Ben Yanes & Ethan Grossman

Modern Meathead Experience

Health EN ↓ 75 episodes

If you're a meathead, you should really listen to this podcast. 

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Author

Ben Yanes & Ethan Grossman

Category

Health

Podcast website

www.modernmeathead.com

Latest episode

Feb 3, 2025

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Episodes

#25 - Technique 15.01.2024

Time stamps: 00:02 Intro to Technique 10:16 Challenges in Research 20:11 Technique in Workplace Safety 22:48 The importance of precise goals in exercise technique 23:57 Techniques and guidelines for effective exercise 30:07 Using rational stepwise processes to make informed decisions in fitness 35:36 Emphasizing the importance of staying within the desired range of motion 45:07 Discussing extremes...

#24 - Reps 08.01.2024

Podcast time stamps: 00:02 Introduction to the topic of reps 03:55 Trainer-client dynamics regarding rep counting 08:06 Effective rep ranges for hypertrophy 23:20 Rep Ranges in Training 26:03 Practical Considerations in Training 30:46 Exercise Selection and Rep Ranges 46:17 Rep Ranges and Progression 48:05 Setting Rep Targets and Progression 50:52 Auto-Regulated Approach 53:29 Practical Recommenda...

#23 - Ethan's Training (part 2) 01.01.2024

Time stamps: 00:02 Training Overview 01:08 Training Schedule 05:24 Training Recap: Push Day 18:00 Pull Day Analysis 22:31 Exercise Modifications for Targeting Lat Muscles 26:09 Tips for Maximizing Range of Motion 29:25 The Iterative Process of Exercise Variation 31:56 Loading Directions in the Pullover Exercise 41:22 Overloaded Eccentric Contractions in Vertical Pull Downs 43:46 Teres Focus Pull D...

#22 - Ethan's Training (part 1) 25.12.2023

Time stamps: 00:03 Introduction and Disclaimers 01:01 Context for Contest Prep 03:28 Training Approach 08:04 Sustainable Progress 09:24 Restraint and Anchoring in Exercises 16:49 Same Muscle Group Supersets 21:21 Training Approach and Accommodations 23:07 Time Efficiency and Set Volume 27:05 Adjusting Volume and Sustainability 38:10 Chest Workout Part 1: Fly Motion 42:13 Chest Workout Part 2: Naut...

#21 - Super-sets 18.12.2023

Time Stamps: 00:02 Super sets and their current trends 11:17 Managing time and fatigue 19:25 Identifying and solving individual training problems 22:46 Convenience and Practicality of Super Sets 24:24 Impact on Time and Load in Super Sets 25:31 Output in Same Muscle Group Super Sets 29:13 Super Sets and Cardiovascular Fatigue 30:21 Use Cases for Same Set, Same Muscle Group Super Sets 43:11 The Con...

#20 - Why should you train muscles in the short position? 11.12.2023

Podcast breakdown: 00:03 - Importance of Training in Short Muscle Position 14:03 - Single vs. Double Joint Muscle Exercises 29:26 - Integrating Muscle Shortening into Training 47:08 - Theoretical Perspectives on Muscle Length and Force 59:37 - Concluding Thoughts on Short Position Training

#19 - Control & Lifting Mistakes 04.12.2023

TIMESTAMPS:  00:03 Understanding Muscle Contraction 02:45 Eccentric Component in Muscle Contraction 08:02 Plyometric Training in Aging 19:31 The Bodybuilding World's Response 22:27 Control and Lifting Mistakes 24:14 Recommendations for Eccentric Tempo 29:19 Learning from Lifting Mistakes 42:20 Flexibility in Exercise Selection 43:59 Multiple Paths to Hypertrophy 44:14 Exercise Variation and P...

#18 - The Pump & Cardio 27.11.2023

Learn more from us at: https://modernmeathead.com Podcast Breakdown: 00:02 Creatine Introduction 04:45 Creatine Usage Recommendations 08:16 Lowering Friction in Exercise Adherence 09:29 The Pump and Mechanical Tension 15:30 Pump Variation in Exercises 19:24 Constant Tension and Resistance Throughout Range 22:39 Limb Position in Resistance Training 23:59 Importance of External Occlusion in Training...

#17 - Rest times 20.11.2023

Learn more from us at: https://modernmeathead.com Podcast Breakdown: 00:31 📚 Introduction to Rest Time Discussion 01:55 🕰️ Popular Claim: 2-3 Minutes Rest for Optimal Recovery 02:22 🔄 Paradigm for Determining Rest Time 04:09 📊 Research Perspectives on Rest Time 06:41 ⏰ Short Rest Periods vs. Traditional Sets 08:29 🔄 Benefits of Short Rest Periods in Training 10:46 🔄 Training Efficiency and P...

