Joe DeFranco's Industrial Strength Show
472 episodes - English - Latest episode: 20 days ago - ★★★★★ - 1.2K ratingsWorld-renowned strength & conditioning coach Joe DeFranco shares his thoughts on training for peak performance, mindset, and living your passion. As the founder and owner of DeFranco’s Gym, he also provides the business knowledge that helped him turn a 500-square-foot storage closet into a global brand.
Each week, Joe will educate, motivate and entertain his audience by answering their questions and/or conducting interviews with top athletes, fitness professionals, entrepreneurs, and other highly successful people.
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#369 High Performance vs Longevity Training, Using Caffeine as an Ergogenic Aid & More!
May 12, 2022 14:49 - 1 hour - 68.5 MBThis week Joe goes into the show THINKING he's going to record a shorter "mini" podcast, but ends up talking for over 80 minutes.. (Is anyone surprised? LOL.) Topics covered during today's Q&A include: Training for "High Performance" vs Training for "Longevity"; Caffeine dosage recommendations / Using caffeine as an ergogenic aid; Joe's thoughts on DK Metcalf's diet (which consists of 1 meal per day and 3-4 bags of candy). *For a full list of Show Notes w/ Timestamps visit www.IndustrialStre...
#368 Muscle-Building/Mouth-Watering Overnight Oats Recipes, 8wk Sprint Progression [for Meatheads] & More!
May 05, 2022 15:20 - 1 hour - 77.3 MBHappy Cinco de Mayo, everyone! We have a PACKED show for you guys today! Today's episode is basically broken into 3 parts. 1) INTRO: During this portion of the show Joe reads 2 winning iTunes reviews, discusses the "shopping cart state of emergency" and reveals a future Industrial Strength Show guest [that you will not believe!!] 2) Joe shares his Top 3 muscle-building, mouth-watering overnight oats recipes 3) Joe provides an 8wk sprint progression for a washed-up meathead looking to improve...
#367 My Experience Coaching Knees Over Toes vs Vertical Shin Squats, Thoughts on Liver King, Rx Meds & More!
April 28, 2022 20:23 - 1 hour - 74.2 MBAfter a few "false starts" to this week's show recording, Joe FINALLY gets on the mic to answer your questions! He begins this week's episode by sharing a not-so-funny "new car/mall story" before beginning the Q&A. TOPICS INCLUDE: 1) Joe's thoughts on "Liver King" 2) Should taking prescription meds be avoided at all costs? 3) Joe's experience teaching 'Knees Over Toes' Squats vs 'Vertical Shin' Squats. *For a full list of Show Notes w/ Timestamps goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com IMPORTAN...
#366 Overrated/Underrated Returns! [Zone 2 Cardio, Nootropics, HUGE ANNOUNCEMENT & More]
April 21, 2022 19:43 - 1 hour - 79.5 MBThis week Joe brings back his wildly popular "Overrated/Underrated segment"! TOPICS INCLUDE: Putting the liquid in the shaker BEFORE protein powder Casein protein before bed Trap 3 Raise Decline Bench Press Squats for building speed "Zone 2" Cardio Tabata Intervals BMI (Body Mass Index) Magic Spoon cereal Training multiple times per day Torque Fitness "Tank Sleds" Agility/C.O.D Training 1 RM's / Maxing Out Nootropics Saying "Thank You" IMPORTANT LINKS CPPS ce...
#365 Popular Exercises That Suck...(And What To Do Instead)
April 14, 2022 17:30 - 1 hour - 54.3 MBOn this week's show Joe lists 9 popular exercises that he's never included in any of his programs. Joe also provides exercise alternatives for each of the "sucky" exercises listed :) Will you agree with Joe's list or disagree? Listen in and find out!! *For a full list of Show Notes & Timestamps goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com IMPORTANT LINKS DeFranco's Nutritional Supplements [*Use code: StockUp] ReBuilt 2.0 Magic Spoon [*Use code: JOED]
#364 Improve Your Communication Skills & Improve Your LIFE w/ Brett Bartholomew!
