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Mar 2025
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Exercise Physiology | Hormonal Control o...

Dr Mike Todorovic
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In this special episode on exercise physiology, Dr Matt and Dr Mike break down how hormones like adrenaline, growth hormone, cortisol, and others influence which fuels—carbohydrates, fats, or proteins—your body chooses to burn during exercise.


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