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Stronger Weekly
The health and fitness show for parents in the trenches. You care about your body. You care about your kids. You care about your career, your marriage, your faith, your friends — and there's not enough of you to go around. Stronger Weekly is for the ones tired of parenting advice that ignores their health, and fitness advice that ignores their life. Every Wednesday, in about 30 minutes: - Health headlines, translated into what to actually do - Workouts that survive a sick kid and a 7am meeting…
Episodes
Stronger WeeklyTestosterone & Hormone Optimization: Everything You Need to Know | Dr. Howard Aubert, MD (Part 1)
Hormone optimization is suddenly everywhere. Every clinic advertises it, every podcast pushes it, and the federal government just spent eighteen months quietly…
Stronger WeeklyOvertraining, Training After 40 & Do You Really Have to Run? (AUA w/ Ben Barker)
Ben Barker is back for another Ask Us Anything. How do you tell the difference between real overtraining and just being tired and needing to push through? If…
Stronger WeeklyWhy You're Always Tired (And How to Actually Fix Your Energy)
You get seven hours and still wake up flat. Coffee gets you upright, 2 p.m. drops you off a cliff, and then you finally climb into bed exhausted and your brain…
Stronger WeeklyYour Fitness Report Card: 5 Tests and the Benchmarks for Your Age
Most people have no idea how fit they actually are. They guess, they compare themselves to the guy at the squat rack, or they measure against who they were at…
Stronger WeeklyWe Put 12 People on Creatine for 90 Days — Here's What Actually Happened (with Ashley Boyer)
Creatine is one of the most researched supplements on earth — and also one of the most hyped, doubted, and misunderstood. So instead of arguing about it, REP…
Stronger WeeklyKids & Screen Time, Intermittent Fasting, & Blasting Lower Belly Fat (AUA w/ Ben Barker)
Jesse and Ben Barker are back for an Ask Us Anything, tackling the real-life questions busy parents and lifters are actually asking: how much screen time to…
Stronger WeeklyHyrox vs. CrossFit vs. Bodybuilding: Which Should YOU Do?
Should you try Hyrox? Is CrossFit actually good for you? Should you just run a bodybuilding split? With a hundred ways to train and only a few hours a week to…
Stronger Weekly5 Tips to Finally Lose Those Last 5 Pounds (Stubborn Fat Attack Plan)
You spent the spring trying to dial it in — then work, stress, and life got in the way. Now summer's here and you're a few pounds short of revealing the work…
Stronger WeeklyDo You Need a Dopamine Detox? How to Give Your Brain the Break It Needs
If nothing feels satisfying anymore — if you need your phone, your coffee, your drink, and your scroll just to feel normal — your dopamine system may be out of…
Stronger WeeklyAre You Training Hard Enough? (Hint: Probably Not)
The truth most fitness shows won't tell you: we're overestimating both how MUCH and how HARD we train. We think we're training. We're really just moving…
Stronger WeeklyFitness for Busy Parents, Talking Nutrition with Kids & Real Supplement Stacks (AUA w/ Ben Barker)
Jesse and Ben Barker are back for an Ask Us Anything together, tackling listener questions on how much time busy parents really need to train (the realistic…
Stronger WeeklyThe Truth About Fitness Influencers (And Why You Shouldn't Trust Them)
Four in ten American adults — and half of adults under 50 — now get their health and fitness information from social media influencers. According to a landmark…
Stronger WeeklyGLP-1s and Muscle Loss: What Ozempic Users Need to Know
One in eight American adults have now tried a GLP-1 (Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, Zepbound). The drugs work—people lose 15-22% of their body weight in clinical…
Stronger WeeklyStop Doing These 8 Exercises (Safer Alternatives for Muscle Growth)
Most people think barbell back squats, conventional deadlifts, and wide-grip pull-ups are non-negotiable. They're not. Many of the most common exercises…
Stronger WeeklyThe Top 6 Fitness Mistakes (And How to Fix Them)
