Barbell Medicine Podcast

In this episode of the Barbell Medicine Podcast, Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum and Dr. Austin Baraki discuss three research papers. The first paper examines how different coffee brewing methods affect cholesterol levels, highlighting the benefits of filtered coffee. The second paper explores the relationship between testosterone levels, muscle mass, and strength, with some interesting findings. The third...

In this episode of the Barbell Medicine podcast, Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum and Dr. Austin Baraki delve into the rapidly expanding world of direct-to-consumer lab testing. They discuss the significant growth of this market, the potential benefits and risks associated with self-ordered lab tests, and their personal experiences with such testing. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understandin...

In this episode, Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum and Dr. Derek Miles discuss hip pain, focusing on a personal case of Dr. Feigenbaum's recent injury. They explore the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment strategies for hip injuries, particularly in the context of powerlifting. The conversation delves into rehabilitation exercises, the importance of progressive overload, and the consultation process for in...

In this episode of the Barbell Medicine podcast, Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum and Dr. Austin Baraki delve into a medical mystery case involving a 41-year-old male who experienced a seizure while lifting weights. The discussion covers the patient's presentation, the physiological mechanisms at play, diagnostic workup, and his subsequent course. . The conversation emphasizes the importance of understan...

In this episode of the Barbell Medicine podcast, Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum and Dr. Austin Baraki discuss the rise of colon cancer, managing elevated LDL levels, micro- and meso-cycle lengths, strength training for muscle size gains, and doctors' knowledge of nutrition.  Podcast 278 LDL Management Lepodisiran to lower Lp(a) Progressive Loading Become a Barbell Medicine Plus Member Today Resources P...

In this episode of the Barbell Medicine podcast, Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum and Dr. Austin Baraki discuss managing soreness, taking Sudafed while training, the food matrix effect, the impact of resistance training on muscle preservation during anti-obesity medication use, and more.  Podcast 298   Sudafed WADA Sudafed a PED? Factors Affecting Energy Compensation Food Matrix Effect Become a Barbell Medic...

In this episode of The Barbell Medicine Podcast, Drs. Baraki and Feigenbaum discuss a Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), new research, and a new quack watch segment on Dr. Ardis. Papers: Staudacher 2023 Harer 2021 Bayless 2017 Nanayakkara 2016 Zeraattalab-Motlagh 2025 Nunan 2022 https://myginutrition.com/ https://www.ibsdiets.org/ Ewswaran 2025 Singh 2025   Seminar: https://www.barbellmedicine.com/se...

In this episode of The Barbell Medicine Podcast, Drs. Baraki and Feigenbaum discuss a mystery case of young woman who presents with severe abdominal pain after working out. Case: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6036518/ Seminar: https://www.barbellmedicine.com/seminars/ Become a Barbell Medicine Plus Member Today Resources Page: https://www.barbellmedicine.com/resources/ Template Quiz: ht...

In this episode of The Barbell Medicine Podcast, Drs. Baraki and Feigenbaum review new data on seed oils as well as combining HIIT with lifting weights. https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamainternalmedicine/fullarticle/2831265   https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/sms.70025   Become a Barbell Medicine Plus Member Today Seminar: https://www.barbellmedicine.com/seminars/ Resources Page: http...

In this episode of The Barbell Medicine Podcast, Drs. Baraki and Feigenbaum discuss weight loss success, maintenance, and how-to improve success rates. Become a Barbell Medicine Plus Member Today Seminar: https://www.barbellmedicine.com/seminars/ Resources Page: https://www.barbellmedicine.com/resources/ Template Quiz: https://www.barbellmedicine.com/template-quiz/ Got pain and need a professional...

In this episode of The Barbell Medicine Podcast, Drs. Baraki and Feigenbaum discuss heart rate variability (HRV). Resources : ·     https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17276451/   ·     https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24290115/   ·     https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/8608620/   ·     https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5600971/   ·  https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/1750984X.2022.209288...

In this episode of The Barbell Medicine Podcast, Drs. Baraki and Feigenbaum answer Barbell Medicine Plus member questions! Become a Barbell Medicine Plus Member Today Book Recommendations: Do Hard things -Steve Magness Science of Running- Steve Magness The Cyclists Training Bible- Joel Friel Transfer of Training in Sports - Anatoliy Bondarchuk Science of Practice in Strength Training- Vladimir Zat...

