Podcasts about Creatine

You asked, I answered, so…I'm doing another FUN fitness Q&A!In today's episode, I'm covering everything from building muscle and calorie deficits, to macro tracking, progressive overload, and training smarter. Basically, if you've been wondering what you should actually be doing with your fitness right now, there's probably something in this episode for you!I'm also answering your questions about calorie deficits, transitioning into maintenance, increasing carbs, and balancing macro tracking with your actual hunger and fullness cues. As we head toward fall and build season, we're going to keep digging deeper into how to eat, train, and build muscle intentionally. No rushing, and no trying to change your entire body in one season. We're playing the long game, and as always, getting strong AF along the way!Episode recap:One of the worst lies women are told about fitnessMy best tips for a build/bulk phaseWhat changes when you enter a calorie deficit w/more muscle than beforeMicro-cuts + when they make senseHow to know if you're actually in a calorie deficit + how long to stay thereWhat to eat when transitioning from a deficit into maintenanceHow to balance hunger + fullness cues while tracking macrosHow to explain macro tracking to someone who thinks it's obsessive or restrictiveWhen it's ideal to do progressive overloadThe best way to shorten a weight workout when you're short on timeExercises that are over-hyped and/or don't really do much for youLinks/Resources:Get your free Fitness AuditSHOP UFYF merchandiseGrab your FREE Body Recomp Meal Prep and get the UFYF NewsletterSHOP Kion - my favorite Protein, EAA's and Creatine!Join FIT CLUB, my monthly membership with workouts you can do at home or the gymConnect with me on Instagram @kristycastillofit and @unfuckyourfitnesspodcastJoin my FREE Facebook group, Unf*ck Your FitnessClick HERE for my favorite fitness & life things!Send me a text with episode ideas or just to say hi! Support the show

The frozen shoulder. The 3 a.m. anxiety. The brain fog and the rage that come out of nowhere. For decades, women were told it was "just stress" and sent home with an antidepressant. This week, Dr. A and Mary Alice welcome back the woman changing that — Dr. Mary Claire Haver, the OB-GYN The New York Times calls the "Menopause Queen" — for a full masterclass on perimenopause.It can start in your late 30s, it lasts 7 to 10 years, and almost no one warned us. Dr. Haver explains what's really happening in your body and brain, why so many women are dismissed, and what you can actually do about it — HRT, progesterone, vaginal estrogen, sleep, mood, and the myth that you have to wait until it's "bad enough" to get help. Because suffering isn't the price of admission.Subscribe to SHE MD Podcast for expert tips on PMOS, endometriosis, fertility, hormonal balance, mental health, and more. Share with friends and visit SHE MD website and Ovii for research-backed resources, holistic health strategies, and expert guidance on women's health and well-being.SponsorsTalkiatry: Head to talkiatry.com/shemd to complete the short assessment and get matched with an in-network psychiatrist in just a few minutes. Babbel: Right now, Babbel is offering listeners up to 60% off. Go to Babbel.com/SheMD Egglife: Find Egglife chillin' in the fridge at Aldi, Whole Foods, Kroger, Target, Walmart & more. Visit egglifefoods.com to find a retailer near you. Acely: Visit Acely.com and use code SHE MD for 20% off. Ladder: If you have an iPhone, head to ladder.fit/SHEMD and take a quick quiz to find your perfect Ladder plan. Use our link and get a free 7-day trial with NO credit card, and $10 off your first month if you join. Skylight Frames: Right now, Skylight is offering our listeners $30 off their 15-inch calendars by going to myskylight.com/shemd. What You'll LearnWhat perimenopause actually is and how it differs from menopauseWhy perimenopause can begin in your late 30s or 40sWhy brain fog, sleep disruption, anxiety and mood changes can be early symptomsWhen hormone therapy may be considered during perimenopauseThe difference between HRT/MHT, birth control and vaginal estrogenWhat we know, and still don't know, about HRT and cardiovascular and bone healthHow GLP-1 medications can affect muscle and bone healthThe role of protein, resistance training, vitamin D, omega-3s, fiber and creatineWhat declining estrogen can mean for vaginal and urinary healthWhat women should know about HRT and breast cancer riskWhy listening to your symptoms and advocating for yourself mattersKey Timestamps00:00 Why Every Vagina Needs Estrogen01:32 Welcome Back Dr. Mary Claire Haver05:44 What Perimenopause Actually Is08:44 The "Zone Of Chaos" And Brain Glitching18:08 How To Evaluate A Perimenopausal Patient20:01 All Vaginas Need Estrogen24:50 Why Perimenopause Is The Best Time To Start HRT32:13 GLP-1s, Muscle Loss, And Bone Health36:41 Patches, Pellets, Creams: What Actually Works40:23 Debunking The HRT-Breast Cancer Myth50:33 Creatine, Vitamin D, And Key Supplements54:56 The Histamine-Hormone Connection58:12 Vulvar Changes Nobody Warns You About1:04:37 Lightning Round: Hormone Myths Busted1:07:19 Three Takeaways For Every WomanKey TakeawaysPerimenopause is a years-long biological transition, not simply the period immediately before menopause.Symptoms can appear before periods become irregular or hot flashes begin.Brain fog, sleep disruption and mental health changes can be among the earliest signs of fluctuating hormones.Hormone therapy does not necessarily have to wait until a woman is fully menopausal; treatment should be individualized based on symptoms, risks and benefits.Bone health, cardiovascular health, muscle mass and metabolic health all deserve attention during the menopause transition.If using GLP-1 medications, Dr. Haver emphasizes adequate protein, resistance training and monitoring body composition rather than focusing solely on the number on the scale.Vaginal and urinary symptoms can be related to declining estrogen and may be treated with local estrogen therapy.The goal of understanding perimenopause is not simply to get through it, but to enter the next stage of life informed, healthy and empowered.Guest Bio: Dr. Mary Claire HaverDr. Mary Claire Haver is a board-certified OB-GYN and a leading voice in menopause and women's health. She has dedicated her career to helping women better understand the biological changes that happen during midlife and has been called the “Menopause Queen” by The New York Times. She is the author of the bestselling The New Menopause and her newest book, The New Perimenopause, which focuses on the years leading up to menopause. She also hosts the podcast Unpaused and shares women's health education across social media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

ZOE nutritionist Dr. Federica Amati explains why basal metabolic rate barely changes in perimenopause, but postprandial metabolism does, glucose, fat, insulin, and inflammation stay elevated longer after meals, partly via gut microbiome shifts. She unpacks why "thin" can mask sarcopenic obesity, why calorie labels carry ~20% error, why a nutrient-dense breakfast curbs cravings, and why a 70,000-woman ZOE study saw a 35% symptom drop from diet changes alone. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN - Why basal metabolic rate isn't the problem in perimenopause, but postprandial metabolism is - What's actually driving new midsection fat storage as estrogen declines - Why calorie counting fails as a long-term strategy, from label error to the food matrix effect - How satiety hormones like GLP-1, PYY, and GIP shift after menopause, and why breakfast is the highest-leverage meal of the day - Why looking thin doesn't mean you're metabolically healthy, and what sarcopenic obesity reveals about muscle as an organ - What HRT actually changes about your metabolism, muscle mass, and visceral fat, and what it doesn't - How a 70,000-woman study found a 35% drop in menopause symptoms from diet changes alone, and why brain fog improved most TIMESTAMPS 00:00 – Intro 08:00 – Inside ZOE's Age-Matched Study: Why Postprandial Metabolism Shifts After Menopause 16:00 – Same Meal, Different Response: Satiety Hormones, Carb Cravings & Why Under-Eating Backfires 25:00 – Weight Set Point, Calorie Quality & the Sarcopenic Obesity Trap 34:00 – Why Calorie Counting Fails: Label Error, Nutrient Absorption & the Food Matrix Effect 40:00 – The 70,000-Woman Study: A 35% Symptom Drop From Diet Alone (and Why Breakfast Matters Most) 45:00 – What HRT Actually Does (and Doesn't Do) for Metabolism, Muscle & Visceral Fat 52:00 – Building Your Metabolic Buffer Before Menopause in an Obesogenic World VALUABLE RESOURCES Dr Federica Amati's new book: The Appetite ResetHow appetite really works, what GLP-1 medications are actually doing in the body, and how to eat to support your natural appetite signals, on medication or not.

Get my free Longevity Stack Masterclass and Supplement Guide for women to learn how to build a personalised supplement stack: https://academy.angelafosterperformance.com/free-longevity-stack-masterclass If I were starting over at 40, five supplements would form my foundation: magnesium (and which forms support brain, sleep and heart), omega-3 dosed to an 8–12% index, vitamin D3 with K2 to steer calcium into bone, not arteries, creatine at 3–5g (more for bone), and glycine for collagen, glutathione and sleep. I cover the doses, why testing beats guessing, and why supplements only come third - after food, strength and sleep. What you'll learn: Which single supplement I'd keep if I had to give up every other one — and why How the different forms of magnesium map to brain, sleep and cardiovascular support Why your omega-3 index matters far more than how many capsules you swallow What vitamin K2 actually does that makes taking vitamin D3 on its own a mistake Why creatine isn't just for building muscle, and what it does for your brain and bones How glycine quietly supports collagen, glutathione and deeper sleep as you age Why loading up on supplements can age you faster, and the food-first order that doesn't Timestamps: 00:00 - The 5 Supplements I'd Take If I Started Over at 40 01:15 - Magnesium: The One I'd Keep, Plus Forms for Brain, Sleep and Heart 03:15 - Omega-3 for Inflammation, Brain Health and Your Omega-3 Index 04:45 - Vitamin D3 With K2: Immunity, Muscle and Directing Calcium to Bone 06:15 - Creatine for Muscle, Brain and Bone Strength in Midlife 07:45 - Glycine: Collagen, Glutathione and Deeper Sleep 09:00 - Recap, Food-First Philosophy and the Advanced Supplements Coming Next Want to go deeper? Start here: Take the BioSyncing Quiz to help you understand what's actually happening in your body — and how to fix it. https://biosyncing.scoreapp.com/ Reset your hormones, restore your energy, and reconnect with your body in just 21 days. https://www.highperformance-health.com Fresh Start Sunday Newsletter Your weekly 3-minute guide to creating the healthiest, most vibrant version of you. Each Sunday, get one simple habit to boost energy, balance hormones, and enhance longevity - joined by 25,000+ women worldwide. https://angelafosterperformance.com/ The Ultimate Guide to Creatine for Women - https://academy.angelafosterperformance.com/creatine-guide ️ 10 Habits that Helped me reverse my Biological Age by 25 years in Perimenopause -  https://academy.angelafosterperformance.com/10-habits-optin-page About Me: Angela Foster is a corporate lawyer turned health and performance coach, keynote speaker, and creator of the BioSyncing:registered: Method. Host of the High Performance Health Podcast with 500+ episodes featuring world-leading experts in longevity, hormones, neuroscience, and female performance science. The most accomplished women have everything handled on the outside, but their hormones, energy, and nervous system are quietly paying the price. The old playbook stops working in midlife. This channel is designed to help high-performing women optimise energy, hormones, cognitive performance, and longevity using science-backed strategies built around female biology. Angela's personal mission is to help 1 million ambitious women perform better, age slower, and never have to choose between success and their health. If you want to be part of that mission, make sure you subscribe and share the channel with a woman you care about. Follow me for daily health and performance tips: Instagram: @angelasfoster Facebook: @AngelaFosterPerformance

You might think creatine is a bodybuilder's steroid you have to cycle, load, and fear for your kidneys, but it's a compound your own body already makes from three amino acids, with one of the deepest safety records in all of nutrition science. The problem isn't the creatine; it's the noise around it.In this solo episode, Dr. Gabrielle Lyon discusses:Why the bump creatine causes in your creatinine lab value is a metabolic artifact, not a sign of kidney damage in healthy peopleWhere the hair-loss fear came from. A single unreplicated study in one rugby player showing a 56% DHT rise, and why no research has ever directly linked creatine to hair lossHow men and women respond differently (roughly 1.5 kg of lean mass in men vs. about a third of a kilogram in women), and why women still gain real strength, grip, cognition, and recoveryWhy you can't realistically eat your way to 5 grams a day: it would take 2.5 to 3 pounds of cooked meat and fish daily, so a single scoop closes the gapThe protocol: 3–5 grams of plain monohydrate every day, no loading phase, no cycling, timing barely mattersMuscle is your organ of longevity, the tissue that clears most of the glucose in your bloodstream and defends your metabolism as you age. Creatine won't build it for you, but it raises the ceiling on the work you can do, so the training that protects that muscle pays off more. Understanding what's real and what's fearmongering is the difference between avoiding a proven tool and using it well.Studies & ReferencesPubMed study: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/1327657/Sports Nutrition Society: https://www.sportsnutritionsociety.org/Thank you to our sponsors:Egg life - CTA - Find egglife wraps chillin' in the fridge at Aldi, Whole Foods, Kroger, Target, Walmart & more - Visit https://bit.ly/3UghRHV to find a retailer near youBodyHealth - Use the code LYON20 to get 20% off your first order https://bit.ly/4gP6VtpOneSkin - Get 15% off at https://bit.ly/4xpFWuE with code DRLYONDavid Bars - Subscribe and save 10% on every order' at https://bit.ly/4zAflMBExplore More from Dr. Gabrielle LyonPremium Podcast Subscription: Ad-free episodes, key takeaway summaries, exclusive Q&A, and behind-the-scenes content https://foreverstrong.supercast.comWeekly newsletter: Recipes, podcast updates, and practical weekly insights https://drgabriellelyon.com/sign-up/Apply to become a patient: Personalized care with Dr. Lyon's clinical team https://drgabriellelyon.com/new-patient-inquiry/Connect with Dr. Gabrielle Lyon:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drgabriellelyon/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drgabriellelyonX (Twitter): https://x.com/drgabriellelyonFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/doctorgabriellelyonChapters00:00 - Introduction02:47 - What Creatine Is and Isn't03:24 - The Phosphocreatine Energy System04:22 - Lean Mass: Water and Training Capacity05:08 - Men vs Women Respond Differently06:29 - Vegans, Older Adults, and Sarcopenia07:11 - Creatine and the Brain08:53 - The Real Safety Profile09:31 - The Kidney and Creatinine Myth09:57 - The 56% DHT Hair Loss Claim10:37 - Contraindications and Screening12:19 - Why You Can't Eat Enough Creatine14:26 - Muscle-Centric Medicine16:44 - How to Dose It CorrectlyIf you found this episode valuable, share it with someone who would benefit from it.Disclaimers: This episode includes paid sponsorships.The Dr. Gabrielle Lyon Podcast and YouTube are for general information purposes only and do not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing, or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice, and no doctor/patient relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast, YouTube, or materials linked from this podcast or YouTube is at the user's own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professional for any such conditions.

