Best Barbell Shrugged Podcasts (2024)

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[The Enhanced Games] Redefining Athletic Boundaries w/ Dr. Guillermo Escalante, Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Coach Travis Mash #757 54:21

23m ago54:21

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Dr. Escalante is currently a Professor of Kinesiology and Assistant Dean for the College of Natural Sciences at California State University, San Bernardino. He is a scholar in the areas of exercise science, sports nutrition, and sports medicine. His research interests include sports nutrition/supplementation, body composition assessment, physique e…

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S 699: Got Gut Health? Part 4: Stomach Acid, Digestive Enzymes, and Bile 23:46

2h ago23:46

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Concluding our Got Gut Health? series, in part 4, we will discuss stomach acid, digestive enzymes, bile, and tests you can do at home to assess stomach acid levels if you so choose. Other topics include: - Gut Health 101 Workshop - Digestive Health’s Role Within Health - Episodes on Similar Topics - The Digestive Chain - Being a Digestive Detective…

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S 698: Got Gut Health? Part 3: An Introduction to Gut Dysbiosis 28:34

2h ago28:34

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Continuing our Got Gut Health? Series, today's episode will dive into the topic of gut dysbiosis, the gut microbiome, and issues that arise from gut dysbiosis. Topics include: - Part 3 of Got Gut Health Series - Gut Health 101 Workshop - Gut Dysbiosis - Gut Microbiome Starts at Birth - What is Bacterial Dysbiosis? - Potential Side Effects - IBS - A…

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S 697: Got Gut Health? Part 2: Intestinal Permeability and "Leaky Gut" 26:19

2h ago26:19

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Continuing our series in part 2, we will be covering a recently popular topic with some controversy and a lot of misconceptions around it. "Leaky gut" or as it is actually known intestinal permeability has either two camps: it's the problem and solution to all of your health problems or it's complete nonsense. Like most things, it is somewhere in t…

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S 696: Got Gut Health? Part 1: Defining Good Digestion 29:23

1h ago29:23

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In lead up to our next workshop around the science and solutions needed to solve client digestive complaints, today is Part 1 of a 4 part series where we are diving into all things gut health. What better way to start off this series than defining digestion itself. What is good digestion? What does acute and chronic constipation and diarrhea look l…

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Physiology Friday: [Testosterone + Gut Health] How to Avoid TRT by Healing Your Gut w/ Anders Varner, Doug Larson, Travis Mash and Dan Garner Barbell Shrugged 51:34

1h ago51:34

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In today’s episode of Barbell Shrugged you will learn: Understanding the theory of constraints in your physiology Why doctors use testosterone as a catch all for so many symptoms Why TRT is not the answer to low testosterone in your labs Why alcohol can be detrimental to long term gut health and leaky gut How alcohol affects testosterone Why low te…

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[HIIT] A Minimalist Approach to Building Muscle and Vo2Max w/ Dr. Martin Gibala, Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Coach Travis Mash #756 49:42

26m ago49:42

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Dr. Martin Gibala is a professor and the Faculty of Science Research Chair in Integrative Exercise Physiology at McMaster University. His research examines the mechanistic basis of exercise responses and the impacts on health and performance. Dr. Gibala is widely known for his work on high-intensity interval training. He has published over 150 peer…

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S 695: Top Hack For Saving Money On Your Health and Fitness Journey 19:48

8h ago19:48

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There's a heavily underutilized hack when it comes to saving money on your health and fitness journey and over the past few years, it has even expanded. In today's episode, we're going to cover Health Savings Accounts or HSA's and how this can be not only helpful come tax time but potentially paying for gym memberships, equipment, certain supplemen…

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S 694: Q&A: Overdoing Supplementation and Plan B Side Effect Considerations 19:38

1d ago19:38

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Bringing back a Q&A style episode for you in today's episode and wanted to cover two specific questions I received from you all. Specifically, we'll be covering whether or not you can overdo it when it comes to supplementation, what I would recommend as far as micronutrients to be mindful of, and ending with a women's health question around Plan B …

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Physiology Friday: [Cholesterol] How to Read Bloodwork for Lipids, Triglycerides, and Fatty Acids w/ Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Dan Garner Barbell Shrugged 46:24

1d ago46:24

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In today’s episode of Barbell Shrugged you will learn: What are lipids What is cholesterol The difference between HDL and LDL cholesterol Why there is no such thing as “good” or “bad” cholesterol What are the bloodwork numbers for optimal cholesterol What is the perfect ratio of HDL and LDL Ratios for Triglycerides to HDL for optimal health Mechani…

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The Mission After: Finding Purpose After Military Service w/ Michael Bledsoe, Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Coach Travis Mash #755 58:21

3d ago58:21

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As a seasoned entrepreneur with 16 years under his belt, Bledsoe has dedicated my career to guiding others to enjoy physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health. His journey began after serving in the Navy, where I embraced the mission to optimize my own health, relationships and discover a greater purpose. My passion extends beyond profession…

