Best Pakulski Podcasts (2026)

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Future Ready: Master These 4 Skills Before It's Too Late 32:04

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The future is getting faster, stranger, and more uncertain and most men are not ready for it. In this solo episode, Ben Pakulski lays out the four master skills every man must build to thrive in 2026 and beyond: Mastering your body, your finances, your communication, and your emotions. Ben breaks down why AI acceleration, financial instability, and…

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The 8 Foundational Exercises You Must Master 24:22

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In this episode, Ben Pakulski explains why exercise isn't about effort, sweat, or chasing heavier weight. It's about creating a stimulus worthy of adaptation. Ben breaks down how biomechanics, tension over time, and precise muscle contraction dictate whether your body grows stronger or breaks down. You'll learn why slowing down accelerates results,…

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These 5 Men Will Change Your Life 22:50

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In this powerful episode, Ben Pakulski opens up about the five men who have shaped his life, leadership, and personal evolution in 2025. From soul-level mentorship to financial mastery, emotional resilience, and world-class personal standards, these role models have each played a pivotal role in Ben's transformation as a father, husband, leader, an…

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Hard Truths Every Man Needs To Hear 34:50

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***The 2026 Muscle Intelligence Coaching Cohort is closing*** If you are ready to take the next step, visit https://www.muscleintelligence.com/apply/ In this powerful solo episode, Ben Pakulski reveals the real reason most men feel stuck, soft, or overwhelmed, and exactly how to rebuild the clarity, capability, and commitment required to thrive. Be…

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Why Modern Men Have Low Testosterone 41:14

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Naturally Maximize Testosterone to Build Muscle, Shred Fat, and Get Your Edge Back - https://go.muscleintelligence.com/max-t/ LAST CHANCE! Join the 2026 Muscle Intelligence Coaching Cohort - https://www.muscleintelligence.com/apply/ Episode Shownotes: Discover the 13 science-backed reasons why your testosterone is crashing and the actionable path t…

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28 Muscle Building Rules Every Man Must Follow 24:27

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Join 200,000 men in their prime, reading our weekly newsletter: http://muscleintelligence.com/newsletter Unlock Your Full Muscle Building Potential With Our Complete Training Guides: https://go.muscleintelligence.com/bodypart/ Hypertrophy Execution Mastery: The most comprehensive MI40 muscle-building program EVER! https://hypertrophymastery.com/ In…

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The 3-Step Method for Choosing A Perfect Exercise 15:49

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Whenever you're ready... here are 3 ways we can help you look, feel and perform at your best: 1. Grab a free copy of 1 of our BRAND NEW Peak Performance Protocols. This is for high performers looking to 10x their training and nutrition results by becoming 10x more effective. Click here - https://go.muscleintelligence.com/high-performance-executive-…

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The Hidden Genetics Keeping You Fat 35:34

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In this powerful episode of the Muscle Intelligence Podcast, Ben Pakulski reveals why fat loss isn't a level playing field. Your ability to lose fat, control cravings, and handle stress is deeply influenced by your genetics and understanding that is the first step toward real transformation. Ben breaks down how adrenaline, stress response, and lear…

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Why 99% of Training Programs Fail After 12 Weeks #397 1:25:26

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How Fitness Coaches Can Stay Relevant in the Age of AI #396 35:48

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Whenever you're ready... here are 3 ways we can help you look, feel and perform at your best: 1. Grab a free copy of 1 of our BRAND NEW Peak Performance Protocols. This is for high performers looking to 10x their training and nutrition results by becoming 10x more effective. Click here - https://go.muscleintelligence.com/high-performance-executive-…

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Ultimate Self-Mastery for High-Performing Men - Paul Attia #395 2:01:31

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Whenever you're ready... here are 3 ways we can help you look, feel and perform at your best: 1. Grab a free copy of 1 of our BRAND NEW Peak Performance Protocols. This is for high performers looking to 10x their training and nutrition results by becoming 10x more effective. Click here - https://go.muscleintelligence.com/high-performance-executive-…

