
The Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show with Ben Brown
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Ep 257257_Q&A: Underrated Fat Loss Exercises, How Important Are Rest Periods, and What to Do When Motivation Is Low
Welcome to another Q&A episode of the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show, where I answer some of your most pressing questions about nutrition, fitness, and fat loss. Today I'll be breaking down the best type of activity for fat loss, how much exercise you should really be doing, whether time between sets actually makes a difference, and perhaps the most relatable of all—how do you find the motivation to work out when you just don’t feel like it?I'll be giving you practical, no-nonsense advice to help you push past plateaus and stay on track with your fitness goals, even when life gets chaotic. If you've struggled with these questions or found yourself stuck in a bit of a fitness rut, this episode is for you. So without further ado, let's dive in.As always, if you love what you hear on this show, then do me a favor and subscribe, leave a positive rating and review, and share this episode with a friend or loved one whom you think could benefit. And if you want to talk about working with me personally, I’d love to chat. Just schedule your free nutrition strategy call at https://www.bodysystems.com/free-strategy-call/.RESOURCES:Book a free call to learn about our new men's hybrid coaching program PrimeFitOS: https://www.primefitos.com/callGrab our FREE Fat Loss Fix Guide: https://bodysystems.com/fat-loss-fix-guide/Check out our new High Protein Recipe Pack – Over 52 Easy to Make Protein Dense Meals + 2-Weeks of Shopping Guides and Meal Plans: https://bodysystems.com/high-protein-recipe-pack/We’ve recently partnered with Fullscript, the #1 online source for only professional-grade supplements, to create our own Smart Nutrition Made Simple Supplement Shop! As a loyal subscriber of Body Systems, you automatically qualify for 15% off all supplements – https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/bslnutrition/signupConnect with Us:Email: [email protected] Join our Smart Nutrition Community: https://www.smartnutritionmadesimple.comCheck out our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bodysystemscoachingFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodysystemscoaching/Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminbrownnutrition/

Ep 256256_Q&A: Are You Lifting Heavy Enough, Can You Lose Fat & Gain Muscle at the same time, and Are Your "Bad Genetics" Really Holding You Back?
Welcome back to another episode of The Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show.I'm Ben Brown, head coach and owner here at Body Systems and I'm excited to welcome you to this Q&A episode.In today's episode, we are going to talk about whether you're using the right weight for a given exercise and how to know how much weight you should be using.We're going to talk about whether it's possible to lose fat and build muscle at the same time.And what do you do if you have "bad genetics"? Oh, is it your genetics that's keeping you stuck? I beg to differ, but you're going to have to find out more by digging into this episode.So let's go ahead and jump right in.As always, if you love what you hear on this show, then do me a favor and subscribe, leave a positive rating and review, and share this episode with a friend or loved one whom you think could benefit. And if you want to talk about working with me personally, I’d love to chat. Just schedule your free nutrition strategy call at https://www.bodysystems.com/free-strategy-call/.RESOURCES:Book a free call to learn about our new men's hybrid coaching program PrimeFitOS: https://www.primefitos.com/callGrab our FREE Fat Loss Fix Guide: https://bodysystems.com/fat-loss-fix-guide/Check out our new High Protein Recipe Pack – Over 52 Easy to Make Protein Dense Meals + 2-Weeks of Shopping Guides and Meal Plans: https://bodysystems.com/high-protein-recipe-pack/We’ve recently partnered with Fullscript, the #1 online source for only professional-grade supplements, to create our own Smart Nutrition Made Simple Supplement Shop! As a loyal subscriber of Body Systems, you automatically qualify for 15% off all supplements – https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/bslnutrition/signupConnect with Us:Email: [email protected] Join our Smart Nutrition Community: https://www.smartnutritionmadesimple.comCheck out our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bodysystemscoachingFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodysystemscoaching/Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminbrownnutrition/

Ep 255255_How to Train and Eat for Muscle Gain vs. Fat Loss
How do I get more toned without becoming too bulky? What's better, heavier weights or higher reps? Can you split up your workouts and still get the same benefits? How do we differentiate between weight loss and fat loss, and how does muscle factor into that equation?I answer all of these questions in this week's Q&A episode of the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show.If you have a question you'd like me to answer on the show, send me a DM or drop it in the comments below. As always, if you love what you hear on this show, then do me a favor and subscribe, leave a positive rating and review, and share this episode with a friend or loved one whom you think could benefit. And if you want to talk about working with me personally, I’d love to chat. Just schedule your free nutrition strategy call at https://www.bodysystems.com/free-strategy-call/.RESOURCES:Book a free call to learn about our new men's hybrid coaching program PrimeFitOS: https://www.primefitos.com/callGrab our FREE Fat Loss Fix Guide: https://bodysystems.com/fat-loss-fix-guide/Check out our new High Protein Recipe Pack – Over 52 Easy to Make Protein Dense Meals + 2-Weeks of Shopping Guides and Meal Plans: https://bodysystems.com/high-protein-recipe-pack/We’ve recently partnered with Fullscript, the #1 online source for only professional-grade supplements, to create our own Smart Nutrition Made Simple Supplement Shop! As a loyal subscriber of Body Systems, you automatically qualify for 15% off all supplements – https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/bslnutrition/signupConnect with Us:Email: [email protected] Join our Smart Nutrition Community: https://www.smartnutritionmadesimple.comCheck out our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bodysystemscoachingFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodysystemscoaching/Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminbrownnutrition/

Ep 254254_Behind the Scenes: An Insiders Perspective of Nutrition and Fat Loss with Kristina Brown
All too often, clients join our Smart Nutrition Coaching Program having spent years taking care of everyone else but themselves, only to realize that the person they see in the mirror is no longer a reflection of who they want to be.This exact scenario played out with my wife, Kristina. A former collegiate athlete and all-around hard-charging individual, Kristina put all of her time and effort into work, taking care of our three kids, and volunteering what little time she had left. She found herself drinking more alcohol than she'd like to admit, snacking in the evenings, hitting up fast food restaurants on the way home from work, staying up too late, and not getting enough sleep. She realized that she wasn't living up to the person she wanted to be for her kids.A few years ago, Kristina made a massive shift. She left her job in corporate America, became my business partner, hired Coach Joey, started to prioritize herself, and her results have been incredible.In today's episode of the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show, I'm excited to share my wife's experience both in the trenches at Body Systems and as a client, along with all of the wisdom, knowledge, and advice she has gleaned over the last few years.If you're pouring all of your energy into your children, your career, and/or your commitments, and you're unhappy with the person you've become, then I hope this conversation resonates with you and gives you the kick in the pants to start shifting your mindset around what could be possible if you start prioritizing yourself.As always, if you love what you hear on this show, then do me a favor and subscribe, leave a positive rating and review, and share this episode with a friend or loved one whom you think could benefit. And if you want to talk about working with me personally, I’d love to chat. Just schedule your free nutrition strategy call at https://www.bodysystems.com/free-strategy-call/.RESOURCES:Book a free call to learn about our new men's hybrid coaching program PrimeFitOS: https://www.primefitos.com/callGrab our FREE Fat Loss Fix Guide: https://bodysystems.com/fat-loss-fix-guide/Check out our new High Protein Recipe Pack – Over 52 Easy to Make Protein Dense Meals + 2-Weeks of Shopping Guides and Meal Plans: https://bodysystems.com/high-protein-recipe-pack/We’ve recently partnered with Fullscript, the #1 online source for only professional-grade supplements, to create our own Smart Nutrition Made Simple Supplement Shop! As a loyal subscriber of Body Systems, you automatically qualify for 15% off all supplements – https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/bslnutrition/signupConnect with Us:Email: [email protected] Join our Smart Nutrition Community: https://www.smartnutritionmadesimple.comCheck out our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bodysystemscoachingFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodysystemscoaching/Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminbrownnutrition/

Ep 253253_Is the Juice Worth the Squeeze?
If it sounds too good to be true...It probably is.In today's episode of the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show, I call bullshit on all the crap being spewed over social media on how to lose weight without having to make any sacrifices. Without giving up alcohol. Without tracking your food. Without meal prepping or meal planning. Without giving up junk food. Because there will ALWAYS be tradeoffs. And while you don't have to do all of these things to lose weight, the process is going to be THAT much harder in the long-run.As always, if you love what you hear on this show, then do me a favor and subscribe, leave a positive rating and review, and share this episode with a friend or loved one whom you think could benefit. And if you want to talk about working with me personally, I’d love to chat. Just schedule your free nutrition strategy call at https://www.bodysystems.com/free-strategy-call/.RESOURCES:Book a free call to learn about our new men's hybrid coaching program PrimeFitOS: https://www.primefitos.com/callGrab our FREE Fat Loss Fix Guide: https://bodysystems.com/fat-loss-fix-guide/Check out our new High Protein Recipe Pack – Over 52 Easy to Make Protein Dense Meals + 2-Weeks of Shopping Guides and Meal Plans: https://bodysystems.com/high-protein-recipe-pack/We’ve recently partnered with Fullscript, the #1 online source for only professional-grade supplements, to create our own Smart Nutrition Made Simple Supplement Shop! As a loyal subscriber of Body Systems, you automatically qualify for 15% off all supplements - https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/bslnutrition/signupConnect with Us:Email: [email protected] Join our Smart Nutrition Community: https://www.smartnutritionmadesimple.comCheck out our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bodysystemscoachingFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodysystemscoaching/Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminbrownnutrition/

Ep 252252_Busting Fitness Myths: What You Think You Need Vs. What You Actually Need
In today's special Q&A episode of the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show, I'll discuss some of the common practices that people think that they should be doing, but actually are probably hindering their success, whether you can still lose weight while drinking alcohol and eating junk food, if you need to stretch before I work out, and whether or not being sore is a sign of a good workout.As always, if you love what you hear on this show, then do me a favor and subscribe, leave a positive rating and review, and share this episode with a friend or loved one whom you think could benefit. And if you want to talk about working with me personally, I’d love to chat. Just schedule your free nutrition strategy call at https://www.bodysystems.com/free-strategy-call/.RESOURCES:Book a free call to learn about our new men's hybrid coaching program PrimeFitOS: https://www.primefitos.com/callGrab our FREE Fat Loss Fix Guide: https://bodysystems.com/fat-loss-fix-guide/Check out our new High Protein Recipe Pack – Over 52 Easy to Make Protein Dense Meals + 2-Weeks of Shopping Guides and Meal Plans: https://bodysystems.com/high-protein-recipe-pack/We’ve recently partnered with Fullscript, the #1 online source for only professional-grade supplements, to create our own Smart Nutrition Made Simple Supplement Shop! As a loyal subscriber of Body Systems, you automatically qualify for 15% off all supplements –https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/bslnutrition/signupConnect with Us:Email: [email protected] Join our Smart Nutrition Community: https://www.smartnutritionmadesimple.comCheck out our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bodysystemscoachingFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodysystemscoaching/Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminbrownnutrition/

Ep 251251_The 10 Commandments of Fat Loss Over 40
Things change as we get older. We start to accumulate more belly fat. We have a harder time losing weight. We have a harder time recovering from our workouts. We experience more stress and frankly have more responsibilities. We have more excuses as to why it becomes harder to eat healthier and exercise. We feel like we just don't have enough time to do the things we need to do to move the needle. And if we do, we feel like the things we used to do aren't working anymore.In today's episode of the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show, I'm sharing what I call my 10 commandments of fat loss over 40, and ways we can start to look at nutrition, fitness, strength training, joint health, and recovery a little bit differently. As always, if you love what you hear on this show, then do me a favor and subscribe, leave a positive rating and review, and share this episode with a friend or loved one whom you think could benefit. And if you want to talk about working with me personally, I’d love to chat. Just schedule your free nutrition strategy call at https://www.bodysystems.com/free-strategy-call/.RESOURCES:If you'd like a copy of my full presentation, just shoot me an email at [email protected] a free call to learn about our new men's hybrid coaching program PrimeFitOS: https://www.primefitos.com/callGrab our FREE Fat Loss Fix Guide: https://bodysystems.com/fat-loss-fix-guide/Check out our new High Protein Recipe Pack – Over 52 Easy to Make Protein Dense Meals + 2-Weeks of Shopping Guides and Meal Plans: https://bodysystems.com/high-protein-recipe-pack/We’ve recently partnered with Fullscript, the #1 online source for only professional-grade supplements, to create our own Smart Nutrition Made Simple Supplement Shop! As a loyal subscriber of Body Systems, you automatically qualify for 15% off all supplements – https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/bslnutrition/signupConnect with Us:Email: [email protected] Join our Smart Nutrition Community: https://www.smartnutritionmadesimple.comCheck out our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bodysystemscoachingFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodysystemscoaching/Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminbrownnutrition/

Ep 250250_You Become Who You Surround Yourself With
As the adage goes, you are the sum of the five people that you surround yourself with.And when it comes to your health and fitness, this rings especially true. In today's episode of the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show, I explain why the people you spend the most time with, and the environment you put yourself in, will dictate your weight loss success, and I share exactly how to cultivate a network of the right people who are actually going to help you elevate.As always, if you love what you hear on this show, then do me a favor and subscribe, leave a positive rating and review, and share this episode with a friend or loved one whom you think could benefit. And if you want to talk about working with me personally, I’d love to chat. Just schedule your free nutrition strategy call at https://www.bodysystems.com/free-strategy-call/.RESOURCES:Book a free call to learn about our new men's hybrid coaching program PrimeFitOS: https://www.primefitos.com/callGrab our FREE Fat Loss Fix Guide: https://bodysystems.com/fat-loss-fix-guide/Check out our new High Protein Recipe Pack – Over 52 Easy to Make Protein Dense Meals + 2-Weeks of Shopping Guides and Meal Plans: https://bodysystems.com/high-protein-recipe-pack/We’ve recently partnered with Fullscript, the #1 online source for only professional-grade supplements, to create our own Smart Nutrition Made Simple Supplement Shop! As a loyal subscriber of Body Systems, you automatically qualify for 15% off all supplements - https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/bslnutrition/signupConnect with Us:Email: [email protected] Join our Smart Nutrition Community: https://www.smartnutritionmadesimple.comCheck out our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bodysystemscoachingFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodysystemscoaching/Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminbrownnutrition/

