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277_Q&A: Is Breakfast Overrated, Does Late-Night Eating Ruin Your Sleep, and How Many Calories Should You Really Eat?
Welcome to The Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show If you're looking for real nutrition strategies that help you build a strong, lean body without the BS of restrictive dieting, then you're in the right place.I’m Coach Ben, and for the past 20 years,...
276_What Nutritionists & Dietitians Aren’t Telling You – Real Talk with Matt Hoodie
Welcome back to another episode of the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show.In today's conversation, I chop it up with my friend Matt Hoodie, a dietician, nutrition coach, and gym owner here in Scottsdale, AZ. What We Discuss:The Obesity Paradox: Why obesity rates...
275_The Dark Side of the Supplement Industry with Jordan Bokser
In today’s conversation, I catch up with my buddy Jordan Bokser, a health practitioner and supplement expert with extensive experience working in the supplement industry for some very reputable and popular brands.As someone who had a supplement company and formulated...
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A Spring Break Lesson on Pushing Past ‘Good Enough’
My family and I are in San Diego for the kids spring break. Yesterday, Kristina (my wife) and I were playing pickleball against another couple, and the husband was in rough shape… He was overweight, immobile, and huffing and puffing. His wife had to pick...
Stop Breaking Promises to Yourself
In college, I had a rugby buddy who I’d train with at the gym almost daily. It was the summer before my senior year and I decided to stay in Tucson (University of Arizona) so I could study for the GRE’s as well as train for the upcoming rugby season. ...
Invitation to Work Together: Take Your Health to the Next Level with Our Signature 1:1 Coaching Program
This is an invitation to work together in our signature 1:1 coaching program to take your physical results to the next level. This offer is for individuals over 30 who want to lose their next 20+ lbs, get fit and leaner, and finally feel like they have control over...
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This One Strategy Will Save You at Halloween Parties
Halloween is notorious for being a festive yet challenging time for those trying to maintain their nutrition goals. Between the overflowing candy bowls, irresistible-themed treats, and party indulgences, it’s easy to fall off track. But what if I told you there’s one...
Invitation to Work Together: Take Your Health to the Next Level with Our Signature 1:1 Coaching Program
This is an invitation to work together in our signature 1:1 coaching program to take your physical results to the next level. This offer is for individuals over 30 who want to lose their next 20+ lbs, get fit and leaner, and finally feel like they have control over...
Sowing, Growing, and Reaping: Applying Farming Wisdom to Your Fitness Journey
The farmer, with their farming wisdom, understands that there are seasons. There’s one to plant the seeds….one to plow and tend to the fields...and one to reap the harvest. Can you imagine what most of us would be like as a farmer? It’d be...
Latest from Supplementation
How to Choose a Protein Bar
Protein Bars 101 You know the drill. You’re on the go, in between meetings, just finished a workout, waiting at the airport for a flight, or just searching for a quick, affordable, and “healthy” snack to satisfy you in between meals. And let’s be honest,...
The Pros and Cons of Whey Protein
Whey protein is a very popular dietary supplement, especially among bodybuilders and athletes. In this post I’m going to talk about: 1. What whey is 2. The different forms of whey protein supplementation 3. Major benefits of supplementing with whey as...
3 Overlooked Ingredients Every Pre-Workout MUST Have
The nutrients that you consume pre-workout can make a big difference on your exercise performance, recovery, and fat loss. If you have plenty of time before hitting the gym you could opt for a pre-workout meal. However, many of us are pressed for time and...