Deadlifts and Pizza

In this episode, we dive into a game of Family Feud:  Name a food people eat just for protein Name the exercise that proves your strong Name a “healthy food” that packs a bunch of hidden calories Name something annoying that people do in the gym Name a high fat food that keto dieters obsess over Name a muscle group that people skip training Name the top reasons to skip the gym Name something alway...

In this episode, we dive into:  Ranking AI’s tips for busy working women who want to stay fit this summer Shifting your workout time Lower your expectations. A 20 minute workout is better than nothing Prioritize strength training Drink Water before you’re thirsty Have a minimum effective workout Enjoy a cookout without making it a cheat day Use vacations to stay active instead of following the pla...

In this episode, we dive into:  Laura’s new program A push/pull workout split Putting heavy squats and heavy deadlifts in different blocks of training Contrast training Conjugate Method of training Overcoming isometrics A new game of Guess the Influencer Does drinking plain water make you dehydrated? Does protein turn into sugar in your body causing fat gain? Does insulin cause fat storage? Links:...

In this episode, we dive into:  Sled training- Pushes, drags, sprint, etc The exercise that gave Laura the biggest quad pump she’s ever had Rating fitness trends on a scale of 1-10 Cardio for fat loss Crossfit Weighted Vests 10,000 steps per day 1g of protein per pound of bodyweight Tracking macros Training with a partner Hyrox Creatine Kettlebell Training Protein bars Intermittent fasting Carnivo...

In this episode, we dive into:  All the lycopene Jaime’s been eating Making a program for Jaime for Taekwondo Triphasic Training Training the eccentric and exercises Training the isometric and exercises Training the concentric and exercises Post Activation Potentiation Apex competition- Testing speed, power, strength, and endurance.  Links: Jaime’s Free Training Program Laura’s Free Training Progr...

In this episode, we dive into:  Jaime’s back from the Galápagos Islands Weight fluctuations after getting back from Vacation How to maintain your results during the summer Figuring what seasons you need to be in 5th gear and when to down shift Doing little mini cuts throughout the year vs one prolonged cut season Should you have periods of lower calories after eating in a surplus? Jaime’s soft coa...

In this episode, we dive into:  Dieting and fat loss is hard, and it also doesn’t pair well with socializing. You did a great job! Yes, you have to wake up tomorrow and do it again. Life is about priorities. Get very clear with yours. Strength & muscle are so much more valuable than year-long leanness Genetics matter, but so do epigenetics You will always benefit more from hard work, despite o...

In this episode, we dive into:  It’s Jaime’s Birthday! The rule of diminishing returns How much effort it takes to lose weight to put it back on The benefits of going into a calorie deficit Cell autophagy Recomping as an experienced lifter How to overeat and not gain body fat Very few people know how to program correctly The value in Jaime’s group coaching program is insane! The importance of good...

In this episode, we dive into:  The Ninja Creami. We both love it! Laura’s football story, and how some 10 year olds made her feel special.  Why GLP-1s are causing hair loss, and how it’s propping up the beauty industry.  Why it’s important to strength train, eat enough protein and nutrient dense foods on GLP-1s What’s more likely: GLP-1s solve the obesity epidemic or cause a bone density loss epi...

In this episode, we dive into:  1 ¼ rep pull-ups How fatigue sets in when your calories are low. It’s ok to do a little less, but do something. Macro strategies during a cut Maintenance breaks in a fat loss phase New Game: Is this real or did I make it up?- Sleep deprivation and maximal strength. Stretching before training and its effect on maximal strength. Taking ibuprofen after your workout. Pe...

In this episode, we dive into:  Weather wardrobe woes The importance of taking breaks instead of constantly pushing Improving work capacity and recovery Tia Toomey’s (a champion crossfit athlete), workout routine How Jaime could improve her power for taekwondo A study on how change in velocity affects hypertrophy Overrated/Underrated: Reverse dieting, lifting to failure, walking for fat loss, delo...

In this episode, we dive into:  How to set up your eating schedule in a cut? How did our ancestors get enough salt? We used to eat all parts of the animal Eating the placenta Heart Rate Recovery (HRR): What is considered good? New game called Pick Your Prison: Tracking macros every day forever, or never again. Lift heavy 3 days per week, or train every single day at moderate intensity . 10,000 ste...

In this episode, we dive into:  How to get back into a program after being sick? Should you start over? Negative self talk. Caleb may actually be athletic Lowering your performance goals in a caloric deficit Readiness/recovery scores, HRV, & sleep scores 2 supplements that have helped Laura sleep like a baby- Urolithin A, and NMN Links: Jaime’s Free Training Program Laura’s Free Training Progr...

