Gear, Growth, and Gains Episode 018
Dr. Nisar Discusses Working With Mass Monsters Like Nick and World-Class Strongmen, Cryotherapy v. Cold Modalities, and Infrared Sauna
Show Time

32 min, 26 sec

Show Notes and Description

In episode 18 of Gear Growth and Gains, host Type-IIx interviews Dr. Umar Nisar of Asylum Sports Performance & Recovery, a chiropractor renowned for his work with Nick Walker who specializes in elite athlete recovery. The episode explores advanced recovery modalities – such as active rehabilitation, cryotherapy, and infrared saunas – and emphasizes the importance of individualized treatment and routine for optimal performance. The discussion transitions to hormone optimization, introducing a guide on interpreting blood biomarkers for enhanced athletes. Key recommendations include regular, comprehensive blood testing and a systems-based approach to hormone balance. The episode provides evidence-based strategies for maximizing recovery, performance, and long-term health in strength athletes.

Outline and Timestamps

Disclaimer and Podcast Introduction (00:00:30 )

Medical disclaimer, podcast intro, and resources like Meso-Rx and the Clenbuterol Handbook.

Episode Overview & Guest Introduction (00:01:42 )

Host previews advanced recovery and hormone optimization topics; introduces Dr. Umar Nisar and his background.

Dr. Nisar's Background and Philosophy (00:04:05 )

Dr. Nisar shares his education, inspiration for chiropractic, and founding Asylum Sport Performance and Recovery.

Chiropractic and Nutrition Approach (00:07:00 )

How Dr. Nisar’s nutrition background informs his treatment of elite athletes and bodybuilders.

Active Rehabilitation Methods (00:08:03 )

Discussion of active vs. passive rehab, movement examples, and programming for different athlete types.

Rehabilitation for Elite Athletes (00:09:34 )

Adapting rehab for bodybuilders and powerlifters, injury management, and off-season vs. prep strategies.

Measuring Progress in Rehab (00:10:32 )

Key outcomes: restoring pain-free range of motion, isometrics, and tendon health for safe recovery.

Cryotherapy, Infrared Sauna, and Passive Modalities (00:11:18 )

Overview of recovery modalities offered, their uses, and tailoring protocols for bodybuilders and strength athletes.

Cryotherapy and Cold Modalities: Application and Dosing (00:13:04 )

Minimum effective dose, acute vs. chronic injury use, and differences between cryotherapy and cold plunges.

Infrared Sauna: Mechanisms and Benefits (00:14:44 )

How infrared saunas work, their benefits for circulation, heart health, and stress reduction in athletes.

Passive Modalities Explained (00:16:48 )

Definition and examples of passive modalities, including manual therapy, e-stim, ultrasound, and more.

Sequencing Recovery Modalities (00:17:39 )

How Dr. Nisar combines and sequences modalities for optimal athlete recovery and performance.

Treating Elite Bodybuilders: Challenges and Evolution (00:19:14 )

Unique challenges of working with top athletes like Nick Walker and refining treatment approaches.

Key Principles for Elite Athlete Care (00:20:06 )

Lessons learned, importance of routine, and mental aspects of recovery for high-level competitors.

Best Value for Non-Competitors (00:21:13 )

What general population clients gain from Asylum—information, direction, and high-level manual therapy.

Future Modalities and Contact Info (00:22:08 )

Upcoming tech (hyperbaric, lasers) and how to contact Dr. Nisar and Asylum SPR.

Transition to Advanced Biomarker Series (00:23:24 )

Introduction to the new series on bloodwork and hormone optimization for athletes.

Bloodwork Fundamentals for Athletes (00:24:17 )

Importance of bloodwork, key biomarkers, and how to interpret results for hormone optimization.

Best Practices for Blood Testing (00:25:22 )

Testing frequency, washout periods, tracking trends, and focusing on hormone ratios.

Comprehensive Biomarker Monitoring (00:26:41 )

Essential markers to monitor, organ health, and the importance of longitudinal tracking.

Systems Approach to Biomarkers (00:27:48 )

Understanding biomarker interactions, regular monitoring, and when to seek professional consultation.

Series Summary and Next Steps (00:29:03 )

Recap of the biomarker series introduction and preview of upcoming detailed episodes.

Bloodwork Service Recommendation (00:29:21 )

Sponsor message recommending Fitomics for bloodwork, with discount code and sign-up instructions.

