Talking points: exercise, stress, science, testosterone, mindset

I think this episode takes the cake for highest amount of information. Dr. Layne Norton is. on. fire. Seriously, dig into this if you’re looking for what REALLY works (hint: it’s probably not going to be the fun option). We cover everything on managing stress, testosterone, and the right mindset to bring it all home.

(00:00:00) - What got Layne started, and how wildly effective exercise can be

(00:07:59) - Layne on managing stress

(00:14:42) - On finding and prioritizing real friendships, and your responsibility in managing stress

(00:24:20) - What happens when you’re stressed, and why stress isn’t automatically bad

(00:35:22) - Layne’s own experience of how important it is to process bad experiences, and the effect of stress on testosterone

(00:43:37) - Taking responsibility, why it’s worth trusting the science, and owning what you CAN control

(00:55:53) - Layne on TRT and what will actually boost testosterone

(01:03:44) - Tactical practical things to boost your workouts

(01:10:44) - What to do if you’re already pretty lean

Dr. Layne Norton hold a Ph.D. in Nutritional Sciences and a BS in Biochemistry. Both with honors. He provides science-backed, ethical coaching, and is the founder of BioLayne and co-founder of Carbon Diet Coach, Outwork Nutrition, and Physique Coaching Academy. He fuses evidence-based nutrition and training with what will practically work for you individually.

He also hosts the Biolayne Podcast, interviewing experts and influencers on topics related to fitness and nutrition. As a competitive bodybuilder, Layne has won multiple titles in natural bodybuilding and powerlifting, including the IPF 93 kg world record for squat.

Connect with Layne

-Website: https://biolayne.com/

-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/biolayne/

-YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqMBA83S0TnfTlTeE5j1mgQ

-Carbon Diet Coach: https://www.joincarbon.com/

-Physique Coaching Academy: https://cleanhealth.edu.au/product/online-courses/physique-coaching-academy-certification/

-Outwork Nutrition: https://outworknutrition.com/

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