The Answers We Need | Brian MacKenzie

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Issue #24

“We are more interested in measuring the footprint than actually seeing the dinosaur.” 

– Anonymous 

I got this quote from a friend about a series of research papers and articles we’ve gone through recently. However, it applies to more than science, medicine, or whatever industry you participate in. It applies to life in so many aspects, the conveniences and the answers we think we need or have become accustomed to. 

So instead of a rambling of thoughts this week, I thought I’d leave this with you to think about until next time. 

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Brian Mackenzie is an innovator in human performance on stress adaptation and a pioneer in the development and application of custom protocols to optimize human health and performance. His clients and work have included: Ari Emanuel, William Morris Endeavor, Sheppard Mullin, Deloitte, Google, Tim Ferriss, U.S. Military (Navy, Army, Marines), Canadian Military (CANSOF), San Quentin State Prison, The UFC Performance Institute, Altis, Jon “Bones” Jones, Laird Hamilton, Tia Clair Toomey (3X CrossFit Games Champion), Rich Froning Jr. (4X CrossFit Games Champion) and many others.

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