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Joe DeFranco's Industrial Strength Show

Joe DeFranco
Strength Training
Nutrition
Hypertrophy
Health and Fitness
Fitness
Defranco's Gym
Injury Prevention
Personal Training
Fitness Industry
Fitness Training
Exercise Selection
Shoulder Mobility
Health
Recovery
Gym Ownership
EMG Testing
Aging
Fitness Influencers
Westside For Skinny Bastards
Cold Plunging

World-renowned strength & conditioning coach Joe DeFranco shares his thoughts on training for peak performance, mindset, and living your passion. As the founder and owner of DeFranco's Gym, he also provides the business knowledge that helped him turn a 500-square-foot storage closet into a global brand. Each week, Joe will educate, motivate and entertain his audience by answering their questions a... more

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Latest Episodes

On this week's episode Joe & Smitty introduce the world to Derek Medeiros, aka, this year's SB911 GRAND CHAMPION! Highlights from this conversation include: Derek's mindset going into the SB911 Transformation Contest; How losing both of his parents a... more

On this week's show a listener asks Joe to review a workout that his son got from a popular "fitness influencer"...and Joe does NOT hold back with his critique! After dismantling the program, Joe fixes it and then explains how to spot a program writt... more

On this week's show Joe covers 4 topics: 1) How to kill your nighttime cravings WITHOUT killing your gains (Joe shares 4 of his favorite high protein, easy-to-prepare bedtime snacks that'll get ya jacked!) 2) How to train your lateral delts, biceps a... more

Joe kicks off this week's show with 3 big announcements regarding the Iron Business Blueprint, this month's "MuscleUp" supplement sale & NEW MERCH! He then answers 3 listener questions. Specific topics include: 1) Cardio vs Weights for Fat Loss 2) Th... more

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Recent Guests

Bret Contreras
The Glute Guy, world-renowned glute training expert
Episode: #563 - Bret Contreras: How To "Make It" in the Fitness Industry (Then vs Now), The Key to LONGTERM Progress & More!
Coach CARTright
Main character in the new children's book focusing on responsibility and kindness.
Episode: #549 Introducing The World To Coach CARTright!
Dr. Allan Bacon
Oral surgeon turned certified trainer and nutritionist
Episode: #540 The Nuanced TRUTH About Bulking, Fasting, Vegetable "Defense Chemicals" & More w/ Dr. Allan Bacon
Dr. John Rusin
Founder and CEO of Pain-Free Performance Certifications
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Episode: #539 Principle-Based Programming & Pain-Free Gains w/ Dr. John Rusin
Josh Bryant
A world-renowned strength coach, author, and former strongest man in America.
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Episode: #538 Josh Bryant On The Nuanced Aspects of Building Strength, Muscle and Speed As We Age
Beth Feraco
Online health and fitness coach focusing on no-nonsense advice for achieving health goals
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Episode: #527 Calling Out The Bullsh*t & Misinformation in the Fitness Industry w/ Beth Feraco!
Paul Levesque
WWE Superstar and Hall of Fame Inductee
WWE
Episode: Industrial Strength REPLAY: Episode #55 w/ Paul "Triple H" Levesque!
Dean Somerset
Personal trainer with extensive real-world experience in rehabilitation and training.
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Episode: #511 How To Train Through & Around Common Injuries w/ Dean Somerset
Pete Holman
Physical therapist, certified strength and conditioning specialist, inventor, and former US National Taekwondo Champion
Episode: #506 Does Strength Decline After The Age of 40? [Pete Holman & Joe D. discuss the nuanced details]

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Joe DeFranco
Host of The Industrial Strength Show

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 2.3k ratings
  • Joe D

    Since about 7 years l‘m listening to your podcast every week 🥊 Go ahead I love it 🤗 Greetings Nadia

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Today in
    Switzerland4 months ago
  • Bugalugs77 Review

    Great podcast, have been listening to your podcast for over 10 years from Australia As a Warrant Officer Class 2 in the Australian Army with many service related injuries I have taken a lot of your training and health advice and it has really helped me

