The Jay Ferruggia Show

Fabio Zonin knows how to get jacked and strong. He is the CEO of StrongFirst, founded by legendary Russian Strength & Conditioning specialist, Pavel Tsatsouline. He's also a Master Teacher for FIF (Italian Federation of Fitness) and a former vice president of the Italian Association of Natural Bodybuilding. In this episode Fabio and I give you the keys to unlock your body's potential. You'll learn the difference between intensity and effort, why great form trumps everything else, how to gain muscle and feel great at the same time, and much more. Listen as we discuss: How did Fabio first get into lifting as a kid? [5:01] When did the transition happen from powerlifting to bodybuilding? [8:41] The TRUE definition of intensity vs. effort. [11:05] How his training progressed over time and the differences between big, free weight lifts and machines. [13:52] Is using proper technique more important than having a great training program? [19:01] High frequency training vs. low volume training – what's the difference? [24:41] Always be ready for action; the benefits of splitting up your sets throughout the week. [30:06] Can you train to gain 10 lbs. of muscle AND feel mobile, flexible and athletic at all times? [32:16] How did his training change once he met Pavel Tsatsouline? [37:39] If It Flies Right, It Looks Right: Fabio's journey to a bodybuilding competition. [42:35] What principles does he currently live by? [47:25] What are the StrongFirst principles of training and what programs do they offer? [50:03] Training for more endurance – are YOU making these mistakes? [51:43] What certification courses does StrongFirst offer? [1:14:42] Why it might be time for you to switch up your training program. [1:16:09] This episode is brought to you by Omax Health. Their Omax3 Ultra-Pure is a next generation omega-3 supplement. Omax3 Ultra-Pure helps alleviate joint pain, reduces inflammation and muscle soreness, promotes recovery from intense training, supports optimal heart health, and improves mood, memory and focus. Go to https://www.tryomax.com/jay to get your free box of Omax3 Ultra-Pure with your first purchase. 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. This episode also is brought to you by biOptimizers. Their P3-OM Probiotics may be the most powerful proteolytic probiotic ever developed. P3-OM supplies your gut with powerful protein-digesting bacteria that increase the pool of bioactive amino acids required for muscle growth and recovery. Go to www.p3om.com/renegade and use the code "Renegade" to receive a 15% discount.

Do you want to know how elite athletes like champion MMA fighters and NHL hockey players train for strength and performance while building amazing physiques? In this episode, you'll meet Jon Chaimberg, a man who has trained some of the greatest fighters, like George St-Pierre and Rashad Evans, as well as other mixed martial artists, pro hockey players, major league baseball players, and Canada's National Wrestling Team. If you're a trainer looking for ways to get your clients better results, or just someone who is looking to take their own training and physique to the next level, you'll find it all in episode 258 of the #RenegadeRadioPodcast. Listen as we discuss: How did Jon first get started in fitness? [1:49] How was he able to train such high-level athletes so early in his coaching career? [4:07] Does Jon train the average person the same way he trains elite athletes? [7:55] How to get jacked and strong without doing the big 3 lifts (Squat, Bench, Deadlift) [14:16] Top exercises and movement patterns for you to start today! [16:07] What is the typical workout for an athlete training with Jon for the first time? [18:07] His approach to training heavy and how he programs exercises so workouts are efficient and effective. [20:24] Why he prefers full body workouts vs. splits. [26:50] How does Jon train to stay ripped and muscular year round? [31:48] The importance of listening to your body. [36:06] The diet that keeps him SHREDDED. [40:42] Do as I say, not as I do – His take on recovery practices. [45:48] How has having kids changed his life? [47:58] 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. Their P3-OM Probiotics may be the most powerful proteolytic probiotic ever developed. P3-OM supplies your gut with powerful protein-digesting bacteria that increase the pool of bioactive amino acids required for muscle growth and recovery. Go to www.p3om.com/renegade and use the code "Renegade" to receive a 15% discount.

