Strength Ratio

By Team Strength Ratio

Health Professional Sports & Recreation Amateur Fitness & Nutrition

What's Strength Ratio about?

The health and fitness podcast that's pledged allegiance to science, perpetual education, and investigating all things sustainable training.

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Strength Ratio episodes:

04.30.2020
Episode 59: Dr. Jason Miller on the Intricacies, Challenges, and Joys of Coaching Weightlifting
When you're an olympic weightlifting coach, you're a leader, a guide, a teacher: You're the go-to person when people around you need answers. And while this is certainly a position of honor, it also comes with its difficulties, chief among...
04.16.2020
Episode 58: Dane Miller on the Science, Business, and ART of Coaching
Dane Miller is a force. Twice-over business owner and coach of Olympic competitors, world champions, and NCAA athletes across 7 sports, he combines a deep knowledge of sports performance with business acumen and people skills you just can't teach. We...
04.01.2020
Episode 57: Dr. Lisa Lewis on the Mechanics of Motivation
"Your most effective instrument for effecting change is your rapport, your relationship with the client." We'll let that sink in for a moment. This quote, so profound in its succinct expression of truth, is one of the many gems that emerged...
12.13.2019
Episode 56: The Road to Success Is Paved with Good Habits
That distance between who you are and who you want to become? It can feel staggering, daunting, even impassible at times. Especially if you’re fixating on the sheer expanse of it. However, if you focus on taking a single step...
09.11.2019
Episode 55: Pixie and Alan on Why Nutrition Is a Social Justice Issue, not a Moral Issue
On episode 55, Pixie Turner, M.Sc., and Alan Flanagan, M.Sc, joined us as we jumped into our coveralls, rolled up our sleeves, and took a look under the sputtering, stalling, overheating hood of public nutrition. And what did we find there?...
08.06.2019
Episode 54: Evan Peikon on Advancing Concurrent Training with Limiting Systems
Common knowledge has it, you shouldn’t train for ultra marathons at the same time that you train the snatch and the clean and jerk. Common knowledge has it, if you try to build strength, you shouldn’t also try to build...
07.02.2019
Episode 53: Bret Contreras on Coaching Like a Carpenter, Not a Guru
You know what great coaches are like? Carpenters. Carpenters that have a whole host of tools at their disposal-- carpenters who know how to deploy those tools at the right times, during the right projects, and for the right purposes. You...
06.12.2019
Episode 52: Gommaar D’Hulst on Why CrossFit is One Small Rep for Man, One Giant Broad Jump for Mankind
In today’s hyperspeed, digitized world, people don’t seem to have time for paradox or ambivalence. They want clearly defined, mutually exclusive sides, and they want to align with one immediately. But while this may be an expedient approach to separating...
05.20.2019
Episode 51: Introspection over Instagram and Science over Sensationalism-- Pixie Turner’s Take on Nutrition in the Media
Nutrition can be a topsy-turvy place-- a place where misinformation parades around in six-pack suits with “fitspo” masks, where cult leaders preach food restriction dogma from social media pulpits, where marketing supplants science, and where people trap themselves in echo-chamber...
04.15.2019
Episode 50: Mel Davis on Goal Setting: A Human Approach
No matter how much you know, no matter how much experience you have, no matter how steadfast or disciplined or committed you are, you’re human. And, as Dr. Mel Davis, Ph.D. in Neurobiology and Behavior, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black Belt,...
04.03.2019
Episode 49: Alan Flanagan Defends the Science of Nutrition
When it comes to nutrition, there’s an elephant in the room. Actually, a few. And Alan Flanagan, M.Sc., Ph.D. candidate studying chrono-nutrition, and former lawyer, joins us on Episode 49 to confront them. He begins with a particularly stubborn impediment to...
03.20.2019
Episode 48: Bryce Lewis on the Modern Coach-Athlete Relationship
As Bryce Lewis, IFP Champion, Drug-Free Powerlifting Coach, and founder of The Strength Athlete, puts it, “The whole relationship between a coach and an athlete is hinged upon success or failure in making the athlete better.” So how can we...
02.27.2019
