Boundless Life

Click to Subscribe to All Ben's Fitness & Get A Free Surprise Gift from Ben. Do you have a future podcast question for Ben? Scroll down on this post to access the free "Ask Ben" form...   In this March 16, 2011 free audio episode: An interview with Dr. Two Fingers, how soon to exercise after vasectomy, fish smelling body odor, maintaining run fitness with limited time, is high blood creatine bad, adrenal fatigue sodium intake, pain in a screwed ankle, runner's knee, effects of fat deprivation and does drinking milk lower testosterone? Remember, if you have any trouble listening, downloading, or transferring to your mp3 player just e-mail ben@bengreenfieldfitness.com. And don't forget to leave the podcast a ranking in iTunes - it only takes 2 minutes of your time and helps grow our healthy community! Just click here to go to our iTunes page and leave feedback. Scroll down to donate anything over $15 to the show, and Ben will send you a BenGreenfieldFitness.com t-shirt...you can also conveniently donate any amount with your phone by simply clicking here. --------------------------------------------------------------- Featured Topic: "Dr. Two Fingers" Reveals His Teeth-Gritting, Body-Healing Secrets." In this podcast, I interview Dr. Craig Buhler, who invented the Advanced Muscle Integration Technique (AMIT). In our talk, Dr. Buhler, also know as "Dr. Two Fingers" in Tim Ferriss's book "4-Hour Body", explains how he can make injuries and issues that have nagged the body for as long as decades, completely disappear with special techniques - and also how his technique can keep acute injuries from becoming long term problems. ----------------------------------------------------- Special Announcements -The new BenGreenfieldFitness Android phone app is here and it's free. Click here to grab it now! (or click here for the iPhone version). -You can now shop at the BenGreenfieldFitness Facebook page! Click here to visit now. If you post a comment and link about this on your page, then let me know by leaving a comment on the BenGreenfieldFitness Facebook page, I will send you a $20 coupon for anything there! -Interested in advertising on the BenGreenfieldFitness podcast or blog? 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First Name Last Name Email Cell # (1+area code)   --------------------------------------------------------------- Listener Q&A: ====================================== [contact-form 3 "AskBen"] ====================================== Richard asks: I am thinking of having a vasectomy and wondered if you had any information concerning recovery. I have entered a number of triathlons/duathlons this summer and I am concerned about how long the operation may put me off my bike? Jennifer asks: When my husband sweats a lot after or during working out, he starts to smell fishy. It does not happen all of the time but does happen often. He says that the fish smell happens when he takes certain supplements, such as Omega 3s or fish oil. Therefore, he does not take any such supplements. He also thinks there may be something in his post workout EAS Myoplex protein shake that could contribute to the smell. However, I have noticed that the smell still happens when he does not have the shake or any fish oil supplements and wonder if you know why and could offer any solutions. Michael asks: Quick question for you on ultra-running. I am currently in Afghanistan, trying to keep up my running in preperation for Leadville 100 and Wasatch 100 this year. With very limited time/area to run, what do you suggest for a running regime that will maintain fitness for these ultra's when I get back 3 weeks before Leadville? I do have access to treadmills, ellipticals and any kind of weight lifting equipment/machines. Currently I'm logging a 10 mile run each morning along with doing upper body weight training and lower body weight training 6 days a week (3 upper/3 lower). Also, there is a ton of dust over here, what is a good way to protect against inhaling all the dust, especially when I am forced to run while being passed by convoy's every morning? Gerry de Ocampo asks: Hi Ben, I just recently turned 45 (male) and have been a triathlete for about two years. About three years ago I led mainly a sedentary lifestyle, was overweight (i.e. 260+ pounds, body fat 34%) at 5'8". Now I'm lean, about 175-179#, and 8% body fat. I've had excellent lab results on my blood work the last three years that I've been fit, but I've noticed in the last two physical exams when I have been an endurance athlete that my BUN to creatine ratio is slightly higher than normal range (9-20). This year the ratio was 28 and last year it was 27. I know you're not a doctor, but what do you know about this ratio and its significance to athletes? I've heard that athletes have a higher ratio? Does it mean I'm not eliminating urea efficiently from my body? Cindy asks: I am training for a few olympic triathlons this summer and have just been diagnosed with Adrenal Fatigue. I was suffering with a lot of muscle weakness and my CPK was slightly high. After taking some naturopathic supplements and cutting back on my training the muscle weakness isn't as bad but I still get periods of extreme fatigue throughout the day where I have to lie down for 15-30 minutes (usually late afternoon). My doctor (not an athlete) said if I'm tired, don't exercise or switch to yoga. I want to heal my body but I also want to continue on with my training. Any advice? Also I heard that people with adrenal fatigue have to be careful about bananas, sports drink or supplements that have too much potassium because it throws the sodium balance off. Is this true? Gallup asks: I broke my talus about fifteen years ago water skiing. Got it screwed and it is near 100% since. I do get pretty sore in the area every time I go for a long run. Soreness can be in/on any of the ligaments around the lateral side of the joint. I take ibuprofen and topical ketoprofen and sometimes ice. What would you recommend for an injury like this? Alberto asks: I have a concern about my knee. On Nov 2010 I did my first 70.3. 6 miles into the run my knee started to hurt a lot. Although I finished the race limping, I couldn't bend the knee for 3 days. The pain is behind the left patella and after several exams the doctors said I have a multiloculated synovial cyst which is located medial to the medial head of the gastrocnemius muscle bundle, with minimal joint fluid and a chondral softening within the lateral patella facet without a focal high-grade chondral defect (I have to add that all my ligaments, muscles and meniscus are intact). Have you heard of this certain type of condition on triathletes? I don't want to give up my Ironman dream this year... can you recommend me any type of solution or recommendation, since the doctors couldn't really give me a solution for what I have. Greg asks: Do you know of the possible adverse effects of long term fat deprivation? I did this for a two year period and now my energy regulation is completely screwed- frequently weak, irritable, headache and poor concentration. Blood glucose levels are consistently within the normal ranges and so Endocrinologists have told me there is nothing they can do. The only things that decrease the symptoms are: hot weather, intense high heart rate exercise and eating complete meals; protein and fat saturated carbs. Paul Glendinning asks: I have recently started training quite heavily (for triathlon) doing a mix of weight loss (your pre-breakfast fasting easy CV 3 mornings), weight training 2 mornings, and the triathlon specific training in the evenings. I recently heard that training too much can lead to a drop in testosterone. One way to bump the testosterone is to take Zinc and B6 vitamin. However, I drink alot of milk and I also heard that the Calcium in the milk degrades the effect of the Zinc, possibly effecting my recovery so my question is, is this true, as I really like milk, but was thinking of giving it up for lent, but I know milk is good for you. Also for info I would be slightly asthmatic so am wary about milk causing a build up of mucus on my chest. -------------------------------------------- Remember, if you have any trouble listening, downloading, or transferring to your mp3 player just e-mail ben@bengreenfieldfitness.com And don't forget to leave the podcast a ranking in iTunes - it only takes 2 minutes of your time and helps grow our healthy community! Just click here to go to our iTunes page and leave feedback. Brand new - get insider VIP tips and discounts from Ben - conveniently delivered directly to your phone! Just complete the information below... 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Click to Subscribe to All Ben's Fitness & Get A Free Surprise Gift from Ben. Do you have a future podcast question for Ben? Scroll down on this post to access the free "Ask Ben" form...   Arthur De Vany, pictured above, is 73 years old and the featured guest in this audio interview. In this March 9, 2011 free audio episode: The New Evolution Diet with Art De Vany, calf swelling from running, difference between branched chain amino acids and protein powder, transfer factors, prolotherapy for back pain, how to run better without running longer, how long to recover from a marathon, xanthan gum and guar gum, alternatives to barbell squats, exercises for becoming a better swimmer. Remember, if you have any trouble listening, downloading, or transferring to your mp3 player just e-mail ben@bengreenfieldfitness.com. And don't forget to leave the podcast a ranking in iTunes - it only takes 2 minutes of your time and helps grow our healthy community! Just click here to go to our iTunes page and leave feedback. Scroll down to donate anything over $15 to the show, and Ben will send you a BenGreenfieldFitness.com t-shirt...you can also conveniently donate any amount with your phone by simply clicking here. --------------------------------------------------------------- Featured Topic: "The New Evolution Diet" With Arthur De Vany In this week's interview, I speak with Arthur De Vany (pictured right) author of The New Evolution Diet: What Our Paleolithic Ancestors Can Teach Us about Weight Loss, Fitness, and Aging. During the interview, Dr. De Vany, also known as the Father of the Paleo Diet, discusses how he keeps his 73 year old body going strong with random workouts and evolutionary diet approaches, and the science behind his program and his book. Click here to check out Arthur De Vany's book "The New Evolution Diet". ----------------------------------------------------- Special Announcements -The new BenGreenfieldFitness Android phone app is here and it's free. Click here to grab it now! (or click here for the iPhone version). -You can now shop at the BenGreenfieldFitness Facebook page! Click here to visit now. If you post a comment and link about this on your page, then let me know by leaving a comment on the BenGreenfieldFitness Facebook page, I will send you a $20 coupon for anything there! -Interested in advertising on the BenGreenfieldFitness podcast or blog? 