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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.

Meet Damien Blenkinsopp (pictured above), from Biohacked.net. Damien is a digital nomad who changes the country he lives in every 3 to 6 months. So he doesn't really live anywhere and certainly doesn't have easy access to the latest tech or modern amenities of life. Nonetheless, he's hacking and optimizing health and fitness at an extreme level and making it work. He even does things like test his blood, stay ripped, and eat Paleo in places you'd never think possible. In today's podcast interview with Damien, you're to learn exactly how he pulls all this off. Topics we discuss include: -How you can live a nomadic lifestyle... -When you travel, what kind of things should go on the airplane with you... -How to shop at the grocery store and eat at restaurants when you want to stay healthy... -A healthy traveler grocery shopping list... -How to know which restaurants to go to and what to order off the menu... -What nutrition supplements are best for travel... -How to get blood tests around the world... -The biggest mistakes people make when it comes to eating healthy and staying fit while traveling... -And much more! ----------------------------------------- Resources from this episode: -Audiobook: Vagabonding: An Uncommon Guide to the Art of Long-Term World Travel -Biohacked.net -Online Visual Contrast Sensitivity Test -Superessentials -Activated Charcoal -Chlorella from EnergyBits.com (Use 10% discount GREENFIELD) -Grapeseed Extract -Wild Oregano Oil -Nascent Iodine -Caprylic Acid Capsules -Paleo Fitness book -SafariFit phone app Do you have questions, comments or feedback about how to stay healthy while traveling the world? Leave your thoughts at BenGreenfieldFitness.com!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I'll begin with a quick story - and a warning that we're about to venture into the realm of "adult" oriented topics... ...a few months ago, I sat in on an online presentation given by one of my friends, Jordan Gray. That night, and for the week following this online presentation, I took massive action - as I usually do when I am exposed to new and exciting ideas. I began implementing Jordan's tips - and immediately my sexual performance went through the roof. My sex drive was amplified ten-fold. I became, as Jordan might put it, a "beast" in the bedroom. It even got to the point at which my wife asked me "What happened to you?" (and this was meant in a very, very good way). You're in luck, because today Jordan is going to share those same tips with you. I'll warn you that we really get down to brass tacks, and this is an explicit episode. Jordan's information is probably most applicable to males - but whether you're a guy or a girl, you're going to benefit bigtime from this episode (and women - trust me - you want to send your significant others over to this episode!). Jordan is a #1 Amazon best-selling author and relationship coach who helps people remove their emotional blocks, and get into (and maintain) thriving intimate relationships. He has worked with over a thousand students over the past five years, including married couples, dating couples and single men and women... ...and as you can probably imagine, has more wedding invitations from his former clients than he can keep up with! Jordan's books include: -How To Be The Most Engaging Person In The Room...Every Time -50 Powerful Date Ideas: Brag-Worthy, Cost Effective Dates From A Professional Dating Coach -The Introvert's Guide To Dating -Keep Her Captivated During my chat with Jordan, we discuss: -How to overcome the fear or nervousness of leading your partner into sex or being more "aggressive"... -How to ensure that communication channels are 100% open in your relationship... -Whether or not pornography can be used to enhance your sexual health... -How to breathe the right way during sex... -Whether you should go long periods of time without orgasm or ejaculation... -Which time of year you have the most sexual energy... -Special exercises you can do maximize your pelvic strength... -What kind of workouts, stretches and exercises to do before sex... -Relationship tips for introverted or shy people... -And much more! Do you have questions about how to get fit for sex? If so, leave your comments, questions and feedback at BenGreenfieldFitness.com!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This recording is from Ben Greenfield’s Thanyapura triathlon camp in Thailand, and includes tons of important information about how to optimize your recovery and optimize your diet as a triathlete and endurance athlete.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This recording is from Ben Greenfield’s Thanyapura triathlon camp in Thailand, and features lots of important information on fueling and physiology for racing triathlon.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Allow me to introduce you to Katy Bowman from KatySays.com - one of the smartest cookies I know when it comes to all things related to human movement, posture and biomechanics. She rarely uses furniture. She has a very controversial opinion on Kegel exercises. She is in love with something called the "psoas". And she really, really hates high heels. She's kind of like a female version of the Supple Leopard guy (Kelly Starrett), and her book Alignment Matters is - in my opinion - a must-read for anyone who wants to learn how to troubleshoot the human machine and resolve the deeper alignment issues affecting your health. You're going to be floored at the kind of things that can drastically affect your health - such as wax in your ears, looking at a computer screen for too long, and of course, high heels. Through her blog, Katy Says, Katy has been educating hundreds of thousands of people about optimal alignment and natural movement since 2007. She has written several excellent and easy-to-understand books on biomechanics, including the one I just mentioned "Alignment Matters", and also "Every Woman's Guide To Foot Pain Relief". In addition to directing the Restorative Exercise Institute in Ventura, California, Katy is also the producer and talent of the Aligned and Well DVD line, a consultant for Gaiam's Restorative Exercise series, and sits on the science advisory board for various product lines. I personally just finished Katy's newest book "Alignment Matters". It starts with the feet and works all the way up to the head in a clear, engaging writing style that lays out a veritable user's manual for the human body, including stretches, habit modifications, spiritual insights, and enough laughs to soften even the tightest psoas.In today's podcast, you're going to discover: -Why your alignment matters... -The extreme importance of your "psoas"... -Why high heels are destroying you... -Why Katy doesn't use furniture... -Why standing can sometimes be a bad thing... -Special socks you can wear at night to fix your feet... -Why Kegel exercises may not be all that good after all... -Why you shouldn't suck in your stomach... -How your boobs can be a biofeedback device (yes, I said boobs)... -Why you should care about your earwax... -What the best stretching and sleeping positions are... -How we can get our kids stronger... -And much more! Whether you're a couch potato or a professional athlete, you need to read "Alignment Matters". If you have questions, comments or feedback about how to fix your body, align your posture and look and feel like a million bucks from head to toe. And by the way, here's a link to The Happy Feet socks that Katy talks about!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

https://bengreenfieldfitness.com/263 Nov 13, 2013 Podcast: How to build extreme speed, why sugar causes heart disease, 5 ways to stay awake without coffee, is high potassium bad, stomach problems during long runs, what are the best blood sugar controllers, how to gain body fat in a healthy way, what is the best kind of electrotherapy, and is DNA testing worth it? 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+. Secrets of the extremely fit - great article and I agree. Excellent article on the TRUTH about coffee and caffeine. Worth a look. For the ultimate cognitive performance, combine coffee and tea. ----------------------------------------------------- Special Announcements: The Podcast Awards are here! Vote for the Get-Fit Guy podcast anytime before November 15. December 11-14, 2013: "Achieve Ultimate Human Performance" three day online class with Ben Greenfield. Want to achieve "ultimate human performance"? Check out Ben's brand new CreativeLIVE course by clicking here. If you're interested in being a member of our live audience, simply click here to fill out the form! Want a done-for-you coaching package with Ben? Check out the new Black Box Coaching Package. 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. If you want to grab Vinnie Tortorich's new audiobook Fitness Confidential: you can get it on Audible, grab it on iTunes, or buy it on Amazon. And by the way, AudiblePodcast.com/Ben is the place to go to get an audiobook of your choice - FREE - with a 30-day trial. February 6 to March 6, 2014: Want to get into the Perfect Health Diet retreat in Austin, Texas? Click here for all details. Ben Greenfield will be presenting at the Feb 6-Mar 6 retreat. 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 Build Extreme Speed Alex says:He is currently in the military and hoping to become a police officer. Both professions require being able to go from 0 to 100 in a split second without a warmup. Is there anything he can do to prepare his body, improve his performance doing this and reduce the potential for injury? -In my response I recommend: This article on increasing power and speed, HRV testing for deciding which days to do speed workouts, and CNS Tap Test phone app. Why Sugar Causes Heart Disease Archie says:He has heard Ben talk about avoiding sugar if you are eating a high fat diet. Do you need to avoid eating sugar all the time or just at the same time as eating fat (eg. apples + bananas in a high fat smoothie) or is there a timing aspect to it? Can you clarify how this effects heart health? -In my response I mention a blood glucose monitor. 5 Ways To Stay Awake Without Coffee Becca says:She needs help staying awake. She is a 22-year-old personal trainer with an active lifestyle who struggles to stay awake while sitting still and paying attention (ie. in class, in church, driving). The rest of the day, when she is up and moving, she is fine. She sleeps well, falls asleep as soon as her head hits the pillow and sleeps through the night. She doesn't like coffee and avoids energy drinks. -In my response I mention inverted positions, TianChi, delta-E or edible green tea, curcumin and cold showers. Is High Potassium Bad? David says:In January he started eating Paleo/Primal and increased his fat intake. He has been testing his electrolytes since then, and has noticed his potassium levels are increasing steadily. In Jan it was 4.7, in May it was 5.6, and in Sep it was 5.8. His CO2 levels are steady at 21. He only exercises once a week (body weight work). His blood panel showed that his kidney and liver function is all ok. Should he be worried about his potassium levels? Why are they on the rise? -In my response I mention my article on reducing stress and also Himalayan salt from Onnit. Stomach Problems During Long Runs Derrick says: He has done some serious ultra running and using your advice from the podcast his recovery and performance has been increasing exponentially... but has noticed that during long runs (over 8 hours) his ability to ingest sugar decreases dramatically to the point that he is unable to run (ends up in a drunken waddle). He has been trying out Feed Zone Portables and chewing MAPevery 20 minutes, which has helped, but his stomach still sours. How can he increase

