4. The Truth About “Normal” Lab Ranges
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Ever been told that your labs are normal, but your energy, sleep, mood, recovery, and even your golf game tell a different story? In this episode, I explain why “in-range” doesn’t always mean optimal, and why your body is trying to tell you something important.
Labs are one piece of the story, but your personal history is the real signal. Just like tracking swing speed over time, your hormone levels are meaningful only when compared to your own baseline, not a broad population. I’ll show you why looking at trends and patterns matters more than a single snapshot.
Tune in this week to start listening to your body differently. Normal is not the same as healthy, and common is not the same as optimal. By understanding your personal range, you can make better choices for your health, performance, and confidence on and off the course.
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What You’ll Learn from this Episode about "Normal Labs":
Why “normal” lab results may not reflect how you actually feel.
How comparing yourself to yourself is more meaningful than comparing to population ranges.
Why changes in energy, recovery, libido, and mood matter even if labs are in-range.
How reference ranges are created and why they can mislead you.
The importance of tracking trends over time rather than snapshots.
How to interpret your labs in the context of your golf performance and life.
Why listening to your body’s signals can help you optimize health and performance.
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Disclaimer: I'm a doctor, but I'm not YOUR doctor. This is for education purposes only. Nothing in this episode should be construed as personal medical advice. Use it to have a smarter conversation with your own doctor.
