Click to Subscribe to All Ben's Fitness & Get A Free Surprise Gift from Ben. Click here for the full written transcript of this episode In this June 2, 2009 free audio episode: -Large athletic events often do not consider sustainability or resource depletion when creating or producing the event. Cost is normally a primary objective, with convenience and ease of implementation a close second. In this interview with Portland Triathlon race director Jeff Henderson, you'll be introduced to the concept of "Green" events, and how to actually have a triathlon, marathon or athletic event without destroying the planet. Click here to visit the Portland Triathlon website. Here are some snippets: ...In all cases local providers are given preference over regional or national sources. The necessary triathlon infrastructure (swim buoys, bike racks, etc) has been created from recycled or used materials whenever possible. Participants are asked to carpool, take public transportation, or ride their bikes to the race, with incentives provided for doing so... ...The Freshwater Trust Portland Triathlon was the first triathlon in the country to staff its medical tent with naturopathic doctors. The National College of Naturopathic Medicine provided care while highlighting this city's unique educational institution... ...Local and sustainable extend to food, as well. Organic produce is used for aid stations and pre-race, and locally sourced food is served at the post-race meal. Recycling and composting are integral.... Also in this podcast: -Magnesium Oil update: I just started my weekly soak in a 1:1 mixture of aluminum free baking soda from the grocery store and the 100% absorbable magnesium flakes from Ancient Minerals. My body feels amazing, and my joint soreness and "stale" legs have almost completely disappeared. I am augmenting this with a spray of magnesium oil on both arms prior to my workout, which I can immediately feel surging through my body. Click here to visit the website where I got this stuff, and also listen into Podcast #45 for the interview with Dr. Mark Sircus, which talks about how magnesium works and why magnesium works. I guarantee you'll become an instant expert on magnesium. If you find this information intriguing, and you as a coach, athlete or weekend warrior want to learn even more about the topic, Dr. Mark Sircus's impressive book  "Transdermal Magnesium Therapy"is available by clicking here. -Listener Q&A: Listener Nick calls in with a question on fast-twitch to slow-twitch muscle fiber conversion. Listener Chris asks: "With as much as Dr. Sircus talked about magnesium and magnesium deficiencies, I was surprised he didn't mention Vitamin D. Are you familiar with any of the recent research on Vitamin D and sports performance?" Click here for a link to the study mentioned in my response to Chris. Do you have a question? Remember, you can now ask your questions via *audio* to me via the free Skype software by simply "Skyping" me at username "pacificfit". You can also call toll free to 1-877-209-9439 and leave a voicemail for Ben Greenfield. -18 Ways to Help Your Body Bounce Back From An Injury Like Wolverine From X-Men: For about 4 or 5 bucks a day, you can actually vastly decrease the time that it takes for your body to heal. In this post, I tell you exactly which nutritional supplements and foods that you need to take if you are injured or experiencing inflammation. Click here to go there now - the post will take you 5 minutes to review and could add YEARS to your athletic longetivity. -You're not going to want to miss the action over at the Shape21 Lean Body Challenge website. Here is what some of the participants have to say, just 10 days into the 63 Day Fat Loss Contest using my nutrition/training manual (officially will be released on July 23, 2009): "Ben...I will not bother you much by email but I thought I would let you know that I am following the plan almost to the letter (except lunges...my knees can't take it) and getting LOTS of attention from the people around me.  I jumped the gun and started on the Monday BEFORE we were supposed to start (I swear I just missed the start date).  I walk an hour and a half per day because I am preparing for a 5K run.  The people around me are AMAZED at the changes.  It is the topic of conversation everywhere I go. I am not in this to win...I am doing it to change my life.  So far we are doing just that..." Maleah "Hey Ben! So far so good on shape21 lean body challenge....and 'frankly, im shocked! I loveeeeee it thus far and im suprised at just how much its kickin my butt, In a good way of course!  I'M loving the nutrition, its gotten me to eat more adventurously. The foam roller has become my best friend; those sprint intervals are killer...thanks!" Em "I bought all the food, started working out a week ago (Tuesday) , a little hard to fit in schedule but trying and just love the menu! I have lost 8 lbs in 7 days and getting used to the workout.(had Jabba The Hut as role model before) and not getting in as much circuits per day as desired but working my  4 Am to 7 Pm schedule is sorta tough.( about half the circuits or rather, workouts when get home). I started at 243 and now at 235. I am 51 years old, 5'10" and not really fat but BP was 150/92 and now 136/91 so progress happening. Goal is  190 . The food is really great and my girlfriend will graduate Az School of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine Tucson August so she knows all that herbal stuff and Tai Chi, Chi Gong, etc. She likes the menu when I cooked for her last weekend so I think  I am ALL in for the 63 days." Jay "I love all the strength training!  I love how it's short, tough, and always something new.  The book really explains each exercise well and the pictures make it easy to follow. I heart the Cinnamon-Banana shake... it's so delicious, especially on these hot days we've been having!  I also really enjoyed the homemade dressing for the strawberry spinach salad.  Yummy hummus recipe too...I'm proud of myself for taking my supplements regularly, I haven't always been consistent with that in the past.  Also, from a fitness standpoint, I've PR'd both races I've done since starting the challenge.  I feel like I'm healthier, stronger, and lighter." Jessi "My favorite exercise was the lunges and the overall routine workouts.  The workouts seemed to go fast and I was still very tired/sore at the end of them. My favorite food was the lettuce wraps but also want to say that I was pleasantly surprised by the menu.  Everything was good and relatively easy to prepare.  From my past eating habits I would not have guessed that I would have liked any of it...I was very happy with each meal.  I was most surprised that I stuck to it for a week.  I started the week at 203.4 and ended the week at 196.8 for a total loss of 6.6 pounds.  I have never lost that much in a week before.  I was most surprised by the fact that I was not starving and by about day 4 I did not have the huge ups and downs in blood sugar.  