Sam Miller Science

Did you know that every 3.2 seconds, there's an internet argument going on about whether something is true or not? That statistic is not evidence based but I see it far too much. I want to create some context around being an evidence-based coach, some issues when it comes to research, the hierarchy of research, and more! Topics include:   - Evidence-Based Research and “Proof” - Brought To You...

Overdue for a Q&A episode and wanted to shed some light on some coaching tools and bust a much about the periodized approach vs habit stacking and share why they are not mutually exclusive. Topics include:   - Q&A’s on Our Team Page - Please Share, Rate, and Review - Transition Mode Disclaimer - Periodized Approach vs Habit Stacking? - Value from Health Tests - PCOS Case Example - Shiny Objec...

There's a concept that explains the endocrine system's functionality that I'm excited to share on today's episode and that is the concept of the negative feedback loop. I'll give you a real life example of the in's and out's of this system, discuss some unique considerations, and give you a reminder about the thermostat. Topics include:   - Negative Feedback Loop - What is a Negative Feedback...

Understanding the anabolism-catabolism spectrum when it comes to metabolism is key in client or your own transformation. I've covered similar topics before including fasted vs fed state but really wanted to look at this through a metabolism lens and show the potential consequences of swinging too far in either direction. Topics include:   - Anabolism and Catabolism Through the Metabolism Lens...

The new sexy things coming out like genetics testing and nutrigenomics are easy to market but are they a scam? I was recently chatting in the DM's about genetics and nutrition and wanted to share what I believe should come before genetics testing. Topics include:   - Scams in Science - Genetics and Nutrition - In the DM’s   - What Should Come Before Genetics Test - Why Physiology is Epig...

If you're an OG listener or follower, back in the day I introduced a framework called the P3 model. One of those P's stands for Perception and I wanted to revisit that, specifically a recent milkshake study with some astounding results. Topics include:   - Perception in P3 Model - Belief Effects Study - Please Keep Sharing, Rate, and Review - The Milkshake Study - My Upcoming Book - Liquid So...

Whether you're a coach or in your own transformation, you've probably been recommenced a nutrition book. Typically, these books follow a specific diet style or someone's N=1 experience which is great. I wanted to create something different in the health and nutrition space so I want to share with you details of my upcoming book and why it's different than most you'll find on shelves today. Topics...

Taking a different angle on metabolic adaptation looking through the lens of weight loss. I have many episodes on this platform covering this topic but not exclusively discussing it's impacts on weight loss. We'll examine metabolic dysfunction, micronutrient considerations, and the long term consequences of extreme dieting. Topics include:   - Different View on Metabolic Adaptation - Deeper E...

I am joined today by one of the very first indiviuals to recognize me out in the wild from the podcast then turned client Garrett GQ Query of Intentional Strength. I've been able to see Garrett grow in so many facets since meeting and wanted to have him on to discuss his perspective about this industry and how he's grown since joining FNMS. ----------  Follow Garrett on Instagram ---------- [...

When are anti-inflammatory supplements, drugs, and practices appropriate and not appropriate? What are the mechanisms of inflammation to understand when to use anti-inflammatory invention? If you recall my Biohack or Bust series last year, we broke down some anti-inflammatory practices but in today's episode, we're going to examine drugs and supplements as well and when they are appropriate. Topic...

You might be spending more time in the gym than necessary and it's hurting your gains and overall results. My team and I have seen this many times when clients come in that are metabolically adapted, under-recovered, and overtraining relative to their recovery. While this doesn't apply to everyone, it is an issue with enough individuals that it's an important topic to cover. We'll discuss what jun...

Glucose Disposal Agents or GDA's are another tool in the coaching toolbox we need to be aware of and use appropriately whether on our own or our client's transformation. There is some confusion around GDA's so I want to clear up some of those misconceptions, explain the benefits and why you would consume GDA's, and some examples. Topics include:   - Breaking Down Glucose Disposal Agents - Met...

