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In this episode, John Young and I (Andrew) discuss the following topics and questions: John has big news to share! We spend some time talking through those details and what the immediate future looks like for him in CrossFit. What will John’s training look like over the winter in light of his big news? My new (and somewhat unusual) goal What’s up with my metabolism and why did I have to push to 4,000 calories to gain weight consistently? Do people bulk and cut in CrossFit like they do in bodybuilding? And if not, should they? How to improve quickly if you’re new to CrossFit How to avoid not “looking the part” as a CrossFitter Thoughts on training with reps in reserve (RIR) Are there undiscovered benefits and powers to the placebo effect? How important is mindset when it comes to lifting heavy weight? Is volume king for getting uber massive?

In this episode, we touch on the following topics: - What are the most common critiques of CrossFit and are they legitimate? - Is CrossFit the best long-term training methodology? - Andrew's desire to be a superhero dad someday - Why are CrossFit women so jacked? - Is CrossFit the better overall lifestyle over bodybuilding? - What makes a good CrossFitter? - Can "normal" people become great at CrossFit or does the sport select for genetic outliers? - Is the seemingly random programming in CrossFit a strength or a weakness? - some quick banter about the 2021 CrossFit games - What will it take for John to make the games in future years?

We’ve devoted this entire episode to talking through the common traits of both successful and unsuccessful clients that have come through the IVRY program.

In this episode, we explain why we took some time off, what our diet and training looks like right now, and which directions we plan to go in the future.

In episode 17, we discuss the following topics/questions: - the rebirth of Nickelback and their supra-celebrity status - using beet juice as a pre-workout - Andrew's recent experimentation with higher-volume workouts - the difficulty in deciding how much volume is appropriate for each individual person - Do fitness and work capacity matter for bodybuilding? - our shifting paradigms - blue zones and a bit of chatter on longevity and health - tips for eating out on a fat loss phase - tips for not counting calories during on a fat loss phase - Should people track their rest times? - How long of a cut warrants a diet break? - the obesity epidemic - why Andrew is eating more plants - a fun scenario at the end

In this episode, we discuss the following themes and questions: - Josh’s ankle rehabilitation update - why it seems like Josh would be better off not running - our recent diet and training updates - Andrew’s current penguin-like physique - hot takes on the local yoga club - practical fat loss tips for summer shredding - discussions on the power of portion control for weight loss efforts - how to eat more pizza for less money - the importance of walking and how to “walk your way to shredded” - how fast you should be losing weight when aiming to preserve maximal muscle mass - how delayed gratification applies to body recomposition efforts - tips for managing hunger when dealing with uncomfortably low-calorie diets - Is the hype behind intermittent fasting legitimate? - sparkling water - how to dupe your own brain with bubbles and small bread - the poop-inducing powers of veggies - whether you should adjust your training while cutting - progressive overload - drafting our favorite machines at the gym - Josh’s obsession with the YMCA

In this episode, we discuss the following topics/questions: - our own personal diet and training updates - John's top 1400 placement in the CrossFit community - an in-depth recap of Andrew's Smolov attempt - Will any of us being changing up our training style anytime soon? - the importance of matching your training and diet strategy to your goal - Is CrossFit the best way for "normal people" to cut? - the relationship between strength and aesthetics and how to bias your training based on your own goals - looking good at the pool versus being the strongest guy in the gym - Do some people focus too much on isolation movements instead of getting stronger? - our favorite Hollywoods physiques showcased in a fun, snake draft style

In this episode, we tackle the following topics/questions: - more updates from Josh's ankle rehabilitation efforts - my mini-cut announcement for a beach vacation in May - bulking and cutting phases for long-term body recomposition improvements - Andrew's current chubbiness - swipe workouts - misleading marketing in the fitness industry and how to respond maturely to its claims - embracing the reality that some people are "hot for no reason" - the luxuries of modern physique development in the realm of YouTube, Instagram, and other online resources - advice for intermediate lifters who might not be progressing anymore - the importance of phasic training - the downfalls of program hopping - thoughts on optimal tempos for barbell sports - an epic cereal draft

In this episode, we discuss the following topics: - an update on Josh's ankle rehabilitation - general diet and training updates - Did Andrew survive Smolov? - What is the best split? - What is RIR and how can it be used as a part of an intelligent training program? - thoughts on training to failure - how much volume should be done per muscle group per session

In episode 12, Josh and I dive into the following ideas: - Josh's attempts to minimize lower back pain for long term progressive overload - the important of starting with lower weights and immaculate technique when looking to progress in compound movements - my new bench PR - Why are we both so weak in the bench press? - why Josh ditched Trifecta - Josh's transition to a 5-day split from a 6-day split - the value of single-leg movements for glute development - an update on my Smolov training program - convenient meals for physique improvement - why oatmeal is amazing for physique athletes - the flexibility of eggs in context of body recomposition dieting - how to auto-regulate your volume and recovery - what the bros are getting right - how to detect overtraining - drafting our favorite non-lifting exercise types

Welcome back for episode 11 of the IVRY Podcast! In this episode, Josh, John and I discuss the following topics: John’s introduction, backstory, and why we wanted to feature him on the podcast recent diet and training updates and personal wins Andrew’s big leg goals a comparison of aesthetics between CrossFitters and bodybuilders a discussion of the misunderstanding surrounding the term “fitness” What is Smolov and why is Andrew doing it? German volume training hot takes on fat burners and who would benefit from taking them a listener question about full range of motion versus partial range of motion a fun discussion on how we would design the gym of our dreams

In this episode, Josh and I discuss the following topics: - recent diet and training updates - the misconception that training for fitness and physique are the same thing - Josh's recent experience with Trifecta - our favorite muscle groups to train - our least favorite muscle groups to train - how we feel about our own personal genetics compared to Steve Cook - quick tips people could implement today to help boost fat loss - our cheat meal draft of specific meals you can get at eateries in Columbia, Missouri