397: How to work out for better sex and higher testosterone! (naturally) (ft. Mike Bledsoe)

“The gym can be a very scary place.”

Ever been intimidated by the idea of working out -- and in particular, lifting weights? Then you're in very good company. Fortunately, as fitness expert Mike Bledsoe puts it, "95% of people in the gym are also insecure."

Here we delve right into both the insecurity (and how to overcome it), as well as why Bledsoe, who has trained professional athletes, Navy SEALs, and other fitness experts, prefers to work with beginners.

We talk about how to naturally boost your T levels (easier than you think!), the specific way our physical bodies store our "stuff" (and how to move it), and how to get started if you're not sure what to do first.

We also touch on questions like:

• Is keto really worth it? (What should you actually pay attention to in nutrition trends?)
• How do you safely start lifting weights (without injuring yourself), especially if you're over 50?
• How do you best integrate from deep emotional release work (including psychedelics) in a physical way?
• What kind of stretches are best?

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Mentioned on this episode:

• The ELDOA method (stretching and myofascial release)
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Memorable quotes from this episode:

• "I started asking, 'Why did I get injured?'
• “If I’m really fit, then I’ll finally feel loved.”
• “[My clients] would hide their pain from me.”
• “If you want to increase your testosterone, squat heavy once a week and get in a cold plunge.”
• “If you have tightness in your body, you have emotional stuff going on.”
• “About half of my time spent on my body is stretching … and I don’t get hurt anymore.”
• “No matter where you’re at, you require mentorship and guidance.”
• “Pay attention to every single win.”