Do you ever put much thought or consideration into your own identity, into who you are at your core? If not, it's likely you're not achieving the level of success you're capable of in all areas of life. How you see yourself directly influences your behavior, the actions you take and the results you get. It affects what you think is possible for you to achieve in life. So not only does it influence whether you'll achieve your goals or not, but identity can determine if you ever have any big dreams and goals to start with. For 15 years Shannon Graham has been helping people discover their identity, become better leaders and achieve what they once thought was impossible. He is a pioneer of the self-help and coaching industry, a premier motivational speaker who has been featured all over the world and the author of popular books such as "The Revolution of Self: 3 Keys to Personal Liberation" and his latest, "Expand: Leadership that Moves, Fulfills and Changes the World." Identifying who you are and who you want to be is a critical first step to living the life you want to live. To learn how, listen as we discuss: How discovering a Tony Robbins CD set when he was young helped set the course of his life. [6:21] What is the gap between having knowledge and being successful? [9:26] Does your identity drive your behavior? [11:26] How starting conversations with strangers and Craig's List helped him land his first client. [15:15] What was Shannon's biggest challenge early in his career? [19:36] Why people either HAVE a gift or they ARE a gift and how it relates to scaling a business. [21:21] What were his biggest influences and how was he able to expand his business? [28:46] How to find your magic and why your greatest accolades are the results you produce. [30:41] What are the biggest obstacles holding people back? [33:48] Are most people unaware of what they're actually capable of? [37:13] How understanding the power of decision and the concept of quitting "cold turkey" can change your life. [40:54] How your identity determines your habits. [44:40] Why wanting something is NEVER enough. [46:66] Do you make things more difficult than they really are? [50:39] What is the idea behind his new book, "Expand: Leadership that Move, Fulfills and Changes the World"? [57:21] Action steps you can take now to be a better leader today. [1:02:16] What can people do now to become better decision makers? [1:07:05] This episode is brought to you by biOptimizers. Their P3-OM Probiotics may be the most powerful proteolytic probiotic ever developed. P3-OM supplies your gut with powerful protein-digesting bacteria that increase the pool of bioactive amino acids required for muscle growth and recovery. Go to www.p3om.com/renegade and use the code "Renegade" to receive a 15% discount. This episode is also brought to you by Athletic Greens. With 75 ingredients working together to help with eleven different areas of health, there is no better all-in-one supplement than Athletic Greens. Detoxify your body, boost your energy, and strengthen your immune system. Get all your vital nutrition in 30 seconds or less by going to www.AthleticGreens.com/Jay to claim your Renegade Radio special offer.

How would you like to be lean, muscular, strong and athletic like an NFL player? Maybe you weren't blessed with the athleticism to ever make it to the pros but that doesn't mean you can't look like one! If you want to know the secrets to getting jacked like an NFL player don't miss this episode of the #RenegadeRadioPodcast with NY Giants Strength Coach, Aaron Wellman. Aaron is in his third season with the Giants following a 20 year career coaching at the Division I collegiate level. He has helped thousands of players get jacked, strong and ready for battle on the gridiron. His training philosophies have been a game changer for the Giants as they have seen a substantial decrease in the number of season-ending injuries since Aaron's arrival. As the Giants set their sights on becoming Super Bowl Champions, Aaron's coaching has played a pivotal role in preparing for the 2018 season. If you're ready to get your physique in championship form listen as we discuss: What was Aaron's path to becoming the head Strength Coach of the New York Giants? [4:45] How does being a strength coach to college athletes differ from coaching NFL players? [6:00] What changes has he seen in the recruiting process since his time coaching at the collegiate level? (7:18) How being an under sized kid with a passion for football led Aaron to weight training. [8:38] When did he know this was his path in life? [10:30] What and who were his biggest influences and best resources growing up? (12:07) How has his training evolved and would he do anything differently as a coach if he could go back in time? [13:50] The schedule for the Giants' offseason program and why Aaron programs it the way he does. [15:36] What does an eccentric workout look like? (19:50) How he programs running intervals and rest periods. [23:36] What does an upper body workout look like for his athletes? [25:51] What exercises does he prescribe to keep his players mobile and built for longevity? [28:17] How does the training change and how does he help players recover during a grueling season?[31:15] The importance of nutrition and keeping the athletes fueled properly. [36:22] How Aaron gets his athletes to buy in to his training programs and why football is a relationship business. [38:07] What books does he recommend? [40:13] What does his training and nutrition protocol look like now? [41:37] This episode is brought to you by Four Sigmatic. Their brand new Mushroom Mocha Mix combines their super popular Mushroom Coffee with the goodness of chaga and criollo variety cacao to delight and soothe the senses, morning or night. Criollo variety cacao is grown in the foothills of the Andes and is arguably the best tasting and highest quality cacao on the planet. Mushroom mocha mix boasts 500mg of organic dual-extracted chaga per serving. Four Sigmatic is gut friendly and great for those who get an upset stomach from regular coffee. It gets you focused but not jittery, and contains less than half the caffeine of regular coffee. Four Sigmatic comes in handy packets that you just mix with hot or cold water, and it takes just a second to prepare. Go to www.FourSigmatic.com/Jay and use the code JAY to get 15% discount. This episode is also brought to you by Athletic Greens. With 75 ingredients working together to help with eleven different areas of health, there is no better all-in-one supplement than Athletic Greens. Detoxify your body, boost your energy, and strengthen your immune system. Get all your vital nutrition in 30 seconds or less by going to www.AthleticGreens.com/Jay to claim your Renegade Radio special offer.

