Supplement Engineer Podcast

Episode #47: Dr. Eric Helms -- Bodybuilding & Dietary Supplements


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In this episode of the Supplement Engineer Podcast, I'm joined by Dr. Eric Helms.
 
Dr. Helms is a veteran of the United States Air Force, an accomplished professional natural bodybuilder, a PhD in strength and conditioning, the chief science officer for 3D Muscle Journey, and Captain America of the Evidence-Based Avengers.
 
In this wide-ranging episode, we discuss:
Life in New Zealand and differences between life in the USA
The many different “hats” Dr. Helms wears (coach, athlete, science communicator, author, etc.)
Biggest differences between this competition season and his previous ones
The dawn of the “enlightened meathead”
Avoiding obsession and compulsion while becoming proficient in a art form (bodybuilding, martial arts, etc.)
Being a man of many talents while staving off burnout
Undertaking new challenges with Strongman training
Volume, intensity, and knowing how hard to push during training in order to make progress
Coaching clients who thrive off “crushing” every workout
“99% of the supplements available on the market don’t do anything”
What role (if any) supplements play in helping people succeed in training
Dr. Helms’ personal experience with dietary supplements
How much evidence does he need to see before feeling comfortable enough to use a supplement or recommend it
Being an “early adopter” with new dietary supplements
Dr. Helms’ current supplement stack
 
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