In this high-energy episode of the What Are You Made Of?, host Mike "C-Roc" sits down with fitness and nutrition coach Karina Inkster to unpack what it truly means to live with conviction, compassion, and critical thinking.

Karina, author of five books, host of the No-B.S. Vegan, and a Masters graduate in Gerontology specializing in health and aging, shares how a childhood realization about her pet hamster sparked a lifelong commitment to ethical veganism. What began as an 11-year-old’s moral awakening evolved into a 23-year plant-based journey rooted not only in animal ethics, but also in climate action, evidence-based nutrition, and long-term health optimization.

Together, Mike "C-Roc" and Karina tackle the biggest myths in the fitness and wellness industry—from protein fears and muscle-building on a vegan diet to food industry conflicts of interest and the influence of marketing over science. Karina explains how strength, longevity, and performance are fully achievable on a plant-based diet when calories and protein are properly matched, and why skepticism—not cynicism—is essential in today’s social media-driven health culture.

With humor, honesty, and zero fluff, this conversation explores aging, muscle growth, Mediterranean vs. vegan diets, and the deeper question at the heart of it all: what are you made of when your values are tested?

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On this episode of the What Are You Made Of? show, host Mike "C-Roc" sits down with Ben Brown, founder of Body Systems, to unpack the mindset, discipline, and daily habits that have shaped him into the husband, father, coach, and high-performance consultant he is today.

From battling imposter syndrome while stepping into professional sports organizations to becoming a trusted nutrition and performance advisor for elite athletes and executives, Ben shares how network, preparation, and “walking the talk” built his credibility. He opens up about aging with intention, leading by example for his three kids, and why being physically fit isn’t vanity — it’s responsibility.

Ben also dives deep into the truth about willpower, why most people are draining their “battery” with constant decision-making, and how success in health and business comes down to systems — not motivation. Drawing from his work with organizations like the Golden State Warriors and the Arizona Diamondbacks, he explains why nutrition and lifestyle fundamentals still outperform flashy biohacks and why even professional athletes often overlook the basics.

If you’re a high achiever trying to optimize your body, performance, and longevity without burning out, this episode is a masterclass in discipline, strategy, and sustainable execution.

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In this episode of What Are You Made Of?, Mike “C-Roc” sits down with Maria Matarelli, Founder and CEO of Formula Ink, an international business consultancy helping leaders and organizations achieve higher performance through proven systems, strategy, and execution.

Maria shares how resilience shaped her journey—from working three jobs to put herself through college to managing multimillion-dollar budgets and leading large teams at just 22 years old. She opens up about delivering measurable results for Fortune 100 companies, why so many organizations struggle with execution, and how proven frameworks like Agile and Lean can turn complexity into clarity.

The conversation also dives into the personal side of success, including taking a million-dollar business loss, navigating betrayal, and embracing radical responsibility as the key to reclaiming power and momentum. Maria reflects on her global speaking career, a life-changing retreat in Bali that turned into a two-year reset, and how she now curates high-trust VIP networking events in Las Vegas that connect founders, investors, and creatives for meaningful growth.

This episode is a candid and inspiring look at resilience, ownership, and building results that truly last.

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