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Barbell Shrugged

Barbell Shrugged
Nutrition
Gut Health
Health Optimization
Testosterone
Strength Training
Stress Management
Sleep
Mental Health
Crossfit
Fitness
Muscle Health
Cortisol
Springbok Analytics
Athletic Performance
Micronutrients
Metabolic Health
Exercise Physiology
Exercise
Blood Work
Weight Loss

New episode every Wednesday! Join the Barbell Shrugged crew in conversations about fitness, training, and frequent interviews w/ CrossFit Games athletes!

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In this episode, Doug Larson, Dr. Mike Lane, and Coach Travis Mash break down what it actually means to train tactical athletes such as police officers, firefighters, military personnel, SWAT teams, cadets, and first responders who may be called into... more

In this episode, strength coach, educator, and IFAST co-founder Mike Robertson joins Doug Larson, Dr. Mike Lane, and Coach Travis Mash to talk about how serious lifters and athletes can train hard without destroying their bodies in the process. Mike ... more

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Mike Robertson
Powerlifter and strength coach, founder of Robertson Training Systems
Robertson Training Systems
Episode: How to Train Hard Without Breaking Down with Mike Robertson, Doug Larson, Dr. Mike Lane and Coach Travis Mash #850
Mike Lane
Dr. Mike Lane, PhD
Rapid Health Optimization / Artelab (mentioned)
Episode: How We Use Athlete Monitoring to Train Smarter w/ Doug Larson, Dr. Mike Lane and Coach Travis Mash #849
Travis Mash
Coach Travis Mash
Mash Elite Performance
Episode: How We Use Athlete Monitoring to Train Smarter w/ Doug Larson, Dr. Mike Lane and Coach Travis Mash #849
Andy Galpin
Professor and researcher
Arete Lab/University affiliation
Episode: Cardio For Strength Athletes w/ Doug Larson, Dr. Mike Lane and Coach Travis Mash #848
Ben Steel
Certified mental performance consultant and mental health counselor
Rapid Health Optimization; Examined Life Counseling
Episode: The Psychology of Self-Sabotage w/ Dr. Ben Steel, Doug Larson, Travis Mash & Dr. Mike Lane #847
Cody Taylor
Ultra Endurance Athlete
Self-coached/New Normal coaching
Episode: 550 Mile Races w/ Cody Taylor, Doug Larson, Travis Mash & Dr. Mike Lane #845
Rami Alhamad
CEO of Alma Nutrition
Alma Nutrition
Episode: How AI Is Changing Nutrition Coaching with Rami Alhamad with Doug Larson, Travis Mash & Dr. Mike Lane #844
Scott Charland
Longtime strength conditioning coach, leads sports performance system
Parkview Sports Medicine
Episode: The 20-Rep Squat Method with Scott Charland, Doug Larson, Travis Mash & Dr. Mike Lane #841
Jeremy Carlson
Head strength and conditioning coach at Center College
Center College
Episode: Culture, Buy-in and Stronger Athletes with Jeremy Carlson, Doug Larson, Travis Mash & Dr. Mike Lane #840

Hosts

Doug Larson
Host of Barbell Shrugged
Travis Mash
Coach
Dr. Mike Lane
Coach/PhD

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 3.6k ratings
  • Not the same

    Just isn’t the same level of vibe and knowledge without Chris. These guys seem like they’re more in it for monetary gain as opposed to a true desire and love of sport.

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    Edman86861
    United States5 months ago
  • I like them a lot, but…

    I listen to nearly ever show these guys put out. They’re fun, interesting, informative, knowledgeable, and have great camaraderie. I never feel like I’ve wasted my time listening. My only complaint is that the titles of the episodes lead me to believe that they are about to discuss some highly relevant topic in great detail. However, what general happens is that they start in on a topic and end up rabbit trailing on various aspects of it. Thereby only staying very surface. Don’t get me wrong, it... more

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    4
    fiatfill
    United States2 years ago
  • Love the Energy

