MASS Office Hours Episode 55 (Brain Benefits of Exercise + Q&A)

Sep 29, 2024

Dr. Eric Trexler, an exercise science professional, shares his journey of recovery after surgery. Dr. Mike Zourdos, a cognitive benefits expert, discusses his upcoming research linking aerobic exercise to improved memory. They explore the positive effects of both aerobic and resistance training on cognitive function and health. Other intriguing topics include nutrition timing for workouts, the impact of dietary choices on appetite, and the relationship between running and recovery. Listeners are treated to insightful Q&As on training methods and muscle building strategies.

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Intro

00:00 • 2min

Analyzing College Football Standings and Predictions

02:11 • 3min

College Football Insights and Promotional Highlights

05:40 • 3min

The Power of Exercise on Memory and Health

09:03 • 28min

Timing Nutrition for Optimal Performance

37:29 • 9min

Dietary Choices and Health Insights

46:00 • 21min

Balancing Act: Running and Recovery

01:07:10 • 19min

This episode of "Office Hours Live" features Dr. Eric Trexler and guest Dr. Mike Zourdos discussing a wide range of topics in exercise science and nutrition. The show begins with a little college football talk before diving into more scientific content. Dr. Zourdos previews his upcoming article on exercise and memory, highlighting the cognitive benefits of aerobic exercise and potential effects of resistance training. Dr. Trexler shares his personal experience with recent surgery and recovery. The hosts cover various topics including protein intake recommendations for muscle building, rep ranges for endurance athletes, and the neurophysiology of appetite regulation. They also discuss recent developments in weight loss medications. Throughout the episode, they engage in a Q&A session, addressing audience questions on subjects such as fat timing in diets, two-a-day workouts, rest times between sets, and combining running with resistance training. The show concludes with a discussion on powerlifting programming, specifically whether squats count towards deadlift volume.

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Time stamps:

0:00 - Intro.

0:04 - Discussion about college football.

8:53 - Dr. Zourdos discusses his upcoming article in MASS about exercise and memory.

25:05 - Dr. Trexler shares details about his recent surgery and recovery process.

33:14 - Discussion on protein intake for muscle building, including recommendations for omnivores and vegans.

37:43 - Advice on rep ranges for endurance athletes doing resistance training.

39:33 - Q&A session covering topics such as fat timing in diets, two-a-day workouts, and lengthened partial repetitions.

45:35 - Discussion on hunger regulation, neurophysiology of appetite, and recent developments in weight loss medications.

57:35 - More Q&A, including topics on combining running and resistance training, rest times between sets, and protein intake for muscle building.

1:08:36 - Final question about whether squats count as deadlift volume in powerlifting programming, followed by closing remarks.