Garage Gym Athlete
858 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 days ago - ★★★★★ - 479 ratingsWelcome 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
Controlling Your Heart Rate and Extreme Consistency with Gabe Byars
May 20, 2021 09:00 - 37 minutes - 28.2 MBWe are back again with Gabe Byars. This is his second time on the podcast and the first time we skipped over some of his history but sure glad we got a chance to dive back in and hear about his heart issue when he was younger and how he overcame being told he cant workout.
MURPH Progression Tips For Newer Athletes
May 19, 2021 09:00 - 14 minutes - 11.4 MBThis week we wanted to give some of our tips for progressing in murph and how you can succeed in completing your first murph, or first time with a vest. We have done this workout a ton and so have our athletes. So if you are interested in completing this for the first time or improving from the last time, check this episode out.
97: How Allergy Meds Are Blocking Your Exercise Response
May 17, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 48.1 MBThis weeks study was very interesting and great for those who habitually take antihistamines. This study examined how taking antihistamines is blocking the inflammatory response your body produces when exercising and therefore stunting your results and fitness. They tested a lot of markers so definitely check this out if you are someone with allergies. Then the team talks about what all of our trigger words are.
How Mental Training Increases Gains
May 14, 2021 09:00 - 18 minutes - 15 MBCan gains be in your head? If your head is more dialed in when you workout, you could see greater benefits. Check out this study discussion for more.
Finding a Doc, Hemorrhoids, Blood Tests, & Training Sick with Christopher A. Morrissey, DO FACOS
May 13, 2021 09:00 - 41 minutes - 29.9 MBWe have something new this week and its something we have wanted to do for a while. We have many medical professionals in our community so we wanted to sit down with one and answer some of our community questions from a doctors perspective and with their knowledge. We read a lot of studies but are not trained as medical professionals. So this is the first round of Q&A with a doctor who has been on this podcast as an athlete and has gone through our coaching course.
At Home Sauna Options and DIY Advice
May 12, 2021 09:00 - 8 minutes - 6.56 MBJerred has had several saunas at home. This week he's talking about his past ones and his few DIY projects, then shared why he sprung for a full barrel sauna.
96: A Nail In The Coffin For Keto?
May 10, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 46.1 MBWe are always looking to get better here. Healthier, more fit, performing more optimally. This week we are looking at study that compares strength and performance between keto (extremely low carb) verses high carb. There are some takeaways on both sides but for performance, keto may not be the best. Then we give our top 3 nutrition tips
Are Supplements In Our Head?
May 07, 2021 09:00 - 17 minutes - 13.7 MBThis weeks study recap we are looking at how supplements actually effect us and which are junk.
A Focus on Consistency and Flexibility with Daniel font
May 06, 2021 09:00 - 24 minutes - 18 MBThis week Jerred is sitting down with Daniel Font and how he stays consistent. Also, we will now be posting these Thursday episodes video on our YouTube challenge so if you want to see our athlete and their garages, head over there.
How Do We Deal With Imposter Syndrome?
May 05, 2021 09:00 - 11 minutes - 8.91 MBThis week we get a little deeper and were asked about imposter syndrome. Have you ever dealt with imposter syndrome? Ever feel like others perception of you doesn't match up to your own perception of you or how you feel?
95: Stretching to Increase Performance and Sugar Crush
May 03, 2021 09:00 - 57 minutes - 43.8 MBThis week study we are looking at how just a little bit of stretching can lead to strength and power gains. Usually when we look at strength it has to do with recovery and injury prevention but there is performance to be gained as well. Then its this months book review, which is Sugar Crush. We have a lot of varying thoughts on this but some great take aways as well.
Training To Live Longer
April 30, 2021 09:00 - 16 minutes - 13.4 MBThis week we are looking back to a study on how to train for the long term, not the short.
Overcoming Adversity Through Fitness with Mark Campbell
April 29, 2021 09:00 - 33 minutes - 26.5 MBThis week Jerred and Joe are chatting with Mark Campbell. He has some great insight and obstacles in his fitness he has overcame to check out this interview.
Why Wouldn't You Try MURPH Burner Program?
April 28, 2021 09:00 - 8 minutes - 6.63 MBThis week we are reversing things and we ask the question "why wouldn't you join Murph Burner program?" and then provide a list of (sarcastic) reasons why one wouldn't want to try this Murph Burner program. And for those of you who don't know, the Murph Burner program is a 4 week program dedicated to preparing for the Murph workout coming on Memorial Day and 100% of sales will go to the Social Operations Warrior Foundation.
Why To Do Cluster Sets & The MURPH Burner Program
April 26, 2021 09:00 - 56 minutes - 42.5 MBWe are talking about cluster sets again this week but with a systematic review. We also go into how and why to best do cluster sets. Then we have the Murph Burner programing coming up starting next week! So if you are interested in a program to help with the Murph workout or a bodyweight program check this out.
