About this episode
In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin speak with powerlifter turned bodybuilder, Ben Pollack about the differences between the two sports. Why did he switch from powerlifting to the sport of bodybuilding? (2:47) What was the attraction to bodybuilding? (5:37) Bodybuilding is objective, right? (6:24) The mental challenge of switching focus in training. (8:42) The differences in the physique between the two lifters. (16:36) Did he feel he had a head start switching sports? (22:32) Do the stereotypes hold for bodybuilders? (24:32) Why MOST bodybuilders should be deadlifting. (27:06) What exercises, from bodybuilding, will he continue to incorporate into his training? (29:46) The contrast in nutrition transitioning from powerlifting to bodybuilding. (33:27) What did his PRs look like at his lowest and highest weight? (40:44) Why he loves the Smith Machine for chest work. (42:00) What can powerlifters learn from bodybuilders and vice versa? (44:21) The differences in drug use between the two sports. (46:20) Does he have any favorite anabolics? Least favorites? (51:14) The importance of monitoring your health. (54:35) Has the weight gain affected his sleep? (56:31) Has this change made an impact on his business? Any hate? (59:49) Which training style would be more conducive for longevity? (1:01:13) What does the future look like for Ben? (1:06:19) Becoming more open-minded, the benefits of sled training, and isometrics. (1:08:04) Related Links/Products Mentioned March Promotion: Limited Time Power Bundle ! MAPS Strong and MAPS Powerlift for the low price of $79.99 Visit Paleo Valley for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code "Mindpump15" at checkout for 15% discount** Mind Pump #865: Stan Efferding- The World's Strongest Bodybuilder Mi40 Nation Primobolan - Steroid .com Excess Tongue Fat Could Be Leading to Sleep Apnea, Scientists Find Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources Featured Guest/People Mentioned Ben Pollack, Ph.D. ( @phdeadlift ) Instagram Stan "Rhino" Efferding ( @stanefferding ) Instagram Ronnie Coleman ( @ronniecoleman8 ) Instagram Derek Lunsford ( @dereklunsford_ ) Instagram Andrew Herbert ( @herbietheluvbug ) Instagram John Haack ( @bilbo_swaggins181 ) Instagram Dave Tate ( @underthebar ) Instagram