Welcome to Episode 5 of the Dr. Mike Show. Today, I am joined by special guest, Dr. Heather Leidy. Heather is an associate professor and the director of the clinical research center at Perdue University. She has a bachelors degree in biology, along with masters and PhD in physiology both from Penn State University. Colleague and friend of mine for several years now, Heather is also a strongman competitor. For those of you who have read the MetaShred Diet book, I reference a fair amount of Heather’s research.
In This Episode We'll Discuss
- Protein and the lies that people tell about protein
- What it takes to be a research scientist and a strong man competitor
- Satiety, hunger, fullness, and appetite
- Protein shakes
- Post-workout protein
- Breakfast: skipping vs. conventional vs. high protein
- Dr. Leidy's current research and training schedule
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EPISODE 005 - SHOW NOTES:
- 00:00 - Welcome to the show. Dr. Mike says hello, and introduces special guest Heather Leidy, PhD. Today's topics: protein, feeling full, the lies that people tell about protein, and what it takes to be a research scientist and a strong man competitor
- 00:30 - Introduction to the show, Co-Host Chris Dominello is snowed in :(
- 01:45 - Today’s sponsor (Cerevan) is introduced. Heather’s bio and background is discussed
- 04:00 - Heather and Dr. Mike continue chatting about Heather’s background, including the Strongman competition
- 05:35 - Heather goes into her background and discusses her first clinical study
- 10:15 - Dr. Mike has questions for Heather about protein
- 13:00 - Dr. Mike and Heather discuss hunger hormones and exercise, weight loss, low vs. higher protein diets
- 19:30 - Dr. Mike and Heather continue their discussion on protein and discuss variety
- 23:00 - Dr. Mike and Heather discuss satiety, hunger, fullness, and appetite
- 27:10 - Heather discusses common misunderstandings about protein
- 31:30 - Even more protein! Heather discusses why she does not do protein shakes
- 34:10 - Post workout protein is discussed
- 37:00 - Heather discusses her current research
- 40:30 - Skipping breakfast / normal breakfast / high protein breakfast are discussed
- 45:40 - Dr. Mike asks guest Heather about her training schedule, how she finds the time as a mother, and more
- 48:40 - Wrap up, Dr. Mike thanks special guest Heather for being a part of the show
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