April 07, 2022 15:46 - 1 hour - 64.2 MBThis week Brett Bartholomew makes his Industrial Strength Show debut! Brett is not only one of the top performance coaches in the world - he's also the author of the best-selling book "Conscious Coaching: The Art and Science of Building Buy-In" - as well as a highly sought after keynote speaker & consultant. Brett works with members of the United States Special Forces, Fortune 500 companies, non-profit organizations, and universities to help develop more effective leaders and improve interac...
#363 Top 10 Things I Learned From Louie Simmons
March 31, 2022 15:45 - 1 hour - 74.2 MBThis week Joe pays tribute to Louie Simmons by sharing the Top 10 things he learned from him (and his books, articles, VHS tapes) during the past 25+ years. This podcast will give you a better understanding of just how impactful Louie has been on DeFranco’s Gym and Joe’s programming. As a special BONUS - at the end of the show - Joe shares his notes from his first-ever phone conversation with Louie back in 1999! *For a full list of Show Notes + Timestamps goto: www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com...
#362 How Your Body Type Affects Your Training, Tips for Hardgainers & More w/ Lee Boyce
March 24, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 76.6 MBThis week Joe welcomes Lee Boyce to the Industrial Strength Show. Lee is a world-class trainer, speaker & teacher. He is also one of the most prolific writers in the fitness industry today. Lee has produced over 1200 published articles for just about every major fitness publication and online resource imaginable! On today's episode, Lee shares his thoughts on a wide variety of topics including: How your body type affects your training; Modifying the barbell bench, squat & deadlift for tall l...
#361 Things I'm Currently Doing In The Gym That My Former Self Would Slap Me For!
March 17, 2022 18:55 - 1 hour - 79.1 MBThis week's show is a Q&A where Joe answers 3 listener questions. Specific Topics include: 1) Proper Exercise Sequencing for Joint Longevity & Hypertrophy 2) Things That Joe is Currently Doing In The Gym That His Former Self Would Slap Him For 3) Highly Effective Tips for Lowering High Blood Pressure... and More! *For a full list of Show Notes with Timestamps visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com. IMPORTANT LINKS ReBuilt 2.0 DeFranco's Omega-D3 [coupon: StockUp] DeFranco's Clean Gre...
#360 How To Train NBA Players & Hollywood A-Listers out of a 12' x 15' Garage w/ Ben Bruno
March 10, 2022 16:12 - 1 hour - 90.1 MBThis week Joe welcomes back Ben Bruno for his second Industrial Strength Show appearance. Ben is a Los Angeles-based trainer who works with an extremely wide range of clients including: NBA players, actors, musicians, models, his mom, and more. (Ben's last appearance on the show was the most downloaded episode of 2020.) Specific topics of discussion from THIS episode include: Why Ben considers himself a "generalist" [as opposed to a "specialist"]; The 3 questions Ben asks all his new clients...
#359 Freak Athlete Stories & The “Personal” Side of Training w/ NY Giants S&C Coach Craig Fitzgerald
March 03, 2022 16:18 - 1 hour - 60.8 MBThis week Joe is joined by the NY Giants Director of Strength & Performance - Craig Fitzgerald. Highlights from this conversation include: The difference between working with pro athletes vs college athletes; Coaching [Industrial Strength Show alum’s] Brian Cushing & Sean Hayes; Relationship building; Fitz’s philosophy on coaching freak athletes [“Do no harm” vs treating them like everyone else]; Freak athlete stories; The most important characteristic(s) needed to become a successful coach...
#358 How To Grow Your Business on YOUR Terms, Why I Changed My Views on "Off Days" & More!
February 24, 2022 19:57 - 1 hour - 81.1 MBJoe kicks off this week's show by thanking the audience for all their love and support [after hearing the news about Joe's dad] on last week's show. He then reads this week's winning iTunes review before answering listener questions. Q&A TOPICS INCLUDE: 1) How Joe could have avoided the ONE hamstring pull that occurred [while preparing an athlete for the NFL Combine] over 20 years ago 2) How to grow your business on YOUR terms 3) How many days a week does Joe recommend taking COMPLETELY OFF?...
