Joe DeFranco's Industrial Strength Show

This podcast explores programming isometrics for strength vs hypertrophy, the effectiveness of drop-sets, and the importance of proper technique. They also introduce a challenging workout called 'Two Miles to Hell' and offer discounts on supplements and training seminars.

Joe DeFranco shares his vacation highlights and pet peeves, discusses a new study on unlimited post-workout protein intake, and offers insights on enhancing customer experiences and muscle synthesis through nutrition.

Listen to Joe DeFranco talk about his foundational nutrition habits, the 9 foods he eats to stay lean and strong, including recommendations on specific brands. Get insights on balanced nutrition, maintaining a lean physique, and optimizing diet choices for health and fitness.

Smitty joins Joe D. to discuss power development, including programming sled drags, contrast training, combo exercises, training for power at all ages, incorporating plyos, injury prevention, and Phase 3 of WS4SB 3.5. They also cover Bulgarian Split Squat Jumps and proper execution techniques.

Joe kicks off this week's show with a special "MuscleUp" supplement sale announcement [that includes a FREE DeFranco's Training Systems gym bag giveaway!!] He then spends the remainder of the show covering the following topics: 1) The Optimal Amount of Cardio When Fat Loss is Your #1 Priority 2) How Do You Know When It's Time To Change Exercises 3) BONUS: The new "fitness trend" that's pissing Joe off 4) Identifying Good vs Bad Soreness... And MORE! *For a full list of Show Notes w/ Timestamps visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com. IMPORTANT LINKS DeFranco's Nutritional Supplements [Use code: MuscleUpMay] Marketing Your Gym Workshop @ Varsity House [Use code: JOED100] Joe D's Instagram (@defrancosgym) Team Forever Strong

This week Dr. Johanan Rand makes his fourth appearance on the Industrial Strength Show. Dr. Rand is the founder of Healthy Aging Medical Centers, located in NJ. He trained at the prestigious Albert Einstein Medical Center in N.Y. and only practices Peer-Review evidence based medicine. On today's show you'll hear Dr. Rand discuss a number of important topics. HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE: Why do "healthy" people [who get routine blood work] have heart attacks?; Is there a better way to screen people and assess their risk for CV disease [compared to what most doctors are currently doing]?; Is "ApoB" the new gold standard for assessing CV disease risk?; What's the difference between "ApoA" & "ApoB"?; The optimal triglyceride to HDL ratio; Knowing your calcium score; Does Dr. Rand ever prescribe statins?; The history of rapamycin and why it's linked to longevity; How mTOR drives aging...And Much MORE! *For a full list of Show Notes + Timestamps visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com. IMPORTANT LINKS / PEOPLE MENTIONED Healthy Aging Medical Centers Cleerly test GlycanAge test Age Later (by Nir Barzilai, M.D.) Rapamycin: mTOR, Autophagy & Treating mTOR Syndrome (by Ross Pelton) Peter Attia (@peterattiamd) BON CHARGE [Use code: JOED]

Topics include: Is walking considered exercise? The truth about turning 40. Conjugate periodization for general pop clients. Plus, giveaways and benefits of Monochora honey.

This week is a classic Industrial Strength Show where Joe provides practical & proven solutions to his listeners' real-world problems. SPECIFIC TOPICS INCLUDE: 1) Is it detrimental to train a muscle group if it's still sore from the previous workout? 2) How to prevent groin pulls 3) How to strength-train for fat loss goals 4) The best way to execute your rest-pause sets... And More! *For a full list of Show Notes & Timestamps visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com. IMPORTANT LINKS Team Forever Strong (7-Day FREE Trial!) Strong Bastard 911 program BON CHARGE (*Use coupon: JOED)

Orlando Rios, the mastermind behind the iconic intro music, joins Joe for a fun chat. They cover the backstory of the music, Orlando's pet peeves about Joe's style, his encounter with The Undertaker, training insights, health struggles, Wrestlemania predictions, and more!

Guest Mike Stella, movement specialist, discusses blending rehab with strength training, assessing new clients, treating muscular imbalances, and why 'evidence-based' is overrated. They also cover FMS, rotator cuff exercises, and attracting pro athletes as clients.