Imperfect Progress with Anne Guzman
76 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 months ago - ★★★★★ - 21 ratingsThe place to be if you want actionable information from the best in the industry related to sport science and nutrition. We also talk about navigating adversity and every guest has a story to share. Let's learn, laugh and grow together.
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Not All Wheezing is Asthma: Navigating Breathing Issues In Athletes for Better Management with Dr. James Hull EP: 36
October 08, 2023 12:00 - 52 minutes - 48.9 MBHave you ever pushed yourself to the limit in a ride or race, only to be held back because you're struggling to breathe? You're not alone - as many as half of athletes face respiratory issues. During this episode of the Imperfect Progress Podcast, Dr. James Hull, a pulmonologist and Professor at the ISEH- the Institute of Sport Exercise and Health at UCL unpacks what athletes may be struggling with and why a diagnosis can be complicated. We'll explore the differences between asthma and exer...
How To Build Resilient Bones at Every Age - Dr. Lora Giangregorio - Episode 34
August 21, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 103 MBOsteoporosis, the "Silent Thief," erodes bones without a whisper. Whether you're an athlete or just cherish mobility, your bones are partners in every adventure. During this podcast we unveil the secrets of your skeletal strength, embracing aging gracefully and embracing life's potential. Your bones are always building and breaking down, shaping your strength, agility, and health. Your choices matter: what you eat, how you move, genetics, age – they all impact your bone health. Today, we d...
Pro Cyclist Haley Smith Opens Up About Confidence, Mental Health and Finding Joy in Sport
July 04, 2023 18:00 - 1 hour - 108 MBPro cyclist Haley Smith is no stranger to the cycling world. She's a force on two wheels, and vulnerability and her willingness to share her inner struggles is a super power in and of itself. If you struggle with confidence, are always comparing yourself to others, and obsess about watts per kilo or data, listening to conversation is guaranteed to help you loosen your grip a bit and enjoy the process of sport more. And isn't that the point of it all? During this powerful conversation Hale...
How To Build New Habits and Make Them STICK with Neuroscientist Dr. Scott Frey
June 12, 2023 01:35 - 1 hour - 132 MBAre you tired of the frustration and disappointment of struggling to follow through on your habits? Have you ever experienced the pain of starting a new routine only to find yourself skipping days or abandoning it altogether? It's a disempowering cycle that leaves us wondering why we can't stay on track. During this podcast episode, I've had an enlightening conversation with renowned Neuroscientist and Psychologist Dr. Scott Frey. Join us as we dive deep into the realm of limiting self-...
How Over-Exercising and Under Fueling Can Impact Athlete Heart Health
May 06, 2023 21:04 - 1 hour - 67.8 MBHow can under eating, over exercising, high stress events and losing your period as a result, potentially contribute to poorer heart health? The science is surprising and it isn't being talked about enough. My guest today sheds light on all of these. It's important information that's not getting out to many athletes and coaches. Today’s guest Dr. Chrisandra Shufelt is an expert in women’s heart health and menopause, Dr. Shufelt is Professor and Chair of the Division of General Internal Medi...
Athletic Success at What Cost? The Potential Impact of Over-Exercise and Under Nutrition on Female Athlete Heart Health
May 06, 2023 21:04 - 1 hour - 67.8 MBHow can under eating, over exercising, high stress events and losing your period as a result, potentially contribute to poorer heart health? The science is surprising and it isn't being talked about enough. My guest today sheds light on all of these. It's important information that's not getting out to many athletes and coaches. Today’s guest Dr. Chrisandra Shufelt is an expert in women’s heart health and menopause, Dr. Shufelt is Professor and Chair of the Division of General Internal Medi...
Endurance Athletes and Heart Health: Even the Fittest Among Us Need to Take Cardiovascular Health Seriously
March 18, 2023 22:42 - 1 hour - 71.1 MBWelcome to episode 31 of the Imperfect Progress Podcast! On today's podcast I had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Meagan Wasfy, a sports cardiologist and echocardiographer at the Mass General Hospital Brigham, Massachusetts. Dr. Wasfy completed her undergraduate degree is from Harvard College and medical degree from Harvard Medical School. She serves as team cardiologist for Harvard Athletics and co-medical director for the Boston Athletic Association. Her research focus is on optimizin...
