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Andy Galpin, PhD
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Professor & Scientist of Human Performance PhD Human Bioenergetics & Muscle Phys Perform w/ Dr. Andy Galpin Co-Founder @BioMoAthlete @Absolute_Rest @Vitality_BP
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    Andy Galpin, PhD
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    Jun 24
    New Perform with Dr. Andy Galpin episode: Identify & Fix Muscle Imbalances & Injury Risks 0:00 Introduction 2:30 The Three Types: Morphology, Quality, Function 9:09 Laterality: Skill vs. Force Dominance 13:21 Why Asymmetries Develop 19:47 The Bilateral Force Deficit 24:43
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    Andy Galpin, PhD
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    Jan 29, 2022
    If wanting strength and power development, remember the "3-5" concept. 3-5 reps 3-5 sets 3-5 exercises 3-5 min rest intervals 3-5 days/week Yes, it's overly simplistic for highly-trained coaches, but very effective as a basic starting program for many individuals.
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    Andy Galpin, PhD
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    Jan 21, 2025
    It's stunning how much you can reduce environmental toxin buildup in your body by simply increasing fluid intake & excretion. Drink more water. Sweat more. Breathe more. It's not the only thing you can do, but it is a high-reward, low-risk, zero-cost first step.
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    Andy Galpin, PhD
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    Jul 11, 2025
    The amount of teams/coaches still making college athletes wake up at 6 am (or earlier) to train, lift, & practice is 🤯🤯🤯. The data are incredibly clear here. Bad idea.
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    Andy Galpin, PhD
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    Mar 19, 2019
    I love what @joerogan is doing w/ his podcast lately for nutrition, but it's still all "health/aging/obesity" talk. I think if @robbwolf & I went on together we could CRUSH the "nutrition for health vs. performance" questions. Who's in for this?
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    Andy Galpin, PhD
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    Jun 16, 2020
    I was just promoted to "Full" Professor. My life is surreal. Science & academia are foreign to me. Where I'm from people don't go to college. Was on food stamps until I was 24. PhD by 27. Tenured by 33. Full prof by 36. Feel I've caught every break. Beyond grateful today.
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    Andy Galpin, PhD
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    Feb 25, 2025
    If you haven't heard, there are credible indications that new federal bills will attempt to ban the sale of creatine to < 18-year-olds; which is a mistake. I am 100% in favor of similar restrictions for countless other supplements/ingredients, but CM shouldn't be on that list.
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    Creatine For Health
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    Feb 13, 2025
    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Creatine supplementation is safe, beneficial throughout the lifespan, and should not be restricted ⬇️ Read and share! sportsnutritionsociety.org/PDFuploads/ISS… #CreatineForHealth #Creatine #Health #GRAS #FDA @IntSocietySN
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    Andy Galpin, PhD
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    Feb 16, 2025
    It’s becoming increasingly clear that more than 50% of dementia and late-onset Alzheimer’s cases are preventable. One of the best ways to reduce your risk is to keep your senses strong. In this clip, Dr. Tommy Wood (@DrRagnar) and I dive into how sensory loss—whether it’s
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    Andy Galpin, PhD
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    Jan 19, 2024
    I am honored to announce the launch of my new podcast, Perform with Dr. Andy Galpin. We'll cover all things human performance and much more. Stay tuned for Season 1. Launching Summer 2024.
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    Andy Galpin, PhD
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    Feb 6, 2025
    Want to speed up your metabolism? Here's what science says about boosting your metabolism. There are numerous evidence-based ways that actually work! But… most of what you've heard is wrong. So, let’s clear up the confusion on what’s bogus, what’s real, and what ‘speeding up
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    Andy Galpin, PhD
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    Aug 14, 2025
    WILD. This paper suggests humans can awaken a dormant muscle fiber type (IIb) - the fastest we know of, but it is completely non-existent in humans (highly abundant in cats, cheetahs, mice, etc.). Some quick context. Humans have two major muscle fiber types: Slow and
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    Andy Galpin, PhD
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    Jun 27, 2024
    Building VO2 Max Choose any activity where you can elevate your heart rate for an extended period of time with proper mechanics You do not need to run; running can be great — but it is just one activity for raising VO2 Max Lower intensity for long durations is very effective
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    Andy Galpin, PhD
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    Apr 23, 2024
    Basically every single tapering study that maintained exercise intensity and dropped volume sufficiently (~40-80% drop) for ~1-4 weeks has shown performance improvements. It's beyond reproach at this point.
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    Andy Galpin, PhD
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    Jun 23, 2024
    Muscle is critical for health and longevity. So, how do you train for muscle growth? - 10-20 working sets per muscle group per week (direct and indirect) - 5 working sets per muscle group is sufficient for maintenance - The 10-20 total sets can be achieved across 1, 2, or 3
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