150: From Tolerating Life To Being Passionate About It with David Maus Jr. Extreme Temperature Therapy
Despite being the internet's premier expert on cold plunging, saunas, and other biohacking tools… Today's episode with David Maus Jr. took a turn down a far more vulnerable road. Why? Because before David was a health and wellness content creator, he had a very different career. He worked in the family car business for 20 years. He was the VP and face of the brand. But he decided to quit his job a couple of years ago because he felt like something was missing. He was great at selling cars and made great money, but he lacked fulfillment. He didn't want to just tolerate life, he wanted to be passionate about it. And since more growth is unlocked from vulnerable conversations, that's the route we went down. Here's what David and I discuss on this episode: How David came to the tough decision to quit his job (and how it strained the relationship with his dad) Why David's faith kept him grounded and confident during turbulent times How to create a life that brings you ultimate joy And more, including these highlights: Why jumping into an ice cold river can completely eliminate your crushing brain fog, fatigue, and even burnout (5:56) How to build your own DIY cold plunge in 10 minutes without shelling out $13,000 for one (12:22) What led Dave to making a decision to leave his family's car business after 20 years experience to start a YouTube channel (25:00) Why faith can make it easier to make a life-changing decision when you don't know whether it's the right move or not (30:41) How sharing who you are (instead of what you do) online can almost magically connect you to others who are more like you (42:06) Why you can gain a lot from hearing others' religious beliefs (even when you disagree) (51:19) Listen now! Resources mentioned in this episode: 1. Follow David's YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@DavidMausJr: If you have any questions about cold plunging, using a sauna, or DIYing your own biohacking tools, David's super approachable and ready to answer your questions. 2. Man Flow Yoga Events: On February 28, I'm hosting a Saturday Workshop in Denver, CO. If you want to do yoga with me and get feedback in real-time, get your ticket here: https://shop.manflowyoga.com/collections/in-person-events/products/mfy-workshop-denver-february-2026-02-28 3. Man Flow Yoga: - Start your 7-day free trial and see how yoga can eliminate aches and pains better than other types of exercise here: https://shrtlnk.co/kP8M7
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149: How To Keep Your Favorite Hobbies Even As You Age (Member Interview: John A)
Most men have to gradually give up their favorite physical activities as they age. Especially when your hobbies are physically demanding - like skiing, hiking, and backpacking. Today's guest, John, faced this soul-sucking reality a few years ago after getting both of his knees replaced. He had been active his whole life before suffering from orthopedic problems that required surgery. But you know what? After his surgeries, which happened when he was 72 years old, John realized that he didn't have to be a victim to his body's stiffness and pain. That's what inspired him to come to the Wellness Weekend in January 2025 (about 18 months after his second knee replacement surgery). During the Wellness Weekend, he improved his technique in yoga poses. Then, after the Wellness Weekend, he became more consistent with yoga than he had been in the previous 6 years. The result? He hiked a mountain that ascended and descended 800 feet. He realized that not only could he ski again, but his balance improved so much that he actually became a better skier. And he recently drove 500 miles (or about 10 hours) in a single trip without getting stiff afterwards. And he's 74 years old! John's chockfull of wisdom for being consistent, building your body back up after major surgeries, and keeping your favorite physical activities well into your 70s. Here's what John and I discuss in today's show: Why starting small acclimates your body to working out and makes it easier to stay consistent and grow A few simple things John does to stay consistent with his fitness in retirement How you can eliminate your aches, pains, and stiffness in your 70s (and beyond) And more, including these highlights: How John bounced back from his health problems that derailed his favorite physical activities for 7 years… and what you can do to enjoy your favorite physical activities in your 70s (2:22) Why attending an in-person Man Flow Yoga event helped John conquer his orthopedic problems (3:21) What John did after having both knees replaced in 2023 to eliminate his post-surgery stiffness (13:03) The simple "Exercise Log" secret that can help you stay consistent for decades (13:49) Why a dedicated yoga room in your house removes your excuses for avoiding your next yoga session (15:18) Does your body get stiff as a board after 10+ hour driving trips? Here's the most effective way to bulletproof your body from stiffness (20:38) The biggest threat to your fitness goals that most men completely ignore (30:13) Listen now! Resources mentioned in this episode: 1. Man Flow Yoga Events: John attended the MFY Wellness Weekend in January 2025, about 18 months after his second knee replacement surgery. He credits this event for being the reason he's been able to keep his favorite physical activities well into his 70s. On February 28, I'm hosting a Saturday Workshop in Denver, CO that can help you accomplish the same feats John did. Get your ticket here: https://shop.manflowyoga.com/collections/in-person-events/products/mfy-workshop-denver-february-2026-02-28 2. Man Flow Yoga - John's been a Member since 2019. Now it's your turn… Start your 7-day free trial here: https://shrtlnk.co/kP8M7
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148: How to Force Yourself to Exercise When You Don't Want To with Dr. Steven Gabriel
