Barbell Medicine Podcast

🎙️ Q&A Deep Dive: The Critical Cutoff for Fat Loss, Safety, and Strength 📝 Episode Summary: BMI, Training Safety, and Evidence-Based Nutrition In 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 ph...

The Rundown: Deadlift Data, Intensity Science, and Semaglutide's Muscle Effect Episode Summary: Weighing Records, Efficiency, and Regulation In 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 disse...

Limits Challenged: 80-Year-Old Ironman, Golf Amateurism, and Paternal Epigenetic Inheritance 🎙️ Episode Summary: Shattering Perceived Limits in Health, Sport, and Biology In 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...

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 Today In this preview, we cover: Lead in Your Supplements? 🤯 The recent controversy an...

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   Resources Case: ​​ https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3246164/   Podcast on smelling salts Powerbuilding 2 Resources Resources Page: http...

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 Today Timestamps (2:40) Q1: How do I know if my training stimulus is too low? (5:30) Q2: Why is my heart...

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 ph...

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 c...

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 rele...

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 Today Timestamps: 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 "fa...

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 c...

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 Today Timestamps: 00:45 Ben Griffin overdoses...

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 d...

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 Today New Stuff: Seminar Sign-up Second Generation Low Fatigue Programs   Resources Page: https://www.barbellmedicine.com/r...

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, c...

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 Today New Stuff: Seminar Sign-up Second Generation Low Fatigue Programs   Articles: https://www.barbellmedicine.com/blog/pain-in-training-what-do/  https://www.barbellm...

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 Today New Stuff: Consult with Dr. Lorai...

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...

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 Today New Stuff: Seminar Sign-up Second Generation Low Fatigue Programs   Articles: https://www.barbellmedicine.com/blog/pain-in-training-what-do/  https://www.barbellm...

In this Instagram live, Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum of Barbell Medicine addresses a variety of health and fitness topics, ranging from training techniques and dietary practices to personal anecdotes. Become a Barbell Medicine Plus Member Today New Stuff: Seminar Sign-up Second Generation Low Fatigue Programs   Articles: https://www.barbellmedicine.com/blog/pain-in-training-what-do/  https://www.barbellm...

In this episode of the Barbell Medicine podcast, Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum discusses using weighted vests in exercise. Become a Barbell Medicine Plus Member Today New Stuff: Seminar Sign-up Second Generation Low Fatigue Programs   Papers: D’Alessio 1988  Thearle 2013   Kotz 2017 Melanson 2014   Westerterp 2019    TDEE Calculator Borsheim 2003 Laforgia 2006 Frinatti 2016   Fletcher 2017 Westerterp 2013...

In this lecture, Dr. Austin Baraki talks about pain during exercise, including what it means and what to do about it.  Become a Barbell Medicine Plus Member Today New Stuff: Seminar Sign-up Second 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.barbe...

In this episode of the Barbell Medicine podcast, Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum and Dr. Austin Baraki delve into the chronic condition known as lipedema, which primarily affects women and is characterized by a disproportionate increase in fat tissue, particularly in the lower extremities. They discuss the symptoms, causes, risk factors, and the importance of differentiating lipedema from other conditions s...

In this episode of the Barbell Medicine podcast, Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum and Dr. Austin Baraki discuss the importance of effective warm-up strategies for exercise. Become a Barbell Medicine Plus Member Today New Stuff: Seminar Sign-up Second Generation Low Fatigue Programs Papers: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3408383/   https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8758156/ https://pmc.ncbi.n...

In this episode of the Barbell Medicine Podcast, Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum and Dr. Austin Baraki discuss a variety of topics including advancements in prosthetic technology with the introduction of a bionic knee, a historic motocross win by a Raycin Kyler, impressive feats of strength in powerlifting and CrossFit, the NFL's ban on smelling salts, and the controversy surrounding RFK Jr.'s comme...