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Female Training, Hormones & Nutrition: Fact vs. Fiction | Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple

Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple joins Dr. Andy Galpin to separate evidence from myth on female-specific training, menstrual cycle effects on performance, hormones, nutrition, and low energy availability.

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How to Think Clearly in an Age of Distraction | Sam Harris

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Intense Exercise & Potential Heart Damage (aka Athlete's Heart)

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Hardship, Resilience & Competing at the Highest Level | Ken Rideout

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Build Mental Toughness & Perform Under Pressure | Dr. Lenny Wiersma

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Female Training, Hormones & Nutrition: Fact vs. Fiction | Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple

Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple joins Dr. Andy Galpin to separate evidence from myth on female-specific training, menstrual cycle effects on performance, hormones, nutrition, and low energy availability.

Jun 10, 2026

How to Think Clearly in an Age of Distraction | Sam Harris

Sam Harris joins Dr. Andy Galpin to discuss meditation, focus, and practical strategies for thinking clearly in a world of constant distraction.

May 27, 2026

Intense Exercise & Potential Heart Damage (aka Athlete's Heart)

Athlete's heart explained — what intense exercise does to cardiac structure, function, and electrical activity, and when adaptive remodeling crosses into real risk.

May 13, 2026

Hardship, Resilience & Competing at the Highest Level | Ken Rideout

Ken Rideout on sobriety, suffering as peace, clean vs. dirty motivation, marathon tactics, coaching, raising competitive kids, and proof it's never too late.

Apr 29, 2026

Build Mental Toughness & Perform Under Pressure | Dr. Lenny Wiersma

Dr. Lenny Wiersma on performing under pressure: confidence vs. belief, self-talk, psychological distancing, visualization, and the 3-2-1 tool.

Apr 15, 2026

How to Build a Strong Core & Abs

Build a stronger core and better-looking abs with science-backed exercise selection, programming, and progression for performance and back health.

Apr 1, 2026

Enhance Your Physical & Mental Resilience (HRV, Respiratory Rate, RHR)

Train your nervous system for greater stress tolerance and resilience using tools like HRV, CO₂ tolerance, breathwork, and the three I's framework.

Apr 16, 2025

Jill Miller: Increase Flexibility & Relieve Pain with Breathwork & Myofascial Release

Explore self-myofascial release and breathwork tools to reduce pain, improve mobility, and support fascia health for optimal recovery and performance.

Apr 9, 2025

Dr. Michael Ormsbee: Food Timing, Nutrition & Supplements for Fat Loss, Muscle Growth & Recovery

Optimize nutrition with Dr. Michael Ormsbee to enhance fat metabolism, recovery, and performance using protein, collagen, and novel supplements.

Apr 2, 2025

Dr. Allison Brager: Improve Sleep Efficiency & Resilience

Dr. Allison Brager on sleep resilience in extreme environments, chronotypes, sex differences, and practical strategies for recovery and rest.

Mar 26, 2025

Strength Training for Kids & Building Lifelong Movement Skills

How strength training supports kids' physical and mental health, with safe techniques for long-term athletic development and movement skills.

Mar 19, 2025

Dr. Herman Pontzer: How We Really Burn Calories & Lose Weight

Explore the science of human energy expenditure with Herman Pontzer, PhD. Learn how activity, diet, and genetics shape metabolism and weight management.

Mar 12, 2025

Jordan Sullivan: Fueling for Sports Performance & Body Composition

Sports dietitian Jordan Sullivan on strategic nutrition for performance: macronutrient planning, training-aligned meal timing, and hydration.

Mar 5, 2025

Enhancing Bone Health at Every Age

How bone health affects every age, and how to prevent or reverse bone loss with science-backed strategies in exercise, nutrition, and therapy.

Feb 26, 2025

Dr. Bret Contreras: How to Build Bigger Glutes & Legs

Dr. Bret Contreras on optimizing glute training: biomechanics, hip thrusts, common mistakes, and science-backed strategies for growth.

Feb 19, 2025

Dr. Tommy Wood: Enhancing Brain Performance & Preventing Dementia

Leading neuroscientist Tommy Wood reveals how exercise, nutrition and mental challenges can boost brain health and combat cognitive decline at any age.

Feb 12, 2025

How to Boost Your Metabolism & Burn Fat

Science-backed methods for boosting metabolism and achieving sustainable fat loss, with expert insights on exercise, nutrition, and strategy.

Feb 5, 2025

Nutrition to Support Brain Health & Offset Brain Injuries

In this episode, I discuss nutrition and supplementation to reduce the risk of brain injury and enhance brain performance and long-term health.

Aug 14, 2024

How to Use & Interpret Blood Tests for High Performance

In this episode, I discuss blood testing for athletic performance.

Aug 7, 2024

Genetic Testing for Sports Performance

Genetic testing for athletic performance: the history of sports genomics and the search for genes linked to strength, endurance, and power.

Jul 31, 2024

Avoid Fitness Plateaus, Overtraining & Mis-Timed Performance Peaks

How to overcome training plateaus, prevent overtraining, and optimize performance through strategic tapering and well-timed rest periods.

Jul 24, 2024

How Lactate & Metabolism Influence Performance

A deep dive into lactate's vital role in metabolism, athletic performance, and cellular energy management — challenging common misconceptions.

Jul 17, 2024

How to Enhance Performance With Better Sleep

How sleep drives athletic performance, with scientific strategies for duration, quality, and timing to maximize recovery and competitive edge.

Jul 10, 2024

Build Muscle Size, Strength & Power With Science-Backed Programs

Protocols to build muscle hypertrophy and maximize strength and power for athletic performance, health, and longevity.

Jul 3, 2024

How to Improve Your VO2 Max & Build Endurance

Practical strategies to improve your VO2 max and endurance — for disease prevention, longevity, and better overall health and performance.

Jun 26, 2024

Why Muscle Matters & How to Build It

In this episode, I discuss the essential role of skeletal muscle in health and performance.

Jun 19, 2024

How & Why to Strengthen Your Heart & Cardiovascular Fitness

The science of cardiovascular fitness and practical strategies for heart health — from understanding VO2 max to building effective exercise routines.

Jun 12, 2024