In this episode, I'm joined by Nick Smoot to revisit several classic topics pulled from old articles he wrote on my website.

We talk about whether static stretching is actually overrated, why progression still matters most for results, why not everyone needs to track their food, and how to think about cardio for fat loss.

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In this Q&A, Derek and I break down how to stay strong and in shape without living in the gym. We talk about what to prioritize when time is limited, how to rebuild your relationship with training when it starts to feel like a job, and how to adjust your standards as life gets fuller without feeling like you've quit on yourself.

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In this episode, I'm joined by Steve Denovi to talk about powerlifting longevity, the importance of building muscle for maximizing strength potential, and using a Gut Cut weight-cutting strategy. Sit back, relax, and enjoy!

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In this episode, I'm joined by the CEO of RP Strength, Nick Shaw.

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In this episode, I'm joined by Charlie Dickson to dig into his powerlifting journey through repeated injuries and the long road back from them. We talk about how he rehabbed and rebuilt his body, the prehab and training decisions he uses now to stay healthy, and what it was like to confront his identity when powerlifting had to take a back seat. If you've ever been sidelined by injury or forced to rethink who you are without the barbell front and center, this conversation will resonate.

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In this episode, Derek and I look back at 2025 and ahead to 2026.

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In this episode, I sit down with Martha Salaya and dig into her shift from powerlifting to the wellness bodybuilding division. We talk about why she stepped away from chasing numbers, how she rebuilt her training and mindset for a sport that demands a completely different approach, and what it's like to evolve as an athlete after years in one lane. If you're in a season of change or rethinking your own goals, you'll get a lot from this one.

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In this episode, I talk with Nick Smoot.

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In this episode, Derek and I dig into real questions from listeners who are trying to make progress while dealing with normal life. We talk about why so many lifters stall on the bench around 185, how to survive early-morning training without feeling like a zombie, and what to do if you're great for a few weeks and then fall off track. We also break down the "eat clean all week, blow it on the weekend" trap, plus how dads can stay consistent when kids get sick, and routines get wrecked.

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In this episode, I sit down with Dr. John Rusin to break down what it really takes to lift for a lifetime. We cover smart exercise selection, how to train around pain, practical mobility work, and what an effective warm-up actually looks like. It's a dense, actionable conversation to keep you healthy and strong for the long haul.

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