Pre-Workout Tips to Quickly Improve Your Workout Energy | Dr. Andy Galpin & Dr. Andrew Huberman

During episode 5 of the Huberman Lab Guest Series with Dr. Andy Galpin, Dr. Galpin explains the psychology and physiology of overcoming performance slumps.

Dr. Andy Galpin is a professor of kinesiology at California State University, Fullerton and a world expert on exercise science. Dr. Andrew Huberman is a tenured professor of neurobiology and ophthalmology at Stanford University School of Medicine and host of the Huberman Lab podcast.

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[InSpireFit]

Very insightful. For me it’s the same as working out. The body is so adaptive that I wouldn’t do the same workouts over and over for the fear of plateauing. Music, energy drinks, whatever it is I feel the body adapts to it causing me to plateau or burn out. So I change everything all the time.

[labsanta]

[00:02 - 00:30] "I call these parlor tricks a lot of the times. These are not chronic fixes. This is just I'm having a bad day today. I feel like crap. Can I make myself feel better right now?"
[00:57 - 01:24] "There will be days when which you walk into the gym and you feel awful. And somehow that day you saved a lifetime PR."
[01:51 - 02:21] "Exercise is my first love here. Absolutely breathing. Anysort of up-regulation breathing... hyperventilation strategies can work."
[02:50 - 03:19] "Finding out your why. So finding out like why are you really here? What are we doing here?... You need to be really careful. This is why I call these parlor tricks."
[03:49 - 04:18] "The nervous system... responds best to high signal relative to noise."
[06:14 - 06:42] "If you're not using them consistently and you're having a rough day and all of a sudden, you throw down 200 milligrams of caffeine. It's going to change real fast."
[07:11 - 07:39] "I'm not going to cross this lineuntil I'm ready to make that happen."
[08:07 - 08:33] "The phone is a bunch of little brain areas... it's so rich with sensory data and it's so closely linked to our own brain architecture."
[09:30 - 10:00] "Playing one round of dodgeball or we're going to play one round of Thumb Wars... You would play like a thing instead of warming up."

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[00:02 - 00:30] Dr. Andy Galpin discusses using acute state shifters to rapidly change HRV or recovery metrics. These include quick, short-term solutions for days when one is not feeling optimal, rather than chronic fixes.

[00:30 - 00:57] Physical movement, such as yoga or jumping jacks, can dramatically shift one's state. Despite feeling bad initially, engaging in these activities can lead to surprisingly good workout performance.

[01:24 - 01:51] The concept of training hard even on days with low recovery scores is explored. Galpin suggests that it's possible to still train effectively despite feeling suboptimal at the start.

[02:21 - 02:50] The use of breathing techniques, music, motivational quotes, and coaching tactics are discussed as methods to enhance workout energy and motivation.

[03:19 - 03:49] Galpin and Huberman talk about the importance of not overusing motivational tools like loud music or caffeine, as this can lead to a decreased effect over time.

[04:18 - 04:46] Discussion on the balance of using stimulants and inspiration in training sessions. The idea is to avoid dependency and maintain the internal motivation for training.

[05:44 - 06:14] The role of stimulants like caffeine as acute performance enhancers is mentioned, emphasizing their effectiveness when not used consistently but needed for a boost.

[06:42 - 07:11] Other techniques such as using bright lights, going outside for sunlight, and setting physical barriers as mental preparation for training are highlighted.

[07:39 - 08:07] The relationship between phone usage and workout performance is discussed. Setting up a playlist beforehand to avoid distractions during the workout is recommended.

[09:02 - 09:30] The concept of engaging in simple games or puzzles to shift mental focus and enhance workout readiness is explored.

[cowshie]

Deep Breathing down into your belly. Really expand the front of your body and fill out more space. It reduces any tension that might make you weaker.

[WorldWorkandTravel]

Andrew and team I appreciate you doing really great job! every video noted and marked

[lukepev]

150g mango, 150g mixed berries, 100g cottage cheese and 30g honey, all mixed in. Delicious and gives me the pre-workout carbs I need. Also, a glass of water with 2g of salt.

[UNPRECEDENTEDPICTURES]

This is super helpful! Thank you so much:)

[TXGTPS]

I don't know bro... blasting death metal has been working well for me for a long time. Always coffee too. Sometimes I change it up. Metalcore or thrash and groove instead of death metal. 😆🤘🏻

[pathologicaldoubt]

The draw a line and cross over it is interesting

[bradfordbowers]

A good ole beat session and a fly gym outfit always works for me

[amanverma]

Caffeine pill, two dates and some raw honey. Works like a charm.

[joeyfunk]

Enethate+Tren+DMAA= Rolling out of bed into a Slam Dunk! Then roll
Down to the gym and slay it!

[ravenjorge]

Pre-workout supplements may not be necessary; I believe your mindset is crucial. If you think you require a pre-workout drink, consider those engaged in strenuous physical labor all day they might have a greater need than you.
I exercise in the morning without consuming anything, and I've never experienced hypoglycemia; I remain fine.

[hasank]

1 x banana, 2 x fresh dates, worlds best pre work out 30 mins before training

[tomgunnz]

20 burpees and 2 hits off the vape pen. Not kidding. Down 60 lbs since March 💪

[clee]

I just drink coffee and listen to Slipknot in the gym and I have energy for hours.

[infidelrr]

In my 40’s and never used any pre-workout. Treat it like the Nike slogan and “Just do it.” Once you’re five minutes in, the juices flow and you’re underway.

Don’t over-complicate it, don’t think about it, just do it, and make it a habit.

[leobardosandoval]

My pre work out is fat dab hit or a joint 😅

[gen.barnakey__]

Trying to find out "my why" I tried to watch this sleepy video.

[KungFuSaint]

@huberman, I feel you interrupt your guests quite a lot to put forward your points. This kind of breaks the podcast flow. You need to find a better balanced approach to this.

[trevorf]

More and more over complicating absolutely everything in life.