Adam Peeler Fitness Podcast

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Timestamps0:25 - Training maxes: how to set them, how to use them, and when to change them and how to use them16:36 - Should you push for PR’s every block and have that be a consistent goal for every training block, or is there value to periodizing block goals where you modify peak intensity exposure to build and create training momentum?31:25 - The importance of failing and making mistakes in training and having setbacks to know how to respond to them, understanding where your limits are, and developing resiliency33:43 - Misconceptions about deloads37:42 - Determining block length: when an athlete might benefit from a shorter or longer block44:10 - Programming downsets - situations where you would use: straight sets, ascending sets, descending sets, determining % back off from top set, how hard should back off sets be, common mistakes made when programming downsetsSteve's Website - https://prsontheplatform.com/Steve's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/prs_performance/Powerlifting Now - https://powerlifting-now.com/Apply For Coaching - https://bit.ly/3QpfduxMy Instagram - https://bit.ly/3Uy2zfbMacroFactor Diet Tracking App (Use code PEELER for a 2-Week FREE Trial!) - https://bit.ly/49Vz2ADLeviathan Nutrition (Code: ADAM10) - https://leviathan-nutrition.com/Built Bar (code PEELER for 10% off) - https://builtbar.com/

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Timestamps0:54 - Troubleshooting programming when - lower % work feels strong, but top end feels detrained11:59 - Troubleshooting programming when the lifter feels a general lack of “pop” and explosiveness on primary days18:37 - The importance of incorporating novelty in programming to ensure progress continues for athletes and strategies to introduce novelty in a program without straying too far from what has worked well in the past33:15 - Pros and cons of pre planning progression & giving weekly ranges for top sets vs allowing the lifter to auto regulate progression45:50 - Top-Down vs Bottom-Up deadlift bracing56:00 - How people can hire/find Matt and join Powerlifting NowHire Matt - https://www.croninstrength.com/Matt's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/croninstrength/Powerlifting Now - https://powerlifting-now.com/Apply For Coaching - https://bit.ly/3QpfduxMy Instagram - https://bit.ly/3Uy2zfbMacroFactor Diet Tracking App (Use code PEELER for a 2-Week FREE Trial!) - https://bit.ly/49Vz2ADLeviathan Nutrition (Code: ADAM10) - https://leviathan-nutrition.com/Built Bar (code PEELER for 10% off) - https://builtbar.com/

Timestamps0:00 - Getting the most out of coaching & training as an athlete & how to effectively communicate with your coach9:09 - Brad’s system for teaching technique/movement as an online coach & common errors lifters make when executing the SBD & how to fix them30:34 - The value of focusing on process over outcome with your training & technique32:42 - Identifying performance trends in training and why you need to pay attention to them as both a coach & athlete to maximize progress and refine your programming over time47:15 - The importance of being willing to experiment with unconventional programming strategies & challenging your biases as a coach when troubleshooting a lifters' program Brad's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/bradcoolyard/ Apply For Coaching - https://bit.ly/3Qpfdux My Instagram - https://bit.ly/3Uy2zfb MacroFactor Diet Tracking App (Use code PEELER for a 2-Week FREE Trial!) - https://bit.ly/49Vz2AD Leviathan Nutrition (Code: ADAM10) - https://leviathan-nutrition.com/ Built Bar (code PEELER for 10% off) - https://builtbar.com/

Timestamps 0:00 - Writing training week-to-week vs whole blocks for athletes in regular training vs leading into a meet 2:53 - Load progression strategies across a block 13:33 - Issues with overly focusing on “hypertrophy” phases as you get more advanced as a lifter & how to properly incorporate hypertrophy work around your strength focused SBD powerlifting training 25:30 - When it is worth it to track training tonnage and what it can tell you about your training when it is going well and when it isn’t 33:35 - - How varied can/should training look over time? Ex - should you run the same training macrocycle over and over again or should there be some variation and how big should those changes be if there should be changes 42:01 - Periodizing top set peak intensity exposure 53:23 - Mental arousal on meet day and using caffeine to maximize performance without fatiguing yourself too much too early in a competition & in training 59:19 - How people can hire and/or follow Joe Joe's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/joe_gameday/ Joe’s YouTube Channel - https://youtube.com/@joestanek?si=fYXgcBOfm3W3OpuY Joe's TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@thejoestanek Apply For Coaching - https://bit.ly/3Qpfdux My Instagram - https://bit.ly/3Uy2zfb MacroFactor Diet Tracking App (Use code PEELER for a 2-Week FREE Trial!) - https://bit.ly/49Vz2AD Leviathan Nutrition (Code: ADAM10) - https://leviathan-nutrition.com/ Built Bar (code PEELER for 10% off) - https://builtbar.com/