Meet Dan John, author of several bestselling books on muscle mass, strength, power and pretty much anything that has to do with making yourself strong like a bull. See that picture below? That's Dan pictured with “Judy,” - his loveable field pack with 150 pounds of rock salt. That is what Dan calls a “Carry" - and it's just one of his underground training methods to get you to be able to build mass and get strong fast. As you may have read in my article "Exactly How I'm Going To Pack Solid, Strong, Powerful Mass Onto My Skinny Triathlon Body This Winter" or heard in the podcast "Top Workouts To Do This Winter", I'm actually using a 12 week variation of Dan's short (and simple) mass gain e-book... ...appropriately titled "Mass Made Simple". The Mass Made Simple Interview With Dan John [powerpress] During today's audio podcast with Dan, you'll find out: -the biggest mistakes people make when trying to build mass... -the shockingly simple but effective principles behind mass made simple... -Why Dan preaches heavy weight, high reps for mass when so many other manuals encourage medium weight, medium reps for hypertrophy... -Why something called a "barbell complex" is so potent and effective for strength, power and mass... -Why squats are one of the best exercises you could ever do, and why you're probably doing them wrong... -How a mass gain program could be used by an endurance athlete or triathlete who wants to get stronger or more powerful... -And much more! ----------------------------------- Additional Notes & Resources Now I have to admit, although I'm doing Dan's entire 6 week program this winter, taking a week to recover, then doing the entire 6 week program one more time, I'm adding a few components so that I stay fit enough to throw down a triathlon at the drop of the hat. This includes: -one added, hardcore "power swim" each weekend (40-60 minutes in the water) -one added, hardcore "Sufferfest" bike each week, along with riding my bike to the gym for each workout -two short runs, tennis or basketball games each week to maintain running speed. And of course, my usual biohacks, including things like daily cold thermogenesis, morning Core Foundation routines, and elevation training tricks. I put my entire plan on TrainingPeaks (my software and workout logging weapon of choice) including the nutrition I'll be using, supplements, and each detailed daily workout... ...so if you care to join me on my mass-gain journey based on Dan John's principles, in which myself and everyone who joins me will be posting before/after photos on the BenGreenfieldFitness Facebook page (and getting prizes for the best mass gain results) - then simply... ...click here to grab my 100% done-for-you Simple Mass Gain Plan for Triathletes and Skinny Endurance Athletes. In the meantime, if you have a question, comments or feedback about mass made simple or Dan John? Leave your thoughts at http://www.bengreenfieldfitness.com/?p=16405!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

https://bengreenfieldfitness.com/262 Oct 30, 2013 Podcast: Is plaque really dangerous, top workouts to do this winter, do altitude training supplements work, how to get rid of parasites fast, and the best way to train for obstacle races. We open this podcast by talking about the brand new organ meats Ben just got from USWellnessMeats, and the Performance Panel from WellnessFX. 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+. Are you a sleep hacker or early riser? Excellent article on sleep & supplements to get better sleep. Don’t know what’s more cool about this study - that Viagra increases testosterone or that it was done at Greenfield Health Center. I mention Viagra and Viagra substitutes from World-Pharma-org. ----------------------------------------------------- Special Announcements: Oct 31-Nov 7, 2013: Ben Greenfield will be in LA, Malibu, Santa Monica, Santa Barbara December 11-14, 2013: "Achieve Ultimate Human Performance" three day online class with Ben Greenfield. Want to achieve "ultimate human performance"? Check out Ben's brand new CreativeLIVE course by clicking here. If you're interested in being a member of our live audience, simply click here to fill out the form! Want a done-for-you coaching package with Ben? Check out the new Black Box Coaching Package. 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. If you want to grab Vinnie Tortorich's new audiobook Fitness Confidential: you can get it on Audible by clicking here, get it on iTunes by clicking here, or get it on Amazon by clicking here. And by the way, AudiblePodcast.com/Ben is the place to go to get an audiobook of your choice, free, with a 30-day trial. February 6 to March 6, 2014: Want to get into the Perfect Health Diet retreat in Austin, Texas? Click here for all details. Ben Greenfield will be presenting at the Feb 6-Mar 6 retreat. If you're looking for a topic we covered in the past - we have released the Ben Greenfield Fitness Top Hits, Vol. 1 on iTunes. 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 Plaque Really Dangerous? Keith says:He has had some tests and it appears that he has plaque on the outside (not the inside) of his arteries. Do you agree with Dr. Minkoff that Vitamin K2 is very important in heart health? -In my response I mention my podcast interview on Vitamin K2. -And how to make your own natto. Top Workouts To Do This Winter Angelo says: He is an triathlete who focuses on Olympic and 70.3 distances. He wants to know how he should approach the off-season in terms of maximizing recovery while still moving forward with his speed and strength. -- and -- Josh says:He has completed his first year of International Triathlons and wants to know what the best strength exercises are that he can do over the winter to build his swimming, biking and running better into next year. In my response I mention: -Ben's Adrenal Reboot Program on TrainingPeaks -Paleo Autoimmune Protocol -SCD free e-book -Mass Made Simple (and Ben's new Mass Gain Plan for triathletes on TrainingPeaks) -Warrior Cardio -Paleo Fitness -SafariFit phone app -The Kickstarter Exercise Cards project Do Altitude Training Supplements Work? Brett says: He is planning to climb Mt. Rainier in June and is wondering if supplements like "Altitude Adapt" that contain Nitric Oxide would be any benefit at all for high altitude climbing? In my response I mention: -Supplement Goals Reference Guide book -Useful article on good adaptogens -TianChi How To Get Rid of Parasites Fast Valerie says: She is wondering about diatomaceous earth. Is it effective for removing parasites? Is it safe and effective? How does it compare to other removal methods? In my response I mention: -Magnetic Clay's Edible Earth -Testing for parasites at DirectLabs - (Comprehensive Parasitology Profile) -Oil of oregano The Best Way To Train For Obstacle Races Scott says:Has signed up for an 11 mile obstacle race and is looking for a training protocol to finish the race and shed some body fat at the same time. In my response I mention: -Spartan Race in Las Vegas -The article on Obstacle Course Race Workouts ----------------------------------------------------- -- 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 websi