Episode 47: Jaime Tartar on the Brain, The Body, and Sleep For Chronic Stress Reduction & Longevity
Episode 47 of the Strength Ratio Podcast features Neuroscientist, Ph.D Jaime Tartar, Professor at Nova Southeastern University and President of the non-profit, “Society for NeuroSports”. Jaime joins us to discuss sleep and stress in the context of general health and performance....
02.11.2019
Episode 46: - Eric Trexler on Metabolic Adaptation, Non-exercise Activity Thermogenesis (NEAT), and a Cross-Comparison of Aerobic Training, Resistance Training, and HIIT for Fat Loss
Episode 46 of the Strength Ratio Podcast features Phd of Human Movement Sciences and Stronger by Science Director of Education, Eric Trexler. This episode expands upon the topic discussed with prior guest, Jackson Peos: metabolic adaptations to dieting. Eric explains how,...
02.04.2019
Episode 45: Jackson Peos on Intermittent Dieting vs. Continuous Dieting for the Athlete
Episode 45 of the Strength Ratio Podcast features PhD Candidate, Jackson Peos. We welcomed Jackson to the show to discuss his latest literature review, titled “Intermittent Dieting: Theoretical Considerations for the Athlete”. Jackson conducted his review with the help of...
01.28.2019
Episode 44: John Gilliam on Abnormal Imaging in Pain-Free Populations & Client Expectations on Outcomes
Episode 44 of the Strength Ratio Podcast features John Gilliam, Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS). John discusses two primary topics on the show. The first topic involves a literature review of abnormal images on...
01.21.2019
Episode 43: Dr. Andy Galpin on the Evolution of Strength & Conditioning, Fiber Type Changes, and Concurrent Training
We’re joined by Dr. Andy Galpin in Episode 43 of the Strength Ratio Podcast. Andy, who holds a PhD in human bioenergetics, is the founder and director of the Biochemistry and Molecular Exercise Laboratory at California State University, Fullerton. He...
12.26.2018
Episode 42: Alex Harrison on Concurrent Training (Part 2) and HIIT "High Intensity Interval Training"
Alex Harrison, Science Consultant of Renaissance Periodization, joins us again to discuss Concurrent Training. Alex references the graph below, from the symposium review “Concurrent exercise training: do opposites distract?” by Coffey and Hawley, to explain the interference effect for both...
12.25.2018
Episode 41: James Hoffmann on Volume Landmarks for Hypertrophy, Power, and Strength
James Hoffmann, consultant for Renaissance Periodization, joins us again to discuss the volume landmarks of training. In Episode 31, James discussed the volume landmarks in the context of field sports and CrossFit. In this episode, however, James focuses on recoverable...
11.23.2018
Episode 40: Eric Helms on Microcycle Progressions for Volume & for Strength
Episode 40 welcomes Eric Helms, PhD in Strength and Conditioning and author/coach for 3D Muscle Journey. This episode focuses most notably on microcycle progressions for hypertrophy training, wherein Eric shares his thoughts on the weekly evolution of loading and volume for...
11.16.2018
Episode 39: Mike Tuchscherer on "Emerging Strategies"
Episode 39 of the Strength Ratio Podcast features acclaimed powerlifter and coach, Mike Tuchscherer. Mike is also the founder of Reactive Training Systems (RTS). Reactive Training Systems is an online coaching, programming, and content provider for powerlifters. This podcast is centered...
10.25.2018
Episode 38: Max Aita of Juggernaut Training Systems
Episode 38 of the Strength Ratio Podcast features Coach Max Aita, who has spent nearly two decades in both Weightlifting and Powerlifting. Max has produced numerous senior national medalists in Weightlifting, as well as world record holders in Powerlifting. We first...
10.19.2018
Episode 37: Mike Molloy of M2 Performance Nutrition
Mike Molloy, owner of M2 Performance Nutrition, joins us for Episode 37 of the Strength Ratio Podcast. Mike, who has worked as a nutrition coach for nearly a decade, explains how his one-on-one coaching has evolved from writing macro prescriptions, alone,...
10.05.2018
Episode 36: Mattie Rogers & Danny Camargo
Episode 36 of the Strength Ratio Podcast features World Championships Silver Medalist, Mattie Rogers, and her coach, Danny Camargo, who’s earned Level 5 Senior International Distinction. We begin the episode by discussing their latest competition, the American Open Series III. Mattie...
