The Working Man's Weightlifting Show

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In episode 74, hosts Nick and Stephen offer their humble review of the StrongLifts weightlifting program. Topics include:

StrongLifts 5x5 vs Madcow
Review of the StrongLifts mobile app
StrongLifts vs. Starting Strength

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In episode 73, hosts Nick and Stephen offer their humble review of Mike Matthews’ Beyond Bigger Leaner Stronger weightlifting program. Topics include:

Program structure
Stephen’s experience and outcomes on BBLS
Discussion of Mike Matthews in general

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In episode 72, hosts Nick and Stephen welcome former Division 1 athlete, Landon Harris, to the guest microphone. Topics include:

Finding passion in strength training after the “full time job” of Division 1 athletics
How to influence your metabolism
The power clean
What mistakes to avoid after years of training

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In episode 71, hosts Nick and Stephen welcome The Man, The Myth, The Legend… Danny Hoots Wiley (their father) to the show. You’ll learn very little about weightlifting and you’ll have a great time doing it. Enjoy this glimpse into the mind of the tree from which the apples doth not fall far from. Also, Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and yours!

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In episode 70, hosts Nick and Stephen welcome lifter and entrepreneur Caleb Carson, owner of Six Plates Coffee, to discuss lifting and caffeine. Topics include:

Who is Caleb Carson?
Recent obsessions
Caffeine’s effects on weightlifting
Lifting for new dads

Guest links:

DISCLAIMER: Working Man’s Media, LLC was not compensated by Six Plates Coffee or our guest Caleb Carson. We have shared his contact information and links below in good faith.

Six Plates Coffee: https://sixplatescoffee.com/

Six Plates Coffee Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sixplatescoffee/

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In episode 69, hosts Nick and Stephen welcome champion powerlifter and South African nutrition coach Pia Marangoni to share her thoughts on fueling strength training with proper nutrition. Topics include:

Who is Pia Marangoni?
Pia’s incredible journey from a sedentary life to champion powerlifting
What’s it like being a nutrition coach for strength athletes?
Fueling workouts with pre and post training calories

Guest links:

DISCLAIMER: Working Man’s Media, LLC is NOT being compensated by Fiercely Fueled Nutrition or our guest Pia Marangoni. We have shared their contact information and links below in good faith.

Fiercely Fueled Nutrition: https://www.fiercelyfueled.com/

Free training nutrition guide (heads up - this requires submitting your email address to Fiercely Fueled Nutrition. We’ve downloaded the guide and approve of it, but want to be transparent.) https://guide.fiercelyfueled.com/show

Fiercely Fueled Nutrition Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fiercelyfuelednutrition/

Pia Marangoni Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pia_marangoni/

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In episode 68, hosts Nick and Stephen welcome guest registered dietician Carlee Hayes, RDN, to discuss Continuous Glucose Monitors. Topics include:

Who is Carlee Hayes? What's it like being a registered dietician?
What is glucose and why does it matter?
What is a CGM?
What can we learn from monitoring glucose both in the gym and in everyday life?
How much does a CGM service like Nutrisense cost?

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Nutrisense: https://www.nutrisense.io/home

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In episode 67, hosts Nick and Stephen take on rows head-first. Topics include:

Types of rows
Necessary equipment
Where to start if you’re new to rows
Why do rows?

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In episode 66, hosts Nick and Stephen talk new challenges for 2023 and how they’ve come around to a new weightlifting program for 2023.

StrongLifts 5x5
Madcow 5x5
Challenges of lifting after becoming a father.

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In episode 65, hosts Nick and Stephen shed some light on why they took an 8-month-long break and discuss the future of the podcast.

Nick’s a dad!
Job and life updates for both hosts
Plans for shorter, more focused episodes

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A quick update before co-host Nick becomes a father to let you know where we’ve been and when we’ll be back.

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In episode 64, hosts Nick and Stephen dip their toes into the science of weightlifting genetics.

Articles discussed:
- https://www.t-nation.com/training/the-truth-about-bodybuilding-genetics/
- https://www.issaonline.com/blog/index.cfm/2020/the-link-between-genetics-and-muscle-growth

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In episode 63, hosts Nick and Stephen each take a crack at listing their least favorite auxiliary exercises.

