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Joe DeFranco"s Industrial Strength Show

World-renowned strength & conditioning coach Joe DeFranco shares his thoughts on training for peak performance, mindset, and living your passion. As the founder and owner of DeFranco"s Gym, he also provides the business knowledge that helped him turn a 500-square-foot storage closet into a global brand. Each week, Joe will educate, motivate and entertain his audience by answering their questions and/or conducting interviews with top athletes, fitness professionals, entrepreneurs, and other highly

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01:14:42

#545 The Unbiased TRUTH About Training Volume...And...

Joe DeFranco"s Industrial Strength Show ·

2025/10/30

Joe kicks off today's show by explaining why he's pissed off... He then makes up for his "negativity" by giving away a bunch of free supplements and merch! He spends the remainder of the show discussing TRAINING VOLUME... More specifically, "Why the pendulum has currently shifted back towards low volume and whether or not it's TRULY 'better' for building muscle." If you're someone who prefers the nuanced truth (over 60-second Instagram reels) you're going to love this episode! *For a full list of

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01:06:37

#544 Practical Advice for Improving VO2 Max, Should...

Joe DeFranco"s Industrial Strength Show ·

2025/10/23

Joe kicks off this week's show with 2 very important announcements... He then answers 4 "cardio-related" questions from his audience. Specific topics include: 1) Is the "Norwegian 4x4 protocol" the best training method for someone looking to get in shape/improve their VO2 Max? 2) What is the single best form of cardio? 3) Is a 10-minute HIIT session the same (or better) than 45 minutes of LISS? 4) Should you perform your cardio before or after weight training? *For a full list of Show Notes w/

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01:33:43

#543 BUILT DIFFERENT: A Behind-The-Scenes Look at the...

Joe DeFranco"s Industrial Strength Show ·

2025/10/16

On this week's show Smitty and Joe D. "pull back the curtain" and give the audience a behind-the-scenes look at [what goes into] the creation of a PhD-level training program. From the unique training split, to the exercise selection, to the "secret experiment" Joe conducted on himself... You'll learn it all! If you love knowing the "Why's" behind high-level programming - you're going to love this episode! [NOTE: "Built Different" drops on the Team Forever Strong app Monday, October 20th. You can try

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01:26:00

#541 When To Program Slow Eccentrics, Exercise...

Joe DeFranco"s Industrial Strength Show ·

2025/10/02

This week Joe is solo and he's answering 4 of YOUR questions! Specific topics include: 1) Is eccentric duration important for muscle hypertrophy? (If not, is there EVER a reason to intentionally slow down the eccentric portion of the lift?) 2) What NOT to do [training-wise] if you're looking to build muscle and strength 3) Are glucose monitors beneficial for non-diabetics? Should we be concerned about "insulin spikes" when trying to drop body fat? 4) The best way to sequence exercises for joint

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01:26:47

#540 The Nuanced TRUTH About Bulking, Fasting,...

Joe DeFranco"s Industrial Strength Show ·

2025/09/25

This week Joe welcomes Dr. Allan Bacon to the Industrial Strength Show. Dr. Allan holds a Doctorate in Dental Surgery from the University of Maryland. He transitioned from a career as an oral surgeon to become a certified Bodybuilding, Powerlifting & Fitness coach. He's also a certified Nutritionist and has formulated professionally for industry-leading dietary supplement companies since 2009. You can find his published fitness articles in outlets such as Muscle & Fitness, Sci-Fit, the Alan Aragon

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01:13:45

#539 Principle-Based Programming & Pain-Free Gains w/...

Joe DeFranco"s Industrial Strength Show ·

2025/09/18

After a 7-year hiatus, Dr. John Rusin (Founder & CEO of Pain-Free Performance Certifications & author of "Pain-Free Performance") returns to the Industrial Strength Show...and he does NOT disappoint! This episode is jam-packed with wisdom, helpful tips, and actionable advice. Highlights from Joe & John's conversation include: What has changed in John's training (since he last spoke with Joe 7+ years ago?); What does John believe the "barrier for entry" should be to become a [professional] personal

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01:27:51

#537 The Most Underrated Accessory Exercises For Each...

