Podcasts about obstacle dominator

Brakken Kracker is a professional OCR athlete and endurance coach who is paving the way on for how to train for Obstacles Course Racing. Brakken has as much experience as anyone on the scene. He is also a deep thinker about the sport and training. He joins us and shares the principles that have made him a successful coach and athlete over the years. There are a ton of gems that you can implement into your training and you can't afford to miss it.In this episode, we talk about:How to adapt your training to obstacle course racingWhat most people are doing wrong in their training.How to balance your strength and endurance training for OCR.Follow @brakkenkraker on Instagram or his podcast at Obstacle Dominator. Hit Subscribe to get the latest episodes of Reinforced Running PodcastApply for One-on-one Coaching hereFollow along Reinforced Running IG @reinforced_running_richTwitter @ReinforcedRunJoin our private training group on facebook here.Get your free Guide to faster running @ reinforcedrunning.com/runfaster

HEY. OD had Johnny on the books BEFORE Big Bear, there was just a scheduling conflict...but we got him now! Beni and Brakken chat with Johnny from a suprisingly audio-friendly car situation on top of a mountain. They chat about... -The deets on Johnny's HUGE break out win against an extremely stacked field at Spartan US Series race the Big Bear Beast last weekend... -His knowledge on how to prepare specifically for the aggressive stimulus your body recieves during a race... -Beni accidentally outs a secret of Brakken on the pood... -Some not so detailed deets about the upcoming Obstacle Dominator training guide 3.0... ...and much more! Get Connected with Johnny: Facebook: Johnny Luna Lima Instagram: @johnnylunalima Don't forget to leave a review on iTunes, Sticher, or wherever you tune in! Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now... Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)

While Hunter's focus moves solely to Crossfit, Obstacle Dominator refocuses with a NEW host, marking the beginning of season 3 and some BIG, EXCITING changes. But who IS the new co-host to complete the sweet sweet Beni OD-partnership? -A man who has beaten EVERY name in Spartan Race (Jon Albon, Hobie Call, Ryan Atkins, Hunter Mcyntire, Robert Killian etc) except for Cody Moat and Sergei Perelygin -A true OG of OCR, proven by the fact that he's been around long enough to be one of the few that is still owed prize money by the long deceased Superhero Scramble -The most well read and educated competitive athlete in the sport on health and fitness, and all things OCR -A multiple time Spartan Series champ Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now... Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)

Macho Man Hunter McIntyre is joining us to talk CrossFit Open, Fitness, racing for time, lifting moderately heavy things and humor!!

Welcome to Season Two of Obstacle Dominator, featuring Beni Gifford as co-host! Hunter and Beni snagged the eligible Kirk Dewindt to chat about his experience on the Bachelorette TV show (and a couple other Bachelor spin-off shows) and how he went from wooing Carli on TV, to placing 5th at the US OCR Champs in 2017. Also discover:   -How watching Robert Killian win the Spartan Race World Champs on NBC inspired Kirk to lace up and sign up...   -The type of training Kirk is doing to get ready to throw down in the US Spartan Series in 2018...   -What it takes to get selected for dating shows like The Batchelorette, Batchelor Pad and Batchelor in Paradise...   -And much more!   Resources/get connected with Kirk: http://kirk-dewindt.com Facebook: Kirk Dewindt Instagram: @Kirkdewindtpt Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now...  Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)  

Welcome to Season Two of Obstacle Dominator, featuring Beni Gifford as co-host! On today's episode, Hunter and Beni interview Yancy Culp, about his connection to the new sponsor of Spartan Race and what it means for the sport, how cancer made him start "racing happy," and more. -Hunters secret morning mind prep practice that involves hanging upside down while bleeding from his nose... -The mindset Yancy teaches his kids every day...     -The live scoreboard for the 50lb powersystems slam ball challenge that you can post your score on to see how you stack up...   Connect with or follow Yancy: Facebook: @Yancycamp   Instagram: @YancyCulp Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now...  Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)  

Welcome to Season Two of Obstacle Dominator, featuring Beni Gifford as co-host! On today's episode, Hunter and Beni interview Mack Roesch, who made nearly 100k from obstacle racing last year, and is aptly nicknamed "the Mack Truck." Mack Roesch is 215 lbs of 4% body fat shredded colby beef, and they get to talking about: -How all 3 of the people on this episode have competed on the Skullbuster of Steve Austins Broken Skull Challenge, Spartan Ultimate Team Challenge AND were top 10 finalists in Tough Mudder X... -How getting smashed to the point of crying over and over in pee-wee football turned him into the psycho competitor he is today... -Mack's favorite way to workout to stay jacked like a sweating onion yet insanely fast on the course... Connect with or follow Mack Roesch: Facebook: Mack Roesch Instagram: @MackRoesch Resources/products mentioned during this episode: https://caterpylaces.com Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now...  Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)  

Here's a little bit about Ben Greenfield: Author of the New York Times Bestseller “ Beyond Training ” and the Christian Gratitude Journal, Ben Greenfield's balanced approach to fitness, nutrition and health comes from his extensive experience in the fitness and wellness industry as one of the country's leading personal trainers and wellness consultants. In 2008, Ben was nominated by the NSCA as America's top personal trainer , and in 2013 and 2014, Ben was voted as one of the top 100 most influential individuals in health and fitness . A frequent contributor to health and wellness publications and a highly sought after speaker, Ben's understanding of functional exercise, nutrition, and the delicate balance between performance and health has helped thousands of people around the world achieve their goals and improve their quality of life. Ben's goal in life is to make healthy living inspiring, entertaining and educational, and his “ rebel yell ” goes like this: “I love getting fit, feeling good about the way my body looks, and fulfilling my deep-seeded drive to live life to the fullest by achieving difficult feats of physical performance. But I was fed up with feeling like crap from all the extreme exercising, strange foods, feeling of constant stress and soreness, and worry about the toll my hectic lifestyle was taking on my body. So I have found a way of training, eating and living that is perfectly healthy and natural, but still allows me to look, feel and perform at my peak capabilities.” He is currently the founder and owner of Greenfield Fitness Systems, a company that develops innovative and cutting-edge fitness and nutrition services and solutions to help people reach their physical and mental performance goals, whether that be to defy aging and achieve longevity, cross the finish line of an Ironman triathlon, or simply shed a few pounds. Ben coaches and trains individuals for general health, longevity, weight loss, lean muscle gain, holistic wellness, and sports performance, both from his physical location in Spokane, Washington, and Coeur D’ Alene, Idaho as well as all over the world via online training and consulting. Ben’s credentials include: -Bachelor's and master's degrees from University of Idaho in sports science and exercise physiology -Personal training and strength and conditioning certifications from the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) -Sports nutrition certification from the International Society of Sports Nutrition (ISSN) -Advanced bicycle fitting certification from Serotta, the “Harvard” of bicycle fitting schools -Over 11 years experience in coaching professional, collegiate, and recreational athletes from all sports Ben hosts the highly popular fitness, nutrition, and wellness website BenGreenfieldFitness, a site with over a quarter million monthly visitors which features blogs, podcasts, and product reviews from Ben. He is a frequent contributor to the Huffington Post, Triathalete Magazine and LAVA magazine, Endurance Planet, the outdoor sports magazine OutThere Monthly and has been featured in WebMD , the Spokesman-Review , Inlander magazine, In-Health magazine, Fit-Pro magazine , PTontheNet , Prevention magazine, Shape magazine, Men’s Health magazine, Women’s Running magazine, Inside Triathlon magazine, NBC, Fox, Entheos Academy , CreativeLIVE , Udemy , Veria Live TV and CBS Sports. As a public speaker on fitness, nutrition, and training, Ben hosts several top ranked fitness and health podcasts in iTunes, including the Get-Fit Guy, the BenGreenfieldFitness show, and the Obstacle Dominator. Ben speaks around the world and in addition to presenting multi-day conferences in global hotspots such as Dubai, London, and Thailand, he has been a keynote lecturer at the Hawaii Ironman World Championships Medical Conference, the Coeur D’ Alene Ironman Medical Conference, USAT Art & Science of Coaching Symposium, Can-Fit-Pro Conference, Pilgrim’s Wellness Center Education Series, Fleet Feet Sports Endurance Sports Clinic, Concordia University, REI Nutrition Clinics, PaleoFX and the Ancestral Health Symposium. In college, Ben competed in tennis, water polo, and volleyball, and now competes as a top ranked triathlete and Spartan athlete and a multiple Ironman Hawaii finisher. Ben resides in Spokane, Washington with his wife, Jessa, and twin boys, River and Terran. AS PROMISED.... The Podcast on the OURA Ring here from Ben REMEMBER TO FOLLOW ON FACEBOOK www.Facebook.com/LifestyleLocker on INSTAGRAM www.instagram.com/DrJoshHandt  

In this episode, Ben Greenfield interviews Trever Niestrath, the national champion for the crazy bowhunting obstacle course racing competition known as "TrainToHunt". -How Trever makes and eats healthy peanut butter... -The way that Trever prepares himself for 3-5 hours of shooting in the mountains... -Trever's training protocol for hauling 100 pounds of weight straight up the side of a mountain... -The best backpack to use for TrainToHunt competitions... -How Trever hauls hay around as part of his training... -The "MMA-style" functional training workouts that Trever does... -Trever's technique for getting his heart rate down before he shoots... -What kind of special diet Trever eats... -Trever's best hunting story from this year... -And much more! Resources from this episode: -Maranatha peanut butter -The new Obstacle Dominator 2.0 program -TrainToHunt.com obstacle course racing for hunters Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now... [audio src="http://traffic.libsyn.com/obstacledominator/ObstacleDominator68.mp3"]  Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)

In this episode, Ben Greenfield and Hunter McIntyre have a crazy wine-fueled discussion, and dive into... -Hunter and Ben's workout of the week... -How Hunter has been training for the World's Toughest Mudder... -Hunter's full clothing kit for World's Toughest Mudder... -Ben's experimentation with fascia stretching for off-season health... -Justin's question about whether you should combine strength and aerobic in the off-season, or just focus purely on strength... -Jono's question about the best way to train for elevation when you can't get to race early...   -Hunter and Ben's best tips for approaching an obstacle when you have "options"... -And much more! Resources from this episode: -The new Obstacle Dominator 2.0 program -ELDOA training method -The pulse oximeter blood oxygen monitor -Biotropic labs blend of chlorophyll, echinacea, beet, liver and cordyceps (use 20% coupon code "ben"). -Obstacle course video for military pentathlon in the Brazilian Army Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now... [audio src="http://traffic.libsyn.com/obstacledominator/ObstacleDominator67.mp3"]  Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)

In this episode, Ben Greenfield and Hunter McIntyre are joined by a super-secret special guest, and delve into... -Hunter and Ben's top workouts of the week, and why Hunter swears by "machete hikes"... -Why Hunter kicked the apehanger bell at Spartan World Championships... -Ben's 1-2-3 combo of Frogskins, chia seeds and a training keg for beating the Ultrabeast... -How Hunter changed his training this year, and his new secret weapon he drags around... -What exactly happens at Richard Diaz's secret "running lab"... -The new Spartan doping and drug testing policies, and the top 6 supplements that won't get you in trouble for doping... -The new Obstacle Dominator 2.0 revealed... -And much more! Resources from this episode: -The new Obstacle Dominator 2.0 program -E3Grips -BPC-157 article by Ben Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now... [audio src="http://traffic.libsyn.com/obstacledominator/ObstacleDominator66.mp3"]  Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)

Please leave a review at http://www.openskyfitness.com/review   We had two special guests on this week's episode of the Open Sky Fitness Podcast. One of our previous guests, Evan Dollard, teamed up with Rob to talk to fellow extreme obstacle athlete, Hunter McIntyre. Evan was the 2008 male winner of American Gladiators and also competed on American Ninja Warrior 2. Hunter is Spartan Race Athlete and has been featured on the TV show, Boundless. Next up in both of their careers, they are participating in NBC's Summer Spartan Ultimate Challenge which begins airing on Monday, June 13th. Evan is the Field Reporter of the show while Hunter leads on one of the teams through the race as a Spartan Elite. We had an amazing time on the show while learning more about Hunter and his story about how he came to be a Spartan Athlete. It's a wild journey of how he evolved from being a mischievous high school kid to a logger and how that path eventually led him to become one of the world's best short course and long course extreme obstacle athletes. Hunter's story is truly inspiring and one of a kind. He also shared with us how participating in specific training events such as the SEALFIT Kokoro Camp really helped him mature and become the leader that he is today. About Hunter McIntyre Hunter possesses a unique and potent combination of strength and endurance. As an avid student of the Crossfit Endurance training method he’s successfully welded the physique and strength of a Crossfit competitor with the endurance of a marathon runner. Hunter AKA ‘The Sheriff” loves to perform with the showmanship of a WWF wrestler. He is, however, an inveterate lover of all things- particularly life. At the age of just 27 he’s already been a lumberjack in Montana, a party “enthusiast”, and a male model. His wild and crazy charisma shines, Hunter, was born to entertain! His passion for life is built around creating each day to be better than the day before. Hunter’s fanatical love for Obstacle Course Racing pushes him every day to the limits, while cultivating his goals of continuing to be the very best athlete the sport has to offer. Hunter inspires others to athleticism by demonstrating the sheer fun of life. Have a Question for Rob or Devon? We love answering questions and getting feedback from you, our listener! If you have any questions to ask us or suggestions on guests/topics that you think would be great to have on the show, just email Rob at rob@openskyfitness.com or leave us a review at www.openskyfitness.com/review. Free Book Giveaway! We're giving away a copy of  Two Awesome Hours: Science-Based Strategies to Harness Your Best Time and Get Your Most Important Work Done To enter the book giveaway, just complete the following steps: Go to our show notes and click on the review link (openskyfitness.com/review) or  get started via your phone by texting OSFreview to 33444 to get the link. Leave us a review. Take a screen shot of what you wrote in the review. Email that screen shot along with your mailing address to Rob (rob@openskyfitness.com) with the subject line: OSF Review/ Two Awesome Hours. We'll enter your name in a drawing and randomly select the winner. Good luck! What You'll Hear on This Episode 0:00 Open Sky Fitness Introduction 1:10  Opening Remarks by Rob 14:45  Introduction to Hunter McIntyre 19:58  Hunter's experience as a logger and his life transformation. 22:20  Hunter's path to his career: missed and new opportunities. 23:45  How did you become involved with the Spartan Race competition? 25:10  How did you train and prepare for these competitions? 26:48  What was your athletic background in high school? 28:56  What is the SEALFIT Kokoro Camp like? What did you take away from this training? 32:15  What draws you in to participate in Kokoro Camp and other intense training activities? 33:20  How have you evolved over the years as an athlete and person? 36:00  Do you have a personal mission statement that you follow and live by? 39:10  How does someone train to become a Spartan Race competitor? 47:19  What was your experience like on Boundless? 52:30  How are you able to stay mentally sane and keep going during an obstacle race? 54:30  What other obstacle races do you have coming up? 55:25  How do you stay strong to compete in a variety of short course and long course obstacle races? 56:38  Do you think you would ever compete in an event such as American Ninja Warrior? 1:00:25  When you face a setback, what pushes you to continue on as a strong and positive person? 1:04:10  Closing Remarks by Rob and Evan 1:09:36  Open Sky Fitness Closing LINKS AND RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: To learn more about Hunter McIntyre, click here: http://www.huntermcintyre.com/#intro-1 To check out SEALFIT Kokoro Camp, click here: http://sealfit.com/sealfit-events/sealfit-kokoro-camp/ To listen to Rob's other Open Sky Fitness interviews with Evan Dollard, click here:          Interview with American Gladiator and Ninja Warrior Evan Dollard -Ep. 52                    Natalie Jill and Evan Dollard: How to Set Goals For the New Year-Ep. 78 To learn about Obstacle Dominator, click here: http://obstacledominator.com/ To Download Rob’s FREE workout templates click below** Download Templates Ask Rob a Question or tell him what is working for you: Email Rob@OpenSkyFitness.com To leave a Review for Rob and the Open Sky Fitness Podcast CLICK NOW!  Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated! They do matter in the rankings of the show and I read each and every one of them. Contact our amazing sound engineer Ryan? Send him an e-mail here: info@stellarsoundsstudio.com Thanks for Listening! Thanks so much for joining us again this week. Have some feedback you’d like to share? Leave a note in the comment section below! If you enjoyed this episode, please share it using the social media buttons you see at the bottom of the post. If you have any questions (and would like to hear yourself on the Open Sky Fitness Podcast), click on the link on the right side of any page on our website that says “Send Voicemail.” And finally, don’t forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes to get automatic updates. It’s free! Thanks for listening/reading Episode 99-Hunter McIntyre: Evolution of a Spartan Athlete.  We hope you have gained more knowledge on how to be a healthier you!

