Phaze One Fitness

In this episode, Jerry discusses the use of drop sets for increased hypertrophy.  He explains exactly how it works and introduces you to a new tool that is a game changer.  Visit www.performancepin.com and use "Phazeone" (without quotation marks) to claim your 10% discount thanks to Steve. Support the show Thank you for being part of my audience and feel free to support the show.  We wil...

In this episode, Jerry once again tackles the importance of proper form.  He's constantly reminded that not enough people pay attention to this very important aspect of resistance training.  It's everything.   Support the show Thank you for being part of my audience and feel free to support the show.  We will continue to bring quality information delivered in a way that one can easily un...

In this episode, Jerry shifts gears and delves into the joys and hazards of summertime.  Getting your bathing suit body back.  Summer is a great time to get in shape as you tend to be more active due to the nice weather.  It's also a great time to start or advance your fitness program.  Jerry briefly discusses fitness, diet, and protection from the elements Support the show Thank you for bein...

In this episode, Jerry helps distinguish between a low-rep, high-weight regimen and a high-rep, medium-weight regimen. It's very important to send a clear signal to your body about what you're trying to achieve. This FitBit helps you determine whether you want to concentrate on gaining strength or size and development.   Support the show Thank you for being part of my audience and feel f...

In this episode, Jerry discusses the need to stay in a positive nitrogen balance to support hypertrophy.  Absent a positive nitrogen balance, your body will take nitrogen from the muscle tissue to use in all the other bodily functions that require nitrogen Support the show Thank you for being part of my audience and feel free to support the show.  We will continue to bring quality information deli...

In this episode Jerry goes into the value of rest and how it's just as important as training and diet.  Your fitness program is like a 3 legged stool.  Remove one of the legs and the stool collapses, much like a fitness program where training, diet, and rest aren't properly managed. Support the show Thank you for being part of my audience and feel free to support the show.  We will conti...

In this episode, Jerry explains the value of accentuated negatives and how they can increase intensity and, therefore, increase hypertrophy.  He also expresses the need for additional rest when utilizing this regimen.   Support the show Thank you for being part of my audience and feel free to support the show.  We will continue to bring quality information delivered in a way that one can easily un...

In this episode, Jerry brings to light the concept of pre-exhaustion as a way to help reduce injury.  If you spend any amount of time in the gym, you know injuries are not a matter of if but a matter of when.  Listen to these inciteful tips if you want to train with intensity while keeping the instances of injury down. Support the show Thank you for being part of my audience and feel free to suppo...

In this final episode of 2023, Jerry does a recap of the year, reminding you of all the nuggets of knowledge that were expressed throughout the year.  We here at Phaze One Fitness want to wish you and your families the  Happiest of New Years and above all.....Please stay safe and healthy. Support the show Thank you for being part of my audience and feel free to support the show.  We will continue...

In this episode, Jerry discusses the necessity to utilize full range motion to gain full muscle development.  Jerry goes over the importance of concentrating on form rather than weight. Support the show Thank you for being part of my audience and feel free to support the show.  We will continue to bring quality information delivered in a way that one can easily understand and utilize.

In this episode,  Jerry discusses how you can complement your free weight training with machines found in most gyms.  The free weights vs. machines argument has been alive and well in the gym for a long time.  Over the years, it has been proven that machines are just as beneficial, if not more so, than free weights.  Tune in and see if you agree or disagree with Jerry's assessment.  Support t...

In this episode,  Jerry explains why sometimes you leave the gym with a euphoric feeling.  He explores when and why endorphins get released into your system. Support the show Thank you for being part of my audience and feel free to support the show.  We will continue to bring quality information delivered in a way that one can easily understand and utilize.

Jerry hasn't been able to publish in awhile due to Covid.  In this brief segment he just tries to remind you that Covid is still alive and well, and with as cautious as he is, he was still able to get it.  Whereas Jerry is a firm believer in not recommending one way or the other on getting vaccinated, he wants you to do whatever you can to stay safe by knowing it's still alive and well a...

In this episode, Jerry discusses the principle of matching exercises to training levels.  Far too often, beginners or novices in the resistance training world are doing exercises they see in a book or online that are being performed by people more advanced than they are.  Not realizing that they're not ready to perform such exercises, they use them to little or no benefit.  This episode expre...

In this episode Jerry hits on the importance of controlling blood flow to the muscle and keeping it there as long as possible for oxygen and nutrients.   Support the show Thank you for being part of my audience and feel free to support the show.  We will continue to bring quality information delivered in a way that one can easily understand and utilize.

Just in case you missed it the first time around, Jerry wanted to make sure this lesson gets through to you, as that's how important it is.  Dedication, Determination, Desire, and Discipline are the 4 D's you should live by to be successful not only in your fitness, but in your life as well.  This episode is short, sweet, and to the point.  DON'T MISS IT!! Support the show Thank you...

As Jerry has taught from day one, the Mind Drives the Body.  In this episode,  Jerry discusses the intricacies of the Mind Muscle Connection and how to effectively utilize it to increase your gains in the gym.  One of the key aspects that Jerry points out is how important it is to initiate the movement with the target muscle and keep all the pressure and stress where it belongs. Enjoy the new gain...

In this episode, Jerry briefly discusses the difference between aerobic and anaerobic exercise.  Resistance training falls into the anaerobic category meaning that oxygen is one of the limiting factors in getting a good, intense workout.  He discusses how to maximize oxygen supply and its' effect on ATP production, giving you those few extra reps which can turn a good workout into a great wor...

I n this episode Jerry wanted to let his audience know that he'll be expanding into video come July so stay tuned.  Also on the menu in this episode is training tips for beginners and intermediates, focusing on how the get the most out of your workout.  Jerry deals specifically with full range motion and rep timing, two concepts he believes can take the trainee further faster. Support the sho...

In this episode, Jerry discusses overtraining and the hazardous effects that it can have.  He impresses on amateur bodybuilders that overtraining is more prevalent and misunderstood than one might think.   Overtraining comes with numerous negative effects, some of which are easily reversible and others that are more menacing.  At the end of this episode, feel free to email Jerry at "info@phaz...

In this episode, Jerry explains the difference between Super Sets and Giant Sets...two commonly confused terms in today's fitness world.  Both are ways to increase the intensity of your workouts to help maximize the time spent in the gym.  Tune into this episode to learn the differences between the two and how to specifically use each one to your benefit  Support the show Thank you for being...

In this episode Jerry discusses the importance of hydration and how to overcome not being thirsty even though you aren't getting your daily requirement of water.  Jerry gives a brief lesson on the necessity of hydration and it's impact on your training as well as your everyday life Support the show Thank you for being part of my audience and feel free to support the show.  We will contin...

In this episode, Jerry discusses the necessity of lateral movements to give you the width on top of thickness for a balanced physique.  Too often too much concentration is put on power and strength movements.  Those movements tend to create thickness, which is a great thing.  However, to round out the physique, it takes lateral movements that increase width.   Jerry clarifies the difference and ma...

In this FitBit Jerry wants to clear up any confusion about the Carb Window.  It’s a simple concept and he wants to make sure that you know the facets to be able to take advantage of this effective training tip. Support the show Thank you for being part of my audience and feel free to support the show.  We will continue to bring quality information delivered in a way that one can easily understand...

In this episode, Jerry takes the time to make sure you know what creatine is, how it works,  and where you need to be in your training to take full advantage of it.  Jerry wants to make sure you'll be able to maximize your gains and not just flush your money down the toilet, literally!   Support the show Thank you for being part of my audience and feel free to support the show.  We will conti...