Joe DeFranco"s Industrial Strength Show ·

2025/09/04

Due to the popularity of last week's show, Joe decided to continue the conversation this week by revealing his "Most Underrated ACCESSORY Exercises For Each Body Part." His list includes 11(ish) exercises RARELY SEEN in commercial gyms! Specific muscle groups include: Chest, Back/Traps, Lateral Delts, Triceps, Biceps/Forearms, Quads, Hamstrings, Glutes, Calves, Abs, and Adductors. Get out your pen and paper so you can take notes...then take your physique straight to GAINSville :) *For a full list of

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01:06:53

#535 The World's Most Humbling Exercise, My #1 Sprint...

Joe DeFranco"s Industrial Strength Show ·

2025/08/21

Joe kicks off this week's show by sharing a life lesson (which was inspired by a recent interaction he had at a local pharmacy). After "storytime" is over, he reads an iTunes review, gives away some free stuff and introduces today's sponsor. He then answers 4 listener questions. Specific topics include: 1) What do you currently consider to be the most humbling exercise? 2) What are your thoughts on the sled push technique popularized by HYROX, ie, full forearm/biceps contact on the poles? 3) What is

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54:33

#533 CrossFit Done Right: The Exercises I'd Include...

Joe DeFranco"s Industrial Strength Show ·

2025/07/31

Joe kicks off this week's show with a few important announcements before getting into this week's main show topic. In honor of the 2025 CrossFit Games taking place this weekend, a listener asked Joe what his "CrossFit done right" would look like. More specifically, if Joe were asked to re-start CrossFit from scratch, what exercises would he include and why? This is a fun show that's sure to spark some interesting opinions and debate. Give it a listen and then let us know YOUR thoughts! *For a full

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53:12

#531 Practical & Proven Strategies To Prevent Stress...

Joe DeFranco"s Industrial Strength Show ·

2025/07/16

Joe kicks off this week's show by sharing 3 exciting projects he's currently working on. He then reads a question from a personal trainer/gym owner who is working with a number of high achieving clients who "stress eat" at work. Joe spends the remainder of the show sharing his "Top 5 Strategies to Prevent Stress Eating at Work and/or Late at Night." This is a MUST-LISTEN for anyone who trains hard and does "everything else right", but they tend to "go off the rails" [nutrition-wise] once per day

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01:21:27

#530 Top 6 Reasons Most Gyms Fail Within The First...

Joe DeFranco"s Industrial Strength Show ·

2025/07/10

This week Joe is joined by his Iron Business Blueprint partner Chris Tutela. The show starts off with some "Jersey talk" and banter (including Joe's current beef with ChatGPT Lol), then they start talkin' business! Together, Joe and Chris share their "Top 6 reasons most gyms fail within the first 1-3 years"... More specifically, 30% of gyms close within the first 12 months and by year 3, the failure rate climbs to between 50-70%! If you are a gym owner or an aspiring gym owner this is a MUST LISTEN

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01:31:57

#525 My Go-To [Low Back Friendly] Leg...

Joe DeFranco"s Industrial Strength Show ·

2025/06/05

For the second week in a row Joe kicks off the show by giving away FREE STUFF to his audience! He then answers 3 listener questions. TOPICS INCLUDE: 1) If Joe could hand out one free ass whoopin' to anyone on earth [with no legal ramifications] who would it be? 2) Joe's Go-To [Low Back Friendly] Leg Workout That Doubles as a Mobility Routine! 3) Joe's Top 5 Favorite Push-up Variations for Advanced Lifters... And MORE! *For a full list of Show Notes + Timestamps visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com.

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01:29:02

#523 Why All Protein Is NOT Created Equal, My...

Joe DeFranco"s Industrial Strength Show ·

2025/05/22

This week Joe answers 13 listener questions! TOPICS INCLUDE: 1) Why Joe decided NOT to review the Netflix Liver King documentary 2) Did Joe & Mike Israetel ever discuss Upright Rows? 3) Joe's thoughts on "kettlebell-only" routines 4) Has Joe ever FINISHED his workout with a mobility block (instead of always doing it BEFORE)? 5) Is there a safe way to push yourself to a forced rep without a training partner present? 6) Tips on designing programs for BJJ athletes 7) How many people does Joe currently

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01:43:57

#518 How To Get The Most iNsAnE Pump of Your Life...

