The Better Man Podcast

The biggest problem affecting men today is that we don't get to connect with similar men on a deeper level. I struggle with this too, so you're not alone.  Modern life fills our calendars with to-do's, family, and stress, which doesn't leave much time to connect deeply with other men. When we do hang out with other men, it's usually superficial: Watching sports, talking about the news, or having a...

We've been told conventional health wisdom so much that most people believe it blindly. Things like you need to do cardio to lose weight. Eating fat makes you fat. And you need to eat at least 3 servings of grains to be healthy.  The trouble is, these conventional health wisdoms aren't true. And today's guest, Mark Sisson—founder of Primal Nutrition and Primal Kitchen, best-selling author, and pub...

The statistics around New Year's Resolutions are startling:  23% of people give up on their New Year's Resolution by the end of the first week. By the end of January, 43% of people had already quit on their resolutions. And only 9% of people actually complete their resolutions by the end of the year.  Why?  Well, most people don't understand how to properly reflect on the past year and set realist...

Modern society, social media, and other outside forces convince us that we're not living up to the best version of ourselves. So, despite already maxing out our willpower, we continue to try to add more and more habits to reach this idealized version of ourselves.  But here's the thing…  The fastest and most effective way to create positive change in your life is by subtracting habits that no long...

Two weeks ago, I invited Andrew Daniel onto the Better Man Podcast. In that episode, he revealed the booby trap of the self-help industry which keeps millions of people stuck and miserable.  We also briefly discussed his groundbreaking Cinesomatics methodology. Well, in today's episode he guides me through a sample Cinesomatics session—so you can see how it works in real life. The result?  It was...

BMP-Ep073: The 9 Life-Enhancing Benefits of Gratitude (And How To Start)  Humans are hardwired to focus on the negative. This "biological glitch" saved us from tiger attacks in the past—but it causes unnecessary suffering today. It's unnatural to focus on the good things, which is why practicing gratitude is both so difficult and rewarding.  But you know what?  The more you practice gratitude, the...

The self-help industry is a massive industry. And for good reason: Self-help can teach you how to be the cause in your life rather than the effect. It shows you that you can change your life's direction and outlook.  But what if self-help doesn't work for you? What if you've read all the books, and still find yourself stuck?  The unfortunate truth is many that travel down the self-help road find t...

When we start something new—whether a new financial plan, fitness regimen, or diet protocol—there's a period that happens a few weeks in when we haven't seen results, and start doubting ourselves.  In fact, this is the #1 reason many people give up on new plans too soon. They let their doubts consume them, and convince them to switch to another new plan, only to repeat the cycle again in a few wee...

Should you try switching to a plant-based diet? Is it really that much better than eating meat? What are the unique benefits—and common pitfalls—of a vegan diet?  These are all questions I wanted to ask nutritional expert Adam Sud on Episode 68 of the Better Man Podcast. But we ran out of time because his story of conquering diabetes, substance abuse, and mental health problems was too captivating...

We're living through an epidemic right now…  But it's not on TV, making headlines, or even talked about that much by the health and wellness industry.  The epidemic?  Men over 40 are overweight, obese, and riddled with pain!  The statistics behind this are shocking: Over 50% of men over age 40 are overweight.  Despite everyone knowing how to lose weight, it's much easier said than done. That's why...

In 2012, Adam Sud lived a completely different life than he does today:  He weighed 350 lbs, had diabetes, and was at risk for heart disease. He suffered from substance abuse disorder, depression, and anxiety. And on August 21, 2012, he attempted to end his life…  Well, his failed suicide attempt made him realize something:  Despite the emotional and spiritual pain that coursed through him, he dis...

As we grow older, more concerns pop up about our fitness, health, and longevity. While these are valid concerns and something that we're all going to confront at some point, they can sometimes be isolating.  We think we're the only way having these concerns, and it makes us feel lonely. Well, I've been conducting research with Man Flow Yoga Members in their 50s, 60s, and 70s about their fitness co...