Nutrition and Cycling: The Science of High Carb Diets, Blood Sugar, and Insulin Revealed with Dr. Javier Gonzalez - Episode 30
January 30, 2023 14:02 - 1 hour - 65.8 MBWelcome! Today's episode is about all things carbohydrates, insulin and blood sugar, at rest or during cycling and other endurance exercise. My guest Dr. Javier Gonzalez is deeply invested in research in the area of Nutrition and Metabolism and has over 159 papers published in the field. He's deepling interested in understanding human fuel use, specifically how we obtain fuel from our diet, how we burn fuel during exercise, and how we store fuel when we have more than we need. As a Profess...
Cycling Can Wreak Havoc on Your Bones - Take Action Today -Episode 29 with Dr. Eimear Dolan
December 29, 2022 21:29 - 1 hour - 83 MBBone injuries can end your athletic season and even your athletic career - yet bone is often an after thought. If you're having repetitive bone stress injuries, there are likely other things going on with your nutrition and training that need further investigation. It's never too late to intervene with bone health. As a cyclist, poor bone health can often go unnoticed due to the non weight bearing nature of the sport. It's often not until someone crashes, and gets a bone density scan as a ...
Episode 29: Cycling Can Wreak Havoc on Your Bones - Take Action Today - with Dr. Eimear Dolan
December 29, 2022 21:29 - 1 hour - 83 MBBone injuries can end your athletic season and even your athletic career - yet bone is often an after thought. If you're having repetitive bone stress injuries, there are likely other things going on with your nutrition and training that need further investigation. It's never too late to intervene with bone health. As a cyclist, poor bone health can often go unnoticed due to the non weight bearing nature of the sport. It's often not until someone crashes, and gets a bone density scan as a ...
Will Caffeine Improve Your Cycling Performance? If so in what dose? What timing? -Episode 28 Dr. Bryan Saunders
November 25, 2022 21:12 - 1 hour - 81.4 MBCaffeine, America's most popular drug. More than 85% of Americans drink at least one caffeinated drink per day. But for athletes, caffeine is a drug that's not restricted by WADA, which means athletes can use it and reap the benefits in their sports nutrition plan. I know what you're thinking, my coffee is a drug!? I know, that sounds strange, but indeed it is! Ever skip a few days? Withdrawals! If you do use caffeine to improve performance, whether on your bike, mountain biking, gravel...
Episode 28: Will Caffeine Improve Your Cycling Performance? If so in what dose? What timing? And Do Your Genetics Matter? - Dr. Bryan Saunders
November 25, 2022 21:12 - 1 hour - 81.4 MBCaffeine, America's most popular drug. More than 85% of Americans drink at least one caffeinated drink per day. But for athletes, caffeine is a drug that's not restricted by WADA, which means athletes can use it and reap the benefits in their sports nutrition plan. I know what you're thinking, my coffee is a drug!? I know, that sounds strange, but indeed it is! Ever skip a few days? Withdrawals! If you do use caffeine to improve performance, whether on your bike, mountain biking, gravel...
Episode 27: 6 Sports Nutrition Myths Debunked and Backed By Science with Erik Bustillo
October 28, 2022 20:49 - 57 minutes - 79.5 MBDon't make the mistake of believing the hype. It could cost you your race. Scroll Instagram for 5 minutes and you'll be inundated with diet and sports nutrition advice. Unfortunately a lot of it is BS. The reason I do this podcast is to bring you quality information from credible sources, so you don't have to learn everything the hard way. This conversation does exactly this. My guest is Eric Bustillo. Registered Dietitian, personal trainer, CrossFit coach and RD to many special forces at...
6 Sports Nutrition Myths Debunked and Backed By Science Episode 27 with Erik Bustillo
October 28, 2022 20:49 - 57 minutes - 79.5 MBDon't make the mistake of believing the hype. It could cost you your bike race. Scroll Instagram for 5 minutes and you'll be inundated with diet and sports nutrition advice. Unfortunately a lot of it is BS. The reason I do this podcast is to bring you quality information from credible sources, so you don't have to learn everything the hard way. This conversation does exactly this. My podcast guest is Eric Bustillo. Registered Dietitian, personal trainer, CrossFit coach and RD to many spec...
