The Best Experience

Nick Best and his co-host thank new Patreon members, explain Patreon perks, and note Nick is recovering and feeling better after 10–11 days of IV antibiotics. Nick answers where fans can meet him, including the Home Gym Expo in Louisville, Kentucky (July 30 weekend), the Olympia, and Official Strongman Games in November, and confirms he’ll do photos, autographs, and meet-and-greets; they also ment...

After a two-week break, the hosts welcome new free Patreon members and explain the absence was due to Nick Best’s emergency surgery following an infection in his right hip after successful double hip replacement. Nick details the ongoing drainage, hospital stay, bacteria identification, PICC line placement, and a daily home antibiotic plan through August 4 followed by six months of oral antibiotic...

Nick Best and his co-host welcome viewers to the Best Experience Podcast, thank new free members, and answer two questions: why free-weight squats and deadlifts better mimic real-life movement than Hammer Strength machines, and what advice Nick would give his 30-year-old self about training, recovery, relationships, finances, and longevity, including prioritizing tendon recovery, adjusting trainin...

Nick Best and his co-host welcome new Patreon members and answer three questions: how to maintain muscle mass during recovery, the differences between free-weight squats/deadlifts and Hammer Strength machines, and a behind-the-scenes competition travel experience that changed Nick’s perspective. Nick shares an update on healing from hip surgery complications, including ongoing drainage, antibiotic...

Nick Best and his co-host go live to explain the episode’s delayed release due to travel issues, welcome new paid and free members, and remind fans that tiered members can submit questions. Nick answers a Patreon question about Jesse Marunde, sharing memories from 2006 and describing Jesse as a loyal, family-focused man, while noting he and Callie are no longer married. He gives a rehab update aft...

Nick Best returns home after hip surgery, shares gratitude for support, and notes he’s down 22 pounds to 276. He thanks new Patreon paid and free members and answers questions about training longevity and recovery, saying he wouldn’t change his long-term heavy training approach and emphasizing slow, methodical rehab. Nick describes the toughest parts of recovery—severe bone pain, patience, and tem...

Nick Best and his co-host return live after missing a week due to Nick’s surgery, broadcasting from Encompass Health rehab hospital as Nick deals with persistent post-intubation hiccups. They promote their Patreon tiers and answer fan questions, including how to choose between different interpretations of a situation (judge by what works and results) and thoughts on casein protein before bed (if r...

Nick Best and his co-host welcome a new Patreon member and answer questions about what Nick would redo in his World’s Strongest Man career, citing three key moments: pushing too hard in a qualifying keg carry then being too conservative in a rock-bag medley, taking bad squat warmup advice in 2013 China that put his back out after travel delays, and playing conservative on the 2017 elephant carry d...

Nick Best and co-host discuss Patreon perks, then answer questions about sponsorship and prize money at World’s Strongest Man, arguing sponsorships are still strong but limited by small grandstands and suggesting more seating and general admission to boost local revenue and sponsors. They explain bodybuilding can direct more money to athletes because it isn’t produced as a major TV show, while WSM...

Nick Best hosts a live episode of The Best Experience, welcomes new Patreon members, and answers a listener question about a month-long calf injury after extensive hiking and a massage. He suggests icing in ice water to reduce inflammation, restoring range of motion with light stretching, delaying deep massage until later healing, gradually strengthening with light calf raises, and allowing 6–8 we...

Nick Best hosts a live episode with longtime training partner “Big James,” discussing their strongman history since 2009, James’s 200kg granite stone world record at FIBO, and Nick’s recent 700lb squat PR at age 42. They answer a fan question about strength training for bone density and the benefits and cautions of vitamin D3, zinc, and selenium, emphasizing tracking variables and bloodwork. James...

The hosts go live, plug their Patreon tiers, welcome new member, and answer a question about protecting others from fake news by staying calm, educating through discussion, and holding media to being honest, fair, and impartial, while criticizing partisan news, corporate influence, and political incentives; they also call for restoring an updated FCC Fairness Doctrine and stricter accountability f...