Most people focus on program splits, exercise selection, and supplement stacks. They miss the six fundamental mistakes that actually matter: poor lifting…
Stronger WeeklyLook Good Naked, Cold Plunge Science, Top 3 Supplements, and Sober Friendships (AUA Vol. 11)
Jesse and Justin are back for Ask Us Anything Vol. 11, tackling listener questions on cold plunge timing (does it blunt muscle growth?), protein on rest days…
Stronger WeeklyBig Pharma vs. Addiction Recovery: Investigative Journalist Exposes the Truth | Ben Westhoff
Ben Westhoff is an investigative journalist, bestselling author of "Fentanyl, Inc.", and filmmaker behind the new documentary "Antagonist". He was the first…
Stronger WeeklyWhen Exercise Becomes Unhealthy: Therapist & Strength Coach Laura Gordon Explains
Can exercise be unhealthy? Laura Gordon knows firsthand. She's a licensed therapist, strength coach, and PhD student at Clemson studying stress dysfunction and…
Stronger WeeklyHow to Protect Your Kids Online: Social Media Safety After Landmark Meta Ruling
Last week, a California jury found Meta and YouTube liable for social media addiction. This week, Kaylin Peete from the Family Online Safety Institute (FOSI)…
Stronger WeeklyMeta & YouTube GUILTY: What The Verdict Means for Your Kids & Big Tech
On March 25, 2026, a California jury found Meta and YouTube liable for social media addiction, ordering them to pay $6 million in damages. It's the first time…
Stronger WeeklyStrength Training vs. Cardio, TRT for Men Over 40, and Faith & Fitness (AUA)
Every month, we answer your real health & fitness questions.This month: cardio versus strength training, testosterone replacement therapy for men over 40…
Stronger WeeklyHow to Lose Fat in 30 Days (The System That Actually Works)
Most people fail fat loss because they don’t have a system.They crash diet for two weeks, overtrain, and quit the moment it gets uncomfortable. Then they start…
Stronger WeeklyWhat You Don’t Know About Chiropractic Care (Pediatrics, Prenatal, Sports)
Most people have NO idea just how helpful, and versatile, chiropractic medicine is. In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Dan Wallis—chiropractor, father, and…
Stronger WeeklyFaith, Fitness, and Fatherhood (A Dad's Guide to Winning at Life)
Most dads are trying to figure out how to stay fit while juggling work, kids, and everything else. But here’s the problem: They’re either chasing programs…
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Answering Beginner Fitness Questions from the Internet
Every week, millions of people turn to the internet to ask basic, but important fitness questions online. Questions like: “Can I do cardio and lift weights on…
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The Smart Way to Build Muscle After 40 (Avoid These Mistakes)
After 40, your body changes. Muscle loss accelerates. Recovery takes longer. Injuries don't heal like they used to.Most people over 40 fall into one of two…
Stronger WeeklyWeekend Health Update: GLP-1 Breakthrough, Exercise vs. Depression, Caffeine & Dementia | Feb 15
Your weekend health and fitness news briefing. We break down the health and fitness headlines that matter for busy people who want to stay informed without the…
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Why Most People Are Dehydrated (And How to Fix It)
A majority of Americans are dehydrated, while three out of four drink less than 3 cups of water per day. That means YOU are statistically likely to be…
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How Cold Plunging Reduced My Stress and Anxiety (6-Month Results)
What if 3 minutes of cold water could replace your evening drink?In this episode, I share my 6-month journey with cold plunging—and how it completely changed…
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Is TRT Cheating? Plus: Gym Time vs. Family, Stress Without Alcohol, and Choosing the Right Fitness Program | Ask Us Anything Vol. 7
You ask, we answer! Welcome to our monthly Ask Us Anything episode.Jesse is joined by Justin Maziarz and Dave Lipay to unpack real listener questions on…
