Muscle Intelligence — Longevity, Training & Human Performance with Ben Pakulski

Have you ever found yourself procrastinating, self-sabotaging, or stuck in a cycle of habits that do not ultimately serve you?  What would it look like if you did things differently? Elliot Roe is a hypnotherapist who has worked with thousands of high performers to get to the root of learned behaviors and fears, unlock flawed beliefs, and ultimately remove mental roadblocks, to help them show up a...

Ready to break out of the status-quo training methodologies that are so commonly seen in the fitness industry?  Dr. Pat Davidson breaks down the journey from unconscious incompetency to automatic competency in this interview that takes a functionally integrated systems approach to training. Dr. Davidson's in-depth perspectives are a breath of fresh air for any coach, trainer, or athlete looking to...

"What are the fundamental programmed roots of your subconscious that gave rise to the identity of who you think you are, that is the precursor to all your thoughts, feelings, actions... and now, the outcome that you have?" -Peter Crone. Is it possible to reverse engineer freedom by unwinding your own belief systems?  Can becoming aware of your own patterns and conditioning take you out of the subc...

If you have recently found it difficult to obtain objective information to inform your own important decisions, this episode is for you.   Anthony G. Jay, PhD and Ben hone in on facts about DNA, viruses, and vaccination.   Dr. Jay brings a wealth of information, cultivated from years of lab research, about both the human body and the medical system.   Anthony G. Jay, PhD is the president and CEO o...

How can you effectively build new positive habits into your life?  How can you adhere to the small steps needed to achieve big goals?  Today's guest, Dr. BJ Fogg, is an expert in changing behavior for lasting impact. Dr. BJ Fogg is a behavior scientist at Stanford, and the founder of the university's Behavior Design Lab. BJ created the Tiny Habits® method, and after personally coaching over 60k pe...

Looking for a step-by-step process to lose fat, and make it sustainable?  Wondering what the biggest mistakes and misconceptions are in fat loss? In this solocast, I reveal that the process is simpler than we think... That all fat loss is, is a 2-step process with 4 influential factors... That it doesn't have to take hours a day, and it's all about what you're setting yourself up for. Stop telling...

At age 26, my first-ever mentor and role model, Alvin Brown, was the ultimate representation of a man who had achieved true greatness in all areas of his life: family, business, health and fitness.  This live studio-recorded conversation with Alvin continues our Muscle Intelligence Podcast focus on the highest levels of human potential! Over a decade after I met him, Alvin remains an exemplar of c...

How do you manage your own mindset, emotions and ultimately… your own personal growth? Ben's interview with Matt Beaudreau is not only a must-listen for anyone looking to raise their own consciousness and live their purpose, but also for anyone raising conscious, purposeful kids. Matt Beaudreau is a world-renowned education and personal development speaker. Matt also founded Acton Academy, a globa...

Joe DeFranco is a world-renowned strength and conditioning coach who has been training top athletes for over 20 years. Joe was inducted into the Personal Trainer Hall of Fame in 2015 and co-created a coaching certification program for elite athletes. He is recognized as an influential trendsetter in the world of fitness. Anyone looking to perform at their peak, and any coach focused on leading the...

Are you ready to adhere to your goals, stay with discomfort, and ultimately succeed in life? This solocast is derived from one of Ben's recent webinars on building a body that you love, and beginning a transformation. No matter what age you are, this episode provides a ton of value around building habits, commitment, and investing in yourself! You'll learn: What the smallest steps are towards a go...

Do you wonder what your true potential is—not only in the gym—but in every area of your life? Whether you are looking to push the realm of possibility within your fitness, health, consciousness, business, or relationships, this episode is a must-listen. Join Ben and Dr. Barry Morguelan (Dr. B)—our guest expert on transformation and energetics. After a defining moment in his career as a gastroenter...

How can we make decisions within exercise programming to ultimately facilitate transformative growth?  In today's solocast, Ben breaks down the relationship between signal and response, so that you can outline your ideal progression within any training discipline. Ben also answers some popular listener questions, including how he makes training-based decisions around his own supplementation, and w...

