

The #1 Habit for Blood Sugar Control and Insulin Resistance | Bonus
Jul 20, 2025
47:35
Discover the most powerful daily habit for blood sugar control that most people completely overlook.
In this bonus episode, I'm sharing my recent conversation with Ben Tzeel from the Your Diabetes Insider podcast, where we nerd out on the surprising connection between strength training and metabolic health.
Main Takeaways:
- Why resistance training beats cardio for blood sugar control and insulin sensitivity
- The shocking 25-point blood sugar difference from just one week without lifting
- How to overcome gym intimidation and start strength training safely
- The 2-minute movement "snacks" that increase muscle protein synthesis by 47%
- Efficient training protocols that deliver results in 30-45 minutes, 3 days per week
- Why compound movements like squats and deadlifts are metabolic game-changers
Episode Resources:
- Your Diabetes Insider Podcast - Ben Tzeel's show
- Philip's YouTube channel to watch the video on how to stop prediabetes and insulin resistance without cutting carbs
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