Boundless Life

In this Premium episode, you get to sit in and hear Ben Greenfield analyze the diet of a professional athlete he works with. If you like what you hear, you can also have Ben analyze your diet and do a consult with you over at http://pacificfit.net/items/one-on-one-consultation/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You spend countless hours training, working out, and buffeting your body... ...and thousands of dollars on gym equipment, training equipment, health supplements, healthy food, and if you're a triathlete marathoner, cyclist, adventure racer, obstacle racer or anything like that, travel and race entry fees too... ...but if you're overlooking your hormone health, you're often either taking two steps forward and one step back, or stagnating in your performance and fitness, or worse yet, backsliding in your results! Go take a look at the results from your last workout or event. What was the time gap between you and the top of your category, beating your last workout, or making the progress you wanted? 5%? 10%? Here's the important thing you need to know - your hormones could be holding you back. And an optimal level of cortisol, DHEA, testosterone, progesterone, estrogen and melatonin could easily be the difference that changes your body, your sleep, your libido, your energy and your training and racing season. It's time to learn how to make a difference, and to discover the 8 signs that your cortisol and adrenals may be broken. So in today's podcast, I am joined today by two of the founders of the functional medicine practice Nourish Balance Thrive. Christopher Kelly is a Pro mountain biker, certified Functional Diagnostic Nutrition practitioner and a recent graduate of the Kalish Institute. Along with Christopher, I interview Dr. Jamie Busch, also a Pro mountain biker. Jamie is board certified in Family Medicine and by the American Board of Integrative Holistic Medicine. During this episode, you'll learn about how to recognize adrenal stress, how to test adrenal stress, and what you can do about it. Christopher has also given you seven simple signs below that can help you decide if it’s time to get to know your adrenals a little more intimately. ------------------------------- 7 Signs Your Cortisol And Adrenals Are Broken. 1. Reduced interest in all things sexy. Been a long time since you woke up, um, excited? Finding yourself coming up with lots of reasons you really need to just ‘get some sleep?’ Yeah, it’s not fun, and it’s not normal, even for athletes. Sex hormones pay the price of increased adrenal hormone output, which is directly affected by proper digestion, nutrient deficiencies, food sensitivities, sleep patterns, amount of training, pretty much everything. Testing your adrenals along with your sex hormones tells you exactly what you need to do to get yourself back on track. 2. Uneven energy throughout the day. You drag yourself out of bed but really you’d rather hit the snooze button. A coffee outage is a major crisis. The rest of the morning is not too bad, but fatigue sets in soon after lunch. What a wonderful time to take a nap! You don’t get as excited about working out as you used to, but feel much better after a really long warm up. These are all signs of cortisol dysregulation. Cortisol follows a diurnal rhythm, highest first thing an hour or so before sunrise, reaching a nadir a couple of hours after bed, but that doesn’t mean that first thing should be your most energetic time of the day, instead you should perceive a consistent level of energy throughout. 3. Sudden onset sugar and carb cravings. You’ve just had lunch and yet you’re still hankering for another handful of nuts or maybe one of those gluten-free Paleo bars. You have a standing date with the office snack pantry and coffee machine at 3PM. Cortisol affects carbohydrate and fatty acid metabolism, and low cortisol nearly always means low energy. Eating for symptom relief always leads to weight gain, especially in the presence of other hormonal imbalances. 4. Disrupted sleep. On rest days you sleep like a baby, but every other day is pretty hit or miss. Race day? Forget it, no rest for the wicked. Wired and tired. All. Night. Long. The half life of cortisol is hours, and high cortisol means high energy and low melatonin, the sleep hormone. In addition, training might not be your only source of stress. High nighttime cortisol can also be associated with an infection, or GI pathogen like H. pylori or Blastocystis hominis. 5. Slow or little muscle gain despite strength training. You’re losing interest in strength training because you’re just not seeing the gains. If you really go for it the delayed onset soreness affects your other training for days. DHEA and testosterone are essential for long term muscle building projects, and over producing cortisol will always lead to low levels of both because they are produced from the same precursors. It makes perfect sense to favor the stress response over building new lean muscle. Your body doesn’t need new muscle if you might not even survive the day. 6. Injuries. A lot of them. Most of them ending in ‘itis.’ You’ve started collecting more insurance bills than race medals every season. You keep getting injured, and you don’t even know how. Cortisol is hormone designed to liquidate your asset

https://bengreenfieldfitness.com/281 May 7, 2014 Podcast: Are weeds healthy to eat, Resistance Bands vs. Free Weights, MCT Oil Allergies, Low T4 and Low T3 with Normal TSH, Natural Remedies for Night Sweats. Have a podcast question for Ben? Click the tab on the right, use the Contact button on the app, call 1-877-209-9439, Skype “pacificfit” or use the “Ask Ben” form...but be prepared to wait - we prioritize audio questions over text questions. ----------------------------------------------------- News Flashes: You can get these News Flashes hot off the presses if you follow Ben on Twitter.com/BenGreenfield, Facebook.com/BGFitness and Google+. Ben talks about his coffee enema. If you are a member of the Inner Circle and want to "prep early" for this month's coffee enema workshop, then get this stainless steel enema kit and some mold-free, toxin-free coffee. You may want to review these coffee enema resources too! This is why my “morning workout” is simply a bit of journaling, deep breathing and yoga. Save the hard stuff for later when u can. DIY Magnesium BiCarbonate recipe - good for what ails ya! Want to get the aerobic benefits of HIIT training - particularly mitochondria density increase? Then use SHORT rest periods. ----------------------------------------------------- Special Announcements: The brand new Obstacle Dominator podcast is launching! Whether you're just wanting to get started in obstacle course racing or you want to dominate your next race, leave your Spartan, Tough Mudder, Warrior Dash, Tough Guy, Dirty Dash or any other obstacle racing question at ObstacleDominator.com. The "How A Top Silicon Valley Executive Lost 40 Pounds of Fat And Became A Kettlebell Swinging, Paddleboarding, Semi-Pro Tennis Player With 8-Pack Abs" podcast episode with Paul Sebastien, just went live on Premium access. Get it (and over 350 additional audios, videos and PDF's) by clicking here to go Premium for just $9.99 a year! The Thyroid Sessions went live on May 5 - where Ben is speaking on "How Exercise Destroys Your Thyroid And What You Can Do About It". The frustration and misinformation surrounding thyroid problems needs to stop. An estimated 30 million people in the US and 200 million worldwide have a thyroid disorder — only half have been properly diagnosed. And even less are receiving proper treatment. Unfortunately, the real answers are not offered by their medical practitioners and seldom covered by insurance. That’s why Sean Croxton traveled the country to interview a dozen of the leading functional medicine doctors, nutritionists, and real food chefs for a free online screening called The Thyroid Sessions. And you can click here register today to watch them for FREE! Ben is now uploading both is weekly workout logs and diet photos to the Inner Circle. Every week Ben discover new exercises, workout tactics, fat loss tricks, biohacks, deep sleep tips, detoxes, recipes, supplements, etc. - but people often feel like they’re “behind the curve” - constantly trying to wrap their heads around what’s working best at any given time, or what’s going to be best for them and their bodies. In Ben's monthly Inner Circle video workshops and diet and exercise logs, he and his wife Jessa teach you exactly “what’s working now”, so that you can stay on the razor-sharp, cutting-edge of fitness, nutrition and lifestyle optimization. When it comes to “assembling” everything that Ben talks about in the podcast, books, etc. into an easy-to-implement system, the Inner Circle is the way to do that. Click here to try it out now for 10 bucks a month! Get a free gift 2 hour Beyond Training LIVE support video workshop with Ben Greenfield! Click here to upload a photo of you holding more than one copy of your brand new Beyond Training Book, along with your name and e-mail below, and we’ll make the magic happen for you! Men's Health is launching a search for the next big name in fitness. They're looking for the best trainer that they haven’t yet discovered – a fitness professional who is a top mind in the field, but who also looks the part, and who has the ability to captivate any audience. Click here to vote for Ben to be the Men's Health Top Trainer or visit BenGreenfieldFitness.com/menshealth. Grab this Official Ben Greenfield Fitness Gear package that comes with a tech shirt, a beanie and a water bottle. And of course, this week's top iTunes review - gets some BG Fitness swag straight from Ben - leave your review for a chance to win some! ----------------------------------------------------- Listener Q&A: As compiled, deciphered, edited and sometimes read by Brock Skywalker Armstrong, the Podcast Sidekick/Ninja. Are weeds healthy to eat? Adam asks: He lives in Newcastle, Australia and is wondering what common garden weeds are eatable and if any of them are worth picking. Could some of these weeds actually be more nutrient dense than things like the kale he gets from the green grocer? In my response I recommend: -Book: "Eating on th

Paul Sebastien is one of the top executives in Silicon Valley, currently Chief Marketing Officer at a division of T-Mobile after his startup was acquired, and previously held leadership roles at Microsoft's Xbox Live division, Disney Mobile, and has had three of his former startups acquired. He's also gone from not picking up a tennis racquet since he was a kid all the way to playing semi-pro level tennis at age 46 in his spare time. And he's lost 40 pounds of fat, added muscle he never thought was possible, and looks and feels younger now than he did 15 years ago. So what does a successful Silicon Valley executive who's also become a semi-professional tennis player while losing 40 pounds, adding muscle, looking and feeling 15 years younger as the most important factors, above all else? In this episode, you'll discover the exact changes Paul has made to his diet and exercise, and some smart biohacking he implements every day. Resources: -Carb Backloading -Bitter Melon Extract -Fat Magic Garcinia Cambogia -F.lux app -F.lux app for iPhone -Paul's LinkedIn page -Paul's TwitterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Do you feel guilty or anxious when you're not working? Have you stopped playing with your friends? Do all of your daily activities revolve around building a more successful career? Are you sitting still and staring at screens for most of your waking hours? Do you interact with people primarily through screens? Are you always sleeping fewer than eight hours per night? Are you consuming stimulants multiple times per day to hide your exhaustion? Are you indoors all day long, depriving yourself of fresh air and sunlight? Do you depend on alcohol or drugs to cope with social situations outside of work? My podcast guest today - Charlie Hoehn, author of the book "Play It Away: A Workaholic's Cure For Anxiety"- has been there, and he knows what that lifestyle is like. Shallow breathing, tension in the gut, chest pains, rapid heartbeat... ...every moment is exhausting, crushing, and painful. Eventually, anxiety destroys your confidence, your productivity, your relationships, and your ability to enjoy life. The worst part is the gnawing sense that you’ll never feel happy again. Fear no more. You can put an end to your suffering. You can start living again. And it’s not as hard as you think... In today's podcast, we cover Charlie's entire journey: what caused his anxiety, the “A-ha!” moment that led to his cure and how he got his life back. In this episode, you’ll learn: The key breakthrough that allowed Charlie to enjoy life again... Charlie's step-by-step plan for healing anxiety without drugs... How Charlie turned non-stop worrying into background noise... Charlie's unusual technique for stopping panic attacks... Why “anchors” fuel anxiety, and how to remove them... How Charlie finally started sleeping well again... Three common nutrient deficiencies that amplify anxiety... How to boost productivity and have guilt-free fun... Click here to get Charlie's fantastic book "Play It Away: A Workaholic's Cure For Anxiety" , and leave your questions, comments and feedback at BenGreenfieldFitness.com. Either Charlie or I promise to respond!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

https://bengreenfieldfitness.com/280 Apr 30, 2014 Podcast (brought to you today by Harry's Shaving - click here to check 'em out and use code Ben to save 5 bucks!): Does Coolsculpting Fat Loss Surgery Work, What Are Omega 5 and 7 Fats, Should You Exercise Your Chest Every Day, Will A Paleo Diet Cause Gout, 5 Ways To Stay Healthy At College, Are Bluetooth Headsets and Wireless HR Monitors Dangerous, and What Should Your Ratio of Vitamin A, D and K be? Have a podcast question for Ben? Click the tab on the right, use the Contact button on the app, call 1-877-209-9439, Skype “pacificfit” or use the “Ask Ben” form...but be prepared to wait - we prioritize audio questions over text questions. ----------------------------------------------------- News Flashes: You can get these News Flashes hot off the presses if you follow Ben on Twitter.com/BenGreenfield, Facebook.com/BGFitness and Google+. Turns out there actually is something to the whole pH based diet thing - a high acid diet can increase risk of diabetes. Here's a good acid-alkaline food chart. How to drink beer all night without getting drunk. Leg Press vs. Squat? The latter wins out every time when it comes to your hormones. ----------------------------------------------------- Special Announcements: The "Biomat" podcast episode with Mark Sircus just went live on Premium access. Get it (and over 350 additional audios, videos and PDF's) by clicking here to go Premium for just $9.99 a year! The Thyroid Sessions go live on May 5 - where Ben is speaking on "How Exercise Destroys Your Thyroid And What You Can Do About It". The frustration and misinformation surrounding thyroid problems needs to stop. An estimated 30 million people in the US and 200 million worldwide have a thyroid disorder — only half have been properly diagnosed. And even less are receiving proper treatment. Unfortunately, the real answers are not offered by their medical practitioners and seldom covered by insurance. That’s why Sean Croxton traveled the country to interview a dozen of the leading functional medicine doctors, nutritionists, and real food chefs for a free online screening called The Thyroid Sessions. And you can click here register today to watch them for FREE! Ben is now uploading both is weekly workout logs and diet photos to the Inner Circle. Every week Ben discover new exercises, workout tactics, fat loss tricks, biohacks, deep sleep tips, detoxes, recipes, supplements, etc. - but people often feel like they’re “behind the curve” - constantly trying to wrap their heads around what’s working best at any given time, or what’s going to be best for them and their bodies. In Ben's monthly Inner Circle video workshops and diet and exercise logs, he and his wife Jessa teach you exactly “what’s working now”, so that you can stay on the razor-sharp, cutting-edge of fitness, nutrition and lifestyle optimization. When it comes to “assembling” everything that Ben talks about in the podcast, books, etc. into an easy-to-implement system, the Inner Circle is the way to do that. Click here to try it out now for 10 bucks a month! Get a free gift 2 hour Beyond Training LIVE support video workshop with Ben Greenfield! Click here to upload a photo of you holding more than one copy of your brand new Beyond Training Book, along with your name and e-mail below, and we’ll make the magic happen for you! Men's Health is launching a search for the next big name in fitness. They're looking for the best trainer that they haven’t yet discovered – a fitness professional who is a top mind in the field, but who also looks the part, and who has the ability to captivate any audience. Click here to vote for Ben to be the Men's Health Top Trainer or visit BenGreenfieldFitness.com/menshealth. Grab this Official Ben Greenfield Fitness Gear package that comes with a tech shirt, a beanie and a water bottle. And of course, this week's top iTunes review - gets some BG Fitness swag straight from Ben - leave your review for a chance to win some! http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tripe ----------------------------------------------------- Listener Q&A: As compiled, deciphered, edited and sometimes read by Brock Skywalker Armstrong, the Podcast Sidekick/Ninja. Does Coolsculpting Fat Loss Surgery Work? Atanas asks: What is your opinion of coolsculpting? Is it good? In my response I recommend: -http://www.CoolFatBurner.com What Are Omega 5 and 7 Fats? Brian asks: We hear plenty of info about Omega 3, 6 and 9 fats but nothing about 5 and 7. Are there any benefits or drawbacks to these omega fats? Especially for an Ironman Triathlete? In my response I recommend: -SuperEssentials fish oil Should You Exercise Your Chest Every Day? Donald asks: He works out with a guy who exercises his chest every single time they go to the gym. Some times 3 or 5 times a week, back to back, he will work our his chest. Is this dangerous? Is it effective? He has never gotten injured or even sore. Is this something specific to the chest, where you can

Dr. Mark Sircus originally appeared on the BenGreenfieldFitness show in the episode "The Shocking Information About A Compound That Pharmaceutical Companies Really Don’t Want You to Know About." And now, from a remote internet bar in Brazil, he's back with another biohack that flies under the radar, but is an amazing healing tool that... Reduces stress and fatigue Relieves anxiety and promotes relaxation Improves sleep patterns Reduces inflammation Eases joint pain and stiffness Provides warm, soothing pain relief Eliminates toxins in the body Increases blood circulation Alleviates migraines and tension headaches Reduces allergy symptoms Improves immune system function Improves cardiovascular health Burns calories and controls weight Improves muscle tone and skin quality It's called a "Biomat". The core of the BioMat technology is a combination of three technologies: far infrared rays, negative ion effects and the conductive properties of amethyst channels. These three stimulators are combined in a single mat that delivers soothing, deep-penetrating heat while stimulating the regeneration of damaged cells in your body. It’s a safe and natural way to achieve optimal health and maintain a stronger, more resilient body. Here is a helpful FAQ for you to learn more, and there is a ton of additional research, resources, articles, and a 0% financing with 30 day risk free trial over at the Biomat website. What are far infrared rays? Far infrared rays are part of the electro-magnetic light spectrum and are close to the light frequency of natural sunlight. However, far infrared does not contain any of sunlight’s harmful UV/UVB radiation. The beneficial properties of far infrared light have received particular attention from the scientific community in recent years, although the first research conducted on this part of the light spectrum was undertaken by NASA decades ago. More recent studies suggest that far infrared light stimulates the production of healthy cell tissue, promoting faster, more complete healing processes. Far infrared therapy also encourages the elimination of cellular wastes and toxins. Today, health practitioners from a wide range of disciplines agree on the beneficial properties of far infrared technology. What are negative ions? An ion is a particle containing an electrical charge. An ion with a negative electrical charge is called a negative ion, and this type of ion is now considered to be integral to healthy cellular function. If there are enough negative ions inside and outside the cell, the cell is able to absorb nutrients and eliminate waste product more effectively. Flooding the body with negative ions enriches it at the cellular level and encourages the elimination of toxins and oxidants. How does the BioMat deliver far infrared rays and negative ions to the human body? The BioMat stimulates ion channels by producing negative ions that deliver healing energy to the cells of the body. As well as delivering negative ions to the cells of the body, the BioMat produces far infrared waves by delivering pulses of energy through a patented carbon ceramic material called Japanese Kurera Super Fiber. This material forms part of the bonded, multilayer material at the base of the BioMat. The topmost layer of the BioMat is constructed of superconducting channels of pure amethyst, which allow the far infrared rays and negative ions to penetrate the body as far as seven inches. View an illustration of BioMat layer technology. How do far infrared rays and negative ions affect the human body? Far infrared rays and negative ions produce a wide array of positive effects on the human body. Negative ions activate the body’s entire cellular communication system by opening cell channels and allowing nutrients to enter more easily and wastes to be eliminated, purifying the body at the cellular level. Far infrared rays deliver deep warmth and stimulation to the entire circulatory, lymphatic, endocrine and nervous system to encourage healthy functioning. A healthy circulatory and lymphatic system delivers nutrients and oxygen to the cells of the body, and removes cell waste, while the endocrine system regulates hormonal uptake in our bodies, which controls everything from our mood, tissue growth and health to metabolism and sexual and reproductive functions. How does amethyst quartz enhance ionic and far infrared ray therapy? Amethyst’s healing properties have been acknowledged and celebrated for centuries by ancient scientists, healers and mystics. Now, modern science has confirmed the highly conductive properties of this remarkable mineral. Amethyst crystals offer the most consistent and powerful delivery of far infrared light waves, and ionic effects to the human body. Amethyst’s superconducting qualities have been shown to provide relief for: Insomnia Depression and anxiety Swelling and inflammation Body toxicity Low or imbalanced energy levels What specific illnesses and symptoms can the BioMat alleviate? Bec

