
Dr. Thomas Cunningham, MD: Pro Clinic on Supplementation and Biohacking to Boost Strength, Recover Faster, Improve Endurance, and Feel Better
About this episode
In this Pro Clinic, Dr. Thomas Cunningham, MD covers:
- Clinical trials and studies that show the most promise for enhancing performance and health on and off the rock
- Supplements and biohacks that range from most-proven to most-fringe
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How to boost:
- strength
- endurance
- recovery
- longevity
- focus
- mood
- Dosage and frequency recommendations
- Non-supplementation interventions, including C02 tolerance training and glucose monitoring
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CHAPTERS:
- (10:34) PROTEIN
- (13:43) CREATINE
- 17:50 VITAMIN D & MAGNESIUM
- 19:25 SALT
- 23:22 CAFFEINE
- 28:49 FISH OIL
- 35:32 BETA ALANINE
- 45:08 COLLAGEN
- 51:46 CITRULLINE MALATE
- 55:29 RHODEIOLA ROSEA
- 57:34 TESTOSTERONE BOOSTERS
- 01:03:41 PEPTIDES
- 01:08:26 ANABOLIC STEROIDS
- 01:12:59 BREATH WORTH
- 01:25:25 GLUCOSE MONITOR
- 01:28:58 VO2 MAX
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Connect with Dr. Cunningham at thomascunninghammd.com
A collection of sources cited by Dr. Cunningham can be found HERE
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This show is produced and hosted by Ryan Devlin, and edited by Glen Walker. The Struggle is carbon-neutral in partnership with The Honnold Foundation and is a proud member of the Plug Tone Audio Collective, a diverse group of the best, most impactful podcasts in the outdoor industry.
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