Awesome Human Podcast

In my last show all about sleep I got a lot of follow up questions about how I physically apply this and the exact techniques I personally use. So, I’m going to quickly detail my exact bedtime routine, and use some of the questions I’ve had since that show to outline how you could improve your sleep by making a few simple adjustments to your sleep.  Better sleep starts here, the elixir to optimal human performance and happiness.  Never read my book? You 100% should, grab a copy here: https://amzn.to/492DZZv

In my previous show about work life balance I lightly discussed becoming an unattached human. And in my podcast on spirituality I discussed ‘letting go’. Many have asked me for more on this topic, so here we go. I believe we can only become happy when we detach ourselves from things we need to be happy, this is where we get our POWER back. In life we attach our happiness to things, to certain outcomes, to certain people, to our perception of how life should go, and it's this that is making us unhappy. If you want to be a free, powerful, happy human, this is the recipe. 00:00 Introduction to Happiness 00:18 The Pursuit of Genuine Happiness 01:42 Detaching from External Influences 02:20 Managing Emotions Effectively 05:43 Breaking Free from Dependencies 09:13 The Power of Self-Belief 16:56 Creating an Energetic Imprint 19:49 Conclusion and Call to Action

We all read books and watch videos to learn, but is this the most efficient way to get true and fast progress in life? This simple hack could see you 10x your progress in life, it's certainly been this way for me in my life, which I am fully on board with in an even bigger way now. Once you listen, drop me a message on social and tell me how you’re going to take action on this…  00:00 Introduction: The Catapult of Progress 00:27 The Importance of Setting Goals 01:01 The Power of Reading and Learning 02:29 The Role of Ego in Personal Development 03:16 The Impact of Different Learning Mediums 03:44 The Value of Coaching 04:27 Overcoming Barriers to Progress 07:59 Finding the Right Coach 10:34 The Importance of Energetic Rapport 11:23 Commitment to Self-Development 12:59 Conclusion: The Way of the Awesome Human Get the Awesome Human Blueprint HERE https://www.bencoomber.com/The-Awesome-Human-Blueprint-by-Ben-Coomber

What words guide your life? Do you even know? These 4 words guide my life, some of them have been there for a long time, some of them are words that I have connected with and embodied over the last year through a lot of self reflection, meditation and personal growth.  I am now in true alignment with these words, and they are my values and filters for living. Let me explain why they mean so much to me, and help you unearth the most important words in guiding your life. And the profound impact they could have in your life.  Download the Awesome Human Blueprint: https://www.bencoomber.com/The-Awesome-Human-Blueprint-by-Ben-Coomber  Use the code AH15 as awesomesupplements.com for 15% off Follow me: Instagram: @bencoomber X: @bencoomber Facebook: Ben Coomber LinkedIn: Ben Coomber  Subscribe on YouTube: The Awesome Human

Mo Gawdat is a legend, an inspirational writer and an all round good human. I had the pleasure of seeing him speak in 2023, and his presentation of the ONE word year was a profound one. In this podcast I outline this simple concept, how it’s been of impact to my life in 2024, and how I am shaping my 2025 to live a more fulfilling life. Use the one word year principal, I think you’ll love it like I do. Download the Awesome Human Blueprint: https://www.bencoomber.com/The-Awesome-Human-Blueprint-by-Ben-Coomber  Use the code AH15 as awesomesupplements.com for 15% off Follow me: Instagram: @bencoomber X: @bencoomber Facebook: Ben Coomber LinkedIn: Ben Coomber  Subscribe on YouTube: The Awesome Human

I believe HIIT Training will be a growing trend in the coming years. Now I’m aware it's been popular for some time, but HIIT training has been bastardised a lot, and many people are not doing actual HIIT training. In this short podcast I review the research on HIIT, what it is, how you do it, how much you need to do it, and how it could help someone be fit, healthy and strong in less than 90 minutes per week. Download the Awesome Human Blueprint: https://www.bencoomber.com/The-Awesome-Human-Blueprint-by-Ben-Coomber  Use the code AH15 as awesomesupplements.com for 15% off Follow me: Instagram: @bencoomber X: @bencoomber Facebook: Ben Coomber LinkedIn: Ben Coomber  Subscribe on YouTube: The Awesome Human

Heat therapy aka jumping in a sauna has been around for a long time, but in some cultures more than others, namely in Scandinavia. New research is showing wider use and benefits to heat therapy, in this short show I’ll outline all the benefits, link it to the other major factors in optimising human recovery (namely from exercise), hit on the key new science, and leave you with an action plan and scientific understanding of heat therapy.  Download the Awesome Human Blueprint HERE Use the code AH15 as awesomesupplements.com for 15% off Follow me: Instagram: @bencoomber X: @bencoomber Facebook: Ben Coomber LinkedIn: Ben Coomber  Subscribe on YouTube: The Awesome Human

