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Wanna build muscle and gain strength without constant, nagging injuries? Imagine how much better your results would be if you could recover faster from training. If you want to bulletproof your body and feel superhuman, episode 197 of the #RenegadeRadioPodcast is just what the doctor ordered. My guests are Lindsay and Steve Sudell. Lindsay is an Occupational Therapist and Fascial Stretch Therapist. She's also an ACE Certified Personal Trainer and Crossfit L1 Trainer. Her husband, Dr. Steve Sudell, is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and a Licensed Athletic Trainer. They run an innovative Wellness Clinic that provides a host of services focused on injury prevention and optimization of athletic performance. In this episode we delve into all things training including; preventing injuries, increasing mobility, recovering from workouts, improving your squats, strengthening your core and much, much more. Topics Include: Lindsay's training methods as a beginner. 6:18 Steve's beginnings in Cross Fit and how it inspired the idea for his PT business, Prehab 2 Perform. 9:08 How Steve's training has evolved and how participating in Cross Fit competitions helped to improve his business. 10:08 The main problems with Cross Fit and how Steve and Lindsay adjust their own training and the programs they prescribe to clients. 12:35 The simple but critical component that's missing from most people's training and how to optimize your pre-workout warm up. 15:13 Common mobility issues that prevent people from correctly performing Squats and how to fix them. 18:36 Attention Ladies: The negative impact of wearing high heels and why everyone should leave their Olympic lifting shoes at home sometimes. 20:48 Is everyone capable of doing Squats correctly? 23:03 The best exercises to warm up your shoulders and prepare for overhead pressing. 23:53 Can people foam roll too often with too much intensity? 26:18 How to fire up your CNS for a great training session. 29:18 Lindsay explains how to properly activate and strengthen your core with the "Chattanooga Biofeedback Cuff" and two of Steve's favorite core exercises. 32:06 Additional thoughts on Olympic Lifting Shoes and why lifting belts, knee sleeves, and other lifting gear might be holding you back. 38:23 Why you should avoid spinal flexion and what you should do instead. 43:33 Lindsay and Steve's thoughts on the value of unilateral movements for health and mobility and a few of their favorite unilateral exercises. 48:48 Lindsay's retort to people who say stretching is unnecessary. 53:08 Office workers beware: Tips for improving mobility and increasing activity if you sit at work all day. 53:43 Lindsay's favorite exercises for improving your glutes (A.K.A your booty). 56:16 The benefits of doing Squats multiple times per week. 56:55 The training template that Steve recommends for the average busy person who wants to get jacked. 59:26 Why a cooldown is so important, how to do it correctly and how to optimize recovery in the first few hours post workout. 1:03:51 What is Fascial Stretch Therapy and where can people get it? 1:06:21 Why stretching properly before a workout will improve performance and help prevent injuries. 1:08:59 What is Graston and how does it help improve mobility? 1:09:46 Lifestyle tips to help improve recovery, performance, and health. 1:13:06 Lindsay and Steve's advice for running a business with your spouse without killing each other. 1:16:46 Business lessons they've learned and the challenges they've had to overcome. 1:18:41 Connect with Lindsay & Steve online: Simply Stretch LA The Neck Hammock Prehab 2 Perform Instagram for Simply Stretch LA Instagram for The Neck Hammock Instagram for Prehab 2 Perform Listen to Renegade Radio: To listen, you can either hit the flash audio player below or browse the links to find your preferred format … Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to listen on SoundCloud Click here to subscribe via Stitcher Right-click here and choose "Save As"to download this episode This episode is brought to you by Athletic Greens. With 75 ingredients working together to help with eleven different areas of health. You never know what's going to come up in your day; however, with just one scoop of Athletic Greens when you wake up or add it to your morning smoothie, you know you have all of your bases covered. It's easy, and it tastes great. Go to http://www.AthleticGreens.com/Jay to receive a special offer as a listener of the podcast. This episode is also brought to you by Caffeine and Kilos. We all know that coffee is probably the greatest thing ever. There are countless studies proving the benefits of coffee. Dr. Sanjiv Chopra said that drinking coffee is one of the five essential habits for long-term good health. Caffeine and Kilos is a brand that embodies an active lifestyle. They have great looking apparel you can wear in the gym or out of the gym. It's smooth, fresh coffee blended and roasted for high caffeine content, so you can get all kinds of cranked up. They also have all natural, whole food caffeinated bars with macros designed for performance. Get their delicious coffee and more at www.caffeineandkilos.com and use the code, "Renegade" and get free shipping on your first order. This episode is also brought to you by The Renegade Strength Club, one of the best ways to simplify your life is to outsource things. Do you wanna get strong and shredded in as little as 3 hours per week? Without the usual aches and pains associated with most training programs? Then join our exclusive community in the Renegade Strength Club. You'll slash body fat, boost testosterone, increase energy and turn back the clock. Get the workouts, coaching, and accountability you need to build your best body ever at:www.RenegadeStrengthClub.com. If you have questions, use the hashtag #RenegadeRadioPodcast and shoot them my way on Twitter or Instagram or email podcast@JasonFerruggia.com Thank you for tuning in and subscribing. I appreciate every one of you that takes the time to listen.

