Podcasts about certified sports nutritionist cissn

Ever wondered how a holistic approach can redefine sports medicine and athlete care? This episode features the insightful Dr. Marieta Buse, a naturopathic doctor and Certified Sports Nutritionist (CISSN), who shares her journey and extensive knowledge on treating and preventing injuries through naturopathy. Dr. Buse offers a compelling contrast between the training required to become a naturopathic doctor in North America and programs elsewhere. She also walks us through her multifaceted approach, encompassing hands-on therapies, lab testing, diet, and supplements to enhance not just musculoskeletal health, but also cardiovascular and digestive well-being.Dr. Marieta Buse ND, CISSNDr. Marieta's passion is sports medicine, with her background in naturopathic medicine. To treat and prevent injuries, she uses hands-on, physical therapies to restore and maintain functional alignment of the body. The benefit of a naturopathic approach to care is that she uses lab testing, diet and supplements to enhance the function of all systems of the body beyond the musculoskeletal system, including the cardiovascular and digestive systems.Dr. Marieta works with all-level athletes & outdoor enthusiasts to optimize performance, health and general well-being. When not in the clinic, Dr. Marieta can be found in the great outdoors enjoying her favorite sport, rock climbing.About the ShowWe cover all things related to sports science, nutrition, and performance. The Sports Science Dudes represent the opinions of the hosts and guests and are not the official opinions of the International Society of Sports Nutrition (ISSN), the Society for Sports Neuroscience, or Nova Southeastern University. The advice provided on this show should not be construed as medical advice and is purely an educational forum.Hosted by Jose Antonio, PhDDr. Antonio is the co-founder and CEO of the International Society of Sports Nutrition and the co-founder of the Society for Sports Neuroscience, www.issn.net. Dr. Antonio has over 120 peer-reviewed publications and 16 books. He is a Professor at Nova Southeastern University, Davie, Florida in the Department of Health and Human Performance.Twitter: @JoseAntonioPhDInstagram: the_issn and supphdCo-host Anthony Ricci EdDDr Ricci is an expert on Fight Sports and is currently an Assistant Professor at Nova Southeastern University in Davie Florida in the Department of Health and Human Performance.Instagram: sportpsy_sci_doc and fightshape_ricci 

Save 20% on all NuZest Products WORLDWIDE with the code MIKKIPEDIA at www.nuzest.co.nz, www.nuzest.com.au or www.nuzest.comThis week on the podcast. Mikki speaks to Dr Grant Tinsley about the accuracy of body composition scales, what is considered gold standard and how much weight we should put on the numbers that are provided by your at home bathroom scales versus the In Body that you might have at your gym. They also discuss intermittent fasting for active populations (including men and women). A great all around discussion for people wanting to understand their body composition data more AND for those interested in intermittent fasting.Grant Tinsley is an Associate Professor at Texas Tech University, the Director of the Energy Balance & Body Composition Laboratory, and is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) and Certified Sports Nutritionist (CISSN). He has over 150 peer-reviewed journal articles and abstracts, with his major research interests being sports nutrition strategies, body composition assessment techniques, and intermittent fasting in active populations. Grant can be found here at his website https://granttinsley.com/ where there is a link to his research, and on Instagram here https://www.instagram.com/grant_tinsley_phd/  Contact Mikki:https://mikkiwilliden.com/https://www.facebook.com/mikkiwillidennutritionhttps://www.instagram.com/mikkiwilliden/https://linktr.ee/mikkiwillidenCurranz supplement: MIKKI saves you 25% at www.curranz.co.nz or www.curranz.co.uk ooff your first order

Dr. Grant Tinsley is an Associate Professor and Director of the Energy Balance & Body Composition Laboratory at Texas Tech University in Lubbock, Texas. He earned his Ph.D. in Kinesiology and Exercise Nutrition from Baylor University after completing bachelor's degrees in Nutritional Sciences and Physiology at Oklahoma State University, as well as a master's degree in Biomedical Sciences from Colorado State University. He is also a Certified Sports Nutritionist (CISSN) through the International Society of Sports Nutrition and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS,*D) through the National Strength and Conditioning Association. His current research interests are the critical evaluation of body composition assessment techniques, the influence of intermittent fasting on resistance training adaptations, and sports nutrition strategies to improve performance and body composition. Dr. Tinsley has published over 100 peer-reviewed journal articles and directed 16 externally supported projects.About the ShowWe cover all things related to sports science, nutrition, and performance. The Sports Science Dudes represent the opinions of the hosts and guests and are not the official opinions of the International Society of Sports Nutrition (ISSN), the Society for Sports Neuroscience, or Nova Southeastern University. The advice provided on this show should not be construed as medical advice and is purely an educational forum.Hosted by Jose Antonio PhDDr. Antonio is the co-founder and CEO of the International Society of Sports Nutrition, as well as the co-founder of the Society for Sports Neuroscience.Dr. Antonio has over 100 peer-reviewed publications, 16 books, and is Professor at Nova Southeastern University, Davie Florida in the Department of Health, and Human Performance.Twitter: @JoseAntonioPhDCo-host Anthony Ricci EdDDr Ricci is an expert on Fight Sports and is currently an Assistant Professor at Nova Southeastern University in Davie Florida in the Department of Health and Human Performance.Twitter: @sportsci_psyDoc

