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Building Lifelong Athletes
The Building Lifelong Athletes Podcast has one simple goal... to help keep you active and healthy for life. Whether you are a competitive athlete, fitness enthusiast, or just a weekend warrior, this podcast will help you be at your best by delivering practical and actionable information. From cholesterol management to exercise programming, this podcast covers every topic any lifelong athlete needs to know about. Jordan Rennicke, MD is a dual board certified physician in Family and Sports…
Episodes
- Building Lifelong Athletes
S1: What ACTUALLY Starts The Process of Heart Disease?
Is heart disease driven by circulating ApoB particles, or is it inflammation or insulin reisstance? In this video, I break down the vascular biology of…
- Building Lifelong Athletes
S1: The Data That Proves LDL DOESN'T Cause Heart Disease
In this episode, we explore the cholesterol counterculture and the evidence behind non-traditional lipidology. From the collapse of trust in dietary guidelines…
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S1: The Data That Proves LDL Causes Heart Disease
In this episode, I try to cut through the noise of the cholesterol debate and walk through 150 years of vascular science. From ancient mummies to modern…
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S1: Ancel Keys and His (in)famous legacy
Was Ancel Keys a visionary pioneer of preventive cardiology or the villain who triggered our metabolic health crisis? In this episode, I pull back the curtain…
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S1: Lipidology 101
In this episode, I break down the underlying science of cholesterol, lipoproteins, and heart disease. We'll cut through the online noise and examine how…
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BLA 180: Choosing the right lipid lowering medication
Welcome back to the trenches! In our final breakdown of the 2026 ACC/AHA lipid guidelines, we are unpacking the pharmacology toolbox. From statins and…
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BLA 179: How to Actually Use the New Lipid Guidelines (Part 3)
In this episode, I'm breaking down sections 4.2.3 through 4.2.10 of the dense ACC/AHA dyslipidemia guidelines so you don't have to. We'll cut through the noise…
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BLA 178: How To Treat Dyslipidemia With Lifestyle
In this video, we break down the 2026 guidelines for lipid-lowering lifestyle treatments. From the minimalist vs. optimizer diet approach to exercise dosing…
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BLA 177: ApoB, Lp(a), and the new era of screening
In this video we'll talk about the Evaluation and Diagnosis Section from the 2026 ACC/AHA Lipid Guidelines. Stop stressing over every health detail & start…
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BLA 176: ACSM Resistance Training Position Stand
As front-line clinicians, we constantly face confusion around exercise advice. Today, we are cutting through the noise with the massive 2026 ACSM Position…
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BLA 175: If You're Paralyzed By Which Diet Is "Best", This Podcast Was Literally Made For You
Feeling overwhelmed by the "perfect diet" wars? From carnivore to raw vegan, social media is a chaotic mess of conflicting advice. In this episode, we'll break…
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BLA 174: The New ACC/AHA Lipid Guidelines
The ACC and AHA just dropped a massive 123-page clinical practice guideline on the management of dyslipidemia, fundamentally shifting how we approach…
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BLA 173: Is Fruit Actually Bad For You?
Is fruit actually evil? Today, we're taking a step back to look at a viral claim that eating grapes will destroy your brain and cause dementia. As per usual…
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BLA 172: How Exercise Can Improve Depression In Sick Patients
Today, we're diving into a massive topic we see in clinic all the time: managing comorbid depression in patients with chronic illnesses. We'll take a…
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BLA 171: How Your Mouth Makes You Sick
Are we treating the mouth like it's separate from the rest of the body? In this episode, I'm diving into the fascinating inks between oral health and major…
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BLA 170: The REAL Truth About Reversing Disease Damage - (New 2026 Study)
Today we are tackling a heavy question: is there a point of no return for your health? If you are staring down a chart full of diagnoses like diabetes or heart…
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BLA 169: How Eliminate Plantar Fasciopathy (FOR GOOD)
Stop treating your heel pain with band-aids and start building a better foot. In this update, I break down why the old Plantar Fasciitis model of inflammation…
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BLA 168: How To Stay Up To Date With Medical Research
It is literally impossible to keep up with the firehose of new medical data—knowledge now doubles every 73 days. In this video, I’m helping you move past the…
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BLA 167: The New Dietary Guidelines for Americans
The new 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines just dropped, and the internet is already losing its mind. But are they actually that bad? Today, we are taking a look at…
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BLA 166: Carnivore Influencer Changes His Mind?
