Have you (or are you currently) following the way of the milky boys? Have you had a milky boy phase? It's okay, many if not most of us have been a milky boy. Check out the Barbell Logic podcast landing page. Milky Boys Have you decide to forego concerns about bodyfat, weight, waist, digestive health, time spent on the toilet, and any other fitness goals to pursue with reckless abandon the sweet, sweet call of the milky boys? It's okay - many of us have been there. You push the milk to push your weight up to push the weight on the bar. Bumping calories up a bit while ensuring you are consuming adequate protein and carbohydrates to support your goals? NAH - gallon of milk a day. This episode is about body image, sustainable nutrition, and coming to terms with what you ACTUALLY want. Skinny Boy to Milky Boy Andrew shares his two opposing experiences of - in high school and college - drastically reducing calories to lose weight. He was underfed, weak, and not feeling great. Spring forward, and it's time to squeeze every milk-fueled drop out of LP. He was overfed, strong, and not feeling great. Maybe these oppose each other, but like cowardice and rashness. You find the virtue in the mean. With the help of Gillian and Niki, when confronted with potential options for where to take his nutrition and training, Niki asked, "What would that feel like?" Milky Boy to Muscle Boy He thought about what that would actually look and feel like, and it was bad. What if the best way to lose weight was more gradual? What if, instead of going from mountain dew and pizza to chicken and broccoli, you took small, incremental, MED steps that helped you build habits along the way. For example, let's say for you alcohol is a non-negotiable and you find yourself averaging 35 drinks a week. Instead of going to 0, what about going to 20 or 25? What about reducing the amount, seeing how that feels, seeing how you and your body react, and readdressing this change (and what you'd like to do) after you've processed it? Scared of the Scale - Milky Boy Madness The scale can be a problem. You associate a picture, a time of your life, an image of your body, a level of performance with weight X. You want the body, the performance, the feeling. You need the habits to get you there. You don't actually care about the number that pops up each morning. You have to have a sanity check. Measuring waist can help. Monitoring lifting belt hole, how clothes fit, how you fit - these matter. Also consider how you've done with nutrition. If you look better, feel better, and have honestly been doing pretty well with nutrition, don't freak out about the scale. GET STARTED with one-on-one online coaching FOR FREE! Get your FIRST MONTH FREE on all strength and nutrition coaching plans. There's no contract and you can cancel anytime. Start experiencing strength now: https://bit.ly/3EJI18v   Connect with the hosts  Matt on Instagram Niki on Instagram Andrew on Instagram  Connect with the show  Barbell Logic on Instagram Podcast Webpage Barbell Logic on Facebook Or email podcast@barbell-logic.com 

Have you (or are you currently) following the way of the milky boys? Have you had a milky boy phase? It's okay, many if not most of us have been a milky boy. Check out the <a href="https://barbell-logic.com/podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic podcast landing page</a>. Milky Boys Have you decide to forego concerns about bodyfat, weight, waist, digestive health, time spent on the toilet, and any other fitness goals to pursue with reckless abandon the sweet, sweet call of the milky boys? It's okay - many of us have been there. You push the milk to push your weight up to push the weight on the bar. Bumping calories up a bit while ensuring you are consuming adequate protein and carbohydrates to support your goals? NAH - gallon of milk a day. This episode is about body image, <a href="https://youtu.be/2HgHOMhv_Ao" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">sustainable nutrition</a>, and coming to terms with what you ACTUALLY want. Skinny Boy to Milky Boy Andrew shares his two opposing experiences of - in high school and college - drastically reducing calories to lose weight. He was underfed, weak, and not feeling great. Spring forward, and it's time to squeeze every milk-fueled drop out of LP. He was overfed, strong, and not feeling great. Maybe these oppose each other, but like cowardice and rashness. You find the virtue in the mean. With the help of Gillian and Niki, when confronted with potential options for where to take his nutrition and training, Niki asked, "What would that feel like?" Milky Boy to Muscle Boy He thought about what that would actually look and feel like, and it was bad. What if the best way to lose weight was more gradual? What if, instead of going from mountain dew and pizza to chicken and broccoli, you took small, incremental, MED steps that helped you build habits along the way. For example, let's say for you alcohol is a non-negotiable and you find yourself averaging 35 drinks a week. Instead of going to 0, what about going to 20 or 25? What about reducing the amount, seeing how that feels, seeing how you and your body react, and readdressing this change (and what you'd like to do) after you've processed it? Scared of the Scale - Milky Boy Madness The scale can be a problem. You associate a picture, a time of your life, an image of your body, a level of performance with weight X. You want the body, the performance, the feeling. You need the habits to get you there. You don't actually care about the number that pops up each morning. You have to have a sanity check. Measuring waist can help. Monitoring lifting belt hole, how clothes fit, how you fit - these matter. Also consider how you've done with nutrition. If you look better, feel better, and have honestly been doing pretty well with nutrition, don't freak out about the scale. GET STARTED with one-on-one online coaching FOR FREE! Get your FIRST MONTH FREE on all strength and nutrition coaching plans. There's no contract and you can cancel anytime. Start experiencing strength now: <a href="https://bit.ly/3EJI18v" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/3EJI18v</a>  Connect with the hosts <ul> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/reynoldsstrong/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Matt on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/niki.in.the.gym/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Niki on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/andrewbarbender/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Andrew on Instagram</a></li> </ul> Connect with the show <ul> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/barbell_logic/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://barbell-logic.com/podcast/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Podcast Webpage</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/barbelllogiccoaching" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Facebook</a></li> <li>Or email <a href="mailto:podcast@barbell-logic.com" rel="noopener noreferrer">podcast@barbell-logic.com</a></li> </ul>

Milky Boys - Beast over Burden - #472

Pricing - it's a too often undiscussed, underexamined aspect of running a successful business and becoming a successful coach. Matt discusses how to set prices intelligently and intentionally. Andrew Jackson gave a talk on the business value equation, which you can watch here and learn more about  here. This podcast is brought to you by TurnKey Coach. Enhance your coaching effectiveness and efficiency with TurnKey Coach. You can learn more by going HERE. Check out the Barbell Logic podcast landing page.  Pricing in Your Market   Matt mentions the book  Monetizing Innovation: How Smart Companies Design the Product Around Price, which helped Barbell Logic think about, test, set, and change prices for its services. Price is crucial, but before there is a price there is someone who is paying that price (spending that amount of money) for the product or service. Who are those people are what problem of theirs are you solving? Who are your competitors in the market, already attempting to solve this product (if any)? As a coach, you may initially grab clients with a big net (i.e. whoever walks in your gym doors) but over time you will likely and should find that you have a niche. This niche may be a group you particularly like to coach, a demographic that for whatever reason seems drawn to your product or service, or one which you have an aptitude for. Own that niche, but be prepared to expand beyond it (while never forgetting it or continuing to serve it). Consider also the total addressable market (TAM). This is the entirety of the market you're addressing. For example, TurnKey Coach's niche is burnt out coaches, though it can also greatly aid burgeoning coaches. It's TAM, however, is anyone who coaches to any degree online. Pricing - Conceptualizing and Testing Remember, you're running a business. Discussing money and price can make people uncomfortable, but it's important. You need to provide more perceived value to your customers than the price. You need to dig down into the perceived value of your service and how people perceive the price. Your business needs to make money as well. You will likely want to test your service and pricing with alpha or beta testers. This might initially mean your family. Provide the service you plan to provide. Talk to these early clients about competitors they are or have used. Ask them the following questions (first about the competitor, then - once they've received your service - the same questions for your service).  What price are they / did they pay for the service? What is an acceptable price? What is an expensive price? What is a prohibitively expensive price?  Then, ask them how likely they are to buy the product, on a scale from 1-5. Only about 30% of the 5s will buy the service. Only about 10% of the 4s. 3s and belows will almost certainly not buy the service. Ask they why they would buy the service (or why not)? Ask the awkward conversations. You have likely charged these people nothing or a very low price, so just be honest that you're trying to improve your service and really want to hear what they valued (and what they did not). Lastly, when it comes to pricing, 1-2 prices is probably too few and 5-6 is probably too many (so 3-4 is probably right). GET STARTED with one-on-one online coaching FOR FREE! Get your FIRST MONTH FREE on all strength and nutrition coaching plans. There's no contract and you can cancel anytime. Start experiencing strength now: https://bit.ly/3EJI18v   Connect with the hosts  Matt on Instagram Niki on Instagram Andrew on Instagram  Connect with the show  Barbell Logic on Instagram Podcast Webpage Barbell Logic on Facebook Or email podcast@barbell-logic.com 

Pricing - it's a too often undiscussed, underexamined aspect of running a successful business and becoming a successful coach. Matt discusses how to set prices intelligently and intentionally. Andrew Jackson gave a talk on the business value equation, which you can watch <a href="https://youtu.be/JHvKmMsYmpo" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a> and learn more about <a href="https://barbell-logic.com/building-trust-coaching-value-equation/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> here</a>. This podcast is brought to you by TurnKey Coach. Enhance your coaching effectiveness and efficiency with TurnKey Coach. You can learn more by going <a href="https://turnkey.coach/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a>. Check out the <a href="https://barbell-logic.com/podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic podcast landing page.</a> Pricing in Your Market Matt mentions the book <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Monetizing-Innovation-Companies-Design-Product/dp/1536631078" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Monetizing Innovation: How Smart Companies Design the Product Around Price</a>, which helped Barbell Logic think about, test, set, and change prices for its services. Price is crucial, but before there is a price there is someone who is paying that price (spending that amount of money) for the product or service. Who are those people are what problem of theirs are you solving? Who are your competitors in the market, already attempting to solve this product (if any)? As a coach, you may initially grab clients with a big net (i.e. whoever walks in your gym doors) but over time you will likely and should find that you have a niche. This niche may be a group you particularly like to coach, a demographic that for whatever reason seems drawn to your product or service, or one which you have an aptitude for. Own that niche, but be prepared to expand beyond it (while never forgetting it or continuing to serve it). Consider also the total addressable market (TAM). This is the entirety of the market you're addressing. For example, TurnKey Coach's niche is burnt out coaches, though it can also greatly aid burgeoning coaches. It's TAM, however, is anyone who coaches to any degree online. Pricing - Conceptualizing and Testing Remember, you're running a business. Discussing money and price can make people uncomfortable, but it's important. You need to provide more perceived value to your customers than the price. You need to dig down into the perceived value of your service and how people perceive the price. Your business needs to make money as well. You will likely want to test your service and pricing with alpha or beta testers. This might initially mean your family. Provide the service you plan to provide. Talk to these early clients about competitors they are or have used. Ask them the following questions (first about the competitor, then - once they've received your service - the same questions for your service). <ul> <li>What price are they / did they pay for the service?</li> <li>What is an acceptable price?</li> <li>What is an expensive price?</li> <li>What is a prohibitively expensive price?</li> </ul> Then, ask them how likely they are to buy the product, on a scale from 1-5. Only about 30% of the 5s will buy the service. Only about 10% of the 4s. 3s and belows will almost certainly not buy the service. Ask they why they would buy the service (or why not)? Ask the awkward conversations. You have likely charged these people nothing or a very low price, so just be honest that you're trying to improve your service and really want to hear what they valued (and what they did not). Lastly, when it comes to pricing, 1-2 prices is probably too few and 5-6 is probably too many (so 3-4 is probably right). GET STARTED with one-on-one online coaching FOR FREE! Get your FIRST MONTH FREE on all strength and nutrition coaching plans. There's no contract and you can cancel anytime. Start experiencing strength now: <a href="https://bit.ly/3EJI18v" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/3EJI18v</a>  Connect with the hosts <ul> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/reynoldsstrong/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Matt on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/niki.in.the.gym/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Niki on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/andrewbarbender/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Andrew on Instagram</a></li> </ul> Connect with the show <ul> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/barbell_logic/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://barbell-logic.com/podcast/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Podcast Webpage</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/barbelllogiccoaching" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Facebook</a></li> <li>Or email <a href="mailto:podcast@barbell-logic.com" rel="noopener noreferrer">podcast@barbell-logic.com</a></li> </ul>

How to Set Prices - Coaching Success - #471

Invest in training and life to achieve your goals and find happiness and meaning. Andrew &amp; Niki explore how training - and other worthwhile pursuits - are investments and how you can conceptualize and weigh the worth of these investments. Check out the Barbell Logic podcast landing page. Conceptualizing in Investments What is an investments? Without looking at a dictionary, it's an input or sacrifice of something where the investor expects a greater result than the input. The investor gives something up for a future result that provides more value. We too often think only of money when it comes to investment. You can earn more money but never gain more time. When you spend money on a professional, such as a coach or service that helps you learn a skill, you are spending money to save time. If you train yourself you are coaching yourself. If you invest in the time to learn how to become a coach, that is an investment. If you fail to do this, you're probably a bad coach and will find you stall early. When you think about investments, you need to think about your deep whys. You should be investing time and money in things that are actually important to you, that bring you value. Invest in training if health, toughness, and strength are important to you. Andrew brings up 8 major elements of life in which you can invest:  things that help you become better at using your mind physical health emotional relational finances professional philosophy/religious/spiritual artistic (subcreation)  A good investment is important to you and should positively affect all or as many of the above as possible (sleep is a good example). Invest in Training and Life To train, you must spend time, effort, and money. You must set aside time to train. You must purchase equipment or a gym membership. If you decide to go ultra-rugged and not purchase any equipment, you need to spend some time finding heavy rocks and other creative ways to train productively using your bodyweight and what you can find. Training comes with pain. You must undergo discomfort to progress. If you don't train, however, you will experience the pain that comes with inactivity (the idea of beast over burden really gets after this). Investing in a coach is an investment of money that saves you time - both in terms of having to learn how to be a coach and likely following a more effective program and thus progressing faster toward your goals). Invest in training. Invest in life. GET STARTED with one-on-one online coaching FOR FREE! Get your FIRST MONTH FREE on all strength and nutrition coaching plans. There's no contract and you can cancel anytime. Start experiencing strength now: https://bit.ly/3EJI18v   Connect with the hosts  Matt on Instagram Niki on Instagram Andrew on Instagram  Connect with the show  Barbell Logic on Instagram Podcast Webpage Barbell Logic on Facebook Or email podcast@barbell-logic.com 

Invest in training and life to achieve your goals and find happiness and meaning. Andrew &amp; Niki explore how training - and other worthwhile pursuits - are investments and how you can conceptualize and weigh the worth of these investments. Check out the <a href="https://barbell-logic.com/podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic podcast landing page</a>. Conceptualizing in Investments What is an investments? Without looking at a dictionary, it's an input or sacrifice of something where the investor expects a greater result than the input. The investor gives something up for a future result that provides more value. We too often think only of money when it comes to investment. You can earn more money but never gain more time. When you spend money on a professional, such as a coach or service that helps you learn a skill, you are spending money to save time. If you train yourself you are coaching yourself. If you invest in the time to learn how to become a coach, that is an investment. If you fail to do this, you're probably a bad coach and will find you stall early. When you think about investments, you need to think about your deep whys. You should be investing time and money in things that are actually important to you, that bring you value. Invest in training if health, toughness, and strength are important to you. Andrew brings up 8 major elements of life in which you can invest: <ol> <li>things that help you become better at using your mind</li> <li>physical health</li> <li>emotional</li> <li>relational</li> <li>finances</li> <li>professional</li> <li>philosophy/religious/spiritual</li> <li>artistic (subcreation)</li> </ol> A good investment is important to you and should positively affect all or as many of the above as possible (sleep is a good example). Invest in Training and Life To train, you must spend time, effort, and money. You must set aside time to train. You must purchase equipment or a gym membership. If you decide to go ultra-rugged and not purchase any equipment, you need to spend some time finding heavy rocks and other creative ways to train productively using your bodyweight and what you can find. Training comes with pain. You must undergo discomfort to progress. If you don't train, however, you will experience the pain that comes with inactivity (the idea of beast over burden really gets after this). Investing in a coach is an investment of money that saves you time - both in terms of having to learn how to be a coach and likely following a more effective program and thus progressing faster toward your goals). Invest in training. Invest in life. GET STARTED with one-on-one online coaching FOR FREE! Get your FIRST MONTH FREE on all strength and nutrition coaching plans. There's no contract and you can cancel anytime. Start experiencing strength now: <a href="https://bit.ly/3EJI18v" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/3EJI18v</a>  Connect with the hosts <ul> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/reynoldsstrong/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Matt on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/niki.in.the.gym/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Niki on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/andrewbarbender/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Andrew on Instagram</a></li> </ul> Connect with the show <ul> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/barbell_logic/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://barbell-logic.com/podcast/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Podcast Webpage</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/barbelllogiccoaching" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Facebook</a></li> <li>Or email <a href="mailto:podcast@barbell-logic.com" rel="noopener noreferrer">podcast@barbell-logic.com</a></li> </ul>

