Live Life Aggressively Podcast w/Mike Mahler & Sincere Hogan

Bret Contreras (http://bretcontreras.com) is considered by many as the foremost expert in glutes training. Bret has authored books, written numerous sports-science related articles, as well as adds the title of inventor to his attributes thanks to his creation of "The Hip Thruster." Although Bret works with a variety of clients, it is his long list of female clients who have found success in not only reshaping their bodies, via Bret's coaching, but reshaping and redefining what it means to have a great set of glutes. Just look at the before and after shots on his testimonials page, & you'll see what we mean. Bret took some time to chat with the LLA podcast nation about the following: How Bret went from being a fitness business lurker to becoming one of the most sought-after strength coaches What kept Bret from submitting his articles to the popular website T-nation, early in his career Why you will probably never find an article about the Turkish Get up written by Bret Why does Bret loath high-rep training Bret shares why he feels heavy swings are a better fit for athletes than olympic lifts or jump squats Why the kettlebell swing is a good form of assistance work for deadlifts How do 106lb kettlebells compare to trap bar deadlifts, and why Bret female clients love to train with the 106 pounder Why is Bret the go-to guy for all things glutes, or as we like to say, how did he become the ultimate "ass man." What did Bret's neighbors think about all of the bikini-clad women who constantly visited his condo What has been Bret's success with training clients via the poorman's glute ham developer What did Bret learn from researchers in Auckland, regarding eccentric training & how they could help prevent hamstring injuries What are Nordic Ham Curls and how are they beneficial Why static stretching does not lengthen the muscles What prompted a controversial YouTube rivalry between Brett & Charles Poliquin Why is Bret's current pursuit of his PhD so important to him & how it can benefit the strength training world Bret the inventor, Shark Tank, & the flaws with "5 Year Plans" All this and much more:Listen and download at http://strengthbymahler.com or http://newwarriortraining.com. or subscribe, download, rate & review us at:iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/live-life-aggressively-podcast/id646524617 Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=34706&refid=stprAlso, be sure to "like" and connect with us on our Facebook fan page at http://facebook.com/llapodcast.

Listen in on Pt. 2 of our chat with Marcus Smith, the founder of Innerfight (http://innerfight.com), professional former rugby player, strength & conditioning coach & widely considered one of the fittest men in the Middle East, & high level Crossfit Games competitor. Listen in to part 2 of this two part episode, as Marcus discusses the following: Marcus gives elevator communication tips that even Beyonce's sister & Jay Z can appreciate Marcus shares how he got into Crossfit and competing in the Crossfit Games What particular exercise almost ruined Marcus's 15+ hours Crossfit Regionals travel experience Why did Marcus's wife tell Marcus to "Put his tongue away?" Marcus gives us insight on the upcoming NPFL (National Pro Fitness League) Why Marcus is not interested in starting a "bucket list" All this and much more:Listen and download at http://strengthbymahler.com or http://newwarriortraining.com. or subscribe, download, rate & review us at:iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/live-life-aggressively-podcast/id646524617 Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=34706&refid=stprAlso, be sure to "like" and connect with us on our Facebook fan page at http://facebook.com/llapodcast.

Marcus Smith, the founder of Innerfight (http://innerfight.com) is a former rugby player and is now one the most respected strength & conditioning coaches in the world. He is widely considered one of the fittest men in the Middle East, and competes in the Crossfit Games. Listen in to part 1 of this two part episode, as Marcus discusses the following with Mike & Sincere: Marcus shares how he ended up in Dubai and describes its fitness scene Marcus shares how the obesity rate is rising in Dubai How Crossfit and MMA are rising in the Dubai region What Marcus loves about Crossfit, while not drinking the "Crossfit kool-aid" Why Marcus and the InnerFight team try to avoid the holiday/big event dieters Why Marcus is not into "well-being" What are the biggest challenges Marcus faces when working and speaking with corporate clients What the truth and myths about genetics All this and much more:Listen and download at http://strengthbymahler.com or http://newwarriortraining.com. or subscribe, download, rate & review us at:iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/live-life-aggressively-podcast/id646524617 Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=34706&refid=stprAlso, be sure to "like" and connect with us on our Facebook fan page at http://facebook.com/llapodcast.