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How to Fix Back Pain and Prevent Injuries with Dr. Stuart McGill #394 1:31:25

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Whenever you're ready... here are 3 ways we can help you look, feel and perform at your best: 1. Grab a free copy of 1 of our BRAND NEW Peak Performance Protocols. This is for high performers looking to 10x their training and nutrition results by becoming 10x more effective. Click here - https://go.muscleintelligence.com/high-performance-executive-…

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The Science Behind Genetically-Optimized Performance Protocols #393 1:00:52

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Whenever you're ready... here are 3 ways we can help you look, feel and perform at your best: 1. Grab a free copy of 1 of our BRAND NEW Peak Performance Protocols. This is for high performers looking to 10x their training and nutrition results by becoming 10x more effective. Click here - https://go.muscleintelligence.com/high-performance-executive-…

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The Hidden Link Between Stress and Muscle Growth (Revealed) #392 1:21:53

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Join 200,000 men in their prime, reading our weekly newsletter: http://muscleintelligence.com/newsletter Unlock Your Full Muscle Building Potential With Our Complete Training Guides: https://go.muscleintelligence.com/bodypart/ Hypertrophy Execution Mastery: The most comprehensive MI40 muscle-building program EVER! https://hypertrophymastery.com/ Ep…

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Why Fat Loss Fails After 40 (And How to Actually Lose 20 Pounds) #391 50:32

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Join 200,000 men in their prime, reading our weekly newsletter: http://muscleintelligence.com/newsletter Unlock Your Full Muscle Building Potential With Our Complete Training Guides: https://go.muscleintelligence.com/bodypart/ Hypertrophy Execution Mastery: The most comprehensive MI40 muscle-building program EVER! https://hypertrophymastery.com/ Be…

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How I Gained 50 Pounds of Muscle in 18 Months #390 45:14

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Episode Shownotes: Ben Pakulski opens the vault on his insane 18-month jump from 242 to 293 lbs of stage-ready muscle. He breaks down exactly how he trained (high-skill execution, targeted volume, real failure), how he ate (predictable "Groundhog Day" nutrition), and how he recovered to handle more work than most think possible. You'll hear the min…

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Why Energy Declines After 40 (and How to Fix It) #389 1:26:36

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In this episode of the Muscle Intelligence Podcast, Ben Pakulski sits down with Dr. Scott Sherr to uncover the hidden drivers of burnout, fatigue, and accelerated aging. Together they explore how trauma, sympathetic overdrive, and mitochondrial dysfunction silently undermine performance and recovery. Dr. Sherr explains why 94% of adults have impair…

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Inside the Mind of a Special Forces Operator - Curt Mitchell #388 1:29:49

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Podcasts are better with visuals! → Watch On YouTube Join 50,000+ men getting weekly strategies to build muscle, boost energy, and extend performance, delivered straight to your inbox. → Join the Newsletter We're here to help you build muscle. Download our FREE body part specializations below. → Free Resources Episode Description In this powerful e…

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Advanced Techniques for Next-Level Muscle Growth #387 32:41

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Podcasts are better with visuals! → Watch On YouTube In this powerful episode of the Muscle Intelligence Podcast, Ben Pakulski reveals why most men over 40 fail to build muscle despite training hard. Drawing on decades as an elite bodybuilder and coach to top athletes and entrepreneurs, Ben breaks down the "3 Ps" of posture, position, and path, the…

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How Eric Janicki Packed On 85 Pounds of Muscle #386 45:53

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Podcasts are better with visuals! → Watch On YouTube Join 50,000+ men getting weekly strategies to build muscle, boost energy, and extend performance, delivered straight to your inbox. → Join the Newsletter We're here to help you build muscle. Download our FREE body part specializations below. → Free Resources Show Notes/Description What happens wh…