https://bengreenfieldfitness.com/261 Oct 23, 2013 Podcast: Hidden sources of gluten, what to do about crunching in your knees, Jessa Greenfield's top natural eczema cures, is vitamin D toxic, how to know if a supplement is illegal, and natural remedies for sports hernia. 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+. These poop pills takes the concept of "repoopulating" to a whole new level! Want to increase your VO2max? Use intervals of about 3-5 minutes in duration. You may be strong…but are you tough? Is YOUR healthy supplement laced with illegal or dangerous drugs? You'd be surprised. (NSFSports.com) ----------------------------------------------------- Special Announcements: -Oct 31-Nov 7, 2013: Ben Greenfield will be in LA, Malibu, Santa Monica, Santa Barbara. -December 11-14, 2013: "Achieve Ultimate Human Performance" three day online class with Ben Greenfield. Want to achieve "ultimate human performance"? Check out Ben's brand new CreativeLIVE course by clicking here. -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. -Are you part of Ben's VIPTextClub?If so, you need to check for a special message from Ben that he sent out and reply with the word FITNESS. If you're not a member yet, you can join for free by texting the word "FITNESS" to the number 411247. -If you want to grab Vinnie Tortorich's new audiobook Fitness Confidential: you can get it on Audible by clicking here, get it on iTunes by clicking here, or get it on Amazon by clicking here. And by the way, AudiblePodcast.com/Ben is the place to go to get an audiobook of your choice, free, with a 30-day trial. -February 6 to March 6, 2014: Want to get into the Perfect Health Diet retreat in Austin, Texas? Click here for all details. Ben Greenfield will be presenting at the Feb 6-Mar 6 retreat. -If you're looking for a topic we covered in the past - we have released the Ben Greenfield Fitness Top Hits, Vol. 1 on iTunes. -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". Lanny Testimonial: He's a kinesiologist and trainer. He started running in Dec 2008 and has done Ironman 3 times now. The "Top 12 Resistance Training Routines" book has been a huge help and he considers it a must for triathletes. Being a kinesiologist himself, he loves the ease of use, the subject of periodization and is happy to add it to his repertoire for himself and his clients - great stuff! Hidden Sources of Gluten Gluten says:Is it possible to be gluten intolerant or sensitive to it and not know it or show symptoms? In my response I mention: -The book "Why Isn't My Brain Working" -CyrexLabs -DDP IV enzymes for gluten -Brush Border enzymes -Flavonoids (AKA Lifeshotz) What To Do About Crunching In Your Knees Tim says:His knees have recently stated making a "crunchy" noise in a squat, while walking up stairs or doing a lunge. Not much pain but he has noticed some swelling, stiffness and instability in his knees. Are there some supplements, exercises or therapies he should take? He runs, lifts weights and plays hockey (goalie) which means his knees are very important to him. In my response I mention: -VMO Exercises like this -The "Foundation" Exercises -Capraflex joint formula Jessa Greenfield's top natural eczema cures Jenny says:She has reoccurring instances of eczema around her eyes. She gets dryness and then it creates wrinkles - not good. She has gone to a dermatologist and tried creams and even low-dose cortisone (oral) and it goes away and comes back again and again. Is there something else she can try? In my response I mention: -Autoimmune protocol -Apple Cider Vinegar -Lotion from beeswax and coconut oil (AKA Burt's Beeswax) -Probiotics -Omega 3 fatty acids (AKA fish oil) that include borage or primrose extract Is Vitamin D Toxic? Chrissy says:She called in to the podcast about a year ago about her muscle twitches and "bubbles" in her calves. After trying to get pregnant she found out that her Vitamin D levels were low, so she started taking 50,000 IUs twice a week. Before she started taking it she was cramping, weak in the legs and stumbling during and after a race. Since she started the Vit D she feels much better, is running awesome and doesn't get any more legs cramps. Does this makes any sense? In my response I mention: -Nutritional Adjuncts to Fat Soluble Vitamins artic

Prepare to have your mind blown as today's audio podcast with Dr. Dominic D' Agostino takes a deep dive into ketosis - showing you how navy seals, extreme athletes and even busy executives can enhance physical and mental performance by using the secret weapon of ketones. During this interview with Dr. D' Agostino, you're going to discover... -Why extreme Navy Seals are using ketosis... -Can you get into ketosis by eating ketones (and still consuming high amounts of carbohydrates) instead of eating a high fat, low carb diet? -How ketosis can be used to control diseases such as cancer, Alzheimers, ALS... -The mechanism by which ketones can "juice up your brain"... -How ketosis can enhance blood vessel dilation and wound healing... -Whether the consumption of ketones is actually safe... -How to improve your oxygen efficiency with ketone intake... -Why ketones can be used to enhance mental performance and not just exercise function... -Practical ways you can use keto salts and ketones to enhance physical performance... -And much more! Dr. Dominic D’Agostino, PhD (pictured right) is an assistant professor at the University of South Florida College of Medicine. He teaches courses in molecular pharmacology and physiology, and maintains involvement in several studies researching metabolic treatments for neurological disorders such as seizures, Alzheimer’s, ALS, and cancer—all of which are metabolically linked. His entry in to this field began when, in 2007, the Office of Naval Research funded his study into seizures related to oxygen toxicity experienced by Navy SEAL divers using closed-circuit breathing apparatus. At this juncture, he came across the ketogenic diet, which has already been confirmed as an effective treatment for epilepsy and a variety of seizure disorders. He is now studying how this same ketogenic diet and the use of ketones can be used to enhance physical and mental performance. Resources discussed in this episode: -The book: Alzheimer's Disease: What If There Was A Cure? The Story of Ketones -Supplement: Ketoforce -Supplement: MCT Oil -Supplement: Caprylic Acid -Supplement: Oxaloacetate -Supplement: BioSteele Branched Chain Amino Acids Additional Listening: If you aren't too familiar with the concept of ketosis, or want to review other content I've produced on this topic, you may also want to review the following: -The Official “Ask Me Anything About Ketosis & Ironman” Premium Podcast with Ben Greenfield. -Combining Low Carb And Extreme Exercise – The Official Results Of The Great Ketogenic Ironman Experiment. -Is It Possible To Be Extremely Active and Eat A Low Carbohydrate Diet? -How To Turn Yourself Into A Fat Burning Machine By Fasting For 24 Hours Then Going Out And Do Monster Workouts Without Bonking.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Meet Harley Johnstone, AKA DurianRider, AKA the 30BananasADay guy. If you have questions for this episode, leave them in the comments section at: http://www.bengreenfieldfitness.com/2013/10/30-bananas-a-day-diet/ Harley spent the first 24 years of his life battling issues such as chronic fatigue, asthma, Crohn's disease, hypoglycemia, mild arthritis, sleep disorders, depression, drug addiction, alcohol abuse, anorexia, acne, and more. These challenges led him to explore veganism and eventually raw veganism. He is now a 100% high carb, low fat raw vegan who literally eats 30 bananas a day (along with watermelons, coconut sugar and dates) and also competes in cycling, running, duathlon, ultra-endurance and marathon races. ------------------------------------ Today, I interview Harley, and we get into the nitty gritty of high carb vs. low carb, veganism, fruitarianism, bananas, fructose and more!Topics we cover in this podcast include: -How Harley came to be known as DurianRider... -What a typical day of eating looks like for Harley... -Whether he takes supplements... -What high fiber intake does to his body... -If Harley is concerned with deficiencies such as B12, Creatine, Choline, Vitamin K2, Vitamin A, Vitamin D, Amino Acids, or Fatty Acids... -The "30 Bananas A Day" blood work and biomarkers... -How much exercise Harley does in a typical week... -Why he has a a video where he's dumping cups of sugar on cereal... -His thoughts about liver damage, candida, fungus, glycation end products and more... -High carb vs. high fat... -And even a special $50,000 dare to a prominent ketogenic physician... Resources mentioned in this episode include: -Testing: The WellnessFX Performance Panel Ben is going to be doing in 2 weeks -Study: Can adults adequately convert alpha-linolenic acid (18:3n-3) to eicosapentaenoic acid (20:5n-3) and docosahexaenoic acid (22:6n-3)? -Article: The Truth About Ketones and Ketosis -Article: How Vegans Can Customize The Diet For Health -Article: The Article on Heart Disease in Eskimos that Durian cites (and a very interesting commentary on it here and here) -.pdf: DurianRider's dietary intake -Audio with Peter Attia: How To Turn Yourself Into A Fat Burning Machine By Fasting For 24 Hours Then Going Out And Do Monster Workouts Without Bonking. -Video: DurianRider pouring sugar on his cereal -Video: DurianRider raw vegan blood testsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this audio (formerly video) presentation by Ben Greenfield with guest Paul Jaminet (author of the Perfect Health Diet book) you'll discover how to burn fat faster, boost your metabolism and maximize your weight loss...without destroying your health! This is a presentation that was recorded live for the Perfect Health Diet Retreat in Austin, Texas. You can learn more about the Perfect Health Diet Retreat - and how you can use it to accelerate your fat loss learning curve and get equipped with everything you need for a perfectly healthy lifestyle - at http://www.AlbertOaks.com. Ben Greenfield will be personally presenting at the Perfect Health Diet Retreat from March 3-6 - so that would be a perfect time to attend the retreat if you're interested in going and want to learn face-to-face with Ben (although you can attend anytime you'd like!) Questions, comments or feedback about the three pillars of fat loss? Leave your thoughts at BenGreenfieldFitness.com and we promise to reply!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

