High Intensity Health with Mike Mutzel, MS

Protein & Creatine for Women: Nutrition Expert Reveals Muscle Gain Myths & Science


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JJ Virgin dispels the myth that women will get bulky from resistance training and highlights the benefits of supplements like creatine and herbs like Ashwagandha and more. 

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Time Stamps:

0:15 Discussion on inspiration for staying fit, thoughts on aging and fitness, and research on muscle building over 40.

1:57 Noticing changes in strength, adapting workouts, and the importance of power in fitness routines.

04:00 Structuring workouts to mimic daily activities and observations on everyday strength challenges.

06:15 Adapting workouts while traveling and benefits of portable workout equipment.

08:56 Addressing concerns about muscle gain in women and misconceptions about resistance training.

11:36 Strategies for body recomposition and testing metabolic rates.

12:49 Managing calorie intake, discussing protein importance, and debating protein recommendations.

16:18 Need for protein in muscle maintenance and the role of protein turnover.

20:48 Discussion on older athletes and the benefits of regular exercise for longevity and cancer risk reduction.

21:43 Importance of focusing on overall health and separating protein discussions from environmental concerns.

22:48 Emphasis on eating seasonal and local foods for better quality and addressing misconceptions about protein needs.

25:40 Focus on improving skeletal muscle and recommended protein intake.

27:42 Personal preferences for protein sources and the nutrient density of red meat.

30:02 Observations on food quality in different regions and the impact of ultra-processed foods.

31:43 Importance of whole foods and local eating for health.

34:26 Value of tracking daily steps and incorporating intensity with rucking vests.

37:48 Discussing outdoor activities with kids and the benefits of nature.

39:37 Using creatine for enhancing energy and cognitive function, esp while traveling.

43:37 Emphasizing the importance of muscle over weight in health discussions.

46:01 Questioning societal standards of beauty and discussing hydration.

47:18 Talking about foundational nutrients and the importance of a balanced approach to supplementation.

51:47 Highlighting the significance of exercise for overall health and cellular processes.

53:10 Discussion on the benefits of exercise and the challenges of modern comfort.

54:30 Talk about thermal stress and personal recovery routines.

55:13 Experiences with red light therapy and its uncertain effects.

57:07 Insights on dietary habits and supplementation.

59:15 Discussion on hormone therapy and personal experiences.

01:04:29 Importance of hormone sensitivity and resistance training for health.

01:08:03 Discussion on individual hormone variations and the effects of hormonal fluctuations during menopause, including recovery challenges.

01:09:22 Importance of estrogen in muscle health and preferred hormone delivery methods.

 

 

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