CarbZ vs Keto


Hola from my brief stint here in Austin TX and today I have a great one for you!

On this episode of the Flex Diet Podcast, I sit down with my good buddy and lab-coat-wearing performance wizard, Dr. Andrew Koutnik.

We talk about how to boost muscle performance, improve body composition, and feel like an athletic human without dumpster-firing your health.

We dig into cold water immersion (and when it can kick gains in the shins), blood glucose regulation, ketogenic diets, carbs (yes, they’re still awesome), and how to build metabolic flexibility that actually translates to better outcomes in the gym and life.

Andrew shares some killer insights from his research at Florida State University, especially around keto diets and athletic performance. If you’re curious about whether low-carb can help or hurt your performance, this is your jam.

If you want practical tools for a bigger physiological engine, tune in!

Does Keto Affect Performance? << details here

Episode Chapters:

  • 05:28 Conferences and Networking
  • 08:34 The Importance of Practical Application in Science
  • 21:43 Cold Water Immersion and Stress Responses
  • 32:53 Mindfulness and Meditation
  • 39:29 Blood Glucose and Exercise Performance
  • 52:00 Limitations of Association Studies in Sports Performance
  • 52:47 Impact of Blood Glucose on Performance
  • 57:04 Historical Perspective on Ketogenic Diets
  • 01:00:52 Study on Ketogenic Diets and Ironman Competitors
  • 01:15:53 Health Implications of High Carbohydrate Diets
  • 01:18:48 Concluding Thoughts on Nutrition and Performance

Check out the YouTube link below if you prefer to watch the podcast.

Does Keto Affects Performance? << YouTube

Much love,
Dr Mike

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Mike T Nelson CISSN, CSCS, MSME, PhD
Associate Professor, Carrick Institute
Owner, Extreme Human Performance, LLC
Editorial Board Member, STRONG Fitness Mag

Mike T Nelson is a PhD and not a physician or registered dietitian. The contents of this email should not be taken as medical advice. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any health problem - nor is it intended to replace the advice of a physician. Always consult your physician or qualified health professional on any matters regarding your health.

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Dr Mike T Nelson

Creator of the Flex Diet Cert & Phys Flex Cert, CSCS, CISSN, Assoc Professor, kiteboarder, lifter of odd objects, metal music lover. >>>>Sign up to my daily FREE Fitness Insider newsletter below

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