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Hack You
Hosted by Vadim Fedotov, Mike Thurston · EN
Co-hosted by Mike Thurston and Vadim Fedotov, Hack You is a space for real conversations with world-class experts on what you can do to optimise your health and performance.
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Common Nutrition Lies Killing Your Muscle Growth & Fat Loss (Fix These Now)
4d ago01:27:43Tap to summarizeThe narrative telling you to lower protein for longevity is backwards. Alan explains why protein is the strongest macronutrient for appetite control, how higher protein wins in every controlled study for body composition and metabolic health, and why food selection matters more than hitting arbitrary numbers.Alan breaks down why this is just water retention and your body's survival response, how diet breaks every 4-8 weeks make cutting sustainable, and why waiting until your fifties to increase protein makes no sense when you should have built muscle your whole life.The bottom line: don't follow theory, look at who's actually strongest at their oldest.00:00 Introduction07:01 Journey of Alan Aragon's career in nutrition10:44 Protein intake debate and addressing misconceptions18:09 Discussing upper limits of protein consumption24:30 Ability to build muscle while in a calorie deficit30:49 Effective strategies for quick fat loss38:48 Psychological breaks during long-term dieting45:25 Transitioning from a fat loss phase to maintenance51:24 Perspectives on fasting and its benefits01:00:02 Importance of tracking and understanding nutritional intake01:05:56 Modern debates around GLP-1 medications for weight loss01:17:19 Addressing misinformation in the health optimisation spaceDISCLAIMERNothing shared on this podcast is a substitute for professional medical guidance. Please consult a healthcare professional before making any health or lifestyle changes.Hack You Media→ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hackyoumedia/→ More from Hack You: https://hackyou.media/#aa19104a-abc1-4697-b0f5-0e81e47e60c5» Follow Vadim«Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vadim_bioniq/?hl=enBioniq: https://www.bioniq.com/» Follow Mike«YouTube: Youtube.com/MikeThurstonInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikethurston/?hl=enFirst Things THRST: Youtube.com/FirstThingsThrst» Follow Alan«Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thealanaragon/?hl=enWebsite: https://alanaragon.com/
Transcribe →The *NEW* Peptide Stack for Brain, Longevity & Performance | Dean Henry
2w ago01:24:28Tap to summarizeDean Henry returns to break down the peptide landscape after FDA changes, share his personal stack, and explain why biological individuality matters more than cookie-cutter protocols.Learn why insulin has been around for 100 years as a peptide, but people don't realise the connection, how KPV and BPC work orally for gut health because they don't need to break through the bloodstream, and why stacking 18 peptides simultaneously makes no sense.This covers Mike's first injection experience and why he wants to try retatrutide on micro-dosing, how BPC makes receptors more sensitive when stacked, why most people think retatrutide isn't working because they're still hungry instead of realising they get fuller quicker, and Dean's current five-peptide stack for body composition while travelling.00:00 Introduction01:03 Introduction to Dean Henry and peptide discussion07:26 Basics of what peptides are18:53 Immediate effects of peptides versus supplements23:31 Starting peptide recommendations and initial effects28:24 Personal experiences and favourite peptides35:29 Forms of peptides: injectables, pills, and sprays41:17 Who should consider peptides and how to start55:01 Common peptides and their potential side effects1:11:22 Peptides specific to women1:14:51 Can peptides help with specific health issues?1:19:08 Future of peptides and upcoming innovationsDISCLAIMERNothing shared on this podcast is a substitute for professional medical guidance. Please consult a healthcare professional before making any health or lifestyle changes.Hack You Media→ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hackyoumedia/→ More from Hack You: https://hackyou.media/#aa19104a-abc1-4697-b0f5-0e81e47e60c5» Follow Vadim«Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vadim_bioniq/?hl=enBioniq: https://www.bioniq.com/» Follow Mike«YouTube: youtube.com/MikeThurstonInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikethurston/?hl=enFirst Things THRST: Youtube.com/FirstThingsThrst» Follow Dean«Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dean.e.henry/Website: https://uaepeptides.com/author/deanuaepeptides-com/
Transcribe →Common Mistakes Killing Your Muscle Growth & Testosterone (Fix These Now)