Dr. Grant Tinsley is an Associate Professor and Director of the Energy Balance & Body Composition Laboratory at Texas Tech University in Lubbock, Texas. He earned his Ph.D. in Kinesiology and Exercise Nutrition from Baylor University after completing bachelor's degrees in Nutritional Sciences and Physiology at Oklahoma State University, as well as a master's degree in Biomedical Sciences from Colorado State University. He is also a Certified Sports Nutritionist (CISSN) through the International Society of Sports Nutrition and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS,*D) through the National Strength and Conditioning Association. His current research interests are the critical evaluation of body composition assessment techniques, the influence of intermittent fasting on resistance training adaptations, and sports nutrition strategies to improve performance and body composition. Dr. Tinsley has published over 100 peer-reviewed journal articles and directed 16 externally supported projects.About the ShowWe cover all things related to sports science, nutrition, and performance. The Sports Science Dudes represent the opinions of the hosts and guests and are not the official opinions of the International Society of Sports Nutrition (ISSN), the Society for Sports Neuroscience, or Nova Southeastern University. The advice provided on this show should not be construed as medical advice and is purely an educational forum.Hosted by Jose Antonio PhDDr. Antonio is the co-founder and CEO of the International Society of Sports Nutrition, as well as the co-founder of the Society for Sports Neuroscience.Dr. Antonio has over 100 peer-reviewed publications, 16 books, and is Professor at Nova Southeastern University, Davie Florida in the Department of Health, and Human Performance.Twitter: @JoseAntonioPhDCo-host Anthony Ricci EdDDr Ricci is an expert on Fight Sports and is currently an Assistant Professor at Nova Southeastern University in Davie Florida in the Department of Health and Human Performance.Twitter: @sportsci_psyDoc

Dr Victoria Burgess - the Lara Croft of Sports Science!2:30 – Victoria's 4-day clinic on surfing/SUP3:30 – The Treasure Coast Paddle Battle in Fort Pierce FL7:40 – Does it matter when you train vis a vis its effect on sleep? Dr. Burgess' dissertation data12:10 – Shocking how little people sleep (5-6 hr. a night) and how often they wake up! Over a dozen times a night people wake up!13:20 – Dr. Ricci – Mary Jane doesn't help you sleep; it just makes you less aggravated when you're awake15:45 – Dr. Burgess explains the challenges of tactical athletes (e.g., firefighters, paramedics, etc.)26:30 – After drinking lots of tequila, Victoria said “I think I'll Paddle from Cuba to Key West.” – And she set a Guinness Book Record! It took her 27 hours and 48 minutes.32:24 – How do you train for an ultra-endurance paddling event? A huge mental game33:19 – Her longest paddle prior to the Cuba to Key West crossing was 12 hours36:10 – I had 7,000 calories from my paddle from Cuba to Key West! Oreo cookies, Fettuccine, PB and J, Coke, Red Bull, etc.45:16 – Physical reaction to the long-distance paddle: inflammation, swelling, pain…46:20 – How long it took for Victoria to get back to “normal” post-paddle.49:23 – Victoria's next big race is a half-ironman triathlon relay! Swim (Victoria Burgess), Bike (Karla Antonio), and Run (Jamie Perko). 52:46 – Check out this hilarious video of Victoria's crew trying to feed her during her Cuba to Key West paddle; Oreos and Bud LightBIOVictoria Burgess earned her Ph.D. in Health and Human Performance from Concordia University Chicago and is a Certified Sports Nutritionist (CISSN). She currently is the CEO of Tactical Athlete Nutrition +Performance where she writes nutrition and performance programming for a variety of athletes, ranging from the weekend warrior to the professional athlete. Furthermore, she is an Adjunct Professor in the Human Performance and Nutrition department at Concordia Chicago & Parker University, where she teaches undergrad, grad, and doctoral level courses. She has an active role as a researcher in many sports science, performance, and nutritional studies with the International Society of Sports Nutrition. Prior to her career in performance and nutrition, she was a career Firefighter/Paramedic for 16 years in South Florida, proudly serving the City of Pompano Beach. Victoria is also a water sports athlete, holds a Guinness World Record in standup paddleboarding, and competes around the country in paddleboarding and surfing. Here is an article on her epic Guinness World Record paddle from Cuba to Florida. https://paddlemonster.com/stand-up-paddleboard-races/victoria-burgess-does-it-cuba-to-key-west/ About the ShowWe cover all things related to sports science, nutrition, and performance. The Sports Science Dudes represents the opinions of the hosts and guests and are not the official opinions of the International Society of Sports Nutrition (ISSN), the Society for NeuroSports, or Nova Southeastern University. The advice provided on this show should not be construed as medical advice and is purely an educational forum.Hosted by Jose Antonio PhDhttps://www.sportsnutritionsociety.org/Board-of-Directors.html Twitter: @JoseAntonioPhD Co-host Anthony Ricci EdDAnthony Ricci | College of Health Care Sciences | NSU (nova.edu)Twitter: @sportsci_psyDoc

Can you live longer by changing the way you eat? There are many claims out there about intermittent fasting and its impact on health and longevity. Some people say you can extend your lifespan just by rearranging the time window of when you eat every day. Is that true, though? What does science say about fasting in humans and its effects on how long you'll live? Rather than examining this myself, I invited an intermittent fasting expert, Dr. Grant Tinsley, to explore the topic. Grant has been on the podcast before to discuss body fat measurement techniques, but as a scientist who's been involved in many time-restricted feeding studies on athletes, he's the perfect guest for this topic. Grant is an Associate Professor at Texas Tech University, the Director of the Energy Balance & Body Composition Laboratory, and is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) and Certified Sports Nutritionist (CISSN). He has over 150 peer-reviewed journal articles and abstracts, with his major research interests being sports nutrition strategies, body composition assessment techniques, and intermittent fasting in active populations. Grant and I chat about . . . The role of mTOR, AMPK, and sirtuins in aging Metabolic age versus chronological age Rodent metabolism and why we can't apply research in animals to humans Autophagy, how long it takes to ramp up with fasting, and whether it matters Who should try fasting and who could potentially benefit Fasting's effects on muscle retention And more . . . So, if you're interested in the science of fasting's effects on longevity and how seriously you should take bold claims about lifespan and time-restricted feeding, check out this podcast and let me know your thoughts! --- Timestamps 0:00 - Try Whey+ risk-free today! Go to buylegion.com/whey and use coupon code MUSCLE to save 20% or get double reward points! 5:45 - Is intermittent fasting essential for overall health and longevity? 10:11 - What are some of the things that people are looking at in research and are being extrapolated into humans? 16:05 - What are your thoughts on the validity of metabolic aging? 22:36 - What are the benefits of fasting? 25:44 - What are some reasons I should consider fasting? 27:26 - What are your thoughts on fasting increasing longevity? 35:23 - How long do you have to fast for to make a meaningful health difference? 41:25 - Does fasting cause muscle loss? 49:03 - What are your thoughts on the importance of minimizing mTOR to maximize longevity? 1:01:30 - Where can people find you? --- Mentioned on the Show: Try Whey+ risk-free today! Go to buylegion.com/whey and use coupon code MUSCLE to save 20% or get double reward points! Grant's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grant_tinsley_phd Grant's Website: www.granttinsley.com

