In this special Christmas Spectacular edition of the Industrial Strength Show, Joe shares a holiday story and then answers 3 questions from his listeners. Those 3 questions include: #1 - Eating whole eggs vs. just the whites. #2 - Is muscular soreness an indicator of a good workout? #3 - What does Joe D. want for Christmas? [The answer may shock you!]
In this weeks episode, Joe interviews pro football player turned motivational speaker & peak performance strategist - Matt Mayberry. Matt speaks candidly about his struggles with addiction as a teenager, his roller-coaster ride of emotions during his collegiate and professional football career, and the phone call from NY Times best-selling author Stedman Graham that changed his life forever! You will also learn Matt's Top Tips for DOMINATING Your Business and Life, How to Turn Your Failures ...
Joe starts this weeks show with a unique lesson in etiquette, aka, "meathead manners". After his 15 minute rant is complete, he discusses the following training topics: Can Trap Bar Deadlifts replace Straight Bar Deadlifts?; Best supplemental lifts to compliment the Trap Bar Deadlift; Why "nobody gives a sh*t" about how much you shrug; How to tell if you're a "chickenhead shrugger"; Top 3 mistakes people make when training traps; Joe D's proven tips & tricks for getting more out of your shru...
In this weeks episode, Joe sits down with Elitefts.com Founder & CEO - Dave Tate. Here's a glimpse at just a few of the topics that Dave discussed during this conversation: Life after powerlifting and "finding your identity" once you're no longer competing; Advice for former athletes that "lost the love" of their sport and are now bitter about the sacrifices they made to compete, etc; The importance of knowing your "minimum strong" and what it means to your health, longevity and sanity; The ...
In this weeks episode, Joe sits down with the first man to ever total 3000 pounds in the sport of Powerlifting - Donnie Thompson! Besides being one of the strongest men on earth, Donnie is also an innovator and trendsetter in the Strength & Conditioning industry. He's the creator of the Thompson Fatbell (a "kettlebell-like" implement with the handle re-positioned inside the bell), the Thompson FatBar, and the Thompson FatPad. But the "creation" that just may stand out more than all the rest ...
In this weeks podcast, Joe shares his top tips and dirty tricks for getting athletes strong, without having them add any mass. [If you train wrestlers, boxers, MMA athletes - or any other athlete that competes in a sport with weight classes - this episode is for you.] While listening to this episode, you will learn: The role diet plays when you need to gain strength without gaining mass; Set, rep, volume and rest recommendations when attempting to get strong [without getting big]; How/Why "weigh...
In this weeks episode, Joe talks shop with fitness and life strategist - Jason Ferruggia. Here's a list of just a few of the [many] things that were discussed: The importance of becoming the best at ONE thing and "referring out" for everything else; The biggest difference between how Jay trained athletes during his first 5 years in business and his last 5 years; Why it's important for older lifters to "get a pump" and pre-fatigue their muscles before hitting their "work sets"; Jay maps out the t...
In this weeks episode, Joe exposes 10 common exercises that suck [or can be problematic] and how you can make them better. Here's a list of the exercises that Joe analyzes and then fixes in this podcast: Upright Rows, Barbell Bench Press, Tricep Extensions, Leg Extensions, Leg Curls, RDL's, "Donkey Kicks" (glute activation), Front Lunges, Jump Squats & Broad Jumps, Steady-state cardio / Distance Running. [During this episode, Joe also describes a new variation of the Cuban Press that's guara...
In this weeks episode, Joe helps you get out of the "3 sets of 10" rut by sharing some unique methods that'll make your training more fun and productive! While listening to this episode you will learn: How focussing on "total volume" [as opposed to a specific set/rep scheme] can help you overcome sticking points and pack on muscle like never before; Joe's specific formula for performing 2.5X the pull-up volume that you're usually capable of doing; How Joe uses "time" & "EMOM's" in his progra...