Even if you've exercised regularly throughout your entire life, it's possible that you have yet to consider the tendencies of your nervous system. How can you take these tendencies into account when training for maximum effect and performance? In today's solocast, Ben shares some of his unique insight into nervous system predispositions within our bodies, and how to train for each situation. Wheth...

Ready to optimize your training for YOU, so that you can perform with maximal output and your highest skill? Join Ben and Dr. Jordan Shallow as they share a massive amount of fitness expertise and experiences about what works and what doesn't, and for whom. This episode goes in-depth on everything from nervous system adaptation within exercise, to case study approaches to stability, to a friendly...

Join Ben as he outlines tried-and-true techniques to train for exponential results, set your body up for anabolism, and cultivate a champion's mindset! In this episode, Ben breaks down the three tiers that progress muscle building, and the single most important thing to unlock your greatness.   This episode will inspire and educate you on:   Why proper exercise execution is so important.   What it...

What does it take to train like the elite? Dr. Guillermo Escalante has over 20 years of experience in competitive body building. Dr. Escalante holds a PhD in Athletic Training, is a strength/conditioning specialist and sports nutritionist, and a professor of kinesiology at CSUSB. With dozens of peer-reviewed manuscripts under his belt, Dr. Escalante has a wealth of information when it comes to hig...

Greg McKeown, leadership and business consultant, is the author of two best-selling books: "Essentialism" and "Effortless." Greg has built his career around defining what makes individuals and companies successful. Join Greg and Ben for their discussion on reinforcing values through actions, effortless leadership, and turning obstacles into opportunities. If you're a high achiever or a leader—or a...

How can you overcome obstacles to changing your behavior, achieving your goals, and living your greatest life? Tune in as Ben and guest Kasey Jo Orvidas, Ph. D. discuss techniques to frame your mindset so that you can effectively set goals, build habits, and go above and beyond success! Kasey holds a Ph. D. in psychology, with years of study focused on fixed versus growth mindsets within behavior...

Why do we hit walls in training? Join Ben as he breaks down the importance of structure and alignment within the body, and what it took for him to gain true efficiency and results within his body. In this solocast, you will learn: How to achieve "unconscious competence" so that you can get maximum results. Why you should spend more time on your weaknesses. The importance of neural priming and rele...

Are you looking for a more sustainable approach to transforming your body? In this solocast, Ben outlines his patented, proven 3-phase system that has helped numerous people change their bodies and their lives. Ben's focus on simplicity and foundations, first and foremost, allows an eventual progression into peak performance. Tune in to find out why so many exercise and nutrition programs feel uns...

In today's solocast, Ben explores tools and techniques of total body transformation. With a focus on building muscle, Ben shares the steps that listeners can take in the gym to turn every workout into a precision exercise. While many people and goals are stunted by the limiting beliefs that precede them, there are simple methods to overcome these fear-based obstacles. In fact, there's one main fac...

This episode will help you explore relationship dynamics, intimacy issues and how to navigate attachment and communication styles. Our new guest, Stefanos (Stef) Sifandos, brings a wealth of knowledge, experience and transparency to the conversation about intimacy, masculinity, self awareness and communication styles.   This conversation sheds light on how to make the necessary identity shifts thr...

Your mindset is determined by the quality of questions you ask yourself on a daily basis. On this episode, Ben shares the list of questions he asks himself everyday with the intention to spark innovation, creativity and / or growth. When you ask better questions, you get better answers, so we urge you to carve out time to sit with and consider these questions.    Ben then discusses why most people...

On today's solocast, Ben shares about a new paradigm that has shifted the way he meditates and pursues fulfillment. He believes there are four key components to wholeness, each of which contributes to success and growth. Ben discusses how to stop accepting anything less than greatness and get out of society's trap of mediocrity. It may not be fault that you're in it, but once you have the awarenes...

Pura Vida from Costa Rica Muscle Intelligence Family. We believe that being Lean, Healthy, and Muscular for Life shouldn't be confusing and we aim to support your greatest life in a body that you LOVE! On today's solocast, Ben dives into 6 topics that are high priority right now that will add value to your life. The Key to a Successful life: People that succeed in life do this better than anyone e...