The Jeff Nippard Podcast

In this episode, we host the most comprehensive Peak Week Roundtable available anywhere with contest prep coaches Cliff Wilson, Eric Helms and Jason Theobald.  We cover all facets of peak week including: - how and when to manipulate water, sodium and potassium - how and when to load carbs/fats - how to deal with "spill over" - how to adjust cardio and training during peak week - how to set up the...

In this episode Kamal Patel, director at Examine.com discusses with Jeff:   -the best pump/ pre workout supplement  -sleep aids that actually work -nootropics/ mood enhancing supplements -ways to re-sensitize to the effects of caffeine  -are there any natural testosterone boosters that work? -creatine: is timing important? -effect of mindfulness meditation on health -weird new supplements you have...

In this episode Kamal Patel, director at Examine.com discusses with Jeff:   -how to eat a healthy diet   -does red meat cause cancer?   -is too much protein bad for health? How much is "too much"?   -omega 6 to 3 ratio discussion   -should we be supplementing fish oil/omega 3's?   -is aspartame unsafe?   -are saturated fats unhealthy? What about trans fats?    -what is the role of a diet high in v...

In this episode, we cover Part 2 of my interview with Lyle McDonald. Topics covered include:  - Can you change your bodyfat set point?  - Is there value in reverse dieting to maintain a goal bodyweight? - What causes a "slow metabolism"? - Does metabolic damage exist? - Why ISN'T volume the most important factor for growth? - Maximum Recoverable Volume (MRV)  -Training frequency for hypertrophy &...

In this episode Lyle McDonald discusses with Jeff:   - Why do women tend to struggle with fat loss more than men? - Setting up the deficit with exercise vs caloric restriction - How to deal with water shifts in women & menstrual cycle overview - Refeeding: How frequent and for how long? - Psychological vs physiological effect of refeeds - Dealing with prolonged weight loss stalls - How to approach...

In this episode, we host the first ever Reverse Diet Debate featuring Eric Helms + Menno Henselmans (against) vs. Layne Norton + Peter Fitschen (for).  Topics covered include: - Opening statements and rebuttals - Defining "maintenance calories" - How does reverse dieting work in the absence of changes in body composition? - What are "adaptive metabolisms"? - Ad libitum and intuitive eating approac...

In this episode James Krieger, MSc discusses with Jeff:   -how many sets are best for maximizing hypertrophy? -is there a point at which adding more training volume is detrimental for gains? -how important is training to failure? -is it better to space volume out across the week with higher frequency training or have more per-session volume? -the value of relative vs absolute volume for hypertroph...

In this episode natural pro bodybuilder Doug Miller discusses with Jeff:   -why Doug chooses to compete naturally -will he ever go for an IFBB pro card? -Doug's favorite bodybuilding split -Doug's favorite rep ranges -training periodization -how often does he train to failure? -what are Doug's off-season macros? -supplementation: creatine, BCAAs, natural test boosters and more   ...and much more! ...

In this episode Menno Henselmans discusses with Jeff:   -how frequently should you train a bodypart? -the Norwegian Frequency Project and other research on training frequency -is it beneficial to periodize frequency across the training year? -the value in having dedicated arm days -the role of "the pump" in hypertrophic gains -how big is the anabolic window really?   ...and much more!    Intereste...

In this episode Brett Gibbs, Jp Cauchi and Josh Hancott discuss with Jeff:   -their individual powerlifting goals for 2016 -how often should you be max testing or AMRAP testing in training? -how to plan a competition year  -how much drug use is there in the IPF? -ammonia caps, music, imagery and other meet strategies -using "top sets" in training before volume work   ...and much more!    You can f...

In this episode 20 year old bodybuilding phenom Josh Vogel discusses with Jeff:   -the value of the mind-muscle connection -the best training frequency for bodybuilding -how to structure two-a-day training splits -should you be training to failure? -meal plans vs IIFYM in contest prep -"junk loading" in peak week   ...and much more!    You can find more from Josh here: Instagram: @vogelitis Facebo...

In this episode 2x junior powerlifting world champion JP Cauchi discusses with Jeff:   -why bigger is better in powerlifting -how much weight you should cut for a powerlifting meet -is it better to slowly cut bodyfat or rapidly cut water to get in a weigh class? -how to refeed and rehydrate after weighins  -how should you structure your last 4 weeks of training in a peaking cycle? -what should you...

In this episode 6x world champion drug-free bodybuilder Brian Whitacre discusses with Jeff and Robin:   -balancing family, work and bodybuilding -how to get really, truly shredded -Brian's experiences with Daily Undulating Periodization under the guidance of Dr. Mike Zourdos -Brian's macros -how long should your contest prep diet be? -Brian's favorite type of cardio ...and much more!    You can fi...

In this episode Online Coach and YouTuber Matty Fusaro discusses with Jeff and Robin:   -how to grow your social media online -growing your online coaching business -fitness vlogging -dealing with negative comments online -specific YouTube marketing strategies for growth    ...and much more!    You can find more from Matty here: Instagram: @mattyfusaro Facebook: www.facebook.com/FusaroFitness/   F...

In this episode contest PhD canditate and Pro Natural Bodybuilders Peter Fitschen discusses with Jeff and Robin:   -how hormone levels change as a result of natural bodybuilding -specific training, nutrition and supplementation strategies to keep muscle while dieting -optimal length of contest prep based on the research to get truly shredded -is it possible to change your setpoint? -how to reverse...

In this episode nutritionist Joseph Agu discusses with Jeff: -the pyramid/ hierarchy of importance for protein (as featured in Alan Aragon's research review) -casein before bed -how much protein you should eat per day -how many meals you should eat per day -BCAA supplementation -intermittent fasting -impact of protein quality ...and much more! You can find more from Joseph here: Facebook:  https:/...

In this episode contest prep coach Cliff Wilson discusses with Jeff and Robin:   -peak week strategies including Cliff's rapid backload approach -keys to getting rid of stubborn bodyfat -what is muscle maturity? -reverse dieting after a competition  -bringing up weakpoints -ketogenic dieting    ...and much more!    You can find more from Cliff here: Instagram: @cwteamwilson Facebook: https://www.f...

Jeff, Robin and Bryce discuss topics around measuring progress, dealing with injuries, sustainability and extrinsic vs intrinsic motivation.   

Jeff, Robin and Andrew delve into the anatomy and biocmechanics specific to the hamstrings and implications for training as well as EMG research and the hamstrings' involvement in a variety of exercises including the squat and deadlift.