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What happens when you combine obsessive consistency, pain-free movement, and training intensity with surgical precision? Eric Janicki joins Ben Pakulski on the Muscle Intelligence Podcast, for a powerful deep dive into the evolution of his training philosophy, from early football grit and aesthetic modeling to intelligent bodybuilding and elite physique coaching. Eric shares the personal journey that shaped his mindset, why full range of motion changed his physique, and how intentional training helped him eliminate chronic joint pain. They explore nuanced programming, the psychology of progression, and the future of fitness tech and coaching. Whether you're an aging athlete, bodybuilder, or everyday lifter, this episode will change how you train forever.

Points To Watch Out For

• How deep-range training fixed chronic knee and back pain
• Why most lifters never fully activate their muscles
• The truth about joint health and full range of motion
• How Eric gained 85 lbs of muscle post-30
• Building a business around passion and purpose

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About Ben

Ben Pakulski is the Chief Performance Officer to elite executives, successful entrepreneurs, and top athletes. With over 25 years of experience, he coaches high achievers to build the physical, psychological, and metabolic resilience required to lead at the highest level.

As the creator of the Muscle Intelligence framework, Ben specializes in aligning biology and behavior to drive sustained peak performance. His mission is to redefine what’s possible for people in their prime and push the boundaries of human potential.

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Show Notes

How do you actually measure muscle growth?

In this episode of Muscle Intelligence, Ben Pakulski sits down with Dr. Eduardo De Souza, one of the top hypertrophy researchers in the world, to break down the real science behind building muscle.

They unpack why most studies don’t use the gold standard (MRI), how ultrasound stacks up, and whether training volume, exercise selection, or rep schemes truly matter. They explore the myths around sarcoplasmic hypertrophy, how aging affects muscle quality, and what actually determines growth after 40.

Whether you’re a coach, athlete, or lifelong lifter, this is essential knowledge for training smarter, not just harder. Get ready for a deep, clear, and evidence-backed conversation on hypertrophy like you’ve never heard before.

Points To Watch Out For

• MRI is still the gold standard for hypertrophy
• Ultrasound can be a valid, cheaper alternative
• Aging muscle shows more fibrous, non-contractile tissue
• High volume ≠ always better gains, individual response matters
• Effective Reps Model lacks peer-reviewed validation

About Ben

Ben Pakulski is the Chief Performance Officer to elite executives, successful entrepreneurs, and top athletes. With over 25 years of experience, he coaches high achievers to build the physical, psychological, and metabolic resilience required to lead at the highest level.

As the creator of the Muscle Intelligence framework, Ben specializes in aligning biology and behavior to drive sustained peak performance. His mission is to redefine what’s possible for people in their prime and push the boundaries of human potential.

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In this groundbreaking episode, Ben Pakulski sits down with Dr. Dominic D’Agostino to unpack a revolutionary approach to fighting cancer using metabolic therapy, ketosis, and fasting protocols. Dr. D’Agostino shares over 15 years of cutting-edge research on how ketones, calorie restriction, and metabolic biomarkers can suppress tumor growth, reduce treatment side effects, and potentially prevent cancer altogether. You’ll learn how to personalize your glucose-ketone index, why metabolic health is the key to longevity, and what fasting protocols may optimize immunity and resilience. Whether you’re focused on performance, prevention, or recovery, this episode is packed with actionable insights that challenge the status quo of modern medicine.

Points To Watch Out For

• How ketones suppress cancer cell growth
• The glucose-ketone index you should track
• Fasting as a cancer prevention strategy
• Why metabolic health is your first defense
• How ketone therapy boosts immune response

About Ben

Ben Pakulski is the Chief Performance Officer to elite executives, successful entrepreneurs, and top athletes. With over 25 years of experience, he coaches high achievers to build the physical, psychological, and metabolic resilience required to lead at the highest level.

As the creator of the Muscle Intelligence framework, Ben specializes in aligning biology and behavior to drive sustained peak performance. His mission is to redefine what’s possible for people in their prime and push the boundaries of human potential.

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In this powerful and wide-ranging conversation, Dr. Jordan Shallow returns to the Muscle Intelligence Podcast to unpack the physical, mental, and emotional journey of becoming his highest self. From hitting rock bottom in a toxic life path to spending a year on the road teaching seminars and redefining movement education, Jordan shares how pain, panic, and performance shaped his evolution.

He and Ben dive deep into the mental models behind freedom, authenticity, athleticism, and personal transformation, plus practical insights on training, learning, and leading others. This episode is a raw, real, and inspiring look at what it means to design your life intentionally from the ground up.

Points To Watch Out For

• Why pain and anxiety often trigger personal evolution
• How to train smarter by treating movement like learning
• The real reason most people never change
• What great athletes do differently neurologically
• How to update your mental “operating system” and find freedom

About Jordan Shallow

Dr. Jordan Shallow is a performance specialist who transforms how elite athletes, professional teams, and corporations approach human optimization. With extensive experience working alongside world-class athletes and sports organizations, Jordan has developed a comprehensive methodology that bridges the gap between injury prevention, training, and peak performance.

Jordan's integrated approach follows athletes through every stage of their journey—from rehabilitation and recovery to training optimization and game-day execution. This holistic perspective has made him a sought-after expert who understands that true performance enhancement requires addressing every element of an athlete's development. Whether working with Olympic competitors or Fortune 500 companies, Jordan delivers cutting-edge strategies that unlock human potential at the highest levels.

