Ben Thinking

Ben Nevares
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Discussing topics such as fitness, exercise physiology, psychology, nutrition, entrepreneurship, business development, religion, arts and sciences of all types. Talking to people that I am curious to learn from, and take lessons from to better my life and the lives of those around me.

  1. 1D AGO

    How Strength Coaches Actually Build Elite Athletes | Ben Thinking Podcast Ep. 151

    Ben sits down with Ben Adena of MyBestMe Performance for a deep conversation on what it really takes to build better athletes, create lasting results, and succeed as a coach in today’s performance world. They break down Ben’s journey from corporate gyms to building a respected athlete roster in Las Vegas, why individualized programming matters more than one-size-fits-all training, and how tools like force plates help reveal what athletes actually need to improve. From basketball-specific movement patterns and injury prevention to discipline, consistency, and the business side of coaching, this episode highlights the systems and mindset behind long-term athletic development.Connect with Ben Adena: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ben.adena_performance/ Website: https://www.mybestmefitness.com/ ⏱️ Timestamps: 5:00 — How Ben built his coaching career in Las Vegas 12:30 — Why every athlete needs a different training approach 21:00 — Building trust, results, and word-of-mouth growth 30:00 — Force plates, testing, and data-driven performance 39:00 — Common basketball injuries and what causes them 49:00 — What separates athletes who make it from those who don’t 58:00 — The realities of coaching AAU athletes and training year-round #BenThinking #BenAdena #MyBestMePerformance #StrengthAndConditioning #SportsPerformance #BasketballTraining #AthleteDevelopment #Coaching #ForcePlates #AthleteMindset #LasVegasFitness

    1h 5m

  2. MAR 10

    Can Pelvic Floor Issues Cause Erectile Dysfunction? | Ben Thinking Podcast Ep. 150

    Ben sits down with pelvic floor physical therapist Dr. Antoinette Gagliard PT, DPT for an eye-opening conversation about men’s pelvic health and the symptoms many men experience but rarely talk about. They break down what the pelvic floor actually does, how issues like pelvic pain, urinary leakage, and erectile dysfunction can be connected to muscle tension, nerve irritation, and poor breathing or lifting mechanics, and why mobility and proper movement often matter more than simply “doing kegels.” From internal pelvic exams to practical at-home strategies, this episode sheds light on a misunderstood but critical part of men’s health. Connect with Antoinette: Website: https://www.floorfabulous.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/antoinettepelvicptlv/ 🕒 Timestamps: 5:00 — What a pelvic floor exam looks like for men 13:30 — Gym lifting, breathing patterns, and pelvic floor stress 27:00 — The most common symptoms men ignore 40:00 — Treatment tools: dry needling, manual therapy, and movement testing 51:00 — Should men see a pelvic floor PT even without symptoms? #BenThinking #MensHealth #PelvicFloor #PelvicFloorTherapy #ErectileDysfunction #MensWellness #PhysicalTherapy #HealthEducation #StrengthTraining #Mobility #PelvicHealth

    56 min

  3. MAR 3

    The Shark Tank Offer She Refused... And Why It Made Her Stronger | Ben Thinking Podcast Ep. 149

    Ben sits down with Abingdon Mullin, pilot and founder of Abingdon Co., for a conversation about building what doesn’t exist and growing a brand with conviction in a male-dominated industry.They discuss launching a watch company at 23 after realizing pilot watches weren’t made for women, navigating overseas manufacturing, turning down Kevin O’Leary’s Shark Tank advice, and reinventing her brand during COVID. From owning 94% of her company to creating a watchmaking tech program in Las Vegas, this episode is about craftsmanship, responsibility, and playing the long game.Connect with Abingdon Co.:Website: https://abingdonco.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theabingdonco/?hl=en 🕒 Timestamps: 2:00 — Becoming a pilot at 22 15:45 — Early growing pains 24:30 — Kevin O’Leary’s offer and saying no 31:00 — Choosing between flying and running the company 45:30 — Owning 94% and scaling intentionally 52:00 — The watchmaker shortage: 10 retire, 1 replaces #BenThinking #AbingdonMullin #Entrepreneurship #WomenInBusiness #FounderStory #SharkTank #Manufacturing #BrandBuilding #SkilledTrades #LongGame #WatchIndustry #BusinessMindset

