JPS Health and Fitness

JPS Health and Fitness

Host & JPS Health & Fitness head trainer Jacob Schepis connects you with the best minds in the business including Eric Helms, Mike Israetel & Layne Norton to educate you on what you need to know when it comes to evidence-based training and nutrition.

Episodes

Episode 119:  Performance Psychology with Nick Ferrier

December 9, 2025 • 45 mins
In this episode of the podcast, Jacob interviews Nick from Cede Nullis Psychology on all things athlete and performance! Topics discussed include: Athlete identity What are the signs that someone may struggle with their identity as an athlete? How do you define “thriving under pressure” from a psychological and performance standpoint? The role of routine in improving performance Why do some people thrive under pressure and other...
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Episode 118:  Carbs & Your Physique with Brandon Kempter

September 8, 2025 • 29 mins
In this podcast, Martin and Josh discuss nutrition myths; where do myths originate, why do they spread like wildfire, and how can we combat them? This is a jam packed podcast with heaps of content that will have you thinking.
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Episode 117: Nutrition Myths

August 11, 2025 • 34 mins
In this podcast, Martin and Josh discuss nutrition myths; where do myths originate, why do they spread like wildfire, and how can we combat them? This is a jam packed podcast with heaps of content that will have you thinking.
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Episode 116: Periodisation

May 28, 2025 • 42 mins
In this roundtable, Martin speaks to Dr. Gregory Haff, author of numerous books on periodization including "Periodization : Theory and Methodology of Training" and "Scientific Foundations and Practical Applications of Periodization"
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Episode 115: Mental Health

April 30, 2025 • 31 mins
This month Jacob is joined by Dr Mike 2nd, a full time NHS GP and educator with an interest in mental health, lifestyle and behaviour change. Making him the perfect candidate for this months Roundtable where we explore all things mental health and how it relates to the fitness world.
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Episode 114: Breaking Through Plateaus

February 27, 2025 • 49 mins
https://media.blubrry.com/jps_health_fitness/content.blubrry.com/jps_health_fitness/GMT20250224-213933_Recording.m4a In this episode of the JPS podcast, Jacob and Brian discuss the highly frustrating nature of training plateaus. Topics discussed include: Defining a plateau in the context of hypertrophy Physiological stalls Training progression (rate of gain based on experience) - realistic rates of progression Causes of plateau...
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EPISODE 113: All Things Mindset!

October 31, 2024 • 24 mins
In this podcast, Martin and Jacob cover mindset around training and how to get the most out of your workouts by mastering your mental game. Topics discussed include: Our clients mindset struggles during training; Nocebo and placebo; Workout rituals and routines; and Much more
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EPISODE 112: All Things Strength!

September 29, 2024 • 29 mins
Jacob is joined by long time gym pal and strength coach Alex Hayes to discuss all things strength. With a long history personally and professionally working with strength athletes through powerlifting, Alex has a deep understanding of strength training. From what it is, how we develop it and how to measure it. These guys know strength and you will too!
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EPISODE 111: All Things Cardio!

August 27, 2024 • 32 mins
This months roundtable Martin and Jacob and joined by the resident cardio king, Luke Twyford, to cover all things cardio. From healthier hearts and mortality to being a handy tool for fat loss!
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EPISODE 110: Genetics In Fitness

July 28, 2024 • 41 mins
In this months Roundtable, Jacob and Martin are joined by Brandon Kempter to discuss genetics in fitness. Brandons experience coaching over the years affords a wealth of knowledge on the subject. Thanks to the internet many have become experts on what is attainable physically, naturally or otherwise, and we very frequently hear genetics come up. Find out more and take a deep dive with us!
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EPISODE 109: All About Stress with Dr Mike Banna