Transcript

Cormac Mannion (Type-IIx) 00:00:30  This show is not intended for the treatment of prevention of disease, nor is a substitute for medical treatment, nor as an alternative to medical advice. No part herein, nor any statement, act or omission made by Cormac Mannion or Ampouletude LLC or its agents or affiliates are to be construed as treatment of any medical condition, medical advice, nor to delay necessary medical treatment. Scientific evidence is discussed for informational purposes only. No patient doctor relationship is formed. Hey guys, Type-IIx here. This is the 18th episode of Gear Growth and Gains, brought to you by Meso-Rx, the leading platform for open and unfiltered discussion on enhanced bodybuilding. Members freely share experiences, hold sources accountable and ensure transparency. No censorship, just real reviews. Visit Meso-Rx at thinksteroids.com/community And start posting. And if you want to subscribe to the Gear Growth and Gains newsletter, visit typeiix.substack.com to subscribe or go to ampouletude.com and click Sign Up for Type-IIx's Newsletter. And don't forget to check out @geargrowthgains One word on Telegram.

Cormac Mannion (Type-IIx) 00:01:42  Are you looking to expand your knowledge on performance enhancement strategies? I'm excited to announce the Clenbuterol Handbook, your comprehensive guide to understanding this powerful compound. This meticulously researched e-book breaks down everything you need to know, from biological effects to protocol design and practical considerations. The best part is completely free for all my Substack subscribers, just head over to typeiix.substack.com. Subscribe to get your copy today! If you prefer a one off purchase, stay tuned! The handbook will be available for sale soon on ampouletude.com. Don't navigate this complex topic with incomplete information. Get the Clenbuterol Handbook and make informed decisions about your performance journey. Subscribe now at typeiix.substack.com/subscribe. Welcome to the Gear Growth and Gains podcast hosted by me, Type-IIx. In today's episode, we dive deep into the intersection of cutting edge recovery techniques and advanced hormone optimization strategies. First, I had the privilege of speaking with Doctor Umar Niar, the soft tissue clinician and chiropractor behind Nick Walker's Elite Recovery and Injury Management. We explore how targeted soft tissue work supports not just pain relief, but also long term performance gains and injury prevention.

Cormac Mannion (Type-IIx) 00:03:04  Then we transition into the first podcast of the Advanced Biomarker eries, where I'll continue breaking down how to read and interpret your bloodwork to optimize hormones safely and effectively. This is essential knowledge for anyone serious about enhancing their physique and performance while protecting their health. Whether you're looking to fine tune your recovery protocols or want to understand the science behind hormone optimization, this episode offers practical insights to elevate your game. Stay tuned for the full interview and an in-depth guide to mastering your biomarkers. All right, let's get into it. Okay, so I am here today with Doctor Umar Nisar, who I would introduce as basically Nick Walker soft tissue guy. But he can tell us a lot more about what he is, what he does. doctor Nassar runs asylum sport performance and recovery in Voorhees, new Jersey, which I'm hopefully pronouncing correctly. But, yeah. Doctor Nisar, why don't you tell us a little about yourself, your introduction here?

Umar Nisar 00:04:05  Yeah. Well, first of all, thank you so much for having me.

Umar Nisar 00:04:07  I appreciate you reaching out and making this possible. I'm really excited to talk about some of the stuff that we have prepared, and just to hopefully get out to a little bit more of the population that listens to the podcast. but I am a chiropractor by trade and license. I do practice very heavily in manual therapy. I've been doing this now for a handful of years, but three years since having Asylum Sports Performance and Recovery, which is located in Voorhees, new Jersey. I went to grad school in upstate New York, originally went to a community college locally here in South Jersey, and studied human biology and then transferred over to Drexel University, where I continued my undergrad and human bio. And then from there I went on to grad school because I found my way to chiropractic. it wasn't that it was like so much life changing. It was more so just that a chiropractor that I had met had set me on this new path just because of our relationship and conversation, not because of the philosophy of what chiropractic is, but more so just the way that he had communicated to me, which changed, my view on the injury that I had at the time and then put me on this path and then obviously inspired.

Umar Nisar 00:05:14  Yeah, yeah, inspired me. And fast forward us to basically now getting here and being one of Nick Walker's, soft tissue people.

Cormac Mannion (Type-IIx) 00:05:22  Excellent. Yeah. And you can find more about Doctor Nassar's, busines