Barbell Shrugged

Dr. Christopher A. Perry, an Assistant Professor at Eastern Kentucky University, began his fitness journey at Penn State University, where he developed a robust background in Strength & Conditioning leading to 17 years in the industry to date. His academic path, leading through a PhD at Arizona State University, deepened his expertise in Exercise Science & Sports, Sleep & Circadian Rhythms, and Nutrition. Chris's current research focuses on sleep, movement analysis, and CO2 tolerance, particularly in tactical populations and collegiate athletes. His work aims to enhance performance, wellness, and longevity health outcomes, demonstrating his commitment to advancing the field of exercise and sports science. Beyond his academic pursuits, Chris is an executive performance coach, weight loss consultant, fitness entrepreneurship mentor, podcast host, and enjoys engaging in coffee culture and movie discussions.   Work with RAPID Health Optimization [http://rapidhealthreport.com/] Links: Dr. Christopher Perry on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/drcperry001/] Anders Varner on Instagram [http://instagram.com/andersvarner] Doug Larson on Instagram [http://instagram.com/douglaselarson] Coach Travis Mash on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/coachtravismash/]

Flavia is a passionate CISSN nutrition coach, full-time Exercise & Sport Science faculty member, and beach volleyball strength & nutrition coach. She has been teaching and coaching for the past 18 years. She graduated with a B.S. and M.S. in Kinesiology - Exercise Science and is pursuing her Ph.D. in Health & Human Performance. Flavia is part of the Rapid Health Optimization team as a nutritionist and a research team for the International Society of Sports Nutrition, participating in different projects related to ergogenic supplements.   Flavia has been involved in athletics as a volleyball athlete, coach, and fitness enthusiast. She attended the University of Arkansas and Georgia Southern University on a volleyball scholarship for her B.S. and received her M.S. as a graduate assistant at FAU. Outside of work, Flavia is a mom to Leo (9 years old), and Maya (a 6-year-old golden retriever), and some of her hobbies are playing beach volleyball, working out, traveling, walking Maya, and being a soccer mom. Work With Us: Arétē by RAPID Health Optimization [http://aretelab.com/] Links: Flavia Pereira on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/coach.flavia/] Anders Varner on Instagram [http://instagram.com/andersvarner] Doug Larson on Instagram [http://instagram.com/douglaselarson] Coach Travis Mash on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/coachtravismash/]

In today’s episode of Barbell Shrugged, Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Travis sit down with Anders coach, Dr. Mike T. Nelson. For those that have followed the show, you know Anders has been in pursuit of running a sub-6 minute mile at the age of 40. Dr. Nelson is the coach Anders hired to help with that goal. In this episode the crew walks through program design, initial intake, and execution of how to build cardiovascular fitness. You will learn performance tests used to design Anders training program, how priorities are scheduled into a busy life, understanding higher intensity efforts mixed with Vo2Max training, Zone 2 efforts, and how to maintain strength throughout the process. We hope you enjoy. Visit https://rapidhealthoptimization.com [https://rapidhealthoptimization.com] Work with Dr. Nelson [https://miketnelson.com/] Anders Varner on Instagram [http://instagram.com/andersvarner] Doug Larson on Instagram [http://instagram.com/douglaselarson] Coach Travis Mash on Instagram [http://instagram.com/masheliteperformance]

The crew breaks down how to know when it’s time to pivot your training. From bodybuilding and Olympic lifting to CrossFit, strongman, and martial arts, they share what decades under the bar have taught them about adapting for longevity, avoiding injury, and keeping fitness enjoyable. In this episode, you will learn: * How to recognize when your training is no longer serving you * Safer alternatives to Olympic lifts for maintaining speed and power * Why jiu-jitsu has become the go-to sport for retired strength athletes * How strongman-style training and outdoor labor can replace conventional workouts * The role of play, community, and nature in sustaining lifelong fitness Work With Us: Arétē by RAPID Health Optimization [http://aretelab.com/] Links: Anders Varner on Instagram [http://instagram.com/andersvarner] Doug Larson on Instagram [http://instagram.com/douglaselarson] Coach Travis Mash on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/coachtravismash/]

In this Episode of Barbell Shrugged: * What is the immune system * Why the immune system is responsible for building muscle * How gut health impacts the immune system * Understanding recovery and its impact on the immune system * How to optimize your immune system for performance Visit https://rapidhealthoptimization.com [https://rapidhealthoptimization.com] Connect with our guests:   Anders Varner on Instagram [http://instagram.com/andersvarner] Doug Larson on Instagram [http://instagram.com/douglaselarson] Coach Travis Mash on Instagram [http://instagram.com/masheliteperformance] Dan Garner on Instagram [http://instagram.com/dangarnernutrition]