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BBQ-Spiced Burger Bowl
Spiced beef patties served over a crisp, creamy garlic aioli slaw. See more
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For load:

Front squat 3-3-3-3-3-3-3 reps

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The Curious Lessons of Calorie Restriction
What can we learn about aging well from the "potential downsides" of living hungry? See more
Shrimp & Pepper Skewers with Cilantro Peanut Sauce
Grilled shrimp and peppers are skewered and served with a rich, creamy cilantro-peanut sauce bursting with bold, herbaceous flavor. See more
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21-15-9 reps for time:

Dumbbell clean and jerks
Strict pull-ups
GHD sit-ups

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The Case For Nutritional Ketosis
With Dr. Stephen Phinney See more
Beef & Veggie Bowl with Sriracha and Fried Egg
Ground beef browned with tangy zucchini and carrots, topped with a spicy sriracha sauce and a crispy fried egg. See more
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Rest

Rest day

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Metabolic Conditioning
The distinctions between aerobic and anaerobic exercise, and interval training See more
Rosemary Butter Chicken Thighs
Chicken thighs infused with fresh rosemary, garlic, and butter, finished with a drizzle of olive oil for rich, herbaceous flavor. See more
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The Total

Back squat 1-1-1 reps
Shoulder press 1-1-1 reps
Deadlift 1-1-1 reps

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Tackling the obesity crisis without drugs
How a focus on food policy could tackle the obesity crisis See more
Montreal-Spiced Ribeye
A buttery ribeye steak crusted with a bold homemade Montreal seasoning. See more
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For time:

Run 10k

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Weighing up the value of weight loss drugs
Weight loss medications have a long history of successive failures See more
Seared Scallops with Cauliflower Purée and Chive Oil
Seared scallops served over a creamy cauliflower purée, finished with a vibrant drizzle of fresh chive oil. See more
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For load:

Power snatch 3-3-3-3-3-3-3 reps

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The Metabolism of Tumors in the Body
Otto Warburg’s 1926 paper that introduced the 'Warburg Effect` See more
Green Goddess Chicken
Seared chicken breast topped with a rich green goddess sauce, served over a bed of fresh arugula. See more
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Rest

Rest day

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Metabolic Flexibility to Get Healthier
Webinar with Mike T. Nelson See more
Smoky Beef Jerky Salad with Creamy Garlic Herb Dressing
Hearty salad featuring smoky air-fried beef jerky over crisp greens with creamy garlic herb dressing. See more
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For max reps:

2 minutes to run 400 meters
1 minute of air squats (2:00-3:00)
2 minutes to run 400 meters
2 minutes of front squats (5:00-7:00)
2 minutes to run 400 meters
3 minutes of overhead squats (9:00-12:00)

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The 4S Study In Some More Detail
Why it matters that placebo-controlled trials can never be repeated See more
Pork-Stuffed Cabbage Rolls with Garlic & Ginger
Tender cabbage leaves wrapped around a savory pork filling infused with garlic and ginger, gently simmered and served with a bright, nutty dipping sauce. See more
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10 rounds:

1 minute of clean and jerks
Rest 1 minute

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Challenging conventional dietary guidelines
Prof Tim Noakes at the 2018 Public Health Collaboration Conference See more
Pork & Egg Breakfast Skillet with Avocado
Ground pork, buttery spinach, fried eggs, and creamy avocado come together in a rich breakfast skillet. See more
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For max reps:

2 minutes to row 500 meters
1 minute of ring dips (2:00-3:00)
2 minutes to row 500 meters
2 minutes of shoulder press (5:00-7:00)
2 minutes to row 500 meters
3 minutes of push-ups (9:00-12:00)

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The Cholesterol Myths
Here are the facts! See more
For load:

Front squat 3-3-3-3-3-3-3 reps

Additionally, practice planks for 20 minutes.

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21-15-9 reps for time:

Dumbbell clean and jerks
Strict pull-ups
GHD sit-ups

Men use 35-lb DBs.
Women use 25-lb DBs

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Rest

Rest day

Enjoy the recovery time, or make-up anything you missed from last week.

Photo - MetFix Foundations Seminar at MetFix Santa Cruz, CA.

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The Total

Back squat 1-1-1 reps
Shoulder press 1-1-1 reps
Deadlift 1-1-1 reps

Warm up for each, then take 3 attempts at each lift, trying to set a 1-rep-max.

Compare to 250501.

