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One of the best nutritional strategies (yet one people are seldom to talk about, perhaps because it isn't particularly "trendy") is the use of protein-rich meal replacements. Studies have shown that the use of strategic meal replacements not only produces "robust initial weight loss", but also "improvements in a number of health-related parameters during weight maintenance, including inflammation and oxidative stress." https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2851659/ There also seems to be benefit from making them higher protein, as well. "Higher protein MR within a higher protein diet resulted in similar overall weight loss as the standard protein MR plan over 12 weeks. However, there was significantly more fat loss in the HP group but no significant difference in lean body mass." https://nutritionj.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/1475-2891-7-23 So not only are meal replacements effective for both short and long term weight loss success, but seem to come with plenty of health benefits, as well. So, what's not to like? The truth is so many people get caught up in the nutritional fads and trends, they often ignore some of the very best strategies out there--strategies that have stood the test of time, and often stood out of the limelight--strategies that ACTUALLY work. The use of meal replacements ins't and shouldn't be complicated. Start by swapping out a meal or two a day for a protein rich shake, mixing in some of your favorite fruits and vegetables and/or healthy fats. They're convenient. They're satiating. And they're tasty, too! More in today's episode on how to get started and why you should consider this approach. Notes and resources: My free, 5 Day Kettlebell Fat Furnace : www.chroniclesofstrength.com/5dkbff uses a simple meal replacement strategy along with high intensity kettlebell workouts - a great starting point for anyone interested in this approach.

Today Pat talks about an important technically--an attitude of mind, really--to bring into your practice of physical and mental training. This technique can be used to increase the amount of weight you lift, better adhere to a diet plan, learn a musical instrument, etc. The applications are endless.

Sunday School is a bonus series of the Pat Flynn show, discussing matters of faith, spirituality, and religion. In this inaugural episode, Pat gives what he believes to be the best definition of faith, and why it's so important to get this right.

Aleks Salkin (aka The Hebrew Hammer) joins Pat to discuss strategies and tactics for mastering a freestanding handstand.

The ketogenic diet has surged in popularity recently, and many people have come to swear by it. Now, whether or not a person SHOULD follow a ketogenic diet is a topic for another day (see the related article in the show notes section), but if you ARE following a ketogenic diet, or at least considering it, then this is the episode for you. Pat gives 5 (or was it 6?) tips for getting into ketosis without going insane. These strategies are effective for those starting out, or even for those who are solidly veterans at this already, because these tips not only help to ease the symptoms of the dreaded "carb flu", but may also help lend a boost to performance as well. Hope you enjoy. Strong ON! - Pat Related Resouces: The Truth About the Truth About Keto - http://www.chroniclesofstrength.com/truth-truth-keto/

Today Tom asks Pat what it's like to write a book, why a person should consider doing so, and how to go about it. As an experienced and successful author, Pat's written three best-selling For Dummies titles, and is just finishing his most recent title How to Be Better at Almost Everything. So if you're interested in writing and publishing, whether for reasons business or personal, this episode is for you! Resources and Show Notes: Pre-Order Pat's new book: https://amzn.to/2rudfxE Pat's Favorite Book on Writing: https://amzn.to/2K66iJO

It's Mailbag Monday, and today we're answering questions on keto, deadlifts, stoicism, starting a blog, and more. Specifically: - Is keto all hype or actually worth following? - What's a good way to incorporate barbell deadlifts into training with kettlebells? - What are Pat's thoughts on Stoicism? - And, what's Pat's advice for starting a blog. Related posts/show notes: Stoicism vs Christianity - http://www.chroniclesofstrength.com/stoicism-christianity-compatible/ Meditations - https://amzn.to/2rqpcmV

What are macros and do you need to count them? This is just one of the many fitness and nutrition related questions I answer in today's QnA episode. Enjoy!

Exciting news! My new book--you know, the one I've been talking about for, well, ever--has FINALLY (read: just) went up for pre-order on Amazon. I seriously can't wait for you to read this. Here's the link to check it out: https://amzn.to/2jlJhqT

Pat shares a cool strategy for gaining attention online without needed a marketing department or advertising budget.