Years ago I ditched the straight bar in my training. My body has thanked me every day since.  But I get it. Most people don't want to evolve. "Arnold used barbells." Yup, and football players wore leather helmets with no face masks.  In this episode we'll discuss that, alternatives to overhead pressing, eating for size, hydrating properly, and... My #1 investment tip. Don't miss this one! Should you ditch barbells too? [2:44] Can you develop big shoulders without overhead pressing? [8:42] How to know if you need to add more frequency and volume? [13:27] Are you drinking too much water? [15:37] What's the best way to eat to maximize your gains? [17:58] My #1 investment tip? [25:01] Sponsors Cured Nutrition: The highest quality CBD made to help you reduce anxiety and inflammation, chill out, and sleep like a baby.  Go to CuredNutrition.com and use code RENEGADE. Bub's Naturals: The purest form of collagen, sustainably sourced from grass fed and pasture raised cows. Essential for joint health, muscle recovery, gut health and more. Go to BubsNaturals.com and use code JAY Onnit: Alpha Brain is the ultimate way to get in the zone. Promote your cognitive functions like memory, processing speed, focus, creativity and more.  Go to onnit.com/renegade to save. 

Marc Washington is the Founder and CEO of Supergut: the leading evidence-based nutrition brand designed to empower consumers to reclaim and sustain control over their bodies through the science of the gut microbiome.  Marc holds an M.B.A. from Harvard Business School and B.S. from Princeton University and he launched Supergut to fix the broken food system and create alternative methods for individuals looking to transform their health through their gut. His passion for health and wellness flows into everything he does, and he's here to share some tools to fundamentally change your health, body, and life. Listen as we discuss: The mind-blowing power of your gut microbiome. [14:28] What's the key to optimizing gut health? [18:51] Are there any foods you should be consuming, and avoiding, at all costs? [27:54] What is resistant starch, and why you need more of it? [34:26] How long does it take to transform your gut health and normalize digestion? [38:18] What role does meal timing and frequency play in all of this? [42:40]   Sponsors Nutrition Solutions: Healthy meal delivery, using high quality ingredients like organic produce, grass fed beef, antibiotic & hormone free poultry, & even elk. Go to nutritionsolutions.com and use code JAY. BiOptimizers: Sleep Breakthrough will help you have the deepest, most restorative sleep of your life. Go to sleepbreakthrough.com/renegade and code JAY10. HVMN: Ketone-IQ is clinically proven to boost mental clarity, endurance, recovery, and more. Go to hvmn.com and use code JAY20.

Bryan Ray is a dedicated family man and a true patriot. He served 20 years in the U.S. Army, most of which in Special Forces, has travelled the globe and gained a vast amount of experience leading teams through complex mission sets with strategic impact.  Now the Institutional and Government Sales lead at H.V.M.N. - Health Via Modern Nutrition, his passion for working with teams and improving performance provides a natural connection with team owners and trainers with a desire to achieve excellence.  And he's here to share some of that with you today.  Listen as we discuss:  The bizarre reality of social media. [8:45] What are the 2 questions every successful leader must ask? [13:19] Is there a secret to building high-performing teams? [16:04] The remarkable impact of ketones on brain and body functionality. [24:00] Is this robbing you of joy and healing? [30:52] What you need to know about drinkable ketones (and why you need to go to HVMN now). [37:50] Sponsors Epoch: Not all protein powders are created the same. Don't believe me? Go to yourepoch.com, use the coupon code JAY, and find out what a difference that the highest quality whey protein isolate makes for yourself. Impossible Sleep: There are countless supplements that promise to knock you out, but don't actually help you sleep better. With no sugar, melatonin, or other unnatural sleep aids, this isn't one of them. Go to https://tinyurl.com/ImpossibleSleep and use the coupon code RENEGADE to save 20% on your first subscription and get your FREE Sleep Reset kit. HVMN: Ketone-IQ is the competitive edge your brain and body will thank you for. Clinically proven to boost mental clarity, endurance, recovery, and more, you'll be blown away by the results. Head over to hvmn.com and use promo code JAY20 to save.

