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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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11 August 2021
Episode 110: The Effects of Myostatin, Genetics, and NSAIDs on Muscle Growth with Dr Brandon Roberts
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04 August 2021
Episode 109: My First Strongman Competition, Programming, Exercise Selection, Grip Strength, and Conditioning with Dr Tommy Wood
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...
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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,...
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26 July 2021
Episode 107: Peak Week: How to Look Leaner by Manipulating Water, Carbs, Salt, and More with Dr Guillermo Escalante
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,...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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30 June 2021
Episode 103: From Blood Sugar to Testosterone, Thomas Phillips Picks My Brain on Important Health Topics
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...
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24 June 2021
S2_EP_51_Recap of the 2021 International Society of Sports Nutrition – ISSN – Conference in Florida
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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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11 May 2021
S2_EP_45_Review of Cold Water Immersion
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...
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28 April 2021
S2_EP_44_Fasted vs. Fed Cardio – Brand New Research
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...
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28 April 2021
S2_EP_43_Flex Diet Certification Now Open
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...
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28 April 2021
S2_EP_42: 3 Better Alternatives to 6 Popular Exercises
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...
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28 April 2021
S2_EP_41_Wrap up of the 2021 Society of NeuroSports Meeting: Neuro, Exercise, Brains and Cognition
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 –...
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Today, I’ve got a big holiday tip for you. Also, stay tuned for many fun guests coming up in the next few weeks! This podcast is sponsored by flexdiet.com. Hop on to join the waitlist, as well as to...
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16 November 2020
S2_EP_24_The 4 Aspects of Physiologic Flexibility for Enhanced Recovery, Anti-fragility, and Robustness with Dr Mike T Nelson
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....
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