The Jay Ferruggia Show

Questions have continued to pour in from you, the listeners, so we're gonna keep giving you the answers. In this info-packed episode you're going to learn how to get jacked without beating the hell outta your joints, how to find the right coach or mentor, how to market like a genius, and a lot more to help you dominate your path. What are your plans for your garage gym and what are some of the pieces you'll be buying? What are the top 5 exercises for longevity and strength? Best plan to get someone jacked for a movie? Can you recommend a budget friendly cable pulley for a squat rack? How would you program reverse deadmills? As part of a warm up or within a workout? Efficacy of super slow HIT/ 1 set to failure approaches? Is the volume too low for hypertrophy? What are some elbow and wrist friendly triceps isolation exercises? Skull crushers hurt. Best training split for advanced (34 years lifting) I love push/pull/legs MFW. Is that enough? What's your favorite deadlift variation? How do I best combat elbow pain when training back and arms? Thoughts on pre workout? What's your take on sugar alternatives like stevia, erythritol, etc? Is it ok to eat bison every day? Can I keep my gains with three 60 minute full body workouts a week? Best ways to find a mentor or coach to work with? What should I look for in one? This episode is brought to you by Cured Nutrition. Cured Rise is a caffeine-free daytime CBD nootropic supplement. Infused with 9mg of Broad Spectrum CBD extract, it encourages sustained wakefulness and focus and promotes stress resilience. Cured Zen is a CBD sleep supplement that encourages relaxation, helps you ease away the stress of the day with all-natural ingredients and improves sleep quality. Click HERE to get yours today and use the coupon code, "Renegade" for a 15% discount. This episode is also brought to you by paleovalley. Their delicious beef sticks are sourced from 100% grass-fed and grass-finished cows that are never fed grains nor harmful antibiotics. Go to paleovalley.com and use the coupon code "JAY" to save 15% off your order today. This episode is also brought to you by Belcampo. Food quality matters, especially when it comes to the meat you eat! Belcampo's farms produce only the highest quality grass-fed, grass-finished meat. Go to Belcampo.com/Jay and use the coupon JAY10 to save 10%. This episode is also brought to you by Timepiece Monthly. Timepiece Monthly is the Premier Watch Club, Globally, offering up amazing quality wristwatches in all sorts of styles, hand-matched to your style preferences, hand-wrapped and shipped to your door each month or quarter. With a ton of other community-first features, Timepiece Monthly knows what makes watch lovers "tick". This company is taking the watch community by storm, so upgrade your watch game today at www.timepiecemonthly.com and use code "JAY20" for 20% off your first month's subscription.

Questions…. You have them. Answers… I got em'! In this episode of the world renowned Renegade Radio Podcast we're comin at ya with a listener Q&A. I'm answering your questions on a variety of topics that will help you build a stronger body and live a better life. Topics Discussed Include: What is my current opinion on intermittent fasting? We all know how to gain muscle now, but what's the best way to retain it? How would you program farmers walk into a pull/push/legs/arms split? How much Nas is too much Nas on a gym playlist? Where would you set up the calories on a cut for an active athlete training more than once a day? Timeline on moving back to Cali? Would you ever move back to NJ? What's your go to coffee brand these days? Time is running short, what is your last meal, including dessert? Have you ever tried eliminating caffeine completely or is it something you would consider? Opinion on resting a minimum of 3 min between sets regardless of exercises for optimal results? Have you found any boxer briefs that won't ride up? I remember the 420 bar experience you shared:) Is that a typical experience for the 420. Beginners approach to increase vertical/dunk a basketball? Do you think actors take drugs when they prep for movies? Tacos el pastor or carne asada? Do you subscribe to certain rep ranges for certain muscles? i.e. calves higher reps, biceps higher etc. What's your best replacement/adjustment for Glute Hams without a Glute Ham bench? Trying to break my phone addiction...help? (It's the worst of my addictions) Full body workout for women 40+ who are intermediate lifters? What do you think about strongman training? Do you still advocate lots of band dislocations and pull apart through the day/week/training session? This episode is brought to you by Organifi. With pain-soothing herbs, antioxidants, & phyto-nutrients all in one delicious, soothing "Golden Milk," Organifi Gold will help you sleep better at night and feel amazing in the morning. Click HERE or go to www.organifi.com/renegade to get yours today and get 20% off your order. This episode is also brought to you by Epoch Whey Protein. Epoch Whey Protein is a verified grass-fed whey isolate that is derived from the milk of Ireland cows. Go to YourEpoch.com and use the coupon code JAY to save 20% on your order today! This episode is also brought to you by paleovalley. Their delicious beef sticks are sourced from 100% grass-fed and grass-finished cows that are never fed grains nor harmful antibiotics. Go to paleovalley.com and use the coupon code "JAY" to save 15% off your order today.

