The Jay Ferruggia Show

Today I have a special throwback episode in memory of my friend, Matt Dawson. As the Creator and Founder of Dawson's Peak, Matt was known for pushing the boundaries of human potential, breaking through mental barriers, and living a purpose-driven life. Matt was an unbelievable human being, an inspiration to all he came across, and I hope you too find inspiration from his story. How Matt turned life's lows into a life of purpose. [12:03] What does it take to climb the world's tallest mountains? [18:32] How Matt found a greater sense of purpose and helps others do the same. [31:35] What does a multi-record holding adventure athlete's training look like? [40:53] Why becoming your best self isn't just about you. [51:57]

Download the blueprint for building a jacked, lean, athletic physique at BuiltLikeABadass.com. For the highest quality supplements, that I use personally and with all my elite clients, go to RenegadeSupplementStore.com and save 15%. Before I was training WWE Superstars, coaching elite athletes, and helping men transform their bodies and lives, I was a fat, weak, insecure kid who could barely lift a bar. In this episode, I'm opening up about the experiences that shaped me, how I reinvented myself, and what it took to turn my weaknesses into superpowers. This one is more than sets and reps. It's about overcoming adversity, finding your mission, and becoming the man you're meant to be... 2 of the most fateful days of my life. [0:20] How Renegade was born. [7:17] What it took to turn my weaknesses into superpowers. [17:15] Why fitness is so much more than fitness. [20:48] The true power of connection. [27:15] What will people say about you when you're gone? [31:42]

Download the blueprint for building a jacked, lean, athletic physique at BuiltLikeABadass.com. For the highest quality supplements, that I use personally and with all my elite clients, go to RenegadeSupplementStore.com and save 15%. Your morning routine doesn't need to be a 26-step process that takes you 3 hours. This is all you need to dominate your mornings, optimize your health, and perform your best... Every day. Try this orange juice hack for improved digestion. [0:22] What's the ideal breakfast meal? [2:38] The key to improving your health. [8:05] When's the best time to take magnesium? [11:48] Does when you train matter? [14:48] 5 tips for optimizing sleep. [16:04] Sponsors LMNT: Restore health through hydration, and get a free sample pack at drinklmnt.com/renegade. Cured Nutrition: Use code RENEGADE at curednutrition.com and save 20% on the highest quality CBD products. Mentioned in this episode: LvlUp - Ultimate GI Repair

Kill your vices, sculpt your physique, and become unstoppable with my FREE 6-Step Daily Domination Blueprint. Find out how to build a bigger chest, utilize intra-workout nutrition, and why your best training years might still be ahead... Regardless of your age. From exercise selection to metabolic health, I've got you covered on how to build muscle as you get older. I'm also giving you a behind-the-scenes update on my recent travel, events, training sessions with some of the top WWE superstars, and much more... How professional wrestling changed my life. [11:51] This is why your chest isn't growing... And what to do about it. [18:12] The recipe for a mind-blowing pump. [22:44] How to add size to your legs as you age (no squats required). [25:54] The one factor you need to stop overlooking when it comes to metabolic health. [29:25] Sponsors LMNT: Restore health through hydration, and get a free sample pack at drinklmnt.com/renegade. Cured Nutrition: Use code RENEGADE at curednutrition.com and save 20% on the highest quality CBD products. Mentioned in this episode: CM Punk trains for Cody Rhodes SummerSlam title match with Big E Want to work with me to transform your body and mind? Go here now.

Kill your vices, sculpt your physique, and become unstoppable with my FREE 6-Step Daily Domination Blueprint. CM Punk is on steroids?! Let the lazy nitwits tell it. Find out the real "secrets" that separate the best in the world from everyone else, what to eat at every meal, how to increase athleticism, and more, in today's Q&A... Is there a trick for visible abs? [4:13] What to eat at every meal to look, feel, and perform your best. [7:34] Does too little fat crash your hormones? [11:53] Should you do isolation work before compound exercises? [14:56] What's the formula for increasing athleticism? [18:53] These character traits separate the best in the world from everyone else. [21:26] Sponsors LMNT: Restore health through hydration, and get a free sample pack at drinklmnt.com/renegade. Cured Nutrition: Use code RENEGADE at curednutrition.com and save 20% on the highest quality CBD products. Want to work with me to transform your body and mind? Go here now.

