Docs Who Lift
Docs Who Lift
Drs. Spencer and Karl Nadolsky talk about nutrition, medicine, and fitness through the lens of two physicians who lift weights. Both doctors are former NCAA division 1 wrestlers who have gone into medicine. Dr. Spencer Nadolsky is a board certified family physician specialized in obesity medicine and lipidology. Dr. Karl Nadolsky is a board certified endocrinologist also specialized in obesity medicine.
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Jul 7, 2026
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Episodes
Neurobiology of Obesity with Dr. Stephan Guyenet 12.09.2022 54:46
Drs. Karl and Spencer sit down with neurobiologist and obesity researcher Dr. Stephan Guyenet to discuss how the brain is the main organ involved in obesity. Learn: How the brain regulates our body fatness The difference between hunger and cravings Why we eat How the new GLP-1 class of medicines help Visit his blog See if you qualify for the GLP-1 medicines Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company...
Obesity causes low testosterone 05.09.2022 30:49
Drs. Karl and Spencer discuss with endocrinologist Dr. Bonnecaze all about male obesity-related secondary hypogonadism (low testosterone). Learn: - How obesity causes low testosterone - What to do about it For workouts click here For nutrition help click here For medical weight loss click here Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and us...
Intro to Osteoporosis 29.08.2022 28:18
Drs. Karl and Spencer discuss with Dr. Pessah-Pollack, an osteoporosis focused endocrinologist, all about osteoporosis. Learn: The risk factors for osteoporosis How to screen for it How prevent it Why you should care Use LiftRx to prevent osteoporosis Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Bariatric surgery for weight loss 22.08.2022 51:45
Drs. Karl and Spencer sit down with bariatric surgeon Dr. Garth Davis to discuss the ins and outs of surgery for weight loss. Learn: The types of surgery Whether it is safe or not How well does it work And whether Garth lifts or not. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Response to Bill Maher 16.08.2022 37:41
Drs. Spencer and Karl sit down with Ted Kyle to discuss his recent mentions on the Bill Maher show. We go over Ted's advocacy in obesity and how Bill misrepresented Ted's out-of-context quotes. Visit Ted's website here Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The ultimate guide to hypothyroidism testing 08.08.2022 58:02
Drs. Karl and Spencer discuss with Hormones Demystified, an endocrinologist, about testing for hypothyroidism. Learn: - The basics of testing - Whether TSH is enough - If you need antibodies - If reverse T3 and free T3 are needed - and more! Get Dr. Spencer's Free Start Here guide - download here See Hormones Demystified blog to learn much more about the thyroid Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz co...
Hormones Demystified 01.08.2022 43:59
Drs. Karl and Spencer discuss the origin story of Hormones Demystified and how people get sucked into pseudoscience quackery. Hormones Demystified is one of the top myth busting blogs out there dedicated to discussing hormones. The person behind the blog is anonymous, but you get an inside scoop right here. This is part 1 of a 2 part series. Click here to check out HormonesDemystified.com Hosted b...
Tirzepatide...Bariatric surgery in an injection? 25.07.2022 37:52
Drs. Karl and Spencer discuss the newly FDA approved medicine Mounjaro (Tirzepatide) and its effect on sugars and weight. It works similarly to the other GLP-1 meds... but better. Learn: How it works How well it works and if you should look into it. go to joinsequence.com if interested Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of per...
Do you have Low T? 18.07.2022 35:11
Drs. Karl and Spencer have fellow Doc Who Lifts Dr. Bonnecaze back on the show to discuss hypogonadism (low testosterone) in men. Learn: The signs and symptoms of hypogonadism Whether you should get tested or not How to test properly And why most people do it wrong Go to LiftRx to get Dr. Spencer's monthly workout program. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for informati...
Weight Loss Medicine: GLP-1s 11.07.2022 44:29
Drs. Karl and Spencer discuss the most powerful medicines currently available for weight loss - the GLP-1s. Learn: How these medicines work How much weight loss on average to expect from these medicine The possible side effects and how to minimize them Go to JoinSequence.com to see if you're eligible for one Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our co...
Weight Loss Medicine: Phentermine, Qsymia, Contrave 04.07.2022 44:41
Drs. Karl and Spencer discuss the weight loss effects of phentermine, Qsymia (phentermine/topiramate), and Contrave (bupropion/naltrexone). Learn: How each of these medicines work. How effective each medicine is. Who shouldn't take these medicines. Go to JoinSequence.com for Dr. Spencer's telemedicine program Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our c...
