Bryan Boorstein + Aaron Straker - In Depth Blood Work + Aging
0:00- Intro 2:00- Bryan’s bloodwork 23:00- Aaron’s bloodwork 55:00- Hitting peak health 1:09:50- Do we feel getting older yet?
Mar 18, 2023•1 hr 14 min
Brains and Gains with Dr. David Maconi
On the Brains and Gains podcast, Dr. David Maconi discusses all things exercise science, nutrition, health, and personal development. Every week, Dr. Maconi invites health experts and thought leaders to share their expertise. Each episode ends with a charity donation to the charity of the guest's choice.
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Eric Helms - Extreme Calf Stretching and Training For New Gains
Dr. Eric Helms is back on the podcast to discuss all things calf training! 0:00 - Intro 0:30 - AFSP Donation 3:30 - Calf experimentation 18:00 - Is stretching additive or redundant 23:30 - How painful is the stretch 27:00 - Stretching 33:15 - Maxing out stretch progress 38:00 - Blood flow restriction 43:00 - The safety of stretching 45:30 - Eric’s measurements 46:30 - My calf experiments 52:00 - Long term training 55:30 - Eric’s varied projects 1:00:00 - Where to find Eric AFSP: https://supporti...
Mar 05, 2023•1 hr 1 min
Pete Rubish - Losing EVERYTHING Off PEDs, 900lb Deadlift, Blood Work Analysis
Pete Rubish is back to discuss the following: 0:00 - Intro 0:30 - Catching up with Pete 3:00 - Difficulty of a YouTube career 9:00 - Coming off all PEDs 13:00 - Reviewing Pete’s bloodwork 21:00 - Pete’s loss of progress coming off all PEDs 28:00 - Back to blood work 52:10 - High natural testosterone levels 58:00 - My training and gym life 1:01:00 - Lifestyle conversation 1:08:00 - Former goals Website and Coaching: https://brainsandgainspodcast.com/ -For those looking to support the channel and ...
Feb 24, 2023•1 hr 12 min
Menno Henselmans - Is TRT Effectively Natural? TRT In Natural Bodybuilding Competitions
Menno is back to discuss his recent comments on TRT use: 0:00 - Intro 0:30 - Intro to Menno 2:00 - Dispersing information on testosterone 8:00 - How helpful is true TRT? 11:15 - TRT in a natural competition 35:00 - Making up for bad genetics 37:00 - Opening the door to a slippery slope 39:00 - Doctor prescribed TRT 44:00 - High fat diet to increase testosterone 47:20 - Is there a “need” for TRT 50:00 - Will Menno compete on TRT? Menno's website: https://mennohenselmans.com/ Menno's IG: https://w...
Feb 17, 2023•1 hr 2 min
Q&A 10 - Preworkouts, Best Routines for Naturals, Unstable Schedules
Q&A 11 with Abel Csabai is live! 0:00 - Intro 0:30 - Memory foam mattress 2:00 - Abel’s weight 9:45 - Programming tips for unpredictable schedules 18:20 - Do small calves have smaller growth potential? 24:15 - Thoughts on preworkouts 26:30 - Best routines for natural lifters 35:45 - Experience with fatigue during/after an intense session 40:00 - Positive psychological feedback Part 2 on Abel's channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ssdabel/videos Website and Coaching: https://brainsandgainspodcas...
Feb 04, 2023•1 hr 21 min
Marie Raia / Bostin Loyd - Bostin Loyd's Death and Steroid Addiction
Today we are joined by Marie Raea, Bostin Loyd's mother. 0:00 - Intro 0:30 - Intro to Marie 2:00 - Bostin’s genetics 2:40 - When did Bostin start PEDs? 9:30 - Did Boston want help? 11:00 - Bostin’s father 13:30 - Pushing drugs at an early age 16:00 - Leaving family behind 17:40 - Coming to terms with the problem 22:00 - Shelby Starnes 24:00 - Coming to terms with the problem Website and Coaching: https://brainsandgainspodcast.com/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW-P... -For those looking to su...
Jan 28, 2023•31 min
Vigorous Steve - Why He Exposed The Liver King
0:00- Intro 0:20- Catching up 1:00- Olympia 2022 5:30- Exposing Liver King 27:00- YouTubing 47:30- Are steroids overestimated or underestimated? 52:00- Coaching specifics 1:02:30- Would Steve have gone on gear again if he could do it over? 1:03:50- Social media pressure 1:09:00- Anecdotal bias 1:13:40- Fertility 1:17:15- Psychology of losing size 1:34:30- Olympia 2022 wrap up
Jan 26, 2023•1 hr 51 min
Dr. Allan Bacon - Breaking Through Plateaus
Today we are joined by Dr. Allan Bacon of Maui Athletics 0:00 - Intro 0:30 - Intro to Dr. Allan Bacon 5:00 - Issues with social media fitness 19:00 - Reasons for nutrition related stalls 39:50 - Reasons for fitness related stalls 42:00 - Appetite 45:00 - Neural Adaptation 47:30 - Reasons for fitness related stalls 54:00 - Goal Setting 1:01 ;00- Deloads Allan's website: https://mauiathletics.com/ Allan's IG: https://www.instagram.com/drallanbacon/ Allan's FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups...