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First Name Last Name Email Cell # (1+area code)   --------------------------------------------------------------- Listener Q&A: ====================================== [contact-form 3 "AskBen"] ====================================== Kim asks: I have been running for about 3 years approx. 20 miles a week. Over the last 9 months I increased my mileage to about 30 miles a week to train for a 1/2 marathon. When I increased my mileage I began to have swelling in my calves. Really both legs are swollen in a water retention sort of way but the calves are the worst. The swelling does go down but not completely away. After the 1/2 marathon I took a couple months off of running completely and just started running again 3 weeks ago. The swelling/water retention went away when I wasn't running but now is back again. It is worse after sprints. Any thoughts? Kyle Kranz asks: What is the difference between taking a supplement that contains all the essential amino acids (hemp protein in my vegan case) and taking a BCAA supplement? BCAAs are included in the hemp or any other supplements with all of the amino acids, so would a person be better off just taking a full A.A. supplement instead of only BCAAs? In my response to Kyle, I mention Master Amino Pattern, or MAP. pepepacoluis @bengreenfield. Hi Ben. What do you think about the 4life transfer factor products? Mike asks: Ben, I just recently re-listened to podcast 105 in which you interviewed David Minkoff. I have been dealing with a low back issue for over a year now and have tried every conceivable avenue to resolve. Much of the pain started at a time shortly after which I had lowered my stem to get more aerodynamic. I now wonder if I may have strained some ligaments which are the root cause of spasms and other referred pains that I experience when in hip flexion. Have you any thoughts or experience with prolotherapy? Patrick asks: I have a 17 mile loop I like to run and don't want to try to stretch it out any further than that. I've heard several pros never run longer than 16-17 and add intervals to their long runs rather than additional volume. What can I add to my current loop without adding more base volume and without compromising high-end aerobic fitness? Tom asks: I'm running the Boston Marathon on April 18, 2011, and 19 days later doing the St. George Ironman. How long does it take to RECOVER from a marathon, and what would you recommend for recovery. Thanks, p.s. I'm 57 years old, and would like to qualifly again for Boston with its new program, but my main Goal is doing the best I can at St. George Ironman.... In my response to Tom, I recommend he read this"Lightning Speed Recovery Secrets" article. Kim asks: I read that Xanthan Gum and/or Guar Gum can be used to thicken smoothies. I found both ingredients online from Bob's Red Mill, which has natural products. However, I've always thought of these two ingredients as additives. What is your take on using a tablespoon or two in a daily smoothie? Also, would you prefer Xanthan Gum over Guar Gum? Anything else you might use to thicken a smoothie? John asks: What alternatives are there to barbell squats? Here is some background: I'm 22 years old and have been lifting weights 3-5 times a week for three years. I've always had trouble with this particular exercise because of pain under my left scapula. About a decade ago I was diagnosed with scoliosis, which is a curvature of the spine, so I am assuming that this pain is related to my scoliosis. The doctor who diagnosed me said that the condition was not severe enough for treatment. I don't disagree with his diagnosis or his advice about treatment; however the same shoulder that is experiencing pain while performing a squat is also my higher shoulder. Because of this pain I mainly use lunges and leg presses for leg strength. Hi I'm Brian and I've been listening to your podcast for the past 6 months. I've recently joined swim in high school as a junior and have found it difficult to fit in lifting weights in my schedule, since I swim Monday through Friday for two hours a day. When should I lift weights and what exercises can I do to become a better swimmer? -------------------------------------------- Remember, if you have any trouble listening, downloading, or transferring to your mp3 player just e-mail ben@bengreenfieldfitness.com And don't forget to leave the podcast a ranking in iTunes - it only takes 2 minutes of your time and helps grow our healthy community! Just click here to go to our iTunes page and leave feedback. Brand new - get insider VIP tips and discounts from Ben - conveniently delivered directly to your phone! Just complete the information below... 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Click to Subscribe to All Ben's Fitness & Get A Free Surprise Gift from Ben. Click here for the full written transcript of this podcast episode Do you have a future podcast question for Ben? Scroll down on this post to access the free "Ask Ben" form...     In this March 2, 2011 free audio episode: An interview with health and endurance expert Phil Maffetone, boiling fat off meat, running barefoot, tapering for a race. Remember, if you have any trouble listening, downloading, or transferring to your mp3 player just e-mail ben@bengreenfieldfitness.com. And don't forget to leave the podcast a ranking in iTunes - it only takes 2 minutes of your time and helps grow our healthy community! Just click here to go to our iTunes page and leave feedback. Scroll down to donate anything over $15 to the show, and Ben will send you a BenGreenfieldFitness.com t-shirt...you can also conveniently donate any amount with your phone by simply clicking here. --------------------------------------------------------------- Featured Topic: Interview with Health and Endurance Expert Phil Maffetone   Click here to check out all of Dr. Phil Maffetone's books! In this week's interview, I speak with Dr. Phil Maffetone, an endurance expert and someone who developed many of the protocols used today in aerobic training, including the Maffetone Method. Dr. Phil Maffetone is described as "one of the most sought-after endurance coaches in the world." He entered the endurance sports scene in the late 70’s. In addition to working with some of the world’s top endurance athletes, Dr. Maffetone has written dozens of books and articles on health, fitness and nutrition, including Complimentary Sports Medicine, Training for Endurance, The Maffetone Method, and In Fitness and In Health. During our discussion, Phil answers the following questions: Why do you say that to speed up you must slow down? What is the 180-Formula? What is the MAF Test? In “Training For Endurance”, you describe several stages of Overtraining Syndrome. What are they? Why do you say that athletes can be fit, but unhealthy? Click here to check out all of Dr. Phil Maffetone's books on Amazon! ----------------------------------------------------- Special Announcements -The new BenGreenfieldFitness Android phone app is here and it's free. Click here to grab it now! (or click here for the iPhone version). -Did you see the "What Confuses You About Breakfast" post? Stay tuned for the answers, coming this Monday... -You can now shop at the BenGreenfieldFitness Facebook page! Click here to visit now. If you post a comment and link about this on your page, then let me know by leaving a comment on the BenGreenfieldFitness Facebook page, I will send you a $20 coupon for anything there! -Interested in advertising on the BenGreenfieldFitness podcast or blog? 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First Name Last Name Email Cell # (1+area code)   --------------------------------------------------------------- Listener Q&A: ====================================== [contact-form 3 "AskBen"] ====================================== Armi has a call in question about boiling fat off meat. Chuck has a call in question about tapering for a race. Jeff has a call in question about doing interval training in bare feet. Here is a link to the A/B/C running drills I mention in my response to Jeff. Casey has call in feedback about Shape21, and Lisa calls in to give an update on her Triathlon Dominatorrace. -------------------------------------------- Remember, if you have any trouble listening, downloading, or transferring to your mp3 player just e-mail ben@bengreenfieldfitness.com And don't forget to leave the podcast a ranking in iTunes - it only takes 2 minutes of your time and helps grow our healthy community! Just click here to go to our iTunes page and leave feedback. 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Click to Subscribe to All Ben's Fitness & Get A Free Surprise Gift from Ben. Do you have a future podcast question for Ben? Scroll down on this post to access the free "Ask Ben" form...   