https://bengreenfieldfitness.com/260 Oct 16, 2013 Podcast: This slightly out-of-the-ordinary podcast features 33 big fitness questions answered by Ben, a special "post Ironman Hawaii" recording with Tawnee Prazak and Brock Armstrong, top tips recorded live with other listeners of the BenGreenfieldFitness podcast, and special guest appearances by Vinnie Tortorich and Jessa Greenfield. 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. ----------------------------------------------------- Special Announcements: AudiblePodcast.com/Ben is the place to go to get an audiobook of your choice, free, with a 30-day trial. February 6 to March 6, 2014: Want to get into the Perfect Health Diet retreat in Austin, Texas? Click here for all details. Ben Greenfield will be presenting at the Feb 6-Mar 6 retreat. If you're looking for a topic we covered in the past - we have released the Ben Greenfield Fitness Top Hits, Vol. 1 on iTunes. 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". Resources mentioned in the Q&A section of this episode include: The Real Food Summit - 29 presentations jam-packed with real food instructions, recipes, knowledge and the shocking truth about real food that big food companies & modern medicine don't want you to know. The Endurance Pack from Pacific Elite Fitness Oxaloacetate Anti-Aging Supplement BioSteel supplement for amino acids Ben's Minimalist Training Protocol for Ironman Hawaii The "Beyond Training" Book Kelcey Reina What specifically will you do or not do as far as active recovery? Dan Springborn Interested in what the 8-9 hours consisted of especially with the twins. What exercises did you focus in the gym or at home? How much swimming? Sam Nicaise If you are still podcasting - same question from IMC, how did you mentally feel, before, during, and after the race. Mental fog, strength enough to push it, strong enough to keep run technique good, zoning out, ...all that jazz? Bryan McCrystal Im guessing you dont count calories. does this translate to race day?. was your fuel all carb?? was there any fat in your fuel? Peter Bandettini Did you hit a "wall" at any point? I noticed you slowed to 9+ minute pace at about 17 mi. Mike Davis What "under the radar" supplements did you take and what changes to that protocol will/would you adjust? Warren JT Did you cycle in carbs? And was it a window of time or just one meal a week ? Aimee Decaigny Was there any part of your nutrition/training that you feel better served you in Whistler vs Kona, and vice versa? Mike Russell At what level of "base" fitness should we begin minimal training? Or is it appropriate to go couch half/full marathon on minimal? Andrew Jones Some more info about extreme isometrics. I got a lot of chronic injuires/tightness going on... is it a good idea to do something like a 5 minute squat for this? Kurt Man Anthony How much Brick training did you do and how far? And was your brick training just bike/Run. Great job and thanks for all the help you give! Kevin Gossett What changes did you make to pre-race and in-race nutrition from Ironman Canada to Ironman Kona? What changes would you make now, if any, now that you have completed Ironman Kona? Jim Herman Do you think that ole school long training such as the hours put in by Dave Scott and Mark Allen would have put you at the top of your age group or even above, given your obvious physical abilities? Joel Meoak What was the extent of your running and biking lengths? Kate Criswell You recently mentioned on endurance planet a new amino supplement you were going to use. Can you tell us your thoughts on it and is it something you'd take for every workout or just race day. Heidi Ray What are the top ten beginner mistakes during a triathlon? For example, when the man who was in the lead coming out of the water couldn't find his bicycle, the commenator said "beginner's mistake." What are some others? Darren Touchton How did the weekly avg hours break down in weight, swim, bike, and run? (2) Did you bring any one of those to the full distance leading up to Kona? Congrats again! Matthew Ingram Interested in type of strength sessions (heavy strength, high intensity circuit etc.)? Scott Hanley Suggestions on best way to heal a strained calf two weeks out from a 70.3? I have access to a sauna, high elevation river and natural hot springs. Shelley Walton What did your weight training program consist of? How many hours per week did you weight train and how much time did you allocate to each session? Jared Green I'm interested in someday doing a full Ironman,

https://bengreenfieldfitness.com/259 Oct 9, 2013 Podcast: 4 ways to not get sick when you travel, why you lose sleep as you get old (and what you can do about it), 5 jet lag remedies, how to kill bed bugs in your hotel fast, and much more! If you are a premium subscriber you can watch the video of this very podcast (warning - Brock breaks out some crazy dance moves). 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. ----------------------------------------------------- Special Announcements: In the opening we talk about the Altitude Training Mask and Beyond Training Book Release. AudiblePodcast.com/Ben is the place to go to get an audiobook of your choice, free, with a 30-day trial. February 6 to March 6, 2014: Want to get into the Perfect Health Diet retreat in Austin, Texas? Click here for all details. Ben Greenfield will be presenting at the Feb 6-Mar 6 retreat. If you're looking for a topic we covered in the past - we have released the Ben Greenfield Fitness Top Hits, Vol. 1 on iTunes. 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". Steve says:I travel a lot and for the past year have been having trouble sleeping in hotel beds. My fiance thinks this is because I am now "old" (I'm 46) but do you think this is more nutritional (my eating habits change/get worse when traveling) or mental? Any recommendations? I've started tracking my sleep with a Jawbone UP band and only get 1 or 2 hrs of deep sleep when on the road compared to around 3 - 4 when at home. In my response I mention: Passion Flower Melatonin Patch Somnidren GH Rock Star Triathlete Academy Annette says: ....ship my bike or rent one locally? Alex says:Do you have a good blending solution while traveling. It is monumentally harder to intake my normal nutrients without my blender! Thanks! I'm definitely looking forward to the shows. Good luck! In my response I mention: OmniBlender Magic Bullet Keerthi says:I always get sick for the first week when I visit India so trying to find ways to avoid it this time. In my response I mention: CapraColostrum Echinacea/Goldenseal Oil of Oregano Probiotics Trevor says:Should I worry about bed bugs or other gross and creepy possibilities from my hotel room? In my response I mention: Diatomaceous Earth Food Grade AwardsWallet.com Kev says:Got a cross county 10k this weekend (i normally only do road running) and i've had a lower back pain for a few days, any advice to help it not get any worse please chaps? In my response I mention: Foundation Book Supple Leopard book katysays.com Ian says:How do I fit in ironman training in a 2 week vacation to Florida with the family, I'm from the uk as well so jet lag an issue as well! In my response I mention: Pluggz grounding shoes EarthRunners No Jet Lag supplement Jet Lag Diet SuperMemo.com ----------------------------------------------------- -- 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.

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Today's podcast guest is Michael Fishman (pictured right), who is a trusted advisor to brands and personalities on marketing, positioning and business growth, with special category expertise in health and personal development. In addition to staying on the cutting-edge of health, nutrition and fitness trends, Michael also leads the annual Consumer Health Summit, a preeminent invitational mastermind event for CEOs, entrepreneurs and marketing leaders. Michael also has a unique perspective as someone who quit sugar and gluten "cold turkey" last year, and has been able to successfully maintain that lifestyle change. During our discussion, Michael and I talk about how to choose your diet supplements, cool new health tools, the best way to change your habits, and more! Resources we talk about during this episode include: -Dr. Daniel Amen and Dr. Mark Hyman for good doctors to "follow"... -Basis Band for monitoring sleep quality, blood flow, perspiration and more... -Zona Plus (pictured above) for fixing blood pressure and training cardiovascular health.. -Bulletproof Coffee for helping make the switch to "no sugar"... -The QuantifiedSelf movement and website for tracking changes you make... -Stick.com website and Lift app for making positive lifestyle changes... -Book: Conscious Golf: The Three Secrets of Success in Business, Life and Golf... -Book: Do The Work (and any other books from Seth Godin's Domino Project)... -Book: The Blood Sugar Solution... Questions, comments or feedback about Michael Fishman's health advice and his recommendations, resources and interview? Leave your thoughts at BenGreenfieldFitness.com!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

