The Genius Life

AMA 5: The Health Rules I’ve Changed My Mind About

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Show Notes

In this wide-ranging AMA, Max tackles persistent nutrition myths, red meat, creatine gummies, walking, cardio, indulgence, safer strength training, and how he’s feeling 18 months after artificial disc replacement. This episode is proudly sponsored by:

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