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Feb 4, 2025 • 59min

#335 Dr. Joe Zundell - Cancer and Strength Training

Dr. Joe Zundell, a cancer biologist and educator, shares profound insights on the connection between strength training and cancer risk reduction. He discusses the vital role of resistance training in combating cachexia in cancer patients, stressing the importance of tailored exercise regimens. Dr. Zundell also debunks myths about diet and cancer, emphasizing the impact of environmental and lifestyle factors. Listeners will gain a deeper understanding of how balanced nutrition and exercise can improve quality of life during cancer treatment.
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Jan 30, 2025 • 51min

#334 Tom Morrison - How Strength Is Essential For Mobility And Dealing With Injuries

Mobility expert Tom Morrison joins to share wisdom from years of managing his own injuries and coaching others.  Tom talks about: -How Tom avoided movement restrictions or pain despite probably having broken his neck -What the everyday person with a busy life can do with limited time to improve mobility? -How strength is the foundation of mobility -The difference between active and passive range of motion -Why being “degenerative” isn’t necessarily something you should be worried about -Why medical scans of your joints doesn’t tell the whole story -Why having physical injuries doesn’t guarantee you’ll experience pain -Effective warmups for lifting -Why spending time working down on the floor is important -and much more 01:21 The Relationship Between Mobility and Injury Risk 02:52 Improving Mobility: Techniques and Tips 05:24 Strength and Mobility: Finding the Balance 12:21 Using Weights to Enhance Mobility 17:39 Personal Experiences with Injuries and Recovery 20:42 Understanding Abduction and Adduction 21:48 The Reality of Degeneration and Scans 25:14 Understanding Tissue Degeneration 26:53 Adapting Training with Age 28:07 Importance of Muscle Strength and Motor Control 32:54 Making Fitness Accessible for Busy Lives 34:57 Effective Warm-Up Strategies 39:25 Overcoming Mental Barriers in Mobility 42:35 Daily Movement and Lifestyle Tips 45:24 The Importance of Floor Movements 48:17 Conclusion and Final Thoughts I’ve been putting a lot of time and effort into making these new episodes valuable for you. You can help me get these great guests and their knowledge in front of more people by: -Subscribing and checking out more episodes -Sharing on your social media (please tag me - I promise I’ll respond) -Sharing with the friend you think of who needs this episode Follow Andrew Coates: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@andrewcoatesfitness⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join My Email List: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.andrewcoatesfitness.com
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Jan 28, 2025 • 1h 6min

#333 Jordan Syatt - How to Prioritize Your Fitness as a Parent

Jordan Syatt joins me to discuss: -How his fitness routine has changed since becoming a parent -How he prioritizes and finds time for fitness -How his fitness goals have evolved over time -Why Jordan has been working on doing Jean Claude Van Damme splits -Jordan’s mobility routine -What are “Movement Snacks” -Choosing workout timing -If Jordan misses the grind of his career before his family life And much more 00:15 A Warm Welcome to Jordan Syatt 00:38 Balancing Fitness and Fatherhood 00:52 Flexible Fitness Routine 02:34 Maintaining Fitness Goals 03:46 Late Night Workouts and Family Life 05:25 Fitness Philosophy and Social Media 22:35 The Importance of Walking and Small Movements 33:41 Consistency is Key: Finding Your Optimal Workout Time 34:47 Fasted Training: Pros and Cons 35:28 Training on a Full Stomach: Lessons Learned 38:22 Family Fitness: Setting an Example 40:05 The Science of Mobility and Flexibility 51:46 Balancing Family Life and Career 55:00 The Impact of Social Media Fame 01:01:18 Final Thoughts and Reflections I’ve been putting a lot of time and effort into making these new episodes valuable for you. You can help me get these great guests and their knowledge in front of more people by: -Subscribing and checking out more episodes -Sharing on your social media (please tag me - I promise I’ll respond) -Sharing with the friend you think of who needs this episode Follow Andrew Coates: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@andrewcoatesfitness⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join My Email List: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.andrewcoatesfitness.com
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Jan 23, 2025 • 52min

#332 Dan Feldman - Nutrition Mythbusting: Carbs/Insulin, High Fructose Corn Syrup, Omega 3-6 Edition