Does Active Release Technique, aka, "ART" actually work? In this February 23, 2011 free audio episode: Active Release Technique, nitroglycerin for injuries, low volume weight training, does it matter if you burn fat or carbohydrate during workout?, Reynaud's syndrome, epsom salts, weight training soreness, asthma remedies, is sugar-free gum healthy?, lap band surgery Remember, if you have any trouble listening, downloading, or transferring to your mp3 player just e-mail ben@bengreenfieldfitness.com. And don't forget to leave the podcast a ranking in iTunes - it only takes 2 minutes of your time and helps grow our healthy community! Just click here to go to our iTunes page and leave feedback. Scroll down to donate anything over $15 to the show, and Ben will send you a BenGreenfieldFitness.com t-shirt...you can also conveniently donate any amount with your phone by simply clicking here. --------------------------------------------------------------- Featured Topic: How "Active Release Technique" Can Help Your Body Feel Better. In this week's interview, I speak with Dr. Kevin Christie, who is a chiropractic physician and Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) who specializes in sports medicine and fitness. Dr. Christie is also certified in Active Release Technique (ART) and Graston Technique, which are the leading soft-tissue diagnostic and treatment protocols that deal with over-use strain that plagues today’s society. During our discussion, Kevin answers the following questions: What is ART? What type of conditions is it useful for? How quickly can someone experience success with ART? Are there things ART shouldn’t be used for? Can you walk us through a typical ART treatment? Can anybody do ART, or should people be looking for someone with a certification? Kevin's website is at http://www.healthfitchiro.com ----------------------------------------------------- Special Announcements -Did you see the "What Confuses You About Breakfast" post? Stay tuned for the answers, coming this Monday... -You can now shop at the BenGreenfieldFitness Facebook page! Click here to visit now. If you post a comment and link about this on your page, then let me know by leaving a comment on the BenGreenfieldFitness Facebook page, I will send you a $20 coupon for anything there! -Interested in advertising on the BenGreenfieldFitness podcast or blog? 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First Name Last Name Email Cell # (1+area code)   --------------------------------------------------------------- Listener Q&A: ====================================== [contact-form 3 "AskBen"] ====================================== Becky H asks: Ever heard of using a nitroglycerin patch for healing injuries? I have a friend with a nagging achilles injury that just got back from a sports therapy clinic. They are using nitro patches on the inflammed site, then will be doing concentric stretches/strengthening of the area, all to hopefully get more blood into the site to promote healing. Have you heard of this? What would be potential side effects? Do you think it would be effective for just this type of injury, or might it potentially be useful for other injury site (namely ITBS on the knee). Mike Schrankel asks: What do you think of Low Volume/High Intensity weight training? One apparently reputable website (http://www.exrx.net/WeightTraining/LowVolumeTraining.html) goes to great lengths explaining that performing extra sets beyond one light warm-up and one heavy set of 8-12 reps yields only 0-5% more muscle growth. But most pros, including yourself recommend 3-5 sets. I've checked out your "Get Fit in 30 minutes or Less" (12/5/10) post, in which you recommend 5 sets. I like the short time commitment, but I'd like to do a wider variety of exercises with less sets if I can get decent results (i.e., more lean muscle, not "big and brawny") Lorna asks: why does it matter whether I burn fat or glycogen during my workout? I thought that if I am in deficit at the end of the day - fat will be used for energy - giving me a body fat loss. Whether I burn glycogen or fat - a deficit will mean fat stores reducing when it all balances out- will it not? Laurel asks: I have two questions.  1-Are there homeopathic or home remedies for Raynauds phenomena? 2- You tout magnesium, what do you think of epsom salts as a source? In my response to Laurel, I recommend the Future Health Now Encyclopedia (pictured right) and the Magnesium Flakes from Ancient Minerals. Jeff has a call-in question about soreness when getting started with weight training. In my response to Jeff, I recommend he listens to the first 5 episodes of the Get-Fit Guy's Quick & Dirty Tips Podcast Ralph Sanabria asks: Ben, I have a hard time running (more breathing). I've been told that I have athletic induced asthma. I've been told this because i have a hard time breathing during. and it sounds like wheezing. Is there anything that i can do to help with this? In my response to Ralph, I recommend oil of oregano. Cat asks: Do you know of any potentially harmful effects of chewing sugar-free gum? I am a student and find that chewing gum helps me to stay focused while I work, but it seems like I've developed sort of an addiction to it. Are there properties in sugarfree gum that could make it addictive and harmful to health? In my response to Cat, I mention "Spry" gum. Ryan asks: I recently read this article http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2011/02/california-deaths-after-lap-band-surgery-lead-to-lawsuits.html  about complications that are occurring with lap band surgeries. My sister is considering a lap band surgery and this article really concerns me! I thought you might find it interesting and would like your thoughts on this. -------------------------------------------- Remember, if you have any trouble listening, downloading, or transferring to your mp3 player just e-mail ben@bengreenfieldfitness.com And don't forget to leave the podcast a ranking in iTunes - it only takes 2 minutes of your time and helps grow our healthy community! Just click here to go to our iTunes page and leave feedback. Brand new - get insider VIP tips and discounts from Ben - conveniently delivered directly to your phone! Just complete the information below... First Name Last Name Email Cell # (1+area code): Scroll down to donate anything over $15 to the show, and Ben will send you a BenGreenfieldFitness.com t-shirt...you can also conveniently donate any amount with your phone by simply clicking here. ------------------------------------------------------See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Click to Subscribe to All Ben's Fitness & Get A Free Surprise Gift from Ben. Do you have a future podcast question for Ben? Scroll down on this post to access the free "Ask Ben" form...   In this February 16, 2011 free audio episode: How fast do you lose muscle memory?, supplements for anxiety, what are effects of long term endurance training, more on multivitamins, how much urination is normal?, does hot or cold exposure burn more calories, what type of water filter is best, how you get skinny-fat, phi science water, trigger point dry needling, what is NADH for sleep?, is flax oil bad for you?, pain on the top of the foot, and how many carbohydrates to eat after weight training. Remember, if you have any trouble listening, downloading, or transferring to your mp3 player just e-mail ben@bengreenfieldfitness.com. And don't forget to leave the podcast a ranking in iTunes - it only takes 2 minutes of your time and helps grow our healthy community! Just click here to go to our iTunes page and leave feedback. Scroll down to donate anything over $15 to the show, and Ben will send you a BenGreenfieldFitness.com t-shirt...you can also conveniently donate any amount with your phone by simply clicking here. --------------------------------------------------------------- Featured Topic: The Ultimate System To Learn How To Swim Faster, Even If You're Just Getting Started. In this interview with Paul Newsome from Swim Smooth, you'll going to learn everything you need to know about how to identify your body type and swimming type, and then learn how to swim faster based on the type of swimmer you are. For more information on Swim Smooth's Swim Typing, or to get the .pdf manuals and videos that teach you more, just click here or click below: Also, here's a picture of the "improper" catch that Paul discussed in the podcast: ----------------------------------------------------- Special Announcements -Did you see the make your own "love making" supplements post? If you click here, then you can go to Jeff Anderson's website, where his Valentine's Day special and "Bedroom Blaster" formula is available until February 18! -You can now shop at the BenGreenfieldFitness Facebook page! Click here to visit now. If you post a comment and link about this on your page, then let me know by leaving a comment on the BenGreenfieldFitness Facebook page, I will send you a $20 coupon for anything there! -Interested in advertising on the podcast or blog? Click here to download the advertising information and pricing sheet. -Here's what you get in the new BenGreenfieldFitness iPhone app, which you can get for free by clicking here:   -Weekly audio podcast featuring exercise and nutrition Q&A with Ben and a featured interview with a health or fitness expert. -Articles unlike any you’ll read on other sites, featuring the real truth about your health, your body, diet, medicine and more. -Workout and recipe videos – designed for the complete beginner up to the advanced athlete. -Nutrition supplements, popular diets, workout programs, book and video reviews from Ben Greenfield. -24/7 access to ask your questions to Ben, suggest custom content for the articles and videos, or request guest experts. - Get insider VIP tips and discounts from Ben - conveniently delivered directly to your phone! Just complete the information below... First Name Last Name Email Cell # (1+area code)   --------------------------------------------------------------- Listener Q&A: ====================================== [contact-form 3 "AskBen"] ====================================== Andy asks: I trained 20 weeks for an Ironman and completed it last Aug, since then I have not been on my bike or swum at all, and have just started to pick up the running. As a 49 year old male, how much of the muscle mass and memory would I have lost? Jacob asks: I take prescription to help control anxiety/depression, any thoughts on supplements to assist these, and have you herd any science that would indicate that lots of workout volume would either help or hinder anxiety? Mike asks: Ben, now that the ' big four' are all approaching or past 50. Have there been any studies conducted on the long term health effects of ultra endurance training? Perhaps it will take a few more generations to determine the benefits or negative affect. My question pertains to the elites more so than we AG's. Jim asks: I'm looking for a good one a day vitamin to take. Knowing that I am an endurance athlete, what would you recommend? I am open to taking a liquid vitamin if better. Also, can you recommend a great vitamin for my kids (4 and 2)? In my response to Jim, I recommend the kid's multivitamin Kid's Calm (pictured