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Joe DeFranco's Industrial Strength Show

World-renowned strength & conditioning coach Joe DeFranco shares his thoughts on training for peak performance, mindset, and living your passion. As the founder and owner of DeFranco’s Gym, he also provides the business knowledge that helped him turn a 500-square-foot storage closet into a global brand. Each week, Joe will educate, motivate and entertain his audience by answering their questions and/or conducting interviews with top athletes, fitness professionals, entrepreneurs, and other highly successful people.
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#417 Strength & Conditioning in the XFL, FrEaKiEsT Athletes in the WWE & More w/ Sean Hayes! 0
Apr 27, 2023
This week's show starts off with a few important announcements followed by Sean Hayes' 4th Industrial Strength Show appearance. Sean - who is currently the Director of Player Performance for the XFL - discusses a variety of topics during today's show. Highlights include: The mixed emotions Sean felt when he left the WWE Performance Center for the XFL; The biggest difference between working w/ pro wrestlers vs pro football players; The new training technology that was used to evaluate all incoming XFL players; The specific tests & performance indicators that were measured during the evaluation process; In-season training; Potential development of a "Football Combine version 2.0"; Freakiest athletes in the WWE; Macho Man, Stone Cold & Ric Flair impersonations...And More! *For a full list of Show Notes + Timestamps visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com
#416 How To Reduce Your Risk of Dying by 50%, When To Train for Mobility vs Stability & More! 0
Apr 20, 2023
Joe kicks off this week's show with a "NEW MERCH" announcement! He then answers 4 listener questions. TOPICS INCLUDE: 1) How to get the most out of 3 hours of exercise per week 2) Determining when to focus on stability vs mobility 3) Joe shares his first "cold plunge experience" in years! 4) DIY weight vest ideas for weighted push-ups...And More! *For a full list of Show Notes + Timestamps visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com.
#415 BRAIN GAINS: How To Prevent Cognitive Decline As We Age, The Truth About Ice Baths & More! 0
Apr 13, 2023

Joe kicks off this week's show by reading a winning iTunes review and introducing his audience to a NEW sponsor. He then reads an email from a listener whose dad recently passed away from Alzheimer's Disease and mom is showing early signs of dementia. This leads to a conversation about cognitive function and Joe's "BIG 7" Habits for Preventing Cognitive Decline As We Age. The show concludes with a mini "Overrated/Underrated" segment. Topics include: Dead Hangs for Shoulder Mobility/Health, Ice Baths, and Plyo Push-ups. *For a full list of Show Notes + Timestamps visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com.

