Episode Details

In this special episode that is a two-part lecture first by me and second by my guest Thomas DeLauer, you'll discover how to burn fat and build muscle with a minimum effective dose of training, and particularly, you'll learn tips on how to maintain muscle mass and functional athleticism, even as you age.

Thomas is one of the leading experts in the world of chronic inflammation as well as the response of the human body to a low-carb diet. He is noted for his personal transformation from a 280-pound overweight corporate executive, to not only being on the cover of health and fitness magazines worldwide but pioneering some of the mainstream awareness of autoimmune diseases and inflammation in general!

Thomas has been highlighted in over 20 magazines showcasing his transformation and has been featured worldwide on the cover of Ironman Magazine, Muscle and Performance Magazine, Natural Muscle Magazine, ICON Magazine, Platform Magazine, and Ironman Japan. His background is in Sports Psychology, although it is this passion for psychology coupled with a career in healthcare as a physician recruiter and owner of an ancillary lab services company that sparked his love for nutritional science and what makes the body tick.

I first interviewed Thomas DeLauer in the episode The Ultimate Guide To Quelling Inflammation: Why Your Curcumin May Not Work, Surprising Effects Of Ginger Oil, Vegan Fish Oil Options & Much More!

I then interviewed him again in the episode Does Alcohol Really Make You Fat, Which Alcohol Is Healthiest, Hidden Ingredients In Alcohol & Much More: The Ultimate Alcohol Damage Mitigation Guide.

Thomas's third appearance was in the podcast episode Magnesium Supplementation: Everything You Need To Know About Dosing Magnesium, Timing Magnesium, Forms Of Magnesium & More!

During our discussion, you'll discover: -Sarcopenia: what it is and how to mitigate its effects as you age [6:00]

• Sarcopenia is when the muscles become smaller and weaker with age
• Research suggests this is due to the muscle's mitochondria becoming less dense, losing efficiency, etc.
• Strength training can reverse the mitochondrial decline by nearly 40 years
• Length of telomeres can reflect that of people 10 years their junior when engaging in strength training
• Strength training is more efficacious than chronic cardio or endurance training
• The stronger you are, the more length your telomeres can have

-Case studies on the effects of strength training on longevity [10:40]

• Study on seniors who engaged in strength training showing lower odds of dying
• Regular exercise reduces risk of early death, CV disease, diabetes, cancer, etc.
• Strength training, racquet sports, swimming, cycling is the killer combo for longevity
• Charles Uegster on the diet: "Variety is key..."
• BGF podcast w/ Dr. Michael Smith
• Laird Hamilton
• Dr. Daniel Amen
• Book: