Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth 2489: Try This Walking Protocol to Get Healthy & Lean (Listener Live Coaching)
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Dec 14, 2024 Discover a unique walking protocol aimed at enhancing health and promoting weight management. Delve into the importance of strength training over cardio and how it affects body fat and insulin sensitivity. Explore amusing anecdotes about hidden spaces and the evolution of home gyms with innovative equipment. Hear about the impact of visceral fat on health, including its connection to Alzheimer's. Plus, gain insights on food intolerances, parenting, and the journey from cannabis to fitness for true fulfillment.
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Closet Surprise
- Sal DiStefano recounts a story about a Japanese man who discovered a homeless girl living in his closet for a year.
- The man initially thought he was sleep-eating, highlighting the strangeness of the situation.
Visceral Fat and Alzheimer's
- Visceral body fat has a stronger correlation to Alzheimer's than other types of body fat, likely due to its connection to insulin resistance.
- Some researchers refer to Alzheimer's as "type three diabetes" due to this correlation.
Strength Training for Insulin Sensitivity
- Strength training is more effective for insulin sensitivity than cardio, even short sessions twice a week.
- Building muscle has protective effects and improves insulin sensitivity more efficiently than daily cardio.