Carnivore influencer Dr. Kiltz recently revealed a shocking update about his heart health, sparking a massive debate in the nutrition world. In this episode…
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BLA 165: Can A Medication Reduce Heart Attacks By 25%?
A recent paper just dropped claiming an injection can cut heart attack risk by 25%—even for those who have never had one before. But is this a medical…
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BLA 164: Is Whey Protein Really A Waste?
The internet loves a good absolute black and white story. Today, I'm reacting to a viral clip claiming that whey protein is essentially "trash" and only 18%…
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BLA 163: Does Running Give You Arthritis?
You've heard it a thousand times: "Running destroys your knees." It intuitively makes sense—friction, load, wear and tear. But here is the thing: you aren't a…
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BLA 162: Does Coffee Cause A-Fib?
For years, we've told AFib patients to cut the caffeine. But new data from the DECAF trial suggests that might be wrong. In this episode, we’re trying a new…
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BLA 161: How We Understand Osteoarthritis Is Changing Forever
What if osteoarthritis isn't just 'wear and tear'? We've been told OA is inevitable, but new research shows it's an active inflammatory and metabolic disease…
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BLA Extra: The ONE Thing To Focus On In 2026 For Your Health
The "New Year, New Me" mentality often leads to us trying to change 17 different habits at once, which rarely ends well. In this brief episode, I'm sharing my…
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BLA Extra: How To Navigate The Holidays
The holidays often bring a mix of joy and anxiety about ruining fitness progress. In this episode, I break down three distinct strategies to handle the season…
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BLA 160: How To Prevent Injuries
We've all heard it: "Stretch before you play, or you'll get hurt." But what if that's wrong? I dive into the evidence to see if static stretching actually…
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BLA 159: Does Your Protein Powder Contain Lead?!
You may have seen the headlines about lead in protein powders and probably are concerned. Before you throw out your tub, let's cut through the noise. We'll…
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BLA 158: Your Guide To Better Sleep
Tired of tossing and turning? In this episode, I break down the science of sleep into a practical, evidence-based concepts. We'll cover the four foundational…
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BLA 157: What Is The Deal With The Carnivore Diet?
Is the carnivore diet the secret to reversing disease and achieving rapid weight loss, or is it just internet hype? In this episode, we're cutting through the…
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BLA 156: How To Rehabilitate Rotator Cuff Related Shoulder Pain
Struggling with that nagging shoulder pain? In this video, I'll walk you through my complete framework for rehabilitating rotator cuff-related shoulder pain…
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BLA 155: Fasting Increases Growth Hormone By 1500%?!
A recent study claims intermittent fasting boosts HGH by 1500%. Too good to be true? I dive deep into the paper behind this huge claim to see if it holds up…
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BLA 154: Is Peanut Butter Nature's Ozempic?
Can a spoonful of peanut butter really melt belly fat like Ozempic? In this video, I break down the viral claims and compare them to the scientific evidence…
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BLA 153: Young Men and TRT: Health Choice or Physique Obsession?
Fitness influencer Alex Eubank recently started TRT, but was it a medical necessity or a lifestyle choice? In this deep dive, I use his journey as a case study…
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BLA 152: The LDL Controversy (and the cost of being wrong)
Is LDL cholesterol the villain it's made out to be? In this episode, I dive deep into the fierce online debate surrounding LDL and heart disease. I'll break…
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BLA 151: Are Glucose Spikes Really That Dangerous?
Are glucose spikes the enemy the wellness world claims? In this episode, I cut through the hype around continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) and the fear of every…
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BLA 150: Are Health Wearables Actually Making You Healthier?
Is your smartwatch making you healthier or just more anxious? I unpack the science of health wearables, from the PPG sensors to the "black box" of readiness…
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BLA 149: Methylene Blue... Biohack or Biohazard?
