Team Renegade Coach Jack Penner joins me back on the show today to discuss everything from the olympics and pop culture to training and self-development. This episode is guaranteed to give you some good laughs and practical takeaways for improving your life. In this episode, we discuss…. 1:57: The crazy migraine that knocked me out of commission this weekend 3:28: My thoughts on A-Rod ,his exit from the New York Yankees, and steroids in baseball and other sports 5:44: Who is the real home run ki...
Aug 17, 2016•1 hr 10 min
My lifelong friend Mike DeSanti joins me on the podcast today to talk about personal development and unleashing your best self. Today's topics include... 2:20: Shout outs to the awesome listeners of Renegade Radio including recent prize winners 3:30: The biggest lessons from the recent Renegade Strength Camp 7:24: Mike talks about his sweat lodge experience with recent podcast guest Jim Smith 13:30: What's difference between religion and spirituality? 16:14: The most profound impact of meditatio...
Aug 10, 2016•1 hr 24 min
In this episdoe, fitness and nutrition expert, Yuri Elkaim, joins me on the show today to discuss everything you can think of in regards to health and nutrition. Today's topics include… 1:55: What does Yuri eat on a day to day basis? 4:00: Yuri's experience as a raw vegan, and why he started eating meat again 7:50: What are the biggest nutrition mistakes people make? 14:20: Should you eat pancakes for dinner? Yuri's answer may surprise you 18:51: The real secret to understanding your optimal nut...
Aug 03, 2016•57 min
In this episode, bodyweight training expert Danny Kavadlo joins me on the podcast once again to discuss his new book, Street Workout: A Worldwide Anthology of Urban Calisthenics and answer your listener questions 0:00: An introduction to Danny's new book and stories of their childhood scrapping in the streets of NYC 7:43: How Street Workout is different from the Kavadlos' previous books 11:04: How Danny mixes basic strength training into his calisthenic training 14:40: Opportunities to hang and ...
Jul 19, 2016•1 hr 20 min
In this QnA episode, Jack and I answer your listener questions and talk about some of the most common questions in training. Today's topics include: 0:25: The music genre that makes me want to headbutt someone 3:41: iMessage auto-corrects that only meatheads will understand 5:40: Shout out recent iTunes reviews winners. Be sure to listen so you can claim your free t shirt 10:24: The diet mistake that always leaves me with low energy 13:32: A detailed explanation of my current nutrition plan on t...
Jul 14, 2016•49 min
#104: Gettin' Diesel With Smitty In this episode, my good friend world renowned strength coach, and founder of Diesel Strength & Conditioning, Jim "Smitty" Smith joins me for a conversation on training, nutrition, and life. Jim is one of my favorite people in the fitness industry, and this discussion will show you why. He has an unbelievable amount of knowledge to share and I can't wait for you to hear it all. Today's topics include... 1:36: A new way to use deep breathing to enhance perform...
Jul 08, 2016•1 hr 57 min
In this episode, Team Renegade Coach and future physician, Jack Penner, joins me to discuss the results of my recent blood work, and solutions to common nutrient and hormone deficiencies. We discuss... 0:30: An overview of today's show and why I wanted to finally get blood work done 1:41: How to identify Vitamin D deficiency and why it's best to supplement with a Vitamin D/K2 combo 8:38: The most common nutrient deficiency that you must address 14:11: How to properly supplement with magnesium 16...
Jul 05, 2016•51 min
In this Q&A episode, I take on your listener questions and discuss… 0:01: The next Renegade Strength Camp in Santa Monica, CA 2:38: Are low reps effective for size gains? 4:33: What's the optimal weekly training schedule? 6:16: The myth of low carb diets for fat loss and performance enhancement 9:45: My definition of fitness 10:46: The Renegade way to succeed with women 11:35: Proper rest periods and cardiovascular training for improving your conditioning 21:32: The counterintuitive way to m...
Jun 30, 2016•51 min
In this episode, I do a deep dive into one of the most important topics for any guy who wants to make long term progress and stay jacked well into his 30s, 40s, 50s, and beyond. 2:38: Is training hard and staying injury free a myth? 3:52: The optimal pre-workout warm-up 4:53: Do you need to train in protective gear like sleeves, wrist wraps, or a belt? 7:54: How to properly control the weight on every rep 10:04: The proper range of motion for maximal size and strength gains 12:21: Should you alw...
Jun 21, 2016•42 min
Renegade nation, we made it. Episode 100. Thank you to all the listeners who have made this possible. To celebrate this milestone, Team Renegade Coach, Jack Penner, is here to take me through 60 questions on training, happiness, and life. 1:00: Updates on my recent blood work and an inside look at my vitamin and hormone levels 5:24: Favorite strength training exercise? 5:46: Favorite body part to train? 6:03: Favorite conditioning exercise? 6:14: Biggest mistake guys make that prevents them from...
