Latest Build muscle Podcast Episodes
Bonus Episode: Andy Baker on Mastering Strength Training Principles, Programming, and Progress
Wits & Weights | Nutrition, Lifting, Muscle, Metabolism, & Fat Loss - April 27, 2024 08:00 - 1 hour ★★★★ - 7 ratingsOn this classic episode (a replay of Ep 60), we’re examining the world of programming and coaching with my special guest, Andy Baker. We get into programming principles for lifters of different ages and experience levels, whether your goal is to improve strength, performance, or body composition...
Ep 167: Optimize Your Thyroid for Hormone Health, Metabolism, and Fat Loss with Haley Fountain
Wits & Weights | Nutrition, Lifting, Muscle, Metabolism, & Fat Loss - April 26, 2024 08:00 - 49 minutes ★★★★ - 7 ratingsAre you struggling with weight due to thyroid issues? Confused about the role of minerals in thyroid function? Do you need a roadmap for exercise and nutrition with a thyroid condition? Today, Philip (@witsandweights) welcomes Haley Fountain, a women's health coach who balances modern nutrition...
Quick Wits: The Surprising Reason You Don’t Look Like You Lift
Wits & Weights | Nutrition, Lifting, Muscle, Metabolism, & Fat Loss - April 25, 2024 08:00 - 7 minutes ★★★★ - 7 ratingsThink spending more time in the gym is how to look like you lift? Think again. There's one surprising reason that most people are doing that prevents them looking like they want to and getting results from all that hard work in the gym, and we're going to talk about that on today's Quick Wits. ...
Ep 166: The Body Recomposition Blueprint (Recomp to Build Muscle and Lose Fat at the Same Time)
Wits & Weights | Nutrition, Lifting, Muscle, Metabolism, & Fat Loss - April 23, 2024 08:00 - 49 minutes ★★★★ - 7 ratingsAre you feeling lost in the calorie counting maze for body recomposition? Struggling to juggle muscle gain and fat loss at the same time? Tired of the yo-yo effect after dieting? In this episode, Philip (@witsandweights) talks about body recomposition and strategies for muscle gain and fat loss...
Quick Wits: Maximize Upper Body Gains in Minimal Time (Intensity Techniques)
Wits & Weights | Nutrition, Lifting, Muscle, Metabolism, & Fat Loss - April 22, 2024 08:00 - 7 minutes ★★★★ - 7 ratingsIf you're pressed for time in the gym but you still want to make massive gains, learn about time-efficient training techniques to supercharge your upper body workouts. Ever feel like you're racing against the clock in the gym, trying to squeeze in those exercises? We're sharing the insider scoo...
Weekend Q&A: Stop Creatine to Drop Weight, Best Diet for Cholesterol, Building Muscle in Deficit with High Protein, Realistic Body Recomp
Wits & Weights | Nutrition, Lifting, Muscle, Metabolism, & Fat Loss - April 20, 2024 08:00 - 21 minutes ★★★★ - 7 ratingsShould you stop taking creatine to drop weight as a runner, and will it kill your gains? What is the best diet to lower your cholesterol? Can you still build lean muscle while on a calorie deficit, as long as the protein is high? And is body recomp realistic if you are 200 pounds, 5'10 with 25% ...
Ep 165: The Stealth Mind Trick to Turn Excuses Into ACTION with Paul Salter
Wits & Weights | Nutrition, Lifting, Muscle, Metabolism, & Fat Loss - April 19, 2024 08:00 - 53 minutes ★★★★ - 7 ratingsDo you struggle with self-sabotage, procrastination, or perfectionism? Are you looking for practical tips to address emotional eating and stress-related behaviors? Today, Philip (@witsandweights) welcomes back Paul Salter, an expert in hypno-mindset and performance coaching. A mentor, a friend...