Olga Kotelko (see video below) is not your average ninety-five-year-old. She not only looks and acts like a much younger woman, she holds over twenty-three world records in track and field, seventeen in her current ninety to ninety-five category. Convinced that this remarkable woman could help unlock many of the mysteries of aging, my guest on today's podcast, Bruce Grierson, set out to uncover what it is that’s driving Olga. He considers every piece of the puzzle, from her diet and sleep habits to how she scores on various personality traits, to what she does in her spare time to her family history. In the book "What Makes Olga Run?: The Mystery of the 90-Something Track Star and What She Can Teach Us About Living Longer, Happier Lives", Bruce details how Olga participates in tests administered by some of the world’s leading scientists and offers her DNA to groundbreaking research trials. What you'll get to hear today is not only a tremendously uplifting personal story but a look at which parts of our health and longevity are determined by the DNA we inherit at birth, and which parts we can shape ourselves. You'll discover how your genes, opportunities, and choices forge the course of your life, especially during your golden years. During our discussion, you'll discover: -The fascinating story of Olga and how she has defied aging... -How to discover if you have the the Superstar gene, the Worrier gene or Warrior gene, and how this affects your longevity... -One big myth about stress, adversity and aging... -What Bruce thinks about the new class of telomere activating drugs... -Why plaques in your brain may not be as big an issue as you may think... -The single cognitive-boosting activity that is far more important than Sudoku, crossword puzzles and brain games... -When it is too late for exercise to make a difference... -The surprising truth about exercise intensity... -Why sleeping steadily 8-9 hours through the night may not actually be necessary for longevity... -A trick that Olga does with an old wine bottle that keeps her joints young and supple... -The single most important personality trait for achieving long age... -How you can change your living and working environment to maximize longevity... What do you think? If you have questions, comments or feedback for author Bruce Grierson or any of the anti-aging tips you learn in the episode, leave your thoughts at BenGreenfieldFitness.com... ...and be sure to grab your copy of What Makes Olga Run?: The Mystery of the 90-Something Track Star and What She Can Teach Us About Living Longer, Happier Lives. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

https://bengreenfieldfitness.com/279 Apr 23, 2014 Podcast: The Science of the Runner's High, Is Vitamin B12 Megadosing Dangerous, How To Track Every Element Of Your Fitness, Healing The Skin Naturally, and Is Creatine Safe? Have a podcast question for Ben? Click the tab on the right, use the Contact button on the app, call 1-877-209-9439, Skype “pacificfit” or use the “Ask Ben” form...but be prepared to wait - we prioritize audio questions over text questions. ----------------------------------------------------- News Flashes: You can get these News Flashes hot off the presses if you follow Ben on Twitter.com/BenGreenfield, Facebook.com/BGFitness and Google+. Blood testing with the WellnessFX Premium Package is now available Red light exposure before bed enhances endurance performance and sleep. Here’s a cool way to raise DHEA: hypoxic swimming! New study says iron supplements boost performance. (Ben recommends this new iron bisgylcinate supplement from ThorneFX) ----------------------------------------------------- Special Announcements: Ben is now uploading both is weekly workout logs and diet photos to the Inner Circle. Join now for just ten bucks a month and learn by example! We have 2 Color run race entries to giveaway for any event near you! Check locations at ColorRun.com. To win, all you need to do is leave a book review on Amazon for Ben's new book and comment on the BenGreenfieldFitness Facebook page letting Ben know that you left a review! We will randomly choose two lucky winners later this week! Get a free gift 2 hour Beyond Training LIVE support video workshop with Ben Greenfield! Click here to upload a photo of you holding more than one copy of your brand new Beyond Training Book, along with your name and e-mail below, and we’ll make the magic happen for you! Men's Health is launching a search for the next big name in fitness. They're looking for the best trainer that they haven’t yet discovered – a fitness professional who is a top mind in the field, but who also looks the part, and who has the ability to captivate any audience. Click here to vote for Ben to be the Men's Health Top Trainer or visit BenGreenfieldFitness.com/menshealth. Grab this Official Ben Greenfield Fitness Gear package that comes with a tech shirt, a beanie and a water bottle. And of course, this week's top iTunes review - gets some BG Fitness swag straight from Ben - leave your review for a chance to win some! ----------------------------------------------------- Listener Q&A: As compiled, deciphered, edited and sometimes read by Brock Skywalker Armstrong, the Podcast Sidekick/Ninja. The Science of the Runner's High Celia asks: She is looking for a "Runner's High". She's been running since 2012 and has only experienced it a few times (with no common denominator or trigger). Do you know what causes the high and how she might be able to create one? She usually doesn't have trouble getting out the door for a training session but she can see how that might be a good motivator. In my response I recommend: Paper - Phytocannabinoids beyond the Cannabis plant – do they exist? -Neuroendocrine panel from DirectLabs Is Vitamin B12 Megadosing Dangerous? Jim asks: He has never heard us talk about mega-dosing with Vitamin B12. He is training hard and long for Ironman. He uses a drink called ZipFizz which has 41000% of the RDA of B12. The drink tastes good and it seems to give him an energy boost... but it could be placebo. In my response I recommend: -Lifeshotz wild plant extract -High intake of fermented foods How To Track Every Element Of Your Fitness Todd asks: He made a commitment to himself to be in better shape at 50 than he currently is at 46. He did the same thing at 30 for 35 and 35 for 40. He is looking for a quantifiable criteria or some number of metrics that he can test himself for, every couple of years, so it isn't just subjective. In my response I recommend: -My Mass Made Simple podcast with Dan John -Blood Lactate and VO2 Max Testing -HRV and Pulse Oximeter testing as described in chapter 7 of Beyond Training book -Restwise -Mark's Daily Apple "Physical Fitness Standards" Best Natural Foods for Babies Emilie asks: What food would you and Jessa introduce babies to, as they move towards the world of solid food, and in what order? Also, is there any point in introducing them to gluten at all so they might be able to tolerate it later on? In my response I recommend: -NOW Foods Gluten Digesting Enzyme Healing The Skin Naturally Allysa asks: She has the skin condition Keratosis Pilaris (unsightly red bumps or "chicken skin") on her upper arms. Some people grow out of it but she is 26 and doesn't think that will happen. Do you know the etiology of this? Is it a dietary, allergy, or hormone imbalance? Do you know of any food, creams or anything else that can help out with it? In my response I recommend: -Book:See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You've probably never heard of it. It's at the very bottom of the food chain. Yet it feeds over 99% of all ocean life and supports 100% of all life on the face of the planet. If this unique superfood ceased to exist, life on Earth would rapidly die off. According to NASA research, it is responsible for producing up to 90% of the Earth's oxygen... (compare this to a mature tree which only creates enough oxygen for two human beings)... Its main "job" is to turn inorganic raw material (like seawater, minerals, sunlight and CO2) into over 100's of living edible, organic nutrients...(This includes vitamins, bioavailable minerals, all amino acids, essential fatty acids, carotenoids and more)... Now - imagine how you would react when you put just one dose (a total of 170 billion cells in a single dropper) of this superfood into your body. You're about to find out. This stuff is marine phytoplankton, and in today's interview with Activation Products CEO and Founder Ian Clark, you'll discover: -What is marine phytoplankton? -What type of nutrients are in phytoplankton? -Aren’t the oceans polluted, and how can you eat phytoplankton without getting this pollution? -What about bioavailability issues with phytoplankton? -Are there different species of phytoplankton, and some type that is best? -How is this stuff harvested? -And much more. During the interview, Ian mentions a discount on the Ocean's Alive Marine Phytoplankton. Just click here and use code "GREENFIELD10" for a 10% discount. Enjoy, and leave your questions, comments and feedback at BenGreenfieldFitness.com!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

https://bengreenfieldfitness.com/279 Apr 16, 2014 Podcast: Does Garcinia and Green Coffee Extract Help Fat Loss, Interpreting Your Own Bloodwork, Should You Drink Ocean Water, Are Water Alkalinizers Bad, How To Prevent Razor Burn, and the Pros and Cons of Protein Cycling. Have a podcast question for Ben? Click the tab on the right, use the Contact button on the app, call 1-877-209-9439, Skype “pacificfit” or use the “Ask Ben” form...but be prepared to wait - we prioritize audio questions over text questions. ----------------------------------------------------- News Flashes: You can get these News Flashes hot off the presses if you follow Ben on Twitter.com/BenGreenfield, Facebook.com/BGFitness and Google+. 8 beers that you should stop drinking now. SCARY: the uptake of aluminum from antiperspirants is above the maximal tolerable daily exposure levels. (and a Primal Pit Paste deodorant alternative) The 100 hardest body weight exercises of all time. ----------------------------------------------------- Special Announcements: Get a free gift 2 hour Beyond Training LIVE support video workshop with Ben Greenfield! Click here to upload a photo of you holding more than one copy of your brand new Beyond Training Book, along with your name and e-mail below, and we’ll make the magic happen for you! Men's Health is launching a search for the next big name in fitness. They're looking for the best trainer that they haven’t yet discovered – a fitness professional who is a top mind in the field, but who also looks the part, and who has the ability to captivate any audience. Click here to vote for Ben to be the Men's Health Top Trainer or visit BenGreenfieldFitness.com/menshealth. Ben's new book has been released. Pre-order it now and get entered into a raffle for over $5000 in swag! Just visit BeyondTrainingBook.com - and be sure to spread the word, contribute to the cause and change the way people exercise forever at Rally.org/BeyondTraining. Want some free hidden chapters, audio clips and videos from Beyond Training? Check out the Beyond Training book torrent at BenGreenfieldFitness.com/torrent! Grab this Official Ben Greenfield Fitness Gear package that comes with a tech shirt, a beanie and a water bottle. And of course, this week's top iTunes review - gets some BG Fitness swag straight from Ben - leave your review for a chance to win some! ----------------------------------------------------- Listener Q&A: As compiled, deciphered, edited and sometimes read by Brock Skywalker Armstrong, the Podcast "Sidekick". Does Garcinia and Green Coffee Extract Help Fat Loss? Heather asks: She's seen a bunch of stuff on Facebook about it and would like your expert opinion of Plexus Slim. In my response I recommend: -MPX100 -http://www.CoolFatBurner.com Interpreting Your Own Bloodwork Mike asks: He is looking for a concise and easy to read chart (or list) of the "normal" values for all the blood markers you regularly test for. In my response I recommend: -Reference ranges for blood tests Wiki -WellnessFX -How to know if your body is recovered article Should You Drink Ocean Water? Molly asks: She heard Kerri Rivera interviewed about curing autism with ocean water. It made her wonder what that would be like for the rest of us to do. Is there something beneficial about ocean water? Could it replace minerals and nutrients in the body? She can't find anything about it online but likes the idea of healing from the earth. In my response I recommend: -Aztecan Sea Salt -Trace liquid minerals -Marine Phytoplankton Are Water Alkalinizers Bad? Randy asks: A friend of his bought an alkaline water system (spent $3-4k on it) and she says that it can sure everything from acne to cancer. The way he understands it is that even if you correct the ph of your gut and urine that it would not change the ph of your blood. Is that even important to do? In my response I recommend: -The Battle for Health is over pH Book -Acid Alkaline Food Chart -Greens article on algae: Everything You Need To Know About How To Use A Slimy Green Plant to Slow Aging, Decrease Cravings and Recover Incredibly Faster. How To Prevent Razor Burn John asks: If he shaves the same morning as doing a hot workout he gets really bad razor burn around his neck. Do you know any ways to avoid that or alleviate the symptoms? In my response I recommend: -St. Ives Apricot Scrub -Emu Oil Pros and Cons of Protein Cycling Troy asks: Would you cover the pro and cons and benefits of protein cycling? In my response I recommend: -My article on protein intake ----------------------------------------------------- -- And don't forget to go to BenGreenfieldFitness.com/love! -- Prior to asking your question, do a search in upper right hand corner of this website for the keywords associated with your question. Many of the questions we receive have already been answered here at Ben Greenfield Fitness! Podcast music from 80s Fitness (Reso Remix) by KOAN Sound. Buy this track now!See omnystudio.com/listener

I didn't used to be a very anxious guy. But it seems the more tasks I take on, the more pressure there is to maintain a fit body or healthy nutrition protocol, the older and more active my twin boys become, and the more responsibilities it seems like I have...the less "laid back" I get. Sleep quality diminishes. I sometimes laugh less. There are more days where I need to remember to simply stop and smell the roses. During the summer last year, a WellnessFX blood cortisol reading that was extremely high convinced me I needed to do some serious stress management before I started to take years off my life. So I delved into the type of protocols I outline in the article "7 Of The Best Ways To Stop Stress". Since then, I've been very interested in the anti-aging, life-enhancing, health-bestowing benefits of properly managing stress and anxiety. -------------------------------------- As a a holistic medical physician practicing in Florida, today's podcast guest Dr. Eudene Harry noticed a similar thread running through many of her patients’ lives. They were all extremely stressed out. And that stress was drastically affecting their physical health in a variety of negative ways. So, Dr. Harry decided to make stress and anxiety management and elimination a primary focus of her work. Several years later, the ultimate result was her new book: Anxiety 101: The Holistic Approach to Managing Your Anxiety & Taking Back Your Life. Now I have to admit that when I first got this book, I figured it would be the typical ho-hum advice, like "quit worrying", "get a massage", "sleep more" or "learn to meditate". But in this book, Dr. Harry goes way above and beyond, not only giving one of the most thorough biological and biochemical explanations of anxiety I've ever seen, but providing a comprehensive list of the wide variety of integrative holistic treatment options available - and many, many techniques, tips, foods, supplements and strategies I didn't know about. In addition to a refreshingly unbiased review of the pharmaceuticals commonly used to treat anxiety (serotonin boosters, GABA boosters, and beta blockers), a long list of alternative therapies are included in this book, including many of the strategies we talk about on this show, such as: Natural anxiety remedies, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), neurofeedback, exercise, herbs, nutrients and vitamins, nutrition, meditation, visualization, essential oils, massage, probiotics, laughter, sleep, and weight loss. You're going to learn about all that and much more in today's interview, which includes: -How the concept of a "brighter tomorrow" can actually make you more anxious, and exactly what you can do about it... -The surprising role that genetics plays in anxiety... -Why you need to pull a specific part of your brain - the locus coeruleus- out of a tonic state... -One rogue molecule that can make you more anxious no matter how good your stress management techniques are... -The link between probiotics, progesterone hormone and anxiety... -How something called a "functional deficiency" can wreak havoc on your stress and anxiety levels... -How L-Theanine, Valerian, Kava and Apigenin can also help with anxiety... -A simple "hand-warming" technique that can instantly eliminate anxiety... -And much more! Do you have questions, comments or feedback about how to eliminate anxiety and take your life back? Leave your thoughts at BenGreenfieldFitness.com, and be sure to check out Dr. Harry excellent book "Anxiety 101: The Holistic Approach to Managing Your Anxiety & Taking Back Your Life".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Meet chef Seamus Mullen. A recent Men's Journal article described Seamus as follows: "Few people have subjected their bodies to as much wear and tear as Manhattan chef and restaurateur Seamus Mullen. The mastermind behind the red-hot Manhattan restaurant Tertulia and a regular on the Food Network, Mullen has seen it all. He contracted dengue fever on a mountain-bike trip across Costa Rica. He was bitten by a vampire bat while cooking at an eco-lodge in the jungles of Venezuela, an injury that required an emergency helicopter trip to the closest hospital. He spent five months on a punishing 11,000-mile dirt-bike trek from San Francisco to Panama and back. There have been bike races, cyclocross challenges, and mountain-bike half-centuries – not to mention years of brutal 90-hour workweeks in high-end restaurant kitchens all over the world." And it doesn't end there. Click here to read the rest of that article. In today's podcast, I interview Seamus about his remarkable journey from hellness to wellness, fighting back from rheumatoid arthritis and chronic pain and inflammation to being well on his way to peak fitness at nearly 40 years old. Seamus is a chef and restaurateur in New York City, he's found food to be the single most important factor in his journey to getting better, and he just published the book "Hero Food, How Cooking with Delicious Things Can Make Us Feel Better". In the past year, through work with Dr. Frank Lipman, he has managed to turn his health around significantly to the point of having zero signs of rheumatoid arthritis in any of his blood markers - and as of the fall of 2013, he has been off all medication for the first time in 11 years. All of his inflammatory markers have gone from extremely high to normal, his white blood cell count has gone from a constantly elevated state to an extremely healthy 9%, his cholesterol is terrific, he has lost a pounds of fat, gained pounds muscle and most importantly, for the first time in over ten years, he feels like a different person. ------------------------------------------- During our call, Seamus and I discuss how our medical industry is very focused on symptomatic treatment rather than addressing the root cause of the symptoms - and how this often leads to protracted, ineffective palliative care that leaves patients with even more complex medical problems than they started out with. In the case of Seamus, a severe auto-immune issue (in all likelihood caused by undiagnosed parasitic and bacterial infections, along with imbalanced micro-biota) led to a seizure caused by medications he was taking, and infections that spread to his brain and spinal cord as a result of immuno-suppressants, blood clots and pulmonary embolisms that nearly killed him. This also led to an immune system that made him vulnerable to every bug that came myhisway and finally - the icing on the cake - a chemical dependency on so-called "safe" synthetic pain medication. For years, Seamus followed the advice of "experts" in the field and any time he suggested anything as radical as a "gluten-free diet" or perhaps acupuncture, he was told "...if you feel as though it helps, I don't have a problem with it, but there's no clinical data to support any claims around diet and rheumatoid arthritis." After doing a systemic cleanse, a gut biome reboot, following 6 months of a gut-healing protocol with regular acupuncture, a primarily ketogenic diet and regular exercise, Seamus started to see major improvements in his health. And he noticed this differnece not only in how he felt, but also had the empirical results of his bloodwork to back it up. Fast forward another 9 months and he is stronger and fitter than he's been in years. In his twenties I was was a semi-pro mountain biker, racing 40-50 races a year and while I'm not quite back at that fitness level, it's in my crosshairs to get there this year. You'll learn about lessons Seamus has learned along the way, including: -How Seamus was saved at the last minute from a botched diagnosis and attempt to do massive pelvic surgery... -A crazy but correct diagnosis that uncovered the true reason behind Seamus's auto-immune issues and extreme joint pain... -How Seamus completely destroyed intestinal parasite issues, eliminated his gut inflammation and healed his digestive system... -The alternative medical procedure Seamus used once a week to address both gut and joints at the same time... -How Seamus reversed the damage caused by prednisone and chemo drugs... -What exercises he does now that Seamus would have done differently 10 years ago to avoid getting two spinal surgeries later in life... -Easy and delicious recipes you can use that are completely non-inflammatory and help to heal your gut... -Biohacks that Seamus is using to prepare for La Ruta de los Conquistadores in October and the Absa Cape Epic in South Africa next year... Resources mentioned in this podcast: -Dr. Frank Lipman -Bragg's apple cider vinegar -Squatty potty -Power