right) Alex asks: I drink lots of water throughout the day to keep hydrated, although I work at an office. I also urinate a lot as a consequence. I heard this is not ideal but I'm not sure what to do. The water I drink comes straight form the water filter or cooler at the office and I use a BPA-free metal bottle. Any advice? ArmiLegge has a call-in question about whether hot exposure or cold exposure burns more calories. Andy asks: Hi Ben. Just listened to Inner Circle Podcast #6, and in it you mentioned the benefits of using a reverse osmosis water filter to remove fluoride from drinking water. However, isn't it true that such a filter would also remove all other potentially good and healthy minerals from the water? Would this loss of the "good" minerals outweigh the benefit of getting rid of the fluoride? And is this something to be concerned about? Alberto asks: I'm 5'5", around 145 lbs, and I look slender. What bothers me is that although I'm pretty much slim looking, I have a beer gut and my goal is to lose the gut and eventually get a 6 pack (I have never been ripped in my life). The problem is that I don't want to lose the the little muscle I have in my arms and legs and I just want to focus in getting rid of the gut, which seems impossible after doing vast amounts of triathlon based cardio and excersice. I would love any suggestions and advice, or maybe if I just follow your Dominator Package training program will do it. Kyle asks: What are your thoughts on the Phi Science products? Their products claim to influence the "zeta potential" of water to make it much easier absorbed by the body. Ron asks: What is your take on trigger point dry needling? Darrell Brown asks: What can you tell us about NADH. Mark asks: Hey Ben, I was reading a magazine (Mens Health 2/10) that cited an Australian study by Anne Barden. She said that taking flax supplement (9 grams every day) increased by 38% the markers of free radical F1-phytoprostane. The gist of the article was to stay away from flax for Omega 3's, and use fish oil. Whats your take on it? In my response to Mark, I mention EnerEFA. Call-in question about pain on the front top of the ankles and top of the foot arch. Chuck asks: I know we've debated post-workout nutrition before, but considering one REALLY is working out hard and doing enough to necessitate recovery nutrition, are the protcols for cardiovascular versus resistance training the same? Should both of these follow a 3-4:1 carbs to protein protocol? I was under this impression, but in meeting with my nutritionist the other day, she said that after weight lifting, your body really only needs the protein as the glycogen expenditure was not as intense as a hard cardio workout. What are your thoughts? -------------------------------------------- Remember, if you have any trouble listening, downloading, or transferring to your mp3 player just e-mail ben@bengreenfieldfitness.com And don't forget to leave the podcast a ranking in iTunes - it only takes 2 minutes of your time and helps grow our healthy community! Just click here to go to our iTunes page and leave feedback. Brand new - get insider VIP tips and discounts from Ben - conveniently delivered directly to your phone! Just complete the information below... 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Click to Subscribe to All Ben's Fitness & Get A Free Surprise Gift from Ben. Do you have a future podcast question for Ben? Scroll down on this post to access the free "Ask Ben" form...   One of the questions answered in this episode is whether "Deer Antler Spray" is actually healthy or effective. In this February 9, 2011 free audio episode: Aphrodisiac foods, is textured vegetable protein healthy?, how long does it take to recover from energy drink addiction?, are tiny red bumps on the skin dangerous?, can you have food allergies and not know it?, how much magnesium should you take?, what's the minimum you can eat and drink while running?, is ASEA water good?, a supplement called e21, getting fitter for basketball, toe pain while running, is all fish oil equal?, is P90X a good workout?, raw protein powder, deer antler spray, cutting back on alcohol, infrared treatment for weight loss, NO Explode and Jak3D supplements, kids running long distances, homemade sports recovery drinks and fitness for fibromyalgia. Remember, if you have any trouble listening, downloading, or transferring to your mp3 player just e-mail ben@bengreenfieldfitness.com. And don't forget to leave the podcast a ranking in iTunes - it only takes 2 minutes of your time and helps grow our healthy community! Just click here to go to our iTunes page and leave feedback. Scroll down to donate anything over $15 to the show, and Ben will send you a BenGreenfieldFitness.com t-shirt...you can also conveniently donate any amount with your phone by simply clicking here. ----------------------------------------------------- Special Announcements -My friend Chef Todd has a brand new "Aphrodisiac Foods" website, just in time for Valentine's Day...click here to check it out, and also click here to download his free e-book "Chocolate At Every Meal Cookbook". -Here's what you get in the new BenGreenfieldFitness iPhone app, which you can get for free by clicking here:   -Weekly audio podcast featuring exercise and nutrition Q&A with Ben and a featured interview with a health or fitness expert. -Articles unlike any you’ll read on other sites, featuring the real truth about your health, your body, diet, medicine and more. -Workout and recipe videos – designed for the complete beginner up to the advanced athlete. -Nutrition supplements, popular diets, workout programs, book and video reviews from Ben Greenfield. -24/7 access to ask your questions to Ben, suggest custom content for the articles and videos, or request guest experts. - Get insider VIP tips and discounts from Ben - conveniently delivered directly to your phone! Just complete the information below... First Name Last Name Email Cell # (1+area code)   --------------------------------------------------------------- Listener Q&A: ====================================== [contact-form 3 "AskBen"] ====================================== Listener Jim asks a call in question about P90X (Ben recommends Shape21, pictured right, as a healthy alternative to P90X) Dan asks: What are your thoughts on TVP (textured vegetable protein) also called textured soy protein (TSP)? My wife is a vegetarian and incorporates it into meals very easily. I understand it is highly processed which is usually bad. The nutrition facts look really good for fiber and protein. If I am trying to keep or gain muscle mass is this helpful or hurtful for me to consume? Paul asks: I know you have answered questions regarding energy drinks before. My question is how long does it take to reverse the negative effects caused by them. I have had a two a day Monster/Redbull habit for about five years. My biggest worry is the effects on the adrenal system. Does stopping consumption have an instant effect, or something that will occur over time. Heather asks: I've had tiny red bumps on the back of my arms for most of my life. They don't itch. I've heard it may be an omega 3 deficiency, but that hasn't helped....What can you do about tiny red bumps on the back of your arms? Mike asks: Ben, if one had food allergies or sensitivities to certain foods would it necessarily be obvious, or could one suffer minor effects unknowingly? For instance, I've drunk milk all of my life without ever noticing any direct negative effects. Is this enough to eliminate concerns or might there be more subtle or indirect issues? In my answer to Mike, I recommend the GI Panel. Paul asks: You have spoken a lot about taking magnesium prior to bed. How many mg of do you recommend? In my response to Paul, I recommend Natural Calm. Amy asks: I have been training for my first half marathon while trying to lose some weight to get faster. I am 5' 3" and 155, with only a 12 minute pace. I know my weight is my biggest speed disadvantage. What I don't understand is why I still seem to bonk on my long runs that go over 1 3/4 - 2 hours since I have all this "onboard" fuel to burn. How many calories do I have to eat during my run to keep the fat burning, or should I just keep trying to push through those low points? Jeff asks: I was wonder if you have you heard the the ASEA Water? Elizabeth asks: What can you tell us about the e21 Recovery supplement? Jim asks: I'm 35 and looking to join a professionals basketball league in ny- can you recommend any workouts that can help me become faster and allow me to not tire out while playing full court? Darrell asks: I run 2-3 miles at a time for a total of 12-18 miles a week and use Asics Enduro shoes. Recently, the very tip of my 2nd toe (I think it is the 2nd distal phalanges) has been sore. I really notice as I push off it during a run and while relaxing in the evening. Is this a common issue for runners? Craig asks: I’m currently following a half marathon prep/training plan but am having trouble with fuel and fluids. On the bike I take a large swig of plain water every ten minutes, a full serving of Hammer Perpetuem and 1-3 Hammer Endurolytes at the top and bottom of every hour. I’ve tried taking in the same amount of fluid running but end up with stomach distress. My current projection for my run time is 2:25. My goal is to get it to 2:00. What do you suggest to keep my fluid intake up for that amount of time? Would using solids help? In Rock Star Triathlete Episode 5 you mentioned you only carry your aero bottle of water in an Ironman distance event and fill it at the aid stations. In a WTC event do they do hand ups of water or do you have to stop for a fill? Josh asks: I know you're not a doctor, but I just want to get an idea of what you think may be going on with an issue I'm having, as I'd rather not waste time in a doctors office if possible. About a month ago I started the Triathlon Dominator Package training and went out to do my time trial run. I used some beat up, worn out racing flats I had as I was wanting to make every second count. Unfortunately, I think they were a bit too worn out and I hit a lot of jagged rocks when running. Since doing that run I've been having some minor sesamoid bone pain under my left foot. It usually starts hurting (as if pushing on a bruise or a dull but nagging pain) after about 5miles in and then continues to hurt until I'm done running. Walking on it doesnt tend to hurt it unless I walk on uneven terrain. There is no noticeable swelling or redness. Not sure if I've bruised the bone or what, but I've been running on the treadmill every week until my weekend run and it's fine until I hit the pavement. Any words of wisdom to help me to possibly get over this? Listener has a call in question about fish oil. In my response to Pat, I recommend the Pharmax brand fish oil. Brian asks: Ben, I have heard you compare various protein powders (whey versus soy); and whey cows milk to whey goats milk. Please compare those with the benefits of Garden Of Life's product, Raw Protein, made from various sprouts. Is this protein powder doing me any favors with health and/or performance on the bike? David Starr asks via a call-in question: Hey Ben. I listened to podcast #129 and you talked about IGF-1 in foods, particular meat and dairy. What about the IGF-1 spray that harvests velvet deer antlers? You pump the spray into your mouth and hold for 30 seconds. Have you heard of it? It became a hot topic when a Steelers player admitted to using it. You can visit http://www.antisteroidprogram.com/theultimatespray.html to see the product. I hear nothing but good stuff about it, but can you digress on the cons? Thanks a bunch Ben, you help keep the ‘little guys’ out there well informed!! Jenny asks: Do you have any prior posts or suggestions for cutting back on drinking wine?  