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Joe DeFranco's Industrial Strength Show

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#223 Creating New & Improved Football Conditioning Tests [w/ Cameron Josse]

This week's show gets off to a rough start as Joe shares his recent cell phone (Sprint) problems with Cameron. This leads to a brief discussion about customer service, giving 100% at work...and pumping your own gas?!? After Joe's rant is out of the way, he and Cam get down to business! Together, they discuss how they can improve the out-dated, flawed football conditioning tests that have been around throughout their lifetime, i.e., half-gassers, 16 110's and the 300-yard shuttle. During this episode, you will get to be a "fly on the wall" as Joe & Cam discuss the latest research, time-motion analysis and their personal experiences training thousands of football players. By the end of the show they create new, easy-to-apply, position-specific football conditioning tests that coaches and trainers around the world can now implement!! For Show Notes & Timestamps goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

Jul 11, 20191h 25m

#222 Is Joe Ending the Podcast & Getting Back into the Gym Biz Full Time?!

In this very random "Independence Day edition" of the podcast Joe reads an emotional iTunes review, shares a personal story about a potential career change/opportunity, reveals [what he feels] is the most neglected muscle in the human body (then explains why & how he's currently prioritizing this muscle in his training)...plus BIG ANNOUNCEMENTS regarding DeFranco's Nutritional Supplements & the next CPPS course at the WWE Performance Center!! For Show Notes & Timestamps goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com To register for a CPPS course goto: www.cppscoaches.com/schedule To purchase DeFranco's Nutritional Supplements goto: www.DeFrancosNutrition.com

Jul 4, 20191h 10m

#221 Dr. Jordan Shallow is Bigger, Stronger & Smarter Than You... so Listen Up!

This week Joe is joined by one of the brightest minds in the fitness industry - Dr. Jordan Shallow. Jordan doesn't only "talk the talk" (he's a chiropractor and biomechanics savant) but, he also "walks the walk" (with a 727lb squat & 755lb deadlift). Highlights from this episode include: Jordan's original career trajectory; Getting "buy in" from your clients and peers; Jordan's "Go To" assessments for new clients; The difference between strength and stability; The difference between mobility and flexibility; Muscle integration vs muscle isolation; Programming (and loading) unilateral exercises; Structuring an effective workout/warm-up; Optimization vs Adaptation; "Drones" vs "Mavericks" in the fitness industry; What is 'Pre-Script'...and much, Much MORE! For Show Notes & Timestamps goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

Jun 27, 20191h 28m

Title: #220 Birthdays, Work-Life Balance...and Joe Gets Called a Scam Artist?!

This week Joe celebrates his 44th birthday, shares his thoughts on work-life "balance", and reads an email that wasn't meant to be read publicly! For Show Notes & Timestamps go to www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

Jun 20, 20191h 28m

#219 How To Get Strong AF Without Gaining Weight, Best Bilateral/Unilateral Exercise Pairings & MORE!

This week Joe focusses his attention on 2 main topics. He uses the majority of the show to detail how it's possible to improve an athlete's strength & power (without having them gain any weight). He concludes his in-depth answer to the 1st question by sharing his favorite/proven strength template for "weight class" athletes. For the 2nd topic, Joe gives his "bilateral:unilateral programming ratio", plus the best way to pair specific bilateral & unilateral exercises. This episode is PACKED with useful takeaway's for any strength coach, personal trainer or fitness fanatic! For Show Notes & Timestamps visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

Jun 13, 20191h 1m

#218 Developing Strength in "Less Than Ideal" Positions, Progressive Overload Methods for Older Lifters & MORE!

