Adam Peeler Fitness Podcast: Recent Episodes

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Podcast hosted by Adam Peeler. We talk about nerdy fitness topics to help people get strong and aesthetic.

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Timestamps:0:00 - Intro2:05 - Differences between training studies and real life training and how you should interpret and apply research to your own training6:24 - How to tell if you’re doing enough training volume to drive muscle and strength gains9:27 - Structuring your nutrition to drive muscle growth, what is necessary to build muscle, and how nutrient timing impacts nutrient partitioning15:00 - How much body fat do you need to have in order to build muscle without a calorie surplus?18:51 - The importance of understanding biological signaling pathways in order to predict progress and understand why certain things are being observed in practical application settings24:58 - How to structure your training to maximize muscle growth vs strength & the validity of “powerbuilding” as a training strategy40:50 - Training strategies to maximize type 2 muscle fiber recruitment & adaptations 47:00 - the importance of getting blood work if you're an athlete and receiving proper medical oversight if you're enhanced54:00 - How people can follow Chester and hire him for one of his many servicesChester's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dr_soko/Chester's Training App - https://lab.physique-u.com/Chester's Telehealth Company - https://www.instagram.com/vitality_telehealth/Physique U - https://physique-u.com/Apply For Coaching - https://bit.ly/3QpfduxMy Instagram - https://bit.ly/3Uy2zfbMacroFactor Diet Tracking App (Use code PEELER for a 2-Week FREE Trial!) - https://bit.ly/49Vz2ADLeviathan Nutrition (Code: ADAM10) - https://leviathan-nutrition.com/Built Bar (code PEELER for 10% off) - https://builtbar.com/

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Timestamps0:00 - Intro0:54 - How mental fatigue & mental effort impact training performance & strategies to mitigate the effects of mental fatigue on training outcomes 19:37 - Programming to overcome sticking points during lifts & determining why the sticking point is “sticky”28:34 - How progress is impacted by confidence and self talk - especially if you’ve experienced frequent pain performing a specific movement & programming strategies to manage pain and facilitate an environment where progress can happen41:40 - The value of tracking your training so you can make the right changes if you’re experiencing plateaus & having a coach to be more objective with your training 51:14 - Assessing your volume tolerance and needs and how that changes as you advance and get stronger 55:28 - How people can follow and hire Kristen for coachingKristen’s IG - https://bit.ly/4c1cbovHire Kristen - https://bit.ly/4bVstzoApply For Coaching - https://bit.ly/3QpfduxMy Instagram - https://bit.ly/3Uy2zfbMacroFactor Diet Tracking App (Use code PEELER for a 2-Week FREE Trial!) - https://bit.ly/49Vz2ADLeviathan Nutrition (Code: ADAM10) - https://leviathan-nutrition.com/Built Bar (code PEELER for 10% off) - https://builtbar.com/

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Timestamps0:00 - Intro1:07 - How many years of training did it take for Nick to get his IFBB pro card? How long it takes to build a respectable physique and/or get really strong 5:05 - How to set realistic goals for strength & physique progress - the value of setting short term goals to keep you on track to your long term goals and becoming process oriented instead of outcome oriented 10:21 - Why people should value consistent long term progress over making as fast of progress as possible in a short period of time18:55 - The importance of analyzing trade offs for achieving more extreme goals and determining whether or not you are willing to do what it takes to achieve that goal for the long term23:02 - Nick’s biggest tips for people wanting to get to extreme levels of leanness31:41 - The importance of mastering the basics and training for a long time before even considering anabolic use39:06 - Business ethics and creating a sustainable, long term business in the fitness industry53:50 - How people can find Nick and RPRP Strength - https://rpstrength.com/RP's YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@RenaissancePeriodizationNick's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nick.shaw.rp/Apply For Coaching - https://bit.ly/3QpfduxMy Instagram - https://bit.ly/3Uy2zfbMacroFactor Diet Tracking App (Use code PEELER for a 2-Week FREE Trial!) - https://bit.ly/49Vz2ADLeviathan Nutrition (Code: ADAM10) - https://leviathan-nutrition.com/Built Bar (code PEELER for 10% off) - https://builtbar.com/

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Timestamps0:00 - Intro1:34 - Drug use in the IFBB - how much do pros take and individual response to AAS9:14 - What does it take to be an IFBB pro and how long does it take to build a respectable physique on average?16:26 - How much does exercise selection matter in bodybuilding and the importance of getting strong over time in your bodybuilding program26:23 - The importance & value of hiring a coach with experience in the trenches31:15 - Ways to measure your physique progress other than the scale & what bodybuilding can teach you about yourself and life in general39:51 - Fatigue differences between bodybuilding & powerlifting48:27 - The number one thing people should focus on to maximize their results51:29 - How people can follow and hire Connor Connor's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/klassic_kovacs/Klassic Coaching - https://www.instagram.com/klassic_coaching/Apply For Coaching - https://bit.ly/3QpfduxMy Instagram - https://bit.ly/3Uy2zfbMacroFactor Diet Tracking App (Use code PEELER for a 2-Week FREE Trial!) - https://bit.ly/49Vz2ADLeviathan Nutrition (Code: ADAM10) - https://leviathan-nutrition.com/Built Bar (code PEELER for 10% off) - https://builtbar.com/

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Timestamps:0:00 - Intro0:51 - What got Chris into Powerlifting & what has contributed to his consistent training progress?4:15 - Training enjoyment & how that affects long term progression and burnout 7:45 - Importance of long term planning and periodization of training to make consistent progress12:11 - Peak intensity exposure in training - how heavy should you go to finish a block?19:15 - How to train for the “off-season” & top set periodization28:15 - Competition frequency 31:21 - Is more specificity better? How much variation to incorporate in a program vs comp lift & accessory programming 41:20 - How people can follow and work with Chris Chris’ IG - https://www.instagram.com/chrisperezpl?igsh=MWx0NjZ0ZXh2bWRhdw==Hire Chris - https://www.chrispereztraining.com/Apply For Coaching - https://adampeeler1.typeform.com/to/elvzT31WMy Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/adamdpeeler/MacroFactor Diet Tracking App (Use code PEELER for a 2-Week FREE Trial!) - https://macrofactorapp.com/?fbclid=IwAR1nWSMgA6aaao72V40gYRnOGNl_N40XhTy7ze_Tv6qaN2bpVUVZrXUh6WYLeviathan Nutrition (Code: ADAM10) - https://leviathan-nutrition.com/Built Bar (code PEELER for 10% off) - https://builtbar.com

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Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 0:55 - Periodizing top sets - why most powerlifters can't do singles year round and make consistent progress and need variation in stimulus 10:51 - Characteristics of people who respond well to singles year round 17:17 - Understanding principles of programming and being creative to get athletes to create and maintain training momentum over time 25:07 - The importance of making training sustainable and not structured in a way that beats up athletes in the name of training progress 30:00 - How to avoid doing junk volume in training 35:47 - How people can follow Andres and hire him

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Timestamps:0:00-Intro1:11-Attempt selection strategies Alex uses3:57-Weekly weight selection strategies - bigger vs smaller jumps9:41-Peaking strategies for meets vs peak weeks of training blocks16:41-Lucky’s approach to meet day from an execution standpoint22:19-Lucky’s technique changes to his deadlift & how he changes technique for his lifters based off their strengths and weaknesses25:33-Programming secondary sessions to create a strong primary day30:19-Programming strategies for more injury prone lifters, reducing aches and pains & creating an environment for consistent progress43:00-How people can follow and work with AlexAlex’s IG-https://www.instagram.com/luckylifts?igsh=MThmdW04aDl6ZXJ4dw==Apply for Alex’s coaching-https://l.instagram.com/?u=https%3A%2F%2Fbit.ly%2FPowerliftingCoaching%3Ffbclid%3DPAAaZmnAFtpI6n0wiOXhlbQhN3eUaMxNba5lokbZWZr8_FgATeEy08s0NI39I_aem_AV8vBRk0Q279UXxEHiPfMqxhgXzhMQsAXKKlw3IX8UErih8-LxvtTvS-65ttlsdAw0U&e=AT2239xp4H4khuaI2YyAVLpEsAKQlikJi-KiYIu007FlCcmwg2grUELMGcSjOjrgcTZKbicoqTAcfbPcsyUTDcaywbppGlYamGbFmwApply For Coaching - https://adampeeler1.typeform.com/to/elvzT31WMy Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/adamdpeeler/MacroFactor Diet Tracking App (Use code PEELER for a 2-Week FREE Trial!) - https://macrofactorapp.com/?fbclid=IwAR1nWSMgA6aaao72V40gYRnOGNl_N40XhTy7ze_Tv6qaN2bpVUVZrXUh6WYLeviathan Nutrition (Code: ADAM10) - https://leviathan-nutrition.com/Built Bar (code PEELER for 10% off) - https://builtbar.com/

