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. In today's episode, you'll learn how to master your mindset from top level experts in the industry. Mindset is one of the 6 Pillars of Human Optimization - but this episode isn't your typical self-help advice. It's a few of my favorite conversations with people w...
Feb 27, 2023•1 hr 16 min
When it comes to nutrition there's a lot of room for improvement for most men. Not only to build the lean, healthy, and muscular body you desire… But also to maximize focus and energy, decrease inflammation, improve digestion, increase brain function, etc. That's why today I'll show you the 6 lenses through which you should make decisions around nutrition... To solve the nutritional part of the equation for a lean and muscular body, optimized energy and focus, and to move toward optimal health. ...
Feb 23, 2023•29 min
Most men I talk to are obsessed with high-impact output. They always want the best results possible for their body, business, and family. They want to do the right things (effectiveness), do those in the right way (efficiency), and do it with intensity (the multiplier of the output). And if you value these things… you MUST check out this interview I did with Matt Gallant. Matt is one of those people that begins where everyone ends. He's a true optimizer, brilliant biohacker, leader of his tribe,...
Feb 20, 2023•1 hr 18 min
Most men who come to me for guidance don't have huge bodybuilding goals. They're usually successful, well established men seeking new levels of potential and performance; wanting more fulfillment and purpose out of life. Building an impenetrable body, even if it's not to compete on stage, allows you to live your greatest life. Not just for yourself, but to lead your family, team and community. Just like your finances, little deposits into your health compound over time - so knowing what these hi...
Feb 16, 2023•40 min
If you ever find yourself running out of energy by the end of the day, unable to quiet your racing mind, having a hard time getting and staying focused before a meeting or workout… I recorded this quick episode to teach you the Three Primary Intervention Techniques to regulate the nervous system. This is one of the most important tools I teach my clients, because it's imperative for ambitious men like us to master. I share my secret breathing, visual, and muscular practices that work better than...
Feb 13, 2023•20 min
I recently simplified our training framework into just three, easy-to-follow steps. If you're looking to upgrade your programming or execution, you'll want to take notes. I share the limitations, symptoms and how you can succeed in each phase to become more effective. In this episode, you'll learn: The #1 Thing you MUST Eliminate for Optimal Health Top High-Impact Habits to Burn Fat and Build Muscle Six Ways to Overcome the Most Common Transformation Roadblocks The ONE Marker to Track when Incre...
Feb 09, 2023•32 min
Building a lean, healthy and muscular body isn't hard. Nor is becoming a better man, husband, dad and leader. What's hard for most men is committing to things for a long period of time. Relationships, workout programs, diets, jobs, businesses… We're surrounded by shiny objects and our culture has made it easy and acceptable to change directions all the time, without penalty. So I recorded this solocast to guide you through the process I use with my clients to build confidence and character throu...
Feb 06, 2023•30 min
Want a chance to take a LIVE class with me? Apply for a ticket to the FREE Muscle Intelligence Training on February 4th, to 10x upgrade your nutrition plan effectiveness, at muscleintelligence.com/tickets - seats are limited, so act now! [**See more information at the bottom of the show notes] As high-achievers, we know that nutrition, like pursuing any goal at a high level, is nuanced. So it won't be surprising to hear that the ideal nutrition plan doesn't exist, or at least not an ongoing plan...
Feb 02, 2023•32 min
Want a chance to take a LIVE class with me? Get tickets to FREE Muscle Intelligence Trainings on January 26th and February 4th, to 10x upgrade your effectiveness in the gym, and with your nutrition at muscleintelligence.com/tickets - seats are limited, so act now! Save 10% on ALL BiOptimizers products at bioptimizers.com/muscle10 Today's episode is a new Six Pillar Series episode, where I talk with some amazing experts in their fields about the 6 Pillars of Human Optimization… Sleep, breath, nut...
Jan 30, 2023•1 hr 23 min
Want a chance to take a LIVE class with me? Get tickets to FREE Muscle Intelligence Trainings on January 26th and February 4th, to 10x upgrade your effectiveness in the gym, and with your nutrition at muscleintelligence.com/tickets - seats are limited, so act now! Save 10% on ALL BiOptimizers products at bioptimizers.com/muscle10 In today's episode, I take a deep dive into the first three categories of my 16 Areas of Human Optimization framework. I cover the effectiveness of training, mobility, ...