    1h 5m

  4. FEB 24

    Why Most Women Don’t Need Kegels | Ben Thinking Podcast Ep. 148

    Ben sits down with pelvic floor occupational therapist Tina Bhakta for an eye-opening conversation about pelvic floor health, postpartum recovery, and the biggest misconceptions women are taught about leaking, pain, and “just doing kegels.” They break down what the pelvic floor actually does, why incontinence is common but not normal, how strength training and breath work play a major role in recovery, and why pelvic floor therapy can be life-changing for pregnancy, postpartum, menopause, and beyond — reminding us that help exists and women don’t have to suffer in silence. Connect with Tina: Website Instagram 🕒 Timestamps: 2:00 — What the pelvic floor is and why it matters 10:30 — Pain with sex, tight muscles, and common dysfunction signs 18:45 — Pregnancy changes: ribcage flare, diaphragm shifts, pelvic load 27:00 — Why kegels aren’t the answer for most women 35:30 — Incontinence during lifting, running, and jumping explained 44:00 — Prolapse myths, conservative options, and when surgery isn’t necessary 52:00 — Postpartum timelines, C-sections, and returning to exercise safely #PelvicFloorHealth #PostpartumRecovery #WomensHealth #PelvicFloorTherapy #IncontinenceAwareness #PregnancyFitness #ClinicEducation #StrengthTrainingForWomen #PainWithSex #ProlapseSupport #HealthcarePodcast #WomenDeserveBetter

    1h 5m

  5. FEB 17

    Real Heroes Supporting Hospital Children | Ben Thinking Podcast Ep. 147

    Ben sits down with Jose and Bernice of Brooches for a Cause, alongside Michael, president of Critical Care Comics, for an inspiring conversation about empathy, community impact, and bringing hope to children in hospitals through superheroes and comics. They share how Critical Care Comics has touched over 50,000 kids, why nonprofits matter now more than ever, and how purpose-driven jewelry is helping spotlight organizations making a difference across Las Vegas and beyond — reminding us that giving back can take many forms. Connect with Broches for a Cause: Website Instagram & LinkedIn Connect with Critical Care Comics: Website Instagram 🕒 Timestamps: 2:00 — What Critical Care Comics is and how superheroes bring kids joy 15:30 — Comics, toys, and creating escapes for kids in hospitals 27:00 — Believing in your mission and building something bigger than profit 38:30 — Stories from hospital visits that will stay with you forever 49:00 — How to donate, volunteer, and support these organizations #PodcastEpisode #LasVegasNonprofits #CriticalCareComics #BroochesForACause #CommunityImpact #GivingBack #HopeAndStrength #EmpathyMatters #SuperheroesForKids #NonprofitSpotlight #LasVegasCommunity #PurposeDrivenBusiness #VolunteerOpportunity

    51 min

  6. FEB 10

    Pelvic Floor Health Every Woman Needs | Ben Thinking Podcast Ep. 146

    Ben sits down with Priyanka Villanassery, a pediatric physical therapist and mom-to-be, for a real conversation about pregnancy, pelvic floor health, and what women go through during birth preparation. They discuss first trimester fatigue, movement and strength during pregnancy, postpartum support, and why moms deserve far better care and resources through every stage of motherhood. Connect with Priyanka: Instagram LinkTree Ben's Website Let us know who we should have on next! Email us at Benthinkingpod@gmail.com 🕒 Timestamps: 6:00 — The biggest first trimester changes and unexpected fatigue 12:00 — Pelvic floor PT, Kegels, and why relaxation matters for labor 18:30 — Epidurals, birth positioning, and opening the pelvic outlet 30:00 — Strength training during pregnancy and preparing the body for birth 42:00 — Gestational diabetes, cravings, and pregnancy health concerns 48:00 — Postpartum recovery, motherhood support, and why systems fail moms 55:00 — Why women deserve better community, care, and resources #PodcastEpisode #PregnancyJourney #PelvicFloorHealth #Motherhood #BirthPreparation #PrenatalFitness #PostpartumSupport #Women’sHealth #PregnancyRealTalk #PhysicalTherapy #ParentingPodcast #MentalLoad #ModernMotherhood