Andres Vargas began his transformation journey by losing 120 pounds and along the way, fell in love with pushing the limits of what his body could achieve. He shares how he learned the hard way that his strong work ethic could be a double-edged sword and tells Ethan how he now teaches others to have both remarkable and sustainable results. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are all body fat scales equally inaccurate? Are some accurate enough to actually be useful when tracking our body composition? That's what Dr. Grant Tinsley wanted to test in the latest study out of his lab, and he's discussing the surprising results in this interview. Many fitness enthusiasts want to track their body fat levels and body composition to keep tabs on their progress and ensure their training and diet are on the right track. So it's no surprise that many have been tempted to buy relatively inexpensive body fat scales and home devices that claim they can assess your body composition just by stepping on a scale or holding special electrodes. I've never recommended these devices due to their inaccuracy, but are some bio-electrical impedance analysis (BIA) devices good enough to actually help people keep track of their body composition? That's exactly what Dr. Grant Tinsley wanted to find out and what he and his team put to the test in their latest study. Grant and his colleagues bought some of the most popular BIA devices off of Amazon and compared their results with current gold-standard methods and expensive devices to determine how useful these tools really are. So, how accurate are BIA body fat scales, why do some work better than others, can they actually be useful for tracking your body composition, and how can you get consistent and accurate readings with them? You're going to find out in this podcast. In case you're not familiar with Grant, he's an Assistant Professor at Texas Tech University, the Director of the Energy Balance & Body Composition Laboratory, and is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) and Certified Sports Nutritionist (CISSN). He has over 150 peer-reviewed journal articles and abstracts, with his major research interests being sports nutrition strategies, body composition assessment techniques, and intermittent fasting in active populations. So, he's the perfect guest to talk all about body composition measurement and discuss his new research on BIA devices. Press play to listen to our discussion! --- Timestamps: 0:00 - Try Pulse today! Go to https://buylegion.com/pulse and use coupon code MUSCLE to save 20% or get double reward points! 4:30 - What is body composition and how accurately do home devices assess that? 21:09 - Do you recommend these devices? 30:17 - Did you come across any useful devices doing your experiments? 35:04 - What are other methods to accurately calculate body composition at home? 46:23 - What is three dimensional optimal imaging? 47:37 - What are your thoughts on the expensive machines found at gyms? 51:01 - What is the accuracy of the army body fat equation? 56:31 - What are some controlled factors we can practice for consistent readings? 59:08 - Where can we find you and your work? --- Mentioned on the show: Try Pulse today! Go to https://buylegion.com/pulse and use coupon code MUSCLE to save 20% or get double reward points! Grant's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grant_tinsley_phd Grant's Website: www.granttinsley.com Pre-registered study: https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT05026697

Concussions can have a profound impact on our brains and are not always the result of a direct blow to the head. This week I interview Erik Bustillo, RD on concussions, what they are, how they impact the brain, how they can happen, nutrition supported recovery and the impact they can have on mental health. Erik Bustillo, MS, RD, FISSN, CISSN, CSC, CPT practices as a Registered Dietitian, Strength Coach, Fitness Trainer, and Health Coach. He attended Florida International University and earned his B.S. in Dietetics & Nutrition and his M.S. in Applied Exercise Science with a concentration in Sports Nutrition from Concordia University Chicago. Additionally, Erik is the current Co-Vice President and a Fellow of the International Society of Sports Nutrition (ISSN) as well as a Certified Sports Nutritionist (CISSN), a Certified Strength Coach through the National Council on Strength & Fitness (NCSF), and a Certified Personal Trainer through the National Strength & Conditioning Association (NSCA).   Erik has experience in research and working with professional, collegiate & tactical athletes, weekend warriors, avid CrossFitters, and in an outpatient setting helping individuals with weight loss/gain as desired outcomes using motivational interviewing and seeing medical nutrition therapy patients. We talk about: How Erik became interested in sports nutrition  What is a concussion and how does it affect our brain?  Are there any implications on mental health from concussions? What sports are at risk of concussions Long term impacts of concussions How does nutrition play a role following a concussion? Can it impact return to sport? With all the crazy supplements out there focused on enhancing brain health - are there any supplements to take or avoid in concussion recovery? Is there any link between gut health and concussion recovery? What about Probiotic use for concussion recovery?    Connect with Erik on Instagram or on Twitter or on his Facebook here as well!

