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Barbell Medicine Podcast

Barbell Medicine
Strength Training
Resistance Training
Exercise
Weight Management
Obesity
Rhabdomyolysis
Pain Management
Nutrition
Heart Disease
Glp-1 Receptor Agonists
Hypertrophy
Blood Pressure
Weight Loss
Crossfit
Hypertension
Cholesterol
Barbell Medicine
Cortisol
Diet
Energy Expenditure

Podcast by Barbell Medicine

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes446Founded10 years ago
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Muscle is where most of the glucose goes, and muscle insulin resistance is the first thing that breaks on the road to type 2 diabetes. Both of those are true, and neither one means that building more muscle is the treatment for obesity. This episode ... more

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Most men who start testosterone never needed it, and some who genuinely do never get treated. In the final episode of the Signal series, Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum and Dr. Austin Baraki work through who actually needs testosterone replacement, who got sol... more

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In 2004 a surgeon removed about ten kilograms of fat from fifteen women and measured everything that mattered. Nothing improved. Four years later, it still hadn't.

That result should have ended an argument about body fat. Instead the argument got mo... more

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A popular paper claimed the longevity benefit of lifting disappears once you train more than an hour a week. It's a real paper, but the claim is a misread. This is the free cut of this month's Direct Line, where Drs. Feigenbaum and Baraki also take o... more

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Recent Guests

Anne-Sophie Fluri
Neuroscientist and founder of Brain Wave
Brain Wave
Episode: Episode #374: Mental Strategies: Neuroscience, Visualization, and Developing Resilience with Anne-Sophie Fluri
Dr. Austin Baraki
Expert internal medicine physician, known for his insightful medical analysis
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Episode: Episode #372: Smells Like Teen Spirit
Dr. Sohee Carpenter
Evidence-based fitness coach, author, and expert in sports science.
Self-Employed
Episode: Episode #370: Dr. Sohee Carpenter on High-Intensity Circuits vs. Traditional Lifting, New Research, and Coaching Her Mom
Dr. Franco Impellizzeri
Exercise physiologist and expert in training load and injury prevention
University of Technology Sydney
Episode: Episode #367: Training Load ft. Dr. Franco Impellizzeri
Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple
Expert in muscle physiology and endocrinology
Episode: Episode #365: Cycle Syncing, Fasted Cardio, The Pink Tax and More ft. Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple
Alan Thrall
Owner and operator of Untamed Strength, California's strongest man in the middleweight division, and drummer for Dr. Teeth and the Electric Mayhem Band.
Untamed Strength
Episode: Episode #327: Untamed Strength Update ft. Alan Thrall
Adam Meakins
Health and fitness professional
None specified
Episode: Episode #300: Q/A With The Best Health and Fitness Pros
Dr. Spencer Nadolsky
Doctor and obesity specialist
None specified
Episode: Episode #300: Q/A With The Best Health and Fitness Pros
Dr. Carl Nadolsky
Endocrinologist and obesity specialist
None specified
Episode: Episode #300: Q/A With The Best Health and Fitness Pros

Hosts

Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum
Host of Barbell Medicine Podcast, Barbell Medicine
Dr. Austin Baraki
Co-host of Barbell Medicine Podcast, Barbell Medicine

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 3k ratings
  • Clinically backed information

    Just found this podcast and very glad I did. The information sites validated studies and clinical trials and the hosts are quick to point out arguments for and against. They are knowledgeable but don’t pretend to know it all.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ac852
    United Statesa month ago
  • Great stuff

    Podcast Addict
    5
    mistergin
    2 months ago
  • Awesome EBM

    As a fellow physician, looking to optimize both my own health, as well as my patients’, it is refreshing to hear the pushback and counter narrative on the fast and loose approach to medical science in the commercial “longevity”, and “wellness” space. Please keep up the great work!

