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Butterfly Stretch for Beginners and Men | A Step-by-Step Tutorial

This groin stretch is beneficial for most men— especially office workers and athletes—because it releases tight hips and improves mobility. Do this stretch both before and after a workout to mobilize your hips and relieve lower-back pressure, or anytime you’re feeling tight and want a quick stretch.

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Is A Plant-Exclusive Diet Really Better Than Eating Meat? | Adam Sud | Better Man Podcast Ep. 070

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.

If you also have questions about a plant-based diet, this episode has the answers for you.

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From Couch Potato To Daily Yoga: How Man Flow Yoga Made 62-Year-Old Glenn Happier, Healthier, and More Confident (Member Highlight: Glenn L.)

Glenn went from zero activity for 30 years to noticing a bizarre feeling after making his daily yoga routine a habit: He started feeling really, really great. Better than he’s felt through his 40’s and 50’s—as a 62-year-old man.

Not only did his body feel great, but his posture improved too (something his wife always complained about to him because working at a desk for 30 years causes all sorts of postural problems).

But his physical health isn’t the only thing he improved with the help of Man Flow Yoga…

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Man Flow Yoga & Fit Father Project: How Men Over 40 Are Losing Weight & Eliminating Pain | Dr. Anthony Balduzzi | Better Man Podcast Ep. 069

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 I invited Dr. Anthony from the Fit Father Project onto today’s episode.

Not only is Dr. Anthony a brilliant mentor and coach, but the Fit Father Project has helped 49,965 men over 40 lose weight and keep it off.

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Overcoming Substance Abuse, Depression, and Diabetes | Adam Sud | Better Man Podcast Ep. 068

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.

Despite the emotional and spiritual pain that coursed through him, he discovered that his life was worth living. Plus, he realized that nothing was wrong with him… and that his substance abuse was exactly what his biology wanted him to do.

This realization led Adam to trying a series of 30-day experiments on himself to intentionally reorganize his life. And to prove to himself that he was worthy of feeling fully alive. 

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Fitness & Getting Older: The 8 Most Common Concerns Men Have About Fitness Longevity in Their 50s, 60s, and Beyond | Dean Pohlman | Better Man Podcast Ep. 067

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 concerns as they grow older…

And you know what?

80% of the answers were the exact same!

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Low Lunge for Beginners and Men | A Step-by-Step Tutorial

This posture is an essential pillar of a strong lower body. It strengthens your hips, glutes, thighs, and core, improves your hip mobility, and prevents injury in your knees, back, and hips. Low lunge is very important for people who sit often, as well as athletes interested in building power and preventing injury.

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The Biggest Problem Facing Men Today: Their Mental Health | Chase Chewning | Better Man Podcast Ep. 066

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 example of this.

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How Man Flow Yoga Helped A Former Minor League Hockey Player Get Back In Shape After Becoming A Dad (Member Highlight: Daniel H.)

After joining Man Flow Yoga, Daniel experienced a massive “win.” Before joining Man Flow Yoga, he realized that whenever he ran more than a mile, his right knee gave out. Besides being a former hockey player, Daniel is also an avid OCR (Obstacle Course Race) runner. And his right knee giving out whenever he ran more than a mile spelled trouble for his athletic career.

And so, Daniel originally signed up for the Bulletproof Your Knees program. Besides helping him revitalize his knee (and be able to run more than a mile without his right knee giving out), consistently following this program also helped him rekindle his love for exercise.

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Overcoming Overwhelm: Strategies for a Better Headspace | Dean Pohlman | Better Man Podcast Ep. 065

The human mind is programmed for negativity. This is how our ancestors survived when tiger threats loomed. And unless you upgrade the software your brain uses, life will continue being more stressful and miserable than it needs to be.

Today’s show is a bit different than usual. Instead of hammering home how to improve your physical health, I’m peeling back the curtain for you, revealing why I haven’t been in the best headspace lately, and what I’m doing to actively climb out of the negative emotional state I’ve been in.

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