The Jay Ferruggia Show

In this episode, Team Renegade Coach and future physician, Jack Penner, joins me to discuss the results of my recent blood work, and solutions to common nutrient and hormone deficiencies. We discuss... 0:30: An overview of today’s show and why I wanted to finally get blood work done 1:41: How to identify Vitamin D deficiency and why it’s best to supplement with a Vitamin D/K2 combo 8:38: The most common nutrient deficiency that you must address 14:11: How to properly supplement with magnesium 16:31: Common causes of magnesium deficiency 16:54: The downsides of drastically decreasing your red meat consumption 20:57: Anti-oxidant effects of carbohydrates and other unknown benefits of carb consumption 24:48: All about adrenal hormones and what “adrenal fatigue” really means 32:27: The optimal plan to reduce stress and restore proper adrenal function 34:02: How to improve your sleep 36:21: My history of thyroid problems and what fixed it 39:35: My current diet, supplementation, and training regimen 47:16: Why I have decided to increase my protein intake 49:00: Announcing the GenX Mass Movement If you want to work directly with Jack and I, check out the Renegade Strength Club for training and nutrition coaching at www.RenegadeStrengthClub.com And if you’re interested in live, in-person coaching, come to the life changing Renegade Strength Camp in sunny Santa Monica, CA on July 22nd-24th. Go to jasonferruggia.com/renegade-strength-camp/ for all the information about the event and how to attend. This episode is brought to you by Onnit Total Human Optimization. Get your Shroom Tech Sport, Alpha Brain, Hemp Force and more incredible supplements and fitness equipment at onnit.com/Renegade. And use the coupon code "Renegade" at checkout to save 10%. Also, be sure to check out Thrive Market. Shopping for healthy food can burn a hole in your wallet and waste your time. Luckily, the crew at Thrive Market lets you pick up high quality food at wholesale prices and get it delivered right to your door. No more crazy price hikes or long lines. Go to jasonferruggia.com/thrive/ to claim your free tub of some of the highest quality coconut oil around.

In this Q&A episode, I take on your listener questions and discuss… 0:01: The next Renegade Strength Camp in Santa Monica, CA 2:38: Are low reps effective for size gains? 4:33: What’s the optimal weekly training schedule? 6:16: The myth of low carb diets for fat loss and performance enhancement 9:45: My definition of fitness 10:46: The Renegade way to succeed with women 11:35: Proper rest periods and cardiovascular training for improving your conditioning 21:32: The counterintuitive way to manage your cravings and avoid overeating 23:48: My closest friends in the fitness industry and how we help each other succeed 27:06: The most important factor for staying consistent with your training 33:08: What are the best rep ranges for different body parts? 43:20: Why I hate free-styling my training and go into every workout with a plan 44:56: How to gain weight if you have a lightning fast metabolism 48:26: Is steady state cardio ever the best approach for fat loss? If you’re interested in coming to the next Renegade Strength Camp in Santa Monica, CA on July 22nd-24th, then submit your application at www.JasonFerruggia.com/apply We only have a handful of spots left, so get your application in as soon as we possible and we will get back to you with details on the event. This episode is brought to you by Onnit Total Human Optimization. Get your Shroom Tech Sport, Alpha Brain, Hemp Force and more incredible supplements and fitness equipment at onnit.com/Renegade. And use the coupon code "Renegade" at checkout to save 10%. Also, be sure to check out Thrive Market. Shopping for healthy food can burn a hole in your wallet and waste your time. Luckily, the crew at Thrive Market lets you pick up high quality food at wholesale prices and get it delivered right to your door. No more crazy price hikes or long lines. Go to jasonferruggia.com/thrive/ to claim your free tub of some of the highest quality coconut oil around. If you have other questions you want me to answer, you can send them to podcast@jasonferruggia.com Thank you for listening.