This week Joe is joined by CPPS Co-Founder Jim "Smitty" Smith & CPPS instructor Brian Oberther. Together, they continue the Instagram Q&A that Joe started last week. Highlights of this episode include: How/Why Joe & Smitty created the DeFranco Insider; Advice for trainers who work at commercial gyms, yet don't agree with the gym's training philosophy; Home equipment recommendations to replace a lat pulldown/cable unit; Smitty's favorite strength challenges; The most important factor when trying to lose fat; Progressive overload methods for older lifters; How to become a coach of VALUE; Developing strength in "less than ideal" ranges of motion; How to incorporate the Slingshot into the SB911 program; How to do 100 push-ups in a row; The difference between pushing a sled/prowler with straight arms vs bent arms; Bad dad jokes...and Much MORE! For Show Notes & Timestamps visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

Jun 6, 20191h 21m

#217 Attracting Famous Clients, Fixing Golfer's Elbow, Go-To Exercises for Grapplers & MUCH MORE!!

This week Joe performs a massive Q&A (answering 15+ questions!) Topics covered include: Joe's thoughts on CrossFit deleting their Facebook & IG pages; Best business advice Joe's ever received; Does Triple H's lack of sleep affect his ability to recover; Joe's favorite "functional" bodyweight movements; Go-To exercises for grapplers; Joe's favorite ice cream flavor...and song(s); Should general pop clients train for power; The Fix for Golfer's Elbow; How to effectively train for both power & aerobic endurance simultaneously; Should pregnant women continue to train throughout their pregnancy; Best way to bring up a lagging body part; Training after having a newborn baby/babies; How do you land famous clients; How long does it take to improve an athlete's 40 or 60-yard-dash time; Similarities & differences between training general pop clients & athletes; The most influential "non-fitness" people in Joe's life; Organizing a summer football S&C program if kids have to train Monday through Thursday (with Friday, Saturday & Sunday off)....and MORE! For Show Notes & Timestamps goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

May 30, 20191h 36m

#216 Programming Box Jumps & Strongman Exercises, Plus a Unique Approach to Overcoming Imbalances!

This week Joe covers 3 main topics: Proper Execution & Programming of Box Jumps (including set, rep & volume recommendations); Joe's Favorite Strongman Exercises and How You Can Incorporate Them Into YOUR Program; A Unique/Aggressive Way to Strengthen Your Weaker Limb... Plus a T-Shirt Giveaway Announcement! For Show Notes & Timestamps goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

May 23, 20191h 24m

#215 How To Program Hill Sprints, HIIT Workouts & Isometrics for Maximal Results!

This week Joe goes in-depth on how to properly program Hill Sprints, HIIT Training & Isometrics. He covers the common mistakes made by most trainers/lifters, then explains specifically how he's incorporated each of these methods into his own training (along with thousands of his clients) to produce the best possible results! For Show Notes & Timestamps goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

May 16, 20191h 30m

#214 The Mind Pump Crew Speaks Out About CrossFit, Insecurities in the Fitness Industry & More!

WORLDS COLLIDE as Joe finally sits down with Mind Pump hosts - Sal Di Stefano, Adam Schafer & Justin Andrews! Together, they discuss a wide range of topics including: How/Why the Mind Pump crew came together; Insecurities in the fitness industry; Mind Pump's most controversial episode topics (hello, CrossFit); Female strength training myths; The importance of being authentic & not "editing" yourself online; Social media "influencers"; Why Joe D. & Mind Pump DON'T attend Fitness Expos (although that may soon change); The relationship between health & aesthetics...and much Much MORE! For Show Notes & Timestamps goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

May 9, 20191h 34m

#213 From Undrafted to 10-Year NFL Vet! [Andrew Sendejo interview]

This week, Joe & Cameron sit down with former Minnesota Viking and current Philadelphia Eagles safety - Andrew Sendejo. Highlights from this conversation include: Andrew's link to DeFranco's Gym; What it's like being an undrafted rookie free agent in an NFL training camp; Biggest set-back of Andrew's career (and how he got through it); The different mindset needed in the pros (compared to college); How Andrew has tweaked his training after numerous injuries & back surgery; Andrew's GO-TO exercises for developing strength & power (without overly stressing his body); Andrew's 2 favorite post-practice stretches; Daily habits/rituals that have contributed to Andrew's success...and Much MORE! For Show Notes & Timestamps goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

May 2, 20191h 27m

#212 The Mind-Muscle Connection: Important for Athletes or Waste of Time?