  In this episode, Hunter and Ben drink alcohol, Hunter craps his pants, and you get massive doses of epic goodness, including: -The brand new SEALFit 20x/Obstacle Dominator course taking place this July 10 with Hunter and Ben in Spokane, WA at Ben Greenfield's house! -The results of Hunter's recent appearance on Steve Austin's Broken Skull Challenge... -Hunter's new TV show Boundless... -The upcoming Spartan NBC Team Challenge show... -Whether or not the "Training Mask" really works...(and yes, we have a 20% discount code "GREEN1" if you wanna try for yourself)... -Bone broth for obstacle racers... -How to train for obstacle racing if you have a desk job (and Kelly Starrett's new book "Deskbound")... -And much more! Resources from this episode: -Hunter's Facebook page/workout of the week video -Splendid Savage book about a US Scout against the Apaches... -Deskbound book by Kelly Starrett -Ben's YouTube demonstration of the TrainingMask mobility routine... -Ben's Pre-podcast Snapchat -Black Ant Powder -Crickets and Cricket Flour -DNAFit Analysis -The brand new SEALFit 20x/Obstacle Dominator course Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now... [audio src="http://traffic.libsyn.com/obstacledominator/ObstacleDominator56.mp3"]  Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)

Episode 26 – Hunter McIntyre This exciting show kicks off with a world class announcement from our very own Dr. Danny Matta of Athletes Potential.  Danny is donating 100% of the proceeds from Physio Coach foot and ankle course directly to Juliet and Kelly Starrett’s non-profit Standup Kids.  How cool is that! Not only can you get your CEU’s in check via the internet from a world class provider but you’ll also know that money off the top won’t be paying for some doctors 4th home, it’s going to help fight childhood obesity.  For more on Danny’s course and Stand up kids check the links below. http://www.athletespotential.com/physiocoach-foot-and-ankle.html http://standupkids.org/ On with the show notes! Hunter McIntyre is a world class obstacle racer.  In 2014 he was the Spartan Race Male Points leader and is looking to repeat the feet in 2015.  For more on Reebok Spartan Race check out http://www.spartan.com. Aside from racing Hunter is dipping into coaching, has always been into training, and going to be co- hosting a wild reality show coming soon where himself and his cohosts attack the world’s toughest endurance races – Boundless http://tv.esquire.com/shows/boundless. For more info on being coached up be Hunter check out his training resource and podcast Obstacle Dominator: Webpage –  http://obstacledominator.com/ Podcast – http://obstacledominator.com/category/podcast/ Boundless – http://tv.esquire.com/shows/boundless For more on Hunter check out the following articles: Men’s Journal –   http://www.mensjournal.com/magazine/born-to-race-hunter-mcintyre-20140620 Men’s Fitness – http://www.mensfitness.com/life/sports/athlete-qa-spartan-racer-hunter-mcintyre And, Catch up with Hunter on Twitter and Instagram @huntthesheriff On this Episode we talk with Hunter about how he went from living in Bro-Mansion in Malibu, pumping Iron, and living the party life to kicking ass in the Spartan Race Series, and other obstacle racing arenas.  First the gang gets into the different distances that make up Spartan Race and how folks should attack training for each event.  Checkout www.active.com for local races near you. Hunter’s first recommendation for ramping up training for a race is to understand and acclimate to the distance of the race and get used to moving and hustling for that duration of time.  Hunter also realized early that building strength, joint stability and his lower back through weightlifting were paramount in his early success in the Spartan series.  Also, mixing running, large compound barbell movements like lunging and front squat, along with 1 to 2 AMRAP or crossfit style workouts throughout the training week are also important. The guys also spend a few minutes discussing the kettlebell.  Hunter gives his point of view regarding Charles Poliquin’s recent negative comments about the kettlebell on the Time Ferris Podcast and how he believes folks can utilize the bell without negatively affecting their back. The gang shifts gears into Hunter’s project, Obstacle Dominator, his business partner Ben Greenfeild, the world of podcasting, and nutrition.  Hunter also lets the guys know why he has gone vegan and how it is currently affecting his training and performance.  Carbohydrate consumption,

Jan 21, 2015 Podcast: Are Inversion Tables Bad For Blood Pressure, How To Get Rid Of Flat Feet, Is Miso Healthy, Hidden Carbs In Vegetables, and When Biohacking Goes Too Far. Have a podcast question for Ben? Click the tab on the right, use the Contact button on the app, call 1-877-209-9439, Skype “pacificfit” or use the “” form... but be prepared to wait - we prioritize audio questions over text questions. ----------------------------------------------------- News Flashes: You can receive these News Flashes (and more) every single day, if you follow Ben on , and . Now …which do you think wins? ----------------------------------------------------- Special Announcements: This podcast is brought to you by Onnit. . You save 10% at . The Obstacle Dominator training plan - has launched. Click here to get it now. This is going to make you tough as nails, give you a third lung, change your workouts forever, and thrust you into the fittest 99% of the population (probably the craziest and most nefarious thing Ben has ever created). January 30th - 31st, 2015: Ben will be speaking in Dubai - Talise Fitness and Jumeirah Emirates Towers, proudly invite you to take part in an exclusive two day seminar held by the renowned nutrition and fitness expert, best selling author, coach, speaker, ex-bodybuilder and Ironman triathlete, Ben Greenfield. March 6-9, 2015: Come on with Ben Greenfield and family! Use code BEN10 to save 10% when you book this cruise to a private island in the Bahamas for the ultimate tropical Spartan Race. This cruise includes free travel for kids and a kid's Spartan race, along with a sprint Spartan for the adults, tons of partying, beautiful beaches and new, exclusive island challenges. April 13-16, 2015: Ben is speaking at , where the world's top bloggers, podcasters and content creators teach you how to make money by creating content online, and how to enhance your blog, your podcast, your videos and any other media you create online. Better yet, you can come and attend the conference, then on April 17! and use code "bgreenfield20" to get 20% off the current pricing. April 24-26th, 2015: . The can't-miss conference that is the Who's Who gathering of the Paleo movement, with world-class speakers including best-selling authors, physicians, nutritionists, research scientists, professional athletes, trainers, sustainability and food activists, biohackers, and more. The Ben Greenfield Experience is now available for either May 15-17 weekend or May 22-24 weekend (you choose): This is a once in a lifetime opportunity for you to be completely immersed in Ben’s unique combination of healthy, ancestral living and cutting-edge biohacking. Total cost is 10K for entire weekend(Fri/Sat/Sun) - includes yoga, workouts, food, and the full learning and living experience. You’ll leave completely equipped with everything you need to know to reinvent your home, your body and your life. The entire experience takes place at the Greenfield home in the forest, which is completely biohacked to support optimum human biology, including 100% organic and green experience with zero electrical pollution, allergen-free materials, natural mattresses, circadian rhythm matched lighting and much more - including: -Outdoor obstacle course on 10 acres of forest, with nature walking trails, climbing wall, rope traverses, spear throws, sandbag carries, Tarzan swing, monkey bars, mountain bikes, woodchopping and everything you need for the ultimate outdoor fitness experience. -Completely outfitted gym with power lifting rack, indoor swim trainer, hypoxic air generator, bike trainer, elevation training mask, luxury Tru-Form running treadmill, outdoor yoga patio and much more. -Cold thermogenesis endless swimming pool with chlorine-free, naturally ozone-treated hot tub for a one-of-a-kind outdoor, winter forest swimming and soaking body treatment. -Plenty of biohacks to play with, including a recovery-enhancing Biomat, infrared lighting, electrostimulation, inversion table, power lung, and ore. -Locally-sourced, natural and nourishing food from over a dozen nearby organic farms and Ben’s goats, chickens, organic vegetable garden, along with filtered, structured and deeply hydrating well water. -Giant living room with wood burning stove and enormous oak table for learning, socializing, working, eating and relaxing. -Outdoor obstacle course workouts, hiking excursions, yoga and high performance living led by America’s top personal trainer. E-mail ben at bengreenfieldfitness.com if you are interested, and Ben will set up a private phone call with you to discuss details and your eligibility. Grab this package that comes with a tech shirt, a beanie and a water bottle. And of course, this week's top iTunes review - gets some BG Fitness swag straight from Ben - ! ----------------------------------------------------- Listener Q&A: As compiled, deciphered, edited and sometimes read by , the Podcast Sidekick and Audio Ninja. Are Inversion Tables Bad For Blood Pressure? Kim says: She is interested in learning more about inversions tables. Not because she has a bad back but for brain biohack reasons. But, she has high blood pressure (her doc says she "has the gene") although she doesn't have the lifestyle factors. Should she be worried about using an inversion table with high blood pressure? In my response I recommend: - - - When Does Biohacking Go Too Far? Girlfriend says: My boyfriend is an avid follower of you. If I break it down simply -- he will do anything you say in your podcast or blog. I'd be lying if I didn't say I have some resentment that he listens to you more than me... :) I've watched my boyfriend swallow a dozen amino acid/or whatever pills in one gulp, wear orange glasses everywhere he goes, keep the thermostat at a chilly 60 degrees, and replace all his lights with red light bulbs.  You speak about better love & relationships, but I have this digging feeling that he's unwilling to compromise, and yes, I'll say it, obsessed with optimizing his life. Do you have any advice? Shouldn't there be a balance to this? In my response I recommend: -The book "" How To Get Rid Of Flat Feet Mike says: During a triathlon he felt a twinge in the bottom of his foot. After going to a podiatrist he was diagnosed with PTTD (Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction or “adult acquired flatfoot”). He is wondering if there is something he can do to treat that and his general tendon health. 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Jan 14, 2015 Podcast: Is Aluminum Foil Healthy, How To Do Kettlebell Yoga, How To Measure Your Body's Voltage, How Much Dairy Is In Grass Fed Butter, and Ben's Top Healthy Baby Tips. Have a podcast question for Ben? Click the tab on the right, use the Contact button on the app, call 1-877-209-9439, Skype “pacificfit” or use the “” form... but be prepared to wait - we prioritize audio questions over text questions. ----------------------------------------------------- News Flashes: You can receive these News Flashes (and more) every single day, if you follow Ben on , and . ? ... . I’ll tweet out a few of the more interesting takeaways from this over next few days, but this is a must-read in my opinion. ----------------------------------------------------- Special Announcements: This podcast is brought to you by Harry’s Shaving. Harry’s high-quality German-engineered blades are crafted for sharpness and precision, at half the price of big name drugstore brands, with free shipping straight to your door. Just go to and get $5 off when you use discount code “ben”. The Obstacle Dominator training plan - has launched. Click here to get it now. This is going to make you tough as nails, give you a third lung, change your workouts forever, and thrust you into the fittest 99% of the population (probably the craziest and most nefarious thing Ben has ever created). January 30th - 31st, 2015: Ben will be speaking in Dubai - Talise Fitness and Jumeirah Emirates Towers, proudly invite you to take part in an exclusive two day seminar held by the renowned nutrition and fitness expert, best selling author, coach, speaker, ex-bodybuilder and Ironman triathlete, Ben Greenfield. March 6-9, 2015: Come on with Ben Greenfield and family! Use code BEN10 to save 10% when you book this cruise to a private island in the Bahamas for the ultimate tropical Spartan Race. This cruise includes free travel for kids and a kid's Spartan race, along with a sprint Spartan for the adults, tons of partying, beautiful beaches and new, exclusive island challenges. April 24-26th, 2015: . The can't-miss conference that is the Who's Who gathering of the Paleo movement, with world-class speakers including best-selling authors, physicians, nutritionists, research scientists, professional athletes, trainers, sustainability and food activists, biohackers, and more. The Ben Greenfield Experience is now available for either May 15-17 weekend or May 22-24 weekend (you choose): This is a once in a lifetime opportunity for you to be completely immersed in Ben’s unique combination of healthy, ancestral living and cutting-edge biohacking. Total cost is 10K for entire weekend(Fri/Sat/Sun) - includes yoga, workouts, food, and the full learning and living experience. You’ll leave completely equipped with everything you need to know to reinvent your home, your body and your life. The entire experience takes place at the Greenfield home in the forest, which is completely biohacked to support optimum human biology, including 100% organic and green experience with zero electrical pollution, allergen-free materials, natural mattresses, circadian rhythm matched lighting and much more - including: -Outdoor obstacle course on 10 acres of forest, with nature walking trails, climbing wall, rope traverses, spear throws, sandbag carries, Tarzan swing, monkey bars, mountain bikes, woodchopping and everything you need for the ultimate outdoor fitness experience. -Completely outfitted gym with power lifting rack, indoor swim trainer, hypoxic air generator, bike trainer, elevation training mask, luxury Tru-Form running treadmill, outdoor yoga patio and much more. -Cold thermogenesis endless swimming pool with chlorine-free, naturally ozone-treated hot tub for a one-of-a-kind outdoor, winter forest swimming and soaking body treatment. -Plenty of biohacks to play with, including a recovery-enhancing Biomat, infrared lighting, electrostimulation, inversion table, power lung, and ore. -Locally-sourced, natural and nourishing food from over a dozen nearby organic farms and Ben’s goats, chickens, organic vegetable garden, along with filtered, structured and deeply hydrating well water. -Giant living room with wood burning stove and enormous oak table for learning, socializing, working, eating and relaxing. -Outdoor obstacle course workouts, hiking excursions, yoga and high performance living led by America’s top personal trainer. E-mail ben at bengreenfieldfitness.com if you are interested, and Ben will set up a private phone call with you to discuss details and your eligibility. Grab this package that comes with a tech shirt, a beanie and a water bottle. And of course, this week's top iTunes review - gets some BG Fitness swag straight from Ben - ! ----------------------------------------------------- Listener Q&A: As compiled, deciphered, edited and sometimes read by , the Podcast Sidekick and Audio Ninja. Is Aluminum Foil Healthy? Joan says: She often uses aluminum foil to cook things or reheat food. Would you use it?   How To Measure Your Body Voltage Mike says: Is there a way to quantifiably measure the need for grounding? For instance if you had a long flight from Africa or Asia and then spent a bunch of time using electronics, could they just go outside barefoot for a couple minutes to get sufficient electrons to counter act the trip? Or conversely, if someone was playing outside all day and then spent a few minutes at their computer before bed, would they undo all the good they had built up? In my response I recommend: - -- - How To Do Kettlebell Yoga Devi says: She just listened to episode #302 where you talked about Kettlebell Yoga. She searched and couldn't find any references to it. Could you share the routines? The sun salutation routine and any others your recommend. In my response I recommend: - How Much Dairy Is In Grass Fed Butter? Rob says: How do you feel about Grass Fed butter? How and when are the best times to use stuff like that, cream and yogurt. In my response I recommend: - - Ben's Top Healthy Baby Tips Tyler says: If you got Jessa pregnant again, what would be the top adjustments that you would make in your life for a healthy family and babies? In my response I recommend: - - - - ----------------------------------------------------- -- And don't forget to go to --

