Just a quick wrap-up of our first season of the podcast and some of the things to look forward to coming in Season 2! A huge thank you to everyone who has tuned in, reviewed, shared, or even just enjoyed the show. We truly couldn't do this without you!   Get our new nutrition coaching app, Carbon Diet Coach, for iOS and Android to get custom nutrition coaching for less than $10/month: https://joincarbon.com Get our books on how to lose fat: https://www.biolaynestore.com Take my online...

In this episode of the podcast, Layne and Holly interview James Smith. James is the author of two best-selling books "Not a Diet Book" and "Not a Life Coach" and is known in the fitness industry as someone who takes no shit and pulls no punches. He also has one of the most interesting and, quite frankly, bizarre stories of how he came to be an established figure in the industry. James is also extremely transparent when discussing his experiences with anabolic steroids, alcohol, and various...

In this episode, Layne and Holly chat with celebrity trainer and former LA Lakers trainer, Gunnar Peterson. Gunnar is well known for having trained some of the biggest stars like The Rock, Lindsey Vonn, Sylvester Stallone, Kate Beckinsale, and many others. He shares his experience and tons of wisdom for up-and-coming coaches/PTs on how to be successful. This episode was wildly entertaining for us & Gunnar was one of our absolute favorite guests! We know you’ll love this episode as...

In this episode, Holly and Layne interview Dr. Mike Israetel. Dr. Israetel is one of the most well-known evidence-based hypertrophy experts in the world. We chat with him about what matters most for hypertrophy, with the discussion centering around volume, load, intensity, and proximity to failure. We also get insight into the mindset of hardcore training where we will teach our listeners about the difference between training to failure... and training to failure by going to the 'dark place.'...

There are many myths that have been perpetuated about resistance training over the years including but not limited to: -Lifting makes you bulky -Lift light weights to be 'toned' -Lifting stunts your growth -Lifting makes you 'muscle bound'   In this episode, Layne talks with Sal Di Stefano from Mind Pump. Sal began his fitness journey of lifting weights as a teenager and became a personal trainer at 18 years of age, then was promoted to general manager of a large gym by age 19, and...

Dan Newmire is a professor at Texas A&M and has also competed as a successful bodybuilder, winning the superheavyweight class at 2012 NPC Junior USA Championships. Dan's research centers around the mechanisms behind hypertrophy and one of his specific areas of research is examining the utility of partial ranges of motion on hypertrophy compared to more conventional methods. He also is interested in the adaptations to resistance exercise and the effects of warm & cold immersion on...

In this episode, we speak with Dr. Brad Schoenfeld. Brad is considered one of the most preeminent if not THE MOST preeminent researcher of muscle hypertrophy in the world. He is a professor at Lehman College and has published several popular books including "The MAX Muscle Plan" as well as "The Science and Development of Muscular Hypertrophy." We speak with him about all things muscle growth, including discussions on volume, intensity, and the mechanisms behind how muscle actually grows from...

On today's show, we have an extremely special guest, Dr. Donald Layman, Layne's PhD advisor. Dr. Layman is a legend in the field of nutrition, especially protein metabolism. In this episode, we talk about Dr. Layman's research, all things protein, as well as dispelling some popular nutritional sciences myths. Don't miss your chance to learn from the man who taught Layne how to think like a scientist.   You can find Dr. Layman on Twitter @donlayman   Get our new nutrition coaching app,...

In this episode, Layne interviews James Krieger, someone we consider to be at the forefront of evidence-based nutrition and training recommendations. He has a master's degree in nutrition and a second master's degree in exercise physiology. He has published research in journals such as the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition and the Journal of Applied Physiology. He runs weightology.net and has his own research review (that we are subscribed to). He is also a professional day trader and...

In this episode, we interview Dr. Jay Cholewa, professor of exercise science at the University of Lynchburg. We talk about Jay's abnormal route to becoming a professor and what led him to turn his life around. We also discuss the extensive history between Jay and Layne: how they met in the early 2000s on the bodybuilding.com forums as aspiring bodybuilders, how their paths diverged and then came back together. Of course, we discuss Dr. Cholewa's research, much of which focuses on supplements...

Dr. Mark Haub is currently a professor at Kansas State University. He has a Bachelors in Psychology from Fort Hays State University, as well as a Masters in Exercise Science. He also holds a PhD in Exercise Physiology from the University of Kansas. Dr. Haub has researched many interesting nutrition-related topics, such as sodium bicarbonate and sodium citrate in sports performance, as well as high-fat diets vs high-carbohydrate diets in endurance athletes. The list goes on. For those of you...

In this episode, we interview Dr. Gabrielle Fundaro. Dr. Fundaro holds a PhD in Human Nutrition, Foods, and Exercise, where her research specifically focused on the gut microbiome. She spent a few years as an Assistant Professor of Exercise Science and also as a coach for Renaissance Periodization. Now she works full-time running her own company, Vitamin PhD Nutrition. In this episode, we discuss the gut microbiome, gut health issues like IBS, flexible dieting, and intuitive eating. We also...