Joe opens the show with 2 exciting announcements then gets into this week's Q&A. Main topics covered on today's show include: How to deal with negative clients; The importance of training your good limb(s) when injured; Is the Mind-Muscle connection important for athletes; Joe's definition of "Success"...and More! For Show Notes & Timestamps goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com To purchase a new DeFranco tee goto www.DeFrancoShop.com To learn more about today's sponsor goto www.SaxxUnderwear.com

Apr 25, 20191h 13m

#211 Joe Provides Valuable Answers to Stupid Questions!

Joe does his best to "make chicken salad out of chicken sh*t" during this week's solo Q&A. While today's questions may not be the greatest; Joe does end up providing invaluable information on the following topics: Best "elevator pitch" warm-up & workout advice for personal trainers; The most neglected aspect of training "athletes"; The changes Triple H made to his diet leading up to this year's Wrestlemania; The "quick fix" for chronic low back tightness...and more! For Show Notes & Timestamps visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

Apr 18, 201956 min

#210 Brooklyn Banter! (Joe D, Jay Ferruggia & Sean Hayes Talk Training, WWE & More!)

After giving a recap of his Wrestlemania weekend, Joe is joined by Jay Ferruggia & Sean Hayes. Together they discuss training, coaching, nutrition...and have a few laughs (thanks to Sean's incredible WWE impersonations)! For Show Notes & Timestamps goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com To register for our next CPPS course goto www.CPPScoaches.com/schedule

Apr 11, 20191h 28m

Title: #209 Developing Strong, Fast, Resilient NFL Players w/ NY Giants Strength Coach Aaron Wellman

This week Joe & Cameron both sit down and talk shop with NY Giants Strength Coach Aaron Wellman. Highlights from their conversation include: The biggest difference between working with college vs NFL players; Programming for large groups of athletes, different positions & different conditioning levels; Off-season training vs In-season training; Managing on-field & off-field stress; Aaron's training philosophy; How to get players/clients to "buy in" to your program; FrEaK athlete stories...and Much MORE! For Show Notes & Timestamps visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

Apr 4, 20191h 9m

#208 From Wings to Rings: How Liv Morgan Went From Hooters to the WWE!

Liv Morgan makes her first-ever podcast appearance and shares the incredible story of how she became a WWE superstar! For Show Notes & Timestamps goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

Mar 28, 20191h 18m

#207 The Single Best Form of Exercise As We Age, Preventing Muscle Loss While Dieting & More!

This week, Joe provides in-depth answers to 3 different questions. Topics include: What's the best strength & conditioning "program" for a coach to implement at the high school level?; The keys to preventing muscle loss while dieting; What's the single best form of exercise to perform as you age (and why)? For Show Notes & Timestamps goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

Mar 21, 20191h 23m

#206 Sled/Prowler Training Guidelines for EVERY Goal!

Joe is back from Seattle and he has answered YOUR request for a FULL Sled Training podcast! During this jam-packed episode Joe reveals his favorite sled exercises & techniques for increasing strength, packing on muscle, sprinting faster, conditioning/fat loss and speeding up the recovery process! For Show Notes & Timestamps goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

Mar 14, 20191h 31m

#205 NFL Combine Talk, Heavy Sled Pushes/Pulls & Joe D's "Nutrition Priority Pyramid"!

Joe kicks off the show by sharing his thoughts on one of the most notable performances at this year's NFL Combine. He then talks about the difference between pushing vs dragging a sled and how to determine the optimal load for "heavy ass sled drags". The final 20 minutes of the show is dedicated to Joe creating his "Nutrition Priority Pyramid". For Show Notes & Timestamps goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

Mar 7, 20191h 14m

#204 The 4-Minute Morning Mobility Routine...Plus an Epic Rant on "Fitness Influencers"!

