Sports Science Dudes

Timeline0:41 About Drs. Candow and Forbes2:00 Tony gets tested on Canadian geography – where the heck is Manitoba anyhow?4:15 Why are the 4 of us bald? Too much creatine? Holy shit!9:12 What are the best markers of kidney function vis a vis creatine consumption?12:18 Do we need a higher dose to affect brain function? Hmmm19:18 Multiple small doses throughout the day may decrease net water retention21:37 Responders vs Non-Responders? Tell us the truth!25:23 The Japanese eat the most fish; hence, they consume the most creatine in all likelihood29:34 Why do so many health professionals have an anti-creatine in spite of the evidence?32:45 Data on kids showing that creatine can help with recovery; parents are so hesitant to provide creatine to kids. Seems odd!34:40  Are there sex differences vis a vis creatine’s effects? Are there any differences in young vs older adults?42:20 Total body water goes up in the luteal phase; how does one answer questions related to bloating in women.47:09 What about using creatine during training?49:17 Creatine – is it good for endurance athletes? 55:04 Supplements Drs Forbes and Candow recommend!57:25 What non-science books do the good doctors like to read? Is Scott a total geek or what? Darren has some good recs! Our Special GuestsDarren Candow PhD CSEP-CEP is Professor and Director of the Aging Muscle and Bone Health Laboratory in the Faculty of Kinesiology and Health Studies at the University of Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada. The overall objectives of Dr. Candow’s internationally renowned research program are to develop effective lifestyle interventions involving nutrition (primarily creatine monohydrate) and physical activity (resistance training) which have practical and clinical relevance for improving musculoskeletal aging and reducing the risk of falls and fractures. Dr. Candow has published over 100 peer-refereed journal manuscripts, supervised over 20 MSc and PhD students and received research funding from the Canadian Institutes of Health Research, Canada Foundation for Innovation, the Saskatchewan Health Research Foundation, and the Nutricia Research Foundation. In addition, Dr. Candow serves on the editorial review boards for the Journal of Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition, Nutrients, and Frontiers. Website: Twitter: @darrencandow Instagram: dr.darrencandow Scott Forbes PhD CISSN CEP is an associate professor in the department of Physical Education Studies at Brandon University in Manitoba Canada and an adjunct professor in the faculty of Kinesiology and Health Studies at the University of Regina in Canada. Dr. Forbes is a certified sport nutritionist through the International Society of Sports Nutrition (ISSN), and a clinical exercise physiologist and high-performance specialist through the Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology (CSEP). Dr. Forbes has published over 110 peer-reviewed manuscripts and 5 book chapters. His research examines various nutritional (e.g., creatine and protein) and exercise interventions to enhance muscle, bone, and brain function in a variety of populations, including athletes and aging adults. 

