Live Life Aggressively Podcast W/mike Mahler & Sincere Hogan

Dr. Garth Davis, is the author of the best-selling book "Proteinaholic," and is a highly sought-after and respected physician and bariatric surgeon based in Houston, Texas.  Dr. Davis joins us to discuss the following:   Dr. Davis discusses when a diet (even a plant-based diet) isn't enough to help those dealing with morbid obesity Dr. Davis addresses those who claim plant proteins are inadequate, in terms of protein Dr. Davis shares why we don't need as much protein as we think, even certain athletes Dr. Davis shares where the theory of getting a certain amount of protein per kilogram/pound per day began & why we should rethink it Why are carbs considered evil and why this entire idea, as well as the idea of carbs make you fat, is flawed What was the turning point that led Dr. Davis to a plant-based diet, as well as prescribing it for his patients Dr. Davis shares his view of ketogenic diets Why chicken may be making you fat and what meat is the one Dr. Davis recommends over others, and why What's Dr.

Corey Beasley, is the owner of Innovative Results training center in Costa Mesa, CA. & is a top MMA Strength and Conditioning coach who has worked with MMA athletes such as the UFC's Ian McCall, Jessica Penne, James "Lightning" Wilks, Carla Esparza, and others. Corey joins us to discuss the following:   Corey shares how he effectively designs training programs for combat athletes What is the ideal training situation for combat athletes & how can it help reduce injuries among fighters Corey shares what UFC vet Shane Carwin observed from today's combat athlete that he wished he and other pros had experienced What is the first thing every coach should do with their athlete Corey shares how he assesses his combat athletes before beginning personalized training program  Corey shares his opinion of Nick Curson's style of coaching, and strength and conditioning for combat athletes What is Corey's approached to volume and conditioning when training combat athletes & how does mobility and stability come

Jake Shannon, creator of the Macebell, Scientific Wrestling, & the Pin & Submit training seminars, joins us to discuss the following:     Jake discusses how he created the macebell & shares the benefits of training with macebells  What is the one issue that most modern macebell manufacturers are missing in terms of macebell design Jake shares why adding water or sand to increase the weight of the macebell is not a great idea How are macebells and kettlebells similar and how do they compliment each other What is scientific wrestling and how did Jake come up with the concept Jake shares how he met and worked with catch as-catch can legends Karl Gotch, Fujiwara, and Billy Robinson What is Jake's connection to MMA stars, Frank Shamrock & Josh Barnett Jake discusses his Pin & Submit seminars (http://pinandsubmit.com) & who is the ideal attendee Are Jake's seminars viable for personal defense of everyday citizen       All this and much more:   Links & Resources mentioned in the sh

Ori Hofmekler, best known as the author of best-selling books such as, "The Warrior Diet," "The Anti-Estrogen Diet," as well as "Maximum Muscle:Minimum Fat," returns to discuss the health benefits of stress, why you should rethink all of the popular hype surrounding stevia, anti-oxidants, vitamins, and minerals, plus the following:     Ori shares why consuming stevia is like checking your underwear during a house-fire Why does food and sugar addiction not get the same attention as other addictions such as sex, drugs, & gambling addiction Ori shares why stress is beneficial and necessary, as why you should not try to eliminate it from your life What is intermittent stress training & how can you benefit from it in and outside of the gym Why is stress our birthright and how does it have nutritional benefits Ori discusses a technique you should do the next time you are engaged in a food binging session, in order t get it under control Which plants contain stress mimicking nutrients & how should you

Christian Thibaudeau is a Canadian bodybuilder, author, and world renown strength coach. Christian gained notability in the online bodybuilding world in the late 1990s as a key contributor to the online bodybuilding magazine, IronMag. He is currently a frequent contributor to Testosterone Magazine and coaches athletes in person and via online. He has been applauded by fellow trainers for his willingness to accept and incorporate other ideas into his training program. Christian joins the LLA Show  to discuss the following:     Is there a benefit when lifting weights immediately after sprinting What is a good starting point for beginners and intermediates in terms of prescribing sprints in their training program What, in Christian's experience, is the characteristic of the ideal Crossfit athlete What is "On The Verge Lactic Acid Training" & how does it benefit pushing your training further & work capacity What does Louie Simmons say about maxing out & why should this help you rethink how you appro

