Using Deliberate Cold Exposure to Boost Brown Fat Thermogenesis
Using ice baths and cold to enhance recovery and performance
You can customize this routine to suit your needs, so anything you don't like, change or skip it!
Use deliberate cold exposure after training to reduce inflammation and improve recovery. Benefits are dose-dependent, so aim for multiple sessions per week.
What do I need to start this routine?
Using Deliberate Cold Exposure to Boost Brown Fat Thermogenesis
A routine for using full-body red light therapy panels, typically used by athletes for pre-training optimization and post-training recovery. This routine is based on scientific evidence showing:
This is part 2 of a 2-part series on Red Light Therapy Devices. In this video, we cover:
I start my day by assessing my recovery needs using the S.H.I.T. framework (Stiff, Heavy, Irritable, Tired) and implementing tailored recovery strategies.
As Peter explains:
"This framework for me is useful in a morning context or like a check-in so you can say to yourself or to athletes you work with how do I feel."
Peter emphasizes:
"Recovery isn't what you do just after your workout it's really a lifestyle."
In this actionable masterclass, Dr. Erik Korem interviews elite researcher Peter Tierney to reveal his game-changing S.H.I.T. Recovery Framework.
You'll learn how to assess your real state of recovery across 4 key dimensions - and take science-backed action tailored to exactly where you're struggling. From pro tips for battling muscle cramps to optimizing nutrition, hydration and sleep, this episode decodes the complex world of athletic recovery into simple, personalized tactics you can apply right now - whether you're training for competition or just trying to perform your best each day.
"Recovery is the other 22 hours outside of...training." – Peter Tierney
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A daily routine of applying ice to the testicles to potentially increase testosterone levels. This practice involves using an ice pack against the underwear for short periods throughout the day.
Credit: @BoostYourBiology
Recently, I interviewed Lucas Aoun, a YouTuber from Melbourne, Australia, who has great information relevant to aging. This video is the first of three sessions, where he discusses a technique for raising testosterone levels in aging men - a method I've never heard of before.
Grounding, also known as earthing, is the practice of connecting directly with the earth's surface. This technique has been extensively researched by Clint Ober for over 20 years and has shown promising results for health and wellness.
Lack of grounding may contribute to increased risk of inflammatory diseases such as:
Grounding remedies an electrical instability and electron deficiency in the body, aligning our biology with the earth's natural electrical charge.
With consistent practice, you can expect to:
Remember, the key to experiencing these benefits is to make grounding a regular part of your routine. Get outside, get barefoot, and connect with the earth every day for improved health and vitality!
Recently, I interviewed Lucas Aoun, a YouTuber from Melbourne, Australia, who shared valuable information relevant to aging men. This video is the first of three sessions recorded with him.
Incorporate cold therapy practices into your weekly routine to complement the daily testicle icing protocol. This can include cold showers or ice baths to potentially enhance testosterone production and overall health.
Use fasting, caffeine, and cold exposure to boost your cognitive function and mental clarity
Michael Rheese, a strength coach for the San Francisco Giants, joins Rock to discuss spring training and more. As Michael says, "We're not just stretching here, we're teaching your body new ways to move."
Use deliberate cold and heat exposure to support circadian rhythm for optimal wake and sleep cycles
Protocols from Huberman Lab episode #66 on deliberate use of cold and episode # 69
The sauna protocol that dramatically boosts the amount of growth hormone released