#414 How To Make Push-ups GREAT Again, 3 Must-Try Lateral Raise Variations & More! 0
Apr 6, 2023
This week Joe answers 2 listener questions and then concludes the show with a "special request" overrated/underrated segment. The main topic you'll hear Joe discuss today is "How To Make Push-ups Great Again". Joe explains why he feels it's a major mistake to drop push-ups from your program once you feel you're "too advanced" for the exercise. He then reveals his Top 7 ways to modify the push-up (in order to increase the difficulty), while sharing his favorite advanced push-up variations. The second topic Joe discusses on today's show is the Lateral Raise. Joe describes how to execute the exercise for maximal medial delt recruitment and minimal joint stress. He then shares his 3 favorite lateral raise variations with the audience. Today's show concludes with a "mini" overrated/underrated segment on the following 3 topics: Neck Training for the General Pop Client, Fasted Strength Training, and "Finishers". *For a full list of Show Notes with Timestamps visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com
#413 Using Breathwork to Erase Pain, Improve Mobility & Increase Performance w/ Jill Miller 0
Mar 30, 2023
This week Joe welcomes back Jill Miller to the Industrial Strength Show! Jill is a fascia expert with 30 years of corrective movement expertise that bridges the gaps between the worlds of yoga, massage, athletics, and pain management. Her signature self-care fitness programs - Yoga TuneUp and The Roll Model - are found at yoga studios, gyms, athletic training facilities, hospitals, and corporations worldwide. On today's show you'll hear Jill discuss a number of topics including: A new, innovative [yet gentle] way to decompress the spine, while simultaneously improving shoulder mobility; The role breathing plays in recovery, and ultimately, performance; The benefits of nasal breathing [and techniques/maneuvers to clear your nasal passages]; The "5 P's" of the parasympathetic nervous system; 3 practices we should all be doing everyday to reduce stress, relieve pain, and improve our overall quality of life; Highlights from her newest book, "Body by Breath"...and Much MORE! *For a full list of Show Notes + Timestamps visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com.
#412 How To Drastically Improve Sleep Quality, The Morning Coffee Hack You Must Try & More w/ Dan Go! 0
Mar 23, 2023
This week Joe welcomes first-time guest Dan Go to the Industrial Strength Show. Dan is a High-Performance Coach for Entrepreneurs from Toronto, Canada. He's worked with thousands of clients during his 15+ year career, helping them lose over 100,000 combined pounds, while also growing one of the most successful gyms in Toronto. In 2018, Dan left the gym world to help high-achieving entrepreneurs improve their health and build world-class bodies. On today's show, you'll hear Dan speak on a number of different topics including: The biggest mistakes Dan made as he began his transformation from being "skinny-fat & lazy" to fit & healthy; The importance of training your MIND (and not just focussing on "physical" goals); The mistakes entrepreneurs make when looking to transform their bodies & minds; The sustainable approach to nutrition/dieting; Dan's daily "non-negotiables"; The importance of lining up your nutrition with your circadian rhythm, Dan's simple [yet extremely effective] "3-2-1 method" for improving sleep quality; The morning coffee hack that prevents mid-day energy crash...and More! *For a full list of Show Notes + Timestamps goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com
#411 The Lost Training Files: Sharing In-House Research That I Conducted From 2000 - 2012! 0
Mar 16, 2023
On this week's episode Joe shares 7 in-house experiments that he conducted from 2000 - 2012. Specific topics discussed include: 1) Contrast Training and its effect on sprint times 2) Optimal sled loading for increasing speed/horizontal force production 3) The effect that static stretching the hip flexors has on vertical jump performance 4) The effect that pre-workout static stretching has on speed, power & overall performance 5) Performing your primary workout on Tuesday vs Monday 6) Partial-range lifts and their effect on full-range strength 7) High Resistance Intervals (HRI) - Are they an effective conditioning method for football players? *For a full list of Show Notes with Timestamps visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com.