Joe kicks off this week's show with a quick recap of Saturday's coaching seminar with Jordan Syatt. After recognizing the incredible group of coaches & trainers that attended the seminar, Joe is reminded of the "other side" of the industry (which consists of frauds & scam artists). This leads to an epic rant regarding the recent situation involving "fitness influencer" Brittany Dawn. After Joe's rant, the second half of the show is dedicated to answering 2 training questions. These 2 questions include: Joe's 4-Minute Morning Mobility Routine and The Secret "Extra Workout" for Improving Vertical Jump Height. For Show Notes & Timestamps goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com To learn more about AMPED WARM-UP 3.0 goto www.Ampedwarmup.com/new

Feb 28, 20191h 19m

#203 Causes of High Estrogen in Men: You've Been Lied To! [Dr. Johanan Rand interview]

Joe kicks off this week's show by announcing the launch of AMPED 3.0! (https://www.ampedwarmup.com/new/) He is then joined by Dr. Johanan Rand of Healthy-Aging Medical Centers. Highlights from their conversation include: The importance of getting over your "confirmation bias"; Understanding the difference between causation vs association; The BENEFITS of estrogen in men; Is there an estrogen level "sweet spot" for men?; Why menopausal women have an increased rate of heart disease; How much testosterone is too much?; The shocking story of how doctors determined what is considered a "normal" testosterone range; Best ways to increase testosterone naturally...and Much MORE! For Show Notes & Timestamps goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

Feb 21, 20191h 20m

#202 How To Run Your Business Like A Rock Star [w/ Paul Reddick]

Paul Reddick makes his 3rd appearance on the Industrial Strength Show! This time around, he and Joe discuss the following topics: Paul's initial advice to "broken" trainers who ask for his help; The Banksy's "shredded painting incident" and how it relates to YOUR "art"/business; How to "create from your hate"; How do business owners know who their first employee should be?; 2X thinking vs 10X thinking (which is better?); The HUGE MISTAKE all trainers make; Things that create "focus" vs things that create "procrastination"; Two tests every business owner should take before hiring someone; The dangers of copying, comparing & competing...and Much MORE! For Show Notes & Timestamps goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com CPPS [Online] Football Cert registration: https://www.cppsacademy.com/football/

Feb 14, 20191h 19m

#201 How To Get Stronger & Remain Healthier by Changing Your Mindset [w/ Jordan Syatt]

This week Jordan Syatt makes his second appearance on the Industrial Strength Show! Topics of discussion include: Joe & Jordan's NYC Seminar Announcement; The proper mindset needed to lift maximal weights; How to overcome the fear of getting injured in the weight room; When you should (or shouldn't) get "hyped up" for a workout; The ONE THING Joe would change about his original storage closet gym; The definition of a true "gym badass"; The problem with relying on pre-workouts/stimulants; Building strength vs testing strength; Joe shares his first experience on a "westside-inspired" program; Joe & Jordan's tried & true Programming Principles...and Much MORE! To reserve a spot at Joe & Jordan's NYC seminar, click here: https://syattfitness.lpages.co/coaching-seminar-jordan-syatt-and-joe-defranco/ For Show Notes & Timestamps visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

Feb 7, 20191h 20m

#200 Did I Change My View on "Unstable Training"? [Plus other polarizing topics w/ Cam Josse]

Joe kicks off this historic episode by thanking his audience and announcing the details of his "200th episode contest/giveaway!" After the intro, Cameron Josse joins Joe and together they discuss some of the most polarizing topics in the industry. These topics include: Unstable Training; Improving on-field agility; Youth development & sports specialization; "Internet experts"...and Much MORE! For Show Notes & Timestamps visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

Jan 31, 20191h 29m

#199 The Push-up to Bench Press Ratio That Nobody's Talking About!