Weight Loss Medicine: Orlistat and Plenity 27.06.2022 26:30
Drs. Karl and Spencer have guest Dr. Alex Bonnecaze on to discuss Orlistat and Plenity. Learn: - How well these two substances work for weight loss - How they they actually work - Side effects - and whether you should even look into them or not. For Dr. Spencer's online clinic - go to JoinSequence.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collectio...
Are you a fit for weight loss medicines? 20.06.2022 30:40
Drs. Karl and Spencer go over the indications for taking medicines for weight loss. Dr. Spencer's online clinic -> JoinSequence.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Are your hormones stopping your weight loss? 13.06.2022 42:59
Drs. Karl and Spencer discuss whether your hormones are stopping you from weight loss. Learn: Secondary hormonal causes of obesity Is it your thyroid? Cushing's (or other high cortisol causes) Is it all calories in versus out? and more Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Docs Who Lift Go Vegan 06.06.2022 29:03
Drs. Karl and Spencer aren't actual vegans, but they did a vegan stint for a month. Take a listen to hear what happened. Learn: What happened to their strength, lipids, and body composition. How Dr. Spencer almost puked from vegan "junk food". Whether or not you can be healthy eating meat. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of...
Weight Stigma 30.05.2022 38:20
Drs. Karl and Spencer discuss weight stigma What is weight stigma? Why is it harmful? What to do about it (it's hard) Consensus statement - https://www.nature.com/articles/s41591-020-0803-x Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Do you need a continuous glucose monitor? 24.05.2022 53:02
Some people say everyone needs a continuous glucose monitor (CGM). Some people say that no one needs one. Drs. Karl and Spencer and joined by two other endocrinologists and two other diabetes educators to discuss: What are CGMs? Do they help in type 1 or 2 diabetes or even prediabetes? What about those without blood sugar issues? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for in...
The Gym Clinic - Your Doctor's Office as a Gym 16.05.2022 22:30
Drs. Karl and Spencer discuss incorporating a gym into a doctor's office to utilize exercise as medicine. You'll learn: How this idea came about How it would work Why it is important How Dr. Spencer got fired - LOL only half kidding. Click here to read the published article Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data f...
Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) 12.05.2022 30:27
Drs. Karl and Spencer Nadolsky discuss screening for and treating nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). Learn: - What NAFLD is - Why you should be aware of it - The difference between nonalcoholic fatty liver and nonalcoholic steatohepatitis - What to do if you get it - What diets are best to treat or prevent it Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information abou...
Intermittent Fasting and Weight Loss 02.05.2022 28:16
Drs. Karl and Spencer Nadolsky discuss the new study on intermittent fasting from the New England Journal of Medicine. You'll learn: - What types of intermittent fasting methods are out there - If they help you lose weight more than just cutting calories in general - If there are other benefits beyond the calorie restriction The NEJM Study Other new study mentioned from the journal Obesity Hosted...
Can you be healthy with obesity? 25.04.2022 24:10
Drs. Karl and Spencer discuss the idea behind metabolically healthy obesity (MHO). Learn: - If it is possible to have obesity and be "healthy" - What entails "health" - How to get healthier Recent review LiftRx.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Diet plans and accountability for weight loss - QnA Episode 18.04.2022 31:40
Drs. Karl and Spencer answer a few questions from a fellow physician. Learn: - How they help their patients with accountability with lifestyle and weight loss - If they prescribe specific diet plans to their patients - and much more www. LiftRx.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Medicines that cause weight gain 11.04.2022 31:18
Drs. Karl and Spencer go over the common medicines that cause weight gain and some alternatives that can help. Recent meta-analysis from Endocrine Society Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
How to Diagnose Obesity 04.04.2022 30:57
The medical diagnosis of obesity isn't as simple as a BMI anymore. Take a listen to Drs. Karl and Spencer Nadolsky discuss how it should be diagnosed when you walk into a doctor's office. AACE Obesity Guidelines Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The Thyroid Diet 28.03.2022 29:45
Drs. Karl and Spencer discuss how diet can affect your hypothyroidism. Learn: If you should avoid broccoli or soy If cutting out gluten is worth it If you can even lose weight with thyroid issues Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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