Neil Austin (@bigfreakinneil) and Alex Cain (@healthcoachcain) share a combined 2 decades of fitness knowledge and experience in this no B.S. podcast. Founded in the latest exercise science, each episode contains the most immediately deployable fitness and nutrition information you'll find. Get comfy and listen as two seasoned coaches tell it like it is - sharing their knowledge, experience, personal practices, and client successes from their 3 coaching businesses.
Welcome to the Big Freakin' Health Coach Podcast, the fitness podcast where you get less of the abstract concepts that make us sound smart, and more of the real, actionable advise that will truly make a difference in your day-to-day fitness journey. In this week's episode, we discuss a great client question about the future of fitness. With how much fitness and exercise science has evolved in the last 20 years, do we believe that trend will continue at the same rate for the next 20 years? We dive into nutrition, programming, supplementation, and more. The topic turned out to be so meaty that we're making it a two parter, so look out for part 2 next week! Where to reach your hosts: Neil Austin on IG: @bigfreakinneil Alex Cain on IG: @healthcoachcain Email: bfhcpodcast@gmail.com
Welcome to the Big Freakin' Health Coach Podcast, the fitness podcast where you get less of the abstract concepts that make us sound smart, and more of the real, actionable advise that will truly make a difference in your day-to-day fitness journey. In this week's Q&A special, we answer some of your most pressing questions, including "Is it better to do every rep perfectly or get a couple extra reps that are almost perfect?", "What's the best dream you've ever had?", and more.
Welcome to the Big Freakin' Health Coach Podcast, the fitness podcast where you get less of the abstract concepts that make us sound smart, and more of the real, actionable advise that will truly make a difference in your day-to-day fitness journey. In this week's episode, we discuss five reasons you might be sore and what to do about it. Where to reach your hosts: Neil Austin on IG: @bigfreakinneil Alex Cain on IG: @healthcoachcain Email: bfhcpodcast@gmail.com
Welcome to the Big Freakin' Health Coach Podcast, the fitness podcast where you get less of the abstract concepts that make us sound smart, and more of the real, actionable advise that will truly make a difference in your day-to-day fitness journey. In this week's episode, we discuss how to stay motivated during a plateau and important strategies on how to turn that plateau into progress. Where to reach your hosts: Neil Austin on IG: @bigfreakinneil Alex Cain on IG: @healthcoachcain Email: bfhcpodcast@gmail.com
Welcome to the Big Freakin' Health Coach Podcast, the fitness podcast where you get less of the abstract concepts that make us sound smart, and more of the real, actionable advise that will truly make a difference in your day-to-day fitness journey. In this week's episode, we discuss the tricks of the trade when it comes to bench pressing big weight. We go over everything from mechanics to programming tp best accessory exercises and how you can utilize all three to add 10lbs to your bench press right away. Where to reach your hosts: Neil Austin on IG: @bigfreakinneil Alex Cain on IG: @healthcoachcain Email: bfhcpodcast@gmail.com
Welcome to the Big Freakin' Health Coach Podcast, the fitness podcast where you get less of the abstract concepts that make us sound smart, and more of the real, actionable advise that will truly make a difference in your day-to-day fitness journey. In this week's episode, we discuss the ins and outs of your body's ENERGY SYSTEMS. What they are, when you use them, and how understanding them can directly improve your training. Where to reach your hosts: Neil Austin on IG: @bigfreakinneil Alex Cain on IG: @healthcoachcain Email: bfhcpodcast@gmail.com
Welcome to the Big Freakin' Health Coach Podcast, the fitness podcast where you get less of the abstract concepts that make us sound smart, and more of the real, actionable advise that will truly make a difference in your day-to-day fitness journey. In this week's Q&A special, we're mixing things up and giving you a list of the worst questions we can't seem to shake.
