Join me, Dr. Mike T Nelson, on today's episode of the Flex Diet Podcast with coach Joel Jamieson. Joel shares insights from his journey with the Omega wave system and discusses his creation of the Morpheus app. You'll learn how HRV can be used to optimize training, especially in conjunction with aerobic fitness. This episode explores the role of st…

What are the biggest differences between the private sector and professional sports? How do move seamlessly across sports with vastly different training cultures? And can you cheer for the Yankees when you work for the Red Sox? If you’ve ever pondered these questions before, then you’re going to LOVE today’s episode with Miguel Aragoncillo! Miguel …

Join me, Dr Mike T Nelson, on this week's episode of the Flex Diet Podcast as Dr. Catrina Fabian and I delve into comprehensive pelvic floor health. We discuss pelvic floor dysfunction, postpartum recovery, neuromuscular control, and the importance of functional muscle assessments. Our discussion covers key topics like visceral massage, fascial con…

Join me, Dr. Mike T Nelson, on the Flex Diet Podcast as Dr. David Church and I delve into anabolic strategies, nutrition, and fitness. This episode covers various topics, including exercise, protein, essential amino acids, and balancing hypertrophy with performance training. Get insights on lifting techniques, injury prevention, recovery strategies…

What can I even say about this episode? If you want to be a more successful trainer or fitness business owner, then this is the show for you. With close to 50 years of combined knowledge, Andy and Luka are not only two of my best friends, but guys that have worked tirelessly to not be great coaches and amazing business owners as well. So whether yo…

Phys Flex Cert full details below https://miketnelsons.samcart.com/products/physiologic-flexibility-certification-oct-2024/ Here today I also explores the balance between eustress and distress in physical training and recovery, emphasizing effective stress management for optimal performance. This includes insights on heat adaptation strategies, inc…

The last couple of weeks have been, “busy,” to say the least. I flew out to Seattle last Wednesday at 7 am, in an effort to get there and spend time with Luka and Joel before the seminar started on Thursday. (Plus, I worked every second of the way in an effort to get a few key items done…more on this at a later date). Spoke and listened to the othe…

Join me, Dr. Mike T. Nelson, on the Flex Diet Podcast this week with Dr. Jonathan Chung, an expert in chiropractic neurology and upper cervical care, to explore the intricate world of breathwork. This episode dives deep into the neurology of breathing, heart rate variability (HRV), and recovery techniques. Learn about various breathing practices, i…

Join me, Dr. Mike T. Nelson, on this episode of the Flex Diet Podcast as I introduce the Physiologic Flexibility Certification, a comprehensive course designed to enhance recovery and resilience. I summarize the 4 pillars of the course: temperature regulation, pH balance, energy sources and breathing. I also discuss the importance of integrating th…

What happens when common sense fails us? Or maybe doesn’t tell us the whole story? Let me give you an example… I would assume if an athlete went out and played their most intense soccer match EVER, that they’d be more fatigued, which would increase their risk of injury, and/or would have poor force plate jumps after that match. And while that absol…

I’m going to be really honest here…writing the intro for this podcast was REALLY HARD. After all, what do you focus on when the ENTIRE SHOW is so freaking good? Whether it’s talking about training autonomy, N=1 training, the art of performance management, different archetypes and training buckets, or the role of pure strength and force development …

In this episode of the Flex Diet Podcast, I'm joined by Dr. Katie Hirsch, an assistant professor at the University of South Carolina. We delve into the potential differences between how men and women should approach exercise and nutrition. Dr. Hirsch shares her extensive research on protein synthesis, metabolic flexibility, and the effects of hormo…

Imagine this scenario…you’re watching a sporting event, and an athlete gets injured. Maybe it’s something minor like a sprained ankle, or maybe something more severe like a hamstring pull or ACL tear. Have you ever wondered, what does the medical staff do right then? And how does that initial 24-48 hours set up the entire return to play process goi…

Join me, Dr. Mike T Nelson, on this Flex Diet Podcast as I sit down with Austin Stout to discuss the balance between performance and health, especially in high-level competitive athletes, powerlifters, and bodybuilders. We delve into the importance of integrating health into performance routines, the ramifications of frequent competitions, and stra…

If you’re interested in training basketball players, evolving their workouts as they age, or learning how to create a CULTURE of training in the basketball space, you’re going to love this week’s episode. Born and raised in SoCal, Victoria Saucedo played softball at Utah State where she received a Bachelors degree in Human Movement Science. From th…

Welcome back to the Flex Diet Podcast. I'm your host, Dr. Mike T Nelson. In this episode, Dr. Mike Lane, Associate Professor at EKU, and I explore the science and practice of progressive overload and training modulation. We discuss strategies for enhancing muscle performance and body composition, emphasize the importance of consistent training, and…

If you want to live a longer, healthier life, you’re going to LOVE today’s episode! Joel Jamieson is not only a great friend, but someone that has really started to make a mark in the longevity space. He was recently featured on Dr. Peter Attia’s podcast where they took a deep dive into everything HRV. But you may know him as a trusted expert in st…