Mark Bell is one of the most recognizable and successful men in the fitness industry. Known as the "meathead millionaire," Mark has managed to parlay a successful powerlifting career into a multi-million dollar business empire. He is the creator and U.S. patent holder of one of the highest-selling fitness inventions in history, the Slingshot, and a subsequent line of fitness apparel. Mark is also the owner of "The Strongest Gym in the West," Super Training Gym, a strength coach and fitness expert, host of the hit podcast "Mark Bell's Power Cast," and the owner of internationally distributed, Power Magazine. Perhaps what's most impressive about Mark is his ability to constantly evolve, improve and overcome new challenges. A former powerlifter and world record holder, Mark has now set his sights on dominating the bodybuilding stage the way he used to dominate the lifting platform. Whether you're looking for a spark of motivation and success tips to help you achieve your goals, or you just want to learn more about the man who built a fitness empire, you'll find it all and more in this incredible episode! How has Mark achieved such a high level of success in the fitness industry? [5:17] Why he says the greatest thing he is going to lift is people not weights. [14:47] Don't overthink – why you should sometimes put the cart before the horse. [16:53] It's YOU vs. YOU – why part of knowing who you are is knowing who you are not. [20:25] How did Mark turn the idea for the Slingshot into the multi-million dollar business it is today? [25:57] The writing is on the wall (literally); either you're in or you're in the way! [34:17] Why you should be the driver of what's cool. The dangers of social media and the importance of transparency. [37:27] Has Mark's podcast had a significant impact on his business? [48:55] From record setting powerlifter to competitive bodybuilder – how his training and recovery has changed to prepare for the stage. [52:13] His take on the keto diet and how his nutrition has changed for his new endeavor. [1:02:11] What does the future hold for Mark? [1:06:15] His plea to feed your dog's and kids REAL food! [1:10:07] This episode is brought to you by biOptimizers. Their P3-OM Probiotics may be the most powerful proteolytic probiotic ever developed. P3-OM supplies your gut with powerful protein-digesting bacteria that increase the pool of bioactive amino acids required for muscle growth and recovery. Go to www.p3om.com/renegade and use the code "Renegade" to receive a 15% discount. This episode is brought to you by Athletic Greens. With 75 ingredients working together to help with eleven 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.

In this episode of the #RenegadeRadioPodcast I sat down with my longtime friend, John Alvino. John is one of the most respected and knowledgeable strength and conditioning coaches in the fitness industry. He is also a successful fitness writer, a former competitive bodybuilder, and a veteran of the iron game. We discuss the crazy stuff we used to do in the gym, all for the sake of gaining muscle, and how our training has evolved over the years. John provides some great tips for preventing injuries and enhancing your performance in the gym. He gives valuable advice for anyone who wants to succeed as a fitness coach, explains the difference between how he trains clients now versus back in the day, and much more. If you want to learn an approach to training and business that will help you achieve more success with both you don't want to miss this episode. Listen as we discuss: A look back at the crazy sh*t John and I used to do in the gym and how our training has evolved over the years. [3:44] How does he decide what exercises to use in his own training and in the programs he prescribes to his clients? [11:57] What are the most effective warm up exercises to do before upper body training? [19:54] The ONE exercise he says is crucial before doing any heavy squats. [21:34] The differences between how John trained people in the 90's versus today. [24:54] What you must do now to make your business better if you're a trainer. [28:24] How to create long lasting relationships and become the highest performer in the gym. [34:44] What struggles has John had to overcome to build a successful business? [39:57] How are John's priorities different today than they were in the past? [43:44] The power of the mind in all aspects of your life. [47:44] This episode is brought to you by Athletic Greens. With 75 ingredients working together to help with eleven different areas of health, there is no better all-in-one supplement than Athletic Greens. Detoxify your body, boost your energy, and strengthen your immune system. Get all your vital nutrition in 30 seconds or less by going to www.AthleticGreens.com/Jay to claim your Renegade Radio special offer. This episode is also 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. Visit www.CuredNutrition.com and use the coupon code, "JAY" for a 15% discount.

