Episodes

  • Hosts Connor and Josh talk to Dr. Mike Israetel who is the co-founder of Renaissance Periodization and Team Full ROM, Professor at Lehman College, PhD in Sport Physiology from East Tennessee State University, Jiu Jitsu Brown belt, and NPC Bodybuilder.

    Time Stamps:

    Introduction.-(01:00)Dr. Mike's funniest moment making a training video!-(02:04)Mike's process to attain his PhD.-(05:04)Sub-Analysis of college athletes.-(12:36)Sprinters and sport science.-(21:11)Majin Vegeta and Michael Jordan.-(24:03)Ben Patrick and knees over toes.-(27:18)Sled work for knee pain?-(34:41)Needs Analysis 101.-(38:03)Stimulus-to-Fatigue explained.-(41:30) Reps In Reserve(RIR).-(47:41)IFBB Pro advice.-(52:08)Dr. Mike's Jiu Jitsu and Bodybuilding combo.-(1:00:09)Josh's question about balancing PhD and a bodybuilding show.-(1:14:49)What Dr. Mike has coming up on the horizon.-(1:21:01)Jiu Jitsu and Fight talk.-(1:25:58)

    Reach Dr. MIke:

    https://rpstrength.com/team-member/mike-israetel-phd

    https://www.instagram.com/drmikeisraetel/?hl=en

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  • In this episode Connor and Josh talk with Adam Schafer about various ways to scale your Personal Training business such as adding value to your clients, online training, memberships, programs and MUCH MORE. There's also wise words of advice from Adam on how to be a leader and be successful. Adam is the perfect example of a successful personal trainer as he has trained over 1000+ people and had the ability to afford his own house in his early 20's. He is certified in IFPA, NSCF, and NESTA. Adam Schafer is also an IFBB Men's Physique PRO and is a host on the podcast MINDPUMP, which is the #1 fitness podcast in the world. His goal is to "Bridge the gap between wellness and performance". Adam loves real estate and property investment but most importantly his family; his wife Katrina and son Max.

    Enjoy!

    Time stamps:

    What was Adam's most Awkward Client and Mindpump Fan interaction?-(02:39)How can fitness professionals become rich by scaling their personal training business?-(08:19)How Adam and Mindpump promote their programs to make the most sales.-(19:56)Pursuing a pro card was a means to an end. -(37:00)What does becoming a LEADER mean to Adam? Given his background of a troubled household where he was forced to step up.-(48:55)Nobody should affect you emotionally, DEEP rooted insecurities.-(54:00)What's Adam has coming up on the horizon!!!-(57:45)Adam loves MINDPUMP Investments.-(61:15)Connor's proposal to Adam...(62:25)

    Reach Adam at:

    https://www.instagram.com/mindpumpadam/?hl=en

    Listen to Adam's podcast MINDPUMP:

    https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mind-pump-raw-fitness-truth/id954100822?mt=2

    Bio:

    https://www.mindpumpmedia.com/adam-bio

    Buy MINDPUMP Programs:

    https://www.mindpumpmedia.com/maps-fitness-products

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  • Connor and Josh discuss knees over toes training techniques, research, and how Dr. Brian Ziegler got to where he is now. Brian Ziegler is Physio-therapist, cyclist and ATG Practitioner. He currently lives in California practicing out of Keizer Permanente and works with "Knees Over Toes Guy" Ben Patrick on research for continuing to resolve knee pain and other common issues through exercise.

    Time Stamps:

    -Intro. (00:00-02:00)

    -How Brian got started in Physical Therapy? (03:40)

    -Backward Walking Cures KNEE PAIN. (42:45)

    Find Dr. Brian Ziegler:

    https://www.instagram.com/the_atg_clinician/

  • Today hosts Connor Burton and Josh Sargeant talk to Athletic Trainer Guido Van Ryssegem about how he got to where is now.

