Podcasts about bigger leaner stronger

In this episode, I sit down with Matt, a busy professional in his 50s, who lost 24 pounds in 24 weeks with my body transformation coaching program. Years ago, Matt read ⁠Bigger Leaner Stronger⁠ and learned the fundamentals of diet and training. Despite understanding the principles, he had always struggled to turn them into sustainable habits, particularly when it came to dieting. That's why he turned to coaching for guidance. Matt's journey wasn't without challenges: He recovered from surgery, navigated a demanding job, and managed a work schedule that required frequent travel. But with his coach's help, he overcame these obstacles and achieved remarkable results. In this episode, Matt shares how he stayed consistent despite his busy lifestyle, tackled setbacks, and built sustainable habits that worked for him. Tune in to hear Matt's story and learn how commitment, combined with expert coaching, can help you reach your health and fitness goals—no matter your age or circumstances. --- Timestamps: (00:00) Intro (08:09) Before/after (20:37) Nutrition tips (29:55) Travel & diet (35:36) Alcohol & treats (43:48) Beliefs & barriers (49:34) Training setup (52:37) Cardio (56:04) Enjoying workouts (59:13) Supplementation --- Mentioned on the Show: ⁠The Little Black Book of Workout Motivation⁠ ⁠Whey+⁠ ⁠Coaching Page⁠ ⁠Lead the People Podcast by Matt Poepsel

In this episode, I sit down with Matt, a busy professional in his 50s, who lost 24 pounds in 24 weeks with my body transformation coaching program. Years ago, Matt read Bigger Leaner Stronger and learned the fundamentals of diet and training. Despite understanding the principles, he had always struggled to turn them into sustainable habits, particularly when it came to dieting. That's why he turned to coaching for guidance. Matt's journey wasn't without challenges: He recovered from surgery, navigated a demanding job, and managed a work schedule that required frequent travel. But with his coach's help, he overcame these obstacles and achieved remarkable results. In this episode, Matt shares how he stayed consistent despite his busy lifestyle, tackled setbacks, and built sustainable habits that worked for him. Tune in to hear Matt's story and learn how commitment, combined with expert coaching, can help you reach your health and fitness goals—no matter your age or circumstances. --- Timestamps: (00:00) Intro (08:09) Before/after (20:37) Nutrition tips (29:55) Travel & diet (35:36) Alcohol & treats (43:48) Beliefs & barriers (49:34) Training setup (52:37) Cardio (56:04) Enjoying workouts (59:13) Supplementation --- Mentioned on the Show: The Little Black Book of Workout Motivation Whey+ Coaching Page Lead the People Podcast by Matt Poepsel

In this episode, I sit down with Matt, a busy professional in his 50s, who lost 24 pounds in 24 weeks with my body transformation coaching program. Years ago, Matt read Bigger Leaner Stronger and learned the fundamentals of diet and training. Despite understanding the principles, he had always struggled to turn them into sustainable habits, particularly when it came to dieting. That's why he turned to coaching for guidance. Matt's journey wasn't without challenges: He recovered from surgery, navigated a demanding job, and managed a work schedule that required frequent travel. But with his coach's help, he overcame these obstacles and achieved remarkable results. In this episode, Matt shares how he stayed consistent despite his busy lifestyle, tackled setbacks, and built sustainable habits that worked for him. Tune in to hear Matt's story and learn how commitment, combined with expert coaching, can help you reach your health and fitness goals—no matter your age or circumstances. --- Timestamps: (00:00) Intro (08:09) Before/after (20:37) Nutrition tips (29:55) Travel & diet (35:36) Alcohol & treats (43:48) Beliefs & barriers (49:34) Training setup (52:37) Cardio (56:04) Enjoying workouts (59:13) Supplementation --- Mentioned on the Show: The Little Black Book of Workout Motivation Whey+ Coaching Page Lead the People Podcast by Matt Poepsel

Angela is joined for a bitesize episode by personal trainer and best-selling author Mike Matthews. Together, they discuss the common misconceptions surrounding women's fitness, particularly the fear of becoming "bulky" from weightlifting. Mike stresses the significance of body composition, explaining how women can achieve a toned and athletic look by managing body fat levels while building muscle KEY TAKEAWAYS Maintaining mitochondrial efficiency is crucial for high energy levels and overall health, especially as we age. Urolithin A, a postbiotic, can significantly support mitochondrial function and is difficult to obtain through diet alone. Women often fear becoming bulky from weightlifting due to misconceptions about body composition. The key to achieving a fit appearance lies in reducing body fat levels while building muscle, rather than simply focusing on weight. For most women, an optimal body fat percentage for a healthy and maintainable physique is between 18% to 25%. This range allows for a balance of muscle definition and a feminine appearance without the extremes of competitive bodybuilding. Achieving and maintaining fitness does not require perfection. It's important to focus on doing the most important things mostly right, allowing for flexibility in workouts and nutrition without feeling guilty for occasional deviations BEST MOMENTS "You do not have to be perfect. You don't have to beat yourself up for skipping a workout or missing a workout or having a cheat meal." "The key to being strong and looking fit as a woman... is in the body fat levels."  "If you don't bring your body fat level down to a more optimal range, yes, you will just get bigger and bulkier."  "Most women do not want to get bigger. And that experience can turn a lot of women off of resistance training." VALUABLE RESOURCES Get a free snapshot of your health and personalised report at www.yourtotalhealthcheck.com Join The High Performance Health Community Click here for 10% off your order with Timeline ABOUT THE GUEST Mike Matthews is a certified personal trainer and bestselling author of Bigger Leaner Stronger and Thinner Leaner Stronger, as well as the founder of the #1 brand of all-natural sports supplements in the world, Legion.  His simple and science-based approach to building muscle, losing fat, and getting healthy has helped tens of thousands of people build their best body ever, and his work has been featured in many popular outlets including Esquire, Men's Health, Elle, Women's Health, Muscle & Strength, and more, as well as on FOX and ABC. ABOUT THE HOST Angela Foster is an award winning Nutritionist, Health & Performance Coach, Speaker and Host of the High Performance Health podcast. A former Corporate lawyer turned industry leader in biohacking and health optimisation for women, Angela has been featured in various media including Huff Post, Runners world, The Health Optimisation Summit, BrainTap, The Women's Biohacking Conference, Livestrong & Natural Health Magazine. Angela is the creator of BioSyncing®️ a blueprint for ambitious entrepreneurial women to biohack their health so they can 10X how they show up in their business and their family without burning out. Angela's BioSyncing®️ Blueprint is currently closed. Click here to get on the waitlist. The High Performance Health Podcast is a top rated global podcast. Each week, Angela brings you a new insight, biohack or high performance habit to help you unlock optimal health, longevity and higher performance. Hit the follow button to make sure you get notified each time Angela releases a new episode. CONTACT DETAILS Instagram Facebook LinkedIn Affiliate Disclaimer: Note this description contains affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is under no obligation to use these links. Thank you for supporting the show! Disclaimer: The High Performance Health Podcast is for general information purposes only and do not constitute the practice of professional or coaching advice and no client relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast, or materials linked from this podcast is at the user's own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for medical or other professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should seek the assistance of their medical doctor or other health care professional for before taking any steps to implement any of the items discussed in this podcast.

In this episode, I talk with Michael, who experienced a life-changing transformation through Legion's coaching service. Michael had always been active, but it wasn't until he hit 245 pounds that he decided to go all in on improving his fitness. He started following the Bigger Leaner Stronger principles and quickly saw results, but signing up for Legion's Body Transformation Coaching took it to the next level. With guidance on nutrition, training, and mindset, Michael went from 244 to 214 pounds in a few short months, achieving more than he thought possible. In this podcast, Michael shares insights into his remarkable journey, including the challenges he faced and overcame. He discusses the importance of expert guidance in optimizing his nutrition and training, and how this led to significant improvements in his overall health. Michael also reveals the unexpected benefits of his transformation, from increased energy levels to a more positive outlook on life. Tune in to hear Michael's inspiring story and learn how dedication, combined with professional coaching, can help you transform your body and your life. --- Timestamps: (06:15) Previous fitness journey (09:38) Previous weight lifting (10:08) Mindset and goals (19:36) Major diet shifts (26:21) Training routine (33:34) Cardio routine (38:19) Supplements (46:28) Future goals --- Mentioned on the Show: Stronger Than Yesterday Whey+ Legion Coaching

Mike Matthews is a certified personal trainer and bestselling author of Bigger Leaner Stronger, Thinner Leaner Stronger, and Muscle for Life, as well as the founder of the #1 brand of all-natural sports supplements, Legion. His simple and science-based approach to building muscle, losing fat, and getting healthy has helped tens of thousands of people build their best body ever, and his work has been featured in many popular outlets including Esquire, Men's Health, Elle, Women's Health, Muscle & Strength, and more, as well as on FOX and ABC. Work with RAPID Health Optimization Legion Supplements Mike Matthews on X Anders Varner on Instagram Doug Larson on Instagram Coach Travis Mash on Instagram  

In this episode, I talk with Martin, who achieved remarkable results with Legion's body transformation coaching service. Martin had always been interested in fitness but struggled with gaining weight and building muscle. Running his own business made it challenging to find time for consistent workouts. Years ago, he discovered my book Bigger Leaner Stronger, which introduced him to effective training concepts. While he saw some progress, he felt he could achieve even better results and decided to sign up for Legion coaching. With his coach's guidance, Martin learned to balance his work schedule with a structured fitness plan. Through this process, he lost 9 pounds, reduced his body fat by 6%, and trimmed 2 inches off his waist, all while increasing his overall strength and muscle mass. In this podcast, Martin shares valuable insights into staying consistent, the importance of accountability, and navigating challenges. His story highlights how following straightforward, evidence-based advice can lead to impressive results. Tune in to hear Martin's story and discover how expert coaching and dedication can transform your body and life. --- Timestamps: (5:21) What were your before and after results like? (12:14) How did you discover my work, and what was your situation before that? (16:05) What key mistakes did the coaching program help you correct? (21:38) How was your meal plan structured, and what types of foods did it include? (33:09) Did you incorporate cheat meals into your diet plan? (38:52) What did your training program look like, and how did it evolve? (45:37) Can you describe your experience with deadlifting injuries and switching to the hex bar? (54:07) What challenges did you face during the training process, if any? (56:45) Which exercises became your favorites during the program? (01:04:10) Did you use any supplements as part of your routine? (1:20:15) What are your thoughts on the potential risks associated with fish oil supplements? --- Mentioned on the Show: Bigger Leaner Stronger Legion Body Transformation Coaching Pulse Legion Diet Quiz The Actor's Career Compass Podcast

