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.

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Top 10 Muscle Intelligence Episodes

Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best Muscle Intelligence episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to Muscle Intelligence for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite Muscle Intelligence episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

Skill acquisition in programming with Killian Hamilton #156

Muscle Intelligence

01/05/21 • 70 min

Killian Hamilton joins me on today's episode about skill acquisition in programming. If you've ever done any of my programs, you'll know that my clients always go through a primer phase to learn the skills of muscle activation and exercise execution. So I'm excited to hear him and the team at Pre-Script talk about this often neglected but certainly essential aspect to achieving competency in the weight room.

Killian is the Director of Innovation and Program Design at Pre-Script as well as Head Coach and Founder of K2 Coaching. As a competitive powerlifter and strength coach, Killian has competed and coached athletes at both national and international level. He believes that at its core, strength is a skill, and acquiring that skill is paramount in the pursuit of performance.

To find out more about Killian and the new Pre-Script course, please visit: www.k2coaching.ca www.pre-script.com @killian.hamilton

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007- Developing Ultimate Power with Sebastian Oreb

Muscle Intelligence

02/19/19 • 69 min

Joining us today is Sebastian Oreb, aka the ‘Australian Strength Coach’. In this episode Ben and Sebastian dive into all things strength. They discuss his passion for strength, the process of getting someone strong, the technique he uses with his own athletes & MORE. He opens up about the importance of a healthy mindset and quality of quantity. Find out how if you master the basics of the barbell, you WILL get STRONG!

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Time Stamps

Where did his passion for strength come? [1:00]
How to go ALL IN on that ONE thing. [3:35]
What is his thought process when he is introduced to a new client who wants to get STRONG? [4:47]
Why you NEED to earn the right to add weight to the bar. [11:22]
How he breaks down technique + the importance of NOT maxing out. [20:21]
How does he approach volume and intensity with his athletes? [24:00]
How does he incorporate recovery methods into his athletes programming? [32:53]
The importance of a healthy/clear mindset to getting stronger. [35:40]
Does he measure time between sets? [41:38]
What body position does he prescribe to himself and his athletes between sets? [48:13]
Why he cares about HEALTH when it comes to nutrition. [52:12]
What is next for him? [1:01:08]

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Your nutritional needs in order to thrive with Dr. Krista Scott-Dixon

Muscle Intelligence

09/25/20 • 73 min

In today’s episode, Dr. Krista Scott-Dixon from Precision Nutrition joins us to talk about nutrition. We get into what human beings need nutritionally to thrive, the role of epigenetics and the implication of DNA on your nutrition. Krista explains where to start with a new client, calorie recommendations, behavioral changes and stress mitigation.

Krista Scott-Dixon, PhD, is Precision Nutrition’s director of curriculum. She earned her doctorate in Women’s Studies from York University.

In her role at Precision Nutrition, Dr. Scott-Dixon develops the curriculum for the PN (Women’s and Men’s) Coaching programs, the PN Level 1 Certification, and the PN Level 2 Certification Master Class.

Dr. Scott-Dixon is the coauthor of PN’s Level 1 textbook: The Essentials of Sport and Exercise Nutrition and The Universe Within: Genetic Testing and What It Can Tell Us About Nutrition, Health, and Athletic Performance.

In 2017, her book Why Me Want Eat: Fixing Your Food Fckedupitude was published.

To find out more about Dr. Krista Scott-Dixon, visit: www.precisionnutrition.com

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Additional Links:

Dr. Tina Bryson – The Power of Showing Up

Dr. Huberman on the Muscle Intelligence podcast

Documentary: The Weight of Gold - Official Trailer

Sam Harris - Waking Up

Timestamps:

[00:25] – Today’s guest

[01:15] – Today’s sponsor: Bioptimizer

[03:46] – Krista’s career path and start at PN.

[06:10] – What in nutrition is actually objective?

[08:35] – What human beings need nutritionally to thrive.

[10:24] – Fibre debate.

[14:56] – The strongest evidence is your own experience.

[15:18] – Results from a new diet.

[16:33] – The role of epigenetics.

[18:55] – DNA and its implications on nutrition.

[23:50] – How to establish baseline calories. / Where to start.

[28:55] – Deep Health Model

[30:50] – The Wheels of Stress.

