The Matter Mentality Podcast

In this episode of the Matter Mentality Podcast, Ben interviews our newest ally Ali all the way from the States; where she is affectionately known as the 'Queen of men's health'. The name fits perfectly! Ben and Ali dive into a multitude of topics on men's health mentally and biochemically, research, and the missing piece of the umbrella in men affected by muscle dysmorphia. 

There are many things to consider during a prep, before beginning a prep, and what comes after the inevitable stage time. Reversing out, and why its important to not just get fat for fats sake, maintaining a cap, PED protocols, and ensuring muscle growth is occurring without having to cut back quickly because you have spilled over.
 
What happens during that last 10-6 weeks? Find out from Three Matter Coaches with multiple preps and medals between them.

Natural Body Building Australia Founder, Stuart O'Brien joined Ben for a very insightful and information-packed episode on the world of natural body building in Australia. What the federation consists of, where their values stand strongly, and the exceptional environment they go above and beyond to create for their competitors.
Inside it, Stu dives into what drove them to begin the federation, his background as a competitor, the state of where things are heading with some feds, and ultimately, what it means to put the competitor first before profits. So, if you are competing, looking to compete, or still on the fence... give this episode a listen. You can find more information about NBA on their page @nbaausralia via Instagram.
Registrations are still open to compete as well as spectator tickets! You will find some of Matter Athletica's very own competitors competing for QLD State Tiles in a few weeks from now and we cannot wait!

In this episode of the Matter Mentality Podcast, Ben breaks down the wrap-up of the America Trip, how the presentation went, how Matter Athletica, and the concept of what we do differently, resonated with a new audience! 
A 5-year goal that was achieved in 2 years, and we are so thankful for the opportunity, and what the power of saying yes to opportunities as they arise can mean for you not just as a business but as an individual, 

This week the coaches discuss our takes on programming design, consistent effort in a program, achieving progress and keeping the core of programming as online coaches as simple as possible Episodes like this are intended to give you as much info as possible so keep listening and leave us a comment or thought around any of these topics

In this special guest episode, we are joined by undergrad in astrophysics, social and political speaker twitter conversationalist and fellow nerd Erik's Electrons. In this ep we discuss university life in the social socio political sphere of American campus, the importance of critical thinking and much more! Find Erik on Instagram and Twitter under Erik's Electrons to follow his journey through studies and more.

In a new segment we are joined by Matters newest coaches to talk all things coaching, bodybuilding, training and working with the Matter system. Look forward to fortnightly episodes with the team to expand on as many performance related topics we can.

This week Ben was joined by a man with many titles. Powerlifter, Remedial Therapist, owner of Axiom Performance, Co-owner of Zero W Brisbane, father and husband... Matty Stenzel! this episode was important to us, to explore what happens to a very successful man, driven by his personal and partnership goals when fatherhood and family life are thrust into the mix. Matty discusses how life has changed so much for the better with their beautiful baby and the running of two very successful businesses! If you want to know how to keep the spark alive in your relationship while building business and training... Don't miss out!

In this episode, Ben is joined by a friend, fellow prep coach and former podcast Co-host on Bros with Brains Chris Black. This episode goes into the origins of Chris's coaching career but takes a steep turn into his own prep history. Diving into his last prep and the things he has learnt about himself since that day. Discovering philosophy and stoicism along the way! Get ready for a big episode full of rich insight. Don't forget, if you are ready to take centre stage, book in your free consult and lets get to work!

Joined by the final member of the STC coaching team, Ben has the pleasure of talking all things prep, bodybuilding, training and business with STC coach Jason Galea . If you're one for the bro chats and lifting discussions, this one is definitely for you!!