In this episode, we speak with Dr. Ethan Weiss. Dr. Weiss is a cardiologist at UCSF and recently made headlines for a large intermittent fasting study that he was involved in called the 'TREAT Study.' The study was unique in terms of the number of participants, duration, and number of biomarkers examined in a TRF (time-restricted feeding) vs. non-TRF study. Dr. Weiss' hypothesis was that the TRF group would see better results than the non-TRF group over the 12-week study. He talks about how...

In this episode, we speak with Dr. Alan Levinovitz. Dr. Levinovitz is an associate professor of religious studies at James Madison University. His work looks into the relationship between religion, science, and literature. His best-selling book "Natural: How Faith in Nature's Goodness Leads to Harmful Fads, Unjust Laws, and Flawed Science" takes a deep dive into our obsession with what is 'natural' and questions the very fundamental understanding of what IS, in fact, natural. We discuss...

What an amazing episode this is. This week we interview Hollywood actor, Ethan Suplee. You may recognize him from the popular TV series "My Name Is Earl," along with movies such as "American History X," "Remember the Titans," "Cold Mountain," and many more. Not only do we discuss Ethan's career as an actor, but we also hear about his struggles with weight—where, at several points throughout his career, he reached a bodyweight of over 500lbs! We talk about how Ethan's recent efforts enabled...

In this week's episode, we chat with Australian health and fitness coach Mark Carroll and his incredibly beautiful, highly-talented girlfriend, Lauren Simpson.  This episode was recorded back in 2019, so you’ll notice some of the events we discuss have already passed. That said, we both found it interesting to listen back to this and observe the mindset of a professional bikini athlete like Lauren when she is faced with a big competition like WBFF Worlds.  We talk to the pair about a range of...

Today's episode is another Q&A from our listeners. Some of the topics covered in this one are related to contest prep and weight loss—specifically dealing with extreme hunger and strategies to overcome binge eating. We also discuss strength-based training (low reps at heavy loads) and whether or not this makes you "bulky." We talk about weight belts and lifting accessories, what exercises they are useful for, and what we recommend for training. If you would like to ask a question for...

Zach Rocheleau is a good friend of ours who is not only a whole lot of fun to be around—in fact, we recently brought him along on a trip to Australia—but he also embodies positivity when it comes to enjoying food.  Zach is most known for his recipe creation, with several macro-friendly recipe books. More recently, Zach launched his own food product range "Protein Cookie Butter," along with some fun & novel flavored protein powders, and has really taken the concept of flexible dieting to...

In this episode, Holly and Layne speak with Dr. Jake Linardon, a research fellow and psychology lecturer at Deakin University in Melbourne, Australia (Holly's alma mater). Dr. Linardon's research focuses on eating disorders with a specific focus on binge eating disorder (BED). BED is a disorder that is quite common in the fitness industry and binge eating is something that many people in general struggle with. In this episode, Holly and Layne speak with Dr. Linardon about how to break binge...

In this episode, we interview possibly the strongest pound for pound couple in the world, Hayden Bowe and Stefi Cohen. They have both achieved great success in powerlifting and Olympic weightlifting, but they are also well-educated entrepreneurs who have great insight on many different topics. We sat down and had beers with them and asked them a few questions. You’re going to love this show.   You can find Stefi on Instagram @steficohen, Hayden @hayden.bowe, & everything Hybrid...

Holly and Layne take a step back and discuss their respective fitness journeys. They talk about how they got into fitness, how they developed and nurtured a passion for it, and what they think can help others have success on their journey. So many people only think in short time frames, but in order to have long-term success, it requires a long-term mindset. In this episode, the Beauty and the Geek break down how to develop the proper mindset for long-term success.   Get our new nutrition...

In this episode, we interview Professor of Exercise Science, Bill Campbell. Bill runs the 'physique enhancement laboratory' at the University of South Florida. Bill's lab is specifically dedicated to unlocking the keys to improving body composition through resistance training and nutritional manipulation. You won't want to miss this episode of knowledge bombs.   You can find Bill on Instagram @billcampbellphd   Get our new nutrition coaching app, Carbon Diet Coach, for iOS and android to get...

In this episode, we interview none other than Mr. Olympia, Brandon Curry. We talk about his journey from starting weights into bodybuilding and his progression. We discuss what the major change was that took him from ‘good’ to champion and we talk about how he balances being Mr. Olympia with being a dad and husband. Finally, we discuss his prep to defend his title and how it’s been impacted by COVID.   You can find Brandon on Instagram @brandon__curry   Get our new nutrition coaching app,...

You guys get quite a diverse listen this week with a range of questions submitted from our listeners.   In this episode we cover topics from:  -Effective home workouts during COVID -How to approach programming when returning to the gym from lockdown. -How important is stretching before training for performance? -"No pain, no gain," is there any truth to this? -Do you need to sweat in order to lose weight?   If you would like to submit a question or topic for future podcasts, you can do so by...