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Fasting and Performance
Andrew shares insights on how fasting can enhance alertness and performance, particularly in high-intensity activities like jiu jitsu. He recounts a friend's remarkable experience during a long fast, where clarity of mind and explosiveness reached new heights. The discussion highlights the potential benefits of low-carb diets and the physiological effects of glycogen replenishment versus feeling light and agile.In this clip
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Andrew Huberman: Sleep, Dreams, Creativity, Fasting, and Neuroplasticity | Lex Fridman Podcast #164
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What does Andrew Huberman say about training in a fasted state? Are glycogen stores full from the night before?
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