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As soon as I read one article by Dr. John Rusin I knew I had to have him on the podcast. He just gets it. And our training philosophies couldn't be any more aligned. I found myself nodding my head and saying, "Yes, yes, YES!" as I read each sentence. It's easy to tell someone to just do some big compound movements and go heavy. That doesn't take a genius. But if you want to avoid injuries and maximize your performance over the long term there is so much more to it. You've gotta pay strict attention to the preparation phase. And the sequencing of the entire training session is key. If you follow most of the normal advice out there you'll most likely get hurt at one point or another. But Dr. John Rusin joins me on the podcast today to change all that. Topics covered include: Why most pre-workout warm ups suck How to actually foam roll properly What commonly used warm ups make you worse The 3 issues you need to address for optimal performance How to prevent or fix lower back pain The perfect ratio for shoulder health What you have to do before big, compound lifts The 6 phases of the ultimate workout How to fire up your nervous system properly Are machines good or bad What's the optimal training frequency The big misconception about body part splits How to train the rotator cuff properly Why you need to strengthen your feet and ankles How to train glutes properly for the jean-filling look you want The problem with chin ups And so much more This episode is brought to you by Organifi. Organifi is an organic, superfood supplement line that makes quality trusted nutrition convenient and accessible. Their most popular product, GREEN JUICE, solves the problem of juicing greens ON THE GO! Just add to water, drink and let your body soak up the benefits. Use code 'Renegade' at checkout for 20% off your order! With Organifi you can get all your healthy superfoods in one drink... With no shopping, no juicing, no blending and no clean up. In just 30 seconds a day you can supercharge your life, restore glowing good health, and feel decades younger. -Save time -Increase mental clarity -Improve health -Reduce stress -Detoxify your body -Rejuvenate your skin -Boost immunity

Two of my best buds, Luka Hocevar and Jay Jablonski join me for this episode. In it we discuss: What it means to be your true authentic self How to do it Figuring out who you really are versus how others perceive you The comparison trap To hustle or not to hustle What can you learn from The Rock and Kevin Hart One thing we've changed our minds on in the last year or so The importance of who you surround yourself with How to get constructive feedback that can change yourself The new weed gyms opening in San Francisco Thoughts on realistic behavior change How to get over the fear of failure A shift in perspective that can change your life Why you should always have multiple options The real value of a "busy" life The best way to set and achieve goals Setting goals versus having a vision. Are you thinking too small The true meaning of commitment and why it's so important The best cure for anxiety How to learn faster

If you're struggling to lose fat this is the podcast for you. It was originally a very popular post on my blog so I decided to record it for you to listen to. The podcast is better than the post and has additional info and commentary. And, of course, you get my sweet, sultry voice in your ears. What could be better than that? Exactly. You're welcome. Either way, I hope you enjoy it and that it helps you on your way to achieving your goals. Without further adieu here are the real reasons you're not losing fat...

Dr. Belisa Vranich is a renowned clinical psychologist, public speaker, and the author of Breathe: The Simple, Revolutionary 14-Day Program to Improve your Mental and Physical Health . As founder of The Breathing Class™, Dr. Belisa has taught and lectured nationwide on topics related to dysfunctional breathing patterns and stress. The Breathing Class™ has been reviewed by a wide variety of publications including O The Oprah Magazine, The Wall Street Journal, Details Magazine, W Magazine, Men's Journal, Men's Health and Fitness, The New York Observer, Jiu Jitsu Magazine, and Du Jour Magazine. Dr. Belisa was previously the Health and Sex Editor at Men's Fitness Magazine, a relationship expert for Men's Health, and an advice columnist for the New York Daily News, Foxnews.com, and Spin Magazine. Dr. Belisa has been interviewed as an expert in numerous publications, including The Los Angeles Times, The Wall Street Journal, Cosmopolitan, Spin, AARP, Seventeen, Good Housekeeping, and Parenting. Dr. Belisa has also served as an advisor for the Fitness Institute for Gold's Gym and Shape magazine. She is a regular guest on national television including CNN, Fox News, the Today Show, Good Morning America, Inside Edition, and VH1, and has been interviewed by Anderson Cooper, Soledad O'Brien, Joy Behar, Matt Lauer, Meredith Vieira, Juju Chang, Bill O'Reilly, Nancy Grace, and Alisyn Camerota. Dr. Oz has recognized her as one of the top US doctors in her field. She recently appeared as an expert guest on Cesar Millan's new show, Cesar 911. Today's topics include: · Different types of breathing · Why you're breathing incorrectly · How to fix it · Breathing and cognitive function · Sex, squirting, orgasms, erections · Relieving back and shoulder pain · Improving posture · Reducing stress · Increasing strength · Sleeping better · What women really want · How to let go and move forward · How to define and achieve success · How to get up when you're really down · The deadly trap of comparing yourself to others