Stronger WeeklyExercise Variety Linked to Longevity, Measles Outbreak Hits 30-Year High & the Science of Workout Playlists | Health & Fitness News
This week in our weekly bonus news episode, we break down the most important health & fitness headlines of the week:A new Harvard study finds that exercise…
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Food & Exercise as Medicine: How to Extend Healthspan and Take Back Control | Dr. Clay Moss
This week's episode features Dr. Clay Moss. Dr. Moss is a Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation physician who's built a following of over 450,000 people by…
Stronger WeeklyTrump's Healthcare Plan, Mental Health Crisis, Food Preservatives Linked to Cancer & Record Gym Growth | Health & Fitness News
This week's health and fitness headlines cover major policy chaos, new health research, and some surprisingly good news from the fitness industry.In This…
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The Smart Cardio Program: How to Burn Fat, Improve VO2 Max, and Build Heart Health Without Burning Out
What if you could build a cardio program that burns fat, improves your VO2 max, and supports long-term heart health—without spending hours on boring Zone 2…
Stronger WeeklyDietary Guidelines Overhaul, Vaccine Schedule Changes, GLP-1 Weight Regain & Exercise vs Therapy | Health & Fitness News
This is your weekly Health & Fitness News update from Stronger Weekly — a fast, no-nonsense breakdown of the most important health, fitness, and medical…
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Why New Year’s Resolutions Fail (And How to Make Them STICK in 2026)
Most New Year’s resolutions fail within weeks — and it’s not a willpower problem.In this solo episode of Stronger Weekly, I break down the real data behind New…
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The Top 5 Mental Health Lessons for 2026 | Dopamine, Sleep, Parenting & Productivity
This week on Stronger Weekly, I wrap up our year-end series with Part 2 — the operating system underneath fitness.In this solo episode, I break down five…
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The Top 5 Fitness Lessons for 2026 (And How to Train Smart This Year)
This week on Stronger Weekly, we’re kicking off a two-part year-end series by breaking down the Top 5 Fitness Lessons of 2025 — the trends, principles, and…
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Debate: Golf is NOT a Sport? Gym Culture, Social Media & Other Topics | Plus Health & Fitness News
Is golf actually a sport? Should all gyms have a strictly enforced dress codes? Is California Sober truly….Sober? Folks; it’s time for a DEBATE!!! This episode…
Stronger WeeklyThe Truth About Fitness Supplements | Connor Shehan | Plus This Week’s Health & Fitness News
This week on Stronger Weekly, I’m joined by Connor Shehan, VP of Nutrition at Rep Fitness and architect of Purist Nutrition, to break down the truth behind…
Stronger WeeklyWhy Men Don’t Get Help: Male Stigmas in Healthcare | Neil Walker | Plus This Week’s Health & Fitness News
Why do so many men quietly struggle with drinking, erectile dysfunction, weight, or hearing loss—and still avoid getting help?This week I’m joined by Neil…
Stronger WeeklyBloodwork & Genetic Testing for Fitness w/ Dr. Jake Huebner | Plus This Week’s Health & Fitness News
This week on Stronger Weekly, we break down one of the most important — and most overlooked — tools in modern fitness: using genetic testing and bloodwork to…
Stronger WeeklyCombat Sports Strength & Conditioning 101 w/ MMA Coach Steve Sahyoun | Plus This Week’s Health & Fitness News
This week on Stronger Weekly, I’m joined by MMA performance coach Steven Sahyoun — one of the top rehab and strength coaches in combat sports. Steve helps…
Stronger WeeklyTop 5 Fitness Lessons From 2 Years of Podcasts | Plus This Week's Health & Fitness Headlines
This week marks two years of Stronger Weekly. On Veterans Day 2023, I launched this show with one mission — to help people take back control of their health…
Stronger WeeklyIs Chronic Stress Wreaking Havoc on Your Health? | Plus This Week’s Health & Fitness Headlines
