Joining us on this episode is retired IFBB Pro and founder of Muscle Intelligence and MI40, Ben Pakulski. We dive into what it means to train with intelligence, the role of mindset when it comes to muscle growth, and Ben's evolving thoughts around nutrition. Listen to the end to hear how he is incorporating biohacks and peptides into his protocol! Time Stamps Ben Pakulski, a different person who was always a rebel [1:08] The story behind Ben’s calves [6:50] Why you must train smart before you train hard [8:01] The MI40 Mindset and Method [12:40] Why the only thing synonymous with growth is tension [18:53] How to build weak body parts [21:40] How has his nutrition evolved and what does he preach to his athletes? [24:42] How he used cardio as his form of meditation [29:11] The tangible benefits of meditation [31:25] The definition of his bodybuilding diet for high-level performance [34:07] Playing with the idea of a restricted eating window [37:50] Peptides 101 [43:30] What peptides does he like and why? [46:22] The big rocks to focus on to move the needle for yourself [49:35] How to scramble or block EMFs [56:23] Featured Guest: Ben Pakulski Website YouTube Facebook Instagram Related Links/Products Mentioned MI40 Nation Unbeatable Mind: Forge Resiliency and Mental Toughness to Succeed at an Elite Level – Book by Mark Divine 132- The Oxygen Advantage, How Breathing Practices Can Change Your Mental and Physical State with Patrick McKeown zivaMEDITATION Kris Gethin - YouTube Fasting Mimicking Diet | ProLon FMD 101 – A New Deep Dive on Peptides with Expert, Ryan Smith The Peptides Podcast: Everything You Need To Know About Anti-Aging, Muscle Gain, Fat Loss & Recovery Peptides. Khavinson peptides ‎Think Dirty Episode Sponsors Now more than ever it is massively important to make sure your immune system is in tip top shape. BiOptimizer's P3OM does just that with it's "Navy Seal" team of probiotics. If you want to stay healthy it starts with your gut and there isn't a better gut support than P3OM. Use the code KRIS20 at P3OM.com to get 20% off the best probiotic on the market. Speaking of optimizing your immune system... Laird's Superfood is here to do that and so much more with their Performance Mushroom Blend. Laird's uses some of the best varieties of mushrooms to support your immune system and cognitive health. Use the code GETHIN20 to get 20% off at LairdsSuperfood.com. Feeling stress or anxiety in your everyday life or because of the state of the world? One of the best ways to relieve the symptoms of anxiety and calm down is with CBD. Now not all CBD is created equal that's why Kris turns to Ned CBD. Ned uses full spectrum CBD from REAL hemp. No isolates, no synthetic ingredients, just CBD and organic MCT oil. Go to HelloNed.com/Gethin or simply use the code GETHIN to get 15% off and free shipping on your first order. Connect with Kris Instagram: @krisgethin