Joe DeFranco's Industrial Strength Show

Joe kicks off this week's show by reading iTunes (and Tyrofeine) reviews. He then dedicates the rest of the show to 12 Overrated/Underrated topics. This includes: 1) Organic food 2) Vegetables 3) Six-pack Abs for Personal Trainers 4) Compound Sets 5) Supersets 6) Biscoff Cookie Butter 7) Lat Pulldowns 8) Contrast Training for Speed & Athleticism 9) Training to Failure for Maximum Muscle Hypertrophy 10) Triple H as Head of WWE Creative 11) Soft Tissue Work 12) Two Day a Week "Upper/Lower" Training Split for Strength & Size. *For a full list of Show Notes with Timestamps goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

• IMPORTANT LINKS
• DeFranco's Tyrofeine
• Team Forever Strong
• CPPS L1 - Ohio [*Use coupon: SWIS30]
• ReBuilt 2.0
• Delt Compound Set
• @fitwaffle

Joe kicks off this week's show by giving away some free merch [and Tyrofeine] to a lucky listener. Jim "Smitty" Smith then joins the show... Together, Joe D. & Smitty share their [revised] list of "Training Longevity Laws"! The show concludes with a HUGE announcement regarding "Team Forever Strong" - a new training app that will deliver custom "DeFranco/Diesel programming" right to your phone, YEAR-ROUND [for only $1 a day]!! Get a pen & notebook ready because this episode is PACKED with valuable information that will help anyone "train for a lifetime"! *For a full list of Show Notes & Timestamps, visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com.

• IMPORTANT LINKS
• Team Forever Strong
• CPPS certification
• DeFranco's Tyrofeine
• HOKA® Shoes
• Joe DeFranco (@defrancosgym)
• James Smith (@smittydiesel)

After taking a week off from the podcast, Joe is back from vacation and he's bringing the fire!! He begins this week's episode by sharing the highs & lows from his family vacation [before getting into this week's 3 main topics].

 

These topics include: #1) How To Have a Great Workout in a Hotel Gym... Plus Joe's philosophy on "training while on vacation" #2) Are "Fat-Burning" Heart Rate Zones BS? #3) BIG ANNOUNCEMENT(S) regarding NEW DeFranco-brand supplements & Why You Should Replace Your Morning Coffee w/ "Tyrofeine"!

 

*For a full list of Show Notes + Timestamps, visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

• IMPORTANT LINKS
• DeFrancosNutrition.com [Use coupon: tyrofeine10]
• DeFranco's Tyrofeine [NEW!]
• How To Have a Great Workout in a Hotel Gym [IG post]

Joe kicks off this week's show by giving the audience an update on his dad and reading this week's winning iTunes review. He then shares a personal story regarding his recent health scare. Highlights from this episode include: Joe's history with high blood pressure [and why he "ignored it"]; How Joe's obsessive personality drove him to insanity the past 2 weeks; The "hidden" bad habits that may have contributed to Joe's high blood pressure; The nutrition/supplementation, lifestyle & training changes Joe has made during the past 2 weeks; Why most fitness professionals are misinformed about cardiovascular exercise; How our heart adapts differently to high vs low intensity training; Simple guidelines for incorporating Zone 2, aka, "Cardiac Output" into your training...and More!

*For a full list of Show Notes + Timestamps goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

• IMPORTANT LINKS
• Healthpoint Pro Medical Grade Home Blood Pressure Monitor
• DeFranco's Clean Greens [*Use coupon: StockUp]
• DeFranco's OMEGA-D3 [*Use coupon: StockUp]
• DeFranco's Muscle MAG 300 [*Use coupon: StockUp]
• NEO 40 [Nitric Oxide formula]
• Pranayama Breathing app
• Jill Miller (@thejillmiller)
• Ultimate MMA Conditioning

Joe starts the show by reading this week's winning iTunes review and sharing a "behind-the-scenes" story of how he found out that Liv Morgan won the WWE Women's Smackdown Championship [this past weekend]. He then critiques his 2004 T-Nation article - 10 Training Myths Exposed! Highlights include: Why Joe changed his views on aerobic training for anaerobic athletes, How Joe teaches clients to brace when barbell squatting (today vs 2004)...plus 8 other "training myths" discussed! *For a full list of Show Notes + Timestamps visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com.

