Ageless Fitness Institute

12/19/2025

THIS IS WHY OVERTRAINING & OVERSTRESS IS BAD. MENTAL PERFORMANCE ; CRTICAL THOUGHT; & HIGH LEVEL & HIGHEST LEVEL DECISION MAKING MEANS DO NOT OVERSTRESS. [& KEEP NUTRITION HIGH & WITH VERY LOW CORTISOL]

The best way to control the mind is to exhaust the body is a phrase often repeated in psychology, military training, and behavioral science. It reflects a real and well studied connection between physical fatigue and mental control. When the body is pushed into extreme tiredness, the brain shifts into energy saving mode. Cognitive functions like critical thinking, emotional regulation, and decision making become weaker. This is not a theory but a documented psychological response.

Research in psychology shows that prolonged physical exhaustion increases cortisol, the stress hormone. Elevated cortisol reduces activity in the prefrontal cortex, the part of the brain responsible for logic, impulse control, and independent thinking. At the same time, the brain relies more on automatic behaviors and emotional reactions. This is why exhausted people are more likely to comply, follow instructions, or accept ideas without questioning them.

Sleep deprivation studies also support this effect. Lack of rest reduces attention span, weakens memory, and lowers resistance to persuasion. In high pressure environments like intense work schedules, extreme fitness routines, or constant stress, mental resilience slowly breaks down. The mind becomes easier to influence because it is focused on survival, not reflection.

Psychology also shows the opposite is true. Physical recovery, proper rest, and balanced movement strengthen mental clarity and emotional stability. A rested body supports a sharper mind. Understanding this connection helps people protect their mental autonomy and recognize when exhaustion is being used as a control mechanism.

12/19/2025

QUALITY OPTIMUM "ZZZ"-S & NERVOUS REPAIR/RECOVERING

12/19/2025

TRUE. THE /YOUR NERVOUS SYSTEM LOVES RECOVERY & ADEQUATE REST.

Your muscles don’t grow in isolation. Every ounce of strength, size, and progress you build is first limited or unlocked by your nervous system. It is the command center that decides how many muscle fibers are recruited, how much force you can produce, and how well your body tolerates stress. Long before your muscles fail, your nervous system often taps out, pulling the brakes to protect you from perceived danger.

When the nervous system is under recovered, overstimulated, or chronically stressed, growth slows. Signals to muscles weaken, coordination drops, and strength feels inconsistent. This is why sleep deprivation, high stress, and poor recovery can stall progress even when training and nutrition look perfect on paper. The nervous system controls motor unit recruitment, meaning it decides how much of your muscle you’re actually allowed to use. If it doesn’t feel safe, rested, and supported, it simply won’t give full access.

On the other hand, a well regulated nervous system amplifies growth. Quality sleep, proper rest between sets, balanced training volume, and stress management all improve neural efficiency. This allows heavier lifts, better form, stronger contractions, and faster recovery. Over time, the body adapts not just by growing muscle, but by becoming more confident under load. Growth accelerates because the nervous system stops limiting output.

This is why progress isn’t just about pushing harder. It’s about training smarter. Managing recovery, respecting rest, and supporting the nervous system allows your body to express its full potential. Muscles grow when they are challenged, but they thrive when the nervous system feels safe enough to let them.

Your growth ceiling isn’t set by effort alone. It’s shaped by the system that controls everything beneath it.

12/19/2025

GYMS, AIRPORTS, OFFICES, EDUCATION CENTERS, HOUSES. The health effects of cleaning Products and Air Fresheners on Lung Function.

There is a reason the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention prohibits not only smoking, but also scented or fragranced products in its buildings.

12/18/2025

WISE TO FIGHT GREYING. [[MANY DEEP FACT-OIDS & "TRIGGERS"]] [THIS ORGNUTFACTS VIDEO ONLY SCRATCHES SURFACE OF MANY]

The 6% of men in their 50s without gray hair (and the 2% in their 60s and the 1% in their 70s) seem to have a longer life expectancy. https://see.nf/4eOa61n

12/15/2025

NASAL BREATHING & MEMORY FORMATION & HEALTH, & IQ, EQ, AQ, SQ, ETC. HOW "MEWING" - TONGUE PLACEMENT - ON THE ROOF OF THE MOUTH - & AVOIDING EXCESSIVE MOUTH BREATHING CAN BE ESSENTIAL & POSITIVE TO CONSCIOUSNESS & HIGHEST AWARENESS.
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How you breathe may be shaping your brain more than you realize. Recent research shows that mouth breathing can weaken memory and slow communication between neurons, affecting cognition, focus, and learning.