I read an older postcast you had out about stopping drinking dr pepper, and in that, you helped a lot of people out with their problem areas.  Well, mine is the vino.  I would love to become a one glass person on the weekends rather than a 3 glass person, which is too many calories.  Do you have any tricks to cutting back? In my response to Jenny, I mention Nutrarev as a wine alternative (pictured left) and Thermofactor. Armi asks: I was researching infrared recovery treatment and stumbled upon this website and others claiming that FAR Infrared treatments can burn up to 600kc/hour just by sitting in them. What do you think? Are these things even safe? Also-does sitting in a regular sauna and/or steam room burn many calories? Kevin asks: I wanted to get your thoughts on the pre workout products NO Explode and Jak3D. I almost exclusively eat 'real' food with all of my food getting made at home without a package. However, prior to my nutrition change I used NO Explode and loved it. I stopped bc I wanted to cut out caffeine and honestly had no idea what the ingredients were. NO Explode now has a caffine free version so I wanted to get your thoughts on these products, are they safe pre Ironman training or should I just avoid them. In my response to Kevin, I recommend he listens to: http://getfitguy.quickanddirtytips.com/do-muscle-building-supplements-work.aspx Dale asks: My son wants to run bloomsday. I am concerned 8yrs old is a bit too young to run a 12K. He ran 3 5k races last summer and he runs about a 9.5 minute mile. Should he stick to 5k's until he gets a little more mature? Lisa asks: I generally run two marathons a year, so I'm specifically looking for something to drink during/after long and medium long runs. I really like gatorade, but I'm looking for something that's both cheaper and uses natural ingredients, so I want to try making my own. Should I just look at the ingredients in sports drinks and try to match the various sodium/potassium/ carb amounts? What other ingredients in sports drinks are important to include when making your own? Is something like tart cherry juice a good ingredient? Or coconut water? For the sodium, do I just throw some salt in? Any guidance on this would be appreciated! Lisa also asks: My boyfriend, whom I live with, currently isn't active and never has been. He would like to start working out, but he has no idea where to start. He has fibromyalgia, and experiences a lot of pain. He's tried to start a couple different things, like P90X and he was trying to play on a recreational basketball league for a couple weeks, but everything so far has really caused his fibro to act up. Do you have any suggestions? -------------------------------------------- Remember, if you have any trouble listening, downloading, or transferring to your mp3 player just e-mail ben@bengreenfieldfitness.com And don't forget to leave the podcast a ranking in iTunes - it only takes 2 minutes of your time and helps grow our healthy community! Just click here to go to our iTunes page and leave feedback. Brand new - get insider VIP tips and discounts from Ben - conveniently delivered directly to your phone! Just complete the information below... 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Click to Subscribe to All Ben's Fitness & Get A Free Surprise Gift from Ben. Do you have a future podcast question for Ben? Scroll down on this post to access the free "Ask Ben" form...   In this February 2, 2011 free audio episode: 10 ways to get more out of indoor cycling, can sugar in probiotics make you fat, can caffeine help you store carbohydrates, is a paleo diet low-carb, what are natural flavors, how to stop getting sick, can protein decrease soreness, is Costco healthy, what do world triathlon champions eat, low testosterone and weight gain, is grapeseed oil healthy, is organic yogurt healthy, Advocare nighttime recovery products, lactose intolerance, and how to figure out what to eat. Remember, if you have any trouble listening, downloading, or transferring to your mp3 player just e-mail ben@bengreenfieldfitness.com. And don't forget to leave the podcast a ranking in iTunes - it only takes 2 minutes of your time and helps grow our healthy community! Just click here to go to our iTunes page and leave feedback. Scroll down to donate anything over $15 to the show, and Ben will send you a BenGreenfieldFitness.com t-shirt...you can also conveniently donate any amount with your phone by simply clicking here. ----------------------------------------------------- Featured Topic: 10 Ways To Get More Out Of Your Indoor Cycling In this featured topic I talk with world-renowned spinning instructor Jennifer Sage, author of the instantly downloadable e-book "Keep It Real" and teacher at the "Indoor Cycling Instructor". Topic we talk about in this interview and that Jennifer talks about in her book include: 1. The mechanics of pedaling on a spin bike with a weighted flywheel and the huge implications it has on training techniques, cadence and pedal stroke... 2. Which techniques are applicable to fitness, fat loss, and outdoor riding and which techniques you should sit out, no matter what your spin instructor says... 3. How to select your gear or hill (resistance) and your cadence to best simulate what you do outside, adhering to the rules of "specificity of training"... 4. 13 popular movements that all cyclists (and non-cyclists alike) must avoid in indoor cycling classes, and why... 5. How to increase your climbing skills and strength indoors... 6. How to improve your endurance and maximize fat burning and aerobic base... 7. How to change your program throughout the year (periodize) using indoor cycling classes... 8. A comparison of heart rate training zone methodologies and how to choose which one works best for your specific goals... 9. 13 drills for indoor cycling classes to optimize your technique... 10. 9 high intensity interval profiles to maximize your performance... ...and many more tips on how to make the most of indoor cycling classes! No more drudgery of riding your trainer alone, no more inappropriate techniques that detract from your riding skills.  Here's to greater fitness and higher performance, both inside and outside! Anybody that is taking an indoor cycling class or spin class, as well as anybody that is teaching an indoor cycling or spin class must read Jennifer's instantly downloadable e-book, which you can get by clicking here. Jennifer also teaches indoor cycling instructors at the "Indoor Cycling Instructor" website. ----------------------------------------------------- Special Announcements -Now at http://www.pacificfit.net/supplements.php: Mt. Capra Double Bonded Protein, Mt. Capra Solar Synergy, Mt. Capra Capraflex, and Vitamin D/Fish Oil Super Pack, and full food allergy testing panel. -Here's what you get in the new BenGreenfieldFitness iPhone app, which you can get for free by clicking here:   -Weekly audio podcast featuring exercise and nutrition Q&A with Ben and a featured interview with a health or fitness expert. -Articles unlike any you’ll read on other sites, featuring the real truth about your health, your body, diet, medicine and more. -Workout and recipe videos – designed for the complete beginner up to the advanced athlete. -Nutrition supplements, popular diets, workout programs, book and video reviews from Ben Greenfield. -24/7 access to ask your questions to Ben, suggest custom content for the articles and videos, or request guest experts. - Get insider VIP tips and discounts from Ben - conveniently delivered directly to your phone! Just complete the information below... First Name Last Name Email Cell # (1+area code)   --------------------------------------------------------------- Listener Q&A: ====================================== [contact-form 3 "AskBen"] ====================================== Sarah has a call-in question about kombucha and kim-chi. Is the sugar eating up by the probacteria in these? can it hinder fat loss goals if not? Chuck asks: I recently read an article that stated, "athletes who drink caffeine before exercise have 66% more glycogen in their muscles, giving them greater endurance." I know you've talked about the benefits of taking caffeine on the show before, but what do this increase in glycogen in the muscles really mean? With more glycogen, will that mean the body uses less of other fuel sources, like carbohydrates or fat for energy? Kai asks: During the last few months you have conducted interviews on Paleo and Low-carb diets. Paleo/Low-carb appear to be good choices for someone who needs to lose weight (more than just 10-20 pounds) to jump start their weight loss. My concern however is how effective is that diet for a fit endurance athlete given the energy system under that approach is fat and not carbs. My concern is if I start with Paleo/Low-carb, lose the weight, then transition to a different diet, that will throw my system completely out of whack. Jeff asks: What are "Natural Flavors" in food's ingredients list? Thanks, Ben! Mike asks: Hi Ben, I'm emailing you because I'm finding myself with cold/flu symptoms much more often than ever before. 