Does cheap food really exist and how much does the quality of our food matter? While it's one factor to consider as I'll discuss in today's episode, I also want to share the agriculture perspective that many coaches don't consider. Topics include:   - Cheap Food and Food Quality - Lucky Charms Example - Cheap Food is Just One Factor - Mono-Cropping and Agriculture Perspective - Unit Costs Con...

Are there risks to over supplementation with you or your clients? I've seen many cases where coaches have loaded up their clients on varies supplements and not taking into consideration the potential overlap. We'll take a look at RDA values vs what would be optimal according to research, fat soluble vs water soluble vitamin considerations, iron and herbal supplementation considerations, and more!...

The internet war rages on between team calories and team hormones and it's time for me to step in and give you guys the truth. I'm tired honestly of it all and if you've been a listener for any length of time, you'll know both are important for a successful client transformation so we are going to explore what lies between the two extremes, give you hopefully a really helpful analogy to explain bo...

Imagine for a second a piñata at a birthday party. Children (and some adults) lining up to strike the piñata with a stick in hopes of reaping the rich rewards inside. Does the candy fall out after the first hit? Second? No. It takes many hits before it finally breaks open and that is the analogy I want to use when talking about gaining skillsets as a coach if you feel you should be making more mon...

Recently joined Phil Daru on The Daru Strong Podcast and he asked a lot of great questions I'm not typically asked around post-workout nutrition, body temperature tracking, strategy for female fighters specifically when cutting and competing in a specific weight class, and a lot more! I think you'll really enjoy this conversation. Topics include:   - My Upcoming Book - My Main Focus as a Coac...

A recent 2022 study revealed an interesting connection between neurological reward and obesity and wanted to share the study and my thoughts on this platform. We'll take a look at the fat vs carbs debate, study details, and CICO vs quality of life considerations. Topics include:   - Recent 2022 Study on Brain Reward and Obesity - FNMS Program and Upcoming Workshop - Fat vs Carb Debate - Hedon...

Short Saturday episode to announce our winners of the Summer of Science Giveaway! Thank you to everyone who submitted their reviews it is greatly appreciated and we look forward to bringing you more content and value in future episodes! ---------- [Free] Metabolism School 101: The Video Series http://www.metabolismschool.com/metabolism-101 ---------- Grab a Copy of My New Book - Metabolism Made Si...

MyFitnessPal has dominated in digital food tracking for years but did you know there's an alternative? An alternative that may be superior to MFP? Today's episode is a breakdown between MyFitnessPal and Cronometer, micronutrient considerations, user-friendliness, and more! Topics include:   - MyFitnessPal vs Cronometer - Cronometer Discount - Comparing MyFitnessPal vs Cronometer - Zooming Out...

Gut health as you probably know is becoming more and more popular in the health and fitness space but we don't often talk about the connection between infancy and early childhood and the microbiome. Today's episode is a deep dive into this exact topic, covering many perspectives including the mother's environment, breast milk vs formula considerations, the benefits of pets, and more! Topics includ...

One important consideration we need to keep in mind as coaches or someone on their own transformation journey is the role of stress and how this affects appetite and following a given nutrition protocol. I'm sure you've dealt with stressful times in your life and that can potentially trigger either the urge to overeat or not eat enough, leading to potentially low energy. We'll take a look at a rec...

I typically don't share a lot of personal stories or experiences but I thought these 3 particular stories from my past would be valuable for you. I'm a product of mentorship and, roughly adding all I've invested so far, could have easily bought a very nice sports car. I believe in mentorship despite one of my first large investments not going the way I planned. Listen in to that story and more! &n...

Thought it was about time for another Q&A and this episode is very tactical and action oriented covering everything from nutrition protocols to energy balance to testing. Topics and questions include:   - Please Share, Rate, and Review - Diet Phase Length Before Changing - TDEE and Figuring Out Energy Balance for Clients - Men vs Women and Life Changes - Frequency of Testing and Cost Consider...

Building a coaching business that has lasting success and traction is dependent on the coaching brand's message and relevancy to their specific audience. As a coach or "influencer" grows, their topics of conversation grow along with them. Many coaches I see in the same do their messaging and branding backwards, talking about everything initially and not establishing that authority within your nich...