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Barbell Medicine Podcast

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Q&A: Cholesterol Lowering, Volume vs. Intensity For...

Barbell Medicine Podcast ·

2025/11/14

Barbell Medicine Q&A: Cholesterol, Hypertrophy Volume, and Training EfficiencyEpisode SummaryIn this Q&A session, Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum addresses listener questions on optimizing training, managing health metrics, and navigating supplement use. Key topics include the latest evidence on cholesterol management (statins vs. PCSK9 inhibitors), why routine Vitamin D supplementation is usually unnecessary, and the mechanics of hypertrophy, emphasizing that volume is superior to intensity once a

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Episode #374: Mental Strategies: Neuroscience,...

Barbell Medicine Podcast ·

2025/11/11

Mental Strategies: Neuroscience, Visualization, and Developing ResilienceEpisode Summary: Training Your Brain for Performance and HealthDr. Jordan Feigenbaum welcomes Anne-Sophie Fluri, a neuroscientist with a background in experimental neuroscience and Parkinson's disease research, who now runs Brain Wave, focusing on mental fitness and performance workshops.This episode leverages Anne-Sophie's expertise to discuss powerful mental strategies applicable to life, stress management, and

20:12

Q&A Deep Dive: Measuring Fat Loss, Testosterone vs....

Barbell Medicine Podcast ·

2025/11/07

🎙️ Q&A Deep Dive: The Critical Cutoff for Fat Loss, Safety, and Strength📝 Episode Summary: BMI, Training Safety, and Evidence-Based NutritionIn this mini-sode, Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum answers core questions on performance and health. The discussion centers on replacing arbitrary body fat percentages with clinical, evidence-based metrics for determining when a lifter should start a fat loss phase, emphasizing BMI and waist circumference.Dr. Feigenbaum also provides critical safety information on

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Episode #373: Deadlift Data- The Truth About Sumo vs....

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2025/11/04

The Rundown: Deadlift Data, Intensity Science, and Semaglutide's Muscle EffectEpisode Summary: Weighing Records, Efficiency, and RegulationIn this episode of The Rundown, Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum and Dr. Austin Baraki dive deep into the latest data and breaking news spanning strength, longevity, and health policy. They kick off the discussion by analyzing world record powerlifting data to dissect the perennial sumo versus conventional deadlift debate and the impact of specialized equipment.Next,

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Bonus Episode: The Limitless Human: 80-Year-Old...

Barbell Medicine Podcast ·

2025/11/03

Limits Challenged: 80-Year-Old Ironman, Golf Amateurism, and Paternal Epigenetic Inheritance🎙️ Episode Summary: Shattering Perceived Limits in Health, Sport, and BiologyIn this bonus episode, Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum steps back from the deep technical dives to explore current, compelling stories from sports, medicine, and fitness—all united by a single thread: challenging perceived limitations. We analyze three seemingly unrelated events: the awe-inspiring finish of an 80-year-old Ironman athlete, the

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Bonus Preview: Lead in Protein, Training Myths, and...

Barbell Medicine Podcast ·

2025/10/30

Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum answers questions on supplements, training philosophy, and competition prep in this extended preview of the Barbell Medicine AMA! This episode debunks common myths and gives you the honest, evidence-based answers you need for better health and lifting.Become a Barbell Medicine Plus Member TodayIn this preview, we cover:Lead in Your Supplements? 🤯 The recent controversy and why you need to check for third-party, batch testing. We discuss the low lead content of Barbell

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Episode #372: Smells Like Teen Spirit

Barbell Medicine Podcast ·

2025/10/28

In this episode of the Barbell Medicine podcast, Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum and Dr. Austin Baraki discuss a complex medical case involving a 38-year-old man presenting with severe chest pain and shortness of breath.Become a Barbell Medicine Plus Member Today ResourcesCase: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3246164/ Podcast on smelling saltsPowerbuilding 2ResourcesResources Page: https://www.barbellmedicine.com/resources/Template Quiz: https://www.barbellmedicine.com/template-quiz/Got pain and

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Bonus Episode: Overcoming Plateaus, Running, DOMS,...

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2025/10/23

In this episode, Jordan hosts a live Q&A while watching Barbell Medicine coach Leah Lutz compete for (and win!) a bronze medal in Cape Town, South Africa This wide-ranging discussion covers common questions on programming, conditioning, and nutrition. Become a Barbell Medicine Plus Member TodayTimestamps(2:40) Q1: How do I know if my training stimulus is too low? (5:30) Q2: Why is my heart rate 170+ at RPE 7-8 on runs? (7:16) Q3: Should I treat accessory exercises as "hypertrophy work"

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Episode #371: Q/A- Optimal Fitness Standards,...

Barbell Medicine Podcast ·

2025/10/21

This episode features the full Q&A from our first live seminar in over a year, recorded at Watchdog Strength in San Antonio. We field questions from the audience on a wide range of topics in health and fitness.Listen in as we discuss the "optimal" metrics for strength, cardiorespiratory fitness, and body composition; whether osteoporosis can be reversed with exercise alone; and the physiological downsides of "grazing" (constant eating) on muscle protein synthesis and insulin

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Bonus Episode: Can Your Cholesterol Be TOO Low? Why...

Barbell Medicine Podcast ·

2025/10/16

This episode tackles major debates in health and performance! We resolve the question of whether your cholesterol (LDL/ApoB) can ever be "too low" by examining genetic and clinical trial evidence. We dive into the psychology of starting—explaining the "dread" before a task as psychological inertia—and offer actionable tips to overcome it. Finally, we cover optimizing time-limited cardio with high-intensity strategies.Become a Barbell Medicine Plus Member TodayTimestamps2:43 | Is

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Episode #370: Dr. Sohee Carpenter on High-Intensity...