While the phrase "mental health" has never been more popular, the sad truth is that men's mental health is at an all-time low.  We shy away from tough conversations with loved ones, we don't have a group of other men to vent with, and sometimes we have no clarity over our emotions.  But there is nothing more important as a man than your mental health. Chase Chewning, today's guest, is the perfect...

I have the same worries about life, finances, and my long-term health as you do. I struggle with many of the same things you struggle with too—whether it's working out, eating healthy, staying present, saving money, and the list goes on.  If I can be brutally honest with you… It's exhausting.  All of these fears, worries, and doubts cause stress. And stress makes everything harder. Here's the thin...

When you exercise consistently and push your body past its limits, injuries can happen. The problem is, most guys don't know the best way to recover from current injuries and prevent future ones.  For example, most guys think passive stretching can reduce injuries, but this isn't exactly true. Stretching does provide relief, but without strengthening the underlying muscles, joints, and tendons aro...

Most people believe that they need motivation to start a big task. Whether it's a new project, a new workout routine, or a new way to enhance your relationships.  But here's the problem:  Motivation ebbs and flows like the wind. Some days you feel a surge of motivation, but other days your motivational tank is on E.  The people who stick with their goals aren't the most motivated, but they have a...

Everyone on the planet ages the same way: We all lose muscle mass as we age.  And muscle mass is actually one of the most crucial aspects to your overall health and wellbeing:  Muscle mass can prevent diseases (from minor ones to severe ones). It makes you happier. And it's actually the #1 biggest predictor of quality of life as you age.  In fact, the science is clear:  People who exercise live ha...

There's a trap that we all fall into when we want to build healthier habits. Everyone falls into this trap. Myself included.  The trap?  Waiting until we're out of a busy season of our life to get started on our goals.  Here's the truth:  Life never stops throwing things at you. You will NEVER have the perfect time to start.  And you know what?  Avoiding this trap is much simpler than you think......

Have you ever wondered what it means to thrive? To have a life so fulfilling that you wake up every morning bursting with energy?  Many of us go through life on autopilot: We don't question what we're doing or why we're doing it. We get used to our jobs and our day-to-day routines, sinking into a comfort that can quickly morph into depression if we don't question ourselves, our careers, and our li...

I've gone through several different "phases" of my fitness routine over the years. I've done both weight training exclusively and yoga exclusively, and each of them caused their own set of problems: Only lifting weights impacted my mobility, and led to more frequent injuries. While only doing yoga hurt my muscle mass, and caused me to develop weakness across various muscle groups. But for the past...

Everyone has certain traumas and insecurities that your body stores deep inside itself. And it turns out that yoga is one of the best ways to address this deep-seated trauma and insecurities.  Take today's guest, comedian Drew Lynch, for example. While working on his dream to become an actor, Drew suffered a brutal softball injury that left him with a stutter. This stutter instantly wrecked his dr...

Humans are lazy: We want to spend the least amount of energy for the greatest award. It's built into our DNA.  Yet, when it comes to setting goals, we forget how lazy we can be, how fickle motivation is, and have a tendency to make big, elaborate goals.  Here's the problem:  When our motivation levels fall, we give up on these big elaborate goals completely. The good news is there's a better way t...

Mike Bledsoe, former CEO of Barbell Shrugged and today's guest, had everything from the outside looking in. His business made millions. He was a world-renowned strongman and Olympic lifting coach. He had what seemed like a successful marriage. And he hit all of society's most common metrics for success.  There was only one problem…  Mike was deeply troubled. He wasn't living the life he wanted bec...

Do you struggle with getting in shape and working towards your fitness goals? Well, I have good and bad news.  The bad news?  We each have certain "fitness glitches" that prevent us from getting in shape and moving closer towards your ideal body. Things like relying on motivation to start, having an entitled mentality, and avoiding emotional vulnerability are prime examples of these "glitches."  T...

The quality of your relationships is the single most important thing for your health and happiness. Relationships are more important than exercise, nutrition, sleep, and even your genetics.  But there are many men silently struggling with their relationships.  we tend to shy away from our most vulnerable emotions, and by doing so we actually prevent ourselves from creating a "higher love relations...