Investing in Life & Training - Beast over Burden - #470

Matt describes how to build trust in your business value equation. This is a crucial aspect of running a successful business with clients who actually enjoy your product or service. Andrew Jackson gave a talk on this, which you can watch here and learn more about  here. This podcast is brought to you by TurnKey Coach. Enhance your coaching effectiveness and efficiency with TurnKey Coach. You can learn more by going HERE. Check out the Barbell Logic podcast landing page.  What is Trust and How Do You Increase It?   Trust, in the business value equation, is the difference between the client's perceived value and the price. Increasing this difference - increasing trust - leads to happy customers who do not want to leave. This lays the foundation for creating a successful business. How do you build trust as a coach (or really in any business)? Matt discusses three components.  ability integrity benevolence  Below, we define these and discuss how to boost each one, which ultimately grows trust.  How to Build Trust   Matt discusses useful short definitions of each of these that help you remember the difference.  ability - you can integrity - you do benevolence - do you care  Your ability is your expertise, your skill, your knowledge. People hire you in part because of this. You have the expertise, which they lack, to solve their problem. Of course, a friend or acquaintance may have recommended you. Your expertise played into this recommendation, but your integrity and benevolence did as well. Integrity should increase over time. Do you do what you say you will. Do you show up on time. You will make mistakes, so you must constantly build up your integrity account. A mistake is a withdrawal, so be intentional about building up this integrity after a mistake. Lastly, benevolence is that you care. As someone's coach, you should care more about your clients' training besides themselves. Benevolence also should increase over time. Your clients' perceptions of these is what matters. You might think you're a highly-skilled coach which high integrity and benevolence. If your clients think otherwise, you might want to reevaluate what you're doing. GET STARTED with one-on-one online coaching FOR FREE! Get your FIRST MONTH FREE on all strength and nutrition coaching plans. There's no contract and you can cancel anytime. Start experiencing strength now: https://bit.ly/3EJI18v   Connect with the hosts  Matt on Instagram Niki on Instagram Andrew on Instagram  Connect with the show  Barbell Logic on Instagram Podcast Webpage Barbell Logic on Facebook Or email podcast@barbell-logic.com 

Matt describes how to build trust in your <a href="https://barbell-logic.com/the-business-of-coaching-thriving/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">business value equation.</a> This is a crucial aspect of running a successful business with clients who actually enjoy your product or service. Andrew Jackson gave a talk on this, which you can watch <a href="https://youtu.be/JHvKmMsYmpo" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a> and learn more about <a href="https://barbell-logic.com/building-trust-coaching-value-equation/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> here</a>. This podcast is brought to you by TurnKey Coach. Enhance your coaching effectiveness and efficiency with TurnKey Coach. You can learn more by going <a href="https://turnkey.coach/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a>. Check out the <a href="https://barbell-logic.com/podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic podcast landing page.</a> What is Trust and How Do You Increase It? Trust, in the business value equation, is the difference between the client's perceived value and the price. Increasing this difference - increasing trust - leads to happy customers who do not want to leave. This lays the foundation for creating a successful business. How do you build trust as a coach (or really in any business)? Matt discusses three components. <ol> <li>ability</li> <li>integrity</li> <li>benevolence</li> </ol> Below, we define these and discuss how to boost each one, which ultimately grows trust. How to Build Trust Matt discusses useful short definitions of each of these that help you remember the difference. <ul> <li>ability - you can</li> <li>integrity - you do</li> <li>benevolence - do you care</li> </ul> Your ability is your expertise, your skill, your knowledge. People hire you in part because of this. You have the expertise, which they lack, to solve their problem. Of course, a friend or acquaintance may have recommended you. Your expertise played into this recommendation, but your integrity and benevolence did as well. Integrity should increase over time. Do you do what you say you will. Do you show up on time. You will make mistakes, so you must constantly build up your integrity account. A mistake is a withdrawal, so be intentional about building up this integrity after a mistake. Lastly, benevolence is that you care. As someone's coach, you should care more about your clients' training besides themselves. Benevolence also should increase over time. Your clients' perceptions of these is what matters. You might think you're a highly-skilled coach which high integrity and benevolence. If your clients think otherwise, you might want to reevaluate what you're doing. GET STARTED with one-on-one online coaching FOR FREE! Get your FIRST MONTH FREE on all strength and nutrition coaching plans. There's no contract and you can cancel anytime. Start experiencing strength now: <a href="https://bit.ly/3EJI18v" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/3EJI18v</a>  Connect with the hosts <ul> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/reynoldsstrong/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Matt on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/niki.in.the.gym/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Niki on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/andrewbarbender/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Andrew on Instagram</a></li> </ul> Connect with the show <ul> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/barbell_logic/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://barbell-logic.com/podcast/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Podcast Webpage</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/barbelllogiccoaching" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Facebook</a></li> <li>Or email <a href="mailto:podcast@barbell-logic.com" rel="noopener noreferrer">podcast@barbell-logic.com</a></li> </ul>

How to Build Trust - Coaching Success - #469

I broke my back...spinal. Is life over? No. Learn the training, lifestyle, and mindset adjustments to deal with back injuries. Check out the Barbell Logic podcast landing page. I Broke My Back...Oh No! Back pain and back injuries happen. Sometimes it's just the occasional tweak that goes away in a few days, or a short surprising sensation. Other times, it's debilitating, life-altering, and seems to redefine your life. Your back hurts when you do everyday activities like tying your shoes, going to the bathroom, or picking up your kid. Squatting and deadlifting are excruciating. You're in a large company. If you're reading this, we hope you've spent time lifting, so that you're strong, and your back is strong. Let's discuss how to deal with serious back pain. I Broke My Back...Lifting &amp; Movement Changes You'll have to come to terms with your programming changes over time. Do you simply have to reduce intensity and volume? Do you have to do variants on the deadlift and squat? Or, are deadlifting and squatting off the table for awhile. Whichever reality you find yourself in, it's okay. Programming will change, but keep exercising, working out, and pursuing health and quality of life. Keep training, don't stop. Look to prioritize difficult sets and don't get tied to the weight on the bar. Do what you can, acknowledging that movement almost always helps and gaining strength and muscle, insofar as you can, are good things. I Broke My Back...Lifestyle &amp; Mindset Changes What will matter more than sets and reps is your mindset. This hurts your identity as a lifter. You identified yourself as the person who can deadlift 500 or squat 315. That might not be the case for awhile (or, even ever again). Allow yourself to experience the emotions that come from the pain: fear, frustration, anger, sadness. Look to spend more time pursuing physical activity outside the gym. If there are things like walking, hiking, swimming that don't bother your back and that get you moving, these are great to maintain health but also to keep you active and healthy. Give yourself some leeway and time. If you go into the gym and it hurts so bad to do the planned workout, don't do the planned workout. You might call an audible. You might come back the next day and try again. It's a process. Progress won't be linear. It won't last forever (but if it does, this isn't the end of your life). GET STARTED with one-on-one online coaching FOR FREE! Get your FIRST MONTH FREE on all strength and nutrition coaching plans. There's no contract and you can cancel anytime. Start experiencing strength now: https://bit.ly/3EJI18v   Connect with the hosts  Matt on Instagram Niki on Instagram Andrew on Instagram  Connect with the show  Barbell Logic on Instagram Podcast Webpage Barbell Logic on Facebook Or email podcast@barbell-logic.com 

I broke my back...spinal. Is life over? No. Learn the training, lifestyle, and mindset adjustments to deal with back injuries. Check out the <a href="https://barbell-logic.com/podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic podcast landing page</a>. I Broke My Back...Oh No! Back pain and back injuries happen. Sometimes it's just the occasional tweak that goes away in a few days, or a short surprising sensation. Other times, it's debilitating, life-altering, and seems to redefine your life. Your back hurts when you do everyday activities like tying your shoes, going to the bathroom, or picking up your kid. Squatting and deadlifting are excruciating. You're in a large company. If you're reading this, we hope you've spent time lifting, so that you're strong, and your back is strong. Let's discuss how to deal with serious back pain. I Broke My Back...Lifting &amp; Movement Changes You'll have to come to terms with your programming changes over time. Do you simply have to reduce intensity and volume? Do you have to do variants on the deadlift and squat? Or, are deadlifting and squatting off the table for awhile. Whichever reality you find yourself in, it's okay. Programming will change, but keep exercising, working out, and pursuing health and quality of life. Keep training, don't stop. Look to prioritize difficult sets and don't get tied to the weight on the bar. Do what you can, acknowledging that movement almost always helps and gaining strength and muscle, insofar as you can, are good things. I Broke My Back...Lifestyle &amp; Mindset Changes What will matter more than sets and reps is your mindset. This hurts your identity as a lifter. You identified yourself as the person who can deadlift 500 or squat 315. That might not be the case for awhile (or, even ever again). Allow yourself to experience the emotions that come from the pain: fear, frustration, anger, sadness. Look to spend more time pursuing physical activity outside the gym. If there are things like walking, hiking, swimming that don't bother your back and that get you moving, these are great to maintain health but also to keep you active and healthy. Give yourself some leeway and time. If you go into the gym and it hurts so bad to do the planned workout, don't do the planned workout. You might call an audible. You might come back the next day and try again. It's a process. Progress won't be linear. It won't last forever (but if it does, this isn't the end of your life). GET STARTED with one-on-one online coaching FOR FREE! Get your FIRST MONTH FREE on all strength and nutrition coaching plans. There's no contract and you can cancel anytime. Start experiencing strength now: <a href="https://bit.ly/3EJI18v" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/3EJI18v</a>  Connect with the hosts <ul> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/reynoldsstrong/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Matt on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/niki.in.the.gym/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Niki on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/andrewbarbender/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Andrew on Instagram</a></li> </ul> Connect with the show <ul> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/barbell_logic/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://barbell-logic.com/podcast/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Podcast Webpage</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/barbelllogiccoaching" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Facebook</a></li> <li>Or email <a href="mailto:podcast@barbell-logic.com" rel="noopener noreferrer">podcast@barbell-logic.com</a></li> </ul>

I Broke My Back...Spinal - Beast over Burden - #468

Matt describes your business value equation, its components, and how you can improve your business value equation.   This is an important concept for understanding your business conceptually and keeping the big picture in mind.   This podcast is brought to you by TurnKey Coach. Enhance your coaching effectiveness and efficiency with TurnKey Coach. You can learn more by going HERE. Check out the Barbell Logic podcast landing page. What is the Business Value Equation?  Imagine 3 drinking straws that meet at the top. They're fanned out so one goes left in the bottom, one down in the middle, and the third to the right.   Let's look at these straws just as you would a graph, with things on the left having less and things on the right more.   The one on the left is the cost of running your business. The one in the middle is the price to the customer. The difference is profit. If the price is below the cost, then you're losing money.   Importantly, however, the one on the right is the perceived value of your service or product by the customer. While it seems obvious, your customers must perceive that you're they're receiving more value than the cost they're being charged.    Improve Your Business Value Equation   Remember that coaching is a luxury good. While we all know it can transform lives and greatly improve quality of life, it is not absolutely necessary like food. Because of this, you and your business must provide value to your customers (and work to increase that value).   There are 3 ways to provide value:   Provide extreme value &amp; high efficacy in support of client's goals Building trust, showing excellence through the following: ability, integrity, benevolence Obsess over efficiency &amp; dollars per hour without sacrificing service  Setting prices is challenging and important, and Matt will discuss that in a future episode. That being said, what you want to do is fans these straws out more by moving cost to the left and perceived value to the right.   Lower your costs (time &amp; money) by improving efficiency.   Improve the value of your service - get better, add something to the service that does not cost much, get a better idea of what your customers want.   Hopefully this helped you learn how to improve your business value equation. Matt will go more in depth on each part of this in future podcasts.    You can purchase Rebel Allocator  here.  GET STARTED with one-on-one online coaching FOR FREE! Get your FIRST MONTH FREE on all strength and nutrition coaching plans. There's no contract and you can cancel anytime. Start experiencing strength now: https://bit.ly/3EJI18v   Connect with the hosts  Matt on Instagram Niki on Instagram Andrew on Instagram  Connect with the show  Barbell Logic on Instagram Podcast Webpage Barbell Logic on Facebook Or email podcast@barbell-logic.com 

Matt describes your <a href="https://barbell-logic.com/the-business-of-coaching-thriving/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">business value equation</a>, its components, and how you can improve your business value equation.  This is an important concept for understanding your business conceptually and keeping the big picture in mind.  This podcast is brought to you by TurnKey Coach. Enhance your coaching effectiveness and efficiency with TurnKey Coach. You can learn more by going <a href="https://turnkey.coach/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a>. Check out the <a href="https://barbell-logic.com/podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic podcast landing page.</a> What is the Business Value Equation? Imagine 3 drinking straws that meet at the top. They're fanned out so one goes left in the bottom, one down in the middle, and the third to the right.  Let's look at these straws just as you would a graph, with things on the left having less and things on the right more.  The one on the left is the cost of running your business. The one in the middle is the price to the customer. The difference is profit. If the price is below the cost, then you're losing money.  Importantly, however, the one on the right is the perceived value of your service or product by the customer. While it seems obvious, your customers must perceive that you're they're receiving more value than the cost they're being charged.    Improve Your Business Value Equation   Remember that coaching is a luxury good. While we all know it can transform lives and greatly improve quality of life, it is not absolutely necessary like food. Because of this, you and your business must provide value to your customers (and work to increase that value).  There are 3 ways to provide value:  <ol> <li>Provide extreme value &amp; high efficacy in support of client's goals</li> <li>Building trust, showing excellence through the following: ability, integrity, benevolence</li> <li>Obsess over efficiency &amp; dollars per hour without sacrificing service</li> </ol> Setting prices is challenging and important, and Matt will discuss that in a future episode. That being said, what you want to do is fans these straws out more by moving cost to the left and perceived value to the right.  Lower your costs (time &amp; money) by improving efficiency.  Improve the value of your service - get better, add something to the service that does not cost much, get a better idea of what your customers want.  Hopefully this helped you learn how to improve your business value equation. Matt will go more in depth on each part of this in future podcasts.    You can purchase Rebel Allocator <a href="https://www.abebooks.com/servlet/BookDetailsPL?bi=31385081518&amp;ref_=ps_ggl_18382194370&amp;cm_mmc=ggl-_-US_Shopp_Trade0to10-_-product_id=COM9781732688322USED-_-keyword=&amp;gclid=CjwKCAjwtuOlBhBREiwA7agf1lsntOO2kYLMQY0ao_CBDRtgKoXxy-YVAdVJ6ce93moFWq8nrMDuMRoCeTkQAvD_BwE" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> here</a>.  GET STARTED with one-on-one online coaching FOR FREE! Get your FIRST MONTH FREE on all strength and nutrition coaching plans. There's no contract and you can cancel anytime. Start experiencing strength now: <a href="https://bit.ly/3EJI18v" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/3EJI18v</a>  Connect with the hosts <ul> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/reynoldsstrong/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Matt on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/niki.in.the.gym/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Niki on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/andrewbarbender/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Andrew on Instagram</a></li> </ul> Connect with the show <ul> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/barbell_logic/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://barbell-logic.com/podcast/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Podcast Webpage</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/barbelllogiccoaching" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Facebook</a></li> <li>Or email <a href="mailto:podcast@barbell-logic.com" rel="noopener noreferrer">podcast@barbell-logic.com</a></li> </ul>