Ep 249249_How to Navigate Nutrition When Traveling
In today's episode of the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show, I’m excited to share insights from my family’s recent trip to Europe and some travel nutrition strategies that were incredibly helpful during our vacation.If you’re traveling this summer and want to enjoy all the foods, drinks, and fun without completely derailing your weight loss progress, you won't want to miss this podcast.As always, if you love what you hear on this show, please do me a favor and subscribe, leave a positive rating and review, and share this episode with a friend or loved one you think could benefit. And if you want to talk about working with me personally, I’d love to chat. Just schedule your free nutrition strategy call at https://www.bodysystems.com/free-strategy-call/.RESOURCES:Book a free call to learn about our new men's hybrid coaching program PrimeFitOS: https://www.primefitos.com/callGrab our FREE Fat Loss Fix Guide: https://bodysystems.com/fat-loss-fix-guide/Check out our new High Protein Recipe Pack – Over 52 Easy to Make Protein Dense Meals + 2-Weeks of Shopping Guides and Meal Plans: https://bodysystems.com/high-protein-recipe-pack/We’ve recently partnered with Fullscript, the #1 online source for only professional-grade supplements, to create our own Smart Nutrition Made Simple Supplement Shop! As a loyal subscriber of Body Systems, you automatically qualify for 15% off all supplements – https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/bslnutrition/signupConnect with Us:Email: [email protected] Join our Smart Nutrition Community: https://www.smartnutritionmadesimple.comCheck out our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bodysystemscoachingFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodysystemscoaching/Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminbrownnutrition/

Ep 248248_Q&A: High Protein Bars, Shakes, & Snacks - Yay or Nay?
Welcome to a special Q&A episode of the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show where I answer questions submitted by our community members. I'm your host, as always, Ben Brown, Owner and Head Coach here at Body Systems. In today's podcast, we'll discuss what's better, protein bars or protein shakes, my opinion on high-protein desserts, junk foods, and snacks, some easy-to-make quick high-protein foods, and why if weight loss is so simple, why it's so hard. So without further ado, let's get started.As always, if you love what you hear on this show, then do me a favor and subscribe, leave a positive rating and review, and share this episode with a friend or loved one whom you think could benefit. And if you want to talk about working with me personally, I’d love to chat. Just schedule your free nutrition strategy call at https://www.bodysystems.com/free-strategy-call/.RESOURCES:Book a free call to learn about our new men's hybrid coaching program PrimeFitOS: https://www.primefitos.com/callGrab our FREE Fat Loss Fix Guide: https://bodysystems.com/fat-loss-fix-guide/Check out our new High Protein Recipe Pack – Over 52 Easy to Make Protein Dense Meals + 2-Weeks of Shopping Guides and Meal Plans: https://bodysystems.com/high-protein-recipe-pack/We’ve recently partnered with Fullscript, the #1 online source for only professional-grade supplements, to create our own Smart Nutrition Made Simple Supplement Shop! As a loyal subscriber of Body Systems, you automatically qualify for 15% off all supplements – https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/bslnutrition/signupConnect with Us:Email: [email protected] Join our Smart Nutrition Community: https://www.smartnutritionmadesimple.comCheck out our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bodysystemscoachingFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodysystemscoaching/Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminbrownnutrition/

Ep 247247_Q&A: The Truth About Effective Strength Training, Essential Exercises, and Debunking Popular Workouts
Welcome to a special Q&A episode of the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show where I answer questions submitted by our community members. I'm your host, as always, Ben Brown, Owner and Head Coach here at Body Systems. In today's podcast, we're discussing whether strength training exercises need to be fancy to be effective, if there are essential exercises everyone should do, why I often criticize popular workouts like OrangeTheory and CrossFit, and how we handle situations where clients don't see desired results despite "cutting calories." So without further ado, let's get started.As always, if you love what you hear on this show, then do me a favor and subscribe, leave a positive rating and review, and share this episode with a friend or loved one whom you think could benefit. And if you want to talk about working with me personally, I’d love to chat. Just schedule your free nutrition strategy call at https://www.bodysystems.com/free-strategy-call/.RESOURCES:Book a free call to learn about our new men's hybrid coaching program PrimeFitOS: https://www.primefitos.com/callGrab our FREE Fat Loss Fix Guide: https://bodysystems.com/fat-loss-fix-guide/Check out our new High Protein Recipe Pack – Over 52 Easy to Make Protein Dense Meals + 2-Weeks of Shopping Guides and Meal Plans: https://bodysystems.com/high-protein-recipe-pack/We’ve recently partnered with Fullscript, the #1 online source for only professional-grade supplements, to create our own Smart Nutrition Made Simple Supplement Shop! As a loyal subscriber of Body Systems, you automatically qualify for 15% off all supplements – https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/bslnutrition/signupConnect with Us:Email: [email protected] Join our Smart Nutrition Community: https://www.smartnutritionmadesimple.comCheck out our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bodysystemscoachingFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodysystemscoaching/Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminbrownnutrition/

Ep 246246_How to Change Your Identity with Amber Brueseke of Biceps After Babies
What happens when you have your fitness game dialed in but aren’t seeing the changes you were hoping for?What if you feel like you’re eating healthy but still stagnant with your physique and weight loss goals?What type of training and dieting strategies actually work for long-term success?In today's episode, I catch up with Amber Brueseke, a wife, mom of four (ages 10-17), and a former RN who founded Biceps After Babies because she believes that being a mom doesn't have to mean your fittest days are behind you. What started as a little Instagram account to share her fitness journey online has become a business focused on empowering women to achieve. Her signature coaching program MACROS 101 has helped over 8,000 women use the tool of macro counting to build a nutrition plan that's both effective and enjoyable. Amber has a distinct talent for pinpointing the underlying obstacles preventing clients from reaching their goals. She has taught her unique coaching methodology to over 150 coaches in her Transformational Macro Coach Certification.In today's conversation, we discuss:💪 Her journey from Nurse and busy mom to nutrition coach and business owner.💪 We talk about how learning how to track macros was the pivotal lever in her body composition changes and how she’s been able to build a business around helping other women and mothers do the same.💪 Amber and I dig deep into mindset, pre-existing beliefs, and identity change as the most fundamental components of true growth and transformation💪 How we can leverage accountability, externally and internally to create autonomy and long-term success.💪 Lastly, we share the power that comes from modeling healthy nutrition and exercise for our kids and the responsibility present for every parent to do the same.If you’re desiring personal growth, ready to make change, and looking for the tools to become the type of person that is lean, healthy, and strong for your family and your future, then this episode is for you.I loved this conversation and am confident you will too, so without further ado, here’s Amber Brueseke.As always, if you love what you hear on this show, then do me a favor and subscribe, leave a positive rating and review, and share this episode with a friend or loved one whom you think could benefit. And if you want to talk about working with me personally, I’d love to chat. Just schedule your free nutrition strategy call at https://www.bodysystems.com/free-strategy-call/.Connect with Amber: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/biceps.after.babies/Grab her FREE macro guide: https://bicepsafterbabies.lpages.co/setting-your-macros-option-d/Work with Amber: https://www.bicepsafterbabies.com/RESOURCES:Book a free call to learn about our new men's hybrid coaching program PrimeFitOS: https://www.primefitos.com/callGrab our FREE Fat Loss Fix Guide: https://bodysystems.com/fat-loss-fix-guide/Check out our new High Protein Recipe Pack – Over 52 Easy to Make Protein Dense Meals + 2-Weeks of Shopping Guides and Meal Plans: https://bodysystems.com/high-protein-recipe-pack/We’ve recently partnered with Fullscript, the #1 online source for only professional-grade supplements, to create our own Smart Nutrition Made Simple Supplement Shop! As a loyal subscriber of Body Systems, you automatically qualify for 15% off all supplements – https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/bslnutrition/signupConnect with Us:Email: [email protected] Join our Smart Nutrition Community: https://www.smartnutritionmadesimple.comCheck out our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bodysystemscoachingFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodysystemscoaching/Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminbrownnutrition/

Ep 245245_Coaches Roundtable: How to Avoid Self-Sabotage
Are you self-sabotaging your weight loss process? In this week's podcast coach Dr. Dan Dodd, coach Joey Szolowicz, and I talk about some of the biggest mistakes clients unintentionally make that keep them from reaching the goals they set for themselves, and offer up some easy-to-implement solutions to prevent self-sabotage. If you have a question for the coaches drop it in the comments below, reach out to us on social media @bodysystemscoaching, or shoot me an email: [email protected]. As always, if you love what you hear on this show, then do me a favor and subscribe, leave a positive rating and review, and share this episode with a friend or loved one whom you think could benefit. And if you want to talk about working with me personally, I’d love to chat. Just schedule your free nutrition strategy call at https://www.bodysystems.com/free-strategy-call/.RESOURCES:Book a free call to learn about our new men's hybrid coaching program PrimeFitOS: https://www.primefitos.com/callGrab our FREE Fat Loss Fix Guide: https://bodysystems.com/fat-loss-fix-guide/Check out our new High Protein Recipe Pack – Over 52 Easy to Make Protein Dense Meals + 2-Weeks of Shopping Guides and Meal Plans: https://bodysystems.com/high-protein-recipe-pack/We’ve recently partnered with Fullscript, the #1 online source for only professional-grade supplements, to create our own Smart Nutrition Made Simple Supplement Shop! As a loyal subscriber of Body Systems, you automatically qualify for 15% off all supplements – https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/bslnutrition/signupConnect with Us:Email: [email protected] Join our Smart Nutrition Community: https://www.smartnutritionmadesimple.comCheck out our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bodysystemscoachingFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodysystemscoaching/Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminbrownnutrition/

Ep 244244_Q&A: Getting in Shape for Summer, Cardio for Fat Loss, and When to Eat Your Carbs
In today's special Q&A episode of the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show, I'll share exactly what you should do to get in shape for summer, whether or not cardio is important for fat loss, how much cardio you should be doing, and whether there's a "best" time to consume carbs. Got a question you'd like us to tackle in an upcoming episode? Let us know on our social media channels @bodysystemscoaching or email me at [email protected] As always, if you love what you hear on this show, then do me a favor and subscribe, leave a positive rating and review, and share this episode with a friend or loved one whom you think could benefit. And if you want to talk about working with me personally, I’d love to chat. Just schedule your free nutrition strategy call at https://www.bodysystems.com/free-strategy-call/.RESOURCES:Book a free call to learn about our new men's hybrid coaching program PrimeFitOS: https://www.primefitos.com/callGrab our FREE Fat Loss Fix Guide: https://bodysystems.com/fat-loss-fix-guide/Check out our new High Protein Recipe Pack – Over 52 Easy to Make Protein Dense Meals + 2-Weeks of Shopping Guides and Meal Plans: https://bodysystems.com/high-protein-recipe-pack/We’ve recently partnered with Fullscript, the #1 online source for only professional-grade supplements, to create our own Smart Nutrition Made Simple Supplement Shop! As a loyal subscriber of Body Systems, you automatically qualify for 15% off all supplements – https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/bslnutrition/signupConnect with Us:Email: [email protected] Join our Smart Nutrition Community: https://www.smartnutritionmadesimple.comCheck out our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bodysystemscoachingFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodysystemscoaching/Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminbrownnutrition/

Ep 243243_Building Healthy, Happy, and Resilient Children with Dr. Elisa Song
Raising healthy, happy kids shouldn't be so hard. Yet, despite living in what should be the golden age of medicine, our children are sicker than ever. Nearly 1 in 2 kids has a chronic condition, whether it's eczema, asthma, ADHD, anxiety, autoimmunity, or even all of the above. Many parents are at a loss for who to turn to for trusted advice - advice that takes a root-cause, holistic approach to whole child resilience, but that doesn't dismiss the value of conventional pediatrics.Today on the show I am excited to bring back Dr. Elisa Song. Elisa is a Standford, NYU, UCSF-trained pediatrician and one of the foremost pioneers and trusted experts in pediatric integrative and functional medicine. In her holistic pediatric practice, Whole Family Wellness, she's helped thousands of kids get to the root cause of their health concerns and helped their parents understand how to heal their children from the inside out. Elisa is also the author of the Health Kids, Happy Kids: An Integrative Pediatricians Guide to Whole Child Resilience.In today's conversation, we discuss the alarming trend in children's lifespans and how the gut microbiome holds the key. Dr. Song shares her journey from conventional to integrative medicine, the detrimental effects of antibiotics on kids' gut health, particularly during infancy and adolescence, and the connection between the gut microbiome and your immune system, brain development, mental health, mood, and behavior. We also talk about strategies to empower children and parents to make informed health choices, emphasizing education on reading food labels and understanding how what we choose to eat impacts our overall health. And finally, Dr. Song offers actional advice for parents to support their children's health, including dietary changes and lifestyle adjustments.For all parents and healthcare providers listening, this episode is a call to action to reevaluate and reinforce the foundations of health in our younger generation. So, without further ado, here's my conversation with Dr. Elisa Song.As always, if you love what you hear on this show, then do me a favor and subscribe, leave a positive rating and review, and share this episode with a friend or loved one whom you think could benefit. And if you want to talk about working with me personally, I’d love to chat. Just schedule your free nutrition strategy call at https://www.bodysystems.com/free-strategy-call/.Connect with Dr. Elisa Song:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthykids_happykids/Buy her new book: https://www.healthykidshappykids.com/book/Website: https://healthykidshappykids.com/RESOURCES:Book a free call to learn about our new men's hybrid coaching program PrimeFitOS: https://www.primefitos.com/callGrab our FREE Fat Loss Fix Guide: https://bodysystems.com/fat-loss-fix-guide/Check out our new High Protein Recipe Pack – Over 52 Easy to Make Protein Dense Meals + 2-Weeks of Shopping Guides and Meal Plans: https://bodysystems.com/high-protein-recipe-pack/We’ve recently partnered with Fullscript, the #1 online source for only professional-grade supplements, to create our own Smart Nutrition Made Simple Supplement Shop! As a loyal subscriber of Body Systems, you automatically qualify for 15% off all supplements – https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/bslnutrition/signupConnect with Us:Email: [email protected] Join our Smart Nutrition Community: https://www.smartnutritionmadesimple.comCheck out our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bodysystemscoachingFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodysystemscoaching/Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminbrownnutrition/

