Siim Land Podcast #431 The Second Most Important Muscle In Your Body and How to Train It - Marc Hamilton PhD
Dec 13, 2024
Marc Hamilton, a biology and biochemistry professor at the University of Houston, discusses the often-overlooked soleus muscle and its crucial role in glucose metabolism. He reveals insights from his research on the energy-efficient properties of the soleus and how it affects overall health. Listen in as he introduces the soleus push-up, a unique exercise designed to engage this muscle effectively. Marc highlights the importance of continual movement to combat sedentary lifestyles and offers tips for maximizing metabolic function through simple exercises.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Unlocking the Soleus Muscle
02:01 • 7min
Muscle Metabolism and Its Impact on Health
09:18 • 5min
The Unsung Hero: The Soleus Muscle
14:02 • 30min
Exploring Fatigue and Metabolism through Solace Push-Ups
44:31 • 5min
Maximizing Movement for Health
49:53 • 21min
Revolutionizing Health: The Impact of Simple Exercises
01:11:21 • 5min