Blue Collar Fitness

Hosts Connor and Josh talk to Dr. Mike Israetel who is the co-founder of Renaissance Periodization and Team Full ROM, Professor at Lehman College, PhD in Sport Physiology from East Tennessee State University, Jiu Jitsu Brown belt, and NPC Bodybuilder. Time Stamps: Introduction.-(01:00) Dr. Mike's funniest moment making a training video!-(02:04) Mike's process to attain his PhD.-(05:04) Sub-Analysis of college athletes.-(12:36) Sprinters and sport science.-(21:11) Majin Vegeta and Michael Jordan.-(24:03) Ben Patrick and knees over toes.-(27:18) Sled work for knee pain?-(34:41) Needs Analysis 101.-(38:03) Stimulus-to-Fatigue explained.-(41:30) Reps In Reserve(RIR).-(47:41) IFBB Pro advice.-(52:08) Dr. Mike's Jiu Jitsu and Bodybuilding combo.-(1:00:09) Josh's question about balancing PhD and a bodybuilding show.-(1:14:49) What Dr. Mike has coming up on the horizon.-(1:21:01) Jiu Jitsu and Fight talk.-(1:25:58) Reach Dr. MIke: https://rpstrength.com/team-member/mike-israetel-phd https://www.instagram.com/drmikeisraetel/?hl=en Blue Collar Fitness Podcast: https://bluecollarfitnesspodcast.com/ https://www.instagram.com/bluecollarfitness.podcast/

In this episode Connor and Josh talk with Adam Schafer about various ways to scale your Personal Training business such as adding value to your clients, online training, memberships, programs and MUCH MORE. There's also wise words of advice from Adam on how to be a leader and be successful. Adam is the perfect example of a successful personal trainer as he has trained over 1000+ people and had the ability to afford his own house in his early 20's. He is certified in IFPA, NSCF, and NESTA. Adam Schafer is also an IFBB Men's Physique PRO and is a host on the podcast MINDPUMP, which is the #1 fitness podcast in the world. His goal is to "Bridge the gap between wellness and performance". Adam loves real estate and property investment but most importantly his family; his wife Katrina and son Max. Enjoy! Time stamps: What was Adam's most Awkward Client and Mindpump Fan interaction?-(02:39) How can fitness professionals become rich by scaling their personal training business?-(08:19) How Adam and Mindpump promote their programs to make the most sales.-(19:56) Pursuing a pro card was a means to an end. -(37:00) What does becoming a LEADER mean to Adam? Given his background of a troubled household where he was forced to step up.-(48:55) Nobody should affect you emotionally, DEEP rooted insecurities.-(54:00) What's Adam has coming up on the horizon!!!-(57:45) Adam loves MINDPUMP Investments.-(61:15) Connor's proposal to Adam...(62:25) Reach Adam at: https://www.instagram.com/mindpumpadam/?hl=en Listen to Adam's podcast MINDPUMP: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mind-pump-raw-fitness-truth/id954100822?mt=2 Bio: https://www.mindpumpmedia.com/adam-bio Buy MINDPUMP Programs: https://www.mindpumpmedia.com/maps-fitness-products Buy BLUE COLLAR FITNESS PODCAST Programs: https://bluecollarfitnesspodcast.com/programs/

Connor and Josh discuss knees over toes training techniques, research, and how Dr. Brian Ziegler got to where he is now. Brian Ziegler is Physio-therapist, cyclist and ATG Practitioner. He currently lives in California practicing out of Keizer Permanente and works with "Knees Over Toes Guy" Ben Patrick on research for continuing to resolve knee pain and other common issues through exercise. Time Stamps: -Intro. (00:00-02:00) -How Brian got started in Physical Therapy? (03:40) -Backward Walking Cures KNEE PAIN. (42:45) Find Dr. Brian Ziegler: https://www.instagram.com/the_atg_clinician/

Today hosts Connor Burton and Josh Sargeant talk to Athletic Trainer Guido Van Ryssegem about how he got to where is now. Guido Van Ryssegem is owner and co-founder of Safe Recovery, LLC. He has been in clinical practice for 30+ years and has been working in the strength and conditioning arena for 35 years. Guido is a practitioner, professional faculty and guest presenter at Oregon State University, and has published in the Asian Journal of Martial Arts, Clinical Kinesiology and the International Journal Of Sports Physical Therapy. Guido is also a guest presenter for the University of Oregon, Western Oregon University, Athletes Performance -EXOS, Perform Better and the National Personal Trainers Institute, and other institutions. He has practiced for the Kansas City Royals, Texas Rangers and the Baltimore Orioles. His expertise extends to his own Kinetic Integrations Exercise Specialist Certification (KIEP). He is a board certified Athletic Trainer (ATC), Registered Nurse (RN) and Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) while also certified by the National Board of Fitness Examiners (NBFE). -Intro. (00:00) -Who is Guido Van Ryssegem and how did his journey start? (02:55) Find Guido: https://www.kineticintegrations.com/ Guido's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vanryssegem/

