Joe DeFranco's Industrial Strength Show
476 episodes - English - Latest episode: 16 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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Episode 72: Joe D's Pre & Post-Workout Nutrition/Supplementation Recommendations
August 04, 2016 04:00Joe starts this weeks podcast by sharing some bad news and some good news regarding #OperationRebuildJoeD. The rest of the show is dedicated to pre & post-workout nutrition/supplementation. Specific topics of discussion include: Brian Cushing's pre-workout nutrition tip revisited; The drawbacks of consuming too many calories too close to your workout; Joe D's TOP 5 pre-workout snacks; Joe D's favorite pre-workout supplements; The safest, most-affordable pre-workout alternative for stimulant ...
Episode 71: The 3 Most Undervalued Aspects of Programming
July 28, 2016 04:00 - 1 hour - 78.8 MBJoe starts this weeks episode by explaining the podcasting "audio fiasco" he's been going through. He then attempts (for the third time) to begin this weeks show. He starts by telling the audience about his recent family getaway and how it affected #OperationRebuildJoeD. He then shares some cutting edge research that's he's involved in regarding "Med Ball Volleyball". He spends the last part of the show talking about the 3 most undervalued aspects of programming and how they have affected th...
Episode 70: How To Prevent Injury, Benefits of "Med Ball Volleyball", Home Gym Essentials & More!
July 14, 2016 15:32Joe starts this weeks podcast by sharing some stories from last weekend's DVD shoot and the impact it had on #OperationRebuildJoeD. He then answers a few of the audience's questions. Q&A TOPICS INCLUDE: Max-Effort Training for Wrestlers; The Benefits of "Med Ball Volleyball"; The Single Best Way to Prevent Injury; Best Rep Range for Developing Size & Strength; What it means to "Work up to" a 3RM; The Risk & Benefit of Performing "Core Activation" Exercises in Your Warm-up; Joe D's List of "H...
Episode 69: Summer's Here: Stay Lean by Avoiding 6 Common Mistakes!
July 07, 2016 04:00Joe starts this week's podcast by giving the audience an update on #OperationRebuildJoeD. He also shares the specifics of his current "post-cleanse" diet. The second half of the show is dedicated to helping the listeners stay lean this summer. Are you making 1 of the 6 most common mistakes that hijack most people's gains each and every summer?! Find out by listening to this weeks show! For Show Notes & Timestamps goto: www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com
Episode 68: Joe D. Plays Doctor?!
June 30, 2016 04:00In this weeks episode, Joe gives an update on #OperationRebuildJoeD and shares some highlights (and "lowlights") from his 2-week cleanse. Joe spends the second half of the show answering questions from the listeners. TOPICS INCLUDE: Bulgarian Split Squat Technique; Joe D's Healthy Post-Workout Shake Recipe; Do Rack Lockouts, Board Presses & Rack Pulls Decrease Flexibility; Mood-Elevating Supplements; Fixing Limb Length Discrepancies; Rotating Max-Effort Lifts....and more! For Show Notes &...
Episode 67: Operation Rebuild JoeD Begins!
June 23, 2016 04:00In this weeks unique episode, Joe invites the audience to "be a fly on the wall" during his follow-up visit with Dr. Tom Bilella. During this visit, Dr. Tom reveals all the test results from Joe's recent blood work. These test results include adrenal function, food sensitivities, micronutrient deficiencies, MTHFR Genotype Genetic test, and the shocking news about Joe's neurotransmitters and brain chemistry! You will not only get insight on Joe's test results and overall health; you will l...
Episode 66: Ask Joe D. ANYTHING! - Part 2
June 16, 2016 04:00 - 1 hour - 95 MBOn this weeks episode, Joe finishes answering the wide variety of Instagram and Facebook questions that he began answering last week. He also makes a big announcement regarding next weeks [very unique] show! To see the list of questions that Joe responds to this week, check out the Show Notes & Timestamps at: www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com
Episode 65: Ask Joe D. ANYTHING!
June 09, 2016 03:18 - 1 hour - 79.5 MBOn this week's episode, Joe answers a WIDE VARIETY of questions from his listeners. He is joined by Tristan and Jonny from the #VisionBoardPodcast. To see the specific questionscovered during his show (along with timestamps) go to: www.industrialstrengthshow.com
Episode 64: Hacking the Dynamic-Effort Method for Hypertrophy GAINZ?!
