EPISODE · May 9, 2024 · 42 MIN
#165: Improving metabolic flexibility for lasting results
from The Dr. Shannon Show · host Dr. Shannon Ritchey, PT, DPT
Metabolic flexibility may be a term you've heard before. But what does it mean, and why is it important for overall health? Shannon breaks down the connection between metabolic flexibility and mitochondrial health and gives exercise recommendations for improving metabolic flexibility.1:45: Introduction2:45: Upward spiral4:17: What is metabolic flexibility?5:05: How to know if you’re metabolically flexible/inflexible7:45: How to train to be more metabolically flexible11:35: Types of fuel sources12:12: How muscle mass affects metabolic flexibility23:55: Gentle consistency + muscle building27:15: Strength training for metabolic health29:56: Zone 2 cardio33:45: HIIT and SIT38:45: Summary14-day free Evlo trialFollow Dr. Shannon on InstagramFollow Fit Body, Happy Joints on InstagramTo try Evlo for 2 weeks free, visit www.evlofitness.com
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Metabolic flexibility may be a term you've heard before. But what does it mean, and why is it important for overall health? Shannon breaks down the connection between metabolic flexibility and mitochondrial health and gives exercise recommendations for improving metabolic flexibility. 1:45: Introduction 2:45: Upward spiral 4:17: What is metabolic flexibility? 5:05: How to know if you’re metabolically flexible/inflexible 7:45: How to train to be more metabolically flexible 11:35: Types of fue...
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