#410 How To Recover Faster [While Improving Heart Health], 5 Pieces of Advice for New Gym Owners & More! 0
Mar 9, 2023
Joe starts today's episode by sharing some of the behind-the-scenes "issues" he's been having with his audio equipment...and he explains why today's show dropped a little later than usual. Joe then gives away some free stuff before answering 4 listener questions. TOPICS INCLUDE: 1) Five pieces of advice for a new gym owner 2) Why Joe turned down an NFL strength coaching opportunity 3) Has Joe changed his views on machine training? 4) How to recover faster from your workouts [while improving your heart health]. *For a full list of Show Notes with Timestamps visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com
#409 Cam Josse On His Transition from the Private Sector to Collegiate Coaching, Sled/Hill Training & More! 0
Mar 2, 2023
This week former DeFranco's Gym client & coach Cameron Josse returns to the podcast! This is Cameron's first Industrial Strength Show appearance since leaving DeFranco's and becoming a collegiate strength & conditioning coach. Cam spent the last two football seasons at Indiana University and is currently the assistant strength coach at Auburn University. On today's episode you'll hear Cameron & Joe's first conversation since Cam's arrival at Auburn. Specific topics of discussion include: Cam's transition from the private sector to becoming a college S&C coach; Has the "NIL" changed college culture & player work ethic; Auburn football off-season workout/template; How the Auburn S&C staff currently programs sled training into their workouts; Using hill training to increase speed & power [while sparing the joints]; Cam shares some new/innovative speed training protocols currently being used at Auburn...and much Much MORE! *For a full list of Show Notes + Timestamps goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com.
#408 The Perfect Age to Start Strength Training, 3 Keys to Becoming a Great Communicator & More! 0
Feb 23, 2023
For the second week in a row, Joe has to call a last-minute audible [due to unexpected events]. But, as per usual, The Show Goes On! After reading this week's winning iTunes review [and giving away more FREE STUFF], Joe answers 4 listener questions. Specific topics include: 1) How to become a great communicator 2) How to perform the perfect (joint-friendly, delt-destroying) lateral raise 3) How/Why SLIGHT angle changes make the BIGGEST difference when bench-pressing 4) What's the perfect age for kids to start strength training? *For a full list of Show Notes with Timestamps goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com
#407 The Most UNDERRATED Exercises for Longevity, Top 3 Worst Mistakes Most Lifters Make & More! 0
Feb 16, 2023
Joe kicks off this week's show by reading TWO winning iTunes reviews! He also gives the audience a preview of the next 2 podcast guests! Joe then answers 2 listener questions. Main topics of discussion include: 1) The Most Underrated Exercises for Longevity 2) The Top 3 Mistakes Most Lifters Make [Avoid these if you want to build muscle/strength!] *For a full list of Show Notes & Timestamps goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com.
#406 Body Type Specific Strength & Conditioning [How To Maximize Results & Reduce Injury w/ Lee Boyce] 0
Feb 9, 2023
This week Lee Boyce makes his second appearance on the Industrial Strength Show. Lee is a world-class trainer, speaker & teacher. He is also one of the most prolific writers in the fitness industry today. Lee has produced over 1200 published articles for just about every major fitness publication and online resource. On today's episode, Lee shares some invaluable information from his new book, “Strength Training For All Body Types”. Specific topics of discussion include: Understanding anthropometry [and why it's important for your results in the gym]; Determining YOUR specific "body type"; The foundational movement patterns that everyone should be doing; The ideal "deadlift body" & how to modify the movement if you don't have the ideal proportions; The ideal "back squat body" & how to modify the movement if you don't have the ideal proportions; The ideal "bench press body" & how to modify the movement if you don't have the ideal proportions; Conditioning for YOUR specific body type; Sprinting after a long layoff - How to avoid injury; Programming power for the "washed-up meathead"; Two of Lee's favorite [advanced] muscle-building techniques...and Much More! *For a full list of Show Notes + Timestamps visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com
 