June 02, 2016 04:00 - 48 minutes - 44.4 MBJoe begins this weeks show with a funny story connected to last weeks podcast. He then shares some details about his recent visit to Dr. Tom Bilella's office. This leads into a discussion about the future of nutrition, disease prevention and "functional medicine". Joe dedicates the second half of the podcast to answering two hypertrophy-related questions: #1 - Why are so many bodybuilders weaker than they look? #2 - Is it pointless to incorporate dynamic-effort training into a hypertrophy p...
EP 63: Dr. Tom Bilella talks Nutrition - One size fits nobody!
May 26, 2016 04:00 - 59 minutes - 54.2 MBIn this weeks episode, Joe sits down with his longtime friend and nutrition guru - Dr. Tom Bilella. Topics of discussion include: The 40 nutrients you need every day; The common mistake most athletes make when trying to get leaner; The importance of understanding "nutrient timing"; Eating for "performance" vs. eating for "health"; Dr. Tom's 3 Rules for Fat-Burning; Is it bad to eat before bed; The right way vs. the wrong way to cleanse the body; Food Allergy vs. Food Sensitivity; Dr. Tom's l...
EP 62: Stephanie McMahon Interview
May 19, 2016 04:00 - 42 minutes - 39.4 MBIn this weeks episode Joe sits down with WWE's Chief Brand Officer, Stephanie McMahon, to discuss a wide variety of topics. Here are just a few of the things they talk about: Steph's daily routine; Productivity tips; #MidnightWorkouts; Eating to stay lean; "Chicks that lift"; Workout music; Steph's favorite on-camera moment as a WWE character; Her most embarrassing on-camera moment; The most important business lesson Steph learned from her dad...and much, Much MORE! For Show Notes & Times...
EP 61: Training Intensity vs. Stupidity & The Ultimate Post-Workout Routine!
May 12, 2016 04:00In this weeks episode, Joe D. takes to his Twitter account to answer 3 questions from his followers. TOPICS INCLUDE: The Role Your Emotional State Plays in Your Training - Does it help to "get crazy" during your workouts; The Ultimate [easy-to-follow] Post-Workout Recovery Routine; Joe D's favorite max-effort music, aka, The Official Industrial Strength "Angry" Playlist...and much Much MORE! For Show Notes & TIMESTAMPS go to: www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com
EP 60: Story Time with Joe D.
May 05, 2016 04:00 - 1 hour - 85.5 MBIn this weeks episode, Joe takes a trip down memory lane and shares 4 DeFranco's Gym stories that have never been told publicly. [FULL DISCLOSURE: This podcast was recorded for entertainment purposes only. Unlike our 59 previous episodes, this show does not have much educational value. It's just a bunch of random, funny stories.] For show TIMESTAMPS goto: www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com
EP 59: The Secret to Running a Faster Mile
April 28, 2016 04:00Joe starts this weeks podcast by explaining why he's recording the show from his basement at 3:00am...he then answers questions from his listeners. TOPICS INCLUDE: How to Run a Faster Mile; Should Athletes Wear Ankle Braces; Best Upper Body Movements for Novice Woman Athletes to Build Strength...and Much MORE! To get the Show Notes goto: www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com
EP 58: Death to the "Participation Trophy"!
April 21, 2016 04:00: In this week's episode, Joe answers YOUR training questions! TOPICS INCLUDE: Treadmill Sprints - The Good, Bad & Ugly; Effective uses of the "speed ladder" [which leads to a tangent on winning, losing & "participation trophies"]; How important is "the pump" when training for hypertrophy; Joe D's favorite workout "finishers"; The one thing Joe D. hates about the popular "wall sit" exercise, and much Much MORE! Check out the Show Notes at: http://www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com
EP 57: Best Methods for Improving Sport-Specific Agility
April 14, 2016 04:00 - 1 hour - 56.8 MBIn this weeks episode, Joe sets the record straight regarding the REAL way to improve an athlete's sport-specific agility! While listening to this podcast you will learn: Why most well-known agility drills DON'T work; How to create drills that WILL carry over to the athletic field; The specific type of strength that athletes must develop in order to change direction rapidly; Joe D's favorite strength exercises for improving an athlete's on-field agility...and much, Much MORE! www.IndustrialS...