Our Special Guest: Daria AlbersCurrent Location: Poland, operating worldwideProfessional Background:• Former Professional Muay Thai and Kickboxing fighter.• Former European Champion K1.• Competed in top organizations worldwide, including Wu Lin Feng, King of Kings, World Fighting League, and others.• Began fighting professionally in 2006.• Amateur and professional fighting career of 15 years.• Began coaching amateur and professional fighters in 2008.• Coaching numerous top-level fighters worldwide.• Founded and Co-owned successful gyms in Canada and Germany.• Contributed to the development of some of the most successful teams in Europe.• Education and Certifications:• Degree in Psychology from University of Hagen.• Degree in Physical Therapy from Grone School for Physical Therapy.• Certified Systemic Coach.• Certified in Mindfulness, MBSR, and Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy.• Current Professional Endeavors:• Mental Performance Coach for athletes and executives including major organizations like UFC, ONE, Glory, etc.• Striking Coach for professional fighters.• Running seminars and workshops on striking and performance psychology all over Europe and the United States.About the ShowWe cover all things related to sports science, nutrition, and performance. The Sports Science Dudes represents the opinions of the hosts and guests and are not the official opinions of the International Society of Sports Nutrition (ISSN), the Society for NeuroSports, or Nova Southeastern University. The advice provided on this show should not be construed as medical advice and is purely an educational forum.Hosted by Jose Antonio PhDhttps://www.sportsnutritionsociety.org/Board-of-Directors.html CEO of the International Society of Sports Nutrition, www.issn.netDr. Antonio has approximately 128 peer-reviewed publications, 16 books, and is full-time faculty at Nova Southeastern University, Davie Florida in the Department of Health and Human Performance.Twitter: @JoseAntonioPhDCo-host Anthony Ricci EdDDr Ricci is an expert on Fight Sports and an Assistant Professor at Nova Southeastern University in Davie Florida in the Department of Health and Human Performance.Anthony Ricci | College of Health Care Sciences | NSU (nova.edu)Twitter: @sportsci_psyDoc

2:00 – We ramble on about the Usman-Edwards MMA bout.7:00 - Does a Strength and Conditioning Coach need to have played a sport in order to train athletes in that sport?8:20 - Know the culture of the sport – Dr Peacock12:00 – Does one have to be large person to be the strength and conditioning coach for football?  What about women being strength coaches for football?14:55 – As an undergraduate exercise science student, what does one need to do to work at the highest level with elite athletes (i.e., college, pros, etc). - Peacock21:00 – You will need at least 10 years of you being the first-in, last-out to make it in strength and conditioning coach; do you have that kind of love and passion for the sport?! – Dr Ricci23:30 – Bob Alejo joins us; he weighs in on how to be a strength and conditioning coach and what really is important.29:50 – Kids lifting weights; just do it! 33:30 – Training male vs female athletes – should there be a difference?35:55 – Dr Ricci describes why Rhonda Rousey was so great doing the arm bar? Yet you rarely see a successful arm bar when men fight.38:45 – You should never do squats? Alejo, Peacock, and Ricci weigh in on this.45:00 – The experts weigh in on the classic periodization scheme.46:40 – Not many follow a linear periodization scheme anymore – Dr Peacock51:15 – The experts weigh in on CrossFit training 53:05 – CrossFit: is it a real sport? Or are you just training to be an awesome exerciser?Corey A. Peacock PhD CSCS FISSN Dr. Corey Peacock is currently serving as the Head Performance Coach and Sports Scientist at Kill Cliff Fight Club. Bob Alejo2019-2022: Senior Associate Athletic Director for Performance and Student-Athlete Welfare at CSU Northridge. 