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Discover how to become a humble, hungry, happy person, that kicks ass into your 90s.

In this episode, world-class strength & conditioning coach Ben Bergeron shares his holistic approach to long-term fitness, strength, and mental resilience. Learn how creating supportive environments, building strong connections, and focusing on key pillars—eat, sleep, train, think, connect—can help you crush your goals and stay fit for life. Whether you're training for life's challenges or simply want to feel great and pain-free, Ben’s insights will inspire you to kick ass into your 90s. Don’t miss this motivational deep dive into optimizing health and happiness!

• Why elite performance is about sustainability, not intensity
• How discipline creates freedom in training and leadership
• The difference between being busy and being effective
• Why emotional regulation is a performance skill
• How to avoid burnout while still pushing limits
• What world-class athletes understand about consistency
• Why values-based systems outperform motivation

(00:00) - Intro

(02:49) - Key System Mistakes for Everyday Athletes

(09:35) - Creating a Movement Rich Environment

(10:44) - Feeling Seen and Sense of Belonging

(17:45) - Building Community in Fitness

(18:50) - Evolution of Training Philosophy

(20:50) - Embracing "Yes, And" in Fitness

(22:56) - Shifts in Ben’s Fitness Perspective

(25:28) - Best Practices in Training Implementation

(28:58) - Changes in the Fitness Landscape Over 20 Years

(32:17) - Fitness as a Standalone Discipline

(35:03) - Hydration with LMNT

(37:35) - Momentous: Creatine Chews

(46:01) - Importance of Fun in Training

(47:00) - Squatting and Deadlifting After 40

(50:03) - Current Obsessions in Fitness

(52:36) - Character vs Personality in Training

(58:21) - Training Character Development

(01:01:00) - Changing Your Mindset for Fitness

(01:05:30) - Transformative Impact of Training Methods

(01:09:40) - Infinite Shelf

(01:11:39) - Finding Ben Online

(01:13:06) - Join the Starrett System

This episode of The Ready State Podcast is brought to you by LMNT and Momentous.

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Did you know your oral health is directly tied to your longevity?

In this eye-opening conversation, Dr. Kenny Brown, Stanford-educated oral and maxillofacial surgeon, unpacks the shocking link between dental hygiene and overall health and wellness. Discover how bacteria in your mouth can impact your heart, brain, gut, and even reproductive system, and why gum disease could be silently affecting your body’s performance. Learn the dos and don’ts of brushing, flossing, and tongue cleaning, bust common oral health myths, and explore groundbreaking innovations like the Feno Smartbrush that could revolutionize your routine. Whether it’s preventing chronic inflammation or improving systemic health, this episode is packed with actionable tips that could transform your wellness journey. Don’t miss out—your health starts here!

• Why oral bacteria travel to the heart, brain, joints, and gut
• The difference between brushing “daily” and brushing correctly
• Why only 3 out of 10 people brush properly — and just 1 in 10 floss
• What bleeding gums actually mean (hint: inflammation, not “brushing too hard”)
• The connection between gum disease and chronic illness, diabetes, heart conditions, and preterm labor
• Why panoramic X-rays and cone-beam CT scans matter
• How root canals can hide silent infections
• Whether oral care is improving or declining — and why
• How Zyn, vaping, and nicotine damage gum tissue and affect wellness
• Why nasal breathing and airway health matter for kids and adults
• The future of oral hygiene: AI, microbiome testing, and automated brushing

(00:00) - Intro

(00:39) - How Often to Brush Teeth

(04:10) - Mouth as Gateway to the Body

(09:12) - Proper Tooth Brushing Techniques

(11:39) - Importance of Flossing

(13:03) - Benefits of Mouthwash

(14:15) - Manual vs. Electric Toothbrush

(15:34) - Teeth Whitening

(17:03) - Understanding Root Canals

(22:17) - Oral Health and Overall Wellness

(29:40) - Hope for Non-Flossers

(31:52) - Gum and Dental Health

(33:55) - Effects of Mouth Breathing

(38:39) - Nicotine and Oral Health Risks

(44:32) - Innovations in Oral Care

(47:19) - Current Trends in Oral Health

(55:22) - A book for our Infinite Shelf

(57:11) - Finding Dr. Kenny Brown

(58:28) - The Starrett System’s Durability Challenge

This episode of The Ready State Podcast is brought to you by LMNT and Momentous.

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What if strength isn’t just physical, but emotional and cultural too?

Award-winning journalist Bonnie Tsui, author of Why We Swim and On Muscle, explores how our muscles tell the story of who we are — our adaptability, creativity, and joy in motion.

On this episode of The Ready State Podcast, Juliet and Kelly Starrett sit down with Bonnie to unpack how muscle links the brain and body and reshapes how we think about strength, beauty, and being alive.

• Why muscle is more than physical strength — it’s an endocrine organ that communicates with the brain.
• How Bonnie’s unconventional childhood shaped her lifelong fascination with the body.
• The cultural myths that still shape how we view women’s bodies and power.
• Why play and access to movement are essential across every stage of life.
• How muscle’s adaptability makes it a symbol of hope and renewal.
• The one simple practice Bonnie recommends for everyone: “Lift something heavy for you”

(00:00) - Intro

(01:25) - Importance of Muscle

(03:52) - Parental Influence on Fitness

(07:56) - Debunking Muscle Myths

(12:35) - Understanding Muscle Physiology

(15:52) - Surprising Facts About Muscle

(18:50) - Women and Muscle Development

(23:15) - Trends in Women's Fitness

(27:38) - Access and Inclusion in Fitness

(30:11) - Resilience of Muscle Tissue

(31:13) - Muscle Regeneration Process

(32:44) - Interview with Matthew Sanford

(37:10) - Curiosity in Muscle Science

(43:28) - Daily Muscle Care Tips

(45:47) - Closing Remarks

(47:14) - Bonnie adds a book to our Infinite Shelf

(48:00) - Connecting with Bonnie

This episode of The Ready State Podcast is brought to you by LMNT and Momentous.