Published Jan 17, 2024

Welcome to Perform with Dr. Andy Galpin

Dr. Andy Galpin, a kinesiology expert, kicks off his podcast by sharing his strategies for optimizing physical performance, blending scientific research with practical coaching aimed at both elite athletes and everyday individuals.
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  • Host Background

    Dr. , a professor of kinesiology at Cal State Fullerton, has dedicated nearly 20 years to enhancing human performance. He has worked with Olympic medalists, world champions, and other elite athletes, applying his research to real-world scenarios. Andy aims to share advanced tools and tactics from his coaching practice that aren't always found in peer-reviewed research 1.

    My main focus of this show is not necessarily physiology that is healthy or really healthy, it's what is maximally healthy. How do I optimize and peak my physical performance?

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    His mission is to make high-level performance strategies accessible to the public, blending scientific rigor with practical insights.

       

    Podcast Goals

    The podcast aims to explore how to optimize physical performance by focusing on what Andy calls the "3 I's": Investigate, Interpret, and Intervene. He will cover topics like muscle development, endurance building, and the role of sleep and recovery. Andy emphasizes that understanding extreme performance can help improve everyday fitness levels 1.

    If we understand the tools and tactics required to perform at this kind of a level when dialed up to ten in the most extreme environments, that's going to help us understand what to do when the dial is only at five or six.

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    The goal is to provide actionable insights that can elevate both mental and physical performance.

       

    Season Format

    Season 1 will consist of about a dozen episodes, each packed with high-quality content. Andy plans to take breaks between seasons to ensure the same level of excellence is maintained. He will share both advanced and accessible strategies, making sure to clarify when he is sharing personal opinions versus scientific consensus 1.

    I want to keep the content as high of quality as possible, so this first season is going to only be about a dozen or so episodes.

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    Future seasons will be developed based on new research and feedback, ensuring continuous improvement and relevance.

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