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For full shownotes, Ben's free newsletter and helpful episode links & resources, push the little "e" button on the lower right side. A few weeks ago, I experienced a personal revelation. A revelation that has totally changed my workouts and the way I feel when I'm exercising. And it all comes down to breathing. Do you know how to breathe the right way when you're working out? It may seem trivial, but learned how to breathe properly [...] The post The Zen of "The Zone" - How To Breathe The Right Way When You're Working Out. appeared first on Ben Greenfield Fitness.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 30, 2013 Podcast: Is too much nut butter bad for you, why you wake up during the night, how to get rid of food cravings, do collagen supplements work, natural remedies for seasonal allergies, and are there exercise benefits to alcohol? Click To Subscribe To All Ben's Fitness Tips & Get A Free Surprise Gift From Ben.   Have a podcast question for Ben? Click the tab on the right side of this page, call 1-877-209-9439, Skype “pacificfit” or (if you hate the sound of your own voice) scroll down to the “Ask Ben” form. Please don't forget to give the podcast a comment/ranking in iTunes - it only takes a minute and you could WIN A PRIZE! ----------------------------------------------------- News Flashes: To get these and a few other illuminating news flashes each and every week, follow Ben on Twitter.com/BenGreenfield, Facebook.com/BGFitness and Google+. *PARADIGM BUSTER*: Less GI distress in ultra runners with higher fat intake during race. Yes, your body can make storage glycogen out of fatty acids. Yet another reason to eat fermented foods - their potent fat burning effect. ----------------------------------------------------- Special Announcements: If you're looking for a topic we covered in the past - we have released the Ben Greenfield Fitness Top Hits, Vol. 1. Including: 1. The Benefits of Fish vs. Fish Oil 2. The Best Ways to Stop Hair Loss 3. Increase Your Hematocrit & Oxygen Levels 4. Strengthen Your Immune System & Shorten the Duration of a Cold 5. Top 10 Ways to Boost Libido 6. Get Rid of Migraines Naturally 7. Become a Curvaceous, Lean, Ripped Female Athlete Without Destroying Your Health 8. Stop Side Stitches as Fast as Possible 9. Is It Possible for a Vegan to Be a Healthy Endurance Athlete 10. How Much Water Do You Really Need to Drink Each Day 2013 Thailand Triathlon Adventure with Ben Greenfield - details at pacificfit.net. Essentials of Triathlon Workshop with Ben Greenfield - Saturday, May 18, 2013 in Stamford, Connecticut. In this private clinic you’ll discover everything you need to know about how to maximize your triathlon success, including Ben’s top secrets, tips and tricks to save time, get the most bang-for-your-training buck, and ensure your body, health and hormones are optimized for endurance. Location: Stamford, Connecticut. - Hour 1: Essentials of Triathlon Fueling + Nutrition Q&A - Hour 2: Essentials of Triathlon Training + Workout Q&A Registration: May 1-17: $50, At-Door Registration: $60. Reserve your spot now. Space is limited! ----------------------------------------------------- Listener Q&A: As compiled, edited and sometimes read by Brock, the Ben Greenfield Fitness Podcast "sidekick". Nutbutter says @ 00:19:28 She is a 20-something year old vegan distance runner who is wondering what role you think nut butters play in the diet of a vegan athlete. Lately she has been over-eating the Whole Foods brand cashew butter (that contains safflower oil). Do you think nut butter is necessary for a vegan athlete's nutrition? How healthy do you consider them to be? ~ In my response, I mention raw, organic nut butter. Overactive Bladder says @ 00:27:31 She will brush her teeth, go pee and head to bed but after about 15 minutes she has to get up and pee again. Then she will wake up again in 3-4 hours and have to pee again. She had a cross-country running coach that told her "if you're not waking up in the night needing to go to the bathroom, you're not hydrated enough" and she things maybe that stuck with her. She drinks a lot of water, spaced out during the day, not specifically before bed and never has this type of urgency during the day. ~ In my response, I mention these sleep resources: Sleep Pack, Sleep Add-Ons, Sleep Gear. Jeremy says @ 00:35:52 When he eats, he tries to get in a good amount of fats, protein and