Thanks to LMNT for sponsoring this video! Head to https://DrinkLMNT.com/FLO to get your free sample pack with any purchase. Dr. Vrzal, a holistic chiropractor and author of The Headache Advantage, shares how pain—whether it’s headaches, knee pain, or running injuries—can be your body’s way of pointing to deeper imbalances. We explore the connections between nutrition, blood type, and performance, along with insights to become a stronger, healthier and happier athlete.
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CHAPTERS:
- 0:00 - Nutrition, blood type, and performance
- 3:48 - “The Headache Advantage”
- 6:26 - The connection between nutrition, blood type, and running performance
- 9:46 - Understanding of blood types
- 12:41 - How to determine your blood type
- 13:50 - Impact of food on digestion and health by blood types
- 17:39 - A deeper exploration of the blood type diet
- 19:17 - Understanding blood type and nutrition for peak performance
- 22:51 - Metabolic flexibility, training intensity, and diet
- 25:02 - Mastering body awareness in training
- 30:28 - What excites Dr. Vrzal about his work?
- 36:58 - Managing training loads effectively
- 41:56 - Balancing training and personal life
- 44:07 - Post-long-run headaches: The role of electrolytes
- 46:45 - Key headache areas and their causes
- 49:53 - Where to find “The Headache Advantage” book
- 54:06 - Journaling to identify health patterns
- 55:05 - Tips to become a stronger, healthier, and happier athlete
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► Blood Type Diet App - Google - https://play.google.com/store/apps
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