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Extend Podcast with Darshan Shah, MDAuthor: Darshan Shah, MD
Extend with Darshan Shah, MD is a podcast dedicated to cutting-edge science, research, tools, and protocols designed to help you extend your healthspan. Starting my medical journey at 16 and becoming one of the youngest doctors in the country, studying and training at the Mayo Clinic, Harvard Business School, Singularity University and other prestigious institutions, becoming a board certified surgeon and accumulating over two decades of practice, I have discovered that a mere 20% of health knowledge yields 80% of the results. That's why this podcast is all about cutting through the noise on how to turn back the aging clock. I interview world-renowned medical practitioners, doctors, experts, and thought leaders, offering you a step-by-step guide and actionable advice to proactively avoid disease and optimize your health. Plus, I share weekly solo episodes giving you quick, digestible protocols for successfully extending your healthspan. Language: en Genres: Health & Fitness, Medicine, Nutrition Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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207. Dr. Jason Wersland: The Science of Recovery—Pain, HRV, Sleep & Your Nervous System
Tuesday, 13 October, 2026
We spend so much time thinking about exercise, nutrition, and performance—but I believe recovery may be one of the most overlooked pieces of longevity. In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Jason Wersland, chiropractor and founder of Therabody, whose own experience with debilitating pain after a motorcycle accident ultimately led him to invent the Theragun. But this conversation goes far beyond muscle soreness. Jason and I explore what recovery actually means, why it isn't just for athletes, and how the way we regulate our nervous system can influence pain, tension, sleep, performance, and how we feel every day. Whether you're training intensely, sitting at a desk for eight hours, standing all day at work, or simply dealing with chronic stress, your body still needs opportunities to recover. In this episode, you'll learn: • Why recovery should be part of your daily longevity routine—not just something you do after exercise • How the "pain gate theory" helps explain why different forms of stimulation can temporarily change how we perceive pain • Why sitting all day can contribute to hip, lower-back, neck, and shoulder tension • How percussive therapy can affect pain, muscle tension, range of motion, and blood flow • Why nervous system regulation matters for recovery and performance • How shifting into a parasympathetic state may help you wind down before sleep • Why HRV and heart rate can provide useful feedback about recovery • How small "recovery snacks" throughout the day can help you take better care of your body We also discuss massage, breathwork, movement, compression therapy, biofeedback, sleep, and practical ways to build short recovery "pit stops" into even the busiest schedule. One of my biggest takeaways from this conversation is that recovery is not a luxury reserved for professional athletes. Your body is responding to physical, mental, and emotional stress every day. If we want to perform well—and stay healthy for decades—we have to give it opportunities to recover, too. Learn more about Dr. Shah: Website: drshah.com Clinic: next-health.com Instagram: @darshanshahmd and @extend_podcast Learn more about Dr. Jason Wersland: Website: therabody.com Instagram: @drjasonwersland Thank You to Our Sponsor: IM8: Try IM8 with a 30 day money back guarantee. Get 10% off your first order with code DRSHAH at checkout im8health.com/drshah