In this weeks episode, Joe introduces the world to the very first "STRONG BASTARD 911 Transformation Challenge" winner - Charlie Guthrie. While listening to this interview, you will learn: What it felt like when Charlie "got the call" informing him he beat out 600+ people worldwide to win the 1st Annual STRONG BASTARD 911 CHALLENGE; The set-backs that Charlie had to overcome during the 11-week challenge; How Charlie worked two jobs, yet still "found the time" to train each and every day; The imp...
In this weeks episode, Joe explains how & why endurance athletes should be incorporating strength training into their physical preparation. While listening to this episode, you will learn: How Joe trained his first marathon runner and what he learned from that experience; The physical quality that should be at the base of every athlete's "athletic pyramid"; The single most overlooked component of training endurance athletes; The secret to crushing your Crossfit WOD; The biggest mistake Cross...
In this weeks episode, Joe shares a personal story about how two meatheads arguing at Home Depot gave him the idea for today's show. While listening to this podcast you will learn what Joe has discovered to be the SINGLE BIGGEST FACTOR for those looking to get JACKED and STRONG, respectively. Knowing these two things will accelerate your strength gains and transform your physique like never before! If you're someone who truly cares about your training, you will love [and appreciate] the informat...
In this weeks episode, Joe shares some of the secrets behind the massive success he's had training football players in-season. While listening to this episode, you will learn: The 2 key factors every in-season program should address; The biggest mistakes players make in-season [preventing them from achieving their goals]; How to manipulate the volume and intensity of your in-season workouts; The importance of understanding and incorporating Charlie Francis' "Fill the Glass" concept into your tra...
On this weeks show, Joe cuts through all of the fitness industry bullsh*t and reveals the truth regarding core training and developing "six-pack" abs. While listening to this podcast you will learn: The #1 function of the core [knowing this will have a dramatic affect on your training]; Why 99% of the core training DVD's and resources in the fitness industry are "missing the boat" regarding true core training; The method and the madness behind Joe D's simple [yet highly effective] "Core Training...
In this weeks episode, Joe exposes the bad coaches and personal trainers that infest the fitness industry. After listening to this weeks show, you'll know exactly how to distinguish the professionals from the wanna-bees!
In this weeks episode, Joe D. explains why the Olympic lifts are NOT the best option for the majority of athletes looking to increase their explosive power. During his 45-minute rant, Joe explains: How to turn virtually any barbell exercise into an "explosive" lift; Other ways to train "triple extension" besides Olympic lifting; The single most important question that EVERY Strength & Conditioning coach must ask themselves before designing any program; How incorporating "idiot-proof" exercis...
In this weeks episode, Joe covers 3 unique topics in detail. These topics include: Why his athletes DON'T perform overhead presses; How to get jacked in a hotel room when you're pressed for time and have NO equipment; How his Lower Body Strength template evolved and why it's so effective for improving sprinting speed!
This week, Joe sits down with Dr. Rhonda Patrick to discuss her research on heat stress, sauna use, and her "Core 4" supplement recommendations for improving performance and living longer. In this information-packed, 97-minute interview you will learn: The sauna's effect on mood, cognitive function and preventing muscle atrophy; Why you'll benefit more from the sauna if you stay in there until you feel "uncomfortable"; How exposing your body to heat can have a positive effect on cardiovascular h...
In this weeks episode, Joe addresses a topic that's long overdo - How to [properly] use chains in the weightroom! Contrary to what many Personal Trainers believe; the chains at your gym were NOT put there for you to throw over your shoulder and take douchebag Instagram selfies. They actually serve a greater purpose. In fact, they serve many greater purposes! During this podcast, Joe explains exactly how to set up the chains properly to "accommodate resistance". This leads to greater strength, hy...
In this episode, Joe shines the spotlight on a neglected group of muscles that need a lot more attention than they receive. You may not be able to see the musculature of your upper back when looking in the mirror, but that doesn't mean you should ignore these super important muscles. Joe explains why so many athletes (regardless of sport) have pre-existing shoulder injuries when they come to him. The "anterior" dominance of sport and daily activities (driving, texting, typing, etc.) has created ...