• IMPORTANT LINKS
• 10 Training Myths Exposed! [2004 T-Nation article]
• ReBuilt 2.0
• CPPS Football certification
• Liv Morgan (@yaonlylivvonce)
• EP #208 From Wings to Rings: How Liv Morgan Went From Hooters to the WWE!

Joe kicks off this week's show with 2 important announcements and today's winning iTunes review. He then dives straight into three listener questions (before having to abruptly end the show to take Ashley out to dinner for their 9-Year Anniversary :) Q&A TOPICS INCLUDE: Strength training exercises that help you run faster; How to set your child up for athletic success [4-Phase approach]; Joe's 2 favorite "sneaky tricks" to prevent overeating. *For a full list of Show Notes + Timestamps visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com.

• IMPORTANT LINKS
• DeFranco's Whey [*Use coupon: StockUp]
• CPPS certification
• Monkey Feet
• How To Get More Carryover From Your HASDs

Joe kicks off this week's podcast by thanking his audience for all their Birthday wishes, giving away some free merch & reviewing the TANK™ M4 by Torque Fitness. He then answers 3 listener questions. TOPICS INCLUDE: 1) Has Joe changed anything [training-wise] after last week's conversation w/ David Weck? 2) The difference between "warming up" vs "priming" 3) The 3 most overvalued aspects of training...and MORE! *For a full list of Show Notes + Timestamps visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

• IMPORTANT LINKS
• CPPS certification
• TANK™ M4
• ReBuilt 2.0
• David Weck (@thedavidweck)
• Head-to-Head Sled Races

This week's episode features David Weck - a polarizing inventor who specializes in the study of human movement & locomotion. Dave is responsible for the creation of the BOSU Ball, along with other products including the RMT Club, SoleSteps & ProPulse Speed Trainers. On today's episode you will hear Dave speak on the following topics: Why Dave used to "call out" Mike Boyle, Eric Cressey & Joe DeFranco; Does Dave still have an issue with Joe; Does it bother Dave when trainers & coaches bash the BOSU Ball?; The PROPER use of the BOSU Ball; How/Why Dave invented the BOSU Ball; The benefits of "head-over-foot" sprint technique; Dave's views on "anti-rotation" core strengthening exercises; How do the ProPulse Speed Trainers actually work; How walking "head-over-foot" can/will reduce low back pain; The biggest commonality between Dave & Joe's training; The value of heavy sled work; How we can advance the fitness industry...and MORE! *For a full list of Show Notes + Timestamps visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

• IMPORTANT LINKS
• CPPS L1 - Elitefts/Ohio [*Use coupon: SWIS30]
• SWIS Seminar 2022
• AMPED Warm-up 3.0
• David Weck's Instagram
• David Weck's website
• Landmine University

On today's episode, Joe reads another iTunes review (and gives away more free merch!), then covers 3 main topics: #1) The "Power" of Programming Sled Relay Races (and using Time-Motion Analysis to Design Effective Workouts) #2)  Revisiting the Post-Workout Shake - Is the "Anabolic Window" Legit or Outdated Bro Science? #3) Fixing Tight/Tender Adductors. *For a full list of Show Notes + Timestamps visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

• IMPORTANT LINKS
• CPPS - FOOTBALL
• The DeFranco Whey [*Use coupon: StockUp]
• TRS Supernova 2.0

This week MindPump co-host Justin Andrews joins the show to discuss why he decided to "go back to his roots" and coach high school football. Highlights from this conversation  include: The biggest differences (and similarities) between working with high school kids vs general pop/adult clients; The main areas Justin focussed on [once he took over the role of head S&C coach]; How Justin got his kids to "buy in" without sacrificing the integrity of his program; Balancing "needs" vs "wants" in a program; Justin's GO-TO "low-risk/high-reward" movements; Programming sprints, jumps & med ball throws; How Justin structures his warm-ups; The differences in personalities & social interactions with kids today vs when Justin & Joe were in high school...and Much MORE! *For a full list of Show Notes + Timestamps visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

• IMPORTANT LINKS
• Justin Andrews (@mindpumpjustin)
• MindPump's YouTube
• MindPump's website
• DeFranco's ReBuilt 2.0
• DeFranco's Built 2 Last 

Joe kicks off today's show with some exciting news regarding June's 'podcast guest lineup', this week's winning iTunes review & the new/special prize that the winner will be receiving! He then answers 4 listener questions. TOPICS INCLUDE: 1) Is thoracic rounding dangerous or beneficial when deadlifting? 2) Can our body absorb more than 30 grams of protein per meal? 3) Is our "nighttime routine" more important than our "morning routine"? 4) The Ultimate Two-Exercise Warm-up for Busy and/or Lazy Bastards! *For a full list of Show Notes + Timestamps visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com.

