After seeing a photo of himself he couldn’t stand to send to family, Barrett Popst hit a breaking point and realized it was time to take control of his health. That wake-up call sparked a total transformation, one that took him from 215 pounds to 13% body fat, reigniting his confidence and reshaping his mindset in the process. Ben Olliver, Dr. Taylor Waters, and Ryan Stevens sit down with Barrett to discuss how the Supra Human program changed his life through simplicity, structure, and community...
Oct 31, 2025•16 min•Ep. 97
Can you really get in elite shape while only eating out? Ben Olliver, Dr. Taylor Waters, and Ryan Stevens talk about why calories, protein, and consistency beat food “purity,” especially for high performers who travel. They map a full day using Starbucks egg whites, Subway high-protein builds, Chipotle bowls, Chick-fil-A grilled options, and explain how chains improve tracking accuracy for real-world fat loss. You’ll learn flexible dieting rules, when food quality starts to matter, behavior desi...
Oct 24, 2025•34 min•Ep. 96
John Madsen, former NFL player and founder of Supra Human, opens up about the identity crash that followed being cut from the league, the uncertainty that came after, and how he rebuilt confidence through discipline, personal development, and a growth mindset. He explains why tying self-worth to titles leads to burnout and how redefining purpose creates lasting freedom and success. Ben Olliver, Dr. Taylor Waters, and Ryan Stevens sit down with John to explore the mindset shifts that redefine suc...
Oct 17, 2025•55 min•Ep. 95
Ben Shortreed, the 2025 Supra Human Man of the Year, is a former infantry Marine and insurance business owner who lost his left hand in a 2020 fireworks accident. He battled relentless phantom limb pain, found relief with a Sprint PNS device, and rebuilt confidence through personalized coaching and a supportive community. What began as home workouts grew into gym sessions, turning discomfort into strength and a new sense of identity. In this episode, Ben Olliver, Dr. Taylor Waters, and Ryan Stev...
Oct 10, 2025•24 min•Ep. 94
Sean Walsh, a corporate professional with over 30 years in banking, faced rapid weight gain and years of health struggles before making a dramatic change in his early 50s. Through the Supra Human program, he lost 55 pounds and discovered the power of nutrition, accountability, and mindset. Along the way, medical testing revealed stage 2 prostate cancer, caught early and treated successfully, with his renewed strength helping him recover quickly. In this episode of the Supra Human Podcast, Ben Ol...
Oct 03, 2025•17 min•Ep. 93
Is your desk job more dangerous than smoking? In this episode Ben Olliver, Dr. Taylor Waters, and Ryan Stevens break down the overlooked risks of sitting too much and why regular workouts can’t fully offset the damage of a sedentary lifestyle. They reveal the shocking data on mortality, the misconceptions around what health really looks like, and practical ways to integrate movement into your day without adding hours to your schedule. This conversation is a wake-up call for anyone who thinks bei...
Sep 26, 2025•24 min•Ep. 92
Mark Jones has endured more than most, surviving a rare stroke, battling recurring cancer, and navigating the relentless demands of running two companies. At nearly 60 years old, he’s not only overcome these challenges but transformed his body and mindset, dropping over 60 pounds and earning a place in the Supra Hall of Fame. In this episode Ben Olliver, Dr. Taylor Waters, and Ryan Stevens dive into the principles that fueled Mark’s comeback: structure, accountability, and refusing to make excus...
Sep 19, 2025•30 min•Ep. 91
The Biggest Loser promised dramatic transformations, but behind the scenes it relied on punishing calorie deficits, grueling exercise, and public shaming, leaving most contestants regaining all the weight and more. In this episode of the Supra Human Podcast, Ben Olliver, Dr. Taylor Waters, and Ryan Stevens reveal why the show’s approach was never sustainable and contrast it with healthier models like MrBeast’s weight loss challenge, where individualized coaching, empathy, and long-term strategie...
Sep 05, 2025•22 min•Ep. 90
High-performing women juggle careers, families, and endless expectations, so when it comes to fitness, many set impossible standards that leave them stuck in cycles of frustration. In this episode Ben Olliver, Dr. Taylor Waters, Ryan Stevens, and guest Coach Nikki Donovan uncover the unique challenges women face in pursuit of health. Nikki brings powerful insights into the mindset and empathy needed to create real, lasting change. Together, they break down the biggest barriers holding women back...
Aug 29, 2025•44 min•Ep. 89
Why do so many disciplined high performers follow “clean eating” rules yet struggle to see real progress? In this episode Ben Olliver, Dr. Taylor Waters, and Ryan Stevens reveal how obsessing over food purity (organic labels, gluten-free choices, nitrate-free meats) creates the illusion of control while pulling focus away from the true drivers of health and performance: calories, protein, movement, and consistency. Learn why quality foods are valuable but secondary, how cheat-day binges backfire...