Episode 26: Olympian Ruth Winder’s Low Calorie Diet Almost Derailed her Cycling Career. Here’s How She Turned Things Around and Won Nationals Fully Fuelled
September 26, 2022 23:58 - 1 hour - 95.8 MBOlympic cyclist Ruth Winder knows a thing or two about racing, cycling culture and what it takes to be one of the best cyclists in the world. Ruth has won stages and the GC in some of the most prestigious races on the World Cup circuit. Like most athletes, she's no stranger to adversity . Today Ruth shares some important lessons she's learned over the last 15 years on the road and track circuit. Ruth shares her story around relative energy deficiency in sport (RED-s) , how she ended up con...
Olympian Ruth Winder’s Low Calorie Diet Almost Derailed her Cycling Career. Here’s How She Turned Things Around and Won Nationals Fully Fuelled -Episode 26
September 26, 2022 23:58 - 1 hour - 95.8 MBOlympic cyclist Ruth Winder knows a thing or two about bike racing, cycling culture and what it takes to be one of the best cyclists in the world. Ruth has won stages and the GC in some of the most prestigious races on the World Cup circuit. Like most athletes, she's no stranger to adversity . In today's podcast Ruth shares some important lessons she's learned over the last 15 years on the road and track circuit. Ruth shares her story around relative energy deficiency in sport (RED-s) , ho...
Episode 25: Considering Creatine Supplementation? Smart Move - Get The Insider Scoop Here with Dr. Scott Forbes
August 19, 2022 20:35 - 1 hour - 67.9 MBEveryone's talking about creatine and rightfully so. As the most proven sports nutrition supplement on the market, it holds a lot of clout and can be an asset to both your performance and health span. There's a lot of new research around creatine, and I wanted to make sure you were up to date, so I invited expert Dr. Scott Forbes onto the podcast to answer some important questions. Dr. Forbes is an associate professor in the department of Physical Education Studies at Brandon University an...
Considering Creatine Supplementation? Smart Move - Get The Insider Scoop Here: Episode 25 with Dr. Scott Forbes
August 19, 2022 20:35 - 1 hour - 67.9 MBEveryone's talking about creatine and rightfully so. As the most proven sports nutrition supplement on the market, it holds a lot of clout and can be an asset to both your performance and health span. It may even benefit your road biking or gravel cycling! There's a lot of new research around creatine, and I wanted to make sure you were up to date, so I invited expert Dr. Scott Forbes onto the podcast to answer some important questions. Dr. Forbes is an associate professor in the departmen...
Episode 24: Here's Everything You Need to Know About Heart Rate Variability (HRV) and The Best Devices on The Market with Dr. Marco Altini
July 21, 2022 19:51 - 1 hour - 76.8 MBThere are a lot of devices and apps measuring your body's physiological data on the market, but can they really help you recover and perform better? Heart rate variability (HRV) is getting a lot of attention these days, as are metrics that measure 'recovery' and stress. I wanted to get clear on the differences between these data, how athletes can use them, how accurate they are and what the most accurate devices and apps on the market are. To make sure I got the straight facts, I reached...
Marco Altini: Everything You Need to Know About Heart Rate Variability (HRV) and The Best Devices on The Market: Episode 24
July 21, 2022 19:51 - 1 hour - 76.8 MBThere are a lot of devices and apps measuring your body's physiological data on the market, but can they really help you recover and perform better? Heart rate variability (HRV) is getting a lot of attention these days, as are metrics that measure 'recovery' and stress. I wanted to get clear on the differences between these data, how athletes can use them, how accurate they are and what the most accurate devices and apps on the market are. To make sure I got the straight facts, I reached...
Episode 23: Can Turmeric Improve Your Recovery and Help with Pain Management? Get the Insider Scoop Here with Dr. Ravi Mohan
June 22, 2022 20:14 - 1 hour - 56.9 MBTurmeric, it's more than just a spice to add flavor and color to your cuisine. In fact the evidence is starting to accumulate that turmeric reduces inflammation, improves recovery and can be as effective as Tylenol (paracetamol) in reducing osteoarthritis pain. I started using turmeric after a good friend recommended I try turmeric ginger shots a year ago. I was admittedly skeptical, but he swore it had significantly reduced his joint pain. As someone who lives with chronic neck pain, I wa...
