Best Muscle Layman Podcasts (2024)

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[Amino Acids] Leucine’s Role in Muscle and Metabolism w/ Dr. Donald Layman, Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Coach Travis Mash #761 52:00

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Dr. Donald Layman is Professor Emeritus in the Department of Food Science & Human Nutrition at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and a Fellow of the American Society for Nutrition. Dr. Layman served on the faculty at the University of Illinois from 1977 – 2012. Dr. Layman has been a leader in research about protein, nutrition for athle…

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Physiology Friday: [THYROID] Function, Dysfunction, Brain Chemistry, and Autoimmunity w/ Anders Varner, Doug Larson, Travis Mash and Dan Garner Barbell Shrugged 43:51

1h ago43:51

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In today’s episode of Barbell Shrugged: The Thyroid’s impact on weight gain What is the function of the thyroid What causes thyroid dysfunction The relationship between hypothalamus, pituitary gland, and thyroid Thyroids role in autoimmune diseases like Hashimoto’s and Grave’s disease How gut health affects the thyroid How Vitamin A regulates the t…

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# 438 - Is gut bacteria to blame for your weightgain ? -Dr Leo Galland 31:34

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Link to Dr Galland's books : https://amzn.to/4dKq2AyIn this episode I speak with Dr Leo Galland, an internationally recognised world leader in integrated medicine and a founder of functional medicine. We explore the importance of gut bacteria to our overall health.I ask what leaky gut is and why it is a significant condition.Discover why diet is so…

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# 437 - Is red light therapy a health miracle ? 26:00

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Today we look at the fascinating medical treatment that is red light therapy. I speak Bryan Gohl founder of Red Light Rising a company specialising in Red light therapy.What is red light therapy and what conditions can it be used to treat.Find out how red light therapy affects the mitochondria in the cell and why this is signifcant. We hear it is p…

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Physiology Friday: [LIBIDO] The Biochemistry of Improving Your Sex Drive w/ Anders Varner, Doug Larson, Travis Mash and Dan Garner Barbell Shrugged 56:01

7d ago56:01

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In today’s episode of Barbell Shrugged you will learn: The internal mechanisms that create your sex drive. How psychological, hormonal, and functional dysfunction impacts sex drive. The biochemistry of boners The nervous system’s response to sexual arousal The psychology of porn addiction Supplementation that can improve your sex drive Impacts of c…

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# 436 - How fast can you clean your arteries ? Dr Ronald Krauss 32:42

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Heart heath and cholesterol in particular has caused much confusion in recent years, today I hope to dispel some of that confusion as I speak with Dr Ronald Krauss a medical research professor and advocate of a low carb diet. We hear why LDL is not a perfect measure of cardiovascular ill- health, why well because LDL particles come in different siz…

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[Parker University] Higher Education for Human Performance: w/ Dr. William Morgan, Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Coach Travis Mash #760 1:08:10

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Chiropractor to Congress, Supreme Court, and the White House, Parker University’s Seventh President, Active Texas Chiropractic Association Member, and proud Texan Dr. Morgan has a long history of serving in military healthcare. At age 17, he joined the Navy and served with a Marine Recon company as a special operations technician hospital corpsman.…

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# 435 - This is why 93% of people are unhealthy - Dr Mark Cucuzella 27:04

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Dr Mark's book : Run for your life : https://amzn.to/3WSiZjOIn this episode, I talk with Dr Mark Cucuzella, he is a doctor and author of the book Run for your life. He's also a man who knows much about diet and exercise having run 100 marathons.He tells me why so many of us are metabolically sick today.He explains why he recommends a low carb diet …

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Physiology Friday: [NUTRITION 101] The Exact Calories, Macros, and Micronutrients to Fuel Performance and Optimize Health w/ Anders Varner, Doug Larson, Travis Mash and Dan Garner Barbell Shrugged 47:50

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In today’s episode of Barbell Shrugged you will learn: How to determine total calories for your goals Why maintenance calories are important for body composition and health Why calories determine the size of your body Understanding energy balance and finding your activity multiplier How to properly increase and decrease your caloric intake to reach…

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# 434 - Low carb diets help FIGHT cancer tumour growth - Oncologist Dr Christy Kesslering 45:23

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I speak with radiation oncologist Dr Christy Kesslering, who has many years experience treating patients in particular those with cancer. Dr Kesslering believes we should focus more closely on our metabolic health if we are to tackle chronic diseases, indeed she has seen many patients achieve incredible improvements in their conditions through alte…

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Why Your Physiology Loves Going Back to the Basics w/ Sam Miller, Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Coach Travis Mash #759 55:01

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Sam Miller is an Amazon Best-Selling Author and has more than 15 years of experience as a health, fitness, and nutrition coach. A popular online educator, podcast host, and mentor, he consistently offers simple, strategic methods for transformation and translates complex concepts into leverage for any health and fitness goal. His workshops, classes…

