OFM - Why Metabolic Health Matters

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Why Metabolic Health Matters explores health & performance in an innovative yet engaging way to empower you to achieve your potential by getting your body back to it’s original physiology - help you achieve peak metabolic health and performance.

  1. Jul 10

    Podcast 82 - What Jeff Browning Learned After 10 Years of OFM

    After more than a decade of competing at the highest level of ultra-endurance racing, Jeff Browning continues to refine one of the most important aspects of performance—how he fuels. In this episode of the OFM Podcast, Peter Defty sits down with Jeff to discuss how his nutrition strategy has evolved over 10 years of using the OFM (Optimized Fat Metabolism) approach. Fresh off the Cocodona 250 and preparing for the Western States Endurance Run, Jeff shares the lessons he's learned from years of racing, testing, and adapting his fueling strategy. Together, they explore why endurance nutrition doesn't have to be a choice between high-carbohydrate fueling and strict ketogenic diets. Instead, they explain how strategic carbohydrate use, metabolic flexibility, and individualized nutrition can help athletes improve performance, reduce gastrointestinal distress, and support long-term metabolic health. The conversation also dives into emerging topics such as protein intake during ultra-distance events, hydration and electrolyte strategies, gut health, and why supporting recovery may be just as important as fueling the race itself. Whether you're training for your first marathon, preparing for a 100- or 200-mile ultramarathon, or simply looking to better understand endurance nutrition, this episode offers practical insights backed by more than a decade of real-world experience. In this episode you'll learn: Why OFM is not a ketogenic diet How strategic carbohydrates can support endurance performance What Jeff learned after racing the Cocodona 250 The role of protein during races lasting longer than 10 hours How gut health influences performance and recovery Practical hydration and electrolyte strategies Why metabolic flexibility may outperform nutrition extremes If you're looking for a smarter, more sustainable approach to endurance fueling, this conversation is packed with actionable insights you can apply to your own training and racing.   Show Notes and link to the video here: https://ofm.io/jeff-browning-on-10-years-of-ofm-what-every-endurance-athlete-should-know/

  2. Apr 12

    Podcast 81 - Dr Alicia Newsome on Women's Hormonal Health

    Most women are told their hormones are the problem. But what if that’s only part of the story? In this conversation, we dive into how metabolism, stress, and lifestyle are actually driving hormonal imbalances—and why quick fixes often fall short. If you’ve been dealing with fatigue, stubborn weight, or feeling “off,” this might change how you see your health.

  3. 12/03/2025

    Podcast 80 - Redefining Performance with VESPA Athlete Bree Lambert Sanders

    Join host Peter Defty for an inspiring conversation with elite OFM athletes Bree Lambert-Sanders and Joe Sanders, two masters-level competitors proving that peak endurance performance doesn’t end at 40—or 50. Bree shares her breakthrough season, including top finishes at UTMB-CCC and Kodiak 100K, while Joe brings decades of competitive insight and the science-backed wisdom of fat-based fueling. This episode dives into metabolic efficiency, stress, recovery, longevity, and how Vespa + OFM help athletes perform at their best at any age. A must-listen for ultrarunners, triathletes, and anyone curious about optimizing human performance.

  4. 07/23/2025

    Podcast 79 - Sherpa / Crew Confessions: How VESPA Changed Everything for Abby & Scott Jenkins

    What happens when elite endurance meets smart fueling? In this episode, ultrarunner Scott Jenkins and his wife and crew chief Abby Jenkins join Peter Defty to share the story behind Scott’s breakthrough performance at the Arizona Monster 300—a 300-mile race that became a personal best, thanks to Vespa and fat-adaptation. Abby gives a candid look at the emotional and logistical demands of crewing ultra-distance events, from managing nutrition meltdowns to dealing with hallucinations in the desert. But everything changed when Scott began using Vespa, resulting in stable energy, better mental clarity, and smoother aid station stops. 🎧 Inside this episode: How Vespa helped Scott overcome nausea and maintain pace The crewing perspective: emotional toll, strategy, and success Sleep, mindset, and the key to a personal best at mile 205 Supplement hacks for energy and recovery (CoQ10, Vitamin D, Ketones) Why OFM isn’t just about carbs—it’s about smart metabolic flexibility Whether you’re racing ultras or crewing someone who does, this conversation delivers insight, humor, and real-world takeaways you can use right away. Visit the blog: here

