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Barbell Shrugged

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Sep 13, 2023 • 1h 2min

[Muscle Centric Medicine] Muscle Health for High Performers w/ Dr. Gabrielle Lyon, Anders Varner, and Doug Larson #712

Dr. Gabrielle Lyon, is the founder of the Institute for MUSCLE-CENTRIC MEDICINE®. Dr. Lyon is a nationally recognized speaker and media contributor specializing in brain and thyroid health, lean body mass support, and longevity.   She’s been featured on The Doctors and has been published in Muscle and Fitness, Women’s Health, Men’s Health, and Harper’s Bazaar, and seen on many podcasts, including The Doctor’s Pharmacy, School of Greatness Podcast, Feel Better, Live More Podcast, The Skinny Confidential Him & Her podcast, and Women of Impact.   Dr. Lyon received her doctorate in osteopathic medicine from the Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine and is board certified in family medicine. She earned her undergraduate degree in Human Nutrition from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, where she studied vitamin and mineral metabolism, chronic disease prevention and management, and diet composition’s physiological effects. She also completed a research/clinical fellowship in Nutritional Science and Geriatrics at Washington University in St. Louis.   Dr. Gabrielle Lyon on Instagram Anders Varner on Instagram Doug Larson on Instagram
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Sep 6, 2023 • 57min

[Longevity] Testosterone and Plasma Exchange Therapy w/ Dr. Paul Savage, Anders Varner, and Doug Larson #711

As the CEO of MDLifespan, Dr. Savage leads a team of dedicated professionals who provide precision longevity health services to our clients. He combines advanced modern medicine with the powerful principles of traditional and integrative medicine, to optimize each client's health and wellness in order to give life more moments.   With over 35 years of experience in the medical field, Dr. Savage is passionate about helping people regain and maintain their health and vitality through personalized and holistic approaches. He has a strong background in anti-aging and longevity medicine, wellness coaching, and data-driven medical solutions. Dr. Savage was also the founder of Forum Health LLC, a nationwide provider of precision health services, and Power2Practice, a software platform for integrative medicine practitioners. He is committed to changing the face of medicine and empowering people to take charge of their health and wellness.   Download Free eBook on Plasma Exchange Therapy Dr. Paul Savage on LinkedIn Dr. Paul Savage Website Anders Varner on Instagram Doug Larson on Instagram
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Aug 30, 2023 • 50min

[GLP-1] Blood Sugar, Metabolism, Gut Health and Beyond w/ Dr. Kyle Gillett, Anders Varner, and Doug Larson #710

Dr. Gillett enjoys providing holistic individualized care to his patients. His practice includes preventative medicine, aesthetics, sports medicine, hormone optimization, obstetrics and infertility, integrative medicine, and precision medicine including genomics. He believes that each human is a unique creation that requires attention to their body, mind, and soul to achieve optimal health. He enjoys caring for others using shared decision-making and an evidence-based, patient-centered approach. He is active in Obesity Medicine organizations and firmly believes “food is medicine” and “exercise is medicine”. Dr. Gillett describes the “6 pillars of health”: exercise, diet, sleep, stress, sunlight, and spirit. These are more powerful than any medication or supplement.   Dr. Kyle Gillett on Instagram Work with Dr. Gillett Anders Varner on Instagram Doug Larson on Instagram
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Aug 23, 2023 • 49min

[Female Strength Training] New Science on Strength Training Around Your Menstrual Cycle w/ Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple, Anders Varner, and Doug Larson #709

[Female Strength Training] New Science on Strength Training Around Your Menstrual Cycle w/ Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple, Anders Varner, and Doug Larson #709 Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple is a Ph.D. candidate at McMaster University with a research focus on exercise physiology and endocrinology, sex-based differences and mechanisms of muscle growth. She is also a seasoned fitness professional with years of practical experience and certifications in strength & conditioning, sports nutrition, group fitness, and personal training. Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple on Instagram Anders Varner on Instagram Doug Larson on Instagram
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Aug 16, 2023 • 50min

[Circadian Rhythm] How to Optimize Your Internal Sleep Clock w/ Dr. Greg Potter, Anders Varner, and Doug Larson #708

Dr. Potter values helping people feel great and do good. He knows how hard it can be to thrive nowadays, and lots of us try our best to understand what we should be doing to look better, perform at a high level, and be happy and well.  But, achieving this is often elusive, for many aspects of modern life — grueling work schedules, fast food, physical inactivity, social isolation, pollution and so on — are at odds with the behaviors and conditions our bodies need to function optimally.  Let’s be honest: There’s a lot of nonsense about health out there too! Dr. Potter helps empower people to make simple and sustainable lifestyle changes that add years to their lives and life to their years.  To this end, here are some of his qualifications:  He did my undergraduate and master’s degrees in exercise science at Loughborough University His PhD research at the University of Leeds focused on sleep, circadian rhythms, nutrition, and metabolism. He is qualified as a personal trainer and sports massage therapist and have worked as a coach for over a decade..   Dr. Greg Potter on Instagram  Anders Varner on Instagram Doug Larson on Instagram
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Aug 9, 2023 • 50min

[Super Brain] How to Understand Your Brain Better w/ Andy Triana, Dan Garner, Anders Varner, and Doug Larson #707

