

Muscle Intelligence
Ben Pakulski
The Muscle Intelligence Podcast empowers men with the skills, habits, beliefs and processes to lead from the front. After spending more than 25 years in the health and fitness industry, Ben has done the research, coached, worked with or spoken to the best in class, and distilled it down into actionable items for you to take away and implement.
If you're an executive, entrepreneur or high-performer who wants to work smarter, not lose his edge as he ages, or just get the advice of someone who has been in the trenches for the last 25 years, this podcast is for you.
If you're an executive, entrepreneur or high-performer who wants to work smarter, not lose his edge as he ages, or just get the advice of someone who has been in the trenches for the last 25 years, this podcast is for you.
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Sep 7, 2023 • 54min
The Key to Bold Leadership and True Masculinity with Bedros Keuilian #353
If you're a man over 35 looking for a simple, effective and personalized plan to help you look, feel and perform better than you did in your 20s, head to https://muscleintelligence.com/mipapply to learn more about our upcoming programs. Today I've recast an episode that highlights how to take real action, get clear about your goals, and step into the leadership role you are destined to fulfill... Bedros Keuilian, my friend and business mentor, joins me on the podcast today. Bedros is a serial entrepreneur with multi-million dollar generating businesses in franchising, software, digital marketing, and business consulting. He's known as the hidden genius that entrepreneurs and business experts turn to when they want to quickly scale their business, boost sales and increase profits. And he's best known for his ability to help his clients quickly establish expert and authority positioning, and become the predominant brand in their field... Bedros goes through his entire framework for becoming an authority in your field, as well as his tips to STAY passionate and ambitious throughout the entire entrepreneurial journey. He also debunks the cultural norms that aim to destabilize masculinity, and outlines the true qualities of honorable, masculine men. If you're a high-performing male, or someone aspiring to rise to the top - this one's for you. Don't forget to pick up your copy of the episode guide at muscleintelligence.com/learn You'll learn: A Framework for Bold and Effective Leadership Tools to Overcome Limiting Beliefs for Personal Growth How to Embrace Feedback and Make Changes Accordingly The Power of a Mission and How to Lead a Team with It When to Challenge Societal Narratives of Masculinity Learn more from Bedros: https://bedroskeuilian.com/ https://www.instagram.com/bedroskeuilian/

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Sep 5, 2023 • 1h 16min
How to Optimize Testosterone Levels for Longevity with Jay Campbell #352
Jay Campbell, expert in testosterone optimization for longevity, discusses natural ways to optimize testosterone levels, meat quality and pesticide regulations, understanding estradiol and removing toxins for children's health, the importance of estrogen in the body, and optimizing testosterone for longevity.

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Aug 31, 2023 • 60min
Six-Pillar Series: Mindset Optimization #351
Brian Johnson, Steven Kotler, Dr. Scott Barry Kaufman, and Ray Cash Care share wisdom on mindset and lifestyle optimization. Topics include flow state for peak performance, steps for high effectiveness, achieving goals, and turning weaknesses into strengths.

Aug 28, 2023 • 60min
Recast: Resistance Training as the Key to Health and Longevity with Sal Di Stefano #350
Sal Di Stefano, personal trainer and co-founder of Mind Pump Media, discusses the benefits of resistance training for overall health and longevity, including improved metabolism, insulin sensitivity, and bone mass. He also explores the fascinating concept of myokines released during exercise and their positive effects on the brain, vascular tissue, and muscles. Additionally, the podcast dives into the impact of resistance training on appetite and glucose management, the benefits of priming before workouts, and the connection between fitness, personal growth, and spiritual health.

Aug 25, 2023 • 53min
DNA, Detoxification, and Light Medicine with Dr. Ana Mihalcea #349
Dr. Ana Mihalcea, a physician blending science and spirituality, discusses the impact of light and sound waves on DNA, detoxification practices, and using peptides for longevity. She emphasizes the power of consciousness in healing and the need for natural alternatives. The podcast also explores the integration of science and spirituality in medicine, identifying food and environmental triggers, torsion physics, and teachings of Ramtha on divine nature and light medicine.

Aug 21, 2023 • 1h 1min
Recast: Peptides for Brain Optimization, Composition & Longevity with Ryan Smith #348
Ryan Smith, Co-founder of Tailor Made Compounding, discusses peptides for brain optimization, composition, and longevity. Topics include improving cognitive function, supporting body composition goals, influencing HgH and testosterone levels with peptides, safe sourcing, and seeking open-minded physicians.

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Aug 17, 2023 • 1h 6min
Recast: The Formula for a Profitable Fitness Business with Alex Hormozi #347
Alex Hormozi, entrepreneur and business coach, shares his valuable insights on successful sales, effective business decisions, and maximizing customer value. He reveals his high-impact system for closing clients and a four-step monetization structure. Other topics include setting expectations, building trust, overcoming objections, tonality in sales, reinforcing decisions, creating an identity shift, and making compelling offers.