Last week, in the post "21 Steps To Optimizing Your Diet And 11 Foods You Need To Stop Eating Now", you learned about the book "Deep Nutrition" and all about the concept of why your genes need traditional food. Today, Deep Nutrition author and physician Dr. Cate Shanahan is featured on the podcast to delve into how the way your body interprets the food you eat in a way that you can make you either lean or fat - depending on your food choice. You're going to discover... -Why information is more important than energy, and why calories don't count... -The Deep Nutrition formula for weight loss... -Why you'll never get on Baywatch without body fat... -Why supplements don't work... -The problem with distorted fats... -Where stem cells fit in... -Why starvation diets fail and moderation or small food portions are actually not a good idea... -6 factors that make you build fat... -6 factors that eliminate fat... -How inflammation makes fat like cancer... -Why you need to "feel" your exercise, even if it's aerobic... -3 habits of successful exercisers... -And much more! If you have questions, comments or feedback about using food as fat loss language, leave your thoughts at BenGreenfieldFitness.com, and don't forget to grab Cate's book Deep Nutrition, which I highly recommend!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

https://bengreenfieldfitness.com/277 Apr 2, 2014 Podcast: 5 Ways To Get Better at Pull-Ups, Natural Gym Bag Deodorants, Maintaining Muscle When Fasting, Acne During Pregnancy, How To Exercise With A Foot Stress Fracture, Recovery Tips for Eye Surgery, and Nutrition for Liver Bilirubin. Have a podcast question for Ben? Click the tab on the right, use the Contact button on the app, call 1-877-209-9439, Skype “pacificfit” or use the “Ask Ben” form...but be prepared to wait - we prioritize audio questions over text questions. ----------------------------------------------------- News Flashes: You can get these News Flashes hot off the presses if you follow Ben on Twitter.com/BenGreenfield, Facebook.com/BGFitness and Google+. 11 Surprisingly Effective Exercises You Can Do Without Being “That Guy” in the Office. 1 tablespoon of coconut oil is just as good for joint pain as a popular NSAID medication. Want to shut down fat formation? Guzzle some olive oil. (and the great extra virgin olive oil scandal) Game changer. Pretty stoked about this new Iron Bisglycinate as a non-constipating form of iron for anemic athletes. ----------------------------------------------------- Special Announcements: At this month's PaleoFX, Ben and Jessa Greenfield are presenting on Ancestral Athlete Tactics, Fermenting Foods, Biohacking Stress, Fueling Workouts, Primal Strength and Conditioning and much more. Can't make it to Austin for the live event? We have you covered. All presentations are available for Live Streaming, on all three days, April 11 - April 13, 2014. Click here to get access to the livestream of PaleoFX now, no matter where you live in the world. Do you live in or near Austin and want to register or just stop by and check out the expo? Then click here to grab your tickets to PaleoFX now! Get a free gift 2 hour Beyond Training LIVE support video workshop with Ben Greenfield! Click here to upload a photo of you holding more than one copy of your brand new Beyond Training Book, along with your name and e-mail below, and we’ll make the magic happen for you! Men's Health is launching a search for the next big name in fitness. They're looking for the best trainer that they haven’t yet discovered – a fitness professional who is a top mind in the field, but who also looks the part, and who has the ability to captivate any audience. Click here to vote for Ben to be the Men's Health Top Trainer or visit BenGreenfieldFitness.com/menshealth. Ben's new book has been released. Pre-order it now and get entered into a raffle for over $5000 in swag! Just visit BeyondTrainingBook.com - and be sure to spread the word, contribute to the cause and change the way people exercise forever at Rally.org/BeyondTraining. Want some free hidden chapters, audio clips and videos from Beyond Training? Check out the Beyond Training book torrent at BenGreenfieldFitness.com/torrent! Grab this Official Ben Greenfield Fitness Gear package that comes with a tech shirt, a beanie and a water bottle. And of course, this week's top iTunes review - gets some BG Fitness swag straight from Ben - leave your review for a chance to win some! ----------------------------------------------------- Listener Q&A: As compiled, deciphered, edited and sometimes read by Brock Skywalker Armstrong, the Podcast "Sidekick". 5 Ways To Get Better at Pull-Ups Phil asks: His wife has struggled with completing a proper push-up and a proper pull-up. He knows that this is often an issue for women (and also men) and is wondering if there are some exercises that people can do to gain the strength to complete a proper pushup or pullup? In my response I recommend: -Perfect Pull-up bar -Perfirmer handles -Chin-Ups: 6 Tips to Help You Over the Bar (Neghar Fonooni) Natural Gym Bag Deodorants Jim asks: His fitness gear stinks. The moment any moisture hits his riding, running or yoga gear - it reeks. He is looking for some natural ways to clear his gear and make it smell better. In my response I recommend: -Actionwipes -CoolFeet Powder (use 15% discount code 80244 at http://www.HammerNutrition.com) -My CreativeLIVE course Maintaining Muscle When Fasting Mark asks: He has just started Intermittent Fasting to lose some body fat. He is doing a daily 16 hour fast (eating all his calories in 8 an hour window). His workouts often happen in the morning, which his fasting time. He wants to know if he should have a protein shake after the workout to maintain muscle or skip it to maintain the fast? In my response I recommend: -Master Amino Pattern -Concentrated greens (to balance pH). Recommend Enerprime (capsule) or Capragreens (low calorie powder) -Upgraded collagen Acne During Pregnancy Alexander asks: His girlfriend is in her 2nd trimester of her third pregnancy and is having trouble with an acne outbreak. She has cut down on almost all sugars, carbs and grains and there has been no change - she might even be getting worse. Any ideas of what else they could do? In my response I recommend: -All the pr

Mark Moses coaches 26 of the world's top entrepreneurs, CEO's and companies on how to dramatically grow their businesses, grow their people and elevate their own performance. He also travels all over the world speaking at industry conferences and company events. Mark started his first company at age 19, and has successfully built and sold two companies. He won Ernst & Young's Entrepreneur of the Year award and the Blue Chip Enterprise award for overcoming adversity. His last company ranked #1 Fastest-Growing Company in Los Angeles as well as #10 on the Inc. 500 of fastest growing private companies in the U.S. Mark has served on the Board of the Children's Hospital of Orange County for the last several years. Oh yeah, just a couple other things... ...Mark also won the U.S. National Squash Championship in 1992... ...and he has completed 12 full distance Ironman Triathlons, including the Hawaii Ironman World Championship 5 times. I'll bet you'd like to know Mark's secrets, eh? Good news, because I was able to pick Mark's brain for this audio podcast. During my discussion with Mark, you'll discover: -What compelled Mark to do his first Ironman triathlon... -What Mark has found to be the biggest challenges for a busy and successful guy like you to stay in Ironman shape... -How Mark's training has changed much over the 12 Ironman triathlons he's completed... -How Mark tackles feeling mentally confident training “minimalist” vs. putting in more volume... -Mark's most important lessons he's learned about how to manage your time and still stay fit... -The #1 hotel room workout Mark does when he travels... -Where nutrition fits in for Mark... -What Mark you wish you’d known when you first started training for Ironman... ------------------------------------------- Resources from this episode: -US Master's Swimming -Sufferfest Cycling Workouts -Triathlon coaching with Ben Greenfield -The minimalist "Triathlon Dominator" training plan -The article: The Zen Of Getting Uber-Fit Without Neglecting Your Friends, Your Family and Your Career. -The podcast episode with Sami Inkinen "How To Maximize Triathlon Success With Minimal Training Time" Questions, comments or feedback for Mark Moses or about minimalist triathlon training programs or time management for Ironman triathlon? Leave your thoughts at BenGreenfieldFitness.com!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

https://bengreenfieldfitness.com/276 Mar 26, 2014 Podcast: 5 Ways To Get Fit In Your Car, How To Drink Less Alcohol, Natural Malaria Remedies, Headaches From Swimming, 4 Ways To Avoid Heart Arrhythmias, and Supplements for Hepatitis B. Have a podcast question for Ben? Click the tab on the right, use the Contact button on the app, call 1-877-209-9439, Skype “pacificfit” or use the “Ask Ben” form...but be prepared to wait - we prioritize audio questions over text questions. ----------------------------------------------------- News Flashes: You can get these News Flashes hot off the presses if you follow Ben on Twitter.com/BenGreenfield, Facebook.com/BGFitness and Google+. Want to get the most bang for your buck out of HIIT? Choose an elliptical over a bicycle. Body weight circuits vs. explosive strength training for runners? The latter is better. Combining weight training and high intensity intervals does NOT (as many believe) decrease rate of muscle gain. It INCREASES it! Are antioxidants REALLY effective? WellnessFX just dropped the price of it's performance panel big time, to $479. Worth a look. ----------------------------------------------------- Special Announcements: Men's Health is launching a search for the next big name in fitness. They're looking for the best trainer that they haven’t yet discovered – a fitness professional who is a top mind in the field, but who also looks the part, and who has the ability to captivate any audience. Click here to vote for Ben to be the Men's Health Top Trainer or visit BenGreenfieldFitness.com/menshealth. Ben's new book has been released. Pre-order it now and get entered into a raffle for over $5000 in swag! Just visit BeyondTrainingBook.com - and be sure to spread the word, contribute to the cause and change the way people exercise forever at Rally.org/BeyondTraining. Want some free hidden chapters, audio clips and videos from Beyond Training? Check out the Beyond Training book torrent at BenGreenfieldFitness.com/torrent! Grab this Official Ben Greenfield Fitness Gear package that comes with a tech shirt, a beanie and a water bottle. And of course, this week's top iTunes review - gets some BG Fitness swag straight from Ben - leave your review for a chance to win some! ----------------------------------------------------- Listener Q&A: As compiled, deciphered, edited and sometimes read by Brock Skywalker Armstrong, the Podcast "Sidekick". 5 Ways To Get Fit In Your Car Robert asks: He is a police officer who needs help maintaining wellness at work. Contrary to popular belief, they are not as active as you might think. He will spend up to 7 hours in the car, crowded with gear. He is worried about EMF exposure, posture problems (has to reach to the right to use the computer in the car), sitting, poor sleep (crazy hours), erratic diet. He can't just get out of the car and do burpees (not safe). He eats plant based, vegan diet. He runs and plays team sports when he can. In my response I recommend: -Hack your blood sugar study. Stand at work. -Steering wheel isometrics - pushdowns, bicep squeezes, chest flies -Body weight resistance - elbow squeeze, commuter crunch, torso twist -Deep core - kegel exercises, glute squeeze, pelvic tilts -Neck isometrics - front, back, side-to-side -Powerlung (use code BGF025 for 25% discount) and box breathing How To Drink Less Alcohol Jean asks: Are people affected differently, physiologically, by alcohol? She and her husband will have the same amount to drink and she will get negative and augmentative while he will just fall asleep. She also has more trouble having just one glass than he does. Are there some people who should just not drink alcohol due to genetics? Do you have any tips on how to have "just one" drink? In my response I recommend: -23andme genetic testing -Mucuna Dopa supplement Natural Malaria Remedies Summer asks: She gets GI issues while she runs anything over 2-3 miles. She has been taking mefloquine, a Malaria medication for travel to Uganda, weekly. Right after she takes it she feels great but by the end of the week her GI issues while running return. She has looked into the FODMAP diet but is looking for more suggestions on how to run longer distances without GI distress... other than taking mefloquine. In my response I recommend: -Colostrum -L-Glutamine -Gut Healing Pack -Enteric coated garlic -Artemisinin -Arginine Headaches From Swimming Trigraine asks: Competitive Masters runner who had transitioned into triathlon (70.3 and Olympic). She usually runs right after she swims and without fail gets migraine headaches after the run finishes (also gets swollen hands when she runs). She always drinks electrolytes while she swims and usually while she runs. She has tried plenty of drinks and electrolyte capsules but is at a loss of what to try next. In my response I recommend: -Vitamin C and greens and antioxidants for chlorine sensitivities/detox (use code BEN for 10% off EnergyBits) -Previous podcast on chlorine with

