Hunter McIntyre joins Mark Bell’s Power Project for a wild conversation about HYROX, world championship prep, PEDs, overtraining, recovery, human performance, and what it really takes to keep competing at the highest level.Hunter opens up about losing a world title by four seconds, why he’s going all-in on strength this year, how he uses HRV and recovery metrics, and why the “grind harder” mentality can destroy athletes. He also talks about PEDs, the Enhanced Games, old-school strongman, maratho...
Jun 02, 2026•1 hr 43 min
Graham Tuttle, aka The Barefoot Sprinter, joins Mark Bell’s Power Project to explain why sprinting isn’t just for elite athletes — it’s a fundamental human ability. Graham breaks down how pain, fear, distraction, strength, rhythm, movement, and play all shape our ability to move fast, feel free, and reconnect with the body. Get Graham’s new book: https://barefootsprinter.com/pages/bts Follow Graham: @thebarefootsprinter instagram: @thebarefootsprinter https://barefootsprinter.com/ Special perks ...
May 25, 2026•1 hr 44 min
Mitchell Hooper joins Mark Bell to talk about competing in the Enhanced Games, his real PED stack, the medical testing that revealed heart health concerns, and his attempt to break the all-time deadlift world record against Hafthor Bjornsson. Hooper also breaks down why strongman rewards athleticism, how he trains without frying his nervous system, and why niche sports need better athlete pay.Special perks for our listeners below!🥩 HIGH QUALITY PROTEIN! 🍖 ➢ https://goodlifeproteins.com/ Code P...
May 23, 2026•35 min
Mike Stratton from Marek Health joins Mark Bell’s Power Project to break down the modern world of health optimization, including TRT, peptides, GLP-1s, blood work, diagnostics, performance medicine, fertility, risk mitigation, and why the best results usually come from a personalized plan instead of blindly chasing the next drug.Mike also shares his personal experience with Ibogaine, how it changed his life, and why true optimization is not just about hormones or medications, but movement, minds...
May 21, 2026•1 hr 11 min
Joe Sullivan and Brianny Terry join Mark Bell and Nsima Inyang to talk about how they met through powerlifting, Brianny’s insane rise from bodybuilding stage lean to breaking all-time world records, the brutal reality of weight cuts, and why the fitness industry is full of noise, bad coaching, and overcomplicated advice.Follow Joe:@joesullivan_aodYouTube @joesullivanaodFollow Brianny:@briannytYouTube @BriannyTerry Special perks for our listeners below!🥩 HIGH QUALITY PROTEIN! 🍖 ➢ https://goodli...
May 18, 2026•2 hr 28 min
Phil Daru breaks down how elite fighters build punching power, movement efficiency, sprint mechanics, foot strength, breathing control, and true fight-ready athleticism. We also get into why strength alone is not enough, how to find an athlete’s limiters, and why the best fighters learn to control chaos.Follow Phil Daru:YouTube: @DaruStrong1 Instagram: @darustrongX/Twitter: @DaruStrongFacebook: Phil Daru / @coachdaruWebsite: phildaru.comCommunity: Daru Strong Club on SkoolSpecial perks for our...
May 14, 2026•1 hr 38 min
Micha Zamora joins us to talk HYROX, running, strength training, pregnancy, nutrition, and what it really takes to build a body that performs for life. From lowering fats to building mileage and setting goals that keep you accountable, this episode is all about staying fit, strong, and capable forever. Follow Micha Zamora: Instagram: @michazamoraweb: warriorzfitness.com Special perks for our listeners below!🥩 HIGH QUALITY PROTEIN! 🍖 ➢ https://goodlifeproteins.com/ Code POWER to save 20% off si...
May 11, 2026•1 hr 13 min
In this episode, Mark Bell and Nsima Inyang break down a hard truth for lifters: more muscle is not always the answer. They discuss why power, balance, mobility, coordination, speed, and the ability to move well may become more important as you age than simply chasing more size. From Larry Wheels sprinting, to jiu-jitsu, jumping, sprinting, isometrics, and the reality of stiff lifters getting older, this conversation is about building a body that is strong, athletic, durable, and capable. Specia...
May 04, 2026•1 hr 1 min
Charlie Zamora joins Mark Bell for a powerful conversation about faith, family, fitness, business, and what real strength actually means. Charlie has spent his life in gyms, from CrossFit and Olympic lifting to jiu-jitsu, HYROX, and coaching. But in this episode, he explains why strength is much bigger than numbers on a bar. He talks about growing up around hard-working men, building Warriors Fitness, evolving his business, working with firefighters and police departments, and learning that succ...
Apr 27, 2026•1 hr 58 min
Dave Rossi joins Mark Bell to break down the ideas behind his book Alphas Die Early and explain why so many young men are struggling with identity, anxiety, performance, and purpose. They dig into modern masculinity, the pressure to become an “alpha,” the damage of living performatively, and why vulnerability, self-mastery, and honesty may actually be the real forms of strength.The conversation also dives into anxiety, fear, confidence, meditation, movement, gratitude, and what it really takes t...
