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194_17 Ways to Block Fat Loss
In this solo podcast, we're going to discuss all of the things that most people are currently doing that are sabotaging their weight loss efforts, and the mindset shifts you need to make in order to move the needle in the right direction.As always, if you love what...
193_Fit at 44. How I Get and Stay Lean for Life
I am always down for a challenge. And I always believe in walking the talk. And so I decided that for my 44th birthday, I want to make a concerted effort to get as lean as I possibly can. So what I want to do in this short episode is just walk you through what that...
192_The Plateau Puzzle: Understanding and Tackling Weight Loss Plateaus
In today's coaches roundtable, the topic at play is around plateaus and the question was: What do I do when nothing's changing or I'm experiencing a plateau?Got a question for the coaches? Shoot me a message at ben@bslnutrition.com.As always, if you love what you hear...
Latest from Fitness
10 Things I Learned from Charles Poliquin – Ben Brown
10 Things I Learned from Charles Poliquin aka The Strength Sensei [Solo Podcast Episode] Having had the pleasure to learn from and get to know Charles Poliquin over the last 12 years has been instrumental in helping define who I am today. Its taken me a while...
3 Post-Workout Mistakes that Will KILL Your Results
We all want to get the most out of our workouts. We put in the time and effort exercising and we expect to see results. The problem is that we are so focused on the act of working out that we overlook certain seemingly simple things we do post-workout that can...
HIIT (High-Intensity Interval Training): Short Workouts, Fast Results
HIIT (high-intensity interval training) is one of the most time efficient ways to exercise. It’s also incredibly effective at improving cardiovascular health, speeding up metabolism, and burning fat. If you’re not familiar with HIIT, that’s OK. In this post,...
Latest from Nutrition
Are You at a Nutritional Breaking Point? – 3 Proven Tips to Overcome Overwhelm
You’ve probably started seeing it already: The “How to Crush Your New Year Goals” articles, videos and rants on social media. And if you’re anything like me, you’ve been down this road many, many times before saying to yourself, “THIS is going to be the year I [fill...
A Beginner’s Guide to the Ketogenic Diet
Get the facts about the ketogenic diet and find out if it’s right for you. Over the last few years, we’ve seen a massive increase in popularity surrounding the ketogenic diet. In this post I’m going to discuss: 1. What the ketogenic (keto) diet is 2. What it...
Carb Cycling: Is It Right for You?
My ultimate guide for everything you ever wanted to know about carb cycling Carb cycling originally got its popularity in the world of bodybuilding and endurance training. However, more and more people are discovering the benefits associated with carb cycling....
Latest from Supplementation
How to Choose a Protein Bar
Protein Bars 101 You know the drill. You’re on the go, in between meetings, just finished a workout, waiting at the airport for a flight, or just searching for a quick, affordable, and “healthy” snack to satisfy you in between meals. And let’s be honest,...
The Pros and Cons of Whey Protein
Whey protein is a very popular dietary supplement, especially among bodybuilders and athletes. In this post I’m going to talk about: 1. What whey is 2. The different forms of whey protein supplementation 3. Major benefits of supplementing with whey as...
3 Overlooked Ingredients Every Pre-Workout MUST Have
The nutrients that you consume pre-workout can make a big difference on your exercise performance, recovery, and fat loss. If you have plenty of time before hitting the gym you could opt for a pre-workout meal. However, many of us are pressed for time and...