The Performance Nutrition Podcast

Dr. Marc Bubbs

Connecting you with world-leading experts in performance nutrition and the latest evidence-based research to level up your team sport, endurance, physique and weight-making sport nutrition.

The Performance Nutrition Podcast brings you in-depth conversational interviews with expert PhDs, doctors, athletes, researchers, strength and coaches to share their research, insights, and stories to inform your practice and take your game to the next level.

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20 episodes
Updated July 2

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July 2 · 51 min
S10E4: Why Nutrient-Density & Your Total Dietary Pattern Matters w Dr. Stephan van Vliet, PhD
Season 10, Episode #4, Dr. Marc Bubbs sits down with Dr. Stephan van Vliet, PhD, a nutritional scientist with metabolomics expertise who runs the van Vliet Lab which is at the nexus of agricultural and human nutrition. CONNECT w DR. STEPHAN: Website: https://stephanvanvliet.com/ ** EPISODE SPONSOR** ProBio - The only All-In-One trusted by pro athletes, coaches and high performers. SAVE 20% OFF w code PEAK40. ... SHOW NOTES: https://www.drbubbs.com/podcast-season-10-episode-4 FOLLOW DR BUBBS: DrBubbs.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/drbubbs/ YT: https://www.youtube.com/@DrMarcBubbs BOOKS: PEAK: The New Science of Athletic Performance That Is Revolutionizing Sport (#1 BEST SELLER) PEAK40: The New Science of Midlife Health for a Leaner, Stronger Body and Sharper Mind
May 19 · 1 hr
S10E3: Physique Nutrition & Training Insights from 6x British Bodybuilding Champion, Dr. Andy Chappell, PhD
Season 10, Episode #3, Dr. Marc Bubbs sits down with Dr. Andy Chappell, PhD, a performance nutritionist, researcher and 6x British Bodybuilding champion. CONNECT w DR. ANDY: IG: https://www.instagram.com/dr.andrew.chappell/ ** EPISODE SPONSOR** ProBio - The only All-In-One trusted by pro athletes, coaches and high performers. SAVE 20% OFF w code PEAK40. ... SHOW NOTES: https://www.drbubbs.com/podcast-season-10-episode-3 FOLLOW DR BUBBS: DrBubbs.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/drbubbs/ YT: https://www.youtube.com/@DrMarcBubbs BOOKS: PEAK: The New Science of Athletic Performance That Is Revolutionizing Sport (#1 BEST SELLER) PEAK40: The New Science of Midlife Health for a Leaner, Stronger Body and Sharper Mind
March 18 · 1 hr 3 min
S10E2: The Stimulated Mind - Stay Sharp & Future Proof Your Brain w Dr.Tommy Wood, MD
Season 10, Episode #2, Dr. Marc Bubbs sits down with Dr. Tommy Wood, MD, PhD, a medical doctor, neuroscientist and performance coach to discuss his new book The Stimulated Mind and how helps improve cognition, focus and prevent dementia and Alzheimer's. CONNECT w DR. TOMMY: IG: https://www.instagram.com/drtommywood/ ** EPISODE SPONSOR** ProBio - The only All-In-One trusted by pro athletes, coaches and high performers. SAVE 20% OFF w code PEAK40. ... SHOW NOTES: https://www.drbubbs.com/podcast-season-10-episode-2 FOLLOW DR BUBBS: DrBubbs.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/drbubbs/ YT: https://www.youtube.com/@DrMarcBubbs BOOKS: PEAK: The New Science of Athletic Performance That Is Revolutionizing Sport (#1 BEST SELLER) PEAK40: The New Science of Midlife Health for a Leaner, Stronger Body and Sharper Mind
March 4 · 59 min
S10E1: GLP‑1 Meds (Ozempic), Hunger & Lasting Weight Change w Dr. Christle Guevarra, MD