4w ago01:16:32Tap to summarizeBen Pakulski is a former IFBB Pro Bodybuilder and founder of Muscle Intelligence, and this conversation reveals why most lifters plateau because they never learn to direct tension to the right muscle, how true resilience means switching between warrior and monk states instantly, and why fixing digestion matters more than chasing hormones.Ben explains why his MI40 program became a phenomenon—he pioneered intelligent execution and individualised mechanics before anyone else talked about the scientific approach to training. Learn why activation sets before maximum effort work better than mindless volume, how the final reps where speed slows down are what actually recruit growth fibres, and why earning your sets through recovery capacity beats arbitrary set schemes.0:00 Introduction to Ben Pakulski and his fitness philosophy03:18 The evolution of Ben's MI-40 training program09:43 Framework for setting fitness goals: mission, map, mentor15:51 Managing stress and emotional resilience in training21:31 Diagnostic approach to customised fitness programs28:23 Evaluating sleep quality and its impact on fitness32:30 Deciding when to consider testosterone therapy37:03 Training intensity and the concept of failure42:31 Structuring workouts for optimal muscle activation53:59 Precision in movement for experienced vs. novice athletes58:52 The reality of achieving an elite physique healthily1:03:32 Optimal body fat percentage for health and longevity1:11:06 Views on GLP-1s and appetite control in fitness programs1:15:22 Current peptide experiments and their effectsDISCLAIMERNothing shared on this podcast is a substitute for professional medical guidance. Please consult a healthcare professional before making any health or lifestyle changes.Hack You Media→ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hackyoumedia/→ More from Hack You: https://hackyou.media/#aa19104a-abc1-4697-b0f5-0e81e47e60c5» Follow Vadim«Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vadim_bioniq/?hl=enBioniq: https://www.bioniq.com/» Follow Mike«YouTube: YouTube.com/MikeThurstonInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikethurston/?hl=enFirst Things THRST: YouTube.com/FirstThingsThrst» Follow Ben«Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bpakfitness/Website: https://www.benpakulski.com/
Transcribe →Longevity Doctor: Easy Fixes To Slow Aging & Live Healthier (Works For Everyone)
Apr 2801:14:31Tap to summarizeDr Joel Fuhrman has practised nutritional medicine for over 35 years, and this conversation reveals why most protein and performance advice is wrong, how slowing your metabolism extends lifespan, and why eating more vegetables matters more than exercise for longevity.Joel explains why he became a nutritional specialist after being a professional figure skater—he's reviewed tens of thousands of studies showing the evidence is overwhelming and not controversial among longevity researchers. Learn why you cannot be healthy and overweight even at moderate body fat percentages, how nuts and seeds reduce cardiovascular death by 40% compared to oils, and why most people should cut animal products from 35% down to below 10% of their diet.00:00 Introduction04:20 Common misconceptions about nutrition and longevity08:35 Importance of nutrient density and healthy fats17:11 Muscle mass vs. body fat in longevity24:28 Ideal body composition and diet composition31:19 Blue Zones and dietary patterns for long life40:47 Implementing dietary changes and food intolerances47:45 Comparing Mediterranean diet to Nutritarian diet58:04 Potential risks of excessive supplementation1:02:01 Summary of dietary strategies for longevity1:08:59 Summary of insights from various health experts1:10:46 Closing remarks and final thoughts on dietary impactDISCLAIMERNothing shared on this podcast is a substitute for professional medical guidance. Please consult a healthcare professional before making any health or lifestyle changes.Hack You Media→ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hackyoumedia/→ More from Hack You: https://hackyou.media/#aa19104a-abc1-4697-b0f5-0e81e47e60c5» Follow Vadim«Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vadim_bioniq/?hl=enBioniq: https://www.bioniq.com/» Follow Mike«YouTube: YouTube.com/MikeThurstonInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikethurston/?hl=enFirst Things THRST: YouTube.com/FirstThingsThrst» Follow Joel«YouTube: YouTube.com/drfuhrmanWebsite: https://www.drfuhrman.com/
Transcribe →The "Health" Advice Slowly Destroying Your Hormones, Youth & Longevity | Valter Longo
