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The Science of Sports PerformanceNutrition 101: Protein | Episode 13Today's episode is the second part of a "Nutrition 101" mini series. In this episode we discuss protein, where you can expect to learn about the basic chemical structure of proteins (amino acids, peptides, and so on), essential and non-essential amino acids, digestion, protein quality of food, guidelines for daily protein consumption, BCAA supplements, and more.
2:07 Basic structure of a protein & parts of an amino acid
7:47 Amino acids, dipeptides, peptides, polypeptides, and proteins
9:20 Primary, secondary, tertiary, and quaternary protein structure
16:16 Denaturation of proteins
22:41 Protein digestion in the stomach and intestines
28:36 Essential vs. Non-essential...
2025-12-171h 24
The Science of Sports PerformanceHow I Took My Powerlifting Total from 1275 to 1355 | Episode 12Last week I competed in my second powerlifting meet and made this episode to share some of my training and competition techniques that helped me add 80 pounds to my total in 5 months. If you are new to powerlifting and want to get a foundational understanding of the lifts and the sport, I would refer you to episode 6, which is where I discuss my first powerlifting meet. Expect to learn about the function of a powerlifting peak week, what reverse pyramid training is, powerlifter nutrition, and more.
2:46 Rules of this powerlifting meet (non-federation)
6:49 Purpose of powerlifting Peak...
2025-11-241h 34
The Science of Sports PerformanceNutrition 101: Carbohydrates and Alcohol | Episode 11Today's episode is the first part a "Nutrition 101" mini series. In this episode we discuss carbohydrates and alcohol. In future episodes we will discuss protein, fats, vitamin, minerals, etc. In todays episode you can expect to learn about the basic chemical structure of carbohydrates (including sugars, starches, and fiber), non-nutritive sweeteners, different levels of carbohydrate intake, the benefits of fiber, and why alcohol damages the human body.
2:33 What is a carbohydrate?
8:38 Saccharides: The basic units of carbohydrate molecules
14:26 Alpha and beta bonds
17:25 1-4 and 1-6 bonds
21:45 Types of dietary...
2025-11-071h 38
Free Thinking Through the Fourth Turning with Sasha StoneTotalitarians at the GateFor a brief moment in time, the Democrats were humiliated in defeat. November of 2024 was the body blow necessary to end the war on Trump. They lost. Trump won, and that was that.They never absorbed that loss, however, except in the way that it made them meaner, angrier, and more willing to blow through norms and abandon what remained of their humanity to chase victory by any means necessary. That would include spending hundreds of millions on Prop 50. It would include celebrating the murder of Charlie Kirk and fantasizing about Trump’s imminent death.It...
2025-11-0740 min
The Science of Sports PerformanceRecovery and Fatigue Management | Episode 10DISCLAIMER: This episode is formatted to discuss how to recover from the general stresses of exercise and sport. I am not a medical provider, nor a physical therapist, and this episode is not meant to address how we can recover from sport related injuries such as ligament tears or broken bones.
In today's episode we will be discussing how to recover from an exercise or training session so that we can make meaningful adaptations from that training and be able to perform at our best ability as soon as possible. We discuss how to evaluate whether a...
2025-10-011h 22
The Science of Sports PerformanceDr. Sam Scott: Nutrition for Athletes with Diabetes | Episode 9Today's episode is my conversation with Dr. Sam Scott, an exercise physiologist specialized in helping athletes who have diabetes manage their nutrition and insulin to perform at their best while avoiding hypo- or hyperglycemic events. We discuss the physiology of key hormones like insulin and glucagon, challenges of properly dosing insulin and managing blood sugar, fueling techniques for athletes with diabetes, and even the use of insulin as a PED.
00:24 Introduction for Dr. Scott
03:35 Foundational understanding of diabetes (T1D vs. T2D, HbA1c, insulin)
09:50 Dangers of too high or too low...
2025-09-201h 43
The Science of Sports PerformanceDoes Sucralose Cause Insulin Spikes?Today's episode is one that I had intended to be a YouTube special where I discussed the results of a miniature nutrition study that I conducted on myself to determine whether the artificial sweetener sucralose causes your body to release insulin upon ingestion. The results surprised me! Because of the graphs and figures that I show, listening to this episode on YouTube will be the best for your fully understanding the material, however I am also going to upload it to my podcast platforms because it will still be an informational bonus episode when listening "audio-only."
