Joe DeFranco's Industrial Strength Show

Jim "Smitty" Smith returns to the Industrial Strength Show to discuss flexibility, mobility & how to warm up properly! Highlights from this conversation include: The many benefits of lighter/longer loaded carries; A [new] metric Joe has been using to determine the effectiveness of his workouts; How has Joe's pre-workout prep changed since having shoulder surgery; The "slow cook" approach to warming up; Incorporating "fillers" into your workout; Smitty's favorite hamstring warm-up [from Louie Simmons]; The relationship between flexibility & strength; Why strength training alone isn't always optimal for developing mobility; Smitty provides a real-world example of how most lifters should warm up; Staple warm-up movements for the 35+ crowd; The relationship between core stability and mobility; The simplicity behind the "8-Phase" CPPS warm-up system...and so much MORE!   *For a full list of show notes, timestamps & important links from this episode visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com Important Links/People Mentioned CPPS certification [Use coupon: XMAS40 for 40% OFF!] AMPED 3.0 DeFranco Insider Dean Somerset (@dsomerset1) Hellowater [promo code: DEFRANCO] Four Sigmatic 

This week Joe answers 3 listener questions. TOPICS INCLUDE: "Absolute Strength Standards" for the barbell bench, squat & deadlift [How do YOU stack up?]; Joe's [current] GO-TO upper body exercises for hypertrophy and joint longevity; Weight Vest training recommendations...and More! *For a full list of show notes & timestamps visit: www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com Important Links/People Mentioned Phil Daru's Elite Coaching | Fitness Business & Social Media Growth Summit Hyperwear Weight Vests Magic Spoon Four Sigmatic

This week Joe welcomes Eugene Teo to the Industrial Strength Show. Eugene is a former bodybuilder turned problem-solver / muscle mechanics expert who teaches people [from all walks of life] how to build a better body in the most effective manner possible. This 90-minute conversation covers a variety of different topics. Highlights include: How the STRONG documentary impacted Eugene's teenage years; What should be the minimum 'Barrier For Entry' in order to call yourself a "professional" in the Fitness Industry?; The Importance of Self Acceptance; The Best Training Advice Eugene Ever Received; Eugene's Triggering Thoughts on Mobility...and much, Much MORE! *For a full list of Show Notes & Timestamps from this episode goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com IMPORTANT LINKS/PEOPLE MENTIONED Eugene Teo (@coacheugeneteo) Outliers by Malcolm Gladwell Hellowater [promo code: DEFRANCO] Four Sigmatic

Joe kicks off this week's show with a very important announcement regarding the DeFranco Supplement line/website. He then answers two listener questions. TOPICS INCLUDE:  #1) Does Joe feel heavy, "max-effort" training is dangerous/counterproductive for older lifters? #2) How to fix chronically tight hamstrings? *For a full list of Show Notes & Timestamps goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com Important Links from this episode DeFranco's Nutritional Supplements [promo code: STOCKUP] AMPED Warm-up 3.0 Hellowater [promo code: DEFRANCO] Four Sigmatic

This week Joe sits down with Dr. Corey Peacock - Head S&C coach at Sanford MMA - a premier professional MMA team comprised of some of the top-ranked fighters in the world, including multiple current and former World Champions. Corey is also an associate professor in the Department of Health & Human Performance at Nova Southeastern University. Highlights from Corey & Joe's conversation include: How Corey blends science/research with "real world" experience/results The process involved in preparing a UFC fighter for a fight Strengthening an athlete's weaknesses vs Doubling down on their strengths How/Why Corey uses (a variation of) Wendler's 531 program with his fighters Developing "fight specific conditioning" inside the cage vs in the gym/weightroom The importance of programming "REST" into the weekly plan Corey & Joe give their thoughts on ice baths Corey gives the "inside scoop" on some fascinating research studies he's conducted Plus much, Much MORE! *For a full list of Show Notes, Timestamps & Important Links from this episode visit: www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

HUGE SHOW THIS WEEK! During the first half of the episode, Joe continues the conversation regarding his "Relative Strength Index" (RSI) standards and exercise execution. Specific topics include: Performing Goblet Squats with heels elevated vs feet flat on floor & Specific Push-up/Pull-up standards for FEMALES. The second half of the show is dedicated to Joe's [updated] "Training Longevity Commandments". If you're interested in TRAINING FOREVER, you'll want to listen, write down, and FOLLOW THESE 10 COMMANDMENTS! *For a full list of Show Notes & Timestamps visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com IMPORTANT LINKS/PEOPLE MENTIONED @slantboardguy Ben Patrick (@kneesovertoesguy) Ageless Athlete 4.0 Four Sigmatic Magic Spoon 

On this week's show, Joe reveals the origin and specifics of his "Relative Strength Index" (RSI). He explains the tests that make up the RSI - along with his grading system - for determining how strong & FIT you are! He also includes bonus replacements for the "BIG 3" (barbell bench, squat, deadlift) for endomorphs looking to improve their overall fitness [while still being strong af]. *For Show Notes, Timestamps & Important Links from this episode visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com. TODAY'S SPONSORS Four Sigmatic MANSCAPED™

This week Christian Thibaudeau makes his [highly anticipated] debut on the Industrial Strength Show! Christian has been training & coaching for over 2 decades, working with athletes from dozens of different sports. He has written 4 books, 700+ published articles on T-Nation, and has pioneered multiple educational courses - including the brilliant "Neuro-typing" system (which goes in-depth on how to train athletes based on their personalities/dispositions). On today's show, Christian discusses the following topics: Training to maximize muscle growth vs Training for health/longevity How Christian's training has changed [after turning 40] The best training split(s) for "washed-up meatheads" The many benefits of loaded carries [and how/when to program them] Christian's thoughts on cardio - What's best for lifters over 40? Specific exercises Christian & Joe started AVOIDING [after turning 40] Is "neuro-typing" important for non-athletes? How to eat to live longer Christian's TOP 3 pieces of advice for lifters over 40 And Much, MUCH MORE! *For a full list of Show Notes, Timestamps & Important Links from this episode visit: www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

This week Joe answers 5 listener questions. TOPICS INCLUDE: Has Joe ditched the straight bar [since having shoulder surgery]? How to make social media great again! Is it more important to limit carbs or fats when "Fat Loss" is the main goal? The [2-Exercise] ANTI-Upper Body Warm-up!! Joe's thoughts on Drop-sets [Plus he shares his new "PUSH" workout!] *For Show Notes, Timestamps & Important Links from this episode goto: www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

Joe kicks off this week's show by giving the audience an update on the "COVID situation" in the DeFranco household. He then shares the results of his most recent bloodwork & body composition analysis. He concludes the show by reflecting on the ONE THING that has made the biggest difference in his overall health! *For Show Notes, Timestamps & all the Important Links from this episode visit: www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com IMPORTANT LINKS/PEOPLE MENTIONED DeFranco's Nutritional Supplements The 8 Blood Markers You MUST Monitor For Your Health & Longevity The Reason So Many Bodybuilders Die Early [T-Nation article] The One-Minute Bodyfat Test [T-Nation article] MANSCAPED [discount code: JOED]