To watch this episode and other past episodes, please visit Rachel's YouTube channel. Don't forget to join Rachel's weekly newsletter, The Friday Flex here: https://www.metflexlife.com/newsletter  Listeners can find Cody Moxley at his website https://n1.education and https://n1.training, and on Instagram @cjmoxley Cody Moxley is a Coach and CFO for N1 Education and a Certified Sports Nutritionist (CISSN). He has been working in the fitness industry for 6 years. The first three were predominantly in the product development and marketing area before getting into the role of online coaching. The majority of his online clients are coaches as well. One of his favorite parts of working with them is the mentorship and education aspect to help them improve and fine-tune their own skills in program design for their own clients. In this episode, we take a deep dive into biomechanics basics, what mind-muscle connection really means and how to apply it to your training, myths around females and training, junk volume and why it matters, and much more! Top Takeaways: Biomechanic basics: what they are and why they matter for your training Top three exercises you may want to  swap out for better options How to use “booty bands” effectively and how they could be doing you a disservice if you're not Junk volume explained Why you shouldn't always believe what you read even if it's coming from a well-established scientific journal  Show Notes: [0:00] Introduction to the episode trailer  [0:30] Rachel gives a brief bio of guest Cody Moxley   [1:30] Welcome back to MetFlex and Chill! Rachel welcomes guest Cody Moxley @cjmoxley  [2:30] Cody shares how he got into the nutrition and training space [6:00] Question: Can you explain the difference between shortened and lengthen ranges and how that applies to different exercises? [12:00] Question: Where do you see people making the most mistakes in their training program?  [14:30] Question: Can you explain mind-muscle connection from your perspective? [17:00] Question: What is the difference between sensation vs. stimulation? And what mistakes do you feel a lot of people are making when it comes to choosing exercises where they might “feel” a lot of that sensation, but it might not actually be stimulating? [20:30] Question: What are your top three exercises you see people doing and you would recommend they swap those exercises out for something different to get optimal results? [24:30] Question: Is there any effectiveness to the abduction machine aka the “good girl bad girl” machine?  [26:30] Question: Where do booty bands come into play in terms of practicality versus where they may be doing you a disservice? [32:30] Question: What are some of the most common misconceptions that you hear when it comes to females versus males training? [37:30] Question: What is junk volume and why does it matter? [46:30] Question: Why do we have to take research, especially when it comes to nutrition/fitness/exercise with a “grain of salt?” [55:30] Prime Fitness [55:30] Listeners can check out more from Cody Moxley at his website https://n1.education and https://n1.training, and on Instagram @cjmoxley  [57:30] Thanks for listening to another episode! If you're loving MetFlex and Chill and want to help grow the show, please head over to Itunes and leave a rating and review! How to Leave an Apple Podcast Review: First, Open the podcast app on your iPhone, Mac, or iPad. Then, hit the “Search” tab at the bottom right-hand corner of the page and search for MetFlex and Chill. Select the podcast, scroll down to find the subheading “Ratings & Reviews”. and select “Write a Review.” Next, select the number of stars you'd like to leave. Please choose 5 stars! Using the text box which says “Title,” write a title for your review. Then in the text box, write the review itself. The review can be up to 300 words long, but doesn't need to be much more than: “Love the show! Thanks!” or “Rachel provides wonderful content from a multitude of expert guests!” Once you're done select “Send” in the upper right-hand corner. --- Rachel Gregory is a Board-Certified Nutritionist, Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Podcaster, and founder of MetFlex Life. She is also the author of the international best-selling book, "21-Day Ketogenic Diet Weight Loss Challenge." Rachel received her Master's Degree in Nutrition & Exercise Physiology from James Madison University and Bachelor's Degree in Sports Medicine from the University of Miami. Rachel completed the first-ever human clinical trial looking at the effects of the Ketogenic Diet in non-elite CrossFit athletes, which is published in the International Journal of Sports and Exercise Medicine. Currently, in her day-to-day coaching business, Rachel guides her clients to becoming the best, most confident version of themselves. She has a passion for educating those dedicated to optimizing their physical and mental well-being while improving long-term health and fitness goals. Her most popular course, Keto for Women, has helped women all across the world learn how to ditch the restrictive, all-or-nothing mindset associated with keto and instead thrive through the power of metabolic flexibility. You can connect and learn more about Rachel's work by visiting her website www.metflexlife.com  Social Links: Youtube: @rachelgregory Instagram: @rachelgregory.cns TikTok: @rachelgregory.cns Facebook: @metflexlife 

Episode 102:  Brian St. Pierre is the director of nutrition at Precision Nutrition, the coauthor of PN's Level 1 Certification textbook, and the mastermind behind the Precision Nutrition Calculator. He holds a master's degree in Food Science and Human Nutrition from the University of Maine.He's also a Registered Dietitian (RD), Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, and a Certified Sports Nutritionist (CISSN). During his time at Precision Nutrition, Brian has provided nutrition coaching and performance meal planning to professional and Olympic athletes and also served as a nutrition consultant for the NBA's San Antonio Spurs and Brooklyn Nets.Today I got to pick his brain on Precision Nutrition's latest certification on Sleep, Stress Management & recovery coaching that I'm in the process of completing.  And Brian was kind enough to give our athletes some ideas on how to keep their bodies feeling right.  

