Mike Matthews

Muscle for Life with Mike Matthews

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OVER 25,000,000 DOWNLOADS AND COUNTING!If you want to know how to build muscle, lose fat, and be healthier, happier, and wiser...faster than you ever thought possible...then this podcast is for you. Hosted by the bestselling author and entrepreneur, Mike Matthews, each episode gives you simple, science-based know-how and inspiration that will help you build your best body and life ever. Find out more at www.legionathletics.com

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Ep. #51: Scott Herman on Tough Mudder, Breaking Plateaus, and More! 15.05.2015 1:01:45

In this podcast I interview YouTube superstar and all-around cool guy Scott Herman on how to train for obstacle courses like Tough Mudder, how much muscle you can build naturally, how to break through weightlifting plateaus, and more! SCOTT'S WEBSITE: http://muscularstrength.com/ ARTICLES RELATED TO THIS VIDEO: Why High-Intensity Interval Training is Best For Weight Loss: http://www.muscleforlife....

Ep. #50: Mark Divine on the Mental Game of Getting Fit 07.05.2015 37:04

In this podcast I interview bestselling author and creator of SEALFIT Mark Divine and we talk about overcoming mental inertia, keeping a mental edge over the long term, getting back on track after falling off the wagon, and more... MARK'S WEBSITE: http://sealfit.com/ ARTICLES RELATED TO THIS VIDEO: How to Prevent and Recover From Workout Injuries: http://www.muscleforlife.com/how-to-prevent-and-re...

Ep. #49: Dr. Spencer Nadolsky on Testosterone, Carbohydrates, and Supplements 29.04.2015 52:30

In this podcast I interview Dr. Spencer Nadolsky from Examine.com and we talk boosting testosterone levels naturally (5:00), low-carb vs. high-carb dieting (12:25), supplements that actually work (26:30), and more... SPENCER'S WEBSITE: http://drspencer.com/ ARTICLES RELATED TO THIS VIDEO: The Definitive Guide to Intermittent Fasting: http://www.muscleforlife.com/the-definitive-guide-to-intermitten...

Ep. #48: Dell Farrell on Biggest Fitness Lessons for Women 23.04.2015 1:05:53

In this podcast I interview coach and bikini competitor Dell Farrell and we talk clean eating vs. flexible dieting, feeling intimidated at the gym (12:35), dealing with water retention (27:08), and more... DELL'S WEBSITE: http://icecreamgal.com/ ARTICLES RELATED TO THIS VIDEO: The Ultimate Fitness Plan for Women: http://www.muscleforlife.com/the-ultimate-fitness-plan-for-women/ Does CrossFit Work?...

Ep. #47: Mark Rippetoe on Making Gains in Your 40s and Beyond 16.04.2015 1:04:39

In this podcast I interview Mark Rippetoe and we talk about how training changes in your middle and even later years, how to keep joints healthy (34:35), how to avoid injuries and overtraining (45:09), and more... MARKS'S WEBSITE: http://startingstrength.com/ FIND A STARTING STRENGTH COACH: http://startingstrength.org/ ORDER MARK'S BOOK: http://amzn.to/1Hug9UQ ARTICLES RELATED TO THIS VIDEO: The D...

Ep. #46: Dr. Layne Norton on Preserving Muscle While Cutting and More 08.04.2015 1:08:05

In this podcast I interview the one and only Dr. Layne Norton and we talk contest/photo shoot prep, how to maximize fat loss and minimize muscle loss while cutting, reverse dieting, and more... LAYNE'S WEBSITE: http://www.biolayne.com/ ORDER THE REVERSE DIETING BOOK: http://reversedietingbook.com/ ARTICLES RELATED TO THIS VIDEO: Water Retention and Weight Loss: You Can Lose Fat, But Not Weight? ht...

Ep. #45: Staying Fit While Traveling & Advice From Buffett on Setting Goals 02.04.2015 54:56

In this podcast I give you several diet and training tips for maintaining muscle and strength and minimizing fat gain while traveling and some simple, powerful advice from Warren Buffet on setting and pursuing goals in life (34:50). ARTICLES RELATED TO THIS VIDEO: How to Stay in Shape When You’re Traveling: http://www.muscleforlife.com/how-to-stay-in-shape-when-youre-traveling/ The Definitive Guid...

Ep. #44: Cutting Calories When Cutting, Late-Night Carbs, Training & Soreness, & More... 19.03.2015 54:58

In this podcast I talk about how to properly reduce your food intake to keep fat loss going, whether or not you can train when you're sore (26:05), why eating carbs late at night isn't an issue (31:50), and more. Join my book launch here: http://www.muscleforlife.com/launch/ Want to submit questions for me to answer? Go here: http://www.muscleforlife.com/ask-mike-anything/ ARTICLES RELATED TO THIS...

