Episode 56: Thomas P. Seager PhD Morozko Forge CEO

Summary

Thomas P. Seager, CEO of Morozko, shares his journey of how he got into the ice bath industry and the growth of Morozko. He discusses the health benefits of ice baths, including the activation of the dive reflex and the release of trauma. He also talks about the importance of pre-cooling before workouts and the impact on testosterone levels. Thomas emphasizes the need for cold plunges to be at the right temperature and the use of ozone instead of chlorine for sanitation. He also mentions the mental benefits of pushing oneself in the ice bath and the importance of sleep in the recovery process. The conversation covered various topics including the importance of sleep, taking responsibility for one's health, the impact of childhood experiences on health behaviors, and the benefits of green light therapy. The main takeaways include the significance of sleep for overall health and well-being, the need to take ownership of one's health and not rely solely on doctors, the importance of addressing metabolic dysregulation through lifestyle changes, and the potential benefits of green light therapy for pain management. The conversation also highlighted the importance of personalized approaches to health and the role of community influencers in spreading health-related information.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background
09:25 The Health Benefits of Ice Baths
14:28 The Importance of Using Ozone in Cold Plunge Pools
18:30 Pre-Cooling Workouts for Professional Athletes
27:50 The Benefits of Cold Exposure and Taking Control of Your Health
49:16 The Importance of Sunlight, Seed Oil Elimination, and Quality Sleep
53:35 Processing Trauma Through Cold Exposure
56:13 The Role of Fish and Seasonal Fruits in Brain Health
01:00:34 The Benefits of Pre-Cooling and Cold Exposure
01:03:09 Exploring the Potential of Green Light Therapy
01:06:31 The Future of Cold Exposure and Light Therapy