Anxiety is a silent killer.  It affects your body internally and externally. Mentally and physically.  And you could be killing yourself by following the commonly held fitness advice.  Ya boy doesn't want you out here killing yourself.  I need your hormones and libido on point. Cognitive function optimized. Immune system boosted.  Dominating across the board.  So press play and take notes. I've got you covered with the BEST, real-world, tried and tested methods that will surely have your anxiety in check. Sponsors HVMN: Ketone-IQ is the competitive edge your brain and body will thank you for. Clinically proven to boost mental clarity, endurance, recovery, and more, you'll be blown away by the results. Head over to hvmn.com and use promo code JAY20 to save. BiOptimizers: Want an all-in-one solution to improve your sleep, mood, anxiety levels, and overall health and vitality? Your answer lies at magbreakthrough.com/jay and be sure to use coupon code JAY10. Cured Nutrition: Support stress management and overall balance within your body with their line of full spectrum CBD products. Whether it's the caps, the oils, or the drinks, you won't be disappointed. Go to curednutrition.com and use the coupon code RENEGADE to save 20%.  Blokes: As a man over 35 you should be getting full panel blood work every 6 months IF you want to maximize your health. As a bloke you'll get unlimited follow-ups to fine tune your treatment plan, complete labs, and personalized prescriptions sent directly to your door. Go to blokes.co/jay to get started today. 

Some evils in life are unavoidable.  Cardio doesn't have to be one of them.  In today's Q&A I'll fill you in on a few secrets to get the most out of your cardio sessions and more. Listen to find out:   What are my Top-5 cardio implements and how often should you be doing them? [0:35] Why having a protein shake in the morning may not be the best idea. [4:30] The harsh reality of being an entrepreneur. [11:31] Sponsors Cured Nutrition: The perfect way to start your day. Cut through the fog and find lasting, unbreakable focus. No jitters, no caffeine, and no crash - just clean and clear brain energy. Go to curednutrition.com and use the coupon code RENEGADE to save 20%. BiOptimizers: Want an all-in-one solution to improve your sleep, mood, stress levels, and overall health and vitality? Your answer lies at magbreakthrough.com/jay and be sure to use coupon code JAY10.

I'm back with another powerful Q&A to help you become your strongest self.  Listen and learn: Improve shoulder, lower back, and knee issues in just 10 minutes? [2:37] Do this if you wanna feel like sh*t. [7:33] Why you should be more like Stone Cold. [11:52] Back issues? Try this... [15:54] How I built a 7-figure business. [17:26] Sponsors BiOptimizers: Want an all-in-one solution to improve your sleep, mood, stress levels, and overall health and vitality? Your answer lies at magbreakthrough.com/jay and be sure to use coupon code JAY10. HVMN: ​​​​Ketone-IQ is a competitive edge your brain and body will thank you for. Clinically proven to boost mental clarity, endurance, recovery, and more, you'll be blown away by the results. Head over to hvmn.com and use promo code JAY20 to save. Paleo Valley: If you haven't tried this 100% grass-fed whey protein do yourself a favor and change that now. It's the first ever 100% grass-fed protein with colostrum - one of the most powerful superfoods on the planet. Go to paleovalley.com and use coupon code JAY to save 15%.

Dr. Thomas Hemingway practices holistic and integrative medicine and is the host of the top-rated health podcast "Unshakeable Health". He's known for distilling the latest medical knowledge and science into digestible steps and his upcoming book, “PREVENTABLE! 5 Powerful Practices to Avoid Disease and Build Unshakeable Health” describes the foundational principles for creating lifelong health. He's wealth of knowledge, and he's here today to share some of it with you to help you optimize your health. The natural way. What's the most alarming issue with the current health care system? [6:05] Is a calorie simply a calorie? [10:23] 3 foods you should avoid at all costs. [16:05] So what can you eat? [21:25] Are you metabolically healthy? [27:22] What about fruit? Vegetables? Dairy? [43:34] What's the biggest risk factor for chronic diseases? [50:00] Sponsors Impossible Sleep: There are countless supplements that promise to knock you out, but don't actually help you sleep better. With no sugar, melatonin, or other unnatural sleep aids, this isn't one of them. Go to https://tinyurl.com/ImpossibleSleep and use the coupon code RENEGADE to save 20% on your first subscription and get your FREE Sleep Reset kit. Cured Nutrition: The perfect way to start your day. Cut through the fog and find lasting, unbreakable focus. No jitters, no caffeine, and no crash - just clean and clear brain energy. Go to curednutrition.com and use the coupon code RENEGADE to save 20%. Paleo Valley: If you haven't tried this 100% grass-fed whey protein do yourself a favor and change that now. It's the first ever 100% grass-fed protein with colostrum - one of the most powerful superfoods on the planet. Go to paleovalley.com and use coupon code JAY to save 15%. 

