Dr. Bret Contreras is a Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) from the National Strength & Conditioning Association (NSCA) in the USA. He graduated from Arizona State University with a Masters Degree before achieving his PhD in sports science, in the field of biomechanics from Auckland University of Technology. He since contributed to the field of sports science extensively, with his primary contributions being regarding hip extension joint actions, specifically the hip thrust exercise, as well as in relation to the contribution of the gluteus maximus muscle to lower body sporting movement. A famous strength coach, speaker, and researcher, Bret is widely regarded as the world expert on the gluteus maximus and in the resistance training exercises used in its development.

Bret has a great Website which I highly recommend where he publishes blogpost on a regular basis. He also have a great Research Review which he co-authors with Chris Beardsley.

http://bretcontreras.com

http://www.strengthandconditioningresearch.com

In this podcast Bret and I discussed glute training.

Some of the topics we talked about where:

1.What is the function of the glute muscles?

2.Why is it important to have strong glutes for general health?

3.Exercise selection, training frequency and glute activation

4.We also talked about a study that Bret conducted where he compared different variations of the hiptrust (barbell, band and American hipthrust). 

Bret is one of the speakers at the AFPT convention 2016 in Norway. 

AFPT have a goal of creating an arena for learning and teaching for all people interested in exercise, health and nutrition. By gathering the best in the business we strive to give you the opportunity to take your knowledge to the next level.

The Convention will be filled with lecturers from several different fields of expertise and will give all attendees a broad base of lectures and workshops to attend to make sure that you will be able to get the newest and most groundbreaking research in the field of training, health and nutrition.

For more information, check out: http://convention.afpt.no

Børge Fagerli is considered one of the most knowledgeable traininers on nutrition and exercise in Norway . He has developed myo reps , Health & Fitness and the Biorythme diet . Børge runs his own coaching company Børge Fagerli Coaching AS 

If you want to learn more about Børge Fagerli, check out his websites:

http://www.borgefagerli.no

http://www.borgefagerli.com

http://www.cyberneticfitness.com

https://www.facebook.com/coach.borgefagerli/?fref=ts&locale=nb_NO

In this podcast we discuss Myo reps. Some of the topics we cover are:

1.What is Myo reps

2.How to implement it in your training program

3.Exercise selection

4.Practical recommandations 

We also talked about high frequency training.

Alexander Kirketeig has been a competitive powerlifter since 1994 and has participated in over 25 different international championships for junior and seniors. He has a bachelor’s degree in exercise physiology and is considered one of Norway's most experienced strength athletes. From 2007-2015 he was on the board of directors for the Norwegian Powerlifting Federation. The last 10 years he has trained several junior and youth world record holders in powerlifting. 

After retiring from powerlifting in 2009, he made a comeback in 2013 and won both a silver and bronze medal at the 2015 European championships setting 3 new Norwegian records.

Alexander has also been involved in several studies at the Norwegian School of Sport Sciences. One of them is The Norwegian Frequency Project.

In this podcast. Alexander and I discussed this study.

Some of the topics we cover are:

What was the background for the study?

Who where the subjects?

How was the study designed?

What was the results?

We also discussed high frequency training and hypertrophy.

You can find the abstract to the study here (page 108)

http://www.nih.no/Documents/1_SFP/ICST%202012/ICST%20Book%20of%20abstract%20Final%20291012.pdf

Lyle McDonald has been interested in all aspects of human performance physiology since becoming involved in competitive sports as a teenager. Pursuing a degree in Physiological Sciences from UCLA, he has spent almost 20 years of his life studying human physiology and the science, art and practice of human performance, muscle gain, fat loss and body recomposition. Over the years, in addition to working with the general public, Lyle has worked primarily with endurance athletes, a few powerlifters, and some bodybuilders. Through his books, articles and his forum, he has helped thousands lose fat, gain muscle and get stronger or perform better. 

Lyle is also author of several in depth books that I highly recommend, especially "A guide to flexible dieting" which is one of the best books I have ever read. He also have a website where he reguarly posts articles about fat loss, muscle gain, nutrition, training and research reviews.

http://www.bodyrecomposition.com

In this podcast, Lyle and I discussed fat loss for females. Topics that are covered:

1.Female physiology and why it is more difficult for females to lose fat compared to males.

2.Menstrual cycle and birth control and how they effect fat loss.

3.Hormonal profiles (PCOS) and how this effects fat loss.

4.Metabolic adaptations and practical recommendations

Jose Antonio, Ph.D. FISSN FNSCA CSCS is the CEO and co-founder of the International Society of Sports Nutrition (http://www.theissn.org). He gives an occasional talk, writes a bit, and can read your mind (but only after consuming copious quantities of coffee). Dr. Antonio is an Assistant Professor of Exercise and Sports Science at Nova Southeastern University in beautiful South Florida and an avid paddler.

If you want more sciency stuff, he's written over a dozen books (for example: http://www.amazon.com/Essentials-Spor... ), write funny stuff on nutrition and exercise right here ( http://www.theissnscoop.com/ ), give seminars out the wazoo all over North America and sometimes abroad, and have published a boatload of peer-reviewed scientific publications: http://www.jissn.com/content/11/1/19

In this podcast, Dr.Antonio and I discussed high protein diets.