#405 How To Read Supplement Labels [Buyer Beware], The Most Common Nutritional Deficiencies & More! 0
Feb 2, 2023

Joe starts this week's show with some announcements, sales & giveaways! After the show intro, Jamie Dorley (CEO, Founder & Owner of Nutritional Frontiers) returns for his second appearance. Joe and Jamie discuss a number of topics including: The "Big 4" Underlying Causes of Sickness/Dysfunction; How To Read Supplement Labels [Fish oil, Magnesium, Protein powder, Protein bars, Greens drinks]; The Most Common Nutritional Deficiencies; Popular Supplement Scams [Buyer Beware]; An Easy/Overlooked Way to Determine the Quality of Your Supplements...and More! *For a full list of Show Notes + Timestamps goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com.

 
#404 Should Obesity Be Recognized/Treated as a "Disease"? [My reaction to 60 MINUTES interview] 0
Jan 26, 2023
This week Joe reacts to the recent 60 MINUTES interview with an obesity doctor who claims that the #1 cause of obesity is genetics. Joe shares his thoughts on obesity being recognized/treated as a "disease", whether or not genetics trump diet & exercise, and more! *For a full list of Show Notes + Timestamps goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com.
#403 How Chris Bartl Got Off PED's, Beat Depression & Became The Strongest Version of Himself! 0
Jan 19, 2023
This week Joe welcomes Chris Bartl to the Industrial Strength Show. Chris is a lifelong athlete... After competing in multiple varsity sports in high school, he went on to compete in 6 different Olympic distance Triathlons, compete in powerlifting in raw, single-ply and multi-ply divisions, culminating in three different appearances in the XPC World Finals at the Arnold Sport Festival in Columbus, Ohio. Currently, Chris is the owner of Strength Incorporated - a gym specializing in the development of teenage athletes. In addition, Chris is the varsity throwing coach at Mount Baker High School (in Washington State) and an Equipment Sales Specialist at Elitefts. He also handles the Ad Sales for Dave Tate's Table Talk podcast. Highlights from Chris's conversation w/ Joe include: Chris's intro into powerlifting; Chris's intro to Performance Enhancing Drugs (PED's); The struggles Chris faced when he transitioned from being a "PED-using powerlifter" to "clean husband" trying to have his first kid; Who & What helped Chris make the transition back to "normal life"; Chris's approach to training [post-PED use]; The importance of hiring a coach [even if you're a coach]; Chris's "Level Up" program explained; How Chris trains high school athletes...and Much More! *For a full list of Show Notes with Timestamps visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com
#402 How I've MAINTAINED Sub-12% Body Fat [in my 40's] After Losing 30lbs Six Years Ago 0
Jan 12, 2023
Over 90% of people who lose weight end up gaining it back, and then some! Yet, the majority of "dieting information" online focuses on LOSING weight, without much info on how to MAINTAIN your weight loss. But that all changes on today's Industrial Strength Show! In this episode, Joe shares his 12 Most Valuable Tips for MAINTAINING Your "Lean Gains"! Your Yo-Yo Dieting days are over! Get a notebook and pen out - You're about to learn how to stay lean...for a LIFETIME! *For a full list of Show Notes + Timestamps visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com
#401 The Best Way To Program Cardio for Fat Loss, The Secrets to Preventing Tennis/Golfer's Elbow & More! 0
Jan 5, 2023
This week Joe is in a bit of pain as he recorded the show immediately following a PRP injection in his elbow...But don't worry, he still manages to power through a full show :) Main topics of discussion include: Joe's Top 3 "Silent Elbow Killers" [Being aware of these things can help you avoid elbow pain altogether]; Most Effective Treatments for Tennis/Golfer's Elbow; The Best Way To Program Cardio for Fat Loss [Joe's answer may surprise you!]; Joe's thoughts on the "Bana 2:1 Method"...and More! *For a full list of Show Notes & Timestamps visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com.
#400 23 Life-Changing Habits for 2023, $400 Merch/Supplement Giveaway & More! 0
Dec 29, 2022
This week Joe celebrates his 400th episode by giving away $400 worth of merchandise and supplements to his audience! He then shares 23 habits that have changed his life...and can change yours too!! *For a full list of Show Notes + Timestamps visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com
#399 25 Coaching Lessons from 25 Years in the Gym Business 0
Dec 22, 2022
Joe kicks off this week's episode by announcing the biggest prize giveaway in the history of the Industrial Strength Show! He then shares 25 coaching lessons from his 25 years in the gym business. Get a pen and notebook out for this one! These proven lessons are guaranteed to help any personal trainer, coach, gym owner or entrepreneur take their career to the next level! *For a full list of Show Notes + Timestamps visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com
#398 Nutrition Talk w/ Jason Phillips: Macros, Muscle-Building, Mistakes & More! 0
Dec 15, 2022
This week Joe welcomes Nutritional Coaching Institute (NCI) founder Jason Phillips to the Industrial Strength Show. After "failing to connect" 15+ years ago - Joe D. & Jason's worlds  FINALLY collide during this [long-overdo] podcast! Highlights from this information-packed conversation include: How Jason "almost" worked at DeFranco's Gym back in the day; How Jason's obsession with nutrition began; The one [nutrition] statement that nobody can dispute; How Jason went from being one of the most hated nutrition coaches in CrossFit to one of the most loved/valued; Is it possible to pack on muscle & burn fat simultaneously; How to calculate YOUR maintenance calories; The intelligent approach to packing on muscle, ie, eating a caloric surplus; Protein recommendations; Eating for performance vs aesthetics; Carbohydrate recommendations, How to determine if you're speaking to a great coach [or not]; The single worst thing you can do nutritionally; Joe & Jason's approach/advice regarding supplementation...and More! *For a full list of Show Notes w/ Timestamps visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com
#397 Best Barbell Squat Alternatives for Washed-Up Meatheads, Reacting to Liver King's Apology & More! 0
Dec 8, 2022
Joe D. kicks off this week's show with some "DeFranco Family life updates" before answering a few listener questions. This week's topics include: 1) Joe's reaction to Liver King's apology 2) Have Joe's views on the Box Squat changed since the pendulum has shifted to "knee over toe" training? 3) The ONE supplement that does the most "good" for most people 4) What are Joe's favorite (most joint-friendly) barbell squat replacements for washed-up meatheads...and More! *For Show Notes & Timestamps visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com
#396 Predicting Liver King's Future, Soccer Training Discussion & More! 0
Dec 1, 2022