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For time:

Run 10k

On a trail, if you have a good course.

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For load:

Power snatch 3-3-3-3-3-3-3 reps

Then, practice SLIPS for 30 minutes.

Compare to 250423.

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Rest

Rest day

Enjoy the recovery time, or make-up anything you missed from last week.

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For max reps:

2 minutes to run 400 meters
1 minute of air squats (2:00-3:00)
2 minutes to run 400 meters
2 minutes of front squats (5:00-7:00)
2 minutes to run 400 meters
3 minutes of overhead squats (9:00-12:00)

Use a barbell loaded to ½ bodyweight for the front and OH squats. Squat only during the stated time intervals. If you finish the run faster than 2 minutes, you’ve earned a few seconds rest. Run slower than 2 minutes and you’ve lost time to accumulate reps.

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10 rounds:

1 minute of clean and jerks
Rest 1 minute

Use a barbell loaded to ½ bodyweight.

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For max reps:

2 minutes to row 500 meters
1 minute of ring dips (2:00-3:00)
2 minutes to row 500 meters
2 minutes of shoulder press (5:00-7:00)
2 minutes to row 500 meters
3 minutes of push-ups (9:00-12:00)

Use a barbell loaded to ½ bodyweight for the shoulder press. Perform reps only during the stated time intervals. If you finish the row faster than 2 minutes, you’ve earned a few seconds rest. Row slower than 2 minutes and you’ve lost time to accumulate reps.

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BBQ-Spiced Burger Bowl
Spiced beef patties served over a crisp, creamy garlic aioli slaw. See more

Ingredients

For the Beef Burgers:
8 oz ground beef (80/20)
1 tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp onion powder
½ tsp ground cumin
¼ tsp chili powder
½ tsp sea salt
¼ tsp black pepper
1 Tbsp butter (for searing)

For the Garlic Aioli Slaw:
1½ cups shredded green cabbage
¼ cup shredded carrot
2 Tbsp avocado oil mayonnaise
1 Tbsp olive oil
1 clove garlic, finely minced
1 tsp apple cider vinegar
½ tsp Dijon mustard
¼ tsp sea salt
¼ tsp black pepper

For Finishing:
1 Tbsp olive oil (for drizzling)
1 Tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Macronutrients

Protein: 45g
Fat: 80g
Carbs: 5g

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Shrimp & Pepper Skewers with Cilantro Peanut Sauce
Grilled shrimp and peppers are skewered and served with a rich, creamy cilantro-peanut sauce bursting with bold, herbaceous flavor. See more

Ingredients

For the Skewers:
8 oz shrimp, peeled and deveined
¼ red bell pepper, cut into chunks
¼ yellow bell pepper, cut into chunks
¼ green bell pepper, cut into chunks
1 Tbsp butter (for grilling)
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp smoked paprika
Salt and pepper, to taste

For the Cilantro Peanut Sauce:
2 Tbsp unsweetened peanut butter
1 Tbsp lime juice
1 clove garlic, minced
2 Tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
1 tsp coconut aminos
2 Tbsp warm water (to thin)
Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
Salt, to taste

Macronutrients

Protein: 46g
Fat: 32g
Carbs: 8g

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Beef & Veggie Bowl with Sriracha and Fried Egg
Ground beef browned with tangy zucchini and carrots, topped with a spicy sriracha sauce and a crispy fried egg. See more

Ingredients

6 oz ground beef
½ small zucchini, julienned or thinly sliced
¼ cup carrot, julienned or shredded
1 Tbsp white vinegar
1 Tbsp soy sauce or coconut aminos
1 Tbsp butter (for cooking)
1 egg
Salt and pepper, to taste

For the Sriracha Sauce:
2 Tbsp avocado oil mayonnaise
1 tsp hot sauce
½ tsp smoked paprika
¼ tsp garlic powder
¼ tsp apple cider vinegar

Macronutrients

Protein: 40g
Fat: 48g
Carbs: 5g

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Rosemary Butter Chicken Thighs
Chicken thighs infused with fresh rosemary, garlic, and butter, finished with a drizzle of olive oil for rich, herbaceous flavor. See more

Ingredients

4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 1½ lbs)
2 Tbsp butter, melted (for searing)
1 Tbsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, finely minced
½ tsp sea salt
¼ tsp black pepper
¼ tsp smoked paprika
1 Tbsp olive oil (for finishing)

