

the Progressive Overload project
Danny Matranga + More
The Progressive Overload Project dives into the latest in evidence-based fitness, nutrition, and wellness—while also exploring culture, sports, and politics through a millennial lens. Hosted by coaches with decades of real-world experience in training and relationships, it blends sharp insights with banter and fun. This isn’t your average “bro fitness podcast”—it’s smarter, fresher, and built for listeners who want more. The podcast was launched in 2020 and has a library of hundreds of episodes. It expanded to include more hosts and guests in 2025 after achieving nearly 1,000,000 downloads.
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Jul 7, 2021 • 24min
108 - Fitness, Finance, and The Inarguable Similarities.
In this episode, coach Danny shares some of the commonalities he sees between those who have built wealth and those who have built/maintained their health. There are tons of behavioral similarities between both groups, and there is lots of overlap!Thanks For Listening!---RESOURCES/COACHING: I am all about education and that is not limited to this podcast! Feel free to grab a FREE guide (Nutrition, Training, Macros, Etc!) HERE! Interested in Working With Coach Danny and His One-On-One Coaching Team? Click HERE! Want To Have YOUR Question Answered On an Upcoming Episode of DYNAMIC DIALOGUE? You Can Submit It HERE!Want to Support The Podcast AND Get in Better Shape? Grab a Program HERE!----SOCIAL LINKS:Sign up for the trainer mentorship HEREFollow Coach Danny on INSTAGRAMFollow Coach Danny on TwitterFollow Coach Danny on FacebookGet More In-Depth Articles Written By Yours’ Truly HERE!Support the show

Jul 5, 2021 • 1h 18min
107 - Training, Nutrition and the Menstrual Cycle, Best Birth Control for Gains - Featuring Lyle Mcdonald
In this episode, Danny sits down with his go-to expert on things female physiology, Lyle Mcdonald to discuss the finer points of training around your cycle.Topics discussed include:What are the different phases of the cycle?How does the body respond differently to training during each phase.How does the body respond differently to nutrition during each phase.The best cutting strategies for women.Various forms of hormonal contraception and their impact on muscular development.---Thanks For Listening!---RESOURCES/COACHING: I am all about education and that is not limited to this podcast! Feel free to grab a FREE guide (Nutrition, Training, Macros, Etc!) HERE! Interested in Working With Coach Danny and His One-On-One Coaching Team? Click HERE! Want To Have YOUR Question Answered On an Upcoming Episode of DYNAMIC DIALOGUE? You Can Submit It HERE!Want to Support The Podcast AND Get in Better Shape? Grab a Program HERE!----SOCIAL LINKS: Sign up for the trainer mentorship HEREFollow Coach Danny on INSTAGRAMFollow Coach Danny on TwitterFollow Coach Danny on FacebookGet More In-Depth Articles Written By Yours’ Truly HERE!Support the show

Jun 24, 2021 • 47min
106: The NINE *Biggest* Reasons Women Don't Reach Their Fitness Goals
In this episode, coach danny outlines the NINE reasons he feels many women struggle to achieve their fitness goals. This list reflects the 10 years he has spent training women in the fitness industry. The nine reasons are:Pervasive spread of misinformation in the health and fitness space.Too much weight placed on the importance of cardiovascular exercise. Being afraid to lift heavy.Not eating enough food.Not understanding the unique interplay between their training and their cycle.Being scared of things like protein and creatine.Pouring from an empty cup.Comparisons.Wanting results faster than is reasonable.--Thanks For Listening!---RESOURCES/COACHING: I am all about education and that is not limited to this podcast! Feel free to grab a FREE guide (Nutrition, Training, Macros, Etc!) HERE! Interested in Working With Coach Danny and His One-On-One Coaching Team? Click HERE! Want To Have YOUR Question Answered On an Upcoming Episode of DYNAMIC DIALOGUE? You Can Submit It HERE!Want to Support The Podcast AND Get in Better Shape? Grab a Program HERE!----SOCIAL LINKS: Sign up for the trainer mentorship HEREFollow Coach Danny on INSTAGRAMFollow Coach Danny on TwitterFollow Coach Danny on FacebookGet More In-Depth Articles Written By Yours’ Truly HERE!Support the show

