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title: Health & Fitness Blog - NASM | Geoff Lecovin
description: Dr. Lecovin is a chiropractor, naturopathic physician and acupuncturist. He graduated from the Los Angeles College of Chiropractic in 1990 with a Bachelor of Science in Biology and Doctor of Chiropractic, earned a Masters in Nutrition from the University of Bridgeport in 1992, and then went on to complete the Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine and Masters in Acupuncture programs at Bastyr University in 1994. Dr. Lecovin completed another Masters in Exercise Science from California University of Pennsylvania in 2015. He holds additional certifications in exercise and nutrition from the National Strength and Conditioning Association (CSCS), International Society of Sports Nutrition (CISSN), Institute of Performance Nutrition (ISSN Diploma and Performance Nutrition Diploma), International Olympic Committee (Sports Nutrition Diploma), Precision Nutrition (Nutrition Coach) and National Academy of Sports Medicine (CPT CES PES Nutrition Coach), where he is also a Master instructor.
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# Geoff Lecovin

Dr. Lecovin is a chiropractor, naturopathic physician and acupuncturist. He graduated from the Los Angeles College of Chiropractic in 1990 with a Bachelor of Science in Biology and Doctor of Chiropractic, earned a Masters in Nutrition from the University of Bridgeport in 1992, and then went on to complete the Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine and Masters in Acupuncture programs at Bastyr University in 1994. Dr. Lecovin completed another Masters in Exercise Science from California University of Pennsylvania in 2015. He holds additional certifications in exercise and nutrition from the National Strength and Conditioning Association (CSCS), International Society of Sports Nutrition (CISSN), Institute of Performance Nutrition (ISSN Diploma and Performance Nutrition Diploma), International Olympic Committee (Sports Nutrition Diploma), Precision Nutrition (Nutrition Coach) and National Academy of Sports Medicine (CPT CES PES Nutrition Coach), where he is also a Master instructor.

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## [Nutrition for Muscle Repair and Recovery](http://blog.nasm.org/nutrition-for-recovery)

[Geoff Lecovin](http://blog.nasm.org/author/geoff-lecovin) |  March 18, 2021

 Recovery is the return to a normal state of health, mind, or strength. Optimal recovery is best attained through an integrative approach, focusing on nutrition, sleep, and stress management.

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## [Exploring Excess Post-Exercise Oxygen Consumption (EPOC): 'Burn Baby Burn!'](http://blog.nasm.org/excess-post-exercise-oxygen-consumption)

[Geoff Lecovin](http://blog.nasm.org/author/geoff-lecovin) |  February 11, 2021

 EPOC is the acronym for Excess Post-exercise Oxygen Consumption. Many refer to it as the "afterburn." To better understand how EPOC works, let's review the basics of energy systems.

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## [Five Ways to SPEED Up Your Metabolism](http://blog.nasm.org/five-ways-to-speed-your-metabolism)

[Geoff Lecovin](http://blog.nasm.org/author/geoff-lecovin) |  February 5, 2021

 Are you feeling sluggish? Are you having difficulty losing weight? Maybe you should SPEED your metabolism. This blog post will show you 5 ways to do exactly that with the acronym SPEED, which stands for Sleep, Psychological Stress, Environment, Exercise, ...

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## [Looking for a Sports Performance Edge? Add a Dose of Anticipation and Excitation.](http://blog.nasm.org/sports-performance/looking-for-a-sports-performance-edge-add-a-dose-of-anticipation-and-excitation)

[Geoff Lecovin](http://blog.nasm.org/author/geoff-lecovin) |  October 17, 2018

 Are you looking for that competitive edge? You might consider ways of stimulating your

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## [AFib: What You Should Know When the Heart Skips a Beat](http://blog.nasm.org/fitness/afib-what-you-should-know-when-heart-skips-a-beat)

[Geoff Lecovin](http://blog.nasm.org/author/geoff-lecovin) |  August 30, 2018

 Moderately elevating a client's heart rate during physical activity is a goal of most exercise programs, but what about when a client has AFib?

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## [Soy 101: Is It Healthy?](http://blog.nasm.org/nutrition/soy-101-is-it-healthy)

[Geoff Lecovin](http://blog.nasm.org/author/geoff-lecovin) |  May 22, 2018

 Ever wonder if soy is healthy? Read on to find out more plus a peek into the foods and products it's in.

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## [Weather Got You Feeling SAD? Here's 4 Mood Boosters.](http://blog.nasm.org/fitness/weather-got-feeling-sad-4-mood-boosters)

[Geoff Lecovin](http://blog.nasm.org/author/geoff-lecovin) |  October 12, 2017

 Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a combination of biological and mood disturbances typically occurring in the autumn and

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## [Going Nutritious With Nuts](http://blog.nasm.org/nutrition/going-nutritious-nuts)

[Geoff Lecovin](http://blog.nasm.org/author/geoff-lecovin) |  August 28, 2017

 Adding nuts to your diet can boost your health!

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## [Endurance Exercise and Your Gut: Strategies to Outrun the Runs and other GI Complaints](http://blog.nasm.org/fitness/endurance-exercise-gut-strategies-outrun-runs-gi-complaints)

[Geoff Lecovin](http://blog.nasm.org/author/geoff-lecovin) |  July 20, 2017

 Adverse gastrointestinal (GI) complaints, such as cramps, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea are common problems faced by up to 90% of endurance athletes. Exercise-related gastrointestinal symptoms are inconvenient, can adversely affect performance and in ...

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## [Which Way to The Beach... Body? Evidence-Based Weight Loss Strategies](http://blog.nasm.org/fitness/way-beach-body-evidence-based-weight-loss-strategies)

[Geoff Lecovin](http://blog.nasm.org/author/geoff-lecovin) |  June 14, 2017

 It's been said that Americans have more food than any other country in the world and more diets to keep them from it. Diet and fitness trends come and go. Currently we are in a low-carb/high-fat craze, yet for many years it was high-carb/low-fat.

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