Joe DeFranco's Industrial Strength Show
Episodes
Episode 72: Joe D's Pre & Post-Workout Nutrition/Supplementation Recommendations
04 Aug 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Joe starts this weeks podcast by sharing some bad news and some good news regarding #OperationRebuildJoeD. The rest of the show is dedicated to pre & ...
Episode 71: The 3 Most Undervalued Aspects of Programming
28 Jul 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Joe starts this weeks episode by explaining the podcasting "audio fiasco" he's been going through. He then attempts (for the third time) to begin this...
Episode 70: How To Prevent Injury, Benefits of "Med Ball Volleyball", Home Gym Essentials & More!
14 Jul 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Joe starts this weeks podcast by sharing some stories from last weekend's DVD shoot and the impact it had on #OperationRebuildJoeD. He then answers a ...
Episode 69: Summer's Here: Stay Lean by Avoiding 6 Common Mistakes!
07 Jul 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Joe starts this week's podcast by giving the audience an update on #OperationRebuildJoeD. He also shares the specifics of his current "post-cleanse" d...
Episode 68: Joe D. Plays Doctor?!
30 Jun 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In this weeks episode, Joe gives an update on #OperationRebuildJoeD and shares some highlights (and "lowlights") from his 2-week cleanse. Joe spends t...
Episode 67: Operation Rebuild JoeD Begins!
23 Jun 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In this weeks unique episode, Joe invites the audience to "be a fly on the wall" during his follow-up visit with Dr. Tom Bilella. During this visit, D...
Episode 66: Ask Joe D. ANYTHING! - Part 2
16 Jun 2016
Contributed by Lukas
On this weeks episode, Joe finishes answering the wide variety of Instagram and Facebook questions that he began answering last week. He also makes a ...
Episode 65: Ask Joe D. ANYTHING!
09 Jun 2016
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's episode, Joe answers a WIDE VARIETY of questions from his listeners. He is joined by Tristan and Jonny from the #VisionBoardPodcast. ...
Episode 64: Hacking the Dynamic-Effort Method for Hypertrophy GAINZ?!
02 Jun 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Joe begins this weeks show with a funny story connected to last weeks podcast. He then shares some details about his recent visit to Dr. Tom Bilella's...
EP 63: Dr. Tom Bilella talks Nutrition - One size fits nobody!
26 May 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In this weeks episode, Joe sits down with his longtime friend and nutrition guru - Dr. Tom Bilella. Topics of discussion include: The 40 nutrients you...
EP 62: Stephanie McMahon Interview
19 May 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In this weeks episode Joe sits down with WWE's Chief Brand Officer, Stephanie McMahon, to discuss a wide variety of topics. Here are just a few of the...
EP 61: Training Intensity vs. Stupidity & The Ultimate Post-Workout Routine!
12 May 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In this weeks episode, Joe D. takes to his Twitter account to answer 3 questions from his followers. TOPICS INCLUDE: The Role Your Emotional State Pla...
EP 60: Story Time with Joe D.
05 May 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In this weeks episode, Joe takes a trip down memory lane and shares 4 DeFranco's Gym stories that have never been told publicly. [FULL DISCLOSURE: T...
EP 59: The Secret to Running a Faster Mile
28 Apr 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Joe starts this weeks podcast by explaining why he's recording the show from his basement at 3:00am...he then answers questions from his listeners. TO...
EP 58: Death to the "Participation Trophy"!
21 Apr 2016
Contributed by Lukas
: In this week's episode, Joe answers YOUR training questions! TOPICS INCLUDE: Treadmill Sprints - The Good, Bad & Ugly; Effective uses of the "speed ...
EP 57: Best Methods for Improving Sport-Specific Agility
14 Apr 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In this weeks episode, Joe sets the record straight regarding the REAL way to improve an athlete's sport-specific agility! While listening to this pod...
EP 56: Triple H Podcast follow up
07 Apr 2016
Contributed by Lukas
After receiving an overwhelming amount of positive feedback from last weeks podcast with Triple H, Joe decides to answer some popular follow-up questi...