In this episode, I discuss how fit women can fix amenorrhea, whether high-rep sets are good for cardio, the challenges of staying muscular at 40+, and lots more. As always, these questions come directly from my Instagram followers, who take advantage of my weekly Q&As in my stories. If you have a question you're dying to have answered, make sure you follow me on Instagram (@muscleforlifefitness) and look out for the Q&A posts. Your question might just make it into a podcast episode! If you like this type of episode, let me know. Send me an email (mike@muscleforlife.com) or direct message me on Instagram. And if you don't like it, let me know that too or how you think it could be better. --- Timestamps: (03:08) Should you deload based on HRV and resting heart rate changes? (04:06) Are lighter weights with higher reps and short rest times effective for cardio? (05:52) How can you resolve amenorrhea? (10:58) When can we expect an OnlyFans launch? (15:26) Does maintaining your physique become more challenging with age? (21:20) Should I adjust the Bigger Leaner Stronger program when starting at age 56? (25:06) What business mistakes set Legion back? (29:08) Are diuretic products effective for water retention, or are they all scams? (31:31) How can you transition off fat burners without gaining weight? (32:36) What's the best way to minimize carb crashes when bulking with 3 heavy meals? (34:36) Can two leg sessions per week, focusing on quads and hamstrings, effectively build bigger legs? --- Mentioned on the Show: The Little Black Book of Workout Motivation Bigger Leaner Stronger Recharge Legion Diet Quiz

In this episode, I talk with Shaun, who achieved remarkable results with Legion's body transformation coaching service. Shaun had struggled with his weight for over a decade. But at 270 pounds, he faced a health scare that prompted him to make a serious change. After failing to lose weight on several popular diets, Shaun discovered Bigger Leaner Stronger, and by following its principles, he started losing fat and building muscle. However, Shaun felt he could achieve even better results, so he signed up for Legion coaching. With his coach's help, he learned the principles of effective and sustainable dieting and training, and in 6 months, he dropped from 233 to 198 pounds, greatly improving his body composition and health. In this podcast, Shaun shares valuable insights into staying consistent, the importance of accountability, and navigating challenges like injury. His story highlights how following straightforward, evidence-based advice can help you achieve remarkable results. Tune in to hear Shaun's story and discover how expert coaching and dedication can transform your body and life. Timestamps: (05:12) How did you discover my work, and what have your results been like since then? (13:19) How did your strength and performance change once you started the coaching program? (17:53) What key factors contributed to your results after switching from solo training to the coaching program? (23:32) How did you structure your diet? (32:24) What do your cheat meals consist of? (39:46) What is your training routine like, and did you face any challenges? (44:57) Could you complete the program with just a simple home gym setup? Mentioned on the Show: The Legion Diet Quiz The Year One Challenge For Men Bigger Leaner Stronger Legion Body Transformation Coaching  

In this episode, I talk with Luke, who achieved a dramatic body transformation through Legion's one-on-one coaching program.  Luke had struggled with his weight for over a decade, experiencing short-term success through extreme dieting and cardio, only to regain the weight.  However, working with his Legion coach, he learned to focus on consistency and adherence through a personalized nutrition and training plan. Over 36 weeks, Luke shed an impressive 43 pounds, 17% body fat, and 11 inches off his waist by mastering the basics: a balanced diet, compound training, moderate cardio, and effective rest and recovery strategies.  During the program, Luke also navigated challenges such as managing weight fluctuations, learning to be patient and trust the process, and mastering proper training intensity. In this podcast, he shares valuable insights on enjoying holidays and meals guilt-free, finding an enjoyable meal plan, and understanding true training intensity. Luke's story highlights the power of an evidence-based, sustainable approach to achieve remarkable results while building healthy, long-term habits.  So, press play to learn how expert coaching and a commitment to the process can lead to life-changing transformations. Timestamps: (0:00) Please leave a review of the show wherever you listen to podcasts and make sure to subscribe! (3:05) My free quiz to answer all your diet questions: www.muscleforlife.show/dietquiz (06:00) Luke's early struggles and approach to weight management. (11:21) The dramatic transformation Luke experienced: 43 pounds down and significant body composition changes. (16:41) What Luke's fitness regimen looked like before my coaching. (23:48) Luke's diet strategy and how it evolved over time to focus on satiety and sustainable eating habits. (30:47) Luke's surprise regarding his meal plan. (32:50) Did you incorporate treat meals? (36:10) Balancing enjoyment and diet discipline during holidays and special occasions without derailing progress. (43:10) Please share the podcast with a friend! www.muscleforlife.show (43:45) Adapting the Bigger Leaner Stronger training program to fit Luke's lifestyle and focusing on compound movements. (48:01) How training intensity and understanding of failure contributed to Luke's success. (59:12) What obstacles or “a-ha moments” did you experience during these 8 months? The realization that less can be more: focusing on quality over quantity in training. (01:02:12) Cardio strategy: Prioritizing walking and rucking without overemphasizing high-intensity cardio. Mentioned on the Show: Legion One-on-One Coaching: https://www.muscleforlife.show/vip Take this free quiz to get science-based answers to all of your diet questions: www.muscleforlife.show/dietquiz Luke's Transformation: https://legionathletics.com/luke-w-legion-coaching-transformation/

In today's episode, I have the utmost pleasure of talking to the one and only Mike Matthews, a legend in the fitness industry, a bestselling author, and a successful entrepreneur who has helped countless people transform their bodies and health with his no-nonsense, science-based advice. You'll learn about his fitness philosophy and advice on topics from training for older lifters to nutrition and hormonal health, cardio, and more. Mike is the founder and CEO of Legion, a coaching and supplement company, with the highest ethical standards. He is the author of several influential books, including Bigger Leaner Stronger, Thinner Leaner Stronger, and Muscle for Life.Mike's Muscle for Life Podcast, with 25M+ downloads, features health, fitness, and lifestyle tips from experts and celebrities. Mike has been training for 20 years and is passionate about helping people achieve their fitness goals.I discovered Mike in 2020 through his book and podcast. Through him, I learned the science of fitness with online calculators, articles, and guest appearances,  so I'm grateful to have the chance to sit down with Mike and have this conversation.__________Click here to apply for coaching!__________Today you'll learn all about:[2:30] Mike's evolution as an authority in fitness[10:08] On getting started with training and diet[16:07] Factors and expectations in achieving optimal fitness[20:33] Maintaining a calorie surplus for building  muscle and strength[25:59] Energy availability, RED-S, hormone, and recovery[35:22] Training volume and progressive overload for optimal muscle and strength gains[40:42] Lifting program and equipment to start with and how to progress[44:24] Sleep's role in muscle and strength gain[48:56] Limiting the time spent on cardio for strength and recovery[58:03] On pursuing his passion for fitness and writing[1:06:36] Where to learn more about Mike[1:09:32] OutroEpisode resources:Mike's website: www.legionathletics.comMike on X: @muscleforlife  and IG:  @muscleforlifeThe Know Your Bill of Rights Book Support the showApply for 1-on-1 coaching ⬇️https://www.witsandweights.com/apply-for-coachingOr schedule a FREE results breakthrough call with Philip ⬇️https://witsandweights.com/free-callAsk Philip anything ⬇️ IG: @witsandweights Email: philip@witsandweights.com Podcast: Q&A voicemail

Does protein before bed impact your sleep? How do you prevent muscle breakdown if you can only train fasted in the morning before breakfast? Will training 5 days per week give better results than 4 days per week? Are gluten allergies and intolerance real, or just another health fad? How long can someone use the program in Bigger Leaner Stronger and still make progress? All of that and more in this Q&A podcast. Over on Instagram, I've started doing weekly Q&As in the stories, and it occurred to me that many podcast listeners might enjoy hearing these questions and my short answers. So, instead of talking about one thing in an episode, I'm going to cover a variety of questions. And keep in mind some of these questions are just for fun. :) So if you want to ask me questions in my Instagram stories, follow me on Instagram (@muscleforlifefitness), and if I answer your question there, it might just make it onto an episode of the podcast! If you like this type of episode, let me know. Send me an email (mike@muscleforlife.com) or direct message me on Instagram. And if you don't like it, let me know that too or how you think it could be better. --- Timestamps: 0:00 - Please leave a review of the show wherever you listen to podcasts and make sure to subscribe! 1:43 - Does eating a large portion of protein affect sleep quality? 2:13 - How long until people forget about Liver King? 4:49 - How to minimize muscle breakdown for someone who does intermittent fasting but can only work out in the morning? 6:54 - Thoughts about the future of crypto? 9:26 - Should I strength train 4 or 5 days a week for best results? 13:16 - My free meal planning tool: buylegion.com/mealplan 14:39 - Is creatine consumption needed every day? 15:12 - Have your personal views affected your business? 16:13 - Any ideas on a one-day workout routine when life gets rough? 18:12 - Is gluten allergy a fad or is it actually real? 19:52 - Do you believe that a high amount of carbs is a requirement for muscle preservation? 21:24 - When doing a unilateral exercise do you rest between each side or after you do both? 23:26 - Best chest exercises to fix chest asymmetry? 24:02 - How long can I use Bigger Leaner Stronger? 28:25 - Do you see yourself taking HRT on a therapeutic level after hitting 40+? Mentioned on the Show: Want a free meal planning tool that figures out your calories, macros, and micros, and allows you to create custom meal plans for cutting, lean gaining, and maintaining in under 5 minutes? Go to https://buylegion.com/mealplan and download the tool for free!