Jan 26, 2023•47 min
Want a chance to take a LIVE class with me? Get tickets to FREE Muscle Intelligence Trainings on January 26th and February 4th, to 10x upgrade your effectiveness in the gym, and with your nutrition at muscleintelligence.com/tickets - seats are limited, so act now! On today's episode, I discuss the key to improving all aspects of life... EFFECTIVENESS. Not just effectiveness in the gym, but also with your nutrition, your scheduling, and your communication skills. Maximizing effectiveness is the k...
Jan 23, 2023•43 min
Muscle Intelligence has opened the doors temporarily for new members ready to start in January 2023. We train Champions. If you're interested, click here to see if you qualify. The single most effective tip for making every exercise more effective and maximizing progress is… Become able to see and understand the overlap of the direction of applied force relative to the path of travel of the insertion point. Once you understand this, you can get EVERY MUSCLE to grow. In today's episode you'll lea...
Jan 19, 2023•21 min
Muscle Intelligence has opened the doors temporarily for new members ready to start in January 2023. We train Champions. If you're interested, click here to see if you qualify. 99 times out of 100, the real reason you stop during your training is not because the muscle you're training fails. This means there's a lot of room to improve the DEPTH (intensity) of your workout. Increasing depth is way more than just putting another plate on the bar. It's about training more intensely with full contro...
Jan 16, 2023•29 min
Muscle Intelligence has opened the doors temporarily for new members ready to start in January 2023. We train Champions. If you're interested, click here to see if you quality. Anyone who adheres to a training plan knows that, no matter how perfectly you stick to and execute your reps, cardio, and recovery, there are always a few unplanned ups and downs. This can present some challenging decisions if you value consistently performing at your best… Where and how can training be altered to work ar...
Jan 12, 2023•30 min
Muscle Intelligence has opened the doors temporarily for new members ready to start in January 2023. We train Champions. If you're interested, click here to see if you quality. Developing a true champions' mindset is a two-fold process. The first shift requires a dedicated practice of awareness, intentionality, and purpose. However, mindset also incorporates a physiological component that can be positively altered with nutrition, supplementation, and lifestyle practices that support the brain's ...
Jan 09, 2023•30 min
Muscle Intelligence has opened the doors temporarily for new members ready to start in January 2023. We train Champions. If you're interested, click here to see if you quality. After my clients have mastered the foundational pillars of health and body composition optimization - training, nutrition, and lifestyle - their next question is often, "What supplements should I add into my routine?" Between knowing what supplements work best within YOUR specific program and in your body, and deciphering...
Jan 05, 2023•23 min
Muscle Intelligence has opened the doors temporarily for new members ready to start in January 2023. We train Champions. If you're interested, click here to see if you quality. It seems to be now widely acknowledged by medical doctors and wellness practitioners that stress either contributes to, or is a major traceable root cause, of various ailments and disease. However, while stress is a common problem, the solution tends to be left up to the patient - without much direction or guidance for ho...
Jan 02, 2023•34 min
Muscle Intelligence has opened the doors temporarily for new members ready to start in January 2023. We train Champions. If you're interested, click here to see if you quality. Today's podcast is centered around the pillar that I believe holds the key to unlocking new levels of health and performance: the breath. Breathing is a simple, foundational practice that is often overlooked in the world of high performance due to its simplicity. However, with practice, you can master these specific breat...
Dec 29, 2022•58 min
Muscle Intelligence has opened the doors temporarily for new members ready to start in January 2023. We train Champions. If you're interested, click here to see if you quality. Fasting has gained massive amounts of attention in the last several years. With most of the fasting information being both generalized and confusing, I've compiled the most useful practices for effective fasting, that my clients and I have found both effective and easy. If optimal body composition and/or peak human health...
Dec 26, 2022•22 min
Muscle Intelligence has opened the doors temporarily for new members ready to start in January 2023. We train Champions. If you're interested, click here to see if you quality. Those who have high standards for lifestyle optimization are fully aware that it's not JUST about what you do in the gym or the food you fuel your body with… Cognitive performance and daily mental acuity are HUGE when it comes to setting your goals and following through. Today's episode looks at peak brain function and en...
