The Dr. Gabrielle Lyon Show
Dr. Gabrielle Lyon
The Dr. Gabrielle Lyon Show promotes a healthy world, and in order to have a healthy world, we must have transparent conversations. This show is dedicated to such conversations as the listener; your education, understanding, strength, and health are the primary focus. The goal of this show is to provide you with a framework for navigating the health and wellness space and, most importantly, being the champion of your own life. Guests include highly trustworthy professionals that bring both the art and science of wellness aspects that are both physical and mental. Dr. Gabrielle Lyon is a Washington University fellowship-trained physician who serves the innovators, mavericks, and leaders in their fields, as well as working closely with the Special Operations Military. She is the founder of the Institute of Muscle-Centric Medicine® and serves patients worldwide.
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Mar 24, 2026 • 1h 30min
Dr. Tommy Wood: Can Cognitive Decline Be Reversed?
Dr. Tommy Wood, neuroscientist and author of The Stimulated Mind, studies cognitive aging and lifestyle fixes to protect the brain. He discusses how exercise and resistance training shape brain structure. He explains white matter changes and potential reversibility. He covers ketones, MCTs and fuel switching for a glucose-starved brain. He highlights social connection as a powerful driver of brain health.
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Mar 17, 2026 • 1h 47min
HIIT vs. Moderate Intensity Exercise - Which Is Better for Your Health? | Dr. Martin Gibala
Dr. Martin Gibala, exercise physiologist and author of The One‑Minute Workout, breaks down HIIT, sprint interval training, and metabolic flexibility. He explains sprint protocols like three 20-second sprints, FatMax and mitochondrial quality, why brief vigorous “exercise snacks” can move the needle, and practical weekly routines for combining intervals with resistance work.
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Mar 10, 2026 • 1h 5min
Danica Patrick Opens Up About Breast Implant Illness, Inflammation, and Starting Over
Danica Patrick, former pro racing driver and the most decorated woman in motorsports, reflects on pressure, fear, and the rituals that built her elite performance. She discusses nervous system training, visualization and flow, confronting breast implant–related inflammation and recovery, and how high achievers must relearn patience, rest, and trust during healing.
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Mar 3, 2026 • 1h 11min
Hormone Replacement Therapy, What Every Woman Needs to Know in 2026 | Dr. Heather Hirsch
Dr. Heather Hirsch, a board-certified women’s health and menopause specialist and author of The Perimenopause Survival Guide, debunks myths around hormone replacement therapy. She explains the flawed 2002 study interpretation. Short takes cover timing of therapy, routes and formulations, differences between progestins and bioidentical progesterone, and practical dosing and monitoring for better long-term health.
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Feb 24, 2026 • 1h 19min
Male Fertility and Sperm Health: What Your Sex Drive and Testosterone Really Mean | Dr. Michael Eisenberg
Dr. Michael Eisenberg, director of male reproductive health at Stanford and fertility researcher, breaks down what shapes sperm health. He covers how common meds and steroids affect fertility. He discusses sperm as a marker of long-term health, environmental toxins and microplastics, timing for conception, and lifestyle factors like sleep, exercise, and weight loss.
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Feb 17, 2026 • 1h 35min
Why You Don’t Believe in Yourself (And How to Fix It) | Dr. Shadé Zahrai
Dr. Shadé Zahrai, a performance psychologist and author who studies self-doubt and self-trust. She explains why action often precedes confidence. Short practical topics include body language signals, the four drivers of self-trust, why perfectionism burns people out, planning for failure with if-then strategies, and simple daily habits to build what she calls Big Trust.
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Feb 10, 2026 • 1h 18min
How to Eat for Strength, Metabolism, and Longevity
Alan Aragon, veteran nutrition researcher who cuts through misinformation. Michelle Shapiro, integrative RD focused on digestion and compassionate reintroduction. Layne Norton, nutritional scientist and powerlifter who champions resistance training. Dr. Mark Hyman, functional medicine physician linking muscle to longevity. They discuss protein and resistance training for aging, when restrictive eating backfires, stress and digestion, and practical strategies for consistency and midlife strength.
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Feb 3, 2026 • 51min
Protein First: How the New Dietary Guidelines Shift Nutrition
Dr. Donald Layman, a protein researcher who helped shape the U.S. Dietary Guidelines, explains why protein matters more than the old 0.8 g/kg rule suggested. He outlines the shift to a protein-first framework, debates animal versus plant proteins and saturated fat, and discusses per-meal protein needs, body composition benefits, and how guidelines steer schools and institutions.
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Jan 27, 2026 • 1h 13min
The Forever Strong PLAYBOOK: Your 6-Week Field Manual for Muscle-Centric Longevity
A six-week, muscle-first playbook for lifelong strength and resilience. Covers mindset frameworks to guide consistent action. Lays out clear protein targets, carb rules, and meal strategies. Presents resistance training plans, bodyweight and kettlebell options, and HIIT progressions. Explores recovery tools like temperature protocols, sleep hacks, and tactical naps to support performance.
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Jan 20, 2026 • 1h 8min
You Don’t Need Confidence, Just Do THIS | Leila Hormozi
Leila Hormozi, an accomplished entrepreneur and fitness-business founder, dives deep into her journey from grit to empathy. She shares how fitness taught her resilience and discipline, essential for her business success. The conversation highlights the value of discomfort in personal growth, offering insights on overcoming anxiety and building trust. Leila emphasizes the importance of authenticity, the distinction between success and happiness, and the necessity of relational strengths for women leaders. Her candid stories provide actionable advice for anyone aspiring to thrive.
