Episode 116: Protocol To Enhance Lifting Performance Via Your Eyes and Breathing

20 September 2021

Episode 116: Protocol To Enhance Lifting Performance Via Your Eyes and Breathing

This podcast reviews a concept I teach in the Physiologic Flexibility Certification to enhance performance when lifting. The great news is you can learn these techniques without any special technology. Learn how to direct your focus and control your...

13 September 2021

Episode 115: Rant: My Top 3 Pet Peeves About Fitness Information – and A Solution

Today, we’re talking about three problems with information in the fitness and nutrition realm. I propose a solution to each. Episode Notes #1 – Lack of context Keto example Constraints #2 No details provided or peer-reviewed research as a...

08 September 2021

Episode 114: How To Be More Robust and Antifragile with Cold Water Immersion and Sauna: The Barbell Model of Phys Flex

Today’s lesson is about cold water immersion and heat via sauna. I talk about how you can set them up as a framework to make them useful. These interventions are two of the key components in the Physiological Flexibility...

30 August 2021

Episode 113: How to Get More Muscular Arms, Interview With Dave Barr

By Dr. Mike T Nelson In Podcast Tags advanced recovery tips , body temperature , carbon dioxide , dave barr , eccentric training , flex diet , flex diet mentorship , flywheel training , fuel systems , heart rate variability , homeostatic regulators , hypertrophy , massive muscular arms , mentorship , metabolic flexibility , mike t nelson , muscular arms , online coaching , oxygen , pH , physiologic flexibility

In today’s Flex Diet Podcast, my good buddy Dave Barr and I talk about his new arm training book, Massive Muscular Arms (link in episode notes). His book includes information about how to set up your training in a...

23 August 2021

Episode 112: 3 Lessons for Maximal Muscle Hypertrophy- A Tribute To John Meadows

By Dr. Mike T Nelson In Podcast Tags advanced recovery tips , body temperature , carbon dioxide , flex diet , flex diet mentorship , fuel systems , heart rate variability , homeostatic regulators , mentorship , metabolic flexibility , mike t nelson , online coaching , oxygen , pH , physiologic flexibility

Today’s podcast covers three lessons I learned from John Meadows who recently passed away. His death came way too soon, and I offer these tips as a tribute to my good friend. Episode Notes Lesson 1: Exercise sequencing Add...

18 August 2021

Episode 111: My Plant Medicine Experience w Ayahuasca and Kambo in Costa Rica

By Dr. Mike T Nelson In Podcast Tags ayahuasca , costa rica , dr mike t nelson , entheogen , fitness nutrition , flex diet , kambo , kambo casita , kambo frog , macros , micronutrients , mike bledsoe , mike t nelson , plant medicine , proper human diet , santo daime

The Flex Diet Podcast is brought to you by the Flex Diet Certification. Go to https://flexdiet.com/ for 8 interventions on nutrition and recovery. If you’re outside the enrollment window, sign up for my free newsletter, and you’ll be notified...

11 August 2021

Episode 110: The Effects of Myostatin, Genetics, and NSAIDs on Muscle Growth with Dr Brandon Roberts

The Flex Diet Podcast is brought to you by the Flex Diet Certification. Go to flexdiet.com for 8 interventions on nutrition and recovery. If you’re outside the enrollment window, sign up for my free newsletter, and you’ll be notified...

04 August 2021

Episode 109: My First Strongman Competition, Programming, Exercise Selection, Grip Strength, and Conditioning with Dr Tommy Wood

26 July 2021

Episode 108: Top 3 Common Body Composition Mistakes and How To Use Heart Rate Variability (HRV) To Solve Them

The Flex Diet Podcast is brought to you by the Flex Diet Certification. Go to flexdiet.com for 8 interventions on nutrition and recovery. Enrollment is open now through midnight Monday, July 26th. If you are past the enrollment window,...

26 July 2021

Episode 107: Peak Week: How to Look Leaner by Manipulating Water, Carbs, Salt, and More with Dr Guillermo Escalante

21 July 2021

Episode 106: Flex Diet Cert Is Open July 19-26 + FDC vs Precision Nutrition, Physiology vs Psychology And More

The Flex Diet Podcast is brought to you by the Flex Diet Certification. Go to flexdiet.com for 8 interventions on nutrition and recovery. Enrollment opens Monday, July 19 to Monday, July 26th. If you order within the first 48...