Joe kicks off this week's show with a "PSA" regarding...skin health?! He then answers an in-depth 2-part question from one of his listeners. Specific topics of discussion include: Why Joe rarely incorporates overhead pressing into his programs; The back-story behind Joe's famous "shoulder shocker" circuits; Joe reveals his "bench press to push-up" programming ratio; The importance of proper "scapulohumeral rhythm"; How to perform a PROPER push-up (NOTE: You're probably doing it wrong!); How to incorporate today's show information into the "Wenning Warm-up"; Joe's favorite foods for bulking on a budget (including the "secret" protein shake ingredient Joe's athletes benefitted from for decades)...and Much MORE! For Show Notes & Timestamps visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

Jan 24, 20191h 18m

#198 Building Strong, Resilient Firefighters & Soldiers w/ Matt Wenning

This week Joe is joined by record-setting powerlifter, private strength coach and owner of Ludus Magnus gym - Matt Wenning. Topics of their conversation include: How Matt got his first opportunity working with members of our military; How Matt helped identify weaknesses in thousands of soldiers; The benefits of the "Wenning Warm-up"; Why Matt prefers a Conjugate system; How to keep your training intensity high without overtraining; The biggest difference between training policeman & firefighters vs members of the military; Implementing "traction-based" exercises (and why they're important); Matt's "Go To" exercises & equipment; Most common mistakes most lifters make...and much, Much MORE! For Show Notes & Timestamps goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

Jan 17, 20191h 19m

#197 The 8 Most Effective Strength Exercises of All Time!

Joe kicks off this week's show with 5 announcements regarding future projects, seminars and podcasts. He then shares an interaction he had with a listener he met at Whole Foods... This segue's into an important lesson for all personal trainers, coaches, business owners and leaders. The second half of the show is spent determining the 8 most effective strength exercises of all time. These exercises are based on 4 main criteria: minimal technical skill, maximal muscular recruitment, "joint-friendliness" & practicality. For Show Notes & Timestamps goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

Jan 10, 20191h 5m

#196 How To Recover Faster Between Workouts!

Joe starts the show by sharing his thoughts on how his audience should approach their training & nutrition during future holidays. He then thanks the audience for their incredible feedback regarding last week's [emotional] show. After the 15-minute intro, Joe begins to discuss this week's training topic. Included in the conversation are Joe's Top 6 ways to speed up the recovery process between workouts. For Show Notes & Timestamps visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

Jan 3, 20191h 38m

#195 The Biggest Change I'm Making in 2019

Joe kicks off the show by giving an update on the bet he had with Christian Woodford (and his potential trip to Australia). He then gets emotional as he describes the biggest change he'll be making in 2019. (He encourages his audience to make the same change as well.) For Show Notes & Timestamps goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

Dec 27, 20181h 4m

#194 Christian Woodford - Australia's Most Passionate Coach - Invades the Industrial Strength Show!

This week Joe sits down with Australian strength coach & gym owner - Christian Woodford. Christian flew across the globe just to be a guest on the Industrial Strength Show...and he's FIRED UP to talk to Joe! Topics of conversation include: How Christian is going to get Joe to Australia; The difference between the American & Australian private sector gyms; The importance of injury prevention when training athletes; "Heavy Ass Sled Drags" in athletic development; Understanding the ART versus the SCIENCE of coaching; Christian's first interaction with Joe D; How the CPPS course helps change coaches lives; The trials & tribulations of being a business owner; How Christian's social media campaign got him on the Industrial Strength Show...and much, Much MORE! For Show Notes & Timestamps goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

Dec 20, 20182h 0m

#193 Jordan Syatt talks Training Philosophy, Productivity and Life Lessons from Louie Simmons & Gary Vaynerchuk!

This week Joe has an extremely informative (and entertaining) conversation with Gary Vaynerchuk's personal trainer - Jordan Syatt. Highlights from their discussion include: Jordan's first trip to Westside Barbell to meet Louie Simmons; The life-changing advice that Louie gave Jordan; Jordan's overall training philosophy; How Jordan trains Gary Vaynerchuk to FEEL better; The #1 thing Jordan has learned from spending time with Gary V; Jordan's top productivity tips...and much, Much MORE! For Show Notes & Timestamps visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

Dec 13, 20181h 23m

#192 The REAL Recipe for Getting "Shaped & Toned" w/ WWE & ESPN On-Air Personality Charly Arnolt

