
Barbell Shrugged
New episode every Wednesday! Join the Barbell Shrugged crew in conversations about fitness, training, and frequent interviews w/ CrossFit Games athletes!
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Aug 12, 2020 • 1h 31min
It Takes Guts: The Most Nutrient Dense Food You Are Missing Out On w/ Ashleigh Van Houten, Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Travis Mash - Barbell Shrugged #494
Food (and life) is all about perspective: having an open mind and an adventurous spirit can take you to wonderful places you’d never experience otherwise. Pre-Order your copy of “It Takes Guts” here: Amazon and Barnes and Noble From health and nutrition writer, podcast host, and self-proclaimed health nerd Ashleigh VanHouten comes this entertaining and user-friendly guide to enjoying some of the more adventurous parts of the animal, as well as understanding the value of whole-animal cooking. Enjoy 75 delicious and uncomplicated recipes sourced from an enthusiastic advocate of nose-to-tail, ancestrally inspired eating who does not have a background in cooking or organ meats—so if she can do it, so can you! Ashleigh has also enlisted the help of some of her chef friends who are known for their beautiful preparations of nose-to-tail dishes to ensure that her recipes nourish and satisfy both your body and your palate. In this Episode of Barbell Shrugged: What are the benefits of organ meat. Sustainability and eating nose to tail. Why is organ meat so much healthier yet we never eat it. How to make organ meat a part of your daly diet. Gut health and the microbiome. Where to find Ashleigh’s new book, “It Takes Guts” on preorder Ashleigh VanHouten on Instagram Anders Varner on Instagram Doug Larson on Instagram Coach Travis Mash on Instagram ———————————————— Training Programs to Build Muscle: https://bit.ly/34zcGVw Nutrition Programs to Lose Fat and Build Muscle: https://bit.ly/3eiW8FF Nutrition and Training Bundles to Save 67%: https://bit.ly/2yaxQxa Please Support Our Sponsors Shadow Creative Studios - Save $200 + Free Consult to start you podcast using code” “Shrugged” at podcast.shadowstud.io Organifi - Save 20% using code: “Shrugged” at organifi.com/shrugged www.masszymes.com/shruggedfree - for FREE bottle of BiOptimizers Masszymes http://onelink.to/fittogether - Brand New Fitness Social Media App Fittogether Purchase our favorite Supplements here and use code “Shrugged” to save 20% on your order: https://bit.ly/2K2Qlq4 Garage Gym Equipment and Accessories: https://bit.ly/3b6GZFj Save 5% using the coupon code “Shrugged”

Aug 10, 2020 • 1h 7min
Should You Stretch? - The Relationship Between Mobility and Stability w/ Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Travis Mash - Barbell Shrugged #493
In this Episode of Barbell Shrugged: What is Mobility? What is Stability? What is the relationship between mobility and stability? How do you improve mobility and stability together? Should you increase your stretching? Why is flexibility not the answer to lifting more weight? Anders Varner on Instagram Doug Larson on Instagram Coach Travis Mash on Instagram ———————————————— Training Programs to Build Muscle: https://bit.ly/34zcGVw Nutrition Programs to Lose Fat and Build Muscle: https://bit.ly/3eiW8FF Nutrition and Training Bundles to Save 67%: https://bit.ly/2yaxQxa Please Support Our Sponsors Shadow Creative Studios - Save $200 + Free Consult to start you podcast using code” “Shrugged” at podcast.shadowstud.io Organifi - Save 20% using code: “Shrugged” at organifi.com/shrugged www.masszymes.com/shruggedfree - for FREE bottle of BiOptimizers Masszymes http://onelink.to/fittogether - Brand New Fitness Social Media App Fittogether Purchase our favorite Supplements here and use code “Shrugged” to save 20% on your order: https://bit.ly/2K2Qlq4 Garage Gym Equipment and Accessories: https://bit.ly/3b6GZFj Save 5% using the coupon code “Shrugged”

