FitnessFAQs Podcast

Tanner Shuck is a strength coach, entrepreneur, and one of the most honest voices in the fitness industry. His message is simple: get brutally strong, master the basics, and the physique will follow. . Expect to learn why many natural lifters struggle to get jacked, the biggest mistakes people make, why strength remains the foundation of long-term muscle growth. We also discuss the problem with ma...

Tom Merrick is well known for offering honest, practical advice on flexibility and mobility training. His work keeps it simple without overcomplicating the process, and he will help you understand common myths around stretching. . (0:00) - Does lifting weights make you stiff? (7:26) - I'm naturally inflexible (10:28) - The reality of stretching (21:47) - Stretching makes you weaker (23:18) - W...

Saibov has 16 years of calisthenics experience, and he’s one of the most respected endurance and skills coaches in the world. In this episode, we break down the real principles behind high-rep calisthenics, smarter progression, and building strength that actually lasts. . (0:00) - Endurance calisthenics mistakes (5:00) - Do you need basics before skills? (7:33) - Benefits from high reps and volume...

Get My Calisthenics Programs: fitnessfaqs.com . Marcus Filly is an ex competitive CrossFit athlete, placing 12th in the world at the CrossFit games in 2016. Functional bodybuilding is the method Marcus teaches - Looking good, moving well and training for longevity. . (0:00) - Big fitnessfaqs news (0:15) - Why hybrid training? (8:39) - Interference effect killing gains? (16:40) - Why people lose mo...

Old school free weight training with dumbbells and barbells has lost popularity, replaced by modern fitness machines. Peter Khatcherian has over 20 years of bodybuilding experience he's sharing today. This podcast gets back to basics and explains why classic lifting is still all you really need. Most people avoid it because it’s genuinely hard work, but those who embrace the struggle are the o...

Refael Paz is a calisthenics coach and rings expert who bridges the gap between bodyweight mastery and traditional strength training. In this episode, we unpack what truly changes as you evolve from beginner to advanced in calisthenics. You’ll learn why early routines stop working, how to balance strength, skill, and recovery, and why combining calisthenics with weights delivers the best results....

Bald Omni Man is a big, strong fella from the natural YouTube lifting community. In this episode, we dive deep into building serious muscle with calisthenics . You’ll learn whether bodyweight training alone can maximize size, how much weekly volume is really needed, and how to stay injury-free while training with high reps. We also cover the truth about rings for hypertrophy, why skill work alone...

In this special solo podcast episode, Daniel Vadnal outlines a simple blueprint to learn the bar muscle-up—from why it’s worth learning to exactly how to train for it. Expect to learn the key strength standards, perfect technique cues, and the best exercises for pull, push, and core power. Daniel also busts the biggest myths (no, you don’t need 20 pull-ups first!) and shares proven progressions to...

What does training for longevity really look like once you’re in your 40s, 50s, and beyond? Stefan is 58 years old and proves that it’s possible to stay strong, muscular, and mobile as you age. His journey shows that midlife doesn’t have to mean decline. It can be a time to build strength, improve flexibility, and move with confidence.. (0:00) - Longevity Training Mistakes (9:35) - Why Bodyweight...

Ian Barseagle is a 188cm, 95kg calisthenics beast. We’re going to dive into the 2-Set Method, the “soviet strength secrets” behind it, and how you can unlock elite-level performance without spending hours in the gym. . (0:00) - 2 Set Method Explained (20:50) - Goal Setting & Motivation (26:34) - Funny Gym Story (28:56) - Managing Negative Self Talk (36:19) - Relationship Advice (38:54) - The P...

Zack Height is a mobility and handstand expert. Why do some people unlock life-changing mobility while others stay stuck, stiff, and frustrated? For many, stretching feels like going through the motions—progress stalls, injuries creep in, and training becomes a cycle of effort without reward. Yet with the right approach, mobility can be the foundation that transforms not only your strength but the...

Want to increase your flexibility? I’m joined today by movement expert William Soo, and together we’ll show you the most effective stretches for every major body part. You’ll learn how to unlock more spine mobility, shoulder mobility, and hip mobility, so you can move better, train stronger, and feel freer in your body (0:00) - Unlock Your Upper Back Stiffness (5:58) - Rotation Is Underrated (11:5...

