Jun 28, 2025 | Articles, Performance, Weight Loss
Introduction: A New Era in Fat Loss, or Just Another Shortcut? Traditional fat loss has long been rooted in discipline, cardio, and caloric restriction. For decades, achieving a lean physique meant embracing hunger, fatigue, and the mental toll of contest prep or... 
Jun 13, 2025 | Coaching, Hormones, Performance, Podcast Episodes, Sleep Health
By Joe Miller | Founder, 1st Optimal In today’s fast-paced, always-on world, high achievers often find themselves trapped in a cycle of overperformance, fatigue, and declining health. But what if the very drive that propels success is also sabotaging your longevity,... 
Jun 10, 2025 | Articles, Performance
Author: Joe Miller, Founder of 1st Optimal Introduction: Why You’re Probably Dehydrated (Even If You Drink a Gallon a Day) Let’s get something straight — most athletes don’t have a water problem. They have a sodium problem. I’ve worked with hundreds of high... 
Jun 2, 2025 | Articles, Performance
Author: Joe Miller, Founder of 1st Optimal Introduction Creatine is a naturally occurring compound synthesized from amino acids glycine, arginine, and methionine. Predominantly stored in skeletal muscles, it plays a pivotal role in energy production during... 
Jun 1, 2025 | Performance, Podcast Episodes
Optimizing Performance in Combat Sports and Strength Training: Recovery, Nutrition, and Smart Coaching In today’s evolving fitness landscape, many athletes are no longer defined by a single discipline. Whether you’re a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) competitor,... 
May 30, 2025 | Performance, Podcast Episodes
The Truth About Testosterone: Performance, Parenting, and Purpose in the Modern Age Understanding Low Testosterone in Men Today When most people think of low testosterone (low T), the image that comes to mind is often misleading—unmotivated, overweight men with little... 
