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This week we welcome Canadian Bodybuilding guru Ben Pakulski back to Rx’D Radio to sit down with his fellow Canadians, Dr. Jordan Shallow and Killian Hamilton. Unquestionably one of the greatest minds in bodybuilding training, Ben is an IFBB Pro with a long list of accomplishments, including appearances at The Olympia and multiple national titles. Ben is the CEO of Muscle Intelligence and owns Mi40, a gym in Tampa, Florida. He is an accomplished businessman, coach, speaker and lives his life with awareness and virtue, like few others are able. Today Team Canada gets into the weeds about the origins of Ben Pakulski, and what built him into the cognizant athlete he is today. We discuss his highest values and explore the personal growth he experienced during his time in the bodybuilding world. Ben tells us how his mentality behind training evolved to serve him better and ultimately lead to his successes in the sport, with his family and with his business. The boys discuss the importance of awareness, as well as the necessity of facing obstacles to uncover personal strengths and develop a better sense of virtue. Killian and Ben discuss their personal practices to calibrate themselves on a daily basis, and the trio discuss training as a form of meditation and a tool to instill discipline and “peace from mind”. Killian recounts living in the airport, Ben discusses calibrating perspective in himself and in his children, and the team discusses how bliss can only truly be experienced by also having a deep experience of pain -- this is a conversation you will not want to miss! Ben’s Media: IG: @bpakfitness Mi40 Gym: www.Mi40nation.com Muscle Intelligence: www.muscleintelligence.com Killian’s Media: IG: @killian.hamilton Website: www.K2coaching.ca For other strength training, health, and injury prevention resources, check out our website, YouTube channel, and Instagram. For more episodes, subscribe and tune in to our podcast. Also make sure to sign up to our mailing list at www.pre-script.com to get the first updates on new programming releases. You can also follow Dr. Jordan Shallow and Dr. Jordan Jiunta on Instagram!
Joining us today is one of the most forward-thinking coaches in the world! Joel Jamieson has trained elite MMA fighters, Navy SEALS, and worked for some of the largest fitness brands in the world. Joel was a pioneer in using HRV to evaluate training and recovery in his athletes and over the past several years has worked on developing tech that gives the average person access to this advanced analysis. In this episode Joel walks us through evaluating your recovery based on HRV, explains the energy production systems behind HRV and how you can start improving your HRV. Here are 5 ways I'm helping 100,000+ people build a body they love right now. Mi40 Foundation - 4X gains for 40 days. Over 100,000 copies sold and once the nr. 1 training program on the Internet - no joke. Start here if you're new to Intelligent training. Mi40 Xtreme v2.0 - The best workout of your life. University-backed protocol adds 13lbs more muscle over “mainstream” training. Study 1. Study 2. Real life results. The first and only CEP training program on the Internet. The Incredible Bulk - My personal training and nutrition protocol for gaining muscle all year long without getting fat. Used by my clients to add up to 14 lbs of new muscle in 4 weeks, or even 30lbs in 12 weeks. (NEW) Hypertrophy Execution Mastery - The first and only online masterclass showing you how to train for YOUR body mechanics (rather than against it). Avoid pains and injuries. Fix lagging muscles. 1000+ customers, 100+ testimonials. Free 4-month trial of Mi40 Nation worth $228 included. Mi40 Nation - the all-inclusive membership for those who #demandexcellence. Join 40,000+ members who are taking a holistic approach to building a body they love. **** Have a Mi40 story to share? Transformations, big and small. Inside and out. I want to know all about how Mi40 has impacted your life. Email support@benpakulski.com with all the saucy details, plot twists, numbers, and photos. By sending us your Mi40 stories, you agree to help us promote the Muscle Intelligence movement. And to let us use your stories publicly to show the world how we #demandexcellence. **** Time Stamps What is he currently excited about? [4:16] What type of athletes does he find benefit most from guiding their training with these heart rate zones? [8:10] An overview of HRV (heart rate variability) and its impact on balancing the two halves of