Aurora Colello (http://www.auroracolello.com/) is a top level triathlete. However, after being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis and losing her vision in 2008, the mother of 4 never thought she'd be the athlete and health advocate she is today. After doctors pretty much gave her zero chance of living a healthy quality of life and to prepare for the worst, Aurora chose not to listen and sought alternative medicine as a means to not only regain her vision, and reverse the symptoms of MS, she sought alternative medicinal choices, revised diet, and inclusion of exercise also helped removed 10 lesions from her brain. During this episode, Aurora shares her incredible story, as well as the following: What was the severe pain that Aurora woke up to that would alter the course of her life Why being born with "skinny genes" isn't enough in terms of an indicator of health, and how may that have worked against Aurora's overall health After an MRI showed Aurora had 10 lesions on her brain, how did the mother of 4 respond What medical techniques helped Aurora, who spend 30 days without vision, to not only overcome what was thought to be permanent blindness, but to be able to see far better than she did before What exactly is Multiple Sclerosis, and why is often misunderstood by most of the general public Is alternative non-western medicine another form of quackery or is it a viable option in even the most severe medical diagnoses How did Aurora react when she visited an alternative medicine practitioner to diagnosis her loss of vision, and he alternatively began giving her a "neck massage" How did an anti-inflammatory diet play a part in helping Aurora regain her vision within 2 weeks of seeking other medical options As someone who never participated in any form of organized physical activity, what inspired Aurora to compete in a triathlon What did Aurora do to anger some of her doctors, even causing at least one to "fire her" as a patient Who is Dr. Terry Wahls, and how could her own battle with MS really change the face of the western medicine community, and why is it she may not be as well known What does Aurora's daily health regimen look like How does Aurora juggle training for multiple triathlons throughout the year, keep her nutrition on point, being a wife and mother of 4, an advocate for health, and not lose her mind in the process What other alternative practices does Aurora incorporate into her daily regimen, beyond exercise and diet All this and much more:Listen and download at http://strengthbymahler.com or http://newwarriortraining.com. or subscribe, download, rate & review us at:iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/live-life-aggressively-podcast/id646524617 Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=34706&refid=stprAlso, be sure to "like" and connect with us on our Facebook fan page at http://facebook.com/llapodcast.

Josh Henkin (http://ultimatesandbagtraining.com) is the creator of the Ultimate Sandbag Training System & DVRT (Dynamic Variable Resistance Training). For nearly a decade, Josh has been on the forefront of utilizing sandbag training as the go-to tool for improving rotational movement, enhancing other fitness and sports-specific training, as well as a great tool for fat loss, improving stability, strength, and power. Josh teaches his DVRT system around the globe, and has found great success in creating a training tool that has stood the test of time, in an industry full of gimmicks and snake-oil salesmen. During this episode of the LLApodcast, Josh shares the following: Josh explains how and why he created his latest book on sandbag training and how he partnered with Dragon Door Josh shares the ups and downs of creating his Ultimate Sandbag System Although Josh's sandbags were not the first, Josh shares why his sandbags are much better than the "poor man's" homemade Home Depot sandbag What exactly is DVRT and why it is not necessarily just "sandbag training" Josh shares what type of feedback he's experienced from trainers and trainees over the years, compared to other types of training that features sandbags and other training implements How much of Josh's own training is based on sandbag training How does training with Josh's DVRT translate to other training goals such as powerlifting, olympic lifting, football, etc. and how DVRT can help athletes improve in those areas Josh shares how much inspiration he received from Brooks Kubik's writings on sandbag training and how what he created is different What are the common problems Josh sees in the kettlebell community andh ow does his DVRT system serve as a compliment to kettlebell training How are sandbags ideal for rotational movement, compared to other training implements How do Ultimate sandbags compare to Bulgarian bags and why the rotational movements are different Why the ultimate sandbag is the perfect tool to carry on any trip, no matter what the weight Why is the ultimate sandbag a highly favored training tool in countries such as Japan Why is the ultimate sandbag system is not as popular in the Crossfit community What was Josh's response to his Ultimate Sandbag system being feature on The Biggest Loser, as well as how his system has been received by the general population What does Josh & the character Keller from the TV show "Oz" have in common, and how was an incident in the restroom w/ Steve Maxwell connected by this comparison Josh shares his opinions of the current RKC, and what he likes and what changes he would still like to see in the organization All this and much more:Listen and download at http://strengthbymahler.com or http://newwarriortraining.com. or subscribe, download, rate & review us at:iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/live-life-aggressively-podcast/id646524617 Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=34706&refid=stprAlso, be sure to "like" and connect with us on our Facebook fan page at http://facebook.com/llapodcast.

