Joe Defranco's Industrial Strength Show

After initially canceling this week's show, Joe decides to hop on the mic and give the audience an update on his daughter's positive COVID test, as well as the "experimental procedure" Joe performed on himself when he started feeling sick.. *For Show Notes, Timestamps & Important Links from this episode visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com IMPORTANT LINKS/PRODUCTS MENTIONED DeFranco's Immune System Stack Philips InnoSpire Go Nebulizer Reduced L-Glutathione Plus by Theranaturals Saline for Nebulizer  Magic Spoon

After experiencing power outages [due to hurricane Ida] Joe was finally able to sit down and record an Overrated/Underrated podcast! TOPICS INCLUDE: Umbrellas; Supersets; Being a punter/kicker in the NFL; Jumping Rope; Lyle Alzado; George Carlin; Training like an athlete when you're not; Benefits of walking; Natural soaps like Dr. Squatch; Pull-ups; Lululemon joggers; Metabolic conditioning circuits for first responders; Dead arm hang for shoulder health; The ability to get off the floor without using your hands or knees. *For Show Notes & Timestamps goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com. Important Links/People Mentioned Lost Secrets of Strength seminar DeFranco's Nutritional Supplements DeFranco Insider

After starting the show w/ 2 important/exciting announcements, Joe covers 3 main topics: 1) What everyone needs to know about EXERCISE SELECTION [including Joe's thoughts on programming Nordic Hamstring Curls] 2) Joe takes the audience through "A Day In His Life" 3) How to determine the best diet for YOU! *For Show Notes & Timestamps from this episode goto  www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com Important Links/People Mentioned CPPS coaches [coupon code: JOED20] Lost Secrets of Strength LIVE seminar Ben Patrick (@kneesovertoesguy) Hellowater [promo code: DEFRANCO] Magic Spoon [promo code: JOED]

After reading this week's winning iTunes review & announcing his return to [youth] coaching, Joe provides thorough answers to 2 different listener questions. During the first half of the show Joe maps out his current upper body warm-up. This includes his 3 main "areas of focus", specific exercise recommendations, a full warm-up example and explanations regarding HOW & WHY he does what he does. During the second half of the show, Joe answers a question from a concerned parent about his 8-year-old daughter's "knock knees". Joe reveals his "4-Step Formula" & "ground-up" approach for fixing knee valgus, aka, "knock knees". *For Show Notes & Timestamps from this episode goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com Important Links/People Mentioned CPPScoaches.com [coupon code: JOED20] HelloWater [promo code: DEFRANCO]

During the first half of this week's tribute show Joe shares some of his favorite/funniest Dr. Tom stories, along with the most important lessons Joe learned from him. The final hour of today's show is a replay of Dr. Tom's very first appearance on the Industrial Strength Show [episode 63 - May 26, 2016]. *For a full list of Show Notes, Timestamps & Important Links from this episode goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com. IMPORTANT LINKS DeFranco's Nutritional Supplements HelloWater [promo code: DEFRANCO]

Joe D. reunites with Zach Even-Esh in this week's EPIC podcast! (You'll probably end up listening to this episode multiple times!) TOPICS INCLUDE: The Art of Coaching - The fine details & little nuances that separate good coaches from GREAT coaches; How we handle "difficult" parents in the gym; Experiences we've had with bad coaches that showed us what we DON'T want to do or become as coaches ourselves; Stories, memories, and lessons learned from our close friend [who recently passed away] Dr. Tom "The Guru" Bilella; LIFE LESSONS that we've experienced as we've gotten older; Garage Gym Godfathers seminar details/announcement...and Much MORE! *For Show Notes, Timestamps & Important Links from this episode goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com IMPORTANT LINKS Garage Gym Godfathers seminar [digital download] Zach Even-Esh (@zevenesh) Magic Spoon [promo code: JOED]  

This week's show starts with some "life updates" [which include]: Willy's surgery, Mickey Gall's UFC fight, New Garage Gym Pics/Tour & Joe's recent lat tear. Joe then answers 4 listener questions. TOPICS INCLUDE: Treating "armpit pain" from benching / Preventing Pec Tears; How to develop your "inner pecs"; Why does Joe lift his head up when benching; How Joe trained his first Olympic athlete. *For Show Notes & Timestamps visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com   Important Links/People Mentioned DeFranco's Nutritional Supplements Joe DeFranco's Instagram (@defrancosgym) Magic Spoon [discount code: JOED] BlueChew [discount code: DEFRANCO]

Joe kicks off this week's show with a "life update" that includes: Willy's eye removal surgery, new garage gym equipment, truck problems...and a NEW "shoulder tear"?!? He then spends the rest of the episode covering the "darkside" of resistance training, ie, The Top 5 Things That Every Lifter Needs To Know/Understand [in order to experience all the amazing benefits resistance training has to offer]!   *For a full list of Show Notes & Timestamps goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com   Important Links/People Mentioned CPPS L1 - New Jersey, July 31st DeFranco Insider Magic Spoon [promo code: JOED] BlueChew [promo code: DEFRANCO]  