Get ready for a whole new look at personal development and prepare to unleash the warrior within. Dan Millman is my guest on Episode 196 of the #RenegadeRadioPodcast. He is a world champion gymnast and the author of 17 books. As a young man, Dan set out on a spiritual journey to find the answers to life's most difficult questions. The lessons he learned inspired his "Peaceful Warrior" series of books and led to the keynotes, workshops, and seminars he produces today. In this episode, Dan explains why there is a "Peaceful Warrior" within us all. We discuss the essential life skills that people aren't taught with formal education. Dan explains the six words that can improve anyone's life and how people can learn to live in the moment. We delve into why self-improvement can become stressful, what makes a good coach or mentor, Dan's thoughts on the "one thing", and much more. Topics Include: Dan's background and how his 10-year spiritual search led to Way of The Peaceful Warrior. 3:07 Essential life skills that people aren't taught in school. 6:07 The primary life skill that Dan focuses on and how it liberates behavior from emotions and thoughts. 8:32 Why self-improvement can become a source of stress and how to avoid it. 9:49 Are you suffering from "Competitive Mind" and Fear of Missing Out (FOMO)? 11:59 Should young men and women still have rites of passage? 13:27 When he met "Socrates" in a gas station and he became Dan's mentor. 19:00 Some of the most profound lessons Dan learned from Socrates. 20:03 What makes a good coach or mentor? 24:09 6 magic words that can help improve anyone's life. 29:50 Is it possible to be enlightened in your 20's or 30's or does it take years to learn? 30:03 Why you should seek to control your efforts, not outcomes, and why excellence is the only thing you should strive for. 32:17 Dan's thoughts on gratitude and on living "in the now". 34:42 Dan's thoughts on doing the "one thing" and practicing the 80/20 rule. 42:52 How Dan is teaching his students the process of dying in order to help them have more appreciation for life. 46:07 Dan's current diet plus his Peaceful Warrior Workout and 4 Minute Meditation. 52:04 Connect with Dan Online: Website Facebook Twitter Listen to Renegade Radio: To listen, you can either hit the flash audio player below or browse the links to find your preferred format … Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to listen on SoundCloud Click here to subscribe via Stitcher Right-click here and choose "Save As"to download this episode This episode is brought to you by ButcherBox You guys know by now the importance of high-quality grass-fed grass finished meat. Go to www.butcherbox .com/Jay to get your free ribeye steaks. That's two 10 oz ribeye steaks for free, plus, $10 off your first order and free shipping. You can get everything from sausages, burgers, steaks, chicken, lamb, you name it. It includes: 100% Grass-fed beef Free range organic chicken Heritage breed pork Delivered for free to your door for less than $6 a meal. You cannot beat that with a bat. Go to www.butcherbox.com/Jay to get yours today. This episode is also brought to you by The Renegade Strength Club, one of the best ways to simplify your life is to outsource things. Do you wanna get strong and shredded in as little as 3 hours per week? Without the usual aches and pains associated with most training programs? Then join our exclusive community in the Renegade Strength Club. You'll slash body fat, boost testosterone, increase energy and turn back the clock. Get the workouts, coaching, and accountability you need to build your best body ever at:www.RenegadeStrengthClub.com. If you have questions, use the hashtag #RenegadeRadioPodcast and shoot them my way on Twitter or Instagram or email podcast@JasonFerruggia.com Thank you for tuning in and subscribing. I appreciate every one of you that takes the time to listen.