Matthew is currently a doctoral candidate in the Energy Balance and Body Composition Laboratory at TexasTech University studying under Dr. Grant Tinsley. He also has his Masters in Applied Exercise and Health Sciences, and his Bachelors in Exercise Science. He is a Certified Personal Trainer from the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSMCPT), a Certified Sports Nutritionist (CISSN) through the International Society of Sports Nutrition, and a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) through the National Strength and Conditioning Association.In this episode we discuss:-Matthews fitness background.-What are the different types of fasting. -What is the main benefit of fasting?-Any health benefits?-What the research says about IF and weight loss. -What the research says about IF and muscle gain/performance. -Practical applications if you want to implement IF. -Potential downsides of IF. Where to find Matt:Twitter: @MTSstrength89Email: Matthew.Stratton@ttu.edu

In this episode, I am joined by Aaron Jeffery. He is a professional athlete, training in mixed martial arts and other combat sports, he is also a Certified Sports Nutritionist (CISSN) with the International Society of Sports Nutrition, and he received his Medical Sciences Degree (BSc) from Brock University. Aaron has worked with professional athletes in mixed martial arts, to assist in weight cutting and performance nutrition. In this episode we discuss:-His background, recent fight, and future fights. -What a typical fighter season looks like. -Can you fight too much in one year?-What a typical offseason looks like. -How to make sure the fighter doesn't get too out of shape in the offseason. -Training during the offseason. -Is weight training needed for a fight athlete?-Fight camp nutrition/training and leading up to the fight. -Downside of trying to lose too much weight during a fight camp. -Nutrition/training the week before a fight. -Nutrition the day of the fight. Where to find him:Nutrition Coaching Instagram: @jefferynutritionPersonal Instagram: @aajmmaWebsite: http://www.jefferynutrition.com/

In today's episode, Ben speaks with the Head of Nutrition for Precision Nutrition, Brian St Pierre. Brian holds a master’s degree in Food Science and Human Nutrition from the University of Maine. St. Pierre is a Registered Dietitian (RD), Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), and a Certified Sports Nutritionist (CISSN).  In this conversation, the two cover the foundational principles in nutrition, REDs in sports, tracking vs self-regulation, and nutrient timing. In addition, Brian and Ben discuss the approach of outcome-based decision making and the need for individualisation when it comes to nutrition.  To find out more about Brian, please visit Precision Nutrition Brian's Website Thank you to our sponsor Real Mushrooms for supporting our podcast and for bringing you the best quality organic mushroom extracts on the market. Real Mushrooms emphasizes the REAL, because many so-called “mushroom” products on the market don’t contain pure mushrooms. To learn more, please visit Real Mushrooms . Code BEN at checkout gets you 30% off your first purchase, and code MUSCLE 20% off for returning customers. If you enjoyed today’s episode, please share it with someone you love and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.

Visit stuschaefer.com for complete show notes. Leave us a rating and review! A Registered Dietitian (RD), Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) through the National Strength & Conditioning Association (NSCA), and a Certified Sports Nutritionist (CISSN), St. Pierre also serves on the Men's Health Network (MHN) Board of Advisors. He holds a master’s degree in Food Science and Human Nutrition from the University of Maine.

Jason Yun is a graduate of The Ohio State University, with an earned Bachelor's of Science degree in Sports and Leisure Studies with an emphasis in fitness, coaching, and recreation. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) and Certified Personal Trainer (NSCA-CPT) through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA). Is a certified United States Weightlifting Sports Performance Coach (USAW SPC). Is a Certified Sports Nutritionist (CISSN) through the International Society of Sports Nutrition (ISSN). Currently is working on achieving his certification as a Youth Fitness Specialist (Levels 1-3) through the International Youth Conditioning Association (IYCA). Some of the more recent experience placed him as an intern assistant strength and conditioning coach for several Olympic sports teams at the University of Louisville. He has worked as a personal trainer, strength coach, and as an instructor of kid's fitness classes and rock climbing activities.

