How to build lean muscle & eat the right amount of protein: Gabrielle Lyon, D.O. | mbg Podcast

Welcome to the mindbodygreen podcast! Each week, host Jason Wachob, founder and co-CEO of mindbodygreen, engages in open, honest conversations with the people shaping the world of well-being. Today’s featured guest is Gabrielle Lyon, D.O., a functional medicine doctor.

“Skeletal muscle is metabolic currency, and it is a currency that you cannot buy," she says. In this episode, Gabrielle and Jason discuss lean muscle-building tips for any age, plus:

00:41 Gabrielle’s POV on Pilates
03:23 What is muscle hypertrophy?
05:22 Why muscle is the organ of longevity
10:31 How to build lean muscle as you age
18:23 How to measure your muscle mass
24:33 Gabrielle’s exercise routine as a busy mom
29:14 How to start a strength training routine
31:56 How to build a good mental framework
35:13 Gabrielle’s personal nutrition plan
37:39 Why many people struggle to lose weight
43:17 Gabrielle’s go-to breakfast
47:43 The universal truths in nutrition science
50:09 The future of protein research
53:30 The biggest misconceptions around strength training
58:14 How lifting heavy things can save your life

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