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Vigor Life Podcast

Vigor Life Podcast
Strength Training
Nutrition
Coaching
Personal Development
Program Design
Fitness
Sports Performance
Fitness Industry
Personal Training
Nutrition Coaching
Fitness Coaching
Fitness Programming
Conditioning
Resistance Training
Athleticism
Pain Management
Online Coaching
Aerobic Fitness
Physical Therapy
Athlete Development

Luka Hocevar is the owner of the nationally renowned Vigor Ground Fitness and Performance gym in Seattle and founding father of Vigor Move & Live in Slovenia, featured in Men's Health, Stack Magazine, Onnit Magazine, Entrepreneur Magazine, and on CBS. As a leading fitness and personal development coach this Vigor Life podcast is an extension of what Luka coaches every day and will provide tips, st... more

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It was great to finally get Eric on the show and talk in depth about muscle building for beginners, intermediates and advanced trainees, especially the longevity of it and what the science and art (experience and wisdom) show. This is a very insightf... more

I’ve known Dr. Spencer Nadolsky for well over a decade and he’s been my go to resource when it comes to GLP-1’s and any peptides that help with weight loss, metabolic health, health and performance in general. It was great to catch up and get the tru... more

Gareth Sapstead is a strength and performance coach, author, and the founder of EPT Lab.

For 20 years, Gareth has worked with Olympians, world champions, and high-performing professionals who all had the same problem: plenty of drive, but no margin ... more

I was really excited about getting Dr. Tommy Wood on the show. This topic is close to my heart with both my parents having Parkinsons disease, and my Mom passing away with it a couple of years ago. Not only is Dr. Tommy an authority on this topic, he... more

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Recent Guests

Eric Helms
Muscle and Strength Pyramid author, coach at 3DMJ
3D Muscle Journey / Team3DMJ
Episode: EP 226: The Science & Art Of Building Muscle for Beginners, Intermediates, and Advanced w/ Eric Helms
Spencer Nadolsky
Board-certified physician specializing in obesity medicine and fitness
Spencer Nadolsky, MD
Episode: EP 225: Dr. Spencer Nadolsky On The Truth About GLP-1’s, Weight Loss, and Strength Training
Gareth Sapstead
Coaching professional with extensive S&C background and gym owner
UK-based fitness coach and gym owner
Episode: EP 224: How To Build Athletics and Aesthetics, & Creating A Successful Coaching Business w/ Gareth Sapstead
Dr. Tommy Wood
Neuroscientist and Assistant Professor at UW
University of Washington
Episode: EP223: How To Supercharge Your Thinking, Future-Proof Your Brain & Stay Share At Any Age w/ Dr. Tommy Wood
Dr. Sean Pastuch
Founder of Active Life, focused on helping coaches build careers that solve chronic pain
Active Life
Episode: EP 222: The Principles & Strategies To Become An Elite Coach & Build A Successful Career w/ Dr. Sean Pastuch
Mladen Jovanovic
PhD, S&C coach, sports science data analyst and author
Episode: EP 221: How To Implement Agile Periodization, Coaching, and Fitness Business w/ Mladen Jovanovic
Brad Stulberg
Author and expert in high performance and mental well-being
Episode: EP 220: How To Develop Greatness and Deep Satisfaction in a Chaotic World w/ Brad Stulberg
AJ Roberts
Strength training expert and former powerlifter
Episode: EP 217: Conjugate Training and Westside Barbell Lessons To Build Strength For Life (For Anyone) with/ AJ Roberts
Dr. Justin Farnsworth
Physical therapist and strength coach with extensive experience in sports performance and rehabilitation
Episode: EP 214: Programming Around Pain & Making Gains In Strength & Performance When You’re Hurt w/ Dr. Justin Farnsworth

Host

Luka Hocevar
Host of Vigor Life Podcast, founder/leader at Vigor Ground Fitness and Performance

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 340 ratings
  • Athlete for Life

    Great guide for understanding and thinking about what training goals can be based on instead of ‘going to the gym and doing the same thing’. Thanks for sharing your knowledge!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    #4onthepitch
    Canada8 months ago
  • Best Podcast

    Love the Topics and Tips

    Great Motivation

    Excited about the series

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    fischerblaq
    Germanya year ago
  • Master coach

    Been in fitness industry singe 15 years and think That Luka is an incredible mentor which give us Pt’ all we need to improve and be better with our clients and behaviour in fitness industry.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Zi_dani
    Switzerland2 years ago
  • Great podcast for everything training

    Thank you for sharing your knowledge and expertise with us.

    7 strategies for getting and staying lean -

    Fantastic episode!! So many pearls of wisdom !!!!! Thank you !!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Allon Health & Wellness
    United States2 years ago
  • Great podcast

    Luka is a wealth of knowledge and it’s clear he is a student of the game and is always learning and refining his craft

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tdavies22
    United States2 years ago

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The show is praised for depth and breadth across fitness, business, and performance topics.
Guests are consistently high-quality, bringing real-world expertise and research-backed perspectives.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

EP 226: The Science & Art Of Building Muscle for Beginners, Intermediates, and Advanced w/ Eric Helms
Q: What are the big rocks in building muscle for beginners and beyond?
The core factors are sustainability, proper volume and stimulus per muscle group, progressive overload, and a flexible approach that accounts for life constraints, with emphasis on maintaining good movement patterns and gradually increasing work capacity over time.
EP 224: How To Build Athletics and Aesthetics, & Creating A Successful Coaching Business w/ Gareth Sapstead
Q: With so many coaching modalities, what would you advise a young coach to focus on first?
Find a mentor, learn from in-person events, build a body of work, then seek opportunities to train with and learn from others. Don't chase quick wins; invest in skills, systems, and relationships that create long-term value.
EP 221: How To Implement Agile Periodization, Coaching, and Fitness Business w/ Mladen Jovanovic
Q: Can you explain why planning should be viewed as a decision-making process rather than a fixed roadmap?
Mladen explains that traditional periodization assumes a level of predictability that doesn't exist in real-world scenarios, hence the need for adaptability.
EP 219: Program Design For Different Goals, Coaching “Challenging” Clients, Flexible Dieting, Coaching Cues with/ Cody McBroom
Q: How do you transition a client from tracking everything to intuitive eating for the high performer?
Redefining flexible dieting, transitioning before reaching the goal, and establishing personal identity and values around eating habits are key to helping clients move from tracking to intuitive eating.
EP 217: Conjugate Training and Westside Barbell Lessons To Build Strength For Life (For Anyone) with/ AJ Roberts
Q: What are some things you would do differently or devise for general population to help them get strong?
Focus on exercises with a good risk-to-reward ratio, looking at the body as a whole to ensure no overtraining of specific areas.

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A practical, theory-to-implementation focused show that blends evidence-based training with real-world coaching and business insights. The host guides conversations with leading coaches, researchers, physicians and authors to unpack strategies for sustainable muscle growth, fat loss, brain and metabolic health, injury resilience, and building a successful coaching practice. Episodes frequently highlight actionable frameworks, nuanced perspectives over dogma, and the importance of adaptability and ongoing learning for both individuals and professionals. A standout thread across episodes is the emphasis on combining science with coaching craft, whether discussing training periodization, weight management, or how to run and grow a fitness busi... more

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1. Eric Helms
2. Spencer Nadolsky
3. Gareth Sapstead
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5. Dr. Sean Pastuch
6. Mladen Jovanovic
7. Brad Stulberg
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