https://bengreenfieldfitness.com/258 Oct 2, 2013 Podcast: Natural UTI remedies, how to detox your liver, can you drink BulletProof Coffee every day, six ways to deal with anxiety, and proven ways to fix muscle cramps. 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+. Well trained runners benefit from strength training & it doesn't make you slower at all. Kinda sad that cross-country and track and field coaches are still stuck in their old "static stretching" ways. (I also mention book "Foundation Training" here) Gluten intolerant or want a better gut? 3 bigs things to avoid: instant coffee, cereal with milk and oatmeal. ----------------------------------------------------- Special Announcements: October 4, 6:30pm Pacific: "Get Your Ideal Winter Physique" is next Inner Circle webinar. Get in for 10 bucks a month here. October 8-16: Ben and Brock will be in Kona. Click here to help donate to the cause! February 6 to March 6, 2014: Want to get into the Perfect Health Diet retreat in Austin, Texas? Click here for all details. Ben Greenfield will be presenting at the Feb 6-Mar 6 retreat. If you're looking for a topic we covered in the past - we have released the Ben Greenfield Fitness Top Hits, Vol. 1 on iTunes. 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". Testimonial from Rayne @ 00:26:10I had a break through and wanted to say thank you! After listening to your pod cast I was inspired to get my act together. I've been transitioning to a lower carb eating style with increased fats and moderate protein. It's been going well - lost some weight and body fat %. I'm a relatively large guy, 6'2", 230 lbs, with approx 15%bf. But the true trial came this weekend when I ran the Grand Canyon Rim to Rim to Rim. it's 48 miles and 11000 feet of climbing. I've been running ultras for a number of years and have always used "hammer nutrition" products and consumed around 2-300 calories per hour. For this run I tried something I had never used before (Cardinal sin, I know) I used Ucan super starch, Vespa and a couple of Nut butter packets. I Felt Amazing the entire way. I began to feel sleepy in the final miles so I busted out some sport jelly beans that I had held in reserve and the glucose and caffeine woke me up and I flew out of the Canyon with a total run time of just over 13 hours. For the entire day I consumed just under 200 grams of carbs and approx 88 calories per hour! I never thought that it was possible. Thanks again for your insight and inspiration. Natural UTI Remedies Craig says @ 00:29:53He has a friend who is in her mid-70s who struggles with Urinary Tract Infections. She has tried all the stuff the docs suggested but they still come back. Do you have any ideas? In my response to Craig, I mention the SexyBack Summit by Christa Orecchio and also the d-Mannose supplement and Uva Ursi herb. How To Detox Your Liver Kristopher says @ 00:35:40 Is currently rather healthy (and an ultra runner) but was a chronic hard drug abuser in the past. He just went through a WellnessFX Performanceblood test and everything looks ok (except for elevated ALT, Liver Enzymes). Is there something specific he should be looking for or at? Is there a cleanse or detox he should use to minimize or heal the damage he has done to himself. In my reply, I mention the following: -Liposomal Glutathione -Chlorella from RecoveryBits (use 10% discount code BEN) -Activated Charcoal -Full Spectrum Antioxidant like Lifeshotz -Capracleanse Can you drink BulletProof Coffee every day? Allie says @ 00:52:12 Do you think it is a good idea to use Bulletproof Coffeeeveryday or should you take a few days off per week and save it for "big days"? Six Ways To Deal With Anxiety Michael says @ 00:58:34What would you recommend for someone with a General Anxiety Disorder and resulting chronic/adrenal fatigue. He is looking for a more natural approach to treating his disorder. He's been on meds and has weened himself off. Then he tried some natural remedies like valarian, st. john's wort, and 5-htp. They've been working pretty well but he is still feeling fatigued. He is looking for supplements, lifestyle advice, or other remedies. In my response to Michael, I recommend: -FiveMinuteJournal -The HeartMath Institute -DirectLabs NeuroAdrenal Expanded test -PassionFlower extract -Travacor by Nutriscience -The Kalish Method book Brock also mentions: Taming Your G

https://bengreenfieldfitness.com/257 Sep 25, 2013 Podcast: bitter melon extract for fat loss, natural solutions for bloodshot eyes, home remedies for Shingles, can you exercise hard if you're pregnant, and how to run a 15K. 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+. Here's one of the best articles I've read recently on 10 amazing & useful facts about your brain. The myth of 1 gram per pound of protein intake for weight lifters and bodybuilders. Want a better workout? Exercise in the evening. ----------------------------------------------------- Special Announcements: October 4, 6:30pm Pacific: "Get Your Ideal Winter Physique" is next Inner Circle webinar. Get in for 10 bucks a month here. October 8-16: Ben and Brock will be in Kona. Click here to help donate to the cause! F ebruary 6 to March 6, 2014: Want to get into the Perfect Health Diet retreat in Austin, Texas? Click here for all details. Ben Greenfield will be presenting at the Feb 6-Mar 6 retreat. If you're looking for a topic we covered in the past - we have released the Ben Greenfield Fitness Top Hits, Vol. 1 on iTunes. 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". For those of you who asked about what blood tests to ask your doctor for, here is the DirectLabslink that I mention. Bitter Melon Extract for fat loss Suzanne says @ 00:19:31 She has been using Bitter Melon extract and Garcinia Cambogia for weight loss. Is one better than the other? Can she take them together? Should she? ~ In my response, I mention MPX100 Bitter Melon Extract and Garcinia with 50% HCA. Natural solutions for bloodshot eyes Deanna says @ 00:25:44 Wondering what she can do about the blood shot-ness in the whites of her eyes. She wants the whites to be white again! She's in her mid-30s, she runs about 6 miles a day, she eats healthy and gets plenty of sleep. Could it be something lacking in her diet? ~ In my reply, I recommend this presentation on eye health from the Ancestral Health Symposium. Home remedies for Shingles Sam says @ 00:32:57 His sister just found out that she has the shingles virus. What might be good solutions or home remedies to treat shingles? ~ In my response, I mention this Tai Chi DVD and proteolytic enzymes from Recoverease. Can you exercise hard if you're pregnant? Vashti says @ 00:40:23 She is a fitness trainer... who is pregnant (bit of a surprise to her). She is 42 but fit and strong. Is there anything she should adjust? Any adaptions physically and nutritionally that she should make due to her age? ~ In my reply, I mention this controversial article on a Crossfit pregnant mom. I recommend these 14 core exercises for pregnancy. I also recommend this podcast on pregnancy with Cassandra Forsythe, theSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you've ever wanted to sleep better, learn how to meditate, enhance your relaxation, or even delve in the world of cutting-edge mental techniques such as lucid dreaming and enhanced alpha brain wave activation, then today's episode is for you! Vishen Lakhiani (pictured right) is the founder and CEO of Mindvalley— a ground-breaking company comprised of innovators, artists, technologist and dreamers from over 30 countries around the world. Vishen works with authors, thinkers, and leaders who have pioneered new ways of doing traditional things: parenting, entrepreneurship, spiritual growth, self-development and more. Mindvalley’s team of programmers and marketers then work to build the systems to take these ideas mainstream. Resources we mention during this episode include: -The meditation app Omvana -The sleep app Dormio -Lucid Dreaming -Binaural Beats -Om Harmonics -Six Phase Meditation video And here's one extra for you. I've personally been implementing both the MindValley apps and also a morning journaling technique from FiveMinuteJournal.com to enhance my relaxation, goal-setting and focus each day. What about you? Do you meditate? Do you use these apps? What kind of questions do you have about sleep, meditation and relaxation? Leave your comments at BenGreenfieldFitness.com!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

https://bengreenfieldfitness.com/256 Sep 19, 2013 Podcast: Is alkaline water a scam, ADHD diet for kids, losing weight after adrenal fatigue, what is the best biohacking device, how to test your electrolytes, and how to train for speed and endurance at the same time. 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+. How to cook everything from shrimp and beef to spinach and pears in your dishwasher. Be sure to check out this dishwasher cooking video. Chalk another one up for Tabata sets (although notice the blood lactate levels - that is SERIOUS burn). Inflamed endurance athletes should take no comfort in Tour de France cycling study. ----------------------------------------------------- Special Announcements: -October 4, 6:30pm Pacific: "Get Your Ideal Winter Physique" is next Inner Circle webinar. Get in for 10 bucks a month here. -February 6 to March 6, 2014: Want to get into the Perfect Health Diet retreat in Austin, Texas? Click here for all details. Ben Greenfield will be presenting at the Feb 6-Mar 6 retreat. -If you're looking for a topic we covered in the past - we have released the Ben Greenfield Fitness Top Hits, Vol. 1 on iTunes. -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". Testimonial from Chris @ 00:18:28In a period of 6 months every major aspect of my life - professional, personal and mental - hit complete failure. In a dark place, in incredibly bad health, recovering from a second lower spine surgery, scrambling after my startup company closed shop, spiraling from an incredibly bad (like Manti T'eo meets Catfish bad) relationship breakup, following a two week whiskey bender in Vegas, my older brother (Michael) answered my social network plea to help me hit the life reset button. Together we trained for and finished our first 70.3 triathlon in only 90 days. In the process I'm now in the best shape of my life and have achieved a new level of mental clarity and drive. My 70.3 race goals (in decreasing order) were to 1) finish the half-ironman 2) finish under 6:00:00 maximum 3) finish under 5:45:00 stretch 4) do not walk during the run leg 5) leave with a desire to continue training in endurance multi sports and 6) beat my brother -he beat me in both of our tune-up olympic distance triathlons. Is Alkaline Water A Scam? BodyChem says @ 00:22:30Kangen Water "a means of delivering alkaline water to your body". Is this a good thing to do for as source of hydration all the time or just now and then? ADHD Diet for Kids Breakfast says @ 00:30:51She has a 10-year-old son that will not eat breakfast. He is on an ADHD medication so he really needs to eat a breakfast with protein in it. Would you recommend a protein powder smoothie for breakfast? She read that Coronation Instant Breakfast was a good thing to give him (due to the vitamins and minerals). She doesn't want to give that to him but she does want to get some protein in with the meds. Losing weight after adrenal fatigue Fatloss says @ 00:40:59 Recovering from adrenal fatigue and wants to lose the 10lbs he put on while recovering. What would be the best way to lose the weight without risking a relapse? ~ In my response, I mention the CoolFatBurner.com vest and Focal furniture website. What is the best biohacking device? Jen says @ 00:50:20 She has a birthday coming up next month and wants to ask for a biohacking tool or electronic. What would be the best one be for the money that will tell her the most information? She does half and full marathons but mostly just goes to the gym and does group exercise classes. She already has a Garmin and a HR Monitor. ~ In my response, I mention the Azumio Argus + LifeTrak device OR the Zensorium Tinke OR the FitBit. We also mention the MindAlive therapy device. How to test your electrolytes Jeremy says @ 00:59:08 He is looking for a good way to track his electrolytes. Is there a way to know what you are specifically low on? He currently uses endurolytes (20 ounces of water and 4 endurolyte pills per hour) but doesn't know if that is the right ratio. ~ In my reply, I mention WellnessFX Baseline Test and DirectLabs Mineral Panel. I also talk about Onnit+ Himalayan Sea Salt or trace liquid minerals. How to train for speed and endurance at the same time Mathew says @ 01:04:30 He is doing a "stair race" in February (less than 5 minutes all out max effort) and then do a "50 mile running race" in May. He is

