The Mayn Idea Podcast #114: Dr. Matteo Capodaglio - Sports Nutrition: MMA vs. BJJ, Fueling Pro Fighters, and Why Carbs Rule
Dec 12, 2023
Dr. Matteo Capodaglio, a Sports Nutritionist and Doctor of Pharmacy, discusses nutrition for combat sport athletes like Marvin Vettori, Dante Leon, and Arman Tsarukyan. They cover topics such as European vs. American nutrition, energy balance, nutrition for jiu-jitsu, weight cuts, sociocultural views on nutrition, and the best supplements for MMA and BJJ. The podcast also delves into the speaker's personal journey into the world of MMA and the role of supplements in sports performance. Plus, they have a fun conversation about the best pasta shape.
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Unexpected Beginning
- Dr. Capodaglio's connection with Marvin Vettori began unexpectedly in 2013.
- While blogging at an MMA event, he noticed a young, overlooked Vettori and offered nutritional guidance.
Early MMA Nutrition
- Early MMA nutrition focused on old-school weight cuts and lacked carbohydrates understanding.
- Dr. Capodaglio's initial work with Vettori addressed these areas.
Europe vs. US
- European food portions are generally smaller than American ones, and lifestyles are more active.
- This contributes to different caloric intake and expenditure patterns.