EPISODE · Nov 13, 2023 · 1H 23M
Episode 237: Demystifying Body Composition Testing with Dr Grant Tinsley and Dr Eric Helms
from Flex Diet Podcast · host Dr Eric Helms, Dr Grant Tinsley, Dr Mike T Nelson, Suzie Glassman, Jodie "Fabulous" Nelson
On this episode of the FlexDiet Podcast, Dr. Grant Tinsley, Dr. Eric Helms, and I explore the complexities of measuring body composition. We unpack the realities and misconceptions surrounding DEXA scans, a popular tool for assessing body composition. Although often assumed to be 100% accurate, we highlight how these scans can yield significantly varied results. If you enjoyed this podcast, you can get more from me at MikeTNelson.com/podcast. You can see all the other podcasts and guest episodes I’ve done. Then if you scroll down, you can subscribe to my Fitness Insider Newsletter.Episode Chapters:(0:00:02) - Analysis of Body Composition Measurement Methods(0:09:18) - Nutrition's Impact on DEXA Results(0:17:22) - Physical Measurement Techniques(0:21:36) - Body Composition Assessment Methods(0:33:00) - Body Composition Assessments(0:36:06) - The Challenges of Assessing Body Changes(0:48:42) - Body Composition Measurement Methods and Considerations(0:57:14) - Tracking Body Composition Changes(1:05:26) - Weight Gain and Adipose Tissue Increase(1:10:37) - Bulking and Weight Gain ChallengesConnect with Dr. Tinsley:WebsiteInstagramConnect with Dr. Helms:WebsiteInstagram Get the Daily Fitness Insider newsletter (free): https://www.miketnelson.com/newsletter
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On this episode of the FlexDiet Podcast, Dr. Grant Tinsley, Dr. Eric Helms, and I explore the complexities of measuring body composition. We unpack the realities and misconceptions surrounding DEXA scans, a popular tool for assessing body composition. Although often assumed to be 100% accurate, we highlight how these scans can yield significantly varied results. If you enjoyed this podcast, you can get more from me at MikeTNelson.com/podcast. You can see all the other podcasts and guest episodes I’ve done. Then if you scroll down, you can subscribe to my Fitness Insider Newsletter.
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