The Genius Life
352: Tracking Calories for Fat Loss; Environmental Toxins and Hormone Disruption; Red Meat and Type 2 Diabetes | Max Lugavere and Luke Cook
Dec 13, 2023
Luke Cook, actor, comedian, and health science enthusiast, discusses topics such as tracking calories for fat loss, environmental toxins and hormone disruption, and the potential dangers of red meat. They also touch on misconceptions around protein and carbohydrates for muscle growth, the risks of using glyphosate at home, and tips for boosting the immune system during the cold and flu season.
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- Using social media between sets can lead to decreased lifting performance.
- Red meat intake may not significantly impact glycemic and insulinemic risk factors.
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Influence of Social Media on Lifting Performance
Using social media between sets can lead to mental fatigue and decreased lifting performance. Strength-trained men who spent 30 minutes on social media had a 15% lower volume load compared to those who watched a documentary. Taking longer rests in between sets is generally beneficial for recovery and lifting intensity.
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