ESP Ep. 14 Sam Benzing

Sam Benzing is a Competive Powerlifter, Trainer & Coach whose realistic and relatable approach to fitness and performance are the benchmarks for success in achieving goals no matter the scale. Join us as we discuss what you should be doing for your health everyday, what being a Competitive Powerlifter & Coach looks like, exploring buzzwords of the industry, how muscle mass and longevity as you age are directly linked, understanding the psychology of people being the key to improvement and consistency, and so much more. Enjoy!

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00:00 Most Recent Competition
06:19 Breaking NY State Records
14:45 Competition Structures & Prep
20:00 Starting Bodybuilding
25:12 Looking the Part & Coaching
28:25 Buzzwords in Fitness Industry
33:05 Is Deadlifting the Most Beneficial Movement
34:15 Proper Deadlifting Technique
40:02 Building Better Habits w/Fitness
45:50 Diet Soda vs. Regular Soda Debate
48:47 Discipline, Healthy Habits & Sleep
54:40 Training Clients with Varying Discipline
57:00 Being a Relatable Trainer
1:01:10 Real World Motivation in Fitness
1:09:00 Nutrition & Shopping
1:16:30 Balancing Job Performance & Maximizing Client Potential
1:19:00 Stretching vs. Warming Up
1:22:15 Constant Assessments & Growth
1:24:37 Longevity & Muscle Mass Correlation
1:28:15 Counting Steps & Fitness Watches
1:33:00 Hinging & Squatting
1:37:36 Do Machines Have an Unfair Reputation
1:42:30 Key Takeaway
1:43:25 Closing Remarks