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Lift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew Coates#385 Emma Storey Gordon - Change Your Story, Change Your Lifestyle BehaviourEmma Storey Gordon is a behaviour change and fat loss expert with incredible messaging that gently calls us on our own sh!t. Emma shares her insight on:-Identifying when and why your energy is low and the simple lifestyle behaviours you can change to improve your daily energy and sense of well being.-Lower standard creep.-The stories we tell ourselves about planning.-Focus on making your bad days better.-Mitigating self sabotage.-The problem with thinking we should never feel hungry. -D...2025-07-2947 minLift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew Coates#384 Eve Guzman - How I Changed My Narratives, Lost 150 Pounds, And Kept It OffEve Guzman combines her education with her personal experience to have lost 150 pounds, kept it off, became a successful nutrition coach, then built an empire mentoring other women to build their businesses. Eve shares her wisdom on:-Why people don’t want to change-The stories and narratives people hold onto to remain stuck in place-How to change those narratives-How your stories and staying in the same place protect you-Why tracking nutrition isn’t as hard as people think-What happens when peopl...2025-07-2449 minLift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew Coates#382 Dr. Mike T Nelson - Metabolic Flexibility Masterclass, Efficiently Using Carbs and Fat As FuelDr Mike T. Nelson is a PhD, Author, and prolific educator in nutrition and training.Mike guests to share his expertise on:-What is metabolic flexibility and why it’s important for your health and performance-How to get your body to more efficiently utilize carbs and fats as fuel-When your body best uses fat and carbs as fuel-What’s going on with insulin resistance-How to improve insulin sensitivity -The importance of sleep on insulin sensitivity-Why we see diminishing retur...2025-07-1750 minLift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew Coates#381 Dr. Eric Helms - How Much Muscle Can The "Average" Person Build?Dr Eric Helms is one of the most respected and influential educators in muscle building training and nutrition. Eric guests with detailed and nuanced answers about:-How much muscle can the average person expect to build in a year or across a lifetime-Are there differences between men’s and women’s ability to build muscle -Why some distrust has grown toward science and science backed muscle building communicators-Why we see a battle ground between old school bodybuilding and evidence based tribes-Thoughts on differences between natura...2025-07-151h 20Lift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew Coates#380 Zack Zillner - Lessons For The Everyday Lifter From Training Elite AthletesZack Zillner is the Director of Sports Performance at The University of Miami for men's basketball and co-host of the Coach Em Up PodcastZack joins to talk about:-The problem with movement cults-Why we sometimes see people overvalue trends popularized by high level athletes, like cupping and kinesiotape -Managing off season vs in season training for athletes-What matters for recovery for the athlete and the every day person-What qualities does an everyday athlete need to train and maintain to stay active in sports2025-07-1046 minLift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew Coates#379 Amanda Thebe - Menopause MasterclassAmanda Thebe is one of the most trusted voices in menopause advocacy and education. Amanda guests to take a blowtorch to the exploding volume of menopause misinformation online. Amanda shares:-How her strength training maybe have prevented broken bones after being hit by a car-Why we are seeing this explosion in menopause and women’s hormonal health misinformation-Debunking myths around cortisol and weighted vests as these relate to menopause-Red flag claims to be wary of with menopause influencers-Her most trusted resources (some...2025-07-081h 02Lift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew Coates#377 Jeb Stuart Johnston - How To Build Emotional Eating SkillsJeb Stuart Johnston specializes in working with people who struggle with emotional eating. Jeb joins me to share:-Understanding emotional eating and why its a significant driver of our obesity crisis-Important skills for managing emotional eating-Why he approaches emotional eating with non-judgemental curiosity -If GLP-1 Agonist drugs help with emotional eating-Why some people struggle with emotional eating more than others-Why overeating may be a coping mechanism that’s turned on you-The nervous systems role in eating-His frustration wit...2025-07-011h 09
The Macro PerspectiveSustaining Active Lifestyles with Andrew Coates, Ep 158🎙️ New Episode Alert! Ep 158: Sustaining Active Lifestyles with Andrew Coates🎙️We’re thrilled to welcome back Andrew Coates on The Macro Perspective for our latest episode. This time around, Andrew reconnects with Seamus and Marcos to dive even deeper into the core elements that help us stay active, resilient, and connected throughout life.This episode tackles coaching, community building, and how lifestyle choices—not just age—shape our long-term wellness. Drawing from Andrew’s rich coaching experience, the trio share strategies you can apply immediately, whether you’re working with clients or shar...2025-06-261h 11Lift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew Coates#375 Lavanya Krishnan - How To Maintain Your Fitness When TravellingLavanya Krishnan is a personal trainer with a Masters Degree in public health, who travels the world extensively. Lavanya shares:-Why she doesn’t compromise on her fitness when she travels-How to plan ahead to include strength training-What do to when you don’t have gym access while travelling-When to give yourself grace on your fitness and nutrition routine-Her experience visiting one of the most iconic sites famous for appearing in the movie Indiana Jones and The Last Crusade-Thoughts on diffe...2025-06-2451 minLift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew Coates#374 Ava Cowan - Lessons and Risk of Fitness Competition DietingAva Cowan is a legendary Pro Figure Champion and Coach who’s appeared on the cover of over 20 fitness magazines.Ava joins me to share:-When do fitness competition diets become dangerous-What are the red flag behaviours to watch for-How to create guardrails to diet safely-Ava’s positive and negative experiences from a long and successful competitive career-Are there people who are drawn to competition for the wrong reasons-Helpful lessons for fat loss from competition dieting-What’s happening when someone hits a fat loss plateau and how to navigate -Are people being honest when tracking their calories-And much more.01:12 Dangers...2025-06-1952 minLift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew Coates#373 Stan Efferding - Practical Nutrition MasterclassLegendary powerlifter and IFBB Pro bodybuilder Stan Efferding is also one of the most thoughtful practitioners of evidence based nutrition and training. Stan joins for a pure masterclass in:-Why we have an obesity and metabolic health crisis -How much of the benefit of healthy lifestyle is directly attributable to fat loss-Why the classic “eat less/move more” advice is truthful but not helpful -What is Stan’s Vertical Diet and how has it helped his clients become healthier-Why diets fail?-The role of food enviro...2025-06-171h 25Lift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew Coates#372 Dr Lauren Colenso-Semple - Debunking Hormone Balancing, Menopausal Myths, and Women’s Training MisinformationDr Lauren Colenso-Semple is garnering a lot of attention for her excellent myth busting media. Lauren joins to share:-Why “balancing hormones” is nonsense-If there’s any evidence to support general training prescriptions around women’s cycles-Do weighted vests help with bone mineral density -Can we “build” bone health as we age-Why we are seeing a lot of questionable or outright bad information on popular wellness podcasts-Why there’s been an explosion in bad information about menopause-Do women lose muscle when training...2025-06-1252 minLift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew Coates#371 Dr. Spencer Nadolsky - Food Noise, GLP-1 Drugs, and Why Obesity Is So PrevalentDr Spencer Nadolsky is an industry leading obesity physician who joins me to cut through the noise and confusion about:-Why obesity is so prevalent-Food Noise-GLP-1 agonist medications like Ozempic-GLP-1 medication effects on addiction -Debunking misinformation about LDL cholesterol risks-Can we influence the distribution of body fat?