Day 1 at ISSN + A Killer Podcast Drop for You


Hola from the sweat-slicked paradise of sunny Florida, where the only thing hotter than the weather is the brain-melting science flying around here at Day 1 of the ISSN Conference (that’s the International Society of Sports Nutrition, for the uninitiated).

Let me tell you—it was epic.

Elite nerds everywhere.

Wall-to-wall discussions on everything from creatine and cognition to CDP and hypertrophy.

My brain is throbbing—in the best way—and I’ve got a notebook full of takeaways I’ll start sharing later this week. Stay tuned for a full rundown.

But first....

A MASSIVE THANK YOU

To everyone who just enrolled in the Flex Diet Cert, thank you from the bottom of my heart (and mitochondria). You’re now officially part of a crew of high-performance coaches, trainers, and nutrition nerds who are ready to crush metabolic flexibility and change lives.

I’m stoked for you, honored to guide you, and can’t wait to see how you implement the system.

Today’s Treat: A Killer Podcast with Coach Kav

This isn’t just any podcast. This is a full-circle moment because it’s with one of my mentors: Coach Kav.

This dude has been around the block, on the block, and helped build the damn block.

In this episode, we go deep into the real deal:

  • 06:02 - Transitioning from Engineering to Nutrition and Training
  • 09:06 - Understanding Sleep and Its Practical Implications
  • 12:11 - The Role of Technology in Health Tracking
  • 15:05 - Integrating Data Tracking with Coaching
  • 18:05 - Practical Strategies for Improving Sleep
  • 20:58 - The Impact of Environment on Health
  • 23:49 - Using Technology Effectively in Coaching
  • 27:02 - Interpreting Data for Better Health Outcomes
  • 30:16 - Overcoming Mental Barriers in Performance
  • 33:38 - The Role of Technology in Recovery
  • 36:43 - Understanding the Autonomic Nervous System
  • 39:31 - Eustress vs. Distress in Training
  • 43:53 - Adapting Training to Individual Needs
  • 48:12 - Setting Goals and Assessing Progress
  • 50:28 - The Influence of Music on Performance

Listen here:

Pour some coffee (or ketones), put in your earbuds, and press play. This one’s got a little of everything: nerdy science, raw realness, and some solid laughs.

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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