Barbell Medicine Podcast

In this episode of the Barbell Medicine podcast, Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum and Dr. Austin Baraki discuss various topics including the aging of elite athletes, the need for improved nutrition education in medical schools, the impact of social media on body image, the benefits of exercise in cancer recovery, changes in college sports compensation, the introduction of AI tools in medical review processes, and more.New Stuff:Bodybuilding I Programming LibraryCollagen ArticleTestosterone CourseNutrition SeminarOther Referenceshttps://www.theguardian.com/sport/2025/jun/04/french-open-jannik-sinner-alexander-bublik-novak-djokovic-semis https://abcnews.go.com/Politics/rfk-jr-medical-schools-teach-nutrition-lose-federal/story?id=122482788 https://www.today.com/health/mind-body/what-is-skinnytok-banned-on-tiktok-rcna211003 https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/exercise-may-be-as-important-as-drugs-in-preventing-colon-cancer-recurrence https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/news/how-college-athletes-will-be-paid-aft

In this episode of the Barbell Medicine podcast, Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum and Dr. Austin Baraki delve into a medical mystery case involving a 38-year-old man who presents with acute severe headache, dizziness, and vomiting after playing golf. The discussion covers the patient's symptoms, differential diagnosis, and the clinical reasoning leading to the eventual diagnosis.Casehttps://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17254877/ New Stuff:Bodybuilding I Programming LibraryCollagen ArticleTestosterone CourseNutrition SeminarOther Referenceshttps://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17130413/https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30891639/  Become a Barbell Medicine Plus Member TodayResources Page: https://www.barbellmedicine.com/resources/Template Quiz: https://www.barbellmedicine.com/template-quiz/Got pain and need a professional who understands you lift? Or, do you need an experienced coach to help you get the most out of your training? Contact us at support@barbellmedicine.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/barbell-medic

In this episode of the Barbell Medicine Podcast, Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum and Dr. Austin Baraki delve into the concept of progressive overload, a fundamental principle in strength training. They explore the varying definitions of progressive overload from major fitness organizations, the historical context of the term, and the importance of understanding training stress versus training stimulus. The conversation also covers how to measure progress in strength training, the non-linear nature of strength gains, and various strategies for adding weight.New Stuffhttps://www.barbellmedicine.com/shop/training-templates/program-library/ https://www.barbellmedicine.com/blog/collagen-protein/https://www.barbellmedicine.com/blog/how-to-train-while-losing-weight/ https://www.barbellmedicine.com/blog/lateral-elbow-pain-for-lifters/ https://www.barbellmedicine.com/blog/shoulder-pain-guide/ https://www.barbellmedicine.com/shop/courses/testosterone/ Nutrition Seminarhttps://tinyurl.com/55zue765 Papersprevious articleACSM 2009C

In this episode of the Barbell Medicine podcast, Dr. Feigenbaum reviews the history of Pilates and looks at research regarding its effects on strength, muscle size, and health.Papers:Latey 2001Wells 2012CrossFit WebsiteKim 2024Ko 2024  Galvez 2019 Irandoust 2016  Kovach 2013 Oliveira 2015 Markovic 2015 Carvalho 2017 Oliveira 2018Donath 2016Carrasco-Poyatos 2019Persaki 2024Oliveira 2024Evangelou 2021Baltaci 2005 Jago 2011Segal 2004Gultekin 2024 Yamato 2015Ruiz-Areza 2025Yao 2024Ogawa 2023Wei 2023Kotarsky 2018Igarashi 2023 Jansson 2022  Nutrition Seminarhttps://tinyurl.com/55zue765 New Stuff:https://www.barbellmedicine.com/shop/training-templates/program-library/ https://www.barbellmedicine.com/blog/how-to-train-while-losing-weight/ https://www.barbellmedicine.com/shop/courses/testosterone/ Become a Barbell Medicine Plus Member TodayResources Page: https://www.barbellmedicine.com/resources/Template Quiz: https://www.barbellmedicine.com/template-quiz/Got pain and need a professional who understands you lift? Or

In this episode of the Barbell Medicine podcast, the hosts delve into a real medical mystery case involving an 18-year-old male presenting with chest pain and a history of atrial fibrillation. The discussion covers the patient's symptoms, diagnostic workup, the final diagnosis, and it's application to health and fitness professionals. Papers:https://academic.oup.com/ehjcr/article/9/1/ytae686/7931910  https://www.mdpi.com/2075-4418/15/1/9 New Stuff:https://www.barbellmedicine.com/shop/training-templates/program-library/ https://www.barbellmedicine.com/blog/how-to-train-while-losing-weight/ https://www.barbellmedicine.com/shop/courses/testosterone/ Become a Barbell Medicine Plus Member TodayResources Page: https://www.barbellmedicine.com/resources/Template Quiz: https://www.barbellmedicine.com/template-quiz/Got pain and need a professional who understands you lift? Or, do you need an experienced coach to help you get the most out of your training? Contact us at support@barbellmedicine.comOur Sponsors:*