What are the things we can do today to help minimize our chances of developing dementia as we age?Dr. Tommy Wood is a physician and neuroscientist, Associate Professor of Pediatrics and Neuroscience at the University of Washington, and author of The Stimulated Mind.The book takes on a belief many of us still hold, that the adult brain becomes fixed at an early age and then declines from there. Tommy traces that idea back to 1906 and to the words of a Nobel laureate. Then he unpacks what the latest research and data say, and it's not what you might think.This is a conversation about a tough subject, mental decline and dementia. Many of us have been touched by this in our own families, and what Tommy has to say gives all of us hope that we have more agency than we think when it comes to this part of our health.Tommy and Mike get into the 14 modifiable risk factors named by the Lancet Commission, why midlife is when risk starts to diverge, and the three buckets Tommy sorts everything into: stimulus, supply, and support. Mike talks about his grandfather, who had vascular dementia and covered for it so well that the family did not see it for years.Tommy tells us that “At 70 years old now, you are less likely to be diagnosed with dementia than any other time in history.” The trajectory is not fixed, but there's a lot more work to be done.Enjoy the conversation.____________________________________________Links & ResourcesDr. Tommy Wood's Website: drtommywood.comDr. Tommy Wood's Book: The Stimulated Mind: Future-Proof Your Brain from Dementia and Stay Sharp at Any AgeBetterBrain, where Tommy is Chief Science Officer: betterbrain.comSubscribe to our Youtube Channel for more conversations at the intersection of high performance, leadership, and wellbeing: https://www.youtube.com/c/FindingMasteryGet exclusive discounts and support our amazing sponsors!Go to: https://findingmastery.com/sponsors/Subscribe to the Finding Mastery newsletter for weekly high performance insights: https://www.findingmastery.com/newsletterDownload Dr. Mike's Morning Mindset Routine: findingmastery.com/morningmindsetFollow on YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn, and XSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of the Health Optimization Medicine Podcast, Dr. Scott Sherr, Dr. Ted Achacoso, Dr. Allen Bookatz, and Dr. Jup Kuipers explore how acute sleep deprivation affects brain energy metabolism and whether creatine monohydrate can help preserve cognitive function when sleep loss is unavoidable. Rather than relying on stimulants like caffeine or modafinil to push through fatigue, the team examines whether directly supporting the brain's phosphocreatine and ATP systems can maintain cellular energy and cognitive performance during acute sleep deprivation. The discussion looks at recent research on single-dose creatine, brain bioenergetics, blood-brain barrier transport, clinical dosing, and the limits of using creatine as an acute rescue tool.  Join us as we delve into: Sleep Deprivation as a Bioenergetic Crisis: Why acute sleep loss is more than simply feeling tired, and how depletion of phosphocreatine and ATP can affect executive function and cognitive performance. The Creatine Rescue Effect: What a 2026 randomized crossover study found when healthy participants received a single dose of creatine after prolonged sleep deprivation. Creatine, ATP & the Brain: How creatine acts through the creatine kinase system to help maintain high-energy phosphates during acute metabolic stress. The Blood-Brain Barrier Under Stress: Why sleep deprivation may change the conditions for creatine transport into the brain and create a window for acute supplementation. The Clinical Protocol: What the episode discusses regarding single-dose creatine monohydrate, timing before an acute cognitive stress period, hydration, magnesium, and other cofactors. Creatine Is Not a Substitute for Sleep: Why acute creatine rescue may help preserve cellular function during unavoidable sleep loss, but cannot replace the restorative functions of deep sleep and REM sleep. Health Optimization vs. Disease Prevention: Why HOMeHOPe approaches acute physiological stress by supporting cellular function before the system reaches a state of failure. This episode is for you if: You work shifts, overnight schedules, or other situations where acute sleep deprivation is sometimes unavoidable. You want to understand how sleep loss affects brain energy metabolism and cognitive performance. You are interested in the relationship between creatine, phosphocreatine, ATP, and brain function. You want to understand the potential and limitations of using creatine during acute cognitive stress. You are interested in cellular bioenergetics and the Health Optimization Medicine approach to precision health. You can also find this episode on… YouTube: https://youtu.be/LvEBMroaLA4 Find more from Health Optimization Medicine and Practice (HOMeHOPe): Website: https://homehope.org/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/homehopeorg/ HOMeHOPe Conference 2026: https://homehope.org/homehope-conference-2026 Use PODCAST10 to get 10% OFF your purchase of the Clinical Metabolomics Module at https://homehope.org/products/clinical-metabolomics Find more from Troscriptions: Website: https://troscriptions.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/troscriptions/ Use POD10 to get 10% OFF your Troscriptions purchase at https://troscriptions.com/collections/our-products

Creatine has become the go-to supplement for anyone wanting to give their fitness a boost and build muscle. It's even made it out of the gym, with influencers touting its cognitive benefits. But what's the science behind creatine, and does the evidence stack up? Madeleine Finlay hears from science editor Ian Sample and Dr Justin Roberts, professor of nutritional physiology at Anglia Ruskin University. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/sciencepod

Feeling like your entire fitness journey is a hot mess? Before you cut more calories, add another workout, or decide you'll just “start over Monday,” I want you to do something different: audit your fitness!In this episode, I'm walking you through a full fitness audit across six areas: goal clarity, nutrition, training, movement + cardio, recovery, and mindset + consistency. You'll rate yourself before answering the questions, get brutally honest about what you're actually doing, and then score yourself again. No judgment, and no giving yourself the “right” answer. Just real information you can actually use!I've even created a free downloadable fitness audit so you can work through this episode with me and repeat the process every month. Print a few copies, grab a pen, and be f*cking honest with yourself. Celebrate what's already working, find your highest-impact opportunity, and give yourself 30 days to work on it. I can't wait to hear how it goes for you!!Episode recap:How to use the Fitness Audit to get honest about what's really workingGetting clear on your primary fitness goal & whether your current actions support itAuditing your nutrition for calories, protein, consistency, sustainability & food noiseEvaluating whether you're truly training with purpose or simply doing workoutsLooking at your movement + cardio and if it supports your goalsAssessing your recoveryGetting brutally honest about your mindset + consistencyComparing your scores, celebrating what you're already doing well, and identifying your highest-impact opportunityChoose one area + 1-3 behaviors to focus on for the next 30 daysRepeating the audit monthly to track your progress, adjust, and keep moving forwardLinks/Resources:Get your free Fitness AuditEp. 254 | You're Doing Everything Right…So Why Don't You Look Like You Work Out?Ep. 255 | Why Your Dream Body Probably Weighs More Than You ThinkSHOP UFYF merchandiseGrab your FREE Body Recomp Meal Prep and get the UFYF NewsletterSHOP Kion - my favorite Protein, EAA's and Creatine!Join FIT CLUB, my monthly membership with workouts you can do at home or the gymConnect with me on Instagram @kristycastillofit and @unfuckyourfitnesspodcastJoin my FREE Facebook group, Unf*ck Your FitnessClick HERE for my favorite fitness & life things!Send me a text with episode ideas or just to say hi! Support the show

If you're training hard, eating well, and still watching your waist thicken, I want you to hear this: you are not lazy, and your metabolism is not broken. Something else is going on, and once you see it, belly fat stops feeling like a mystery you can't crack. So I called in four people I trust most on this, Ben Azadi, Dr Sarah Berry, Cynthia Thurlow, and Mary Claire Haver. Together we get into why cortisol parks fat right around your middle, how losing estrogen quietly reroutes fat from your hips to your belly, and why the exact same meal spikes your blood sugar far more after menopause than it did before. We go deep on the pieces most women never get told about, the muscle you're losing, the gut and estrobolome shifts, and the insulin exposure that makes this fat feel so stubborn. Then I hand you the fix. My five levers, in the order that actually works, from breaking up long sitting to resistance training, smart HIIT, whole-food carbs, and protecting your sleep and stress. And I tell you honestly where fasted training helps and where it just becomes another way to punish yourself. If you're a busy woman over 40 who's done with "eat less, move more" and wants to know which lever your body needs first, this one's for you. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN - Does cortisol cause belly fat in women over 40? - Why does fat move to your belly during menopause? - Is menopause belly fat caused by a slow metabolism? - What is visceral fat and why is it dangerous? - Can you gain visceral fat even if the scale doesn't move? - Why do post-menopausal women have higher blood sugar spikes? - How does insulin resistance drive stubborn belly fat? - Does the gut microbiome affect body composition in midlife? - How does breaking up sitting improve insulin sensitivity? - Does resistance training help you lose belly fat after 40? - Does HIIT reduce abdominal fat in women? - Does fasted training help burn visceral fat? TIMESTAMPS - 00:00 Why Cortisol Drives Stubborn Belly Fat In Women Over 35 - 03:00 Insulin Resistance, Estrogen Loss And Why Menopause Moves Fat To Your Belly - 09:44 How Muscle Loss And Your Gut Control Midlife Body Composition - 16:11 Why Menopause Belly Fat Is Dangerous And How To Shift Visceral Fat - 17:59 The 5 Levers To Lose Midlife Belly Fat Without A Broken MetabolismVALUABLE RESOURCES Timeline - Support your mitochondrial health: Timeline Mitopure delivers Urolithin A at the clinically studied dose to support cellular renewal and energy production, helping counter the natural decline in mitochondrial function that comes with age.

Rich sits down with drummer and biomechanics specialist Brandon Green of Drum Mechanics to unpack how drummers can play hard for life without breaking their bodies. They dig into pain‑free technique, throne and kit setup, strength training, cardio, nutrition, and longevity—plus stories about working with Thomas Lang, top touring drummers, and building a business around drummer health.Timed Highlights:00:00 – Cold open: Drumstick physics, carpal tunnel, and energy absorption02:10 – Rich opens the show and introduces Brandon Green of Drum Mechanics06:40 – Pain‑free drum set playing: Anatomy, physics, and setting up your kit to fit you14:20 – How bad setup and stick physics create injuries (and how to avoid them)19:30 – Why most drumming injuries are preventable with better ergonomics and strength23:55 – Cardio vs. resistance training for drummers and playing into your 60s and 70s30:05 – VO2 max, longevity, and why “drumming is athletic, but not always exercise”36:10 – Rich's snare angle, neck issues, and what changed after working with Brandon44:00 – Throne height, leg angle, and why your lower back is begging you to fix your seat52:20 – Brandon's education: From personal trainer to biomechanics specialist for drummers59:40 – Helping pro drummers: Thomas Lang, Art Cruz, Matt Billingslea,  and more1:07:10 – Diet for drummers: Protein, carbs around gigs, and simple food rules that work1:15:00 – Creatine, magnesium, fiber, and smart supplementation for performance and sleep1:23:15 – Sunday meal prep, busy schedules, and staying sharp on the road and at home1:30:40 – Drummechanics.com: Inside the membership, workouts, and live sessions1:38:00 – Studio makeover, family, kids on drums, and music education in Canada1:44:10 – Final thoughts: Drum forever, invest in your “fitness bank,” and where to find BrandonLinks:The Rich Redmond Show site:therichredmondshow.comRich Redmond:richredmond.comPodcast production:itsyourshow.coDrum-tensive study with Rich:drumtensive.comBrandon Green:drummechanics.com

My friend Meredith Mann, better known as The Peachie Spoon, is back on The SavvyCast for the fourth time, and we talk about it all! Since her last visit, her supplement business has taken off, and this time she gets real about her journey with HRT in perimenopause, from her first symptoms at 43 to the testosterone treatment she eventually stopped. It's also a personal life update as her teens get closer to leaving the nest. Plus, she walks through her current strength training routine. And of course, she shares her favorite high protein recipes for fall, along with the wellness without obsession philosophy that guides how she eats, moves, and thinks about the number on the scale. If you are pursuing a more balanced relationship with wellness, eating habits, and workout routines, and just need a little more grace in how you talk to your body, this conversation is for you. Meredith has a way of making it all feel tangible and obtainable!   WHAT TO EXPECT IN THIS EPISODE: Meredith's honest journey with HRT in perimenopause, from her first symptoms at 43 to why she quit a testosterone cream after only three weeks How Peachie Spoon has grown since her last visit, from her first cookbook to a full supplement line with protein, collagen, and creatine Her advice for pregnant and postpartum women who cannot stomach protein but still need to fuel their bodies The story behind her most-requested high protein recipes, from her Balanced Baked Spaghetti to her Ninja Creami treats What a typical strength training week looks like for Meredith, plus the kettlebell move she cannot stop doing Why she is choosing wellness without obsession over chasing a number on the scale   LINKS & RESOURCES Follow Meredith Mann on Instagram: @thepeachiespoon Follow her business on Instagram: @thepeachiespoon.nutrition Shop the Peachie Spoon Protein Powders, Creatine, & Collagen (Code: FAMILYSAVVY for a special discount!) Check out The Peachie Spoon's recipes   COOKBOOKS The Blood Sugar Balance Cookbook  Well Made Cookbook   RECIPES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Balanced Baked Spaghetti Chicken Corn Chowder High Protein Rotel Queso Dip Queso Chicken High Protein Alfredo Chocolate Cheesecake Smoothie Strawberry Cheesecake Smoothie Cookies and Cream Smoothie High Protein Oreo McFlurry Ninja Creami (Cookies & Cream) Mint Chocolate Chip Smoothie  Balanced Meal Chili   OTHER RESOURCES MENTIONED Koia (pre-made protein drinks) HerScan (mobile breast ultrasound screening) — mentioned as an alternative Meredith is considering   WHERE TO LISTEN If this episode encouraged you, we would love it if you took a few minutes to rate and review The SavvyCast! It means so much and helps more women (just like you) find the show! Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube   ENJOYED THIS EPISODE? CHECK THESE OUT! Blood Sugar Balancing Recipes with Meredith Mann Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube   How to Establish a Healthy Relationship with Food with Meredith Mann from The Peachie Spoon Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube   A Talk with Meredith Mann About Her Balanced Eating Cookbook "Well Made" Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube

Trexler and Helms dig into sleep and how it intersects with body composition and supplementation. They open on the sleep-and-lifting landscape, then work through the frequently cited 2010 study on insufficient sleep and fat loss, laying out its design and the details behind its dramatic-sounding numbers. From there they discuss what the broader literature does and doesn't establish, the acute effects of sleep restriction on power, skill, and pain perception, and observational data — including sleep patterns in hunter-gatherer societies and among elite athletes — plus the relationship between sleep duration and sleep efficiency. The back half turns to supplementation. They trace the history of research on creatine and sleep, from early findings that creatine might reduce sleep need to newer work on brain creatine under sleep deprivation. This leads into a crossover trial testing caffeine and creatine against a sleep-deprivation cognitive challenge, its findings on rugby passing accuracy, and how to interpret an isolated positive result on a little-studied question. They cover a more recent high-dose replication, then close with the practical side — creatine dosing, the common report that creatine disrupts sleep, and caffeine timing — before wrapping up. Join us for a live recording of Iron Culture! We go live Tuesdays at 5:30 pm eastern time. Be sure to use code "MRR10" for 10% off your order at elitefts.com Iron Culture is proudly presented by the MASS Research Review massresearchreview.com Chapters 0:00 Intro 9:44 Sleep & body composition 11:16 Unpacking the famous 2010 sleep study 20:52 The blind spot in the sleep literature 23:04 Sleep restriction, power, skill & pain 27:20 Sleep duration vs. sleep efficiency 31:45 The big takeaway on sleep & gains 34:57 Creatine & sleep: the research history 41:22 The caffeine vs. creatine study 44:47 What the study found 54:21 A newer high-dose replication 1:08:26 Practical application: dosing, timing & sleep complaints 1:15:44 Wrap-up

1 in 2 women over 50 will break a bone, and the scariest part is you won't feel it happening. Bone loss is silent, it speeds up in perimenopause and menopause, and by the time there's a warning sign, it's often a fracture. But weaker bones are NOT just an inevitable part of aging. In this video, Angela Foster breaks down the 3 pillars every woman needs to build stronger bones, protect against fractures, and stay strong and independent for decades with the exact, evidence-based way to put each one into practice. You'll learn: - Why your bones lose density in perimenopause - and how to reverse the trend - The single most important type of exercise for bone strength (and how heavy you actually need to lift) - How to "earn the right to jump" - the safe way to add impact training without injuring your tendons - Why walking, weighted vests, and mini-trampolines aren't enough on their own - The 4 nutrients your bones need - and how much protein to eat per day - The simple tests Angela uses with her clients to check they're on track TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Why 1 in 2 women break a bone (and why you won't feel it) 01:37 - What's really happening to your bones in perimenopause 04:02 - Pillar 1: Strength training. How heavy should you actually lift? 08:58 - Pillar 2: Impact training. How to earn the right to jump (safe progression) 13:40 - Pillar 3: Nutrition - protein for bone health 15:00 - Calcium, vitamin D & K2: what you really need Strong bones aren't built by one workout, one supplement, or one meal. They're built by the choices you make consistently, over years. Pick one pillar and start this week. Want to go deeper? Start here: Take the BioSyncing Quiz to help you understand what's actually happening in your body — and how to fix it. https://biosyncing.scoreapp.com/ Reset your hormones, restore your energy, and reconnect with your body in just 21 days. https://www.highperformance-health.com Fresh Start Sunday Newsletter Your weekly 3-minute guide to creating the healthiest, most vibrant version of you. Each Sunday, get one simple habit to boost energy, balance hormones, and enhance longevity - joined by 25,000+ women worldwide. https://angelafosterperformance.com/ The Ultimate Guide to Creatine for Women - https://academy.angelafosterperformance.com/creatine-guide ️ 10 Habits that Helped me reverse my Biological Age by 25 years in Perimenopause -  https://academy.angelafosterperformance.com/10-habits-optin-page About Me: Angela Foster is a corporate lawyer turned health and performance coach, keynote speaker, and creator of the BioSyncing:registered: Method. Host of the High Performance Health Podcast with 500+ episodes featuring world-leading experts in longevity, hormones, neuroscience, and female performance science. The most accomplished women have everything handled on the outside, but their hormones, energy, and nervous system are quietly paying the price. The old playbook stops working in midlife. This channel is designed to help high-performing women optimise energy, hormones, cognitive performance, and longevity using science-backed strategies built around female biology. Angela's personal mission is to help 1 million ambitious women perform better, age slower, and never have to choose between success and their health. If you want to be part of that mission, make sure you subscribe and share the channel with a woman you care about. Follow me for daily health and performance tips: Instagram: @angelasfoster Facebook: @AngelaFosterPerformance

Dr. Darren Candow is one of the world's leading researchers and authorities on creatine and joins me to separate what we know from what is still hype.Darren joins me to discuss:• How to sift through the evidence and hype surrounding creatine• What the research actually says about creatine and brain health• Whether creatine may have a role in concussion and head-trauma research• The current evidence around creatine and mental health• Whether creatine can help mitigate some effects of sleep deprivation• Creatine and bone health• How much creatine actually contributes to muscle growth and performance• Why strength and muscle matter for long-term independence• How creatine may influence training quality• Creatine timing and whether the anabolic window matters• Loading protocols and daily dosing• Whether creatine may have a role during injury rehabilitation• How to interpret frightening headlines about creatine and cancer• Whether creatine has any meaningful role in cancer research• Creatine safety data, including concerns about kidney health• Why elevated creatinine does not automatically mean kidney damage• Whether caffeine interferes with creatine• The best type of creatine to take• Why some specialty creatine products may simply cost more without providing additional benefit• Popular creatine myths• Microdosing and other exciting areas for future research• And much moreFollow Darren on Instagram:@dr.darrencandowCHAPTERS00:45 Creatine Basics and Muscle Saturation04:23 Creatine and Brain Health: Hype vs. Evidence08:51 Creatine and Sleep Deprivation13:10 Concussions and Head Trauma17:51 Creatine and Mental Health19:47 Safety, Kidney Health, and Creatinine24:37 Homocysteine, Cancer, and Other Myths28:37 How Much Muscle Does Creatine Actually Build?29:27 Strength, Muscle, and Long-Term Independence30:17 Bone and Brain Health31:32 Creatine and Training Quality34:19 The Best Forms of Creatine37:32 Timing and the Anabolic Window39:52 Cost, Marketing, and the “Pink Tax”42:55 The Creatine and Caffeine Myth45:46 Loading Protocols and Injury Rehabilitation48:22 Future Research and Microdosing50:45 Cooking With Creatine and Final ThoughtsSUPPORT THE SHOWIf this episode helped you better understand what creatine can—and cannot—do:• Subscribe and check out more episodes• Share the episode on social media and tag @andrewcoatesfitness• Send it to someone who still thinks creatine is only for bodybuildersFOLLOW ANDREW COATESInstagram: @andrewcoatesfitnesshttps://www.andrewcoatesfitness.comPARTNERS AND RESOURCESRP STRENGTH APPUse code COATESRP:https://www.rpstrength.com/coatesJUST BITE ME MEALSUse code ANDREWCOATESFITNESS for 10% off:https://justbitememeals.comMACROSFIRST — FREE PREMIUM TRIAL• Download MacrosFirst• Begin setting up your account• When asked, “How did you hear about us?” enter: ANDREWKNKG BAGS — 15% OFFhttps://www.knkg.com/Andrew59676VERSA GRIPPShttps://www.versagripps.com/andrewcoatesTRAINHEROIC — FREE 90-DAY TRIAL• Visit: https://www.trainheroic.com/liftfree• Reply to the email you receive or email trials@trainheroic.com• Let them know Andrew sent youL1 BIOMECHANICS AND ASSESSMENT COURSEUse code COATES:https://pro.activelifeprofessional.com/assessmentworkshopevents

What if the body you're working sooo hard to build actually weighs MORE than the number you've been chasing? For years, women have been taught that smaller equals better. Eat as little as possible, weigh less, fit into smaller jeans, etc. - the list goes on.But…if your goal is to look strong, muscular, healthy, and confident, constantly trying to shrink yourself might be the exact thing keeping you from getting there!In this episode, we're talking about why eating more and watching the scale go up can feel like such a mind f*ck (even when you're gaining muscle, getting stronger, and feeling better). Your healthiest body may not be your lightest body, and your strongest body *might* weigh more than you think it should.Remember - the goal isn't to become the smallest version of yourself. It's to become the strongest version of yourself, so let's f*cking do it!!Episode recap:Why your dream body might actually weigh more than your goal weightWhere your goal weight came from + whether it still makes sense for your body & life NOWMoving from “how little can I eat” to “what does my body need to feel good, train hard, and build muscle?”Why eating more can feel uncomfortable after years of diet culture & restrictionWhy body recomposition requires fuelWhy the scale going up doesn't automatically mean you've gained fat.How eating enough can support every part of your lifeMeasuring progress by your strength, energy, confidence, performance, and consistencyShifting from becoming the smallest version of yourself to the strongest versionLinks/Resources:SHOP UFYF merchandiseGrab your FREE Body Recomp Meal Prep and get the UFYF NewsletterSHOP Kion - my favorite Protein, EAA's and Creatine!Join FIT CLUB, my monthly membership with workouts you can do at home or the gymConnect with me on Instagram @kristycastillofit and @unfuckyourfitnesspodcastJoin my FREE Facebook group, Unf*ck Your FitnessClick HERE for my favorite fitness & life things!Send me a text with episode ideas or just to say hi! Support the show

You did everything they told you. You rested it. You waited. And it still hurts. Here's the part no one explains: rest is often the reason it isn't getting better. Dr. Tom Walters is an orthopedic physical therapist, kinesiology professor, and founder of Rehab Science. Tom has spent over a decade teaching people that their bodies are adaptable, not fragile, and this conversation is a masterclass in what that actually means when something starts to hurt. They nerd out (a lot), but everything here is built to help you move through midlife with less fear and more agency. This one is for every Bettie who was told her aching hip or frozen shoulder is "just aging." You're not broken, and you're not behind. Your capacity changed; your plan just needs to change with it.

Somewhere in your late 30s and 40s, everything you used to do stops working. The energy drains, the middle thickens, the sleep gets lighter, and your sharpness goes fuzzy. Here is what almost no one tells you: this is not you failing at willpower. Most of the longevity advice you have been handed was built on male data and biohacker experiments, and it was never designed for a woman in midlife. In this longevity masterclass, I bring together four of the most respected voices in health and longevity, Dr Stacy Sims, Dr Gabrielle Lyon, Liz Earle, and Professor Valter Longo, to cut through the noise on what actually moves the needle.I also share my Longevity 7, the seven simple, sustainable changes that took me from being hospitalised with double pneumonia at 38 to a biological age over 20 years younger than my actual age, with an elite VO2 max and the bone density of a 25 year old. This is a practical, physiology first masterclass for high performing women who are done with generic wellness advice and want to build a body that stays strong, sharp, and energised for decades. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN - Why is most longevity advice wrong for women over 40? - What are the foundations of longevity that actually matter? - Is sleep consistency more important than sleep duration? - How much protein do women over 40 really need? - Can eating more protein damage your kidneys? - What are exercise snacks and do they raise VO2 max? - How do you build muscle and slow aging in midlife? - Why does plant diversity matter for gut health and inflammation? - Do omega 3s protect your brain and mood as you age? - Does morning sunlight help your skin make collagen? - Is sunscreen blocking your vitamin D? - What is the fasting mimicking diet and how often should you do it? TIMESTAMPS- 00:00 The Longevity Mistake Women Make, Why Male-Data Advice Fails And How She Reversed Her Biological Age 20 Years - 06:45 The Longevity 7 Pillars: Daily Movement, Protein And Plant Diversity, Omega-3s, Sleep Consistency, Purpose And Nature - 17:45 Building Muscle For Longevity, Diet Vs Exercise, How Much Protein You Need And Debunking The Kidney Myth - 23:10 Does Sunscreen Block Vitamin D, The SPF Myth And How Morning Light Builds Collagen For Longevity - 31:45 The Longevity Diet For Your Ancestry, Fasting Mimicking For Autophagy And The Simplest Fasting Window That WorksVALUABLE RESOURCES A BIG thank you to our sponsor who make the show possible: • Stride - Find out your biological age and how your daily habits are influencing it with DNA, bloodwork and microbiome testing with a Stride One membership https://www.getstride.com/angela/ for 10% off  Want to go deeper? Start here: Take the BioSyncing Quiz to help you understand what's actually happening in your body — and how to fix it.