Aug 22, 2025•38 min•Ep. 88
What if an injury didn’t end your progress, but made you stronger than ever? In this episode, Ben Olliver, Dr. Taylor Waters, and Ryan Stevens sit down with Coach Nikki Donovan, former psychologist turned CrossFit and strength coach, who has spent over a decade overcoming major injuries while guiding high performers through their own recoveries. With experience on both sides of the process, Nikki shares how to adapt training, protect performance, and maintain momentum when setbacks hit. They bre...
Aug 15, 2025•43 min•Ep. 87
Are you perfect from Monday to Thursday… then the weekend hits, and all your progress disappears? In this episode, Ben Olliver, Ryan Stevens, and Dr. Taylor Waters break down the “weekend warrior” mindset that keeps people stuck. From reward-based thinking to associating fun with overconsumption, they reveal why 43% of your week can account for 90% of your results, and how to flip weekends from your biggest setback into your biggest advantage. Learn how elite performers manage structure, mindset...
Aug 08, 2025•40 min•Ep. 86
Could your fitness tracker be the unseen reason you're plateauing? In this episode, Dr. Taylor Waters, Ben Olliver, and Ryan Stevens break down what to track, what to ignore, and how fitness wearables either fuel elite performance or quietly hold you back. Covering HRV, resting heart rate, steps, calories, and sleep data, they reveal the essential metrics that actually drive change and the common ways people let the numbers control their behavior instead of guiding it. Chapters (00:00) Introduct...
Aug 01, 2025•53 min•Ep. 85
Are you following your trainer's plan, hitting every workout, and still seeing no progress? It’s not your effort that’s the problem. In this episode, Dr. Taylor Waters, Ben Olliver, and Ryan Stevens expose cookie-cutter programs, buzzword traps, and the most common red flags unqualified fitness coaches tend to display. If you're choosing a new trainer or questioning your current one, this episode breaks down the key questions to ask and what real, results-driven coaching should actually look lik...
Jul 25, 2025•46 min•Ep. 84
If you're serious about progress in the gym or in your career, strategic discipline might be the biggest competitive edge you're overlooking. In this episode of the Supra Human podcast, Dr. Taylor Waters, Ben Olliver, and Ryan Stevens break down why high performers self-sabotage by chasing quick fixes in fitness, nutrition, and personal development. Using S&P 500 analogies, Hormozi psychology, and real-life gym stories, they expose how long-term consistency above all else, creates elite-leve...
Jul 18, 2025•39 min•Ep. 83
Scaling to $50M+ in revenue wasn’t luck—it was culture, execution, and hiring the right people. In this episode of The Supra Human Show , John and Nineveh Madsen sit down with Ben Olliver and Dr. Taylor Waters to reveal how they built one of the most elite fitness coaching teams in the world—from just 3 employees to over 90. They unpack what actually makes someone a winner (hint: it’s not potential), why they hire for attitude over résumé, and how culture is protected—not just built. You’ll lear...
Jul 11, 2025•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 82
From tracking myths to training injuries, we break down the biggest questions holding lifters back. This episode of The Supra Human Show delivers straight forward answers for everyone serious about results. Dr. Taylor Waters and Ben Olliver tackle the most common roadblocks in training, from ineffective glute routines and unrealistic fat-loss goals to misunderstood injuries and calorie tracking myths. You’ll learn how to train smarter with progressive compound movements, manage setbacks without ...
Jul 04, 2025•52 min•Ep. 79
Why do some people stay consistent for years, while others burn out in weeks? It’s not willpower. It’s not hype. And it’s definitely not discipline in the way you think. In this episode of The Supra Human Show , Ryan Stevens, Dr. Taylor Waters, and Ben Olliver dismantle the myths of motivation. Together they show how true consistency comes from designing your environment, aligning your identity, and understanding the hidden motives that actually drive action. You’ll learn the concept of the “mot...
Jun 27, 2025•43 min•Ep. 80
Busy professionals struggling to stay consistent with fat loss, strength training, or daily movement will get the blueprint in this episode. From minimal effective dose workouts to simple, high-adherence nutrition, Ben Oliver and Dr. Taylor Waters unpack what actually works when time is limited and excuses run high. You'll learn how to make real progress with just two full-body workouts per week, reduce decision fatigue with frictionless meal plans, and increase daily movement through NEAT strat...
Jun 20, 2025•41 min•Ep. 79
In this high-impact episode of the Supra Human Show, Ben Oliver, Ryan Stevens, and Dr. Taylor Waters cut straight to the truth on common fitness and nutrition myths. They unpack when to prioritize compound or isolation exercises, why many people overestimate how little they eat, and how calorie tracking can make or break your results. If you're serious about performance, this is essential viewing. The coaches also explore why women often see slower fat loss, how hormones affect metabolic output,...