When I first heard about a device that could generate new blood vessels, remove waste from muscles, maximize flow of lymphatic fluid throughout the body, and allow muscle fibers to fire with lightning-like precision, I knew I had to do a podcast about it. It’s called a “MarcPro“, it’s a form of electrical muscle stimulation, works much differently than something like a Compex, and in today’s episode with CEO Ryan Heaney, you’re going to discover: -What is the MarcPro? -How does it help with muscle recovery? -Are there any effects on performance or strength? -Can you build muscle with it? -How is this any different than other electrical stimuation devices? -Whether you can use it during exercise. If you enjoyed this episode, you may also like: -How To Use Electrical Muscle Stimulation to Enhance Performance, Build Power and VO2 Max -Can Electrical Stimulation Devices Make You Fit or Help You Burn Fat? Do you have questions about the Marc Pro or how to use it? Leave your thoughts at BenGreenfieldFitness.com! And remember, you can get a $32 discount on the MarcPro with code “Ben” at http://www.MarcPro.com, and the website offers a very affordable $54/month payment plan!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

https://bengreenfieldfitness.com/275 Mar 19, 2014 Podcast: 5 Ways To Mitigate Damage From Endurance Sports, Should You Change Your Run Form, Is Deer Meat Healthy, Is Progesterone Dangerous, Do Standing Workstations Cause Varicose Veins, Getting Rid Of Heavy Metals, and Magnetico vs. Biomat Sleep Pads. Have a podcast question for Ben? Click the tab on the right, use the Contact button on the app, call 1-877-209-9439, Skype “pacificfit” or use the “Ask Ben” form... but be prepared to wait - we prioritize audio questions over text questions. ----------------------------------------------------- News Flashes: You can get these News Flashes hot off the presses if you follow Ben on Twitter.com/BenGreenfield, Facebook.com/BGFitness and Google+. Concerned you might die early? Here’s which biomarkers to track. Don’t have carbs with your fatty coffee. When MCT is consumed with carbs, insulin secretion inhibits mobilization your own fat stores. If “comfortable” fat loss is your thing, this isn’t for you. But if you don’t mind being cold for ~1hr/day, this is my #1 way to burn fat FAST. ----------------------------------------------------- Special Announcements: Men's Health is launching a search for the next big name in fitness. They're looking for the best trainer that they haven’t yet discovered – a fitness professional who is a top mind in the field, but who also looks the part, and who has the ability to captivate any audience. Click here to vote for Ben to be the Men's Health Top Trainer or visit BenGreenfieldFitness.com/menshealth. Two other cool things you should check out: 1) Monkii Bars Kickstarter Campaign... Remember the old-school playground? There were huge climbing towers, endless slides, tanbark, and everyone’s favorite: monkey bars. I was home a few years back visiting my parents and went down to my old elementary school playground to work out. I was in shock at what I saw. Bright plastic had replaced steel and the area around the playground was rubberized. Everything looked really safe and really boring. We created monkii bars as a tribute to the wildness we all experienced as kids on the playground. With monkii bars you can work out anywhere. Get outside and sneak in workouts at the office, on the trail or even on your next business trip. They come as a set of 2 bars, with all 18 feet of suspension line stored inside each bar. Setup is fast, it takes less than 60 seconds. Remove the line, toss it over any support structure, adjust, and work out. The strength comes from an aerospace-grade aluminum core and the beauty from a finished maple grip. 2) The Optimal Reset... Here are just a few topics covered during the Optimal Reset: Shopping & Eating Epi-Paleo...Creating Your Optimal Kitchen...Overcoming hunger and sugar cravings...Taking on the Leptin Reset...Getting started with Cold Thermogenesis (CT)...Creating optimal sleep...Healing your hormones...Getting started with biohacking...Reducing EMF exposure in your home or office...Finding a doctor to help you biohack and support your journey to optimal. Ben's new book has been released. Pre-order it now and get entered into a raffle for over $5000 in swag! Just visit BeyondTrainingBook.com - and be sure to spread the word, contribute to the cause and change the way people exercise forever at Rally.org/BeyondTraining. Want some free hidden chapters, audio clips and videos from Beyond Training? Check out the Beyond Training book torrent at BenGreenfieldFitness.com/torrent! Grab this Official Ben Greenfield Fitness Gear package that comes with a tech shirt, a beanie and a water bottle. And of course, this week's top iTunes review - gets some BG Fitness swag straight from Ben - leave your review for a chance to win some! ----------------------------------------------------- Listener Q&A: As compiled, deciphered, edited and sometimes read by Brock Skywalker Armstrong, the Podcast "Sidekick". 5 Ways To Mitigate Damage From Endurance Sports Abigail asks: She is 22 years old, has been running quite consistently since she was 16. She's been racing shorter races (5k, 10k) but really likes the idea of endurance racing. She plans to race a triathlon and some marathons with the ultimate goal of going to Greece to race the 150 mile Spartathlon. She recently read your article about how endurance athletes are unhealthy and now she is not sure that this is something she should pursue. In my response I recommend: 1) Monitoring of blood (e.g. via WellnessFX) and gut (e.g. GI Effects panel). 2) Organ meats (e.g. US Wellness Meats) and bone marrow or dessicated liver and thyroid options such as NOW Foods Argentine Liver extract and Thyrogold thyroid extract. 3) A minimalist training program like Triathlon Dominator or Marathon Dominator based on limited long workouts. 4) Consistent de-stressing protocols, particularly journaling, meditation, yoga, and all my other best ways to stop stress. 5) Eating a completely anti-inflammatory diet, particularly avoiding vegetable oil, a

Meet the amazing iceman: Wim Hof. Wim is a Dutch world record holder, adventurer and daredevil, nicknamed "the Iceman" for his ability to withstand extreme cold. He holds twenty world records - including a world record for longest ice bath, and has stayed immersed in ice for as long as 1 hour and 52 minutes and 42 seconds. In 2007, Wim attempted, but failed (due to a foot injury), to climb Mount Everest wearing nothing but shorts. Then, in 2009, he reached the top of Mount Kilimanjaro in his shorts within two days. In 2009, Wim also completed a full marathon above the polar circle in Finland, in temperatures close to −20 °C (−4 °F) - dressed in nothing but shorts. He finished the marathon in 5 hours and 25 minutes. In 2011, Hof also ran a full marathon in the Namib Desert without water. So how does the Iceman do it? Wim describes his ability to withstand extreme cold temperatures as being able to "turn his own thermostat up" by using his mind. And in today's audio episode, we're going to delve into his tips, tricks and biohacks to conquer the cold and get quantum leaps in performance, including. -How Wim uses the science of breathing to control his body temperature and resistance to the cold... -Wim's meditation technique... -How Wi ran full marathon in the desert with no water... -Whether cold thermogenesis give some kind of adaptation to perform better in heat... -Why cold doesn't really make you sick, and the true effects on the immune system... -Why Wim took a group of thrombosis patients into the icy Sweden wilderness... -How you can learn Wim's secret techniques from the Iceman himself... ----------------------------------------- Wim's Breathing Technique ...from this article on HighExistence.com: The Method 1) Get comfortable and close your eyes Sit in a meditation posture, whatever is most comfortable for you. Make sure you can expand your lungs freely without feeling any constriction. It is recommended to do this practice right after waking up since your stomach is still empty. 2) Warm Up Inhale deeply. Really draw the breath in until you feel a slight pressure from inside your chest on your solar plexus. Hold this for a moment and then exhale completely. Push the air out as much as you can. Hold this for a moment. Repeat this warm up round 15 times. 3) 30 Power Breaths Imagine you’re blowing up a balloon. Inhale through the nose and exhale through the mouth in short but powerful bursts. The belly is pulled inward when you are breathing out and is pulled outward when you are breathing in. Keep a steady pace and use your midriff fully. Close your eyes and do this around 30 times or until you feel your body is saturated with oxygen. Symptoms could be light-headedness, tingling sensations in the body, electrical surges of energy. 4) Scan your body During the 30 power breaths, delve into your body and become aware of it as possible. Trace your awareness up and down your body and use your intuition as to what parts lack energy and what parts are overflowing. Scan for any blockage between the two. Try to send energy/warmth to those blockages. Then release them deeper and deeper. Tremors, traumas and emotional releases can come up. It can be likened to kundalini rising. Feel the whole body fill up with warmth and love. Feel the negativity burn away. Often people report swirling colors and other visual imagery during this exercise. Once you encounter them, go into them, embrace them, merge with them. Get to know this inner world and how it correlates to the feeling of tension or blockages in your body. 5) The Hold After the the 30 rapid succession of breath cycles, draw the breath in once more and fill the lungs to maximum capacity without using too much force. Then push all of the air out and hold for as long as you can. Draw the chin in a bit so as to prevent air from coming in again. Really relax and open all energy channels in your body. Notice how all the oxygen is spreading around in your body. Hold the breath until you experience the gasp reflex on the top of your chest. 6) Recovery Breath Inhale to full capacity. Feel your chest expanding. Release any tension in the solar plexus. When you are at full capacity, hold the breath once more. Drop the chin to the chest and hold this for around 15 seconds. Notice that you can direct the energy with your awareness. Use this time to scan the body and see where there is no color, tension or blockages. Feel the edges of this tension, go into it, move the energy towards this black hole. Feel the constrictions burning away, the dark places fill with light. Relax the body deeper as you move further inward, let everything go. Your body knows better than you do. After 15 seconds you have completed the first round. Start this practice with one or two rounds. Try to do it daily and add two more rounds in a few days. After you feel more comfortable with holding your breath you can start to add exercises and stretches. Work up to a minimum of 15 minutes or 6 rounds wi

https://bengreenfieldfitness.com/274 In this special podcast episode, I take you into the ultimate gut reboot with special guest Tim Jackson - along with high protein diet damage, irradiated fish, getting fit in 4 minutes and much more! Get a $50 discount on ANY consultation or service from Dr. Tim Jackson at HealYourBody.org when you use code "BEN" or mention this podcast. Leave your questions, comments and feedback at BenGreenfieldFitness.com, and remember to click here to go subscribe and leave the show a rating in iTunes! ------------------------------------ New Flashes In This Episode You can get even more news flashes just like this every day by following Ben on Twitter. -The very last rules in this article are pure weight loss/plateau gold. -Contrary to popular belief, you actually burn more calories if you run a mile vs. walking a mile. -How to get fit in a few minutes a week and READ THE LAST PARAGRAPH. -High protein intake is NOT synonymous with smoking, and the high protein study was pretty flawed. Here’s why, from the guys at Examine.com. Also, here's another good breakdown of this study from Denise Minger at RawFoodSOS.com and another one from Mark Sisson at MarksDailyApple.com. -Before you stuff butter and coconut milk down the hatch indiscriminately, you may want to read this. -Radiation concerns? You should probably worry more about flying on an airplane than eating “irradiated” fish. -Pre-order Ben's new book now and get entered into a raffle for over $5000 in swag! Just visit BeyondTrainingBook.com - and be sure to spread the word, contribute to the cause and change the way people exercise forever at Rally.org/BeyondTraining. Want some free hidden chapters, audio clips and videos from the book? Check out the Beyond Training book torrent at BenGreenfieldFitness.com/torrent! -Grab this Official Ben Greenfield Fitness Gear package that comes with a tech shirt, a beanie and a water bottle. ------------------------------------ The Ultimate Gut Reboot Podcast You may remember Tim Jackson (pictured left) from the very popular article that appeared here a few weeks ago entitled Broken Gut to Big Butt: How A Busted Digestive System Can Make You Hormonally Fat. Tim also appears as a guest in Dr. Jack Kruse's "Optimal Reset" program. Dr. Tim Jackson received his undergraduate degree in Health science and chemistry from Wake Forest University in 2003. He completed his Doctorate in Physical Therapy(DPT) from the Medical University of SC in 2009. Realizing that manual therapy and orthopedic care helped only some of his patients, he began studying functional and environmental medicine, as well as digestive health, in an effort to help others achieve wellness. Dr. Tim is educated in nutritional biochemistry, digestive health and its systemic effects, as well as functional endocrinology. He recently completed the Spine portion of the Active Release Technique methodology, a system that addresses musculoskeletal trigger points and helps to expedite the healing process. Currently, Dr. Tim is working on his Functional Diagnostic Nutritionist certification. He also trained with Dr. Kendal Stewart, M.D. to learn the far-reaching implications of methylation deficits and their role in Neuro-immune syndromes. He combines his background in integrative medicine with the cutting-edge protocols developed by Dr. Stewart to optimize patient outcomes. Tim also offers long-distance consultations to help guide you through the process of addressing methylation. Unfortunately, this process requires much more than simply taking a L-5-methylfolate supplement, and you must address gut/digestive health, control inflammation, and address other SNP's (single nucleotide polymorphisms). During our discussion, you'll discover: -Why your mother and the health of her umbilical cord affects you for life... -Why digestive issues are becoming more and more common today... -The #1 best test to get to find out if you have a broken gut... -How high cortisol can damage your gut... -The best way to clean your liver... -How to do genetic testing and find out if you have polymorphisms that affect your gut... -Why you may not be making enough stomach acid, even if you're less than 35 years old... -Why you may not want to be taking probiotics every day... -How bacteria can move from your large intestine into your small intestine, and what you can do about it... -Why biofilm prevents you from obtaining optimal digestion... -And much more! Get a $50 discount on ANY consultation or service from Dr. Tim Jackson at HealYourBody.org when you use code "BEN" or mention this podcast. ------------------------------------ Resources Discussed In This Podcast -Pharmax labs probiotics for children -GI Effects 2200 Profile or CDSA through Metametrix (order via DirectLabs) -Adrenal Stress Index (ASI test) for cortisol -Adaptogenic herb TianChi to lower cortisol -24 urine hormone panel through DirectLabs -23andMe genetic testing -http://www.mthfrsupport.com/ and ht

In the article "Underground Training Tactics For Enhancing Endurance – Part 1", I introduce you to the concept of using things like resisted, restricted and hypoxic breathing to significantly increase your oxygen utilization, your lung power, your VO2 max, and your inspiratory and expiratory muscle strength and endurance. In that article, I mention a "PowerLung", which is a special portable restricted breathing device that I personally use when I'm driving around in my car, watching a movie, or waiting in line at the airport as a way to squeeze in a quick lung workout. I keep the Powerlung in my bag and just pull it out whenever I know I have a chance to boost my VO2max. It seems like cheating, but I can actually exercise my lungs just about anytime, anyplace. But how does the PowerLung thing actually work, is it proven, and can you actually increase your VO2 max without exercising? In today's audio podcast, I interview Greg Wells, Ph.D., the Assistant Professor of the Faculty of Kinesiology & Physical Education at the University of Toronto and Associate Scientist of Physiology and Experimental Medicine at The Hospital for Sick Children. During our interview, you'll learn: -Which hidden muscles use over 15% of your energy needs during exercise... -The 2 best ways to do resisted breath training... -How your body pulls precious blood away from your arms and legs if you have weak breathing muscles... -Why breathing in and out of a straw isn't a good idea... -The sets and reps you should use for potent resisted breath training workout... -How resisted breathing is different than hypoxic training... -Why doing breath training the wrong way can increase body acidity... -What kind of resisted breath devices to use if you have asthma or other lung issues... -How resisted training could actually give you a six-pack abs... -And much more! ----------------------------------------- Resources: -The PowerLung (use code BGF025 for 25% discount) -Study: Respiratory Muscle Power Before and After Training -White Paper: The Importance of Respiratory Muscle Training Inspiratory and Expiratory Muscles. -The Sick Kids Foundation (10% of proceeds when you use code BGF025 at PowerLung.com go to the Sick Kids Foundation) Questions, comments or feedback about the Powerlung? Leave you thoughts at BenGreenfieldFitness.com!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this special podcast episode, which is a recording from my PrimalCon presentation in Tulum Mexico, you'll learn endurance biohacking tips, anti-aging tips, fat loss tips and much more! All the resources I talk about in this presentation can be found by clicking here (will open in a new window). Topics I cover (slides below) include: -Why the human body has natural endurance... -Why the least important thing you need to prioritize is your stamina... -6 ways to maximize fat oxidation... -4 tricks to stand all day without getting tired... -One powerful breathing technique you can use to enhance workouts and races... -How to instantly drop your heartrate by 10 beats... -5 ways you can stop electromagnetic damage to your body now... -The best blood and gut tests to get... -2 of the best apps for building brain power... -Why soft tissue work is one of the best ways to keep your joints from damage... -How just 5 minutes per day can maximize your health... 10 Ways To Biohack Endurance from Ben GreenfieldSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The mighty Dave Asprey joins us today to put the mold-free icing on the cake with Part 3 of the popular "How To Biohack The Ultimate Healthy Home" series. In part 1 of this series with Dr. Jack Kruse, we talked about lowering your exposure to EMF, artificial light and other biological assailants in the episode "How To Biohack The Ultimate Healthy Home: Part 1"... ...and in part 2, we spoke with green architect Stephanie Horowitz about ways your home can be built or modified to make it a healthier place to live: How To Biohack The Ultimate Healthy Home: Part 2, with Stephanie Horowitz... And today, Dave and I delve into the truth about mold in your home, mycotoxins in your body, and what you can do about it, including: ------------------------ -Why mold is a serious problem in homes these days, and where a company called "Dupont" fits in... -Why even a brand new home could have mold... -The best test to know if you have mold issues in your home... -Three ways to fix your body after mold exposure... -How to test your blood for mold and mycotoxins... -Which genes make you more susceptible to mold, and how to test your genes... -Easy hacks can you add to your home to keep mold from getting there in the first place... -And the one area of an airport you must avoid... ----------------------------------- About Dave Asprey Dave is founder of The Bulletproof Executive and a Silicon Valley investor and technology entrepreneur who spent 15 years and over $300,000 to hack his own biology. He lost 100 pounds without counting calories or excessive exercise, used techniques to upgrade his brain by more than 20 IQ points, and lowered his biological age while learning to sleep more efficiently in less time. Learning to do these seemingly impossible things transformed him into a better entrepreneur, a better husband, and a better father. From private brain EEG facilities hidden in a Canadian forest to remote monasteries in Tibet, from Silicon Valley to the Andes, Dave has used hacking techniques and tried everything on himself. Be sure to check out Dave's "Upgraded Self" website for all his featured biohacks. ----------------------------------- Resources Discussed In This Episode -Dave's mold and mycotoxins talk at the Become Superhuman Live Event -Environmental Relative Mold Index -American Air Testing -Mold Profile and Mycotoxin Panel blood testing -23andme genetic testing -Amy Yasko's book - Genetic Bypass: Using Nutrition To Bypass Genetic Mutations -Bulletproof Upgraded Coconut Charcoal -Edible clay -Cholestyramine -HEPA filters Do you have questions about mold in your home, mycotoxin exposure or anything else Dave Asprey talked about? Leave your thoughts in the comments at BenGreenfieldFitness.com!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