After 27 years as a park and recreation administrator Nate Wilkins decided to reinvent himself. Inspired to overcome his own weight gain and health issues he set out not only to reclaim his own health and fitness but to also help others do the same regardless of age. He became a fitness coach and he is the co-creator of The Ageless Workout, founder of The NOW Group, and co-founder of Panache Wellness & Fitness. He's also the author of The Now Factors for Success book series and recognized as one of the 100 most influential African Americans in Kansas City, MO. Whether you want to live to see 100 like Nate does, or you want to know how to strengthen your body, mind and character at any age, this episode is for you! Listen as we discuss: Nate's background and how he discovered health and wellness is his calling. [7:41] The Now Factors for Success and what his biz looks like today. [13:23] What does it mean to recreate yourself by "stretching your struggle"? [16:16] What are the Ageless Workout and The NOW Group? [18:39] What does a typical week of fitness look like for Nate? [22:11] The meditation practices he uses to help him hit his goal of reaching 100 years old. [25:14] How can you develop a "Michael Jordan" mindset to overcome all challenges? [29:04] How important are your relationships to your overall well being? [35:00] Advice for cutting ties with friends or family members who are no longer right for you. [39:22] What are some of his favorite recovery methods? [42:49] How does he recommend for older and out of shape people to approach fitness? [44:05] The simple nutrition guidelines that keep him looking and feeling great. [49:30] His thoughts on taking 100% responsibility for your health and wellness. [52:54] What's currently on Nate's workout playlist? [56:21] This episode is brought to you by biOptimizers. Magnesium Breakthrough is the most potent, complete, first full spectrum magnesium formula ever created. If you want to beat stress, get fit, sleep better and recover faster you need full spectrum magnesium to complete your healthy lifestyle. Go to www.MagBreakthrough.com/JAY and use the coupon code JAY10 to get yours while supplies last! This episode is also brought to you by Epoch Whey Protein. Epoch Whey Protein is a verified grass-fed whey isolate that is derived from the milk of Ireland cows. It has no soy, no added sugars, no artificial colors or flavors, no gluten and it is non-GMO. This incredible tasting protein gives your muscles what they need and nothing they don't. Go to YourEpoch.com and use the coupon code JAY to save 20% on your order today! This episode is also brought to you by Formula Nootropics. Nootropics are nutrients proven to improve brain performance. Some call then cognitive enhancers or smart drugs. Formula is the world's first personalized nootropics company. They built a recommendation engine that's able to predict which nutrients you should be taking, in what combinations and the right dosages. To become more focused, energetic, and productive go to FindMyFormula.com, take the 3 minute assessment, and based on their data set, you'll be recommended four nootropic variations to test in your first month. Use the coupon code JAY to receive 15% off your first shipment.

