January 10, 2023
For some reason, I suspect because we human beings are programmed to thrive on ritual and predictability, a few of my most popular podcasts and articles involve me discussing my daily "routines", such as: ...January 10, 2023
For some reason, I suspect because we human beings are programmed to thrive on ritual and predictability, a few of my most popular podcasts and articles involve me discussing my daily "routines", such as: ...December 27, 2022
Here we are: it’s the last week of 2022. I know. Can you believe it? This year has flown by, at least for me. It's been an unbelievable twelve months in many, many ways—and another one...September 20, 2022
I read on average three to five books a week, spend most mornings immersed in health and fitness research and journals, have had for the past 20 years long-form podcast conversations (I'm so blessed...June 7, 2022
Without a doubt, the COVID-19 pandemic has been catastrophic for public health. And I’m not just talking about the illnesses and deaths. More than a year ago, I published the article—”9 Ways To Maintain Your Sanity...March 8, 2022
The morning after the big ball drops in Times Square, with the refrain of Auld Lang Syne still echoing in your head, you may already be reconsidering your New Year's resolutions that were made...December 14, 2021
This may come as a surprise to all of you who know me as a longevity-seeking, health-optimizing, nutrition nut... ...but I’ve had my fair share of experience with energy shots—and we're talking the hardcore, barely...December 7, 2021
The last two holiday seasons have been pretty strange. Thanks to lockdowns, your annual holiday office party probably didn't happen, your last year's Christmas dinner may have just been celebrated with your close, immediate family,...November 30, 2021
How did that whole Thanksgiving thing go for you, eating-wise, I mean? If you found you needed to unbutton your pants or loosen your belt buckle after your family feast, you're certainly not alone. The average...November 16, 2021
Alright, choco-holics. If you read last week's article, you know everything there is to know about the history and health benefits of chocolate. Chocolate has long been revered as a superfood, from its origins as a...October 5, 2021
During my old school bodybuilding days, when I was a poor college student trying to decipher and decode how to affordably pile slabs of muscle on my lean, hard-gainer body, my diet was basically...September 14, 2021
I’ve been immersed in the health, exercise, and fitness industry for over 20 years now, starting out with a fledgling tennis coaching business when I was in high school, to getting a master's degree...September 9, 2021
Andreas Wecker, my guest on today's podcast, is a former German gymnast who had a long and successful career. A European, World, and Olympic champion, Andreas's greatest achievement was the gold medal on the high...September 7, 2021
I've been thinking about vision a lot. Specifically, my vision for what's ahead for me, personally and for the brand that is currently "Ben Greenfield Fitness." Related to that, and as I discuss in this article,...August 24, 2021
I have a confession to make… I’m a bit of a gum chewer—probably a well-above-average chomping enthusiast compared to the general population. If you see me on a video, working out, sometimes even recording a podcast,...June 15, 2021
When you talk, I listen. I read every comment on every article that I publish and every podcast I put out. Your feedback is so important to me; it helps to determine what direction I go...June 8, 2021
As you no doubt know by now, I'm a sucker for ice cream, or any other cold, frozen beverage remotely resembling ice cream, which is probably why even my morning superfood smoothie is essentially...May 25, 2021
In a recent podcast with Max Lugavere and Crosby Tailor, I describe that, contrary to popular belief, you don't have to eat less “volume” to lose weight or feel full. In fact, you can...