Welcome to the Big Freakin' Health Coach Podcast, the fitness podcast where you get less of the abstract concepts that make us sound smart, and more of the real, actionable advise that will truly make a difference in your day-to-day fitness journey. In this week's episode, we discuss EXERCISE SELECTION. How we go about choosing exercises for our clients and ourselves and how YOU should go about doing the same. Where to reach your hosts: Neil Austin on IG: @bigfreakinneil Alex Cain on IG: @healthcoachcain Email: bfhcpodcast@gmail.com
Welcome to the Big Freakin' Health Coach Podcast, the fitness podcast where you get less of the abstract concepts that make us sound smart, and more of the real, actionable advise that will truly make a difference in your day-to-day fitness journey. In this week's episode, we discuss the ins and outs of pretty much the tastiest macro ever. CARBS. Where to reach your hosts: Neil Austin on IG: @bigfreakinneil Alex Cain on IG: @healthcoachcain Email: bfhcpodcast@gmail.com
Welcome to the Big Freakin' Health Coach Podcast, the fitness podcast where you get less of the abstract concepts that make us sound smart, and more of the real, actionable advise that will truly make a difference in your day-to-day fitness journey. In this week's episode, we discuss the ins and outs of one of the most misunderstood and under-utilized macronutrients. THIS. IS. The skinny on fat. Where to reach your hosts: Neil Austin on IG: @bigfreakinneil Alex Cain on IG: @healthcoachcain Email: bfhcpodcast@gmail.com
Welcome to the Big Freakin' Health Coach Podcast, the fitness podcast where you get less of the abstract concepts that make us sound smart, and more of the real, actionable advise that will truly make a difference in your day-to-day fitness journey. In this week's Q&A special, we're taking a deep dive on a few of our clients' and followers' most burning questions, including "How many supplements should I take?", "How do I adjust calories for times when I'm less active?", and "How do I meal prep and still get variety?"
Welcome to the Big Freakin' Health Coach Podcast, the fitness podcast where you get less of the abstract concepts that make us sound smart, and more of the real, actionable advise that will truly make a difference in your day-to-day fitness journey. In this week's episode, we discuss the ins and outs of arguably the most important and undoubtedly the most talked-about of all macronutrients...PROTEIN. Where to reach your hosts: Neil Austin on IG: @bigfreakinneil Alex Cain on IG: @healthcoachcain Email: bfhcpodcast@gmail.com
Welcome to the Big Freakin' Health Coach Podcast, the fitness podcast where you get less of the abstract concepts that make us sound smart, and more of the real, actionable advise that will truly make a difference in your day-to-day fitness journey. In this week's episode, we discuss health & strength markers and what they mean for you. How to interpret the numbers, how to apply them to your nutrition/training, and how to translate them into real, tangible goals. Where to reach your hosts: Neil Austin on IG: @bigfreakinneil Alex Cain on IG: @healthcoachcain Email: bfhcpodcast@gmail.com
Welcome to the Big Freakin' Health Coach Podcast, the fitness podcast where you get less of the abstract concepts that make us sound smart, and more of the real, actionable advise that will truly make a difference in your day-to-day fitness journey. In this week's episode, we discuss our top 3 biggest regrets from our careers as coaches. We hope it will benefit not only other up and coming coaches, but also anyone looking for a new coach and wondering exactly what boxes to check. Where to reach your hosts: Neil Austin on IG: @bigfreakinneil Alex Cain on IG: @healthcoachcain Email: bfhcpodcast@gmail.com
Welcome to the Big Freakin' Health Coach Podcast, the fitness podcast where you get less of the abstract concepts that make us sound smart, and more of the real, actionable advise that will truly make a difference in your day-to-day fitness journey. In this week's Q&A special, we're taking a deep dive on a few of our clients' and followers' most burning questions, including "Should I get the COVID-19 vaccine?", "How do I improve my bench press lockout?" and "What's the deal with Jillian Michaels?"