This week on Stronger Weekly, I’m joined by my good friend Justin Maziarz for a deep dive into one of the biggest killers of health and happiness — chronic…
Stronger WeeklyThe Science of Alcohol Addiction with Kori Turner, LPC, LAC | Plus This Week’s Health & Fitness News
This week on Stronger Weekly, I’m joined by Kori Turner, a Colorado-based Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Addiction Counselor, to unpack the…
Stronger WeeklyBrad Dunn of Reliant Fitness on Crushing Fitness & Sobriety | Plus This Week's Health & Fitness News
This week on Stronger Weekly, we're revisiting our episode with Brad Dunn, founder of Reliant Fitness. Brad shares his journey of removing alcohol, rebuilding…
Stronger WeeklyEric Hinman on Fitness, Habits, and Life Without Alcohol | Plus This Week’s Top Health & Fitness News
This week on Stronger Weekly, we’re pulling a classic episode from our vault. I’m joined by Eric Hinman — fitness entrepreneur, hybrid athlete, and five-time…
Stronger WeeklyThe Worst Fitness Advice We’ve Ever Heard | Plus This Week’s Top Health & Fitness News
This week on Stronger Weekly, we’re taking on the worst fitness advice we’ve ever heard — from fad diets to outdated training myths — and breaking down what…
Stronger WeeklyCrossFit Champion Jason Khalipa on Fitness, Family, and Faith | Plus This Week’s Top Health & Fitness News
This week on Stronger Weekly, I’m joined by Jason Khalipa — CrossFit Games world champion, entrepreneur, and host of the Jason Khalipa Podcast — to talk about…
Stronger WeeklyJeff Sutherland of Midlife Fit Club Returns to Talk Fitness After 50 | Plus This Week's Top Health & Fitness News
This week on Stronger Weekly, we break down the most important health & fitness headlines of the week:- CDC advisers move away from blanket Covid vaccine…
Stronger WeeklyTop 5 Fitness Tools to Extend Your Healthspan | Plus This Week's Top Health & Fitness Headlines
This week on Stronger Weekly, we break down the most important health & fitness headlines of the week:- Australia’s social media ban for kids runs into issues…
Stronger WeeklyThe Fall 2025 Muscle-Building Blueprint | Plus This Week's Top Health & Fitness Headlines
This week on Stronger Weekly (formerly Running Free), I break down my Fall 2025 muscle-building fitness plan, , plus we cover the most important health and…
Stronger WeeklyMaximize Fitness with Minimal Time | Jake Schum, Ex-NFL Player & Elite Coach
Most busy people want to be fit, strong, and healthy—but who has hours to spend in the gym?Jake Schum, former NFL player and elite performance coach, joins…
Stronger WeeklyLifting Heavy at 40, Cold Plunges, Supplements & Surviving Toddler Tantrums | Ask Us Anything Vol. 4
The Variety Pack is back—and the questions keep getting better. In this episode, we dive into your toughest (and funniest) asks on fitness, fatherhood, health…
Stronger WeeklyWhy Primary Care Medicine Is Failing Us—and the Model That Could Fix It | Chloe Harrouche, Founder of The Lanby
Many Americans feel let down by primary care. Short visits, endless referrals, and a system that reacts to illness rather than preventing it. The result…
Stronger WeeklySupplements to Help You Drink Less (or Not at All) | Mike Hardenbrook, Cloud9 Founder, Author, Podcaster
Can supplements support sobriety? Or help you drink less?Mike Hardenbrook—founder of Cloud 9, author, and host of the Alcohol Reset podcast—joins Running Free…
Stronger WeeklyCan You Drink Your Way Sober? | Katie Herzog, Author, Journalist, & Host of Blocked and Reported
For decades, the dominant message in recovery has been clear: quit completely, or fail.But what if there’s another way?Journalist, author, and podcast host…
Stronger WeeklyMarriage Goals, Top Lifts, Marky Mark Mornings, Mental Health Hacks & Raising Tough Kids | Ask Us Anything Vol. 3
The Variety Pack is back—and somehow, you keep raising the bar. In this episode, we answer your most honest (and hilarious) questions about fitness…
Stronger WeeklyToxic Abusive Relationships and Personality Disorders | Dr. Jamie Huysman, PsyD, LCSW
Could toxic relationships and personality disorders be the most overlooked public health crisis of our time?In this episode, Dr. Jamie Huysman—clinical…