If you want to be the youngest and healthiest version of yourself possible, then you need a reliable strategy for working out consistently. Even when you don't want to. Today's guest, ER doctor and anti-aging expert, Dr. Steven Gabriel almost never wants to work out. But being as young and healthy as possible is important for him. And so, he's developed a few ways to trick himself into working out that he shares with you in this show. There's a specific reason Dr. Gabriel wants to be as young and healthy as possible: He's spent years working in the ER and has seen first hand how important your lifestyle is for your longevity. He's seen 80-year-olds who had the energy and vigor of a 50 or 60 year old. But he's also seen the reverse: A 60-year-old who feels and acts like he's 80 or 90. Here's what else Dr. Gabriel and I discuss in today's episode: How men can have more fulfilling and connecting conversations by being courageously vulnerable Why it doesn't take as long as you think to learn something new And he shares a few of his Jedi mindset tricks for forcing himself to work out when he doesn't want to (which is almost every time) Other highlights from the show include: Parents: Listen to this ER doctor's wisdom about safety (8:07) How health consequences compound like bad interest as you age and how to at least not accelerate aging (10:59) Why making healthy lifestyle changes, as cliche as it can sound, is the secret to living a vibrant life well into your 80s and 90s (14:34) The "Lucky" mindset shift that seems silly, but is surprisingly effective for creating good luck (16:07) How moving into a more positive "emotional home" keeps you light and happy even when dark and tragic external events happen (20:43) The "2,000 degree stone" secret for forcing yourself to workout that works exceptionally well when you don't want to exercise (25:50) The weird way giving yourself 10 minutes to decide if you want to quit gets rid of all the mental gunk that stops you from achieving your goals (48:44) Listen now! Resources mentioned on this episode: 1. If you'd like to learn more about Dr. Gabriel's "Make Aging Optional" approach, visit his website: https://drsg.co/ 2. Or, you can follow him on Instagram @drstevengabriel Other important links: Want to improve your sexual wellness, get stronger erections, and last longer in bed? Then join the FREE 7-Day Sexual Wellness Challenge here: https://shrtlnk.co/uA27H Tired of doing a form of yoga that causes more injuries than it helps prevent? The cold, hard truth is men need yoga specifically designed for them. Well, here's some good news: You can start your 7-day free trial to Man Flow Yoga by visiting https://shrtlnk.co/kP8M7
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147: Feel More & Think Less with Dr. Zac Seidler (Movember)
From a young age, you've learned how to don various masks for different people. The problem with this is these masks aren't the real you. But somewhere along the way, whether due to societal pressures, parenting, religious upbringing, or any other variable, you learn that it's safer to be someone else instead of you. This strategy can work for a while. It's how both Dr. Zac from Movember and I have gotten through life. But it always fails in the long-run because stacking up achievements (personal, professional, or fitness) can't give you the unbridled joy you're desperately seeking. The good news is that there's a solution. But the bad news is that it's difficult and takes a long time. The solution? Learning how to stop overthinking and underfeeling. This is particularly hard for men because we've been conditioned to think instead of feel. But learning to feel is perhaps the single most important skill you can hone. In this episode, Dr. Zac and I share the messy story of how we're both trying to feel more and think less - and we invite you to join us. We also discuss: How to take off the masks you're wearing that undermine your growth The overthinking and underfeeling crisis that's affecting men How the term "toxic masculinity" is unhelpful and harmful to men Other highlights from the show include: How men who do both theater or music and sports in high school don a mask that hinders their personal growth later in life (2:19) The insidious way fear discusses itself as freedom of choice (and why this wrecks your relationship, including the one with yourself) (7:20) The disorienting "generational trauma" trap that nearly every guy falls into (and how to realize these feelings were never even yours) (15:58) Why men are so much better at thinking about their emotions rather than feeling about them - including Dr. Zac and myself (22:15) The "feeling is the solution" skill that can help you stop overthinking and underfeeling (22:59) How unleashing the grief monster gives you catharsis without drowning in your sadness (40:53) Why "toxic masculinity" has morphed into a meaningless catch-all term for bad behavior (and how this undermines men across society) (47:25) Listen now! Guest bio: Dr. Zac Seidler is a clinical psychologist, researcher and leading men's mental health expert. He currently holds dual roles as Global Director of Men's Health Research at Movember and Associate Professor with Orygen at the University of Melbourne. Zac has dedicated his academic and professional career towards further understanding men's mental health and masculinity. His ultimate goal is to help reduce the staggering rates of male suicide and domestic violence worldwide. Through his research, Zac has advocated for a change in the way we think about treating men's distress. As part of his research, he has uniquely focused on creating mental health services that account for masculinity. This has evolved into a fully funded project, Men in Mind, the world's first training program for mental health clinicians, to help them better understand and respond to men's distress and suicidality. Resources mentioned in this episode: 1. Download Movember's Report, The Real Face of Men's Health here: https://us.movember.com/the-real-face-of-mens-health 2. Follow Dr Zac Seider: Website: https://www.zacseidler.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zacseidler/ 3. Man Flow Yoga - Start your 7-day free trial here: https://shrtlnk.co/kP8M7
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146: Unlocking Consistency Against All Odds (Member Interview: David C.)
