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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.

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Latest Episodes

Training while traveling does not have to be perfect to be useful.

In this Beast over Burden legacy episode, Niki Sims and Andrew Jackson discuss how to keep training while traveling for work, vacation, or any trip that disrupts your normal routine... more

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Strength training in your 40s often starts with limitations—nagging injuries, inconsistent training, and the feeling that your best years are behind you. But what if this is actually the decade where you build your strongest, most resilient body?

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Getting lean and looking jacked is possible, but it comes with real tradeoffs.

In this Beast over Burden legacy episode, Niki Sims and Andrew Jackson discuss what it really takes to build a lean, muscular physique, using Jake Gyllenhaal's Road Hous... more

Strength training for life longevity is not about chasing personal records forever—it's about learning how to train in a way that actually lasts.

In this episode of Beast Over Burden, Niki Sims and Andrew Jackson talk with Barbell Logic coach Brian... more

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Recent Guests

Nick Hammer
Barbell Logic coach and former USAPL North Carolina state organizer
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Episode: Strength Training for Busy Dads: Nick Hammer on Fitness, Fatherhood & Staying Strong
John Eckford
Barbell Logic client and surgeon
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Episode: Strength Training Over 50: How to Train Around a Busy, Unpredictable Schedule with John Eckford
Marty Curran
Barbell Logic client and gym owner (Cheyenne Barbell)
Barbell Logic, Cheyenne Barbell
Episode: Lifting in Your 50s and 60s: Marty Curran on Strength, Recovery, and Competing for the Long Haul
Seth Hible
Client of Barbell Logic; long-term lifter and military professional
Barbell Logic (client)
Episode: Strength Training for Life: How One Client Stayed Consistent for 7 Years with Seth Hible
Jimmy Wisinski
PGA coach and Barbell Logic client
PGA / Barbell Logic
Episode: Strength Training for Golfers: Build Power, Increase Distance, and Train for the Long Haul with Jimmy Wisinski
Mike Grillo
Barbell Logic coach mentioned as Jimmy's coach
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Episode: Strength Training for Golfers: Build Power, Increase Distance, and Train for the Long Haul with Jimmy Wisinski
Dr. Jonathan Sullivan
Physician and strength coach, co-author of The Barbell Prescription
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Episode: Barbell Training for Longevity: Strength as Medicine for Aging Well with Dr. Jonathon Sullivan
Jenny Hicks
High school Spanish teacher; Barbell Logic client and case study
Barbell Logic (client)
Episode: Stop Dieting, Start Eating Real Food: Losing 30 Pounds Without the Diet Cycle
Joshua Farrow
Client of Barbell Logic and subject of the episode
Barbell Logic coach Daniel Schell's client
Episode: GLP-1 Food Noise and Strength Training: One Client's Path to Real Health

Hosts

Niki Sims
Host; Barbell Logic coach and senior staff member with a focus on experiential coaching and client transformation.
Andrew Jackson
Co-host; Barbell Logic coach and operations leader with extensive coaching and program development experience.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 1.5k ratings
  • Please don’t stop giggling

    Short and informative podcast. Always look forward to the conversations and laughter

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    finnimac
    United States8 months ago
  • Good and bad

    It’s like 50/50. Half the episodes are interesting and informative the other half the male speaker is ranting about his alcoholism problem which he simultaneously talks endlessly about and seems to be unaware of.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    DCaswell
    United States10 months ago
  • Simple

    Excellent content, helps with training tips, motivation and forward momentum

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ruxpo
    Canadaa year ago
  • No Longer Valuable

    I used to think this was the best lifting podcast, and one of the most enjoyable podcasts in general. The show now provides much less insight and is almost geared exclusively toward beginner lifters. The worst part is going back to old episodes and remembering how good it used to be. It’s particularly sad hearing the old hosts say how they were going to be themselves and authentic, and not water themselves down, and then going to new episodes where swears are bleeped out with an obnoxious beep l... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    There are no names left77
    United States2 years ago
  • Easy on using “elderly” young man.

    On the latest podcast, the podcaster used the word "elderly" to refer to the 60+ age group in a study. I personally don't agree with that term as I am 65, I exercise, and I don't consider myself close to being elderly. I think in the future, when you both reach 65, you may also feel the same way and not want to be labeled as such.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    rsd22
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

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The show is valued for long-term, sustainable approaches to strength and aging, though a few listeners want more focus on advanced lifting topics.
There are mixed feelings about tone changes and format consistency over time.
Some listeners note fluctuations in content quality and pacing, with some episodes leaning more toward coaching discussions than lifting technique.
Overall, listeners appreciate practical lifting guidance, coaching insights, and relatable guest stories.

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Strength Training Over 50: How to Train Around a Busy, Unpredictable Schedule with John Eckford
Q: How has training changed your daily life and sleep, especially with on-call shifts?
Training has improved energy and mood, but sleep is highly sensitive to work demands; I've learned to protect sleep by limiting alcohol, timing meals, and using wearables to monitor recovery.
Strength Training Over 50: How to Train Around a Busy, Unpredictable Schedule with John Eckford
Q: What initially drew you to Barbell Logic and how did your training start?
I started around 2019 after looking for instruction and structure; I was drawn in by the coaching approach and the idea of learning proper technique to stay injury-free as I returned to lifting.
Lifting in Your 50s and 60s: Marty Curran on Strength, Recovery, and Competing for the Long Haul
Q: Is competing still interesting to you?
Yes, it remains a motivating factor, especially when there's a clear reason to train and push hard, but it's balanced against recovery, shoulder issues, and the evolving structure of workouts.
Strength Training for Golfers: Build Power, Increase Distance, and Train for the Long Haul with Jimmy Wisinski
Q: What practical range routine can golfers use to train like pros?
Use a five-by-five style on the range, separating club groups and focusing on quality reps with scheduled short breaks to mimic real rounds and track progress.
Strength Training for Golfers: Build Power, Increase Distance, and Train for the Long Haul with Jimmy Wisinski
Q: How do you manage training volume across in-season and off-season for golfers?
Keep a base level of full-body strength work, reduce volume in-season while maintaining intensity, and gradually increase volume in the off-season when energy and calories allow, always aligning with golf schedules.

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A practical, longevity-forward strength podcast that centers on long-term training, coaching support, and real-world application of barbell-based programming. Episodes consistently explore aging, recovery, nutrition, and habit formation, often through client stories and coaching perspectives. The show stands out for its emphasis on sustainable progress, coaching relationships, and data-informed approaches that balance volume, intensity, and life demands, making it useful for serious lifters and professionals alike who want durable strength and better everyday function.

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1. Nick Hammer
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3. Marty Curran
4. Seth Hible
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7. Dr. Jonathan Sullivan
8. Jenny Hicks

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