2 years ago I weighed about 110 lbs more than now (Currently @ 204lbs w/ 10.2% BF) and Ive been within 10 lbs of my current weight for 6-8 months. I lift weights/do cardio for about an hour a day 6 days a week. I eat healthy, staying away from a lot of processed foods and eat around 3,000 cals a day (around 250g protein, 250g carb, 100g fat). This has been occurring over the past 3-4 months, welling very well for a few weeks, then getting a new cold all over again. What can I do to stop getting sick so often? Thanks! Laurel asks: Since I started using protein, I swear it has decreased my D.O.M.S. by an amazing amount. Is there science to back this up, or am I enjoying the placebo effect? Howard asks: My wife and I routinely shop at costco(family of four; 3 & 6 yr. old). There a few products we buy that appear to be nutritious but wanted see what you thought. In no particular order: * Naked Juice - Green Machine * Nature's Path-Organic FlaxPlus Granola * Kirkland Organic Carrot Juice * Cliff Bars (both adult & child) Thank you for assisting me on our journey to better nutrition and overall health. Justin asks: I was listening to an interview with Ironman World Champion Chris McCormack and during the interview, he stated his diet was 50% protein, 30% carbs and 20% fat. This seems contradictory to everything else I have read, including Chris Carmichaels's Eat Right to Train Right. Can you describe the reasoning behind using this diet as well as how someone would implement this into their own life and training? Brian asks: Hello Ben - I have been training and doing endurance events for 9 years. I consistently log all my food & workouts. The only way I can lose weight is by cutting my caloric intake below 2000 per day on 10 - 15 hours of workouts per week. Before my last 140.6 I finally got to 197lbs, I am 42 years old and 6' tall. I picked up a few lbs. because I cannot keep my caloric intake that low. Recently I had a physical and my Doctor told me after the blood work that I have low testosterone and I need to see a Endocrinologist. After more blood work the Endocrinologist confirmed that my testosterone was low and I needed to go on a patch, gel or a shot every two weeks. My questions are: 1. I am doing two 140.6 and three 70.3 events this year, along with a marathon or two and will this testosterone injection be a problem? 2. My goal is to be at my high school weight of 175lbs because I will be able to qualify for Kona because running with an extra 30lbs isn't easy; could this low testosterone be why I cannot lose weight? 3. What would you do in this situation and should I use a patch, gel or shot? Gio asks via Facebook: I want to know what u think about (organic) yogurt? Chris asks: I'm curious about your opinion on Advocare products.  In particular the nighttime recovery. Robert asks: This is to ask you for your kind advice, this time though on lactose intolerance that I suffer from [lacking hormone lactase]. As I do performance sport [cycling, covered with 16-20 hour of training a week ] and literally love milk as recovery drink, the question remains to be answered is: even though milk sugar wont be metabolized [intolerance] would at least protein be metabolized, hence used as a recovery ? If so, that would be great news, and I can move on with drinking gently amount of milk since those side effects [bloating] is tolerable. Unless you recommend me to abstain from milk totally for various [long-term] negative effects. Trey Brush asks: I listen and read so much on nutrition recently and I realize the importance. It has never been the biggest priority for me day in and day out. I know this is probably been why I have continued to struggle in many of my long distance races. There seems like so much information and so many things I am "supposed" to be eating and taking. It can become overwhelming. Where would you tell a novice to all of this to begin? What would be some of the basics I should begin to do that might have an impact on someone who has not been intentional in the area? In my response to Trey, I mention 1. GI Test Kit, 2. the podcast with Tim Monaco, 3. a resting metabolic rate test and 4. the BenGreenfieldFitness Inner Circle. -------------------------------------------- Remember, if you have any trouble listening, downloading, or transferring to your mp3 player just e-mail ben@bengreenfieldfitness.com And don't forget to leave the podcast a ranking in iTunes - it only takes 2 minutes of your time and helps grow our healthy community! Just click here to go to our iTunes page and leave feedback. Brand new - get insider VIP tips and discounts from Ben - conveniently delivered directly to your phone! Just complete the information below... 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Click to Subscribe to All Ben's Fitness & Get A Free Surprise Gift from Ben. Do you have a question for Ben? Scroll down on this post to access the free "Ask Ben" form...     In this January 26, 2011 free audio episode: How to manipulate temperature to burn fat, how to choose a healthy breakfast cereal, carb blockers, are juicers OK, what to do if you can't do a squat, a supplement called moomiyo, Monster Lo-Carb energy drink, does looking behind you slow down your running pace, can carbonated water give you a side stitch during exercise, is running twice a day better than once, how to eat healthy on a low-fiber diet, supplements that make you smarter, separated shoulder exercises, calorie rich food for very long runs, and a supplement called AthleticGreens. Remember, if you have any trouble listening, downloading, or transferring to your mp3 player just e-mail ben@bengreenfieldfitness.com. And don't forget to leave the podcast a ranking in iTunes - it only takes 2 minutes of your time and helps grow our healthy community! Just click here to go to our iTunes page and leave feedback. Scroll down to donate anything over $15 to the show, and Ben will send you a BenGreenfieldFitness.com t-shirt...you can also conveniently donate any amount with your phone by simply clicking here. ----------------------------------------------------- Featured Topic: Tim Ferriss and Ray Cronise Explain How To Manipulate Your Body's Temperature To Burn More Fat. In my recent book review of Tim Ferriss's 4-Hour Body (read by clicking here) , I mentioned that a chapter in his book is devoted to manipulating your body's temperature to enhance weight loss. In this interview, I talk more about the topic of cold and fat loss with Tim Ferriss, and NASA materials engineer Ray Cronise. If you find this topic interesting, click here to get Tim Ferriss's book, 4-Hour Body. Why weight loss experts are wrong when they say that "calories in=calories out" is the weight loss equation.... What type of self-experiments Tim conducted to see whether changes in body temperature can result in weight loss... Exactly how your biology responds to cold, and what it means for your rapid fat loss... What to eat before cold exposure to make you lose even more fat, faster... Practical ways to get instant cold exposure for weight loss... The future of research and experimentation in cold exposure and fat loss... You can get Tim's book by clicking here, and listen to Part 1 of this temperature series with Chris Bohannon, about body cooling devices, by clicking here. ----------------------------------------------------- Special Announcements -Now at http://www.pacificfit.net/supplements.php: Mt. Capra Double Bonded Protein, Mt. Capra Solar Synergy, Mt. Capra Capraflex, and Vitamin D/Fish Oil Super Pack, and full food allergy testing panel. -Here's what you get in the new BenGreenfieldFitness iPhone app, which you can get for free by clicking here: -Weekly audio podcast featuring exercise and nutrition Q&A with Ben and a featured interview with a health or fitness expert. -Articles unlike any you’ll read on other sites, featuring the real truth about your health, your body, diet, medicine and more. -Workout and recipe videos – designed for the complete beginner up to the advanced athlete. -Nutrition supplements, popular diets, workout programs, book and video reviews from Ben Greenfield. -24/7 access to ask your questions to Ben, suggest custom content for the articles and videos, or request guest experts. - Get insider VIP tips and discounts from Ben - conveniently delivered directly to your phone! Just complete the information below... First Name Last Name Email Cell # (1+area code)   --------------------------------------------------------------- Listener Q&A: ====================================== [contact-form 3 "AskBen"] ====================================== Patrick asks via Twitter @bengreenfield : I know you're not the biggest fan of breakfast cereals, but what's your take on Kellog's new offering Fiber Plus AO? Joe asks: 1) What are your thoughts about taking a carb blocker?; 2) You recommend getting a juicer - I heard that juicers weren't really that good for you. Chelsea asks: I'm a runner, and I want to do squats to build strength and prevent injury. The problem is that my flexibility is so bad that I can't get into a full squat. Even without weight, if I try to squat all the way down I either have to go up on my toes or use something for balance or I'll fall over. I know I need to work on flexibility in general, but do you have any tips for working on getting from wussy 1/2 way squats to being able to do a full squat? Even if it isn't necessary to get the full benefit of the squatting exercise, being able to do a full squat looks more impressive. Kyle asks: Have you ever heard of the moomiyo supplement? If so, or after some research, what are your opinions on it for use by an endurance athlete? Amy asks: Hi Ben, I have a question for you about the Monster Lo-Carb energy drink. This topic was discussed in a forum on the Runner’s World site and the overall message I got is that they aren’t that bad, in moderation, that is. The sugar is rather low, at 3g (total 6g, since it is 2 servings) and there are 20 total calories. From that look at it, the Monster Lo-Carb doesn’t seem so bad… but is there something hiding from me (I am not a master of nutritional labels)? In my response to Amy, I mention delta-E energy drink. Ernesto