Metabolic Flexibility and Tendons with Dr. Mike T. Nelson

Metabolic Flexibility and Tendons with Dr. Mike T. Nelson

From Jacked Athlete Podcast by Jake Tuura

March 31, 2026 · 1h 14m

About this episode

Dr. Mike T. Nelson discusses the importance of metabolic flexibility and its impact on tendon health and performance.

Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background of Dr. Mike T Nelson 03:08 Understanding Metabolic Flexibility 06:08 The Role of Carbohydrates and Fats in Metabolism 09:00 Cellular Energy and Performance 12:04 Testing Metabolic Flexibility 14:48 The Impact of Insulin and Glucose on Metabolism 18:02 Advanced Glycation End Products and Tendon Health 20:59 Maintaining Metabolic Flexibility through Training and Nutrition 37:54 Metabolic Flexibility and Blood Work 41:25 The Impact of Carbohydrates on Metabolic Health 43:00 Obesity and Its Effects on Metabolic Flexibility 47:53 GLP-1 Drugs and Their Role in Metabolic Health 54:10 Nutrition and Tendon Health 01:02:55 Optimizing Metabolic Health for Tendon Recovery Takeaways Metabolic flexibility is crucial for optimal performance. Carbohydrates provide quick energy, while fats offer more ATP over time. Protein is not a primary fuel source under normal conditions. High insulin levels promote carbohydrate usage. Chronic hyperglycemia can lead to tendon health issues. Testing metabolic flexibility can provide valuable insights. Movement and exercise improve glucose sensitivity. Fasting can help assess fat utilization capabilities. Athletes…

People in this episode

Host: Jake Tuura

Guest: Dr. Mike T. Nelson

Topics covered

  • metabolic flexibility
  • tendon health
  • nutrition
  • carbohydrates
  • insulin
  • exercise

Keywords

  • metabolic flexibility
  • tendon health
  • carbohydrates
  • insulin
  • nutrition
  • exercise
  • glycation
  • obesity

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