the autonomic nervous system. [10:08] How HRV is impacting energy systems and how are those energy systems impacting how we are training? [15:25] How does Morpheus start to dictate the volume of aerobic training? At what point does it become a negative thing? [17:20] Can one use HRV to determine and decipher how they should be training? [19:29] How does he use HRV to determine his athlete's nutrition? [24:35] Why there are only so many calories your body can burn in a given day. [27:45] What are some of his top parasympathetic interventions? [30:36] Does he have any practices that he advocates to his athletes? [35:06] How much does he manipulate intra-workout variables in regards to nutrition? [38:17] The argument against IIFYM (if it fits your macros). [41:40] His universal macro profile approach. [46:18] Any particular foods that he gravitates to increase performance? [47:20] Does he give his athlete's any strategies in regards to their psychological well-being and mindset? [48:56] How does he eat on a daily basis? [50:35] Does he have any interventions to improve sleep? [51:35] What supplements does he recommend or take? [55:48] How 1/3 people are going to die from cardiovascular disease and the important steps to take NOW to combat this. [59:00] Featured Guest Joel Jamieson (@coachjoeljamieson) • Instagram Website Related Links/Products Mentioned Morpheus Home Metabolic theory of ecology - Wikipedia ALL GAIN, NO PAIN: The Over-40 Man's Comeback Guide to Rebuild Your Body After Pain, Injury, or Physical Therapy – Book by Bill Hartman Neuroimmunology Helix Sleep: Helix | Mattresses Designed For Every Body
Coming at you from the Arnold Classic! Ben sits down with the legend who is Rich Gaspari. In this episode we discuss Rich's unparalleled work ethic, the rise, fall and resurrection of his massive supplement company Gaspari Nutrition, and how the sport of bodybuilding has changed from the time he competed until now. This episode is presented by the MI40 Nation. If you want to get the most out of your time in the gym you have to learn how to execute exercise for your body. Head to HypertrophyMastery.com for our best course yet when it comes to learning to fit exercise to your body! Time Stamps From filing for bankruptcy to building a $100 million dollar supplement company, Rich bares all and details his humble beginnings. [3:33] He shares the ‘mythical' stories of his training coming up in the sport of bodybuilding. [5:40] Rich explains the concept of overtraining and how it helped or hindered him. [14:26] How did he eat back in the day and how does he eat today? [17:00] Has the evolution of science helped guys or crippled them? [19:07] What are some crazy things he did back in the day that made him question what he was doing? [21:45] What is the best frequency used for training body parts? [25:55] Why, in his opinion, don't bodybuilders get as conditioned? [27:00] How different were the drugs used back then? Are bodybuilders using more now? [28:48] Who is his biggest inspiration? [30:13] What was the transition out of bodybuilding like for him? Struggles faced? A death by 1,000 cuts: What was the turning point with Gaspari Nutrition? [39:58] What was it like mentally for him to go from a $100 million dollar company to bankrupt? [42:10] What is the 10/20 year future look like for Gaspari Nutrition? [44:05] What are some of the lessons he has acquired over the last 20 years from building a $200 million dollar brand? [48:40] What is Rich Gaspari doing in 25 years? [54:50] Featured Guest Rich Gaspari (@richgaspari) • Instagram Related Links/Products Mentioned Gaspari Nutrition: Home 009- Creating an Unbreakable Mind and Resilient Body with Josh Lenartowicz 011- The Mountain Dog Mindset: Creating Lasting Greatness with John Meadows People Mentioned Lee "Hercules" Haney (@lee_haney_official) • Instagram Arnold (@Schwarzenegger) · Twitter Ronnie Coleman (@ronniecoleman8) • Instagram IFBB LEGEND FLEX WHEELER (@officialflexwheeler) • Instagram