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Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 2:05 - Differences between training studies and real life training and how you should interpret and apply research to your own training 6:24 - How to tell if you’re doing enough training volume to drive muscle and strength gains 9:27 - Structuring your nutrition to drive muscle growth, what is necessary to build muscle, and how nutrient timing impacts nutrient partitioning 15:00 - How much body fat do you need to have in order to build muscle without a calorie surplus? 18:51 - The importance of understanding biological signaling pathways in order to predict progress and understand why certain things are being observed in practical application settings 24:58 - How to structure your training to maximize muscle growth vs strength & the validity of “powerbuilding” as a training strategy 40:50 - Training strategies to maximize type 2 muscle fiber recruitment & adaptations 47:00 - the importance of getting blood work if you're an athlete and receiving proper medical oversight if you're enhanced 54:00 - How people can follow Chester and hire him for one of his many services Chester's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dr_soko/ Chester's Training App - https://lab.physique-u.com/ Chester's Telehealth Company - https://www.instagram.com/vitality_telehealth/ Physique U - https://physique-u.com/ Apply For Coaching - https://bit.ly/3Qpfdux My Instagram - https://bit.ly/3Uy2zfb MacroFactor Diet Tracking App (Use code PEELER for a 2-Week FREE Trial!) - https://bit.ly/49Vz2AD Leviathan Nutrition (Code: ADAM10) - https://leviathan-nutrition.com/ Built Bar (code PEELER for 10% off) - https://builtbar.com/

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Timestamps 0:00 - Intro 0:54 - How mental fatigue & mental effort impact training performance & strategies to mitigate the effects of mental fatigue on training outcomes 19:37 - Programming to overcome sticking points during lifts & determining why the sticking point is “sticky” 28:34 - How progress is impacted by confidence and self talk - especially if you’ve experienced frequent pain performing a specific movement & programming strategies to manage pain and facilitate an environment where progress can happen 41:40 - The value of tracking your training so you can make the right changes if you’re experiencing plateaus & having a coach to be more objective with your training 51:14 - Assessing your volume tolerance and needs and how that changes as you advance and get stronger 55:28 - How people can follow and hire Kristen for coaching Kristen’s IG - https://bit.ly/4c1cbov Hire Kristen - https://bit.ly/4bVstzo Apply For Coaching - https://bit.ly/3Qpfdux My Instagram - https://bit.ly/3Uy2zfb MacroFactor Diet Tracking App (Use code PEELER for a 2-Week FREE Trial!) - https://bit.ly/49Vz2AD Leviathan Nutrition (Code: ADAM10) - https://leviathan-nutrition.com/ Built Bar (code PEELER for 10% off) - https://builtbar.com/

Timestamps 0:00 - Intro 1:07 - How many years of training did it take for Nick to get his IFBB pro card? How long it takes to build a respectable physique and/or get really strong 5:05 - How to set realistic goals for strength & physique progress - the value of setting short term goals to keep you on track to your long term goals and becoming process oriented instead of outcome oriented 10:21 - Why people should value consistent long term progress over making as fast of progress as possible in a short period of time 18:55 - The importance of analyzing trade offs for achieving more extreme goals and determining whether or not you are willing to do what it takes to achieve that goal for the long term 23:02 - Nick’s biggest tips for people wanting to get to extreme levels of leanness 31:41 - The importance of mastering the basics and training for a long time before even considering anabolic use 39:06 - Business ethics and creating a sustainable, long term business in the fitness industry 53:50 - How people can find Nick and RP RP Strength - https://rpstrength.com/ RP's YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@RenaissancePeriodization Nick's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nick.shaw.rp/ Apply For Coaching - https://bit.ly/3Qpfdux My Instagram - https://bit.ly/3Uy2zfb MacroFactor Diet Tracking App (Use code PEELER for a 2-Week FREE Trial!) - https://bit.ly/49Vz2AD Leviathan Nutrition (Code: ADAM10) - https://leviathan-nutrition.com/ Built Bar (code PEELER for 10% off) - https://builtbar.com/