Mark Leruste, also known as "The Unconventional Hustler, is an award winning men's health activist, coach, and author of the book "It's Not You, It's Me." Mark is known for sharing his expertise and experience, regarding the ups and downs of what it's really like to start a business. Mark joins the LLA Show  to discuss the following:   The guys share their thoughts on UFC 196, what's next for Miesha Tate, Holly Holm, Conor McGregor & Nate Diaz, Cormier vs Jones Mark discusses the missing link between mental health and life after being a professional athlete Mark discusses "Corporate Adultery" at work & why you may be committing it, and if not, why you should start  Mark shares how he connected and worked with the founder of the "Movember" movement How anger be pain's bodyguard Mark shares why you may want to read the book, "The Pleasure Trap" Mark shares the pros and cons of counseling and/or therapy Why are self-help and success seminars like spending too much time at the blackjack table   All

Fitness pro, Ted Ryce, returns to the LLA Show to discuss the following:     What are the pros and cons of the personal development industry How negative events in your life can be the biggest boost in your life Ted shares how Brazilian jiu jitsu helped him snap through the fear of taking risk in other aspects of his life Should you share your goals publicly & is there any substance to writing down specific goals Mike & Ted discuss how men can get more tail than a toilet seat Ted shares how his current training programming has him excited, although he admits to not be very good at it Can isometrics be the next trend in fitness and overall health in strength training Ted shares how his "Be The Change" movement is helping to find missing children and adults Why there those claim to be pro-capitalism but are actually pro-socialism   All this and much more:   Links & Resources mentioned in the show: Keep the LLA Podcast free. Become a monthly supporter via $5 or more on Patreon: http://www.p

This week, Mike & Sincere discuss the following:   Mike discusses new studies showing the fat-burning and estrogen-blocking effects of green tea Mike shares his progress utilizing Matt Kroc's squat program How can you benefit from Pavel Tsatsouline's greasing the groove program with just about any exercise Why quality of performance should be your main training objective Why you should keep track of your business or personal finances in the same manner as you keep your training journal Why "the journey" is the juice Could there be another LLA podcast course in the works Did Raphael Dos Anjos get the LLA jinx   All this and much more:   Links & Resources mentioned in the show: Keep the LLA Podcast free. Become a monthly supporter via $5 or more on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/llapodcast Warrior Angels Foundation:  http://warriorangelsfoundation.org Purchase Aggressive Strength products: http://strengthbymahler.com Purchase Aggressive Strength Bundles:  http://budurl.com/mahlerbundles Purchas

Top strength coach and author, Scott Shetler returns to the LLA Show to discuss the following:     Scott shares his recent travels to Westside Barbell & what he learned from the legendary Louie Simmons Scott discusses the benefits of utilizing bands during deadlifts The guys discuss Rafael Dos Anjos's current training program, Jon Jones, Conor McGregor, & the missing link of proper strength training in MMA Scott shares what he learned from Louie's chair deadlift technique The guys discuss a recent episode of the Joe Rogan podcast w/the producers of Cowspiracy & the fallacy of grass fed beef Why twitter wars are senseless, especially in terms of diet choices Why are the guys discussing Bacon Buttered Coffee   All this and much more:   Links & Resources mentioned in the show: Keep the LLA Podcast free. Become a monthly supporter via $5 or more on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/llapodcast Warrior Angels Foundation:  http://warriorangelsfoundation.org Purchase Aggressive Strength product

Top strength coach, Vince McConnell returns to the show to discuss the lost art of training longevity, how constantly chasing PRs is impeding your training progress, training wisdom from Clarence Bass that simply works at any age, as well as the following:     Vince discusses the difference between your real age and your training age Why are mobility exercises like a gateway drug Where is the only place that consistent PRs happen What are some of the common mistakes many trainees make as the get older & how you can avoid them Why do some see certain exercises as "old friends" and why that may work against you, during your training When can a 176 pound kettlebell deadlift be in the same neighborhood as an 800 lb barbell deadlift Why page 76 of your favorite fitness magazine may not be the best use of your training time  What are the benefits of performing mobility first thing in the morning  What is "coaxing the gains" and how can you apply this theory to improve your training program Vince shares why yo