Can Turmeric Improve Your Recovery and Help with Pain Management? Get the Insider Scoop Here - Episode 23 Dr. Ravi Mohan
June 22, 2022 20:14 - 1 hour - 56.9 MBTurmeric, it's more than just a spice to add flavor and color to your cuisine. In fact the evidence is starting to accumulate that turmeric reduces inflammation, improves athlete recovery and can be as effective as Tylenol (paracetamol) in reducing osteoarthritis pain. I started using turmeric after a good friend recommended I try turmeric ginger shots a year ago. I was admittedly skeptical, but he swore it had significantly reduced his joint pain. As someone who lives with chronic neck p...
Heat Slowing You Down on Race Day? Beat The Heat Like a Cycling Pro, Here's How: Episode 22 with Dr. Stephen Cheung
May 19, 2022 16:55 - 1 hour - 128 MBEvery year athletes drop out of races because the heat beats them down. It's a hard pill to swallow after all of that training you've put in, to have to DNF. But it doesn't have to be that way. Heat adaptation is a powerful performance tool that even the best in the world aren't implementing, but they should be. The proof is in the science and the many Olympians who have put it to the test. In this podcast episode I had the privilege to speak with Environmental Physiology expert Dr. Steph...
Heat Slowing You Down on Race Day? Beat The Heat Like a Pro, Here's How. with Dr. Stephen Cheung
May 19, 2022 16:55 - 1 hour - 128 MBEvery year athletes drop out of races because the heat beats them down. It's a hard pill to swallow after all of that training you've put in, to have to DNF. But it doesn't have to be that way. Heat adaptation is a powerful performance tool that even the best in the world aren't implementing, but they should be. The proof is in the science and the many Olympians who have put it to the test. In this podcast episode I had the privilege to speak with Environmental Physiology expert Dr. Steph...
Episode 22: Heat Slowing You Down on Race Day? Beat The Heat Like a Pro, Here's How. with Dr. Stephen Cheung
May 19, 2022 16:55 - 1 hour - 128 MBEvery year athletes drop out of races because the heat beats them down. It's a hard pill to swallow after all of that training you've put in, to have to DNF. But it doesn't have to be that way. Heat adaptation is a powerful performance tool that even the best in the world aren't implementing, but they should be. The proof is in the science and the many Olympians who have put it to the test. In this podcast episode I had the privilege to speak with Environmental Physiology expert Dr. Steph...
5 Proven Ways Exercise Can Lift Depression and Anxiety: Episode 21 with Dr. Jennifer Heisz
March 21, 2022 11:46 - 55 minutes - 51.1 MBOver the last decade, more research has focused on the benefits of exercise in alleviating and treating depression and anxiety. I had the incredible opportunity to speak with Neuroscientist Dr. Jennifer Heisz about this topic today. Dr. Heisz is an Associate Professor in the Department of Kinesiology at McMaster University and directs the Neurofit Lab. She received her Ph.D. in Cognitive Neuroscience and completed her Postdoctoral Fellowship in Brain Health and Aging at the Rotman Research ...
Episode 21: 5 Proven Ways Exercise Can Lift Depression and Anxiety - with Dr. Jennifer Heisz
March 21, 2022 11:46 - 55 minutes - 51.1 MBOver the last decade, more research has focused on the benefits of exercise in alleviating and treating depression and anxiety. I had the incredible opportunity to speak with Neuroscientist Dr. Jennifer Heisz about this topic today. Dr. Heisz is an Associate Professor in the Department of Kinesiology at McMaster University and directs the Neurofit Lab. She received her Ph.D. in Cognitive Neuroscience and completed her Postdoctoral Fellowship in Brain Health and Aging at the Rotman Research ...
Episode #20: Why we lose muscle mass and strength with age and what we can start doing about it today to stay strong and resilient - with Dr. Stuart Phillips
January 18, 2022 21:06 - 1 hour - 68.1 MBEver wonder why you're not recovering as quickly as you used to, why your joints feel a bit more "crickety," and why your training routine isn't bringing you the returns it used to? With age, our bodies change and our muscles change. We must understand what to tweak to best manage our changing bodies and keep them strong and resilient. I reached out to Dr. Stuart Phillips to discuss the topic of muscle loss related to aging, how this can impact our functionality and quality of life, and wh...
