🎙️ Unlocking Peak Performance with Dr. Michael MacPherson | 1st Optimal Podcast
Join us on the latest episode of the 1st Optimal Podcast as we delve into the science and application of Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) Training with renowned sport scientist Dr. Michael MacPherson, PhD, CSCS. With a rich background in health sciences and sports medicine, Dr. MacPherson brings a wealth of knowledge on optimizing athletic performance and recovery.
In This Episode:
- Understanding BFR Training: Explore how BFR enhances muscle strength, mobility, and functionality.
- Physiological Benefits: Learn about the upregulation of VEGF, HIF-1α, PGC-1α, and eNOS, and their roles in angiogenesis and muscle recovery .
- Pain Reduction: Discover how BFR can reduce pain perception during exercise, offering a hypoalgesic effect beneficial for rehabilitation .
- Integration with Peptide Therapies: Discuss the synergistic effects of combining BFR with peptide therapies offered by 1st Optimal.
- Enhancing Explosive Training: Insights into how BFR can be incorporated into high-intensity interval training (HIIT) to boost aerobic and anaerobic performance .
- Foot and Ankle Mobility: Techniques to improve lower limb mobility and prevent injuries.
- Dr. MacPherson also shares insights from his eBook, The Clinician’s Guide to Blood Flow Restriction Training, which compiles over 130 peer-reviewed studies on BFR .
About Dr. Michael MacPherson: Dr. MacPherson is a leading expert in BFR training, with extensive experience in sports medicine and health sciences. He is dedicated to advancing athletic performance through evidence-based practices.
Connect with Dr. MacPherson:
LinkedIn: Dr. Michael MacPherson
Instagram: @dr_macpherson2
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