Barbell Shrugged

In today's episode the crew discusses:   Rules and regulations for reopening gyms  How will the gym experience look when you work out Will CrossFit gyms survive the social distancing  What happens when big box gym chains go bankrupt What is the role of coaches in educating on health post Covid-19 Best strategies for building an online business Will most people stay home or will they return to gyms...

In today's episode the crew discusses:   Breakdown of energy systems  What are the best tools for testing and assessing capacity Is there a way to not be in pain training the anaerobic system How to go short, medium, and long and not red line The importance of having an efficient aerobic system Strategies for recovery and how the aerobic system plays into recovery Why you redline and what you can...

In today's episode the crew discusses:   Why do so many males struggle with Low Testosterone Why fit individuals are struggling to lose weight Understanding maintenance, surplus, and deficit calories How long should you stay in a caloric deficit The affects of overtraining on your hormones  Is adrenal fatigue real and what is actually happening Why doing the little things have a massive benefit on...

In today's episode the crew discusses:   Anders new training goals  How to drop time in the mile How to write a program for dropping a minute off your mile Energy system training: sprints and long runs How much flexibility should you have in your programming How long should be be 100% on program What is appropriate when going off of your program And more…   Anders Varner on Instagram   Doug Larson...

In today's episode the crew discusses:   How to implement the Squat Everyday Protocol  Why Front Squats are the best option for increasing total strength Why using bands builds maximal strength Why the front squat has the best carryover to increasing the squat and deadlift Why you should do an 800m lunge everyday Training and business with Arnold Schwarzenegger Why you need a little dysfunction in...

5 Day Sale: Save 75% Buy 1 Get 4 Free - Nutrition Bundle - Start Today   In today's episode the crew discusses:   The benefits of maintenance calories  Why the world is overeating but the fitness industry is underrated How long should you eat at maintenance calories What are the best ways to lose fat How do you eat to build muscle What is the best way to reverse diet How can you build confidence i...

In today's episode the crew discusses:   Coaching and programming for Strongman athletes  Coaching at all levels from high school to the NFL What is a tiered system that can help all athletes get stronger What does an NFL Training Session look like What are the habits of the best athletes in the pros  How do you recover faster and more efficiently How to use CrossFit training to build pure strengt...

In today's episode the crew discusses:   Gaining muscle at home without weights  Best exercises and strategies for building muscle without heavy weights Increasing strength using tempos How to use tempos for increased mobility and stability Should you be bulking while social distancing  Can you still lose body fat during social distancing Best foods and nutrition strategies during social distancin...

In today's episode the crew discusses:   The Intermittent Fasting Study at CSU Fullerton Why other diets always regress to the mean Strength training tactics for coaching athletes in the UFC How quickly do UFC fighters recover after fights How do you build a training program for elite fighters What sports are hit the hardest by the coronavirus Why there is always a way to train, move, and progress...

How to take your fitness business online?   What are the upsides to an online fitness business?   What are the downsides?   Main differences in coaching, communication, and getting buy in from athletes?   What level service are you providing to your clients?   How do you get new clients?   Building a sales funnel?   Lead capture   Athlete nurture (FB groups, slack channels)   And more…   Anders Va...

" Bodyweight Bundle " Last Day to Save 66% using code "bodyweight" - START TODAY   In today's episode the crew discusses:   Community and culture before Coronavirus   How quick was the transition to Online Classes   How quickly did you train your coaching staff   What have been the ups and down of going online   How has the community rallied around the gym   How do you keep members engaged for the...

" Bodyweight Bundle " Save 66% using the code "bodyweight"   In today's episode the crew discusses:   Rob's start as a college strength coach How hard it was to learn about strength before the internet Being a sports performance and strength coach for throwers in college The transition from college sports to WWE How do you handle elite athletes and their terrible schedules What is the best way to...

" Bodyweight Bundle " Save 66% using the code "bodyweight"   In today's episode the crew discusses:   Basic equipment   Flooring needs to protect garage   How much weight should you buy   Unknowns that make a massive impact in home gym   What size Kettlebells should you buy   Do you need a full rack or squat stands   The best awkward training tools for cheap   And more…   Anders Varner on Instagra...

