Live Life Aggressively Podcast W/mike Mahler & Sincere Hogan

Ty Ritter is a stuntman, protection specialist, and founder of Project Child Save, which specializes in the rescue of children that have been kidnapped or sold into sexual slavery and child pornography worldwide. Ty joins us to discuss the following:   Ty discusses what motivated him to create Project Child Save  Ty shares steps that parents can do in order to help their children to be safer Ty shares how Pokemon may be the next accessory to kidnapping and sex trafficking  How does Ty work with medical and mental health specialist, once a child is recovered Ty shares his gruesome experiences with the cartels Ty shares how social media and how pride in your child's school only helps predator What are some good tips for parents whose children must walk home from school How has Ty's work affected his view of the world and how does he work through what he has experienced, on a daily basis How does Project Child Save prepare their team members to deal with the scenarios they encountered compared to what they may

Jerry Brainum returns to the LLA Show to discuss the following:     Jerry shares how his newsletter was inspired by a magazine he wrote for and was published by an editor of Penthouse Jerry describes training lower body with Arnold Schwarzenegger and why it was always an issue for Jerry Why should trainees take a look at citrulline, in terms of their training, as well as their pre-sexual performance Jerry describes the benefits of beta-alanine, in regards to high intensity training and how it helps prolong performance How can eating high amounts of red meat counteract the effects of creatine When is the best time to supplement with creatine Are beet powders better than actual beet juice, why should you add beets to your regimen, how much should you take, and when Jerry shares more benefits to caffeine, pre-workout, as well as some cautions, in regards to caffeine powders How can glutamine help, in terms of gut health What are the pros, cons, and myths of IGF-1   All this and much more:   Links & R

Ryan Andrews is a competitive bodybuilder turned registered dietitian, yoga instructor, and volunteer organic farmhand, Ryan trained at Johns Hopkins Medical Center, Kent State University, and the University of Northern Colorado. He’s authored/co-authored several books and has worked with Precision Nutrition for 7 years. Ryan joins the LLA Show to discuss the following:     How did Ryan transition from a bodybuilding lifestyle to a life focused on volunteering, plant-based eating, and focusing on the needs of others What are some of the biggest mistakes many make when transitioning to a plant-based diet Ryan shares his views of folks new to plant-based eating who may get caught up in the "social media diet savior" complex How does Ryan address those who focus too much on the macro aspect of a plant-based diet How does Ryan address the proverbial "protein" question What are the key points that Ryan recommends to clients focusing on a plant-based diet What is Ryan's opinion of supplements How does Ryan addre

Highly sought-after strength coach, Eric Cressey joins the LLA Show to discuss the following:     Eric shares the importance of speed necessary for efficient deadlifts and how it has helped him lift nearly 5 times his bodyweight What is the biggest mistake most deadlifters commit Are pre-lifting cues an asset to deadlifts or just pre-performance theatrics Does Eric feel there is any benefit to deficit deadlifts Eric describes the importance of varying your grip for deadlifts Is there a good transfer from squat to deadlift or is it the other way around Eric shares if there are any benefits to performing a personal mock powerlifting meet Eric shares if there is any transfer from Olympic lifting to powerlifitng Eric discusses why you should not skip glute-ham raises Eric shares his opinion on the use of a weightbelt Eric discusses the benefits of the safety squat bar and other various bars Are there any merits to unstable surface training Mike helps clarify the substances involved in Jon Jones's recent removal

Burn guitarist & top strength coach, Gavin Van Vlack returns to the LLA Show to discuss the following:     Gavin talks being on tour with his band Burn, running his training facility, & creating multiple streams of income The guys discuss the importance of deload weeks, the downside & misconception of being strong first Why you may want to bring a newspaper with you the next time you have a heavy weight-training session Why should "Under-Roos" become the official sponsor of the LLA show The guys discuss the pros and cons of trapbar deadlifts  How is Wendler's 5-3-1 program currently working for Gavin Gavin shares his experience with acupuncture for recovery The fellas make their UFC 200 predictions   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:/

Robert Consulmagno is living breathing proof that Bi Polar disorder & Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) are nothing more than a fight…One that can be won and one that can be put back in ORDER! Cozmo speaks to Veterans and organizations about his own fight with PTSD & Bi-Polar Disorder and how to mount an effective attack against the chaos of life so that others can be encouraged during difficult times. Cozmo is currently ranked #2 in the World in purple belt Jiu Jitsu as well as a Marine Corps veteran. His bold, nationwide campaign to raise awareness for his fight against Bi Polar disorder and PTSD has raised support and caught the attention of the White House as well as the Department of Veterans Affairs. Cozmo joins the LLA Show to discuss the following:       Cozmo helps clarify what is bi-polar disorder Cozmo shares how early childhood trauma played a major part in his journey and mission today How did intense physical training and martial arts become a part of Cozmo's therapy Cozmo tells

This week, Mike & Sincere discuss the following:   Mike & Sincere answer listener's questions regarding Jim Wendler's 5-3-1 program & how to make it work for you Mike reviews the book "How Champions Think" The problem with PG movies and being adverse to violence Are there any benefits to magnesium testing? If so, which tests and why? Why you need Tiger Nut (yes, Tiger Nut) & how it can help boost your testosterone by up to 225% in 30 days If a man wakes up with an erection and it's a sign of optimal hormone optimization, what is a good indicator for women   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 Purchase New Warrior Training products: http://n

