In this week's episode, Josh and Jesse talk personal trainers: Should my trainer be in shape? Then, they answer a Hyrox question from a listener: How should I train for a Hyrox competition? Finally, they answer a protein question: How much protein do I need per day?

This or That:

• Gym at peak hours vs. Gym at 5 am
• Hot shower vs. Cold shower
• Sweatpants during workout vs. Shorts during workout
• DOMS for days vs. Never sore
• Runners mindset vs. Lifters mindset

Music Credit: Bensound - Highoctane

In this week's episode, Josh and Jesse talk about bodybuilding and why it isn't a great path to do down. Then, they answer a question about detox diets: Are they good? Are they safe? Finally, they answer a client question: How much cardio is too much?

This or That:

• 1 long workout vs. 2 shorter workouts
• Abs every day vs. Abs twice a week
• Tracking progress photos vs. Tracking numbers
• PR day vs. Pump day
• Train fasted vs. Train fed

Music Credit: Bensound - Highoctane

In this week's episode, Josh and Jesse get back to another Top 5. This week's edition is: Top 5 faux-pas for gym goers. Then, they answer a listener question: What should I look for in a personal trainer? Finally, they answer another listener question: Should I workout again if I'm still sore?

This or That:

• Penley row vs. Bent-over row
• Plank vs. Hanging leg raises
• Protein vs. Creatine
• Barbell bench press vs. Dumbbell bench press
• Dinner at home vs. Eating out

Music Credit: Bensound - Highoctane

In this New Year's episode, Josh and Jesse talk about all things New Year's. First, they answer a client question: How bad is my New Year's Eve party going to be for my health? Then, they talk about setting realistic health and fitness goals for the new year. Finally, they go back to the basics of health and fitness: Where to start, how to make progress and how to start on a proper nutrition plan.

This or That:

• Consistency all year vs. Short-term intense challenge
• Finish every workout vs. Stop before burnout
• One main goal vs. Balanced approach
• Sleep vs. Nutrition
• Planned rest days vs. Rest when needed

Music Credit: Bensound - Highoctane

In this week's episode, Josh and Jesse talk all things Christmas! The first question is: Should I keep training during the holidays? Then, they follow it up with a client question: How I do combat overeating during the holidays? Finally, they give their top fitness gifts under $100.

This or That:

• Snowy Christmas vs. Sunny Christmas
• Hot chocolate vs. Egg nog
• Real tree vs. Fake tree
• Turkey vs. Ham
• Giving a gift vs. Getting a gift

Bonus - Naughty list vs. Nice list

Music Credit: Bensound - Highoctane

In this week's episode, Josh and Jesse continue the deadlift conversation. This week, they talk about single-leg deadlifts variations. Then, they talk about superfoods: What are they? Are they really super? Finally, they answer a listener question: Do I really need strength training or is cardio enough?

This or That:

• Low-bar squat vs. High-bar squat
• Salad vs. Soup
• Slow and controlled vs. Fast and explosive
• Rice and beef vs. Pasta and chicken
• Deadstop reps vs. Touch-and-go reps

In this week's episode, Josh and Jesse start off by breaking down the deadlift. They talk about conventional, sumo, trap bar, romanian and the stiff-legged deadlifts. Then, they answer a listener question: Should I do more reps or more weight for toning? Finally, they answer one of the most asked questions: What are the best exercises for a flat stomach?

This or That:

• RPE training vs. Percentages training
• Heart-rate zones for running vs. Run by feel
• Barbell complexes vs. EMOM lifting
• Fresh produce vs. Frozen produce
• Protein bar vs. Beef jerky

Music Credit: Bensound - Highoctane

In this week's episode, Josh and Jesse tackle a nutrition question: If I want to focus on building muscle before I worry about body fat, how high of a calorie surplus do I need to be in? Next, they answer a listener question: How can I get more out of my home workouts? Finally, they answer the age-old question: Is cardio killing my gains?

This or That:

• Barbell squats vs. Front squats
• Greek yogurt vs. Cottage cheese
• Box jumps vs. Burpee board jumps
• Intermittent fasting vs. Multiple small meals
• Grip training vs. Core strength

Music Credit: Bensound - Highoctane

In this week's episode, Josh and Jesse talk about how the No BS Fitness podcast got started. Then, they dive into who they are, what got them into fitness, and the "favourite" game. Finally, they answer a question: Can stress slow down recovery from workouts or injuries?

Music Credit: Bensound - Highoctane

In this week's episode, Josh and Jesse talk about functional training and bodybuilding: Which is better? Then, they talk about fat free products: Are they really that healthy? Finally, they talk about how often you should train each muscle group.

This or That:

• Protein shake vs. Smoothie bowl
• Strength training vs. Functional training
• Battle ropes vs. Ski Erg
• Creatine vs. Caffeine
• 20 minute HIIT vs. 60 minute lift

Music Credit: Bensound - Highoctane