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Ketone Utilsation for Athletes - Dr Dom D'Ogastino x Dr Dan Plews
In this conversation, Dom D'Agostino discusses his background in nutrition and neuroscience, his research on ketosis and its therapeutic effects, and the use of ketones in fueling performance. They explore the benefits of ketones for endurance athletes, the importance of metabolic flexibility, and the role of ketone supplementation. They also touch on the adaptation to ketosis, the dawn effect, and the relationship between ketones and exercise. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the intersection of strength training and endurance sports. In this conversation, the guest discusses his experience with specific movements in weightlifting and the benefits of incorporating different exercises to address weaknesses. The conversation then shifts to the topic of carbohydrate metabolism and the controversy surrounding high carbohydrate consumption in endurance sports. The guest shares his perspective on the importance of glycemic control and the potential long-term effects of high carbohydrate intake. They also discuss the use of supplements such as magnesium, alpha lipoic acid, and omega-3 fatty acids for performance and recovery.
Takeaways
- Ketosis can have therapeutic effects on the brain and body, stabilizing brain energy metabolism, neurotransmitter systems, and blood flow to the brain.
- Endurance athletes can benefit from training their bodies to use fat as fuel and optimizing their glycemic control through carbohydrate titration.
- Ketone utilization improves with sustained ketosis, allowing the body to produce and dispose of ketones more efficiently.
- The dawn effect, a spike in cortisol in the morning, can impact ketone and glucose levels.
- Strength training and endurance sports can complement each other, with power-to-weight ratio being a key factor in performance. In weightlifting, it is important to address weaknesses by incorporating different exercises that target specific movements and improve stability.
- Ketone esters may have potential benefits for athletic performance, but it is important to use them strategically and avoid high levels that can cause an acidic load and impair performance.
- The controversy surrounding high carbohydrate consumption in endurance sports highlights the need for individualized approaches and the consideration of glycemic control.
- Supplements such as magnesium, alpha lipoic acid, and omega-3 fatty acids can play a role in performance and recovery.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
05:26 Fueling Performance with a Super Fuel
13:12 Optimizing Performance for Endurance Athletes
27:56 Ketone Utilization and Adaptation
30:33 The Role of Carbohydrates and Timing
35:25 The Intersection of Strength Training and Endurance Sports
38:18 Addressing Weaknesses in Weightlifting
39:37 Exploring the New Endurance Sport: High Rocks
41:57 The Potential Benefits and Strategic Use of Ketone Esters for Athletic Performance
47:28 The Controversy of High Carbohydrate Consumption in Endurance Sports
50:53 The Role of Supplements in Performance and Recovery
PILLAR Performance
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Dom D’Ogastino: https://www.instagram.com/dominic.dagostino.kt/
Dr Dan Plews: https://www.instagram.com/theplews/
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By PILLAR PerformanceIn this conversation, Dom D'Agostino discusses his background in nutrition and neuroscience, his research on ketosis and its therapeutic effects, and the use of ketones in fueling performance. They explore the benefits of ketones for endurance athletes, the importance of metabolic flexibility, and the role of ketone supplementation. They also touch on the adaptation to ketosis, the dawn effect, and the relationship between ketones and exercise. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the intersection of strength training and endurance sports. In this conversation, the guest discusses his experience with specific movements in weightlifting and the benefits of incorporating different exercises to address weaknesses. The conversation then shifts to the topic of carbohydrate metabolism and the controversy surrounding high carbohydrate consumption in endurance sports. The guest shares his perspective on the importance of glycemic control and the potential long-term effects of high carbohydrate intake. They also discuss the use of supplements such as magnesium, alpha lipoic acid, and omega-3 fatty acids for performance and recovery.
Takeaways
- Ketosis can have therapeutic effects on the brain and body, stabilizing brain energy metabolism, neurotransmitter systems, and blood flow to the brain.
- Endurance athletes can benefit from training their bodies to use fat as fuel and optimizing their glycemic control through carbohydrate titration.
- Ketone utilization improves with sustained ketosis, allowing the body to produce and dispose of ketones more efficiently.
- The dawn effect, a spike in cortisol in the morning, can impact ketone and glucose levels.
- Strength training and endurance sports can complement each other, with power-to-weight ratio being a key factor in performance. In weightlifting, it is important to address weaknesses by incorporating different exercises that target specific movements and improve stability.
- Ketone esters may have potential benefits for athletic performance, but it is important to use them strategically and avoid high levels that can cause an acidic load and impair performance.
- The controversy surrounding high carbohydrate consumption in endurance sports highlights the need for individualized approaches and the consideration of glycemic control.
- Supplements such as magnesium, alpha lipoic acid, and omega-3 fatty acids can play a role in performance and recovery.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
05:26 Fueling Performance with a Super Fuel
13:12 Optimizing Performance for Endurance Athletes
27:56 Ketone Utilization and Adaptation
30:33 The Role of Carbohydrates and Timing
35:25 The Intersection of Strength Training and Endurance Sports
38:18 Addressing Weaknesses in Weightlifting
39:37 Exploring the New Endurance Sport: High Rocks
41:57 The Potential Benefits and Strategic Use of Ketone Esters for Athletic Performance
47:28 The Controversy of High Carbohydrate Consumption in Endurance Sports
50:53 The Role of Supplements in Performance and Recovery
PILLAR Performance
Shop online: https://pillarperformance.shop/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pillarperformance_/
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pillarperformance
STRAVA: https://www.strava.com/clubs/1108245
Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pillarperformance
Dom D’Ogastino: https://www.instagram.com/dominic.dagostino.kt/
Dr Dan Plews: https://www.instagram.com/theplews/