Dr. Stuart Phillips: Why we lose muscle mass and strength with age and what we can start doing about it today to stay strong and resilient: Episode 21
January 18, 2022 21:06 - 1 hour - 68.1 MBEver wonder why you're not recovering as quickly as you used to, why your joints feel a bit more "crickety," and why your training routine isn't bringing you the returns it used to? With age, our bodies change and our muscles change. We must understand what to tweak to best manage our changing bodies and keep them strong and resilient. I reached out to Dr. Stuart Phillips to discuss the topic of muscle loss related to aging, how this can impact our functionality and quality of life, and wh...
Ketone supplements, are they a sham, or can they improve cycling performance? Are they the next thing for anti-aging? Episode 20 Brianna Stubbs
November 23, 2021 01:29 - 1 hour - 77.1 MB"As ketone levels go up, ketones themselves inhibit their own production. When you drink an exogenous ketone and you elevate the ketones in the blood, you're going to be in the short term, blunting that fat release, that lipolysis component." Dr. Brianna Stubbs If you're an endurance athlete on the internet, there's little doubt you've stumbled across a conversation about ketogenic diets and ketone supplements, and you may have left more confused then when you arrived. That's because there...
Ketone supplements, are they a sham, or can they improve cycling performance? With Dr. Brianna Stubbs- Episode 20
November 23, 2021 01:29 - 1 hour - 77.1 MB"As ketone levels go up, ketones themselves inhibit their own production. When you drink an exogenous ketone and you elevate the ketones in the blood, you're going to be in the short term, blunting that fat release, that lipolysis component." Dr. Brianna Stubbs If you're an endurance athlete on the internet, there's little doubt you've stumbled across a conversation about ketogenic diets and ketone supplements, and you may have left more confused then when you arrived. That's because there...
Episode 19: Ketone supplements, are they a sham, or can they improve athletic performance? Have you heard? They may be the next thing for anti-aging.
November 23, 2021 01:29 - 1 hour - 77.1 MB"As ketone levels go up, ketones themselves inhibit their own production. When you drink an exogenous ketone and you elevate the ketones in the blood, you're going to be in the short term, blunting that fat release, that lipolysis component." Dr. Brianna Stubbs If you're an endurance athlete on the internet, there's little doubt you've stumbled across a conversation about ketogenic diets and ketone supplements, and you may have left more confused then when you arrived. That's because there...
Why Runners Should Strength Train and How To Do It Effectively - With Dr, Richard Blagrove Episode 18
October 23, 2021 20:37 - 1 hour - 65.9 MBYou're a runner or triathlete and you‘re putting in all the miles, but are you spending any time strength training? If you're not strength training should you be? Why? And importantly, HOW? It’s easy to get lost in a Dr. Google search about this question, flustered with the endless contradictory opinions and recommendations. I felt it was important to make sure you were getting the correct information, from an expert in the field who works with runners, researches the topic and wrote the b...
Episode 18: Why runners should incorporate strength training into their programs and how to do it effectively with Richard Blagrove PhD
October 23, 2021 20:37 - 1 hour - 65.9 MBYou're a runner or triathlete and you‘re putting in all the miles, but are you spending any time strength training? If you're not strength training should you be? Why? And importantly, HOW? It’s easy to get lost in a Dr. Google search about this question, flustered with the endless contradictory opinions and recommendations. I felt it was important to make sure you were getting the correct information, from an expert in the field who works with runners, researches the topic and wrote the b...
Richard Blagrove: Why runners should incorporate strength training into their programs and how to do it effectively - Episode 18
October 23, 2021 20:37 - 1 hour - 65.9 MBYou're a runner or triathlete and you‘re putting in all the miles, but are you spending any time strength training? If you're not strength training should you be? Why? And importantly, HOW? It’s easy to get lost in a Dr. Google search about this question, flustered with the endless contradictory opinions and recommendations. I felt it was important to make sure you were getting the correct information, from an expert in the field who works with runners, researches the topic and wrote the b...
