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Endurance & Performance Holistic Health & Longevity Nutrition & Supplementation Plant-Based Nutrition

Nitric Oxide Beyond Beets: The Full-Spectrum Strategy

Mike Regan Jr. May 14, 2026
Endurance & Performance Holistic Health & Longevity

Circadian Rhythm and Glycogen: The Strategic Timing of Plant-Based Carbs

Mike Regan Jr. May 10, 2026
Body Composition Science Nutrition & Supplementation

The Thermic Effect of Plant Protein: Why Your Metabolism Prefers Peas Over Pasta

Mike Regan Jr. May 7, 2026
Endurance & Performance Plant-Based Nutrition

The Lactate Shuttle: Recycling Energy with Anthocyanins

Mike Regan Jr. May 4, 2026
Body Composition Science Nutrition & Supplementation

The Amino Acid Spike: How to Pair Legumes and Seeds to Master the Leucine Profile

Mike Regan Jr. Apr 30, 2026
Endurance & Performance Holistic Health & Longevity Strength & Conditioning

Physical and Mental Health Connection: A Two-Way Street

Mike Regan Jr. Mar 4, 2026

Explore the physical and mental health connection and why training the body without the brain limits outcomes.

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Endurance & Performance Holistic Health & Longevity Plant-Based Nutrition Strength & Conditioning

Plant-Based Diet and High Training Volume Without Underfueling

Mike Regan Jr. Mar 3, 2026

Can a plant-based diet support high training volumes without underfueling? Learn the physiology, risks, and strategies athletes need.

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Body Composition Science Endurance & Performance Holistic Health & Longevity

Insulin Sensitivity for Athletes: Why “Healthy” People Still Develop Metabolic Dysfunction

Mike Regan Jr. Mar 1, 2026

Even lean, active athletes can lose insulin sensitivity. Learn why metabolic dysfunction occurs despite training and how to prevent it.

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Endurance & Performance Holistic Health & Longevity Strength & Conditioning

Resistance Bands Benefits Over Other Resistance Training

Mike Regan Jr. Feb 28, 2026

Discover evidence-based resistance bands benefits over traditional free weights and machines — from strength gains to portability and joint health. Learn why resistance bands deserve a spot in every workout.

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Endurance & Performance Holistic Health & Longevity Strength & Conditioning

Training During Pregnancy Sets the Ceiling for Postpartum Recovery

Mike Regan Jr. Feb 27, 2026

Training during pregnancy influences postpartum recovery, strength, and mental health. Here’s why consistency—not fear—matters most.

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Endurance & Performance Holistic Health & Longevity Strength & Conditioning

Why Consistency Beats Optimization Every Time

Mike Regan Jr. Feb 26, 2026

Consistency—not perfect programming—drives long-term fitness, health, and performance. Here’s why consistency beats optimization every time.

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Endurance & Performance Holistic Health & Longevity Strength & Conditioning

Cold Exposure and Recovery: Help or Hype?

Mike Regan Jr. Feb 25, 2026

Cold exposure can reduce soreness—but may impair adaptation. Learn when ice baths help recovery and when they undermine performance.

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Holistic Health & Longevity Strength & Conditioning

Why “More Discipline” Fails Under Stress

Mike Regan Jr. Feb 24, 2026

Why more discipline fails under high life stress. Learn how stress physiology, cortisol, and recovery dictate sustainable fitness progress.

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Endurance & Performance Holistic Health & Longevity Strength & Conditioning

Zone 2 Training Is Not Easy Cardio: A Physiological Breakdown

Mike Regan Jr. Feb 23, 2026

Zone 2 training is not “easy cardio.” Learn the physiology behind aerobic base training, fat oxidation, and endurance performance.

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Body Composition Science Endurance & Performance Strength & Conditioning

Reverse Dieting: Evidence, Myths, and When It Actually Works

Mike Regan Jr. Feb 22, 2026

Does reverse dieting really fix metabolism? Learn what the science says, who it helps, and when maintenance is the better option.

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Endurance & Performance Plant-Based Nutrition Strength & Conditioning

Blended vs. Single-Source Plant Proteins: Do Combinations Improve Results?

Mike Regan Jr. Feb 16, 2026

Which is better: Blended vs. single-source plant proteins? Learn what actually drives muscle growth, leucine thresholds, and performance.

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Holistic Health & Longevity Strength & Conditioning

The New Definition of Metabolic Fitness — Why Body Fat % Alone Fails

Mike Regan Jr. Feb 15, 2026

Metabolic fitness goes far beyond body fat percentage. Learn what truly defines metabolic health and why physique alone is outdated.

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Endurance & Performance Nutrition & Supplementation Plant-Based Nutrition

Creatine and Beta-Alanine for Plant-Based Athletes: What’s Worth Supplementing?

Mike Regan Jr. Feb 13, 2026

Creatine and beta-alanine for plant-based athletes: evidence-based benefits, limits, and who actually needs them.

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Endurance & Performance Holistic Health & Longevity Strength & Conditioning

Strength Training for Endurance Athletes: What Actually Transfers

Mike Regan Jr. Feb 11, 2026

Strength training for endurance athletes improves economy, power, and durability—when programmed correctly. Here’s what actually transfers to performance.

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Endurance & Performance Holistic Health & Longevity Nutrition & Supplementation Strength & Conditioning

The Hidden Cost of Chronic Energy Deficit in Endurance Athletes

Mike Regan Jr. Feb 10, 2026

Chronic energy deficit in endurance athletes drives RED-S, hormonal disruption, injury risk, and performance decline. Learn signs, consequences, and solutions.

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Dr. Mike is a researcher, professor, and plant-based endurance athlete. He translates the science of human performance and longevity into daily, actionable protocols for athletes who want to excel on a plant-based diet. Follow the blog for evidence-based insights on training, nutrition, and recovery.

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    Nitric Oxide Beyond Beets: The Full-Spectrum Strategy

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    May 7, 2026
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