For the past 4 days, I've been living in the Rocky Mountain National Park - at above 9000 feet altitude in the depths of the Colorado wilderness. During each of those days, I took a 15-30 minute icy cold plunge into the big mountain lake... ...and there's a very specific reason why - something called "cold thermogenesis" (also known as "CT"). If you don't know what CT is - or why it can help you get massively tougher, burn fat faster, decrease inflammation, boost performance and build cardiovascular endurance, then today's Tim Ferriss Cold Thermogenesis Special Episode is for you. In this interview, I talk more about the topic of cold and fat loss with Tim Ferriss, and NASA materials engineer Ray Cronise.In this episode, we discuss: -Why weight loss experts are wrong when they say that “calories in=calories out” is the weight loss equation…. -What type of self-experiments Tim conducted to see whether changes in body temperature can result in weight loss… -Exactly how your biology responds to cold, and what it means for your rapid fat loss… -What to eat before cold exposure to make you lose even more fat, faster… -Practical ways to get instant cold exposure for weight loss… -The future of research and experimentation in cold exposure and fat loss… Due to the fact that I'm off to London this week to speak at the Global Triathlon Conference and do a Primality workshop with Darryl Edwards, we dug this extremely popular podcast episode out of our archives. If you want more resources on cold thermogenesis, then you're in luck. In addition to today's podcast, I'd highly recommend you check out the following: -The DeSoto Arm Coolers I'll be sporting during Ironman Hawaii this year -Tim's 4 Hour Body book -What Is A Body Cooling Device, and Does It Actually Work? -How You Can Use Cold Thermogenesis To Perform Like Lance Armstrong And Michael Phelps -Tips For Burning More Fat With Cold Thermogenesis (And Why Icing Really Does Work) -The BenGreenfieldFitness Premium content, which features an absolutely mind-blowing 1 hour cold thermogenesis lecture and slides by Ray Cronise Question, comments or feedback about cold thermogenesis? Have you tried cold thermogenesis? If so, what have you found successful? Leave your thoughts at BenGreenfieldFitness.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you want to naturally heal your body, and are sick of expensive or overwhelming solutions to get rid of pain, then today's podcast episode with Jason Wachob is perfect for you. As CEO and Founder of MindBodyGreen.com, Jason's goal is to inspire people around the world to live their healthiest lives, by making informed choices about food, movement, and spirituality. After being told that he required back surgery, Jason opted for yoga and is now completely healed. Jason has been featured in The New York Times and Vogue Australia, and has a BA in History from Columbia University, where he played varsity basketball for four years. You can watch his video telling the story of how MindBodyGreen came to life here. Resources we mention during the show: -5 Reasons Why Dudes Should Practice Yoga -Yoga Poses for Back Pain Do you have questions, comments or feedback about how to naturally heal back pain? Leave your thoughts at BenGreenfieldFitness.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

https://bengreenfieldfitness.com/255 Sep 4, 2013 Podcast: how to get strong as a bull and then get ripped, how to get better results from cold thermogenesis, what to do about excessive sweating, how often should you poop, the best natural skin care strategies, and how to get rid of a bone spur without surgery. 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+. Yet another reason I am adding a wood burning stove to my next home and Josh Whiton's wood burning stove article. Shocking 3D scan of what high heels do to your feet. 10 minute miles for 90 minutes exercise in a fasted state for cellular detox? Just don't overdo this one. ----------------------------------------------------- Special Announcements: Ben's official Ironman Canada/ketosis/minimalist training race report - came out on Sunday in a special Premium Podcast. Sign up and check it out! ONE slot remaining - November 14 or 21 to December 4, 2013 Thailand Triathlon Adventure with Ben Greenfield - details at pacificfit.net/thailand. Now including the pre-camp: It's a "high end" triathlon training resort. Brand new facilities - check 'em out! We're going to do coached sessions every day. It won't be hardcore training as much as a focus on learning about nutrition, training, fitness, and how to "get the edge" in endurance, life and health! September 10 to 12, 2013: The Global Business Triathlon Conference is featuring Ben Greenfield as a speaker. Hilton London Metropole, London, UK - Join us for the premier global gathering of leaders of the triathlon business community. Enjoy three days of learning, networking and fun at the newly renovated Hilton London Metropole, conveniently located near the ITU World Championship activities in Hyde Park. Here is a link to the Facebook page for the London meetup with Ben Greenfield. February 6 to March 6, 2014: Want to get into the Perfect Health Diet retreat in Austin, Texas? Click here for all details. Ben Greenfield will be presenting at the Feb 6-Mar 6 retreat. If you're looking for a topic we covered in the past - we have released the Ben Greenfield Fitness Top Hits, Vol. 1 on iTunes. 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 Get Strong As A Bull, And Then Get Ripped 555 says @ 00:22:53 Do you think the Strong Lift 555 program is effective for someone trying to bulk up? ~ In my reply, I recommend "Starting Strength" by Mark Rippetoe, the book "Interventions" by Dan John, and my 9 Month Men's Muscle Building Program on TrainingPeaks. How To Get Better Results From Cold Thermogenesis Jenna says @ 00:32:16 Is it better to use all cold water (like an ice bath) or cycle between cold and hot water (like a contrast shower) to maximize the effects of cold thermogenesis? Is there a clear winner or is one better for recovery goals and one better for metabolic goals? ~ In my response to Jenna, I recommend the Ray Cronise episode inside the BenGreenfieldFitness phone app. I also recommend my Cold Thermogenesis How-To article. What To Do About Excessive Sweating Mike says @ 00:39:43 He's a 44-year-old who has worked out his whole life. In the last 10 years, he has started reacting differently to humidity - he sweats a lot. To the point of embarrassment. Should he shut off the air conditioning? Is there any way he can learn to deal with heat and humidity better? ~ In my reply, I mention an autoimmune protocol. How Often Should You Poop? JustWondering says @ 00:50:19 How many times should you poop in a day? ~ In my response, I mention the How To Poop The Right Way episode we did. I also recommend The Squatty Potty. The best natural skin care strategies Kelcey says @ 00:58:21 She buys skin care products from Hydron but they contain BHA. She emailed Hydron about it and there was some back and forth. In the end, because of her email, they are going to start some testing to see if they can get rid of the BHA in their products and use Rosamox instead. Is this better? ~ In my response, I mention the two BenGreenfieldFitness Inner Circle webinars: How To Make Your Own Sunscreen & Natural Skin Protection and How To Protect Your Skin By Avoiding Chemicals And Choosing The Right Products. How To Get Rid of A Bone Spur Without Surgery Bob says @ 01:09:23 He has a serious bone spur near his big toe. He knows surgery is inevitable but is hoping to learn why bone spurs happen and if there is a non-surgical treatment f