Dec 31, 2022•1 hr 4 min
Abel Csabai, Geoffrey Verity Schofield, Natural Hypertrophy - PED User Amnesia, Liver King, Science
Today we have our first 4-person roundtable to discuss the following topics: 0:00 - Intro 0:30 - Liver King fiasco 35:00 - Leaning away from “evidence based fitness” 50:00 - Determining what actually works 1:05:00 - Deviation from traditional lifting form 1:16:15 - Bulking up 1:32:00 - Why PED users downsize Abel's IG: Geoff's IG: NH's IG: https://www.instagram.com/naturalhype... Website and Coaching: https://brainsandgainspodcast.com/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW-P... -For those looking ...
Dec 17, 2022•1 hr 39 min
Abel Csabai - Chiropractic Scams, Jordan Peterson Dietary Advice, Training Experiments
Abel Csabai and I are back for another talk: 0:00 - Intro 0:40 - Chiropractors 11:00 - Strong biases 19:00 - Pain 22:45 - Jordan Peterson diet advice 36:00 - Back training experiments 52:00 - Workout timing 1:00:00 - Closing out Abel's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@UCzGVKv513I6... Website and Coaching: https://brainsandgainspodcast.com/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW-P... -For those looking to support the channel and our donations to various charities, please consider the above link to ...
Dec 03, 2022•1 hr 1 min
Alberto Nunez - Genetics Video, New Season Progress, Lower Intentional Volume
0:00- Intro 0:30- Alberto’s current season 2:00- Phone usage 6:00- Alberto’s current season 12:00- Cardio 16:00- Future contests 21:00- Volume over time 29:00- Exercise form 38:00- What has caused progress? 41:15- Genetics video 52:00- Feeling intensity and pain differently
Nov 05, 2022•1 hr 7 min
Eric Trexler - Variation in Response to Training, Holding Gains, Visualization
Dr. Eric Trexler is back to discuss the following topics: 0:00 - Intro 1:00 - Prepping for guests 3:15 - Mindfulness /Buddhism 8:30 - Visualization 21:05 -Holding onto gains 31:00 - Eric’s competition history 37:40 - Keeping training interest forever 1:03:00 - Variation in individual response 1:25:00 - Where to find Eric / MacroFactor Eric's IG: https://www.instagram.com/trexlerfitn... Stronger by Science: https://www.strongerbyscience.com/ MacroFactor App: https://macrofactorapp.com/ MASS Resea...
Oct 22, 2022•1 hr 29 min
Minimalist Training, Our Splits, Going Straight to Bear Mode
0:00- Intro 0:30- Very minimalist training 7:15- Our splits 17:55- When did I stop seeing clear progress 19:20- Determining low vs high volume 24:00- Determining what makes a difference 29:30- Going straight to Bear Mode 36:30- Keep dieting or begin to lean bulk? 42:45- What bulking protocol would you recommend after 25yr of lifting experience? 57:00- Best way to deload 1:02:30- Specialization phases...
Oct 08, 2022•1 hr 14 min
Milo Wolf - Range of Motion, Lengthened Partials, Flawed Research
Milo Wolf is a natural bodybuilder, PhD candidate, and coach. Today we discuss the following topics: 0:00 - Intro 0:30 - Milo’s background 3:45 - Being introduced to Milo 5:30 - Genetic influence of calves 22:00 - Self experimentation 28:30 - Problem with the fitness industry 34:15 - ROM / Lengthened sets 44:30 - Isometrics / stretching 50:00 - Emphasizing different ROMs 56:00 - Flawed and misleading research Milo's IG: https://www.instagram.com/wolfcoach_/ Website and Coaching: https://brainsan...
Oct 01, 2022•1 hr 2 min
Natural Hypertrophy - Genetics Video Debate
0:00 - Intro 0:20 - My genetics video 10:30 - Portraying what is accurate vs what is good 17:00 - Comparisons to others / social media 26:30 - Comparing to similar cohorts 31:00 - The idea of maxing out in 4-5 years 34:30 - Feedback loops 43:30 - Good genetics leading 54:45 - Truth vs helpful advice 58:00 - Methods of influence 1:12:00 - Benefits of awareness of genetics NH's channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG-3... NH's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/naturalhype... Website and Co...