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# 433 - Build muscle, lose weight through prioritising protein - Dr Ted Naiman 42:22

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Dr Naiman's book : https://amzn.to/4dvrTJm In this episode I speak with doctor and author of The PE diet, Dr Ted Naiman. While we already know that protein consumption is important for our health Dr Naiman emphasises the importance of the proportion or ratio of protein to energy in our diets. If we get that ratio incorrect the beneficial impact of …

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Physiology Friday: [TRT] Natural Testosterone Support Without the Shots, Pellets, Creams, and Gels w/ Anders Varner, Doug Larson, Travis Mash and Dan Garner Barbell Shrugged 51:51

11d ago51:51

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In today’s episode of Barbell Shrugged you will learn: When is the right time to talk to your doctor about TRT Why lower testosterone can be a good thing When is TRT the right decision DHEA and additional androgenic options Recommended dosing if you want to take TRT How gut health affects testosterone efficiency How environmental pollutants and tox…

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# 432 - Fructose is causing the obesity crisis - Dr Richard Johnson 40:10

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Book : Nature wants us to be fat : https://amzn.to/3YsyMHmWhile sugar is recognised as a key driver of disease across the world, the emphasis has often been on glucose, in todays episode I speak with Dr Richard Johnson on the role of another form of sugar, fructose.We hear how fructose historically played a key role in helping animals prepare for a…

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[PED's] In Defense of Doping w/ Dr. Alexander Hutchinson, Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Coach Travis Mash #758 51:29

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Dr. Alexander Hutchison, a prominent figure in fitness and wellness based in Dallas, Texas, stands at the forefront of discussions surrounding doping in sports with the release of his third book, "In Defense of Doping: Reassessing the Level Playing Field." Through this groundbreaking work, Dr. Hutchison offers a thought-provoking reassessment of co…

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# 431 - Lowering carb intake is vital for your health - Dr Caryn Zinn 53:30

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Dr Zinn's book : What the fat ! - https://amzn.to/4bXnRs5 Today I'm joined by dietitian, author and researcher Dr Caryn Zinn, we discuss how much in terms of carbohydrates should we be eating per day so as to remain healthy and not fall victim to insulin resistance. We explore Dr Zinn's view that recommended daily allowances for protein intake are …

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Physiology Friday: [ENERGY] Why You Do Not Have It and How to Get Tons of It w/ Anders Varner, Doug Larson, Travis Mash and Dan Garner Barbell Shrugged 53:59

18d ago53:59

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In today’s episode of Barbell Shrugged you will learn: Why stimulants and coffee will not solve your energy problems Pros and Cons of “smart” drugs How small efforts of exercise can significantly improve your energy Why exercise is important for energy as you age How morning walks can optimize circadian rhythm and improve energy Melatonin's role in…

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# 430 - How much protein do you really need ? - Dr Don Layman 53:49

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In todays episode I speak with world renowned expert in all things protein, Dr Donald Layman. We hear exactly how much protein you need to ingest daily.Is it true that you need to consume protein within 30 minutes of exercise? We learn why your breakfast should be the highest protein meal of the day. Can vegetarians and vegans easily obtain their p…

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[The Enhanced Games] Redefining Athletic Boundaries w/ Dr. Guillermo Escalante, Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Coach Travis Mash #757 54:21

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Dr. Escalante is currently a Professor of Kinesiology and Assistant Dean for the College of Natural Sciences at California State University, San Bernardino. He is a scholar in the areas of exercise science, sports nutrition, and sports medicine. His research interests include sports nutrition/supplementation, body composition assessment, physique e…

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# 429 - The prescription strength diet thats helping to fight disease - Dr Dominic D'Agostino 57:05

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In this episode I speak with Dr Dominic D'Agostino an associate professor at the Univesrity of South Florida. He's a cancer research scientist, author, podcast host and CEO of KetoSwiss. We talk about the difference between keto diet and the therapeutic keto approach. Why does Dr D'Agostino call keto a presctription strength diet, plus we hear the …

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Physiology Friday: [Testosterone + Gut Health] How to Avoid TRT by Healing Your Gut w/ Anders Varner, Doug Larson, Travis Mash and Dan Garner Barbell Shrugged 51:34

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In today’s episode of Barbell Shrugged you will learn: Understanding the theory of constraints in your physiology Why doctors use testosterone as a catch all for so many symptoms Why TRT is not the answer to low testosterone in your labs Why alcohol can be detrimental to long term gut health and leaky gut How alcohol affects testosterone Why low te…

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# 428 - Three essential weightloss tips from expert Dr Becky Gellaspy 34:54

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Intermittent fasting diet book : https://amzn.to/3zGmmRA Zero sugar one month : https://amzn.to/3W83wKX Today I talk with Dr Becky Gillaspy who you may know from her youtube channel and her numerous books. We talk belly fat, insulin resistance an inflammation and how they're all linked. What are the three Es that Dr Gillaspy says are vital for weig…

