Endurance and Nutrition: Dr. Tyge's Journey Through America's Toughest Race In this episode, Dr. Brent from Pangea Chiropractic interviews Dr. Tyge about his recent participation in America's Toughest Race, an expedition-style adventure race spanning over 250 miles in four and a half days. They discuss the sport of adventure racing which includes trekking, mountain biking, and paddling, navigating without GPS, and the importance of preparation. Dr. Tig elaborates on the training and lifestyle adjustments he and his teammate Peter made in the four months leading up to the race, particularly focusing on their diet using the Optimized Fat Metabolism (OFM) program. They highlight the benefits of a low-carb, high-fat diet for endurance and functionality, including sustained energy levels and reduced muscle soreness. The conversation also covers foot care, gear preparation, sleep management during the race, and the impact of nutrition on overall performance. Dr. Tyge concludes by emphasizing the transformative effects of proper nutrition and hints at more races in the future. 00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 00:38 What is Adventure Racing? 01:45 Preparing for the Expedition Race 03:03 Nutrition and Optimized Fat Metabolism (OFM) 05:01 Training and Lifestyle Adjustments 09:21 Race Logistics and Gear Preparation 11:42 Race Experience and Performance 16:27 Post-Race Reflections and Future Plans 20:23 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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