Terminator Training Show

By Kevin SmithHealth & Fitness Nutrition Fitness

Terminator Training Show episodes

December 09, 2022 Episode 41- Q&A: Planning your workouts, Powerlifting assistance work, Peri-workout nutrition, Training in a large calorie deficit, My Favorite books, Distracted workouts, Leg Press & Hack in the same workout,
In today's episode, I answered 10 Questions from this week's IG Q&A:
1. how far out do you plan your workouts?
2. On a powerlifting program do you increase weight on assistance work or just main lifts?
3. I get distracted during workouts and they take forever. The sets are good quality though. It this ok?
4. How many hours per week is jacked gazelle?
5. Carbs before or after a hard workout?
6. I’m in a pretty deep calorie deficit, and experienced with lifting. Doing a heavvy volume program. Is it worth it to be pushing to the point of true failure with my lifts?
7a. Trying to replace BB squat, best machine alternative?
7b. Hack and leg press in same session. Worth it?
8. What're your favorite books?
9. What's your favorite water animal?
10. What is your opinion on shilajit?

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Kickstart- beginner/garage gym friendly
Hypertrophy- intermediate/advanced
Jacked Gazelle- Hybrid athlete
SFAS Prep- Special forces train-up
Nutrition Guide
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52 min
December 03, 2022 Episode 40- Q&A: My new Program (announcement), Eating for AM workouts, Training through injuries, Desk Treadmills, Getting sunlight if working long shifts, Seated incline curls vs. spider curls, Pull-up vs. Pulldown, Pain with overhead press, Thoughts on
NEW PROGRAM on TrainHeroic: TTM Bro Split +

Welcome to episode 40! Today's questions:

Jrizz57- Pre workout nutrition for very early training (for example, 0430 wake up and begin training within 1 hour)
Chandan_does_fitness- Does working through minor injuries and being creaky just come with lifting for years?
How to recuperate from the flu so I can go back to working out?What’s your favorite cheat meal?
Do you think under the desk treadmills are a good investment?Nonsequiturnc- How to get sunlight in winter if working shift jobs . example: 12 hour day shift RN 3x/week?
Rwade 1985- Do you prefer lat pulldowns or weighted pull-ups for overall strength and size?
Cronin207- Seated incline curl with arms behind you vs. chest supported spider curl? Same or different? Incline Curl Demo Spider Curl Demo
Itskenveen- I get a sore upper trap when I overhead press. Should I sub it for something else?
MonicaM smith- Thoughts on the liver king?
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Hypertrophy- intermediate/advanced
Jacked Gazelle- Hybrid athlete
SFAS Prep- Special forces train-up
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1 hr 6 min
November 29, 2022 Episode 39- Q&A: Cramping from low carbs, Pelvic Floor Exercises, Conventional vs. Sumo deadlifts, Why I'm not a fan of rack pulls, Science Vs. Anecdote and MORE!
Today's questions:
#1- Does low carb cause cramping? If so what’re the best high carb/low cal foods?#2- Exercises to strengthen the pelvic floor?
#3- Is it worth brutalizing myself doing a hard lifting program if I’m in a deficit?
#4- How to determine which deadlift variation is best for someone with short arms and long legs?
#5- Benefits/drawbacks of a deficit deadlift vs rack pull?
#6- Best tips to drop from 14%-11% bodyfat?
#7- Do you base your thoughts and content on evidence or anecdote?
#8- Is there an ideal time of day to train?
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Hypertrophy- intermediate/advanced
Jacked Gazelle- Hybrid athlete
SFAS Prep- Special forces train-up
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40 min
November 26, 2022 Episode 38- Health Vs. Performance Vs. Aesthetics; Why You Shouldn't Try to Chase all 3, all the Time
This week's episode highlights the main aspects of maximum/elite health, aesthetics and performance, and how they relate and how they differ. Ideally, we'd all be pro bodybuilders, elite marathon runners, squat 700 lbs, feel great 24/7, and live till 100+. But that's not in the cards for a single person on earth. Learn what goes into maximizing all of these areas of your life, along with how to approach a single one at a time, rotate in and out of all 3, or attain balance between all 3.