Ep 242242_Making Menopause Your B*tch with Esther Blum, MS, RD, CDN, CNS
Welcome to another episode of the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show. I'm your host, as always, Ben Brown, owner and head coach at Body Systems.Today on the show I'm excited to welcome back my good friend Esther Blum, MS, RD, CDN, CNS. Esther is an integrative dietitian and menopause expert who's helped thousands of women master menopause through nutrition, hormones, and self-advocacy.She is the best-selling author of See Ya Later, Ovulator, Cavewomen Don't Get Fat, Eat Drink and Be Gorgeous, Secrets of Gorgeous, and The Eat, Drink, and Be Gorgeous Project.Known as Gwyneth Paltrow's menopause mentor and by Forbes for helping women thrive through menopause, Esther was also voted Best Nutritionist by Manhattan Magazine. She has appeared on the Today Show, ABC-TV, Good Day NY, and is frequently quoted in Goop, Well + Good, Forbes, Time Magazine, The New York Post, The Los Angeles Times, In Style, Bazaar, Self, Fitness, Marie Claire, and Cosmo.In today's conversation, we dive deep into all things menopause and perimenopause, the significant gap in healthcare that leaves many women underserved, and the crucial role of hormone replacement therapy. Esther shares her expert insights on how hormonal imbalances affect everything from sleep patterns to mood swings to brain fog and weight gain, and offers practical advice on managing these symptoms through diet, exercise, and proper hormone management.We also talk about the need for education about menopause for both men and women to foster better understanding and support, the role of carbs in managing cortisol levels and overall hormone balance, and why women need to prioritize themselves over focusing so much on everyone else.This is a fantastic conversation that will provide you with a ton of value and give you the information you need to get as Esther calls it, "exquisite meno care". As always, if you love what you hear on this show, then do me a favor and subscribe, leave a positive rating and review, and share this episode with a friend or loved one whom you think could benefit. And if you want to talk about working with me personally, I’d love to chat. Just schedule your free nutrition strategy call at https://www.bodysystems.com/free-strategy-call/.Connect with Esther:Work with Esther: https://estherblum.com/Get your FREE 14-Day Menopausal Metabolic Meal Plan: https://estherblum.com/recipesFollow Esther on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gorgeousesther/RESOURCES:Book a free call to learn about our new men's hybrid coaching program PrimeFitOS: https://www.primefitos.com/callGrab our FREE Fat Loss Fix Guide: https://bodysystems.com/fat-loss-fix-guide/Check out our new High Protein Recipe Pack – Over 52 Easy to Make Protein Dense Meals + 2-Weeks of Shopping Guides and Meal Plans: https://bodysystems.com/high-protein-recipe-pack/We’ve recently partnered with Fullscript, the #1 online source for only professional-grade supplements, to create our own Smart Nutrition Made Simple Supplement Shop! As a loyal subscriber of Body Systems, you automatically qualify for 15% off all supplements – https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/bslnutrition/signupConnect with Us:Email: [email protected] Join our Smart Nutrition Community: https://www.smartnutritionmadesimple.comCheck out our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bodysystemscoachingFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodysystemscoaching/Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminbrownnutrition/

Ep 241241_Business and Body Comp. Talk with Ben
Welcome to a special edition of The Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show. Today on the podcast we're mixing things up a bit. Instead of the usual guest interview or solo round, I'm sharing an interview that I did on the Flex Diet Podcast with host Mike T. Nelson, PhD. In this episode we tackle everything from the challenge of breaking down scientific jargon into digestible advice for clients to the real-world costs of pursuing ambitious fitness goals, the importance of setting realistic expectations, and how to navigate the trade-offs of intense fitness regimes for sustainable health. If you like what you hear on today's show then be sure to check out the Flex Diet Podcast with Dr. Mike T. Nelson. You'll find the link in our show notes. So without further ado, let's dive in.As always, if you love what you hear on this show, then do me a favor and subscribe, leave a positive rating and review, and share this episode with a friend or loved one whom you think could benefit. And if you want to talk about working with me personally, I’d love to chat. Just schedule your free nutrition strategy call at https://www.bodysystems.com/free-strategy-call/.Listen to the Flex Diet Podcast: https://miketnelson.com/podcast/RESOURCES:Book a free call to learn about our new men's hybrid coaching program PrimeFitOS: https://www.primefitos.com/callGrab our FREE Fat Loss Fix Guide: https://bodysystems.com/fat-loss-fix-guide/Check out our new High Protein Recipe Pack – Over 52 Easy to Make Protein Dense Meals + 2-Weeks of Shopping Guides and Meal Plans: https://bodysystems.com/high-protein-recipe-pack/We’ve recently partnered with Fullscript, the #1 online source for only professional-grade supplements, to create our own Smart Nutrition Made Simple Supplement Shop! As a loyal subscriber of Body Systems, you automatically qualify for 15% off all supplements – https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/bslnutrition/signupConnect with Us:Email: [email protected] Join our Smart Nutrition Community: https://www.smartnutritionmadesimple.comCheck out our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bodysystemscoachingFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodysystemscoaching/Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminbrownnutrition/

Ep 240240_Kids Health, Gut Health, Food Quality, and The Glutening of America, with Dr. Kelly Meehan
About 1 to 2% of our population has celiac disease, and most people don't even know they have it. Similarly, as many as 1 in 10 people are gluten-sensitive, and most have no idea.Today on the show I'm joined by my close friend Kelly Meehan, IHP, MBCE, OD, FAAO. Kelly is an integrative health practitioner, certified health coach, wife, and busy mom of three with a passion for helping families find and learn how to achieve optimal wellness through an integrative approach to health. Kelly brings a wealth of knowledge, not only from her multiple degrees but also from her own experiences dealing with Celiac disease. In today's episode, we dive deep into the topics of Celiac disease and gluten sensitivity. We talk about the atypical symptoms of gluten sensitivity that go far beyond digestive issues, including effects on brain function, mood, energy, and skin appearance. We discuss why gluten sensitivity goes undiagnosed or misdiagnosed. We talk about Kelly's health journey navigating a Celiac diagnosis for both herself and her daughter and how that transformed her professional career. We also talk about the effects of glyphosate (weed killer) on our food supply and why so many people with gluten sensitivities don't have any issues in Europe. Finally, Kelly shares a surprising list of foods that contain gluten and provides simple, easy-to-implement strategies for managing diet changes at home should you need to remove gluten from your or your child's diet.Whether you're a parent navigating gluten challenges for your child, someone experiencing these symptoms yourself, or simply interested in learning more about celiac and gluten sensitivity, this episode is packed with valuable information to help you become your own best nutrition detective.So, without further ado, here's my conversation with Kelly Meehan.As always, if you love what you hear on this show, then do me a favor and subscribe, leave a positive rating and review, and share this episode with a friend or loved one whom you think could benefit. And if you want to talk about working with me personally, I’d love to chat. Just schedule your free nutrition strategy call at https://www.bodysystems.com/free-strategy-call/.Connect with Dr. Kelly Meehan:Website: https://designedfamilywellness.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kellymeehanaz/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/designedfamilywellness/RESOURCES:Book a free call to learn about our new men's hybrid coaching program PrimeFitOS: https://www.primefitos.com/callGrab our FREE Fat Loss Fix Guide: https://bodysystems.com/fat-loss-fix-guide/Check out our new High Protein Recipe Pack – Over 52 Easy to Make Protein Dense Meals + 2-Weeks of Shopping Guides and Meal Plans: https://bodysystems.com/high-protein-recipe-pack/We’ve recently partnered with Fullscript, the #1 online source for only professional-grade supplements, to create our own Smart Nutrition Made Simple Supplement Shop! As a loyal subscriber of Body Systems, you automatically qualify for 15% off all supplements – https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/bslnutrition/signupConnect with Us:Email: [email protected] Join our Smart Nutrition Community: https://www.smartnutritionmadesimple.comCheck out our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bodysystemscoachingFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodysystemscoaching/Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminbrownnutrition/

Ep 239239_How to Use Exercise Snacks to Fuel your Fitness & Fat Loss Goals with Ben Brown
In today's episode, I'm going to break down a new form of snacking that revolves around short bursts of physical activity strategically spread out throughout the day that can serve to get you started on your health journey, keep your fitness levels up during times when you might be limited and your traditional routine might be suffering, and/or help you add more powerful bonus tools to your otherwise productive workout schedule.As always, if you love what you hear on this show, then do me a favor and subscribe, leave a positive rating and review, and share this episode with a friend or loved one whom you think could benefit. And if you want to talk about working with me personally, I’d love to chat. Just schedule your free nutrition strategy call at https://www.bodysystems.com/free-strategy-call/.RESOURCES:Book a free call to learn about our new hybrid group coaching program PrimeFitOS: https://www.primefitos.com/callGrab our FREE Fat Loss Fix Guide: https://bodysystems.com/fat-loss-fix-guide/Check out our new High Protein Recipe Pack – Over 52 Easy to Make Protein Dense Meals + 2-Weeks of Shopping Guides and Meal Plans: https://bodysystems.com/high-protein-recipe-pack/We’ve recently partnered with Fullscript, the #1 online source for only professional-grade supplements, to create our own Smart Nutrition Made Simple Supplement Shop! As a loyal subscriber of Body Systems, you automatically qualify for 15% off all supplements – https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/bslnutrition/signupConnect with Us:Email: [email protected] Join our Smart Nutrition Community: https://www.smartnutritionmadesimple.comCheck out our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bodysystemscoachingFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodysystemscoaching/Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminbrownnutrition/

Ep 238238_How to Die Sexy with Adrienne Smith
Today on the show I'm excited to introduce Adrienne Smith. Adrienne is a mechanical engineer turned longevity and peak performance specialist. She has 34 certifications and more than 26 years of experience spanning strength training, corrective exercise, bodywork, nutrition, and longevity. For the past 16+ years, Adrienne has owned a training facility catering to a diverse clientele - from athletes and seniors to literal fetuses in utero.In today's conversation, we chop it up about our mutual connection with Strength Sensei Charles Poliquin, and the pivotal role he played in both of our lives. We unpack Adrienne's journey from mechanical engineer to prominent figure in the strength and fitness community, and how a childhood accident inadvertently changed the trajectory of her career. We also spend a chunk of time talking about longevity and how Adrienne wants to die sexy, meaning live as long and healthy a life as possible and ultimately pass away looking jacked. We talk about new research on peptides and bioregulators in reversing the age of your DNA, and the massive role the gut plays in everything from how you absorb nutrients and hormone production to your brain function and skin appearance. We also talk about gluten and whether or not you should be eating it. Finally, Adrienne provides practical tips you can implement right now to empower you on your unique path to health and vitality.As always, if you love what you hear on this show, then do me a favor and subscribe, leave a positive rating and review, and share this episode with a friend or loved one whom you think could benefit. And if you want to talk about working with me personally, I’d love to chat. Just schedule your free nutrition strategy call at https://www.bodysystems.com/free-strategy-call/.Connect with Adrienne:Website: https://www.adriennemsmith.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adriennemarie23Listen to her podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/fr/podcast/die-sexy-podcast/id1708075166RESOURCES:Book a free call to learn about our new men's hybrid coaching program PrimeFitOS: https://www.primefitos.com/callGrab our FREE Fat Loss Fix Guide: https://bodysystems.com/fat-loss-fix-guide/Check out our new High Protein Recipe Pack – Over 52 Easy to Make Protein Dense Meals + 2-Weeks of Shopping Guides and Meal Plans: https://bodysystems.com/high-protein-recipe-pack/We’ve recently partnered with Fullscript, the #1 online source for only professional-grade supplements, to create our own Smart Nutrition Made Simple Supplement Shop! As a loyal subscriber of Body Systems, you automatically qualify for 15% off all supplements – https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/bslnutrition/signupConnect with Us:Email: [email protected] Join our Smart Nutrition Community: https://www.smartnutritionmadesimple.comCheck out our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bodysystemscoachingFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodysystemscoaching/Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminbrownnutrition/

