Episodes
Increasing metabolism — Is high-intensity interval training better? | Dr. Martin Gibala
In this clip, Dr. Martin Gibala discusses the 'afterburn effect' and its impact on post-workout metabolism.
Why 'exercise snacks' that spread out exercise benefit glucose regulation (1-minute workouts) | Dr. Martin Gibala
In this clip, Dr. Martin Gibala discusses the ongoing studies and their objectives in understanding the impact of "exercise snacks".
Why 'choosing the stairs' reduces early death (VILPA study) | Dr. Martin Gibala
In this clip, Dr. Martin Gibala outlines the principle behind VILPA and discusses the ongoing research examining its potential impact on health and longevity.
Why 'sprint from danger' intensity increases VO2 max | Dr. Martin Gibala
In this clip, Dr. Martin Gibala highlights the benefits of high-intensity sprint training for general fitness and elite athletes.
What is reduced exertion high-intensity training? | Dr. Martin Gibala
In this clip, Dr. Martin Gibala describes the benefits and public health potentials of Reduced Exertion High-Intensity Training.
Omega-3 may be anabolic at higher dosages
In this clip, Drs. Rhonda Patrick and Chris McGlory describe the evidence suggesting that omega-3 fatty acids augment muscle development.
Does aerobic exercise hurt gains from lifting? | Dr. Chris McGlory
In this clip, Dr. McGlory discusses the pros and cons of combining aerobic conditioning and resistance training.
Does omega-3 reduce muscle loss from cancer? | Dr. Chris McGlory
In this clip, Dr. Chris McGlory discusses the potential role of omega-3 fatty acids in muscle health, especially in the context of cancer cachexia.
Does omega-3 boost mitochondrial function in muscle? | Dr. Chris McGlory
In this clip, Dr. Chris McGlory explains the potential mechanisms by which omega-3s impact muscle mass and function.
Are there sex differences in gaining mass and strength? | Dr. Chris McGlory
In this clip, Dr. McGlory discusses the intriguing interplay between resistance training, nutrition, and muscle adaptation, especially among older adults.
Why "preloading" enhances anabolic effects of omega-3 | Dr. Chris McGlory
In this clip, Dr. Chris McGlory defines the importance of preloading omega-3s and suggests that effects may require higher doses.
Does high-dose omega-3 fight atrophy? (5g/day) | Dr. Chris McGlory
In this clip, Dr. McGlory discusses the potential of omega-3 fatty acids to protect against muscle loss during periods of immobilization or inactivity.
Why aging can insidiously mimic short-term immobilization | Dr. Chris McGlory
In this clip, Dr. Chris McGlory emphasizes that even brief periods of reduced physical activity have health impacts that are frequently overlooked.
Why aging worsens muscle atrophy | Dr. Chris McGlory
In this clip, Dr. McGlory describes the mechanisms and implications of muscle disuse atrophy and the limitations of nutrition in combating this issue.
Accelerating Alzheimer's detection with biomarkers | Axel Montagne, Ph.D.
In this clip, Dr. Axel Montagne discusses the potential of these emerging diagnostic tools in assessing an individual's risk of developing dementia.
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