The fundamentals are principles because they never change. They're not just cool ideas; they're factors that are consistent and important regardless of who you are, where you live, and what you do. So, whether you're an athlete, a stay-at-home mom, or a weekend warrior, all of these factors are important. How you go about following them can differ, but the principles remain the same. - Brian St. Pierre JOIN THE FACEBOOK GROUP | REVIEW THIS PODCAST  20% OFF ORGANIFI - USE CODE: WELLNESSFORCE What is the biggest roadblock that's keeping you from creating a healthier lifestyle? In Wellness Force Radio episode 180, Certified Sports Nutritionist, Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Author, and the Director of Performance Nutrition at Precision Nutrition, Brian St. Pierre will teach you the 5 Must Have Fundamentals: Nutrition, Sleep, Stress, Movement, and Environment. Plus find out why "calories in, calories out" is the wrong approach, how to increase your NEAT Factor, and how you can to let go of the old weight and gain more energy through nutrition. Whether you work long hours or you're raising a family, Brian will teach you how to apply the 5 Nutrition Fundamentals to fit your unique lifestyle. ONLINE NUTRITION COACHING Opening July 2018: Precision Nutrition Coaching for Men and Women Need help eating better, improving your health, and getting the body you want? If so, you’re in the right place. Twice a year Precision Nutrition opens their coaching program to men and women who want to look and feel their best. Over the course of 12 months, they help their clients get into the best shape of their lives… and stay that way for good. Ready to become the fittest, strongest, healthiest version of yourself? Your time is now. If you’re wondering what Precision Nutrition Coaching could do for you, take a peek at some of the amazing things they've helped clients accomplish: Listen To Episode 180 As Brian St. Pierre Uncovers: Why the idea behind "calories in, calories out," is incorrect and what other factors play into weight loss such as hormones, stress, and sleep. His personal ethos about putting the fundamentals first when it comes to nutrition and living a life full of wellness. How to let go of the old weight and gain more energy through nutrition. The importance of building specific, fundamental skills around health that you can use under any circumstance in life. Why the "all or nothing" mindset is the biggest roadblock that keeps you from creating a healthy lifestyle. The fact that people feel so alone when it comes to following their health and wellness journey. The 5 Health Fundamentals that everyone needs to know about - Nutrition, Sleep, Stress, Movement, and Environment. Why nutrition and movement are typically the first fundamentals that he focuses on with clients. The different nutrition trends out there and what you should be doing according to your personalized lifestyle. How he integrates emotional intelligence into each of the 5 fundamentals. Why doing small experiments on yourself can help you figure what works for your individual health needs. How your meal plan needs to be natural to fit your likes and routine. The healthy eating habits he created for himself when he was young based on what his family was like. How he works with clients who are parents versus those who are single. How his own coaching style evolved once he became a parent. Your energy levels when you were young adults versus in your 30s, 40s and beyond How busy people with families can begin to focus on applying the 5 fundamentals to their life. The 4 main components of our metabolism and utilizing energy including the NEAT Factor and our resting metabolic rate. How to increase your NEAT Factor in alignment with the 5 Fundamentals. The best way to integrate wearables like Fitbit into your NEAT Factor. Power Quotes From The Show "So many people get caught up in the latest, new study or theory that comes out and they drop everything they're doing. People begin to eat low-sugar or cut this and cut that out of their diets. Those things might be helpful, but they're not going to apply to everybody. What if I like sugar and some carbs? You can't fit everybody into the same mold. Instead, we should teach specific principles that come across different dietary strategies for people who are Vegan, Keto, or Low-Carb." - Brian St. Pierre "A lot of us have this fear of taking the first step. 'What if I do it and it doesn't work?' We want people to approach the fundamentals as small experiments. You're just playing with these factors to see what happens. If it doesn't work, you can go back to doing something else." - Brian St. Pierre "What worked for us in high school or college doesn't work for us anymore as full-grown adults. Back then you didn't have a full-time job, bills to pay, or all these other responsibilities that you now have. Life circumstances really dictate what you're able to do, but there's always something that you can do to stay on track and sustain your healthy lifestyle." - Brian St. Pierre "The NEAT Factor is maybe the no. 1 correlation to why people do or do not change weight when they under or overeat. Research has shown that NEAT can vary by up to 2,000 calories a day between people which is an enormous difference." - Brian St. Pierre "Your feelings and your emotions are not separate from your body. Your emotions impact your physical world and vice versa. They may be separate systems, but they're fully integrated with each other. Impacting one will impact the other." - Brian St. Pierre Links From Today's Show Brian St. Pierre Facebook Twitter Precision Nutrition Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube Google+ Pinterest Coach Brian St. Pierre of Precision Nutrition The High Performance Handbook Nutrition Guide by Brian St. Pierre Ultimate Hockey Transformation Nutrition Guide by Brian St. Pierre Show and Go Nutrition Guide by Brian St. Pierre Can Eating Too Little Actually Damage Your Metabolism? by Brian St. Pierre All About Nutrient Timing 23 Expert Tips to Help You Overcome The Most Common Coaching Challenges Use the NEAT Factor (Nonexercise Activity Thermogenesis) to Burn Calories Marianne Williamson WFR 131 Drew Manning WFR 084 Dr. David Perlmutter WFR 067 Dr. Jade Teta About Brian St. Pierre Brian is a Registered Dietitian (RD) and received his Bachelor’s in Human Nutrition and Dietetics from the University of Maine, where he also received his Master’s in Food Science and Human Nutrition. He is a Certified Sports Nutritionist (CISSN) as well as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS). Brian worked for three years at Cressey Sports Performance as the head Sports Nutritionist and as a Strength and Conditioning Coach, working with hundreds of athletes and recreational exercisers of all types. During this time, he also authored the High-Performance Handbook Nutrition Guide, Show and Go Nutrition Guide, Ultimate Hockey Nutrition, Ultimate Hockey Transformation Nutrition, and dozens of articles for publication. Nowadays, Brian is the Director of Performance Nutrition at Precision Nutrition, working with a host of professional sports teams including the San Antonio Spurs, Cleveland Browns, and more. He also works closely with Dr. John Berardi as a nutrition educator at Precision Nutrition, writing articles, presenting at seminars, and educating other fitness professionals as part of PN’s Certification courses. Brian is a regular contributor to the Precision Nutrition blog, and has been featured in Men’s Health, Men’s Fitness, Q Magazine, STACK, Testosterone Magazine, and more. He is also regularly featured in many fitness and nutrition podcasts. 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Christopher Barakat owner of competitivebreed.com joins me on today’s project My Life Podcast. Chris holds a bachelors degree in Athletic Training with a masters degree in Exercise and Nutrition from the University of Tampa. He is also a Certified Sports Nutritionist (CISSN) through the International Society of Sports Nutrition and is currently a champion natural bodybuilding in the INBF with hopes of becoming a WNBF Professional one day. A few topics discussed on the show: Beginner vs. Advanced training Young Entrepreneurship Scientific theory vs. Practical application Legion supplements Max Hype Training Links From the show: Christopher Barakat website - www.Competitivebreed.com Max Hypertrophy Training - Legion supplements - https://legionathletics.com/ Christopher Barakat articles on bodybuilding.com Christopher Barakats articles on t-nation.com World Natural Bodybuilding Federation (WNBF) - http://www.worldnaturalBB.com The Project My Life Podcast - www.AnthonyMonetti.com The Project My Life Podcast on youtube - www.youtube.com/projectmylife The Project My Life Podcast on youtube on iTunes - Subscribe -> https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/project-my-life-with-anthony-monetti/id980746614?mt=2 We will be doing another podcast about nutrition and more hot topics in the new age bodybuilding world, so here is part 1 of the Project My Life Christopher Barakat podcast.

Episode 125: Cassandra Forsythe PhD, RD discusses the factors that cause loss of the menstrual cycle, what can be done about cellulite and the potential for low FODMAP diets in treatment of IBS. Cassandra is an assistant professor in the Physical Education and Exercise Science Department at Central Connecticut State University, where she teaches courses on Group Leadership, Theories in Strength & Conditioning, Introductory Exercise Science, Health Promotion and Exercise Testing and Prescription. She holds her doctorate (PhD) in Exercise Science and Nutrition from the University of Connecticut and is a Registered Dietitian (RD). She’s also a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) and a Certified Sports Nutritionist (CISSN). In this episode we discuss: The primary factors that cause this loss of the menstrual cycle 'Stress Susceptibility' and amenorrhea Irritable bowel syndrome Potential for low FODMAP diets Cellulite formation and can it be reduced?