How do you go on vacation and enjoy yourself without losing progress or gaining body fat? How often should you adjust your calories while bulking or cutting?  How can you maintain your physique without counting macros or calories? Is it better to get 6 hours of sleep or get 5 hours of sleep to fit in a workout? Is one full-body workout per week enough to maintain muscle? All of that and more in this Q&A podcast. Over on Instagram, I've started doing weekly Q&As in the stories, and it occurred to me that many podcast listeners might enjoy hearing these questions and my short answers. So, instead of talking about one thing in an episode, I'm going to cover a variety of questions. And keep in mind some of these questions are just for fun. :) So if you want to ask me questions in my Instagram stories, follow me on Instagram (@muscleforlifefitness), and if I answer your question there, it might just make it onto an episode of the podcast! If you like this type of episode, let me know. Send me an email (mike@muscleforlife.com) or direct message me on Instagram. And if you don't like it, let me know that too or how you think it could be better. --- Timestamps: 0:00 - Please leave a review of the show wherever you listen to podcasts and make sure to subscribe! 1:55 - Counting macros leads me back to disordered eating. How can I maintain my physique? 8:02 - Taking a week off for vacation will I lose or hinder progress? 10:45 - How come non-contributing taxpayers are allowed to vote? 11:39 - 50% off all protein powders! www.buylegion.com 13:50 - Would you suggest 6+ hours of sleep or 5 hours of sleep and a morning workout? 15:55 - Do you advise the usage of creatine for all weight levels and fitness goals? 16:56 - How do I keep myself accountable? 18:10 - How often do you update your calories when you're cutting or bulking? 19:12 - Will Legion ever get new apparel? 19:46 - Is one full-body workout per week enough to maintain muscle? 21:32 - Once we have to swap meat for bugs what would be your bug of choice? 21:56 - Why does one of my thighs look smaller than the other? 22:28 - Can't sleep during a calorie deficit? 24:42 - How to stop being afraid of asking for help? 24:58 - Thoughts on these uneducated popular fitspos making their own line of supplements? 30:54 - Why didn't you call the sequel to Bigger Leaner Stronger to Biggerer Leanerer Strongerer? 31:25 - What is the current book you are reading? --- Mentioned on the Show: Get 50% off all protein powders during my BOGO sale! Go to buylegion.com and use coupon code MUSCLE to save 20% on any non-sale items or get double reward points!

If you want to get into great shape and stay that way, this is the last exercise advice you'll ever need. In this podcast, I'm giving you the ultimate strength training plan for men. You're going to learn about volume and intensity, what drives muscle growth, progressive overload, and what you need to focus on to keep gaining muscle and strength. I also offer a “magic” formula you can use for your own training programming. This podcast is the final installments in which I'm sharing an excerpt from the audiobook version of the latest fourth edition of my bestselling book, Bigger Leaner Stronger. In case you're not familiar with it, Bigger Leaner Stronger is a fitness book for men who want to gain muscle, lose fat, and get healthy faster than they ever thought possible. In this episode, I'm sharing chapter 12, which is all about creating the best strength training plan possible. And if you like what you hear in this selection, you're sure to enjoy the rest of the audiobook. Let's get to it! --- Timestamps: 0:00 - Get the BLS audiobook: https://geni.us/AefbLX 4:24 - The Ultimate Strength Training Plan for Men --- Mentioned on the Show: Bigger Leaner Stronger Audiobook: https://geni.us/AefbLX BLS eBook: https://legionathletics.com/products/books/bigger-leaner-stronger/

Have you ever heard that some people just don't have the genetics to get big and strong? Or that you need to change exercises frequently to make progress? Or that exercise is a bad way to lose fat? There are numerous exercise myths out there, and in this podcast, you're going to learn about the worst offenders. In this podcast, I'm sharing an excerpt from the audiobook version of the latest fourth edition of my bestselling book, Bigger Leaner Stronger. In case you're not familiar with it, Bigger Leaner Stronger is a fitness book for men who want to gain muscle, lose fat, and get healthy faster than they ever thought possible. In this episode, I'm sharing chapter 11, which is all about the biggest exercise myths and mistakes that derail many people's progress. You're going to learn about genetics, body recomposition, whether you need to do isolation exercises, and a lot more. And if you like what you hear in this selection, you're sure to enjoy the rest of the audiobook. Let's get to it! --- Timestamps: 0:00 - Get the BLS audiobook: https://geni.us/AefbLX 4:37 - The 10 Absolute Worst Diet Myths and Mistakes --- Mentioned on the Show: Bigger Leaner Stronger Audiobook: https://geni.us/AefbLX BLS eBook: https://legionathletics.com/products/books/bigger-leaner-stronger/

Is calories in versus calories out “bad science”? Are all calories the same? Will dieting damage your metabolism? Do you have to eat big to get big? Does sugar make you fat and unhealthy? Does eating carbs at night cause weight gain? Answers to all those questions and more in this podcast. In this podcast, I'm sharing an excerpt from the audiobook version of the latest fourth edition of my bestselling book, Bigger Leaner Stronger. In case you're not familiar with it, Bigger Leaner Stronger is a fitness book for men who want to gain muscle, lose fat, and get healthy faster than they ever thought possible. In this episode, I'm sharing chapter 7, which is all about the biggest diet myths and mistakes that derail many people's progress. You're going to learn about calories in and calories out, the myth that carbs and sugars make you fat and unhealthy, clean eating, and a lot more. And if you like what you hear in this selection, you're sure to enjoy the rest of the audiobook. Let's get to it! --- Timestamps: 0:00 - Get the BLS audiobook: https://geni.us/AefbLX 10:44 - The 10 Absolute Worst Diet Myths and Mistakes --- Mentioned on the Show: Bigger Leaner Stronger Audiobook: https://geni.us/AefbLX BLS eBook: https://legionathletics.com/products/books/bigger-leaner-stronger/

In this podcast, I interview Fernando, who read my book Bigger Leaner Stronger and joined my one-on-one coaching program to take his health into his own hands, lose over 55 pounds, and get leaner and stronger than ever before. The improvements to his physique are obvious, but more importantly, Fernando built a more resilient body that made him capable of not only playing with his kids, but taking up mountain biking and avoiding injury. And what he learned about nutrition not only fixed his relationship with food, but allows him to adjust his diet to his needs and get results on command. This is his story. Before finding my work, Fernando was over 230 pounds, sedentary, and so out of shape that he couldn't play with his kids. That was the trigger that motivated him to finally make a change. He read my book Bigger Leaner Stronger and joined my coaching program, and over the next year, made dramatic improvements to his physique, health, and mindset. In this interview, Fernando and I chat about . . . How he fixed his relationship with food How he strategized cheat meals to not derail his progress became in control of his health How he used his fitness not only to avoid previous everyday pains, but avoid future injuries How he used fitness to take up a new, active hobby, not just to look good Trusting the process, enjoying the journey, and learning to be good enough (not perfect) And more . . . So if you're looking for a jolt of inspiration and like motivational stories, definitely listen to this episode. Timestamps: 0:00 - Legion VIP One-on-One Coaching: https://www.muscleforlife.show/vip 12:29 - When did you decide to make a change? 14:29 - What were your numbers after following Bigger Leaner Stronger and joining our coaching program? 20:11 - What's your weekly workout routine? 22:46 - How did my program change your relationship with food? 32:20 - How did you avoid hunger when you were cutting? 39:13 - Did you have any cheat meals? 42:22 - Did anything surprise you with your transformation? 51:42 - Is there anything else you'd like to add? Mentioned on the show: Legion VIP One-on-One Coaching: https://www.muscleforlife.show/vip

In this podcast, I interview Enrique, who read my book Bigger Leaner Stronger and joined my VIP one-on-one coaching program to take all the guesswork out of his training and nutrition and get leaner and stronger than ever before. And here's the kicker: he also managed to quit smoking and excessive drinking. As a result, Enrique is now fitter and healthier at 40 years old than he was at 25. In fact, Enrique has enjoyed the coaching program so much and gotten so much out of it, he's stayed on as a client since 2016 for the accountability. Before finding my work, Enrique's party lifestyle caught up with him in his 30s, and he was overweight and out of shape. But once he read my book, got over the simplicity, and began following the program, he made such fast progress that he was motivated to take it to the next level and hire one of my coaches. In the next 4 months, he went from squatting just the barbell to squatting his bodyweight, all while losing 45 pounds. In this interview, Enrique and I chat about . . . What motivated him to finally get in shape How he got down to 8% body fat without going hungry How his meal plan took all the unnecessary thinking out of his daily life (while still allowing him to enjoy food) How being part of the coaching program motivated him to quit drinking and smoking How he navigated a shoulder injury to keep making progress And more . . . So if you're looking for a jolt of inspiration and like motivational stories, definitely listen to this episode. Timestamps: 0:00 - Legion VIP One-on-One Coaching: https://www.muscleforlife.show/vip 3:05 - What was your health and fitness journey like before you started the program? 8:52 - How was the muscle growth and strength building experience? 10:43 - What helped you the most with being consistent in the kitchen and in the gym? 20:20 - Were you aggressive with your calorie deficit? 27:11 - How did you overcome bad lifestyle habits? 32:59 - Where was your strength before the coaching program? 33:29 - What did your workout schedule look like? 35:57 - Have you had any significant obstacles during your training? 41:15 - How was the transition from training by yourself to training with a personal coach? 45:34 - How has it been since you restarted the program? 50:19 - What are your fitness plans? Mentioned on the show: Legion VIP One-on-One Coaching: https://www.muscleforlife.show/vip

In this podcast, I interview Luke, who read my book Bigger Leaner Stronger and did 6 months of Legion's VIP one-on-one coaching program to finally dial in his training and nutrition, improve his body composition, and get leaner and stronger than ever before. And the best part is he did it while spending less time in the gym, simplifying his fitness regimen, and learning to love the lifestyle. Now, he not only enjoys his training, but looks forward to it every day. Enjoyment is the secret to consistency, which will help Luke continue to make progress and maintain his physique for the rest of his life. Before finding my work, Luke had a “skinny fat” look and spent 2 or 3 hours in the gym per day. But through educating himself with my book and following the program of his coach, Nick, he was able to get down to 8% body fat, and get stronger than he's ever been. In this interview, Luke and I chat about . . . How he cut his training time in half while drastically increasing his strength His cardio routine (even though he doesn't like cardio) The importance of learning to rest more between sets How he adjusted his training to navigate lagging muscle groups and joint tightness and injuries How he learned about nutrition and how he adjusted to eating appropriately sized portions and meals How he learned to love the fitness lifestyle and look forward to his training And more . . . So if you're looking for a jolt of inspiration and like motivational stories, definitely listen to this episode. --- Timestamps: 0:00 - Save up to 40% during our Halloween Sale! www.buylegion.com 3:29 - Where were you on your fitness journey before you found my work? Where are you now? 7:13 - What was your body composition before and after my program? 13:51 - Did you find your new way of training more enjoyable? 22:41 - Which stretches did you find most helpful? 25:47 - What is a safety bar squat? 28:24 - Were there any obstacles in your training? 34:53 - What was the quality of the food you were eating before and during my program? 42:16 - How many pounds did you lose when you cut and how long did it take? 43:57 - What was your go-to cheat meal? 48:05 - What are your fitness plans now? --- Mentioned on the show: Save up to 40% during our Halloween Sale! Go to buylegion.com and use coupon code MUSCLE to save 20% on any non-sale items or get double reward points! Legion VIP One-on-One Coaching: https://www.muscleforlife.show/vip