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Timestamps0:00 - Intro1:01 - How Sumi started working with Lyle3:14 - How & why Sumi started Powerlifting5:22 - Lyle's approach to coaching Sumi's training, handling her on meet day, & differences coaching lighter/lower absolute load lifters vs heavier/higher absolute load lifters26:46 - Differences in strength training for men vs women29:36 - Changes in old vs modern powerlifting periodization 35:02 - Deep dive into Sumi's mindset, what's contributed to her success, how it's changed over time, & how Lyle impacted her in this area55:48 - How to properly use cues in your training & as a coach to enhance technical proficiency1:04:00 - How people can follow & hire Sumi & LyleSumi's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shailafitness/Sumi's Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/sumi.singh.35Sumi's Website - https://www.shailafitness.com/Contact Sumi for Coaching - Email: sumi@shailafitness.comMom Strong Program - https://store.bodyrecomposition.com/shop/mom-strong-sumi-singh/?fbclid=IwAR1tvqRqTvk7g9oLvboSrmlMaDT990NwhwxFLBw5ThmOW1yFaKza8HckkdELyle's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/810890695609053Lyle's Store: https://store.bodyrecomposition.comLyle's Site: https://bodyrecomposition.comLyle's IG: https://www.instagram.com/mcdonaldlyle/Lyle's YT channel: https://www.youtube.com/@lylemcdonaldisrightApply For Coaching - https://adampeeler1.typeform.com/to/elvzT31WMy Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/adamdpeeler/MacroFactor Diet Tracking App (Use code PEELER for a 2-Week FREE Trial!) - https://macrofactorapp.com/?fbclid=IwAR1nWSMgA6aaao72V40gYRnOGNl_N40XhTy7ze_Tv6qaN2bpVUVZrXUh6WYLeviathan Nutrition (Code: ADAM10) - https://leviathan-nutrition.com/Built Bar (code PEELER for 10% off) - https://builtbar.com/

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Timestamps 0:00 - Intro 0:39 - Stan’s experience coaching elite athletes as an elite athlete3:41 - Things elite athletes do well and things they don’t & how Stan helps them improve on the things they struggle with11:23 - The importance & value of tracking data, bar speed for measuring recovery & coaching athletes through plateaus and different phases of long term athletic development 21:30 - Training for strength vs hypertrophy 26:31 - How Stan prefers to structure training for strength athletes vs bodybuilders33:03 - Incorporating speed work into your program36:33 - How to overcome muscle gain plateaus & making slower size progress as you advance in your lifting career & staying healthy as you get bigger47:30 - Low FODMAP Diet50:50 - Differences Stan recommended in food choices when trying to lose weight vs gain weight 55:25 - How people can hire Stan, get his meal prep service and find his free contentStan’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stanefferding?igsh=cmJ0ZWdxejg1enc3Stan’s Website - https://stanefferding.com/Apply For Coaching - https://adampeeler1.typeform.com/to/elvzT31WMy Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/adamdpeeler/MacroFactor Diet Tracking App (Use code PEELER for a 2-Week FREE Trial!) - https://macrofactorapp.com/?fbclid=IwAR1nWSMgA6aaao72V40gYRnOGNl_N40XhTy7ze_Tv6qaN2bpVUVZrXUh6WYLeviathan Nutrition (Code: ADAM10) - https://leviathan-nutrition.com/Built Bar (code PEELER for 10% off) - https://builtbar.com/

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Timestamps:0:00 - Intro0:45 - What are the biggest things Natalie would contribute to her success in powerlifting?5:15 - Natalie’s fatigue management strategies in her training8:28 - How much of Natalie’s training is driven by accessory work11:44 - Natalie’s approach to her own nutrition and managing bodyweight16:36 - How to cut without losing strength 19:31 - How Natalie has dealt with failure in competition23:29 - How Natalie’s peaking strategy has changed over time30:01 - How Natalie likes coaching technique & the importance of having a good network as a coach 40:59 - Natalie’s favorite energy drink42:28 - How people can follow and/or work with NatalieNatalie's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nat_lifting/Hire Natalie For Coaching - https://linktr.ee/natliftingApply For Coaching - https://adampeeler1.typeform.com/to/elvzT31WMy Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/adamdpeeler/MacroFactor Diet Tracking App (Use code PEELER for a 2-Week FREE Trial!) - https://macrofactorapp.com/?fbclid=IwAR1nWSMgA6aaao72V40gYRnOGNl_N40XhTy7ze_Tv6qaN2bpVUVZrXUh6WYLeviathan Nutrition (Code: ADAM10) - https://leviathan-nutrition.com/Built Bar (code PEELER for 10% off) - https://builtbar.com/

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Timestamps:1:23 - Muscle protein synthesis - total intake, timing, how long muscle protein synthesis lasts, why you need protein for more than MPS, practical application - discussing this new study on protein - https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2666379123005402?fbclid=IwAR2DQ3JW0dQ7U_O0BtnlU8J4WptY6E3OF_zzRsmwSzhgMYKqVvRzH7en4SU_aem_AWYfKXc8CaiilYu3sFczMsqdILmnYpPoYlapmxlFEyOCVnt4xJO0pUsCruSJmudv-UA 19:01 - Protein intake for hypocaloric dieting to avoid muscle loss24:33 - Does crash dieting actually cause muscle loss when protein is adequate?29:22 - Differences between dieting down for weight class strength/power sports and physique sport37:21 - Is dieting down with higher activity levels as a small person/someone with a slower metabolic rate better for retaining muscle and strength? What about for people with metabolic syndrome?52:25 - Why does progress with fat loss, muscle gain, strength gain, etc. not seem to be linear and more “random”?1:03:00 - Where people can find LyleLyle's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/810890695609053Lyle's Store: https://store.bodyrecomposition.comLyle's Site: https://bodyrecomposition.comLyle's IG: https://www.instagram.com/mcdonaldlyle/Lyle's YT channel: https://www.youtube.com/@lylemcdonaldisrightApply For Coaching - https://adampeeler1.typeform.com/to/elvzT31WMy Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/adamdpeeler/MacroFactor Diet Tracking App (Use code PEELER for a 2-Week FREE Trial!) - https://macrofactorapp.com/?fbclid=IwAR1nWSMgA6aaao72V40gYRnOGNl_N40XhTy7ze_Tv6qaN2bpVUVZrXUh6WYLeviathan Nutrition (Code: ADAM10) - https://leviathan-nutrition.com/Built Bar (code PEELER for 10% off) - https://builtbar.com/

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Timestamps:0:00 - Intro1:53 - Interference effect of cardio and/or high step counts on strength gains - overhyped or not?6:11 - Individualizing back off set intensity - what factors to consider & things to look for as a coach to make the program most effective for the athlete26:08 - Programming & periodization strategies to maximize strength & hypertrophy over time, the value of intra set fatigue periodization & periodizing effort on accessories vs compounds35:46 - Is it necessary to keep volume the same when periodizing intra set fatigue? (Ex - 3x6 vs 6x3)40:28 - Volume for maximizing strength gains vs muscle growth & the importance of identifying the athlete’s main strength limiter for maximizing their long term athlete development with how you program 44:37 - The necessity of prioritizing effective training stimulus over fatigue management51:11 - How you can work with Josh and Data Driven StrengthJosh's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/josh.datadrivenstrength/Data Driven Strength - https://data-drivenstrength.ck.page/infoApply For Coaching - https://adampeeler1.typeform.com/to/elvzT31WMy Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/adamdpeeler/MacroFactor Diet Tracking App (Use code PEELER for a 2-Week FREE Trial!) - https://macrofactorapp.com/?fbclid=IwAR1nWSMgA6aaao72V40gYRnOGNl_N40XhTy7ze_Tv6qaN2bpVUVZrXUh6WYLeviathan Nutrition (Code: ADAM10) - https://leviathan-nutrition.com/Built Bar (code PEELER for 10% off) - https://builtbar.com/