Kill your vices, sculpt your physique, and become unstoppable with my FREE 6-Step Daily Domination Blueprint. Every daily habit is a vote for the man you're becoming. Whether that be the most elite, badass version of you. Or the version who plays small and wonders what could have been. Confidence, leadership, and respect aren't things you're born with or learn from books. They're the result of keeping promises to yourself, doing difficult things, and living to a higher standard. In this episode, I'm giving you the daily disciplines that separate high-impact men from everyone else. And giving you the blueprint to shift your identity, become the man who commands respect, and build a legacy that outlives you... Sponsors LMNT: Restore health through hydration, and get a free sample pack at drinklmnt.com/renegade. Cured Nutrition: Use code RENEGADE at curednutrition.com and save 20% on the highest quality CBD products. Want to work with me to transform your body and mind? Go here now.

Kill your vices, sculpt your physique, and become unstoppable with my FREE 6-Step Daily Domination Blueprint. What does progressive overload really look like? It's one of the most important factors in building muscle, but also one of the most misunderstood. Today I'm breaking down how you should be looking at progressive overload, what it means for your training, and answering more of your questions to get you looking, feeling, and performing your best... You might be looking at progressive overload completely wrong... Here's why. [0:22] What are my top fiber sources? [11:22] How do you train biceps without killing your elbows? [15:57] Is too little fat destroying your hormones? [22:38] Do edibles compromise your fitness goals? [29:22] What are the keys to keeping your knees healthy? [32:10] Sponsors LMNT: Restore health through hydration, and get a free sample pack at drinklmnt.com/renegade. Cured Nutrition: Use code RENEGADE at curednutrition.com and save 20% on the highest quality CBD products. Want to work with me to transform your body and mind? Go here now.

Kill your vices, sculpt your physique, and become unstoppable with my FREE 6-Step Daily Domination Blueprint. CM Punk got in the best shape of his life for WrestleMania 42... At 47 years old... And we only had 6 weeks! Find out what we did to get him there, how you can apply it yourself, what separates the best in the world from the rest, and more in today's episode. My WrestleMania 42 recap. [1:38] How to modify your training to look your best. [11:00] This might be the most well-equipped gym I've ever been to. [29:09] What separates the best in the world from the rest? [40:32] How CM Punk got in the best shape of his life. [50:24] Sponsors Marek Health: Take the path to better health, optimized performance, and increased longevity at marekhealth.com - code JAY at checkout for 10% off. AG1: Improve your gut health and immunity, and boost your energy and recovery at drinkag1.com/jay. Want to work with me to transform your body and mind? Go here now.

Kill your vices, sculpt your physique, and become unstoppable with my FREE 6-Step Daily Domination Blueprint. Today I'm giving you a behind the scenes look at what's been going on in my world. From working with some of the top WWE superstars on the road to WrestleMania, to powerful insights on what separates the best from everyone else... This episode is full of actionable takeaways to get you performing at your highest possible level. Why it's important to take time to celebrate wins. [9:12] One of the most overlooked keys to success in life. [10:51] What it really takes to level up and maximize your potential. [17:48] Why age is bullsh*t. [22:54] 2 of the main reasons you can't shed fat. [28:46] Sponsors Marek Health: Take the path to better health, optimized performance, and increased longevity at marekhealth.com - code JAY at checkout for 10% off. AG1: Improve your gut health and immunity, and boost your energy and recovery at drinkag1.com/jay. Want to work with me to transform your body and mind? Go here now.