2:06 Why...
2025-09-1237 min
The Science of Sports PerformanceNutrition, Chronic Disease, and Health Span: My Conversation with Dr. Akash Sehgal | Episode 8Today's episode is my conversation with Dr. Akash Sehgal. Dr. Sehgal invited me to be a guest on his podcast "Dr. Washbrains" which covers a variety of topics related to health and chronic disease. In my appearance on his show, he wanted to know about nutritional tools we can use to have better health and aging. we discussed a variety of topics including, antioxidants, protein intake, micronutrients, and the gut microbiome. Unfortunately, due to a technical error on my part, I lost my half of the video for this podcast, so Dr. Sehgal adapted this into an audio-only podcast...
2025-09-102h 42
The Science of Sports PerformanceHydration, Water, and Electrolytes: How to Stay Hydrated as an Athlete | Episode 7Todays episode covers topics regarding hydration, water, and electrolytes. These are all crucial tools for athletes, and anybody engaging in physical training to ensure peak performance. Expect to learn the role water and electrolytes play in the body, how our body regulates our levels of water and electrolytes, why ocean water is dehydrating, the effectiveness of different hydration beverages on the market, whether certain drinks can dehydrate you, and so much more.
02:10 What role does water play in the body?
09:27 What are electrolytes and what do they do?
11:59 Where within our bodies are...
2025-08-071h 37
The Science of Sports PerformanceWeightlifting Aids: An Excerpt from Episode 6This is an excerpt from Episode 6 of The Science Of Sports Performance, titled "Squat, Bench, Deadlift, and Smelling Salts." This is the final portion of the episode where we discus ergogenic aids: tools meant to improve physical performance. Due to the length of the segments, I felt it fitting to post each portion as bonus episodes. Expect to learn about the effectiveness of ammonia smelling salts, music, and psyching yourself up.
Full episode: https://youtu.be/veLCHjNBlhQ?si=kVpxs5npsPEUA14q
If you are enjoying the things you learn in this episode, there are some...
2025-07-2320 minThe Science of Sports PerformanceHow to Deadlift: An Excerpt from Episode 6This is an excerpt from Episode 6 of The Science Of Sports Performance, titled "Squat, Bench, Deadlift, and Smelling Salts." This is the deadlift portion of the episode. Due to the length of the segments, I felt it fitting to post each portion as bonus episodes. Expect to learn about the biomechanics, technique, cues, equipment, and accessory exercise related to the deadlift.
Full episode: https://youtu.be/veLCHjNBlhQ?si=kVpxs5npsPEUA14q
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2025-07-2123 minThe Science of Sports PerformanceHow to Bench Press: An Excerpt from Episode 6This is an excerpt from Episode 6 of The Science Of Sports Performance, titled "Squat, Bench, Deadlift, and Smelling Salts." This is the bench press portion of the episode. Due to the length of the segments, I felt it fitting to post each portion as bonus episodes. Expect to learn about the biomechanics, technique, cues, equipment, and accessory exercise related to the barbell bench press.
Full episode: https://youtu.be/veLCHjNBlhQ?si=kVpxs5npsPEUA14q
If you are enjoying the things you learn in this episode, there are some terrific zero cost ways to support! Please...
2025-07-1830 min
The Science of Sports PerformanceHow to Squat: An Excerpt from Episode 6This is an excerpt from Episode 6 of The Science Of Sports Performance, titled "Squat, Bench, Deadlift, and Smelling Salts." This is the squat portion of the episode coming in at 56 minutes! Because of its length, I felt it fitting to upload this clip distinctly to podcast platforms.
Expect to learn about the biomechanics, technique, cues, equipment, and accessory exercise related to the barbell back squat.
Full episode: https://youtu.be/veLCHjNBlhQ?si=kVpxs5npsPEUA14q
If you are enjoying the things you learn in this episode, there are some terrific zero cost ways...
2025-07-1556 min
The Science of Sports PerformanceSquat, Bench, Deadlift, and Smelling Salts | Episode 6In our last episode I talked about neural adaptations for strength gain, and common periodization powerlifters use to get ready for a meet. I realized that I wanted to spend some time going over the 3 lifts themselves, including biomechanics, technique, equipment, and accessory exercises. I also spend some time going over studies about ergogenic aids: tools that are supposed to increase physical performance, including ammonia smelling salts, music, and psyching up. If you would like to work with me directly as your powerlifting coach, send me a message!
