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Why Are Testosterone Levels Declining? (& What Should We Do About It) | Blake Bowman | Better Man Podcast Ep. 029

In this episode, I’m talking to Blake Bowman, a postural alignment and corrective exercise coach who’s been in this industry for over a decade. During that period, he learned that health and performance is a chess board consisting of many critical moving pieces.

Blake has been a guinea pig almost his entire life. After suffering a grueling injury, he couldn’t find help to get his body repaired. He could lift 500 pounds on a deadlift at one point but couldn’t go on a hike. So, he took matters into his own hands and learned how to fix himself. Today, he’s stronger, has better posture, and is healthier than ever.

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The Ultimate Guide to Dealing with Injuries | Dean Pohlman | Better Man Podcast Ep. 028

Nobody likes getting injured. They wreck your routine, undermine your mental health, and stop your progress towards your fitness goals.

But they’re a natural part of working out. And when you understand why injuries happen, they can actually be an opportunity for growth.

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How To Make Sustained Weight Loss Easier | Dr. Anthony Balduzzi | Better Man Podcast Ep. 027

If you’ve ever tried to lose weight, you know how difficult it can be. And you know what? Sustaining your weight loss after achieving your goals is even more difficult.

In this episode, Dr. Anthony from the Fit Father Project, who has helped over 50,000 men achieve long-term weight loss, joins me to discuss his best strategies, mindsets, and habits to simplify your weight loss journey.

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Making Fitness-Focused Yoga For Men | Dean Pohlman | Better Man Podcast Ep. 026

We recently launched new ads for Man Flow Yoga’s Strength Foundations Challenge, and the “yoga trolls” have come out in full force. They question why we’re gendering yoga, why we’re taking out the spirituatialy, and claim Man Flow Yoga is not real yoga.

Here’s the truth:

Man Flow Yoga is not “real” yoga in the traditional sense. But that’s a good thing. Not all men want to use yoga to improve their spirituality. In fact, most men want a gentle workout that can help their gym gains, prevent injuries, and make them feel their best each day.

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How Yoga Unlocks Radical Self-Acceptance | Benjamin Sears | Better Man Podcast Ep. 025

Many men stumble into yoga after a debilitating injury prevents them from training. This is how both Benjamin Sears and I discovered yoga. But even though this may be the cause of starting yoga, the reason you stay could be completely different.

Some men use it as a way to enhance their strength training and prevent injuries. Others use it to develop more flexibility and keep joint pain at bay. And some men find the tough workouts give them a way to develop radical self-awareness and self-acceptance.

Today’s guest, yoga instructor and founder of LuxYoga, Benjamin Sears, uses yoga to accomplish all three goals. Not only has yoga helped him improve his physical health, but it’s also made him a kinder person — to himself and to others.

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Diabetic Vietnam Vet Stays Healthy at Home with Man Flow Yoga (Member Highlight: Jack Chew)

20 years ago, Vietnam Vet Jack Chew went in for a routine doctor appointment which changed the course of his life.

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Recapping Season 1, What’s Next, & Getting Back on Track When Life Throws Curveballs | Dean Pohlman | Better Man Podcast Ep. 024

I started the BMP because I saw a gap in the way that men talk about their overall health and well-being, and …

When life throws you curveballs, it’s easy to set your workout regimen and habits aside. Then wonder why you don’t feel as great as you normally would. You’re not immune to life’s curveballs, and neither am I.

I’ll be honest - I’ve had a rough couple of months. Traveling more than usual led to getting COVID — while I’m in the middle of moving. I hadn’t had a normal workout in weeks, which made my back pain resurface with a vengeance. And I noticed I was in a state of mild depression - until I tried a few simple grounding techniques to re-establish my habits.

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Change Your Beliefs, Change Your Life | Jesse O’Brien | Better Man Podcast Ep. 023

Men aren’t encouraged to talk about their emotions and vulnerabilities. They’re encouraged to bury them deep inside and “man up.” That mindset could lead to isolation, loneliness, emotional disconnection from loved ones, and all sorts of other problems down the road.

Today’s guest, Alex Holmes, offers a different, more empowering solution for men around the world. Alex is an award-winning podcaster, mental health coach, and author of the book Time To Talk: How Men Think About Love, Belonging and Connection.

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The Breath Series 28-Day Challenge

The Breath Series 28-Day Challenge is all about the power of your BREATH. The workouts are full-body, addressing strength, flexibility, and balance, but the big focus of these workouts is your breathing; how it affects your body awareness, your ability to work deeper into the poses, and to hold yourself in the poses for longer.

You’ll focus on your breathing like never before, and you can expect tremendous improvements in your physical fitness, your mental well-being, and your overall health as a result.

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Aligning Your Mind and Body | Sean Vigue | Better Man Podcast Ep. 022

Men aren’t encouraged to talk about their emotions and vulnerabilities. They’re encouraged to bury them deep inside and “man up.” That mindset could lead to isolation, loneliness, emotional disconnection from loved ones, and all sorts of other problems down the road.

Today’s guest, Alex Holmes, offers a different, more empowering solution for men around the world. Alex is an award-winning podcaster, mental health coach, and author of the book Time To Talk: How Men Think About Love, Belonging and Connection.

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