https://bengreenfieldfitness.com/273 Feb 26, 2014 Podcast: Do-It-Yourself Fix For Leg Length Discrepancies, Which Chocolate Is Good For You, Best Ways To Learn More About Health, Exercise and Nutrition, How To Increase Balance, How To Naturally Increase Fertility, and The Best Supplements for Inflammation. Have a podcast question for Ben? Click the tab on the right, use the Contact button on the app, call 1-877-209-9439, Skype “pacificfit” or use the “Ask Ben” form... but be prepared to wait - we prioritize audio questions over text questions. ----------------------------------------------------- News Flashes: You can get these News Flashes hot off the presses if you follow Ben on Twitter.com/BenGreenfield, Facebook.com/BGFitness and Google+. Ben mentions his new Biomat from BenGreenfieldFitness.com/biomat. Another VERY good reason NOT to check your email right before that big workout or race. I KNEW that second glass of wine in the evening would come to good use... How you can your bread & eat it too (my wife does this 1x/week). In the bread news flash, Ben mentions "Hard Red Wheat" from the Palouse and this sourdough starter. ----------------------------------------------------- Special Announcements: We mention a new premium episode - a 1 hour audio recording in which Ben Greenfield helps Nate (who gave permission for Ben to record and release this episode) with inflammation, power, shoulder injuries, anti-aging, fashion and more! Ben's new book has been released. Pre-order it now and get entered into a raffle for over $5000 in swag! Just visit BeyondTrainingBook.com - and be sure to spread the word, contribute to the cause and change the way people exercise forever at Rally.org/BeyondTraining. Want some free hidden chapters, audio clips and videos from Beyond Training? Check out the Beyond Training book torrent at BenGreenfieldFitness.com/torrent! Grab this Official Ben Greenfield Fitness Gear package that comes with a tech shirt, a beanie and a water bottle. And of course, this week's top iTunes review - gets some BG Fitness swag straight from Ben - leave your review for a chance to win some! ----------------------------------------------------- Listener Q&A: As compiled, deciphered, edited and sometimes read by Brock Skywalker Armstrong, the Podcast "Sidekick". Do-It-Yourself Fix For Leg Length Discrepancies Ben asks: He has Short Leg Syndrome and is wondering who to see and what the treatments are for it. His chiropractor just wants to give him lifts. In my response I recommend: -This article on SI joint correction exercises -This video on how to self adjust your SI joint -Run With No Pain -An inversion table Which Chocolate Is Good For You? Bill asks: There is a new Dark Chocolate product out called Zen Evo Dark Chocolate. There are some different options: one with caffeine, one with Vitamin D and one plain. What are your thoughts on this product and dark chocolate in general... he knows that you are a fan! In my response I recommend: -Use code BEN for 20% discount at Zen Evo Dark Chocolate. -Evolved Eating chocolates and bacon truffles -Organic Cacao Nibs Best Ways To Learn More About Health, Exercise and Nutrition Erin asks: She has been listening to the show for 2 years and is always blown away. What do you do on a daily basis to keep up to date with the knowledge to have specific recommendations and the latest studies. How do you prepare for the podcast? Do you get the questions ahead of time and do research or do you just have things on hand to reference? Can you give and specific recommendations for someone who wants to be... more like you? In my response I recommend: -Stone Hearth Newsletters -Life Extension Magazine -QuickAndDirtyTips.com Nutrition Diva -NSCA Journals-Z-Health -Functional Medicine Certification -Examine website and book -Superhuman Coach Network How To Increase Balance Michelle asks: She had an acoustic neuroma tumour in her brain. She had surgery in 2001 to debulk the tumour and she lost all hearing and her vestibular nerve on her right side. She knows that her left side compensates for her right side but are the imbalances she has today from the surgery or just regular imbalances? Can she improve them with one legged exercises? She has trouble with one legged balances and has to really focus or grab on to something. Is there anything she can do to improve her balance? In my response I recommend: -My article on How To Increase Balance -Envi airtubes-Z-Health How To Naturally Increase Fertility Mike and Laura asks: They want to have a baby. He is already training for a race and she is wondering if things like riding a bike and taking ice baths will hurt his "swimmers". He wants to know what kind of food or supplements guys can take to help maintain or enhance his fertility. Any other advice for people trying to conceive? In my response I reccomend: -Dave Asprey's Better Baby Book -Chris Kresser's Healthy Baby Code -Cod Liver Oil (e.g. Superessentials) - 6-8g/day -Vitamin D -

Curious what it’s like to do a consult with Ben? This is a 1 hour PREMIUM audio recording in which Ben Greenfield helps Nate (who gave permission for Ben to record and release this episode) with inflammation, power, shoulder injuries, anti-aging and more! Resources mentioned during this episode: -One-on-one consultation -Sweetbeat HRV app -Wireless Polar H7 heart rate monitor -Tinké -Beastie Ball -Eating Evolved for chocolates -Foundation exercise book -EnergyBits for spirulina/chlorella (use 10% code and FREE shipping code BEN) -Citicholine TianChi -EGCG Green Tea extract -Vitamin B complex -InflammationFactor.com -DEEP30 Whey Protein -CNS Tap Test -Dan John -Breathology book -Powerlung -Active Release Therapy -ColostrumSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joseph De Sena (pictured) is 44 years old. His racing resume is the stuff of legends - over 50 ultra-endurance events overall and 14 Ironman events (in one year alone). Most of his races are 100 miles or more with a few traditional marathons in the mix. (He once said that running a 26.2 marathon distance was “adorable.”) To put things in perspective, Joe raced the Vermont 100, the Lake Placid Ironman and the Badwater Ultra… all in one week. The elevation climb for the 135-mile Badwater race, which starts hundreds of feet below sea level in Death Valley, is over 8,500 feet up to Mt. Whitney and temperatures soar into the 120’s. Joe also biked cross-country in the Furnace Creek 508 which has been coined “The Toughest 48 Hours in Sport.” Joe’s other athletic achievements include: - Raid International Ukatak: Canada, January 2001 - IditaSport: Alaska February, 2001 (1st place) - Odyssey Adventure Race: Big Island, Va., March 2001 - OAR Beast of the East: Clayton Lakes, Va., April 2001 (1st place) - Raid The North Extreme: Newfoundland, June 2001 (13th place out of 42) - Adrenaline Rush: Dublin, Ireland, July 2001 - Discovery World Championships: St. Moritz, Switzerland August, 2001 And Joe is CEO and Co-founder of the popular Spartan Race series.With over 80 events planned for 2014, Reebok Spartan Race is making obstacle racing one of the fastest growing sports in the world. This international, timed event series features races at three distances (Sprint, Super and Beast), culminating each year in World Championship finals – $300,000 in cash and prizes were awarded in 2013 alone. While featuring competitive elite heats, Reebok Spartan Races are for athletes of all levels and abilities and are geared toward ripping people off their couches and getting them into the outdoors, living a fitter life. Joe just wrote a new book entitled "Spartan Up!: A Take-No-Prisoners Guide to Overcoming Obstacles and Achieving Peak Performance in Life" and in this audio episode, we're going to delve into Joe's book, and how you can live a Spartan lifestyle while achieving peak performance in your own life. This is just Part 1. Part 2 is going to be YOUR questions for Joe. So leave your questions in the comments section under this show, and we'll get to them in Part 2! If you enjoyed this episode, you should also check out: -Look, Feel and Perform Like An Ancient Spartan Warrior – How To Become An Absolute Physical Beast -Train Like The Lone Survivor – 3 Books That Will Turn You Into A Beast: Spartan, SEALFIT and Obstacle Racing Book Reviews -The Ultimate Guide to Get Ready for an Obstacle Race, Mud Run, Spartan Race or Tough Mudder. Questions, comments or feedback about Joe DeSana and the Spartan lifestyle? Do you like Joe's take-no-prisoners approach or do you think he's too extreme? Do you have questions for Joe or Ben? Leave your thoughts at BenGreenfieldFitness.com, along with your questions for Joe!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

https://bengreenfieldfitness.com/272 Dr. Jack Kruse is one of those guys who truly unlocked the secrets of healing and optimizing the human machine, both inside and out. In other episodes, Dr. Kruse has come on the BenGreenfieldFitness podcast to talk about.. -"How To Live Like A Polar Bear And Eat Like A Great White Shark".. -"How To Biohack The Ultimate Healthy Home".. -"How You Can Use Cold Thermogenesis To Perform Like Lance Armstrong And Michael Phelps".. And today, in a preview of Dr. Kruse's brand new Optimal Reset program, we delve into 9 ways to push the reset button on your body, including: -Why Paleo diets are lacking and the foods you need to include to go a step beyond Paleo... -What you need in your kitchen to make your kitchen optimal (including where bamboo fits in).. -The one most important test you need to get to see if you are sensitive to leptin.. -Two practical ways to get started with cold thermogenesis today.. -What Apple knows about your cell phone that you don't.. -Why magnetic sleep pads so popular among biohackers could actually be bad for you.. -What the three most important blood tests are to ask your doctor for or get tested.. -One simple and easy way to find a doctor who will actually support your biohacks.. -Why women have so much trouble losing weight.. -------------------------- Resources Mentioned In This Episode General -The Optimal Reset -Jack's free "Biohacking 101" course Food -The Nori seaweed Ben wraps all his salads in -Organic herbs from Mountain Rose Herbs -Organic, grass fed meat that you can order bulk Kitchen -Bamboo cooking utensils -Cast iron cookware Resetting Leptin -a "reverse T3 test" -Install “Flux” on computer so it dims at night -Wear Encoder wristband -Wear blue light blocking glasses, especially for evening computer use. Recommend Gunnar. -Install low blue light bulbs, and put blue light blocker screen on computer -Jack's redox article Cold Thermogenesis (CT) -CoolFatBurner.com vest Reducing EMF -Use dirty electricity filters in main rooms of house (recommend Greenwave filters) -Use airtube headset on phone (recommend “Envi airtube“) Creating Optimal Sleep -Reverse Osmosis filter -Whole House Structured water filter (that Ben uses) -The Magnetico sleep mat -The Biomat sleep mat (sleep on or put your water on) Blood Tests -HS-CRP/DHEA/Vitamin D -WellnessFX testing Finding A Doctor -HealthProfs.com -FunctionalMedicine.org -Naturopathic.org -PrimalDocs.com -PaleoPhysiciansNetwork.com -CuroSeven.com (for the UK) Healing Your Hormones - The Heal Your Hormones bootcamp -23andme genetic testing -------------------------- The Optimal Reset The Optimal Reset is a free 90 Day program with Dr. Kruse (and special guests including myself) to help you reverse disease, lose weight, clean up your diet, get in shape, heal your hormones, build your medical team and more. Speakers include: -Dr. Bonlie on Super-Detoxing Magnetism... -Ben Greenfield on Biohacking Sports Performance... -Dave Asprey on Stress -Ameer Rosic on Sleep -Dr. Kendal Stewart from Neurobiologix on Fertility -Heather Brown from eMeals on Meal Planning -Dr. Bhavesh Patel on Path to Optimal for Busy Executives -Gretchen Bronson on The Affordable Care Act -Michael Neuert on How to Prevent EMFs in Your Home -Dr. Tim Jackson on Why We Have Trouble Losing Weight -Dr. John Sorrentino on Dentistry -Evan Brand on Our Nature Deficiency The webinars are free for the first 24 hours of the live presentation and the entire Optimal Reset package can also be purchased to listen at your own rate. Click here to register for free for the Optimal Reset now to get the full schedule and list of special offers and bonuses.. ..and leave your questions, comments and feedback about the "9 Ways to Push the Reset Button On Your Body" at BenGreenfieldFitness.com!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BJ Tucker is a long distance runner, health advocate, father of 5 and has been married for 28 years. His journey started 2 1/2 years ago when he was tired of being overweight, tired and not able to walk up a flight of stairs without losing his breath. So he started eating plants. And running. And eliminating alcohol and grains. Since then he has lost 75 pounds, and become a successful long distance runner with achievements like back-to-back marathons. BJ recently featured my "10 Steps To Mastering A Plant Based Diet" post on his website. Why was BJ so interested in that? Because BJ is a self-described "plant-powered athlete". He eats no meat. So in today's audio podcast, I ask BJ: Questions: -How did you lose 75 pounds over the past 2 years? -Where did alcohol fit into the picture for you? -How do you manage to eat a plant-based diet and yet go, as Vinnie Tortorich says, "NSNG"? Aren't grains very common on a plant-based diet? -It's no secret that plant-based diets often contradict what I personally recommend here at BenGreenfieldFitness - namely a high-fat diet combined with avoidance of long, slow cardio. But you eat a plant-based diet and run long distances. Are you concerned about your blood work, hormones or gut, or do you pay attention to that? -What's your running protocol look like? Do you have any special strategies you want to share, such as run-walk protocols, pacing methods, etc? -Do you strength train, and if so, what do you do? -How do you manage 5 kids, a successful marriage and long distance running? Any tips for our audience? -Does your family also eat a plant-based diet? If so, do your kids ever ask about eating meat? Do you have questions, comments or feedback about how to lose 75 pounds by eating plants? Leave your questions, comments and feedback at BenGreenfieldFitness.com and BJ or I will reply!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Barry Murray is a guy I have had my eye on for awhile. Every once in a while he mysteriously pops up on a forum or Facebook thread I'm following, and talks about just having killed some ultra-race out in the middle of nowhere, or completed an epic mountain run... ...on nothing but a bit of butter or coconut oil the day before. He's doing some crazy workouts in a fasted state, and yet managing to pull off amazing feats of physical performance. And furthermore, he's not a diet hack - the dude actually knows his stuff - with a degree in Chemistry (BSc) and a Masters (MSc) in Sports Nutrition. He works with professional cyclists, triathletes, distance runners and last year worked as Sports Nutritionist to the BMC Professional Cycling Team. Yes, that BMC Professional Cycling Team. Like I mentioned, Barry is also a competitive endurance athlete himself and races in ultramarathon events. He represented his country at the 2011 World Ultra Trail Championships, and has won several ultra trail marathons, placed 2nd at one of the UK’s toughest 100mile ultras, and has also set national records for trail routes over the Dublin mountains. So how does Barry (pictured right) do it? You find out in today's audio interview, in which Barry and I talk about: -How Barry got into fasted workouts... -An overview of the mechanism, function and exactly what happens inside your body when you combine fasting and exercise... -The steps to becoming fat-adapted, and how long it takes... -What types of workouts, athletes and sports fasting and exercise is good for, not not good for... -Whether elite or world class athletes combine fasting and exercising or racing... -What happens when fasting and exercise go wrong... -How today's Primal and Paleo recommendations can mislead people... -How to get started with fasted exercise, where it can take you, and how far you can go... Additional Resources: -How To Turn Yourself Into A Fat Burning Machine By Fasting For 24 Hours Then Going Out And Do Monster Workouts Without Bonking. -A Deep Dive Into Ketosis: How Navy Seals, Extreme Athletes & Busy Executives Can Enhance Physical and Mental Performance With The Secret Weapon of Ketone Fuel. -The Great Ketogenic Ironman Experiment – Can You Go Low-Carb And Be A Fast Endurance Athlete Without Destroying Your Body? -Jack Kruse Tells You How To Live Like A Polar Bear And Eat Like A Great White Shark. -Barry's website: www.OptimumNutrition4Sport.com Do you have questions about combining fasting and exercise? Comments or feedback from the interview? Leave your thoughts at BenGreenfieldFitness.com!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

https://bengreenfieldfitness.com/271 Feb 12, 2014 Podcast: When Is It Safe To Exercise After Being Sick, Vinegar For Fat Loss, Mucus In Your Stool, How To Fix Your Colon, Why Your Stomach Sticks Out, Can A Yeast Infection Cause Alcohol Cravings, and Building Swim Endurance. Have a podcast question for Ben? Use the Contact button on the app, call 1-877-209-9439, Skype “pacificfit” or use the “Ask Ben” form... but be prepared to wait - we prioritize audio questions over text questions. ----------------------------------------------------- News Flashes: You can get these News Flashes hot off the presses if you follow Ben on Twitter.com/BenGreenfield, Facebook.com/BGFitness and Google+. Here’s why cheaters, dopers & steroid users shouldn’t be allowed back into the sport afterwards. Problem #1 with the “Vitamin C & Vitamin E ruin endurance” study - they used dl (synthetic) form of Vitamin E. Problem #2 with the “Vitamin C & Vitamin E ruin endurance” study - they used ascorbic acid (fake) form of Vitamin C. (I also mention American Nutraceuticals Vitality C and SuperBerry) ----------------------------------------------------- Special Announcements: March 1-6, 2014: PrimalCon Vacation Tulum Mexico 2014! Join Ben and Jessa Greenfield, Mark Sisson, Cate Shanahan, Darryl Edwards, and other leaders in the Paleo (plus Brock), Primal and Ancestral Health community to celebrate healthy living in style - at the magnificent Dreams Tulum Resort and Spa, an all-inclusive 5-star resort on the Mayan Riviera. You'll be immersed in outdoor fitness workouts, luxurious health food, exploring Mayan ruins, lots of beach time, fun in the sun - and much more! Click here to get in now, and be sure to tell them Ben Greenfield sent you to get all-star treatment! Ben's new book has been released. Pre-order it now and get entered into a raffle for over $5000 in swag! Just visit BeyondTrainingBook.com - and be sure to spread the word, contribute to the cause and change the way people exercise forever at Rally.org/BeyondTraining. Grab this Official Ben Greenfield Fitness Gear package that comes with a tech shirt, a beanie and a water bottle. And of course, this week's top iTunes review - gets some BG Fitness swag straight from Ben - leave your review for a chance to win some! ----------------------------------------------------- Listener Q&A: As compiled, deciphered, edited and sometimes read by Brock Skywalker Armstrong, the Podcast "Sidekick". When Is It Safe To Exercise After Being Sick? Daniel asks: He has been diagnosed with pneumonia and has been off training for 3 days already. Aside from wanting to heal quickly, not get too out of shape, and mitigate the damage from the antibiotics - he also would like to know how quickly he can return to training once he is better. In my response I recommend: - My article "Can you Exercise IF You're Sick" -Electrostimulation -Vibration Vinegar For Fat Loss Eric asks: He would like to hear your opinion of vinegar as a fat loss supplement. Is this a myth of should it be a part of your daily dietary consumption? In my response I recommend: -Raw, unpasteurized, gluten-free apple cider vinegar Mucus In Your Stool Holly asks: She has been using your Detox Gut Healing Pack for about 5 days and in the last 2 days she has noticed some mucus or jelly in her bowel motions. This worried her a bit as her nursing background tells her that is indicative of inflammation. She knows the pack is gentle and shouldn't be causing any inflammation but she would like to know what could be causing this and if you have heard of people having a mucus reaction before. How To Fix Your Colon Josh asks: A family member has been diagnosed with colon cancer and had to have a large amount of his colon removed. They found the cancer while they were doing a routine appendectomy so now he has no appendix and very little colon. Is there any supplement or dietary advice you would give him? In my response I recommend: -Our previous podcast on the appendix -Probiotics -Vitamin D spray or liquid -Colorectal Recovery Program Why Your Stomach Sticks Out Michael asks: He has fairly low body fat but for some reason his stomach sticks out and makes him look fat even though he is not fat. Do you have any suggestions, diet or exercise, that could get rid of this abdominal distention? In my response I recommend: -Autoimmune Paleo diet -SCD Diet Can A Yeast Infection Cause Alcohol Cravings? Richard asks: Over the last few years he has needed to drink more and more wine in order to get the same effect. It's almost like a craving - he opens a bottle and keeps going until "the job is done" rather than just enjoying a glass. He feels that it is a sugar craving and is wondering if it could be candida (he also wonders if the candida could have contributed to his needing a heart bypass a few years ago). His plan to kill the candida by drinking hefty amounts of New Zealand pinot noir doesn't seem to be working :) Could you talk about what candida is and how