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Aug 14, 2023 • 1h 31min
Back Pain Treatment, Prevention and Insights from Leading Spine Expert Dr. Stuart McGill #346
If you're a man over 35 looking for a simple, effective and personalized plan to help you look, feel and perform better than you did in your 20s, head to https://muscleintelligence.com/mipapply to learn more about our upcoming programs. According to the NIH, 8 out of 10 people are affected by back pain at some point in their lives... I've seen it in those who are quite sedentary, as well as in my most high-performing, active clients. As with most problems, however, there is an effective framework and process that can lead to a solution. And, so, I went to see the world's foremost expert in assessing, diagnosing, and treating back pain... Today on the Muscle Intelligence Podcast, I'm joined by Dr. Stuart McGill, who is THE go-to expert for high performers who experience back pain, and for the most difficult cases of back pain. Dr. McGill spent 30 years as a professor at the University of Waterloo, where he is a distinguished professor emeritus. His laboratory and experimental research clinic investigated issues related to the causal mechanisms of back pain, how to rehabilitate back-pained people and enhance both injury resilience and performance. Dr. McGill now operates as the Chief Science Officer of his BackFitPro Inc. clinic, where I was lucky enough to record this in-person interview. We discuss everything from the affect of muscle hypertrophy on joints, to the different pain patterns that present in various sports and activities (and how to address them), to the mindset of elite athletes... If you (like me), are fascinated by how the human body works - this one's for you. You'll learn: The Mechanics of Muscle Hypertrophy and Effects on Joints How the Mindset of Elite Athletes Affects Pain and Performance What is Required of the Spine in Different Sport Settings How Spinal Joint Architecture Aids in Specific Activities How to Understand Pain Triggers to Navigate and Manage Back Pain Learn more from Dr. Stuart McGill: https://backfitpro.com Please support our sponsors: BiOptimizers MagBreakthrough is one of my top two favorite, staple supplements. What's the second one? BiOptimizers MassZymes. Get 10% off these fantastic products at magbreakthrough.com/muscleintelligence and masszymes.com/muscle - OR use code MUSCLE10 to get 10% off their entire product line. Don't forget to pick up your free copy of the episode guide at muscleintelligence.com/learn.

Aug 10, 2023 • 49min
Four Training Mistakes & Effective Programming Over 35 #345
If you're a man over 35 looking for a simple, effective and personalized plan to help you look, feel and perform better than you did in your 20s, head to https://muscleintelligence.com/mipapply to learn more about our upcoming programs. You may not have any serious bodybuilding aspirations... Most men over 35 simply want to feel great. We want the ability to perform in the gym, in the boardroom, and as the leader of our families. Whether your goal is to be able to run and play with your kids, or to feel confident shirtless on your next vacation... There's a small number of basic guiding principles that will make a big difference in your life. Because, if you're not already building a strong foundation of physical capability, the older you get... It WILL get tougher. If you're ready to maximize the effectiveness of your training to match your lifestyle goals of capability and longevity, today's episode is for YOU. I outline the four biggest mistakes men make in the gym, and give you a framework to scale up your results (and make them sustainable). My team has also detailed the key action items and ideas from this episode in the implementation guide. You'll learn: The Two BIG Reasons You're Not Building Muscle How to Perform Exercises for Maximum Efficacy The #1 Training Secret for Lasting Results A Framework to Improve EVERY Body Part How to Maintain High Standards in Your Fitness Journey

Jul 31, 2023 • 1h 10min
The Six-Pillar Framework for Peak Performance and Health #344
If you're a man over 35 looking for a simple, effective and personalized plan to help you look, feel and perform better than you did in your 20s, head to https://muscleintelligence.com/mipapply to learn more about our upcoming programs. I use a very specific framing to look at what it REALLY takes to lose fat, build muscle, and optimize human health... Mindset, Sleep, Nutrition, Training, Environment, and Breath: this Six-Pillar framework is the lens that I take when looking at the most impactful habits, skills, and processes that myself and my clientele need to develop to accomplish our greatest goals. Today's episode takes a deep dive into ALL six pillars... You'll hear from a handful of experts who have worked extensively with high performers - Britt Lefkoe, Dr. Erik Korem, Dr. William Davis, Alison Armstrong, and myself - about everything from turning fear into discomfort, to treating gut dysbiosis, to how to manage your metabolism and energy demands. My team has also outlined the key findings and tools from this episode in the free implementation guide - grab your copy at muscleintelligence.com/learn You'll learn: The Top 8 Training Opportunities for Men Over 35 High Impact Tools for Better Sleep - and Better Performance A Mindset to Reframe Fear and Change Your Behavior How to Improve Breathing Mechanics for Metabolic Health A Framework to Address the Root Cause of Gut Dysbiosis Listen to the full episodes from this Six-Pillar Series: Britt Lefkoe: Reprogramming Your Subconscious Beliefs #330 Dr. Erik Korem and Dr. Chris Morris: How to Increase Your Capacity for Stress #331 Dr. William Davis: The Surprising Link Between All Chronic Diseases #316 Ben Pakulski: 8 Critical Growth Opportunities for Men Over 40 #334 Alison Armstrong: How Our Biology Impacts Relationships and Desire #324 Ben Pakulski: Optimize Your Metabolism Through Breathing #340


