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Mark Bell's Power Project

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

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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Latest Episodes

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

Zane Griggs joins me to challenge some of the most rigid beliefs surrounding carbohydrates, keto, carnivore, and metabolic health. We break down his experience with high blood sugar, low thyroid, poor sleep, and under-fueling—and discuss why better h... more

Dr. Keith Baar joined us to break down why sprinting is largely isometric at top speed, why stretching doesn’t reduce injury risk, and how heavy lifting combined with low-load, long-duration isometrics can build stronger, more resilient tendons. We a... more

On this episode of Mark Bell’s Power Project, Andrew Koutnik joins us to break down why exercise doesn’t automatically make you immune to diabetes, insulin resistance, or blood sugar problems.We get into how fit athletes can still develop prediabetes... more

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Recent Guests

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
Hunter McIntyre
Obstacle course racer, endurance athlete
Independent athlete; McIntyre Media
Episode: Hunter McIntyre Is Coming For Another World Title
Graham Tuttle
Author and advocate for sprint-focused training
Born to Sprint (book)
Episode: Why Every Human Should Sprint Again Ft. Graham Tuttle
Mitchell Hooper
Professional strength athlete featured on Enhanced Games prep
Enhanced Games competitor
Episode: Mitchell Hooper On Enhanced Games, PEDs, Heart Health & The 1,100lb Deadlift
Mike Stratton
Founder/CEO of Marek Health
Marek Health
Episode: TRT, Peptides, GLP-1s & Ibogaine | The Future of Health Optimization Ft. Mike Stratton
Joe Sullivan
Powerlifter and coach, Brianny Terry's partner
Athlete/Coach
Episode: Joe Sullivan & Brianny Terry On World Records, Coaching & Chasing 700lbs

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 States4 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 States7 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 States7 months ago
  • This is your companion on your journey to getting jacked and tan. Healthy too.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    escapist3750
    a year ago

Listeners Say

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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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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#142
Finland/Health & Fitness
Apple Podcasts
#201
China/Health & Fitness
Apple Podcasts
#207
Hong Kong/Health & Fitness

Talking Points

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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.
Why Exercise Doesn’t Make You Immune to Diabetes
Q: What role do exogenous ketones play for athletes beyond diet?
Exogenous ketones can rapidly elevate brain energy metabolites, improve cognitive function and reaction time under stress, and may enhance motor performance when used strategically, though their effects are context-dependent and not a universal solution.
Why Exercise Doesn’t Make You Immune to Diabetes
Q: How long does adaptation to a ketogenic or low-carb diet need to occur before performance stabilizes?
Most objective performance metrics tend to normalize around four weeks or longer, though individual responses vary; some athletes may require longer adaptation to see cognitive and muscular performance parity with high-carb approaches.
Why Exercise Doesn’t Make You Immune to Diabetes
Q: If performance isn't driven by muscle glycogen, what should athletes focus on in their training and nutrition?
Athletes should consider the maintenance of brain energy metabolism as a central performance driver, monitor total brain energy metabolites, and recognize that both high-carb and ketogenic approaches can be effective when properly adapted; individual responses vary, so personalization and longer adaptation periods are key.
Hunter McIntyre Is Coming For Another World Title
Q: Will you compete again?
Yes, I'm competing at Worlds in five to six weeks, aiming to go all-in solo and push for the best possible result against a tough field.

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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. Keith Baar
2. Dr. Anthony Samsel
3. Andrew Koutnik
4. Mike Tornabene
5. Hunter McIntyre
6. Graham Tuttle
7. Mitchell Hooper
8. Mike Stratton

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