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The Jay Ferruggia Show

Jay Ferruggiajasonferruggia.com
If you're a high-achieving man over 40, who wants to get ripped, build muscle and be fully optimized, this is the premier show for you. Known as "The Transformation King", Jay Ferruggia has over 30 years experience in the fitness industry. He's a trusted advisor to WWE, UFC, MLB, NFL, LiveStrong, Schwarzenegger, and Fortune 500 companies. And there's no one better at helping midlife men make identity-changing transformations. You'll learn simple, cutting-edge strategies that will help you finally build the body you want… and keep it for life.
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13 Life & Fitness Lessons From 500 Episodes

Today, I'm condensing 500 episodes worth of knowledge down to 13 lessons that will dramatically improve your fitness, mindset and life. I've learned a lot over the 9 years since we started the podcast. I've grown, evolved, and become a different person. I hope you have too. And I thank all you for listening. Those who have been been with me since day 1, and those who jumped on board somewhere along the way. I truly appreciate it. Join me as we take a look back and I share… What are the biggest l...

May 18, 202353 min

The Fountain of Youth Formula

Becoming your strongest self is more than sets and reps. Today I'm going to share a few tips that are sure to elevate your life both in and out of the gym. Ready to look and feel better than ever? Press play, and discover the fountain of youth: What's the best way to eat for health and performance? [2:10] How to look younger and live happier? [8:17] What are the keys to operating from strength and taking back control of your life?[16:47] Ready to work with me 1-on-1, join a brotherhood of like-m...

May 12, 202325 min

Stop Doing THIS and Watch Your Income, Relationships, and Confidence Grow

I hear people say all the time that they have a "time management" problem. You don't have a time management problem. You overcomplicate things, entertain bullsh*t, and don't set boundaries... You have a focus problem. But it doesn't have to be that way. Break free of mediocrity, make more money, improve your relationships, and become the man you're destined to be with today's Q&A. Listen and learn: What are the 4 pillars of a meaningful life? [0:45] Are you among the 99% of people stuck in m...

Apr 28, 202330 min

5 Keys to Getting Ripped for Summer

Most men are cool with being the guy who wears a t-shirt in the pool. They've accepted their average, beer-drinking, hotdog-eating, dad bod. But you're not most men. You're the man who takes his shirt off and inspires all the men around to step their game up (and has their wives wishing they were going home with you). The man whose body is a reflection of the dominance he displays across all areas of life. But for the few of you reading this who happen to find yourself in that first category... ...

Apr 21, 202324 min

I Regret Not Learning These Life and Business Lessons Sooner

How you show up, the decisions you make, how you make people feel... What you get from life is the direct result of how you choose to carry yourself. And if you're not getting what you want out of life? Take notes. I'm here today to help you double your income AND self confidence. If I started my business today, here's what I'd do differently... [1:11] What are the biggest mistakes most new trainers (and business owners) make? [16:43] The 3 ways for you to become recession-proof. [23:19] How to ...

Apr 14, 202348 min

Is Cardio Pointless?

You can get jacked and lean without cardio. I've done it. My clients have done it. But does that mean cardio is pointless and should be avoided? I've got you covered with the answer to that question, and more, in today's Q&A... How many cups of coffee is too many? [0:53] Is anaerobic work necessary? [10:49] What foods are ideal for reducing inflammation? [13:53] Does tempo matter when training? [17:58] How to determine which training split is best for you? [21:37] What's the key to staying m...

Apr 07, 202331 min

#494: How to Unleash Your Strongest Self

I'm back with another powerful Q&A to help you unleash your strongest self! Get those notebooks ready, as my brother John Alvino and I will be dropping plenty of knowledge bombs on ya. You don't wanna miss a second of this one! Listen and learn: Is the Mediterranean diet good for muscle growth? [2:59] How low should your resting heart rate be? [8:32] When is the best time to take an ice bath? [11:33] What does a leg day warmup look like? [15:58] Is there an optimal timing window for pre/post...