Some people—my favorite people—listen to most or even all of my podcasts, but my wizbang analytics tell me that while many listeners tune in on a regular basis, they don't catch every installment of Muscle for Life and thus miss out on insights that could help them do at least a little better inside and outside the gym. That's why I do “best of” episodes that contain a few of the most practical and compelling ideas, tips, and moments from the more popular episodes I've published over the years. This way, you can learn interesting insights that you might have otherwise missed and find new episodes of the show to listen to. So, in this installment of The Best of Muscle for Life, you'll be hearing hand-picked morsels from three episodes: How Jake Gained 20 Pounds of Muscle on My Bigger Leaner Stronger Program (Originally published 3/25/2019) Why Your Hip Flexors Are So Tight (and What to Do About It) (Originally published 3/20/2019) Motivation Monday: Are You a Fox or a Hedgehog? (Originally published 5/14/2018) And we'll be starting with number one, how Jake gained 20 pounds of muscle on my Bigger Leaner Stronger program. Timestamps: 0:00 - My free quiz to answer all your diet questions: www.muscleforlife.show/dietquiz 2:38 - How Jake Gained 20 Pounds of Muscle on My Bigger Leaner Stronger Program 11:05 - Why Your Hip Flexors Are So Tight (and What to Do About It) 17:39 - Motivation Monday: Are You a Fox or a Hedgehog? Mentioned on the Show: Take this free quiz to get science-based answers to all of your diet questions: www.muscleforlife.show/dietquiz

In this podcast, I interview Jay, who read Bigger Leaner Stronger and used what he learned in my books and podcasts to turn his life around both physically and mentally. Not only has Jay lost over 50 pounds so far while getting stronger every week, but his mental health has radically improved. Jay is the perfect example of how getting in shape and taking control of your health can dramatically boost your mood and mindset. Before finding my work, Jay battled post-traumatic stress, anxiety, and depression, and even tried to take his own life. Luckily, he failed, and started to take baby steps towards improving his physical health, which dramatically affected his mental health. As Jay puts it in the interview, he doesn't know if he'd be here if it wasn't for using what he learned in Bigger Leaner Stronger to start nourishing his body with nutritious food and getting active with resistance training and cardio. Since then, Jay decided to sign up for my VIP coaching program and in this interview, Jay and I chat about his story, and the obstacles he's navigated along the way, including how he eased into fitness with walks and bodyweight movements, how he overcame gym intimidation, how he stopped coping with alcohol, why he decided to sign up for coaching, how fitness has affected his mental state, and a lot more. So if you're looking for a jolt of inspiration and like motivational stories, definitely listen to this episode. Timestamps: 0:00 - Legion VIP One-on-One Coaching: https://buylegion.com/vip 7:32 - Where were you with your fitness before you found Legion and where are you now? 50:02 - How was your experience going through the program twice? 57:37 - How has your mental health improved? 1:09:37 - How do you differentiate if your body is warming up, rusty, or sore? 1:24:14 - Is there anything you would like to add? Mentioned on the show: Legion VIP One-on-One Coaching: https://buylegion.com/vip Bigger Leaner Stronger: https://legionathletics.com/products/books/bigger-leaner-stronger/ The Shredded Chef: https://legionathletics.com/products/books/the-shredded-chef/ Muscle For Life: https://legionathletics.com/muscle-for-life-book/

This podcast is all about creatine. Specifically, I'm talking with Dr. Darren Candow about common questions regarding creatine, myths, and even some of the latest research on how creatine might even benefit people who aren't looking to gain gobs of muscle or athletes looking to recover faster. While creatine isn't a new subject for the podcast or my content in general, Dr. Darren Candow is a fantastic guest to dive deeper on the topic. That's because he's studied it directly in the field. Not only is Darren a professor at the University of Regina, but his research is focused on creatine and resistance training, and he's produced 87 peer-reviewed studies and his work has been cited thousands of times. In other words, he knows a thing or two about science and evidence-based supplementation. In our discussion, we talk about . . . Whether creatine affects balding and hair loss How supplementation affects the body's natural production of creatine Cognitive and brain health benefits of creatine Whether kids and teens should take it Creatin and kidney health Bloating and upset stomachs Why you should probably separate your caffeine and creatine consumption And a lot more . . . So, if you're interested in learning more about one of the most-researched and best supplements we have available for getting fitter, stronger, and healthier, don't miss this podcast! Timestamps: 0:00 - Get my best-selling books Bigger Leaner Stronger and Thinner Leaner Stronger for just 99 cents! This week only: https://legionathletics.com/products/on-sale/ 6:21 - What is creatine and what does it do to the body? 11:29 - Does creatine cause hair loss? 19:25 - If you take creatine will your body stop producing it naturally? 21:38 - How much creatine should I take when starting out? 23:19 - Does creatine increase cognitive benefits? 28:06 - How much protein can I absorb in one sitting? 29:48 - Can children and teenagers take creatine? 33:42 - Can you combine creatine and caffeine? 39:50 - Is creatine better to take post workout? 42:46 - Does creatine cause bloating? 45:28 - What are some myths about how men and women react differently to creatine? 46:53 - Is creatine safe for the kidneys? 48:33 - Why are there many different forms of creatine? 51:43 - What can I do if creatine upsets my stomach? 52:37 - Is it okay to take creatine with food? 53:12 - Is creatine good for endurance training? 54:01 - How does creatine help with recovery? 56:02 - What are other common questions you get about creatine? 57:40 - Where can we find your work? Mentioned on the Show: Get my best-selling books Bigger Leaner Stronger and Thinner Leaner Stronger for just 99 cents! This week only: https://legionathletics.com/products/on-sale/ Dr. Candow's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.darrencandow/

This episode is part of a series that I have dubbed “Motivation Monday.” (Yes, I know, very creative of me. What can I say, I'm a genius…) Seriously though, the idea here is simple: Post a short and punchy episode that I hope gets you fired up to tackle the workouts, work, and everything else that you have planned for the week ahead. As we all know, it's one thing to know what you want to do, but it's something else altogether to actually make yourself do it, and I hope that this series gives you a jolt of inspiration, energy, and encouragement to get at it. So, if you like what you hear, then make sure to check back for the latest and greatest installment. Timestamps: 0:00 - Please leave a review and subscribe to the podcast! 2:07 - Get my best-selling books Bigger Leaner Stronger and Thinner Leaner Stronger for just 99 cents! This week only: https://legionathletics.com/products/on-sale/ Mentioned on the Show: Get my best-selling books Bigger Leaner Stronger and Thinner Leaner Stronger for just 99 cents! This week only: https://legionathletics.com/products/on-sale/

Reading great health and fitness books is one of the most effective ways to learn how to build your best body ever and a body you can proud of. There are many fitness books out there, but we only have so much time and energy to give to reading. We want to make sure we pick the ones that will have the highest return on our investment. So which books should you read? In this podcast, I'm going to share the nine best fitness books of all time (as of February 2022, at least). So if you're interested in getting at least a little bit better at losing fat, getting stronger, performing better, or getting healthier, this episode is for you. I'm going to share the books that have helped me do those things and that can help you as well. Timestamps: 0:00 - Our (new and improved) protein bars are back! Try them risk-free today! Go to buylegion.com/bar and use coupon code MUSCLE to save 20% or get double reward points 4:24 - Starting Strength by Mark Rippetoe 8:52 - Bigger Leaner Stronger by Mike Mathews 14:29 - Thinner Leaner Stronger by Mike Mathews 15:56 - A Guide To Flexible Dieting by Lyle McDonald 18:40 - Peak Performance: Elevate Your Game, Avoid Burnout, and Thrive with the New Science of Success 21:32 - Triathletes Training Bible by Joe Friel 24:14 - 5/3/1 by Jim Wendler 28:07 - Strength Training Anatomy by Frederic Delavier 29:04 - All About Powerlifting by Tim Henriques Mentioned on the Show: Our (new and improved) protein bars are back! Try them risk-free today! Go to buylegion.com/bar and use coupon code MUSCLE to save 20% or get double reward points

Personal trainer and author Mike Matthews returns to talk about his newest release, Muscle for Life: Get Lean, Strong, and Healthy at Any Age!. Best known for his book Bigger Leaner Stronger and its female-focused counterpart Thinner Leaner Stronger—both released in 2014—Mike has now trained his focus onto longevity for both men and women in their 40s and above who are relatively new to strength training. Mike is a staunch promoter of making fitness a lifestyle instead of a program. In his own words: “Instead of a 30-day plan, I want to show people how to create a 30-year plan.” Creating that 30-year plan for yourself requires going back to basics. Mike invokes the 80/20 rule, in which 80% of outcomes come from 20% of causes. The rule certainly applies to fitness, where a few fundamental principles—four in particular—can be responsible for the majority of results. Those four fundamental principles, which he dives into in today's conversation, are controlling your calories, eating a high-protein diet, consuming relatively nutritious and unprocessed foods, and working out three-to-six hours a week. Asked for his overall view of the role of fitness in one's life, Mike says, “I try not to make fitness my life, an end unto itself.” Instead, he looks at fitness as a tool that he uses in service of the things that really matter, such as relationships and career.   Follow Mike @muscleforlifefitness Follow Chase @chase_chewning   Episode resources: Save 20% on your entire first purchase with code EVERFORWARD at www.LegionAthletics.com  Get Mike's new book Muscle For Life at https://amzn.to/3JTz6VM  Ep. 292 "Training and dieting basics" Ep. 460 "Why you don't need supplements" Learn more at https://chasechewning.com/podcasts/episode/565 

