Most people are chasing the wrong version of strength and paying for it with pain, poor movement, and a body that breaks down faster than it should. In this episode, Dr. Gabrielle Lyon sits down with Mark Bell, elite powerlifter, entrepreneur, and founder of Slingshot, to discuss:Why strength training is essential at every age but most people are defining "strength" too narrowlyHow modern life has created an "exercise deficiency," and why artificial exercise is the only fixThe truth about fat, protein, and the biggest nutrition mistakes holding people back from lasting weight lossThe emerging peptide and drug landscape, and what it means for the future of health optimizationWhy forcing your kids to move isn't cruelty, it's one of the most protective things you can do as a parentWhether you're 25 or 75, this episode will challenge how you think about movement, muscle, and what it actually means to be strong physically and mentally.Thank you to our sponsors:OneSkin - Get 15% off with code DRLYON — https://bit.ly/4tZnOpkAmp - Get your AI-powered at-home gym for smarter personalized training — https://bit.ly/41BvjXjBranch Basics - Get 15% off the Premium Starter Kit with the code DRLYON — https://bit.ly/4eu4Mm8BodyHealth - Get 20% off your first order with the code LYON 20 — https://bit.ly/4etWlr5Explore More from Dr. Gabrielle LyonPremium Podcast Subscription: Ad-free episodes, key takeaway summaries, exclusive Q&A, and behind-the-scenes content — https://foreverstrong.supercast.comWeekly newsletter: Recipes, podcast updates, and practical weekly insights — https://drgabriellelyon.com/sign-up/Apply to become a patient: Personalized care with Dr. Lyon's clinical team — https://drgabriellelyon.com/new-patient-inquiry/Find Mark Bell at:https://www.instagram.com/marksmellybell/https://www.youtube.com/@MarkBellSuperTrainingSlingshot: https://originmaine.com/Connect with Dr. Gabrielle LyonInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drgabriellelyon/TikTok: @drgabriellelyonX (Twitter): https://x.com/drgabriellelyonFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/doctorgabriellelyonChapters00:00 – Introduction02:48 – Mark Bell's Motto07:00 – Mind-Body Strength Connection10:45 – Wrestling > Powerlifting > Entrepreneurship Journey17:37 – Rationale of Goals22:04 – Effects of Consistency and Efficiency in Training32:55 – Recommended Training and Lifestyle Modalities37:32 – Artificial Exercise vs. Exercise Deficiency37:47 – "Artificial Exercise" and "Exercise Deficiency"39:36 – Impact of Physical Activity in Children44:57 – Biggest Mistake in Weight Loss50:46 – Overconsumption is a Problem53:17 – Era of GLP-1, Peptides, and Steroids1:02:28 – Training to Decrease Mortality1:03:33 – Cancer Research Updates1:04:36 – Collective Research on Supplementation1:16:50 – Influencing Children to Engage in Physical ActivitiesShare This Episode If you found this episode valuable, share it with someone who would benefit from it.Disclaimers: This episode includes paid sponsorships.The Dr. Gabrielle Lyon Podcast and YouTube are for general information purposes only and do not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing, or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice, and no doctor/patient relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast, YouTube, or materials linked from this podcast or YouTube is at the user's own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professional for any such conditions.