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The Muscle Intelligence Podcast empowers men with the skills, habits, beliefs and processes to lead from the front. After spending more than 25 years in the health and fitness industry, Ben has done the research, coached, worked with or spoken to the best in class, and distilled it down into actionable items for you to take away and implement. If you’re an executive, entrepreneur or high-performer who wants to work smarter, not lose his edge as he ages, or just get the advice of someone who ...
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The medical landscape of testosterone replacement therapy is shrouded in mixed opinions and, much more seriously, in misconceptions… That’s why I sought out the man who is widely known and internationally respected as the “Father of Testosterone Therapy,” Dr. Abraham Morgentaler. Dr. Abraham Morgentaler is a board-certified urologist, renowned medi…
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One of the biggest mistakes I see my incoming clients make is doing the same type of training day in, day out and thinking they’re going to get a different result… And maybe it worked for you once, but does that mean it’s going to work forever? No. Here's the reality: you have to learn how to vary the stimulus to your body. Your body needs to be su…
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In this Six-Pillar Series: Environment Optimization episode, I selected some of my favorite conversations about curating your environment and lifestyle to reduce stress, maintain (and improve) cellular health, and cultivate sovereignty in your decision making processes. This episode features Dr. David Perlmutter, Dr. Kyle Gillett, Dr. David Sinclai…
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Our modern day tap water is contaminated with everything from pesticides to pharmaceuticals. EVERY health optimization plan should include clean, pure drinking water. However, navigating choices for effective filtration systems can be a challenge - that’s why I went straight to the source… Today I’ve brought international water expert, Robert Slova…
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The high performers I work with aim to not only optimize their lives around training, nutrition, and business, but also around their relationships. Our personal relationships play a huge role in quality of life, output, and ultimately, success. Today's interview with human behavior and relationship expert Alison Armstrong dives deep into how our bi…
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In this day and age, the majority of us have either experienced first-hand a mental health issue such as depression or anxiety, or known someone who has. While mental health is a less popular topic in the health and fitness world than training or nutrition might be, it has just as much value… Today’s guest on the Muscle Intelligence Podcast, Dr. Ch…
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While a 5-10 minute breath practice may be something that you’re already implementing into your daily life, there’s a decent chance you’re not paying as much attention as you SHOULD be to your reflexive breathing for the remaining 23+ hours of the day… The efficiency with which you breathe regularly and habitually is a huge determinant in your stre…
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I know that every high achiever out there aims to be the best version of themselves on a daily basis… And assuming you get about eight hours of sleep, that leaves 16 hours of the day to optimize your life, and move toward your current goals. Life is won and lost in our microdecisions, but these decisions are often driven by our human subconscious… …
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It’s no secret that I find training and the science of muscle building absolutely fascinating. From mobility, to progressive overload, to recovery and the optimization of the nervous system… I’ve picked a handful of my favorite Muscle Intelligence Podcast episodes that take a deep dive into training - both the nuanced science behind it AND the imme…
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In an industry where coaches and self-titled experts eject facts, recycle protocols, and base their competency on questionable sources… I was incredibly fortunate to connect with someone whose expertise is paralleled by few: Performance Consultant, Eoin Lacey. He’s best known for creating the largest chain of Personal Training and Nutrition Centers…
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While you might be training hard in the gym for 60 to 90 minutes a day, getting your cardio in, and doing regular mobility work… Chances are, you’re missing a MAJOR opportunity to improve your health. Because what most people don’t consider is what to do with the remaining 23 hours of your day. The truth is that most people’s homes, offices, and co…
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Every day that you're alive, the walls are closing in around you. Your ability to do the things you used to do starts to fall away, and if you're not intentional about it, you will wake up one day looking and feeling in a way that makes you wonder how you got there. Living a powerful life grounded in health and energy is well within your grasp. But…
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Thank you to today's sponsor, PaleoValley! Save 15% on your first order when you use code MUSCLE. When it comes to the high-performers I work with, we optimize for quite a few factors… Nutrition, training, lifestyle, mindset. But there’s a small percentage of people whose results are just okay - They’ve adhered to the plan, but something needs more…
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Whether you succeed or fail depends almost entirely on whether your goals align with your values. This applies to your body, your business, your family - you name it. Most people will fall short to goals based on identity and beliefs… If you find yourself making excuses around anything in life - especially if it’s something that’s constantly coming…
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This isn’t the typical “cut calories” or “track your macros” kind of advice. We pulled the most impactful clips from a few of my favorite conversations with specialists Sam Miller, Dr. Dominic D'Agostino, Matt Gallant, and Dan Garner. You'll learn: How to Eat to Decrease Inflammation and Fuel Performance Which Nutrition Levers Can be MORE Powerful …
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If you want to make sure you don’t wake up in one, five, or 10 years from now looking and feeling in a way you never wanted to… then building resilience is crucial. After age 35, there's no such thing as "status quo." Your ability to perform, your physical capability, and psychological flexibility... all recede. And eventually quality of life dimin…