Jun 13, 2025•39 min•Ep. 78
The fitness world on social media is a mess—coaches with no credentials, influencers pushing garbage products, and a wave of edited bodies setting impossible standards. In this episode of The Supra Human Show, Ben Oliver and Dr. Taylor Waters call out the BS, break down what makes content harmful vs. helpful, and share the mindset shift needed to actually succeed in your health journey. Whether you're a coach, a lifter, or someone just trying to sift through the chaos online, this is the episode...
Jun 06, 2025•56 min•Ep. 77
In this episode of the Supra Human Show, we unpack extreme bodybuilding mistakes, unsustainable nutrition habits, and outdated supplement myths. Hosts Ben Oliver and Dr. Taylor Waters sit down with elite hybrid coach Paul “Sully” Sullivan to share raw, hilarious, and brutally honest confessions from their early years in bodybuilding. From cutting to absurd lows, abusing supplements, and chasing shredded physiques at any cost, they reveal how their approach evolved into something smarter, more in...
May 30, 2025•44 min•Ep. 76
In this episode of The Supra Human Show, Ben Oliver, Ryan Stevens, and Dr. Taylor Waters discuss what actually keeps you strong, mobile, and functional well into your 60s and beyond. No trends, no biohacks, just real science, client results, and brutally honest truths about what it takes to stay elite. You’ll hear stories of clients who dodged surgeries, dropped over 100 pounds, and built muscle decades after most people give up. Why? Because they trained with purpose, not excuses. This isn’t ju...
May 23, 2025•40 min•Ep. 75
In this no-BS breakdown, Ben Oliver, Ryan Stevens, and Dr. Taylor Waters call out the worst fitness trends poisoning the industry. From MLM scams disguised as wellness to influencers who’ve never trained a client in their life, we’re exposing the gimmicks and the grifters. You’ll hear why “quick fixes” are anything but quick, how CrossFit fell off, and why calorie deficit still reigns supreme. If you’ve ever wondered why your results stall while the industry profits, this episode is your wake-up...
May 16, 2025•41 min•Ep. 74
He didn’t just coach us, he changed us. This episode is a tribute to Tyler Wall: teammate, coach, and one of the most emotionally intelligent humans we've ever known. Tyler didn’t just guide workouts, he lifted spirits, built bonds, and left behind a legacy of presence, humor, and heart. The team reflects on the moments that defined Tyler's impact, from his dance moves in Texas bars, to the quiet, thoughtful ways he showed up for people. Through laughter, tears, and stories that span years, we c...
May 09, 2025•24 min•Ep. 73
Ben Oliver, Ryan Stevens, and Dr. Taylor Waters tackle the most misunderstood fat loss questions in the fitness world—with real data, client experience, and no-BS strategies that work. Whether you're in the middle of a cut, planning a reverse diet, or trying to optimize performance without burnout, this episode breaks down the tools, trade-offs, and truths you need to make progress that actually lasts. From their go-to meals during a fat loss phase to the truth about set points and metabolism my...
May 02, 2025•48 min•Ep. 72
Most of your favorite exercises suck for building muscle. Here’s what to do instead. In this episode of The Supra Human Show, Ryan Stevens, Dr Taylor Waters, and Ben Oliver break down the best and worst exercises for putting on real muscle. No gimmicks, no trends, just straight hypertrophy science for people who train for gains. They’re not here to entertain you with flashy movements. They’re here to tell you why some of the most popular lifts in the gym are wasting your time, and what to do ins...
Apr 25, 2025•35 min•Ep. 71
Conquer food cravings before they conquer you. If you’ve ever felt like your willpower vanishes the moment cravings hit, especially when you’re cutting or chasing peak physique goals, this episode will rewrite the way you think about hunger and self-control. Most people assume cravings are just a lack of discipline. The truth is, cravings are deeply tied to biology, psychology, and environment, and mastering them is a skill every high achiever needs. In this episode, we break down why cravings i...
Apr 18, 2025•35 min•Ep. 70
Getting shredded for a photo shoot isn’t about willpower it’s about strategy, timing, and mental resilience. In this episode of The Supra Human Show, we uncover what it really takes to prepare for peak physique beyond the gym selfies and quick-fix myths. Whether you're stepping in front of the camera or on stage, you'll learn how elite performers approach nutrition, mindset, and lifestyle to create lasting transformation. Joining us is Jose Espinoza, a veteran in the fitness and nutrition world ...
Apr 11, 2025•46 min•Ep. 69
Most people train like elite athletes without understanding the risks and it’s holding them back. In this episode, we break down why elite training methods often fail for the average person and what actually works. Learn the key differences between performance training and general fitness, the role of genetics, and how to build a foundation for lifelong health and strength. John Madsen, former NFL tight end turned high-performance coach, shares his unique journey from never playing high school f...
Apr 04, 2025•52 min•Ep. 68