[35:04] – Calorie recommendations.

[36:55] – Hard-gainers vs. stress eaters.

[38:28] – New performance certification at PN.

[43:34] – Decision making tree of if -> then.

[45:40] – How often you should change your nutrition.

[48:20] – Strategies to mitigate stress.

[51:00] – What are you ready, willing and able to do?

[53:25] – Behavioral change.

[01:00:10] – Psychological safety

[01:03:20] – Myth of the individual hero

[01:05:30] – Experiences of many Pro-Body...

Raise Your Standards and Prevent Long-Term Decline #309

Muscle Intelligence

03/13/23 • 35 min

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.

At some point most men start to make excuses, stop placing demands on themselves, and lower their standards. Before they know it, they're in a downward spiral, and it feels like there's no way out.

But here's the thing: it doesn't have to be this way. You can raise your standards, demand more of yourself, and start making better decisions.

Today I want to share an incredibly powerful episode in which I discuss how to raise your standards, and maximize your performance and effectiveness in the gym.

You'll learn practical tips and strategies that you can use right away, to see better results and feel the difference in your workouts.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn about:

The Importance of Raising your Standard, and Simple Ways to Do it
How to Set the Tone of Your Workout for MAXIMUM Performance
The Role of Mobility Work and Activation Exercises for Muscle Building
How to Get the MOST Out of Every Micro-Opportunity in your Daily Training
The Best Pre-Workout Supplements to Incorporate into Your Plan

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Nine Critical Testosterone Interventions #317

Muscle Intelligence

04/17/23 • 44 min

Every day that you're alive, the walls are closing in around you.

Your ability to do the things you used to do starts to fall away, and if you're not intentional about it, you will wake up one day looking and feeling in a way that makes you wonder how you got there.

Living a powerful life grounded in health and energy is well within your grasp. But it's slipping away every day that you neglect to take diligent, disciplined, and directed action on high-priority tasks.

I recently created a 30-day testosterone optimization protocol for men - to solve this problem, and to help men prioritize and take appropriate action, when it comes to maintaining masculine vitality.

While I’m finalizing the nuances of this protocol (opt in for our Muscle Intelligence guides, to make sure you get the announcement!), I’ve put together this episode for you on the 9 BIG things draining your testosterone.

For each of the nine, I outline solutions and interventions that will help you optimize your hormones. Also included in today’s episode is a Q&A section where I debunk supplementation for boosting T, the positives and negatives of gels, pellets, and injections... and MUCH more.

Today you’ll learn:

Optimal Body Fat Levels and Why it’s SO Linked to Testosterone
Eight Shocking Facts about Testosterone Decline in Men
Environmental Chemicals you MUST Eliminate for Hormone Optimization
My Seven Favorite Supplements to Increase Testosterone
The TOP Three Lifestyle Interventions to Support Hormones

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The Cure for Female Hormonal Imbalances #247

Muscle Intelligence

06/13/22 • 73 min

Today's episode is an extensive, and highly actionable explanation of health for women. I sought out Dr. Carrie Jones because she's a true expert on an often-debated, commonly misunderstood subject: hormones. Dr. Carrie Jones recognizes the impact that hormonal imbalance can have at any age (for men AND women!), and is an advocate for the appropriate use of lab testing. A Functional Medicine Health and Hormone Doctor, Dr. Jones believes that when people understand their bodies, they feel more empowered to take control of their health. This is especially true when they're told everything is "normal," but they don't feel that way. You'll learn:

Why and how endocrine disruptors are affecting you.
Immediate KEY levers to balance your monthly cycles.
The simple red flags to help you determine hormonal imbalance.
Supplements & tests to optimize estrogen detoxification.
Which two facets of health are often neglected but matter most.

Learn more about Dr. Carrie Jones and Rupa Health:

Get the episode guide for full details of the knowledge shared in this episode. If you have a woman in your life and you care about her health, please share this episode with her. ====== Thank you to today's sponsor, BiOptimizers Kapex! Get 10% off at https://kenergize.com/muscle OR use code MUSCLE10 for 10% off EVERYTHING at https://bioptimizers.com Kapex boosts AMPK (an enzyme that promotes energy production) in muscles by 52% and fat cells by 300%. It also ups ATP in your liver by 22%, which makes the liver better at ketogenesis and detoxification. Kapex also works well to reduce "keto flu," activates anti-aging pathways, and can help with fat loss in tandem with diet and nutrition.