Dr. Erin Ayala talks with Dr. Susan Kleiner, a pioneering high‑performance sports dietitian, to cut through the noise surrounding women's sports supplements.She debunks common myths about creatine, explains why under‑fueling is a hidden threat for female athletes, and shows how to spot fraudulent supplement brands. Listeners will leave with clear, science‑backed strategies to optimize performance and make smarter supplement choices.Creatine does not cause bloating; the myth is marketing, not science.Women need tailored dosing and timing for supplements based on menstrual cycle and training demands.Under‑fueling—especially low‑carb diets—remains the biggest performance risk for female athletes.Always verify third‑party certification on the product label (BSCG, NSF for Sport, Informed Choice, etc.) before purchasing.Use reputable resources and experts (e.g., Dr. Abby Smith Ryan, Dr. Stacy Sims) for evidence‑based nutrition guidance.Dr. Susan Kleiner is Registered Dietitian, high‑performance dietitian, author of Power Eating, co‑founder of the International Society of Sport Nutrition, and former nutrition consultant for elite teams such as the Seattle Storm (WNBA) and Seattle Rain (soccer). Dr. Kleiner's website: https://www.drskleiner.com/BSCG certification: http://bscg.org/NSF for Sport: https://www.nsfsport.com/Informed Choice: https://choice.wetestyoutrust.com/Dr. Abbie Smith-Ryan: https://asmithryan.com/International Society of Sport Nutrition: https://www.sportsnutritionsociety.org/If you found this episode valuable, hit subscribe so you never miss a deep‑dive with industry experts. Leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform to help others find us. Got questions or topics you'd like us to explore? Drop a comment or message us on social media—we love hearing from you!FeistyFest Info: https://livefeisty.com/events/feisty-fest/Register for FeistyFit: https://livefeisty.com/training/running/feistyfitfall/Courses and Coaching: https://livefeisty.com/courses/Women's Mechanic Camp in Tucson: https://livefeisty.com/events/bike-mechanic-school-tucson/Sign up to Receive The Feisty Women's Performance Newsletter:Feisty Women's Performance Newsletter: https://livefeisty.com/newsletters/feisty-womens-performance/Follow us on Instagram:@feisty_womens_performanceSupport our Partners:Momentous: Head to https://www.livemomentous.com/ and use promo code PERFORMANCE for up to 35% off your first orderWahoo: Learn more about Wahoo Fitness Products at: https://wahoofitness.pxf.io/0GAByRTifosi Optics: Use code FEISTY2026 for 20% off at https://tifosioptics.com/Hettas: Use code STAYFEISTY for 20% off at https://hettas.com/ Orca: Use the code FEISTY15 for 15% off at https://orca.avln.me/c/HzUkzIfxsmYo

This week on Cultra, we're digging into a brutal Eastern States 100, reflecting on our marathon-length conversation with Camille Herron, and looking ahead to one of the most exciting young runners on the East Coast. Eastern States delivered the kind of race that separates the merely enthusiastic from the completely unreasonable. With hot conditions pushing the DNF rate to roughly 54.5%, only 55 runners made it to the finish. And leading the women and first finisher overall was Kaylee Frederick, who put together an extraordinary 23:09 finish to set a new women's course record and become the first woman to break 24 hours at Eastern States. Naturally, we need to talk to her. How about next episode? We're also looking back at our recent three-hour conversation with Camille Herron. What started as an interview turned into a fascinating exploration of competition, neurodiversity, ADHD, hyperfocus, records, rules, and how easily people can misunderstand someone whose brain works differently. We get into the differences between competition on the track, trails, and at races like Badwaterand why some of Camille's controversial questions about records may have had more substance behind them than people realized. Plus: The Eastern States 100 carnage Kaylee Frederick's historic performance Kaylee's incredible East Coast résumé The youngest finisher at Badwater Jigger Johnson and trail-race talk Anna's Bald Face Loop adventure Art's trail maintenance adventures on the Old Osseo Trail Phred's seemingly endless running streak Creatine, protein bars, bicarbonate and other ultra-runner science Getting older, getting slower, and pretending we're not John Kelly's Appalachian Trail attempt Colorado heat, smoke and water restrictions Another episode of the Cultra Trail Running Podcast where somehow we manage to talk about elite ultrarunning, trail maintenance, supplements, aging, technology and Patreon before remembering that we were supposed to be talking about a race. Get your official Cultra Clothes and other Cultra TRP PodSwag at our store! Outro music by Nick Byram Become a Cultra Crew Patreon Supporter  basic licker.  If you lick us, we will most likely lick you right back Cultra Facebook Fan Page Go here to talk shit and complain and give us advice that we wont follow Cultra Trail Running Instagram Don't watch this with your kids Buy Fred's Book Running Home More Information on the #CUT112   

You already know your energy crashes in midlife, but did you know it's tied to your mitochondria and estrogen? In this clip, Liz Earle breaks down the surprising at-home and outdoor habits, including a totally free one, that support cellular energy and may help calm inflammation and cortisol. If you're constantly fatigued and looking for science-backed (not gimmicky) ways to support your hormones, this one's for you. What You'll Learn Mineralise Your Morning Water — Adding minerals to your morning hydration may help replace electrolytes and trace minerals, particularly if you drink reverse osmosis or distilled water. Get Natural Morning Light — Early daylight is one of the fundamental environmental signals that supports your circadian rhythm, energy and mitochondrial function. Explore Trace Minerals — Fulvic minerals and shilajit as sources of trace minerals and why quality and sourcing matter. Reconnect With the Earth — Going barefoot outside combines morning light with grounding, an emerging area of research around stress and inflammation. Focus on the Fundamentals — Before chasing complex protocols, prioritise the basics your body consistently needs: light, hydration, minerals and time outdoors. Want to go deeper? Start here: Take the BioSyncing Quiz to help you understand what's actually happening in your body — and how to fix it. https://biosyncing.scoreapp.com  Reset your hormones, restore your energy, and reconnect with your body in just 21 days. https://www.highperformance-health.com  Fresh Start Sundays Newsletter Your weekly 3-minute guide to creating the healthiest, most vibrant version of you. Each Monday, get one simple habit to boost energy, balance hormones, and enhance longevity - joined by 25,000+ women worldwide. https://angelafosterperformance.com/  The Ultimate Guide to Creatine for Women https://academy.angelafosterperformance.com/creatine-guide  10 Habits That Helped Me Reverse My Biological Age by 25 Years During Perimenopause https://academy.angelafosterperformance.com/10-habits-optin-page   About Angela Foster Angela Foster is a corporate lawyer turned health and performance coach, keynote speaker, and creator of the BioSyncing® Method. She is the host of the High Performance Health Podcast, featuring over 500 conversations with world-leading experts in longevity, hormones, neuroscience, nutrition, and female performance. Angela's mission is to help one million ambitious women optimise their hormones, energy, cognitive performance, and longevity, so they never have to choose between success and their health. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who would benefit from it. Follow me for daily health and performance tips: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/angelasfoster/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AngelaFosterPerformance

If you've ever thought, "I'll deal with my health once I actually feel sick," I want you to know something: That's how so many people lose their vitality. Between feeling well and being diagnosed, there is a whole world of clues. Fatigue. Poor sleep. Stress that never quite turns off. A body that still functions… but has no reserve left. In this episode, I'm joined by Marina Moiseyeva, founder of Harmonious Life Family Health Clinic in Brooklyn, New York. Marina is a family wellness practitioner with nearly 17 years of experience and more than 50,000 consultations. She started in holistic health coaching, moved into integrative functional medicine, and now runs a longevity and biohacking clinic that serves kids, adults, and entire families. Together, we talk about what actually stands between you and feeling your best, why so much of modern "stress" starts in your physiology, and why the most powerful biohacks are often the simplest ones. If you've been chasing optimization, supplements, or the latest trend and still feel depleted, this conversation will help you come back to what actually builds resilience.   In This Episode, We Cover: Why people wait until they're debilitated before they get help The hidden "in-betweens" between being well and being sick How sleep and stress quietly drain every system in the body Why coffee and a high-carb breakfast can make you feel anxious Why oatmeal, smoothies, and intermittent fasting don't work for everyone What biohacking actually means (and why it isn't only for the ultra-wealthy) Why vitality is about function and resilience—not perfect wearable scores How to use bloodwork as motivation, not just a diagnosis Why women in perimenopause need a different approach than men The cheap biohacks that make the biggest difference Why sleep should never be the thing you compromise Creatine hydrochloride as a simple support for brain, bone, and muscle How to change one habit at a time without burning out Why food is first-line therapy   A Message I Want You to Hear You do not have to wait for a diagnosis to start taking care of yourself. You do not need the most expensive protocol. You do not need to biohack like a celebrity. You need the courage to notice the small signals now—before they become something bigger. Your body is always giving you information. The question is whether you're listening.   The In-Between of Wellness Most of us were taught to see a doctor when we can't function anymore. When the pain is debilitating. When daily life is already falling apart. Marina says that's far too late. Between well and sick, there are clues. Hints. In-betweens. A little less energy. A little more stress. Sleep that isn't quite restorative. Those early signs are not nothing. They are your opportunity to rebalance before the body is forced into disease, imbalance, or a diagnosis.   Why You Feel Stressed Even When Life Looks Fine We assume stress is always emotional. A hard season. Too many hats. Work, kids, a business, a never-ending to-do list. And yes, that kind of stress is real. But Marina makes an important distinction: Sometimes you feel stressed because your physiology is stressed. If you wake up and drink black coffee in the first hour, you can push your body into fight-or-flight before the day has even started. If breakfast is a croissant, cereal, a fruit-heavy smoothie, or even oatmeal while you sit at a desk, you can spike insulin, raise cortisol, and feel anxious for no "good" reason. The food you eat in the morning can support your nervous system. Or it can work against it. That's why she doesn't treat stress as a personality problem. She looks at the routine. Sleep. Meal timing. Protein. Life stage. Because what worked in your 20s and 30s is often not what will support you in your 40s and 50s—especially as a woman.   Biohacking Is Simpler Than You Think Biohacking can sound mysterious. Blue-blocking glasses. Red light. Expensive gadgets. Extreme protocols. Marina's definition is much simpler. Biohacking is changing your behavior—your lifestyle, your food, your movement, your bedtime—so you feel better. A better sleep routine is biohacking. Choosing a workout that actually suits your body is biohacking. Using a nutrient that supports your energy is biohacking. You do not need to live like Bryan Johnson. You do not need a perfect HRV score. Wearables can be useful, but the "healthy average" they are based on still includes a lot of people with health issues. The real win is your own improvement. If your HRV was 15 and now it's 25, that is progress. Don't chase someone else's number. Chase your own resilience.   Vitality Means Function—Not Perfect Scores We are living longer. That part is not up for debate. The question is how we live those years. Marina's picture of vitality is this: You want to be able to go to the gym the day before you die. Not because fitness is the only measure of a life. Because vitality is function. It's health resilience. It's the ability to keep doing the things that make life feel like yours. Arthritis at 55. Exhaustion. "That's just aging." Some of those things are more optional than we've been told. They take effort. They take personalized care. But the goal isn't to collect more data. The goal is to stay capable.   Sleep Is Your Best Biohack If Marina had to pick one place to start, it would be sleep. She used to run on four or five hours a night for decades. She thought she was fine. No midday crash. No obvious brain fog. Then she experimented with seven hours. And she felt the difference. That's the trap. A lot of people say they have no health concerns. Then the bloodwork tells a different story. By the time a conventional marker is flagged, the imbalance has often been building for years. So start with the foundation that costs almost nothing: Get to bed before midnight. Aim for at least seven hours of uninterrupted sleep in a dark room. Keep the room around 70 degrees. Put the phone on Wi-Fi or off. Blackout curtains. Women often need closer to seven to nine hours. And if you feel like you "can't function" without eight hours, Marina's response is simple: You're normal. Don't steal from sleep to make room for a 5 a.m. workout, fasting, and a cold plunge. That combination can look like the perfect protocol. For a woman in her 40s, it can also be the reason her cycle disappears. Sleep is not the thing you compromise so you can do more biohacks. Sleep is the biohack. If you do have an occasional short night, Marina's inexpensive support is creatine hydrochloride—not the monohydrate form that can make some women feel puffy. She uses it for brain sharpness, and she also likes it for bone, muscle, and liver support. But even that is an add-on. The core is still darkness, timing, and enough hours.   Stop Chasing Trends Healthy intentions can still ruin your health. A perfect workout on five hours of sleep. Intermittent fasting that doesn't match your hormones. A cold plunge because it's popular. Coffee before your body has even woken up. Ten goals at once, then the feeling that you failed. Marina's approach is the opposite of all-or-nothing. Food is medicine. You take that "medicine" at least three times a day. So nutrition is first-line therapy—not something you try to out-supplement later. She has patients list ten lifestyle changes they already know they should make. Then they rank them from easiest to hardest. And they start with the easiest one. Warm water. Not drinking coffee in the first hour. One small, doable shift. If you change one habit every two months, you can have six solid habits by the end of the year. That's how resilience is built. Not through the loudest protocol. Through the one you can actually keep.   Your Action Step Pick one thing. Not ten. Not a full biohacking stack. One. Protect your sleep this week. Get to bed before midnight. Make the room dark. Give yourself seven hours. Or, if sleep is already solid, choose the next easiest habit: delay your coffee, add protein at breakfast, or stop eating too close to bed. Then notice how you feel. That's the data that matters.   Final Thoughts You don't need a more extreme version of health. You need a more sustainable one. Your sleep. Your stress. Your food. Your season of life. Those are the foundations of vitality. Optimization is optional. Resilience is not. Keep listening to your body. Your energy matters.   Resources Learn more about Marina Moiseyeva: Website: https://liveharmoniouslife.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/liveharmoniouslife/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LiveHarmoniousLife/ Book: Harmonious Healing Blueprint If you're in Brooklyn, you can work with Marina at Harmonious Life Family Health Clinic. She sees kids and adults, and she builds personalized plans around root-cause health, longevity, and real-life resilience.   Are you a health coach looking for done-for-you content? Visit yourhealthcoachbiz.com and save 40% using code GO40. Launch your podcast or get full podcast management services through The Healthy Hustle Podcast Agency. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rachelafeldman Website: https://rachelafeldman.com

