Ben helps founders apply operational principles from the Royal Marines and 10 years in tech leadership to evolve world-beating tech teams. He uses a systems approach, with more breadth than dogmatic agile consulting, and deep technical experience that's missing in business coaching.



We discuss:



The synergy from two worlds: being a marine and software development.Developing situational awarenessHow to avoid getting shotWhat Ben sees most people lackingA set of mental modelsOODAHow to move from system 2 to system 1Having some spare capacityPre-brief + debriefOpenness, being blameless, and inviting challengeRed team thinkingHaving a framework, drilling it first and then throwing chaos at it using the same framework to react



Find out more about Ben:



https://twitter.com/commandodevhttps://commando.devben@commando.dev

Ben Ford: Lessons from an Ex-Marine turned programmer

Interviews, Q and A and banter, all based on the most rapid ways to gain muscle and lose fat. Looking to grow your online coaching business? See our business podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/grow-your-online-fitness-business/id1479418251?ign-mpt=uo%3D4

Health & Fitness

https://youtu.be/yC1SYzaSMwQ








[00:00:00] Introduction and overview of training hacks[00:00:21] Importance of weightlifting and link to free program[00:01:13] Hack #1: Give yourself permission to go through the motions and limit weight lifted[00:02:03] Hack #2: Use wifi scales to track weight and eliminate friction[00:02:51] Hack #3: Evidence-based tips for dealing with Doms[00:03:26] Hack #4: Get a pair of para lats for versatility and upper body mass[00:03:44] Hack #5: Go for a quick walk upon waking up



[00:04:00] Hack #6: Go for a quick walk upon waking up[00:04:16] Quick gym hack for taking plates off the bar[00:04:58] Hack #7: Use a simple single cue for exercises[00:05:35] Hack #8: Tozo NC2 earphones for noise canceling[00:06:18] Hack #9: Utilize Apple Health or exist.io for personal data tracking[00:07:19] Hack #10: Learn to use your glutes during accessory movements



[00:07:17] Hack #10: Learn to use your glutes during accessory movements[00:07:38] Hack #11: Quick posture fix with underhand band pull apart[00:08:04] Hack #12: Use rest periods for pre-hab or stretching[00:08:26] Hack #13: Use a physical analog timer for productivity[00:08:53] Hack #14: Get a pull-up bar for posture improvement[00:09:12] Hack #15: Use Dr. Eric Goodman's Foundation series for back pain[00:10:39] Hack #16: Use the wobbly sausage for elbow problems[00:11:59] Hack #17: Use the HeavySet app for tracking total volume in training[00:12:39] Hack #18: Prep gym stuff the night before to minimize friction[00:13:54] Hack #19: Consider infrared sauna and red light box for physique improvement



[00:13:52] Hack #20: Set a goal to hit your age in number of reps of bench press[00:14:11] Hack #21: Use a dumbbell in one hand for split squats to improve focus[00:14:33] Hack #22: Try chest supported rows for a great back workout[00:15:15] Hack #23: Try the one-arm cable variant of the chest supported row if your gym doesn't have a pull-down machine

24 training hacks to transform your body (for less than £100)

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How to escape your Hustle Culture addiction

If you've seen my video rundown of red light therapy, here is the full discussion with expert from blockbluelight, Daniel Ebbett.



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https://youtu.be/7cjZwllSaZY




Discussing:



Dan's journey of discovery



Why is nobody talking about this?



The big picture goal



Easy wins from a light perspective



The main benefits



How the power compares to sunlightWhy are devices not all created equal. The price difference is not worth getting a bunk device with zero results!



⁃ Where to buy a legit unit



Also, check out our run-down of blue light blockers here:




https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YDsVXJCrWAY

Ben Ford: Lessons from an Ex-Marine turned programmer

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