carbs - for good nutrition - but as soon as he finishes eating, and onward between meals, he is always craving all types of food. Sugary or salty. And he usually gives in to the cravings. He takes Chromium but that only helps with the sugar cravings. ~ In my response, I mention Metametrix ION profile for micronutrient testing, Is being hungry bad, and also the follow helpful carb craving resources: -VIDEO: 5 Powerful Calorie Control Tricks To Help You Eat Less Food. -VIDEO: 5 Ways To Suppress Your Appetite Without Taking Any Special Pills or Capsules. -PODCAST: How To Stop Carbohydrate Cravings In Their Tracks. -PODCAST: Inner Circle Free Episode: How To Stop Sugar & Carbohydrate Cravings In Their Tracks. -ARTICLE: A Simple Six-Step System for Eliminating Food Cravings. -ARTICLE: How To Fight Candy Cravings. Steven asks @ 00:45:28 He would like to know more about collagen supplements for joints and ligaments - specifically Type 2 Collagen. What do the studies say about it being absorbed? Is it helpful? How regularly do you need to take it? He is 49 and he likes working out. He is hoping this will help with overall tendon and ligament strength. ~ In my response, I mention Capraflex, also bioactive collagen peptides, and great lakes gelatin. Tom says @ 00:49:33 Every memorial day weekend he does a camping trip near a river and the pollen and mold kills his allergies. His nose gets congested and his eyes water. He has tried over the counter remedies but those don't mix well with adult beverages (put him down for the count). What would you recommend he do. ~ I recommend magnesium, vitamin C, and this podcast with Dr. David Minkoff on kids, asthma and allergies. Brandon asks @ 00:55:18 I recently started brewing beer at home, and wanted to know if there are any health benefits to non pasteurized brew. On the same note, I lift weights regularly and have heard alcohol is detrimental to muscle hypertrophy. I don't drink every day and when I do it's usually only one or two beers. And don't forget to go to BenGreenfieldFitness.com/love ! Prior to asking your question, do a search in upper right hand corner of this website for the keywords associated with your question. Many of the questions we receive have already been answered here at Ben Greenfield Fitness! Podcast music from 80s Fitness (Reso Remix) by KOAN Sound. Buy this track now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    You can get mild cold stress and enhance metabolic burn with below 80 degrees Fahrenheit cold immersion (60-80 is ideal temp) and below 60F in air (32-60 is ideal temp). No ice baths or freezers required! Ray Cronise is a passionate innovator and scientist. Always seeking new ways of looking at old problems, Ray has applied his talents in a number of capacities ranging from academic research and development to creative sales and marketing. In 1993, he co-founded Zero Gravity Corporation with Peter Diamandis and Byron Lichtenberg, thus creating the first private parabolic flight operation. To date, Zero-G has flown hundreds of parabolic flights, allowing over 10,000 people to experience weightlessness. Learn more at hypothermics.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  Have a race, event, Ironman triathlon or anything else coming up? I’d reconsider blue cheese and other “moldy” foods in your build-up – here’s a few: sour cream, buttermilk and sour milk; cured, pickled and smoked meats and fish; prepackaged meats, like lunch meats, salami, smoked fish and some sardines; pickles, olives, capers, salad dressing or ketchup; vinegar and soy sauce. I’m not saying always completely ‘em – but nuke ‘em in final few important weeks of performance – and that would include moldy hotel room coffee too. Dave Asprey is the founder of The Bulletproof Executive. He is a Silicon Valley investor, computer security expert, and entrepreneur who spent 15 years and $250,000 to hack his own biology. He upgraded his brain by >20 IQ points, lowered his biological age, and lost 100 lbs without using calories or exercise. The Financial Times calls him a “bio-hacker who takes self- quantification to the extreme of self-experimentation.” His writing has been published by the New York Times and Fortune, and he’s presented at Wharton, Kellogg, the University of California, and Singularity University. Check out Dave's Upgraded Self website for more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