    Great to hear the excitement of living purposefully and in a healthy mindset. Getting older it’s vital to stay moving and limber. Listening to the kids episode I have some feedback about family dinners. You guys glaze over its importance ( or unimportance) and state that the kids don’t sit still or throw food or knock chairs over. I have three boys 2,4,5 and we have had family dinners since day one. I knew that with hard work and repetitive behavior the kids would learn to eat their foods in a c... more

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    4
    Romans army
    United States2 years ago
  • Inadequate

    As an open-minded, academically trained endocrinologist who aggressively promotes lifestyle changes to optimize hormonal health I was disappointed by the episode on menopause. There was enough misleading info in that episode that I won’t be recommending this podcast to my patients. Please avoid making sweeping statements about hormones and conventional medicine - it weakens the potential power of your intended message.

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    3
    EndocrineMD
    United States3 years ago
  • I’m so I glad I found this podcast!

    I just listened to the episode about menopause and fitness with Dr. Abbie Smith-Ryan. I have weight trained for over 30 years, but I am realizing I definitely need to up my game with protein and also supplementation now that Im post menopausal. The entire episode was incredibly helpful and informative.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mbrohms
    United States3 years ago

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Praise for energy and actionable strategies in nutrition and training.
Listeners appreciate the practical, science-backed coaching insights.
Some criticism about lack of depth on certain physiological topics.
Mixed reactions to pacing and occasional promotional segments.
Positive feedback on guest variety and real-world applicability.

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How We Use Athlete Monitoring to Train Smarter w/ Doug Larson, Dr. Mike Lane and Coach Travis Mash #849
Q: What movements or tests do you prioritize when you're monitoring athletes outside of pure strength sports?
Absolute strength tests like squat and deadlift with body-weight relative metrics, plus body composition and multi-planar movement screens, provide a broad, practical view of an athlete's readiness and adaptation.
How We Use Athlete Monitoring to Train Smarter w/ Doug Larson, Dr. Mike Lane and Coach Travis Mash #849
Q: Can you explain how you use these measurements day-to-day to adjust training load?
If a marker shifts by about 5-10%, we adjust gradually, prioritizing volume reductions over intensity to avoid deconditioning while preserving high-quality work.
The Psychology of Self-Sabotage w/ Dr. Ben Steel, Doug Larson, Travis Mash & Dr. Mike Lane #847
Q: What are the most common ways athletes self-sabotage themselves, and how can they start addressing these patterns?
Common patterns include black-and-white thinking, perfectionism, and social comparison. The approach is to build confidence through repeated, small-actions and to replace unhelpful thoughts with more adaptive ones, while also setting up pre-performance routines and a plan for potential setbacks.
550 Mile Races w/ Cody Taylor, Doug Larson, Travis Mash & Dr. Mike Lane #845
Q: What does it mean to race or attempt a record 'unsupported'?
Unsupported means carrying all nutrition, filtering water on trail, sleeping outdoors, and receiving no outside help; proof and tracking via wearable devices and logs ensure legitimacy of FKTs.
Fat Free Mass Index Explained: A Better Body Comp Metric for Athletes with Dr. Andrew Jagim, Doug Larson, Travis Mash & Dr. Mike Lane #837
Q: Do you feel like you did everything you kind of set out to do there, or is there a next domino to fall here? What's the next phase of fat free mass index?
There is more work to be done, especially on the lower end to align FFMI with health metrics and bone data, and to understand how FFMI relates to things like female athlete triad; future research is needed to better interpret low FFMI values and their health implications.

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What is Barbell Shrugged about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on practical performance science for athletes and active adults, with deep dives into athlete monitoring, conditioning, nutrition, and mental performance. Episodes blend data-driven methods (readiness testing, VO2, FFMI, AI-powered coaching) with real-world coaching stories from weightlifting, endurance, and team sport contexts. Notable is the ongoing emphasis on translating lab concepts into actionable training and lifestyle decisions, plus a penchant for interviewing practitioners and researchers who translate science into coaching practice. The format often features a tight-knit host trio and frequent guest experts, delivering candid dialogue, practical takeaways, and behind-the-scenes coaching insights that appeal to pr... more

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3. Travis Mash
4. Andy Galpin
5. Ben Steel
6. Cody Taylor
7. Rami Alhamad
8. Scott Charland

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