In this episode Blue Collar Fitness hosts Connor Burton and Josh Sargeant sit down with Dr. Kyle Gillett Medical Director of Marek Health and college park functional medicine. He practices True Preventative medicine and Evidence-based practice for his patients while always prioritizing Health and longevity. He earned his medical degree at the University of Kansas school of medicine and additionally practiced at Cox family medicine. Today's topics range from why blood testing is important for anyone to how to apply synthetic hormones properly. Introducing Dr. Kyle Gillett! - (00:00-01:45) Dr. Kyle explains how he got into Family Medicine. -(01:45) What to look for in taking on a new patient. -(03:39) Preventing diseases by looking at risk factors. -(05:18) Frequent Comprehensive Labs for preventing diseases and death. -(07:10) How often to get blood work for Enhanced Bodybuilders. -(09:22) Blood labs for blasting and cruising; high tide & low tide. -(10:35) Runner's heart. -(12:00) Super TRT Assessments, IGF1 and it's enhancing properties. -(14:19) Metformin Mechanisms of action, and it's impact on IGF1. -(17:45) Cell turnover & Telomeres. -(19:32) SSRI's and Anti-Depressants. -(21:35) How Exercise Boosts Dopamine and Serotonin. -(23:50) HCG and Clomid for bodybuilders post cycle therapy. -(26:32) PCT for Fertility. -(27:48) NAC over the counter? -(30:39) How much dosage for NAC and Taurine? -(31:23) NEW INFORMATION HCG & HMG. (31:58) GNRH in relation to FSH & LH. -(36:00) Blood pressure, hematocrit, hemoglobin, lifting. -(38:40) Recommended blood testing for general population? -(40:17) Nutrient Partitioning and walking post meal. -(41:18-43:00) SLEEP. -(43:24) Thyroid Medications. -(45:27) Natural supplements for thyroid optimization. -(47:50) Safe Dose for DNP?-(51:39-54:45) What's on the horizon for Dr. Kyle? -(54:45) Reach Dr. Kyle here: https://linktr.ee/Kylegillettmd Marek Health: https://marekhealth.com/links/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kylegillettmd/

In this episode Josh and Connor will go through the basic steps you need to do a cut in 14 weeks. This transformation focuses on nutrition as well as guidelines for exercise as well. Find out all you need to know about macros, choosing the right foods, how to shed fat, and MUCH MORE!

In this episode Josh and Connor interview Stu Sutherland and Ashley Hauser who are a couple who recently competed in a bodybuilding competition together; Stu recently won the overall Emerald Cup as an open bodybuilder which means he now is qualified to compete at a national level show. We discuss what his next big move is and how this couple got through a bodybuilding prep without ripping each other's head off. Enjoy the show! Ashley's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashleyy_hauser/ (https://www.instagram.com/ashleyy_hauser/) Stu's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beef_stu_97/ (https://www.instagram.com/beef_stu_97/)

In this episode Connor, Josh, Trevor and Dave talk about fitness in the news starting with Thor's(Chris Hemsworth) training Instagram post and training program then share techniques on how to build your hamstrings and different sections of your back. Our Client Review of Hypertrophy Program! -(01:11) Fitness in the News: Thor (Chris Hemsworth). -(09:54) Thor has no calves. (10:30) Personal Development. (16:12) Josh saw a ghost. - (19:14) Posterior Chain. - (30:39) Why and how Hamstrings compliment Glutes? - (34:34) How to build great Hammies with these exercises. - (39:58) Question by Doctor Jeff from Will Power Gym: How can I build different sections of my back and Lats? - (49:16) Dad Joke of the day (DJOTD)! - (1:00:24) Happy Birthday to our friend Nolan! - (1:01:36) OUTRO. - (1:02:54) Learn how to work your Posterior Chain here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeqKWpu1yi5_nCRZzIWlFWg/playlists START YOUR FITNESS PROGRAM HERE: https://bluecollarfitnesspodcast.com/

In this episode Josh, Connor, Trevor, and Dave sit down and talk about 21 reasons why you're not going to the gym. The Blue Collar Fitness team begin with fitness in the news and talk about the New York Pro and other topics then dive right into the 21 excuses to avoid getting your workout in. (01:00)- LIfe updates: (05:05)- Fitness in the news: (10:35)-Our Sponsor: ANDROGENIXSOLUTIONS https://androgenixsolutions.com/ Blue Collar Job You think you need a fully equipped gym Unnecessary spending on clothes etc.  Transportation Scared/Intimidated Pets Kids Spouse doesn't support you going to the gym Too tired from work Think it'll make you bulky Afraid to get judged Don't like crowds Don't know what to do  Most ridiculous excuse we've heard from past clients Ridiculous client excuse #2 Ridiculous client excuse #3 You find the gym boring Disability or injury Gyms closed? Create your home gym with our At Home workout program Bad weather keeps you from walking to the gym traffic?! For help on accountability for your fitness journey reach us on: https://bluecollarfitnesspodcast.com/ (Blue Collar Fitness Podcast) The At-Home Workout Challenge begins June 6th, click here to join! https://daveshepp.ck.page/at-home-workout-challenge (At Home Workout Challenge)

In this Episode we discuss the best ways to get bigger and better shaped arms. Listen in for simple tips that have worked for us and our clients.  Arnold Classic Update! (05:14) Conor Murphy eating human fieces? (08:10) Dragon Ball Super Manga. (23:00) Curls for Biceps (32:00) Tricep Pressdowns and angles (33:58) Arms made easy Chronic Dehydration client story? (42:50) How to build Your Arm Program. (46:10) Listener Question: Evan Curry. (49:54) Find our programs for bigger arms: https://bluecollarfitnesspodcast.com/

