The Joe Rogan Experience #1905 - Derek, More Plates More Dates
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Dec 3, 2022 Dive into the fascinating world of fitness as Derek, a fitness educator, unpacks the allure and controversies surrounding figures like 'the liver king.' The discussion navigates the murky waters of natural versus steroid use in bodybuilding, while also tackling the ethics of dietary supplement marketing. Listeners are treated to insights on the health benefits of organ meats and the challenges of celebrity fitness standards, as well as the psychological toll of public life. Engaging personal stories reveal resilience, recovery, and the complexities of our modern fitness narratives.
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Liver King's Physique
- Joe Rogan and Derek discuss the Liver King, a fitness influencer who claimed a natural physique.
- Rogan expresses disbelief, citing the Liver King's extreme musculature as evidence of steroid use.
Belief and Deception
- Derek notes that the Liver King's extreme physique and unique marketing tactics made his claims go viral.
- Many, including big names, believed him despite suspicions, highlighting the power of direct claims of naturalness.
Paul Sklar's Natural Physique
- Joe Rogan contrasts the Liver King with Paul Sklar, a naturally jacked 50-year-old.
- Rogan emphasizes Sklar's physique as an example of what's achievable through discipline and legal supplements.