S2_EP_46_Overcoming Our Limits with Iron Tamer David Whitley

18 May 2021

S2_EP_46_Overcoming Our Limits with Iron Tamer David Whitley

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...

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...