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Getting Back to Nutrition Basics with Zach Moore

Published about 1 hour ago • 1 min read

Zach Moore joins me to break down nutrition fundamentals that often get overlooked in fitness. From gut health and micronutrient optimization to practical coaching strategies, this episode returns to the basics.

​Listen to the full episode​

Episode Timestamps:

02:37 — Training in a garage gym during a heat wave
03:53 — Grip strength, sweat & cold water immersion
06:32 — Overthinking training & lessons from old-time strongmen
09:54 — Minimalist strength training & the trap bar deadlift
15:13 — Go-to lifts & why you must add muscle for body comp
17:42 — Progressive overload & long-term strength gains
19:56 — How too much program variety kills progress
27:06 — Individualizing & dialing in training volume
30:42 — Favorite upper & lower body exercises
35:46 — Nutrition foundations: informed eating
38:10 — Eating enough to fuel training & recomp
44:06 — Determining carb needs & setting client macros
48:13 — The insulin myth: do carbs turn into fat?
52:40 — Meal balance, fat timing & digestion
55:34 — Tracking micronutrients with Cronometer
58:13 — Gut testing, carnivore & elimination diets
1:02:25 — Sleep tips: circadian rhythm, light & temperature
1:04:39 — The Shiftwave chair for stress downregulation & sleep

If you prefer to watch, watch the episode on YouTube.

Much love,
Dr. Mike

Bonus for newsletter subscribers: Zach Moore's Top 4 tips to significantly improve body composition​

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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.

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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