In this episode, I do a deep dive into one of the most important topics for any guy who wants to make long term progress and stay jacked well into his 30s, 40s, 50s, and beyond. 2:38: Is training hard and staying injury free a myth? 3:52: The optimal pre-workout warm-up 4:53: Do you need to train in protective gear like sleeves, wrist wraps, or a belt? 7:54: How to properly control the weight on every rep 10:04: The proper range of motion for maximal size and strength gains 12:21: Should you always do explosive reps? 16:40: Why higher frequency training is a bad idea for long term health 20:22: Generating maximal tension on every rep and why it’s important 21:14: The best exercise order for training your upper and lower body 27:22: How often do you need to deload? 28:43: The safest exercises for each body part 38:31: Nutrition and supplement tips for long term injury prevention This episode is brought to you by Onnit Total Human Optimization. Get your Shroom Tech Sport, Alpha Brain, Hemp Force and more incredible supplements and fitness equipment at onnit.com/Renegade. And use the coupon code "Renegade" at checkout to save 10%. Also, be sure to check out Thrive Market. Shopping for healthy food can burn a hole in your wallet and waste your time. Luckily, the crew at Thrive Market lets you pick up high quality food at wholesale prices and get it delivered right to your door. No more crazy price hikes or long lines. Go to jasonferruggia.com/thrive/ to claim your free tub of some of the highest quality coconut oil around. To work with me directly and get coaching from the experts on Team Renegade, oin the Renegade Strength Club crew at www.RenegadeStrengthClub.com If you have other questions you want me to answer, you can send them to podcast@jasonferruggia.com Thank you for listening.  

Renegade nation, we made it. Episode 100. Thank you to all the listeners who have made this possible. To celebrate this milestone, Team Renegade Coach, Jack Penner, is here to take me through 60 questions on training, happiness, and life. 1:00: Updates on my recent blood work and an inside look at my vitamin and hormone levels 5:24: Favorite strength training exercise? 5:46: Favorite body part to train? 6:03: Favorite conditioning exercise? 6:14: Biggest mistake guys make that prevents them from gaining muscle? 6:25: Biggest mistake people make that prevents them from losing fat? 6:50: Some tips for preventing knee injuries. 7:12: What’s on your current training playlist? 8:21: What are the most dangerous exercises? 9:00: Are there any exercises everyone should do? 10:38: Is stretching a waste of time? 11:50: Foam rolling- good or bad? 14:02: Best exercise to improve grip strength? 14:10: Best tip to avoid injuries? 14:14: The most important training tip for guys over 40? 14:47: How much time do you personally spend on mobility? 16:25: What don’t you like about the fitness industry? 19:39: If you could train with anyone who would it be? 19: 42: If you could have dinner with anyone alive or dead who would it be? 21:05: If you could have one superpower what would it be? 21:36: Who is someone you admire? 22:16: Favorite movie? 22:39: Favorite TV Show? 23:01 Favorite comedian? 23:06: Favorite band? 23:10: Best concert you’ve ever been to? 25:08: Favorite band or artist to train to? 25:11 Favorite song to train to? 25:28: If you wake up in a foreign land tomorrow with no money and don’t know anyone how do you make money? 26:42: What’s the single biggest life lesson you’ve learned in the last 3-4 months? 27:40: What’s your biggest weakness? 28:14: What’s your greatest strength? 28:21: What do you struggle with? 30:21: What’s something you’ve stopped doing that has made a huge positive difference in your life? 31:57: Most important traits you seek out in someone you’ll be in a relationship with? 33:24: Favorite quote? 33:38: Favorite vacation spot? 34:06: Favorite kind of food? 34:49: What would be your one go to cheat meal? 35:34: What would people be surprised to know about you? 36:17: Who are some of your biggest mentors? 40:54: What are you really grateful for right now? 41:16: If you only have one month to live what are you going to do? 42: 53: Can you talk about the meaning of your tattoos? Do you have plans to get more tattoos? If so, what and where? 44:36: When did you lose your hair? Did you try to combat the loss with Rogaine or anything? 47:24: How often do you drink? 48:21: What is your drink of choice? 49:12: How often do you eat some weed? 50:42: Biggest business lesson you’d want to go back and share with your younger self? 51:42: Biggest business lesson you’ve learned this year? 52:31: True or false: it’s not what you know but who you know? 53:25: Favorite cliché that’s true? 53:38: Least favorite cliché 53:47: Favorite curse word? 53:52: Favorite dance move? 54:01: What’s your biggest regret or one thing you would change if you could do it over? 56:01: Lessons you’ve learned from Bronx? 59:40: How do you define Renegade? 1:00:27:How would you like to be remembered? This episode is brought to you by Onnit Total Human Optimization. Get your Shroom Tech Sport, Alpha Brain, Hemp Force and more incredible supplements and fitness equipment at onnit.com/Renegade. And use the coupon code "Renegade" at checkout to save 10%. For more help with training and becoming the strongest version of yourself, come work with Jack and I in the Renegade Strength Club. You’ll get the support, coaching, and accountability you need to get in the best shape of your life.  Join the Renegade Strength Club crew at www.RenegadeStrengthClub.com  If you have other questions you want me to answer, you can send them to podcast@jasonferruggia.com  Thank you for listening.

