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In this October 25, 2011 free audio episode: How to banish chronic pain forever, are marathons bad for your heart, supporting your lower back while swimming, splenda addiction, aspartic acid for boosting testosterone, vibram five fingers, PMS, fasted running and choosing bike wheels.

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Featured Topic: How To Banish Chronic Pain Forever

Dr. David Minkoff -  Dr. Minkoff is a complementary and alternative medicine expert, inventor of Master Amino Pattern, owner of Body Health, director of the Lifeworks Wellness Center in Florida, and finisher of 38 Ironman triathlons. In today's featured topic, Dr. Minkoff and I discuss prolozone therapy, enhanced external counter pulsation, and other new and alternative methods for chronic pain management and how to stop chronic pain.

You can also listen to Dr. Minkoff in...

Episode #26: The THREE Main Causes of Illness and Poor Performance

Episode #105: A Peek Into The Life of An Ironman, Natural Medicine Physician.

Episode #143: Can “Prolotherapy” Make Your Injuries Vanish?

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Listener Q&A:

A listener has a call-in question about whether marathons are bad for your heart.

In my response, I mention my article "Is Exercise Bad For You?"

John has a call-in question: I've gotten into tri's the last few years, and did my first 70.3 in September (5:37:30). I'm 45 years old, and had a spinal fusion in my L3-5 area about 20 years ago (from a bad accident that left me unable to walk). My question is this: I used to be a lifeguard, and swimming was really fun and easy back in the day...now I have a body drag that is killing my time in the triathlons. Because my spine is now straight, I am unable to "plane" myself in the water, and simply drag myself along. When I use the bouy between my legs, I swim much faster and easier--but when I remove it, everything goes to heck (lack of ability to use muscles to stabilize myself in the water). I've tried working harder on my kicks--but I still sink; I've tried working on lowering my head in the water, but end up not getting planed out....do you have any tips on how I can improve my swim? I've tried a few coaches, and most just don't know what to do. I hate leaving the water in 85th place and having to bust it so hard to get back in the top 50...I'm desperate man.

In my response to John, I mention the Aquasphere Phantom wetsuit.

Yanet asks: How do I detox from Splenda? I only drink one coffee in the morning but I need 8 Splendas or is not sweet enough. I have tried Stevia, Agave but they do not taste sweet to me no matter how much I put. Should I use regular sugar since it's only once a day? Have I developed a sugar tolerance? I still want to drink my espresso every morning, what do you recommend?

In my response to Yanet, I mention my article "12 Ways To Reduce Carbohydrate Cravings".

Kevin asks: What is your opinion of D-Aspartic Acid as a natural testosterone booster? I have read a few reviews and studies and have yet to see any negatives.

Darren asks: Ben, I recently got a pair of Vibram Fivefingers and am slowly building up mileage. I know a few people who train in Vibrams but when they race they use standard running shoes. From previous episodes I know that if you're racing on a specific surface then you should train on it as the change in surface can lead to injury. Would I be risking injury by racing in standard shoes and training in minimalist shoes?

Tony asks: I have a question about my wife and her potential adrenal fatigue, or PMDD, or something crazy going on on a hormone level. It seems like the week before her period, all hell breaks loose in our house, so she went to see her doctor and they diagnosed her with PMDD based on symptoms, and prescribed her an anti-depressant. My wife is wondering what differently can she do nutritionally so her adrenals functioning correctly. So I am speaking for myself and my kids, Ben can you help my wife gain her sanity back?

Jesse asks: How many fasted runs should you do in a week? I do most of my running before my wife and kids get up or I go to work. Which means I haven't eaten for at least 12 hours. I am running 4 days a week, three quality/ speed runs during the week and a long run on the weekend of about an hour or so. Should I eat before some of these? Or is it ok to do all of your exercise fasted?

Bill asks: I know you have carbon clinchers from Gray. If you were to do it over again, with all the new wheels out there, would you consider a tubular tire to save a few grams? Flats are my big worry during a race and are the tubulars less susceptible to flatting? Also, are the claims of super aero wheels from Zipp firecrest and Profile making a real world difference for the 20 mph riders?