Alan Aragon has over 20 years of success in the fitness field. He earned his Bachelor and Master of Science in Nutrition with top honors. Alan is a continuing education provider for the Commission on Dietetic Registration and National Strength & Conditioning Association. Alan lectures at national and international conferences, and maintains a private practice designing programs for recreational, Olympic, and professional athletes, including the Los Angeles Lakers, Los Angeles Kings, and Anaheim Mighty Ducks. Here is a snippet of his clientele. Alan is a contributing editor and resident Weight Loss Coach of Men’s Health magazine. His book Girth Control is considered to be one of the most in-depth manuals for improving the body and understanding nutrition for fitness & sports. Alan has co-authored the most-viewed article in the history of the Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition. Last but not least, Alan writes a monthly research review providing critical analysis and practical application of the latest science on nutrition, training, and supplementation.

In this podcast, Alan and I discussed flexible vs rigid dieting.

http://alanaragon.com/researchreview

Dr.Michael Israetel is a professor of Exercise Science at Temple University in Philadelphia, PA and was previously a professor at the University of Central Missouri, where he taught Exercise Physiology, Personal Training, and Advanced Programming for sports and fitness. Mike’s PhD is in Sport Physiology, and he has been a consultant on sports nutrition to the U.S. Olympic Training Site in Johnson City, TN. Mike has coached numerous powerlifters, weightlifters, bodybuilders, and other individuals in both diet and weight training. Originally from Moscow, Russia, Mike is a competitive powerlifter, bodybuilder, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu grappler. He used to hold a bunch of state, national, and world records in raw powerlifting back when everyone was in equipment, so that’s cool!

Dr. Spencer Nadolsky is an osteopathic family physician who specializes in weight loss (bariatric medicine) and cholesterol (lipidology). While earning a BA in exercise science, he wrestled heavyweight for the UNC Tar Heels. He was ranked 3rd in the nation at one point, while also garnering Academic All-American status. He is currently a family medicine resident physician working in Newport News, VA that focuses on lifestyle changes rather than medications for real healthcare.

Dr.Nadolsky also have a new book out called "The fat loss prescription: the nine-step plan to losing weight and keeping it off" which I highly recommend. The book can be purchased at Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/The-Fat-Loss-Prescription-Nine-Step/dp/1518824226

In this podcast, we talked about obesity and fat loss.

http://docswholift.com

https://www.facebook.com/DrSpencerNadolsky

http://drspencer.com/does-your-doctor-even-lift/

Brad Schoenfeld, Ph.D, C.S.C.S., is an internationally renowned fitness expert and widely regarded as one of the leading authorities on body composition training (muscle development and fat loss). He is a lifetime drug-free bodybuilder, and has won numerous natural bodybuilding titles.

Brad is a best-selling author of multiple fitness books. His newest release, The M.A.X. Muscle Plan (Human Kinetics, 2012), is a scientifically-proven approach to maximizing muscle development and has been widely referred to as the "muscle-building bible." Brad also has authored  Sculpting Her Body Perfect (over 150,000 copies in print), Look Great Naked (LA Times bestseller and #1 overall book on Amazon.com on multiple occasions), Women's Home Workout Bible, and others.

Brad has been published or appeared in such consumer publications as Shape, Self, Fitness, Ladies Home Journal, Redbook, Cosmopolitan, Marie Claire, Woman's Day, Fit, The New York Times, New York Daily News, Gannett Suburban Papers, The Washington Post, Chicago Tribune, Oxygen, Musclemag, Ironman, Muscle and Fitness Hers, and many, many others. He is currently a columnist for Muscular Development Magazine and serves as a regular fitness expert for numerous popular websites. He has been a fitness correspondent for News 12 (Westchester, NY) and has appeared on over a hundred television shows including FOX Newschannel, CNN Headline News, CBS Evening News, UPN News, Good Day New York, Good Day LA, CBS New York Live, NBC Live at Five, and Today in New York, as well as hundreds of radio programs across the country.

Brad is a consultant to Reebok International and provides educational content for their ReebokOne program. He also is on the advisory board for Dymatize Nutrition, a leading manufacturer of nutritional supplements. He was formerly the national spokesperson for Dreamfields Foods, makers of the world's premier low-carb pasta.

Brad also have some new books coming out this year that are available for pre order: Science and Development of Muscle Hypertrophy and a book for females called Strong & Sculpted.

Also make sure to check out his website where he publishes great blog post regarding his latest research.

In this podcast, Brad and I discussed the mechanisms for muscle hypertrophy.

http://www.lookgreatnaked.com

http://www.lookgreatnaked.com/MAX_Muscle_Plan.php

http://www.amazon.com/Strong-Sculpted-Brad-Schoenfeld/dp/149251456X/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1455791914&sr=8-3&keywords=Brad+Schoenfeld

http://www.amazon.com/Science-Development-Muscle-Hypertrophy-Schoenfeld/dp/149251960X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1455791914&sr=8-1&keywords=Brad+Schoenfeld

Dr. Karl Nadolsky graduated from Michigan State University with a BA in Exercise Physiology and then went on to medical school to get his DO degree from Nova Southeastern School of Osteopathic Medicine. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and the American Board of Obesity Medicine. He is also board certified in Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism. In college he wrestled at the 149 pound weight class for the Spartans and was ranked as high as 4th in the nation at one point, while also garnering Academic All-American status. He also served as the strength and nutrition coach the year following his graduation. In college he wrestled at the 149 pound weight class for the Spartans and was ranked as high as 4th in the nation at one point, while also garnering Academic All-American status. He also served as the strength and nutrition coach the year following his graduation.

Check out his blogs and Facebook page  which are often focused on evidence-based recommendations for optimizing health but also include contributions to recipes.

In this podcast, we discussed the male hormone testosterone and its effect on muscle growth and health.

http://www.docswholift.com/

www.facebook.com/DrKarlNadolsky