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Lift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew Coates

Andrew Coates
Strength Training
Nutrition
Fitness Industry
Obesity
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Physical Therapy
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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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Dr. Darren Candow is one of the world’s leading researchers and authorities on creatine and joins me to separate what we know from what is still hype.

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Dr. Tony Boutagy holds a PhD in Exercise and Sports Science and returns to dive into the research on sex differences, muscle growth, aging, cardio, recovery, grip strength, and several persistent myths in the fitness industry.

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Ben Yanes makes his long-overdue first appearance on the podcast and brings his trademark nuance to assessment, biomechanics, exercise selection, injury narratives, science-based fitness, and what good coaching actually looks like in the real world. more

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Max Aita is an elite strength coach and accomplished competitor who joins me to share lessons from decades of training, coaching, and studying some of the most influential strength systems in history.

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Recent Guests

Ben Yanes
Biomechanics educator and communicator in fitness
Modern Meathead
Episode: #495 Ben Yanes - Why Your Assessment Might Be a Waste of Time
Max Aita
Elite strength coach with competitive history in powerlifting and Olympic lifting
Coach Logic; Umbrella Team (as coach); former Juggernaut Training System affiliate
Episode: #494 Max Aita - The Best Principles From the Bulgarian, Russian, and American Strength Systems
Austin Baraki
MD, internal medicine physician; co-founder of Barbell Medicine
Barbell Medicine
Episode: #491 Dr. Austin Baraki - Are Testosterone Levels Really in Massive Decline?
Q Willey
Doctor of physical therapy, certified strength and conditioning coach
Episode: #490 Q Willey - Does Training With Barbells Cause More Injuries?
Dr. Pak Androulakis-Korakakis
PhD in sports science, author of Train Smarter, Not Longer
Author, Train Smarter, Not Longer
Episode: #489 Dr. Pak Androulakis-Korakakis - The Minimum Effective Dose for Muscle Building
Gary McGowan
Medical doctor with a master's in preventative cardiology; physical therapist and fitness coach
Triage Method; Dr. Gary McGowan
Episode: #488 Dr. Gary McGowan - Cholesterol, High Blood Pressure, and Cardiovascular Disease
Joe DeFranco
Owner of DeFranco's Gym, host of the Industrial Strength Show
DeFranco's Gym
Episode: #487 Joe DeFranco - Long Live In-Person Training
Alberto Nunez
WNBF Pro Bodybuilder, co-founder of Team 3DMJ
Team 3DMJ
Episode: #486 Alberto Nunez - Zen and the Art of Bodybuilding
Dr. Andy Galpin
PhD in human bioenergetics; executive director, Human Performance Center at Parker University; host of Perform with Dr. Andy Galpin
University/Researcher (Human Performance)
Episode: #485 Dr Andy Galpin - Sleep Masterclass

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Andrew Coates
Host of Lift Free And Diet Hard

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 238 ratings
  • Great content but sound quality could be better

    Love the guests and topics, but the sound quality for both host and guests are sometimes glitchy and hard to listen to.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Embot04
    United States2 months ago
  • 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 Statesa year 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
    Canadaa year 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 Statesa year ago
  • Great stuff

    Andrew is one of the best in the industry

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dan Feld
    United Statesa year ago

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Fans value the host's ability to draw relatable lessons from experts and apply them to real-world training.
Many appreciate the science-backed discussions and clear coaching takeaways.

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#247
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

#492 Jason Brown - In Defense of Zone 2 Cardio
Q: How should one balance Zone 2 with resistance training and daily life stress?
Treat aerobic work as a bridge and regulator; prioritize resistance training while using Zone 2 to support autonomic balance and recovery, adjusting based on HRV, resting heart rate, and overall life stress.
#492 Jason Brown - In Defense of Zone 2 Cardio
Q: What is the practical minimum dose of Zone 2 work for someone starting out?
Start from what the individual can consistently commit to, then gradually accumulate time and regulate stress; even 30 minutes a few times a week can be meaningful if it fits the person's schedule and stress levels.
#493 Christian Thibaudeau - Training With Isometrics, Eccentrics, Complexes, and Cluster Sets
Q: What cautions would you give about eccentric training and how to balance eccentric, concentric, and overall load for sustainable progress?
Eccentrics are powerful but can cause more muscle damage and soreness; balance with adequate recovery, consider that faster eccentric work on isokinetic or heavy eccentric efforts can dramatically boost strength but should be integrated gradually to avoid overtraining and prolonged impairment.
#493 Christian Thibaudeau - Training With Isometrics, Eccentrics, Complexes, and Cluster Sets
Q: How would you define and use complex and cluster training in practice for athletes or advanced lifters?
Complexes are multi-station sequences within a single movement pattern that train strength, speed, and reactive power across the force-velocity spectrum, while clusters implement rest intervals between reps to keep fatigue low and force production high, enabling enhanced strength and hypertrophy with better quality sets.
#493 Christian Thibaudeau - Training With Isometrics, Eccentrics, Complexes, and Cluster Sets
Q: Could you break down the utility of isometrics and explain overcoming vs yielding isometrics for enthusiasts and entry-level coaches?
Overcoming isometrics are best for fixing weak points and acute strength gains at a specific joint angle with low fatigue, while yielding isometrics are versatile for tension, range-of-motion improvements, tendon strengthening, and hypertrophy, particularly when using longer holds and varied position endpoints.

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Lift Free And Diet Hard explores the science and practical application of building strength, optimizing training, and living a disciplined, high-performance lifestyle. Across episodes, topics routinely center on advanced training methods (isometrics, eccentrics, complexes, cluster sets), endurance and conditioning strategies, sleep and recovery, hormonal and cardiovascular considerations, and coaching dynamics for both general populations and competitive athletes. The show stands out for pairing rigorous scientific discussion with actionable coaching insights, practical program design tips, and candid conversations about real-world adherence, injury risk, and lifestyle factors that influence long-term results. It tends to feature renowned r... more

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2. Max Aita
3. Austin Baraki
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