Lift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew Coates

Andrew Coates

Strength Training

Nutrition

Fitness Industry

Mental Health

Obesity

Fitness

Fitness Coaching

Resistance Training

Injury Prevention

Weight Loss

Social Media

Glp-1 Agonists

Ozempic

Physical Therapy

Nutrition Tracking

Muscle Mass

Bodybuilding

Exercise

Personal Training

Health and Wellness

The Lift Free and Diet Hard Podcast dives deep into the science and practice of living a strong, healthy, and intentional life. Hosted by Andrew Coates, the show brings together inspiring guests to share insights, stories, and practical advice that empower listeners to build confidence, make informed choices, and stay resilient in their fitness and wellness journeys. Every episode encourages thoug... more

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Publishes	Twice weekly	Episodes	463	Founded	9 years ago
Number of Listeners		Category	Health & Fitness

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Latest Episodes

#472 Dr Eric Helms - Do You Need To Train To Failure, Do You Need More Than 1 Set, Do You Need More Than 6 Reps To Build Muscle?

Dr. Eric Helms returns to add important nuance to the extreme and absolute claims we see on social media about building muscle.

Have you ever heard the following claims:

“Only the last 5 reps count, everything else is junk volume”

“You need to tra... more

25 May 2026 • 1 hr 26 min

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#471 Dr Meghan Sak-Ocbina - Things Your Physical Therapist Wishes You Knew

Dr Meghan Sak-Ocbina is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and Strength Coach and joins the show to share her expertise on:

All the things your physical therapist wishes you knew

The issues within the system that make their role more difficult

The chall... more

21 May 2026 • 53 min

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#470 Martin MacDonald - Why Aggressive Dieting Works Better Than Slow Dieting

Martin MacDonald is one of my longest sought after guests and we finally got to sit down and record a podcast. And it’s worth the wait.

You’ve heard the narratives about:

Faster weight loss causes greater weight regain later

Slower fat loss leads ... more

19 May 2026 • 2 hrs 8 min

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#469 Angus Bradley - “I Used To Think Zone 3 Was No Man’s Land, Now It’s Where I Spend Most Of My Training”

Angus Bradley is one of the most entertaining and educational strength coaches in the industry. I learn new things frequently so I needed to pick his brain in this podcast interview. Angus’s excitement and enthusiasm for our craft is infectious in th... more

14 May 2026 • 54 min

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Recent Guests

Martin MacDonald

Founder of Mac Nutrition and MNU; Clinical performance nutritionist

Mac Nutrition Uni / Mac Nutrition

Episode: #470 Martin MacDonald - Why Aggressive Dieting Works Better Than Slow Dieting

Krista Scott-Dixon

Author and nutrition coach educator

Stumptuous / kristascottdixon.com

Episode: #468 Krista Scott-Dixon - Hunger, Behavior Change, and Identity

Jordan Feigenbaum

Certified strength and conditioning coach, MD, founder of Barbell Medicine

Barbell Medicine

Episode: #467 Dr Jordan Feigenbaum - Why GLP-1 Drugs Cause Less Muscle Loss Than People Think

Erica Mulholland

Strength coach specializing in young female athletes

Author of Female Athlete High Performance

Episode: #466 Erica Mulholland - Managing Injuries In Female Youth Sports

Trevor Kouritzin

Formulator for Allmax Nutrition; industry chemist with a medical background

Allmax Nutrition

Episode: #465 Dr Trevor Kouritzin - Supplement Quality, Safety, and Counterfeiting

Mike Doehla

Founder, architect and former owner of Stronger U

Stronger U

Episode: #463 Mike Doehla - Nutrition Coaching With GLP-1s, AI, and Changes to the Business Landscape

Annie Short

Hypermobile strength coach, bachelor of exercise science, competitive power lifter

Annie Short Strength

Episode: #462 Annie Short - Hypermobility Masterclass

Dr Emily Dow

Professor of Exercise and Nutritional Sciences

Professor (PhD) at an academic institution

Episode: #460 Dr Emily Dow - Creatine, Wearable Devices, Net Carbs, and Gut Microbiome

Katie Dabrowski

Doctor of Physical Therapy, Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach, adjunct professor

Old Bull Athletics / University of Miami (adjunct)

Episode: #458 Dr Katie Dabrowski – The Role of Metabolic Health and Obesity In Injury Rehab

Host

Andrew Coates

Host and lead interviewer focused on science-based fitness, nutrition, and coaching