#357 The Importance of "Proactive" Health Care, Top 3 Things Most Trainers DON'T Do (But SHOULD) & More!
February 17, 2022 18:14 - 1 hour - 54 MBThis week's show starts with some unfortunate news [regarding Joe's dad], but there is also a very important/positive lesson to be learned from the news. This leads into a discussion about personal trainers/coaches and 3 things that [most of them] DON'T do, but SHOULD! *For a full list of Show Notes & Timestamps from this episode visit: www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com IMPORTANT LINKS ReBuilt 2.0 program CPPS certification Hellowater [*Use coupon: DEFRANCO]
#356 Dr. Stuart McGill On Spinal Flexion, Direct Ab Training, Most Injurious Exercises & More!
February 10, 2022 16:54 - 1 hour - 55 MBThis week Joe is joined by the world's foremost expert in rehabilitating spine injuries and healing back pain - Dr. Stuart McGill. They discuss a variety of topics including: Dr. McGill's [actual] stance on "flexing the spine"; Atlas Stone lifting technique [and the loads it places on the spine]; Is direct ab/core training necessary?; Best movements for developing 'high performance' core strength; The 3 exercises that injure the most people [and ultimately bring them to Dr. McGill's clinic];...
#355 The Longevity-Based Approach To Training Like An Athlete
February 03, 2022 17:38 - 1 hour - 69.7 MBThis week Joe helps a soon-to-be former college athlete who wants to continue training like an athlete, but WITHOUT the "aches & pains". Specific Topics covered include: Identifying the main physical attributes that most athletes need; The "longevity-based approach" to developing Speed & Power, Maximal Strength, Muscular Hypertrophy and Endurance; "Quick Fixes" for Low Back Pain, Knee Pain & Shoulder Pain; The importance of getting/staying lean; Prioritizing recovery/"soft work"...and Much M...
#354 How To Optimize Hormone Levels [Without HRT] As We Age
January 27, 2022 16:54 - 1 hour - 68.3 MBToday's show starts with a [random] rant regarding the Industrial Strength Show's "BS" iTunes ranking... Joe then reads this week's winning iTunes review, gives away a 4-month supply of DeFranco's Vitamin D 5000, and thanks the audience for their incredible support regarding the launch of his new #RebuiltProgram. Joe then reads an email from a listener which prompts today's main show topic: How To Optimize Hormone Levels [Without HRT] As We Age. Joe reveals [what he feels are] the "Big 6" ho...
#353 How/Why I Ditched The Barbell for 12 Weeks & Never Looked or FELT Better!
January 20, 2022 18:53 - 1 hour - 61.6 MBJoe kicks off this week's show with BIG NEWS - ReBuilt 2.0 is finally live and ready to change the bodies/lives of lifters worldwide! After sharing some details surrounding the launch of ReBuilt 2.0, Joe reads this week's winning iTunes review, gives away a 4-month supply of vitamin D, then gets into today's main show topics. This includes: 1) How/Why Joe ditched the straight bar for 12+ weeks and never looked or FELT better. 2) "The Making of ReBuilt 2.0" - Joe explains the unique design an...
#352 The Hidden Secret to Fat Loss, The TRUTH About Exercise Variety & More!
January 13, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 61.5 MBJoe kicks off this week's show by giving away a 4-month supply of DeFranco's Vitamin D & announcing the official ReBuilt 2.0 launch date! He then shares his thoughts on the following 3 training topics: How/When MAINTENANCE can be considered massive PROGRESS [in your training]; The "Hidden Secret" to Fat Loss; The TRUTH About Exercise Variety...and More! *For a full list of Show Notes & Timestamps visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com IMPORTANT LINKS ReBuilt 2.0 VIP List DeFranco's Nutr...