In this episode Connor, Dave, Josh, and Trevor interview Lee Priest who is a retired Australian Professional Bodybuilder known for having "Best Arms in Bodybuilding History", actor, drag racer, father, author of "Believe In Yourself" and is now offering coaching services, training programs, and apparel via his new business Lee Priest Cartel. We talked about a reoccurring theme of honesty and believing in yourself. First we talked to Lee about his favorite superheros from superman to the punisher, then shared his stories in competitive bodybuilding, talking steroids with young lifters, his honest upbringing, being banned from IFBB, drag racing, growing up with a homosexual father, consistency and passion in the gym, Gold's vs World's Gym in the 90's, and advice on bodybuilding prep for Connor. This episode goes down as one of the funniest of all time. Time Stamps: Welcome, all the way from Australia, the Blonde Myth...Lee Priest! which superhero would you be?(2:10) 97' Olympia. (4:00) Paul Dillet choked Wayne DeMelia. (4:35-4:45) Lee Priest humor. (6:47) Lee versus Flex Lewis. (9:20) Would Flex beat Big Ramy?(10:47) Would Lee change his past training based on what he knows now? (12:31) Drug Talk w/ Kids. (15:00) Tom Platz Steroids Interview. (16:30) Lee's only missed 180 days of workouts in 35 years of lifting. (20:20) Mike 'O Hearn. (Tren)(20:20) Trevor touches on instant gratification. Not like that, not in a dirty way.(24:40) Connor asks how Lee's upbringing made him Honest.(27:20) Funny joke. (29:00) Lee's dad was Gay.(30:00) Funny joke. (31:00) Josh asks about IFBB and Muscle Tech controversy. (31:40) Lee cannot be paid to lie. (32:50) Mental Hamster. (34:09) IFBB Ban Story and PDI. (36:10) Gold vs. World's Gym with Arnold. (41:40) Cameraderie. (45:15) Shawn Ray. (49:38) Lee's advice for Connor. (52:38) Believe in Yourself. (52:38) What's on the horizon for Lee Priest? (1:09:10) Funny Moments. (1:11:35) Lee tried on some masks! (1:12:40) Train with Lee: https://leepriest.co/ Read Believe In Yourself: https://www.amazon.com/Believe-Yourself-Lee-Priest-Story/dp/0473550369/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?dchild=1&keywords=Believe+in+Yourself+Lee+Priest+9780473549824&qid=1618966634&s=books&sr=1-1-fkmr0 Get a Lee Priest t-Shirt or Poster: https://linktr.ee/LeePriest Reach Blue Collar Fitness: https://bluecollarfitnesspodcast.com/ People Mentioned: -Mike O'Hearn -Arnold Schwarzenegger -Paul Dillet -Flex Lewis -Big Ramy -Ian Valliere -Wayne DeMilia -Patrick Tour

"Remember to conduct yourself in life as if at a banquet. As something being passed around comes to you, reach out your hand and take a moderate helping. Does it pass you by? Don't stop it. It hasn't yet come? Don't burn in desire for it, but wait until it arrives in front of you. Act this way with children, a spouse, toward position, with wealth-one day it will make you WORTHY of a banquet with the gods." -Epictetus, Enchiridion, 15 The Daily Stoic -by Ryan Holiday Lessons Learned: Gratitude Enjoying the present moment Avoiding Gluttony Selflessness Charity

In this episode Connor, Josh, Dave and Trevor interview Mark Bell, who is a father, husband, powerlifter, inventor of the Sling Shot, owner of Super Training Gym, author of the War On Carbs and People's Coach to thousands, talking about World Carnivore Month (January), How to be AUTHENTIC, His influence getting John Cena into professional wrestling, getting stronger made simple, Mark's mother being his #1 Fan and inspiration, the NEW INVENTION he has in the works, his own Blue Collar Fitness idea for us, and MUCH MORE.  World Carnivore Month. (02:46) Can Carnivore/Keto help your family? (08:16) How to be AUTHENTIC. (13:58) Mark influenced John Cena to do Professional Wrestling. (20:10) WithInYou. (26:28) How to increase your bench by Mark. (31:26) How does Mark train himself. (39:09) Trevor talks on soreness, fatigue, and gym routines. (46:03) What happens if you press on the gas pedal more often? (47: 49) Dieting is really really hard, but you know what's harder? (50:39) How we can be successful as a fitness podcast. (54:09) Mark asks us our 2021 goals. (1:01:14) How to be self-sufficient and observe goals before they're met. (1:02:59) Blue Collar Fitness idea from Mark...quite literally. (1:07:25) What's next in 2021? (1:09:31) Rosemary Bell. (1:11:12) Steak Shake. (1:17:34) Check Out Mark Bell's podcast The Power Project: https://lnk.to/PowerProjectPodcast (https://lnk.to/PowerProjectPodcast) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mark-bells-power-project/id1341346059#episodeGuid=42bb0c93-837e-4fab-a409-910dcf03b6e0 (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mark-bells-power-project/id1341346059#episodeGuid=42bb0c93-837e-4fab-a409-910dcf03b6e0) Mark's Training Products & Biography: https://markbellslingshot.com/ (https://markbellslingshot.com/) Begin Your Fitness Journey: https://bluecollarfitnesspodcast.com/

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In this episode the Connor, Josh, Trevor, and Dave talk rest and recovery for blue collar workers, morning workouts for them early birds, why you should you approach workout sessions with a plan, why you would need to workout everyday, how long you should workout for, why vary your workouts to see results, how to get a 6-pack, and the NEW Hypertrophy Program! 1 Month until Trevor's Wedding. (01:00) Q#1: How do you get proper rest and recovery as a blue collar worker? (02:27) Blue collar work story from Josh. (07:39) Inauguration. (12:49) Q#2: Do I need to workout everyday? (18:35) Q#3: How long do I need to workout for? (22:00) Q#4: Do I need to vary my workouts to see results? (26:00) Munchies story! (31:46) New Hypertrophy Program! (36:48) Reach Blue Collar Fitness at: https://bluecollarfitnesspodcast.com/ Connor Burton: https://connorburtontraining.com/ Josh Sargeant: http://joshsargeant.com/ Dave Shepp: https://www.davesheppconsulting.com/

