Vigor Life Podcast

Always a pleasure having my brother Joel Jamieson back on the show and this time we dove deep into cardiovascular disease and the many misconceptions around it. Joel had his own experience of dealing with it even though he is as fit as can be for his age. 8 out of 10 friends we sent to have an angiogram had blockage without having any symptoms, while also being fit - which is why this is a MUST listen to episode for everyone.Joel is a best-selling author and one of the world’s foremost authorities on strength, conditioning, and energy systems. His training strategies have been used by thousands of elite performers and top athletes worldwide, including the Navy SEALS, UFC champions, and dozens of teams from the NFL, NBA, MLS, NCAA, and more.IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:=> What Joel didn’t expect when he went to get an angiogram test, even though his doctor said he doesn’t need it=> The heart health history of Joel’s family and how genetics play into your risk of cardiovascular disease.=> Why everyone over 40 MUST get one of these two tests (your life could depend on it).=> How the regular bloodwork will NOT tell you the while picture of your heart health.=> 40-50% of people that have her attacks have no idea that they have any symptoms (because of the wrong testing).=> It’s possible that 50-60% of people will develop cardiovascular disease in their lifetime.=> Cardiovascular disease happens in decades, so a picture at one point in time will not tell you whether you’re at risk.=> Is cholesterol the cause of heart disease, yes or no, Joel explains in depth. => What is the truth about statins, life saving or damaging? When to use them, and who?=> What is the #1 factor to keep LDL lower and in the healthy ranges. => Joel breaks down which things you should test and why when you get your bloodwork done. => How did Joel build up his mitochondria after taking statins with the help of L-Carnitine and COQ10 (exact protocol).=> The importance of strength training, cardio, stress management, sleep, and nutrition in preventing cardiovascular disease breaking down each one).=> Is big Pharma our friend or our foe? When are you going to take drugs and its very necessary and when not.=> The power of genetics and how they can influence your chance of disease (this is a MUST hear).=> Who statins are NOT for and who they ARE for.=> The mistake when it comes to statins; not taking them long enough to get the best results. => The biggest myths in longevity and what not to listen to and ignore. => Why do some many people reject life saving medicine?=> The truth about peptides, which ones work and when, and do oral peptides even do anything (most people that sell them have no idea about their effects and whether they work and how to take them).=> What supplements are worth and which ones (most) are BS?=> Why creatine is absolutely a high ROI supplement for almost anyone. LINKS & RESOURCES:Joel Jamieson website  www.8weeksout.comMorpheus Training www.TrainwithMorpheus.comJoel Jamieson Instagram https://www.instagram.com/coachjoeljamieson/Dr. Justin Farnsworth Instagram  https://www.instagram.com/drjustinfarnsworth/Super Coach Mentorship https://lukahocevar.com/super-coach-mentorship/Luka Hocevar YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@Luka-Hocevar/videos

I have been following Justin for a while now and wanted to get him on the show to talk about something everyone deals with - programming and training around pain. We dive into principles and then go into examples in training that people often deal with, including myself. Dr. Justin Farnsworth has been both in the training, performance, and physical therapy space for over two decades. He’s a Doctor of Physical Therapy is one. Justin shares why he chose to work within the fitness industry to make more of an impact than by staying in a clinical settingIN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:=> Justin’s journey from sports performance to physical therapy in the clinical setting.=> How insurance creates handcuffs to get people full back to themselves, and how to overcome it. => Pain is not bad, and reframing how we think about pain (especially as coaches and therapists). => Pain is the body’s request for change, not to stop exercising altogether.=> The importance of communication when it comes to pain and how it can make clients feel safe, or drive them away (a skill worth learning).=> Assessing, finding, and addressing weak links that help eliminate pain (a big tool in the coach’s toolbox).=> The power of helping people in pain train, progress, and see that they’re not broken.=> Molding rehab and training together and getting the best of both worlds. => The language of focusing on what you CAN do rather than what you can’t.=> Step-by-step examples of training around a hip, knee, or low back issue and the regression and progression model to take someone through.=> When you can’t go into a certain range of motion because of pain, here’s how you train and develop that range _______.=> The biggest predictor of pain is not injury, but belief, and how this plays into our coaching and therapy sessions.=> The bio-psycho-social model that affects all training and nutrition and the framework coaches should use to address it.=> What does a study that shows  there’s 729 variables for chronic pain tell us, and why it shouldn’t freak us out. => How to find safe movement patterns and couple them with the trainable men, giving you a combo for gains.=> Understanding the adaptations we want and the tissue we want to stress and the different ways we can do that.=> Coaching what you see and the integrated coaching model (that most coaches don’t use).=> Why therapy doesn’t load the client nearly enough and sets them up for failure in the long run,. => Justin’s manual therapy toolbox you can steal and use.=> How to CTRL + ALT + DELETE your pain and create a training window to improve how you move.=> Does manual therapy work (heating debate going on right now) and should PT’s use it. => Understanding individual need and preferences when it comes to clients and how it is planned into programs. LINKS & RESOURCES:Programming Around Pain Course  mailchi.mp/c1b9dfad3454/programming-around-painDr. Justin Farnsworth Instagram  https://www.instagram.com/drjustinfarnsworth/Super Coach Mentorship https://lukahocevar.com/super-coach-mentorship/Luka Hocevar YouTube Channel 

