Hacking Your Health
196 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 days ago - ★★★★★ - 31 ratingsHacking Your Health Podcast with Ben Canning and Dave Kennedy - Two guys setting out to hack body, mind, business and beyond. We are here to provide a single source, bullshit free guide to understanding your body and how you can live better, for longer.
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Episodes
Episode 030 - How to maximise your training.
March 15, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 45.9 MBIn this episode Ben & Dave discuss how to optimise your training. It is important that, if you are going to take the time out of your day to train that you get the most from each session. From before during and after your workout, to everything that you can do across the week to ensure you are getting the most from your lifting, cardio and everything in between. Want to work with Ben directly? - Book your discovery call here Where to find us We Hack Health: Twitter We Hack Health: Inst...
Episode 030 - How to maximise your training.
March 15, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 45.9 MBIn this episode Ben & Dave discuss how to optimise your training. It is important that, if you are going to take the time out of your day to train that you get the most from each session. From before during and after your workout, to everything that you can do across the week to ensure you are getting the most from your lifting, cardio and everything in between. Want to work with Ben directly? - Book your discovery call here Where to find us We Hack Health: Twitter We Hack Health: Inst...
Episode 029 - Looking beyond calories in vs calories out
March 08, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 42.9 MBIn this episode Ben & Dave go beyond calories in vs calories out. Realising that there are people in the world that it may not just be as simple as that and want to give them actionable tips to help them overcome and avoid frustration in their journey. Want to work with Ben directly? - Book your discovery call here Where to find us We Hack Health: Twitter We Hack Health: Instagram We Hack Health: Discord New merch now live - v2. - Use - WEHACKHEALTH10 for 10% off Check out more episo...
Episode 028 - the magic numbers - studies on steps and rep ranges.
March 01, 2022 05:00 - 59 minutes - 41.1 MBIn this episode Ben & Dave breakdown some recent studies. Steps, the magic number to increase longevity of your life. Plus rep ranges and some appreciation for Jack Reacher's body! Want to work with Ben directly? - Book your discovery call here Where to find us We Hack Health: Twitter We Hack Health: Instagram We Hack Health: Discord New merch now live - v2. - Use - WEHACKHEALTH10 for 10% off Check out more episodes here. We Hack Health group coaching - Become a part of it. Suppor...
Episode 028 - the magic numbers - studies on steps and rep ranges.
March 01, 2022 05:00 - 59 minutes - 41.1 MBIn this episode Ben & Dave breakdown some recent studies. Steps, the magic number to increase longevity of your life. Plus rep ranges and some appreciation for Jack Reacher's body! Want to work with Ben directly? - Book your discovery call here Where to find us We Hack Health: Twitter We Hack Health: Instagram We Hack Health: Discord New merch now live - v2. - Use - WEHACKHEALTH10 for 10% off Check out more episodes here. We Hack Health group coaching - Become a part of it. Suppor...
Episode 027 - Climbing, caving and dicing with death - an interview with Lisa Forte
February 22, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 46.9 MBIn this episode Ben & Dave chat with Lisa Forte on things that can help improve how you look and how you feel that are outside of the gym. Lisa in an experienced climber and caver and shares stories and experiences of her hobby that requires her to be both mentally and physically strong - and also how that benefits her in other areas of life. Want to work with Ben directly? - Book your discovery call here Where to find us We Hack Health: Twitter We Hack Health: Instagram We Hack Healt...
Episode 026 - Unlock your full potential with training, nutrition and discipline
February 15, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 44.7 MBIn this episode Ben & Dave discuss how investing time in themselves has allowed them to unlock new levels of their life outside the gym. Dave talks openly about things he struggled with as a child and how he has managed to get to where he is today. Want to work with Ben directly? - Book your discovery call here Where to find us We Hack Health: Twitter We Hack Health: Instagram We Hack Health: Discord You asked and we provided - Merch now live. - Use - WEHACKHEALTH10 for 10% off Check...
