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Former high level bodybuilder Neal Spruce gives his opinion on whether he thinks science based lifting or old school methods is better for building muscle. Please like and subscribe :) Follow us on all socials to stay up to date and get the latest content! Socials: https://linktr.ee/suppbeast Credentials: Started Nutritionalysis (first nutrition program in health clubs) for Gold’s Gym, Founder of Apex Fitness, creator of the bodybugg® received the “Best of What’s New in Personal Health” award from Popular Science and was featured on NBC’s, The Biggest Loser, owned and built NASM (National Academy of Sports Medicine, still on the board), owner of Nutrition R&D company dotFIT, Patented Weight Loss Programs, Published Author, Teaching License (earned by proving to be expert in field), does over 150+ lectures a year to health professionals, 200+ talk show appearances, most trusted source to pro sport teams, athletes and celebrities, hosted his own television show in San Francisco. Talk with Neal (Free): https://suppbeast.dotfit.com/learn/As...

Fitness and Nutrition Expert Neal Spruce goes over the optimal protocol for fitness over 40! Talk with Neal (Free): https://suppbeast.dotfit.com/learn/As... Supplements we take that really work! (affiliate): https://suppbeast.dotfit.com/ Please like and subscribe :) Follow us on all socials to stay up to date and get the latest content!

If you’re using Ozempic, Wegovy, or any GLP-1 drug, this episode is your blueprint for doing it right — not just for short-term weight loss, but for lasting health. In this episode of SuppBeastPod, host Zane Spruce and fitness-nutrition expert Neal Spruce break down: 🔬 How GLP-1s actually work to control appetite 💪 Why 40–50% of your “weight loss” can be muscle loss if you don’t train right 🧩 The mandatory protocol: protein, micronutrients, fiber, and strength training 🚫 Common pitfalls doctors miss when prescribing these drugs ⚖️ How to safely bridge Big Pharma and real nutrition for long-term success Whether you’re considering a GLP-1, already on one, or coaching clients who are — this episode shows you how to protect your muscle, your metabolism, and your longevity. 👇 Watch to learn how to fill your gaps, fuel your body, and make GLP-1s actually work for you.

Consumer Labs just FAILED the David Protein Bar in their independent testing — and the results might shock you. ❌ The label claims 2g of fat, 28g of protein, and 150 calories. But testing showed: 20g+ of fat (over 500% more than the label) Only 23g of protein instead of 28g 229 calories vs 150 claimed So what’s the truth? In this video, we break it all down with insight from Neal Spruce, a 40+ year fitness and nutrition industry veteran, and discuss Layne Norton’s defense of the bar (as an investor). ⚡ Topics covered: Why Consumer Labs failed the bar The controversy over EPG “Franken fat” Protein spiking & collagen content Transparency issues in supplement labeling Whether these bars are still safe to eat 👉 At the end of the day, are protein bars just glorified candy bars? Watch and decide for yourself. 🔗 Resources & References Consumer Labs report (Aug 2025) Research on EPG fats and labeling issues Protein quality and amino acid scoring 💬 Join the Discussion What do YOU think — should companies be allowed to underreport fat if it’s “indigestible”? Drop your thoughts in the comments ⬇️ 📢 Stay Connected 👍 Like, Subscribe & hit the bell for more supplement deep-dives 📲 Follow SuppBeastTV on Instagram/TikTok for clips & updates 💬 Comment BARS if you want the full uncut podcast episodePlease like and subscribe :) Follow us on all socials to stay up to date and get the latest content! Socials: https://linktr.ee/suppbeast 00:00 Intro 01:30 Consumer Labs Fails David Protein Bar 03:40 Layne Norton Defends David Protein 06:42 Total fat content in David Protein Bar 11:06 David Protein Bar EPG Lawsuit 12:20 EPG in David Protein Bar 13:40 Protein in David Protein Bar 15:35 Is David Protein Legit? 18:42 Does Neal Approve David Protein? Credentials: Started Nutritionalysis (first nutrition program in health clubs) for Gold’s Gym, Founder of Apex Fitness, creator of the bodybugg® received the “Best of What’s New in Personal Health” award from Popular Science and was featured on NBC’s, The Biggest Loser, owned and built NASM (National Academy of Sports Medicine, still on the board), owner of Nutrition R&D company dotFIT, Patented Weight Loss Programs, Published Author, Teaching License (earned by proving to be expert in field), does over 150+ lectures a year to health professionals, 200+ talk show appearances, most trusted source to pro sport teams, athletes and celebrities, hosted his own television show in San Francisco.

Vacations are meant to be fun—but do they ruin all the fitness progress you worked so hard for? 💪 In this episode of SuppBeast, Zane Spruce sits down with fitness & nutrition expert Neal Spruce to answer the most common vacation + fitness questions: ✅ How long can you take off before losing muscle? ✅ How fast does fat gain actually happen? ✅ Can you party hard (food + alcohol) and still bounce back? ✅ Do you need a detox or juice cleanse after vacation? ✅ The role of supplements, hydration, and walking while away ✅ How to break post-vacation sugar, alcohol, and junk food cravings ✅ Neal’s hangover recovery strategy 🍹➡️💊➡️💪 Neal also shares how muscle memory makes recovery faster than most people think, why calories in vs calories out still rules, and how to set up a simple “vacation prehab” plan so you can enjoy yourself guilt-free and get back on track quickly. 📌 If you’ve ever worried about vacations ruining your gains—or if you want to know the fastest way to recover after a trip—this episode is for you. 🔥 Don’t miss Zane’s follow-up video where he documents his own 8-day vacation, drinking ~20 drinks a day, and shows the real before/after results. 👉 Subscribe to SuppBeast for more fitness, nutrition, and supplement breakdowns!

Nutiriton Expert Neal Spruce breaks down whether or not carbs are good or bad!

🚨 Hitting a Muscle Building Plateau? Here’s EXACTLY How to Break Through | SuppBeast Podcast w/ Neal Spruce Are you training hard, eating clean, and still stuck? In this episode of the SuppBeast Podcast, host Zane Spruce and co-host Neal Spruce (legendary nutritionist, elite athlete coach, and former pro bodybuilder) break down how to bust through muscle gain plateaus—naturally.

Neal Spruce gives his expert opinion on controversial nutrition and fitness topics: Clean eating vs If it fits your macros (iifym), Hormone replacement therapy, Cardio vs resistance training for fat loss, Keto vs High carb diet and Vegan vs animal based diet!

Fitness and Nutrition Expert Neal Spruce gives the tips and tricks to navigate through the holidays to avoid holiday weight gain! Enjoy all the holidays: Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hanukkah, New Years, etc. whatever it is you celebrate with the food and drinks that you love.

The fitness world is in a frenzy after Consumer Reports claimed popular protein powders contain dangerous levels of lead. 🧪 But is this real risk—or media fearmongering?

Nutrition Expert Neal Spruce breaksdown the benefits of supplementing amino acids ( EAAs and BCAAs) when it comes to muscle protein synthesis/breakdown, muscle building, anabolic resistance, protein intake and more!

Fitness and Nutrition Expert Neal Spruce reacts to questionable fitness advice from othe so called "experts".

Nutrition and Fitness Expert Neal Spruce breaksdown most recent creatine study showing that creatine supplementation doesn't help build muscle!

Nutrition Expert Neal Spruce explains the importance and benefits of consuming the right amount of dietary fiber!

Nutrition Expert Neal Spruce explains the benefits of all different types of protein powders.