The Jay Ferruggia Show

Once again 2020 keeps trying to kick our teeth down our throat. But we gotta do what the late, great Chadwick Boseman said and, "Press on with pride. Press on with purpose." With that said, I've got another listener Q&A episode for you this week. Topics include: How I decide what companies to work with. Thoughts on training legs once per week. Lessons from bodybuilders and powerlifters. A great way to use blood flow restriction. Training for banged up guys over 40. How to train for long distance strength endurance events. Dropping all squats and deadlifts from your program. My top 5 favorite leg exercises. The secret to building your calves. Post workout nutrition. Best water filters. How to incorporate steady state cardio. What I'm up to in SoCal. 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! 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.

Dr. Mark Cheng is my healer, my teacher, my friend and my brother. A lifelong student of healing, harming, and helping the human body through martial and medical sciences, he has devoted countless hours across continents to connect the dots for his patients. Spending time with the man will not only improve your mindset and how you operate as a human being but also leave your body feeling healthier, stronger and more bulletproof than ever before. (That is, as long as he's practicing medicine on you and not martial arts.) If you can't hang with Doc Cheng in person the next best thing is to listen to him right here on the all new #RenegadeRadioPodcast! Today YOU have the incredible benefit of learning from Mark's profound wisdom, impactful insights, and world-class coaching. Listen as we discuss: The Man, the Myth, The Legend… How Doc Cheng became who he is today. [3:43] How his knowledge and scope of practice has evolved over time. [11:25] The incredible story of how he first met legendary Russian Strength Coach, Pavel Tsatsouline. [14:04] Why he says EVERY healthcare worker needs to know what Pavel knows. [15:46] How a challenge from Pavel led Mark to train with him. [17:53] When did Mark officially become part of the RKC and how did it change the way he treats patients? [23:05] The 3 lenses through which he views patients. [25:30] Why does he credit humility for giving him the edge in his practice? [28:10] Can you make training hard AND rehabilitative at the same time? [34:39] The difference in "training" and "testing" and why you need to understand it. [40:28] Which is more important in training, tension or control? [42:15] How to improve your pressing movements and shoulder health with grip and tension. [45:10] Should you squat deep or not? Mark's thoughts on range of motion. [46:28] Is it dangerous for your knees to extend past your toes in a squat? How to assess your own ability. [55:05] How to improve the strength of your feet and why it's so important. [57:51] Why you need to learn "the 4 pry's" for squatting and hip hinging. [59:31] Why you may be creating a "false arch" by trying to grip the ground with your toes. [1:00:41] Should you ever train barefoot? [1:02:16] Is overhead pressing dangerous or essential? [1:02:47] When and how to train chest exercises through a full ROM. [1:07:45] How to ensure foam rolling is effective instead of a waste of time. [1:10:42] Awesome tips for improving the health of your shoulders, elbows, and more. [1:16:08] What is K3 and why is it a highlight of Renegade Brotherhood events? [1:18:32] The ONE thing he says you must possess to be a great coach or teacher. [1:24:07] 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 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.

Nate Miyaki is "The People's Physique Champ," and even more importantly, he's one helluva nice guy who I'm proud to call a friend. A 4-time Amazon #1 Best-Selling Author, Nate's work has appeared in Men's Fitness, Men's Health, Muscle & Fitness, LIVESTRONG, Bodybuilding.com and T-Nation. He was named one of The 100 Most Influential People in Health and Fitness and one of the Top 50 Hottest Trainers in America. This episode delivers incredible value to anyone interested in building a bada$$ body that feels and performs as great as it looks! You'll benefit from me and Nate just catching up like old friends and chopping it up about all things training and nutrition. Don't miss out on topics like... What has Nate been up to since we last caught up with each other? [2:16] His "reverse mid-life crisis". [5:39] Why he doesn't like competing in bodybuilding but loves the process of getting into incredible shape. [7:18] How have his training and nutrition philosophies evolved over time? [10:28] What does an average day of nutrition look like for him and his clients? [14:37] Is having carbs during the day actually better for cognitive function? [16:13] What is the optimal pre-workout meal? [23:54] Is daily fasting and having weekly cheat meals recommended? [25:55] How he gets great results from training only 2 days a week. [30:40] Why all training philosophies are right. And wrong... [39:01] The one, and MOST important, thing Nate does for recovery. [42:12] The often overlooked but most important part of your training program. [44:08] Why the "Big 3" exercises SUCK (for most people) and the importance of finding exercises that are right for you. [46:38] How is he approaching training clients during the pandemic? [49:40] Is this the resurgence of Nate Miyaki or just the rare appearance? [53:10] 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!

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!