Mastering your Mindset and Goal Setting with World Champion Mountain Biker Sonya Looney - Episode 17
August 23, 2021 13:47 - 55 minutes - 49 MBWhy can't you stop that negative chatter in your mind? Would you ever talk to someone the way to talk to yourself? On that note, how should you talk to yourself, in the first person or third person? Hold on, do you even recognize your thought patterns? If not, how do you cultivate the awareness that you have negative self talk running like a reel in your mind? So many questions and so many great answers. I reached out to World Champion Mountain Biker and Health Coach Sonya Looney for this p...
Episode #17: Mastering your Mindset and Goal Setting with World Champion Mountain Biker Sonya Looney
August 23, 2021 13:47 - 55 minutes - 49 MBWhy can't you stop that negative chatter in your mind? Would you ever talk to someone the way to talk to yourself? On that note, how should you talk to yourself, in the first person or third person? Hold on, do you even recognize your thought patterns? If not, how do you cultivate the awareness that you have negative self talk running like a reel in your mind? So many questions and so many great answers. I reached out to World Champion Mountain Biker and Health Coach Sonya Looney who not on...
Mastering your Mindset and Goal Setting with World Champion Mountain Biker Sonya Looney
August 23, 2021 13:47 - 55 minutes - 49 MBWhy can't you stop that negative chatter in your mind? Would you ever talk to someone the way to talk to yourself? On that note, how should you talk to yourself, in the first person or third person? Hold on, do you even recognize your thought patterns? If not, how do you cultivate the awareness that you have negative self talk running like a reel in your mind? So many questions and so many great answers. I reached out to World Champion Mountain Biker and Health Coach Sonya Looney who not on...
Exercise and Fertility: Trying to conceive? Here’s what you should know about exercise and fertility - Episode 16 with Dr. Diana Vaamonde
July 23, 2021 16:37 - 1 hour - 74.2 MBFor athletes looking to conceive during their lifetimes, understanding the potential impacts of exercise on reproductive health is paramount. I noticed that there was very little media attention given to the effects of exercise on reproductive health. After having met many athletes who have struggled with fertility and reproductive health, I wanted to learn more about the topic and share this information with you through my podcast. It was my pleasure to have the opportunity to speak with R...
Episode 16: Exercise and Fertility: Trying to conceive? Here’s what you should know about exercise and fertility with Dr. Diana Vaamonde
July 23, 2021 16:37 - 1 hour - 74.2 MBFor athletes looking to conceive during their lifetimes, understanding the potential impacts of exercise on reproductive health is paramount. I noticed that there was very little media attention given to the effects of exercise on reproductive health. After having met many athletes who have struggled with fertility and reproductive health, I wanted to learn more about the topic and share this information with you through my podcast. It was my pleasure to have the opportunity to speak with R...
Episode #16: Exercise and Fertility: Trying to conceive? Here’s what you should know about exercise and fertility.
July 23, 2021 16:37 - 1 hour - 74.2 MBFor athletes looking to conceive during their lifetimes, understanding the potential impacts of exercise on reproductive health is paramount. I noticed that there was very little media attention given to the effects of exercise on reproductive health. After having met many athletes who have struggled with fertility and reproductive health, I wanted to learn more about the topic and share this information with you through my podcast. It was my pleasure to have the opportunity to speak with R...
Exercise and Fertility: Trying to conceive? Here’s what you should know about exercise and fertility.
July 23, 2021 16:37 - 1 hour - 74.2 MBFor athletes looking to conceive during their lifetimes, understanding the potential impacts of exercise on reproductive health is paramount. I noticed that there was very little media attention given to the effects of exercise on reproductive health. After having met many athletes who have struggled with fertility and reproductive health, I wanted to learn more about the topic and share this information with you through my podcast. It was my pleasure to have the opportunity to speak with R...
Dr. Graeme Close: Athletes and CBD: What you need to know about CBD oil in relation to pain, sleep and anti doping - Episode 15
April 29, 2021 16:06 - 1 hour - 60.9 MBAre you an athlete wondering if CBD oil can help you, if it's safe and whether it can help with pain, recovery or sleep? Well if you ask Dr. Google about it, you’ll get a surprising amount of claims telling you it will definitely help with sleep, recovery, inflammation and mental health and many of these sound very credible and “sciency.” But what if you ask an actual scientist who has spent years researching CBD oil and knows and understands the data and physiology? Will it be so black and ...