2017-2020: Director of Sports Science, Power Lift. 2011-2017: Assistant AD/Director of Strength and Conditioning, NC State, overseeing the strength and conditioning for the entire athletic department, while coordinating the day-to-day efforts of the men's basketball team. During that time, the Wolfpack men’s basketball team earned two trips to the Sweet Sixteen in four NCAA Tournament appearances. About the ShowWe cover all things related to sports science, nutrition, and performance. The Sports Science Dudes represents the opinions of the hosts and guests and are not the official opinions of the International Society of Sports Nutrition (ISSN), the Society for NeuroSports, or Nova Southeastern University. The advice provided on this show should not be construed as medical advice and is purely an educational forum.Hosted by Jose Antonio PhDhttps://www.sportsnutritionsociety.org/Board-of-Directors.html CEO of the International Society of Sports Nutrition, www.issn.net128 peer-reviewed publications, 16 books, and full-time faculty at Nova Southeastern University, Davie Florida in the Department of Health and Human Performance.Twitter: @JoseAntonioPhD Co-host Anthony Ricci EdDDr Ricci is an expert on Fight Sports and an Assistant Professor at Nova Southeastern University in Davie Florida in the Department of Health and Human Performance.Anthony Ricci | College of Health Care Sciences | NSU (nova.edu)Twitter: @sportsci_psyDoc

4:00 – Jose Antonio first met Dr Kalman in NY City; to speak at Hunter CollegeHis bathroom was about as wide as a laptop computer.New York City was so loud; hard to fall asleep.8:05 – Dr. Kalman was one of the first dietitians to promote the idea that non-dietitians can and should give sports nutrition advice. He was quite hated by the dietetics community. He was the original RD renegade.14:25 – People don’t like to be challenged says Kalman.  Of course he’s not always a nice guy. 19:13 – Need more than book knowledge to be a sports nutritionist – Kalman 20:12 – Is sports nutrition about health? 25:20 – Sports nutrition requires that you need to learn the culture of the athlete. 29:19 – You need to “meet the person where they are.” The sports nutritionist needs to adjust their recommendations, not make the athlete adjust to you.33:40 – do you know anyone that consumes 10 grams of CHO per kg? So many athletes eat like shit – Kalman35:24 – The REGULATION of the supplement industry; it is a myth that the supplement industry isn’t regulated.48:37 – Can we trust what’s on the label of a dietary supplement?54:30 – Dr Kalman gives his top 5 sports supplementsDouglas S. Kalman PhD, RD, FACN FISSNDr. Kalman is currently Adjunct Faculty at the Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine at Nova Southeastern University. Historically, Dr. Kalman has been involved in over 250 clinical trials and projects within the pharmaceutical, medical and exercise - nutrition fields. He has published over 80 abstracts and more than 60 peer-reviewed manuscripts. He is also a Co-Editor of one journal (JISSN) and on the Editorial Board of three Scientific Journals. Dr. Kalman received his undergraduate degree from Florida State University, Master’s Degree from Hunter College - City University of New York and Doctorate in exercise and nutritional biochemistry (Health Research) from Touro University International. He is an Active Member and or Spokesperson with many organizations (ISSN, NSCA, APS, ACSM, etc.) and a co-founder of The International Society of Sports Nutrition (www.theissn.org). He has worked with Olympic Athlete’s (Nagano, Japan, Salt Lake City, UT, Torino, Italy, London, England, Rio de Janiero, Brazil and in the recent Tokyo, Japan 2020 Olympics) for Winter and Summer sports. In addition, Dr. Kalman works with and has worked with professional athletes (i.e., USTA, WTT, MLB, NFL, NBA, UFC/Bellator/ONE Championship), musicians and musical groups, collegiate athletes and teams as well as Nike’s Elite Distance Racing Team (Oregon Project). Dr. Kalman has edited four academic textbooks, contributed to more than five academic textbooks as well as two “popular press” books. He has been interviewed on various media outlets such as NBC, MSNBC, CBS Evening News, CNN, Discovery Channel plus others along with a host of radio shows. Dr. Kalman is currently an Adjunct Assistant Professor in the Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine at Nova Southeastern University (NSU), while also holding appointments in the College of Psychology and the College of Healthcare Sciences. He has been a Sports Nutritionist for DI - Florida International University (FIU 2010 – 2018). He has been the Nutrition Program Consultant for IMG Academies in Bradenton, Florida and the Team Nutritionist for Coral Springs Aquatic Center while being a nutrition consultant to the United States Tennis Association - Player Development Program (USTA). He has taught at New York University, C.W. Post-Long Island University and Florida Atlantic University. 