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Why You Can't Stay Motivated and How to Fix It #246

Muscle Intelligence

06/09/22 • 57 min

Many people believe that it's their lack of motivation that prevents them from making progress... That if only they were able to master their will, anything would be possible. These are usually men who have historically been motivated which just adds to the frustration. If I could stick to that, why can't I stick to this? But what if it wasn't actually about motivation at all? What if you only needed to master THREE things in order to create progress, momentum and therefore, results? Over the last 20 years and throughout my career, I've studied the intersection of mindset, the nervous system, and the physical body... which are inextricably intertwined.

So on today's solocast, I wanted to feature a snippet of my last workshop where I share my understanding of what is really holding you back from feeling consistently motivated.

You'll learn:

The 3 KEY components of motivation that will help you get unstuck.
What ONE practice can expand your capacity more than any other.
The GREATEST driving factor of consistent progress in your training.
How to preserve + amplify new levels of youthful energy.
What guarantees continued success in all areas of life.

Click here to get the full episode guide for this solocast! If you're the type of friend who inspires others to follow the path to their success, please share this episode with at least one other person.

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Parenting, longevity, and biohacking with Ben Greenfield

Muscle Intelligence

04/16/20 • 71 min

We have an extra special episode in store for all of our listeners today! A live conversation with Ben Greenfield that we promise you are not going to want to miss. Ben is one of the most prominent minds in the health and fitness world and his attention to holistic and ancestral ideas is second to none! We get into a big discussion on longevity and all the areas that are to be considered when aiming to optimize for it. Ben also weighs in with his thoughts on medicine, cleansing, diet and health hacks he is currently using. The conversation gets pretty deep so buckle up, Ben leaves no stone unturned aiming for the best, healthiest life possible! He also approaches all of this from a strong desire to help those around him, something that is motivated by pure altruism and love. It is really refreshing to hear someone speak so fearlessly about his desire to help the world realize their potential. Today's episode is at once broad and wide-ranging but also includes specific information on products, ideas, and nutrients that Ben believes are worthwhile. He zeroes in on a bunch of topics, sharing his experiences as well as what research shows us! The final part of our conversation includes Ben's thoughts on parenting and his hopes for his children, something he takes very seriously and purposefully. There is more information in this episode than we can try to summarize, so you will just have to have a listen and be sure to keep a pen and paper handy!

As always a big thank you to our show sponsors, BLUblox! Go to https://blublox.com/muscleintelligence and use the code 'MUSCLE' for 15% off the best blue-blocking eyewear in the world!

Timestamps

Ben's new book and what eventually made it to the press. [6:22]
A starting point for longevity; the most important markers to give attention to. [8:33]
Walking speed, grip strength and VO2 max; metrics to track for longevity. [14:02]
Optimal levels for resting glucose and insulin. [20:18]
The increasing evidence for the benefits of a morning cold soak. [26:01]
Thinking about the role of protein in relation to longevity. [30:03]
A more parasympathetic perspective on food and Ben's appreciation for sustenance. [33:06]
The sections of Ben's book that deal with home soaking, sprouting and fermenting. [43:13]
Olive oil, black seed oil and the rest of Ben's staples for his pantry. [48:03]
Courses, workshops and recipes that Ben and his wife Jessa have offered. [51:44]
Ben's unique relationship with his food and how this journey began. [55:27]
Couple's therapy, breathwork and plant medicine usage in Ben's home. [1:00:26]

What is holding you back from your goals? Understanding limiting beliefs with John Assaraf