    Guido Van Ryssegem is owner and co-founder of Safe Recovery, LLC. He has been in clinical practice for 30+ years and has been working in the strength and conditioning arena for 35 years. Guido is a practitioner, professional faculty and guest presenter at Oregon State University, and has published in the Asian Journal of Martial Arts, Clinical Kinesiology and the International Journal Of Sports Physical Therapy. Guido is also a guest presenter for the University of Oregon, Western Oregon University, Athletes Performance -EXOS, Perform Better and the National Personal Trainers Institute, and other institutions. He has practiced for the Kansas City Royals, Texas Rangers and the Baltimore Orioles. His expertise extends to his own Kinetic Integrations Exercise Specialist Certification (KIEP). He is a board certified Athletic Trainer (ATC), Registered Nurse (RN) and Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) while also certified by the National Board of Fitness Examiners (NBFE).

    -Intro. (00:00)

    -Who is Guido Van Ryssegem and how did his journey start? (02:55)

    Find Guido:

    https://www.kineticintegrations.com/

    Guido's Instagram:

    https://www.instagram.com/vanryssegem/

  • In this episode Blue Collar Fitness hosts Connor Burton and Josh Sargeant sit down with Dr. Kyle Gillett Medical Director of Marek Health and college park functional medicine. He practices True Preventative medicine and Evidence-based practice for his patients while always prioritizing Health and longevity. He earned his medical degree at the University of Kansas school of medicine and additionally practiced at Cox family medicine. Today's topics range from why blood testing is important for anyone to how to apply synthetic hormones properly.

    Introducing Dr. Kyle Gillett! - (00:00-01:45)Dr. Kyle explains how he got into Family Medicine. -(01:45)What to look for in taking on a new patient. -(03:39)Preventing diseases by looking at risk factors. -(05:18)Frequent Comprehensive Labs for preventing diseases and death. -(07:10)How often to get blood work for Enhanced Bodybuilders. -(09:22)Blood labs for blasting and cruising; high tide & low tide. -(10:35)Runner's heart. -(12:00)Super TRT Assessments, IGF1 and it's enhancing properties. -(14:19)Metformin Mechanisms of action, and it's impact on IGF1. -(17:45)Cell turnover & Telomeres. -(19:32)SSRI's and Anti-Depressants. -(21:35)How Exercise Boosts Dopamine and Serotonin. -(23:50)HCG and Clomid for bodybuilders post cycle therapy. -(26:32)PCT for Fertility. -(27:48)NAC over the counter? -(30:39)How much dosage for NAC and Taurine? -(31:23)NEW INFORMATION HCG & HMG. (31:58)GNRH in relation to FSH & LH. -(36:00)Blood pressure, hematocrit, hemoglobin, lifting. -(38:40)Recommended blood testing for general population? -(40:17)Nutrient Partitioning and walking post meal. -(41:18-43:00)SLEEP. -(43:24)Thyroid Medications. -(45:27)Natural supplements for thyroid optimization. -(47:50)Safe Dose for DNP?-(51:39-54:45)What's on the horizon for Dr. Kyle? -(54:45)

    Reach Dr. Kyle here:

    https://linktr.ee/Kylegillettmd

    Marek Health: https://marekhealth.com/links/

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kylegillettmd/

  • In this episode Josh and Connor will go through the basic steps you need to do a cut in 14 weeks. This transformation focuses on nutrition as well as guidelines for exercise. Find out all you need to know about macros, choosing the right foods, how to shed fat, and MUCH MORE!

  • In this episode Josh and Connor interview Stu Sutherland and Ashley Hauser who are a couple who recently competed in a bodybuilding competition together; Stu recently won the overall Emerald Cup as an open bodybuilder which means he now is qualified to compete at a national level show. We discuss what his next big move is and how this couple got through a bodybuilding prep without ripping each other's head off. Enjoy the show!

    Ashley's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashleyy_hauser/

    Stu's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beef_stu_97/

  • In this episode Connor, Josh, Trevor and Dave talk about fitness in the news starting with Thor's(Chris Hemsworth) training Instagram post and training program then share techniques on how to build your hamstrings and different sections of your back.

