The Hidden Secret to Building Real Strength (Hint: It’s Not Just Heavy Lifts)

The Hidden Secret to Building Real Strength (Hint: It’s Not Just Heavy Lifts)

What if building real strength has nothing to do with just lifting heavy weights? In this episode of Mark Bell’s Power Project Podcast, Mark Bell, Nsima Inyang, and guest Mike Aidala dive deep into the hidden keys to true strength that most people never consider.


From mastering stability and mobility to the benefits of Zone 2 training and incorporating movements like Turkish getups, this conversation explores how strength isn’t just about raw power but a blend of skill, control, and endurance. Mike shares how focusing on flexibility, controlled progress, and emotional resilience can take fitness to a whole new level, even during ultramarathons and extreme endurance challenges.


Whether you’re a weightlifter, runner, or just looking to add more strength and longevity to your fitness journey, episode 1143 provides insights that will change how you think about your training. Tune in to discover how the real secret lies in balancing strength, mind, and movement in ways you’ve never imagined.

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Chapters:

0:00 Why stability and mobility matter

1:54 Training like an Olympian

5:34 Acrobatics and performance

7:34 Zone 2 training benefits

11:15 Preparing for ultramarathons

13:02 Starting ultramarathons

16:30 Walking 100,000 steps

18:06 Recovery from endurance events

21:22 Strength during endurance

22:59 Defining true strength

26:25 Turkish getups and control

28:07 Hard work vs talent

31:14 Protein diversity for muscle

32:49 Gymnastics for balance

36:00 Yoga builds strength

37:34 Yoga for focus

41:06 Balance for strength

42:44 Arm positions for lifts

45:47 Stability prevents injuries

47:31 Functional strength tips

50:59 Stability in heavy lifting

52:39 Home exercises for stability

56:08 Balancing strength and flexibility

57:45 Intentional strength training

1:00:58 Gradual strength progress

1:02:27 Calisthenics skill-building

1:05:38 Picking the right weight

1:07:14 Learning from mentors

1:10:27 Emotional focus in fitness

1:12:01 Emotional resilience training

1:15:23 Conflict and communication

1:17:10 Expanding emotional vocabulary

1:20:18 Relaxation aids strength

1:22:07 Stress impacts progress

1:25:29 Disconnect to refocus

1:27:07 Planning record lifts

1:30:20 Water bike adventures

1:31:56 Knee sleeves for support

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Power Project EP. 39 - Nsima Inyang

Power Project EP. 39 - Nsima Inyang

Today's guest is Nsima "The Natty Professor" Inyang. Nsima is an elite Powerlifter with a 1777 total. He is an online coach at breakthebar.com and been with Super Training for three years. Re-Watch the Live Stream Here: https://youtu.be/7tiAKbrrIKY ➢Subscribe Rate & Review on iTunes at: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/mark-bells-power-project/id1341346059?mt=2 ➢Listen on Stitcher Here: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/mark-bells-power-project?refid=stpr ➢Listen on Google Play here: https://play.google.com/music/m/Izf6a3gudzyn66kf364qx34cctq?t=Mark_Bells_Power_Project ➢Listen on SoundCloud Here: https://soundcloud.com/markbellspowerproject ➢SHOP NOW: https://markbellslingshot.com/ FOLLOW Mark Bell ➢ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marksmellybell ➢ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarkBellSuperTraining ➢ Twitter: https://twitter.com/marksmellybell ➢ Snapchat: marksmellybell Follow The Power Project Podcast ➢ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/MarkBellsPowerProject Podcast Produced by Andrew Zaragoza ➢ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamandrewz

19 Apr 20182h 1min

Power Project EP. 38 - Stan Efferding

Power Project EP. 38 - Stan Efferding

Stan "The Rhino" Efferding, the strongest body builder in the world, inventor of The Kooler and founder of The "Vertical Diet". Re-Watch the Live Stream here: https://youtu.be/tN_fAR2ayEA ➢Subscribe Rate & Review on iTunes at: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/mark-bells-power-project/id1341346059?mt=2 ➢Listen on Stitcher Here: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/mark-bells-power-project?refid=stpr ➢Listen on Google Play here: https://play.google.com/music/m/Izf6a3gudzyn66kf364qx34cctq?t=Mark_Bells_Power_Project ➢Listen on SoundCloud Here: https://soundcloud.com/user-921692324 ➢SHOP NOW: https://markbellslingshot.com/ FOLLOW Mark Bell ➢ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marksmellybell ➢ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarkBellSuperTraining ➢ Twitter: https://twitter.com/marksmellybell ➢ Snapchat: marksmellybell Follow The Power Project Podcast ➢ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/MarkBellsPowerProject Podcast Produced by Andrew Zaragoza ➢ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamandrewz

18 Apr 20182h 2min

Power Project EP. 37 - Eddie Hall

Power Project EP. 37 - Eddie Hall

We were live with the only man on the planet to deadlift over 1100lbs, the World's Strongest Man Eddie Hall. Eddie joins Mark Bell's Power Project via phone. Re-Watch the Live Steam here: https://youtu.be/X1qO4mCBt-Y ➢Subscribe Rate & Review on iTunes at: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/mark-bells-power-project/id1341346059?mt=2 ➢Listen on Stitcher Here: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/mark-bells-power-project?refid=stpr ➢Listen on Google Play here: https://play.google.com/music/m/Izf6a3gudzyn66kf364qx34cctq?t=Mark_Bells_Power_Project ➢Listen on SoundCloud Here: https://soundcloud.com/user-921692324 ➢SHOP NOW: https://markbellslingshot.com/ FOLLOW Mark Bell ➢ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marksmellybell ➢ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarkBellSuperTraining ➢ Twitter: https://twitter.com/marksmellybell ➢ Snapchat: marksmellybell Follow The Power Project Podcast ➢ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/MarkBellsPowerProject Podcast Produced by Andrew Zaragoza ➢ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamandrewz

17 Apr 20181h 5min

Power Project EP. 36 - Margaux Alvarez

Power Project EP. 36 - Margaux Alvarez

Today were LIVE with 5x Crossfit Games Athlete Margaux Alvarez. She is a Small Business Owner, Rogue Fitness, Athex & FNX Fit Athlete and Winemaker. Re-Watch the Live Stream Here: https://youtu.be/QB2M_fUGxqk ➢Subscribe Rate & Review on iTunes at: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/mark-bells-power-project/id1341346059?mt=2 ➢Listen on Stitcher Here: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/mark-bells-power-project?refid=stpr ➢Listen on Google Play here: https://play.google.com/music/m/Izf6a3gudzyn66kf364qx34cctq?t=Mark_Bells_Power_Project ➢Listen on SoundCloud Here: https://soundcloud.com/user-921692324 ➢SHOP NOW: https://markbellslingshot.com/ FOLLOW Mark Bell ➢ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marksmellybell ➢ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarkBellSuperTraining ➢ Twitter: https://twitter.com/marksmellybell ➢ Snapchat: marksmellybell

16 Apr 20181h 22min

10 Minute Walk Talk - Steve Gentili

10 Minute Walk Talk - Steve Gentili

We had Elite Powerlifter Steve Gentili in the house. Mark Bell was on vacation so Smokey and Andrew had to fill in for the big guy. Steve gives us a few tips on benching and talks about life before YouTube. ➢Subscribe Rate & Review on iTunes at: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/mark-bells-power-project/id1341346059?mt=2 ➢Listen on Stitcher Here: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/mark-bells-power-project?refid=stpr ➢Listen on Google Play here: https://play.google.com/music/m/Izf6a3gudzyn66kf364qx34cctq?t=Mark_Bells_Power_Project ➢Listen on SoundCloud Here: https://soundcloud.com/markbellspowerproject ➢SHOP NOW: https://markbellslingshot.com/ FOLLOW Mark Bell ➢ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marksmellybell ➢ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarkBellSuperTraining ➢ Twitter: https://twitter.com/marksmellybell ➢ Snapchat: marksmellybell