Season 10, Episode #1, Dr. Marc Bubbs sits down with Dr. Crystal Guevara, MD, a family and sports medicine physician, explains how GLP‑1 medications work, who benefits, and how they create the conditions for sustainable change—not a quick fix. CONNECT w DR. CHRISTLE: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.christle/ ** EPISODE SPONSOR** ProBio - The only All-In-One trusted by pro athletes, coaches and high performers. SAVE 20% OFF w code GLP1. ... SHOW NOTES: https://www.drbubbs.com/podcast-season-10-episode-1 FOLLOW DR BUBBS: DrBubbs.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/drbubbs/ YT: https://www.youtube.com/@DrMarcBubbs BOOKS: PEAK: The New Science of Athletic Performance That Is Revolutionizing Sport (#1 BEST SELLER) PEAK40: The New Science of Midlife Health for a Leaner, Stronger Body and Sharper Mind
January 13 · 48 min
S9E12: Fertility - How Micronutrition, Metabolic Health & Lifestyle Influence Conception w Rachel Swanson, RD
In Season 9, Episode #12, Marc chats with fertility expert dietician Rachel Swanson, RD, author of the new book Trying - A Science-Based Plan to Optimize Fertility. CONNECT w RACHEL: Website: https://www.rachelswanson.com/ ** EPISODE SPONSOR** ProBio - The only All-In-One trusted by pro athletes, coaches and high performers. SAVE 20% OFF w code PEAK40. ... SHOW NOTES: https://www.drbubbs.com/podcast-season-9-episode-12 FOLLOW DR BUBBS: Website: DrBubbs.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbubbs/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-jYKOZ4ZzlAJfVexEp0NtQ BOOKS: PEAK: The New Science of Athletic Performance That Is Revolutionizing Sport (#1 BEST SELLER) PEAK40: The New Science of Midlife Health for a Leaner, Stronger Body and Sharper Mind
Dec 18, 2025 · 1 hr 3 min
S9E11: Protein - Longevity, Muscle & Performance w Dr. Stu Phillips, PhD
In Season 9, Episode #11, Marc sits down with Professor Stu Phillips, PhD, world-renowned protein and exercise scientist from McMaster University in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. CONNECT w PROF PHILLIPS: Twitter: https://x.com/mackinprof ** EPISODE SPONSOR** ProBio - The only All-In-One trusted by pro athletes, coaches and high performers. SAVE 20% OFF w code PEAK40. ... SHOW NOTES: https://www.drbubbs.com/podcast-season-9-episode-11 FOLLOW DR BUBBS: Website: DrBubbs.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbubbs/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-jYKOZ4ZzlAJfVexEp0NtQ BOOKS: PEAK: The New Science of Athletic Performance That Is Revolutionizing Sport (#1 BEST SELLER) PEAK40: The New Science of Midlife Health for a Leaner, Stronger Body and Sharper Mind
Nov 28, 2025 · 50 min
S9E10: Athlete Immunity: 6 Key Factors to Control w Prof. Michael Gleeson, PhD
In Season 9, Episode #10, Marc sits down with Professor Michael Gleeson, PhD, exercise immunologist from Loughborough University to talk all things immunity. CONNECT w PROF GLEESON: Twitter: https://x.com/profmikegleeson ** EPISODE SPONSOR** ProBio - The only All-In-One trusted by pro athletes, coaches and high performers. SAVE 20% OFF w code PEAK40. ... SHOW NOTES: https://www.drbubbs.com/podcast-season-9-episode-10 FOLLOW DR BUBBS: Website: DrBubbs.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbubbs/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-jYKOZ4ZzlAJfVexEp0NtQ BOOKS: PEAK: The New Science of Athletic Performance That Is Revolutionizing Sport (#1 BEST SELLER) PEAK40: The New Science of Midlife Health for a Leaner, Stronger Body and Sharper Mind
Nov 10, 2025 · 47 min
S9E9: Paleo Diet for Life - Sodium, Saturated Fats & Nutrients for Longevity