asks: 1) My high school cross country coach would preach to us that we don't look behind us during a race as this shaves seconds off our time. Can you verify this? 2) also, he would tell us that drinking any carbonated drink would cause us to get stitches and slow us down during practice. I found this to be true for myself. Is this the case or is it all in my head? 3) and lastly, you may or may not have heard of steve magness, the author of the website the science of running. In it, he wrote an article that running 4.5 miles twice in a day is better than 9 miles all at once and can lead to greater fitness gains. Can you back this up? Jennifer asks: The only foods I am allowed to eat are the 'simple' carbs. I have a permanent small bowel obstruction and have to remain on a low fiber/low residue diet for the rest of my life. This includes white bread, white rice, white potatoes, white meat, white pasta, etc. Absolutely no fruits and vegetables, cooked or raw, no whole grains of any kind, no nuts or seeds, etc. I can't even eat applesauce! I'm at my wits end about what to do. I've seen nutritionists and they quite frankly don't know what to do with me because they don't believe that I cannot eat anything that would be considered healthy. Everything I eat is going to make me gain so much weight. I also cannot exercise in the way that I would like. I've had so many surgeries, all of my abdominal organs are glued together with adhesions. I have to stay away from anything involving my core. I'm sure there's a way around this but I have not been able to find the help that I need to get started. Any suggestions would be much appreciated! Marco asks: What can i feed my dad? He had a brain stroke and is in bed all day. I read that the brain is capable to heal itself, but do you recommend any supplements for his brain? Sam asks: Just got a type 3 separated shoulder in a bike crash. No surgery right now, but doctors will reassess in 6 weeks. Doctors advised to start rehab exercises as soon as pain subsides. Your advice on the best exercises? David Venables asks: For the Marathon de Sables, I need to be self sufficient (except for water) for 7 days whilst running between 150 - 160 miles in the Sahara dessert. The shortest day is half marathon distance, whilst the longest day is 50 miles. Light weight, calorie and nutrient rich food will therefore be essential for keeping me fueled. Do you have any recommendations? In my response to David, I recommend the LivingFuel SuperGreens supplement.Pamela asks: What you do think about the athleticgreens from Tim Ferris's book? Also, do you feel that this supplement would affect people with hashimoto's (hypothryroidism) or have an interaction with synthroid? -------------------------------------------- Remember, if you have any trouble listening, downloading, or transferring to your mp3 player just e-mail ben@bengreenfieldfitness.com And don't forget to leave the podcast a ranking in iTunes - it only takes 2 minutes of your time and helps grow our healthy community! Just click here to go to our iTunes page and leave feedback. Brand new - get insider VIP tips and discounts from Ben - conveniently delivered directly to your phone! Just complete the information below... 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Click to Subscribe to All Ben's Fitness & Get A Free Surprise Gift from Ben. Do you have a question for Ben? Scroll down on this post to access the free "Ask Ben" form...    Do body cooling devices like this actually work to make you exercise longer or harder? In this January 19, 2011 free audio episode: Do body cooling devices really work, how to get your body to burn more fat, greens-to-go from Costco, is insulin growth factor good or bad?, are chia seeds good for exercise, do you need to worry about big veins, is carbonated water OK, drinking oxygen from a can, high calorie foods that are healthy, how often should you workout, how fast to pedal a bike, and a question about my diet as a kid. Remember, if you have any trouble listening, downloading, or transferring to your mp3 player just e-mail ben@bengreenfieldfitness.com. And don't forget to leave the podcast a ranking in iTunes - it only takes 2 minutes of your time and helps grow our healthy community! Just click here to go to our iTunes page and leave feedback. Scroll down to donate anything over $15 to the show, and Ben will send you a BenGreenfieldFitness.com t-shirt...you can also conveniently donate any amount with your phone by simply clicking here. ----------------------------------------------------- Featured Topic: What Is A Body Cooling Device, and Does It Actually Work? Chris Bohannan was instrumental in helping bring in Zoot arm coolers with Xylotol (sweetener used in chewing gum) built-in, which brings a cooling sensation when wetted. He goes into that science and even more in this interview about whether body cooling vests, gloves, compression gear, etc. actually works, and how it may work. You'll learn: The advantages to keep the body more cool than it may be able to achieve on it's own - before, during or after exercise... How body cooling devices and gear work... Who shouldn't use body cooling devices... What type of people use this gear, and in what situations... How much you can expect to spend on things like body cooling gloves or vests.... Whether you can "hack" body cooling by skipping gear and devices and simply doing things like cold water soaks, eating ice, dumping cold water on head, etc., and how it compares to using engineered body cooling gear. ----------------------------------------------------- Special Announcements -Until January 22nd only, you still have a chance to check out Chef Todd's "Giving Away the Farm" post-holiday sale. If you're into cooking and want to learn more about how to do it well, you don't want to miss this opportunity. Click here to check it out. -Now at http://www.pacificfit.net/supplements.php: Mt. Capra Double Bonded Protein, Mt. Capra Solar Synergy, Mt. Capra Capraflex, and Vitamin D/Fish Oil Super Pack, and full food allergy testing panel. -The BenGreenfieldFitness Inner Circle secret section of the website is now open, and we just had our first live webinar, where Ben gave away 5 top travel tips, and Jessa showed the 5 kitchen ingredients you'd be crazy not to have around! Click here to get access to the first 4 free videos. -Ben Greenfield is speaking in Sacramento on January 22, 2011. Click here for more details! -Here's what you get in the new BenGreenfieldFitness iPhone app, which you can get for free by clicking here: -Weekly audio podcast featuring exercise and nutrition Q&A with Ben and a featured interview with a health or fitness expert. -Articles unlike any you’ll read on other sites, featuring the real truth about your health, your body, diet, medicine and more. -Workout and recipe videos – designed for the complete beginner up to the advanced athlete. -Nutrition supplements, popular diets, workout programs, book and video reviews from Ben Greenfield. -24/7 access to ask your questions to Ben, suggest custom content for the articles and videos, or request guest experts. - Get insider VIP tips and discounts from Ben - conveniently delivered directly to your phone! Just complete the information below... First Name Last Name Email Cell # (1+area code)   --------------------------------------------------------------- Listener Q&A: ======================================                         [contact-form 3 "AskBen"] ====================================== chunkybearcub asks via Twitter @bengreenfield: if training fasted makes u more efficient at burning fat, won't your body prefer to burn glycogen when u rest as a result? David asks: Could you please give your opinion on Greens to Go available at Costco? How does it compare to the Greens products you usually recommend? Dan asks: Can you discuss IGF-1 on your podcast? Seems a bit confusing. The HGH and fitness community seems to embrace both IGF-1 and HGH. They even have a diet called GOD, gallon of milk per day where athletes may indirectly get huge IGF-1 supplementation. This crowd downplays any health concerns and actually states how wonderful the stuff can be. The other group of people are selling neither milk nor HG stimulants but may be selling sensationalism. I'm not sure.... This back-to-nature and non-GMO crowd seems to be warning of cancer and other health problems from dairy and specifically but not limited to rGBH added to cows milk. They also warn of even larger IGF-1 levels from soy protein isolate. There are websites that discuss HG stimulator such as Somnidren-GH™ as very dangerous. They state that whey protein is dangerous because of IGF-1. Any simple guidelines you can provide for optimum health? Bracken asks: I read the book Born to Run. They mentioned Chia Seeds, and I got some. I've been eating them with yoghurt every morning (a tablespoon or two). Are you a fan? Why haven't they hit the more mainstream if they're as power-packed as they seem to be? L_Smoothy asks via Twitter @bengreenfield Just wanted to know, when jogging, how detrimental stopping for a breather is to gaining fitness? David asks: I'm using your Triathlon Dominator program to train for Ironman South Africa in April, and as I've gotten stronger and leaned up I've started to notice prominent veins in my arms and legs, particularly in my legs. I don't think that is necessarily a problem, but just want to be sure. Is this normal and healthy? Tyler asks: I have heard many times carbonation is really bad for you and really hurts fitness and speed, but I have heard you say you love carbonated water. Could you please clear this up for me. Cheri asks: What's your take on Oxygen in a small can to help with either longer "ultra" runs 50k+ or 100 milers w/ high altitude. Do you think it will really make a difference? Gary asks: Im working with a 15 year old kid, who is taking a curcuit training class. He wants to gain muscle but struggles w/ gaining weight since most of his food isn't absorbed...he has attempted to keep weight on by eating heavy fat foods & fast food. I know healthy foods are less calories. What can I suggest for food & how can I help w/ curcuit class? In my response to Gary, I mention Holistic Fueling For Triathletesbook. Chuck asks: I wanted to understand better why we benefit more from training, for example, like 6 days a week, as opposed to just going really