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The Myth of Fat Adaptation & How to Build Muscle
1:12:08 - 1:19:05 (06:57)
The idea of being "fat adapted" is often misunderstood and exaggerated. Adding more muscle might not be significant if you already have enough muscle mass, and other factors play a more critical role in building muscle.
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Aerobic metabolism, which requires oxygen, and anaerobic metabolism, which does not require oxygen, are often misunderstood as being mutually exclusive.
1:12:08 - 1:13:37 (01:28)
Summary
Aerobic metabolism, which requires oxygen, and anaerobic metabolism, which does not require oxygen, are often misunderstood as being mutually exclusive. However, both forms of metabolism are necessary for the body to function properly.
ChapterThe Myth of Fat Adaptation & How to Build Muscle
EpisodeGUEST SERIES | Dr. Andy Galpin: How to Build Physical Endurance & Lose Fat
PodcastHuberman Lab
In order to have sustained energy throughout the day, it’s important to balance both carbohydrates and fat.
1:13:37 - 1:13:59 (00:21)
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In order to have sustained energy throughout the day, it’s important to balance both carbohydrates and fat. Carbohydrates provide quick energy while fat provides a slow drip, avoiding the up and down effects of solely relying on carbs.
ChapterThe Myth of Fat Adaptation & How to Build Muscle
EpisodeGUEST SERIES | Dr. Andy Galpin: How to Build Physical Endurance & Lose Fat
PodcastHuberman Lab
The concept of being "fat adapted" has been overhyped in the health and fitness world.
1:13:59 - 1:19:05 (05:06)
Summary
The concept of being "fat adapted" has been overhyped in the health and fitness world. While adding more muscle may not always equate to needing more calories per day, there are better ways to achieve metabolic flexibility and fat loss goals.