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You’re a hard worker. You do everything right. But your results aren’t as good as you’d like them to be. What gives? In this episode we discuss common ways we all kid ourselves. Usually, we don’t even realize we’re doing it until a hard dose of reality sets in. Maybe you’ll realize a change is needed before it kicks you while you’re down. And if not, well, at least you’ll enjoy the same fun and games we had while recording this episode. Enjoy! Related Posts Iron And The Soul by Henry Rollins Listen to Mighty Cast 140 The post Mighty Cast 140: Kidding Yourself appeared first on Get Mighty Now.

Do powerlifters ever do dumb things in the gym? Nah — NEVER! But one little Internet troll by the name of Dave Tate argues that there are at least 15 dumb things powerlifters must stop doing. Listen in as we flame this little troll into oblivion… or don’t. Dave’s a pretty smart guy. We think you’ll agree. Enjoy! Related Posts Original Article from EliteFTS Listen to Mighty Cast 132 The post Mighty Cast 132: 15 Dumb Things Powerlifters Do -Article Review appeared first on Get Mighty Now.

Why do we fail to succeed? Isn’t it wonderful that every new year, we get to study New Year’s Resolutions?! What do the successes have in common? What do the failures have in common? What do these two groups have in common? What’s different? More importantly, which commonalities and differences actually matter? And is there something we’re missing altogether? In this episode, we focus on common causes of failure. Specifically, we’ll look at failures that stem from: Procrastination (failing before you even begin) Lack of Skill Lack of Improvement Lack of Focus/Prioritization Finally, we look at ways to get past these failures, to increase your chances of success. Enjoy! Listen to Mighty Cast 135 The post Mighty Cast 135: Failure to Succeed appeared first on Get Mighty Now.

This week John Little, the most published author on High-Intensity Training (HIT), joins us to discuss everything under the sun about this training approach. As Mike Mentzer’s protégé, co-author of the popular Body by Science, and one of the world’s foremost authorities on Bruce Lee – you’re in for a treat. Also joining us from Michigan is Chris’ brother from the other side of the ocean, the rogue trainer himself, Brian Nassar. Brian is a HIT enthusiast himself, so if he had things his way, we’d each speak for 5 intense minutes, call it a show, and not even consider another Mighty Cast for at least 2 weeks ;) On the other side of the ring are Nick & Chris – two men skeptical about many of the claims made by HIT proponents. Just like their extended training – they enjoy extended podcasts. Nick spent weeks reviewing HIT notes, tearing apart Body by Science, and preparing for WAR while Chris ate curry and slept a lot. Was it a blood bath? Or is Nick cyber-stalking John right now (as you read this) looking to snatch-up real estate in his area so they can become bestest buddies forever? Listen in to find out! NOTE: This is the mighty Chris Young’s final episode – and what a wonderful episode it was to end on. Chris was in great spirits, full of energy, and loved speaking with John and Brian. 143 episodes and we’re still having fun. We hope you do too. Enjoy! Related Products Train with John @ Nautilus North Beginning Bodybuilding Body by Science High-Intensity Training the Mike Mentzer Way Max Contraction Training Power Factor Training Static Contraction Training Striking Thoughts The Art of Expressing the Human Body The Warrior Within The Wisdom of Mike Mentzer Listen to Mighty Cast 143 The post Mighty Cast 143: Interview with John Little appeared first on Get Mighty Now.

Remember the excitement you had when you first cracked open a muscle mag, found a workout from Arnold Schwarzenegger, Ronnie Coleman or Dorian Yates, and tried it out in the gym? How were your results? And how is mimicking other pro training programs any different? In this episode, we look at 5 things athletes do that you shouldn’t. Listen in to find out what they are, and why you shouldn’t waste your time. Enjoy! Related Videos (pop-up lightbox) Nick Tumminello – High Box Jumps Problems & Solutions High Box Jumps for MMA vs. Average Client Listen to Mighty Cast 139 The post Mighty Cast 139: 5 Things Athletes Do That You Shouldn’t appeared first on Get Mighty Now.

It’s inescapable. When people are gathered, willies are waving. Whether at work, home or in the gym – social comparison and one-upmanship is impossible to avoid. It’s part of our nature. But being The Mighty Cast, we’ll focus less on keeping up with the Joneses through home remodeling competitions, and more on the gym aspect. When is it OK to wave your willy in the gym? Is it on the bench where your bro “spotted” you with a 100kg row? The quarter squat that looked AWESOME despite the footballer’s “bad” knees? Or the crossfit complex that ended with the person looking like spaghetti and barbell? Listen in to find out! Related Videos (pop-up lightbox) John Oliver: The NCAA Listen to Mighty Cast 134 The post Mighty Cast 134: Willy Waving appeared first on Get Mighty Now.