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<a href="http://www.bengreenfieldfitness.com/2010/01/newsletter2/">Click to Subscribe to All Ben's Fitness & Get A Free Surprise Gift from Ben</a>. <a href="episode-168-full-transcript/" target="_blank">Click here for the full written transcript of this podcast episode</a>. This show is now on <a title="Stitcher" href="http://www.stitcher.com/fitness" target="_blank">Stitcher</a>! Listen to us on your iPhone, Android Phone, BlackBerry and WebOS phones, and get entered to win $100. Just use promo code FITNESS when you download and register your FREE Stitcher app at http://www.stitcher.com/fitness <a href="http://www.stitcher.com/fitness"></a>  In this <a title="Ben Greenfield Fitness Podcast" href="http://cdn.BenGreenfieldFitness.com/BenGreenfieldFitness168.mp3" target="_blank">October 25, 2011 free audio episode</a>: How to banish chronic pain forever, are marathons bad for your heart, supporting your lower back while swimming, splenda addiction, aspartic acid for boosting testosterone, vibram five fingers, PMS, fasted running and choosing bike wheels. Remember, if you have any trouble listening, downloading, or transferring to your mp3 player just e-mail <a href="mailto:ben@bengreenfieldfitness.com">ben@bengreenfieldfitness.com</a> And don't forget to leave the podcast a ranking in iTunes - it only takes 2 minutes of your time and helps grow our healthy community! Just <a href="http://itunes.apple.com/podcast/ben-greenfield-fitness/id283908977" target="_blank">click here to go to our iTunes page</a> and leave feedback. ----------------------------------------------------- Special Announcements: -May 27-June 3: All-Inclusive Kona 2012 Triathlon Camp! Ben Greenfield will be there for a week of swimming, biking and running on the famous Ironman Hawaii course, along with IM Talk host John Newsom and Ironman World Champion Scott Molina. This Epic Camp culminates with the Ironman 70.3 Hawaii race! Space is limited, so act soon - <a title="Epic Camp Kona" href="http://www.pacificfit.net/calendar.php" target="_blank">click here to get full info or to register now for the Kona camp.</a> -Wed, November 2, noon Pacific time: Live Q&A With Ben, during which you can ask any of your questions about Ben's consulting services. Just come right back here at 12:00PST on Wednesday: <a href="http://instantteleseminar.com/?eventid=23580678" target="_blank">http://InstantTeleseminar.com/?eventid=23580678</a> -Vote for the BenGreenfieldFitness podcast for the Podcast Awards at <a title="Podcast Awards" href="http://www.podcastawards.com" target="_blank">http://www.podcastawards.com</a> -The BenGreenfieldFitness gear and clothing store is now LIVE! <a title="Ben Greenfield Fitness triathlon gear" href="http://champ-sys.com/carts/ben-greenfield-fitness" target="_blank">Click here to get triathlon uniforms, tech pants and coat, hats and more</a> - all emblazoned with Ben Greenfield's "Fire & Water" tattoo! <a title="Donate" href="https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=WBR5KZGTSC8MU" target="_blank"></a> -<a title="Donate" href="https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=WBR5KZGTSC8MU" target="_blank">Click here to donate $1 to keep this podcast going!</a> -BenGreenfieldFitness Inner Circle is now just $1 for a 14 Day Sneak Peek! <a title="Ben Greenfield Fitness Inner Circle" href="http://www.bengreenfieldfitness.com/innercircle" target="_blank">Click here to join now.</a> - Get insider VIP tips and discounts from Ben - conveniently delivered directly to your phone! Just complete the information below... <a href="http://www.bengreenfieldfitness.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/iphone_home.gif"> </a> First Name Last Name Email Cell # (1+area code) --------------------------------------------------------------- Featured Topic: How To Banish Chronic Pain Forever Dr. David Minkoff -  <a href="http://www.drminkoff.com/" target="_blank">Dr. Minkoff</a> is a complementary and alternative medicine expert, inventor of <a title="MAP" href="http://www.pacificfit.net/items/map" target="_blank">Master Amino Pattern</a>, owner of <a href="http://www.pacificfit.net/items/map" target="_blank">Body Health</a>, director of the <a href="http://www.lifeworkswellnesscenter.com/" target="_blank">Lifeworks Wellness Center</a> in Florida, and finisher of 38 Ironman triathlons. In today's featured topic, Dr. Minkoff and I discuss prolozone therapy, enhanced external counter pulsation, and other new and alternative methods for chronic pain management and how to stop chronic pain. You can also listen to Dr. Minkoff in... <a title="Permanent Link to Podcast Episode #26: The THREE Main Causes of Illness and Poor Performance" href="http://www.bengreenfieldfitness.com/2008/12/podcast-episode-26-the-three-main-causes-of-illness-and-poor-performance/" rel="bookmark">Episode #26: The THREE Main Causes of Illness and Poor Performance</a> <a title="Permanent Link to Episode #105: A Peek Into The Life of An Ironman, Natural Medicine Physician." href="http://www.bengreenfieldfitness.com/2010/07/episode-105-a-peek-into-the-life-of-an-ironman-natural-medicine-physician/" rel="bookmark">Episode #105: A Peek Into The Life of An Ironman, Natural Medicine Physician.</a> <a title="Permanent Link to Episode #143: Can “Prolotherapy” Make Your Injuries Vanish?" href="http://www.bengreenfieldfitness.com/2011/04/episode-143-can-prolotherapy-make-your-injuries-vanish/" rel="bookmark">Episode #143: Can “Prolotherapy” Make Your Injuries Vanish?