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
One myth to roast them all
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It’s that time again. Bags packed to the ceiling. The smell of coffee, neoprene, and jet fuel lingering in the air. Black Sunshine (our beloved battle-wagon GX 460) is full with multiple cases of Tecton Ketone Esters, 5 kiteboards, 7 kites, 3 foils, 1 surfboard, wetsuits, and protein powder canisters the size of toddlers. Destination? South Padre, Texas. Mission? Launch myself 30 feet into the sky like a caffeinated flying squirrel and beat my kiteboarding PR. But first... Since it’s April Fools’ Day, it’s only fair we publicly execute one of the oldest and most annoying fitness myths that refuses to die: “You need to eat six small meals a day to keep your metabolism stoked, Bro.” This myth has been skulking around gyms since the Clinton administration, passed down like a cursed barbell from the golden age of fitness magazines and pre-internet bro science. The truth? Let’s nuke this sucker from orbit, shall we? A killer study from Dr. Jorn Trommelen (Netherlands) had lifters eat 100 grams of protein in a single dose. Yep—one giant protein bomb. I wrote all about it in a full deep-dive over on T-Nation or listen to my podcast HERE with Dr Jorn. Let’s see what happens when you chase 30 feet of air on fewer meals and more science. Rep 1, wind willing is set for this Sat in South Padre. Much love, PS -When you are ready there are 3 ways you can work with me _____________________ Mike T Nelson CISSN, CSCS, MSME, PhD 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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