Episode 025 - Deload week - What is it, how to set it up and when to use them
February 08, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 45.9 MBIn this episode Ben & Dave discuss deload weeks. Why they are important, why they are not for everyone. How to recognise if you need one and different ways to set them up. Want to work with Ben directly? - Book your discovery call here Where to find us We Hack Health: Twitter We Hack Health: Instagram We Hack Health: Discord You asked and we provided - Merch now live. - Use - WEHACKHEALTH10 for 10% off Check out more episodes here. We Hack Health group coaching - Become a part of it....
Episode 024 - Struggles - some of ours and how we managed to overcome them
February 01, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 41.3 MBIn this episode Ben & Dave have been asked to speak on depression, a topic that both decided they didn't feel comfortable or qualified to cover. So they have covered some of their struggles, what they have been through and how they managed them and continue to. Want to work with Ben directly? - Book your discovery call here Where to find us We Hack Health: Twitter We Hack Health: Instagram We Hack Health: Discord You asked and we provided - Merch now live. - Use - WEHACKHEALTH10 for 1...
Episode 023 - Personal trainers - the good the bad and the ugly
January 25, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 47.2 MBIn this episode Dave questions Ben on his thoughts behind what it takes to be a great coach. His experiences working as a face to face personal trainer vs being an online coach and how each benefits certain people. A deep dive into Ben's coaching style plus how and why it works Want to work with Ben directly? - Book your discovery call here Where to find us We Hack Health: Twitter We Hack Health: Instagram We Hack Health: Discord You asked and we provided - Merch now live. - Use - WE...
Episode 022 - Diets and fitness - our review on the top 100 google searches
January 18, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 44.1 MBIn this episode Ben & Dave have some fun with the top google searches around diet and fitness. Giving their take on the questions asked and subjects searched. Where to find us We Hack Health: Twitter We Hack Health: Instagram We Hack Health: Discord Want to work with Ben directly? - Book your discovery call here You asked and we provided - Merch now live. - Use - WEHACKHEALTH10 for 10% off Check out more episodes here. We Hack Health group coaching - Become a part of it. Support th...
Episode 021 Habit hacks - The small things are ultimately the big things.
January 11, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 43.2 MBIn this episode Ben & Dave discuss habits. The process of eliminating old habits and building new ones - the step by step things they have done in the past and how you can build on existing habits. Where to find us We Hack Health: Twitter We Hack Health: Instagram We Hack Health: Discord Want to work with Ben directly? - Book your discovery call here You asked and we provided - Merch now live. - Use - WEHACKHEALTH10 for 10% off Check out more episodes here. We Hack Health group coa...
Episode 021 Habit hacks - The small things are ultimately the big things.
January 11, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 43.2 MBIn this episode Ben & Dave discuss habits. The process of eliminating old habits and building new ones - the step by step things they have done in the past and how you can build on existing habits. Where to find us We Hack Health: Twitter We Hack Health: Instagram We Hack Health: Discord Want to work with Ben directly? - Book your discovery call here You asked and we provided - Merch now live. - Use - WEHACKHEALTH10 for 10% off Check out more episodes here. We Hack Health group coa...
Episode 020 - Mindset revisited.
January 04, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 51.6 MBIn this episode Ben & Dave revisit the first pillar - Mindset - but coming at it from a different angle. If you want to be successful in anything in life, the firs thing you need to address is the mind. Understanding the why behind who you are and why you do the things you do. Where to find us We Hack Health: Twitter We Hack Health: Instagram We Hack Health: Discord Want to work with Ben directly? - Book your discovery call here You asked and we provided - Merch now live. - Use - WEHA...
Episode 019 - Goal setting and an outline objective cheatsheet for 2022
December 28, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 45 MBIn this episode This week Ben & Dave give their actionable tips on how to goal set for 2022. Where to find us We Hack Health: Twitter We Hack Health: Instagram We Hack Health: Discord Want to work with Ben directly? - Book your discovery call here You asked and we provided - Merch now live. - Use - WEHACKHEALTH10 for 10% off Check out more episodes here. We Hack Health group coaching - Become a part of it. Recommended reading: Your 2022 Objective Outline - [Download] Support th...