If you are enjoying the things you learn in...
2025-07-122h 16
The Science of Sports PerformancePowerlifting, Strength Gain, and Neural Adaptations | Episode 5In this episode, I recap my recent powerlifting meet, and discuss how we can become stronger without necessarily growing muscle through neural adaptations in our muscles. I discuss some physiology, and the results of a study that tested low, intermediate, and high rep training protocols. I also talk about a common training "periodization" that an athlete would use to prepare for a powerlifting meet, and topics like making weight and carb loading. If you would like to work with me directly, as your powerlifting coach, send me a message!
If you are enjoying the things you learn...
2025-06-281h 37
The Science of Sports PerformanceHow I Write an Exercise Coaching Plan | Episode 4This Episode is Part 2 of 2 in a series on how I would write both a Nutrition and an Exercise Plan for 4 different clients whose goals are maximizing athletic performance, bulking, cutting, and large amounts of weight loss. I want to show you the thought processes that go into helping my clients and athletes so that you can notice patterns and hopefully be able to apply good principles to your own routine. Of course, if you would like to work with me directly, send me a message! If you are enjoying the things you learn in this episode, there are...
2025-06-072h 11
The Science of Sports PerformanceHow I Write a Nutrition Coaching Plan | Episode 3This Episode is Part 1 of 2 in a series on how I would write both a Nutrition and an Exercise Plan for 4 different clients whose goals are maximizing athletic performance, bulking, cutting, and large amounts of weight loss. I want to show you the thought processes that go into helping my clients and athletes so that you can notice patterns and hopefully be able to apply good principles to your own routine. Of course, if you would like to work with me directly, send me a message!
If you are enjoying the things you learn in this episode...
2025-05-241h 30
The Science of Sports PerformanceManipulating Body Composition | Episode 2In this episode we discuss the science behind, and practice advice on how to manipulate body composition through fat loss and muscle gain. We discuss topics such as whether calories dictate weight loss, various types of popular diets, tools to create sustainable habits, and how many calories are required for your body type. We discuss topics such as protein consumption, range of motion and fueling your training session. We even discuss nutritional implications for pregnant and breastfeeding mothers.
If you are enjoying the things you learn in this episode, there are some terrific zero cost ways to...
2025-05-143h 15
The Science of Sports PerformanceHow We Know What We Do About Nutrition and Exercise | Episode 1In episode 1 of this podcast, it felt fitting to me to discuss how research is conducted on the topics I will be covering on this show. We cover Cohort studies, Case-control studies, Human Randomized Controlled Trials, Rodent Studies, and Meta Analyses. We discuss the strengths and limitations of each and give specific examples and how we can take information from these studies.
I also talk about how you all in my audience can determine if a claim is valid and reliable. There is a lot of misinformation in the fitness industry and I want you all to...
2025-04-052h 16
The Science of Sports PerformanceWelcome to The Science of Sports PerformanceWelcome to The Science of Sports Performance Podcast!
I am your host, Ben Pressler. I am currently an undergraduate student at BYU majoring in both Nutritional and Exercise Sciences.
In this podcast, we will discuss a variety of topics such as fundamentals of nutrition, how to train and fuel for a specific event or goal, hydration, sports supplements, and so on. Whether you're a competitive athlete in an organized sport, a parent trying to improve your fitness, or someone who just wants to be healthy into old age, I hope that the principles discussed in t...
2025-04-0403 min
Devil and the Deep Blue SeaHell's BellsDo you hear what I hear? Backmasking. From the Beatles to Led Zeppelin, rumors of hidden, subversive messages in popular music sent Christians into a frenzy. Backmasking wasn’t just a recording trick—it was seen as proof that rock musicians weren’t just after album sales but after the very souls of our children. Today, we’re unpacking the hysteria around backmasking, but first let’s explore the conservative resurgence and the world events that set the stage for a full-blown moral panic.We’ll begin at the 1984 Los Angeles O...
2025-03-251h 24
The Bubble Lounge (Highland Park & University Park Texas)Meet the Highland Park Lacrosse Captains❤️ LIKE THE SHOW? Click here to send us a message.In this episode of The Bubble Lounge, we sit down with Highland Park Lacrosse captains Parker Addison (Attack), Ben Boyer (LSM), Benton Owens (Defense), and Paxton Smith (Midfield) as they take us inside their journey from last season’s heartbreaking semifinal loss to their relentless pursuit of a state championship.From fierce rivalries with Westlake and Torrey Pines to the invaluable lessons instilled by Coach Pressler and their families, these captains share what drives them, the team culture they’re building, and how l...