Improve Your Business Value Equation - Coaching Success - #467

Hypertrophy: life after 5s. Is it real? Can we really pursue muscle growth over weight on the bar. How does programming change? Why do people make this shift? Will you have to change your wardrobe? Andrew &amp; Niki answer these and many more questions. Check out the Barbell Logic podcast landing page. Hypertrophy: Life After 5s For many, after some time (often a couple years) of pursuing strength above all other adaptations, grinding away on heavy weights in the 1-5 rep range, the sweet call of hypertrophy whispers softly on the wind: "hypertrophy, hypertrophy." Do you answer the call? Yes, yes you do. Pursuing muscle growth is a reprioritization in training, that still follows the basic idea of simple, hard, effective. It means more sets close to failure, and a greater amount of stress from accessory lifts (and maybe...gasp...machines). Hypertrophy: life after 5s...it can mean a new wardrobe, more food, different rep ranges, different exercises. Learn more, and come learn the way of the beefcake. GET STARTED with one-on-one online coaching FOR FREE! Get your FIRST MONTH FREE on all strength and nutrition coaching plans. There's no contract and you can cancel anytime. Start experiencing strength now: https://bit.ly/3EJI18v   Connect with the hosts  Matt on Instagram Niki on Instagram Andrew on Instagram  Connect with the show  Barbell Logic on Instagram Podcast Webpage Barbell Logic on Facebook Or email podcast@barbell-logic.com 

Hypertrophy: life after 5s. Is it real? Can we really pursue muscle growth over weight on the bar. How does programming change? Why do people make this shift? Will you have to change your wardrobe? Andrew &amp; Niki answer these and many more questions. Check out the <a href="https://barbell-logic.com/podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic podcast landing page</a>. Hypertrophy: Life After 5s For many, after some time (often a couple years) of pursuing strength above all other adaptations, grinding away on heavy weights in the 1-5 rep range, the sweet call of hypertrophy whispers softly on the wind: "hypertrophy, hypertrophy." Do you answer the call? Yes, yes you do. Pursuing muscle growth is a reprioritization in training, that still follows the basic idea of simple, hard, effective. It means more sets close to failure, and a greater amount of stress from <a href="https://youtu.be/8itJihxbgQc" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">accessory lifts</a> (and maybe...gasp...machines). Hypertrophy: life after 5s...it can mean a new wardrobe, more food, different rep ranges, different exercises. Learn more, and come learn the way of <a href="https://barbell-logic.com/the-beefcake/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">the beefcake</a>. GET STARTED with one-on-one online coaching FOR FREE! Get your FIRST MONTH FREE on all strength and nutrition coaching plans. There's no contract and you can cancel anytime. Start experiencing strength now: <a href="https://bit.ly/3EJI18v" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/3EJI18v</a>  Connect with the hosts <ul> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/reynoldsstrong/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Matt on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/niki.in.the.gym/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Niki on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/andrewbarbender/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Andrew on Instagram</a></li> </ul> Connect with the show <ul> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/barbell_logic/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://barbell-logic.com/podcast/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Podcast Webpage</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/barbelllogiccoaching" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Facebook</a></li> <li>Or email <a href="mailto:podcast@barbell-logic.com" rel="noopener noreferrer">podcast@barbell-logic.com</a></li> </ul>

Hypertrophy: Life After 5s - Beast over Burden - #466

Matt explains, in detail, how to start your own business. Seriously, you can be a business owner today following these steps. This podcast is brought to you by TurnKey Coach. Enhance your coaching effectiveness and efficiency with TurnKey Coach. You can learn more by going HERE. Here is Matt's presentation on  how to officially start a business. Check out the Barbell Logic podcast landing page. How to Start A Business This applies to starting a business in the United States. If you're in another country, the specific details differ. That being said, find out what those simple steps are, and go crush them. There are 3 steps to start a business in the United States.  File an Articles of Organization in your state (LLC) Get an Employer Identification Number (EIN) Open a business bank account  File an Articles of Organization in You State Do this online, not on paper, to avoid delays. To begin, Google search "Articles of Organization + [your state]." When sorting through the results, make sure it's the Secretary of State official government website (e.g. .sos.mo.gov). You may need to Register as an Agent with your State (free). Do a quick business name search (in State) for conflicting names. You likely should also search the  US Trademark Office. "Register a Business" or file "Articles or Organization for a Limited Liability Company." You just completed Step 1. Get an Employer Identification Number (EIN) This is essentially a Social Security Number for your business. Go to  this website. Click on "Apply Online Now" and answer the questions. It's easy, free, and fast. Don't overthink or stress out about the questions - just answer them to the best of your abilities. Step 2 is done (that was fast)! Open a Business Bank Account Pretty much all you need to complete this step are documents from the first 2 steps. Gather your Articles of Organization, EIN, personal identification, and maybe an Operating Agreement. You should only need an operating agreement if you have a partner. That being said, you can use this template. An operating agreement answers simple questions about ownership percentages, initial personal investment, etc. Again - don't overthink it. Answer to the best of your abilities. Matt recommends setting this business account up with a local bank. Why!? Because to a local bank, you can be an actual person whom they've met. This may help, if you need to acquire a loan or some other issue arises. Okay, you've completed step 3. You're a business owner. Using Your Business Bank Account Once you have the account open, deposit all coaching revenue into this account. All business and business-related expenses should be spent from the business bank account (tax free - these expenses come right off your income so that you don't pay taxes on that income). Below are some business expenses:  Equipment (lifting gear) Travel Mileage Car used specifically for business Laptop for online coaching Internet for online coaching Business meals (50% tax free) Marketing expenses  Additionally, if you have a home gym and/or home office that square footage is tax deductible each year for things like utilities and renovations. If you are a sole proprietor, you may pay yourself anything you want out of the business bank account (best practice is to write a check with "payroll" in the memo line for easier accounting). GET STARTED with one-on-one online coaching FOR FREE! Get your FIRST MONTH FREE on all strength and nutrition coaching plans. There's no contract and you can cancel anytime. Start experiencing strength now: https://bit.ly/3EJI18v   Connect with the hosts  Matt on Instagram Niki on Instagram Andrew on Instagram  Connect with the show  Barbell Logic on Instagram Podcast Webpage Barbell Logic on Facebook Or email podcast@barbell-logic.com 

Matt explains, in detail, how to start your own business. Seriously, you can be a business owner today following these steps. This podcast is brought to you by TurnKey Coach. Enhance your coaching effectiveness and efficiency with TurnKey Coach. You can learn more by going <a href="https://turnkey.coach/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a>. Here is Matt's presentation on <a href="https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1yN2Kh51wdYGekO_BTe9FqfNiSADQTScU6mqFX-grTwU/edit?usp=sharing" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> how to officially start a business</a>. Check out the <a href="https://barbell-logic.com/podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic podcast landing page.</a> How to Start A Business This applies to starting a business in the United States. If you're in another country, the specific details differ. That being said, find out what those simple steps are, and go crush them. There are 3 steps to start a business in the United States. <ol> <li>File an Articles of Organization in your state (LLC)</li> <li>Get an Employer Identification Number (EIN)</li> <li>Open a business bank account</li> </ol> File an Articles of Organization in You State Do this online, not on paper, to avoid delays. To begin, Google search "Articles of Organization + [your state]." When sorting through the results, make sure it's the Secretary of State official government website (e.g. .sos.mo.gov). You may need to Register as an Agent with your State (free). Do a quick business name search (in State) for conflicting names. You likely should also search the <a href="https://tmsearch.uspto.gov/bin/gate.exe?f=tess&amp;state=4810:9iyau9.1.1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> US Trademark Office</a>. "Register a Business" or file "Articles or Organization for a Limited Liability Company." You just completed Step 1. Get an Employer Identification Number (EIN) This is essentially a Social Security Number for your business. Go to <a href="https://www.irs.gov/businesses/small-businesses-self-employed/apply-for-an-employer-identification-number-ein-online" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> this website</a>. Click on "Apply Online Now" and answer the questions. It's easy, free, and fast. Don't overthink or stress out about the questions - just answer them to the best of your abilities. Step 2 is done (that was fast)! Open a Business Bank Account Pretty much all you need to complete this step are documents from the first 2 steps. Gather your Articles of Organization, EIN, personal identification, and maybe an Operating Agreement. You should only need an operating agreement if you have a partner. That being said, you can use <a href="https://legaltemplates.net/form/llc-operating-agreement/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">this template</a>. An operating agreement answers simple questions about ownership percentages, initial personal investment, etc. Again - don't overthink it. Answer to the best of your abilities. Matt recommends setting this business account up with a local bank. Why!? Because to a local bank, you can be an actual person whom they've met. This may help, if you need to acquire a loan or some other issue arises. Okay, you've completed step 3. You're a business owner. Using Your Business Bank Account Once you have the account open, deposit all coaching revenue into this account. All business and business-related expenses should be spent from the business bank account (tax free - these expenses come right off your income so that you don't pay taxes on that income). Below are some business expenses: <ul> <li>Equipment (lifting gear)</li> <li>Travel</li> <li>Mileage</li> <li>Car used specifically for business</li> <li>Laptop for online coaching</li> <li>Internet for online coaching</li> <li>Business meals (50% tax free)</li> <li>Marketing expenses</li> </ul> Additionally, if you have a home gym and/or home office that square footage is tax deductible each year for things like utilities and renovations. If you are a sole proprietor, you may pay yourself anything you want out of the business bank account (best practice is to write a check with "payroll" in the memo line for easier accounting). GET STARTED with one-on-one online coaching FOR FREE! Get your FIRST MONTH FREE on all strength and nutrition coaching plans. There's no contract and you can cancel anytime. Start experiencing strength now: <a href="https://bit.ly/3EJI18v" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/3EJI18v</a>  Connect with the hosts <ul> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/reynoldsstrong/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Matt on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/niki.in.the.gym/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Niki on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/andrewbarbender/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Andrew on Instagram</a></li> </ul> Connect with the show <ul> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/barbell_logic/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://barbell-logic.com/podcast/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Podcast Webpage</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/barbelllogiccoaching" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Facebook</a></li> <li>Or email <a href="mailto:podcast@barbell-logic.com" rel="noopener noreferrer">podcast@barbell-logic.com</a></li> </ul>

How to Start Your Own Business - Coaching Success#465

Sustainable over optimal - keep this in mind with your fitness, nutrition, and other self-improvement plans. Sustainability is more important than optimization. Check out the Barbell Logic podcast landing page. Sustainable over Optimal Too much ink has been spilled over the perfect weightlifting program, best powerlifting programming, optimal bodybuilding program. What most people find, with rare exception, is that the optimal program does not work with the realities of their life and goals. They may, for awhile, grind away at these programs and hit PRs, but they find they're spending less time with their families, they're dreading their workouts, and when major life events pop up they don't see how they can continue training. Now, to be clear, if you find yourself in a situation where you can commit the time and effort needed to pursue optimal, and you enjoy this type of training, go for it. Too many people see the time and effort required to train from those discussing optimal programs, and don't realize how effective time-constrained programs can be. We come to sustainable over optimal. Sustainability over Perfection Life events often reveal one's dislike for the sacrifices optimal training requires. For example, a new child, a move, a change in jobs - something like this can really illuminate that the current programming paradigm cannot be sustained. Are you enjoying your training or nutrition? Can you still pursue other important goals, or have those moved to the wayside in the singular pursuit of PRs. Sustainable over optimal programs means really identifying your available time and preferences. You choose ways to train that do not detract from your desired lifestyle. You began training to improve quality of life - if training is tarnishing your desired lifestyle, it's time for a change. Pursue sustainable over optimal lifting, nutrition, and self-improvement approaches. This is the key to accomplishing your goals - all of them. GET STARTED with one-on-one online coaching FOR FREE! Get your FIRST MONTH FREE on all strength and nutrition coaching plans. There's no contract and you can cancel anytime. Start experiencing strength now: https://bit.ly/3EJI18v   Connect with the hosts  Matt on Instagram Niki on Instagram Andrew on Instagram  Connect with the show  Barbell Logic on Instagram Podcast Webpage Barbell Logic on Facebook Or email podcast@barbell-logic.com 

Sustainable over optimal - keep this in mind with your fitness, nutrition, and other self-improvement plans. Sustainability is more important than optimization. Check out the <a href="https://barbell-logic.com/podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic podcast landing page</a>. Sustainable over Optimal Too much ink has been spilled over the perfect weightlifting program, best powerlifting programming, optimal bodybuilding program. What most people find, with rare exception, is that <a href="https://youtu.be/3-rXW1qkGZM" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">the optimal program does not work</a> with the realities of their life and goals. They may, for awhile, grind away at these programs and hit PRs, but they find they're spending less time with their families, they're dreading their workouts, and when major life events pop up they don't see how they can continue training. Now, to be clear, if you find yourself in a situation where you can commit the time and effort needed to pursue optimal, and you enjoy this type of training, go for it. Too many people see the time and effort required to train from those discussing optimal programs, and don't realize how effective time-constrained programs can be. We come to sustainable over optimal. Sustainability over Perfection Life events often reveal one's dislike for the sacrifices optimal training requires. For example, a new child, a move, a change in jobs - something like this can really illuminate that the current programming paradigm cannot be sustained. Are you enjoying your training or nutrition? Can you still pursue other important goals, or have those moved to the wayside in the singular pursuit of PRs. Sustainable over optimal programs means really identifying your available time and preferences. You choose ways to train that do not detract from your desired lifestyle. You began training to improve quality of life - if training is tarnishing your desired lifestyle, it's time for a change. Pursue sustainable over optimal lifting, nutrition, and self-improvement approaches. This is the key to accomplishing your goals - all of them. GET STARTED with one-on-one online coaching FOR FREE! Get your FIRST MONTH FREE on all strength and nutrition coaching plans. There's no contract and you can cancel anytime. Start experiencing strength now: <a href="https://bit.ly/3EJI18v" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/3EJI18v</a>  Connect with the hosts <ul> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/reynoldsstrong/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Matt on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/niki.in.the.gym/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Niki on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/andrewbarbender/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Andrew on Instagram</a></li> </ul> Connect with the show <ul> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/barbell_logic/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://barbell-logic.com/podcast/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Podcast Webpage</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/barbelllogiccoaching" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Facebook</a></li> <li>Or email <a href="mailto:podcast@barbell-logic.com" rel="noopener noreferrer">podcast@barbell-logic.com</a></li> </ul>