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S 693: Overrated or Underrated: Fermented Foods For Gut Health 18:02

4d ago18:02

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Are fermented foods overhyped when it comes to gut health and other health benefits or is it actually underrated? In today's episode, we'll be exploring the area of fermented foods and looking at a few evidence based studies to determine whether it is overrated or underrated. Topics include: - Overrated or Underrated: Fermented Foods - What We’ll C…

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S 692: The Power of The Upward Spiral & Sustaining A Positive Outlook Through Your Health Journey 21:02

8d ago21:02

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We often hear about avoiding a downward spiral and losing momentum whether it's in a health and fitness journey or owning a business but in today's episode, I want to flip that on its head. I want to share some thoughts around the idea of an upward spiral and how to sustain a positive outlook through an endeavor. Topics include: - Sustaining Your P…

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Physiology Friday: [Recovery] How to Build a Resilient Physiology w/ Anders Varner Doug Larson, and Dan Garner Barbell Shrugged 48:13

19d ago48:13

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In today’s episode of Barbell Shrugged you will learn: How to define resilience Understanding psychology vs physiological resilience What are the biomarkers of resilience Cortisol wakening response and how it relates to stress response Is balance possible between stress and recovery How much stress can you body handle before physiology begins to br…

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S 691: Why Preventive Health is Pro Freedom (July 4th FitPro Edition) 16:22

9d ago16:22

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On this day of celebrating freedom and independence, when it comes to health, there's a practice we can all engage in that will afford us the potential for the most amount of freedom for our entire lifespan. That practice is preventive health. I'll explain this practice and why it's important to consider the future version of yourself. Topics inclu…

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The Roll of Skill Development for Improving Fitness and Longevity w/ Jordan Syatt, Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Coach Travis Mash #754 50:28

10d ago50:28

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Elite Powerlifter, Precision Nutrition & Westside Barbell Certified coach, Jordan Syatt is well known as Gary Vaynerchuk's personal trainer. Jordan began Syatt Fitness, his online fitness coaching business, from his dorm at the University of Delaware in 2011 and has become one of the industry's leading experts in strength training, nutrition, and b…

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S 690: Unpacking The Truth Around GLP-1 Probiotics and Implications On Gut Health 21:17

11d ago21:17

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You've probably heard of Ozempic or GLP-1's but have you heard of GLP-1 probiotics? In today's episode, we're going to break down the role and benefits of probiotics, how GLP-1 probiotics stack up, why the marketing is way ahead of the studies and data, and more. Topics include: - GLP-1 Probiotics? - Targeted Ads - The Mucus Layer of The Gut - Good…

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S 689: The Reality of Building a Service Based Online Health & Nutrition Business & What The Guru's Aren't Telling You 17:06

15d ago17:06

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Despite that Instagram ad you've seen recently about how easy it is to start and scale an online fitness & nutrition business, the reality is very different. It's one of the hardest things in reality and in this episode, I want to explain why using an analogy of a fine dining experience. This isn't to say you shouldn't try and fully commit to it bu…

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Physiology Friday: [Body Transformation] Simple Strategies to Getting Shredded w/ Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Dan Garner Barbell Shrugged 59:14

15d ago59:14

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In today’s episode of Barbell Shrugged you will learn: Setting goals for physique transformation How long should you plan for a bulk and cut Strategies for building muscle on a bulk How to handle lagging body parts Time frame for cutting weight and getting shredded Being realistic on the amount of fat you truly need to lose Prep cycles for peak wee…

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Sleep’s Role in Cellular and Metabolic Health w/ Dr. Chris Perry, Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Coach Travis Mash #753 54:47

18d ago54:47

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Dr. Christopher A. Perry, an Assistant Professor at Eastern Kentucky University, began his fitness journey at Penn State University, where he developed a robust background in Strength & Conditioning leading to 17 years in the industry to date. His academic path, leading through a PhD at Arizona State University, deepened his expertise in Exercise S…

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S 688: 7 Things I've Changed My Mind On Over The Last 15 Years In The Health and Fitness Industry 32:52

18d ago32:52

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Being in this industry for a good amount of time now and with my own personal priorities changing along with being presented new evidence, there are many things I've changed my mind on in the health and fitness space. In today's episode, I want to highlight 7 of them specifically and explain why I've changed my mind on these topics. Topics include:…

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S 687: Fruitful Facts: Are Fruits a Weight Wrecker or Health Hero? 12:48

22d ago12:48

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There's been a lot of controversy around fruit and fructose consumption on social media but what does the research say? In today's episode, we're going to look at a few apple consumption studies to see where the truth lies and the implications from these studies. Topics include: - Will Fruit Make You Fat? - Focusing On Apple Studies In This Episode…

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Physiology Friday: [Optimal vs. Normal Health] Why Normal Reference Ranges Will Not Lead You to Optimal Health w/ Anders Varner, Doug Larson, Travis Mash and Dan Garner 56:28