Training is not just about building bigger muscles. It's about building a new you, inside and out. Ask anyone who's experienced a real transformation. They'll tell you the physical changes are only part of the equation. It's the newfound confidence and emotional strength that truly changes a person and sets them on course towards a new life. Chris Dufey is a personal trainer, author, speaker and podcast host. As an overweight kid, Chris struggled with depression, shyness, and inability to make friends. After high school he found fitness and it changed his life. His incredible transformation inspired him to help other people change their lives through fitness. Chris is my guest on episode 194 of the #RenegadeRadioPodcast. Topics Include: How Chris found fitness and discovered he wanted to make a career out of helping other people. 2:49 His early training methods and mistakes he made along the way. 4:52 Why even coaches need coaching in order to become their best. 7:59 The training principles that Chris believes in today and his instinctive approach to training. 8:56 Chris' advice for beginner to intermediate lifters and why training principles should vary based on a person's training experience. 10:55 The most important question – are you progressing? 13:44 How to simplify nutrition to make it fit your lifestyle and the "anti-douchebag" approach to intermittent fasting. 14:44 Chris' favorite recovery methods and ways to reduce stress. 20:53 Why the story you tell yourself is so important. 22:56 His morning routine for happiness, health, and productivity and why people should identify their "one thing". 26:06 "Brain Training" – a new way to think of meditation. 27:46 The evolution of Chris' fitness business and useful advice for new fitness professionals. 28:21 How Chris developed the coaching and business skills that led to the creation of My Body Blends and The Coaches Cartel. 33:30 The "Red Velvet Rope" of Chris' business and why he asks himself "would I have this person over for dinner with my family" before deciding to work with clients. 35:09 Tips for building brick and mortar and online businesses and why Chris says you don't necessarily need an avatar when you're first starting out. 36:47 Why Social Media is a double-edged sword. 40:06 Success tips that you won't hear everywhere else. 40:35 Facebook for building your business – what you need to know to stay ahead of the game. 42:10 Connect with Chris online Instagram Facebook Website Podcast Listen to Renegade Radio: To listen, you can either hit the flash audio player below or browse the links to find your preferred format … Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to listen on SoundCloud Click here to subscribe via Stitcher Right-click here and choose "Save As"to download this episode This episode is brought to you by Caffeine and Kilos. We all know that coffee is probably the greatest thing ever. There are countless studies proving the benefits of coffee. Dr. Sanjiv Chopra said that drinking coffee is one of the five essential habits for long-term good health. Caffeine and Kilos is a brand that embodies an active lifestyle. They have great looking apparel you can wear in the gym or out of the gym. It's smooth, fresh coffee blended and roasted for high caffeine content, so you can get all kinds of cranked up. They also have all natural, whole food caffeinated bars with macros designed for performance. Get their delicious coffee and more at www.caffeineandkilos.com and use the code, "Renegade" and get free shipping on your first order. This episode is also brought to you by Athletic Greens. With 75 ingredients working together to help with eleven different areas of health. You never know what's going to come up in your day; however, with just one scoop of Athletic Greens when you wake up or add it to your morning smoothie, you know you have all of your bases covered. It's easy, and it tastes great. Go to http://www.AthleticGreens.com/Jay to receive a special offer as a listener of the podcast. This episode is also brought to you by ButcherBox You guys know by now the importance of high-quality grass-fed grass finished meat. Go to www.butcherbox .com/Jay to get your free ribeye steaks. That's two 10 oz ribeye steaks for free, plus, $10 off your first order and free shipping. You can get everything from sausages, burgers, steaks, chicken, lamb, you name it. It includes: 100% Grass-fed beef Free range organic chicken Heritage breed pork Delivered for free to your door for less than $6 a meal. You cannot beat that with a bat. Go to www.butcherbox.com/Jay to get yours today. If you have questions, use the hashtag #RenegadeRadioPodcast and shoot them my way on Twitter or Instagram or email podcast@JasonFerruggia.com Thank you for tuning in and subscribing. I appreciate every one of you that takes the time to listen.

