It's Supposed to be Heavy | HEAVYISH Method By Jermiah Blount

Getting older doesn’t have to mean becoming weak, fragile, or unable to enjoy everyday life. Building and maintaining muscle could be one of the most powerful ways to protect your independence, mobility, and quality of life as you age. Strength coach Jermiah Blount, creator of The HEAVYISH Method explains why building muscle is about much more than physical appearance. He discusses sarcopenia, inj...

Most people think fasting is simply about skipping meals, but when and how you do it can completely change the outcome. Before attempting an extreme fast, you need to understand your goals, nutritional needs, and whether fasting actually fits your lifestyle. Coach Jermiah Blount, creator of the HEAVYISH Method in Franklin, Tennessee, breaks down the fundamentals of calories, macronutrients, and ch...

Most people can’t deadlift 225 pounds because they’re missing the details that matter before the bar ever leaves the floor. From finding the “sweet spot” in your setup to overcoming weak grip strength, a few simple adjustments could completely change your deadlift. Coach Jermiah Blount, creator of the HEAVYISH Method in Franklin, Tennessee, explains why consistency matters more than choosing the “...

Most people will never squat one and a half times their body weight—not because they lack strength, but because their ego, inconsistency, and poor form keep getting in the way. The real secret isn’t lifting heavier every session; it’s knowing when to push, when to slow down, and how to train safely enough to keep progressing. Coach Jermiah Blunt, creator of the Heavy-ish Method in Franklin, Tennes...

What if everything you thought you knew about gym nutrition - from the "anabolic window" to your daily water intake is actually holding back your progress? Coach Jermiah Blount, creator of The Heavyish Method, breaks down the practical rules of nutrition without the typical fitness industry fluff. From simple macro math like the 10-gram protein rule to debunking trends around "dead...

When most people decide they want to get in shape, the very first thing they do is start running but what if hammering out massive amounts of cardio is actually the worst thing you can do for your body and your goals? In this episode of the It's Supposed to be Heavy podcast, strength coach Jermiah Blount explains why relying solely on cardio is an overrated and potentially harmful approach to...

Stop waiting for the "perfect time" to start your fitness journey because it doesn't exist, and the cost of waiting is higher than you think. In this episode, personal trainer Jermiah Blount breaks down why weightlifting is an essential tool for long-term health, regardless of your current experience level.  We understand how to overcome gym intimidation by starting simple, the crit...

If you're stressing over hitting a 225 bench press, you need to hear this. The internet makes it seem like everyone at the gym is casually moving two plates, but the reality behind this massive strength training myth might just completely change how you approach your next chest workout. In this episode of The Heavyish Method, Jermiah breaks down the toxic social media expectations around the...

Stop obsessing over how your chest looks - here is the real truth about why the bench press is mostly just for show and how to actually use it to get that fit, wide-chested look. Personal trainer Jermiah Blount explains the real truth about bench pressing. While it’s a great way to build muscle and burn calories, it doesn't carry the same injury risks as back training. He also clears up the m...

Life is heavy, both inside the gym and out - and if you want to conquer the weight of the world with absolute confidence, there is one ultimate human movement you need to master. In this episode of It's Supposed to Be Heavy, personal trainer Jermiah Blount breaks down why the deadlift is a non-negotiable movement for people of all ages and fitness levels.  He challenges the traditional "...

No Pain, All Gain: How Heavy Strength Training Reverses Age and Builds True Confidence In this episode, personal trainer Jermiah Blount, creator of the Heavyish Method in Franklin, Tennessee, sits down with his client, Thomas Scott. Thomas shares his remarkable seven-month transformation, detailing how he lost 55 pounds, reversed his type 2 diabetes, and dramatically reclaimed his physical youth. ...

Getting older doesn't age you as much as just becoming weak - and a single trip over your living room threshold shouldn't be a death sentence. In this episode, personal trainer Jermiah Blount explains why progressive overload and traditional barbell strength training act as the ultimate anti-aging drug for adults aged 45 to 85. He breaks down how shifting the focus away from light-weight...

The older you get, the more expensive weakness becomes and lifting the same pink five-pound dumbbells for years isn't going to save your bones, your independence, or your life. In this episode, strength trainer and creator of the Heavyish Method, Jermiah Blount, breaks down why adults over 45 must abandon fitness complacency and embrace lifting heavy.  He redefines "heavy" as a safe...