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Keeping It Fresh – Episode 2758

by Vinnie Tortorich

Episode 2758- Vinnie Tortorich and Chris Shaffer discuss the practice of periodization by keeping it fresh to optimize your strength training and health.

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Keeping It Fresh

  • What is Periodization? (6:15)
    • Vinnie’s workouts have periodization built into the program.
  • Periodization is the structure of workouts into cycles: “macro, meso, micro.” (12:30)
    • Another way of saying this is: to change things up to keep things fresh.
  • Vinnie goes deeper, using his 2-day routine as an example. (15:00)
    • Periodization is a way to build strength by focusing on different parts of the body. (19:00)
  • Another approach Vinnie uses is in his aerobic exercise. (23:00)
    • Depending on his goal, Vinnie changes things up.
  • How do you know when you should mix things up? (33:00)
    • When you’re not seeing much change happening in your strength, or when you’re getting bored. (39:00)
  • There is such a thing as changing things up too frequently as well. (41:00)
  • If you feel like you are not making progress, it may actually be time to let up for a little bit, not necessarily grind harder.

 

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BEST OF: Diabetes Is Carb Intolerance with Tim Noakes – Episode 2525

by Vinnie Tortorich

Episode 2525 – In this BEST OF, Vinnie Tortorich and Professor Tim Noakes discuss sports science, how diabetes is carb intolerance, your brain and “the bonk”, and much more.

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Diabetes Is Carb Intolerance

  • Vinnie and Prof. Tim Noakes begin with a discussion of Tim’s professional background, especially in the early years of sports science. (2:00)
    • He has been involved with sports science for decades; he studies the whole human biological system in its entirety.
    • They discuss the early days of sports science used in the Olympics and other events like the Tour de France and what things were discovered.
  • Tim has written several books such as Lore of Running (now in its 4th edition) and Real Food on Trial.  https://amzn.to/3AgCslv  and https://amzn.to/4dlhYqb(11:00)
    • Tim constantly reviews new information and updates his work; you have to move with the evidence.
  • Vinnie asks Tim to share what the issue was with Tim’s historical trial and the “tweet heard around the world”. (17:30)
    • The trial was about information and not being able to speak outside the narrative of certain organizations.
    • He gives various details about the trial, too.
  • They turn to the topic of Diabetes. (26:00)
    • Tim shares his history dealing with T2D and what he’s discovered about himself using a low-carb lifestyle.
    • He emphasizes that diabetes is carb intolerance.
    • Vinnie and Tim discuss dealing with carb intolerance and give examples of ideal levels. (33:00)
    • Even 1 gram of higher insulin inhibits the burning of fat.
    • Many people don’t understand that if they have large amounts of visceral fat, they are insulin resistant and at the very least, pre-diabetic.
  • Your liver can produce any glucose your brain needs, except possibly over 4-5 hours of constant exercise; Tim explains. (35:00)
  • The purpose of “carb burning” is not because your body “needs” the carbs; it’s because your body is trying to get rid of the glucose in the blood. (35:20)
    • Keeping your glucose and insulin flat is what keeps you healthy. (37:00)

The “Bonk”

  • They also discuss going through a “bonk”, and how the brain responds to carbs, even sweetness. (37:15)
  • Tim discusses a study where they discovered surprising results about burning carbs vs. burning fat.
    • The people in the study who were pre-diabetic benefitted the most from a high-fat diet. (50:30)
  • This leads to a discussion about questioning long-held theories. (51:00)
    • So they discuss the different Zones in exercise that can be done on a ketogenic diet–it’s higher than previously thought!
      • So this blows away previously done studies.
  • They chat a bit about the training and success of Kenyan and Ethiopian elite runners. (55:00)
  • Vinnie gets Tim’s take on the use of drugs like Ozempic. (58:00)
    • Changing your behavior is the only real way to be successful with your health.
  • You can donate to the Noakes Foundation or The Nutrition Network; Tim explains the important work that they do.
  • You can find Prof. Noakes on Twitter at @ProfTimNoakes and @LoreofRunning.? https://x.com/ProfTimNoakes  and https://twitter.com/LoreofRunning1
  • Dirty Keto is out, but was required to be rated PG-13. (9:00) Here is the link: https://amzn.to/4d9agj1
    • It’s also listed under the Special Interests rather than the Health Documentary category on Amazon.
    • This is why rating and reviewing is critical: it will boost awareness of Dirty Keto. 
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FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019)

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A Plethora of Information – Ep 2412

by Vinnie Tortorich

Episode 2412 – On this Monday’s show Vinnie Tortorich and Anna Vocino have a plethora of information to go through and answer questions for you in rapid-fire fashion, and more.

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A Plethora of Information

  • On today’s episode, Vinnie and Anna are doing a rapid-fire Q&A. (4:15)
  • They review the details of Vinnie’s VIP group. (5:00)
  • Vinnie wants to make sure you hear the upcoming interview with Mimi Morgan (@MimiKMorgan on X/Twitter). (6:00)
    • She has a phenomenal story of transforming her health by changing her nutrition.
  • They get back to the VIP group details. (8:00)
    • They mention several success stories of NSNG.
    • This new format will allow Vinnie to be a little more hands-on in helping members.

Get Ready for Great Info

  • What are Vinnie’s thoughts on weighted vests? (18:15).
    • Vinnie has suggestions for use, but you also have to be careful when using one.
    • He also explains plyometrics.
  • Can Pilates act as a strength-training day? (23:45)
  • How much fat is too much fat when starting NSNG and needing to lose weight? (25:00)
    • This is tough to answer because it’s so individual, but he has general guidelines.
  • How much protein is needed to gain muscle? (28:05)
    • Vinnie clarifies and addresses the myth of the “30-minute window”.
    • Taking in extra protein is not how you gain muscle.
    • Your body is going to use what it needs to fuel, so extra will not necessarily do more.
    • Flooding your cells thinking your body is going to absorb more doesn’t work, despite what the bro-science guys will tell you.
  • What are Vinnie’s thoughts on pills to increase testosterone? (33:30)
    • Vinnie shares his viewpoints, and Anna has a recommendation for women.
  • How can you get enough protein when meat is expensive? (38:00)
    • He suggests varieties of protein, which is best, and where you are being misled.
    • You can also just find cheaper cuts of meat.
  • How many “sets to failure” for weight-lifting are necessary? (44:30)
    • Vinnie suggests the best ways to do this.
  • There is a question about bloodwork, protein, and BUN levels, but it’s a medical question, so ask your doctor (48:30)
  • Specific exercises for visceral fat? (49:00)
    • You can’t spot reduce fat, even through exercise.
    • Exercise on its own is not a great way to lose weight.
  • Vinnie plays a recent Instagram post that summarizes what to eat. (53:00).
  • Don’t forget to get a plethora of information regarding Vinnie’s accountability group at https://vinnietortorich.com/vip!
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PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE (2022)

  • The documentary launched on January 11!
    • Order it TODAY!
  • This is Vinnie’s third documentary in just over three years.
  • Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video!
  • Link to the film on Apple TV (iTunes): 
  • Then, Share this link with friends, too!

Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries

REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter!

FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021)

  • Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries
  • Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family.
  • The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend!
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FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019)

  • Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries
  • Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family.
  • The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend!
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