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Timestamps0:00 - Intro1:28 - How Sean manages being a highly competitive powerlifter and a high level coach8:28 - How to know when to make changes block to block and are they even necessary at times when the athlete is making progress with a specific training program?25:39 - Managing training stress as an athlete gets stronger - intensity, volume, tonnage, weekly progression, etc44:06 - What to do when progress stalls for an athlete as a coach59:49 - How people can find/work with Sean Sean’s IG - https://www.instagram.com/hamstringpapi?igsh=M2NkbXdxcms3ZmdvHire Sean - https://www.teamnori.comApply For Coaching - https://adampeeler1.typeform.com/to/elvzT31WMy Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/adamdpeeler/MacroFactor Diet Tracking App (Use code PEELER for a 2-Week FREE Trial!) - https://macrofactorapp.com/?fbclid=IwAR1nWSMgA6aaao72V40gYRnOGNl_N40XhTy7ze_Tv6qaN2bpVUVZrXUh6WYLeviathan Nutrition (Code: ADAM10) - https://leviathan-nutrition.com/Built Bar (code PEELER for 10% off) - https://builtbar.com/

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Timestamps 0:00 - Intro 3:05 - The important differences between Dietitians and Nutritionists 4:28 - Why powerlifters should care about their nutrition 7:49 - The importance of learning how to track your nutrition and weigh out your food to maximize performance and physique goals 11:54 - How varied your day to day food choices should be - the importance of a "default dietary pattern" 17:29 - How to find your maintenance calories and the value of knowing what your maintenance calories are 21:20 - Protein 101 27:37 - Carbohydrates 101 32:40 - Sodium 101 35:33 - Fats 101 41:11 - Training vs Rest Day calorie intake considerations 43:22 - How large your surplus or deficit should be in a muscle gain phase and/or a fat loss phase 50:33 - The importance of patience during any nutritional intervention & stressing the tiny details as you get more advanced as a lifter 55:35 - The importance of getting bloodwork to manage your micronutrient intake 57:44 - How people can work with PaigePaige's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/paigemyers_rd/ Apply For Paige's Coaching - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfa6yMKKJkonNdcXVjEuOsKD303xkJzQxP8hzFOXl1oPaPavQ/viewformApply For Coaching - https://adampeeler1.typeform.com/to/elvzT31WMy Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/adamdpeeler/MacroFactor Diet Tracking App (Use code PEELER for a 2-Week FREE Trial!) - https://macrofactorapp.com/?fbclid=IwAR1nWSMgA6aaao72V40gYRnOGNl_N40XhTy7ze_Tv6qaN2bpVUVZrXUh6WYLeviathan Nutrition (Code: ADAM10) - https://leviathan-nutrition.com/Built Bar (code PEELER for 10% off) - https://builtbar.com/

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Timestamps 0:00 - Intro 4:07 - Common problems in powerlifting programs that contribute to injury risk 7:14 - How John & Brendan view the role of training volume & competition specificity regarding powerlifting progress & injury management 15:30 - How John & Brendan prefer to modify training volume & intensity to find the lifter's tolerable training volume & loading range while reducing pain signaling throughout the process 26:04 - How to manage load progression throughout the rehab process 35:43 - Important things for powerlifters to know about injury, pain, and rehab in general 39:39 - Programming strategies to manage injury risk while still making progress 45:01 - The role of technique in injury risk & management 52:40 - How people can hire & work with John and/or Brendan

John's Instagram/Hire John - https://www.instagram.com/john_song_dpt/

Brendan's Instagram/Hire Brendan - https://www.instagram.com/papin_momentum/

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Timestamps: 0:00 - Why sports psychology matters & why Amelia became interested in sports psychology 4:55 - The most common issues Amelia sees with powerlifters and sports psychology & finding your "optimal" level of arousal for performance 18:04 - Dealing with & learning from failure 29:11 - Dealing with burnout and what it may mean for an athlete & the importance periodizing mental effort with training for longevity in powerlifting 41:44 - Teaching powerlifters with a non-athletic background how to push through doing hard/uncomfortable things 45:45 - How to overcome & manage performance anxiety 54:59 - What Amelia likes the most about her job 57:42 - How you can work 1:1 with Amelia

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Timestamps 0:00 - Intro 2:53 - Programming strategies for more injury prone lifters & the importance of managing your lifestyle to promote progress in your own training 25:11 - Strategies to create predictability with training performance trends using higher frequencies & how deadlift programming changes with increases in squat frequency 44:45 - Modern powerlifting periodization strategies & peaking strategies we've used with our athletes to create more predictability around performance on meet day 1:01:31 - Where people can find & hire Joe

Joe's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/joe_gameday/Joe's TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@thejoestanekGameday Barbell - https://www.gamedaybarbell.com/

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0:00 - Intro 2:17 - How Hani started working with The Strength Athlete (TSA) 10:38 - How Hani views his role as a coach in developing his powerlifters & among the other coaches at TSA & the powerlifting community as a whole 17:18 - Differences in training between genetic elite lifters vs more "average" genetics lifters, how to manipulate volume to find what works for each lifter depending on their individual differences, & creating realistic expectations for progress 34:16 - The importance of finding wins in training & enjoying the process 41:29 - Managing fatigue between squats and deadlifts & how to know which one to push harder 54:18 - How to find an athlete's "sweet spot" for average intensity 59:17 - Where people can find & hire Hani

Hani's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hani_tsa/

The Strength Athlete - https://www.thestrengthathlete.com/

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0:00 - About Philip 4:31 - How Philip learned how to program for powerlifting 8:45 - How Philip and Adam individualize programs for our clients 10:40 - Factors we consider when determining optimal bench press frequency for our clients 16:55 - Coach-client communication & coaching technique 24:26 - Tailoring the program to the athlete's personality, injury history & creating long term momentum/progress 28:13 - How to reach out to hire & work with us

Philip's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/philip.yayo/

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Timestamps0:00 - Intro 1:17 - How to develop predicable fatigue trends & manage fatigue across a training week (microcycle) for each lift 10:43 - How to make bench press feel consistently strong & determining frequency of high intensity stimulus 13:42 - Why Kelly prefers to not box training days into "Primary/Secondary/Tertiary/etc." sessions and the value of training peak intensities more frequently than once a week when the lifter's recovery/fatigue patterns allow for it 18:55 - Programming using different set structures (ascending sets, straight sets, etc) and where each set structure has the most utility depending on the needs of the athlete or when the athlete just needs a novel stimulus to progress 28:45 - The importance of coach-athlete communication and how to get the most out of coaching 32:40 - Developing a training system for improving technique as an online coach & why Kelly prefers to teach technique using internal cues instead of external cues to improve technique as an online coach 45:47 - The importance of pushing accessories and incorporating accessories throughout a microcycle in a way that doesn't interfere with strength progression on the SBD 52:41 - Where people can fink KellyKelly's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/kellymann_performotion/Hire Kelly - https://www.performotion.net/online-powerlifting-coaching/Apply For Coaching - https://adampeeler1.typeform.com/to/elvzT31WMy Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/adamdpeeler/MacroFactor Diet Tracking App (Use code PEELER for a 2-Week FREE Trial!) - https://macrofactorapp.com/?fbclid=IwAR1nWSMgA6aaao72V40gYRnOGNl_N40XhTy7ze_Tv6qaN2bpVUVZrXUh6WYLeviathan Nutrition (Code: ADAM10) - https://leviathan-nutrition.com/Built Bar (code PEELER for 10% off) - https://builtbar.com/

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0:00 - What makes a good powerlifting coach? What skills do they need to develop and what is their main role in athlete development? 21:05 - Gatekeeping with powerlifting coaching and what coaches need to do in order to move the sport forward 29:35 - Managing fatigue when intensity gets higher in a training block & how to make sure your primary days are strong 36:45 - Creating and maintaining training momentum and methods of tracking progress over time 43:08 - Defining good powerlifting technique and how coaches should help their athletes develop technical proficiency 55:47 - Injury management in powerlifting & basic rehab application 1:01:14 - How people can hire Brad

Brad's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/bradcoolyard/

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Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 2:45 - How to find an athletes maximum adaptive range in the Squat, Bench, and Deadlift for volume, intensity, and what programming strategy they will respond best to - what the process of individualization looks like 21:20 - Long term athlete development & how to transition from the beginner to intermediate stage of powerlifting 40:29 - Developing the skill of training (choosing the right weights, auto regulation, handing emotions during training, etc) 54:45 - Where people can find Matt

Matthew's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/systematic_strength/Gameday Barbell Coaching - https://www.gamedaybarbell.com/online-coaching Apply For Coaching - https://adampeeler1.typeform.com/to/elvzT31W

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Timestamps: 0:00 - Matt’s coaching & competitive background 8:03 - Squat programming 101, how leverages impact programming, how to manage fatigue between the squat and deadlift 18:11 - Deadlift programming 101, differences programming for sumo vs conventional deadlift, importance of weekly layout for progress between the squat and deadlift 28:42 - Bench Press programming 101, bench press' unique response to volume, intensity & frequency, how to find your ideal bench press frequency, balancing intensity vs hypertrophy stimulus over time for maximizing progress 43:51 - How to know how specific an athletes training approach should be from an exercise selection standpoint in order to drive progress & the importance of not getting distracted by other people's training strategy and focusing on what will drive your own unique training response 1:02:57 - Where people can find Matt

