Jul 12, 2023

Dr. Brager is a subject matter expert in behavioral genetics, sleep, and biological rhythms research.

She is passionate about discovering new factors that promote resilience in extreme environments, particularly for military personnel. She also serves on the NCAA task force for mental health and sleep, contributing to...

Jul 5, 2023

Coach PJ Nestler, the Director of Performance at XPT and Fitlab.

Is a human performance specialist with over a decade of experience preparing top athletes for competition. His life mission is to help athletes and coaches realize their true potential. 

With a passion for sports and a commitment to excellence, PJ has...

Jun 28, 2023

L-Carnitine is a naturally occurring amino acid derivative that plays a crucial role in energy metabolism within the human body.

It is synthesized in the liver and kidneys from the amino acids lysine and methionine. L-Carnitine is primarily involved in the transport of long-chain fatty acids into the mitochondria, the...

Jun 21, 2023

Greg has over a decade of experience under the bar and a M.A. in exercise and sports science.

He’s held three all-time world records in powerlifting in the 220lb and 242lb classes. He’s trained hundreds of athletes and regular folks, both online and in-person.

He’s written for many of the major magazines...

Jun 14, 2023

In today's episode of Barbell Shrugged the team digs into liver health, biomarkers, and optimization.

The liver is a remarkable organ that performs numerous essential functions necessary for our overall well-being. Maintaining a healthy liver is vital, and understanding the role of biomarkers and optimization can help...