Muscle Intelligence

Muscle Intelligence

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.

Episodes

February 29, 2024 75 mins

The conversation around cholesterol has been clouded with misconceptions for years…

Recently, however, a clearer narrative has emerged, shedding light on the importance of understanding cholesterol beyond the simplistic labels of "good" and "bad."

In fact, cholesterol is absolutely vital for our body's functions. This often-victimized molecule plays a pivotal role in hormone production, bile a...

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A number of men experience, at some point in their lives, the downstream effects of mild brain trauma (often unbeknownst to them). And despite the word “mild” evoking an image of a condition easily treated and managed, the effects are too often detrimental…

But there’s also the potential for brain inflammation due to poor lifestyle choices - and correcting the underlying causes for this inflammation is imp...

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If you're a fan of professional hockey, you're likely familiar with the legendary Gary Roberts. With a career spanning over 20 years, including a Stanley Cup win, Gary's journey is nothing short of remarkable.

After sustaining a severe injury and retiring, Roberts came back to play for 11 seasons - not only at a high level, but at maybe THE highest level he had ever played in his entire life.

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Maybe you’ve learned a thing or two about nitric oxide over the years - particularly within the contexts of erectile function, or athletic performance…

This gas plays a pivotal role in our overall well-being, and is produced in ALL of our cells to facilitate the dilation of blood vessels.

The dilation of these vessels is fundamental to the proper functioning of EVERY cell in our bodies.

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A major focus for myself and the Muscle Intelligence team in 2024 is the fascinating realm of longevity - and how it intersects with muscle building.

Longevity is a topic that has garnered tremendous interest in the ever-evolving landscape of health and wellness…

And admittedly, I was once a skeptic, questioning the vagueness and lack of substantial evidence surrounding longevity.

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I am thrilled to share with you an insightful and inspiring conversation I recently had with Dr. Jim Meehan, a distinguished physician with a focus on male optimization...

​​Over the course of his impressive 30-year career, Dr. Meehan has mastered the art of testosterone optimization, offering invaluable insights into becoming a better man.​​

Dr. Meehan and I dive into the intricacies of mascu...

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I’ve recapped some of our top episodes from 2023 on high performance and longevity…

You’ll hear from Dr. Rob Kominiarek on the BIG levers for nutrition, training, and hormone optimization to support your vitality as you age; Adam Bornstein on what it takes to be TRULY successful in any space…

And high performance coach and mindset expert Dr. Alex Auerbach will teach you how to spot the top per...

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This conversation is not your average discussion about testosterone; it's a journey into the physiological pathways, the intricacies of testosterone replacement therapy, and the crucial question of who should and shouldn't explore this avenue.

Scott Howell, Ph.D., is the research director and primary investigator of Tier 1 Center for Clinical Research. He is an epidemiologist and exercise physiologist with...

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I'm thrilled to share something special with you—a live interview that took place in Toronto, with the incredible Brian Johnson; he's a good friend, and someone whom I consider one of my mentors.

Brian Johnson is the Founder & CEO of Heroic Public Benefit Corporation. He’s 50% Philosopher + 50% CEO and 101% committed to helping create a world in which 51% of humanity is flourishing by the year 2051. As a F...

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I was recently invited to speak at a summit that seeks to unite tens of thousands of men from around the world, to confront the many crises we face..

...and it's one of the most personal interviews I've ever done.

To reach more men, I asked Calling All Men Summit host Michael Skye if I could share this interview with the Muscle Intelligence Community.

Plus, if you register at call...

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Today's interview is not just a conversation; it's a deep dive into the transformative world of red light therapy, and a chance to explore the profound impact of red light therapy on brain health and performance. From the release of nitric oxide, to the regeneration of neural tissue, you’ll be guided through red light therapy’s transformative effects on circulation, in both the brain and body.

Dr Lew Lim i...

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Your environment has a huge impact on not only how you learn, your mindset, and your motivation to move toward challenge… But also on the health of your brain itself - and your capacity to heal both your physiology, and your psychology.

Today’s compilation of interviews (and one solocast) is an exploration into the incredible role that your environment plays in your health and happiness.  You’ll hear from ...

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Cold exposure and heat therapy are gaining a lot of popularity in the high performance space… And with good reason - these modalities can have a huge positive impact on recovery, stress management, and ultimately, optimal health.  In fact, I’ve found for myself and my high-achieving clientele, that they can be nothing short of life changing.  And so, I sought out an expert to help decipher best practices and protocols.

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Dr. William Pawluk is THE foremost authority on the use of Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy (PEMF) in North America. Dr. Pawluk is a family physician with a practice near Baltimore, Maryland, and has had training in acupuncture, homeopathy, hypnosis, and bodywork. His goal is to emphasize that there is very good science to support the use of PEMFs across a wide spectrum of health conditions and physiologic function...

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Thierry Hertoghe, MD is an internationally recognized authority on correcting hormonal deficiencies, extending lifespan, and reducing or - potentially - reversing aging. Dr. Hertoghe currently serves as President of the International Hormone Society, and represents the fourth consecutive generation of physicians who have worked in the field of hormone therapy in Brussels, Belgium.

Testosterone is a topic t...

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How well you move is a MAJOR marker of longevity. This incorporates everything from your grip strength, to how adept you are at moving on and off of the ground without your hands. Training itself, but also movement in your daily life, should be purposeful.

Today, you'll hear from Dr. Stuart McGill on how to keep the spine healthy as you age, Greg Roskopf on the incredible ways the musculoskeletal system in...

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***Podcast correction: Dr. Kominiarek uses a product from Pure Encapsulations called Boron 60's - it is dosed as 2 mg twice daily.

Dr. Rob Kominiarek is a board certified Fellow of the American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians. He has 27 years of clinical expertise in Hormone Optimization and Longevity. Dr. Kominiarek’s passion is directed toward overall health of the mind and body through proper n...

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Joel Greene is the founder of the VEEP Nutrition System. Launched in 2009, VEEP is the world’s first nutrition program based on the gut biome. Joel has consulted with billion dollar nutrition companies like Quest Nutrition on complex problems like engineering food to extend lifespan. He is the author of The Immunity Code - a new approach to immune-centric health.

When it comes to the content that I consume...

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Adam Bornstein is a New York Times best-selling author and award-winning fitness and nutrition journalist and editor. His most recent book is called You Can’t Screw This Up. Named "one of the most influential people in health,” Adam is the CEO and founder of Born Fitness. He was previously the editorial director for Livestrong.com and the fitness editor for Men's Health magazine, and has worked for both Tim Ferriss and...

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Nutrition for blood glucose management, endothelial function, and healthy cholesterol levels is more important than ever before. Research in the field of nutrition psychiatry also now reveals the link between our mental and metabolic health. Plus, nutrition remains one of your biggest levers for building and maintaining muscle - and it's now widely acknowledged that muscle mass has a huge impact on longevity.

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