Ep 237237_Restoring Men's Health Through a Multi-Modal Approach with Justin Groce, MSN, APRN, CSCS
Welcome to another episode of the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show. I'm your host, as always, Ben Brown, Owner and head coach at Body Systems.Today on the show I'm joining forces with Justin Groce from The Restore Clinic. Justin is a quadruple board-certified nurse practitioner and certified strength and conditioning coach specializing in men's hormone replacement therapy and anti-aging. He provides patient-centered healthcare services utilizing a multi-modal approach of modern medicine, integrative medicine, behavioral medicine, and fitness and nutrition, to help men live the life they deserve.In today's discussion, we dive deep into the heart of men's health issues, from the silent epidemic of wearing stress as a badge of honor and its repercussions, to the critical role hormones play beyond the gym and the bedroom. We explore the importance of community in combatting isolation, the transformative power of hiring a coach, and provide practical steps men can take today to reclaim their health.As always, if you love what you hear on this show, then do me a favor and subscribe, leave a positive rating and review, and share this episode with a friend or loved one whom you think could benefit. And if you want to talk about working with me personally, I’d love to chat. Just schedule your free nutrition strategy call at https://www.bodysystems.com/free-strategy-call/.Connect with Justin:Website: https://therestoreclinic.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheRestoreClinicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/therestoreclinic/?hl=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@therestoreclinicTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therestoreclinicRESOURCES:Book a free call to learn about our new men's hybrid coaching program PrimeFitOS: https://www.primefitos.com/callGrab our FREE Fat Loss Fix Guide: https://bodysystems.com/fat-loss-fix-guide/Check out our new High Protein Recipe Pack – Over 52 Easy to Make Protein Dense Meals + 2-Weeks of Shopping Guides and Meal Plans: https://bodysystems.com/high-protein-recipe-pack/We’ve recently partnered with Fullscript, the #1 online source for only professional-grade supplements, to create our own Smart Nutrition Made Simple Supplement Shop! As a loyal subscriber of Body Systems, you automatically qualify for 15% off all supplements – https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/bslnutrition/signupConnect with Us:Email: [email protected] Join our Smart Nutrition Community: https://www.smartnutritionmadesimple.comCheck out our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bodysystemscoachingFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodysystemscoaching/Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminbrownnutrition/

Ep 236236_Active Life Rx: Creating a Life of Physical Freedom Without Compromise with Dr. Sean Pastuch
Today I had the pleasure of chatting with Dr. Sean Pastuch. Sean is the owner and founder of Active Life, a personal development company that combines education, exercise, and mentorship to empower a life of freedom without compromise. He's helped Olympic medalists, professional baseball players, CrossFit games champions, and thousands of people get out of pain without going to the doctor or giving up their active lifestyle. In today's conversation, we talk about the various ways the healthcare industry and the fitness industry are failing us, particularly those who are dealing with chronic pain. Sean talks about the impetus behind Active Life, the transformative power of mentorship, why a two-day certification is simply not enough to become a qualified coach, and the need for a new industry standard that prioritizes education, knowledge, and personal development.Whether you're a coach looking to elevate your career or someone on a personal health journey, this podcast will arm you with the clarity and understanding necessary for success. As always, if you love what you hear on this show, then do me a favor and subscribe, leave a positive rating and review, and share this episode with a friend or loved one whom you think could benefit. And if you want to talk about working with me personally, I’d love to chat. Just schedule your free nutrition strategy call at https://www.bodysystems.com/free-strategy-call/.Connect with Dr. Pastuch:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drseanpastuch/?hl=enWork with Sean: https://activelifeprofessional.com/Subscribe to Sean's Email List: https://emailwithdrsean.ck.page/getitRESOURCES:Book a free call to learn about our new hybrid coaching program PrimeFitOS: https://www.primefitos.com/callGrab our FREE Fat Loss Fix Guide: https://bodysystems.com/fat-loss-fix-guide/Check out our new High Protein Recipe Pack – Over 52 Easy to Make Protein Dense Meals + 2-Weeks of Shopping Guides and Meal Plans: https://bodysystems.com/high-protein-recipe-pack/We’ve recently partnered with Fullscript, the #1 online source for only professional-grade supplements, to create our own Smart Nutrition Made Simple Supplement Shop! As a loyal subscriber of Body Systems, you automatically qualify for 15% off all supplements – https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/bslnutrition/signupConnect with Us:Email: [email protected] Join our Smart Nutrition Community: https://www.smartnutritionmadesimple.comCheck out our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bodysystemscoachingFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodysystemscoaching/Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminbrownnutrition/

Ep 235235_Split-Second Courage, Turning Pain Into Purpose with Christine Conti
Today on the show, I am honored to have Christine Conti. Christine is an international fitness educator, chronic disease wellness specialist, and recipient of the IDEA World 2023 Fitness Professional of the Year. She is the CEO of CONTI: a woman-owned enterprise offering keynote speaking, chronic disease wellness, mindset coaching, and continuing education for fitness professionals, schools, and private companies. Christine is also the best-selling author of SPLIT-SECOND COURAGE, the host of Two Fit Crazies and a Microphone Podcast, co-founder of REINVENTING THE WOMAN INTERNATIONAL, a triathlete guide for special needs athletes, and a 4x IRONMAN. Her story is nothing short of incredible. After receiving a life-altering diagnosis at the age of 30 Christine's world was completely turned upside down, forcing her to reinvent herself and embrace her new health challenges head on.In today's conversation, we talk about Christine's battle with chronic disease, how she transformed her pain into purpose, her relentless spirit and profound insights into overcoming fear and self-doubt, the power of choice and believing in yourself, and how with with the right mindset, there's really nothing you can't do.If you're out there thinking that you're stuck. That life's dealt you a hand you just can't play. Think again. Because as Christine likes to say - In life you have two choices. Do something, or do nothing. Always choose something. Choose action over inaction. Choose hope over despair. And most importantly, choose yourself every single time.As always, if you love what you hear on this show, then do me a favor and subscribe, leave a positive rating and review, and share this episode with a friend or loved one whom you think could benefit. And if you want to talk about working with me personally, I’d love to chat. Just schedule your free nutrition strategy call at https://www.bodysystems.com/free-strategy-call/.Connect with Christine:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheChristineConti/Website: https://www.contifit.com/Listen to her podcast: https://www.twofitcrazies.com/Buy her best-selling book: https://www.amazon.com/Split-Second-Courage-What-Fears-Dreams/dp/1952654394Join her reinventing the woman international tribe: https://rtwtribe.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ContiFitRESOURCES:Book a free call to learn about our new men's hybrid coaching program PrimeFitOS: https://www.primefitos.com/callGrab our FREE Fat Loss Fix Guide: https://bodysystems.com/fat-loss-fix-guide/Check out our new High Protein Recipe Pack – Over 52 Easy to Make Protein Dense Meals + 2-Weeks of Shopping Guides and Meal Plans: https://bodysystems.com/high-protein-recipe-pack/We’ve recently partnered with Fullscript, the #1 online source for only professional-grade supplements, to create our own Smart Nutrition Made Simple Supplement Shop! As a loyal subscriber of Body Systems, you automatically qualify for 15% off all supplements – https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/bslnutrition/signupConnect with Us:Email: [email protected] Join our Smart Nutrition Community: https://www.smartnutritionmadesimple.comCheck out our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bodysystemscoachingFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodysystemscoaching/Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminbrownnutrition/

Ep 234234_ Leveraging Your Nutrition & Fitness Skills to Build Physical & Financial Freedom with Thanasi Panagiotakopoulos
Today on the show I chat with my buddy Thanasi Panagiotakopoulos.Thanasi is a former professional basketball player and Body Systems alumnus. He is also the Founder and President of Life Managed, a fee-only fiduciary independent privately owned financial planning and investment management firm in Phoenix. In today's conversation, we dive into the myriad of similarities between keeping your body in peak physical condition and keeping your finances in the green. We discuss compound interest—how small, consistent efforts in either fitness or savings can lead to substantial gains over time, the principle of delayed gratification—explaining why the most significant results in health and wealth are reserved for those who wait and persist, and the importance of budgeting to drive awareness—whether it's tracking calories or cash.Thanasi and I also touch on the challenges that come with transitioning from a professional athletic career to corporate America, as well as his biggest hurdles in navigating the dynamics of growing up in a Greek family, where the European lifestyle of late nights and generous food portions at gatherings is the norm.If you've ever wondered how to leverage your discipline and skills from fitness to bolster your financial future, or vice versa, this episode is for you. Because if you can master your nutrition and fitness, you've already got the foundation to improve your financial health. So whether you're looking to get shredded, save for that dream European vacation, or both, buckle up. Because this conversation might just change the way you approach your goals.As always, if you love what you hear on this show, then do me a favor and subscribe, leave a positive rating and review, and share this episode with a friend or loved one whom you think could benefit. And if you want to talk about working with me personally, I’d love to chat. Just schedule your free nutrition strategy call at https://www.bodysystems.com/free-strategy-call/.Connect with Thanasi:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifemanaged_/Website: https://lifemanaged.com/RESOURCES:Book a free call to learn about our new men's hybrid coaching program PrimeFitOS: https://www.primefitos.com/callGrab our FREE Fat Loss Fix Guide: https://bodysystems.com/fat-loss-fix-guide/Check out our new High Protein Recipe Pack – Over 52 Easy to Make Protein Dense Meals + 2-Weeks of Shopping Guides and Meal Plans: https://bodysystems.com/high-protein-recipe-pack/We’ve recently partnered with Fullscript, the #1 online source for only professional-grade supplements, to create our own Smart Nutrition Made Simple Supplement Shop! As a loyal subscriber of Body Systems, you automatically qualify for 15% off all supplements: https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/bslnutrition/signupConnect with Us:Email: [email protected] Join our Smart Nutrition Community: https://www.smartnutritionmadesimple.comCheck out our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bodysystemscoachingFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodysystemscoaching/Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminbrownnutrition/

Ep 233233_Eating for Excellence: Mike Dolce's Guide to Winning Nutrition and Sustainable Health
Welcome to another episode of the Smart Nutrition Made Simple show. I am your host, as always Ben Brown, owner of Body Systems, a one-on-one fitness and nutrition coaching company that helps you change your belief system around what it means to be healthy because we believe that your health determines your freedom today on the show, I'm excited and honored to have four-time MMA world trainer of the year, Mike Dolce.Mike is a world-renowned strength and conditioning coach, weight cut coach, author, nutrition and fitness expert, and motivational speaker. He is best known for managing the weight cuts of UFC athletes such as Johny Hendricks, Ronda Rousey, and Thiago Alves. He is also the creator of the Dolce Diet.In today's conversation, we chop it up about what it's like training elite M MA athletes and how Mike's nutritional philosophy sets him apart as the only coach in the UFC with a 100% success rate.We tackle topics like fasted versus fat cardio and food quality versus food quantity. We highlight the benefits of spacing out meals and discuss some of the most common pitfalls that people make with their nutrition.We also talk about the need to take ownership and personal responsibility for our dietary habits, explore why Mike prefers training the average Jane and Joe over elite athletes, discuss how one socio-economic status doesn't limit their capacity to achieve optimal health, and highlight the power of making small consist lifestyle adjustments for achieving the most impactful and lasting results.I have a profound respect for Mike and his no-nonsense approach to nutrition and fitness, and his conviction to bring out the best in everyone he and his company works with.So if you follow him on social media, then you know exactly what it is that I'm talking about. And this conversation provides yet another example of why Mike is, in my opinion, one of the best in the business.As always, if you love what you hear on this show, then do me a favor and subscribe, leave a positive rating and review, and share this episode with a friend or loved one whom you think could benefit. And if you want to talk about working with me personally, I’d love to chat. Just schedule your free nutrition strategy call at https://www.bodysystems.com/free-strategy-call/.Connect with Mike:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedolcediet/?hl=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCn91YEaTTjkAQo4mHqcJ4nAWebsite: https://thedolcediet.com/RESOURCES:Book a free call to learn about our new men's hybrid coaching program PrimeFitOS: https://www.primefitos.com/callGrab our FREE Fat Loss Fix Guide: https://bodysystems.com/fat-loss-fix-guide/Check out our new High Protein Recipe Pack – Over 52 Easy to Make Protein Dense Meals + 2-Weeks of Shopping Guides and Meal Plans: https://bodysystems.com/high-protein-recipe-pack/We’ve recently partnered with Fullscript, the #1 online source for only professional-grade supplements, to create our own Smart Nutrition Made Simple Supplement Shop! As a loyal subscriber of Body Systems, you automatically qualify for 15% off all supplements – https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/bslnutrition/signupConnect with Us:Email: [email protected] Join our Smart Nutrition Community: https://www.smartnutritionmadesimple.comCheck out our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bodysystemscoachingFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodysystemscoaching/Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminbrownnutrition/