EP 56: Triple H Podcast follow up
April 07, 2016 04:00 - 1 hour - 69.6 MBAfter receiving an overwhelming amount of positive feedback from last weeks podcast with Triple H, Joe decides to answer some popular follow-up questions regarding that interview. While listening to today's show, you will learn: 4 more "game-changers" that Joe made to Triple H's program; The "extra" cardio that Triple H performed which lead to his single-digit body fat levels; The specific methods that Triple H used to speed up the recovery process between workouts; Triple H's Wrestlemania 3...
EP 55: Triple H talks Training, Low-Carb Dieting, Gym Lessons & More!
March 31, 2016 04:00 - 1 hour - 77.5 MBIn this weeks episode, Paul Levesque [more popularly known as "Triple H"] finally joins the Industrial Strength Show! Triple H is a 14-Time World Heavyweight Champion in WWE [World Wrestling Entertainment, Inc.]. Not only that, he is also WWE's Executive Vice President of Talent, Live Events & Creative. Needless to say, he's a busy man. Joe recently got to sit down with Triple H to discuss a wide variety of topics that included: Training, Low-Carb Dieting, Productivity, Gym Lessons, Steph...
#52 17 Actionable Takeaways From My 1st Year of Podcast Guests
February 25, 2016 15:00 - 1 hour - 128 MBThis week, Joe celebrates his 1-Year "Podcastiversary" by reviewing his Top 17 Takeaways from the guests that appeared on the Industrial Strength Show. These takeaways include a mix of training, business, and life lessons that will undoubtedly help YOU get to the next level! For specific TIMESTAMPS of today's show goto: https://www.defrancostraining.com/category/podcast/
#51 Should Women Train Differently Than Men? [Plus a HUGE Announcement]
February 18, 2016 17:22 - 1 hour - 79.9 MBJoe kicks off this week’s episode with a huge announcement regarding the future of the Industrial Strength Show! He then gets into today's training topic - "Should Women Train Differently Than Men?" Specific areas of discussion include: The misconception that certain exercises make you "bulkier" than others; Basic principles & benefits of training men vs women - Are they the same or different?; Structural & hormonal differences between men and women - How do they affect your training?; Why ...
#51 Should Women Train Differently Than Men? [Plus a HUGE Announcement]
February 18, 2016 15:00 - 1 hour - 120 MBJoe kicks off this weeks episode with a huge announcement regarding the future of the Industrial Strength Show! He then gets into today's training topic - "Should Women Train Differently Than Men?" Specific areas of discussion include: The misconception that certain exercises make you "bulkier" than others; Basic principles & benefits of training men vs women - Are they the same or different?; Structural & hormonal differences between men and women - How do they affect your training?; Why y...
#50 The Great Periodization Debate! [Linear vs Conjugate]
February 11, 2016 15:00 - 1 hour - 122 MBIn this weeks episode, Joe clears up any confusion regarding the true meaning of the word periodization. He also gives a straightforward, understandable overview of both Linear & Conjugate periodization models. He then explains the benefits and drawbacks of each, along with some common misconceptions. He provides real-world examples of when each model can be used, as well as his personal periodization preference during the past 15 years. After listening to today's show, you will undoubtedly ...
#49 How To Write Effective Training Programs
February 04, 2016 15:00 - 1 hour - 98.4 MBIn this weeks episode, Joe reveals the thought-process that goes into each and every program he designs. For the first time ever, he shares his "Top 6 Principles of Writing an Effective Program". Hearing [and learning] these principles will give you a much better understanding as to what goes on "inside Joe's head" and why DeFranco's Gym has produced such amazing results for such a long period of time. After listening to this episode, you too will be able to achieve the same results that Joe...
#48 BROseph DeFranco vs. "Real" Research - Static Stretching TRUTH Revealed!
January 28, 2016 15:00 - 1 hour - 96.6 MBIn this weeks episode, Joe discusses a recent NY Times article that revealed the "new" research on static stretching. (Simply put, the "new" research finally supports what Joe has been practicing for over 20 years.) After a rant on "BRO" Science vs. "Real" Research, Joe explains how to effectively incorporate static stretching into your routine in order to improve performance and reduce your risk of injury!
#47 11 Common Speed Training Mistakes [Avoid These!]
January 21, 2016 17:07In this week’s episode, Joe reveals the 11 most common mistakes that prevent athletes from reaching their true speed potential. Avoiding these mistakes will undoubtedly accelerate progress and help any athlete take their speed to the next level! If you'd like to get MORE out of your training - while spending LESS wasted time on the track or in the gym - this episode is a "must-listen"!