Aug 5, 2020 • 1h 5min
Biological Tipping Points and How to Eliminate Your Back Pain Lifting Weights w/ Dr. Stuart McGill, Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Travis Mash - Barbell Shrugged #492
Dr. Stuart M. McGill is a professor emeritus, University of Waterloo, where he was a professor for 30 years. His laboratory and experimental research clinic investigated issues related to the causal mechanisms of back pain, how to rehabilitate back-pained people and enhance both injury resilience and performance. His advice is often sought by governments, corporations, legal experts, medical groups and elite athletes and teams from around the world. His work produced over 240 peer-reviewed scientific journal papers, several textbooks, and many international awards. He mentored over 37 graduate students during this scientific journey. During this time he taught thousands of clinicians and practitioners in professional development and continuing education courses around the world. He continues as the Chief Scientific Officer for Backfitpro Inc. In this Episode of Barbell Shrugged: Biological Tipping Points Thoughts and recommendations on Reverse Hypers Stance on flexed deadlifts Bilateral v Unilateral Squats Best movements for stabilizing the core properly What is the core? Dr. Stuart McGill on Instagram Anders Varner on Instagram Doug Larson on Instagram Coach Travis Mash on Instagram ———————————————— Training Programs to Build Muscle: https://bit.ly/34zcGVw Nutrition Programs to Lose Fat and Build Muscle: https://bit.ly/3eiW8FF Nutrition and Training Bundles to Save 67%: https://bit.ly/2yaxQxa Please Support Our Sponsors Shadow Creative Studios - Save $200 + Free Consult to start you podcast using code” “Shrugged” at podcast.shadowstud.io Organifi - Save 20% using code: “Shrugged” at organifi.com/shrugged www.masszymes.com/shruggedfree - for FREE bottle of BiOptimizers Masszymes http://onelink.to/fittogether - Brand New Fitness Social Media App Fittogether Purchase our favorite Supplements here and use code “Shrugged” to save 20% on your order: https://bit.ly/2K2Qlq4 Garage Gym Equipment and Accessories: https://bit.ly/3b6GZFj Save 5% using the coupon code “Shrugged”

Aug 3, 2020 • 56min
Battle of the Sexes: Should Men and Women Train the Same w/ Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Travis Mash - Barbell Shrugged #491
In this Episode of Barbell Shrugged: What are the similarities and differences in training different sexes? How does each sex respond to higher and lower volume. Why women can stay stronger, longer. Emotional and behavioral qualities of men and women. Volume and frequency for men and women. Language and coaching tactics for each sex. Team and cooperation inside groups. Anders Varner on Instagram Doug Larson on Instagram Coach Travis Mash on Instagram ———————————————— Training Programs to Build Muscle: https://bit.ly/34zcGVw Nutrition Programs to Lose Fat and Build Muscle: https://bit.ly/3eiW8FF Nutrition and Training Bundles to Save 67%: https://bit.ly/2yaxQxa Please Support Our Sponsors Shadow Creative Studios - Save $200 + Free Consult to start you podcast using code” “Shrugged” at podcast.shadowstud.io Organifi - Save 20% using code: “Shrugged” at organifi.com/shrugged www.masszymes.com/shruggedfree - for FREE bottle of BiOptimizers Masszymes http://onelink.to/fittogether - Brand New Fitness Social Media App Fittogether Purchase our favorite Supplements here and use code “Shrugged” to save 20% on your order: https://bit.ly/2K2Qlq4

Jul 29, 2020 • 1h 5min
Nutrition Periodization for Optimizing Body Composition w/ Cody McBroom, Anders Varner, and Doug Larson - Barbell Shrugged - Barbell Shrugged #490
Cody McBroom is the Founder of Tailored Coaching Method, an international coaching company that is built around the idea that every single individual is different and deserves a different plan. Their slogan, "Helping average people understand advanced strategies to achieve above average results.", explains their approach to coaching quite well. They bridge the gap between science and practical application. Cody is also a passionate entrepreneur, podcaster, and content creator, as well as a happy husband and father. In this Episode of Barbell Shrugged: How long should you be in a calorie deficit? How often should you diet throughout a year? Why is maintenance calories king for longevity? How do you structure a year of nutrition? What is nutrition periodization? Minimal effective dose in the weightroom. How do you optimize body comp and not diet year round. Cody McBroom on Instagram Anders Varner on Instagram Doug Larson on Instagram Coach Travis Mash on Instagram ———————————————— Training Programs to Build Muscle: https://bit.ly/34zcGVw Nutrition Programs to Lose Fat and Build Muscle: https://bit.ly/3eiW8FF Nutrition and Training Bundles to Save 67%: https://bit.ly/2yaxQxa Please Support Our Sponsors Shadow Creative Studios - Save $200 + Free Consult to start you podcast using code” “Shrugged” at podcast.shadowstud.io Organifi - Save 20% using code: “Shrugged” at organifi.com/shrugged www.masszymes.com/shruggedfree - for FREE bottle of BiOptimizers Masszymes http://onelink.to/fittogether - Brand New Fitness Social Media App Fittogether Purchase our favorite Supplements here and use code “Shrugged” to save 20% on your order: https://bit.ly/2K2Qlq4 Garage Gym Equipment and Accessories: https://bit.ly/3b6GZFj Save 5% using the coupon code “Shrugged”