Macronutrients

Protein: 100g
Fat: 95g
Carbs: 1g

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Montreal-Spiced Ribeye
A buttery ribeye steak crusted with a bold homemade Montreal seasoning. See more

Ingredients

8 oz ribeye steak
1 Tbsp butter (for searing)
1 Tbsp butter (for finishing)

For the Montreal Seasoning
1 tsp coarse sea salt
1 tsp cracked black pepper
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp onion powder
½ tsp smoked paprika
¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes
¼ tsp coriander seeds, lightly crushed
¼ tsp dill seeds or dried dill
¼ tsp mustard powder

Macronutrients

Protein: 52g
Fat: 58g
Carbs: 2g

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Seared Scallops with Cauliflower Purée and Chive Oil
Seared scallops served over a creamy cauliflower purée, finished with a vibrant drizzle of fresh chive oil. See more

Ingredients

For the Scallops
6 large sea scallops, patted dry
1 Tbsp butter (for searing)
½ tsp sea salt
¼ tsp black pepper
1 Tbsp olive oil (for finishing)

For the Cauliflower Purée
1½ cups cauliflower florets
2 Tbsp butter
2 Tbsp full-fat sour cream
½ tsp sea salt
¼ tsp black pepper

For the Chive Oil
2 Tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped
2 Tbsp olive oil
Pinch of sea salt

Macronutrients

Protein: 30g
Fat: 70g
Carbs: 9g

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Green Goddess Chicken
Seared chicken breast topped with a rich green goddess sauce, served over a bed of fresh arugula. See more

Ingredients

6 oz chicken breast, thinly sliced
1 Tbsp butter (for cooking)
Salt and pepper, to taste

For the Green Goddess Sauce:
½ avocado
2 Tbsp sour cream
1 Tbsp mayonnaise (sugar-free, clean ingredients)
1 Tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
1 Tbsp fresh basil, chopped
1 Tbsp fresh chives, chopped
1 tsp lemon juice
½ clove garlic, minced
Salt and pepper, to taste

For the Lemon-Tossed Greens:
1 cup arugula or spinach
1 tsp olive oil
1 tsp lemon juice
Salt and pepper, to taste

Macronutrients

Protein: 42g
Fat: 48g
Carbs: 5g

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Smoky Beef Jerky Salad with Creamy Garlic Herb Dressing
Hearty salad featuring smoky air-fried beef jerky over crisp greens with creamy garlic herb dressing. See more

Ingredients:

4 oz lean beef (London broil or flank steak), sliced into ⅛-inch strips
2 Tbsp soy sauce
¼ tsp smoked paprika
¼ tsp garlic powder
¼ tsp ground black cardamom (or pinch of clove)
Dash of cayenne pepper (optional)
1 cup baby spinach
½ cup chopped romaine
1 hard-boiled egg, sliced
2 Tbsp shredded cheddar or blue cheese (optional, for extra fat)
2 Tbsp mayonnaise
1 Tbsp sour cream
1 tsp lemon juice
½ tsp garlic powder
¼ tsp dried dill
¼ tsp onion powder
Salt and pepper, to taste
1–2 tsp water to thin, if needed

Macronutrients:

Protein: 35g
Fat: 35g
Carbs: 4g

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Pork-Stuffed Cabbage Rolls with Garlic & Ginger
Tender cabbage leaves wrapped around a savory pork filling infused with garlic and ginger, gently simmered and served with a bright, nutty dipping sauce. See more

Ingredients

8 oz ground pork
6 large green cabbage leaves
1 Tbsp butter (for pork)
1 Tbsp butter (for steaming)
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
1 Tbsp coconut aminos or soy sauce
1 Tbsp scallions, chopped
Salt and pepper, to taste

For the Dipping Sauce
2 Tbsp coconut aminos or soy sauce
1 tsp white vinegar
1 tsp olive oil
½ tsp sesame seeds
½ tsp fresh ginger, grated

Macronutrients

Protein: 47g
Fat: 65g
Carbs: 9g

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Pork & Egg Breakfast Skillet with Avocado
Ground pork, buttery spinach, fried eggs, and creamy avocado come together in a rich breakfast skillet. See more

Ingredients

6 oz ground pork
2 eggs
1 cup spinach, chopped
1 Tbsp butter (for pork)
1 Tbsp butter (for eggs)
½ avocado, sliced
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp onion powder
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 Tbsp fresh chives, chopped (optional)

Macronutrients

Protein: 49g
Fat: 70g
Carbs: 8g

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The Curious Lessons of Calorie Restriction
What can we learn about aging well from the "potential downsides" of living hungry?
Gary Taubes explores the historical debate between calorie restriction (eating less overall) and carbohydrate restriction (limiting carbs regardless of calories). He highlights that early calorie-restriction research, such as the Biosphere 2 experiment, had unintentional carb restriction due to the food mix, muddying results and revealing that benefits like improved metabolism may stem more from reduced carbs than reduced calories alone.

