In Episode 9 of the Nervous System Training Podcast, we break down Michael Jordan's unique athletic qualities through the lens of nervous system training. We analyze his footwork, balance, emotional drive, and why his style is still misunderstood today.
We also dive into the history of PED usage in pro sports, comparing Soviet doping programs to Western approaches, and discuss the role of neuro supplements, psychedelics, and myelin health in performance and perception.
Timestamps:
00:00 – Intro & Community Q&A Invite
00:25 – Michael Jordan’s Athleticism Breakdown
05:10 – Basketball Footwork, Physicality & Court Dynamics
09:30 – Shin Splints, Foot Health & Hard Surface Training
12:00 – Comparing Jordan’s Era to Modern Players
14:00 – PED Usage in Pro Sports: 70s, 80s, 90s Truths
20:00 – Soviet Doping Programs vs. Western Cycles
25:00 – Estimating PED Usage Percentages by Decade
30:00 – Dosages, Protocols & Differences in PED Strategy
35:00 – Supplementation for Nervous System Health
40:00 – Lion’s Mane & Myelin Sheath Repair
45:00 – Psychedelics, Neurogenesis & Performance
52:00 – Microdosing for Training Awareness
57:00 – Emotional Drive, Flow State & Training Intensity
01:05:00 – Travel, Perspective & Universal Athlete Traits
01:10:00 – Outro & Listener Q&A Invite
Questions or videos for future episodes?
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