Welcome to the Big Freakin' Health Coach Podcast, the fitness podcast where you get less of the abstract concepts that make us sound smart, and more of the real, actionable advise that will truly make a difference in your day-to-day fitness journey. In this week's episode, we discuss the biggest weigh gain myths that people tend to latch onto as the reason they can't get the scale to move in any direction but up. Let's get bustin'. Where to reach your hosts: Neil Austin on IG: @bigfreakinneil Alex Cain on IG: @healthcoachcain
Welcome to the Big Freakin' Health Coach Podcast, the fitness podcast where you get less of the abstract concepts that make us sound smart, and more of the real, actionable advise that will truly make a difference in your day-to-day fitness journey. In this week's episode, we give you the ultimate game plan for effectively setting New Year's resolutions that you'll actually see through to the end, with an added 2020 quarantine twist. Where to reach your hosts: Neil Austin on IG: @bigfreakinneil Alex Cain on IG: @healthcoachcain
Welcome to the Big Freakin' Health Coach Podcast, the fitness podcast where you get less of the abstract concepts that make us sound smart, and more of the real, actionable advise that will truly make a difference in your day-to-day fitness journey. In this week's episode, we walk you through the actual warm up routines that we implement for our clients and talk about what's wrong with the average gym goer's approach. Where to reach your hosts: Neil Austin on IG: @bigfreakinneil Alex Cain on IG: @healthcoachcain
Welcome to the Big Freakin' Health Coach Podcast, the fitness podcast where you get less of the abstract concepts that make us sound smart, and more of the real, actionable advise that will truly make a difference in your day-to-day fitness journey. In this week's Q&A special, we're throwing a bit of a curve ball at ya. Rather than answering the internet's most pressing questions, BigFreakinNeil and HealthCoachCain each took the time to come up with some great questions for each OTHER to kick off our first Q&A of season 2. Have a question you want answered in a future episode? Hit us up @bigfreakinneil and @healthcoachcain on IG and ask away!
Welcome to the Big Freakin' Health Coach Podcast, the fitness podcast where you get less of the abstract concepts that make us sound smart, and more of the real, actionable advise that will truly make a difference in your day-to-day fitness journey. In this week's episode, we give you the rundown on carb/calorie cycling, something that Big Freakin' Neil has firsthand experience with as he's trying it out currently coming off of contest prep. We'll answer the big questions for you: what is carb cycling, when should you do it, and is it something YOU should add to your program to take your results to the next level NOW? Or maybe down the road? If you've been thinking about trying carb cycling but aren't sure what it's all about or where to start, this is the episode for you. Where to reach your hosts: Neil Austin on IG: @bigfreakinneil Alex Cain on IG: @healthcoachcain
Welcome to the Big Freakin' Health Coach Podcast, the fitness podcast where you get less of the abstract concepts that make us sound smart, and more of the real, actionable advise that will truly make a difference in your day-to-day fitness journey. In this week's episode, we discuss NINE different forms of PROGRESSION and how to apply them while at home with access to limited or zero equipment. Plus a taste test of a new La Croix flavor and a high-protein pop tart and what kind of dog should Big Freakin' Neil get?
Welcome to the Big Freakin' Health Coach Podcast, the fitness podcast where you get less of the abstract concepts that make us sound smart, and more of the real, actionable advise that will truly make a difference in your day-to-day fitness journey. In this week's episode, Big Freakin Neil and Health Coach Cain take some time to catch up. Here all about Neil's big Classic Physique debut plus some BIG news from Alex's end as well. Plus hear some solid strategies for getting through Thanksgiving with your health and fitness intact, while ALSO allowing yourself to loosen up a bit and enjoy yourself. All this and more in this very special SEASON TWO PREMIERE.
Welcome to the Big Freakin' Health Coach Podcast, the fitness podcast where you get less of the abstract concepts that make us sound smart, and more of the real, actionable advise that will truly make a difference in your day-to-day fitness journey. This officially marks the conclusion of season one of the Big Freakin' Health Coach Podcast, and what a ride it's been. A MASSIVE thank you to everyone who has listened, followed, and participated up to this point. It means more to us than you know, and we are very excited to hit the ground running with more awesome, actionable content for all of you in season two. See you soon!