It’s inescapable. When people are gathered, willies are waving. Whether at work, home or in the gym – social comparison and one-upmanship is impossible to avoid. It’s part of our nature. But being The Mighty Cast, we’ll focus less on keeping up with the Joneses through home remodeling competitions, and more on the gym aspect. When is it OK to wave your willy in the gym? Is it on the bench where your bro “spotted” you with a 100kg row? The quarter squat that looked AWESOME despite the footballer’s “bad” knees? Or the crossfit complex that ended with the person looking like spaghetti and barbell? Listen in to find out! Related Videos (pop-up lightbox) John Oliver: The NCAA Listen to Mighty Cast 134 The post Mighty Cast 134: Willy Waving appeared first on Get Mighty Now.

Pickpockets, street magic and weight loss… What do they have in common? Everything! Tune in for an odd, but enlightening episode. You will learn tricks of the trade – for weight loss… And deceit! Enjoy :) Related Videos (pop-up lightbox) Dr. Oz and Nutritional Supplements Related Posts Dr. Oz Update Examine.com – ECA Related Products Bad Science Mighty Mind Episode 130 The post Mighty Cast 130: Weight Loss Crooks, Cons & Gadgets appeared first on Get Mighty Now.

Janae Marie Kroczaleski – known in the past as Matt Kroc, was recently outed on YouTube as being transgender. And it’s left a lot of people scratching their heads. Why? Because Matt Kroc was about as alpha-male as you can get considering his: * All-time powerlifting world record holder for the 220lb class in 2009 * 2006 Arnold Classic WPO powerlifting middle weight champion * Marine – served presidential security under Bill Clinton * MuscleTec’s face of powerlifting (until this came out…) * Sponsored EliteFTS athlete * Published in Men’s Fitness, PowerliftingUSA, MuscleMag, Muscle & Fitness, T-Nation Oh, and who doesn’t know “Kroc rows?” But life isn’t always black and white. Neither is gender. Or sexuality. Some will want to dismiss this as a publicity stunt. Others as mental disability. And some, as “work of the devil.” But the truth is a bit more complicated – as you’ll soon learn. “Educational” doesn’t even begin to describe the experience. So if you’re ready to get inside the head of one of the smartest, strongest, kind-hearted figures in strength sports, then listen in. You’ll learn, laugh, and maybe even fall in love with our guest. But please, if you do… no more marriage proposals or dick pics on Facebook… unless written as an epic poem, or in the image of space shuttle orbiter. Gracias por su comprensión. Enjoy! Related Videos (pop-up lightbox) PowerCast 107 Related Posts MattKroc.com JanaeMarieKroc.net Wikipedia Page T-Nation Articles Elite FTS Articles Episode 142 The post Mighty Cast 142: Janae Marie Kroczaleski Interview appeared first on Get Mighty Now.

Sometimes, the best rule is no rule. But you can’t have a game without rules. Since most rules are “made up as you go along,” this leads to a lot of silly rules. When these rules don’t change after the sport’s infancy – it just makes the sport look, well, silly. In this episode, we discuss ridiculous rules in popular sports. Enjoy! Related Videos (pop-up lightbox) Serge Redding 502lb (228kg) Clean & Press Zydrunas Savickas 228kg Log Press Episode 129 The post Mighty Cast 129: Rules of the Game appeared first on Get Mighty Now.

Still struggling to lose a bit of weight? Learn what it’s like to lose over 150lbs with Chris’ close friend and best client turned personal trainer. Becky’s weight loss lessons are pure gold. Hear how she went from a timid, overweight mother to smashing fat with a hammer — like a female Norse goddess in Valhalla. Even mighty Thor would nod with approval. This is Nick’s favorite weight loss discussion EVER, and the only diet podcast Chris didn’t whinge about (in fact, he even admitted having a good time talking about “the most boring topic in the world”). If you listen to just ONE of our weight loss podcasts, make it this one… you WON’T regret it! Enjoy! Related Posts Mighty Testimonials Related Products What’s Eating Gilbert Grape Episode 138 The post Mighty Cast 138: Best Weight Loss Interview Ever – 150lbs Leaner with Becky Lyndon appeared first on Get Mighty Now.

Jill Mills, multiple record holder in powerlifting, bodybuilding, and two time World’s Strongest Woman joins us to discuss life, training, and the never-ending process of self-improvement. Get ready for some down-to-earth, practical advice you can use in addition to the usual tangents, giggles, and knowledge bombs. Special thanks to Jill Mills for joining us, and Brian Nassar for getting us all together. Enjoy! Related Videos (pop-up lightbox) Jill Mills 1264 total at 163 Jill Mills Rope Dancing World’s Strongest Woman 2001 World’s Strongest Woman 2002 Related Posts Jill’s Website Episode 137 The post Mighty Cast 137: Jill Mills – World’s Strongest Woman appeared first on Get Mighty Now.

