by Mike Matthews
OVER 25,000,000 DOWNLOADS AND COUNTING! If you want to know how to build muscle, lose fat, and be healthier, happier, and wiser...faster than you ever thought possible...then this podcast is for you. Hosted by the bestselling author and entrepreneur, Mike Matthews, each episode gives you simple, science-based know-how and inspiration that will help you build your best body and life ever. Find out more at www.legionathletics.com
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February 19, 2025
<p>Yup—it’s true—after more than 10 years and nearly 1,200 episodes, I’ve decided to step away from the Muscle for Life podcast… at least for now.</p><p>In this final episode, I share how I came to the decision to pause the pod, what’s next for me and Legion, and how I’ll continue creating content to help you get fitter, healthier, and happier. I also reflect on what the show has meant to me, what I’ve learned along the way, and why now feels like the right time to move on.</p><p>So, to everyone who has listened, shared, worked on, appeared on, and supported the podcast—thank you.</p><p>It’s meant a lot.</p><p>Farewell for now.</p>
February 12, 2025
<p>In this episode, I discuss strategies to beat bad eating habits, my favorite free-weight exercises for leg day, upcoming developments with Legion Clear Protein, and more.</p><p>As always, these questions come directly from my<a href="https://www.instagram.com/muscleforlifefitness/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"> Instagram</a> followers, who take advantage of my weekly Q&As in my stories.</p><p>If you have a question you're dying to have answered, make sure you follow me on Instagram (@muscleforlifefitness) and look out for the Q&A posts. Your question might just make it into a podcast episode!</p><p>If you like this type of episode, let me know. Send me an email (<a href="mailto:[email protected]" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">[email protected]</a>) or direct message me on Instagram. And if you don’t like it, let me know that too or how you think it could be better.</p><p>---</p><p><strong>Timestamps:</strong></p><p>(00:00) Intro</p><p>(02:03) Intermittent fasting—fad?</p><p>(06:33) Beat bad eating habits?</p><p>(10:39) Dream Whey+ flavor?</p><p>(11:25) TLS workouts—full coverage?</p><p>(11:52) Dexa scans reliable?</p><p>(12:50) Butter healthy?</p><p>(13:24) Best Adonis belt exercise?</p><p>(14:34) High urea—lower protein?</p><p>(14:54) Fastest way to first pull-up?</p><p>(15:21) Green powder worth it?</p><p>(16:00) Bicep tendonitis—alternatives?</p><p>(17:11) Biggest Legion challenge?</p><p>(26:03) Count all protein?</p><p>(29:03) Train on period?</p><p>(29:46) Raising what cows?</p><p>(30:47) Check nutrients without bloodwork?</p><p>(31:19) Compound vs. machines?</p><p>(34:47) 100g+ protein needed?</p><p>(36:01) Phosphatidic acid thoughts?</p><p>(37:16) Natural or enhanced?</p><p>(38:54) Best leg exercise no machines?</p><p>---</p><p><strong>Mentioned on the Show:</strong></p><p><a href="https://legionathletics.com/coaching/?utm_source=blog&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=CoachingCTA" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Coaching Page</a></p><p><a href="https://legionathletics.com/products/books/the-little-black-book-of-workout-motivation/?utm_source=blog&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=LBBWMCTA" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">The Little Black Book of Workout Motivation</a></p><p><a href="https://legionathletics.com/products/supplements/whey-protein-powder/?utm_source=blog&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=WheyCTA" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Whey+</a></p>
February 5, 2025
<p>What’s the secret to living a long, happy life? How do relationships influence happiness and longevity? How does social connection impact stress and well-being? </p> <p>In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Robert Waldinger, director of the Harvard Study of Adult Development and author of The Good Life, to explore the powerful role of relationships in health and happiness.</p> <p>Dr. Waldinger leads the world’s longest-running study on happiness, a ground-breaking project that began in 1938. Drawing from over eight decades of research, Dr. Waldinger offers actionable insights into why relationships are vital and how we can nurture them for a healthier, more fulfilling life.</p> <p>In this interview, you’ll learn . . .</p> <p>- Why relationships are the most important predictor of happiness and longevity</p> <p>- The role of “social fitness” in managing stress and improving well-being</p> <p>- How to identify and address signs of loneliness in your life</p> <p>- The secrets to making new friends and deepening existing connections</p> <p>- How family dynamics shape your ability to build relationships</p> <p>And more…</p> <p>So, if you want to understand how relationships can transform your health and happiness, click play and join the conversation.</p> <p>---</p> <p><strong>Timestamps:</strong></p> <p>(00:00) Intro</p> <p>(05:46) Harvard study overview</p> <p>(08:53) Cultural differences</p> <p>(10:33) Social fitness</p> <p>(13:29) Relationships and longevity</p> <p>(15:24) Signs of poor socializing</p> <p>(21:54) Quality vs. quantity</p> <p>(26:44) Deepening connections</p> <p>(32:57) Childhood's role</p> <p>(35:19) Parenting mistakes</p> <p>(38:42) Attention as love</p> <p>(39:51) Defining high-quality relationships</p> <p>(44:46) Romantic vs. friendships</p> <p>(50:41) Signs of successful couples</p> <p>---</p> <p><strong>Mentioned on the Show:</strong></p> <p><a href="https://legionathletics.com/products/supplements/triumph-multivitamin-for-men/?utm_source=blog&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=TriumphMenCTA" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Triumph</a></p> <p><a href="https://legionathletics.com/products/books/the-little-black-book-of-workout-motivation/?utm_source=blog&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=LBBWMCTA" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">The Little Black Book of Workout Motivation</a></p> <p><a href="https://legionathletics.com/products/supplements/pulse-pre-workout/?utm_source=blog&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=PulseCTA" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Pulse</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Good-Life-Lessons-Longest-Happiness/dp/1846046785/ref=sr_1_1?adgrpid=1185274578992540&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.o7dL9FI_67Th8TM1-V01MEUvFBLInl1slKT5jCKvBUYcO18VyBDJvh1It_-hK9RxUBwIZFKd0kbrkU37NMhA0RxtegZlHh9pTScLaWeyTummyMe132AmOSaYXzY7azpI-n4QinQVJobj_vS3desy1viKVwrYT-JaUzIN-SsFxPbFVWm4SsR8ATpLT4VHd2cMqOI5ion_sKF2U-KC98kEB5tskl9pfUB126ozscFCkjc.lIRy02IhUZDMPi02KoohgC24Yc0E5nkuWoUjXjLyXVk&dib_tag=se&hvadid=74079889831768&hvbmt=be&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=41726&hvnetw=o&hvqmt=e&hvtargid=kwd-74079887974908%3Aloc-188&hydadcr=24429_2219239&keywords=robert+waldinger+books&mcid=da6be5f9a9c2346a844fe45c80c2571a&msclkid=f85da0220ce01eb27384c7b97b7e02d8&qid=1738241953&sr=8-1" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">The Good Life: Lessons from the World's Longest Study on Happiness</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.robertwaldinger.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Robert Waldinger</a></p> <p><br></p>
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