

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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Mar 17, 2021 • 28min
93 - Q&A Butt Stuff, Deloads, and Recovery
In this episode, Danny dives into your questions! We touch base on everything from recovery tips to cutting body fat to deloading in training programs! All training programs are on sale right now! Take advantage of this deal HERE!---Thanks For Listening!---RESOURCES/COACHING:Check out my programs and E-Books! Click HERE!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:Follow Coach Danny on INSTAGRAMFollow Coach Danny on TwitterFollow Coach Danny on FacebookGet More In-Depth Articles Written By Yours’ Truly HERE!-----TIMESTAMPS:Happy 1 Year COVID! Simply Naval: Happiness podcast! 0:31“How bad of a time is it to start a fitness business? 5:37“How do you relieve DOMS? 8:51“I gained a lot of weight recently and I’ve lost motivation. How do I get back on track?” 12:40“How to cut belly fat while keeping leg and booty mass?” 17:39“Will I need to follow the same rules to get from 11% body fat to 8% that I did to get to 11% body fat initially?” 19:06“Deloading: What is it? Why?” 20:43“Does pilates affect muscle gain?” 22:35“What are your thoughts on BFR bands?” 23:10“What format do you use to record your client’s stuff? Apps?” 25:29Support the show

Mar 9, 2021 • 23min
92 - Q&A Belts, MLM Companies, and How to Start as a Personal Trainer
In this episode, Danny dives into your questions! We talk about a variety of topics from lifting belts to how to start your career off as a personal trainer! All training programs are on sale right now! Take advantage of this deal HERE!Learn from the Danny himself on how to be the best personal trainer you can be in his mentorship program! Sign up HERE! ---Thanks For Listening!---RESOURCES/COACHING:Check out my programs and E-Books! Click HERE!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:Follow Coach Danny on INSTAGRAMFollow Coach Danny on TwitterFollow Coach Danny on FacebookGet More In-Depth Articles Written By Yours’ Truly HERE!-----TIMESTAMPS:“Light housekeeping, programs on SALE, Pokemon! 1:10“Lifting belts, how to know when to use one? Should I use one?” 3:45“How did you get started?” 10:13“What is your opinion on Arbonne and other companies (MLM) like it? 11:08“Most versatile piece of home workout equipment?” 16:51“Just finished my NASM. I am nervous to start!” 18:35Support the show

Mar 2, 2021 • 27min
91-Training to Failure, High Frequency Training, + POKEMON FAVOR
In this episode, Danny talks about his new pokemon + football card collection. He also goes into detail and fields questions from the following topics/areas:- His 3 Biggest Sales Tips- Working on strength and endurance concurrently.- Just how close do you have to train to failure to make gains?- The effectiveness of training legs two or more times per week.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

Feb 19, 2021 • 34min
90 - How I Found Personal Training (My Story)
In this episode, Danny talks about his introduction to fitness, and his journey to where he is today. This is the long-form version of the common questions "how did you get started as a trainer" and "what got you into fitness".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

Feb 16, 2021 • 26min
89- Top 5 Fat-Burning Supplements, Niches, Brady = GOAT?
In this episode, Danny takes a deep dive into two major topics:1. His top 5 fat burning supplements and why2. How to (and if you even should) find your "niche" as a trainerThere's also some chatter about Tom Brady, Patrick Mahomes, home gym additions, and the upcoming trainer mentorship.Thanks for listening!Sign up to be notified about the trainer mentorship HERE---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

Feb 5, 2021 • 33min
88 - Bro Splits, Certifications, GameSTONKS.
In this episode coach Danny shares his opinion on "bro-splits", favorite certifications, the GAMESTOP + AMC fiasco plus a TON 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

Jan 29, 2021 • 27min
87 - 5 lesser-known mistakes KILLING your PT business.
In this episode coach, Danny outlines five lesser-known mistakes a lot of trainers make that tank their PT business.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

Jan 27, 2021 • 1h 12min
86 - Andrew Coates: Foundations of Good Coaching
In this episode, Danny sits down with writer and personal trainer Andrew Coates.Andrew has been training clients in person for over a decade and is well known in the fitness-space for his written work. Danny and Andrew talk about what it takes to be a great coach, coaching in the age of "lockdowns", favorite books and resources for continuing education, an abundance mindset, 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

Jan 20, 2021 • 21min
85: *THE* 20 minute fat-loss blueprint (7 THINGS!)
In this episode Danny shares the seven fundamental pillars of fat loss. They are:---1. Create a calorie deficit2. Build and preserve muscle.3. Ensure essential fat intake is met for your health.4. Moderate carbohydrate intake.5. Ensure you are getting adequate sleep6. Manage stressors7. Take the right supplements:+ Lots more, including the announcement of the trainer mentorship program.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!Sign up for the trainer mentorship HERE----SOCIAL LINKS:Follow Coach Danny on INSTAGRAMFollow Coach Danny on TwitterFollow Coach Danny on FacebookGet More In-Depth Articles Written By Yours’ Truly HERESupport the show

Jan 13, 2021 • 36min
84 - Training Disciplines, The GOOD and The BAD
In this episode, Danny talks about different training disciplines: the good and the bad! We go across different training styles and examine them in depth. We see what makes each discipline distinct and how to take the best out of each to implement into our own training!The 4 disciplines we look at today are: bodybuilding, powerlifting/Olympic lifting, crossfit, and endurance training!---Thanks For Listening!---RESOURCES/COACHING:Check out my programs and E-Books! Click HERE!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:Follow Coach Danny on INSTAGRAMFollow Coach Danny on TwitterFollow Coach Danny on FacebookGet More In-Depth Articles Written By Yours’ Truly HERE!-----TIMESTAMPS:“How should I train?” Danny’s take! 1:10BODYBUILDING! 3:20Sensation, practicality, longevity! Aesthetics, the community, relationship with food! 5:24POWERLIFTING AND OLYMPIC LIFTING! What’s the Difference? 14:51Strength building, technique, bare necessities! Anatomical hardships, longevity! 16:30CROSSFIT! 23:52Multi-faceted, community, variety! Programming choices, injury prone, the mental side! 20:10ENDURANCE SPECIFIC TRAINING! 28:36Long term health, minimal equipment! Strength downsides, tedious training! 28:58RECAP of the 4 DISCIPLINES 31:25Support the show


