The First Pull #61- June 6th
App Updates
News
- Some people may be genetically predisposed from Turmeric
Excessive consumption of turmeric, particularly in the form of high-dose supplements or tablets, may lead to liver damage and require hospitalization, according to experts from the University of Michigan Health.
- Countering type 2 diabetes with exercise
A University of Sydney study found that engaging in over an hour of daily moderate- to vigorous-intensity exercise can reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes by 74%, regardless of genetic predisposition. - Can exercise boost pain tolerance?
A Norwegian study reveals that physically active individuals exhibit higher pain tolerance compared to those leading sedentary lifestyles. - Do osteoarthritis treatments really work?
A research group from Lund University in Sweden has cautioned against potential pitfalls in clinical studies on osteoarthritis, particularly when recruiting highly painful patients. - Athletes can increase cardiac output during intense exercise
This graph demonstrates the redistribution of blood flow during intense exercise in an untrained male and a male athlete.
Podcasts From The Community
// FITNESS
VNR #113: Should workout standards be based on gender or the individual?
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– A VNR listener wanted to know why some movement standards (like box jumps & wall ball target heights) seem to be based on gender instead of the individual athlete. Pat & Adrian give their thoughts on this topic. Support the Varied Not Random Podcast
// COMPETITION & LIFESTYLE
The Rich Froning Podcast 006- Critiquing The Programming
This episode covers a range of topics including fitness, vacation, movies, and critiques of various workout events. Rich discusses his experiences in California, preferences for certain events, and touch on the weight and size of athletes in CrossFit.
Jocko Podcast- 387- You don’t inherit self confidence & discipline
In Jocko Podcast 387, General Michael Ferriter discusses combatives training and military operations. The conversation highlights the importance of discipline, self-confidence, controlled aggression, and integrity in leadership, while expressing gratitude towards the military and first responders for their sacrifices.
Pursuing health- CEO of your own well-being
The transcript emphasizes the significance of well-being, happiness, and personal control over one’s health and longevity. It discusses the evolving understanding of longevity, the role of spirituality in mental health, and the importance of nutrition, movement, stress resilience, connection, and environmental consciousness in overall well-being.
// SCIENCE
Huberman Lab Podcast: How your emotions & social factors impact learning
Dr. Mary Helen Immordino-Yang discusses the impact of emotions and social factors on learning during an interview on the Huberman Lab Podcast. Her research emphasizes the role of emotions in consciousness and cognition, highlighting their influence on various aspects of our lives and learning experiences.
The Drive Podcast- Cognitive decline, neurodegeneration, and head injuries: mitigation and prevention strategies
The podcast episode explores cognitive decline, neurodegeneration, and head injuries. Topics discussed include the importance of education and cognitive activity in preventing cognitive decline, as well as strategies for mitigating head injuries such as thermoregulation and supplementation with EPA and DHA.