In this episode, we dive into:  The importance of taking measurements & pictures instead of just relying on the scale The importance of high activity in a cut How your brain deletes information that it thinks are unimportant Different types of intelligence How should you train when you’re pregnant? When’s a good time to go into a cut after a reverse diet? Tips to get back into training after t...

In this episode, we dive into:  Legion Protein Powder Collecting health & fitness data Some fun riddles- Laura is a dummy! Our individual rankings of the most important things to focus on when it comes to healthspan, longevity, and overall health and wellness. Our rankings were very different from each other.  Links: Jaime’s Free Training Program Laura’s Free Training Program Laura’s Free Powe...

In this episode, we dive into:  How reframing a cut can help you be more successful Do GLP-1s help lower the side effects of a calorie deficit? Skinny is back in an unhealthy way Kids these days: Lack of resilience, don’t know how to be uncomfortable, and lower intelligence scores It’s ok to suck at things The importance of doing hard things How a cut affects your recovery score Resting heart rate...

In this episode, we dive into:  How we see the months of the year Taking creatine for sleep deprivation Q&As How much cardio should I do per week in a cut, so I don't lose muscle? Is it considered rude when someone takes a long time on a piece of gym equipment when the gym is busy? Any tips for getting up at 5am to go to the gym? Links: Jaime’s Free Training Program Laura’s Free Training P...

In this episode, we dive into:  HRV & VO2 max Norwegian 4x4 More heart rate talk How Laura is structuring her meals Our goals, and going into a calorie deficit Links: Jaime’s Free Training Program Laura’s Free Training Program Laura’s Free Power Training Program Join the Squad Websites: www.strengthbyjaimebarroso.com www.laselitetraining.com Instagram: @deadliftsandpizzapodcast @liftwithlauras...

In this episode, we dive into:  The Free Workshop we’re doing Jaime started Taekwondo again 2 more exercises Laura never does: Front Raises, and Tricep Kickbacks.  Muscle Biomechanics: The quads and triceps. Best exercises to hit all of these muscle groups? Consistency, Motivation, & Discipline Finding what motivates you The importance of accountability Fat Loss Challenge Who’s softer Laura or...

In this episode, we dive into:  Rest pause sets vs Cluster sets Rest pause or cluster sets for pull-ups debate Fat Loss Challenge we’re going to go together Ranking Home Gym Equipment Part II: Trx bands, Ez Curl Bar, Leg Press/Hack Squat Machine, Kettlebells, Plyo Box, Adjustable Bench with and without leg curl/extension, Bosu Ball, Lifting Straps, Cables, Belt Squat Machine, Weighted Vest, Revers...

In this episode, we dive into:  What we eat in a day Laura’s weird metabolism The Morpheus Heart Rate Monitor Tracking your HRV and resting heart rate Heart rate zones Our rating of good mornings Ranking home gym equipment for S Tier - F Tier: Sled, Squat Rack, Treadmill, Barbell & Plates, Dumbbells, Landmine, Assault Bike, Bands, Trap-Bar, & a Pull-Up Bar Extended Show Notes: Links: Jaime...

In this episode, we dive into:  It’s cold AF Laura’s not so elite moment Being a dog Mom Study 1: Sweet tooth trial Study 2: Can you spot reduce A Landmine program for Jaime’s Squad Escalated Density Training The Murph challenge Q&A: My coworker said I shouldn’t put bananas in my smoothie because they’re too sweet Q&A: What should I do when the scale has gone up over 4lbs overnight during...

In this episode, we dive into:  Working out when you’re sick Laura’s tips for staying consistent with nutrition & exercise when it’s cold AF: Make non-negotiables. Non-negotiables need to be sustainable. Lower your expectations. Find something that you love. Give yourself a small treat or reward at the end of the day that won’t mess with your progress. Working out 365 days in a row without mis...

In this episode, we dive into:  > Different sports we’re getting into > Different conditioning methods: Explosive repeats, tempo intervals, and sleds > Study on caffeine and fat loss > Progress slows as you get more experience > Diminishing returns of exercise volume > Having multiple goals at once > How fitness changes as you get older > Primary factor for people maintaini...

In this episode, we dive into:  Landmine Complexes The new Food Pyramid and our thoughts. What we like and don’t. Protein Recommendations and what is actually a good macro split Differences in generations, and how society has shaped us The cost of living now. People are having fewer kids. How the standard of living has changed. Wackiest Things I’ve Heard Influencers Say Part II: Will eating half a...