The Upgrade w/ Ben Craughwell
The Upgrade w/ Ben Craughwell
Ben Craughwell
Welcome to The Upgrade with Ben Craughwell. On this podcast, you’ll hear how to upgrade your physique and performance, and the many failures and lessons Ben has learned along the way.
E231 - Not Dropping Body Fat Fast Enough?
In this episode, Ben breaks down why your body fat may not be dropping as quickly as you expected and the common factors that could be slowing your progress. You’ll learn how to identify what is actually holding you back, what adjustments may be needed, and how to avoid making the process harder than it needs to be.
Aug 9
13 min
E230 - 7 Nutrition Mistakes I Made So You Can Avoid Them
In this episode, Ben breaks down seven nutrition mistakes he made during his own journey, why they held him back, and what he would do differently now. From overcomplicating the basics to following approaches that were never sustainable, these lessons could save you months of wasted effort and make getting lean far more straightforward.
Aug 2
20 min
E229 - 1 Quick Mindset Shift To Get Shredded
In this episode, Ben breaks down the mindset adjustment that makes fat loss feel far more straightforward, helps you stop relying on motivation, and keeps you moving forward when progress slows. A simple concept, but one that could completely change the way you approach getting lean
Jul 28
11 min
E228 - How To Workout Your Calories & Macros To Get Shredded
Getting shredded is not about cutting out carbs, following a restrictive meal plan or guessing how little you can eat. In this episode, Ben explains how to calculate the calories and macros you actually need to lose body fat while maintaining muscle, strength and performance. He breaks down how to set your calorie target, determine your protein, carbohydrate and fat intake, and adjust the numbers based on your weekly progress.
Jul 20
10 min
E227 - Why AI Is Making You Fat & Weak
AI is making your life easier, faster and more efficient. But it may also be making you fatter, weaker and less capable.
Jul 17
12 min
E226 - My Gaining Phase Protocol
Most men spend months trying to build muscle, only to end up gaining fat instead. In this episode, Ben will break down the exact gaining phase protocol he uses with clients to maximise muscle growth while keeping fat gain to an absolute minimum.
Jul 14
21 min
E225 - Why You Need To Recover Quickly From Mistakes
In this episode, Ben will explain why your ability to recover quickly from mistakes is one of the biggest predictors of long-term success, and how to stop a small setback becoming another month of starting over.
Jul 10
7 min
E224 - Don't Get Lost In The Weeds
Most men overcomplicate getting into shape. They obsess over the tiny details - the perfect exercise, the best supplement, the exact meal timing, the most optimal split - while ignoring the basics that actually move the needle. In this episode, Ben will break down the 10% of actions that produce 90% of your results.
Jul 6
19 min
E223 - Can You Drink Alcohol & Get Jacked?
In this episode, Ben will break down what alcohol actually does to your fat loss, muscle growth, recovery, sleep, hormones, cravings, and training performance. We also cover why alcohol can quietly ruin your progress even when your calories look “fine,” how to drink without completely derailing your week, and the simple rules he gives clients who want to enjoy a social life while still getting in the best shape of their lives.
Jul 4
15 min
E222 - You Need To Be In Pain To Get The Body You Want
In this episode, Ben breaks down one of the uncomfortable truths most men avoid: getting the body you want is going to require pain.
Jun 30
21 min
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