Jul 27, 2020 • 1h 11min
Full Body vs. Body Part Splits: What is Best for Building Muscle w/ Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Travis Mash - Barbell Shrugged #489
In this Episode of Barbell Shrugged: The benefits of full body workouts. Are body parts splits ideal for building muscle? How to structure full body training. What frequency should you train on body part splits or full body How do you target lagging body parts? What are is the optimal volume of training in a week? How to structure focus lifts and accessories on full body training. Finding the right training plan for you Anders Varner on Instagram Doug Larson on Instagram Coach Travis Mash on Instagram ———————————————— Training Programs to Build Muscle: https://bit.ly/34zcGVw Nutrition Programs to Lose Fat and Build Muscle: https://bit.ly/3eiW8FF Nutrition and Training Bundles to Save 67%: https://bit.ly/2yaxQxa Please Support Our Sponsors Shadow Creative Studios - Save $200 + Free Consult to start you podcast using code” “Shrugged” at podcast.shadowstud.io Organifi - Save 20% using code: “Shrugged” at organifi.com/shrugged www.masszymes.com/shruggedfree - for FREE bottle of BiOptimizers Masszymes http://onelink.to/fittogether - Brand New Fitness Social Media App Fittogether Purchase our favorite Supplements here and use code “Shrugged” to save 20% on your order: https://bit.ly/2K2Qlq4

Jul 22, 2020 • 1h 55min
How to Optimize Sleep for Strength and Elite Performance w/ Allison Brager, Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Travis Mash - Barbell Shrugged #488
Dr. Allison J. Brager is a neuroscientist for the Army. She has worked at the storied Walter Reed Army Institute of Research in Washington, DC. She and her team have leveraged sleep science discoveries to provide fatigue management solutions to the frontlines. She sits on fatigue management working groups for the Office of the Army Surgeon General, the United States government, and NATO. She is also under candidate selection for the Army Astronaut Program in order to do research on the International Space Station. This past March, she was deployed to New York City to co-lead the COVID-19 clinical testing laboratory of the field support hospital established at the Jacob Javits Convention Center. Allison Brager is also a CrossFit "OG," dating back to 2011. She was on a 2013 and 2015 CrossFit Games team out of Terminus Strength & Conditioning (formerly CrossFitTerminus) and competed as an individual in the 2012 and 2014 Southeast CrossFitRegionals. At present, she is an athlete of the Army Warrior Fitness Team and serves as the battalion’s Director of human performance and outreach education. Her popular science book, "Meathead: Unraveling the Athletic Brain," which she started writing after the 2013 CrossFit Games and had it published right before the 2015 CrossFit Games, bridges her own athletic anecdotes with the latest neuroscience and "biohacks" of elite performance. In this Episode of Barbell Shrugged: How to optimizing sleep? What supplements are best for optimizing sleep. How much sleep do you really need every night. What are the stages of sleep. Does marijuana help with recovery? How do I improve sleep quality with kids and busy schedule? Should you take naps? The front lines of Covid-19 in New York City. Allison Brager on Instagram Anders Varner on Instagram Doug Larson on Instagram Coach Travis Mash on Instagram ———————————————— Training Programs to Build Muscle: https://bit.ly/34zcGVw Nutrition Programs to Lose Fat and Build Muscle: https://bit.ly/3eiW8FF Nutrition and Training Bundles to Save 67%: https://bit.ly/2yaxQxa Please Support Our Sponsors Shadow Creative Studios - Save $200 + Free Consult to start you podcast using code” “Shrugged” at podcast.shadowstud.io Organifi - Save 20% using code: “Shrugged” at organifi.com/shrugged www.masszymes.com/shruggedfree - for FREE bottle of BiOptimizers Masszymes http://onelink.to/fittogether - Brand New Fitness Social Media App Fittogether Purchase our favorite Supplements here and use code “Shrugged” to save 20% on your order: https://bit.ly/2K2Qlq4 Garage Gym Equipment and Accessories: https://bit.ly/3b6GZFj Save 5% using the coupon code “Shrugged”