They used to always sell us on The American Dream. You spend an inordinate amount of money to go to college and get a degree. Then you spend the next decade or so paying that off. But supposedly you'll get a really good job with that really expensive piece of paper they give you at graduation. And then you "buy" a house that costs way more money than you have. And you pay the bank to live there for the next 20-50 years. But you'll have "security" and will be able to "put down roots." You'll get married, have a white picket fence and 2.5 kids. If you work hard until you're 65, they tell you, you can retire and live it up. It all sounds great. It's just not the world we live in anymore. You can't count on school, the government or anyone else to provide you with the American dream and your perfect life. You have to do it. You are the founder, president and CEO of YOU, Inc. Run that shit. In todays episode my buddy, actor Jay Jablonski and I discuss: An exercise to help you create your perfect life How to deal with negative situations A unique and inspiring definition of leadership What a resume should look like in 2016 How to become an invaluable idea machine How to innovate The crippling effect of comparing yourself to others How your negative association with money effects your income Relationship advice Recovery methods And more This Episode is Brought to You By: Organifi (https://jasonferruggia.com/organifi) Now you can get all your healthy superfoods in one drink... With no shopping, no juicing, no blending and no clean up. In just 30 seconds a day you can supercharge your life, restore glowing good health, and feel decades younger. Save time Increase mental clarity Improve health Reduce stress Detoxify your body Rejuvenate your skin Boost immunity If you have questions, shoot them my way on Twitter (@JasonFerruggia) or email podcast@JasonFerruggia.com Thank you for tuning in, subscribing, and listening. I appreciate every one of you that takes the time to listen.

I've been training for 30 years now. I've made and seen all these mistakes, tried them on myself, my clients, and, despite negative results, find myself getting suckered back in. And what happens? I end up smaller, weaker, and injured. So, today, I'm gonna share what has and hasn't worked for me and the thousands of clients I've trained, and what you need to take to your own training to maximize your results 1:50: Myth #1: Hardgainers should only do the big 3 and olympic lifts. 7:10: Myth #2: Only train with low reps 10:27: Myth #3: The more sets you do, the more you will grow 15:57: Myth #4: You should always do full body workouts 21:33: Myth #5: Always do the big, barbell lifts first in your workout 25:06: Myth #6: Never use machines or do isolation exercises 29:36: Myth #7: You should always use long rest periods 30:51: Myth #8: Always train to failure 33:41: Myth #9: Chase PRs every single workout 36:13: Myth #10: If you want to get jacked, you should avoid conditioning This Episode is Brought to You By: Organifi (https://jasonferruggia.com/organifi) Now you can get all your healthy superfoods in one drink... With no shopping, no juicing, no blending and no clean up. In just 30 seconds a day you can supercharge your life, restore glowing good health, and feel decades younger. Save time Increase mental clarity Improve health Reduce stress Detoxify your body Rejuvenate your skin Boost immunity If you have questions, shoot them my way on Twitter (@JasonFerruggia) or email podcast@JasonFerruggia.com Thank you for tuning in, subscribing, and listening. I appreciate every one of you that takes the time to listen.