Welcome to the Big Freakin' Health Coach Podcast, the fitness podcast where you get less of the abstract concepts that make us sound smart, and more of the real, actionable advise that will truly make a difference in your day-to-day fitness journey. In this week's Q&A special, we tackle some of the internet's most pressing fitness questions, including the likes of "What are some bad habits to avoid on a rest/cheat day?", "What made both of you passionate about helping others with their fitness journey?", and "What is the difference between being very sore after a workout and being concerned you hurt something?"
Welcome to the Big Freakin' Health Coach Podcast, the fitness podcast where you get less of the abstract concepts that make us sound smart, and more of the real, actionable advise that will truly make a difference in your day-to-day fitness journey. In this week's episode, we discuss the ins and outs of PULLING exercises, specifically the horizontal pull (rows/face pulls) and vertical pulls (pull ups/lat pulldowns), including optimal rep ranges and training protocols for each. Let's do some pulling!
Welcome to the Big Freakin' Health Coach Podcast, the fitness podcast where you get less of the abstract concepts that make us sound smart, and more of the real, actionable advise that will truly make a difference in your day-to-day fitness journey. In this week's Q&A special, we tackle some of the internet's most pressing fitness questions, including the likes of "Is cardio necessary to lose fat?", "How much sleep do you get per night?", and "Pumpkin space - yes or no?"
Welcome to the Big Freakin' Health Coach Podcast, the fitness podcast where you get less of the abstract concepts that make us sound smart, and more of the real, actionable advise that will truly make a difference in your day-to-day fitness journey. In this week's episode, returning guest Shreyas Annapureddy helps us talk through an age-old debate - which is ultimately better for fat loss: the traditional chicken and rice "bro diet" or a more flexible approach (IIFYM)? Let's dive in.
Welcome to the Big Freakin' Health Coach Podcast, the fitness podcast where you get less of the abstract concepts that make us sound smart, and more of the real, actionable advise that will truly make a difference in your day-to-day fitness journey. In this special Frequently Asked Questions version of our standard weekly Q&A, we tackle all the questions that we hear the most from clients and IG followers alike. These questions include the likes of "How do I lose belly fat?", "Will lifting weights make me bulkier?", and "Can I do [fill in celebrity name here]'s workout?"
Welcome to the Big Freakin' Health Coach Podcast, the fitness podcast where you get less of the abstract concepts that make us sound smart, and more of the real, actionable advise that will truly make a difference in your day-to-day fitness journey. In this week's episode, we discuss the ins and outs of PUSH exercises, specifically the overhead press and bench press, including optimal rep ranges and training protocols for each. Let's push some weight.
Welcome to the Big Freakin' Health Coach Podcast, the fitness podcast where you get less of the abstract concepts that make us sound smart, and more of the real, actionable advise that will truly make a difference in your day-to-day fitness journey. In this Q&A, we throw in a little twist: instead of answering the internet's most pressing questions, we answer each OTHER'S most pressing questions. Including the likes of "What is the single most important factor when it comes to muscle growth?", "If you could only eat one meal for the rest of your life (besides cheeseburgers), what would it be?", and "What are the mobility exercises that all powerlifters should be doing?"
Welcome to the Big Freakin' Health Coach Podcast, the fitness podcast where you get less of the abstract concepts that make us sound smart, and more of the real, actionable advise that will truly make a difference in your day-to-day fitness journey. In this week's episode, we discuss the major differences between an EXERCISE program (i.e. go to the gym and sweat for an hour) and a TRAINING program (stimulating your body/nervous system with INTENT and PURPOSE). And if you fall into the first category (like most people), what's the best way to transition to a training regiment? Let's dive in.
Welcome to the Big Freakin' Health Coach Podcast, the fitness podcast where you get less of the abstract concepts that make us sound smart, and more of the real, actionable advise that will truly make a difference in your day-to-day fitness journey. In this Q&A, we throw in a little twist: instead of answering the internet's most pressing questions, we answer each OTHER'S most pressing questions. Including the likes of "What is the single most important factor when it comes to muscle growth?", "If you could only eat one meal for the rest of your life (besides cheeseburgers), what would it be?", and "What are the mobility exercises that all powerlifters should be doing?"
