TNT PODCAST

In this episode the grand prize winner from our contest if flown in to be on the podcast to ask any question they want to the TNT crew. Enjoy! The post Ep. 80: Grand Prize Winner Q and A appeared first on TNT PODCAST.

In this episode IFBB Pro Laurin Conlin joins the crew to talk about ways to win the hardest part of the war on dieting, the mental aspect of it all. Topics discussed include cortisol, stress, hunger, and much more. Enjoy! The post Episode 79: Winning the Mental War on Dieting appeared first on TNT PODCAST.

In this episode the TNT crew break down all the tiny details that are so important when it comes to either hiring a successful coach/trainer OR what you need to know as you strive to become one. Enjoy! The post Episode 78: How to Hire/Become a Successful Trainer appeared first on TNT PODCAST.

In the episode the TNT crew go into detail on what is currently the best approaches to use for growing and improving your social media. The post Ep. 77- Improving and Growing Your Social Media Platforms appeared first on TNT PODCAST.

In this episode the TNT crew discuss all the complex topics surrounding having a relationship while trying to achieve your best physique possible. The post Episode 76: Dieting and Relationships appeared first on TNT PODCAST.

In this episode we answer questions over EAA’s vs BCAA’s, MCT oil, muscle soreness and muscle gain, setting up macros for gastric bypass, and more. Enjoy! The post Episode 75: Q and A appeared first on TNT PODCAST.

In this episode we cover topics such as hunger and refeeds, supps for concentration, working out after a night of drinking, going to college, how to make a low carb pancake, and much much more. Enjoy! The post Episode 74: Ask Us Anything appeared first on TNT PODCAST.

In this episode the TNT crew talk about challenging yourself by stepping outside your normal training. Topics include being the athlete or coach, the journey, making yourself mentally stronger, and more. Enjoy! The post Episode 73: Challenging Yourself and Stepping Outside Your Normal Training appeared first on TNT PODCAST.

In this episode the crew answer 13 questions covering such topics as gas and protein powder, meals on the go, training heavy or high rep, training early versus later in the day, DIM as a supplement, keto salts, how many energy drinks might be bad, and much much more. Enjoy! The post Episode 72: Rapid Fire Q & A appeared first on TNT PODCAST.

In this episode the TNT crew discuss thyroid hormone and slowing of the metabolism, what coaches should do if we experience an economic downturn, stress over gaining weight back once it’s lost, and dealing with co-workers who give grief when you are dieting. Enjoy! The post Episode 71: Thyroid Hormone, Gaining Weight Back, Co-workers, Coaches & the Economy appeared first on TNT PODCAST.

In this episode the crew break down how to find your starting calories and also set up your protein levels.  Enjoy! The post Episode 70: How To Figure Out Your Starting Calories appeared first on TNT PODCAST.

You guys wouldnt let us keep the podcast shut down, and messaged us over and over and over so for you- WE ARE BACK!  In this episode we cover questions over how to deal with hunger, weighing daily on the scale, how to know if you need to cut back on caffeine, if there is... The post Episode 69: WE ARE BACK! appeared first on TNT PODCAST.

Here we go, the FINAL Training and Nutrition Truth Podcast is up and live! 3 years ago in September of 2015 Sal Frisella and I went to have lunch with Chad Kerksick to discuss this podcast idea we had, and the rest is history. We have 68 episodes full of the best diet coaches, athletes,... The post Episode 68: Final TNT Episode appeared first on TNT PODCAST.

In this episode Sal Frisella John Gorman and Aaron J Summers pull back the curtain and break down what it was like behind the scenes of the 2018 Summer Smash. Topics include A-Rod showing up, 1000 attendees, $1 million dollars, palm tree’s and white sand in St Louis, how to fill up a pool, who are the people making final... The post Episode 67: Behind the Scenes of 1st Phorm Summer Smash 2018 appeared first on TNT PODCAST.

In this episode the TNT Podcast winner Dennis McLaughlin is flown out to train with the crew and join the podcast to tell his story.  Topics covered include Sal’s new mini-van of destruction, Dennis winning the contest and the workout we did that morning before recording, losing 85 lbs and winning $20k in the My... The post Episode 66: TNT Contest Winner Dennis McLaughlin appeared first on TNT PODCAST.

