Episode #126: Biohacking Longevity & Health From a Bodybuilder’s Perspective
My guest this week is Kris Gethin, Editor-in-Chief of BodyBuilding.com & Co-Founder and CEO of Kaged Muscle.
In this episode, Kris and I discuss how you can achieve peak physical performance without sacrificing longevity or health. Historically, this health tradeoff has been common in the bodybuilding and extreme sport communities; an often short lived career (or hobby) with long-term health implications from the physical and biological abuse they put their bodies through. But Kris’ approach is proving otherwise.
The best part of this conversation is that the strategies Kris uses and shares with us are not just for elite athletes and extremely applicable to anyone interested in making sure their health span is equivalent to their lifespan. So, whether you are a fitness fanatic, biohacker, or just interested in being healthy inside and out, this episode’s expert advice is one you’ve been waiting for!
Kris is the co-founder and CEO of Kaged Muscle, a company dedicated to creating cutting-edge, ultra-premium sports nutrition supplements for athletes of all types. As a personal trainer, his clients have included Bollywood celebrities, billionaire businessmen, and champion athletes. He is the co-founder of a health club franchise called Kris Gethin Gyms, where he has certified over 800 other personal trainers. All of Kris’s pursuits are consistent with his mission of helping others reach their health and fitness goals. Says Kris: “My purpose in life is to help people improve their health, fitness, and performance goals through Kaged Muscle supplements, The Kris Gethin Podcast, my published books, Kaged Muscle newsletters, online Video Trainers, and hacking people’s potential.”
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EPISODE TAKEAWAYS
[05:30] What took Kris from bodybuilding into biohacking?..
[10:50] What metrics does Kris use to measure biological age?
[13:00] What is the importance of genetics when it comes to bodybuilding?..
[14:55] Kris expands on his experience with mold toxicity…
[18:00] What foods are the most problematic for those with mold issues?..
[21:00] Fasting for health and fasted training…
[30:20] How much should your protein intake be?…
[37:50] Are frequent small meals or less frequent big meals better?..
[46:38] Are there any good pre-workout foods?..
[51:10] Recommended post workout fuel…
[54:50] Do most people over 50 need more time to recover?..
[01:00:00] Kris’s closing foundational and biohacking tips…
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Disclaimer: This podcast and the information presented are for informational purposes only and not intended to diagnose or treat disease. Before making any changes to your nutrition or supplementation please check with your physician or health provider.