In Season 9, Episode #9, Marc interviews Trevor Connor, MS, researcher and semi-pro endurance athlete and Dr. Mark Smith, PhD, physiologist to discuss applications of the Paleo for longevity and health. CONNECT: New Book: Paleo for Life Website: https://thepaleodiet.com/ ** EPISODE SPONSOR** ProBio - The only All-In-One trusted by pro athletes, coaches and high performers. SAVE 20% OFF w code PEAK40. ... SHOW NOTES: https://www.drbubbs.com/podcast-season-9-episode-9 FOLLOW DR BUBBS: Website: DrBubbs.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbubbs/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-jYKOZ4ZzlAJfVexEp0NtQ BOOKS: PEAK: The New Science of Athletic Performance That Is Revolutionizing Sport (#1 BEST SELLER) PEAK40: The New Science of Midlife Health for a Leaner, Stronger Body and Sharper Mind
Oct 9, 2025 · 52 min
S9E8: Marathon Training, Nutrition & Longevity w Brady Holmer, MS
In Season 9, Episode #8, Marc interviews Brady Holmer, MS, researcher and elite recreational marathon to talk endurance training, fueling and longevity. ** EPISODE SPONSOR** ProBio - The only All-In-One trusted by pro athletes, coaches and high performers. SAVE 20% OFF - code PEAK40. ... CONNECT W BRADY HOLMER: X (Twtiter): https://x.com/B_Holmer FOLLOW DR BUBBS: Website: DrBubbs.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-jYKOZ4ZzlAJfVexEp0NtQ BOOKS: PEAK: The New Science of Athletic Performance That Is Revolutionizing Sport (#1 BEST SELLER) PEAK40: The New Science of Midlife Health for a Leaner, Stronger Body and Sharper Mind
Sep 4, 2025 · 48 min
S9E7: Creatine for Women, Debunking Myths & New Applications w Dr. Krissy Kendal
In Season 9, Episode #7, Marc interviews creatine expert Dr. Krissy Kendall, PhD to creatine for women, debunking myths and discussing novel applications. ** EPISODE SPONSOR** ProBio - The only All-In-One trusted by pro athletes, coaches and high performers. SAVE 20% OFF - code APN2025. BONUS extra 10% OFF - with monthly subscription ... CONNECT W DR. KRISSY: Instagram: Dr. Krissy FOLLOW DR BUBBS: Website: DrBubbs.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-jYKOZ4ZzlAJfVexEp0NtQ BOOKS: PEAK: The New Science of Athletic Performance That Is Revolutionizing Sport (#1 BEST SELLER) PEAK40: The New Science of Midlife Health for a Leaner, Stronger Body and Sharper Mind ** BARNES & NOBLE - PEAK PRE-ORDER** https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/peak-marc-bubbs/1129870157?ean=9781645023050 Use PREORDER25 at checkout.
Jul 10, 2025 · 57 min
S9E6: How to Limit Muscle & Bone Loss As You Age (5 Key Strategies) w Dr. Ben Kirk
In Season 9, Episode #6, Marc interviews muscle and bone scientist Dr. Ben Kirk, PhD to talk muscle and bone loss as you age. ** BARNES & NOBLE - PEAK PRE-ORDER** B&N Rewards members (FREE to sign up online) get 25% OFF! B&N Premium members get additional 10% OFF! https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/peak-marc-bubbs/1129870157?ean=9781645023050 Use PREORDER25 at checkout. CONNECT W DR. KIRK: Twitter: httphttphhttps://twitter.com/DrBenKirk FOLLOW DR BUBBS: Website: DrBubbs.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-jYKOZ4ZzlAJfVexEp0NtQ BOOKS: PEAK: The New Science of Athletic Performance That Is Revolutionizing Sport (#1 BEST SELLER) PEAK40: The New Science of Midlife Health for a Leaner, Stronger Body and Sharper Mind
May 28, 2025 · 57 min
S9E5: Optimizing Endurance Performance - Training, Testing & Nutrition w Dr. Daniel Plews, PhD
In Season 9, Episode 5, Marc interviews applie sprt scientist, researcher, and coach Dr. Daniel Plews, PhD. Dan has worked closely with elite endurance and Olympic athletes and completed his Ph. D. in the area of applied heart rate variability (HRV). SPONSOR: ProBio - First 'All-In-One' Built for Athletes. SAVE 20% OFF with code APN2025 SHOW NOTES: link here CONNECT w DR. PLEWS https://www.instagram.com/theplews/ FOLLOW DR BUBBS: Website: DrBubbs.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbubbs/ YouTube: link here Twitter: twitter.com/DrBubbs BOOKS: PEAK: The New Science of Athletic Performance That Is Revolutionizing Sport (#1 BEST SELLER) PEAK40: The New Science of Midlife Health for a Leaner, Stronger Body and Sharper Mind NEWSLETTER: Sign Up Here