In this episode the crew sit down with one of the top coaches in the entire fitness industry IFBB Pro Jason Theobald to discuss resetting insulin sensitivity.  Topics include the importance of having good insulin sensitivity leading into a diet, offseason mini cuts, GDA’s, reading blood glucose levels, and much much more.  Enjoy! The post Episode 65: Resetting Insulin Sensitivity with IFBB Pro Jason Theobald appeared first on TNT PODCAST.

In this episode Jason Theobald joins the TNT crew to go over how to take your training/coaching business to the next level.  Topics discussed include public speaking, writing a book, starting a supp company, being an affiliate, starting an apparel company, and much much more.  Jason and John both have 7 sources of income besides... The post Episode 64: Next Level Fitness Entrepreneurship w/ Jason Theobald appeared first on TNT PODCAST.

In this episode the TNT crew break down everything you need to know about Metabolic Conditioning, and the Grand Prize Winner for the contest is announced!  Enjoy! The post Episode 63: Metabolic Conditioning and Grand Prize Winner Announced appeared first on TNT PODCAST.

In this episode the TNT crew announce the 4th 1st Phorm goodie bag contest winner and answer questions covering the topics of- the worst parts of a keto diet, what EMOM is, salt consumption and fixing water retention/bloat, 1 interesting non-fitness fact from each of the crew, the definition of “SWAG” and how Sal tells... The post Episode 62: Q and A, 4th Contest Winner Announced appeared first on TNT PODCAST.

In this episode John and Sal are joined by Will Grumke to cover everything participants and trainers need to know about the 1st Phorm My TransPHORMation Starts Today Challenge.  Topics include why we started the Challenge, taking starting and ending pictures, diets, using a coach, workouts, supplements, FB support group, and more.  Enjoy!!! The post Episode 61: Everything You Need to Know About the My TransPHORMation Starts Today Challenge appeared first on TNT PODCAST.

In this episode the TNT crew break down on of the “buzzwords” in the industry right now, intuitive eating.  Topics covered include the definition, who it’s for and not for, long term goals for everyone, and much more.  Oh, and Sal gives the very best intro for the show since the start completely out of... The post Episode 60: Intuitive Eating/3rd Contest Winner Announced appeared first on TNT PODCAST.

In this episode the TNT crew announce the 2nd winner for the share/review contest along with answering questions over how to sell/represent a brand without it being awkward, tips on mind/muscle connection for the body part you struggle feeling the most, optimal protein intake, and more.  Enjoy!!! The post Episode 59: Q & A, 2nd TNT Podcast Winner Announced appeared first on TNT PODCAST.

In this episode the TNT crew talk about the reality of progression.  Topics discussed include why coaches/trainers need to understand their clients journey, stalls and plateaus, understanding your “why”, some parts of Sal’s journey he remembers pushing through when it seemed he had such a long way to go, and a lot of practical action... The post Episode 58: The Reality of Progression/First TNT Podcast Winner Announced appeared first on TNT PODCAST.

In this episode the TNT crew, along with Cliff Wilson, break down a question from a listener on how to grow a successful podcast.  We go back in time to the Summer of 2015 to a closed door meeting between John and Sal and how that would lead to the podcast we have today. There... The post Episode 57: How to Build a Successful Podcast- The Behind the Scenes Story of the TNT Podcast appeared first on TNT PODCAST.

In this episode Sal and John announce a huge contest where they will give away 1st Phorm packages every week to listeners who leave reviews on i-Tunes, share the podcast on social and tag John (@team_gorman) and also one Grand Prize Winner who will get flown out to train, eat, see 1st Phorm HQ and... The post Episode 56: TNT Listener Giveaway Announcement and Q & A w/ Cliff Wilson appeared first on TNT PODCAST.

In this episode IFBB Pro Laurin Conlin joins the TNT crew to help answer questions sent in from the listeners that cover how to know if someone is already too low calorie to start a diet, carbs/fats for a type 1 diabetic, doing HIIT away from the workout and what PWO meal should look like,... The post Episode 55: Q and A appeared first on TNT PODCAST.

In this episode the TNT crew go back to 2015 and talk about the VERY first Summer Smash!  Topics discussed include Rob and Dana Lynn Bailey and the 1st Phorm Athletes as guests, the infamous White Castle burger eating contest on stage, fireworks, beer, and creating a movement.  Enjoy!!! The post Ep: 54 Behind the Scenes of the 2015 1st Phorm Summer Smash appeared first on TNT PODCAST.