09.28.2018
Episode 35: Zach & Kyle's Reflection Episode
In Episode 35 of the Strength Ratio Podcast, Zach & Kyle review the major talking points of the latest five episodes. The topics discussed in this episode include the gut microbiome, athlete monitoring, and the relative frequency of high versus...
09.05.2018
Episode 34: Alex Harrison - A Journey from Power To Endurance
Episode 34 of the Strength Ratio Podcast features yet another team member of Renaissance Periodization, Alex Harrison. Alex received his Ph.D in Sports Performance from East Tennessee State University. As an Olympic Hopeful in bobsled, Alex had trained many years for improved...
08.30.2018
Episode 33: Jacob Reed on Athlete Monitoring
Episode 33 of the Strength Ratio Podcast features another team member of Renaissance Periodization, Jacob Reed. Alongside his peers, Dr. James Hoffmann (Episode 31) and Dr. Mike Israetel (Episode 18), Jacob received his Ph.D in Sports Performance from East Tennessee...
08.23.2018
Episode 32: Jeff Nichols (CSCS*D, TSAC-F*D) on "Purpose, Process, and Love"
Jeff Nichols, former Navy Seal and Strength & Conditioning coach of roughly twenty years, joins us to discuss his shared views on sustainable training as well as process-based perspectives and mental toughness. Jeff's current business, Performance First, emphasizes "purpose, process, and...
08.16.2018
Episode 31: James Hoffmann on Volume Landmarks for Sport
James Hoffmann, who holds a PhD in Sports Physiology, is a consultant for Renaissance Periodization. Jame's contributions to the field of exercise science have had a notable impact on our education in, and programming for, sports performance. In Episode 31, James...
08.09.2018
Episode 30: Dr. Gabrielle Fundaro on the Gut Microbiome
Episode 30 of the Strength Ratio Podcast features Dr. Gabrielle Fundaro, PhD in Human Nutrition and nutrition coach for Renaissance Periodization, who joins us to discuss digestive health and the gut microbiome. Gabrielle first discusses digestive physiology to explain nutrient absorption...
07.16.2018
Episode 29: Markers of Performance
In Episode 29 of the Strength Ratio Podcast, we discuss how you can both qualitatively and quantitively measure performance over time so as to gauge the effectiveness of your training. We also offer practical programming benchmarks for weightlifters, powerlifters and...
06.29.2018
Episode 28: Performance Nutrition - Quantity & Quality
In Episode 25 of the Strength Ratio Podcast, Dr. Sobolewski joins us to discuss considerations for both quantity and quality of food for sports performance. Nutrition can seem overwhelming. That’s why Dr. Sobo takes an academic, yet straightforward approach. He begins...
06.22.2018
Episode 27: A Three Year Reflection - What We've Learned Most
In April, we celebrated our third year anniversary as a company! Therefore, in Episode 27, we identify how, and why, our major training philosophies have changed in this time. We also acknowledge the individuals in the field who've had the greatest impact...
06.08.2018
Episode 26: Supplements - The Best Current Evidence, and How It Can Help You Save Money
First and foremost, a supplement is, by its very definition, meant to be something added to an already balanced diet. If your diet sucks, no amount of supplementation will help you. Begin by getting your diet right; then, and only then, should you...
05.31.2018
Episode 25: 2018 USAW Nationals with Kingfield Barbell
Episode 25 of the Strength Ratio Podcast was recorded from Kansas City, host of the 2018 USAW National Championships. Zach was joined by his larger team of National Level athletes and co-coaches, including Anthony Konas, Danny Yeager, and Christopher Yang....
05.17.2018
Episode 24: Interview with Greg Nuckols
Although the field of Sports Science is relatively young, and despite the inherent limitations in studying human performance, we have many Ph.D.'s to thank for our best current evidence. There’s Brad Schoenfeld, Mike Israetel, Eric Helms, Alan Aragon, and Greg...
05.08.2018
Episode 23: Interview with Bret Contreras "Evidenced-Based Considerations for Coaching"
Although Bret Contreras is known popularly as the "Glute Guy", due to his innovation and expertise surrounding glute training, Bret's accumulated tremendous experience, education, and coaching skills in most Sport Science matters. Therefore, we spend less time in this podcast discussing...
04.19.2018
