The Jay Ferruggia Show

Today we’ve got another listener Q&A for you to enjoy while in quarantine… or on vacation. Depending on where you fall on the fear/science/political spectrum.  Who knows where anyone is or what’s going on anymore?  One thing I do know is that clangin n bangin heals what ails you.  So in this episode I cover: My favorite lifting split What should beginners do What about intermediates My thoughts on steel maces, clubs and kettlebells What business outside of fitness would I start next Training programs and principles for females How many days per week can you lift for optimal results Different ways of doing push/pull/legs What’s better for fat loss: high reps or heavy weights What do I think of training with masks on What are my favorite old school hip hop songs? This episode is brought to you by Trifecta Nutrition.  Make sticking to your nutrition plan simpler with organic, ready to eat and macro balanced meals shipped safely to your door! Go to TrifectaNutrition.com/Renegade and use the code ‘RENEGADE’ to save 30% off your first order!  

Scott Carney is an investigative journalist, anthropologist, and NY times bestselling author of several incredible books including “What Doesn’t Kill Us,” and his latest, “The Wedge: Evolution, Consciousness, Stress, and The Key to Human Resilience.”  He has worked closely with daredevil fitness guru, “The Iceman,” Wim Hof to learn breathing techniques and to intentionally place himself into the most uncomfortable situations imaginable, in the name of building almost superhuman levels of endurance and resilience.   He has traveled the globe to explore the human body’s potential.  Confronting fear at a cutting-edge neuroscience laboratory.  Tossing heavy kettlebells with a behemoth Russian partner.  Submerging his entire body in ice water in the middle of the Polish mountains.  These intense experiences have helped Scott transcend his former limitations and discover a technique called “The Wedge” that can give a person an edge in just about any situation.   If you want to learn how to crush your own limitations and start down the road to discovering your ultimate potential, listen as we discuss: What is “The Wedge” and how did “The Iceman,” Wim Hof inspire it? [2:35] Lessons learned from Wim Hof and how they can benefit you.  [5:10] What other extreme habits has he adopted and how do they help?  [13:15] The power of spending time in a float tank.  [16:13] Why you can’t experience real comfort without first putting yourself in uncomfortable places.  [22:35] The importance of consistently participating in your own “YES” time.  [25:03] Why you may want someone to throw a kettlebell at you.  (Seriously...)  [26:23] What is flow state and why should you care?   [31:37] Breathing techniques and other hacks to improve your sleep and boost your performance.  [34:27] A simple way to improve your focus and cognitive function.  [37:10] How you can benefit from “The Wedge,” especially in these uncertain times.  [40:19] This episode is brought to you by Trifecta Nutrition.  Make sticking to your nutrition plan simpler with organic, ready to eat and macro balanced meals shipped safely to your door! Go to TrifectaNutrition.com/Renegade and use the code ‘RENEGADE’ to save 30% off your first order!  

If you were on your deathbed and the end was drawing near, what would you regret?   Who would you wish you would have been?  What would you do differently if you had more time?   Dr. Karen Wyatt has shared the final months, weeks, and moments with many of her patients.  This unique experience gave her profound insight into death and dying and helped her overcome the grief of her own loss.   The lessons her dying patients shared can serve as a wake up call to all of us to live our lives more fully, without regret, and in a more connected way.   Listen as we discuss: How seeking to understand her own grief taught her lessons for life.  [7:44] Is love the most important thing when all is said and done?  [8:37] The most common regrets of people nearing the end of life.  [10:16] Finding pleasure in the little things in life, and why it’s so important.  [11:06] Practical steps to enjoy your life today.  [12:00] How to discover what really matters before it’s too late.  [13:58] Can you ever really be prepared for difficult times?  [10:10] Why forgiving yourself is where to start when you want to improve your life.  [17:44] How to talk to someone close to you who is nearing the end of their life.   [19:01] Surrender - the importance of learning to accept what ‘is’.  [20:23] Why having quiet time and solitude is important and how to do it more often.  [23:06] Simple strategies for facing and overcoming grief.  [26:37] How 7 Lessons for the Living from the Dying can benefit you.  [28:17] This episode is brought to you by Trifecta Nutrition.  Make sticking to your nutrition plan simpler with organic, ready to eat and macro balanced meals shipped safely to your door! Go to TrifectaNutrition.com/Renegade and use the code ‘RENEGADE’ to save 30% off your first order!   This episode is also brought to you by biOptimizers.  Magnesium Breakthrough is the most potent, complete, first full spectrum magnesium formula ever created.  If you want to beat stress, get fit, sleep better and recover faster you need full spectrum magnesium to complete your healthy lifestyle. As a special offer only for listeners of the Renegade Radio Podcast you can get up to 40% off your order today!  Go to www.MagBreakthrough.com/JAY and use the coupon code JAY10 to get yours while supplies last!