#47 11 Common Speed Training Mistakes [Avoid These!]
January 21, 2016 17:07In this week’s episode, Joe reveals the 11 most common mistakes that prevent athletes from reaching their true speed potential. Avoiding these mistakes will undoubtedly accelerate progress and help any athlete take their speed to the next level! If you'd like to get MORE out of your training - while spending LESS wasted time on the track or in the gym - this episode is a "must-listen"!
#46 Epic Vertical Jump Q&A
January 14, 2016 17:06In this week's podcast, Joe answers a wide variety of questions specifically directed towards vertical jump performance. Questions include the following topics: The simple test that will help you determine the "weak link" in your vertical jumping ability; Joe's "skinny calf" theory gets challenged by a listener; Volume recommendations for jumps and plyos; Biggest plyometric training mistakes; Joe D's Top 5 dynamic-effort strength exercises for improving the vertical jump; Joe D's personal ex...
#46 Epic Vertical Jump Q&A
January 14, 2016 15:00 - 1 hour - 117 MBIn this week's podcast, Joe answers a wide variety of questions specifically directed towards vertical jump performance. Questions include the following topics: The simple test that will help you determine the "weak link" in your vertical jumping ability; Joe's "skinny calf" theory gets challenged by a listener; Volume recommendations for jumps and plyos; Biggest plyometric training mistakes; Joe D's Top 5 dynamic-effort strength exercises for improving the vertical jump; Joe D's personal ex...
#45 Preventing Hamstring Pulls & The TRUTH About Fasted Morning Cardio!
January 07, 2016 17:05 - 1 hour - 65.1 MBIn this first episode of 2016 Joe D. discusses TWO hot training topics! First, he reveals 5 of his tried-and-true methods for drastically reducing an athlete's probability of pulling a hamstring. Then, he reveals the truth behind the fat-burning effects of performing your cardio first thing in the morning on an empty stomach! Will you reach your fat-burning goals faster by performing your cardio in a "fasted" state...or is it a bunch of "fitness industry hype"? You will know the answer after...
#45 Preventing Hamstring Pulls & The TRUTH About Fasted Morning Cardio!
January 07, 2016 15:00 - 1 hour - 97.8 MBIn this first episode of 2016 Joe D. discusses TWO hot training topics! First, he reveals 5 of his tried-and-true methods for drastically reducing an athlete's probability of pulling a hamstring. Then, he reveals the truth behind the fat-burning effects of performing your cardio first thing in the morning on an empty stomach! Will you reach your fat-burning goals faster by performing your cardio in a "fasted" state...or is it a bunch of "fitness industry hype"? You will know the answer after...
#44 Why Your New Year's Resolution is Bullsh*t!
December 30, 2015 17:01 - 1 hour - 59.5 MBIn this final episode of 2015 Joe D. goes on an intense rant regarding New Year's Resolutions. He then reveals the ONE THING that will have the biggest impact on your success. George DeFranco also stops by to discuss what's pissing him off this holiday season :)
#44 Why Your New Year's Resolution is Bullsh*t!
December 30, 2015 15:00 - 1 hour - 89.4 MBIn this final episode of 2015 Joe D. goes on an intense rant regarding New Year's Resolutions. He then reveals the ONE THING that will have the biggest impact on your success. George DeFranco also stops by to discuss what's pissing him off this holiday season :)
#43 No Pain, No Gain? [The Truth About Muscle Soreness]
December 24, 2015 15:00 - 50 minutes - 69.3 MBIn this special Christmas Spectacular edition of the Industrial Strength Show, Joe shares a holiday story and then answers 3 questions from his listeners. Those 3 questions include: #1 - Eating whole eggs vs. just the whites. #2 - Is muscular soreness an indicator of a good workout? #3 - What does Joe D. want for Christmas? [The answer may shock you!]
#42 Matt Mayberry interview - DOMINATE!
December 17, 2015 15:00 - 1 hour - 91.4 MBIn this weeks episode, Joe interviews pro football player turned motivational speaker & peak performance strategist - Matt Mayberry. Matt speaks candidly about his struggles with addiction as a teenager, his roller-coaster ride of emotions during his collegiate and professional football career, and the phone call from NY Times best-selling author Stedman Graham that changed his life forever! You will also learn Matt's Top Tips for DOMINATING Your Business and Life, How to Turn Your Failure...
#41 Meathead Manners, Traps Growin' Out Your Ears & Static Stretching Fears!
