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The Better Man Podcast

The Better Man Podcast

Di: Dean Pohlman
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 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 Igiene e vita sana Successo personale Sviluppo personale
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  • 162: How To Navigate Coming Out Late In Life with David Cotton

    162: How To Navigate Coming Out Late In Life with David Cotton
    Feb 20 2026
    Coming out is never easy. Despite the societal progress we've made culturally, there is a large swath of men who would, quite literally, rather be hit by a truck than come out. This pressure, if you feel it, only compounds with age. Especially if you're also married to a woman and have kids, like today's guest David was. David didn't come out until his late 50s - after a successful career in the U.S. Air Force as Brigadier General, after being married to a beautiful woman, and after having kids. The truth was, he had always wondered and had inklings about his true self. But he buried them and focused on his career and parenthood. But after his kids moved out, he couldn't wear the three-foot mask over his true self any longer. Coming out was one of the hardest things he's ever done. And it completely changed his personality. He went from being an introvert to an extrovert, and he uses his real personality to help other men who are coming out late. If you've been struggling with whether or not you're gay - or you just want to learn more about what gay men go through so you can be more compassionate and empathetic, listen now. Here's what David and I discuss: Why it's never actually too "late" to come out (even though it might feel like it) Why "letting people in" instead of "coming out" can make it easier How to better navigate coming out (especially if you're married and have kids) And more, including… Why the BEST way to improve your mental health is by moving your physical body (4:40) How to better handle coming out later in life (even if you've already married a woman and have had kids like David) (8:16) How cultural and subconscious homophobia can delay your coming out (14:30) Why letting your loved ones "in" (instead of "coming out") makes these tough conversations easier and less daunting (15:31) Dr. Joe Kort's (a sex therapist) "Beach Test" that can help confused men decide if they're gay or not (24:57) How finally accepting yourself as gay can alter your entire personality (David lived his life as an introvert until he came out) (26:16) The strange way your repressed fears get projected onto others (David first noticed this as the U.S. Air Force Brigadier General - where being gay could get him fired back then) (44:01) Guest Bio: David Cotton is a certified life transition & personal development life coach, retired U.S. Air Force Brigadier General, and former corporate executive who now dedicates his life to helping others step into their truth and live with intention. After decades of living in alignment with expectations rather than identity, David came out as a gay man later in life — a transformational experience that fuels his passion for guiding others through life's biggest transitions. David specializes in coaching men who are coming out later in life, as well as individuals of all backgrounds seeking clarity, courage, and authenticity in the face of personal change. His coaching practice is rooted in deep empathy, strategic reflection, and a belief that it's never too late to become the person you were always meant to be. He is also the creator and host of Out Late With David, a podcast that amplifies powerful, heartfelt stories of people who have come out later in life — often after years of silence or living in the shadows. Through real conversations and unflinching honesty, David offers listeners hope, insight, and a sense of belonging. Based in Palm Springs, California, David brings warmth, wisdom, and just the right touch of wit to his coaching, his podcast, and every life he touches. Resources mentioned in this episode: 1. David Cotton Coaching: Whether you're transitioning through a tough period in your life (like coming out) or you just want to get more out of your life, David's coaching might be able to help. Learn more here: LINK 2. Out Late with David Podcast: While coming out (especially "late") is never easy, hearing other men share their stories helps. That's what Out Late with David is about. Listen to it here: 3. Find more of David's Coming Out Resources: If you want more resources for coming out, check out David's Linktree here: https://linktr.ee/davidacotton 4. 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 5. Man Flow Yoga: Haven't signed up yet? 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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  • 161: The "Core 4" Weight Loss Starter Kit (The Simplest Way To Lose Weight) with Certified Nutrition Coach, Brooks Coleman