Sep 17, 2022•1 hr 21 min
Geoffrey Verity Schofield + AlphaDestiny - Holding High Bodyweights, PED Users Forgetting Natty Life
We're back with Alex Leonidas of AlphaDestiny and Geoffrey Verity Schofield! Website and Coaching: https://brainsandgainspodcast.com/ BULK SUPPLEMENTS AFFILIATE LINK: https://glnk.io/63qn/dave-maconi Discount code: DAVE12OFF Hormone testing and other panels: 30% off coupon: BRAINS Male Hormone Panels: http://trylgc.com/brainsandgains Female Hormone Panels: https://trylgc.com/brainsandgainsfemale Home Page: https://trylgc.com/brainsandgainsHP I do receive commissions on referrals to LetsGetChecke...
Sep 11, 2022•1 hr 18 min
Dr. Dean St. Mart - Jumping on Gear Too Young, Cognitive issues, Protective Substances
0:00 - Intro 0:30 - Operation Smile 1:00 - Dean St. Mart’s background 7:15 - The natural route / emotional decision making 10:15 - Dosing relative to natural levels 28:00 - Recovering from “addiction” to PED use 36:00 - Cognitive issues with PED use 49:00 - Steroids at an early age 56:00 - Gender of children of enhanced fathers 59:55 - Supplement company Dean's IG: https://www.instagram.com/deanstm/ Dean's website: https://www.sneducation.co.uk/ Website and Coaching: https://brainsandgainspodcas...
Aug 06, 2022•1 hr 14 min
Dr. Mike Israetel - Misery is the Primary Driver of Hypertrophy
Dr. Mike is back! For the following topics: 0:00 - Intro 1:00 - More exposure for Renaissance Periodization 2:00 - Debating Joel Seedman and Greg Doucette 7:40 - IQ and ADHD diagnosis 15:30 - Have the cons of PED use been different than Mike expected? 24:30 - Are enhanced lifters any more satisfied? 27:30 - Downsides of being so big 34:30 - Does being obese make you unhappy? 39:00 - Depression / Getting therapy 42:45 - My time getting coached by Steve Hall of Revive Stronger 53:30 - Maintaining ...
Jul 31, 2022•1 hr 11 min
Holly Baxter - Identity, Physique Dissatisfaction, Competition Standards
Holly Baxter is a dietitian, coach, and competitor. Today we discuss the following topics: 0:00 - Intro 0:40 - The Brain and Behaviour Research Foundation 1:15 - Holly’s background 8:00 - Holly poster story 10:15 - Women’s competitions 12:30 - Implants in competition 14:15 - Mental health in the industry 25:00 - Acceptance vs goal achievement 29:30 - Religion 33:30 - One’s identity 39:00 - Motivation moving forward Brain and Behavior Research Foundation: https://www.bbrfoundation.org/ Holly's IG...
Jul 23, 2022•56 min
Cornelius Parkin - Bostin Loyd, Turkesterone, Research Chemicals, Progress Over Time
Today we're back with Cornelius Parkin, bodybuilder and coach. 0:00 - Intro 0:30 - Bostin Loyd 2:30 - Research chemicals / turkesterone 7:40 - Downsizing for health and athleticism 13:00 - Should we be a fan of DC training? 22:20 - Variation in exercise selection 25:00 - Adding volume and strength over time 28:30 - Fake progress 31:45 - Nutrition with Steve Hall / Revive Stronger 35:30 - Maximizing different aspects of life 41:15 - Direct ab training 51:30 - Are implants natural? 55:00 - Breast ...
Jul 16, 2022•1 hr 2 min
Paris Butler (Bald Omniman) - Keys to Growth, YouTube Fitness, Strength Levels
Today by popular request we get Balm Omniman on the podcast! 0:00 - Intro 0:30 - How Paris got the name Bald Omni-man 3:50 - Paris’ social media growth 15:30 - Paris’ physique and strength 19:10 - How Paris trains clients 25:30 - Paris on nutrition 30:00 - Making Youtube / Fitness your career 38:30 - Motivation to get into serious training 41:30 - How long has Paris been training 43:20 - Where to find Bald Omni-man Paris' YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/BaldOmniMan... Paris' IG: https...
Jul 09, 2022•44 min
Jeff Alberts - Final Muscle Growth, Training Experiments, Extended Off Seasons
Jeff Alberts of 3DMJ is back for another podcast 0:00 - Intro 0:40 - How many bodybuilding seasons has Jeff Alberts had? 2:10 - Maintaining / missing the fire within 6:50 - My experience getting coached with Steve Hall / Revive Stronger 8:30 - Final efforts to gain muscle 11:00 - Holding back in training 19:00 - Experiments with high vs low volume 26:30 - Individuality with coaching 34:00 - Appropriate levels of information consumption 36:20 - Truly bringing up weak bodyparts 40:00 - Unilateral ...
