Fasted Cardio, VO2 Max & Building a Better Fat-Burning Machine With Dr. Mike T Nelson

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https://www.instagram.com/drmiketnelson/

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00:00:00 - Intro

00:05:45 - Dr. Mike T. Nelson's background

00:07:20 - Defining metabolic flexibility and fuel switching

00:09:00 - Genetic components of metabolism and the Pima Indian studies

00:15:30 - Training your body to become more efficient at burning fat

00:20:15 - Why carbohydrates are the preferred fuel for high-intensity power

00:29:48 - The truth about fasted cardio for physique athletes

00:39:21 - Using HRV to gauge recovery and cardio volume

00:41:28 - High protein diets (1.5g+ per lb) and hunger management

00:53:37 - NEAT and the subconscious reduction of movement during dieting

01:04:07 - The importance of VO2 Max for recovery in the offseason