Welcome to the Big Freakin' Health Coach Podcast, the fitness podcast where you get less of the abstract concepts that make us sound smart, and more of the real, actionable advise that will truly make a difference in your day-to-day fitness journey. In this week's episode, we welcome our VERY FIRST GUEST to the BFHC crew. A mutual client of both Big Freakin' Neil and Health Coach Cain, Shreyas Annapureddy sits down and talks with us about how he lost 100lbs and how his mindset and life have changed drastically as a result, as well as his uniquely sustainable approach to nutrition.
Welcome to the Big Freakin' Health Coach Podcast, the fitness podcast where you get less of the abstract concepts that make us sound smart, and more of the real, actionable advise that will truly make a difference in your day-to-day fitness journey. In this episode, we answer the internet's most pressing questions, including the likes of "What are your thoughts on popular network shows like American Ninja Warrior and the Titan Games?", "What is the greatest occupational hazard of being a personal trainer?", and "Why does running suck?"
Welcome to the Big Freakin' Health Coach Podcast, the fitness podcast where you get less of the abstract concepts that make us sound smart, and more of the real, actionable advise that will truly make a difference in your day-to-day fitness journey. In this episode, we talk about setting short-term, time-sensitive goals and how to go about preparing for a specific event. We've talked at length about building sustainable, long-term healthy habits, but sometimes our goals end up on more of a fixed timeline. How exactly does that change the process? Let's get into it.
Welcome to the Big Freakin' Health Coach Podcast, the fitness podcast where you get less of the abstract concepts that make us sound smart, and more of the real, actionable advise that will truly make a difference in your day-to-day fitness journey. In this episode, we answer the internet's most pressing questions, including the likes of "What kind of plant would you be?", "What's the best non-whey protein powder?", "How often should you train to failure?", and "Is protein powder really worth all that money?"
Welcome to the Big Freakin' Health Coach Podcast, the fitness podcast where you get less of the abstract concepts that make us sound smart, and more of the real, actionable advise that will truly make a difference in your day-to-day fitness journey. In this episode, we talk about types of progression that are most appropriate for INTERMEDIATE level lifters. We've covered beginner steps pretty extensively, so this particular topic is for those of you who are a step or two beyond the types of progression we've already talked about. Listen up and get ready to bust some PRs.
Welcome to the Big Freakin' Health Coach Podcast, the fitness podcast where you get less of the abstract concepts that make us sound smart, and more of the real, actionable advise that will truly make a difference in your day-to-day fitness journey. In this episode, we answer the internet's most pressing questions, including the likes of "What kind of pet would you be?", "What kind of dinosaur would you be?", "What is something most people don't know about you?", and "Are you a good cook?"
Welcome to the Big Freakin' Health Coach Podcast, the fitness podcast where you get less of the abstract concepts that make us sound smart, and more of the real, actionable advise that will truly make a difference in your day-to-day fitness journey. In this episode, we talk about the almighty SQUAT. What are the most important cues, what is the best squat variation for all levels of training experience, and how do you correct any issues you are already experiencing while squatting? News flash: there is no one-size-fits-all way to squat correctly. Let's talk about why that is.
Welcome to the Big Freakin' Health Coach Podcast, the fitness podcast where you get less of the abstract concepts that make us sound smart, and more of the real, actionable advise that will truly make a difference in your day-to-day fitness journey. In this episode, we answer the internet's most pressing questions, including the likes of "What is your favorite pre/post workout meal?", "Who inspires you?", "Is grip strength important for your deadlift?", and "What is your dream vacation?"
Welcome to the Big Freakin' Health Coach Podcast, the fitness podcast where you get less of the abstract concepts that make us sound smart, and more of the real, actionable advise that will truly make a difference in your day-to-day fitness journey. In this episode, we talk about the absolute best exercises that no one is doing. These are NOT the exercises you see plastered all over Instagram, they are not the sexiest or flashiest exercises out there, but they will all benefit you in massive ways. Check it out, take a listen, and start lifting.