-What is Lipidema (hint - the fibrous lower body fat like tissue some women struggle with)-Why some people have different metabolic rates-Debunking common misconceptions about doctors, including incentives a...2025-06-1048 minLift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew Coates#370 Pat Basil - How To Train To Improve Consistency, Strength, Power, and ExplosivenessPat Basil is a CSCS with a Masters Degree in Exercise Science and an Undergraduate Degree in Psychology, a great combo for knowing how to merge the training prescription with the relationship and mindset to get people to act and change. Pat joins me to share his thoughts on:-How to create the sweet spot of training stimulus to create adaptation-Why you can make great progress with more consistency and less total work-Why focusing on keeping the streak alive helps-Why he doesn’t ca...2025-06-0551 minLift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew Coates#369 Chris Powell - Navigating Significant Weight LossChris Powell is a lot more than just the host of the ABC Series Extreme Weight Loss (Extreme Makeover: Weight Loss Edition). Chris is a highly educated, evidence based, and deeply empathic coach who works with people struggling with significant weight loss. Chris shares:-The biggest mistakes people make when trying to lose weight-Helping people change their beliefs about what they can accomplish-Could a show like his even be made in today’s landscape?-What conditions and behaviours were necessary for people to keep th...2025-06-031h 03Lift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew Coates#368 Dr. Sean Pastuch - How to Change Your Narrative About Your PainDr Sean Pastuch is an industry leader in helping people not accept a life limited by pain, but getting people back to doing what they love. In this episode Sean shares:-His insights into why we don’t need to accept pain as part of life-Thoughts on how to change our story about pain-How to get back to doing things we love in life-How our relationships affect our experience of pain-Insights on recognizing and changing our rigid identity around what we...2025-05-2957 minLift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew Coates#367 Matt Wenning - Biomechanics, Strength, and Mental ToughnessMatt Wenning is a rare combination of high level education (Masters Degree in Biomechanics) and high level competition success (3x World Champion powerlifter and multiple record holder). Matt joins me to share his thoughts on:-Biomechanics, specifically practical and tactical nuance, and underrated ideas he feels aren’t utilized often enough-Why he feels variety is important but how to apply variety-Why experienced lifters may benefit from thoughtful variety in their programming and why newer lifters benefit more from more time focusing on consistent skills-How to train for power an...2025-05-2753 minLift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew Coates#366 Dr. Caleb Burgess - How Being Healthier Helps You Recover Better From InjuryDr. Caleb Burgess is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach who joins me to discuss:-How being an overall healthier person means you typically have less pain and recover from injury better-How repetitive movements and sustained postures may lead to injury risk-Why slouched positions aren’t inherently risky for injury, but lack of variety of movement may be -If exercise technique has any relationship with pain-If it’s ok to play up the placebo effect of some treatments if someone feels bett...2025-05-2251 minLift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew Coates#365 Brad Schoenfeld PhD - How To Build Muscle: Hypertrophy MasterclassBrad Schoenfeld, PhD is among the worlds leading researchers in the field of muscle hypertrophy, a tenured professor, and author. Brad is measured and nuanced in his breakdown of popular muscle building beliefs and myths. Brad joins me to share a researched backed breakdown of:-Why we can build muscle with rep ranges outside the classic 8-12 reps. -The benefits of training at different rep ranges. -Are higher reps more fatiguing than low reps.-Is fatigue really a serious issue in training.-What the res...2025-05-2049 minLift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew Coates#364 Joel Jamieson - The Optimal Balance of Strength Training and Cardio For LongevityJoel Jamieson is a world leader on performance conditioning, heart rate variability, and energy systems.Joel joins the podcast to educate you on:-The optimal balance of strength and cardio.-Is VO2 max trainable and how important is it for longevity.-Can you do too much strength training to where it negative affects longevity.-Where do we see diminishing returns on strength training.-How does cardio reduce risk of major lifestyle disease like cardiovascular disease.-Why Joel has shifted his focus from...2025-05-1545 minLift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew Coates#363 Aram Grigorian - How Fashion Magazines and Social Media Messed Up Your Body Image and Relationship with FoodAram Grigorian is a dear friend and one of the most generous and selfless professionals in the industry. Aram joins me to share his thoughts on:-Why he thinks people would benefit from tracking their nutrition (there’s a lot of nuance here).-Why people are often resistant to tracking.-Self limiting beliefs.-How fashion magazines, social media, and even your mom’s language and actions messed up your body image and relationship with food.-Why creating time to cook is a major obstacle for many people....2025-05-1354 minLift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew Coates#362 Jason Brown - How To Program Strength Training and Cardio For a Balanced and Healthy LifeJason Brown is one of the industry’s leading authorities on programming for strength, cardiovascular health, and making it all fit optimally into a busy life. Jason breaks down a masterclass in making strength and cardio work within your busy life so you don’t need to live in a gym 6 days a week and shares thoughts on:-How much strength training and cardio you need. -Why you probably don’t need more than 3 days in the gym. -How zone 2 cardio helps with muscle growth.-How people us...2025-05-0856 minLift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew Coates#361 Andy Morgan - Spotting Fitness Charlatans/Tactical Nutrition MasteryAndy Morgan is an experienced coach and the co-author of the Muscle and Strength Pyramids Books. Andy showed up researched and prepared to give you a lot of value. Andy joins the podcast to share his wisdom on:-How to spot fitness and nutrition charlatans.-Where do such charlatans originate from.-What’s going on when someone isn’t losing weight but claims they’re in a calorie deficit.-Why do people underestimate their calorie intake.-Why you shouldn’t add back the calories you burn during exercise.-How people can maintain muscle mass when cutting for fat loss.-How muc...2025-05-061h 01Lift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew Coates#360 Sean Hyson - How Fitness Media Has Changed and How Fitness Trends Get RecycledSean Hyson is a legendary fitness industry media insider having worked as editor in chief at Onnit and training director for Men’s Fitness and Muscle and Fitness magazines.Sean has had a birds eye view of the changing fitness media landscape and has seen all the popular trends and fad diets come and go only to return in a repackaged version. Sean also shares:-Thoughts on low carb and carnivore dieting.-Why some industry authorities struggle to change their beliefs with evidence.-Why some authorities are punished for shifting with changing evidence.-Why people gravitate to more extreme me...2025-05-0152 minLift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew Coates#359 Dr. Pak Androulakis-Korakakis - Muscle Building: Evidence Vs Social Media HypeDr Pak Androulakis-Korakakis guests to talk about several popular muscle hypertrophy concepts and help sort the social media hype from the body of evidence, while dropping a lot of real world application and nuance into the discussion. This is a master class in navigating what matters for getting jacked. Dr Pak shares:-Why “strict” technique may not matter as much for muscle building.-Nuance on the “high vs low volume” camps and narratives online.-The nuance and problem with citing popular bodybuilders as anecdotes to support a training approach...2025-04-2959 minLift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew Coates#358 Andy McCloy - All In With No Plan BAndy McCloy is the owner of the successful gym - BCI Performance and Fitness in Huntsville Alabama, having trained athletes that have made the NFL and NBA. But Andy shares the story of humble and difficult origins and the choices along the way to change his life and that of his family. Andy shares:-The road from being a self proclaimed misfit to successful gym owner and having the time to devote to his family,-What he means by having “No plan B”.-Why “pain equals wisdom”.-How in...2025-04-2449 minLift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew Coates#357 Tony Gentilcore - Getting Started In Fitness, Staying Consistent, Being FlexibleTony Gentilcore is a skilled and experienced coach, and with that skill and experience comes a lot of wisdom about:-How to get people started and how to meet them where they’re at.-How to start with a general program and adjust to your injury history, goals, and preferences.-Why giving people choice in their program helps keep them engaged and consistent. -How to choose starting rep ranges and progress your lifts.-What Tony means by “developing a trainable menu”-Ways to help people...2025-04-221h 09