Episode #15: Athletes and CBD: What you need to know about CBD oil in relation to pain, sleep and anti doping with Dr. Graeme Close
April 29, 2021 16:06 - 1 hour - 60.9 MBAre you an athlete wondering if CBD oil can help you, if it's safe and whether it can help with pain, recovery or sleep? Well if you ask Dr. Google about it, you’ll get a surprising amount of claims telling you it will definitely help with sleep, recovery, inflammation and mental health and many of these sound very credible and “sciency.” But what if you ask an actual scientist who has spent years researching CBD oil and knows and understands the data and physiology? Will it be so black and ...
Athletes and CBD: What you need to know about pain relief, sleep and anti doping with Dr. Graeme Close
April 29, 2021 16:02 - 1 hour - 60.9 MBCBD oil is a hot topic! If you ask Dr. Google about it, you'll get a surprising amount of claims telling you it will definitely help with sleep, recovery, inflammation and mental health and many of these sound very credible and "sciency." But what if you ask an actual scientist who has spent years researching CBD oil and knows and understands the data and physiology? Will it be so black and white? Today's guest Dr. Graeme Close is exactly the person I wanted to speak with to get you the fa...
Episode #14: This app for tracking your menstrual cycle can empower you, help you manage symptoms and help to normalize periods: with Dr. Lynae Brayboy MD
April 19, 2021 14:13 - 1 hour - 36 MBHave you ever asked yourself, “Why should I track my menstrual cycle?” If so, I’m sure you’re not the only one, but it turns out, this is a pretty empowering thing to do. Are you suffering from cramps and bloating? Is your energy, mood or libido fluctuating? Do you have heavy bleeding some months and not others? When asked to explain this with your physician or coach, are your answers vague? Can you precisely connect times within your cycle? How well do you know your reproductive system? T...
Tracking your menstrual cycle can empower you, help you manage symptoms and help to normalize periods: Episode 14 with Dr. Lynae Brayboy MD
April 19, 2021 14:13 - 1 hour - 36 MBHave you ever asked yourself, “Why should I track my menstrual cycle?” If so, I’m sure you’re not the only one, but it turns out, this is a pretty empowering thing to do. Are you suffering from cramps and bloating? Is your energy, mood or libido fluctuating? Do you have heavy bleeding some months and not others? When asked to explain this with your physician or coach, are your answers vague? Can you precisely connect times within your cycle? How well do you know your reproductive system? T...
Episode #13: A 3x World Champion and her Coach talk Training Progress, Rest, Overcoming Adversity and HRV with Tim Cusick and Amber Neben.
March 30, 2021 03:28 - 1 hour - 53 MBWhen you get a three time world champion and her world class coach on the same podcast, there's a whole lot of wisdom and expertise that arises. Enter Amber Neben and Tim Cusick. Amber Neben is no stranger to cycling. With two world time trial championship gold medals to her name and one team time trial world championship title, plus over 70 career wins, including several national road and time trial titles and being a 2x Olympian, she has more than a little experience to share with us toda...
Three Time World Champion Amber Neben and her Coach Tim Cusick talk Training Progress, Rest, Overcoming Adversity and HRV - Episode 13
March 30, 2021 03:28 - 1 hour - 53 MBWhen you get a three time world champion and her world class coach on the same podcast, there's a whole lot of wisdom and expertise that arises. Enter Amber Neben and Tim Cusick. Amber Neben is no stranger to cycling. With two world time trial championship gold medals to her name and one team time trial world championship title, plus over 70 career wins, including several national road and time trial titles and being a 2x Olympian, she has more than a little experience to share with us toda...
A 3x World Champion and her Coach talk Training Progress, Rest, Overcoming Adversity and HRV.
March 30, 2021 03:28 - 1 hour - 53 MBWhen you get a three time world champion and her world class coach on the same podcast, there's a whole lot of wisdom and expertise that arises. Enter Amber Neben and Tim Cusick. Amber Neben is no stranger to cycling. With two world time trial championship gold medals to her name and one team time trial world championship title, plus over 70 career wins, including several national road and time trial titles and being a 2x Olympian, she has more than a little experience to share with us toda...