Apr 23, 2026•1 hr 14 min
Mark Kerr sits down with Mark Bell for a raw conversation about fighting at the highest level, the mindset it took to become one of the most feared men in MMA, and the personal battles that nearly broke him.In this episode, Mark Kerr talks about his rise through wrestling and early mixed martial arts, the brutal reality of no-time-limit fights, what made Pride and Japan so different, and how he approached training like a true professional. He also opens up about addiction, sobriety, rebuilding t...
Apr 20, 2026•2 hr 8 min
Ben Alderman, owner of CrossFit Iron Mile and pastor at Restlife Church, joins Mark Bell for a wide-ranging conversation on training, jiu-jitsu, leadership, family, and faith.Ben breaks down why being strong in the gym doesn’t automatically translate to fighting or grappling, what jiu-jitsu taught him about efficiency, leverage, and humility, and why CrossFit is still one of the best ways to build broad, real-world fitness. They also talk about movement variability, conditioning, striking, adapt...
Apr 16, 2026•1 hr 20 min
On this episode of Mark Bell’s Power Project, Mark talks with Mike Ryan, a celebrity trainer and lifelong athlete, former Gold’s Gym manager, and someone who’s been around the best of the best for decades.Mike is about to turn 60… and he’s not slowing down. He’s still lifting heavy, sprinting, working long hours, and pushing to break records, not just maintain.Follow:@mike_ryan_celebritytrainerSpecial perks for our listeners below!🥩 HIGH QUALITY PROTEIN! 🍖 ➢ https://goodlifeproteins.com/ Code ...
Apr 13, 2026•43 min
Alzheimer’s doesn’t start when symptoms show up—it starts decades earlier.In this episode, Max Lugavere breaks down how everyday habits are either protecting your brain… or slowly working against it. From body fat and muscle to sleep, diet, and activity levels, the biggest risk factors are often the most common behaviors.Special perks for our listeners below!🥩 HIGH QUALITY PROTEIN! 🍖 ➢ https://goodlifeproteins.com/ Code POWER to save 20% off site wide, or code POWERPROJECT to save an additiona...
Apr 06, 2026•54 min
What if faith isn’t blind… but the most rational conclusion?In this episode, Pastor Ben breaks down the problem of evil, free will, addiction, hypocrisy in Christianity, and why belief in God may be unavoidable. From the role of suffering to the power of transformation, this conversation goes deep into the questions most people are afraid to ask.We also get into modern issues—politics, culture, and the tension between faith and real-world behavior—and why the biggest challenge to Christianity mi...
Apr 01, 2026•1 hr 10 min
Everyone wants to get lean… but almost nobody talks about what it actually takes. From energy crashes to mental fatigue, getting shredded isn’t just about lifting weights—it’s about discipline, consistency, and understanding how your body really works. “Everybody is a bodybuilder… the question is what body are you building?” Special perks for our listeners below!🥩 HIGH QUALITY PROTEIN! 🍖 ➢ https://goodlifeproteins.com/ Code POWER to save 20% off site wide, or code POWERPROJECT to save an addit...
Mar 30, 2026•55 min
Chad Aichs is one of the strongest powerlifters to ever do it — squatting over 1,200 lbs, totaling 2,700+… all while battling extreme sleep deprivation, narcolepsy, and mental warfare most people couldn’t survive.Follow Chad here:https://www.instagram.com/chadaichs/Get Chad's book here:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GK5XNWMC?ref=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cso_sms_apin_dp_029RYZB666BX5XPCEJE4&ref_=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cso_sms_apin_dp_029RYZB666BX5XPCEJE4&social_share=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cso_sms_apin_dp_029RYZB666BX5X...
Mar 25, 2026•2 hr 12 min
In this episode, Mark Bell and Nsima talk with Professor Thomas Seyfried to discuss his metabolic theory of cancer, why he believes mitochondrial dysfunction is at the root of chronic disease, and how nutrition, exercise, and metabolic health may influence cancer risk and outcomes.Dr. Seyfried breaks down his views on glucose, glutamine, ketosis, fasting, GKI, obesity, processed foods, inflammation, and why he believes the current medical system is missing the bigger picture when it comes to pre...
Mar 23, 2026•1 hr 6 min
What if everything you’ve been told about mindset, training, and performance is missing the point?In this episode, Brian MacKenzie breaks down why he rejects the “guru” label and dives deep into the connection between physical training, mindset, and the nervous system. From working with elite athletes to helping people rebuild their lives, Brian explains why performance isn’t just about strength—it’s about identity, behavior, and how you operate day to day.This conversation explores why some of ...
Mar 19, 2026•29 min
Naudi Aguilar joins Mark Bell to challenge some of the biggest ideas in the fitness world. From squats and deadlifts to bodybuilding, CrossFit, and modern strength programs, Naudi explains why he believes traditional strength training may be missing the bigger picture.The conversation dives into gait, posture, movement mechanics, and why Naudi thinks improving the way you move can dramatically impact health, performance, and longevity. Mark and Naudi also discuss whether lifting heavy is truly b...