In this episode we talk Ian Russi, who is the Portland Timbers Performance Coach, about his experiences at Oregon State University with the Sports Performance Center, Youth Academy w/ the Timbers and seeing young athletes become pro, fascinating techniques, inspirational quotes and MUCH MORE. Ian Russi has been the professional performance coach for the Portland Timbers for 4 years and has contributed his talents in movement preparation to the younger generation in is Youth Academy. Ian gained knowledge working as Sports Performance Specialist at OSU and at EXOS. His company Vita Athlete is providing training content for big time athletes and house moms alike.

In this episode the guys go around and share New Year's Resolutions, How the NEW At Home Workout Program helped their clients, shaving backs in bodybuilding, a new seminar at Kabuki Strength gym, Trevor's Wedding, & MUCH MORE At Home Workout & Our Clients' Results. (01:43) Josh's New Year's Resolutions. (08:54) Connor's New Year's Resolutions. (10:43) Josh shaved Connor's back?? (13:35) Connor got hit on during a photoshoot? (15:15) Trevor's New Year's Resolutions. (17:24) Trevor's Hollistic Coaching. (20:45) NEW Hypertrophy Program. (25:46) Dave's New Year's Resolutions. (35:21) Josh's Mom does not have Cancer! (39:23) Kabuki Education Seminar for trainers with Guests Dr. Mike Israetel, Guido Van Ryssegem, and Joe DeFranco. (40:23) COVID vs WEDDING..who wins? (44:15) Purchase NEW Blue Collar Fitness Program Here: https://daveshepp.ck.page/products/bcf-at-home-workout-program People & Events Mentioned: Chris Duffin: https://kabukistrength.com/chris-duffin-bio/ Dr. Mike Israetel: https://renaissanceperiodization.com/team-member/dr-mike-israetel Guido Van Ryssegem: https://www.facebook.com/vanryssg https://www.kineticintegrations.com/ Joe DeFranco: https://www.defrancostraining.com/about/ Borce Atanasov: http://borceatanasov.com/about/ https://nxtlevel.fitness/pages/borce-atanasov Event Coming Up: https://www.kabukieducationweek.com/

In this episode Josh, Dave, Trevor, and Connor interview D1 Sports Performance Coach Izzy Batayola on how playing Softball at Oregon State University formed her passion for Strength & Conditioning, how she became a mentor to many and why she chooses her mentors, behind the scenes stories of college athletes, Izzy's success as a female in a male-dominated field, lifting philosophy, dealing with psychological issues for young athletes, favorite books and podcasts, & MUCH MORE.  Coaching at the D1 level Challenges working in a male-dominated industry some things you would tell yourself as a young athlete or coach Inspirations and mentors How has playing softball been a formative experience for your life? Did your passion for strength and conditioning and Olympic weightlifting stem from playing softball for OSU? If so what's your favorite aspect? How would people who are non-athletes or general population benefit from exercises like medicine ball throws or tosses?

Update on Connor's bodybuilding lifestyle diets Overcoming obstacles Trevor's Triumphs Dave and personal power Josh managed to overcome all odds and achieve his goals QUESTION #1: by Emily Lennay. (45:14 QUESTION #2: by Jessica Ashman. (46:21)

In this episode the guys talk about their favorite shows to watch during shutdown and why, where you can get resistance bands to stay fit during shutdown, and the ins and outs of the Blue Collar Fitness App and how it's helped a lot of people, Trevor's wedding, health choices at home, ass program, and MUCH MORE. Movies. (3:20) Dave is making gains. (7:15) Working out on our Blue Collar Fitness App. (15:00) Arnold Schwarzenegger and how he sold weight belts back in the 70's. (19:00) How to do pullups RIGHT at home. (27:00) Workouts at home. (40:00) Words of wisdom. by Trevor. (58:00)

In this episode Connor, Josh, Dave and Trevor interview Dr. Mike Israetel who has a PhD in Sport Physiology and is the co-owner and Chief Sport Scientist of one of the most successful training and nutrition coaching companies, Renaissance Periodization. He as authored many books on training, nutrition, and recovery. His new book is coming out called Scientific Principles of Hypertrophy Training in a few weeks. He is also a former professor of Exercise and Sport Science, and the Strength and Hypertrophy program at Lehman College, and has taught several classes at multiple universities for Nutrition for Public Health, Advanced Sports Nutrition and Exercise, and Nutrition and Behavior. Originally from Moscow, Russia, he worked as a consultant on Sports Nutrition to the U.S. Olympic Training Site in Johnson City, TN. He has spoke at numerous scientific and performance/health conferences worldwide and the U.S. Olympic Training Center in Lake Placid, NY. Dr. Mike Israetel has coached numerous athletes and busy professionals in both diet and weight training, and is himself a competitive bodybuilder and professional Jiu Jitsu grappler. Topics covered: Who is your favorite Dragon Ball Z character and why? (02:09) How Dr. Mike got to his level of success. (03:44) Russian Blood. (09:25) Programming for Beginners vs Intermediates vs Advanced? (11:10) MEV, RPE and RiR(Reps in Reserve). (18:20) New Book Alert: Scientific Principles of Hypertrophy Training. (27:28) Grad School Advice for Josh? (28:30) Renaissance Periodization. How it started? (30:23) Jiu Jitsu and Mike's Personal Story. (40:44) Super Sports Supps and how to adjust your training? (49:02) What's next on the horizon for Dr. Mike Israetel? (53:52) Find Dr. Mike Israetel: https://promo.rpstrength.com/hypertrophy-by-mike/ https://renaissanceperiodization.com/team-member/dr-mike-israetel Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rpdrmike/ Watch his YouTube Videos: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfQgsKhHjSyRLOp9mnffqVg Find his Books: Get Scientific Principles of Hypertrophy Training by Jan. 1 https://www.amazon.com/Scientific-Principles-Strength-Training-Israetel/dp/148359548X/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&qid=1605923551&refinements=p_27%3ADr.+Mike+Israetel&s=books&sr=1-2 Other books: https://www.amazon.com/Books-Dr-Mike-Israetel/s?rh=n%3A283155%2Cp_27%3ADr.+Mike+Israetel

