Mark Bell's Power Project
Hosted by Mark Bell, inventor of the Sling Shot and American record-holding professional powerlifter, this podcast covers health, fitness, nutrition, masculinity, dating, powerlifting, life coaching, and motivation. Joined by professional bodybuilder and grappler Nsima Inyang and producer Andrew Zaragoza, the crew aims to make the world a better place to lift.
Episodes
CO2 The Most Overlooked Key to Health & Longevity | CarboGenetics
What if one of the most overlooked tools for improving human health is something your body produces every second?In this episode of Mark Bell's Power Project, we sit down with Steven Scott, the founder of CarboGenetics to explore the fascinating role carbon dioxide (CO2) plays in oxygen delivery, blood flow, athletic performance, recovery, and longevity.We dive into the Bohr effect, CO2 tolera
My Heart Scan Shows VERY HIGH RISK Plaque | Dr. Michael Twyman
Mark Bell talks with cardiologist Dr. Michael Twyman to break down Mark’s actual heart scans and what they reveal about his cardiovascular health. Dr. Twyman walks through Mark’s plaque burden, the difference between soft and calcified plaque, why someone can feel perfectly healthy while cardiovascular disease develops in the background, and what can actually be done once plaque is found.They cove
Getting Better is a Skill
Working harder isn’t always the answer. Sometimes the biggest breakthrough comes from improving your skill, technique, awareness, and ability to stay composed.Mark Bell and Nsima Inyang discuss learning how to sprint, improving running mechanics, staying relaxed under pressure, what competition teaches you about your weaknesses, and why losing can accelerate progress. They also react to Andrew Hub
How a Gold Medal Strength Coach Builds Faster, More Explosive Athletes | Cal Dietz
Ever wondered how 21 Olympic and world champions reach the pinnacle of human performance? Renowned strength coach Cal Dietz joins the show to break down the revolutionary training methods that prioritize athleticism over raw strength. In this massive episode, we explore the intersection of neurology and biomechanics to help you move better, recover faster, and stay injury-free.Follow Cal Dietz: @C
Can We Engineer Superhuman Genetics Ryan Rosner, PhD
In this episode, we sit down with geneticist Ryan Rosner, PhD, to explore what our DNA can tell us about performance, health, longevity, and the future of human enhancement.We get into the genetics of elite athletes like Devin Larratt, what genetic sequencing can actually reveal, “superhuman” mutations, gene therapy, cognition, mitochondrial function, bone density, Alzheimer’s risk, peptides, supp
A Second Chance at Strength | Steve Gentili
Steve joins Mark Bell’s Power Project to tell the story of going from elite-level strength and chasing a 2,000-pound powerlifting total to sudden kidney failure, five years of dialysis, and ultimately receiving a kidney transplant from his sister.Steve explains how his health deteriorated seemingly overnight, why doctors eventually determined that a rare genetic condition played a major role in hi
The Problem With Modern Light | Jonathan Jarecki
Follow: @jonathanjarecki @TheSignalWithJonathanJarecki Jonathan Jurecki joins Mark Bell’s Power Project to break down how sunlight, red and infrared light, blue light, and our modern indoor environment may influence mitochondrial function, circadian rhythms, melatonin, eye health, vitamin D, and overall health.Jonathan explains why he considers natural sunlight the ultimate form of red light ther
Turning Childhood Trauma Into Strength | Shaun Vasquez of Pride Foods
From surviving an unimaginably difficult childhood to becoming a professional bodybuilder, Army veteran, father, and successful entrepreneur, Shaun shares how suffering shaped his life—and why he eventually had to change his relationship with it.He opens up about breaking generational cycles, rebuilding himself, becoming a better father and husband, and turning his experience in bodybuilding into
The Truth About GLP 1s & Weight Loss | Dave Knapp
Dave Knapp of The Pen joins Mark Bell to break down GLP-1s, obesity, dieting, muscle loss, side effects, and the next generation of weight-loss drugs. They also discuss why medication alone won’t replace the habits required for lasting results.Special perks for our listeners below!🥩 HIGH QUALITY PROTEIN! 🍖 ➢ https://goodlifeproteins.com/ Code POWER to save 20% off site wide, or code POWERPROJECT t
Ben Askren Almost Died. Then He Wrestled Again
Ben Askren tells the unbelievable story of nearly dying, receiving a double lung transplant, dropping from 195 to 138 pounds, and fighting his way back to the wrestling mat. He also opens up about becoming a Christian, rebuilding his body from scratch, and how the experience completely changed his perspective on life.Special perks for our listeners below!🥩 HIGH QUALITY PROTEIN! 🍖 ➢ https://goodlif
I Used to..