Jul 20, 2020 • 1h 16min
Belts, Wraps, and Straps: When, Why and How to Use Equipment for Gaining Strength w/ Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Travis Mash - Barbell Shrugged - Barbell Shrugged #487
Fitness experts and coaches Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Travis Mash discuss the right time to use a belt, advantages of knee wraps, and the effects of using equipment on strength. They also talk about hand protection, avoiding imbalances, and personal experiences with weight gain and muscle building.

Jul 15, 2020 • 1h 12min
How to Improve Strength and Conditioning and Human Performance in the Military w/ Brad Lokey, Anders Varner, and Doug Larson - Barbell Shrugged #486
A former United States Marine, Brad Lokey oversees all Human Performance Optimization for Reef systems Corp as their Program Manager. Before working with Reef Systems Corp, Lokey worked as a tactical strength coach for 2 years. Prior to that he was the first ever Director of Strength & Conditioning for Stetson University which was a program that he built from scratch. Other stops along his career include; Cumberland University in Tennessee where he was the Director of Strength & Conditioning. Before that, he spent six months working in the Georgia Tech Strength and Conditioning department – primarily working with the football, softball, swimming and diving and cheerleading squads for the Yellow Jackets. It was during his time at Georgia Tech when Lokey completed his practicum and internship hours to earn his CSCCa SCCC certification. He also spent time working with the football, men’s and women’s basketball and wrestling teams at UT-Chattanooga. Lokey was the first head Strength and Conditioning Coach and Fitness Center Manager at Webber International University in Babson Park, Fla., working in that position for two years. He was responsible for the 19-sport Warriors program, designing and implementing workout programs for all sports, implementing, and analyzing results to test the effectiveness of the programs and creating a computer database for workouts for student-athletes. He earned a master’s degree in Business Administration and Sport Management from Webber International in 2009. Lokey is a member of the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) and Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association (CSCCa). Lokey possesses three credentials from the NSCA including; Registered Strength & Conditioning Coach (RSCC), Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) and Personal Trainer (CPT). He is also Strength & Conditioning Coach Certified (SCCC) and is recognized as an approved mentor by the CSCCa. Connect with Brad Lokey LinkedIn Youtube Anders Varner on Instagram Doug Larson on Instagram Coach Travis Mash on Instagram ———————————————— Barbell Shrugged’s "EMOM Aesthetics Bundle" is the most efficient, effective way to build muscle, stay lean, and athletic without spending 60-90 minutes a day working out. What you get: EMOM Aesthetics - 50 High Intensity, Muscle Building EMOM Workouts ($47) EMOM Aesthetics: Strong 30 - High Volume, High Intensity, Muscle Building ($47) EMOM Aesthetics: Arms and Abs - Accessory Program Targeting Arms and Abs ($47) EMOM Aesthetics: Abs and Glutes - Accessory Program Targeting Abs and Glutes ($47) EMOM Aesthetics: Breathe and Burn - Accessory Program to Burn Fat and Increase Metcons ($47) Two Bonus Personalized Nutrition Resources: Shredded Nutrition - 12 Module Nutrition Course, Meal Plans, Tracking Sheets, and Recipes to Lose Body Fat and Gain Lean Muscle ($147) OTC: Macronutrient Calculator - Personalized Macro Calculator to get the body you desire ($97) Total Retail Value $479 for all 7 Programs. This week only, get all seven programs for $97, saving you 80% off retail. Use code “hypertrophy” at checkout save 80%. 7 Programs for the price of 2 saving you over $382. SAVE 80% TODAY using the code “hypertrophy” at checkout. ———————————————— Training Programs to Build Muscle Nutrition Programs to Lose Fat and Build Muscle Nutrition and Training Bundles to Save 67% Please Support Our Sponsors Shadow Creative Studios - Save $200 + Free Consult to start you podcast using code” “Shrugged” at podcast.shadowstud.io Organifi - Save 20% using code: “Shrugged” at organifi.com/shrugged www.magbreakthrough.com/shrugged - use coupon code SHRUGGED10 to save up to 40% http://onelink.to/fittogether - Brand New Fitness Social Media App Fittogether Purchase our favorite Supplements here and use code “Shrugged” to save 20% on your order: https://bit.ly/2K2Qlq4 Garage Gym Equipment and Accessories: https://bit.ly/3b6GZFj Save 5% using the coupon code “Shrugged”