Quick Wits: How to Use HRV (Heart Rate Variability) for Optimal Health and Performance
Wits & Weights | Nutrition, Lifting, Muscle, Metabolism, & Fat Loss - April 18, 2024 08:00 - 6 minutes ★★★★ - 7 ratingsHeart rate variability (HRV)...you may have heard of it, you may see it on your wearable device or phone app, and perhaps you're not sure exactly what it means or how to use that information. We are going to make HRV work for you and dive into the numbers that matter to unveil some of the strat...
Ep 164: Food Logging That Doesn’t Suck
Wits & Weights | Nutrition, Lifting, Muscle, Metabolism, & Fat Loss - April 16, 2024 08:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★ - 7 ratingsDoes the idea of food logging stress you out? Do you feel guilty or overwhelmed about tracking food? Or is it a source of freedom and control? In this episode, Philip (@witsandweights) discusses making food logging a positive and helpful experience. He emphasizes the importance of approaching ...
Quick Wits: Food Restriction vs. Deprivation for Guilt-Free Eating
Wits & Weights | Nutrition, Lifting, Muscle, Metabolism, & Fat Loss - April 15, 2024 08:00 - 7 minutes ★★★★ - 7 ratingsWhen it comes to food and nutrition, there is a fine line between RESTRICTION and DEPRIVATION. We dive into how to make empowering choices that align with your goals without sacrificing the joy of eating on today's Quick Wits. Also, this is the last week to enroll in Wits & Weights Physique Uni...
Bonus Episode: 3 Simple Ways to Achieve a Fitter, Leaner Body in Midlife
Wits & Weights | Nutrition, Lifting, Muscle, Metabolism, & Fat Loss - April 13, 2024 08:00 - 41 minutes ★★★★ - 7 ratingsHave you ever chased the number on the scale only to find yourself back at square one? This conversation is from my appearance on Megan Dahlman's podcast, Self Care Simplified. Megan invited me on her podcast to dig into the strategies that actually work for sustainable fat loss, especially fo...
Ep 163: The Most Important, Overlooked Secret to Sculpting a Body You'll Love with Kate Galli
Wits & Weights | Nutrition, Lifting, Muscle, Metabolism, & Fat Loss - April 12, 2024 08:00 - 59 minutes ★★★★ - 7 ratingsWhat is the most important thing in your life and how can you take care of that to create a body you'll love? Philip (@witsandweights) has a special guest, Kate Galli, on the show today. Kate brings a unique perspective to self-care, emphasizing the importance of being in the best physical and ...
Quick Wits: How to Train, Warmup, and Avoid Missing Reps in Your Workouts
Wits & Weights | Nutrition, Lifting, Muscle, Metabolism, & Fat Loss - April 11, 2024 08:00 - 9 minutes ★★★★ - 7 ratingsFREE PHYSIQUE-BASED WORKOUT PROGRAMS! On today's Quick Wits, we are answering questions about how to train, how to warm up your lift, how to choose an initial load so that you can get all the reps but not go too lightly, how to rest so you get sufficient time between sets, how to progress, and ...
Ep 162: Bodybuilding for Everyday Lifters Who Want to Build Their Dream Physique
Wits & Weights | Nutrition, Lifting, Muscle, Metabolism, & Fat Loss - April 09, 2024 08:00 - 1 hour ★★★★ - 7 ratingsAre you tired of feeling self-conscious about your body and ready to finally achieve that impressive, muscular physique you've always dreamed of? What basic principles can guide your bodybuilding journey? What progress can you expect from bodybuilding over time? How does bodybuilding benefit yo...
Quick Wits: The Best Workout Program and Days Per Week for YOUR Training Level
Wits & Weights | Nutrition, Lifting, Muscle, Metabolism, & Fat Loss - April 08, 2024 08:00 - 9 minutes ★★★★ - 7 ratingsFREE PHYSIQUE-BASED WORKOUT PROGRAMS! Have you ever asked yourself what skill level am I when it comes to workout programming for strength training and how many days a week should I work out to get the best results? We are covering all that and more on today's Quick Wits. Plus: Get a free mon...