#351 Fat Loss & Muscle Building Made Simple AF!
January 06, 2022 16:50 - 1 hour - 69.2 MBJoe kicks off the first episode of 2022 by following up on some of the "brain dump" topics he spoke about 5 weeks ago. Updates include: ReBuilt 2.0 product launch, NEW "DeFranco Diet Guide" details, DeFrancosNutrition.com relaunch, DeFranco's Gym renovations and More! After his "business & life update", Joe answers questions on the following 3 topics: 1) Fat Loss & Muscle Building Made Simple AF 2) How to identify the most qualified Physical Therapist or Personal Trainer for YOU 3) What form...
#350 The Best & Worst of 2021, Benefits of 'Off-Set Loading' Unilateral Movements & More!
December 30, 2021 18:07 - 1 hour - 70.3 MBJoe begins the final show of 2021 by giving away some free merch to 2 loyal listeners. He then shares the TOP 3 most popular guests (and downloaded shows) of 2021, before answering 4 new questions. Q&A TOPICS INCLUDE: Gym Lessons That Can Successfully Be Applied To Business/Life; The Benefits of "Off-Set Loading" Unilateral Movements; The Biggest Missed Opportunity of 2021 [Warning: RANT ALERT]; Is Joe still planning to attempt a "Double-Double" Barbell Bench Press?...and MORE! *For a ...
#349 Vascularity, Viagra & Vomiting?! [CrAzZy "Off-Topic" Christmas Q&A]
December 23, 2021 22:48 - 1 hour - 87.5 MBIn honor of the holidays, Joe starts the show by giving away some free merch. He then answers 13 "off-topic" listener questions! TOPICS INCLUDE: What's crazier, BJJ or Pro Wrestling? Top 5 songs played [all-time] at DeFranco's Gym How does one catch the DELTOID variant? What's in Joe's favorite protein smoothies? What equipment is needed for the new ReBuilt 2.0 program? How'd Joe get so damn vascular? When's the last time Joe puked from training? Best bodyweight exercises for ...
#348 Why "Perfect Form" is Killing Your Gains, Max-Effort Training for Washed-Up Meatheads & More!
December 16, 2021 17:43 - 1 hour - 68.2 MBJoe kicks off this week's show with an [off-topic] rant regarding his health insurance. He eventually composes himself and answers 4 listener questions. TOPICS INCLUDE: Is tracking macros a 'necessary evil' for those looking to get lean & healthy; How to bullet-proof your hamstrings with minimal equipment & space; Why "perfect form" is killing your gains; Max-Effort training guidelines for washed-up meatheads...And More! *For a full list of Show Notes & Timestamps from this episode visit w...
#347 Dr. Chad Waterbury On How To Build An Elite Physique w/ High Frequency Training, Easy-To-Follow Nutrition Advice & More!
December 09, 2021 16:24 - 1 hour - 62.9 MBThis week Joe welcomes back Dr. Chad Waterbury [who first appeared on the podcast 3 years ago]. Chad is a world-class S&C coach, physical therapist, author & teacher. He currently teaches the course "Resistance Training Techniques for High-Performance Athletes" for the master’s degree in sports science program at USC. Chad returns to the Industrial Strength Show to discuss his new book, "Elite Physique: The New Science of Building a Better Body" - along with a host of other topics. HIGHLIGHT...
#346 The Ultimate [NO PRESSING] Boulder Shoulder Workout, How To Build Tendon Strength & More!
December 02, 2021 16:41 - 1 hour - 63 MBJoe kicks off this week's show with an update on the release of his newest program - ReBuilt 2.0! He then performs an [impromptu] "brain dump" to clear his head before answering 2 listener questions. The first question/topic covered is "tendon strength". Joe shares his top 5 methods for building strong, healthy tendons. Joe is then asked to write a full shoulder workout for one of his listeners, which he does "live" on the podcast. [NOTE: Look for video footage of the shoulder workout Joe de...
#345 BUYER BEWARE: Understanding Supplement Labeling, Thanksgiving/Holiday Eating Hacks & More!