From impoverished, hard, scrabble beginnings in Princeton, Minnesota, to center stage at Madison Square Gardens, Bob Backlund is the ultimate represenation of the All-American Guy. Originally gaining renown as a high school and collegiate athlete, before becoming known to millions globally as Pro/Wrestling's Three.Time World Champion—his appeal and accomplishments transcend the realms of athletics and entertainment. Bob Backlund embodies that which is all too rare, pure and refreshingly down to earth. He lives by a set of principles revolving around a positive mental attitude—and an unrelenting belief in one's self. Bob is as well known for two words as he is for his athletic prowess, or as an entertainer: "Never capitulate" and "Positive Mental Attitude." In this episode of Renegade Radio, Bob and I sit down to talk about the driving factors behind his success and reminisce on stories from his days as a pro wrestling champion, including the highs, lows, and hilarious moments of his career. Today's Topics Include: 0:22: Introducing today's guest and his transition from pro wrestler to U.S. Congressman. 2:41: Bob's 13 hour Harvard Step Test- AKA 13 hours of step-ups. 6:16: Getting jacked with nothing but a cement barbell. 7:29: Bob's weekly workout routine, which still includes the legendary step test. 9:50: How has Bob's training changed as he has gotten older? 11:03: Back to the old school days of pro wrestling, including an inside look at the parties and social scene. 18:11: Bob's favorite opponents of all time and who he wishes he could have worked with 21:56: How has Bob's transition back into the business been? 28:15: Rapid fire responses to some of the greatest wrestlers in history 32:44: What kind of toll did wrestling tale on Bob's body and how he counteracts it with his diet 36:13: The secrets to Bob's mindset of success and prosperity 40:09: Bob's most highly recommended books 43:24: The one phrase Bob signs every autograph with Awesome Stuff Mentioned In This Episode: Backlund: From All American Boy to Professional Wrestling's World Champion. The story of Bob Backlund's rise to success. Think and Grow Rich: One of Bob's all time favorite books If you want more from Bob, be sure to check out his website at http://bobbacklundnow.com/ and connect with him on Facebook. This Episode is Brought to You By: Organifi (https://jasonferruggia.com/organifi) Now you can get all your healthy superfoods in one drink... With no shopping, no juicing, no blending and no clean up. In just 30 seconds a day you can supercharge your life, restore glowing good health, and feel decades younger. Save time Increase mental clarity Improve health Reduce stress Detoxify your body Rejuvenate your skin Boost immunity If you have questions, shoot them my way on Twitter (@JasonFerruggia) or email podcast@JasonFerruggia.com Thank you for tuning in, subscribing, and listening. I appreciate every one of you that takes the time to listen.

People hate mornings. They spend the first hour of the day hitting the snooze button, whining, pissing, moaning, and dreading the day ahead. You can choose to let your morning be like that, and walk around like a human raisin, shriveled up and empty of any inspiration, presence, and purpose. Or you can rise above the masses of mediocrity and take ownership over that first hour. You can choose to put yourself in the mindset to dominate, kick ass, and make the world around you better. You can choose to use your morning to build confidence and instill the vision of the person you want to become, and the live you want to build You can choose to remind yourself of the little things that make life worth living. To express gratitude, reflect on what you want to improve on in life, and set concrete goals on what the positivity, inspiration, and leadership you're going to infuse into your day. In this episode of Renegade Radio, I walk you through how to make those choices and construct a morning routine that turns every day into a step towards your a stronger, better, more badass you. Today's Topics Include: 1:00: How to dominate your morning and own the day 1:50: When does your morning routine actually start? 3:15: Two critical habits to start your day 6:04: Is meditation legit or just some voodoo bullshit? 7:26: The most important words to say during your morning routine 10:00: How to put yourself in a state of supreme confidence and build the best version of yourself. 15:50: The secret success skill of Aaron Rodgers, Michael Phelps, Arnold Schwarzenegger, and Tony Robbins 18:26: Why putting your goals front and center in your life will propel you to achievement. 22:35: The 7 proven benefits of gratitude 26:54: How to incorporate learning and knowledge acquisition into your morning routine 30:10: Should you exercise in the morning? 32:26: 5 reasons why your cell phone has no place during your morning routine 34:30: How a routine in the morning will help you make better decisions late in the day 35:48: The Perfect Day Exercise: Your first step to building your ideal life Awesome Stuff Mentioned In This Episode: Holosync: The first tool that got me hooked on meditation. Headspace: The insanely popular app that takes you through building a meditation habit step-by-step. My favorite books: The ones that add creativity, purpose, and inspiration to my morning. This episode is brought to you by Onnit Total Human Optimization. Onnit is one of the premier nutrition, supplement, and fitness equipment companies in the world, and they are leading the charge on sustainably producing earth-grown, natural products that make a huge impact on how you look, feel, and perform. Use The Same Supplements That I Do and get to getonnit.com/jay to: -Increase Focus with Alpha BRAIN -Improve Workouts with Shroom TECH Sport -Enhance Sleep & Recovery with NEW MOOD -100% Money Back, Keep The Bottle Guarantee If you have questions, shoot them my way on Twitter (@JasonFerruggia) or email podcast@JasonFerruggia.com Thank you for tuning in, subscribing, and listening. I appreciate every one of you that takes the time to listen.

