Building Lifelong Athletes

Jordan Rennicke, MD
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The Building Lifelong Athletes Podcast has one simple goal... to help keep you active and healthy for life. Whether you are a competitive athlete, fitness enthusiast, or just a weekend warrior, this podcast will help you be at your best by delivering practical and actionable information. From cholesterol management to exercise programming, this podcast covers every topic any lifelong athlete needs to know about. Jordan Rennicke, MD is a dual board certified physician in Family and Sports Medicine, has worked with thousands of athletes from all walks of life, and has a passion for learning, teaching, and helping people achieve their goals.

  1. May 19

    BLA 180: Choosing the right lipid lowering medication

    Welcome back to the trenches! In our final breakdown of the 2026 ACC/AHA lipid guidelines, we are unpacking the pharmacology toolbox. From statins and ezetimibe to PCSK9 inhibitors and the nuances of side effects like SAMS, I want to give you the practical, evidence-informed strategies we need for our patients. We are all just trying to navigate this together. Stop stressing over every health detail & start living! My FREE 'Necessary Nine' PDF cuts through the noise, giving you the essential things you need for a healthy life. ➡️ Download Here: https://www.jrennickemd.com/necessaryninepdf CHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro00:01:00 - Statin Mechanism of Action00:01:34 - Types of Statins and Intensities00:03:04 - Hydrophobic vs Hydrophilic Statins00:05:15 - Statins and Glycemic Control00:06:14 - Pleiotropic Effects of Statins00:07:12 - Statin Side Effects Overview00:08:36 - Ezetimibe as First-Line Add-On00:09:54 - Bempedoic Acid00:11:18 - PCSK9 Inhibitors00:13:16 - Inclisiran and siRNA Therapy00:14:26 - Bile Acid Sequestrants00:15:47 - The Rule of 6 and Combination Therapy00:17:16 - Statin-Associated Muscle Symptoms00:19:04 - CoQ10 Supplementation00:20:07 - Special Populations: Older Adults and Pregnancy00:21:20 - Liver Safety and Drug Interactions00:23:15 - Statins, Dementia, and Brain Fog00:24:23 - Statins and Diabetes Risk00:25:21 - Managing High Triglycerides00:27:06 - Conclusion and Summer Sabbatical SELECTED REFERENCES: https://www.ahajournals.org/doi/10.1161/CIR.0000000000001423 *Disclaimer*This podcast is for entertainment, education, and informational purposes only.The topics discussed should not solely be used to diagnose, treat , or prevent any condition.The information presented here was created with an evidence based approach, but you please keep in mind that science is always changing and at the time of listening to this there may some new data that makes this information incomplete or inaccurate.Always seek the advice of your personal physician or qualified health care provider for questions regarding any medical condition.

    29 min

  2. May 14

    BLA 179: How to Actually Use the New Lipid Guidelines (Part 3)