Kill your vices, sculpt your physique, and become unstoppable with my FREE 6-Step Daily Domination Blueprint. Today I'm joined by metabolic scientist Dr. Latt Mansor to discuss all things ketones. Latt holds a PhD in Physiology, Anatomy, and Genetics from University of Oxford and is the Research Lead at Ketone-IQ; a performance nutrition and metabolic health company. His work has helped shed light on the role ketones play in cognitive function, physical performance, and metabolic health. And he's here to share how they impact recovery, mental clarity, and energy production. We also dive into their role in heart health, metabolic disease, brain function, and more. Find out why ketones are called "nature's superfuel", and how you can use them to supercharge your health, in today's episode... What impact do ketones have on appetite, strength, and recovery? [6:23] Pre or post workout: When is the best time to take ketones? [13:17] Is combining carbs with ketones the optimal performance strategy? [15:07] Ketones vs. stimulants... What's the difference? [20:04] Can ketones treat heart failure and cardiovascular disease? [23:34] Carbs, processed foods, genetics... What really causes insulin resistance? [30:36] What are the physical performance benefits of taking ketones? [39:48] Can they reduce the effects of traumatic brain injuries? [45:32] Sponsors AG1: Improve your gut health and immunity, and boost your energy and recovery at drinkag1.com/jay. Marek Health: Take the path to better health, optimized performance, and increased longevity at marekhealth.com - code JAY at checkout for 10% off. Want to work with me to transform your body and mind? Go here now.

Kill your vices, sculpt your physique, and become unstoppable with my FREE 6-Step Daily Domination Blueprint. Find out the best way to warm up, why HIIT is better than LISS, the ideal body fat percentage, and more, in today's Q&A... What does an effective warm up look like? [0:42] Is HIIT better than LISS? [13:32] Does red meat cause inflammation? [18:43] What is the ideal body fat percentage for men? [21:46] Can being too hyped up negatively affect training? [25:20] How do you actually "win the day"? [31:50] Hit me up @jayferruggia to get your question answered on a future episode. Sponsors AG1: Improve your gut health and immunity, and boost your energy and recovery at drinkag1.com/jay. Marek Health: Take the path to better health, optimized performance, and increased longevity at marekhealth.com - code JAY at checkout for 10% off. Want to work with me to transform your body and mind? Go here now.

Kill your vices, sculpt your physique, and become unstoppable with my FREE 6-Step Daily Domination Blueprint. Today I'm joined by two of my good friends, Joe DeFranco and Chris Tutela. Joe, founder/owner of the world-famous DeFranco's Gym, has transformed athletes for decades with his remarkable ability to improve strength, speed, power, mobility, agility and sport-specific endurance. Chris, owner of Tutela Training Systems, has been a strength and conditioning specialist since 2006 and has had his work featured on EliteFTS.com and TrainHeroic.com. These two know what it takes to build profitable gyms, and they're here today to share some lessons, skills, and strategies that will help you make more money, grow your business, and elevate your life... What separates a special gym from just another place to train? [5:11] Here's what they don't teach you in the books. [13:36] Some of the biggest mistakes holding gym owners back. [15:59] The key to making more while working less. [26:21] The evil word you need to master in order to succeed in business. [36:40] An easy way to maintain predictable and consistent cash flow. [44:50] What to avoid if you want your business to last. [53:01] The biggest factors in building a strong and impactful team. [1:01:30] Sponsors Marek Health: Take the path to better health, optimized performance, and increased longevity at marekhealth.com - code JAY at checkout for 10% off. Want to work with me to transform your body and mind? Go here now.

Kill your vices, sculpt your physique, and become unstoppable with my FREE 6-Step Daily Domination Blueprint. Is stretching underrated? How about protein supplements? Bodyweight training? Find out the answers to these questions, and more, in today's episode. Sponsors AG1: Improve your gut health and immunity, and boost your energy and recovery at drinkag1.com/jay. Marek Health: Take the path to better health, optimized performance, and increased longevity at marekhealth.com - code JAY at checkout for 10% off. Want to work with me to transform your body and mind? Go here now.