Muscle for Life with Mike Matthews

In this episode I talk about some of the things I think are crucial to succeeding in the fitness industry, such as having a great physique (6:02), being educated (10:24), knowing how to get results (16:15), being helpful (24:09), and much more. Have questions for me? Go here: http://www.muscleforlife.com/mike-matthews-ask-me-anything/ Want to get my best advice on how to gain muscle and strength a...

This episode is a recording of my last live Q&A I did over at Legion and in it I take questions on how much fat you can gain in one meal, my way of dealing with haters, what's in store for Legion and MFL in 2016, and more... QUESTIONS FROM THIS Q&A: 04:12 - Creatine or no creatine? Loading vs non loading? 05:53 - Are you going to do a contest this year? 07:59 - Is there a limit to how many...

In this podcast I interview Dr. Spencer Nadolsky about various medicines and medical issues that make it hard to lose weight, like birth control (18:50), antidepressants (7:45), PCOS (30:15), hypothyroidism (34:45), menopause (41:08), and more!   SPENCER'S WEBSITE: http://docswholift.com/ ORDER SPENCER'S BOOK: http://goo.gl/2KahIO Want to get my best advice on how to gain muscle and strength and l...

In this episode I talk about all the popular post-workout supplements like protein, BCAAs, dextrose, beta-alanine, and more, and explain which are worth the money and which aren't and why. ARTICLES RELATED TO THIS VIDEO: How to Lose Fat Faster With Fasted Cardio (and Keep Your Muscle): https://legionathletics.com/fasted-cardio/ The Ultimate Guide to the Best Protein Powders: http://www.muscleforli...

In this podcast I talk about all things protein powder: which types I like and recommend, which I don't, how to avoid "amino spiked" powders, and more. ARTICLES RELATED TO THIS VIDEO: The Top 4 Scientifically Proven Benefits of a High-Protein Diet: http://www.muscleforlife.com/high-protein-diet/ How to Make Meal Plans That Work For Any Diet: https://legionathletics.com/diet-meal-plans/ How Many Ca...

In this podcast I talk about what it takes to keep making gains after the "newbie phase" and how to avoid getting stuck in a rut and more! ARTICLES RELATED TO THIS VIDEO: The Definitive Guide to Effective Meal Planning: http://www.muscleforlife.com/healthy-meal-planning-tips/ The Definitive Guide to Mobility Exercises: http://www.muscleforlife.com/mobility-exercises/ The Best Way to Gain Muscle Wi...

This episode is a recording of my latest Legion live Q&A and in it...in my awesome Halloween costume...I take questions on carb sensitivity, increasing T, fasted training, and much much more... If you want to get in on the next one and ask me questions, sign up here: legionathletics.com/qa/ QUESTIONS FROM THIS Q&A: 01:20 – When finishing a bulk, should any "slowing down" be done before cut...

In this episode I talk about what I do and don't like to see in a pre workout supplement and why (what actually improves performance and what doesn't). ARTICLES RELATED TO THIS VIDEO: Learn more about Phoenix: https://legionathletics.com/pulse/ 4 Caffeine Benefits & BS “Facts” That Justify Your Addiction: http://www.muscleforlife.com/caffeine-benefits/ The Simple Science of Losing Belly Fat…Fo...

In this episode I talk about some of the common ingredients found in "fat burner" supplements and which actually help you lose fat faster and which don't. ARTICLES RELATED TO THIS VIDEO: Learn more about Phoenix: https://legionathletics.com/products/supplements/phoenix/ The Definitive Guide to Effective Meal Planning: http://www.muscleforlife.com/healthy-meal-planning-tips/ 4 Caffeine Benefits &am...

In this episode I talk all about "deloading" and/or taking time off the gym: how to know when you should, why it's necessary, how to do it right, and more... ARTICLES RELATED TO THIS VIDEO: How to Prevent Overtraining With the Deload Week: http://www.muscleforlife.com/deload-week/ How Much Cardio You Should Do (and How Much Is Too Much): http://www.muscleforlife.com/how-much-cardio/ How to Measure...

In this episode I interview nutritionist, trainer, and podcaster Ben Coomber and we talk about the pros and cons of various diet fads (5:59), the importance of recovery (19:33), being objective with your results (33:03), and more! BEN'S WEBSITE: http://bencoomber.com/ Want to get my best advice on how to gain muscle and strength and lose fat faster? Sign up for my free newsletter! Click here: http...

A new episode of the podcast is up! This episode is a recording of my last live Q&A I did over at Legion and in I take questions on how we make new supplements, upcoming products, reverse dieting, finding gym partners, and more... If you want to get in on the next one and ask me questions, sign up here: https://legionathletics.com/qa/ QUESTIONS FROM THIS Q&A: 00:54 – How about a training v...

In this podcast I talk all about workout splits--full-body (00:45), upper/lower (21:00), push-pull-legs (27:22), body part (31:32), and more--and how to know what's likely to work and what's not and what's going to be best for you. ARTICLES RELATED TO THIS VIDEO: Get Strong Fast With the 5/3/1 Strength Training Program: http://www.muscleforlife.com/get-strong-strength-training/ The Definitive Full...

