S2_EP_40 Why You Should Learn a New Sport for Recreation

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...