The Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show with Ben Brown
Ben Brown, co-founder and head nutrition coach of Body Systems, hosts this weekly podcast featuring interviews with leading experts in nutrition, fitness, strength training, and lifestyle. The show focuses on practical, realistic methods for improving health without restrictive dieting or dogmatic rules. Listeners can learn evidence-based strategies for weight loss, muscle gain, and increased energy. New episodes are released weekly, with show notes available on the Body Systems website.
Episodes
Fat Loss After 40: Why Mindset Matters More Than Abs!|Christina Hathaway
Why do so many driven adults over 40 lose weight… only to gain it back?If you are chasing abs, pushing harder, overtraining, or constantly restarting your diet, this episode explains why the problem is not discipline. It's the mindset.In this episode of the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show, Ben Brown sits down with licensed marriage and family therapist and eating disorder specialist, Christina Ha
Stop Starting Over: Build a Fat Loss System That Sticks with Philip Pape
Why do most diets fail, especially for driven adults over 40?If you feel like you are constantly starting over with fat loss, trying new programs, cutting calories, overhauling your nutrition, or adding supplements, this episode explains why.In this episode of the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show, Ben Brown sits down with engineer and nutrition coach, Philip Pape, to break down why sustainable fat
GLP-3 and the Biomedical Revolution: Are We Ready for This? | Jay Campbell
The Most Powerful Drug Ever? The GLP-3 Revolution ExplainedWhat if the most powerful drug ever created is already here, and we’re not fully prepared to use it correctly?In this episode of the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show, Ben Brown sits down with Jay Campbell, five-time international best-selling author and leading expert in hormonal optimization, performance enhancement, and longevity scienc
Why GLP’s Work…Until They Don’t
What if your breakthrough isn’t another supplement or hormone protocol, but a personalized understanding of what’s actually driving your results?In this episode of the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show, I talk with Brad Clifford, founder and CEO of ELEVÉTION Health, a concierge performance company built around genomics, advanced blood work, and cellular health. Brad shares how he went from panic at
The Legal Truth Behind TRT, Peptides, and Hormone Optimization
Few men understand the legal evolution surrounding hormones, peptides, and performance drugs—something Rick Collins, Esq., has seen firsthand as the defense lawyer for the fit and jacked.In this episode of the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show, I sit down with Rick, an attorney who has spent decades working at the intersection of fitness, supplements, hormones, and the law. He has represented athle
How to Build Muscle and Shed Fat with Personalized Fitness
High effort does not always lead to better results.In this episode, I sit down with Gianluca Boldarin, also known as Coach Bold. With over 20 years of experience coaching elite athletes, he now works with high-income business owners and executives. We break down why eating less and training more stops working when stress is high, why many men under-fuel with protein and nutrient-dense foods, and w
How to Personalize your Health Using Genetics with Justin Harris
Genetics provide the context most training and nutrition plans are missing.In this episode, I sit down with Justin Harris to explain why starting with genetics removes so much of the guesswork. The body has a built-in hardware that shapes how your body responds to food, training, stress, and supplements long before habits come into play. Once you understand that framework, your decisions stop feel
The Nobel-Winning Longevity Molecule with Chris Burres
What if a simple molecule could help you sleep better, recover faster, and potentially extend your life?ESS60 is no longer just a secret for biohackers. This emerging compound is gaining significant attention for its unique ability to combat oxidative stress and improve overall health.In this episode, Chris Burris, Founder and Chief Scientist of My Vital C, explains how this Nobel Prize-winning mo
What A Near-Death Experience Taught Him About Living with Tommy Dolan
You can do everything right and still get blindsided.In this episode of the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show, I sit down with Tommy Dolan, a former elite rugby athlete, husband, and father who has survived multiple near-death experiences, including a melanoma diagnosis and sudden cardiac arrest.This conversation is not about fear. It is about perspective. We talk about discipline, training, health
Why Hormone Optimization Is Now Essential for High-Performing Men
Most men past their 30s aren’t broken. They feel depleted, but their doctors point to normal labs and move on.In this episode of the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show, I sit down with Nico Misleh, Clinician, Nurse Practitioner and Founder of HRT University who trains medical providers in hormone optimization and works directly with patients in practice.We break down the impact of hormones to overal
Why Structure Beats Intensity For Fat Loss After 40
Most men are not failing because they lack effort. They are failing because their system does not fit their life.As I sit down with Eric Bach, we break down why driven men starting in their late 30s stop seeing progress, despite doing all the right things on paper. Eric has coached elite athletes and now works with busy parents and business owners who want results without burning out. We talk abou
Joint Recovery Without Surgery: Regenerative Medicine with Dr. Jeff Gross
Everyone wants to stay active and pain-free, but most people are only shown one path when their body starts breaking down. Manage symptoms or get surgery.Dr. Jeff Gross’s story challenges that assumption. After years as a board-certified neurosurgeon working inside an insurance-driven sick care system, he grew frustrated watching patients pushed toward invasive procedures they did not always need.
“Your Labs Are Normal” (But You Don’t Feel Normal): Fixing Midlife Hormones with Josh Whalen
Most guys don’t realize how fast their hormones can derail their energy, mindset, and marriage until it hits them.In this episode, Josh Whalen opens up about the slow slide so many men experience: the weight gain, the loss of drive, the burnout, and the hidden fear of becoming someone they no longer recognize. We unpack why traditional healthcare keeps telling men they’re “normal” —even when
No BS Fitness: The Real Way to Get in Shape
If you’re a hard-charging guy in your 30s, 40s, or 50s who “knows what to do” but still can’t seem to look or feel the way you want… this episode is the reset you’ve been needing.In this conversation, Jeff and I dig into the real reasons high-performers get stuck even when they’re disciplined everywhere else. We talk about the identity shifts required to finally break out of the all-or-nothing loo
The Real Cost of Not Asking for Help
Ever wasted months on something four minutes could’ve solved?I share a story that had me laughing at myself and realizing just how often we waste time trying to fix the wrong thing. What started as a dumb Zoom glitch turned into a much bigger lesson about blindspots, stubbornness, and the real cost of doing it alone. Just like in our health and fitness journey, we can be doing all the right things
Why Delusional Optimism is Keeping you Stuck
Life’s not slowing down for you to catch up. You either adapt or get left behind.The chaos isn’t going anywhere. And the version of you that keeps saying ‘once things settle, I’ll start’ is what I call delusional optimism. The belief that things will magically get better without you actually changing. I’ve been there. My clients have been there. And it’s the single biggest killer of progress I see
The Fitness Industry Got Fat Loss Wrong
You can train six days a week and still not lose fat and it’s not your fault.For decades, we’ve been told to “move more and eat less,” but that advice doesn’t hold up anymore. Our food system has completely changed, and so has the way our metabolism responds to it. Ultra-processed foods are everywhere; cheap, convenient, and biologically addictive and they are undoing the work we put in at the gym
You Don’t Need More Food Rules—You Need This
Everyone wants results, but few people are empowered with tools to build the habits that get them there.Kylie’s story is one I think a lot of people will see themselves in. She tracked every calorie, followed every diet, nailed her cardio, and still found herself stuck in the same loop—losing weight, gaining it back, feeling guilty, starting over.In this conversation, we chat about what helped Kyl
Why “Eating Clean” Doesn’t Work Anymore
You’re not failing because you lack discipline. You’re failing because your approach isn’t sustainable.This solo conversation is about one of the biggest mindset traps that keeps people stuck: the all-or-nothing mentality. We talk about why extreme restriction always leads to burnout, how guilt and shame keep you in the yo-yo dieting cycle, and what it really means to live in the gray. I share les
Bulging Discs, Back Pain, & Recovery: My Personal Journey
What do you do when your body forces you to hit pause?In this episode, I share my recent battle with back pain that quite literally knocked me off my feet. From the frustration of not being able to move, to sitting with a spinal specialist and hearing words like ‘bulging discs’, it’s been a humbling reminder that none of us are invincible.I’ll talk about the treatments I’ve considered, the mental
Targeted Supplementation for Improved Metabolic Health with Christian LaValle
Supplements can either be a complete waste of money or the cutting-edge tool that takes your health and performance to the next level.In this conversation with Christian LaValle, co-founder of Metabolic Elite and son of James B. LaValle, an internationally recognized clinical pharmacist, board-certified clinical nutritionist, and leading authority in integrative medicine and human performance. We
How to Rebuild Health & Optimize Longevity with Lisa Tamati
What does it really take to build unshakable resilience in sport, in health, and in life?Lisa Tamati has lived a life defined by grit, from running ultramarathons across the world’s toughest terrains to facing her mum’s near-fatal aneurysm head-on. We dive into the mindset that carried her through seven-day desert treks, the years-long fight to bring her mum back from a coma, and how those experie
Testosterone, Peptides, and Performance: The Modern Man’s Guide to Health Optimization
Men are being gaslit about their hormones and it’s costing them their health.We start this conversation by tackling the stigma around testosterone therapy and how the conventional system often dismisses men who clearly need help. Dr. Jess and I break down how to recognize when low T is more than “just aging,” and what signs actually matter when deciding if Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT) is
Peptides, GLP-1s, and Testosterone Optimization: The Future of Men’s Health
Most guys over 40 think building muscle and losing fat is just about training harder or eating cleaner. The reality is, that only gets you so far.True results come from optimizing the whole system: training, recovery, nutrition, hormones, and in some cases, leveraging tools like peptides. To dig deeper into this, I’m joined by Jeff Sakamoto. Jeff’s background in pro sports, bodybuilding, and now o
The Real Formula for Losing 100+ Pounds
Extreme weight loss isn’t about magic diets—it’s about science, psychology, and accountability.On today’s show, I interviewed Matt Hoodie, a coach who’s helped more than 30 people lose over 100 pounds and keep it off. We dig into his unique method of starting with calorie “budgets,” how he adapts plans for obese vs. leaner clients, and why focusing on macros or meal timing too soon sets people up
6 Core Commitments of Successful Clients
Want better results? Stop blaming your plan and start owning your commitments.Coaching isn’t about being handed the “perfect” diet or workout. It’s about the six core commitments that actually move the needle. In this episode, I break them down—why preparation matters, why consistency beats perfection, and how honesty, curiosity, engagement, and true investment separate the people who succeed from
What Got You Here Won’t Get You There: Here's Why
What got you fit in your 20s won’t keep you strong in your 40s and beyond.I’m pulling back the curtain on why so many driven men and women in midlife feel stuck despite working hard in the gym and trying to “eat clean.” The truth is, your body, responsibilities, and stress levels have changed—and your plan needs to change with them. We’ll cover how to match your training to your current recov
Why Successful Men Struggle With Fitness (Brent Orsuga)
The fastest way to stand out? Live with more intention than 99% of people.Brent Orsuga knows that success doesn’t come from luck, it comes from living on purpose. As an elite headhunter and entrepreneur, he’s built his life around intentional decisions, relentless discipline, and surrounding himself with people who raise the bar. In this conversation, we unpack how to turn setbacks into fuel, buil
What Every High Performer Tracks for Health
You wouldn’t run a business without KPIs, so why are you running your body without them?Data is only helpful if it leads to better decisions. In this episode, I walk through the five (5) key metrics I track which range from cardiovascular fitness to micronutrient intake, blood pressure, and sleep quality. I also share how I spent years getting diagnostic tests (that were helpful to me at the
Behind My Hiatus: Real Talk About Growth
Are you really living at your highest potential or just coasting in the illusion of “busy”?After a six-month hiatus, I’m pulling back the curtain on why I stepped away from the mic, the hard lessons I learned about business, identity, and alignment, and how those shifts have redefined the way I coach high-performing men and women. In this episode, I share the messy reality behind the scenes on why
277_Q&A: Is Breakfast Overrated, Does Late-Night Eating Ruin Your Sleep, and How Many Calories Should You Really Eat?