Ep 232232_Food, Fitness, and Phys Ed. - Building Healthy Behaviors In Our Youth with Jim Hallinan
EWelcome to the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show. I'm your host, Ben Brown. In today's episode of the show, I chop it up with Jim Hallinan. Jim is a high school phys ed teacher turned nutrition coach who helps high-performing individuals find the energy they've been looking for through smart food choices, lifestyle tweaks, and mindset shifts. In this conversation, we tackle some of the most pressing issues facing our youth today, from the glaring gaps in high school nutrition and fitness education to the everyday challenges kids face with their eating behaviors. We talk about how the conveniences of food delivery and general resistance to making homemade meals is steering kids away from making healthy food choices, how parents can set their kids up for success, the impact of diet on the immune system, and debunk some of the biggest nutrition misconceptions that cloud our judgment.We also talk about the benefits of calorie tracking, the need to set realistic expectations, why dining out may be sabotaging your weight loss efforts, and we call out the BS on social media, challenging the myths of quick fixes and the illusion that likes and followers equate to legitimate expertise and business acumen. As always, if you love what you hear on this show, then do me a favor and subscribe, leave a positive rating and review, and share this episode with a friend or loved one whom you think could benefit. And if you want to talk about working with me personally, I’d love to chat. Just schedule your free nutrition strategy call at https://www.bodysystems.com/free-strategy-call/.Connect with Jim:Work with Jim: https://calendly.com/jimmynutrition/initial-consultInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jimmynutrition/?hl=enListen to The Other Side Lifestyle Podcast: https://www.othersidelifestyle.com/podcastJoin The Other Side Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/othersidelifestyleRESOURCES:Book a free call to learn about our new men's hybrid coaching program PrimeFitOS: https://www.primefitos.com/callGrab our FREE Fat Loss Fix Guide: https://bodysystems.com/fat-loss-fix-guide/Check out our new High Protein Recipe Pack – Over 52 Easy to Make Protein Dense Meals + 2-Weeks of Shopping Guides and Meal Plans: https://bodysystems.com/high-protein-recipe-pack/We’ve recently partnered with Fullscript, the #1 online source for only professional-grade supplements, to create our own Smart Nutrition Made Simple Supplement Shop! As a loyal subscriber of Body Systems, you automatically qualify for 15% off all supplements – https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/bslnutrition/signupConnect with Us:Email: [email protected] Join our Smart Nutrition Community: https://www.smartnutritionmadesimple.comCheck out our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bodysystemscoachingFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodysystemscoaching/Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminbrownnutrition/

Ep 231231_Things We've Changed Our Minds About In Nutrition & Fitness
If you're following a coach or influencer who's stuck in a single-track mindset, preaching a dogmatic approach to weight loss or body transformation, it's time to reconsider your sources.At Body Systems, we're champions of growth, continuous learning, and we have no problem admitting we don't know, what we don't know. The best coaches are those who remain students at heart—constantly curious, constantly evolving, and always ready to embrace new insights.On today's episode of the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show, we're diving deep into our own growth stories. We're sharing how our perspectives on nutrition and fitness have transformed over the years, and how having an open-minded approach has not only elevated our team but has been a game-changer for our clients' success.As always, if you love what you hear on this show, then do me a favor and subscribe, leave a positive rating and review, and share this episode with a friend or loved one whom you think could benefit. And if you want to talk about working with me personally, I’d love to chat. Just schedule your free nutrition strategy call at https://www.bodysystems.com/free-strategy-call/.RESOURCES:Book a free call to learn about our new men's hybrid coaching program PrimeFitOS: https://www.primefitos.com/callGrab our FREE Fat Loss Fix Guide: https://bodysystems.com/fat-loss-fix-guide/Check out our new High Protein Recipe Pack – Over 52 Easy to Make Protein Dense Meals + 2-Weeks of Shopping Guides and Meal Plans: https://bodysystems.com/high-protein-recipe-pack/We’ve recently partnered with Fullscript, the #1 online source for only professional-grade supplements, to create our own Smart Nutrition Made Simple Supplement Shop! As a loyal subscriber of Body Systems, you automatically qualify for 15% off all supplements: https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/bslnutrition/signupConnect with Us:Email: [email protected] Join our Smart Nutrition Community: https://www.smartnutritionmadesimple.comCheck out our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bodysystemscoachingFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodysystemscoaching/Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminbrownnutrition/

Ep 230230_Tailoring Nutrition to Your Unique Needs with Cody McBroom
Today, I catch up with Cody McBroom, the owner of Tailored Coaching Method, a lifestyle coaching company that's focused on fitting the training and nutrition to the client and not the other way around. In our conversation, we talk about the similarities between running a successful business and building a lean, healthy body. Of course, they both require time, energy, focus, and prioritization, but they also require ongoing data and adjustments based on reflection and improved awareness. Sometimes we have to go slow to go fast and develop the skills and the tools around things like planning, preparation, time management, training, intensity, volume, and understanding. The vast array of nuances around the dieting process and seasons of change become the very levers that we can and do use to adjust and drive long-term success.We also talk about establishing clarity through educating our clients, creating structure through effective time management, chronic undereating, under-tracking, and metabolic slowdowns and adaptations. We talk about setting realistic expectations versus actual commitments, assessing the need for diet breaks and refeeds, and when it's relevant to implement these things, as well as the role of stress and your personal life in your ability to adhere to the diet at hand. And finally, we finish with a quick discussion on peptides, weight loss drugs, and weight loss sustainability.As always, if you love what you hear on this show, then do me a favor and subscribe, leave a positive rating and review, and share this episode with a friend or loved one whom you think could benefit. And if you want to talk about working with me personally, I’d love to chat. Just schedule your free nutrition strategy call at https://www.bodysystems.com/free-strategy-call/.Connect with Cody:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/codymcbroom/?hl=enThe Tailored Life Podcast: https://tailoredcoachingmethod.com/podcast/Website: https://tailoredcoachingmethod.com/Free Guides: https://tailoredcoachingmethod.com/guides/Apply to Work with Cody: https://tcm.securechkout.com/tcm-ig-applicationRESOURCES:Book a free call to learn about our new men's hybrid coaching program PrimeFitOS: https://www.primefitos.com/callGrab our FREE Fat Loss Fix Guide: https://bodysystems.com/fat-loss-fix-guide/Check out our new High Protein Recipe Pack – Over 52 Easy to Make Protein Dense Meals + 2-Weeks of Shopping Guides and Meal Plans: https://bodysystems.com/high-protein-recipe-pack/We’ve recently partnered with Fullscript, the #1 online source for only professional-grade supplements, to create our own Smart Nutrition Made Simple Supplement Shop! As a loyal subscriber of Body Systems, you automatically qualify for 15% off all supplements: https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/bslnutrition/signupConnect with Us:Email: [email protected] Join our Smart Nutrition Community: https://www.smartnutritionmadesimple.comCheck out our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bodysystemscoachingFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodysystemscoaching/Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminbrownnutrition/

Ep 229229_365 Days to Photoshoot Ready with Coach Joey Szolowicz
E1 year. Imagine what you could achieve if you set an intention and then strategically planned each step out 1 year in advance.In January 2023 Body Systems Coach @joeyszolowicz and I set an intention to do a 1 year periodized physique transformation. The goal was to spend 1-2 months at maintenance while establishing accurate tracking/training habits, 6-7 months bulking up, followed by a 3-month fat-cutting aggressive calorie deficit… all leading up to a year-end physique photo shoot. In this episode of the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show, I chop it up with Coach Joey as we reflect on this past year. We talk about the trials and tribulations around bulking and cutting, the mental fortitude it takes to reach single-digit body fat, how going through this process allows him to empathize more with clients, and the incredible results he achieved.I think everyone should have the opportunity to work towards something like this. And it doesn't have to be a physique shoot. It could just be a physical activity goal like a Spartan race, a marathon, a hike, a career goal, or a travel goal. Something where you have to put in a considerable amount of effort towards the desired outcome. Because I think it's liberating to help you acknowledge and realize just what you're capable of. So what are you challenging yourself with right now? What big goal do you have that you've got your eye on? And have you committed to that? Have you set the proverbial photoshoot? And if not, what's getting in your way?And if you want help in your journey. If you want help to figure out what that big pie-in-the-sky goal is for you and it has to do with your physique, your nutrition, your strength, your lifestyle, setting a better example for your kids, living a long healthy energetic quality life, or you just want to look damn good with your shirt off, we can help with all of that. So, let us know if and how we can support you here at Body Systems. Just schedule your free nutrition strategy call at https://www.bodysystems.com/free-strategy-call/.Connect with Coach Joey:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joeyszolowicz/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joey.szolowiczPodcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unsolicited-advice-with-coach-joey-szolowicz/id1695105424RESOURCES:Book a free call to learn about our new men's hybrid coaching program PrimeFitOS: https://www.primefitos.com/callGrab our FREE Fat Loss Fix Guide: https://bodysystems.com/fat-loss-fix-guide/Check out our new High Protein Recipe Pack – Over 52 Easy to Make Protein Dense Meals + 2-Weeks of Shopping Guides and Meal Plans: https://bodysystems.com/high-protein-recipe-pack/We’ve recently partnered with Fullscript, the #1 online source for only professional-grade supplements, to create our own Smart Nutrition Made Simple Supplement Shop! As a loyal subscriber of Body Systems, you automatically qualify for 15% off all supplements – https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/bslnutrition/signupConnect with Us:Email: [email protected] Join our Smart Nutrition Community: https://www.smartnutritionmadesimple.comCheck out our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bodysystemscoachingFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodysystemscoaching/Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminbrownnutrition/

Ep 228228_What It Takes to Become a Real Coach with Aram Grigorian
EIn today's conversation, I catch up with my buddy Aram Grigorian.Aram is a nutrition coach who provides practical solutions for everyday folks who want to stop the cycle of dieting and disappointment. He also hosts the Real Coaches Summit to help bring education to the forefront of the coaching industry.And in our conversation today, we work to put a simple spin on what is often far too complex of an approach to nutrition and fitness. There's no science, no hormones, no macros, no tricks or hacks, and certainly no nonsense. Just a real-world approach to changing your life by changing your behaviors.So if you're a coach tuning in, then you are not going to want to miss this discussion about what it takes to stand out in today's industry. I really appreciated this conversation with Aram and I'm certainly confident that you will too.As always, if you love what you hear on this show, then do me a favor and subscribe, leave a positive rating and review, and share this episode with a friend or loved one whom you think could benefit. And if you want to talk about working with me personally, I’d love to chat. Just schedule your free nutrition strategy call at https://www.bodysystems.com/free-strategy-call/.Connect with Aram:Website: https://www.4weeks2thebeach.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/4weeks2thebeach/?hl=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@othersidelifestylepodcastPodcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/other-side-lifestyle/id1623447851Get your ticket to the Real Coaches Summit: https://www.realcoachessummit2023.com/Enter coaches24 at checkout for $200 off the ticket price.Enter sam200 at checkout for $200 off the ticket price + free audiobook + 2 free MasterclassesRESOURCES:Book a free call to learn about our new men's hybrid coaching program PrimeFitOS: https://www.primefitos.com/callGrab our FREE Fat Loss Fix Guide: https://bodysystems.com/fat-loss-fix-guide/Check out our new High Protein Recipe Pack – Over 52 Easy to Make Protein Dense Meals + 2-Weeks of Shopping Guides and Meal Plans: https://bodysystems.com/high-protein-recipe-pack/We’ve recently partnered with Fullscript, the #1 online source for only professional-grade supplements, to create our own Smart Nutrition Made Simple Supplement Shop! As a loyal subscriber of Body Systems, you automatically qualify for 15% off all supplements – https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/bslnutrition/signupConnect with Us:Email: [email protected] our Smart Nutrition Community: https://www.smartnutritionmadesimple.comCheck out our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bodysystemscoachingFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodysystemscoaching/Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminbrownnutrition/

Ep 227227_How to Become a Fit Father for Life with Body Systems Client Jeremiah Havatone
Today on the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show I'm sharing an open and honest conversation with my soon-to-be former client Jeremiah H. Jeremiah is a single dad with a demanding career who, despite several significant road bumps along the way, still managed to put in the time and energy to focus on his health.🤕 He had a serious motorcycle accident and required shoulder surgery📓 He’s in the process of going back to school to earn a degree in exercise science🏠 He literally built his father a house from the ground up When Jeremiah joined our Smart Nutrition Coaching Program he was struggling with his weight, he had developed diabetes, and despite all his attempts at eating "healthy" and exercising, the scale just wouldn't budge. Two years later Jeremiah is down 35lbs and has put on about 15lbs of muscle. But more important than the weight, he has changed his mindset around what it means to be healthy.This is a bittersweet conversation for me because I'm sad to lose Jeremiah as a client, but I'm excited for him to continue on in our community. And I look forward to all the amazing things I know he can accomplish down the road.As always, if you love what you hear on this show, then do me a favor and subscribe, leave a positive rating and review, and share this episode with a friend or loved one whom you think could benefit. And if you want to talk about working with me personally, I’d love to chat. Just schedule your free nutrition strategy call at https://www.bodysystems.com/free-strategy-call/.RESOURCES:Book a free call to learn about our new men's hybrid coaching program PrimeFitOS: https://www.primefitos.com/callGrab our FREE Fat Loss Fix Guide: https://bodysystems.com/fat-loss-fix-guide/Check out our new High Protein Recipe Pack – Over 52 Easy to Make Protein Dense Meals + 2-Weeks of Shopping Guides and Meal Plans: https://bodysystems.com/high-protein-recipe-pack/We’ve recently partnered with Fullscript, the #1 online source for only professional-grade supplements, to create our own Smart Nutrition Made Simple Supplement Shop! As a loyal subscriber of Body Systems, you automatically qualify for 15% off all supplements: https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/bslnutrition/signupConnect with Us:Email: [email protected] Join our Smart Nutrition Community: https://www.smartnutritionmadesimple.comCheck out our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@smartnutritionmadesimpleFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodysystemscoaching/Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminbrownnutrition/

