Barbell Medicine Podcast

Barbell Medicine Podcast

Podcast by Barbell Medicine

Episodes

August 4, 2025 63 mins

In this episode of the Barbell Medicine Podcast, hosts Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum and Dr. Austin Baraki engage in a medical mystery case, exploring the complexities of leptin resistance, the role of wellness influencers, and the misconceptions surrounding back pain. They analyze a quack watch article on back pain advice, discuss the importance of movement, and delve into a patient's presentation of extreme pain when swallowing in a ...

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In this episode of the Barbell Medicine podcast, Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum and Dr. Austin Baraki discuss the latest research findings for July 2025. They explore optimal rest periods for strength training, the injury risks associated with CrossFit, and the implications of cardiac health in endurance athletes. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding training loads, injury prevention, and the balance between exercise ...

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In this episode of the Barbell Medicine podcast, Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum and Dr. Austin Baraki discuss five major nutrition controversies that have sparked debate in the health and fitness community. They delve into topics such as protein intake recommendations, the role of dietary cholesterol, the energy balance model, metabolism myths, the comparison between real sugar and high fructose corn syrup, and the concept of the anabolic w...

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In this episode of the Barbell Medicine podcast, Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum and Dr. Austin Baraki discuss a range of topics including a recent TIA incident involving Olympic weightlifter Maddie Rogers, breakthroughs in CRISPR gene therapy, controversies surrounding Liver King, advancements in diabetes treatment, the rise of Achilles tendon injuries in the NBA, new guidelines for anti-obesity medications, trends in heart disease mortalit...

In this episode of the Barbell Medicine podcast, Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum discusses the risk of biceps tendon rupture during deadlift, as well as the relevant anatomy, mechanism of injury, risk factors, and practical management 

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In this episode of the Barbell Medicine podcast, Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum and Dr. Austin Baraki delve into a medical mystery involving a 61-year-old man who collapsed just before finishing a marathon. The discussion covers the initial assessment, diagnostic challenges, and the eventual diagnosis of _____. The episode emphasizes the importance of understanding exercise-associated collapse and the need for emergency preparedness in fitn...

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In this episode of the Barbell Medicine podcast, Dr. Jordan Flaggenbaum and Dr. Austin Baraki discuss recent research findings on heavy walkouts in strength training and the role of exercise in cancer recovery. They explore the limited benefits of heavy walkouts for strength gains, the significant impact of exercise on reducing cancer mortality, and the importance of accurate communication regarding exercise benefits.

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In this episode of the Barbell Medicine podcast, Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum and Dr. Austin Baraki discuss various topics including the aging of elite athletes, the need for improved nutrition education in medical schools, the impact of social media on body image, the benefits of exercise in cancer recovery, changes in college sports compensation, the introduction of AI tools in medical review processes, and more.


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June 6, 2025 33 mins

In this episode of the Barbell Medicine podcast, Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum and Dr. Austin Baraki delve into a medical mystery case involving a 38-year-old man who presents with acute severe headache, dizziness, and vomiting after playing golf. The discussion covers the patient's symptoms, differential diagnosis, and the clinical reasoning leading to the eventual diagnosis.


Case

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17254877/ 


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In this episode of the Barbell Medicine Podcast, Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum and Dr. Austin Baraki delve into the concept of progressive overload, a fundamental principle in strength training. They explore the varying definitions of progressive overload from major fitness organizations, the historical context of the term, and the importance of understanding training stress versus training stimulus. The conversation also covers how to mea...

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May 23, 2025 23 mins

In this episode of the Barbell Medicine podcast, Dr. Feigenbaum reviews the history of Pilates and looks at research regarding its effects on strength, muscle size, and health.

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  1. Latey 2001
  2. Wells 2012
  3. CrossFit Website
  4. Kim 2024
  5. Ko 2024 
  6. Galvez 2019
  7.  Irandoust 2016 
  8. Kovach 2013
  9. Oliveira 2015
  10. Markovic 2015
  11. Carvalho 2017
  12. Oliveira ...
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In this episode of the Barbell Medicine podcast, the hosts delve into a real medical mystery case involving an 18-year-old male presenting with chest pain and a history of atrial fibrillation. The discussion covers the patient's symptoms, diagnostic workup, the final diagnosis, and it's application to health and fitness professionals. 


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In this episode of the Barbell Medicine Podcast, Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum and Dr. Austin Baraki discuss three research papers. The first paper examines how different coffee brewing methods affect cholesterol levels, highlighting the benefits of filtered coffee. The second paper explores the relationship between testosterone levels, muscle mass, and strength, with some interesting findings. The third paper compares the changes in...

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In this episode of the Barbell Medicine podcast, Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum and Dr. Austin Baraki delve into the rapidly expanding world of direct-to-consumer lab testing. They discuss the significant growth of this market, the potential benefits and risks associated with self-ordered lab tests, and their personal experiences with such testing.


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In this episode, Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum and Dr. Derek Miles discuss hip pain, focusing on a personal case of Dr. Feigenbaum's recent injury. They explore the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment strategies for hip injuries, particularly in the context of powerlifting. The conversation delves into rehabilitation exercises, the importance of progressive overload, and the consultation process for injury management.


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In this episode of the Barbell Medicine podcast, Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum and Dr. Austin Baraki delve into a medical mystery case involving a 41-year-old male who experienced a seizure while lifting weights. The discussion covers the patient's presentation, the physiological mechanisms at play, diagnostic workup, and his subsequent course. . The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding the interplay between exercise...

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In this episode of the Barbell Medicine podcast, Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum and Dr. Austin Baraki discuss the rise of colon cancer, managing elevated LDL levels, micro- and meso-cycle lengths, strength training for muscle size gains, and doctors' knowledge of nutrition. 

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In this episode of the Barbell Medicine podcast, Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum and Dr. Austin Baraki discuss managing soreness, taking Sudafed while training, the food matrix effect, the impact of resistance training on muscle preservation during anti-obesity medication use, and more. 

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In this episode of The Barbell Medicine Podcast, Drs. Baraki and Feigenbaum discuss a Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), new research, and a new quack watch segment on Dr. Ardis.


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Staudacher 2023

Harer 2021

Bayless 2017

Nanayakkara 2016

Zeraattalab-Motlagh 2025

Nunan 2022

https://myginutrition.com/

https://www.ibsdiets.org/

Ewswaran 2025

Singh 2025 


Seminar:

https://www.barbellmedicine.com/seminars/


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In this episode of The Barbell Medicine Podcast, Drs. Baraki and Feigenbaum discuss a mystery case of young woman who presents with severe abdominal pain after working out.

Case:

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6036518/


Seminar:

https://www.barbellmedicine.com/seminars/


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