In this episode I take you guys through what’s been going on recently here on the West Coast and tackle more of your listener questions including… 0:39: Shout out to all the supporters on social media 1:21: My recap of the Prophets of Rage concert 5:01: What will happen to our friendship if you lack passion 6:40: Remembering Muhammad Ali 7:31: My thoughts on Narcos and Walking Dead 12:05: Podcast questions I’m not gonna answer anymore 14:17: Making a positive impact on the obesity epidemic 17:42: Healthy eating on a low budget 18:11: Gaining muscle and staying lean in your 60s 22:08: Training your abs with lower back problems 24:16: How long does it take to see physical changes when you start training? 25:56: What should a full body workout look like? 28:21: How to jump higher and get more explosive 31:29: Getting rid of your pot belly and using HIIT properly 35:39: Rotating exercises for more strength gains This episode is brought to you by Onnit Total Human Optimization. Get your Shroom Tech Sport, Alpha Brain, Hemp Force and more incredible supplements and fitness equipment at onnit.com/Renegade. And use the coupon code "Renegade" at checkout to save 10%. If you have other questions you want me to answer, you can send them to podcast@jasonferruggia.com Thank you for listening.

In this Q&A episode I tackle more of your questions on muscle building, as well as personal development. Today’s topics include... 0:11: The reason for last week’s episode absence 5:06: The mindset strategies you can use to turn any negative situation into a positive 9:47: How to enter the Renegade Summer Shred Transformation Contest and win a trip to Santa Monica to hang and train with me 11:16: A must see documentary, especially for animal lovers 12:15: Is there a limit to the number of clients a trainer should take? 18:11: How to start working on your business instead of in it 22:47: Staying focused & confident every day 25:54: How to train for sprinting speed and power 28:51: Dealing with and conquering adrenal fatigue 32:58: How to properly utilize gymnastics strength training 37:09: Beating patellar tendonitis 39:56: Training tweaks after a night of low sleep 43:04: Training your neck and changing up your exercises for faster results 45:49: Modifying your workouts with a low back injury If you want to be a part of the Renegade Summer Shred Transformation Contest then head over to www.RenegadeStrengthClub.com to enter and start the new Superhero Strong & Shredded workout program. Entries are due by this Friday June 3rd. Use the coupon code Summer2016 for 30% off your membership. Today’s episode is brought to you by Athletic Greens: The #1 Supplement for optimal nutrient absorption and digestion. I recommend Athletic Greens to everyone I work with. It is the most comprehensive nutritional supplement out there. This should be a go-to for every hard training Renegade. Pick it up at: www.AthleticGreensDrinks.com Thank you for listening. 

I’m back behind the mic, flying solo, and dropping knowledge. In this Q&A episode I discuss... 0:32: My recent experiences with cryotherapy 5:10: The time I almost dropped a Rock Bottom finisher at Improv 9:39: How you can make a positive environmental impact with your food choices 13:29: How to train your legs without getting knee pain 19:54: Why you shouldn’t train fasted 23:17: The training plan for guys sick of traditional programs from the magazines 28:24: What are my main sources of motivation? 35:13: The training, conditioning, and nutrition plan for skinny-fat guys 39:30: How to balance pick-up sports with your workouts 41:48: How much meat do you really need to eat? 45:05: Beating the hunchback look and improving your posture 47:44: Freestyling with Chuck D, improv with Jerry Seinfeld, or shopping with Mackelmore? If you’re looking for a training program that puts all of these tips and principles together, then check out Renegade Strong. I take care of all the programming, warm-ups, sets, reps, and exercise selection.  All you have to do is get after it and let the workouts build muscle Get it at www.RenegadeStrong.com This episode is brought to you by Onnit Total Human Optimization. Get your Shroom Tech Sport, Alpha Brain, Hemp Force and more incredible supplements and fitness equipment at onnit.com/Renegade. And use the coupon code "Renegade" at checkout to save 10%. If you have other questions you want me to answer, you can send them to podcast@jasonferruggia.com Thank you for listening.

