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Dr Mike T Nelson

Met Flex For Better Body Comp, Health and Even Performance

Published 18 days ago • 1 min read

Greetings from South Padre! I recently had the honor of joining my good friends Dr. Sue Kleiner and Erik Bustillo on the Your Food Matters podcast.

I share my journey from academia to practical applications, revealing how metabolic flexibility can be a cornerstone of better body comp, health and performance.

Tune in as we discuss the nuances of fat and carbohydrate metabolism, the dynamic nature of our body’s fuel systems, and the quest for optimal health span.

Check it out:

>> Exploring Met Flex <<

Episode Chapters:

  • (0:00:05) – Dr Mike T Nelson’s Academic Journey
  • (0:13:55) – Metabolic Flexibility and Health
  • (0:26:53) – Effect of Gender on Training Volume
  • (0:31:43) – Female Biology and Physiological Flexibility
  • (0:45:07) – Effectiveness of Wearable Fitness Devices
  • (0:50:38) – The Impact of Wearables on Athletes
  • (0:56:51) – Continuous Glucose Monitoring and Electrolytes
  • (1:03:25) – Nutrition and Performance Enhancement Breakthroughs

Let me know what you think!

Much love,
Dr Mike

PS - feel free to share this online and tag me if you enjoyed it!

>> Exploring Met Flex <<

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Mike T Nelson CISSN, CSCS, MSME, PhD
Associate Professor, Carrick Institute
Owner, Extreme Human Performance, LLC
Editorial Board Member, STRONG Fitness Mag

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​Mike T Nelson is a PhD and not a physician or registered dietitian. The contents of this email should not be taken as medical advice. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any health problem - nor is it intended to replace the advice of a physician. Always consult your physician or qualified health professional on any matters regarding your healt

Dr Mike T Nelson

Creator of the Flex Diet Cert & Phys Flex Cert, CSCS, CISSN, Assoc Professor, kiteboarder, lifter of odd objects, metal music lover. >>>>Sign up to my daily FREE Fitness Insider newsletter below

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