Mouss Elbakkouchi, owner of WillPower Gym, comes into the Blue Collar studio this episode. The guys reminisce on the old classic times of bodybuilding as well as talk about whats missing in current gyms. Mouss talks about his humble upbringing in France where he struggled and yet worked hard and made his success in bodybuilding and eventually came to America to pursue his dreams. He has over 25 years of international experience in the fitness and bodybuilding industry and has achieved titles as a World Champion in Bodybuilding and 2012 Overall Winner of the Emerald Cup.  (01:33)-5 Weeks out from Amateur Olympia (04:30)-Bone on Bone Injury won't stop Mouss! (06:36)-How he got started in Bodybuilding and being Homeless (09:30)- How many times has Mouss watched Pumping Iron with Arnold Schwarzenegger? (10;12)- How was preparing for your first show? (11:08)- Parabolin in France? Nectar of the Gods super supplement. (16:30)-His relationship with Matt Porter. (43:36)-How Mouss began WillPower Gym. (1:01:07)-Advice for young lifters. Find Mouss at: https://www.willpowergympdx.com/mouss/ Blue Collar Fitness

In this episode everyone calls in remotely for a fun conversation on life updates and books that'll rock your world. Life updates What's Dave doing? Trevor Josh Connor apparently has a girlfriend Books we are currently reading

In this episode Connor, Josh, Trevor, and Dave talk to Mark Bell who is a father, husband, powerlifter, inventor of the Sling Shot, and People's Coach to thousands. We talk to him about legendary poop stories, morning routines at 4am, Stoicism and not reacting emotionally but logically, the power of leaning into your strengths like Mark did with encouragement from his mother, the West Side stories with Louie Simmons, Ed Coan, and what new products Mark has in store for us & MUCH MORE. (02:18) Best Shit story. (05:10) Morning Routines. (08:22) Everything is up to interpretation. (15:54) Equanimity. (20:40) West Side Power Lifting & Ed Coan. (27:39) Bigger, Stronger, Faster. (48:01) War On Carbs. (54:38)- NEW Product and brand "WithinYou" Mark Bell:  Instagram: https://instagram.com/marksmellybell?igshid=1g1dh5arq843c (https://instagram.com/marksmellybell?igshid=1g1dh5arq843c) Mark's Podcast:  Mark Bells Power Project https://lnk.to/PowerProjectPodcast (https://lnk.to/PowerProjectPodcast) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mark-bells-power-project/id1341346059#episodeGuid=42bb0c93-837e-4fab-a409-910dcf03b6e0 (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mark-bells-power-project/id1341346059#episodeGuid=42bb0c93-837e-4fab-a409-910dcf03b6e0) Mark's Training Products & Biography: https://markbellslingshot.com/ (https://markbellslingshot.com/) People Mentioned: Ed Coan https://instagram.com/eddycoan?igshid=1w01fcla9yawq (https://instagram.com/eddycoan?igshid=1w01fcla9yawq) Louie Simmons https://www.westside-barbell.com/pages/about-us (https://www.westside-barbell.com/pages/about-us) Mike O'Hearn https://instagram.com/mikeohearn?igshid=4ix2w00i9n8b (https://instagram.com/mikeohearn?igshid=4ix2w00i9n8b) Chris Bell https://instagram.com/bigstrongfast?igshid=2esu39x2ygm (https://instagram.com/bigstrongfast?igshid=2esu39x2ygm) For more questions and Online Fitness Coaching: https://bluecollarfitnesspodcast.com/

In this episode we discuss regenerative medicine for youth and Anti-aging, Bio-Hacking, and MUCH MORE. Dr. Drew Timmermans is an Naturopathic Doctor. "Insanely passionate about helping you resolve pain using non-surgical regenerative methods in chronic pain." (00:01) Introducing Dr. Drew Timmermans. Dr. Drew Timmermans: https://regenerativeperformance.com/dr-timmermans/ Instagram: regenerativeperformance

In this episode Josh, Connor, Trevor, and Dave talk about the Blue Collar Fitness App and how the Booty Builder will change lives, Trevor and Yana's marriage, and our life updates. Programming App. (00:48) Long Distance Relationship Perspective. (4:21) Mouss El Bakkouchi is an excellent coach for bodybuilding and owns Will Power Gym. (20:50) Trevor went hunting. (37:15) Online Fitness Coaching FOR YOU: https://bluecollarfitnesspodcast.com/ People Mentioned: Mouss El Bakkouchi. mouss.elbakkouchi@yahoo.fr facebook.com/MoussMegatron

