Moment: The Secret to Improving Your Balance That No One Talks About ft. Dr. Andy Galpin

Rena Malik, MD Podcast - Podcast tekijän mukaan Rena Malik, MD

In this enlightening episode, Dr. Rena Malik, MD, and guest expert Andy Galpin discuss the critical role of fast twitch muscle fibers in maintaining physical performance, especially as we age. Andy Galpin illuminates the concerning reality that fast twitch fibers diminish over time, stressing the importance of targeted training to preserve them. Dr. Malik and Galpin engage in a dynamic dialogue exploring the profound implications of exercise on muscular composition, illustrating with a fascinating case study of genetically identical twins with divergent lifestyles. They dissect the phenomenon of sarcopenia, the accelerated loss of muscle mass, and unravel how consistent training can influence muscle quality and functionality, regardless of genetic predispositions. Listeners will uncover transformative insights into optimizing their workout routines to maintain muscle integrity, agility, and overall body resilience. Become a Member to Receive Exclusive Content: renamalik.supercast.com Schedule an appointment with me: https://www.renamalikmd.com/appointments ▶️Chapters: 00:00 Fast Twitch Fiber Loss With Aging 01:32 Ideal Time to Train Fast Twitch Fibers 03:17 Genetic Influence on Muscle Adaptation 04:48 Twin Study: Lifestyle vs. Genetics 06:27 Genetic Disadvantages and Performance 07:58 Lifelong Resistance Training Effects 08:45 Training Optimization and Individual Responses Don't forget to check out Dr. Andy Galpin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drandygalpin/?hl=en X: https://twitter.com/DrAndyGalpin?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCe3R2e3zYxWwIhMKV36Qhkw Let's Connect!: WEBSITE: http://www.renamalikmd.com YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@RenaMalikMD INSTAGRAM: http://www.instagram.com/RenaMalikMD TWITTER: http://twitter.com/RenaMalikMD FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/RenaMalikMD/ LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/renadmalik PINTEREST: https://www.pinterest.com/renamalikmd/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/RenaMalikMD Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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