This week Joe welcomes Eugene Teo to the Industrial Strength Show. Eugene is a former bodybuilder turned problem-solver / muscle mechanics expert who teaches people [from all walks of life] how to build a better body in the most effective manner possible. This 90-minute conversation covers a variety of different topics. Highlights include: How the STRONG documentary impacted Eugene's teenage years; What should be the minimum 'Barrier For Entry' in order to call yourself a "professional" in the Fitness Industry?; The Importance of Self Acceptance; The Best Training Advice Eugene Ever Received; Eugene's Triggering Thoughts on Mobility...and much, Much MORE! *For a full list of Show Notes & Timestamps from this episode goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

• IMPORTANT LINKS/PEOPLE MENTIONED
• Eugene Teo (@coacheugeneteo)
• Outliers by Malcolm Gladwell
• Hellowater [promo code: DEFRANCO]
• Four Sigmatic

Joe kicks off this week's show with a very important announcement regarding the DeFranco Supplement line/website. He then answers two listener questions. TOPICS INCLUDE:  #1) Does Joe feel heavy, "max-effort" training is dangerous/counterproductive for older lifters? #2) How to fix chronically tight hamstrings? *For a full list of Show Notes & Timestamps goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

• Important Links from this episode
• DeFranco's Nutritional Supplements [promo code: STOCKUP]
• AMPED Warm-up 3.0
• Hellowater [promo code: DEFRANCO]
• Four Sigmatic

This week Joe sits down with Dr. Corey Peacock - Head S&C coach at Sanford MMA - a premier professional MMA team comprised of some of the top-ranked fighters in the world, including multiple current and former World Champions. Corey is also an associate professor in the Department of Health & Human Performance at Nova Southeastern University. Highlights from Corey & Joe's conversation include:

• How Corey blends science/research with "real world" experience/results
• The process involved in preparing a UFC fighter for a fight
• Strengthening an athlete's weaknesses vs Doubling down on their strengths
• How/Why Corey uses (a variation of) Wendler's 531 program with his fighters
• Developing "fight specific conditioning" inside the cage vs in the gym/weightroom
• The importance of programming "REST" into the weekly plan
• Corey & Joe give their thoughts on ice baths
• Corey gives the "inside scoop" on some fascinating research studies he's conducted
• Plus much, Much MORE!

HUGE SHOW THIS WEEK! During the first half of the episode, Joe continues the conversation regarding his "Relative Strength Index" (RSI) standards and exercise execution. Specific topics include: Performing Goblet Squats with heels elevated vs feet flat on floor & Specific Push-up/Pull-up standards for FEMALES. The second half of the show is dedicated to Joe's [updated] "Training Longevity Commandments". If you're interested in TRAINING FOREVER, you'll want to listen, write down, and FOLLOW THESE 10 COMMANDMENTS! *For a full list of Show Notes & Timestamps visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

• IMPORTANT LINKS/PEOPLE MENTIONED
• @slantboardguy
  
• Ben Patrick (@kneesovertoesguy)
• Ageless Athlete 4.0
• Four Sigmatic
• Magic Spoon 

On this week's show, Joe reveals the origin and specifics of his "Relative Strength Index" (RSI). He explains the tests that make up the RSI - along with his grading system - for determining how strong & FIT you are! He also includes bonus replacements for the "BIG 3" (barbell bench, squat, deadlift) for endomorphs looking to improve their overall fitness [while still being strong af]. *For Show Notes, Timestamps & Important Links from this episode visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com.

• TODAY'S SPONSORS
• Four Sigmatic
• MANSCAPED™

This week Christian Thibaudeau makes his [highly anticipated] debut on the Industrial Strength Show! Christian has been training & coaching for over 2 decades, working with athletes from dozens of different sports. He has written 4 books, 700+ published articles on T-Nation, and has pioneered multiple educational courses - including the brilliant "Neuro-typing" system (which goes in-depth on how to train athletes based on their personalities/dispositions). On today's show, Christian discusses the following topics:

• Training to maximize muscle growth vs Training for health/longevity
• How Christian's training has changed [after turning 40]
• The best training split(s) for "washed-up meatheads"
• The many benefits of loaded carries [and how/when to program them]
• Christian's thoughts on cardio - What's best for lifters over 40?
• Specific exercises Christian & Joe started AVOIDING [after turning 40]
• Is "neuro-typing" important for non-athletes?
• How to eat to live longer
• Christian's TOP 3 pieces of advice for lifters over 40
• And Much, MUCH MORE!