Barbell Medicine Podcast ·

2025/10/14

In this special episode of the Barbell Medicine Podcast, Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum welcomes back friend of the show, Dr. Sohee Carpenter, PhD, to share her latest insights following the completion of her PhD in Sports Science from the Auckland University of Technology. We dive deep into the research from her recently published paper in the European Journal of Sports Science, exploring a highly relevant question for strength athletes and the general population alike: How do high-intensity circuit

28:33

Bonus Episode: Dr. Feigenbaum on Volume vs....

Barbell Medicine Podcast ·

2025/10/09

In this episode, Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum hosts a live "Ask Me Anything" session, tackling a wide range of questions on health, fitness, nutrition, and training philosophy.Become a Barbell Medicine Plus Member TodayTimestamps:0:32 How important are volume, intensity, and proximity to failure for hypertrophy?3:46 Does muscle memory exist?7:03 What is the reasoning behind the heavy "fatigue single" in the low fatigue template?9:00 What is Barbell Medicine's take on the Mike Israetel

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Episode #369: The 2025 Blood Pressure Update

Barbell Medicine Podcast ·

2025/10/07

The old rules for blood pressure are changing. In this episode, we break down the critical 2025 updates that are reshaping how we diagnose and manage hypertension. We move beyond the simple 120/80 cutoff to explore a new risk-based approach, updated ACC/AHA guidelines pushing for lower targets, and new recommendations to screen for the "silent epidemic" of primary aldosteronism. Plus, we cover why low-dose combination therapy is the new standard for treatment and take a realistic look at the

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Episode #368: The Rundown (4)

Barbell Medicine Podcast ·

2025/09/30

In this episode of the Barbell Medicine Podcast, Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum and Dr. Austin Baraki discuss various topics including a purported creatine overdose by golfer Ben Griffin, the implications of GLP-1 agonists on cancer risk, a new weight loss drug called MariTide, LeBron James doing silly exercises, and more.Become a Barbell Medicine Plus Member TodayTimestamps:00:45 Ben Griffin overdoses on

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Episode #367: Training Load ft. Dr. Franco Impellizzeri

Barbell Medicine Podcast ·

2025/09/24

In this episode, we're joined by renowned sports scientist and researcher, Dr. Franco Impellizzeri, for a deep dive into the complex world of training load.Dr. Impellizzeri discusses his journey in sports science and helps us cut through the confusion surrounding a core concept of training: training load. We break down the crucial distinction between external load (the physical work you do, like weight on the bar or distance run) and internal load (your body's unique physiological and

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Bonus Episode: Vaccinations and Exercise, Deadlifts...

Barbell Medicine Podcast ·

2025/09/18

In this episode of the Barbell Medicine Plus podcast, the hosts discuss various topics related to strength training, such as: vaccination effects on training, the role of deadlifts in hypertrophy, and recovery from non-traumatic injuries. Become a Barbell Medicine Plus Member TodayNew Stuff:Seminar Sign-upSecond Generation Low Fatigue Programs Resources Page: https://www.barbellmedicine.com/resources/Template Quiz: https://www.barbellmedicine.com/template-quiz/Got pain and need a professional who

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Episode #365: Cycle Syncing, Fasted Cardio, The Pink...

Barbell Medicine Podcast ·

2025/09/15

In this conversation, Dr. Feigenbaum and Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple discuss the pervasive issues in the fitness industry, particularly focusing on Dr. Stacy Sims' commentary surrounding cycle-syncing, fasted cardio for women, as well as 'pink tax' that targets women with ineffective marketing strategies. They evaluate the effectiveness of popular fitness trends such as weighted vests, creatine supplementation, and Pilates, emphasizing the importance of evidence-based practices in exercise

16:08

Bonus Episode: Zone 5 Training, Maintaining Strength,...

Barbell Medicine Podcast ·

2025/09/10

In this Instagram live, Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum of Barbell Medicine addresses a variety of health and fitness topics, ranging from stretching techniques and range of motion to personal anecdotes.Become a Barbell Medicine Plus Member TodayNew Stuff:Seminar Sign-upSecond Generation Low Fatigue Programs Articles:https://www.barbellmedicine.com/blog/pain-in-training-what-do/ https://www.barbellmedicine.com/blog/lifting-rehab-mistakes/ Resources Page: https://www.barbellmedicine.com/resources/Template

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Episode #364: Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)

Barbell Medicine Podcast ·

2025/09/08

In this episode of the Barbell Medicine podcast, Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum and Dr. Lorraine Baraki discuss Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS), a common endocrine disorder affecting women's health. They explore the complexities of PCOS, including its diagnosis, treatment options, and the importance of individualized care.Become a Barbell Medicine Plus Member TodayNew Stuff:Consult with Dr. Loraine Baraki Seminar Sign-upSecond Generation Low Fatigue Programs Timestamps:1:41 What is PCOS?4:24 Ovulatory

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Episode #363: September 2025 Research Review (Lifting...

Barbell Medicine Podcast ·

2025/09/01

In this episode of the Barbell Medicine podcast, Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum and Dr. Austin Baraki delve into various topics including the effects of different lifting programs on fatigue levels, the implications of postpartum breastfeeding on injury risk, and the impact of food processing on health. They discuss the complexities of fatigue in resistance training, the importance of managing fatigue for optimal training adaptations, and the role of dietary patterns in overall health. The conversation

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