# Foundational Protocols

- [VO2max Optimization Protocol](/foundational-protocols/vo2max-optimization-protocol.md): A protocol to optimize cardiorespiratory fitness (as measured by VO2max).
- [Dietary Optimization Meta-Protocol](/foundational-protocols/dietary-optimization-meta-protocol.md): This is the master document for dietary optimization. Click through the summary points to dive into the decision-tree for picking the right diet and caloric energy balance for you.
- [Diet Selection Sub-Protocol](/foundational-protocols/dietary-optimization-meta-protocol/diet-selection-sub-protocol.md): This sub-protocol is to assist you in selecting an optimal dietary approach relative to the three key variables in the "meta-protocol" above.
- [Dietary options for Scenario 1](/foundational-protocols/dietary-optimization-meta-protocol/diet-selection-sub-protocol/dietary-options-for-scenario-1.md): This page summarizes the dietary options for Box 1 from the Diet Selection Sub-Protocol.
- [Dietary options for Scenario 2](/foundational-protocols/dietary-optimization-meta-protocol/diet-selection-sub-protocol/dietary-options-for-scenario-2.md): This page summarizes the dietary options for Box 2 from the Diet Selection Sub-Protocol.
- [Dietary options for Scenario 3](/foundational-protocols/dietary-optimization-meta-protocol/diet-selection-sub-protocol/dietary-options-for-scenario-3.md): This page summarizes the dietary options for Box 3 from the Diet Selection Sub-Protocol.
- [Dietary options for Scenario 4](/foundational-protocols/dietary-optimization-meta-protocol/diet-selection-sub-protocol/dietary-options-for-scenario-4.md): This page summarizes the dietary options for Box 4 from the Diet Selection Sub-Protocol.
- [Dietary options for Scenario 5](/foundational-protocols/dietary-optimization-meta-protocol/diet-selection-sub-protocol/dietary-options-for-scenario-5.md): This page summarizes the dietary options for Box 5 from the Diet Selection Sub-Protocol.
- [Dietary options for Scenario 6](/foundational-protocols/dietary-optimization-meta-protocol/diet-selection-sub-protocol/dietary-options-for-scenario-6.md): This page summarizes the dietary options for Box 6 from the Diet Selection Sub-Protocol.
- [Dietary options for Scenario 7](/foundational-protocols/dietary-optimization-meta-protocol/diet-selection-sub-protocol/dietary-options-for-scenario-7.md): This page summarizes the dietary options for Box 1 from the Diet Selection Sub-Protocol.
- [Dietary options for Scenario 8](/foundational-protocols/dietary-optimization-meta-protocol/diet-selection-sub-protocol/dietary-options-for-scenario-8.md): This page summarizes the dietary options for Box 1 from the Diet Selection Sub-Protocol.
- [Summary of dietary protocol effectiveness](/foundational-protocols/dietary-optimization-meta-protocol/diet-selection-sub-protocol/summary-of-dietary-protocol-effectiveness.md): This page summarizes the beneficial effects of different dietary protocols.
- [Protein quality for vegans](/foundational-protocols/dietary-optimization-meta-protocol/diet-selection-sub-protocol/protein-quality-for-vegans.md): Challenges and concerns for people who get their protein from plant-based sources.
- [Supplementation and micronutrient protocol](/foundational-protocols/supplementation-and-micronutrient-protocol.md): This page covers high-yield, evidence-based supplementation protocols.
- [Heat Exposure Protocol](/foundational-protocols/heat-exposure-protocol.md): Last updated: May 13, 2024.
- [Sleep & Circadian Health Optimization Protocol](/foundational-protocols/sleep-and-circadian-health-optimization-protocol.md): Sleep and circadian health protocol.
- [Protocols in development](/foundational-protocols/protocols-in-development.md): What are we currently working on?
- [Natural Testosterone Optimization Protocol](/foundational-protocols/protocols-in-development/natural-testosterone-optimization-protocol.md): Our natural, non-pharmaceutical testosterone optimization protocol.