Episode 22: Power & Speed Development
In episode twenty-two of the Strength Ratio Podcast, Dr. Eric Sobolewski, aka "Professor of Swole Sciences", joins us to discuss both power and speed. Eric begins by defining these fitness characteristics before clarifying their subtle, but distinct differences. The podcast...
04.12.2018
Episode 21: Thoughts on Muscular Symmetry
In episode twenty-one of the Strength Ratio Podcast, we discuss muscular symmetry for strength sports, fitness sports, and endurance sports. We first reference science-based literature on the topic, which is currently inconclusive in finding correlations between symmetry and a decreased...
03.29.2018
Episode 19: Interview with Michael Ray M.S, D.C "Science & Semantics for Treating Chronic Pain"
In episode nineteen of the Strength Ratio Podcast, we’re joined by Michael Ray, Chiropractor, and owner of the Shenandoah Valley Performance Center. Mike relies heavily on both science and on semantics in his treatment of chronic pain. First, Mike explains why...
03.23.2018
Episode 18: Interview with Dr. Mike Israetel - Practical Sports Science Application & Maximum Recoverable Volume
In episode eighteen of the Strength Ratio Podcast, we’re joined by Dr. Mike Israetel, Head Science Consultant of Renaissance Periodization. Mike's body of work, along with the help of his colleagues at Renaissance Periodization, has had a tremendous impact on...
03.16.2018
Episode 17: Interview with Alex Viada - Athlete Development using a Concurrent Training Model
In episode seventeen of the Strength Ratio Podcast, we’re joined again by Alex Viada of Complete Human Performance. Alex is back to discuss athlete development using a concurrent training model. This episode first highlights the development of an intermediate to advanced...
03.09.2018
Episode 16: Interview with Dimitri Tsoumpas (aka the "Strength Shaman")
In episode sixteen of the Strength Ratio Podcast, we’re joined by Dimitri Tsoumpas. Dimitri attended Weber State University as an offensive lineman, earning Second Team Big Sky accolades in his senior season. After graduating with a bachelors in Human Performance,...
03.02.2018
Episode 15: Interview with Alex Viada of Complete Human Performance
In episode fifteen of the Strength Ratio Podcast, we’re joined by Alex Viada who shares with us his insight on concurrent training. Alex, a lifelong athlete, is the founder and co-owner of Complete Human Performance, and author of "The Hybrid...
02.23.2018
Episode 14: Thoughts on Fatigue Management & Biofeedback
In this episode, we share our thoughts on recovering from and adapting to training for optimal results. We begin by highlighting the importance of adequate sleep, nutrition, and stress management/relaxation. We also discuss how, when these areas are negatively impacted, one...
02.13.2018
Episode 13: Interview with Danny Camargo
In episode thirteen of the Strength Ratio Podcast, we’re joined by Danny Camargo who shares with us his weightlifting insight and coaching journey. As a Junior, Danny was one of America’s most celebrated lifters, and now, roughly twenty years later,...
02.02.2018
Episode 12: Biomechanics & Accessory Work
In this podcast, we discuss foundational biomechanics across squatting, hip-hinging, pushing and pulling exercises to improve both safety and performance. We also provide context around commonly used cues to clarify misconceptions, and that allow you to focus on the most...
01.26.2018
Episode 11: ABC Model of Sustainable Training
In this podcast, we share how we program for both strength and conditioning, concurrently. Our ABC Model creates a framework of exercise selection and exercise intensities that help our athletes improve performance, and regulate fatigue over time. Grab a pen and...
01.19.2018
Episode 10: Cardiovascular Adaptations Part 2
In this episode, we continue our discussion pertaining to cardiovascular adaptations of endurance sports and of CrossFit. This podcast discusses the physiology of the oxidative system, how to train it, and how it supports the anaerobic systems. Then, we discuss the...
01.12.2018
Episode 9: Cardiovascular Adaptations Part 1
In this episode, we discuss cardiovascular adaptations of endurance sports and of CrossFit. We begin with a thorough, yet easy to digest, explanation of the body's bioenergetics, known also as metabolism. We break down bioenergetics into three systems: Creatine Phosphate,...

