Physiologically Speaking

OCTOBER 25, 2024

Welcome to the Physiology Friday newsletter. Physiologically Speaking is a reader-supported publication. There’s a difference between objective and subjective sleep quality that’s not only important but physiologically relevant. Thanks for reading Physiologically Speaking!

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Physiologically Speaking

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Welcome to the Physiology Friday newsletter. Physiologically Speaking is a reader-supported publication. This has been a big debate in exercise physiology for, quite literally, decades. I’ve been using them during all of my long bike rides and before runs. You can get 20% off using the code BRADY20 on the site.

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Physiologically Speaking

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Endurance performance is determined by three primary variables which were proposed by Dr. Michael Joyner over 3 decades ago in a paper titled “Modeling optimal marathon performance on the basis of physiological factors.” researchers gained insight into the physiology of elite-level endurance athletes.

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Physiologically Speaking

AUGUST 30, 2024

Welcome to the Physiology Friday newsletter. Physiologically Speaking is a reader-supported publication. Everyone from coaches to physiology textbooks proclaimed lactic acid as a metabolic poison. It promotes psychological and physiological resilience in the brain. Just use the coupon code BRADY30 at checkout.

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Physiologically Speaking

JANUARY 24, 2025

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Physiologically Speaking

JANUARY 17, 2025

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Physiologically Speaking

AUGUST 23, 2024

Welcome to the Physiology Friday newsletter. Physiologically Speaking is a reader-supported publication. A quick plug (and discount code!) for an electrolyte supplement I’ve been loving. It’s a zero-sugar electrolyte drink that tastes awesome. Just use the coupon code BRADY30 at checkout. Do you know your VO₂ max?

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Physiologically Speaking

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

Welcome to the Physiology Friday newsletter. Physiologically Speaking is a reader-supported publication. What physiological mechanisms make moderate to high levels of activity so favorable, especially in our modern environment? This week, I’m sharing one of my favorite articles I’ve ever written.

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Physiologically Speaking

JANUARY 5, 2024

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Physiologically Speaking

JANUARY 12, 2024

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Physiologically Speaking

OCTOBER 1, 2024

In case you missed it, here’s a short recap of the studies I covered in September in the Physiology Friday newsletter. Physiologically Speaking is a reader-supported publication. Physiologically Speaking is a reader-supported publication. Enjoy them for the first time or enjoy them again! It means the world.

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Physiologically Speaking

DECEMBER 29, 2023

Welcome to the Physiology Friday newsletter. Physiologically Speaking is a reader-supported publication. A friendly reminder that while science provides us with never-ending insight into our physiology, sometimes we just have to do “what’s best” for us. ” Details can be found at the end of the post!

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Physiologically Speaking

JUNE 14, 2024

Welcome to the Physiology Friday newsletter. Physiologically Speaking is a reader-supported publication. Details about the sponsors of this newsletter including Examine.com and my book “VO2 Max Essentials ” can be found at the end of the post! “Inflammation.” ” It’s the word we all fear.

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Physiologically Speaking

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Welcome to the Physiology Friday newsletter. Physiologically Speaking is a reader-supported publication. A new study in the Journal of Physiology investigated a simple and quick “prehabilitation” strategy for older adults, 1 though the applications can apply to all of us, ragardless of age. The Journal of Physiology.

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Physiologically Speaking

MARCH 22, 2024

Welcome to the Physiology Friday newsletter. Physiologically Speaking is a reader-supported publication. However, in the last few decades, there’s been a rising interest in studying the physiology of sedentary behavior. All of these questions were investigated in a new study published in the Journal of Applied Physiology.

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Physiologically Speaking

JULY 12, 2024

Welcome to the Physiology Friday newsletter. Physiologically Speaking is a reader-supported publication. Temperature manipulation appears to be one of the simplest and most effective tools that we have to modulate our physiology. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.

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Physiologically Speaking

APRIL 12, 2024

Welcome to the Physiology Friday newsletter. Physiologically Speaking is a reader-supported publication. ICYMI On Wednesday, I published a post about the recent evidence on high-volume exercise and atherosclerosis in athletes.