    Our Client Review of Hypertrophy Program! -(01:11)Fitness in the News: Thor (Chris Hemsworth). -(09:54)Thor has no calves. (10:30)Personal Development. (16:12)Josh saw a ghost. - (19:14)Posterior Chain. - (30:39)Why and how Hamstrings compliment Glutes? - (34:34)How to build great Hammies with these exercises. - (39:58)Question by Doctor Jeff from Will Power Gym: How can I build different sections of my back and Lats? - (49:16)Dad Joke of the day (DJOTD)! - (1:00:24)Happy Birthday to our friend Nolan! - (1:01:36)OUTRO. - (1:02:54)

    Learn how to work your Posterior Chain here:

    https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeqKWpu1yi5_nCRZzIWlFWg/playlists

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  • In this episode Josh, Connor, Trevor, and Dave sit down and talk about 21 reasons why you’re not going to the gym. The Blue Collar Fitness team begin with fitness in the news and talk about the New York Pro and other topics then dive right into the 21 excuses to avoid getting your workout in.

    (01:00)- LIfe updates:

    (05:05)- Fitness in the news:

    (10:35)-Our Sponsor: ANDROGENIXSOLUTIONS

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    Blue Collar JobYou think you need a fully equipped gymUnnecessary spending on clothes etc. TransportationScared/IntimidatedPetsKidsSpouse doesn’t support you going to the gymToo tired from workThink it’ll make you bulkyAfraid to get judgedDon’t like crowdsDon't know what to do Most ridiculous excuse we’ve heard from past clientsRidiculous client excuse #2Ridiculous client excuse #3You find the gym boringDisability or injuryGyms closed? Create your home gym with our At Home workout programBad weather keeps you from walking to the gymtraffic?!

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  • In this Episode we discuss the best ways to get bigger and better shaped arms. Listen in for simple tips that have worked for us and our clients. 

    Arnold Classic Update! (05:14)Conor Murphy eating human fieces? (08:10)Dragon Ball Super Manga. (23:00)Curls for Biceps (32:00)Tricep Pressdowns and angles (33:58)Arms made easyChronic Dehydration client story? (42:50)How to build Your Arm Program. (46:10)Listener Question: Evan Curry. (49:54)

    Find our programs for bigger arms:

    https://bluecollarfitnesspodcast.com/

  • In this episode Connor, Dave, Josh, and Trevor interview Lee Priest who is a retired Australian Professional Bodybuilder known for having "Best Arms in Bodybuilding History", actor, drag racer, father, author of "Believe In Yourself" and is now offering coaching services, training programs, and apparel via his new business Lee Priest Cartel. We talked about a reoccurring theme of honesty and believing in yourself. First we talked to Lee about his favorite superheros from superman to the punisher, then shared his stories in competitive bodybuilding, talking steroids with young lifters, his honest upbringing, being banned from IFBB, drag racing, growing up with a homosexual father, consistency and passion in the gym, Gold's vs World's Gym in the 90's, and advice on bodybuilding prep for Connor. This episode goes down as one of the funniest of all time.

    Time Stamps:

    Welcome, all the way from Australia, the Blonde Myth...Lee Priest!which superhero would you be?(2:10)97' Olympia. (4:00)Paul Dillet choked Wayne DeMelia. (4:35-4:45)Lee Priest humor. (6:47)Lee versus Flex Lewis. (9:20)Would Flex beat Big Ramy?(10:47)Would Lee change his past training based on what he knows now? (12:31)Drug Talk w/ Kids. (15:00)Tom Platz Steroids Interview. (16:30)Lee's only missed 180 days of workouts in 35 years of lifting. (20:20)Mike 'O Hearn. (Tren)(20:20)Trevor touches on instant gratification. Not like that, not in a dirty way.(24:40)Connor asks how Lee's upbringing made him Honest.(27:20)Funny joke. (29:00)Lee's dad was Gay.(30:00)Funny joke. (31:00)Josh asks about IFBB and Muscle Tech controversy. (31:40)Lee cannot be paid to lie. (32:50)Mental Hamster. (34:09)IFBB Ban Story and PDI. (36:10)Gold vs. World's Gym with Arnold. (41:40)Cameraderie. (45:15)Shawn Ray. (49:38)Lee's advice for Connor. (52:38)Believe in Yourself. (52:38)What's on the horizon for Lee Priest? (1:09:10)Funny Moments. (1:11:35)Lee tried on some masks! (1:12:40)