    In this episode, I'm breaking down sections 4.2.3 through 4.2.10 of the dense ACC/AHA dyslipidemia guidelines so you don't have to. We'll cut through the noise on the new PREVENT equations, risk enhancers, imaging, and algorithms for primary and secondary prevention. Let's get you equipped to handle these complex lipid management decisions in the clinic.Stop stressing over every health detail & start living! My FREE 'Necessary Nine' PDF cuts through the noise, giving you the essential things you need for a healthy life.➡️ Download Here: https://www.jrennickemd.com/necessaryninepdfCHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro00:25 - Individualized Risk-Benefit Discussions02:24 - The New PREVENT ASCVD Equations Explained04:29 - Understanding New Risk Thresholds05:32 - The Math Behind the 3% Treatment Threshold09:28 - Risk Enhancers and Personalizing Risk11:21 - Reproductive Age Risk Markers12:15 - Polygenic Risk Scores13:12 - Selective Imaging: CAC and Coronary CT15:16 - Treating Incidental Plaque15:58 - The Core Primary Prevention Algorithm19:26 - Severe Hypercholesterolemia (LDL > 190)21:58 - Diabetes and Lipid Management23:15 - Residual Risk and Omega-3s23:37 - Secondary Prevention Targets26:46 - Special Populations: Children and Young Adults28:04 - Older Adults and Deprescribing28:54 - Pregnancy and Lactation29:55 - HIV, CKD, and Inflammatory Diseases31:14 - Heart Failure and Cancer Survivors32:05 - Managing Hypertriglyceridemia 34:18 - Lipoprotein(a) as a Risk EnhancerSELECTED REFERENCES:https://www.ahajournals.org/doi/10.1161/CIR.0000000000001423*Disclaimer*This podcast is for entertainment, education, and informational purposes only.The topics discussed should not solely be used to diagnose, treat , or prevent any condition.The information presented here was created with an evidence based approach, but you please keep in mind that science is always changing and at the time of listening to this there may some new data that makes this information incomplete or inaccurate.Always seek the advice of your personal physician or qualified health care provider for questions regarding any medical condition.

    37 min

  3. May 5

    BLA 178: How To Treat Dyslipidemia With Lifestyle

    In this video, we break down the 2026 guidelines for lipid-lowering lifestyle treatments. From the minimalist vs. optimizer diet approach to exercise dosing and managing supplements, let's equip you with actionable tools for the primary care trenches. Stop stressing over every health detail & start living! My FREE 'Necessary Nine' PDF cuts through the noise, giving you the essential things you need for a healthy life. ➡️ Download Here: https://www.jrennickemd.com/necessaryninepdf CHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro01:36 - The Strategy of Primordial Prevention02:45 - The Dietary Shift: Minimalist vs. Optimizer04:56 - Titrating for Elevated Triglycerides06:23 - Weight Loss and Sick Fat07:31 - Physical Activity as the 5th Vital Sign08:27 - The Truth About Dietary Supplements10:15 - When to Consult a Registered Dietitian10:48 - The Comprehensive Impact & Takeaways SELECTED REFERENCES:https://www.ahajournals.org/doi/10.1161/CIR.0000000000001423 *Disclaimer*This podcast is for entertainment, education, and informational purposes only. The topics discussed should not solely be used to diagnose, treat , or prevent any condition. The information presented here was created with an evidence based approach, but you please keep in mind that science is always changing and at the time of listening to this there may some new data that makes this information incomplete or inaccurate.Always seek the advice of your personal physician or qualified health care provider for questions regarding any medical condition.

    12 min

  4. Apr 28

    BLA 177: ApoB, Lp(a), and the new era of screening

    In this video we'll talk about the Evaluation and Diagnosis Section from the 2026 ACC/AHA Lipid Guidelines.  Stop stressing over every health detail & start living! My FREE 'Necessary Nine' PDF cuts through the noise, giving you the essential things you need for a healthy life. ➡️ Download Here: https://www.jrennickemd.com/necessaryninepdf CHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro00:32 - The Shift in ACC/AHA Guidelines01:44 - Universal Pediatric Screening05:47 - Why Non-Fasting Lipid Panels Are Now Standard07:42 - Changing the LDL Equation09:48 - Why Advanced Lipid Testing (NMR) is Not Recommended12:05 - The Rise of ApoB: Counting the Trucks13:14 - CKM Syndrome and High Discordance17:28 - Lipoprotein(a): The Once-In-A-Lifetime Test21:29 - New Monitoring & Follow-Up Goals23:07 - Rapid Fire Summary SELECTED REFERENCES:https://www.ahajournals.org/doi/10.1161/CIR.0000000000001423 DisclaimerThis podcast is for entertainment, education, and informational purposes only.The topics discussed should not solely be used to diagnose, treat , or prevent any condition.The information presented here was created with an evidence based approach, but you please keep in mind that science is always changing and at the time of listening to this there may some new data that makes this information incomplete or inaccurate.Always seek the advice of your personal physician or qualified health care provider for questions regarding any medical condition.

