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Dr. Nate Karam, PT, DPT, CSCS

Hosted by Dr. Nate Karam, PT, DPT, CSCS, the PT³ Podcast brings real talk from the front lines of rehab, strength, and sports performance. From injury recovery to chasing PRs, each episode delivers sharp, evidence-based insight with guest experts including physical therapists, athletic trainers, professors, athletes and other professionals in sports medicine. Whether you"re a lifter, clinician, or just a human being with a moving body - I can guarantee that there"s something here for you! 📸 IG:

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00:24:16

The Work You Don’t See | Ep. 20

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2025/12/31

As the year comes to a close, this episode is a pause.No highlight reel. No hot takes. Just an honest reflection on the work that happened behind the scenes. The long days, the quiet discipline, and the pressure that shaped growth when nothing felt fast or flashy.In this solo episode, I reflect on what this year demanded mentally, physically, and professionally. We talk about patience, alignment, and what it really costs to build something meaningful when the progress isn’t always visible.I also

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01:01:33

Iron, Plants, and Purpose with The Bodybuilding Vegan...

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2025/10/28

In this episode, I sit down with my longtime friend and the man who unknowingly set PT³ in motion - John Thomas, better known online as The Bodybuilding Vegan. We dive deep into how he built serious muscle on a plant-based diet, the science behind optimizing performance without animal products, and the mindset it takes to stay disciplined in a world full of shortcuts. From undergrad memories to modern-day fitness philosophies, this one’s packed with stories, strategy, and straight-up

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00:14:32

The Great Lock-In: How to Focus When Life Gets Loud

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2025/10/15

When life gets loud, most people lose their focus. Not because they don’t care, but because they’ve never learned how to truly lock in.In this episode, Dr. Nate breaks down the mindset and strategy behind what he calls The Great Lock-In. You’ll learn how to filter distractions, build tunnel vision for your goals, and create a routine that keeps you moving forward even when everything around you feels chaotic.This episode is about more than fitness. It’s about clarity, consistency, and becoming the

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00:42:18

From Startup to Supplement Empire: Ryan Gardner on...

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2025/09/30

In this incredibly special guest episode of the PT³ Podcast, I sit down with Ryan Gardner, CEO and founder of Bucked Up, to unpack what it really takes to build a fitness brand from scratch and scale it into one of the most recognized supplement companies today. Ryan opens up about the entrepreneurial journey, the challenges of growth, and the vision that continues to drive Bucked Up forward.We also dive deep into the clinically proven benefits of supplementation - from performance to recovery, and

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00:08:06

The Biggest PT³ Episode Yet: Ryan Gardner - CEO of...

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2025/09/17

Something massive is on the way. In just two weeks, I’ll be dropping one of the biggest PT³ Podcast episodes yet - my interview with Ryan Gardner, founder of Bucked Up.In this short teaser, I’ll share why this conversation matters, what you can expect, and how Ryan’s story connects to your own journey as a student, athlete, or professional. From building one of the fastest-growing supplement brands to lessons on mindset, resilience, and vision... this is an episode you won’t want to miss.👉 Don’t

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00:16:55

No Whey Around It: Why Protein is a Non-Negotiable

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2025/09/02

Protein isn’t just for bodybuilders - it’s the foundation of recovery, strength, hormones, immunity, and even healthy aging. In this episode, Dr. Nate Karam breaks down protein in simple, science-backed terms. You’ll learn:What protein actually does in your body (beyond muscle).How much protein you really need (and why nutrition labels mislead you).The role of branched-chain amino acids and why leucine is the MVP.How to choose a quality protein supplement and why Bucked Up Buck Feed Whey checks all

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00:15:07

Pre-Workout: What’s the Scoop?

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2025/08/19

From tingles to pump claims, pre-workout powders promise a lot - but do they actually deliver? In this episode, Dr. Nate breaks down the science behind five of the most common ingredients: caffeine, beta-alanine, citrulline malate, tyrosine, and arginine.We’ll cover:Which ingredients actually improve strength or enduranceWhich ones only work with long-term useWhich are mostly hypeHow to dose them for real resultsNo gimmicks, no fluff — just evidence-based answers so you know exactly what’s in your

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00:20:55

Special Topic: The Truth About Reps - Why the...

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2025/08/05

Is 8–12 reps really the “hypertrophy zone”? Does strength only come from heavy weights? In this episode, Dr. Nate breaks down the clinical science behind rep ranges - and why effort, not just load, is the real driver of gains.We dig into the evidence from Schoenfeld’s 2021 narrative review and 2017 meta-analysis to dissect the classic repetition continuum. Whether you’re training for strength, hypertrophy, or endurance, this episode gives you the why behind the how - no fluff, all muscle.📚 Research

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00:15:01

Special Topic: More Than Muscle - The Real Power of...