Pauline Nordin is fitness model, author, and an entrepreneur who has an amazing transformation story.  Pauline was born and raised in the southern Sweden (Ystad); Pauline is the founder and creator of the Fighterdiet, an online fitness community and philosophy that was founded in 2007. They provide workouts, our own diet concept, and a support group that allows people to obtain and maintain healthy habits for life. By creating a variety of workout routines that allow the consumer to choose how they stay active, we are able to reach and help any woman who is looking for a change! https://fighterdiet.com/about-us/ About the ShowWe cover all things related to sports science, nutrition, and performance. The Sports Science Dudes represents the opinions of the hosts and guests and are not the official opinions of the International Society of Sports Nutrition (ISSN), the Society for NeuroSports, or Nova Southeastern University. The advice provided on this show should not be construed as medical advice and is purely an educational forum.Hosted by Jose Antonio PhDhttps://www.sportsnutritionsociety.org/Board-of-Directors.html Twitter: @JoseAntonioPhD Co-host Anthony Ricci EdDAnthony Ricci | College of Health Care Sciences | NSU (nova.edu)Twitter: @sportsci_psyDoc

Pauline Nordin is fitness model, author, and an entrepreneur who has an amazing transformation story.  Pauline was born and raised in the southern Sweden (Ystad); Pauline is the founder and creator of the Fighterdiet, an online fitness community and philosophy that was founded in 2007. They provide workouts, our own diet concept, and a support group that allows people to obtain and maintain healthy habits for life. By creating a variety of workout routines that allow the consumer to choose how they stay active, we are able to reach and help any woman who is looking for a change! https://fighterdiet.com/about-us/ About the ShowWe cover all things related to sports science, nutrition, and performance. The Sports Science Dudes represents the opinions of the hosts and guests and are not the official opinions of the International Society of Sports Nutrition (ISSN), the Society for NeuroSports, or Nova Southeastern University. The advice provided on this show should not be construed as medical advice and is purely an educational forum.Hosted by Jose Antonio PhDhttps://www.sportsnutritionsociety.org/Board-of-Directors.html Twitter: @JoseAntonioPhD Co-host Anthony Ricci EdDAnthony Ricci | College of Health Care Sciences | NSU (nova.edu)Twitter: @sportsci_psyDoc

2:48 – The black sheep of the dietitians – Cassie and Katie3:39 – What is it about dietetics programs that results in many RDs being “anti-protein?”11:56 – Katie Emerson – the RD exam was the most “bizarre” exam she’s ever taken; better know your scoop number for feeding 100 people! 13:54 – Compare and contrast what sports nutritionists say vs what RDs are taught (via the Academy) 18:07- Cavemen didn’t care what they ate; if they were hungry they ate.19:00 – What does a “Foods First” approach mean to you and the Academy.24:55 – Athletes getting everything from foods only is not pragmatic and silly.26:14 – Chick-fil-A’s quality control is frickin amazing!27:10 – Pickle’s at Chick-fil-A can be “dating” but not “mating” 29:04 – Do you need to “clean up” or fix your diet before taking supplements.41:10 – Katie is a water snob!45:00 – Don’t do research in supplements if you want to have a career45:35 – As an RD going into the supplement industry, what is it like for you Katie?51:10 – Doug Kalman was the OG of renegade RDs51:50 – What’s the most important trait of scientists?52:19 – What’s up with yogurt and berries? LOL Katie Emerson, MS, RD, LDNis a registered and Licensed Dietitian in Florida. She holds a bachelor's degree in science education and a master’s degree in Nutrition and Dietetics with a concentration in sports nutrition. She has experience working with collegiate athletes from the University of Miami, tactical personnel like BSO police, firefighters, and the SWAT team along with level one trauma patients in the hospital. She is currently the manager of Scientific Affairs at Nutrition21, where she works alongside the R&D team in creating and researching novel ingredients for the sports nutrition, esports, and healthy aging market.Cassie Evans is a registered dietitian and a published researcher. She studied sports nutrition and completed an internship with the University of Miami’s Sports Nutrition team and Nova Southeastern University’s sports performance