This week we're comin at ya with another jabroni beatin', pie eatin', trail blazin', eyebrow raisin' Q&A episode of the world-famous, Renegade Radio Podcast. If you wanna get jacked and strong AF, this is the episode for you. Thanks to all of you who submitted your questions. Keep em' coming and I'll keep giving you the answers to help you build a body that turns heads. If ya smeeeeeeell what the Transformation King is cookin'! What bodyfat % do you let guys lean bulk to before doing a mini cut? Total exercise amount for each body part? Tips to increase mobility enough to overhead squat? What's your opinion on donkey calf raises vs standing calf raises? I have been lifting for years yet don't look like I lift at all. Any suggestions? Seated vs lying leg curl. If you could only have 1 and what is your preference? How do you balance living in the moment vs getting things done? Do you let your athletes make choices in their training? Like Splits, exercise selection, etc. What do you do on deload weeks? What are your thoughts on training with bands? Are they less impact on the joints? Will you ever put out online programs again? Renegade Strength Club is fire. How do I build muscle while playing sports? If you cool jasmine rice in the fridge for 24 hrs then reheat it, does it become anti- inflammatory? Would you still do a push day if you have a shoulder impingement? Full body workout with just an upper push pull and a lower. Enough to get the job done? This episode is brought to you by Athletic Greens. With 75 ingredients working together to help with 11 different areas of health, Athletic Greens helps detoxify your body, boost your energy, and strengthen your immune system. Get all your vital nutrition in 30 seconds or less at www.AthleticGreens.com/Jay to claim your Renegade Radio special offer. This episode is also brought to you by biOptimizers. Magnesium Breakthrough is the most potent, complete, first full spectrum magnesium formula ever created. If you want to beat stress, get fit, sleep better and recover faster you need full spectrum magnesium to complete your healthy lifestyle. Go to www.MagBreakthrough.com/JAY and use the coupon code JAY10 to get yours while supplies last! This episode is also brought to you by Formula Nootropics. Nootropics are nutrients proven to improve brain performance. Some call then cognitive enhancers or smart drugs. Formula is the world's first personalized nootropics company. They built a recommendation engine that's able to predict which nutrients you should be taking, in what combinations and the right dosages. To become more focused, energetic, and productive go to FindMyFormula.com, take the 3 minute assessment, and based on their data set, you'll be recommended four nootropic variations to test in your first month. Use the coupon code JAY to receive 15% off your first shipment.

Paul Epstein is a globally renowned expert on how purpose impacts everything we do and he's got the wins to show for it. He's also a keynote speaker, coach, consultant and the author of the #1 bestselling book, The Power of Playing Offense. Paul spent nearly 15 years as a pro sports executive for several NFL and NBA teams, global agencies, and the NFL league office. He transformed numerous NBA teams from the absolute bottom in league revenue to top-two in financial performance. He's also broken every premium revenue metric in Super Bowl history as the NFL's sales leader. He believes his many accomplishments are directly connected to the moment he found his Why - the purpose that drives him in everything he does. Now Paul's mission is to help others discover their Why, ignite their passion and purpose, and ultimately fulfill their true potential. Listen as we discuss: Paul's background and how he found his calling. [3:58] What are his core values and why should you establish your own? [11:04] Why his life wouldn't be what it is today without belief and growth. [13:00] A simple framework for going after what you really want. [17:31] Game changing advice on building relationships. [21:07] Paul's book and The 5 Pillars of Playing Offense. [26:58] What creates a great culture? [35:00] The difference between partners, tourists and prisoners on a team. [38:29] How to deliver feedback for optimal results. [40:10] What are the traits that great leaders possess? [45:28] What are Paul's daily habits, rituals and non-negotiables? [49:34] Who are his favorite athletes of all time? [55:10] This episode is brought to you by Epoch Whey Protein. Epoch Whey Protein is a verified grass-fed whey isolate that is derived from the milk of Ireland cows. It has no soy, no added sugars, no artificial colors or flavors, no gluten and it is non-GMO. This incredible tasting protein gives your muscles what they need and nothing they don't. Go to YourEpoch.com and use the coupon code JAY to save 20% on your order today! This episode is also brought to you by biOptimizers. Magnesium Breakthrough is the most potent, complete, first full spectrum magnesium formula ever created. If you want to beat stress, get fit, sleep better and recover faster you need full spectrum magnesium to complete your healthy lifestyle. As a special offer only for listeners of the Renegade Radio Podcast you can get up to 40% off your order today! Go to www.MagBreakthrough.com/JAY and use the coupon code JAY10 to get yours while supplies last!