Sustainable > Optimal - Beast over Burden - #464

Be a person of action. Act now, begin that idea today, so that your big idea doesn't stay stuck in your head - this is the key to success. Matt Reynolds kicks off the first Coaching Success podcast. This podcast will primarily address topics relating to things that lead to you being a successful coach, businessperson, and person. This podcast is brought to you by TurnKey Coach. Enhance your coaching effectiveness and efficiency with TurnKey Coach. You can learn more by going HERE. Check out the Barbell Logic podcast landing page. Be a Person of Action Many, if not most people, have ideas for businesses they want to start, books they want to write, fitness habits they want to begin, and more. Too many - likely most - of these remain stuck in people's heads because they never take the first step. Don't be one of those people. Be a person of action. Act now. Take the first step. Do something concrete that progresses you toward your goal being made a reality. The biggest hurdle to your goal is the first hurdle. That is why you need to start now, and if not now, today. Seriously, stop reading or listening, think about your goal, and take that first action today. Standard Operating Procedures One thing that empowers success and limits wasted time is writing standard operating procedures. Writing a standard operating procedure might be your first step. Matt, in his efforts to expand his gym, wrote a standard operating procedure for how to clean the gym. He had to first, of course, understand what was needed to clean the gym. This SOP, however, empowered him to hire someone to clean the gym, enabling Matt to focus on more important aspects of the business. Be a person of action - get this done today. You could write an SOP for nightly chores for your kids. Write an SOP for your morning routine. Write an SOP for packing your gym bag. This saves time and mental effort, allowing you to focus time and energy on more important things. Coaching Success Writing SOPs and actually taking those first steps liberates you. You've been stuck in inaction and dreaming, and nothing has gotten done. Move toward that goal you've been wanting to accomplish. Write the SOP that frees up your time so you can begin that important project. Also, consider what events fill your time. If you spend most of your time with unimportant, nonurgent tasks, you need to stop. Family is important, not urgent. Television is neither important nor urgent. Stopping your kid from running out into the busy street is important and urgent. Another work email is likely urgent, not important. GET STARTED with one-on-one online coaching FOR FREE! Get your FIRST MONTH FREE on all strength and nutrition coaching plans. There's no contract and you can cancel anytime. Start experiencing strength now: https://bit.ly/3EJI18v   Connect with the hosts  Matt on Instagram Niki on Instagram Andrew on Instagram  Connect with the show  Barbell Logic on Instagram Podcast Webpage Barbell Logic on Facebook Or email podcast@barbell-logic.com 

Be a person of action. Act now, begin that idea today, so that your big idea doesn't stay stuck in your head - this is the key to success. Matt Reynolds kicks off the first Coaching Success podcast. This podcast will primarily address topics relating to things that lead to you being a successful coach, businessperson, and person. This podcast is brought to you by TurnKey Coach. Enhance your coaching effectiveness and efficiency with TurnKey Coach. You can learn more by going <a href="https://turnkey.coach/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a>. Check out the <a href="https://barbell-logic.com/podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic podcast landing page.</a> Be a Person of Action Many, if not most people, have ideas for businesses they want to start, books they want to write, fitness habits they want to begin, and more. Too many - likely most - of these remain stuck in people's heads because they never take the first step. Don't be one of those people. Be a person of action. Act now. Take the first step. Do something concrete that progresses you toward your goal being made a reality. The biggest hurdle to your goal is the first hurdle. That is why you need to start now, and if not now, today. Seriously, stop reading or listening, think about your goal, and take that first action today. Standard Operating Procedures One thing that empowers success and limits wasted time is writing standard operating procedures. Writing a standard operating procedure might be your first step. Matt, in his efforts to expand his gym, wrote a standard operating procedure for how to clean the gym. He had to first, of course, understand what was needed to clean the gym. This SOP, however, empowered him to hire someone to clean the gym, enabling Matt to focus on more important aspects of the business. Be a person of action - get this done today. You could write an SOP for nightly chores for your kids. Write an SOP for your morning routine. Write an SOP for packing your gym bag. This saves time and mental effort, allowing you to focus time and energy on more important things. Coaching Success Writing SOPs and actually taking those first steps liberates you. You've been stuck in inaction and dreaming, and nothing has gotten done. Move toward that goal you've been wanting to accomplish. Write the SOP that frees up your time so you can begin that important project. Also, consider what events fill your time. If you spend most of your time with unimportant, nonurgent tasks, you need to stop. Family is important, not urgent. Television is neither important nor urgent. Stopping your kid from running out into the busy street is important and urgent. Another work email is likely urgent, not important. GET STARTED with one-on-one online coaching FOR FREE! Get your FIRST MONTH FREE on all strength and nutrition coaching plans. There's no contract and you can cancel anytime. Start experiencing strength now: <a href="https://bit.ly/3EJI18v" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/3EJI18v</a>  Connect with the hosts <ul> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/reynoldsstrong/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Matt on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/niki.in.the.gym/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Niki on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/andrewbarbender/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Andrew on Instagram</a></li> </ul> Connect with the show <ul> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/barbell_logic/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://barbell-logic.com/podcast/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Podcast Webpage</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/barbelllogiccoaching" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Facebook</a></li> <li>Or email <a href="mailto:podcast@barbell-logic.com" rel="noopener noreferrer">podcast@barbell-logic.com</a></li> </ul>

Be a Person of Action - Coaching Success#463

Join expert voices from Barbell Logic and others from the world of strength for resources to help you get strong for life. Get coaching options and more educational content at barbell-logic.com.

Matt is cool. Scott believes he’s much more intelligent than he is.

Stick to sports

I really enjoy this podcast lots of great information on barbell training, life, and Whiskey.

Great podcast!

Join expert voices from Barbell Logic and others from the world of strength for resources to help you get strong for life. Get coaching options and more educational content at <a href="http://barbell-logic.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">barbell-logic.com</a>.

Barbell Logic

To quote Rip, "it's common to want what we cannot have." And let's be real, we all want abs. Or at least a flatter stomach. Yet many of us approach the barbell as novices with a little (or a lot) extra body fat, leaving us with seemingly conflicting goals: get stronger, or lose weight? It is in fact possible to get stronger and reduce your waistline at the same time, however it takes proper nutrition, intelligent programming, and a realistic mindset about the length of time it takes to make lasting change.   Got a question for Matt and Scott? Email us at questions@barbell-logic.com and we'll answer your question on an upcoming Saturday Q&amp;A!   Discounts  Get club coaching from the skilled interns at Barbell Logic Online Coaching -- just $79 for your first month! Use the discount code TEAMCLUB at checkout. Limited to 30 spots so sign up now! Use discount code LOGIC to save 10% off microplates, dumbbell microplates, and more at Microgainz Use discount code LOGIC to save $10 off belts and more at Dominion Strength  Connect With Matt  Matt on Instagram Barbell Logic Online Coaching — Matt’s website Matt on Facebook Matt on Twitter Connect With Scott  Scott on Instagram Silver Strength – Scott’s website Scott on Facebook Scott on Twitter Connect With the Show  Barbell Logic on Twitter Barbell Logic on Instagram The Website Barbell Logic on Facebook barbelllogicpodcast@gmail.com 

To quote Rip, "it's common to want what we cannot have." And let's be real, we all want abs. Or at least a flatter stomach. Yet many of us approach the barbell as novices with a little (or a lot) extra body fat, leaving us with seemingly conflicting goals: get stronger, or lose weight? It is in fact possible to get stronger and reduce your waistline at the same time, however it takes proper nutrition, intelligent programming, and a realistic mindset about the length of time it takes to make lasting change. Got a question for Matt and Scott? Email us at <a href="mailto:question@barbell-logic.com">questions@barbell-logic.com</a> and we'll answer your question on an upcoming Saturday Q&amp;A! Discounts <ol> <li>Get club coaching from the skilled interns at <a href="https://barbell-logic.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic Online Coaching</a> -- just $79 for your first month! Use the discount code TEAMCLUB at checkout. Limited to 30 spots so sign up now!</li> <li>Use discount code LOGIC to save 10% off microplates, dumbbell microplates, and more at <a href="https://www.microgainz.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Microgainz</a></li> <li>Use discount code LOGIC to save $10 off belts and more at <a href="https://www.dominionstrengthtraining.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dominion Strength</a></li> </ol> Connect With Matt <ul> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/reynoldsstrong/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Matt on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://barbell-logic.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic Online Coaching — Matt’s website</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/ReynoldsStrong/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Matt on Facebook</a></li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/ReynoldsSTRONG" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Matt on Twitter</a> Connect With Scott </li> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/scott_silverstrength/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Scott on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.silver-strength.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Silver Strength – Scott’s website</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/SilverStrengthOk/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Scott on Facebook</a></li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/ssilverstrength" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Scott on Twitter</a> Connect With the Show </li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/Barbell_Logic" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Twitter</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/barbell_logic/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://startingstrengthonlinecoaching.com/barbell-logic-podcast/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Website</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/barbelllogicpodcast/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Facebook</a></li> <li><a href="mailto:barbelllogicpodcast@gmail.com">barbelllogicpodcast@gmail.com</a></li> </ul>

#194 - Shedding Body Fat During LP

Matt and Scott are back with another round of Thursday Q&amp;A. If you'd like to ask Matt and Scott a question, email questions@barbell-logic.com and we'll feature you on a future Q&amp;A episode!   Discounts  Never buy toilet paper again! Save 10% off any bidet or bidet accessory from Tushy by going to: https://hellotushy.com/logic Want to try online coaching for FREE? Email experience@barbell-logic.com for a free trial of Barbell Logic Online Coaching. You'll get feedback on your technique and programming from a Barbell Logic coach, and see what the fuss is all about!    Connect With Matt  Matt on Instagram Barbell Logic Online Coaching — Matt’s website Matt on Facebook Matt on Twitter Connect With Scott  Scott on Instagram Silver Strength – Scott’s website Scott on Facebook Scott on Twitter Connect With the Show  Barbell Logic on Twitter Barbell Logic on Instagram The Website Barbell Logic on Facebook barbelllogicpodcast@gmail.com 

Matt and Scott are back with another round of Thursday Q&amp;A. If you'd like to ask Matt and Scott a question, email <a href="mailto:questions@barbell-logic.com">questions@barbell-logic.com</a> and we'll feature you on a future Q&amp;A episode! Discounts <ol> <li>Never buy toilet paper again! Save 10% off any bidet or bidet accessory from Tushy by going to: <a href="https://hellotushy.com/logic" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://hellotushy.com/logic</a></li> <li>Want to try online coaching for FREE? Email <a href="mailto:experience@barbell-logic.com">experience@barbell-logic.com</a> for a free trial of Barbell Logic Online Coaching. You'll get feedback on your technique and programming from a Barbell Logic coach, and see what the fuss is all about!</li> </ol> Connect With Matt <ul> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/reynoldsstrong/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Matt on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://barbell-logic.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic Online Coaching — Matt’s website</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/ReynoldsStrong/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Matt on Facebook</a></li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/ReynoldsSTRONG" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Matt on Twitter</a> Connect With Scott </li> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/scott_silverstrength/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Scott on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.silver-strength.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Silver Strength – Scott’s website</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/SilverStrengthOk/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Scott on Facebook</a></li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/ssilverstrength" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Scott on Twitter</a> Connect With the Show </li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/Barbell_Logic" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Twitter</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/barbell_logic/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://startingstrengthonlinecoaching.com/barbell-logic-podcast/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Website</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/barbelllogicpodcast/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Facebook</a></li> <li><a href="mailto:barbelllogicpodcast@gmail.com">barbelllogicpodcast@gmail.com</a></li> </ul>

#313 - Thursday Q&A #46: Testosterone and Body Fat, Hole Spacing, Lifting After Major Weight Loss, & More!

Matt and Scott are back with another round of Thursday Q&amp;A. If you'd like to ask Matt and Scott a question, email questions@barbell-logic.com and we'll feature you on a future Q&amp;A episode!   Discounts  Want to try online coaching for FREE? Email experience@barbell-logic.com for a free trial of Barbell Logic Online Coaching. You'll get feedback on your technique and programming from a Barbell Logic coach, and see what the fuss is all about!    Connect With Matt  Matt on Instagram Barbell Logic Online Coaching — Matt’s website Matt on Facebook Matt on Twitter Connect With Scott  Scott on Instagram Silver Strength – Scott’s website Scott on Facebook Scott on Twitter Connect With the Show  Barbell Logic on Twitter Barbell Logic on Instagram The Website Barbell Logic on Facebook barbelllogicpodcast@gmail.com 

Matt and Scott are back with another round of Thursday Q&amp;A. If you'd like to ask Matt and Scott a question, email <a href="mailto:questions@barbell-logic.com">questions@barbell-logic.com</a> and we'll feature you on a future Q&amp;A episode! Discounts <ol> <li>Want to try online coaching for FREE? Email <a href="mailto:experience@barbell-logic.com">experience@barbell-logic.com</a> for a free trial of Barbell Logic Online Coaching. You'll get feedback on your technique and programming from a Barbell Logic coach, and see what the fuss is all about!</li> </ol> Connect With Matt <ul> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/reynoldsstrong/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Matt on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://barbell-logic.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic Online Coaching — Matt’s website</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/ReynoldsStrong/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Matt on Facebook</a></li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/ReynoldsSTRONG" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Matt on Twitter</a> Connect With Scott </li> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/scott_silverstrength/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Scott on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.silver-strength.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Silver Strength – Scott’s website</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/SilverStrengthOk/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Scott on Facebook</a></li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/ssilverstrength" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Scott on Twitter</a> Connect With the Show </li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/Barbell_Logic" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Twitter</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/barbell_logic/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://startingstrengthonlinecoaching.com/barbell-logic-podcast/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Website</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/barbelllogicpodcast/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Facebook</a></li> <li><a href="mailto:barbelllogicpodcast@gmail.com">barbelllogicpodcast@gmail.com</a></li> </ul>

#286 - Thursday Q&A #41: Coronavirus, Prioritizing Macros when Gaining Weight, Training after Laminectomy, & More!

In Getting Started #2, Matt and Scott discussed the big picture of getting strong, which occurs by lifting progressively heavier weights over time. Since this is Barbell Logic, you guessed it... we accomplish this progressive method of strength training using barbells.   Though there are thousands of different exercises we could do in the gym, barbell training comprises just four exercises, the so-called "Big Lifts." These compound movements -- the squat, press, deadlift, and bench press -- should make up 90% of any athlete's strength program, regardless of their level of advancement.   Matt and Scott explain why these lifts are simple, hard, and most importantly, brutally effective at building strength.   Have a question about training? Send a question to Matt and Scott! Email us at questions@barbell-logic.com and we'll answer your question on an upcoming Saturday Q&amp;A!    Discounts  Want to try online coaching for FREE? Email experience@barbell-logic.com for a free trial of Barbell Logic Online Coaching. You'll get feedback on your technique and programming from a Barbell Logic coach, and see what the fuss is all about! Do you have trouble with the bar rolling down your back on squats? You need A7's patented bar grip shirt. Even kyphotic guys like Scott can keep the bar on the back with it. A7 is always rolling out new clothing and gear, too, so head over to their store to see what's new. Need a(nother) lifting belt? Dominion Belts makes the best belts in the business, and Barbell Logic listeners can save $10 off any purchase by using the discount code LOGIC.      Connect With Matt  Matt on Instagram Barbell Logic Online Coaching — Matt’s website Matt on Facebook Matt on Twitter Connect With Scott  Scott on Instagram Silver Strength – Scott’s website Scott on Facebook Scott on Twitter Connect With the Show  Barbell Logic on Twitter Barbell Logic on Instagram The Website Barbell Logic on Facebook barbelllogicpodcast@gmail.com 

In Getting Started #2, Matt and Scott discussed the big picture of getting strong, which occurs by lifting progressively heavier weights over time. Since this is Barbell Logic, you guessed it... we accomplish this progressive method of strength training using barbells. Though there are thousands of different exercises we could do in the gym, barbell training comprises just four exercises, the so-called "Big Lifts." These compound movements -- the squat, press, deadlift, and bench press -- should make up 90% of any athlete's strength program, regardless of their level of advancement. Matt and Scott explain why these lifts are simple, hard, and most importantly, brutally effective at building strength. Have a question about training? Send a question to Matt and Scott! Email us at <a href="mailto:question@barbell-logic.com">questions@barbell-logic.com</a> and we'll answer your question on an upcoming Saturday Q&amp;A!  Discounts <ol> <li>Want to try online coaching for FREE? Email <a href="mailto:experience@barbell-logic.com">experience@barbell-logic.com</a> for a free trial of Barbell Logic Online Coaching. You'll get feedback on your technique and programming from a Barbell Logic coach, and see what the fuss is all about!</li> <li>Do you have trouble with the bar rolling down your back on squats? You need A7's patented bar grip shirt. Even kyphotic guys like Scott can keep the bar on the back with it. A7 is always rolling out new clothing and gear, too, so <a href="https://a7.co/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">head over to their store to see what's new</a>.</li> <li>Need a(nother) lifting belt? <a href="https://www.dominionstrengthtraining.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dominion Belts</a> makes the best belts in the business, and Barbell Logic listeners can save $10 off any purchase by using the discount code LOGIC.</li> </ol> Connect With Matt <ul> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/reynoldsstrong/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Matt on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://barbell-logic.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic Online Coaching — Matt’s website</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/ReynoldsStrong/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Matt on Facebook</a></li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/ReynoldsSTRONG" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Matt on Twitter</a> Connect With Scott </li> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/scott_silverstrength/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Scott on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.silver-strength.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Silver Strength – Scott’s website</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/SilverStrengthOk/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Scott on Facebook</a></li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/ssilverstrength" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Scott on Twitter</a> Connect With the Show </li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/Barbell_Logic" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Twitter</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/barbell_logic/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://startingstrengthonlinecoaching.com/barbell-logic-podcast/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Website</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/barbelllogicpodcast/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Facebook</a></li> <li><a href="mailto:barbelllogicpodcast@gmail.com">barbelllogicpodcast@gmail.com</a></li> </ul>