How long does body recomposition really take? Cutting calories to lose weight can make a skinny fat physique worse by stripping away the little muscle you have while giving you misleading “progress” signals. Learn the realistic week-by-week body recomp timeline for noticeable changes, plus the simple tracking methods that prove your plan is working. If the scale hasn't budged in 3 weeks and you're about to call it off, hit play. And shout out to listener Dhiren A. on Spotify for today's topic!Get 20% off your first custom blend at True Nutrition with code WITSANDWEIGHTS. Build your own protein from 20+ bases and 28 flavors, third-party lab tested and first-party verified, now shipping to over 150 countries:https://truenutrition.com/witsandweightsYou'll learn:Skinny fat explained as normal weight obesity and why BMI can miss the problem Why the default advice to lose weight can backfireThe Forbes curve and how your starting leanness changes how much body fat you loseRealistic muscle gain rates over 10 to 12 weeksWhy DEXA and scales struggle to detect small lean mass changes 4 priorities for body recomposition (including protein)How to track progress instead of chasing day-to-day noise A simple muscle-building signal hidden in your training logWits & Weights is the evidence-based podcast for strength training over 40, body recomposition, fat loss over 40, metabolism recovery, and healthy aging. Hosted by Philip Pape, creator of Eat More Lift Heavy and Fitness Lab.Support the show by visiting today's sponsor:Get 20% off your first custom blend at True Nutrition with code WITSANDWEIGHTS.Timestamps:0:00 - Why "just lose weight" backfires when you're skinny fat6:43 - The Forbes curve (dieting, leanness, and body fat)10:19 - How to get enough protein13:03 - What happens in weeks 1 through 1016:15 - What a good month of muscle gain looks like17:35 - Does body fat measurement work?19:57 - The problem that isn't your training20:23 - 3 changes that make the timeline work24:13 - How long until you see physical changes, and until others do28:13 - The muscle-building evidence in your own training logEpisode Resources:Free Body Fat Calculator - Navy formula estimate from a tape measure, plus a few other numbers: https://www.witsandweights.com/calculatorsQ&A - How Fast Do You Really Lose Muscle? (Plus Bigger Glutes, Creatine, and More)

“One day, everyone will take creatine.” Maybe that sounds crazy to you. Or maybe you're like me and more recently came to that conclusion. But for a very (very) small group of people, that bold visionary prediction became obvious more than three decades ago. Joining us is industry pioneer Steve Jennings, one of those rare individuals…who famously helped fuel British Olympic gold medalists with creatine in secret during the 1992 Barcelona games. In this episode, we explore the enormous structural shift driving creatine from “gym culture” to household staple. However, crossing the chasm towards the mainstream brings substantial friction. Therefore, we shed light on the serious risks of a market (potentially) growing too fast, from severe supply chain vulnerabilities and concentrated chemical precursor sourcing to an imminent pricing squeeze on raw materials (which might ultimately be a good thing as Steve outlines). Furthermore, driven by a surge in consumer demand for convenient, great-tasting formats…we discuss how "Creatinification" (and the category's defining decade ahead) hinges on solving a fundamental biochemical challenge that has long eluded the supplement industry. Tune in as we discuss how the sector is engineering around this stability barrier, tackling immense demand growth, and unlocking preventative health solutions to build a creatine market poised to reach every consumer, everywhere. But without any further delay…here is the recent conversation I had with my good friend and the founder of Jenerise (a creatine technology company) Steve Jennings.

Perimenopause changes how your body responds to training, nutrition, caffeine, sleep, recovery, and many supplements, making it feel like the things you always did to support your health and fitness are no longer working. And those shifts can begin as early as your 30s.In this episode, Louise Valentine, a leading women's integrative health and fitness expert for perimenopausal active women and female runners, shares real-life conversations with women who were doing many things “right” but still dealing with injuries, poor sleep, anxiety, cravings, body composition changes, and frustrating fitness setbacks.She explains why creatine quality, mode of delivery, and timing matter, why the right type of strength training becomes increasingly important for protecting muscle and reducing injury risk, and why protein quality deserves closer attention as women age.Louise also breaks down how late-day caffeine, poor fueling, and sugar before bed can affect cortisol, sleep, digestion, and next-day energy. Finally, she explains why extreme programs like 75 Hard may deliver short-term results but are nearly impossible to sustain due to the impacts on hormones, metabolic health, and working against time tested principles like progressive overload of exercise and nutrition strategies.The main message is simple: learn how your body is changing before problems pile up. As you will learn, working with your changing female physiology should not be complicated or confusing. Sustainable, female-specific strategies can help you stay strong, energized, and vibrantly active through perimenopause and beyond.RESOURCES + LINKSLearn & level up with my free nutrition guide & award-winning 1:1 Academy to thrive through perimenopause with less stress: https://www.breakingthroughwellness.comTake advantage of our podcast listener discount & save 20% off Kion's science-backed clean products. Code "LOUISE" saves on all future orders: https://www.getkion.com/pages/maximizing Check out my FullScript here where you can see my curated supplement picks, by topic, to address your concerns & save 25% off!  A small portion of EACH sale goes back to support BTW.  Thank you!Learn more & apply to join our Podcast Insiders membership here: https://www.breakingthroughwellness.com/podcastinsidersLearn, laugh & level up with a Breaking Through Wellness masterclass here.Link to check out Function Health & save $25 off comprehensive, proactive blood work using code “LVALENTINE11”  here.  $25 goes back to support BTW with each new sign up! Thank you!Episode Highlights:(0:00) Intro3:03) Simplifying fitness during perimenopause(8:35) Creatine benefits, quality, and dosage(11:49) Why creatine gummies may fall short(15:19) Perimenopause, injuries, and strength training(20:19) Hormonal changes and common injuries(25:26) Caffeine, cravings, sleep, and cortisol(31:44) Why extreme fitness plans backfire(34:59) Building sustainable fitness with progressive overload(37:39) Get educated before problems escalate(39:57) Simple strategies for lasting results(41:23) OutroTune in weekly to "Maximizing Hormones, Physique, and Running Through Perimenopause" for our simple female-specific science-based revolution. Let's unlock our best with less stress!I'd love to connect!Email

Let's kick things off by answering the big question: What exactly is KPV? KPV is a small peptide consisting of just three amino acids, lysine-proline-valine. It's a fragment of the larger peptide alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone (α-MSH), which is involved in skin pigmentation and immune function. KPV is naturally found in the body and is known for its anti-inflammatory properties, but it has a more specific action on inflammation-related pathways that contribute to various health conditions. This peptide has been gaining popularity due to its potential in reducing inflammation, improving skin health, and supporting overall wellness, particularly in individuals with chronic conditions. Read the Full Episode Transcript: https://pepties.com/kpv-benefits/ Related Links/Products Mentioned: Peptide Podcast Partners Page https://pepties.com/partners/ Buy Peptides online at BioLongevity Labs: Use our link and enter COUPON CODE: PEPTIDEPODCAST  at checkout to receive 15% off your total order:  https://go.biolongevitylabs.com/SH5C Momentous Supplements (we use Creatine, Vital Aminos, Whey Protein) https://crrnt.app/MOME/OqGQOxGA LMNT – More Salt, Not Less.  https://elementallabs.refr.cc/default/u/johnjavit Thorne Supplements (we use Omega-3 with CoQ10, Red Yeast Rice, Zinc) https://get.aspr.app/SH1KvW Organifi Creatine and Shilajit Gummies http://rwrd.io/rlbkajm?c MitoZen (methylene blue for Cognitive Function, Anti-Aging, Mental Clarity) https://www.mitozen.com/ref/cnlwiztypt/ For skin and hair health (Copper Tripeptide-1)  Visit Luminose by Entera for an exclusive offer for Peptide Podcast listeners!  ** Promo code PEPTIDEPODCAST at checkout for 10% off an order or 10% off the first month of a subscribe-and-save. ** https://www.enteraskincare.com/?rfsn=8906839.f93c72 NAD+ Push Patch: https://www.pushpatch.com/

Ever feel like you're doing all the "right" things, like tracking your food, lifting weights, and getting your steps in, but…you don't look like you work out?It's one of THE most common frustrations I hear from the ladies I work with! It's usually not because you're lazy or your body is “broken”. More often, it's because you're working on the wrong things.In this episode, I'm breaking down six reasons your body may not be changing the way you want it to. From under-fueling and chasing perfection, to skipping recovery and overcomplicating your routine, these are the habits I see holding women back time and time again. The goal isn't to do more - it's to remove the things preventing your body from adapting and growing.Looking like you lift doesn't happen because you work yourself into the ground. It happens when you fuel your body, train with intention, recover well, and repeat the process long enough to let your body adapt!Episode recap:Why working harder doesn't always mean working smarterWhy under-fueling is keeping you building muscle + recovering wellFocusing on repeatable habits vs. trying to be “perfect” with everythingWhy you NEED recovery days Stop overcomplicating the basics Focus on optimizing + doing the basics firstWhy your body adapts to what you repeatedly doLinks/Resources:Ep. 253 | Why Food Noise Is Real + Why It's Keeping You StuckSHOP UFYF merchandiseGrab your FREE Body Recomp Meal Prep and get the UFYF NewsletterSHOP Kion - my favorite Protein, EAA's and Creatine!Join FIT CLUB, my monthly membership with workouts you can do at home or the gymConnect with me on Instagram @kristycastillofit and @unfuckyourfitnesspodcastJoin my FREE Facebook group, Unf*ck Your FitnessClick HERE for my favorite fitness & life things!Send me a text with episode ideas or just to say hi! Support the show

In this Ask Me Anything episode, host Amelia Phillips answers a diverse range of listener questions on multivitamins, troubleshooting creatine side effects, and figuring out where the heck you are in perimenopause. First up, she dives into the eternal debate around multivitamins – are they essential for everyone or simply expensive wee? Experiencing bloating or digestive discomfort while using creatine? It's super common, but Amelia has some handy tips to sort you out. Finally, she helps listener Jodie figure out where exactly she is on her perimenopause journey 14 Day Vitality Reset: To find out more and join, visit: https://v360.health/14-day-vitality-reset/ To find out more about the Prevention Magazine World Menopause Day Lunch visit: https://www.worldmenopauseday.com.au/ For a deeper dive into multivitamins, listen to: FoundMyFitness Podcast – How to slow biological aging: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3jbmzKCoiG5JRZlekt6Ksy?si=db58b7abefe842a9 1:13:37 – Can a daily multivitamin slow aging? (discussion of the COSMOS trial)1:22:18 – Omega-3, vitamin D and exercise – what moves the needle? About the host: Amelia Phillips is an exercise scientist, nutritionist, and published researcher (BSc, MNut) with a career spanning 26 years in health. She is the co-founder of Vitality360, a functional health platform that helps people gain deep insights into their health and make targeted changes for lasting vitality.A respected media presenter, Amelia has been featured on Channel 9’s hit show Do You Want to Live Forever? and is dedicated to helping people build a life of energy, connection, and purpose at any age or stage of life.Instagram: @_amelia_phillipsHave a question? Email: ap@ameliaphillips.com.auFind out more at: www.ameliaphillips.com.auDiscover Vitality360: https://v360.health CREDITSHost: Amelia Phillips Audio Producer: Darren RothMusic: Matt Nicholich Production Partner: Nova Entertainment Pty Ltd Healthy Her acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bobby and Wally open the episode reflecting on recent experiences at Oshkosh, including social media feedback and a memorable interaction with a young aviation enthusiast whose parents are pilots. They then dive into the main topic of Episode 200, The Flight Before the Flight, stressing that most poor decisions occur during pre-flight preparation rather than in the air. The night-before sequence covers weather outlook briefings using multiple apps and 1-800-WX-BRIEF for human insight, verification of aircraft records especially for older experimental planes with modern avionics like G5 systems, fuel planning with extra margins beyond legal minimums, and self-assessment of fitness including illness or medication effects. On the morning of the flight they recommend re-evaluating forecasts against actual conditions observed outside and applying personal minimums that may differ by aircraft type such as the Saratoga versus a tailwheel. The hosts stress making these steps habitual through a simple card system and the PAVE checklist while inviting listener confessions about past decisions, shared personal minimums, and feedback on what they always check the night before. Wally adds insights from international flying on the importance of sleep management. They close by recommending the AOPA VFR personal minimums sheet and an ALPA Air Safety Institute case study called Fair Weather Flyer.

High-dose Vitamin D fails test in treatment of advanced colon cancer—but can prevent many early cancers from metastasizing; IV Vitamin C may delay progression Myelodysplastic syndrome, pancreatic cancer; Your future drug deliveries may be via drones; How to fight age-related “anabolic resistance”; Can osteoporosis be reversed with hormone replacement therapy and resistance exercise?

Labs read "normal" but you're gaining midsection weight, foggy and running at 70%? Your thyroid - not just perimenopause - may be the missing variable. Dr. Amie Hornaman explains why TSH alone misses the picture, how elevated reverse T3 "pools" and blocks T3 at the cell even when free T3 looks optimal, and why roughly 98% of women don't thrive on T4-only. She links falling progesterone, rising thyroid-binding globulin, low ferritin and the "thyropause" hitting 80-90% of women over 40. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN Why a "normal" TSH can completely miss a thyroid problem - and the five markers that actually reveal what's happening What reverse T3 "pooling" is, and how it blocks active thyroid hormone at the cell even when your free T3 looks optimal Why roughly 98% of women stop thriving on T4-only medication once they're past 40 How falling progesterone drives estrogen dominance, raises thyroid binding globulin, and quietly strands thyroid hormone before it reaches the cell What "thyropause" is, why it hits 80-90% of women over 40, and how it overlaps with the perimenopause symptoms you're blaming instead Why testosterone acts as armor against autoimmunity - and what its decline switches on How low ferritin, insulin resistance and cortisol compound thyroid-driven fatigue and stubborn belly fat TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Intro: Why Midlife Women Go Undiagnosed & the Full Thyroid Panel Doctors Skip (TSH, Free T3/T4, Reverse T3, Antibodies)09:46 - Reverse T3 "Pooling," Why T4-Only Fails Most Women & What Actually Drives High Reverse T317:28 - How HRT, Progesterone Loss & Low Ferritin Hit Your Thyroid - Plus the "Thyropause" Switch22:09 - Core Thyroid Nutrients, Iodine Dosing Do's & Don'ts, and How to Actually Fix Low Iron40:14 - High Antibodies and Still Optimized? Hashimoto's Triggers & Protecting Your Thyroid45:40 - Midlife Belly Fat & Bloating: Root Causes, Smart Testing Order & the Gut-Healing Myth53:12 - Thyropause & Lean Athletes: Why Most Women Over 40 Get Hit - Plus The Thyroid Fix Book VALUABLE RESOURCES The Thyroid Fix (Dr. Amie's book) https://thyroidfixbook.com/ Dr. Amie Hornaman's website / book a call https://dramie.com/ Fixxr Supplements (Dr. Amie's line, incl. iodine) https://dramiehornaman.com/collections/supplements Follow Dr. Amie on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/dramiehornaman/ Thanks to my sponsor, Eight Sleep Sleep cooler, recover faster. The Eight Sleep Pod pre-cools your bed and adjusts all night for deeper sleep - dual-zone, so you and your partner each get your own temp.

