
Tim Noakes
Professor of Exercise and Sports Science. Known for his research on the central governor theory and low-carbohydrate, high-fat diets.
Top 3 podcasts with Tim Noakes
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Jun 6, 2025 • 1h 26min
Desolving the Fat Mystery – Are Carbs History? - With Dr Phil Maffetone, Prof Tim Noakes & Prof Paul Laursen
Join experts Tim Noakes, a sports science pioneer, and Phil Maffetone, a doctor focusing on heart rate training, as they challenge conventional carb-centric dieting for athletes. They discuss how fat oxidation fuels endurance when carbs deplete. Dive into the critical role of the brain in setting limits and the dangers of insulin and sugar addiction in modern diets. Unpack the shifting understanding of nutritional needs, emphasizing that low-carb, high-fat diets could redefine athletic performance and health.

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Jul 1, 2024 • 1h 11min
Episode 222: Athletes Perform BETTER On ZERO Carbs! | Professor Tim Noakes
Professor Tim Noakes, a scientist known for supporting a low-carb, high-fat diet, discusses debunking carb necessity for athletes, advantages of keto adaptation, rise of low-carb diets in athletics, impact of high-carb diets on inflammation, and benefits of low-carb diets for athletes. He also explores critical thinking in education and healthcare.

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Jul 18, 2025 • 1h 10min
Top Episode Replay: CARBS, FATS, SALTS & BRAINS - with Professor Tim Noakes and Paul Laursen
Join Tim Noakes, a leading Professor of Exercise and Sports Science known for his pioneering research, and Paul Laursen as they dive deep into the complexities of endurance nutrition. They discuss the minimal carbs necessary for peak performance and how excessive carb intake may hinder liver glucose production. The duo challenges conventional wisdom, emphasizing the importance of the brain in athletic performance and exploring the fat adaptation debate. They also tackle the controversial role of salt in sports nutrition, advocating for a balanced approach to fueling athletes.