Grant Tinsley

Dr. Grant Tinsley, a kinesiology and exercise nutrition professor at Texas Tech, shares his insights on body composition assessment and tracking. He delves into the pros and cons of DEXA scans, emphasizing the importance of various measurement methods beyond just weight. The discussion highlights the physiological limits of body fat levels and the unique challenges women face during body composition tracking. Tinsley also explores the exciting future of AI in enhancing assessment accuracy, paving the way for better health monitoring.

In this engaging conversation, Dr. Grant Tinsley, an Associate Professor at Texas Tech University and a body composition expert, discusses the impact of tirzepatide, a leading weight loss medication, on muscle loss. He clarifies the differences between fat-free mass, lean mass, and muscle, emphasizing the importance of precise language in the field. Tinsley also examines how DEXA scans can motivate weight training, strategies to preserve muscle while using tirzepatide, and the need for a holistic approach to muscle growth through nutrition and exercise.

Dr. Grant Tinsley, researcher in body composition and leader of the Texas Tech University body composition lab, joins Iron Culture to discuss the nuances of body composition testing. Topics include bioelectrical impedance for physique sport peaking, DEXA and the six-compartment model, errors in body composition assessment, metabolism measurement and adaptation, and the future of body composition testing.