Watch this episode HEREWelcome back to Tea Talk! Today we're catching up on life and chatting about everything thats been on my mind from the Lindsay Clancy trial and my experience with Lexapro/SSRIs to why I started taking creatine and the wildfires here in Idaho & Spokane! PLEASE give this video a thumbs up if you liked it! Episode sponsors: (Thank you in advance for shopping my links! It means alot to me!=)· Homestead Brand: Beautiful leather products from a family I love!: (use code NIKKIP for 10% off)· Equip Protein: Clean Protein Bars (use NIKKIP for 15% off)· Lineage Provisions: my creatine powder (Use NIKKIP for 15% off)If you'd like to support us on Patreon. I have a huge library of extra content.♥ YOUTUBE♥ INSTAGRAM♥ FACEBOOK♥ TIK TOK♥ XLinks for Products or Brands I am loving:· CUTE Modest Swimwear, Honeymark: code NIKKI10 for 10% off· The BEST magnesium supplement- BIOptimizers code NIKKIP10 for 10% off· Don't Freak It's Faux blankets: code nikki15 for 15% off· Conservative Homeschool Books! Tuttle Twins· EQUIP PROTEIN: Clean Protein Powder use NIKKIP for 15% off· Frownies:  use link or code NikkiP for 10% off· Ginger June Candle Co: non toxic + smells amazing! (code nikki20 for 20% off)· Mome-the most beautiful dresses! *Many of the above links are affiliate links. If you use these links to purchase items, I may earn a commission on your purchase. I obviously only recommend products or services that I use and enjoy! ☺️ Thank you!

Emily Werner, PhD, RD, CSSD, IFNCP is Team Dietitian for the Philadelphia 76ers (NBA) and Philadelphia Flyers (NHL), and Nutrition Affairs Sport Lead at Timeline. Dr. Emily joins Dr. Mike to unpack postbiotics, urolithin A, and why mitochondrial health matters for pro athletes and everyday people alike, digging into the real research behind Timeline's Mitopure and why chasing $200K gadgets rarely beats getting the fundamentals right. Expect to learn what a postbiotic actually is and how urolithin A differs from other supplements, why old-school and new-school sports dietitians disagree on peptides and supplement fads, how chronic undereating quietly undermines performance in women's sports, what the current human performance research on urolithin A actually shows, how Mitopure is dosed and why urolithin A can't be reliably food-sourced, and why product quality and manufacturing integrity matter more than marketing claims, and much more. Connect with Emily: Website: https://www.eateliteperform.com/ Instagram: @emilywerner34 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emily-n-werner-phd-rd-cssd-ifncp-4a820a97/ Episodes you'll enjoy next: #377 — Methylene Blue for Mitochondria & Performance: Benefits, Dosing & Risks with Dr. Scott Sherr: Listen here #382 — Creatine for Muscle, Bone, Brain & Longevity (Plus Caffeine, Dosing, and Safety) with Dr. Darren Candow: Listen here Episode Timestamps: 2:21 Welcome & introductions 6:09 What is a postbiotic? Pre-, pro-, and postbiotics explained 7:09 Urolithin A: the postbiotic behind Mitopure 8:19 How Emily started consulting for Timeline 10:11 Old-school vs. new-school sports dietitians on supplements 13:53 Peptides, anecdata, and why athletes ignore the data 20:05 The hardest lesson: letting go when clients won't listen 21:15 Money, ego, and athletes chasing $200K wellness gadgets 24:53 Chronic undereating in women's sports 30:48 Nutrition's real job: keeping athletes available to play 33:19 Inside Mitopure: Timeline's flagship urolithin A product 35:06 Mitochondria, mitophagy, and why they matter as we age 38:16 Diet, fasting, and exercise as natural mitophagy triggers 43:36 What the performance research on urolithin A actually shows 53:19 Aging, aerobic capacity, and Emily's 101-year-old grandma 55:40 Mitopure dosing: how much urolithin A and when to take it 57:14 Why urolithin A can't be food-sourced (and can't be faked) 1:03:19 Why product quality and integrity matter in supplements Get the Daily Fitness Insider newsletter (free): https://www.miketnelson.com/newsletter

"If you don't get those foundational behaviors down, there ain't nothing a peptide's gonna do for you,” says Rachele Pojednic, Ph.D. Pojednic is a professor of Sports Nutrition and Exercise Physiology at Stanford University and is the Chief Science Officer at Restore. Her work examines nutrition, supplementation and physical activity interventions on muscle physiology, performance and recovery, as well as muscle related chronic disease, with a particular focus on women. Pojednic  holds a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) certification from National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) and is board certified Health Coach from the National Board of Health and Wellness Coaches (NBHWC). She has a particular passion for science communication and has been a consultant and writer for many prominent news outlets, including NPR, Time, The Washington Post, and Popular Science. Show notes: 00:00 - The difference between science & wellness  06:30 - The big vs. little levers of health 08:40 - What we do & don't know about peptides  11:45 - A study on supplement stacking gone wrong 13:55 - Next-gen peptides (BPC-157 & more) 18:20 - All about NAD, NR, & NMN 29:57 - Creatine for muscle & brain health 33:48 - Looking at leucine & amino acid profile in protein 36:48 - Why fasting advice for women often backfires 40:24 - Stop chasing perfection 43:45 - How to use wearables & lab testing 50:13 - Bridging science & wellness Referenced in the episode: For more about Pojednic, visit her website: https://www.rachelepojednic.com/  mindbodygreen's creatine brain supplement: https://shop.mindbodygreen.com/products/creatine-brain  mindbodygreen's whey protein: https://shop.mindbodygreen.com/products/clear-whey-protein  We hope you enjoy this episode, and feel free to watch the full video on YouTube! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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For years, I did everything I was told would help me stay lean. I trained hard, ate well, and stayed consistent but after 50, my body stopped responding the way it used to. In this episode, I'm sharing the 7 changes that helped me get my flat stomach back at 50 and completely changed how I think about training, nutrition, recovery, and metabolism in midlife. I didn't find a magic supplement or a quick fix. Instead, I made evidence-based changes that helped me build lean muscle, improve my metabolic health, recover better, and finally achieve the body composition I was working so hard for. If you're a woman over 40 or 50 who's training consistently but not seeing the results you want, I hope these seven changes give you a new perspective and practical strategies you can start applying today. What You'll Learn Why changing my strength training approach transformed my body composition. How short sprint intervals helped improve my fitness and reveal more muscle definition. Why progressive core training matters for a stronger, more defined midsection. The role recovery, HRV and sleep play in fat loss and metabolic health. Why strategically timing carbohydrates after training improved my results. How focusing on building lean muscle instead of simply losing fat changed everything. Why spending more time outdoors may support your metabolism, recovery and long-term health. Want to go deeper? Start here: Take the BioSyncing Quiz to help you understand what's actually happening in your body — and how to fix it. https://biosyncing.scoreapp.com  Reset your hormones, restore your energy, and reconnect with your body in just 21 days. https://www.highperformance-health.com  Fresh Start Sundays Newsletter Your weekly 3-minute guide to creating the healthiest, most vibrant version of you. Each Monday, get one simple habit to boost energy, balance hormones, and enhance longevity - joined by 25,000+ women worldwide. https://angelafosterperformance.com/  The Ultimate Guide to Creatine for Women https://academy.angelafosterperformance.com/creatine-guide  10 Habits That Helped Me Reverse My Biological Age by 25 Years During Perimenopause https://academy.angelafosterperformance.com/10-habits-optin-page   About Angela Foster Angela Foster is a corporate lawyer turned health and performance coach, keynote speaker, and creator of the BioSyncing® Method. She is the host of the High Performance Health Podcast, featuring over 500 conversations with world-leading experts in longevity, hormones, neuroscience, nutrition, and female performance. Angela's mission is to help one million ambitious women optimise their hormones, energy, cognitive performance, and longevity, so they never have to choose between success and their health. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who would benefit from it. Follow me for daily health and performance tips: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/angelasfoster/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AngelaFosterPerformance

MAPS BOGO: https://mapsbogo.com Buy one get one free on any of the top 10 most popular programs (Anabolic, Aesthetic, Performance, 15 Minutes, Anywhere, Symmetry, Starter, Muscle Mommy, Powerlift, 40+) for $157.   In this episode the guys break down 5 non-workout shortcuts to fitness gains — post-workout sauna and its 32% improvement in run time to exhaustion in just 3 weeks with competitive runners, visualization producing nearly identical skill gains to physical practice, music and its measurable effect on pain perception and exhaustion, caffeine as the most consistently supported ergogenic aid, and sleep as the single biggest predictor of workout quality and injury risk. They also get into Organifi creatine chews with tart cherry for anti-inflammatory effects, Troscriptions going practitioner-only soon, Adam's 5-amino-1MQ experiment and the thermogenic sweating it caused, old school gym equipment genuinely outperforming modern machines and why, Adam admitting he loves pickleball after one session with Katrina and almost winning, ASU now offering an influencer degree, California giving 12-year-olds the right to lock parents out of their medical records, and a homeless person holding a Venmo QR code in Sausalito alongside California's $37 billion homeless spending. Then they coach live callers submitted through mplivecaller.com.   Mind Pump Fitness Coaching: https://mindpumpfitnesscoaching.com 1.9 NASM CEUs   SPONSORS   Troscriptions: https://troscriptions.com/MINDPUMP Code: MINDPUMP for 10% off first order. Going practitioner-only soon — get it while available direct to consumer.   Organifi (creatine chews): https://organifi.com/mindpump Code: MINDPUMP for 20% off. Creatine plus tart cherry extract — anti-inflammatory and convenient. Sal's pick for jiu jitsu recovery.   Seed Daily Synbiotic: https://seed.com/mindpump Code: 25MINDPUMP for 25% off your first month.   LINKS   Submit a live caller question: https://mplivecaller.com Mind Pump Store: https://mindpumpstore.com Maps Fitness Products: https://mapsfitnessproducts.com Instagram: @mindpumpmedia   SPOTIFY TIMESTAMPS   0:00 - Intro 2:22 - 5 non-workout shortcuts to fitness gains 4:32 - Shortcut 1: Post-workout sauna — 32% improvement in run time to exhaustion in 3 weeks 10:48 - Shortcut 2: Visualization — nearly identical skill gains to physical practice 14:54 - Shortcut 3: Music — how it changes pain perception and time to exhaustion 19:45 - Shortcut 4: Caffeine — the most consistently supported ergogenic aid in the data 20:14 - Shortcut 5: Sleep — the single biggest predictor of workout quality and injury risk 22:20 - Organifi creatine chews with tart cherry — Sal's anti-inflammatory pick for jiu jitsu 28:06 - Old school gym equipment is genuinely better — why it was designed differently 30:39 - Adam admits he loves pickleball — first session with Katrina, they almost won 40:27 - California gives 12-year-olds the right to lock parents out of medical records 42:01 - Homeless man holding a Venmo QR code in Sausalito — California's $37 billion spending problem 50:08 - ASU now offers an influencer degree — why the guys should guest lecture 1:01:58 - Caller: Laurie (Ontario) — 12 weeks postpartum with second baby, Maps 15 Performance, breastfeeding hunger 1:12:12 - Caller: Nattie (Georgia) — intermodal truck driver, 12-14 hour days, 40 pounds up, analysis paralysis 1:31:08 - Caller: Jason (Missouri) — lineman, 40 pounds lost, on TRT and Retatrutide, gets Maps Performance 1:43:51 - Caller: Nick (Ohio) — lagging posterior chain, rounded shoulders, volume swapping strategy

