On this episode of the FlexDiet Podcast, Dr. Grant Tinsley, Dr. Eric Helms, and I explore the complexities of measuring body composition. We unpack the realities and misconceptions surrounding DEXA scans, a popular tool for assessing body composition. Although often assumed
On today's episode of the Flex Diet Podcast, Dr. Matthew Statton and I delve deep into the science of intermittent fasting, providing valuable insights and practical tips on how to incorporate it into your lifestyle effectively. From understanding the various types
On this episode of the Flex Diet Podcast, Dr. Kurt Escobar, who holds a Ph.D. in exercise physiology, is not just a trainer and consultant but also a well-versed guide in the realm of nutrition and research. He busts the hype
Nutrition has its fair share of myths out there, and despite tons of research, protein myths abound. My buddy Lou Schuler calls these “Zombie Myths” since they just never seem to die. As a lifting meathead (term of endearment), I know you get many questions on protein. Even if you know these, feel free
Time flies, even during hard times. 8 years ago, almost to the day, I did my PhD Defense . . . . . . and passed. To say that I was sweating bullets about it is an under statement. The overall PhD process from when I started through class work, teaching, lab assistant, completing
I am getting ready to go do some squats and some Saxon bar pinch grip work. Saxon what? It is a long metal 2 x 6 looking thing that you can add weight to on the ends. You use a pinch grip where your thumb and fingers are extended (straight). It has a huge
Lifting performance is the unheralded key to both body comp and adding lean body mass/muscle, especially as you get older. I am 46 years old now and I really wish someone would have pulled my eel-shaped 6'3" 155 lb carcass to the curb almost 30 years ago and told me this method. Not sure
Yes, cardio! The pendulum swings hard from one side to the next in a blink of an eye in the fitness world. My prediction is that doing cardio will be the thing for all lifters. For a while, cardio was frowned upon as it was the king destructor of gainZ, and even made you
S___ Happens! Stress that is! Below you can see my HRV reading from this AM. Eeek! Since it was just a single low (red) reading, I am not going to freak out. Today was already scheduled as an off day since I am up at my parents' place. The great part of heart rate
I recently attended the International Society for Sports Nutrition (ISSN) annual meeting in Florida and wanted to share some brand new data on what happens when slashing calories by 50 percent for body composition. My good friend Dr Bill Campbell and his lab performed the research. Background When many at Planet Fitness opt to