Jan 7, 2014 Podcast: Natural Remedies For Congestion During Exercise, Natural Remedies for Saddle Sore, The Top 3 Ways To Relieve Stress At Night, and How To Get A Better Butt. Have a podcast question for Ben? Click the tab on the right, use the Contact button on the app, call 1-877-209-9439, Skype “pacificfit” or use the “” form... but be prepared to wait - we prioritize audio questions over text questions. ----------------------------------------------------- News Flashes: You can receive these News Flashes (and more) every single day, if you follow Ben on , and . ? Check out this study: vanilla, curcumin, cinnamon, ginger, etc. . Cool results. I find it interesting that a … without you actually taking DHEA (. ----------------------------------------------------- Special Announcements: This podcast is brought to you by Harry's Shaving. Harry’s high-quality German-engineered blades are crafted for sharpness and precision, at half the price of big name drugstore brands, with free shipping straight to your door. Just go to and get $5 off when you use discount code "ben". The Obstacle Dominator training plan - has launched. Click here to get it now. This is going to make you tough as nails, give you a third lung, change your workouts forever, and thrust you into the fittest 99% of the population (probably the craziest and most nefarious thing Ben has ever created). January 30th - 31st, 2015: Ben will be speaking in Dubai - Talise Fitness and Jumeirah Emirates Towers, proudly invite you to take part in an exclusive two day seminar held by the renowned nutrition and fitness expert, best selling author, coach, speaker, ex-bodybuilder and Ironman triathlete, Ben Greenfield. March 6-9, 2015: Come on with Ben Greenfield and family! Use code BEN10 to save 10% when you book this cruise to a private island in the Bahamas for the ultimate tropical Spartan Race. This cruise includes free travel for kids and a kid's Spartan race, along with a sprint Spartan for the adults, tons of partying, beautiful beaches and new, exclusive island challenges. April 24-26th, 2015: . Below is just a taste of what to expect at this can't-miss conference that is the Who's Who gathering of the Paleo movement, with world-class speakers including best-selling authors, physicians, nutritionists, research scientists, professional athletes, trainers, sustainability and food activists, biohackers, and more. The Ben Greenfield Experience is now available for either May 15-17 weekend or May 22-24 weekend (you choose): This is a once in a lifetime opportunity for you to be completely immersed in Ben’s unique combination of healthy, ancestral living and cutting-edge biohacking. Total cost is 10K for entire weekend(Fri/Sat/Sun) - includes yoga, workouts, food, and the full learning and living experience. You’ll leave completely equipped with everything you need to know to reinvent your home, your body and your life. The entire experience takes place at the Greenfield home in the forest, which is completely biohacked to support optimum human biology, including 100% organic and green experience with zero electrical pollution, allergen-free materials, natural mattresses, circadian rhythm matched lighting and much more - including: -Outdoor obstacle course on 10 acres of forest, with nature walking trails, climbing wall, rope traverses, spear throws, sandbag carries, Tarzan swing, monkey bars, mountain bikes, woodchopping and everything you need for the ultimate outdoor fitness experience. -Completely outfitted gym with power lifting rack, indoor swim trainer, hypoxic air generator, bike trainer, elevation training mask, luxury Tru-Form running treadmill, outdoor yoga patio and much more. -Cold thermogenesis endless swimming pool with chlorine-free, naturally ozone-treated hot tub for a one-of-a-kind outdoor, winter forest swimming and soaking body treatment. -Plenty of biohacks to play with, including a recovery-enhancing Biomat, infrared lighting, electrostimulation, inversion table, power lung, and ore. -Locally-sourced, natural and nourishing food from over a dozen nearby organic farms and Ben’s goats, chickens, organic vegetable garden, along with filtered, structured and deeply hydrating well water. -Giant living room with wood burning stove and enormous oak table for learning, socializing, working, eating and relaxing. -Outdoor obstacle course workouts, hiking excursions, yoga and high performance living led by America’s top personal trainer. E-mail ben at bengreenfieldfitness.com if you are interested, and Ben will set up a private phone call with you to discuss details and your eligibility. Grab this package that comes with a tech shirt, a beanie and a water bottle. And of course, this week's top iTunes review - gets some BG Fitness swag straight from Ben - !   ----------------------------------------------------- Listener Q&A: As compiled, deciphered, edited and sometimes read by , the Podcast Sidekick and Audio Ninja. Natural Remedies For Congestion During Exercise Barb says: She gets a lot of mucus and histamine response after her hard workouts. After intervals on the bike or in the pool. It has been happening on and off for a couple years but lately it is very constant. Is this related to recovery? It is very debilitating. Do you know what the cause could be? In my response I recommend: - Natural Remedies for Saddle Sore Jeff says: Lately he has been getting acne on his backside. Sometimes worse than other days... sometimes looks more like heat rash. Also a bit down his hamstrings and lower back. He wears compression gear when he works out but has also tried going without anything (even underwear). He is wondering how to clear it up. It is more annoying than anything. In my response I recommend: - (use 15% discount code 80244) - - The Top 3 Ways To Relieve Stress At Night R.C. says: He has been trying out Rhodiola and L-Theanine. He has been using the pure powder forms in both the evening and the morning. For relieving stress, when should it be taken? Should it be on an empty stomach? Is there anything else you would recommend instead for someone who has trouble winding down in the evening? In my response I recommend: - - - How To Get A Better Butt Tony says: He is wondering if it is normal for your legs to be wider than your hips. All his pants and boxers "ride-up" and it is really annoying. 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Dec 31, 2014 Podcast: Krill Oil vs. Fish Oil, How To Get Your Period Back, Yoga vs. Swimming, How To Reverse Damage Caused By Antidepressants, and Open Water Swimming 101. Have a podcast question for Ben? Click the tab on the right, use the Contact button on the app, call 1-877-209-9439, Skype “pacificfit” or use the “” form... but be prepared to wait - we prioritize audio questions over text questions. ----------------------------------------------------- News Flashes: You can receive these News Flashes (and more) every single day, if you follow Ben on , and . Pregnant? ----------------------------------------------------- Special Announcements: This podcast is brought to you by Onnit. . You save 10% at . The Obstacle Dominator training plan - has launched. Click here to get it now. This is going to make you tough as nails, give you a third lung, change your workouts forever, and thrust you into the fittest 99% of the population (probably the craziest and most nefarious thing Ben has ever created). January 30th - 31st, 2015: Ben will be speaking in Dubai - Talise Fitness and Jumeirah Emirates Towers, proudly invite you to take part in an exclusive two day seminar held by the renowned nutrition and fitness expert, best selling author, coach, speaker, ex-bodybuilder and Ironman triathlete, Ben Greenfield. March 6-9, 2015: Come on with Ben Greenfield and family! Use code BEN10 to save 10% when you book this cruise to a private island in the Bahamas for the ultimate tropical Spartan Race. This cruise includes free travel for kids and a kid's Spartan race, along with a sprint Spartan for the adults, tons of partying, beautiful beaches and new, exclusive island challenges. April 24-26th, 2015: . Below is just a taste of what to expect at this can't-miss conference that is the Who's Who gathering of the Paleo movement, with world-class speakers including best-selling authors, physicians, nutritionists, research scientists, professional athletes, trainers, sustainability and food activists, biohackers, and more. Grab this package that comes with a tech shirt, a beanie and a water bottle. And of course, this week's top iTunes review - gets some BG Fitness swag straight from Ben - ! ----------------------------------------------------- Listener Q&A: As compiled, deciphered, edited and sometimes read by , the Podcast Sidekick and Audio Ninja. Krill Oil vs. Fish Oil Randy says: Krill oil or fish oil? Which is best and why? Break it down for him. In my response I recommend: -Superessentials or Thorne EPA, both How To Get Your Period Back Pepper says: She liked your answer in Episode 301 to the question about coming off birth control. She has had trouble regulating her menstrual cycle since coming off Yasmin and is wonder what you think of Chasteberry as a way to help fix her cycle? In my response I recommend: - Yoga vs. Swimming Alice says: She is a 2:50 marathoner. She runs high mileage (80 miles a week) and her coach likes to give her swim workouts 3 times a week. She is burnt out on swimming (and it is winter and cold) and would rather do some hot yoga instead. Can she do hot yoga 3 times a week (intense, 1hr Flow classes) instead of the swims? Which would be more beneficial? In my response I recommend: - (GREEN1 gives 20% discount) How To Reverse Damage Caused By Antidepressants Brian says: He has been on antidepressants for the last 10 years. For the last 5 years he was on heavy doses of Lexapro and Effexor. It worked well, did its job and he has been off for a couple years but he feels like his mental acuity is down and his sleep patterns are a wreck. Is there a way to put together a program to detox or if there are doctors who can handle this? Is this actually a thing? In my response I recommend: - book - is a real expert when it comes to neurotransmitter repletion therapy, and I’d highly recommend you , read the or speak with a licensed Kalish practitioner prior to experimenting too much with this stuff. Another very good resource to learn more about neurotransmitter repletion is . Open Water Swimming 101 Stephen says: He would like to get into more open water swimming. He lives in Raleigh, North Carolina where it doesn't get too cold - water temp into the low 50s. Could you talk a little about hypothermia in connection with exercise? At what point should he be using a wetsuit? What style of wetsuit? Also do you have any wetsuit brand recommendations? In my response I recommend: - -

In this episode, Hunter and Ben reveal the details of the brand new Obstacle Dominator Training Package (for beginner to advanced obstacle racing athletes) which includes: Obstacle Dominator Training Manual Pro Athlete Insider Interview Series Obstacle Dominator Video Instructions How to Create Your Own Obstacle Course Top Secret Controversial Interview With Spartan CEO Complete Nutrition Plan for Obstacle Training & Racing Spartan race discount Unconventional Obstacle Course Training Guide Complete Obstacle Dominator Transcripts 100% Confidence and Dominance In Your Training and Racing A special introductory price of 77 bucks Click here to get it now Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now... [audio src="http://traffic.libsyn.com/obstacledominator/ObstacleDominator23.mp3"] Music courtesy Skorge - Sail (AWOLNATION Dubstep Rmx)

Nov 26, 2014 Podcast: 5x5 Workouts, What Is Glycobiology, Is Sitting On A Bike Bad For You, What Is Best Plastic For Water Bottles, and Can You Increase Growth Hormone With Fasting? Have a podcast question for Ben? Click the tab on the right, use the Contact button on the app, call 1-877-209-9439, Skype “pacificfit” or use the “” form... but be prepared to wait - we prioritize audio questions over text questions. ----------------------------------------------------- News Flashes: You can receive these News Flashes (and more) every single day, if you follow Ben on , and . (this may also be why you can eat MORE carbs when in tropical climates). But And this, my friends, is . (I use the ) ----------------------------------------------------- Special Announcements: This podcast is brought to you by . Just go to to save 15% on the stuff that keeps you in fat-burning mode all day long. This podcast is also brought to you by Onnit. . You save 10% at . As part of our celebration of our 300th podcast episode, the Great Biomat Giveaway goes live Nov 26-Dec 3. December 15-19, 2014: Ben interviews 23 of the world's leading experts in performance, recovery, nutrition, fat loss, brain, sleep and hormone optimization, and you get a free all-access pass. . Go ask your burning Obstacle Racing questions at for the brand new Obstacle Dominator podcast. December 4-5 Ben will be speaking at Mark Divine's in Encinitas California. This is a life-changing experience for anyone looking to learn about SEAL principles, health and peak performance – with LIVE, hands-on training from Mark Divine and a world-renowned team of experts. January 30th - 31st, 2015, Ben will be speaking in Dubai - Talise Fitness and Jumeirah Emirates Towers, proudly invite you to take part in an exclusive two day seminar held by the renowned nutrition and fitness expert, best selling author, coach, speaker, ex-bodybuilder and Ironman triathlete, Ben Greenfield. Grab this package that comes with a tech shirt, a beanie and a water bottle. And of course, this week's top iTunes review - gets some BG Fitness swag straight from Ben - ! ----------------------------------------------------- Listener Q&A: As compiled, deciphered, edited and sometimes read by , the Podcast Sidekick and Audio Ninja. What Is Glycobiology? Bryan asks: He recently has been hearing the term glycobiology. He is wondering what your thoughts are on the subject and whether you agree that it is as important as some people are saying to the future of our health?   Is Sitting On A Bike Bad For You? Jonas asks: He rides a mountain bike to work everyday and is wondering how he should be sitting on it, not necessarily to go the fastest but to ensure he doesn't get injured or create any issues later in life. He doesn't want to wake up 10 years from now and find out that he shouldn't have been "sitting like this". In my response I recommend: - - What Is Best Plastic For Water Bottles? Mark asks: He has been reading recently that even BPA free plastic water bottles can be harmful to your health. Do you have any recommendations on what water bottles are safe to use? In my response I recommend: - - Can You Increase Growth Hormone With Fasting? Johan asks: He has read that the positive effects of fasting (24 hours or more) are quite evident with HGH and "rebooting" your immune system. If you are fasting and training to get the positive effects of testosterone, is that a powerful way to combine health and training? Could this also be helpful for kids to help control IGF1 and thus stop them from entering puberty too early by relying on HGH instead of IGF1?  