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Muscle Growth Myths Destroyed by Top Researcher #385 1:12:05

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Podcasts are better with visuals! → Watch On YouTube Join 50,000+ men getting weekly strategies to build muscle, boost energy, and extend performance, delivered straight to your inbox. → Join the Newsletter We're here to help you build muscle. Download our FREE body part specializations below. → Free Resources Show Notes How do you actually measure…

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Can The Ketogenic Diet Prevent Cancer Cells #384 1:33:28

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Podcasts are better with visuals! → Watch On YouTube Join 50,000+ men getting weekly strategies to build muscle, boost energy, and extend performance, delivered straight to your inbox. → Join the Newsletter We're here to help you build muscle. Download our FREE body part specializations below. → Free Resources Show Notes/Description In this groundb…

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The Final Boss Is in Your Head - Jordan Shallow #383 1:31:29

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Join 50,000+ men getting weekly strategies to build muscle, boost energy, and extend performance, delivered straight to your inbox. → Join the Newsletter Show Notes/Description In this powerful and wide-ranging conversation, Dr. Jordan Shallow returns to the Muscle Intelligence Podcast to unpack the physical, mental, and emotional journey of becomi…

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Big Pharma is Banning This Longevity Breakthrough - Jay Campbell #382 1:38:01

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Join 50,000+ men getting weekly strategies to build muscle, boost energy, and extend performance, delivered straight to your inbox. → Join the Newsletter ***Muscle Intelligence Exclusive*** Save 15% at Biolongevity Labs with code "BPak"! Show Notes/Description In this jam-packed episode of the Muscle Intelligence Podcast, Ben Pakulski sits down wit…

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Genetics-Based Training for Lifelong Athletics #381 35:54

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Join 50,000+ men getting weekly strategies to build muscle, boost energy, and extend performance, delivered straight to your inbox. Join the Newsletter Episode Description In this powerful solocast, Ben Pakulski reveals his personal mission to become an elite athlete at 80, and the exact strategies he's using to get there. This isn't about trends o…

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8 Life Domains Every Man Should Track in 2025 #380 16:05

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If you're a man over 35 who wants to optimize strength, energy, and longevity, start here: Join 50,000+ men getting weekly strategies to build muscle, boost energy, and extend performance, delivered straight to your inbox. → Join the Newsletter About the Episode In this Solocast episode, Ben Pakulski pulls back the curtain on the exact reflection p…

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The Bodybuilding Diet That Rewires Your Brain #379 46:43

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In this solo episode, Ben Pakulski unpacks the science, psychology, and strategy behind the bodybuilding diet, and why it's one of the most powerful tools for transforming your physique, performance, and mindset. This isn't just about aesthetics. It's about rewiring your brain, regaining impulse control, and mastering your relationship with food. B…

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The 4 Resiliencies Every High-Performing Man Must Master #378 30:21

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More Muscle Intelligence? Join the Newsletter Personalized Optimization - DNAPerform.com In this powerful solocast, Ben Pakulski shares the four essential pillars every high-performing man must master to unlock the limitless version of himself: Physical Capability, Mental Discipline, Stress Resilience, and Energy Optimization. Drawing from 25+ year…

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The New Operating System for Peak Performance #377 31:30

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Ben Pakulski returns with the next evolution of the Muscle Intelligence Podcast. In this episode, Ben introduces the Four Resiliency Model, a transformative framework developed through years of working with elite performers and ultra-high net worth clients. This isn't about chasing goals, it's about building a Lifestyle Operating System that makes …

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Demystifying Cholesterol and Cardiometabolic Health #376 1:15:04

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The conversation around cholesterol has been clouded with misconceptions for years… Recently, however, a clearer narrative has emerged, shedding light on the importance of understanding cholesterol beyond the simplistic labels of "good" and "bad." In fact, cholesterol is absolutely vital for our body's functions. This often-victimized molecule play…