Getting older doesn’t mean I have to stop lifting, running, sprinting, or doing the things I love. But it might mean I need to change the way I approach them.In this episode, we talk about how to stay in the game for decades by balancing intensity with longevity. We get into why constantly redlining your workouts can eventually work against you, why most people may benefit from doing more easy “gr
Recovery Is a Skill | Move Better, Heal Faster, Stay in the Game
In this episode, we discuss how to recover smarter, manage pain and stay athletic for the long haul. We break down sleep, training volume, cold plunges, sauna, stretching and myofascial release, while explaining why pain is not always coming from the area where you feel it.We also discuss how excessive training can hurt motivation and recovery, why athletes need to create and release tension, and
From 700-Pound Squats to WWE: How Jimmy House Reinvented Himself
Jimmy House returns to the Power Project four years after first sharing his ambition to pursue something bigger. Now performing as CJ Valor on WWE Evolve, Jimmy explains how he went from jiu-jitsu black belt and strength coach to earning a WWE developmental contract.Jimmy breaks down the unexpected phone call from WWE, being passed over for his original tryout, suffering two major knee injuries an
Why Strength Alone Won’t Make You Athletic Ft. Bill Parisi
Bill Parisi breaks down why strength training alone won’t make you athletic—and how too much predictable, sagittal-plane training may contribute to stiffness and injury. We get into fascia, connective tissue, breathing, tissue preparation, pulsing stiffness, and why the best athletes have to create and release tension in milliseconds. Bill also shares the 15-minute warmup system he says gets a 98%
The Blueprint for Speed and Athleticism | Brian Kula
Brian Kula took Nsima and me through a full speed session, then broke down the principles he has used with elite athletes, including Christian McCaffrey. We talk about why speed should be the priority, how to return to sprinting without getting hurt, why the best athletes still master the basics, and how rhythm, recovery, foot strength, and smarter weight-room training build real athleticism.Speci
Rethinking Carbohydrates What Low Carb Diets May Be Missing Ft. Zane Griggs
Zane Griggs joins me to challenge some of the most rigid beliefs surrounding carbohydrates, keto, carnivore, and metabolic health. We break down his experience with high blood sugar, low thyroid, poor sleep, and under-fueling—and discuss why better health may require more flexibility and less loyalty to a particular diet.Follow Zane:Website: ZaneGriggs.comInstagram: @ZaneGriggsFitnessFree metaboli
Why Isometrics Are the Missing Link in Your Training | Ft. Keith Baar
Dr. Keith Baar joined us to break down why sprinting is largely isometric at top speed, why stretching doesn’t reduce injury risk, and how heavy lifting combined with low-load, long-duration isometrics can build stronger, more resilient tendons. We also get into TRT and brittle tendons, BPC-157, collagen with vitamin C, grip strength, and how to balance muscle, speed, and elasticity for performanc
Why Exercise Doesn’t Make You Immune to Diabetes
On this episode of Mark Bell’s Power Project, Andrew Koutnik joins us to break down why exercise doesn’t automatically make you immune to diabetes, insulin resistance, or blood sugar problems.We get into how fit athletes can still develop prediabetes, why carbohydrates and fats can become a problem when they’re overconsumed together, and why your blood work can tell a very different story than how
How to Build Real Athleticism Again
In this episode, Mark & Nsima talk about what it really takes to become athletic again — not just stronger, not just bigger, but more capable. We get into sprinting, hopping, shadow boxing, isometrics, why I’m lifting differently now, and how trying new skills can open up your body, your training, and your mindset.Special perks for our listeners below!🥩 HIGH QUALITY PROTEIN! 🍖 ➢ https://goodli
Tait Fletcher & Keith Jardine: Fighters, Film, Suffering & Reinvention
Tait Fletcher and Keith Jardine joined us to talk about the brutal overlap between fighting, acting, writing, directing, brain health, creativity, and what it really takes to keep reinventing yourself. We got into Keith’s film Kill Me Again, Tait’s work in Hollywood, the Chuck Liddell fight, AI, suffering, PTSD, Ibogaine, and why the real win is learning how to keep showing up when the spotlight i
Is Glyphosate Destroying Human Biology? | Ft. Dr. Anthony Samsel & Carl Lanore