In this episode, Ben Greenfield and Hunter McIntyre record straight from Ben Greenfield's house in Washington State, where they're shooting instructional videos for the new Obstacle Dominator program. They answer the following questions: Charles asks: What is the best gear for a Hurricane Heat? Dan asks: How can you limit GI distress during races? Jeanette asks: How to get a sponsorship? Hunter asks: How to get ready for a hot weather race when you’re training in the cold? Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and click here to leave your questions now... ...and here's just a taste of what's to come from Hunter and Ben:

Nov 19, 2014 Podcast: The Best Place to Live For An Active Lifestyle, How To Naturally Increase HCL Production, What Is A Good HRV Number, Meat Broth vs. Bone Broth, and Breath Ketones vs. Blood Ketones. Have a podcast question for Ben? Click the tab on the right, use the Contact button on the app, call 1-877-209-9439, Skype “pacificfit” or use the “” form... but be prepared to wait - we prioritize audio questions over text questions. ----------------------------------------------------- News Flashes: You can receive these News Flashes (and more) every single day, if you follow Ben on , and . (News Flash: You Really CAN Cook At High Temperatures With Extra Virgin Olive Oil!) ? Not really. I’ve been saying this for years. New study shows that a I actually do breathe in a (use code BGF025 for 25% discount) ----------------------------------------------------- Special Announcements: Need to fix your gut, build new muscle, or enhance the effectiveness of your probiotic? The brand new has arrived. December 15-19, 2014: Ben interviews 23 of the world's leading experts in performance, recovery, nutrition, fat loss, brain, sleep and hormone optimization, and you get a free all-access pass. . Go ask your burning Obstacle Racing questions at for the brand new Obstacle Dominator podcast. December 4-5 Ben will be speaking at Mark Divine's in Encinitas California. This is a life-changing experience for anyone looking to learn about SEAL principles, health and peak performance – with LIVE, hands-on training from Mark Divine and a world-renowned team of experts. January 30th - 31st, 2015, Ben will be speaking in Dubai - Talise Fitness and Jumeirah Emirates Towers, proudly invite you to take part in an exclusive two day seminar held by the renowned nutrition and fitness expert, best selling author, coach, speaker, ex-bodybuilder and Ironman triathlete, Ben Greenfield. Grab this package that comes with a tech shirt, a beanie and a water bottle. And of course, this week's top iTunes review - gets some BG Fitness swag straight from Ben - ! ----------------------------------------------------- Listener Q&A: As compiled, deciphered, edited and sometimes read by , the Podcast Sidekick and Audio Ninja. The Best Place to Live For An Active Lifestyle Geoff asks: Given your lifestyle of travel and sport, why do you live where you do? Where do you think would be the best place in the world to live for swimming, biking, running, wellness and living an active lifestyle in general? In my response I recommend: - - How To Naturally Increase HCL Production Cathy asks: She has tried to supplement with Betaine HCL (for all the good reasons you have mentioned in the past) but it gives her major insomnia, a little anxiety and some joint pain. She can't find any information on why this would be happening. She saw that it could be related to suppression of potassium and magnesium. Could it be a mineral imbalance? In my response I recommend: - - - - What Is A Good HRV Number? Annie asks: She wants to start using HRV to avoid over training. She understands that her LF and HF should be balanced with high power and that her HRV and rRMSD should be high... but she is not sure what numbers she should be looking for. What number is "ideal" and what number is "out of whack"? She is 25, if that makes a difference. Do you have any quantitative numbers that she can go by? In my response I recommend: - - Meat Broth vs. Bone Broth Robin asks: She has heard all about how good bone broth is for us and would like to start using it but she has heard that it is also very high in glutamate. She already has high glutamic acid in her blood so she is reluctant to try it in case it raises her glutamate even more. She is confused. Should she be drinking it? In my response I recommend: - - Breath Ketones vs. Blood Ketones Amely asks: She recently purchased a and is wondering how the measurements from the breath compare or relate to the measurements from a blood ketone meter? She doesn't want to buy a blood ketone meter but she does want to know if she is achieving a state of ketosis or not. She is worried the breath meter is not sensitive enough. Can you give her a sense of what the comparison between the blood and breath meters are? In my response I recommend: -

Oct 29, 2014 Podcast: The Best Remedies For Hot Flashes, Does N-Acetyl Cysteine Increase Glutathione, How To Increase Shoulder Mobility, and Getting Rid of Scar Tissue. Have a podcast question for Ben? Click the tab on the right, use the Contact button on the app, call 1-877-209-9439, Skype “pacificfit” or use the “” form... but be prepared to wait - we prioritize audio questions over text questions. ----------------------------------------------------- News Flashes: You can receive these News Flashes (and more) every single day, if you follow Ben on , and . Would YOU do any of these Which one? Do ? The answer may surprise you. Wow. Good article. ----------------------------------------------------- Special Announcements: Need to fix your gut, build new muscle, or enhance the effectiveness of your probiotic? The brand new has arrived. Go to and use code GREEN1 for a 20% discount on your third lung. November 17-21, 2014: Ben interviews 23 of the world's leading experts in performance, recovery, nutrition, fat loss, brain, sleep and hormone optimization, and you get a free all-access pass. . Go ask your burning Obstacle Racing questions at for the brand new Obstacle Dominator podcast. Other places you can meet Ben: Nov 2-9 London (meet-up and drinks at , November 8 at 6pm), Nov 9-16 Israel, Dec 4-7 January 30th - 31st, 2015, Ben will be speaking in Dubai - Talise Fitness and Jumeirah Emirates Towers, proudly invite you to take part in an exclusive two day seminar held by the renowned nutrition and fitness expert, best selling author, coach, speaker, ex-bodybuilder and Ironman triathlete, Ben Greenfield. Grab this package that comes with a tech shirt, a beanie and a water bottle. And of course, this week's top iTunes review - gets some BG Fitness swag straight from Ben - ! ----------------------------------------------------- Listener Q&A: As compiled, deciphered, edited and sometimes read by , the Podcast Sidekick and Audio Ninja. The Best Remedies For Hot Flashes Graeme asks: His wife has been experiencing pre-menopause hot flushes. Most of the supplements focus on eostrogen i.e. Are phytoeostrogens which they are NOT a fan of due to increased risk of breast cancer etc. She has been using Magnesium which is helping a LOT, plus some Vitamin E and they have also heard Kelp powder (iodine) helps. Do you happen to have any other suggestions? In my response I recommend: -This article on -This article on -Black Cohosh/dong quai (e.g. ) - - - Does N-Acetyl Cysteine Increase Glutathione? Brian asks: He is interested in learning more about N-Acetyl Cysteine. He has read some articles that say it can help with a wide variety of health issues - helping to make things better for the body. One of the major questions he had was how does it work to reduce pre and post exercise oxidative stress? Also, could you recommend a pure quality product? Are there any side effects from taking NAC? In my response I recommend: - - How To Increase Shoulder Mobility Mark asks: In June this year he did a Tough Mudder and had fun and felt really good. The next day he played two, back to back, soft ball games. He felt a tweak in his shoulder every time he threw the ball but didn't think much of it. From that day on he has had tightness in his shoulder and his range of motion was very limited (reaching for high things is difficult, playing golf is hard and even playing his dreadnought guitar is painful). It is getting better, very slowly, but it is still very tight in the morning and interrupts his sleep at night. Do you know why this is taking so long to heal, why it is tight in the morning and what he can do to speed up the healing? In my response I recommend: - book - (esp. shoulder flossing and lacrosse ball shoulder) Getting Rid of Scar Tissue Yvonne asks: About a year ago she ripped her thigh muscle doing an aerobic workout. She now has some scar tissue at the top of her leg. Now she gets a burning sensation in her thigh muscle and wonders what it could be. Can you tell her? In my response I recommend: - ----------------------------------------------------- -- And don't forget to go to -- Prior to asking your question, do a search in upper right hand corner of this website for the keywords associated with your question. Many of the questions we receive have already been answered here at Ben Greenfield Fitness! Podcast music from 80s Fitness (Reso Remix) by KOAN Sound. !

Oct 22, 2014 Podcast: How Does Warrior Breathing Work, The Best Way To Use DHEA, Should Kids Drink MCT Oil, Natural Remedies for Ingrown Hairs, and Applied Movement Neurology. Have a podcast question for Ben? Click the tab on the right, use the Contact button on the app, call 1-877-209-9439, Skype “pacificfit” or use the “” form... but be prepared to wait - we prioritize audio questions over text questions. ----------------------------------------------------- News Flashes: You can receive these News Flashes (and more) every single day, if you follow Ben on , and . I think this is a great idea to …only to put something different in the sprayer. (and and ). ----------------------------------------------------- Special Announcements: Go to and use code BEN2014 for a 20% discount on your third lung. November 17-21, 2014: Ben interviews 23 of the world's leading experts in performance, recovery, nutrition, fat loss, brain, sleep and hormone optimization, and you get a free all-access pass. . Other places you can meet Ben: Oct 25-26 Sacramento Super Spartan, Nov 2-9 London, Nov 9-16 Israel. Go ask your burning Obstacle Racing questions at for the brand new Obstacle Dominator podcast. January 30th - 31st, 2015 - Talise Fitness and Jumeirah Emirates Towers, proudly invite you to take part in an exclusive two day seminar held by the renowned nutrition and fitness expert, best selling author, coach, speaker, ex-bodybuilder and Ironman triathlete, Ben Greenfield. Grab this package that comes with a tech shirt, a beanie and a water bottle. And of course, this week's top iTunes review - gets some BG Fitness swag straight from Ben - ! ----------------------------------------------------- Listener Q&A: As compiled, deciphered, edited and sometimes read by , the Podcast Sidekick and Audio Ninja. How Does Warrior Breathing Work? Brian asks: He recently attended a level 1 academy at Sealfit. His favorite evolution of the academy was the qigong guy that lead them through warrior breathing. He experienced intense feelings of oneness with all of humanity, crazy visions of flaming zebras, and was crying like a baby by the end of it. When he walked out of the room a teammate killed his metaphysical buzz by saying what they just experienced was oxygen deprivation, similar to altitude sickness. What are your thoughts and experiences with warrior breathing? What is going on physiologically that might trigger this type of psychedelic experience? In my response I recommend: -My - The Best Way To Use DHEA Buddy asks: DHEA. What are your thoughts, concerns, feelings? You once tweeted that if your weren't competitive, you would consider using it. Where would be a good place to start? Trusted brand? In my response I recommend: - - Should Kids Drink MCT Oil? Chris asks: He has a 6 month old baby body who doesn't sleep very well. He wants to try giving him some more MCT oil. The baby is breast feeding and Chris has tried adding 1 cc of MCT oil with breast milk in his bottle and it seemed like the baby slept better. What are your thoughts on this idea? In my response I recommend: - Natural Remedies for Ingrown Hairs Jasmel asks: He gets ingrown hairs on his face. It has gotten worse as he has aged and also gets worse when he shaves. He has tried antibiotics on his face as a cream as as a medication. Is there anything else he can try?   Applied Movement Neurology Aaem asks: Have you heard of Applied Movement Neurology? It is supposed to increase strength, improve mobility and enhance athleticism. Do you think this program is worth looking into further (he is a progressive calisthenics trainer) and thinks this sounds like something that might pair up with that. In my response I recommend: - ----------------------------------------------------- -- And don't forget to go to -- Prior to asking your question, do a search in upper right hand corner of this website for the keywords associated with your question. Many of the questions we receive have already been answered here at Ben Greenfield Fitness! Podcast music from 80s Fitness (Reso Remix) by KOAN Sound. !