Decline bench press
Calf raises
Smith machine and other guided movements
Adding bands and chains to exercises before you’re ready
Bulgarian split squats
Crunches and other low-resistance abdominal exercises

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In episode 62, we share our experiences (so far) recovering from COVID-19 infection.

Symptoms we experienced
Testing positive
Our wive’s experience
How it’s affected our weightlifting and stamina

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In episode 61, the Wiley brothers give real-world suggestions for maximizing active recovery.

N.E.A.T. definition
Household chores
Sports/active games
Park further away
Take the stairs
Standing desks
Take a walking break

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In episode 60, the Wiley brothers share 5 of their favorite weightlifting websites, content creators, and podcasts.

T NATION
Legion Athletics
Jim Wendler’s website
Alan Thrall (youtube) & Brian Alsruhe (youtube)
Mind Pump

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In episode 59, the Wiley brothers return to normal programming after a long holiday break.

What did training look like over the break?
Nick’s goals for a new dad-friendly program
Jim Wendler’s Krypteia 2-day program
Stephen’s goals to push himself harder
Mike Matthews’ 5-day Beyond Bigger Leaner Stronger program

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Episode title: “Season 3 Trailer”

New season, new trailer. We answer the following questions:

Who are we?
Who is this show for?
What are we changing for Season 3? Hint: the show might finally be getting funnier.

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In episode 58, we kickoff Season 3 with a fascinating interview with Miguel Viera.

Who is Miguel Viera?
Setting and achieving the goal of a full-ride football scholarship
Weightlifting in High School vs College athletics
Leaning on personal faith to get through a major gametime injury and recovery
Lifelong fitness - how to lift into your 40s and beyond
Inspiring children with faith, positivity, and leadership

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Episode title: “Season 2 Finale”

In episode 57, we wrap up Season 2 for the holidays.

We’re looking for feedback on the show as we prepare for the next season and would love to hear from you. Visit our Discord or Instagram and send us a message - links below.

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In episode 56, we interview NC native William Shoemaker about his inspiring 180 lb weight loss journey.

Who is Will Shoemaker?
Finding the breaking point
Nutrition and meal prep options
Training
Dealing with hormone issues after rapid weight loss
Advice for others looking to follow Will’s example

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In episode 55, we travel back in time and share some insights on the origins of weightlifting over the last 5-6000 years of recorded history.

Ancient Egyptians and their sand-sack throwing
Ancient Greece and the origin of progressive weight training
Ancient China and the origin of the barbell
Lifting Stones
Halteres (ancient dumbbells)
Indian clubs
Ancient Russia and the origin of kettlebells
Olympic weightlifting in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries

Sources

Encyclopedia Britannica
https://physicalculturestudy.com/2014/11/18/an-early-history-of-weightlifting/
Tsatsouline, P. (2019). Kettlebell: Simple & sinister. StrongFirst.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Weight_training#History

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In episode 54, we each share our top three tips we’d like to go back in time and tell ourselves when we started weightlifting.

Stephen
- Progressive overload
- Full body, 3x per week programming
- Don’t waste money on supplements
Nick
- Starting Strength
- The importance of good form
- Nutrition and the young man’s metabolism

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In episode 53, we wrap up and give our final review of the Starting Strength weightlifting program.

After two months on Starting Strength, hosts Nick and Stephen each rate the program on the following criteria:
- Motivation
- Sustainability
- Work Impact
- Fun Factor
- Results

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In episode 52, we discuss tactics for keeping yourself motivated when the “motivation” runs out.

The importance of goal setting
Find a program that fits with your goals
Accountability tactics
Revisit your goals frequently
BONUS: Setting effective goals using S.M.A.R.T.

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In episode 51, we update our impressions of Mark Rippetoe’s Starting Strength program.

After one month on Starting Strength, hosts Nick and Stephen each rate the program on the following criteria:
- Motivation
- Sustainability
- Work Impact
- Fun Factor
- Results

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In episode 50, we provide tips on how to return to the gym after a long or short break.

Definition of a “break”
Full reset of training numbers
Focus on minimalist training
Focus on form over weight
Fuel your body properly

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In episode 49, we discuss our favorite weightlifting accessories and provide tips on how to implement them.