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 229 ratings

Thorough and thoughtful
Great guests, interesting discussions. Educational and entertaining, feels warm and accessible without the extra chatting that can make some fitness podcasts feel too long!
Apple Podcasts
5
HDdancer
United States8 months ago
Great podcast
Love listening to Andrew and the Lift Free, Diet Hard podcast while I’m in the gym. The knowledge, experience, and practical advice he shares always keep me learning and motivated.
Apple Podcasts
5
Tyler J Weiland
Canada8 months ago
Insightful & Relatable
Normally I listen to podcasts while working out. It keeps my motivation going. But Andrew's conversations with his guests are so fun that I listen to them whenever I can. Very insightful even for coaches like me. Highly recommended for anyone who is in the fitness industry and wants relatable and authentic conversations about fitness and coaching.
Apple Podcasts
5
Tanvir Hasan Britto
United States8 months ago
Great stuff
Andrew is one of the best in the industry
Apple Podcasts
5
Dan Feld
United States8 months ago
Great content; incessant ads
The interviews are usually fantastic. Really great content. But of all the podcasts I listen to, this one has foreign away the most intrusive and frequent advertisements. Sometimes it feels like there is one every three minutes.
Apple Podcasts
3
Nygmorcal
United States9 months ago

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Coaches and trainers value the actionable coaching tactics and real-world examples.

Listeners praise the depth and practicality of insights from guests and the host's ability to make science accessible.

The show is noted for high-quality guests and a thoughtful, non-sanitized discussion of fitness topics.

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Apple Podcasts	#145	United Kingdom/Health & Fitness
Apple Podcasts	#48	Indonesia/Health & Fitness
Apple Podcasts	#70	Argentina/Health & Fitness
Apple Podcasts	#80	Hong Kong/Health & Fitness
Apple Podcasts	#88	Ireland/Health & Fitness
Apple Podcasts	#160	Switzerland/Health & Fitness

Talking Points

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#467 Dr Jordan Feigenbaum - Why GLP-1 Drugs Cause Less Muscle Loss Than People Think

Q: Is overtraining a real condition, and how should people think about training loads?

Overtraining as a formal syndrome is rare; most fatigue is due to energy availability, sleep, and stress. The focus should be on recruitment of training load that maximizes adaptations while staying within the individual's recovery capacity.

#466 Erica Mulholland - Managing Injuries In Female Youth Sports

Q: What role does sleep and nutrition play in injury prevention for teens?

Sleep supports brain function and hormonal balance essential for recovery, while nutrition ensures enough energy and macronutrients; together they support training adaptations and reduce fatigue-related injury risk.

#465 Dr Trevor Kouritzin - Supplement Quality, Safety, and Counterfeiting

Q: What factors should a consumer look for to avoid counterfeit or low-quality products online, especially on marketplaces like Amazon?

Look for brands with strong labeling quality, dark-colored packaging for oxidizable products like omega-3s, clear ingredient lists and high-quality magnesium forms, and brands with independent testing or certifications. If a product uses cheap inputs or shows spelling errors on the label, it's a red flag about quality controls.

#465 Dr Trevor Kouritzin - Supplement Quality, Safety, and Counterfeiting

Q: Why are proprietary blends considered risky or problematic for consumers, and how should brands disclose ingredients?

Proprietary blends can obscure exact dosages of each component, masking underdosed active ingredients or hiding potentially harmful combinations. Reputable brands should disclose full ingredient lists with exact dosages and avoid proprietary blends to maintain transparency, taste, texture, and consumer trust.

#465 Dr Trevor Kouritzin - Supplement Quality, Safety, and Counterfeiting

Q: What are the main regulatory differences between Canada and the U.S. when it comes to supplements, and how does Health Canada approval impact getting products to market?

Health Canada requires an NPN and a formal approval process that can take about 12 months, during which the product must pass safety checks, dosage validation, ingredient review, and labeling accuracy before it can be manufactured or sold. This makes the Canadian market slower but safer, with regulators actively reviewing claims and dosages.

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The show centers on evidence-based coaching, nutrition, and strength training, often featuring practitioners who blend academic insight with real-world coaching experience. Episodes frequently explore how science applies to appetite, weight management, injury prevention, training load, and the evolving landscape of online coaching, AI tools, and regulatory issues in supplements. A standout trait is the mix of rigorous perspectives from nutrition and fitness science with practical coaching tactics, anecdotes, and actionable takeaways. Listeners can expect deep dives into physiology, behavior change, and sustainable coaching practices, with a candid focus on helping trainers and enthusiasts level up their craft while staying wary of hype and ... more

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1. Martin MacDonald
2. Krista Scott-Dixon
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6. Mike Doehla
7. Annie Short
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