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We know that the most effective way to transform your body is through muscle building… especially if you value longevity. I’m sure I don’t have to tell you how important nutrition is in that process… But what I will tell you today is how YOU should eat to build muscle and balance muscle building and longevity… In today's episode, I talk about how m…
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90% of the men I speak to are frustrated and confused, and struggling with their nutrition. Luckily, these struggles are often not hard to fix if you’re willing to make the necessary adjustments.. which is critical to your health. You’ll discover what’s holding you back and how to overcome these issues. I dive into the foundational principles of nu…
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Most men my age had similar upbringings: "Suck it up. Be tough. Anger is bad. Aggression? Even worse." As we grew up, we were encouraged to stifle that which makes us men and as a result, many have opted for convenience and comfort over challenge and growth. That's why I'm excited to share today's amazing conversation with Ray “Cash” Care, which wi…
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At some point most men start to make excuses, stop placing demands on themselves, and lower their standards. Before they know it, they're in a downward spiral, and it feels like there's no way out. But here's the thing: it doesn't have to be this way. You can raise your standards, demand more of yourself, and start making better decisions. Today I …
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When it comes to performance, health, fitness and movement optimization, the key is to find the first domino. The one that, when it falls, it brings all the other ones down with it. The same goes for your health. And similar to the single domino - it’s not always the BIG obvious thing. In fact, it’s usually the small, seemingly insignificant one th…
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Have you ever paid attention to how many guys train at the gym everyday, but look the same as they did when they started? I’m sure you know who I’m talking about. It’s not that they don’t put in the time or effort, but that they don’t put the time and effort into the RIGHT things. Because it’s actually pretty simple - what separates the goods from …
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Ever had one of those moments when you were so focused on a business project or in the middle of a great workout and time seems to disappear? You’re completely absorbed by what you’re doing and your performance, both mental and physical, shoots through the roof? That’s what we know as the flow state – the optimal state of consciousness. What most p…
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In today’s episode, you’ll learn how to master your mindset from top level experts in the industry. Mindset is one of the 6 Pillars of Human Optimization - but this episode isn't your typical self-help advice. It’s a few of my favorite conversations with people who are well researched and heavily respected in their fields: Dr. John Demartini, Jonat…
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When it comes to nutrition there's a lot of room for improvement for most men. Not only to build the lean, healthy, and muscular body you desire… But also to maximize focus and energy, decrease inflammation, improve digestion, increase brain function, etc. That's why today I'll show you the 6 lenses through which you should make decisions around nu…
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Most men I talk to are obsessed with high-impact output. They always want the best results possible for their body, business, and family. They want to do the right things (effectiveness), do those in the right way (efficiency), and do it with intensity (the multiplier of the output). And if you value these things… you MUST check out this interview …
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Most men who come to me for guidance don't have huge bodybuilding goals. They’re usually successful, well established men seeking new levels of potential and performance; wanting more fulfillment and purpose out of life. Building an impenetrable body, even if it's not to compete on stage, allows you to live your greatest life. Not just for yourself…
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If you ever find yourself running out of energy by the end of the day, unable to quiet your racing mind, having a hard time getting and staying focused before a meeting or workout… I recorded this quick episode to teach you the Three Primary Intervention Techniques to regulate the nervous system. This is one of the most important tools I teach my c…
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I recently simplified our training framework into just three, easy-to-follow steps. If you’re looking to upgrade your programming or execution, you’ll want to take notes. I share the limitations, symptoms and how you can succeed in each phase to become more effective. In this episode, you’ll learn: The #1 Thing you MUST Eliminate for Optimal Health…
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Building a lean, healthy and muscular body isn't hard. Nor is becoming a better man, husband, dad and leader. What’s hard for most men is committing to things for a long period of time. Relationships, workout programs, diets, jobs, businesses… We're surrounded by shiny objects and our culture has made it easy and acceptable to change directions all…
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Want a chance to take a LIVE class with me? Apply for a ticket to the FREE Muscle Intelligence Training on February 4th, to 10x upgrade your nutrition plan effectiveness, at muscleintelligence.com/tickets - seats are limited, so act now! [**See more information at the bottom of the show notes] As high-achievers, we know that nutrition, like pursuin…
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Want a chance to take a LIVE class with me? Get tickets to FREE Muscle Intelligence Trainings on January 26th and February 4th, to 10x upgrade your effectiveness in the gym, and with your nutrition at muscleintelligence.com/tickets - seats are limited, so act now! Save 10% on ALL BiOptimizers products at bioptimizers.com/muscle10 Today's episode is…
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Want a chance to take a LIVE class with me? Get tickets to FREE Muscle Intelligence Trainings on January 26th and February 4th, to 10x upgrade your effectiveness in the gym, and with your nutrition at muscleintelligence.com/tickets - seats are limited, so act now! Save 10% on ALL BiOptimizers products at bioptimizers.com/muscle10 In today's episode…