Joining us today is Sebastian Oreb, aka the ‘Australian Strength Coach'. In this episode Ben and Sebastian dive into all things strength. They discuss his passion for strength, the process of getting someone strong, the technique he uses with his own athletes & MORE. He opens up about the importance of a healthy mindset and quality of quantity. Find out how if you master the basics of the barbell, you WILL get STRONG! Connect with Muscle Intelligence Instagram (@MuscleIntelligencePodcast) Facebook (@MuscleIntelligencePodcast) To learn more about the Muscle Intelligence Lifestyle join the MI40Nation! Time Stamps Where did his passion for strength come? [1:00] How to go ALL IN on that ONE thing. [3:35] What is his thought process when he is introduced to a new client who wants to get STRONG? [4:47] Why you NEED to earn the right to add weight to the bar. [11:22] How he breaks down technique + the importance of NOT maxing out. [20:21] How does he approach volume and intensity with his athletes? [24:00] How does he incorporate recovery methods into his athletes programming? [32:53] The importance of a healthy/clear mindset to getting stronger. [35:40] Does he measure time between sets? [41:38] What body position does he prescribe to himself and his athletes between sets? [48:13] Why he cares about HEALTH when it comes to nutrition. [52:12] What is next for him? [1:01:08] Featured Guest SEBASTIAN OREB #strengthsystem (@australianstrengthcoach) • Instagram Website Related Links/Products Mentioned Bulgarian Training Simplified | T Nation Paleo Low-FODMAP Diet Food List.pages - Kresser Institute Is a Low-FODMAP Diet Best for Digestive Disorders? | Kresser Institute People Mentioned Hafþór Júlíus Björnsson (@thorbjornsson) • Instagram Benedikt Magnusson (@benni_magnusson) • Instagram Eddie hall - The Beast (@eddiehallwsm) • Instagram Dr. Jordan Shallow D.C (@the_muscle_doc) • Instagram Eric Lilliebridge (@ericlilliebridge) • Instagram Jordan Peterson (@jordan.b.peterson) • Instagram Connect with Ben Instagram (@bpakfitness) Facebook (@ifbbbenpakfanpage) Twitter (@ifbbbenpak) Web (BenPakulski.com)
This week's special featured guest is Ben Pakulski! Instagram.com/BPakFitness https://www.MI40nation.com https://www.MuscleCamps.com THIS WEEK'S TOPICS: 1. Progress in life, career, and family 2. Skill level, mechanics, and volume 3. The significance of mental focus 4. Trying to be smarter than your brain 5. The power of breath manipulation As always, if you have any questions or suggestions, feel free to drop a comment. Happy listening, team!
Muscle Expert Podcast | Ben Pakulski Interviews | How to Build Muscle & Dominate Life
Dr. Layne Norton joins us at the MI40 Gym to share from his wealth of nutrition knowledge. Dr. Norton and Ben jump right in discussing what its like to work on social media and Layne’s sometimes “abrasive” approach. From there the conversation moves to metabolic flexibility, whether carb to fat ratio matters as much as some think it does, wether a high fat diet really helps you lose weight and of course If It Fits Your Macros. Stay tuned until the end to hear how Dr. Norton’s thought process has evolved over the years and where he plans to head in the next five. This podcast is brought to you by the MI40 Nation. If you haven’t been over to our members site you are missing out on the best information out there teaching you how to train for YOUR body. Head over to MI40Nation.com or HypertrophyMastery.com to see what all the hype is about. Highlights Ben and Dr. Norton discuss his polarizing status in the fitness community. Dr. Norton talks about the evolution of his thought process. Is insulin sensitivity all its cracked up to be? After protein does your level of carbs vs fats really matter for changing your body comp?
Muscle Expert Podcast | Ben Pakulski Interviews | How to Build Muscle & Dominate Life
Our expert guest today is a Health Optimization Practitioner, Educator & Consultant for ATP Labs and host of Metabolic Mastery Radio, Roland Pankewich. Ben and Roland unpack the practical strategies you can use today to optimize muscle gains, reduce inflammation and drastically upgrade your gut health and metabolic function. This 30-minute episode is absolutely packed with golden nuggets for mastering your gut, digestion, muscle growth and much more. Key Highlights ⇾ One easy trick to start improving your digestion during your next meal. ⇾ Why bodybuilders should fast when trying to build muscle. ⇾ How to manipulate the “master switches” for optimizing your ability to build more muscle, shed body fat and optimize digestive health. ⇾Specific amino acids required for detoxification in your body. Time Stamps: - 1:30 Breaking the mindset of calories = growth. Where to start with optimizing your gut and digestion. - 5:00 Where digestion begins and how to improve your digestion today. - 6:10 Ground beef v whole steaks? - 8:30 Large undigested protein particles left in your system. The negative effects. - 11:00 The benefits of fasting for bodybuilders. - 14:15 Low protein periods for decreasing inflammation. - 17:00 Essential amino acids for detoxification. - 20:24 Managing inflammation. - 24:10 The “Master switches” for optimizing your ability to build more muscle, burn fat and optimize health. - 31:15 The major problems with children’s nutrition in North America. Resources Mentioned Follow Roland Facebook Instagram Podcast