April 24, 2013 Podcast: Electronic cigarette health, the best sleeping position, how to recover from pneumonia, exercising in pollution, how to make bulletproof coffee, when to use olive oil and when to use coconut oil, and supplements for beta cells. Click To Subscribe To All Ben's Fitness Tips & Get A Free Surprise Gift From Ben. Have a podcast question for Ben? Click the tab on the right side of this page, call 1-877-209-9439, Skype “pacificfit” or (if you hate the sound of your own voice) scroll down to the “Ask Ben” form. Please don't forget to give the podcast a comment/ranking in iTunes - it only takes a minute and it helps grow our healthy and fit community! ----------------------------------------------------- News Flashes: To get these and a few other illuminating news flashes each and every week, follow Ben on Twitter.com/BenGreenfield, Facebook.com/BGFitness and Google+. Another good reason NOT to static stretch before your workout. If you have the choice to run in sand vs. running in grass, sand is better for getting fitter. Of note to those concerned about low carb diets/glycogen stores, protein does indeed replace glycogen stores. ----------------------------------------------------- Special Announcements: If you're looking for a topic we covered in the past - we have released the Ben Greenfield Fitness Top Hits, Vol. 1. Including: 1. The Benefits of Fish vs. Fish Oil 2. The Best Ways to Stop Hair Loss 3. Increase Your Hematocrit & Oxygen Levels 4. Strengthen Your Immune System & Shorten the Duration of a Cold 5. Top 10 Ways to Boost Libido 6. Get Rid of Migraines Naturally 7. Become a Curvaceous, Lean, Ripped Female Athlete Without Destroying Your Health 8. Stop Side Stitches as Fast as Possible 9. Is It Possible for a Vegan to Be a Healthy Endurance Athlete 10. How Much Water Do You Really Need to Drink Each Day 2013 Thailand Triathlon Adventure with Ben Greenfield - details at pacificfit.net. Ask Ben Anything About Minimalist Triathlon Training - Saturday April 27, 6pm PDT. Go to BenGreenfieldFitness.com/innercircle to get your Spreecast access. Essentials of Triathlon Workshop with Ben Greenfield - Saturday, May 18, 2013 in Stamford, Connecticut. In this private clinic you’ll discover everything you need to know about how to maximize your triathlon success, including Ben’s top secrets, tips and tricks to save time, get the most bang-for-your-training buck, and ensure your body, health and hormones are optimized for endurance. Location: Stamford, Connecticut. - Hour 1: Essentials of Triathlon Fueling + Nutrition Q&A - Hour 2: Essentials of Triathlon Training + Workout Q&A Registration: Early bird (by May 1): $40, May 1-17: $50, At-Door Registration: $60. Reserve your spot now. Space is limited! ----------------------------------------------------- Listener Q&A: As compiled, edited and sometimes read by Brock, the Ben Greenfield Fitness Podcast "sidekick". Anne asks @ 00:22:56 She is wondering if there could be any negative effects associated with second hand "smoke" from electronic cigarettes? Her boss smokes them around her all the time in enclosed areas. Anonymous asks @ 00:28:17 Which sleeping position - back, side or stomach - is the best for rest and recovery for athletes? ~ In my response I mention Esther Gokhale's book: 8 Steps To A Pain-Free Back, this study and a previous podcast we did on the best mattress. James says @ 00:36:04 Recently came down with pneumonia which has killed his race season and has been warned to take it easy and give himself time to heal. He has finished a course of on antibiotics and then immediately started taking probiotics, oil of oregano and fish oil. His biggest issue right now is his lung capacity and shortness of breath. He wants to know what he can do to get healthy as quickly as possible. ~ This question is answered in part by a track from the iTunes album Ben Greenfield Fitness Top Hits, Vol. 1. Julius asks @ 00:50:23 His nephew recently moved from Indiana to Beijing. Can you recommend what to do when you are an outdoor runner who lives in a highly polluted city like Beijing or Hong Kong? ~ In my response, I recommend Dr. Todd's antioxidants talk at Superhuman Live event, the podcast episode How Your Cells Talk To Each Other, and LifeShotz. David asks @ 01:04:34 He recently switched from Olive Oil to Coconut Oil for most of his cooking and is wondering how much he should be consuming. He is mixing about a tablespoon into his morning cappuccino - is that too much? He is also wondering