One Foot In The Grave - Episode 2708
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Carbs Aren't Required for Muscle — Use Creatine Instead
Vinnie advises against relying on carbohydrates to build muscle, recommends 5g creatine daily, and explains when small in-competition sugar boluses help.
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Episode 2708 - Vinnie Tortorich and Chris Shaffer welcome call-in guests to discuss motivation sparked by one foot in the grave, and pushback from family.
https://vinnietortorich.com/2025/10/one-foot-in-the-grave-episode-2708
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- Vinnie had an experience over X years ago regarding American Girl dolls. (4:00)
- There was a miscommunication, and he had to stay up all night to correct the mistake.
- Vinnie had only suggested making a fitness-themed doll.
- Eric is the first guest caller. (18:00)
- He's lost some weight with NSNG® and has spine issues.
- Eric is looking forward to Vinnie's workout videos that will be released in the NSNG® VIP group.
- They discuss issues Eric has had dealing with cholesterol and his doctor. (30:00)
- The ratio between HDL and Triglycerides is a better indicator of heart health.
- Carbohydrates really don't help you build muscle; 5g of creatine is better. (43:00)
- Some sports or competitions can be fueled with a small sugar trickle because blood glycogen gets used up so quickly.
- Examples would be kickboxing or boxing.
- Scott is the next guest.
- He has lost 325 pounds after starting NSNG® after hearing Vinnie on Mike Rowe's podcast.
- Why does it take people to be told they have one foot in the grave before it sparks change? (48:00)
- Scott's wife has lost over 100 pounds, and his son has lost 90 pounds!
- Scott has reversed COPD and congestive heart failure symptoms. (55:00)
- Hobbies are important to help your mind explore. (1:01:00)
- Scott has had family blowback about his new healthy lifestyle. A family member reported him to Adult Protective Services! (1:04:00)
- He had to go through three months of investigation.
- The accusation was abuse because of the change in eating and daily walks.
- Scott's wife has lowered her A1C and gotten off of insulin. (1:11:00)
- Vinnie shares a story about an NSNG® follower named Robert Stanton. (1:19:00)
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