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The most relatable discussions about evolving human performance topics. We Do the Heavy Lifting is dedicated to engaging in dialogue about current sport and exercise research, brought to you by the Huffines Institute at Texas A&M University.
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Monday Jul 18, 2011
Monday Jul 18, 2011
Recently CNN.com published a list of the top ten exercise myths. But are those myths really myths? We asked four bright, rising stars in Exercise Science - Brad Lambert, Emily Schmitt, David Ferguson, and Justin Dobson - for their take on the 'myths'. It's a fun group, a fun conversation, and the first time we've had four guests on the podcast at the same time!
Monday Jul 18, 2011
Monday Jul 18, 2011
What are the components of success? Talent? Practice? Determination? Join us in the podcast as we chat with Dr. Angela Duckworth from the University of Pennsylvania who tells us about GRIT and the role of determination in success. This is a great conversation about a topic that is easy to talk about, but hard to study.
Thursday Jun 30, 2011
Thursday Jun 30, 2011
We are pleased to announce that our video podcast has gone live. Go to the Videos section (under Resources) to see our Video Podcasts. We are so pleased that our first video podcast is from 2011 Huffines Discussion Scholar, Dr. Molly Bray. The Huffines Discussion was a series of eight talks given by leaders in Sports Medicine. These talks were aimed at an educated lay audience and each speaker was only given 18 minutes. Subscribe to the video podcast to get a new video every two weeks - you
Tuesday Jun 14, 2011
Tuesday Jun 14, 2011
One of the most difficult conversations we might have is how race plays a role in sport, so why not have the conversation? Join us today in the podcast as we chat with Dr. John Singer, a noted scholar on the role of race in sport.
Thursday Jun 09, 2011
Thursday Jun 09, 2011
It's summer! Time to go swimming! We talk to Mr. Roy Fielding in the podcast. Roy has been named as one of the 25 most influential Aquatics professionals in the world....It's a fun conversation!
Thursday May 26, 2011
Thursday May 26, 2011
New Podcast! In honor of Memorial Day weekend, we are privileged to chat with Brigidier General Joe Ramirez, highly decorated soldier and the Commandant of the Corps of Cadets here at Texas A&M. General Ramirez is not only a highly decorated soldier, but has a degree in Physical Education and understands on many levels the importance of physical fitness not only in the military, but also in society. Join us for a great conversation about the role and importance of fitness and human performance.
Thursday May 12, 2011
Thursday May 12, 2011
Summer is almost here and what better time to talk about hydration and exercise! So, join us in the podcast as we chat with Gatorade Sport Sciences Institute Research Director Dr. Jeff Zachwieja.
Friday Apr 15, 2011
Friday Apr 15, 2011
Join us as we talk with acclaimed author Dr. Danny Ballard about the role of health in life - especially how health can augment learning and increases well-being.
Friday Apr 08, 2011
Friday Apr 08, 2011
A new podcast featuring Dr. John Thornton, the Associate Athletic Director here at Texas A&M has just gone live in the feed. In the podcast, we have a great conversation about the life of a college athlete and finding that balance between education and sports. It's a great listen, so download the podcast and enjoy!
Saturday Apr 02, 2011
Saturday Apr 02, 2011
We've got a new podcast up....Dr. Mike Massett, NIH-funded researcher, discusses advancements in the search for the genetic mechanisms that control exercise endurance. Click on over to the podcast page to join us for this great conversation - don't worry - the genetic jargon is held to a minimum!