Apr 05, 202352 min

#493: I HATE Training Like This

It pains me to see and hear most of the sh*t floating around these days. In fact, I say that 99.9% of the people on the planet are wasting almost every set they do. Wasting damn near every workout. Every dollar of their gym membership. Every second of their time. Look, if you're not training close to failure you're not gonna grow. But what does that look like? It's actually tougher than you think. Find out how, why machines are invaluable, and much more in today's Q&A. I'd rather take up kni...

Mar 24, 202347 min

#492: How to Get the Most Out of Your Warmup Sets

I'm often asked about warmup sets. Are they necessary? How many should you do? Do you need to do them before every exercise? How heavy should you go? How many reps? Should you be stretching? How long should your warmup last? All great questions. The answers aren't always straightforward and simple. In this Q&A episode, I'll walk you through my warmup on a typical push day and give you the information you need to get the most out of your warmup sets. I'll also dive into a few more of your que...

Mar 17, 202334 min

#491: Why High Rep Sets ARE Effective

I'm back with another powerful Q&A to help you get jacked, healthy, and live your best life. Listen and learn: What are my favorite cable exercises, and what's the one piece of equipment every home gym needs? [0:38] Is there a way boost your immunity and get over sickness quickly? [5:02] What's the key to health and longevity? [7:59] Why I hate barbell back squats. [10:25] Can you train for fat loss? [11:56] What songs would be on the soundtrack of my life? [17:21] How you can make close-gri...

Mar 14, 202327 min

#490: How to Prevent Metabolic Diseases w/ Dr. Latt Mansor

We all want to live longer, avoid metabolic diseases, think clearer, and perform better. Today's guest, Dr. Latt Mansor, is here to help you do just that. As an expert in physiology and metabolism, he consults with elite sport, military, clinical and research organizations. He's the Research Lead at H.V.M.N. and holds a PhD in Physiology, Anatomy and Genetics from the University of Oxford, an M.A. from Columbia University and B.Sc. from the University of Nottingham in Biotechnology. He's got a l...

Mar 09, 202356 min

#489: How To Eliminate Injuries, & Why Studies Suck

Wanna build muscle and gain strength without the constant, nagging injuries? Of course you do. Training should make you feel better. Not beat you up. So take notes as I've got 5 tips to help you prevent and eliminate injuries without sacrificing results. I'll also fill you in on a simple approach to nutrition, my thoughts on the latest studies, and more... What are the 5 things you need to know to prevent and eliminate injuries? [2:54] My basic, no bs, nutrition guide. [6:32] Have studies destro...

Feb 28, 202318 min

#488: Why I Don't Use Barbells

Years ago I ditched the straight bar in my training. My body has thanked me every day since. But I get it. Most people don't want to evolve. "Arnold used barbells." Yup, and football players wore leather helmets with no face masks. In this episode we'll discuss that, alternatives to overhead pressing, eating for size, hydrating properly, and... My #1 investment tip. Don't miss this one! Should you ditch barbells too? [2:44] Can you develop big shoulders without overhead pressing? [8:42] How to k...

Feb 22, 202331 min

#487: Heal Your Gut - The Key to Transforming Your Health w/ Marc Washington

Marc Washington is the Founder and CEO of Supergut : the leading evidence-based nutrition brand designed to empower consumers to reclaim and sustain control over their bodies through the science of the gut microbiome. Marc holds an M.B.A. from Harvard Business School and B.S. from Princeton University and he launched Supergut to fix the broken food system and create alternative methods for individuals looking to transform their health through their gut. His passion for health and wellness flows ...

Feb 18, 202348 min

#486: Life Lessons from U.S. Special Forces Member, Bryan Ray

Bryan Ray is a dedicated family man and a true patriot. He served 20 years in the U.S. Army, most of which in Special Forces, has travelled the globe and gained a vast amount of experience leading teams through complex mission sets with strategic impact. Now the Institutional and Government Sales lead at H.V.M.N. - Health Via Modern Nutrition , his passion for working with teams and improving performance provides a natural connection with team owners and trainers with a desire to achieve excelle...

