Garage Gym Athlete

858 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 days ago - ★★★★★ - 479 ratings

Welcome to the Garage Gym Athlete podcast, where we explore the world of functional fitness and performance training in the home gym. Join us as we talk to coaches, athletes, and experts about their experiences in building strength, endurance, and athleticism outside the traditional gym setting. In addition to sharing practical tips and strategies, we'll also delve into the latest scientific research on topics like exercise physiology, nutrition, and recovery to help you optimize your training and achieve your best results. Whether you're a seasoned garage gym veteran or just getting started on your fitness journey, this podcast is for you. So if you're ready to unleash your inner athlete and take control of your training, tune in to the Garage Gym Athlete podcast.

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Episodes

What a Well-Rounded Program Looks Like

January 23, 2023 10:00 - 27 minutes - 50.5 MB

This week we are looking at how we program at Garage Gym Athlete, specifically our Hard to Kill program. This is our most rell rounded and balanced strength and conditionong program. So this is a behind the scenes look at all of the areas we program and how it all fits together.

Eccentric Training vs Concentric Training

January 20, 2023 10:00 - 11 minutes - 9.04 MB

Eccentric training is typically not very fun, but is it worth it more than concentric? where does it fit?

The Real Reason to Take on Hard Physical Challenges - Interview with Graham Dessert

January 16, 2023 10:00 - 39 minutes - 73.3 MB

In this episode, I sit with Graham Dessert, a seasoned athlete, and adventurer, to discuss the real reasons why people take on hard physical challenges. From pushing past personal limits to testing the limits of human endurance, Graham shares his insights and experiences on what drives him to tackle some of the toughest physical feats. He also shares his tips for anyone looking to take on their own hard physical challenges and what it takes to succeed. Whether you're a seasoned athlete or ju...

174: Sauna Session Benefits for Athletes & Non-Athletes: White Blood Cells & Cortisol Levels Improved

January 09, 2023 10:00 - 40 minutes - 75.3 MB

This study investigated the impact of a single Finnish sauna (high temp) session on the white blood cell profile and cortisol levels of both athletes and non-athletes. The results indicated that a sauna session can have beneficial effects on these markers of health and well-being. If you want to find out more about the potential benefits of sauna use and how it can improve your overall health, listen to this episode!

Setting Goals in 2023 Through the Lens of the Self Determination Theory

January 02, 2023 10:00 - 31 minutes - 58.8 MB

Most people are throwing goal-setting out the window in 2023! But why? Most people don't suck at setting goals, and they don't suck at achieving goals. The real struggle is understanding your psyche enough to set and achieve even your most ambitious goals. Today, we look at the science from the Self Determination Theory to uncover the true secret to achieving your goals. Today's referenced studies: "Self-Determination Theory: A Macrotheory of Human Motivation, Development, and Health" by...

Should Velocity Determine Your Volume?

December 30, 2022 10:00 - 13 minutes - 10.5 MB

We talk a lot about velocity and dynamic efforts, but can you train with that determining your load?

Daily Over Decades, New Training Cycle, and Plans for 2023

December 26, 2022 10:00 - 26 minutes - 20.9 MB

To end this year Jerred breifly talks about the Daily Over Decades challenge, next cycle programming and some future plans and teasers for 2023.

How Much Does Bar Position Matter on the Squat?

December 23, 2022 10:00 - 10 minutes - 8.44 MB

This week we are looking at a study that compares low bar and high bar back squat. Which is better for you? The anwser may not be what you expect.

173: Can Hydrogen Water Increase Performance?

December 19, 2022 10:00 - 47 minutes - 88.1 MB

This weeks study is looking at hydrogen water and how it can affect athletic performance. The research on this will probably grow over time which is exciting because results are promising. Then we talk about how we talk to family about fitness and health.

Science Says Your Phone is Making You Fat

December 16, 2022 10:00 - 10 minutes - 8.4 MB

Phones make a lot of things easy, a little too easy?

172: Calculating Your Protein & Review of Limitless with Chris Hemsworth

December 12, 2022 10:00 - 58 minutes - 109 MB

This study is on protein and how much you actually need. When is the drop-off for the amount of protein for STRENGTH gains? It's not as much as people once thought. Then we watched and reviewed Limitless featuring Chris Hemsworth aka Thor. Overall we loved it but we dive much deeper into that show.