BENCH PRESS: bodybuilding vs. powerlifting style… How does your programming change depending on your main goal? Should you switch up your grip, reps, weight, setup, arch, rest periods, pauses, tempo, diet, recovery, volume, intensity, etc.? Or does it not really matter? Listen in to find out! Related Posts Original T-Nation Article Related Products The M.A.X. Muscle Plan Episode 136 The post Mighty Cast 136: Bodybuilding vs. Powerlifting Bench Press –Article Review appeared first on Get Mighty Now.

Ever choked? No, not on food… if you’ve ever been ready to crush it, and failed miserably instead, you know what we’re talking about. From average Joe to Bobby Fischer to the Green Bay Packers, normal folk and extraordinary people are equally susceptible to choking. What causes the choke, and how can you guard against it? Listen in to find out. Enjoy! Related Products Mighty Mind Episode 128 The post Mighty Cast 128: The Choke appeared first on Get Mighty Now.

CANI – Constant And Never-ending Improvement in Tony Robbins terms… something we all should be doing, and a good topic for regular reflection. In this episode of the mighty cast, we look at Chris’s training on the road to recovery, which includes a Koala’s sleep schedule. If you’re getting back into it or recovering from an injury yourself, you may learn a thing or two about how to adjust frequency, volume, variations, recovery, and approaching new PRs. This episode also includes some of Nick’s recent revelations from his single-digit bodyfat experiments. Listen in and be sure to check out this week’s show links for some inspiring lifts from Chris and some sleep-aid gems. Enjoy! Related Videos (pop-up lightbox) Chris Bench Chris Squats John Oliver: Infrastructure Related Products F.lux (PC, MAX, iPhone) Twilight (android) Episode 133 The post Mighty Cast 133: Current Training and Lifestyle appeared first on Get Mighty Now.

You could have all the luck in the world, or none of it. What influences luck? How do you get more of it? And what does probability, the ultimate science of luck, have to say about it? From hot streaks, to regression to the mean, to timeless advice, you’ll come away knowing something you didn’t know about luck before. Listen in to learn more about how to stack the odds in your favor. Enjoy! Related Videos (pop-up lightbox) Four Yorkshiremen Episode 127 The post Mighty Cast 127: Are You Feeling Lucky Punk? appeared first on Get Mighty Now.

Are you wasting hundreds of hours and thousands of dollars on weight loss methods that just don’t work? Listen in to find out! Episode 126 The post Mighty Cast 126: Top 10 Weight Loss Myths appeared first on Get Mighty Now.

Trying to do everything but doing a whole lot of nothing? Let’s change that. Did you know that Archimedes used to use a large lens and mirror to harness the power of the sun and set ships on fire during war? THAT’s the power of focus, and you can use the same idea to burn fat. In this episode we’re going to share our top 5 weight loss tips for fat loss. So drop everything, listen-in, and focus! Related Products Mindless Eating The Willpower Instinct The Ultimate Volumetrics Diet Episode 125 The post Mighty Cast 125: Our Top 5 Weight Loss Tips for the New Year appeared first on Get Mighty Now.

Broke his back, now squats over 1100 pounds. New Years Resolutions are starting to wane, and the only thing that will save your ego is a good excuse! What’s yours? “I can’t do [insert exercise] because I have [insert weakness].” Please… Even with bad knees/back/shoulders you can still squat/bench/deadlift. How do I know? Because this last year Chris had shoulder surgery, a knee replacement, lost a quarter of his leg to flesh eating bacteria, lost the ability to walk, and damn near died… TWICE. He’s now going through the third round of chemo, and it’s a walk in the park compared to all the other shit – cancer be damned. If anyone has an excuse not to train, it’s him. But where is he? In the gym. In fact, the first place he went when he got home, was to the bathroom. Anticlimactic, I know. But the second place he hobbled, was to his backyard gym, on crutches. And what did he do? He trained. 3 weeks later, he’s walking without crutches, benching, squatting and deadlifting despite feeling like a spirit possessing someone else’s body (a side-effect of neuropathy). If he can train, get stronger, and be happy about it after all that, you can too. But only if you stop with the damn excuses. So if you’re in for a bit of motivation, intelligent training, or slagging off your lazy mates, listen in. Because there’s no excuse not to be taking the best damn medicine on the planet – a good training session. Listen, enjoy, and stay mighty! Related Videos (pop-up lightbox) Thor is tall, but still deadlifts… BIG! Related Posts Too Busy to Train? Default for Consistency Injuries and How to Train Around Them Related Products The Willpower Instinct Episode 124 The post Mighty Cast 124: Excuses, Excuses appeared first on Get Mighty Now.