Oct 18, 2014 Podcast: Does Food Combining Really Work, How To Exercise With A Knee Injury, Why Do You Put Fat In Bulletproof Coffee, How To Jump Farther And Higher, and How To Handle More Alcohol. Have a podcast question for Ben? Click the tab on the right, use the Contact button on the app, call 1-877-209-9439, Skype “pacificfit” or use the “” form... but be prepared to wait - we prioritize audio questions over text questions. ----------------------------------------------------- News Flashes: You can receive these News Flashes (and more) every single day, if you follow Ben on , and . I met this guy last month at a conference. . No joke. What do you think? then go find you some nori (e.g. ) Great article on ----------------------------------------------------- Special Announcements: This podcast is brought to you by . Use 20% discount code BEN2014 to grow a third lung. November 17-21, 2014: Ben interviews 23 of the world's leading experts in performance, recovery, nutrition, fat loss, brain, sleep and hormone optimization, and you get a free all-access pass. . Other places you can meet Ben: Oct 25-26 Sacramento Super Spartan, Nov 2-9 London, Nov 9-16 Israel. Go ask your burning Obstacle Racing questions at for the brand new Obstacle Dominator podcast. January 30th - 31st, 2015 - Talise Fitness and Jumeirah Emirates Towers, proudly invite you to take part in an exclusive two day seminar held by the renowned nutrition and fitness expert, best selling author, coach, speaker, ex-bodybuilder and Ironman triathlete, Ben Greenfield. Grab this package that comes with a tech shirt, a beanie and a water bottle. And of course, this week's top iTunes review - gets some BG Fitness swag straight from Ben - ! ----------------------------------------------------- Listener Q&A: As compiled, deciphered, edited and sometimes read by , the Podcast Sidekick and Audio Ninja. Does Food Combining Really Work? Combine asks: Could you talk a little bit about food combining? Does the combination of macro and micro nutrients we put together really matter in terms of fat gain and muscle gain? Does this change if you are eating before, after or in the absence of a workout? In my response I recommend: - - How To Exercise With A Knee Injury Scott asks: His mom has been diagnosed with some severe knee damage due to some genetic problems. She is headed for a knee replacement but she wants to get fit. Is there anything she should be doing in particular? Machines, regimens, suggestions? Ideas like using the elliptical instead of running? In my response I recommend: - podcast - (use $32 discount code "BEN") -Kelly Starrett's "" Book (Voodoo Flossing technique, deep tissue work) - Why Do You Put Fat In Bulletproof Coffee? Nick asks: He is wondering if there is any research that shows that the terpenes in Bulletproof Coffee are more bio-available or highly absorbed or if it is the MCT oil in particular that is causing it? Would half-and-half or heavy cream work better or just as well? In my response I recommend: - How To Jump Farther And Higher Tyler asks: He is wondering about jumping. Is it a skill that most of us haven't properly learned? Do you have any suggestions, resources or tips for effective jump training for both height and distance? He has one surgically repaired ACL and would like to avoid tearing the other one.   How To Handle More Alcohol Alex asks: He is wondering how he can safely start drinking again. His problem is that after a sip or two, he is "blitzed". Doesn't matter if he drinks water or eats before. This has been going on for 10 years. Could the tiny amounts of wine be more harmful to him? How can he learn how to drink? In my response I recommend: - - ----------------------------------------------------- -- And don't forget to go to -- Prior to asking your question, do a search in upper right hand corner of this website for the keywords associated with your question. Many of the questions we receive have already been answered here at Ben Greenfield Fitness! Podcast music from 80s Fitness (Reso Remix) by KOAN Sound. !

Oct 1, 2014 Podcast: Ben's Ultimate Guide To Stretching, Should You Stop Taking Supplements Before A Blood Test, Can Coffee Raise Cholesterol, How To Reset Your Sleep Cycle, and an excerpt of "How To Fix Insomnia" from Chapter 10 of Ben Greenfield's book. Have a podcast question for Ben? Click the tab on the right, use the Contact button on the app, call 1-877-209-9439, Skype “pacificfit” or use the “” form... but be prepared to wait - we prioritize audio questions over text questions. ----------------------------------------------------- News Flashes: You can receive these News Flashes (and more) every single day, if you follow Ben on , and . Here’s a good reason to consider Curious about this new PQQ supplement everybody is talking about? ----------------------------------------------------- Special Announcements: Visit - to get Yuri Elkaim's new All Day Energy Diet cookbook for free (with recipes like hemp balls, natural gatorade and green cappuccino)! This week you get free videos all week long from Yuri, including "The Worn-Out Weight Gain Connection", "How to Kill Cravings" and "How to Make Healthy Eating Stick". October 8-13: Ben will be speaking at the He will be presenting on nutrition myths and alternative methods of fueling Ironman (and Brock will ). Go ask your burning Obstacle Racing questions at for the brand new Obstacle Dominator podcast. January 30th - 31st, 2015 - Talise Fitness and Jumeirah Emirates Towers, proudly invite you to take part in an exclusive two day seminar held by the renowned nutrition and fitness expert, best selling author, coach, speaker, ex-bodybuilder and Ironman triathlete, Ben Greenfield.  Grab this package that comes with a tech shirt, a beanie and a water bottle. And of course, this week's top iTunes review - gets some BG Fitness swag straight from Ben - !  ----------------------------------------------------- Listener Q&A: As compiled, deciphered, edited and sometimes read by , the Podcast Sidekick and Audio Ninja. Ben's Ultimate Guide To Stretching Brandon asks: He wants to know all about stretching. He hears that some people advocate fast stretching, with quick pulses for a neurological effect. Some like stretching for a long period of time to really get to the deep fascia. Which is best and when should you use them? In my response I recommend: - Should You Stop Taking Supplements Before A Blood Test? Brayden asks: He wants to get a complete view of his naturally occurring blood nutrient levels. How long should he wait after he has stopped taking a supplement (Vitamin D) to get his blood tested? In my response I recommend: Can Coffee Raise Cholesterol? Nathan asks: He has heard that the cafestol content in brewed coffee can effect cholesterol levels in a negative fashion. Is there more in arabic vs. robusta beans? Is this issue limited by using a filter? Is this even an issue or is it just another symptom of people misunderstanding of cholesterol? In my response I recommend: How To Reset Your Sleep Cycle Will asks: He has always been a night owl and finds it hard to wake up early. He usually goes to bed at 2am and wakes up at 10am. When he is forced to wake up early he experiences muscle fatigue, absentmindedness, GI issues, and far from optimal functioning. He has tried going to bed early using all kinds of techniques and nothing helps. He just lays there in bed awake. This is an issue with ultra races. The first part of the race is terrible but the back half (when he would normally be awake) he picks up the pace and kills it. In my response I recommend: - -Evening red light and blue blocking glasses (see ) -- This podcast finished with an excerpt of "How To Fix Insomnia" from Chapter 10 of Ben Greenfield's book, as it is released! -- ----------------------------------------------------- -- And don't forget to go to -- Prior to asking your question, do a search in upper right hand corner of this website for the keywords associated with your question. Many of the questions we receive have already been answered here at Ben Greenfield Fitness! Podcast music from 80s Fitness (Reso Remix) by KOAN Sound. !

Sep 17, 2014 Podcast: How Many Calories Do You Burn With Cold Thermogenesis, Dangerous Ingredients In Muscle Rubs, Building Muscle On A Vegan Diet, How To Use A Powerlung, and Autoimmune Issues In Kids. Have a podcast question for Ben? Click the tab on the right, use the Contact button on the app, call 1-877-209-9439, Skype “pacificfit” or use the “” form... but be prepared to wait - we prioritize audio questions over text questions. ----------------------------------------------------- News Flashes: You can receive these News Flashes (and more) every single day, if you follow Ben on , and . ? Could be something to it. This molecule just gets better and better. (I personally take ) ----------------------------------------------------- Special Announcements: Visit - to get Yuri Elkaim's new All Day Energy Diet cookbook for free (with recipes like hemp balls, natural gatorade and green cappuccino)! Visit if you listened to the recent or read the recent article on and you want the VIP Ben Greenfield treatment from the folks at GotHunts! September 21-23: Ben will be speaking at - where astronauts, technologists, screenwriters, CEO’s, educators and more, will assemble in the picturesque Green Mountains of Vermont to take up a crucial call to action to end inactivity and obesity in the U.S.. Imagine Ted Talks meets Davos meets the National Geographic Channel. Vibrant fall foliage, fresh farm to table cuisine and world-class sommelier-curated wine lists are a bonus of this exclusive summit. If you want to connect, share, learn, have the time of your life AND change the world... get invited by requesting an invitation in the efforts to lead 300 million Americans towards positive choices, healthy living, and simple, sustained changes that will change their lives. September 25-27: Ben will be presenting at . Inspired by the teachings of the Weston A. Price Foundation, this event explores the core principals of how traditional diets can contribute to health, wellness, and longevity. September 26-28: Ben will be speaking at - Dave Asprey has decided to extend the pre-sale ticket price of $400 until this Friday, August 1st. Dave is stacking this year’s event with an all-star speaker lineup of bestselling authors… entrepreneurs… Olympic athletes… nutritionists… world-class biohackers... and more... Plus, an interactive expo of the latest biohacking ‘tech’ – including cutting-edge gear designed to get you into hyper-productive “flow” state, courtesy of the Flow Genome Project. And YES, that means Dave is making sure all the best ‘toys’ are on display in one place – and you get to play with them… October 8-13: Ben will be speaking at the He will be presenting on nutrition myths and alternative methods of fueling Ironman (and Brock will ). Go ask your burning Obstacle Racing questions at for the brand new Obstacle Dominator podcast. Grab this package that comes with a tech shirt, a beanie and a water bottle. And of course, this week's top iTunes review - gets some BG Fitness swag straight from Ben - ! ----------------------------------------------------- Listener Q&A: As compiled, deciphered, edited and sometimes read by , the Podcast Sidekick and Audio Ninja. How Many Calories Do You Burn With Cold Thermogenesis? Jared asks: He has been searching all over the net for the specific amounts of calories that are burned in an hour long session of all the different forms of Cold Thermogenesis. In my response I recommend: - - Autoimmune Issues In Kids Andrew asks: His 4-year-old son has itchy skin (visibly fine) and a persistent cough (for 3 years now). He also has "insane mood swings". He eats a real food diet (with some fruits and starches). He has tested positive for mould sensitivity. They dealt with as much mould as possible. They live in Australia so they can't get tests without going through their doctor. What would you suggest they get tested? In my response I recommend: - - - - - Building Muscle On A Vegan Diet Mark asks: He is looking for a soy free, vegan, muscle building program. He is a vegan athlete looking to put on some muscle. What food, meal plan, nutrition, supplements that would you recommend to put on some muscle? In my response I recommend: - - - or - or - How To Use A Powerlung Michael asks: He wants to go "beyond training" with a Powerlung. He has read the book and listened to the . In it you said you use it twice a week but the instructions say to use it twice a day. What is the best way to use the Powerlung to get maximum benefit? Best sets and reps? Best rest? Should he use it in the morning or will that effect his run or spinning session? Is it better to use after a training session? Should he use it under a cold shower doing static lunges, with a weighted vest, being hooked to am EMS device with training bands on his legs to build up extra lactic acid while reading your book? In my response I recommend: -  - + -- - use BEN2014 to get a 20% discount - - - - podcast - book - book Dangerous Ingredients In Muscle Rubs Mori asks: He came up with an ointment made up of coconut oil, topical magnesium and caffeine. He has been rubbing it on his sore knees, ankles and calves and it seems to be helping. He got the idea from a dream he had... do you think it really is helping or is it all in his head? In my response I recommend: - - - (15% discount code 80244)- ----------------------------------------------------- -- And don't forget to go to -- Prior to asking your question, do a search in upper right hand corner of this website for the keywords associated with your question. Many of the questions we receive have already been answered here at Ben Greenfield Fitness! 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Sep 10, 2014 Podcast: 5 Ways To Have More Energy At Work, Can Cigarettes Enhance Performance?, The Best Ways To Increase Grip Strength & More! Have a podcast question for Ben? Click the tab on the right, use the Contact button on the app, call 1-877-209-9439, Skype “pacificfit” or use the “” form... but be prepared to wait - we prioritize audio questions over text questions. ----------------------------------------------------- News Flashes: You can get these News Flashes hot off the presses if you follow Ben on , and . Nice - (I drink a glass a day). ----------------------------------------------------- Special Announcements: Visit - to get Yuri Elkaim's new All Day Energy Diet cookbook for free (with recipes like hemp balls, natural gatorade and green cappuccino)! Visit if you listened to the recent or read the recent article on and you want the VIP Ben Greenfield treatment from the folks at GotHunts! September 21-23: Ben will be speaking at - where astronauts, technologists, screenwriters, CEO’s, educators and more, will assemble in the picturesque Green Mountains of Vermont to take up a crucial call to action to end inactivity and obesity in the U.S.. Imagine Ted Talks meets Davos meets the National Geographic Channel. Vibrant fall foliage, fresh farm to table cuisine and world-class sommelier-curated wine lists are a bonus of this exclusive summit. If you want to connect, share, learn, have the time of your life AND change the world... get invited by requesting an invitation in the efforts to lead 300 million Americans towards positive choices, healthy living, and simple, sustained changes that will change their lives. September 25-27: Ben will be presenting at . Inspired by the teachings of the Weston A. Price Foundation, this event explores the core principals of how traditional diets can contribute to health, wellness, and longevity. September 26-28: Ben will be speaking at - Dave Asprey has decided to extend the pre-sale ticket price of $400 until this Friday, August 1st. Dave is stacking this year’s event with an all-star speaker lineup of bestselling authors… entrepreneurs… Olympic athletes… nutritionists… world-class biohackers... and more... Plus, an interactive expo of the latest biohacking ‘tech’ – including cutting-edge gear designed to get you into hyper-productive “flow” state, courtesy of the Flow Genome Project. And YES, that means Dave is making sure all the best ‘toys’ are on display in one place – and you get to play with them… October 8-13: Ben will be speaking at the He will be presenting on nutrition myths and alternative methods of fueling Ironman (and Brock will ). Go ask your burning Obstacle Racing questions at for the brand new Obstacle Dominator podcast. Grab this package that comes with a tech shirt, a beanie and a water bottle. And of course, this week's top iTunes review - gets some BG Fitness swag straight from Ben - !  ----------------------------------------------------- Listener Q&A: As compiled, deciphered, edited and sometimes read by , the Podcast Sidekick and Audio Ninja. Testimonial from Jack: Started off the year using (second year on this plan) to prepare for early season races. Switched to the 12 weeks out from my yearly half. Used the tools and protocols in the book alongside the plan and adapted the race nutrition protocol to fit my sensitive stomach (GI meltdown the last time). In a downpour most of the race, last Sunday I had a PR in each leg and an overall PR by 28 min for my first sub 5:30 half. Felt great all day (probably could have pushed even harder) and now enjoying a smooth recovery. Love the Beyond Training concepts - can race fast while not cheating family and work or destroy the body. 5 Ways To Have More Energy At Work Darren asks: He has been working 8 hour work days for years now and is about to start a job where 12 hour work days are common. Do you have any tips on how to improve stamina and endurance at work or energy management during the work day? In my response I recommend: 1) Block WiFi (watch my ), which includes: - - - - - - - (use code BEN15 for discount) -2) Standing Workstation (read this article on ) 3) Compression socks or tights and inversion poses 4) Smart drugs such as , , or 5) Lots and lots of good water, including . Can Cigarettes Enhance Performance? Matt asks: He is an ex-smoker (quit years and years ago) but recently he has been having the occasional cigarette (1 or 2 here every couple weeks/month). Is it possible that low dosing with cigarettes could have an hormetic effect on training? He is not planning to use cigarettes as a training protocol for his upcoming Ironman but he has noticed a decrease in his resting heart rate and an increase in his sprinting ability (especially in the pool).   Can Dehydration Cause Arthritis? Richard asks: He is in his early 40s, follows a low carb/paleo diet and has osteoarthritis in both hips (is heading in for total hip replacement surgery in 2015). He is wondering what you think of Dr Jack Kruse's idea that arthritis is caused by dehydration? In Robb Wolfe's last podcast he and Paul Jaminet suggested that restricting carbs could lead to dehydration; impacting mucus production, cartilage, synovial fluid, etc... what do you think?   Eyes Watering During Exercise Ellie asks: Sometimes while she runs, one of her eyes will water and tear continuously. One steady tear, just in one eye. What could be causing that? In my response I recommend: - The Best Ways To Increase Grip Strength Wilmer asks: He has been lifting progressively heavier and heavier weights over the last few months but he can't seem to hold a grip on the weights. What devices and exercises do you recommend to improve grip and wrist strength?   ----------------------------------------------------- -- And don't forget to go to -- Prior to asking your question, do a search in upper right hand corner of this website for the keywords associated with your question. Many of the questions we receive have already been answered here at Ben Greenfield Fitness! Podcast music from 80s Fitness (Reso Remix) by KOAN Sound. ! -----------------------------------------------------