Ep 226226_Changing Your Identity Through Nutrition and Fitness with Nick Hardwick
Not many people can walk onto a college football team having never played a down of high school football and end up in the NFL. But my next guest on the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show did just that.Today I chop it up with Nick Hardwick. Nick is a former NFL center for the San Diego Chargers turned 1 on 1 fitness and nutrition coach. He is the owner of HardwickLIFE, a health and wellness company that focuses on helping individuals reclaim their health and their lives. Nick also serves as a certified NFL transition coach to help former NFL players successfully navigate the oftentimes difficult process of transition out of the highest level of professional athletics. In today's discussion, we talk a lot about Nick's experience in high school, collegiate, and professional sports, the nutritional protocols he was using to gain and maintain weight in the NFL, and the injury that ended his 11-year NFL career. We talk about his transition from professional athlete to everyday life, the struggles he encountered figuring out his new identity, and the unique nutritional protocol he used to shed a massive amount of weight post-NFL. Finally, we talk about his biggest frustrations as a fitness and nutrition coach, why we all deserve to be healthy and make ourselves a priority, and how he shows up as a father and sets an example for his kids.Connect with Nick:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickhardwick/?hl=enFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/nicholas.hardwick.3Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/hardwicklifeWebsite: https://hardwicklife.com/As always, if you love what you hear on this show, then do me a favor and subscribe, leave a positive rating and review, and share this episode with a friend or loved one whom you think could benefit. And if you want to talk about working with me personally, I’d love to chat. Just schedule your free nutrition strategy call at https://www.bodysystems.com/free-strategy-call/.RESOURCES:Book a free call to learn about our new men's hybrid coaching program PrimeFitOS: https://www.primefitos.com/callGrab our FREE Fat Loss Fix Guide: https://bodysystems.com/fat-loss-fix-guide/Check out our new High Protein Recipe Pack – Over 52 Easy to Make Protein Dense Meals + 2-Weeks of Shopping Guides and Meal Plans: https://bodysystems.com/high-protein-recipe-pack/We’ve recently partnered with Fullscript, the #1 online source for only professional-grade supplements, to create our own Smart Nutrition Made Simple Supplement Shop! As a loyal subscriber of Body Systems, you automatically qualify for 15% off all supplements – https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/bslnutrition/signupConnect with Us:Email: [email protected] Join our Smart Nutrition Community: https://www.smartnutritionmadesimple.comCheck out our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bodysystemscoachingFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodysystemscoaching/Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminbrownnutrition/

Ep 225225_Testosterone Optimization & Men’s Health: When Lifestyle Intervention Is Not Enough with Dr. Jordan Grant
When it comes to hormone optimization, one-size-fits-all approaches and over-reliance on standardized labs are not the answer. In this episode of the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show, I chop it up with Dr. Jordan Grant. Dr. Grant is a board-certified urologist with more than 12 years of experience treating conditions like testicular dysfunction, hypogonadism, and testicular hypofunction. He is also the owner of Grant Hormone and Wellness.In today's conversation, we cover a wide range of topics around men's health.Dr. Grant shares his insights on why mainstream medicine often falls short in addressing crucial aspects of our well-being, the lessons learned early on that ignited his passion for hormone optimization, and his trial-and-error approach to finding what works best for his clients.We also talk about why labs are not the end-all-be-all for optimizing hormones, whether lifestyle interventions are enough to boost testosterone levels, his philosophy on prescribing peptides, and why he's not a fan of weight loss drugs.Finally, we touch on urination frequency and why getting up in the middle of the night to go to the bathroom may actually be perfectly healthy.Connect with Dr. Grant:Website: https://www.granthormone.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TRTandHormoneOptimizationFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/hormoneoptimization/As always, if you love what you hear on this show, then do me a favor and subscribe, leave a positive rating and review, and share this episode with a friend or loved one whom you think could benefit. And if you want to talk about working with me personally, I’d love to chat. Just schedule your free nutrition strategy call at https://www.bodysystems.com/free-strategy-call/.RESOURCES:Book a free call to learn about our new men's hybrid coaching program PrimeFitOS: https://www.primefitos.com/callGrab our FREE Fat Loss Fix Guide: https://bodysystems.com/fat-loss-fix-guide/Check out our new High Protein Recipe Pack – Over 52 Easy to Make Protein Dense Meals + 2-Weeks of Shopping Guides and Meal Plans: https://bodysystems.com/high-protein-recipe-pack/We’ve recently partnered with Fullscript, the #1 online source for only professional-grade supplements, to create our own Smart Nutrition Made Simple Supplement Shop! As a loyal subscriber of Body Systems, you automatically qualify for 15% off all supplements –https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/bslnutrition/signupConnect with Us:Email: [email protected] Join our Smart Nutrition Community: https://www.smartnutritionmadesimple.comCheck out our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bodysystemscoachingFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodysystemscoaching/Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminbrownnutrition/

Ep 224224_Addressing Today's Men's Health Crisis with Dr. Rob Kominiarek, DO
Are we in the midst of a men's health crisis?In today's episode of the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show, I had the pleasure of chatting with Dr. Rob Kominiarek.Dr. Rob is a board-certified fellow of the American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians with more than 25 years of experience helping thousands of patients reclaim their health through hormone optimization. Dr. Rob has advanced certifications in age management medicine and bioidential hormone replacement therapy. He is also the president and medical director of ReNue Health, a U.S. Army veteran, a renowned speaker, and Amazon bestselling author. Dr. Rob's passion is directed toward the overall health of the mind and body through proper nutrition, regular exercise, appropriate supplementation, and the intelligent optimization of hormones when clinically necessary.In today's conversation, we talk about Dr. Rob's experience at the forefront of men's testosterone optimization and how the practice of testosterone optimization has changed over the course of his career.We talk about the myths and misunderstandings around testosterone and why laboratory parameters around what is considered quote-unquote normal have shifted in the last decade. We also talk about environmental toxicity, ways to remove environmental toxins from our lives, and why everyone should be detoxing twice a month. Finally, we talk about appropriate lab tests for hormone optimization, the downsides of HCG, his view on peptides like GLP-1 agonists such as Ozempic and Terzepatide, the problems associated with pop-up testosterone clinics, and his best practices for treating low testosterone naturally and pharmaceutically.I learned a ton in this conversation and I hope that it provides as much value to you as it did to me. As always, if you love what you hear on this show, then do me a favor and subscribe, leave a positive rating and review, and share this episode with a friend or loved one whom you think could benefit. And if you want to talk about working with me personally, I’d love to chat. Just schedule your free nutrition strategy call at https://www.bodysystems.com/free-strategy-call/.Connect with Dr. Rob:Website: https://www.renuehealth.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drrobkominiarek/RESOURCES:Book a free call to learn about our new men's hybrid coaching program PrimeFitOS: https://www.primefitos.com/callGrab our FREE Fat Loss Fix Guide: https://bodysystems.com/fat-loss-fix-guide/Check out our new High Protein Recipe Pack – Over 52 Easy to Make Protein Dense Meals + 2-Weeks of Shopping Guides and Meal Plans: https://bodysystems.com/high-protein-recipe-pack/We’ve recently partnered with Fullscript, the #1 online source for only professional-grade supplements, to create our own Smart Nutrition Made Simple Supplement Shop! As a loyal subscriber of Body Systems, you automatically qualify for 15% off all supplements –https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/bslnutrition/signupConnect with Us:Email: [email protected] Join our Smart Nutrition Community: https://www.smartnutritionmadesimple.comCheck out our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bodysystemscoachingFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodysystemscoaching/Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminbrownnutrition/

Ep 223223_From Special Forces to Metabolic Specialist, How to Triage Men’s Health with Dr. Jesse Greer
EOptimal health isn’t just about living longer, it’s about living better.On today’s episode of the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show, I had the distinct honor of speaking with Dr. Jesse Greer. Dr. Greer’s career has taken him from Walter Reed National Military Medical Center to the frontlines as a battalion surgeon for the US Special Forces in Afghanistan. Now out of the military, Dr. Greer opened Preamble, a healthspan clinic in Scottsdale where he uses cutting-edge technology to provide patients with a preventive and personalized plan of attack to take control of their health.In our conversation, Dr. Greer shares his experience as a Green Beret and the medical challenges he experienced with soldiers on the battlefield. We talk about the transition from working in an army hospital to a civilian hospital, the issues with our current healthcare system, and the challenges he faced when his concrete mission as a military doctor ended. We discuss metabolic derangement, the significance of fasting insulin levels, and why it’s crucial to take ownership of your health. Finally, Dr. Greer explains the concept of Medicine 3.0, his approach to patient care, and how he leverages data and technology for proactive health management.As always, if you love what you hear on this show, then do me a favor and subscribe, leave a positive rating and review, and share this episode with a friend or loved one whom you think could benefit. And if you want to talk about working with me personally, I’d love to chat. Just schedule your free nutrition strategy call at https://www.bodysystems.com/free-strategy-call/.Connect with Dr. Greer:Website: https://preamble.co/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessegreermd/RESOURCES:Book a free call to learn about our new men's hybrid coaching program PrimeFitOS: https://www.primefitos.com/callGrab our FREE Fat Loss Fix Guide: https://bodysystems.com/fat-loss-fix-guide/Check out our new High Protein Recipe Pack – Over 52 Easy to Make Protein Dense Meals + 2-Weeks of Shopping Guides and Meal Plans: https://bodysystems.com/high-protein-recipe-pack/We’ve recently partnered with Fullscript, the #1 online source for only professional-grade supplements, to create our own Smart Nutrition Made Simple Supplement Shop! As a loyal subscriber of Body Systems, you automatically qualify for 15% off all supplements – https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/bslnutrition/signupConnect with Us:Email: [email protected] Join our Smart Nutrition Community: https://www.smartnutritionmadesimple.comCheck out our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@smartnutritionmadesimpleFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodysystemscoaching/Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminbrownnutrition/

Ep 222222_How to Prevent the Leading Cause of Death Worldwide with Dr. Michael Twyman
As the saying goes: "A man is as old as his arteries."In today's episode of the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show, I had the pleasure of chatting with Dr. Michael Twyman.Dr. Twyman is a heart attack prevention expert and board-certified cardiologist who utilizes the best of conventional medicine, integrative medicine, quantum medicine, and biohacking to get to the root cause of cardiovascular issues. In today's conversation, we dive deep into Dr. Twyman's progressive and proactive approach to cardiovascular health. We talk about what traditional blood tests to assess heart health miss, debunk the myths around cholesterol, and introduce critical markers like ApoB and ApoE. We talk about the importance of optimizing mitochondrial function, why external appearances can be deceiving when assessing heart health, why prioritizing sleep is the most important thing you can do for your heart, and reveal practical tips to optimize your sleep environment, including ways to reduce EMF exposure.We also explore heart rate variability (HRV), the limitations of smartwatches in measuring it, and what your heart rate reveals about your health and longevity. We talk about the cardiovascular implications of different diets, from carnivore to plant-based, and the significance of seasonal eating.Finally, Dr. Twyman shares when it's appropriate to consult a cardiologist as well as the diagnostic and genetic tests that can give you the deepest understanding of your heart health.In a world where cardiovascular disease is the #1 cause of death, this episode serves as a crucial wake-up call that we need to take a proactive approach to our vascular health. And it is my hope that you leave this podcast equipped with the necessary tools and insights to take your cardiovascular health into your own hands.Connect with Dr. Twyman:Website: https://drtwyman.com/Apply to be a patient: https://drtwyman.com/apollocardiology/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drtwyman/As always, if you love what you hear on this show, then do me a favor and subscribe, leave a positive rating and review, and share this episode with a friend or loved one whom you think could benefit. And if you want to talk about working with me personally, I’d love to chat. Just schedule your free nutrition strategy call at https://www.bodysystems.com/free-strategy-call/.RESOURCES:Grab our FREE Fat Loss Fix Guide: https://bodysystems.com/fat-loss-fix-guide/Check out our new High Protein Recipe Pack – Over 52 Easy to Make Protein Dense Meals + 2-Weeks of Shopping Guides and Meal Plans: https://bodysystems.com/high-protein-recipe-pack/We’ve recently partnered with Fullscript, the #1 online source for only professional-grade supplements, to create our own Smart Nutrition Made Simple Supplement Shop! As a loyal subscriber of Body Systems, you automatically qualify for 15% off all supplements – https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/bslnutrition/signupConnect with Us:Email: [email protected] Join our Smart Nutrition Community: https://www.smartnutritionmadesimple.comCheck out our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@smartnutritionmadesimpleFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodysystemscoaching/Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminbrownnutrition/

Ep 221221_The Plant Medicine Protocol with William Siff, L.Ac
From the shaker on your table to the herbs in your garden, plants are natural superheroes hiding in plain sight.Today I'm excited to chat with William Siff, a renowned expert in plant medicine and author of The Plant Medicine Protocol, Unlocking the Power of Plants for Optimal Health and Longevity.Bill is a licensed acupuncturist, clinical herbalist, ethnobotanist, and health educator who specializes in Ayurvedic and Traditional Chinese Medicine. His mission is to connect people with the healing power of plants.In today's conversation, we explore how medicinal plants shape both ancient practices and modern medicine, debunk myths surrounding plant-based treatments, and offer practical advice on how to infuse these natural remedies into our daily lives for enhanced digestion, detoxification, hydration, sleep, and overall vitality.Connect with Bill:Website: https://www.williamsiff.com/Book: https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/william-siff-lac/the-plant-medicine-protocol/9781579659851/Goldthread tonics: https://drinkgoldthread.com/As always, if you love what you hear on this show, then do me a favor and subscribe, leave a positive rating and review, and share this episode with a friend or loved one whom you think could benefit. And if you want to talk about working with me personally, I’d love to chat. Just schedule your free nutrition strategy call at https://www.bodysystems.com/free-strategy-call/.RESOURCES:Grab our FREE Fat Loss Fix Guide: https://bodysystems.com/fat-loss-fix-guide/Check out our new High Protein Recipe Pack – Over 52 Easy to Make Protein Dense Meals + 2-Weeks of Shopping Guides and Meal Plans: https://bodysystems.com/high-protein-recipe-pack/We’ve recently partnered with Fullscript, the #1 online source for only professional-grade supplements, to create our own Smart Nutrition Made Simple Supplement Shop! As a loyal subscriber of Body Systems, you automatically qualify for 15% off all supplements -https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/bslnutrition/signupConnect with Us:Email: [email protected] Join our Smart Nutrition Community: https://www.smartnutritionmadesimple.comCheck out our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@smartnutritionmadesimpleFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodysystemscoaching/Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminbrownnutrition/