How do you know if the nutrition supplements that you are using are safe and legal?  How is the supplement industry actually regulated? What should you look for to know if your supplement actually contains what it says it contains? You're going to learn the answers to these and many more questions in this podcast episode. My guest for this episode, Tom Nikkola (pictured right) is a fitness and nutrition expert who is well-versed in the nutrition supplement industry. He was cured from leukemia when he was five. He spent years doing follow-up testing at the Mayo Clinic, and during that time, often thought of becoming a doctor. This interest in health turned into an interest in fitness, which eventually led him to graduate from university, cum laude, with a pre-Med Biology degree. Shortly after graduating, Tom started working for Life Time Fitness, and was there for nearly 12 years working as a personal trainer, and holding various management roles, before finally leaving after holding the position of  Senior Director of Nutrition & Weight Management. During that time, Tom was responsible for Life Time’s nutrition, metabolism and weight management programs and products. Tom holds a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) certification from the National Strength and Conditioning Association, as well as my Certified Sports Nutritionist (CISSN) certification from the International Society of Sports Nutrition (ISSN).  Beyond his standardized education, Tom has also read hundreds of books on fitness and nutrition and currently has a personal library of about 900 published research papers and articles. Tom now uses his insights and experience to advise and build the one of the world's leading fitness supplement brands -  - with a focus on producing products and services in which fitness professionals and the clients they work with can have complete trust. In today’s episode, Tom is going to walk us through everything we need to know about whether the supplements we’re taking are actually safe, legal and contain what they say they contain. -The history behind ... -How  are made, from idea conception to final product... -How to know whether supplements actually contain the exact amount of product that is on the label... -What kind of third-party certifications you should be looking for on a supplement label... -Why fillers, binders, excipients and other additives are added to supplements - and which are safe and which are not... -4 things you must completely avoid in any supplement, capsule, powder or tablet... -Tom's three favorite supplement “stacks”, and why he chooses them... -And much more! Final Food For Thought These are all important issues. And here's why... A woman in Hawaii recently died from liver failure due to her use of the weight loss supplement OxyELITE Pro. , the Texas-based company has agreed to recall and destroy a dietary supplement linked to dozens of cases of acute liver failure and hepatitis, including one death and illnesses so severe that several patients required liver transplants.  on two soldiers who were taking commercially available energy supplements and who both collapsed during physical exertion from cardiac arrest and ultimately died. In many cases, there are  with long term use of supplements such as multivitamins, vitamin B6, folic acid, iron, magnesium, zinc, and copper and there are athletes who have been banned from competition due to their  Do you have questions, comments or feedback about whether your supplement is safe, or any other thoughts about this episode? Leave your comments  and go to  to view any of the products we discuss in this podcast!

