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Why Most Women Are Training Wrong: Fix Hormones, Build Strength, and Recover Smarter w/ Dr. Andy Galpin | Part 1

2025/1/13
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Mari Llewellyn: 我认为身体和精神上的表现都属于“表现”,而找到提升表现的方法并帮助他人改善生活,让我感到快乐。 我最近开始使用Blissy的真丝枕套,它彻底改变了我的护发和护肤方式。真丝枕套比缎面枕套更好,因为它具有抗衰老特性,可以减少细纹和皱纹,还能防止头发毛躁,保持发型,保护染发后的头发。此外,它经过皮肤科医生测试,不会堵塞毛孔,其保湿的真丝纤维可以使皮肤整夜保持湿润。它还具有抗菌和低过敏性。我喜欢凉爽的睡眠环境,我觉得真丝枕套可以保持非常凉爽。它也是一份很棒的礼物。 我经常锻炼,骑马,去健身房,总是出汗,所以需要时刻注意我的除臭问题。这就是为什么我喜欢Lume的原因。它是一款全身除臭剂,可以安全地用于身体的任何部位。腋窝、胸部下方、大腿、肚脐、臀部裂缝、外阴和脚部,它是由一位妇产科医生创造的,她亲眼目睹了体味被误诊和错误治疗的情况。Lume经临床证明可以全天候阻挡异味,并控制异味长达72小时,这对我来说太棒了。通常情况下,我早上出门后直到晚上才回来。他们有固体除臭棒、控汗除臭剂和喷雾除臭剂。所有产品都不含小苏打、对羟基苯甲酸酯,并且pH值平衡。它们的气味非常好。有清爽的柑橘、薰衣草鼠尾草或烤椰子。作为对我们听众的特别优惠,新客户可以使用我们的专属代码POW获得所有Lume产品15%的折扣。如果您将15%的折扣与已经打折的入门套装结合起来,那么入门套装的折扣将超过40%。使用代码POW,在lumediodra.com上享受15%的折扣。代码是POW,网址是L-U-M-E-D-E-O-D-O-R-A-N-T.com。请支持我们的节目,并告诉他们是我们推荐的。Lume让您闻起来更清新,保持更干燥,并从头到脚增强您的自信心。 2017年,我在一年内减掉了90磅,但这几乎是我那一年唯一想的事情。我没有孩子,也没有上学,那时我已经辍学了。我的生活也很糟糕。所以我真的没有选择。这就像一个非常孤立的情况。我认为当人们问我问题时,他们……我必须提到这一点,因为那是我生命中一个非常独特的时间,我可以真正专注于此。我确实在Orange Theory Fitness的前台工作过。我会每天带我的小餐盒来。这很有趣。但是,是的,我可以真正专注于此。对于有孩子、上学或其他事情的人来说,这太多了。 Dr. Andy Galpin: 我父母鼓励我接受高等教育,追求比他们更好的生活,这影响了我对自身发展的追求。 “表现”的定义很广泛,它不仅指体育竞技中的表现,也包括日常生活中的专注力、精力、决策能力等方面。 我的客户群体涵盖了从职业运动员到普通大众,他们都有提升自身表现的需求。 为了提升生理适应能力,我们需要减少非特异性压力源,从而更好地应对目标压力。 在追求最佳状态的过程中,需要找到一种可持续的方式,让“痛苦”在可承受范围内。 建立可持续的系统是减肥和健身成功的关键,而这取决于个人的性格和生活方式。 运动的时间安排并非最重要的因素,重要的是找到适合个人生活方式并能够坚持执行的方案。 “运动零食”指的是在一天中穿插进行的少量运动,以增加总的活动量,这与计划性锻炼相辅相成。 对于害怕力量训练的女性,我会从她们的外在形象、身体感受和运动表现三个方面入手,用科学证据打消她们的顾虑。

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What is Dr. Andy Galpin's primary focus when it comes to performance optimization?

Dr. Andy Galpin focuses on helping individuals achieve their desired physical and mental performance goals, whether it's improving focus, energy, decision-making, or reducing pain. His approach is holistic, addressing both athletes and non-athletes with tailored solutions to enhance their lives.

Why does Dr. Galpin emphasize removing non-specific stressors for performance improvement?

Non-specific stressors, such as poor sleep, micronutrient deficiencies, or mental health issues, preload the body’s stress capacity, leaving little room for beneficial stress that drives adaptation. Removing these stressors allows individuals to better handle the specific stress needed for positive physiological changes like muscle growth or fat loss.

What is the significance of VO2 max in both athletes and general populations?

VO2 max is a key predictor of longevity and is crucial for both athletes and general populations. It measures the maximum amount of oxygen the body can utilize during intense exercise, reflecting cardiovascular fitness and overall health.

How does Dr. Galpin differentiate between 'cooks' and 'bakers' in fitness journeys?

Dr. Galpin categorizes individuals as 'cooks' or 'bakers' based on their approach to fitness. 'Bakers' prefer precision and detailed plans, while 'cooks' thrive on flexibility and creativity. Understanding this helps tailor systems that align with their personalities for long-term success.

What role does NEAT (Non-Exercise Activity Thermogenesis) play in caloric expenditure?

NEAT, which includes activities like fidgeting, pacing, or general movement, is a significant contributor to daily caloric expenditure. It often has a bigger impact on energy balance than structured exercise, especially during caloric restriction, where NEAT tends to decrease.

Why is strength training important for women who fear bulking up?

Strength training is essential for building muscle and achieving fitness goals without necessarily bulking up. Dr. Galpin emphasizes education and tailored training programs to address specific concerns, ensuring women achieve their desired physique while feeling strong and energized.

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Dr. Andy Galpin defines peak performance as encompassing both physical and mental aspects, aiming to enhance various life domains such as focus, energy levels, decision-making, and pain management. He finds immense joy in providing solutions that improve people's lives.
  • Peak performance includes physical and mental aspects
  • Enhancing focus, energy, decision-making, and pain management are key goals
  • Helping people achieve better lives brings immense joy

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**Ep. 165: **How do you define peak performance? Today Dr. Andy Galpin, world renowned human performance scientist, joins us to explore what it means to optimize your body and mind - whether you’re an elite athlete or just starting your health journey. We discuss how to remove performance anchors, the surprising overlap between athlete and non-athlete needs, and why systems and sustainability matter more than perfection. This episode is so packed with insights that we split it into two parts. This episode is so packed with insights that we split it into two parts—don’t miss part one now and stay tuned for part two this Thursday!

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