Even when I missed a meal for a while I did not feel like I was going to pass out and felt a lot more even throughout the day." Bob -Brand new "Unparalleled Secrets of Fat Loss" clinic in Spokane, WA and Coeur D' Alene, ID. WARNING: this is not a run-of-the mill program or standardized "weight loss clinic". You will be exposed to cutting-edge tactics  like toxin-free food planning, hyper-metabolic response exercise circuits, dietary thermogenic supplementation, food allergy elimination, hormonal response meal timing, grocery shopping mind-trick strategies and metabolic testing secrets. Click here for more information and to reserve your spot (only 12 people allowed in the class). -The ultimate audio collection: Ben Greenfield Fitness, Volumes 1 & 2 have been released as a 10 CD multi-disc set:Now you can listen to any of the health, fitness or nutrition audio episodes on the convenience of your home or car CD player. I've only ordered 100 of the sets, but you can get over 1500 minutes of cutting-edge audio today for the web-only special of $47 by clicking here. Only 20 CD sets remaining as of this post (May 28), and a $10 discount is given away in this week's podcast. Just listen in to get your $10 gift! That's all for this week. Be sure to leave our podcast a rating in iTunes! Just click here to go to our iTunes pageand leave feedback! 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 Every once in awhile, I discover shocking information that pharmaceutical companies really don't want you to know. This is information about therapies so simple, so elegant and so natural that they just can't be patented and sold for millions of dollars. For example, Podcast Episode #31 revealed Oil of Oregano to be one of the most potent and healthy anti-viral and anti-septic agents you could add to your kitchen cupboard, for under thirty bucks. In this free May 27 audio episode,I introduce another entirely natural and inexpensive compound that literally lies directly beneath your feet, in the soil. I've had my eye on this particular compound for several months, because it packs a powerful punch for human physical performance, testosterone release, muscle and strength gains, elimination of fatigue, cardiovascular health and reduction of heart attack risk, bone density, and a solution for muscular cramps and spasms. I truly believe that a whole new world of sports medicine is going to explode onto the scene when athletes and coaches find out that this 100% natural and legal performance aid is available for simple and convenient topical use. The compound is Magnesium Chloride, and I was able to hunt down one of the world's experts on the therapeutic use and application of the various forms of magnesium. Dr. Mark Sircus holds the honorary title of doctor of Oriental medicine and was one of the first nationally certified acupuncturists in the United States. For many years he has been researching into the human condition and into the causes of disease. His primary focus in recent years has been the study of environmental toxicity and diseases and he has written many books on the poisons in our environment, our foods, medicines and dental practices. Dr. Sircus is the director of the International Medical Veritas Association (IMVA), which is currently advocating radical changes in orthodox medicine. Before you read about the completely untapped resource that Dr. Sircus and I discuss in this week's audio podcast, I would highly recommend that you quickly reviewthis article on magnesium and sports performance, this article on magnesium and musculoskeletal integrity, and this article on transdermal magnesium therapy. During our discussion, Dr. Sircus reveals... -The identity of three compounds that he considers to be the "Holy Trinity of Medicine", which most Western doctors rarely consider in therapy... -A raging epidemic of magnesium deficiency, and why you cannot store enough magnesium in your own body... -The shocking complete underutilization of magnesium, especially by sports teams, coaches, and athletes... -Why magnesium is one of the leading causes of heart attacks in young, healthy people who die during exercise... -How much magnesium really ends up getting transferred (or not transferred) from the soil into your fruits and vegetables... -What the general population will discover about chronic fatigue and fat loss when they begin using topical magnesium... -The best source to find topical magnesium oil (click here for an actual link to Dr. Sircus's #1 Recommended Source for Topical Magnesium Oil) If you find this information intriguing, and you as a coach, athlete or weekend warrior want to learn even more about the topic, Dr. Sircus's impressive book  "Transdermal Magnesium Therapy"is available by clicking here.In the meantime, I am personally introducing this unbelievable sports performance compound to the training and racing protocols of myself and the athletes that I coach, as well as the individuals who I consult for fat loss and energy. We are using a simple spray-on application for the fore-arms, prior to exercise. I have found a reliable source to be Magnetic Clay Ancient Minerals Ultra Pure Magnesium Oil. Also in this podcast episode: -You're not going to want to miss the action over at the Shape21 Lean Body Challenge website, where all pictures and videos are now posted for Ben Greenfield's 63 Day Fat Loss Challenge, including the entertaining video of the girl who wants to lose her butt and the girl who is 100% convinced that she will be taking home over $400 of prizes...click here to go there now... -Brand new "Unparalleled Secrets of Fat Loss" clinic in Spokane, WA and Coeur D' Alene, ID. WARNING: this is not a run-of-the mill program or standardized "weight loss clinic". You will be exposed to cutting-edge tactics  like toxin-free food planning, hyper-metabolic response exercise circuits, dietary thermogenic supplementation, food allergy elimination, hormonal response meal timing, grocery shopping mind-trick strategies and metabolic testing secrets. Click here for more information and to reserve your spot (only 12 people allowed in the class). -"The Skinny Guy Who Needs Muscle" - just released on May 19: Remember that last week I mentioned my friend Jeff Andersen, and his special program for "skinny guys" who want to put on muscle as quickly and safely as possible? The entire package was just released on May 19. I've seen it, and it's pretty incredible. The author, Jeff Andersen, is giving away some unique free tips on the program's website, including a review of the body's 2 most anabolic hormones,  a workout training technique that targets over 300% new muscle tissue, and a  $.08 "Miracle Supplement" that significantly increases muscle-protein uptake. The program is called "Hardgainer X" and you can click here to get it, or just to read his free and unique tips for building muscle quickly. -The brand-new ultimate audio collection: Ben Greenfield Fitness, Volumes 1 & 2 have been released as a 10 CD multi-disc set:Now you can listen to any of the health, fitness or nutrition audio episodes on the convenience of your home or car CD player. I've only ordered 100 of the sets, but you can get over 1500 minutes of cutting-edge audio today for the web-only special of $47 by clicking here. Only 20 CD sets remaining as of this post (May 28), and a $10 discount is given away in this week's podcast. Just listen in to get your $10 gift! Listener Q&A: I answer the following question  in the May 28, 2009 free audio episode: From Listener Al: "1. Is there value in training hard after depleting a third or more of your glycogen stores to improve mitochondrial density? 2. Can one train his/her body to preferentially utilize fats at race pace?" Do you have a question? Remember, you can now ask your questions via *audio* to me via the free Skype software by simply "Skyping" me at username "pacificfit". You can also call toll free to 1-877-209-9439 and leave a voicemail for Ben Greenfield. That's all for this week. Be sure to leave our podcast a rating in iTunes! Just click here to go to our iTunes pageand leave feedback! 