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483: Supplementing with Nucleotides for Post-Training Immune Boost

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  When I was in grad school studying sports nutrition most people talked about the importance of post-workout carbs and protein in terms of actual physical muscle recovery from exercise. However, we also learned that the immune system is compromised after exercise for a brief period – basically while the body gets its bearings back. Are there any supplements we would take to prevent this or bounce back faster? We review a possible option. John always reviews the full-text of every article, but you may view the free abstract by clicking here: http://journals.lww.com/nsca-jscr/Abstract/publishahead/The_Physiological_Effects_of_Nucleotide.96819.aspx .

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478: Can you Make Up for Less Training with More Protein?

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 http://traffic.libsyn.com/appliedmusclescience/478_-_final.mp3 It seems nowadays everyone is pushing for higher volume, higher frequency resistance training programs. But what about when life, injury, or recovery ability calls for periods of decreased training? Should you fear loss of gains or could you perhaps rely more on nutrition to keep the gain train chuggin. Today we review a research study on this topic and tackle different ways of viewing training and nutrition. John always reviews the full-text of every article, but you may view the free abstract by clicking here: http://journals.lww.com/nsca-jscr/Fulltext/2010/01001/Effects_Of_Resistance_Training_Volume_And_Whey.171.aspx .    

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476: HMB – Does it Have a Place as a Regular Use Supplement?

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  HMB is a controversial supplement because it is expensive, but in some studies shown to be highly effective. Anytime I see a new study on this supplement I’m sure to review it to update everyone. John always reviews the full-text of every article, but you may view the free abstract by clicking here: http://www.jissn.com/content/pdf/s12970-015-0092-9.pdf .     http://traffic.libsyn.com/appliedmusclescience/476_-_final.mp3

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472: Spacing Protein Throughout the Day - What is Optimal? - Coach's Corner with Guest Hosts Cliff Wilson & Elliot Reimers

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    Coach's Corner guest host Cliff Wilson is joined by Elliot Reimers - Muscle & Strength Author and lead developer of Simply Shredded's new supplement line. Cliff and Elliot discuss numerous philosophies regarding the optimal distribution of protein throughout the day.   http://traffic.libsyn.com/appliedmusclescience/472_-_john_did.mp3

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465: Seal Oil - Better than Fish Oil?

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  Many strength athletes are taking omega 3 supplements for the inflammatory benefits, but perhaps some do not understand the potential nervous system benefits as well. Learn more about these benefits as we review today’s research article. John always reviews the full-text of every article, but you may view the free abstract by clicking here: http://www.jissn.com/content/pdf/s12970-015-0089-4.pdf . http://traffic.libsyn.com/appliedmusclescience/465_john_did.mp3    

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