Welcome to The Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show If you're looking for real nutrition strategies that help you build a strong, lean body without the BS of restrictive dieting, then you're in the right place.I’m Coach Ben, and for the past 20 years, I’ve helped thousands of men take control of their nutrition, fitness, and overall health—without sacrificing their careers, familie
276_What Nutritionists & Dietitians Aren't Telling You - Real Talk with Matt Hoodie
Welcome back to another episode of the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show.In today's conversation, I chop it up with my friend Matt Hoodie, a dietician, nutrition coach, and gym owner here in Scottsdale, AZ. What We Discuss:The Obesity Paradox: Why obesity rates continue to climb despite decreasing high fructose corn syrup consumption.Calories and Awareness: The importance of calorie intake and nutr
275_The Dark Side of the Supplement Industry with Jordan Bokser
In today’s conversation, I catch up with my buddy Jordan Bokser, a health practitioner and supplement expert with extensive experience working in the supplement industry for some very reputable and popular brands.As someone who had a supplement company and formulated a popular workout product, I know about all of the intricacies that go into sourcing high-quality ingredients, bringing a product to
274_(Xmas Special Pt. 2) Nutrition & Mindset Secrets for People 40+: Lose Weight & Boost Metabolism w/ Bryan Fitzsimmons
Welcome back to another episode of the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show, …Today I’m excited to share a New Years Special Episode that I recorded with my friend Bryan Fitzsimmons, host of the Fit40Podcast. This is part 2 of our 2-part series talking about setting New Years goals and the mindset shifts necessary that are far more importnat than diet and exercise.In part 1, which is hosted over on th
273_Q&A: Is Exercise a Good Weight Loss Tool, Six-Pack Abs, & Food Quality vs. Quantity
Have you ever wondered how many calories exercise really burns? Is a six-pack achievable for you? Or are you unsure whether food quality or quantity matters more for your goals? I answer all of these questions in this week's Q&A episode of the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show.Key Topics Discussed:Exercise and Calorie Burning: The truth about metabolic adaptation and why exercise isn’t as
272_Boundaries, Beliefs, and Behavior Change: Rewriting Your Story with Andrew Coates
Welcome back to The Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show. In today’s episode, I had the pleasure of chatting with Andrew Coates, a rockstar in the fitness and nutrition space. Andrew’s not only an incredible coach, but he’s also a writer for big names like Men’s Health and T-Nation, plus the host of the Lift Free and Diet Hard Podcast.This episode is packed with insights you d
271_How Your Breathing Determines Your Health with Sachin Patel, DC
Welcome back to The Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show! Today, I’m excited to be joined by Dr. Sachin Patel, founder of The Living Proof Institute and a world-renowned advocate for functional medicine and holistic health. Sachin has dedicated his career to empowering individuals to take control of their well-being by becoming their own doctors.In this episode, we dive deep into the transformati
270_Never Diet Again: Breaking the Cycle of Emotional Eating and All-or-Nothing Thinking with Max Lowery
Welcome back to another episode of The Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show! Today, I’m excited to chop it up with Max Lowery. Max is a behavior change expert and online health coach who's helped thousands of career-focused women lose fat, improve their health, and never diet again without sacrificing the things they love. He is also the author of The 2 Meal Day: Burn Fat and Boost Energy Through
269_Q&A: Fast Food Hacks, Workout Nutrition, and Losing Weight Without Exercise
Welcome to another Q&A episode of the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show! I’m your host, Ben Brown, Owner and Head Coach at Body Systems. We are an online fitness and nutrition coaching company that helps individuals achieve sustainable fat loss in the most simplistic way possible.Today, I'm answering some of our clients' most commonly asked questions. In this episode, I'll share the strate
268_How to Become an Athlete for Life: Mastering Fitness, Nutrition, and Resilience with Luka Hocevar
Welcome back to the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show!Today, I’m excited to talk shop with Luka Hocevar. Luka is the founder and co-owner of Vigor Ground Gym in Slovenia and Vigor Ground Fitness and Performance in Seattle. He is also the creator of Vigor Ground Fitness and Business Summit, one of the industry's most respected educational events for coaches and gym owners. Luka has pe
267_Psychological Tricks, Protein Insights, and Top Nutrition Tips for Your Weight Loss Journey
Welcome to another Q&A episode of the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show! I’m your host, Ben Brown, Owner and Head Coach at Body Systems. We are an online fitness and nutrition coaching company that helps individuals achieve sustainable fat loss in the most simplistic way possible.Today, I'm answering some of our clients' most commonly asked questions. In this episode, I'll share effective psych