Censorship is at an all-time high in this country. The disinformation and "fake news" is prevalent.  Today's guest, Tony Brasunas, is here to expose the truth.  His new book, Red, White & Blind: The Truth About Disinformation and the Path to Media Consciousness, aims to help Americans defend our rights to Free Speech and a Free Press. And he's here today to share some of his research, inform you of the dangers, and let you know what you can do to take back control.  Is the corporate news media an organ of deception? [8:55] Why is the current state of censorship so dangerous? [16:15] Values or politics? [25:45] Beware of these 3 types of bias. [38:22] Is there a way to right the wrongs of the past 3 years? [44:56] Sponsors BiOptimizers: Want an all-in-one solution to improve your sleep, mood, stress levels, and overall health and vitality? Your answer lies at magbreakthrough.com/jay and be sure to use coupon code JAY10. Joy Mode: Ever wish there was a pre-workout supplement for sex? For enhanced sex drive AND better performance head over to usejoymode.com/discount/jay and use coupon code JAY to save. HVMN: Ketone-IQ is a competitive edge your brain and body will thank you for. Clinically proven to boost mental clarity, endurance, recovery, and more, you'll be blown away by the results. Head over to hvmn.com and use promo code JAY20 to save.

I'm back with another powerful Q&A to help you level up your training, and get the body and life you desire. You submit the questions.  I've got the answers.  Listen and learn: 4 tips that will drastically change your training. [1:16] What you need to focus on as you get older. [5:30] The right way progressively overload with DBs. [7:42] The blueprint to dieting for weight loss. [10:00] One of best things you can do post-training. [20:54] How to attract the right people in your life. [26:46] If you're a man over 35 and ready to get to work and make 2023 your best year yet, DM "POWER" to @jayferruggia to apply for coaching. Sponsors Impossible Sleep: There are countless supplements that promise to knock you out, but don't actually help you sleep better. With no sugar, melatonin, or other unnatural sleep aids, this isn't one of them. Go to https://tinyurl.com/ImpossibleSleep and use the coupon code RENEGADE to save 20% on your first subscription and get your FREE Sleep Reset kit. Cured Nutrition: The perfect way to start your day. Cut through the fog and find lasting, unbreakable focus. No jitters, no caffeine, and no crash - just clean and clear brain energy. Go to curednutrition.com and use the coupon code RENEGADE to save 20%. Athletic Greens: Detoxify your body, boost your energy, and strengthen your immune system with just one scoop. Go to athleticgreens.com/jay to find out why once people start taking it, they never stop.

We're only a few days into the new year. How are your resolutions holding up?  Are you already feeling overwhelmed? Disappointed by your broken promises?  You're not alone. It's easy to buy into the "new year, new me" mentality, try to change too many things at once, and end up right back in the same spot...  Tired, burnt out, and resultless.  But the year is still young. You've still got plenty of time to crush your goals and these simple changes will help elevate your body, mind, and life in 2023.  What should you do first in the morning? [1:46] An easy way to strengthen relationships? [5:58] Make this simple change and drastically improve your sleep. [15:42] Getting comfortable with the uncomfortable. [17:39] Sponsors Nootopia: All day energy, clarity, and focus without the jitters and crashes. Enhance your mental performance, boost you immunity, and get that glowing, healthy skin we all desire by going to nootopia.com/jaygenius and be sure to use the coupon code JAY10 to save 10%.  Joy Mode: Ever wish there was a pre-workout supplement for sex? For enhanced sex drive AND better performance head over to usejoymode.com/discount/jay and use coupon code JAY to save.