Apr 1500:58:37Tap to summarizeDr Valter Longo is a longevity researcher who developed the fasting-mimicking diet, and this conversation reveals why 16-hour fasting increases mortality risk, how true autophagy takes five full days to activate, and why high protein might be accelerating ageing.Valter explains why skipping breakfast and 16-hour fasting correlates with higher cardiovascular disease, despite faster results, 12-hour eating windows show zero negatives in studies. Learn why the five-day FMD uses low protein and high fat to trigger fasting while feeding gut bacteria, how less than 10% of people reach age 70 disease-free, and why blocking growth hormone pathways makes organisms live dramatically longer.00:00 Daily fasting duration recommendations04:02 Development of the fasting-mimicking diet (FMD)10:30 Concerns about water-only fasting effects14:07 Application of FMD for disease prevention and longevity21:51 Completing the fasting cycle with proper refeeding25:09 The debate on protein sources and intake32:48 Protein intake for muscle growth and longevity38:16 The relationship between strength training and longevity50:20 Stress and its interaction with food and health54:35 Key lifestyle factors influencing longevityDISCLAIMERNothing shared on this podcast is a substitute for professional medical guidance. Please consult a healthcare professional before making any health or lifestyle changes.Hack You Media→ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hackyoumedia/→ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hack.you.media?lang=en→ More from Hack You: https://hackyou.media/#aa19104a-abc1-4697-b0f5-0e81e47e60c5» Follow Vadim«Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vadim_bioniq/?hl=enBioniq: https://www.bioniq.com/» Follow Mike«YouTube: youtube.com/MikeThurstonInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikethurston/?hl=enFirst Things THRST: YouTube.com/FirstThingsThrst» Follow Valter«Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/prof_valterlongo/?__d=1%252FWebsite: https://valterlongo.com/
Transcribe →Why Your Food Is Destroying Your Body (and how to fix it) | Jen Smiley
Mar 3100:55:57Tap to summarizeJen Smiley is a nutrition educator and founder of Wake Up and Read the Labels, who transformed her health after discovering she couldn't pronounce the ingredients in everyday foods, and this conversation reveals why reading labels matters more than counting calories.Learn the simple five-second rule for reading labels, why enriched flour and synthetic vitamins create inflammation even in "healthy" products, and how most alternative milks use fillers to fake texture while hiding what's actually inside. This covers why convenience drives food choices more than health, which brands make clean alternatives without additives, and why her father's cancer diagnosis proved the approach worked beyond just weight loss.00:00 Introduction02:26 Jen's personal journey and wake-up moment with nutrition06:10 Realising food's impact on health and preventing diseases12:14 Deceptive food packaging and misleading labels17:31 Convenience and brand awareness driving processed food choices21:01 How to properly read and understand food labels25:31 Organic vs. natural labels and their meanings33:10 Why alternative milks gained popularity and their issues37:20 European vs. American bread-making processes41:00 Gluten-free alternatives and their real impact on health45:23 Protein bars, shakes, and finding cleaner options48:56 Significant food swaps for better well-being52:57 Quick meal ideas and clean eating essentials55:28 Closing thoughts on dietary changes and impactDISCLAIMERNothing shared on this podcast is a substitute for professional medical guidance. Please consult a healthcare professional before making any health or lifestyle changes.Hack You Media→ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hackyoumedia/→ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hack.you.media?lang=en→ More from Hack You: https://hackyou.media/#aa19104a-abc1-4697-b0f5-0e81e47e60c5» Follow Vadim«Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vadim_bioniq/?hl=enBioniq: https://www.bioniq.com/» Follow Jen«Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wakeupandreadthelabels/Website: https://jensmiley.com/
Transcribe →Here's Why You're Not Building Muscle (start growing) | Dr Milo Wolf