Andrew Triana content provider for Muscle & Fitness, Rebel Performance, founder of TPV, Allostatic Labs, and most notably, an extremist.  “Coach Andy” and “Athlete Andy” reside on polar opposite personality spectrums. “Athlete Andy” has competed from 175lbs to heavyweight with standout performances in multiple weight classes, known for intensity and his ability to perform. “Coach Andy” is a frighteningly well studied specific preparation specialist who prides himself on logic and long term development. Encompassing a unique lens and authentic passion, Andy hope to share his concepts with the performance community over time. To learn more, please visit rapidhealthreport.com to see Dr. Andy Galpin and Dan Garner do a free lab, lifestyle, and performance analysis.   Andrew Triana on Instagram Download Andy Triana’s Nootropics eBook Dan Garner on Instagram Anders Varner on Instagram Doug Larson on Instagram  
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Aug 2, 2023 • 53min

[Ketones] How to Use Exogenous Ketones to Improve Cognitive and Athletic Performance w/ Dr. Latt Mansor, Dan Garner, Anders Varner, and Doug Larson #706

On this podcast, Dr. Latt Mansor and Dan Garner join the hosts to discuss the benefits of using exogenous ketones for cognitive and athletic performance. They debunk marketing gimmicks surrounding the keto diet and explore the advantages of ketones as an alternative fuel source. They also delve into optimizing peri-workout nutrition, the benefits of ketones for anaerobic exercise, and finding the optimal balance and personalization in using the ketogenic diet and exogenous ketones.
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Jul 26, 2023 • 50min

[Blood Work] High Performance Blood Chemistry w/ Dan Garner, Anders Varner, and Doug Larson #705

In today’s episode of Barbell Shrugged Dan Garner dives into how you can start to analyze your yearly bloodwork for performance. Standard blood tests can be ordered around the globe, in every country, and are the gold standard for understanding basic health. The normal reference ranges, however, are not giving you the answers you are looking for when it come to optimizing your health and performance. In this episode you will learn: What's the mindset/philosophy of looking at bloodwork for performance if it's classically a health screen? Generally speaking, energy is what every performer needs regardless of their pursuit. How can one look at bloodwork to improve their energy levels? Electrolytes come on every panel, can these be used to look at hydration and performance? You've talked a bunch about the immune system in past podcasts so I'm wondering what a basic blood panel can tell us about the current state of our immunity? What general recommendations do you have in terms of preparation so when someone gets their blood draw they can ensure it's accurate?   To learn more, please visit rapidhealthreport.com to see Dr. Andy Galpin and Dan Garner do a free lab, lifestyle, and performance analysis. Dan Garner on Instagram Anders Varner on Instagram Doug Larson on Instagram
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Jul 19, 2023 • 47min

Neuro Athletics: The Intersection of Neuroscience and Performance w/ Louisa Nicola, Anders Varner, and Doug Larson #704

Louisa leverages her experience as a neurophysiologist and professional triathlete to not only teach but inspire your audience to perform like an athlete. By using science-driven data from EEG scans, labs tests and cognitive assessments, Louisa has a first class ticket inside the brain of elite NBA, MLB and NFL stars as well as Wall Street’s biggest Hedge funds and portfolio managers. 9 years ago, Louisa was training to go to the Olympics (representing Australia in the triathlon), when she was hit by a car and suffered seemingly insurmountable injuries. Desperate to accelerate her recovery, Louisa integrated brain training into her physiology regime and was able to make a near-miraculous recovery to not only go to the Auckland World Championship series, but place 13th in the triathlon.  Louisa has since helped so many elite performers become the top 1% in their field by leveraging neuroscience, exercise physiology, and biomedical services. Louisa has successfully given her signature talk “Perform like an athlete” to the head of sales at IBM, Salesforce and Google, etc. Louisa graduated from the University of Sydney medical school with a master of medicine in neurophysiology and is currently completing her doctorate under the guidance of Dr Tommy Wood at UW, studying the effects of resistance exercise on the brain. She is on the scientific advisory board of Tonal, Klora and Momentous. Louisa Nicola on Instagram Work with Louisa Nicola Anders Varner on Instagram Doug Larson on Instagram
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Jul 12, 2023 • 57min

The Science of Sleep and Recovery w/ Dr. Allison Brager, Anders Varner, and Doug Larson #703

Dr. Brager is a subject matter expert in behavioral genetics, sleep, and biological rhythms research. She is passionate about discovering new factors that promote resilience in extreme environments, particularly for military personnel. She also serves on the NCAA task force for mental health and sleep, contributing to the first edition of the NCAA student-athlete mental health handbook. She is author of Meathead: Unraveling the Athletic Brain, which debunks the myth of the ‘dumb jock’ and serves as a performance manual for functional athletes. Outside of the laboratory, Allison was a two-time CrossFit Games (team) athlete, a two-time CrossFit Regionals (individual) athlete, and a four-year varsity NCAA Division I athlete in track and field. Dr. Brager has an Sc.B. in Psychology from Brown University and a Ph.D. in Physiology from Kent State University. Allison Brager on Instagram Anders Varner on Instagram Doug Larson on Instagram  

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