Hire Matt - https://www.croninstrength.com/ Matt's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/croninstrength/ Powerlifting Now - https://powerlifting-now.com/

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Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 0:38 - Will's competitive history & struggles gaining weight & how he overcame that barrier to keep pursuing his bodybuilding goals 13:44 - Leviathan Nutrition's reputation & why Will chooses different marketing strategy for Leviathan 16:38 - Why Will started Leviathan Nutrition 23:42 - What goes into running a supplement company like Leviathan Nutrition & why these supplements aren't just for people using PEDs 37:18 - What Will is most proud of with Leviathan Nutrition 39:32 - Leviathan NAC product breakdown 43:01 - Leviathan Tudca product breakdown 46:57 - Leviathan GI Support product breakdown 50:41 - Leviathan HemoFlow product breakdown 54:29 - Leviathan Kidney Support product breakdown 57:23 - Leviathan IRE product breakdown 1:02:11 - Where people can buy Leviathan Nutrition supplements & find Will

Will's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thetudcaking/ Leviathan Nutrition (code: Adam10) - https://leviathan-nutrition.com/ Leviathan's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/leviathannutrition/ Leviathan's YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@leviathannutrition2821

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Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 2:25 - How Paul got into bodybuilding & why he chooses to compete and live the bodybuilding lifestyle 8:44 - How the process of prep has changed for Paul as he's gained experience as a competitor 21:42 - What Paul's current training looks like & what does it mean to "train hard"? 30:01 - How your training volume should change with your current calorie balance & the importance of autoregulation with your training, diet, drugs, etc. 34:53 - What defines “good” bodybuilding exercise technique? 38:22 - Paul’s take on “optimal” exercises to develop your physique & how to choose exercises to build your physique 43:25 - What goes into developing an IFBB pro level physique? 59:00 - Where people can find Paul

Paul's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/kanulift/ Paul's YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@2RBeast

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0:00 - Intro 3:04 - Why Solana decided to niche her coaching business towards female powerlifters 10:34 - Differences coaching beginner vs intermediate vs advanced powerlifters & how the coaching process evolves the longer you work with an athlete 29:43 - Finding your own optimal level of psychological arousal for peak performance and progress in training (arousal curve) 36:49 - Nutrition for powerlifting, how it impacts your results & general principles every powerlifter should follow 55:00 - Where people can find Solana

Solana's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/solana_lifts/

Hire Solana - https://www.strengthsolutionsinc.com/Work_with_me

Solana's Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-power-in-lifting/id1564951337

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Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 2:29 - The importance of knowing how to troubleshoot programming as a coach 4:18 - How should athletes communicate to their coach about how their training is feeling? 8:29 - Structuring deloads & is it possible for an athlete to be volume or intensity sensitive with their training? How might that affect the overall training approach? 15:23 - Using "primer sets" for athletes who feel detrained using higher intensities case study & practical application 25:12 - How to optimize your training microcycle for progress - life schedule, favoring being more recovered or primed & accessory placement 40:31 - Programming conventional deadlift 45:47 - How variation in exercise selection and frequency block to block can impact progress 48:52 - Manipulating set structure for progress 55:05 - Where people can find Aidan

Aidan's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/aidanroeder/Nori Powerlifting (Hire Aidan) - https://www.teamnori.com/aidan-roeder

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Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 1:19 - What drew Chloe to Powerlifting and what was her experience like starting in the sport? 6:23 - What drives Chloe to train? 8:55 - How Chloe has dealt with setbacks & how she has dealt with injuries over her training career 13:22 - What Chloe's nutrition looks like & the importance of doing cardio as a powerlifter 17:36 - Chloe's meet day preparation strategies to maximize her performance both before meet day and on meet day itself 26:21 - Chloe's experience competing at local meets vs higher level meets and how her preps have changed over time 32:44 - The confidence Chloe has gained from being strong & what is the number one piece of advice she has for women getting into the sport? 36:38 - What Chloe's training looks like 45:04 - What Chloe looks for in a coach & what things should a coach do for their athletes? 47:41 - The importance of fatigue management in training 54:55 - Where can people find Chloe?

Chloe's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chlo.mae.l/ Chloe's Website - https://www.powerliftwithchloe.com/

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Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 1:44 - Women in strength sport & why women should strength train 5:45 - What got Claire into strength training & why does she choose to be such a strong advocate for women in strength sport? 12:10 - Are there any major differences programming for women vs men? How Claire creates training programs for her clients 17:05 - Progressive loading explained and how to apply it to your training and programming 32:36 - How self talk around your training impacts your progress & ways to improve your relationship with training 49:20 - What things does Claire look for with lifting technique when determining if their technique is "safe" and "optimal" for long term progress? Does lifting technique even play a role with injury prevention?

Claire's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/claire_barbellmedicine/ Claire's Website - https://www.clairezai.com/ Barbell Medicine - https://www.barbellmedicine.com/?gclid=Cj0KCQjwmZejBhC_ARIsAGhCqnfqTpL_CwFwUEq33Rs4FM49dEtwxGygei9erByI-ZGMa0xVKQTsOREaAoXPEALw_wcB

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0:00 - Intro 1:12 - Charlie's 2023 powerlifting comeback story & why he started boxing during his time away from the platform 8:31 - How Charlie worked through his injuries from a mental & physical perspective 14:01 - What has Charlie learned from his injuries & how his training has changed over time 23:30 - Charlie's crazy weight cuts to the 83kg weight class 29:01 - Charlie's nutritional habits & how he moved up to the 93kg weight class 38:58 - Charlie's biggest piece of advice to aspiring powerlifters looking to maximize their potential in powerlifting 44:46 - Charlie's experience getting his Doctorate of Physical Therapy & lessons it's taught him 47:47 - Charlie's near-future powerlifting goals 50:57 - Where people can find Charlie

Charlie's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/charlie_barbellmedicine/Barbell Medicine - https://www.barbellmedicine.com/

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Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 0:43 - How Anders grew his social media 3:51 - What does Anders think has contributed the most to his success growing his social media & what the process of content creation looks like for him 10:33 - The negative stigma around social media influencers in Norway, income potential on social media vs a "normal" job 18:51 - Anders' masters thesis explained & life lessons he learned from the process 25:07 - How & why Anders started lifting weights & his powerlifting aspirations 42:10 - Rapid fire questions 43:22 - Where can people follow Anders?

Anders' YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/BackGuyAnders' Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/back.guy/Apply For Coaching - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScsPS6W24YPa5to-3E9gDcv6DDg7k7Zkvmaxm7zAVx26bP9ng/viewformMy Website - https://adampeeler-fitness.com/My Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/adamdpeeler/MacroFactor Diet Tracking App (Use code PEELER for a 2-Week FREE Trial!) - https://macrofactorapp.com/?fbclid=IwAR1nWSMgA6aaao72V40gYRnOGNl_N40XhTy7ze_Tv6qaN2bpVUVZrXUh6WYBuilt Bar (code PEELER for 10% off) - https://builtbar.com/

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Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 0:52 - Why Matt decided to lower his training volume & what specifically did he change about his programming? 6:36 - How to know whether to increase, decrease, or keep training volume the same 10:24 - How should athletes communicate to their coach regarding how training is feeling in order to optimize their training approach 13:05 - When peaking, how heavy should lifters train leading up to their meets to optimize performance on meet day? 16:21 - How leverages impact how different lifters respond to intensity 20:16 - How Matt started powerlifting & was he naturally strong out of the gate, or did his strength take more time to develop? 25:22 - How expectations & mindset impact your training response & progression & advice on improving your sense of self-efficacy 34:31 - How to properly move up a weight class - diet & training deep dive & how it can positively impact your long term progress in powerlifting 46:29 - How lifter psychology impacts programming considerations 50:07 - How big of jumps should lifters take with load week-to-week in a training block? How absolute strength impacts weekly load progression 53:13 - Deload vs Intro vs Pivot weeks for managing fatigue - which does Matt prefer for himself and most of his lifters?

