Muscle Intelligence

On today’s episode, we welcome Zach Bitter. Zach is an endurance athlete and coach and he is nothing short of a high achiever. He consistently runs 100-mile ultra-marathons and is now in the midst of preparing for an even greater race.

Today’s guest is Jacques Taylor, founder of The Exercise Design Lab, MyoTopia, and developer of Neuro-Logic Training (N-LT). Jacques is a neuroscientist and exercise scientist with over 25 years of education and experience. He joins us on the podcast once again to share with us his passion around the tactics and the strategies to actually change your mind.

Joining us today is Strength and Conditioning legend and the ultimate Coach's coach Phil Learney.  Phil is a long time mentor to up and coming coaches still mentoring clients from his home location in London.  In this episode Phil shares his best advice from over 20 years in the fitness industry!

Joining us today is a member of the ISSN and international protein board, Dr. Paul Arciero.  Dr. Arciero discusses his protein pacing protocol with us as well as how he is gamifying exercise for his clients to increase brain cognition. Time Stamps What is protein pacing and what are they doing over at Prise? [0:41]  Why would someone who is healthy need less protein than someone who is not? [5:12] The concept of gluconeogenesis and what happens with excess protein. [10:32] Does the body become more efficient when you limit the availability of amino acids? [17:55] What effect does endurance/cardiovascular exercise have on brain health? [21:35] What are they doing nutritionally to increase brain functionality? [28:40] The benefits of gamifying exercise to increase brain cognition. [32:50] The Prise Protocol explained. [35:45] The importance of recharging your batteries and getting into the parasympathetic state to recover. [41:20] The insanity of what we subject our body to and practices you can put into place to lessen the toxic intake. [46:38] Featured Guest Paul J. Arciero (@paularciero) | Twitter Website Related Links/Products Mentioned The PRISE Protocol by Dr. Paul Arciero PRISE LIfe - Home | Facebook The Runner’s High: Opioidergic Mechanisms in the Human Brain Black Box VR - Immersive Virtual Reality Gym and Fitness Experience People Mentioned Stuart Phillips, PhD (@mackinprof) | Twitter

Today we dive into what it takes to be a champion with Olympic Athlete, Mindset Coach and Mentor Dr. Jeff Spencer.  Dr. Spencer's journey has brought him beyond an amazing career in cycling to become one of the top mindset and business coaches in the world working with the likes of Dave Asprey of Bulletproof and countless others.  Tune in now to hear Dr. Spencer's greatest advice for mental mastery.   Time Stamps His journey to becoming an Olympic athlete. [2:18] The supernatural ‘calling’ he experienced that changed the course of his life. [6:16] The ‘angels’ that shaped him as person. [8:17] Why you MUST embrace the process rather than the result. [10:41] How the word can’t does not exist in his vocabulary. [12:11] The process of mastering the ‘Champion’s Mindset’. [13:30] The 5 Steps of Preparation: Clarity, Motive, Impact, Mindset and Resources. [17:53] The idea of producing excellence to honor your potential. [39:45] Why we always need to be evolving towards our biggest future. [42:07] The Champion’s Golden Rule: The 10 steps to achieve your greatness. [46:51] How to determine your legacy statement. [57:06] What are his daily rituals? [1:00:43] How does he eat/train now to stay fit? [1:04:28] His journey to becoming an Olympic athlete. [2:18] The supernatural ‘calling’ he experienced that changed the course of his life. [6:16] The ‘angels’ that shaped him as person. [8:17] Why you MUST embrace the process rather than the result. [10:41] How the word can’t does not exist in his vocabulary. [12:11] The process of mastering the ‘Champion’s Mindset’. [13:30] The 5 Steps of Preparation: Clarity, Motive, Impact, Mindset and Resources. [17:53] The idea of producing excellence to honor your potential. [39:45] Why we always need to be evolving towards our biggest future. [42:07] The Champion’s Golden Rule: The 10 steps to achieve your greatness. [46:51] How to determine your legacy statement. [57:06] What are his daily rituals? [1:00:43] How does he eat/train now to stay fit? [1:04:28] Featured Guest Dr. Jeff Spencer (@jeffspencer) | Twitter Website Goal Achievement Roadmap Experience Related Links/Products Mentioned Goal Clarity - Jeff Spencer Dr Jeff Spencer | Big mentalities for superhuman rewards Three Feet From Gold: Turn Your Obstacles Into Opportunities (Think and Grow Rich Series) Champion's Golden Rule - Jeff Spencer People Mentioned Dr Gabrielle Lyon, DO (@drgabriellelyon) • Instagram  Dave Asprey (@dave.asprey) • Instagram