Ep. #43: New Books...Mini-Bulks & Cuts...and Clinically Effective Trolling 13.03.2015 52:20

In this podcast I talk about my new books and what sets them apart from their previous (first) editions, what "clinically effective dosages" really means (24:33), and why I'm not a fan of "mini bulks" and "mini cuts" (37:34). JOIN MY BOOK LAUNCH HERE: http://www.muscleforlife.com/launch/ MY PRE-WORKOUT PULSE: https://legionsupplements.com/products/supplements/pulse/ MY FAT BURNER PHOENIX: https://...

Ep. #42: Interview With Author and Scientist Brad Schoenfeld 05.03.2015 45:07

In this podcast I interview the one and only Brad Schoenfeld and we talk about the rock-bottom fundamentals of building muscle and strength and losing fat, the myth of "functional" training, and more! JOIN MY BOOK LAUNCH: http://www.muscleforlife.com/launch/ ORDER THE M.A.X. MUSCLE PLAN: http://amzn.to/1EpHo0M BRAD'S WEBSITE: http://www.lookgreatnaked.com/ ARTICLES RELATED TO THIS VIDEO: “Muscle M...

Ep. #41: How to Build Muscle and Lose Fat at the Same Time 19.02.2015 1:15:48

In this podcast I talk about who can and can't build muscle and lose fat simultaneously and how to do it and some of my big business lessons I've learned over the last couple of years (32:16). ARTICLES RELATED TO THIS VIDEO: “Muscle Memory” is Real and Here’s How It Works: http://www.muscleforlife.com/muscle-memory/ The Definitive Guide to Effective Meal Planning: http://www.muscleforlife.com/heal...

Ep. #40: Interview With Andrew Steele From DNAFit 12.02.2015 1:22:04

In this podcast I talk with Andrew Steele from DNAFit about my test results and about genetic testing in general and how you can use it to optimize your health and performance. ARTICLES RELATED TO THIS PODCAST: How Insulin Really Works: It Causes Fat Storage…But Doesn’t Make You Fat: http://www.muscleforlife.com/how-insulin-works/ The Definitive Guide to Why Low-Carb Dieting Sucks: http://www.musc...

Ep. #39: Q&A Part 6: Tendons and Ligaments and Lifting, Cutting and Strength Loss, and Shady Supplements 05.02.2015 57:04

In this podcast I answer reader/listener questions about protecting tendons and ligaments while lifting heavy (1:37), what to expect in terms of strength loss when cutting (13:07), "amino spiking" and other supplement scams (27:57), and more... Want to submit questions for me to answer? Go here: http://www.muscleforlife.com/ask-mike-anything/ ARTICLES RELATED TO THIS PODCAST: Debunking the Myth of...

Ep. #38: How to Prevent and Overcome Setbacks Due to Sickness, Injury, Time off, Etc. 22.01.2015 47:55

In this podcast I talk about how to keep your immune system strong, how to prevent overtraining and injury, how to keep from losing motivation when you have to take time off, and more... ARTICLES RELATED TO THIS PODCAST: How to Stay in Shape When You’re Traveling: http://www.muscleforlife.com/how-to-stay-in-shape-when-youre-traveling/ How Training Frequency Can Help or Hurt Your Muscle Growth: htt...

Ep. #37: Holiday "Damage Report," Why I Don't Like "Slow Cutting," and More... 15.01.2015 52:37

In this podcast I give a quick report on the effects of my holiday hedonism, explain why I like to be aggressive with my fat loss instead of "slow cutting," (11:51) and share my thoughts on how the people you associate with affect your success (35:28). ARTICLES RELATED TO THIS PODCAST: Why Rapid Weight Loss Is Superior to “Slow Cutting” (And How to Do It Right): http://www.muscleforlife.com/rapid-...

Ep. #36: Why I'm Not on Steroids, A "Day in the Life," and More... 30.12.2014 53:49

In this podcast I talk about why I've never done drugs and never will, how a typical day of eating and training looks for me, and how to adjust your training if you have to miss workouts. ARTICLES RELATED TO THIS PODCAST: 5 Huge Fitness Mistakes That Nearly Made Me Quit: http://www.muscleforlife.com/5-common-fitness-mistakes-to-avoid/ Bostin Loyd steroid transformation: https://www.youtube.com/wat...

Ep. #35: Reader Q&A Part 5: Whole Body Recovery, Cardio and Muscle Preservation, Macro "Flexibility" 30.12.2014 36:26

In this podcast I answer reader questions about muscle vs. tendon and ligament recovery, how to preserve muscle when doing a lot of cardio, how much you can "fudge" your diet numbers, and more! Want to submit questions for me to answer? Go here: http://www.muscleforlife.com/ask-mike-anything/ View my holiday deals: http://legionsupplements.com/ ARTICLES RELATED TO THIS PODCAST: Debunking the Myth...