Feb 13, 202351 min

#485: Top 10 Ways to Reduce Anxiety

Anxiety is a silent killer. It affects your body internally and externally. Mentally and physically. And you could be killing yourself by following the commonly held fitness advice. Ya boy doesn't want you out here killing yourself. I need your hormones and libido on point. Cognitive function optimized. Immune system boosted. Dominating across the board. So press play and take notes. I've got you covered with the BEST, real-world, tried and tested methods that will surely have your anxiety in ch...

Feb 09, 202332 min

#484: How to Get the Most Out of Cardio, Protein Shakes for Breakfast, and Unlocking Your Ultimate Superpower

Some evils in life are unavoidable. Cardio doesn't have to be one of them. In today's Q&A I'll fill you in on a few secrets to get the most out of your cardio sessions and more. Listen to find out: What are my Top-5 cardio implements and how often should you be doing them? [0:35] Why having a protein shake in the morning may not be the best idea. [4:30] The harsh reality of being an entrepreneur. [11:31] Sponsors Cured Nutrition : The perfect way to start your day. Cut through the fog and fi...

Feb 02, 202321 min

#483: How I Built a 7-Figure Business, Approaching the Unknown, & a Quick Fix for Back Pain

I'm back with another powerful Q&A to help you become your strongest self. Listen and learn: Improve shoulder, lower back, and knee issues in just 10 minutes? [2:37] Do this if you wanna feel like sh*t. [7:33] Why you should be more like Stone Cold. [11:52] Back issues? Try this... [15:54] How I built a 7-figure business. [17:26] Sponsors BiOptimizers : Want an all-in-one solution to improve your sleep, mood, stress levels, and overall health and vitality? Your answer lies at magbreakthrough...

Jan 26, 202344 min

#482: Prevention Over Prescription w/ Dr. Thomas Hemingway

Dr. Thomas Hemingway practices holistic and integrative medicine and is the host of the top-rated health podcast "Unshakeable Health". He's known for distilling the latest medical knowledge and science into digestible steps and his upcoming book, " PREVENTABLE! 5 Powerful Practices to Avoid Disease and Build Unshakeable Health " describes the foundational principles for creating lifelong health. He's wealth of knowledge, and he's here today to share some of it with you to help you optimize your ...

Jan 24, 20231 hr 3 min

#481: Divide and Conquer - Are You Falling Victim to the Propaganda? w/ Tony Brasunas

Censorship is at an all-time high in this country. The disinformation and "fake news" is prevalent. Today's guest, Tony Brasunas, is here to expose the truth. His new book, Red, White & Blind: The Truth About Disinformation and the Path to Media Consciousness , aims to help Americans defend our rights to Free Speech and a Free Press. And he's here today to share some of his research, inform you of the dangers, and let you know what you can do to take back control. Is the corporate news media...

Jan 20, 202359 min

#480: If I Started Training Today HERE'S What I'd Do Differently

I'm back with another powerful Q&A to help you level up your training, and get the body and life you desire. You submit the questions. I've got the answers. Listen and learn: 4 tips that will drastically change your training. [1:16] What you need to focus on as you get older. [5:30] The right way progressively overload with DBs. [7:42] The blueprint to dieting for weight loss. [10:00] One of best things you can do post-training. [20:54] How to attract the right people in your life. [26:46] I...

Jan 13, 202334 min

#479: 9 Tips for Your Best Year Ever

We're only a few days into the new year. How are your resolutions holding up? Are you already feeling overwhelmed? Disappointed by your broken promises? You're not alone. It's easy to buy into the "new year, new me" mentality, try to change too many things at once, and end up right back in the same spot... Tired, burnt out, and resultless. But the year is still young. You've still got plenty of time to crush your goals and these simple changes will help elevate your body, mind, and life in 2023....