Jason Phillips is one of the most knowledgeable and successful entrepreneurs in the fitness game.   After building an incredibly successful nutrition coaching business of his own, where he worked with everyone from pro athletes to weekend warriors, he discovered his passion had evolved over time.   With a clear new vision and sense of purpose, he set out to help other people build their own thriving nutrition coaching business.  He founded the Nutritional Coaching Institute.  He helps provide his students with the tools, mindset, and confidence they need to achieve their own dreams of impacting others through nutrition.   In this awesome episode Jason shares incredible insights on how to do everything from build your own business to how to eat for optimal health, performance and a badass body.  If you ever miss an episode of Renegade Radio, you don’t want it to be this one!  Listen as we discuss: The people and mindset that have helped him not only survive but thrive during the pandemic.  [4:05] How his ability to pivot kept his business winning when others were crumbling.  [7:45] 3 steps to dig yourself out of a hole and the ONE piece of advice he’d give every entrepreneur in the world.  [10:06] The two biggest things missing from most coach’s businesses.  [18:15] What motivated Jason recently to make dramatic changes in his life?  [26:50] How and why his business and impact has evolved with time.  [28:55] What does his business look like today?  [34:44] The no BS truth about why you’re not getting results and how the pandemic actually helps.  [37:32] What does his training and nutrition look like now?  [42:02] How stress and adrenal fatigue factors into deciding how many carbs you should eat.  [45:50]  How should you train if you’re experiencing adrenal fatigue?  [51:29] What should your nutrition look like if you train early in the morning?  [54:16] How to optimize your post-workout nutrition for incredible results.  [57:25] High carb versus low carb; how to know what’s right for you.  [58:46] How should the average guy with a stressful job eat for optimal health and performance?  [1:02:35] How can you tell if your insulin sensitivity is off?  [1:03:54] Does he ever recommend a high fat, keto style diet?  [1:06:35] This episode is brought to you by Trifecta Nutrition.  Make sticking to your nutrition plan simpler with organic, ready to eat and macro balanced meals shipped safely to your door! Go to TrifectaNutrition.com/Renegade and use the code ‘RENEGADE’ to save 30% off your first order!  

Anya Fernald is the co-founder and CEO of Belcampo Inc., a group of innovative, agricultural ventures in California and Belize.  She is leading the charge and revolutionizing meat for the wellbeing of people, the planet and animals.   Under Anya’s leadership, Belcampo strives to grow awareness, availability, and production of sustainably farmed food through its operations of organic farms, butcher shops, and restaurants, as well as unique, luxury agritourism destinations.   In this episode we discuss the story behind her passion for delicious and nutritious foods and how Belcampo came to be.  Anya also shares incredible insights on nutrition, habits, mindset, business building and more.   Listen as we discuss: How Anya has used the pandemic to build positive new habits. [3:09]    Why she says looking and feeling great is all about what you eat.  [11:00] What is the difference between grass-fed and grain-fed meat?  [16:28] Are you eating stress?  [22:18] The real reasons to eat antibiotic-free chicken…. They’re NOT what you think.  [25:54] The differences between traditional farming and Belcampo’s regenerative farming practices.  [28:04] Is meat an essential superfood?  [32:22] Why she says going vegan wrecked her health.  [38:24]  Can a high fat meal help you feel calm, cool and collected?  [43:34] Why taking a casual approach to what you eat will hurt your health.  [47:02] How a few key shifts in business have helped Belcampo survive the pandemic. [52:09] This episode is brought to you by Athletic Greens. With 75 ingredients working together to help with 11 different areas of health, Athletic Greens helps detoxify your body, boost your energy, and strengthen your immune system. Get all your vital nutrition in 30 seconds or less at www.AthleticGreens.com/Jay to claim your Renegade Radio special offer. This episode is also brought to you by Cured Nutrition.  CBD is a game changer when it comes to reducing inflammation and improving sleep quality. Cured Nutrition makes CBD-infused products from Colorado-grown organic hemp. Their spices and nut-based cookie dough are delicious and so easy to incorporate into any well-rounded health and fitness program. For deep relaxation and ultimate recovery try their concentrated oils and gel caps. Click HERE to get yours today and use the coupon code, “Renegade” for a 15% discount. Also, Anya and Belcampo have been kind enough to extend a special discount only for listeners of Renegade Radio.  When you go to Belcampo.com/JAY and use the coupon code “JAY10” you’ll get 10% off your order!