Alright folks, this is it. For the past 12 weeks - in a build-up to racing an Ironman triathlon - I've been combining low carb and extreme minimalist training protocols... ...I've been biohacking every last detail... ...I've been tracking all blood and performance results... ...and now I'm releasing everything to you in one fell swoop. If you've ever wanted to know exactly what happens to the body when you use ketosis, a low carbohydrate diet or minimalist training protocols, and then try to pull off a feat of physical performance such as an Ironman triathlon or a marathon or a Crossfit competition or anything else remotely insane, you're about to find out what happens - the good, the bad, and the ugly. I am releasing this entire report as a Premium audio episode - and in addition to detailing all the nitty-gritty blood results, race results, practical fueling tips, workout details and every question about the race submitted on the BenGreenfieldFitness Facebook page, I also reveal some pretty shocking details that you're not going to want to miss, including whether I would ever do something like this again. Resources mentioned during this audio include: -My "Minimalist Training" Build-Up to Ironman Hawaii World Championships -The video of what I ate during the race. -Downloadable .pdf of WellnessFX blood results -Official Ironman Canada results -Low T3 Syndrome article by Chris Kresser -Article about Sex Hormone Binding Globulin and Cortisol If you need to catch yourself up to speed, the previous two episodes in this series are: -The Great Ketogenic Ironman Experiment - Can You Go Low-Carb And Be A Fast Endurance Athlete Without Destroying Your Body? -The Official "Ask Me Anything About Ketosis & Ironman" Premium Podcast Click here to donate to the podcast and, in doing so, directly support Ben's journey to get to the big race in Kona! Questions, comments or feedback?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

https://bengreenfieldfitness.com/254 Aug 28, 2013 Podcast: How Hollywood Celebrities Can Look So Good, What To Do When You Can't Eat Fresh Food, Anemia From Your Gut, Natural Remedies for H-Pylori, What Is The Clear Skin Diet. 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+. Scary. Horrific conditions inside drug factories. The many benefits of arginine are enormous - but arginine doesn't work unless you have adequate folate. Gentleman, if you are old and you run, then lift weights. Period. ----------------------------------------------------- Special Announcements: Ben's official Ironman Canada/ketosis/minimalist training race report - comes out this Monday in a special Premium Podcast. ONE slot remaining - November 21 to December 4, 2013 Thailand Triathlon Adventure with Ben Greenfield - details at pacificfit.net/thailand. Now including the pre-camp: It's a "high end" triathlon training resort. Brand new facilities - check 'em out! We're going to do coached sessions every day. It won't be hardcore training as much as a focus on learning about nutrition, training, fitness, and how to "get the edge" in endurance, life and health! September 10 to 12, 2013: The Global Business Triathlon Conference is featuring Ben Greenfield as a speaker. Hilton London Metropole, London, UK - Join us for the premier global gathering of leaders of the triathlon business community. Enjoy three days of learning, networking and fun at the newly renovated Hilton London Metropole, conveniently located near the ITU World Championship activities in Hyde Park. Here is a link to the Facebook page for the London meetup with Ben Greenfield. February 6 to March 6, 2014: Want to get into the Perfect Health Diet retreat in Austin, Texas? Click here for all details. Ben Greenfield will be presenting at the Feb 6-Mar 6 retreat. If you're looking for a topic we covered in the past - we have released the Ben Greenfield Fitness Top Hits, Vol. 1. Including: 1. The Benefits of Fish vs. Fish Oil 2. The Best Ways to Stop Hair Loss 3. Increase Your Hematocrit & Oxygen Levels 4. Strengthen Your Immune System & Shorten the Duration of a Cold 5. Top 10 Ways to Boost Libido 6. Get Rid of Migraines Naturally 7. Become a Curvaceous, Lean, Ripped Female Athlete Without Destroying Your Health 8. Stop Side Stitches as Fast as Possible 9. Is It Possible for a Vegan to Be a Healthy Endurance Athlete 10. How Much Water Do You Really Need to Drink Each Day And of course, this week's top iTunes review gets a care package straight from Ben - leave your review for a chance to win one: ----------------------------------------------------- Listener Q&A: As compiled, edited and sometimes read by Brock, the Ben Greenfield Fitness Podcast "sidekick". How Hollywood Celebrities Can Look So Good Louis asks @ 00:25:51 I have been seeing a lot of articles talking about Hollywood actors that have been able to get into amazing shape for their roles and have done so by working out 2-3 hours a day, 6 days a week. This seems to violate the rule of allowing for adequate recovery time and "over training", yet it seems like it's working for them judging by the results. So what gives? Is the importance of recovery time overstated or are these guys all using PED's to get into shape fast? ~ In my reply, I mention the body-typing fitness book at http://www.GetFitGuy.com What To Do When You Can't Eat Fresh Food Dom says @ 00:35:14 He normally eats lots of fresh food but his work is taking him away for 8 weeks to a place where all the food is packaged and stored for a long time. Could you recommend a supplement that will help him not feel sluggish from eating like this. ~ In my response, I mention the book "Eating On The Wild Side" and the "Healthy Travel Tips" video with Jessa and I and also the supplement "LivingFuel SuperGreens". I mention my previous episode on the race in Mongolia and my episode on the Boy Scout trip. In those podcasts, I had talked about Pemmican, Cocochia bars, and Supergreens. I also mention you can make your own beef jerky OR eat 200-300 calories of jerky from US Wellness Meats. You can also eat or swallow 25-50 EnergyBits and 5-10 Master Amino Pattern (MAP) capsules. Use 10% discount code “BEN” at EnergyBits.com and get MAP at pacificfit.net. Anemia From Your Gut Jasmine says @ 00:45:24 Her best friend who is 19-years-old and has only had her period once (when she was 12). She is slight, Swedish, has low iron and is gluten intolerant. Are there some tests she should get? What kind of diet should she be on? They want to avoid meds. ~ In my reply, I recommend the WellnessFX Performance panel and also the

https://bengreenfieldfitness.com/253 Aug 21, 2013 Podcast: New Ways To Sleep Better, How To Track Your Sleep, Should Blood Sugar Go Up When You Exercise, Are Fillers In Multivitamins Bad, Should You Get Your Knee Injected, and How To Eliminate Decision Fatigue. 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+. How Your Brain Becomes Addicted To Caffeine. What’s in Your Milk? 20+ Painkillers, Antibiotics, and More. Ask for an IV if you finish a triathlon or marathon and you can get one! Need gut testing in London? Visit www.sportiedoc.com/consult. ----------------------------------------------------- Special Announcements: ONE slot remaining - November 21 to December 4, 2013 Thailand Triathlon Adventure with Ben Greenfield - details at pacificfit.net/thailand. Now including the pre-camp: It's a "high end" triathlon training resort. Brand new facilities - check 'em out! We're going to do coached sessions every day. It won't be hardcore training as much as a focus on learning about nutrition, training, fitness, and how to "get the edge" in endurance, life and health! August 23, Friday noon Pacific - Ironman Canada at Whistler Meet-up: All BenGreenfieldFitness fans and athletes are invited to hang out for a lunch hour on Friday before the big race! Come ask your last-minute questions, chill, plan post-race parties and meet other athletes who will be racing. This event will be a Mogul's coffeehouse and you can RSVP on the BenGreenfieldFitness Facebook page. September 10 to 12, 2013: The Global Business Triathlon Conference is featuring Ben Greenfield as a speaker. Hilton London Metropole, London, UK - Join us for the premier global gathering of leaders of the triathlon business community. Enjoy three days of learning, networking and fun at the newly renovated Hilton London Metropole, conveniently located near the ITU World Championship activities in Hyde Park. Here is a link to the Facebook page for the London meetup with Ben Greenfield. February 6 to March 6, 2014: Want to get into the Perfect Health Diet retreat in Austin, Texas? Click here for all details. Ben Greenfield will be presenting at the Feb 6-Mar 6 retreat. If you're looking for a topic we covered in the past - we have released the Ben Greenfield Fitness Top Hits, Vol. 1. Including: 1. The Benefits of Fish vs. Fish Oil 2. The Best Ways to Stop Hair Loss 3. Increase Your Hematocrit & Oxygen Levels 4. Strengthen Your Immune System & Shorten the Duration of a Cold 5. Top 10 Ways to Boost Libido 6. Get Rid of Migraines Naturally 7. Become a Curvaceous, Lean, Ripped Female Athlete Without Destroying Your Health 8. Stop Side Stitches as Fast as Possible 9. Is It Possible for a Vegan to Be a Healthy Endurance Athlete 10. How Much Water Do You Really Need to Drink Each Day And of course, this week's top iTunes review gets a care package straight from Ben - leave your review for a chance to win one: ----------------------------------------------------- Listener Q&A: As compiled, edited and sometimes read by Brock, the Ben Greenfield Fitness Podcast "sidekick". Testimonial from Rolynn After reading some of Ben's articles, he was able to diagnose himself with gluten intolerance, clean up his diet and start setting some PRs in his races again (first ones since May). He also dropped 3lbs and felt much better and lighter. He could also feel his body getting cleaner. He really credits your articles on eating gluten free prior to race days and the 4 day detox challenge. New Ways To Sleep Better Heather says @ 00:25:32 Body Health just put out a new supplement called Healthy Sleep Ultra. It is a little expensive but she knows they make good quality supplements. She has sleep issues and has tried many things that you have suggested. If this is something new that might be able to help her, she is willing to spend the money but she wanted your opinion first. ~ In my response to Heather, I mention: Travacor by Nutriscience Neuro-5 HTP by Biotics CraveArrest by Designs For Health DirectLabs and is the NeuroAdrenal Expanded test. How To Track Your Sleep Michael says @ 00:33:59 He uses the Sleep Tracker app by Innovative Sleep Solutions. They say it is 90% accurate as compared to a real sleep test. Do you believe them? Do you know of any sleep tracking apps or devices that might be better? ~ Here's where you can buy the Sleeptracker from Amazon and support the podcast. Should Blood Sugar Go Up When You Exercise Jason asks @ 00:43:21 He is a Type 1 diabetic, 31 years old, and is having trouble with his glucose readings in the morning. They jump very quickly, especially after exercise which he knows is normal. He h