“Most people think they have an open mind, but in my experience, their mind is only open as far as their belief structure allows”. In part 2 of sharing my journey with spirituality I explore 10 ways you can explore a deeper level of consciousness and awareness from my experience and research. How we need to challenge the perspective we have of how open our minds are, how far you can go to change who you are from this journey, vital tools to use in this journey. The #1 book I’d recommend if you’re unsure, what I continue to do on this journey to facilitate my growth as a human, and my 3 favourite quips from this journey.  The #1 book I recommended: The Peaceful Warrior by Dan Millman: https://amzn.to/3zKaluO  Download the Awesome Human Blueprint: https://www.bencoomber.com/The-Awesome-Human-Blueprint-by-Ben-Coomber  Visit Awesome Supplement at awesomesupplements.com and use the code AH15 for 15% off Follow me: Instagram: @bencoomber X: @bencoomber Facebook: Ben Coomber LinkedIn: Ben Coomber  Subscribe on YouTube: The Awesome Human Go be an Awesome Human.

It’s time to let go, stop controlling your life, and achieve happiness and fulfilment!  In this bonus show I get interviewed by Pete Taylor from The Awakened Man podcast where we delve into the intricate relationship between inner peace, controlling life, and personal fulfilment. We explore the energetic journey of self-discovery, emphasising the importance of letting go and surrendering to the flow of life. The discussion touches on the transformative power of psychedelics and breathwork, as well as the necessity of creating safe spaces for healing and growth. Throughout this dialogue, we highlight the significance of self-awareness, emotional health, and the journey towards a more authentic self. We also discuss; Understanding energy, the role of intuition in decision making, releasing trauma and emotional baggage, vulnerability, the importance of community, the balance of masculine and feminine energies, how to find good guides on this journey, and more.  This is a bonus show as it’s a repost on a long form conversion from another podcast, The Awakened Man, which you can listen to HERE.  Download the Awesome Human Blueprint: https://www.bencoomber.com/The-Awesome-Human-Blueprint-by-Ben-Coomber  Use the code AH15 as awesomesupplements.com for 15% off Follow me: Instagram: @bencoomber X: @bencoomber Facebook: Ben Coomber LinkedIn: Ben Coomber  Subscribe on YouTube: The Awesome Human

What is spirituality?  18 months ago I’d never really heard the term, it hadn’t crossed my radar, and if it had, I would have assumed it was something to do with religion or yoga or just for the uber ‘woo woo’ crowd. But’ I’ve been cracked open like a nut and sold down the river, and it’s ended up being one of the most rewarding journeys I’ve ever been on, and continues to be on.  So what is spirituality? What does it mean? Why should you care?  I’ll be honest, I’m still figuring it all out, but I’ve experienced enough now to share the early part of my journey, and how it has transformed my state of being, my experience of life, and what I now see.  Links to the books I recommend in the podcast:  Awareness by Anthony De Mello: https://amzn.to/3Y6CXbc  The Untethered Soul by Michael Singer: https://amzn.to/3XU8U54  The Surrender Experiment by Michael Singer: https://amzn.to/4esYjoW  The Peaceful Warrior by Dan Millman: https://amzn.to/3zKaluO  Mans search for Meaning by Viktor Frankle: https://amzn.to/4gJi2lP Download the Awesome Human Blueprint:  https://www.bencoomber.com/The-Awesome-Human-Blueprint-by-Ben-Coomber  Use the code AH15 as awesomesupplements.com for 15% off Follow me: Instagram: @bencoomber X: @bencoomber Facebook: Ben Coomber LinkedIn: Ben Coomber  Subscribe on YouTube: The Awesome Human

In the UK, 82% of adults drink alcohol, 48% of adults drink once per week, yet it is widely known as a toxin to the body on many levels, and it’s primary action is a depressant. 5% of all deaths worldwide are linked to alcohol, with alcohol related issues rising significantly since the pandemic.  But, alcohol is a cultural and societal norm, it's everywhere and it’s totally normal to drink it, more normal than any other drug in circulation. It’s used to enjoy yourself, unwind, relieve stress, and escape your problems.  So the question is, how much is too much, is one drink ok, or are we missing its true effects not just on our physical health, but on our mental health. And if you exercise and drink, is it ok, or holding you back?  I’ve been particularly interested in this since going alcohol free. It’s been 6 months now, and in this podcast I’ll share my experience, some physiological statistics around alcohol use, how I accidently started this experiment, and my argument for a life without alcohol. With a special guest segment, Ruari Fairbairns from ‘One Year No Beer’.  As ever, come to this show with an open mind…. Follow Ruari @rfairbairns Download the Awesome Human Blueprint: https://www.bencoomber.com/The-Awesome-Human-Blueprint-by-Ben-Coomber  Use the code AH15 as awesomesupplements.com for 15% off Follow me: Instagram: @bencoomber X: @bencoomber Facebook: Ben Coomber LinkedIn: Ben Coomber  Subscribe on YouTube: The Awesome Human

