Joe DeFranco's Industrial Strength Show

Joe DeFranco
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Sep 25, 2025 • 1h 27min

#540 The Nuanced TRUTH About Bulking, Fasting, Vegetable "Defense Chemicals" & More w/ Dr. Allan Bacon

This week Joe welcomes Dr. Allan Bacon to the Industrial Strength Show. Dr. Allan holds a Doctorate in Dental Surgery from the University of Maryland. He transitioned from a career as an oral surgeon to become a certified Bodybuilding, Powerlifting & Fitness coach. He's also a certified Nutritionist and has formulated professionally for industry-leading dietary supplement companies since 2009. You can find his published fitness articles in outlets such as Muscle & Fitness, Sci-Fit, the Alan Aragon Research Review, The Personal Trainer Development Center, and more. On today's show you'll hear Dr. Allan discus the nuanced truth about the following topics: 1) Bulking, ie, eating in excess of 500 calories over your maintenance in order to maximize hypertrophy 2) Avoiding vegetables due to their "defense chemicals" 3) Fasting for longevity 4) Time Under Tension ...and More! *For a full list of Show Notes + Timestamps visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com. IMPORTANT LINKS Follow Dr. Allan on Instagram Dr. Allan's website Dr. Allan's YouTube channel
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Sep 18, 2025 • 1h 14min

#539 Principle-Based Programming & Pain-Free Gains w/ Dr. John Rusin

After a 7-year hiatus, Dr. John Rusin (Founder & CEO of Pain-Free Performance Certifications & author of "Pain-Free Performance") returns to the Industrial Strength Show...and he does NOT disappoint! This episode is jam-packed with wisdom, helpful tips, and actionable advice. Highlights from Joe & John's conversation include: What has changed in John's training (since he last spoke with Joe 7+ years ago?); What does John believe the "barrier for entry" should be to become a [professional] personal trainer?; Top 3 traits of great personal trainers; Top 2 mistakes made by new/inexperienced trainers [CLIENTS BEWARE]; Is there such a thing as a "bad exercise"?; The exercises with the highest ROI; What does a PROPER warm-up consist of?; The nuances of weight vest training [HINT: It ain't all sunshine & rainbows]; "PAIN-FREE PERFORMANCE" - WHO did John write this book for and what does he hope they take away from it...And Much MORE! *For a full list of Show Notes + Timestamps visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com IMPORTANT LINKS FREE Preview of "Pain-Free Performance" Get the "Pain-Free Performance" certification Follow John on Instagram Magic Spoon
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Sep 11, 2025 • 1h 23min

#538 Josh Bryant On The Nuanced Aspects of Building Strength, Muscle and Speed As We Age

This week Joe welcomes Josh Bryant to the Industrial Strength Show...and he does not disappoint! Josh is a world-renowned strength coach and author. A former Strongest Man in America who benched 600 pounds raw and totaled 2294 pounds. He's also coached some of the strongest people in the world including Olympia bodybuilders, pro athletes and tactical operators. In addition, Josh has authored over a dozen best-selling books and developed personal training certification courses with ISSA - all while continuing to coach and host seminars worldwide. On today's show, you'll hear Josh discuss the nuanced aspects of building strength, muscle and speed as we age...and MORE! *For a full list of Show Notes & Timestamps visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com. IMPORTANT LINKS Josh's website Josh's Instagram (@jailhousestrong) Josh's YouTube channel
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Sep 4, 2025 • 1h 28min

#537 The Most Underrated Accessory Exercises For Each Body Part

Discover the hidden gems of strength training as underrated accessory exercises take center stage. Learn about unique movements for each muscle group, from lesser-known chest flies to innovative lower body tactics. These exercises are essential for well-rounded muscle development and injury prevention. Plus, enjoy a personal touch with a heartfelt glimpse into the joys and challenges of parenting high schoolers. Get ready to elevate your workout routine and achieve those gains!
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Aug 28, 2025 • 1h 22min

#536 My Top 3 [Longevity-Based] Strength & Hypertrophy Exercises For Each Movement Pattern

Dive into a world of safe strength training as Joe unveils his top three longevity-based exercises for various movement patterns. He shares effective squat alternatives, hinge recommendations, and lunge variations designed to minimize joint stress. Upper-body pushes and pulls that prioritize safety are highlighted, along with functional carries and drags for overall durability. Each exercise is meticulously chosen based on technical difficulty and muscle focus, ensuring a joint-friendly approach to building strength.
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Aug 21, 2025 • 1h 7min

#535 The World's Most Humbling Exercise, My #1 Sprint Alternative, The BEST Sled Push Technique & More!

