Joe kicks off the first episode of 2022 by following up on some of the "brain dump" topics he spoke about 5 weeks ago. Updates include: ReBuilt 2.0 product launch, NEW "DeFranco Diet Guide" details, DeFrancosNutrition.com relaunch, DeFranco's Gym renovations and More! After his "business & life update", Joe answers questions on the following 3 topics: 1) Fat Loss & Muscle Building Made Simple AF 2) How to identify the most qualified Physical Therapist or Personal Trainer for YOU 3) What ...
Jan 06, 2022•1 hr 26 min
Joe begins the final show of 2021 by giving away some free merch to 2 loyal listeners. He then shares the TOP 3 most popular guests (and downloaded shows) of 2021, before answering 4 new questions. Q&A TOPICS INCLUDE: Gym Lessons That Can Successfully Be Applied To Business/Life; The Benefits of "Off-Set Loading" Unilateral Movements; The Biggest Missed Opportunity of 2021 [Warning: RANT ALERT]; Is Joe still planning to attempt a "Double-Double" Barbell Bench Press?...and MORE! *For a full l...
Dec 30, 2021•1 hr 28 min
In honor of the holidays, Joe starts the show by giving away some free merch. He then answers 13 "off-topic" listener questions! TOPICS INCLUDE: What's crazier, BJJ or Pro Wrestling? Top 5 songs played [all-time] at DeFranco's Gym How does one catch the DELTOID variant? What's in Joe's favorite protein smoothies? What equipment is needed for the new ReBuilt 2.0 program? How'd Joe get so damn vascular? When's the last time Joe puked from training? Best bodyweight exercises for people over 40? Wha...
Dec 23, 2021•1 hr 49 min
Joe kicks off this week's show with an [off-topic] rant regarding his health insurance. He eventually composes himself and answers 4 listener questions. TOPICS INCLUDE: Is tracking macros a 'necessary evil' for those looking to get lean & healthy; How to bullet-proof your hamstrings with minimal equipment & space; Why "perfect form" is killing your gains; Max-Effort training guidelines for washed-up meatheads...And More! *For a full list of Show Notes & Timestamps from this episode v...
Dec 16, 2021•1 hr 25 min
This week Joe welcomes back Dr. Chad Waterbury [who first appeared on the podcast 3 years ago]. Chad is a world-class S&C coach, physical therapist, author & teacher. He currently teaches the course "Resistance Training Techniques for High-Performance Athletes" for the master’s degree in sports science program at USC. Chad returns to the Industrial Strength Show to discuss his new book, "Elite Physique: The New Science of Building a Better Body" - along with a host of other topics. HIGHL...
Dec 09, 2021•1 hr 18 min
Joe kicks off this week's show with an update on the release of his newest program - ReBuilt 2.0! He then performs an [impromptu] "brain dump" to clear his head before answering 2 listener questions. The first question/topic covered is "tendon strength". Joe shares his top 5 methods for building strong, healthy tendons. Joe is then asked to write a full shoulder workout for one of his listeners, which he does "live" on the podcast. [NOTE: Look for video footage of the shoulder workout Joe design...
Dec 02, 2021•1 hr 19 min
This week Joe introduces his audience to Jamie Dorely - CEO & Co-Founder/Owner of Nutritional Frontiers and the man responsible for overseeing the formulation & distribution of DeFranco's Nutritional Supplements. In this episode Jamie explains how to navigate your way through the [misleading] supplement industry, while also sharing his time-tested Thanksgiving/Holiday eating hacks...and Much MORE! *For a full list of Show Notes & Timestamps goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com Importa...
Nov 24, 2021•1 hr 38 min
Jim "Smitty" Smith returns to the Industrial Strength Show to discuss flexibility, mobility & how to warm up properly! Highlights from this conversation include: The many benefits of lighter/longer loaded carries; A [new] metric Joe has been using to determine the effectiveness of his workouts; How has Joe's pre-workout prep changed since having shoulder surgery; The "slow cook" approach to warming up; Incorporating "fillers" into your workout; Smitty's favorite hamstring warm-up [from Louie...
Nov 18, 2021•1 hr 34 min
This week Joe answers 3 listener questions. TOPICS INCLUDE: "Absolute Strength Standards" for the barbell bench, squat & deadlift [How do YOU stack up?]; Joe's [current] GO-TO upper body exercises for hypertrophy and joint longevity; Weight Vest training recommendations...and More! *For a full list of show notes & timestamps visit: www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com Important Links/People Mentioned Phil Daru's Elite Coaching | Fitness Business & Social Media Growth Summit Hyperwear Weigh...
Nov 11, 2021•1 hr 27 min
This week Joe welcomes Eugene Teo to the Industrial Strength Show. Eugene is a former bodybuilder turned problem-solver / muscle mechanics expert who teaches people [from all walks of life] how to build a better body in the most effective manner possible. This 90-minute conversation covers a variety of different topics. Highlights include: How the STRONG documentary impacted Eugene's teenage years; What should be the minimum 'Barrier For Entry' in order to call yourself a "professional" in the F...