• IMPORTANT LINKS
• DeFranco's Supplements [*Use code: StockUp]
• CPPS certification
• ReBuilt 2.0
• Amped 3.0
• Mike Dolce (@thedolcediet)

This week Joe helps settle a debate among two friends who are curious to know if [naturally born] unathletic people can become "great athletes". During this portion of the show Joe discusses: The role genetics play in our athleticism; Can unathletic people become great athletes; The difference between being an "athletic freak" versus being a "great athlete"; The 2 biggest factors that enable an unathletic person to excel [at the highest level] on the athletic field...and More. During the second half of the show Joe shares his favorite strength & mobility drills - along with some technical sprint advice - for preventing hamstring pulls. *For a full list of Show Notes + Timestamps visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

• IMPORTANT LINKS
• CPPS L1 | Georgia [*Use coupon: CORE]
• Monkey Feet 
• Magic Spoon [*Use coupon: JOED]

This 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.IndustrialStrengthShow.com.

• IMPORTANT LINKS
• ReBuilt 2.0
• CPPS L1 - September 17, 2022 [*Use code: CORE]
• DK Metcalf (@dkm14)
• Magic Spoon [*Use code: JOED]

Happy 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 his 40-yard dash time [without getting injured]. *For a full list of Show Notes w/ Timestamps goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com.

• IMPORTANT LINKS
• The DeFranco Whey [*Use coupon: stockup]
• No Whey Jose - Vegan Protein [*Use coupon: stockup]
• CPPS L1 - May 14, 2022 [*Use coupon: VARSITY]
• David Weck (@thedavidweck)

After 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

• IMPORTANT LINKS
• ReBuilt 2.0 Summer Sale!
• "Liver King"
• Matt Wenning
• Ben Patrick

This week Joe brings back his wildly popular "Overrated/Underrated segment"! TOPICS INCLUDE:

1. Putting the liquid in the shaker BEFORE protein powder
2. Casein protein before bed
3. Trap 3 Raise
4. Decline Bench Press
5. Squats for building speed
6. "Zone 2" Cardio
7. Tabata Intervals
8. BMI (Body Mass Index)
9. Magic Spoon cereal
10. Training multiple times per day
11. Torque Fitness "Tank Sleds"
12. Agility/C.O.D Training
13. 1 RM's / Maxing Out
14. Nootropics
15. Saying "Thank You"

• IMPORTANT LINKS
• CPPS certification [*Use coupon: VARSITY]
• ReBuilt 2.0
• DeFranco's Nutritional Supplements
• Torque Tank™ M1 Push Sled
• Magic Spoon [*Use coupon: JOED] 

On 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]

This 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 interactions and communication. This week's episode focuses on coaching/interpersonal skills [as opposed to the technical aspects of strength and conditioning]. Highlights from Joe's conversation w/ Brett include: How "poor communication" nearly cost Brett his life; How to "train" to become a better communicator; Learning to speak your clients language, aka, "social agility"; What it takes to become a great leader; Can you be a great coach without having played the sport you're coaching?; Why Brett shows his athletes performing "bad reps" on social media...and so much More! *For a full list of Show Notes + Timestamps goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com.

• IMPORTANT LINKS
• Brett Bartholomew (@coach_brettb)
• Brett's website
• AOC Podcast - EP 214: Why Great Leaders Shouldn't Worry About Being Liked
• CPPS L1 - MAY 2022 [*Use code: VARSITY]

This 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.

 

• IMPORTANT LINKS
• CPPS certification [*Use code: VARSITY]
• Westside Barbell
• EliteFTS
• Magic Spoon [*Use code: JOED]
• Hellowater [*Use code: DEFRANCO]

This 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 lifters; The importance of "diversifying" your training [as a trainer]; Actionable advice for "hardgainers"; How often should you train to failure; Most efficient way to organize a "body part split" program; The "big 3" websites that had the biggest influence on Lee early in his career...and Much MORE! *For a full list of Show Notes w/ Timestamps visit: www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

• IMPORTANT LINKS FROM TODAY'S SHOW
• Lee Boyce's instagram (@coachleeboyce)
• www.LeeBoyce.com
• "The Pro Maker" [2004 T-Nation interview w/ Joe DeFranco]
• Magic Spoon [*Use code: JOED]