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Body Composition Science Plant-Based Nutrition

P-Ratio Optimization: The Key to Plant-Powered Muscle Partitioning

Mike Regan Jr. Apr 23, 2026
Holistic Health & Longevity Plant-Based Nutrition

Earth Day Edition: The Carbon-Efficient Athlete | Performance Metrics Beyond the Gym

Mike Regan Jr. Apr 22, 2026
Holistic Health & Longevity Strength & Conditioning

Isometric Overcoming: The Plant-Powered Secret to “Bulletproof” Joints

Mike Regan Jr. Apr 21, 2026
Holistic Health & Longevity Plant-Based Nutrition

Epigenetic Clock Reset: Can 12 Weeks of Plants Lower Your Biological Age?

Mike Regan Jr. Apr 20, 2026
Endurance & Performance Holistic Health & Longevity

The Plant-Based VO2 Max Blueprint: Fueling Longevity

Mike Regan Jr. Apr 19, 2026
Body Composition Science Holistic Health & Longevity Strength & Conditioning

The Psychological Cost of Chronic Dieting in Fitness-Focused Adults

Mike Regan Jr. Jan 15, 2026

Chronic dieting may undermine mental health, performance, and long-term body composition. Learn the psychological cost of chronic dieting in fitness-focused adults and evidence-based alternatives.

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Endurance & Performance Holistic Health & Longevity Strength & Conditioning

VO₂max for Longevity: Why Your Cardiorespiratory Fitness Predicts Lifespan and Healthspan

Mike Regan Jr. Jan 14, 2026

Explore why a higher VO₂max — your body’s ability to use oxygen — is one of the strongest predictors of health and lifespan, how to improve it, and how it…

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Endurance & Performance Nutrition & Supplementation Plant-Based Nutrition

Plant-Based Diets and Iron Status in Athletes: Separating Myth From Mechanism

Mike Regan Jr. Jan 14, 2026

Are plant-based diets and iron status in athletes something to worry about? Explore iron status, absorption mechanisms, and performance implications backed by science.

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Endurance & Performance Holistic Health & Longevity Strength & Conditioning

Heart Rate Variability (HRV): Useful Tool or Overhyped Metric?

Mike Regan Jr. Jan 13, 2026

Heart rate variability (HRV) is everywhere in fitness—but is it truly useful or just overhyped? Learn when HRV matters and when it doesn’t.

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Body Composition Science Holistic Health & Longevity Strength & Conditioning

Motivation and Fitness Success: Why Motivation Alone Isn’t Enough

Mike Regan Jr. Jan 12, 2026

Why motivation and fitness success are not always congruent? Discover how habits, consistency, and systems are the real drivers of lasting health and performance.

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Endurance & Performance Nutrition & Supplementation Strength & Conditioning

Electrolytes, Sodium, and Performance: How Much Is Actually Needed?

Mike Regan Jr. Jan 11, 2026

Electrolytes and performance are closely linked. Learn how much sodium you actually need for training, endurance, recovery, and long-term health.

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Body Composition Science Holistic Health & Longevity Strength & Conditioning

The Weight Loss and Wellness Connection

Mike Regan Jr. Jan 10, 2026

Explore the weight loss and wellness connection, why health goes beyond the scale, and how sustainable habits support physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing.

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Endurance & Performance Holistic Health & Longevity Plant-Based Nutrition

Plant-Forward Diet Explained: Why It Doesn’t Mean Vegan Only

Mike Regan Jr. Jan 10, 2026

A plant-forward diet doesn’t require going vegan. Learn what plant-forward really means, how it supports health and performance, and how to apply it sustainably.

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Body Composition Science Endurance & Performance Strength & Conditioning

Endurance Athletes Muscle Loss: Why Hypertrophy Training Is Critical

Mike Regan Jr. Jan 8, 2026

Endurance athletes muscle loss is real. Learn why hypertrophy training is essential to maintain strength, prevent injury, and enhance performance — backed by research.

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Endurance & Performance Holistic Health & Longevity Strength & Conditioning

Zone 2 Training Benefits: Helpful, Overhyped, or Just Right?

Mike Regan Jr. Jan 7, 2026

Discover what science really says about Zone 2 training benefits. Learn when it works, when it falls short, and how to use it effectively for fat loss, endurance, and health.

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Body Composition Science Holistic Health & Longevity Strength & Conditioning

Recovery for Fat Loss: Why It’s the Missing Variable in Most Programs

Mike Regan Jr. Jan 6, 2026

Recovery for fat loss is often overlooked. Learn how sleep, stress, and proper training recovery improve metabolism, results, and long-term success.

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

Vegan Cookbooks for Health and Performance: Top 5 Picks That Actually Deliver

Mike Regan Jr. Jan 4, 2026

Looking for vegan cookbooks for health and performance? These top 5 plant-based cookbooks support energy, recovery, muscle, and long-term wellness.

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Endurance & Performance Plant-Based Nutrition

Fibremaxxing: Discover How Dietary Fiber Supports Plant-Based Athletes

Mike Regan Jr. Jan 4, 2026

Discover how dietary fiber supports plant-based athletes — from optimizing gut microbiome and recovery to enhancing performance and body composition — with practical tips and science-backed guidance.

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Body Composition Science Endurance & Performance Holistic Health & Longevity Strength & Conditioning

Maximize Your Cardio Training: How to Improve Endurance, Burn Fat, and Boost Heart Health

Mike Regan Jr. Jan 3, 2026

Learn how to maximize your cardio training using proven intensity methods, heart-rate zones, and progression strategies to improve fitness, fat loss, and heart health.

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Body Composition Science Endurance & Performance Nutrition & Supplementation Plant-Based Nutrition

Hypertrophy on a Plant-Based Diet: How Athletes Can Build Muscle Without Animal Products

Mike Regan Jr. Jan 3, 2026

Explore how hypertrophy and muscle growth are achievable on a plant-based diet. Evidence-based nutrition and training strategies for athletes and all lifters, with practical tips to optimize muscle gains without…

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Dr. Mike Regan Jr.

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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