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About Ben

Ben Pakulski is the Chief Performance Officer to elite executives, successful entrepreneurs, and top athletes. With over 25 years of experience, he coaches high achievers to build the physical, psychological, and metabolic resilience required to lead at the highest level.

As the creator of the Muscle Intelligence framework, Ben specializes in aligning biology and behavior to drive sustained peak performance. His mission is to redefine what’s possible for people in their prime and push the boundaries of human potential.

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Show Notes/Description

In this jam-packed episode of the Muscle Intelligence Podcast, Ben Pakulski sits down with peptide and hormone optimization expert Jay Campbell for a masterclass on the future of human longevity and performance. From mitochondrial peptides like SS-31 to GLP-1 agonists and bioregulators, they cover the science, the protocols, and the risks behind these powerful tools.

Whether you’re a high performer, a longevity enthusiast, or simply want to optimize your body as you age, this is the deep dive you need. They also discuss sourcing, trust in manufacturing, microdosing, and the ethical implications of mainstream use. This is the future of health, and it’s happening now.

Points To Watch Out For

• The top peptides Jay uses for energy and fat loss
• How bioregulators support aging systems
• Why most people misuse GLP-1 drugs
• The mitochondrial stack Ben swears by
• Real talk on sourcing peptides you can trust

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About Ben

Ben Pakulski is the Chief Performance Officer to elite executives, successful entrepreneurs, and top athletes. With over 25 years of experience, he coaches high achievers to build the physical, psychological, and metabolic resilience required to lead at the highest level. As the creator of the Muscle Intelligence framework, Ben specializes in aligning biology and behavior to drive sustained peak performance. His mission is to redefine what’s possible for people in their prime and push the boundaries of human potential.

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Episode Description

In this powerful solocast, Ben Pakulski reveals his personal mission to become an elite athlete at 80, and the exact strategies he’s using to get there. This isn't about trends or following influencers. It's about aligning your training, nutrition, and daily actions with your unique genetic code. Ben shares how his journey from bodybuilding to fatherhood has evolved into a high-performance system for longevity. You’ll learn why cookie-cutter health advice fails, how to build your own performance dashboard, and what it really takes to stay strong for decades to come. Whether you’re a dad, athlete, or high-performer, this episode will change how you think about aging.

Points To Watch Out For

- Why genetic testing should guide your fitness plan
- The 4 capabilities every man must optimize
- Ben’s real-life system for aging like an athlete
- How to stop copying routines and start personalizing
- The mindset shift that extends physical performance

About Ben

Ben Pakulski is the Chief Performance Officer to elite executives, successful entrepreneurs, and top athletes. With over 25 years of experience, he coaches high achievers to build the physical, psychological, and metabolic resilience required to lead at the highest level.

As the creator of the Muscle Intelligence framework, Ben specializes in aligning biology and behavior to drive sustained peak performance. His mission is to redefine what’s possible for people in their prime and push the boundaries of human potential.

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About the Episode

In this Solocast episode, Ben Pakulski pulls back the curtain on the exact reflection process he uses to dominate each year and how you can apply it to unlock your best self in 2025. He shares the 8 domains he evaluates annually (from fitness to finances), how he identifies gaps in alignment, and the powerful habit of realigning your schedule with your true values. If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing a lot but not moving forward, this episode is your wake-up call. Expect real talk, practical systems, and a personal challenge from Ben to commit fully. If you’re ready to stop coasting and start leading, this is your moment.


Points To Watch Out For
• The 8 domains that define peak performance
• Why reflection is the most underused success tool
• The difference between health and fitness
• How to align your schedule with your values
• The mindset shift that creates real commitment

About Ben

Ben Pakulski is the Chief Performance Officer to elite executives, successful entrepreneurs, and top athletes.

With over 25 years of experience, he coaches high achievers to build the physical, psychological, and metabolic resilience required to lead at the highest level.

As the creator of the Muscle Intelligence framework, Ben specializes in aligning biology and behavior to drive sustained peak performance. His mission is to redefine what’s possible for people in their prime and push the boundaries of human potential.

In this solo episode, Ben Pakulski unpacks the science, psychology, and strategy behind the bodybuilding diet, and why it’s one of the most powerful tools for transforming your physique, performance, and mindset. This isn’t just about aesthetics. It’s about rewiring your brain, regaining impulse control, and mastering your relationship with food.

Ben breaks down how hyper-palatable foods hijack your biology, and how a 12-week reset can unlock energy, focus, and long-term sustainability. Whether you’re looking to lean out, build muscle, or just stop being controlled by cravings, this episode delivers real tools to operationalize nutrition like a high performer.

Points To Watch Out For
- Why hyper-palatable foods sabotage your results
- The mental rewiring effects of caloric deficits
- How to use food timing for impulse control
- Genetic testing and personalized nutrition insights
- The real reason most diets fail (and how to fix it)

About Ben
Ben Pakulski is the Chief Performance Officer to elite executives, successful entrepreneurs, and top athletes. With over 25 years of experience, he coaches high achievers to build the physical, psychological, and metabolic resilience required to lead at the highest level.

As the creator of the Muscle Intelligence framework, Ben specializes in aligning biology and behavior to drive sustained peak performance. His mission is to redefine what’s possible for people in their prime and push the boundaries of human potential.