This may be one of the most important podcasts I’ve ever shared. Carl Lanore sits down with Dr. Anthony Samsel to break down his research on glyphosate, why he believes it’s contaminating the food supply, rainwater, human tissue, and even products people never expect — and why he thinks banning it is the only real solution.I’ve been looking into this for a while, and after hearing this conversatio
Andrew Koutnik: The Truth About Diabetes, Insulin & Carbs
Andrew Paul Koutnik joins Mark Bell and Nsima Inyang to break down type 1 diabetes, type 2 diabetes, insulin resistance, glucose control, low-carb diets, GLP-1 drugs, obesity, and why the modern food environment is making metabolic health harder than ever.Andrew was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes as a teenager after a terrifying health scare that landed him in the ICU. Since then, he’s spent his l
Mike Tornabene: Why BroScience Ended, Gym Culture, YouTube Fame & Building Shell Corp
Mike Tornabene, creator of BroScience and the legendary Dom Mazzetti character, joins Mark Bell on this episode of Mark Bell’s Power Project.Mike talks about the rise of BroScience, why the gym was so intimidating when he first started lifting, how Dom Mazzetti became a way to make fun of fitness culture while also helping people feel more comfortable in the gym, and why he ultimately decided it w
Hunter McIntyre Is Coming For Another World Title
Hunter McIntyre joins Mark Bell’s Power Project for a wild conversation about HYROX, world championship prep, PEDs, overtraining, recovery, human performance, and what it really takes to keep competing at the highest level.Hunter opens up about losing a world title by four seconds, why he’s going all-in on strength this year, how he uses HRV and recovery metrics, and why the “grind harder” mentali
Why Every Human Should Sprint Again Ft. Graham Tuttle
Graham Tuttle, aka The Barefoot Sprinter, joins Mark Bell’s Power Project to explain why sprinting isn’t just for elite athletes — it’s a fundamental human ability. Graham breaks down how pain, fear, distraction, strength, rhythm, movement, and play all shape our ability to move fast, feel free, and reconnect with the body.Get Graham’s new book: https://barefootsprinter.com/pages/btsFollow Graham:
Mitchell Hooper On Enhanced Games, PEDs, Heart Health & The 1,100lb Deadlift
Mitchell Hooper joins Mark Bell to talk about competing in the Enhanced Games, his real PED stack, the medical testing that revealed heart health concerns, and his attempt to break the all-time deadlift world record against Hafthor Bjornsson. Hooper also breaks down why strongman rewards athleticism, how he trains without frying his nervous system, and why niche sports need better athlete pay.Spec
TRT, Peptides, GLP-1s & Ibogaine | The Future of Health Optimization Ft. Mike Stratton
Mike Stratton from Marek Health joins Mark Bell’s Power Project to break down the modern world of health optimization, including TRT, peptides, GLP-1s, blood work, diagnostics, performance medicine, fertility, risk mitigation, and why the best results usually come from a personalized plan instead of blindly chasing the next drug.Mike also shares his personal experience with Ibogaine, how it change
Joe Sullivan & Brianny Terry On World Records, Coaching & Chasing 700lbs
Joe Sullivan and Brianny Terry join Mark Bell and Nsima Inyang to talk about how they met through powerlifting, Brianny’s insane rise from bodybuilding stage lean to breaking all-time world records, the brutal reality of weight cuts, and why the fitness industry is full of noise, bad coaching, and overcomplicated advice.Follow Joe:@joesullivan_aodYouTube @joesullivanaodFollow Brianny:@briannytYouT
Phil Daru How Elite Fighters Build Real Power, Speed & Fight IQ
Phil Daru breaks down how elite fighters build punching power, movement efficiency, sprint mechanics, foot strength, breathing control, and true fight-ready athleticism. We also get into why strength alone is not enough, how to find an athlete’s limiters, and why the best fighters learn to control chaos.Follow Phil Daru:YouTube: @DaruStrong1 Instagram: @darustrongX/Twitter: @DaruStrongFacebook
How Women Can Build Strength, Confidence & Lifelong Fitness FT. Micha Zamora
Micha Zamora joins us to talk HYROX, running, strength training, pregnancy, nutrition, and what it really takes to build a body that performs for life. From lowering fats to building mileage and setting goals that keep you accountable, this episode is all about staying fit, strong, and capable forever.Follow Micha Zamora: Instagram: @michazamoraweb: warriorzfitness.comSpecial perks for our listene
Are You Too Muscular To Move Well?
