Barbell Shrugged

Louis Simmons is an American powerlifter and strength coach. He is noted for developing the Westside Barbell method of training and applying it to powerlifting and other sports, as well as inventing …

Dr. Lance Einerson is a one on one coach on staff with Active Life. He is the go to staff member for clients who need help with breathing and bracing. His extensive experience as a breathwork special…

Today’s episode is about the transformative power of combat sports, especially for women, and the company doing its part to support those women. Lynn Le is the founder of Society Nine, a women’s perf…

Hunter Mcintyre is Pro Endurance Athlete, Broken Skull Champion, BoundlessTV co-Host, Obstacle Course Racing Champion, and a Macho Man. With his unique catchphrase, “biceps win races”, Hunter strikes…

An inspirational story that is sure to fire you up for the week! In this podcast Matt Paz outlines his journey from rock bottom to qualifying for the triathlon world championships in Kona Hawaii just…

You may recognize both voices on today’s show, as M.D.V (Matt DellaValle) is a seasoned guest and co-host of the Business of Fitness Podcast. MDV is the Chief FitnessOfficer at NCFIT, managing all fi…

There’s a lot more to a healthy pregnancy and post-pregnancy than just eating the right food and working out, according to Lindsey Mathews, the founder of BIRTHFIT.  Ashleigh catches up with Lindsey …

Super teams are taking over the 2019 CrossFit Games. For the first time in the history of the CrossFit Games, the affiliate cup has transitioned into a team competition where athletes around the worl…

In this episode, Richard Diaz and I talk about one of the most controversial subjects in Crossfit. How do I increase work capacity while training less?? With so many different ideologies circling the…

Brooks Meadows is the host of Barbell Buddha Rediscovered where he shines light on Chris Moore who, before his passing, left a treasure trove of knowledge and wisdom about strength, family, philosoph…

There are some “universal truths” about food, health, and the wisdom of our doctors that we all take for granted – but in this episode of Muscle Maven Radio, Ashleigh speaks with practicing physician…

Dr. Jimmy Bagley is an Assistant Professor of Kinesiology, and Director of the Muscle Physiology Lab, Co-Director of the Exercise Physiology Lab, and Research Director of the Strength and Conditionin…

Travis Kennedy is a 13 year Navy SEAL veteran. After becoming a member of my gym, CHALK, just a few months, I’ve always had so many questions I wanted to ask. I mean, who hasn’t wanted to be a Navy S…

The final mesocycle of the One Ton Challenge is a 4 week peak cycle to prepare you to enter the One Ton Club totaling 2,000 (1,2000) in the snatch, clean, jerk, squat, deadlift, and bench press. The …

In this episode Drew Canole dive into getting out of your comfort zone, following your heart and aligning versus hustling and grinding all the time. Drew’s advice and ways to cope with adversity and …

This podcast is all about evolution: how scary, difficult, frustrating, and ultimately freeing empowering it can be to figure out how to let go of things that aren’t serving you anymore and allow you…

Frank Duffy is a Co-Founder of Par Four Performance, and Head Coordinator of Strength Camps at Cressey Sports Performance in Hudson, Massachusetts. Everyday, Duffy trains individuals that have their…

John Welbourn is CEO of Power Athlete and Fuse Move. Creator of the online training phenomena called “Johnnie WOD” and a hilarious/informative blog called, “Talk To Me Johnny.” He also just happens t…

The Jerk is the single olympic lifting movement that does not require a pulling movement. Driving your body under the barbell is a different beast than pulling yourself under the barbell like the cle…

Paul Chek shares methods on staying calm, how to keep your  center in chaotic times and unique breathing exercises. Mike and Paul also dives into understanding your capacity to create your dream outc…