2025-02-0622 min
Be ConnectedS3 E39. Jeremiah and the EndOn today's special episode, Ben Greenbaum is joined by Bud Moore, Lou Floetker, and Dr. Susan Pressler as they explore the book of Jeremiah.
2024-09-2326 min
Bonsai Time Podcast32 - Why You Should Apply for the Ben Oki Scholarship with Bob Pressler, Part 2For this next 2-part series, Kevin and Kelly interviewed Bob Pressler regarding a bonsai scholarship that he helps organize. They talked about why you should apply and how you can boost your odds of success! The Ben Oki Scholarship Fund is awarded by the California Bonsai Society to two recipients a year. Each recipient is granted $1000 to use to further their bonsai education to give back to the bonsai community. Your co-hosts, Kevin Faris and Kelly Lui, are among the previous recipients of this scholarship.
For more information on how to apply, please go to https://www.californiabonsaisociety.com/po...
2024-05-0756 minBonsai Time Podcast31 - Why You Should Apply for the Ben Oki Scholarship with Bob Pressler, Part 1For this next 2-part series, Kevin and Kelly interviewed Bob Pressler regarding a bonsai scholarship that he helps organize. They talked about why you should apply and how you can boost your odds of success! The Ben Oki Scholarship Fund is awarded by the California Bonsai Society to two recipients a year. Each recipient is granted $1000 to use to further their bonsai education to give back to the bonsai community. Your co-hosts, Kevin Faris and Kelly Lui, are among the previous recipients of this scholarship.
For more information on how to apply, please go to https://www.californiabonsaisociety.com...
2024-05-0657 minThe Bubble Lounge (Highland Park & University Park Texas)Highland Park Lacrosse with Head Coach, Mike PresslerCoach Mike Pressler, the mastermind behind Highland Park's lacrosse success, steps into our space to share how his principles turn young athletes into distinguished young adults. From his storied career that graced the fields of D1 to D3 and beyond, to his “unretirement” to lead the New York Atlas, Coach Pressler exemplifies the relentless pursuit of excellence. To learn more about Highland Park Lacrosse visit https://www.highlandparklacrosse.org/Share this episode with friendsHighland Park Lacrosse with Head Coach Coach Mike Pressler To listen to past episodes with HP Lacrosse Captains visi...
2024-03-2133 min
Tous mélomanesLe quintette: un régal, cinq parfumsLes compositeurs en raffolent! On s'intéresse au quintette avec Michel-Hubert Walch.PROGRAMME:Luigi BOCCHERINIQuintette avec violoncelle op.37 n°7- I . Andante con motoAcademy of St Martin-in-the-fieldsDecca (1968)Robert SCHUMANNQuintette avec piano opus 44- I . Allegro brillanteMenahem Pressler, pianoQuatuor EmersonDGG (1995)Albéric MAGNARDQuintette en ré mineur pour vents et piano opus 8- deuxième mouvement : "Tendre"Christoph Keller, pianoAnna-Katarina Graf flûte, Roman Schmid hautbois, Elmar Schmid clarinette, Jiri Flieger basson...
2024-02-2758 min
La Incubadora#010 - Journal Club- Manejo de crisis convulsivas, escala de APGAR y desarrollo neurológico, hernia diafragmática congénita y maduración cerebral, efectos de la hemoglobina materna, y el ensayo clínico MAGENTAEste podcast está presentado por los médicos neonatólogos Dani de Luis Rosell, Elena Itriago, y Carolina Michel; nuestras futuras doctoras Valentina Giraldo y Laura Molina y su anfitriona Maria Flores Cordova, médico residente de pediatría. Creado originalmente por el Dr. Ben Courchia y la Dra. Daphna Yasova Barbeau. No dudes en enviarnos preguntas, comentarios o sugerencias a nuestro correo electrónico: nicupodcast@gmail.com Los artículos que se tratan en el episodio de hoy están listados aquí:
2023-10-151h 18
When The Game EndsNo Holden Back Episode: 58 Kevin Cassese - Lehigh Lacrosse Head CoachGreat catching up and chatting with Lehigh Lacrosse Head Coach Kevin Cassese today! Kevin has been at Lehigh for 13 seasons as their head coach and he's built a solid, competitive program in the Lehigh Valley. The Mountain Hawks were off to a great start this season, 5-1, before COVID 19 hit the U.S., we talked with Kevin about some important updates, he learned of shortly before joining us today that affect the coming school year at Lehigh, we also discussed what it was like for his players when the season came to an end in March, plus, Kevin offered...