00:52 Debunking the Carbs and Diabetes Myth 02:49 Understanding Insulin Resistance 06:01 The Role of Resistance Training 09:26 Obesity and Health Risks 14:25 High Fructose Corn Syrup vs. Other Sugars 22:27 The Truth About Fruit and Fructose 26:46 Fruit Juice vs. Whole Fruit: Blood Sugar Impact 27:33 Personal Preferences: Fruit Juice vs. Soda 28:27 Glucose Monitors: Are They Worth It? 30:45 Understanding Inflammation: Acute vs. Chronic 34:26 Omega 3 vs. Omega 6: What You Need to Know 43:51 Dietary Fat: Importance and Recommendations 49:52 Conclusion and Final Thoughts I’ve been putting a lot of time and effort into making these new episodes valuable for you. You can help me get these great guests and their knowledge in front of more people by: -Subscribing and checking out more episodes -Sharing on your social media (please tag me - I promise I’ll respond) -Sharing with the friend you think of who needs this episode Follow Andrew Coates: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@andrewcoatesfitness⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join My Email List: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.andrewcoatesfitness.com
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Jan 21, 2025 • 51min

#331 Dr. Christle Guevarra - All Things Ozempic

Dr Christle Guevarra returns with the every day person’s guide to Ozempic and GLP-1 agonist medications Follow Christle: https://www.instagram.com/dr.christle?igsh=Yml3dnhreTk2d28w Christle explains: -Why resistance training matters when using Ozempic -Does Ozempic really cause bone and muscle loss, over and above what we would see from dieting and calorie restriction? -What’s going on with “Food Noise”? -Are any of the criticisms of Ozempic and similar medications valid?  -Is there any merit to products claiming to be “nature’s Ozempic”? -Plus much more We also mention the upcoming RPU - Renaissance Periodization University. That will be going live to everyone around May so stay tuned for more.  The new episode format is gaining a lot of buzz and traction. Please help me get these great guests with more nuance and less sensationalism in the hands of your friends. Share with someone you believe would love this episode.  Thank you 00:15 Meet Dr. Crystal Guevara 00:53 Diving into Ozempic and GLP-1 Agonists 02:55 Addressing Concerns and Side Effects 05:57 Navigating Weight Loss and Maintenance 34:02 The Role of AI in Health and Nutrition 40:03 Exploring Ozempic's Broader Implications 48:51 Final Thoughts and Resources I’ve been putting a lot of time and effort into making these new episodes valuable for you. You can help me get these great guests and their knowledge in front of more people by: -Subscribing and checking out more episodes -Sharing on your social media (please tag me - I promise I’ll respond) -Sharing with the friend you think of who needs this episode Follow Andrew Coates: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@andrewcoatesfitness⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join My Email List: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.andrewcoatesfitness.com
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Jan 16, 2025 • 51min

#330 Don Saladino - Philosophy On Grit, Discipline, and Life

00:00 Welcome and Introduction 00:15 Catching Up with Don Saladino 01:12 Celebrity Training Insights 01:43 Balancing Family and Career 02:35 Training Philosophy and Approach 03:33 Challenges of Training Actors 07:37 Misconceptions About Celebrity Life 15:05 Grit and Determination 28:15 The Importance of Accountability in Parenting 29:38 Balancing Fitness and Family Life 31:38 The Discipline of Consistent Training 33:18 Reflections on Brian Johnson's Lifestyle 36:25 Helping Clients Overcome Self-Defeating Beliefs 39:30 The Minimalistic Approach to Fitness Coaching 47:42 Upcoming Projects and Collaborations 49:54 Final Thoughts and Farewell I’ve been putting a lot of time and effort into making these new episodes valuable for you. You can help me get these great guests and their knowledge in front of more people by: -Subscribing and checking out more episodes -Sharing on your social media (please tag me - I promise I’ll respond) -Sharing with the friend you think of who needs this episode Follow Andrew Coates: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@andrewcoatesfitness⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join My Email List: ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.andrewcoatesfitness.com
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Jan 14, 2025 • 44min