Today on Renegade Radio we're talking about things that all men should care about.... especially you guys who are nearing or already over 40. Anti-aging... Testosterone boosting... More muscle and less fat... More and BETTER sex... You'll learn how you can have it all. Dr. Ryan Namdarkhan is a licensed Naturopathic Doctor who specializes in men's health and anti-aging.  He uses a variety of cutting edge treatments including laser therapy, shockwave therapy, and regenerative injections.  But his flagship treatment is the incredible GAINSWave therapy, that uses high-frequency, low intensity sound waves that help treat ED.  If you're no longer willing to accept that looking and feeling like sh*t is a "normal" part of aging, listen as we discuss: Why do men today have lower testosterone than their fathers, grandfathers, and great grandfathers?  [4:55] How can you tell if your testosterone is low?  [7:31] Increasing testosterone naturally and why cardio is killing you.  [8:35] The tests guys over 40 MUST have.  [12:58] The benefits and drawbacks of Testosterone Replacement Therapy (some will surprise you). [15:17] Your boner isn’t what it used to be?  This can help...[20:05] What is GAINSWave and is erectile dysfunction a sign of heart disease?  [21:52] What other options are available to improve erectile function?  [24:54] How long will the results from GAINSWave last?  [27:16] Are pumps effective at all?  [28:45] The strange side effects of the little blue pill.  [29:42] Anti-aging strategies that work!  [31:41] How to combat joint pain and feel amazing.  [36:13] The silent killer that may be wreaking havoc on your health.  [38:22] Is IV therapy beneficial or overhyped?  [40:53] This episode is brought to you by Athletic Greens. With 75 ingredients working together to help with 11 different areas of health, Athletic Greens helps detoxify your body, boost your energy, and strengthen your immune system. Get all your vital nutrition in 30 seconds or less at www.AthleticGreens.com/Jay to claim your Renegade Radio special offer. This episode is also brought to you by Cured Nutrition.  CBD is a game changer when it comes to reducing inflammation and improving sleep quality. Cured Nutrition makes CBD-infused products from Colorado-grown organic hemp. Their spices and nut-based cookie dough are delicious and so easy to incorporate into any well-rounded health and fitness program. For deep relaxation and ultimate recovery try their concentrated oils and gel caps. Click HERE to get yours today and use the coupon code, “Renegade” for a 15% discount.

In this episode we will address the question of reps. Should you do high reps or low reps? What's better for strength gains, muscle growth, and fat loss? Does it vary from person to person? How many reps should you do as a beginner? Intermediate? Advanced lifter?  Is age a consideration? What about per muscle group?  Should you train the calves with the same rep range as the shoulders?  What if some muscles are predominantly fast twitch, and others are slow twitch? Does that change the recommendation? What load and rep range produces the best results?  And should you take your sets to failure ? We cover all that and more.  Download and listen now... This episode is brought to you by biOptimizers and their MassZymes FREE giveaway for listeners of Renegade Radio. Go to https://masszymes.com/renegadefree to claim your FREE bottle of the world’s most powerful digestive enzyme! This episode is also brought to you by XeroShoes, the ultimate minimalist training shoe.  Go to www.xeroshoes.com/jf to get yours today!  