Sleep is the key to optimal health and performance. If you improve your sleep everything in your life gets better. You lose fat faster, your brain works more efficiently, and your sex drive goes up. Shawn Stevenson, the author of "Sleep Smarter," and host of The Model Health Show, is my guest on this episode of the #RenegadeRadioPodcast. We discuss how Shawn found fitness after being diagnosed with a devastating illness at the age of 20. He shares the three primary elements of his remarkable recovery and his approach to health and longevity. Shawn also explains why sleep is the most important factor for optimizing health and performance. He provides invaluable tips for improving your sleep, your nutrition, your business and so much more. Topics Include: How Shawn got his start in fitness and the diagnosis that changed everything. 3:15 Why Shawn says most people "try" to get well but should actually make the decision to get well. 9:43 A simple thing everyone can do to upgrade their diet. 15:36 Are deadlifts the ultimate healer for your spine? 18:06 How Shawn's wife put her cancer into remission within 22 days of being diagnosed. 23:06 Shawn's 21 day fast. 30:23 His overall approach to nutrition and supplementation for health and longevity. 29:37 Gluten and other foods that often cause issues. 37:18 Why nutrition isn't everything and what is actually more important. 40:03 The enzyme produced by sleep that can indicate how long you're going to live and reverse the aging process. 40:38 Why sleep deprivation is shortening your life and making you fat. 42:08 What can increase your body's ability to burn fat by 55%? Hint - it's not low carbs or more exercise. 42:59 Why are the outliers, like The Rock and Arnold, able to get by with less sleep? 46:48 Why alcohol will make you fall asleep faster but wake up feeling awful and Shawn's explanation of REM sleep. 48:58 Does training in the morning lead to better sleep at night? 51:08 Which is better for sleep, a warm shower or a cold one? 58:18 Why you should minimize the time you spend on your phone and computer at night and why F.lux is a must-have. 1:03:48 How nutrition and meal timing impacts sleep. 1:07:45 Does cutting carbs too low cause sleep issues? 1:11:32 Shawn's approach to intermittent fasting and his current nutrition plan. 1:16:15 Is quality more important than quantity when it comes to protein intake? 1:27:53 The right way to supplement with melatonin. 1:29:23 Shawn's advice for building your brand and succeeding in business. 1:32:18 Connect with Shawn online Podcast Twitter Facebook Instagram Listen to Renegade Radio: To listen, you can either hit the flash audio player below or browse the links to find your preferred format … Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to listen on SoundCloud Click here to subscribe via Stitcher Right click here and choose "Save As"to download this episode This episode is brought to you by Athletic Greens. With 75 ingredients working together to help with eleven different areas of health. You never know what's going to come up in your day; however, with just one scoop of Athletic Greens when you wake up or add it to your morning smoothie, you know you have all of your bases covered. It's easy, and it tastes great. Go to http://www.AthleticGreens.com/Jay to receive a special offer as a listener of the podcast. This episode is also brought to you by Caffeine and Kilos. We all know that coffee is probably the greatest thing ever. There are countless studies proving the benefits of coffee. Dr. Sanjiv Chopra said that drinking coffee is one of the five essential habits for long-term good health. Caffeine and Kilos is a brand that embodies an active lifestyle. They have great looking apparel you can wear in the gym or out of the gym. It's smooth, fresh coffee blended and roasted for high caffeine content, so you can get all kinds of cranked up. They also have all natural, whole food caffeinated bars with macros designed for performance. Get their delicious coffee and more at www.caffeineandkilos.com and use the code, "Renegade" and get free shipping on your first order. If you have questions, use the hashtag #RenegadeRadioPodcast and shoot them my way on Twitter or Instagram or email podcast@JasonFerruggia.com Thank you for tuning in and subscribing. I appreciate every one of you that takes the time to listen.

Why is it that so few people receive so many of the rewards in life? What does the top 1% know and do that most people, who are struggling to achieve their goals, don't? If you're ready to stop spinning your wheels and start making real progress in life, you do not want to miss this episode of the #RenegadeRadioPodcast. James Clear is an author, entrepreneur, photographer and gym rat. Through his writing on JamesClear.com, he educates, entertains and inspires readers. In this episode, we discuss the mistakes that most people make when setting goals and how it hinders progress. James also explains why developing the right habits and creating systems are even more important than setting goals. We cover Pareto's Law, how you can use the 1% Rule to your advantage, and many more insights that can immediately put you on the road to success. Topics Include: The problem with goal setting and why so many people fail 2:43 Why it's more effective to be specific about your habits, systems, and processes than it is to set specific goals. 5:18 The 4 Stages of building better habits. 7:14 A huge, mind blowing "ah ha" moment for Jay - how his approach to training can be applied to life. 9:57 Why you should shift your focus to "how many" instead of "how long" when it comes to forming habits and achieving results. 13:47 The "2 Minute Rule" for creating effective systems. 15:50 How habits lead to routines and why you must consciously choose your habits. 17:51 How to proactively block distractions and stay productive through " Environment Design". 19:13 Why "Feedback Loops" are critical and how to create them by using the "Seinfeld Method". 24:10 Do you need to do something daily to form a habit? 29:06 Why bundling habits might be more effective for some people and a unique strategy for getting started. 30:55 Why you must standardize something before you can optimize it and the exercise one professor created to demonstrate it. 33:19 Why action, practice and doing the work will always lead to better results than strategizing and theorizing. 35:15 The "Accumulative Advantage" and 1% Rule - Why being just slightly better than your competition will eventually lead to more success. 41:19 How to use "Mental Models" for making important, strategic decisions. 45:52 The most important and only productivity tip you'll ever need (if you actually do it). 48:05 How James builds his daily routine out of habits which yield a high return. 