Joe DeFranco's Industrial Strength Show

In this weeks episode, Joe introduces the world to the very first "STRONG BASTARD 911 Transformation Challenge" winner - Charlie Guthrie. While listening to this interview, you will learn: What it felt like when Charlie "got the call" informing him he beat out 600+ people worldwide to win the 1st Annual STRONG BASTARD 911 CHALLENGE; The set-backs that Charlie had to overcome during the 11-week cha...

In this weeks episode, Joe explains how & why endurance athletes should be incorporating strength training into their physical preparation. While listening to this episode, you will learn:    How Joe trained his first marathon runner and what he learned from that experience; The physical quality that should be at the base of every athlete's "athletic pyramid"; The single most overlooked component...

In this weeks episode, Joe shares a personal story about how two meatheads arguing at Home Depot gave him the idea for today's show. While listening to this podcast you will learn what Joe has discovered to be the SINGLE BIGGEST FACTOR for those looking to get JACKED and STRONG, respectively. Knowing these two things will accelerate your strength gains and transform your physique like never before...

In this weeks episode, Joe shares some of the secrets behind the massive success he's had training football players in-season. While listening to this episode, you will learn:  The 2 key factors every in-season program should address; The biggest mistakes players make in-season [preventing them from achieving their goals]; How to manipulate the volume and intensity of your in-season workouts; The...

On this weeks show, Joe cuts through all of the fitness industry bullsh*t and reveals the truth regarding core training and developing "six-pack" abs. While listening to this podcast you will learn: The #1 function of the core [knowing this will have a dramatic affect on your training]; Why 99% of the core training DVD's and resources in the fitness industry are "missing the boat" regarding true c...

In this weeks episode, Joe exposes the bad coaches and personal trainers that infest the fitness industry. After listening to this weeks show, you'll know exactly how to distinguish the  professionals  from the wanna-bees! 

In this weeks episode, Joe D. explains why the Olympic lifts are NOT the best option for the majority of athletes looking to increase their explosive power. During his 45-minute rant, Joe explains:  How to turn virtually  any   barbell exercise into an "explosive" lift;  Other ways to train "triple extension" besides Olympic lifting;  The single most important question that EVERY Strength & Condit...

In this weeks episode, Joe covers 3 unique topics in detail. These topics include: Why his athletes DON'T perform overhead presses; How to get jacked in a hotel room when you're pressed for time and have NO equipment; How his Lower Body Strength template evolved and why it's so effective for improving sprinting speed! 

This week, Joe sits down with Dr. Rhonda Patrick to discuss her research on heat stress, sauna use, and her "Core 4" supplement recommendations for improving performance and living longer.    In this information-packed, 97-minute interview you will learn: The sauna's effect on mood, cognitive function and preventing muscle atrophy; Why you'll benefit more from the sauna if you stay in there until...

In this weeks episode, Joe addresses a topic that's long overdo -  How to [properly] use chains in the weightroom!   Contrary to what many Personal Trainers believe; the chains at your gym were NOT put there for you to throw over your shoulder and take douchebag Instagram selfies. They actually serve a greater purpose. In fact, they serve  many  greater purposes!    During this podcast, Joe explai...

In this episode, Joe shines the spotlight on a neglected group of muscles that  need  a lot   more attention than they receive. You may not be able to  see  the musculature of your upper back when looking in the mirror, but that doesn't mean you should ignore these super important muscles.    Joe explains why so many athletes (regardless of sport) have pre-existing shoulder injuries when they come...

In this episode, Joe sheds some light on how to train for rugby, MMA, soccer and other "mixed" energy system sports. During the first half of the episode, Joe discusses the different periodization models and the benefits of each. He then reveals how to train for power & aerobic endurance SIMULTANEOUSLY without causing interference or negative effects. HINT: It IS possible to improve your power and...

This weeks episode is all about the psychology of training and mental toughness. Unlike the physical changes made in the gym (that are very measurable), the mental changes aren't as easy to quantify.  Joe sits down with longtime "DeFranco disciple" Pat Cole to get an athlete's perspective on what it was like to "grow up" in DeFranco's Gym. Pat gives some incredible insight on how he went from a ne...