Episode 019 - Goal setting and an outline objective cheatsheet for 2022
December 28, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 45 MBIn this episode This week Ben & Dave give their actionable tips on how to goal set for 2022. Where to find us We Hack Health: Twitter We Hack Health: Instagram We Hack Health: Discord Want to work with Ben directly? - Book your discovery call here You asked and we provided - Merch now live. - Use - WEHACKHEALTH10 for 10% off Check out more episodes here. We Hack Health group coaching - Become a part of it. Recommended reading: Your 2022 Objective Outline - [Download] Support th...
Episode 018 - Setting yourself up for success in 2022 - a recap and some goals.
December 21, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 47.9 MBIn this episode This week Ben & Dave recap on the fundamentals of success when it comes to health and fitness. How to set yourself up for success in 2022 and disclose some of their own goals for next year. Where to find us We Hack Health: Twitter We Hack Health: Instagram We Hack Health: Discord Want to work with Ben directly? - Book your discovery call here You asked and we provided - Merch now live. - Use - WEHACKHEALTH10 for 10% off Check out more episodes here. We Hack Health gr...
Episode 017 - Recovery & training around injury
December 14, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 44.6 MBIn this episode This week Ben & Dave catch up and discuss the importance of recovery and what not to do when you are injured (we also discuss what you should do and how you should manage it) Where to find us We Hack Health: Twitter We Hack Health: Instagram We Hack Health: Discord Want to work with Ben directly? - Book your discovery call here You asked and we provided - Merch now live. - Use - WEHACKHEALTH10 for 10% off Check out more episodes here. We Hack Health group coaching -...
Episode 017 - Recovery & training around injury
December 14, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 44.6 MBIn this episode This week Ben & Dave catch up and discuss the importance of recovery and what not to do when you are injured (we also discuss what you should do and how you should manage it) Where to find us We Hack Health: Twitter We Hack Health: Instagram We Hack Health: Discord Want to work with Ben directly? - Book your discovery call here You asked and we provided - Merch now live. - Use - WEHACKHEALTH10 for 10% off Check out more episodes here. We Hack Health group coaching -...
Episode 016 - Training specific to your goals...
December 07, 2021 05:00 - 58 minutes - 40.2 MBIn this episode This week Ben & Dave discuss how to set up your training to be in line with your goal. Frustrations of feeling like you are ticking boxes but not moving forward and Dave revels hid biggest fear... Where to find us We Hack Health: Twitter We Hack Health: Instagram We Hack Health: Discord You asked and we provided - Merch now live. - Use - WEHACKHEALTH10 for 10% off Check out more episodes here. Want to work with Ben? - Book a call here We Hack Health group coaching -...
Episode 015 - Hacking your sleep
November 30, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 44.9 MBIn this episode: This week Ben & Dave discuss sleep. What it is, the different stages, why they are all important and actionable tips to improve yours without having to supplement or even spend any $$. Where to find us We Hack Health: Twitter We Hack Health: Instagram We Hack Health: Discord You asked and we provided - Merch now live. - Use - WEHACKHEALTH10 for 10% off Check out more episodes here. Book a call directly with Ben. We Hack Health group coaching - Become a part of it. Sup...
Episode 014 - An Irishman, a Scotsman and an American walk into a bar....
November 23, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 48.8 MBIn this episode: This week Ben & Dave are joined my Matt Peacock of We Are Optimise. We don't really need to say much more than that. It was a lot of fun, we talked business, what it takes to get to the next level, productivity hacks and more. Where to find us We Hack Health: Twitter We Hack Health: Instagram We Hack Health: Discord Matt on Instagram - @matt_optimse You asked and we provided - Merch now live. - Use - WEHACKHEALTH10 for 10% off Check out more episodes here. Book a c...
