NBS #127: He Went From 300 lbs to Training Athletes — What He Learned About Health

Send us Fan MailWhy do so many people feel tired, inflamed, and disconnected from their health… even when they’re trying to do everything right?In this episode of the Never Been Sicker, Michael Rubino sits down with longevity coach and personal trainer Ruben to break down the real reasons behind declining health in modern society.From spending too much time indoors under artificial light to losing connection with movement, nature, and recovery, this conversation uncovers how our environment and lifestyle are quietly working against us.Ruben shares his personal story of going from 300 pounds and struggling with addiction to becoming a high-performance coach helping others reclaim their energy, strength, and purpose.Timestamps00:00 Introduction01:10 Ruben’s transformation (300 lbs to athlete)03:00 Why we’ve never been sicker04:30 Modern lifestyle vs human biology06:00 Biggest fitness myth08:30 Injury, fear, and setbacks11:00 The “knees over toes” breakthrough14:00 Why pain keeps getting worse17:00 How movement replaces bad habits19:00 Dopamine, addiction, and lifestyle21:30 Sedentary work reality23:30 How to start moving again25:00 Diet vs movement debate26:30 Sunlight, metabolism, and hunger28:30 The truth about abs31:00 Strength vs body fat32:00 Why “no pain, no gain” is wrong33:30 Where to find Ruben-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------🔵 Follow Ruben:Instagram: @physicalfreedomguyYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@physicalfreedomguyTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@physicalfreedomguy -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------🔵 My Favorite Cleaning Products: https://www.homecleanse.com/shop/🔵 Remediation FREE Consultation: https://www.homecleanse.com/contact/🔵 The Dust Test: https://www.thedusttest.comLearn More:https://www.themichaelrubino.com/ https://www.homecleanse.com/shopLet’s Connect...Website: https://www.themichaelrubino.com/contact/IG: https://www.instagram.com/themichaelrubino/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@themichaelrubinoFB: https://www.facebook.com/themichaelrubino/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/themichaelrubino/