Cody McBroom, Founder and CEO of Tailored Coaching Method, shares his journey from coaching at Vigor Ground to building an influential online nutrition coaching business. He emphasizes the importance of behavior change over mere calorie counts for client success. Cody discusses the need for personalized coaching, revealing the pitfalls of low-touch services. He advocates for creating strong client connections and outlines his innovative three-phase coaching method. With insights on mentoring and personal development, Cody inspires coaches to prioritize lasting client transformations.

Dr. John Rusin, an internationally recognized strength coach and author of the Pain-Free Performance System, shares insights on lifelong health and injury prevention. He discusses the importance of a hybrid training approach that incorporates six key physical characteristics. John outlines effective session structures and emphasizes quality training over chasing maximal weights. He also elaborates on the importance of mastering one system before dabbling, and he provides practical advice on integrating his methods into various training environments.

Mike Robertson is a close friend and someone I’ve learned a lot from in the last decade and a half and continue to. We’re both curious and love coaching so anytime we talk I’m fired up as we could go on and on about what we’ve learned, what’s working, what’s new, approaches to training, and anything in he fitness and performance realm. This time we talked about how to build a team sport athlete from the ground up step by step, I believe you’ll enjoy it. Mike Robertson is one of the most highly sought-after coaches, consultants, speakers and writers in the fitness industry today.Known for his “no-nonsense” approach to coaching and program design, Mike has made a name for himself as a go-to resource for professional athletes from every major sport, but especially in the world of basketball.Mike is the President of Robertson Training Systems and the co-owner of Indianapolis Fitness and Sports Training (IFAST) in Indianapolis, Indiana. IFAST has been named one of the Top 10 Gyms in America by Men’s Health magazine three times in the past six years.Last but not least, Mike is a devoted husband to his wife Jessica, and father to his children Kendall and Kade, his dog Finn, and his cats Kiki and Steve.IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:=> Why any short term athletic development conversation doesn’t make sense and you have to “slow cook” a great athlete (that stays healthy). => The difference between an already successful athlete and training them vs. building a great athlete (different development approaches). => Step #1 of building an athlete is _______ (it’s not what you think, this will blow your mind). => What is a movement toolbox that an athlete must build (like the ABC’s in the alphabet).=> Mike’s strength standards for athletes to reach in basketball and the exercises he recommends.=> Why getting something athletes “too strong” will make them less bouncy and slower; and how Mike approaches training different types of athletes.=> How to coach athletes that don’t like weights as much and what to communicate with them. => What is an “Athletic Max” and how does Mike use that in his training with athletes. => How any sports season reduces your mobility, joint heath, movement efficiency, and addressing this is key for long term health. => Addressing asymmetries of strength for athletes in the off season; why you have to focus on this. => Where does Mike use overcoming isometrics in training and what strategy he prefers even more. => The 3 phases Mike takes athletes through to develop tendon stiffness. => Why adding too much muscle in an off season is detrimental for most athletes; here’s 3 reasons. => Adding a lot of muscle in the off season can destroy your conditioning (few coaches talk about this).=> How to insert strength and conditioning into a basketball off season (where athletes play a lot of basketball and do skills training). => Mike’s off season basketball strength and conditioning template (for youth, pro, and weekend warriors).=> Why being “fit” and going to workout in the gym won’t prepare you for high intensity full court basketball.=> How Mike approaches return to play with basketball athletes that had an injury. => The blueprint for a weekend warrior getting back to playing basketball. => How to use force plates to discover what an athlete needs to work on and when (and how it helps get buy in with athletes training in the weight room and out of it).=> The methods Mike uses to condition his athletes when getting back to getting game time ready.=> Social media and how it avoids the “well rounded” approach to fitness and performance.=> What methods don’t have scientific backing but make athletes feel better and we use them.LINKS & RESOURCES:Mike Robertson's Website Mike Robertson InstagramMike Robertson Program Design Mentorship Super Coach Mentorship Luka Hocevar YouTube Channel 

