Host & JPS Health & Fitness head trainer Jacob Schepis connects you with the best minds in the business including Eric Helms, Mike Israetel & Layne Norton to educate you on what you need to know when it comes to evidence-based training and nutrition.
Melbourne, Australia
In this months Gym Goss, Jacob and Jackson are joined by Mackenzie Baker (AKA Macro Steve) to discuss nutrition coaching, and how coaches can move beyond a simple prescriptive approach - setting calories and macros - and instead utilise other tools available to tailor the coaching experience to the individual!
In this months episode of Gym Goss, Jacob and Sam are joined by one of Australia's most accomplished natural bodybuilders and coaches, Brandon Kempter. In this episode of Gym Goss we delve into how Brandon approaches physique development and preparation through using a phasic approach. If you are at all interested in physique competitions or want to develop the best possible physique, this will no doubt be an informative listen - not only is Brandon an elite level bodybuilder, but he exclusively coaches physique athletes with some incredible results
Todays conversation is centred around Athletic Success and what Hattie's personal background, history and her mindset and attitude towards her own training, performance and competitive aspirations has looked like throughout the course of her career, and her journey to be the best! “If you know your why so deeply, it doesn't matter if your environment changes”, Hattie Boydle.
In this episode we have special guest Danny Lennon joining us to discuss the current state of the evidence based community, and address whether its dying and becoming less relevant!
In this episode, Jacob, Sam and Jackson are once again joined by Dr Mike from Renaissance Periodisation. This time Mike answers a series of questions from the guys spanning a variety of topics, to gain insight into his take on things.
In this episode of the podcast, Jacob interviews Jackson Peos on Diet Recommendations during Lockdown! https://youtu.be/TOD5v44cufw
In this episode of the podcast, Jacob interviews Jake Lynardon on Eating Psychology during Lockdown. https://youtu.be/TKPnbqsJFrI
In this episode of the podcast, Jacob interviews Eric Helms on all things lock down training! https://youtu.be/YieGqepkib0
In this episode of the podcast, Jacob interviews natural bodybuilding professionals Brandon Kempter, Jeff Alberts, Sam Okunola & Brett Freeman on their 2019 season. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v-k6b4YXebE
In this episode of the podcast, Jacob interviews Martin MacDonald of Mac-Nutrition. Find Martin's petition here. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PU53X3A-TWE
In this episode, Jacob interviews Brandon Roberts on muscle biology, the mechanisms of hypertrophy and individual variation in response to training and diet. Brandon is currently researching muscle hypertrophy. He is specifically interested in the role of ribosome biogenesis during resistance training. He also writes science-based content for SCI-FIT, AARR, StrongerbyScience, and various other websites. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AiONi9eJNC8
In this episode of the podcast, Jacob interviews Greg Nuckols of Stronger By Science on the effective reps model. To learn more about the effective reps model, read Chris Beardsley's article HERE. Be sure to read Greg's article Effective Reps - The Evidence is Lacking HERE. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_TbNuEdsXH4
In this episode, Jacob is joined by Dave Maconi of Brains and Gains and Steve Hall of Revive Stronger. This is part 2 of the roundtable discussion on stress and taking breaks. To watch part 1, click the link here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d6X5lZ6kY18 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ip_8hbaDmKE
In this episode, Jacob interviews Dr Mike Israetel regarding muscle soreness as a proxy for muscle growth. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eOxmHvnbMMM
In this episode, Jacob interviews Lyle McDonald and builds on their discussion in episode 77, discussing the concept of effective reps and how this changes as a trainee advances through their lifting career! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JDIfSsdCXA4
In this video, I discuss what the primary driver of muscle growth is with Lyle McDonald. This conversation is based on Lyle's 3 part series on Mechanical Tension on bodyrecomposition.com https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wzzdb40dvMA
In this episode of the podcast, Jacob moderates a debate between Jackson Peos & Menno Henselmans on Diet Breaks. 1:00 – Defining diet breaks3:00 – Jackson: Current body of research on diet breaks 10:00 – Menno: Interpretations of the current body of research on diet breaks20:00 – Menno’s issues with diet breaks – Adherence25:00 – Menno’s issues with diet breaks – Longer diet time frames28:30 – mechanisms of action for diet breaks36:00 – Jacksons Recommendations on Diet Breaks41:00 – Menno’s Recommendations on Diet Breaks https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6br6008sHpM
In this episode of the podcast, Jacob interviews Danny Lennon of Sigma Nutrition on circadian eating. Topics discussed include: Circadian BiologyCalorie DistributionMeal TimingBehavioural ConsistencyFeeding : Fasting Cycles https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FYYB9SfSabE
In this episode, Jacob interviews Steve Hall of Revive Stronger. Topics discussed, include: The primer phaseStarting a contest prepPeaking strategies for contest prepMistakes Steve has made in bodybuilding as an athlete and coach https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dVjRt11yvyk
In this episode, Jacob interviews Brian Minor on the nuances of progressive overload. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=agnCimxyLWk
Jackson Peos is a researcher out of University of WA, a PhD Candidate in Exercise Physiology. Competitive bodybuilder and online physique coach. Directing the first randomised controlled trial investigating the effects of intermittent vs continuous dieting on fat loss, muscle retention and muscle performance in resistance-trained athletes. In this episode we discuss some recent controversy surrounding an article Jackson published on the JPS blog debunking the pseudoscience of a popular supplement company, ATP Science and Jackson’s crowd-funded study looking to investigate the efficacy of this product. Read Jackson’s article debunking the claims made by ATP science in their products here: https://www.jpshealthandfitness.com.au/critical-review-of-australias-best-supplement-company/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D12-MnR_yK0
This is part 2 of the hypertrophy training roundtable with Steve Hall of Revive Stronger, Dave Maconi of Brains and Gains and Jacob Schepis. See Part 1 of the roundtable here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=37b63cUbAYM https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=37b63cUbAYM https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fW_p2KBlgPk
In this episode, Jacob interviews Dr Eric Helms on the fatigue associated with contest prep and the strategies athletes and coaches can employ to navigate the stressors of hypocaloric dieting and extreme weight loss goals. Topics included: Defining global fatigue Why fatigue can lead to a failed prepAllostatic load and stress toleranceDiet and tracking induced fatiguethe deficit, fat mass reduction and tracking/non training related stressorsEffects of hypocaloric dieting on recovery/fatigueStrategies athletes can employ to manage fatigue https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PiwvV3kMnCM
In this episode of the podcast, Jacob interviews Dr Mike Israetel about hypertrophy and specifically the Stimulus: Fatigue Ratio. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sfZ-xLf7p70
In this episode of the podcast, Jacob interviews bodybuilder, coach and founder of Made By Morris, Aj Morris on all things bodybuilding. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ldYrGap5fI
In this episode of the JPS Podcast, we continue Part 2 of the Nutrition Roundtable with Dave Maconi of Brains for Gains and Steve Hall of Revive Stronger. To listen to Part 1 of this episode, check out Dave's channel here.
