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In this episode, Danny outlines the three most underrated fitness tools that you may still be able to get your hands during COVID-19. We also talk about all things building muscle on a budget, including:Supplements REALLY worth takingMaximizing micronutrient intake on a budgetTraveling where gym access is limitedAnd more!Check out the new micro HOME and LIMITED EQUIPMENT home programs from Coach Danny Here!Support the show

In today's episode, I sit down with Amy Bender Ph.D. and we talk all things sleep science. Dr. Bender is a Senior Research Scientist at Calgary Counselling Centre and an Adjunct Assistant Professor of Kinesiology at the University of Calgary. She received her Ph.D. and Master of Science degrees in Experimental Psychology from Washington State University specializing in sleep EEG. She has helped develop the only validated sleep screening tool for athletes and has implemented sleep optimization strategies for numerous Canadian Olympic and professional teams. Her current interests focus on how sleep and exercise interventions can improve mental health outcomes.To get more from Dr. Bender:Follow Her on Instagram HEREFollow Her on Twitter HERESupport the show

In this episode, we sit down with Eric Trexler, PhD and discuss all things metabolism, including:Can you really have a "fast" or "slow" metabolism?The impact of age, gender, and weight on metabolism.How much each organ contributes to energy expenditure.Can a metabolism break, and if so, can it be remedied?The role evolution plays in weight loss/gain.And MUCH more!For more information from Eric, check out the links below:Follow Eric on InstagramCheck Out M.A.S.S. Here (I really recommend this for coaches who want to level up).Check out Stronger by Science Here (also see Eric's podcast of the same name).To read Eric's recent study "Nutritional Recommendations for Physique Athletes" Click HERESupport the show

In this episode, I sit down with Austin Current (@austincurrent_). We talk about a variety of things, including, but not limited to:Things to be positive about during these uncertain times.Muscle memory, myonuclei, and how your past training will help you bounce back faster.How to make gains with bands, sprints, and training closer to failure.Nutritional tweaks you can make to preserve and build on what you have.Lifestyle adjustments for staying fit and healthy.What should trainers be focusing on RIGHT NOW.You can out more about Austin and the many projects he is involved with below:To learn about COFIT-19, click HERETo work with Austin and the Physique Development Team, click HERESupport the show

In this episode Danny talks about the mentality he and his clients are working on forging during the COVID-19 pandemic, we also explore:Is there a benefit to circuits in place of straight sets.Static Stretching vs. Foam Rolling, How do each work, how do they differ.How to get Your first pistol squat.Support the show

In this episode Danny talks all things garage gym as well as touching on:The benefits of high frequency, whole-body training.How to create home equipment for cheap.How to get back on the wagon.Does Joe Exotic (Tiger King) deserve a retrial?Want your question to be featured on the dynamic dialogues podcast? Send an email to danny@coachdannymatranga.com with the subject "podcast question".Support the show

In this episode, Laurie Christine King (LCK) stops in for a chat. We talk about a TON of valuable topics, including:Maximizing your home workouts (do's and dont's)Dieting, hormones, stress, and therapy.Establishing yourself as an authority in the fitness space, the RIGHT way.For Information on Laurie, and Paragon's NEW programming, click HERE!You can find LCK and her work HERE:InstagramHer Website, Blogs, E-Books and More!YoutubeSupport the show

In this episode, Laurie Christine King (LCK) stops in for a chat. We talk about a TON of valuable topics, including:Maximizing your home workouts (do's and dont's)Dieting, hormones, stress, and therapy.Establishing yourself as an authority in the fitness space, the RIGHT way.For Information on Laurie, and Paragon's NEW programming, click HERE!You can find LCK and her work HERE:InstagramHer Website, Blogs, E-Books and More!YoutubeSupport the show

In this episode, Danny gives you the rundown on:What is reverse dieting.Why people reverse diet.The pros, cons, and alternativesHow does it reverse dieting work.Eating more to raise your metabolic rate.All in around 20 minutes!Support the show

In this episode of Dynamic Dialogue, Danny busts TEN of the most common fitness myths. Including:Deadlifts, backpain and there relation to one another.Is a high protein diet safe/unsafeHow fruit Does and Does NOT make you fat.There is also some in-depth information on the science of sweating, muscle growth and the anatomical components of back pain and back pain management.Support the show