Cette semaine dans les Nouveaux Chercheurs d'Or, Ludo et Sam discutent de Bigger, Leaner, Stronger de Michael Matthews Peu importe votre âge, peu importe à quel point vous pensez que votre génétique est mauvaise, et peu importe à quel point vous pourriez vous sentir perdu après avoir essayé et abandonné les régimes et programmes d'entraînement antérieurs, ce livre vous aidera à avoir le corps mince, musclé et puissant dont vous rêvez. “Ma mission est de donner à chacun cette opportunité en fournissant des conseils éprouvés et fondés sur des preuves sur la façon de développer ses muscles, de perdre de la graisse et d'être et de rester en bonne santé. Je m'entraîne depuis plus d'une décennie maintenant. Pendant ce temps, j'ai lu des milliers de pages de littérature scientifique et essayé à peu près tous les types de programmes d'entraînement, de régimes alimentaires et de suppléments que vous pouvez imaginer. À ce stade, je peux dire avec assurance que même si je ne sais pas tout, je sais ce qui fonctionne et ce qui ne fonctionne pas.” - Michael Matthews Dans cet épisode, nous allons décortiquer les meilleurs pépites qui nous améliorer notre forme physique et mentale: Ce que l'industrie du fitness ne vous dit pas Comment gagner la bataille intérieur pour être fit Le dernier conseil de diète dont vous aurez besoin Le dernier conseil d'entrainement dont vous aurez besoin —> Achetez Bigger, Leaner, Stronger sur Amazon ! Bonne écoute ! N'oubliez pas de suivre Sam et Ludo sur Instagram pour découvrir le livre du prochain épisode ! Inscrivez-vous à la liste email des Nouveaux Chercheurs d'Or pour ne manquer aucun épisode et découvrir nos recommandations de lecture --> https://lesnouveauxchercheursdor.substack.com/ Retrouvez-nous sur Instagram: @samirbranchet et @likiguy N'hésitez pas à nous contacter en DM pour nous donner votre avis et nous recommander vos livres préférés. Vous aimez le Podcast ? Abonnez-vous au podcast pour ne manquer aucun épisode ! Laissez-nous votre avis sur Itunes et Google Podcast pour nous aider à nous améliorer et à faire connaitre le podcast des Nouveaux Chercheurs d'Or.

We're scratching the surface here. If you don't already have the book, order it https://geni.us/bigger-leaner-book (here) or get the https://geni.us/bigger-free-audiobook (audiobook for free) on Amazon to learn the juicy details. Get the full transcript, infographic, PDF and more in our free app: https://www.getstoryshots.com (https://www.getstoryshots.com) About Michael MatthewsMichael Matthews is the bestselling fitness author of Bigger Leaner Stronger, Thinner Leaner Stronger, and The Shredded Chef. He is also the founder of Legion Athletics. His simple, science-based approach to building muscle, losing fat, and getting healthy has helped him sell over a million books. His work has been featured in many popular outlets, including Esquire, Men's Health, Elle, Women's Health, Muscle & Strength, and more, as well as on FOX and ABC. IntroductionBigger Leaner Stronger: The Simple Science of Building the Ultimate Male Body focuses on the best tips for building muscle and losing fat. Michael Matthews gives you a blueprint for how you can start eating and exercising your way towards a bigger, leaner, and stronger body. He claims this book should offer the advice required to gain 10 to 15 pounds of lean mass in just 8-12 weeks. StoryShot #1: Progressive Tension Overload Michael Matthews believes that progressive tension overload is fundamental to growing and sustaining a highly muscular body. He defines progressive tension overload as the practice of incrementally increasing the heaviness of the weights that you are lifting. As your muscles grow, using the same heaviness of weight will lower the tension placed on your muscle fibers. But to continue to grow your muscles, you must continue to increase this tension level by increasing the heaviness of your weights. Michael Matthews advises that even if you listen to all the other advice in this book, you'll still fail to build muscle if you do not progressively overload. So always add another rep or a little bit of weight compared to your last workout.  Matthews explains that the concept of progressive overload is not solely a modern one. Instead, the ancient Greek hero Milo was said to have carried a cow on his back daily from childhood. But over the years, the cow grew in size. Crucially, as the cow grew, so did Milo's physique. Milo's strength grew in proportion to the increase in weight he had to carry. Finally, progressive overload can be a highly effective motivator. If you notice progress in the weight you can lift, you notice progress even if progress is not yet visible on your body. Track what you lift, so you beat that weight every workout. Achieving incremental goals activates the reward center of the brain, which releases dopamine. Over time, these regular dopamine releases can change neural pathways to signal the expectation of rewards when it comes time to work out. This rewiring of the brain can improve workout stamina and motivation to hit the gym even on a tough day. StoryShot #2: Use Free Weights and Compound Lifting Resistance machines are commonly used because they seem less intimidating than holding dumbbells, bars, and plates. That said, Michael Matthews argues these machines are less effective at building muscle. By using free weights, you are better able to perform compound exercises. These exercises recruit multiple muscle groups rather than isolating a single muscle group. Although isolation exercises are valuable, they are only valuable for strengthening certain muscle groups. One of the greatest benefits of compound weightlifting is that it is associated with a greater release of anabolic hormones than resistance machines produce. These hormones, like testosterone and growth hormone, are essential for improving muscle growth.  This was first published on 28/5/2021.

In this podcast, I interview Tara, who read Thinner Leaner Stronger and used what she learned to lose a total of 80 pounds, going from “morbidly obese” to super fit. She didn't just lose a ton of fat, either. Tara gained quite a bit of muscle and got super strong in the process. Before finding TLS, Tara was 204 pounds at 5'5”, and her doctor told her she needed to lose some weight. Like many people, Tara wanted to get in shape, but didn't know how to do it correctly. She didn't know what to eat or what to do in the gym, and like many women, started to do hours of cardio every day. She successfully lost over 60 pounds, but she was skinny fat and even more unhappy with her body than before. Fortunately, she found my work through a conversation she overheard at the gym, and she read TLS. She learned all about macros and lifting weights, and started to train. The weight continued to fall off, and now Tara's body composition was improving. She was getting stronger and gaining muscle, and her loose skin started to fill out. Now she's about 127 pounds and in the best shape of her life. She's followed the Year One Challenge For Women for 3 years and she went from being unable to lift the bar off her chest to barbell bench pressing triple digits. In this interview, Tara and I chat about her story, and the obstacles she navigated along the way, including how she changed her diet and training and overcame intimidation and fears of getting bulky, how her mindset has transformed, how her strength has progressed, what she's working toward now, and more. So if you're looking for a jolt of inspiration and like motivational stories, definitely listen to this episode. Timestamps: 5:42 - Where was your health and fitness at before and after finding my work? 10:36 - How did you get back into fitness after getting burned out? 19:32 - How did you get over the fear of getting bulky from lifting weights? 30:13 - How has your strength progressed on the program? 48:21 - What are your plans from here? Future goals? Mentioned on the Show: Books by Mike Matthews: https://legionathletics.com/products/books/ Thinner Leaner Stronger: https://legionathletics.com/products/books/thinner-leaner-stronger/ The Shredded Chef: https://legionathletics.com/products/books/the-shredded-chef/ The Year One Challenge For Women: https://legionathletics.com/products/books/the-year-one-challenge-for-women/ Bigger Leaner Stronger: https://legionathletics.com/products/books/bigger-leaner-stronger/ Beyond Bigger Leaner Stronger: https://legionathletics.com/products/books/beyond-bigger-leaner-stronger/

This podcast is going to be about workout splits. I'm often asked “what's the best workout split to follow?” Is there really a “best” workout split for maximizing muscle growth? Many people swear by the body part split, while others say it's a waste of time. Still others say you should organize your split around movement patterns instead. Unfortunately, many of these opinions miss the forest for the trees. There's no scientifically optimal workout split for everyone in all circumstances. Which split is best for you will depend on your goals, your circumstances, and your preferences. While I've written about the best workout split a fair amount, I like to address it regularly as my thinking and recommendations change. For example, the first edition of Bigger Leaner Stronger features a routine that looks a bit different than the one in the fourth edition I'm writing now. In the case of Beyond Bigger Leaner Stronger, the current programming in the second edition likewise looks a bit different than that of the first edition. I hear every day from people following my programs, and I'm always taking notes on the suggestions they make and the obstacles they run into so that I can continue to improve my body of work. So, as I continue to learn and hear from readers, these are my current thoughts on the best split for gaining muscle. Timestamps: 7:52 - What is a workout split? 10:22 - Is there a "best" workout split for everyone? 12:29 - How do your goals affect the split you should follow? 18:02 - How many muscle groups should you focus on at once? 22:17 - What are the requirements of a good workout split? 22:57 - What are the cons of a body part split? Mentioned on the Show: Shop Legion Supplements Here: https://buylegion.com/mike Bigger Leaner Stronger: https://legionathletics.com/products/books/bigger-leaner-stronger/ Beyond Bigger Leaner Stronger: https://legionathletics.com/products/books/beyond-bigger-leaner-stronger/

In this podcast, I talk with Todd, who read Bigger Leaner Stronger and used what he learned to go from over 230 pounds to 175 pounds (and 10% body fat) in a year, all while gaining gobs of muscle in the process. Before finding BLS, Todd was very overweight and unhealthy. He wanted to get in shape, so he started intermittent fasting, but he didn't know anything about energy balance, meal planning, or what really moves the needle. He ended up stuck in a rut. When Covid hit and Todd got sick, he realized he needed to make a real change and finally get healthy. He couldn't keep doing what he was doing or he could literally lose his life. Luckily he found my work, gobbled up the information, and started implementing what he learned. He started tracking his food and quickly realized he was eating too much. He also started training properly, and he was finally able to break through weight loss plateaus and get down to 175 pounds with an impressive physique. In this interview, Todd and I chat about his story, the biggest epiphanies he had after reading BLS, how he continues to stay on track and motivated, the importance of having a willingness to change, the value of cheat meals, and more. So if you're looking for a jolt of inspiration and like motivational stories, definitely listen to this episode. Timestamps: 5:13 - What was your situation before finding my work? 23:22 - What has been your experience with cheat meals? 30:59 - How does overeating affect your workouts? 39:32 - Was intermittent fasting helpful? 42:37 - Did you use any supplements? 45:51 - Do you think you'll have trouble maintaining what you've achieved? Mentioned on the show: Bigger Leaner Stronger: https://legionathletics.com/products/books/bigger-leaner-stronger/ Legion VIP One-on-One Coaching: https://buylegion.com/vip