September, 2014 Podcast: Titles titles titles... Have a podcast question for Ben? Click the tab on the right, use the Contact button on the app, call 1-877-209-9439, Skype “pacificfit” or use the “” form... but be prepared to wait - we prioritize audio questions over text questions. ----------------------------------------------------- News Flashes: You can get these News Flashes hot off the presses if you follow Ben on , and . Want to get smarter? . Standing also makes you smarter. You can use code “BEN” to get $40 off their and you can use code “GREENFIELD” to get $20 off the . Goes to show you can dose with a pretty freaking huge amount of carbs before you “get fat”. ----------------------------------------------------- Special Announcements: Visit to get Yuri Elkaim's new All Day Energy Diet cookbook for free (with recipes like hemp balls, natural gatorade and green cappuccino)! September 21-23: Ben will be speaking at - where astronauts, technologists, screenwriters, CEO’s, educators and more, will assemble in the picturesque Green Mountains of Vermont to take up a crucial call to action to end inactivity and obesity in the U.S.. Imagine Ted Talks meets Davos meets the National Geographic Channel. Vibrant fall foliage, fresh farm to table cuisine and world-class sommelier-curated wine lists are a bonus of this exclusive summit. If you want to connect, share, learn, have the time of your life AND change the world... get invited by requesting an invitation in the efforts to lead 300 million Americans towards positive choices, healthy living, and simple, sustained changes that will change their lives. September 25-27: Ben will be presenting at . Inspired by the teachings of the Weston A. Price Foundation, this event explores the core principals of how traditional diets can contribute to health, wellness, and longevity. September 26-28: Ben will be speaking at - Dave Asprey has decided to extend the pre-sale ticket price of $400 until this Friday, August 1st. Dave is stacking this year’s event with an all-star speaker lineup of bestselling authors… entrepreneurs… Olympic athletes… nutritionists… world-class biohackers... and more... Plus, an interactive expo of the latest biohacking ‘tech’ – including cutting-edge gear designed to get you into hyper-productive “flow” state, courtesy of the Flow Genome Project. And YES, that means Dave is making sure all the best ‘toys’ are on display in one place – and you get to play with them… October 8-13: Ben will be speaking at the He will be presenting on nutrition myths and alternative methods of fueling Ironman (and Brock will *hopefully* ). Go ask your burning Obstacle Racing questions at for the brand new Obstacle Dominator podcast. Grab this package that comes with a tech shirt, a beanie and a water bottle. And of course, this week's top iTunes review - gets some BG Fitness swag straight from Ben - ! ----------------------------------------------------- Listener Q&A: As compiled, deciphered, edited and sometimes read by , the Podcast Sidekick and Audio Ninja. How To Know If Fitness and Nutrition Research Is Good Sceptic asks: He recently heard that one scientific journal retracted 60 papers after details of a “peer review ring” came to light and the journal Nature recently retracted two papers involving stem cells. So he is wondering, what are the most important things to look for when you’re reading a study or looking at research to figure out whether it’s actually good research or whether you can trust the conclusions? In my response I recommend: - Natural Remedies for Tinnitus Theresa asks: She wants to know what you know about tinnitus. What makes your ears ring incessantly during the day and into the evening? She is approaching 50 years old and the ringing is getting worse. Do you have any suggestions on how to quiet the inner noise that is happening in her ears? In my response I recommend: What To Eat Before An Afternoon or Evening Race Jeff asks: He is running the Las Vegas half marathon which is run at night. Most races are in the morning and he has that fuelling dialed in but doesn't know how much or what to eat before an afternoon or night race. He is looking for "wise council" from both of us. In my response I recommend: - Abnormal Heart Rhythms During Exercise Fred asks: He is 66 and has always prided himself on having a low heart rate but now he has found out that he has an Atrial Fibrillation. He is wondering if he can still train/exercise with a heart that has A-Fib? Now he doesn't know when he gets out of breath if it is the fibrillation or his age or just if he is out of shape. In my response I recommend: - How To Know If You Have Toxins Lawrence asks: He does a twice daily 9 mile bicycle commute in pretty heavy traffic. The rides are often the highlight of his day and he also feels that they counteract an otherwise sedentary lifestyle. He is not afraid to ride in traffic but he is afraid of the environmental toxins that he may be exposed to during the ride. What lab tests should he get to find out if he has been exposed. He looks forward to hearing your response during one of his commutes - don't worry be uses bone conducting earphones not earbuds. In my response I recommend: - - - -Most of the kits by Doctor’s Data deal with toxic metals, elements, etc. If you go to the main site you do a search for each individual specialty lab’s tests. US Biotek: -Environmental Pollutants-USBiotek KIT $209: Urine analysis for assessment of exposure to common environmental and occupational chemicals. -Urinary Metabolic Profile+Environmental Pollutants-USBiotek KIT $349: Assessment of organic acids, aromatic solvent metabolites, phthalate metabolites, and parabens in urine. However, to order either one of the US Biotek kits, you must call in the order because USBiotek does not want their kits on the DirectLabs website. RealTime Labs: -Mycotoxin Panel, Total-RTL Kit $699: Used to detect mycotoxins which are toxins produced by fungi. -Aflatoxin Group, urine-RTL KIT $250 :Measures Aflatoxin levels. -Ochratoxin Group (A)-RTL Kit $250: Potentially carcinogenic (cancer producing) to humans. Found in food samples and in food storage areas. BioHealth: -Clostridium difficile: Colitis Toxins A & B-BioHealth KIT $109: Assesses whether or not diarrhea is caused by Clostridium Difficile ----------------------------------------------------- -- And don't forget to go to -- Prior to asking your question, do a search in upper right hand corner of this website for the keywords associated with your question. Many of the questions we receive have already been answered here at Ben Greenfield Fitness! Podcast music from 80s Fitness (Reso Remix) by KOAN Sound. !

Aug 13, 2014 Podcast: Five Fitness Tips For Newlyweds, Using Jack Daniel's Running Formula, Morning vs. Evening Workouts, Benefits of Protein Fasting, and How To Fix Bad Posture From Working On A Computer. Have a podcast question for Ben? Click the tab on the right, use the Contact button on the app, call 1-877-209-9439, Skype “pacificfit” or use the “” form... but be prepared to wait - we prioritize audio questions over text questions. ----------------------------------------------------- News Flashes: You can get these News Flashes hot off the presses if you follow Ben on , and . Female? Triathlete? You could be it trouble. ----------------------------------------------------- Special Announcements: Lots of premium podcast episodes are getting released lately - including audio chapters of Beyond Training, an interview with MyLapka designer, and much more. September 21-23: Ben will be speaking at - where astronauts, technologists, screenwriters, CEO’s, educators and more, will assemble in the picturesque Green Mountains of Vermont to take up a crucial call to action to end inactivity and obesity in the U.S.. Imagine Ted Talks meets Davos meets the National Geographic Channel. Vibrant fall foliage, fresh farm to table cuisine and world-class sommelier-curated wine lists are a bonus of this exclusive summit. If you want to connect, share, learn, have the time of your life AND change the world... get invited by requesting an invitation in the efforts to lead 300 million Americans towards positive choices, healthy living, and simple, sustained changes that will change their lives. September 25-27: Ben will be presenting at . Inspired by the teachings of the Weston A. Price Foundation, this event explores the core principals of how traditional diets can contribute to health, wellness, and longevity. September 26-28: Ben will be speaking at - Dave Asprey has decided to extend the pre-sale ticket price of $400 until this Friday, August 1st. Dave is stacking this year’s event with an all-star speaker lineup of bestselling authors… entrepreneurs… Olympic athletes… nutritionists… world-class biohackers... and more... Plus, an interactive expo of the latest biohacking ‘tech’ – including cutting-edge gear designed to get you into hyper-productive “flow” state, courtesy of the Flow Genome Project. And YES, that means Dave is making sure all the best ‘toys’ are on display in one place – and you get to play with them… October 8-13: Ben will be speaking at the He will be presenting on nutrition myths and alternative methods of fueling Ironman (and Brock will *hopefully* ) If you want that , it has only been sold to plastic surgeons, doctors and medspas for the past 5 years. But this transdermal collagen mask and serum is being made available exclusively to Ben Greenfield Fitness Subscribers for $300 below the doctor price with FREE overnight shipping! . You can also get the The Rock Star Triathlete Academy has relaunched with a lifestyle membership card! Go ask your burning Obstacle Racing questions at for the brand new Obstacle Dominator podcast. Grab this package that comes with a tech shirt, a beanie and a water bottle. And of course, this week's top iTunes review - gets some BG Fitness swag straight from Ben - ! ----------------------------------------------------- Listener Q&A: As compiled, deciphered, edited and sometimes read by , the Podcast Sidekick and Audio Ninja. Five Fitness Tips For Newlyweds Robbie asks: He is calling on behalf of your biggest fan (and his soon to be wed brother) Marco. He and Marco's fiancé Jasmine are wondering what your top marriage tips are for someone who loves all things triathlon, nutrition and Ben Greenfield. In my response I recommend: - Using Jack Daniel's Running Formula Ignacio asks: He keeps reading and hearing that a lot of ultra trail runners train based on Elevation & Time rather than based on Distance. He is currently training for a rather hilly 50k trail run and would like to know the best way to incorporate elevation and time into his training? In my response I recommend: - Morning vs. Evening Workouts Rick asks: He knows from listening to the podcast that working out in the afternoon is optimal but if he must workout in the morning, what are the factors he needs to consider to optimize that morning workout? In my response I recommend: - Benefits of Protein Fasting Troy asks: He has heard that eating less than 15 grams of protein in a day can activate certain detox pathways. He couldn't find any scientific research on it but he has heard that you should do "protein fasting" once a week. What do you think? How often should you do it and what are the benefits or doing it? In my response I recommend: - or How To Fix Bad Posture From Working On A Computer Rachel asks: She has very bad posture ever since she was in university from slumping over at a desk. It seems really impossible for her to reverse. She doesn't know if it is from lower back muscle disuse or what... but what do you recommend for fixing bad posture?   ----------------------------------------------------- -- And don't forget to go to -- Prior to asking your question, do a search in upper right hand corner of this website for the keywords associated with your question. Many of the questions we receive have already been answered here at Ben Greenfield Fitness! Podcast music from 80s Fitness (Reso Remix) by KOAN Sound. !