#16 - Range of Motion & Mobility #2 13.11.2023

Learn more from us: https://modernmeathead.com Podcast topics/timestamps: 00:02 🤔 Discussion on Range of Motion and Mobility 03:37 🔄 The Perpetual Quest for More Mobility 08:20 🏃‍♂️ Anecdote Illustrating Transient Relief 13:09 ⏰ Time Wasted on Repetitive Mobility Practices 14:42 🔄 Shifting Paradigms on Mobility 15:36 🏋️‍♂️ Finding Range in Exercises 19:06 🔄 Active Mobility Exploration 21:36...

#15 - Range of Motion & Mobility 06.11.2023

Learn more from us at: https://modernmeathead.com Podcast Breakdown: 01:09 🏋️ Range of Motion Overview 03:26 🔄 Types of Range of Motion 05:18 🤔 Confusion Around Range of Motion 07:21 🏋️‍♂️ Different Perspectives on Range of Motion 13:02 ⚖️ Consequences of Extra Range of Motion 20:02 🔄 Training Experience Example 21:39 🏋️‍♂️ Understanding Range of Motion 23:15 🔄 Range of Motion in Flux 25:47 🏋️...

#14 - Low Back Pain 30.10.2023

Learn more from us: https://mdoernmeathead.com Podcast breakdown: 00:03 🚶‍♂️ Lumbar Spine Overview 02:11 🔄 Lumbar Spine Movement and Function 06:02 🕰️ Personal Experience with Low Back Pain 10:12 🌍 Seeking Help from Stuart McGill 13:23 🏋️ Addressing Pain in Weightlifting 18:04 🏋️‍♀️ Training Joint Movements 20:38 🏋️‍♂️ Optimizing Motion for Goal Achievement 28:19 🛌 Addressing Low Back Issues:...

#13 - All Things Nutrition 23.10.2023

Learn more from us: https://modernmeathead.com Podcast Breakdown: 00:00 🎙️ Introduction and Setting the Context 03:37 🦓 Nutrition Framework Introduction 05:38 📊 Initial Steps in Nutrition Planning 09:01 📈 Adjusting for Weight Loss 12:00 💪 Macronutrient Distribution and Protein Intake 18:50 🍖 Practical Tips for Meeting Protein Goals 21:45 🍲 Nutrition and Appetite 24:11 🥩 Protein Strategies 2...

#12 - Compound VS Isolation Exercise 16.10.2023

Learn more from us: https://modernmeathead.com Podcast breakdown: 00:02 🏋️‍♂️ Exercise Selection Introduction 01:54 🔄 Skill in Exercise vs. Skill in Fatiguing 03:27 🤔 Compound vs. Isolation in Personal Training 05:05 📚 Defining Compound and Isolation 07:23 🤝 Distinguishing Between Force and Motion 09:01 ⚖️ Pros and Cons of Multi-Joint Exercises 12:16 🤷‍♂️ Individualization in Training Program...

#11 - How Do You Know What Works? 09.10.2023

Learn more from us: https://modernmeathead.com Podcast breakdown: 00:02 🧠 Context on Exercise Effectiveness 03:00 🔄 Evolution of Exercise Selection 04:23 📜 Decision-Making Analogy - Cheesecake Factory Menu 05:46 🔄 Identifying Issues for Program Adjustment 08:01 ⏸️ Signs and Symptoms of Fatigue 11:14 🗓️ Timeline Planning for Contest Prep 15:37 🔄 Adjusting Training Volume and Nutrition 20:31 🔄...

#10 - Stress Management & Deloads 02.10.2023

Learn more from us: https://modernmeathead.com Podcast breakdown: 00:01 🚿 Personal Experience: Dealing with Canker Sores 02:30 🧠 Applying Similar Concepts to Training and Stress Management 03:43 🗣️ Discussion on Stress Management and Deloads with Mike Israel 05:56 🔄 Evolving Perspectives on Fatigue and Personalized Indicators 09:38 🔄 Interplay of Anxiety, Fatigue, and Procrastination 11:14 🚶‍...

#9 - Programming as a Personal Trainer 25.09.2023

Learn more from us: https://modernmeathead.com Podcast breakdown: 00:03 🍔 Reflecting on the burger experience 02:12 🤔 Complexity of personal training inputs 03:24 🏋️‍♂️ Starting with programming in personal training 04:36 📝 Initial approach to programming for clients 06:24 🔄 Evolving views on standardized programming 07:47 🧩 Problem-solving and assessing limitations 09:11 🏋️‍♂️ Misconceptions...