#246 - Getting Started #3: Mastering the Big Four (Squat, Press, Bench, Deadlift)

Once you've made the decision and started training instead of exercising, it doesn't take long to realize the average commercial "globo gym" is woefully inadequate for productive barbell training. Waiting to use the squat rack while someone finishes their high-rep curl set, poor quality barbells, dodecagonal plates, not being allowed to use chalk -- these are just a few of the reasons that most trainees at Barbell Logic choose to build a home gym.   With a modest outlay, you can equip a home gym with high quality equipment that will allow you to continue getting strong for years, and will last long enough to hand down to your children. In addition to the gym equipment, you will also need a few key pieces of personal equipment.   The Gym What you need:  Barbell Plates Microplates A rack -- commonly known as a power rack, squat rack, or sometimes a power "cage" Bench Platform    Personal Equipment Both home gym lifters and commercial gym-goers will need:  Weightlifting shoes Belt Wrist wraps (optional) Lifting straps (optional) Knee sleeves (optional)    Some of the brands we like and mentioned on this podcast:  Rogue Fitness Rep Fitness Microgainz A7 International Dominion Belts Fringe Sport Nike / Adidas / Reebok / Rogue Do-Win (for shoes)      Have a question about training? Send a question to Matt and Scott! Email us at questions@barbell-logic.com and we'll answer your question on an upcoming Saturday Q&amp;A!    Discounts  Want to try online coaching for FREE? Email experience@barbell-logic.com for a free trial of Barbell Logic Online Coaching. You'll get feedback on your technique and programming from a Barbell Logic coach, and see what the fuss is all about! Do you have trouble with the bar rolling down your back on squats? You need A7's patented bar grip shirt. Even kyphotic guys like Scott can keep the bar on the back with it. A7 is always rolling out new clothing and gear, too, so head over to their store to see what's new. Need a(nother) lifting belt? Dominion Belts makes the best belts in the business, and Barbell Logic listeners can save $10 off any purchase by using the discount code LOGIC.      Connect With Matt  Matt on Instagram Barbell Logic Online Coaching — Matt’s website Matt on Facebook Matt on Twitter Connect With Scott  Scott on Instagram Silver Strength – Scott’s website Scott on Facebook Scott on Twitter Connect With the Show  Barbell Logic on Twitter Barbell Logic on Instagram The Website Barbell Logic on Facebook barbelllogicpodcast@gmail.com 

Once you've made the decision and started training instead of exercising, it doesn't take long to realize the average commercial "globo gym" is woefully inadequate for productive barbell training. Waiting to use the squat rack while someone finishes their high-rep curl set, poor quality barbells, dodecagonal plates, not being allowed to use chalk -- these are just a few of the reasons that most trainees at Barbell Logic choose to build a home gym. With a modest outlay, you can equip a home gym with high quality equipment that will allow you to continue getting strong for years, and will last long enough to hand down to your children. In addition to the gym equipment, you will also need a few key pieces of personal equipment. The Gym What you need: <ul> <li>Barbell</li> <li>Plates</li> <li>Microplates</li> <li>A rack -- commonly known as a power rack, squat rack, or sometimes a power "cage"</li> <li>Bench</li> <li>Platform</li> </ul> Personal Equipment Both home gym lifters and commercial gym-goers will need: <ul> <li>Weightlifting shoes</li> <li>Belt</li> <li>Wrist wraps (optional)</li> <li>Lifting straps (optional)</li> <li>Knee sleeves (optional)</li> </ul> Some of the brands we like and mentioned on this podcast: <ul> <li><a href="https://www.roguefitness.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Rogue Fitness</a></li> <li><a href="https://repfitness.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Rep Fitness</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.microgainz.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Microgainz</a></li> <li><a href="https://a7.co" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">A7 International</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.dominionstrengthtraining.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dominion Belts</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.fringesport.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Fringe Sport</a></li> <li>Nike / Adidas / Reebok / Rogue Do-Win (for shoes)</li> </ul> Have a question about training? Send a question to Matt and Scott! Email us at <a href="mailto:question@barbell-logic.com">questions@barbell-logic.com</a> and we'll answer your question on an upcoming Saturday Q&amp;A!  Discounts <ol> <li>Want to try online coaching for FREE? Email <a href="mailto:experience@barbell-logic.com">experience@barbell-logic.com</a> for a free trial of Barbell Logic Online Coaching. You'll get feedback on your technique and programming from a Barbell Logic coach, and see what the fuss is all about!</li> <li>Do you have trouble with the bar rolling down your back on squats? You need A7's patented bar grip shirt. Even kyphotic guys like Scott can keep the bar on the back with it. A7 is always rolling out new clothing and gear, too, so <a href="https://a7.co/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">head over to their store to see what's new</a>.</li> <li>Need a(nother) lifting belt? <a href="https://www.dominionstrengthtraining.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dominion Belts</a> makes the best belts in the business, and Barbell Logic listeners can save $10 off any purchase by using the discount code LOGIC.</li> </ol> Connect With Matt <ul> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/reynoldsstrong/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Matt on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://barbell-logic.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic Online Coaching — Matt’s website</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/ReynoldsStrong/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Matt on Facebook</a></li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/ReynoldsSTRONG" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Matt on Twitter</a> Connect With Scott </li> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/scott_silverstrength/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Scott on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.silver-strength.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Silver Strength – Scott’s website</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/SilverStrengthOk/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Scott on Facebook</a></li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/ssilverstrength" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Scott on Twitter</a> Connect With the Show </li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/Barbell_Logic" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Twitter</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/barbell_logic/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://startingstrengthonlinecoaching.com/barbell-logic-podcast/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Website</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/barbelllogicpodcast/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Facebook</a></li> <li><a href="mailto:barbelllogicpodcast@gmail.com">barbelllogicpodcast@gmail.com</a></li> </ul>

#248 - Getting Started #4: The Equipment You Need for Your First Home Gym

A wise man once said: you don't get strong from lifting weights, you get strong recovering from lifting weights. In today's episode Coach Matt and Scott discuss the most important things you need to know about recovery so that you get the most out of your strength training.   Many factors affect your ability to recover from the work you do in the weight room -- nutrition, sleep, job stress, children, taxes, your mortgage. Some of these we can control, and some we can't. Of the factors we can control, we really care about two:  Food Sleep    Food is fuel for your body. You need lots of protein to rebuild muscle that is stressed from heavy lifting in the weight room (and build new muscle on top of that), carbohydrates to fill and replenish the glycogen stores that power heavy working sets, and fats to maintain healthy cellular function. Without it, the adaptation piece of the SRA equation cannot happen. Trainees that under-eat protein may even develop tendonitis, a sign that their body is not adequately recovering from the stress from prior workouts. Likewise, trainees that restrict carbs too severely may feel weak or "gassed" too early in their workouts.   Underweight trainees undergoing linear progression need to eat a LOT of food. The amount of calories required to grow new lean mass -- muscle, bone, and connective tissue -- is difficult to measure, but we know it's a large number. Males should be eating at least 200g of protein every day (more for larger trainees, a 6ft+ male will likely need 225g or more), and females should be eating 150g of protein.   Overweight trainees already have adequate energy surplus, stored in the form of body fat, to fuel their workouts, so they need fewer calories, specifically less carbs and fats. Their protein intake should remain high.   Sleep is equally important. There are hundreds of articles and studies that discuss the benefit of a solid 8 hours of sleep each night, but trainees should pay attention to their sleep quality as well. Turning off your cell phone, TV, and other digital devices an hour before bed, sleeping in a cool and dark room, and taking time to mentally calm down before hitting the pillow are a few ways to ensure that you get both quality and volume of sleep.   Discounts  Want to try online coaching for FREE? Email experience@barbell-logic.com for a free trial of Barbell Logic Online Coaching. You'll get feedback on your technique and programming from a Barbell Logic coach, and see what the fuss is all about!    Connect With Matt  Matt on Instagram Barbell Logic Online Coaching — Matt’s website Matt on Facebook Matt on Twitter Connect With Scott  Scott on Instagram Silver Strength – Scott’s website Scott on Facebook Scott on Twitter Connect With the Show  Barbell Logic on Twitter Barbell Logic on Instagram The Website Barbell Logic on Facebook barbelllogicpodcast@gmail.com 

A wise man once said: you don't get strong from lifting weights, you get strong recovering from lifting weights. In today's episode Coach Matt and Scott discuss the most important things you need to know about recovery so that you get the most out of your strength training. Many factors affect your ability to recover from the work you do in the weight room -- nutrition, sleep, job stress, children, taxes, your mortgage. Some of these we can control, and some we can't. Of the factors we can control, we really care about two: <ol> <li>Food</li> <li>Sleep</li> </ol> Food is fuel for your body. You need lots of protein to rebuild muscle that is stressed from heavy lifting in the weight room (and build new muscle on top of that), carbohydrates to fill and replenish the glycogen stores that power heavy working sets, and fats to maintain healthy cellular function. Without it, the adaptation piece of the SRA equation cannot happen. Trainees that under-eat protein may even develop tendonitis, a sign that their body is not adequately recovering from the stress from prior workouts. Likewise, trainees that restrict carbs too severely may feel weak or "gassed" too early in their workouts. Underweight trainees undergoing linear progression need to eat a LOT of food. The amount of calories required to grow new lean mass -- muscle, bone, and connective tissue -- is difficult to measure, but we know it's a large number. Males should be eating at least 200g of protein every day (more for larger trainees, a 6ft+ male will likely need 225g or more), and females should be eating 150g of protein. Overweight trainees already have adequate energy surplus, stored in the form of body fat, to fuel their workouts, so they need fewer calories, specifically less carbs and fats. Their protein intake should remain high. Sleep is equally important. There are hundreds of articles and studies that discuss the benefit of a solid 8 hours of sleep each night, but trainees should pay attention to their sleep quality as well. Turning off your cell phone, TV, and other digital devices an hour before bed, sleeping in a cool and dark room, and taking time to mentally calm down before hitting the pillow are a few ways to ensure that you get both quality and volume of sleep. Discounts <ol> <li>Want to try online coaching for FREE? Email <a href="mailto:experience@barbell-logic.com">experience@barbell-logic.com</a> for a free trial of Barbell Logic Online Coaching. You'll get feedback on your technique and programming from a Barbell Logic coach, and see what the fuss is all about!</li> </ol> Connect With Matt <ul> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/reynoldsstrong/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Matt on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://barbell-logic.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic Online Coaching — Matt’s website</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/ReynoldsStrong/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Matt on Facebook</a></li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/ReynoldsSTRONG" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Matt on Twitter</a> Connect With Scott </li> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/scott_silverstrength/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Scott on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.silver-strength.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Silver Strength – Scott’s website</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/SilverStrengthOk/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Scott on Facebook</a></li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/ssilverstrength" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Scott on Twitter</a> Connect With the Show </li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/Barbell_Logic" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Twitter</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/barbell_logic/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://startingstrengthonlinecoaching.com/barbell-logic-podcast/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Website</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/barbelllogicpodcast/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Facebook</a></li> <li><a href="mailto:barbelllogicpodcast@gmail.com">barbelllogicpodcast@gmail.com</a></li> </ul>

#254 - Getting Started #7: Recovery

Matt and Scott discuss the eternal programming question: what do you do when novice linear progression stops working? While they have discussed this topic in great detail in past episodes, programming is not easy to grok for some people. And that's OK! This episode covers the basic theory and practical examples you need to transition out of LP and into the wide world of intermediate programming, with minimal fussing.   Got a question for Matt and Scott? Email us at questions@barbell-logic.com and we'll answer your question on an upcoming Saturday Q&amp;A!    Discounts  Save 50% off your first month of online coaching at Barbell Logic Online Coaching using the code TEAMBLOC Use discount code LOGIC to save 10% off microplates, dumbbell microplates, and more at Microgainz. Use discount code LOGIC to save $10 off belts and more at Dominion Strength.      Connect With Matt  Matt on Instagram Barbell Logic Online Coaching — Matt’s website Matt on Facebook Matt on Twitter Connect With Scott  Scott on Instagram Silver Strength – Scott’s website Scott on Facebook Scott on Twitter Connect With the Show  Barbell Logic on Twitter Barbell Logic on Instagram The Website Barbell Logic on Facebook barbelllogicpodcast@gmail.com 

Matt and Scott discuss the eternal programming question: what do you do when novice linear progression stops working? While they have discussed this topic in great detail in past episodes, programming is not easy to grok for some people. And that's OK! This episode covers the basic theory and practical examples you need to transition out of LP and into the wide world of intermediate programming, with minimal fussing. Got a question for Matt and Scott? Email us at <a href="mailto:question@barbell-logic.com">questions@barbell-logic.com</a> and we'll answer your question on an upcoming Saturday Q&amp;A!  Discounts <ol> <li>Save 50% off your first month of online coaching at <a href="https://barbell-logic.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic Online Coaching</a> using the code TEAMBLOC</li> <li>Use discount code LOGIC to save 10% off microplates, dumbbell microplates, and more at <a href="https://www.microgainz.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Microgainz</a>.</li> <li>Use discount code LOGIC to save $10 off belts and more at <a href="https://www.dominionstrengthtraining.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dominion Strength</a>.</li> </ol> Connect With Matt <ul> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/reynoldsstrong/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Matt on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://barbell-logic.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic Online Coaching — Matt’s website</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/ReynoldsStrong/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Matt on Facebook</a></li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/ReynoldsSTRONG" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Matt on Twitter</a> Connect With Scott </li> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/scott_silverstrength/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Scott on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.silver-strength.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Silver Strength – Scott’s website</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/SilverStrengthOk/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Scott on Facebook</a></li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/ssilverstrength" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Scott on Twitter</a> Connect With the Show </li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/Barbell_Logic" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Twitter</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/barbell_logic/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://startingstrengthonlinecoaching.com/barbell-logic-podcast/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Website</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/barbelllogicpodcast/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Facebook</a></li> <li><a href="mailto:barbelllogicpodcast@gmail.com">barbelllogicpodcast@gmail.com</a></li> </ul>