Joe DeFranco"s Industrial Strength Show ·

2025/04/10

This week Joe answers 10 listener questions! Specific topics include: 1) What is the best exercise/stretch to prime for the bench press? 2) Biggest mistake(s) trainers make when working with newbie clients 3) What is the most UNDERRATED training variable when hypertrophy is the main goal? 4) Is Joe going to Vegas for Wrestlemania? If so, will he be gambling? 5) What are Joe's GO-TO hotel workouts & Top 5 push-up challenges? 6) Best stretch to do at your desk when dealing with pain from piriformis

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01:00:47

#517 The Most Overrated Trend in the Fitness Industry...

Joe DeFranco"s Industrial Strength Show ·

2025/04/03

On this week's show Joe shares his [raw & unfiltered] thoughts on Ashton Hall's "life-changing" morning routine. He then reveals what he believes to be the most overrated trend in the fitness industry today! [Trigger Warning.] *For a full list of Show Notes with Timestamps visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com. IMPORTANT LINKS DeFranco's Nutritional supplements [coupon: MuscleUpApril] Team Forever Strong [Try "SHOCK & AWE 2.0" for FREE] @ashtonhallofficial

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01:22:05

#516 REAL-WORLD Coaching Insight [and REAL-FUNNY...

Joe DeFranco"s Industrial Strength Show ·

2025/03/27

This week Sean Hayes makes his 5th Industrial Strength Show appearance - and as per usual - he does NOT disappoint! Sean is the former head strength & conditioning coach at the WWE Performance Center and current Director of Player Performance for the UFL. On today's episode you'll hear him discuss a number of different topics including: Sean's transition from the XFL to the [newly formed] UFL; The new technology being used in the UFL to measure recovery & performance; Training lineman vs skill

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01:22:11

#515 How I Retain Clients for DECADES When Most...

Joe DeFranco"s Industrial Strength Show ·

2025/03/20

This week's show title says it all! Joe shares the secrets to his incredible success as a personal trainer - specifically his ability to retain clients LONG-TERM! *For a full list of Show Notes w/ Timestamps visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com. IMPORTANT LINKS CPPS certification [coupon: JOED30] Iron Business Blueprint "Changing The Game" - Triple H's New Training Regimen (2012 article)

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01:22:01

#514 Achieving Longevity as a Personal Trainer &...

Joe DeFranco"s Industrial Strength Show ·

2025/03/13

This week Andrew Coates makes his Industrial Strength Show debut and he does not disappoint! Andrew is a personal trainer and online coach based in Edmonton, Canada. He's also the host of the Lift Free and Diet Hard podcast, a prolific writer and a highly-sought-after public speaker. On today's show you'll hear Andrew & Joe discuss a number of different topics. Highlights include: What does Andrew attribute his longevity in the industry to?; Creating relatable content vs "chasing virality"; Advice

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01:10:53

#513 The "Lowest Risk, Highest Reward" Strength...

Joe DeFranco"s Industrial Strength Show ·

2025/03/06

For the second week in a row Joe is "podcasting while impaired" after having a root canal performed prior to the show. After sharing some details about the procedure (and the "injury" he suffered afterwards) Joe announces this month's "Muscle Up" supplement sale. He then gets into today's two main show topics: The first part of the show is a last-minute "celebration" of Joe's 10-year podcasting anniversary. In the second half of the show Joe shares his Top 10 Lowest Risk, Highest Reward Strength

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01:11:19

#507 Are S&C coaches to blame when players/teams have...

Joe DeFranco"s Industrial Strength Show ·

2025/01/24

Are strength & conditioning coaches to blame when players/teams have injury-plagued seasons? On this week's show, Joe answers this question while, ironically, battling a painful "injury"! (You can't make this stuff up!) Tune in to find out why Joe recorded this week's show with a giant bag of frozen vegetables tied around his waist (Lol)... And you'll also learn the nuanced TRUTH regarding athletes and "injury prevention"! *For a full list of Show Notes + Timestamps

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