Adam Blake, the bassist for the New York hardcore punk band, H2O joins Mike & Sincere this week to discuss the following:   The guys discuss Pantera, Phil Anselmo's recent racist comments, Anderson Silva, armchair fighters How much is an ass-whipping worth to you What can the hardcore genre of music teach us about racism Adam shares what to expect from H2O's current album Adam discusses why a band's break up is not necessarily a break up Why the idea of "bottle service" is flawed Why the right music choice plays a big part in your training program Adam discusses how he fits training into a very busy schedule & what he picked up from Steve Maxwell Mike shares why a sports massage is like car maintenance      All this and much more:   Links & Resources mentioned in the show: Keep the LLA Podcast free. Become a monthly supporter via $5 or more on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/llapodcast Warrior Angels Foundation:  http://warriorangelsfoundation.org Purchase Aggressive Strength products: 

This week, Mike & Sincere discuss the following:   How to manage caffeine stimulation via theanine How CNS exhaustion plays a major role in hindering training goals & how to counteract it Why Dr. Fred Hatfield's Zig Zag dieting approach is very beneficial Why is Sincere the carbohydrate anti-Christ The guys discuss the flawed idea of cheat meals and moderation  How can a quote from the philosopher Rumi, help you help others more effectively Why simply being good at something is not enough What you can learn from Sevendust, Megadeth, and others, regarding keeping things relevant  Why did the guys end the show discussing 3 dimensional camel toes     All this and much more:   Links & Resources mentioned in the show: Keep the LLA Podcast free. Become a monthly supporter via $5 or more on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/llapodcast Warrior Angels Foundation:  http://warriorangelsfoundation.org Purchase Aggressive Strength products: http://strengthbymahler.com Purchase Aggressive Strength Bund

This week, Mike & Sincere discuss the following:   Why denial is a river and not an accurate measure for health What is the Japanese philosophy of "kaizen" & how is it an ideal approach to training  Defining negligence and accidents could be the difference on avoiding injuries at the gym Why taking 2 steps forward and 1 step back is not necessarily a bad thing What we can learn from UFC star and Bantamweight champ Dominick Cruz's recent comeback victory Avoiding a Powerball attitude towards your training goals and life Why your time = No refunds & why all sales are final Why being in "maintenance mode" is a delusion     All this and much more:   Links & Resources mentioned in the show: Help LLA friend of the show, Jase Nibourg, kick cancer's ass by donating at: http://www.gofundme.com/z3sh4v4 Keep the LLA Podcast free. Become a monthly supporter via $5 or more on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/llapodcast Warrior Angels Foundation:  http://warriorangelsfoundation.org Purchase Aggress

Dr. Mark Gordon is a pioneer in hormone testing and replacement in victims of traumatic brain injury & has now treated scores of brain-injured patients, balancing their deficient hormones and achieving remarkable recovery, even in patients who are years out from their original injury. Dr. Gordon returns to discuss the following:   Dr. Gordon discusses his thoughts on the recent phenomenon of young men experiencing low testosterone Is there a correlation between head trauma and hormonal deficiencies How does toxicity in the environment play a part in disrupting the endocrine system What is the connection to high blood pressure and low testosterone levels Why if you are exhibiting the behavior of a toddler, you may need to get your DHEA checked immediately Dr. Gordon shares his opinion on utilizing medicinal marijuana to treat TBI or PTSD Is there a connection between marijuana and low testosterone How may Viagra be a life-saving drug (& it's not for the obvious reason) Dr. Gordon discusses the movi

Lee Boyce is a highly respected and sought-after strength coach, professional fitness writer, and an ex-athlete. Lee is based in Toronto, where he currently works with, as he describes,  not-so-slight-at-heart clients, for strength, general conditioning, corrective training, sports performance and muscle development.    Lee is also a contributing author for a number of popular fitness magazines including : Men's Health, Men's Fitness, TNATION, Muscle & Fitness, Esquire, Men's Journal and Bodybuilding.com. Lee helps Mike and Sincere kick off the first episode of 2016, as they discuss the following:   The guys discuss their training goals for 2016 How to avoid the pitfalls of setting the wrong training goals How has Lee benefited most from recent injuries How is Mike currently utilizing a "greasing the groove" technique to achieve his pressing goals What is Lee's view on mobility and are there any go-to mobility drills he suggests Why every parent should watch "The Marinovich Project" on Netflix & HB