266_Gut Health, Mindset, and Sustainable Habits: The Real Secret to Lasting Weight Loss
Welcome back to another episode of the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show! I’m Ben Brown, Owner and Head Coach at Body Systems, where we specialize in online nutrition and fitness coaching to help you change your belief system around health and fitness. In today’s episode, I’m tackling one of the most frequently asked questions: "How do I lose weight and keep it off?" The truth is, we don’t have a w
265_Halloween Candy Hacks, Best Candy Picks, and Navigating Halloween Parties
What’s going on, everyone? Welcome to another Q&A episode of the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show. I'm your host, Ben Brown, Owner and Head Coach at Body Systems. We are an online nutrition and fitness coaching company, and our mission is to help you change your belief system around what it truly means to be healthy.My goal with this podcast is to provide you with straightforward, practical, a
264_Alcohol, Fat Loss, and Metabolic Adaptation: What’s Really Holding You Back?
What is going on? Welcome to another Q&A episode of the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show.I'm your host, as always, Ben Brown, Owner and Head Coach here at Body Systems. We are an online nutrition and fitness coaching company, and we help you change your belief system around what it means to be healthy. My goal with this podcast is to provide the most straightforward, practical, and strategical
263_Finding Time to Exercise, Strength Training for Fat Loss, and The Link Between Stress and Fat Storage
What is going on? Welcome to another Q&A episode of the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show.I'm your host, as always, Ben Brown, Owner and Head Coach here at Body Systems. We are an online nutrition and fitness coaching company, and we help you change your belief system around what it means to be healthy. My goal with this podcast is to provide the most straightforward, practical, and strategical
262_Why You’re Not Losing Weight, How Sleep Impacts Fat Loss, and The Truth About Intermittent Fasting
Welcome to another episode of the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show. I'm your host, as always, Ben Brown, owner and head coach at Body Systems. We are a virtual one-on-one nutrition and fitness coaching company, and we help clients change their belief system of what it means to be healthy. And we do this with our pure science, proven results process. In this Q&A episode, I'm answ
261_Leading by Example: How to Take Control of Your Health with Ben Brown
Welcome to another episode of the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show. I'm your host, as always, Ben Brown, owner and head coach at Body Systems. We are a virtual one-on-one nutrition and fitness coaching company, and we help clients change their belief system of what it means to be healthy. And we do this with our pure science, proven results system. Today, instead of our regular podcast, I'm e
260_Q&A: Best Health Apps, Misleading Foods & the Reality of Net Carbs
In today's Q&A episode, I'm answering questions submitted by our listeners on nutrition, fitness, lifestyle, and, of course, fat loss. First, I'll explore the world of health tech—what are the best apps and wearables out there, and are they genuinely helping us or just adding noise?Next, I'll clear up some common misconceptions about foods you think are healthy. You might be surprised by
259_Q&A: Stop Diet Sabotage, How Long Weight Loss Really Takes & What to Do If Tracking Fails
Welcome to another Q&A episode of the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show, where I answer some of your most pressing questions about nutrition, fitness, and fat loss. I'm your host, as always, Ben Brown, Owner and Head Coach here at Body Systems. We are an online nutrition and fitness coaching company, and we help you change your belief system around what it means to be healthy.In today's po
258_Q&A: Your Exercise Mindset, Why I'm Not a Fan of Optavia, and Other Diets That Are Keeping You Stuck
Welcome back to another episode of The Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show. As always, I'm your host, Ben Brown. And in this Q&A episode, I'll answer some of your most pressing questions about nutrition, fitness, and fat loss. First, I'm discussing how to shift your mindset from viewing exercise as a chore to embracing it as a privilege. This is a game-changer for anyone feeling stuck in the
257_Q&A: Underrated Fat Loss Exercises, How Important Are Rest Periods, and What to Do When Motivation Is Low
Welcome to another Q&A episode of the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show, where I answer some of your most pressing questions about nutrition, fitness, and fat loss. Today I'll be breaking down the best type of activity for fat loss, how much exercise you should really be doing, whether time between sets actually makes a difference, and perhaps the most relatable of all—how do you find the
256_Q&A: Are You Lifting Heavy Enough, Can You Lose Fat & Gain Muscle at the same time, and Are Your "Bad Genetics" Really Holding You Back?