In this episode, Mark Bell and Nsima Inyang break down a hard truth for lifters: more muscle is not always the answer.They discuss why power, balance, mobility, coordination, speed, and the ability to move well may become more important as you age than simply chasing more size. From Larry Wheels sprinting, to jiu-jitsu, jumping, sprinting, isometrics, and the reality of stiff lifters getting older
Charlie Zamora: Real Strength Comes From Faith, Family & Service
Charlie Zamora joins Mark Bell for a powerful conversation about faith, family, fitness, business, and what real strength actually means.Charlie has spent his life in gyms, from CrossFit and Olympic lifting to jiu-jitsu, HYROX, and coaching. But in this episode, he explains why strength is much bigger than numbers on a bar. He talks about growing up around hard-working men, building Warriors Fitne
Why “Alpha Males” Are Failing Men | Dave Rossi
Dave Rossi joins Mark Bell to break down the ideas behind his book Alphas Die Early and explain why so many young men are struggling with identity, anxiety, performance, and purpose. They dig into modern masculinity, the pressure to become an “alpha,” the damage of living performatively, and why vulnerability, self-mastery, and honesty may actually be the real forms of strength.The conversation al
Mark Kerr on Fighting, Addiction, Redemption & The Smashing Machine
Mark Kerr sits down with Mark Bell for a raw conversation about fighting at the highest level, the mindset it took to become one of the most feared men in MMA, and the personal battles that nearly broke him.In this episode, Mark Kerr talks about his rise through wrestling and early mixed martial arts, the brutal reality of no-time-limit fights, what made Pride and Japan so different, and how he ap
Ben Alderman on CrossFit, Jiu-Jitsu, Fatherhood & Faith
Ben Alderman, owner of CrossFit Iron Mile and pastor at Restlife Church, joins Mark Bell for a wide-ranging conversation on training, jiu-jitsu, leadership, family, and faith.Ben breaks down why being strong in the gym doesn’t automatically translate to fighting or grappling, what jiu-jitsu taught him about efficiency, leverage, and humility, and why CrossFit is still one of the best ways to build
From Gold’s Gym to Hollywood | Training Hard at 60 Ft. Mike Ryan
On this episode of Mark Bell’s Power Project, Mark talks with Mike Ryan, a celebrity trainer and lifelong athlete, former Gold’s Gym manager, and someone who’s been around the best of the best for decades.Mike is about to turn 60… and he’s not slowing down. He’s still lifting heavy, sprinting, working long hours, and pushing to break records, not just maintain.Follow:@mike_ryan_celebritytrainerSpe
You’re Quietly Increasing Your Risk of Alzheimer’s (It Starts Decades Before You Notice)
Alzheimer’s doesn’t start when symptoms show up—it starts decades earlier.In this episode, Max Lugavere breaks down how everyday habits are either protecting your brain… or slowly working against it. From body fat and muscle to sleep, diet, and activity levels, the biggest risk factors are often the most common behaviors.Special perks for our listeners below!🥩 HIGH QUALITY PROTEIN! 🍖 ➢ https://goo
Faith, Evil, and Truth: The Case for God | Ben Alderman
What if faith isn’t blind… but the most rational conclusion?In this episode, Pastor Ben breaks down the problem of evil, free will, addiction, hypocrisy in Christianity, and why belief in God may be unavoidable. From the role of suffering to the power of transformation, this conversation goes deep into the questions most people are afraid to ask.We also get into modern issues—politics, culture, an
The Truth About Getting Lean (No One Tells You This) | Max Lugavere
Everyone wants to get lean… but almost nobody talks about what it actually takes.From energy crashes to mental fatigue, getting shredded isn’t just about lifting weights—it’s about discipline, consistency, and understanding how your body really works.“Everybody is a bodybuilder… the question is what body are you building?” Special perks for our listeners below!🥩 HIGH QUALITY PROTEIN! 🍖 ➢ https://g
2,700+ Total, 12 Days No Sleep | Legendary Powerlifter Chad Aichs
Chad Aichs is one of the strongest powerlifters to ever do it — squatting over 1,200 lbs, totaling 2,700+… all while battling extreme sleep deprivation, narcolepsy, and mental warfare most people couldn’t survive.Follow Chad here:https://www.instagram.com/chadaichs/Get Chad's book here:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GK5XNWMC?ref=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cso_sms_apin_dp_029RYZB666BX5XPCEJE4&ref_=cm_sw_r_
Thomas Seyfried on Cancer, Ketosis, Mitochondria & the Metabolic Theory of Disease