Our brains rely on efficient oxygen flow to function at their best. Nasal breathing, unlike mouth breathing, optimizes oxygen delivery and stimulates neural pathways critical for memory and attention. The nose filters, humidifies, and regulates airflow, while activating the olfactory system, which connects directly to areas of the brain responsible for memory and emotional processing.

In contrast, habitual mouth breathing bypasses these systems. Researchers observed that participants who breathed primarily through the mouth showed slower neural responses and reduced memory retention. Over time, this can lead to subtle cognitive decline, reduced attention span, and impaired learning. The effects are particularly pronounced in children, whose developing brains are highly sensitive to oxygen levels and sensory input.

The study highlights the importance of mindful breathing. Simple practices, like consciously inhaling through the nose and ensuring proper posture during sleep, can strengthen neural communication, enhance memory, and improve overall cognitive function. Mouth breathing is more than a habit—it’s a factor that can subtly shape how efficiently your brain works.

Reflecting on this, it becomes clear that everyday behaviors have profound neurological consequences. Breathing is one of the most basic functions, yet its method can influence memory, learning, and even emotional stability. Science reminds us that small adjustments in routine habits can yield significant benefits for brain health.

Next time you breathe, consider your method. A simple switch from mouth to nasal breathing can enhance oxygen flow, strengthen memory circuits, and keep your neural networks firing at peak efficiency.

12/15/2025

MY MOST IMPORTANT ROLE- PERSPECTIVE PERCEPTION CORRECTION. FACTS. BE AWARE.
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Neuroscientists have uncovered one of the most powerful truths about the human mind. Your brain does not care whether your thoughts are true or false. It only cares about repetition. The patterns you feed it the most become the pathways it strengthens, turning passing thoughts into beliefs and beliefs into habits. This process is driven by neuroplasticity, the brain’s ability to rewire itself based on experience and repeated thinking.

When a thought appears again and again, neurons fire in the same sequence. Over time, these pathways become stronger and faster, shaping how you interpret the world and how you respond to challenges. Negative thinking can trap the brain in cycles of fear, doubt, and stress because those neural pathways become deeply ingrained. Positive or constructive thinking can create the opposite effect, building pathways that support confidence, calmness, and resilience.

This discovery explains why self talk plays such a large role in mental health. The brain absorbs patterns, not accuracy. It learns from repetition, not truth. Changing your thought patterns does not mean ignoring reality. It means choosing which signals you want your brain to reinforce. Every repeated thought is a message instructing your brain on how to grow.

Your mind becomes what you practice. Choose the patterns that help you rise.

12/14/2025

NATTO. FIRST PERSONALLY TOOK NATTO IN 2010. RECOMMENDED SINCE.
FROM FERMENTED SOY. VEGAN.
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In a large clinical study involving 1,062 participants, researchers evaluated the effects of daily nattokinase supplementation (10,800 FU/day) over a 12-month period on atherosclerosis and blood lipid levels. The study assessed carotid artery health using ultrasound measurements of carotid plaque size (CPS) and carotid intima–media thickness (CCA-IMT), two well-established markers of cardiovascular disease risk. After one year, 66.5% of participants showed a reduction in carotid plaque size, while 77.7% experienced a reduction in arterial wall thickness, indicating slowed or reversed progression of carotid atherosclerosis.

In addition to structural improvements in the arteries, nattokinase produced significant changes in blood lipids. Participants experienced average reductions of 15.9% in total cholesterol, 15.7% in triglycerides, and 18.1% in LDL cholesterol, along with a 15.8% increase in HDL cholesterol. These benefits were observed primarily at the higher dose of 10,800 FU/day, as lower doses (3,600 FU/day) were ineffective. The study reported no serious adverse effects, and outcomes were further enhanced in participants who exercised regularly or co-administered vitamin K2 or low-dose aspirin, highlighting the potential role of nattokinase as a supportive intervention for cardiovascular health.

