Ep.09 - Metabolic Efficiency: The Good, The Bad, & The AWESOME

In this Inside Scoop episode, Bob and Dina continue their discussion of nutrition periodization by covering one of the core elements, Metabolic Efficiency TrainingTM (MET). Even if you’ve heard of this concept before, you’ll want to tune in to make sure you get the information from the creator of the concept (Bob). HINT: MET isn’t a hack, a low-carb diet, or a trendy quick-fix fad.

We cover:

· The origin story of MET and its evolution

· Is gastrointestinal distress par for the course for endurance athletes?

· The crossover concept and how the body’s fat and carb-burning ability is influenced by exercise

· The progression of the crossover concept as nutrition strategies enter the picture

· Is MET about the avoidance of carbs and simply a high-fat approach?

· The differences in the body’s energy storage between carbs and fat

· Who is MET best for and a highlight of some of its benefits

· The nutrition “practice” at the root of MET and an overview of a couple of the successful nutrition strategies of MET implementation

· Testing your Metabolic Efficiency and the 3 categories of efficiency

You can find the 2nd edition of the book “Metabolic Efficiency Training: Teaching the Body to Burn Fat” at https://www.enrgperformance.com/online-store and more information about the concept and certified practitioners at www.metabolicefficiency.org

Got a sports nutrition question for the Sport Dietitians? Email us your inquiry at hello@insidesportsnutrition.com and we’ll get it on a future Q&A episode.

Learn about Bob and Dina’s services: Find Bob at www.enrgperformance.com and Dina at www.nutritionmechanic.com

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