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Welcome to the Health is a Skill podcast with host Todd Vande Hei! Todd is the CEO of Stark, which exists to change the future of health and fitness in the communities they serve. For the last 15 years, Todd has been on a journey to discover what it means to be in a state of peak health. After suffering from a series of seizures and being diagnosed with high blood pressure and atrial fibrillation in his early 30’s, Todd decided it was time to make a change. Those changes fell into one of four categories: lifestyle, exercise, nutrition, and stress management. But the biggest thing Todd learned through it all? Health is a skill. You’re not born with it, like some would like you to believe, and it isn’t acquired by simply buying another product or starting that new diet. Health is something you can create for yourself, and over time it is possible to attain peak health.

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Hydration, Joint Mobility, & Fascia Health, with Bryce Turner

March 06, 2025 • Todd Vande Hei • Season 3 • Episode 9

Hydration is more than just drinking water—it’s about optimizing how your body absorbs, utilizes, and retains fluids to enhance mobility, reduce inflammation, and support long-term health. On this week’s episode of Health Is A Skill, Bryce Turner—owner of Beach Fitness and ELDOA USA—returns to the podcast, this time breaking down why hydration is a foundational component of structural wellness, particularly when it comes to joint mobility and fascia health.

During their conversation, Bryce and Todd walk through how hydration impacts everything from cellular energy production to pain management and digestion. Bryce discusses the optimal amount of water intake, the importance of mineral balance (including sodium and potassium), and how simple hydration mistakes can lead to stagnation, joint compression, and chronic pain.

Towards the end of the episode Bryce also shares insights into hydration myths, the impact of diet on water absorption, and how simple changes—like adding sea salt to water—can make a huge difference. Whether you’re an athlete, fitness professional, or just looking to improve your hydration habits, this episode is packed with valuable takeaways for boosting your overall hydration.

Follow Bryce on Instagram @beachbryce or check out his page on ELDOA USA here: https://eldoausa.com/trainer/bryce-turner/

Get access to Todd's free health resource: https://podtodd.com

Learn more about Stark at: https://www.stark.health

CHAPTERS:
00:00 Introduction to Hydration & Movement
02:15 The Importance of Baseline Hydration Assessment
04:30 How Hydration Affects Joint Mobility & Recovery
07:45 Common Hydration Mistakes & Misconceptions
11:20 The Role of Electrolytes & Salt in Hydration
15:00 How Stress Impacts Hydration & Connective Tissue
20:30 Movement, Circulation, & Fluid Stagnation
25:10 Water Quality: Filtration Systems & Best Practices
30:45 When & How to Drink Water for Optimal Absorption
35:30 Hydration Strategies for Active vs. Sedentary Lifestyles
40:20 Sauna Therapy & Other Hydration Optimization Tips
46:00 Closing Thoughts & Where to Learn More