This week's show starts with a new segment where Joe shares [new] "Stuff He Likes". He then details his current diet & supplementation, meal-by-meal. He includes things he's now doing differently, along with his favorite [high protein] snacks that taste like dessert!! He concludes the show by explaining how he's "spiced up" his morning walks, which has led to better recovery, reduced belly fat and more overall GAINS! *For a full list of Show Notes & Timestamps goto: www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com   RELATED LINKS/PEOPLE MENTIONED DeFranco's Nutritional Supplements www.FitnessZone.com @microgainz BlueChew [Discount Code: DEFRANCO] Magic Spoon [Discount Code: JOED]

This week Joe starts the show by giving an update on the progress he's made with his new garage gym. After getting sidetracked [and sharing an incredibly frustrating call he recently had with Verizon] Joe gets into the specifics of his new garage gym. Topics include: Upgrades that have been made, new equipment that's been ordered, old equipment that will be moved into the garage & the equipment that "didn't make the cut". During the second half of the show, Joe gives an update on his shoulder "rehab" and the specifics regarding his new training split/experiment!! *For a full list of Show Notes, Timestamps & Important Links from this episode go to: www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com   TODAY'S SPONSORS Magic Spoon [promo code: JOED] HelloWater [promo code: DEFRANCO]

This week Joe returns from vacation with plenty of stories to share (and questions to answer)!! MAIN TOPICS OF DISCUSSION INCLUDE: The "secret pill" for managing anxiety; How to prevent "low back lock-up" when standing for long periods of time; The TRUTH about Reverse Hypers and low back pain; Joe shares a "hotel gym story" which leads to his 'Mount Rushmore' of Gym Etiquette Pet Peeves...and More! *For Timestamps & Show Notes from today's episode visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com.   Important Links/People Mentioned DeFranco's Nutritional Supplements Reverse Hyper machine Dr. Stuart McGill  

This week's show is recorded on location from Palm Beach, Florida! Joe takes some time away from his family vacation to answer 4 listener questions. SPECIFIC TOPICS INCLUDE: 1) How to stay hydrated and prevent low back pain when traveling 2) The difference between regular drop-sets & "mechanical" drop-sets [Plus Joe's favorite mechanical drop-set pairings for all muscle groups!] 3) Troubleshooting the vertical jump [Why do athletes drift forward when they jump?] 4) Two upper body stretches you can do [to improve shoulder mobility] while watching TV! *For Show Notes & Timestamps goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com Important Links/People Mentioned www.BlueChew.com [promo code: DEFRANCO] www.DeFrancoInsider.com Dana Santas (@mobilitymaker)

In this week's episode, Joe celebrates Father's Day, his upcoming Birthday & fills everyone in on what's been going on in the DeFranco household!  HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE: Ashley's recent blood work and what everyone can learn from her "health scare"; BONUS "Overrated/Underrated" segment w/ Ashley in the hot seat!; "Highlights" & "lowlights" from Joe's recent blood work; What's Joe getting for his 46th birthday?; Joe's Top 5 Qualities of Being a Great Dad...and Much MORE! *For a full list of Show Notes & Timestamps goto www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com Important Links/People Mentioned Ashley DeFranco (@ashleydefranco) www.DeFrancoShop.com www.CPPScoaches.com [promo code: JOED20] www.BlueChew.com [promo code: DEFRANCO] www.HelloWater.com [promo code: DEFRANCO]

This week Joe is joined by Dr. Beau Hightower - The "YouTube Famous" Chiropractor to UFC Fighters, WWE Wrestlers, and Athletes/Celebrities From Across the Globe! Highlights from their conversation include: How/Why Dr. Beau's videos began going viral; The traditional "business model" of chiropractic and how Beau's practice is different; Misconceptions surrounding chiropractic; The 3 different types of chiropractors; Responding to Joe Rogan's criticism of chiropractic; The importance of nuance & moderation [in all fields]; Does "cracking" your neck and/or knuckles cause arthritis?; Safety/effectiveness of high velocity spinal decompression/adjustments; Dr. Beau's Big 3 longevity "difference makers"...and Much More! *For Show Notes & Timestamps visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com.   Related Links/People Mentioned DeFranco Shop  Dr. Beau Hightower (@dr.beauhightower) Dr. Beau's Youtube channel Dr. Gregory Johnson Hellowater [promo code: DEFRANCO] BlueChew [promo code: DEFRANCO]