Episode 013 - Building your own training plan
November 16, 2021 05:00 - 59 minutes - 40.8 MBIn this episode This week Ben & Dave discuss their thoughts on different types of training programmes, the evolution of Dave's training journey and why he has decided he wants o build out his own plan. Where to find us We Hack Health: Twitter We Hack Health: Instagram We Hack Health: Discord You asked and we provided - Merch now live. - Use - WEHACKHEALTH10 for 10% off Check out more episodes here. Book a call directly with Ben. We Hack Health group coaching - Become a part of it. R...
Episode 013 - Building your own training plan
November 16, 2021 05:00 - 59 minutes - 40.8 MBIn this episode This week Ben & Dave discuss their thoughts on different types of training programmes, the evolution of Dave's training journey and why he has decided he wants o build out his own plan. Where to find us We Hack Health: Twitter We Hack Health: Instagram We Hack Health: Discord You asked and we provided - Merch now live. - Use - WEHACKHEALTH10 for 10% off Check out more episodes here. Book a call directly with Ben. We Hack Health group coaching - Become a part of it. R...
Bonus 002 - Chris and his journey so far
November 15, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 44.9 MBIn this episode This week Ben & Dave have their first guest. Chris saw the progress that Dave was making and thought this was exactly what he needed. Chris run's multiple companies and time was a major issue to start. How did he over come that? What benefits has he found outside of the gym and how has this improved the quality of his life overall? Where to find us We Hack Health: Twitter We Hack Health: Instagram We Hack Health: Discord Book a call directly with Ben. You asked and we ...
Bonus 002 - Chris and his journey so far
November 15, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 44.9 MBIn this episode This week Ben & Dave have their first guest. Chris saw the progress that Dave was making and thought this was exactly what he needed. Chris run's multiple companies and time was a major issue to start. How did he over come that? What benefits has he found outside of the gym and how has this improved the quality of his life overall? Where to find us We Hack Health: Twitter We Hack Health: Instagram We Hack Health: Discord Book a call directly with Ben. You asked and we ...
Episode 012 - Q&A from socials
November 09, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 44.3 MBIn this episode This week Ben & Dave catch up on questions from social media. Progressive overland with limited equipment. Getting your partner on board with your journey. Tracking food while eating out. Plus a secret from Dave. Where to find us We Hack Health: Twitter We Hack Health: Instagram We Hack Health: Discord For exclusive content and merchandise, become a patreon. Check out more episodes here. Book a call directly with Ben. Click here if you want to know more about We ...
Episode 011 - Calorie black magic and TRT.
November 02, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 50.2 MBIn this episode Catch up with Ben & Dave as they discuss how the magic of calorie manipulation and how going against the norm can actually see some serious long term benefits to fat loss and muscle building. How Ben manages his clients calories and his thought process behind progression. Also their view on TRT, their personal experiences and why they feel like talking about testosterone should become less of a taboo subject. Where to find us We Hack Health: Twitter We Hack Health: Inst...
Episode 011 - Calorie black magic and TRT.
November 02, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 50.2 MBIn this episode Catch up with Ben & Dave as they discuss how the magic of calorie manipulation and how going against the norm can actually see some serious long term benefits to fat loss and muscle building. How Ben manages his clients calories and his thought process behind progression. Also their view on TRT, their personal experiences and why they feel like talking about testosterone should become less of a taboo subject. Where to find us We Hack Health: Twitter We Hack Health: Inst...
Episode 010 - Hacking business and time.
October 26, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 42.2 MBIn this episode Catch up with Ben & Dave as they discuss how the manage their time. From business to bicep curls and everything in between. Time management hacks, being busy with work, family and and still managing to be consistent with training and nutrition Where to find us We Hack Health: Twitter We Hack Health: Instagram We Hack Health: Discord For exclusive content and merchandise, become a patreon. Check out more episodes here. Book a call directly with Ben. Click here if you w...
Episode 010 - Hacking business and time.