    Train with Lee:

    https://leepriest.co/

    Read Believe In Yourself:

    https://www.amazon.com/Believe-Yourself-Lee-Priest-Story/dp/0473550369/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?dchild=1&keywords=Believe+in+Yourself+Lee+Priest+9780473549824&qid=1618966634&s=books&sr=1-1-fkmr0

    Get a Lee Priest t-Shirt or Poster:

    https://linktr.ee/LeePriest

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    https://bluecollarfitnesspodcast.com/

    People Mentioned:

    -Mike O'Hearn

    -Arnold Schwarzenegger

    -Paul Dillet

    -Flex Lewis

    -Big Ramy

    -Ian Valliere

    -Wayne DeMilia

    -Patrick Tour

  • "Remember to conduct yourself in life as if at a banquet. As something being passed around comes to you, reach out your hand and take a moderate helping. Does it pass you by? Don't stop it. It hasn't yet come? Don't burn in desire for it, but wait until it arrives in front of you. Act this way with children, a spouse, toward position, with wealth-one day it will make you WORTHY of a banquet with the gods."

    -Epictetus, Enchiridion, 15

    The Daily Stoic

    -by Ryan Holiday

    Lessons Learned:

    Gratitude

    Enjoying the present moment

    Avoiding Gluttony

    Selflessness

    Charity

  • In this episode Connor, Josh, Dave and Trevor interview Mark Bell, who is a father, husband, powerlifter, inventor of the Sling Shot, owner of Super Training Gym, author of the War On Carbs and People's Coach to thousands, talking about World Carnivore Month (January), How to be AUTHENTIC, His influence getting John Cena into professional wrestling, getting stronger made simple, Mark's mother being his #1 Fan and inspiration, the NEW INVENTION he has in the works, his own Blue Collar Fitness idea for us, and MUCH MORE. 

    World Carnivore Month. (02:46)Can Carnivore/Keto help your family? (08:16)How to be AUTHENTIC. (13:58)Mark influenced John Cena to do Professional Wrestling. (20:10)WithInYou. (26:28)How to increase your bench by Mark. (31:26)How does Mark train himself. (39:09)Trevor talks on soreness, fatigue, and gym routines. (46:03)What happens if you press on the gas pedal more often? (47: 49)Dieting is really really hard, but you know what's harder? (50:39)How we can be successful as a fitness podcast. (54:09)Mark asks us our 2021 goals. (1:01:14)How to be self-sufficient and observe goals before they're met. (1:02:59)Blue Collar Fitness idea from Mark...quite literally. (1:07:25)What's next in 2021? (1:09:31)Rosemary Bell. (1:11:12)Steak Shake. (1:17:34)

    Check Out Mark Bell's podcast The Power Project: https://lnk.to/PowerProjectPodcast

    https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mark-bells-power-project/id1341346059#episodeGuid=42bb0c93-837e-4fab-a409-910dcf03b6e0

    Mark’s Training Products & Biography:

    https://markbellslingshot.com/

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  • In this episode the Connor, Josh, Trevor, and Dave talk rest and recovery for blue collar workers, morning workouts for them early birds, why you should you approach workout sessions with a plan, why you would need to workout everyday, how long you should workout for, why vary your workouts to see results, how to get a 6-pack, and the NEW Hypertrophy Program!

    1 Month until Trevor's Wedding. (01:00)Q#1: How do you get proper rest and recovery as a blue collar worker? (02:27)Blue collar work story from Josh. (07:39)Inauguration. (12:49)Q#2: Do I need to workout everyday? (18:35)Q#3: How long do I need to workout for? (22:00)Q#4: Do I need to vary my workouts to see results? (26:00)Munchies story! (31:46)New Hypertrophy Program! (36:48)

    Reach Blue Collar Fitness at:

    https://bluecollarfitnesspodcast.com/

    Connor Burton:

    https://connorburtontraining.com/

    Josh Sargeant:

    http://joshsargeant.com/

    Dave Shepp:

    https://www.davesheppconsulting.com/

  • In this episode we talk Ian Russi, who is the Portland Timbers Performance Coach, about his experiences at Oregon State University with the Sports Performance Center, Youth Academy w/ the Timbers and seeing young athletes become pro, fascinating techniques, inspirational quotes and MUCH MORE.