51:00 James' favorite recovery method and current diet. 59:35 Why James is an "Optimizer" instead of a minimalist and how to spend time on things that yield a higher return.1:02:02 Connect with James Online Website Twitter Facebook Instagram Listen to Renegade Radio: To listen, you can either hit the flash audio player below or browse the links to find your preferred format … Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to listen on SoundCloud Click here to subscribe via Stitcher Right click here and choose "Save As"to download this episode This episode is brought to you by Audio Books Go to http://www.audiobooks.com/jay to start listening to critically-acclaimed, best-selling audiobooks including some of my favorites like Essentialism, How to Win Friends & Influence People and The Art of Noncomformity! With Audiobooks, you can learn and generate new ideas anywhere, anytime. Download or stream audiobooks on your smartphone or tablet with our free apps for iOS and Android Choose from more than 100,000 titles, including top-rated business books written by leaders and innovators in the field Listen to your first audiobook for FREE and if you like the service, enjoy a new book every month Access our Member Deals section where you can take advantage of great bundles and BOGOs Go to http://www.audiobooks.com/jay to get your free book. This episode is also brought to you by ButcherBox You guys know by now the importance of high-quality grass-fed grass finished meat. Go to www.butcherbox .com/Jay to get your free ribeye steaks. That's two 10 oz ribeye steaks for free, plus, $10 off your first order and free shipping. You can get everything from sausages, burgers, steaks, chicken, lamb, you name it. It includes: 100% Grass-fed beef Free range organic chicken Heritage breed pork Delivered for free to your door for less than $6 a meal. You cannot beat that with a bat. Go to www.butcherbox.com/Jay to get yours today. If you have questions, use the hashtag #RenegadeRadioPodcast and shoot them my way on Twitter or Instagram or email podcast@JasonFerruggia.com Thank you for tuning in and subscribing. I appreciate every one of you that takes the time to listen.

Elliott Hulse wants to help you get strong in every way. In this episode of the Renegade Radio Podcast, you'll learn how to be physically strong and mentally tough. You'll discover how to break the shackles that hold you back so that you can finally achieve your goals and live the life you want. Elliot will help you unlock the secrets that will make you a KING. Within a span of ten years, Elliot has evolved from a struggling personal trainer to a YouTube superstar with over one million subscribers. In this episode, we discuss how Elliott discovered strength training and got his start in the fitness business. We explore the birth of his YouTube channel and what he did to build his massive audience. And Elliot talks about the importance of finding and living one's truth. Topics Include: His current training template and how he "self-medicates" with training. 6:47 Elliott's start as a professional Strongman Competitor and his experiences with serious injuries. 9:30 When Elliott decided it was time to "switch characters" in order to fulfill his purpose and serve the world in a better way. 12:42 His first trainer and the man who introduced him to strength. 13:32 The life lessons he's learned through lifting and why he sees injuries as gifts. 15:07 His thoughts on masculinity and the connection that we're all missing in our lives. 16:11 Elliott's advice for attracting the right people into your life; it starts with changing who you are. 21:15 How he got his start in the fitness industry and the introduction to a "non-job". 22:35 His first experiences as an entrepreneur and the origins of Strength Camp. 24:26 From zero to over a million subscribers – How Elliott started out on You Tube. 27:32 Who and what influenced him to do business online. 30:09 The YouTube accident and the one month challenge that revolutionized Elliott's approach to online business. 33:04 The long break that allowed him to find his truth and led to his documentary about "Dr. Squat", Fred Hatfield, the 1st man to squat 1,000 lbs. 35:02 His thoughts on how gym owners, and all professionals, can improve their business. 39:54 The importance of building community in a brick and mortar gym and advice on how to do it. 41:10 Elliott's latest passion project, Grounding Camp, and his first experiences with meditation. 43:04 The major differences between Elliott today versus 10 years ago. 48:45 Where he sees himself 10 years from now and the development of Strength Camp. 52:02 Connect with Elliot online Website Instagram Facebook Twitter YouTube Listen to Renegade Radio: To listen, you can either hit the flash audio player below or browse the links to find your preferred format … Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to listen on SoundCloud Click here to subscribe via Stitcher Right click here and choose "Save As"to download this episode This episode is brought to you by Caffeine and Kilos. We all know that coffee is probably the greatest thing ever. There are countless studies proving the benefits of coffee. Dr. Sanjiv Chopra said that drinking coffee is one of the five essential habits for long-term good health. Caffeine and Kilos is a brand that embodies an active lifestyle. They have great looking apparel you can wear in the gym or out of the gym. It's smooth, fresh coffee blended and roasted for high caffeine content, so you can get all kinds of cranked up. They also have all natural, whole food caffeinated bars with macros designed for performance. Get their delicious coffee and more at www.caffeineandkilos.com and use the code, "Renegade" and get free shipping on your first order. This episode is also brought to you by Kettle and Fire. Bone broth is one of the most nutrient dense superfoods and you can get it delivered right to your door. There's no other superfood that contains the critical vitamins you need like amino acids and collagen. They only come from animal bones and connective tissue. Kettle and Fire is 100% organic. Here are some other benefits to this paleo friendly, gluten free broth: From grass-fed cattle Bones are slowly simmered for 20 hours with organic vegetables and herbs 10 grams of protein per cup Helps you digest muscle meat Great for muscle recovery and joint inflammation Bring luster to your skin and hair Reduce cellulite Increase connective tissue Great for detox Non-GMO Go to http://www.kettleandfire.com/jay to get the best bone broth out there. This episode is also brought to you by Athletic Greens. With 75 ingredients working together to help with eleven different areas of health. You never know what's going to come up in your day; however, with just one scoop of Athletic Greens when you wake up or add it to your morning smoothie, you know you have all of your bases covered. It's easy, and it tastes great. Go to http://www.AthleticGreens.com/Jay to receive a special offer as a listener of the podcast. If you have questions, use the hashtag #RenegadeRadioPodcast and shoot them my way on Twitter or Instagram or email podcast@JasonFerruggia.com Thank you for tuning in and subscribing. I appreciate every one of you that takes the time to listen.

