My guest is Dr. Herman Pontzer, Ph.D., a professor of evolutionary anthropology and global health at Duke University, known for his research on human bioenergetics, particularly energy expenditure and the exercise paradox. We discuss his work comparing highly active hunter-gatherer groups to more sedentary cultures, exploring their total energy expenditure a ... Show More
Apr 16
Enhance Your Physical & Mental Resilience (HRV, Respiratory Rate, RHR)
In this episode, I explain how to increase your control over your nervous system — not just to manage stress, but to recalibrate your autonomic nervous system for long-term physiological resilience and adaptability. This episode goes beyond basic stress management techniques to e ... Show More
2h 8m
Apr 9
Jill Miller: Increase Flexibility & Relieve Pain with Breathwork & Myofascial Release
In this episode, my guest is Jill Miller, a renowned fascia expert and teacher of breathwork practices and self-myofascial release (SMR) to improve mobility, reduce pain, and enhance body awareness. We discuss how fascia—the connective tissue in and around muscles, bones and orga ... Show More
2h 10m
Apr 2
Dr. Michael Ormsbee: Food Timing, Nutrition & Supplements for Fat Loss, Muscle Growth & Recovery
My guest is Dr. Michael Ormsbee, Ph.D., a professor of nutrition and integrative physiology and the director of the Institute of Sports Sciences and Medicine at Florida State University. We explore how pre-sleep nutrition affects fat metabolism, muscle growth, performance, and re ... Show More
2h 32m
Feb 2025
3 simple steps to transform your metabolism | Shawn Stevenson and Prof. Tim Spector
Only 12% of American adults are considered metabolically healthy - meaning the vast majority are at increased risk of heart disease, diabetes, and strokes. But what exactly is metabolism, and why does it matter so much for our health? In this episode, bestselling author and healt ... Show More
59m 18s
Nov 2024
#324 ‒ Metabolism, energy balance, and aging: How diet, calorie restriction, and macronutrients influence longevity and metabolic health | Eric Ravussin, Ph.D.
View the Show Notes Page for This Episode Become a Member to Receive Exclusive Content Sign Up to Receive Peter’s Weekly Newsletter Eric Ravussin is a world-renowned expert on obesity, metabolism, and aging whose pioneering research has shaped much of what we understand today abo ... Show More
2h 9m
Jan 2024
#508: Why Athletes Can Achieve High Performance During an Energy Deficit – Jose Areta, PhD
Links: Go to episode page (with study links) Subscribe to Premium Sigma's recommended resources Get our weekly email newsletter About This Episode: Insufficient energy availability can significantly disrupt normal hormonal, metabolic, and physiological processes, prompting the bo ... Show More
45m 8s
May 6
The Truth About Women’s Metabolism, Muscle & Fat Loss at Every Age | Abbie Smith-Ryan, PhD
In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Abbie Smith-Ryan—one of the leading researchers in exercise physiology and women’s metabolism—to unpack the science of how women should be training through perimenopause, postmenopause, and beyond. We dive into the physiological changes that imp ... Show More
1h 24m
Jan 2025
Stop Counting Calories! Diet Myths Exposed (And What to Do Instead) | Dr. Nick Norwitz : 1245
Everything you’ve been told about weight loss is a lie!In this episode, Dr. Nick Norwitz, a metabolic health expert with accolades from Oxford and Harvard, joins Dave to expose the biggest myth in dieting: Calorie Counting. Together, they dismantle outdated weight-loss advice and ... Show More
1h 27m
May 12
Diversify Your Diet, Forget Calories & Change Your Mindset to Heal Your Metabolism with Ben Azadi
Dr. Mindy is joined by Ben Azadi to chat about metabolic health and Ben's new book, 'Metabolic Freedom.' Ben shares the main reasons behind the increase in metabolic diseases and busts common myths like the idea that weight loss is all about calories in, calories out. He stresses ... Show More
1h 9m
Feb 2025
Recap: Why we avoid exercise and how to overcome it | Daniel Lieberman
Today we’re exploring what evolution can teach us about exercise. When it comes to doing exercise, there’s often a tug-of-war between our body and brain. Our body craves movement - it wants to be leaner, fitter, stronger. But our brain? Well, that’s a different story. It often dr ... Show More
11m 24s