
Episode 293: Optimizing Athletic Performance with Ben Mayfield-Smith
About this episode
Welcome back to the Flex Diet Podcast, hosted by me, Dr. Mike T. Nelson. In this episode, we dive deep into optimizing athletic performance, muscle mass, and body composition with expert Ben Mayfield-Smith. Join us as we discuss physiology, psychology, time management, sleep routines, coaching, client setbacks, goal setting, and lifestyle factors.
Hear first-hand about Ben's experience at the Super Coach Summit and insights on various topics, from effective coaching techniques to the importance of mentorship. Don't miss out on this wide-ranging conversation packed with valuable information for coaches and athletes!
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Episode Chapters:
- 03:03 Casual Conversation and Catching Up
- 05:08 Travel Stories and Experiences
- 12:44 Coaching Philosophy and Client Management
- 41:21 Considering a Job Change
- 41:45 Optimizing Sleep Habits
- 42:10 Client Journey and Body Composition
- 43:05 Advanced Training and Competing
- 44:30 Holistic Coaching Approach
- 49:07 Setting Long-Term Goals
- 52:31 Importance of Client Data
- 57:45 Challenges in Online Coaching
- 01:16:18 Simplifying Client Information
- 01:20:02 Conclusion and Resources
Flex Diet Podcast Episodes You May Enjoy:
- Episode 272: Mastering Strength and Body Composition with Paul Oneid: Strategies for Peak Performance
- Episode 136: Flex Diet, Phys Flex, Metabolism and Nutrition Research for Compound Performance- Jeb and Dean interview Dr Mike T Nelson
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- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCn1aTbQqHglfNrENPm0GTpg
- Email: https://miketnelson.com/contact-us/
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