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Why Brain Health is Important for Hormone Optimization with Dr. Mark Gordon #375 1:21:26

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A number of men experience, at some point in their lives, the downstream effects of mild brain trauma (often unbeknownst to them). And despite the word "mild" evoking an image of a condition easily treated and managed, the effects are too often detrimental… But there's also the potential for brain inflammation due to poor lifestyle choices - and co…

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Mastering Performance, Nutrition, and Recovery with Gary Roberts #374 1:08:32

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If you're a fan of professional hockey, you're likely familiar with the legendary Gary Roberts. With a career spanning over 20 years, including a Stanley Cup win, Gary's journey is nothing short of remarkable. After sustaining a severe injury and retiring, Roberts came back to play for 11 seasons - not only at a high level, but at maybe THE highest…

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Nitric Oxide Benefits for Sexual Function, Cardiovascular Health & More with Dr. Nathan Bryan #373 1:15:38

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Maybe you've learned a thing or two about nitric oxide over the years - particularly within the contexts of erectile function, or athletic performance… This gas plays a pivotal role in our overall well-being, and is produced in ALL of our cells to facilitate the dilation of blood vessels. The dilation of these vessels is fundamental to the proper f…

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Build Muscle, Live Long: The 2024 Longevity Protocol #372 37:12

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A major focus for myself and the Muscle Intelligence team in 2024 is the fascinating realm of longevity - and how it intersects with muscle building. Longevity is a topic that has garnered tremendous interest in the ever-evolving landscape of health and wellness… And admittedly, I was once a skeptic, questioning the vagueness and lack of substantia…

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Why Modern Men are Losing Their Testosterone with Dr. Jim Meehan #371 1:05:27

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I am thrilled to share with you an insightful and inspiring conversation I recently had with Dr. Jim Meehan, a distinguished physician with a focus on male optimization... Over the course of his impressive 30-year career, Dr. Meehan has mastered the art of testosterone optimization, offering invaluable insights into becoming a better man. Dr. M…

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Best of 2023: High Performance and Longevity #370 1:17:43

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I've recapped some of our top episodes from 2023 on high performance and longevity… You'll hear from Dr. Rob Kominiarek on the BIG levers for nutrition, training, and hormone optimization to support your vitality as you age; Adam Bornstein on what it takes to be TRULY successful in any space… And high performance coach and mindset expert Dr. Alex A…

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How Testosterone Works and Hypogonadism in Males with Dr. Scott Howell #369 1:27:25

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This conversation is not your average discussion about testosterone; it's a journey into the physiological pathways, the intricacies of testosterone replacement therapy, and the crucial question of who should and shouldn't explore this avenue. Scott Howell, Ph.D., is the research director and primary investigator of Tier 1 Center for Clinical Resea…

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Personal Development is a Lifelong Process with Brian Johnson of Heroic #368 1:15:35

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I'm thrilled to share something special with you—a live interview that took place in Toronto, with the incredible Brian Johnson; he's a good friend, and someone whom I consider one of my mentors. Brian Johnson is the Founder & CEO of Heroic Public Benefit Corporation. He's 50% Philosopher + 50% CEO and 101% committed to helping create a world in wh…

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Calling All Men: Conversation with Michael Skye of VisionForce #367 53:57

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I was recently invited to speak at a summit that seeks to unite tens of thousands of men from around the world, to confront the many crises we face.. ...and it's one of the most personal interviews I've ever done. To reach more men, I asked Calling All Men Summit host Michael Skye if I could share this interview with the Muscle Intelligence Communi…

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How Red Light Therapy Works for Brain Health as You Age with Dr. Lew Lim #366 1:22:09

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Today's interview is not just a conversation; it's a deep dive into the transformative world of red light therapy, and a chance to explore the profound impact of red light therapy on brain health and performance. From the release of nitric oxide, to the regeneration of neural tissue, you'll be guided through red light therapy's transformative effec…