</a> --------------------------------------------------------------- Listener Q&A: A listener has a call-in question about whether marathons are bad for your heart. In my response, I mention my article <a title="Is Exercise Bad For You?" href="http://www.bengreenfieldfitness.com/2011/07/top-10-reasons-exercise-is-bad-for-you/" target="_blank">"Is Exercise Bad For You?"</a> John has a call-in question: I've gotten into tri's the last few years, and did my first 70.3 in September (5:37:30). I'm 45 years old, and had a spinal fusion in my L3-5 area about 20 years ago (from a bad accident that left me unable to walk). My question is this: I used to be a lifeguard, and swimming was really fun and easy back in the day...now I have a body drag that is killing my time in the triathlons. Because my spine is now straight, I am unable to "plane" myself in the water, and simply drag myself along. When I use the bouy between my legs, I swim much faster and easier--but when I remove it, everything goes to heck (lack of ability to use muscles to stabilize myself in the water). I've tried working harder on my kicks--but I still sink; I've tried working on lowering my head in the water, but end up not getting planed out....do you have any tips on how I can improve my swim? I've tried a few coaches, and most just don't know what to do. I hate leaving the water in 85th place and having to bust it so hard to get back in the top 50...I'm desperate man. In my response to John, I mention the <a title="Aquasphere Phantom" href="http://rcm.amazon.com/e/cm?lt1=_blank&bc1=000000&IS2=1&bg1=FFFFFF&fc1=000000&lc1=0000FF&t=bengree-20&o=1&p=8&l=as4&m=amazon&f=ifr&ref=ss_til&asins=B005PYTFOS" target="_blank">Aquasphere Phantom wetsuit.</a> Yanet asks: How do I detox from Splenda? I only drink one coffee in the morning but I need 8 Splendas or is not sweet enough. I have tried Stevia, Agave but they do not taste sweet to me no matter how much I put. Should I use regular sugar since it's only once a day? Have I developed a sugar tolerance? I still want to drink my espresso every morning, what do you recommend? In my response to Yanet, I mention my article <a title="12 Ways to Reduce Carbohydrate Cravings" href="http://www.bengreenfieldfitness.com/2011/09/12-dietary-supplements-that-can-massively-control-your-most-intense-carbohydrate-cravings/" target="_blank">"12 Ways To Reduce Carbohydrate Cravings".</a> Kevin asks: What is your opinion of D-Aspartic Acid as a natural testosterone booster? I have read a few reviews and studies and have yet to see any negatives. Darren asks: Ben, I recently got a pair of Vibram Fivefingers and am slowly building up mileage. I know a few people who train in Vibrams but when they race they use standard running shoes. From previous episodes I know that if you're racing on a specific surface then you should train on it as the change in surface can lead to injury. Would I be risking injury by racing in standard shoes and training in minimalist shoes? Tony asks: I have a question about my wife and her potential adrenal fatigue, or PMDD, or something crazy going on on a hormone level. It seems like the week before her period, all hell breaks loose in our house, so she went to see her doctor and they diagnosed her with PMDD based on symptoms, and prescribed her an anti-depressant. My wife is wondering what differently can she do nutritionally so her adrenals functioning correctly. So I am speaking for myself and my kids, Ben can you help my wife gain her sanity back? Jesse asks: How many fasted runs should you do in a week? I do most of my running before my wife and kids get up or I go to work. Which means I haven't eaten for at least 12 hours. I am running 4 days a week, three quality/ speed runs during the week and a long run on the weekend of about an hour or so. Should I eat before some of these? Or is it ok to do all of your exercise fasted? Bill asks: I know you have <a title="Gray Wheels" href="http://www.synergysport.com/" target="_blank">carbon clinchers from Gray</a>. If you were to do it over again, with all the new wheels out there, would you consider a tubular tire to save a few grams? Flats are my big worry during a race and are the tubulars less susceptible to flatting? Also, are the claims of super aero wheels from Zipp firecrest and Profile making a real world difference for the 20 mph riders? Prior to asking your question, PLEASE be considerate and do a search in upper right hand corner of this website for the keywords associated with your question. 90% of the questions we receive have already been asked and answered here at BenGreenfieldFitness.com! ====================================== [contact-form-7 id="6222" title="Ask Ben"]====================================== -------------------------------------------- Remember, if you have any trouble listening, downloading, or transferring to your mp3 player just e-mail <a href="mailto:ben@bengreenfieldfitness.com">ben@bengreenfieldfitness.com</a> And don't forget to leave the podcast a ranking in iTunes - it only takes 2 minutes of your time and helps grow our healthy community! Just <a href="http://itunes.apple.com/podcast/ben-greenfield-fitness/id283908977" target="_blank">click here to go to our iTunes page</a> and leave feedback. 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