Matt's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mattvena/Matt's Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@mattvena226Matt's TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@mattvena?lang=en

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0:00 - Intro 2:51 - Learning how to properly use psychological arousal in training & in competition to maximize performance 7:48 - Learning how to optimize technique as a lifter - what things make a difference when developing a lifter's 'optimal' technical strategy & what things do lifters focus on that don't? 18:30 - Why David chooses to self-coach 23:28 - How does David stay objective when coaching himself? What signs does David look for when deciding if his current training is 'working' or not? 36:49 - How submax should training be, and is there a time and place in training for RPE 9.5-10? What does 'training fatigue' even mean in the context of an overall program & what dictates a training program's success? 55:02 - David's future plans & where people can find him?

David's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/davidwoolson/ Hire David - https://www.brazosvalleystrength.com/remote-coaching David's YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@BrazosValleyStrength

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Timestamps: 0:30 - Training update for Marcellus - analyzing his recent spurt of progress (mindset, training variables, recovery variables, etc) and what motivates him 6:22 - The importance of enjoying your training program & the value of a long term coaching relationship 11:44 - How to set yourself up for a successful meet - what variables should lifers focus on in training, the week of the meet, and meet day? 25:49 - Ashton Rouska's training approach explained 36:05 - Pacing your progression during a training block/knowing when to push and when not to 37:39 - Bobb Matthew's training approach explained 44:00 - The importance of taking your accessories & every exercise in your program seriously 45:29 - Christian's (Chestnificent) training approach explained 48:51 - The value of high quality coaching  

Marcellus' Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theswolefessor/ Powerlifting Now - https://powerlifting-now.com/  

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Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 1:57 - Pete's gym & current coaching endeavors 4:05 - Pete's athletic background, why he started powerlifting & what motivated him throughout his training career 15:22 - Why did Pete make the decision to start taking PEDs? 17:14 - What changes did Pete notice when he started taking PEDs? 19:23 - What did Pete's training look like at the peak of his training career?  31:45 - Why did Pete decide to completely come off of PEDs and how has he changed as a person/redefined his identity because of it? 38:38 - What motivated Pete to keep pushing his limits throughout his training career? 42:29 - Pete's nutrition, favorite food & restaurant 47:10 - Pete's craziest weight cut for a meet 51:07 - Pete's favorite steroid cycle 57:07 - Where can people find Pete?

Pete's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/pete.rubish/ Pete's YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@PeteRubish  

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Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 0:55 - Sam’s 30k steps in 30 days experience - why did she do it and what did she learn from it? How did walking that much affect her training? 7:42 - Sam's competitive mindset and relationship with competition 12:16 - Cutting weight for meets - who is it for and who is it not for? 17:21 - Sam's nutrition and how it changes in meet prep vs out of meet prep. 21:07 - The importance of knowing when to push hard with powerlifting, when to back off, and learning how to autoregulate training to maximize long term progress 27:53 - How Sam got into powerlifting coaching and being a coach has changed herself as a person and athlete for the better 37:06 - What to look for in a coach 41:13 - If Sam could give her past self one piece of advice, what would she tell herself? 43:00 - Where can people find Sam?

Sam's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sam.s.calhoun/ Sam's Website - https://samstrong500.com/  Apply For Coaching - https://adampeeler1.typeform.com/to/elvzT31W?typeform-source=mailchi.mp  My Website - https://adampeeler-fitness.com/  My Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/adamdpeeler/  Built Bar (code PEELER for 10% off) - https://builtbar.com/

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Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 1:37 - Eric's coaching & athletic background 5:31 - What does a productive coach-athlete relationship look like? 10:21 - My progression as a powerlifter with Eric, how my training has changed over time, how variations can help a lifter progress on their competition lifts, how water cutting affected my meet day performance, squat and bench training 29:09 - Deadlift training this prep & struggles I had with my lat strain and building my deadlift back up leading into competition - changes to deadlift training moving forward 38:13 - The value of deadlifting after squat in training for powerlifters 39:35 - My unique wave load approach Eric created for me to manage chronic fatigue 43:44 - Eric's opinion on why powerlifters are stronger than ever right now & is writing effective powerlifting programming difficult? How to write effective training programs over time 46:56 - Singles year round vs rep-based top sets 52:47 - The value of coaching & where can people find Eric?

Eric's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/elevatebarbell/ The Strength Athlete - https://www.thestrengthathlete.com/

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Sorry about the audio on my end! Won't happen again. Still a great episode with tons of fantastic information!

Timestamps: 2:28 - The importance of progressive tension overload & training volume for hypertrophy 4:51 - Should people progress towards maximum recoverable volumes or lean towards staying more around maximum adaptive volume? 10:01 - How to determine optimal training volumes for hypertrophy & strength based off of athlete response, training age & strength levels 14:09 - Are there differences in training volumes used for enhanced athletes when they are on or off cycle? 19:36 - How might exercise selection change as an athlete diets and gets leaner and closer to a bodybuilding show? The art of coaching closer to a competition. 24:32 - How should strength athletes think about their hypertrophy training to potentiate long term strength development? The importance of specificity of maximizing long term strength in relationship to your hypertrophy programming 35:24 - Rates of weight gain to maximize muscle growth. Differences between natural and enhanced rates of gain 45:00 - When to stop a bulk - what signs should we look for? 48:57 - Where can people find Luke?

Luke's Content & Coaching Services - https://instabio.cc/NoSwitchFitness Luke's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/noswitchfitness/

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Timestamps: 1:21 - The importance of creating sustainable habits and skills with nutrition for long term body composition changes 8:50 - What are foundational principles of successful nutrition and lifestyle changes that contribute to long term body composition changes? 19:30 - The importance of creating self efficacy with behavior changes & how fast to implement changes to your lifestyle 23:42 - How to monitor your nutrition based on your goals 36:13 - What are the main principles your training program should be created around? 46:41 - How Daniel periodizes his training and the importance of client feedback and enjoying training 55:21 - Where can people find Daniel?

Daniel’s Instagram - https://instagram.com/daniel_debrocke?igshid=NmNmNjAwNzg= Daniel's Content - https://linktr.ee/daniel_debrocke  

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Timestamps: 1:09 - The relationship between training volume and strength adaptations vs training intensity and strength adaptations 6:48 - How Brian prefers to periodize training for long term strength development 15:01 - Beginner vs intermediate vs advanced lifter differences in programming & periodization & the importance of occasional submaximal phases of training 21:47 - Morphological adaptations driven by higher intensities 24:32 - Neurological adaptations driven by higher intensities 29:24 - How to individualize training priorities (volume vs intensity) based off of athlete needs and athlete psychology 39:57 - Body fat percentages & powerlifting performance - how lean should you be to optimize performance and competitiveness 52:02 - How to optimize gaining muscle & moving up a weight class as a powerlifter 

Brain's Website - https://myojournal.com/ Brian's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/bdminor/ 3DMJ - https://3dmusclejourney.com/  

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Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 1:32 - What does it mean to be a good coach? What should coaches aim to do for their athletes? 8:54 - What life lessons has Matt learned from powerlifting and how has he seen it impact the lives of those he's coached? 18:41 - Matt's unique deadlift programming method and why he prefers to train the deadlift with singles only 31:55 - How heavy of a single would Matt program on the Squat, Bench, and Deadlift leading into a meet? The importance of Benching and Deadlifting heavy after a Squat in training 34:49 - What are some traits Matt’s noticed that most of the best athletes in this sport share that lifters aspiring to be elite can learn from? 47:00 - Matt’s thoughts on the huge pressure in powerlifting today to make dramatic progress in such a short period of time. How can lifters navigate this? 55:11 - Where can people find Matt?  

Matt's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mlgary72/ SSPT - https://www.supremesportspt.com/ Matt's Deadlift Program - https://www.instagram.com/p/BJ0V1M5BpwS/ https://marylandpowerlifting.com/2014/10/14/train-the-deadlift/ 

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Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 1:18 - Ethics running a supplement company & why Ben started a supplement company 10:16 - What are stimulants & what do they do? 12:36 - Effective doses for caffeine & how to take it in the smartest way for your goals & reduce negative side effects from over/mis use 18:58 - How caffeine impacts sleep & how sleep impacts the efficacy of caffeine at any dose of caffeine 23:43 - Slow vs fast caffeine metabolizer characteristics 25:38 - Alpha GPC/cholinergics & how nootropics work & interact with caffeine 31:58 - What makes pre workout formulas feel different from only supplementing plain old fashioned caffeine anhydrous & why there is a inter individual variation in response pre workout formulas 41:35 - How to make your decisions about what supplements you do take & whether or not they are efficacious for your goals 49:24 - Training volume & customizing the training variables to each athlete 56:14 - Why you need patience & grit to reach your genetic potential 1:05:57 - Where can people find Ben?  

