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Mike T Nelson, CISSN, CSCS, MSME, PhD, metabolism & fitness expert specializing in improving body comp and performance in athletes. Flex Diet Cert

10/30/2026

Two 90-minute Zone 2 sessions a week may help at first—but progress can call for more training volume. With intensity kept low, that may mean adding hours, and time has to come from somewhere.

Excerpt from Flex Diet Podcast Episode 410: Do Fighters Really Need Zone 2? Heart Rate Recovery, Sprint Intervals & NIRS — James de Lacey

https://miketnelson.com/podcast/zone-2-cardio-fighters-james-de-lacey

10/30/2026

Stop paying for information you can find for free online. In a world drowning in data, the only true value left is human connection and the wisdom to apply the right knowledge at the right moment. Are you still paying for the wrong thing?

Excerpt from Flex Diet Podcast Episode 409: Will AI Replace Online Coaches? Peptides, TRT & Rower Cardio — Bryan Krahn

https://miketnelson.com/podcast/ai-online-coaching-bryan-krahn

10/26/2026

AI is confidently giving out condescending and unrealistic workout advice that ignores the realities of aging and physiology. Promising five pounds of muscle in four weeks for a fifty-three-year-old is not just lazy—it is flat-out dangerous. Have you noticed AI ignoring nuance lately?

Excerpt from Flex Diet Podcast Episode 409: Will AI Replace Online Coaches? Peptides, TRT & Rower Cardio — Bryan Krahn

https://miketnelson.com/podcast/ai-online-coaching-bryan-krahn

10/24/2026

Most people think building muscle after 50 is impossible without shortcuts, but they are wrong. The real secret isn't a magic supplement—it is consistent hypertrophy and staying injury-free. There is much more runway left than you think if you train the right way. Don't let myths hold you back.

Excerpt from Flex Diet Podcast Episode 409: Will AI Replace Online Coaches? Peptides, TRT & Rower Cardio — Bryan Krahn

https://miketnelson.com/podcast/ai-online-coaching-bryan-krahn

10/22/2026

Suggesting TRT for everyone is irresponsible, yet for those who truly need it, the mental impact can be life-changing. If you are just chasing a shortcut to get jacked, you will be deeply disappointed by the reality. Have you considered the long-term impact on your health?

Excerpt from Flex Diet Podcast Episode 409: Will AI Replace Online Coaches? Peptides, TRT & Rower Cardio with Bryan Krahn

https://miketnelson.com/podcast/ai-online-coaching-bryan-krahn

10/20/2026

Some coaches are now using AI to analyze client progress photos and determine program changes, sparking a heated debate in the bodybuilding community. While many call it an unethical shortcut, others admit they would do the same. Is relying on algorithms for physique prep fair to the client?

Excerpt from Flex Diet Podcast Episode 409: Will AI Replace Online Coaches? Peptides, TRT & Rower Cardio — Bryan Krahn

https://miketnelson.com/podcast/ai-online-coaching-bryan-krahn

10/19/2026

A rodent ate my Lexus...and the Phys Flex Cert ends tonight.

Full details at
https://flex-diet.kit.com/posts/a-rodent-ate-my-lexus-phys-flex-closes-tonight

10/19/2026

Everyone talks about Zone 2 training, but what does it actually mean? A new paper reveals the massive variability in definitions – what's Zone 2 for one person could be light or vigorous for another. It's more complicated than you think.

Excerpt from Flex Diet Podcast Episode 405: Is Zone 2 Overrated? HIIT, VO2 Max & Metabolic Flexibility with Dr. Martin Gibala

https://miketnelson.com/podcast/hiit-vs-zone-2-martin-gibala

10/19/2026

The Phys Flex Certification is closing this Monday, Oct 19th, and won't reopen until March 2027. This is your chance to build resilience and become anti-fragile by mastering temperature exposure, pH changes, expanded fuels (lactate/ketones), and breathing. Think of it like upgrading your body's engine – you'll perform better at lower effort.

Type 'Phys Flex' to get all the info before it's gone for good.

10/18/2026

Feeling overwhelmed by the chaos? Sometimes, the best response is to shut it all out. Even 20 minutes of training—a quick row, heavy lifts—can be a powerful investment in yourself, making you more effective when you re-enter the world.

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