In this episode of the Barbell Medicine Podcast, Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum and Dr. Austin Baraki discuss three research papers. The first paper examines how different coffee brewing methods affect cholesterol levels, highlighting the benefits of filtered coffee. The second paper explores the relationship between testosterone levels, muscle mass, and strength, with some interesting findings. The third paper compares the changes in blood (serum) cholesterol levels between three different diets that vary based on dietary cholesterol and saturated fat intake via egg consumption.Papers:https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0002916525002539 https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/physiology/articles/10.3389/fphys.2025.1512268/fullhttps://www.nmcd-journal.com/article/S0939-4753(25)00087-0/fulltext New Stuff:https://www.barbellmedicine.com/shop/training-templates/program-library/ https://www.barbellmedicine.com/blog/how-to-train-while-losing-weight/ https://www.barbellmedicine.com/shop/courses/testosterone/

In this episode of the Barbell Medicine podcast, Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum and Dr. Austin Baraki delve into the rapidly expanding world of direct-to-consumer lab testing. They discuss the significant growth of this market, the potential benefits and risks associated with self-ordered lab tests, and their personal experiences with such testing.The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding who truly needs lab tests, the distinction between screening and diagnostic tests, and the critical need for context when interpreting lab results. The hosts also explore the implications of lab errors and the necessity for informed decision-making in health monitoring. They emphasize the importance of targeted screening recommendations and the need for proper interpretation of lab results to avoid unnecessary anxiety and misdiagnosis.Resources:https://www.barbellmedicine.com/blog/abnormal-labs-in-exercise-part-i-kidney-function/https://soundcloud.com/user-344313169/episode-107-abnormal-labs-part-i https://soundclou

In this episode, Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum and Dr. Derek Miles discuss hip pain, focusing on a personal case of Dr. Feigenbaum's recent injury. They explore the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment strategies for hip injuries, particularly in the context of powerlifting. The conversation delves into rehabilitation exercises, the importance of progressive overload, and the consultation process for injury management. In this conversation, the speakers discuss the complexities of injury recovery and the adjustments needed in training. They explore the importance of understanding individual working weights, the role of alternative exercises during rehabilitation, and the often-overlooked aspects of stretching. The dialogue also covers the consultation process, follow-up strategies, and the critical transition back to normal training, emphasizing the need for a structured approach to avoid setbacks.Become a Barbell Medicine Plus Member TodayResources Page: https://www.barbellmedicine.com/resources/Template Quiz: htt

In this episode of the Barbell Medicine podcast, Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum and Dr. Austin Baraki delve into a medical mystery case involving a 41-year-old male who experienced a seizure while lifting weights. The discussion covers the patient's presentation, the physiological mechanisms at play, diagnostic workup, and his subsequent course. . The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding the interplay between exercise, nutrition, and metabolic health.Link: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39715334/ Become a Barbell Medicine Plus Member TodayResources Page: https://www.barbellmedicine.com/resources/Template Quiz: https://www.barbellmedicine.com/template-quiz/Got pain and need a professional who understands you lift? Or, do you need an experienced coach to help you get the most out of your training? Contact us at support@barbellmedicine.comOur Sponsors:* Check out Factor: https://factormeals.com/bbm50off* Check out Masterclass: https://masterclass.com/BBM* Check out Rosetta Stone and use my code TO

In this episode of the Barbell Medicine podcast, Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum and Dr. Austin Baraki discuss the rise of colon cancer, managing elevated LDL levels, micro- and meso-cycle lengths, strength training for muscle size gains, and doctors' knowledge of nutrition. Podcast 278LDL ManagementLepodisiran to lower Lp(a)Progressive LoadingBecome a Barbell Medicine Plus Member TodayResources Page: https://www.barbellmedicine.com/resources/Template Quiz: https://www.barbellmedicine.com/template-quiz/Got pain and need a professional who understands you lift? Or, do you need an experienced coach to help you get the most out of your training? Contact us at support@barbellmedicine.comOur Sponsors:* Check out Factor: https://factormeals.com/bbm50off* Check out Masterclass: https://masterclass.com/BBM* Check out Rosetta Stone and use my code TODAY for a great deal: https://www.rosettastone.com* Check out Washington Red Raspberries: https://redrazz.org* Check out Wonderful Pistachios: https://WonderfulPistachios.comSup

