BIG SHOW THIS WEEK as Joe introduces Mike Stella to the Industrial Strength Universe! Mike is an expert movement evaluator, manual therapist, performance coach and the owner of The Movement Underground in Long Island, NY. Highlights from Joe & Mike's (almost) 2-hour long conversation include: The "blending" of rehabilitation with high performance strength & conditioning; How Mike assesses new clients; How to treat/approach athletes w/ "muscular imbalances"; Mike's thoughts on FMS; Why "e...
Mar 28, 2024•2 hr 1 min
Joe kicks off this week's episode with a quick recap of the first-ever Iron Business Weekend. He then shares some initial feedback from lifters who have started the new WS4SB 3.5 program. He then answers 4 listener questions. TOPICS INCLUDE: 1) Joe's current GO-TO pre-workout "slop" [Plus a BONUS "High Protein Peanut Butter Cup" recipe!] 2) What type of athletes have the biggest imbalances and how do you go about fixing them? 3) When do you know it's time to switch exercises? 4) Programming jump...
Mar 21, 2024•1 hr 21 min
This week we're taking a deep, deep dive into the science & art of high-level program design. Specifically, Joe D. and Smitty share the inner workings of their latest creation - "Westside for Skinny Bastards 3.5" - the revised/2024 edition of Joe D's wildly popular WS4SB 3 program. You'll learn about Joe D. & Smitty's first exposure to Louie Simmons and Westside Barbell, the history of Joe D's original "skinny bastard" program and every detail, decision and discussion that took place dur...
Mar 14, 2024•2 hr 1 min
This week Joe answers 3 listener questions. Specific topics include: 1) The TRUTH about fasting 2) The trade-off when training for "peak performance"/extreme goals 3) Is it necessary to have multiple revenue streams in order to be successful [in the fitness industry]? *For a full list of Show Notes + Timestamps visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com . IMPORTANT LINKS DeFranco Supplements [*Use code: MuscleUpMarch] Team Forever Strong [*Use code: STRONG150] CPPS certification Iron Business Blueprin...
Mar 07, 2024•1 hr 4 min
This week's show includes 3 main topics/questions. First, Joe shares a story involving a conversation he recently had at Target with a former client. Although the interaction with his former client was brief, it included a valuable reminder/lesson that Joe shares with his audience. After hearing this story you'll be able to determine if your current training program is TRULY effective/functional or if it's doing more harm than good. [You'll also get the inside scoop on Joe's new "functional stre...
Feb 29, 2024•58 min
This week Joe answers 5 questions from his listeners. TOPICS INCLUDE: 1. Thoughts on Lu Raises for the rotator cuff 2. Should you include rotator cuff strengthening exercises in your warm-up or will they fatigue your shoulders and lead to instability and reduced strength/force production? 3. How much of a calorie deficit is a good starting point to drop bodyfat without losing muscle? [Plus, "Fat Loss Hacks That'll Blow Your Mind!"] 4. Joe shares his thoughts on "Myo Reps" (and how to program the...
Feb 22, 2024•1 hr 15 min
This week Joe welcomes Iron Business Blueprint co-founder & owner of Tutela Training Systems, Chris Tutela , back to the Industrial Strength Show! After some back and forth banter regarding the NJ weather and Joe's podcast studio upgrade - Joe & Chris get down to "business" :) Together, they discuss the following topics: 1) How to get potential clients to initially TRUST you when you're young and lack experience 2) Best way(s) to get your first client 3) The top 3 questions to ask a new ...
Feb 15, 2024•1 hr 28 min
This week Joe kicks off the show with some exciting news for gym owners... He then adds a new company to his "Sh*t List" before answering 4 listener questions. TOPICS INCLUDE: 1) Rating the 4 most important training variables [for building muscle]; 2) Pre-workout snack ideas for those who train first thing in the morning 3) Rest interval recommendations for different goals [Fat Loss vs Hypertrophy vs Strength] 4) The exercises that give Joe "pre-game butterflies/anxiety"... Plus Joe's SuperBowl ...
Feb 08, 2024•1 hr 20 min
Joe kicks off this week's show with some behind-the-scenes insight into what his [terrible] "recording schedule" is like most weeks lol... He then shares some exciting news regarding the original Industrial Strength Show studio, announces this month's "MuscleUpFebruary" supplement sale and gives a brutally honest product review before answering 3 listener questions. TOPICS INCLUDE: 1) Does Joe still recommend performing power/speed exercises first in a workout or should they be pushed towards th...
Feb 01, 2024•1 hr 24 min
This week Joe introduces a brand new monthly segment that he's adding to the podcast: "Joe D's Brutally Honest, Unapologetic Product Reviews". After explaining the premise behind the new segment & reviewing his first product - Joe answers 3 listener questions. TOPICS INCLUDE: 1) Why You Should/Shouldn't Sprint in Sand [Plus a lesson in understanding CONTEXT]; 2) How Often Should You Change Your Warm-ups? 3) Active Recovery vs Complete Day Off - What's Better for the Washed-Up Meathead Crowd?...