  5. 06/17/2025

    Podcast 78 - Andrea Moore’s Exploration of Her Performance Envelope

    Peter Defty and Andrea Moore get together to discuss shattering boundaries in human health & performance. In early May Andrea completed the Cocodona 250, while a month  earlier she completed the inaugural edition of the Arizona Monster 300. Completing both became known as “Monsterdona” with only 6-7 athletes able to complete both of these grueling trail ultras. But the adventure does not end there. As this podcasts drops for public consumption Andrea is finishing up the Tahoe 200 and has plans for another 5 200+ mile trail ultras this season.

  6. 04/15/2025

    Podcast 77 - How Breakthrough Performance Happens: Behavioral Science Meets Metabolic Health

    In Episode #77 of the OFM podcast, Peter Defty welcomes Dr. Amy Bukszpan, a behavioral analyst and endurance coach, to explore how applied behavioral science can empower athletes to take control of their nutrition, performance, and daily decisions. From breaking carb addictions to reframing failure, they dive into how modifying environmental variables and cultivating curiosity over fear can dramatically improve outcomes both in and outside of competitions. This conversation bridges cutting-edge metabolic performance with real-world psychology for anyone ready to take their performance—and life—to the next level.

  7. 03/20/2025

    Podcast 76 - The Dark Side of High-Carb Fueling: Dr. Johnathan Edwards on Metabolic Health

    This conversation highlights the critical need for balance in sports nutrition—avoiding the extremes of chronic high-carb fueling or strict keto approaches. Dr. Johnathan Edwards and Peter Defty emphasize the importance of building metabolic capacity to gain metabolic flexibility, proper training strategies including minimizing chronic stress, and personalized/individualized nutrition. Unfortunately, with all the hype around outright performance metrics at the very pinnacle of sports, the very real and inevitable negative impacts of carbohydrate overconsumption get drowned out and remain a topic few sports nutritionists, coaches and athletes are willing to have a frank and open conversation about. This conversation is essential to everyone, from Pro to beginner so each person can achieve that optimal balance of performance and health to achieve “Higher Health & Peak Performance”. To learn more about Optimizing your fat metabolism: https://ofm.io To access products to help you with improving your metabolism and performance: https://vespapower.com References: Breaking the Cycle of Bad Eating and Poor Sleep https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sdn2c81yDpA High Carbohydrate Athletic Fueling. A Fad Metabolic Dumpster Fire, Part 1 https://hammernutrition.com/blogs/endurance-news-weekly/high-carbohydrate-athletic-fueling-a-fad-metabolic-dumpster-fire-part-1 High Carbohydrate Athletic Fueling. A Fad Metabolic Dumpster Fire, Part 2 https://hammernutrition.com/blogs/endurance-news-weekly/high-carbohydrate-athletic-fueling-a-fad-metabolic-dumpster-fire-part-2 Episode 407: David Roche - Leadville 100 Mile Historic Win & Course Record https://zachbitter.com/hpo-episode-407

  8. 02/04/2025

    OFM Metabolic Efficiency: Fuel Smarter, Perform Better & Recover Faster with AG Champ, Colin Cook

    Colin’s powerful transformation from an unhealthy lifestyle to becoming an elite age-group triathlete (all while balancing a demanding career, coaching, and family) underscore the importance of performance level metabolic health.  OFM confers metabolic efficiency by building metabolic capacity. Combined with strategic carbohydrate fueling, Colin has unlocked winning performance without compromising health and longevity.  His journey proves that endurance success isn’t predicated upon high-carb fueling—it's about optimizing fat metabolism to establish a robust metabolic foundation then building upon it with strategic nutrition choices. Whether you're a competitive athlete or simply looking to improve your performance, Colin's insights provide a game-changing perspective on fueling for performance and lifelong health.

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