Welcome back to another episode of The Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show.I'm Ben Brown, head coach and owner here at Body Systems and I'm excited to welcome you to this Q&A episode.In today's episode, we are going to talk about whether you're using the right weight for a given exercise and how to know how much weight you should be using.We're going to talk about whether it's possible to lose fa
255_How to Train and Eat for Muscle Gain vs. Fat Loss
How do I get more toned without becoming too bulky? What's better, heavier weights or higher reps? Can you split up your workouts and still get the same benefits? How do we differentiate between weight loss and fat loss, and how does muscle factor into that equation?I answer all of these questions in this week's Q&A episode of the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show.If you ha
254_Behind the Scenes: An Insiders Perspective of Nutrition and Fat Loss with Kristina Brown
All too often, clients join our Smart Nutrition Coaching Program having spent years taking care of everyone else but themselves, only to realize that the person they see in the mirror is no longer a reflection of who they want to be.This exact scenario played out with my wife, Kristina. A former collegiate athlete and all-around hard-charging individual, Kristina put all of her time and effort int
253_Is the Juice Worth the Squeeze?
If it sounds too good to be true...It probably is.In today's episode of the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show, I call bullshit on all the crap being spewed over social media on how to lose weight without having to make any sacrifices. Without giving up alcohol. Without tracking your food. Without meal prepping or meal planning. Without giving up junk food. Because there will ALWAYS be tradeoffs. An
252_Busting Fitness Myths: What You Think You Need Vs. What You Actually Need
In today's special Q&A episode of the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show, I'll discuss some of the common practices that people think that they should be doing, but actually are probably hindering their success, whether you can still lose weight while drinking alcohol and eating junk food, if you need to stretch before I work out, and whether or not being sore is a sign of a good workout.As alwa
251_The 10 Commandments of Fat Loss Over 40
Things change as we get older. We start to accumulate more belly fat. We have a harder time losing weight. We have a harder time recovering from our workouts. We experience more stress and frankly have more responsibilities. We have more excuses as to why it becomes harder to eat healthier and exercise. We feel like we just don't have enough time to do the things we need to do to move the needle.
250_You Become Who You Surround Yourself With
As the adage goes, you are the sum of the five people that you surround yourself with.And when it comes to your health and fitness, this rings especially true. In today's episode of the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show, I explain why the people you spend the most time with, and the environment you put yourself in, will dictate your weight loss success, and I share exactly how to cultivate a networ
249_How to Navigate Nutrition When Traveling
In today's episode of the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show, I’m excited to share insights from my family’s recent trip to Europe and some travel nutrition strategies that were incredibly helpful during our vacation.If you’re traveling this summer and want to enjoy all the foods, drinks, and fun without completely derailing your weight loss progress, you won't want to miss this podcast.As always, i
248_Q&A: High Protein Bars, Shakes, & Snacks - Yay or Nay?