November 24, 2021 15:27 - 1 hour - 78.8 MBThis week Joe introduces his audience to Jamie Dorely - CEO & Co-Founder/Owner of Nutritional Frontiers and the man responsible for overseeing the formulation & distribution of DeFranco's Nutritional Supplements. In this episode Jamie explains how to navigate your way through the [misleading] supplement industry, while also sharing his time-tested Thanksgiving/Holiday eating hacks...and Much MORE! *For a full list of Show Notes & Timestamps goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com Important Link...
#344 Clearing Up The Confusion Surrounding WARM-UPS & MOBILITY w/ Jim "Smitty" Smith
November 18, 2021 17:29 - 1 hour - 75 MBJim "Smitty" Smith returns to the Industrial Strength Show to discuss flexibility, mobility & how to warm up properly! Highlights from this conversation include: The many benefits of lighter/longer loaded carries; A [new] metric Joe has been using to determine the effectiveness of his workouts; How has Joe's pre-workout prep changed since having shoulder surgery; The "slow cook" approach to warming up; Incorporating "fillers" into your workout; Smitty's favorite hamstring warm-up [from Louie...
#343 My GO-TO Upper Body Exercises for Hypertrophy and Joint Longevity, Weight Vest Training & More!
November 11, 2021 17:05 - 1 hour - 69.7 MBThis week Joe answers 3 listener questions. TOPICS INCLUDE: "Absolute Strength Standards" for the barbell bench, squat & deadlift [How do YOU stack up?]; Joe's [current] GO-TO upper body exercises for hypertrophy and joint longevity; Weight Vest training recommendations...and More! *For a full list of show notes & timestamps visit: www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com Important Links/People Mentioned Phil Daru's Elite Coaching | Fitness Business & Social Media Growth Summit Hyperwear Weight...
#342 Eugene Teo's Triggering Thoughts on Mobility, The Power of Self Acceptance & More!
November 04, 2021 16:25 - 1 hour - 80.9 MBThis week Joe welcomes Eugene Teo to the Industrial Strength Show. Eugene is a former bodybuilder turned problem-solver / muscle mechanics expert who teaches people [from all walks of life] how to build a better body in the most effective manner possible. This 90-minute conversation covers a variety of different topics. Highlights include: How the STRONG documentary impacted Eugene's teenage years; What should be the minimum 'Barrier For Entry' in order to call yourself a "professional" in t...
#341 Programming "High vs Low Mileage" Exercises, The Fix for Chronically Tight Hamstrings & More!
October 28, 2021 17:07 - 1 hour - 59.8 MBJoe kicks off this week's show with a very important announcement regarding the DeFranco Supplement line/website. He then answers two listener questions. TOPICS INCLUDE: #1) Does Joe feel heavy, "max-effort" training is dangerous/counterproductive for older lifters? #2) How to fix chronically tight hamstrings? *For a full list of Show Notes & Timestamps goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com Important Links from this episode DeFranco's Nutritional Supplements [promo code: STOCKUP] AMPED...
#340 The Art of Blending Science & "Real World" Experience w/ Dr. Corey Peacock
October 21, 2021 15:32 - 1 hour - 64 MBThis week Joe sits down with Dr. Corey Peacock - Head S&C coach at Sanford MMA - a premier professional MMA team comprised of some of the top-ranked fighters in the world, including multiple current and former World Champions. Corey is also an associate professor in the Department of Health & Human Performance at Nova Southeastern University. Highlights from Corey & Joe's conversation include: How Corey blends science/research with "real world" experience/results The process involved in p...
#339 The 10 Commandments of Training Longevity [Updated], Female #RelativeStrengthIndex standards & MORE!