Joshua Manuel works with high-performance clients who need instant results. During his 14+ years of experience, Joshua has delivered results to professional MMA fighters, members of US Federal Law Enforcement agencies, Department of Defense, contractors assisting US State Department, trainers of Special Operations, and active-duty military. He is a Licensed Master Practicioner of Neurolinguistic Programming with the International Society of Neurolinguistic Programming, and a certified Hypnotherapist. Joshua joins us to discuss the following:   Joshua describes what motivated him to choose a career as a mindset coach focused on combat athletes How can you utilize anxiety to improve your performance in the gym What is the most common thing Joshua finds when taking on fighters as new clients How does Joshua help fighters come back from a devastating loss and/or injury How does Joshua help Sincere overcome the trauma of an incident involving Sincere spanking a guy several times on the ass Joshua shares how he

Jerry Brainum, is a well-known fitness and bodybuilding nutrition writer, with 35 years of experience and over 5,000 published magazine articles on his resume. Jerry has written and/or served in editor positions for such popular fitness publications such as: Muscle and Fitness, Flex, Men's Fitness, Sports Fitness, Muscular Development, Muscle Mag International, Ironman, and Planet Muscle.     Jerry has also served as a nutrition consultant for numerous elite, world-class athletes, including basketball star, Vlady Divac; Vassiily Jirov, voted the "best boxer" at the 1996 Summer Olympic Games, Floyd Mayweather Jr, David Kamau, and Oscar de La Hoya. Jerry joins us to discuss the following:   Why has Jerry never opened the bottle of modafinil, despite all of the research touting its benefits of enhancing cognitive activity Why should those who turn to caffeine for mental alertness consider adding theanine Why should you be careful with the amount of green tea you consume daily Why does Mike have an unhealthy,

Top strength coach, Steve Cotter, returns to discuss the following:   Steve shares his experience teaching in the growing fitness market in Asia What is the state of kettlebell sport in Asia Steve discusses what his daily training regimen currently looks like Steve discusses yoga, Seane Corn, Rodney Yee, and Anna Forest How does Steve address mobility, during long flights How has Steve used yoga to address foot strength & why is this important What can we learn from Kenyans and human movement, and why what we may think is flawed What's the difference between "f-ck you" vs. "f-ck me" money Why may there be push back against recovery tools such as float chambers Steve shares his view on movement coaches, such as Ido Portal, Mike Ftch, and Erwan Le Corre Why is Steve a fan of the mace       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

Retired MMA legend, Frank Shamrock is the first UFC Middleweight Championship (now known as the UFC Light Heavyweight Championship), and has held the interim King of Pancrase title, the WEC Light Heavyweight Championship and the Strikeforce Middleweight Championship. Frank also adds television broadcaster to his resume, as well as mentor.    Frank has mentored adults and youth for a quarter of century in martial arts and entertainment; prior to hanging up his gloves. Frank spent 16 years in asset management and brand development in Silicon Valley, creating his own Business Management Program that helped launch several multimillion dollar brands such as ZICO Beverages (sold to Coke), Strikeforce MMA (sold to UFC) and WEC (sold to UFC). Frank now commits his time to philanthropy and social activism. Frank joins us to discuss the following:   Frank shares his experience backing the first WEC pay-per-view, his appearances on the TV shows Oz & Walker Texas Ranger Frank shares how he was and is not a fan of

Paul Tabone is an elite powerlifter and the owner and mind behind Angry Joe Coffee. Paul created Angry Joe because of his love for strength training and his love for coffee. However, Angry Joe is not some ordinary coffee found in a green and white cup with a mermaid logo. This supplement-infused coffee, with its organic beans, high caffeine and fat burning qualities, was formulated for those who train intensely and enjoy a good cup of Joe. Paul joins us to discuss the following:   Why your gym and the IRS want you to fail but will support your efforts in failure How to find the perfect gym that is the right fit for you Paul shares which style of squat he prefers and why How can you find the ideal squat technique that fits your body When is the "no hands" squat a viable option Why you should think twice before you post that photo of your ripped hands, after a hard training session Paul shares how he utilizes the weight belt during deadlifts, as well as the benefits of using the hook grip Why Taco Bell &

Andrew Marr is a former Special Forces Green Beret, founder of Warrior Angels Foundation, an organization whose sole purpose is to stop the deaths of veterans suffering from PTSD symptoms caused by traumatic brain injuries. Marr's last deployment  in 2013 was emotionally and physically taxing where he and his Special Forces team were engaged in constant combat through it's entirety. Marr suffered numerous traumatic brain injuries from explosions, which resulted in his medical retirement.    When Marr returned to the states he began a 6 month spiral downward. Once an elite performer in life or death moments in war, Marr couldn't even remember how to drive home. He started struggling with cognition, memory, behavior, alcohol, all symptoms common with PTSD. The conventional treatment he received from the VA did not help, and so his journey to find a solution began. He joins us today to share that solution with you in the hopes that we can slow if not altogether stop the 22 veterans a day who are committing suici

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