In this episode Connor, Josh, Trevor, and Dave interview Adam Schafer from Mind Pump, the #1 Fitness Podcast in the World, about the famous Squat 'n' Scroll technique, scaling your personal training business, how to eat healthy, developing leadership skills & MUCH MORE. Squat 'n' Scroll Explained. (1:13) How Adam doesn't use Tech while eating. (3:23) Paul Chek and Mindfulness. (6:25) IFYM and Diets. (8:24) Personal Trainers & scalability. (21:59) How to build strong chemistry between podcast hosts. (39:58) Adversity at a young age fueled Adam to develop leadership skills. (45:45) Adam explains how he would create hardships for his son Max to develop character. (51:31) Listen to Adam on Mind Pump: https://mindpumppodcast.com Learn more about Adam: https://www.mindpumpmedia.com/adam-bio MindPump Resources: https://www.mindpumpmedia.com MindPump MAPS Fitness Products/Programs https://www.mindpumpmedia.com/maps-fitness-individual-programs

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In this episode Josh, Connor, Trevor, and Dave talk to Arie Yraguen, managing partner of Androgenix Solutions, about Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy, Testosterone, Optimizing Your Hormones and Why getting your blood work done is important. Arie competed in many classic physique bodybuilding competitions and is also working with @idealnutrionnow and @androgenix_advanced_health. (00:30) Arie Yraguen. Managing Partner of https://androgenixsolutions.com (https://androgenixsolutions.com) (2:54) Blood Work: What do you look for in a blood test? (4:30) Sex Hormone Binding Globulin (8:33) Josh explains Endogenous Testosterone and YOUR BALLS (12:16) What to expect and what avenue to take for getting your labs done? (16:45) Connor asks about getting horny off Fenugreek and injectable vitamins benefits. (18:28) Common Symptoms fixed by B Vitamins (20:54) Dave asks about Testosterone in your 50's. (22:37) Stigma of taking Testosterone (30:40) Post Menopausal (33:55) Why Young Females would get Blood Work. (35:00) Arie explains fitness enhancement with Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy! (39:45) Josh uses peptide therapy for his hip reconstruction. (45:12) Bodybuilding talk & Charles Glass trained Arie at Gold's Gym.  (47:28) Arie did USA Nationals in Classic Physique Bodybuilding (57:15) What's the process of getting into HRT? Contact Arie on Instagram: @arie_yraguen Resources: -https://androgenixsolutions.com (https://androgenixsolutions.com) -https://www.idealnutritionsofla.com (https://www.idealnutritionsofla.com)

In this episode Connor, Josh, Trevor and Dave sit down with Professional Bikini Competitor Alyssa Blessing who gives her insight on finding the right bodybuilding coach, bikini competitions for woman, lessons learned from the U.S. Marine Core, motivation versus discipline, sexism, steroids, her understanding of psychology and getting her clients in shape, and MUCH MORE. (2:42) Lessons learned as an IFBB Bikini Pro (8:55)  Do you think balance at the top of any sport is possible? (10:37) Advice for Connor on becoming a Pro (11:53) How to find a bodybuilding coach? (21:23) Connor's girlfriend wants to do Bikini (27:17) What is Alyssa's post show rebound diet for her clients? (31:34) How big of an impact do you think having a background like that was on your IFBB Pro Journey?  (33:14) Motivation or Discipline? (36:00) Alyssa experienced sexism and triumph in the Marines.  (40:00) How do you get up when knocked down? (43:12) Start Naturally or Steroids? (46:42) Anabolic Steroids 101 (50:17) Alyssa's Holistic Vision for her website alyssabfit.com (52:20) Cascade Culinary Institute School Contact Alyssa Blessing at: alyssabfit.com alyssa_blessing on Instagram Ablessingfitness@gmail.com

In this episode Connor, Josh, Trevor, and Dave sit down with Eric Weiss who is a successful businessman, former professional cheerleader, and personal trainer; topics discussed are life, relationships, how to sell, podcasting, nutropics, workout supplements and much more. How Eric and Josh began with Blue Collar Fitness. (1:21) Eric's current training program. (13:28) Total Body Transformantion by Blue Collar Fitness. (32:59) Josh got his CSCS Certification! (53:44) What's on the horizon for Eric? (58:31) Reach us on https://bluecollarfitnesspodcast.com/host-recommendations/ for YOUR Questions on Fitness, Nutrition and Supplement Recommendations.

In this episode the Blue Collar Fitness crew list 10 tips to get lean and stay lean, explaining how counting and tracking calories is important, how to exercise right, reduce stress, and much more. [04:37] #1 Track Your Food [07:13]#2 Resistance Training/Start Lifting Weights [08:33]#3 Caloric Deficit or Caloric Surplus [11:14]#4 Forgiveness [12:43]#5 Decrease Stress [13:55]#6 Eat None/Less Processed Junk [15:39]#7 Lifestyle/Habit/Environment Change [16:37]#8 Macronutrient and Calorie Counting [22:15]#9 Find a Diet You Can MAINTAIN [23:13]#10 Track Activity Level AND Water [50:15] NEW APP COMING SOON ASK YOUR QUESTIONS/CONTACT US: https://bluecollarfitnesspodcast.com

How Rob got into fitness and training. (1:00) ROTC training in 7th grade? (2:30) Rugby and Mixed Martial Arts. (8:37) Lessons learned from Military training. (11:15) Awareness. (22:18) How he got into Functional Range Conditioning. (24:00) Stretch as much as you Contract.(30:18) Physical Education in school. (33:00) Rob's philosophy for training seminars. (47:00) Balancing family, relationships, and your career. (58:00)

Special Guest IFBB Pro Dane Tufford shares his knowledge and love of Professional Bodybuilding. This episode is REAL and UNEDITED! We talk about it all. Enjoy.