Wanna learn how to manage pain and addiction without resorting to dangerous pills that wreck your health? I discuss those topics and more with Chris Bell on the new #RenegadeRadioPodcast. Chris is an accomplished filmmaker and the director of the outstanding documentaries including Bigger, Stronger, Faster, Prescription Thugs and Trophy Kids. In this episode, we discuss his struggles with pain and addiction, and how he found natural ways to regain sobriety and alleviate his pain. We delve into what inspired him to become a filmmaker, how his brothers have influenced and inspired him, his latest documentary, and so much more. Topics Include: His struggles with arthritis, depression, pain, and addiction. 4:09 Sobriety and ways to relieve pain naturally with your diet. 8:04 How a keto diet once put Chris in the emergency room. 11:12 A few reasons for Mark Bell's massive success. 16:21 The Chris Bell Reading List to transform your life. 16:35 His impressive weight loss and total health transformation. 21:34 Mad Dog Bell's gift to his brothers and, ultimately, the world. 28:09 Where the Bell brothers' drive comes from 33:44 Government job or USC Film School? How Chris ended up going to the best film school in the US. 37:29 The School of Hard Knocks: Chris' first 10 years in the film industry. 40:39 The origins of Chris' most popular documentary to date "Bigger, Stronger, Faster". 41:34 The inspiration for creating "Prescription Thugs" and what happened to Chris during the making of the documentary. 48:12 Chris is introduced to Kratom by a Pro Wrestler and his new film "A Leaf of Faith". 52:59 The dream that Chris says changed his life. 56:59 The benefits of CBD oil and THC and why everyone should feel euphoria. 57:59 Is there a new-age "pothead"? 59:57 How Chris' training has evolved over the years, the crazy methods he and Mark have used and the influence of Westside. 1:02:54 Meeting Dorian Yates and getting more out of less training. 1:06:44 Chris and Mark's childhood inspiration to start training. 1:07:36 Chris' new documentary "A Leaf of Faith" about natural pain relief with Kratom. 1:16:04 Connect with Chris Bell Netflix Instagram - Big Strong Fast Instagram - A Leaf of Faith YouTube Listen to Renegade Radio: To listen, you can either hit the flash audio player below or browse the links to find your preferred format … Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to listen on SoundCloud Click here to subscribe via Stitcher Right click here and choose "Save As"to download this episode This episode is brought to you by Audio Books Click HERE to start listening to critically-acclaimed, best-selling audiobooks including some of my favorites like Essentialism, How to Win Friends & Influence People and The Art of Noncomformity! With Audiobooks, you can learn and generate new ideas anywhere, anytime. Download or stream audiobooks on your smartphone or tablet with our free apps for iOS and Android Choose from more than 100,000 titles, including top-rated business books written by leaders and innovators in the field Listen to your first audiobook for FREE and if you like the service, enjoy a new book every month Access our Member Deals section where you can take advantage of great bundles and BOGOs Click HERE to get your free book. This episode is also brought to you by Athletic Greens. With 75 ingredients working together to help with eleven different areas of health. You never know what's going to come up in your day; however, with just one scoop of Athletic Greens when you wake up or add it to your morning smoothie, you know you have all of your bases covered. It's easy, and it tastes great. Go to http://www.AthleticGreens.com/Jay to receive a special offer as a listener of the podcast. Also, if you are not on the VIP Insider Renegade Newsletter List, you're missing out. Go to http://badassblueprint.com and I'll send you a free copy of "The 7 Keys to Physical and Mental Strength". You'll get tons of great content, early access and discounts to material, but you gotta go to http://badassblueprint.com to sign up. If you have questions, use the hashtag #RenegadeRadioPodcast and shoot them my way on Twitter or Instagram or email podcast@JasonFerruggia.com Thank you for tuning in and subscribing. I appreciate every one of you that takes the time to listen.

