Neuro Experience

Layne Norton, Ph. D., is a scientist, pro natural bodybuilder, raw elite powerlifter, and physique coach, among other things. He received his BS in Biochemistry, and his PhD in Nutritional Sciences. He is a current IPF and USAPL world and national record-holder in squat (668 lb).“I always tell people, I don't think I would've had the success I did in business or social media or academia if I hadn't done weightlifting because that taught me so much about other things in life.” —Layne NortonIn this episode we discuss:MUSCLE/ WEIGHT LIFTING  The keys to preserving muscle and losing fat   Why is skeletal muscle so important for longevity and brain health? What’s really driving muscle growth: intrinsic vs. systemic factors, IGF, and hormone signaling The important role of inflammation from exercise WOMEN vs MEN Most studies done on men   Women training on empty stomach   Clarifying the role of cortisol—a misunderstood hormone Protein and amino acids amounts needed to build muscle  SCIENTIFIC INTEGRITY  What is a s