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 In this week's May 21, 2009 free audio episode: -A shocking review of an article based on the the book "Bottomfeeder", written by a gentleman named Taras Grescoe. You will not believe the mind-blowing travesties that occur on a fish farm, exactly before that "fresh salmon" ends up on your plate. I'm in contact with Mr. Grescoe's publicity office to try to get him on our show, but listen in to this week's podcast for a sneak peek (the photo above is a tasty salmon covered in sea lice. A single lice can kill a salmon, so the feed is spiked with pesticides to kill off the lice). -A review of research article: "Acute Effects of a Thermogenic Nutritional Supplement on Energy Expenditure and Cardiovascular Function at Rest, During Low-Intensity Exercise, and Recovery from Exercise". This article looks into whether "metabolism-boosting" supplements, fat loss pills, weight loss capsules and calorie-burning dietary aids are actually effective, and studied blood pressure, oxygen consumption, heart rate, and metabolic response to popular nutritional supplement ingredients. Mentioned in this review was the fat loss nutritional supplement "ThermoFactor". -Suddenly there's a bunch of research on L-Theanine, and forward-thinking companies are adding it to their energy drinks as a way to stave off depression, produce "happy hormones" in the brain, and develop laser focused energy.  Click here to read the recent story in the LA times. One company was way ahead of the game, and I've been taking their stuff for years, with none of the artificial sweeteners, sugar, or preservatives found in commercial energy drinks. It is called Delta-E, and is a pink-colored, pomegranate flavored powder that dissolves into water, or can just be applied sub-lingually. Highly recommended. -You still have complete access to the training and nutrition "diaries" and special tactics that I am incorporating with several people who are pursuing healthy and lasting fat loss in 2009. Click here to take a look at one girl from California, a 32 year old stay-at-home mom who has already tried Slimfast, Atkins, Herbalife, Body for Life, interval training, personal training, detox, low-fat diet, horseback riding, Slim in 6, a home treadmill and elliptical, mini-trampoline, gym membership, cleanses, Weight Watchers, hoodia, green tea, calorie counting, walking, hiking, Tai-bo, Wii fit, Denise Austin, bands, exercise balls, yoga and Lean for Life. Also in this podcast episode: -"The Skinny Guy Who Needs Muscle" - just released on May 19: Remember that last week I mentioned my friend Jeff Andersen, and his special program for "skinny guys" who want to put on muscle as quickly and safely as possible? The entire package was just released on May 19. I've seen it, and it's pretty incredible. The author, Jeff Andersen, is giving away some unique free tips on the program's website, including a review of the body's 2 most anabolic hormones,  a workout training technique that targets over 300% new muscle tissue, and a  $.08 "Miracle Supplement" that significantly increases muscle-protein uptake. The program is called "Hardgainer X" and you can click here to get it, or just to read his free and unique tips for building muscle quickly. -Is There Really Any Good Reason to Eat Fat? - You tell us! Give your best healthy reason or answer for consuming fat and win one of the brand new BenGreenfieldFitness "My Personal Trainer Told Me To Eat More Fat" t-shirts! Click here to give us your best healthy reason to eat more fat. Listener Q&A: I answer the following questions  in the May 21, 2009 free audio episode: From Listener Chris: "I recently was diagnosed with a stress reaction (essentially mild stress fracture) in the lateral knee.  I was told that I can still swim, but that I should stop biking by my doctor and give it 8 weeks to heal.  8 weeks to me feels like a lifetime.  I tried aqua jogging today as I have had several friends do that as their legs have healed from injury.  I found it to be mildly painful on my knee as I pulled my leg forward. When I am running in the water...as my left leg pushes down and back and my right leg pulls up and forward, I found that I had pain in the outside of my right knee.  Specifically, when my quads are tight, pulling my shin and foot forward in the water.  I wonder whether I should be strengthening my quads and my hip flexors. Similar to the pain I feel when biking and pulling up on the crank with my right leg.  This could be due to poor form in the pool, but I thought you might have some advice regarding how I can reduce this pain.  My doctor has said to avoid activities that cause my knee pain (i.e. biking and running) and, therefore, I had thought that aqua jogging would be perfect, but was disappointed to feel the pain in the knee." From Listener Scott: "I read in a fitness blog that it is difficult for men to maintain less than 9% body fat if they are eating at their maintenance caloric level.  I'm wondering what you have discovered while working with various people tying to get into shape or maintaining the shape they are in. The blog also stated men need to weigh a certain amount prior to starting a fat loss regime.  For example, a 5' 8" male needs to weigh 160lbs, 5' 9: 165lbs, 5' 10" 170lbs.  What is your opinion of this?" Do you have a question? Remember, you can now ask your questions via *audio* to me via the free Skype software by simply "Skyping" me at username "pacificfit". You can also call toll free to 1-877-209-9439 and leave a voicemail for Ben Greenfield. The first audioquestion I receive this week (meaning you actually have to call in via Skype or the toll-free number), will receive a FREE 3-Month Premium Subscription to TrainingPeaks, the world's top online fitness software. That's a $49 value! -The brand-new ultimate audio collection: Ben Greenfield Fitness, Volumes 1 & 2 have been released as a 10 CD multi-disc set:Now you can listen to any of the health, fitness or nutrition audio episodes on the convenience of your home or car CD player. I've only ordered 100 of the sets, but you can get over 1500 minutes of cutting-edge audio today for the web-only special of $47 by clicking here. Only 37 CD sets remaining as of this post (May 21), and a $10 discount is given away in this week's podcast. Just listen in to get your $10 gift! That's all for this week. Be sure to leave our podcast a rating in iTunes! Just click here to go to our iTunes page and leave feedback!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 In this May 13, 2009 free audio episode, I interview certified live cell blood analyst Cody Dahl, from Journey of Healthin Calgary, Alberta. During our discussion, he answers the following questions: 1. What is live cell blood analysis? 2. How is live cell blood analysis different from blood work done at a lab? 3. What can you see in a live cell blood analysis? 4. What kind of results and or benefits can one expect from a live cell blood analysis? 5. Who would benefit from a live cell blood analysis? 