Jordan Rennicke, MD

Building Lifelong Athletes

Health EN ↓ 182 episodes

The Building Lifelong Athletes Podcast has one simple goal... to help keep you active and healthy for life. Whether you are a competitive athlete, fitness enthusiast, or just a weekend warrior, this podcast will help you be at your best by delivering practical and actionable information. From cholesterol management to exercise programming, this podcast covers every topic any lifelong athlete needs to know about. Jordan Rennicke, MD is a dual board certified physician in Family and Sports Medicine, has worked with thousands of athletes from all walks of life, and has a passion for learning, tea...

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Jordan Rennicke, MD

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BLA 007: What You Need To Know About Blood Pressure 27.12.2022 9:50

 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....

BLA 006: Tobacco... Just Say No! 20.12.2022 12:30

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)...

BLA 005: Building A Healthy Body Composition 13.12.2022 18:48

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...

BLA 004: Building Healthy Sleep Habits 06.12.2022 24:07

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...

BLA 003: Building Lifelong Exercise Habits 29.11.2022 15:07

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...

BLA 002: Building A Health Promoting Diet 22.11.2022 20:39

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...

BLA 001: The Nine Things You Need For A Healthy Life 16.11.2022 24:35

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...