Welcome to a special Q&A episode of the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show where I answer questions submitted by our community members. I'm your host, as always, Ben Brown, Owner and Head Coach here at Body Systems. In today's podcast, we'll discuss what's better, protein bars or protein shakes, my opinion on high-protein desserts, junk foods, and snacks, some easy-to-make quick high-protein foo
247_Q&A: The Truth About Effective Strength Training, Essential Exercises, and Debunking Popular Workouts
Welcome to a special Q&A episode of the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show where I answer questions submitted by our community members. I'm your host, as always, Ben Brown, Owner and Head Coach here at Body Systems. In today's podcast, we're discussing whether strength training exercises need to be fancy to be effective, if there are essential exercises everyone should do, why I often criticize
246_How to Change Your Identity with Amber Brueseke of Biceps After Babies
What happens when you have your fitness game dialed in but aren’t seeing the changes you were hoping for?What if you feel like you’re eating healthy but still stagnant with your physique and weight loss goals?What type of training and dieting strategies actually work for long-term success?In today's episode, I catch up with Amber Brueseke, a wife, mom of four (ages 10-17), and a former RN who foun
245_Coaches Roundtable: How to Avoid Self-Sabotage
Are you self-sabotaging your weight loss process? In this week's podcast coach Dr. Dan Dodd, coach Joey Szolowicz, and I talk about some of the biggest mistakes clients unintentionally make that keep them from reaching the goals they set for themselves, and offer up some easy-to-implement solutions to prevent self-sabotage. If you have a question for the coaches drop it in the comments below, reac
244_Q&A: Getting in Shape for Summer, Cardio for Fat Loss, and When to Eat Your Carbs
In today's special Q&A episode of the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show, I'll share exactly what you should do to get in shape for summer, whether or not cardio is important for fat loss, how much cardio you should be doing, and whether there's a "best" time to consume carbs. Got a question you'd like us to tackle in an upcoming episode? Let us know on our social media channels @bodysystemscoac
243_Building Healthy, Happy, and Resilient Children with Dr. Elisa Song
Raising healthy, happy kids shouldn't be so hard. Yet, despite living in what should be the golden age of medicine, our children are sicker than ever. Nearly 1 in 2 kids has a chronic condition, whether it's eczema, asthma, ADHD, anxiety, autoimmunity, or even all of the above. Many parents are at a loss for who to turn to for trusted advice - advice that takes a root-cause, ho
242_Making Menopause Your B*tch with Esther Blum, MS, RD, CDN, CNS
Welcome to another episode of the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show. I'm your host, as always, Ben Brown, owner and head coach at Body Systems.Today on the show I'm excited to welcome back my good friend Esther Blum, MS, RD, CDN, CNS. Esther is an integrative dietitian and menopause expert who's helped thousands of women master menopause through nutrition, hormones, and self-advocacy.She is the bes
241_Business and Body Comp. Talk with Ben
Welcome to a special edition of The Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show. Today on the podcast we're mixing things up a bit. Instead of the usual guest interview or solo round, I'm sharing an interview that I did on the Flex Diet Podcast with host Mike T. Nelson, PhD. In this episode we tackle everything from the challenge of breaking down scientific jargon into digestible advice for clients to t
240_Kids Health, Gut Health, Food Quality, and The Glutening of America, with Dr. Kelly Meehan
About 1 to 2% of our population has celiac disease, and most people don't even know they have it. Similarly, as many as 1 in 10 people are gluten-sensitive, and most have no idea.Today on the show I'm joined by my close friend Kelly Meehan, IHP, MBCE, OD, FAAO. Kelly is an integrative health practitioner, certified health coach, wife, and busy mom of three with a passion for helping families
239_How to Use Exercise Snacks to Fuel your Fitness & Fat Loss Goals with Ben Brown
In today's episode, I'm going to break down a new form of snacking that revolves around short bursts of physical activity strategically spread out throughout the day that can serve to get you started on your health journey, keep your fitness levels up during times when you might be limited and your traditional routine might be suffering, and/or help you add more powerful bonus tools to your other
238_How to Die Sexy with Adrienne Smith
Today on the show I'm excited to introduce Adrienne Smith. Adrienne is a mechanical engineer turned longevity and peak performance specialist. She has 34 certifications and more than 26 years of experience spanning strength training, corrective exercise, bodywork, nutrition, and longevity. For the past 16+ years, Adrienne has owned a training facility catering to a diverse clientele - from athlete