6. Why is this technology not used by mainstream medical doctors? For any listeners or readers in the Spokane, Washington area, Mr. Dahl will be at Fresh Abundance on 2015 N Division St on  May 16 & 17. Swing by and get your blood analyzed! Also in this podcast episode: -A New Program For Skinny Guys Who Want To Put On Muscle: My friend Jeff Anderson now has a free MP3 and ebook for skinny guys who are "hardgainers" and want to put on more muscle. For the last 6 years, Jeff's been dedicating much of his research to studying the "ECTOMORPH". These are the really skinny guys who no matter how hard they try, just can't seem to put on any muscle. Over the past several yeras, Jeff has been performing an experiment which took 6 "hardgainers" who had a difficult time putting on muscle and put them through a brand new 3-STEP TRAINING PROGRAM  specifically designed for the "ectomorph" body type. This experiment took 6 "hardgainers" who had a difficult time putting on muscle and put them through a brand new 3-STEP TRAINING PROGRAM Jeff specifically designed forthe "ectomorph" body type. Go to this website to view Jeff's "skinny guy" human lab rats! -"Dr. Fitt" from Podcast Episode #42, submitted some fantastic bonus reconmmendations on resources for learning more about hypothyroidism and yeast overgrowth, as well as more thoughts on vitamin D, stress fractures, and magnesium oil. -Is There Really Any Good Reason to Eat Fat? - You tell us! Give your best healthy reason or answer for consuming fat and win one of the brand new BenGreenfieldFitness "My Personal Trainer Told Me To Eat More Fat" t-shirts! Click here to give us your best healthy reason to eat more fat. Listener Q&A: I answer the following questions  in the May 13, 2009 free audio episode: From Listener Ron: "I see the value of eating beans, since they're a low-glycemic index carbohydrate and all that, but what about the terrible gas? I'm driving my family nuts since I started eating black bean dip with vegetables, hummus with garbanzo beans and putting beans on my salad." From Listener Kelsey: "I just got the BenGreenfieldFitness CD Set and I've been listening to all the episodes in my car on the way to work. I just finished the episode with Dr. Gittleman, where she talks about the Gut Flush Plan and her Colon Cleansing Kit. I feel like this might actually be the answer to all my bloating and fatigue. But how long does a colon cleanse actually take? If I've been eating crap for 10 years, will I have to take it for the next decade?" Do you have a question? Remember, you can now ask your questions via *audio* to me via the free Skype software by simply "Skyping" me at username "pacificfit". You can also call toll free to 1-877-209-9439 and leave a voicemail for Ben Greenfield. The first audioquestion I receive this week (meaning you actually have to call in via Skype or the toll-free number), will receive a FREE 3-Month Premium Subscription to TrainingPeaks, the world's top online fitness software. That's a $49 value! -The brand-new ultimate audio collection: Ben Greenfield Fitness, Volumes 1 & 2 have been released as a 10 CD multi-disc set:Now you can listen to any of the health, fitness or nutrition audio episodes on the convenience of your home or car CD player. I've only ordered 100 of the sets, but you can get over 1500 minutes of cutting-edge audio today for the web-only special of $47 by clicking here. Only 64 CD sets remaining as of this post (May 14)! That's all for this week. Be sure to leave our podcast a rating in iTunes! Just click here to go to our iTunes page and leave feedback!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 Let's start with some exciting news! The brand-new ultimate audio collection: Ben Greenfield Fitness, Volumes 1 & 2 have been released as a 10 CD multi-disc set! Now you can listen to our audio episodes on the convenience of your home or car CD player. I've only ordered 100 of the sets, but you can get yours today by clicking here. In this May 6, 2009 free audio episode, I interview Dr. Roby Mitchell, aka "Dr. Fitt" (pictured above). Dr. Mitchell graduated with honors from Texas Tech University School of Medicine in Lubbock, Texas and was selected to be the first medical student in an exchange program with Jinan University Medical School in mainland China. Over years of studying in both China and the United States, Dr. Mitchell has become an authority on nutritional medicine and bio-identical hormone replacement therapies in his own right. He served as a physician for the US Medical Triathlon Society, and even practiced as Chuck Norris's sparring partner! During our interview, Dr. Fitt discusses: -the exact age that both men and women begin to lose hormones and suffer the results (hint: much younger than you think) -the enormously important link between iodide, thyroid, fungi, and chronic inflammation -the most common nutritional deficiencies Dr. Mitchell observes in his patients, and how he treats them -visual and body cues that could easily warn you of  potential signs of hypothyroidism, including why you need to pay attention to your toe and tongue temperature, and even the bags under your eyes -the best test for identifying hormone deficiences that could be leading to chronic fatigue and low energy levels -the top hormone deficiencies that many people aren't even aware could exist in their own bodies -Dr. Mitchell's top two recommended books for the average person to learn more about bio-identical hormone replacement -and much, much more! Special Announcements in this episode: -The FDA just issued a severe warning about the metabolic-boosting fat loss supplement "Hydroxycut".  (Click here for more information about the release). This simply affirms the message that I have delivered from Day 1: it doesn't matter what your fat loss results are if they're not healthy. -A survey for you triathletes out there: why do you *really* do triathlon? Click here to read my controversial article about this question, and voice your opinions. -Don't be offended by the lack of clothing, but my new Shape21 style workout video is now out on the web. Check it out today, then hurry to register for the Shape21 63 Day Lean Body Challenge(must register by midnight on May 14, 2009). Watch A Ripped Body Workout in Sports |  View More Free Videos Online at Veoh.com Also On This Week's Podcast Episode: Listener Q&A: Detailed answers featured in the May 6, 2009 free audio episode: 1. From listener Charles: "Ben, I am in fact lifting as you suggested- I'm actually very serious about including it my training routine.  I was wondering if you could suggest a way to set up my workout schedule- for example, I'm usually doing some sort triathlon training 6 days a week and am additionally lifting about 4.  But I'm not sure, to make real strength gains, what exercises I should really focus on and where I would want to keep my rep ranges?   I don't know if you care, but recently I have been getting into Crossfit workouts.  I think that creating a hybrid program that includes exercises of high weight and intensity/ low reps, followed by a Crossfit style workout might be the best for me." Resources mentioned in my answer: Top 12 Resistance Training Routines for Endurance Athletes 2. From listener Karen: "Do you have any opinions on ice baths or cold water soaks?" 3. From listener Sal: "I am a serious marathon runner, and I currently use creatine in my training. I use it for several reasons. 1) It seems to be relatively safe with no side effects 2) Ill take anything that helps recovery 3) I currently do lower body work and core work in the gym, and i believe creatine helps me build those muscles However, creatine also causes me to carry extra water weight. I have heard that creatine does this, and I have noticed it myself. I carry a substantial amount of water weight around my midsection. After a long run where I sweat alot, I can see my abs, but if I take creatine and go a day or so without sweating, there is alot of bloating in my abs. I am worried that during taper this will have a negative effect. When I rest for my marathon, should I stop taking creatine? Or do I need to stop a few weeks in advance to get it out of my system. I want to get the benefits of it without carrying extra weight during the race. Also, will there be any problems with stopping taking it, like withdrawal symptoms? I currently take about 5g after workotus and 3g on non workout days in the morning." Websites mentioned in my answer: CreO2 from Millennium Sports From Listener Kelsey: "I raced Ironman Canada last year and I've had some complications as a result.  