Ep 220220_Fast, Feast, Repeat: Intermittent Fasting with Gin Stephens
Could intermittent fasting be the key to sustainable weight loss? My next guest, elementary school teacher turned best-selling author Gin Stephens thinks so.In 2014 Gin was obese, felt like crap, and hated the person she saw in the mirror. She had spent years yo-yo dieting only to lose and regain the same weight back, and then some. Desperate to find a solution, she turned to intermittent fasting. Since then Gin has lost more than 80 pounds and kept it off.In today's conversation, we take a deep dive into the world of intermittent fasting and all of its physiological benefits. We talk about why intermittent fasting is easier to implement than other types of dieting protocols, the concept of metabolic flexibility, the importance of setting realistic expectations when it comes to fat loss, some of the biggest mistakes people make with intermittent fasting, as well as how to get started on your own intermittent fasting journey.If any of this information in our conversation resonates with you, then make sure to check out Gin's books: "Fast, Feast, Repeat," "Clean(ish)", "Delay, Don't Deny," and her upcoming book "28 Day Fast Start Day-By-Day". All of the links are in the shownotes below.As always, if you love what you hear on this show, then do me a favor and subscribe, leave a positive rating and review, and share this episode with a friend or loved one whom you think could benefit. And if you want to talk about working with me personally, I’d love to chat. Just schedule your free nutrition strategy call at https://www.bodysystems.com/free-strategy-call/.Connect with Gin:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ginstephens/?hl=enWebsite: https://www.ginstephens.com/Join the IF community: https://www.ginstephens.com/community.htmlGet the books: https://www.ginstephens.com/get-the-books.html RESOURCES:Grab our FREE Fat Loss Fix Guide: https://bodysystems.com/fat-loss-fix-guide/Check out our new High Protein Recipe Pack – Over 52 Easy to Make Protein Dense Meals + 2-Weeks of Shopping Guides and Meal Plans: https://bodysystems.com/high-protein-recipe-pack/We’ve recently partnered with Fullscript, the #1 online source for only professional-grade supplements, to create our own Smart Nutrition Made Simple Supplement Shop! As a loyal subscriber of Body Systems, you automatically qualify for 15% off all supplements – https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/bslnutrition/signupConnect with Us:Email: [email protected] Join our Smart Nutrition Community: https://www.smartnutritionmadesimple.comCheck out our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@smartnutritionmadesimpleFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodysystemscoaching/Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminbrownnutrition/

Ep 219219_How to Create a Superhero Physique with Celebrity Fitness Trainer Don Saladino
What do Ryan Reynolds, Blake Lively, John Krasinski, Emily Blunt, Liev Schreiber, Sebastian Stan, Anne Hathaway, Jake Gyllenhaal, and Hugh Jackman all have in common?They’ve all been trained by today's guest, performance coach, keynote speaker, and entrepreneur, Don Saladino.In today's conversation, we spend a little bit of time talking about our kids and the realities of being a parent.Don shares his approach to training his clients for superhero roles and the differences between training athletes and even the general population.We dive into the importance of strength training for body composition change as well as his specific approach to getting clients great results without overt restriction.We touch on the role of hormones and performance-enhancing drugs in the industry and some of his frustrations with the approach of hormone optimization as a panacea.I felt like there were so many different directions that we could have gone with this conversation that I’m afraid we just scratched the surface…Nonetheless, I’m confident that you’re going to enjoy our chat as much as I did.As always, if you love what you hear on this show, then do me a favor and subscribe, leave a positive rating and review, and share this episode with a friend or loved one whom you think could benefit. And if you want to talk about working with me personally, I’d love to chat. Just schedule your free nutrition strategy call at https://www.bodysystems.com/free-strategy-call/.Connect with Don:Website: https://donsaladino.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/donsaladino/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/donsaladinoFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/saladinodonGym Programs: https://donsaladino.com/programs-allRESOURCES:Grab our FREE Fat Loss Fix Guide: https://bodysystems.com/fat-loss-fix-guide/Check out our new High Protein Recipe Pack – Over 52 Easy to Make Protein Dense Meals + 2-Weeks of Shopping Guides and Meal Plans: https://bodysystems.com/high-protein-recipe-pack/We’ve recently partnered with Fullscript, the #1 online source for only professional-grade supplements, to create our own Smart Nutrition Made Simple Supplement Shop! As a loyal subscriber of Body Systems, you automatically qualify for 15% off all supplements – https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/bslnutrition/signupConnect with Us:Email: [email protected] Join our Smart Nutrition Community: https://www.smartnutritionmadesimple.comCheck out our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@smartnutritionmadesimpleFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodysystemscoaching/Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminbrownnutrition/

Ep 218218_Holiday Eating Made Simple with the Body Systems Coaches
It's the time of year when many of us start to struggle and the slip of the holiday treats turns into the slide of weight gain. So in this month's coaches roundtable, we thought we would take this chance as a team to discuss some of our best practices to maintain and not gain over the holiday season.As always, if you love what you hear on this show, then do me a favor and subscribe, leave a positive rating and review, and share this episode with a friend or loved one whom you think could benefit. And if you want to talk about working with me personally, I’d love to chat. Just schedule your free nutrition strategy call at https://www.bodysystems.com/free-strategy-call/.RESOURCES:Grab our FREE Fat Loss Fix Guide: https://bodysystems.com/fat-loss-fix-guide/Check out our new High Protein Recipe Pack – Over 52 Easy to Make Protein Dense Meals + 2-Weeks of Shopping Guides and Meal Plans: https://bodysystems.com/high-protein-recipe-pack/We’ve recently partnered with Fullscript, the #1 online source for only professional-grade supplements, to create our own Smart Nutrition Made Simple Supplement Shop! As a loyal subscriber of Body Systems, you automatically qualify for 15% off all supplements – https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/bslnutrition/signupConnect with Us:Email: [email protected] Join our Smart Nutrition Community: https://www.smartnutritionmadesimple.comCheck out our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@smartnutritionmadesimpleFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodysystemscoaching/Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminbrownnutrition/

Ep 217217_Our Balls Are Under Attack with Dr. Tracy Gapin
Our balls are under attack…At least that’s what Dr. Tracy Gapin suggests is at the forefront of the precipitous decline in men’s health today.From our toxic environment to poor food and water quality, overconsumption yet undernourishment, over-stressed and under-recovered, to genetic factors that predispose us to reduced hormonal function, the odds are stacked against us…But it’s not all bad as there's plenty of opportunity for us to take control of our health through various components of nutrition, lifestyle, exercise, and medical interventions.Dr. Tracy Gapin is a board-certified urologist, world-renowned men’s health and performance expert, and the founder of The Gapin Institute, the global leader in high-performance health. He has over 20 years of experience focused on providing executives, entrepreneurs, and athletes with a personalized path to optimize their health and fulfill their highest potential. He is also a TEDx speaker as well as the author of Male 2.0 and Codes of Longevity.In today’s episode of The Smart Nutrition Made Simple show, Dr. Gapin and I discuss:The men's health crisis we’re currently living in is affecting testosterone levels, weight, mood, brain function, sex drive, and the drive to commit to getting healthy in the first place.The role testosterone plays in optimal health and how we should be thinking about testosterone optimization. The common, but often unrecognized blindspots that can keep us sick and fat, even when we feel like we’re doing everything right.And the role of peptides, specifically GLP1 agonists, like the extremely popular drug, Ozempic, as they pertain to helping facilitate the weight loss process.If you’re a man or a woman who cares about your health and you feel like you already eat healthy and exercise, but aren’t seeing the results you’d hope for, then this conversation is for you.As always, if you love what you hear on this show, then do me a favor and subscribe, leave a positive rating and review, and share this episode with a friend or loved one whom you think could benefit. And if you want to talk about working with me personally, I’d love to chat. Just schedule your free nutrition strategy call at https://www.bodysystems.com/free-strategy-call/.Connect with Dr. Tracy Gapin:Website: https://gapininstitute.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracygapin/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drtracygapin/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ8U-xLrHqccWvnVYU2Ci_ACheck out our earlier podcast The Role of Genetic Testing in Optimizing Hormonal Health with Dr. Tracy Gapin: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-role-of-genetic-testing-in-optimizing/id1244912234?i=1000429263419Text the word "health" to 26786 to get a copy of Dr. Gapin's free High-Performance Health HandbookRESOURCES:Grab our FREE Fat Loss Fix Guide: https://bodysystems.com/fat-loss-fix-guide/Check out our new High Protein Recipe Pack – Over 52 Easy to Make Protein Dense Meals + 2-Weeks of Shopping Guides and Meal Plans: https://bodysystems.com/high-protein-recipe-pack/We’ve recently partnered with Fullscript, the #1 online source for only professional-grade supplements, to create our own Smart Nutrition Made Simple Supplement Shop! As a loyal subscriber of Body Systems, you automatically qualify for 15% off all supplements – https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/bslnutrition/signupConnect with Us:Email: [email protected] Join our Smart Nutrition Community: https://www.smartnutritionmadesimple.comCheck out our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@smartnutritionmadesimpleFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodysystemscoaching/Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminbrownnutrition/

Ep 216216_Fueling Yourself Like an Athlete with Jill Lane
We all need to start eating like athletes… at least that's what I gleaned from this recent conversation with performance nutritionist, Jill Lane.While most Americans are over-fed and undernourished, we’re seeing a chronic problem with athletes of all levels being both underfed and undernourished…and it’s wreaking havoc on health, performance, and longevity.Today I’m catching up with Jill Lane, the Founder of Fueling Champions® and an expert performance nutrition consultant with more than two decades of experience consulting, coaching, and teaching functional nutrition and exercise physiology. She has dedicated her career to helping pro athletes, sports families, sports teams and high achievers attain max strength, quick recovery, heightened energy, sharp focus, and optimal body fat for peak performance through her unique 3-step approach.In this conversation, we talk about Jill's functional medicine approach to performance nutrition and some of the most common issues plaguing both professional and student-athletes when it comes to fueling their body appropriately. We talk about Relative energy deficiency in sport (RED-S), the biggest areas of opportunity for improving athletic performance, recommended protein sources, the role of peri-workout nutrition, and so much more.I think that there’s so much carryover from sports and nutrition to the general population and so whether you’re a weekend warrior or a world-class athlete, I’m confident you’ll benefit from this conversation…As always, if you love what you hear on this show, then do me a favor and subscribe, leave a positive rating and review, and share this episode with a friend or loved one whom you think could benefit. And if you want to talk about working with me personally, I’d love to chat. Just schedule your free nutrition strategy call at https://www.bodysystems.com/free-strategy-call/.Connect with Jill:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teamfuelingchampions/Website: https://www.jilllane.com/Fueling Champions®: https://fuelingchampions.org/RESOURCES:Grab our FREE Fat Loss Fix Guide: https://bodysystems.com/fat-loss-fix-guide/Check out our new High Protein Recipe Pack – Over 52 Easy to Make Protein Dense Meals + 2-Weeks of Shopping Guides and Meal Plans: https://bodysystems.com/high-protein-recipe-pack/We’ve recently partnered with Fullscript, the #1 online source for only professional-grade supplements, to create our own Smart Nutrition Made Simple Supplement Shop! As a loyal subscriber of Body Systems, you automatically qualify for 15% off all supplements – https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/bslnutrition/signupConnect with Us:Email: [email protected] Join our Smart Nutrition Community: https://www.smartnutritionmadesimple.comCheck out our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@smartnutritionmadesimpleFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodysystemscoaching/Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminbrownnutrition/

Ep 215215_Why Fad Diets Are Keeping Us Fat
In this episode of the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show, I want to take a deep dive into the complexities of weight loss, focusing particularly on the cycle of fat loss and subsequent regain. I'm going to talk about the implications of our conventional dieting tactics and why they make it so challenging for us to keep fat off, the dangers of perpetuating the vicious yo-yo dieting cycle, and I am going to share exactly what you need to do in order to realistically lose fat and maintain it longterm.As always, if you love what you hear on this show, then do me a favor and subscribe, leave a positive rating and review, and share this episode with a friend or loved one whom you think could benefit. And if you want to talk about working with me personally, I’d love to chat. Just schedule your free nutrition strategy call at https://www.bodysystems.com/free-strategy-call/.REFERENCED RESEARCH LINKS:Collateral fattening in body composition autoregulation: its determinants and significance for obesity predisposition: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29559726/Association between Fat-Free Mass Loss after Diet and Exercise Interventions and Weight Regain in Women with Overweight: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35797356/RESOURCES:Grab our FREE Fat Loss Fix Guide: https://bodysystems.com/fat-loss-fix-guide/Check out our new High Protein Recipe Pack – Over 52 Easy to Make Protein Dense Meals + 2-Weeks of Shopping Guides and Meal Plans: https://bodysystems.com/high-protein-recipe-pack/We’ve recently partnered with Fullscript, the #1 online source for only professional-grade supplements, to create our own Smart Nutrition Made Simple Supplement Shop! As a loyal subscriber of Body Systems, you automatically qualify for 15% off all supplements – https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/bslnutrition/signupConnect with Us:Email: [email protected] Join our Smart Nutrition Community: https://www.smartnutritionmadesimple.comCheck out our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@smartnutritionmadesimpleFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodysystemscoaching/Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminbrownnutrition/

