Train Your Body to Adapt Better To All Stressors


Welcome to the Flex Diet Podcast! In this episode, I’m sharing a special rebroadcast of my conversation with Dr. Mikki Williden, where we dive deep into the concept of physiologic flexibility — what it is, why it matters, and how to train it.

We cover everything from metabolic flexibility and heat and cold exposure to sauna use, cold therapy, and how your body handles lactate during exercise.

I also break down the science behind buffering systems like beta-alanine, and how improving your CO₂ and O₂ tolerance (think breathwork and altitude training) can give you an edge in performance and recovery.

Mikki and I also talk a bit about my background in exercise physiology and nutrition, and how all of this fits into a practical, flexible framework for improving performance, muscle, and body composition without wrecking your health in the process.

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In this episode:

  • 01:39 Introduction by Dr. Mikki Williden
  • 02:43 Dr. Mike T. Nelson's Background
  • 06:53 Discussion on Metabolic and Physiologic Flexibility
  • 15:09 Personal Experiences and Experiments
  • 16:28 Cold Exposure and Its Effects
  • 25:28 Heat Exposure and Adaptation
  • 31:36 Psychological Benefits of Cold Exposure
  • 34:31 Practical Recommendations for Cold and Heat Exposure
  • 39:52 Understanding pH Balance and Acid Tolerance
  • 41:52 Understanding Lactate and Its Role in Exercise
  • 43:19 Buffering Systems and Supplements
  • 49:11 High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) Insights
  • 53:02 Breathing Techniques and CO2 Tolerance
  • 57:44 Altitude Training and Oxygen Regulation
  • 01:06:34 Metabolic Flexibility and Ketones
  • 01:14:39 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Much love,
Dr Mike
PS- if you loved this podcast you will love the Phys Flex Cert -which is still open until midnight this Monday now with payment options also

https://miket.me/physflex

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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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