about the smoke point. He has read that Olive and Coconut Oil have about the same smoke point. Is that true? ~ In my response, I reference this smoke point chart, Nutive extra virgin coconut oil,  and also bulletproof coffee. Jim asks @ 01:16:56 Ben talks about using supplements to maintain low blood sugar and promote liver health but are there any supplements that support the pancreas and help maintain healthy beta cells. ~ In my response to Jim, I recommend MPX100 and Thermofactor. Prior to asking your question, do a search in upper right hand corner of this website for the keywords associated with your question. Many of the questions we receive have already been answered here at Ben Greenfield Fitness!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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April 18, 2013 Podcast: Lasik eye surgery for sports performance, natural remedies for restless leg syndrome, how to get rid of side stitches, can blood sugar go up during exercise, which artificial sweeteners are good, and is bench press bad for your shoulders? Click To Subscribe To All Ben's Fitness Tips & Get A Free Surprise Gift From Ben In the opening we talk about Ben's Vietnam Race Report. Have a podcast question for Ben? Click the tab on the right side of this page, call 1-877-209-9439, Skype “pacificfit” or (if you hate the sound of your own voice) scroll down to the “Ask Ben” form. Please don't forget to give the podcast a comment/ranking in iTunes - it only takes a minute and it helps grow our healthy and fit community! ----------------------------------------------------- News Flashes: To get these and other interesting news flashes every week, follow Ben on Twitter.com/BenGreenfield, Facebook.com/BGFitness and Google+. Here's why we generally use coconut flour instead of almond flour. The "4-2-4" sleep cycle. Do you do this or have you tried it? Red light therapy for enhancing endurance performance…anybody use red light? ----------------------------------------------------- Special Announcements: If you're looking for an easy way to find a past podcast topic - we have released the Ben Greenfield Fitness Top Hits, Vol. 1. Including: 1. The Benefits of Fish vs. Fish Oil 2. The Best Ways to Stop Hair Loss 3. Increase Your Hematocrit & Oxygen Levels 4. Strengthen Your Immune System & Shorten the Duration of a Cold 5. Top 10 Ways to Boost Libido 6. Get Rid of Migraines Naturally 7. Become a Curvaceous, Lean, Ripped Female Athlete Without Destroying Your Health 8. Stop Side Stitches as Fast as Possible 9. Is It Possible for a Vegan to Be a Healthy Endurance Athlete 10. How Much Water Do You Really Need to Drink Each Day The entire “Become Superhuman” experience - was recorded in HD video, along with convenient .mp3 audio downloads, slides, and convenient ”take-away” notes, and your all-access pass (which never expires and which you can use whenever and wherever you want, as many times as you’d like) is now available for instant download. Thailand Adventure Trip - November 24-December 1, 2013, to reserve your spot, e-mail ben@bengreenfieldfitness.com Get Ben's brand new "Essential Guide To Becoming Superhuman" - at superhumancoach.com Upcoming Spreecasts - go to BenGreenfieldFitness.com/innercircle to get access: April 27, Saturday, 6pm PST: "Ask Ben Anything About Minimalist Triathlon Training" and April 20 - Adrenal Exhaustion at superhumancoach.com Go to AudiblePodcast.com/ben - to get an audiobook of your choice, free, with a 30-day trial. With your membership, you will receive one credit every month, good for any audiobook on Audible. Saturday, May 18, 2013: “Essentials of Triathlon Workshop with Ben Greenfield” - Stamford, Connecticut. In this private clinic you’ll discover everything you need to know about how to maximize your triathlon success, including Ben’s top secrets, tips and tricks to save time, get the most bang-for-your-training buck, and ensure your body, health and hormones are optimized for endurance. Location: Stamford, Connecticut. - Hour 1: Essentials of Triathlon Fueling + Nutrition Q&A - Hour 2: Essentials of Triathlon Training + Workout Q&A Registration: Early bird (by May 1): $40, May 1-17: $50, At-Door Registration: $60. Reserve your spot now. Space is limited! ----------------------------------------------------- Listener Q&A: As compiled, edited and sometimes read by Brock, the Ben Greenfield Fitness Podcast "sidekick". Craig asks @ 00:32:38 After listening