Episode #996
Dr. Andy Galpin
Books mentioned
The New Encyclopedia of Modern Bodybuilding
Mentioned by Dr. Andy Galpin · at 00:01:56
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Unplugged
Mentioned by Dr. Andy Galpin · at 00:35:06
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The Bible
Mentioned by Dr. Andy Galpin · at 02:19:05
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Dr. Andy Galpin, a kinesiology professor and exercise physiology researcher, discusses how combat-sport athletes can tailor training and nutrition to their individual physiology and goals. The conversation examines overtraining, weight cutting, metabolic health, strength and cardio programming, recovery, environmental stressors, muscle memory, technology, and the long-term effects of a combat-sports career.
What they talked about
- Muscle physiology and human bioenergetics
- Fallacy of authority in training methods
- Sports psychology and breathing drills for fighters
- Nutrition strategies for Olympic wrestler Helen Maroulis
- Genetic vs. training effects on athletic performance
- Ice therapy and inflammation for muscle growth
- Diet variability and bio-individuality
- Breathing protocols and cold exposure benefits
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