Eat Train Prosper

In Episode 186 we cover a question submitted from a woman asking the very complicated question of, “when is enough, enough?”When is the time to stop setting new goals in fitness/physique related pursuits. When you become advanced how do you continue to set new goals? How to know when it’s time to simply maintain what you’ve put the hard work in to earn, and ride off into the sunset. We explore this question from various angles, fro...

In episode 185, we follow up our previous Chest Specialization episode with another body part specialization. This time for the glutes. We detail a few very effective and practical approaches to training the glutes 3x weekly or per rotation taking in all the numerous considerations that go into designing a proper specialization. We walk through our key levers of exercise order, optimizing frequency, the importance of exercise selec...

In ETP184, Bryan presents a Masterclass on how to design a chest specialization phase, exploring the various considerations to take into account, and the current lack of depth in using AI for training programming. This episode emphasizes the importance of exercise order, volume, and frequency in optimizing for hypertrophy, intricacies of exercise selection, volume increases, and intensity techniques.

Timestamps:

00:00 Intro...

00:00:23 Who was the better CrossFitter? Bryan or Aaron? 

00:01:47 What are the prime muscle-building years, and how precipitous is the drop off as you age? 

00:05:12 What’s your average maintenance diet look like?  Can you walk through a typical grocery haul for a week.

00:11:32 What do you think about RFK? 

00:16:23 Do you think whey protein powders have merit? Do you think you can build muscle in a low-carb state if you’re eating a ...

In ETP 182, we explore the deep connection between mental health and fitness, sharing our own experiences with movement and how it’s shaped our well-being. We talk about why exercise is more than just self-care—it’s essential for a strong mind. We break down the science behind movement, and its role in the dopamine reward system, and how some research has shown that exercise can be just as effective as antidepressants.

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In episode 181, we talk about the differences between cheat meals and free meals, emphasizing the importance of intent and context. We then explore how these concepts fit into different nutritional periodization phases, covering the significance of meal planning and the psychological aspects of your choices in each phase. Then we wrap up with the importance of meal timing, the psychological aspects of dieting, and the impact of exe...

In episode 180 we cover our January 2025 Instagram Q&A. Per usual we kick off with some personal updates from ourselves. Then we dive into our Q&A. Topics this month range from training weaknesses, frequency, chest development, to defining a lean physique. Some lesser frequently discussed topics include fat loss strategies with insulin resistance, cardio training and its impact on hypertrophy, arm training, and lastly pract...

In ETP179 we dive into The Big Five strength movements and how they stack up when it comes to hypertrophy. This is a follow up to a question we were asked in episode #153 that stirred up a small controversy. So we’ve made an entire episode around it.

The majority of the episode covers why exercise selection should always be based on individual goals and context. From bench press and deadlifts to overhead press, squats, and rows, we ...

In this episode, we’re kicking off the New Year with some reflections, personal updates, and a deep dive into the 75 Hard challenge. We talk about how identity plays a huge role in making real, lasting changes and how peripheral elements like your environment shape your behavior.

We shift into the challenges of sticking to your word—especially when family, friends, and social events come into play. Ultra-processed foods, managing yo...

The final Eat Train Prosper of 2024. Our December Instagram Q&A. Packed with 27 questions to help propel you into a motivated January putting your best foot forward. A BIG THANK YOU to our listeners who’ve supported our ETP project for 4 YEARS NOW. Crazy.

Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction and Year-End Reflections

00:04:53 How much do you have to force progress and how much of it comes naturally? 

00:09:42 How do yo...

In this episode, we talk about the importance of identifying your underlying fitness or body composition goals, especially as the new year approaches. We explore common falsehoods promoted in the fitness industry, the challenges of navigating between bulking and cutting, and the significance of understanding your goals. The conversation emphasizes the need for structured approaches to goal setting and the psychological aspects of e...

Once again it’s time for our Monthly Instagram Q&A for November 2024.This month we are talking Heart Rate Recovery, a bit more on abbreviated training, calf training, we talk a little bit of shit on deli meats, home gym Zone 2 training and more. Always a big thank you to the Eat Train Prosper community for providing us help in crafting these Q&A episodes.

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00:00:29 Long question on soreness session to ses...

In this episode, we share some personal updates — Aaron’s recent trip home, dealing with family loss, and balancing that with staying consistent at the gym. We then dive into how gym equipment may impact overall training quality and how/why fitness advice is often oversimplified. We chat about the importance of effort in reaching fitness goals, the idea of abbreviated training, and where it fits in today’s world. We break down diff...

In episode 173 we detail how they first started in the coaching industry, how we got past the starting out phase to gain momentum, we share our "Do or Die moments, reflect upon what success means and how those goal posts get moved, and finally highlight some memorable moments in our careers thus far.

Timestamps:
00:00:00 - Introduction and Updates
00:12:33 - The Idea of Becoming a Coach
00:24:55 - Getting ...

It’s time for the Monthly Instagram Q&A. October 2024 edition. Notable questions our opinion on the volume and frequency recommendations, whether additional cardiovascular work can be beneficial to hypertrophy, and how to provide nutrition coaching for an entire 30 athlete football team. As always, a big thank you to the ETP community for providing us help on these episodes.

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00:00:36 - I haven’t been ab...

In episode 171, we propose the idea of spending an entire year dedicated to building your best physique possible (thus far.) We talk about intelligently structuring your training and nutrition phases, from building muscle to calorie deficits, and share some personal and professional anecdotes along the way. We cover key topics like dieting, maintenance, and setting realistic timelines for hitting these big physique goals. Additiona...

In episode 170, we chat about the connection between recovery and motivation in training. We provide updates on how our training is going, talk about different ways to measure recovery, and share some tips on using recovery tools. We highlight the importance of knowing your own stress triggers, the role of a positive mindset, and using methods like physical therapies and active recovery sessions. We wrap up by talking about how rel...

It is once again time for our Monthly Instagram Q&A episode. September 2024 edition. This month we cover 18 questions. Notable highlights are a protein bar that might actually be worth giving your macros, and combating overwhelm from all the new content constantly released from the evidence based community. Thanks for listening!

Published research that was referenced in this episode:
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In this episode, we dive into hybrid training, which is all the rave right now. We point out that hybrid training doesn’t have to mean running, and that your goals should guide your approach. Bryan shares how cutting back on both cardio and lifting volume has worked wonders for him. We also talk about picking the right modality for you and the benefits of zone two training for health. Starting slow and ramping up intensity is key, ...