Chris Duffin sits down with the legendary Stan Efferding, a man who has smashed powerlifting records, achieved IFBB pro status, and innovated nutrition with the Vertical Diet. Stan is here to share his invaluable experience, from working hand-in-hand with the elite, such as NFL football players and strongmen, to his personal journey through health and fitness.

In this episode, we're delving deep into the world of managing stressors, the disciplined use of checklists, and the critical role of tracking progress for achieving peak performance. Stan walks us through his methods, from his meticulous monitoring of his clients' sleep, weight, and meals, to the profound insights gained from hundreds of blood tests that guide lifestyle interventions.

Chris Duffin shares his own personal health discoveries, underlining the conversation about the significance of comprehensive blood panels, especially when dealing with conditions like hashimoto's, low testosterone, and thyroid problems. The discussion illuminates how resilience in fitness and business hinge on managing and optimizing all aspects of health.

We'll also uncover Stan's perspective on the intertwining of obsessive dedication required for sports and business success, his approach to diet and nutrition for bulking athletes, as well as his candid struggles with stress and anxiety.

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This episode of the ARCHITECT of RESILIENCE podcast is available on Apple, Spotify & YouTube, and is sponsored by @marekhealth : Performance. Longevity. Optimization. 🔬 Use code RESILIENCE for 10% off your first bloodwork at https://marekhealth.com/chrisduffin

Contents 00:00 Idolized bodybuilders, worked with top athletes, real people.

07:26 Be careful about the nocebo effect. The willingness to learn is essential for success.

12:53 Avoid overthinking, follow through, and measure progress carefully.

17:03 Trust process, focus, execute, apply in life.

22:46 Balancing goals and transitions in life.

31:04 Baseline testing is crucial for identifying health issues.

32:08 Address markers of concern before medication intervention.

38:18 Authors wrote "Vertical Diet" to address nutrition issues.

47:17 Strength is never a weakness, Mark Bell.

50:32 Sponsor: Marek Health

52:57 Video on vasodilators, muscle enhancement, TRT weight loss.

58:47 Diet: low on fat, high on carbs.

01:02:18 Prioritized health, fitness and stress management routines.

01:07:20 Track daily activities to improve goal achievement.

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