After years of working with collegiate and professional athletes, Pratik Patel has gained significant wisdom when it comes to optimal health. The continuous strain placed on the body of professional athletes can take its toll. Keeping those athletes healthy is no easy task. Pratik has worked with some of the most elite athletes in the world.
In today’s episode, dietitian and conditioning coach, Pratik Patel, reflects on his years in the NFL and imparts his wisdom regarding nutrition, hydration, strength training, recovery, and overall athletic health.
Today on The Lab Report:

4:00 Pratik Patel on great athletes vs. elite athletes
8:15 Genetics and work ethic
11:20 Lab testing, does fitness = health?
19:25 Hydration, thirst, and performance
25:00 Climate adaptability and electrolytes
31:00 Caffeine and hydration
34:00 Diet principles for athletes
38:35 Training pitfalls
41:10 Recommended supplements
49:35 Working with Pratik
51:00 The Fireball

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Instagram:          @pratikxpatel
Twitter:                @PratikxPatel
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