Join me, Dr. Mike T. Nelson, on this episode of the Flex Diet Podcast as I dive deep into the world of sleep enhancement and stress reduction with Dr. Dan Cohen from Soltec Health. We discuss the company's innovative magnetic device designed to improve sleep quality and reduce stress. Dr. Cohen explains the science behind how Earth's magnetic field…

You ever have that old friend that – whether it’s been 5 months or 5 years – whenever you talk it just feels easy and natural? Well I definitely have a few of them, and one of those guys is Jay DeMayo. And if you’re interested in jump training and how to help your athletes jump higher, you’re going to love this week’s episode! Jay is in his 22nd ye…

Sam's background Metabolic testing What's the purpose? What's the benefit of having the information? What health markers should we pay attention to? Calorie tracking Weight measurements What tests are useful Interpreting results Fasting insulin vs. C Peptide Thoughts on testosterone levels Other tests Sam uses What happens when things don't add up?…

As strength or performance coaches, it’s easy to focus all of our energy on training. Because sure we want to help our athletes get bigger, faster and stronger – but what if they’re doing all the hard work in in the gym, yet not taking care of business in the kitchen? Kobe was famous for saying that NUTRITION was the last arrow in his quiver – the …

It's just me, Dr. Mike T Nelson, on today's episode of the Flex Diet Podcast. I share some updates and reflections from my coaching and training journey. I also recount my experience at the Coach Catalyst Super Coach Meeting Summit, a fantastic event that blended presentations on training, business, and mindset and offered a great opportunity to co…

Okay my friend – we’re BACK! It’s been a hot minute since we did a Q&A episode (almost a year, if you’re keeping track), so I knew it was time to make this happen. I absolutely love doing these episodes, because any time I can serve YOU, it makes me feel good on the inside Here we cover a range of topics here from training to business development, …

Join me, Dr Mike T Nelson, on the Flex Diet Podcast as I flip the script and have my good friend and client, Dan Churchwell, take over the reins to interview me about his incredible weight loss journey. Listen in as Dan shares his background, growing up active in the Black Hills of South Dakota, and his struggle with weight gain from puberty despit…

If you want to grow your fitness business, or dream of someday opening your own gym, then THIS is the podcast for you. Vince Gabriele is the author of 11 books – all written to help gym owners grow their business. After running his New Jersey gym for 13 years (that he still owns today) he now helps gym owners become great business owners so they ca…

Join me, Dr Mike T Nelson, on the Flex Diet Podcast for an engaging "Ask Me Anything" session where I address a wide range of listener questions accumulated over recent months. Listen in as I recount my visits to Dr. Jeremy Schmoe, a functional neurologist, to address my unique visual processing challenge. I share insights on intermittent fasting a…

In this day and age, how do you find ways to truly “stand out” as a strength and conditioning or performance coach? Why is it important to understand the game, and then work backwards when designing a training program? And how do you know when what started off as “good” adaptations have actually started to NEGATIVELY IMPACT your athletes? If you’ve…

Join me, Dr Mike T Nelson, on the Flex Diet Podcast as I explore the pros and cons of GLP-1 agonists like Wagovi and Ozempic with Dr. Chris Morrissey, a fitness professional and general surgeon. Dr. Morrissey shares his unique insights on the benefits and potential risks of these medications, along with his top recommendations for optimizing result…

If you’ve ever followed an NBA season, you might think that once the regular season or playoffs are over, that the performance coaches get to take a 2, 3 or even 4 month break before getting back into that pre-season grind. But unfortunately, that’s just not the case. In fact, in most cases once the season is done, a whole new set of responsibiliti…

Today's Flex Diet Podcast Episode is a re-broadcast of a great conversation I had with Dr. Ryan Greene and Dr. Andy Galpin about peptides for performance and recovery, who can use them, how they're regulated, and more. Check it out! Sponsors: Tecton Life Ketone drink! https://tectonlife.com/ DRMIKE to save 20% Dr. Mike's Fitness Insider Newsletter:…

Football and rugby may be two of the most violent – and exciting – sports on the planet today. So how do you go about preparing young athletes for these sports? How do you get them prepared for the physical nature and brutality they’ll be exposed to on the field? And how can you make sure that the best overall athletes stay in the game long enough …

Join me, Dr. Mike T Nelson, on the Flex Diet Podcast as I explore the world of aerobic conditioning for combat athletes with Strength Coach James Tognarini from Frontline Conditioning. We'll uncover various conditioning protocols tailored for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) and mixed martial arts (MMA) athletes, sharing specific interval setups and princ…

What is life REALLY like in the NBA? What are the pros and cons of being in that space? And if you ever leave, what’s it like transitioning into the private training space? If you’ve ever wondered about any of these questions, today’s guest is uniquely qualified to answer all of them! Mike Irr is the owner of Alpha Athletic Development, a private t…

Join me, Dr Mike T Nelson, on the Flex Diet Podcast for an interesting conversation with PhD candidate Nathan Serrano about his groundbreaking review study published in the American Journal of Physiology, Endocrinology, and Metabolism. We explore the intricate ways muscle fiber types, specifically slow-twitch and fast-twitch fibers, impact metaboli…