15 July 2021

Episode 105: Coaching, Body Comp, Prep and More with Biolayne coach Jaymes Longstrom

09 July 2021

Episode 104: Advanced Recovery Tips Based on Heart Rate Variability

30 June 2021

Episode 103: From Blood Sugar to Testosterone, Thomas Phillips Picks My Brain on Important Health Topics

By Dr. Mike T Nelson In Podcast Tags body temperature , carbon dioxide , flex diet , flex diet mentorship , fuel systems , homeostatic regulators , mentorship , metabolic flexibility , mike t nelson , online coaching , oxygen , pH , physiologic flexibility

24 June 2021

S2_EP_51_Recap of the 2021 International Society of Sports Nutrition – ISSN – Conference in Florida

17 June 2021

S2_EP_50_Physiologic Flexibility Certification is OPEN and 2 Tips To Increase Your Physiologic Flexibility

The Physiologic Flexibility Certification is now open until Jun 21, 2021, at midnight. Click here to register. This episode also covers two tips to improve your physiologic flexibility. Episode Notes HRV and coffee from the ISSN conference Training for...

09 June 2021

S2_EP_49_Physiologic Flexibility Primer: Course Opens June 14-June 21, 2021

Today’s episode is a short primer talking about what physiologic flexibility is and why you should care. I also talk about homeostatic regulators and recovery work. I’ll give you two action items you can do at the end to...

02 June 2021

S2_EP_48_Flex Diet Online Mentorship – Applications open until midnight June 4, 2021

By Dr. Mike T Nelson In Podcast Tags flex diet , flex diet mentorship , mentorship , metabolic flexibility , mike t nelson , online coaching , online coaching business , online nutrition business , online training , online training business

The Flex Diet Mentorship is a comprehensive program where I teach you my complete online coaching system. Sign up before midnight June 4, 2021. Want to learn how to do online training that includes physiology and marketing business? That...

24 May 2021

S2_EP_47_Tools to Down-Regulate in Response to Stress, an interview with Rick Alexander

By Dr. Mike T Nelson In Podcast Tags flex diet , flex diet certification , iron tamer , metabolic flexibility , mike t nelson , nervous system , parasympathetic , physiologic flexibility , physiologic flexibility certification , rick alexander , special forces experience , stress regulation , sympathetic

This episode of the Flex Diet Podcast is full of great information from Rick Alexander. He’s an author, speaker, and educator specializing in helping people and organizations understand themselves better so they can increase their performance, find meaning in...

18 May 2021

S2_EP_46_Overcoming Our Limits with Iron Tamer David Whitley

By Dr. Mike T Nelson In Podcast Tags cod water immersion , david whitely , flex diet , flex diet certification , iron tamer , metabolic flexibility , mike t nelson , physiologic flexibility , physiologic flexibility certification , popular exercises , principles for training , recovery , wim hof

This week my good friend Iron Tamer David Whitley joins me on the podcast for an in-depth discussion on his experience with cold water exposure and the Wim-Hoff method. David proves we are capable of overcoming environmental and psychological...

11 May 2021

S2_EP_45_Review of Cold Water Immersion

By Dr. Mike T Nelson In Podcast Tags cod water immersion , flex diet , flex diet certification , jeff rothschild , metabolic flexibility , mike t nelson , physiologic flexibility , physiologic flexibility certification , popular exercises , principles for training , recovery

Today’s episode covers a newly-published narrative review on cold water immersion (CWI) and its effect on hypertrophy and performance. Episode Notes Narrative review in Frontiers in Sports and Active Living What is CWI? How does CWI affect muscle hypertrophy? What are the...

28 April 2021

S2_EP_44_Fasted vs. Fed Cardio – Brand New Research

By Dr. Mike T Nelson In Podcast Tags fasted cardio , fed cardio , flex diet , flex diet certification , jeff rothschild , metabolic flexibility , mike t nelson , physiologic flexibility , physiologic flexibility certification , popular exercises , principles for training

Today, I’m talking with Jeff Rothschild about his recently published study looking at fed vs. fasted cardio. Does protein change which fuels you use – fats or carbs? Does eating beforehand make a difference? Listen in as he joins...

28 April 2021

S2_EP_43_Flex Diet Certification Now Open

By Dr. Mike T Nelson In Podcast Tags flex diet , flex diet certification , metabolic flexibility , mike t nelson , physiologic flexibility , physiologic flexibility certification , popular exercises , principles for training

Coming to you from South Padre, Texas to let you know the Flex Diet certification is open now through midnight April 26, 2021. Go to flexdiet.com for all the details. Episode Notes Description of the eight interventions discussed in...