    25 min

  5. Apr 22

    BLA 176: ACSM Resistance Training Position Stand

    As front-line clinicians, we constantly face confusion around exercise advice. Today, we are cutting through the noise with the massive 2026 ACSM Position Stand on resistance training. We unpack the practical, evidence-informed frameworks for strength, hypertrophy, and power, debunk gym myths, and give you the exact 30-second script to confidently prescribe safe, effective exercise to your patients tomorrow morning. Stop stressing over every health detail & start living! My FREE 'Necessary Nine' PDF cuts through the noise, giving you the essential things you need for a healthy life. ➡️ Download Here: https://www.jrennickemd.com/necessaryninepdf CHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro01:54 - The 2026 ACSM Position Stand Update04:20 - Strength Training Essentials06:29 - The Neurologic Spillover Effect07:51 - Hypertrophy and Cellular Metabolic Stress10:26 - Clinical Scenario: Lifting with Knee Arthritis11:46 - Power Training and Fall Prevention15:19 - Myth 1: Training to Failure16:55 - Myth 2: Unstable Surfaces and Balance Training18:59 - Myth 3: Complex Periodization and Spreadsheets21:49 - Practical Application: Bands and Bodyweight24:48 - The Cardiovascular Safety of Resistance Training27:38 - The 30-Second Patient Prescription Script SELECTED REFERENCES:https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41843416/ DisclaimerThis podcast is for entertainment, education, and informational purposes only.The topics discussed should not solely be used to diagnose, treat , or prevent any condition.The information presented here was created with an evidence based approach, but you please keep in mind that science is always changing and at the time of listening to this there may some new data that makes this information incomplete or inaccurate.Always seek the advice of your personal physician or qualified health care provider for questions regarding any medical condition.

    31 min

  6. Apr 14

    BLA 175: If You're Paralyzed By Which Diet Is "Best", This Podcast Was Literally Made For You

    Feeling overwhelmed by the "perfect diet" wars? From carnivore to raw vegan, social media is a chaotic mess of conflicting advice. In this episode, we'll break down the common denominators of healthy eating and why your lifestyle, culture, and personal joy are just as important as your macros. Stop stressing over every health detail & start living! My FREE 'Necessary Nine' PDF cuts through the noise, giving you the essential things you need for a healthy life. ➡️ Download Here: https://www.jrennickemd.com/necessaryninepdf CHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro00:04 - The Chaos of Online Diet Culture00:39 - Paralysis by Analysis and the Default Environment01:11 - Clinical Reality: Confused Patients and Guru Marketing02:30 - Why Complexity Sells (and Simplicity Doesn't)03:10 - Is There a Universal "Perfect" Diet?04:16 - The Common Denominators of Successful Diets05:57 - Sustainability vs. Intensity: Why Adherence is King06:50 - The Best Diet for You: Practical Criteria08:21 - Minimalists vs. Optimizers09:07 - Final Thoughts: Food as Culture and Connection   *Disclaimer*This podcast is for entertainment, education, and informational purposes only. The topics discussed should not solely be used to diagnose, treat , or prevent any condition. The information presented here was created with an evidence based approach, but you please keep in mind that science is always changing and at the time of listening to this there may some new data that makes this information incomplete or inaccurate. Always seek the advice of your personal physician or qualified health care provider for questions regarding any medical condition.