Have you ever wondered how celebrities like Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman get their bodies so lean and muscular to prepare for roles like Dead Pool and Wolverine? While us mere mortals grind for years trying to build the perfect physique it seems like these guys are able to completely transform in a matter of months. What's their secret? What (or who) do they know and do that the rest of us don't? In this episode of the #RenegadeRadioPodcast you'll be introduced to the man behind many of Hollywood's most impressive physiques, Don Saladino. Don is one of the world's leading health and fitness experts, the owner of some of the most successful fitness facilities in NYC, Drive Health Clubs, and one of the most in demand and respected trainers in the business. As we talk training, Don not only reveals how he helps build the physiques of A-list celebrities but he also shares how he got his body ready for the cover of Muscle & Fitness. He describes how he got started in fitness, explains how he landed some big name clients and gives actionable tips to help new coaches and trainers experience more success. Whether your goal is to transform your body, or to succeed in the fitness industry by helping clients change theirs, this is an episode you don't want to miss! How did Don first discover his passion for fitness? [3:42] At what point did he realize fitness was his career path? [6:35] How he landed his first high profile client and why he prefers to be referred to as a coach and not a celebrity trainer. [10:05] What you can learn from the mistakes Don made early in his career. [12:52] How he trained to get ready for the cover of Muscle & Fitness and how he keeps his body 2 weeks from cover ready all year long. [14:48] How should beginners train to build muscle, lose fat and gain strength? [19:42] How Don trained Ryan Reynolds to get jacked for his role in Dead Pool. [21:18] Is sticking to the plan keeping you and your clients from getting results? [24:17] Tips for building rapport with clients – can you be their trainer AND their friend? [28:27] How to eat to look, feel and perform like an athlete. [29:36] His business ventures with Garden of Life products and the food service, Epicured. [40:04] What you should keep in mind if you want to succeed in the fitness industry. [42:56] This episode is brought to you by Four Sigmatic. Their brand new Mushroom Mocha Mix combines their super popular Mushroom Coffee with the goodness of chaga and criollo variety cacao to delight and soothe the senses, morning or night. Criollo variety cacao is grown in the foothills of the Andes and is arguably the best tasting and highest quality cacao on the planet. Mushroom mocha mix boasts 500mg of organic dual-extracted chaga per serving. Four Sigmatic is gut friendly and great for those who get an upset stomach from regular coffee. It gets you focused but not jittery, and contains less than half the caffeine of regular coffee. Four Sigmatic comes in handy packets that you just mix with hot or cold water, and it takes just a second to prepare. Go to www.FourSigmatic.com/Jay and use the code JAY to get 15% discount. This episode is also brought to you by Athletic Greens. With 75 ingredients working together to help with eleven different areas of health, there is no better all-in-one supplement than Athletic Greens. Detoxify your body, boost your energy, and strengthen your immune system. Get all your vital nutrition in 30 seconds or less by going to www.AthleticGreens.com/Jay to claim your Renegade Radio special offer.

If you want to learn how to build a booming fitness business, while creating a culture of community, connection and contribution, Episode 252 of the #RenegadeRadioPodcast will be a game changer. Former MTV reality star, Kenny Santucci is my guest in this episode. Kenny is a fitness professional and owner of one of NYC's greatest gyms, Solace New York. A former fat kid from an unhealthy Italian family, Kenny grew tired of not feeling good about himself so he decided to change his body and life. Inspired by the physiques of wrestling superstars and action film heroes of the 80's, he began training with weights and quickly fell in love with fitness. Realizing how much better he felt about his self, and seeing and feeling how differently he was treated by others, sparked his passion for helping other people experience the same changes in their lives. To speed up your learning curve, and potentially save yourself years of frustration, don't miss this episode! Show notes for this episode and all episodes can be found at https://www.JasonFerruggia.com. This episode is also 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. Visit www.CuredNutrition.com and use the coupon code, "JAY" for a 15% discount. This episode is also brought to you by Athletic Greens. With 75 ingredients working together to help with eleven different areas of health, there is no better all-in-one supplement than Athletic Greens. Detoxify your body, boost your energy, and strengthen your immune system. Get all your vital nutrition in 30 seconds or less by going to www.AthleticGreens.com/Jay to claim your Renegade Radio special offer.