28 April 2021

S2_EP_42: 3 Better Alternatives to 6 Popular Exercises

By Dr. Mike T Nelson In Podcast Tags experience life magazine , metabolic flexibility , mike t nelson , neuroplasticity , neurosports , physiologic flexibility , physiologic flexibility certification , popular exercises , principles for training , recreation , sport psychology

I originally wrote an article for Experience Life Magazine about several popular exercises and their equally effective alternatives. Today’s podcast covers those exercises and recommendations. Episode Notes Barbell Back Squat Why is this so popular? What are two or...

28 April 2021

S2_EP_41_Wrap up of the 2021 Society of NeuroSports Meeting: Neuro, Exercise, Brains and Cognition

By Dr. Mike T Nelson In Podcast Tags metabolic flexibility , mike t nelson , neuroplasticity , neurosports , physiologic flexibility , physiologic flexibility certification , principles for training , recreation , sport psychology

I’m excited to bring you a report from the Society for Neurosports Conference in Florida. Here’s a super-nerdy rundown on the latest and greatest in neuroscience and exercise physiology Episode Notes The effect of aerobic exercise on cognition –...

28 April 2021

S2_EP_40 Why You Should Learn a New Sport for Recreation

By Dr. Mike T Nelson In Articles, Podcast Tags consistency , mike t nelson , neuroplasticity , physiologic flexibility , physiologic flexibility certification , principles for training , recreation , sport psychology , training goals

Today’s topic covers the difference between exercise and recreation. I’ll explain why I think recreation and learning a new skill are important, especially as we age. Episode Notes Definition of exercise vs. recreation FIght human tendency to not want...

28 April 2021

S2_EP_39 Physiologic Flexibility Certification Is Now Open

By Dr. Mike T Nelson In Articles, Podcast Tags consistency , mike t nelson , physiologic flexibility , physiologic flexibility certification , principles for training , recovery , sport psychology , training goals , variability

The physiologic flexibility certification is now open as of Monday, March 22nd until Midnight CST March 29, 2021). The certification includes interventions like hot/ cold, breathing technique, blood glucose- CGMs to basic blood work, keto dos/ don’ts, HIIT, aerobic...

08 March 2021

S2_EP_38 Variability in Your Training and the Importance of Consistency

By Dr. Mike T Nelson In Articles, Podcast Tags consistency , mike t nelson , principles for training , recovery , sport psychology , training goals , variability

In today’s episode, I’m talking to you about variability in your training. I’ll give something you can apply immediately to increase your performance, build more muscle, and help you avoid injury. Episode Notes The importance of having something you...

01 March 2021

S2_EP_37: All about fish oil, essential fats, and more, an interview with Dr Doug Bibus

By Dr. Mike T Nelson In Articles, Podcast Tags animals , arachidonic acid , dha , diet , dr doug bilbus , dr mike t nelson , eating , epa , fat , fatty acids , fish , fish oil , grams , hibernating , membranes , omega , omega threes , produce , study , work

Today, I’m interviewing Dr. Doug Bibus. He’s my go-to guy for questions about Omega 3, Omega 6, or fish oil testing. In this episode, we talk all about essential fats, as well as some new science on possibly reducing...

23 February 2021

S2_EP_36 Nasal vs. Mouth Breathing During Intense Exercise

By Dr. Mike T Nelson In Articles, Podcast Tags art of breath , dr mike t nelson , flex diet cert , flex diet certification , intense exercise , mike t nelson , mouth breathing , nasal breathing , nutrition , performance , training

Nasal breathing is all the rage these days, but how does it stack up to mouth breathing during intense exercise? Listen in as I explore the literature surrounding this question, and I’ll let you know my thoughts on where...

15 February 2021

S2_EP35_The Process of the Science of Body Composition with Dr Tommy Wood and Dr Ben House

By Dr. Mike T Nelson In Articles, Podcast Tags better body composition , dr mike t nelson , Dr. Ben House , Dr. Tommy Wood , flex diet cert , flex diet certification , mike t nelson , nutrition , training

Dr. Tommy Wood and Dr. Ben House join me on the podcast this week to discuss the process of the science of body composition. Episode Notes Lies, Dam Lies, and Statistics How to read a study beyond just the...

11 February 2021

S2_EP_34: 4 Weeks To Get In Killer Shape

By Dr. Mike T Nelson In Articles, Podcast Tags better body composition , dr mike t nelson , flex diet cert , flex diet certification , mike t nelson , nutrition , training

Hi listeners. I’m back after a few weeks in Costa Rica. Jodie and I spent time working on a couple of projects with a few days of kiteboarding thrown in. Today’s episode answers a great question. If you only...