Jun 14, 2016•1 hr 2 min
In this episode I take you guys through what's been going on recently here on the West Coast and tackle more of your listener questions including… 0:39: Shout out to all the supporters on social media 1:21: My recap of the Prophets of Rage concert 5:01: What will happen to our friendship if you lack passion 6:40: Remembering Muhammad Ali 7:31: My thoughts on Narcos and Walking Dead 12:05: Podcast questions I'm not gonna answer anymore 14:17: Making a positive impact on the obesity epidemic 17:42...
Jun 07, 2016•40 min
In this Q&A episode I tackle more of your questions on muscle building, as well as personal development. Today's topics include... 0:11: The reason for last week's episode absence 5:06: The mindset strategies you can use to turn any negative situation into a positive 9:47: How to enter the Renegade Summer Shred Transformation Contest and win a trip to Santa Monica to hang and train with me 11:16: A must see documentary, especially for animal lovers 12:15: Is there a limit to the number of cl...
May 31, 2016•49 min
I'm back behind the mic, flying solo, and dropping knowledge. In this Q&A episode I discuss... 0:32: My recent experiences with cryotherapy 5:10: The time I almost dropped a Rock Bottom finisher at Improv 9:39: How you can make a positive environmental impact with your food choices 13:29: How to train your legs without getting knee pain 19:54: Why you shouldn't train fasted 23:17: The training plan for guys sick of traditional programs from the magazines 28:24: What are my main sources of mo...
May 17, 2016•51 min
In this episode, Michael Ellsberg busts myths on following the traditional path to success. Tune in to discover the real steps to financial security, personal freedom, and lifelong happiness. We discuss… 2:16: How did Michael get started as a writer? 3:18: The strange thing that happens when you make strangers hold eye contact in a bar 5:42: Why Michael started studying college dropouts 7:27: The one life skill that all successful people practice 9:05: Why is college a waste of time? 12:37: Thin...
May 10, 2016•52 min
I'm coming back at you for another Q&A episode that addresses topics including... 0:28: Thank you for all the great listener feedback 1:03: Huge shout out to Sy Wigall for sending me an awesome book 1:42: Important follow up to last week's question on elbow pain 2:55: How a 40+ year old guy can lose those last 10lbs of body fat 7:30: Is low rep strength training the best way to get strong? 13:54: How to be a ladies man and get more ass than a toilet seat 19:54: Prioritizing your life to brin...
May 03, 2016•53 min
In this Q&A episode, I answer your questions and discuss topics like... 0:11: Why is the podcast title back to "Renegade Radio?" 4:02: What happened when I grabbed Jay-Z's chain? 5:16: Reminiscing about my days in the NYC club scene 6:51: What music am I currently listening to? 8:21: The aftermath of a 24 year old girl calling my business decisions "unprofessional" 12:35: What is the most important muscle group to stretch for better squats? 13:50: Exercises to avoid when you're dealing with ...
Apr 26, 2016•58 min
I'm back behind the mic, flying solo and answering your questions on topics including... 0:35: Announcing the winners of last week's Perfect Day Formula giveaway 2:32: Life lessons from Kobe Bryant including the need for discipline and a routine 6:25: The game I'm bringing on Snapchat (Find me with the name JasonFerruggia 7:22: Rack deadlifts vs block pulls plus some other ways to make deadlifts better 9:19: How to squat for maximum quad size 12:12: How to tweak your training and nutrition if yo...
Apr 19, 2016•42 min
Tim Larkin is the world's leader in self defense and has worked with some of the most lethal humans on the planet, from Navy SEALs and military special forces to prison inmates and gang members. Today, he is here to transform your views on self-defense, violence, and martial arts training. We discuss... 0:36: Tim tells his story of hanging with Navy SEALs and changing career paths into self protection 6:22: Tim talks about the transition to hand-to-hand combat in the U.S. military and his first ...
Apr 12, 2016•1 hr 24 min
In this episode, New York Times best-selling author Chris Guillebeau returns to the show to discuss his new book Born For This and teach you how to unlock a life of financial freedom and ultimate fulfillment. We discuss…. 0:22: Chris recaps his remarkable trip to every country in the world. 2:54: Chris outlines how he sets (and achieves) his goals 4:32: One rule to follow that will keep you on track with where you spend your time 8:02: When is it time to change your goals? 9:07: Chris’s daily ro...