Nov 04, 2021•1 hr 41 min
Joe kicks off this week's show with a very important announcement regarding the DeFranco Supplement line/website. He then answers two listener questions. TOPICS INCLUDE: #1) Does Joe feel heavy, "max-effort" training is dangerous/counterproductive for older lifters? #2) How to fix chronically tight hamstrings? *For a full list of Show Notes & Timestamps goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com Important Links from this episode DeFranco's Nutritional Supplements [promo code: STOCKUP] AMPED Warm-up...
Oct 28, 2021•1 hr 15 min
This week Joe sits down with Dr. Corey Peacock - Head S&C coach at Sanford MMA - a premier professional MMA team comprised of some of the top-ranked fighters in the world, including multiple current and former World Champions. Corey is also an associate professor in the Department of Health & Human Performance at Nova Southeastern University. Highlights from Corey & Joe's conversation include: How Corey blends science/research with "real world" experience/results The process involved...
Oct 21, 2021•1 hr 20 min
HUGE SHOW THIS WEEK! During the first half of the episode, Joe continues the conversation regarding his "Relative Strength Index" (RSI) standards and exercise execution. Specific topics include: Performing Goblet Squats with heels elevated vs feet flat on floor & Specific Push-up/Pull-up standards for FEMALES. The second half of the show is dedicated to Joe's [updated] "Training Longevity Commandments". If you're interested in TRAINING FOREVER, you'll want to listen, write down, and FOLLOW T...
Oct 14, 2021•1 hr 48 min
On this week's show, Joe reveals the origin and specifics of his "Relative Strength Index" (RSI). He explains the tests that make up the RSI - along with his grading system - for determining how strong & FIT you are! He also includes bonus replacements for the "BIG 3" (barbell bench, squat, deadlift) for endomorphs looking to improve their overall fitness [while still being strong af]. *For Show Notes, Timestamps & Important Links from this episode visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com . ...
Oct 07, 2021•1 hr 20 min
This week Christian Thibaudeau makes his [highly anticipated] debut on the Industrial Strength Show! Christian has been training & coaching for over 2 decades, working with athletes from dozens of different sports. He has written 4 books, 700+ published articles on T-Nation, and has pioneered multiple educational courses - including the brilliant "Neuro-typing" system (which goes in-depth on how to train athletes based on their personalities/dispositions). On today's show, Christian discusse...
Sep 30, 2021•1 hr 34 min
This week Joe answers 5 listener questions. TOPICS INCLUDE: Has Joe ditched the straight bar [since having shoulder surgery]? How to make social media great again! Is it more important to limit carbs or fats when "Fat Loss" is the main goal? The [2-Exercise] ANTI-Upper Body Warm-up!! Joe's thoughts on Drop-sets [Plus he shares his new "PUSH" workout!] *For Show Notes, Timestamps & Important Links from this episode goto: www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com...
Sep 23, 2021•1 hr 18 min
Joe kicks off this week's show by giving the audience an update on the "COVID situation" in the DeFranco household. He then shares the results of his most recent bloodwork & body composition analysis. He concludes the show by reflecting on the ONE THING that has made the biggest difference in his overall health! *For Show Notes, Timestamps & all the Important Links from this episode visit: www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com IMPORTANT LINKS/PEOPLE MENTIONED DeFranco's Nutritional Supplements ...
Sep 16, 2021•1 hr 29 min
After initially canceling this week's show, Joe decides to hop on the mic and give the audience an update on his daughter's positive COVID test, as well as the "experimental procedure" Joe performed on himself when he started feeling sick.. *For Show Notes, Timestamps & Important Links from this episode visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com IMPORTANT LINKS/PRODUCTS MENTIONED DeFranco's Immune System Stack Philips InnoSpire Go Nebulizer Reduced L-Glutathione Plus by Theranaturals Saline for Ne...
Sep 09, 2021•54 min
After experiencing power outages [due to hurricane Ida] Joe was finally able to sit down and record an Overrated/Underrated podcast! TOPICS INCLUDE: Umbrellas; Supersets; Being a punter/kicker in the NFL; Jumping Rope; Lyle Alzado; George Carlin; Training like an athlete when you're not; Benefits of walking; Natural soaps like Dr. Squatch; Pull-ups; Lululemon joggers; Metabolic conditioning circuits for first responders; Dead arm hang for shoulder health; The ability to get off the floor without...
Sep 02, 2021•1 hr 18 min
After starting the show w/ 2 important/exciting announcements, Joe covers 3 main topics: 1) What everyone needs to know about EXERCISE SELECTION [including Joe's thoughts on programming Nordic Hamstring Curls] 2) Joe takes the audience through "A Day In His Life" 3) How to determine the best diet for YOU! *For Show Notes & Timestamps from this episode goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com Important Links/People Mentioned CPPS coaches [coupon code: JOED20] Lost Secrets of Strength LIVE seminar ...
