In Episode 104, we speak with Brandon Marcello about the broad topic of wearable technology. Every few months, new wearable consumer products enter the market with lots of hype and promises around changing your life and improving your fitness. But are companies over-promising and under-delivering on their wearable technology? What are some of the more reliable and valid products? Can wearable technology make a difference in the quality of your workout and the overall user experience? Are wearables a good substitute for standard medical testing? These questions and many more are discussed with Brandon in this episode.

Brandon Marcello is a recognized author, researcher, and international presenter, he routinely speaks around the world on a number of topics pertaining to elite-level performance. His work appears regularly in numerous journals, textbooks, and periodicals. He also has served as a consultant to U.S. military, many Division-I programs, International Sports Federations, as well and Adidas, Under Armor and Nike. Marcello holds a PhD in sports nutrition from Baylor University, and a MS and BS in Exercise Science from Marshall University. A Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) and Tactical Strength and Conditioning Facilitator (TSAC-F) by the National Strength and Conditioning Association, Marcello is also recognized as an RSCC*E by the same organization. He holds two certifications from the National Academy of Sports Medicine as a Performance Enhancement Specialist (PES) and Corrective Exercise Specialist (CES). Additionally he also maintains two certifications through U.S.A. Weightlifting.


You can find out more information Brandon Marcello via the following links:

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Don Saladino:
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YouTube - http://www.youtube.com/donsaladino

Derek M. Hansen:
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