Accelerate Learning & Increase Cognitive Capacity | Dr. Tommy Wood

Best Moments from Accelerate Learning & Increase Cognitive Capacity | Dr. Tommy Wood

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July 20, 2026
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Dr. Tommy Wood @DrRagnar

Professor of neuroscience at the University of Washington and an expert on brain health, neuroplasticity, and cognitive performance.

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The Norwegian 4x4: Exercise for Brain Longevity

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Neuroplasticity vs. Neurogenesis: Why Your Brain Doesn't Need New Cells

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6:42
Duration: 1:34

Learning by Deletion: The Power of Synaptic Pruning

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8:58
Duration: 1:35

The Science of Synaptic Pruning: Why Less is More

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Duration: 1:08

Three Pillars for Keeping Your Brain Young

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How Processing Speed Training Reduces Dementia Risk

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Duration: 1:09

Processing Speed vs. Reaction Time: The Dementia Link

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Duration: 2:39

The Best Activities to Keep Your Brain Young

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Why Ballroom Dancing is the Ultimate Brain Hack

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Why Adults Lose Cognitive Function

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Embracing the 'Beginner's Shame'

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The Real Definition of Flow State

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Flow vs. Clutch: Why Optimal Performance Isn't Always Easy

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The Rule of Thirds: Managing Expectations in Your Growth Journey

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The Rule of Thirds for Long-Term Progress

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Debunking the 10,000 Hours Rule

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The 90-Minute Limit for Deep Work

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Why Your Brain Distracts Itself

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How to Handle a Creative Sticking Point

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The Hidden Cognitive Cost of Your Phone

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Dietary Principles for Cognitive Health

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The Goldilocks Rule for Brain Volume

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Critical Nutrients for Your Brain

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1:05:27
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Why You Don't Need Supplements Every 24 Hours

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1:09:44
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Stop Guessing: The Importance of Testing Your Nutrient Levels

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1:13:01
Duration: 1:08

The Hidden Synergy Between Omega-3s and B Vitamins

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1:14:33
Duration: 0:42

Moving Beyond '90s Healthcare: The Future of Blood Work

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1:16:50
Duration: 1:29

Biohacking vs. Feeling Good: The Evolution of Nutrition

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1:19:34
Duration: 1:20

The End of Needle Phobia: How GLP-1s Changed Health Culture

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1:24:10
Duration: 1:31

The Peptide Revolution: Why the FDA Can't Stop the Demand

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1:26:45
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A 3-Step Framework for Trying New Supplements

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Why 'How You Feel' Beats Your Blood Test Results

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The Caffeine Paradox: Feeling Better but Performing Worse

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1:35:27
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The Stimulant Trap: Why Feeling Sharp Isn't Being Sharp

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1:35:43
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Don't Train to Failure if You Need to Think

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1:37:11
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The Best Exercise Protocol for Your Hippocampus

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1:43:48
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How HIIT Rewires Your Brain's Hippocampus

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1:45:08
Duration: 1:23

The Myth of 'Bad' Cortisol

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1:49:14
Duration: 2:27

A 20-Minute Resistance Protocol for Brain Plasticity

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1:54:40
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How Different Exercises Shape Your Brain Structure

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1:56:39
Duration: 2:12

The Resistance Training Protocol for Brain Plasticity

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1:54:35
Duration: 1:58

Is Dementia Preventable? The New Science of Brain Decline

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The 45% Rule: Why Half of Dementia Cases Are Preventable

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The 6-Hour Rule for Dementia Risk

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Can the Shingles Vaccine Prevent Alzheimer's?

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The Surprising Link Between Shingles Vaccines and Dementia Risk

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2:13:36
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The Stepwise Decline: Why Avoiding Major Illness Protects Your Brain

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2:16:52
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Immediate Protocol for Mild Concussions

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2:20:15
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Essential Supplement Protocol for Post-Concussion Recovery

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2:22:20
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Does Modern Science Support Creatine Loading?

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