What's Strength Ratio about?

Download our free app to listen on your phone

Strength Ratio episodes:

Episode 59: Dr. Jason Miller on the Intricacies, Challenges, and Joys of Coaching Weightlifting

Episode 58: Dane Miller on the Science, Business, and ART of Coaching

Episode 57: Dr. Lisa Lewis on the Mechanics of Motivation

Episode 56: The Road to Success Is Paved with Good Habits

Episode 55: Pixie and Alan on Why Nutrition Is a Social Justice Issue, not a Moral Issue

Episode 54: Evan Peikon on Advancing Concurrent Training with Limiting Systems

Episode 53: Bret Contreras on Coaching Like a Carpenter, Not a Guru

Episode 52: Gommaar D’Hulst on Why CrossFit is One Small Rep for Man, One Giant Broad Jump for Mankind

Episode 51: Introspection over Instagram and Science over Sensationalism-- Pixie Turner’s Take on Nutrition in the Media

Episode 50: Mel Davis on Goal Setting: A Human Approach

Episode 49: Alan Flanagan Defends the Science of Nutrition

Episode 48: Bryce Lewis on the Modern Coach-Athlete Relationship

Episode 47: Jaime Tartar on the Brain, The Body, and Sleep For Chronic Stress Reduction & Longevity

Episode 46: - Eric Trexler on Metabolic Adaptation, Non-exercise Activity Thermogenesis (NEAT), and a Cross-Comparison of Aerobic Training, Resistance Training, and HIIT for Fat Loss

Episode 45: Jackson Peos on Intermittent Dieting vs. Continuous Dieting for the Athlete

Episode 44: John Gilliam on Abnormal Imaging in Pain-Free Populations & Client Expectations on Outcomes

Episode 43: Dr. Andy Galpin on the Evolution of Strength & Conditioning, Fiber Type Changes, and Concurrent Training

Episode 42: Alex Harrison on Concurrent Training (Part 2) and HIIT "High Intensity Interval Training"

Episode 41: James Hoffmann on Volume Landmarks for Hypertrophy, Power, and Strength

Episode 40: Eric Helms on Microcycle Progressions for Volume & for Strength

Episode 39: Mike Tuchscherer on "Emerging Strategies"

Episode 38: Max Aita of Juggernaut Training Systems

Episode 37: Mike Molloy of M2 Performance Nutrition

Episode 36: Mattie Rogers & Danny Camargo

Episode 35: Zach & Kyle's Reflection Episode

Episode 34: Alex Harrison - A Journey from Power To Endurance

Episode 33: Jacob Reed on Athlete Monitoring

Episode 32: Jeff Nichols (CSCS*D, TSAC-F*D) on "Purpose, Process, and Love"

Episode 31: James Hoffmann on Volume Landmarks for Sport

Episode 30: Dr. Gabrielle Fundaro on the Gut Microbiome

Episode 29: Markers of Performance

Episode 28: Performance Nutrition - Quantity & Quality

Episode 27: A Three Year Reflection - What We've Learned Most

Episode 26: Supplements - The Best Current Evidence, and How It Can Help You Save Money

Episode 25: 2018 USAW Nationals with Kingfield Barbell

Episode 24: Interview with Greg Nuckols

Episode 23: Interview with Bret Contreras "Evidenced-Based Considerations for Coaching"

Episode 22: Power & Speed Development

Episode 21: Thoughts on Muscular Symmetry

Episode 19: Interview with Michael Ray M.S, D.C "Science & Semantics for Treating Chronic Pain"

Episode 18: Interview with Dr. Mike Israetel - Practical Sports Science Application & Maximum Recoverable Volume

Episode 17: Interview with Alex Viada - Athlete Development using a Concurrent Training Model

Episode 16: Interview with Dimitri Tsoumpas (aka the "Strength Shaman")

Episode 15: Interview with Alex Viada of Complete Human Performance

Episode 14: Thoughts on Fatigue Management & Biofeedback

Episode 13: Interview with Danny Camargo

Episode 12: Biomechanics & Accessory Work

Episode 11: ABC Model of Sustainable Training

Episode 10: Cardiovascular Adaptations Part 2

Episode 9: Cardiovascular Adaptations Part 1

Episode 32: Jeff Nichols (CSCSD, TSAC-FD) on "Purpose, Process, and Love"