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Now displaying: August, 2017
Aug 18, 2017

In this episode, David answers some of the common questions submitted by you, the listeners!

 

David discusses;

 

Topic 1: Weight training belts

 

What is the effect of belts on performance?

 

Are they of benefit to a bodybuilder?

 

Do they alter muscle activation?

 

What are the common mistakes people make with belts?

 

 

Topic 2: Knee sleeves

 

What is the current level of evidence?

 

What may be the mechanism by which they benefit performance?

 

 

Topic 3: Body weight fluctuations

 

Why is weight loss, fat loss , and weight cutting very different?

 

What causes bodyweight fluctuations?

 

How can we manipulate these factors to benefit in a weight cut?

 

What common refueling mistakes do people make following weigh-ins?

 

Full show notes at: www.hpascience.com/episode52

Aug 11, 2017

 

 

In this episode, David is joined by Dr. Mark Tarnopolsky. Dr. Tarnopolsky is a professor in McMaster University and leads a research team with the primary focus on neuromuscular and neurometabolic diseases and rehabilitation.

The overall goal of their research program is to discover and evaluate therapies that will enhance muscle function in people with acquired and genetic neuromuscular diseases and mitochondrial dysfunction. They have a particular interest in the potential for exercise, pharmacological and nutraceutical interventions to enhance muscle function and improve muscle mass. Their program spans the research disciplines from cell culture all the way to small-scale clinical trials.

 

In this episode David & Dr. Tarnopolsky discuss;

 

What are microvesicles & exosomes?

 

What are the potential applications of exosomes in:

 

Clinical settings and disease?

Exercise physiology

 

By what mechanisms do we believe exosomes are exerting their effect?

 

What is the potential future research into the area of exosomes going to look like? 

 

For full show notes see: www.hpascience.com/episode51

Aug 4, 2017

In this episode, David is joined by Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum. Jordan is an experienced strength coach who is currently finishing up his medical degree. In addition to a laundry list of credentials, Jordan is also an elite powerlifter who has held one of the top 20 totals of all-time.

 

Dr. Feigenbaum’s professional qualifications include:

 

 

  • Eastern Virginia Medical School - Doctor of Medicine (2016)
  • Saint Louis University School of Medicine - Masters of Anatomy and Physiology (2012)
  • Truman State University - Bachelor of Science in Biology (2008)
  • Starting Strength - Starting Strength Coach and Seminar Staff Member (2012-Present)
  • National Strength and Conditioning Association - Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (2008 - Present)
  • United States of America Weightlifting- Club Coach (2009-Present)
  • American College of Sports Medicine - Health and Fitness Specialist (2008-Present)
  • CrossFit - Level 1 Instructor (2009-Present)

 

David & Jordan discuss:

 

What rate of injuries occur in competitive powerlifting?

 

Is powerlifting damaging to the heart?

 

How does powerlifting compare to other sports in terms of risk?

 

What impact does weight training have on bone health?

 

What impact does weight training have on longevity?

 

How should we alter training for an elderly population? How hard should we push elderly clients?

How to maximise efficiency? 

And a lot of interesting tangents…

 

Full show notes available at: www.hpascience.com/episode50

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