Weekend Q&A: Preserving Muscle Mass After Injury or Illness and Increasing Your Metabolism
Wits & Weights | Nutrition, Lifting, Muscle, Metabolism, & Fat Loss - April 06, 2024 08:00 - 12 minutes ★★★★ - 7 ratingsWhen you're forced to take a break from training due to injury or illness, how long does it take before muscle loss begins to occur? And how do I get more muscle to increase my metabolism? We are answering two questions today: When forced to take a break from training due to injury or illness,...
Ep 161: The Bioenergetic Solution to Low Energy and Chronic Health Issues with Jay Feldman
Wits & Weights | Nutrition, Lifting, Muscle, Metabolism, & Fat Loss - April 05, 2024 08:00 - 59 minutes ★★★★ - 7 ratingsCan a carb-rich, high-calorie diet boost our metabolism? What are the real effects of fasting on our energy levels? How can lifestyle choices impact our mood and overall health? In today’s episode, Philip (@witsandweights) is joined by Jay Feldman. Jay is a health coach and host of The Energy B...
Quick Wits: Why Going It Alone is Killing Your Gains
Wits & Weights | Nutrition, Lifting, Muscle, Metabolism, & Fat Loss - April 04, 2024 08:00 - 7 minutes ★★★★ - 7 ratingsHave you ever felt like you are doing all the things right on your fitness journey for your health, your nutrition, your training...but something's missing? And that something is support or other people or someone to share it with? A lot of us are in that 5% percent of people that are really g...
Ep 160: Why “Eat Less, Move More” Is Terrible Advice for Your Metabolism, Hormones, and Fat Loss
Wits & Weights | Nutrition, Lifting, Muscle, Metabolism, & Fat Loss - April 02, 2024 08:00 - 45 minutes ★★★★ - 7 ratingsHow often have you been told to “eat less, move more” to lose weight? Does this advice have any merit whatsoever? Today, Philip (@witsandweights) goes over the real reasons holding you back from sustainable fat loss and optimal metabolic health, and it’s NOT because you’re not doing enough exer...
Quick Wits: Try THIS to Finally Smash Your Fitness Plateaus
Wits & Weights | Nutrition, Lifting, Muscle, Metabolism, & Fat Loss - April 01, 2024 08:00 - 6 minutes ★★★★ - 7 ratingsWhat if there's a mental shift that you can make right now that would make it even easier to break through plateaus and reach and smash your fitness goals? In today's Quick Wits as we explore this little shift in your approach that will give you massive results. -- “Quick Wits” are short, 3-...
Bonus Episode: Forget What You Thought You Knew About Cardio and Strength Training
Wits & Weights | Nutrition, Lifting, Muscle, Metabolism, & Fat Loss - March 30, 2024 08:00 - 28 minutes ★★★★ - 7 ratingsThis conversation is from my appearance on Jen Rulon's podcast, The Everyday Healthy Human. Jen invited me on her podcast to discuss the importance of evidence-based fitness and nutrition, debunk the need for excessive cardio to lose weight, and emphasize the benefits of lifting heavy. You’ll l...
Ep 159: Change How You "Train Hard" Forever with Natural Bodybuilder Steve Hall
Wits & Weights | Nutrition, Lifting, Muscle, Metabolism, & Fat Loss - March 29, 2024 08:00 - 1 hour ★★★★ - 7 ratingsWhat does it mean to "train hard"? Is it training to failure, progressive overload, intensity, something else? Find out the answers in today's episode. Today, Steve Hall, the founder of Revive Stronger, a seasoned natural bodybuilder and podcast host, shares his expertise on essential training ...