Mar 10, 2025 · 40 min
S9E4: Nutrition Psychiatry, Prebiotics & Dietary Patterns w Dr. Piril Hepsomali
In Season 9, Episode 4, Marc interviews researcher Dr. Piril Hepsomali, PhD, from Reading University in the UK, to discuss her work in nutritional psychiatry, prebiotics and dietary patterns. SPONSOR: ProBio - First 'All-In-One' Built for Athletes. SAVE 20% OFF with code APN2025 SHOW NOTES: link here CONNECT w DR. PIRIL https://www.reading.ac.uk/pcls/staff/piril-hepsomali FOLLOW DR BUBBS: Website: DrBubbs.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbubbs/ YouTube: link here Twitter: twitter.com/DrBubbs BOOKS: PEAK: The New Science of Athletic Performance That Is Revolutionizing Sport (#1 BEST SELLER) PEAK40: The New Science of Midlife Health for a Leaner, Stronger Body and Sharper Mind NEWSLETTER: Sign Up Here
Feb 24, 2025 · 42 min
S9E3: Microdosing Training, Recovery Tools & Coaching Athletes w Steph Mock Grubbs
In Season 9, Episode 3, Marc sits down with performance coach Stephanie Mock Grubbs, to discuss her new role with Houston Astros in MLB, her coaching philosophy and insights from working in college sport. SPONSOR: ProBio - First 'All-In-One' Built for Athletes. SAVE 20% OFF with code APN2025 SHOW NOTES: link here CONNECT w STEPH IG: Coach Steph Mock FOLLOW DR BUBBS: Website: DrBubbs.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbubbs/ YouTube: link here Twitter: twitter.com/DrBubbs BOOKS: PEAK: The New Science of Athletic Performance That Is Revolutionizing Sport (#1 BEST SELLER) PEAK40: The New Science of Midlife Health for a Leaner, Stronger Body and Sharper Mind NEWSLETTER: Sign Up Here
Feb 3, 2025 · 1 hr
S9E2: How To Win The Inside Game & Free Yourself Up to Perform w Steve Magness
In Season 9, Episode 2, Marc chats with renowned endurance and mental performance coach Steve Magness to discuss his tremendous new book Win the Inside Game, how to move from surviving to thriving and free yourself up to perform. SPONSOR: ProBio - First 'All-In-One' Built for Athletes. SAVE 20% OFF with code APN2025 SHOW NOTES: click here CONNECT w STEVE New Book - Win In The Inside Game FOLLOW DR BUBBS: Website: DrBubbs.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbubbs/ YouTube: link here Twitter: twitter.com/DrBubbs BOOKS: PEAK: The New Science of Athletic Performance That Is Revolutionizing Sport (#1 BEST SELLER) PEAK40: The New Science of Midlife Health for a Leaner, Stronger Body and Sharper Mind NEWSLETTER: Sign up here
Jan 27, 2025 · 48 min
S9E1: Stop Bullsh*tting Yourself w Drew Hanlen, NBA Skills Coach
In Season 9, Episode 1, Marc sits down with Drew Hanlen, NBA Skills Coach to top players like Jayson Tatum, Joel Embiid, Giannis Antetokompo and author of the new book Stop Bullsh*tting Yourself. SPONSOR: ProBio - First 'All-In-One' Built for Athletes. SAVE 20% OFF with code APN2025 CONNECT w DREW New Book - Stop Bullsh*tting Yourself SHOW NOTES: click here FOLLOW DR BUBBS: Website: DrBubbs.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbubbs/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-jYKOZ4ZzlAJfVexEp0NtQ Twitter: twitter.com/DrBubbs BOOKS: PEAK: The New Science of Athletic Performance That Is Revolutionizing Sport (#1 BEST SELLER) PEAK40: The New Science of Midlife Health for a Leaner, Stronger Body and Sharper Mind SUBSCRIBE: Members Area - The Locker Room
Nov 25, 2024 · 44 min
S8E10: Gut Symptoms in Athletes - How Effective Are -Biotic Supplements?”