Mar 1701:17:45Tap to summarizeDr Milo Wolf is a muscle growth researcher who's spent years studying what actually works for hypertrophy, and this conversation reveals why the fitness industry is better than ever despite the drama, how junk volume above 10 sets per workout wastes your time, and why lengthened partials after failure can double your stimulus per set.Milo explains why going close to failure might be the single most important skill for intermediate lifters who can't spend hours in the gym; high intensity gets more growth without more time. Learn why leg extensions miss 75 degrees of knee flexion at the bottom, losing massive stretch stimulus, how sissy squats and deep lunges beat barbell squats for quad growth with less fatigue and spine loading, and why mixing rep ranges (mostly 4-12 with some higher) prevents injuries while maximising hypertrophy.00:00 Introduction03:00 Current state of the fitness industry09:12 Importance of honesty with personal trainers13:45 Critical role of technique and form18:31 Choosing efficient exercises for hypertrophy22:46 Top picks for chest exercises26:31 Effective use of dips in workouts29:52 Best exercises for back muscles35:38 Tips on rep ranges for hypertrophy40:23 Comprehensive leg workout strategies48:33 Exercise selection for arms and shoulders55:46 Hamstrings and glutes: top exercise choices01:06:49 Explanation of lengthened partials01:15:49 Building muscle in a calorie deficitDISCLAIMERNothing shared on this podcast is a substitute for professional medical guidance. Please consult a healthcare professional before making any health or lifestyle changes.Hack You Media→ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hackyoumedia/→ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hack.you.media?lang=en→ More from Hack You: https://hackyou.media/#aa19104a-abc1-4697-b0f5-0e81e47e60c5» Follow Vadim«Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vadim_bioniq/?hl=enBioniq: https://www.bioniq.com/» Follow Mike«YouTube: YouTube.com/MikeThurstonInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikethurston/?hl=enFirst Things THRST: YouTube.com/FirstThingsThrst» Follow Milo«Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmilowolf_/Website: https://linktr.ee/wolfcoach_
Transcribe →Most Men Get This Wrong In The Bedroom (fix your sex life)
Mar 301:10:41Tap to summarizeDr Amir Marashi started helping survivors of female genital mutilation restore sensation and became known as the vagina whisperer, and this conversation reveals why the clitoris anatomy was removed from medical textbooks for 100 years, how vaginal angle loss causes more issues than tightness, and what exosomes actually do for intimate tissue regeneration.Amir explains why orgasms rank alongside sleep and eating as fundamental pleasures—one good orgasm releases 100 times more oxytocin and endorphins than an hour at the gym. This covers why exosome injections repair nerve tissue and circulation at cellular levels, how morning erections returned to a 77-year-old after penis injections, and why pH balance matters more than hygiene products that kill good bacteria, causing fishy bacterial vaginosis.00:00 Introduction03:00 Why intimate health affects both performance and longevity09:54 Stigma around sexual health and shifting public curiosity14:00 How vaginal angle impacts sensation and sexual satisfaction18:21 Research on the best positions for female orgasm23:38 Why the brain drives 90% of female pleasure28:15 Rise of labiaplasty and cosmetic trends around the vulva32:05 Tools, food and fitness to improve pelvic health naturally36:43 Exosomes and stem cells for intimate rejuvenation47:29 Penis pumps, performance, and post-treatment gains50:25 Common misconceptions about sex health54:47 What smell says about vaginal health and what to fix58:18 Are sex toys making men obsolete? Not exactly1:01:25 Trending now—Ozempic labia and post-fat-loss procedures1:07:36 How to know if your intimate treatments actually workedDISCLAIMERNothing shared on this podcast is a substitute for professional medical guidance. Please consult a healthcare professional before making any health or lifestyle changes.Hack You Media→ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hackyoumedia/→ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hack.you.media?lang=en→ More from Hack You: https://hackyou.media/#aa19104a-abc1-4697-b0f5-0e81e47e60c5» Follow Vadim«Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vadim_bioniq/?hl=enBioniq: https://www.bioniq.com/» Follow Mike«YouTube: youtube.com/MikeThurstonInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikethurston/?hl=enFirst Things THRST: youtube.com/FirstThingsThrst» Follow Amir«Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nycgyno/?hl=enWebsite: https://nycgyno.com/
Transcribe →Shocking Dentistry Secrets They Don't Want You To Know