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[HIIT] A Minimalist Approach to Building Muscle and Vo2Max w/ Dr. Martin Gibala, Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Coach Travis Mash #756 49:42

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Dr. Martin Gibala is a professor and the Faculty of Science Research Chair in Integrative Exercise Physiology at McMaster University. His research examines the mechanistic basis of exercise responses and the impacts on health and performance. Dr. Gibala is widely known for his work on high-intensity interval training. He has published over 150 peer…

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# 427 - What can we learn from our ancestors diet ? - Cardiologist Dr Jack Wolfson 34:20

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The Paleo Cardiologist book: https://amzn.to/3S5S9lqDr Jack Wolfson is a cardiologist and author of The Paleo cardiologist. We explore the difference between the paleo diet and lifestyle and the carnivore approach.We hear about Dr Wolfson's Thrival approach to diet, the importance of your behaviours and the impact toxins such as microplastics have …

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Physiology Friday: [Cholesterol] How to Read Bloodwork for Lipids, Triglycerides, and Fatty Acids w/ Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Dan Garner Barbell Shrugged 46:24

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In today’s episode of Barbell Shrugged you will learn: What are lipids What is cholesterol The difference between HDL and LDL cholesterol Why there is no such thing as “good” or “bad” cholesterol What are the bloodwork numbers for optimal cholesterol What is the perfect ratio of HDL and LDL Ratios for Triglycerides to HDL for optimal health Mechani…

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# 426 - Hack your hormones for optimum health- Dr Nicky Keay 33:50

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Book : Hormones health and human potential https://amzn.to/3XGRACf In this episode I speak with Dr Nicky Keay, author of Hormones health and human potential.We find out why hormones are so important to our overall health. How do you naturally increase the production of the vital human growth hormone.We hear about the relationship between our hormon…

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The Mission After: Finding Purpose After Military Service w/ Michael Bledsoe, Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Coach Travis Mash #755 58:21

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As a seasoned entrepreneur with 16 years under his belt, Bledsoe has dedicated my career to guiding others to enjoy physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health. His journey began after serving in the Navy, where I embraced the mission to optimize my own health, relationships and discover a greater purpose. My passion extends beyond profession…

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# 425 - The shocking effects of sugar and how to cut back - Dr Nicole Avena 29:02

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Dr Avena's book, Sugarless : https://amzn.to/3zqw6zkToday I talk with Dr Nicole Avena scientific researcher and author of Sugarless. I ask her why we so many of us are addicted to sugar.What happens in our brains and bodies when we consume sugar and most importantly the steps we can take to wean ourselves off sugar and why its so important that we …

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Physiology Friday: [Recovery] How to Build a Resilient Physiology w/ Anders Varner Doug Larson, and Dan Garner Barbell Shrugged 48:13

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In today’s episode of Barbell Shrugged you will learn: How to define resilience Understanding psychology vs physiological resilience What are the biomarkers of resilience Cortisol wakening response and how it relates to stress response Is balance possible between stress and recovery How much stress can you body handle before physiology begins to br…

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# 424 - The TRUTH about eating EGGS - Prof Walter Willett 35:47

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Eat, drink and be healthy : https://amzn.to/3RU9jlN The fertility diet : https://amzn.to/4bouZxu Eat, drink and weigh less : https://amzn.to/4boP4DX Harvard Prof Walter Willett author of Eat drink and be healthy and one of the most cited research nutrition scientists ever joins me. I ask him about the importance of diet and its impact on our health…

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The Roll of Skill Development for Improving Fitness and Longevity w/ Jordan Syatt, Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Coach Travis Mash #754 50:28

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Elite Powerlifter, Precision Nutrition & Westside Barbell Certified coach, Jordan Syatt is well known as Gary Vaynerchuk's personal trainer. Jordan began Syatt Fitness, his online fitness coaching business, from his dorm at the University of Delaware in 2011 and has become one of the industry's leading experts in strength training, nutrition, and b…

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# 423 - Should you stop eating gluten ? - Dr Alessio Fasano 43:53

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Dr Fasano book : Gluten Freedom : https://amzn.to/3W4IG00 Dr Fasano book : Gut Feelings : https://amzn.to/4cHful9 In this episode I talk to world renowned gastroenterologist and gut expert Dr Alessio Fasano. We talk about the microbiome and whether you should be supplementing with probiotics or not. We hear about the relationship between obesity an…

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Physiology Friday: [Body Transformation] Simple Strategies to Getting Shredded w/ Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Dan Garner Barbell Shrugged 59:14

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In today’s episode of Barbell Shrugged you will learn: Setting goals for physique transformation How long should you plan for a bulk and cut Strategies for building muscle on a bulk How to handle lagging body parts Time frame for cutting weight and getting shredded Being realistic on the amount of fat you truly need to lose Prep cycles for peak wee…

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