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The Case For Nutritional Ketosis
With Dr. Stephen Phinney
Dr. Phinney argues that humans are evolutionarily adapted to thrive on high-fat, low-carbohydrate diets, and presents scientific, historical, and clinical evidence supporting ketogenic nutrition as a safe and effective way to improve metabolic health, performance, and body composition. He advocates for a paradigm shift toward fat as a primary fuel source.

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Metabolic Conditioning
The distinctions between aerobic and anaerobic exercise, and interval training
"Metabolic training refers to conditioning exercises intended to increase the storage and delivery of energy for any activity.

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Tackling the obesity crisis without drugs
How a focus on food policy could tackle the obesity crisis
The economic impact of obesity is projected to reach 4.32 trillion dollars by 2035, if treatment measures don’t improve. The incidence of chronic diseases is increasing, while the costs of treating them are also on the rise. The go-to treatment for these conditions is pharmaceutical drugs. But is this “drug first policy” working?

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Weighing up the value of weight loss drugs
Weight loss medications have a long history of successive failures
Many of them begin with great promise but often don’t live up to the hype or end up discontinued because of serious side effects.

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The Metabolism of Tumors in the Body
Otto Warburg’s 1926 paper that introduced the 'Warburg Effect`
His paper explored how tumor cells obtain energy and whether they can be killed by depriving them of glucose and oxygen. His findings laid the groundwork for understanding cancer metabolism and are foundational to what became known as the ‘Warburg effect’—the observation that cancer cells preferentially generate energy by fermenting glucose into lactic acid, even in the presence of oxygen. Unlike normal cells, which rely primarily on aerobic respiration, this metabolic shift supports rapid growth and survival in the often low-oxygen environments of tumors.

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Metabolic Flexibility to Get Healthier
Webinar with Mike T. Nelson
This webinar with Dr. Mike T. Nelson dives deep into metabolic flexibility, the body’s ability to efficiently switch between burning fats and carbohydrates based on activity, diet, and fasting states. He explains that this adaptability is crucial for metabolic health, athletic performance, and longevity. Impaired flexibility is linked to conditions like metabolic syndrome, while improving it can enhance energy efficiency and recovery. Fuel use depends on exercise intensity: fats dominate during low-intensity activity, while carbohydrates are key during high-effort sessions. Strategic training, intermittent fasting, and tailored nutrition can shift the body’s “crossover point” to optimize fuel use.

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The 4S Study In Some More Detail
Why it matters that placebo-controlled trials can never be repeated
Malcolm Kendrick examines the landmark 4S (Scandinavian Simvastatin Survival Study), pointing out a highly unusual delay in survival benefit—no advantage for nearly 18 months followed by a sudden divergence—that contrasts sharply with the immediate benefits observed in virtually all other statin trials. He highlights that because placebo-controlled trials can’t ethically be repeated, this anomaly—potentially compounded by industry involvement—remains unchallenged, raising serious concerns about the study’s reliability and its foundational role in statin use.

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Challenging conventional dietary guidelines
Prof Tim Noakes at the 2018 Public Health Collaboration Conference
Tim Noakes' powerful presentation reflecting on his personal journey, scientific discoveries, and the ongoing battle against entrenched dietary and medical dogmas. His talk emphasizes the importance of questioning conventional wisdom, especially regarding low-carb and high-fat diets, and highlights the challenges faced when confronting industry influence and institutional resistance.

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The Cholesterol Myths
Here are the facts!
Uffe Ravnskov's blog does a great job summarizing the main points of his research and books.

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Turmeric Chicken Bowl

Golden turmeric-spiced chicken simmered with squash, onions, and garlic in a rich coconut milk sauce, served over buttery cauliflower rice and wilted spinach.

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Rest

Rest day

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Glioma Cells Depend on Fermentation of Both Glucose and Glutamine

Malignant glioma cells maintain energy production through dual fermentation pathways rather than oxidative phosphorylation.

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