In Season 8, Episode 10, Marc replays a talk from 3rd APN Summit with Dr. Jamie Pugh, PhD, gut expert from LJMU in the UK. SPONSOR: ProBio - First 'All-In-One' Built for Athletes. SAVE 20% OFF with code APN2025 CONNECT w DR. PUGH https://x.com/pugh_jamie FOLLOW DR BUBBS: Website: DrBubbs.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbubbs/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-jYKOZ4ZzlAJfVexEp0NtQ Twitter: twitter.com/DrBubbs BOOKS: PEAK: The New Science of Athletic Performance That Is Revolutionizing Sport (#1 BEST SELLER) PEAK40: The New Science of Midlife Health for a Leaner, Stronger Body and Sharper Mind SUBSCRIBE: Members Area - The Locker Room
Nov 8, 2024 · 49 min
S8E9: Ultra-Marathon - Nutrition, Supplementation & Race Day Fueling
In Season 8, Episode 9, Marc sits down with Dr. Justin Roberts, PhD, to discuss his recent work contributing to the JISSN position stand on nutritional considerations for single-stage ultra-marathon training and racing. SPONSOR: ProBio - First 'All-In-One' Built for Athletes. SAVE 20% OFF with code APN2025 CONNECT w DR. ROBERTS https://x.com/drjustinroberts FOLLOW DR BUBBS: Website: DrBubbs.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbubbs/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-jYKOZ4ZzlAJfVexEp0NtQ Twitter: twitter.com/DrBubbs BOOKS: PEAK: The New Science of Athletic Performance That Is Revolutionizing Sport (#1 BEST SELLER) PEAK40: The New Science of Midlife Health for a Leaner, Stronger Body and Sharper Mind SUBSCRIBE: Members Area - The Locker Room Mindset Online Course - Learn more
Oct 18, 2024 · 46 min
S8E8: Menopause, Midlife and Female Performance w Dr. Linia Patel, PhD
In Season 8, Episode 8, Marc sits down with Dr. Linia Patel, PhD, dietician to discuss menopause and her new book Food for Menopause. SPONSOR: ProBio - First 'All-In-One' Built for Athletes. SAVE 20% OFF with code APN2025 CONNECT w DR. LINIA https://www.linianutrition.com/ FOLLOW DR BUBBS: Website: DrBubbs.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbubbs/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-jYKOZ4ZzlAJfVexEp0NtQ Twitter: twitter.com/DrBubbs BOOKS: PEAK: The New Science of Athletic Performance That Is Revolutionizing Sport (#1 BEST SELLER) PEAK40: The New Science of Midlife Health for a Leaner, Stronger Body and Sharper Mind SUBSCRIBE: Members Area - The Locker Room
Oct 7, 2024 · 23 min
S8E7: Blood Biomarkers & Solving Performance Problems w Carl Valle
In Season 8, Episode 7, Marc replays a talk with Carl Valle, expert Performance Consultant, on interpreting blood biomarkers to solve performance problems from the 3rd APN Summit this June, 2024. SPONSOR: ProBio - First 'All-In-One' Built for Athletes. SAVE 20% OFF with code APN2025 FOLLOW DR BUBBS: Website: DrBubbs.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbubbs/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-jYKOZ4ZzlAJfVexEp0NtQ Twitter: twitter.com/DrBubbs BOOKS: PEAK: The New Science of Athletic Performance That Is Revolutionizing Sport (#1 BEST SELLER) PEAK40: The New Science of Midlife Health for a Leaner, Stronger Body and Sharper Mind SUBSCRIBE: Members Area - The Locker Room