In this podcast I talk all about cardio: how much you should do when you're dieting to lose fat, how much for building muscle, how much is too much, what types are best, and more... ARTICLES RELATED TO THIS VIDEO: How Much Cardio You Should Do (and How Much Is Too Much): http://www.muscleforlife.com/how-much-cardio/ The Worst Way to Lose Weight: http://www.muscleforlife.com/the-quickest-way-to-los...

In this podcast I talk about the most common reasons people stop losing weight and how to fix it. ARTICLES RELATED TO THIS VIDEO: How to Measure and Improve Your Body Composition: http://www.muscleforlife.com/body-composition/ 10 Proven Ways to Relax Your Muscles and Mind: http://www.muscleforlife.com/ways-to-relax/ Does Alcohol Consumption Affect Weight Loss and Muscle Growth? http://www.musclefo...

In this episode I interview author, speaker, and entrepreneur Chip Conley about how the pursuit of peak experiences has helped him build businesses, find his calling, and get the most out of life. CHIP'S WEBSITE: https://chipconley.com/ ORDER CHIP'S BOOK: http://amzn.to/1MmUYpH Want to get my best advice on how to gain muscle and strength and lose fat faster? Sign up for my free newsletter! Click...

In this podcast I conduct a live Q&A and take a variety of questions ranging from how much muscle and fat you should gain on a bulk to weighing food before or after cooking to drinking calories and more! If you want to get in on the next one and ask me questions, sign up here: legionathletics.com/qa/ QUESTIONS FROM THIS Q&A: What LBM (lean body mass) to fat ratio can you expect to gain whi...

In this podcast I talk about what it really takes to get that "six pack," including how to build your core muscles properly, how to lose belly fat, and how to beat bloating. The Ultimate Ab Workouts: The 5 Best Ab Exercises for Getting a Six Pack: http://www.muscleforlife.com/ab-workouts/ The Definitive Guide to Muscle Hypertrophy (Muscle Growth): http://www.muscleforlife.com/guide-to-muscle-hyper...

In this episode I talk about the pros and cons of various fad diets like Paleo, gluten-free, and low-carb (1:33) as well as how to create effective meal plans (29:38). ARTICLES RELATED TO THIS VIDEO: The Definitive Guide to the Paleo Diet: http://www.muscleforlife.com/the-definitive-guide-to-the-paleo-diet/ The Definitive Guide to Effective Meal Planning: http://www.muscleforlife.com/healthy-meal-...

In this podcast I take a few questions from listeners regarding changing up your workout routine (1:09), dealing with tight muscles due to too much sitting (30:56), and tips for starting a fitness business (42:45). Want to submit questions for me to answer? Go here: http://www.muscleforlife.com/ask-mike-anything/ ARTICLES RELATED TO THIS VIDEO: The Definitive Guide to Muscle Hypertrophy (Muscle Gr...

In this live Q&A I answer questions about my upcoming supplements, how to recover from workout injuries, the "choice" between being really strong and being really lean, and more! If you want to get in on the next one and ask me questions, sign up here: https://legionathletics.com/qa/ QUESTIONS FROM THIS Q&A: When cutting do you cycle or take a break from supplements eg. Forge and Phoenix?...

In this podcast I take two questions from readers and dive into how energy expenditure changes when you're cutting and what you need to do to keep the scale moving down and the health implications of cutting and bulking for long periods of time (28:36). Want to submit questions for me to answer? Go here: http://www.muscleforlife.com/ask-mike-anything/ ARTICLES RELATED TO THIS VIDEO: Why Rapid Weig...

In this podcast I interview author and coach George Fear on how to get and stay lean using a habit-based approach as opposed to counting and tracking. GEORGIE'S WEBSITE: http://askgeorgie.com/ ORDER GEORGIE'S BOOK: http://amzn.to/1cAjWUe ARTICLES RELATED TO THIS VIDEO: Warning: You’re Making Life Harder by Not Using Mini-Habits: http://www.muscleforlife.com/mini-habits/ How I Use Calorie Cycling t...

In this live Q&A I answer questions about what do to when you are gaining strength but not size, how long you should stay in a calorie deficit, and more! If you want to get in on the next one and ask me questions, sign up here: www.legionsupplements.com/qa/ QUESTIONS FROM THIS Q&A: When's the sleeping product and fish oil coming out? When are the new flavors of Whey+ coming out? Mike, BLS...

In this podcast I interview author and founder of Evidence Magazine Armi Legge on why “clean eating” is overrated, how to keep your diet in check without planning/tracking food intake, metabolic adaptation, and more! ARTICLES RELATED TO THIS VIDEO: How to Make the “If It Fits Your Macros” Diet Work For You: http://www.muscleforlife.com/what-is-if-it-fits-your-macros-and-does-it-work/ Why “Clean Ea...