The Discover Strength Podcast
Luke Carlson
Busy people don't have time to waste on exercise that doesn't work. Discover Strength delivers twice per week workouts with an expert trainer. We'll help you look and feel your best in a fraction of the time.
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Jun 29, 2024 • 27min
Announcing our New Study
In this episode, Luke is joined by David Gschneidner, Discover Strength's vice president of Operations and Exercise Physiologist, and Dr. James Fisher from Solent University to announce the new study being conducted at Discover Strength studios in collaboration with Solent University. The purpose of the study is to compare the lean muscle adaptations of a Lengthened Partial Protocol vs. Full Range of Motion Resistance Training.This will be the largest study of its kind.Discover Strength offers free Introductory Workouts at any location across the United States. You can schedule your free Introductory Workout HERE !
Jun 21, 2024 • 17min
Strength Training and Injuries
In this episode, Luke Carlson discusses the critical aspects of strength training and injury prevention, inspired by Dr. Peter Attia and Dr. Sarah Oikawa's research. Here are the key takeaways:Continue to Strength Train when InjuredDon't look at Strength training as a SportMove Slower when you strength trainTrain What's HealthyAdapt WorkoutsLimit the Range of MotionIsometrics Contractions or Static HoldsCross-EducationLet Pain be Your GuideAvoid Dangerous Exercise: First, do no harm.#DiscoverStrength #StrengthTraining #InjuryPrevention #FitnessTips #HealthyAgingDiscover Strength offers free Introductory Workouts at any location across the United States. You can schedule your free Introductory Workout HERE !
Jun 13, 2024 • 26min
HIIT and Zone Two Training with Dr. Martin Gibala
Dr. Martin Gibala, renowned HIIT researcher, discusses benefits of HIIT and Zone Two Training. They explore high cardio fitness's impact on health, debate steady state vs. interval training, and offer training strategies for cardiovascular health. The podcast delves into interval training formats and non-responders to exercise.
Jun 2, 2024 • 18min
Don't Major in Minor Things
In this episode Luke Carlson, CEO of Discover Strength, discusses 6 Strength training elements to double down on.Discover Strength offers free Introductory Workouts at any location across the United States. You can schedule your free Introductory Workout HERE !
May 22, 2024 • 40min
A Special Anniversary Episode: Lawrence Neal Interviews Luke Carlson
This episode is special for two reasons: one, it is Discover Strenghth's 18-year anniversary, and two, Luke is interviewed by a great friend and colleague, Lawrence Neal. Lawrence Neal is the 10-year host of the High Intensity Business podcast, which has over 460+ episodes. Discover Strength offers free Introductory Workouts at any location across the United States. You can schedule your free Introductory Workout HERE !
May 16, 2024 • 12min
None of it is Functional (or ALL of it is)
In this episode of the Discover Strength Podcast, Luke debunks the prevalent myth of functional training.Discover Strength offers free Introductory Workouts at any location across the United States. You can schedule your free Introductory Workout HERE !
May 11, 2024 • 29min
4 Questions with Dr. James Fisher
Dr. James Fisher discusses debunking myths on adjusting training based on menstrual cycle phases, global contrasts in fitness professional licensing, licensure vs. qualification in fitness, adapting strength training during injuries, and optimizing strength training efficiency.
May 4, 2024 • 33min
9 books to shape your exercise, personal development, and work
In this episode, Luke discusses 9 books to shape your exercise, personal development, and work! Discover Strength offers free Introductory Workouts at any location across the United States. You can schedule your free Introductory Workout HERE !
Apr 25, 2024 • 19min
The Under Appreciated Benefits of Strength Training
Strength training is so much more than building strength. In this episode, Luke Carlson, CEO and Exercise Physiologist, discusses the most underappreciated benefits of strength training. Discover Strength offers free Introductory Workouts at any location across the United States. You can schedule your free Introductory Workout HERE !
Apr 18, 2024 • 23min
The Difference in Demonstrating Strength and Developing Strength
What is your objective when it comes to strength training? Are you trying to demonstrate strength, or are you actually creating a meaningful stimulus to develop strength? In this episode, Luke talks about the differences and how we can let go of this old and popular mindset that demonstrating your strength is more important than building strength. Discover Strength offers free Introductory Workouts at any location across the United States. You can schedule your free Introductory Workout HERE !