Mike Greer is one bad-ass old dude. I first met Mike at the Become Superhuman live event. The guy wandered into our morning workout and proceeded to destroy a handful of fit young guys and girls at burpees, lunges, push-ups and Turkish get-ups. With his Ironman gear and well-tanned skin, I figured he was one of these 50-some year-old triathlete workout enthusiasts. Then I found out he was 75. As I got to know him, one of the first things I learned about Mike Greer is this: just call him Greer. The guy has worn many hats over the years: entrepreneur who has started over eight businesses, a military career as a retired Lt. Colonel, a football player, a seven-time Ironman triathlete, the past president of the board of USA Triathlon, the president of the board and CEO of the Obstacle Racing Association, in the Texas Triathlon Hall of Fame, a father, grandfather, and a freaking great-grandfather...the list goes on and on and on. Greer has what he calls “Eleven Points of Healthy Ageless Living”, and in this audio podcast episode, we delve into his anti-aging tips and ageless living secrets, including: -What Greer means when he says "healthy, ageless living"... -How to live an active sex life as you get older, and why you need to do it... -Greer's tips for eating to live as long as possible... -Greer's exercise protocol for healthy, ageless living... -Why holding a grudge is one of the worst things you can do for your longevity... -How stress can actually make you live longer... -Greer's biggest mistake he's made that you can learn from... -Greer's biggest tip for achieving amazing feats of physical performance without destroying your body... If you enjoyed this episode, you may also want to tune into: -7 Natural Anti-Aging Strategies That Will Stop Your Body From Getting Prematurely Old And Worn-Down. -Why You’re Aging Faster And 5 Things You Can Do About It. -The Zen Of Aging: How To Stay Fit and Look Amazing As You Get Older. Questions, comments or feedback about Mike Greer and his anti-aging tips? Leave your thoughts at BenGreenfieldFitness.com!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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https://bengreenfieldfitness.com/270 Feb 5, 2014 Podcast: Natural Remedies For Snoring, Weight Training For Endurance Athletes, Can D-Ribose Reverse Heart Disease, How to Lose Weight With A Low Thyroid, Train For A Marathon Without Losing Muscle, and Sports Nutrition For Females. Have a podcast question for Ben? Use the Contact button on the app, call 1-877-209-9439, Skype “pacificfit” or use the “Ask Ben” form... but be prepared to wait - we prioritize audio questions over text questions. ----------------------------------------------------- News Flashes: You can get these News Flashes hot off the presses if you follow Ben on Twitter.com/BenGreenfield, Facebook.com/BGFitness and Google+. Foam rolling doesn’t help performance. Soreness: yes. But performance: no. It’s not as much about how long you sit during the day as it is how much PROLONGED unbroken sitting time you have. Is Vitamin D really useless? (in which I recommend this comprehensive treatise on supplements from Examine). ----------------------------------------------------- Special Announcements: March 1-6, 2014: PrimalCon Vacation Tulum Mexico 2014! Join Ben and Jessa Greenfield, Mark Sisson, Robb Wolf, Cate Shanahan, Darryl Edwards, and other leaders in the Paleo (plus Brock), Primal and Ancestral Health community to celebrate healthy living in style - at the magnificent Dreams Tulum Resort and Spa, an all-inclusive 5-star resort on the Mayan Riviera. You'll be immersed in outdoor fitness workouts, luxurious health food, exploring Mayan ruins, lots of beach time, fun in the sun - and much more! Click here to get in now, and be sure to tell them Ben Greenfield sent you to get all-star treatment! Ben's new book has been released. Pre-order it now and get entered into a raffle for over $5000 in swag! Just visit BeyondTrainingBook.com. Get in on the single most in-depth, life-changing paleo event EVER. Created & hosted By the World’s Biggest Paleo Community. Register now for PaleoCon. Grab this Official Ben Greenfield Fitness Gear package that comes with a tech shirt, a beanie and a water bottle. And of course, this week's top iTunes review - gets some BG Fitness swag straight from Ben - leave your review for a chance to win some! ----------------------------------------------------- Listener Q&A: As compiled, edited and sometimes read by Brock, the Ben Greenfield Fitness Podcast "sidekick". Natural Remedies For Snoring Ari asks:About 4 years ago he had his deviated flare septum fixed. The doctor also coblated the turbinates. The doc said he would likely need to have the coblated again. Immediately after the surgery, for about a year, he didn't snore at all and his sense of smell was great. Eventually he could feel them swelling up again and now days he snores a lot and had a terrible sense of smell. He has used xylitol spray and breathe right strips and they work well but are annoying. Do you have any advice on swollen turbanites or snoring? In my response I recommend: -Pulse Oximeter with Memory Function -"My Snoring Solution" -American Academy of Craniofacial Pain -North American Association of Facial Orthotropics Weight Training For Endurance Athletes Joe asks: He is a weak cyclist who wants to build power quickly but doesn't want to spend hours riding in Zone 2. He uses intervals but is wondering if a tough, high rep squat routine would help with that (like the one we are doing from Dan John). He is also wondering if you are still doing the cold showers even while doing the Mass Gain Protocol. In my response I recommend: -Ultimate Weight Training Guide for Endurance Athletes -This study on weight training for endurance -CoolFatBurner and CoolGutBurner Can D-Ribose Reverse Heart Disease? Keith asks: He recently read a book about reversing heart disease by Dr. Sinatra. In it, the doctor recommends taking D-Ribose. Do you know how effective D-Riboseis for reversing heart disease? They recommend at least 5000/day. In my response I recommend: -X2Performance -D-Ribose powder How to Lose Weight With A Low Thyroid Kim asks: She is about 80lbs overweight and is wondering if you have advice for someone with a thyroid condition to speed up weight loss? Are there any supplements that are safe to take when on synthroid? Sanket asks:His wife has Hashimoto's thyroiditis and one of her alternative doctors is encouraging her to try a brain mapping exercise to reset the connections in her brain and help heal the Hashimoto's. He is wondering if this would work or if this is even a safe thing to go. Have you heard of this? Do you know what the risk is? In my response I recommend: -Desiccated thyroid -Thyrogold -Why Do I Still Have Thyroid Symptoms? when My Lab Tests Are Normal: a Revolutionary Breakthrough in Understanding Hashimoto's Disease and Hypothyroidism -Paleo Autoimmune diet -Case studies on Hashimoto's Encephalopathy Train For A Marathon Without Losing Muscle Mary asks:She recently transitioned from endurance sports to physique competitor. She is runnin

In this special app exclusive interview, podcast sidekick Brock Skywalker Armstrong sits down with Mark Kennedy to talk about his new iPhone app (soon to be Android) called Fuel My Run - the first running app that lets you track your workouts, while helping you take in enough fuel to finish your run strong. Mark is a former Kinesiologist that applies his knowledge with vigor to his day-to-day life. He completed his Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology at the Simon Fraser University in Vancouver, Canada. Mark’s past experiences include working as an Exercise Therapist within a clinical setting and as a Personal Trainer. His work involved conducting ergonomic work-site assessment, rehabilitating injured workers back into the workplace, training professional athletes, performing fitness assessments and prescribing sport-specific fitness routines. Find out more at www.healthynomics.com During the interview we mention: -Mark's blog and podcast -FuelMyRun on iTunes -This podcast with Dr Stellingwerff See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

https://bengreenfieldfitness.com/269 Jan 29, 2014 Podcast: Which supplements can you replace with real food, how to grow more facial hair, calories in protein vs. amino acids, are energy drinks acidic, can healthy foods be inflammatory, and how yo-yo dieting destroys your metabolism. Have a podcast question for Ben? Use the Contact button on the app, call 1-877-209-9439, Skype “pacificfit” or use the “Ask Ben” form... but be prepared to wait - we prioritize audio questions over text questions. ----------------------------------------------------- News Flashes: You can get these News Flashes hot off the presses if you follow Ben on Twitter.com/BenGreenfield, Facebook.com/BGFitness and Google+. Interesting: The effects of caffeine, nicotine, ethanol, and tetrahydrocannabinol on exercise performance. 3-6 cups of coffee per day hydrate you just as well as water. Mmm…beet juice with your coffee anyone? LOTS of beet juice? Feeling an urge to snack, hunger or cravings? Maybe you just need to go exercise. ----------------------------------------------------- Special Announcements: March 1-6, 2014: PrimalCon Vacation Tulum Mexico 2014! Join Ben and Jessa Greenfield, Mark Sisson, Robb Wolf, Cate Shanahan, Darryl Edwards, and other leaders in the Paleo (plus Brock), Primal and Ancestral Health community to celebrate healthy living in style - at the magnificent Dreams Tulum Resort and Spa, an all-inclusive 5-star resort on the Mayan Riviera. You'll be immersed in outdoor fitness workouts, luxurious health food, exploring Mayan ruins, lots of beach time, fun in the sun - and much more! Click here to get in now, and be sure to tell them Ben Greenfield sent you to get all-star treatment! How to REV the Human Machine: Recover Your Body. Your human body is capable of "superhuman" performance and recovery if you are given the proper user's manual. 60-minute Livestream class Friday, January 31st at 12:00PM PST. Register NOW! Ben's new book has been released. Pre-order it now and get entered into a raffle for over $5000 in swag! Just visit BeyondTrainingBook.com. Get in on the single most in-depth, life-changing paleo event EVER. Created & hosted By the World’s Biggest Paleo Community. Register now for PaleoCon. Grab this Official Ben Greenfield Fitness Gear package that comes with a tech shirt, a beanie and a water bottle. And of course, this week's top iTunes review - gets some BG Fitness swag straight from Ben - leave your review for a chance to win some! ----------------------------------------------------- Listener Q&A: As compiled, edited and sometimes read by Brock, the Ben Greenfield Fitness Podcast "sidekick". Which Supplements Can You Replace With Real Food? Anil asks:He wants to have six-pack abs, good shoulders, biceps and triceps but he doesn't want to take any protein powders or supplements - he only wants to use real natural foods. Is this possible and if he doesn't use supplements how much longer will it take to achieve? How To Grow More Facial Hair Beard asks:He wants to grow a bad-ass beard but he has very patchy facial hair growth right now. Is there any food, supplement, cream, or ointment he can use to help grow a better beard? In my response I recommend: -Emu oil -Amia oil -Lifeshotz -Hormone Pack (better than testosterone supplements which may get converted into DHT) Calories in Protein vs. Amino Acids Connor asks:He is wondering how we actually get calories from protein. When he looks at the back of a particular protein supplement it shows 4 calories per gram of protein but when he looks at a bottle of amino acids it has zero calories in it. How does this work? Also, how could this relate to staying in ketosis? In my response I recommend: -MAP -This Endurance Planet episode on amino acids Are Energy Drinks Acidic? EnergyDrink asks:Her grandson (21 years old) is consuming 6 to 8 Monster Energy drinks per day and is complaining of bad stomach cramps and coughing up blood. Could the Monster drinks be causing this problem? In my response I recommend: -Erosive potential of energy drinks on the dentine surface Can Healthy Foods Be Inflammatory? Glen asks: He read the book called The Plan by Lyn-Genet Recitas. What do you think of The Plan's strategy to finding foods that may be inflammatory to your system? What are your criticisms or praises of the systems set forth in this book? In my response I recommend: -Paleo Autoimmune diet -Inflammation Factor website How Yo-Yo Dieting Destroys Your Metabolism Jessica asks:She is a 22-year-old former Div 1 Tennis player. She has been yo-yo dieting for a while now (between 23% and 12% body fat). She is worried that she has hurt her metabolism through this yo-yoing. In my response I recommend: -Ben Recommends -Perfect Health Diet -Calorie Myth ----------------------------------------------------- -- And don't forget to go to BenGreenfieldFitness.com/love! -- Prior to asking your question, do a search in upper right hand corner of this website for the keywords associated

https://bengreenfieldfitness.com/268 Jan 22, 2014 Podcast: How To Understand Your Genotype, Are Multivitamins A Waste of Money, Should You Use Orthotics, How To Rebuild Nerves, How To Use Fermented Foods, and Substitutes For Foam Rolling. Have a podcast question for Ben? Click the Contact button on the app, call 1-877-209-9439, Skype “pacificfit” or use the “Ask Ben” form... but be prepared to wait - we prioritize audio questions over text questions. ----------------------------------------------------- News Flashes: You can get these News Flashes hot off the presses if you follow Ben on Twitter.com/BenGreenfield, Facebook.com/BGFitness and Google+. This article is bull. Very good up-to-date sleep article, including fact that melatonin works & you don’t build tolerance. What do you think of this? Do you use tylenol to “kill the pain” during exercise? Think it’s safe? ----------------------------------------------------- Special Announcements: March 1-6, 2014: PrimalCon Vacation Tulum Mexico 2014! Join Ben and Jessa Greenfield, Mark Sisson, Robb Wolf, Cate Shanahan, Darryl Edwards, and other leaders in the Paleo (plus Brock), Primal and Ancestral Health community to celebrate healthy living in style - at the magnificent Dreams Tulum Resort and Spa, an all-inclusive 5-star resort on the Mayan Riviera. You'll be immersed in outdoor fitness workouts, luxurious health food, exploring Mayan ruins, lots of beach time, fun in the sun - and much more! Click here to get in now, and be sure to tell them Ben Greenfield sent you to get all-star treatment! Ben's new book has been released. Pre-order it now and get entered into a raffle for over $5000 in swag! Just visit BeyondTrainingBook.com. Get in on the single most in-depth, life-changing paleo event EVER. Created & hosted By the World’s Biggest Paleo Community. Register now for PaleoCon. Want a done-for-you coaching package with Ben? Check out the new Black Box Coaching Package. Grab this Official Ben Greenfield Fitness Gear package that comes with a tech shirt, a beanie and a water bottle. And of course, this week's top iTunes review - gets some BG Fitness swag straight from Ben - leave your review for a chance to win some! ----------------------------------------------------- Listener Q&A: As compiled, edited and sometimes read by Brock, the Ben Greenfield Fitness Podcast "sidekick". How To Understand Your Genotype Allie asks:Her brother has the ApoE 3,4 genotype and high cholesterol. This genotype indicates that he is more likely respond to dietary changes in fat. They say that he should be eating a low-fat diet but they don't explain what that means. Do you have any advice what kinds of fat he should eat/avoid OR if a low fat diet is actually good for that genotype. In my response I recommend: -23andme genetic testing -The APO E Gene Diet book -Sterling’s App at MTHFRsupport.com or Genetic Genie’s Methylation Analysis and Detox Profile. Are Multivitamins A Waste of Money? Jason asks: He read about the "Are multivitamins a waste of money?" article on CNN.com referencing a paper in the Annals of Internal Medicine which says that "using supplements and multivitamins to prevent chronic conditions is a waste of money". What is your take on that? Should You Use Orthotics? Amy asks:She has just returned to running from some time off due to a foot injury. She hasn't been back long and she is already having foot issues again. Where would you recommend going to get some good advice and diagnostics done on her feet or running gait. She feels like her podiatrist is just a glorified orthotic salesman. In my response I recommend: -Correct Toes How To Rebuild Nerves Katie asks:Her father was just released from hospital/rehab after 42 days from Guillain-Barré syndrome as a result of a flu shot. He is currently in a wheel chair and cannot walk. Do you know any supplements or foods that will help rebuild his nerves and speed his healing? In my response I recommend: -The Flu and Flu Vaccines: What's Coming Through That Needle? -Autoimmune Paleo Diet -Listening to podcast 235 in which I introduce nerve pain fixes and: -A whole food antioxidant that includes vitamin B, D, E and wild plant derivatives, such as LifeShotz. High omega 3 fatty acids and GLA intake, including borage oil, Natural painkillers from something like phenocane, High magnesium intake, a zinc supplement, and glutathione. How To Use Fermented Foods Kelly asks: She listened to your podcast "Top 5 Reason Athletes Get Fat" and you recommend eating a variety of fermented foods. She makes her Kombucha and drinks it every day. Is that bad? Should she be seeking out different sources instead of getting all her bacteria from one place? In my response I recommend: -Caprobiotics -www.Immunitrition.com -www.rejuvenative.com/categories/Raw-Cultured-Vegetables/ -http://www.culturesforhealth.com/ Substitutes For Foam Rolling Hugo asks: He knows that you love the Rumble Rollerbut real foam rollers can be expensive. Is there any r