After kicking the show off with some announcements & special offers, Joe dedicates the majority of the podcast to 2 Hot Topics: The first topic discussed is Liver King and the leaked emails that have "shocked" the fitness industry! Joe shares his take on the topic and predicts what Liver King's response to the public will be. Joe then shifts gears and talks about the World Cup [and whether or not he's been watching]...This leads to a discussion about soccer training and how Joe feels [most] soccer players should organize their weekly S&C routine. The 3rd and final topic of discussion on today's show is "How To Determine The Best Exercises for YOU". *For a full list of Show Notes + Timestamps visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

#395 Happy Thanksgiving & F*ck Prostate Cancer! [The Return of George DeFranco!] 0
Nov 24, 2022
Joe kicks off this week's show by giving THANKS, then GIVING some amazing deals to his audience. These deals include new merch and sales on his supplements, programs, and CPPS courses! After the show intro, Joe's parents join the podcast for the first time in 3 years. TOPICS DISCUSSED INCLUDE: How George felt when he first received his prostate cancer diagnosis; George's first impression of his oncologist; Side effects from radiation & hormone therapy; The supplements that have been helping George the most [post prostate cancer]; What drives George to continue to train [even though he's no longer able to lift weights]; What's been pissing George off recently; What were the most important life lessons George taught Joe; Raising kids in 2022...and Much MORE! *For a full list of Show Notes + Timestamps visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com
#394 Are "Fast-Twitch" Freak Athletes More Injury Prone, How To Become UNF*CKWITHABLE & More! 0
Nov 17, 2022

Joe starts the show with an explanation regarding this week's late release. He then talks about the upcoming  "Business of Strength" seminar before answering 6 listener questions. Q&A TOPICS INCLUDE: 1) Is the speed ladder completely worthless? 2) Thoughts on static stretching post-workout 3) Effective Lower Body strength workout that doubles as a mobility routine 4) How often & When to take sets to failure 5) Are "fast twitch" freak athletes more injury prone? 6) Does Joe ever block anyone on social media...and More! *For a full list of show notes + timestamps goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

#393 How To Stay Strong, Explosive and Fit AF Into Your 50's & Beyond [w/ Joe McAuliffe] 0
Nov 10, 2022
This week Joe D. welcomes another "Joe from Jersey" to the Industrial Strength Show - Joe McAuliffe. Joe is the owner and head "health and human performance coach" at JMPowerU in Eatontown, NJ (where he's trained thousands of clients/athletes ranging from "Average Joes" to "All Pros".) He is also a national/world champion powerlifter (holding the World Bench Press Records in 2 different classes - WDFPF, AAU). This year Joe was inducted into the New Jersey Strength & Power Hall of Fame. On today's podcast you'll hear Joe McAuliffe discuss the following topics: How he met "The Guru" Dr. Tom Bilella; How/Why he has ALWAYS taken a "longevity-based" approach to powerlifting; How he got himself off blood pressure meds (even though he's genetically predisposed to having heart issues); What Joe's current training split looks like; How Joe keeps his shoulders healthy (after 40 YEARS of heavy benching); Joe's morning routine; Training for power as we age; Best recovery methods; The importance of the auditory nervous system...and So Much MORE! *For a full list of Show Notes + Timestamps visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com
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