In this episode of the JPS Podcast, Jacob interviews researcher and owner of Nutrition Tactics, Jorn Trommelen on all things Muscle Protein Synthesis. Topics include: What is MPS?The different fractions of protein synthesis and which is relevant to muscle growthWhat is the role of training in altering MPS?The impact of the acute training variables on MPSNutrition tactics to optimise muscle growth Factors that can impede MPSWhat are the weaknesses of muscle hypertrophy studies?
In this episode of the podcast, Jacob interviews Aaron Brown from Myonomics on program design for female athletes. Topics discussed include:
In this episode of the podcast, Danny, Lyndon and Jacob answer questions for the JPS Online Mentorship course. Questions covered include:
In this episode of the podcast, Jacob has a roundtable discussion with Danny Lennon of Sigma Nutrition and Director of Science at JPS, Lyndon Purcell on their presentations for their up-coming Australian Tour of the Optimising Body Composition Seminar.
In this episode of the JPS podcast, we have part 2 of the Coaching Roundtable with Steve Hall, Dave Maconi and Jacob.
In this episode of the JPS Podcast, Jacob interview researcher Eric Trexler on research pertaining to female body composition. References: (1) The effects of nutrient timing on training adaptations in resistance trained females, Pihoker et al 2018
Want your questions answered in the next Q&A session, email jacob@jpshealthandfitness.com.au and drop me a line :) In this episode topics covered include:
In this episode of the JPS Podcast, Jacob interviews Dr Mike Israetel on how to design a diet for muscle growth. Topics include:
In this episode of the JPS podcast, Jacob interviews researcher Jackson Peos. Jackson a competitive physique athlete and coach, and is currently studying at the university of Western Australia, where he is investigating the effects of diet breaks versus continuous dieting in athletic populations. Check out more of Jackson on instagram here: @jacksonpeos And be sure to follow him on research gate here: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Jackson_Peos
In this episode, Jacob interviews 3DMJ coach Alberto Nunez about quitting a contest prep, specifically Jacob’s failed run at competing in 2018!
In this episode of the podcast, Jacob interviews researcher Jake Linardon and Dr Eric Helms on the prevalence of eating disorders in the fitness community.
In this episode of the podcast, Jacob answers questions regarding training, nutrition and career in the fitness industry. Topics covered include: – Reverse Dieting; – High & Low Days (Carb Cycling); –
In this episode of the podcast, Jacob & director of science Lyndon Purcell sit down and reflect on 2018 and the high’s and lows of the JPS physique and powerlifting athletes.
In this episode of the podcast, Jacob Interviews Gabrille Fundaro on all things gut health!
In this episode of the JPS podcast, Jacob interviews Greg Nuckols on how to be more scientifically literate, and objectively assess and evaluate research with a critical eye
In this episode of the podcast, I chat with Menno Henselmans on all things hypertrophy for advanced lifters.
Chief operating officer at denovo nutrition, he’s studying pharmaceutical chemistry and has a sports and exercise science degree as well as a nutrition and dietetics degree. He’s also a coach, powerlifter and physique athlete.
In this episode of the podcast, Jacob & Brian answer questions from our mentorship students on a variety of topics, such as:
In this episode of the podcast, Jacob & Brian answer questions from our mentorship students on a variety of topics, such as:- Periodisation and structure of training programs;-
In this episode of the JPS podcast, Jacob interviews Borge Fagerli and Mike Israetel to discuss their views on training volume for hypertrophy.
In this episode of the JPS podcast, Jacob interviews Dr James Hoffman of Renaissance Periodisation.
In this episode, Jacob interviews Greg Nuckols on the current movements in sports science.
In this episode of the JPS podcast, Jacob interviews Eric Helms & Mike Israetel after their presentations at the UEBC.
In this episode of the JPS podcast, Jacob interviews author, coach and super mom Sumi Singh.
In this episode, Jacob chats with Brian Minor on all things muscle hypertrophy. Brian has his Ms health & exercise science, is the owner of Brian Minor coaching and iron woman is aUSAPL Powerlifter and IP and NGA Natural Pro Bodybuilder.