This week's show was recorded on location in NYC at CrossFit Solace (where Joe spoke at a "mental health" charity event benefitting the Alzheimer's Association). During the event, Joe was able to sit down and chat with WWE interviewer & ESPN on-air personality Charly Arnolt, aka, "Charly Caruso". Topics of conversation include: How Charly got involved with the WWE (and more recently, ESPN); How Charly fits training into her busy travel schedule; How lifting HEAVY and eating MORE has helped Charly get LEANER; How to stay motivated in a "social media world" where everything is filtered; Charly's best productivity tips...and Much MORE! [You'll also hear Joe's longtime friend & colleague Jay Ferruggia join in on this week's conversation!] *For Show Notes & Timestamps visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

Dec 6, 20181h 11m

#191 Joe D's Blueprint for Improving Chin-up Strength, Creed 2 Review & More!

Joe kicks off this week's show with an honest, uncensored review of the movie, "Creed 2". He then moves into the "training" portion of the podcast where he provides his blueprint for improving chin-up performance and then answers a very uniquely-asked question about "training longevity". For specific Show Notes & Timestamps goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

Nov 29, 20181h 21m

#190 Fist Fights on Black Friday, Favorite Foods & Family! [Thanksgiving w/ the DeFranco's!]

This week's show gets off to a rough start when Joe can't figure out how to properly use his new recording equipment. (Thankfully, he still had his old equipment so he reverted back to that.) After addressing the audio issue - Joe, Ashley, George & Lucy gather around the dinner table to answer YOUR questions! Topics of conversation include: Getting into fights on Black Friday; What George D. DOESN'T like about his; Ashley's first meeting with Joe's parents; Favorite Thanksgiving Day foods; Joe's most embarrassing moments...and Much MORE! For Show Notes & Timestamps visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

Nov 22, 20181h 20m

#189 The Incredible Story of 3X Olympian Reese Hoffa!

Reese Hoffa flew from Georgia to New Jersey (just for the DAY) to appear on this week's Industrial Strength Show! You won't find too many people with this level of commitment and dedication, but then again, Reese Hoffa isn't your "average" human being. He's a 3X Olympian (Shot Put), bronze medalist in the 2012 Olympics, 2X world champion, and ranked Top 3 in the world for 10 consecutive years! But, if you think Reese's physical strength and athletic accomplishments are the most impressive things about him, you're wrong! Reese has one of the most incredible 'life stories' you will ever hear. In fact, at one point in the podcast, Reese's story had Joe D. at a loss for words (and that never happens lol). Besides hearing Reese's childhood story - other topics of discussion include: The exercises that Reese feels had the highest carryover to the Shot Put; Life after the Olympic games (Does anything compare?); The coping mechanisms Reese used to help him get through his toughest times; The "Forge" (body tempering tool) that Reese co-created...and Much MORE! For Show Notes & Timestamps goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

Nov 15, 20181h 23m

#188 The TRUTH About Young Athletes Who Specialize Too Soon & Joe D's Favorite Gangster Movie Scene!

Joe kicks off the podcast by thanking everyone for the overwhelming response to last week's show. He then announces this month's CPPS Level 2 certification course (which somehow segues into a discussion about his favorite gangster movie scene). You can't make this stuff up lol! For the remainder of the show, Joe shares his thoughts on young athletes who specialize in one sport too soon. This discussion includes: The role of the parents; What kids should be doing from the ages of 6-12; The best age to start "specializing"; The importance of working an "off-season" into the yearly plan; Joe's message to "crazy parents"...and Much MORE! For Show Notes & Timestamps go to www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

Nov 8, 20181h 15m

#187 The #1 Reason I'm Embarrassed To Call Myself a "Personal Trainer"

This week Joe receives an email from a personal trainer who is frustrated with his clientele's lack of motivation and constant complaining. He wants to transition from working with unmotivated "general population" clients to self-motivated athletes - so he asks for Joe's advice. This leads to a classic "Joe D. rant" on the personal training industry. Topics of the rant include: Why Joe is embarrassed to call himself a "personal trainer"; The #1 mistake personal trainers make with new clients (and what they SHOULD be doing instead); How to get your clients excited about training with you; The difference between "working out" vs "training"; Consistency vs Intensity; The importance of getting into a "flow state" when training...and Much MORE! For Show Notes & Timestamps visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

Nov 1, 20181h 2m

#186 Joe Reacts to Mean Comments, Dealing with Criticism & More!