Wanna build a booming business in the health and fitness space? Wanna create an amazing culture and a buzz around your brand? Then today's #RenegadeRadioPodcast with the founders of Caffeine and Kilos is just for you. Caffeine and Kilos (C&K) is a lifestyle brand that has experienced incredible growth in just a few short years. Their amazing coffees and bars help fuel athletes all over the world, while their awesome apparel keeps them looking great. I sat down with the creators and owners of C&K, Danny Lehr and Dean Saddoris, to discuss their inspiration for starting the company, why their products are so popular, tips for people just starting out in the fitness business and so much more. Topics Discussed Include: How Caffeine and Kilos started Great tasting coffee or "gasoline"? Does more flavor mean less caffeine? How they grew so quickly and how they started with the fashion side. What was the vision for Caffeine and Kilos from the start? Why protein bars aren't a great pre-workout meal and the better option. How Danny opened his gym and how the guys got their start in fitness. The difference between training for competition and training to look and feel good. How surf, skate and hip hop culture influenced their brand. Tips and advice on building a brand. The "Golden Rule" in building a business: "Just f*ing be nice to people." What are the two key ingredients in a successful business? When the friendship between Danny and Dean ended (almost). The most important thing between business partners. Tips for new fitness professionals starting their own business. Why you must have belief and passion to succeed. Community and Connection are essential to success in business. How to cultivate community without a brick and mortar business. Why liking other brands and competition are good things. Why Danny yells at random people walking down the street. What's next for C&K? Who are C&K's favorite rappers of all time? Connect with Caffeine and Kilos: Website Instagram Twitter Snapchat @caffeinekilos Listen to Renegade Radio: To listen, you can either hit the flash audio player below or browse the links to find your preferred format … Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to listen on SoundCloud Click here to subscribe via Stitcher Right click here and choose "Save As"to download this episode This episode is brought to you by Caffeine and Kilos. We all know that coffee is probably the greatest thing ever. There are countless studies proving the benefits of coffee. Dr. Sanjiv Chopra said that drinking coffee is one of the five essential habits for long-term good health. Caffeine and Kilos is a brand that embodies an active lifestyle. They have great looking apparel you can wear in the gym or out of the gym. It's smooth, fresh coffee blended and roasted for high caffeine content, so you can get all kinds of cranked up. They also have all natural, whole food caffeinated bars with macros designed for performance. Get their delicious coffee and more at www.caffeineandkilos.com and use the code, "Renegade" and get free shipping on your first order. This episode is also brought to you by Athletic Greens. With 75 ingredients working together to help with eleven different areas of health. You never know what's going to come up in your day; however, with just one scoop of Athletic Greens when you wake up or add it to your morning smoothie, you know you have all of your bases covered. It's easy, and it tastes great. Go to http://www.AthleticGreens.com/Jay to receive a special offer as a listener of the podcast. If you have questions, use the hashtag #RenegadeRadioPodcast and shoot them my way on Twitter or Instagram or email podcast@JasonFerruggia.com Thank you for tuning in and subscribing. I appreciate every one of you that takes the time to listen.