EP 55: Triple H talks Training, Low-Carb Dieting, Gym Lessons & More!
31 Mar 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In this weeks episode, Paul Levesque [more popularly known as "Triple H"] finally joins the Industrial Strength Show! Triple H is a 14-Time World He...
#52 17 Actionable Takeaways From My 1st Year of Podcast Guests
25 Feb 2016
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Joe celebrates his 1-Year "Podcastiversary" by reviewing his Top 17 Takeaways from the guests that appeared on the Industrial Strength Show...
#51 Should Women Train Differently Than Men? [Plus a HUGE Announcement]
18 Feb 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Joe kicks off this week's episode with a huge announcement regarding the future of the Industrial Strength Show! He then gets into today's training to...
#51 Should Women Train Differently Than Men? [Plus a HUGE Announcement]
18 Feb 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Joe kicks off this weeks episode with a huge announcement regarding the future of the Industrial Strength Show! He then gets into today's training top...
#50 The Great Periodization Debate! [Linear vs Conjugate]
11 Feb 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In this weeks episode, Joe clears up any confusion regarding the true meaning of the word periodization. He also gives a straightforward, understandab...
#49 How To Write Effective Training Programs
04 Feb 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In this weeks episode, Joe reveals the thought-process that goes into each and every program he designs. For the first time ever, he shares his "Top 6...
#48 BROseph DeFranco vs. "Real" Research - Static Stretching TRUTH Revealed!
28 Jan 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In this weeks episode, Joe discusses a recent NY Times article that revealed the "new" research on static stretching. (Simply put, the "new" research ...
#47 11 Common Speed Training Mistakes [Avoid These!]
21 Jan 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode, Joe reveals the 11 most common mistakes that prevent athletes from reaching their true speed potential. Avoiding these mistak...
#47 11 Common Speed Training Mistakes [Avoid These!]
21 Jan 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In this weeks episode, Joe reveals the 11 most common mistakes that prevent athletes from reaching their true speed potential. Avoiding these mistake...
#46 Epic Vertical Jump Q&A
14 Jan 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's podcast, Joe answers a wide variety of questions specifically directed towards vertical jump performance. Questions include the follow...
#46 Epic Vertical Jump Q&A
14 Jan 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's podcast, Joe answers a wide variety of questions specifically directed towards vertical jump performance. Questions include the followi...
#45 Preventing Hamstring Pulls & The TRUTH About Fasted Morning Cardio!
07 Jan 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In this first episode of 2016 Joe D. discusses TWO hot training topics! First, he reveals 5 of his tried-and-true methods for drastically reducing an ...
#45 Preventing Hamstring Pulls & The TRUTH About Fasted Morning Cardio!
07 Jan 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In this first episode of 2016 Joe D. discusses TWO hot training topics! First, he reveals 5 of his tried-and-true methods for drastically reducing an ...
#44 Why Your New Year's Resolution is Bullsh*t!
30 Dec 2015
Contributed by Lukas
In this final episode of 2015 Joe D. goes on an intense rant regarding New Year's Resolutions. He then reveals the ONE THING that will have the bigge...
#44 Why Your New Year's Resolution is Bullsh*t!
30 Dec 2015
Contributed by Lukas
In this final episode of 2015 Joe D. goes on an intense rant regarding New Year's Resolutions. He then reveals the ONE THING that will have the bigge...
#43 No Pain, No Gain? [The Truth About Muscle Soreness]
24 Dec 2015
Contributed by Lukas
In this special Christmas Spectacular edition of the Industrial Strength Show, Joe shares a holiday story and then answers 3 questions from his liste...
#42 Matt Mayberry interview - DOMINATE!
17 Dec 2015
Contributed by Lukas
In this weeks episode, Joe interviews pro football player turned motivational speaker & peak performance strategist - Matt Mayberry. Matt speaks candi...
#41 Meathead Manners, Traps Growin' Out Your Ears & Static Stretching Fears!