hard 2 or 3 days in a row and then taking a day off? Joshua asks: My bike sessions are all on the trainer right now due to the weather, so I have complete control over all the externalities that would throw off my planned session. When I have my longer aerobic rides on the weekend, should I focus on spinning fast at a low gear, or moderate on a mid gear, or slowly on a big gear to keep my HR in zones 1&2? ArmiLegge asks via Twitter @bengreenfield How did Ben Greenfield eat as a kid and bodybuilder and how has his diet changed since. What are the results/differences? -------------------------------------------- Remember, if you have any trouble listening, downloading, or transferring to your mp3 player just e-mail ben@bengreenfieldfitness.com And don't forget to leave the podcast a ranking in iTunes - it only takes 2 minutes of your time and helps grow our healthy community! Just click here to go to our iTunes page and leave feedback. Brand new - get insider VIP tips and discounts from Ben - conveniently delivered directly to your phone! Just complete the information below... First Name Last Name Email Cell # (1+area code): Scroll down to donate anything over $15 to the show, and Ben will send you a BenGreenfieldFitness.com t-shirt...you can also conveniently donate any amount with your phone by simply clicking here. ------------------------------------------------------See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Click to Subscribe to All Ben's Fitness & Get A Free Surprise Gift from Ben. Click here for the full written transcript of this podcast episode. Do you have a question for Ben? Scroll down on this post to access the free "Ask Ben" form...  This is one of Ben's favorite cookbooks, and was written by today's guest. In this January 12, 2011 free audio episode: a doctor that healed his mom's cancer with nutrition and detox, supplements to take before a fasted workout, body fat scale accuracy, how to fuel a cycling commute, do electrical stimulation devices work, what to do if you get too skinny when you exercise, advice for a vegan who is doing 3 Ironman triathlons in 1 week, to eat or not to eat before a workout, how to be a triathlon coach Remember, if you have any trouble listening, downloading, or transferring to your mp3 player just e-mail ben@bengreenfieldfitness.com. And don't forget to leave the podcast a ranking in iTunes - it only takes 2 minutes of your time and helps grow our healthy community! Just click here to go to our iTunes page and leave feedback. Scroll down to donate anything over $15 to the show, and Ben will send you a BenGreenfieldFitness.com t-shirt...you can also conveniently donate any amount with your phone by simply clicking here. ----------------------------------------------------- Featured Topic: He Healed His Mom's Lung Cancer Using Diet, Nutrition & Detox... Dr. Josh Axe is a wellness physician and radio show host. He is on a mission to change the face of health in Nashville and around the world. He watched as his mother battled breast cancer in the early 90s, undergoing chemotherapy and a mastectomy. When she was diagnosed with lung cancer in 2004, Dr. Josh knew those procedures would never give his mom her health back. They needed a new approach - the approach he had been using to get thousands of people well from all kinds of chronic diseases at his Exodus Health Center. This all-natural approach using diet, nutrition, detoxification, peace building and spinal correction allowed her body to heal from within. Following the advice and guidance of her son, Mrs. Axe is now in complete remission and currently in the best shape of her life. During our interview, I ask Josh: You won't want to miss this interview with Dr. Josh Axe! Click here to get Dr. Josh Axe's book, "The Real Food Diet". ----------------------------------------------------- Special Announcements -Full food allergy panels now available directly through Ben Greenfield by clicking here. -The BenGreenfieldFitness Inner Circle secret section of the website is now open! Click here to get access to the first 4 free videos. -Ben Greenfield is speaking in Sacramento on January 22, 2011. Click here for more details! -Here's what you get in the new BenGreenfieldFitness iPhone app, which you can get for free by clicking here: -Weekly audio podcast featuring exercise and nutrition Q&A with Ben and a featured interview with a health or fitness expert. -Articles unlike any you’ll read on other sites, featuring the real truth about your health, your body, diet, medicine and more. -Workout and recipe videos – designed for the complete beginner up to the advanced athlete. -Nutrition supplements, popular diets, workout programs, book and video reviews from Ben Greenfield. -24/7 access to ask your questions to Ben, suggest custom content for the articles and videos, or request guest experts. - Get insider VIP tips and discounts from Ben - conveniently delivered directly to your phone! Just complete the information below...   First Name Last Name Email Cell # (1+area code)     --------------------------------------------------------------- Listener Q&A: ====================================== [contact-form 3 "AskBen"] ====================================== chunkybearcub asks via twitter: @bengreenfield do u take anything before ur fasted am workout and how do they affect the fast? bcaas, l-carnitine, coffee, beta-alanine. Jason asks: I have been tracking my weight, body fat % and muscle mass on a Taylor Scale and after hitting a low point 29.1% my body fat has started to go up, even though I'm eating at or below my Basal Metabolic Rate. Can body fat % on a scale fluctuate a couple of %? Or do I need to start modifying my diet? Nick asks: To get my cycle miles up for the tri season I want to cycle to work. It is about 35 miles each way and will mean that I need to leave home at about 6 am. I was wondering what nutrition I should be looking to take on board immediately before and during the cycle . Kelcey asks: I have been reading about EMS systems and thought I'd see if you would enlighten me on them. There are several different models and features (of course the more expensive models have more features and it seems like more powerful programs). They can get pretty pricey. Are they beneficial for injuries, recovery and/or warm-ups? Is it hard to place the electrodes? Does it take a lot of time? (I am already too busy). Are the more expensive models worth the extra money? I have been plagued by injuries this past season, although my physical therapist or my chiropractor have not specifically suggested that I get one, perhaps for this reason. In my response to Kelcey, I mention podcast episode #71 about electrical stimulation devices. Joel asks: My problem, if you can call it that, is that when I train I shed weight. I am thin and lean by genetics and even if I up my caloric intake, the high volume endurance and interval work drops my body fat real low. How can I compensate? In my response to Joel, I mention the book Holistic Fueling for Ironman Triathletes and I also mention gut testing for nutritional malabsorption, available by clicking here. Kyle asks: Ben, this summer I am planning on doing the equivalent of three Ironmans in a one week period, with the run portion on the last two days being an ultra marathon that I have yet to choose. I am a vegan. Any tips for recovery between the times when I am swimming/biking/running? Nutrition, stretching, compression, ice, etc.                                                                                                                                       The amino acids Ben recommends. In my response to Kyle, I mention Recoverease and amino acid intake. Josh asks: You mention a variety of supplements on your podcasts -- amino acids to fish oils to magnesium to coenzyme q10 to living greens to many many others. Would you be willing to list ALL the supplements you take and what each one is for? In my response to Josh, I mention this supplements page, Pill Popping Podcast #10, and this supplements video post at the Rock Star Triathlete Academy: http://www.rockstartriathlete.com/rock-star-supplements/ I also tell Josh about Bionx and this video with Mark Allen. John asks: You mentioned on one of your podcasts that you don't eat 2 hours before bed and don't eat before you work out in the morning. As I tried this (during my morning workout)I was listening to Getfitguy where you mentioned that you should eat before you workout. I'm just wondering which I should do? Dave asks: I am a 44 year old triathlete. Up until recently I have done the majority of my running in the morning. I have now joined a group that does training on the track in the evening. For my morning runs pre run nutrition has not been a issue. Usually an energy bar or smoothie 1-2 hours previous seems to fuel my runs and cause no GI distress. Now I am faced with running after a day of eating. I am unsure of what foods to avoid during the day of the track workout and how to time my pre run fuel. I find myself caught between not enough and too much food. I have a sensitive stomach and am prone to G.I. distress. Any suggestions would be appreciated. In my response to both John and Dave, I refer to this article about what to eat before and after a workout: the Post Workout Nutrition Debate. Mark asks: I am just finishing my level 1 triathlon coaches course in Australia, i would like run a full time coaching business online - any tips. In my response to Mark, I mention my website http://www.triathloncoachguide.com -------------------------------------------- Remember, if you have any trouble listening, downloading, or transferring to your mp3 player just e-mail ben@bengreenfieldfitness.com And don't forget to leave the podcast a ranking in iTunes - it only takes 2 minutes of your time and helps grow our healthy community! Just click here to go to our iTunes page and leave feedback. Brand new - get insider VIP tips and discounts from Ben - conveniently delivered directly to your phone! Just complete the information below... First Name Last Name Email Cell # (1+area code): Scroll down to donate anything over $15 to the show, and Ben will send you a BenGreenfieldFitness.com t-shirt...you can also conveniently donate any amount with your phone by simply clicking here. ------------------------------------------------------See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.