Jan 06, 202325 min

#478: Overrated/Underrated: Fasting, Overhead Pressing, Blood Flow Restriction, & More

Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) training has gained popularity in recent years. But is it overrated? What about the countless other concepts, theories, and methods in strength training? At times it can be hard to tell the real from the fake. Let's clear some of that up today. I had you guys send in your questions, and I'm here with my take on whether I feel these (and others) are overrated or underrated: Protein powder? [2:20] Calf raises? [3:56] Overhead pressing? [7:24] Chains? [11:26] Intra-work...

Dec 30, 202241 min

#477: Combining Bodyweight Training & Free Weights for the Best Results

Do you include bodyweight exercises in your workouts? Should you? Can you maximize results by combining bodyweight training and free weights? Or should you be married to one? I've got the answers to all of these questions in today's episode. Listen and learn: Is there a difference between calisthenics and bodyweight training? [1:21] Bodyweight, free weights, machines: which provides the best stimulus per body part? Neck and traps [1:53] Shoulders [8:42] Triceps and biceps [12:42] Chest [19:18] B...

Dec 27, 202238 min

#476: Top 7 Ways To Boost Recovery (Build Muscle Faster)

You train your a$$ off in the gym. It's imperative that you only put the highest quality foods in your body. Yet you're STILL not seeing the results you want. Or maybe you like what you see in the mirror, but you constantly feel like sh*t... Your joints are banged up, your energy and libido are low, your mood is all over the map. If any of this sounds familiar it could be because you're overlooking one of the most crucial factors in building the body you deserve. Recovery. What you do during the...

Dec 23, 202221 min

#475: The Unpopular Reality Of Progressive Overload

I'm sure you've heard that progressive overload is the most important thing in strength training. But you may be looking at it all wrong. In fact, the common approach to progressive overload may be complete BULLSH*T. What?! I know. Put your pitch forks down. Before you crucify me and label me a charlatan, press play. You may be surprised. Why does the commonly held approach to progressive overload need to be reconsidered? [1:45] What's the correct way to progress in the gym? [7:40] So what's the...

Dec 20, 202226 min

#474: How You Can Reach Unimaginable Levels of Success w/ Jean-Paul Gravel

Founder of The Omnipotent and ThroughConversation , Jean-Paul Gravel is a human potential coach, author, and speaker. For more than 18 years, his innovative approach has helped countless high-level achievers re-establish emotional health and inner strength, rekindle vibrancy and meaning in their relationships, and achieve peak professional performance. As the preeminent master of omnipotence, he works with the top 1% of the world's elite to help them achieve ultimate success beyond all limits. J...

Dec 15, 20221 hr 11 min

#473: WARNING: Don't Buy Into These 5 Training Myths

Most people waste years in the gym. Not only do they not get any leaner, bigger, or stronger but they destroy their joints and CNS while they're at it. Ouch. I've been there. I've tried everything under the sun. Through thirty years of experiments - on myself and my clients - I've figured out what works and what doesn't... These 5 common training myths simply don't work. In fact, they're likely holding you back and making your results worse. And I'm here today to tell you how. Myth #1 - You shou...

Dec 09, 202228 min

#472: Redefining the Midlife Male w/ Greg Scheinman

Greg Scheinman is a performance coach, speaker, and bestselling author. As an entrepreneur he built and sold two successful businesses, and was a multimillion producer for one of the largest insurance firms in the US. He's a husband, father, 2x winner of the D10 Decathlon, and is the founder and face of the Midlife Male; a media company that reaches a weekly audience of 15,000 high-earning men. Midlife and crisis don't have to be synonymous, and he's here today to help you live your best life in...

Dec 06, 20221 hr 1 min

#471: 5 Reasons You're Not Gaining Muscle

Are you frustrated by the lack of results you're getting in the gym? Putting in the time, the effort, the hard work, and not seeing the muscle gains you want? Not sure what exactly you should be doing to change this with all of the contradictory information out there? Well listen up, and make sure you're not violating any of these 5 training mistakes that are sure to kill your gains. Sponsors Organifi : You put in the work every day. Now let Organifi Gold put in work for you while you sleep. Get...

Dec 02, 202227 min
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