In this episode, Mark Bell and Nsima talk with Professor Thomas Seyfried to discuss his metabolic theory of cancer, why he believes mitochondrial dysfunction is at the root of chronic disease, and how nutrition, exercise, and metabolic health may influence cancer risk and outcomes.Dr. Seyfried breaks down his views on glucose, glutamine, ketosis, fasting, GKI, obesity, processed foods, inflammatio
The Anti-Guru Approach to Strength, Mindset & Performance | Brian MacKenzie
What if everything you’ve been told about mindset, training, and performance is missing the point?In this episode, Brian MacKenzie breaks down why he rejects the “guru” label and dives deep into the connection between physical training, mindset, and the nervous system. From working with elite athletes to helping people rebuild their lives, Brian explains why performance isn’t just about strength—i
Traditional Strength Training is Broken | Naudi Aguilar vs the Industry
Naudi Aguilar joins Mark Bell to challenge some of the biggest ideas in the fitness world. From squats and deadlifts to bodybuilding, CrossFit, and modern strength programs, Naudi explains why he believes traditional strength training may be missing the bigger picture.The conversation dives into gait, posture, movement mechanics, and why Naudi thinks improving the way you move can dramatically imp
BJJ Legend Rafael Lovato Jr | The Art of World-Class Jiu-Jitsu
Rafael Lovato Jr joins Mark Bell’s Power Project to break down the mindset, strategy, and longevity behind one of the greatest American careers in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.Lovato explains his famous pressure-passing system, the “funnel” concept he uses to control opponents, how he’s stayed elite for over two decades, and why efficiency and consistency matter more than strength or explosiveness.We also
Train Your Brain to Run Faster | The Ubrzati ProtocolZ
In this episode of Mark Bell’s Power Project, we talk with the team behind Ubrzati and Z-Treadz (Beau Chavez & Tim Stockton) about the science of speed and why most athletes train it wrong. The system focuses on teaching the brain and body to move faster through precise sprint protocols and incline running.If you want to see the workout we did on the treadmill earlier in the day, check out the
The Aerobic Fitness Test That Exposes Your Real Conditioning | Ft. Brian MacKenzie
Brian MacKenzie joins Mark Bell to break down aerobic fitness, nasal breathing, HRV, walking for recovery, and the 2.3 watts/kg test that reveals whether you're truly metabolically fit. They also discuss nervous system regulation, breathwork, endurance training, and why aerobic capacity might be the missing piece for strength athletes.Follow Brian MacKenzie:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com
The Modern Epidemic: Sleep, Sunlight & Vitamin D | Dr. Joel Gould
Sleep apnea, fatigue, anxiety, cravings, and chronic illness might share a root cause most people ignore: sunlight and vitamin D. Dr. Joel Gould breaks down the “modern epidemic,” how D3/K2 and the environment affect your airway, gut, and mitochondria—and what you can actually do about it.Follow:🌐 Official Website🔗 drjoelgould.com – His personal / main hub online.📱 Instagram🔗 @drjoelgould – Person
Sleep, Peptides & the Gut Health | Joel Green Explains What Actually Moves the Needle
In this episode, we go deep on the real drivers of aging, performance, and long-term health.We break down why poor sleep becomes exponentially more damaging as you age, how oxygen saturation impacts recovery, what “sleep burden” actually means, and why tracking O2 might be one of the most important metrics after 50.We discuss senolytic cells, mitochondrial function, hyperbaric oxygen, creatine and
The Sugar Diet, Immune Cells & Why Diet Isn’t “Static” | Joel Greene
Mark sits down with Joel Greene to unpack the sugar diet—why it can work short-term (hello, glycolysis), what it may shift long-term (gut taxa + immune cell metabolism), and why the body isn’t a “static machine.” They also hit insulin sensitivity, keto/carnivore blind spots, the “calorie is a calorie” debate, and why rhythms/pulses beat doing the same thing daily.Special perks for our listeners be
From Bodyguard to Billion Dollar Brands | Bruce Cardenas On Leading With Value
Bruce Cardenas went from Marine and LAPD officer to running a high-level security company protecting celebrities — and then helped build Quest into a billion-dollar brand before helping scale Legendary Foods to the next level.Follow Bruce on IG: @bruceecardenasSpecial perks for our listeners below!🥩 HIGH QUALITY PROTEIN! 🍖 ➢ https://goodlifeproteins.com/ Code POWER to save 20% off site wide, or co
Light, EMF, Psychedelics & Performance | Dr. Scott Sherr Health Optimization Deep Dive
