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This week on The Weekly Patch, we break down some of the biggest studies in fitness, nutrition, and longevity and dismantle a lot of the bullshit circulating online.
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We cover:
Why 10,000 steps isn’t enough - and why intensity per minute matters more
The new “exercise in a bottle” drug (SLUPP-332) and what the mouse research actually says
The truth about protein timing and why 60–70% of your protein before 1 p.m. beats evening intake
A look at Ben’s new coaching program LEVEL ZERO, launching January 12
How ultra-processed foods hijack ghrelin and turn off your fullness signals
The creatine scandal: 34% of products under-dosed and what to look for
The Omega-3 rollercoaster continues: new data showing major cardiovascular & cognitive benefits
Why “I don’t have time” is a lie..again - high-intensity compressed training beats moderate 5-day splits
The difference between progressive overload vs. going through the motions
Why changing your program every 2–3 weeks destroys your progress
If you care about longevity, muscle, metabolism, performance, and building a system that actually lasts, this episode is loaded.
Listen. Take notes. Upgrade your human operating system.
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Chapters
1. Warmup, Holidays, And Gym Vibes (00:00:00)
2. The 10,000 Steps Myth Reframed (00:01:27)
3. Heart Rate, Strain, And Longevity (00:03:40)
4. The “Exercise In A Pill” Mouse Study (00:04:58)
5. Morning Protein Advantage Explained (00:07:35)
6. Ultra-Processed Food, Ghrelin, And Cravings (00:10:02)
7. Creatine Quality And Third-Party Testing (00:13:20)
8. Omega-3s Return: Brain And Heart Benefits (00:15:02)
9. Weekend Warrior Wins With Intensity (00:16:53)
10. Program Variety, Plateaus, And Real Effort (00:18:10)
11. Coaching System, Habits, And Accountability (00:22:05)
12. Age, Strength, And Lifelong Training (00:26:04)
13. Closing And Community Links (00:30:02)
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