FitnessFAQs Podcast

Tariq from STRIQfit is a bodyweight training expert.

Today we break down the most common calisthenics myths.

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Timestamps:

(0:00) - Calisthenics doesn't build muscle

(2:42) - Bodyweight is just for beginners

(6:48) - You need a full gy...

Stan Efferding is a retired IFBB professional bodybuilder, world-record-holding powerlifter, and creator of the Vertical Diet, with over 25 years experience coaching athletes such as Jon Jones and Hafthor Bjornsson.

Expect to learn why the best diet on paper is useless if you can’t digest it, why losing fat is often easier than keeping it off, whether lifting matters more than dieting for body composition, how to balance food ...

Jake Williams is a sports chiropractor from Australia.

Expect to learn why hybrid training (calisthenics + weights) is one of the most effective ways to build strength, muscle, and long-term athleticism.

How weighted calisthenics solves the biggest progression limitations of bodyweight-only training. Why lower rep ranges consistently outperform high-rep training for strength while remaining just as effective for muscle growth.

How to...

Tanner Shuck is a strength coach, entrepreneur, and one of the most honest voices in the fitness industry. His message is simple: get brutally strong, master the basics, and the physique will follow.

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Expect to learn why many natural lifters struggle to get jacked, the biggest mistakes people make, why strength remains the foundation of long-term muscle growth. We also discuss the problem with machines, benefits of calisthenics and...

Tom Merrick is well known for offering honest, practical advice on flexibility and mobility training. His work keeps it simple without overcomplicating the process, and he will help you understand common myths around stretching.

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(0:00) - Does lifting weights make you stiff?

(7:26) - I'm naturally inflexible

(10:28) - The reality of stretching

(21:47) - Stretching makes you weaker

(23:18) - What is perfect techinque?

(27:03) - Advice f...

Saibov has 16 years of calisthenics experience, and he’s one of the most respected endurance and skills coaches in the world. In this episode, we break down the real principles behind high-rep calisthenics, smarter progression, and building strength that actually lasts.

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(0:00) - Endurance calisthenics mistakes

(5:00) - Do you need basics before skills?

(7:33) - Benefits from high reps and volume

(13:41) - How to progress strateg...

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Marcus Filly is an ex competitive CrossFit athlete, placing 12th in the world at the CrossFit games in 2016. Functional bodybuilding is the method Marcus teaches - Looking good, moving well and training for longevity.

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(0:00) - Big fitnessfaqs news

(0:15) - Why hybrid training?

(8:39) - Interference effect killing gains?

(16:40) - Why people lose motivation

(20:13) - Intelligent variety for ...

Old school free weight training with dumbbells and barbells has lost popularity, replaced by modern fitness machines. Peter Khatcherian has over 20 years of bodybuilding experience he's sharing today. This podcast gets back to basics and explains why classic lifting is still all you really need. Most people avoid it because it’s genuinely hard work, but those who embrace the struggle are the ones who make the biggest gains.

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Refael Paz is a calisthenics coach and rings expert who bridges the gap between bodyweight mastery and traditional strength training. In this episode, we unpack what truly changes as you evolve from beginner to advanced in calisthenics. You’ll learn why early routines stop working, how to balance strength, skill, and recovery, and why combining calisthenics with weights delivers the best results.

We break down the law of carry...

In this special solo podcast episode, Daniel Vadnal outlines a simple blueprint to learn the bar muscle-up—from why it’s worth learning to exactly how to train for it. Expect to learn the key strength standards, perfect technique cues, and the best exercises for pull, push, and core power. Daniel also busts the biggest myths (no, you don’t need 20 pull-ups first!) and shares proven progressions to help you get you...

What does training for longevity really look like once you’re in your 40s, 50s, and beyond?

Stefan is 58 years old and proves that it’s possible to stay strong, muscular, and mobile as you age. His journey shows that midlife doesn’t have to mean decline. It can be a time to build strength, improve flexibility, and move with confidence..

(0:00) - Longevity Training Mistakes

(9:35) - Why Bodyweight Training Is Importan...

Ian Barseagle is a 188cm, 95kg calisthenics beast. We’re going to dive into the 2-Set Method, the “soviet strength secrets” behind it, and how you can unlock elite-level performance without spending hours in the gym.

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(0:00) - 2 Set Method Explained

(20:50) - Goal Setting & Motivation

(26:34) - Funny Gym Story

(28:56) - Managing Negative Self Talk

(36:19) - Relationship Advice

(38:54) - The Problem With High Rep Cal...

Zack Height is a mobility and handstand expert. Why do some people unlock life-changing mobility while others stay stuck, stiff, and frustrated? For many, stretching feels like going through the motions—progress stalls, injuries creep in, and training becomes a cycle of effort without reward. Yet with the right approach, mobility can be the foundation that transforms not only your strength but the way you move, feel, and live...

Want to increase your flexibility? I’m joined today by movement expert William Soo, and together we’ll show you the most effective stretches for every major body part. You’ll learn how to unlock more spine mobility, shoulder mobility, and hip mobility, so you can move better, train stronger, and feel freer in your body

(0:00) - Unlock Your Upper Back Stiffness

(5:58) - Rotation Is Underrated

(11:58) - Side Bending Fo...

What's the best muscle building exercise for every muscle? This podcast breaks down the best bang for buck ways to add size to every body part. Learn how to train smarter with Daniel Vadnal and GVS from YouTube.

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(0:00) - Don't Worry About Legs

(0:23) - Biceps

(4:25) - Triceps

(12:46) - Forearms

(20:16) - Side Delts

(31:07) - Rear Delts

(37:22) - Front Delts

(43:34) - Chest

(49:54) - Traps

(55:17) - Abs

(59:19) - Upper Back and Lats

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What does the worst calisthenics program look like, and are you accidentally following it?

In this episode, we’re joined by Denis from Sthenics to challenge popular training myths and break down the science of calisthenics mastery.

Should you build strength or chase skills first? How many skills can you train at once without burning out? What’s the best way to combine static holds, dynamics, and weighted calisthenics in o...

Mike "The Saiyan" Smart was one of the most popular calisthenics athletes before injury ended his career. Today we talk about calisthenics, mental health and dealing with pain and injury.

(0:00) - The honest truth about calisthenics

(5:21) - Do genetics actually matter?

(8:29) - Goal setting and rates of progress

(12:31) - Turning pain into purpose

(17:41) - Always write down workouts

(21:20) - Hybrid training is best

(24:57) - Build mus...

Meet Chris Beastmode Jones, a YouTube fitness legend I've been following since 2012. His passion for working out while motivate you to level up inside the gym and outside.

What does it take to build muscle naturally? What are some of the forgotten methods and principles we're overlooking in our workout programs? A discussion on the mental health benefits of going to the gym and becoming the best version of ourselves..

(0:00) - Meet C...

Can you build muscle at maintenance? What's the best body fat percentage for growing bigger the fastest? Why Daniel believes maingaining is a smart choice. The optimal way to workout at maintenance calories. Geoffrey Verity Schofield makes a strong argument for the benefits of bulking. This podcast will give you confidence on bulking, cutting and maintenance, helping decide what's best for your goals.

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