In this episode of the Barbell Medicine podcast, Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum and Dr. Austin Baraki discuss managing soreness, taking Sudafed while training, the food matrix effect, the impact of resistance training on muscle preservation during anti-obesity medication use, and more. Podcast 298 Sudafed WADASudafed a PED?Factors Affecting Energy CompensationFood Matrix EffectBecome a Barbell Medicine Plus Member TodayResources Page: https://www.barbellmedicine.com/resources/Template Quiz: https://www.barbellmedicine.com/template-quiz/Got pain and need a professional who understands you lift? Or, do you need an experienced coach to help you get the most out of your training? Contact us at support@barbellmedicine.comOur Sponsors:* Check out Factor: https://factormeals.com/bbm50off* Check out Masterclass: https://masterclass.com/BBM* Check out Rosetta Stone and use my code TODAY for a great deal: https://www.rosettastone.com* Check out Washington Red Raspberries: https://redrazz.org* Check out Wonderful Pistachios: htt

In this episode of The Barbell Medicine Podcast, Drs. Baraki and Feigenbaum discuss a Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), new research, and a new quack watch segment on Dr. Ardis.Papers:Staudacher 2023Harer 2021Bayless 2017Nanayakkara 2016Zeraattalab-Motlagh 2025Nunan 2022https://myginutrition.com/https://www.ibsdiets.org/Ewswaran 2025Singh 2025 Seminar:https://www.barbellmedicine.com/seminars/Become a Barbell Medicine Plus Member TodayResources Page: https://www.barbellmedicine.com/resources/Template Quiz: https://www.barbellmedicine.com/template-quiz/Got pain and need a professional who understands you lift? Or, do you need an experienced coach to help you get the most out of your training? Contact us at support@barbellmedicine.comOur Sponsors:* Check out Factor: https://factormeals.com/bbm50off* Check out Masterclass: https://masterclass.com/BBM* Check out Rosetta Stone and use my code TODAY for a great deal: https://www.rosettastone.com* Check out Washington Red Raspberries: https://redrazz.org* Check out Won

In this episode of The Barbell Medicine Podcast, Drs. Baraki and Feigenbaum discuss a mystery case of young woman who presents with severe abdominal pain after working out.Case:https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6036518/Seminar:https://www.barbellmedicine.com/seminars/Become a Barbell Medicine Plus Member TodayResources Page: https://www.barbellmedicine.com/resources/Template Quiz: https://www.barbellmedicine.com/template-quiz/Got pain and need a professional who understands you lift? Or, do you need an experienced coach to help you get the most out of your training? Contact us at support@barbellmedicine.comOur Sponsors:* Check out Factor: https://factormeals.com/bbm50off* Check out Masterclass: https://masterclass.com/BBM* Check out Rosetta Stone and use my code TODAY for a great deal: https://www.rosettastone.com* Check out Washington Red Raspberries: https://redrazz.org* Check out Wonderful Pistachios: https://WonderfulPistachios.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/barbell-medicine-pod

In this episode of The Barbell Medicine Podcast, Drs. Baraki and Feigenbaum review new data on seed oils as well as combining HIIT with lifting weights.https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamainternalmedicine/fullarticle/2831265 https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/sms.70025 Become a Barbell Medicine Plus Member TodaySeminar:https://www.barbellmedicine.com/seminars/Resources Page: https://www.barbellmedicine.com/resources/Template Quiz: https://www.barbellmedicine.com/template-quiz/Got pain and need a professional who understands you lift? Or, do you need an experienced coach to help you get the most out of your training? Contact us at support@barbellmedicine.comOur Sponsors:* Check out Factor: https://factormeals.com/bbm50off* Check out Masterclass: https://masterclass.com/BBM* Check out Rosetta Stone and use my code TODAY for a great deal: https://www.rosettastone.com* Check out Washington Red Raspberries: https://redrazz.org* Check out Wonderful Pistachios: https://WonderfulPistachios.comSupport this p

In this episode of The Barbell Medicine Podcast, Drs. Baraki and Feigenbaum discuss weight loss success, maintenance, and how-to improve success rates.Become a Barbell Medicine Plus Member TodaySeminar:https://www.barbellmedicine.com/seminars/Resources Page: https://www.barbellmedicine.com/resources/Template Quiz: https://www.barbellmedicine.com/template-quiz/Got pain and need a professional who understands you lift? Or, do you need an experienced coach to help you get the most out of your training? Contact us at support@barbellmedicine.comReferences:1.   CDC2.   Zhang 20243.   WHO4.   Quinn 20205.   Han 20196.   Williamson 20157.   Ryan 20138.   FDA 20259.   Ryan 201810.  Magkos 201611.  Knowler 200212.  Knowler 200913.  Look AHEAD 201414.  Sacks 200915.  Ahern 201716.  Anderson 200117.  Fildes 201518.  Daigle 202019.  Tay 202320.  Bouchard 199421.  Bouchard 199022.  NWCR23.  Nicklas 201324.  Miller 2015Our Sponsors:* Check out Factor: https://factormeals.com/bbm50off* Check out Masterclass: https://mastercl