In this episode of The Barbell Medicine Podcast, Drs. Baraki and Feigenbaum discuss a mystery case of 38-year-old woman who experiences chest pain during a Zumba workout. Case: https://jmedicalcasereports.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s13256-018-1696-x Become a Barbell Medicine Plus Member Today Resources Page: https://www.barbellmedicine.com/resources/ Template Quiz: https://www.barbellmedic...

In this episode of The Barbell Medicine Podcast, Drs. Baraki and Feigenbaum discuss two recent research papers. The first one examines the optimal level of calorie restriction for improving cholesterol levels in the setting of exercise. The second study focuses on risk factors for running-related injuries.  Quack: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DFOivKJyIWY/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzR...

In this "mystery case" episode, Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum and Dr. Austin Baraki walk through a real medical case of a 21-year-old male who presents to the emergency department with a 5-day history of fever, headaches, and a 1-day history of an itchy rash. The rash started on his face and spread to his chest, back, and thighs, sparing his palms and soles. He also reported nausea, vomiting, and...

In the 10th episode of the "Great Debates in Fitness and Health" series, hosts Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum and Dr. Austin Baraki debate controversial fitness and health topics including dietary supplements, alcohol, sumo deadlifts, muscle mass gain, PEDs, and more. Resources Page:  https://www.barbellmedicine.com/resources/ Template Quiz:  https://www.barbellmedicine.com/template-quiz/ For more...

In this podcast, Drs. Baraki and Feigenbaum review a mystery case where the patient presented with 3 days of progressively worsening left hip pain. He had a similar episode about a year ago that required surgery. Dr. Baraki walks through a differential diagnosis, considering potential causes like infection, crystal-induced arthritis, bleeding disorders, and avascular necrosis. Further testing reve...

In this podcast, Drs. Baraki and Feigenbaum discuss training during weight loss. While increased exercise can support health, dietary restriction is the primary method for weight loss. They note that strength, muscle mass, and endurance can be maintained during modest calorie deficits, with studies showing significant gains even in large deficits in trained individuals. It was also noted that the...

In this podcast, Drs. Miles and Feigenbaum review a mystery case where thee patient presented with severe bilateral leg pain after attempting a 620 lb squat. We discuss anabolic steroid use, knee pathology, rehab strategies, and more. Case: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4885268/ Resources Page:  https://www.barbellmedicine.com/resources/ Template Quiz:  https://www.barbellmedicine.com/t...

In this podcast, Drs. Baraki and Feigenbaum review a misleading social media post from Comp Train regarding VO2 max, a new study on using heart rate variability (HRV) to guide resistance training programming in older women, and another study correlating American Heart Association's "Life's Essential 8" metrics with testosterone levels and risk of low muscle mass.  Papers: https://w...

Alan Thrall joins Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum on this episode of the Barbell Medicine podcast. Alan, a gym owner and strongman competitor, shares his life update, including his children's activities and gym involvement. They delve into the benefits and risks of strongman training, favorite and least favorite gym equipment, incorporating strongman elements into commercial gym routines, and more.   R...

Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum and Dr. Austin Baraki discuss the challenges and benefits of unilateral exercises like Bulgarian split squats, refute Dr. Gabriel Lyon's claim that obesity is due to insufficient muscle mass, and more! Resources Page:  https://www.barbellmedicine.com/resources/ Template Quiz:  https://www.barbellmedicine.com/template-quiz/ For more of our stuff: Website Apparel App Tech S...

The podcast discusses what happens when people stop exercising, how much exercise is necessary, and how to program exercise with limited time. Recommendations for training on limited time:  Resistance training: 3-5 sets per muscle group per week of compound exercises at >65% 1RM for strength. Add isolation exercises if desired.   Conditioning: 150 mins/week moderate or 75 mins/week vigorous int...

In this episode, Drs. Feigenbaum and Baraki discuss a complex case of a 60-year-old female with a history of type 2 diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, and pulmonary sarcoidosis presenting with exertional shortness of breath. Initial tests showed a heart rate of 50 bpm, prolonged PR interval, and patchy fibrosis in the heart. What's the diagnosis? Resources Page:  https://www.barbellmedi...

Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum and Dr. Baraki discuss osteoarthritis (OA), emphasizing its complexity and the importance of a holistic approach. OA affects joints, causing pain, stiffness, and reduced function, with knees being the most commonly affected. Risk factors include age, prior injury, obesity, and inflammation. Diagnosis often relies on clinical history rather than imaging. Treatments include exe...