Mind Muscle with Simon de Veer

Ready to uncover the truth behind the smoke and mirrors of fitness marketing? Brace yourself for a fascinating deep-dive into the murky waters of misinformation and pseudoscience that have become all too common in the health and fitness industry. Drawing inspiration from the philosophical work, 'On Bullshit' by Harry Frankfurt, we're about to expose the bogus claims and shifty langu...

Are you ready to become truly resilient in the face of life's challenges? In this episode of Mind Muscle, we explore the powerful concept of "Anti-Fragility" from Nacim Taleb's thought-provoking book. Discover how this principle can transform your approach to health, fitness, and nutrition, and how it can help you develop the strength and adaptability needed to thrive in uncert...

Is biohacking the key to unlocking a healthier and more fulfilling life, or just another Silicon Valley buzzword? Join us as we venture into the brave new world of biohacking, weighing its pros and cons while trying to navigate the hype and charlatanism that pervades this complex field. We'll also explore the eerie similarities between our current reality and Aldous Huxley's Brave New Wo...

Ready to make sense of macronutrients and find the perfect diet for your unique needs? Want to know why chocolate milk might be the secret weapon to maximizing your muscle growth? Join me, Simon De Veer, as we dive into the fascinating world of macros and learn how to apply this knowledge to your own diet for incredible results. Let's explore the role of protein, carbohydrates, and fats when...

Ever wondered if you're stressing too much over the little details in health and fitness? Save that energy as we debunk common misconceptions and reveal what's truly important for your well-being! We separate fact from fiction when it comes to protein and its effects on your kidneys and bones. Additionally, we explore the rise of gluten-free nutrition trends and the relationship between...

Do you know what it takes to excel in the new 2018 military fitness test and how it applies to General Physical Preparedness (GPP) training? Join me, Simon Devere, as I share my personal experiences with military training, encounters with Navy Seals, and my journey with the pack test for a summer job in Montana. As we explore the foundation of power training and the importance of basic strength mo...

Welcome to Mind Muscle, Where there is nothing new except all that has been forgotten. This week Simon is discussing the health risks that are involved with too much sitting! Producer: Thor Benander Editor: Luke Morey Intro Theme: Ajax Benander Intro: Timothy Durant For more, visit Simon at The Antagonist

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Podcast! This week Simon is discussing his mentors and the ideologies that got him to where he is today. Producer: Thor Benander Editor: Luke Morey Intro Theme: Ajax Benander Intro: Timothy Durant For more, visit Simon at The Antagonist

Welcome to Mind Muscle! This week Simon is going to dive into a pursuit that humans have always been deeply intrigued by - The Fountain of Youth and how we can stay young forever. Producer: Thor Benander Editor: Luke Morey Intro Theme: Ajax Benander Intro: Timothy Durant For more, visit Simon at The Antagonist

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Podcast!  This week Simon is taking a look at some of the supplements recommended by the Joe Rogan podcast. Producer: Thor Benander Editor: Luke Morey Intro Theme: Ajax Benander Intro: Timothy Durant For more, visit Simon at The Antagonist

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Podcast where there is nothing new, except all that has been forgotten. This week Simon dives into fitness tracking technology and how it can be extremely beneficial to your fitness journey. Producer: Thor Benander Editor: Luke Morey Intro Theme: Ajax Benander Intro: Timothy Durant For more, visit Simon at The Antagonist

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Podcast where there is nothing new, except all that has been forgotten. This week Simon is holding himself accountable by going over a few of the things he's discussed over the past eleven episodes, in an attempt to find some middle ground on a lot of these ideas. Producer: Thor Benander Editor: Luke Morey Intro Theme: Ajax Benander Intro: Timothy Durant For more, v...

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Podcast where there is nothing new, except all that has been forgotten. This week we are diving into the AI phenomenon, ChatGPT. Simon takes some time to explain how AI can be extremely beneficial to not only the fitness industry but the world in general.  In the right hands, this exciting new technology will help you reach your fitness goals in a concise and effective w...

Episode Description: Welcome to the Mind Muscle Podcast where there is nothing new, except all that has been forgotten. GO TO BED! You're probably more tired than you realize. The fact of the matter is that your fitness journey will not be successful if you are not able to reign in your sleeping habits. But don't worry, Simon is here to teach us why it's so important, and how we can...

Episode Description: Welcome to the Mind Muscle Podcast where there is nothing new, except all that has been forgotten. This week Simon is taking a deep dive into Bernarr Macfadden, who is the OG fitness guru. This week we are really going to define how nothing is new except all that has been forgotten, as almost every fad and trend in the health world today can be traced back to Mcfadden and his...

Episode Description: Welcome to the Mind Muscle Podcast where there is nothing new, except all that has been forgotten. This week Simon is actually playing defense for a food group that often gets a bad wrap. If you have had success with low carb diets, then this episode might be for you! Simon will be addressing a lot of concerns around the forbidden fruit and maybe some ways we can incorporate i...

Episode Description:  Welcome to the Mind Muscle Podcast where there is nothing new, except all that has been forgotten. Today, we are carrying some Big Rocks. The vital few fundamentals of health and wellness that will ensure success on your fitness journey. Join Simon as he runs down the four essential practices that everyone should follow. Episode Length: 48:35 Show Notes: 0:00 - 0:16 - Intro 0...

Episode Description: Welcome to the Mind Muscle Podcast where there is nothing new, except all that has been forgotten. Today Simon dives into the health routine of Tom Brady. The brand TB12 has become a staple of Brady’s lifestyle, so today Simon takes a look at the Tom Brady smoothie, and if it's everything it's cracked up to be. Will Simon be able to throw a 60 yard touchdown pass by...

Episode Description: What good shall I do today?  Welcome to the Mind Muscle Podcast where there is nothing new, except all that has been forgotten.  This week join Simon as he dives into the ORIGINAL fitness bro Ben Franklin. Yes, that Ben Franklin. You may be thinking because of his appearance on the 100 dollar bill that he wasn't interested in fitness, but Ben Franklin was actually one of...

Episode Description: Welcome to the Mind Muscle Podcast where there is nothing new, except all that has been forgotten.  This week join host Simon as he takes us through the history of strength training, and how it relates to the training method of Progressive Overload. Not only will we dive into the life of Milo of Croton and see how his story advocates for progressive overload, but how we can us...

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Podcast where there is nothing new, except all that has been forgotten. In this episode Simon takes a deep dive into nutrition, more specifically, the philosophy of science and how it relates to what we eat everyday. It's so easy for us to see the tree, but miss the forest when analyzing the rhetoric often found within nutritional studies. Simon wants to help us get...

Welcome to the Mind Muscle Podcast where there is nothing new, except all that has been forgotten.  In this episode Simon de Veer takes us to ancient China to peer into the life of the Taoist monks who were the ORIGINAL gluten free dieters - way before any hipsters picked it up. By taking a look at the lifestyle of the grain free monks we will come to understand the appeal of fad diets throughout...