Joe Farese is a natural-for-life pro bodybuilder who has competed for the last 36 years consecutively. He has also worked over the past 36 years as a trainer and health coach for populations ranging from young athletes to seniors.

Joe's recent bodybuilding resume includes:

2021 WNBF Pro Mr. Universe winner

2021 and 2022 Pro Masters Mr. America winner

2023 Pro Mr. America lightweight class winner and Grandmasters (50+) Mr America class winner

In this episode, we discuss:

Sleep and distress tolerance in relation to physique transformation

The power of social connection

Longevity in bodybuilding

Injury prevention

Drug testing and steroids in bodybuilding

The psychology of bodybuilding

Body dysmorphia and body image

Resources mentioned in the show:

Mike Israetel on sleep for muscle growth (Modern Wisdom)

Joe on the three kinds of performance intelligence: mind, body, and emotion