Live Life Aggressively Podcast w/Mike Mahler & Sincere Hogan

James Wilks (http://jameslightningwilks.com) is a former UFC welterweight & winner of season 9 of The Ultimate Fighter. James currently runs his gym, Lightning MMA in Laguna Hills, CA., and is currently finishing his new documentary, "The Game-changers," which focuses on a different view on thriving via a plant-based diet. During episode #36 of the Live Life Aggressively podcast, James joins Mike & Sincere to discuss:

• James shares how he got started in mixed martial arts and how he found his way onto & winning The Ultimate Fighter reality show
• James discusses the ups and downs of living in The Ultimate Fighter house, & what happens in the house, that folks don't see on T.V.
• What was James's pre-fight ritual and how was it a positive and negative for him
• James shares the financial challenges of pro MMA fighters
• What lead to James's retirement from competing, how he transitioned to the next phase of his career, and how time off lead to his current interests
• James's experience with self-defense instruction, as well as working with the Navy Seals and various branches of law enforcement
• What events lead James's to transitioning to a plant-based diet & how he made the transition
• What did James learn from researching the processing and effects of poultry consumption, grass-fed beef, and eggs
• What are the things James & those proponents of the Paleo diet agree upon
• James discusses some of the myths associated with grain and soy consumption
• James walks us through his current diet and shares how some of those who consume a plant-based diet get it wrong

All this and much more. Subscribe, download, listen, and share this episode now by hopping over to iTunes or Stitcher at iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/live-life-aggressively-podcast/id646524617 (please leave us your reviews :-) Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=34706&refid=stprAlso, be sure to "like" and connect with us on our Facebook fan page at http://facebook.com/llapodcast.

This week's listener Q&A segment of episode #35 of the twice-weekly broadcast of the Live Life Aggressively podcast is available right now. During this episode, Mike & Sincere discuss:

• Why the fashion industry and "Black Friday" are "clever" rackets
• What is TV show is worse than "Hoarders" and why
• The ideal supplements for pet's joint health and the right situations to do so
• Just eating real food vs. extreme supplementing
• Tips to keep you motivated to train when you are no longer enthusiastic about training
• How to avoid becoming an annual New Year Resolutionary & staying motivate to train beyond the first month of the new year
• Why failure is always an option & when it's an option worth taking
• Herbal supplements that may help women with PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome)
• How does Mike & Sincere adjust their training goals to the busy holiday season, as well as what are their training goals for the start of 2014
• Mike shares how he addresses gift-giving, during the holidays
• Sincere's hybrid approach to mixing Jim Wendler's 5/3/1 program w/ Kettlebell Sport training
• The benefits of getting stronger vs. cutting weight for kettlebell sport
• HRT & other strategies for increasing testosterone when natural methods do not work
• What is the LLA Podcast magic formula
• How P.E. teachers & parents of children with autism utilize Sincere's bodyweight DVD
• Mike & Sincere discuss the passing of Nelson Mandela & Paul Walker & how they were more alike than different

All this and much more. Download, listen, and share this episode now on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/live-life-aggressively-podcast/id646524617 (please leave us your reviews :-) Stitcher (please leave us your review): http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=34706&refid=stpr or http://llapodcast.com. Also, be sure to "like" and connect with us on our Facebook fan page at http://facebook.com/llapodcast.

Links & Resources mentioned in the show: 1. Cetyl-M 2. http://energeticnutrition.com (myomin) 3. Vitex4. http://www.jimwendler.com/2013/09/increasing-volume-of-assistance-work/ 5. Clomid

Self-protection expert Tim Larkin (http://targetfocustraining.com) is the best-selling author of "Survive The Unthinkable: The Total Guide To Women's Self-Protection," and is the the creator of the Target Focus System, a self-protection system utilized by law enforcement, military, combat sports, the everyday husband, housewife, and layman. Tim has graced the cover of Black Belt magazine, been featured on CBS & ABC news, Forbes magazine, the BBC, and his system and instruction also caught the attention of popular self-help coach Tony Robbins. In fact, Tim is a regular presenter at many of Tony's events.