Today we are demystifying TRT therapy with author and educator Jay Campbell.  Jay is the founder of the TRT Revolution which dives deep on the latest exogenous testosterone research through via social media, podcasts, articles and books.    In this episode Jay and Ben discuss their personal experiences with testosterone as well as other hormone altering pharmaceuticals.  Jay presents the latest cutting edge research that challenges the paradigm of what your protocol should be on TRT and much more!   Time Stamps   Jay’s spiritual journey ad the wisdom/knowledge he has learned along the way. [4:04] How did he get involved in the hormone optimization realm? [8:50] Do therapeutic ranges of testosterone increase systemic estrogen? [13:25] When are the estrogen levels too high or low for men? What are side effects? [19:07] How visceral fat leads to all disease + the importance of ‘intelligent’ training. [28:45] What are the negative implications of testosterone prostate? [35:33] Is there an optimal place to hold your testosterone? [38:38] The ‘lab coat’ god syndrome. [41:45] What are signs you are testosterone deficient? [44:25] What should you be doing to optimize testosterone naturally? [47:12] The stigmas surrounding TRT. [52:50] The importance of optimizing your thyroid + the dangers of AI’s. [54:45] How alcohol is the destroyer of worlds. [1:03:05] Why you must live your life with the avoidance of social media. [1:05:00] The PROPER delivery systems and injection cycles of testosterone. [1:06:48] His take of HCG (Human chorionic gonadotropin). [1:14:08] Featured Guest Jay Campbell (@trtrevolution) • Instagram/Twitter Website Podcast Related Links/Products Mentioned The Definitive Testosterone Replacement Therapy MANual: How to Optimize Your Testosterone For Lifelong Health And Happiness – Book by Jay Campbell The Dangers of Estrogen Inhibition in Men Utilizing TOT Estrogeneration: How Estrogenics Are Making You Fat, Sick, and Infertile – Book by Anthony G. Jay Infertility and the provision of infertility medical services in developing countries Estrogen In Men: Good, Bad, Indifferent? An Evidence-Based Review for Optimal Health w/Dr. Neal Rouzier Part 1 Aromatase inhibitors in men: effects and therapeutic options The Importance of Sleep & The Threat of Artificial Blue Light Exposure w/James Swanwick Digital Minimalism: Choosing a Focused Life in a Noisy World - Book by Cal Newport The Current State of Male Hormone Replacement Therapy w/Jim Meehan People Mentioned Dr. Robert Kominiarek Dr. Anthony G. Jay (@anthonygjay) • Instagram Joseph T. Cruise, M.D Chris Barakat, MS, ATC, CISSN (@christopher.barakat) • Instagram Dr. Jordan Shallow D.C (@the_muscle_doc) • Instagram Abraham Morgentaler, MD Dr. Neal Rouzier (@PMCHormoneDoc) | Twitter Keith Nichols MD (@DrKeithHRTMD) | Twitter James Swanwick (@jamesswanwick) • Instagram Jim Meehan, MD (@DocMeehan) · Twitter

We are back with more awesomeness with Dr. Scott Stevenson.     Does he manipulate mind/muscle connection with his clients? [0:00] The concept of ‘motor morons’. [6:25] An exploration on force velocity, cheat reps, find the RIGHT training partner & MORE. [8:00] A conversation on exercise selection and why people do the ones they do. [23:30] Why he wrote “Be Your Own Bodybuilding Coach” and the idea of ‘climbing your own mountain’. [35:10] The 3 biggest mistakes people make transiting from offseason into contest prep? [53:03] Featured Guest Scott Stevenson (@fortitude_training) • Instagram Website Related Links/Products Mentioned Be Your Own Bodybuilding Coach – Book by Dr. Scott Stevenson 026- Living in 4D- Optimizing Body, Mind, and Soul with Paul Chek People Mentioned Ronnie Coleman (@ronniecoleman8) • Instagram John Meadows (@mountaindog1) • Instagram Paul Chek (@paul.chek) • Instagram Sam Harris (@samharrisorg) • Instagram

Joining us today is world renown bodybuilding coach Dr. Scott Stevenson!  Dr. Stevenson is one of the most well rounded scientists and coaches in bodybuilding.  Over Scott's career he has spent time in research, coached 100's of athletes and wrote the "New Bodybuilding Bible" How to Be Your Own Bodybuilding Coach.   Make sure to check out Pt 2 coming to you Thursday.   If you would like to learn more about exercise execution for YOUR body visit HypertrophyMastery.com

Mark "Smelly" Bell returns!  We sat down for a conversation with Mark to discuss the latest in the SlingShot founder's world.  Mark has been getting out of his comfort zone lately and he is here to talk about it!  First we discuss the evolution of his training to incorporate bodybuilding, CrossFit and even yoga into his practice.  We also dive into his changing diet and his experimentation with carnivore, low carb and bodybuilding style diets.  Lastly we wrap up with a discussion on leadership and family.  Mark delivers some great wisdom on how he balances running several successful businesses with home life and what he feels makes a great corporate leader.

Ben recently joined the legendary Paul Chek in his home for a day of exercise, spiritual practice and of course great conversation.  Join us as Ben and Paul discuss Paul's unique, integrative approach to health through alternative medicine, movement and connecting with your soul.   This episode is brought to you by Four Sigmatic.  Use code Muscle for 15% off your mushroom order at FourSigmatic.com