*For a full list of Show Notes, Timestamps & Important Links from this episode visit: www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

This week Joe answers 5 listener questions. TOPICS INCLUDE:

• Has Joe ditched the straight bar [since having shoulder surgery]?
• How to make social media great again!
• Is it more important to limit carbs or fats when "Fat Loss" is the main goal?
• The [2-Exercise] ANTI-Upper Body Warm-up!!
• Joe's thoughts on Drop-sets [Plus he shares his new "PUSH" workout!]

*For Show Notes, Timestamps & Important Links from this episode goto: www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

Joe kicks off this week's show by giving the audience an update on the "COVID situation" in the DeFranco household. He then shares the results of his most recent bloodwork & body composition analysis. He concludes the show by reflecting on the ONE THING that has made the biggest difference in his overall health! *For Show Notes, Timestamps & all the Important Links from this episode visit: www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

• IMPORTANT LINKS/PEOPLE MENTIONED
• DeFranco's Nutritional Supplements
• The 8 Blood Markers You MUST Monitor For Your Health & Longevity
• The Reason So Many Bodybuilders Die Early [T-Nation article]
• The One-Minute Bodyfat Test [T-Nation article]
• MANSCAPED [discount code: JOED]

*For Show Notes, Timestamps & Important Links from this episode visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

• IMPORTANT LINKS/PRODUCTS MENTIONED
• DeFranco's Immune System Stack
• Philips InnoSpire Go Nebulizer
• Reduced L-Glutathione Plus by Theranaturals
• Saline for Nebulizer 
• Magic Spoon

After experiencing power outages [due to hurricane Ida] Joe was finally able to sit down and record an Overrated/Underrated podcast! TOPICS INCLUDE: Umbrellas; Supersets; Being a punter/kicker in the NFL; Jumping Rope; Lyle Alzado; George Carlin; Training like an athlete when you're not; Benefits of walking; Natural soaps like Dr. Squatch; Pull-ups; Lululemon joggers; Metabolic conditioning circuits for first responders; Dead arm hang for shoulder health; The ability to get off the floor without using your hands or knees. *For Show Notes & Timestamps goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com.

• Important Links/People Mentioned
• Lost Secrets of Strength seminar
• DeFranco's Nutritional Supplements
• DeFranco Insider

After starting the show w/ 2 important/exciting announcements, Joe covers 3 main topics: 1) What everyone needs to know about EXERCISE SELECTION [including Joe's thoughts on programming Nordic Hamstring Curls] 2) Joe takes the audience through "A Day In His Life" 3) How to determine the best diet for YOU! *For Show Notes & Timestamps from this episode goto  www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

• Important Links/People Mentioned
• CPPS coaches [coupon code: JOED20]
• Lost Secrets of Strength LIVE seminar
• Ben Patrick (@kneesovertoesguy)
• Hellowater [promo code: DEFRANCO]
• Magic Spoon [promo code: JOED]

After reading this week's winning iTunes review & announcing his return to [youth] coaching, Joe provides thorough answers to 2 different listener questions. During the first half of the show Joe maps out his current upper body warm-up. This includes his 3 main "areas of focus", specific exercise recommendations, a full warm-up example and explanations regarding HOW & WHY he does what he does. During the second half of the show, Joe answers a question from a concerned parent about his 8-year-old daughter's "knock knees". Joe reveals his "4-Step Formula" & "ground-up" approach for fixing knee valgus, aka, "knock knees". *For Show Notes & Timestamps from this episode goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

• Important Links/People Mentioned
• CPPScoaches.com [coupon code: JOED20]
• HelloWater [promo code: DEFRANCO]

During the first half of this week's tribute show Joe shares some of his favorite/funniest Dr. Tom stories, along with the most important lessons Joe learned from him. The final hour of today's show is a replay of Dr. Tom's very first appearance on the Industrial Strength Show [episode 63 - May 26, 2016]. *For a full list of Show Notes, Timestamps & Important Links from this episode goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com.

• IMPORTANT LINKS
• DeFranco's Nutritional Supplements
• HelloWater [promo code: DEFRANCO]

Joe D. reunites with Zach Even-Esh in this week's EPIC podcast! (You'll probably end up listening to this episode multiple times!) TOPICS INCLUDE: The Art of Coaching - The fine details & little nuances that separate good coaches from GREAT coaches; How we handle "difficult" parents in the gym; Experiences we've had with bad coaches that showed us what we DON'T want to do or become as coaches ourselves; Stories, memories, and lessons learned from our close friend [who recently passed away] Dr. Tom "The Guru" Bilella; LIFE LESSONS that we've experienced as we've gotten older; Garage Gym Godfathers seminar details/announcement...and Much MORE! *For Show Notes, Timestamps & Important Links from this episode goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