13 Apr 201816min

The Longest 10 Minute Walk Talk

The Longest 10 Minute Walk Talk

We set out to record a 10 Minute Walk and ended up podcasting for about two hours with special surprise guest, Nico Lozada. About 20 minutes in we broke for a few seconds, but came right back to keep recording. Anything can happen when you shoot live from the hip. Re-Watch the Live Stream here: https://youtu.be/aWbzSNfiaqA ➢Subscribe Rate & Review on iTunes at: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/mark-bells-power-project/id1341346059?mt=2 ➢Listen on Stitcher Here: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/mark-bells-power-project?refid=stpr ➢Listen on Google Play here: https://play.google.com/music/m/Izf6a3gudzyn66kf364qx34cctq?t=Mark_Bells_Power_Project ➢Listen on SoundCloud Here: https://soundcloud.com/user-921692324 ➢SHOP NOW: https://markbellslingshot.com/ FOLLOW Mark Bell ➢ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marksmellybell ➢ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarkBellSuperTraining ➢ Twitter: https://twitter.com/marksmellybell ➢ Snapchat: marksmellybell

12 Apr 20181h 54min

Power Project EP. 33 - Ben Greenfield

Power Project EP. 33 - Ben Greenfield

Ben is a Coach, author, speaker, obstacle course athlete, founder and CEO of Kion. Ben was in Sacramento for the Tough Mudder X Race which took place after this episode. Re-Watch the Live Stream here: https://youtu.be/P1Zf8H102aM ➢Subscribe Rate & Review on iTunes at: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/mark-bells-power-project/id1341346059?mt=2 ➢Listen on Stitcher Here: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/mark-bells-power-project?refid=stpr ➢Listen on Google Play here: https://play.google.com/music/m/Izf6a3gudzyn66kf364qx34cctq?t=Mark_Bells_Power_Project ➢Listen on SoundCloud Here: https://soundcloud.com/user-921692324 ➢SHOP NOW: https://markbellslingshot.com/ FOLLOW Mark Bell ➢ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marksmellybell ➢ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarkBellSuperTraining ➢ Twitter: https://twitter.com/marksmellybell ➢ Snapchat: marksmellybell

11 Apr 20181h 51min

Power Project EP. 32 - Sacramento Kings Head Strength Coach Ramsey Nijem

Power Project EP. 32 - Sacramento Kings Head Strength Coach Ramsey Nijem

We went Live with the Sacramento Kings Head Strength Coach, Ramsey Nijen. Ramsey studied at UCSB where he earned his BA, Cal State Fullerton where he earned his MS in Kinesiology and Sports Performance and is finishing his Doctorate of Science in Human and Sports performance and Health. In short, he knows what he's talking about. Ramsey has worked for the Sacramento Kings for the passed four years and is one of the youngest Strength Coaches in the entire NBA. Re-Watch the Live Stream here: https://youtu.be/6HWJW5kofUM ➢Subscribe Rate & Review on iTunes at: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/mark-bells-power-project/id1341346059?mt=2 ➢Listen on Stitcher Here: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/mark-bells-power-project?refid=stpr ➢Listen on Google Play here: https://play.google.com/music/m/Izf6a3gudzyn66kf364qx34cctq?t=Mark_Bells_Power_Project ➢Listen on SoundCloud Here: https://soundcloud.com/user-921692324 ➢SHOP NOW: https://markbellslingshot.com/ FOLLOW Mark Bell ➢ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marksmellybell ➢ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarkBellSuperTraining ➢ Twitter: https://twitter.com/marksmellybell ➢ Snapchat: marksmellybell

9 Apr 20181h 6min

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