This week we interview the inspiring 71-year-old pharmacist and endurance athlete James Hughes, and explore the intersection of healthcare, metabolic health, and endurance sports. From discussing the shifts in pharma’s priorities to revealing the power of metabolic health in transforming athletic performance, you will enjoy these insights and real-life experiences. See how James overcame metabolic […]
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In this podcast snippet Dr. Diane Cridennda and I shed light on the less-discussed consequences of diets that are high in concentrated carbohydrates. You can view the full podcast here. As public health battles with rising rates of obesity, diabetes, and a slew of metabolic disorders, we delve into the science behind carbs and their […]
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In this presentation we delve deep into the debate between the high carbohydrate performance group and the Keto/Low carb group, aiming to find a balance between performance and health without entirely ditching carbs.Points coveredThe Sugar Conundrum: To illustrate the problem in a visually impactful way, we purchased 150 pounds of sugar. This is the equivalent […]
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In this podcast clip with Peter Mortimer after his 200+ mile Spine race (where he placed 2nd Overall), we discuss the transformative power of diet, particularly focusing on the role of meat, collagen, and overall gut health as all this relates to physical well-being and athletic performance.1. Personalized Nutritional Approaches:There is no ‘one-size-fits-all’ diet. Individuals, […]
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In this podcast clip with Triathlete Diane Cridennda, we discuss dietary strategies and their impacts on athletic performance. While many swear by either the ketogenic diet or high carb diet, their limitations for performance and overall health deserve a closer look.Understanding the Keto LimitationsThe ketogenic (or keto) diet has gained traction among fitness enthusiasts due […]
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Recently, there was an article on a recent Kerfuffle in Triathlon between IronMan GOAT, Mark Allen, and former ITU World Champion, Tim Don, over a training modality called “The Norwegian Method”. I had a deeper look into this methodology as well as the ongoing debate between Mark Allen and Tim Don regarding training and recovery, […]
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In this segment, we continue our discussion with Diane, an experienced athlete with a deep understanding of the impacts of diet on performance and overall health. From the joys of smelling the flowers and post-race shopping to the intricacies of achieving metabolic health, this episode has it all.Our Guest:Diane Credenda, a triathlete specializing in the […]
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In this podcast clip with elite ultrarunner, Bree Lambert Sanders, we discuss the effectiveness of Vespa with other products like gels and energy bars. Key points discussed are:The Important Role of Vespa: Vespa is not a replacement for all external energy but acts as a metabolic catalyst to tap into your limitless onboard energy stored […]
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If you are an endurance athlete, you know fueling is one of the biggest challenges and that the success or failure in your sport can literally hinge upon getting enough calories. We are told by the ‘experts’ about our limited glycogen reserves and how this limitation dictates the ingestion of copious amounts of carbohydrates to […]
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In this podcast episode, long-time OFM Athlete, Peter Mortimer, is welcomed as a guest to share his insights . Although not a professional ultrarunner, Peter competes at a high level and has won some big races. His ‘day job’ is a career in orthopedics for a medical device company, assisting and advising surgeons in operations […]
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