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EP 295 — Dr. Mike DeBord: Blood Flow Restriction Training

Spirit Gym with Paul Chek

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Optimizing Training Efficiency and Recovery through BFR and Cold Therapies

The chapter explores the significance of feeling a buzz, not pain, during Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) training to indicate successful sessions. It delves into balancing intense workouts with work schedules by focusing on shorter, more intense exercises, emphasizing the impact of cortisol levels on growth hormone production and recovery. Additionally, the chapter discusses the importance of nutrient timing post-exercise for muscle glycogen replenishment and hormone activity, drawing insights from a case study involving knee pain and damaged cartilage recovery through BFR training.

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