The Upgrade w/ Ben Craughwell
Welcome to The Upgrade with Ben Craughwell. On this podcast, you’ll hear how to upgrade your physique and performance, and the many failures and lessons Ben has learned along the way.
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Episodes

4 days ago
4 days ago
30 min
Most men don’t struggle because they don’t know they should train, eat better or move more. They struggle because knowing what to do and actually doing it consistently are two completely different things.
In this episode, Ben breaks down 10 reasons why having a coach can completely change your results.

Sep 8, 2026
Sep 8, 2026
15 min
The Wolverine Stack has become one of the most talked-about peptide protocols for recovery, injury support and tissue repair.
In this episode, Ben will break down what the stack actually is.
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Aug 31, 2026
Aug 31, 2026
22 min
In this episode, Ben explains the main reasons why you're not making progress with fat loss and muscle gain, and how to fix it.

Aug 24, 2026
Aug 24, 2026
27 min
In this episode, Ben breaks down the 7 biggest mistakes men over 40 make when trying to build muscle and get lean.
If you’re training consistently, eating reasonably well, and still feel like you look softer, smaller, or more average than the amount of effort you’re putting in, one of these mistakes could be the reason.

Aug 16, 2026
Aug 16, 2026
14 min
In this episode, Ben breaks down why working with a personal trainer does not always lead to the result you expected.
He explains where the traditional model often falls short, what may be missing from your current approach, and why training harder is not always the answer when your nutrition, accountability and overall strategy are not properly aligned.

Aug 9, 2026
Aug 9, 2026
13 min
In this episode, Ben breaks down why your body fat may not be dropping as quickly as you expected and the common factors that could be slowing your progress.
You’ll learn how to identify what is actually holding you back, what adjustments may be needed, and how to avoid making the process harder than it needs to be.

Aug 2, 2026
Aug 2, 2026
20 min
In this episode, Ben breaks down seven nutrition mistakes he made during his own journey, why they held him back, and what he would do differently now.
From overcomplicating the basics to following approaches that were never sustainable, these lessons could save you months of wasted effort and make getting lean far more straightforward.

Jul 28, 2026
Jul 28, 2026
11 min
In this episode, Ben breaks down the mindset adjustment that makes fat loss feel far more straightforward, helps you stop relying on motivation, and keeps you moving forward when progress slows.
A simple concept, but one that could completely change the way you approach getting lean

Jul 20, 2026
Jul 20, 2026
10 min
Getting shredded is not about cutting out carbs, following a restrictive meal plan or guessing how little you can eat.
In this episode, Ben explains how to calculate the calories and macros you actually need to lose body fat while maintaining muscle, strength and performance. He breaks down how to set your calorie target, determine your protein, carbohydrate and fat intake, and adjust the numbers based on your weekly progress.

Jul 17, 2026
Jul 17, 2026
12 min
AI is making your life easier, faster and more efficient. But it may also be making you fatter, weaker and less capable.


