Joe DeFranco's Industrial Strength Show

Joe has FINALLY watched "The Game Changers" on Netflix and he has a LOT of thoughts to share with his audience! After his documentary review, Joe finishes the podcast by giving a 'Diaz vs Masvidal' fight prediction, along with his thoughts on UFC's strict drug-testing policy...and an interesting suggestion regarding the future of drug testing. For Show Notes & Timestamps from today's episode visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

This week Joe answers 5 new questions from his listeners. Topics include: Can it be beneficial to lift the DAY OF a fight or competition; Why do so many athletes get diarrhea (or puke) after eating a pre-game meal...and what can they do about it; When is training to failure most beneficial; Joe provides a condensed conjugate/Westside programming template for athletes who can only strength train 2X a week; How to prevent your lower back from rounding (and looking like a cat taking a sh*t) during the initial pull when deadlifting...plus More! For Show Notes & Timestamps goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

Cam Josse returns to the podcast to share some NEW programming ideas and progressions he's been implementing at DeFranco's private gym in East Rutherford, NJ! Specific topics of conversation include: ACL injury prevention guidelines; Why Cameron now STARTS his training cycles with an emphasis on unilateral movements and then progresses to bilateral movements (as opposed to the other way around); How to classify, program & progress GAMES into your athlete's training; Efficiency vs Effectiveness; Can Mental Toughness be developed in the weightroom...and much, Much MORE! *For Show Notes, Timestamps & Important Links from this episode goto: www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

Joe continues his information-packed Q&A from last week! This week's new topics include: Loading parameters and set/rep recommendations for your accessory lifts (when myofibrillar hypertrophy is the main goal); Best accessory exercises for increasing deadlift strength; How to put on size without losing athleticism; Best exercises to fix "uneven shoulders"; Have the DeFranco Core Values changed at all in the past 10-15 years; Would Joe ever consider speaking in Russia; How do you train a fighter (or any athlete) that doesn't have a specific fight/competition booked; Why most speed drills don't get kids faster (and what to do about it). For Show Notes & Timestamps from today's episode goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com To learn more about our CPPS certification, course schedule & Master's Program goto www.CPPScoaches.com

On this week's episode Joe answers 17 different questions covering a wide variety of topics. Highlights include: How to organize a lower body power workout; Best lower body exercises for tall athletes; Why Joe switched from coffee to caffeine tablets; How to train and build hard/dense muscles (as opposed to looking "soft & puffy"); How to distinguish if your tight ankles are a flexibility issue or a mobility issue; Joe's favorite Italian meal; Preparing a 16-year-old for a future in the WWE; Joe's Top 3 relationship-building tips;What to look for in a business partner...and much, Much MORE! For Show Notes & Timestamps goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com To join the DeFranco Insider goto www.DeFrancoInsider.com To register for the CPPS certification course in San Jose, CA goto www.CPPScoaches.com/schedule

This week's podcast was recorded on location in Orlando, Florida - where Joe got to catch up with former NXT Champ Tommaso Ciampa (as he prepares for his in-ring return!) Highlight's from Joe & Tommaso's conversation include: What life is like as an "Indy wrestler"; Is it more fun to be a heel or babyface; The unique/frustrating process of recovering from neck surgery; The importance of having the right mindset when rehabbing an injury; Tommaso's weekly training split; Balancing in-ring work with the weight room; Tommaso's 4 Go-To exercises; How Tommaso figured out the nutrition plan that works best for him; Triple H's meticulous eating habits; Thoughts on NXT's Wednesday night TV competition...and much More! For Show Notes & Timestamps goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com To Register for the next CPPS certification course goto www.CPPScoaches.com/schedule

This week Joe is joined by UFC Fighter and fellow "Jersey Boy" Mickey Gall. Highlights from this INFOTAINMENT-PACKED show include: Crazy bar & bum fight stories; The biggest "difference-makers" in Mickey's training (since he began working w/ Joe); What is Mickey's mindset when he "makes the walk" to the octagon before a UFC fight; The exercise(s) that Mickey HATES doing but LOVES the results; Best pizza in NJ revealed...and Lots MORE! *For Show Notes & Timestamps goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

This week Dr. Johanan Rand makes his 3rd appearance on the Industrial Strength Show. He uses this appearance to share new research regarding "NAD" (nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide) - an exciting new anti-aging breakthrough! During this episode you will learn: What exactly is "NAD"; What does NAD do inside our body; How long has NAD supplementation been around; Can you test your NAD levels; The amazing benefits of boosting your NAD levels; Using NAD to overcome alcoholism and opiate addiction; What's the best way to supplement NAD; Can we naturally boost our NAD levels (via lifestyle, eating specific foods, etc); Is NAD legitimately an "anti-aging miracle"...and Much MORE! For Show Notes, Timestamps and Important Links from this week's show goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com

This week Joe is joined by his good friend & business partner - Jim "Smitty" Smith. The show begins with some back and forth banter regarding Joe's new sleep schedule, parenting dilemmas, and more. After about 20 minutes of "life talk" they get down to business and start this week's Q&A! Specific topics include: How do Joe & Smitty come up with such innovative exercises; One of the most overlooked and underrated ways to vary/progress an exercise; Do they Like, Love or Hate the Kettlebell Swing for clients and athletes; Joe and Smitty's contrasting views on the Turkish Get-Up; The best way to program the Farmer's Walk into your training; What does it take to tear 2 decks of cards; How to build a client base when you're a Personal Trainer just getting started; HUGE ANNOUNCEMENT regarding the CPPS certification...and Lots MORE! For Show Notes & Timestamps visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com To learn more about the new CPPS "Master's Program" visit www.CPPScoaches.com/masters

This week Joe continues the Q&A he started last week, answering 5 new questions on the following topics: The many benefits of sprinting/training in sand (Follow-up from last week's featured topic); How often should trainers program field/skill-based work for their athletes; Can doing pull-ups & push-ups every morning and evening negatively affect posture; What muscles/movements are essential for keeping the knees stable after ACL reconstruction; How can coaches differentiate strength-speed & speed-strength if they don't have access to a tendo unit...and More! For Show Notes & Timestamps goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com