This week Joe receives a heartfelt email from a young gym owner who is struggling with the amount of criticism he's received since opening his gym. In an attempt to make him feel better (and put things into perspective) Joe asks Ashley to read some negative comments and criticism that's been directed towards him throughout the years. Joe then reacts to the comments, reveals WHO & WHERE most "troll comments" come from, and provides advice on how to properly deal with negativity/criticism. While this episode provides its fair share of laughs, there are also a lot of positive takeaways and lessons to be learned. For specific Show Notes & Timestamps goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

Oct 25, 20181h 22m

#185 Phil Daru talks MMA Training, How To Get Sh*t Done & More!

This week Joe sits down with the head strength & conditioning coach of American Top Team (MMA gym) - Phil Daru. Topics of discussion include: Phil's favorite assessments for fighters; Implementing an MMA S&C program without overtraining the fighters; The #1 physical trait most fighters lack; Why Phil doesn't have his fighter's perform the Olympic lifts; Phil's foundational exercises for developing strength; How much time does Phil spend on "conditioning" with his fighters; Phil reveals his top "weight room savages"; Secrets to keeping "high energy athletes" busy - without overtraining them; Phil's top productivity tips...and Much MORE! For Show Notes & Timestamps visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

Oct 18, 20181h 8m

#184 Top 3 Methods for Getting Strong AF & Joe retracts a statement from last week's show!

Joe kicks off the show by explaining why he's in such a good mood. He then provides an opportunity for his audience to win a FREE Iron Neck! After the show intro, Joe retracts a statement he made last week. He follows up his retraction by providing his REAL stance on "extensive warm-ups" and those who feel they're a waste of time. After clarifying his stance on the "warm-up situation", Joe spends the majority of the show explaining his 3 favorite methods for developing maximal strength. He concludes the podcast by answering one final question about the role mobility plays in powerlifting. For Show Notes & Timestamps goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com.

Oct 11, 20181h 21m

#183 The Most Misunderstood Aspect of Training Elite Athletes [Q&A w/ Joe D. & Smitty]

After wrapping up their AMPED 3.0 DVD shoot, Joe D. & Smitty hop on the mic to answer YOUR questions! Topics include: Why do Joe & Smitty recommend "extensive" warm-ups when other respected coaches say it's a waste of time; Tips for maximizing knee mobility after ACL surgery; Thoughts on Layne Norton & Dom D'Agostino's appearance on Joe Rogan's podcast; Suggestions for those with anterior pelvic tilt; The most misunderstood aspect of training elite athletes; The importance of nasal breathing...and More! For Show Notes & Timestamps go to www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

Oct 4, 20181h 2m

#182 Interview w/ Sean Hayes: Head S&C Coach - WWE Performance Center [Plus a SURPRISE Guest!]

This week Joe is at the WWE Performance Center with their head strength & conditioning coach - Sean Hayes. During this 90-minute interview, you'll hear: A surprise guest drop in on the show; How Sean got the job at the WWE PC; How Sean gets "buy in" from such a wide variety of high-level athletes; The importance of "workout competitions" and making training fun; What a week of training looks like at the WWE PC; How does the training differ for high flyers vs big guys vs females; The craziest feats of strength/power/athleticism Sean has seen since starting at the WWE PC; The "protective capabilities" of having fat vs muscle on the body; What it takes to dominate a WWE/NXT tryout...and Much MORE! For Show Notes & Timestamps go to: www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

Sep 27, 20181h 37m

#181 Intelligent Max-Effort Exercises That Won't Destroy Your Joints...and Joe D's New Diet!