BLINDSPOTTING: A Racing Podcast For The People, By The PeopleEpisode 116: Short Tracks SuckWe start this week as a golf podcast before moving back to racing. Andrew gets "saucy" after another lackluster Bristol race, discuss the need to change GWCs, the struggles of young driver and cap it all with a motorsports-based version of Scattergories.2025-04-181h 07Lift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew Coates#356 Lee Boyce - How Getting Your Fitness Information Has Changed With Social Media01:08 Evolution of Fitness Information02:42 Social Media's Impact on Fitness05:58 AI in Fitness Content Creation08:57 Positives of Social Media in Fitness12:21 Negatives of Social Media in Fitness22:14 Trends and Frustrations in Fitness Content30:17 Fitness Routine Fundamentals31:15 Effective Workout Strategies33:27 Nutrition Basics34:28 Indulgences and Treats35:26 Sleep and Recovery40:22 Mental and Physical Recovery Techniques46:45 The Importance of Creativity and FictionI’ve been putting a lot of time and effort into making these ne...2025-04-1753 minLift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew Coates#355 Dr. Susie Spirlock - Managing Hyper-mobility, Tendinopathy, and Other Soft Tissue InjuriesDr Susie Spirlock aka Dr Susie Squats guests to share detail and nuance about:-Why stretching doesn’t often alleviate “tight” muscles. -Why dynamic mobility drills and load work better for creating lasting improvements to mobility. -How to manage hyper mobility.-Why the old injury management protocol of Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation is outdated and what to do instead. -What is tendonopathy, what’s changed about our understanding, and how to manage and treat it. -Why surgery often isn’t the best intervention for injury.-And much mo...2025-04-1558 minLift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew Coates#354 Tom Sheppard - Fitness Addiction, Mental Health, and Building Self EfficacyTom Sheppard is a strength coach and fitness writer who, beneath the rugged exterior is a thoughtful and generous soul who joins to open up about his complex mental health journey and how fitness has saved him. Tom shares:-How strength training can be a major positive for your mental health-Where fitness can creep over into addiction and serious problems-How to create guardrails against becoming too addicted-How the gym helps great self efficacy and defeat victim mindset-And much more. ...2025-04-1051 minLift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew Coates#353 Nick Shaw - Planning for Success in Fitness, Maintaining Lifestyle Habits When Travelling, and How to Build a Home GymNick Shaw is a close friend and the CEO and co-founder of Renaissance Periodization. RP are also my first ever podcast sponsor. I’ve known Nick, his co-founder Dr Mike Israetel, and many other members of the RP team for many years, spent time with them at countless events including the Olympia weekend, and had them as guests on my podcast numerous times. I’ve attended several RP seminars, beta tested and later completed the RP Nutrition Certification, and read several of their books. So I love RP’s work and media. So I’m proud a...2025-04-0856 minLift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew Coates#352 James Cappola - A Case For Empathy00:16 Guest Introduction: James Cappola01:10 The Problem with Shaming in Fitness01:57 The Fear of Ozempic in the Fitness Industry03:20 Addressing Vulnerability and Limiting Beliefs05:23 Breaking the Cycle of Failure10:55 Personal Journey and Overcoming Challenges13:30 The Role of Empathy in Coaching16:20 Social Media and Misconceptions in Fitness21:26 The Dangers of Fitness Fads21:57 The Outrage Culture and Social Media Clout22:32 Dealing with Online Criticism and Call-Outs23:22 The Seed Oil Controversy and Misinformation26:11 The Raw Milk...2025-04-0342 minLift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew Coates#351 Ben Mudge - Cystic Fibrosis, Fitness and WarhammerBen Mudge is a friend and a treasure. Ben shares his story of growing up with cystic fibrosis, his fears around the potential progression of the disease, and how devoting his life to his fitness and health has helped improve his quality of life. Ben shares:-How cystic fibrosis works-The catalysts for his changed outlook and effort-Why he feels “Imperfect actions beats perfect words every time”-Why he focuses on love of the process-Why peace and space...2025-04-0156 minLift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew Coates#350 Nathalia Melo - How to Overcome Self Limiting BeliefsFormer Olympia champion Nathalia Melo tells her story of leaving Brazil with little money to her name, working and living in tough conditions, while working toward her dreams. Nathalia is pure ferocity with minimal filter and a lot of wisdom to challenge the narratives that are keeping you stuck in place. Nathalia is today’s guest and shares her thoughts on:-Overcoming self limiting beliefs and victim mindset-Why the best time to start is when your life is already busy-Why people struggle to change their stories and...2025-03-2747 minLift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew Coates#349 Alex Sterner - Why You Should Bend and Rotate Your Spine in Your TrainingAlex Sterner is a certified strength and conditioning coach who specializes in Brazilian Jiujitsu. Follow Alex on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/alex.sterner?igsh=MWQ0bHB3emFkZjFkcA==Alex shares:-Why your spine was meant to move not stay rigid. -Why you not only can, but should train and load by bending, flexing, and rotating at your spine. -Examples of how our spine moves under load and against force in sports and everyday life. -How to approach training for a strong and mobi...2025-03-2552 minLift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew Coates#348 Robert Linkul - Training Older Adults and Training Resilience Against Fall InjuriesRobert Linkul is the industry leading authority on training older adults.In this episode Robert shares:-What sarcopenia is and why everyone should be proactive about it-How we can reduce the risk of falling-How we can reduce the risk of a serious fracture injury if we do fall-How to improve muscle, motor skills, and bone density as we age through training-Why power and explosive training matters for older adults(and everyone) and how to approach it in a safe and...2025-03-2054 minLift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew Coates#347 Josh Hillis - Eating Skills, Managing Stress and Emotional Eating, and the Power of PauseJosh Hillis is the zen master of eating skills and returns to the podcast to share thoughts and wisdom on:-Why it’s risky to blindly trust our hunger signals-Why pausing for 10 minutes before acting on hunger is the most powerful tool you have-Learning to distinguish between physical and psychological hunger-Understanding emotional eating-Why Josh teaches “values based eating”-Getting a handle on stress eating-How food can mask discomfort-And much moreFollow Josh Hillis...2025-03-1848 min