We talk with Dr. Scott Sherr rto talk health optimization from the practical to the “hold up… what?” level.We get into light and red light therapy, mitochondria and metabolism, nitric oxide (and why mouthwash can wreck it), the “toxic bucket” concept for modern exposures, EMF/5G concerns and mitigation, and why environment matters more than most people think.Then we go deeper: psychedelics, defaul
Train Less Wired, Recover Faster | Dr. Scott Sherr on Nervous System, Sleep & Performance
In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Scott Sherr to break down how the nervous system actually drives performance, recovery, sleep, and long-term health.We dive into sympathetic vs parasympathetic balance, why being overly stimulated before training can limit gains, how to down-regulate between sets and after workouts, and why many people struggle with sleep even when they “do everything right.”We
Why Pure Strength Training Eventually Fails You
It’s not about what you’re doing in the decade you’re in, it’s about what those habits turn into in the next one. In this conversation we get into why we’re leaning harder into relative strength and athletic movement (high-volume calisthenics, hangs, pull-ups, push-up variations, sandbags, sled work, reaction drills, rope flow, tennis balls, and even bouldering) without abandoning the basics of st
Train the System: Reactive Speed, Chaos Proof Joints, and Real Athleticism
Today we get into what “training like an athlete” actually means: producing force, absorbing force, and reapplying it under time pressure, at weird angles, often on one leg. We break down reactive training (ball drops, unpredictable catches, changing stances), why people get hurt when everything is planned, and how open-skill work can build real-world durability.We also get into movement quality v
Sprint Training for Longevity: Endurance, Elasticity, and Staying Uninjured
Jump rope isn’t just “conditioning”, it’s a gateway drug to elasticity, sprinting, and better performance for jiu-jitsu and wrestling.In this episode, Fast Over 40 coach Cynthia Monteleone breaks down why long jogs don’t match the demands of combat sports, how to train speed endurance without getting hurt, and the biggest sprint cue most lifters miss: relaxation.We also get into warmups, tempo vs
The Sun Isn’t the Enemy: How Light Controls Dopamine, Hormones, and Health
In this episode, we talk to David Herrera to explore why biology, not motivation, determines follow-through, discipline, and health.We dive deep into how light exposure, dopamine, circadian rhythm, cold, and modern environments shape everything from energy levels and sleep to hormones, mood, addiction, and long-term disease risk. From blue light and melatonin to vitamin D myths, sunscreen, seed oi
Why Bryan Johnson is Wrong About the Sun
Full episode drops Monday!Longevity experimenter Bryan Johnson famously avoids direct sunlight to prevent skin damage and photo-aging. But is avoiding the sun actually protective… or does it create a deeper biological problem?In this episode, David Herrera breaks down why sunburn, sunscreen, and modern diets are tightly linked, and why fear of sunlight may be doing more harm than good. We explore
The Vitamin D Lie: Why Supplements Don’t Work Like Sunlight
Full Episode Drops Monday, January 24th, 2026Sun avoidance has quietly become the default, and it’s doing real damage.In this clip, David Herrera breaks down why constant sunscreen use in low UV conditions can backfire, and why popping vitamin D pills isn’t the same as making vitamin D from sunlight.Follow David:@davidherrera1119Special perks for our listeners below!🥩 HIGH QUALITY PROTEIN! 🍖 ➢ htt
Are EMFs Injuring the 49ers? David Herrera Explains Levi’s Stadium, Cellular Water, and Recovery
David Herrera returns to break down a controversial topic: electromagnetic fields and human performance. With injuries piling up in professional sports, especially the NFL, some are asking if stadiums, substations, and modern electrical environments are silently affecting recovery, hydration, and connective tissue.Is this just conspiracy talk, or is there real science behind it?We dig into EMF exp
Rolling the Dice in Training: When to Push, When to Pump the Brakes
In this episode, Mark unpacks one of the most important lessons in training and in life: just because you can do something doesn’t mean you should. He explains why always pushing harder isn’t always smarter, how “training smart” can sometimes become a disguise for avoiding discomfort, and where the real line is between growth and self-sabotage. Drawing from decades of powerlifting, coaching, sprin
