18. VO2 Max : Fitness, Performance...and Longevity?
VO2 Max is the reserve of the endurance athlete with the smart watch that's worth more than your car, right? Or is it more useful than that? Could this mysterious number may play a more important role, and provide a useful metric into your overall health. Matt (represented GB as a triathlete) and Mike (a slow 5km run every other week) compare notes.
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17. Cancer Risks & Treatments with Dr Harry Gasper
Every 2 minutes someone in the UK is diagnosed with cancer. This week we're joined by Consultant Oncologist Dr Harry Gasper to explore developments in cancer care, raising rates of cancer in the young, and less traditional treatments promoted in some corners of the internet.We also look at the latest study postulating exercise as an effective means of reducing recurrence in bowel cancer, outlined in the article below:https://www.theguardian.com/society/2025/jun/01/exercise-better-than-drugs-after-cancer-treatment-international-trial-findsIf you've enjoyed this episode, please follow us and spread the word!
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16. Psychedelic Retreats
We've focused previously on the potential role of Psychedelics in Mental Health, but given the legal status in the UK it's difficult to explore the practicalities of psychedelic therapy.This is where Nigel Pedlingham comes in. Nigel is a plant medicine practitioner and psychedelic coach based in the Netherlands.What does a psychedelic experience look like? Does it work? And perhaps even more importantly, is it safe?If you would like to read more about Nigel's work, his website is https://www.psychedelicselfdiscovery.com/
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15. Creatine: Brains and Gains?
Creatine has always been the reserve of gym-lovers and body builders.Does it work? And are there risks?And does this inexpensive supplement potentially have a role in brain health?Mike and Matt investigate.
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14. Get Better Sleep, with Dr David Garley
You can sleep when you're dead, someone once famously said, but it would be nice to get some kip before then...Dr David Garley of the TheBetterSleepClinic comes on the show to explore the latest developments in sleep medicine, dispelling sleep myths, and giving some golden tips for better quality sleep. Are we all self-sabotaging a good nights sleep? Is wearable tech a positive or a detriment to good sleep? Do sleeping tablets work?Dr Garley can be found through their website: www.thebettersleepclinic.co.uk
Dr. Matt and Dr. Mike tackle the wild world of wellness and peak performance.
Each episode they dig into health fads, medical breakthroughs, and the science of performance, exploring the evidence into what works and what, well, probably doesn’t.
With expert insights, real-life stories, they’re on a mission to separate facts from fads in the ever-evolving wellness industry.
Music Credit: Nicolas Dagnall
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