    Ian Russi has been the professional performance coach for the Portland Timbers for 4 years and has contributed his talents in movement preparation to the younger generation in is Youth Academy. Ian gained knowledge working as Sports Performance Specialist at OSU and at EXOS. His company Vita Athlete is providing training content for big time athletes and house moms alike.

  • In this episode the guys go around and share New Year's Resolutions, How the NEW At Home Workout Program helped their clients, shaving backs in bodybuilding, a new seminar at Kabuki Strength gym, Trevor's Wedding, & MUCH MORE

    At Home Workout & Our Clients' Results. (01:43)Josh's New Year's Resolutions. (08:54)Connor's New Year's Resolutions. (10:43)Josh shaved Connor's back?? (13:35)Connor got hit on during a photoshoot? (15:15) Trevor's New Year's Resolutions. (17:24)Trevor's Hollistic Coaching. (20:45)NEW Hypertrophy Program. (25:46)Dave's New Year's Resolutions. (35:21)Josh's Mom does not have Cancer! (39:23)Kabuki Education Seminar for trainers with Guests Dr. Mike Israetel, Guido Van Ryssegem, and Joe DeFranco. (40:23)COVID vs WEDDING..who wins? (44:15)

    Purchase NEW Blue Collar Fitness Program Here:

    https://daveshepp.ck.page/products/bcf-at-home-workout-program

    People & Events Mentioned:

    Chris Duffin: https://kabukistrength.com/chris-duffin-bio/

    Dr. Mike Israetel: https://renaissanceperiodization.com/team-member/dr-mike-israetel

    Guido Van Ryssegem: https://www.facebook.com/vanryssg

    https://www.kineticintegrations.com/

    Joe DeFranco: https://www.defrancostraining.com/about/

    Borce Atanasov: http://borceatanasov.com/about/

    https://nxtlevel.fitness/pages/borce-atanasov

    Event Coming Up: https://www.kabukieducationweek.com/

  • In this episode Josh, Dave, Trevor, and Connor interview D1 Sports Performance Coach Izzy Batayola on how playing Softball at Oregon State University formed her passion for Strength & Conditioning, how she became a mentor to many and why she chooses her mentors, behind the scenes stories of college athletes, Izzy's success as a female in a male-dominated field, lifting philosophy, dealing with psychological issues for young athletes, favorite books and podcasts, & MUCH MORE. 

    Coaching at the D1 levelChallenges working in a male-dominated industrysome things you would tell yourself as a young athlete or coachInspirations and mentorsHow has playing softball been a formative experience for your life?Did your passion for strength and conditioning and Olympic weightlifting stem from playing softball for OSU? If so what's your favorite aspect?How would people who are non-athletes or general population benefit from exercises like medicine ball throws or tosses?
  • Update on Connor's bodybuilding lifestyledietsOvercoming obstaclesTrevor's TriumphsDave and personal powerJosh managed to overcome all odds and achieve his goalsQUESTION #1: by Emily Lennay. (45:14QUESTION #2: by Jessica Ashman. (46:21)

  • In this episode the guys talk about their favorite shows to watch during shutdown and why, where you can get resistance bands to stay fit during shutdown, and the ins and outs of the Blue Collar Fitness App and how it's helped a lot of people, Trevor's wedding, health choices at home, ass program, and MUCH MORE.

    Movies. (3:20)Dave is making gains. (7:15)Working out on our Blue Collar Fitness App. (15:00)Arnold Schwarzenegger and how he sold weight belts back in the 70's. (19:00)How to do pullups RIGHT at home. (27:00)Workouts at home. (40:00)Words of wisdom. by Trevor. (58:00)