This week Joe is joined by MindPump co-host & author of the new book, "The Resistance Training Revolution" - Sal Di Stefano. Highlights from their conversation include: Why Sal decided to write a book; Why Sal and his partners (Adam & Justin) get labeled as "anti-cardio"; Biggest misconceptions surrounding cardiovascular exercise [We've all been lied to!]; Why strength training is the single best form of exercise; Common strength training mistakes [that prevent most people from achieving their goals]; The "muscle toning" myth; Sal's favorite Rocky movie scene...and Much MORE! *For Show Notes & Timestamps visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com Related Links/People Mentioned  DeFranco's Nutritional Supplements The Resistance Training Revolution Azuna Fresh [Discount Code: DEFRANCO] CPPS certification Sal Di Stefano (@mindpumpsal) Adam Schafer (@mindpumpadam) Justin Andrews (@mindpumpjustin)

In this week's [super-sized] Memorial Day Weekend edition of the podcast - Joe continues the Overrated/Underrated segment he started during the second-half of last week's show! TOPICS INCLUDE: Single Leg RDL's, Multiple Sports for Young Athletes, The Performance Benefits of Music, Training Barefoot, Mace Training, BCAAs While Cutting, "The Pump", Ben Patrick (Knees Over Toes Guy), Joe's days training at Empy's Gym, Schick FX Extreme razors, Supplements for Gut Health, Wearing Ankle Braces When Training/Competing, Cottage Cheese & Jelly, Ab Wheels, FMS (Functional Movement Screen), Direct Front Delt work, Long-Duration Plank Holds, A1 Steak Sauce, Espresso, Rowing Machines (Concept 2), Hair, Jefferson Curl, Nike Air Maxes, Reverse Hypers, High School Football Summer Conditioning (110's, Gassers, etc), Abstinence Before Fights/Competition & More! *For Show Notes & Timestamps goto: www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com Related Links/People Mentioned The Ready State - Virtual Mobility Coach [promo code:

This week Joe answers a follow-up question from last week's show regarding "shoulder friendly" barbell benching. He shares his Top 5 "sneaky tricks" for those who still want to [barbell] bench heavy - without the shoulder damage that's normally associated with it. The second half of the show is dedicated to "Overrated/Underrated"! Topics include: Functional Training; Chest Flies; Hook Grip; Watching Newly Released Movies at Home vs in Theatres; Eating Immediately After Your Workout; Bodybuilding for Athletes; Back Squats; Bacon; RPR (Reflexive Performance Reset); McGill's Big 3; Slow Concentric Training for Strength Gains; Weekends; Salt; John Riggins; Mass Specific Force. *For Show Notes & Timestamps visit: www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com   Related Links/Products Mentioned BlueChew [Promo Code: DEFRANCO] @defrancosgym [Joe D's Instagram] DeFranco Insider Kabuki Kadillac Bar Elitefts "Shoulder Saver Pad" 

Joe kicks off this week's show with a few exciting/important announcements. He then covers the following 4 training topics: 1) Slant Board Training Misconceptions 2) Top 5 Things Lifters Can Do To Avoid Shoulder Surgery 3) Rest Interval Recommendations When Sprinting 4) Incorporating Linear Progressions Within a Conjugate System... Plus More! *For Show Notes & Timestamps go to www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com. Related Links/Products Mentioned CPPS Level 1 Certification [Coupon Code: MDAY20] @slantboardguy AZUNA FRESH [Discount Code: DEFRANCO]

This week Joe is joined by Sean Hayes - Director of Strength & Conditioning at the WWE Performance Center. Highlights from their conversation include: A message from "Stone Cold Steve Austin" to all personal trainers who don't like to "cite their work" lol; A lesson Sean learned from "Macho Man" Randy Savage [which was relayed to him from Shawn Michaels]; Sean reveals the most difficult part of his job; The main traits that Joe & Sean feel separate the GREAT coaches from the average coaches; How often does Sean test his athletes at the WWE PC; The 5 different training phases that make up NXT's yearly S&C plan; The benefits of [regularly] rotating exercises; How Sean balances "variety" with "consistency"; Best conditioning drills for pro wrestlers [besides in-ring work]; Joe reveals the "garage gym envy" he recently experienced; Triple H's new hypertrophy technique...and Much MORE! *For Show Notes & Timestamps visit: www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com Related Links/Products Mentioned AZUNA FRESH

This week's show begins with a few announcements, including this month's "MuscleUpMay" Supplement Sale! Joe then provides a training/rehab update before getting into today's main topic - How To Gain Muscle & Lose Fat Simultaneously. Joe allows his audience to become a "fly on the wall" as he designs his personal  "Body Recomp" Nutrition plan. More specifically, he shares his step-by-step approach for determining maintenance calories, protein requirements/macronutrient breakdown, training & supplementation recommendations...and Much MORE! *For Show Notes & Timestamps goto: www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com.   Related Links/Products Mentioned DeFranco's Nutritional Supplements DeFranco Insider @defrancosgym Instagram