23d ago56:28

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In this Episode of Barbell Shrugged: The spectrum of health from sick, to not sick, and to optimal. Optimal is a word thrown around with ease in the healthy space. What does optimal health look and feel like? Why are the current blood markers in a normal range and not optimal? Where are normal reference ranges created? If you want to know optimal r…

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A Doctor’s Journey to Optimizing Health and Performance w/ Dr. Mark Farmer, Anders Varner, and Doug Larson #752 50:20

28d ago50:20

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Dr. Mark Farmer, born in London, England, is a distinguished orthopedic surgeon specializing in knee and shoulder surgery. After earning his undergraduate and medical degrees from Georgetown University in Washington, DC, he completed his residency at Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York, followed by a Sports Medicine Fellowship at Jeffer…

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S 686: Do Female Physicians Provide Better Care vs Their Male Counterparts? New Surprising Study Revealed 18:57

25d ago18:57

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A recent study showed some surprising statistics when it comes to female vs male physician performance, mortality, readmission rates, and surgical outcomes. What was even more surprising is both males and females may benefit more from having a female physician. Does this mean you should immediately dump your male physician? There's many factors to …

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S 685: Hormones, Fertility, and Microplastics: The Silent Threat on Men's Health and Reproduction 20:36

29d ago20:36

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A concerning amount of studies and data have come out recently to show the presence of micro-plastics in testicles. How big of a deal is this issue? In today's episode, I'm going to breakdown a few recent studies on the topic, explain how to minimize your exposure to these items in question and what to be weary of, and whether or not this is major …

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Physiology Friday: [Psoriasis] A 3-Step System to Find Root Cause, Relief, and Symptom Management w/ Anders Varner, Doug Larson, Travis Mash, and Dan Garner 40:46

1M ago40:46

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What is psoriasis. How is it related to other skin issues like eczema, acne, and Rosacea. What is causing the body to overproduce skin cells as a protective measure. What lab tests likely need to be ordered to see immune disfunction and root causes. Topical treatments that help manage symptoms vs. addressing root cause. Are the skin issues the firs…

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[Muscle Plasticity] How to Build More Muscle, Faster w/ Dr. Christopher Fry, Anders Varner, and Doug Larson #751 1:00:18

1M ago1:00:18

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Christopher Fry is an Associate Professor with tenure in the Department of Athletic Training and Clinical Nutrition and the Co-Director for the Center for Muscle Biology at the University of Kentucky. Chris completed a B.S. in Biology at Baylor University (2006), Ph.D. in biomedical sciences at the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB, 2011) an…

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S 684: Avoiding The Self-Comparison Trap & Understanding The Hedonic Treadmill 27:20

1M ago27:20

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We've all heard the advice around comparison to others and why, in most cases, it's the thief of joy but there's another type of comparison we need to be aware of as health and nutrition coaches and that is self-comparison. In this episode, I want to explain the psychological concept of the hedonic treadmill and why moving the goalpost further and …

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S 683: A New Era For Nutrition Coaches and Avoiding The Blackberry Pitfall 17:10

1M ago17:10

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Depending on your age, you might remember in 2007 Blackberries dominating the cell phone marketplace. Fast forward a few years later, they fell to 0.1% of the market share and the health and nutrition coaching industry is seeing a similar trend. What was once novel with macro coaching and exercise plans is now a commodity and can be accessed on hun…

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Physiology Friday: [Brain Health] Science and Strategies for Optimizing Brain Health w/ Dan Garner, Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Coach Travis Mash 50:43

1M ago50:43

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In today’s episode of Barbell Shrugged, we'll be discussing the various factors that impact brain health and exploring strategies for optimizing brain function. First, we'll be discussing the impact of exercise on brain health. Research has shown that regular exercise can help to improve brain function, enhance cognitive performance, and even reduc…

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Speed, Strength and Power Development w/ Dr. Tim Suchomel, Anders Varner, and Doug Larson #750 55:38

2M ago55:38

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Timothy J. Suchomel, PhD, CSCS*D, RSCC is an associate professor of exercise science and program director of the Sport Physiology and Performance Coaching master's program at Carroll University. In addition, Dr. Suchomel serves as the director of the Carroll University Sport Performance Institute and as a human performance coach with Carroll athlet…

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S 682: The Truth About Cellulite: The Root Causes That No One Is Talking About 25:46

1M ago25:46

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Almost every woman has a vendetta against cellulite as 87% - 98% of women have some form of cellulite regardless of body fat percentage. In today's episode, we're going to discuss potential reasons for this including gut health and no, I will not be recommending some quick fix cream. You know I am lifestyle, nutrition, and training focused when it …

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Physiology Friday: [Liver] A Deep Dive into Health, Biomarkers, and Optimization w/ Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Dan Garner 45:53

2M ago45:53

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In today's episode of Barbell Shrugged the team digs into liver health, biomarkers, and optimization. The liver is a remarkable organ that performs numerous essential functions necessary for our overall well-being. Maintaining a healthy liver is vital, and understanding the role of biomarkers and optimization can help us achieve that goal. Our life…

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