In a special performance edition of the Thorne Podcast, we’re joined by professional basketball player Josh Hart. Josh joins Joel Totoro, Director of Sports Science to discuss life in the NBA, his passion for eSports, and what basketball and gaming have in common.
 
Rundown
During this episode you’ll learn about:


Josh Hart of the New Orleans Pelicans [:30]
A look into Josh Hart’s offseason [1:01]
Josh Hart on his training and nutrition [1:41]
Overcoming bad habits and a sweet tooth [2:10]
Taking nutrition more seriously [2:29]
Partnering with Thorne [2:48]


Josh Hart and eSports [3:02]
Love of competition [3:16]


Engaging in better sleeping habits [4:52]
Applying advantages to both sports and eSports [7:11]
Esports and basketball [8:11]


Teamwork lessons and applying them to both on the court and gaming [8:44]
Josh’s relationship with his fans [10:30]
Connecting on a more personal level [11:16]


Questions from the community [13:24]
What are your game day rituals [13:30]
How did Covid-19, the NBA Bubble, and the shortened season impact performance for you and the league? [14:11]
Will people begin to put more emphasis on nutrition and recovery? [15:23]
Investing in more recovery programs [15:53]


What kind of protein do you take and do you have any other supplement recommendations? [16:11]
Thorne Whey Protein Isolate and RecoveryPro [16:18]
Magnesium [17:42]


What are you favorite guilty pleasure foods on the road? [18:48]
What are your favorite meals from your personal chef? [21:04]
Eating healthy [22:21]


What was it like playing in an empty stadium without fan support? [22:56]
How do you stay focused on the court? [24:01]
Who have been the biggest mentors and supporters throughout your career? [25:19]
How is physical therapy going and recovery going? [26:08]
Other favorite activities besides basketball and gaming [27:14]
Who is your biggest NBA competition in the eSports world? [27:42]



Resources to topics mentioned in this episode:
NBA Training and Nutrition During the All-Star Break
How Josh Hart is Training For the NBA Season
NFL and NBA Athletes Share At Home Fitness Tips During Quarantine
Thorne Sports Performance


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