    -Dr. Robb Bassett

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dr. Robb Bassett
    United States4 months ago
  • This pod is a main meal

    This podcast will give you a solid base of health and fitness knowledge. Cuts through hyperbolic BS. Will get you focussed on what really matters; blood pressure training volume, normal healthy food, not obsessing about testosterone. Their personalities will make you feel at home when you’re listening. Lots of inside jokes and nuance. They got you covered.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cdn Army Log SM
    Canada5 months ago
  • Dangerous advice

    I have only listened to a few…. Thank heavens! Their episode 381 and recommendation on how much vitamin D one should take (600-800 iu) is grossly inaccurate. Better to listen to someone who has better more accurate information.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    homeyFanCM
    United States7 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate case-files segments and actionable training tips.
Gush about evidence-based, nuanced discussions and practical guidance.
Hosts debunk hype and emphasize data over muscle-bound hype.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#180
United States/Health & Fitness
Apple Podcasts
#189
Canada/Health & Fitness
Apple Podcasts
#206
United Kingdom/Health & Fitness
Apple Podcasts
#179
Australia/Health & Fitness
Apple Podcasts
#207
Germany/Health & Fitness
Apple Podcasts
#87
India/Health & Fitness

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Lifting and longevity: is 1 hour a week really the limit? Plus GLP1s and mood, training with ME/CFS, and Protein vs. Calories
Q: Is a calorie really a calorie, especially when protein is increased and calories are held constant?
Protein can influence energy balance by displacing higher-calorie foods and increasing the thermic effect of food, but overall weight loss still hinges on energy balance; higher protein may lead to greater lean mass gains when combined with resistance training, though measurement methods like bioelectrical impedance have limitations.
Lifting and longevity: is 1 hour a week really the limit? Plus GLP1s and mood, training with ME/CFS, and Protein vs. Calories
Q: Next question is on GLP-1s. Will we ever sufficiently talk about GLP-1s such that all of the questions have been answered?
The panel discusses mood and energy effects, noting mood generally remains stable or improves modestly, with any negative mood effects being uncommon and often dose-dependent; practical management includes dose adjustment and potentially combining with other agents like bupropion to mitigate motivational side effects.
What’s Actually Driving Your Testosterone Down? | Signal Ep 3
Q: What is the dominant driver of low testosterone in most adults today?
The dominant driver is excess adiposity and obesity-related factors that disrupt the hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal axis, with weight loss and metabolic improvements being the most effective means to raise testosterone, rather than automatically prescribing TRT.
Is Creatine Causing Your Shin Pain? + Splitting Training, Endometriosis for Lifters | Direct Line · May 2026
Q: Three questions from this month's episode. First up, a mid-thirties woman with bilateral shin pain wants to know if her creatine is causing it.
The hosts explain the differential diagnosis, emphasizing that while chronic exertional compartment syndrome is possible, imaging and clinical context are crucial, and a medical workup is recommended to distinguish between vascular, neural, or orthopedic causes before concluding creatine is responsible.
Direct Line April 2026: Stopping Ozempic and Lifting With Osteopenia
Q: What does long-term maintenance look like after GLP-1 therapy?
Maintenance typically involves a combination of ongoing medication (when appropriate), lifestyle interventions (diet and exercise), and gradual dose adjustments, with many patients needing some form of long-term management rather than a finite course.

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A data-driven, evidence-based health and fitness show that widely covers training science, nutrition, and weight management with a practical, coaching-friendly angle. Episodes frequently challenge common myths, discuss emerging therapies (like GLP-1s) and real-world training strategies, and feature long-form debates and case-based content. Noteworthy is the emphasis on nuance, transparent discussion of uncertainty, and sponsor-integrated practical guidance for trainees, clinicians, and coaches alike. The show stands out for its rigor, approachable explanations, and willingness to question hype in the wellness space, making it a strong fit for professionals seeking clinically grounded insights and actionable takeaways.

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1. Iron Culture presented by MASS
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1. Anne-Sophie Fluri
2. Dr. Austin Baraki
3. Dr. Sohee Carpenter
4. Dr. Franco Impellizzeri
5. Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple
6. Alan Thrall
7. Adam Meakins
8. Dr. Spencer Nadolsky

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