Weightlifting belt
Knee Sleeves
Chalk
Specialized shoes (squat, crossfit, deadlift, etc.)
Compression gear

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In episode 48, we give our first impressions of Mark Rippetoe’s Starting Strength program.

After two weeks on Starting Strength, hosts Nick and Stephen each rate the program on the following criteria:
- Motivation
- Sustainability
- Work Impact
- Fun Factor
- Results

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In episode 47, we celebrate one year of The Working Man’s Weightlifting Show.

A fresh start with Starting Strength
Special guest: Sharon “the wind beneath our wings” Wiley makes an appearance to “right wrongs”
Nick gets back on the barbell train

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Episode title: “Manual Labor: Compound Vs. Isolation”

In episode 46, we break down the best forms of lifting for folks who work in manual labor.

Define compound vs. isolation weightlifting movements
Should manual laborers use standard gym isolation machines (Hammer Strength, Nautilus, etc.)?
Best rep ranges to keep soreness at a minimum
Kettlebells: the unsung hero

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In episode 45, we list 3 reasons to change your routine, and 3 reasons to keep pushing.

Reasons you might want to change your routine:
- Lack of progress
- Recoup from an injury
- Failure or inability to execute
Reasons not to change your routine:
- Competition prep
- You’re a beginner
- Muscle confusion

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In episode 44, we talk weightlifting for musicians.

Posture and body mechanics for musicians
Stage performance considerations
Lifting heavy to help with load-in and load-out
Stamina

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In episode 43, we share five tips for lifting weights with a partner.

Superset everything
Align programs (if it makes sense)
Separate/alternate programs (if it makes sense)
Equipment considerations
Compete with yourself, and also maybe kinda your partner

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In episode 42, we discuss workplace hurdles to gaining weight cleanly.

We hate the word “bulk”, bra.
What is a caloric surplus?
Clean ways to add calories into your diet
Why should we stay away from “dirty” foods?
Weight gain for manual labor workers vs. office workers

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In episode 41, we come to terms with our wildly separate weightlifting goals.

Post-vacation recap
Is Nick quitting his job?
Stephen tackles form and lifting volume
Nick plans for a more realistic program

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In episode 40, we welcome Aaron Savage, our very first guest, to share his compelling story of weight loss and cancer survival.

Aaron touches on many points of his life, but some highlights include:

Shedding 120 lbs of weight in less than a year
Earning a NASM certification in personal training
Aggressive lymphoma diagnosis at age 23
Training and nutrition while undergoing chemotherapy

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In episode 39, we extract motivation to get through hard days from heavy weightlifting.

A deep-dive into Nick’s reasons for training and why they don’t involve merely looking better
Difficult training leads to increased confidence in the workplace
Changing training programs to keep yourself on your toes

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In episode 38, we explore kettle bell-only training.

Staying fit while moving homes
Mind Pump Media’s KB4A training program review
How to adjust training during periods of high physical output
Goals for kettle bell training

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In episode 37, we share tactics for staying in shape while traveling full-time.

Fitness for truck drivers and touring bands
Calisthenics for the traveling man
How useful are resistance bands?
Kettlebells vs. dumbbells
Selectable weights help maximize space

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In episode 36, we kick off season 2 with updates and commitments.

Life updates during our break
Nick’s commitment to a serious diet for the next ninety days
Stephen’s plan for pain-free lifting
A discussion about whole-body training

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New season, new trailer. We answer the following questions:

Who are we?
Who is this show for?
What are the different perspectives we bring?
What are we changing for Season 2?

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In episode 35, we wrap up the first season of the podcast with some thoughts about where we are and where we’re headed.

What have we learned?
Have there been any surprises?
Nick and Stephen share their favorite and least favorite things about podcasting.
Season 2 teaser

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In episode 34, we share five categories of food to watch out for when losing weight, especially if you don’t feel like counting calories.

Processed foods
Sneaky fats
Added sweets
Excess condiments
Liquid calories
Bonus: portion control

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In episode 33, we share the top five mistakes we’ve made in and out of the gym.