Dec 22, 2022•27 min
I get a lot of client and community questions about programming, and whether training for strength and hypertrophy are synonymous. The short answer is - they're not… While strength and hypertrophy training have plenty of overlap, the primary goals and signaling of each respective programming model differ. Today's episode gives you an insight into the exact process I use to program for BOTH strength and hypertrophy training, as well as the levers that I use when tailoring a specific program to a ...
Dec 19, 2022•26 min
If you were to rate yourself in the five most important areas of your life, how many would be 5/5? Many people believe it's "hard" or unrealistic to perform at their best consistently but the truth is that you don't have the framework YET. The first step is to change your relationship with the word "hard." The second step is to set high standards for growth AND accept criticism. The third step is finding comfort within the discomfort - and today's episode gives you the tools to do just that. I r...
Dec 15, 2022•35 min
Today's episode takes a deep dive into the best upper body training techniques - to help you break through the barriers that slow muscle growth and leave you prone to injury. You'll get my proven tools for foundational strength, as well as my specific protocol for hypertrophy. This episode is a must-listen for anyone who wants to maximize muscle growth, as well as train for longevity. Click here to pick up the guide for my top upper body building tips! You'll learn: The Critical Steps to Optimiz...
Dec 12, 2022•28 min
When approaching a body transformation, one of the most common mistakes people make is trying to skip ahead to the more nuanced layers of training, nutrition, and lifestyle. These are the fine-tuning elements that, without mastering a few simple things first, are almost completely irrelevant. Today's episode outlines the top three essential levers for transformation that you MUST master, before getting into the finer details of ANY physique and life optimization plan. I also cover my tried-and-t...
Dec 08, 2022•25 min
I'm asked questions regularly from our coaching community about being more effective and efficient with time, training, work - you name it. I define "effective" as performing as close to your peak as possible on a daily basis, and being truly intentional about the way you choose to live your life in each moment. And what I've found is that being a highly effective human requires the development of specific skills, habits and processes. After decades of testing AND studying the habits of the worl...
Dec 05, 2022•24 min
Today's interview is with Dr. Doreen Saltiel, an outstanding resource in the process and nuance of optimizing testosterone levels. This episode is the ultimate guide on how to balance testosterone with lifestyle protocols, peptide options, and/or hormone replacement therapy. By the end of this interview, you'll know what your options are for treatment, how hormonal symptoms are implicated within ALL body systems, and the BEST action items for keeping testosterone at an optimal level as you move ...
Dec 01, 2022•1 hr 14 min
Today's podcast is the fourth in our Six-Pillar Series, and takes a deep-dive into the pillar of life optimization that is often overlooked, but which also holds the KEY to true transformation: our environment. I intentionally selected a handful of episodes from the past year that offer straightforward, actionable advice, as well as deeply reflective practices to help you discern the best path of action. You'll hear from: Philip McKernan, on the appropriate steps to change your career, relations...
Nov 28, 2022•36 min
Today's interview is with a man who is paving the way for today's men to access their GREATEST potential. Jonathan Rios joins me for a conversation about how to break out of the stifling confines of society's complacent norms, and to start living a deeply fulfilling, purpose-driven life. If you are a father, business leader, or someone interested in living fully in alignment with your greatest strengths and passion, this episode is a must-listen. Jonathan Rios is a mental coach and licensed psyc...
Nov 23, 2022•59 min
While the holiday season is traditionally seen as a time when many forego their priorities of health and fitness for social events and vacations, the high-achievers within the Muscle Intelligence Community know that this might be the MOST important time of the year to stay on top of their health… The times when it's most challenging to stick to the plan, often prove to be the most transformational as well. Plus, here's what most people forget: you can prioritize your health, wellness, and physic...
Nov 21, 2022•28 min
Today's interview is on an array of subject matter that both those competing at an elite level, as well as those aspiring to be high-performers, can get a tremendous amount of value from. In this all-encompassing conversation with Dr. John Connor, we cover the best practices for pre-competition preparation, as well as appropriate training progressions. Dr. Connor dives deep into weight cutting, including cutting-edge therapies and a protocol for reloading. Dr. Connor is the Co-Founder of the Iri...
Nov 17, 2022•1 hr 27 min