Dr. Jordan Shallow not only talks the talk (he's a chiropractor and one of the brightest and most insightful guys in the fitness industry) but, as a competitive powerlifter, Strength and Conditioning Coach and one of the strongest, most jacked dudes around, he also walks the walk. In this episode we delve into all things training. Jordan reveals some of the biggest myths and misconceptions regarding training and provides information that will help you achieve your fitness goals, faster. He explains everything from how to perform the big lifts, so you get jacked and strong while avoiding injury, to the best ways to improve mobility, stability and flexibility. We discuss the importance of self-care techniques, how to make bench pressing safer and more effective, optimal training frequency and volume, the best ways for the average person to train, and a lot more. This is a can't miss episode if you want to gain muscle and get strong while moving and feeling better than ever before. Show notes for this episode and all episodes can be found at https://www.JasonFerruggia.com. This episode is brought to you by Athletic Greens. With 75 ingredients working together to help with eleven different areas of health, there is no better all-in-one supplement than Athletic Greens. Detoxify your body, boost your energy, and strengthen your immune system. Get all your vital nutrition in 30 seconds or less by going to www.AthleticGreens.com/Jay to claim your Renegade Radio special offer. This episode is also brought to you by Four Sigmatic. Their brand new Mushroom Mocha Mix combines their super popular Mushroom Coffee with the goodness of chaga and criollo variety cacao to delight and soothe the senses, morning or night. Criollo variety cacao is grown in the foothills of the Andes and is arguably the best tasting and highest quality cacao on the planet. Mushroom mocha mix boasts 500mg of organic dual-extracted chaga per serving. Four Sigmatic is gut friendly and great for those who get an upset stomach from regular coffee. It gets you focused but not jittery, and contains less than half the caffeine of regular coffee. Four Sigmatic comes in handy packets that you just mix with hot or cold water, and it takes just a second to prepare. Go to www.FourSigmatic.com/Jay and use the code JAY to get 15% discount.

What does it mean to live a heroic life? Does it take the skillset and killer instinct of a Marine on the front lines in war? Or do you need the courage and mental toughness to overcome life's greatest challenges? For Rudy Reyes, my guest in this episode, it was all this and more. Rudy is a former Force Recon Marine, actor, motivational speaker and fitness expert. As a child he faced and overcame struggles that most people can't fathom. Watching silver screen heroes like Bruce Lee and Stallone, he found encouragement, hope and the example of what he wanted to be. He followed in the footsteps of his father and stepfather and enlisted in the Marines. After proudly serving his country he ended his decorated military career as an American hero. At one point in his life Rudy was a Weapon of Mass Destruction. His new goal is to leave a legacy where he is known as a Weapon of Mass Creation. Rudy achieved success and fulfillment despite great adversity. To learn what it takes for you to do the same don't miss this episode. Show notes for this and every episode can be found at www.JasonFerruggia.com This episode is brought to you by Athletic Greens. With 75 ingredients working together to help with eleven different areas of health, there is no better all-in-one supplement than Athletic Greens. Detoxify your body, boost your energy, and strengthen your immune system. Get all your vital nutrition in 30 seconds or less by going to https://www.athleticgreens.com/jay to claim your Renegade Radio special offer. This episode is also brought to you by Four Sigmatic. Their brand new Mushroom Mocha Mix combines their super popular Mushroom Coffee with the goodness of chaga and criollo variety cacao to delight and soothe the senses, morning or night. Criollo variety cacao is grown in the foothills of the Andes and is arguably the best tasting and highest quality cacao on the planet. Mushroom mocha mix boasts 500mg of organic dual-extracted chaga per serving. Four Sigmatic is gut friendly and great for those who get an upset stomach from regular coffee. It gets you focused but not jittery, and contains less than half the caffeine of regular coffee. Four Sigmatic comes in handy packets that you just mix with hot or cold water, and it takes just a second to prepare. Go to www.FourSigmatic.com/Jay and use the code JAY to get 15% discount. This episode is also brought to you by Organifi, an organic, superfood supplement line that makes quality trusted nutrition convenient and accessible. Their Daily Tumeric helps promote a healthy response to inflammation in your body. Click HERE or go to www.organifi.com/jay to get 20% off your order by using the coupon code "JAY" at checkout.