Dr. Andrew Belaveshkin, PhD
Bio
Dr. Andrew Belaveshkin, PhD, endeavors to improve the health and well-being of the people he advises through the rigorous application of science, behavioral change, and evidence-based medicine.
Andrew’s role as a medical advisor at Zing Coach is underpinned by his understanding of the complexities of lifestyle-related diseases. He is committed to providing practical, accessible tools that can help anyone achieve a healthier lifestyle by bridging the gap between traditional healthcare and the endless possibilities of digital technology.
Expertise
Andrew’s academic achievements include receiving his MD and PhD in medical sciences, authoring the books What and When to Eat (2019) and The Will to Live: Self-Learning Manual for Conscious Health (2020), and being published in almost 50 scientific publications.
Outside academia, Andrew is an industry-recognized nutritional expert as well as a TEDx speaker, and he has developed online courses and educational content that offer invaluable resources for healthy nutrition, stress management, and dopamine production.
Andrew’s holistic approach to health promotes the importance of empowering individuals with the knowledge necessary for a healthier, more conscious lifestyle.
Latest Publications
![Fueling Fitness: Zing’s Guide to Shakes and Supplements [Nutrition]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/657ac3d2f5be38eec6b2ff1d/67f53b7e10551baed34297ad_protein-and-supplements.png)
Fuel your fitness with our comprehensive, evidence‑based guide on protein shakes and supplements. Learn how to optimize protein timing, recovery nutrition, and creatine use to boost muscle synthesis and performance.
![Calisthenics: Don’t Wait, Go Bodyweight! [Workout Types]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/657ac3d2f5be38eec6b2ff1d/67d842ff15466bedb0b65494_Man%20doing%20Calisthenics%20with%20Zing%20Coach.jpg)
Dive into Calisthenics and uncover how bodyweight exercises can significantly improve strength, coordination, flexibility, and cardiovascular health—no equipment necessary.
![5 Tips to Hit Your Workout Resolutions in 2025 [New Years Resolutions]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/657ac3d2f5be38eec6b2ff1d/6784f0bb2f3f5412bfc94d0a_new-years-resolution-workouts.webp)
Ready to crush your New Year’s fitness resolutions? Here are 5 effective strategies, supported by research, to help you achieve and maintain your fitness goals!
![7 Ways to Manage Xmas Excess [Festive Fitness]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/657ac3d2f5be38eec6b2ff1d/67581ff56c9f063b866c98e1_christmas%20meal.webp)
Stay fit during the holiday season with these 7 tips to help you balance indulgence with your fitness goals and stay on track this festive season!
Discover the surprising impacts of extreme weight loss methods undertaken before New Year celebrations. Learn why quick fixes can harm your health and why gradual lifestyle changes offer sustainable results.
![15 Immune-Boosting Fall Foods [Healthy Nutrition]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/657ac3d2f5be38eec6b2ff1d/66e81ed1ad909c7be2090725_Fall%20mushroom%20ramen.png)
Incorporate these 15 nutrient-rich foods into your die to bolster your immune system and keep training throughout fall.
![Cardio: Everything You Need to Know [Workout Types]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/657ac3d2f5be38eec6b2ff1d/66e4059f2713c2c6a72577ff_woman%20on%20a%20treadmill.jpg)
Unlock the full potential of your workouts with cardio training. Explore the benefits, understand different types of cardio, and find out how to integrate cardio machines into your workouts.
![Reveal Your Real Fitness with Zing’s Fitness Test [Feature Spotlight]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/657ac3d2f5be38eec6b2ff1d/66cf2c5484a0b9ebaaed5b3c_Zing%20Coach_Fitness%20Test.png)
Assess your fitness anywhere, anytime in just a few minutes with Zing's Fitness Test.
![Fitness Trends That Will Rule the Rest of 2024 [Trending Topics]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/657ac3d2f5be38eec6b2ff1d/66cc59f57754e2b9ec592142_Man%20doing%20Pilates.jpg)
Discover the top fitness trends shaping 2024 and learn how to elevate your workout routine with expert insights and cutting-edge techniques.
![Should You Eat Before or After Working Out? [Nutrition Tips]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/657ac3d2f5be38eec6b2ff1d/66c507d6567c30324b11095e_a%20meal%20beside%20exercise%20equipment.jpg)
Explore expert insights on whether you should eat before or after working out. Learn how to optimize your nutrition for better performance and recovery.
![Should You Do Cardio Before or After Weight Training? [Workout Programming]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/657ac3d2f5be38eec6b2ff1d/66bf0955e16d02159f71bf14_Man%20doing%20cardio%20during%20his%20workout.png)
Workouts need to be programmed carefully to get the most out of your body. This is Zing’s take on whether you should do cardio or weight training first.
![Zing’s Strength Score: A Game-Changer for the Gym [Feature Spotlight]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/657ac3d2f5be38eec6b2ff1d/66bdf8e52236c97dcdbbef44_Strength%20Score.png)
If your goal is to build muscle and increase strength, the newly released Strength Score feature is about to become your best friend in the gym.
![The AI Fitness Transformation Challenge: 3 Months of Working Out with Zing [Fitness Challenge]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/657ac3d2f5be38eec6b2ff1d/66bdea88f0ad687e05841065_The%20AI%20Fitness%20Transformation%20Challenge.jpg)
The first AI Fitness Transformation Challenge concluded recently, after 3 months of consistent effort and expert guidance. Let's check out the results!
![Over the Hump: 8 Ways to Prevent Training Plateaus [Training Tips]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/657ac3d2f5be38eec6b2ff1d/66b9cd39296292b981bd440d_alora-griffiths-WiKEnlt6Z3U-unsplash.jpg)
Zing's fitness guru Walter, gives some insight into different reasons for plateaus and how to overcome them.
![The Pain and the Gain: Understanding DOMS [Muscle Recovery]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/657ac3d2f5be38eec6b2ff1d/66950fc51f44a314fd24a404_man%20stretching%20in%20a%20gym%20studio.png)
Discover how to manage post-workout soreness with expert tips on muscle freshness and recovery from Zing Coach.