    1h 6m

  7. FEB 3

    The Reality of Being an OnlyFans Creator | Ben Thinking Podcast Ep. 145

    Ben sits down with Lily Fiore, an OnlyFans creator originally from Italy now living in Spain, for an unfiltered conversation about what the job actually looks like behind the screen. From daily discipline and creative control to emotional boundaries, fan dynamics, and cultural stigma, Lily breaks down the realities of running an OnlyFans account as a real business—not a shortcut to easy money. She opens up about why connection matters more than content volume, how loneliness shows up on both sides of the platform, and the mental toll of being “available” 24/7. This episode goes far beyond surface-level takes on OnlyFans—diving into psychology, identity, autonomy, and the difference between digital intimacy and real-life connection. 🕒 Timestamps: 2:00 — What it’s actually like being an OnlyFans creator day-to-day 8:00 — Personal responsibility, discipline, and working without a boss 15:00 — Why connection matters more than content volume 23:00 — Reusing content, niches, and what actually sells long-term 30:00 — Boundaries, solo work, and refusing collaborations 38:00 — Extreme fan requests and why some are non-negotiable 46:00 — Loneliness, parasocial relationships, and emotional limits 54:00 — Cultural differences between Europe and the U.S. 1:00:00 — Money myths, clickbait culture, and public perception 1:02:00 — Advice for anyone considering starting OnlyFans #BenThinkingPodcast #BenNevares #LilyFiore #OnlyFans #CreatorEconomy #DigitalIntimacy #OnlineBusiness #Boundaries #ModernWork #Psychology #EntrepreneurMindset #InternetCulture #PodcastEpisode

    1h 2m

  8. JAN 27

    The Operating System Every Entrepreneur Needs | Ben Thinking Podcast Ep. 144

    Ben sits down with Rebecca Finken, an EOS Implementer and lifelong entrepreneur, to break down what actually makes businesses scale and why so many hit a ceiling without realizing it. Drawing on 30+ years of experience, Rebecca explains how the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) brings structure, clarity, and accountability to chaotic organizations, sharing hard-earned lessons from near failure, million-dollar turnarounds, and real-world work with companies across industries to build healthier, more profitable businesses without relying on hustle alone. Connect with Rebecca LinkedIn EOS Worldwide 🕒 Timestamps 2:00 — What EOS is and why most entrepreneurs struggle without a system 15:00 — Why people issues and unclear roles quietly kill growth 23:00 — Hitting the ceiling: what it looks like and how to break through it 40:00 — Level 10 meetings and why most meetings completely fail 48:00 — Self-implementing vs. working with an EOS implementer If this conversation resonated with you, take one small step toward clarity this week: 📋 Write down your company’s core values 👥 Get clear on who owns what in your business 📈 Focus on systems—not just effort #BenThinkingPodcast #BenNevares #RebeccaFinken #Entrepreneurship #EOS #BusinessSystems #ScalingBusinesses #LeadershipDevelopment #SmallBusinessGrowth #EntrepreneurLife #Operations #CompanyCulture #BusinessPodcast #StartupMindset

    55 min
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Discussing topics such as fitness, exercise physiology, psychology, nutrition, entrepreneurship, business development, religion, arts and sciences of all types. Talking to people that I am curious to learn from, and take lessons from to better my life and the lives of those around me.

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  • Creator
    Ben Nevares
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    149
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Ben Nevares
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    Ben Thinking