In this listener Q&A episode we cover a variety of topics that will help you reduce injuries and improve your joint health, and build size and strength faster. We also talk about music, fashion, essential life skills and a whole lot more. Specific topics addressed include: - How to bulletproof your elbows and knees. - How to incorporate tire flips into your training. - The best rep range for natural lifters. - The difference between training for strength, speed and hypertrophy. - How to avoid common injuries. - How to avoid excessive fatigue from your workouts. - Should you do low volume or high volume? - Should older lifters do lower reps or higher reps? - How to get published in magazines. - The exact calorie and macro formula for muscle gain. - Sample 20 minute workouts. - Best exercises for core stability and lower back pain. - How to build muscle with calisthenics plus weights. - Home gym equipment recommendations. - Can you drink beer and hit your goals? - My favorite shoe brands for styling and training. - Why I first got into improv. - How many row variations should you include in a back workout? - The top 25 hip hop songs of all time. This episode is brought to you by Belcampo. Food quality matters, especially when it comes to the meat you eat! Belcampo's farms produce only the highest quality grass-fed, grass-finished meat. Their beef, lamb, pork and poultry is certified organic and humanely raised on a climate positive farm. Go to Belcampo.com/Jay and use the coupon JAY10 to save 10%. This episode is also brought to you by Athletic Greens. With 75 ingredients working together to help with 11 different areas of health, Athletic Greens help detoxify your body, boost your energy, and strengthen your immune system. Get all your vital nutrition in 30 seconds or less at www.AthleticGreens.com/Jay to claim your Renegade Radio special offer. This episode is also brought to you by Rock Hard Science. The Phoenix Pro is a medically supervised acoustic wave therapy device for men. Improve performance easily at any age from the comfort of your own home. Go to RockHardScience.com/Jay to get $500 off the do-it-yourself home bedroom performance tool for men.

Kofi Kingston is a WWE Superstar and the first African born WWE Champion in the company's illustrious history. After years of grinding, his stoic mindset and unstoppable positivity helped him reach the pinnacle of Sports Entertainment. In this candid and illuminating discussion Kofi gives you a behind the curtains look at the adversities he overcame and lessons he learned as he climbed the ranks to become one of the most recognizable and revered stars in professional wrestling. Aside from his many in ring accomplishments, what's most impressive is what a genuinely kind and incredible human being he is. Whether you're a fan of pro wrestling, or you've never seen a match, you're going to love this episode. Listen as we discuss: What was life like for Kofi growing up? [3:36] From a cubicle to the squared circle - how he got started in wrestling. [9:05] How he approaches life with such a positive and powerful mindset. [16:34] How did he go from a shy and quiet kid to a WWE Superstar? [21:40] Kofi-Mania - The skin tingling story behind his first reign as WWE Champion. [27:02] Why Kofi's kids are his top priority when he's home. [46:44] How does he train and eat to keep his body strong and ready for the ring? [54:36] What does he do for recovery and mobility? [1:01:27] Kofi's Top 5 MC's (at the moment) [1:06:18] What does he want his legacy to be when it's all said and done? [1:13:25] This episode is brought to you by Cured Nutrition. CBD is a game changer when it comes to reducing inflammation and improving sleep quality. Cured Nutrition makes CBD-infused products from Colorado-grown organic hemp. Their spices and nut-based cookie dough are delicious and so easy to incorporate into any well-rounded health and fitness program. For deep relaxation and ultimate recovery try their concentrated oils and gel caps. Click HERE to get yours today and use the coupon code, "Renegade" for a 15% discount. This episode is also brought to you by Formula Nootropics. Nootropics are nutrients proven to improve brain performance. Some call them cognitive enhancers or smart drugs. Formula is the world's first personalized nootropics company. They built a recommendation engine that's able to predict which nutrients you should be taking, in what combinations and the right dosages. To become more focused, energetic, and productive go to FindMyFormula.com, take the 3 minute assessment, and based on their data set, you'll be recommended four nootropic variations to test in your first month. Use the coupon code JAY to receive 15% off your first shipment.