Joe kicks off this week's show by sharing a life lesson (which was inspired by a recent interaction he had at a local pharmacy). After "storytime" is over, he reads an iTunes review, gives away some free stuff and introduces today's sponsor. He then answers 4 listener questions. Specific topics include: 1) What do you currently consider to be the most humbling exercise? 2) What are your thoughts on the sled push technique popularized by HYROX, ie, full forearm/biceps contact on the poles? 3) What is the best alternative to running sprints (when you're rehabbing a sprained ankle)? 4) The most convenient & safest way to decompress your lumbar spine post-workout. *For a full list of Show Notes + Timestamps goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com. IMPORTANT LINKS Team Forever Strong [FREE Trial] Joe D's Instagram Manukora Honey
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Aug 14, 2025 • 1h 35min

#534 6 Common Practices That Destroy Your Gains After Leaving The Gym + My Vacation Recap!

Joe is back from vacation and he has a lot of catching up to do with his audience! He spends the first half of the show sharing stories from his recent vacation in Arizona. He then answers 5 listener questions. TOPICS INCLUDE: 1) Is Manukora Honey worth the price? 2) What should you do if you still have DOMS on a scheduled training day? 3) Is taking more than 5 grams of creatine a day beneficial? 4) What training modifications should be made when dealing with golfer's/tennis elbow? 5) What are the most common practices that destroy gains AFTER leaving the gym? *For a full list of Show Notes with Timestamps visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com. IMPORTANT LINKS Tactical Strength Joe D's instagram Manukora Honey
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Jul 31, 2025 • 55min

#533 CrossFit Done Right: The Exercises I'd Include If I Were Asked To Re-Start CrossFit From Scratch

Joe kicks off this week's show with a few important announcements before getting into this week's main show topic. In honor of the 2025 CrossFit Games taking place this weekend, a listener asked Joe what his "CrossFit done right" would look like. More specifically, if Joe were asked to re-start CrossFit from scratch, what exercises would he include and why? This is a fun show that's sure to spark some interesting opinions and debate. Give it a listen and then let us know YOUR thoughts! *For a full list of Show Notes + Timestamps visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com. IMPORTANT LINKS DeFranco-brand supplements @defrancosgym Instagram TACTICAL STRENGTH [New program!]
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Jul 24, 2025 • 1h 20min

#532 Circuit Training That DOESN'T Suck & My Newest [Most Unique] Program!

Joe starts this week's show by sharing a new high-protein dessert with his audience (THINK: Crumbl cookie for meatheads!) He then gets into this week's main show topics. Specifically, he shares the origin story of his newest (and most unique) program - Tactical Strength - along with the EXACT template he used to design the program! (Yes, he gives away the actual template on the podcast for FREE!) You will learn exactly WHY he designed the program the way he did, HOW to properly execute a "strength capacity circuit", and WHO the Tactical Strength program is for! NOTE: If you think this week's show is just for police officers, firefighters, military personnel and first responders - you're dead wrong! Listen and find out!! *For a full list of Show Notes w/ Timestamps goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com.  IMPORTANT LINKS Tactical Strength Joe D's instagram @thesweetlife.bakeryy
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Jul 16, 2025 • 53min

#531 Practical & Proven Strategies To Prevent Stress Eating [At Work]

Joe kicks off this week's show by sharing 3 exciting projects he's currently working on. He then reads a question from a personal trainer/gym owner who is working with a number of high achieving clients who "stress eat" at work. Joe spends the remainder of the show sharing his "Top 5 Strategies to Prevent Stress Eating at Work and/or Late at Night." This is a MUST-LISTEN for anyone who trains hard and does "everything else right", but they tend to "go off the rails" [nutrition-wise] once per day. *For a full list of Show Notes with Timestamps visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com. IMPORTANT LINKS Join Joe's email list [FREE Busy Bastard program & Early access to Tactical Strength] Team Forever Strong [FREE Trial] DeFranco's Chocolatey AF Clean Greens Buffin Muffins OIKOS Salted Caramel Protein Shake

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