Elemental Formulations - https://eformulations.co/ Ben's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/benesgro/ Article on Nootropics Ben Referenced - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22886028/  

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Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 1:35 - Programming variations - why program variations at all in a program? 5:54 - What variations does Steve find himself programming for his lifters most frequently? 11:45 - Posterior chain hypertrophy work and properly hip hinging for stronger deadlifts 16:24 - Are there "magic formulas" in terms of combining variations with the competition lift? 21:55 - Pacing progression during a training block 26:12 - Static vs progressive RPE during a training block & the value of lifter feedback 39:14 - Peaking for meets & the value of identifying performance trends in training for competition results 43:25 - Coaching RPE for lifters who are new to the system 45:12 - Programming strategies for overcoming stubborn bench presses  

Steve's IG & Website - https://prsontheplatform.com/ https://www.instagram.com/prs_performance/

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Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 2:23 - Considerations you should make before starting PEDs 6:01 - What do AAS actually do? Steroid family tree, knowing which class of drug (DHT vs Center Column vs 19-nor) you should implement based off your goals and desired “look” 14:07 - Anabolic:Androgenic Ratio 19:45 - First course recommendations & guidelines 28:03 - Why escalating dose to peak exposure during a course instead of peak dose/exposure from day 1 during a course? 35:14 - Determining course length and time off 42:55 - How to know how much AAS to take 47:30 - When to consider adding in growth hormone & why would you implement it? 57:09 - Where can people find Mircea?  

Team Evil GSP - https://teamevilgsp.com/ Membersite - https://members.teamevilgsp.com/ Mircea's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mirceabjr/  

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Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 2:12 - The importance of deloads/fatigue management with long term progress & what excessive fatigue feels like 8:32 - Fatigue differences between strength and hypertrophy training 11:39 - Deadlifts for back growth and the importance of learning how to work hard early on in your training career 16:16 - The importance of longevity with training, diet and PED use 18:41 - Tray's experience with Tren & other anabolics 33:21 - Why we love injectable L-Carnitine 37:51 - The art of getting staying lean year round  

Tray's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tray.17/  

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Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 2:15 - What got Max into lifting weights? 5:40 - Max’s transition from powerlifting to bodybuilding - what motivated that change and what changes did he notice from switching training focuses? 13:54 - Max's recent massing/bulking phase of training - advice for hardgainers and how optimize your bulk 29:05 - Importance of NEAT for optimizing your results 34:21 - How to coach yourself 42:01 - Who to follow on social media for information to guide your training and dieting & the value of understanding evidence based principles of training and dieting 45:07 - Max's competition prep plans

Max's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/maxstrazny/ Max's YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/MaxStrazny 

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Timestamps: 0:40 - What is a bulk/goals of a bulk 1:33 - Why lean bulk over dirty bulk 4:15 - Why bulking is necessary for long term physique and strength progress 6:57 - Mindset during a lean bulk  10:03 - How much of a calorie surplus you should be in & rates of weight gain 16:56 - When to increase calories & by how much 19:35 - Macro split during a lean bulk 24:13 - Cardio during a lean bulk 26:05 - Weight training during a lean bulk 29:25 - Measuring progress 30:39 - How long to bulk for 32:25 - Supplements to take during a bulk   

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Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 2:21 - Pre-training meals - the interaction between total kcal content and satiety on training performance 13:05 - Carbohydrate mouth rinsing and exercise performance. Zero calorie vs carbohydrate containing beverages. 15:33 - How do things change with pre-training meals and their importance during higher volume hypertrophy training when compared to strength/power training? 17:58 - How many carbohydrates should we consume pre-training? How satiated should we feel going into training? The importance of individualization regarding pre-training meals. 20:44 - Periodizing singles for Powerlifting training. How Eric individualizes periodizing singles for each lifter he coaches. The importance of having a system as a coach/lifter to find the best training approach to maximize strength gains. 33:32 - Signal vs noise with programming. How to find what works "best" for a lifter as a coach and apply it to your actual program and periodization structure. 38:34 - Differences periodizing training for beginner, intermediate, and advanced athletes 43:48 - How important is muscle size for powerlifting training? How to train for muscle growth without sacrificing strength progress. 51:15 - Individualizing exercise selection for powerlifting to drive progress. Application of specificity to training. 55:19 - Where can people find Eric?

In addition to some coaching, Eric Helms PhD, CSCS is the Chief Science Officer of 3DMJ. He ensures 3DMJ stays up to date with best practice and acts as a science communicator, helping lifters find sustainable pathways to high performance. Eric is a research fellow at the Sports Performance Research Institute New Zealand at Auckland University of Technology, pursuing research in training, nutrition and psychology for strength and physique sport. Eric has a PhD in Strength and Conditioning with a research focus on autoregulating powerlifting, a masters with a research focus on protein and macronutrient manipulation for dieting bodybuilders, a second masters in exercise science and health promotion, and a bachelors in sports management, fitness and wellness. Also an athlete, Eric earned pro status as a natural bodybuilder with the PNBA in 2011, is a raw powerlifter in the IPF, and dabbles in weightlifting.

Eric's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/helms3dmj/ 3D Muscle Journey: https://3dmusclejourney.com/

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Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 1:05 - The role of training frequency in muscle growth. Is higher or lower frequency better? 8:36 - Work:rest ratio/determining number of training sessions you should have for yourself? - how do you determine the optimal work:rest ratio for yourself to maximize gains? 14:14 - Training vs rest day nutrition - Should we cycle calories for best results? The importance of nutrient timing. 21:33 - How important is nutrient timing and meal frequency? Does it change when bulking or cutting? 26:09 - How to manage digestive issues and optimize digestive health. 32:17 - Differences between bulking as a natty vs enhanced athlete - rates of gain, training volume, etc. 37:19 - The validity of the constrained energy expenditure model. Practical recommendations for NEAT and activity levels outside of weight training. 48:32 - What does having "good genetics" mean with training and body composition outcomes? 52:12 - Why consistent effort and your mindset matters more than having good genetics with your training and body composition outcomes 58:26 - Where can people find Menno?  

Menno's Website - https://mennohenselmans.com/ Menno's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/menno.henselmans/ 

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Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 3:46 - Progressive tension overload & training volume's role In muscle growth - which is more important & how they interact with each other 22:15 - How things change when you are an enhanced athlete vs natural 24:14 - How do you determine "optimal" training volumes for yourself?  32:04 - How your leverages impact exercise selection for muscle growth and volume tolerance 38:15 - How would Lyle progress training volume as a lifter advances from beginner, to intermediate, to advanced training status? 54:00 - Should you ramp training volume from minimum effective training volumes to maximum recoverable volumes? 57:47 - How to structure & periodize your nutrition to maximize muscle growth & stay lean 1:03:07 - Training vs rest day nutrition 1:05:31 - The realities of how fast you can gain muscle 1:08:31 - The impact of genetics & performance enhancing drugs on muscle growth potential 1:20:44 - Where can people find Lyle?

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Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 4:28 - How to respond to pain in training? What does pain actually mean? 10:15 - How to find an entry point to begin the rehab process. What variables should we progressively manipulate to be able to return to normal training? 18:18 - Progression and expectation management throughout rehab. How long will rehab take? 29:02 - When to seek professional assistance/consultation and the benefits of working 1-on-1 with a qualified professional

Kevin's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dockevfit/ Book A Performance Rebab Consult - https://adampeeler-fitness.com/collections/training-app/products/performance-rehab Coaching and Programming - https://adampeeler-fitness.com/ My Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/adamdpeeler/ Built Bar (code PEELER for 10% off) - https://builtbar.com/ Staunch Supplements (Code Peeler15) - https://tinyurl.com/qpe7fz5

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Timestamps: 0:29 - How has competing as an elite powerlifter helped Mike's ability to coach? 6:42 - What inspired the Emerging Strategies framework to programming and periodization that Mike pioneered? How can lifters and coaches apply its principles to their training? What do different response types to training look like? 16:59 - How to manage athlete expectations surrounding the training process 26:35 - How important is it to track data as a coach and athlete? 30:19 - What are the main differences programming for a beginner, intermediate, and advanced lifter? 36:45 - Pivot weeks explained - how they differ from deload and intro weeks 46:44 - - Should all powerlifting coaches come up with their own systems for training? What guidelines should they follow and how should they go about creating that system? 59:16 - What does Mike think about the widespread adoption of RPE in training approaches today? - Are there any updates or changes Mike would like to make to the RPE system in general? 1:05:25 - How does training using RPE make a lifter better? 1:07:50 - Where can people find Mike and RTS?