Joe DeFranco's Industrial Strength Show#514 Achieving Longevity as a Personal Trainer & Lifter w/ Andrew CoatesThis week Andrew Coates makes his Industrial Strength Show debut and he does not disappoint! Andrew is a personal trainer and online coach based in Edmonton, Canada. He's also the host of the Lift Free and Diet Hard podcast, a prolific writer and a highly-sought-after public speaker. On today's show you'll hear Andrew & Joe discuss a number of different topics. Highlights include: What does Andrew attribute his longevity in the industry to?; Creating relatable content vs "chasing virality"; Advice to trainers who get asked the same questions all the time; Why your content doesn't always have to be "original"; Andrew's...2025-03-131h 22Lift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew Coates#346 Dr. Sam Spinelli - Training and Rehab With InjuriesDr Sam Spinelli joins me for a discussion about rehab, pain, injuries, and how training puts you in a better position to mitigate injury risk and recover faster from injury. Sam shares:-Strategies to manage injury risk.-Strategies to better recover from injury.-Why he doesn’t think most people need MRI’s or other imaging for many injuries.-What is load management and why it's the most important thing to focus on with injury risk and recovery. -Why posture isn’t a major causal...2025-03-1353 minLift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew Coates#345 Taylor Ryan - Nutrition to Fuel PerformanceTaylor Ryan is a Sports Dietitian(The Australian spelling - don’t @ me) and expert in helping high level and everyday athletes fuel for performance. Taylor shares her wisdom on:-How to navigate the challenge and tradeoffs of performance and aesthetic goals.-How prioritizing “leanness” can hurt athletic performance.-The problems with popular fad diets as foundations for athletic performance.-Strategy for optimal fuelling for athletics.-Plus a lot more nuance to nutrition to feel better I your everyday life.00:39...2025-03-1155 minLift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew Coates#344 Mark Fisher - Unconditional Postive RegardMark Fisher is a dear friend and one of the kindest humans anyone could have the great fortune of knowing. Mark joins me to discuss:-What is “unconditional positive regard” and how choosing this outlook reduces your stress and leaves you happier-How Mark sees life as a series of seasons you evolve through-A lot of positive, basic, actionable mindsets and tactics to set yourself up for success in your fitness journey.-Plus much more. Follow Mark on Instagram at: https...2025-03-0644 minLift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew Coates#343 Adam Meakins - Physical Therapy and Rehab: Separating Evidence Based Practice From PseudoscienceAdam Meakins is a physical therapist on a mission to upgrade the rehab industry by separating overhyped and sometimes outright dangerous practices from the things that work to help people return to their lives and favourite activities. In this episode, Adam:Picks apart a lot of the “silly bullshit” physical therapists practice.Explains why there isn’t as much of a relationships between form and injury risk as we’ve traditionally believed.Explains the limitations, myths, and appropriate use of various passive treatments like cupping, dry needling, and shockwave.Addresses the problems with chiroprac...2025-03-0454 minLift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew Coates#342 Brianna Battles - Postpartum Strength and AthleticismBrianna Battles is the industry leading authority on postpartum athleticism. Brianna guests to share:-Why “athleticism doesn’t end when motherhood begins”-Why going through pregnancy doesn’t automatically qualify fitness influencers to become coaches or educators on postpartum training-Breaking rigid identities around training and allowing for an evolution of how training works across different seasons of life-The importance of maintaining bone mineral density-Thoughts on fuelling for performance -Thoughts on navigating the confusing messaging aimed at women-Plus so m...2025-02-271h 03Lift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew Coates#341 Lucas Hardie - Stretching, Flexibility, and Strength TrainingLucas Hardie aka RangeofStrength has fascinating media and training resources. Lucas shares his knowledge and experience with an unconventional approach to resistance training that merges strength and flexibility. In this episode Lucas talks about:-Why we should expand our training and our body to exercises and positions outside the traditional array of common gym exercises.-The relationship between strength and flexibility, how they’re not in direct opposition. -Misconceptions about flexibility.-Differentiating flexibility from hyper-mobility. -Why some variability in form from rep to rep is ac...2025-02-2547 minLift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew Coates#340 Joe DeFranco - How To Evolve Your Training As You Get Older01:18 Joe's Training Evolution for Longevity04:41 Key Training Principles for Longevity07:33 Modified Workout Structure15:23 Training with Triple H: A Case Study28:03 Balancing Fitness Goals with Family Life29:42 The Dark Side of Staying Lean Year-Round30:54 Frustrations with the Fitness Industry37:16 The Importance of Tracking Nutrition46:54 Realistic Expectations and Media Influence49:22 Resources and Final ThoughtsI’ve been putting a lot of time and effort into making these new episodes valuable for you. You can help me...2025-02-2054 minLift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew Coates#339 Dean Somerset - Rock Solid ResilienceDean Shares:- Upcoming book 'Rock Solid Resilience.' available here: https://a.co/d/fKef8Wm- This episode covered topics such as injury management- Importance of consistency in training despite injuries- Practical strategies for reducing injury risk- Psychological aspects of training- Effectiveness of foam rolling- Insight into how different stress loads affect training outcomes00:00 Introduction and Welcome00:16 Dean Somerset's Background and Influence01:32 Training Through Injuries03:14 Cross Education...2025-02-1844 min
The RebuildEpisode 10: The Future of Fitness – AI Can’t Replace Human Connection with Andrew CoatesEpisode Description:In this episode, Dillon sits down with Andrew Coates, a highly respected coach, writer, and speaker, to break down some of the most pressing topics in the fitness industry today. They dive into the rise of AI in coaching, why technology will never replace human connection, and how fitness information often trickles down from bodybuilding but doesn’t always serve the everyday person.Andrew shares insights from his extensive career in fitness, writing for major publications like Men’s Health and T-Na...2025-02-131h 40Lift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew Coates#338 Susan Niebergall - Muscle and Strength For Healthy AgingSusan Niebergall represents something rare in the fitness industry - a fitness authority over the age of 60. Susan dives into the importance of resistance training to build strength and muscle as we get older. Susan shares:-How her own dedication to muscle and strength let to a better outcome and faster recovery from her hip replacement surgery.-The importance of strength and muscle to reduce risk of fall injuries, and reduce risk of a catastrophic outcome in case of a fall. -Why you need to lift “heavy” and what “...2025-02-1347 minLift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew Coates#337 Mike Doehla - Successful Nutrition Philosophy and TacticsMike Doehla, the founder of wildly successful nutrition coaching company Stronger U, joins to talk about:Follow Mike on IG: https://www.instagram.com/mikedoehla?igsh=MTZnaTZpZ2JiZ2FpYg==-What’s wrong with branded/named diets-Disrupting On/Off mode thinking and getting people back on track faster-Why community support matters and how to combat sabotage-How to successfully manage planning and meal preparation-And a whole lot more everyday nutrition philosophy and tactics...2025-02-1148 minLift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew Coates#336 Dr. Mike Israetel - A.I. and the Future of Your FitnessLegendary PhD of Sport Physiology and co-founder of Renaissance Periodization Dr Mike Israetel joins the podcast to talk about how A.I. promises to enhance our everyday fitness and health lifestyle and health outcome. Dr Mike talks about:-How coaching will be affected by A.I.-How likely we’ll see an I Robot scenario (Will Smith movie).-What will humans do with their extra time if robots take care of daily household tasks?-Why we’ve seen a rise in Mike Mentzer style low volume train...2025-02-0647 minLift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew Coates#335 Dr. Joe Zundell - Cancer and Strength TrainingIn an effort to bring on great guests to go beyond the narrow realm of fitness and nutrition, Dr Joe Zundell (PhD in Cancer Biology) joins me to talk about:
-How strength training reduces cancer risk
-How maintaining muscle and bone helps survive cancer treatment
-Why the cancer cure suppression conspiracy theory is silly logic
-What lifestyle behaviours contribute the greatest risk of developing cancer
-The relationship between cancer and obesity
-Why there’s no one dietary ideology that helps to defeat cancer
...2025-02-0459 minLift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew Coates#334 Tom Morrison - How Strength Is Essential For Mobility And Dealing With InjuriesMobility expert Tom Morrison joins to share wisdom from years of managing his own injuries and coaching others.