Jan 25, 2024•1 hr 16 min
This week Luka Hocevar makes his [long-overdo] Industrial Strength Show debut! Luka is the owner of Vigor Ground Fitness & Performance in Seattle, WA, where he has personally coached over 3000 clients - from the highest level professional athletes in the NBA, NFL, UFC & MLB - to "general pop" clients from all walks of life who want to look, feel, and perform better. On this week's episode you'll hear Luka & Joe D. discuss a wide variety of topics. HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE: Who owns more sn...
Jan 18, 2024•1 hr 27 min
Joe kicks off the episode by introducing this week's sponsor and reading a winning iTunes review. He then answers 3 listener questions. SPECIFIC TOPICS INCLUDE: 1) Is it possible to get "Strong AF" lifting sub-maximal weights? 2) What is the single best way to perform Face Pulls? 3) Why Joe believes that his original WS4SB Lower Body strength template is STILL the best template for young athletes looking to improve their strength & speed. *For a full list of Show Notes + Timestamps visit www...
Jan 11, 2024•59 min
Surprise! Surprise! After telling his audience that he'd be taking the week off [to rest his voice] Joe D. hops on the mic for this "bonus" edition of the Industrial Strength Show! He spends the first 10 minutes of the podcast updating the audience on the doctor's diagnosis of his "mystery laryngitis", along with the results of his recent skin biopsy. He then reads the first winning iTunes review of 2024 before getting into this week's main show topic: The 7 "Bare Minimum" Fitness/Longevity Stan...
Jan 04, 2024•48 min
Joe kicks off the final show of 2023 by updating the audience on his mystery/chronic laryngitis... He then reads the best iTunes review of the year and announces January's [extended] "MuscleUp" supplement sale before getting into this week's main show topic: How To Make The Best Gains of Your Life in 2024 [Avoid These 7 Mistakes!] *For a full list of Show Notes + Timestamps visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com . Happy New Year, everyone! IMPORTANT LINKS Team Forever Strong [ONLY $149/year!] DeFr...
Dec 28, 2023•58 min
Joe D. is still fighting laryngitis but he refused to miss this week's pre-Christmas show! He opens the show by announcing the 5 winners of his "Gift of Gainz Giveaway" on Instagram. He then fills the audience in on the new program that he's starting Christmas Day. After revealing some details of the new program - he picks up where he left off last week - solving his audiences' biggest training & nutrition problems. Specific topics include: 1) Figuring out your optimal volume for strength &a...
Dec 21, 2023•1 hr 19 min
After contemplating cancelling this week's show [due to "laryngitis"], Joe decides to suck it up, grab the mic, and help solve his audiences' biggest training & nutrition problems! Specific topics include: 1) How NOT to 'fly off the rails' nutritionally during "holiday party season" 2) How to replace heavy Reverse Hypers [when your gym doesn't have a Reverse Hyper machine] & How to perform "vertical pulling" exercises [when your gym doesn't have a Chin-up bar or Lat Pulldown] 3) Unilater...
Dec 14, 2023•1 hr 19 min
Joe opens the show by announcing this month's "MuscleUpDecember" supplement sale. He then answers 4 listener questions. TOPICS INCLUDE: 1) Joe's 3 favorite [insanely effective] coaching cues for teaching the box squat, bench press and deadlift 2) The most underrated longevity supplement 3) The best way to overcome left-to-right imbalances 4) The 3 areas of Nutrition that Joe has changed his mind on during the past 5 years. *For a full list of Show Notes + Timestamps goto www.IndustrialStrengthSh...
Dec 07, 2023•1 hr 26 min
This week Joe answers 3 listener questions. TOPICS INCLUDE: 1) Joe's thoughts on David Goggins training Tony Ferguson for his upcoming UFC fight 2) If muscle is "the organ of longevity" why do so many heavily-muscled individuals die young? 3) Why does Joe incorporate supersets into so many of his programs? [BONUS: Pro Tip for programming supersets] *For a full list of Show Notes + Timestamps visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com . Important Links | People Mentioned Manukora Honey The DeFranco Whe...
Nov 30, 2023•1 hr 9 min
On this week's Thanksgiving edition of the Industrial Strength Show, Joe gives his audience the "gift of gainz"! He spends the first 20 minutes of the podcast revealing all the special "Black Friday" deals he's offering on his programs , courses , supplements and merch ! The remainder of the show is dedicated to answering 2 listener questions. Topics include: #1) The Top 6 Most Useful Pieces of Home Gym Equipment #2) The Hardest Types of Clients for Joe to Train. *For a full list of Show Notes &...
Nov 23, 2023•1 hr 11 min
This week Joe welcomes Ben Bruno back to the show - and like his previous 2 appearances - Ben does NOT disappoint! Highlights from their conversation include: Do you need to lift in order to become a great trainer; Have celebrity clients ever had a problem training in Ben's small (12' x 15') garage?; The not-so-great golf debate; Is stretching a waste of time?; The TRUTH about Full ROM strength training; Sled training performance factors that nobody talks about; How do you know what to charge as...