• IMPORTANT LINKS
• Garage Gym Godfathers seminar [digital download]
• Zach Even-Esh (@zevenesh)
• Magic Spoon [promo code: JOED]

 

This week's show starts with some "life updates" [which include]: Willy's surgery, Mickey Gall's UFC fight, New Garage Gym Pics/Tour & Joe's recent lat tear. Joe then answers 4 listener questions. TOPICS INCLUDE: Treating "armpit pain" from benching / Preventing Pec Tears; How to develop your "inner pecs"; Why does Joe lift his head up when benching; How Joe trained his first Olympic athlete. *For Show Notes & Timestamps visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

 

• DeFranco's Nutritional Supplements
• Joe DeFranco's Instagram (@defrancosgym)
• Magic Spoon [discount code: JOED]
• BlueChew [discount code: DEFRANCO]

Joe kicks off this week's show with a "life update" that includes: Willy's eye removal surgery, new garage gym equipment, truck problems...and a NEW "shoulder tear"?!? He then spends the rest of the episode covering the "darkside" of resistance training, ie, The Top 5 Things That Every Lifter Needs To Know/Understand [in order to experience all the amazing benefits resistance training has to offer]!

 

*For a full list of Show Notes & Timestamps goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

 

• CPPS L1 - New Jersey, July 31st
• DeFranco Insider
• Magic Spoon [promo code: JOED]
• BlueChew [promo code: DEFRANCO]

This week's show starts with a new segment where Joe shares [new] "Stuff He Likes". He then details his current diet & supplementation, meal-by-meal. He includes things he's now doing differently, along with his favorite [high protein] snacks that taste like dessert!! He concludes the show by explaining how he's "spiced up" his morning walks, which has led to better recovery, reduced belly fat and more overall GAINS! *For a full list of Show Notes & Timestamps goto: www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

 

RELATED LINKS/PEOPLE MENTIONED

• DeFranco's Nutritional Supplements
• www.FitnessZone.com
• @microgainz
• BlueChew [Discount Code: DEFRANCO]
• Magic Spoon [Discount Code: JOED]

This week Joe starts the show by giving an update on the progress he's made with his new garage gym. After getting sidetracked [and sharing an incredibly frustrating call he recently had with Verizon] Joe gets into the specifics of his new garage gym. Topics include: Upgrades that have been made, new equipment that's been ordered, old equipment that will be moved into the garage & the equipment that "didn't make the cut". During the second half of the show, Joe gives an update on his shoulder "rehab" and the specifics regarding his new training split/experiment!! *For a full list of Show Notes, Timestamps & Important Links from this episode go to: www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

 

• Magic Spoon [promo code: JOED]
• HelloWater [promo code: DEFRANCO]

This week Joe returns from vacation with plenty of stories to share (and questions to answer)!! MAIN TOPICS OF DISCUSSION INCLUDE: The "secret pill" for managing anxiety; How to prevent "low back lock-up" when standing for long periods of time; The TRUTH about Reverse Hypers and low back pain; Joe shares a "hotel gym story" which leads to his 'Mount Rushmore' of Gym Etiquette Pet Peeves...and More! *For Timestamps & Show Notes from today's episode visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com.

 

• DeFranco's Nutritional Supplements
• Reverse Hyper machine
• Dr. Stuart McGill

 

This week's show is recorded on location from Palm Beach, Florida! Joe takes some time away from his family vacation to answer 4 listener questions. SPECIFIC TOPICS INCLUDE: 1) How to stay hydrated and prevent low back pain when traveling 2) The difference between regular drop-sets & "mechanical" drop-sets [Plus Joe's favorite mechanical drop-set pairings for all muscle groups!] 3) Troubleshooting the vertical jump [Why do athletes drift forward when they jump?] 4) Two upper body stretches you can do [to improve shoulder mobility] while watching TV!

*For Show Notes & Timestamps goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

• Important Links/People Mentioned
• www.BlueChew.com [promo code: DEFRANCO]
• www.DeFrancoInsider.com
• Dana Santas (@mobilitymaker)

In this week's episode, Joe celebrates Father's Day, his upcoming Birthday & fills everyone in on what's been going on in the DeFranco household!  HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE: Ashley's recent blood work and what everyone can learn from her "health scare"; BONUS "Overrated/Underrated" segment w/ Ashley in the hot seat!; "Highlights" & "lowlights" from Joe's recent blood work; What's Joe getting for his 46th birthday?; Joe's Top 5 Qualities of Being a Great Dad...and Much MORE!