Timestamps 0:00 - Intro 1:34 - Drug use in the IFBB - how much do pros take and individual response to AAS 9:14 - What does it take to be an IFBB pro and how long does it take to build a respectable physique on average? 16:26 - How much does exercise selection matter in bodybuilding and the importance of getting strong over time in your bodybuilding program 26:23 - The importance & value of hiring a coach with experience in the trenches 31:15 - Ways to measure your physique progress other than the scale & what bodybuilding can teach you about yourself and life in general 39:51 - Fatigue differences between bodybuilding & powerlifting 48:27 - The number one thing people should focus on to maximize their results 51:29 - How people can follow and hire Connor Connor's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/klassic_kovacs/ Klassic Coaching - https://www.instagram.com/klassic_coaching/ Apply For Coaching - https://bit.ly/3Qpfdux My Instagram - https://bit.ly/3Uy2zfb MacroFactor Diet Tracking App (Use code PEELER for a 2-Week FREE Trial!) - https://bit.ly/49Vz2AD Leviathan Nutrition (Code: ADAM10) - https://leviathan-nutrition.com/ Built Bar (code PEELER for 10% off) - https://builtbar.com/

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Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 0:51 - What got Chris into Powerlifting & what has contributed to his consistent training progress? 4:15 - Training enjoyment & how that affects long term progression and burnout 7:45 - Importance of long term planning and periodization of training to make consistent progress 12:11 - Peak intensity exposure in training - how heavy should you go to finish a block? 19:15 - How to train for the “off-season” & top set periodization 28:15 - Competition frequency 31:21 - Is more specificity better? How much variation to incorporate in a program vs comp lift & accessory programming 41:20 - How people can follow and work with Chris Chris’ IG - https://www.instagram.com/chrisperezpl?igsh=MWx0NjZ0ZXh2bWRhdw== Hire Chris - https://www.chrispereztraining.com/ Apply For Coaching - https://bit.ly/3Qpfdux My Instagram - https://bit.ly/3Uy2zfb MacroFactor Diet Tracking App (Use code PEELER for a 2-Week FREE Trial!) - https://bit.ly/49Vz2AD Leviathan Nutrition (Code: ADAM10) - https://leviathan-nutrition.com/ Built Bar (code PEELER for 10% off) - https://builtbar.com/

Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 0:55 - Periodizing top sets - why most powerlifters can't do singles year round and make consistent progress and need variation in stimulus 10:51 - Characteristics of people who respond well to singles year round 17:17 - Understanding principles of programming and being creative to get athletes to create and maintain training momentum over time 25:07 - The importance of making training sustainable and not structured in a way that beats up athletes in the name of training progress 30:00 - How to avoid doing junk volume in training 35:47 - How people can follow Andres and hire him Andres' Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/disruptivestrength/ Apply For Coaching - https://bit.ly/3Qpfdux My Instagram - https://bit.ly/3Uy2zfb MacroFactor Diet Tracking App (Use code PEELER for a 2-Week FREE Trial!) - https://bit.ly/49Vz2AD Leviathan Nutrition (Code: ADAM10) - https://leviathan-nutrition.com/ Built Bar (code PEELER for 10% off) - https://builtbar.com/