Joe DeFranco, a renowned strength and conditioning coach with a roster of elite athletes, shares his insights on aging gracefully after 40. He discusses the importance of holistic fitness, advocating for balance between body and mind while emphasizing personalized training methods. DeFranco highlights the value of integrating machines and free weights for optimal performance, as well as the necessity of effective warm-up routines. He also explores the quality of supplements and the significance of adapting fitness routines to support longevity and well-being.

In this episode, Eric Bach, an online coach and founder of Bach Performance, shares his journey from in-person training to a 7-figure online business. He discusses the 9 physiological adaptations crucial for those over 35, emphasizing personalized workout routines that balance aesthetics, health, and performance. Eric breaks down effective training techniques, including joint-friendly explosive movements, the significance of exercise selection, and how to navigate fitness challenges while maintaining a busy lifestyle. His insights aim to empower listeners to optimize their workouts and improve their overall well-being.

Great to have my brother @everygotdamndre back on the show while visiting Seattle for our Built To Last Gym mastermind as we dove into the most effective training methods, why he trains the way he trains and programs the way he programs, the reason he often turns down big brand deals, what he believes in when it comes to lifestyle and nutrition, as well as how to stand out online. IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:=> What’s the philosophy behind Dre’s own training and mixing up kettlebells, barbells, machines or any other implements.=> How does Dre break down his training week and days. His unique approach to changing up exercises and exploring movements. => How to address boredom when coaching clients so they keep coming back. => The 60/40 split of programmed vs. exploring and how I use it in the system. => Why not completing the outlined workout is ok as it drives the challenge to complete it (this is why at first most people can’t complete Dre’s workouts, but they get fired up to eventually complete them).=> Implementing weak links into training so you don’t have to work them separately. => Why Dre brings his heart rate to a max by the end of his warm up. => How Dre approaches training different abilities (power, strength, cardio, mobility) throughout the year but always stay ready in every single one of them.=> What majority of people are actually looking for when they are joining a training program. => Why Dre doesn’t talk about nutrition much when people start a training program and what happens next. => What to do when you have lighter kettlebells and how Dre approaches challenging the body for most people working out from home. => Dre’s philosophy when it comes to nutrition and lifestyle and how to simply implement it into your lifestyle.=> Why Dre has turned down some very big brand deals even though he uses them (this will shock you!).=> The approach to creating content when you get started vs when you’re established. => The power of making “better work” rather than just more than isn’t good. LINKS & RESOURCES:Adriell Mayes Website https://kettlebellfunctionaltraining.com/Adriell Mayes Instagram https://www.instagram.com/everygotdamndre/Super Coach Mentorship https://lukahocevar.com/super-coach-mentorship/Luka Hocevar YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ29YcBh-g6onRujX3wD_XA?view_as=subscriber

Andy McCloy, the founder of BCI Sports Performance and Fitness, shares insights from his 24 years leading in youth sports performance. He discusses the contrast between authentic coaching versus social media popularity, emphasizing the importance of genuine coaching standards for business success. McCloy outlines how a coaching-first mentality fosters effective teams and addresses the value of mentorship in overcoming business hardships. He highlights that prioritizing clients' success can transform lives and grow successful coaching careers.

Andy Morgan, founder of Ripped Body and co-author of The Muscle and Strength Pyramid, shares his deep expertise in nutrition coaching. He emphasizes a client-centric approach, fitting diets to individual lifestyles. Andy discusses effective strategies for busy men seeking sustainable health improvements and highlights the importance of trust in nutritional supplements. He also dives into building long-term client relationships, using empathy and accountability, and mastering content marketing for business growth. Get ready for insightful tips that can transform your coaching approach!