*For a full list of Show Notes & Timestamps goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

• Important Links/People Mentioned
• Ashley DeFranco (@ashleydefranco)
• www.DeFrancoShop.com
• www.CPPScoaches.com [promo code: JOED20]
• www.BlueChew.com [promo code: DEFRANCO]
• www.HelloWater.com [promo code: DEFRANCO]

This week Joe is joined by Dr. Beau Hightower - The "YouTube Famous" Chiropractor to UFC Fighters, WWE Wrestlers, and Athletes/Celebrities From Across the Globe! Highlights from their conversation include: How/Why Dr. Beau's videos began going viral; The traditional "business model" of chiropractic and how Beau's practice is different; Misconceptions surrounding chiropractic; The 3 different types of chiropractors; Responding to Joe Rogan's criticism of chiropractic; The importance of nuance & moderation [in all fields]; Does "cracking" your neck and/or knuckles cause arthritis?; Safety/effectiveness of high velocity spinal decompression/adjustments; Dr. Beau's Big 3 longevity "difference makers"...and Much More!

*For Show Notes & Timestamps visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com.

 

• Related Links/People Mentioned
• DeFranco Shop 
• Dr. Beau Hightower (@dr.beauhightower)
• Dr. Beau's Youtube channel
• Dr. Gregory Johnson
• Hellowater [promo code: DEFRANCO]
• BlueChew [promo code: DEFRANCO]

This week Joe is joined by MindPump co-host & author of the new book, "The Resistance Training Revolution" - Sal Di Stefano. Highlights from their conversation include: Why Sal decided to write a book; Why Sal and his partners (Adam & Justin) get labeled as "anti-cardio"; Biggest misconceptions surrounding cardiovascular exercise [We've all been lied to!]; Why strength training is the single best form of exercise; Common strength training mistakes [that prevent most people from achieving their goals]; The "muscle toning" myth; Sal's favorite Rocky movie scene...and Much MORE! *For Show Notes & Timestamps visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

• Related Links/People Mentioned
•  DeFranco's Nutritional Supplements
• The Resistance Training Revolution
• Azuna Fresh [Discount Code: DEFRANCO]
• CPPS certification
• Sal Di Stefano (@mindpumpsal)
• Adam Schafer (@mindpumpadam)
• Justin Andrews (@mindpumpjustin)

In this week's [super-sized] Memorial Day Weekend edition of the podcast - Joe continues the Overrated/Underrated segment he started during the second-half of last week's show!

TOPICS INCLUDE: Single Leg RDL's, Multiple Sports for Young Athletes, The Performance Benefits of Music, Training Barefoot, Mace Training, BCAAs While Cutting, "The Pump", Ben Patrick (Knees Over Toes Guy), Joe's days training at Empy's Gym, Schick FX Extreme razors, Supplements for Gut Health, Wearing Ankle Braces When Training/Competing, Cottage Cheese & Jelly, Ab Wheels, FMS (Functional Movement Screen), Direct Front Delt work, Long-Duration Plank Holds, A1 Steak Sauce, Espresso, Rowing Machines (Concept 2), Hair, Jefferson Curl, Nike Air Maxes, Reverse Hypers, High School Football Summer Conditioning (110's, Gassers, etc), Abstinence Before Fights/Competition & More!

*For Show Notes & Timestamps goto: www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

• Related Links/People Mentioned
• The Ready State - Virtual Mobility Coach [promo code: JOE10]
• CPPS certification [coupon code: MDAY20]
• DeFranco's Gut Check [probiotic]
• Ben Patrick (@kneesovertoesguy)

This week Joe answers a follow-up question from last week's show regarding "shoulder friendly" barbell benching. He shares his Top 5 "sneaky tricks" for those who still want to [barbell] bench heavy - without the shoulder damage that's normally associated with it. The second half of the show is dedicated to "Overrated/Underrated"! Topics include: Functional Training; Chest Flies; Hook Grip; Watching Newly Released Movies at Home vs in Theatres; Eating Immediately After Your Workout; Bodybuilding for Athletes; Back Squats; Bacon; RPR (Reflexive Performance Reset); McGill's Big 3; Slow Concentric Training for Strength Gains; Weekends; Salt; John Riggins; Mass Specific Force. *For Show Notes & Timestamps visit: www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

 

• Related Links/Products Mentioned
• BlueChew [Promo Code: DEFRANCO]
• @defrancosgym [Joe D's Instagram]
• DeFranco Insider
• Kabuki Kadillac Bar
• Elitefts "Shoulder Saver Pad"