Lisa Balash (http://kettlebellbombshell.com) is a former fitness competitor turned kettlebell sport athlete, kettlebell instructor, as well as highly sought-after social media health & fitness influencer. Lisa prides herself as an athlete who is not only in her mid 40's, stays fit year round via healthy lifestyle habits, but also, via her Kettlebell Bombshell training system, trains women to look like women and trains men to be strong and lean. Lisa joins Mike & Sincere to discuss the following: What came first, in terms of fit women in long socks and short shorts: Lisa or Crossfit? Why you should be weary of most of the big box gym trainers who claim to be certified in kettlebells What is a more efficient double kettlebell technique for athletes with shorter legs, longer arms, or even a combination of both Why world champion and top kettlebell instructor Valery Fedorenko would be the ideal employee at Home Depot Why top kettlebell lifters such as Valery Fedorenko, Sergey Rudnev, and Marty Farrell prove that the key to high level kettlebell lifting is all about technique, no matter what size you are How to use kettlebell sport accolades to get out of the "friend zone" Sincere shares how he first met Lisa, while she was in her underwear? Why did Lisa leave kettlebell sport and eventually returned Lisa shares the dirty little secrets of anabolic abuse and eating disorders of the female bodybuiding and fitness competition world, that those "Monday Motivation" fitness memes don't tell you Why more women in the West are favoring double kettlebell training Why wearing a weight vest or adding weight while sprinting does not improve your sprinting technique Why P90x and chiropractors are a business match made in heaven How your favorite female fitness competitors may trade one eating disorder for another Why the fitness competition industry is the epitome of why being fit does not equate being healthy When bringing "sexy back" may not be the most optimal for men dating many female fitness competitors How does Sincere deal with "down low" male social media followers How is Lisa currently involved with #FitFluential and Men's Health Magazine How Mike became the "Scorpion King" in bed All this and much more:Listen and download at http://strengthbymahler.com or http://newwarriortraining.com. or subscribe, download, rate & review us at:iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/live-life-aggressively-podcast/id646524617 Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=34706&refid=stprAlso, be sure to "like" and connect with us on our Facebook fan page at http://facebook.com/llapodcast.