Jun 29, 2022•1 hr 1 min
Abel Csabai + Bryan Boorstein - OHP Isn't Good For Delts? Minimalist Training, Bear Mode
We're back with Bryan Boorstein and Abel Csabai to discuss the following: 0:00 - Intro 0:20 - Estimating a follower’s body fat 2:00 - Hat Boys 3:00 - Bryan’s cut 9:00 - Frequent weigh-ins 11:30 - Is OHP a good exercise for shoulders? 22:30 - Looking bigger with higher body fat 38:30 - Biofeedback while dieting 43:00 - Libido while dieting 47:00 - Minimalist training Website and Coaching: https://brainsandgainspodcast.com/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW-P... -For those looking to support the...
Jun 18, 2022•1 hr 1 min
N1 Roundtable (Pt 1) - Could Kassem Improve Ronnie Coleman's Physique? Pre-Fatigue, Performance Loss
Today we have a roundtable with myself, Kassem Hanson, Bryan Boorstein, and Abel Csabai with the "Come at me bro" style 0:00 - Intro 1:00 - Personal introductions 2:30 - Pre-fatigue exercise tests 8:45 - Abel joins 9:30 - Performance loss results 38:00 - Biased exercises 45 :20- Could Kassem improve Ronnie Coleman’s physique? Website and Coaching: https://brainsandgainspodcast.com/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW-P... -For those looking to support the channel and our donations to various cha...
Jun 11, 2022•49 min
Geoffrey Verity Schofield - Liver King, Arm Training, Geoff's Workouts
0:00- Intro 1:00- Roundtable 1:30- Concerns with IG 3:10- Liver King 15:30- The importance of callout culture 23:30- Arm training 29:00- Loose vs strict form 51:00- Geoff’s volume 1:03:20- Timing of workouts 1:06:30- Coaching
Jun 05, 2022•1 hr 13 min
Dr. Eric Helms - Training Experiments, Measuring Volume, Efficacy of Failure
Today we're back with Eric Helms, PHD, for another podcast with the following topics: 0:00 - Intro 1:30 - American Foundation for Suicide Prevention 2:55 - Increases volume when dieting 9:40 - Measuring volume 14:00 - Efficacy of training to failure 26:00 - Unilateral experiments 27:00 - Mike Israetel’s views on lifting 34:00 - Training with relatively light loads all of the time 38:30 - My training experiment with Steve Hall 42:00 - Eric’s experimentation with low volume / high intensity 48:00 ...
May 21, 2022•1 hr 7 min
Q&A7 - Rep Ranges, Natural Hypertrophy's Podcast, Intermittent Fasting
0:00- Intro 1:00- Is there a benefit to varying rep ranges 4:00- Is it necessary to have a structured program? 12:00- Why aren’t hormonal issues addressed much in medicine 17:00- Losing muscle with extreme intermittent fasting 25:20- Natural Hypertrophy’s genetics
May 07, 2022•39 min
Steve Hall - Coaching Together Results and Breakdown
Today we have Steve Hall back on the podcast to discuss our 6 months of coaching together as well as a few other topics 0:00 - Intro 1:00 - The importance of a routine 2:00 - Force feeding calories 7:20 - Is gaining a lot of weight necessary 11:00 - Are appetite stimulants natural? 12:00 - 6 months coaching with Steve 23:20 - Should Steve still put everything into bodybuilding? 28:00 - Progress at an advanced level 34:50 - Positivity as a coach and belief 36:00 - Hard stalls as an advanced lifte...
May 06, 2022•1 hr 20 min
Vigorous Steve - Alternating TRT, Fertility, and Long Term Health
This is part 2 of the podcast with Vigorous Steve. Part 1 is on Steve's channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WM4JA... 00:00 - Why Does Steve Even Come Off? 02:41 - Sourcing Legitimate HCG Is A Headache In Thailand 08:15 - Cycling & TRT Is A HUGE Commitment 10:45 - Steve's Future Plans To Have Kids 16:21 - Contingency Plans For Fitness "Celebs" 20:54 - Finances Discussion 23:55 - Turkesterone & Ecdysterone; Anecdotes Vs. Science 28:36 - Dave's Fluctuating Lipid levels 30:58 - Organ Im...
Apr 11, 2022•46 min
Dr. David Maconi - Metabolic Adaptations, Fasting, Diet Breaks, Set Points
Today I was interviewed by Rachel and Nikki of the RachandNikkipodcast. Check out their channel below 00:00 Intro 02:14 Is there such a thing as a slow or fast metabolism? 04:45 NEAT 05:50 Metabolic adaptation 09:33 Prevention of negative adaptations when dieting 12:54 Diet breaks 18:06 Fasting and appetite suppression 18:56 How to find maintenance after a diet 22:36 How long does it take to adapt to new maintenance calories after a diet? 25:05 Obstacles to coaching 33:26 Adaptive vs nonadaptive...
Apr 10, 2022•46 min
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