March 6, 2025

Industry Wake-Up Call: Your Health Can't Afford to Ignore This | EF EP 89

Industry Wake-Up Call: Your Health Can't Afford to Ignore This | EF EP 89

In an industry where burnout is normalized and careers end before they begin, most DJs don't realize they're one health crisis away from losing everything. This week's guest, Ethan Schiff, knows this reality all too well - after watching countless artists sacrifice their health for success, he's on a mission to change how the music industry thinks about wellness.

After transforming his own life with a 130-pound weight loss journey, Ethan left his successful artist management company to focus on something even more important - helping artists stay healthy on the road. His company, Optimized Touring, is revolutionizing how we think about wellness in dance music.

Key Takeaways:

  • The real impact of sleep vs. alcohol on performance
  • How to maintain healthy habits with an irregular schedule
  • Why most artists' approach to exercise is backwards
  • Practical nutrition strategies for touring life
  • The connection between mental health and career longevity
  • How to build sustainable routines that actually work
  • Why your current wellness approach might be hurting you
  • Simple shifts that create massive impact

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Follow Ethan's journey and learn more about Optimized Touring

Stop letting poor health habits hold back your career. Hit play now to learn how prioritizing wellness could be the missing piece in your artist journey.

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Video Editor/Audio Engineer: James Fixx


Chapters

00:00 - The Journey to Real Wellness

02:46 - Transforming Health in the Music Industry

06:38 - Balancing Career and Health

09:37 - The Consequences of Neglecting Health

12:42 - Mental Health and Identity in the Music Industry

15:43 - The Link Between Happiness and Physical Health

17:23 - Habits Impacting Creativity

23:15 - Navigating Health Risks for Busy Artists

25:07 - The Reality of Wellness Influencers

29:30 - Personalized Health Coaching vs. Free Advice

32:36 - Healthy Eating Habits for Busy Artists

36:08 - Exercise Routines for Artists on the Go

38:08 - Essential Tools for Health and Wellness

43:50 - Finding the Right Fit in Coaching