94: Why To Do Cluster Sets & The MURPH Burner Program
April 26, 2021 09:00 - 56 minutes - 42.5 MBWe are talking about cluster sets again this week but with a systematic review. We also go into how and why to best do cluster sets. Then we have the Murph Burner programing coming up starting next week! So if you are interested in a program to help with the Murph workout or a bodyweight program check this out.
Carbohydrate Rinsing
April 23, 2021 09:00 - 12 minutes - 10.3 MBWe are diving back into some studies we first covered on the Garage Gym Athlete podcast. Here is the first time we looked at carb rinsing.
The Murph Cast Episode 2
April 22, 2021 09:00 - 43 minutes - 34.9 MBWe are back with the Murph crew! They are almost finished with their 52 weeks of Murph so we check in on how they are doing and how they feel about being so close to finishing.
Kilimanjaro vs Garage Gym Athlete
April 21, 2021 09:00 - 19 minutes - 15.3 MBThis weeks Ask Me Anything Jerred asks Joe all about his recent climb of Kilimanjaro. Joe shares his experience, how he succeed and anything else Jerred decided to ask. If you have thought about doing this trek or any other mountain trek you should definitely check out this episode.
93: Skipping Breakfast & Dealing with Negativity
April 19, 2021 09:00 - 54 minutes - 41 MBThis week we are looking at a systematic review on if skipping breakfast will effect your BMI and wight gain. This was fairly insightful but with more nutrition studies and topics, it doesn't even scratch the surface. Check out what we all have to say on the matter. Then we are talking about negativity and how we deal with it. Negativity is everywhere especially on social media, so how do we handle it?
How To Turn Your Consciousness Off Autopilot
April 16, 2021 09:00 - 8 minutes - 7.16 MBTalking with Dr. Dan Siegel today and how to Turn Your Consciousness Off Autopilot.
Enter the Matrix with Theo Burgess
April 15, 2021 09:00 - 31 minutes - 25.4 MBWe are talking with Theo and his awesome garage gym he set up and customized today. If you are in our group you know him as the guy with the Matrix graphic in his gym. So we talk about his training and being a coach.
How We Program Hypertrophy
April 14, 2021 09:00 - 5 minutes - 4.7 MBThis week we were asking how hypertrophy fits into our programming. We are mostly concerned with strength and performance, but hypertrophy has a place and we make sure to include it in our programming.
92: Does CBD Oil Reduce Soreness and Inflammation?
April 12, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 53.7 MBWe have had athlete ask many times about if CBD oil is good for recovery so we are finally getting into a study. Sadly as of right now it doesn't look like CBD oil can help with soreness and recovery but that doesn't mean there aren't great uses for it. We talk about that more in-depth today. And its also book review time. This months book is Dirty Genes. This one we had a lot of things to say about, both good and note worthy so check it out.
Where To Get The Right Test For Your Gut
April 09, 2021 09:00 - 9 minutes - 7.76 MBWe are back talking with Evan Brand and his advice on where to get the right test for your gut and what to know when testing your gut for bacteria.
Driveways, Carports, and Sauna Gyms with Tyler Robertson
April 08, 2021 09:00 - 20 minutes - 16.5 MBJerred and Joe are talking with Tyler Robertson this week and all of his training areas. Dealing with different elements and even training in a sauna.
When You Should Train Hypertrophy Vs Strength
April 07, 2021 09:00 - 8 minutes - 6.48 MBThis week we were asked when hypertrophy should be programmed and when strength training should. We aim to get stronger primarily and moving more wight, but there are times where hypertrophy is important which is why we do still include it in our training.
91: Should Velocity Determine Your Volume?
April 05, 2021 09:00 - 57 minutes - 43 MBThis weeks study was an interesting approach to looking at volume for an athlete but something we have touched on a little before. Then we talk about another "pick one" question but with exercises. And we have a NEW Meet Yourself Saturday inspired by one of our athletes.
Implementing The Process of Integration with Dr. Dan Siegel
April 02, 2021 09:00 - 10 minutes - 8.18 MBThis week we are back with Dr. Dan Siegel and speaking of Implementing The Process of Integration.
Embracing the Elements with Evan Jackson
April 01, 2021 09:00 - 17 minutes - 14.2 MBThis week we are talking with even Jackson and his workout enjoinment. He really deals with the elements and some cold training. Check out how he gets it done!
Do you Train in Running Shoes, or Run In Training Shoes
March 31, 2021 09:00 - 10 minutes - 8.43 MBWe are talking about more gear again! We were asked if we ever run in our training shoes or train in our running shoes. Its a great thing to talk about and comes up very often, what shoes we training.
New Cycle Webinar March 2021
March 29, 2021 09:00 - 51 minutes - 39.2 MBWe like to take the time every 12 week to break down and lay out each of our training tracks for the next 12 week and then give 7 week of free sample weeks. So if you want 7 free weeks of training check out our website or instagram. This also gives us a chance to reveal a lot of updates and things to come.