Do Your Genes Effect Caffeine Response?

December 09, 2022 10:00 - 9 minutes - 7.8 MB

Caffiene isnt just about a pick me up, there are a lot of benefits to caffiene. But do your genetics play a role?

171: Tutorial: How to Waste Money - Buy BCAAs (+ LIVER KING!!)

December 05, 2022 10:00 - 52 minutes - 97.9 MB

This week we are looking at supplements again with another study This one specifically on BCAA"s. Do you really ned them? Do they even work? Then we give our thoughts about Liver King using steroids and the influencer world in general.

How Strength Training Improves Hypertrophy

December 02, 2022 10:00 - 9 minutes - 7.9 MB

Strength and hypertrophy training are different, but they both complement each other.

11 Ways to Stay Motivated (when you just aren’t motivated)

November 28, 2022 10:00 - 35 minutes - 65.9 MB

This week Jerred is going over motivation an how to stay motivated.

170: What Increases Strength Endurance The Most?

November 21, 2022 10:00 - 50 minutes - 93.5 MB

this weeks study compares high rep training verses high load training for strength endurance. It seemed pretty simple so we take it a step further and talk more in-depth about strength endurance, absolute strength, and the entire strength continuum.

To Failure or Not to Failure, That is the Question

November 18, 2022 10:00 - 12 minutes - 10 MB

This weeks study is looking at if you should be training to failure or now.

169: How Does Pre Training Cardio Impact Muscle Growth?

November 14, 2022 10:00 - 56 minutes - 105 MB

This was a great study the team loved and compared how cardio and essentially blood flow can impact muscle growth and strength. This wasn't directly a concurrent training study but close.

Carb Rinsing For Strength

November 11, 2022 10:00 - 10 minutes - 8.43 MB

Have you tried carb rinsing? Have you heard of carb rinsing?

How We Fuel For Workouts

November 09, 2022 09:00 - 18 minutes - 33.7 MB

We recently covered a study on pre workout fuel, so here we talk about how we fuel for workouts.

168: Flexible Training Based On HRV GREAT For Endurance

November 07, 2022 09:00 - 52 minutes - 98.4 MB

This was a really great study and focus on enhance and paying attendant to your HRV. Really check this one out if you like to run, train endurance, or any conditioning.

Can Self Compassion Aid Your Progress?

November 04, 2022 09:00 - 11 minutes - 8.92 MB

Somethign to reflect on today, more mindset and preformance.

Weekly Team Updates!

November 03, 2022 09:00 - 23 minutes - 43.6 MB

See whats up with the team this week in training and life.

From Body Building To Concurrent Training With Travis Nix

November 02, 2022 09:00 - 22 minutes - 41.5 MB

This week we are talkng with long time athelre Travis Nix. It was interesting getting prespective from a competetive body builder who came to the functional fitness space of concurrent trianing.

167: Is More or Less Rest Better For Hypertrophy?

October 31, 2022 09:00 - 21 minutes - 40.2 MB

this week we are looking at rest time again but specifically looking at hypertrophy over time.

Impact of Sleep Duration on Performance

October 28, 2022 09:00 - 11 minutes - 9.24 MB

Sleep is crucial, but how does it effect performance exactly?

UPDATES From The Team!

October 27, 2022 09:00 - 20 minutes - 38.4 MB

We're trying out a new format where we do a update episode so if you never cared about our updates and just wanted the other content you can listen to it there.

Health Fads You Should AVOID

October 26, 2022 09:00 - 24 minutes - 45.4 MB

Its time to call BS on a bunch of fads and popular things in the health and fitness community that should be avoided.

166: Why Breaks From Training INCREASE Your Gains

October 24, 2022 09:00 - 15 minutes - 29.4 MB

We're talking deload again this week and more evidence on why its so important. This one target hormones and hypertrophy when you take a week rest after a cycle.

Prescribing Weights For Novice Lifters And Our Tips

October 21, 2022 09:00 - 14 minutes - 12 MB

How should you prescribe weight to those new to lifting?

Being Humble To Suck With Amy Lyman

October 19, 2022 09:00 - 25 minutes - 47.4 MB

This week we have Amy Lyman and this was such a great episode. Amy has a great story to tell from her volunteer fire fighter duty, to raising 6 kids, staying active and learnign to stuggle. Highly recommend this episode espeically for a look at mental toughness.