#329 Jonathan Goodman - Becoming The Obvious Choice

Jonathan Goodman joins to talk about his brand new book The Obvious Choice, out now. We talk about: -Why Jonathan chose to write this book? -Why this book is a pivot into a more mainstream audience? -The 4 stages of content creation -How stories and narratives affect your decisions And more Follow Jonathan on IG: https://www.instagram.com/itscoachgoodman?igsh=MTI0ejliOGRuOWN4OA== This episode talks about business, career, and life lessons that can help anyone, more than just the fitness professional. Going forward my mission is to get these episodes and my guests into as many new hands as possible. Help me help the people in your world by taking this episode and gifting it to someone you know will love the topics we discuss. Thank you.  00:00 Introduction to the Podcast 00:16 Welcoming Jonathan Goodman 00:41 The Obvious Choice: Book Insights 01:51 The Role of Social Media in Business 03:35 Human Behavior and Decision Making 12:10 The Four Stages of Content Creation 21:58 Embarrassingly Bad Decisions 22:33 The Emotional Nature of Decision Making 22:47 New Year's Resolutions and Fixed Identity 24:55 Leapfrog Skills in the Fitness Industry 25:42 The Importance of Complementary Skills 28:53 Building Social Media Presence 32:56 Becoming an Industry Leader 38:30 The Journey to Thought Leadership 41:26 The Obvious Choice: Book Promotion 42:53 Final Thoughts and Podcast Growth Follow Andrew Coates: Instagram: @andrewcoatesfitness Join My Email List: www.andrewcoatesfitness.com
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Jan 9, 2025 • 55min

#328 Dr. Brandon Parker - How Safe Is Strength Training? How Dangerous Is Not Strength Training?

00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:15 Guest Introduction: Dr. Brandon Parker 01:09 Movement Optimism and Strength Training Safety 02:33 Rounding Your Back: The Nuances 06:34 The Importance of Resistance Training 09:36 Exercise Form and Injury Risk 16:44 Load Management and Recovery 23:29 Stability in Training: Machines vs. Free Weights 26:19 Training Modifications and Warm-Up Techniques 27:07 Exploring Exercise Variations 28:01 Addressing Lower Back Pain 30:06 Fear of Pain and Injury in Fitness Content 32:09 The Power of Belief in Healing 36:57 The Importance of Health for Longevity 46:08 Motivation and Personal Needs 51:49 Conclusion and Final Thoughts I’ve been putting a lot of time and effort into making these new episodes valuable for you. You can help me get these great guests and their knowledge in front of more people by: -Subscribing and checking out more episodes -Sharing on your social media (please tag me - I promise I’ll respond) -Sharing with the friend you think of who needs this episode Follow Andrew Coates: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@andrewcoatesfitness⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join My Email List: ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.andrewcoatesfitness.com
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Jan 7, 2025 • 53min

#327 Dr Allan Bacon - Supplements: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly

In this engaging discussion, Dr. Alan Bacon, a nutrition educator and owner of Maui Athletics, busts myths about supplements and shares practical insights. He highlights the benefits of creatine for all ages, including its role in bone health. Bacon emphasizes individual needs in supplementation, tackling the importance of omega-3s and vitamin D. He also explores baking soda’s effectiveness pre-workout and addresses misconceptions around anti-nutrients, promoting a balanced diet that includes both whole and plant-based foods.
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Jan 2, 2025 • 45min

#326 Luka Hocevar - Why Everyone Should Train Like An Athlete For Life

Luka Hocevar returns with his usual big energy to share wisdom on: -The importance of training and maintaining speed, power, and explosiveness as we get older. -Building resilience against fall injuries. -How to structure training programs for athletic qualities . -How strength training reduces risk and slows the progression of neurodegenerative disease like Parkinson’s. -The importance of developing movement and muscle reserves as we age. -And much more. Enjoy this deep dive into where Luka’s life’s work intersects close to home with the health issues of loved ones.  Follow Luka on IG: https://www.instagram.com/lukahocevar?igsh=MTc2aHRkZGlwdnFpYQ== Thank you for listening.  00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:16 Catching Up with Luka Hocevar 02:33 The Athlete for Life Philosophy 06:05 Training for Longevity and Quality of Life 12:06 Programming and Training Strategies 21:33 Advanced Warmup Techniques 22:06 The Importance of Intent in Training 22:21 Using Technology for Performance Tracking 23:43 Contrast Training Explained 24:33 Post Activation Potentiation (PAP) 24:58 Time Efficiency in Training 26:15 Maintaining Skills Under Fatigue 27:00 Personal Challenges and Lifestyle Impact 28:41 Strength Training and Parkinson's 31:20 Building Physical and Mental Reserves 37:41 Focus on What You Can Control 39:21 Empowering Clients Through Training 41:09 Resources and Final Thoughts I’ve been putting a lot of time and effort into making these new episodes valuable for you. You can help me get these great guests and their knowledge in front of more people by: -Subscribing and checking out more episodes -Sharing on your social media (please tag me - I promise I’ll respond) -Sharing with the friend you think of who needs this episode Thank you so much Follow Andrew Coates: Instagram: ⁠⁠@andrewcoatesfitness⁠⁠ Join My Email List: ⁠⁠www.andrewcoatesfitness.com

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