Quick Wits: Dr. Gabrielle Lyon on Muscle vs. Weight Loss for Metabolic Health and Longevity
Wits & Weights | Nutrition, Lifting, Muscle, Metabolism, & Fat Loss - March 28, 2024 08:00 - 6 minutes ★★★★ - 7 ratingsWhen it comes to long-term health, vitality, body composition and avoiding metabolic disease and obesity, there is one thing that matters above all and is a complete game changer... It's NOT weight loss. Forget what you've been told about weight loss being the holy grail of health. This episod...
Ep 158: The Science of Hunger and 9 Hacks to Outsmart Your Appetite (Especially in Fat Loss!)
Wits & Weights | Nutrition, Lifting, Muscle, Metabolism, & Fat Loss - March 26, 2024 08:00 - 36 minutes ★★★★ - 7 ratingsWhy does hunger strike when you're cutting calories? Do you want to know the best way to curb hunger during fat loss? In this episode, Philip (@witsandweights) dives into the fascinating world of hunger, the science behind it, and how it affects your fat loss journey. He talks about the hunger...
Quick Wits: Food Abundance and The Positive, Nurturing Act of Eating
Wits & Weights | Nutrition, Lifting, Muscle, Metabolism, & Fat Loss - March 25, 2024 08:00 - 5 minutes ★★★★ - 7 ratingsDon't eat this, don't eat that. Are you sick and tired of all the don'ts when it comes to diet? All the no's and the can't's and the bad's? We're getting rid of all of that. We're going to flip things around and explore additive nutrition. This is a liberating, freeing approach to focusing on w...
Bonus Episode: Introducing Wits & Weights Physique University
Wits & Weights | Nutrition, Lifting, Muscle, Metabolism, & Fat Loss - March 23, 2024 08:00 - 37 minutes ★★★★ - 7 ratingsAre you frustrated with a lack of progress, even though you've been working hard? Maybe you've been going to the gym, tracking your food, or trying to improve your diet. In this episode, Philip is going to introduce something to you that's coming out soon that could very well change the way th...
Ep 157: Bill Campbell on Aggressive Dieting, Dirty Bulking, and Keto Effects on Muscle Building
Wits & Weights | Nutrition, Lifting, Muscle, Metabolism, & Fat Loss - March 22, 2024 08:00 - 56 minutes ★★★★ - 7 ratingsWhat practical tips can you implement to lose fat as quickly as possible? How does a keto diet impact muscle-building? Dr. Bill Campbell, director of the Performance & Physique Enhancement lab at USF, is back on the show today. He was on the show in episode 92, where they discussed the latest f...
Quick Wits: The Fat Loss Protocol for Shedding Pounds Without Sacrificing Muscle
Wits & Weights | Nutrition, Lifting, Muscle, Metabolism, & Fat Loss - March 21, 2024 08:00 - 12 minutes ★★★★ - 7 ratingsWant the secret to designing a fat loss diet that preserves muscle while shredding pounds? Today we break down the key components of a well-designed fat loss plan, including the calorie deficit, protein intake, strength training and recovery. We're going to walk through a hypothetical client's ...
Ep 156: How to Lose 1,000 Pounds
Wits & Weights | Nutrition, Lifting, Muscle, Metabolism, & Fat Loss - March 19, 2024 08:00 - 44 minutes ★★★★ - 7 ratingsWhat would it take to lose 1,000 pounds? Find out the surprising truth about dieting and discover a radically different, evidence-based approach to transforming your body composition. In this episode, Philip (@witsandweights) talks about breaking the cycle of dieting and weight regain, strengt...
Quick Wits: Are Six-Pack Abs Really Made in the Kitchen? 5 Steps to a Strong, Shredded, Core
Wits & Weights | Nutrition, Lifting, Muscle, Metabolism, & Fat Loss - March 18, 2024 08:00 - 10 minutes ★★★★ - 7 ratingsWhat is the secret to sculpting eye-catching six-pack abs? It is not just about dieting. Abs can be made in the kitchen to an extent, but in this episode we are going to dive into 5 practical strategies that we use in our evidence-based coaching to help clients achieve a strong, shredded and fun...
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