S2E12 // Assessing Body Composition, Performance Metrics & Biomarkers w/ Dr. Shawn Arent PhD




The Performance Nutrition Podcast show

Summary: In Season 2 Episode 12, Dr. Bubbs interviews Dr. Shawn Arent PhD, Director of the Center for Health & Human Performance at Rutgers University. Shawn dives into why body composition testing is important for athletes, compares DEXA/Bodpod/BIA/Calipers, and talks about the importance of consistency and tracking. He also discusses the use of performance metrics to assess athlete development and then takes a deep dive into lab biomarkers for health and performance. Great stuff from one of the absolute best in the game! Check out drbubbs.com/podcast.