

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Ep. 182 – Brain Calisthenics: Count Backward From 100

Posted on February 28, 2016 by Jason Pyles

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Welcome to the Train Your Brain Podcast Episode 182. An athlete would never dream of running out onto the field without warming up first. We should apply the same principle to our brain right before facing a difficult task, test or presentation. Dr. Trayford’s tip for today is to do brain calisthenics. He recommends brain dexterity exercises like counting backwards from 100. This will warm up your brain and even help with your balance. Thanks for listening!

By the way, now through the end of February we are having a special contest for Train Your Brain Podcast Listeners to send in their best brain training tip for a chance to win a $25 gift card!

Thanks for listening and join us! For your own free copy of Dr. Trayford’s E-book visit Apex Brain Centers.com.

Ep. 181 – Know Your Numbers: Muscle Testing

Posted on February 27, 2016 by Jason Pyles

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Welcome to the Train Your Brain Podcast Episode 181. Good morning! Today Dr. Trayford teaches us about muscle testing. Neurologists or even family doctors can test your muscle strength to identify injury, environmental factors, or pinched nerves. Using a scale of 0-5 the doctor can try to diagnose nerve issues or numbness, which will give insight into what is going on with the brain and nervous system. Thanks for listening!

By the way, now through the end of February we are having a special contest for Train Your Brain Podcast Listeners to send in their best brain training tip for a chance to win a $25 gift card!

Thanks for listening and join us! For your own free copy of Dr. Trayford’s E-book visit Apex Brain Centers.com.

Ep. 180 – CPAP Breathing Machines for Some?

Posted on February 26, 2016 by Jason Pyles

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Welcome to the Train Your Brain Podcast Episode 180. Good morning! Dr. Trayford has a brain training tip for us today that pertains to sleep. Many people depend upon a CPAP breathing machine in order to be able to get the quality sleep they need. That is fine when there aren’t other health issues in the mix. If there are other health issues then they should be attended to on their own. For example, excess weight is one cause of compromised sleep and the subsequent use of a CPAP breathing machine. Make sure that you’re considering lifestyle improvements, too. Thanks for listening!

By the way, now through the end of February we are having a special contest for Train Your Brain Podcast Listeners to send in their best brain training tip for a chance to win a $25 gift card!

Thanks for listening and join us! For your own free copy of Dr. Trayford’s E-book visit Apex Brain Centers.com.

Ep. 179 – Pay the Tax Man

Posted on February 25, 2016 by Jason Pyles

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Welcome to the Train Your Brain Podcast Episode 178! Thanks for listening. Today Dr. Trayford’s tip is to pay the tax man! We have a responsibility to pay our taxes. To reduce stress for tax season, it is important to prepare and organize all year and not leave it until tax season. People even tend to be more sick this time of year and stress over tax season is probably a contributing factor. Do yourself a favor. Keep your finances organized and pay your taxes. The peace of mind that comes will be good for your brain health. Have a great day!

By the way, now through the end of February we are having a special contest for Train Your Brain Podcast Listeners to send in their best brain training tip for a chance to win a $25 gift card!

Thanks for listening and join us! For your own free copy of Dr. Trayford’s E-book visit Apex Brain Centers.com.

Ep. 178 – Self-Reflection

Posted on February 24, 2016 by Jason Pyles

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Welcome to the Train Your Brain Podcast Episode 178! Thanks for listening. Today Dr. Trayford’s tip is about self-reflection. It is important to make the time to take an inventory of ourselves. We focus on what’s going on around us, but don’t pay enough attention to what is happening inside us. We need to know better where we are at so that we can relate to others and life more efficiently. Journaling, self reflection and meditation each achieve this goal. We hope this helps you feel more fulfilled. It will definitely help your brain process things more effectively. Take care of yourself and have a great day!

By the way, now through the end of February we are having a special contest for Train Your Brain Podcast Listeners to send in their best brain training tip for a chance to win a $25 gift card!

Thanks for listening and join us! For your own free copy of Dr. Trayford’s E-book visit Apex Brain Centers.com.

Ep. 177 – Smart Food: Avocados

Posted on February 23, 2016 by Jason Pyles

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Welcome to the Train Your Brain Podcast. In Episode 177 Dr. Trayford talks about a super food that we should be including in our diet: the avocado. Avocados are full of mono-unsaturated fats. They supply an easy source of energy while not being high in sugar. As a cholesterol-reducing food with double the potassium as a banana, avocados are too good to pass up! Thanks for listening. Go have some guacamole pronto!

By the way, now through the end of February we are having a special contest for Train Your Brain Podcast Listeners to send in their best brain training tip for a chance to win a $25 gift card!

Thanks for listening and join us! For your own free copy of Dr. Trayford’s E-book visit Apex Brain Centers.com.

Ep. 176 – Top 10 Brain Health Tips – Part 2

Posted on February 22, 2016 by Jason Pyles

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Welcome to Episode 176 of the Train Your Brain Podcast. It is Monday so we are bringing you an extended podcast this morning. Today Doctor Trayford shares the second half of his Top 10 Brain Training Tip List that began on Episode 169:
6. Learn something new
7. Eat your fruits and veggies
8. Be social
9. Eliminate bad habits
10. Set goals and move toward them

Also, for the daily tip of the day Dr. Trayford shares a tip to teach us about justgetflux.com. This function on your device can change the lighting according to the time of day and this can send appropriate signals to the brain. The light will be blue or amber-tinted depending on your time zone which helps to settle the brain down at night time.

Thanks for listening and join us! For your own free copy of Dr. Trayford’s E-book visit Apex Brain Centers.com.

Now through the end of February we are having a special contest for Train Your Brain Podcast Listeners to send in their best brain training tip for a chance to win a $25 gift card!

Ep. 175 – Travel Locally

Posted on February 21, 2016 by Jason Pyles

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Good morning and welcome to the Train Your Brain Podcast episode 175! Dr. Trayford shares a tip today that can help you plan a few invigorating activities for this upcoming spring season. He promotes getting out and enjoying the local activities that your area has to offer. It is stimulating for the brain and it can be done inexpensively. Have a wonderful day and thanks for listening!

Thanks for listening and join us! For your own free copy of Dr. Trayford’s E-book visit Apex Brain Centers.com.

By the way, now through the end of February we are having a special contest for Train Your Brain Podcast Listeners to send in their best brain training tip for a chance to win a $25 gift card!

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Category Archives: Podcast Episodes

Ep. 184 – Elevate Your Work … Literally

Ep. 183 – Chiropractic Care: For More Than Just Your Back

Ep. 182 – Brain Calisthenics: Count Backward From 100

Ep. 181 – Know Your Numbers: Muscle Testing

Ep. 180 – CPAP Breathing Machines for Some?

Ep. 179 – Pay the Tax Man

Ep. 178 – Self-Reflection

Ep. 177 – Smart Food: Avocados

Ep. 175 – Travel Locally