During episode #34 of the Live Life Aggressively podcast, Tim joins Mike & Sincere to discuss:

• What's the connection between self-protection, Tim, & Tony Robbins?
• Tim's explains the differences and challenges he experiences with training celebrities, law enforcement, pro fighters, members of the military community, & the everyday Jane and Joe
• What is the difference from Tim's self-protection system compared to the typical self-defense classes, reality self defense, or combat sports
• How sports medicine data plays a major role in Tim's self-protection training system
• Tim's connection to boxing and the Navy Seals
• How the end of the Cold War changed Tim's approach to teaching self protection
• The difference between self-defense and self-protection & which one you should consider
• When "using the tool of violence" catches a bad rap & is often misunderstood
• How Tim helps prepare the average person to be mentally prepared for extremely violent scenarios compared to those who work in violent jobs and environments
• The story of the peaceful dentist and the violent meth addict
• Principles vs. Technique...and which is more and important and why
• The common denominator between fitness trainers training a client to how Tim trains clients for self-protection
• Tim & Mike's one tip to help women be less of a target, especially in major cities
• How Tim helped humble a successful, violence-prone Texas oil exec
• Tim shares moments in which he had to apply his own training in order to save his own life, from seedy parts of L.A. to South America
• Effectiveness vs. Efficiency
• Concealed carry Groupon deals?
• Why women & men should buy Tim's latest book

All this and much more. Subscribe, download, listen, and share this episode now by hopping over to iTunes or Stitcher at iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/live-life-aggressively-podcast/id646524617 (please leave us your reviews :-) Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=34706&refid=stpr

This week's listener Q&A segment of episode 33 of the twice-weekly broadcast of the Live Life Aggressively podcast is available right now. During this episode, Mike & Sincere discuss:

• Does taking systemic enzyme, such as Restorezyme simultaneously with digestive enzymes, effectively reduce inflammation and why
• When is the best time to take Betaine HCL, for breaking down protein in the digestive system
• How effective is homeopathic HGH & IGF-1 vs. injections and why
• What supplement & activity could give you a 30-40% boost in IGF-1 production
• When it's not the best idea to "Go BIG" with your business, in order to compete with larger companies
• What you can learn from Dr.'s mistakes, in terms of customer service
• What fundamentalism becomes futile in business and in life
• Who are the ideal people that should buy your products & why
• Why PubMed and other various studies are a blessing and a curse
• The latest findings regarding coffee and reductions in post workout soreness
• Mike's favorite supplements for addressing adrenal fatigue
• Can women benefit from Mike's testosterone booster & what supplements Mike recommends for women

All this and much more. Download, listen, and share this episode now on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/live-life-aggressively-podcast/id646524617 (please leave us your reviews :-) Stitcher (please leave us your review): http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=34706&refid=stpr or http://llapodcast.com. Also, be sure to "like" and connect with us on our Facebook fan page at http://facebook.com/llapodcast.

Links & Resources mentioned in the show: 1. Dr. Peter Rouse's article on hydrochloric acid supplementation for digestive health: http://afpcenter.com/digestion-the-foundation-of-health/ 2. The War of Art by Steven Pressfield

3. Adrenal Energy by Life Extension : http://www.iherb.com/

Jon Hinds (http://www.monkeybargym.com/) is thefounder of Monkey Bar Gym, inventor of Lifeline USA equipment, bodyweight strength coach, & vegan athlete. For over 30 years, Jon has successfully trained a variety of clients, from NBA and major league baseball players, to the everyday hard-working joe and jane, to some of the top celebrities in Hollywood. During episode #32 of the Live Life Aggressively podcast, Jon joins Mike & Sincere to discuss:

• Jon shares how the early days of his career training celebrities, professional athletes, and helping clients make amazing transformations helped create his Monkey Bar Gym training system
• Jon's secrets to training celebrities and the most common mistakes many trainers make when focusing on training celebrities
• What's the connection between Jon's company, Lifeline USA, Jon's dad, & former mob boss, John Gotti?
• What are the benefits of training with resistance bands vs. weights
• What training equipment has consistently improved Jon's jump training for the past 15 years and how
• How Jon effectively utilizes bodyweight training with kettlebells and why
• How Jon first connected with Sincere and Mike in the fitness industry
• Jon shares the events that led him to shift his focus to a plant-based diet & how it affected his training and lifestyle
• Jon's biggest mistakes in his earlier approach to a plant-based diet & how he corrected it
• How Jon has helped to grow his Monkey Bar Gym's in 5 continents and growing
• Jon shares how he maintains his diet regimen in spite of a consistent global travel schedule
• What listeners can learn from Mike, Jon, and Sincere's individual diet choices
• What was said during the show that may tick off some nutritionists
• Why calories don't matter as much as most may think, as well as how the guys feel about the IIFYMs diet (If it fit's your macros)
• What you don't know about some of those fitness models featured in those inspirational quote memes often shared on social media