25 January 2021

S2_EP_33: How To Eat Organ Meats, Image Issues in Fitness and More with Ashleigh VanHouten

By Dr. Mike T Nelson In Articles, Podcast Tags Asleigh VanHouten , carnivore , dr mike t nelson , flex diet cert , flex diet certification , hypertrophy , It Takes Guts , mike t nelson , muscle maven , organ meat

Today, I interview Ashleigh VanHouten about her new book, It Takes Guts. Yes, it’s about eating all parts of the animal. We discuss why organ meats haven’t been popular in the past, their role in fitness, and how you...

18 January 2021

S2_EP_32: How To Train for Muscle Hypertrophy , an Interview with Kassem of N1 Education

By Dr. Mike T Nelson In Articles, Podcast Tags dr mike t nelson , flex diet cert , flex diet certification , hypertrophy , Kassem Hanson , mike t nelson , n1 education , n1 training

Today’s podcast takes a deep dive into training. How should you be training? Can you activate specific parts of different muscles? Our thoughts on internal vs. external cues for hypertrophy and bodybuilding. Last, we discuss the role of science...

11 January 2021

S2_EP_31: All About Fish Oil, Essential Dietary Fats and More with Brent Uken

By Dr. Mike T Nelson In Articles, Podcast Tags cardiovascular health , dr mike t nelson , fish oil , flex diet cert , flex diet certification , mike t nelson , omega 3 , omega 3 index , omega 6 , supplements

Brent Uken and I go deep on all things fishy. Are there ways you can improve your fatty acid balance, and why is it so important? Get the inside scoop on his new study. Also, learn about how to...

06 January 2021

S2_EP_30_3 Step Process to Reach Your Fitness Goals in 2021

By Dr. Mike T Nelson In Articles, Podcast Tags dr mike t nelson , fitness goals , flex diet cert , flex diet certification , mike t nelson , SAID principle

Today we’re talking about goal setting in a different way from what you’re used to hearing. You’ll take away practical tips you can use that are highly effective for yourself or with your clients. Episode Notes Intentions with a...

30 December 2020

S2_EP_29 How to Recover Faster and Be More Resilient via Sleep and Sports Supplements with Dr Greg Potter

By Dr. Mike T Nelson In Articles, Podcast Tags dr greg potter , dr mike t nelson , flex diet cert , flex diet certification , greg potter , mike t nelson , resilient nutrition , sleep , sleep science , sleep supplements

Dr. Greg Potter and I talk about resiliency and fascinating aspects of sleep and supplement science. Dr. Potter is an expert on circadian rhythms and how they interact with nutrition and sleep. He’s a nutrition consultant with his own...

21 December 2020

S2_EP_28 High Flux Model and More for Fat Loss and Client Coaching, an interview with Dean Guedo and Jeb Johnston of StrongerU

By Dr. Mike T Nelson In Articles, Podcast Tags coaching , dean guedo , dr mike t nelson , flex diet cert , flex diet certification , jeb johnston , mike t nelson , sport psychology , strength and conditioning , strongeru

Today, I’ve got a great conversation with Dean and Jeb from StrongerU. We talk about the high flux condition – where you are trying to pull more energy through your system. We talk about NEAT (primarily through step count),...

15 December 2020

S2_EP_27 The Ph.D. Process, RPR, and Cutting Edge Psychology: an interview with Precision Nutrition’s Head Strength and Sport Psychology coach Dr Adam Feit

By Dr. Mike T Nelson In Articles, Podcast Tags dr adam feit , dr mike t nelson , flex diet cert , flex diet certification , mike t nelson , precision nutrition , research , sport psychology , strength and conditioning

On today’s episode, Dr. Adam Feit and I talk about the Ph.D. process, as well as a variety of topics including DOMS, the nervous system, RPR, and others. Episode Notes Discussion of the Ph.D. process Research limitations and struggles...

08 December 2020

S2_EP_26 Useful Tips for Fitness Trainers and Their Clients: Interview with coach Lee Boyce

By Dr. Mike T Nelson In Articles, Podcast Tags dr mike t nelson , fitness tradeoffs , gym culture , lee boyce , personal training , physiologic flexibility , physiologic flexibility certification , training

Today, I have my good buddy Lee Boyce on the podcast. We discuss everything around gym culture, personal training, clients, and tips we’ve used over the years. Episode Notes Managing training through COVID restrictions Encouraging client independence The role...

16 November 2020

S2_EP_24_The 4 Aspects of Physiologic Flexibility for Enhanced Recovery, Anti-fragility, and Robustness with Dr Mike T Nelson

By Dr. Mike T Nelson In Articles, Podcast Tags blood glucose , body temperature , CO2 , metabolic flexibility , oxygen , pH , physiologic flexibility , physiologic flexibility certification

Today’s episode covers the four aspects of physiologic flexibility and how you can leverage each to improve various aspects of your life. I cover where the idea comes from and what you’ll learn in the physiologic flexibility certification course....

