Elite Amateur Triathlete, Colin Cook joins Peter Defty to explore the nuanced role of exogenous ketones, the foundational power of Vespa, and the cognitive edge that fat adaptation provides in endurance sports. This formula worked to power Colin to win the Amateur Race at the 2024 Lake Placid IronMan.and not just his age group.
Key Takeaways:
Strategic Ketone Use: Colin shares his experimentation with exogenous ketones, emphasizing their use in the days leading up to races and during events for sleep and cognition rather than as a primary energy source.
Vespa's Impact: Highlighting the significance of Vespa, Colin notes its substantial role in enhancing his performance, particularly when combined with fat-adapted protocols.
Cognitive Stability: Peter discusses how microdosing ketones can support brain function during races, aiding in mental clarity, coordination and decision-making without significantly impacting muscular energy.
Risks of Overuse: The conversation cautions against excessive ketone consumption, which can signal the liver to reduce its own ketone and glucose production, potentially leading to energy deficits.
Mental Fortitude: Both Colin and Peter emphasize the important benefit of mental resilience that fat adaptation provides. This includes stable blood sugar and a "quiet confidence" that empowers athletes to push through the challenges faced in training and competition..
🔁 In Summary
Colin's winning results using VESPA, OFM and microdosing of exogenous ketones provide a much healthier alternative fueling strategies for endurance sports over the current hyper high carb fad. While exogenous ketones are the ‘icing on the cake’ for optimal cognitive performance in the same way that “Strategic Carbohydrates” are for physical performance, it is YOUR Foundational Physiology, supported by VESPA, that should drive your performance in every aspect of Life!
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