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Timestamps: 0:00-Intro 1:11-Attempt selection strategies Alex uses 3:57-Weekly weight selection strategies - bigger vs smaller jumps 9:41-Peaking strategies for meets vs peak weeks of training blocks 16:41-Lucky’s approach to meet day from an execution standpoint 22:19-Lucky’s technique changes to his deadlift & how he changes technique for his lifters based off their strengths and weaknesses 25:33-Programming secondary sessions to create a strong primary day 30:19-Programming strategies for more injury prone lifters, reducing aches and pains & creating an environment for consistent progress 43:00-How people can follow and work with Alex Alex’s IG-https://www.instagram.com/luckylifts?igsh=MThmdW04aDl6ZXJ4dw== Apply for Alex’s coaching-https://l.instagram.com/?u=https%3A%2F%2Fbit.ly%2FPowerliftingCoaching%3Ffbclid%3DPAAaZmnAFtpI6n0wiOXhlbQhN3eUaMxNba5lokbZWZr8_FgATeEy08s0NI39I_aem_AV8vBRk0Q279UXxEHiPfMqxhgXzhMQsAXKKlw3IX8UErih8-LxvtTvS-65ttlsdAw0U&e=AT2239xp4H4khuaI2YyAVLpEsAKQlikJi-KiYIu007FlCcmwg2grUELMGcSjOjrgcTZKbicoqTAcfbPcsyUTDcaywbppGlYamGbFmw Apply For Coaching - https://bit.ly/3Qpfdux My Instagram - https://bit.ly/3Uy2zfb MacroFactor Diet Tracking App (Use code PEELER for a 2-Week FREE Trial!) - https://bit.ly/49Vz2AD Leviathan Nutrition (Code: ADAM10) - https://leviathan-nutrition.com/ Built Bar (code PEELER for 10% off) - https://builtbar.com/

Timestamps0:00 - Intro1:01 - How Sumi started working with Lyle3:14 - How & why Sumi started Powerlifting5:22 - Lyle's approach to coaching Sumi's training, handling her on meet day, & differences coaching lighter/lower absolute load lifters vs heavier/higher absolute load lifters26:46 - Differences in strength training for men vs women29:36 - Changes in old vs modern powerlifting periodization 35:02 - Deep dive into Sumi's mindset, what's contributed to her success, how it's changed over time, & how Lyle impacted her in this area55:48 - How to properly use cues in your training & as a coach to enhance technical proficiency1:04:00 - How people can follow & hire Sumi & Lyle Sumi's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shailafitness/Sumi's Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/sumi.singh.35Sumi's Website - https://www.shailafitness.com/ Contact Sumi for Coaching - Email: sumi@shailafitness.com Mom Strong Program - https://store.bodyrecomposition.com/shop/mom-strong-sumi-singh/?fbclid=IwAR1tvqRqTvk7g9oLvboSrmlMaDT990NwhwxFLBw5ThmOW1yFaKza8HckkdE Lyle's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/810890695609053Lyle's Store: https://store.bodyrecomposition.comLyle's Site: https://bodyrecomposition.comLyle's IG: https://www.instagram.com/mcdonaldlyle/Lyle's YT channel: https://www.youtube.com/@lylemcdonaldisright Apply For Coaching - https://bit.ly/3Qpfdux My Instagram - https://bit.ly/3Uy2zfb MacroFactor Diet Tracking App (Use code PEELER for a 2-Week FREE Trial!) - https://bit.ly/49Vz2AD Leviathan Nutrition (Code: ADAM10) - https://leviathan-nutrition.com/ Built Bar (code PEELER for 10% off) - https://builtbar.com/

Timestamps 0:00 - Intro 0:39 - Stan’s experience coaching elite athletes as an elite athlete 3:41 - Things elite athletes do well and things they don’t & how Stan helps them improve on the things they struggle with 11:23 - The importance & value of tracking data, bar speed for measuring recovery & coaching athletes through plateaus and different phases of long term athletic development 21:30 - Training for strength vs hypertrophy 26:31 - How Stan prefers to structure training for strength athletes vs bodybuilders 33:03 - Incorporating speed work into your program 36:33 - How to overcome muscle gain plateaus & making slower size progress as you advance in your lifting career & staying healthy as you get bigger 47:30 - Low FODMAP Diet 50:50 - Differences Stan recommended in food choices when trying to lose weight vs gain weight 55:25 - How people can hire Stan, get his meal prep service and find his free content Stan’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stanefferding?igsh=cmJ0ZWdxejg1enc3 Stan’s Website - https://stanefferding.com/ Apply For Coaching - https://adampeeler1.typeform.com/to/elvzT31W My Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/adamdpeeler/ MacroFactor Diet Tracking App (Use code PEELER for a 2-Week FREE Trial!) - https://macrofactorapp.com/?fbclid=IwAR1nWSMgA6aaao72V40gYRnOGNl_N40XhTy7ze_Tv6qaN2bpVUVZrXUh6WY Leviathan Nutrition (Code: ADAM10) - https://leviathan-nutrition.com/ Built Bar (code PEELER for 10% off) - https://builtbar.com/