10 Dec 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Joe starts this week's show with a unique lesson in etiquette, aka, "meathead manners". After his 15 minute rant is complete, he discusses the follow...
#41 Meathead Manners, Traps Growin' Out Your Ears & Static Stretching Fears!
10 Dec 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Joe starts this weeks show with a unique lesson in etiquette, aka, "meathead manners". After his 15 minute rant is complete, he discusses the followi...
#40 Dave Tate talks Life After Powerlifting, Training Around Injuries & Business Longevity
03 Dec 2015
Contributed by Lukas
In this weeks episode, Joe sits down with Elitefts.com Founder & CEO - Dave Tate. Here's a glimpse at just a few of the topics that Dave discusse...
#39 Donnie Thompson Talks Strength, Mobility, Fatbells...and his cold, hard "Ex-Wife"!
25 Nov 2015
Contributed by Lukas
In this weeks episode, Joe sits down with the first man to ever total 3000 pounds in the sport of Powerlifting - Donnie Thompson! Besides being one of...
#38 How To Get Strong WITHOUT Gaining Weight
20 Nov 2015
Contributed by Lukas
In this weeks podcast, Joe shares his top tips and dirty tricks for getting athletes strong, without having them add any mass. [If you train wrestle...
#37 Jason Ferruggia Talks Training, Marketing, Business...and the Jersey Shore!
12 Nov 2015
Contributed by Lukas
In this weeks episode, Joe talks shop with fitness and life strategist - Jason Ferruggia. Here's a list of just a few of the [many] things that were d...
#36 10 [Popular] Exercises That Suck & How To Fix Them!
05 Nov 2015
Contributed by Lukas
In this weeks episode, Joe exposes 10 common exercises that suck [or can be problematic] and how you can make them better. Here's a list of the exerci...
#35 Uncommon Set/Rep Schemes Proven to Accelerate Gains!
29 Oct 2015
Contributed by Lukas
In this weeks episode, Joe helps you get out of the "3 sets of 10" rut by sharing some unique methods that'll make your training more fun and producti...
#34 The Champ is Here! [Interview w/ Charlie Guthrie, aka, Mr. STRONG BASTARD]
22 Oct 2015
Contributed by Lukas
In this weeks episode, Joe introduces the world to the very first "STRONG BASTARD 911 Transformation Challenge" winner - Charlie Guthrie. While listen...
#33 Strength Training for Endurance Athletes
15 Oct 2015
Contributed by Lukas
In this weeks episode, Joe explains how & why endurance athletes should be incorporating strength training into their physical preparation. While list...
#32 The ONE THING Everyone Should Know About STRENGTH & HYPERTROPHY
08 Oct 2015
Contributed by Lukas
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 t...
#31 In-Season Football Training...DeFranco-style!
01 Oct 2015
Contributed by Lukas
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...
#30 The TRUTH About Six-Pack Abs! [You've Been Lied To]
24 Sep 2015
Contributed by Lukas
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....
#29 10 Ways to Spot a Bad Personal Trainer!
17 Sep 2015
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
#28 Why Removing Olympic Lifts From Your Program Will Make Your Athletes MORE Explosive
10 Sep 2015
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
#27 The Strength Template that Improves Speed, The Secret to Staying Jacked While Traveling & The Thing Everyone Should Know About Overhead Pressing
03 Sep 2015
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
#26 Dr. Rhonda Patrick interview
27 Aug 2015
Contributed by Lukas
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 im...
#25 How to use Chains for Massive GAINZ!
20 Aug 2015
Contributed by Lukas
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 Tr...
#24 Upper Back Training Secrets to Avoid Shoulder Injuries & Increase Power!
13 Aug 2015
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
#23 How to Improve Power & Aerobic Endurance Simultaneously
06 Aug 2015
Contributed by Lukas
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 epis...
#22 Strong Bodies, Stronger MINDS - Life Lessons from DeFranco's Gym
30 Jul 2015
Contributed by Lukas
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...
