The Extra Rep Podcast

How much do sleep supplements and hacks actually help? In this episode, we rank the most popular sleep strategies from S-Tier to F-Tier, including melatonin, magnesium, glycine, blue light glasses, nasal strips, reading, meditation and more. We also dive into the biggest sleep mistakes people make and the simple habits that have the biggest impact on your recovery, performance and overall health.

[0:00] Ranking the best sleep strategies

[4:05] Should you stop eating before bed?

[6:50] The #1 habit for better sleep

[10:55] Screens before bed: How bad are they?

[12:59] Magnesium, glycine & our favourite supplements

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What's the best training split for building muscle, losing fat and getting stronger? We rank the most popular training styles from best to worst, including bro splits, Push Pull Legs, Full Body, Upper Lower, CrossFit, Hyrox, German Volume Training and more. Find out which approach is right for your goals and where most people get it wrong. 

[0:00] Ranking every training split 

[2:40] CrossFit & injury risk 

[5:00] Is Hyrox worth it? 

[8:30] Best muscle-building methods 

[15:10] The best overall training split

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Which diet is actually worth following... and which ones are completely overhyped? In this episode we rank some of the most popular diets from S Tier to F Tier, including carnivore, keto, Mediterranean, paleo, calorie counting, fasting and more. We break down who each diet works for, where they fall short, and what we'd actually recommend if your goal is fat loss, muscle growth and long term health!

[0:28] Ranking the carnivore diet

[5:33] Are carbs actually the enemy? 

[7:36] The best diet for health & longevity

[13:11] Why calorie counting is S Tier 

[24:34] The best diet is the one you can stick to 

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Everyone's heard fitness advice that sounds convincing... but what if it's actually holding you back? In this episode, Josh and Liam unpack the worst advice they've received over the years, including bulking myths, "shocking" your muscles, fat burners, cardio misconceptions, and whether calories or food quality matter more. You'll learn what the evidence actually says and how to avoid wasting years chasing poor advice.

[0:00] Eat big to get big

[2:20] Changing programs

[7:40] Supplement myths

[10:40] Calories vs quality

[14:15] Cardio & coaching

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What are the biggest gym pet peeves after spending more than 13 years in the fitness industry? Josh and Liam share the habits that drive them crazy, from people who never follow a program to those who never put their weights away. It's a fun, lighthearted episode packed with gym etiquette, training advice and plenty of laughs.

[0:00] Our Biggest Gym Pet Peeves

[2:20] Why Everyone Needs a Training Program

[4:20] Phones, Gym Yappers and Distractions

[8:10] Ego Lifting and Bad Technique

[10:40] Respect the Gym and Other Members

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Everyone wants to know the best diet, supplement or training hack but are you focusing on the things that actually matter? In this episode Josh and Liam break down the Body Composition Pyramid, ranking the most important factors for losing body fat, building muscle and improving your physique. From calories and protein through to sleep, hydration and meal timing, learn what deserves your attention first and what can wait.

[0:00] The Body Composition Pyramid Explained

[2:00] Calories, Protein or Carbs?

[6:15] Resistance Training and Cardio

[8:00] Sleep and Hydration

[14:55] Fibre, Meal Timing and Supplements

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Want to get more from your nutrition without overcomplicating it? In this episode, Josh and Liam break down nutrient maxing including how to identify nutritional gaps, improve food quality, support gut health, and make simple swaps that can have a big impact on your energy, recovery, and overall health.

[0:00] What is nutrient maxing?

[1:56] Gut health & nutrient absorption.

[4:42] Best protein & food quality swaps.

[8:52] Nutrient-dense foods & smoothies.

[12:07] Electrolytes, probiotics & fibre.

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Most people obsess over supplements while ignoring the bigger health investments that actually move the needle. In this episode, Josh and Liam break down the upgrades worth making once your training, nutrition and sleep are already dialled in! From mattresses and saunas to water filters, cookware and supplements that can improve your long term health.

[0:00] Health investments worth making

[1:10] Sleep upgrades that matter

[5:45] Recovery and home essentials

[13:30] Better food and cookware choices

[18:10] Supplements worth buying

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This week we're doing something a little different. We put each other on the spot with real-world client case studies and break down exactly how we'd approach them from training, nutrition, lifestyle and supplementation. From navigating menopause to building a plan for a FIFO worker in the mines, this episode is all about practical coaching you can actually apply.

[0:00] Why we're breaking down real client case studies

[1:16] Coaching a menopausal client: blood work, nutrition and training priorities

[7:28] How to coach a FIFO worker with shift work and limited food options

[9:55] The ideal training split for building muscle while working long shifts

[13:54] Submit your own case study for a future podcast episode

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Most people don't fail because they lack motivation, they fail because they make fitness harder than it needs to be. In this solo episode, Josh breaks down the five biggest mistakes he sees after coaching clients for over 10 years and explains how to build a plan that actually fits your life. From sleep and nutrition to steps, training and consistency, this episode is all about simplifying your approach so you can finally get lasting results.

[0:00] The #1 reason most people never see the results they want

[3:58] Nutrition made simple: Plate method, calories & protein

[6:40] Why consistency beats perfection every single time

[8:58] Steps: The easiest fat loss tool most people ignore

[11:00] How to build training habits that actually stick

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