Dr. William Wong (http://naturalhealthpodcasts.com & http://totalityofbeing.com ) is a Classical Naturopath, a PhD. Exercise Physiologist, Texas State Naturopathic Medical Association professional member, Certified Athletic Trainer (AATA), Certified Sports Medicine Trainer (ASMA), World Sports Medicine Hall of Fame member, World Martial Arts Hall of Fame member, Old Rite Catholic Priest and Health/Fitness Consultant. Having more than 25 years of professional experience in natural health as applied to sports medicine and rehabilitation, with the last 15 devoted almost exclusively to chronic fatigue, fibroid diseases (ie: fibromyalgia, uterine fibroids, fibrocystic breasts, etc.) sexual health and fertility. Dr. Wong taught Physical Medicine at the South West College of Naturopathic Medicine. His shorter writings have appeared in such diverse magazines as G.Q., Black Belt, Survival Guide, The Townsend Letter for Doctors and Well Being Journal. In 1993, Dr. Wong was inducted into the Martial Arts Hall of Fame as Wing Chun Kung Fu Instructor of the Year. In 2004, after 37 years in the Martial Arts, Dr. Wong achieved the rank of Grand Master from the Soke (Grand Master's) Council and was awarded a Doctor of Philosophy in Martial Arts. Dr. Wong has been a guest on over 1000 national and local radio programs, as well as appearing on the nationally acclaimed PBS series Healthy Living hosted by Jane Seymour and Heartbeat of America hosted by William Shatner. Using a blend of movement, nutrition, exercise and spirituality, Dr. Wong specializes in developing programs for longevity and virility to help people overcome the effects of aging and the after effects of chronic debilitating conditions. Dr. Wong explains what systemic enzymes really are and why they are important to your health What are the benefits of systemic enzymes for hard training athletes Dr. Wong describes how systemic enzymes can benefit diabetics & Sincere shares how they have helped his certain members get their morning blood sugar numbers under control How does fish oil, turmeric, Omega 3s and other popular anti-inflammatory supplementation compare to systemic enzymes Why juicing or attempting to get the necessary amount of enzymes from foods may not be sufficient What is the best protocol to take systemic enzymes for maximum benefits What prompted Dr. Wong to create his own formulation of systemic enzymes Dr. Wong shares what are the best systemic enzymes on the market, other than his or Mike's What part of the world has the best enzyme production in the world Why Dr. Wong would take an doctor trained in India over an American/Ivy league trained doctor any day Dr. Wong weighs in on the debate between traditional medicine vs. natural medicine Why is Dr. Wong a big proponent of the use of the sex hormone progesterone, even in men Dr. Wong shares his experience as a bodybuilder, Sergio Olivia, and Lou Ferrigno Why building a good amount of muscle tissue is highly important, as one goes into their 50s, 60s, and beyond How polyunsaturated fats negatively affect the brain Why is coffee so beneficial to the brain What is a coffee alternative for those with adverse reactions to caffeine and are there any benefits to decaffeinated coffee What was the real reason why Andro was pulled from the shelves What does Dr. Wong suggest for estrogen control and when is the best time to take them All this and much more:Listen and download at http://strengthbymahler.com or http://newwarriortraining.com. or subscribe, download, rate & review us at:iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/live-life-aggressively-podcast/id646524617 Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=34706&refid=stprAlso, be sure to "like" and connect with us on our Facebook fan page at http://facebook.com/llapodcast.

Top strength coach Steve Maxwell (http://maxwellsc.com) returns for a very candid and transparent discussion on our special edition 2 part chat on the Live Life Aggressively podcast. If you enjoyed pt.1 (ep.#77....listen to it right now, if you missed it), then you're really going to enjoy pt.2, as we discuss the following: Steve looks back at the early days of the RKC and how he feels about it now At what point did Steve feel the early days of the RKC became an unhealthy environment When & why almost any training program (even the bad ones) will work What does Steve think of the new standout coaches of the RKC, such as Al Kavadlo & Josh Henkin What is the de facto exercise Steve refers to as a test for body composition How Steve is like the Larry King of the fitness industry After 5 decades of training, what are the fitness trends that stand out the most to Steve, including the good and bad Steve shares his opinions of the TRX Steve discusses training for strength vs. "demonstrating" for strength & how many trainees (& coaches) confuse the two Steve shares his daily health regimen in order to maintain longevity Steve, Mike, & Sincere share tips on how to deal with the rude airplane passengers who recline their seats into your lap Steve discusses how doing this one thing on the floor can help determine your risk factors for deteriorating health Why is Steve a fan of ferrets and what you can learn from them What Steve learned from the Okinawans in terms of the 80% rule & why that diet regimen may be a lot harder to adhere to in the West Why the quote "Feed a cold, starve a fever" is totally wrong What's Steve's advice for eating at buffets All this and much more:Listen and download at http://strengthbymahler.com or http://newwarriortraining.com. or subscribe, download, rate & review us at:iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/live-life-aggressively-podcast/id646524617 Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=34706&refid=stprAlso, be sure to "like" and connect with us on our Facebook fan page at http://facebook.com/llapodcast.

