Building Lifelong Athletes

 Every body has heard of the term blood pressure, but what does it actually measure? In Episode 7 we are going to talk about all things blood pressure, and how this topic is often not talked about but is crucial for lifelong health.   References ACCORD Study Group, Cushman, W. C., Evans, G. W., Byington, R. P., Goff, D. C., Grimm, R. H., Cutler, J. A., Simons-Morton, D. G., Basile, J. N....

You might be past the days of being peer-pressured into smoking cigarettes, but today we are going to talk all about tobacco and how it affects your health. References: https://www.cdc.gov/tobacco/data_statistics/fact_sheets/health_effects/effects_cig_smoking/ https://www.cdc.gov/tobacco/data_statistics/fact_sheets/secondhand_smoke/health_effects/index.htm Besaratinia, A., & Tommasi, S. (2020)...

In Episode 5 of this podcast we talk about body composition and why it matters. Although this topic can be a bit touchy, this is a very important concept that needs to be talked about. In this episode we cover topics like BMI, measuring body composition, and the metabolic effects of adipose tissue.   References: Borga, M., West, J., Bell, J. D., Harvey, N. C., Romu, T., Heymsfield, S. B., &am...

You can sleep when you're dead, right? WRONG! In this podcast we give an overview on all things related to sleep. After listening to this you will understand why sleep is important, and also how to set yourself up for a successful night sleep! References https://www.sleepfoundation.org/ https://www.cdc.gov/sleep/index.html   Disclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment, education, and inform...

In this podcast we cover all things exercise, and how we think about incorporating exercise into our daily lives. Learn about the benefits of exercise, how much you should be working out, how to pick a workout program that's right for you, and our approach to modifying workouts.   Disclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment, education, and informational purposes only. The topics  discu...

Confused about what to believe about nutrition? We don't blame you. In Episode Two we talk about our approach to building a healthy dietary pattern, and how there are multiple ways to achieve this goal.   References in this podcast: Johnston, B. C., Kanters, S., Bandayrel, K., Wu, P., Naji, F., Siemieniuk, R. A., Ball, G. D. C., Busse, J. W., Thorlund, K., Guyatt, G., Jansen, J. P., & Mil...

Are you looking to improve your health and be a lifelong athlete? If so, you've come to the right place! In this podcast, we'll share the nine things you need to live a healthy life. From nutrition to exercise to sleep habits to managing your blood sugar and cholesterol levels, these are the 9 things you need to live a healthy life. If you're looking to improve your health and longevity, start wit...