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Mark Bell's Power Project

Power Project Studios
Nutrition
Strength Training
Powerlifting
Mental Health
Bodybuilding
Pain Management
Injury Prevention
Weight Loss
Fitness
Ketogenic Diet
Fasting
Testosterone Replacement Therapy
Health Optimization
Mobility
Athletic Performance
Kettlebell Training
Health and Fitness
Sprinting
Health
Mobility Training

Hosted by Mark Bell, inventor of the Sling Shot; American record holding professional powerlifter. Joined by Professional Bodybuilder & Grappler Nsima Inyang and producer Andrew Zaragoza, the crew covers topics ranging from Health and Fitness, Nutrition, Masculinity, Dating, Powerlifting, life coaching and motivation. Join Mark on his journey to "Make the World a Better Place to Lift".

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In this episode, we discuss how to recover smarter, manage pain and stay athletic for the long haul. We break down sleep, training volume, cold plunges, sauna, stretching and myofascial release, while explaining why pain is not always coming from the... more

Jimmy House returns to the Power Project four years after first sharing his ambition to pursue something bigger. Now performing as CJ Valor on WWE Evolve, Jimmy explains how he went from jiu-jitsu black belt and strength coach to earning a WWE develo... more

Bill Parisi breaks down why strength training alone won’t make you athletic—and how too much predictable, sagittal-plane training may contribute to stiffness and injury. We get into fascia, connective tissue, breathing, tissue preparation, pulsing st... more

Brian Kula took Nsima and me through a full speed session, then broke down the principles he has used with elite athletes, including Christian McCaffrey. We talk about why speed should be the priority, how to return to sprinting without getting hurt,... more

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Recent Guests

Jimmy House
Professional wrestler, coach, and character CJ Valor on WWE/Evolve
WWE, Evolve
Episode: From 700-Pound Squats to WWE: How Jimmy House Reinvented Himself
Bill Parisi
Founder of Parisi Speed School
Parisi Speed School
Episode: Why Strength Alone Won’t Make You Athletic Ft. Bill Parisi
Brian Kula
Founder of Kula Sports Performance
Kula Sports Performance / ETS
Episode: The Blueprint for Speed and Athleticism | Brian Kula
Nsima Inyang
Professional bodybuilder & grappler
Independent athlete/coach
Episode: The Blueprint for Speed and Athleticism | Brian Kula
Zane Griggs
Guest, fitness and metabolism expert
Zane Griggs Fitness
Episode: Rethinking Carbohydrates What Low Carb Diets May Be Missing Ft. Zane Griggs
Keith Baar
Professor of physiology focusing on tendons and connective tissue
UC Davis (assumed from discussion)
Episode: Why Isometrics Are the Missing Link in Your Training | Ft. Keith Baar
Dr. Anthony Samsel
Scientist/researcher focused on glyphosate papers and its biological effects
Independent researcher, Glyphosate researcher
Episode: Is Glyphosate Destroying Human Biology? | Ft. Dr. Anthony Samsel & Carl Lanore
Andrew Koutnik
Guest with personal experience of type 1 diabetes and researcher/analyst of diabetes and metabolism
Independent researcher/diabetes advocate
Episode: Andrew Koutnik: The Truth About Diabetes, Insulin & Carbs
Mike Tornabene
Fitness creator turned clothing designer and filmmaker behind Shell Corp
Shell Corp
Episode: Mike Tornabene: Why BroScience Ended, Gym Culture, YouTube Fame & Building Shell Corp

Hosts

Mark Bell
Host and founder of the Sling Shot brand, prominent powerlifter and show host.
Nsima Inyang
Professional bodybuilder and grappler; co-host/guest contributor.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 5k ratings
  • Cant hear the black dude

    He needs to speak up. His voice is so deep I can hardly understand him

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    beaviss420
    United States5 months ago
  • Pseudoscience

    Unbelievable amount of unsupported science on this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Avidtrainer
    United States5 months ago
  • Gratitude

    APPRECIATION!!!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Merlin2/14
    United States8 months ago
  • F yaasss

    I’m a mom of 2 yr old quadruplets & you guys had squat university Dr. something I have toddlers & don’t have time to look it up but I’m so stoked about the episode! I’m so stoked he’s having a kid bc you wha that means?!? He’s going to devote an understanding to a postpartum body getting back into lifting & how little time you have to try to accomplish this! I bet he makes toddler shoes w wide toe boxes!!! Please!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mandy_d.
    United States8 months ago
  • This is your companion on your journey to getting jacked and tan. Healthy too.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    escapist3750
    a year ago

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Listeners appreciate practical training tips and real-world coaching perspectives.
Thoughtful, informative conversations that cover a wide range of fitness topics and guests.
Some episodes occasionally invite skepticism about scientific claims or sponsorships, which some listeners view as transparency, others see as bias.

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#151
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Apple Podcasts
#226
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From 700-Pound Squats to WWE: How Jimmy House Reinvented Himself
Q: What changed most about your promos and how you deliver them over time?
The biggest change was shifting from yelling to a more conversational, story-driven delivery, using tone, cadence, and facial expression to convey emotion and connect with the audience without overacting.
From 700-Pound Squats to WWE: How Jimmy House Reinvented Himself
Q: How tough is it to break in and get a WWE chance, given past injuries and the grind of the road?
It's a long, demanding process with setbacks like injuries and slow responses, but consistent improvement, networking, and performing well in promos and in-ring work can create opportunities that eventually lead to a developmental deal and national TV.
Why Strength Alone Won’t Make You Athletic Ft. Bill Parisi
Q: How should athletes breathe during forceful actions to optimize performance?
Breathing patterns should support intra-abdominal pressure—deep, controlled exhalations between efforts help reset the diaphragm and maintain stability.
Why Strength Alone Won’t Make You Athletic Ft. Bill Parisi
Q: Did Mahomes' mobility come from training or was it innate?
The guest suggests a combination of innate ability and highly specific training that emphasizes fascia, neurology, and tissue prep rather than just traditional heavy lifting.
Why Isometrics Are the Missing Link in Your Training | Ft. Keith Baar
Q: What is the primary difference between long-duration and short-duration isometrics in training focus?
Long-duration isometrics are emphasized for tendon health and overall connective tissue adaptation (health emphasis), while short-duration isometrics are used more for performance (power and strength adaptations) due to higher force spikes.

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What is Mark Bell's Power Project about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A fearless, practical fitness podcast that brings together elite lifters, coaches, and wellness thinkers to explore powerlifting, bodybuilding, training philosophy, and performance optimization. Episodes blend hard training talk with real-world coaching insights, nutrition strategies, and mindset tools, often featuring stories from high-level athletes and practitioners about training blocks, weight cuts, recovery, and PEDs discussions. A recurring strength is balancing science with lived experience, humor, and candid conversation, making it useful for athletes, coaches, and fitness enthusiasts seeking actionable takeaways, diverse perspectives, and motivation. Noteworthy are long-form conversations with noteworthy athletes and clinicians, p... more

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Recent guests on Mark Bell's Power Project include:

1. Jimmy House
2. Bill Parisi
3. Brian Kula
4. Nsima Inyang
5. Zane Griggs
6. Keith Baar
7. Dr. Anthony Samsel
8. Andrew Koutnik

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