I used to be an indoor cycling instructor. I absolutely loved it. It was really part of my identity. People called me the "Spin Nazi" and everybody knew if you wanted to really get your butt kicked, you should show up to Ben Greenfield's evening spin class. It was pure joy for me to put together a 60 minute killer soundtrack, strap on the wireless microphone and lead my cycling troops into battle for a solid hour. I must admit - teaching that spin class three times per week for 3 years gave me mutant-like lungs and rock-solid legs. And whether you want to become a better cyclist or triathlete, or you just want the beautiful legs and toned butt that you see in many cyclists, there's no denying that indoor cycling (AKA "spinning") can be a potent way to cross-train, to get better lungs and to develop impressive glutes. But there are many, many things that happen during indoor spinning classes that people simply should not be doing – indoor cycling moves that can be very dangerous for knees and backs, spinning styles that can be ineffective for weight loss and fitness, and a general lack of good knowledge among certified spinning or fitness instructors about how to actually teach the spinning or indoor cycling class. So in today's audio episode, I have indoor cycling expert Jennifer Sageto tell you exactly how to make sure your indoor cycling class isn't destroying your body or wasting your time. Jennifer was previously a guest on the BenGreenfieldFitness episodes: -"10 Ways To Get More Out Of Your Indoor Cycling." -"A Spinning & Indoor Cycling Instructor Gets A Bit Hot Under the Collar." Today Jennifer is back, and she’s on a mission to clean up spinning and indoor cycling around the world. Jennifer is the mastermind behind the Indoor Cycling Association, an online educational resource for indoor cycling instructors. She is also the author of the excellent Indoor Cycling book "Keep it Real" - which is chock full of practical tips, workouts and sage advice for beginner, intermediate, and advanced indoor cyclists. -What kind of spin classes are a complete waste of your time... -Specific moves that you must avoid if you're going to do indoor cycling... -How much you should stand up vs. sit down when you're riding indoors... -When cycling at an extremely high RPM is OK, and when it becomes dangerous... -What kind of education it takes to become an indoor cycling instructor... -3 things you should do when you walk into a spin class to ensure your bike is ready... -Whether you should ride in an "aero" position on a spin bike... -Why Ben's favorite way to get an indoor cycling workout is with "Sufferfest" videos... Do you have questions about whether your indoor cycling class is bad for you? Leave your feedback at BenGreenfieldFitness.com and Jennifer or I will reply!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When you’re scrambling to slim down for the New Year or burn fat fast to get ready for swimsuit season, doing a quick crash course cleanse may seem like an easy way to get things done. After all, detox diets promise to help you shed pounds fast, flush out toxins from your gut, liver, kidney or colon, give your digestive system a much-needed break, eliminate brain fog, maximize energy levels, cure your food cravings, and even improve your hair, skin and nails. The problem is, detoxes can be dangerous. Often, much of the weight loss is due to muscle wasting, self-cannibalization and dangerous levels of dehydration. This can result in a long-term lowering of your metabolism, hormonal imbalances and a body that easily becomes fatigued, overtrained, skinny-fat, and more likely to gain weight in the future. Worse yet, as I discussed in the recent root canals podcast, many detoxes (especially heavy metal detoxes) leach metals and other toxins into the bloodstream. If you have a leaky blood brain barrier caused by lack of sleep, stress, inflammation, food intolerances, overtraining, airline travel or any other biological assailant, these metals and toxins can end up in your neural tissue and cause brain fog, mental fatigue and neural damage. But not all detox diets are harmful. So to help you distinguish the difference between dangerous detox fads and truly helpful cleanse, to jumpstart your New Year and to give you a safe way to clean your body, balance your hormones and spark safe and lasting fat loss, Ben and Jessa Greenfield sit down in this podcast and give you their entertaining take on the 8 most popular detox diets, including: -The BluePrintCleanse -The Cooler Cleanse -Jill Pettijohn Nutritional Cleanses -The Master Cleanse -David Kirsch 48-Hour Super Charged Cleanse -Dr. Junger's Clean Gut Program -Martha’s Vineyard Diet -Kaeng Raeng After Ben and Jessa tell you about the pros and cons of each detox diet, they then turn off the mic and keep going for Part 2 of this Detox Special Podcast, which is only available to BenGreenfieldFitness Inner Circle members. In Part 2, available in both video and audio by clicking here and joining the Inner Circle, Ben and Jessa reveal Ben's #1 recommended way to detox (hundreds of dollars less expensive than popular detox diets), discuss Jessa's questions about detoxes, and answer listener questions about detox diets, including: Summary and Detox Resources For more resources on detoxing, check out: -The Zen of Taking A Good Poop -How Much Fiber To Eat, Where To Get Your Fiber, And Is Fiber *Really* Killing Your Insides? -How To Detox – A Quick Primer On How To Cleanse Your Body For The New Year (Without Going To Some Expensive Resort On A Mountaintop) -How To Fix Your Gut: 9 Bad Things That Happen When Your Digestion Goes Wrong, How To Hit The Reboot Button & The Best Way To Detox Your Body. -Why Healthy Eaters Can Still Have Broken Guts, and What You Can Do About It. Other detox resources Ben and Jessa discuss in this episode include: Testing: -CDSA 2.0 with Parasitology Gut Test -WellnessFX Baseline Panel or Top 10 Tests from DirectLabs Diets: -The Paleo Autoimmune Diet -The SCD Diet Supplements: -Ben's recommended Gut Healing Pack (use the oil of oregano in this pack as the 15-20 drops 3x/day, and take everything else according to bottle instructions) -Metal Free Heavy Metal Detoxification Formula -follow spray instructions on bottle, use for 30-60 days -Liposomal Glutathione - 2-3 sprays under tongue and hold for 20-30 seconds, use for 30-60 days -6mg of iodine per day – use for 30-60 days -Oral magnesium in supplemental form before bedtime (around 400-600mg/day, or until you get loose stool) -A high quality greens supplement – use for detox maintenance -For colon detox, highly recommended to include 30-60 days of Colorectal Recovery Program if you get constipation, gas, bloating, diarrhea, etc. If you use this, then you can skip the magnesium and greens listed above Gear: -Use Squatty Potty for any bowel movements -If you can afford one, sleep or spend 20-30 minute sessions each day laying on Biomat -Clean up your house with Ben's recommended safe and clean household cleaners and personal care products Questions, comments or feedback about the most popular detox diets or how to detox? Leave your questions at BenGreenfieldFitness.com, and be sure to sign up for the BenGreenfieldFitness Inner Circle for access to Part 2 of this episode!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the podcast episode How To Biohack The Ultimate Healthy Home: Part 1, Jack Kruse taught us about microwaves, EMF's, infrared lighting, and much more... ...and in Part 2, which you can now listen to below or download for later, architect Stephanie Horowitz fills us in on the best design concepts for a new home, ways that the air, lighting and flooring in your home can affect your health, and how to fix an old home to make it healthier. During this audio, you'll discover: -Why a brand new home can still destroy your health and negatively affect your family... -How your home’s lighting affects your health, and specific lighting strategies to increase your exposure to natural light... -How the airflow in your home affects your health, and the best air filters to use... -Exactly what to do about mold, mildew and other mycotoxins in your home... -Why carpet is one of the worst things you could have in your home... -How to screen for volatile organic compounds (VOC's) and formaldehyde... -Why you need to be worried if you have an attached garage, and what you can do about it... -How you can use alternate energy sources to save money on your home... -Why a free energy audit is one of the best things you can do this year... Resources Stephanie and I discuss during this episode: -Stephanie's Ultra Low Energy Lifestyle TedX talk -Black out shades for the bedroom -HEPA air filter -Green Label plus carpets and flooring -Flor modular carpet tiles -The Green Housekeeping book -Environmental Working Group (EWG) website -Building A Healthy House (free .pdf) -Free energy audits from Energy.gov Leave your questions, comments and feedback at BenGreenfieldFitness.com, and be sure to tune into "Biohacking A Healthy Home: Part 3" podcast coming up next month with Bulletproof Exec Dave Asprey!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

https://bengreenfieldfitness.com/267 Jan 8, 2014 Podcast: How Root Canals Can Destroy Your Health, Natural Remedies for Stomach Ulcers, The Best Kind Of Garlic To Use, How to Get Rid Of Car Sickness, How Long Should You Rest After Interval Training, What Supplements To Use Before Workouts, and How To Train For An Ultramarathon? Have a podcast question for Ben? Click the Contact button on the app, call 1-877-209-9439, Skype “pacificfit” or use the “Ask Ben” form... but be prepared to wait - we prioritize audio questions over text questions. ----------------------------------------------------- News Flashes: You can get these News Flashes hot off the presses if you follow Ben on Twitter.com/BenGreenfield, Facebook.com/BGFitness and Google+. This may disturb strict fasting+exercise enthusiasts, but turns out that eating during your workout BOOSTS metabolism. Here's another sleep hack stack for you: one dropperful Kava Kava + Valerian Root + Passionflower. Holy cow, this is cool. You can run on water. ----------------------------------------------------- Special Announcements: Jan 12, 6:30pm Pacific/9:30pm Eastern: How To Detox Your Body For The New Year! It’s time to shatter dangerous detox myths, learn how to hit the reboot button on your body, and achieve a safe, nourishing, life-changing cleanse for the New Year. Visit the BenGreenfieldFitness Inner Circle to get in now! March 1-6, 2014: PrimalCon Vacation Tulum Mexico 2014! Join Ben and Jessa Greenfield, Mark Sisson, Robb Wolf, Cate Shanahan, Darryl Edwards, and other leaders in the Paleo, Primal and Ancestral Health community to celebrate healthy living in style - at the magnificent Dreams Tulum Resort and Spa, an all-inclusive 5-star resort on the Mayan Riviera. You'll be immersed in outdoor fitness workouts, luxurious health food, exploring Mayan ruins, lots of beach time, fun in the sun - and much more! Click here to get in now, and be sure to tell them Ben Greenfield sent you to get all-star treatment! Want a done-for-you coaching package with Ben? Check out the new Black Box Coaching Package. Grab this Official Ben Greenfield Fitness Gear package that comes with a tech shirt, a beanie and a water bottle. Ben's new book has been released. Pre-order it now and get entered into a raffle for over $5000 in swag! Just visit BeyondTrainingBook.com. And of course, this week's top iTunes review - gets some BG Fitness swag straight from Ben - leave your review for a chance to win some! ----------------------------------------------------- Listener Q&A: As compiled, edited and sometimes read by Brock, the Ben Greenfield Fitness Podcast "sidekick". How Root Canals Can Destroy Your Health Steve asks:Whats your take on root canals? I have seen and read alot of info by Dr. Mercola saying how bad they are . What are my options zirconia implant? Extraction partial i really dont wanna be toothless but i do wanna be healthy please help. In my response I recommend: -Root Canal Cover Up book -Metal Free formula-The following links to help find a biological dentist: Dental Amalgam Mercury Solutions Consumers for Dental Choice International Academy of Biological Dentistry and Medicine International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology Holistic Dental Association International Association of Mercury Safe Dentists Natural Remedies for Stomach Ulcers Anna asks:I have a question regarding stomach ulcer. I got one and I was wondering if you could tell me what I should do to fix my problem. In my response I recommend: -My top 7 ways to reduce stress -Mastic gum -High dose Vitamin C The Best Kind Of Garlic To Use Brian asks:My name is Brian and I am a firm believer in garlic raw and supplement form, I am wondering what is the best brand of garlic and what should I look for in the supplement? In my response I recommend: -Standardized garlic extract How to Get Rid Of Car Sickness Betsy asks:I live in Denver - we have a house in Breckenridge at 11,000 ft (near Mt. Quandary) . Since we have had kids, it's been difficult to make it up for weekend adventures. The last two times we have attempted mountain trips our almost 3 year old gets really car sick. The drive is about 1 hour 3 min. She has puked both times. The route isn't too too swirly. We've tried the regular advice - roll down the window (even though it's freakin' cold), light snack before we go - tell her to look out the window... No dice. In my response I recommend: -Acupressure wrist bands -Viban view limiting device How Long Should You Rest After Interval Training? Jacob asks:I do triathlon and had a question about training. I work out two to three times a day and when I swim, I always do intervals. My question is this: Should I do hard intervals in both bike and run workouts in the same day and then make the next day a recovery day? Or, besides swimming, keep the intervals to either the bike or the run for that day and then do the intervals in the other discipline the next day. I have heard of some cyclists smashing the

If you read the article "Look, Feel and Perform Like An Ancient Spartan Warrior - How To Become An Absolute Physical Beast", then you know that in an effort to challenge my body and mind, I'm personally adding some epic events to my 2014 calendar, such as the Spartan Beast, the SEALFIT Academy and the SEALFIT Kokoro Camp. How about you? Do you want to know how to train, eat and think like the world's toughest fighters? Turn yourself into an absolute physical beast? Or perhaps just get the mental edge to be tough when it really counts? Then today's podcast with Commander Mark Divine (pictured above) is for you. Mark is the mastermind behind SEALFIT. His certifications, experience, and honors include: -CPA, New York State -BUD/s class 170 Honor man -SEAL TEAM 3 Platoon CDR -Commanding Officer, NR SEAL TEAM 1 -Commander, US Navy Reserves -Colonel, Kentucky Order of Colonels -Ambassador, SEAL (NSW) Foundation -Ashtanga Yoga Instructor training -Combat Defense Master Trainer -S.C.A.R.S. Military H2H instructor -Seido Karate: black belt -Goju Ryu Karate: black belt -Saito Ninjutsu: brown belt -Various CrossFit and Self Defense certifications Mark is the author of several forthcoming books, including 8 Weeks to SEALFIT, Way of the SEAL and Unbeatable Mind, and during this show, you'll discover: -Mark's unique story of how he went from financial accountant to Navy SEAL... -Some of the craziest things that happen during the Seal's infamous "Hell Week"... -Mark's top tip to deal with extreme cold and fluctuations in temperature... -2 potent tricks the Navy Seals use to deals with sleep deprivation... -5 components of fitness to make you extremely physically tough... -A sample workout to see if you're fit enough to be a Navy SEAL... -What the SEALs do about overtraining, and how to make sure you don't overtrain... Questions, comments or feedback about How To Train, Eat & Think Like The World's Toughest Fighters? Leave your thoughts at BenGreenfieldFitness.com and either myself or Commander Mark Divine will answer!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

https://bengreenfieldfitness.com/266 Dec 31, 2013 Podcast: Is It Bad To Run In Cold Weather, How To Heal Head Injuries As Fast As Possible, Alternatives To Squats, Can Power or Speed or Strength Sports Build Endurance, How Endurance Training Can Make You Fat, and Hemp vs. Whey Protein. Have a podcast question for Ben? Click the tab on the right, use the Contact button on the app, call 1-877-209-9439, Skype “pacificfit” or use the “Ask Ben” form... but be prepared to wait - we prioritize audio questions over text questions. ----------------------------------------------------- News Flashes: You can get these News Flashes hot off the presses if you follow Ben on Twitter.com/BenGreenfield, Facebook.com/BGFitness and Google+. Good rule of thumb: combine morning coffee WITH morning sun when possible. Check this out - pretty cool that you can get fit just by “squeezing” your muscles. This is officially it - the secret to living as long as possible. ----------------------------------------------------- Special Announcements: Jan 12, 6:30pm Pacific/9:30pm Eastern: How To Detox Your Body For The New Year! It’s time to shatter dangerous detox myths, learn how to hit the reboot button on your body, and achieve a safe, nourishing, life-changing cleanse for the New Year. Visit the BenGreenfieldFitness Inner Circle to get in now! Want a done-for-you coaching package with Ben? Check out the new Black Box Coaching Package. Grab this Official Ben Greenfield Fitness Gear package that comes with a tech shirt, a beanie and a water bottle. Ben's new book has been released. Pre-order it now and get entered into a raffle for over $5000 in swag! Just visit BeyondTrainingBook.com. And of course, this week's top iTunes review - gets some BG Fitness swag straight from Ben - leave your review for a chance to win some! ----------------------------------------------------- Listener Q&A: As compiled, edited and sometimes read by Brock, the Ben Greenfield Fitness Podcast "sidekick". Is It Bad To Run In Cold Weather? Ben says:He has heard that running in the cold (below the freezing point) is bad for the joints and the knees. Is this true? He does it and it seems to be doable. In my response I recommend: -Phenocane and Capraflex Pack How To Heal Head Injuries As Fast As Possible Billy says:He was on a trail run when he tripped and hit his head on a rock and now he has a concussion. Do you have any advice on how to heal his head in time for a race in January? In my response I recommend the following for fixing blood flow issues to the brain and nerve damage from head injuries:On empty stomach in morning, mid-morning or mid-afternoon: -1000mg curcumin. -300mg Alpha Lipoic Acid. -20mg Resveratrol. -600mg Acetyl-L-Carnitine. -150mcg Huperzine-A. -15mg Vinpocetine. -120mg Gingko extract.Now this is a ton of stuff and bottles/capsules/powders. So if you want to make life easy, Ben recommends you do it this way: Morning upon waking: -4 Phenocane -3 capsules Cognitex by Life Extension Mid-morning or mid-afternoon on empty stomach: -1 packet TianChi That’s it. Those three supplements (Cognitex + Phenocane + TianChi) contain everything Ben went through. Then, with your first or last meal of the day: -4g Triglyceride Based Fish Oil - best brands are Barleans, Pharmax, Green Pastures or LivingFuel SuperEssentials (Ben uses Superessentials) Then, in afternoon in glass of water: -Nascent Iodine, 6 drops. Then, in evening before bed: -Magnesium Citrate, 400-600mg. Recommend Natural Calm. Also: Avoid vegetable oils. Avoid heated seeds and nuts. Avoid grain fed meat and farmed fish. In summary, there are 6 total things you can and should use to heal nerves, shut down brain inflammation and increase brain blood flow to heal as fast as possible after concussion or head injury: Phenocane, Cognitex, TianChi, Fish Oil, Iodine and Magnesium. Alternatives To Squats Matthew says:He is 36 and has decided to get in shape. He is trying to put on some mass but he has had multiple arthroscopies on both knees. He thinks he should probably not be doing squats but he wants to get the muscle gaining benefits of doing squats. Is there something else he can do... that won't cripple him later in life? In my response I recommend: -Compex Electrostim Can Power, Speed or Strength Sports Build Endurance? Nikki says:She is very excited to hear that you are focusing on Tennis more this year but she is wondering how you will go about balancing endurance training with your tennis training? She is in the same boat and finds it very time consuming to practice the mental aspect of tennis which is cutting into her triathlon training. Is there any way to overlap the training or ways to hack her mental game so it doesn't take so much time? In my response I recommend: -The Inner Game of Tennis book How Endurance Training Can Make You Fat Shelly says:Since starting Ironman training (8-15 hours per week) she has noticed that her body has become less defined and thicker than when she only trai

