
Where Optimal Meets Practical
When it comes to nutrition and training...talking about what's optimal is always fun, but making it practical changes lives. On this show we'll dive deep on all things training, nutrition, and mindset optimization while making sure to drive home the practical and applicable side of things.
Latest episodes

Oct 21, 2024 • 1h 41min
234: Alex Viada - Hybrid training, z2 + z3, and how to get started...
Where to find Alex⬇️Website: https://www.completehumanperformance.com/IG: https://www.instagram.com/alex.viada/.Where to find me⬇️IG: @JordanLipsFitnessPodcast: Where Optimal Meets PracticalWebsite: JordanLipsFitness.com.Jordan’s Coaching Options⬇️Group Programming [Gym Program]Group Programming [Home Gym].Helping you find the balance between OPTIMAL and PRACTICAL.🫶🏼JL

Oct 14, 2024 • 45min
233: Life and training updates
Where to find me⬇️IG: @JordanLipsFitnessPodcast: Where Optimal Meets PracticalWebsite: JordanLipsFitness.comMy Coaching Options⬇️Group Programming [Gym Program]Group Programming [Home Gym]Helping you find the balance between OPTIMAL and PRACTICAL🫶🏼JL

Sep 30, 2024 • 59min
232: Q&A - Muscle weighs something, life plans, modifying around injuries, deloading for running vs lifting, nutrition periodization and metabolic adaptation
Where to find me⬇️IG: @JordanLipsFitnessPodcast: Where Optimal Meets PracticalWebsite: JordanLipsFitness.comMy Coaching Options⬇️Group Programming [Gym Program]Group Programming [Home Gym]Helping you find the balance between OPTIMAL and PRACTICAL🫶🏼JL

Sep 23, 2024 • 1h 30min
231: Nick Norwitz - Are lean mass hyper responders (LMHR) safe from heart disease?
Where to find Nick⬇️Website: nicknorwitz.comX/Twitter: https://x.com/nicknorwitzYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLTZUJSEulehPtF_ytFiU_AInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicknorwitz/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicknorwitz/Threads: https://www.threads.net/@nicknorwitzFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/nicknorwitzNewsletter: https://staycuriousmetabolism.substack.com/Where to find Jordan⬇️IG: @JordanLipsFitnessPodcast: Where Optimal Meets PracticalWebsite: JordanLipsFitness.comJordan’s Coaching Options⬇️Group Programming [Gym Program]Group Programming [Home Gym].Helping you find the balance between OPTIMAL and PRACTICAL.🫶🏼JL

Sep 16, 2024 • 1h 8min
230: Bryan Boorstein - Do you need to train more over time to keep making gains? Are volume recommendations helpful?
Bryan Boorstein, a fitness training expert, joins to explore the secrets of workout effectiveness. They recount a hilariously painful bike incident that highlights the importance of safety in training. The duo dives deep into the evolving concept of training volume, discussing how individual needs change over time. Bryan shares insights on optimizing muscle gains through tailored training routines and the balance of cardio and strength. They stress that adapting workouts is crucial for ongoing progress and maintaining motivation.

Sep 9, 2024 • 1h 7min
229: Ranking the top 25 leg machines
Links⬇️YouTube: Tier ranking 25 leg machinesPDF DownloadWhere to find me⬇️IG: @JordanLipsFitnessPodcast: Where Optimal Meets PracticalWebsite: JordanLipsFitness.comMy Coaching Options⬇️Group Programming [Gym Program]Group Programming [Home Gym]Helping you find the balance between OPTIMAL and PRACTICAL🫶🏼JL

Sep 4, 2024 • 42min
228: Q&A - muscle vs strength loss, HR zones, when is it safe for your kid to start lifting?
Where to find me⬇️IG: @JordanLipsFitnessPodcast: Where Optimal Meets PracticalWebsite: JordanLipsFitness.comMy Coaching Options⬇️Group Programming [Gym Program]Group Programming [Home Gym]Helping you find the balance between OPTIMAL and PRACTICAL🫶🏼JL

Aug 26, 2024 • 1h 34min
227: Calvin Scheller - The science of appetite regulation
Where to find Calvin⬇️IG: https://www.instagram.com/calvin_scheller/Coaching: https://www.calvinscoaching.com/AARR: https://alanaragon.com/aarr/.Where to find me⬇️IG: @JordanLipsFitnessPodcast: Where Optimal Meets PracticalWebsite: JordanLipsFitness.com.Jordan’s Coaching Options⬇️Group Programming [Gym Program]Group Programming [Home Gym].Helping you find the balance between OPTIMAL and PRACTICAL.🫶🏼JL

Aug 19, 2024 • 52min
226: John Noel - What are most of our clients REALLY struggling with?
Where to find John⬇️Website: https://www.leveltencoaching.co/johnIG: https://www.instagram.com/coachjohnnoel/.Where to find me⬇️IG: @JordanLipsFitnessPodcast: Where Optimal Meets PracticalWebsite: JordanLipsFitness.com.Jordan’s Coaching Options⬇️Group Programming [Gym Program]Group Programming [Home Gym].Helping you find the balance between OPTIMAL and PRACTICAL.🫶🏼JL

Aug 12, 2024 • 58min
225: Dr. Matthew Nagra - Health benefits of a plant-based diet and how to make sure you get all the nutrients you need
Where to find Matthew⬇️Website: https://drmatthewnagra.com/IG: https://www.instagram.com/dr.matthewnagra/.Where to find me⬇️IG: @JordanLipsFitnessPodcast: Where Optimal Meets PracticalWebsite: JordanLipsFitness.com.Jordan’s Coaching Options⬇️Group Programming [Gym Program]Group Programming [Home Gym].Helping you find the balance between OPTIMAL and PRACTICAL.🫶🏼JL