Another Say Anything Saturday with Kayli and Julie where they answer some listener questions and they do overrated, underrated or properly rated on the topics of Twilight and stringer tanks. The questions they answer are: How many steps do you recommend per day?, What protein powder do you recommend for smoothies? and How long did it take you to reach your goals and what were your setbacks? Mentioned in the show: Click here to order Legion Protein Powder and other supplements "Bigger Leaner Stronger" book by Mike Matthews (This book is targeted to men, but Julie has completed this program) "Thinner Leaner Stronger" book by Mike Matthews (This book is targeted to women, Kayli has completed the program and recommended it to clients. Follow Kayli: Instagram: @KayliMontoyaFitness Facebook: www.facebook.com/kayli.montoya Website: www.kaylimontoyafitness.com Follow Julie: Instagram: @Jules_No_Verne

In this podcast, I interview Joe Chura, who used what he learned in Bigger Leaner Stronger to get healthy and fit, and improve his well-being. Before finding my work, Joe was climbing the ranks in the automotive industry and building his own dealership company, Dealer Inspire. Unfortunately, while he was successfully growing his business, he neglected his health, and things started to deteriorate. Between drinking a lot of alcohol, not making time to exercise, and work stress, he was more than 50 pounds overweight and developed health issues like WPW syndrome and had to have back surgery. Once he sold his companies, though, and nearly having a heart attack, he realized how important his health was. After all, what good was all his hard work if he worked himself to death? And that's where my work comes in. Joe found and read Bigger Leaner Stronger and started following the workouts and improving his diet, which has helped him get fit and dramatically improve his everyday life. In this episode, we chat about . . . How Joe got started in the automotive industry How he ignored his health and body while building his business His realization of how important physical health is and how he changed his routine and diet Making time to read The importance of having goals to work towards How to be productive while multi-tasking and the myth of the “overnight success” What he would've changed in his entrepreneurship journey knowing what he knows now Why he started his own podcast And more . . . So, if you want to hear Joe's story and what he learned in Bigger Leaner Stronger that radically transformed his health for the better, listen to this podcast! Timestamps: 7:49 - Where were you before you started the program? 43:14 - As an entrepreneur, what would you have changed if you were to go back in time? Mentioned on the Show: Joe Chura's Podcast: https://linktr.ee/notalmostthere Joe Chura's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joe_chura/ Legion VIP One-on-One Coaching: https://buylegion.com/vip Want free workout and meal plans? Download my science-based diet and training templates for men and women: https://legionathletics.com/text-sign-up/

Mike Matthews, fitness influencer, certified personal trainer, and bestselling author Bigger Leaner Stronger: The Simple Science of Building the Ultimate Male Body, joins our show in this special episode of the Elite Man Podcast! In today's episode Mike talks about his journey into fitness and transforming his own health and physique and how this propelled him into helping so many others do the same with their fitness goals. He dives deep into health and fitness and what it takes to transform your body and your life in the process. If you're wondering how to become bigger, leaner, and stronger, check this episode out now! *Download this episode now and subscribe to our channel to get more of these amazing interviews! In our episode we go over: • How Mike got started in the fitness world • What separates him from all the other fitness experts in the crowded field • How he turned Bigger Leaner Stronger into a massive international bestseller • The trouble with most fitness advice out there • Building a business and a brand by being authentic and connecting to your audience • Finding the right team to help carry out your vision and double down on your success • Mike's daily habits and how he's able to get so much done • Why most men outgrow the bulky bodybuilder look after a while • The most basic but effective way to pack on muscle fast • What Mike does differently in the gym and how he figured out what works after not seeing good results for years • Living up to your genetic potential • The problem with the supplement industry • Not trusting most of the health and fitness experts out there and why you should have a skeptical take on many gurus • Packing on size while keeping your lean physique • How long it takes to safety and realistically add more lean muscle • Whether or not core training is actually worth it • Staying lean and what foods can help you in this department • The importance of eating clean foods and healthy proteins • Which supplements actually can help your gain solid muscle • The most important factor for gaining muscle but doing it the right way Check out Mike on: Website: legionathletics.com Book: Bigger Leaner Stronger Sponsors: * Follow Justin on Instagram now for daily content not found anywhere else! *Check out Justin's new book ELITE MIND at EliteMindBook.com. *Join our email list at EliteManMagazine.com/newsletter now!

Many people who follow me on Instagram after reading my book Bigger Leaner Stronger have been asking about my workouts lately. That's because I've been posting my daily workouts in my stories, and what I've been doing doesn't match my recommendations in BLS. Naturally, this causes a bit of confusion. So, what exactly am I doing in the gym, and why? Why am I not following my own program? Well, I am. I'm following Beyond Bigger Leaner Stronger, which is my book for intermediate and advanced weightlifters. The workout routine in BLS is great for beginners, but if you've already gained your first 25 pounds of muscle and want to gain the remaining 15 pounds or so you have left before hitting your genetic ceiling, you want to follow Beyond Bigger Leaner Stronger. So for this podcast, I'm going to share with you a chapter from my Beyond Bigger Leaner Stronger audiobook where I break down the program in detail and explain how it works and how to do it. So if you want to know exactly how I'm training and see if it's something for you, I think you're going to like this episode! Timestamps: 10:34 - Periodization plan 12:09 - Training routines 17:16 - Workouts 23:15 - Progression methods 44:09 - Double Progression 48:07 - How long should I rest between sets? 53:20 - How to warm up for your workout? 56:58 - De-load week 59:58 - Should I do cardio? Mentioned on the Show: Legion VIP One-on-One Coaching: https://buylegion.com/vip Beyond Bigger Leaner Stronger: https://legionathletics.com/products/books/beyond-bigger-leaner-stronger/ Want free workout and meal plans? Download my science-based diet and training templates for men and women: https://legionathletics.com/text-sign-up/

This episode is for all those muscle loving guys and gals! Building lean muscle and getting into the best shape of your life isn’t as complicated as the fitness industry often makes it sound. Regardless of your genetics and exercise discipline, there are a few constants that cannot be overlooked for most men and women. Strength Coach at Critical Bench and co-host of the Strong by Design podcast, Chris Wilson, explores all things MUSCLE with bestselling author of Bigger Leaner Stronger and host of the #1 podcast, Muscle for Life, Mike Matthews. Listen in as Mike gives you simple, science-based know-how and inspiration that will help you build your best body and life ever!   "Your body's muscle building machinery doesn't work well when the body is under slept." -Mike Matthews   Time Stamps 0:04 – Welcoming today’s special guest on ‘Strong by Design’ podcast 1:50 – Host Chris Wilson and guest Mike Matthews share their thoughts on the COVID-19 situation 9:14 – COVID-19: Understanding your risk profile 13:42 – Get to know Legion Athletics’ CEO Mike Matthews, and how he got into the fitness industry 15:40 – The origins of ‘Bigger Leaner Stronger’ 24:31 – The connection between sleep and muscle growth 31:59 – Effects of sleep deprivation on the physiology of muscle building 36:15 – De-load Week: What is it and why is it important? 40:00 – The difference between training in your 20s, 30s and 40s 49:25 – Mike on how to overcome fitness challenges 53:40 – Muscle and strength gain: Why it is important to start training in your 20s 55:00 – Mike on building muscle in your 30s, 40s and beyond 1:02:28 – How genetics affect your fitness and health goals 1:05:36 – Connect with Mike Matthews through his social media channels, official website     Resources LegionAthletics.com Muscle for Life Podcast   Connect w/ Mike: Instagram Facebook   Connect w/ CriticalBench:  Youtube Facebook Instagram CriticalBench.com YouAreStrongByDesign.com  

Mike Matthews is the bestselling author of the books, “Bigger, Leaner, Stronger”, “Thinner, Leaner, Stronger”, and “The Shredded Chef”, host of the Muscle For Life podcast, as well as the founder of Legion Athletics. Mike has used his simple and science based approaches to fitness and health, building muscle, losing body fat, and gaining strength, to help thousands of people across the world achieve their best bodies ever! Buy Mike's books on Amazon below! Bigger, Leaner, Stronger: https://amzn.to/3b5reAQ Thinner, Leaner, Stronger: https://amzn.to/3baQ0Q2 Beyond Bigger Leaner Stronger: https://amzn.to/3o1oZDJ Subscribe to the NEW Power Project Newsletter! ➢ https://bit.ly/2JvmXMb Subscribe to the Podcast on on Platforms! ➢ https://lnk.to/PowerProjectPodcast Special perks for our listeners below! ➢LMNT Electrolytes: http://drinklmnt.com/powerproject ➢Piedmontese Beef: https://www.piedmontese.com/ Use Code "POWERPROJECT" at checkout for 25% off your order plus FREE 2-Day Shipping on orders of $99 ➢Sling Shot: https://markbellslingshot.com/ Enter Discount code, "POWERPROJECT" at checkout and receive 15% off all Sling Shots Follow Mark Bell's Power Project Podcast ➢ Insta: https://www.instagram.com/markbellspowerproject ➢ https://www.facebook.com/markbellspowerproject ➢ Twitter: https://twitter.com/mbpowerproject ➢ LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/powerproject/ ➢ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/markbellspowerproject ➢TikTok: http://bit.ly/pptiktok FOLLOW Mark Bell ➢ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marksmellybell ➢ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarkBellSuperTraining ➢ Twitter: https://twitter.com/marksmellybell ➢ Snapchat: marksmellybell ➢Mark Bell's Daily Workouts, Nutrition and More: https://www.markbell.com/ Follow Nsima Inyang ➢ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nsimainyang/ Podcast Produced by Andrew Zaragoza ➢ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamandrewz #PowerProject #Podcast #MarkBell