Welcome to the Big Freakin' Health Coach Podcast, the fitness podcast where you get less of the abstract concepts that make us sound smart, and more of the real, actionable advise that will truly make a difference in your day-to-day fitness journey. In this episode, we talk about the lessons we've learned in our combined two decades in the fitness industry, both as coaches and as athletes. What are the things we wish we'd known when we first started out? And what can YOU take away from it to avoid making the same mistakes yourself?
Welcome to the Big Freakin' Health Coach Podcast, the fitness podcast where you get less of the abstract concepts that make us sound smart, and more of the real, actionable advise that will truly make a difference in your day-to-day fitness journey. In this episode, we talk about the "Big Four" of fad diets: intermittent fasting, keto, carnivore, and veganism. We'll explain if and why each of these diets works effectively for fat loss and give you our two cents on who - if anyone - should consider these diets a viable option and who should turn and run the other way.
Welcome to the Big Freakin' Health Coach Podcast, the fitness podcast where you get less of the abstract concepts that make us sound smart, and more of the real, actionable advise that will truly make a difference in your day-to-day fitness journey. In this episode, we answer the internet's most pressing questions, including the likes of "Have you ever tried intermittent fasting?", "What's the number one thing you wish everyone knew about fitness?", "Thoughts on fasted cardio/fasted training?", and "What is the snack that you have zero percent self control with?"
Welcome to the Big Freakin' Health Coach Podcast, the fitness podcast where you get less of the abstract concepts that make us sound smart, and more of the real, actionable advise that will truly make a difference in your day-to-day fitness journey. In this episode, we talk about the buzzword-y expression "love the process," what it REALLY means, why it's ACTUALLY important, and three super practical steps that will take you there every time.
Welcome to the Big Freakin' Health Coach Podcast, the fitness podcast where you get less of the abstract concepts that make us sound smart, and more of the real, actionable advise that will truly make a difference in your day-to-day fitness journey. In this episode, we answer the internet's most pressing questions, including the likes of "What do you do when you feel like you're not making any progress?", "Which of you would win in an eating contest?", "What would you want your gym to be like?", and many more.
Welcome to the Big Freakin' Health Coach Podcast, the fitness podcast where you get less of the abstract concepts that make us sound smart, and more of the real, actionable advise that will truly make a difference in your day-to-day fitness journey. In this episode, we talk about why strength is absolutely EVERYTHING and why phrases like "functional training" and "functional strength" are so often misunderstood and - frankly - straight up abused.
Welcome to the Big Freakin' Health Coach Podcast, the fitness podcast where you get less of the abstract concepts that make us sound smart, and more of the real, actionable advise that will truly make a difference in your day-to-day fitness journey. In this episode, we answer some of the internet's most pressing questions, including, "What's your favorite color?", "Sweet potatoes or rice?", "What are your morning/night routines?", and more.
Welcome to the Big Freakin' Health Coach Podcast, the fitness podcast where you get less of the abstract concepts that make us sound smart, and more of the real, actionable advise that will truly make a difference in your day-to-day fitness journey. In this episode, we go over the three great supplements we recommend for clients, plus three that are a complete waste of your money.
Welcome to the Big Freakin' Health Coach Podcast, the fitness podcast where you get less of the abstract concepts that make us sound smart, and more of the real, actionable advise that will truly make a difference in your day-to-day fitness journey. In this episode, we answer Instagram's most earnest questions, including the likes of "Would you rather train forearms or calves?", "What time of day are you at your strongest?", "How does lack of sleep affect you personally while working out?", and more.
Welcome to the Big Freakin' Health Coach Podcast, the fitness podcast where you get less of the abstract concepts that make us sound smart, and more of the real, actionable advise that will truly make a difference in your day-to-day fitness journey. In this episode, we go over the ultimate fat loss quadfecta - nutrition, resistance training, recovery, and cardio - and the ins and outs of each. Before we dive into that, we also announce a brand new, super exciting weekly segment and Big Freakin' Neil makes a big freakin' announcement regarding his current training goals.
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