In this episode, we take a deep dive into Methylene Blue, a compound with a fascinating history as the world's first fully synthetic therapeutic agent. We…
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BLA 148: Are Artifitial Sweeneners Safe?
Are artificial sweeteners a healthy alternative to sugar, or do they hide surprising risks? This episode cuts through the confusion, exploring everything from…
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BLA 147: Are High Protein Diets ACTUALLY Dangerous?
Will a high-protein diet wreck your kidneys and shorten your life? There's a ton of fear and misinformation online, but what does the science actually say?…
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BLA 146: Why There Is So Much Conflicting Health Info On The Internet
Feeling overwhelmed by conflicting health advice online? One expert says a food is good, the next says it's bad. In this episode, I break down why this…
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BLA 145: Why Most Statin Side Effects Are Not What You Think...
Are statin side effects like muscle aches and brain fog as common as you've heard? In this deep dive, I break down the real data on statin intolerance, explain…
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BLA 144: Why BMI Is Outdated, and What To Use Instead
For decades, we've been told that BMI is the key to understanding our health, but what if this metric is fundamentally flawed? In this video, I break down why…
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BLA 143: Do Statins Cause Dementia?
Do life-saving statins secretly damage your brain? This episode tackles the controversial link between statins and dementia head-on. I'll explore the origins…
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BLA 142: What Is A "Normal" Blood Pressure?
Ever wonder what your blood pressure numbers really mean? With different guidelines from the US and Europe, it can be incredibly confusing. In this episode…
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BLA 141: How We Treat Obesity Is Changing Forever
The old "try lifestyle first" model for treating obesity is officially over. For years, we've treated obesity differently than other chronic diseases, often…
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BLA 140: Are Plants Trying To Kill You?
Are plants actively trying to kill us? In this episode, I break down a popular video making that exact claim. I'll walk you through my thought process for…
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BLA 139: Lp(a)- This Test Could Save Your LIfe
Stop stressing over every health detail & start living! My FREE 'Necessary Nine' PDF cuts through the noise, giving you the essential things you need for a…
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BLA 138: Can Exercise Decrease Death From Colon Cancer? (CHALLENGE Trial)
Could one of the most effective ways to boost survival after a colon cancer diagnosis be exercise? In this episode, I dive deep into the groundbreaking…
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BLA 137: Supplements For Recovery
In this podcast, I break down the most effective supplements to optimize your recovery, separating the science from the hype. We'll dive into the foundational…
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BLA 136: Myostatin... the Next Muscle Frontier?
Have you ever felt like you've hit a plateau at the gym? What if I told you there’s a biological handbrake in your cells that’s actively stopping your muscles…
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BLA 135: Why We Gain Weight As We Age
You're doing everything right, but the weight keeps creeping on. It’s frustrating, but you're not failing; your body is just playing by a new set of rules. In…
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BLA 134: Does Too Much Exercise Make You Age Faster?
Stop stressing over every health detail & start living! My FREE 'Necessary Nine' PDF cuts through the noise, giving you the essential things you need for a…
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BLA 133: What are Omega 3 Fatty Acids?
Ever wondered about the real deal with omega-3s, specifically EPA and DHA? In this podcast, we cut through the noise and give you a clear, evidence-based…
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BLA 132: How To Rehabilitate Lateral Hip Pain (GTPS)
Dealing with nagging outer hip pain? In this video, I break down a sample 3-phase rehab process to guide your recovery of Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome…
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BLA 131: Ranking The Things That ACTUALLY Get You Healthy
Confused by conflicting health advice online? In this video I cut through the noise, ranking popular health trends from alkaline water to biohacking. Discover…
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BLA 130: Adhesive Capsulitis 101
Have you been diagnosed with a frozen shoulder? Or just want to learn what a frozen shoulder actually is? In this podcast you will learn about the diagnosis…
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BLA 129: Cold Plunges: Hype vs. The Science
Cold plunges and ice baths are everywhere online, touted as a miracle cure for everything from muscle soreness and depression to boosting immunity and…