The difference between success and failure with any fitness plan usually comes down to how consistent you are. But today's guest, David, had nearly all the odds stacked against him when it came to his consistency... He admitted he's a chronic starter and stopper: In fact, it took him years to build up his consistency muscles and finish his first Man Flow Yoga Program. He's a cook at a nursing home, and his shift begins at 4:30 am - adding another obstacle blocking his consistency. And, because he's forced to wear non-stick shoes, his feet have overpronated and led to immense back pain. But you know what? Despite all of this, David never gave up. He learned to stop beating himself up (even when he wasn't as consistent as he wanted to be). And best of all, just this year, he's finally figured out how to be consistent. Since then, he's managed his back pain, dropped 10 lbs, and changed his body composition. Here's what David and I discuss in today's show: How attending an in-person event created a snowball effect of consistency Why standing all day for work is almost as bad as sitting all day The unique challenges that come from having a wildly different sleep schedule than most of the world And more, including these highlights: How David's overpronated feet caused him immense back pain (and how he's made the pain manageable) (2:39) Why kids in the family is a literal cheat code for consistently working out (even if you've struggled to be consistent for years like David has) (12:16) How to trick your brain into working out even when you're exhausted and unmotivated (14:51) David's favorite stress relief pose that he does whenever stress rears its ugly head (17:10) The weird "dancing while standing" secret for eliminating back pain caused by standing all day (18:11) How a tiny change like swapping processed sugar for natural sugar can help you take back control of your cravings (22:36) Listen now! Resources mentioned in this episode: 1. Man Flow Yoga Events: David attending the January 2025 event in Austin laid the groundwork for his consistency. We're bringing Man Flow Yoga to Denver, CO on February, 28. Get your ticket here: https://shop.manflowyoga.com/collections/in-person-events/products/mfy-workshop-denver-february-2026-02-28 2. Strength Foundations Challenge: Follow in David's footsteps by joining the 6-week Strength Foundations Challenge here: https://manflowyoga.com/sfc 3. Man Flow Yoga - Start your 7-day free trial here: https://shrtlnk.co/kP8M7
The Better Man Podcast is a podcast redefining what it means to be better as a man. In it, we'll discuss how to balance success with our overall well-being, take on a more comprehensive understanding of fitness to include our physical, mental, and emotional well-being, and strive to align our actions with who we are at our cores. We can be successful and proud of who we are without sacrificing our core values or our well-being.
Dean Pohlman is known as THE yoga expert for men. His unique fitness-centric, strength-based approach to yoga—exemplified in his yoga workouts, programs, books, videos, blogs, and more—has helped to transform the lives of hundreds of thousands of men [and women] worldwide.
Join Dean as he explores the habits, mindsets, tools, and tactics that lead to health, happiness, and fulfillment for men. You'll hear interviews with world-class experts who pull back the curtain and share their proven strategies for taking your body and mind to the next level.
More significantly, we'll discuss the challenges they faced that truly tested them on an emotional level, and work to better understand what they did to work through those events, and how it helped them to grow for the better.
Learn how to implement new habits sustainably and realistically. Discover systems and processes that will empower you to hit your biggest goals. And be prepared to go deep beyond the world of physical fitness, to explore the mental, spiritual, and emotional aspects of health that will truly allow you to thrive.
Get inspired and get ready. The Better Man Podcast is a conversation to help you become the better version of yourself.
Dean Pohlman
Founder / CEO of Man Flow Yoga
Best-selling Author of Yoga Fitness for Men & Yoga for Athletes
Co-Producer of Body By Yoga Series
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