10 November 2020

S2_EP_23_Cranial Face Structures, Nasal Breathing, Orthodontics, Tongue Position, and More Unlikely Performance Limiters: Interview with Zac Cupples

By Dr. Mike T Nelson In Articles, Podcast Tags adhd , airway structure , cranial face structures , flex diet cert , flex diet certification , mike t nelson , nasal breathing , physiologic flexibillity , sleep apnea , training goals , zac cupples

Dr. Mike T Nelson and wife Jodie talk with Zac about rate limiters on performance like palate issues, teeth movement, and function, as well as how to get a good sleep study (what to look for and what to...

04 November 2020

S2_EP_22_The Neurology of Performance, Physiology, and Life with Dr Chris Friesen

By Dr. Mike T Nelson In Articles, Podcast Tags dr chris friesen , flex diet cert , flex diet certification , mike t nelson , neurofeedback , neurologic flexibility , neurology , physiologic flexibillity , psychologic flexibility , training goals

Today’s episode cover psychology and neurologic aspects of training and peak performance with Dr. Chris Friesen. We talk about different aspects of performance. He discusses neurofeedback techniques and why he uses them. Lastly, we discuss HRV, the nervous system,...

26 October 2020

S2_EP_21_Anders from Barbell Shrugged Joins With A Huge Announcement

By Dr. Mike T Nelson In Articles, Podcast Tags Anders Varner , Barbell Shrugged , e-book , flex diet cert , flex diet certification , mike t nelson , programming , Shrugged Collective , walmart

Today, my buddy Anders from Barbell Shrugged joins with a huge announcement. Barbell Shrugged is releasing three exercise programs inside Walmart. Listen to learn how it got started, what the program is about, and how you can pick it...

19 October 2020

S2_EP_20_7 Reasons to do an AM Walk for Recovery

By Dr. Mike T Nelson In Articles, Podcast Tags eye movement , fasted cardio , fitness goals , flex diet cert , flex diet certification , mike t nelson , morning walk , optic flow , recovery , sunlight

This Flex Diet episode provides 7 reasons why you should take a morning walk for recovery. Not all of them are what you think. Episode Notes Fasted cardio Low insulin Low effort Increase blood flow for recovery Eye movement...

15 October 2020

S2_EP_19_Run Down on Popular Gym Chains with Mario Mavrides

By Dr. Mike T Nelson In Articles, Podcast Tags 9 Round , crossfit , fitness goals , flex diet cert , flex diet certification , mario mavrides , mike t nelson , orange theory , Tap Out Fitness

Guest Mario Mavrides and I go through a brief rundown of some of the more popular gym and fitness chains. What are the pros? Cons? Even if you don’t work out at the chains discussed, you likely have friends...

06 October 2020

S2_EP_18: Holding Paradox: The Key to Reaching Your Fitness Goals

By Dr. Mike T Nelson In Articles Tags fitness goals , flex diet cert , flex diet certification , holding paradox , mike t nelson , principles for training , training goals

Today’s tip revolves around the concept of holding a paradox specific to lifting. This means you can accept where you are with a certain lift without judgment while also continuing to work on getting better. Episode Notes Being “happy”...

05 October 2020

S2_EP_16: Protein, Metabolism and Research: Interview with Eric Williamson from Unlocked Fitness

By Dr. Mike T Nelson In Articles Tags autophagy , Eric Williamson , flex diet cert , flex diet certification , mike t nelson , principles for training , protein , protein and fasting , training goals , Unlocked Fitness

On today’s podcast, I interview Eric Williamson from Unlocked Fitness about protein, metabolism, and research. We cover some of the pros and cons of his research and provide practical tips for how much protein you really need. Episode Notes...

05 October 2020

S2_Ep_17_The 3 Forgotten Principles To Reach Your Fitness Goals

By Dr. Mike T Nelson In Articles Tags fitness goals , flex diet cert , flex diet certification , mike t nelson , principles for training , training goals

A solocast with yours nerdy today on the top 3 forgotten principles that you need to employ to add more muscle and get stronger faster. Listen in and find out what they are today. Episode Notes My top 3...

27 September 2020

The Best Pre-Workout Nutrition for Performance In The Gym

By Dr. Mike T Nelson In Uncategorized Tags

Ok, you are probably wondering what is the best pre-workout, right? Before we get into this, what should the ideal pre-workout contain? That all depends on what you want it to DO. Here is my list: Increase performance...