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Building Muscle, Deer Antler Velvet, Elevated Liver Enzymes | THRR197

Oct 26, 2024
The hosts dive into the challenges of maintaining muscle mass without weight training, exploring alternatives like hiking and rucking. They tackle the complexities of elevated liver enzymes and cholesterol in relation to diet. A humorous discussion about unconventional fly traps and beekeeping mishaps adds levity. The efficacy of deer antler velvet as a supplement is scrutinized, emphasizing the importance of diet, sleep, and stress management for overall health. Political dynamics and leadership are also provocatively examined.
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ANECDOTE

Fly Trap Fiasco With The Dog

  • Robb and Nicki described a dog rolling in a punctured fly-trap filled with cadaverine and coming inside smelling like a dead body.
  • Nicki had such a strong gag reflex they had to bathe the dog immediately.
ADVICE

Choose Activities You’ll Actually Do

  • Robb advises doing the physical activities you love because consistency matters more than modality for preserving muscle with age.
  • He notes strength training extends healthspan and allows better performance in other activities.
INSIGHT

Incremental Overload Drives Long-Term Function

  • Incremental overload is the key strength-training advantage because it lets you target all muscle groups and progress measurably.
  • Robb connects this to better preserved function and healthspan in older adults.
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