The Dark Horse Podcast

Trying to drop a few pounds? The 5 topics discussed in this episode can really help to steer you in the direction that's most appropriate for yourself. It's also going to give you some real world truths about what happens when your weight loss journey gets hard, or seems like you're not making any progress. A can't miss episode for sure. Make sure to like, share, and subscribe to the podcast. Thanks for listening.

If you're looking to alternate your training days between upper body and lower body, this podcast is for you. I'll talk about how to structure your upper/lower split and what pitfalls to be aware of. Just like the previous episodes in this series, you'll also get examples and suggestions of exercises to plug into your template. Make sure to leave a review of the podcast and subscribe so you don't miss an episode.

Total body workouts are ideal for many people. Episode 23 will tell you precisely how to write your own total body split for maximum strength and muscle gains. I give you an incredibly simple yet effective template that you can elaborate on and make as complex as you want. Or you can keep things user friendly and just use the exercise examples I provide. Either way, this episode will teach you how to program total body splits for yourself with progressions included. &...

After listening to this episode you'll know how to keep the strength and muscle coming while also keeping joint stress at bay. You'll also get a free total body training template and some suggestions on how to structure your current strength program. This is one of my most info packed episodes to date and I'm confident that you'll find it incredibly helpful. Thanks for listening. Want my joint friendly beginner training program? Pick up Foudations here: https://www.da...

Are you thinking about starting your fitness journey and considering hiring a personal trainer to guide you along the way? The daunting task of selecting the right trainer can be overwhelming, leaving you with numerous unanswered questions and uncertainties. How do you assess their credibility? Will they provide the guidance and motivation you're looking for? Worry not! The 4 considerations discussed in this episode will guide you with questions and insights to ensure you choose the best trai...

There's a lot of conflicting and inaccurate information surrounding artificial sweeteners. Some believe them to be a certainty for putting yourself at risk for various negative health outcomes. Others believe them to be perfectly fine and see them as a healthy alternative to sugary drinks and snacks. I'll be pulling a study and reading directly from it to see how the claims made against artificial sweeteners stack up to the science conducted on them. Some of the topics...

Just starting out with lifting and going to the gym? Did you previously lift or train and take a break or some time off from it, now looking to get back into the swing of things? This one's for you. These are the things that I wish someone told me when I was starting out or coming back from a time away from lifting. The tips and strategies discussed in this episode will help you stay consistent, drive your results, and help keep you focused on your goal.

I asked some clients and friends of mine what they felt was the number one obstacle they struggled with in terms of lifting, business, or just life in general. The most popular response (almost unanimously) was consistency. In this episode I discuss what discipline is, how it relates to motivation, and identify some key points to help build and keep it. Toward the end of the podcast I also included a tool that I use myself and my one on one clients have been using to help fa...

Want to feel better while training? Looking for more progress in your workouts? Want to feel better outside of the gym as well? Episode 11 has you covered. The 4 points covered in this episode applies to all lifters regardless of age, goal, or current level of lifter. You'll hear how it's not as much about what you do in the gym that dictates results. I'll discuss whether or not warm ups are actually important. I'll also talk about a better approach when it...

Episode number 9 discusses 4 ways to develop an insanely strong "vice like" grip. Grip is one of the most overlooked aspects of a lot of peoples' training. If you're looking to bring up your grip strength, increase all your major lifts, and add some variety to your training...you're not gonna want to miss this episode! Make sure to leave a 5 star review and if you haven't already please subscribe to the podcast so that you never miss an episode. Thanks for listening an...

Knee pain when squatting? Unable to achieve depth when squatting ? Have you plateaued your squat? This episode will discuss why you may want to change to a more posterior chain style of squatting as opposed to a quad dominant squat. Some of the points mentioned include why I feel a posterior chain dominant squat is superior to a quad dominant squat. How to execute this style of squat? And how to program to address range of motion issues. I'll even give exam...

In this episode I'll be bringing to light 4 key points that I feel are often overlooked when attempting to drop body fat. I will break each of these points down in detail and I will also provide some guidance for when you hit a plateau during fat loss. Towards the end of the podcast I'll tie it all together by offering some insight to training, how to approach your nutrition while in a caloric deficit, and I'll discuss why the weight on the scale may not be telling the full story....

We have a very special guest on this episode of the podcast! She's both my biggest supporter and my toughest critic. The main topic of conversation will be about how to bridge the gap between knowing what you should be doing, and actually doing it. We will also discuss why taking the first step is the hardest, how important it is to establish and remain focused on your goal, and we will provide some tips to help you implement and maintain consistency and discipline. T...