Not following a program
Training with improper rep ranges
Not pushing hard enough
Not eating enough
Not sleeping enough (or sleeping too much)
Bonus mistake: not showing up to the gym

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In episode 32, we provide tips on how to salvage a week full of missed workouts.

What to do when it’s Friday and you haven’t worked out?
Making the most of one day in the gym
A case for full-body training programs
Examination of different training splits and how to make the best out of each situation
Why some training is better than no training

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Episode title: “Will Ab Training Give You A Six Pack?”

In episode 31, we give you our take on ab training.

Training abs every day
Using compound movements to train abs
Ab training through back injuries
Suggested ab exercises
Will endless crunches give you a six pack?

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In episode 30, we discuss the necessity of warming up before lifting weights.

What constitutes a good warm up?
Why do warm ups matter?
Early morning lifters should pay special attention to warm ups
Suggested warm up routines
A day in the warm up life of the Wiley Brothers

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In episode 29, we make a case for meal prep and discuss why it matters for the amateur and professional weightlifter alike.

What is meal prep?
Why does meal prepping matter?
Meal prep tips and tricks
Foods that we feel don’t work well for meal prep
A list of our favorite meals and recipes that work as well on Monday as they do on Friday

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In episode 28, we announce our brand new online weightlifting Discord server.

Our brand new online community is live at discord.workingmansweightlifting.com
Why are we starting an online community?
Why Discord?
What is Discord and how to join

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In episode 27, we define a lifting deload and talk about when it might be time for you to try one.

What is a deload?
Recent trends in the weightlifting community’s attitude towards deloading
The traditional approach to deloading
The modern approach: listen to what your body and mind are telling you
When it might not be time for a deload

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In episode 26, we make a case for including upper and lower back workouts in your routine and share some of our favorite lifts.

The benefits of back training
Exercises to avoid if you work manual labor
Wide-grip back pushups
Pull-ups vs. chin-ups
Rows: traditional, bent-over, renegade, etc.

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In episode 25, we share some time-tested tips on quick and delicious ways to pack in extra protein.

Eggs in the morning
Low-fat cheese sticks
The best types and brands of Greek yogurt
Extra-stacked protein shake w/ egg whites
Cottage cheese for dessert?

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In episode 24, we discuss re-approaching the gym after taking time off.

An honest discussion about overcoming mental hurdles that hold us back
Practical tips on avoiding over-thinking and taking action
How to re-approach a diet
Hemorrhoids come for us all

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In episode 23, we offer some tips on overcoming fitness plateaus and making progress toward goals.

Answers to listener-submitted questions about increasing weight and the best foods/supplements for recovery.
What to do when you can’t lift any more weight
The crucial role nutrition plays in the gym
How to address weightlifting form when it’s holding you back
Analyzing your assistance lifting for best results

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In episode 22, we discuss and give honest opinions on 5 types of auxiliary weightlifting gear.

Weightlifting belts
Squat, crossfit, and deadlift shoes
Knee sleeves and straps
Chalk
Lifting straps

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In episode 21, we offer four tips for better training recovery.

Why recovery matters
Sleep
Food
Stretching and Mobility
Active recovery

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In episode 20, we offer five tips for beginner weightlifters in the new year.

Programming
Learning the lifts
Water intake
Protein
Equipment

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In episode 19, we recap the last 6 months of training on our 3-day program and outline our new plan for lifting in 2021.

Quick summary of our previous 3-days-per-week lifting program
Pros and cons of the previous training program
Overview of new ‘limited time” weightlifting program
Nick’s not ready to refer to his own “pecs” yet
Discussion of the issues we’re trying to solve by changing programs

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In episode 18, we give practical tips on using the holiday break for year-end reflection and goal-setting.

Why holiday break is a good time for reflection on fitness progress and goals
Using a fitness tracker to look back and gather information
Practical tips on what to reflect on (from a fitness perspective)
Stephen tells an embarrassing story from Nick’s past

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In episode 17, we discuss the importance of tracking fitness progress and note-taking.

A brief history on our introduction to fitness tracking
Why constant progress is necessary for optimum training
The difference between exercise and training
Practical tips and recommendations for anyone who wants to get started tracking their fitness goals
Paper vs. digital
Merry Christmas!!

