The Excellence Cartel

Episode 127: Programming around the Menstrual Cycle Vinny Russo, coach and WBFF Pro joined us today to discuss how he programs training, nutrition, and supplements around the female menstrual cycle. How long does a period last? How do you track it? What are the phases within a cycle and what hormonal implications are there? We cover the basics and then dive into troubleshooting what may go wrong, as every woman's cycle is unique. ​www.theexcellencecartel.com

Episode 126: Today Dr. Twyman joined us to discuss all things Cardiovascular health-wise. Calcium score tests and their role in determining your risk of a heart incident. We discussed cholesterol numbers and what they mean to the risk of a heart attack or stroke. Along with chatting about others tests, such as the "max pulse test," to get better insight into your heart health. This episode has a host of practical and applicable takeaways to help you immediately and over the long haul. www.theexcellencecartel.com

Episode 125: All About IBD with Dr. Sean Golden Dr. Golden from The Golden Health Method joined us again today for a deep dive into IBD, IBS, Crohn's and general gut dysbiosis. How does commensal bacteria modulate an immune response? How do different types of fiber act as friend or foe during periods of IBD calm and flares? Should you consume red meat or resistant starches? How is IBD diagnosed? Dr. Golden explains the deep science in a way anyone can understand and offers clear takeaways on nutrition interventions coaches and clients can start doing now to feel better. www.theexcellencecartel.com

Episode 124: Open Q&A Today we relaxed the show a little to take on some of the questions we got in our DMs. How much overhead is acceptable in a coaching business? How to support depletions on HBC? Clothing recommendations for bodybuilders? We got a mixed bag today so we hope you enjoy our take and get some laughs along the way.

Phil Viz joins Jason and Jeff Black today as Jeffrey Su is recovering from an emergency appendix removal. We sat down with Phil to discuss breaking down mental health as a competitor, lifestyle enthusiast, and business owner. From the performance enhancers you might take for competition and their effects on mental health to how to sustain your mental health as your business grows. Phil even discusses Kanna with us, a nugget of info to help recover from addictions to managing anxiety. With over 50 years in the industry on this episode, the experience and wisdom shared are worth tuning into! www.theexcellencecartel.com

Episode 122: The Tiger King   We had the pleasure and the privilege of having Marc Lobliner on our show today, the CEO of tigerfitness.com!  Marc talks about his businesses, what success and having enough means to him now and the twists and turns along the way which made him value coaching, family, and legacy. www.theexcellencecartel.com

Episode 121: Jason's DNA Results   Jason took one for the team and got his DNA tested by Dr. Anthony Jay and today we break down the findings and analyze areas of risks on his report.  DNA testing can provide insight into genetic risks to your health and allow you to be preventative.  We can't change our genetics but we can change our habits and our environments.   Tune in to find out what Jason has learned and if Jeff Su will ever go bald. www.theexcellencecartel.com

Episode 120: Eating Disorders with Harriet Frew   Today we invited Harriet Frew, eating disorder therapist from the UK to chat with us about identifying patterns of disordered eating.  The unfortunate truth is that eating disorders are a common occurrence in the fitness industry, often hidden by goal focused physiques, Type A personalities and other displays of perfection.  But underneath those displays are trauma, anxiety, and a need for attention that must be counseled.  Anorexia, bulimia, orthorexia, and other sub categories or eating disorders are on the rise but still not being talked about. Today we wanted to break that stigma and motivate anyone who listens today to start that conversation towards recovery. www.theexcellencecartel.com

Episode 119: Female Virilization with Jamie Pinder    Jamie joined us again today to talk openly about the side effects of female steroid use.  Physique enhancement in the competitive space can take a dark turn when you combine insecurities and access to drugs which have lasting, irreversible effects.  What you want at 22 will be a lot different than what you want at 35. Take the time to educate yourself before making decisions which have life long effects.  For more information on this topic check out Jamie's podcast on YouTube, "Cats, Clits, & Clen". www.theexcellencecartel.com

Episode 117: Deductive Reasoning and The Four F's with Vince Pitstick   Inductive reasoning doesn't work when you are dealing with complex metabolic conditions - the act of applying a solution.  Deductive reasoning entails peeling layers back, finding your heaviest domino, and working a case from its roots out to its branches.  Today we invited the Metabolic Mentor himself, Vince Pitstick on to talk about his patented approach: Flush, Feed, Function, Fast and how he's changing lives and our industry through systems based coaching. www.theexcellencecartel.com