After some terrible coaching and poor nutrition advice I had a very difficult race.  I gained more weight in the year I was training for IMC then I had in previous years sitting on the couch.  A month before IMC I was diagnosed with a stress fracture on both of my tibias, I cut back running for the last month and pushed myself through the run on race day.  As you can imagine the run was long and cold.  8 months later and the fracture is still far from healed.  I've moved to a new city and have been struggling to find medical support. I've been off running since the race, on my bike as often as possible but would love to heal these suckers soon.  Living in Victoria BC means I have access to some unbelievable running trails and it's killing me not to get on them Any recommendations for stretches, supplements (note: I have a diary allergy so I take a calcium, multi and Vit K daily) exercises anything that may help move this injury forward." Websites mentioned in my answer: Capraflex from Mt. Capra and Osteodenx from Nikken Do you have a question? Remember, you can now ask your questions via *audio* to me via the free Skype software by simply "Skyping" me at username "pacificfit". You can also call toll free to 1-877-209-9439 and leave a voicemail for Ben Greenfield. The first audioquestion I receive this week (meaning you actually have to call in via Skype or the toll-free number), will receive a FREE 3-Month Premium Subscription to TrainingPeaks, the world's top online fitness software. That's a $49 value! Tune in next week for an interview about Live Blood Cell Anaylsis. And be sure to leave our podcast a rating in iTunes! Just click here to go to our iTunes page and leave feedback!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 In this April 21, 2009 free audio episode, I address several additional listener Q&A's, including, among other things, the best type of cooking oils, what to do if your spouse doesn't eat healthy, how to gain weight without gaining fat, a simple way to increase daily caloric intake if energy levels are low, and food combination diets. But before we get to those topics, check out this video! httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=930g6s-Gi6I So, to summarize just click here on April 26 at 6pm Pacific time! On to this week's listener Q&A...remember that you can click here listen to all the answers in this week's free audio download! Make sure you have the free Quicktime player. Listener James asks: Just wondering about healthy oils - if you cook/heat oils such as olive oil, canola oil, flaxseed oil, does this spoil their healthy attributes? Listener Mindy asks:I read somewhere through your website about combination of foods to get the best digestion. 1. Eating fruit by itself. 2. Eat mostly carb OR protein meals. So my questions are: 1. Your Shape 21 book doesn't seem to follow these guidelines, so what is the best way? 2. I personally am finding it difficult to follow and understand those 7-8 guidelines that you listed and would love for you to talk more about it and give more examples of combinations of food that do work. I've attached an easy-to-understand food combining chart for Mindy... Listener Monica asks: I want to eat healthy, but my husband has a high metabolism and doesn't need to eat healthy. I don't have time to cook two dinners at night. What should I do? Listener Charles asks: For a long time now I have battling an eating disorder, anorexia and over exercise.  I have been through a lot of treatment in the past and am currently still meeting with my support team and things are going well.  I may not look too underweight, but I am not the weight by doctors would like me to be and body fat is around 3%. My goal is to get up to about 165 lbs- I am currently about 147- and the nutritionists and doctors have set a goal weight for me of about 172 since I am just about 6-feet tall. I was wondering if you had any advice on what type of a program I could do in order to: (a) help me gain healthy weight- NOT fat.  (b) maintain the level of conditioning I have now- meaning to not get slower, as well as to build more muscle to improve my bike and swim.My nutritionist and I have developed a good healthy meal plan, but I am afraid if I gain weight, it will just all be fat and hurt my performance, even though I have been told repeatedly that with the way I work out and exercise. once I fuel my body correctly, I will see a lot of improvement. One of Ben's coached triathletes asks:I just wanted to let you know that my bike ride last week was great but I had quite a feeling of hunger about 3 1/2 - 4 hrs into the ride where I felt almost as if I was getting faint.  I took in one more goo and that helped a little.  There was no bloating which was good but that "empty" feeling made me feel weird.  Also, I have been generally really hungry lately and I'm taking my supplements. Thoughts? Do you have a question? Remember, you can now ask your questions via *audio* to me via the free Skype software by simply "Skyping" me at username "pacificfit". You can also call toll free to 1-877-209-9439 and leave a voicemail for Ben Greenfield. The first audioquestion I receive this week (meaning you actually have to call in via Skype or the toll-free number), will receive a FREE 3-Month Premium Subscription to TrainingPeaks, the world's top online fitness software. That's a $49 value! Having any trouble listening in to this podcast episode? You may need the free Quicktime player. Just click here. Also in this podcast episode... Special Announcements: -Click here for brand new information about an instant 25% discount and FREE shipping on Ben Greenfield's top recommended "Super Seven" supplements.This is your big opportunity to get a big box of all the supplements you've heard about in the podcast, delivered to your front step for you to try! -Ben Greenfield has arranged a 5% discount on food allergy, parasite, yeast, fungus, tissue mineral analysis and hormone testing offered by UniKey Health Systems. Simply visit the website or call (800) 888-4353 and reference name “Ben Greenfield” during your order. Need to know which test is right for you? Just e-mail Ben. -Congratulations to Marji, a 60 year old woman with a low metabolism and sagging energy levels who wants to reclaim her fitness and energy levels and running the Seattle Rock n’ Roll Half Marathon. Since her training with me began in January 2009, she has lost 14 pounds and shed 6% body fat, not to mention just powering through a 10K Race! Just click hereto read her story, watch her videos, listen into her phone calls and get free nutrition and fitness training advice from her program. - "Holistic Fueling for Ironman Triathlon", class by Ben Greenfield, Friday, April 24, 6-7pm at Pilgrims on 1316 N. 4th Street, Coeur D' Alene Idaho: Learn exactly how to holistically fuel the body for Ironman triathlon training and racing. Designed and taught by triathlon coach and certified sports nutritionist Ben Greenfield, this hour-long clinic will teach you how to use healthy nutrition to maximize recovery, enhance performance, delay fatigue, boost immune system and achieve your ultimate Ironman