The Blueprint to an Effective and Sustainable Workout Program!!!   There is a lot of noise in the fitness industry about what works best with regard to weight loss, muscle building, and transformation. There are so many different workout programs, cleanses, and information that it can be challenging to decipher between what actually works long term and what doesn't    With that said, I wanted to have a conversation with someone that is one of the most knowledgable, respected, and successful experts in this space. Today's guest is Mike Matthews. Mike is the best selling author of books like “Bigger Leaner Stronger” and "Thinner Leaner Stronger." He is also the host of the "Muscle for Life Podcast" and founder of the #1 best-selling all-natural sports supplement brand, Legion athletics.   More importantly, Mike is a “go to” for all things muscle building, fat loss, and body transformation having helped tens of thousands of people change their lives via health and fitness. Check out his IG page for some of these before and after photos. It's quite inspirational. Believe it or not, most of his clientele is the normal everyday person who is “unfit” and looking to become “fit” that doesn't have hours upon hours to spend at the gym everyday. So if you are that person who is struggling to get started, keep “starting and stopping,” have hit a plateau, or just looking to up your fitness game then this episode is for you.   This episode is going to provide you the blueprint for a workout program that is effective, sustainable and help you create the ultimate health transformation.    We chat about the staples that are necessary for a successful fitness program that includes what to eat, what to do in the gym and the importance of protein. Mike and I discuss other things like how to not fall into the trap of making your body an idol or your identity, how to break through a plateau and how much time is REALLY necessary to spend in the gym to get results and how to maximize it.   We chat about the staples that are necessary for a successful fitness program that includes what to eat, what to do in the gym and the importance of protein. Mike and I discuss other things like how to not fall into the trap of making your body an idol or your identity, how to break through a plateau and how much time is REALLY necessary to spend in the gym to get results and how to maximize it. We also talk about why he thinks so many people quit on themselves and more!    Topics discussed:    The common themes of successful health transformations   What to eat to optimize your health and body   How to allocate time in the gym and what to do   How much cardio is necessary?    How to get started if you "start and stop" often   Why is protein is so important?   Why starting small leads to big changes   How to not create an identity around your body   Why people quit on themselves so soon   The importance of results   Connect with Mike:   Website: https://legionathletics.com/   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/muscleforlifefitness/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/muscleforlifefitness   Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/muscle-for-life-with-mike-matthews/id671863400   Connect with Doug:   Instagram: www.instagram.com/dougbopst   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dougbopst   Website: www.dougbopst.com/   Private Facebook Group:   https://www.facebook.com/groups/690686891674188     More on Earth Echo Foods/Cacao Bliss:   www.earthechofoods.com/dougbopst   Use Promo code "Doug" at checkout to receive 15% off your order      

Imagine you’re on the fence about going to college, spending 4 years there, and earning a degree.   OR…   You take your own risks, follow what you enjoy doing, and combine that with lots of hard work.   The latter decision leads to you writing 9 books and building an 8 figure fitness empire!   That’s what fitness legend, Mike Matthews, did.   Mike is the founder and CEO of Legion as well as a bestselling fitness author of several books, including Bigger Leaner Stronger, Thinner Leaner Stronger, and The Shredded Chef.   Plus, his work has been featured in many popular outlets including Esquire, Men's Health, Elle, Women's Health, Muscle & Strength, and more, as well as on FOX and ABC.   Get ready for this DYNAMIC conversation with Mike Matthews!   IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL LEARN: His passion for reading, writing, and how that led to writing 9 books How he built an 8-figure fitness empire without going to college A full-detailed day in the life of Mike Matthews from sun up to hitting the sack Mikes training, nutrition, cardio, sleep habits, and hacks   If you’re interested in learning how to build a fitness empire…Tune in

Mike Matthews is the founder and CEO of Legion as well as a bestselling fitness author of several books, including Bigger Leaner Stronger, Thinner Leaner Stronger, and The Shredded Chef. His company Legion is the #1 bestselling brand of all-natural sports supplements in the world, with over 300,000 customers served and 2 million bottles sold.   If you enjoyed this episode, please consider to rate, review, and subscribe on Apple Podcasts/iTunes. It takes less than 60 seconds and it really makes a difference. Rate, review, and subscribe at HardyHaberland.com/iTunes.

Mike Matthews is the founder and CEO of Legion as well as a bestselling fitness author of several books, including Bigger Leaner Stronger, Thinner Leaner Stronger, and The Shredded Chef. His company Legion is the #1 bestselling brand of all-natural sports supplements in the world, with over 300,000 customers served and 2 million bottles sold.   Mike's simple and science-based approach to building muscle, losing fat, and getting healthy has sold over a million books and helped thousands of people build their best bodies ever, and his work has been featured in many popular outlets including Esquire, Men's Health, Elle, Women's Health, Muscle & Strength, and more, as well as on FOX and ABC.   Brought to you by Haberland Group (HaberlandGroup.com) and Hardy Haberland's Programs (HardyHaberland.com).   This podcast is brought to you by Haberland Group. Haberland Group is a global provider of marketing solutions. With multidisciplinary teams in major world markets, our holding companies specialize in advertising, branding, communications planning, digital marketing, media, podcasting, public relations, as well as specialty marketing. If you are looking for a world-class partner to work on marketing programs, go to HaberlandGroup.com and contact us.   This podcast is also brought to you by Hardy Haberland's Programs. Hardy provides educational programs for high performers who want world-class achievement, true fulfillment, and lasting transformation in their lives. He also provides consulting for established brands and businesses that have generated a minimum of $3 million in annual sales. If you need a catalyst for transformation and a strategist for success at the highest level, go to HardyHaberland.com and apply.   If you enjoyed this episode, please consider to rate, review, and subscribe on Apple Podcasts/iTunes. It takes less than 60 seconds and it really makes a difference. Rate, review, and subscribe at HardyHaberland.com/iTunes.

To watch this episode, please visit Rachel’s YouTube channel. Listeners can find Mike Matthews at his website https://legionathletics.com/, and on Instagram @muscleforlifefitness Mike Matthews is the founder and CEO of Legion sports supplement company as well as a bestselling fitness author of several books, including Bigger Leaner Stronger, Thinner Leaner Stronger, and The Shredded Chef. His simple and science-based approach to building muscle, losing fat, and getting healthy has sold nearly two million books and helped thousands of people build their best body ever, and his work has been featured in many popular outlets including Esquire, Men's Health, Elle, Women's Health, Muscle & Strength, and more, as well as on FOX and ABC. In this episode, we talk about the simple truth behind counting calories, how to choose supplements to benefit your nutrition and exercise goals, cardio mistakes and how to redesign your training weeks to maximize muscle gains, and much more! “No foods cause fat loss, but certain foods are more conducive to losing fat than others.” Mike Matthews Top Takeaways: Top 3 mistakes when going into a diet Mike’s top 5 supplement choices How to better understand the effective dose of multivitamins  Mike’s 4 recommended exercises to prioritize in the gym Today’s Questions: What do you think are the top 3 mistakes people are making when they go on a diet? If you had to pick your top 5 supplement recommendations (individual supplements), what would they be and why? What do you think are the top 3 mistakes people are making with their training? Show Notes: [0:00] Welcome back to MetFlex and Chill! Rachel gives a breakdown of today’s episode topics surrounding diet, exercise and supplements with guest Mike Matthews @muscleforlifefitness  [1:00] To help grow the show please leave a review on itunes, share it out to a friend or screenshot it and tag @rachelgregory.cns  [2:00] Rachel introduces Mike Matthews @muscleforlifefitness to the listeners! [3:00] Mike dives into his fitness background and writing his first book [3:30] Bigger Leaner Stronger [9:30] Check out Mike’s book collection HERE [11:00] Legion Workout Supplements  [12:30] Question: What do you think are the top 3 mistakes people are making when they go on a diet? [13:00] Calculating a calorie deficit [19:30] Protein Protein Protein! [22:00] Average amount of daily protein intake- one gram per pound body weight or 40% calories from protein [37:00] Question: If you had to pick your top 5 supplement recommendations (individual supplements), what would they be and why? [39:00] Vitamin K and Vitamin D [50:00] Omega Three Supplement  [51:00] Benefits of creatine [53:00] Question: What do you think are the top 3 mistakes people are making with their training? [1:09:30] Question: is there anything that you've personally changed your mind about in the past year? And why and it can be nutrition training, anything in your life? [1:11:30] Conjugate Periodization Model [1:17:30] You can check Mike out at https://legionathletics.com/, https://legionathletics.com/podcast/ and on instagram @muscleforlifefitness or email mike@muscleforlife.com   [1:19:00] To help grow the show please leave a review on itunes, share it out to a friend or screenshot it and tag @rachelgregory.cns  [1:19:30] Stay tuned for announcements coming! If you haven’t subscribed to newsletter go to www.metflexlife.com/newsletter  --- Join the FREE MetFLex Life Course: www.metflexandchill.com Rachel Gregory (@rachelgregory.cns) is a Board-Certified Nutrition Specialist, Strength and Conditioning Specialist, and Author of the best-selling book, 21-Day Ketogenic Diet Weight Loss Challenge. She received her Master’s Degree in Nutrition & Exercise Physiology from James Madison University and Bachelor’s Degree in Sports Medicine from the University of Miami. Rachel helps her clients transform their lives by starting with the physical (body), realizing the power of the mental (mindset), and ultimately gaining massive confidence that bleeds into every aspect of their lives (family, relationships, work, etc.).