    9 min

  7. Apr 7

    BLA 174: The New ACC/AHA Lipid Guidelines

    The ACC and AHA just dropped a massive 123-page clinical practice guideline on the management of dyslipidemia, fundamentally shifting how we approach cardiovascular risk in primary care. From retiring the pooled cohort equations in favor of the PREVENT calculator to introducing the CPR framework and establishing hard numerical targets for LDL and ApoB, there is a lot to unpack. I went through the entire document so you don't have to.Stop stressing over every health detail & start living! My FREE 'Necessary Nine' PDF cuts through the noise, giving you the essential things you need for a healthy life.➡️ Download Here: https://www.jrennickemd.com/necessaryninepdfCHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro01:39 - The Four Main Steps of the Guidelines02:16 - Retiring the Pooled Cohort Equations02:28 - The PREVENT Calculator & Risk Thresholds04:52 - Net Clinical Benefit: NNT vs. NNH07:46 - The CPR Framework for Personalized Care09:23 - Moving Beyond LDL to ApoB11:22 - Understanding Lp(a)13:52 - Coronary Artery Calcium (CAC) Scores15:31 - The Return of Hard Treatment Targets17:44 - The Expanded Lipid-Lowering Toolkit20:04 - Lifestyle and Diet Recommendations20:51 - The Primary Care AlgorithmSELECTED REFERENCES:https://www.ahajournals.org/doi/10.1161/CIR.0000000000001423*Disclaimer*This podcast is for entertainment, education, and informational purposes only.The topics discussed should not solely be used to diagnose, treat , or prevent any condition.The information presented here was created with an evidence based approach, but you please keep in mind that science is always changing and at the time of listening to this there may some new data that makes this information incomplete or inaccurate.Always seek the advice of your personal physician or qualified health care provider for questions regarding any medical condition.

    25 min

  8. Mar 31

    BLA 173: Is Fruit Actually Bad For You?

    Is fruit actually evil? Today, we're taking a step back to look at a viral claim that eating grapes will destroy your brain and cause dementia. As per usual... some nuance is required. Stop stressing over every health detail & start living! My FREE 'Necessary Nine' PDF cuts through the noise, giving you the essential things you need for a healthy life. ➡️ Download Here: https://www.jrennickemd.com/necessaryninepdf CHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro00:18 - The Viral Claim: Grapes Are the Worst Fruit01:18 - Breaking Down the Video & Dr. Boz's Background03:22 - The Problem with Black and White Nutrition04:54 - Analyzing a 225 Blood Sugar Spike06:00 - Ketosis, Fasting, and Cotton Candy Grapes07:02 - Glycemic Index vs. Glycemic Load07:44 - Understanding Physiological Insulin Resistance10:09 - Do Blood Sugar Spikes Cause Dementia?11:09 - The Truth About Tau Proteins13:51 - The Fructose Survival Hypothesis15:39 - Why Fruit is NOT Evil18:43 - The Minimalist vs. Optimizer Approach19:41 - Outro & Final Thoughts SELECTED REFERENCES:https://academic.oup.com/endo/article-abstract/151/7/3105/2456757https://lpi.oregonstate.edu/mic/food-beverages/glycemic-index-glycemic-loadhttps://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC12018107/https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10363705/https://drrichardjohnson.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Newsweek-Dr-Richard-Johnson-Fructose-and-Weight-Gain-8-14-2023.pdfhttps://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3978819/ DisclaimerThis podcast is for entertainment, education, and informational purposes only. The topics discussed should not solely be used to diagnose, treat , or prevent any condition. The information presented here was created with an evidence based approach, but you please keep in mind that science is always changing and at the time of listening to this there may some new data that makes this information incomplete or inaccurate.Always seek the advice of your personal physician or qualified health care provider for questions regarding any medical condition.

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The Building Lifelong Athletes Podcast has one simple goal... to help keep you active and healthy for life. Whether you are a competitive athlete, fitness enthusiast, or just a weekend warrior, this podcast will help you be at your best by delivering practical and actionable information. From cholesterol management to exercise programming, this podcast covers every topic any lifelong athlete needs to know about. Jordan Rennicke, MD is a dual board certified physician in Family and Sports Medicine, has worked with thousands of athletes from all walks of life, and has a passion for learning, teaching, and helping people achieve their goals.

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  • Creator
    Jordan Rennicke, MD
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    182
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