October 14, 2021 16:29 - 1 hour - 86.9 MBHUGE SHOW THIS WEEK! During the first half of the episode, Joe continues the conversation regarding his "Relative Strength Index" (RSI) standards and exercise execution. Specific topics include: Performing Goblet Squats with heels elevated vs feet flat on floor & Specific Push-up/Pull-up standards for FEMALES. The second half of the show is dedicated to Joe's [updated] "Training Longevity Commandments". If you're interested in TRAINING FOREVER, you'll want to listen, write down, and FOLLOW T...
#338 How Strong/Fit Are You?! [Try These 4 Simple Tests & Find Out]
October 07, 2021 15:48 - 1 hour - 63.8 MBOn this week's show, Joe reveals the origin and specifics of his "Relative Strength Index" (RSI). He explains the tests that make up the RSI - along with his grading system - for determining how strong & FIT you are! He also includes bonus replacements for the "BIG 3" (barbell bench, squat, deadlift) for endomorphs looking to improve their overall fitness [while still being strong af]. *For Show Notes, Timestamps & Important Links from this episode visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com. TODA...
#337 How To Get FIT AF After 40 w/ Christian Thibaudeau
September 30, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 75.4 MBThis week Christian Thibaudeau makes his [highly anticipated] debut on the Industrial Strength Show! Christian has been training & coaching for over 2 decades, working with athletes from dozens of different sports. He has written 4 books, 700+ published articles on T-Nation, and has pioneered multiple educational courses - including the brilliant "Neuro-typing" system (which goes in-depth on how to train athletes based on their personalities/dispositions). On today's show, Christian discusse...
#336 My New Pec-Poppin' Push Workout, How To Make Social Media Great Again & More!
September 23, 2021 19:15 - 1 hour - 62.2 MBThis week Joe answers 5 listener questions. TOPICS INCLUDE: Has Joe ditched the straight bar [since having shoulder surgery]? How to make social media great again! Is it more important to limit carbs or fats when "Fat Loss" is the main goal? The [2-Exercise] ANTI-Upper Body Warm-up!! Joe's thoughts on Drop-sets [Plus he shares his new "PUSH" workout!] *For Show Notes, Timestamps & Important Links from this episode goto: www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com
#335 The ONE THING That Had The Biggest Impact on My Recent Bloodwork
September 16, 2021 15:57 - 1 hour - 71.3 MBJoe kicks off this week's show by giving the audience an update on the "COVID situation" in the DeFranco household. He then shares the results of his most recent bloodwork & body composition analysis. He concludes the show by reflecting on the ONE THING that has made the biggest difference in his overall health! *For Show Notes, Timestamps & all the Important Links from this episode visit: www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com IMPORTANT LINKS/PEOPLE MENTIONED DeFranco's Nutritional Supplements ...
#334 COVID Hits The DeFranco Household...
September 09, 2021 19:06 - 54 minutes - 43.5 MBAfter initially canceling this week's show, Joe decides to hop on the mic and give the audience an update on his daughter's positive COVID test, as well as the "experimental procedure" Joe performed on himself when he started feeling sick.. *For Show Notes, Timestamps & Important Links from this episode visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com IMPORTANT LINKS/PRODUCTS MENTIONED DeFranco's Immune System Stack Philips InnoSpire Go Nebulizer Reduced L-Glutathione Plus by Theranaturals ...
#333 How To Balance Athletic & Aesthetic Goals, A Simple Longevity Test You Must Try & More!
September 02, 2021 17:14 - 1 hour - 62.6 MBAfter experiencing power outages [due to hurricane Ida] Joe was finally able to sit down and record an Overrated/Underrated podcast! TOPICS INCLUDE: Umbrellas; Supersets; Being a punter/kicker in the NFL; Jumping Rope; Lyle Alzado; George Carlin; Training like an athlete when you're not; Benefits of walking; Natural soaps like Dr. Squatch; Pull-ups; Lululemon joggers; Metabolic conditioning circuits for first responders; Dead arm hang for shoulder health; The ability to get off the floor wit...
#332 The #1 Thing Everyone Must Do [in the Gym] To Make Progress, A Day in Joe D's Life & More!
