IVRY Podcast: Recent Episodes

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In this episode, John Young and I (Andrew) discuss the following topics and questions:

John has big news to share! We spend some time talking through those details and what the immediate future looks like for him in CrossFit.

What will John’s training look like over the winter in light of his big news?

My new (and somewhat unusual) goal

What’s up with my metabolism and why did I have to push to 4,000 calories to gain weight consistently?

Do people bulk and cut in CrossFit like they do in bodybuilding? And if not, should they?

How to improve quickly if you’re new to CrossFit

How to avoid not “looking the part” as a CrossFitter

Thoughts on training with reps in reserve (RIR)

Are there undiscovered benefits and powers to the placebo effect?

How important is mindset when it comes to lifting heavy weight?

Is volume king for getting uber massive?

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In this episode, we touch on the following topics:

• What are the most common critiques of CrossFit and are they legitimate?

• Is CrossFit the best long-term training methodology?

• Andrew's desire to be a superhero dad someday

• Why are CrossFit women so jacked?

• Is CrossFit the better overall lifestyle over bodybuilding?

• What makes a good CrossFitter?

• Can "normal" people become great at CrossFit or does the sport select for genetic outliers?

• Is the seemingly random programming in CrossFit a strength or a weakness?

• some quick banter about the 2021 CrossFit games

• What will it take for John to make the games in future years?

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We’ve devoted this entire episode to talking through the common traits of both successful and unsuccessful clients that have come through the IVRY program.

If you’re interested in one-on-one coaching for fat loss or muscle building, be sure to apply here!

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In this episode, we explain why we took some time off, what our diet and training looks like right now, and which directions we plan to go in the future.

If you are interested in one-on-one body recomposition coaching from either one of us, find us at ivryfitness.com and apply.

You can also interact with our daily social media content on Instagram at @ivry.fitness.

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In episode 17, we discuss the following topics/questions:

• the rebirth of Nickelback and their supra-celebrity status

• using beet juice as a pre-workout

• Andrew's recent experimentation with higher-volume workouts

• the difficulty in deciding how much volume is appropriate for each individual person

• Do fitness and work capacity matter for bodybuilding?

• our shifting paradigms

• blue zones and a bit of chatter on longevity and health

• tips for eating out on a fat loss phase

• tips for not counting calories during on a fat loss phase

• Should people track their rest times?

• How long of a cut warrants a diet break?

• the obesity epidemic

• why Andrew is eating more plants

• a fun scenario at the end

If you’re interesting in one-on-one coaching with either of us, reach out to us via the contact section at ivry fitness.com.

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In this episode, we discuss the following themes and questions:

Josh’s ankle rehabilitation update

why it seems like Josh would be better off not running

our recent diet and training updates

Andrew’s current penguin-like physique

hot takes on the local yoga club

practical fat loss tips for summer shredding

discussions on the power of portion control for weight loss efforts

how to eat more pizza for less money

the importance of walking and how to “walk your way to shredded”

how fast you should be losing weight when aiming to preserve maximal muscle mass

how delayed gratification applies to body recomposition efforts

tips for managing hunger when dealing with uncomfortably low-calorie diets

Is the hype behind intermittent fasting legitimate?

sparkling water

how to dupe your own brain with bubbles and small bread

the poop-inducing powers of veggies

whether you should adjust your training while cutting

progressive overload

drafting our favorite machines at the gym

Josh’s obsession with the YMCA

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In this episode, we discuss the following topics/questions:

• our own personal diet and training updates

• John's top 1400 placement in the CrossFit community

• an in-depth recap of Andrew's Smolov attempt

• Will any of us being changing up our training style anytime soon?

• the importance of matching your training and diet strategy to your goal

• Is CrossFit the best way for "normal people" to cut?

• the relationship between strength and aesthetics and how to bias your training based on your own goals

• looking good at the pool versus being the strongest guy in the gym

• Do some people focus too much on isolation movements instead of getting stronger in the main compound movements?

• our favorite Hollywoods physiques showcased in a fun, snake draft style

If you are interested in hiring us for coaching or just hopping on the phone with us for a client-led Q&A, reach out to us at ivryfitness.com.

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In this episode, we tackle the following topics/questions:

• more updates from Josh's ankle rehabilitation efforts

• Andrew’s mini-cut announcement for a beach vacation in May

• bulking and cutting phases for long-term body recomposition improvements

• Andrew's current chubbiness

• swipe workouts

• misleading marketing in the fitness industry and how to respond maturely to its claims

• embracing the reality that some people are "hot for no reason"

• the luxuries of modern physique development in the realm of YouTube, Instagram, and other online resources

• advice for intermediate lifters who might not be progressing anymore

• the importance of phasic training

• the downfalls of program hopping

• thoughts on optimal tempos for barbell sports

• an epic cereal draft

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In this episode, we discuss the following topics:

• an update on Josh's ankle rehabilitation

• general diet and training updates

• Did Andrew survive Smolov?

• What is the best split?

• What is RIR and how can it be used as a part of an intelligent training program?