goals. Whether training or racing, you'll discover that it actually is possible to consume the thousands of necessary calories per day without sacrificing your health. You'll leave with a triathlete grocery shopping list for pre-workouts, post-workouts, race day and much, much more! - Saturday, May 9 - Thursday, May 14, 2009: The Critical Speed Coeur D' Alene Triathlon Camp - Come train on the Ironman Coeur D'Alene course with coaches included Ben Greenfield for 4 days. The timing of this camp, just six weeks out from race day, cannot be better for those training for Ironman CdA. Race strategy, nutrition lectures, physiology testing, biomechanical analysis, and much, much more from American and Canadian coaches, physicians, and sports scientists. - Triathletes can have access to full training programs written by Ben Greenfield at a fraction of the cost of monthly coaching. Just click here to go to a website where you can review your training plan options and get a free TrainingPeaks account (P.S. Use code "BGF" for a $20 savings on any Ironman training plan, including the nutrition plan). Be sure to leave our podcast a rating in iTunes! 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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 In this April 14, 2009 free audio episode, I address the following listener Q&A's: Listener Jenny asks via call-in audio: Is there any difference between fish oil and flax seed oil? Will I get an advantage with taking one vs. the other? Or should I just take them both? -In my response, I give Jenny a detailed explanation that goes into the difference in oxidation, toxins, mercury, PCB's and saturated fat in fish oil vs. flax seed oil. Listener William asks:I was just reading an article in the newspaper about some people who have quit giving their children dairy in an attempt to get rid of skin eczema. How much of a correlation is there between milk and dairy consumption and presence of acne or other skin problems? -My response to William goes into great detail on all the different hormones in cow's milk and why they may be potentially hazardous, not just for acne, but for many other health conditions. I personally use powdered goat's milk, from a company called Mt. Capra. Listener Valarie asks: In your conversation with Dr. Akers, you talked about a stick. What is that? Where can I get one? How do you use it? -In the podcast, I reference a Muscletrac device, which, in my opinion, is one of the better options on the market. Listener Frank asks: I listened to your Podcast Episode #38, in which you talked about prostate health, especially for male cyclists. Can you talk more about the saw palmetto extract and rye pollen that you mentioned? -To answer Frank's question, I've featured in the podcast interview section a fantastic talk on the use of natural remedies such as saw palmetto extract, prostelan and rye pollen for prostate health, erectile dysfunction, and urinary issues. This is one of the best talks I've ever heard on the issue. It features Cary Nosler, who served as host of The Wide World of Health on KSTE-AM since 1994, and was previously the host of Best of Health on KFIA-AM, a spokesperson for IMPaX Healthprime and the developer of Captain Carrot Nutritional Products. Here's a link to the "Prostelan" that Cary talks about. Do you have a question? Remember, you can now ask your questions via *audio* to me via the free Skype software by simply "Skyping" me at username "pacificfit". You can also call toll free to 1-877-209-9439 and leave a voicemail for Ben Greenfield. The first audioquestion I receive this week (meaning you actually have to call in via Skype or the toll-free number), will receive a FREE 3-Month Premium Subscription to TrainingPeaks, the world's top online fitness software. That's a $49 value! Having any trouble listening in to this podcast episode? You may need the free Quicktime player. Just click here. Also in this podcast episode... Special Announcements: -Congratulations to Farah, the 32 year old stay-at-home mom who has already tried Slimfast, Atkins, Herbalife, Body for Life, interval training, personal training, detox, low-fat diet, horseback riding, Slim in 6, a home treadmill and elliptical, mini-trampoline, gym membership, cleanses, Weight Watchers, hoodia, green tea, calorie counting, walking, hiking, Tai-bo, Wii fit, Denise Austin, bands, exercise balls, yoga and Lean for Life! Since her training with me began in January 2009, she has lost 17 pounds of fat! Just click here to read her story, watch her videos, listen into her phone calls and get free nutrition and fitness training advice from her program. - "Holistic Fueling for Ironman Triathlon", class by Ben Greenfield, Friday, April 24, 6-7pm at Pilgrims on 1316 N. 4th Street, Coeur D' Alene Idaho: Learn exactly how to holistically fuel the body for Ironman triathlon training and racing. Designed and taught by triathlon coach and certified sports nutritionist Ben Greenfield, this hour-long clinic will teach you how to use healthy nutrition to maximize recovery, enhance performance, delay fatigue, boost immune system and achieve your ultimate Ironman goals. Whether training or racing, you'll discover that it actually is possible to consume the thousands of necessary calories per day without sacrificing your health. You'll leave with a triathlete grocery shopping list for pre-workouts, post-workouts, race day and much, much more! -Sunday, April 26, 6pm LIVE online video Q&A: "Ben Greenfield's Top Metabolism Boosting Exercises That Require NO Fancy Gym Equipment." - Learn the best body weight exercises for instantly burning fat, boosting heart rate, and enhancing lean muscle tightening and toning. On Sunday, April 26, at 6pm Pacific Time, simply click here to go to a LIVE online video Q&A and demonstration with Ben Greenfield (WATCH the video below to see why you don't want to miss this!). This free online live video conference was originally scheduled in March, but has been moved to April 26! - Saturday, May 9 - Thursday, May 14, 2009: The Critical Speed Coeur D' Alene Triathlon Camp - Come train on the Ironman Coeur D'Alene course with coaches included Ben Greenfield for 4 days. The timing of this camp, just six weeks out from race day, cannot be better for those training for Ironman CdA. Race strategy, nutrition lectures, physiology testing, biomechanical analysis, and much, much more from American and Canadian coaches, physicians, and sports scientists. - Triathletes can have access to full training programs written by Ben Greenfield at a fraction of the cost of monthly coaching. Just click here to go to a website where you can review your training plan options and get a free TrainingPeaks account (P.S. Use code "BGF" for a $20 savings on any Ironman training plan, including the nutrition plan). Be sure to leave our podcast a rating in iTunes! Just click here to go to our iTunes page and leave feedback!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Click to Subscribe to All Ben's Fitness & Get A Free Surprise Gift from Ben.   