About this podcast

Join Andrew Huberman as he welcomes Stuart McMillan, a world-renowned track and field coach credited with training Olympic medalists and professional athletes. This insightful discussion delves into the transformative power of plyometrics, specifically highlighting the often-underestimated practice of skipping. Discover how these techniques can dramatically improve your speed, strength, posture, coordination, and overall health, offering immense benefits for people of all ages and fitness levels. McMillan shares practical tools for incorporating resistance training, skipping, and striding into your routine to enhance movement efficiency in everyday life and athletic performance. The episode also explores the expressive nature of human movement, the science behind elite athleticism, genetic and environmental factors in sports, and a candid conversation about performance-enhancing tools. Whether you're a serious athlete or simply looking to move better and live longer, Stu McMillan's expertise in human mechanics provides invaluable knowledge for everyone.