Metabolic Freedom With Ben Azadi

Obi Obadike | The Smartest Way to Build Muscle Mass, How to Prioritize Recovery, & Fasted vs Fed State Exercise KKP: 747

02.23.2024 - By Ben AzadiPlay

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Today, I am blessed to have here with me Obi Obadike. He is the current Telly Award-winning TV co-host of a national syndicated health TV show called Lifestyle Magazine over the last 4 seasons. And he has won 3 Telly Awards associated with that show as a TV host. Obadike was a top Division I collegiate track athlete at Cal State Fullerton, where he was the school record holder in the 100 and 200 meters as well as the 400-meter relay. He was also co-athlete of the year at the university and a two-time All Big West Conference sprinter. He was the fastest guy in the history of the university. He holds B.A/B.S and M.S degrees and is a certified nutritionist specialist and certified trainer with ISSA. He has been a writer and contributor for fitness magazines and sites such as Muscle and Fitness, Bodybuilding.com, AskMen.com, Sharecare.com,  LiveStrong,  Shape, Oxygen, and many others. In February of 2017, he was named Senior Executive Director of Health and Wellness for the ISSA- (International Sport Sciences Association) as well as an advisor to their presidential board. In January of 2018, he launched his own signature supplement brand called Obistrong with his business partners. In this episode, Obi covers a wide range of health, fitness, and well-being topics. Obi dives into the evolution and risks of bodybuilding, highlighting the extreme nature of the sport and its potential negative impact on overall health. He advocates for using dumbbells in workouts, provides injury-smart alternatives to traditional exercises, and stresses the significance of proper timing and energy management in workout routines. Plus, Obi shares his perspective on health and gratitude, emphasizing the value of being healthy and functional over material wealth. Throughout the episode, Obi emphasizes the importance of understanding the scientific aspects of exercise and prioritizing wellness for long-term health and happiness.

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