On this week's Q&A episode we cover training around injuries, building muscle, nutrition, music, grooming and more. I also give a brief explanation of how and why I ended up moving out of LA and down to Austin. And then out of Austin to our new temporary home. Grab your headphones (preferably with a wire to avoid EMF's!), take the dogs for a walk (or go adopt one) and enjoy. Questions answered: Should training intensity change when on a calorie deficit for fat loss? What is the best number of reps for a beginner to build muscle? How often do you incorporate pushups into your workouts? Would you even bother with anyone who's consistently lost your trust? Do you believe in longer fasts of 48-72 hours? The Way I am, Lose Yourself, Til I Collapse, or other? Do you still write programs where volume starts low and progresses to higher over weeks? Top 3 leg exercises for a mid 40's guy with a sensitive low back? What is an "effective rep" and how many per muscle group per week for hypertrophy? What kind of natural grooming products do I use? Why did I leave California and move to Texas? Then leave? This episode is brought to you by biOptimizers. Magnesium Breakthrough is the most potent, complete, first full spectrum magnesium formula ever created. If you want to beat stress, get fit, sleep better and recover faster you need full spectrum magnesium to complete your healthy lifestyle. As a special offer only for listeners of the Renegade Radio Podcast you can get up to 40% off your order today! Go to www.MagBreakthrough.com/JAY and use the coupon code JAY10 to get yours while supplies last! This episode is also brought to you by paleovalley. Their delicious beef sticks are sourced from 100% grass-fed and grass-finished cows that are never fed grains nor harmful antibiotics. Go to paleovalley.com and use the coupon code "JAY" to save 15% off your order today.

You asked for them so we're bringing you more! This week we have another great listener Q&A where I answer your questions on how to get jacked and strong. Topics Include: Best time and way to set up conditioning workouts? Diet to fix your gut health? On the go meals for muscle growth and fat loss? How to make chin ups better? How to build upper pecs like Arnold? Execution or effort? What's most important? Push/Pull/Legs split tips? Kettlebell: overrated or underrated? Training two days per week? One super slow set to failure? How to lose the last few pounds of fat? The one exercise I no longer recommend? Full body or split for athletic performance? Thoughts on BFR bands? Favorite book? How would I design a 5 way body part split? Bands vs. Bodyweight vs. Free weights? Most neglected aspect of health? This episode is brought to you by paleovalley. Their delicious beef sticks are sourced from 100% grass-fed and grass-finished cows that are never fed grains nor harmful antibiotics. Go to paleovalley.com and use the coupon code "JAY" to save 15% off your order today. This episode is also brought to you by Organifi. With pain-soothing herbs, antioxidants, & phyto-nutrients all in one delicious, soothing "Golden Milk," Organifi Gold will help you sleep better at night and feel amazing in the morning. Click HERE or go to www.organifi.com/renegade and use the coupon code "RENEGADE" to save 20%.

Don't smoke. Eat healthy food. Get enough of exercise and quality sleep. Everyone knows the things they should and shouldn't do to reduce their chances of getting chronic diseases like cancer. But what about the cell phone that's constantly glued to your ear? Or the computer you sit in front of for 8 hours a day? Have you ever stopped to think about what those are doing to your health? Would you even know to? Nicolas Pineault is the author of the best-selling book "The Non-Tinfoil Guide to EMFs" and an advocate for safe technologies. HIs passion is to dig up the truth about how electromagnetic fields emitted by cell phones, wifi and Bluetooth might, or might not, affect human health. In this episode Nick is here to teach you what EMFs are, how they could be negatively impacting your life, and how you can combat their effects. Listen as we discuss: What are EMFs and why should you care? [4:19] Why did he become so interested in EMFs? [7:13] Is your cellphone putting you at risk of getting cancer? [12:51] How EMFS are negatively impacting your sleep, mood and life. [14:47] Tips to minimize the damage from your phone. [22:47] Sources of EMFS that are in every home across the nation. [27:03] Fitness enthusiasts beware - these things might do more harm than good. [36:41] Should you be concerned with getting an x-ray? [42:07] Think the baby monitor is helping to keep your child safe? Think again. [44:10] Do you need EMF monitors in your home? [47:08] Effective ways to combat the effects of EMFs. [51:16] This episode is brought to you by Cured Nutrition. Cured Rise is a caffeine-free daytime CBD nootropic supplement. Infused with 9mg of Broad Spectrum CBD extract, it encourages sustained wakefulness and focus and promotes stress resilience. Cured Zen is a CBD sleep supplement that encourages relaxation, helps you ease away the stress of the day with all-natural ingredients and improves sleep quality. Click HERE to get yours today and use the coupon code, "Renegade" for a 15% discount. This episode is also brought to you by Athletic Greens. With 75 ingredients working together to help with 11 different areas of health, Athletic Greens helps detoxify your body, boost your energy, and strengthen your immune system. Get all your vital nutrition in 30 seconds or less at www.AthleticGreens.com/Jay to claim your Renegade Radio special offer.