Muscle Intelligence

04/02/20 • 54 min

Our internal dialogue creates our external reality. When this reality is one of fear, self-doubt, shame, and judgment, it acts as an obstacle, holding you back from living a life of alignment and purpose. No matter how good we may be at goal setting, if we do not work on these mental roadblocks, we will never get to where we want to be. Today's guest is a phenomenal leader in the behavioral and mindset world, John Assaraf. When he started, his focus was on helping people thrive financially. He has since pivoted to helping people overcome what’s holding them back. In this episode, John shares his fascinating journey with us and the tools he was given at a young age to succeed. The skills John’s mentor equipped him with helped him change his neural pathways of beliefs, habits, expectations, and setpoints. We also learn about achieving goals and why it is a more holistic process than many of us know. It requires activating five parts of our brains, which means that setting the goal is simply the first step. John also talks about the importance of understanding how your emotional responses are triggered when you begin to work on new goals. If you have continually let yourself down by not achieving your goals, you likely have trauma around it. By learning new skills of awareness, you can rewire your brain to set yourself up for sustainable success. John also sheds light on his innercises, and how taking small, decisive steps have cumulative effects that ultimately help create seismic shifts. He shares more on the importance of alignment as well as why focusing on the process and not the outcome gets you where you want to be. John is an incredibly inspiring leader, and we are so grateful he took the time to be with us. Today's podcast is brought to you by BLUblox, the world’s most advanced blue light glasses. It's so important to take care of your eyes, yourself, your sleep, especially during a super stressful time. So, head to blublox.com and use the code ‘muscle’ to get a 15% discount on a pair of these incredible glasses.

Timestamps

How Ben and Muscle Intelligence community are moving through this challenging time. [3:56]
Learn about John’s background and the shift that happened in his teaching and thinking. [7:23]
Find out what John’s mentor showed him that changed his life forever. [9:07]
What happens in the brain when we set goals and increasing the likelihood of achieving them. [11:41]
What motivated John to write his latest book, Innercise. [15:45]
Goal-setting versus goal achieving and what prevents people from taking action. [16:57]
How we developed our current neural networks and what we can do to change them. [22:13]
Why creating skills and a language of awareness will lead to neural changes. [24:11]
Learn more about how mindfulness training brings us back into a state of consciousness. [26:09]
How long it takes to develop a new habitual pattern. [28:58]
Success comes from following fundamental processes and patterns and commitment [31:14]
Learn why you have to interrupt existing processes to create a new mindset. [34:12]
Insights into three of John’s innercises and how they help retrain the nervous system. [36:14]
The Get Off Your Ass Law: Learn about John’s GOYA law and what it entails. [40:29]
John’s unusual way of getting clarity and staying focused on all his goals. [43:38]
Find out more about John’s meditation routine and how it changes. [48:11]

Demystifying Cholesterol and Cardiometabolic Health #376

Muscle Intelligence

02/29/24 • 75 min

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 acid synthesis, and cell membrane formation, highlighting its indispensable nature for our survival.

Our latest Muscle Intelligence Podcast episode, "Demystifying Cholesterol and Cardiometabolic Health," brings on four experts in cardiology and human metabolism...

These four leaders in medicine delve into the complex world of cholesterol, nitric oxide, and the gut microbiome - and break down the impact each has on cardiovascular health and longevity.

Dr. Doreen Saltiel and Dr. Michael Twyman address the common myth surrounding "good" and "bad" cholesterol, emphasizing that cholesterol, in essence, is just cholesterol. The key lies in understanding how its accumulation in arterial walls can lead to health issues, and what exactly the cause of this accumulation is.

You’ll also learn the role that nitric oxide plays in coronary artery disease with Dr. Nathan Bryan, and valuable insights into how to adopt a holistic approach to heart health - which includes the health of the gut microbiome, with Dr. William Davis.

From dietary strategies to lifestyle modifications, this episode offers practical tips for maintaining a healthy balance.

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How many episodes does Muscle Intelligence have?

Muscle Intelligence currently has 383 episodes available.

What topics does Muscle Intelligence cover?

The podcast is about Biohacking, Health & Fitness, Exercise, Nutrition, Alternative Health, Intelligent, Fitness, Intelligence, Podcasts, Diet, Ben and Muscle.

What is the most popular episode on Muscle Intelligence?

The episode title 'Why Brain Health is Important for Hormone Optimization with Dr. Mark Gordon #375' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Muscle Intelligence?

The average episode length on Muscle Intelligence is 58 minutes.

How often are episodes of Muscle Intelligence released?

Episodes of Muscle Intelligence are typically released every 4 days.

When was the first episode of Muscle Intelligence?

The first episode of Muscle Intelligence was released on Jan 22, 2019.

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