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Physiologically Speaking

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

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Physiologically Speaking

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Welcome to the Physiology Friday newsletter. Physiologically Speaking is a reader-supported publication. When we don’t get enough sleep, our physiology suffers—insulin sensitivity tanks, cognitive function wanes, and physical performance is drastically impaired. I know I have (new dad here). and woke up at 7 a.m. (8

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Physiologically Speaking

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Welcome to the Physiology Friday newsletter. Physiologically Speaking is a reader-supported publication. Thanks to the premium sponsor of this newsletter: FSTFUEL electrolyte supplement. It’s a zero-sugar electrolyte drink that tastes awesome. Just use the coupon code BRADY30 at checkout. Sedentary (adj.): Of occupations, etc.,

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Nature Reviews - Cardiology

MARCH 2, 2025

Nature Reviews Cardiology, Published online: 03 March 2025; doi:10.1038/s41569-025-01140-3 The brainheart axis comprises the anatomical and functional interaction between the neural and cardiovascular systems that regulate physiological, cognitive and emotional states in both health and disease.

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HCPLive

JULY 19, 2024

A panel of experts on iron deficiency anemia introduce themselves and provide an overview of the physiology of iron metabolism and iron deficiency.

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Open Heart

JANUARY 19, 2025

Introduction Data on the characteristics and outcomes of pregnancy and among patients with Fontan physiology are limited. Conclusions Over one-third of women with Fontan physiology in our cohort had a documented pregnancy. We aimed to evaluate the immediate and long-term outcomes among these patients who were followed at our centre.

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Heart BMJ

JULY 25, 2024

The authors logically suggest that the data, taken in the context of promising clinical results from this and other angiogram-derived physiology systems, indicate that vFFR should be used more routinely in clinical practice to improve the precision of patient diagnosis and management.

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Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine

MARCH 11, 2025

Passive HT can induce both local and systemic physiological responses, primarily through repeated thermal stress consisting of short-term passive exposure to high temperatures. Such responses closely parallel the physiological adaptations observed during aerobic exercise.

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Physiologically Speaking

JANUARY 3, 2024

Cardiovascular physiology has long held that the heart is a mechanical pump and that the heart’s propulsive power is the main driver of blood flow throughout the body. This fundamental concept in cardiovascular physiology is known as the Frank-Starling mechanism.

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Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine

JANUARY 31, 2024

Objectives The purpose of this study was to assess the clinical outcome after right ventricular outflow tract (RVOT) stenting in late presenter patient with unrepaired Fallot physiology.

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Physiologically Speaking

AUGUST 9, 2024

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Physiologically Speaking

JULY 26, 2024

Welcome to the Physiology Friday newsletter. Physiologically Speaking is a reader-supported publication. This irregular sleep pattern misaligns circadian rhythms and disrupts physiology. ICYMI: On Wednesday, I published my video interview with Dr. Andrew Koutnik. “The shorter your sleep, the shorter your life.”

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Science Daily - Stroke

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Researchers have developed a laser-based device that can measure blood flow noninvasively and differentiate stroke risk based on current physiological conditions.

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Physiologically Speaking

JUNE 28, 2024

Welcome to the Physiology Friday newsletter. Physiologically Speaking is a reader-supported publication. ICYMI: I appeared as a guest on Siim Land’s podcast to chat about all things VO2 max. You can watch the YouTube video here.

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Heart BMJ

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

A better understanding of how we assess and interpret coronary physiology in these patients is required to optimise treatment pathways.

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Physiologically Speaking

AUGUST 16, 2024

Welcome to the Physiology Friday newsletter. Physiologically Speaking is a reader-supported publication. And thanks to a new study published in Frontiers in Physiology , we’ve got some answers. A quick plug for an exercise app that you need to be using to track your workouts. P.S. Personal Trainer Mode is now live!

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Physiologically Speaking

APRIL 26, 2024

Welcome to the Physiology Friday newsletter. Physiologically Speaking is a reader-supported publication. ICYMI On Wednesday, I published The Ultimate Guide to Sleep and Cardiovascular Health.

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Physiologically Speaking

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

Welcome to the Physiology Friday newsletter. Physiologically Speaking is a reader-supported publication. Most athletes know that carbs are crucial for performance, but what happens when you skip them after a workout? To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.

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Physiologically Speaking

MAY 31, 2024

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Physiologically Speaking

OCTOBER 18, 2024

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