In this episode the TNT crew answer questions covering applying for a job in the fitness industry, intermittent fasting and “anabolic” fasting, bro-science vs. research science, and how to deal with people around you who are giving you a hard time for sticking to a nutrition and training regiment.  Enjoy! The post Episode 53: Q and A appeared first on TNT PODCAST.

In this episode the crew answers a question from the listeners covering NEAT (Non Exercise Activity Thermogenesis), what it is, why it’s important, how it changes with dieting and offseason, and why you should understand it.  Enjoy! The post Episode 49: Q of the Week- What is N.E.A.T.? appeared first on TNT PODCAST.

We have ALL experienced burnout in the fitness industry.  Sit down with the TNT crew as they break it down talking about how to deal with it and what to do when it happens so you can overcome it. The post Episode 52: Dealing w/ Burnout appeared first on TNT PODCAST.

In this highly requested episode John sits down with 1st Phorm V.P Sal Frisella and finds out all the details about the early days of getting 1st Phorm off the ground as the very first employee- from humble beginnings, competition, his first road trips, nervous and selling, failing, succeeding, the point they knew they all... The post Episode 51: Behind the Scenes of the Early Days Building 1st Phorm with Sal Frisella appeared first on TNT PODCAST.

In this episode (50th!!!!) the crew answer questions from the listener’s covering how to approach clients who cheat on the diet, whether you need BCAA’s or not if you drink whey protein right before training, which kind of HIIT to start with, and whether crossfit is better for fat loss than traditional training.  ENJOY! The post Episode 50- Q and A appeared first on TNT PODCAST.

In this episode the TNT crew sit down with IFBB Pro Laurin Conlin to discuss her involvement in the fitness industry as a coach/athlete/ researcher, winning her IFBB pro card and pro debut, building a brand and using social media, and some bonus questions to include answering the ultimate question- who talks more Sal Frisella... The post Episode 48: IFBB Pro/Researcher/Coach Laurin Conlin appeared first on TNT PODCAST.

In this episode Performance Coach Ben Newman continues with part 2 of helping people achieve their best physique.  Topics include approaching failure and falling off the wagon, grit, Ben’s plan of action for everyone that include his first steps and more. Enjoy!!! The post Episode 47: Part 2 Achieving Your BEST Physique w/ Performance Coach Ben Newman appeared first on TNT PODCAST.

In this episode performance coach and best selling author Ben Newman joins the TNT crew to talk about mental toughness, overcoming obstacles, winning and setting yourself up to win, his free book that’s online, some of the elite athletes he coaches in the NFL, UFC, NBA, and the MFCEO Andy Frisella crashes the show to... The post Episode 46: Part 1 Achieving Your BEST Physique w/ Performance Coach Ben Newman appeared first on TNT PODCAST.

In this episode IFBB Pro John Meadows is in town to speak at the 2017 Physique Summit Conference and swings over to 1st Phorm HQ to give everyone an update on everything “Mountain Dog”.  Topics discussed include his new Granite Supplement line, being 2 weeks out and not doing the 212’s Pro Class this year,... The post Episode 45: IFBB Pro John Meadows appeared first on TNT PODCAST.

In this episode the TNT crew discuss everything you need to know about supplement labels, how to read and interpret them, and the truth about manufacturing supplements and watching out for shady products.  Enjoy! The post Episode 44: What you REALLY need to know about supplement labels and manufacturing appeared first on TNT PODCAST.

In this episode the TNT crew talk about weighing once a week versus daily, macros per day counting versus hitting macros per meal and whats best, the best apps for tracking calories and macros along with going old school, and Sal breaks the news that he’s having TWIN GIRLS.  Enjoy! The post Episode 43: Q and A appeared first on TNT PODCAST.

In this episode the TNT crew sit down with OG 1st Phorm athlete Brett Becker, one of the most respected bodybuilders in the Midwest.  Topics discussed include starting with 1st Phorm as one of the 1st athletes, competitions over the years, progression, men’s physique and the new classic physique division, losing and winning, longevity, coaching... The post Episode 42: 1st Phorm Athlete Brett Becker appeared first on TNT PODCAST.

In this episode the TNT crew discuss the truth behind how keto salts work.  Topics include getting into ketosis, when to use keto salts and what they are, calories, to use on refeeds or not, MLM, and more.  Enjoy!! The post Episode 41- Question of the Week: The Truth About Keto Salts and Ketosis appeared first on TNT PODCAST.