Tom talks about:
-How Tom avoided movement restrictions or pain despite probably having broken his neck
-What the everyday person with a busy life can do with limited time to improve mobility?
-How strength is the foundation of mobility
-The difference between active and passive range of motion
-Why being “degenerative” isn’t necessarily something you should be worried about
-Why medical scans of your jo...2025-01-3051 minLift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew Coates#333 Jordan Syatt - How to Prioritize Your Fitness as a ParentJordan Syatt joins me to discuss:
-How his fitness routine has changed since becoming a parent
-How he prioritizes and finds time for fitness
-How his fitness goals have evolved over time
-Why Jordan has been working on doing Jean Claude Van Damme splits
-Jordan’s mobility routine
-What are “Movement Snacks”
-Choosing workout timing
-If Jordan misses the grind of his career before his family life
And much more
00:15 A Warm Welcome to Jordan Syatt
00:38 Balancing Fitness and Father...2025-01-281h 06Lift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew Coates#332 Dan Feldman - Nutrition Mythbusting: Carbs/Insulin, High Fructose Corn Syrup, Omega 3-6 Edition
00:52 Debunking the Carbs and Diabetes Myth
02:49 Understanding Insulin Resistance
06:01 The Role of Resistance Training
09:26 Obesity and Health Risks
14:25 High Fructose Corn Syrup vs. Other Sugars
22:27 The Truth About Fruit and Fructose
26:46 Fruit Juice vs. Whole Fruit: Blood Sugar Impact
27:33 Personal Preferences: Fruit Juice vs. Soda
28:27 Glucose Monitors: Are They Worth It?
30:45 Understanding Inflammation: Acute vs. Chronic
34:26 Omega 3 vs. Omega 6: What You Need to Know
43:51 Dietary Fat: Importance and Recommendations
49:52 Conclusion and Final...2025-01-2352 minLift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew Coates#331 Dr. Christle Guevarra - All Things OzempicDr Christle Guevarra returns with the every day person’s guide to Ozempic and GLP-1 agonist medications
Follow Christle: https://www.instagram.com/dr.christle?igsh=Yml3dnhreTk2d28w
Christle explains:
-Why resistance training matters when using Ozempic
-Does Ozempic really cause bone and muscle loss, over and above what we would see from dieting and calorie restriction?
-What’s going on with “Food Noise”?
-Are any of the criticisms of Ozempic and similar medications valid?
-Is there any merit...2025-01-2151 minLift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew Coates#330 Don Saladino - Philosophy On Grit, Discipline, and Life
00:00 Welcome and Introduction
00:15 Catching Up with Don Saladino
01:12 Celebrity Training Insights
01:43 Balancing Family and Career
02:35 Training Philosophy and Approach
03:33 Challenges of Training Actors
07:37 Misconceptions About Celebrity Life
15:05 Grit and Determination
28:15 The Importance of Accountability in Parenting
29:38 Balancing Fitness and Family Life
31:38 The Discipline of Consistent Training
33:18 Reflections on Brian Johnson's Lifestyle
36:25 Helping Clients Overcome Self-Defeating Beliefs
39:30 The Minimalistic Approach to Fitness Coaching
47:42 Upcoming Projects and...2025-01-1651 minLift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew Coates#329 Jonathan Goodman - Becoming The Obvious ChoiceJonathan Goodman joins to talk about his brand new book The Obvious Choice, out now.
We talk about:
-Why Jonathan chose to write this book?
-Why this book is a pivot into a more mainstream audience?
-The 4 stages of content creation
-How stories and narratives affect your decisions
And more
Follow Jonathan on IG: https://www.instagram.com/itscoachgoodman?igsh=MTI0ejliOGRuOWN4OA==
This episode talks about business, career, and life lessons that can...2025-01-1443 minLift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew Coates#328 Dr. Brandon Parker - How Safe Is Strength Training? How Dangerous Is Not Strength Training?
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:15 Guest Introduction: Dr. Brandon Parker
01:09 Movement Optimism and Strength Training Safety
02:33 Rounding Your Back: The Nuances
06:34 The Importance of Resistance Training
09:36 Exercise Form and Injury Risk
16:44 Load Management and Recovery
23:29 Stability in Training: Machines vs. Free Weights
26:19 Training Modifications and Warm-Up Techniques
27:07 Exploring Exercise Variations
28:01 Addressing Lower Back Pain
30:06 Fear of Pain and Injury in Fitness Content
32:09 The Power of Belief in Healing
36:57 The Importance of Health...2025-01-0954 minLift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew Coates#327 Dr Allan Bacon - Supplements: The Good, The Bad, and The UglyDr. Allan Bacon is in the house to give a masterclass in supplements, including:
-The supplements that have a lot of evidence to support
-Why everyone should take creatine especially older women.
-Can you combine caffeine and creatine?
-Details on beta-alanine, pump supplements, vitamin D, fish oils, magnesium and more.
-Is there any benefit to using BCAA’s/EAA’s?
-What are anti-nutrients and why do shady fitness influencers fear monger about them?
-And much more.
Enjoy this...2025-01-0753 minLift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew Coates#326 Luka Hocevar - Why Everyone Should Train Like An Athlete For LifeLuka Hocevar returns with his usual big energy to share wisdom on:
-The importance of training and maintaining speed, power, and explosiveness as we get older.
-Building resilience against fall injuries.
-How to structure training programs for athletic qualities .
-How strength training reduces risk and slows the progression of neurodegenerative disease like Parkinson’s.
-The importance of developing movement and muscle reserves as we age.
-And much more.
Enjoy this deep dive into where Luka’s life’s work inters...2025-01-0244 minLift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew Coates#325 Brad Jensen - A Conversation About Addiction and FitnessBrad Jensen, The Sober Bodybuilder joins me to share his story of a history of addiction and homelessness and how fitness was a linchpin in his recovery and sustained sobriety.
Learn:
-Can fitness addiction be taken too far?
-Why the people you surround yourself with matter A LOT.