In this episode, Joe sheds some light on how to train for rugby, MMA, soccer and other "mixed" energy system sports. During the first half of the episode, Joe discusses the different periodization models and the benefits of each. He then reveals how to train for power & aerobic endurance SIMULTANEOUSLY without causing interference or negative effects. HINT: It IS possible to improve your power and aerobic endurance....IF you know what you're doing! In this episode, Joe D. shows you how!!...
This weeks episode is all about the psychology of training and mental toughness. Unlike the physical changes made in the gym (that are very measurable), the mental changes aren't as easy to quantify. Joe sits down with longtime "DeFranco disciple" Pat Cole to get an athlete's perspective on what it was like to "grow up" in DeFranco's Gym. Pat gives some incredible insight on how he went from a nervous 13-year-old kid to a confident scholarship athlete. He also won the World's Strongest Athlete c...
In this weeks episode, Joe sits down with the UFC's "Patron Saint of Cutting Weight" - Mike Dolce. Here are just a few of the things you will learn from their information-packed conversation: Why Mike considers himself a "longevity advocate" and not a performance coach; Mike's 4 Nutrition Principles that everyone should live by; Why the macronutrient profile of your food is NOT the most important factor when eating for health & longevity; Best strategies for keeping your calories low, but yo...
In this weeks episode, Joe reveals 6 changes that the 40+ crowd can incorporate into their workout in order to keep making gains well into their golden years. Topics of discussion include: The difference between "training to warm up" & "warming up to train"; Joe's 5-Step approach to a complete warm-up; How to replace your max-effort work with sub-maximal work without losing strength; Why you should reduce the amount of direct spinal loading in your program; Joe's favorite "joint-friendly" me...
In this weeks episode, Joe D. speaks on 6 different training topics. These topics include: Practical examples of how both Unconventional and Traditional training methods contribute to a football players on-field success; Why he feels CrossFit is NOT an optimal training method for athletes; Advanced Vertical Jump training protocols...and some "Dirty Tricks"; Joe D's tried-and-true Progression for Improving Chin-up Strength; The safest and most effective way to incorporate Ballistic Stretching int...
In this weeks episode, Joe gives a quick recap of his vacation then discusses a topic that has come up quite often since the opening of DeFranco's Gym at the Onnit Academy -- Unconventional Training Methods vs. Traditional Barbell Lifting. While most coaches and trainers waste time arguing about which method is "better", Joe feels they both have their place. In this episode, he teaches you how to organize each method into your training in order to get the most transfer to the athletic field or y...
You will really get to know Joe D. on a personal level while listening to this weeks episode of the Industrial Strength Show. Joe decides to take the week off from talking training and instead tackles the "off topic" emails that flood his inbox. You do NOT want to miss these NEVER-BEFORE-TOLD stories as Joe answers YOUR unique questions! Topics include: The origin of Joe's "sneaker fetish"; The "dinosaur" that Joe encountered during his first appointment at Triple H and Stephanie McMahon's house...
In this weeks episode, Joe interviews the president and co-founder of Cressey Sports Performance - Eric Cressey. Eric talks about his journey in the strength & conditioning industry and how he became THE "go-to" guy in baseball. He has worked with players from all 30 MLB teams and he currently has more than 100 professional players traveling to train with him each off-season. Other topics that were discussed during this interview include: Eric's opinion on "weighted ball" pitching velocity p...
In this weeks episode, Joe D. discusses his favorite topic - STRENGTH! Specific areas of discussion include: Top 5 Reasons Most People Are Weak; The TRUE Definition of "Functional Training"; Improving a Young Female Volleyball Player's Vertical Jump; Biggest Mistake Females Make in the Weightroom; Joe D's 3-Step Assessment Process; Should Distance Runners Lift?; Fool-Proof Way of Teaching the Box Squat; The Importance of Strength Training for MMA Athletes. All this, plus a brand new "Stuff That ...
Joe dedicates this weeks entire show to answering YOUR questions on Speed Development. He shares his 20,000 hours worth of experience and knowledge on the following topics: Overspeed Treadmills; Hill Sprints vs. Downhill Running; Popular Football Conditioning Tests; Two Ways to Drastically Reduce Your Potential of Pulling a Hamstring; Best Indicators of Sprinting Speed.
