Decoding Resilience: Biomarkers and Beyond with Dr. Meaghan Beckner

In this episode, Martin & JP talk to Dr Meaghan Beckner about her work in biomarker research. They explore the concept of resilience and the use of biomarkers to measure physiological and psychological readiness. They discuss the potential of wearable technology, the importance of omics, and the validity of using pre-workout supplements. Guest, Cast & CrewDr Meaghan Beckner is a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the United States Army Research Institute of Environmental Medicine, where she is involved in innovative studies aimed at optimizing the performance and well-being of military personnel. She specializes in the intersection of military health, nutrition, and cognitive resilience. Hosted by Martin Jones & Jonpaul Nevin https://www.ophp.co.uk Produced & edited by Bess ManleyResourceshttps://www.researchgate.net/profile/Meaghan-Becknerhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/meaghan-e-beckner-phd-624b80353/ Thanks for tuning in. If you found this podcast valuable, please take a moment to rate, share and review.  If you have feedback, guest suggestions or topics that you'd love us to cover, then do email us at [email protected] or connect with us on LinkedIn.    Chapters01:41 Defining Resilience02:26 Understanding Biomarkers05:24 Molecular Biomarkers and Readiness08:09 Cortisol and the Stress Response20:08 Physiological Impact of Special Forces Training37:13 Future Directions in Biomarker Research38:59 Pre-Workout Supplements and Performance41:08 Conclusion and Key TakeawaysThanks for listening to Optimising Human Performance.This podcast is for people who can’t afford to fail. Each episode gives you practical, evidence‑based tools you can apply in the real world.For more about the podcast, speaking, coaching, and mentoring, visit:www.ophp.co.ukConnect with us:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ophp/Instagram: @ophumanperformanceIf you found this episode useful, please share it with one colleague, subscribe, and leave a review – it helps us reach more people who operate in high‑stakes environments. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.