In today's podcast episode with the world famous neurosurgeon, biohacker and health expert Dr. Jack Kruse, you're going to discover how to build a healthy home, how to take your existing home and make it healthier, and how to ensure that the environment in your home is optimizing your sleep, your performance and your recovery. This audio is jam-packed with practical tips and cutting-edge advice, including: -Shocking information about television, TV networking and cable... -Why your microwave is extremely dangerous even if you're not using it... -What kind of water filtration system is ideal... -The best way to filter and clean a swimming pool... -Why the lightbulbs in your house may be slowly killing you... -A healthy home hack for leftover wine bottles... -What the ultimate, healthy home gym should look like... -How climbing rocks and trees is one of the best ways to heal your body... -And my personal favorite: how to create the ultimate healthy man-cave (or woman-cave)... Resources Jack and I discuss during this episode: -Magnetico or Biomat Sleep Mattress -Jack Kruse's EMF Bootcamp -LowBlueLight website for red amber bulbs or LED lights -Wine bottle based lanterns from VinoGlo.com -Jeremy Thomley and Mohawk Steel Co. -Infrared Red Light Bulbs -Ozonator -Magnesium Bath Flakes -Building A Healthy House (free .pdf) (we don't talk about this one, but it's a great resource for chemicals, clean air, mold and toxins - which Jack and I didn't get a chance to discuss in this episode) About Dr. Jack Kruse: Dr. Jack Kruse is a respected neurosurgeon and CEO of Optimized Life, a health and wellness company dedicated to helping patients avoid the healthcare burdens we typically encounter as we age. He is a member of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons, the Congress of Neurologic Surgeons, and Age Management Medicine Group. -Jack Kruse Tells You How To Live Like A Polar Bear And Eat Like A Great White Shark (previous podcast with Jack) -How You Can Use Cold Thermogenesis To Perform Like Lance Armstrong And Michael Phelps (previous podcast with Jack) Leave your questions, comments and feedback at BenGreenfieldFitness.com, and be sure to tune into "Biohacking A Healthy Home: Part 2" podcast coming up next month with Bulletproof Exec Dave Asprey!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 26, 2013 Podcast: Is Joint Cracking Dangerous, Pros And Cons Of Too Much Muscle, Do We Really Need An Appendix (And What To Do If Your Appendix Gets Removed), Natural Remedies For Eye Circles, and Why Cyclists Don't Need Flexibility. Have a podcast question for Ben? Use the Contact button on the app, call 1-877-209-9439, Skype “pacificfit” or use the “Ask Ben” form... but be prepared to wait - we prioritize audio questions over text questions. ----------------------------------------------------- News Flashes: You can get these News Flashes hot off the presses if you follow Ben on Twitter.com/BenGreenfield, Facebook.com/BGFitness and Google+. Good read: Cheese and fat are good, gut bacteria matters (a lot) and other nutrition lessons of 2013. Here’s my “lucid dreaming” formula. Proceed at your own risk: 15mg melatonin, 300mg 5-HTP, 3000mg L-Tyrosine. Enjoy your night. Turns out the info in my book at GetFitGuy.com could be used to train KIDS with different body types. ----------------------------------------------------- Special Announcements: How to REV the Human Machine: Recover, Elevate, and Vitalize. On Dec 27th I'm going to go into professor mode and teach you how you can squeeze every last drop of excitement and living out life... and still be healthy on the outside AND healthy on the inside. Want a done-for-you coaching package with Ben? Check out the new Black Box Coaching Package. Grab this Official Ben Greenfield Fitness Gear package that comes with a tech shirt, a beanie and a water bottle. Ben's new book has been released. Order it now and get entered into a raffle for over $5000 in swag! Just visit BeyondTrainingBook.com. Don't forget to go to AudiblePodcast.com/Ben to get an audiobook of your choice, free, with a 30-day trial. After the trial, your paid membership will begin at $14.95 per month. And of course, this week's top iTunes review - gets some BG Fitness swag straight from Ben - leave your review for a chance to win some! ----------------------------------------------------- Listener Q&A: As compiled, edited and sometimes read by Brock, the Ben Greenfield Fitness Podcast "sidekick". Is Joint Cracking Dangerous? Aaron says:His wrist, fingers, knees, ankles and back (a little bit) crack. The way someones normally cracks their knuckles. Is this something he should be worried about? Is there anything he should take for it? Any diet changes? He runs (80 to 100km / week) and also does Jujitsu. Pros And Cons Of Too Much Muscle Horacio says:Is it possible to get strong without building big muscles? Could you explain if there is any benefit to bulking up for real sport? What are the pros and cons of big muscles? Is there an injury prevention aspect? Less potential for cramping? More endurance or power? Wouldn't all that bulk slow you down? Do We Really Need An Appendix (And What To Do If Your Appendix Gets Removed) John says:He had his appendix removed when he was 11 or 12 (he is 34 now). He has heard all his life that the appendix is vestigial but lately he has read that it might be more important than we once thought. Given that he lives without one, what considerations should he think about in terms of lifestyle and diet? In my response I recommend: -This article on fermented foods -Caprobiotics Natural Remedies For Eye Circles Kate says:Lately she wakes up feeling tired with dark puffy circles under her eyes. This just started over the last few months. She sleeps very well, is otherwise very healthy and feels really good during the day. She just hates the dark puffy circles under her eyes. In my response I recommend: -TianChi -Making your own coffee lotion -Coffee essential oil from Mountain Rose Herbs Why Cyclists Don't Need Flexibility Troy says:What are the best pre and post workout stretches to get maximum flexibility for cycling? In my response I recommend: -3-4x/week of all 10 exercises in the book "Foundation". ----------------------------------------------------- -- And don't forget to go to BenGreenfieldFitness.com/love! -- Prior to asking your question, do a search in upper right hand corner of this website for the keywords associated with your question. Many of the questions we receive have already been answered here at Ben Greenfield Fitness! Podcast music from 80s Fitness (Reso Remix) by KOAN Sound. Buy this track now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

https://bengreenfieldfitness.com/264 Dec 18, 2013 Podcast: Natural sunlight replacements, how to fix heel whip in runners, how to squat better, fast muscle gain tips, do calf sleeves help, what is the best workout gear, and why Africans win marathons. Have a podcast question for Ben? Click the tab on the right, use the Contact button on the app, call 1-877-209-9439, Skype “pacificfit” or use the “Ask Ben” form... but be prepared to wait - we prioritize audio questions over text questions. ----------------------------------------------------- News Flashes: You can get these News Flashes hot off the presses if you follow Ben on Twitter.com/BenGreenfield, Facebook.com/BGFitness and Google+. One of the BEST articles I’ve recently on sun and circadian rhythms. Research that highlights why you can’t just go popping Vitamin D supplements without covering your other fat soluble bases too. Add a couple teaspoons of this zinc oxide to your favorite lotion and VOILA! Natural 20SPF sunscreen. Amazing: caffeine taken as close as SIX HOURS to sleep still disrupts sleep! The “Cadillac” of squatty potties. Pot + Phenocane anyone? How to enhance the effects of marijuana with natural anti-inflammatories. ----------------------------------------------------- Special Announcements: It's Ben's birthday at the end of the week! If you want in on the birthday celebration savings/giveaways, make sure to go to giftfromben.com and sign up. Want a done-for-you coaching package with Ben? Check out the new Black Box Coaching Package. Grab this Official Ben Greenfield Fitness Gear package that comes with a tech shirt, a beanie and a water bottle. Ben's new book has been released. Order it now and get entered into a raffle for over $5000 in swag! Just visit BeyondTrainingBook.com. Don't forget to go to AudiblePodcast.com/Ben to get an audiobook of your choice, free, with a 30-day trial. After the trial, your paid membership will begin at $14.95 per month. And of course, this week's top iTunes review - gets some BG Fitness swag straight from Ben - leave your review for a chance to win some! ----------------------------------------------------- Listener Q&A: As compiled, edited and sometimes read by Brock, the Ben Greenfield Fitness Podcast "sidekick". Natural Sunlight Replacements Anne says: She recently moved into a new office space that does not get much sunlight. Is there a sunlamp, supplement, or anything else she should take or do to minimize the negative effects of not seeing much sunlight during the day? In my response I recommend: -Blue Light boxes such as Nature Bright Sun Touch or Omega SAD Light Therapy Device (look for 10,000+ lux) -Vitamin D Supplementation at 2000-4000IU/day How To Fix Heel Whip In Runners Celia says:She is wondering what exactly is a medial heel whip and what are some of the mechanics behind it? What can she do, without spending a bunch of money getting her gait analyzed, to remedy it? In my response I recommend: -This video on Exercises To Correct Heel Whip -Swim, bike or run video analysis with Pacific Elite Fitness How To Squat Better Eric says:He wants to improve his squat. He saw the video of you in a speedo and goggles doing a very deep squat and wants to know how to achieve that... is it the goggles? In my response I recommend: -My article on increasing mobility -Kelly Starrett's Supple Leopard book -Rumble Roller Foam Roller Fast Muscle Gain Tips Joe says: Joe is having trouble gaining weight and size. He has always been on the skinny side and he would really like to bulk up and put on some good mass. He is 5'10" and weighs 155lbs. Todd says:He is a very active, 46-year-old, 158lbs pretty active, works all day, does hot yoga 5 days a week and wants to put on 8 pounds of muscle. He rarely has time to eat enough to gain weight. Wants to know what exercises he should be doing at the gym (has limited time) and is wondering what he should be eating, when he has time to eat (he has Bulletproof Coffee every morning). In my response I recommend: -The Mass Gain Program that Brock, myself and other endurance athletes are using to put on muscle -This Muscle Gain Pack -These metabolic rate calculators Do Calf Sleeves Help? Nicki says: She has seen a lot of people wearing calf sleevesfor running and is wondering if there is any research that shows any benefits from them? What do you think of them? In my response I recommend: -110% Compression Gear (use 10% discount code GREENFIELD for free shipping) What Is The Best Workout Gear Robert says:He wants to get in shape but with all the stuff out there today, he is wondering about which machines, free weights or kettle bells you favour? He has heard you mention Medex before but what else do you like? In my response I recommend: -ARXFit -GymStick-FIT10-MostFit Suspension Strap -Perfirmer -Mini bands -Stability Ball -Elastic Exercise Tube -Adjustable Dumbbells -Elevation Training Mask and/or Powerlung -Weighted Vest Why Africans Win Marathons Sol says:The Kenyans (Moroc

In lieu of Ben's recent Thailand Poomergencies, which you'll learn all about in an upcoming post this Friday - and the fact that Ben is currently presenting LIVE at CreativeLIVE (click here to tune in now for free) we bring to you one of our most popular pooping episodes from the podcast archives. Enjoy! --------------------------------------------- I have a confession: I poop once per day. One smooth, silky, glorious morning movement, and then I'm done. And I don't really think about number 2 at all until the next day. It's quite convenient, actually - especially compared to my old days of hitting the head a handful of times during the day, occasionally straining, always feeling like I had something "still inside", and having to deal with a bit of bloating to boot. Not anymore, baby. One key to this pooping revolution is revealed in a popular article I wrote last year called "How I Ate A High Fat Diet, Pooped 8 Pounds, And Then Won A Sprint Triathlon". In that article, I tell you about the shocking results of my switch to proper pooping mechanics (squatting to poop instead of sitting to poop), using something called a "Squatty Potty". As a matter of fact, one of these Squatty Potty devices now resides in every bathroom in my house - I own a white wooden model, a white plastic model and a quite fashionable bamboo model. The gist of that whole squatting discussion was that your body is meant to be in a squatting position to properly eliminate stuff from your colon, and when you’re sitting (as most Westerners mistakenly do), you put upward pressure on your rectum, creating a "kink" that keeps much of your poop inside (or at least makes you strain a lot harder as you try to push it out). But when it comes to learning how to poop the right way, there are some tricks that go way above and beyond simply squatting to poop. So today, in my discussion with certified health nut and former male model Troy Casey, you're going to learn exactly what those tricks are, and ensure smooth bowel movements and banished constipation forever (and I have a hilarious video for you at the end of this post)... During my discussion with Troy (pictured right), I ask him: -What is the best way to take a poop? -How do minerals and hydration play a role in healthy pooping action? -What are some ways to get you pooping if you're constipated? -How do you "clean the poop shoot"? -Are colonics good? -How does what you eat affect your poop? -What does a healthy poop look like? -How does an impacted colon affect the whole system? -Why is pooping properly so important for overall performance? -Why is pooping properly so important for overall health? It turns out even though we both squat to poop, and we both avoid intestinal irritants like wheat, soy and commercial dairy, it turns out that Troy and I actually have two different approaches when it comes to supplements or herbs for taking a good poop.Here's a synopsis of our two different approaches: Troy's Better Pooping Regimen 1. Dr. Schultz's Intestinal Formula - Troy refers to this as "drain-o for your digestive tract". It apparently stimulates and strengthens the muscular movement of the colon. The ingredients include aloe, senna and cascara sagrada. I've personally never used it. 2. Clay - yes, literally edible earth. It is supposed to have a detoxifying effect, and is also a rich sources of minerals. And you just eat the stuff. Once again, something I haven't personally used, but Troy swears by it. 3. Fiberzon Herbal Colon Cleansers from the rainforest - OK, this one is a high fiber supplement. I tend to side with Dr. Konstantin Monastyrsky when it comes to high fiber (he wrote this article on BenGreenfieldFitness about why too much fiber is bad), and I feel the long term health effects may outweigh the short term pooping benefits. But Troy mentioned it, so I wanted to give you a link in case you want to try it! Ben's Better Pooping Regimen 1. Colorectal Recovery Program - In the article I wrote about how to limit the damage from antibiotics, you learn how use of antibiotics can completely nuke the healthy bacterial terroir in your digestive tract. It turns out that in my fight with MRSA last year, during which I was forced into a high antibiotic dosing regimen, I did some pretty good damage to the good bacteria in my colon - to the point where I could barely even fart because there was really no bacteria "down there". I was severely constipated for weeks and I searched desperately for a solution. With just 30 days of this Colorectal Recovery Program (designed by Dr. Konstantin Monastyrsky, who wrote the article about why too much fiber is bad) I was right as rain. I don't use this stuff any more, but successfully "jump-started" my pooping system with a month of it. 2. MagO7 - This is a blend of elemental magnesium from ozonated magnesium oxides, mixed with elemental potassium. Two months ago, my friend Drew Canole told me about it, I ordered some, and it's turned out to be quite successf

Have you ever wanted to be able to truly know if you're getting stronger when you train? How about how much force and power you're producing when you lift weights? You're about to discover how. In today's podcast, Brock(filling in for Ben Greenfield, who is off gallivanting about Thailand) interviews Matt Kuzdub, MSc CSCS and Lead Sport Scientist at "PUSH" about a product he and his team are developing, why it is an important advance in strength training methodology and the journey that got PUSH to where it is today. In the interview, Brock and Matt talk about PUSH, how to get stronger, and important considerations including: -If your nervous system becomes overtrained or overworked, force production at high velocity is going to decrease and you will begin to lose power. Until now, there was no way to effectively measure that. -When Ben is training himself or working with a client, there’s currently no done-for-you, simple way to get a quick glance at true force production and strength metrics in a quantified way. But now there is. -When you’re doing a tough strength workout, it can be very easy to hold back on strength - often because you don’t have a goal in mind or can’t measure your force production in real time. This allows you to overcome that obstacle. -Strength, speed and power are three essential elements that Ben describes in “Beyond Training” as some of the most neglected components of many training programs. This device allows you to set goals and measure all three. -This device has huge applications for coaches, trainers and even parents. During the workouts Ben does with his clients or kids, he could use this to track their development as they train for powerful, explosive sports like tennis, soccer, basketball, etc. Check out the PUSH page at Indiegogo, their youtube channel and of course their own website www.pushstrength.com. And, of course, if you have any questions or comments, leave them at BenGreenfieldFitness.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Straight from the Thanyapura triathlon camp in Thailand, Ben Greenfield tells you the top 5 reasons triathletes and endurance athletes get fat, and what you can do about it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this special podcast episode, I interview Amy and Deveren from PreNatal365.com. During our discussion we answer important questions like: -How hard can you exercise when you're pregnant? -How can you get your body back after you've had your baby? -Are there exercises or quick fixes for morning sickness? -Can you do things like running and Crossfit when you're pregnant? -Are Kegel exercises the best way to get good abs after you've given birth? -And much more! Additional Resources Mentioned in This Episode: -Previous BenGreenfieldFitness podcast: "Can You Exercise Hard If You're Pregnant?" -Controversial article on a Crossfit pregnant mom -14 core exercises for pregnancy -Podcast on pregnancy with Cassandra Forsythe -Better Baby Book by Dave Asprey -Chris Kresser’s Healthy Baby Code -The FREE book "Business of Baby" at AudiblePodcast.com/Ben Do you have questions, comments or feedback about how hard you can exercise when you're pregnant, or anything else from this episode? Leave your thoughts at BenGreenfieldFitness.com!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.