#208 - Programming for Dummies: What To Do When LP Stops Working

So you heard us out in Getting Started #1 and you've decided it's time to get strong. How do actually do that? For that matter, how do you improve any physical attribute?   Before we get into specific exercises, sets, and reps, it's important to understand the distinction between exercise and training. Exercise is what most people do when they join the local globo gym or decide to jog around the block. It's randomly selected activity for an unspecified duration or intensity, with no real plan for progression over time. The goal of exercise is simply to get hot, sweaty, and tired today. And it works! Anyone that goes from the couch to an exercise program will experience an increase in energy, physical performance, they will probably feel better, and may even lose some weight in the process. This is called the novice effect, which will be covered in another episode.   The problem is, how long will exercise work? A couple weeks? A month? Two months? At some point, progress will stall without a clear plan for progression. That's where training comes in. Training is a logical, systematic series of workouts designed to improve a physical attribute -- in our case, strength. The goal is clear and measurable. In a linear progression, each workout requires the lifter to lift a little bit more weight than they did before, which causes them to get a little bit stronger each time. Although programming won't always be this simple, training in this manner can allow a lifter to get strong for years.   The General Adaptation Syndrome, first described by Hans Selye in the 1930's, essentially says that every living organism reacts to stress in its environment by either dying or surviving. If it survives, the organism adapts to the stress by becoming more resilient. Applied to barbell training, stress means lifting a weight that is challenging (heavy) today. It requires your muscles to contract harder than they are used to, disrupting homeostasis or their normal, day-to-day state. Fortunately barbell training doesn't kill you, so you rest, eat, and recover after the workout, and your body responds by building more muscle mass and learning how to more efficiently recruit muscle. Note that the adaptation here is specific to the stress. Lifting barbells makes you stronger... not necessarily better at swimming (although being stronger will make you a better swimmer, to a point).   In a nutshell, that's how you get strong! You must train, not exercise, and there must be progression built into your program. A good barbell training program is simple, hard, and effective, with an emphasis on putting weight on the bar. In the following weeks, we will dive deeper into the specifics of a novice program.   Have a question about training? Send a question to Matt and Scott! Email us at questions@barbell-logic.com and we'll answer your question on an upcoming Saturday Q&amp;A!    Discounts  Want to try online coaching for FREE? Email experience@barbell-logic.com for a free trial of Barbell Logic Online Coaching. You'll get feedback on your technique and programming from a Barbell Logic coach, and see what the fuss is all about! Do you have trouble with the bar rolling down your back on squats? You need A7's patented bar grip shirt. Even kyphotic guys like Scott can keep the bar on the back with it. A7 is always rolling out new clothing and gear, too, so head over to their store to see what's new. Need a(nother) lifting belt? Dominion Belts makes the best belts in the business, and Barbell Logic listeners can save $10 off any purchase by using the discount code LOGIC.    Connect With Matt  Matt on Instagram Barbell Logic Online Coaching — Matt’s website Matt on Facebook Matt on Twitter Connect With Scott  Scott on Instagram Silver Strength – Scott’s website Scott on Facebook Scott on Twitter Connect With the Show  Barbell Logic on Twitter Barbell Logic on Instagram The Website Barbell Logic on Facebook barbelllogicpodcast@gmail.com 

So you heard us out in Getting Started #1 and you've decided it's time to get strong. How do actually do that? For that matter, how do you improve any physical attribute? Before we get into specific exercises, sets, and reps, it's important to understand the distinction between exercise and training. Exercise is what most people do when they join the local globo gym or decide to jog around the block. It's randomly selected activity for an unspecified duration or intensity, with no real plan for progression over time. The goal of exercise is simply to get hot, sweaty, and tired today. And it works! Anyone that goes from the couch to an exercise program will experience an increase in energy, physical performance, they will probably feel better, and may even lose some weight in the process. This is called the novice effect, which will be covered in another episode. The problem is, how long will exercise work? A couple weeks? A month? Two months? At some point, progress will stall without a clear plan for progression. That's where training comes in. Training is a logical, systematic series of workouts designed to improve a physical attribute -- in our case, strength. The goal is clear and measurable. In a linear progression, each workout requires the lifter to lift a little bit more weight than they did before, which causes them to get a little bit stronger each time. Although programming won't always be this simple, training in this manner can allow a lifter to get strong for years. The General Adaptation Syndrome, first described by Hans Selye in the 1930's, essentially says that every living organism reacts to stress in its environment by either dying or surviving. If it survives, the organism adapts to the stress by becoming more resilient. Applied to barbell training, stress means lifting a weight that is challenging (heavy) today. It requires your muscles to contract harder than they are used to, disrupting homeostasis or their normal, day-to-day state. Fortunately barbell training doesn't kill you, so you rest, eat, and recover after the workout, and your body responds by building more muscle mass and learning how to more efficiently recruit muscle. Note that the adaptation here is specific to the stress. Lifting barbells makes you stronger... not necessarily better at swimming (although being stronger will make you a better swimmer, to a point). In a nutshell, that's how you get strong! You must train, not exercise, and there must be progression built into your program. A good barbell training program is simple, hard, and effective, with an emphasis on putting weight on the bar. In the following weeks, we will dive deeper into the specifics of a novice program. Have a question about training? Send a question to Matt and Scott! Email us at <a href="mailto:question@barbell-logic.com">questions@barbell-logic.com</a> and we'll answer your question on an upcoming Saturday Q&amp;A!  Discounts <ol> <li>Want to try online coaching for FREE? Email <a href="mailto:experience@barbell-logic.com">experience@barbell-logic.com</a> for a free trial of Barbell Logic Online Coaching. You'll get feedback on your technique and programming from a Barbell Logic coach, and see what the fuss is all about!</li> <li>Do you have trouble with the bar rolling down your back on squats? You need A7's patented bar grip shirt. Even kyphotic guys like Scott can keep the bar on the back with it. A7 is always rolling out new clothing and gear, too, so <a href="https://a7.co/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">head over to their store to see what's new</a>.</li> <li>Need a(nother) lifting belt? <a href="https://www.dominionstrengthtraining.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dominion Belts</a> makes the best belts in the business, and Barbell Logic listeners can save $10 off any purchase by using the discount code LOGIC.</li> </ol> Connect With Matt <ul> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/reynoldsstrong/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Matt on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://barbell-logic.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic Online Coaching — Matt’s website</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/ReynoldsStrong/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Matt on Facebook</a></li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/ReynoldsSTRONG" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Matt on Twitter</a> Connect With Scott </li> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/scott_silverstrength/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Scott on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.silver-strength.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Silver Strength – Scott’s website</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/SilverStrengthOk/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Scott on Facebook</a></li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/ssilverstrength" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Scott on Twitter</a> Connect With the Show </li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/Barbell_Logic" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Twitter</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/barbell_logic/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://startingstrengthonlinecoaching.com/barbell-logic-podcast/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Website</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/barbelllogicpodcast/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Facebook</a></li> <li><a href="mailto:barbelllogicpodcast@gmail.com">barbelllogicpodcast@gmail.com</a></li> </ul>

#244 - Getting Started #2: How to Get Strong

Matt and Scott are back with another round of Thursday Q&amp;A. If you'd like to ask Matt and Scott a question, email questions@barbell-logic.com and we'll feature you on a future Q&amp;A episode!   Discounts  Save 50% off Standard or Premium coaching at Barbell Logic Online Coaching. Use discount code SAVE50 at checkout! Want to try online coaching for FREE? Email experience@barbell-logic.com for a free trial of Barbell Logic Online Coaching. You'll get feedback on your technique and programming from a Barbell Logic coach, and see what the fuss is all about!    Connect With Matt  Matt on Instagram Barbell Logic Online Coaching — Matt’s website Matt on Facebook Matt on Twitter Connect With Scott  Scott on Instagram Silver Strength – Scott’s website Scott on Facebook Scott on Twitter Connect With the Show  Barbell Logic on Twitter Barbell Logic on Instagram The Website Barbell Logic on Facebook barbelllogicpodcast@gmail.com 

Matt and Scott are back with another round of Thursday Q&amp;A. If you'd like to ask Matt and Scott a question, email <a href="mailto:questions@barbell-logic.com">questions@barbell-logic.com</a> and we'll feature you on a future Q&amp;A episode! Discounts <ol> <li>Save 50% off Standard or Premium coaching at Barbell Logic Online Coaching. Use discount code SAVE50 at checkout!</li> <li>Want to try online coaching for FREE? Email <a href="mailto:experience@barbell-logic.com">experience@barbell-logic.com</a> for a free trial of Barbell Logic Online Coaching. You'll get feedback on your technique and programming from a Barbell Logic coach, and see what the fuss is all about!</li> </ol> Connect With Matt <ul> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/reynoldsstrong/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Matt on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://barbell-logic.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic Online Coaching — Matt’s website</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/ReynoldsStrong/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Matt on Facebook</a></li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/ReynoldsSTRONG" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Matt on Twitter</a> Connect With Scott </li> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/scott_silverstrength/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Scott on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.silver-strength.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Silver Strength – Scott’s website</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/SilverStrengthOk/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Scott on Facebook</a></li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/ssilverstrength" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Scott on Twitter</a> Connect With the Show </li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/Barbell_Logic" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Twitter</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/barbell_logic/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://startingstrengthonlinecoaching.com/barbell-logic-podcast/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Website</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/barbelllogicpodcast/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Facebook</a></li> <li><a href="mailto:barbelllogicpodcast@gmail.com">barbelllogicpodcast@gmail.com</a></li> </ul>

#277 - Thursday Q&A #38: Novice Weight Gain, How Not to Gain Muscle, Whiskey Talk, & More!

In 2019 Coach Matt delivered a series of lectures to the Barbell Logic staff on Minimum Effective Dose (MED) programming. MED is all about simplicity, identifying the smallest change you can make to a lifter's programming to keep him or her progressing.   Of course, MED is not a new concept for Barbell Logic. Matt and Scott have discussed it as far back as Episode #53, and the idea underpins all of the programming episodes we've done since then.   Despite this, there is still much confusion around what to do after the novice linear progression. Many people see programming as a progression through a series of templates -- Novice LP, Texas Method/HLM, Block, DUP, etc -- and while you may make progress on these templates for a while, eventually things stop working. And without an understanding of how programming actually works, you're left scratching your head for what to do next.   The MED approach essentially throws away the idea of templates, and asks you to first understand what the problem is -- why exactly did you stop progressing? Is it because you need more stress to drive strength adaptation? Or are you under-recovered?   In the MED masterclass, you'll get to sit in the coach's seat and learn how to think more deeply about programming, identify problems, and formulate solutions based on logic and analysis -- not just looking at templates.   Discounts  Want to try online coaching for FREE? Email experience@barbell-logic.com for a free trial of Barbell Logic Online Coaching. You'll get feedback on your technique and programming from a Barbell Logic coach, and see what the fuss is all about!    Connect With Matt  Matt on Instagram Barbell Logic Online Coaching — Matt’s website Matt on Facebook Matt on Twitter Connect With Scott  Scott on Instagram Silver Strength – Scott’s website Scott on Facebook Scott on Twitter Connect With the Show  Barbell Logic on Twitter Barbell Logic on Instagram The Website Barbell Logic on Facebook barbelllogicpodcast@gmail.com 

In 2019 Coach Matt delivered a series of lectures to the Barbell Logic staff on Minimum Effective Dose (MED) programming. MED is all about simplicity, identifying the smallest change you can make to a lifter's programming to keep him or her progressing. Of course, MED is not a new concept for Barbell Logic. Matt and Scott have discussed it as far back as Episode #53, and the idea underpins all of the programming episodes we've done since then. Despite this, there is still much confusion around what to do after the novice linear progression. Many people see programming as a progression through a series of templates -- Novice LP, Texas Method/HLM, Block, DUP, etc -- and while you may make progress on these templates for a while, eventually things stop working. And without an understanding of how programming actually works, you're left scratching your head for what to do next. The MED approach essentially throws away the idea of templates, and asks you to first understand what the problem is -- why exactly did you stop progressing? Is it because you need more stress to drive strength adaptation? Or are you under-recovered? In the MED masterclass, you'll get to sit in the coach's seat and learn how to think more deeply about programming, identify problems, and formulate solutions based on logic and analysis -- not just looking at templates. Discounts <ol> <li>Want to try online coaching for FREE? Email <a href="mailto:experience@barbell-logic.com">experience@barbell-logic.com</a> for a free trial of Barbell Logic Online Coaching. You'll get feedback on your technique and programming from a Barbell Logic coach, and see what the fuss is all about!</li> </ol> Connect With Matt <ul> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/reynoldsstrong/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Matt on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://barbell-logic.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic Online Coaching — Matt’s website</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/ReynoldsStrong/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Matt on Facebook</a></li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/ReynoldsSTRONG" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Matt on Twitter</a> Connect With Scott </li> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/scott_silverstrength/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Scott on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.silver-strength.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Silver Strength – Scott’s website</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/SilverStrengthOk/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Scott on Facebook</a></li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/ssilverstrength" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Scott on Twitter</a> Connect With the Show </li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/Barbell_Logic" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Twitter</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/barbell_logic/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://startingstrengthonlinecoaching.com/barbell-logic-podcast/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Website</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/barbelllogicpodcast/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Facebook</a></li> <li><a href="mailto:barbelllogicpodcast@gmail.com">barbelllogicpodcast@gmail.com</a></li> </ul>

#265 - The M.E.D. Masterclass #1: A Simple Approach to Programming

Matt and Scott check in while uncertainty and fear grip the world in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak.    After contracting COVID-19 during a heavy travel schedule, Matt is back at home and recovering well, though under quarantine from the rest of his family.   We wish everyone at Barbell Logic and beyond the best as they endure these difficult times.   Connect With Matt  Matt on Instagram Barbell Logic Online Coaching — Matt’s website Matt on Facebook Matt on Twitter Connect With Scott  Scott on Instagram Silver Strength – Scott’s website Scott on Facebook Scott on Twitter Connect With the Show  Barbell Logic on Twitter Barbell Logic on Instagram The Website Barbell Logic on Facebook barbelllogicpodcast@gmail.com 

Matt and Scott check in while uncertainty and fear grip the world in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak.  After contracting COVID-19 during a heavy travel schedule, Matt is back at home and recovering well, though under quarantine from the rest of his family. We wish everyone at Barbell Logic and beyond the best as they endure these difficult times. Connect With Matt <ul> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/reynoldsstrong/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Matt on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://barbell-logic.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic Online Coaching — Matt’s website</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/ReynoldsStrong/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Matt on Facebook</a></li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/ReynoldsSTRONG" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Matt on Twitter</a> Connect With Scott </li> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/scott_silverstrength/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Scott on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.silver-strength.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Silver Strength – Scott’s website</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/SilverStrengthOk/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Scott on Facebook</a></li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/ssilverstrength" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Scott on Twitter</a> Connect With the Show </li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/Barbell_Logic" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Twitter</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/barbell_logic/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://startingstrengthonlinecoaching.com/barbell-logic-podcast/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Website</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/barbelllogicpodcast/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Facebook</a></li> <li><a href="mailto:barbelllogicpodcast@gmail.com">barbelllogicpodcast@gmail.com</a></li> </ul>

#289 - Special COVID Update

You've heard it before. A good training program is simple, hard, and effective. But what does hard mean exactly?   Most novices have never done anything physically hard in their life -- especially physical tasks that require maximal amounts of force production. So they must learn what hard means, in the context of strength training. The first encounter with hard often comes as a shock. With practice, determination, and encouragement from a good coach or training partner, however, a novice lifter can learn to overcome, set PRs, and become a lifter for life.   Discounts  Want to try online coaching for FREE? Email experience@barbell-logic.com for a free trial of Barbell Logic Online Coaching. You'll get feedback on your technique and programming from a Barbell Logic coach, and see what the fuss is all about!    Connect With Matt  Matt on Instagram Barbell Logic Online Coaching — Matt’s website Matt on Facebook Matt on Twitter Connect With Scott  Scott on Instagram Silver Strength – Scott’s website Scott on Facebook Scott on Twitter Connect With the Show  Barbell Logic on Twitter Barbell Logic on Instagram The Website Barbell Logic on Facebook barbelllogicpodcast@gmail.com 

