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Every week, we dive deep into the world of fitness. We're talking about everything from clever ways to boost your protein intake and unpacking the latest research, to giving our honest opinions on whatever new fitness trend pops up. Trust us, no topic is too big or too small!
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Do You Need More Protein to Maximize Muscle Protein Synthesis As You Get Older? | D&P Ep. 115 (opens the original)
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In this episode, we talk about: Testing your strength at the end of a program Broad Jumps- What’s a good distance Heart rate zones & zone 2 cardio Two Truths & a Lie- combining weights with cardio is a good way to increase strength and cardiovascular capacity, untrained people can achieve some cardio benefits from strength training workouts, when your heart rate rises during strength training you are getting the same cardiovascular benefits as that heart rate during cardio. Differences in the ad
How to Become “Actually” Powerful: Training to Be More Athletic | D&P Ep. 114 (opens the original)
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In this episode, we talk about: The morpheus app- recovery, max heart rate, resting heart rate and HRV Jaime training for a taekwondo competition The importance of zone 2 How to get more zone 2 in when you’re busy We’re feeling stronger and more athletic after triphasic training. Laura’s coaching corner - setting up a plan for Jaime to become more athletic Ankle dorsiflexion: what number should you aim for Links: Jaime’s Free Training Program Laura’s Free Training Program Laura’s Free Power Trai
Keto Vs High Carb Plant Based Diet: Which is Better for Appetite Regulation & Fat Loss | D&P Ep. 113 (opens the original)
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In this episode, we talk about: Training kids. What should they work on and focus on? Benefits of gymnastic rings Why are L-sits so harder? A study on maintaining weight loss after taking a GLP1 A study comparing a keto diet to a plant based high carbohydrate diet, and their impact on weight loss, and appetite regulation. Ranking diet & diet strategies from S-F tier. Keto Paleo Intermittent fasting/time restrictive feeding One meal a day Mediterranean diet Macro Tracking Weight watchers Carnivor
Why You Need Carbs and Insulin: How They Protect and Fuel Your Muscles | D&P Ep. 112 (opens the original)
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In this episode, we talk about: Should you train hard if you have a low recovery score or HRV, and how will that affect your adaptations? Nordic hamstring curls with a pause- brutal! How your body processes carbohydrates Insulin’s role in fat storage and stopping muscle breakdown Good carbs & bad carbs- should really be categorized as slow digesting and fast digesting carbs Q&A What is the best source of protein? How can I get 100g of protein per day without it feeling so overwhelming? I'm 66. I
The Secret to Smashing Strength Plateaus: Isometrics | D&P Ep. 111 (opens the original)
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In this episode, we talk about: Squishy hunting Laura’s love of football Isometric training Overcoming Isometrics & Yielding Isometrics, and the benefits of each Post activation potentiation with overcoming isometrics Isometric pauses and benefits Q&A I’m new to lifting. If I strength train 3 times per week, should I do cardio and walking on the other days? My pecs are overdeveloped because of my job, what exercises should I focus on to improve this? When strength training what percentage of Pro
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