Jul 13, 2020 • 1h 4min
EMOM Aesthetics: Hypertrophy Training to get Jacked, Lean, and Athletic w/ Anders Varner, and Doug Larson - Barbell Shrugged #485
For a long time, training was the only thing that mattered. Everything I did in and out of the gym was designed to make me stronger. Those days do not exist any more. I am an adult, have kids, and a business to run. My life no longer fuels my training. Instead, training fuels my life. But, that doesn’t mean I do not train hard, have goals, or value training any less. I still want to be jacked, lean, athletic, and get after it 3-5 times a week. I still want to be strong, look good, and get my metcon fix. Now, I just have to be more efficient, effective, and intelligent in how I lift weight. EMOM Aesthetics is the answer. This is the first program, since I found CrossFit, that has radically shifted my enjoyment and results in the gym. The program fits my life, builds muscle, creates intensity that mimics metcons without the beatdown, and keeps my strength numbers near lifetime PR’s. Now, EMOM Aesthetics can be yours. Barbell Shrugged’s "EMOM Aesthetics Bundle" is the most efficient, effective way to build muscle, stay lean, and athletic without spending 60-90 minutes a day working out. What you get: EMOM Aesthetics - 50 High Intensity, Muscle Building EMOM Workouts ($47) EMOM Aesthetics: Strong 30 - High Volume, High Intensity, Muscle Building ($47) EMOM Aesthetics: Arms and Abs - Accessory Program Targeting Arms and Abs ($47) EMOM Aesthetics: Abs and Glutes - Accessory Program Targeting Abs and Glutes ($47) EMOM Aesthetics: Breathe and Burn - Accessory Program to Burn Fat and Increase Metcons ($47) Two Bonus Personalized Nutrition Resources: Shredded Nutrition - 12 Module Nutrition Course, Meal Plans, Tracking Sheets, and Recipes to Lose Body Fat and Gain Lean Muscle ($147) OTC: Macronutrient Calculator - Personalized Macro Calculator to get the body you desire ($97) Total Retail Value $479 for all 7 Programs. This week only, get all seven programs for $97, saving you 80% off retail. Use code “hypertrophy” at checkout save 80%. 7 Programs for the price of 2 saving you over $382. The "EMOM Aesthetics Bundle" is the most comprehensive muscle building training methodology for busy people that want to get jacked, stay lean, athletic, and not spend 90 minutes a day in the gym. Effective and Efficient Muscle Building. High Volume, High Intensity Training. Target Arms, Abs, and Glutes Increase Metcons and Burn Fat. Two Personalized Nutrition Programs. SAVE 80% TODAY using the code “hypertrophy” at checkout. Anders Varner on Instagram Doug Larson on Instagram Coach Travis Mash on Instagram ———————————————— Training Programs to Build Muscle: https://bit.ly/34zcGVw Nutrition Programs to Lose Fat and Build Muscle: https://bit.ly/3eiW8FF Nutrition and Training Bundles to Save 67%: https://bit.ly/2yaxQxa ———————————————— Please Support Our Sponsors Shadow Creative Studios - Save $200 + Free Consult to start you podcast using code” “Shrugged” at podcast.shadowstud.io Organifi - Save 20% using code: “Shrugged” at organifi.com/shrugged www.magbreakthrough.com/shrugged - use coupon code SHRUGGED10 to save up to 40% http://onelink.to/fittogether - Brand New Fitness Social Media App Fittogether Purchase our favorite Supplements here and use code “Shrugged” to save 20% on your order: https://bit.ly/2K2Qlq4