Michael Chernow is a modern day Renaissance Man.  The restaurateur and entrepreneur has leveraged his creative genius, vision and relentless drive to found some of NYC’s most successful restaurants, including Seamore’s and The Meatball Shop.   He’s also a meathead at heart.  His love for fitness has not only led him to compete in bodybuilding, but also to use his entrepreneurial skills to create WellWell, a functional fitness beverage made with all natural ingredients.  The man is dedicated to inspiring the world through positivity, hospitality, and service.   Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, a fitness enthusiast, or someone who just wants to get as much happiness and fulfillment out of life as possible, this episode is jam packed with tips to help you do it!  Listen as we discuss: How fast decisions helped his business survive the pandemic. [3:56] Why he thrives in negative situations but negative people are like his kryptonite. [9:28] Why he says fitness is the “anchor” to every good thing in his life.  [11:21] What his training looks like today and why he loves competing in bodybuilding.  [16:43] How does he eat to stay at 10% bodyfat or lower, year round?  [21:44] How did he discover and fix his gut health issues?  [23:27] Want a healthy smoothie that tastes like ice cream?  Here’s how… [27:08] How he helps his body recover from training, stress, and life.  [29:32] How did he get started with building multiple successful businesses?  [32:48] Why taking the opportunity to “take money off the table” is invaluable advice for entrepreneurs.  [42:52] The biggest obstacle you must overcome if you want to achieve your dream.  [44:58] Is building a brand actually about building relationships?  [48:33] Want to get creative and come up with an idea?  Try this… [49:53] Why developing your vision and knowing how to bring it to life is a must.  [53:35]  How he helped feed 750,000 people in need.  [57:07] The belief he holds about people which led to his Born or Made podcast.  [59:25] What’s next for Michael and his restaurants?  [1:00:54] Why he says he would give up everything else before fitness.  [1:02:50] This episode is brought to you by Belcampo.  Food quality matters, especially when it comes to the meat you eat!  Belcampo’s farms produce only the highest quality grass-fed, grass-finished meat.  Their beef, lamb, pork and poultry is certified organic and humanely raised on a climate positive farm. Go to Belcampo.com/Jay and use the coupon JAY10 to save 10%.  This episode is also brought to you by biOptimizers.  Magnesium Breakthrough is the most potent, complete, first full spectrum magnesium formula ever created.  If you want to beat stress, get fit, sleep better and recover faster you need full spectrum magnesium to complete your healthy lifestyle. As a special offer only for listeners of the Renegade Radio Podcast you can get up to 40% off your order today!  Go to www.MagBreakthrough.com/JAY and use the coupon code JAY10 to get yours while supplies last!

In the beginning of this episode I share my thoughts on racism in America, all that has gone on, and all that has to change. As regular listeners know this is the cause that I have been most passionate and outspoken about for my entire life. I explain why that is, share some of my life experiences, and what I plan to do going forward.  After that we get into listener questions such as: What's my morning routine? Can you bench press and keep your shoulders safe?  What do you do when you hit a plateau in your training?  How often should you rotate exercises?  How do you build muscle with only bodyweight?  Can you make gains with dumbbells that only go up to 50 pounds? If so, how?  Should you get lean or try to gain muscle first?  This episode is brought to you by biOptimizers.  Magnesium Breakthrough is the most potent, complete, first full spectrum magnesium formula ever created.  If you want to beat stress, get fit, sleep better and recover faster you need full spectrum magnesium to complete your healthy lifestyle. As a special offer for  listeners of the Renegade Radio Podcast only, you can get up to 40% off your order today!  Go to www.MagBreakthrough.com/JAY and use the coupon code JAY10 to get yours while supplies last!  

In this episode I share my thoughts on coronavirus, essential businesses, gyms reopening, The Last Dance, MJ vs. LeBron, the importance of quality food, keeping your immune system strong, and Robert Pattison NOT wanting to train for his role as the new Batman (spoiler alert: f*ck him then; bring Christian Bale back). Then I do a deep dive on a listener question about getting focused, blocking distractions and going all on in your most important thing.  Hope you enjoy it.  Please share this episode and leave an iTunes review.  I appreciate you for listening.  This episode is brought to you by Belcampo.  Food quality matters, especially when it comes to the meat you eat!  Belcampo’s farms produce only the highest quality grass-fed, grass-finished meat.  Their beef, lamb, pork and poultry is certified organic and humanely raised on a climate positive farm. Go to Belcampo.com to order yours today and live the Belcampo way.  This episode is also brought to you by Cured Nutrition.  Cured Rise is a caffeine-free daytime CBD nootropic supplement.  Infused with 9mg of Broad Spectrum CBD extract, it encourages sustained wakefulness and focus and promotes stress resilience.  Cured Zen is a CBD sleep supplement that encourages relaxation, helps you ease away the stress of the day with all-natural ingredients and improves sleep quality.  Click HERE to get yours today and use the coupon code, “Renegade” for a 15% discount.