#8 - Muscle Lengths, Stretch-Mediated Hypertrophy & Resistance Profiles 18.09.2023

Learn from us: https://modernmeathead.com Podcast breakdown: 00:00 🛍️ Apparel Efficiency 01:50 🏋️ Workout Apparel 03:10 📱 Late Night Texts 05:46 🤔 Long Muscle Length Context 08:32 💪 Two-Joint Muscle Length 09:52 🔄 Resistance Profile & Strength 11:58 🏋️‍♂️ Resistance Profile & Torque 13:48 🤔 Segregation of Ideas 17:00 🔄 Stretch-Mediated Hypertrophy 19:03 💡 Training Through Full Muscl...

#7 - Cardio & Muscle Lengths 11.09.2023

Learn from us: https://modernmeathead.com Podcast breakdown:  03:14 🏋️‍♂️ Cardio Programming Overview 11:17 🔄 Weekly Cardio Routine 17:23 🚶‍♂️ Practical Approaches to Cardio 22:52 🏃 Cardio and Weight Loss 23:45 🔄 Adjusting Cardio for Different Goals 25:32 🔄 Scaling Factors in Training 28:52🔄 Non-Linear Scaling in Caloric Intake 34:01 🏋️‍♂️ Cardio in Bulking and Cutting 36:17 🚶 Gradual...

#6 - Converging Presses & PEDs 04.09.2023

Learn more from us: https://modernmeathead.com Podcast breakdown: 00:00 🎙️ Introduction and Background 01:35 🏋️‍♂️ Hector's Fitness Journey 03:26 💼 Transition to Hype and Business 05:25 🏋️‍♂️ Exercise Selection and Converging vs. Non-Converging Press 14:55 🔄 Understanding Converging Press Simplified 20:38 🏋️‍♂️ Converging Press, Linear Loading, and Machine Fly 20:53 🏋️‍♂️ Converging Press Overvi...

#5 - Optimal & Minimalist Training 28.08.2023

Learn more from us: https://modernmeathead.com Podcast breakdown: 00:01 🎙️ Introduction and Background 05:21 💪 Fitness Journey and Training Philosophy 07:03 🏋️‍♂️ Balancing Optimal Training with Time Constraints 10:19 ⚖️ The Challenge of Logbook Mentality 14:24 🔄 Rethinking Optimal Training and Exercise Selection 18:30 🗓️ Designing a Training Split within Constraints 20:25 🏋️‍♂️ Training Optimiz...

#4 - Goal Setting, Overtraining & More 21.08.2023

Learn from us: https://modernmeathead.com Podcast breakdown:  00:00 🏋️‍♂️ Introduction and Background 03:57 🏠 Home Gym Tour 06:13 🌧️ Sleep Routine and Ads 08:19 🎯 Comfort with Long-Term Planning 10:10 🤔 Reflection on Planning Process 13:11 🌟 Goal Setting and Visualization 17:11 🏋️‍♂️ Bodybuilding as Self-Expression 21:23 🔄 Unpredictability of Timelines 22:35 🎯 Goal Setting Perspectives...

#3 - 'Rehab' Training, Range of Motion Norms, Cuing & More 14.08.2023

Learn more from us: https://modernmeathead.com Podcast breakdown: 00:00 🎙️ Introduction and Background 04:19 🍪 Overcoming Challenges in the Bakery 06:11 🏋️‍♂️ Overcoming Obesity and Fitness Journey 09:00 🏥 Balancing Rehab and Training 16:09 🔄 Importance of Understanding Body Mechanics 21:03 🧠 Understanding the Spectrum of Physical Activities 23:04 🎯 Identifying Goals: Specific vs. General 26:...

#2 - Functional Exercise, Gut Health, Progression & More 07.08.2023

Learn more from us: https://modernmeathead.com Podcast breakdown: 00:03 🎙️ Introduction of the Podcast 03:37 🏋️ Andrew's Fitness Journey and Questions 09:18 🔄 Challenges and Learning Curve 13:27 🤔 Exploring Gut Health 19:51 🩹 Minimizing Insult to Injury 21:02 🍽️ Elimination Diet and Gut Health 23:20 🌱 Benefits and Progress of Gut Health 24:45 🧠 Awareness and Subjectivity in Gut Health 26:23 🏋...

#1 - Introduction 30.07.2023

Learn more from us: https://modernmeathead.com 00:02 🎙️ Introduction and Podcast Goals 03:30 🎤 Podcast Format and Guest Concept 05:08 🕰️ Ethan's Bodybuilding Journey 07:54 📖 Early Educational Influences 14:19 🌐 Holistic Approach to Education 21:53 🏋️ [Background and Influences] 23:45 📱 [Social Media Influence] 26:03 📚 [Early Social Media Experience] 29:45 🤔 [Purposeful Engagement] 31:31 🎥 [...

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