team. She holds a bachelor of science in Exercise and Sports Science and received her CISSN in 2018. She is currently pursuing her doctorate in Human and Sports Performance from Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions. About the ShowWe cover all things related to sports science, nutrition, and performance. The Sports Science Dudes represents the opinions of the hosts and guests and are not the official opinions of the International Society of Sports Nutrition (ISSN), the Society for NeuroSports, or Nova Southeastern University. The advice provided on this show should not be construed as medical advice and is purely an educational forum. Hosted by Jose Antonio PhDhttps://www.sportsnutritionsociety.org/Board-of-Directors.htmlTwitter: @JoseAntonioPhD  Co-host Anthony Ricci EdDAnthony Ricci | College of Health Care Sciences | NSU (nova.edu)Twitter: @sportsci_psyDoc   

3:30 – Evolution explained in simple terms by Dr. Eldakar – change over time4:00 – Why “stronger” runners have evolved – if a bear is chasing you, pushing down your slower friend kinda makes sense😉7:50 – What are we calling a “stronger” runner exactly?8:14 – Humans are actually adapted for endurance running. We are from a lineage of athletes (primates) that are primarily “speed” animals (not endurance).12:25 – Humans are persistence hunters than can locomote at a speed that is just fast enough to eventually catch a quadruped. Also, humans are just much better at thermoregulation.19:09 – The Plains Indians weren’t vegan for reasons obvious – survival  25:18 – Evolution explains why it is hard to gain muscle but super easy to gain fat mass29:00 - What had a greater chance of killing you, too little or too many calories? (Within the context of human evolution).32:29 – Obesity is an evolutionary mis-match in this contemporary environment36:30 – Why do we crave meat instead of carrots? Animals are quite disagreeable with being consumed. Hence, we humans have crazy cravings for calorically dense foods.39:10 – What if the Aborigine’s went back to their original way of life? They are no longer disease-ridden42:37 – Why do we yawn?46:30 – What is the winner-loser effect? Across the animal kingdom it has been observed that outcomes of conflicts are influenced by past experiences, whereby previous winners are likely to keep winning and losers are likely to lose again. Does this apply to humans? Sports?Dr. Omar Tonsi Eldakar is an evolutionary biologist and associate professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at NSU Florida. Dr. Eldakar earned his PhD from Binghamton University and was a postdoctoral fellow at the Center for Insect Science at the University of Arizona. He maintains diverse research interests in adaptive behavior and physiology ranging from sexual conflict in insects, cooperation and conflict in bacteria, contagious and spontaneous yawning, to human evolution and athletic performance.  About the ShowWe cover all things related to sports science, nutrition, and performance. The Sports Science Dudes represents the opinions of the hosts and guests and are not the official opinions of the International Society of Sports Nutrition (ISSN), the Society for NeuroSports, or Nova Southeastern University. The advice provided on this show should not be construed as medical advice and is purely an educational forum.Hosted by Jose Antonio PhDhttps://www.sportsnutritionsociety.org/Board-of-Directors.html Twitter: @JoseAntonioPhD Co-host Anthony Ricci EdDAnthony Ricci | College of Health Care Sciences | NSU (nova.edu)Twitter: @sportsci_psyDoc

Special Guest: “Mindset” Mike Moor0:01 About Mike3:20 Mike’s journey from the FBI to working with high-end athletes4:30 Why are there so many great fighters from Long Island NY6:00 Mike went to “Ghosting” school (FBI) 7:42 Mike’s code name in the Bureau was “Pre” (short for Steve Prefontaine – one of the USA’s best middle distance runners in history). 