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bugalugs77
    Australia5 months ago
  • Educational and Entertaining

    I have been an avid listener of Coach D's podcast for I can’t remember how long. THAT’S just how long!! His podcasts are both super informative and entertaining A-F. Coach D's ability to present complex concepts in a straight-forward and engaging manner is truly remarkable. I never leave an episode without taking with me some newfound knowledge. I also enjoy how he gives us a peak behind the curtain of his life with personal stories, etc. Love the podcast. I highly recommend you give it a shot! ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gino0007
    United States6 months ago
  • World Class

    I’ve been listening to The Industrial Strength show for about 8 years. The podcast is the perfect compliment to Joe’s Team Forever Strong training app. When combined, you have a world class strength and conditioning coach in your pocket. At age 41, I am the strongest I’ve ever been while implementing DeFranco’s techniques and programming.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cramirez02
    United States7 months ago
  • A True Inspiration – Thank You, Coach DeFranco

    I’ve been following Joe DeFranco since 2011, when I first discovered him while studying Strength & Conditioning at university. From that point on, he’s been a massive inspiration to me — both in and out of the gym.

    Joe’s content, training methods, and no-nonsense life advice have shaped not only my own training but also my career. I started out running my first gym from a single-car garage, and today I’m proud to have moved into my own private facility. I honestly don’t think I’d be where I am ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Elliot Woodage
    United Kingdom7 months ago

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Shows deliver practical training and business insights with no-nonsense style.
Consistently entertaining while teaching real-world coaching and entrepreneurship lessons.
Listeners praise actionable tips and long-term perspective on aging and performance.
Community around the show and apps is a valuable resource for staying consistent.

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#573 Bedtime Snacks That'll Get Ya JACKED (+ Bodyweight-Only Arm/Delt Training & More!)
Q: What are you currently training for and what program are you on?
The host is pursuing bodyweight-focused goals, with Lean Bastard in development and plans to launch it around his 51st birthday; he emphasizes bodyweight strength progressions and a future, comprehensive program while balancing Team Forever Strong commitments.
#572 Training To Failure vs 0 RIR: The Difference MATTERS (+ Summer Shred Lies EXPOSED)
Q: Is there a difference between training to failure and zero reps in reserve, and why does it matter?
Yes, there is a meaningful difference; while failure can occur with zero RIR, not all zero-RIR sets are to failure. In main lifts, keep one rep in reserve or stop at a grinder with controlled form, while some accessory work can reach true failure if pre-programmed, because technique and safety guide progress.
#572 Training To Failure vs 0 RIR: The Difference MATTERS (+ Summer Shred Lies EXPOSED)
Q: What's your take on direct ab training for visible abs when diet is on point?
Direct ab work is beneficial for hypertrophy and aesthetic pop, but fat loss must come from nutrition; the most effective approach combines weighted trunk flexion exercises with a solid nutrition plan and sleep, ensuring the core muscles are developed while body fat decreases.
#572 Training To Failure vs 0 RIR: The Difference MATTERS (+ Summer Shred Lies EXPOSED)
Q: Why is weight training more important than cardio for achieving a lean summer body for women?
Weight training helps preserve or build lean muscle, which supports a faster metabolism and healthier hormone balance, allowing for more calories to be eaten while staying lean, and prevents the loss of muscle mass that cardio alone can cause when dieting.
#561 The Smallest Body Part with The Biggest Impact on Longevity (Q&A)
Q: What do you think about the disconnect between PTs and strength coaches?
I believe they both have misconceptions about each other's approaches, but communication is key.

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A practical, no-nonsense show focused on strength training, athletic performance, and real-world coaching business principles. Episodes frequently explore long-term training strategies, injury prevention, and the realities of building and running a gym, often featuring interviews with top athletes, coaches, and industry leaders. The host blends hands-on coaching wisdom with personal stories, making complex concepts accessible and actionable for trainers, athletes, gym owners, and fitness enthusiasts who want sustainable results and a clear path through hype. A noteworthy strength is the willingness to tackle both performance and business topics with honesty and humor, which helps listeners apply ideas to their own careers and fitness journe... more

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