    161: The "Core 4" Weight Loss Starter Kit (The Simplest Way To Lose Weight) with Certified Nutrition Coach, Brooks Coleman
    Feb 13 2026
    If you're frustrated and overwhelmed by the sheer volume of weight loss information that exists on social media, then today's "Core 4" Weight Loss Starter Kit is the antidote. It's the simplest weight loss strategy that actually works. And it's something the world desperately needs because more than 90% of people who lose weight gain it all back within a few years! Not because they're lazy or broken or lack the necessary willpower. But because they don't have a simple and reliable plan like the "Core 4" strategy. Most weight loss strategies are too complex, too "in the weeds," and too focused on "stepping over dollars to pick up pennies." And there's too much conflicting weight loss advice that causes frustration, confusion, overwhelm, and weight gain. The "Core 4" principles give you the simplest recipe for losing weight in the next 30 to 60 days. It might not be easy, but it will be simple. Today's guest, Certified Nutrition Coach Brooks Coleman, created the "Core 4" strategy in a direct attempt to make weight loss simpler and less confusing. Brooks and I break down his "Core 4" strategy so you can understand what to focus on rather than getting stuck and focusing on things that sound cool but don't move the needle on your scale. If you've struggled to lose weight (or keep weight off after losing it), hit play. Here's what Brooks and I discuss: The extremely simple (but not easy) "Core 4" weight loss strategy that will help you look and feel better in 30 to 60 days (3:42) Why muscle is the "compound interest" of exercise (21:19) The dead-simple 2-part recipe for sustainable weight loss (12:38) Create your own "Core 4" Blueprint at (41:56) - I recommend taking notes here, so you actually implement the "Core 4" principles And more, including… The insidious and pervasive "stepping over dollars to pick up pennies" weight loss mistake that causes confusion, overwhelm, and weight gain (3:22) Why do so many men gain weight by eating healthy foods? A Certified Nutrition Coach explains at (5:16) Here's the "secret" behind why cutting carbs and fasting work so well for weight loss (7:07) Why exercising with the "fat burning mindset" is the wrong way to approach weight loss (and why a step counter in the BEST fat burning machine) (10:15) 3 scientific reasons the step counter is the single most overlooked health tool available (11:29) The dead-simple two part recipe for weight loss (12:38) How burning a lot of calories in the gym, particularly with cardio-based workouts, actually makes sustained weight loss more difficult (14:09) Why the calories burned from walking throughout the day "mean" more to your metabolism than the calories burned from a high intensity workout (15:17) Why your body prefers to lose muscle over fat (and why strength training is required if you want to look lean and strong after losing weight instead of looking skinny fat) (18:39) How muscle is the "compound interest" of exercise (21:19) The ONLY macronutrient you need to track (if you dial this one in, you can ignore the other two) (23:42) The counterintuitive way dialing in your diet allows you more leeway to enjoy sweet treats and salty snacks (38:12) Guest Bio: Brooks Coleman is a Certified Nutrition coach with 8 years in the industry. After spending 10 years trying to improve his health and body, falling prey to the binge and restrict, Yo-Yo diet fads all over the internet, he decided to take things into his own hands. He quit his job in corporate America to work in an exercise physiology lab and learn how to truly read and interpret research. There he gained experience in personal training, metabolic testing, and body composition analysis. Finding out what actually works, he found himself obsessing and losing balance with his routine...dedicating every waking moment to maximize his results. It worked, but the rest of his life was suffering. He wasn't balanced. This led him to focus on the biggest levers that allowed him to get 80-90% of the results with much less obsession...so it actually would benefit other parts of his life. In 2022, he started DataFit and has since helped over 300 clients lose fat, build muscle and get fit for life in a sustainable way. Precision Nutrition Level 1 Nutrition Coach Renaissance Periodization Nutrition Coach Certified Metabolic Flexibility Coach Certified Mindset & Behavior Change Coach Resources mentioned in this episode: 1. 4 Week Fat Loss Challenge: If you're a busy professional that wants to drop 5-10 pounds of body fat in the next 30 days, Brooks set up a free challenge exclusively for you and the Man Flow Yoga audience. Join the challenge here: https://datafit.net/challenge?el=mfy 2. Follow Brooks on Instagram: @CoachBrooksColeman. 3. Block Blue Light: If you want the same Blue Light Blocking Glasses I use (and you want to save some coin on your purchase), use ...
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  • 160: How to Make Managing Diabetes Easier with Diabetic Dietitian, Ben Tzeel

    160: How to Make Managing Diabetes Easier with Diabetic Dietitian, Ben Tzeel
    Feb 6 2026

    If you want to make managing your diabetes easier or if you are curious about how diabetes alters your life, today's guest, Ben Tzeel (founder of Your Diabetes Insider) is one of the leading experts in diabetes.

    When Ben was 7 years old, he was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes, and it altered the course of his life. Back then, people didn't believe that diabetics could participate in sports or even be active without extreme risk.

    As Ben lived with this condition for his entire life, he defied many of the expectations that were put on him at a young age. He also wanted to help other diabetics like him actually be understood by their dietitians and doctors.

    That's what led him to creating Your Diabetes Insider - a healthcare and nutrition practice where everyone on his team is also a dietitian with diabetes.

    (He's also a strength coach in addition to being a dietitian.)

    Anyway, here's what Ben and I discuss in today's episode:

    • What's the difference between prediabetes, type 1 diabetes, and type 2 diabetes?

    • The #1 most important metric diabetics must know and keep in balance (or they could die).

    • How diabetes affects muscle growth, mobility, quality of life, and more

    • And the best ways to exercise with diabetes

    Listen now.

    The highlights include:

    • How Ben defied the expectations of his doctors, his parents, and himself after being diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at 7 years old. (2:21)

    • Why Ben created a "Dietitians with Diabetes" service. (Growing up, there was a stigma all doctors had that barred kids with diabetes from playing sports or even being active. Ben's Your Diabetes Insider is his response to nobody truly understanding what life's like with diabetes.) (3:45)

    • Why people with diabetes have to make an extra 180 decisions per day. (8:28)

    • How Covid (and other viruses) might trigger a dormant gene in the body that causes type 1 diabetes to develop. (15:01)

    • An incredible story about how insulin saved lives that's easy to overlook today because it's been around for so long. (Before insulin, a type 1 diabetes diagnosis meant you had only 3 to 12 months to live.)

    • Why ignoring a prediabetes diagnosis can mean you're on insulin for the rest of your life. (And how to adjust your lifestyle after prediabetes to avoid full-blown type 2 diabetes.) (19:29)

    • How globs of sugar can "stick" to your joints if you have diabetes (particularly type 1) and undermine your mobility. (The good news? Yoga appears to be one of the best ways to exercise with diabetes.) (21:53)

    • Why a trained dog is the fastest "technology" for detecting low blood sugar (dogs are much faster and more accurate than the latest continuous glucose monitor technology). (33:13)

    • The best way to build muscle with diabetes from a registered dietitian and strength coach with type 1 diabetes. (45:48)



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    Resources mentioned in this episode:

    1. 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

    2. Man Flow Yoga: Haven't signed up yet? 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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