Joe DeFranco's Industrial Strength Show

This week, Joe sits down with the world's leading expert on glute training - Bret Contreras. But don't be fooled, Bret isn't just "The Glute Guy". He's got a PhD in Sports Science and is very well-versed in all things related to muscle-building and sports performance. During this conversation, Joe and Bret discuss a wide array of topics which include: How Bret became obsessed with glutes; Top 5 exercises to build the glutes; High-rep vs Low-rep training; Bret's in-house EMG experiments; Heavy sled training; Vertical jump discussion; "Bro Science"; Insecure people on social media and in the fitness industry...and Much MORE!  For Show Notes & Timestamps go to Joe DeFranco's Industrial Strength Show

During this week's special birthday edition of the podcast, Joe provides a bunch of helpful tips to his listeners that are having trouble staying motivated. He then turns a "Top 10 Pet Peeves list" into an epic rant involving 30+ pet peeves and classic Joe D. stories.  For Show Notes & Timestamps go to Joe DeFranco's Industrial Strength Show

This week, Joe reads an email from a listener who wants to know his thoughts on "Scientific Research vs Practical Experience". This leads to an episode-long rant on the topic. Enjoy :)  For Show Notes & Timestamps go to Joe DeFranco's Industrial Strength Show

The 3rd Annual Strong Bastard 911 Transformation Challenge is underway! In honor of this event, Jim "Smitty" Smith joins the show to discuss the backstory behind the creation of the SB911 program. After Joe & Smitty reveal the "method behind the madness", they answer some common questions associated with the SB911 program. Questions include: How to add more "conditioning" to the SB911 program; Rest interval guidelines; Training to failure vs. "leaving reps in the tank"; Drop sets vs. Drop-off sets; Warming up to your max weight; Favorite push-up variations; Incorporating the sled and prowler into the program...and Much MORE!  For Show Notes & Timestamps go to Joe DeFranco's Industrial Strength Show

Joe kicks off this week's show by giving updates on "The Great Debate", 3rd Annual SB911 Transformation Challenge, and a new DeFranco tee that's about to drop. After his updates, he continues the Instagram Q&A he started last week. Topics of discussion include: Heavy concentric-only deadlifting for improving sprinting speed; What Youtuber's are doing the fitness industry a good service; Three keys to developing relationships with clients; Best accessory exercises for the bench press and deadlift; Benefits of intraset iso-holds; Joe's favorite Jersey Shore nightclub; Best sled exercises to build the glutes & hamstrings; Can leg extensions be used for quad hypertrophy and knee rehabilitation; Best way to perform Farmer's Walks; The purpose of "leaving one rep in the tank"...and MORE!  For Show Notes & Timestamps go to Joe DeFranco's Industrial Strength Show

For the first time in 4 months, Joe D. answers listener questions! In Part 1 of this 2-part Q&A, Joe answers questions on the following topics: Training for size vs. strength; Joe's basic warm-up template; Deadlift grip recommendations; How to treat shoulder impingement; Training with chronic lower back pain; Joe D's biggest influences; Fixing anterior pelvic tilt; Modifying SB911 for volleyball players; Thoughts on intermittent fasting; How to progress bodyweight movements; Joe D's alternative career choices...and More! For Show Notes & Timestamps go to Joe DeFranco's Industrial Strength Show

This week, Joe sits down with Chris Duffin of Kabuki Strength. Topics of conversation include: Chris' unique upbringing and how it's affected his life; How & Why Chris left his lucrative corporate job; Bridging the gap between clinical rehab professionals and strength coaches; Chris' coaching style and his "load tensioning sequence"; Using velocity as an "autoregulation marker"; The preparation prior to deadlifting 1000lbs for reps; Tips for prioritizing your life...and Much MORE!  For Show Notes & Timestamps goto Joe DeFranco's Industrial Strength Podcast

This week, Joe sits down with world-renowned strength coach, Charles Poliquin. Topics of discussion include: Writing for Muscle Media magazine; Food Intolerance Testing; Boosting testosterone naturally; The importance of testing for neurotransmitter dominance and deficiency; Force-Velocity profiling athletes; Best strength and mobility movements; The theory behind Charles' Kinetic Chain Enhancement technique; Intra and post-workout supplementation for fat loss; Modifications to diet and exercise for men over 40...and Much MORE!  For Show Notes & Timestamps goto Joe DeFranco's Industrial Strength Show

This week, Joe sits down with Dr. Layne Norton. Topics of discussion include: Paying Your Dues in the Fitness Industry; Dr. Layne's Avatar Nutrition service; The Concept and TRUTH behind Flexible Dieting; Ketogenic Diet misconceptions; Working for a Professional Sports Team vs. Working in the Private Sector; Benefits of Blood Flow Restriction Training; Strategies for Growing your Social Media following...and MORE!  For Show Notes & Timestamps goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

This week, Joe sits down with the inventor of The Iron Neck, Mike Jolly. While listening to this podcast you will learn: The back story behind The Iron Neck and its creation; The 3 components of neck strength; The difference between a concussion versus a "sub-concussive" blow; Why most athletes train their neck improperly; What makes The Iron Neck so unique...and much, Much MORE!  For Show Notes and Timestamps goto Joe DeFranco's Industrial Strength Show