You've heard it before. A good training program is simple, hard, and effective. But what does hard mean exactly? Most novices have never done anything physically hard in their life -- especially physical tasks that require maximal amounts of force production. So they must learn what hard means, in the context of strength training. The first encounter with hard often comes as a shock. With practice, determination, and encouragement from a good coach or training partner, however, a novice lifter can learn to overcome, set PRs, and become a lifter for life. Discounts <ol> <li>Want to try online coaching for FREE? Email <a href="mailto:experience@barbell-logic.com">experience@barbell-logic.com</a> for a free trial of Barbell Logic Online Coaching. You'll get feedback on your technique and programming from a Barbell Logic coach, and see what the fuss is all about!</li> </ol> Connect With Matt <ul> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/reynoldsstrong/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Matt on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://barbell-logic.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic Online Coaching — Matt’s website</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/ReynoldsStrong/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Matt on Facebook</a></li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/ReynoldsSTRONG" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Matt on Twitter</a> Connect With Scott </li> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/scott_silverstrength/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Scott on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.silver-strength.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Silver Strength – Scott’s website</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/SilverStrengthOk/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Scott on Facebook</a></li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/ssilverstrength" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Scott on Twitter</a> Connect With the Show </li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/Barbell_Logic" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Twitter</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/barbell_logic/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://startingstrengthonlinecoaching.com/barbell-logic-podcast/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Website</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/barbelllogicpodcast/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Facebook</a></li> <li><a href="mailto:barbelllogicpodcast@gmail.com">barbelllogicpodcast@gmail.com</a></li> </ul>

#256 - Getting Started #8: What to Do When Training Gets HARD

You've decided. It's time to get started. It's time to get in shape. But... how? Do you start jogging around the block? Join the local YMCA and hit the elliptical machine? Do a couple circuits on the shiny weight machines? There is a vast library of exercises you could do, and endless amounts of conflicting information on the best way to exercise. Judging by the physical condition of the average American, none of these approaches seem to work very well.   At Barbell Logic we argue that strength is what you should train for. Strength is, simply put, your ability to produce force in your physical environment. Getting out of bed, sitting up from a chair, picking up your grandkids... these activities, and everything else you do, requires some degree of force production. Merely standing up requires your body to resist the force of gravity. Your physical existence is predicated upon your ability to produce force, to be strong.   That doesn't mean strength is the only thing worth training for. There are other physical skills -- power, endurance, speed, balance, accuracy -- but training these won't improve your strength. At least not enough to matter. On the other hand, getting stronger will improve all the other physical skills. That's because all the other physical skills require force production.   So, with that in mind, you should start building your fitness by getting strong. We like barbells for that. You can start with as little as 5lbs, and make any increment of weight jumps (seriously, you can get plates as small as 0.25lbs each!). A few simple exercises -- the squat, press, deadlift, and bench press -- will train your entire body efficiently and safely. Barbell training is simple, hard, and very, very effective.   So get started today! Check out the Barbell Logic website for more podcasts, articles and videos on how to get started, and to find an excellent coach to guide you through the process.    Have a question about training? Send a question to Matt and Scott! Email us at questions@barbell-logic.com and we'll answer your question on an upcoming Saturday Q&amp;A!    Discounts  Do you have trouble with the bar rolling down your back on squats? You need A7's patented bar grip shirt. Even kyphotic guys like Scott can keep the bar on the back with it. A7 is always rolling out new clothing and gear, too, so head over to their store to see what's new. Need a(nother) lifting belt? Dominion Belts makes the best belts in the business, and Barbell Logic listeners can save $10 off any purchase by using the discount code LOGIC.    Connect With Matt  Matt on Instagram Barbell Logic Online Coaching — Matt’s website Matt on Facebook Matt on Twitter Connect With Scott  Scott on Instagram Silver Strength – Scott’s website Scott on Facebook Scott on Twitter Connect With the Show  Barbell Logic on Twitter Barbell Logic on Instagram The Website Barbell Logic on Facebook barbelllogicpodcast@gmail.com 

You've decided. It's time to get started. It's time to get in shape. But... how? Do you start jogging around the block? Join the local YMCA and hit the elliptical machine? Do a couple circuits on the shiny weight machines? There is a vast library of exercises you could do, and endless amounts of conflicting information on the best way to exercise. Judging by the physical condition of the average American, none of these approaches seem to work very well. At Barbell Logic we argue that strength is what you should train for. Strength is, simply put, your ability to produce force in your physical environment. Getting out of bed, sitting up from a chair, picking up your grandkids... these activities, and everything else you do, requires some degree of force production. Merely standing up requires your body to resist the force of gravity. Your physical existence is predicated upon your ability to produce force, to be strong. That doesn't mean strength is the only thing worth training for. There are other physical skills -- power, endurance, speed, balance, accuracy -- but training these won't improve your strength. At least not enough to matter. On the other hand, getting stronger will improve all the other physical skills. That's because all the other physical skills require force production. So, with that in mind, you should start building your fitness by getting strong. We like barbells for that. You can start with as little as 5lbs, and make any increment of weight jumps (seriously, you can get plates as small as 0.25lbs each!). A few simple exercises -- the squat, press, deadlift, and bench press -- will train your entire body efficiently and safely. Barbell training is simple, hard, and very, very effective. So get started today! Check out the <a href="https://barbell-logic.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic website</a> for more podcasts, articles and videos on how to get started, and to find an excellent coach to guide you through the process.  Have a question about training? Send a question to Matt and Scott! Email us at <a href="mailto:question@barbell-logic.com">questions@barbell-logic.com</a> and we'll answer your question on an upcoming Saturday Q&amp;A!  Discounts <ol> <li>Do you have trouble with the bar rolling down your back on squats? You need A7's patented bar grip shirt. Even kyphotic guys like Scott can keep the bar on the back with it. A7 is always rolling out new clothing and gear, too, so <a href="https://a7.co/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">head over to their store to see what's new</a>.</li> <li>Need a(nother) lifting belt? <a href="https://www.dominionstrengthtraining.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dominion Belts</a> makes the best belts in the business, and Barbell Logic listeners can save $10 off any purchase by using the discount code LOGIC.</li> </ol> Connect With Matt <ul> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/reynoldsstrong/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Matt on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://barbell-logic.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic Online Coaching — Matt’s website</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/ReynoldsStrong/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Matt on Facebook</a></li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/ReynoldsSTRONG" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Matt on Twitter</a> Connect With Scott </li> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/scott_silverstrength/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Scott on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.silver-strength.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Silver Strength – Scott’s website</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/SilverStrengthOk/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Scott on Facebook</a></li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/ssilverstrength" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Scott on Twitter</a> Connect With the Show </li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/Barbell_Logic" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Twitter</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/barbell_logic/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://startingstrengthonlinecoaching.com/barbell-logic-podcast/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Website</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/barbelllogicpodcast/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Facebook</a></li> <li><a href="mailto:barbelllogicpodcast@gmail.com">barbelllogicpodcast@gmail.com</a></li> </ul>

#242 - Getting Started #1: What's The Big Deal About Strength?

Darin Deaton

Matt and Scott are joined by Darin Deaton, Doctor of Physical Therapy and Starting Strength Coach at Fort Worth Strength, to discuss special populations including Masters (over 40) lifters, post-injury trainees, and people with other medical issues. Darin has 30 years of experience in the clinic and the gym, and has found that barbells are the most effective tool for making all populations stronger, healthier, and more useful human beings.    You can find Darin at his gym Fort Worth Strength &amp; Conditioning, in his clinic Riata Therapy Specialists, or occasionally posting about his ranch on Instagram @drdeaton. Darin also hosts a podcast about training, fitness, and health with Producer Trent called 40fit Radio.   Discounts  Want to try online coaching for FREE? Email experience@barbell-logic.com for a free trial of Barbell Logic Online Coaching. You'll get feedback on your technique and programming from a Barbell Logic coach, and see what the fuss is all about! Regain control of your email inbox with Sanebox. Listeners can try Sanebox for FREE with a 14-day trial!    Connect With Matt  Matt on Instagram Barbell Logic Online Coaching — Matt’s website Matt on Facebook Matt on Twitter Connect With Scott  Scott on Instagram Silver Strength – Scott’s website Scott on Facebook Scott on Twitter Connect With the Show  Barbell Logic on Twitter Barbell Logic on Instagram The Website Barbell Logic on Facebook barbelllogicpodcast@gmail.com 

Matt and Scott are joined by Darin Deaton, Doctor of Physical Therapy and Starting Strength Coach at <a href="http://www.40fit.com/gym/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Fort Worth Strength</a>, to discuss special populations including Masters (over 40) lifters, post-injury trainees, and people with other medical issues. Darin has 30 years of experience in the clinic and the gym, and has found that barbells are the most effective tool for making all populations stronger, healthier, and more useful human beings.  You can find Darin at his gym <a href="http://www.40fit.com/gym/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Fort Worth Strength &amp; Conditioning</a>, in his clinic <a href="https://riatatherapy.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Riata Therapy Specialists</a>, or occasionally posting about his ranch on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/drdeaton/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@drdeaton</a>. Darin also hosts a podcast about training, fitness, and health with Producer Trent called <a href="http://www.40fit.com/40fitradio/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">40fit Radio</a>. Discounts <ol> <li>Want to try online coaching for FREE? Email <a href="mailto:experience@barbell-logic.com">experience@barbell-logic.com</a> for a free trial of Barbell Logic Online Coaching. You'll get feedback on your technique and programming from a Barbell Logic coach, and see what the fuss is all about!</li> <li>Regain control of your email inbox with <a href="https://www.sanebox.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sanebox</a>. Listeners can try Sanebox for FREE with a 14-day trial!</li> </ol> Connect With Matt <ul> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/reynoldsstrong/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Matt on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://barbell-logic.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic Online Coaching — Matt’s website</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/ReynoldsStrong/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Matt on Facebook</a></li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/ReynoldsSTRONG" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Matt on Twitter</a> Connect With Scott </li> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/scott_silverstrength/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Scott on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.silver-strength.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Silver Strength – Scott’s website</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/SilverStrengthOk/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Scott on Facebook</a></li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/ssilverstrength" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Scott on Twitter</a> Connect With the Show </li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/Barbell_Logic" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Twitter</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/barbell_logic/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://startingstrengthonlinecoaching.com/barbell-logic-podcast/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Website</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/barbelllogicpodcast/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Facebook</a></li> <li><a href="mailto:barbelllogicpodcast@gmail.com">barbelllogicpodcast@gmail.com</a></li> </ul>

#258 - Getting Started #9: Everyone Can Train, Even "Special" Populations with Darin Deaton, DPT

#280 - Thursday Q&A #39: Plateauing Too Early, Managing Biceps Tendonitis, Swallowing the Red Pill, & More!

Gillian Ward

Super athlete, barbell coach, and BLOC nutrition coach Gillian Ward returns to the podcast to discuss how to rethink your approach to nutrition in the final installment (maybe) of the Getting Started series.   Discounts  Want to try online coaching for FREE? Email experience@barbell-logic.com for a free trial of Barbell Logic Online Coaching. You'll get feedback on your technique and programming from a Barbell Logic coach, and see what the fuss is all about! Regain control of your email inbox with Sanebox. Listeners can try Sanebox for FREE with a 14-day trial!    Connect With Matt  Matt on Instagram Barbell Logic Online Coaching — Matt’s website Matt on Facebook Matt on Twitter Connect With Scott  Scott on Instagram Silver Strength – Scott’s website Scott on Facebook Scott on Twitter Connect With the Show  Barbell Logic on Twitter Barbell Logic on Instagram The Website Barbell Logic on Facebook barbelllogicpodcast@gmail.com 

Super athlete, barbell coach, and BLOC nutrition coach Gillian Ward returns to the podcast to discuss how to rethink your approach to nutrition in the final installment (maybe) of the Getting Started series. Discounts <ol> <li>Want to try online coaching for FREE? Email <a href="mailto:experience@barbell-logic.com">experience@barbell-logic.com</a> for a free trial of Barbell Logic Online Coaching. You'll get feedback on your technique and programming from a Barbell Logic coach, and see what the fuss is all about!</li> <li>Regain control of your email inbox with <a href="https://www.sanebox.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sanebox</a>. Listeners can try Sanebox for FREE with a 14-day trial!</li> </ol> Connect With Matt <ul> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/reynoldsstrong/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Matt on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://barbell-logic.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic Online Coaching — Matt’s website</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/ReynoldsStrong/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Matt on Facebook</a></li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/ReynoldsSTRONG" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Matt on Twitter</a> Connect With Scott </li> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/scott_silverstrength/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Scott on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.silver-strength.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Silver Strength – Scott’s website</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/SilverStrengthOk/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Scott on Facebook</a></li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/ssilverstrength" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Scott on Twitter</a> Connect With the Show </li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/Barbell_Logic" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Twitter</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/barbell_logic/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://startingstrengthonlinecoaching.com/barbell-logic-podcast/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Website</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/barbelllogicpodcast/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Facebook</a></li> <li><a href="mailto:barbelllogicpodcast@gmail.com">barbelllogicpodcast@gmail.com</a></li> </ul>

#260 - Getting Started #10: Better Eating Habits with Gillian Ward

If you've listened to the first four episodes of the Getting Started series, you've got all the knowledge you need to start a productive strength training program and get stronger than you've ever been. Now it's time to put that knowledge into action and do it!   In your first workout, your goal is to find a starting weight for each of the lifts: squat, press, and deadlift. You will perform the bench press on your next workout, since the press and bench press alternate each workout. Matt sometimes coaches all four lifts on day one, but realize that you will be tired from pressing, so your bench press will be lighter than normal in that case.   For all the lifts, start with the EMPTY bar. A standard barbell is 20kg or 45lbs, which may be too heavy for you, especially on the pressing movements. In that case, find a smaller bar. A women's barbell is smaller in diameter and typically weighs 15kg or 33lbs. There are even smaller aluminum bars which weigh as little as 10 or 15lbs, if you need them.     You will perform a couple sets of 5 reps with the empty bar, then start adding weight. Men will add anywhere form 5-20lbs, and women will make smaller 5-10lbs increases. Do another set of 5. Add more weight, and do another set of 5.   When the weight just begins to feel heavy -- that is, slightly challenging -- we will call that your first work set. Everything up to this point was warm-up, this is the actual workout weight. Write it down in your log book. Do two more sets of 5 at this weight, and move on to the next lift. Remember, we only do ONE work set on the deadlift, since it is generally a more taxing lift.   Note that if you have trained before but are coming back to the bar after a long layoff, you may be strong enough to make yourself VERY sore if you overdo it on the first workout. In this case, it's best to do only ONE work set on squats, and be very modest with your starting weights. Otherwise you may have trouble crawling out of bed the next day!   Listen to Coach Matt and Scott's advice, and walk into the gym with confidence. Good luck with your first workout!     Need some help getting started? Email experience@barbell-logic.com for a FREE trial of Barbell Logic Online Coaching. You'll get feedback on your technique and programming from a Barbell Logic coach, and see what the fuss is all about!   Have a question about training? Send a question to Matt and Scott! Email us at questions@barbell-logic.com and we'll answer your question on an upcoming Saturday Q&amp;A!      Discounts  Do you have trouble with the bar rolling down your back on squats? You need A7's patented bar grip shirt. Even kyphotic guys like Scott can keep the bar on the back with it. A7 is always rolling out new clothing and gear, too, so head over to their store to see what's new. Need a(nother) lifting belt? Dominion Belts makes the best belts in the business, and Barbell Logic listeners can save $10 off any purchase by using the discount code LOGIC.      Connect With Matt  Matt on Instagram Barbell Logic Online Coaching — Matt’s website Matt on Facebook Matt on Twitter Connect With Scott  Scott on Instagram Silver Strength – Scott’s website Scott on Facebook Scott on Twitter Connect With the Show  Barbell Logic on Twitter Barbell Logic on Instagram The Website Barbell Logic on Facebook barbelllogicpodcast@gmail.com 