PMCID: PMC9441630 PMID: 36072877

12/14/2025

SAID THIS OPENLY- IN MY WEBSITE- A DECADE AGO - & AN 8TH SENSE. SCALER WAVE SENSING. https://www.facebook.com/share/1ChgzPU8Tt/

Your brain may have seven senses and it's wired for more

We’ve all been taught that humans have five senses. Sight, hearing, taste, touch, and smell. But science says your brain is working with much more than that.

New research suggests your brain actually depends on at least seven distinct senses to function at its best. In addition to the classic five, scientists have confirmed two lesser-known but essential senses: proprioception and interoception.

Proprioception is your body’s sense of where it is in space. It helps you walk in the dark or touch your nose with your eyes closed. Interoception is even more powerful, it lets your brain detect internal signals like hunger, thirst, heartbeat, or when you need to breathe deeper.

What’s surprising is how closely these extra senses are tied to mental health. Studies show that people with anxiety or depression often struggle with interoception. They feel disconnected from their own bodies, like something’s off, but they can’t explain why. That’s not just emotional. It’s neurological.

Your brain builds reality by constantly blending these senses. It needs all seven to stay balanced, focused, and aware. And when one is disrupted, it affects how you feel, think, and move.

This new model of the brain could improve treatments for everything from chronic pain to trauma recovery. It also changes how we understand emotion, not just as a thought, but as a full-body signal your brain listens to.

You’re not just seeing or hearing the world. You’re sensing it from the inside out.

12/13/2025

LOL. BEEN SAYING- 40 YRS. FUEL. HIGH CORTISOL - LOW SUGAR - NOT A GREAT STRATEGY LONG TERM. & LIKELY IMMEDIATE IMPACTS ON STRENGTH IN MANY CASES. & CERTAINLY IMPACT ON VOLUME. & STRENGTH OVER THE COURSE OF THE WORKOUT. FOR HEAVY LIFTS - THE BODY COULD "GAS OUT" OF FUEL & NEURAL DRIVE - DURING THE WARMUPS ALONE. - THIS IS WHY THE OBVIOUS GRAPHIC & WORDING ON THE POST IMAGE MAKES SENSE.

Training on an empty stomach may feel disciplined, but research reveals a clear cost: fasted workouts can reduce strength on major lifts like the bench press and squat by as much as 15%. These movements rely heavily on immediate, high-intensity energy supply, and without fuel, the body struggles to produce the explosive force they require. During fasted training, glycogen, the muscle’s preferred energy source is low, forcing the body to rely on slower, less efficient fuel systems. The result is reduced power output, quicker fatigue, and decreased stability during heavy lifts.

Fasted training also elevates cortisol, the body’s primary stress hormone. High cortisol suppresses strength performance and increases the breakdown of muscle tissue, which can blunt progress even when effort is high. Without readily available carbs, the nervous system becomes less responsive, reducing the ability to recruit muscle fibers efficiently. This makes the bench press and squat, lifts that demand maximal neural drive—feel heavier, slower, and far less explosive.

In contrast, a small pre-workout meal or fast-digesting carb can dramatically improve strength, stability, and overall performance. Even something simple like a banana or a serving of honey provides enough glucose to boost energy, enhance focus, and support stronger lifts with safer technique.

Fasted training isn’t wrong but it’s mismatched for maximum strength. When the goal is power, muscle growth, or progression on heavy lifts, the body performs best when fueled, not empty. Strength is built through intention, recovery, and smart preparation not by withholding energy when the body needs it most.

12/13/2025

THE EFT POINTS. PRODUCTIVE POST ON "LINKED IN". ANCIENT CHINESE MERIDIAN POINTS ARE DISCUSSED.

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12/13/2025

ONLY 54% OF ADULTS CONSUMING ALCOHOL REGULARLY-! DOWN 13% IN 3 YEARS.
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