All this and much more. Subscribe, download, listen, and share this episode now by hopping over to iTunes or Stitcher at iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/live-life-aggressively-podcast/id646524617 (please leave us your reviews :-) Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=34706&refid=stpr

Actor Roger Cross (http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0003078/) is best known for his roles as CTU agent Curtis Manning from the iconic series "24," Travis Venta from the SyFy channel hit "Continuum," & Lucas Hilton on the #1 show on the CW, "Arrow."During episode #31 of the Live Life Aggressively podcast, Roger joins Mike & Sincere to discuss:

• How the show began withRoger vs Sincere & how they "really" felt about the UFC 167: GSP vs. Hendricks decision. aka: Canada vs. Texas 2
• Roger shares how he goes against the norm by consistently finding new acting roles each year, since his start in 1989 and how you can apply this to your own life
• Roger discusses who had the suckiest character ending, his character Agent Curtis Manning (24) or fellow "Arrow" co-star Manu Bennett's character, Crixus (Spartacus)
• How close to reality is the storyline of Roger's current hit show, "Continuum" (Syfy) to the issues of today's world
• Why Sincere won't ever upgrade his flat screen TV or buy an Xbox Kinect
• When having good credit makes you a target for harassment
• What areas Roger draws upon in order to prepare for a role
• Who is the worst actor ever to be seen in drag?....and it's NOT Roger.
• A legitimate actor's view of the reality show effect
• Race, Hollywood, sexism, & exceptions to the rule & why no one wins
• What roles will Roger absolutely not do & why
• Roger's journey to leave what he went to school to do, in exchange for his current career & how he almost died in the process
• How Roger juggles family and a busy acting career
• What Roger has learned from the actor's that have influenced him
• Roger shares his fitness regimen for his current roles
• Roger's advice to up and coming actors & how this advice can help no matter what career path you choose.
• What Roger thinks about the 2014 reboot of "24"

All this and much more. Download, listen, and share this episode now at http://llapodcast.com/, or hop over to iTunes or Stitcher at iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/live-life-aggressively-podcast/id646524617 (please leave us your reviews :-) Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=34706&refid=stpr

Mark Philippi (http://www.philippisportsinstitute.com/) is a world renown and highly respected strength coach, based in Las Vegas, Nevada. Mark & his wife Tracey, who is an equally renown nutrition expert, are the owners of the Philippi Sports Institute. Their clients range from high level professional athletes, such as Jason Giambi, pro MMA fighters, as well as high school athletes. Mark is also known for his time as the head strength and conditioning coach for UNLV, as well as a top competitor in the World's Strongest Man competitions. During episode #30 of the Live Life Aggressively podcast, Mark joins Mike & Sincere to discuss:

• Mark's assessment differences and similarities used to asses the variety of athlete he and his coaches train
• How he and his coach keep their athletes, pro and young, accountable to their nutrition programs
• What is the in depth process Mark's wife, Tracey utilizes during her 90 min nutrition assessment with clients, and why
• How Mark responds to over-bearing parents that attempt to tell him how to coach their kids
• Mark's philosophy toward coaching small groups vs. large groups
• Mark's shares how he makes his program available for those who may not be financial able to afford his services
• How Mark programs for small group training classes, while addressing individual goals
• Who and what are "fitness foster kids" and why they are bad for business in the long run
• Mark's approach to working with various personality types simultaneously
• Mark shares his approach to training professional mixed martial artists & pro fighters
• Mark shares the transition from coaching in an established coaching environment such as UNLV and starting his own training facility
• What is the process the Mark & Tracey utilize to run a successful training business, while seeking a balanced family/personal life
• Who are Mark's mentors and how much of their training philosophies play a part in Mark's training and coaching approach

All this and much more. Download, listen, and share this episode now at http://llapodcast.com/, or hop over to iTunes or Stitcher at iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/live-life-aggressively-podcast/id646524617 (please leave us your reviews :-) Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=34706&refid=stpr

It's the listener Q&A segment of episode 29 of the twice-weekly broadcast of the Live Life Aggressively podcast is available right now. During this episode, Mike & Sincere discuss:

• Mike & Sincere share their tips to increase grip strength
• Why taking pictures of ripped and bloody hands & posting on Facebook should not be seen as a badge of honor
• How one grip training technique can help take your jiu-jitsu &/or Muay Thai clinch game to the next level
• Mike & Sincere ponder on the origins of the lifting terms, Jerk, Clean, Swing, & Snatch
• What are the benefits of the Tense:Relax technique & when is the best time to include it n your programming
• The health benefits of juicing (& we're not the kind that involves a syringe)
• What are the biggest mistakes in juicing & how to avoid them
• Mike & Sincere's top juicing & shake combos
• The real testament to know if your diet is working
• Why avoiding one particular nutrient is a sexual disaster waiting to happen
• Why you should not care about the latest celebrity-endorsed diet
• What are the most effective nootropics (neuro/cognitive enhancers) & why
• Does consuming flax seed oil cause prostate cancer in men?
• What are our favorite pre-workout meals
• Our UFC 167 GSP vs. Hendricks predictions

All this and much more. Download, listen, and share this episode now on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/live-life-aggressively-podcast/id646524617 (please leave us your reviews :-) Stitcher (please leave us your review): http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=34706&refid=stpr or http://llapodcast.com. Also, be sure to "like" and connect with us on our Facebook fan page at http://facebook.com/llapodcast.

Links & Resources mentioned in the show: 1. Gripz Sphere - http://www.globegripz.com/ 2. Fat Gripz - http://www.fatgripz.com/ 3. Captains of Crush - via Amazon 4. Thick Bar Barbell from Kettlebell Inc. - http://kettlebellinc.com 5. Mason glove for grip training demo: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9eKM-oScdn8 6. Modafinil 7. http://antiaging-systems.netwww.antiaging-systems.net 8. Power Drive - http://www.t-nation.com/store/products/power-drive 9. Top Apps: Evernote, Buffer, Feedly, White Noise

10. Sincere's Protein Power Pudding Recipe on Kettlebell Inc.com

Episode 28 of the twice-weekly broadcast of the Live Life Aggressively podcast is available right now. During this episode, Mike & Sincere discuss:

• Which airline is most like to add an on-board gym
• The difference between 5 star hotels in Dubai & 5 star hotels on the outskirts of Kenya
• What kettlebell certification Mike whole-heartedly endorses & why
• The #1 rule every public speaker or workshop host can learn from DJs
• What entrepreneurs can learn from the most popular DJs about become a rock star in their own industry
• Why some of the greatest perks of being a DJ were the biggest reasons Sincere was happy to leave it and transition to being a fitness professional
• Sincere shares a Robert Downey Jr./Less Than Zero-isque DJ story & how the story of the guy tapped to be bigger than Michael Jordan in the NBA, played a part in how Sincere responded to that situation
• Why trying to start a business of your own & continuing to work for someone else is like dating two people at the same time
• How to choose your path to success according to your personality type
• Why the popular internet marketing theory "Go For No" is not always the best advice
• Who is the ideal customer for businesses such as The Container Store
• What the typical big lottery winner and the frugal, yet financially secure have in usually have in common
• How you can travel more and not take a big hit in your pocketbook

All this and much more. Download, listen, and share this episode now on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/live-life-aggressively-podcast/id646524617 (please leave us your reviews :-) Stitcher (please leave us your review): http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=34706&refid=stpr or http://llapodcast.com. Also, be sure to "like" and connect with us on our Facebook fan page at http://facebook.com/llapodcast.

Episode 27 marks the beginning of the twice-weekly broadcast of the Live Life Aggressively podcast right now, as this week Mike & Sincere discuss:

• Mike shares his recent trip to the UK & how flatulence tends to always greet him in the friendly skies
• Why making yourself scarce is sometimes great for business
• What's the one thing that keeps most people from valuing a great opportunity
• When doubt and not knowing can and doesn't work in your favor
• What you can learn from Eckhart Tolle about approach the present and future
• The beauty of having conversations with older people
• Why fried chicken in Paris is NOT a great idea
• Why you want to feel like 1 year was actually "a long time ago"
• When the phrase "life is too short" is not accurate
• The benefits of a "staycation"
• What situation would make Sincere promise to live under a bridge rather than choose that particular situation
• Mike & Sincere's UFC 166 recap
• Why UFC fighter Chael Sonnen might need Jack Bauer

Resources mentioned in the show:

1. "The Power of Now" by Eckhart Tolle

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