#21 Mike Dolce interview - LIVE TO BE 120!
23 Jul 2015
Contributed by Lukas
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...
#20 Makin' GAINZ After Age 40
16 Jul 2015
Contributed by Lukas
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 golde...
#19 Joe D's interesting [but weird] CrossFit analogy
09 Jul 2015
Contributed by Lukas
In this weeks episode, Joe D. speaks on 6 different training topics. These topics include: Practical examples of how both Unconventional and T...
#18 Unconventional Training vs. Traditional Barbell Lifting
02 Jul 2015
Contributed by Lukas
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...
#17 Stuff You Didn't Know About Joe D!
25 Jun 2015
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
#16 Eric Cressey interview - Droppin' Bombs! (Baseball knowledge bombs)
18 Jun 2015
Contributed by Lukas
In this weeks episode, Joe interviews the president and co-founder of Cressey Sports Performance - Eric Cressey. Eric talks about his journey in the s...
#15 Joe D. Talks Strength!
11 Jun 2015
Contributed by Lukas
In this weeks episode, Joe D. discusses his favorite topic - STRENGTH! Specific areas of discussion include: Top 5 Reasons Most People Are Weak; The T...
#14 Joe D. Talks Speed!
04 Jun 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Joe dedicates this weeks entire show to answering YOUR questions on Speed Development. He shares his 20,000 hours worth of experience and knowledge o...
#13 Jill Miller interview
28 May 2015
Contributed by Lukas
In this weeks episode, Joe interviews Jill Miller - creator of the corrective exercise format "Yoga Tune Up®" and "The Roll Model Method®". You will...
#12 A Day in the Life of Joe D.
21 May 2015
Contributed by Lukas
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 ritual...
#11 Jim "Smitty" Smith Interview
14 May 2015
Contributed by Lukas
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 Passi...
#10 Lucy DeFranco Interview (Mother's Day special)
07 May 2015
Contributed by Lukas
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 th...
#9 Joe D. Answers 20 Questions!
30 Apr 2015
Contributed by Lukas
In this weeks episode, Joe's wife Ashley joins the show to ask Joe 20 questions that YOU wanted answered! Joe candidly speaks about everything from Co...
#8 - Eric LeGrand Interview
23 Apr 2015
Contributed by Lukas
This is the most powerful and inspirational Industrial Strength Show to date. In this weeks episode - Joe interviews former Rutgers football player ...
#7 Kelly Starrett Interview
16 Apr 2015
Contributed by Lukas
NY Times best-selling author Kelly Starrett joins Joe D. to discuss a wide variety of topics which include: The importance of being a "transparent" co...
#6 Welcome to the "Gun Show" (Guest Brian Cushing)
09 Apr 2015
Contributed by Lukas
The original poster child of DeFranco's Gym (Brian Cushing) sits down with Joe to discuss his off-season surgeries, changes in his training, rituals a...
#5 You Have To Have A Game Plan! (Guest Dave Diehl)
02 Apr 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Joe sits down with his 13-year client & friend - 2X Superbowl champ & former NY Giants All-Pro offensive lineman Dave Diehl. Dave shares a plethora o...
#4 Youth Training Guidelines, Narcissistic people and Bone-Crushing Grip Strength!
26 Mar 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Joe starts this podcast with an in-depth explanation of the guidelines that must be followed when training young athletes. George DeFranco then stops...
#3 Respect Is Number One (Guest George DeFranco)
19 Mar 2015
Contributed by Lukas
For the first time ever, Joe sits down and interviews his dad. Known for speaking his mind, George DeFranco gives a very candid interview, covering an...
#2 Addressing The Elephant In The Room!
12 Mar 2015
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Joe D. discusses the biggest obstacle he had to overcome when opening his original storage closet "gym". This leads to an epic rant ...
#1 Let's Get This Party Started
04 Mar 2015
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Joe D. discusses his vision for the podcast and explains the "Industrial Strength" lifestyle. He concludes the show with a 40-minute ...