Dr. Thomas Cunningham, MD: Pro Clinic on Supplementation and Biohacking to Boost Strength, Recover Faster, Improve Endurance, and Feel Better

The Struggle Climbing Show

In this Pro Clinic, Dr. Thomas Cunningham, MD covers:

• Clinical trials and studies that show the most promise for enhancing performance and health on and off the rock
• Supplements and biohacks that range from most-proven to most-fringe
• How to boost:
  • strength
  • endurance
  • recovery
  • longevity
  • focus
  • mood
• Dosage and frequency recommendations
• Non-supplementation interventions, including C02 tolerance training and glucose monitoring

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CHAPTERS:

• (10:34) PROTEIN
• (13:43) CREATINE
• 17:50 VITAMIN D & MAGNESIUM
• 19:25 SALT
• 23:22 CAFFEINE
• 28:49 FISH OIL
• 35:32 BETA ALANINE
• 45:08 COLLAGEN
• 51:46 CITRULLINE MALATE
• 55:29 RHODEIOLA ROSEA
• 57:34 TESTOSTERONE BOOSTERS
• 01:03:41 PEPTIDES
• 01:08:26 ANABOLIC STEROIDS
• 01:12:59 BREATH WORTH
• 01:25:25 GLUCOSE MONITOR
• 01:28:58 VO2 MAX

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Connect with Dr. Cunningham at thomascunninghammd.com

A collection of sources cited by Dr. Cunningham can be found HERE

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This show is produced and hosted by Ryan Devlin, and edited by Glen Walker. The Struggle is carbon-neutral in partnership with The Honnold Foundation and is a proud member of the Plug Tone Audio Collective, a diverse group of the best, most impactful podcasts in the outdoor industry.

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