This podcast is a must-listen for any of you out there who have chronic injuries, aches and pains that just won't go away, or a plateau in your physical or athletic performance. In this April 7, 2009 free audio interview, I speak with Dr. Herb Akers, who is a Chiropractor, Nutritionist, Applied Kinesiologist and Medical Intuitive. He is the founder and developer of the Art of Matrix-ReGeneration, a healing approach that combines traditional healing with an understanding of quantum physics. Dr. Akers believes in enhancing health and human performance through developing and expanding self-awareness, which occurs primarily through the release of physical, chemical and mental holding patterns. Fascial release, nutritional cleansing, and yoga are a few of the techniques that he uses synergistically to lay the groundwork for an understanding of what really ails the human body. During this interview, Dr. Akers teaches: -The amazing healing touch that he has developed since the age of 7 in New Zealand -The one anatomical part of your body that is the key to understanding injury everywhere else -How to use muscle feedback and biofeedback responses to diagnose functional problems -The secrets to overcome the mind's resistance to limitations, and expand the possibilities of what you can achieve -Why Quantum Theory plays a crucial role in the healing and performance process -How to "listen to" the body in order to balance the mind and achieve a path of healing -Why a simple ankle sprain could be one of the worst injuries that you will ever experience -What the "Rules of the Matrix" are, and how they are crucial to "fight and flight" athletic performance -How the simple act of walking could do more damage to your body than you think -Practical ways that you can incorporate the concepts discussed into your daily routine Also included in this podcast episode... Listener Q&A: Listener Steve asks: I read your latest article which emphasized leg exercises.  However, are squats good for people over a certain age (ex: 40+, etc)?  Is the juice worth the squeeze for us older athletes, or can we substitute another exercise in lieu of squats? In my answer, I include, in addition toSquat Video, I also introduce Steve to the One Leg Bridge Video, the One Arm Deadlift Video, the Lunge Video, and theMulti-Directional Lunge Video. Listener Stephen asks: One of your listeners mentioned about drinking diet pop/soda and we know how bad it is for you.  But, I came across a product called Zevia and wanted to know if you approved this product at all. It has Stevia as the sweetener which I've heard you promote if you need to use a sweetener.  The ingredients in Zevia are:  Triple Filtered Carbonated Water, Natural Erythritol, Natural GMO-Free Caramel Color, Stevia leaf, Citric Acid and natural flavors. They have a cola that has natural caffeine and a natural ginger rootbeer. Is this OK? Listener Craig asks: I have a couple more questions.  One is for a friend of mine.  He’s interested in the ZMK and wanted to know if he should just take it for a month, or cycle it, or just take it as long as he wants to pay for it?  Do any of these ways matter? I’m also curious about cutting.  I’ve gained nearly 10 lbs since I last emailed you and want to cut a bit, but I don’t want to lose the muscle I’ve gained.  I’m thinking about eating less and have read to eat 500 cals under my maintenance level.  I’m also considering taking a thermogenic product like Muscletech’s Hydroxycut hardcore or millennium labs shred xs hardcore.  I’ve never taken a product like either of these and was wondering if you knew about them?  I want to cut the fat, without losing muscle and am not sure of the best way to do this. I’m currently on EAS creatine monohydrate, L-Glutamine, Universal Shock Therapy (an NO product), and millennium ZMK. Should I stop using creatine, the zmk, and the shock therapy if I use the thermogenic?  Are any of these contradictory products that should not be taken together?  I can see the individual benefits of each of these products, but I feel like there’s a lot of them and I might be over doing it a little. I am very interested in any advice you might have about a good combination of these products to attain my goal of more muscle and less fat. In my response to this question, I also mention and recommend fat-burning supplements Thermofactor and Leanfactor. Remember, you can now ask your questions via *audio* to me via the free Skype software by simply "Skyping" me at username "pacificfit". You can also call toll-free to 1-877-209-9439 and leave a voicemail for Ben Greenfield. The first audio question I receive this week (meaning you actually have to call in via Skype or the toll-free number), will receive a FREE 3-Month Premium Subscription to TrainingPeaks, the world's top online fitness software. That's a $49 value! Special Announcements: -Many exciting updates on the eight individuals that are training through 2009 with Ben Greenfield! Just click here to read their stories, watch their videos, listen into their phone calls and get free nutrition and fitness training advice. - "Holistic Fueling for Ironman Triathlon", class by Ben Greenfield, Friday, April 24, 6-7pm at Pilgrims on 1316 N. 4th Street in `Coeur D' Alene Idaho: Learn exactly how to holistically fuel the body for Ironman triathlon training and racing. Designed and taught by triathlon coach and certified sports nutritionist Ben Greenfield, this hour-long clinic will teach you how to use healthy nutrition to maximize recovery, enhance performance, delay fatigue, boost immune system and achieve your ultimate Ironman goals. Whether training or racing, you'll discover that it actually is possible to consume the thousands of necessary calories per day without sacrificing your health. You'll leave with a triathlete grocery shopping list for pre-workouts, post-workouts, race day and much, much more! - Saturday, May 9 - Thursday, May 14, 2009: The Critical Speed Coeur D' Alene Triathlon Camp - Come train on the Ironman Coeur D'Alene course with coaches included Ben Greenfield for 4 days. The timing of this camp, just six weeks out from race day, cannot be better for those training for Ironman CdA. Race strategy, nutrition lectures, physiology testing, biomechanical analysis, and much, much more from American and Canadian coaches, physicians, and sports scientists. - Triathletes can have access to full training programs written by Ben Greenfield at a fraction of the cost of monthly coaching INCLUDING THE BRAND NEW, RECENTLY RELEASED COMPLETE IRONMAN NUTRITION PLAN! Just click here to go to a website where you can review your training plan options and get a free TrainingPeaks account (P.S. Use code "BGF" for a $20 savings on any Ironman training plan, including the nutrition plan). Be sure to leave our podcast a rating in iTunes! Just click here to go to our iTunes page and leave feedback! Click here for the full written transcript of this podcast episodeSee 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 This is a jam-packed podcast episode! In the feature section  of this March 31, 2009 free audio episode,Dr. Dallas Clouatre,  a well-established author and consultant in the alternative and complimentary medicine and nutrition field, gives a compelling, thought-provoking, and incredibly informational talk on exactly how to rapidly accelerate fat loss, tone and enhance lean muscle tone using proven scientific techniques. Along the way, you'll learn some very fun and interesting facts, including: -Why fat is not a problem in your diet if you're trying to lose weight -Which nutrition compound exactly is the problem and how many pounds of it you unknowingly consume -Why something called "protein decoupling" is a key in weight loss, and how not understanding could cause failure to shed fat -How popular fat loss supplements can destroy your kidneys and leave you more likely to gain fat -A very simple explanation of why insulin is one of the prime keys to weight loss, and how even non-diabetics can have insulin resistance During this interview. Dr. Coutre doesdiscuss brand name "Impax" dietary supplements, particularly