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In episode 16, we revisit Jeff Cavalier’s ATHLEAN-X program and talk about its strengths and weaknesses.

Brief overview of the ATHLEAN-X program
A discussion on our favorite parts of ATHLEAN-X
ATHLEAN-X for musicians
A discussion on our least favorite parts of ATHLEAN-X
Parts of the program we’ve kept
Is ATHLEAN-X right for you?

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In episode 15, we discuss our wildly contrasting evening routines, discuss recent commitments, and share some thoughts on how to set up the next day for success.

Full recap on post-Thanksgiving holiday lifting
Thoughts on the safety squat bar
Highly-detailed breakdown of Stephen’s evening routine
Contrast evening routine differences between manual labor vs office/teleworker lifestyles
Small Town population Wikipedia holes

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In episode 14, we discuss our wildly contrasting morning routines, make some commitments, and share some thoughts on why mornings matter.

The Working Men do their best to attract their first sponsor - a butter manufacturer
Stephen breaks down his fully-packed daily morning routine
Nick discusses his barebones approach to routine
Inspirational thoughts on why mornings are special and tips on how to build a great routine

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In episode 13, we talk about how to eat and train around large holiday meals.

A brief history on Nick’s shoulder surgery
Boxing Day isn’t about the sport of boxing
Why consistency is key around the holidays
What to change, and what not to change, during the holidays
How to utilize all those extra calories to reach new training heights

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In episode 12, we discuss recent flare-ups of old injuries and how they affect training.

Stephen’s back injury
Training around injuries
How to deal with physical stress outside of the gym
Recent injury flare-ups

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In episode 11, we talk about what to look out for when evaluating dietary supplementation.

What is supplementation?
Why you might, or might not, take certain supplements
How to avoid supplement marketing scams
A market opportunity: beef-flavored protein bouillon cubes
What supplements we take and why we take them

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In episode 10, we talk about how to learn the basics and forge your own path in fitness and nutrition.

Nick decides to restart 5/3/1
How to figure out which macro-nutrients best fuel your body type
The importance of learning fundamentals
Why you should start with a well-founded fitness program
How to use your experience to forge your own path

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In episode 9, we talk about Jim Wendler’s 5/3/1 and why it works so well for people with busy lives.

What is 5/3/1?
How to find your “training max” and why it’s important
Why Nick is coming back to 5/3/1 after a brief hiatus
Our first listener-submitted question!
The importance of a balanced training program

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In episode 8, we talk about staying on track with your fitness goals while on vacation.

How to make a relaxing vacation work into your lifting schedule for recovery
How to plan your training for an upcoming vacation
Why you should have a ramp up week when you start back after vacation to avoid injury
Tips to stay on track with your nutrition plan while eating what you want on vacation
Why consistency matters even while on vacation

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In episode 7 we talk about why you shouldn’t take your training too seriously.

Cheesecake makes an appearance
How to be relaxed while following a weightlifting program
Why we enjoy training with a full-body approach and how it allows for hiccups in our busy schedules
How we plan our meals to allow for dessert without hindering our progress

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In episode 6 you’ll find out about how we approach our diets in different ways.

Why we don’t count calories
Why you should count calories
How “raisins can work in your favor”
The importance of consistency
Sneaky calories and what to look out for

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In episode 5 you’ll find a deeper explanation of why we started this podcast.

Why we decided to focus on full-body training
How we make our training work for us while working very different jobs
Descriptions of our daily lives at work
How Nick’s demeanor has been impacted from weight training early in the morning
How quarantine has helped us become more focused and creative
Benefits of full-body training while doing manual labor
Negative side to full body/early morning training

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In episode 4 you’ll hear about how we built our home gym just before the COVID-19 pandemic hit the world.

Recap of some training from the new weightlifting program
How Stephen changed the program slightly while recovering from his recent injury
How we outfitted our home gym just before a worldwide pandemic hit
Where did all of our weightlifting equipment come from
How we made a space with a very low ceiling work for us
Gym flooring tips and tricks
How to save some money when buying your own gym equipment

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In episode 3 you’ll find out how music could have a heavy impact on your training