to the interview with Dr Cobb, he was wondering if Lasik (laser) Eye surgery might positively effect performance. ~ In my response to Craig, I mention the Z-Health interview and the Bates Method. Ian asks @ 00:42:27 His father has Restless Legs. Every night when he goes to bed his legs and shoulders twitch. He doesn't take any supplements but he does have lowish thyroid. Would like to know what he should be eating or taking. Could this be an inflammatory issue? ~ In my response, I recommend: Magnesium lotion, Floradix, Full spectrum antioxidant with Vitamin C and E, such as LifeShotz, Bitter melon extract, Valerian Root, Folic acid, Near Infrared, and Fish oil.     Sidestitch says @ 00:53:10 She gets a left sided stitch when she drinks more than 4oz of water on a long run (she also gets an annoying sloshing feeling) and also at the end of shorter more intense sessions, if she has eaten less than 2 hours before. What's up with that and how can she stop it? Also, is there an easy way to find topics that have been covered on past podcasts? ~ This response can be found as part of the Ben Greenfield Fitness Top Hits, Vol. 1. Jim says @ 01:13:17 He is 46 years old and has been performing fasted workouts for the last 25 years. Lately he has been keeping an eye on his glucose levels due to a fasted glucose test of 129 and an A1C of 4.8. He noticed that during his hard fasted workouts his blood glucose increases up to 35 points. He has increased his cinnamon intake, is only eating carbs after workouts and is supporting his liver with bitter melon. He is curious if there is a way of quantifying that 35 point rise in terms of calories released by the liver. ~ In my response to Jim, I mention bitter melon extract. Katie asks @ 01:19:50 She knows there are a lot of artificial sweeteners in low carb products and would like to know the pros and cons of them. She also likes to drink tea and chew gum during her morning fasts and would like to know how artificial sweeteners can effect fasting. ~ In my response, I mention this B-Fresh gum. Matthew says @ 01:27:29On a previous podcast you mentioned that you are not a fan of the bench press and is wondering if you could expound on that and if you could suggest some alternatives. Prior to asking your question, do a search in upper right hand corner of this website for the keywords associated with your question. Many of the questions we receive have already been answered here at Ben Greenfield Fitness!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For full shownotes, Ben's free newsletter and helpful episode links & resources, push the little "e" button on the lower right side. On my way back from Vietnam and a recent finish in the Laguna Lang Co Triathlon (a must-visit race for any triathlon travelers out there), I'm bringing you this special podcast episode with Dean Dwyer. Who is Dean Dwyer? Dean is the author of the book, blog and the podcast all of the same name: [...] The post How To "Make Shift Happen" In Your Life - A Special Podcast Episode With Dean Dwyer appeared first on Ben Greenfield Fitness.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For full shownotes, Ben's free newsletter and helpful episode links & resources, push the little "e" button on the lower right side. A couple months ago, I published an extremely controversial guest article: "Is Fiber Bad For You? The Top 12 Myths And The Real Truth About Whether Fiber Is Killing Your Insides." 96 comments later, it still seems some confusion persists about exactly how much fiber to eat, where to get your fiber, and whether fiber [...] The post How Much Fiber To Eat, Where To Get Your Fiber, And Is Fiber *Really* Killing Your Insides? appeared first on Ben Greenfield Fitness.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this podcast, Ben Greenfield interviews Dr. Eric Cobb from ZHealth. They discuss the concept of ZHealth and its application in strengthening the nervous system, enhancing muscle and brain communication, and improving performance. They also explore the importance of the visual and vestibular systems, as well as the connection between breathing, brain inflammation, and pain management. Additionally, they talk about the Z-Health certification program, its applicability, and efforts to make the information more accessible. Finally, they provide tips for strengthening the nervous system, including breathing exercises, anti-inflammatory diet processes, and visual system breaks.