-Why more people are drinking less or giving up alcohol completely.
-Why identity is an important part of change and success.
-First steps to get help or try to help someone in your...2024-12-3148 minLift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew Coates#324 Rachel Henley - Tough Conversations And Setting BoundariesRachel Henley has cracked the code on creating evidence based and practical training content and scaling a massive audience.
We talk about:
-Dealing with unwelcome comments from loved ones, shame triggers, and having tough conversations around this
-The “silly shit” Rachel used to do before finding evidence based fitness and nutrition
-Dealing with comments and beliefs about “ideal bodies”
-Our mission to focus on getting more everyday people into the gym and access to fitness instead of arguing over technical training minutiae
-How to tell who’...2024-12-2747 minLift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew Coates#320 Dr. Alyssa Olenick - Zone 2 Cardio, Hybrid Training, V02 Max and LongevityDr. Alyssa Olenick joins to give a masterclass in:
-Zone 2 cardio including practical strategies
-Vo2 max and how to improve
-What is hybrid training?
-Navigating hyper-mobility
-Strategies to get more cardio in
And much more
Here’s Alyssa’s Zone Calculator for free: https://doc-lyss-fitness.myflodesk.com/zones-calculator
Follow Alyssa on IG: https://www.instagram.com/doclyssfitness?igsh=MXNtN3VmbmU0Yzd3NQ==
This episode is among the earliest in a sig...2024-12-271h 01Lift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew Coates#323 Dr Joseph Munoz - Nutrition Misinformation, Harmful Vs IncorrectDr Joseph Munoz joins to distinguish between how some nutrition misinformation is harmful while others are just incorrect.
We talk about:
-Debunking the carb - insulin hypothesis
-Does protein timing matter that much?
-Creating change through identity shift
-Is there any merit within the “Make America Healthy Again”? (without getting political)
-What really moves the needle for your nutrition?
And much more
Please follow Joey on IG: https://www.instagram.com/dr.joeymunoz?igsh=MTJuaHlsMTdhd2ZtNg==
2024-12-2748 minLift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew Coates#322 Ali Gilbert - Why Testosterone Is Declining In Men And How To Fight BackAli Gilbert, The Queen of Men’s Health joins to share wisdom about men’s declining testosterone levels.
Learn:
-Why men’s testosterone is declining
-It this as serious as media headlines make it appear?
-What “environmental toxins” are creating problems
-How to reduce your exposure to plastics
-Is hormone replacement therapy steroids?
-What are the tradeoff’s for a woman to walk around with a 6-pack?
And More
Follow Ali on instagram: https://www.instagram.com...2024-12-2747 minLift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew Coates#321 Jack Hallows - Science Based Vs Old School LiftingJack Hallows joins to share his charismatic style of evidence based training communication.
We talk about:
-Are science based lifters and old school bodybuilders really that far apart in training ideology?
-What are the big rocks of evidence based training?
-How to approach training to failure?
-Are machines as good as free weights for muscle growth?
Each topic tackles the practical nuance that will help you get more out of your training.
This episode is among the...2024-12-2750 min
Habits and HustleEpisode 396: Andrew Coates: The 3-Bucket Nutrition Hack, Mindful Eating, and TRT After 40Are you eating food you don't even like? In this Fitness Friday episode, Andrew Coates and I discuss everything nutrition. He shares a practical "three-bucket" framework that could revolutionize your relationship with food. We discuss a sustainable, enjoyable approach to nutrition, shaping your food environment for success without giving up the foods you love, and realistic portion sizes. We also dive into societal influences on our eating habits, and the truth about TRT in your 40s.Andrew Coates is a dedicated fitness professional with over 23,000 hours of on-the-floor coaching experience. After graduating from Memorial University o...2024-11-0813 minHabits and HustleEpisode 394: Andrew Coates on Simplifying Strength Training and Cardio + Avoiding OvercomplicationFeeling overwhelmed by endless fitness gadgets and tracking methods? You're not alone. In this Fitness Friday episode, Andrew Coates and I dive deep into the world of fitness misconceptions and offer a refreshingly simple approach to achieving your health goals.We discuss the overuse and potential inaccuracy of fitness tracking methods, benefits of combining resistance training with cardiovascular exercise, and how to find enjoyable forms of exercise to ensure consistency. We also debunk the myth that cardio "kills gains", discuss the risks of overexercising and much more. Andrew Coates is a dedicated fitness professional with o...2024-11-0114 minHabits and HustleEpisode 384: Andrew Coates on Mid-Life Fitness: Cardio vs. Strength, Fasting Pitfalls, and Ozempic FactsTired of conflicting advice about cardio vs. strength training? In this Fitness Friday episode, I am joined by Andrew Coates to dive into this hot debate, specifically which is better for mid-life fitness.We discuss cardio versus strength training, maintaining muscle mass as we age, and the pros and cons of popular weight loss methods like Ozempic. We also dive into the psychology behind extreme dieting and fitness obsessions and why intermittent fasting might not be the miracle cure it's made out to be. Andrew Coates is a dedicated fitness professional with over 23,000 hours of o...2024-09-2722 minHabits and HustleEpisode 382: Andrew Coates: Tips for Breaking The Procrastination Cycle in FitnessHave you ever found yourself waiting for the perfect burst of motivation to start your fitness journey? You're not alone. In this Fitness Friday episode, Andrew Coates and I tackle the age-old question: motivation vs. discipline.We discuss the common pitfall of procrastination and the importance of starting small, such as simply showing up at the gym. We also discuss the idea of "casting votes for your future self," as James Clear says in his book "Atomic Habits," and how consistency in action, even when you don't feel like it, fosters discipline and confidence. Andrew C...2024-09-2013 min
Reppin Fitness with Brick HeadstrongHow will AI effect the Fitness Industry? Andrew Coates explains..REP 03 - Dive deep into the latest industry trends and AI integration in fitness with renowned expert Andrew Coates in this informative repisode of Reppin Fitness with Brick Headstrong!
Join us as Andrew Coates, renowned for his insights featured in top publications like Onnit, Men's Health, T Nation, and Muscle & Fitness, shares invaluable knowledge straight from the trenches of the fitness world.
