"It's not willpower. It's wiring."Peter teams up with behavioral science expert Amy Bukszpan to crack open the psychological science behind human behavior when combined with Human physiology around
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Low Energy Availability: It’s Not What You Think!
We’re hearing a lot about “low energy availability” these days. The standard advice? Eat more. Eat more often. And always load up on carbs. But what if that
Fuel Smart: Reduce Sugar Intake to Boost Performance and Health
In This VideoIn this video Peter Defty challenges the escalating carbohydrate consumption trends among athletes by highlighting six facts which are lost in the hype on high carbohydrate
Winning Metabolic Performance for Endurance with Colin Cook
IntroductionIn this engaging discussion, Peter Defty and elite endurance athlete Colin Cook break down the nuances of metabolic performance including the strategic use of carbohydrates in high-performance racing.
Breaking Free from the Carbohydrate Trap: The Future of Sports Nutrition is OFM
IntroductionIf you are an athlete new to OFM, this vlog is an eye-opener. Peter Defty and Phil Maffetone explore the very real and eventual negative consequences of excess
Why OFM and Vespa Are Game-Changers for Endurance Athletes: Insights from John Rutherford
Episode SummaryJohn shares how OFM has allowed him to maintain peak performance and significantly improved his recovery, particularly during high-volume training and intense efforts. The conversation dives into
Prevent or Reverse GI Distress by Nourishing Your GI Tract & Biome
This podcast clip dives into the challenges of gastrointestinal (GI) distress commonly faced by endurance athletes following a high carbohydrate/calorie fueling strategy. The conversation revolves around fueling in
The Art of Balance: Using Movement and Breath To Reduce Stress
Tina Hein shares her transformative journey beyond the dietary component of OFM by delving into stress management, biomechanics and breathing with host, Peter Defty. Tina reveals how “something
Exploring the Connection Between Metabolic Health and Mental Health
In this insightful snippet, Dr. William Sauve likens the intricate balance of GABA (Gamma-aminobutyric acid) and glutamate in the brain, as neurological "brake" and "gas” pedals. This happens
Athletic Nutrition – The Role of Collagen, Organ Meat and Protein in Your Gut Health
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