Muscle Expert Podcast | Ben Pakulski Interviews | How to Build Muscle & Dominate Life
On the podcast today is one of the strongest men on the planet. 3x World record holding powerlifter, elite strength and conditioning coach for athletes and military and service personnel, Matt Wenning This podcast is brought to you by BiOptimizers our digestion expert sponsors upgrade your digestion for optimal recovery and better nutrient uptake with MassZymes. Get 23-45% off plus an additional 10% off and 1 free bottle of HCL Breakthrough when you checkout the MassZymes here. This podcast is brought to you by Gasp! Top notch quality training wear, Muscle Expert approved training gear! Get 10% off when you use the discount code BEN10 at checkout at Gasp Online Today! Subscribe on iTunes, Tunein or Stitcher Radio! Love the podcast? Leave a review in iTunes! Who would you like Ben to interview? Tell us here! When you get really good, it's not how hard you can train but how good you can recover. - Matt Wenning Matt and Ben, break down the training, nutrition and recovery strategies for developing maximum strength, why you don’t need to squat more to get better at the squat, secrets learned from legends like Charles Poliquin, Stan Efferding and the epic 300 rep warm up used to develop world class strength, muscle and conditioning. ** Mention the Muscle Expert Podcast For 10% off of any products on** https://www.wenningstrength.com/ Topics Discussed The 300 rep warm up protocol for strength, hypertrophy and motor unit potentiation. Optimizing carbohydrate intake to reduce inflammation and enhance recovery. The one type of deadlift you should deadlift before conventional deadlifting for athletes and firefighters for preventing injuries. How to vary your squat using micro changes to maintain continuous progress without overtraining. The Law of 72 hours Recovery secrets from Larry Pacifico AKA “Mr. Powerlifting” TIME STAMPS 3:15 - Estrogen…is it a defense mechanism of the body? 4:15 - Mitigating inflammation, The problem with IIFYM that people often overlook. 8:00 - Why you don’t need to squat more if you've already mastered it. How to progress your squat numbers without squatting. 10:50 - The one type of deadlift you should use before conventional deadlifting for athletes and firefighters to increase hip mobility. 14:40 - Matt’s weekly rotation of auxiliary lifts for varying stimulus and progressing in strength. 16:50 - Breaking 2x world records while only squatting once every 5 weeks, training hard without over reaching and burning out. 19:30 - The Law of 72 hours. 20:30 - Nutrition protocol and maximizing recovery after a heavy leg session leading up to a powerlifting meet. Key insights from Charles Poliquin and Stan Efferding. 21:34 - Maximizing protein synthesis and minimizing inflammation. 24:14 - Coconut Oil and how Poliquin and helped Matt move end his dependence. 26:10 - Using the ketogenic diet strategically to get big, strong and lean. 27:20 - Sleeping 12 hours. The similarities between Matt and Ed Coan 30:00 - Recovery secrets from Larry Pacifico AKA “Mr. Powerlifting” 37:40 - The epic warm up: Doing 300 reps before maxing and motor unit potentiation. 46:45 - Lime juice and Pink salt pre workout. 47:50 - New training equipment for competitive athletes and powerlifters, the belt squat machine and the tricep bench. Resources Mentioned Charles Poliquin Stan Efferding Larry Pacifico Penta Carb - ATP Labs Follow Matt Wenning https://www.wenningstrength.com/ Instagram Facebook Twitter
Muscle Expert Podcast | Ben Pakulski Interviews | How to Build Muscle & Dominate Life
Muscle Expert Podcast 016 Ben Pakulski and Dr. Jacob Wilson discuss Training methods with acute variables for maximum gains in muscle building - how many reps, sets, volume, rest, isolation vs compound exercises, periodization, type of execution. EVERYTHING you need to take your muscle building efforts to the next level. It comes down to SO MUCH more than just adding "weight". You do NOT want to miss this one. itunes Link: https://itunes.apple.com/ca/podcast/ben-pakulski-podcast-muscle/id725296816?mt=2 Useful links: MI40Nation: http://www.mi40nation.com The Muscle Prof:https://www.FB.com/themuscleprof If you don’t have iTunes, check it out on the website here: http://www.benpakulski.com/muscle-expert-016/