Medicine of Cycling

We all multitask but how does that affect productivity? Brad Stulberg discusses a study that assesses performance of multitaskers. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Show ID: 33818]

There is a familiar design to many smartphone apps. Brad Stulberg discusses the similarities between slot machines and smartphone apps and its consequences. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Show ID: 33817]

Ironman Triathlon is one of a series of long-distance triathlon races. Hear from UCSF Emergency Medicine doctor on his experience competing in this challenging race. Series: "Osher WISE: Well-being and Integrative Science for Everyone" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 33450]

Brad Stulberg explores how to sustain peak performance and avoid burnout. Stulberg argues that this means physical and mental preparation. Series: "Osher WISE: Well-being and Integrative Science for Everyone" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 33451]

Expert cycling coach Curtis Cramblett, explains how to move from micro-adjuster to macro-adapter using a balanced wellness approach. He is a physical therapist that primarily treats a sports medicine and active population. He also works with professional and Olympic level athletes and is an expert at identifying and addressing musculoskeletal dysfunctions. Series: "Osher WISE: Well-being and Integrative Science for Everyone" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 33448]

Understand more about testing and monitoring to optimize performance, including measuring oxygen uptake and heart rate variability. Then see how exercise fits into a health lifestyle. Also find out about nitric oxide to improve performance, especially in endurance sports. Series: "Osher WISE: Well-being and Integrative Science for Everyone" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 33447]

Unfortunately cycling injuries are common. Dr. Drew Lansdown explores the injury pattern for professional and recreational cyclists and the factors that contribute to overuse injuries. He also looks at the causes, treatment and prevention of common overuse injuries. Series: "Osher WISE: Well-being and Integrative Science for Everyone" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 33445]

The San Francisco Bicycle Coalition promotes the bicycle for everyday transportation and advocates to transform San Francisco streets for better bike safety. Learn about the organization and its safe streets campaigns. Series: "Osher WISE: Well-being and Integrative Science for Everyone" [Public Affairs] [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 33446]

City and Regional Planning Professor at Berkeley, Daniel Rodríguez explores the advantages of bicycle lane networks. Series: "Osher WISE: Well-being and Integrative Science for Everyone" [Public Affairs] [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 33443]

It is possible for athletes to over-train and cause a drop on levels of testosterone. Endocrinologist Dr. Dolores Shoback looks at low T and explores testosterone supplementation. Series: "Osher WISE: Well-being and Integrative Science for Everyone" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 33444]