Mike's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/miketuchscherer/ Reactive Training Systems - https://www.instagram.com/reactivetrainingsystems/

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Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 0:45 - What role should strength & conditioning principles play in rehabilitative settings for medical professionals? Should more medical professionals who work in a rehabilitative setting be familiar with strength & conditioning principles? What is the role of strength & conditioning specialists in the public health sphere? 19:11 - How should we approach the rehab process as medical professionals from an exercise selection and progressive loading perspective for best outcomes? 25:46 - Jordan's updated opinion on BCAA's: Are they useful or not? What supplements are worth taking? What risks come with choosing certain supplements? 40:21 - Jordan's updated opinion on obesity: What variables play a role in obesity? How can we best combat the obesity epidemic to improve public health? 53:55 - Jordan's updated view on programming strategies and the concept of progressive overload vs progressive loading. What strategies can we use to gain muscle and strength and overall net positive fitness adaptations? How should we approach adding load to the barbell over time to maximize fitness adaptations? How do fitness adaptations actually work? 1:11:37 - Jordan's updated view on total daily energy expenditure. Implications of the constrained energy expenditure model and practical application to our own lifestyles. 1:25:33 - Where can people find Jordan and Barbell Medicine?

Jordan Feigenbaum is an experienced strength coach who also has his medical degree and residency training. In addition to a veritable laundry list of credentials, Jordan is also an elite powerlifter who currently hold one of the top 20 totals of all-time (source: Powerlifting Watch). If he’s not coaching, training, or playing doctor, you’ll likely find Jordan hopping a plane to somewhere fun or reading a book.

Jordan's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jordan_barbellmedicine/ Barbell Medicine - https://www.barbellmedicine.com/ Coaching and Programming - https://adampeeler-fitness.com/ My Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/adamdpeeler/ Built Bar (code PEELER for 10% off) - https://builtbar.com/ Staunch Supplements (Code Peeler15) - https://tinyurl.com/qpe7fz5

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Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 3:58 - How has staying active as a powerlifter has helped Marcellus' ability to effectively coach his clients 13:51 - Marcellus' origin story: how Marcellus started powerlifting and began his career as a full-time powerlifting coach 31:30 - What it takes to be a great powerlifting coach 42:07 - When should you compete for the first time? What is the value of competing vs just lifting for fun? 44:31 - Is peaking for competition overrated or underrated? 48:26 - Peaking strategies Marcellus uses and reasons for using different peaking approaches with different athletes 1:00:02 - How to move up a weight class and put on muscle mass over time most efficiently as a powerlifter 1:05:51 - What goes into game day handling? How should powerlifters prepare for the day of competition? How to pick attempt selections 1:18:46 - Where can people find Marcellus? 

Marcellus' Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theswolefessor/ 

Marcellus' YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtnxj2rz7vzWYz8-AZBeqIg 

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Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 3:50 - The utility of using lower RPE's (5 or less) in powerlifting training 8:51 - Why "low RPE" really means "low intra-set fatigue" and potential benefits of utilizing low intra-set fatigue sets in your training approach 17:44 - How to incorporate & periodize lower intra-set fatigue volume work in your own training approach 25:48 - Why hypertrophy training should likely not utilize a low intra-set fatigue approach and should be used primarily for strength outcomes & practical application 33:19 - How Josh & Zac approach the individualization process of programming to figure out what works for a client 37:48 - Does training that "works" largely look the same between individuals? What key differences are there between individual training response and programming strategies? 48:31 - When moving up a weight class, should training volume be manipulated? How would you change training, if at all, when moving up a weight class? 56:31 - Where can people find Josh & Zac? 

Josh - https://www.instagram.com/josh.datadrivenstrength/

Zac - https://www.instagram.com/zac.datadrivenstrength/

Data Driven Strength - https://www.data-drivenstrength.com/ 

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Kedric Kwan is a PhD student at the University of Auckland in New Zealand studying weight cutting under Dr. Eric Helms. He also has his Masters in Sports and Exercise Nutrition, and is a coach with The Strength Guys and handles 74kg World Champion Powerlifter, Taylor Atwood's nutrition. In this podcast, we talk about weight cutting strategies for powerlifting and how to know if you should just move up a weight class.

Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction 2:12 - Kedric's data collection from IPF Worlds regarding weight cutting 10:21 - Why do the majority of powerlifters at the elite level cut weight? 14:52 - How does muscle vs fat mass impact weight cutting? 18:46 - Who would be a good candidate for rapid weight cutting? Who shouldn't perform a rapid weight cut? 21:33 - What strategies Kedric uses to cut weight. What strategies does he prefer to implement based off how much bodyweight an athlete has to lose? 37:33 - Summary of weight cutting strategies 38:12 - How long does it take for glycogen to deplete when you substitute energy from carbohydrates in exchange for fats? 41:45 - How to properly water load and cut 46:20 - Does it make sense to practice water loading outside of a meet? 49:42 - Differences cutting for a 2-Hour vs 24-Hour weigh in 53:27 - Reconstitution strategies after weighing in 1:08:40 - Is cutting out creatine a viable strategy to acutely cut weight? 1:11:57 - How to move up a weight class properly 1:19:21 - Outro and where people can find Kedric

Kedric's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/kedrictsg/ Contact Kedric - kedric@thestrengthguys.com

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Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro & how Qwin and I met 1:01 - What sparked Qwin's passion for cars? 3:46 - What mods has Qwin made to his STI? 8:15 - What mods would Qwin recommend for people if they want to get the most out of their car? 13:28 - Why did Qwin decide on getting a German Shepherd? 18:07 - Koda & Qwin's bond 21:11 - Did Qwin expect the type of response he got from his transformation video & when did he realize he had good genetics re: his response to training? 28:11 - What has kept Qwin focused on his fitness goals and how does he track his progress? 34:17 - How to make bulking easier & why you should be focused on gaining muscle 41:11 - How Qwin amassed a massive following & advice for creating a career in the fitness industry 48:04 - How to get through self doubt & sad boi hours 54:50 - Qwin's future plans 58:00 - Where can people find Qwin?

Qwin's IG - https://www.instagram.com/qwin_vitale/

Qwin's YT - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRo8KrewJih7-axoTninhvg

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Brendan Papin holds his Bachelors of Science in Exercise Science, is a Doctor of Physical Therapy student, a USAPL powerlifter, and powerlifting coach. In this episode we talk about our anecdotes and observations as athletes in the sport of powerlifting, as well as coaches, and delve into why "powerbuilding" is a suboptimal form of training, and get a bit into injury and rehab science. This is an episode you don't want to miss out on!  

Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 2:21 - Differences in programming for taller vs shorter powerlifters 8:42 - Importance of accessory work/bodybuilding for long-term strength progress 15:03 - How lifter psychology impacts programming decisions 18:04 - Why "powerbuilding" sucks for long-term progress 24:08 - How to manage training during school and still make progress 31:25 - Why lifters should learn how to train with RPE 39:03 - How to reduce the risk of injury in the gym and respond to pain in training 51:39 - Where people can follow Brendan  

Brendan's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/papin_powerlifts/ 

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Aidan Roeder is a 19 year old powerlifter who is making waves in the sport of powerlifting. He currently holds 3x Teen USAPL Nat’l. Records, totals 1632lbs @ 183lbs/83kg bodyweight, and isn't showing signs of slowing down any time soon. In this podcast, we delve into Aidan's training, how he's developed as a powerlifter since he started in the sport, meet day tips, and a lot more powerlifting awesomeness.

Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 1:50 - How Aidan's deadlift has improved since he started Powerlifting 8:04 - How to learn from other lifter's technique and apply different technical cues to your own training 10:51 - Aidan's Powerlifting origin story 19:31 - Powerlifting's accessibility and Powerlifting as a career 23:54 - How has coaching helped Aidan succeed in Powerlifting? 30:43 - What does Aidan's training look like and how does he approach each training session? 40:01 - How does Aidan approach meet day? What does he personally do to make sure he performs well? 50:00 - Does Aidan plan on staying in the 83kg weight class? How does Aidan manage his nutrition? 52:53 - Aidan's long and short term goals in the sport 57:12 - Where people can follow Aidan

Aidan's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/aidanroeder/

Aidan's YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLPQrdH95gGIuRkUVAz0GsQ

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Steve DeNovi got his start in Powerlifting in 2013 when he was living in St. Louis, MO, and while his formal education is in Marketing, his passion and interests lies in the pursuit of strength. Between diligent studying and the constant thirst for knowledge, Steve has taken the principles and theories he has learned to develop best practices within programming and lift technique that have led to dozens of PRs on the platform for his athletes. Under the tutelage of Hani Jazaryli of The Strength Athlete and Brad Couillard of Integrated Strength, he’s been able to set personal bests of a 479lb. squat, 275lb. bench press, and 535lb. deadlift in competition.