How to Sprint Into Your 80s (Fast Over 40 Coach Explains Longevity, Speed, and “No Jogging”)
Cynthia Monteleone (@FastOver40) breaks down why sprinting is one of the highest ROI tools for longevity, body comp, and performance, plus how to start safely without wrecking your joints. We get into her dad starting sprinting at 82, competing 12 weeks after bypass surgery, her own comeback from a 1:30 400m to running faster than her college PR, and the training principles most people miss: recov
Psychedelics Saved My Life (Shawn Wells Opens Up About Depression & Healing)
In this episode, Shawn Wells gets real about his journey through depression, trauma, and the mindset that almost destroyed him, and how psychedelic-assisted work helped him rebuild his relationship with himself, with God, and with life.Guest: Shawn WellsInstagram: @shawnwellshttps://shawnwells.com/Special perks for our listeners below!🥩 HIGH QUALITY PROTEIN! 🍖 ➢ https://goodlifeproteins.com/ Code
80% of Supplements Are Fake | Shawn Wells Exposes the Industry
Shawn Wells is one of the most experienced supplement formulators we’ve ever had on the podcast. He’s built products from concept to shelf, helped scale brands to massive exits, and has patented dozens of ingredients across the industry.In this episode we get into how Shawn got into supplementation, the wild early days of prohormones and sketchy products, what’s actually going on with Amazon suppl
Peptides, Metabolism & the New Age of Biohacking (feat. Sean Wells)
In this episode, biochemist and formulator Sean Wells joins us for a deep dive into the rapidly evolving world of peptides, metabolism, nootropics, gut health, fat loss, sleep, and longevity.Guest: Sean WellsInstagram: @seanwellsBook: The Energy FormulaSpecial perks for our listeners below!🥩 HIGH QUALITY PROTEIN! 🍖 ➢ https://goodlifeproteins.com/ Code POWER to save 20% off site wide, or code POWER
Your Mouth Is Ruining Your Health (Bio Dentistry Explained) w/ Dr. Dominik Nischwitz
In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Dom to talk about the side of dentistry most people never hear about: how your oral microbiome, airway, tongue posture, and old dental work may connect to things like sleep quality, posture, inflammation, and performance.Follow Dr. Dom:Instagram: @dr.dom1 / @dr.domofficial (as mentioned in the episode)Special perks for our listeners below!🥩 HIGH QUALITY PROTEIN
Anger Is Expensive, Calm Is Power | #SaturdaySchool
Anger feels powerful, but it’s usually expensive. In this episode, we break down why rage pulls people in the wrong direction, how “comment anger” and road rage sneak into everyday life, and why staying at baseline is a real skill you can train.We talk about how anger becomes a habit, how it quietly eats away at your focus and relationships, and why trying to reason with irrational behavior often
Is “Clean Eating” Making Athletes Weaker?
Everyone talks about clean eating like it’s the holy grail for performance.But is it actually costing athletes strength, power, and durability?In this episode, we break down:1. Why extreme leanness can kill strength2. The difference between performance fuel vs. physique dieting3. Bodybuilding prep vs. real-world athletics4. Why some elite athletes thrive on “dirty” foods5. Ocho Cinco’s viral take
Strong, Stiff, and Always Hurt? Here’s Why (w/ Rob Wilson)
What if you treated your body like a high performance vehicle… and actually ran a function check before things break?In this episode, Rob Wilson (author of Check Engine Light) breaks down how movement quality, strength, conditioning, and recovery actually fit together, especially for athletes who train hard and want to stay in the game. We get into yoga (the real version 😅), why “perfect symmetry”
Stop Training Like a Robot: Build Real Athletic Skills
Most people train in two lanes: cardio machines and lifting weights. In this episode, we zoom out and talk about the “full adult athlete”, the overlooked skills that keep you capable, coordinated, and feeling young.We get into:1. Why you don’t need a perfect program once you’ve trained long enough2. “Capacities” beyond force production: coordination, reflexes, balance, finesse, and control3. Jump
Check Engine Light: Breath, Stress, and Human Performance (w/ Rob Wilson)
In this episode, Rob Wilson breaks down how breathing, stress, and performance are actually connected and why breathwork isn’t a shortcut around hard work, but a way to make hard work more sustainable.We talk about CO₂ tolerance, why panic is usually carbon dioxide and not lack of oxygen, and how high-performing athletes, fighters, and military operators can recover faster between efforts by chang
The Key to Building Real Strength (It’s Not Just Heavy Lifts) Ft. Marshall Davis Jones
