The Barbell 1 Show

Is foam rolling or dynamic stretching before training better? We examine and discuss new research. John always reviews the full-text of every article, but you may view the free abstract by clicking here: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/26121431.

Many strength athletes are taking omega 3 supplements for the inflammatory benefits, but perhaps some do not understand the potential nervous system benefits as well. Learn more about these benefits as we review today’s research article. John always reviews the full-text of every article, but you may view the free abstract by clicking here: http://www.jissn.com/content/pdf/s12970-015-0089-4.pdf .

People give a lot of short term performance rationales about how you should prioritise weight training and cardio – but what about muscle mass gains – does the order make a difference. We examine a new study on this topic in women today. John always reviews the full-text of every article, but you may view the free abstract by clicking here: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/26020708 .

While nowadays it seems many more bodybuilders are hybridizing their programming with powerlifting, there are still some who do very high rep sets and swear by training for the pump. Today we review a rare find – a study on WELL TRAINED lifters, comparing different rep ranges. John always reviews the full-text of every article, but you may view the free abstract by clicking here: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25853914 .

Check out episode 429 to catch the first part of this episode with special guest hosts Cliff Wilson and John Gorman. Wilson and Gorman are two of the most highly sought after natural bodybuilding and physique competitor contest prep coaches. They share insights on how to properly address the metabolic adaptations that occur from prolonged dieting and how to transition into offseason eating habits with minimal residual effects.

Pt 2 of the interview started in Episode 77! Mark Bell is an elite powerlifter with best lifts of a 1025 squat, 832 lb bench, and 722 deadlift with a history training under Louie Simmons and Westside Barbell. Prior to powerlifting, he was even a professional wrestler. He is known for his revolutionary product that aids shoulder health and strength in the bench press called the Sling Shot. In today’s episode we chat training philosophy, but focus primarily on the launch of his products. Get inspired hearing the trials and tribulations of someone who had a vision and saw his prototypes through to success and be sure to check back for part 2 of this interview soon. Unfortunately, we were unable to obtain good video over our connection, but a YouTube episode of this interview containing some of the video of our discussion will also air soon.

Mark Bell is an elite powerlifter with best lifts of a 1025 squat, 832 lb bench, and 722 deadlift with a history training under Louie Simmons and Westside Barbell. Prior to powerlifting, he was even a professional wrestler. He is known for his revolutionary product that aids shoulder health and strength in the bench press called the Sling Shot. In today’s episode we chat training philosophy, but focus primarily on the launch of his products. Get inspired hearing the trials and tribulations of someone who had a vision and saw his prototypes through to success and be sure to check back for part 2 of this interview soon. Unfortunately, we were unable to obtain good video over our connection, but a YouTube episode of this interview containing some of the video of our discussion will also air soon.

Bodybuilders for years have talked about different squat stances to develop different areas of the thighs is this info for real or just bro science? Research on the topic is reviewed. John always reviews the full-text of every article, but you may view the free abstract by clicking here: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/10188748 .

Today's awesome interview is with Elliott Hulse on the "seasons of life." Elliott has amassed over ONE MILLION subscribers on YouTube, who come eager to learn all his amazing insights on taking the strength training life so much deeper to create the strongest version of oneself on all levels. Elliott shares many "versions of himself" that have evolved over time as the seasons of life have unfolded. Hearing this first hand account, the hardships he's overcome with tenacity, etc. was truely inspiring to be a part of and I am excited for all of you to listen and grow.

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I just got back from the AAU Nationals in Mesquite Nevada and am excited to bring you a very special interview. My guest is the only man to ever total 3,000 pounds in powerlifting, that’s right, squat, bench, and deadlift in a meet, totaling 3,000 lbs. In additional to his accomplishments on the platform he is an accomplished inventor and wizard of sorts when it comes to innovative sports therapy techniques - here is part 2 of 2 of my interview with Donnie Thompson - part 1 in 456. .