December 10, 2015 16:56Joe starts this week’s show with a unique lesson in etiquette, aka, "meathead manners". After his 15 minute rant is complete, he discusses the following training topics: Can Trap Bar Deadlifts replace Straight Bar Deadlifts?; Best supplemental lifts to compliment the Trap Bar Deadlift; Why "nobody gives a sh*t" about how much you shrug; How to tell if you're a "chickenhead shrugger"; Top 3 mistakes people make when training traps; Joe D's proven tips & tricks for getting more out of your shr...
#41 Meathead Manners, Traps Growin' Out Your Ears & Static Stretching Fears!
December 10, 2015 16:13 - 56 minutes - 78.1 MBJoe starts this weeks show with a unique lesson in etiquette, aka, "meathead manners". After his 15 minute rant is complete, he discusses the following training topics: Can Trap Bar Deadlifts replace Straight Bar Deadlifts?; Best supplemental lifts to compliment the Trap Bar Deadlift; Why "nobody gives a sh*t" about how much you shrug; How to tell if you're a "chickenhead shrugger"; Top 3 mistakes people make when training traps; Joe D's proven tips & tricks for getting more out of your shru...
#40 Dave Tate talks Life After Powerlifting, Training Around Injuries & Business Longevity
December 03, 2015 15:00 - 1 hour - 117 MBIn this weeks episode, Joe sits down with Elitefts.com Founder & CEO - Dave Tate. Here's a glimpse at just a few of the topics that Dave discussed during this conversation: Life after powerlifting and "finding your identity" once you're no longer competing; Advice for former athletes that "lost the love" of their sport and are now bitter about the sacrifices they made to compete, etc; The importance of knowing your "minimum strong" and what it means to your health, longevity and sanity; T...
#39 Donnie Thompson Talks Strength, Mobility, Fatbells...and his cold, hard "Ex-Wife"!
November 25, 2015 15:00 - 1 hour - 122 MBIn this weeks episode, Joe sits down with the first man to ever total 3000 pounds in the sport of Powerlifting - Donnie Thompson! Besides being one of the strongest men on earth, Donnie is also an innovator and trendsetter in the Strength & Conditioning industry. He's the creator of the Thompson Fatbell (a "kettlebell-like" implement with the handle re-positioned inside the bell), the Thompson FatBar, and the Thompson FatPad. But the "creation" that just may stand out more than all the rest ...
#38 How To Get Strong WITHOUT Gaining Weight
November 20, 2015 16:37 - 48 minutes - 66.9 MBIn this weeks podcast, Joe shares his top tips and dirty tricks for getting athletes strong, without having them add any mass. [If you train wrestlers, boxers, MMA athletes - or any other athlete that competes in a sport with weight classes - this episode is for you.] While listening to this episode, you will learn: The role diet plays when you need to gain strength without gaining mass; Set, rep, volume and rest recommendations when attempting to get strong [without getting big]; How/Why "w...
#37 Jason Ferruggia Talks Training, Marketing, Business...and the Jersey Shore!
November 12, 2015 15:00 - 1 hour - 114 MBIn this weeks episode, Joe talks shop with fitness and life strategist - Jason Ferruggia. Here's a list of just a few of the [many] things that were discussed: The importance of becoming the best at ONE thing and "referring out" for everything else; The biggest difference between how Jay trained athletes during his first 5 years in business and his last 5 years; Why it's important for older lifters to "get a pump" and pre-fatigue their muscles before hitting their "work sets"; Jay maps out t...
#36 10 [Popular] Exercises That Suck & How To Fix Them!
November 05, 2015 15:00 - 1 hour - 110 MBIn this weeks episode, Joe exposes 10 common exercises that suck [or can be problematic] and how you can make them better. Here's a list of the exercises that Joe analyzes and then fixes in this podcast: Upright Rows, Barbell Bench Press, Tricep Extensions, Leg Extensions, Leg Curls, RDL's, "Donkey Kicks" (glute activation), Front Lunges, Jump Squats & Broad Jumps, Steady-state cardio / Distance Running. [During this episode, Joe also describes a new variation of the Cuban Press that's guar...
#35 Uncommon Set/Rep Schemes Proven to Accelerate Gains!
