Joe DeFranco's Industrial Strength Show

Joe kicks off this week's show by addressing his [embarrassing] Super Bowl prediction from last week. He then does a "live to tape" Q&A, answering questions on the following 4 topics: 1) Is there a way to include a "scoring system" into the AMPED Movement Screen/Assessment? 2) Does Joe prefer spaghetti or lasagna? Meatballs or meat sauce? Lol 3) Does Joe take an athlete's weight class & "fight style" into consideration when designing training programs for fighters? 4) What does Joe think of Tom Brady's training [and his trainer's claim that "training with bands makes muscles softer and more pliable"?] *For Show Notes & Timestamps goto: www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com **To register for this month's CPPS L1 Hybrid Course goto: www.CPPScoaches.com/schedule [Use coupon code "ROSE20" to SAVE 20%!]

Joe kicks off this week's show with a Super Bowl 55 prediction. He then reads a question from a listener who's interested in learning more about programming supersets. Joe explains WHY he includes supersets in almost all of his programs, then shares his 5 favorite "types" of supersets. *For Show Notes & Timestamps goto: www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com *To register for any of our CPPS courses goto: www.CPPScoaches.com/schedule

Joe dedicates the first half of this week's show to his 102-year-old grandmother [who passed away this week]. He shares the Top 3 "life lessons" he learned from her, as well as 2 "health tips" she shared with him on her 100th birthday. After Joe's tribute to his grandmother, he answers 3 listener questions. Topics include: 1) What exercises does Joe recommend when a client can't even perform a BODYWEIGHT squat? 2) How/Why do newbie's increase their STRENGTH  before seeing any visible changes in SIZE? 3) If "flexing the spine under load" is dangerous, why do so many coaches teach a 'posterior pelvic tilt' when performing hip thrusts? *For Show Notes & Timestamps from this episode goto: www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com   *To become CPPS-certified [from home] goto: www.CPPScoaches.com/schedule   *To purchase DeFranco's Nutritional Supplements goto: www.DeFrancosNutrition.com

After not seeing each other or speaking for over 10 years, Joe D. reunites with Jim Wendler to discuss a variety of topics! Highlights from their conversation include: The backstory behind Jim's "Why I Hate Joe DeFranco" article; Important lessons about business growth; The rewards of working with young kids [compared to pro athletes]; Dealing with online criticism; Biggest mistake young lifters make; Why Jim doesn't include "testing days" in his high school kid's programs; Jim's thoughts on programming assistance exercises; What's the biggest difference between how Jim trains high school athletes vs how he trains himself; Why Jim does NOT incorporate much exercise variety into his athlete's programs; The dangers of training "too heavy" [and the importance of sub-maximal work]; Jim's top tips for training longevity...and Much MORE!   *For Show Notes, Timestamps & Important Links from this episode goto: www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com **To register for any of our CPPS Online Courses goto: www.CPPScoaches.com/schedule

This week Joe celebrates the 300th episode of the Industrial Strength Show! He begins the podcast with another prize/giveaway! He then gives an update on his shoulder rehab [and the unique challenge he must complete before "allowing himself" to barbell bench press again]. Ashley DeFranco then joins the show for an Uncensored Q&A! Topics include: Who has more shoes - Joe or Ashley?; Joe's worst habit [that drives her nuts]; Has she ever caught Joe NOT putting his shopping cart back?!; Her favorite trait of Joe; What are her favorite snacks?; Why doesn't she listen to the Industrial Strength Show?; What's her opinion of the Industrial Strength Universe?; Top tips for a successful marriage; What is Ashley's current workout split; The [extremely unique] ritual that takes place before Joe writes Ashley a new program...and MORE! *For Show Notes, Timestamps & Important Links from this episode go to: www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

This week Joe is joined by Calvin Hartman - Head Strength Coach at DeFranco's Training & Consulting in East Rutherford, NJ. Highlights from their conversation include: How Calvin first met Joe; The backstory behind Calvin's internship and how he ultimately took over for Cameron Josse as Head Strength Coach at DeFranco's; The thing Calvin did for Joe that "won him over forever"; The traits that Joe looks for in a trainer/person; What was Calvin's impression of Joe before meeting him vs after meeting him; Who is Calvin's least favorite person to train at DeFranco's?; How does Calvin organize the training week for his high school & college football clients?; Why does Joe place such an emphasis on the "shopping cart thing"... and Much MORE!!   *For Show Notes & Timestamps goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

In this final episode of 2020, Joe highlights the GOOD things that happened during an otherwise rough year. He then goes on a bit of an angry rant regarding the 4 things that SHOULD HAVE taken precedence over "mask-wearing", "hand washing" & "social distancing"! *For Show Notes & Timestamps goto: www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com *To purchase DeFranco's Nutritional Supplements goto: www.DeFrancosNutrition.com

This special "Christmas Eve edition" of the podcast includes a mix of training, nutrition & holiday-related questions. Specific topics include: The difference between programming "box squats" vs "squats to a box"; Joe's thoughts on "dieting during the holidays"; What was Joe's all-time favorite Christmas gift(s) as a child?; Joe's favorite Christmas movie; Troubleshooting/overcoming chronic tightness [without stretching]...and More!   For Show Notes & Timestamps from this episode goto: www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com *To register for Kabuki Education Week CLICK HERE *To become CPPS-certified online CLICK HERE

After a 1-week hiatus, Joe D. & the Industrial Strength Show RETURN! Joe starts the show by providing an update on his parent's health... He then reads a question from a listener inquiring about his current "diet". Specific topics covered include: Joe's current [anti] diet - What he IS & ISN'T tracking; The 4 things Joe consumes EVERY DAY [and YOU should too!]; Daily water intake recommendation; How Joe easily TRIPLED his vegetable consumption; Joe's thoughts on Honeycrisp apples - Are they really the equivalent of eating CANDY?!; Daily protein intake/recommendation; Joe walks the audience through a full day of eating, meal-by-meal...and Much MORE! *For Show Notes & Timestamps goto: www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com *To purchase DeFranco's Nutritional Supplements goto: www.DeFrancosNutrition.com *To become CPPS-certified online goto: www.CPPSacademy.com

This week's show starts with the [unfortunate] news of George DeFranco's positive COVID test. After asking the Industrial Strength Universe to send some positive vibes his parents' way, Joe answers two listener questions. TOPICS INCLUDE: 1) How Joe programs cluster sets vs rest-pause [for strength & hypertrophy] 2) The reason Mike Tyson appeared to be in much better shape than Roy Jones Jr.   *For Show Notes & Timestamps goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com *To become a DeFranco Insider goto www.DeFrancoInsider.com *To purchase DeFranco's Nutritional Supplements goto www.DeFrancosNutrition.com