In this episode, professional CrossFit athlete, Brent Fikowski, shares his journey from a competitive athlete in volleyball to becoming the world-ranked #3 CrossFit competitor. He discusses the evolution of his training, the importance of listening to his body to prevent injuries, and the crucial roles that nutrition and hormones play in his performance and recovery.  

Brent and Dr. Jaclyn also discuss: 
- The intricate relationship between hormonal changes, stress, and athletic performance 
- Using the DUTCH Test to monitor hormone levels for optimal performance 
- Brent’s personal experience with managing his cortisol levels 
- The significance of lifestyle choices and accountability  
- Brent’s journey with developing a high-performance mindset 

Show Notes:
Follow Brent’s journey on Instagram @fikowski. 

Learn more about cortisol and the DUTCH Test in our episode Understanding Cortisol Curves. 

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