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2025/07/22

In this quick but powerful episode, Dr. Nate Karam breaks down why creatine isn’t just a “gym bro” supplement - it’s one of the most well-researched tools for building strength, boosting cognitive performance, and aging like a beast.Backed by three major systematic reviews, this episode covers:How creatine increases strength and muscle massThe underrated brain benefits for memory and focusIts role in protecting muscle and function as we agePractical tips on dosing, timing, and what type to

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00:42:16

S1: Maximizing Your Gains | E2: Train Smarter, Not...

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2025/07/08

In this episode, we continue our Maximizing Your Gains series by diving into Chapters 4 through 6 of the PT³ Strength Training Guidebook. We’ll break down some of the most misunderstood — but absolutely essential — pillars of building muscle and strength:✔ The difference between training volume and intensity, and why getting this wrong can stall your progress✔ How to make smart, effective exercise selections based on your goals and experience level✔ The real science behind training frequency and

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00:43:28

S1: Maximizing Your Gains | E1: Strength Isn’t Random...

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2025/06/24

Welcome to the first official episode of the PT³ Podcast — where physical therapy, personal training, and podcast talks collide. We’re kicking things off by diving into the first three chapters of Maximizing Your Gains, my premium guide for anyone serious about training smarter and building lasting strength - available to purchase on ptcubed.com/shop.This episode covers:Chapter 1: What is Strength?We define strength in practical, scientific terms — not just what it looks like, but what it does for

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00:05:06

Welcome to the PT³ Podcast: Strength. Rehab....

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2025/06/21

This is the start of something bigger than a podcast — it’s the official launch of PT³’s next chapter.In this first episode, Dr. Nate Karam, DPT, CSCS shares the raw backstory behind PT³: from life as a baseball player sidelined by injury… to battling depression, autoimmune struggles, and losing his hair… to rebuilding everything through strength training, rehab, nutrition, and mindset.Now a licensed physical therapist, certified strength coach, and founder of PT³ — a real-deal LLC based in Florida

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00:50:06

S1: Perception - E4: Awareness

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2024/06/03

If you don't know where you are, how could you ever hope to know where you're going? Let's talk about the art of perpetual self-awareness and how we implement it in our lives to keep our ship sailing on course.

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00:46:10

Special Topic: Life Recap & Randomness

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2024/04/15

Good to see you all again, I have returned. This past month has been insane and I'd like to tell you about it while attempting to word vomit some motivation and real shit. This episode had no direction so I hope you enjoy watching my brain drift from thought to thought. We will be back to our normally scheduled content in two weeks!

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00:59:57

S1: Perception - E3: Passions & Emotions

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2024/03/04

On this episode we will introduce the topic of passions and emotions and how we can can rule the kingdom that is our mind. How do we prevent chaos and disorder? How to we ensure that we respond appropriately to externals and not allow our emotions to get the best of us? How do we utilize our passions to the greatest extent possible and draw the connections needed to derive passion in the places where it is missing in our lives? Come along with me as I attempt to answer some of these questions for

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01:19:06

S1: Perception - E2: Clarity Pt. 2 Guest Speaker Sia...

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2024/02/19

On this episode we will further discuss topics of clarity with one of my best friends, Sia Aleem! We met during the beginning of our undergrad experience at the University of Florida and created an organization together revolving around mindset and offering help to our peers with collaborative life coaching and motivational therapy, so I am very excited to have her on this new project with me. Sia is a very valuable and inspiring person in my life who I feel embodies these values of clarity and

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01:00:26

S1: Perception - E1: Clarity

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2024/02/05

Welcome to Season 1 of my mainline content for the year! The theme over the next 16 weeks will be Perception, and this episode will specifically focus on the pursuit of clarity. How do we find peace of mind and live happily even under what we perceive to be negative circumstances? Let's explore strategies together to ensure that we have the tools to patch up any potential leak in our mindset!

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00:43:12

S0: Experimental - E4: Pain & Adaptability

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2024/01/22

Pain brings on a great deal of suffering, but suffering is necessary for growth. If you want your mind to be strong and adaptable to any situation, you must know pain and learn to use it to your advantage. Let's talk about how to extract positive lessons out of negative experiences, and use these lessons to clear your lens and see your future self more clearly.

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00:49:25

S0: Experimental - E3: The Power of NO

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2024/01/15

So often we like to think yes = good and no = bad. Let's take a different approach here as we analyze how the word "yes" can actually be self destructive and dangerous, while the word "no" can be the key to reshaping your life and establishing your true identity.

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00:48:38

S0: Experimental - E2: Guiding Principles

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2024/01/06

What guides you? Do you have a code that you uphold? Let's discuss the guiding principles of swordsmanship provided by Miyamoto Musashi (Japanese swordsman-philosopher) in his book titled The Book of Five Rings, and how these principles can be integrated as a guiding code to uphold in your own life.

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