Ep 214214_Navigating Weight Loss Roadblocks
In this week's episode of the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show, I have a candid conversation with Body Systems client and 6-month coaching scholarship winner, Debra F.Prior to joining our Smart Nutrition Coaching Program, Debra was at her wit's end, juggling a busy family life and work life while letting her health fall to the wayside.In today's podcast, we talk about her frustrations with lack of exercise motivation and failed dieting attempts, the struggles she experienced trying to eat healthy while working non-traditional hours, including late nights and early mornings, how the Body Systems coaches and community helped her make lasting lifestyle change, the mindset shifts that have allowed her to develop autonomy and control over her nutrition decisions, and more.As always, if you love what you hear on this show, then do me a favor and subscribe, leave a positive rating and review, and share this episode with a friend or loved one whom you think could benefit. And if you want to talk about working with me personally, I’d love to chat. Just schedule your free nutrition strategy call at https://www.bodysystems.com/free-strategy-call/.RESOURCES:Grab our FREE Fat Loss Fix Guide: https://bodysystems.com/fat-loss-fix-guide/Check out our new High Protein Recipe Pack – Over 52 Easy to Make Protein Dense Meals + 2-Weeks of Shopping Guides and Meal Plans: https://bodysystems.com/high-protein-recipe-pack/We’ve recently partnered with Fullscript, the #1 online source for only professional-grade supplements, to create our own Smart Nutrition Made Simple Supplement Shop! As a loyal subscriber of Body Systems, you automatically qualify for 15% off all supplements – https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/bslnutrition/signupConnect with Us:Email: [email protected] our Smart Nutrition Community: https://www.smartnutritionmadesimple.comCheck out our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@smartnutritionmadesimple

Ep 213213_Can You Lose Fat and Gain Muscle at the Same Time?
Can you lose fat and gain muscle at the same time?In today's Body Systems Coaches roundtable, we dive deep into the nuances of nutrition and fitness as it pertains to achieving weight loss while simultaneously building muscle. We also share our game-changing Nutritional Seasons approach to weight loss that allows our Smart Nutrition Coaching clients to get such incredible, and most importantly, sustainable, results. As always, if you love what you hear on this show, then do me a favor and subscribe, leave a positive rating and review, and share this episode with a friend or loved one whom you think could benefit. And if you want to talk about working with me personally, I’d love to chat. Just schedule your free nutrition strategy call at https://www.bodysystems.com/free-strategy-call/.RESOURCES:Grab our FREE Fat Loss Fix Guide: https://bodysystems.com/fat-loss-fix-guide/Check out our new High Protein Recipe Pack – Over 52 Easy to Make Protein Dense Meals + 2-Weeks of Shopping Guides and Meal Plans: https://bodysystems.com/high-protein-recipe-pack/We’ve recently partnered with Fullscript, the #1 online source for only professional-grade supplements, to create our own Smart Nutrition Made Simple Supplement Shop! As a loyal subscriber of Body Systems, you automatically qualify for 15% off all supplements –https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/bslnutrition/signupConnect with Us:Email: [email protected] our Smart Nutrition Community: https://www.smartnutritionmadesimple.comCheck out our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@smartnutritionmadesimple

Ep 212212_5 Ways Dieting Fails You [And What to Do Instead]
In this episode of the Smart Nutrition Show, I'll be discussing some of the common, but little-known ways that your dieting practices are actually keeping you stuck, and I'll share actionable strategies to achieve the results you desire.At this stage in my career, I'm just trying to be as open and honest as possible with my observations around the things that move the needle with respect to our health, our wellness, our weight loss, our aesthetic goals, our strength goals and what have you. So, let's dive in. As always, if you love what you hear on this show, then do me a favor and subscribe, leave a positive rating and review, and share this episode with a friend or loved one whom you think could benefit. And if you want to talk about working with me personally, I’d love to chat. Just schedule your free nutrition strategy call at https://www.bodysystems.com/free-strategy-call/.RESOURCES:Grab our FREE Fat Loss Fix Guide: https://www.bslnutrition.com/fat-loss-fix-guide/Check out our new High Protein Recipe Pack - Over 52 Easy to Make Protein Dense Meals + 2-Weeks of Shopping Guides and Meal Plans: https://www.bslnutrition.com/high-protein-recipe-pack/We’ve recently partnered with Fullscript, the #1 online source for only professional-grade supplements, to create our own Smart Nutrition Made Simple Supplement Shop! As a loyal subscriber of BSL Nutrition, you automatically qualify for 15% off all supplements - https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/bslnutrition/signupConnect with Us:Email: [email protected] our Smart Nutrition Community: https://www.smartnutritionmadesimple.comSubscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@smartnutritionmadesimpleConnect with us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/bslnutritionConnect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bslnutrition/Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminbrownnutrition/

Ep 211211_The Legacy of Charles Poliquin: Lessons Learned from the Strength Sensei
Today marks 5 years since the passing of one of my greatest mentors, Charles Poliquin, aka the Strength Sensei.If you ever had the privilege of attending one of Strength Sensei's courses, you'd know that he firmly believed that the best way to learn, in any course, was to teach for 45 minutes, then do a "10 things I learned" review to reinforce many of the concepts discussed previously...Therefore in today's Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show it seems only fitting that as an homage to Charles, I share with you 10 things that I learned from him that are far more significant than strength or nutrition protocols. Thank you, Charles. You made an indefinable impact on my life and I only wish I could have shared this with you sooner.RIP coach.As always, if you love what you hear on this show, then do me a favor and subscribe, leave a positive rating and review, and share this episode with a friend or loved one whom you think could benefit. And if you want to talk about working with me personally, I’d love to chat. Just schedule your free nutrition strategy call at https://www.bslnutrition.com/free-strategy-call/.RESOURCES:Grab our FREE Fat Loss Fix Guide: https://www.bslnutrition.com/fat-loss-fix-guide/Check out our new High Protein Recipe Pack - Over 52 Easy to Make Protein Dense Meals + 2-Weeks of Shopping Guides and Meal Plans: https://www.bslnutrition.com/high-protein-recipe-pack/We’ve recently partnered with Fullscript, the #1 online source for only professional-grade supplements, to create our own Smart Nutrition Made Simple Supplement Shop! As a loyal subscriber of BSL Nutrition, you automatically qualify for 15% off all supplements - https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/bslnutrition/signupConnect with Us:Email: [email protected] our Smart Nutrition Community: https://www.smartnutritionmadesimple.comSubscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@smartnutritionmadesimpleConnect with us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/bslnutritionConnect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bslnutrition/Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminbrownnutrition/

Ep 210210_Lose Fat By Gaining Muscle: How Movement Fits Into the Dieting Process with Coach Krista
In today's episode of the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show, I'm sharing an interview I did on Coach Krista Kuchenbecker's podcast. Krista is a registered nurse, personal trainer, and sports nutrition specialist who helps men and women ditch the diet mentality and feel healthy, strong, and confident, while still enjoying the foods they love.In our discussion, we talk at length about the benefits of strength training, particularly in conjunction with the weight loss process. We talk about the need to shift the narrative away from "How do I eat as little as possible and exercise as much as possible to burn as many calories as possible", to "How can I lose as much fat as possible while supporting as much lean muscle as possible". We also talk about the fundamental need to infuse more movement into our daily behaviors. As well as how to set realistic expectations around what the weight loss journey really looks like.As always, if you love what you hear on this show, then do me a favor and subscribe, leave a positive rating and review, and share this episode with a friend or loved one whom you think could benefit. And if you want to talk about working with me personally, I’d love to chat. Just schedule your free nutrition strategy call at https://www.bslnutrition.com/free-strategy-call/.Connect with Krista:Website: https://www.kkmethod.com/coachingFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/kkmethodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/krista.healthcoach/RESOURCES:Grab our FREE Fat Loss Fix Guide: https://www.bslnutrition.com/fat-loss-fix-guide/Check out our new High Protein Recipe Pack - Over 52 Easy to Make Protein Dense Meals + 2-Weeks of Shopping Guides and Meal Plans: https://www.bslnutrition.com/high-protein-recipe-pack/We’ve recently partnered with Fullscript, the #1 online source for only professional-grade supplements, to create our own Smart Nutrition Made Simple Supplement Shop! As a loyal subscriber of BSL Nutrition, you automatically qualify for 15% off all supplements - https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/bslnutrition/signupConnect with Us:Email: [email protected] our Smart Nutrition Community: https://www.smartnutritionmadesimple.comSubscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@smartnutritionmadesimpleConnect with us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/bslnutritionConnect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bslnutrition/Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminbrownnutrition/

Ep 209209_How to Lean Into Your Unique Human Design with Krystal Jackson
Are you living in alignment with your true identity?In today's episode of the Smart Nutrition Made Simple show, I had the pleasure of chatting with my good friend Krystal Jackson. Krystal is a former professional volleyball play turned spiritual business coach who helps entrepreneurs create incredible results in both business and in life through a holistic self-knowledge system called Human Design. Now, you might be wondering, what in the heck is Human Design? Well, it combines astronomy, I Ching, Kabbalah, Myer's-Briggs, quantum physics, and the chakra system to create a personalized energy blueprint that gives you insight into how you're naturally wired to make decisions, interact with others, and navigate life.In this enlightening conversation, we really dive into Human Design and the different unique Energy Types. We talk about telltale signs we are out of alignment with our Energy Type and what we can do to fix it, as well as how to effectively leverage Human Design to revolutionize the way we live our lives.I learned so much about human psychology and about my own energy type in this conversation and I hope you can glean some pearls of wisdom to help you live a life that is most authentic to you. So without further ado, here's my conversation with Krystal.As always, if you love what you hear on this show, then do me a favor and subscribe, leave a positive rating and review, and share this episode with a friend or loved one whom you think could benefit. And if you want to talk about working with me personally, I’d love to chat. Just schedule your free nutrition strategy call at https://www.bslnutrition.com/free-strategy-call/.Connect with Krystal:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/krystalsuejackson/Free Human Design Energy Types & Masterclass: https://members.krystaljackson.com/offers/31eff41a-c38c-4c1c-a7ac-f22a92a94e94Check out my last interview with Krystal "How to Step Outside your Comfort Zone and Achieve the "Unachievable": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=46Fc4-QqWCoRESOURCES:Grab our FREE Fat Loss Fix Guide: https://www.bslnutrition.com/fat-loss-fix-guide/Check out our new High Protein Recipe Pack - Over 52 Easy to Make Protein Dense Meals + 2-Weeks of Shopping Guides and Meal Plans: https://www.bslnutrition.com/high-protein-recipe-pack/We’ve recently partnered with Fullscript, the #1 online source for only professional-grade supplements, to create our own Smart Nutrition Made Simple Supplement Shop! As a loyal subscriber of BSL Nutrition, you automatically qualify for 15% off all supplements - https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/bslnutrition/signupConnect with Us:Email: [email protected] our Smart Nutrition Community: https://www.smartnutritionmadesimple.comSubscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@smartnutritionmadesimpleConnect with us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/bslnutritionConnect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bslnutrition/Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminbrownnutrition/

Ep 208208_Nutrition Series - Episode 3: Protein
In episode 3 of our Nutrition Series, I'm talking all about protein. When we’re trying to lose body fat, increase our energy, and/or gain muscle mass, protein plays a significant role, ESPECIALLY if we’re in a calorie deficit.In this podcast, I talk about why protein is the most important macronutrient, how much protein you should be eating, and how to realistically build out your meals to ensure that you're hitting your protein goals.As always, if you love what you hear on this show, then do me a favor and subscribe, leave a positive rating and review, and share this episode with a friend or loved one whom you think could benefit. And if you want to talk about working with me personally, I’d love to chat. Just schedule your free nutrition strategy call at https://www.bslnutrition.com/free-strategy-call/.Check out other episodes. of our Nutrition Series:Episode 1 - Nutritional Priming: https://www.bslnutrition.com/202_nutrition-series-episode-1-nutritional-priming/Episode 2 - Calories: https://www.bslnutrition.com/204_nutrition-series-episode-2-calories/RESOURCES:Grab our FREE Fat Loss Fix Guide: https://www.bslnutrition.com/fat-loss-fix-guide/Check out our new High Protein Recipe Pack - Over 52 Easy to Make Protein Dense Meals + 2-Weeks of Shopping Guides and Meal Plans: https://www.bslnutrition.com/high-protein-recipe-pack/We’ve recently partnered with Fullscript, the #1 online source for only professional-grade supplements, to create our own Smart Nutrition Made Simple Supplement Shop! As a loyal subscriber of BSL Nutrition, you automatically qualify for 15% off all supplements - https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/bslnutrition/signupConnect with Us:Email: [email protected] our Smart Nutrition Community: https://www.smartnutritionmadesimple.comSubscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@smartnutritionmadesimpleConnect with us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/bslnutritionConnect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bslnutrition/Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminbrownnutrition/