512. Ask Dr. G: Exercise Strategies for Optimal Health and Body Composition

Published: Nov. 7, 2023, 8 a.m.

b'Welcome to the fourth episode of Ask Dr. G, where Dr. Sara Gottfried answers questions from you, our Commune Community. Today, Jeff and Dr. G get into the details of exercise \\u2014 what, when, how often, and for how long. They discuss the benefits of zone two training, the role of exercise in mood regulation, and the appropriate balance between aerobic, anaerobic, and resistance training.

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In this episode we cover:
0:03:18 \\u2013 How should we move our bodies for optimal health?
0:05:46 -- What is a CT scan of the heart?
0:09:55 \\u2013 Is it possible to exercise too much?
0:12:24 \\u2013 How do you define oxidative stress?
0:14:33 \\u2013 What types of plaques exist in the arteries?
0:17:05 \\u2013 What biomarkers do you use to measure a healthy heart?
0:19:28 \\u2013 How much exercise is optimal?
0:20:30 \\u2013 How should we balance the different types of exercise?
0:24:31 \\u2013 What are the different types of aerobic training, what is FTP, and what are the training zones?
0:29:19 \\u2013 Is there an aerobic zone that is optimal for mood regulation?
0:30:03 \\u2013 Can exercise be used to manage weight?
0:32:05 \\u2013 What type of exercise is the most effective at releasing endorphins?
0:33:07 \\u2013 What is the situation with lactic acid and sore muscles?
0:34:36 \\u2013 How do you balance cardio -- aerobic and anaerobic training -- with resistance training?
0:37:25 \\u2013 How can exercise influence healthspan?
0:38:19 \\u2013 How critical is flexibility?
0:44:31 \\u2013 When is the best time to exercise?
0:47:21 \\u2013 How does your body feel now, in your 50\'s, compared to your 20\'s?

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