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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 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, […]

The Limitations of Keto For Athletes

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 […]

Combining Eastern & Western Medicine for Triathlon Success & Metabolic Health

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 […]

Rethinking Nutrition: Reduce Carbs To Improve Performance

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 […]

The Secrets of Endurance: Embracing Fat Adaptation

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 […]

Running The Spine: Peter Mortimer’s OFM Approach for a Podium Finish in spite of Jet Lag

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 […]

OFM Metabolic Health Tip:  Reducing Stress Through Self Discovery and Healing

The journey to optimizing your fat metabolism involves more than just diet and exercise. One of the big factors we teach in our coaching and courses is managing stress levels. Truth be told, the chronic stressors found in our modern lives impact our health as much as having too much sugar and processed food.In this […]

Don’t Fuel Like a Pro! What You Can Learn from the Tour de France

With the 2023 Tour de France in the history books, Tour de France fueling is trending. Several people have send me various articles specifically on the subject of what a Tour de France rider consumes and, every single one of these articles focuses on the massive amounts of carbohydrates these athletes are consuming to do […]

Unpacking Protein’s Role in Your Digestion and Fat Metabolism

When it comes to optimizing your fat metabolism, the focus often shifts between carbs and fats, while the influence of protein can be overlooked.   The Importance of ProteinIn the OFM protocol, whole food sources of protein are the primary nutritional focus. Foods like whole eggs, fresh cuts of meat, and seafood are recommended for their superior […]

The Athletic Edge: Optimized Fat Metabolism versus Keto & HFLC

In this engaging podcast clip with Jeff Browning, we discuss the numerous benefits of adopting an Optimized Fat Metabolism (OFM) lifestyle. OFM not only aids in maintaining consistent energy levels and weight management, but also promotes cognitive clarity and longevity..Why Just Eating Fat Will Not Make You a Fat BurnerWhen people first come across OFM, […]