August 26, 2021 14:44 - 1 hour - 58.9 MBAfter starting the show w/ 2 important/exciting announcements, Joe covers 3 main topics: 1) What everyone needs to know about EXERCISE SELECTION [including Joe's thoughts on programming Nordic Hamstring Curls] 2) Joe takes the audience through "A Day In His Life" 3) How to determine the best diet for YOU! *For Show Notes & Timestamps from this episode goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com Important Links/People Mentioned CPPS coaches [coupon code: JOED20] Lost Secrets of Strength LIVE ...
#331 The Perfect Shoulder Warm-up [Fully Explained], How To Fix "Knock Knees" & More!
August 19, 2021 19:19 - 1 hour - 59.1 MBAfter reading this week's winning iTunes review & announcing his return to [youth] coaching, Joe provides thorough answers to 2 different listener questions. During the first half of the show Joe maps out his current upper body warm-up. This includes his 3 main "areas of focus", specific exercise recommendations, a full warm-up example and explanations regarding HOW & WHY he does what he does. During the second half of the show, Joe answers a question from a concerned parent about his 8-year...
#330 Remembering "The Guru": A Tribute to Dr. Tom Bilella
August 12, 2021 16:01 - 2 hours - 110 MBDuring the first half of this week's tribute show Joe shares some of his favorite/funniest Dr. Tom stories, along with the most important lessons Joe learned from him. The final hour of today's show is a replay of Dr. Tom's very first appearance on the Industrial Strength Show [episode 63 - May 26, 2016]. *For a full list of Show Notes, Timestamps & Important Links from this episode goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com. IMPORTANT LINKS DeFranco's Nutritional Supplements HelloWater [pro...
#329 The Art of Coaching, Strength Coach Lifestyle and LIFE LESSONS w/ Zach Even-Esh & Joe D.
August 05, 2021 15:10 - 1 hour - 91.1 MBJoe D. reunites with Zach Even-Esh in this week's EPIC podcast! (You'll probably end up listening to this episode multiple times!) TOPICS INCLUDE: The Art of Coaching - The fine details & little nuances that separate good coaches from GREAT coaches; How we handle "difficult" parents in the gym; Experiences we've had with bad coaches that showed us what we DON'T want to do or become as coaches ourselves; Stories, memories, and lessons learned from our close friend [who recently passed away] D...
#328 Best Exercises for "Inner" Pec Development, How I Trained My First Olympic Athlete & More!
July 29, 2021 16:43 - 1 hour - 79.8 MBThis week's show starts with some "life updates" [which include]: Willy's surgery, Mickey Gall's UFC fight, New Garage Gym Pics/Tour & Joe's recent lat tear. Joe then answers 4 listener questions. TOPICS INCLUDE: Treating "armpit pain" from benching / Preventing Pec Tears; How to develop your "inner pecs"; Why does Joe lift his head up when benching; How Joe trained his first Olympic athlete. *For Show Notes & Timestamps visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com Important Links/People Menti...
#327 The Darkside of Resistance Training [What Every Lifter Needs to Understand]
July 22, 2021 18:29 - 1 hour - 68.3 MBJoe kicks off this week's show with a "life update" that includes: Willy's eye removal surgery, new garage gym equipment, truck problems...and a NEW "shoulder tear"?!? He then spends the rest of the episode covering the "darkside" of resistance training, ie, The Top 5 Things That Every Lifter Needs To Know/Understand [in order to experience all the amazing benefits resistance training has to offer]! *For a full list of Show Notes & Timestamps goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com I...
#326 What I'm Doing Differently To Drop Body Fat [Full Day of Eating, New "Cardio" Routine & More!]
July 15, 2021 16:57 - 1 hour - 62.2 MBThis week's show starts with a new segment where Joe shares [new] "Stuff He Likes". He then details his current diet & supplementation, meal-by-meal. He includes things he's now doing differently, along with his favorite [high protein] snacks that taste like dessert!! He concludes the show by explaining how he's "spiced up" his morning walks, which has led to better recovery, reduced belly fat and more overall GAINS! *For a full list of Show Notes & Timestamps goto: www.IndustrialStrengthSho...