Why is Planned Parenthood telling you that you should lift heavy during your menstrual cycle? Why will no one shut up about protein? How many different ways can a company try and convince you it's not a diet when it's TOTALLY A DIET??? How have companies taken advantage of the actual gaps in research on women's bodies to sell us crap? Journalist and elite distance runner Zoë Rom and registered dietitian Kylee Van Horn join the pod to break down how the women's fitness industrial complex convinces us of new health and training vulnerabilities (and then offers their products to fix them). This is one of those episodes that will piss you off and make you feel grateful that others are out here noticing how weird and manipulative these spaces can be. Via the Planned Parenthood Instagram Thanks to the sponsors of today's episode: Get 15% off OneSkin with the code CULTURE at https://www.oneskin.co/CULTURE Go to  https://zbiotics.com/CULTURESTUDY and use CULTURESTUDY at checkout for 15% off any first time orders of ZBiotics probiotics. Thanks to Article for sponsoring this podcast! Article is offering our listeners $50 off your first purchase of $100 or more. To claim, visit ARTICLE.COM/CULTURE and the discount will be automatically applied at checkout. Taking care of your health just got easier – start here with Zocdoc: https://zocdoc.com/CULTURE Show Notes: Follow YOUR DIET SUCKS on Instagram here!!! Listen to YOUR DIET SUCKS here Find our more about Your Diet Sucks — including how to support them on Patreon — here Find out more about Zoë Rom's other work — including her book on How to Become a Sustainable Runner — here Follow Kylee / Fly Nutrition on IG here Learn more about Fly Nutrition here An example of the Planned Parenthood "how to exercise during what part of your cycle" messaging My now quite old piece on yoga teacher training as an MLM I reference the work of friend of the pod Virginia Sole-Smith; go check out her stuff! You can find a transcript of the episode here We're currently looking for your questions on the following topics: HOW WE SHARE ON SOCIAL MEDIA TODAY — how we narrativize our lives, what's changed, what's weird, what's still important and keeping us on these apps... with the great Kathryn Jezer-Morton WE'RE DOING A WHOLE FASHION SERIES! Submit any/all questions you have about viral clothing trends, plus-size thrifting and/or anything you want to ask Corinne Fay, author of Big Undies, or figuring out your style HOW TO FIGHT! Priya Parker has a new book on how to actually disagree (fruitfully!) with others, so this is your opportunity to ask all those questions about the people in your life who shut down when you disagree / escalate unnecessarily / immediately throw straw-men your way ('people in your life' can also include you, of course) All things CODE-SWITCHING with Ari Shaprio and Audie Cornish (how do you change your voice, your posture, your demeanor, your subject areas, the way you talk about reality television, whatever, depending on layered context) Anything you need advice for/want musings about for the AAA segment. You can ask about anything — it's literally the name of the segment.   Join the ranks of paid subscribers and get bonus content, access to the discussion threads, ad-free episodes, and the knowledge that you're supporting an indie pod trying to make its way in the world.Got a question to submit, a prompt for Ask Anne Anything, or an idea for a future episode? Tell us here.Catch up on everything else happening in the Culture Study universe here.Transcripts will be available here within 24 hours of publishing. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Keith Rabois has built companies, backed some of Silicon Valley's biggest successes, and earned a reputation as one of the sharpest strategic minds in venture capital. But when Louisa sat down with him, they barely spoke about investing. Instead, they explored the system behind his decision-making: the daily habits he believes keep his brain performing at an elite level. From treating himself like a professional athlete to measuring every workout for more than two decades, Rabois argues that the strongest predictor of longevity isn't genetics or supplements, it's VO₂ max. He explains why every ambitious person should know their VO₂ max, why he believes improving it may have a greater impact than many of the world's biggest public health campaigns, and why he asks founders the same question before asking about their company. You'll hear why he wears a fitness tracker every day, why he hasn't missed more than seven workouts in seven years, and why he believes consistency, not intensity, is what compounds into extraordinary performance. The conversation then moves beyond fitness into the psychology of excellence. Keith explains why he reads for an hour every day, how reading the encyclopedia as a child shaped the way he thinks, and why nearly every world-class founder, politician, and investor he admires shares one habit: relentless curiosity. He reveals how he learned to assess people within minutes, what he looks for on a LinkedIn profile before an interview, why preparation matters far more than talent, and the invisible work that most people mistake for luck. They also dive into his longevity protocol: why creatine became a non-negotiable after reading the cognitive research, how he approaches blood work differently from traditional medicine, why he uses red light therapy and cryotherapy, the supplements he actually believes are worth taking, and why he refuses to use anything that could unnecessarily affect his brain. He explains why he would invest in brain-computer interfaces but never electively implant one himself, and why protecting the unique quirks of your brain may be more valuable than enhancing them. Finally, they unpack one of his most controversial beliefs: stress isn't something to eliminate, it's something to embrace. Drawing on the research behind *The Upside of Stress*, Keith explains why people who reframe stress consistently outperform those who fear it, why challenge drives growth from the cellular level to leadership, and how high-performing teams balance obsession, accountability, and psychological safety.

If you've ever felt like food is constantly on your mind, you're NOT alone.Food noise is definitely a buzzword these days - it's literally EVERYWHERE. It's also one of the most overlooked parts of a health journey!Food noise can feel overwhelming. I've had my own experience with food noise, from restrictive dieting and all-or-nothing thinking, to finally understanding how nutrition can set me free (instead of hold me back).Ultimately, food isn't supposed to control your thoughts, mood, or entire day. When you learn how to fuel your body (not punish it), you'll experience one of THE most powerful mindset shifts. If you're exhausted by constantly negotiating with yourself around food, feeling guilty after meals, or believing you have to earn what you eat, this conversation is for YOU. Healing doesn't happen overnight, but it can happen for you, one intentional choice at a time!Episode recap:What food noise actually is (and what it isn't)Recognizing the common signs of food noise in your daily lifeMy personal journey w/food noise + how I've found food freedomWhy quick fixes don't solve food noiseHow diet culture & past experiences really shape your relationship w/foodViewing food as FUEL + how you to start fueling your bodyHow tracking macros can create freedom (not restriction)Why healing your relationship w/food takes timeWhy lasting food freedom IS possibleLinks/Resources:SHOP UFYF merchandiseGrab your FREE Body Recomp Meal Prep and get the UFYF NewsletterSHOP Kion - my favorite Protein, EAA's and Creatine!Join FIT CLUB, my monthly membership with workouts you can do at home or the gymConnect with me on Instagram @kristycastillofit and @unfuckyourfitnesspodcastJoin my FREE Facebook group, Unf*ck Your FitnessClick HERE for my favorite fitness & life things!Send me a text with episode ideas or just to say hi! Support the show

Join Me on Substack – https://wisewomanmethod   What does a neuroscientist actually think women in their forties and fifties should be doing for their brains? Dr. Kay Linker has real answers, and they are probably not what you expect.   I sat down with Dr. Linker, a neuroscientist, researcher, and founder of the female longevity supplement brand Aeonian, for one of the most practical and science‑rich conversations we have ever had on this show. We talk about brain health in midlife, the hormones that protect your neurons, the supplements that are worth your time, and the wellness trends that genuinely frustrate Dr. Linker.   No fluff. Just real science explained like your brilliant friend who also happens to have a PhD. What You'll Learn in This Episode: Why exercise is the single best thing you can do for your brain (and why Sudoku isn't cutting it) What the blood-brain barrier actually is, why it matters, and how omega-3s protect it The truth about HRT, estrogen, and why timing is everything for brain health in perimenopause and menopause How dopamine and estrogen work together to shape your mood, motivation, and even your habits throughout your cycle What creatine does for afternoon energy and cognitive function, and why women actually need more of it than men The science behind spermidine, autophagy, and why this supplement deserves a better name What Dr. Linker really thinks about GLP-1s as a longevity drug (her answer may surprise you) The wellness myth about cycle-syncing productivity that Dr. Linker says is actually harming women What's inside Dr. Linker's female longevity supplement stack and why she created it Timestamps: (03:07) — The dinner party brain fact that makes people put down their forks (04:04) — Common brain myths smart people still believe (including the 10% myth) (04:38) — Brain health for women in midlife: creatine, HRT, and what changes at menopause (06:55) — Alli and Dr. Linker on testosterone: energy, emotional sensitivity, and what surprised them both (08:33) — The blood-brain barrier explained simply, and why it declines as we age (10:03) — How omega-3s protect the brain (including from air pollution) (11:10) — What it means that 90% of brain blood vessels are thinner than a strand of hair (12:22) — The most damaging things women in midlife are doing to their brains without knowing it (13:07) — Why leg day is better for your brain than arm day (myokines explained) (13:45) — The sedentary trap: why working out in the morning doesn't undo sitting all day (14:51) — Dopamine, estrogen, and why you start new habits in your follicular phase (16:18) — Why you temporarily cannot stand your husband in your luteal phase (science-backed) (18:25) — Wellness advice Dr. Linker is tired of seeing spread online (18:50) — The cycle-syncing productivity trend and the subtle misogyny hiding inside it (21:09) — Creatine at 10 grams: dreams, afternoon focus, and why women need more (22:05) — Spermidine vs. urolithin A: autophagy, mitophagy, and longevity explained (24:41) — Peptides for longevity: the good, the promising, and the ones to know about (26:01) — GLP-1 microdosing: what the research says beyond weight loss   Links to great things we discussed:  Kay on Instagram Aonian Kay's Product Recommendations: One Skin & Azelaic Acid Function Health Uplift App Wise Woman Era Alli on YouTube   I hope you loved this episode!

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Creatine has become one of the most talked-about supplements in health and wellness, but is it right for you? In this episode, Kristin Kirkpatrick, former lead dietitian at Cleveland Clinic and an award-winning nutrition expert breaks down what the research says about creatine, who may benefit, and what women should consider before adding it to their routine. Whether you're active, focused on healthy aging, or simply curious about the latest wellness trend, this conversation will help you make a more informed decision. Her Side by Flourish Heights was made for women, by women. To be empowered in health starts with a true connection with your body. Join Valerie Agyeman, a women's health dietitian and journalist as she explores overlooked women's health conversations, blending expert insight with real stories around periods, hormones, nutrition, and body awareness.  *The information shared in this podcast is for general informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. About Kristin Kirkpatrick: Kristin Kirkpatrick is a registered dietitian, founder of KAK Nutrition Consulting, LLC, and a nationally recognized nutrition expert with more than 22 years of experience in integrative nutrition. She previously served as the lead dietitian at Cleveland Clinic's Department of Wellness & Preventive Medicine and is an award-winning author, speaker, and media contributor. Kristin has appeared on the TODAY show, NBC Nightly News, and other national platforms, and her expertise has been featured in outlets including The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, TIME, Women's Health, and Cleveland Clinic Essentials. She is the author of Skinny Liver: A Proven Program to Prevent and Reverse the New Silent Epidemic — Fatty Liver Disease and Regenerative Health: Discover Your Metabolic Type and Renew Your Liver for Life. Keep up with Kristin: Website: www.kristinkirkpatrick.com Follow Kristin on Instagram or Facebook: @fuelwellwithkrissy Stay Connected: Is there a topic you'd like covered on the podcast? Submit it to hello@flourishheights.com Subscribe to our quarterly newsletters: Flourish Heights Newsletter Visit our website + nutrition blog: www.flourishheights.com Follow us on social media: Instagram: @flourishheights / Women's Health Hub: @hersidebyfh / @valerieagyeman Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@flourishheights Want to support this podcast? Leave a rating, write a review and share! Thank you!

Full Show Notes: https://bengreenfieldlife.com/503 In this solosode, you'll get the latest research on the questions I hear most: whether the peptide BPC 157 can cause cancer, the body fat percentages people rate most attractive for men and women (and how low is too low), how a "dad bod" before conception can affect your future kids' health, how "myo-reps" deliver the same strength and size gains in a fraction of your gym time, and whether creatine is bad for your kidneys. You'll hear why BPC 157's blood-vessel growth is not the same as the way cancer feeds a tumor and why healthy tissue has nothing to fear from it, how excess body fat quietly lowers testosterone, and why the most attractive body fat ranges line up almost perfectly with the ranges that support healthy testosterone, fertility, and a long life. You'll also walk away with the body fat targets actually worth aiming for, a simple way to shorten your time in the gym, and the creatine myths you can finally stop worrying about. Episode Sponsors: ULTRA: A clean, nicotine-free, caffeine-free pouch that delivers smooth, sustained energy and focus without the jitters or crash. Visit takeultra.com and use code BENGREENFIELD for 15% off. ButcherBox: Premium, responsibly sourced meat and seafood delivered to your door. New customers get a free protein of their choice for a year, plus $20 off the first box, at ButcherBox.com/BEN. Tiny Health: An at-home microbiome test that maps your full gut ecosystem and gives personalized, evidence-based diet, lifestyle, and supplement recommendations. Get $50 off your first kit at TinyHealth.com/BEN. Qualia Stem Cell: A science-backed supplement that supports your body's own stem cell function for recovery and healthy aging, taken just four days a month. Visit qualialife.com/boundless and use code BOUNDLESS for 15% off. Young Goose: Cutting-edge skincare that supports your skin's cellular health. Visit younggoose.com and use code BGF10 for 10% off.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

MAPS Upper Lower: https://mapsupperlower.com Code: LAUNCH for 40% off. Four day split, male and female versions, workout videos and live coaching with Cole. Three days left on this offer. In this episode the guys break down five times when machines are actually better than free weights — isolating a muscle or movement pattern, when recovery is challenged from a sport or hard training block, adding extra volume without taxing the body, advanced intensity techniques like drop sets and forced negatives, and movement patterns that gravity-based free weights simply can't replicate. Sal shares how he is now training with machines more because of jiu jitsu recovery demands. They also get into the world mile record being broken at 3:42 by a British guy, the cyclosporiasis lettuce outbreak and how it spreads, the history of the marshmallow plant and why it was removed from marshmallows, creatine erasing the performance deficit from a bad night of sleep (confirmed by an ER doctor and a nurse in Sal's life), the gym industry entering a boom with 26% of Americans now having a membership, and K-shaped gym economics where budget and premium gyms are crushing the middle. Then they coach live callers submitted through mplivecaller.com.  SPONSORS Olipop: https://drinkolipop.com/MINDPUMP Buy any two cans in store (any flavor, any retailer) and they will pay you back for one. Cream soda discussed on air. New blue can design.   Legion (creatine): https://buylegion.com/mindpump Code: MINDPUMP for buy one get one 50% off (new customers) or 20% cash back (returning). Creatine discussed on air for sleep deprivation performance — 15 to 20g on bad sleep days.   LINKS Submit a live caller question: https://mplivecaller.com Mind Pump Store: https://mindpumpstore.com Maps Fitness Products: https://mapsfitnessproducts.com Instagram: @mindpumpmedia   0:00 - Intro 2:19 - 5 times machines are better than free weights 3:02 - Reason 1: Isolating a muscle or movement pattern for bodybuilding or corrective exercise 7:44 - Reason 2: When recovery is challenged from a sport or hard training block 12:47 - Reason 3: Adding extra volume without additional recovery cost 14:29 - Reason 4: Advanced intensity techniques — drop sets, forced negatives, partials and failure training 17:26 - Reason 5: Movement patterns that free weights and gravity cannot replicate 19:41 - Olipop, marshmallow root history and the cyclosporiasis lettuce outbreak 26:03 - Creatine erasing the performance deficit from bad sleep — ER doctor and nurse confirm it 30:05 - Sal's racing days, exhaust culture and why speed limits exist despite 800hp cars 50:55 - Gym industry entering a boom — 26% of Americans have a membership and attendance is at an all-time high 56:03 - K-shaped gym economics — budget and premium gyms are crushing the middle 1:00:19 - Caller: Nick (California) — contractor with wildly inconsistent schedule, undereating, gets coaching referral 1:16:33 - Caller: Rachel (England) — 58 years old, strong, lean, doesn't think she looks like she lifts 1:24:57 - Caller: Tyler (Washington) — 25 years old, feeling lost, Hashimoto's, dislocated shoulder, PCL tear, gets MAPS Symmetry 1:38:36 - Caller: Jenna (Wisconsin) — hip flexor follow-up, getting stronger, asks about next program after Symmetry, gets MAPS Strong