October 26, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 42.2 MBIn this episode Catch up with Ben & Dave as they discuss how the manage their time. From business to bicep curls and everything in between. Time management hacks, being busy with work, family and and still managing to be consistent with training and nutrition Where to find us We Hack Health: Twitter We Hack Health: Instagram We Hack Health: Discord For exclusive content and merchandise, become a patreon. Check out more episodes here. Book a call directly with Ben. Click here if you w...
Episode 009 - Wearable tech, what to look for and our experience
October 19, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 41.9 MBIn this episode Catch up with Ben & Dave and their experience with wearable tech. The pros and cons of each along with what you should be looking for, what data you should be tracking and what to do with the information. Where to find us We Hack Health: Twitter We Hack Health: Instagram We Hack Health: Discord For exclusive content and merchandise, become a patreon. Check out more episodes here. Book a call directly with Ben. Click here if you want to know more about We Hack Healt...
Episode 009 - Wearable tech, what to look for and our experience
October 19, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 41.9 MBIn this episode Catch up with Ben & Dave and their experience with wearable tech. The pros and cons of each along with what you should be looking for, what data you should be tracking and what to do with the information. Where to find us We Hack Health: Twitter We Hack Health: Instagram We Hack Health: Discord For exclusive content and merchandise, become a patreon. Check out more episodes here. Book a call directly with Ben. Click here if you want to know more about We Hack Healt...
Episode 008 - Supplements, but after everything else.
October 12, 2021 04:00 - 57 minutes - 39.4 MBIn this episode The supplement industry is a multi billion dollar industry and every bit as confusing as the rest of the information about anything health and fitness related. In this episode Ben & Dave break down their own daily protocols, the reason that they use the supplements they do and how to manage your own baseline supplementation. Where to find us We Hack Health: Twitter We Hack Health: Instagram We Hack Health: Discord This week, check out the commands !ben and !dave on t...
Episode 007 - Your body is a machine and we are here to hack it.
October 05, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 46.3 MBIn this episode Catch up with Ben & Dave, this week we introduce the final pillar and how it almost becomes a byproduct of the previous three. We touch on how to set up and manage your own training plan and give a brief insight into the S word.....👀 Where to find us We Hack Health: Twitter We Hack Health: Instagram We Hack Health: Discord For exclusive content and merchandise, become a patreon. Check out more episodes here. Book a call directly with Ben. Click here if you want to know...
Episode 006 - The secret is, not to diet.
September 28, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 44.5 MBIn this episode Catch up with Ben & Dave, the second instalment of the nutrition section. Where to find us We Hack Health: Twitter We Hack Health: Instagram We Hack Health: Discord For exclusive content and merchandise, become a patreon. Check out more episodes here. Book a call directly with Ben. Recommended reading: BMR Calculator - Calculator.net Dave's blog post - Hacking Health: A Journey to Living Longer. Support the Show. Where to find us We Hack Health: Twitter We Hack He...
Episode 006 - The secret is, not to diet.
September 28, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 44.5 MBIn this episode Catch up with Ben & Dave, the second instalment of the nutrition section. Where to find us We Hack Health: Twitter We Hack Health: Instagram We Hack Health: Discord For exclusive content and merchandise, become a patreon. Check out more episodes here. Book a call directly with Ben. Recommended reading: BMR Calculator - Calculator.net Dave's blog post - Hacking Health: A Journey to Living Longer. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/wehackhealth)
Episode 005 - An introduction to nutrition - the basics.
September 21, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 50.8 MBIn this episode Catch up with Ben & Dave, this week we cover nutrition. We tried to (stay on track with what we wanted to discuss) but also give you a very basic start point. The idea is to cut through all the bullshit and contradicting information out there. Where to find us We Hack Health: Twitter We Hack Health: Instagram We Hack Health: Discord For exclusive content and merchandise, become a patreon. Check out more episodes here. Book a call directly with Ben. Recommended readin...
Bonus 001 - Dave's 1 year coaching anniversary w/ Q&A.