Andrew delves into the cutting-edge trends shaping the fitness landscape, providing a treasure trove of information for professionals looking to stay ahead of the curve. Learn from his experiences and interactions with industry giants like Jonathan Goodman...2024-06-1225 min
The Vince Del Monte Podcast Show5 Tips To Build A Fitness Business That Actually Lasts with Andrew Coates⏯️ Learn How to Achieve Freedom From Fitness on My YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/vincedelmonte💰 Get Coached to Start, Grow or Scale Your Fitness Biz: https://fbfitpro.com/12-weeks🦅 Join Our Free FB Group & Soar Higher: www.VincesFreeGroup.com Andrew Coates is a hybrid in-person/online fitness trainer who writes for Men's Health Magazine, T-Nation, Muscle and Fitness, and most other publications you've heard of. He owns Andrew Coates Fitness, speaks at some of the biggest events in the industry, and has over 160K followers on IG.This episode WILL CHALLENGE Y...2024-05-2039 min
PT Profit PodcastBest of: Andrew Coates; The Mayor of the Fitness IndustryFor this episode we're highlighting one of our interviews from the past! Originally recorded in June 2022. Andrew Coates is widely described as "The Mayor of the Fitness Industry" for his ability to connect people with one another and for his infectious passion for learning and helping others. This episode covers continuous learning, effective communication, critical thinking, application over theory, and adaptability and also includes a book list Andrew recommends for those wanting to get into writing. Find that here! Help Us Help More People. When you leave a review on apple or Spotify, it helps us share th...2024-03-2154 min
The 80/20 with Coach HaleyAndrew Coates | Training around injuries, Risk vs. Reward, Finding trusted resources, and Injury prevention.Is The Rock natural? Do insulin and carbs make you fat? Should you avoid weight training when you're injured? Tune in to discover how to turn your injury around, how to prevent injuries in the first place, and how to know if your fitness advice is from a trusted source. Andrew Coates tunes in to discuss training through injury, and injury prevention.
Andrew Coates is a personal trainer with over 19,000+ client coaching hours, and a well known resource and fitness writer for Fitness Writer for major fitness publications including T-Nation, The PTDC, Generation Iron, and TrueCoach, with...2024-01-2247 min
The Macro PerspectiveEpisode 49 Lift Free and Diet Hard with Andrew Coates(0:00) Intro to Andrew Coates (Certified fitness instructor, athlete, writer, author, thinker, speaker, podcaster, Renaissance man)
(2:26) Andrew’s insights into media and his position as a coach
(10:48) Creating leverage
(14:35) Coaches need to set boundaries around their time
(18:06) Managing expectations and delaying gratification
(24:43) Fundamental skills needed for leveraging oneself
(30:00) Identity is at the root of most successful lifestyle changes
(36:07) Coaching relationships form because of the work you do to build them, not for squat assistance
(40:15) Writing is a skill…keep practicing
(49:52) Wrap-up and conc...2023-07-2750 min
BLINDSPOTTING: A Racing Podcast For The People, By The PeopleEpisode 88: Georgia On Our MindsOn this week's episode, we discuss the history of the famed number 88, competitive eating, truck racing on road courses, the Atlanta races, playoff possibilities, Hall of Fame nominees, our thoughts on street racing and we preview New Hampshire. Travis gives a shout-out to Matchbox 20, Andrew talks about the beach and Michael, as usual, goes all over the place...including Cartersville, Georgia. It's a great episode and we really do appreciate you giving us a listen!2023-07-1457 min
LiftingLindsay's More Than FitnessCoaching, Educating, and Workout Consistency with Andrew CoatesFollow Andrew on Instagram.Topics:(00:08) - Introducing Andrew Coates
(00:40) - Do we speak to enthusiasts or coaches?
(08:01) - Making it about the one
(12:25) - Commenting on other people's videos
(20:18) - Be careful who you attract
(23:04) - To advertise or not?
(27:57) - Coaching vs educating
(36:05) - Why people struggle with workout consistency
I want to encourage everyone to read through this article by Andrew. He cuts through all the major excuses we all give ourselves about why we are struggling to be consistent in our health and training goals. 5 Surprising Reasons Why You’re St...2023-06-0540 min
Get Leaner & Live Longer180: 3 Incredible Fat Loss Tips from a World Class Strength Coach Ft. Andrew CoatesIn this episode, Andrew shares his fat loss tips that are not only effective but sustainable for long-term success. He emphasizes the importance of strength training, building muscle, and focusing on the basics of fitness instead of getting caught up in controversial or polarizing trends. He also addresses common obstacles that people face, such as fear of lifting weights and becoming overwhelmed with information. Get ready to learn from one of the best in the fitness industry! Andrew Coates is a certified personal trainer and fitness enthusiast with over 19,000 coaching hours under his belt. He g...2023-05-0847 minGet Leaner & Live Longer180: 3 Incredible Fat Loss Tips from a World Class Strength Coach Ft. Andrew CoatesIn this episode, Andrew shares his fat loss tips that are not only effective but sustainable for long-term success. He emphasizes the importance of strength training, building muscle, and focusing on the basics of fitness instead of getting caught up in controversial or polarizing trends. He also addresses common obstacles that people face, such as fear of lifting weights and becoming overwhelmed with information. Get ready to learn from one of the best in the fitness industry! Andrew Coates is a certified personal trainer and fitness enthusiast with over 19,000 coaching hours under his belt. He g...2023-05-0847 min
BLINDSPOTTING: A Racing Podcast For The People, By The PeopleEpisode 80: Spring Has Sprung!!!This week we get into a variety of topics including Chase Elliott's injury, an influx of drivers from other racing genres trying their hand at NASCAR and whether southern California needs a race. We also review California and Las Vegas before sharing our picks for Phoenix and Atlanta. We hope Andrew is having a great time in Africa and look forward to hearing all about his travels on the next episode. As always, thank you for listening! Follow us @NASCARBlindSpot on Twitter!2023-03-1059 min
BLINDSPOTTING: A Racing Podcast For The People, By The PeopleEpisode 76: A Merry NASCAR Christmas! 🎅🏁On this special episode of BlindSpotting, the three knuckleheads are joined by the five Culbreth & Coates children for a holiday fireside chat. They ask us about some of our favorite memories, both NASCAR- and Christmas-related, and Michael debuts the 12 Days of NASCAR! You don't want to miss this one!2022-12-2452 min
D&D Fitness Radio PodcastEpisode 141 - Andrew Coates: Expanding Your Network in Health & FitnessIn Episode 141, we speak with one of Derek’s fellow Canadians, Andrew Coates. Andrew takes us through his career journey and highlights the importance of every single connection he has made over the years, expanding his network of both friends and fellow professionals. His enthusiasm for the fitness industry, as well as his persistent approach to establishing relationships is what has served him well over his career.Andrew Coates was born and raised in Newfoundland, but now makes Edmonton, Alberta his home. He grew up as a competitive cross-country skier, basketball player, and dabbled in many other sports, bu...2022-12-1049 min
BLINDSPOTTING: A Racing Podcast For The People, By The PeopleEpisode 67: The Sweet Taste of Victory (& Ice Cream) w/ Grant EnfingerThe Three Amigos are joined by Grant Enfinger fresh off of his win at INDY!!! We recap both Pocono and Indy and look ahead for the next few weeks. We also enjoy Jean Coates' homemade peach and mint chip ice cream!!! What a great night! Enjoy! Twitter: @NASCARBlindSpot2022-08-051h 29
PT Profit PodcastThe Power of Connection with Andrew CoatesIf you're just starting out in your business or looking to grow your career this episode is for you. Andrew Coates has over a decade in the industry. Based in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada he's built an amazing community of friends and colleagues from travelling to conferences, interviewing industry leaders and engaging in continuing education.Some people may not realize that Andrew actually started his training career a bit later in his adult life. Despite this fact, he's seen tremendous growth in his business, and social reach and has achieved career accomplishments that he's incredibly proud of. Andrew's at...2022-06-3054 min