Finding The Mind Muscle Connection With Dr. Lepley
March 26, 2021 09:00 - 7 minutes - 6.33 MBJerred is talking with Dr. Lepley again on finding the mind muscle connection.
Mindset Shifts, Movement Retooling, and More with Asher Gifford
March 25, 2021 09:00 - 24 minutes - 19.3 MBThis week Jerred talks with long time athlete Asher Gifford and how he is shifting his mindset and retooling.
How To Increase Lung Capacity and Control Breathing
March 24, 2021 09:00 - 10 minutes - 8.09 MBThis weeks ask me anything we are talking about how to increase your lung capacity and control your breathing better when working out.
Eccentric Training verses Concentric Training
March 22, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 46.6 MBThis weeks study looks at if eccentric training does more muscle damage, and there for if its better than concentric training. However its hard to do just one for these things, because even if you do eccentric training there is a concentric movement still. So we talk about the study that compared the muscle damage they caused and how to apply it to training.
90: Eccentric Training verses Concentric Training
March 22, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 46.6 MBThis weeks study looks at if eccentric training does more muscle damage, and there for if its better than concentric training. However its hard to do just one for these things, because even if you do eccentric training there is a concentric movement still. So we talk about the study that compared the muscle damage they caused and how to apply it to training.
Educating Clients On Nutrition
March 19, 2021 09:00 - 2 minutes - 2.03 MBWe are back this week with Sam Miller and how to educate your clients on nutrition.
Prioritizing Goals with Marine Helicopter Pilot Eben Buxton
March 18, 2021 09:00 - 38 minutes - 30.8 MBthis week we are talking with Eben Buxton on how training. He is a helicopter pilot and we talk about how he prioritizes his goals and gets his training done.
Our Advice On Best Wearables
March 17, 2021 09:00 - 13 minutes - 10 MBWe regularly get asked about what wearables, workout trackers and heart rate monitors, are best for training. There isn't a clear cut winner, it depends on what you want form a wearable. We have don't episodes about these in the past but Jerred and Joe breakdown where to start, what to look for and who is best at what.
89: How Much Does Bar Position Matter On The Squat?
March 15, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 44.9 MBThis weeks study we are looking at how much the position of the barbell can impact back squats. So we will talk about what the study finds and what we think with the difference between low bar and high bar back squat. And this weeks topic is fun one. If you could train with only 5 of our Meet Yourself Saturday workouts, which would they be?
Linking The Gut And The Brain With Evan Brand
March 12, 2021 10:00 - 8 minutes - 6.75 MBThis week we are back with Evan Brand and how the gut and the brain are linked.
Building a Purposeful Man Cave with Barrett Robin
March 11, 2021 10:00 - 36 minutes - 29.1 MBThis week we are talking with Barrett Robin. He talks about how it build up his gym and what his focus is.
How To Best Recover From MURPH
March 10, 2021 10:00 - 9 minutes - 7.67 MBIts no secret we love the Murph workout. A lot of our athletes have been doing murph once a week for a year. Since memorial day Murph is approaching we are talking about how best to prepare and recovery.
88: Science Says Your Phone Is Making You Fat (even if you workout every day)
March 08, 2021 10:00 - 58 minutes - 44.1 MBYou workout regularly so you can be lazy the other times, right? WRONG. This week we look at a study that compares international competitive athletes and compares their sedentary lifestyle and finds the more sedentary athletes tend to have larger fat mass. Then this weeks topic is our fitness fails and what we fail at when it comes to fitness.
The Wheel of Awareness With Dr. Dan Siegel
March 05, 2021 10:00 - 6 minutes - 5.46 MBThis week we are back with Dr Dan Siegel and his Wheel Of Awareness.
43 Iron Miles in a Month and the Right Mindset with Darren Gaunt
March 04, 2021 10:00 - 22 minutes - 20.8 MBThis week we are talking to Darren Gaunt and his training. Also, what he did last year which was 43 IRON MILES! including an iron 5K. No big deal. So if you want hear more about that then great.
Which Training Program Is Best With Running?
March 03, 2021 10:00 - 5 minutes - 4.64 MBThis week we were asked which of our training tracks is best to do if you are on a running program or adding additional running to your fitness.
87: Do Your Genes Effect Caffeine Response?
March 01, 2021 10:00 - 59 minutes - 44.8 MBThis week we are talking again about caffeine, but if your genes matter for a caffeine response. Most people have heard that there are some people that are responsive the caffeine and some it doesn't effect, but how do you know which you are? and if thats even true. Then we are doing our monthly book review, this months is The Obstacle Is The Way By Ryan Holiday.
Eccentric Training For Muscle Growth And Recovery
February 26, 2021 10:00 - 7 minutes - 6.29 MBThis week we are back with Dr. Lepley and how eccentric training can help with muscle growth and recovery.