Fitness and nutrition expert Dr. Cassandra Forsythe is highly-qualified to discuss the topic of low-carbing women and weight lifting. With a PhD in Exercise Science and Nutrition from the University of Connecticut (under the tutelage of ) and a Registered Dietitian (RD), Cassandra has the educational background to address this critically important subject that is far too often misunderstood. Additionally, she’s a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) and a Certified Sports Nutritionist (CISSN) which means there’s experience there to back up her book knowledge. She owns and operates the gym Fitness Revolution Vernon in Vernon, CT which in March 2012 won a Readers’ Choice contest for “Best Place to Work Out” in that area. Cassandra is well-known for her expertise in low-carbohydrate diets, nutrition for fat loss, and all aspects of female health which is why she addressed your questions on this topic. I had her as a guest in  a few years back and we were happy to have her here with us to talk about low-carbing women and weight loss. ENTER TO WIN PRIZES IN JIMMY’S BLOGIVERSARY GIVEAWAY:LOW-CARB, GLUTEN-FREE CONDIMENTS MADE WITH STEVIVANOTICE OF DISCLOSURE:  Here are some of the questions we addressed in this podcast: SANDY ASKS:Where does a woman begin when embarking on a weight lifting program if they have never done it before? How many days per week should they lift? What about the machines for resistance training at the gym? CAROL ASKS:I keep reading that if I don’t want to lose muscle mass, I must lift weights. But I want to know if you can do more than simply “not lose” muscle. I want to put on muscle! I have lifted weights pretty regularly over the years, and I feel pretty strong. But at age 60, what is a reasonable amount of muscle that I can put on? MINDY ASKS:I’d be curious to know your guests’ opinion on working out either with weights or HIIT-style when adrenal issues are in play. I’m 45 years old, have Hashimoto’s, constantly struggling with anemia, low hemoglobin & other CBC markers, etc. Cortisol saliva tests shows low levels in the AM and high in the PM. Under doctor’s care for all of these issues. My diet is low-carb Paleo with daily dose of sweet potato or starch at the evening meal. Body composition is approximately 20-30 pounds overweight. Would it be better in the short-term to put aside the higher intensity and maybe focus on walking or yoga? If it’s OK to continue with the HIIT (I do 3x per week kettlebells/TRX), is it important to do at a particular time of the day to optimize energy? PHILIS ASKS:For those of us who could write the book “I Hate To Exercise,” here are some questions: - How beneficial would 5-7 high intensity (1 Minute) intervals be? - Is it effective to strength train just doing 2 or 3 reps in the evenings most days? I am one of those with wobbly upper arms that drives me crazy & have not seen much benefit even with a trainer. - There is slow burn and fast sets in lifting weights. Is it just a matter of what someone is willing to do and enjoys? ASHLEY ASKS:How often do you come across female low carb and/or Paleo weight lifters who lose their menstrual cycle? What advice would you give them to get their cycle back? Especially for someone one who is trying to get pregnant. Would you suggest they up their carbs? Try to up their calorie intake? Would you suggest they exercise less, even though they might not seem to be over exercising to begin with? Or would you tell them to stop exercising all together? How long does it normally take a woman to get her cycle back once back on track? KAT ASKS:I am a 53 year old woman, basically healthy, active, but overweight. I want to lose fat, and keep my bones healthy. What do you think about taking Creatine? How do you feel about P90X and Insanity type DVD courses or can you recommend a different one? And of course, we all want to know – can one build muscle, lose fat, and get fit on a very very low carb diet? PETER ASKS:I’ve experimented heavily with ketogenic and cyclic ketogenic diets over the last two years and have been trying to make low-carb work together with my love off CrossFit. My problem is that when I do a straight low-carb diet (~50g/day from green vegetables) after about two weeks I feel very sluggish while trying to do high energy workouts, yet when I try to do a carbohydrate “refeed” I end up turning on the compulsive switch and losing control of my intake. Is there a point at which becoming keto-adapted will allow me to do high energy CrossFit style workouts without feeling like I have no gas in the tank? JENNY ASKS:I am 39 years old and overweight with PCOS and a lot of stubborn belly fat. I have been “slow-burning” for several years. I go to a gym that focuses on this type of weightlifting. My trainer claims that I can lift a lot of weight for a female. My muscle mass is pretty big for a woman. I have defined hamstrings and calves and I have big muscles underneath my fat on my upper body. I’m trying to lose weight eating low carb; it’s just stubborn or I am not doing something right. Now that you have my background, my question is about muscle fatigue. If I try to ride my bike or go for long walks, my muscles tire right away and I get winded easily. When I was younger and thinner and played sports, I dealt with the same story. Big strong muscles, terrible endurance. I sort of thought by weightlifting I could help my other conditioning a bit. Should weightlifting help at all with conditioning, or is something else going on with me? GRETA ASKS:Given my size, I am not comfortable doing floor work, so I wonder if you could give me some suggestions for abdominal exercises that I can do standing up? AMY ASKS:I absolutely LOVE to lift weights! Would lifting help with fat loss (I have about 60 pounds to lose)? I am more concerned with inches than the number on the scale…more concerned with sizes in my clothing! FORTUNE ASKS:I read a lot about L-Carnitine for lifting. I prefer to get my nutrition from real low-carb foods. And yet I wonder if extra L-Carnitine would help? I see it comes in pill form and in liquid mixed with glycerine. I worry about glycerine because it has carbs and a lot of calories. If L-Carnitine would help, what form should I take it in, when should I take it, and how often? Just before lifting or every day? How much? If L-Carnitine doesn’t help, are there other things I should be taking to support my lifting goals? ORE (pronounced “Aray”) ASKS:I am 29 years old, and I’ve recently taken up heavy lifting, after years of chronic cardio with little to no success in weight loss. I’ve got about 40 lbs to lose, and am hoping that a combination of HIIT and heavy lifting will help with weight loss. I’m wondering if there are any supplements that Cassandra could recommend in connection with weight loss efforts and/or lifting weights. Does she have any top recommendations, or even particular brands of supplements that she like? SUSAN ASKS:I have a question about body composition. I think I am at a good weight – 5 ft tall, 102 pounds. But I look in the mirror and I see two bodies. The one above the waist shows muscle tone and looks good. Then I look below the waist. I have great muscle in my butt/thighs but it is buried behind that subcutaneous fat. I have never had belly fat, always a pear shape. I gave up grains about 4-5 months ago and drastically reduced sugar which has helped – my lower body is in much better proportion and the look of cellulite is greatly reduced, which was a nice surprise. But how do you ever get rid of that hip/butt/thigh flab? I already lift weights, walk, bike, roller blade – whatever comes my way. Is there any hope for us women in this area? Does this just take time? Can you offer any strategies to help burn that fat? BTW – I was never athletic as a kid which I believe has something to do with it. I never had lean good looking legs so there is nothing to go back to. Exercise for me did not come until adulthood – and consistent weight lifting came in my 40s. I am in the best shape I have ever been in. BOB ASKS:What are some specific differences in challenges that you see with the female population and low-carb-resistance training compared to men, if any? What are some specific advantages women have over men in terms of low-carbohydrate diets and weight lifting, if any?

Click to Subscribe to All Ben's Fitness & Get A Free Surprise Gift from Ben. Click here for the full written transcript of this podcast episode. Do you have a future podcast question for Ben? Scroll down on this post to access the free "Ask Ben" form... In this April 13, 2011 free audio episode: What is a good pregnancy exercise routine, supplementing with citrulline, should you worry about high cholesterol, is kombucha OK, books that I like, diabetes diet recommendations, liquid food diets, does CoQ10 increase metabolism, can you turn white fat into brown fat, and acid reflux during exercise. Remember, if you have any trouble listening, downloading, or transferring to your mp3 player just e-mail ben@bengreenfieldfitness.com. And don't forget to leave the podcast a ranking in iTunes - it only takes 2 minutes of your time and helps grow our healthy community! Just click here to go to our iTunes page and leave feedback. 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Cassandra's research experiences are the effects of low-carbohydrate diets, dietary fat manipulation, and resistance exercise on risk factors for heart disease, diabetes and body composition. She is also passionate about women's health topics, including the Female Athlete Triad and pregnancy. She works as a nutrition educator and weight loss coach and is the author of two popular books for women: “The New Rules of Lifting for Women”, co-authored with Lou Schuler and Alwyn Cosgrove, and “Women's Health Perfect Body Diet”. 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