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The Tao of Health, Sex, and Longevity

A Modern Practical Guide to the Ancient Way

by Daniel Reid · Recommended by 2 people on 1 podcast

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I had read a book in the mid 19 around 96 or 97 called fit for life which was kind of the same thing and i think i'd been inspired by the gracies to read that and then i don't remember who gave me the dial of health sex and longevity but i started reading that and got really really.
Kelly Slater · The Tim Ferriss Show · Sep 2020 Listen at 32:17

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The second book i'll bring it up is one with a longer title and that is the tao of health sex and longevity by daniel reed reid could you speak to this book and same idea how it came into your life and what you take from it.
Tim Ferriss The Tim Ferriss Show · Sep 2020

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The Tao of Health, Sex, and Longevity by Daniel Reid is a comprehensive guide to traditional Eastern health practices, lifestyle philosophies, and holistic longevity techniques. Kelly Slater discussed the book on The Tim Ferriss Show, explaining that after reading a similar health book in the mid-1990s and drawing inspiration from the Gracie family, someone had given him Daniel Reid's work, prompting him to read it and deeply adopt its principles. Tim Ferriss introduced the book during the interview by reading its full title and asking Slater to explain how the text came into his life and what specific practices he took away from it. The conversation highlighted the profound impact of holistic health literature on high-performing athletes seeking physical optimization and mental clarity. Readers interested in alternative medicine, Taoist philosophy, martial arts conditioning, and natural wellness frequently explore this classic guide to discover practical methods for enhancing their daily vitality, physical health, and overall longevity.

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Kelly Slater i had read a book in the mid 19 around 96 or 97 called fit for life which was kind of the same thing and i… 1
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“i had read a book in the mid 19 around 96 or 97 called fit for life which was kind of the same thing and i think i'd been inspired by the gracies to read that and then i don't remember who gave me the dial of health sex and longevity but i started reading that and got really really”
Tim Ferriss the second book i'll bring it up is one with a longer title and that is the tao of health sex and longevity… 1
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“the second book i'll bring it up is one with a longer title and that is the tao of health sex and longevity by daniel reed reid could you speak to this book and same idea how it came into your life and what you take from it”

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