Caffeine is the world's most popular drug, but is it serving us in the way we use it? I’ve gone caffeine free several times, so I’ve tested this a lot, and I’ve now found a sweet spot in my life, which is still very low in caffeine.  In this show I’ll explore why I think caffeine has a dark side, how it could be negatively affecting your health optimisation efforts, its relationship with stress, why people with heart issues get told to cut down, what's really the issue, what the different types of energy are, and more.  Download the Awesome Human Blueprint: https://www.bencoomber.com/The-Awesome-Human-Blueprint-by-Ben-Coomber  Use the code AH15 as awesomesupplements.com for 15% off Follow me: Instagram: @bencoomber X: @bencoomber Facebook: Ben Coomber LinkedIn: Ben Coomber  Subscribe on YouTube: The Awesome Human

We are all after the perfect night's sleep, we know how it feeds optimal human performance, and we do most things right most of the time, but for many of us it just doesn’t quite come together enough of the time. In this show we will explore the sleep science basics, what the 25 proven ways are to set yourself up for a good night's sleep, what the key things to avoid doing are, how sleep gadgets can enhance our sleep, what sleep trackers show us, and what supplements might be able to help.  Get your pen ready, this is another tactical show on all things sleep.  Download the Awesome Human Blueprint: https://www.bencoomber.com/The-Awesome-Human-Blueprint-by-Ben-Coomber  Order Awesome Sleep: https://awesomesupplements.co.uk/products/awesome-sleep  Follow me: Instagram: @bencoomber X: @bencoomber Facebook: Ben Coomber LinkedIn: Ben Coomber  Subscribe on YouTube: The Awesome Human

In this week’s episode, we continue our journey to total human optimisation with Part Two of our deep dive into the 10 science-based nutrition facts to live by Last week, we covered the foundational principles, including the importance of calorie control, the benefits of the Mediterranean diet, and the power of a high-protein intake. In today’s episode, we build on these with five more crucial principles, starting with a candid discussion about the effects of alcohol on your body and mind. Learn how extended fasting can give your body the break it needs, why culinary skills are key to long-term healthy eating, and how to identify and eliminate food sensitivities that may be holding you back. Finally, discover the role of basic supplementation in filling nutritional gaps caused by modern life and farming practices. Tune in to discover how these principles can ground your nutrition in science, helping you cut through the confusion and live a healthier, more optimised life. Don’t forget to check out Awesome Supplements and download the Awesome Blueprint to start your journey to optimal health. Follow me: Instagram: @bencoomber X: @bencoomber Facebook: Ben Coomber LinkedIn: Ben Coomber  Subscribe on YouTube: The Awesome Human

The world of nutrition is one full of mistruths and confusion. Most feel they are forever struggling to get their diet right, their weight healthy, and balance it all with a fun life. But we can lean on science to get this right, it doesn’t have to be complicated. In this show I’ll outline 10 research proven facts in the world of nutrition that we can use to anchor how we eat, to allow us to thrive, perform well, be a healthy weight, and give ourselves a good chance of living into old age in a healthy way.  Get your pen and paper ready, this one is full of practical, useful take homes.  Download the Awesome Human Blueprint: https://www.bencoomber.com/The-Awesome-Human-Blueprint-by-Ben-Coomber  Follow me: Instagram: @bencoomber X: @bencoomber Facebook: Ben Coomber LinkedIn: Ben Coomber  Subscribe on YouTube: The Awesome Human