If you've listened to the first four episodes of the Getting Started series, you've got all the knowledge you need to start a productive strength training program and get stronger than you've ever been. Now it's time to put that knowledge into action and do it! In your first workout, your goal is to find a starting weight for each of the lifts: squat, press, and deadlift. You will perform the bench press on your next workout, since the press and bench press alternate each workout. Matt sometimes coaches all four lifts on day one, but realize that you will be tired from pressing, so your bench press will be lighter than normal in that case. For all the lifts, start with the EMPTY bar. A standard barbell is 20kg or 45lbs, which may be too heavy for you, especially on the pressing movements. In that case, find a smaller bar. A women's barbell is smaller in diameter and typically weighs 15kg or 33lbs. There are even smaller aluminum bars which weigh as little as 10 or 15lbs, if you need them. You will perform a couple sets of 5 reps with the empty bar, then start adding weight. Men will add anywhere form 5-20lbs, and women will make smaller 5-10lbs increases. Do another set of 5. Add more weight, and do another set of 5. When the weight just begins to feel heavy -- that is, slightly challenging -- we will call that your first work set. Everything up to this point was warm-up, this is the actual workout weight. Write it down in your log book. Do two more sets of 5 at this weight, and move on to the next lift. Remember, we only do ONE work set on the deadlift, since it is generally a more taxing lift. Note that if you have trained before but are coming back to the bar after a long layoff, you may be strong enough to make yourself VERY sore if you overdo it on the first workout. In this case, it's best to do only ONE work set on squats, and be very modest with your starting weights. Otherwise you may have trouble crawling out of bed the next day! Listen to Coach Matt and Scott's advice, and walk into the gym with confidence. Good luck with your first workout! Need some help getting started? Email <a href="mailto:experience@barbell-logic.com">experience@barbell-logic.com</a> for a FREE trial of Barbell Logic Online Coaching. You'll get feedback on your technique and programming from a Barbell Logic coach, and see what the fuss is all about! Have a question about training? Send a question to Matt and Scott! Email us at <a href="mailto:question@barbell-logic.com">questions@barbell-logic.com</a> and we'll answer your question on an upcoming Saturday Q&amp;A!  Discounts <ol> <li>Do you have trouble with the bar rolling down your back on squats? You need A7's patented bar grip shirt. Even kyphotic guys like Scott can keep the bar on the back with it. A7 is always rolling out new clothing and gear, too, so <a href="https://a7.co/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">head over to their store to see what's new</a>.</li> <li>Need a(nother) lifting belt? <a href="https://www.dominionstrengthtraining.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dominion Belts</a> makes the best belts in the business, and Barbell Logic listeners can save $10 off any purchase by using the discount code LOGIC.</li> </ol> Connect With Matt <ul> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/reynoldsstrong/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Matt on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://barbell-logic.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic Online Coaching — Matt’s website</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/ReynoldsStrong/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Matt on Facebook</a></li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/ReynoldsSTRONG" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Matt on Twitter</a> Connect With Scott </li> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/scott_silverstrength/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Scott on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.silver-strength.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Silver Strength – Scott’s website</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/SilverStrengthOk/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Scott on Facebook</a></li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/ssilverstrength" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Scott on Twitter</a> Connect With the Show </li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/Barbell_Logic" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Twitter</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/barbell_logic/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://startingstrengthonlinecoaching.com/barbell-logic-podcast/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Website</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/barbelllogicpodcast/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Facebook</a></li> <li><a href="mailto:barbelllogicpodcast@gmail.com">barbelllogicpodcast@gmail.com</a></li> </ul>

#250 - Getting Started #5: How to Crush Your First Workout with Confidence

Andy Baker

Today we revisit the most downloaded show in Barbell Logic history thus far, episode #71 with Andy Baker (also Andy's first appearance on the show). Andy is a master strength coach and full of insight into programming theory as well as practical solutions to the issues lifters face in their day-to-day training.   In this episode, Andy debunks the idea of a "perfect program," and outlines practical ways to set yourself up for success on any program you try. He also discusses the importance of intensity in post-novice programming specifically, and why the weight on the bar is still a key driver of strength gains even after the lifter starts cycling volume and intensity in the intermediate phases of training.   Have a question about training? Send a question to Matt and Scott! Email us at questions@barbell-logic.com and we'll answer your question on an upcoming Saturday Q&amp;A!      Discounts  Whip your email inbox into shape with Sanebox! Sign up for a free 14 day trial AND save $25 off if you decide to keep the subscription. Visit https://www.sanebox.com/logic for details. Save $10 off any belt purchase from Dominion Strength Training with the discount code LOGIC.      Connect With Matt  Matt on Instagram Barbell Logic Online Coaching — Matt’s website Matt on Facebook Matt on Twitter Connect With Scott  Scott on Instagram Silver Strength – Scott’s website Scott on Facebook Scott on Twitter Connect With the Show  Barbell Logic on Twitter Barbell Logic on Instagram The Website Barbell Logic on Facebook barbelllogicpodcast@gmail.com 

Today we revisit the most downloaded show in Barbell Logic history thus far, episode #71 with Andy Baker (also Andy's first appearance on the show). Andy is a master strength coach and full of insight into programming theory as well as practical solutions to the issues lifters face in their day-to-day training. In this episode, Andy debunks the idea of a "perfect program," and outlines practical ways to set yourself up for success on any program you try. He also discusses the importance of intensity in post-novice programming specifically, and why the weight on the bar is still a key driver of strength gains even after the lifter starts cycling volume and intensity in the intermediate phases of training. Have a question about training? Send a question to Matt and Scott! Email us at <a href="mailto:question@barbell-logic.com">questions@barbell-logic.com</a> and we'll answer your question on an upcoming Saturday Q&amp;A!  Discounts <ol> <li>Whip your email inbox into shape with Sanebox! Sign up for a free 14 day trial AND save $25 off if you decide to keep the subscription. Visit <a href="https://www.sanebox.com/logic" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.sanebox.com/logic</a> for details.</li> <li>Save $10 off any belt purchase from <a href="https://www.dominionstrengthtraining.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dominion Strength Training</a> with the discount code LOGIC.</li> </ol> Connect With Matt <ul> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/reynoldsstrong/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Matt on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://barbell-logic.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic Online Coaching — Matt’s website</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/ReynoldsStrong/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Matt on Facebook</a></li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/ReynoldsSTRONG" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Matt on Twitter</a> Connect With Scott </li> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/scott_silverstrength/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Scott on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.silver-strength.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Silver Strength – Scott’s website</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/SilverStrengthOk/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Scott on Facebook</a></li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/ssilverstrength" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Scott on Twitter</a> Connect With the Show </li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/Barbell_Logic" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Twitter</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/barbell_logic/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://startingstrengthonlinecoaching.com/barbell-logic-podcast/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Website</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/barbelllogicpodcast/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Facebook</a></li> <li><a href="mailto:barbelllogicpodcast@gmail.com">barbelllogicpodcast@gmail.com</a></li> </ul>

#233 - Programming the Post-Novice: Why Weight on the Bar Matters with Andy Baker (Rebroadcast)

Matt invites former STRONG Gym coach and now owner of GP Athletics in Springfield, MO, Spencer Graham, to the podcast to discuss how lifters can get started training in the sport of strongman.   Strongman is probably the most entertaining sport in the world of strength and power. Athletes regularly perform feats of strength with brutally heavy objects, some spectacular (like pulling a fire engine, or a plane) and others mundane (like throwing barrels or flipping tires). Yet it's the juxtaposition of amazing feats of strength with commonplace objects that gives strongman it's fun, wild, and unpredictable spirit. What would you rather see -- 45 lifters all squatting, benching, and deadlifting, one after another, or two enormous men racing with refrigerators strapped to their back?   The sport of strongman requires impressive physical attributes as well. Athletes must be very strong, of course, but also athletic. They must be able to balance with awkward implements, move explosively, and posses a high level of conditioning... while being very, very strong of course.   That said, it has never been easier to enter and learn the sport, and there are a number of good resources for beginners wishing to transition from barbell lifting into competing at strongman.   Spencer Graham's gym, GP Athletics: https://www.gpathletics.net   Spencer on Instagram: @gp_spencergraham https://www.instagram.com/gp_spencergraham/   Discounts  Never buy toilet paper again! Save 10% off any bidet or bidet accessory from Tushy by going to: https://hellotushy.com/logic Want to try online coaching for FREE? Email experience@barbell-logic.com for a free trial of Barbell Logic Online Coaching. You'll get feedback on your technique and programming from a Barbell Logic coach, and see what the fuss is all about!    Connect With Matt  Matt on Instagram Barbell Logic Online Coaching — Matt’s website Matt on Facebook Matt on Twitter Connect With Scott  Scott on Instagram Silver Strength – Scott’s website Scott on Facebook Scott on Twitter Connect With the Show  Barbell Logic on Twitter Barbell Logic on Instagram The Website Barbell Logic on Facebook barbelllogicpodcast@gmail.com 

Matt invites former STRONG Gym coach and now owner of GP Athletics in Springfield, MO, Spencer Graham, to the podcast to discuss how lifters can get started training in the sport of strongman. Strongman is probably the most entertaining sport in the world of strength and power. Athletes regularly perform feats of strength with brutally heavy objects, some spectacular (like pulling a fire engine, or a plane) and others mundane (like throwing barrels or flipping tires). Yet it's the juxtaposition of amazing feats of strength with commonplace objects that gives strongman it's fun, wild, and unpredictable spirit. What would you rather see -- 45 lifters all squatting, benching, and deadlifting, one after another, or two enormous men racing with refrigerators strapped to their back? The sport of strongman requires impressive physical attributes as well. Athletes must be very strong, of course, but also athletic. They must be able to balance with awkward implements, move explosively, and posses a high level of conditioning... while being very, very strong of course. That said, it has never been easier to enter and learn the sport, and there are a number of good resources for beginners wishing to transition from barbell lifting into competing at strongman. Spencer Graham's gym, GP Athletics: <a href="https://www.gpathletics.net" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.gpathletics.net</a> Spencer on Instagram: @gp_spencergraham <a href="https://www.instagram.com/gp_spencergraham/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/gp_spencergraham/</a> Discounts <ol> <li>Never buy toilet paper again! Save 10% off any bidet or bidet accessory from Tushy by going to: <a href="https://hellotushy.com/logic" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://hellotushy.com/logic</a></li> <li>Want to try online coaching for FREE? Email <a href="mailto:experience@barbell-logic.com">experience@barbell-logic.com</a> for a free trial of Barbell Logic Online Coaching. You'll get feedback on your technique and programming from a Barbell Logic coach, and see what the fuss is all about!</li> </ol> Connect With Matt <ul> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/reynoldsstrong/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Matt on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://barbell-logic.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic Online Coaching — Matt’s website</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/ReynoldsStrong/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Matt on Facebook</a></li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/ReynoldsSTRONG" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Matt on Twitter</a> Connect With Scott </li> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/scott_silverstrength/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Scott on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.silver-strength.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Silver Strength – Scott’s website</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/SilverStrengthOk/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Scott on Facebook</a></li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/ssilverstrength" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Scott on Twitter</a> Connect With the Show </li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/Barbell_Logic" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Twitter</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/barbell_logic/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://startingstrengthonlinecoaching.com/barbell-logic-podcast/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Website</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/barbelllogicpodcast/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Facebook</a></li> <li><a href="mailto:barbelllogicpodcast@gmail.com">barbelllogicpodcast@gmail.com</a></li> </ul>

#315 - So You Want to Be a Strongman? Tips for Beginners with Spencer Graham

One of the most frequent questions we hear from new lifters -- or people considering strength training but not yet sold on it -- is will it make me bulky? It's a pervasive myth, and one of the most common concerns among women, but it has little basis in reality. The fact is, there ARE "bulky" women out there, that is, strong women with muscle mass. Generally these women work very hard for years to build that much muscle, and have a genetic predisposition to accumulate muscle. Most women who begin strength training, however, find themselves looking strong, capable, and healthy, while watching their dress size go down.   At the heart of this concern is a cultural bias toward thin, lean physiques -- especially in the modernized Western world. We are bombarded with advertisements and visual entertainment mediums filled with idealized models of the human form, beautiful actors and actresses with far above average genetics. Furthermore, since the rise of bodybuilding in the mid-20th century, a fascination with big muscles and extreme low levels of body fat has endured. These ideals are not only unrealistic for most people, they are often mentally and physically unhealthy as well.   That's why at Barbell Logic we focus on what you can do, not what you look like. Performance, strength, and health comes first, and aesthetics are a pleasant side effect of training. And of course for trainees who have completed a novice linear progression and built a base level of strength, there are always ways to customize programming to prioritize body composition and losing body fat. The key is that strength comes first!   Have a question about training? Send a question to Matt and Scott! Email us at questions@barbell-logic.com and we'll answer your question on an upcoming Saturday Q&amp;A!    Discounts  For a limited time, save 50% off your first month of coaching AND get a free Barbell Logic t-shirt when you sign up for the STANDARD plan at Barbell Logic Online Coaching.    Also, A7 Strongwear has officially launched their new product line! They're known for their bar grip shirt which keeps the bar essentially glued to your back during squats, but have expanded their line to include shirts, shorts, leggings, IPF approved wraps, sleeves, socks, and much more.     Connect With Matt  Matt on Instagram Barbell Logic Online Coaching — Matt’s website Matt on Facebook Matt on Twitter Connect With Scott  Scott on Instagram Silver Strength – Scott’s website Scott on Facebook Scott on Twitter Connect With the Show  Barbell Logic on Twitter Barbell Logic on Instagram The Website Barbell Logic on Facebook barbelllogicpodcast@gmail.com 

One of the most frequent questions we hear from new lifters -- or people considering strength training but not yet sold on it -- is will it make me bulky? It's a pervasive myth, and one of the most common concerns among women, but it has little basis in reality. The fact is, there ARE "bulky" women out there, that is, strong women with muscle mass. Generally these women work very hard for years to build that much muscle, and have a genetic predisposition to accumulate muscle. Most women who begin strength training, however, find themselves looking strong, capable, and healthy, while watching their dress size go down. At the heart of this concern is a cultural bias toward thin, lean physiques -- especially in the modernized Western world. We are bombarded with advertisements and visual entertainment mediums filled with idealized models of the human form, beautiful actors and actresses with far above average genetics. Furthermore, since the rise of bodybuilding in the mid-20th century, a fascination with big muscles and extreme low levels of body fat has endured. These ideals are not only unrealistic for most people, they are often mentally and physically unhealthy as well. That's why at Barbell Logic we focus on what you can do, not what you look like. Performance, strength, and health comes first, and aesthetics are a pleasant side effect of training. And of course for trainees who have completed a novice linear progression and built a base level of strength, there are always ways to customize programming to prioritize body composition and losing body fat. The key is that strength comes first! Have a question about training? Send a question to Matt and Scott! Email us at <a href="mailto:question@barbell-logic.com">questions@barbell-logic.com</a> and we'll answer your question on an upcoming Saturday Q&amp;A!  Discounts <ol> <li>For a limited time, save 50% off your first month of coaching AND get a free Barbell Logic t-shirt when you sign up for the STANDARD plan at <a href="https://barbell-logic.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic Online Coaching</a>.</li> </ol> Also, <a href="https://a7.co" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">A7 Strongwear</a> has officially launched their new product line! They're known for their bar grip shirt which keeps the bar essentially glued to your back during squats, but have expanded their line to include shirts, shorts, leggings, IPF approved wraps, sleeves, socks, and much more. Connect With Matt <ul> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/reynoldsstrong/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Matt on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://barbell-logic.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic Online Coaching — Matt’s website</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/ReynoldsStrong/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Matt on Facebook</a></li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/ReynoldsSTRONG" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Matt on Twitter</a> Connect With Scott </li> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/scott_silverstrength/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Scott on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.silver-strength.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Silver Strength – Scott’s website</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/SilverStrengthOk/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Scott on Facebook</a></li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/ssilverstrength" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Scott on Twitter</a> Connect With the Show </li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/Barbell_Logic" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Twitter</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/barbell_logic/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://startingstrengthonlinecoaching.com/barbell-logic-podcast/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Website</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/barbelllogicpodcast/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Barbell Logic on Facebook</a></li> <li><a href="mailto:barbelllogicpodcast@gmail.com">barbelllogicpodcast@gmail.com</a></li> </ul>

#220 - Will Lifting Weights Make You Bulky?

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