October 29, 2015 14:00 - 1 hour - 96.2 MBIn this weeks episode, Joe helps you get out of the "3 sets of 10" rut by sharing some unique methods that'll make your training more fun and productive! While listening to this episode you will learn: How focussing on "total volume" [as opposed to a specific set/rep scheme] can help you overcome sticking points and pack on muscle like never before; Joe's specific formula for performing 2.5X the pull-up volume that you're usually capable of doing; How Joe uses "time" & "EMOM's" in his progra...
#34 The Champ is Here! [Interview w/ Charlie Guthrie, aka, Mr. STRONG BASTARD]
October 22, 2015 15:22 - 1 hour - 94.8 MBIn this weeks episode, Joe introduces the world to the very first "STRONG BASTARD 911 Transformation Challenge" winner - Charlie Guthrie. While listening to this interview, you will learn: What it felt like when Charlie "got the call" informing him he beat out 600+ people worldwide to win the 1st Annual STRONG BASTARD 911 CHALLENGE; The set-backs that Charlie had to overcome during the 11-week challenge; How Charlie worked two jobs, yet still "found the time" to train each and every day; The...
#33 Strength Training for Endurance Athletes
October 15, 2015 14:00 - 58 minutes - 80.3 MBIn this weeks episode, Joe explains how & why endurance athletes should be incorporating strength training into their physical preparation. While listening to this episode, you will learn: How Joe trained his first marathon runner and what he learned from that experience; The physical quality that should be at the base of every athlete's "athletic pyramid"; The single most overlooked component of training endurance athletes; The secret to crushing your Crossfit WOD; The biggest mistake ...
#32 The ONE THING Everyone Should Know About STRENGTH & HYPERTROPHY
October 08, 2015 14:00 - 1 hour - 99.4 MBIn this weeks episode, Joe shares a personal story about how two meatheads arguing at Home Depot gave him the idea for today's show. While listening to this podcast you will learn what Joe has discovered to be the SINGLE BIGGEST FACTOR for those looking to get JACKED and STRONG, respectively. Knowing these two things will accelerate your strength gains and transform your physique like never before! If you're someone who truly cares about your training, you will love [and appreciate] the in...
#31 In-Season Football Training...DeFranco-style!
October 01, 2015 14:00 - 54 minutes - 74.5 MBIn this weeks episode, Joe shares some of the secrets behind the massive success he's had training football players in-season. While listening to this episode, you will learn: The 2 key factors every in-season program should address; The biggest mistakes players make in-season [preventing them from achieving their goals]; How to manipulate the volume and intensity of your in-season workouts; The importance of understanding and incorporating Charlie Francis' "Fill the Glass" concept into yo...
#30 The TRUTH About Six-Pack Abs! [You've Been Lied To]
September 24, 2015 14:00 - 56 minutes - 77.3 MBOn this weeks show, Joe cuts through all of the fitness industry bullsh*t and reveals the truth regarding core training and developing "six-pack" abs. While listening to this podcast you will learn: The #1 function of the core [knowing this will have a dramatic affect on your training]; Why 99% of the core training DVD's and resources in the fitness industry are "missing the boat" regarding true core training; The method and the madness behind Joe D's simple [yet highly effective] "Core Trai...
#29 10 Ways to Spot a Bad Personal Trainer!
September 17, 2015 14:00 - 43 minutes - 60 MBIn this weeks episode, Joe exposes the bad coaches and personal trainers that infest the fitness industry. After listening to this weeks show, you'll know exactly how to distinguish the professionals from the wanna-bees!
#28 Why Removing Olympic Lifts From Your Program Will Make Your Athletes MORE Explosive
September 10, 2015 14:00 - 46 minutes - 64.3 MBIn this weeks episode, Joe D. explains why the Olympic lifts are NOT the best option for the majority of athletes looking to increase their explosive power. During his 45-minute rant, Joe explains: How to turn virtually any barbell exercise into an "explosive" lift; Other ways to train "triple extension" besides Olympic lifting; The single most important question that EVERY Strength & Conditioning coach must ask themselves before designing any program; How incorporating "idiot-proof" exercis...
#27 The Strength Template that Improves Speed, The Secret to Staying Jacked While Traveling & The Thing Everyone Should Know About Overhead Pressing
September 03, 2015 14:00 - 1 hour - 95.6 MBIn this weeks episode, Joe covers 3 unique topics in detail. These topics include: Why his athletes DON'T perform overhead presses; How to get jacked in a hotel room when you're pressed for time and have NO equipment; How his Lower Body Strength template evolved and why it's so effective for improving sprinting speed!