Episode 43 - A Dive into Sports Medicine and Weight Management with Michael Sagner MD

Sports Science Dudes

Get ready for a riveting discussion with Dr. Michael Sagner, a seasoned clinician and researcher in the field of sports medicine and preventive care. Join us as we explore Dr. Sagner's inspiring journey, from his humble beginnings to his military service and finally his passion for physiology. We take a fascinating detour into Dr. Sagner's work with Ozempic and its impact on obese patients, revealing the critical importance of protein intake and resistance training in sustainable weight loss.
Now, have you ever considered fat as an endocrine organ? Prepare to be intrigued as we dive into the complex world of adipokines and hormones, uncovering the physiological changes that accompany weight gain and the unique health issues of sumo athletes. We switch gears to the global healthcare system's shortcomings, shedding light on the financial incentives that regrettably keep people unwell. The conversation also takes us into the controversial realm of CrossFit, its pros and cons, and the importance of understanding our unique biomechanics for optimal health.
We conclude with a hopeful look at the potential of medical research, international collaboration, and training the next generation of physicians dedicated to preventive medicine.
Timeline:
0:02 Medical Professionals Discuss Sports Medicine
4:23 Why Michael chose medicine

12:58 GPL-1 Agonists - Impact on Appetite and Weight

22:17 Understanding Telomeres, Body Fat, and Physiology

31:14 Healthcare Challenges and Preventive Medicine

47:16 The Controversy Surrounding CrossFit

53:50 Longevity, Doctors, and Fasting Discussion

1:09:44 Preventive Medicine and Sports Medicine

1:17:28 Research Funding for Myokines and Rare Diseases

Dr Sagner is a clinician and researcher specialising in sports medicine and preventive medicine. He is a Certified Nutritionist and completed his MD at Technical University Munich. He specialises in Sports Medicine, Endocrinology and Preventive Medicine, and had an affiliation with the College of Applied Health Sciences, University of Illinois at Chicago. He is Editor-in-Chief of Progress in Preventive Medicine,Fellow of the Royal Society of Medicine and Fellow of the European Society of Preventative Medicine.

Dr Sagner is currently the Chief Executive Officer of the European Society of Preventive Medicine, and partner of the European Innovation Partnership on Active and Healthy Aging. He was a member of the European Union Platform for Action on Diet, Physical Activity and Health, and the UK All-Parliamentary Group for Longevity.

His areas of research are: Advanced Preventive Medicine, Systems Medicine, Metabolism, Noncommunicable Diseases, Longevity, Muscle Physiology and Cardiometabolism and has published numerous articles in this area.

About the Show

We cover all things related to sports science, nutrition, and performance. The Sports Science Dudes represent the opinions of the hosts and guests and are not the official opinions of the International Society of Sports Nutrition (ISSN), the Society for Sports Neuroscience, or Nova Southeastern University. The advice provided on this show should not be construed as medical advice and is purely an educational forum.

Hosted by Jose Antonio PhD

Dr. Antonio is the co-founder and CEO of the International Society of Sports Nutrition, as well as the co-founder of the Society for Sports Neuroscience, www.issn.net. Dr. Antonio has over 120 peer-reviewed publications, 16 books, and is Professor at Nova Southeastern University, Davie Florida in the Department of Health, and Human Performance.

Twitter: @JoseAntonioPhD

Разделы

1. Episode 43 - A Dive into Sports Medicine and Weight Management with Michael Sagner MD (00:00:00)

2. Medical and Science Professionals Discuss Sports Medicine (00:00:02)

3. GPL-1 Agonists: Impact on Appetite and Weight (00:12:58)

4. Understanding Telomeres, Body Fat, and Physiology (00:22:17)

5. Healthcare Challenges and Preventive Medicine (00:31:14)

6. Dr. Sagner's thoughts on CrossFit (00:47:16)

7. Longevity, Doctors, and Fasting Discussion (00:53:50)

8. Preventive Medicine and Sports Medicine (01:09:44)

9. Research Funding for Myokines and Rare Diseases (01:17:28)