Barbells and Banter

Not sure if your nutrition is on the right path? No clue where to start, with the endless info out there? This is for you.

This week's topics:

1. Lifters are still under-rating strength 13:45

2. Why we're still confused with nutrition 42:33

3. Diet labels are more harmful than good 55:22

4. Your principles need to be sustainable 1:03:21

5. What an actionable plan could look like 1:10:47

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3 fixes to the most common issues we see with lifters in the gym, and how to turn identity and inspiration into a positive.

This week's topics:

1. Making gains with autoimmune flare-ups 14:41

2. Identity & inspiration can be good things 32:20

3. How to know if you train hard enough 47:28

4. Maximise chance of success with a plan 1:01:21

5. How much rest is too much / little? 1:06:30

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The best lifters continually set goals - here's why, and how.

This week's topics:

1. Benefits & pitfalls of motivation 10:25

2. Behaving differently to those around you 22:47

3. The best goals don't have to be huge 30:54

4. What not having a goal costs you 40:30

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Jason has created his next block of training and nutrition - here's a deep dive into his thought process.

This week's topics:

1. Considering volume vs. effort 31:38

2. What training split suits your week? 38:35

3. Prioritising certain muscle groups 45:30

4. Deciding cut vs. build calories 51:23

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Here's our definitive checklist to guaranteeing results - traits, habits and knowledge.

This week's topics:

1. The importance of a tailored program 18:12

2. You need to train well & train hard 28:07

3. Creating your own nutrition plan 33:59

4. Which metrics should you track? 43:02

5. Setting your week up for success 49:37

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Freshly diced, tanned and photographed, the boys reflect on what they learned about their capabilities during this cut.

This week's topics:

1. What has this prep taught us? 11:05

2. Capable of more than you think 38:12

3. Our favourite moments of the year 48:49

4. What we want more of in 2025 54:50

5. The single best piece of advice 1:02:48

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Jess and the boys discuss what their best athletes do on repeat, as well as what should be avoided in trying to become your best.

This week's topics:

1. Training around injury / surgery 25:43

2. What lack of sleep does to you 48:33

3. The factors that dictate success 54:25

4. What lifters need to do more of 1:01:07

5. What they don't tell you about cuts 1:06:45

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From crossfit to powerlifting, to now physique training, here is the mental journey coach Emily has experienced.

Emily: Instagram

This week's topics:

1. Performance goals vs. Body image 21:13

2. How much to let lifting technique "go"? 24:46

3. The mentality & identity of powerlifting 33:27

4. Learning how your lifter/coach works 51:08

5. Don't underestimate the build phase 1:05:39

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As your physique and strength progress, how should you ramp up your training (and results)?

This week's topics:

1. Measurements vs. progress photos 8:13

2. We got sent some "healthy" bars 14:19

3. Best form of cardio for fat loss 44:08

4. How often to change your program 53:43

5. The most fun program 1:08:12

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What should you prioritise, for bang-for-buck progress in your training session?

This week's topics:

1. Does RIR or no. of reps matter more? 17:33

2. How important is soreness? 43:10

3. Should you cut or build first? 53:32

4. The ultimate lifter's proportions 1:07:34

5. Are PEDs too commonly discussed? 1:13:45

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