Nov 16, 2023•1 hr 58 min
This week Joe covers 2 main topics. First he explains his definition of "longevity training". [He also distinguishes the difference between his "longevity-based muscle building" workouts versus most "mainstream" hypertrophy programs.] Then, Joe shares his "Top 7 exercises for maintaining/gaining function as we age". He explains exactly WHY each of the exercises made his list and HOW they can be easily programmed for maximal results! *For a full list of Show Notes + Timestamps visit www.Industria...
Nov 09, 2023•1 hr 11 min
Joe kicks off this week's show by announcing this month's "MuscleUp" supplement sale, reading a winning iTunes review, then asking the audience for their "new merch suggestions". He then gets into today's main training content. TOPICS INCLUDE: The Truth About "Time Under Tension" & Hypertrophy; The 4 Stages of Becoming a Great "Programmer"; Westside for Skinny Bastards History Lesson...And More! *For a full list of Show Notes + Timestamps visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com . IMPORTANT LINK...
Nov 02, 2023•1 hr 8 min
Joe kicks off this week's show by reading a winning iTunes review (and giving away some FREE STUFF) before answering 3 listener questions. TOPICS INCLUDE: 1) How, specifically, does aerobic training help power/speed athletes run faster, jump higher, etc? 2) Does (excessive) pre-game "butterflies" hinder performance? And if so, is there a way to get them under control? 3) What are the most impressive feats of strength in DeFranco's Gym history? *For a full list of Show Notes + Timestamps visit ww...
Oct 26, 2023•1 hr 34 min
This week Joel Jamieson makes his Industrial Strength Show debut! Joel is a best-selling author and one of the world’s foremost authorities on strength, conditioning, and energy systems. His training strategies have been used by thousands of elite performers and top athletes worldwide, including the Navy SEALS, UFC champions, and dozens of teams from the NFL, NBA, MLS, NCAA, and more. Highlights from Joel's conversation with Joe include: Why Ashley (Joe's wife) wanted to kill Joe for "hanging ou...
Oct 19, 2023•1 hr 23 min
On this week's show Joe answers 3 listener questions. TOPICS INCLUDE: 1) How to prevent weight training injuries [Follow these 5 steps!] 2) Joe's thoughts on loaded stretching [Is it beneficial, how/when to incorporate it into your training & the 5 loaded stretches Joe uses the most] 3) How to properly breathe [or not] when performing power exercises. *For a full list of Show Notes + Timestamps goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com . IMPORTANT LINKS FREE "Grow Your Gym" Webinar w/ Joe D. &...
Oct 12, 2023•1 hr 18 min
This week Joe covers 3 main topics: 1)How to determine the best speed/power movements for YOUR body/goals 2)Joe's thoughts on heavy sled pushes and achilles tendon injury risk 3)What everyone needs to know about work capacity/endurance training... And More! *For a full list of Show Notes + Timestamps goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com . IMPORTANT LINKS DeFranco's Nutritional Supplements [*Use code: MuscleUpOctober] FREE Gym Growth Webinar [Reserve Your Seat!] Max Schmarzo "Balloon Change of Dir...
Oct 05, 2023•1 hr 12 min
This week Joe welcomes fellow "Jersey guy" & gym owner Chris Tutela to the show. Together, Joe & Chris share the story of how they met, how Joe helped Chris quit his job as a firefighter to become a full-time trainer/gym owner - and how "the teacher eventually became the student" as Chris began helping Joe with HIS business! You'll learn about the ups & downs involved in owning and operating a gym business, some of the secrets to Chris & Joe's success...and exciting [potentially ...
Sep 28, 2023•1 hr 15 min
Joe opens today's show with a quick update on last week's dog walking altercation. He then announces the next IN-PERSON CPPS certification course and introduces today's sponsor before getting into today's main show topic: How Important is Training to Failure for Strength & Hypertrophy Gains? *For a full list of Show Notes + Timestamps visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com . IMPORTANT LINKS CPPS L1 @ Elitefts [*Use code: JOED20] Team Forever Strong [*Use code: JOED150] Follow Joe D. on Instagr...
Sep 21, 2023•1 hr 18 min
Joe kicks off this week's show by sharing a controversial confrontation that he, Ashley [and one-eyed Willy] got into with an angry neighbor. After asking for the audience's opinion of the confrontation, Joe then announces his biggest supplement sale to date - The [40% OFF] 1-Year Anniversary Sale on Tyrofeine !! Joe then introduces today's sponsor before Orlando "hits the damn intro music" and the show officially begins. On today's show you'll hear Joe review the recent meta-analysis conducted ...
Sep 14, 2023•1 hr 23 min
Joe kicks the show off with an explanation as to why this week's episode was released later than usual. He then announces this month's "MuscleUp" supplement sale and introduces today's sponsor . Before he begins today's Q&A, Joe shares a crazy story of the encounter he had with two criminals who invaded his property and stole his daughter's bikes last weekend! [PARENTAL ADVISORY: EXPLICIT LANGUAGE] After "story time" - Joe answers 3 listener questions. TOPICS INCLUDE: 1)The WORST & BEST ...
Sep 07, 2023•1 hr 30 min