Heavy metal bassist, Rob "Blasko" Nicholson is perhaps best known for his performances on Rob Zombie's solo albums, and is currently part of Ozzy Osbourne's band. Nicholson is also noted for his contribution as bassist to metal band Cryptic Slaughter within underground metal circles. Blasko joins the LLA show to talk the parallels between being an entrepreneur in the music industry, compared to the fitness industry, overcoming demons, the benefits of bringing something of value to the table (even if it's a good laugh), when seeking business partnerships, as well as the following:   The guys discuss the issue of "Nuisance Networking" in the fitness and music industry, and how you can avoid it How "paying dues" is becoming a lost art Why execution trumps ideas on any given day What part of Mike's book "Live Life Aggressively" left Blasko totally mind-blown  What can aspiring musicians and fitness professionals learn from music artist Adele Blasko discusses how performing with Ozzy Osbourne is not the epitome 

Controversial supplement industry watchdog, Anthony Roberts returns to talk about the good, the bad, and the misconceptions of selective androgen receptor modulators (SARMS),  ideal candidates for "performance enhancing" supplements, the benefits of "gym-screaming," the psychology of missed deadlift attempts, Conor McGregor vs. Jose Aldo,  as well as the following:   The guys talk this past weekend's UFC match ups The guys discuss the detriment of supplement sponsorships in MMA & how fighters could thrive financially Why a coach should be able to let an online client go, after 3 months Why writing a book is like producing an album in the 80s What's the big deal regarding SARMS, in terms of performance enhancement, and who is the ideal candidate How did Anthony discover SARMS & which are his go-to's Anthony shares what he feels is the optimal cycle to take Ostarine When is the best time to scream, when lifting heavy weight, & why it's beneficial How do you mentally recover from a missed attempt

What happens when you mash up the Travel Channel, Food Network,NatGeo channel, & the fitness programs of classic ESPN? You get Luke Sniewski's "Million Ways To Live" project on YouTube. "Million Ways To Live" is a clear example of how Luke lives his life aggressively, by merging his lifelong desire to travel the world with his lifelong love of physical culture, despite how many critics would think his lifestyle is crazy and not practical.     Listen in, as Luke shares how the "Million Ways To Live" project not only became a hit YouTube channel and book, but how it has inspired others, as well as himself, to use physical culture, food, travel, and various tools for rest and recovery, to reconnect with ourselves and others around the world, as well as the following:   Luke shares how he utilizes traveling around the world for more than simply being another tourist Luke discusses the unique hunting philosophy of the Masai tribe & what we can learn from them Luke shares the Masai's version of the NFL com

It's that time of the year, where waistlines usually get bigger, while bank accounts get a lot slimmer. Financial expert, Rohit Kalra joins us, to discuss why your fiscal fitness and physical fitness are in direct correlation with one another. Also, Rohit shares the top personal financial strategies you can implement right now, to avoid going into the new year in debt, while increasing your "net cash flow," as well as the following: What is "net cash flow" & why is it something anyone who "makes money" needs to understand & start today How is increasing your net cash flow like pursuing a healthy diet or utilizing the proper training program How does Rohit help his clients find the proper mindset to change their income  for the better Why do you need to take a "ruthless approach" to increasing your net cash flow How is social media playing a part in keeping you in the poor house What should you invest in, once you optimize your net cash flow....it may not be what you think Why should "investing in yo

Top strength expert and highly sought-after coach, Charles Poliquin, returns to discuss the following:   The guys discuss the recent win by Holly Holm over Ronda Rousey Charles shares his view of adding powerlifting to MMA strength and conditioning Why is Charles a fan of neurotransmitter testing in order to evaluate and program for athletes Charles shares the qualities of a good coach (as well as a smart trainee) The guys talk fake weight plates and how fitness magazines sell the lie of hard training Why has Charles given up on viewing testosterone as an anabolic marker in male athletes Why is Charles a big fan of DHEA and why males should strive to have optimal DHEA When is the best time to train, in order to make more gains Why is it important to plan for success, in terms of your training When is cortisol actually your best friend Charles shares his feelings on alcohol and/or marijuana and anabolism. You may be surprised by his response Charles shares some of his preferred recovery methods What are some