Happy Holidays!

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53 min
November 20, 2022Episode 37- Q&A: Nicotine and performance, Two-A-Days, Substitute for back squats, Building power, Training when sick, My future plans for TTM and MORE!
Today's Q&A questions:
How detrimental is zyn/nicotine in regards to fitness/gen health?
No Access to a barbell for high bar squats. Should I sub with a smith machine or goblet squat?
I sometimes need a 2nd workout to curb anxiety, how do I do this gainzfully?
Is it better to rest and recover when sick or still train with reduced volume?
What are some of your favorite lower body power exercises to improve athletic performance?
How important/ what are the benefits of consuming the recommended G of protein per day?
How to train with a broken finger (dropped a plate on finger)
How would you apply the 80/20 rule in running to strength training, or is it irrelevant?
What's your plan for TTM? Where are you taking us?
What are some healthy snack options?
Is muscle mass and hardness the same?
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Look for weekly (or more) Q&A on my stories. I'll answer your questions on IG and here on the podcast.
Programs, blog, nutrition guide
terminatortraining.com
Kickstart- beginner/garage gym friendly
Hypertrophy- intermediate/advanced
Jacked Gazelle- Hybrid athlete
SFAS Prep- Special forces train-up
Nutrition Guide
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Twitter: @ksterminatortm
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55 min
November 12, 2022Episode 36- Q&A: Foods that raise blood sugar, How to eat more protein, Home made pre workout, Peaking for an event, Signs of overtraining, and MORE!
Veterans Day Weekend Q&A episode. Questions included:
Which foods raise blood sugar the most? And is that a big deal?
Homemade Pre workout recipes?
What is one non-fitness related thing you do for your mental health?
Are there pre-workouts that don’t cause breakouts?
Topic: Peaking for an event
Is blood work for a natty lifter a worthwhile investment? Any labs you recommend?
What are signs of overtraining?
Tips to eat more protein. Really hard for me to hit 1G/LBBW
Is the practice day for land nav in SFAS sufficient to pass the star course with no prior experience?
What is your favorite workout clothing brand?
Clothing mentioned:
Vuori
Ten Thousand
Hylete
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terminatortraining.com
Kickstart- beginner/garage gym friendly
Hypertrophy- intermediate/advanced
Jacked Gazelle- Hybrid athlete
SFAS Prep- Special forces train-up
Nutrition Guide
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51 min
November 06, 2022 Episode 35- Q&A: How to eat more without feeling sluggish, Ruck running, Splitting up lifting and condioning, Deep sleep, The origin of the name "Terminator" & MORE!
Heres a rundown of today's questions:
Trying to add size but I feel tired after big meals, any suggestions?
Mention: The Omega Project
How detrimental to your joints is ruck running? Worth doing if training for mil selection?
Love jacked gazelle! Can you do cardio in the AM and lift in the PM?
How much deep sleep should you average per night?
For a firefighter, which program do you recommend?
How often should I be doing glute exercises if I want them to grow?
Why are you called terminator?
Experienced rucker at a heavy weight, but what do we want to be training at?
What is your favorite way to cook sweet potatoes?

