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Barbell Medicine Podcast

Barbell Medicine

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Episode #381: How a Supplement Sent a Soldier to the...

Barbell Medicine Podcast ·

2026/01/01

A 23-year-old soldier presents with hypertensive urgency and acute kidney injury. He thought he was doing everything right for his health—so what caused his system to fail? Dr. Feigenbaum and Dr. Baraki break down the clinical evidence and the surprising lab results.Timestamps[00:00] Introduction to the Case: The Fit Soldier’s Failure[01:07] Welcome and Mystery Case Framework[02:05] Patient History: The River and the GI Symptoms[03:53] Building the Differential: Infection vs

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Episode #380: The Peptide Market Audit: Injury...

Barbell Medicine Podcast ·

2025/12/26

Biohackers and longevity clinics claim peptides are a side-effect-free sniper rifle for fat loss and injury recovery, but the reality is often buried in failed clinical trials and regulatory bans. Many popular compounds like BPC-157 have never undergone a single randomized controlled trial in humans, despite their reputation for Wolverine-like healing. This episode dismantles the hype surrounding the gray market, exposing the significant risks of immunogenicity and heavy metal contamination. Learn

30:30

Ozempic & Alcohol, The Trap Bar Myth, and A Medical...

Barbell Medicine Podcast ·

2025/12/23

Experiencing a pins-and-needles sensation on a run or fearing the straight bar deadlift shouldn't be your fitness journey's bingo card. Many trainees abandon effective habits due to false narratives regarding physiological signals or myths regarding back safety. We break down the clinical reality of exercise-induced sensations, the ethics of modern metabolic medicine, and why your choice of imlpement is more about preference than peril.Resources and Next StepsFor evidence-based resistance

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START HERE: The Cholesterol Action Plan Series

Barbell Medicine Podcast ·

2025/12/20

Welcome to the Barbell Medicine Cholesterol Action Plan. Cardiovascular disease is the #1 killer globally. We just released a massive 6-part audio series and written guide to fix that.It covers ApoB vs LDL, the CAC score paradox, the P:S diet ratio, and Plaque Regression.The full series is available INSTANTLY for Barbell Medicine Plus subscribers.If you're not a subscriber, start here:https://barbellmedicine.supercast.com/ Our Sponsors:* Check out FIGS and use my code FIGSRX for a great deal:

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Episode 379: Menopause Myths, Cortisol Belly, & The...

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2025/12/16

The wellness industry wants you to believe that menopause renders you fragile, fasting creates "cortisol belly," and birth control is silently destroying your skeletal health. These claims aren't just scientifically inaccurate; they act as "nocebo" barriers that scare women away from effective training and healthcare.We brought in the heavy artillery—Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple, Dr. Loraine Baraki, and Dr. Spencer Nadolsky—to dissect the physiology behind these viral fears

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Episode #378: Bulletproof or Broken- Why 'Perfect...

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2025/12/08

Bulletproof or Broken- Why 'Perfect Form' Is a Lie Episode SummaryIn this comprehensive episode, we dismantle the pervasive myth that the human body is a fragile machine susceptible to catastrophic injury from minor technique flaws. This narrative, often perpetuated by social media influencers screaming "Snap City," creates widespread fear avoidance behavior (kinesiophobia) that does more harm than good.By reviewing extensive epidemiological data, we demonstrate that obsessing over

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Episode 377: GLP-1 Anti-Obesity Medications...

Barbell Medicine Podcast ·

2025/12/02

Episode Summary: The Cardiometabolic Revolution of Semaglutide, Tirzepatide, and BeyondThis episode provides a comprehensive, evidence-based update on GLP-1 receptor agonists (anti-obesity medications), featuring Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum, Dr. Austin Baraki, and Dr. Spencer Nadolsky. The hosts review the rapid evolution of these drugs—from short-acting injectables to potent multi-agonists like Tirzepatide (Mounjaro/Zepbound) and Retatrutide—which now achieve weight loss efficacy rivaling bariatric

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Episode #376: Cycle Syncing, Cardio Myths, and Iron...

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2025/11/28

Cycle Syncing, Cardio Myths, and Iron Deficiency: A Barbell Medicine Review of Viral ClaimsEpisode Summary: Debunking Women's Health Claims and Setting Optimal TargetsIn this in-depth episode, Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum, joined by Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple and Dr. Austin Baraki, breaks down the viral women's health claims made on a popular podcast, separating misleading mechanistic theory from actionable, evidence-based advice.They tackle three major topics: the idea that Cycle Syncing is

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Episode #375: The Sarcopenia Deep Dive- Why It's Not...

Barbell Medicine Podcast ·

2025/11/25

Episode Summary: Dynapenia, Motor Neurons, and the FirewallIn this episode, Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum and Dr. Austin Baraki redefine sarcopenia, shifting the focus from simple age-related muscle size loss (atrophy) to the more critical loss of muscle strength and power (dynapenia), a process that starts in the 40s. They explain the profound pathophysiology: sarcopenia is primarily a neurological event caused by the death of high-threshold motor neurons, leading to the selective loss of fast-twitch (Type

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🔓 PLUS PREVIEW: When to Push Through Pain,...

Barbell Medicine Podcast ·

2025/11/20

Episode Summary This is a preview of our subscriber-only Ask Us Anything episode, where Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum and Dr. Austin Baraki tackle the most persistent problems in training and nutrition. Hear the science behind managing pain in the gym—determining the threshold for acceptable discomfort versus a true programming error. They also analyze why short-term study findings often fail in the real world, cover the science of pre-exhaust training, and give practical advice on the psychology of

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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

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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....

Barbell Medicine Podcast ·

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,...

Barbell Medicine Podcast ·

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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