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Six-Pillar Series: Environment Optimization #365 53:43

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Your environment has a huge impact on not only how you learn, your mindset, and your motivation to move toward challenge… But also on the health of your brain itself - and your capacity to heal both your physiology, and your psychology. Today's compilation of interviews (and one solocast) is an exploration into the incredible role that your environ…

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The Benefits of Cold and Heat Therapy for Performance with Dr. Susanna Søberg 54:17

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Cold exposure and heat therapy are gaining a lot of popularity in the high performance space… And with good reason - these modalities can have a huge positive impact on recovery, stress management, and ultimately, optimal health. In fact, I've found for myself and my high-achieving clientele, that they can be nothing short of life changing. And so,…

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Does PEMF Therapy Really Work? With Dr. William Pawluk #363 1:05:29

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Dr. William Pawluk is THE foremost authority on the use of Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy (PEMF) in North America. Dr. Pawluk is a family physician with a practice near Baltimore, Maryland, and has had training in acupuncture, homeopathy, hypnosis, and bodywork. His goal is to emphasize that there is very good science to support the use of PE…

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Hormone Replacement Therapy as the Path to Longevity with Dr. Thierry Hertoghe #362 1:15:18

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Thierry Hertoghe, MD is an internationally recognized authority on correcting hormonal deficiencies, extending lifespan, and reducing or - potentially - reversing aging. Dr. Hertoghe currently serves as President of the International Hormone Society, and represents the fourth consecutive generation of physicians who have worked in the field of horm…

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Six-Pillar Series: Training and Movement Optimization #361 1:01:37

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How well you move is a MAJOR marker of longevity. This incorporates everything from your grip strength, to how adept you are at moving on and off of the ground without your hands. Training itself, but also movement in your daily life, should be purposeful. Today, you'll hear from Dr. Stuart McGill on how to keep the spine healthy as you age, Greg R…

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Testosterone Therapy for Men: Natural and Therapeutic Routes with Dr. Rob Kominiarek #360 1:12:33

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***Podcast correction: Dr. Kominiarek uses a product from Pure Encapsulations called Boron 60's - it is dosed as 2 mg twice daily. Dr. Rob Kominiarek is a board certified Fellow of the American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians. He has 27 years of clinical expertise in Hormone Optimization and Longevity. Dr. Kominiarek's passion is directed …

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Decoding the Gut Microbiome for Weight Loss and Longevity with Joel Greene #359 1:29:07

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Joel Greene is the founder of the VEEP Nutrition System. Launched in 2009, VEEP is the world's first nutrition program based on the gut biome. Joel has consulted with billion dollar nutrition companies like Quest Nutrition on complex problems like engineering food to extend lifespan. He is the author of The Immunity Code - a new approach to immune-…

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Habits that Will Make You Successful in Fitness and Business with Adam Bornstein #358 1:09:38

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Adam Bornstein is a New York Times best-selling author and award-winning fitness and nutrition journalist and editor. His most recent book is called You Can't Screw This Up. Named "one of the most influential people in health," Adam is the CEO and founder of Born Fitness. He was previously the editorial director for Livestrong.com and the fitness e…

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Six-Pillar Series: Nutrition Optimization #357 1:05:55

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Nutrition for blood glucose management, endothelial function, and healthy cholesterol levels is more important than ever before. Research in the field of nutrition psychiatry also now reveals the link between our mental and metabolic health. Plus, nutrition remains one of your biggest levers for building and maintaining muscle - and it's now widely…

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Recast: To Build Muscle, Start with Posture: Part 1 with Annette Verpillot #356 31:49

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Annette Verpillot is a globally-recognized posturologist. Annette created the Posturepro Method, which has gained worldwide recognition for eliminating chronic pain, increasing strength, and improving sports proficiency. She actively works with professional athletes, trainers, practitioners, and researchers to develop solutions to tackle human mobi…