Mark Sisson is an OG of the fitness industry. He's one of the leading voices in the Paleo world and the founder of the primal movement. Mark believes we need to get back to the way we were intended to eat, exercise, and live. His mission is to get people to take responsibility for their health and fitness (often in the face of flawed conventional wisdom that can lead even the best-intentioned astray), and to inspire people to be open-minded, passionate, and enthusiastic about leading a healthy, happy, fit, balanced, active lifestyle, with the least amount of pain, suffering and sacrifice possible. Topics Discussed Include: How Mark got started in fitness. What is the Primal diet and lifestyle about? Why are grains so unhealthy? What causes inflammation in the body? Why he's not as opposed to legumes as most in the Paleo world. The benefits of intermittent fasting for being lean and healthy. How to improve your sleep so that you can do everything better. The multiple benefits of a keto diet. Who needs and benefits from higher carbs and who doesn't? Best ways to boost your immune system and avoid getting sick. Is the post workout window of opportunity a myth? How much protein do you really need to build a great body? Crucial lessons for small business owners and entrepreneurs. How to unplug and avoid burnout. Much more. Connect with Mark Online Website Facebook Instagram Twitter YouTube Listen to Renegade Radio: To listen, you can either hit the flash audio player below or browse the links to find your preferred format … Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to listen on SoundCloud Click here to subscribe via Stitcher Right click here and choose "Save As"to download this episode This episode is brought to you by Caffeine and Kilos. We all know that coffee is probably the greatest thing ever. There are countless studies proving the benefits of coffee. Dr. Sanjiv Chopra said that drinking coffee is one of the five essential habits for long-term good health. Caffeine and Kilos is a brand that embodies an active lifestyle. They have great looking apparel you can wear in the gym or out of the gym. It's smooth, fresh coffee blended and roasted for high caffeine content, so you can get all kinds of cranked up. They also have all natural, whole food caffeinated bars with macros designed for performance. Get their delicious coffee and more at www.caffeineandkilos.com and use the code, "Renegade" and get free shipping on your first order. This episode is also brought to you by Athletic Greens. With 75 ingredients working together to help with eleven different areas of health. You never know what's going to come up in your day; however, with just one scoop of Athletic Greens when you wake up or add it to your morning smoothie, you know you have all of your bases covered. It's easy, and it tastes great. Go to http://www.AthleticGreens.com/Jay to receive a special offer as a listener of the podcast. This episode is also brought to you by Kettle and Fire. Bone broth is one of the most nutrient dense superfoods and you can get it delivered right to your door. There's no other superfood that contains the critical vitamins you need like amino acids and collagen. They only come from animal bones and connective tissue. Kettle and Fire is 100% organic. Here are some other benefits to this Paleo friendly, gluten free broth: From grass-fed cattle Bones are slowly simmered for 20 hours with organic vegetables and herbs 10 grams of protein per cup Helps you digest muscle meat Great for muscle recovery and joint inflammation Bring luster to your skin and hair Reduce cellulite Increase connective tissue Great for detox Non-GMO Go to http://www.kettleandfire.com/jay to get the best bone broth out there. If you have questions, use the hashtag #RenegadeRadioPodcast and shoot them my way on Twitter or Instagram or email podcast@JasonFerruggia.com Thank you for tuning in and subscribing. I appreciate every one of you that takes the time to listen.

My awesome friend, Torrie Wilson joins me for a great new episode of the Renegade Radio Podcast. Torrie was a fitness and cover model who eventually found her way into pro wrestling. She became a mainstay during the WWE Attitude Era where she shared the spotlight with the likes of The Rock and Stone Cold Steve Austin. She was regularly featured in memorable on air segments that were seen by millions of viewers. Since retiring Torrie has started a new career, helping people get fit. She's in the best shape of her life, happy, healthy and successful. She's here today to share her secrets. Topics Discussed Include: Here early battle with anorexia and bulimia. How she got into fitness competitions. What led to her starting a career in pro wrestling. Some of the best and worst memories from the WCW days. What it was like behind the scenes when the ship was sinking in WCW. Breaking into WWE, how she was treated and who she rode with. The legendary bra and panties matches. Did they ever go too far in the Attitude days? How she overcame being painfully shy. How her fitness routines have evolved over the years. How she has better abs in her 40's than she did in her 20's. Her diet and why she thinks carbs are essential. Business lessons learned the hard way. Her daily routine and how she continues to stay motivated. Connect With Torrie Online Website Instagram Listen to Renegade Radio: To listen, you can either hit the flash audio player below or browse the links to find your preferred format … Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to listen on SoundCloud Click here to subscribe via Stitcher Right click here and choose "Save As"to download this episode This episode is brought to you by Audio Books Click HERE to start listening to critically-acclaimed, best-selling audiobooks including some of my favorites like Essentialism, How to Win Friends & Influence People and The Art of Noncomformity! With Audiobooks you can learn and generate new ideas anywhere, anytime. Download or stream audiobooks on your smartphone or tablet with our free apps for iOS and Android Choose from more than 100,000 titles, including top-rated business books written by leaders and innovators in the field Listen to your first audiobook for FREE and if you like the service, enjoy a new book every month Access our Member Deals section where you can take advantage of great bundles and BOGOs Click HERE to get your free book. This episode is also brought to you by Athletic Greens. With 75 ingredients working together to help with eleven different areas of health. You never know what's going to come up in your day; however, with just one scoop of Athletic Greens when you wake up or add it to your morning smoothie, you know you have all of your bases covered. It's easy, and it tastes great. Go to http://www.AthleticGreens.com/Jay to receive a special offer as a listener of the podcast. If you have questions, use the hashtag #RenegadeRadioPodcast and shoot them my way on Twitter or Instagram or email podcast@JasonFerruggia.com Thank you for tuning in and subscribing. I appreciate every one of you that takes the time to listen.