237_Restoring Men's Health Through a Multi-Modal Approach with Justin Groce, MSN, APRN, CSCS
Welcome to another episode of the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show. I'm your host, as always, Ben Brown, Owner and head coach at Body Systems.Today on the show I'm joining forces with Justin Groce from The Restore Clinic. Justin is a quadruple board-certified nurse practitioner and certified strength and conditioning coach specializing in men's hormone replacement therapy and anti-aging. He provid
236_Active Life Rx: Creating a Life of Physical Freedom Without Compromise with Dr. Sean Pastuch
Today I had the pleasure of chatting with Dr. Sean Pastuch. Sean is the owner and founder of Active Life, a personal development company that combines education, exercise, and mentorship to empower a life of freedom without compromise. He's helped Olympic medalists, professional baseball players, CrossFit games champions, and thousands of people get out of pain without going to the doctor or
235_Split-Second Courage, Turning Pain Into Purpose with Christine Conti
Today on the show, I am honored to have Christine Conti. Christine is an international fitness educator, chronic disease wellness specialist, and recipient of the IDEA World 2023 Fitness Professional of the Year. She is the CEO of CONTI: a woman-owned enterprise offering keynote speaking, chronic disease wellness, mindset coaching, and continuing education for fitness professionals, schools,
234_ Leveraging Your Nutrition & Fitness Skills to Build Physical & Financial Freedom with Thanasi Panagiotakopoulos
Today on the show I chat with my buddy Thanasi Panagiotakopoulos.Thanasi is a former professional basketball player and Body Systems alumnus. He is also the Founder and President of Life Managed, a fee-only fiduciary independent privately owned financial planning and investment management firm in Phoenix. In today's conversation, we dive into the myriad of similarities between keeping your bo
233_Eating for Excellence: Mike Dolce's Guide to Winning Nutrition and Sustainable Health
Welcome to another episode of the Smart Nutrition Made Simple show. I am your host, as always Ben Brown, owner of Body Systems, a one-on-one fitness and nutrition coaching company that helps you change your belief system around what it means to be healthy because we believe that your health determines your freedom today on the show, I'm excited and honored to have four-time MMA world trainer of th
232_Food, Fitness, and Phys Ed. - Building Healthy Behaviors In Our Youth with Jim Hallinan
Welcome to the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show. I'm your host, Ben Brown. In today's episode of the show, I chop it up with Jim Hallinan. Jim is a high school phys ed teacher turned nutrition coach who helps high-performing individuals find the energy they've been looking for through smart food choices, lifestyle tweaks, and mindset shifts. In this conversation, we tackle some of the mo
231_Things We've Changed Our Minds About In Nutrition & Fitness
If you're following a coach or influencer who's stuck in a single-track mindset, preaching a dogmatic approach to weight loss or body transformation, it's time to reconsider your sources.At Body Systems, we're champions of growth, continuous learning, and we have no problem admitting we don't know, what we don't know. The best coaches are those who remain students at heart—constantly curious, cons
230_Tailoring Nutrition to Your Unique Needs with Cody McBroom
Today, I catch up with Cody McBroom, the owner of Tailored Coaching Method, a lifestyle coaching company that's focused on fitting the training and nutrition to the client and not the other way around. In our conversation, we talk about the similarities between running a successful business and building a lean, healthy body. Of course, they both require time, energy, focus, and prioritization, but
229_365 Days to Photoshoot Ready with Coach Joey Szolowicz
1 year. Imagine what you could achieve if you set an intention and then strategically planned each step out 1 year in advance.In January 2023 Body Systems Coach @joeyszolowicz and I set an intention to do a 1 year periodized physique transformation. The goal was to spend 1-2 months at maintenance while establishing accurate tracking/training habits, 6-7 months bulking up, followed by a 3-month fat
228_What It Takes to Become a Real Coach with Aram Grigorian
In today's conversation, I catch up with my buddy Aram Grigorian.Aram is a nutrition coach who provides practical solutions for everyday folks who want to stop the cycle of dieting and disappointment. He also hosts the Real Coaches Summit to help bring education to the forefront of the coaching industry.And in our conversation today, we work to put a simple spin on what is often far too complex of
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