2020-07-3145 min
SBC This WeekBen Mandrell Nominated to Lead LifeWay; An Interview with Ronnie Floyd, Kevin Ezell, and Paul Chitwood
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Episode #222
Colorado church planter Ben Mandrell has been nominated to become the 10th president and CEO of LifeWay Christian Resources. Also this week, we sit down with Ronnie Floyd, Kevin Ezell, and Paul Chitwood to discuss the future of the SBC.
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Ben Mandrell nominated as LifeWay president/CEO http://bit.ly/2X3Xjz3
SWBTS responds to sexual abuse la...
2019-06-2841 min
The Captains Coach PodcastCoach Alberici of West Point Lacrosse Pt. 3On this epsidoe of the The Captains’ Coach Podcast Luke interviews Coach Joe Alberici. Coach Alberici is entering his 14th season as the head coach for the Army West Point Men’s Lacrosse Program. Before becoming the head coach, Coach Alberici was an assistant coach at West Point and Duke University under Mike Pressler. He was a three year Captain at Alfred University and hold six different scoring records for the Saxons. In today’s episode Coach Alberici discusses his experiences as a Captain at Alfred, his time at West Point and lessons he has learned over the years there...
2018-11-0415 minThe Captains Coach PodcastCoach Alberici of West Point Lacrosse Pt. 2On this epsidoe of the The Captains’ Coach Podcast Luke interviews Coach Joe Alberici. Coach Alberici is entering his 14th season as the head coach for the Army West Point Men’s Lacrosse Program. Before becoming the head coach, Coach Alberici was an assistant coach at West Point and Duke University under Mike Pressler. He was a three year Captain at Alfred University and hold six different scoring records for the Saxons. In today’s episode Coach Alberici discusses his experiences as a Captain at Alfred, his time at West Point and lessons he has learned over the years there...
2018-10-2822 minThe Captains Coach PodcastCoach Alberici of West Point LacrosseOn this epsidoe of the The Captains’ Coach Podcast Luke interviews Coach Joe Alberici. Coach Alberici is entering his 14th season as the head coach for the Army West Point Men’s Lacrosse Program. Before becoming the head coach, Coach Alberici was an assistant coach at West Point and Duke University under Mike Pressler. He was a three year Captain at Alfred University and hold six different scoring records for the Saxons. In today’s episode Coach Alberici discusses his experiences as a Captain at Alfred, his time at West Point and lessons he has learned over the years there...
2018-10-2223 min
Drunk Art ChatEpisode 10 (Mini Episode): LGBTQ+ Showcase!We're devoting our 10th episode of Drunk Art Chat to showcasing AMAZING artists who are part of the LGBTQ+ community in Chicago. Please follow the links to their social media and support these dope ass folx. HAPPY PRIDE!
Featured Artists:
Derek Hernandez: instagram.com/derek_hernandez
Juliana Freitag: instagram.com/juliana_egg & twitter.com/juliana_egg
Sean Dempsey: smdempseycomics.com & instagram.com/smdempseycomics
Roni Ben-Ami: instagram.com/anoldsensation
Scott Nichols: twitter.com/duckols
Cam: cameronpentimone.com & instagram.com/cam.pentimone
Stephanie: instagram.com/daintydystopia & instagram.com/stedesma
Delaney Pressler: instagram.com/laneylocomotive
Music by Jonathan Stutz: stutzmusic.bandcamp.com
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2018-06-2920 min
The Six Figure Photography Podcast With Ben HartleySFPP 79: The Starving Artist Myth Featuring Kerstin PresslerJoining me on the show today is Kerstin Pressler!
Kerstin is a fine artist and jewelry designer who has been living the creative life for nearly a decade.
She’s been a mentor + role model to visual artists who strive to live their creative passion (without suffering financially).
After having worked with hundreds of fellow creatives, she discovered that the starving artist myth is a trap and it’s time to learn how to let it go.
In this episode, Kerstin spreads positivity and destroys the myth of the starving artist + provid...
2018-06-2545 min