The Performance Prescription Lab

Dec 11 2024 25 ep. 43 mins 10
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We are two sports pharmacists who share passion for sports, athlete health, well-being, performance and protecting clean sports. In each episode, we delve into cutting-edge research, share science-based insights and provide actionable advice on health, performance and clean sports for empowering you in reaching your athletic goals. Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered a substitute for professional medical advice.

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23- SEASON FINALE: The Athlete's FAQ: Top 10 Questions Answered

Dec 11 2024 61 mins  
Birth control options, GLP-1 agonists' safety in athletes, and timing of supplements during competitions and travel—SEASON FINALE episode dives into the questions others don’t dare to answer, alongside common concerns every athlete asks. Don’t miss it! https://www.instagram.com/performprescribelab/

22- PARIS 2024 SPECIAL - Sports pharmacists at the Paralympics with Claire May and Somer Helvacı

Sep 25 2024 55 mins  
World Pharmacists Day Exclusive Interview with pharmacists of the #paris2024 Paralympics. How it's like to be behind the counter and serving to high-performing athletes? How did Claire and Somer integrated their sports pharmacy expertise into the athlete's overall healthcare plan at the Paralympics? How to become a volunteer pharmacist in major sports events? Follow u

21- PARIS 2024 SPECIAL - Medical stories from the Paris Paralympics

Sep 17 2024 38 mins  
What were the most pressing health concerns in Paralympic sports? Which rule change led para-athletes to perform better? Did you know that eye covers of para-athletes were more than cool and served for fair play? Check out the Top 10 medical highlights of the Paris Paralympics. Follow us for updates: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/performprescribelab/ (00:00) Welcome and Pa

20- PARIS 2024 SPECIAL - Two arenas, one spirit: Paralympics vs Olympics

Aug 28 2024 33 mins  
Which innovative sports equipment empowers para athletes to excel? Are there any specific anti-doping rules in Paralympics? What illnesses are mostly seen and which medicines are commonly used by para athletes? Discover the Paralympics and Special Olympics in this episode! Follow us for updates: https://www.instagram.com/performprescribelab/ Time stamps: (00:00) Introduct

19- PARIS 2024 SPECIAL - Medical stories from the Paris Olympics

Aug 23 2024 37 mins  
Check out the top 10 medical highlights from the Paris 2024 Olympics! Follow for updates: https://www.instagram.com/performprescribelab/ Time stamps: (00:00) Welcome and highlights of the Paris 2024 closing ceremony (04:46) Celine Dion’s comeback from Stiff Person Syndrome (07:28) Simone Biles, mental health and battling back from setbacks (12:16) ACL injuries and gender discrepa

18- PARIS 2024 SPECIAL - Behind the scenes: Medical services at the Olympics

Aug 07 2024 29 mins  
Medical services at the Olympics are a state of art! Tune into to explore what medical services look like in major events like Olympics, gain insights from London, Vancouver, Tokyo and Rio games on illness and injury trends, explore how the Paris 2024 polyclinic looks like and, discover the roles of sports pharmacists at the Olympics! https://www.instagram.com/performpresc

17- PARIS 2024 SPECIAL - Treating the elite athlete: Therapeutic Use Exemptions (TUEs)

Jul 24 2024 23 mins  
What happens when an elite athlete need to be treated with a prohibited substance or method? This special episode is all about Therapeutic Use Exemptions (TUEs) with a specific focus on how TUEs work at the Paris 2024 Olympics.

16- Recovery Part 3: Inflammation and oxidative stress

Jul 11 2024 55 mins  
We dive into the dual nature of inflammation in athletes - is it a friend or foe, or both? In this episode, • Explore insights on managing oxidative stress, • optimize your recovery strategies, and • become savvy about anti-inflammatory medicines and supplements. Time stamps (00:00) Welcome to the new episode (01:09) Importance of managing inflammation and oxidative

15- Sports, energy and ketone drinks: What's the hype?

Jun 12 2024 76 mins  
In this episode, Jess and Nilhan break down: Performance hydration and the truth behind sports drinks hype The risks of energy drinks and how they affect performance An in-depth look at ketone drinks, including recent studies and a benefit/risk assessment Tips for athletes on making informed choices when it comes to hydration and sports drinks Follow for updates: https:

14- Gut health

May 08 2024 46 mins  
A healthy gut can decrease porta-toilet visits at marathons, support performance, recovery, general health and well-being. Discover the intricate relationship between gut health and athletic performance in this episode. Time stamps: (00:00) Introduction (01:21) Gut health 101 (04:33) Exercise and gut health (07:10) Performance benefits of healthy gut (18:40) How unhealthy gut lead