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Want a chance to take a LIVE class with me? Get tickets to FREE Muscle Intelligence Trainings on January 26th and February 4th, to 10x upgrade your effectiveness in the gym, and with your nutrition at muscleintelligence.com/tickets - seats are limited, so act now! On today's episode, I discuss the key to improving all aspects of life... EFFECTIVENE…
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Muscle Intelligence has opened the doors temporarily for new members ready to start in January 2023. We train Champions. If you’re interested, click here to see if you qualify. The single most effective tip for making every exercise more effective and maximizing progress is… Become able to see and understand the overlap of the direction of applied …
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Muscle Intelligence has opened the doors temporarily for new members ready to start in January 2023. We train Champions. If you’re interested, click here to see if you qualify. 99 times out of 100, the real reason you stop during your training is not because the muscle you’re training fails. This means there’s a lot of room to improve the DEPTH (in…
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Muscle Intelligence has opened the doors temporarily for new members ready to start in January 2023. We train Champions. If you’re interested, click here to see if you quality. Anyone who adheres to a training plan knows that, no matter how perfectly you stick to and execute your reps, cardio, and recovery, there are always a few unplanned ups and …
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Muscle Intelligence has opened the doors temporarily for new members ready to start in January 2023. We train Champions. If you’re interested, click here to see if you quality. Developing a true champions’ mindset is a two-fold process. The first shift requires a dedicated practice of awareness, intentionality, and purpose. However, mindset also in…
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Muscle Intelligence has opened the doors temporarily for new members ready to start in January 2023. We train Champions. If you’re interested, click here to see if you quality. After my clients have mastered the foundational pillars of health and body composition optimization - training, nutrition, and lifestyle - their next question is often, “Wha…
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Muscle Intelligence has opened the doors temporarily for new members ready to start in January 2023. We train Champions. If you’re interested, click here to see if you quality. It seems to be now widely acknowledged by medical doctors and wellness practitioners that stress either contributes to, or is a major traceable root cause, of various ailmen…
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Muscle Intelligence has opened the doors temporarily for new members ready to start in January 2023. We train Champions. If you’re interested, click here to see if you quality. Today's podcast is centered around the pillar that I believe holds the key to unlocking new levels of health and performance: the breath. Breathing is a simple, foundational…
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Muscle Intelligence has opened the doors temporarily for new members ready to start in January 2023. We train Champions. If you’re interested, click here to see if you quality. Fasting has gained massive amounts of attention in the last several years. With most of the fasting information being both generalized and confusing, I’ve compiled the most …
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Muscle Intelligence has opened the doors temporarily for new members ready to start in January 2023. We train Champions. If you’re interested, click here to see if you quality. Those who have high standards for lifestyle optimization are fully aware that it’s not JUST about what you do in the gym or the food you fuel your body with… Cognitive perfo…
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I get a lot of client and community questions about programming, and whether training for strength and hypertrophy are synonymous. The short answer is - they’re not… While strength and hypertrophy training have plenty of overlap, the primary goals and signaling of each respective programming model differ. Today’s episode gives you an insight into t…
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If you were to rate yourself in the five most important areas of your life, how many would be 5/5? Many people believe it’s “hard” or unrealistic to perform at their best consistently but the truth is that you don’t have the framework YET. The first step is to change your relationship with the word “hard.” The second step is to set high standards f…
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Today’s episode takes a deep dive into the best upper body training techniques - to help you break through the barriers that slow muscle growth and leave you prone to injury. You’ll get my proven tools for foundational strength, as well as my specific protocol for hypertrophy. This episode is a must-listen for anyone who wants to maximize muscle gr…
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When approaching a body transformation, one of the most common mistakes people make is trying to skip ahead to the more nuanced layers of training, nutrition, and lifestyle. These are the fine-tuning elements that, without mastering a few simple things first, are almost completely irrelevant. Today’s episode outlines the top three essential levers …
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I’m asked questions regularly from our coaching community about being more effective and efficient with time, training, work - you name it. I define “effective” as performing as close to your peak as possible on a daily basis, and being truly intentional about the way you choose to live your life in each moment. And what I’ve found is that being a …
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Today’s interview is with Dr. Doreen Saltiel, an outstanding resource in the process and nuance of optimizing testosterone levels. This episode is the ultimate guide on how to balance testosterone with lifestyle protocols, peptide options, and/or hormone replacement therapy. By the end of this interview, you’ll know what your options are for treatm…
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Today's podcast is the fourth in our Six-Pillar Series, and takes a deep-dive into the pillar of life optimization that is often overlooked, but which also holds the KEY to true transformation: our environment. I intentionally selected a handful of episodes from the past year that offer straightforward, actionable advice, as well as deeply reflecti…
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