Mar 16, 2026•1 hr 24 min
Rafael Lovato Jr joins Mark Bell’s Power Project to break down the mindset, strategy, and longevity behind one of the greatest American careers in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.Lovato explains his famous pressure-passing system, the “funnel” concept he uses to control opponents, how he’s stayed elite for over two decades, and why efficiency and consistency matter more than strength or explosiveness.We also dive into his upbringing in martial arts, competing around the world, his undefeated MMA career, and...
Mar 11, 2026•3 hr
In this episode of Mark Bell’s Power Project, we talk with the team behind Ubrzati and Z-Treadz (Beau Chavez & Tim Stockton) about the science of speed and why most athletes train it wrong. The system focuses on teaching the brain and body to move faster through precise sprint protocols and incline running.If you want to see the workout we did on the treadmill earlier in the day, check out the video on our second channel.Follow:https://www.ubrzati.com/https://www.youtube.com/@UCY0cSgGSamemKk...
Mar 09, 2026•2 hr 28 min
Brian MacKenzie joins Mark Bell to break down aerobic fitness, nasal breathing, HRV, walking for recovery, and the 2.3 watts/kg test that reveals whether you're truly metabolically fit. They also discuss nervous system regulation, breathwork, endurance training, and why aerobic capacity might be the missing piece for strength athletes.Follow Brian MacKenzie:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_brianmackenzieInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/shiftadaptWebsite: https://shiftadapt.comSpecial pe...
Mar 05, 2026•1 hr 5 min
Sleep apnea, fatigue, anxiety, cravings, and chronic illness might share a root cause most people ignore: sunlight and vitamin D. Dr. Joel Gould breaks down the “modern epidemic,” how D3/K2 and the environment affect your airway, gut, and mitochondria—and what you can actually do about it. Follow:🌐 Official Website🔗 drjoelgould.com – His personal / main hub online.📱 Instagram🔗 @drjoelgould – Personal account (dentistry + health insights).🔗 @modern_hunter_gatherers – Official Modern Hunter G...
Mar 02, 2026•1 hr 18 min
In this episode, we go deep on the real drivers of aging, performance, and long-term health.We break down why poor sleep becomes exponentially more damaging as you age, how oxygen saturation impacts recovery, what “sleep burden” actually means, and why tracking O2 might be one of the most important metrics after 50.We discuss senolytic cells, mitochondrial function, hyperbaric oxygen, creatine and energy substrates, and why blindly experimenting with peptides can be riskier than people think.We ...
Feb 23, 2026•1 hr 19 min
Mark sits down with Joel Greene to unpack the sugar diet—why it can work short-term (hello, glycolysis), what it may shift long-term (gut taxa + immune cell metabolism), and why the body isn’t a “static machine.” They also hit insulin sensitivity, keto/carnivore blind spots, the “calorie is a calorie” debate, and why rhythms/pulses beat doing the same thing daily.Special perks for our listeners below!🥩 HIGH QUALITY PROTEIN! 🍖 ➢ https://goodlifeproteins.com/ Code POWER to save 20% off site wide...
Feb 18, 2026•48 min
Bruce Cardenas went from Marine and LAPD officer to running a high-level security company protecting celebrities — and then helped build Quest into a billion-dollar brand before helping scale Legendary Foods to the next level.Follow Bruce on IG: @bruceecardenasSpecial perks for our listeners below!🥩 HIGH QUALITY PROTEIN! 🍖 ➢ https://goodlifeproteins.com/ Code POWER to save 20% off site wide, or code POWERPROJECT to save an additional 5% off your Build a Box Subscription!🩸 Get your BLOODWORK/T...
Feb 16, 2026•35 min
We talk with Dr. Scott Sherr rto talk health optimization from the practical to the “hold up… what?” level.We get into light and red light therapy, mitochondria and metabolism, nitric oxide (and why mouthwash can wreck it), the “toxic bucket” concept for modern exposures, EMF/5G concerns and mitigation, and why environment matters more than most people think.Then we go deeper: psychedelics, default mode network, ketamine and integration, marijuana risks for younger users, and how perspective and...
Feb 11, 2026•1 hr 3 min
In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Scott Sherr to break down how the nervous system actually drives performance, recovery, sleep, and long-term health.We dive into sympathetic vs parasympathetic balance, why being overly stimulated before training can limit gains, how to down-regulate between sets and after workouts, and why many people struggle with sleep even when they “do everything right.”We also cover cortisol rhythms, late-night training, GABA, melatonin misconceptions, recovery strategi...
Feb 09, 2026•1 hr 22 min
It’s not about what you’re doing in the decade you’re in, it’s about what those habits turn into in the next one. In this conversation we get into why we’re leaning harder into relative strength and athletic movement (high-volume calisthenics, hangs, pull-ups, push-up variations, sandbags, sled work, reaction drills, rope flow, tennis balls, and even bouldering) without abandoning the basics of strength training. We talk about how coordination is trainable, why expanding your “movement vocabular...
Feb 04, 2026•1 hr 2 min