In this episode of The Barbell Medicine Podcast, Drs. Baraki and Feigenbaum discuss heart rate variability (HRV).Resources:·    https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17276451/ ·    https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24290115/ ·    https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/8608620/ ·    https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5600971/ · https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/1750984X.2022.2092884 ·    https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31838969/ ·    https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26177817/ ·    https://www.escardio.org/static-file/Escardio/Guidelines/Scientific-Statements/guidelines-Heart-Rate-Variability-FT-1996.pdf ·    https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7612541/ ·    https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11560992/ ·    https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11478500/ ·    https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9412437/ ·    https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9412437/ ·    https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8160717/#notes2 ·    https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5624990/#S26 ·    https://pmc

In this episode of The Barbell Medicine Podcast, Drs. Baraki and Feigenbaum answer Barbell Medicine Plus member questions!Become a Barbell Medicine Plus Member TodayBook Recommendations:Do Hard things -Steve MagnessScience of Running- Steve MagnessThe Cyclists Training Bible- Joel FrielTransfer of Training in Sports - Anatoliy BondarchukScience of Practice in Strength Training- Vladimir ZatsiorskyPeriodization- Tudor BompaCoaching Athletes to Be Their Best- Stephen RollnickLow Fatigue eBookGeneral Strength and Conditioning II eBookResources Page: https://www.barbellmedicine.com/resources/Template Quiz: https://www.barbellmedicine.com/template-quiz/Got pain and need a professional who understands you lift? Or, do you need an experienced coach to help you get the most out of your training? Contact us at support@barbellmedicine.comOur Sponsors:* Check out Factor: https://factormeals.com/bbm50off* Check out Masterclass: https://masterclass.com/BBM* Check out Rosetta Stone and use my code TODAY for a great deal: h

In this episode of The Barbell Medicine Podcast, Drs. Baraki and Feigenbaum discuss a mystery case of 38-year-old woman who experiences chest pain during a Zumba workout. Case: https://jmedicalcasereports.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s13256-018-1696-x Become a Barbell Medicine Plus Member TodayResources Page: https://www.barbellmedicine.com/resources/Template Quiz: https://www.barbellmedicine.com/template-quiz/Got pain and need a professional who understands you lift? Or, do you need an experienced coach to help you get the most out of your training? Contact us at support@barbellmedicine.comOur Sponsors:* Check out Factor: https://factormeals.com/bbm50off* Check out Masterclass: https://masterclass.com/BBM* Check out Rosetta Stone and use my code TODAY for a great deal: https://www.rosettastone.com* Check out Washington Red Raspberries: https://redrazz.org* Check out Wonderful Pistachios: https://WonderfulPistachios.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/barbell-medicine-podcast/donationsAdv

In this episode of The Barbell Medicine Podcast, Drs. Baraki and Feigenbaum discuss two recent research papers. The first one examines the optimal level of calorie restriction for improving cholesterol levels in the setting of exercise. The second study focuses on risk factors for running-related injuries. Quack: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DFOivKJyIWY/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Papers: https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/physiology/articles/10.3389/fphys.2025.1510949/full https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/sms.70004 Resources Page: https://www.barbellmedicine.com/resources/Template Quiz: https://www.barbellmedicine.com/template-quiz/Got pain and need a professional who understands you lift? Or, do you need an experienced coach to help you get the most out of your training? Contact us at support@barbellmedicine.comOur Sponsors:* Check out Factor: https://factormeals.com/bbm50off* Check out Masterclass: https://masterclass.com/BBM* Check out Rosetta Stone and use my cod

In this "mystery case" episode, Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum and Dr. Austin Baraki walk through a real medical case of a 21-year-old male who presents to the emergency department with a 5-day history of fever, headaches, and a 1-day history of an itchy rash. The rash started on his face and spread to his chest, back, and thighs, sparing his palms and soles. He also reported nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. He's been taking a weight loss supplement and his fever persists to greater than 104* F. What's the diagnosis?References:Case: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25367505/ Dinitrophenol and obesity: an early twentieth-century regulatory dilemmaThe Return of Rainbow Diet Pills2,4-Dinitrophenol (DNP): A Weight Loss Agent with Significant Acute Toxicity and Risk of DeathUnited States v. BachynskyResources Page: https://www.barbellmedicine.com/resources/Template Quiz: https://www.barbellmedicine.com/template-quiz/For more of our stuff:WebsiteApparelAppNeed a coach? Contact Us: support@barbellmedicine.comOu