Steve Maxwell (http://maxwellsc.com) is an American fitness coach, physical educator, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu instructor, and was named one of the top 100 trainers in the USA by Men's Journal. Steve is noted as the first man to teach kettlebell classes in the United States. Steve's career as a strength & conditioning coach stretches from training professional athletes including players for the Phillies, Dodgers, and Eagles, to working with various US Government agencies, including the DEA, Secret Service, and FBI, as well as many Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academies throughout the U.S.. Maxwell travels around the world leading seminars in strength conditioning, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, kettlebells, and joint mobility. As we celebrate our 1 year anniversary of the launch of the Live Life Aggressively podcast, what better way to kick off a new year than with one of our most requested guests. This is part 1 of a two part chat with Steve. During this first episode we discuss the following: What prompted Steve to give up a traditional America lifestyle for a freedom business & living a life without a permanent address What motivated Steve to once live in a tee pee...yes....a tee pee Why Steve never uses a roller-suitcase & how what alternative is used to model his lifestyle What you can learn from Steve on utilizing social media to effectively build your business Steve shares how he's created a lifestyle freedom business How does Steve keep his nutrition on point and stay in shape, while constantly traveling Steve shares his experience in training with the legendary Gracie family What did Steve learn directly from the Gracie's in terms of nutrition Steve shares how his training has evolved over the years How did Steve first discover and gravitate to kettlebells Steve discusses how he, Pavel Tsatsouline, John Du Cane, & even Ori Hofmekler first met up, during the planning phase of creating the RKC What is Steve's advice to adding kettlebells to various forms of martial arts training What type of strength training does Steve recommend as an anti-aging tool Why has Steve been a big proponent of joint mobility Steve shares his views on the good and bad of Crossfit & how a lot of Crossfit box owners get it wrong Steve weighs in on Crossfit founder Greg Glassman All this and much more:Listen and download at http://strengthbymahler.com or http://newwarriortraining.com. or subscribe, download, rate & review us at:iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/live-life-aggressively-podcast/id646524617 Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=34706&refid=stprAlso, be sure to "like" and connect with us on our Facebook fan page at http://facebook.com/llapodcast.

Ep.#76: Mike and Sincere share tips on recovery ad injury prevention, as well as how the beer industry has been lying to so many men for years. Also, find out why and when is the best time to upgrade to first class, for your next flight. Plus, find out what would make Mike wear a burka, as well as what you should know the next time you see Mike chilling next a public pool in Las Vegas. All of this and much much is on this week's episode, plus the following: When is the best time to include recovery in your training program What injury has Sincere on the shelf, at the moment, and what you can learn from his experience Mike & Sincere weigh in on the recent Jon Jones vs. Glover Teixeira UFC match up & predict what's next for the champ Why the beer commercials are fooling men, while slowing turning them into women What's the key ingredient needed to make your beer more manly Tips on scoring first class seats on your next flight & what's really going on behind the 1st class curtain A message to people with multiple gym memberships, as well as a garage full of cars What happens when you mix Mike Mahler, dark sunglasses, a book, and the Palms casino swimming pool What's the only event that would prompt Mike to wear a burka What supplement aids in recovery, as well as promotes lucid dreaming and the "Inception" effect How you can buck Obamacare and order your own blood work, at home How you can grab the remaining spots for the Live Life Aggressively Summit in September Links & Resources Mentioned in The Show: 1. Releasing Pro - http://antiaging-systems.com 2. http://woodlandessence.com All this and much more: Listen and download at http://strengthbymahler.com or http://newwarriortraining.com. or subscribe, download, rate & review us at: iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/live-life-aggressively-podcast/id646524617 Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=34706&refid=stpr Also, be sure to "like" and connect with us on our Facebook fan page at http://facebook.com/llapodcast.