We got intellectually swole on creatine and astrology before this great episode! The main science topic was a study connecting carb oxidation to hydration status. We explain how hydration is the gateway to fueling.We also provided details of the first week of David's creatine experiment. There is some very strange heart rate data that we're tracking. Correlation or causation? We'll find out!And this one was full of fun topics! Other topics: bailing on workouts on bicarb days, how runners should think about improving bike power, tons of thoughts from the Tour de France including the massive power numbers and a follow-up on overnight drug testing, AI in mathematics, a fantastic article in JAMA on tendon healing, and questions on dealing with an identity crisis in athletics, stairmill v. biking, a listener passionate about oysters, a grooming tip, Malcolm Gladwell, stoppage time in runs, and low iron levels.You'll never look at Cheez-Its the same. We're sorry and/or thank you. We love you all! HUZZAH!-David and MeganClick "Get 40% Off" button for 40% off at The Feed here: thefeed.com/swapBuy Janji's amazing gear: https://janji.com (code "SWAP")Get a deal on the best treadmill on the market from Wahoo: https://www.wahoofitness.com/devices/running/treadmills/kickr-run-buy (code “SWAP”)For training plans, weekly bonus podcasts, heart rate zones, articles, and videos: patreon.com/swap

Today, I am delighted to reconnect with Dr. Darren Candow. Dr. Candow is a distinguished professor and an internationally renowned researcher on creatine monohydrate, nutrition, and physical activity who joined me before on Episode 301, where we spoke about creatine.  We are doing an AMA session today, delving into various themes surrounding creatine, from debunking outdated RDA recommendations to exploring the combined effects of strength training and creatine efficacy. We look into the cognitive benefits of creatine, exploring how it interacts with caffeine and its implications for bone health, hydration, anabolic resistance, and metabolic health.  I trust you will find today's AMA session as enlightening and enriching as I did while recording it. IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN: The safety and efficacy of creatine as a supplement How creatine increases muscle mass and reduces protein catabolism Benefits of combining creatine with protein  Is it better to take creatine before or after a workout? How creatine supplementation may improve brain performance and mental clarity Why exercise is essential for those who want to experience the benefits of creatine for maintaining their bone health Resistance-band workouts for post-menopausal women Are there any age-related limits for creatine supplementation? Bio: Dr. Darren Candow Dr. Darren Candow, PhD, CSEP-CEP, is Professor and Director of the Aging Muscle and Bone Health Laboratory in the Faculty of Kinesiology and Health Studies at the University of Regina, Canada. The overall objectives of Dr. Candow's research program are to develop effective lifestyle interventions involving nutrition (primarily creatine monohydrate) and physical activity (resistance training) that are clinically and practically relevant for improving musculoskeletal aging and reducing the risk of falls and fractures. Dr. Candow has published over 120 peer-reviewed journal manuscripts, supervised over 20 MSc and PhD students, and received research funding from the Canadian Institutes of Health Research, Canada Foundation for Innovation, the Saskatchewan Health Research Foundation, the National Institute of Health, and the Nutricia Research Foundation. In addition, Dr. Candow serves on the editorial review boards for the Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition, Nutrients, and Frontiers. Connect with Cynthia Thurlow Follow on X, Instagram & LinkedIn Check out Cynthia's website. Submit your questions to support@cynthiathurlow.com  Join other like-minded women in a supportive, nurturing community: The Midlife Pause/Cynthia Thurlow.  Purchase Cynthia's book, The Menopause Gut. Cynthia's Intermittent Fasting Transformation Book The Midlife Pause Supplement Line Connect with Dr. Darren Candow On⁠ Instagram⁠ X  Previous Episode Mentioned: ⁠Ep. 301 Creatine: The Best Supplement for Better Bones & Brain Health with Darren Candow, PhD, CSEP-CEP⁠

You've probably tried everything to sleep better. Magnesium. Melatonin. Blackout curtains. Maybe even expensive sleep gadgets. But what if the real reason your sleep feels broken has nothing to do with any of those things?In this video, Dave Asprey explains a hidden biological process that controls whether your body stays in stress mode at night… or finally switches into deep recovery mode. He breaks down why so many people wake up exhausted, why cortisol stays elevated while you sleep, and why your body may never fully enter repair mode even if you're technically asleep.You'll learn how one overlooked habit affects your brain, metabolism, recovery, heart rate, and overnight repair systems, plus the surprising research that showed dramatic changes in sleep quality from a single adjustment. Once you understand this mechanism, you'll never look at sleep the same way again.Try Danger Creatine: https://dangercoffee.com/products/danger-creatineTry TrueDark glasses: https://truedark.comTry Danger Coffee: https://dangercoffee.com/discount/davetubeTry Suppgrade Labs: https://shopsuppgradelabs.com/I have spent twenty years and millions of dollars testing every legal focus drug I could get my hands on. In this video, I break down which compounds actually work, which ones are a waste of money, and the exact stack that delivers hours of clean focus without the afternoon crash.The shift is simple: focus isn't a willpower problem. It's an energy production problem inside your brain. Once you fuel it at the cellular level, deep focus stops being a struggle and becomes the default state.Thank you to our sponsors!PredictiveMind™ | Get your Brain Pattern Mapping report at predictivemind.io/dave and use code DAVE for 10% off.Viome | Check it out at viome.com and use code 16DAVE for 16% off. It's time to stop guessing and start knowing your body.iRestore | Reverse hair loss at www.irestore.com/DAVE and get exclusive savings on the iRestore Elite, use code DAVE00:00 – Trailer00:53 – Sleep Environment Matters03:44 – Red Light Bulbs04:50 – Blackout Curtains05:16 – Light-Blocking Glasses07:16 – Morning Supplement Stack07:41 – Creatine for the Brain11:48 – MCT Oil Fuel13:06 – Cellular Cleanup (Autophagy)15:12 – Magnesium for Sleep16:56 – Full Stack Recap18:26 – Biohacking Is AccessiblConnect with Dave Asprey!Website: https://daveasprey.comTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@daveaspreyofficialInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dave.asprey/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Daveaspreyofficial/X: https://x.com/daveaspreyYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/daveaspreybprThe Human Upgrade Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/TheHumanUpgradePodcast/ https://m.facebook.com/Thehumanupgrade/Dave Asprey's BEYOND Conference: https://beyondconference.com/Dave Asprey's New Book - Heavily Meditated: https://daveasprey.com/heavily-meditated/Dave's favorite supplements: https://www.shopsuppgradelabs.com/discount/DAVE15Upgrade Labs: https://upgradelabs.com40 Years of Zen: https://40yearsofzen.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dr. Tommy Wood, BM, BCh, PhD, is a professor of neuroscience at the University of Washington and an expert on brain health, neuroplasticity, and cognitive performance. Dr. Wood explains how to use specific forms of exercise, dietary strategies, and compounds to enhance the rate and stability of mental and/or physical skill development. We also discuss science-based tools to preserve cognitive function, reduce dementia risk, and offset loss of memory after a concussion or other brain injury. This episode provides practical, science-based tools for learning new information and skills and for improving your overall ability to learn. Read the episode show notes at hubermanlab.com. Thank you to our sponsors AG1: https://drinkag1.com/huberman David: https://davidprotein.com/huberman Function: https://functionhealth.com/huberman Rorra: https://rorra.com/huberman Timestamps (00:00:00) Tommy Wood (00:04:05) Neuroplasticity; Neurogenesis; Synaptic Pruning (00:11:11) Aging & Neuroplasticity; Familiar vs Novel Tasks (00:14:33) Protocols Book; Sponsor: David (00:16:49) Aging, Training & Processing Speed (00:21:56) Enhancing Neuroplasticity with Age, Tool: Motor & Cognitive Challenge (00:26:56) Learning New Skills, Dance, Sports, Arts; Psychological Benefits of Challenge (00:36:50) Flow, Clutch States; Virtuosity (00:46:59) Power of Practice (00:50:55) Sponsor: AG1 (00:52:14) Tools for Focused Work & Learning; Distractions (01:00:17) Nutrition for Brain Health, Dementia; Critical Nutrients (01:06:56) Nutrient Timing, Supplementation; Omega-3s, Tool: Blood Tests (01:16:41) Sponsor: Function (01:18:19) Enhancing Brain Health, Nutrition & Supplements (01:23:10) GLP-1s, Peptides, Supplements & Evaluating Efficacy (01:32:56) Stimulants: Feeling vs Performance (01:37:18) Exercise & Enhancing Cognitive Function, Tool: Optimize Exercise Volume (01:43:18) Long-Term Cognitive Health & Exercise, HIIT (01:47:17) Sponsor: Rorra (01:48:31) Cortisol Benefits, Acute vs Chronic Stress (01:54:24) Resistance & Aerobic Exercise, Brain Gray & White Matter, Cognitive Health (02:03:37) Cognitive Decline, Dementia, Alzheimer's Disease, Modifiable Risk Factors (02:09:47) Shingles Vaccine & Dementia Risk; Tool: Avoid Illness for Cognitive Health (02:18:28) Concussion, Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), Creatine (02:24:04) Treating TBI, Supplements, Physical Therapy (02:32:16) Strongman Competition (02:38:51) Zero-Cost Support, YouTube, Spotify & Apple Follow, Reviews & Feedback, Sponsors, Protocols Book, Social Media, Neural Network Newsletter Disclaimer & Disclosures Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode the guys break down how to reverse osteopenia and osteoporosis — explaining the difference between the two, why 43% of adults over 50 have low bone mass, and why this is actually very fixable. They cover the four key steps: getting stronger (not just lifting weights), eating enough to build, taking key nutrients like calcium, vitamin D and magnesium, and being consistent because bone adapts more slowly than muscle. They also discuss why GLP-1 users are showing up with osteopenia and why it's not the drug's fault, Sal's experience with Rho Nutrition's liposomal curcumin and why it's dramatically reducing his jiu jitsu inflammation, Adam's deep dive into the solar panel scam with PG&E buying his energy at $0.08 and selling it back at $0.48, creatine accelerating recovery from brain injuries and concussions in kids, protein Doritos macro breakdown, noninvasive brain stimulation improving explosive power, AI agents buying robot dogs for themselves, and whether Dune or Star Wars came first. Then they coach live callers submitted through mplivecaller.com.   MAPS Upper Lower:  https://mapsupperlower.com Code: LAUNCH for 40% off. Male and female programs, workout videos, exercise demos and live coaching with Cole.   Mind Pump Fitness Coaching:  https://mindpumpfitnesscoaching.com 1.9 NASM CEUs   SPONSORS   Rho Nutrition (liposomal curcumin, NAD+ and Glutathione):  https://www.rhonutrition.com/discount/MINDPUMP Code: MINDPUMP for 20% off everything. Sal discusses the liposomal curcumin on air — dramatic reduction in jiu jitsu inflammation within 4 days. Liposomal delivery is the key difference.   Zbiotics Pre-Alcohol:  https://zbiotics.com/MINDPUMP26 Code: MINDPUMP26 for 15% off first purchase. World's first genetically engineered probiotic. Breaks down acetaldehyde in the gut before it causes issues. Discussed on air — now available at Bev Mo.   Butcher Box:  https://butcherbox.com/mindpump No code needed. Free ribeyes for a year, or free ground beef or chicken breasts in every order for life, plus $20 off first box.   LINKS Submit a live caller question:  https://mplivecaller.com Mind Pump Store:  https://mindpumpstore.com Maps Fitness Products:  https://mapsfitnessproducts.com Instagram: @mindpumpmedia 0:00 - Intro 2:14 - How to reverse osteopenia and osteoporosis — why it's more fixable than people think 4:55 - Who gets this — not just the elderly, also fit people who under-eat 12:11 - Step 1: Get stronger — why lifting weights without getting stronger does nothing for bones 15:46 - Step 2: Eat to build — why GLP-1 users are showing up with osteopenia and why it's not the drug's fault 20:00 - Step 3: Key nutrients — calcium, vitamin D and magnesium and why supplements alone won't fix it 22:27 - Step 4: Be consistent — bones adapt slower than muscle, 1-2% gain per year is a big win 24:13 - Rho Nutrition liposomal curcumin — Sal's jiu jitsu inflammation gone in 4 days 26:35 - Adam's solar panel PG&E rage — buying energy at $0.08 and selling it back at $0.48 43:27 - Creatine and brain injury recovery — children's concussion study shows dramatic improvement 47:33 - Protein Doritos macro breakdown and the creatine cereal prediction 51:38 - Noninvasive brain stimulation improves explosive power — no exercise required 56:01 - AI agents buying robot dogs for themselves — Tony Robbins story 59:24 - Did Dune or Star Wars come first? The sci fi rabbit hole 1:03:03 - Caller: Derek (California) 60 day check-in — 5 pounds gained, bench up 30 pounds, gets MAPS Upper Lower 1:16:18 - Caller: Beth (Georgia) — 59-year-old NFL exec, too lean, over-exercising, needs to eat more and slow down 1:30:31 - Caller: Liz (Ohio) — Birthday caller, bike tripper, wants to gain muscle, gets Muscle Mommy 1:43:08 - Caller: Kimberly (Minnesota) — professor, runner, feels bulky on top, gets coaching referral