Jun 21, 2021 • 39min
105: Q&A - Electrolytes, EAA's, and the BEST workout split for EVERYONE.
In this episode, coach Danny sits downs and answers a ton of questions, including:Using EAA's and electrolytes to enhance performance.What's the best workout split given your unique situation?Can you deadlift on a smith machine?Best sources of dietary fiberAnd more!--- Thanks For Listening!---RESOURCES/COACHING: I am all about education and that is not limited to this podcast! Feel free to grab a FREE guide (Nutrition, Training, Macros, Etc!) HERE! Interested in Working With Coach Danny and His One-On-One Coaching Team? Click HERE! Want To Have YOUR Question Answered On an Upcoming Episode of DYNAMIC DIALOGUE? You Can Submit It HERE!Want to Support The Podcast AND Get in Better Shape? Grab a Program HERE!----SOCIAL LINKS:Sign up for the trainer mentorship HEREFollow Coach Danny on INSTAGRAMFollow Coach Danny on TwitterFollow Coach Danny on FacebookGet More In-Depth Articles Written By Yours’ Truly HERE!Support the show

Jun 14, 2021 • 25min
104: The Case For Creatine + why you should take it (even NON-lifters?!)
In this episode, Danny outlines why he thinks everyone should consider supplementing with creatine monohydrate. Even if they DON'T have performance or aesthetic-based goals.-*DISCLAIMER* This is not medical advice, consult your physician before you begin taking any supplement.-Thanks For Listening!---RESOURCES/COACHING: I am all about education and that is not limited to this podcast! Feel free to grab a FREE guide (Nutrition, Training, Macros, Etc!) HERE! Interested in Working With Coach Danny and His One-On-One Coaching Team? Click HERE! Want To Have YOUR Question Answered On an Upcoming Episode of DYNAMIC DIALOGUE? You Can Submit It HERE!Want to Support The Podcast AND Get in Better Shape? Grab a Program HERE!----SOCIAL LINKS: Sign up for the trainer mentorship HEREFollow Coach Danny on INSTAGRAMFollow Coach Danny on TwitterFollow Coach Danny on FacebookGet More In-Depth Articles Written By Yours’ Truly HERE!Support the show

Jun 4, 2021 • 32min
103 - Q+A: Muscle Loss, Locking Out No FAP and MORE!
In this episode, Coach Danny answers listener questions on a variety of topics!---Thanks For Listening!---RESOURCES/COACHING: I am all about education and that is not limited to this podcast! Feel free to grab a FREE guide (Nutrition, Training, Macros, Etc!) HERE! Interested in Working With Coach Danny and His One-On-One Coaching Team? Click HERE! Want To Have YOUR Question Answered On an Upcoming Episode of DYNAMIC DIALOGUE? You Can Submit It HERE!Want to Support The Podcast AND Get in Better Shape? Grab a Program HERE!----SOCIAL LINKS: Sign up for the trainer mentorship HEREFollow Coach Danny on INSTAGRAMFollow Coach Danny on TwitterFollow Coach Danny on FacebookGet More In-Depth Articles Written By Yours’ Truly HERE!Support the show

