Why should you choose burst training over endurance training? JJ breaks down the difference between the two and gives her best burst training tips (and science behind them). Burst training is not only easier and less time consuming, but is the better way to train your body to build sexy, lean muscle and burn more fat. You can do it anywhere and see results i ... Show More
Yesterday
Dr. Scott Sherr on Mitochondria, Stress, and Midlife Fatigue
What early signs could indicate your metabolism is breaking down? I sat down with Dr. Scott Sherr, a physician focused on health optimization and mitochondrial function, to unpack why so many women feel exhausted despite doing everything “right.” We explored how chronic stress an ... Show More
13m 57s
Apr 15
Dr. Jason Fung Explains Why You Are Always Hungry
Are you tired of being told that your weight gain is simply a result of a lack of willpower? In this episode, I’m thrilled to welcome back my friend and world-renowned kidney specialist, Dr. Jason Fung, to dive deep into the real science of why we feel hungry. We break down why t ... Show More
49m 17s
Apr 13
Cravings After 40 Are Not a Discipline Problem
What if your cravings have nothing to do with discipline? I want you to stop blaming a lack of discipline for your midlife cravings and understand that your body runs on chemistry, not willpower. In this episode, I break down the five biological drivers, from insulin to muscle lo ... Show More
15m 22s
Aug 2023
Ep. #1103: Q&A: Current Training Goals, Lower Back Pain, My 5 Favorite HIIT Workouts, & More
<p>How should you train if you can’t progressively overload anymore? </p>
<p>What are my current training goals?</p>
<p>Is walking or HIIT better for weight loss?</p>
<p>In this episode, I take on these questions and more, sourced from my Instagram followers who participate in my ... Show More
32m 54s
Apr 2023
The Benefits Of Strength Training And How to Get Started
This episode is brought to you by Rupa Health and Athletic Greens. Certain forms of exercise are more effective than others at optimizing our health, metabolism, and longevity. Our aerobic condition, strength, muscle mass, flexibility, and agility are essential for staying health ... Show More
19m 5s
Sep 2023
#082 The Science of Vigorous Exercise — Should We Train Hard or Train Long? | Martin Gibala, Ph.D.
<p dir="ltr">Dr. Martin Gibala is a muscle physiologist, professor, and kinesiology department chair at McMaster University in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. He is best known for pioneering research on the health benefits of high-intensity interval training (HIIT) and his profound un ... Show More
2h 51m
Oct 2022
Fitness Toolkit: Protocol & Tools to Optimize Physical Health
I describe a fitness protocol that maximizes all the major sought-after aspects of physical fitness, including strength, endurance and flexibility. I discuss fundamentals of resistance training protocols, including repetitions, sets, inter-set and inter-workout rest periods and p ... Show More
1h 55m