016: The Courage to Forge Your Path and Nitric Oxide Supplements, with Dr. Liz Pekas, Ph.D., CSCS

Today on the show, I was honored to speak with Dr. Liz Pekas. The origin of her story did not begin with science, as many would believe based on her vast scientific achievements, but rather the arts. Through unwavering belief in herself, she was able to make the pivot to forge a new path. Not only did we discuss the importance of establishing a support system for when the demands of life increase, but we touched base on other trials and tribulations that she had to endure to become who she is today. We also explored her research focus - Nitric Oxide (NO). She unpacked NO's role in athletic, general, and disease populations. The differences between natural and synthetic NO ingredients within exercise supplements, and more. Liz earned her Doctor of Philosophy in Biomechanics and Exercise Physiology from the University of Nebraska at Omaha. She is currently a Medical Affairs Manager with the American Diabetes Association. Follow for more: IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/calvintrieufitness/⁠ TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@calvintrieufitness⁠ Training & Nutrition Coaching: ⁠https://msha.ke/kpn⁠ Get the Whoop 4.0 for free and get your first month for free at (https://join.whoop.com/AC9D29) (discount automatically applied) Keep Up with Liz here: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/liz-pekas/ Research Gate: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Elizabeth-Pekas