Send us a text! We'd love to hear what you think of the podcast! In this weeks episode, we break down the science of testosterone, debunking common myths and exploring its critical role in health beyond just muscle growth. You'll discover why this essential hormone impacts everything from metabolic health and bone density to mood regulation and cardiovascular function. Most importantly, you'll learn why our approach to testosterone therapy in modern healthcare is completely backwards—with too...
Apr 9, 2025
1 hr 8 min
Send us a text! We'd love to hear what you think of the podcast! In this inspiring episode of Kickback Science, I interview Dr. Victoria Flores, a postdoctoral research associate in the Exercise Neuroscience Research Laboratory at the University of Illinois Chicago, who is helping to revolutionize how we approach multiple sclerosis treatment. Dr. Flores reveals why exercise isn't just beneficial for MS patients—it's transformative, improving everything from mobility and strength to cognitive ...
Mar 20, 2025
1 hr 10 min
Send us a text! We'd love to hear what you think of the podcast! In this eye-opening episode of Kickback Science, I sit down with Dr. Richard Kreider, one of the world's foremost creatine researchers, who reveals why this isn't just another supplement for gym-goers—it's a crucial nutrient for everyone from pregnant women to the elderly. What you'll discover might shock you: creatine impacts everything from brain development and cognitive function to heart health and immune response. By the en...
Mar 5, 2025
57 min
Send us a text! We'd love to hear what you think of the podcast! In this week's episode we sit down with Dr. Cody Strom PhD, an Assistant Professor at the University of Southern Indiana. Dr. Strom got his PhD in Bioenergetics and Exercise Science from East Carolina University where he studied the effects of exercise and nutrition during pregnancy. Join us as we explore the powerful impact of exercise during pregnancy! Learn how staying active benefits both mother and baby, from improvi...
Feb 19, 2025
1 hr 47 min
Send us a text! We'd love to hear what you think of the podcast! In this episode we sit down with Dr. Lea Haverbeck Simon, PhD, MA, ACSM-CEP to talk about how exercise can help treat and prevent Cancer. Dr. Haverbeck-Simon is a Postdoctoral Research Associate at the Huntsman Cancer Institute in Salt Lake City, Utah. Dr. Haverbeck-Simon has spent many years studying the impact of diet and exercise in cancer patients. Today we talk about cancer, and how it is not just one disease, but rat...
Feb 12, 2025
1 hr 22 min
Send us a text! We'd love to hear what you think of the podcast! In this weeks episode we talk about sexual health with Toni Krynski, a licensed professional clinical counselor and clinical director of Steps For Change Residential. Toni is has spent the past 8 years working as a therapist in the sexual health field. Tune in as we talk sex! We talk about how sexual health plays a direct role in overall health (much more than you think). We talk about various sexual dysfunctions such as erectil...
Feb 8, 2025
2 hr 16 min
Send us a text! We'd love to hear what you think of the podcast! Join us this week as we dive deep into the science of habit formation and sustainable health changes with health coach Austin Witt, M.S.. Discover evidence-based strategies for maintaining healthy habits, and explore how technology is revolutionizing personal health coaching. PLUS, get an exclusive 20% discount on health coaching services with Coach Austin through FittWave! Use code KICKBACK at checkout at https://fittwav...
Jan 29, 2025
53 min
Send us a text! We'd love to hear what you think of the podcast! Happy New Year! In this week’s episode we dive into the research surrounding the popular new weight loss injections (Wegovy, Ozempic, Zepbound, Mounjaro, etc.). How do they work? Are they safe? Are they effective? Why is everyone and their mother on them all of the sudden?!! Tune in to learn more! Follow us on social media @kickbackscience for more content! Don't forget to visit our website: https://www.kick...
Jan 1, 2025
1 hr 9 min
Send us a text! We'd love to hear what you think of the podcast! This week we have Dr. Peter Smoak on to talk about Type 2 Diabetes. Dr. Smoak is an Assistant Professor at New Mexico State University, and his research focuses on the effects of medicinal, dietary, and botanical interventions as well as exercise on the improvement of pancreatic islets and diabetes. In this episode we discuss how we develop and treat diabetes, mainly type 2 diabetes. We discuss the role of probiotics, bot...
Dec 25, 2024
1 hr 10 min
Send us a text! We'd love to hear what you think of the podcast! Have you ever been told that exercising at lower intensities will burn more fat? Or that you shouldn't do high intensity exercise if you're stressed out, because the added stress isn't good for your body? These claims are pretty common in the fitness industry.. BUT THEY ARE SO WRONG!!! In this episode we debunk this common "fat burning zone" myth, and explain why high intensity exercise is awesome! At least according to t...
Aug 28, 2024
1 hr 10 min
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