Aug 26, 2021•1 hr 14 min
After reading this week's winning iTunes review & announcing his return to [youth] coaching, Joe provides thorough answers to 2 different listener questions. During the first half of the show Joe maps out his current upper body warm-up. This includes his 3 main "areas of focus", specific exercise recommendations, a full warm-up example and explanations regarding HOW & WHY he does what he does. During the second half of the show, Joe answers a question from a concerned parent about his 8-...
Aug 19, 2021•1 hr 14 min
During the first half of this week's tribute show Joe shares some of his favorite/funniest Dr. Tom stories, along with the most important lessons Joe learned from him. The final hour of today's show is a replay of Dr. Tom's very first appearance on the Industrial Strength Show [episode 63 - May 26, 2016]. *For a full list of Show Notes, Timestamps & Important Links from this episode goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com . IMPORTANT LINKS DeFranco's Nutritional Supplements HelloWater [promo cod...
Aug 12, 2021•2 hr 18 min
Joe D. reunites with Zach Even-Esh in this week's EPIC podcast! (You'll probably end up listening to this episode multiple times!) TOPICS INCLUDE: The Art of Coaching - The fine details & little nuances that separate good coaches from GREAT coaches; How we handle "difficult" parents in the gym; Experiences we've had with bad coaches that showed us what we DON'T want to do or become as coaches ourselves; Stories, memories, and lessons learned from our close friend [who recently passed away] D...
Aug 05, 2021•1 hr 54 min
This week's show starts with some "life updates" [which include]: Willy's surgery, Mickey Gall's UFC fight, New Garage Gym Pics/Tour & Joe's recent lat tear. Joe then answers 4 listener questions. TOPICS INCLUDE: Treating "armpit pain" from benching / Preventing Pec Tears; How to develop your "inner pecs"; Why does Joe lift his head up when benching; How Joe trained his first Olympic athlete. *For Show Notes & Timestamps visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com Important Links/People Mention...
Jul 29, 2021•1 hr 40 min
Joe kicks off this week's show with a "life update" that includes: Willy's eye removal surgery, new garage gym equipment, truck problems...and a NEW "shoulder tear"?!? He then spends the rest of the episode covering the "darkside" of resistance training, ie, The Top 5 Things That Every Lifter Needs To Know/Understand [in order to experience all the amazing benefits resistance training has to offer]! *For a full list of Show Notes & Timestamps goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com Important Lin...
Jul 22, 2021•1 hr 25 min
This week's show starts with a new segment where Joe shares [new] "Stuff He Likes". He then details his current diet & supplementation, meal-by-meal. He includes things he's now doing differently, along with his favorite [high protein] snacks that taste like dessert!! He concludes the show by explaining how he's "spiced up" his morning walks, which has led to better recovery, reduced belly fat and more overall GAINS! *For a full list of Show Notes & Timestamps goto: www.IndustrialStrengt...
Jul 15, 2021•1 hr 18 min
This week Joe starts the show by giving an update on the progress he's made with his new garage gym. After getting sidetracked [and sharing an incredibly frustrating call he recently had with Verizon] Joe gets into the specifics of his new garage gym. Topics include: Upgrades that have been made, new equipment that's been ordered, old equipment that will be moved into the garage & the equipment that "didn't make the cut". During the second half of the show, Joe gives an update on his shoulde...
Jul 08, 2021•1 hr 27 min
This week Joe returns from vacation with plenty of stories to share (and questions to answer)!! MAIN TOPICS OF DISCUSSION INCLUDE: The "secret pill" for managing anxiety; How to prevent "low back lock-up" when standing for long periods of time; The TRUTH about Reverse Hypers and low back pain; Joe shares a "hotel gym story" which leads to his 'Mount Rushmore' of Gym Etiquette Pet Peeves...and More! *For Timestamps & Show Notes from today's episode visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com . Impor...
Jul 01, 2021•1 hr 28 min
This week's show is recorded on location from Palm Beach, Florida! Joe takes some time away from his family vacation to answer 4 listener questions. SPECIFIC TOPICS INCLUDE: 1) How to stay hydrated and prevent low back pain when traveling 2) The difference between regular drop-sets & "mechanical" drop-sets [Plus Joe's favorite mechanical drop-set pairings for all muscle groups!] 3) Troubleshooting the vertical jump [Why do athletes drift forward when they jump?] 4) Two upper body stretches y...
Jun 24, 2021•1 hr 10 min
In this week's episode, Joe celebrates Father's Day, his upcoming Birthday & fills everyone in on what's been going on in the DeFranco household! HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE: Ashley's recent blood work and what everyone can learn from her "health scare"; BONUS "Overrated/Underrated" segment w/ Ashley in the hot seat!; "Highlights" & "lowlights" from Joe's recent blood work; What's Joe getting for his 46th birthday?; Joe's Top 5 Qualities of Being a Great Dad...and Much MORE! *For a full list of S...
Jun 17, 2021•1 hr 31 min
