Hosts Connor and Josh talk to Dr. Mike Israetel who is the co-founder of Renaissance Periodization and Team Full ROM, Professor at Lehman College, PhD in Sport Physiology from East Tennessee State University, Jiu Jitsu Brown belt, and NPC Bodybuilder. Time Stamps: Introduction.-(01:00) Dr. Mike's funniest moment making a training video!-(02:04) Mike's process to attain his PhD.-(05:04) Sub-Analysis of college athletes.-(12:36) Sprinters and sport science.-(21:11) Majin Vegeta and Michael Jordan.-(24:03) Ben Patrick and knees over toes.-(27:18) Sled work for knee pain?-(34:41) Needs Analysis 1 ..read more

In this episode Connor and Josh talk with Adam Schafer about various ways to scale your Personal Training business such as adding value to your clients, online training, memberships, programs and MUCH MORE. There's also wise words of advice from Adam on how to be a leader and be successful. Adam is the perfect example of a successful personal trainer as he has trained over 1000+ people and had the ability to afford his own house in his early 20's. He is certified in IFPA, NSCF, and NESTA. Adam Schafer is also an IFBB Men's Physique PRO and is a host on the podcast MINDPUMP, which is the #1 fit ..read more

Connor and Josh discuss knees over toes training techniques, research, and how Dr. Brian Ziegler got to where he is now. Brian Ziegler is Physio-therapist, cyclist and ATG Practitioner. He currently lives in California practicing out of Keizer Permanente and works with "Knees Over Toes Guy" Ben Patrick on research for continuing to resolve knee pain and other common issues through exercise. Time Stamps: -Intro. (00:00-02:00) -How Brian got started in Physical Therapy? (03:40) -Backward Walking Cures KNEE PAIN. (42:45) Find Dr. Brian Ziegler: https://www.instagram.com/the_atg_clinician ..read more

Today hosts Connor Burton and Josh Sargeant talk to Athletic Trainer Guido Van Ryssegem about how he got to where is now. Guido Van Ryssegem is owner and co-founder of Safe Recovery, LLC. He has been in clinical practice for 30+ years and has been working in the strength and conditioning arena for 35 years. Guido is a practitioner, professional faculty and guest presenter at Oregon State University, and has published in the Asian Journal of Martial Arts, Clinical Kinesiology and the International Journal Of Sports Physical Therapy. Guido is also a guest presenter for the University of Oregon ..read more

In this episode Blue Collar Fitness hosts Connor Burton and Josh Sargeant sit down with Dr. Kyle Gillett Medical Director of Marek Health and college park functional medicine. He practices True Preventative medicine and Evidence-based practice for his patients while always prioritizing Health and longevity. He earned his medical degree at the University of Kansas school of medicine and additionally practiced at Cox family medicine. Today's topics range from why blood testing is important for anyone to how to apply synthetic hormones properly. Introducing Dr. Kyle Gillett! - (00:00-01:45) Dr ..read more

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

In this episode Josh and Connor interview Stu Sutherland and Ashley Hauser who are a couple who recently competed in a bodybuilding competition together; Stu recently won the overall Emerald Cup as an open bodybuilder which means he now is qualified to compete at a national level show. We discuss what his next big move is and how this couple got through a bodybuilding prep without ripping each other's head off. Enjoy the show! Ashley's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashleyy_hauser/ Stu's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beef_stu_97 ..read more

In this episode Connor, Josh, Trevor and Dave talk about fitness in the news starting with Thor's(Chris Hemsworth) training Instagram post and training program then share techniques on how to build your hamstrings and different sections of your back. Our Client Review of Hypertrophy Program! -(01:11) Fitness in the News: Thor (Chris Hemsworth). -(09:54) Thor has no calves. (10:30) Personal Development. (16:12) Josh saw a ghost. - (19:14) Posterior Chain. - (30:39) Why and how Hamstrings compliment Glutes? - (34:34) How to build great Hammies with these exercises. - (39:58) Question by Doctor ..read more

In this episode Josh, Connor, Trevor, and Dave sit down and talk about 21 reasons why you’re not going to the gym. The Blue Collar Fitness team begin with fitness in the news and talk about the New York Pro and other topics then dive right into the 21 excuses to avoid getting your workout in. (01:00)- LIfe updates: (05:05)- Fitness in the news: (10:35)-Our Sponsor: ANDROGENIXSOLUTIONS https://androgenixsolutions.com/ Blue Collar Job You think you need a fully equipped gym Unnecessary spending on clothes etc.  Transportation Scared/Intimidated Pets Kids Spouse doesn’t support you going to ..read more

In this Episode we discuss the best ways to get bigger and better shaped arms. Listen in for simple tips that have worked for us and our clients.  Arnold Classic Update! (05:14) Conor Murphy eating human fieces? (08:10) Dragon Ball Super Manga. (23:00) Curls for Biceps (32:00) Tricep Pressdowns and angles (33:58) Arms made easy Chronic Dehydration client story? (42:50) How to build Your Arm Program. (46:10) Listener Question: Evan Curry. (49:54) Find our programs for bigger arms: https://bluecollarfitnesspodcast.com ..read more