11:51 Mike’s first interview with the FBI – he did NOT get the job12:00 Mike’s second interview – he was competing against a rocket scientist, lawyer, doctor, and a detective12:30  This specific concept won the interview for Mike 18:22  What % of sports are mental vs. physical? Mindset Training is needed19:00  Yet most athletes are trained for the physical part; not really the mental part21:30  Penn State’s wrestling team – they won 9 out 11 in row championships – their mental edge is GRATITUDE29:00 Mental performance factors 32:35 – Gabi Garcia – “big girl” – Mike’s athlete upsets her – Is it her mindset? Is it gratitude – excited to be there – not worrying about the opponent34:45 Easier to be the underdog – why do teams/individuals that are HEAVILY favored lose?39:20 What makes the underdog mentality? “Easy” to play when you have nothing to lose41:50 Champions love the process; know they can always improve46:45 What’s the most important thing to “measure” vis a vis combat training (or any training for that matter)“MINDSET MIKE” FROM WRESTLING MINDSET• Served 7 years in the FBI; Certified Crisis Negotiator; D1 Wrestler• Mindset coach to hundreds of top ranked athletes and teams in professional sports, high school, and college• Featured speaker at 150+ coaching clinics, universities, businesses• 4 Collegiate Teams won National Titles *18 HS State Championships• 14 athletes/teams beat opps ranked #1 in the US/world• Head Wrestling Coach at Without Limits Wrestling ’13-‘22• Coached 100+ state placers, 50+ All Americans, and 9 National Champions since 2013*• Winning Mindset is a sports-specific, mindset training system that works with over 4000 athletes a year across 20+ sports• Recognized by ESPN, UFC media, Joe Rogan, & Ariel HelwaniAbout the ShowWe cover all things related to sports science, nutrition, and performance. The Sports Science Dudes represents the opinions of the hosts and guests and are not the official opinions of the International Society of Sports Nutrition (ISSN), the Society for NeuroSports, or Nova Southeastern University. The advice provided on this show should not be construed as medical advice and is purely an educational forum.Hosted by Jose Antonio PhD

About our guest Pauline Nordin CISSNBIOPauline is the epitome of the “American Dream.” Pauline Nordin is fitness model, author, and an entrepreneur who has an amazing transformation story.  Pauline was born and raised in the southern Sweden (Ystad); Pauline is the founder and creator of the Fighterdiet, an online fitness community and philosophy that was founded in 2007. They provide workouts, our own diet concept, and a support group that allows people to obtain and maintain healthy habits for life. By creating a variety of workout routines that allow the consumer to choose how they stay active, we are able to reach and help any woman who is looking for a change! https://fighterdiet.com/about-us/ Check out her Fighterdiet app and her line of Fighterdiet supplements.2:58 – Her inspiration to come to the USA was Arnold Schwarzenegger. She became enamored with having more muscle.10:00 – Fit shaming; where the heck did that come from.14:26 – Every part of Pauline’s body has been criticized. But F them!15:57 – I have one of great vaginas on the wall of great vaginas (i.e., don’t let anyone judge how you look).20:55 – The “lockdown” was the best thing ever; for reasons that may surprise you.27:50 – Pauline will often work with obese individuals for free. Her thoughts on it.31:19 – Facebook bans the use of your body to promote a product; but you can promote junk food.36:15 – You can’t even trust websites such as WebMD, Mayo Clinic, Harvard Newsletter. That’s why she follows the thought leaders of the ISSN.37:55 – The fitness industry is worse than the fashion industry.42:10 – I’m going to the ISSN Conference. Best place to learn sports nutrition science.44:10 – Pauline explains the “FighterDiet” brand!47:44 – I eat and train today according to how I want to feel tomorrow.53:00 – Social media has taken away people’s patience (which they had very little to start with)!58:30 – Pauline’s new app – Fighterdiet RecipesEmail: SportsScienceDudes@gmail.com BIO: Jose Antonio PhD earned his doctorate and completed a postdoctoral research fellowship at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. He is a co-founder and CEO of the ISSN (www.issn.net), and co-founder of the Society for NeuroSports (www.neurosports.net). He is Professor of Exercise and Sport Science at Nova Southeastern University. Twitter: @JoseAntonioPhD Instagram: supphd and the_issn BIO: Anthony Ricci Tony Ricci is a Professor in the Departments of Human Performance, and Psychology and Neuroscience at Nova Southeastern University. Tony holds Master’s Degrees in Sport Science and Human Nutrition and a Doctorate in Sport Psychology and Psychomotor Learning. Tony is the owner and founder of FightShape International, a multi-disciplinary performance enhancement company providing advanced coaching in Strength and Conditioning and Mental Performance across Fight Sports disciplines Twitter: @sportsci_psyDoc Instagram: @sportsci_psyDoc