This conversation is with Dr. Jules Cormier, a plant-based family medicine physician and Ninja warrior athlete in New Brunswick, Canada. Dr. Cormier earned his PhD in medicine at the Universite de Sherbrooke medical school and chose family medicine as a specialty because he highly prioritized forming lifelong relationships with his patients. In addition to his own practice, he is heavily involved in teaching various aspects of medicine, including lifestyle medicine and the power of plant-based nutrition!
To complement his professional life, Dr. Cormier trains and competes in Ninja Warrior competitions and in 2022 he represented Canada at the world Ninja Warrior Championships in Las Vegas. He truly understands the importance of not just achieving health, but optimizing performance and he is skilled at combining evidence based science with practical training tactics.
We discuss:
- How cutting out dairy transformed his health
- Competing in the 2022 world Ninja Warrior championships
- His typical weekly training program
- When protein powders make sense athletes
- If you’re going to take any supplement, take creatine!
- Whether BCAAs are worth your money
- Dietary nitrates for running performance
- Why caffeine intake should be individualized
- Nutrient considerations for pre- and post-workout
- Simple principles for hydration
- Tips for transitioning to a healthier, plant-predominant diet
Connect:
- Instagram: @plantbased_dr_jules
- Instagram: @maritimeninja
- YouTube: Maritime Ninja Warrior
- Facebook: @plantbaseddrjules
Connect with me: @casswarbeck
Resources:
- Dr. Cormier’s website: plantbaseddrjules.com
- Digital downloads and eBooks: https://www.plantbaseddrjules.com/shop
Show sponsors: Warlock Lid Co and Warlock Golf
Theme music: Tyler Gaudon
Audio editing and processing: Wyatt Pavlik
*Please appreciate that any information discussed is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, always seek the opinion of a physician or qualified healthcare provider.*
Audio editing and processing by Wyatt Pavlik
Theme music by Ievgen Poltavskyi from Pixabay
*Please appreciate that any information discussed is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, always seek the opinion of a physician or qualified healthcare provider.*
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