July 30, 2014 Podcast: Dizziness During Exercise, Combining Heat Acclimation And Cold Thermogenesis, Can Eating Slow Increase Food Absorption, Lucid Dreaming Detox, and How To Use Infrared Therapy. Have a podcast question for Ben? Click the tab on the right, use the Contact button on the app, call 1-877-209-9439, Skype “pacificfit” or use the “” form...but be prepared to wait - we prioritize audio questions over text questions. ----------------------------------------------------- News Flashes: You can get these News Flashes hot off the presses if you follow Ben on , and . Very insightful observations on Contrary to popular belief… - it actually bulletproofs you against it! Here’s a good rule to follow: ----------------------------------------------------- Special Announcements: Lots of premium podcast episodes are getting released lately, including audio chapters of Beyond Training, an interview with MyLapka designer, and much more. September 21-23: Ben will be speaking at , where astronauts, technologists, screenwriters, CEO’s, educators and more, will assemble in the picturesque Green Mountains of Vermont to take up a crucial call to action to end inactivity and obesity in the U.S.. Imagine Ted Talks meets Davos meets the National Geographic Channel. Vibrant fall foliage, fresh farm to table cuisine and world-class sommelier-curated wine lists are a bonus of this exclusive summit. If you want to connect, share, learn, have the time of your life AND change the world…get invited by requesting an invitation in the efforts to lead 300 million Americans towards positive choices, healthy living, and simple, sustained changes that will change their lives. September 25-27: Ben will be presenting at . Inspired by the teachings of the Weston A. Price Foundation, this event explores the core principals of how traditional diets can contribute to health, wellness, and longevity. September 26-28: Ben will be speaking at - Dave Asprey has decided to extend the pre-sale ticket price of $400 until this Friday, August 1st. Dave is stacking this year’s event with an all-star speaker lineup of bestselling authors… entrepreneurs… Olympic athletes… nutritionists… world-class biohackers… and more… Plus, an interactive expo of the latest biohacking ‘tech’ – including cutting-edge gear designed to get you into hyper-productive “flow” state, courtesy of the Flow Genome Project. And YES, that means Dave is making sure all the best ‘toys’ are on display in one place – and you get to play with them… October 8-13: Ben will be speaking at the He will be presenting on nutrition myths and alternative methods of fueling Ironman (and Brock will *hopefully* ) If you want that , it has only been sold to plastic surgeons, doctors and medspas for the past 5 years. But this transdermal collagen mask and serum is being made available exclusively to Ben Greenfield Fitness Subscribers for $300 below the doctor price with FREE overnight shipping! . You can also get the The Rock Star Triathlete Academy has relaunched with a lifestyle membership card! Go ask your burning Obstacle Racing questions at for the brand new Obstacle Dominator podcast. Grab this package that comes with a tech shirt, a beanie and a water bottle. And of course, this week's top iTunes review - gets some BG Fitness swag straight from Ben - ! ----------------------------------------------------- Listener Q&A: As compiled, deciphered, edited and sometimes read by , the Podcast Sidekick and Audio Ninja. Dizziness During Exercise Brian asks: He gets lightheaded at the gym sometimes. Usually when he is doing weighted lunges. Is this a bad thing? Is it dangerous? He would of course rather not have it happen, but is it something to worry about?   Combining Heat Acclimation And Cold Thermogenesis HotandCold asks: He has seen a lot of information about becoming heat acclimated and about ice baths and cold showers but not a lot about how to prepare yourself for a race that may start off in very cold water but end with a very hot run. How can you prepare and adapt for extreme temperature fluctuation? Does training for one temperature negate training for the other? In my response I recommend: - - Can Eating Slow Increase Food Absorption? Laura asks: When she and her boyfriend finish a workout they both have a protein shake or a green smoothie. He downs his in 2 or 3 gulps while she sips hers for 30 minutes. She likes to think that the slower you drink it the better your body can absorb it. Is that true or should she try to chug it?   Lucid Dreaming Detox Ben asks: He has stopped wearing his Superhuman Encoder to bed because it gives him bad dreams. He Tweeted you about it and you mentioned something about a detox... but he hasn't been able to find any more info about it. Could you explain what might be happening and why he is getting the nightmares? In my response I recommend: - - - How To Use Infrared Therapy Peter asks: He knows that you like to use a red light in the bedroom before you go to sleep and he understand why. He is colourblind and cannot see red. Will he still get the beneficial effects from using a red light or does it rely on you being able to see that part of the spectrum? In my response I recommend: - - ----------------------------------------------------- -- And don't forget to go to -- Prior to asking your question, do a search in upper right hand corner of this website for the keywords associated with your question. Many of the questions we receive have already been answered here at Ben Greenfield Fitness! Podcast music from 80s Fitness (Reso Remix) by KOAN Sound. !

July 23, 2014 Podcast: 3 Ways To Keep Injuries From Piling Up, Is Deli Meat Healthy, How To Defat Bone Broth, Is Powdered Peanut Butter Healthy, How To Maximize Performance in Fire Gear, and Where To Find Beyond Training Audiobook. Have a podcast question for Ben? Click the tab on the right, use the Contact button on the app, call 1-877-209-9439, Skype “pacificfit” or use the “” form...but be prepared to wait - we prioritize audio questions over text questions. ----------------------------------------------------- News Flashes: You can get these News Flashes hot off the presses if you follow Ben on , and . Fat loss pills? More Crossfit? Intermittent fasting? This is pretty cool. Increasing your heart rate variability and decrease heart rate arrhythmias - ----------------------------------------------------- Special Announcements: Ben Greenfield will be speaking at , - Dave Asprey is stacking this year’s event with an all-star speaker lineup of bestselling authors… entrepreneurs… Olympic athletes… nutritionists… world-class biohackers… and more… Plus, an interactive expo of the latest biohacking ‘tech’ – including cutting-edge gear designed to get you into hyper-productive “flow” state, courtesy of the Flow Genome Project. And YES, that means Dave is making sure all the best ‘toys’ are on display in one place – and you get to play with them… The Rock Star Triathlete Academy has relaunched with a lifestyle membership card! Check out the Ben will be speaking on nutrition myths and alternative methods of fueling Ironman (and Brock will *hopefully* ) Go ask your burning Obstacle Racing questions at for the brand new Obstacle Dominator podcast. Grab this package that comes with a tech shirt, a beanie and a water bottle. And of course, this week's top iTunes review - gets some BG Fitness swag straight from Ben - ! ----------------------------------------------------- Listener Q&A: As compiled, deciphered, edited and sometimes read by , the Podcast Sidekick and Audio Ninja. 3 Ways To Keep Injuries From Piling Up Liz asks: She is an avid long course triathlete that was diagnosed with a partial tear in her plantar fascia just two weeks before her A-Race. She can still swim and bike but she has to wear a moveable walking boot for 3 months in order to keep her toes from bending back and to let fascia heal. What can she do to stop the awkward gait of the walking boot from causing problems elsewhere on her body? In my response I recommend: - - Is Deli Meat Healthy? Donald asks: He is wondering how healthy (or unhealthy) are those big circular, pressed together, deli ham, turkey and other meats that you see at Walmart and stores like that. Could that be a quick way to get some meat before or after the gym? They seem a little too good to be true.   How To Defat Bone Broth Dave asks: He just made his first batch of bone broth and it is super delicious. He has noticed that when he puts it in the fridge it gets a quarter inch of what looks like pure fat on the top of it. He has been heating it up and mixing the fat back in and eating it. Is that the right thing to do? In my response I recommend: - Is Powdered Peanut Butter Healthy? Elyse asks: What do you think about dehydrated peanut butters that have all the fat removed before they are packaged? Is this better or worse than regular peanut butter?   How To Maximize Performance in Fire Gear Jim asks: He was just hired by the fire department. He is currently in training all day, wearing the protective gear. It really keeps the heat in and causes him to sweat more than he ever has before. It also weighs about 80lbs and most days he can feel his legs (and other parts of his body) start to cramp up. What can he do to maximize his performance in this situation? In my response I recommend: - - - - Where To Find Beyond Training Audiobook Charles asks: He purchased the Kindle version of Beyond Training and is wondering where the alluded to "audio version" of the book is? He has called Audible a couple times and they say that it does not exist. Where can he find it? In my response I recommend: - ----------------------------------------------------- -- And don't forget to go to -- Prior to asking your question, do a search in upper right hand corner of this website for the keywords associated with your question. Many of the questions we receive have already been answered here at Ben Greenfield Fitness! Podcast music from 80s Fitness (Reso Remix) by KOAN Sound. !

July 16, 2014 Podcast: 5 Ways To Get Fit With an iTunes Gift Card, How To Workout If Your Hands Are Broken, Why A Vegan Diet Helped Bill Clinton, Natural Remedies for Alopecia, and Standing Lawn Mower Fitness. Have a podcast question for Ben? Click the tab on the right, use the Contact button on the app, call 1-877-209-9439, Skype “pacificfit” or use the “” form...but be prepared to wait - we prioritize audio questions over text questions. ----------------------------------------------------- News Flashes: You can get these News Flashes hot off the presses if you follow Ben on , and . I love crazy Kickstarters - Yet another use for ----------------------------------------------------- Special Announcements: The Rock Star Triathlete Academy has relaunched with a lifestyle membership card! Check out the Ben will be speaking on nutrition myths and alternative methods of fueling Ironman. Go ask your burning Obstacle Racing questions at for the brand new Obstacle Dominator podcast. Grab this package that comes with a tech shirt, a beanie and a water bottle. And of course, this week's top iTunes review - gets some BG Fitness swag straight from Ben - ! ----------------------------------------------------- Listener Q&A: As compiled, deciphered, edited and sometimes read by , the Podcast Sidekick and Audio Ninja. 5 Ways To Get Fit With an iTunes Gift Card Tim asks: He was given a VERY generous gift of a $1000 gift card for iTunes from one of his customers. He wants to know what we would spend it on. What health, wellness or fitness apps - high end or low end - would we buy? In my response I recommend: - - - - How To Workout If Your Hands Are Broken Lee asks: Two weeks ago he broke both of his hands in a bicycle accident (went over the handlebars) and is now looking for ways to exercise and stay in shape. He is a triathlete who also lift weights, rock climbs and plays racquetball - all things that involve grip strength which he no longer has. In my response I recommend: -Leg exercises and even Zercher squats -Flies, pullovers, cables -Contralateral training - Why A Vegan Diet Helped Bill Clinton Bob asks: He wants to know why people like Bill Clinton and George W. Bush seem to have health improvements after they switch from a meat based diet to a vegan or vegetarian diet. Why do you think that happens? In my response I recommend: -My book chapter on Natural Remedies for Alopecia Eyebrows asks: He recently ran his first marathon. While he was training he lost his eyebrows and was diagnosed with alopecia. The doc said it was likely from the stress of training for the race but he topped out at 35 miles per week so he doesn't think the training caused it. Right now he is getting shots every month to stimulate hair growth (seems like a band aid solution) but is looking for other ways to deal with the autoimmune problem. He eats mostly paleo but with a few carbs and some dairy. In my response I recommend: - - Standing Lawn Mower Fitness Jeff asks: He has a unique standing workstation which is attached to a large commercial mower. It's like lawn surfing. He is in constant movement - hips, knees and feet all moving and shaking. How would he take this kind of "exercise" (he does feel fatigued at the end of the day) into account when training for a marathon? In my response I recommend: -Compression -Inversion -Vibration - ----------------------------------------------------- -- And don't forget to go to -- Prior to asking your question, do a search in upper right hand corner of this website for the keywords associated with your question. Many of the questions we receive have already been answered here at Ben Greenfield Fitness! Podcast music from 80s Fitness (Reso Remix) by KOAN Sound. !

July 9, 2014 Podcast: What Is The Best Way To Eat Eggs, Gelatin vs. Collagen, Better Sleep for New Mothers, Foam Roller 101, and Germs on Water Fountains. Have a podcast question for Ben? Click the tab on the right, use the Contact button on the app, call 1-877-209-9439, Skype “pacificfit” or use the “” form...but be prepared to wait - we prioritize audio questions over text questions. ----------------------------------------------------- News Flashes: You can get these News Flashes hot off the presses if you follow Ben on , and . Hilarious. ----------------------------------------------------- Special Announcements: The Rock Star Triathlete Academy has relaunched with a lifestyle membership card! Check out the Ben will be speaking on nutrition myths and alternative methods of fueling Ironman. Go ask your burning Obstacle Racing questions at for the brand new Obstacle Dominator podcast. Grab this package that comes with a tech shirt, a beanie and a water bottle. And of course, this week's top iTunes review - gets some BG Fitness swag straight from Ben - ! ----------------------------------------------------- Listener Q&A: As compiled, deciphered, edited and sometimes read by , the Podcast Sidekick and Audio Ninja. What Is The Best Way To Eat Eggs? Andrew asks: He is following a hypertrophy diet right now and is eating 4 eggs cooked in coconut oil every day for breakfast. He likes his eggs scrambled but has heard that scrambling eggs can introduce oxygen that along with the heat from cooking, can oxidize the cholesterol in the eggs and create free radicals that are detrimental to health. What is the best way to eat eggs?   Gelatin vs. Collagen Gelatin asks: He is wanting to use something other than bone broth to heal his gut. Which would be the best substitute: , or . What would be the differences? Is there any truth to Dave Asprey's claims that his collagen is produced in a way that leaves the peptides intact and provides more collagen than bone broth.   Better Sleep for New Mothers Jenn asks: She just had a baby 6 weeks ago (and also has a 2 year old). Needless to say she is not getting good sleep at night and is not able to nap during the day. Is there anything she can take/do at night to help the little sleep she does get be more restorative? Or is there something she can use during the day to have more energy? In my response I recommend: - Foam Roller 101 Joe asks: His personal trainer has been telling him to foam roll but he finds it very painful. His trainer says it will get easier and hurt less with time. What is your opinion and how/why does it get easier and less painful? In my response I recommend: - Germs on Water Fountains KJ asks: What is more sanitary? The water fountain or the water faucet at the gym? He has heard that you shouldn't drink out of a water fountain but is it any more sanitary to use the faucet in the locker room instead?   ----------------------------------------------------- -- And don't forget to go to -- Prior to asking your question, do a search in upper right hand corner of this website for the keywords associated with your question. Many of the questions we receive have already been answered here at Ben Greenfield Fitness! Podcast music from 80s Fitness (Reso Remix) by KOAN Sound. !

July 2, 2014 Podcast: Is The Potato Diet Healthy, How To Biohack Your Office, How Much Liver Is Too Much, Natural Remedies for Receding Gums, and Itchy Skin After Hard Workouts. Have a podcast question for Ben? Click the tab on the right, use the Contact button on the app, call 1-877-209-9439, Skype “pacificfit” or use the “” form...but be prepared to wait - we prioritize audio questions over text questions. ----------------------------------------------------- News Flashes: You can get these News Flashes hot off the presses if you follow Ben on , and . This is super interesting. Can a big steak before bed help you sleep? Wrong kind of protein. Interesting. ----------------------------------------------------- Special Announcements: Check out the Ben will be speaking on nutrition myths and alternative methods of fueling Ironman. Get a Weehoo bike trailer in this giveaway at the Ben Greenfield Fitness Facebook page as part of the "Grow Tiny Superhumans" book launch! Go ask your burning Obstacle Racing questions at for the brand new Obstacle Dominator podcast. Grab this package that comes with a tech shirt, a beanie and a water bottle. And of course, this week's top iTunes review - gets some BG Fitness swag straight from Ben - ! ----------------------------------------------------- Listener Q&A: As compiled, deciphered, edited and sometimes read by , the Podcast Sidekick and Audio Ninja. Is The Potato Diet Healthy Becky asks: She had to have her wisdom teeth removed and ended up being on an all mashed potato diet for a few days. During that time, she felt very healthy and fast and ended up losing a bit of weight that week as well. She has heard of people going on a "potato fast" and is wondering what you think about it and the research? It seems frugal and healthy... especially considering her Irish ancestry.   How To Biohack Your Office Heather asks: She recently got her first "office job" in many years (cubicles, dirty electricity, EMF, wifi) and is looking for guidance. If you, Ben, were forced to work in an office, what would you bring with you into the office to help mitigate the toxins. Can you walk through a day of "What Ben Would Do" in an office job? In my response I recommend: - - - - - - - - - (use 10% discount code BEN at EnergyBits.com) -My "" book with bonus EMF video How Much Liver Is Too Much? Kathy asks: She has been taking desiccated liver powder (instead of organ meat) for a while now and is feeling good. Is it safe to take it everyday? She knows that you should only eat organ meats 1 or 2 times a week but does this also apply to the powder? In my response I recommend: - - Natural Remedies for Receding Gums Matt asks: His wife just had a Free Soft Tissue grab with her dentist to fix some gum recession. He also has some gum recession and is hoping to avoid the same procedure. Do you know of any supplements or techniques he can use to regrow his gums... or is he just out of luck? He has been trying liposomal Coq10 with his eggs at breakfast (taken with a fatty meal). In my response I recommend: - Itchy Skin After Hard Workouts Skyler asks: Where ever she does a mildly intense workout (20min of kettle bells or a little running speed work) she has a lot of trouble sleeping at night. Her body gets wired and she is itching in her skin. What is going on with her nervous system that is causing this and what can she do about it? In my response I recommend: - ----------------------------------------------------- -- And don't forget to go to -- Prior to asking your question, do a search in upper right hand corner of this website for the keywords associated with your question. Many of the questions we receive have already been answered here at Ben Greenfield Fitness! Podcast music from 80s Fitness (Reso Remix) by KOAN Sound. !