”Get to know us”. - In the episode we talk about our WHY! In this episode Josh, Connor, Trevor and Dave interview each other for the WHY in starting this podcast. Connor Burton. (1:25) Bodybuilding Dreams. (7:12) Dave Shepp. (12:35) Rough upbringing. (19:12) Trevor Powers. (35:00) Trevor's WHY. (37:41) Josh Sargeant. (56:12) Vision for washed up meatheads. (56:47)

In this Episode Josh, Connor, Trevor, and Dave interview Kyle Bangen, Sports Performance Supervisor for SAM Elite at Samaritan Athletic Medicine in Corvallis, Oregon, about how SAM Elite started, how Kyle found his road to his current position in Strength & Conditioning, lessons from Kyle on being successful in Graduate School, starting out with Hockey, ice skating, volunteering & More.  Our guest Kyle Bangen. (00:49) Connor asks about SAM Elite philosophy & culture. (4:20) Career road map. (8:00) Dressing room workouts in British Columbia? (10:37) Resources for minimalist training? (13:38) Conscious Coaching by Brett Bartholomew. (15:01) Functional Movement Systems. (18:37) Precision Nutrition at Michigan Tech. (27:54) Josh is going to this University for his Masters Degree. (29:36) Kyle's advice for Josh on Graduate School. (30:31) Hockey & teaching ice skating at Miami University. (34:40) How to stay within your scope of practice. (39:29) Josh asks about the best rehabilitation resources. (41:36) Kyle spoke at an NSCA Conference. (47:33) Contact Kyle at kbangen@samhealth.org (50:02) Connor's Internship with Kyle. (53:56) Resources & Links http://www.thesam.com (www.thesam.com) Kyle and SAM Elite's Exercise Demo Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHGgy4X8ubKDJd-qoFuhodg/about (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHGgy4X8ubKDJd-qoFuhodg/about) Kyle's email: kbangen@samhealth.org Kyle's Website: https://bangenathleticdevelopment.wordpress.com (https://bangenathleticdevelopment.wordpress.com) https://www.strengthcoach.com (https://www.strengthcoach.com) https://www.functionalmovement.com (https://www.functionalmovement.com) Conscious Coaching: https://read.amazon.com/kp/embed?asin=B06XJ5V55X&preview=newtab&linkCode=kpe&ref_=cm_sw_r_kb_dp_uL1gFbCW0CS0K (https://read.amazon.com/kp/embed?asin=B06XJ5V55X&preview=newtab&linkCode=kpe&ref_=cm_sw_r_kb_dp_uL1gFbCW0CS0K) https://bangenathleticdevelopment.wordpress.com (https://bangenathleticdevelopment.wordpress.com) People Mentioned:  https://brettbartholomew.net (https://brettbartholomew.net) https://www.bodybyboyle.com (https://www.bodybyboyle.com) http://danjohn.net (http://danjohn.net) https://ericcressey.com (https://ericcressey.com)

08: In this episode Hosts Josh, Connor, Trevor, and Dave interview Coach Michael Johnson who runs sports performance at Oregon State University about his experiences training athletes, the path to becoming a D1 strength & conditioning coach, lessons for finding mentors in your career, unconventional training, gymnastic recovery, Strength & Conditioning resources and coaches to learn from, and cool apps for measuring your performance.  Josh introduces our guest Michael Johnson! (00:25) How to become a D1 Strength & Conditioning Coach? (3:12) Graduate Assistants live in the weight room...literally. (6:52) How Mike has adapted to the new policies at OSU. (13:09) Movement Quality vs. Chasing numbers. (19:30) Strength or Conditioning first? (26:00) Mentors. (31:30) In-Season vs. Off-Season Philosophy. (33:00) Gymnastics Recovery. (39:26) Mike's favorite book The Essential Wooden. (47:00) What separates Good coaches from Bad coaches? (47:17) Unconventional Training Experiences. (50:39) How Mike responded to Covid-19? (52:23) Apps for measuring rest and training efficiency. (54:35) Episode Recap! (1:01:06)

07: Racism in Bodybuilding, Review of Generation Iron Interview with Professional Bodybuilder Robbie Robinson In this episode hosts Josh, Connor, Trevor, and Dave tell stories about how racism exists even in the already diverse pursuit of bodybuilding as told by bodybuilding legend Robbie Robinson, stereotypes, how its okay to disagree w/friends and family, and why seeing humanity and intentions in people is most important. Dave Shepp's new website for Lifecoaching unifierlightworker.com (1:32) Josh's Century bikeride. (2:46) Hip surgery? (4:27) The Asian Squat. (6:25) Generation Iron. (11:02) Robbie Robinson (Arnold's training partner). (12:05) Joe Weider Story. (14:19) Assumptions & putting people in boxes. (23:29) It's okay to disagree with your friends. (31:09) Diversity and Community. (36:00) Humanity. (40:22)