May 14, 2021 • 33min
102 - 8 Fitness Fads that Need to Die!
In this episode, coach Danny outlines the EIGHT fitness fads he thinks are the most harmful and the ways in which they expedite the already alarming spread of fitness misinformation.---Thanks For Listening!---RESOURCES/COACHING: I am all about education and that is not limited to this podcast! Feel free to grab a FREE guide (Nutrition, Training, Macros, Etc!) HERE! Interested in Working With Coach Danny and His One-On-One Coaching Team? Click HERE! Want To Have YOUR Question Answered On an Upcoming Episode of DYNAMIC DIALOGUE? You Can Submit It HERE!Want to Support The Podcast AND Get in Better Shape? Grab a Program HERE!----SOCIAL LINKS: Sign up for the trainer mentorship HEREFollow Coach Danny on INSTAGRAMFollow Coach Danny on TwitterFollow Coach Danny on FacebookGet More In-Depth Articles Written By Yours’ Truly HERE!Support the show

May 6, 2021 • 23min
101 - 10 (Non-Tracking) Fat-Loss-Habits!
In this episode, coach danny outlines the fundamentals of body fat loss and shares TEN of his favorite habits that you can implement TODAY to make fat loss easier.---Thanks For Listening!---RESOURCES/COACHING: I am all about education and that is not limited to this podcast! Feel free to grab a FREE guide (Nutrition, Training, Macros, Etc!) HERE! Interested in Working With Coach Danny and His One-On-One Coaching Team? Click HERE! Want To Have YOUR Question Answered On an Upcoming Episode of DYNAMIC DIALOGUE? You Can Submit It HERE!Want to Support The Podcast AND Get in Better Shape? Grab a Program HERE!----SOCIAL LINKS: Sign up for the trainer mentorship HEREFollow Coach Danny on INSTAGRAMFollow Coach Danny on TwitterFollow Coach Danny on FacebookGet More In-Depth Articles Written By Yours’ Truly HERE!Support the show

Apr 28, 2021 • 44min
100 -*GIVEAWAY* + 10 Lessons for Life & Q+A
Welcome and thanks for listening to the ONE-HUNDREDTH episode of the dynamic dialogue podcast. As a sign of my appreciation for your listenership, I've teamed up with my good friend Austin Current to give away 5 copies of his new book "The Science of Strength Training."-Entering the giveaway is simple! 1. Share this episode to your Instagram story.2. Tag me (so I can see it).3. Follow @scienceofstrengthtraining4. Tag @science of strength training (bonus entry).***Winners will be notified via Instagram***---Thanks For Listening!---RESOURCES/COACHING: I am all about education and that is not limited to this podcast! Feel free to grab a FREE guide (Nutrition, Training, Macros, Etc!) HERE! Interested in Working With Coach Danny and His One-On-One Coaching Team? Click HERE! Want To Have YOUR Question Answered On an Upcoming Episode of DYNAMIC DIALOGUE? You Can Submit It HERE!Want to Support The Podcast AND Get in Better Shape? Grab a Program HERE!----SOCIAL LINKS: Sign up for the trainer mentorship HEREFollow Coach Danny on INSTAGRAMFollow Coach Danny on TwitterFollow Coach Danny on FacebookGet More In-Depth Articles Written By Yours’ Truly HERE!Support the show

Apr 21, 2021 • 44min
99 - What Makes a Great Trainer + Non-Fitness Q+A
In this episode, coach Danny outlines some of what he thinks are "non-negotiable" elements of being a great personal trainer (or professional in any field).-He talks about his "5-Be's", the importance of knowledge, a "white belt mentality" and much more!---Thanks For Listening!---RESOURCES/COACHING: I am all about education and that is not limited to this podcast! Feel free to grab a FREE guide (Nutrition, Training, Macros, Etc!) HERE! Interested in Working With Coach Danny and His One-On-One Coaching Team? Click HERE! Want To Have YOUR Question Answered On an Upcoming Episode of DYNAMIC DIALOGUE? You Can Submit It HERE!Want to Support The Podcast AND Get in Better Shape? Grab a Program HERE!----SOCIAL LINKS: Sign up for the trainer mentorship HEREFollow Coach Danny on INSTAGRAMFollow Coach Danny on TwitterFollow Coach Danny on FacebookGet More In-Depth Articles Written By Yours’ Truly HERE!Support the show