News flash: lots of pills, capsules, tablets, and vitamins end up completely unabsorbed, in a pile of poo, in your toilet. From liposomal glutathione to transdermal magnesium, the truth is that there are delivery mechanisms for vitamins, minerals, nutrients and any other pills you may be popping that are 5 to 20 times more potent than regular delivery mechanisms like simply swallowing a capsule or tablet. But although they can literally give you a nearly unfair advantage when it comes to enhancing your performance, detoxing your body quickly, massively boosting your immune system or sparking a significant increase in your IQ... ...these delivery mechanisms fly under the radar. Not anymore. In today's podcast interview with Mark Joyner (pictured right), you're going to learn everything you need to know about how to deliver important nutrients to your body in much more efficient ways that simply popping a pill... Mark is the author of the Do-It-Yourself Nanotech Super Nutrients Guide and the biohacks, detoxes, and nutrient delivery mechanisms we discuss during the show (which he details in the guide) include: -liposomal delivery -nebulization -vaporization -sublinguals -transdermals -binding -and much more. Mark is an author, inventor, and serial entrepreneur. He is Founder and CEO at Simpleology, a web application that helps people and teams get more done faster. Questions, comments or feedback on this podcast? Leave your thoughts at BenGreenfieldFitness.com. And remember: don’t screw around. Do your own research and understand what you’re working with before you mess around with any of this stuff. Click here to download Mark'sSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are you confused by what your cholesterol levels really say about your health? Do you wonder if all the exercise and healthy eating you're doing even affects your cholesterol numbers? Don't you wish someone could just spell it out in simple English and tell you what, if anything, you need to do to improve your heart and overall health? You get all the answers from Jimmy Moore and I in today's podcast. Jimmy is a prolific and highly respected health blogger and podcaster, and in his new book "Cholesterol Clarity", he interviews 28 of the world's top health experts from various fields to give you the complete lowdown on cholesterol. You're going to be shocked at what you learn, and it goes way above and beyond Jimmy's freak thumb dislocation that revealed his entire musculoskeletal system was in a downward tailspin (don't worry, you'll hear how that relates to cholesterol when you listen in).During our interview, I ask Jimmy: -Why are your LDL-C and total cholesterol number not as important in determining your health as your doctor may think? -So what *should* your doctor should be testing for? -Where do HDL and triglycerides fit in? -So when does cholesterol actually become "dangerous"? -Why don't cholesterol-lowering statin drugs necessarily solve heart health concerns? -Why is consuming saturated fat good and why are carbohydrates detrimental to attaining the best cholesterol numbers? -Why there is a growing number of physicians, researchers and nutritionists who believe treating cholesterol numbers is virtually irrelevant? Questions, comments or feedback about why cholesterol isn't bad? Visit the BenGreenfieldFitness.com website! And be sure to grab the Cholesterol Clarity book by clicking here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

https://bengreenfieldfitness.com/251 Aug 7, 2013 Podcast: How to transition from vegetarian to meat eating, the pros and cons of circumcision, why you should avoid red rice yeast, fast ways to heal stress fractures, and getting rid of varicose veins. 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+. Having trouble sleeping? It could be the moon's fault. Higher testosterone AND better heart rate variability with colostrum use? I am in. Stay cool to stay thin. ----------------------------------------------------- Special Announcements: The Ben Greenfield Fitness phone app - is your portal to all of Ben's best fitness shows, special episodes, and videos in one convenient spot - including exclusive bonus content you won't get anywhere else except inside this app! ONE slot remaining - November 21 to December 4, 2013 Thailand Triathlon Adventure with Ben Greenfield - details at pacificfit.net/thailand. Now including the pre-camp: It's a "high end" triathlon training resort. Brand new facilities - check 'em out! We're going to do coached sessions every day. It won't be hardcore training as much as a focus on learning about nutrition, training, fitness, and how to "get the edge" in endurance, life and health! August 14 to 17: Ketogenic Diets and Exercise Performance. Ben Greenfield, M.S., CSCS, C-ISSN, Jamie Scott, PGDipNutMed, PGDipSportExMed, Mark Sisson, Robb Wolf, B.S., Jimmy Moore. Ben Greenfield are on the Ketogenic Diet for Athlete Performance panel at the Ancestral Health Symposium in August. Visit http://www.ancestryfoundation.org/ for details. August 23, Friday noon Pacific - Ironman Canada at Whistler Meet-up: All BenGreenfieldFitness fans and athletes are invited to hang out for a lunch hour on Friday before the big race! Come ask your last-minute questions, chill, plan post-race parties and meet other athletes who will be racing. This event will be a Mogul's coffeehouse and you can RSVP on the BenGreenfieldFitness Facebook page. September 10 to 12, 2013: The Global Business Triathlon Conference is featuring Ben Greenfield as a speaker. Hilton London Metropole, London, UK - Join us for the premier global gathering of leaders of the triathlon business community. Enjoy three days of learning, networking and fun at the newly renovated Hilton London Metropole, conveniently located near the ITU World Championship activities in Hyde Park. February 6 to March 6, 2014: Want to get into the Perfect Health Diet retreat in Austin, Texas? Click here for all details. Ben Greenfield will be presenting at the Feb 6-Mar 6 retreat. If you're looking for a topic we covered in the past - we have released the Ben Greenfield Fitness Top Hits, Vol. 1. Including: 1. The Benefits of Fish vs. Fish Oil 2. The Best Ways to Stop Hair Loss 3. Increase Your Hematocrit & Oxygen Levels 4. Strengthen Your Immune System & Shorten the Duration of a Cold 5. Top 10 Ways to Boost Libido 6. Get Rid of Migraines Naturally 7. Become a Curvaceous, Lean, Ripped Female Athlete Without Destroying Your Health 8. Stop Side Stitches as Fast as Possible 9. Is It Possible for a Vegan to Be a Healthy Endurance Athlete 10. How Much Water Do You Really Need to Drink Each Day And of course, this week's top iTunes review gets a care package straight from Ben - leave your review for a chance to win one: ----------------------------------------------------- Listener Q&A: As compiled, edited and sometimes read by Brock, the Ben Greenfield Fitness Podcast "sidekick". How To Transition From Vegetarian to Meat Eating Kim says @ 00:29:53She has been a vegetarian for 29 years and is about to start eating meat again. What kind of GI or digestive transition can she expect her body to make and do you have any advice on how to make this transition easier? ~ In my reply to Kim, I mention Digestive Enzymes from Caprazymes, and also: 1-2 capsules HCl with Pepsin immediately prior to meal (may need to work up to more, stop if burn) 1-2 serving organic bitters immediately prior to meal 1-2 servings bone broth or organic gelatin per day The pros and cons of circumcision Adam says @ 00:30:41 They are expecting a baby and are wondering how you feel about circumcision and the long term health implications? Also, are the benefits of Cord Blood Storage large enough to justify the cost, are there any risks involved and do you have any suggestions on how to pick a storage service? ~ In my reply, I recommend the Better Baby Book by Dave Asprey. Why you should avoid red rice yeast Charlie says @ 00:41:02His cardiologist recommended he go on Red Rice Yeast as a way to help reduce the damage of cho