Joe may "only" be answering 2 questions this week, but that doesn't mean the podcast is lacking information. This episode is jam-packed with useful info and knowledge bombs! During the first half of the show, Joe explains the new "microbiome test" he just had done and then gives a detailed rundown of his current diet and supplementation. During the second half of the show, Joe helps a washed-up meathead choose the most joint-friendly max-effort exercise variations of the barbell bench press, squat and deadlift. These intelligent exercise choices will help satisfy any meathead's craving for lifting heavy - without destroying their joints in the process! For Show Notes & Timestamps of today's show visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

Sep 20, 20181h 33m

#180 Programming for Busy Bastards, A Better Way To Perform The Pause Bench Press & MORE!

This week, Joe answers 3 listener questions. Topics include: How to find your perfect grip-width for the "Narrow Grip Bench Press"; Joe explains how and why his "Hover Bench Press" technique will get you jacked and strong AF; The ultimate program for extremely busy bastards! For Show Notes & Timestamps go to: www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

Sep 13, 20181h 8m

#179 How To Program Partial-Range Lifts for Maximal Strength, Hypertrophy & Athletic Performance

This week Joe answers 4 questions on the following topics: Programming Unilateral Exercises When You Have a Strength Imbalance; How To Program Partial-Range Exercises for Maximal Strength, Hypertrophy and Athletic Performance; Training to Failure Without Frying Your CNS; Warm-up Set & Rep Recommendations for Size and Strength. For Show Notes & Timestamps goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

Sep 6, 20181h 1m

#178 Dr. Chad Waterbury talks High Frequency Training, Cardiovascular Development & More!

This week, Joe sits down with Dr. Chad Waterbury, one of the most well-rounded and well-respected professionals in the fitness industry. As a doctor of physical therapy, neurophysiologist, author, and strength & conditioning coach - Chad has an incredible amount of knowledge to share! During this podcast you'll learn: How Chad "got noticed" and started writing for T-Nation; Why he's such a big proponent of High-Frequency Training; How to properly implement HFT; The secret to getting your calves (or any body part) to GROW; Why Chad decided to enter into a physical therapy program; The close relationship between "high performance training" & "rehabilitation"; The 3 main categories of cardiovascular activity; Programming your cardio...and much More! For Show Notes & Timestamps visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

Aug 30, 20181h 15m

#177 Chad Wesley Smith talks Training Specificity, Injury Prevention, Business & More!

10 years after their initial meeting, Chad Wesley Smith returns to New Jersey to sit down with Joe and discuss: How his training has evolved over the course of a decade; The importance of training specificity; Rehabbing and preventing injuries; The growth of Juggernaut Training Systems...and much more! For Show Notes & Timestamps goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

Aug 23, 20181h 16m

#176 Cam Josse talks Social Media Addiction, Programming for Elite Athletes & More!

Seven months ago, Cameron Josse abruptly deleted all of his social media, replaced his smart phone with a flip phone, and virtually "disappeared". On this week's podcast, he breaks his silence and explains exactly WHY he decided to vanish from social media, how it's affected his personal & professional life, and what he's up to now. The second half of the show is dedicated to training. More specifically, Cam shares the new weekly template that he's using with his elite athletes. For Show Notes & Timestamps goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

Aug 16, 20181h 15m

#175 Upgrading the AGILE 8 Mobility Routine [Official Reveal of AGILE 8 version 2.0!!]

This week Joe answers the question, "How would you make your Agile 8 mobility routine better?" Joe takes the audience through his step-by-step thought process as he designs "Agile 8 version 2.0" live on the podcast! If you're one of the tens of thousands of people who loved Joe's original Agile 8 - you're going to be blown away with the 2018 version of this legendary mobility routine! For Show Notes & Timestamps visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

Aug 9, 20181h 6m

#174 You're NOT As Healthy As You Think [Here's Why]

Joe starts this week's show by sharing a recent conversation he overheard at the post office. This conversation turned out to be the inspiration for today's podcast. Throughout the show Joe discusses the 4 non-negotiable physical traits needed for health & longevity, the misconceptions surrounding each trait, why they're so important, and best practices for improving them. For Show Notes & Timestamps goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

Aug 2, 20181h 4m