Physiologically Speaking

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

Welcome to the Physiology Friday newsletter. Physiologically Speaking is a reader-supported publication. We all know those people, perhaps we are those people, who talk nonstop about the benefits of exercise. While generally well-intentioned, exercists can sometimes give exercise a bad reputation, making it out to be a panacea.

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Dr. Paddy Barrett

AUGUST 23, 2024

The evidence that high levels of exercise and subsequent fitness are linked with increased lifespan and health span is clear. By the end of this article, you should be convinced that high levels of fitness and daily exercise are a MUST for a longer quality of life without major illness. Here’s why. The relationship is clear.

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Physiologically Speaking

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Welcome to the Physiology Friday newsletter. FSTFUEL combines electrolytes with amino acids to help your body maintain hydration and optimal functioning during exercise or intermittent fasting, so you don't have to choose between fasting and fitness. Physiologically Speaking is a reader-supported publication. Sedentary (adj.):

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Physiologically Speaking

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Researchers claim to have discovered “exercise in a pill” every few years, like clockwork. Inevitably the media becomes fascinated with this new molecule or pill and runs wild with headlines about how we have found a way to mimic exercise without all of the hard work (finally).

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Physiologically Speaking

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Welcome to the Physiology Friday newsletter. Physiologically Speaking is a reader-supported publication. Many people carefully adjust their diets, follow specific exercise routines, and track their sleep with wearable devices, all in the pursuit of becoming the healthiest version of themselves.

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Physiologically Speaking

MAY 1, 2024

More contentious is whether ketogenic diets have any utility for exercise performance, especially among high-level athletes. This dietary approach has been studied for weight loss, metabolic syndrome, type 2 diabetes, epilepsy, Alzheimer’s disease, and cancer. fat and carbohydrates).

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Physiologically Speaking

MARCH 8, 2024

Welcome to the Physiology Friday newsletter. On Wednesday, I published a post on the philosophy and physiology of an “exercise pill.” Physiologically Speaking is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Thanks for reading.

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