July 3, 2024 • 40 mins
This month's Education Portal Roundtable features Dr Mike Banna. Dr Mike is a general practitioner who has heavily invested in his own health and is working hard on bridging the gap between the fitness industry and medical world. This episode is centered around stress, from understanding the phenomena and its implications on our wellbeing right through to some practical considerations on how we can approach this when working with c...
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EPISODE 108: Injury Prevention with Anthony Viglione

May 30, 2024
In this month's Roundtable, Jacob and Martin are joined by Anthony Viglione from the Movement Institute. Anthony has extensive experience working with injured athletes and works closely with the JPS team in managing their clients and collaborating through the rehab process to ensure the best outcomes can be achieved. This episode covers the difference between injuries vs pain, loading internally vs externally, the biopsychosocial m...
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Episode 107: Sex Differences in Fitness with Lyle McDonald!

April 30, 2024 • 52 mins
In this month's Roundtable, Jacob is fortunate to be joined by the one and only, Lyle McDonald, a renowned author and prolific figure in the fitness industry. They cover the sex differences between men and women and what this means in the fitness domain, as well as how female physiology influences training response and the implications of the menstrual cycle on training for women.
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Episode 106: Comp Prep with Mel Moore!

April 1, 2024 • 35 mins
This month Jacob and Mackenzie are joined by Sports Psych and ex-physique competitor, Dr Melissa Moore to discuss the do's and don'ts of contest prep. There are many benefits that pursuing bodybuilding and physique preparation can empart on an individual, but the journey is not without its fair share of sacrifice and adversities. Being informed before buying into a contest prep is the first step one can take.
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PODCAST 105: Body Composition

February 29, 2024 • 49 mins
Welcome back to the Roundtable. This episode is hosted by Mack Baker and joined by Sam Schepis and Martin Refalo to discuss body composition. We clarify some key points relating to general fitness goals and how these relate to body composition, the additional health benefits of pursuing body composition improvements, how we can reframe these goals and some key tips from each of the guys for coaches and lifters alike.
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PODCAST 104: Navigating Slip Ups with Brian Minor

January 31, 2024 • 63 mins
Welcome back to yet another Roundtable brought to you by the Edu Portal team. This time Jacob and Mackenzie are joined by none other than Brian Minor of 3DMJ, to discuss navigating slip ups. As we all know and have more than likely experienced, slip ups happen. So how do we not only minimise their impact on our progress but use these to our advantage?
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PODCAST 103:Coaching Roundtable with Mike Israetel

January 1, 2024 • 61 mins
In this first Roundtable of 2024, Jacob and Mackenzie are joined by the prolific Dr Mike Israetel of Rennaisance Periodization. The guys are together to discuss fitness in the New Year. We know that the new year is often a great time to reset and reevaluate our fitness goals, to start a new challenge or even continue with a long term goal. Watch this as you enter the new year and set yourself up for success in 2024!
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Podcast 102: Social Eating with Anna Wish

December 3, 2023 • 47 mins
This month, as we head into the festive period, the guys sit down with Anna Wish to chat about social eating over the festive season. While there is no one size fits all and everyone will have different priorities, the team provides some valuable considerations on how you can navigate eating out and special occasions.
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Podcast Ep 101: Coaching Roundtable with Luke Tulloch

November 5, 2023 • 39 mins
This months Roundtable features Luke Tulloch, a well known coach and educator who has a wealth of experience in the trenches. Everyone faces challenges in pursuit for their health, training, diet and physique goals. Having a plan for optimal is standard practice for coaches and enthusiasts alike, but what do we do when something challenges, disrupts or derails the plan? Watch to find out more!
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Podcast Ep 100: Coaching Roundtable with Josh Smith

October 3, 2023 • 44 mins
In this month's Roundtable, the EduPortal team take to the topic of coaching. More specifically, the role of the coach and how they can drive and influence the outcomes of their clients, be it positive or negative. Jacob and Mackenzie are joined by Josh Smith, a reputable online coach and mentor who is well known for promoting a client-centered approach to coaching compared to some of the more "mainstream" approaches that are seen ...
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