In this episode the TNT crew answers a question from a listener about how to utilize full body high rep training on high carb days.  Topics discussed include insulin sensitivity, rep ranges, total sets, whether cardio is a good idea on a high carb day, and personal experience from 2016 My TransPHORMation Starts Today Champion... The post Episode 40: Question of the Week- Full Body Training and Refeeds appeared first on TNT PODCAST.

In this episode the TNT crew sit down with the 2016 My TransPHORMation Starts Today overall champion Leno Robinson.  Topics discussed include the details of the contest and why it was started, Leno’s journey from 380 lbs to 235 lbs, cheating on the diet, cardio and training, being hungry, cheat meals and refeeds, using keto... The post Episode 39: 2016 My TransPHORMation Starts Today Champion Leno Robinson appeared first on TNT PODCAST.

In this episode the TNT crew talk about what to do when dieting on low cals and fat loss isnt happening. The post Episode 38: Q of the Week- What to do when fat loss isnt happening on low calories appeared first on TNT PODCAST.

In this episode the TNT crew answer questions sent in from the listeners.  Topics include resetting insulin sensitivity without going keto in the offseason, different ways to track progress, testing body fat, pea and soy protein vs. whey protein, taking care of chronic shoulder pain when training, and more.  Enjoy! The post Episode 37: Q and A Session appeared first on TNT PODCAST.

In Part 2 of our Fat Loss series Cliff and Katie Wilson are back to join the TNT crew to discuss one of the most intriguing topics  in relation to fat loss- the body fat set point theory.  Topics discussed include what the theory is, in the trenches experience with general population clients and physique... The post Episode 36: Fat Loss Part 2- Possibilites of Resetting Body Fat Set Point w/ Cliff and Katie Wilson appeared first on TNT PODCAST.

In this episode power couple Cliff and Katie Wilson join the TNT crew to discuss how to prime the metabolism to achieve maximum fat loss.  Topics covered include mistakes dieters make, the impact that dieting takes on metabolism and hormones, what to do if your cals arent high enough to diet, reverse dieting, patience and... The post Episode 35: Fat Loss Part 1: Priming Metabolism For Maximum Fat Loss with Cliff and Katie Wilson appeared first on TNT PODCAST.

In this episode the TNT crew sit down with World Champion powerlifters Leslie Franklin and Nick Weite.  Topics discussed include their journey, their current training, winning meets and hitting PR’s, staying healthy, the truth about training hurt, transitioning from beginner to intermediate to advanced training protocols, combining bodybuilding and powerlifting, what’s next for each of... The post Episode 34: World Champion Powerlifters Leslie Franklin and Nick Weite appeared first on TNT PODCAST.

In this episode 1st Phorm athlete and NY’s fittest cop Mike “NoDonutsHere” Counihan joins the TNT crew to discuss a wide variety of topics to include landing the cover of Ironman Mag for January, drug testing at the NYPD, becoming a 1st Phorm athlete, his diet and training schedule, advice for people looking to get... The post Episode 33: Ironman Cover Model/1st Phorm Athlete/New York’s Fittest Cop Mike “NoDonutsHere” Counihan appeared first on TNT PODCAST.

The TNT crew is back with part 2 of our time recording with IFBB Pro John Meadows to answer questions sent in from the listeners.  In this episode John answers questions that cover intra workout carbs and why they are so important, adding bands to training, whether someone should cut water or not during peak week... The post Episode 32: Part 2- Q and A with IFBB Pro John Meadows appeared first on TNT PODCAST.

In this episode highly respected athlete and top prep coach IFBB Pro John Meadows joins the crew to discuss a wide variety of topics.  Some of the cool things we talked about include John’s first stage weight being 119 lbs, where he started in the industry with coaching, chasing his IFBB Pro Card and finally... The post Episode 31: Part 1- Interview w/ IFBB Pro John Meadows appeared first on TNT PODCAST.

In this episode entrepreneur and author Emily Frisella joins John, Leslie and Tyler to discuss her recent fat loss journey, flexible dieting, cheat meals, and her NEW book “The Fresh Farmhouse Kitchen” that’s lighting up Amazon and making waves and more!  For more info on Emily you can follow her here: IG:  @emilyfrisella Snapchat:  @emilyfrisella... The post Episode 30: Emily Frisella on Fat Loss, Flexible Dieting, Her New Cookbook, and More… appeared first on TNT PODCAST.