The Leo Alves PodcastUncovering Fitness Myths: Diets, Workouts, and Gaming (ft. Andrew Coates)Join me in this episode of The Leo Alves Podcast with Andrew Coates, renowned personal trainer, podcaster, and outspoken advocate for evidence-based fitness.We talk how he grew his social media presence, his insights on popular fitness trends like the carnivore diet, glute training, and even his thoughts on popular foods and gaming consoles.If you've ever been curious about how to dicypher good fitness information online and navigate the world of extreme views, Andrew sheds light on these topics and much more.Stay until the end for his top book recommendations that...2022-05-0452 min
Forever StrengthEP #2: The Importance of ConsistencyWelcome to our second episode where Andrew and Bailey tackle important fitness concepts. Today we dive into the importance of consistency. We explain why frequent program hopping doesn't work. 2022-04-2117 min
Forever StrengthEP #1: Reps In Reserve and Training To FailureWelcome to the first episode of the Forever Strength Podcast. Bailey Lau and Andrew Coates explore important training concepts, starting with Reps In Reserve and an exploration of the science behind should you train to failure. If you're finding our podcast for the first time. Hope you subscribe and enjoy future topics and some planned big guest episodes. 2022-04-1415 min
The Coach's PlaygroundAndrew CoatesComparison to a certain extent makes things healthy. But when negative self-talk comes in, that’s where the problem is. Instead of minding everything that others are doing, why not work at bettering yourself for the people you serve? Things can never be perfect, everyday is a work in progress. For as long as you are doing your best for your people and you are helping them reach their goals, that is enough to be proud of. Andrew Coates graduated from Memorial University of Newfoundland with a Bachelor of Commerce(Co-op) Honours. He gr...2022-03-1645 min
The Strength Connection#33 - Andrew Coates: 1,000 True FansIn the 33rd Episode of The Strength Connection Podcast, Mike and our special guest Personal Trainer, Co-host of Lift Free & Die Hard and Fitness Writer for T-Nation, The Personal Trainer Development Center, Generation Iron, and more Andrew Coates will talk about Andrew's follower gain over the years, Influencer’s biggest mistake, tips for gaining an audience, writing ideas, and more.Join us in this insightful and captivating talk!In this chapter you will discover:(1:40) Introducing our special guest Personal Trainer, Co-host of Lift Free & Die Hard and Fitness Writer for T...2022-01-1152 min
Stacked Strength Podcast#25 Andrew Coates - Getting Results With A Busy ScheduleIn today's episode, Daniel sits down with Andrew Coates. Topics of discussion include training with time constraints, gaining client buy-in, becoming a better listener, encouraging autonomy, individual responsibility, strategies for busy parents, setting your future self up for success, protecting yourself from saboteurs, and more.
TIMESTAMPS
00:01 Introduction
02:37 Common time related obstacles
06:45 How do you get client buy-in on their goals?
09:00 How do you become better at listening to clients?
13:57 How do you develop autonomy with your clients?
21:53 Individual responsibility and...2021-01-1955 min
Cool, Calm, & ChaoticThe Lies We Tell Ourselves! w/ Andrew Coates #174This Episode Is A Much Needed and Extremely Important Conversation With The Guy That I Have Declared Was The "Fitness Person of The Year" Mr. Andrew Coates. Andrew Is A Trainer, Coach, Writer, Podcaster, Repository of Health, Wellness, and Productivity Goodness. Whether You're A Fitness Trainer or Your Average Person Looking To Improve Your Health Andrew Speaks Truth Directly To You! Among Many Great Pieces of Content That Andrew Put Out We Dig Deep Into A Specific Article About The Lies That We Tell Ourselves and We Discuss How It Applies To All of Our Lives In Virtually Every Si...2021-01-131h 20
Between Sets#61 Guest: Andrew Coates - How To Grow Your Instagram In The Fitness Industry, How To Consume 80 Books A Year, Why Writing Is Important, Why Posting About Politics Is Silly, And How To Sell BetterAndrew Coates is a personal trainer with over 16,000 hours of training and a decade of experience in the fitness industry. Over that time, he has built up a successful coaching business that works out of Evolve South in Edmonton, Alberta. He also hosts a podcast called Lift Free Diet Hard.
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Lift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew CoatesEP 2 Mike Israetel: Success in RP Company Culture and Social MediaWelcome to Episode #2 of the rebranded Lift Free and Diet Hard Podcast with host Andrew Coates. Dr. Mike Israetel joins to share how Renaissance Periodization developed a successful brand and culture. We discuss RP and Mike’s individual approaches to social media engagement, should trainers touch politics on their media, and pitfalls of isolated research like the now famous, dubious, and possibly fraudulent squats vs hip thrusts study.2020-08-1154 min
Lift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew CoatesEP 1 Sohee Lee: Content Consistency and Saying NoWelcome to the 1st episode of the revamped podcast. After 150 episodes of The Fitness Devil Podcast, life and work are taking Dean onto other project focus, leaving Andrew Coates to host The Lift Free And Diet Hard Podcast solo. Sohee Lee jump starts the rebrand with a discussion about her recent life travelling with boyfriend Ben, a shift in her social media and experiencing new engagement, the value in consistency within your content creation, scaling to educate a larger audience, building a team of coaches in her business, and the importance of saying no to preserve your time and...2020-08-041h 07
Lift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew CoatesSarah Moorman EP 40: Science PoolSarah Moorman joins us on her first ever podcast appearance. Sarah tells how she got started in powerlifting, figure competition, and coaching others. Sarah discusses organizing the Women’s only Womxn’s Strength Summit and some of the less than thoughtful responses from men in response to the exclusive event. That takes us deep into how pervasive sexual harassment is within the fitness industry and Andrew may or may not go completely off about the problems he’s witnessed over his nearly 8 year career. We tackle some of the pressures trainers feel to look a certain way and how we fee...2018-05-311h 12Lift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew CoatesEpisode 37: Dean and Andrew EP 37: Show Down Little EdmontonDean and Andrew basically needed to record an episode. We travelled last week to the Kansas City Fitness Summit and through the business of it all we weren’t able to arrange one more episode guest to have in advance. But no worries as we return with 3 guests next week in a roundtable with Dr. Mike Israetel, Dr Spencer Nadolsky, and Bryan Krahn who isn’t a Dr.
Meanwhile we this week went over some highlights of the previous 36 episodes. Various relevant Fitness topics, and Andrew may or may not have had a few scotch and shared some...2018-05-1052 minLift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew CoatesBrad Dieter EP 36: Jacked To The FutureWelcome to the future of the fitness industry according to Brad Dieter, Andrew Coates, and Dean Guedo. But mostly according to Brad.
We tackle artificial intelligence, Brad’s work in biomedical research, the validity or lack there of in current DNA testing and where it will develop, and a lot more.
Brad also explains his hypothesis about intolerances and how people are “drawn to them”. Brad also explains how you can’t “hate yourself lean”, and we hammer at the pointlessness of Internet arguements, over concepts like burpees. Special Guest: Brad Dieter.2018-05-031h 09
Lift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew CoatesEpisode 14: Dean Guedo & Andrew Coates: The podcast that could (Back story, year in review, and a rant or two...)2017-12-211h 14