The Science of Stress: The Good, The Bad, & The Ugly

In today's episode, we talk about the role of a Pre-Workout as well as what ingredients and dosages it should have to ensure increased performance! We also talk about how to create a Pre-Workout without caffeine and still get all the benefits! And lastly, well not really lastly.... We talk about it pretty much the whole episode lol! It's the launch of our brand new Non Stim Pre Workout! Click the link below and use the code "Pump" to save 20% https://flex-brands.co/ Please leave a 5-Star Review on Itunes if you have yet not! It means the world to us when you do! Our New Free Macro Calculator App for IOS! Show Notes/All Resources from Episode: https://www.flexibledietinglifestyle.com/podcast-show-notes/: Zach’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theflexibledietinglifestyle/  The Flexible Dieting Lifestyle website - https://www.flexibledietinglifestyle.com  Miguel’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mblacutt/ Miguel’s website - https://miguelblacutt.com 

In today's episode, we talk about the pandemic that is taking over the world, COVID-19. And more importantly, we discuss out best strategies for what to do with your training and nutrition during this time. Please leave a 5-Star Review on Itunes if you have yet not! It means the world to us when you do! Our New Free Macro Calculator App for IOS! Show Notes/All Resources from Episode: https://www.flexibledietinglifestyle.com/podcast-show-notes/: Zach’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theflexibledietinglifestyle/  The Flexible Dieting Lifestyle website - https://www.flexibledietinglifestyle.com  Miguel’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mblacutt/ Miguel’s website - https://miguelblacutt.com 

In today's episode, we continue a topic that was brought up in a previous podcast. This topic was about how Zach can't remember the last time her had a food craving after being controlled by them for many many years. So today we dive deep into the science behind food craving and share our step by steps on how to eliminate the food cravings! Please leave a 5-Star Review on Itunes if you have yet not! Means the world to us! Our New Free Macro Calculator App for IOS! Show Notes/All Resources from Episode: https://www.flexibledietinglifestyle.com/podcast-show-notes/: Zach’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theflexibledietinglifestyle/  The Flexible Dieting Lifestyle website - https://www.flexibledietinglifestyle.com  Miguel’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mblacutt/ Miguel’s website - https://miguelblacutt.com 

In today's episode, we dive deep into why we think 99.9% of the population should not do a contest prep. We dive into the research, our personal experiences and our colleagues in the industries experience as well. This is a very powerful episode for those who compete and those who do not. Enjoy!   Please leave a 5-Star Review on Itunes if you have yet not! Means the world to us! Our New Free Macro Calculator App for IOS! Show Notes/All Resources from Episode: https://www.flexibledietinglifestyle.com/podcast-show-notes/: Zach’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theflexibledietinglifestyle/  The Flexible Dieting Lifestyle website - https://www.flexibledietinglifestyle.com  Miguel’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mblacutt/ Miguel’s website - https://miguelblacutt.com 

In today's episode, we dive deep into how Zach literally ate out 3 times a day for 3 weeks in Australia and got leaner! Didn't track a single macro and enjoyed the hell out of the trip! Please leave a 5-Star Review on Itunes if you have yet not! Means the world to us! Our New Free Macro Calculator App for IOS! Show Notes/All Resources from Episode: https://www.flexibledietinglifestyle.com/podcast-show-notes/: Zach’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theflexibledietinglifestyle/  The Flexible Dieting Lifestyle website - https://www.flexibledietinglifestyle.com  Miguel’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mblacutt/ Miguel’s website - https://miguelblacutt.com 

Today's episode is with the amazing Dr. Stults who is a world-renowned stress researcher! In today's episode we dive deep into the science behind stress and everything you can do to lower stress. Referenced Studies: Landmark study on effects of psychological stress on muscular recovery over 96 hours. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24343323 Effects of stress on physical activity and exercise - cited > 400 times (free article pdf). https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3894304/ Google Scholar page - Matthew Stults-Kolehmainen, PhD - Yale - New Haven Hospital https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=e0V2cmAAAAAJ&hl=en Our New Free Macro Calculator App for IOS! Show Notes/All Resources from Episode: https://www.flexibledietinglifestyle.com/podcast-show-notes/: Zach’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theflexibledietinglifestyle/  The Flexible Dieting Lifestyle website - https://www.flexibledietinglifestyle.com  Miguel’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mblacutt/ Miguel’s website - https://miguelblacutt.com 

Today's episode is with the amazing Miranda L. Card who is someone who has battled a rare Auto Immune Disease (Deshettes Disease) her whole life. And now it has led her down the path of helping people understand these diseases and how to battle them safely and effectively. We dive deep into Gut Health and understanding the microbiome. As well as symptoms of bad gut health. Makes sure to go give Dr. Fundaro a follow on Instagram please! Follow Miranda! Our New Free Macro Calculator App for IOS! Show Notes/All Resources from Episode: https://www.flexibledietinglifestyle.com/podcast-show-notes/: Zach’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theflexibledietinglifestyle/  The Flexible Dieting Lifestyle website - https://www.flexibledietinglifestyle.com  Miguel’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mblacutt/ Miguel’s website - https://miguelblacutt.com 

Today's episode is part 1 or the 2 part series with Maria Blacutt aka Miguels Mom! She's amazing and is currently in her 50's with abs! And has had those abs since her 20's through having 2 kids!! Make sure to go give Maria a follow on Instagram please! Follow Maria! Our New Free Macro Calculator App for IOS! Show Notes/All Resources from Episode: https://www.flexibledietinglifestyle.com/podcast-show-notes/: Zach’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theflexibledietinglifestyle/  The Flexible Dieting Lifestyle website - https://www.flexibledietinglifestyle.com  Miguel’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mblacutt/ Miguel’s website - https://miguelblacutt.com 

Today's episode is part 2 or the 2 part series with one of the leading researchers of the microbiome! To say this 2 part series is insanely valuable would be a huge understatement! Makes sure to go give Dr. Fundaro a follow on Instagram please! Follow Dr. Fundaro! Our New Free Macro Calculator App for IOS! Show Notes/All Resources from Episode: https://www.flexibledietinglifestyle.com/podcast-show-notes/: Zach’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theflexibledietinglifestyle/  The Flexible Dieting Lifestyle website - https://www.flexibledietinglifestyle.com  Miguel’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mblacutt/ Miguel’s website - https://miguelblacutt.com 

Today's episode is part 1 or the 2 part series with one of the leading researchers of the microbiome! To say this 2 part series is insanely valuable would be a huge understatement! Makes sure to go give Dr. Fundaro a follow on Instagram please! Follow Dr. Fundaro! Our New Free Macro Calculator App for IOS! Show Notes/All Resources from Episode: https://www.flexibledietinglifestyle.com/podcast-show-notes/: Zach’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theflexibledietinglifestyle/  The Flexible Dieting Lifestyle website - https://www.flexibledietinglifestyle.com  Miguel’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mblacutt/ Miguel’s website - https://miguelblacutt.com