The Performance Nutrition Podcast

In Season 2 Episode 9, Dr. Bubbs sits down with Canadian Strongman Champion Dain Wallis to talk about his preparation for competition; training periodization, importance of technical proficiency, nutrition for hypertrophy, sleep and recovery strategies, the psychology of competition as well as applications of Strongman training for the recreational athlete. Great tips from Dain!

In Season 2 Episode 8, Dr. Bubbs interviews ketone expert Dr. Brianna Stubbs PhD to discuss the impact of supplemental ketones on endurance exercise performance. In this episode, Brianna explains the differences between endogenous and exogenous ketosis, the anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects of ketones, and the impact of ketone supplements on blood glucose and lactic acid levels, as well as endurance time-trial performance. She also discusses research on exogenous ketone effects on satiety and potential implications for weight loss. Fantastic insights here from Brianna! Check out drbubbs.com/podcast for show notes and other fantastic episodes.

In Season 2 Episode 7, Dr. Bubbs chats with expert strength and hypertrophy researcher Dr. Eric Helms PhD to talk nutritional strategies for bodybuilders and physique-focused athletes. In this episode, Eric outlines how protein requirements shift depending on training phase, effective weekly targets for weight loss, the key role of carbohydrates for bodybuilders and suggested intake ranges, as well as how contest prep impacts testosterone levels, evidence-based supplements to potentially add to your arsenal and the importance of using your eyes and ears to monitor progress. Great evidence-informed insights from Eric! For show notes go to drbubbs.com/podcast.

In Season 2 Episode 6, Dr. Bubbs sits down with Canadian National Powerlifting Record Holder and Olympic Weightlifter Isabel Lahela to talk training for women. Isabel shares her insight on CrossFit, Olympic lifting and Powerlifting, the benefits of adding lean muscle for women’s physique, as well as talking about her background in dance, and previous battles with an eating disorder while in the dance community. Her message is to promote positive body image, self-love, and confidence through strength training and she provides plenty of actionable tips to help you achieve your goals in this episode. Check out drbubbs.com/podcast for show notes.

In Season 2 Episode 5, Dr. Bubbs sits down with world expert hydration researcher Dr. Stavros Kavouras PhD who runs the Hydration Science Lab at the University of Arkansas. In this episode, Stavros discusses how dehydration can impact athletic performance, differences between endurance and strength or team-sport athletes, the impacts of water loss on athletes trying to make weight, strategies for assessing for dehydration, if drink to thirst is sufficient for elite athletes, performing in hot climates and acclimatizing to warmer environments. Fantastic insights from one of the world’s best! Go to www.drbubbs.com/podcast for show notes.

In Episode 4 of this season, Dr. Bubbs chats with Dr. Shawn Baker MD, an orthopedic surgeon, former competitive athlete and a man following an all-meat diet. Check out drbubbs.com/podcast for my show notes on this remarkable episode.

In Season 2 Episode 3, Dr. Bubbs sits down with Brian St-Pierre MS, Director of Performance Nutrition at Precision Nutrition, a world leader in nutrition education and coaching. Brian talks functions of vitamin D in the body, its key role in immunity, how much vitamin D you can get from the sun, if you should supplement with vitamin D, lab values for supporting health and athletic performance, vitamin D rich foods and much more. Fantastic insights from Brian, who also shares his experiences working with elite athletes and trainers around the world. Check out drbubbs.com/podcast for all episodes and show notes.

In Season 2 Episode 2, Dr. Bubbs interviews expert sport scientist and Director of Performance at the University of Michigan Dr. Fergus Connolly PhD. Fergus talks all things sports science: why we should start from the game itself and work backwards in sport science, a holistic, rather than reductionist view in performance sport, the value of upskilling staff versus adding more specialists, the importance of a “Human First” approach to athletes, how data is either useful, useless or interesting, and so much more. Terrific insights from one of the best in the business. Check out show notes at drbubbs.com/podcast.

In Season 2 Episode 1, Dr. Bubbs chats with Danny Lennon MS, founder of Sigma Nutrition, about all things weight loss: foundational principles of weight loss, food quality, the impact of fiber and protein on palatability, is low-carb superior to a low-fat diet, behavior change secrets, and strategies for promoting successful, long-term weight loss. Great insights and practical tips from Danny!

In Episode 48, Dr. Bubbs reflects on the first season of the Dr. Bubbs Performance Podcast with clips of 18 expert guests sharing their incredible insights on a variety of hot topics from popular episodes this past year. Thank you to all the amazing guests who came on the show this year to share their knowledge on training, nutrition, functional medicine, recovery, brain health and mindset! Check out drbubbs.com/podcast for all the episodes in full.

In Episode 51, Dr. Bubbs chats with Pilot Coffee Roasters' Brett Johnston to talk all things coffee: brewing methods, traditional Italian coffee culture single espresso vs. modern coffee cultures doubles, how geographic location and altitude impact the beans, the importance of processing methods in coffee flavours, new technology in decaf and cold brew, and so much more. If you love coffee, you’ll love this episode! Check out drbubbs.com/podcast for my show notes.

In Episode 47, Dr. Bubbs chats with CEO of Oura Health Petteri Lahtela to discuss their ground-breaking new technology in sleep monitoring, the Oura sleep ring. Petteri discusses his entrepreneurial background, how the Oura can measure heart rate, body temperature, sleep stages and heart variability and how this data can inform your decision-making on the diet, exercise, recovery, lifestyle front. Check out drbubbs.com/podcast for a fantastic special offer for listeners in the show notes.

In Episode 46, Dr. Bubbs sits down with renowned nutrition expert Dr. Susan Kleiner to talk weight loss in women and female athletes. Dr. Kleiner dives into the best ways to assess and measure progress - fitting into an old pair of jeans versus a DEXA scan – depending on your goals, the dangers of prolonged or extreme caloric restriction on female hormones, the impact of hormone balance on energy expenditure in women, the key role of carbohydrates during exercise, gut bacteria and weight gain, HIIT training for women and so much more. Great tips and actionable advice from Dr. Kleiner. Check out drbubbs.com for show notes and other episodes.

In Episode 45, Dr. Bubbs dives into the topic "concussions" with expert Dr. Paul Hrkal ND, who discusses the pathophysiological root causes, if clinical recovery and cessation of symptoms means you’re ready to play, biomarkers for diagnosis, specific dietary interventions, as well as supplements to support brain health and concussion recovery and more. Lots of great insights and actionable tips here from Dr. Hrkal!

In Episode 44, Dr. Bubbs sits down with one of the greatest female athletes in Canadian history, 2x Olympic gold medalist and World Rugby Hall of Famer Heather Moyse. In this episode Heather discusses achieving your true potential by owning your story, overcoming obstacles, shaking off disbelievers, and shifting your perspective so you can believe, plan and pursue your dreams. Heather says “it’s not about the guarantees, it’s about the possibilities!” and shares actionable tips in this episode to help you achieve your potential. Check out drbubbs.com/podcast for show notes.