In this episode, Michael Ellsberg busts myths on following the traditional path to success. Tune in to discover the real steps to financial security, personal freedom, and lifelong happiness. We discuss… 2:16: How did Michael get started as a writer? 3:18: The strange thing that happens when you make strangers hold eye contact in a bar 5:42: Why Michael started studying college dropouts 7:27: The one life skill that all successful people practice 9:05: Why is college a waste of time? 12:37: Think traditional stock investing is a good source of income? Think again 17:02: Michael’s SAFE plan for financial investing (and why it’ll actually make you money) 20:58: How to reverse years of bad spending habits and re build your bank account 22:42: What do Ancient Greeks and today’s leaders have in common? 25:27: Super skills vs. market skills and which ones you should work on 27:38: Using your “happiness exchange rate” to experience more fulfillment 32:56: The unfortunate reality of over-prioritizing your goals 37:20: Why buying a home can crush your financial growth and personal development 44:33: How to build your tribe and find “true wealth.” If you want more from Michael, be sure to check out his website at www.ellsberg.com and his two books: The Last Safe Investment The Education of Millionaires You can also find him on twitter @MichaelEllsberg and at Facebook.com/MichaelEllsberg.  This episode is brought to you by Onnit Total Human Optimization. Get your Shroom Tech Sport, Alpha Brain, Hemp Force and more incredible supplements and fitness equipment at onnit.com/Renegade. And use the coupon code "Renegade" at checkout to save 10%. Thank you for listening.

I’m coming back at you for another Q&A episode that addresses topics including...  0:28: Thank you for all the great listener feedback 1:03: Huge shout out to Sy Wigall for sending me an awesome book 1:42: Important follow up to last week’s question on elbow pain 2:55: How a 40+ year old guy can lose those last 10lbs of body fat 7:30: Is low rep strength training the best way to get strong? 13:54: How to be a ladies man and get more ass than a toilet seat 19:54: Prioritizing your life to bring out your best self 27:38: “Jay, what the hell am I supposed to eat with all the contradictory information out there?” 34:53: How to increase your performance and minimize injury 42:02: My biggest petpeeves 45:16: Sports specific conditioning tips 48:32: Should you take a full break from training 50:11: How to get started with bodyweight training This episode is brought to you by Renegade Roasting Co. This is the ultimate pre workout drink to fuel your training and increase your performance. Every bag purchased provides one person with clean water for two years.Go to RenegadeRoastingCo.com now for the best tasting coffee anywhere. Use the coupon code JFS for 25% off your first order. Thank you for listening.

In this Q&A episode, I answer your questions and discuss topics like... 0:11: Why is the podcast title back to “Renegade Radio?” 4:02: What happened when I grabbed Jay-Z’s chain? 5:16: Reminiscing about my days in the NYC club scene 6:51: What music am I currently listening to? 8:21: The aftermath of a 24 year old girl calling my business decisions “unprofessional” 12:35: What is the most important muscle group to stretch for better squats? 13:50: Exercises to avoid when you’re dealing with elbow pain 18:11: What are the go-to spots on an LA vacation? 22:49: My 8 minute rant on carbs 30:19: What should I do to keep my shoulders healthy on off days? 31:18: How to get establish a relationship with a lifelong mentor 39:07: The Renegade Guide To Bigger Shoulders 41:32: How should you train if you have a night of shitty sleep? 43:59: What does my lower body training look like? 48:00: How to get brutally strong without sacrificing size gains 51:56: Why does your sleep fall apart when you train hard? If you want to know more about the training tips I cover in this article, check out these two articles: http://jasonferruggia.com/muscle-building-diet/ http://jasonferruggia.com/how-to-build-big-shoulders/ This episode is brought to you by Renegade Roasting Co. This is the ultimate pre workout drink to fuel your training and increase your performance. Every bag purchased provides one person with clean water for two years. Go to RenegadeRoastingCo.com now for the best tasting coffee anywhere. Use the coupon code JFS for 25% off your first order. Thank you for listening.