June 25, 2014 Podcast: What's The Healthiest Way To Tan, How To Biohack Getting Ripped, The Best Exercise To Get Fat Adapted, Can You Get Fitter Without Exercising, Does Zone 1 Training Affect Recovery, Can Electrical Stimulation Help Bones Heal Faster? Have a podcast question for Ben? Click the tab on the right, use the Contact button on the app, call 1-877-209-9439, Skype “pacificfit” or use the “” form...but be prepared to wait - we prioritize audio questions over text questions. ----------------------------------------------------- News Flashes: You can get these News Flashes hot off the presses if you follow Ben on , and . This is kinda cool. (e.g. Ironman!). ----------------------------------------------------- Special Announcements: -Check out the Ben will be speaking on nutrition myths and alternative methods of fueling Ironman. - has dropped international shipping rates by 1/2 to 1/3. -Go ask your burning Obstacle Racing questions at for the brand new Obstacle Dominator podcast! -Grab this package that comes with a tech shirt, a beanie and a water bottle. And of course, this week's top iTunes review - gets some BG Fitness swag straight from Ben - ! ----------------------------------------------------- Listener Q&A: As compiled, deciphered, edited and sometimes read by , the Podcast Sidekick and Audio Ninja. What's The Healthiest Way To Tan Celia asks: She stopped tanning in the sun about 10 years ago because of all the sun spots she was getting on her chest, arms and legs. She uses sun screen while running and gardening but would really like to look tanned again. Do you know what the safest way to chemically tan is? Spray on at a shop or any of the over the counter products? In my response I recommend: - -- How To Biohack Getting Ripped Handsome asks: If you were preparing for a 1-2 day photo shoot, what would you do in preparation? He wants to look as lean and awesome as possible. Would you do a carb depletion and repletion in the week leading up to it? What would the training look like? Then, after the shoot, what would you do to make sure you continue looking as good as possible for as long as possible? In my response I recommend: - (use 50% discount code MSTBG09) The Best Exercise To Get Fat Adapted Patrick asks: You have mentioned that becoming truly fat adapted for exercise takes 6 months. Is this only effected by diet or does specific types of training play a part as well? He background is strength and power (college offensive lineman) and is starting SealFit training.   Can You Get Fitter Without Exercising? Dom asks: Can cold thermogenesis and a ketogenic diet alone improve one's stroke volume and heart rate or does it have to be combined with some kind of exercise to reap the benefits?   Does Zone 1 Training Affect Recovery? Blake asks: He is following the included with the book and is wondering how riding his bike everyday, pulling children, in Zone 1 will effect the training plan? In my response I recommend: - Can Electrical Stimulation Help Bones Heal Faster? Davey Navy asks: He was playing soccer and someone came in a broke the fibula bone in his ankle. He is recovering well but is ready to introduce some e-stim to his healing protocol. He noticed there are some cheaper ones at the drug store (like ) and is wondering how they stack up against the others. In my response I recommend: - -MarcPro ($32 discount at with discount code "Ben") ----------------------------------------------------- -- And don't forget to go to -- Prior to asking your question, do a search in upper right hand corner of this website for the keywords associated with your question. Many of the questions we receive have already been answered here at Ben Greenfield Fitness! Podcast music from 80s Fitness (Reso Remix) by KOAN Sound. ! ----------------------------------------------------- Ask Your Question [gravityform id="2" name="Ask Ben" title="false" description="false"] -----------------------------------------------------

In this maiden voyage episode of the brand new Obstacle Dominator podcast, we cover a ton of topics, including: -Who is Hunter McIntyre? -Who is Ben Greenfield? -Tips and tricks for the Spartan Beast -What are the best gloves to use for obstacle racing? -Are there good business opportunities for obstacle racing? Resources we discuss in this episode: -Sami Inkinen's run protocol for Wildflower -Obstacle Racing Media -HumanX Gloves -Reebok Compression Top -Reebok All Terrain shoe -Ben's Superhuman Coach Network -Hunter's Magazine Cover Photos (below) Questions, comments or feedback? Leave 'em below, and go to http://www.ObstacleDominator.com to ask your questions now!

May 28, 2014 Podcast: How To Run A Marathon With A Knee Injury, Can Heat Make You Burn More Fat, How To Do Magnesium Baths, Stevia vs. Artificial Sweeteners, Natural Remedies for Menstrual Cramps, and Hidden Causes of High Blood Sugar. Have a podcast question for Ben? Click the tab on the right, use the Contact button on the app, call 1-877-209-9439, Skype “pacificfit” or use the “” form...but be prepared to wait - we prioritize audio questions over text questions. ----------------------------------------------------- News Flashes: You can get these News Flashes hot off the presses if you follow Ben on , and . Need to “train” your body to run X distance at a certain speed? Good article: ----------------------------------------------------- Special Announcements: - - and listen to Ben's "Ayahuasca 101" interview with coach and Ironman athlete Stephanie Holbrook. -Go ask your burning Obstacle Racing questions at for the brand new Obstacle Dominator podcast! -. 100% FREE Event - 7:00 p.m. CST, Tuesday, June 10, 2014 - Concordia University - St. Paul Campus (and Live Broadcast Online). Learn how to get the most out of your life with noted athlete and entrepreneur Ben Greenfield. Ben will share practical, real-life tips for increasing your productivity, improving your physical well-being and enhancing your mental performance. Join him as he shares his life journey and the lessons learned along the way, including studying sports science in college, launching a successful string of personal training studios and gyms, beginning an online fitness career, and finally becoming recognized globally as one of the top nutrition, health, and exercise experts in the world. - Every week Ben discovers new exercises, workout tactics, fat loss tricks, biohacks, deep sleep tips, detoxes, recipes, supplements, etc. - but people often feel like they’re “behind the curve” - constantly trying to wrap their heads around what’s working best at any given time, or what’s going to be best for them and their bodies. In Ben's monthly Inner Circle video workshops and diet and exercise logs, he and his wife Jessa teach you exactly “what’s working now”, so that you can stay on the razor-sharp, cutting-edge of fitness, nutrition and lifestyle optimization. When it comes to “assembling” everything that Ben talks about in the podcast, books, etc. into an easy-to-implement system, the Inner Circle is the way to do that. -Grab this package that comes with a tech shirt, a beanie and a water bottle. And of course, this week's top iTunes review - gets some BG Fitness swag straight from Ben - ! ----------------------------------------------------- Listener Q&A: As compiled, deciphered, edited and sometimes read by , the Podcast Sidekick and Audio Ninja. How To Run A Marathon With A Knee Injury Tony asks: He was diagnosed with IT Band Friction Syndrome. He went for Physical Therapy and it cleared up but he still has some pain on the front of his knee, just below the patella. He has tried everything he can including: Hokas, Cortisone (which just increased the pressure), Straps, Bands, Joint Supplements and Anti-inflammatories. His marathon is in a about a week - what can he do to give himself the best chance of finishing? In my response I recommend: - - -MarcPro Electrostim ($32 discount at with discount code "Ben")-- Can Heat Make You Burn More Fat? Michael asks: He has seen a lot of people in Holland (where he lives) doing cardio with heat packs on to burn off stomach fat. He hasn't seen any research to support this idea. After reading your articles on cold thermogenesis, he is wondering if heat packs might even have a reverse effect on burning fat. In my response I recommend: -The Fat Burner vest and Gut Buster vest at -Study: -Article: How To Do Magnesium Baths Ian asks: He has been using the in warm or hot baths. Now he is wondering is he should be using it in a cold bath (he takes a cold bath outside before and after his workouts). He doesn't drain the cold bath after each session (only every few days) so he is wondering how many days the magnesium would be good for? In my response I recommend: - Stevia vs. Artificial Sweeteners Jessica asks: She is curious about the difference between artificial sweeteners and Stevia. She has read a bunch of articles about whether it is good or bad for weight loss and cravings - or over all health. The findings are quite controversial. She is also wondering if the chemical breakdown is different. In my response I recommend: - - - and -This Natural Remedies for Menstrual Cramps Peter asks: His wife and daughter both struggle with menstrual cramps and he tries to keep them away from things like ibuprofen. They do some magnesium (how much is too much) but the pain doesn't go away. Do you have any suggestions? Phenocane? Seems like these pains must be masking something. In my response I recommend: - - -- - Hidden Causes of High Blood Sugar Sanket asks: Recently he did a fasting blood test where his A1C came to 5.5. His blood glucose was 116 after a 14 hour fast. He has noticed that if he works out moderately hard his blood sugar stays high for 2 to 3 days. If he doesn't exercise it is more like 80-85. He has a sedentary job, exercises once a week. He eats high fat but also grains. He fasts 11 to 12 hours a day. Are these blood sugar levels normal? Is there any way he can bring the A1C levels down? In my response I recommend: - - ----------------------------------------------------- -- And don't forget to go to -- Prior to asking your question, do a search in upper right hand corner of this website for the keywords associated with your question. Many of the questions we receive have already been answered here at Ben Greenfield Fitness! Podcast music from 80s Fitness (Reso Remix) by KOAN Sound. !

May 7, 2014 Podcast: Are weeds healthy to eat, Resistance Bands vs. Free Weights, MCT Oil Allergies, Low T4 and Low T3 with Normal TSH, Natural Remedies for Night Sweats. Have a podcast question for Ben? Click the tab on the right, use the Contact button on the app, call 1-877-209-9439, Skype “pacificfit” or use the “” form...but be prepared to wait - we prioritize audio questions over text questions. ----------------------------------------------------- News Flashes: You can get these News Flashes hot off the presses if you follow Ben on , and . Ben talks about his coffee enema. If you are a and want to "prep early" for this month's coffee enema workshop, then get this and some You may want to review too! This is why is simply a bit of journaling, deep breathing and yoga. Save the hard stuff for later when u can. Want to get the aerobic benefits of HIIT training - particularly mitochondria density increase? 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Unfortunately, the real answers are not offered by their medical practitioners and seldom covered by insurance. That’s why Sean Croxton traveled the country to interview a dozen of the leading functional medicine doctors, nutritionists, and real food chefs for a free online screening called The Thyroid Sessions. Every week Ben discover new exercises, workout tactics, fat loss tricks, biohacks, deep sleep tips, detoxes, recipes, supplements, etc. - but people often feel like they’re “behind the curve” - constantly trying to wrap their heads around what’s working best at any given time, or what’s going to be best for them and their bodies. In Ben's monthly Inner Circle video workshops and diet and exercise logs, he and his wife Jessa teach you exactly “what’s working now”, so that you can stay on the razor-sharp, cutting-edge of fitness, nutrition and lifestyle optimization. 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Adam asks: He lives in Newcastle, Australia and is wondering what common garden weeds are eatable and if any of them are worth picking. Could some of these weeds actually be more nutrient dense than things like the kale he gets from the green grocer? In my response I recommend: -Book: "" by Jo Robinson -Book: - Resistance Bands vs. Free Weights Ben asks: For exercise in general are resistance bands better? For strength training are free weights better? In my response I recommend: - and for traction tips with bands- MCT Oil Allergies Sandy asks: She spilled some MCT oil () the other day and wiped it up with her hands. She then noticed that the back of her hands are covered in hives or bumps. If she is having a topical allergic reaction to the MCT Oil, would she also be having an internal allergic reaction? She uses other coconut products and doesn't have an issue. If it is effecting her internally, how would she know? In my response I recommend: -Study: Low T4 and Low T3 with Normal TSH Thyroid asks: He recently got diagnosed with Hyperthyroidism but "in reverse". His T4 was low at 3.6 and T3 was low at 1.6 but his TSH was 1.25 (Testosterone was fine). Have you seen this before? Do you know any way to reverse this problem. In my response I recommend: - (Bridgit Danner, Chris Kresser, and Suzy Cohen's sessions) -Serum thyroid binding globulin test, CRP test, leptin (e.g. via ) Can Tattoo Ink Cause Cancer Todd asks: He recently read an article about the ink that is used in tattoos. Apparently the nanoparticles can cause health problems down the line. What are you feelings about this?   Natural Remedies for Night Sweats Tyler asks: He is a fast marathoner who eats paleo/ancestral and follows a 40% carb, 30% protein, 30% fat diet. His training is 80-90kms per week plus 2 to 3 hours of strength & core work. He has noticed lately that he is waking up 2 or 3 times a night to pee. When he wakes up, he also noticed that the sheets are wet from back sweat. He rarely drinks alcohol and limits his liquid intake after 8pm (goes to bed at 10pm). He sleeps well and has never had these issues in the past. Could this be from stress, workout load or the lowered carb intake? His blood work has come back with everything in the normal range. He also feels and looks great. In my response I recommend: - ----------------------------------------------------- -- And don't forget to go to -- Prior to asking your question, do a search in upper right hand corner of this website for the keywords associated with your question. Many of the questions we receive have already been answered here at Ben Greenfield Fitness! Podcast music from 80s Fitness (Reso Remix) by KOAN Sound. !