Mike Matthews from Legion Athletics and I discuss the supplements industry, motivation, productivity, entrepreneurship, and some viewer Q&A while we were on the front page of Twitch in April 2019. ============================== TIME STAMPS: 0:01:53 -- How do we know who is evidence based?0:11:40 -- What are some red flags with supplement companies?0:21:00 -- Explain the process of creating a supplement start to finish0:23:00 -- Tell us about the dark side of the supplement space0:38:45 -- Whey protein worth it?0:42:15 -- Grass fed whey protein have any benefits?0:45:45 -- For every successful Mike Matthews, how many people failed to make it?0:52:45 -- What reality checks do you have for an entrepreneur?0:59:40 -- What advice to you have for people lacking a passion?1:08:20 -- What are your tips for staying productive?1:13:30 -- Sleep hygieneQ&A1:21:50 -- How do you troubleshoot a weightloss plateau?1:29:00 -- What are the biggest bottlenecks affecting your team?1:33:08 -- What's the strategy behind Mike's podcast?1:34:33 -- What's the best innovative idea your team has come up with lately?1:37:00 -- Any advice for people needing to restrict carb intake due to medical conditions? 1:41:40 -- Micellar Casein vs. Calcium Caseinate? ==============================Mike Matthews is an author with over a million books sold and the founder of Legion Athletics, a supplements company. Mike is a self-made millionaire. He started off like an average joe working a day job. He got in shape and wanted to write the book he wish he had starting off in the gym. He wrote it on nights and weekends and it became a success in the Kindle store. He used his success to create the supplements company he always wanted. He's been disrupting the supplements industry with no proprietary formulas and actually good formulations. He's sharp, inspirational, and a walking encyclopedia of information. His books include Bigger Leaner Stronger, Thinner Leaner Stronger, The Shredded Chef, and The Little Black Book of Workout Motivation. Mike's Social Media and Website:https://buylegion.com/tomhttps://www.instagram.com/muscleforlifefitness/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/legionath/?hl=enhttps://twitter.com/muscleforlife============================== About Me:  My name is Tom Talks and 10 years ago I was so crippled with back pain I could barely walk. Sometimes my sciatica was so bad I had to crawl to the bathroom in the middle of the night. When my back did get better and I was able to lift weights, my body didn’t change very much and I didn’t know what I was doing. Through educating myself over the years, I’ve learned how simple diet and training can be. You don’t need to kill yourself with cardio or eat an awful diet that is not sustainable. You can achieve a healthy, fit lifestyle while still having time for the things you love. Stop by my Twitch Stream when I’m live and I will help you get started with free Q&A! https://www.twitch.tv/tominationtime Twitch ► https://www.twitch.tv/tominationtime Website ► http://www.tominationtime.com Twitter ► https://twitter.com/TominationTime Instagram ► https://www.instagram.com/tominationtime Twitter (Helen) ►  https://twitter.com/WaifuNationTime Instagram (Helen) ►  https://www.instagram.com/waifunationtime Facebook ► https://www.facebook.com/TominationTime/ Music | Sappheiros - Lights fanlink.to/QY3

Merry Christmas Eve everyone! This week we sat down and talked about some of our favorite products on our Holiday Wish Lists that we’ve discovered and have helped us make our lives and other better. Some of these we talk about products are: ❄️ @artezaofficial Paint Pens for all your creative doodling needs. Cal loves these for her #paintedrockproject with the kiddos ❄️ @4ocean Bracelets: Every bracelet pulls one pound of plastic out of the ocean! ❄️ @experience_soar CBD stick to soothe those inevitable body aches and pains ❄️ @meetned CBD Sleep Holiday Gift Set. Full Spectrum CBD products to help you get a restful nights sleep. The gift set comes with a cute lil mug that says “Plants over Pills” how can you not love that? ☕️ [Thank you @mindpumpmedia for 15% off using code MINDPUMP] ❄️ @erincondren has the cutest versatile notebooks and planners for all your creative planning needs! ❄️ @legionath Bigger Leaner Stronger or Thinner Leaner Stronger book by Mike Matthews for a clear cut and easy to follow guide all about fitness, nutrition and supplements (Leanne recommends this book to clients and refer back to it frequently) $10.50 on Amazon right now?!! ❄️ @jerryseinfeld Is This Anything? book for lols from the man himself ❄️ @everlywell Food Sensitivity Test to learn which foods don’t cooperate with you without having to go through months of Elimination Dieting [Thank you @mindpumpmedia for 15% off using code MINDPUMP] ❄️ @wakingupapp Cal’s new favorite Meditation App from @samharrisorg with programs to help you learn what your brain is actually doing while meditating amongst many others! ❄️ @tabletopicsinc: an HTC favorite, giving you questions to help get the conversation started! Thank you to all these companies making products that help make our lives better in some way! Thank you @clay_hatten for the cameo & Christmas spirit

I’ve written and recorded a lot of evidence-based content over the years on just about everything you can imagine related to building muscle, losing fat, and getting healthy. I’ve also worked with thousands of men and women of all ages and circumstances and helped them get into the best shape of their lives. That doesn’t mean you should blindly swallow everything I say, though, because let’s face it—nobody is always right about everything. And especially in fields like diet and exercise, which are constantly evolving thanks to the efforts of honest and hardworking researchers and thought leaders. This is why I’m always happy to hear from people who disagree with me, especially when they have good arguments and evidence to back up their assertions. Sometimes I can’t get on board with their positions, but sometimes I end up learning something, and either way, I always appreciate the discussion. That gave me the idea for this series of podcast episodes: publicly addressing things people disagree with me on and sharing my perspective. Think of it like a spicier version of a Q&A. So, here’s what I’m doing: Every couple of weeks, I’m asking my Instagram followers what they disagree with me on, and then picking a few of the more common or interesting contentions to address here on the podcast. And in this episode, I’ll be tackling the following . . . 4:34 - “Low bar squats shouldn’t be preferred in Bigger Leaner Stronger because they’re difficult for most people to do.” 20:05 - “Cannabis isn’t inherently bad. It can be used recreational without negative consequences and it’s also safer than alcohol.” 26:11 - “Time restricted and fasting should be more widely applied as a health improvement strategy rising almost entirely to the standard of care for a host of conditions and the failure to do this is resulting in the loss of life, limb, eyesight, quality of life, autonomy, time, and of course, the big needle mover, money.” --- Mentioned on The Show: Books by Mike Matthews: https://legionathletics.com/products/books/ Want free workout and meal plans? Download my science-based diet and training templates for men and women: https://legionathletics.com/text-sign-up/

DM "I'M READY" on Instagram to get started on your fitness journey and see if we're the right fit together.Welcome to Motivation Monday, where every Monday we answer all of your questions and have some real talks about life & fitness & get you fired up for the week! In this episode we talk about how to prepare for the holidays, get bigger, leaner & stronger & how to get results with alcohol.(0:00) - Intro(0:30)- Josh quote: "Don't think about what can happen in a month. Don't think about what can happen in a year. Just focus on the 24 hours in front of you and do what you can to get closer to where you want to be." (2:40) Kyle quote: "Do more of what is working, less of what isn't, and try new behaviours to see if they produce better results" (4:30)- Client shoutout: Savannah (6:00)- Weekly thoughts/recommendations (14:45)- Question 1: What game plan should I have for the Christmas holidays? (21:15)- Question 2: Should I log/track my vegetables? (23:25)- Question 3: Should everyone do compounds? What are your thoughts on bigger faster stronger? (27:20)- Question 4: If you count the calories of a drink wouldn’t it be the same as counting food? I feel like I hear often “don’t drink and you’ll lose weight”. What affects does alcohol have on us and weight loss? Thanks for listening! We genuinely appreciate every single one of you listening.➢Join our Podcast FB Group: https://bit.ly/fithealthyhappyfacebook➢Follow us on instagram @colossusfit➢Apply to get your Polished Physique: https://colossusfitness.com/Support the show (https://www.colossusfitness.com)

On this weeks episode of The Fitness Solution, I have Mike Matthews, founder of LegionAtheltics.com Mike is a long-term hero of mine and to have him on the Podcast really was an awesome moment for me. He is also a Fitness Writer, and aside from his amazing Blog on his website, he also wrote: Bigger Leaner Stronger Thinner Leaner Stronger Beyond Bigger Leaner Stronger The Little Black Book of Fitness Motivation All of these books, I personally highly recommend and have read them all - they transformed my view of Fitness and I really hope they will do the same to you as well. Mike has a very straightforward, simple accessible way to view fitness and that is what we get into on this Podcast. We discuss why he wrote Bigger Leaner Stronger and then the subsequent follow-ups, combined with all things fitness. Mike really is one of the authorities in the field, and to have the pleasure to learn from him is a blessing for myself and my career, and I really hope it will help your journey too. As ever...if you need to get in touch with me...then just head to www.thegymstarter.com And I cannot wait to hear from you! PS: Please leave a review if you are enjoying this Podcast...it means the absolute world to me.

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In this book, you’ll learn science-based and time-proven formulas for eating and training that’ll help you shatter muscle and strength plateaus, set new personal records, and build your best body ever. And better yet, you’ll do it without following restrictive or exotic diets, putting in long hours at the gym, or doing crushing workouts that leave you aching from tip to tail. Also, to celebrate this momentous occasion, I’m giving away over $6,000 of glorious goodies, including . . . 30-minute Zoom call with yours unruly Vitamix blender WHOOP fitness tracker $200 Lululemon gift card One month of Legion VIP coaching Inzer weightlifting belt And much more . . . All you have to do for a chance to win is… Head over to bblsbook.com, and buy a copy of BBLS 2.0 (any format) Forward the receipt email to launch@legionsupplements.com . . . and voila, you’re entered in the giveaway. You have to act fast, though, because the launch bonanza ends and the winners will be chosen on September 14th. You can also increase your chances of winning by buying extra copies of the book (any formats). Specifically . . . If you buy 3 copies, you’ll get 5 giveaway entries (+400% chance to win). If you buy 5 copies, you’ll get 8 giveaway entries (+700% chance to win). If you buy 10 copies, you’ll get 15 giveaway entries (+1400% chance to win) plus an autographed copy of the book. So, for instance, if you buy the paperback, ebook, and audiobook, you’ll get 5 entries to win, and if you buy 3 paperbacks as well as the ebook and audiobook, you’ll get 8 entries, and so forth. And what are you going to do with extra books, you’re wondering? You could give them to your workout buddies, donate them to your local library, hurl them at unpleasant children, I don’t know—there are so many options when you think about it. Anyway, to learn more about the giveaway and get your copy of Beyond Bigger Leaner Stronger 2.0, head over to www.bblsbook.com. Alright, let’s get to the episode.

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Mike Matthews is the bestselling author of more than a dozen books including Bigger Leaner Stronger for men and Thinner Leaner Stronger for women. He blogs at MuscleforLife.com and LegionAthletics.com with over 1 Million visitors every month. Mike always thought, “Why isn't there a book out there that actually teaches you what you really need […] The post 84: The Book That Birthed a Multi-Million Dollar Fitness Company with Mike Matthews appeared first on TCK Publishing.