Nick Best hosts a live Q&A for Patreon members with Trey Mitchell and Ben, discussing discipline and learning strongman skills by mastering event rules, technique details, and individualized training cycles while seeking advice to prevent injuries. They address a conspiracy theory about celebrity clones by recommending not engaging with such content, blocking sources, and quickly swiping past...

Welcome new Patreon members and discuss a listener question about whether to avoid U.S. news due to tragic war footage, concluding it’s important to stay informed while not letting it overwhelm daily life and to make choices like not supporting companies that support war. Joined by strongman veteran Chad Coy, they talk about the strongman community’s unusually supportive “family” culture despite i...

Nick Best and Ben welcome new Patreon member Men and answer questions about training, explaining differences between powerlifting (squat, bench, deadlift) and Olympic weightlifting (clean & jerk, snatch), including the higher technical demand, explosiveness, and potential injury risks of Olympic lifts while noting both are accessible with proper coaching. They discuss how many gym-goers lack i...

Nick Best and his co-host go live, thank new Patreon members Steve and Lynn, and explain Patreon perks including fan Q&A. Nick answers a question on what young strength athletes should understand, emphasizing patience, recovery timelines, and avoiding overtraining because tendons and ligaments heal slower than muscle, with long-term progress built over years through disciplined training, diet,...

Welcome a new Patreon members, answer questions about gray hair (saying it’s largely natural, suggesting accepting it or using dye, and noting collagen supports hair health but not color), and discuss sweets, explaining small amounts can be used to spike insulin after protein but overindulgence is unhealthy and may contribute to diabetes. They address “tech neck,” recommending better posture, brin...

Nick Best and co-host go live to welcome new members and answer two questions, covering spine alignment pain with advice to see a doctor or chiropractor and to strengthen the torso gradually using movements like Zercher squats, hyperextensions, and dumbbell side bends, plus committing seriously to physical therapy. Nick then shares his journey from college football and a dominant powerlifting run...

Welcome to another episode of 'The Best Experience' with your host, Nick Best! In this session, Nick dives deep into the difference between training hard and training smart, offering valuable advice for viewers of all ages and fitness levels. He shares insights on structuring workout routines, the importance of recovery, and personalized training techniques. Nick also discusses the recent Britain'...

Join us as we dive into practical ways to improve health and performance in our latest episode! We welcome new members, answer community questions, and offer expert tips on enhancing your immune system through rest, supplements, and nutrition. Discover the importance of sleep, get nutrition advice for children's growth, and learn about maintaining a healthy diet. Plus, we preview the upcoming Arno...

Join us in this power-packed episode as Nick Best sits down with legendary powerlifter Chad Aichs. Discover Chad's incredible lifting stats, including squatting over 1100 lbs, benching 821 lbs, and deadlifting 755 lbs with a torn hamstring. Explore the mental and physical techniques behind his success, the importance of creatine, deep breathing, and flexibility. Get insights from Chad's new book '...

In this live stream, Nick Best and his co-host thank their Patreon members for their support and answer their questions while waiting for Ed Coan to join. They delve into how to cultivate patience and avoid anger, with Nick emphasizing the importance of focusing on facts and logical thinking. Upon Ed's arrival, the conversation turns to his training experiences, particularly during an era with les...

In this episode, we express gratitude to our Patreon members and welcome new subscribers with a warm thank you. We delve into answering insightful questions about viewing mistakes as learning opportunities, recognizing recurring mistakes, and differentiating between healthy self-reflection and harmful self-negation. We also address dealing with hip inflammation, both through dietary recommendation...

Join us live as we kick off the New Year with gratitude for our members and new Patreon supporters! In this episode, we address the controversial topic of animal cell-cultured meat and its vegetarian classification. We also delve into the recent subway station attack in Taiwan, discussing the critical role of bystander intervention in deterring evil acts. Plus, we share vital tips for self-care, t...

Join us for the Best Experience Christmas special! In this episode, we welcome new Patreon members, answer subscriber questions on hydration tips, optimal sleep positions, elderly strength training, and managing anxiety and depression. Plus, enjoy some holiday movie recommendations and festive advice for navigating family gatherings. Don't miss this fun and informative session just in time for the...