Work life balance is something we are all aiming to achieve, and many quote it as not being possible, while many others quote that it needs to be a symbiosis of work and play, yet many people don’t enjoy their jobs, so a job feeling like play isn’t a reality for everyone. I have a different view.  There are several components to this conundrum. Our work life. Our home life. Our health and what we do to support it. Our responsibilities as parents or partners, then the goals we have for ourselves and the things we want to do with our lives. For all of this to work several things need to happen, we need to have a forever evolving identity that is unattached to certain things for happiness, we need to define what each area of our lives needs to have happen be in optimal function and harmony, we need to ensure we are shifting our perspective and expectations on what something will look like, and we need to be forever evolving our strategy for its time input to actually get the outcome we want.  I believe we can all be happy, we can all achieve work-life balance, we can have it all, but it's going to take a few shifts in our life practically, and in our mindset.  Follow me: Instagram: @bencoomber X: @bencoomber Facebook: Ben Coomber LinkedIn: Ben Coomber  Subscribe on YouTube: The Awesome Human

Wim Hof has popularised ice baths and cold showers, but his attempts to permeate culture with the power of the breath seems to be falling short, this is my attempt to convince you to invest real time into it. I cannot speak highly enough of the power of breathwork, and the incredible thing is… it's FREE.  I’ve used it to transform myself over the last 2 years on a very deep mental and emotional level, and I really want others to experience its power. In this podcast I’ll talk you through my journey with breathwork, some of the different types of breathwork, how I’ve used it, the different ways you can learn it, some of the other techniques I've used alongside breathwork on my journey, and more.  Trust me, after this show, you’ll be doing breathwork, I feel it's THAT powerful.    Find a fundamentals course at: https://www.wimhofmethod.com/activities/activity-map  Download the Wim Hof app on the app store.  Download the ‘Waking up’ app on the app store. Follow me: Instagram: @bencoomber X: @bencoomber Facebook: Ben Coomber LinkedIn: Ben Coomber  Subscribe on YouTube: The Awesome Human

I’m on TRT, and to follow on from last week's show with Dr Robert Stevens I thought I would add a narrative to the statistics and topics discussed with my personal story with going on to TRT.  What were my levels before getting covid, after suffering with long covid, and what are they now. How has it affected my life? What was the journey going on it like? How did I cope with it physically and mentally? And what do I have to do every day to keep everything in check?  TRT isn’t a silver bullet, and with its rise in popularity we need to be careful who we listen to as it's not just a case of “shooting a bit of testosterone”.  TRT was a hard and long road, and it’s not just been about getting on TRT, that it solved all my problems - far from it, but it's been a road worth travelling as a man, here’s my story.  Get 10% off an ultimate performance blood test by downloading the Awesome Human Blueprint, click here to download it: https://www.bencoomber.com/The-Awesome-Human-Blueprint-by-Ben-Coomber Follow Me @bencoomber

Men’s testosterone is at an all time low, and is getting lower and lower year on year, but why is this? Why are so many men now needing TRT? What is the science behind this? And how does all of this link to male mental health? Join me as I interview Dr Robert Stevens on the state of this pandemic. Dr Stevens is my personal doctor for my TRT, and through my research and experience working with him and his clinic, I felt he was the best guest for this podcast episode. We explore the science of testosterone, why levels are falling, how it links to men’s mental health, how much our environment at play with this issue such as skin care, what toxins are causing the most problems with testosterone levels, when TRT becomes a needed and viable option for a man, why the NHS is not equipped to dig deeper into the issues surrounding men’s testosterone levels, and, if TRT is for life… Check out Dr Robert Stevens Clinic: https://themenshealthclinic.co.uk/ Follow Dr Stevens online @themenshealthclinic Follow me @bencoomber

Why are men so depressed, frustrated and angry? So many men struggle with feeling disconnected, low, maybe even depressed, and far removed from their sense of purpose, often facing overwhelm, sadness and isolation. Life can then feel flat, and modern societal pressures only add to this burden. You or your partner might feel stuck and unsure of where to start, and the term ‘crisis of masculinity’ just seems to ring a bell that strikes a chord in us, but one where no music seems to play.  This show, and this 3 part series, is a journey of understanding male mental health. Men, like everyone else, need to grow, evolve, and connect with their true selves. Society often expects men to suppress emotions and prioritise logic over feelings, leading to profound unhappiness and mental health struggles. This is where I will argue that there is NO crisis of masculinity.  In this episode, we look to uncover the reasons behind the high rates of depression among men. Could it be a crisis in masculinity, societal changes or physiological factors like declining testosterone levels, increased obesity, and sedentary lifestyles? Or is there much more to this conversation than meets the eye.  This episode isn't just about understanding the problem; it's about finding solutions. By the end of this episode you'll understand the factors contributing to healthy male mental health, which of course links to our physical health, and have practical strategies to combat it.  Men, it's time to challenge what you know and take steps towards a healthier, happier life. Download the Awesome Human Blueprint here: https://www.bencoomber.com/The-Awesome-Human-Blueprint-by-Ben-Coomber