Feb 1701:34:03Tap to summarizeDr Dominik Nischwitz is a biological dentist who transformed from "tooth mechanic" to health optimisation expert after solving his own health issues through oral health, and this conversation reveals why the mouth is upstream of everything, how mouthwash destroys your microbiome, and why teeth should never need drilling if you understand root causes.The mouth is the hotel lobby to your body—if it looks terrible, you don't go in. This episode covers why hydroxyapatite toothpaste remineralises teeth naturally, unlike fluoride which disrupts your thyroid, and why chewing hard foods builds square masculine jawlines better than excessive gum.00:00 Introduction02:10 Why oral health is the most overlooked health lever06:00 From fixing teeth to whole-body healing through the mouth11:24 Why most dentists are just tooth mechanics15:14 How the mouth connects to mood, gut, and brain health18:16 Why dental education is totally outdated22:32 How bad nutrition secretly leads to tooth decay26:17 Why ancestral eating prevented crooked teeth33:36 Exactly what to buy: better toothpaste, brush and floss39:06 The right way to brush, floss, and tongue scrape43:10 Why mouthwash does more harm than good46:22 Coconut oil pulling and easy daily habits49:14 What causes bad breath, and when it's a red flag53:49 Chewing gum, jaw muscles and face shape changes57:45 Why mouth breathing ruins sleep and how to fix it1:00:40 The lifelong jaw benefits of breastfeeding1:11:22 When to prioritise oral health in your optimisation journey1:20:57 What getting a full mouth restoration actually looks like1:28:07 The truth about whitening, veneers and dental aestheticsDISCLAIMERNothing shared on this podcast is a substitute for professional medical guidance. Please consult a healthcare professional before making any health or lifestyle changes.Hack You Media→ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hackyoumedia/→ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hack.you.media?lang=en→ More from Hack You: https://hackyou.media/#aa19104a-abc1-4697-b0f5-0e81e47e60c5» Follow Vadim«Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vadim_bioniq/?hl=enBioniq: https://www.bioniq.com/» Follow Mike«YouTube: youtube.com/MikeThurstonInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikethurston/?hl=enFirst Things THRST: youtube.com/FirstThingsThrst» Follow Dominik«Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drdome1/?hl=enWebsite: https://drdomeofficial.com/
Transcribe →The Modern Diet Is Making You Sick, Here's What To Eat | Dr Anthony Chaffee
Feb 301:16:11Tap to summarizeDr Anthony Chaffee is a carnivore diet advocate who hasn't eaten fibre in a decade, and this conversation exposes how the plant-based food industry was founded by a religious movement obsessed with suppressing sexual urges, why tobacco companies now run most processed food manufacturers, and what actually happens to your body when you eat only meat.This reveals what changes in your bloodwork after going carnivore, why grain-finished beef is still better than any plant alternative, and how your brain's central governor of fatigue might explain the carb-performance debate better than actual glycogen needs.Timestamps00:00 Introduction01:32 Why diet confusion exists despite overwhelming research02:41 The rise of processed food and tobacco company tactics03:19 Kellogg’s plant-based roots and anti-pleasure ideology08:54 Carnivore and keto diets outperform in clinical trials09:53 Meat misrepresented in nutritional epidemiology studies15:21 How satiety and taste regulate meat consumption20:06 Step-by-step transition from balanced diet to carnivore21:35 Why ketosis might be our natural metabolic state24:59 How to phase out the most toxic plants and foods30:51 Making carnivore work while travelling and dining out36:06 How to choose meat quality and get enough fat40:06 Common mistakes and the problem with low-fat carnivore46:43 Debunking constipation myths and carb-loading culture47:52 Physical performance after proper keto adaptation54:07 Strategic carb use and the central governor theory58:04 Bloodwork changes to expect on a carnivore diet59:37 Hormone and thyroid health transformations01:07:37 Do carnivore diets require supplementation?01:10:07 Final thoughts on creatine and performance hacksDISCLAIMERNothing shared on this podcast is a substitute for professional medical guidance. Please consult a healthcare professional before making any health or lifestyle changes.Hack You Media→ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hackyoumedia/→ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hack.you.media?lang=en→ More from Hack You: https://hackyou.media/#aa19104a-abc1-4697-b0f5-0e81e47e60c5Follow VadimInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/vadim_bioniq/?hl=enBioniq: https://www.bioniq.com/Follow MikeYouTube: https://youtube.com/MikeThurstonInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikethurston/?hl=enFirst Things THRST: https://www.youtube.com/FirstThingsThrstFollow AnthonyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/anthonychaffeemd/?hl=enWebsite: https://www.howtocarnivore.com/
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