September 16, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 46.5 MBIn this episode Catch up with Ben & Dave and the past year of coaching. A very cool conversation and an insight to how one phone call and a decision to go all in on something has changed multiple aspects of Dave's life. Followed by some questions taken from twitter. Where to find us We Hack Health: Twitter We Hack Health: Instagram For exclusive content and merchandise, become a patreon. Check out more episodes here. Book a call directly with Ben. Support the show
Bonus 001 - Dave's 1 year coaching anniversary w/ Q&A.
September 16, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 46.5 MBIn this episode Catch up with Ben & Dave and the past year of coaching. A very cool conversation and an insight to how one phone call and a decision to go all in on something has changed multiple aspects of Dave's life. Followed by some questions taken from twitter. Where to find us We Hack Health: Twitter We Hack Health: Instagram For exclusive content and merchandise, become a patreon. Check out more episodes here. Book a call directly with Ben. Support the Show. Where to find u...
Episode 004. Lifestyle - How having a short, long term perspective will allow you to create the best version of yourself
September 14, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 49.9 MBIn this episode Catch up with Ben & Dave, this week we cover lifestyle. How to create and manage one that allows you the freedom to become the person that you want to become. Actionable tips and small changes that long term can literally change the trajectory of your life. Where to find us We Hack Health: Twitter We Hack Health: Instagram For exclusive content and merchandise, become a patreon. Check out more episodes here. Book a call directly with Ben. Recommended reading: Check o...
Episode 003 - Mindset. How to become physically strong and mentally resilient
September 07, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 48 MBIn this episode Catch up with Ben & Dave, a deep dive into the first pillar of success, mindset. Actionable tips on how you can improve your and how they both believe that being strong both physically and mentally is the key to a successful, fulfilled and happy life. Where to find us We Hack Health: Twitter We Hack Health: Instagram For exclusive content and merchandise, become a patreon. Check out more episodes here. Book a call directly with Ben. Recommended reading: Mindset - Upda...
Episode 003 - Mindset. How to become physically strong and mentally resilient
September 07, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 48 MBIn this episode Catch up with Ben & Dave, a deep dive into the first pillar of success, mindset. Actionable tips on how you can improve your and how they both believe that being strong both physically and mentally is the key to a successful, fulfilled and happy life. Where to find us We Hack Health: Twitter We Hack Health: Instagram For exclusive content and merchandise, become a patreon. Check out more episodes here. Book a call directly with Ben. Recommended reading: Mindset - Upda...
Episode 002 - An introduction to Mindset, Lifestyle, Nutrition & Body
August 31, 2021 06:00 - 59 minutes - 41.2 MBIn this episode Ben & Dave introduce their four fundamental pillars that they believe are essential for anyone who wants to live a better and longer life. Mindset, Lifestyle, Nutrition & Body, the importance of each, the order that you work on them and ways that you can begin to improve them. Where to find us We Hack Health: Twitter We Hack Health: Instagram For exclusive content and merchandise, become a patreon. Check out more episodes here. Book a call directly with Ben. Recommende...
Episode 001 - Who we are and how we ended up here.
August 19, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 41.7 MBIn this episode An introduction to Ben & Dave - both share their stories, how and why they got into fitness, different approaches they have tried, where they are right now and how the hell they have ended up creating what is set to be a very unique podcast with an insight from both coach and client from opposite sides of the world. **Apologies for the sound quality in this on Ben's side - the issue has been resolved for future episodes** Where to find us We Hack Health - Twitter We Hack...
Episode 001 - Who we are and how we ended up here.
August 19, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 41.7 MBIn this episode An introduction to Ben & Dave - both share their stories, how and why they got into fitness, different approaches they have tried, where they are right now and how the hell they have ended up creating what is set to be a very unique podcast with an insight from both coach and client from opposite sides of the world. **Apologies for the sound quality in this on Ben's side - the issue has been resolved for future episodes** Where to find us We Hack Health - Twitter We Hack...