In this episode, I explain practical applications for improving your VO2 max and endurance in order to prevent disease, promote longevity, and optimize overall health and performance. I also explain the training fundamentals and methods to consider when developing an endurance training program, such as general conditioning, warm-ups/cool-downs, tissue tolera ... Show More
Yesterday
What Drives Muscle Growth & What Doesn't | Dr. Mike Roberts
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Mike Roberts, Professor in the School of Kinesiology at Auburn University, and one of the most respected muscle physiologists, to explain how muscle actually grows. Mike shares that mechanical tension—not hormones, metabolic byproducts, or mus ... Show More
2h 27m
Jun 24
Identify & Fix Muscle Imbalances & Injury Risks
In this episode, I tackle muscle asymmetries and imbalances — when the differences between your two sides help you, when they hurt you, and what to actually do about them. I move past the popular "10% rule" and walk through my three I's framework: how to investigate asymmetries a ... Show More
1h 39m
Jun 10
Female Training, Hormones & Nutrition: Fact vs. Fiction | Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple to examine what the science says about female-specific training and nutrition. We discuss why so little research has historically focused on women, what makes menstrual cycle research so difficult and expensive to run, an ... Show More
2h 8m
Jan 2025
102: How To Run Longer, Faster and Build Endurance
<p>In this episode, I cover my personal journey of building endurance since 2018 and offer insights into running longer and faster. We'll discuss the adaptations and efficiencies gained through consistent practice. Covering topics such as the importance of aerobic base building, ... Show More
1h 9m
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
Jul 2023
Science-Supported Tools to Accelerate Your Fitness Goals
In this episode, I explain a set of fitness tools gleaned from the 6-part guest series on fitness, exercise and performance with Dr. Andy Galpin. First, I explain the essential components of a well-rounded fitness program for lifelong health and performance including the minimum ... Show More
1h 32m
Oct 2025
145: The Pitfalls of High Volume Endurance Training
In this episode, I break down the real costs when volume is mismanaged. I share what I’ve learned firsthand while building toward Ironman Arizona—how I fuel hard work without under-eating, protect muscle, keep hormones in check, and use recovery and sleep as performance tools. Th ... Show More
1h 4m
Feb 2024
Nutrition & Training for Endurance Athletes with Will Frantz
<p>In this episode, Mike is joined by Will Frantz to discuss nutrition, training, and recovery for endurance athletes. Whether you are someone who wants to run your first marathon or compete at a high level or just casually want to improve your endurance, this episode is packed f ... Show More
57m 17s
Feb 2023
GUEST SERIES | Dr. Andy Galpin: How to Build Physical Endurance & Lose Fat
This is episode 3 of a 6-part special series on fitness, exercise and performance with Andy Galpin, PhD, professor of kinesiology at California State University, Fullerton. He explains protocols to improve the various kinds of physical endurance: muscular endurance, anerobic capa ... Show More
3h 48m
<p><a href="https://howtotrainguide.com/"><strong id= "docs-internal-guid-80a6590d-7fff-7e57-5350-88250b1f7732">Download my "How to Train According to the Experts" guide</strong></a></p> <p>Exercise is more than a tool for physical transformation—it's a cornerstone of longevity, ... Show More