In this weeks episode, Joe sits down with the UFC's "Patron Saint of Cutting Weight" - Mike Dolce.  Here are just a few of the things you will learn from their information-packed conversation:   Why Mike considers himself a "longevity advocate" and not a performance coach; Mike's 4 Nutrition Principles that  everyone should live by; Why the macronutrient profile of your food is NOT the most import...

In this weeks episode, Joe reveals 6 changes that the 40+ crowd can incorporate into their workout in order to keep making gains well into their golden years.  Topics of discussion include:  The difference between  "training to warm up"  &  "warming up to train";  Joe's 5-Step approach to a complete warm-up; How to replace your max-effort work with sub-maximal work without losing strength; Why you...

In this weeks episode, Joe D. speaks on 6 different training topics.  These topics include:     Practical examples of how both Unconventional and Traditional training methods contribute to a football players on-field success; Why he feels CrossFit is NOT an optimal training method for athletes; Advanced Vertical Jump training protocols...and some "Dirty Tricks"; Joe D's tried-and-true Progression...

In this weeks episode, Joe gives a quick recap of his vacation then discusses a topic that has come up quite often since the opening of DeFranco's Gym at the Onnit Academy --  Unconventional Training Methods vs. Traditional Barbell Lifting.  While most coaches and trainers waste time arguing about which method is "better", Joe feels they  both  have their place. In this episode, he teaches you how...

You will really get to know Joe D. on a personal level while listening to this weeks episode of the Industrial Strength Show. Joe decides to take the week off from talking training and instead tackles the "off topic" emails that flood his inbox. You do NOT want to miss these NEVER-BEFORE-TOLD stories as Joe answers YOUR unique questions! Topics include: The origin of Joe's "sneaker fetish"; The "d...

In this weeks episode, Joe interviews the president and co-founder of Cressey Sports Performance - Eric Cressey. Eric talks about his journey in the strength & conditioning industry and how he became THE "go-to" guy in baseball. He has worked with players from all 30 MLB teams and he currently has more than 100 professional players traveling to train with him each off-season.    Other topics that...

In this weeks episode, Joe D. discusses his favorite topic - STRENGTH! Specific areas of discussion include: Top 5 Reasons Most People Are Weak; The TRUE Definition of "Functional Training"; Improving a Young Female Volleyball Player's Vertical Jump; Biggest Mistake Females Make in the Weightroom; Joe D's 3-Step Assessment Process; Should Distance Runners Lift?; Fool-Proof Way of Teaching the Box...

Joe dedicates this weeks entire show to answering YOUR questions on Speed Development. He shares his 20,000 hours worth of experience and knowledge on the following topics: Overspeed Treadmills; Hill Sprints vs. Downhill Running; Popular Football Conditioning Tests; Two Ways to Drastically Reduce Your Potential of Pulling a Hamstring; Best Indicators of Sprinting Speed. 

In this weeks episode, Joe interviews Jill Miller - creator of the corrective exercise format "Yoga Tune Up®" and "The Roll Model Method®". You will hear Jill's amazing "back story" of how she beat anorexia and bulimia before pioneering the Yoga world and helping people from across the globe "live better in their body". Jill explains how her version of Yoga also incorporates corrective exercise, s...

In this weeks episode, Joe gives a behind-the-scenes peek at what an average day currently looks like for him. From his morning routine, to his rituals and habits (both good and bad); Joe lets you become a "fly on his wall" for a 24-hour period.  He then concludes the show with some BONUS content in honor of Memorial Day weekend and the start of summer. Joe shares 3 Simple Tips that will enable al...

The man commonly referred to as "the most innovative coach in the fitness industry" sits down with Joe D. and shares his thoughts on Living Your Passion, Facing Your Fears and Getting Sh*t Done! He also speaks candidly about his very first meeting with Joe D. and how/why they started collaborating on their many different projects - including their CPPS certification course, DeFrancoInsider.com mem...

Joe starts this weeks show by sharing his Top 5 "Personal Trainer Pet Peeves" with a young listener who's looking to get into the industry. His mom then joins the show and they discuss everything from Joe's childhood shyness to Lucy's 25-year battle with Multiple Sclerosis. By the end of this interview, you will understand why both Joe and George call Lucy the "strongest" member of the DeFranco fa...