Apr 05, 2016•41 min
In this Q&A Episode I answer your questions on building muscle, getting ripped, and doing it all without leading an obsessive, neurotic lifestyle. Today's topics include... 1:22: Recap of this year's Fitness Business Summit 3:10: Lessons on networking and forging meaningful relationships. 5:12: Optimal body fat % for gaining muscle and special considerations for skinny guys 10:50: The best training approach for building big triceps 16:28: How to handle cheat days while staying lean 25:10: Ho...
Mar 29, 2016•50 min
In this Q&A episode, I answer your questions on training, nutrition, and personal development including... -0:51: Concert etiquette and wearing band t-shirts -2:04: Listener feedback and shoutouts to iTunes reviewers -3:12: How does a Renegade present himself in public? -7:28: How to improve your chin-ups -10:48: The optimal number of reps for each muscle group -12:07: How heavy do you need to train to build muscle? -12:51: Optimising your body temperature for a high metabolism -14:32: The b...
Mar 15, 2016•43 min
In this episode, I kick things off with a quick rundown of a recent fight I almost got into (at the dog park of all places!) before discussing my most important ideas of training and nutrition, including... - 6:25: My biggest influences in training - 7:13: Lessons from a recent seminar with Dorian Yates - 8:43: What will forever be the biggest factor in building muscle -10:38: How to customize your exercise selection for optimal strength gains - 15:21: Ultra low-carb diets and the minimum carboh...
Mar 08, 2016•53 min
In this episode, one of my closest, lifelong friends, Mike DeSanti, joins me as we talk about the daily habits and mindset strategies around optimizing your life as a modern day man. We discuss… - The surprising technique that will make a dramatic difference in how you feel - A mindset shift that will immediately boost your confidence and sense of empowerment - How to beat crippling over-analysis - Communication tips from the greatest vocal coach in the world, Roger Love - What makes the perfect...
Mar 01, 2016•1 hr 9 min
#86- How to Look Like a Million Bucks In this episode, I dive into what's been going on in at Renegade HQ and tackle some of your recent questions, including… - Hilarious stories from by brand new Dog, Bronx -My current training and conditioning template -A surprising drill to eliminate back and hip pain -Recent business lessons that will radically reduce your stress and increase productivity -A super simple nutrition plan to get lean or build muscle -The most common diet mistake that you’re pro...
Feb 23, 2016•55 min
Don’t call it a three-peat! My dear friend Craig Ballantyne joins me again, by popular demand. This time, to discuss how to create your vision for life. Craig and I dive into all things self-improvement in this jam packed episode. We discuss… - The goal setting mistake you’re probably making and how to fix it - The questions you need to answer to achieve fulfillment - Craig’s favorite exercise for establishing long term goals -The need for positive people in your life and how to find them -The b...
Feb 05, 2016•59 min
In this episode, my long time friend and fellow training fanatic, Danny Kavadlo comes on to talk about the evolution of his thoughts on training and life. We discuss… - The importance of simplicity in your training and life - Is bodyweight training really safer than other methods? - Danny’s biggest frustrations with the fitness industry - The most common mistakes young trainers make - How to autoregulate your training - What’s more effective between bodyweight training and weight training - Dann...
Jan 16, 2016•47 min
In this episode, I discuss the ins and outs of optimal training frequency for anyone from beginners to advanced lifters, including… - The optimal training split for beginners - Who should do full body splits and the optimal exercises for them - The best training set up for intermediate trainees - Small training tweaks for those with knee problems - My favorite low stress workout option. If you’re over 35, you have to try this. - The best training tactic for bringing up your weak body parts. - Ho...
Dec 26, 2015•23 min
In this episode, I dive deep into training and mobility tips for shoulder pain. If you have any nagging problems when you train, tune in to this episode and hear me discuss… -The ideal way to approach your pre-workout warm-up -Training tips and exercise programming to eliminate shoulder pain -My new favorite exercise for building the upper back -Proper technique on bench presses and push-ups -A new body weight drill to improve thoracic mobility -Whether or not you really need to overhead press. ...
Dec 16, 2015•18 min
I am back for another episode to discuss a common mistake that holds you back from growing your business and having a more fulfilling life. Tune in to learn about... -My recent trip back to New Jersey -My biggest realization about what I need to add to my life -The one thing you can start doing today that will help you make more money and have more free time -The most essential things I do for my business and personal life -The one aspect I struggle with in growing my business For more informati...
Dec 07, 2015•24 min
In this episode, I discuss what will always be the single most important component of getting jacked. Tune in to also learn… - The optimum rep range for strength and muscle gain - The reason you stop making progress after your newbie gains run out - How to safely progress your training and avoid injury - The best exercises to set PRs on for the upper and lower body - The optimum workout set up that lets you balance strength, size, and athleticism - The one thing you’re doing wrong when it comes ...
Nov 19, 2015•15 min
