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How Many Calories Do We Actually Burn: A Conversation with Hari Mix from Calorify

Aug 21, 2023
Hari Mix, CEO of Calorify and a former Stanford runner, shares his expertise on metabolism and athletic performance. He discusses an innovative at-home metabolic test that measures calorie burn using 'doubly labeled water.' Chad, a podcast listener and participant in the test, shares surprises about his own caloric output. They emphasize the importance of understanding individual metabolic rates for optimizing nutrition and training strategies, debunk common misconceptions, and highlight the benefits of tailored dietary approaches for lasting athletic success.
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Quick takeaways

  • Metabolism plays a crucial yet often overlooked role in athletic injuries, indicating that unresolved metabolic issues can affect performance and health.
  • The CALORIFY at-home metabolic analysis provides athletes with a precise understanding of caloric needs and energy expenditure through innovative testing methods.

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Metabolism vs. Biomechanics

The discussion emphasizes the underestimated role of metabolism in running injuries. It highlights how many athletes tend to overlook metabolic factors, attributing injuries solely to biomechanics like foot strike or mileage. Some athletes, despite being top performers in high-school competitions, face chronic injuries at the collegiate level, which could suggest underlying metabolic issues. This realization encourages a broader understanding of injury susceptibility, indicating that those with higher metabolic demands may be more prone to injuries.

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