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Programs, blog, nutrition guide
terminatortraining.com
Kickstart- beginner/garage gym friendly
Hypertrophy- intermediate/advanced
Jacked Gazelle- Hybrid athlete
SFAS Prep- Special forces train-up
Nutrition Guide
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41 min
October 30, 2022 Episode 34- Calisthenics for muscle, Prohormones, Electrolyte supplements, FST-7 overview, Alcohol cessation and cravings, Tobacco and performance, and MORE!
Today's episode answers 15 Q&A questions (the most I've answered in a single episode!) I talked about a few interesting subjects and I have included links (see below questions) for some more info if you're interested The questions were as follows
1. Can you build muscle with calisthenics?
2. Top 3 gymnastics moves for regular lifters?
3. Are there any good multi-planar movements or is it all crap?
4. Are prohormones legit?
Prohormones Article
5. I find it hard to fit workouts in, Can I do an upper body movement while resting from a lower body movement?
6. What is the ideal rep range for muscular endurance?
7. Liquid IV or knock off?
Redmond Real Salt, LMNT, Drip Drop
8. Is FST 7 a good training strategy?
FST-7 explained
9. Best way to maintain muscle while cutting?
10. Do you take 1:1 clients?
11. What is a good mobility routine?
12. What are you going to be for halloween?
13. Gave up booze for a month. Now I’m craving soda and snacks. What’s worse?
14. Do you have an app for your programs?
15. Effects on tobacco for recovery/performance
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Also, if you know anyone who loves fitness and podcasts, spread the word! My goal is to help as many people as I can and cut out the BS when it comes to fitness, nutrition and health.
Look for weekly (or more) Q&A on my stories. I'll answer your questions on IG and here on the podcast.
Programs, blog, nutrition guide
terminatortraining.com
Kickstart- beginner/garage gym friendly
Hypertrophy- intermediate/advanced
Jacked Gazelle- Hybrid athlete
SFAS Prep- Special forces train-up
Nutrition Guide
Follow me:
IG: terminator_training
Twitter: @ksterminatortm
youtube: Terminator Training Method
56 min
October 23, 2022Episode 33- Q&A A full explanation on how to improve your cardio and strength simultaneously, how to strenthen your immune system, "broken" metabolisms, how to increase bench press and MORE!
Finally, we have an intro! Hope you all enjoyed it. Today's Q&A episode included the following questions:
How can I boost my immune system?
Should I be eating Something before early morning workouts?
Do you prefer a high or low volume approach?
Can you break your metabolism?
What is the best way to get better at bench
How much beef/red meat do you eat?
How can I program strength training and distance running?
Whichever platform you’re tuning in on, feel free to leave a review! Your feedback is greatly appreciated. The more reviews we receive, the more people the podcast will reach!
Also, if you know anyone who loves fitness and podcasts, spread the word! My goal is to help as many people as I can and cut out the BS when it comes to fitness, nutrition and health.
Look for weekly (or more) Q&A on my stories. I'll answer your questions on IG and here on the podcast.
Programs, blog, nutrition guide
terminatortraining.com
Kickstart- beginner/garage gym friendly
Hypertrophy- intermediate/advanced
Jacked Gazelle- Hybrid athlete
Follow me:
IG: terminator_training
Twitter: @ksterminatortm
youtube: Terminator Training Method
52 min
October 16, 2022Episode 32- Q&A: Water consumption, Training 7 days/week, High carb or high fat, SFAS and RASP prep tips, How to feel more full, Creatine use and much more!
Welcome to another episode of the TTM show! This weeks Q&A's included the following:
How much water should we drink?
Is it ok to train 7 days/week?
Do you prefer a high high carb, high fat, or balanced macro intake?
Older navy interservice transfer heading to SFAS, any advice?
What is a good way to maintain hip health/good hip stretches?
Thoughts on creatine
Hungry all day, should I eat larger meals and less snacks to feel full longer?
I’m headed to RASP in a couple of months, my APFT is 300 and my ACFT is 600, any helpful tips to improve?
Can you post more workouts?

Whichever platform you’re tuning in on, feel free to leave a review! Your feedback is greatly appreciated. The more reviews we receive, the more people the podcast will reach!
Also, if you know anyone who loves fitness and podcasts, spread the word! My goal is to help as many people as I can and cut out the BS when it comes to fitness, nutrition and health.
Look for weekly (or more) Q&A on my stories. I'll answer your questions on IG and here on the podcast.
Programs, blog, nutrition guide
terminatortraining.com
Kickstart- beginner/garage gym friendly
Hypertrophy- intermediate/advanced
Jacked Gazelle- Hybrid athlete
Follow me:
IG: terminator_training
Twitter: @ksterminatortm
youtube: Terminator Training Method
53 min

About Terminator Training Show

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The creator of Terminator Training Method, Kevin Smith, has been lifting weights and chasing peak performance for the past 17 years, the last 11 of which spent as a member of the US Army Special…