In this episode, Mark Bell and Nsima Inyang sit down with movement coach Marshall Davis Jones to explore a different kind of strength — one that’s built through awareness, control, and connection, not just heavy lifting.Marshall breaks down why lighter loads can actually unlock deeper levels of stability, coordination, and fluid power. Using the Berserker Bar and light clubs, he shows how small, d
Why You’re Not Improving.. The Truth You’re Afraid to Hear
In today’s Saturday School, Mark Bell breaks down one of the most important lessons in training and in life:You’re going to look awkward before you ever get good.You’re going to feel insecure. You’re going to try new things and suck at them.And that’s exactly how progress works.From nasal breathing and weighted vests to rope flow, maces, dead hangs, lunges and everything in between — Mark shares w
How Words Shape Us: Marshall Jones on Tone, Truth & Influence
Marshall Jones joins us to break down the psychology of communication — tone, body language, truth-telling, influence, and why “How are you?” is the first invitation to lie. If you want to understand people better (and be understood), this episode will change how you talk and how you listen.CHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro00:53 - How to Connect Emotionally04:04 - Identifying Challenges07:32 - Time Under Ten
Ido Portal Teaches Movement Intelligence: Why You Must Train, Not Exercise
Experience a rare, long-form movement lesson with Ido Portal, one of the most influential thinkers in human movement, coordination, and physical practice.CHAPTERS:00:00 - Introduction01:12 - Exercise 1: Right Side10:43 - Exercise 2: Left Side16:29 - Post-Exercise Discussion21:43 - How to Train Movement25:24 - Two Archetypes of Movers26:36 - Ipsilateral and Contralateral Training31:23 - Ipsilateral
Ido Portal: Mastery Is a Myth | Movement Is an Endless Investigation
Ido Portal joins the show for the first time — delivering one of the most profound conversations we’ve ever had on movement, strength, injury, longevity, curiosity, self-education, and what it truly means to evolve as a human being.In this episode, Ido breaks down why “mastery” is a myth, why safe training is useless, and why real progress only happens when you’re willing to explore, fail, investi
Stop Hanging With Losers: Level Up Your Circle | Saturday School
Welcome to Saturday School. Mark “Smelly” Bell breaks down a hard truth: the people you spend time with are shaping your finances, your mindset, and your future. If you’re feeling burned out on lifting culture—or you’ve outgrown the same conversations—this episode is your permission to level up your circle without apology.CHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro00:50 - How to Avoid Burnout Strategies03:18 - Influen
Are We Crazy? Bryan Callen Roasts Us (Our Response)
Bryan Callen is roasting cold plungers, calling everyone “inflamed” and “swollen,” and clowning on the sauna-cold plunge obsession… so we had to respond. 😂❄️🔥In this episode, Mark Bell and Nsima Inyang react to Bryan Callen’s bit (and clips from Louis CK & Joe Rogan) and ask the real question:Are we actually crazy with all this health stuff… or is this what it takes to feel good for the long h
The Minimum Effective Dose of Training (w/Dr. Pat Davidson)
Dr. Pat Davidson joins Mark Bell to break down the real science behind volume, load management, genetics, movement, and what it actually takes to build muscle for life. From sprinting and plyometrics to bodybuilding and injury prevention, Pat explains how to train forever without breaking down.Follow Pat Davidson:@dr.patdavidsonhttps://www.drpatdavidson.net/CHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro00:40 - Interview
DMT Trips, AI, Hollywood Secrets, Aliens, & Modern Conspiracies w/ Danny Jones
From wild DMT stories to UFO sightings and Hollywood secrets, Danny Jones brings his best theories and strangest experiences to the Power Project table. If you’re into conspiracies, underground characters, and behind-the-scenes stories from TV, film, and YouTube, this one is pure gold.Follow Danny: @dannyjones @DannyJonesClips CHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro00:58 - Gavin Newsom Politics02:20 - Kratom B
Why Women Hit a Wall in Their 40s | And How to Fix It (w/ Dr. Mariza Snyder)
Dr. Mariza Snyder joins Mark and Nsima for one of the most important conversations we’ve ever had about women’s health. Most people think menopause just “happens” at 50 — but the real transition starts years earlier, and it affects the brain, mood, metabolism, recovery, sleep, stress tolerance, and relationships.FOLLOW:https://www.instagram.com/drmariza/https://drmariza.com/Special perks for our l