#325 How I ReBuilt My Left Shoulder, New Garage Gym Update & More!
July 08, 2021 15:59 - 1 hour - 69.8 MBThis week Joe starts the show by giving an update on the progress he's made with his new garage gym. After getting sidetracked [and sharing an incredibly frustrating call he recently had with Verizon] Joe gets into the specifics of his new garage gym. Topics include: Upgrades that have been made, new equipment that's been ordered, old equipment that will be moved into the garage & the equipment that "didn't make the cut". During the second half of the show, Joe gives an update on his shoulde...
#324 The TRUTH About Reverse Hypers and Low Back Pain, My 'Mount Rushmore' of Gym Pet Peeves & More!
July 01, 2021 17:26 - 1 hour - 70.8 MBThis week Joe returns from vacation with plenty of stories to share (and questions to answer)!! MAIN TOPICS OF DISCUSSION INCLUDE: The "secret pill" for managing anxiety; How to prevent "low back lock-up" when standing for long periods of time; The TRUTH about Reverse Hypers and low back pain; Joe shares a "hotel gym story" which leads to his 'Mount Rushmore' of Gym Etiquette Pet Peeves...and More! *For Timestamps & Show Notes from today's episode visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com. ...
#323 Using "Mechanical Drop-Sets" to Get Jacked, Improve Your Shoulder Mobility While Watching TV & More!
June 24, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 55.9 MBThis week's show is recorded on location from Palm Beach, Florida! Joe takes some time away from his family vacation to answer 4 listener questions. SPECIFIC TOPICS INCLUDE: 1) How to stay hydrated and prevent low back pain when traveling 2) The difference between regular drop-sets & "mechanical" drop-sets [Plus Joe's favorite mechanical drop-set pairings for all muscle groups!] 3) Troubleshooting the vertical jump [Why do athletes drift forward when they jump?] 4) Two upper body stretches y...
#322 My [Meathead] Birthday Present, Ashley's Health Scare & The Top 5 Qualities of Great Dads!
June 17, 2021 13:42 - 1 hour - 72.8 MBIn this week's episode, Joe celebrates Father's Day, his upcoming Birthday & fills everyone in on what's been going on in the DeFranco household! HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE: Ashley's recent blood work and what everyone can learn from her "health scare"; BONUS "Overrated/Underrated" segment w/ Ashley in the hot seat!; "Highlights" & "lowlights" from Joe's recent blood work; What's Joe getting for his 46th birthday?; Joe's Top 5 Qualities of Being a Great Dad...and Much MORE! *For a full list of Sh...
#321 Dr. Beau Hightower on Chiropractic Criticism, Top 3 Longevity "Difference Makers" & More!
June 10, 2021 17:03 - 1 hour - 70.3 MBThis week Joe is joined by Dr. Beau Hightower - The "YouTube Famous" Chiropractor to UFC Fighters, WWE Wrestlers, and Athletes/Celebrities From Across the Globe! Highlights from their conversation include: How/Why Dr. Beau's videos began going viral; The traditional "business model" of chiropractic and how Beau's practice is different; Misconceptions surrounding chiropractic; The 3 different types of chiropractors; Responding to Joe Rogan's criticism of chiropractic; The importance of nuance...
#320 The No-Cardio Way to Burn Fat & Age-Proof Your Body w/ MindPump Co-Host Sal Di Stefano!
June 03, 2021 13:01 - 1 hour - 57.6 MBThis week Joe is joined by MindPump co-host & author of the new book, "The Resistance Training Revolution" - Sal Di Stefano. Highlights from their conversation include: Why Sal decided to write a book; Why Sal and his partners (Adam & Justin) get labeled as "anti-cardio"; Biggest misconceptions surrounding cardiovascular exercise [We've all been lied to!]; Why strength training is the single best form of exercise; Common strength training mistakes [that prevent most people from achieving the...