LeanFactor and ThermoFactor, mentioning the ingredients "Guggulsterones", "Forskolin" and "Advantra Z". But this is not meant to be a commercial for supplements - trust me, you're going to get alotof incredible information from this talk. Also included in this podcast episode: -Product Review: I review the cutting-edge "Yoga For Endurance Athletes" interactive DVD, which actually really impressed me, since I often don't have the time to attend, say, an hour-long yoga class. This DVD includes over 2 hours of yoga moves, but let's you "mix-n-match" your own sections, like IT bands, Shoulders, Breathing or Hamstrings. My wife and I actually were able to do a quick but highly effective 25 minute yoga workout while the kids were napping and we hit the exact sections we wanted by just selecting them on the DVD menu, without having to worry about driving to the gym, warm-up, or laying on the mat for 10 minutes afterwards (although that is an option on the DVD). There are also some pre-set routines, like "Strength", "Balance", or, my favorite, "Focus", which is supposed to get you ready for a race. Just below, here's a video with even more information and a demo. You can get the "Yoga For Endurance Athletes" DVD by clicking here. Listener Q&A: Ronnie asks: "I'm looking for a good energy drink - do spinning classes but feel quite tired through the class. I am fit but recently legs struggle a bit during class." Bob asks: "Ben, I have a couple questions. I am a relatively new triathlete (Olympic distance) and am also trying to lose about 20 pounds of body fat.  Unfortunately, I am unemployed due to the economy and have limited funds.  I have been struggling with feeling good on my workouts as well as with weight loss.  My questions are: How does stress (mental such as stress of being unemployed) affect workout and weight loss? And how would you prioritize a limited budget for weight loss/workout?  For example will I get my most bang for the buck with supplements and a store bought workout plan, or would I be better off spending all the money on a personal trainer, etc.  I know that is vague but would appreciate the guidance. Thanks as always for the great support and advice." Call-in listener Drew also has a question about too much testosterone and whether or not it could be harmful for cross country runners. Remember, you can now ask your questions via *audio* to me via the free Skype software by simply "Skyping" me at username "pacificfit". You can also call toll free to 1-877-209-9439 and leave a voicemail for Ben Greenfield. The first audioquestion I receive this week (meaning you actually have to call in via Skype or the toll-free number), will receive a FREE 3-Month Premium Subscription to TrainingPeaks, the world's top online fitness software. That's a $49 value! Special Announcements: "Holistic Fueling for Ironman Triathlon", class by Ben Greenfield, Friday, April 24, 6-7pm at Pilgrims on 1316 N. 4th Street in in Coeur D' Alene Idaho: Learn exactly how to holistically fuel the body for Ironman triathlon training and racing. Designed and taught by triathlon coach and certified sports nutritionist Ben Greenfield, this hour-long clinic will teach you how to use healthy nutrition to maximize recovery, enhance performance, delay fatigue, boost immune system and achieve your ultimate Ironman goals. Whether training or racing, you'll discover that it actually is possible to consume the thousands of necessary calories per day without sacrificing your health. You'll leave with a triathlete grocery shopping list for pre-workouts, post-workouts, race day and much, much more! Be sure to leave our podcast a rating in iTunes! Just click here to go to our iTunes page and leave feedback.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 In this March 24, 2009 free audio episode, I address several listener questions, including the following: -Listener Steven asks: "Sometimes I wake up in the middle of the night; I usually go to the bathroom drink a half glass of water and go back to bed.   But sometimes I have a little craving and sometimes have a handful of one of your trail mix recipes that I have stored in the frig, or a 1/4 or 1/2 of a Bumblebar with the water.  Is this OK to do?  Are these items OK or would you recommend something else?  Is waking up in the middle of the night with a craving an indication of not getting enough of a particular nutrient (i.e. carbs)?" -Listener Karen asks: "I'm afraid my kids are addicted to junk food, but unfortunately Ben, I can't just start feeding them goat's milk and quinoa like your kids or they will run away forever. What's your advice on changing my childrens' diet?" -Listener Jason has a "call-in" Q&A on hydration, and I respond with discussion about a certain type of supplement that could allow you to "hyperhydrate". Remember, you can now ask your questions via *audio* to me via the free Skype software by simply "Skyping" me at username "pacificfit". You can also call toll free to 1-877-209-9439 and leave a voicemail for Ben Greenfield. The first audioquestion I receive this week (meaning you actually have to call in via Skype or the toll-free number), will receive a FREE 3-Month Premium Subscription to TrainingPeaks, the world's top online fitness software. That's a $49 value! Be sure to leave our podcast a rating in iTunes! Just click here to go to our iTunes pageand leave feedback. ----------------------------------------- Also included in this podcast: -Join Ben Greenfield's Affiliate Program - Make money and get a monthly commission check by featuring Ben Greenfield's books & programs on your website. Just click here to find out exactly how. - Saturday, May 9 - Thursday, May 14, 2009: The Critical Speed Coeur D' Alene Triathlon  Camp - Come train on the Ironman Coeur D'Alene course with coaches included Ben Greenfield for 4 days. The timing of this camp, just six weeks out from race day, cannot be better for those training for Ironman CdA. Race strategy, nutrition lectures, physiology testing, biomechanical analysis, and much, much more from American and Canadian coaches, physicians, and sports scientists. -"Supplement Mania"; Use 10% discount code "BGF" to receive a FREE SHIPPING on any of the supplements listed HERE, including the main ingredient of Ben's Secret Energy Drink Tea Recipe- 1 packet delta-E mixed with 8oz hot water. Click here to get your hands on the delta-E that Ben talks about in the podcast episode - a powerful nutrient rich combo of Green Tea, Pomegranate,  Suntheanine (the purest form of L-Theanine) and the most bio-active form of B12 (Methylcobalamin), which supports healthy brain and nerve function. Extremely low sugar and carbohydrates, with no artificial sweeteners. -Ben Greenfield's new program "The IT Band Friection Fix" for bulletproofing your knee! Click here to go to http://www.bulletproofknee.com for this just released, step-by-step system with full video and text modules for teaching you cutting-edge training, nutritional and rehabilitation techniques to eliminate pain in the side of your knee from iliotibial band friction syndrome and tendonitis. -Triathletes can have access to full training programs written by Ben Greenfield at a fraction of the cost of monthly coaching INCLUDING THE BRAND NEW, RECENTLY RELEASED COMPLETE IRONMAN NUTRITION PLAN! Just click here to go to a website where you can review your training plan options and get a free TrainingPeaks account (P.S. Use code "BGF" for a $20 savings on any Ironman training plan, including the nutrition plan).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.