Ep. #34: Training and Diet Mistakes That Stick You in a Rut and the Power Of "Mini-Habits" 30.12.2014 47:18

In this podcast I talk about a few of the biggest diet and training mistakes people make that prevent them from achieving their fitness goals and how you can use "mini-habits" to, well, do anything. ARTICLES RELATED TO THIS PODCAST: 7 Diet Mistakes That Make It Damn Hard to Lose Weight, Build Muscle, and Feel Good: http://www.muscleforlife.com/diet-mistakes/ 6 “Everyday” Weightlifting Mistakes Tha...

Ep. #33: Q&A Part 4: Flexible Dieting Tips, Lifting and Cardio, and Female Training 30.12.2014 27:59

In this podcast I answers reader questions on how to make flexible dieting as "flexible" as possible (1:25), how to best work lifting and cardio into your schedule (11:22), and my recommendations on how women should work with weights (15:56). Want to submit questions for me to answer? Go here: http://www.muscleforlife.com/ask-mike-anything/ ARTICLES RELATED TO THIS PODCAST: The Definitive Guide to...

Ep. #32: Interview With Jimmy Smith on How to Train for Sports 30.12.2014 48:12

In this podcast I interview Jimmy Smith, who specializes in training athletes, and we talk about how to use weight training, nutrition, and supplementation to maximize your sports performance. Jimmy's website: http://physiqueformuladiet.com/ ARTICLES RELATED TO THIS PODCAST: The Definitive Guide to Why Low-Carb Dieting Sucks: http://www.muscleforlife.com/low-carb-diet/ The Definitive Guide to Pre-...

Ep. #31: Interview With Sohee Lee on Metabolic Adaptation, Reverse Dieting, and More... 30.12.2014 53:37

In this podcast I interview Sohee Lee and we talk about the ins and outs of protecting your metabolism while you lose fat, getting it to run as fast as possible, and more... How to Count Macros book: http://www.howtocountmacros.com/ Reverse Dieting book: http://reversedietingbook.com/ Sohee's website: http://www.soheefit.com/ ARTICLES RELATED TO THIS PODCAST: The Refeed Day: When Dieting Should In...

Ep. #30: Q&A Part 3: Reverse Pyramid Training, Genetic Potential, Organic Food, and More... 30.12.2014 37:54

In this podcast I answer more reader questions, and this time they're regarding the reverse pyramid style of weightlifting (1:33), determining our genetic potential (11:06), organic vs. conventional food (29:35), and more... Want to submit questions for me to answer? Go here: http://www.muscleforlife.com/ask-mike-anything/ Beyond Bigger Leaner Stronger: http://muscleforlife.com/bbls/ ARTICLES RELA...

Ep. #29: Navy SEAL Mark Divine on Cultivating Mental Toughness and the Will to Win 30.12.2014 1:01:44

In this podcast I interview NYT bestselling author and Navy SEAL Mark Divine and we talk about how he developed an "unbeatable mind" that kept him alive on the battlefield and has helped him succeed as an entrepreneur. ORDER THE WAY OF THE SEAL: http://amzn.to/1tJVjGe ORDER THE UNBEATABLE MIND: http://amzn.to/1sm95Dv MARK'S WEBSITE: http://sealfit.com/ Want to get my best advice on how to gain mus...

Ep. #28: Q&A Part 2: Sleep Needs, Future of MFL and Legion, My "Past," and More... 30.12.2014 40:13

In this podcast I answer a few more popular questions in my Google Moderator relating to sleep needs, work/life balance, the future of MFL, what I did before all this, and more... Want to submit questions for me to answer? Go here: http://www.muscleforlife.com/ask-mike-anything/ Legion Supplements: http://legionsupplements.com/ ARTICLES RELATED TO THIS PODCAST: Help, I Can’t Sleep! Effects of Slee...

Ep. #27: Interview With Mark Rippetoe on CrossFit, Exercise Science, Strength Potentials, and More... 30.12.2014 1:08:52

In this podcast, I interview Mark Rippetoe and we talk about the failings of CrossFit, what's wrong with much of today's exercise science, natural strength potentials, and more... STARTING STRENGTH: http://amzn.to/YTXsqr MARK'S WEBSITE: http://startingstrength.com/ ARTICLES RELATED TO THIS PODCAST: Does CrossFit Work? http://www.muscleforlife.com/does-crossfit-work/ How to Reduce Muscle Soreness:...