06: Matt Shiver Doctorate in Physical Therapy and Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist, Law Enforcement Physical Training, How to Find The Perfect Physical Therapist For You, 3 Best Books for Focus and Personal Freedom In this episode Hosts Josh, Connor, Trevor, and Dave chat with Doctor of Physical Therapy Matt Shiver on how he has impacted so many people through his journey creating effective.fitness for over 660 law enforcement workers, properly assessing movement for his clients, The Online PT Side Hustle Podcast, and his experiences learning from other coaches while he attended Duke University. Welcome Dr. Matt Shriver. (00:20) How Matt got into Physical Therapy. (2:07) Bar Slamming! (5:59) MASH Elite Performance. (8:57) Law Enforcement get trained w/ Effective.fitness. (11:15) How to find a good Physical Therapist. (16:38) Passive vs. Active Modalities. (21:23) Functional Movement Screening and Gray Cook. (29:46) Creating fitness programs and websites. (37:06) Basic training philosophy w/Dan John. (43:43) Cash-Based or Insurance Physical Therapy? (49:44) Military programs at Baylor. (58:40) The Online PT Side Hustle Podcast. (1:00:00) 3 Recommended Books! (1:03:42) Deep Work by Cal Newport. (1:03:56) The 4-Hour Work Week by Tim Ferris. (1:04:47)  The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz. (1:05:58)

05: Blue Light Blocking Glasses, Why Get a Personal Trainer, SportsCenter Gym Fails Episode Notes In this episode Hosts Josh, Connor, Trevor, & Dave reveal their nighttime routines involving blue light blocking glasses to improve sleep, how doing a routine with no plan and form correction is a disastrous route and how to fix it, the benefits of getting a personal trainer. Blue Blocker glasses. (2:47) A handy trick on your iPhone to help improve your quality of sleep. (20:05) Why get a personal trainer. (23:08) Don't train insane stories. (26:21) Whats going on in high school weight rooms. (33:55)

04: How To Drop That Quarantine 15 Pounds Episode Notes In this episode Hosts Josh, Connor, Trevor, & Dave discuss 3 steps to lose weight added on during Quarantine and how to easily implement them.  High Intensity Cardio. (2:05) Curvaceous not bulky. (10:05) How to really cut with this app. (14:00) The most effective protein intake. (18:59) Evolutionary Fasting? (26:53) 3 Steps to lose bodyfat added during Quarantine. (31:23) Game of Thrones? (37:49) How THC and CBD can be healthy in moderation. (40:45) Josh is doing a photoshoot. (41:32) Connor is getting back into competitive bodybuilding? (43:05) Favorite Arnold Movies. (48:34)

03: The Miracle Morning Routine, Overcoming Struggle By Using Gratitude, Relating To Your Clients Episode Notes In this episode Hosts Josh, Connor, Trevor, & Dave give you morning routines that will positively change your life, how to look forward to your mornings even if you hate them, why cold showers are healthy, how gratitude has helped Josh overcome struggle, and the best ways to relate to your clients. Our favorite morning routines. (0:41) Connor's Miracle Morning routine by Hal Elrod. (2:45) S.A.V.E.R.S. (3:54) Meathead Lemonade? (7:09) Cold Shower Challenge. (8:58) How to overcome struggle by being grateful. (17:15) Relating to your clients. (22:58) Cheerleading 101. (29:05) Do one thing a day that makes you happy. (30:50)

02: How to Make A Fat Free Pizza, Healthy Recipes from the Anabolic Cookbook by Greg Doucette, Artificial vs. Natural Sweeteners, Organic and Whole Food Debate, How Accurate are Fitbits and The Calories Burned in Your Workouts Episode Notes In this episode Hosts Josh, Connor, Trevor, & Dave begin by Josh giving a detailed recipe list of fat free pizza and lava cake from the Anabolic Cookbook by Greg Doucette, how you can take artificial sweeteners and still lose weight, Organic foods are great but the whole foods that are local can be just as healthy, recommended high protein pancakes at home, and how accurate is your Fitbit measuring your calories burned when it's based on heart rate alone.  Is there always 5 more reps in the gym? (1:20) Anabolic Cookbook by Greg Doucette. (2:03) Josh explains how to make a tasty fat free pizza. (3:30) Protein Lava Cake Recipe. (4:45)  Artificial vs. Natural Sweeteners. (7:33) Organic and Whole Food debate. (9:57) Trevor gives us a sneak peek at his Texas diet. (12:20) Dirty Dozen foods. (13:50) Macro-friendly pancakes at home? (16:06) High Protein bread. (18:20) Here is how Josh makes anabolic nachos. (18:45) Favorite fitness quotes. (25:34) How accurate are Fitbits with calories burned during a workout. (27:19)

01: What is Blue Collar Fitness, The Four Best Books to Improve Your Love Life, Purpose, Passion, Confidence & More Episode Notes In this episode Hosts Josh, Connor, Trevor, & Dave discuss their personal meaning of "Blue Collar Fitness", how the podcast will bring this meaning to people wanting to improve their health, fitness, & personal training knowledge, recommend books that will improve your overall quality of relationships, self-development, and purpose, how to apply the love languages to your life.  What is Blue Collar Fitness? (00:20) Here are your Hosts! (00:45) Josh asks Connor "What is Blue Collar Fitness"? Josh talks about what Blue Collar Fitness means to him. (3:37) Trevor explains his vision of Blue Collar Fitness. (7:22) Dave gives his take on the podcast beginning. (9:05) What Books do we recommend? (11:44) Connor explains 12 Rules For Life by Jordan B. Peterson. (12:09) Dave talks about a passion-driven book called The Renaissance Soul by Margaret Lobenstine. (15:00) Trevor is reading a counterintuitive book called The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck by Mark Manson. (16:40) Josh highly recommends reading The Five Love Languages by Gary Chapman. (18:50) How to improve your relationship by understanding other peoples' love languages. (20:45)