What's the best muscle building exercise for every muscle? This podcast breaks down the best bang for buck ways to add size to every body part. Learn how to train smarter with Daniel Vadnal and GVS from YouTube. . (0:00) - Don't Worry About Legs (0:23) - Biceps (4:25) - Triceps (12:46) - Forearms (20:16) - Side Delts (31:07) - Rear Delts (37:22) - Front Delts (43:34) - Chest (49:54) - Trap...

There are a lot of myths about calisthenics which are going to be busted today. I’m joined by STRIQFit a bodyweight training expert, to break down the most common misconceptions holding people back from real progress. Today you'll learn the 16 harsh truths about calisthenics training, these are things most people get wrong when entering the bodyweight training world. This podcast will teach yo...

What does the worst calisthenics program look like, and are you accidentally following it? In this episode, we’re joined by Denis from Sthenics to challenge popular training myths and break down the science of calisthenics mastery. Should you build strength or chase skills first? How many skills can you train at once without burning out? What’s the best way to combine static holds, dynamics, and w...

Mike "The Saiyan" Smart was one of the most popular calisthenics athletes before injury ended his career. Today we talk about calisthenics, mental health and dealing with pain and injury. (0:00) - The honest truth about calisthenics (5:21) - Do genetics actually matter? (8:29) - Goal setting and rates of progress (12:31) - Turning pain into purpose (17:41) - Always write down workouts (2...

Meet Chris Beastmode Jones, a YouTube fitness legend I've been following since 2012. His passion for working out while motivate you to level up inside the gym and outside. What does it take to build muscle naturally? What are some of the forgotten methods and principles we're overlooking in our workout programs? A discussion on the mental health benefits of going to the gym and becoming th...

Can you build muscle at maintenance? What's the best body fat percentage for growing bigger the fastest? Why Daniel believes maingaining is a smart choice. The optimal way to workout at maintenance calories. Geoffrey Verity Schofield makes a strong argument for the benefits of bulking. This podcast will give you confidence on bulking, cutting and maintenance, helping decide what's best for...

Ben Yanes is a biomechanics expert who teaches how to lift like a modern meathead. Expect to get better muscle growth by training smarter - applying the latest science with proven exercise principles for success. Today we're debunking 12 of worst myths that are wasting you time and effort in the gym. . (0:00) - 1 - Just Lift Heavy Bro (7:32) - 2 - You Must Squat, Bench, Deadlift! (10:00) -  3...

Dr Yaad Mohammad is a medical doctor with over 10 years of calisthenics experience. Bodyweight training programs are not easy to design. If you want to keep making progress and get stronger, you've got to train smart and hard. Today you'll how to create your own program with periodisation, understand the impact of body composition on bodyweight exercise performance and much more. . (0:00)...

Ivan Djuric has squat every day for the past 5 years (crazy). We discuss the benefits of daily squats, how to design your minimalist workout program, the best methods for increasing strength and lifting. (0:00) - Lessons Learned (4:05) - The Results  (7:44) - Dealing With Slow Progress (14:24) - How You Feel Is A Lie  (25:40) - Tips For Squat Every Day (31:28) - Dealing With Pain (38:27) - Don&#39...

Leo moves is a movement coach and former student of ido portal. Expect to learn about all things mobility including animal flow and primal workouts. We explore the healthy way to design your workout for range of motion, calisthenics, handstands and much more. . (0:00) - Movements Training Explained (7:48) - Myths (12:37) - Benefits of Flow Based Exercises (19:08) - Lessons From Ido Portal (35:02)...

Nsima Inyang is a Pro Natural Bodybuilder, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt World Champion and co-host of the power project. Today you will learn about functional training, building complete strength, mobility and athleticism. We explore unconventional ways of exercising that will make you well rounded. (0:00) - Why Bodybuilding Training Falls Short  (5:31) - The Power Of Breathing (16:54) - Functio...

Christopher Sommer is a former US national gymnastics coach. With over 40 years of experience, you'll be gaining a wealth of wisdom from this podcast. I first stumbled across his book building the gymnastics body in 2009.. Without Christopher's principles, the world of bodyweight strength training and calisthenics would not be what it is today. . 📌 Watch Podcast With Video - https://you...

Want to build more muscle? Geoffrey is one of the largest and smartest people I know. Today we learn the best ways to workout for the goal of bodybuilding. . 📌 Watch Podcast With Video - https://youtu.be/ao_5tcJGJiA . (0:11) - Worst Injury Story (5:21) - Why You Should Change Exercises (15:15) - Free Weights Are King (22:17) - Best Ways To Progress (34:12) - How To Lift Heavier (45:31) - The Opti...