• thoughts on training to failure

• how much volume should be done per muscle group per session

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In episode 12, Josh and I dive into the following ideas:

• Josh's attempts to minimize lower back pain for long term progressive overload

• the important of starting with lower weights and immaculate technique when looking to progress in compound movements

• my new bench PR

• Why are we both so weak in the bench press?

• why Josh ditched Trifecta

• Josh's transition to a 5-day split from a 6-day split

• the value of single-leg movements for glute development

• an update on my Smolov training program

• convenient meals for physique improvement

• why oatmeal is amazing for physique athletes

• the flexibility of eggs in context of body recomposition dieting

• how to auto-regulate your volume and recovery

• what the bros are getting right

• how to detect overtraining

• drafting our favorite non-lifting exercise types

If you're interested in coaching, send us an inquiry at ivry fitness.com.

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In this episode, Josh, John and I discuss the following topics:

- John’s introduction, backstory, and why we wanted to feature him on the podcast

• recent diet and training updates and personal wins

• Andrew’s big leg goals

• a comparison of aesthetics between CrossFitters and bodybuilders

• a discussion of the misunderstanding surrounding the term “fitness”

• What is Smolov and why is Andrew doing it?

- German volume training

• hot takes on fat burners and who would benefit from taking them

• a listener question about full range of motion versus partial range of motion

• a fun discussion on how we would design the gym of our dreams

If you’d like to apply for coaching, reach out to us at ivryfitness.com.

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In this episode, Josh and I discuss the following topics:

• recent diet and training updates

• the misconception that training for fitness and physique are the same thing

• Josh's recent experience with Trifecta

• our favorite muscle groups to train

• our least favorite muscle groups to train

• how we feel about our own personal genetics compared to Steve Cook

• quick tips people could implement today to help boost fat loss

• our cheat meal draft of specific meals you can get at eateries in Columbia, Missouri

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In this episode, we touch on the following topics:

• our recent diet and training updates

• the exciting fact that Josh's calves are growing

• how to adjust your training split to optimize glute growth

• our favorite movements for glute development

• why having a big butt is both functional and fashionable

• a few hot takes on aesthetics and which combination of muscle groups create the ultimate physique

• our plan to tackle a 10,000 calorie challenge in the near future

If you’d like to apply for coaching, visit our website at ivry fitness.com.

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In this episode, we touch on the following topics:

• How did the holidays go?

• How much weight did we gain over Christmas break?

• diet and training goals for 2021

• body weight goals for 2021

• how to know when it's time to stop cutting and start maintaining or gaining

• which protein sources we would choose if we had to eat the same five proteins for a lifetime

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In this episode, Josh and I discuss our bulking updates, how to go about building your own training program, and how to eat as much protein as you need to see the results you really want.

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In episode #6, Josh and I touch on the following topics:

• our recent strength improvements

• the gift of short shorts on leg day

• progressive overload and its relevance to body recomposition

• the importance of evidence-baed programming

• how to avoid wasting your time in the gym

• Are cardio circuits good for physique?

• Is partial range of motion good for physique?

• Are ab circuits good for physique?

• whether or not you should do cardio for glute gains

• the beauty of massage therapy

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In episode #5, Josh and I touch on the following topics:

• Josh's recent progress in the hack squat

• why we both seem to struggle with heavy compound movements

• what having "good genetics" really even means

• insertion points and bicep peaks

• my pursuit of squatting 225x20

• the benefits of not coaching yourself

• Josh's current high volume split

• how terrible baths are

• Have I gotten too fat too fast?

• reflections on the mistakes we made for too long and our commitment to coaching others away from those same mistakes

• fat loss friendly meal recommendations

• the trickiness of salad dressings

• our ideal fast food cheat meals

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In this episode, Josh and I:

• give updates on how our training splits are going

• give updates on our bulking macros

• discuss the importance of thinking of your own body as the ultimate science experiment

• why we're okay with our own experimentation in the name of learning through trial and error

• the limitations of "what works for you might not work for me"

• talk about a few recent "wins" in the kitchen and in the gym

• answer a listener question

• chat through the importance of technique and non-ego lifting when it comes to hypertrophy

• have fun designing the perfect leg workout for a 30-minute window

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In episode 3, Josh and I discuss the following topics:

• Did we stick to the post-cut calories we said we would?

• How much weight have we gained since our cuts ended?

• Josh's higher-fat bulking strategy

• Josh's glute growth goals and strategy

• Andrew's high-carb bulking strategy

• Andrew's maximum leg growth efforts

• our love for hitting biceps with higher frequencies

• how to know if you're gaining successfully

• a fun question about macros to end the episode

If you're interested in getting online coaching from either one of us, hit us up at ivryfitness.com for more details! We'd love to hear from you.

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In this episode, Josh and I:

• celebrate the end of our fat loss phase and discuss our photo shoot with Anthony Jinson
• discuss how we plan to transition into our next phase of diet and training
• bring you our top tips for completing a successful fat loss phase if your goal is get lean and preserve as much muscle mass as possible
• do a fun “fantasy football-style” draft to create the best full body hypertrophy workout possible

You can also find this podcast on Apple Podcasts and Overcast.

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