Extend Podcast
A Revolutionary Podcast Unlocking The Secrets To A Longer, Healthier Life - Featuring Darshan Shah, MD
Dr. Andy Galpin: Debunking One-Size-Fits-All Approach with Fitness and Health, Importance of Muscle Building + Personalized Approach to Wellness
What if you could customize your health like a pro athlete? Imagine having a health and fitness routine tailored to your unique needs, just like a world-class athlete?! In this episode of Extend with Dr. Shah, we sit down with Dr. Andy Galpin, a leading expert in health and fitness technology, to explore the game-changing innovations that are transforming the industry.
Andy shares insights on how personalized wellness techniques and understanding your individual response to health interventions can take your routine to the next level. From self-experimentation to the power of personalized coaching, we dive into how modern tools are enabling a new era of individualized health and so much more!
Dr. Andy Galpin is a tenured Professor at California State University, Fullerton. He is the Co-Director of the Center for Sport Performance and Founder/Director of the Biochemistry and Molecular Exercise Physiology Laboratory. He is a Human Performance scientist with a PhD in Human Bioenergetics and over 100 peer-reviewed publications and presentations.
We also discuss:
(03:01) Individualized Health and Wellness Strategies
(12:01) Basic Habits for Healthy Living
(17:14) Fitness, Recovery, and Balance Strategy
(26:54) Performance Testing for Health Improvement
(34:50) Comprehensive Health and Performance Program
(46:09) Body Composition and Fitness Optimization
(51:49) Importance of Muscle and Endurance Training
(01:05:26) Muscle Function vs Size Testing
(01:18:08) Exercise Progression and Injury Prevention
(01:23:58) Structured Progression in Training Programs
(01:29:35) Strength and Conditioning Training Programs
(01:42:01) Effective Weekly Workout Plan
(01:52:49) Mind-Body Connection for Improved Performance
(02:00:01) Interpreting Blood Biomarkers in Athletes
(02:07:25) Interpreting Blood Biomarkers for High Performance
(02:13:15) Interpreting Blood Test Results for Health
(02:22:34) Recognizing and Managing Overtraining Symptoms
(02:29:46) Safe and Effective Supplement Recommendations
(02:37:29) Revolutionizing Sleep Testing and Analysis
(02:44:49) Revolutionary Sleep Program and Technology
(02:54:18) Future of Coaching and Technology
(03:01:14) Accessible Health and Performance Coaching
To learn more about Andy Galpin:
Website: https://www.andygalpin.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drandygalpin/