Host the One Ton Challenge at your gym: http://shruggedstrengthgym.com   Learn more about FitOps at http://fitops.org   In today's episode the crew discusses why behavioral health is at the forefront of health and wellness and how to implement it into your program.   The global crisis of mental and behavioral health Why PTSD is so prevalent and how to help The difference in reacting and responding...

Host the One Ton Challenge at your gym: http://shruggedstrengthgym.com   In today's episode the crew discuss the mindset of a strength athlete.   How will the Olympics happen and unite the world? The state of gym owners in these hard times Transitioning to online personal training and nutrition clients Why this is the best time to get in the best shape of your life Why you should try new things no...

Host the One Ton Challenge at your gym: http://shruggedstrengthgym.com   In today's episode the crew discuss the mindset of a strength athlete.   How Randy found the military. Opiate addiction that started from injuries on deployment. When opiates turn into to a heroine addiction Why you don't instantly bounce out of rock bottom Finding FitOps and rediscovering purpose. Standing on the stage at Mr...

Host the One Ton Challenge at your gym: http://shruggedstrengthgym.com   In today's episode, Anders, Doug, and Travis discuss the mindset of a strength athlete.   Where does motivation come from. How do you escape the plateaus that come with training. Injury recovery and learning new skills How to handle retirement and finding purpose Build a community and share the love with everyone How to stop...

Host the One Ton Challenge at your gym: http://shruggedstrengthgym.com   In today's episode, Anders, Doug, and Travis discuss the most common mistakes in the snatch and clean and how you implement these fixes to improve your lifting technique.   Blurring the lines of behavioral health and fitness How military vets transition out of military Building a program around helping vets with PTSD What hap...

Host the One Ton Challenge at your gym: http://shruggedstrengthgym.com   In today's episode, Anders, Doug, and Travis discuss the most common mistakes in the snatch and clean and how you implement these fixes to improve your lifting technique.   Set up, feet, and grip Common faults off the floor Getting around your knees and the transition to second pull How to fix early arm bends When do you begi...

In today's episode, Anders, Doug, and Devon Levesque discuss the path of PTSD and overcoming the most extreme hardships through service to others.   Overcoming in home racism Escaping drug cartels at the age of 12 Finding the military and watching friends die in your arms Suicide and finding purpose Finding FitOps and becoming a nutritionist Why the struggle never ends And more…   Anders Varner on...

In today's episode, the crew walks through their favorite accessory movements for building size and strength.   Accessory Core training Should you put your spine under load in flexion Can you combine cardio and accessories for strength Why You need more sprinting Why the good morning is the best for low back strength Core concepts of hypertrophy And more…   Anders Varner on Instagram   Doug Larson...

FitOps is a non-profit organization powered by PERFORMIX ® that trains and certifies veterans as elite personal trainers. The on-site program concludes with the certification of fitness industry professionals — who are experts in exercise and in leadership, designated as Certified Veteran Fitness Operatives (CVFO).   In this episode of Barbell Shrugged Matt, Anders, and Doug discuss:   The life of...

In this episode of Barbell Shrugged, Anders, Doug, and Travis discuss:   Nutrition for gaining size Programming for size and strength How much volume do you need to grow muscle Nutrition protocols Exercise selection for strength Accessories for getting huge And more…   Anders Varner on Instagram Doug Larson on Instagram Travis Mash on Instagram ____________________________________________ TRAINING...

" BACK SQUAT BUNDLE " Launch Sale saving you over $350:   20RM Back Squat One Ton Challenge Squat Cycle Squat the House Nutrition for Weightlifters Movement Specific Mobility   Get Strong Here and use code "squatstrength" to save ______________________________________ In this episode of Barbell Shrugged, Anders, Doug, and Travis discuss:   Why competing is important for strength   Genetic Talent v...

" BACK SQUAT BUNDLE " Launch Sale saving you over $350:   20RM Back Squat One Ton Challenge Squat Cycle Squat the House Nutrition for Weightlifters Movement Specific Mobility   Get Strong Here and use code "squatstrength" to save ______________________________ In this episode of Barbell Shrugged, Anders, Doug, and Travis discuss:   The origins of Max Out Friday   How to properly build to a 1RM   M...