In this episode, we talk about powerlifting programming strategies, what it takes to be a full-time powerlifting coach, and where Steve sees the sport of Powerlifting going in the future. If you're a powerlifting nerd, you're going to love this episode.

Time Stamps: 0:00 - Intro 3:02 - How Steve grew his online presence and coaching business 10:02 - What is it like coaching top level competitors? 13:18 - How does Steve individualize programs? What strategies does he use and how does he manipulate training variables for each athlete? 30:55 - How does Steve know if the training approach he has created for his athlete is working? What are the key metrics he tracks? 36:00 - How does Steve correct lifting technique as an online coach? 41:40 - How lifter psychology plays into programming and coaching strategies 52:00 - What goes into being a good coach? What should lifters look for when selecting a powerlifting coach? 59:03 - Where does Steve see the sport of Powerlifting heading in the future? What changes would he like to see in the sport to help nurture and continue its growth? 1:05:35 - Where can people find Steve?

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Alex Sydor is one of the strongest teenagers in the world. At 18 years old, he holds 6x American Records, is the current Raw/HS Nats T2 83kg Champ, and has totaled 692.5kg/1526lbs at 18 Years Old 83kg. In this podcast episode, we discuss how Alex got into powerlifting, his training, future plans in the sport, and other nerdy powerlifting topics.

TIMESTAMPS 0:00 - Intro 1:31 - How Alex got into powerlifting 9:30 - Alex's athletic background 11:07 - How much does Alex pay attention to his nutrition? 16:44 - How has Alex's training approach evolved? 27:18 - How much Alex gets out of peaking for a meet on each competition lift and attempt strategy 37:18 - Alex's advice for anyone wanting to get into powerlifting or their first meet 43:24 - Alex's future powerlifting plans and goals 46:12 - Who Alex looks up to in powerlifting 49:04 - Where people can follow Alex's progress

Alex's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/alexsydor/?hl=enAlex's YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/user/AlexPlaysNba2k14

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Bryce Lewis is a competitive, drug-free elite powerlifter in the 83-105kg weight classes. He holds records in both the USA Powerlifting federation (USAPL) and International Powerlifting Federation (IPF), and strives to promote the comprehension and love of powerlifting training throughout the world. In this podcast we dive into what Bryce has learned throughout his training career, as a coach, and why he loves powerlifting.

Timestamps:

0:00 - Guest introduction

1:45 - How is Bryce's training going?

2:46 - How did bodybuilding set him up to be an elite powerlifter? What did he learn from his time bodybuilding that translated over to powerlifting?

8:04 - How is Bryce's training different now compared to training approaches he's used in the past?

13:24 - What considerations does Bryce make when programming and periodizing the Squat, Bench, and Deadlift in the context of an overall training approach for an athlete?

22:00 - How does Bryce create an individualized training approach for athletes? What does the process look like?

26:35 - How has Bryce’s psychology/philosophy training influenced how he programs? Does he take that into account when programming for his clients? Ex - does he give his clients who thrive off adrenaline more heavy singles? 30:04 - How do you deal with ups and downs in the training process?

35:33 - Lifting for Instagram vs for long term athlete development

42:56 - What makes a good coach? Coaching vs programming - similarities and differences between the two

51:14 - What are Bryce's goals for 2021?

Bryce's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/bryce_tsa/

The Strength Athlete - https://www.thestrengthathlete.com/

Bryce's YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/user/bryce126

Coaching and Programming - https://adampeeler-fitness.com/

My Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/adamdpeeler/

Built Bar (code PEELER for 10% off) - https://builtbar.com/

Staunch Supplements (Code Peeler15) - https://tinyurl.com/qpe7fz5

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In this podcast episode, the Yoda of hypertrophy himself, Dr. Mike Israetel delves into how he theorized the concept of volume landmarks, some reasons why you might not be getting stronger, how to manage water retention while dieting, and lots of other cool topics.

Cofounder of Renaissance Periodization, Dr. Mike Israetel

holds a PhD in Sport Physiology from East Tennessee State University.

Currently a professor in the strength and hypertrophy masters program at Lehman College, Mike has taught several courses at multiple universities, including Nutrition for Public Health, Advanced Sports Nutrition and Exercise, and Nutrition and Behavior.

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Kade Proctor is the definition of an elite powerlifter. To date, he holds the 9th highest total in the 275lbs weight class, totaling 2110lbs with an 804.6lbs Squat, 501.5lbs Bench, and an 804.6lbs Deadlift and a 546 WILKS.

In this episode, we dive into Kade's training, what lessons he's learned from powerlifting, and why he loves picking heavy things up and putting them back down again in 3 specific movement patterns.

Kade's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kade.proctor/

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Steve Hall is one of the biggest evidence-based bodybuilding coaches and educators in the fitness industry and has had a massive positive impact on the fitness community in general.  In this podcast, Steve goes into depth on his experience and what he has learned as an advanced bodybuilder, as well as the merits of using an evidence-based approach with maximizing progress as a bodybuilder.

Revive Stronger's Coaching & Membersite - https://revivestronger.com Steve's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/revivestronger/  Coaching and Programming - https://adampeeler-fitness.com/  My Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/adamdpeeler/  Built Bar (code PEELER for 10% off) - https://builtbar.com/  Staunch Supplements (Code Peeler15) - https://tinyurl.com/qpe7fz5

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In addition to some coaching, Eric Helms PhD, CSCS is the Chief Science Officer of 3DMJ. He ensures 3DMJ stays up to date with best practice and acts as a science communicator, helping lifters find sustainable pathways to high performance. Eric is a research fellow at the Sports Performance Research Institute New Zealand at Auckland University of Technology, pursuing research in training, nutrition and psychology for strength and physique sport. Eric has a PhD in Strength and Conditioning with a research focus on autoregulating powerlifting, a masters with a research focus on protein and macronutrient manipulation for dieting bodybuilders, a second masters in exercise science and health promotion, and a bachelors in sports management, fitness and wellness. Also an athlete, Eric earned pro status as a natural bodybuilder with the PNBA in 2011, is a raw powerlifter in the IPF, and dabbles in weightlifting.

Eric's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/helms3dmj/3D Muscle Journey: https://3dmusclejourney.com/ Coaching and Programming - https://adampeeler-fitness.com/ My Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/adamdpeeler/ Built Bar (code PEELER for 10% off) - https://builtbar.com/ Staunch Supplements (Code Peeler15) - https://tinyurl.com/qpe7fz5

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Gabrielle has a PhD in Human Nutrition, Foods and Exercise. She specifically studied the role of probiotics on gut health and skeletal muscle metabolism. Gabrielle is also a Renaissance Periodization coach and has experience competing in bodybuilding as well as endurance and power sports.

Gabrielle's Website: https://vitaminphdnutrition.com/Gabrielle's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gabrielle.fu... Gabrielle's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VitaminPhD/Gabrielle's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vitaminphd/

Coaching and Programming - https://adampeeler-fitness.com/ My Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/adamdpeeler/ Built Bar (code PEELER for 10% off) - https://builtbar.com/ Staunch Supplements (Code Peeler15) - https://tinyurl.com/qpe7fz5

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Jordan Syatt is a personal trainer who has grown an online presence by doing everything you shouldn't. You'll find almost no video or photo of him lifting, showing off abs or "exposing" other practitioners. Instead he delivers on a consistent basis practical, insightful and useful fitness information. In this episode, we talk about why Jordan started coaching, the importance of self-belief/self-efficacy, and how to deadlift a hippogriff-ton of weight.

Jordan's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/syattfitness/ Jordan's YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZk-...

Coaching and Programming - https://adampeeler-fitness.com/ My Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/adamdpeeler/ Built Bar (code PEELER for 10% off) - https://builtbar.com/ Staunch Supplements (Code Peeler15) - https://tinyurl.com/qpe7fz5

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Powerlifting Q&A with my coach, Jaeger Low. Jaeger has received his Bachelors Degree in Exercise Science, has experience working as an Undergrad Intern for Juggernaut Training Systems and learned powerlifting programming theory and periodization under Chad Wesley Smith, has coached many athletes to State records, National titles and records, lived with Jared Feather of Renaissance Periodization for 2 semesters in college, and is the 2018 USPA Drug Tested Junior National Champ.

In this episode, we delve into everything you need to know about getting stronger for Powerlifting.

Jaeger's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jaegernawt/ Coaching and Programming - https://adampeeler-fitness.com/ My Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/adamdpeeler/ Built Bar (code PEELER for 10% off) - https://builtbar.com/ Staunch Supplements (Code Peeler15) - https://tinyurl.com/qpe7fz5