The ability to do what you want, when you want, how you want. Freedom. That's what we're going after, and it's why I recommend everyone cut out negativity, useless chores, and soul-sucking relationships. When you eliminate clutter, you create freedom. But too much freedom can be crippling. A life without rules opens you up to distraction and inefficiency. Tons of free time lulls you into the idea that you'll just slip into the life if your dreams. You can avoid that complacency by building structure and accountability into your life. Structure and accountability come from Rules for Living. In this episode, I take you through the critical, simple steps that will help you create your own rules for life so you can wake up and dominate every day with passion and excitement. I also take you through some of my own rules and give you some examples of the key areas around which you can make your own. Today's Topics Include: 0:25: A "Thank You" to listeners for your support of Renegade Radio 2:52: New music I've been digging the past couple weeks 5:26: Recent work on fascial stretching with Ann Frederick 6:39: Diving into today's topic on how to dominate your morning 9:40: The one thing to never, ever, EVER do in the morning 10:24: A simple, success building habit you can build first thing in the morning 12:37: How to create freedom in your life 16:50: Craig Ballantyne's "Rules to Live By" and ways you can apply them to your life 18:44: The one question to ask yourself at the end of every day? 21:20: A life ule that will keep you in shape 365 days per year 24:08: My own life goals that have transformed the way I think, live, and feel 28:19: Why arguing is an enormous waste of time and how to avoid it 31:43: Perhaps the most important life rule for keeping a positive outlook on life 34:39: The critical reason to create life rules and how to get started on creating your own This episode is brought to you by Onnit Total Human Optimization. Onnit is one of the premier nutrition, supplement, and fitness equipment companies in the world, and they are leading the charge on sustainably producing earth-grown, natural products that make a huge impact on how you look, feel, and perform. Use The Same Supplements That I Do and get to getonnit.com/jay to: -Increase Focus with Alpha BRAIN -Improve Workouts with Shroom TECH Sport -Enhance Sleep & Recovery with NEW MOOD -100% Money Back, Keep The Bottle Guarantee If you have questions, shoot them my way on Twitter (@JasonFerruggia) or email podcast@JasonFerruggia.com Thank you for tuning in, subscribing, and listening. I appreciate every one of you that takes the time to listen.

As a kid I had zero self-confidence or communication skills. I was super shy and socially awkward. I never thought I was good enough. I doubted myself constantly. I was scared of my own shadow and constantly lived in fear. This lasted for more than half my life, well into my late twenties and early thirties. Then I realized something had to change. Epictetus, the great stoic philosopher, asked, "How long can you afford to put off who you really want to be?" For me, the answer was, "Not one second longer." So I set out on a mission to become the confident person I always wanted to be. I learned how to communicate and build meaningful relationships. I learned to put others first and make them feel important. In this episode, I'll take you through my journey, step-by-step. You'll learn how I went from hiding in a corner with my head down to being able to play Taylor Swift in a lip synch battle on stage in front of over 1,000 people. And you'll get simple, concise action steps that you can implement right now. Follow these tips and you'll be on your way to becoming the confident, outgoing person who owns every room you walk in to. Topics include: · My story · Where to start · The first thing you should do when leaving the house in the morning · The most important word to remember · How to be a leader · Local resources you can tap into to improve yourself · The one book you should re-read every year · The importance of the ball always being in your court · Why you have to be proactive instead of reactive · Getting out of your comfort zone · Why "connectors" win · How to overcome fear and self doubt · What fear is really telling you · Why screwing up doesn't matter · And what to do when you do · A killer morning routine to help you dominate your day · Your life's purpose This episode is brought to you by Onnit Total Human Optimization.Onnit is one of the premier nutrition, supplement, and fitness equipment companies in the world, and they are leading the charge on Onnit is one of the premier nutrition, supplement, and fitness equipment companies in the world, and they are leading the charge on sustainably producing earth-grown, natural products that make a huge impact on how you look, feel, and perform. Use The Same Supplements That I Do and get to www.getonnit.com/jay to: -Increase Focus with Alpha BRAIN -Improve Workouts with Shroom TECH Sport -Enhance Sleep & Recovery with NEW MOOD -100% Money Back, Keep The Bottle Guarantee If you have questions, shoot them my way on Twitter (@JasonFerruggia) or email podcast@JasonFerruggia.com Thank you for tuning in, subscribing, and listening. I appreciate every one of you that takes the time to listen.