In this episode Connor, Josh, Trevor and Dave talk about fitness in the news starting with Thor's(Chris Hemsworth) training Instagram post and training program then share techniques on how to build your hamstrings and different sections of your back. Our Client Review of Hypertrophy Program! -(01:11) Fitness in the News: Thor (Chris Hemsworth). -(09:54) Thor has no calves. (10:30) Personal Development. (16:12) Josh saw a ghost. - (19:14) Posterior Chain. - (30:39) Why and how Hamstrings compliment Glutes? - (34:34) How to build great Hammies with these exercises. - (39:58) Question by Doctor Jeff from Will Power Gym: How can I build different sections of my back and Lats? - (49:16) Dad Joke of the day (DJOTD)! - (1:00:24) Happy Birthday to our friend Nolan! - (1:01:36) OUTRO. - (1:02:54) Learn how to work your Posterior Chain here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeqKWpu1yi5_nCRZzIWlFWg/playlists START YOUR FITNESS PROGRAM HERE: https://bluecollarfitnesspodcast.com/

In this episode Josh, Connor, Trevor, and Dave sit down and talk about 21 reasons why you’re not going to the gym. The Blue Collar Fitness team begin with fitness in the news and talk about the New York Pro and other topics then dive right into the 21 excuses to avoid getting your workout in. (01:00)- LIfe updates: (05:05)- Fitness in the news: (10:35)-Our Sponsor: ANDROGENIXSOLUTIONS https://androgenixsolutions.com/ Blue Collar Job You think you need a fully equipped gym Unnecessary spending on clothes etc. Transportation Scared/Intimidated Pets Kids Spouse doesn’t support you going to the gym Too tired from work Think it’ll make you bulky Afraid to get judged Don’t like crowds Don't know what to do Most ridiculous excuse we’ve heard from past clients Ridiculous client excuse #2 Ridiculous client excuse #3 You find the gym boring Disability or injury Gyms closed? Create your home gym with our At Home workout program Bad weather keeps you from walking to the gym traffic?! For help on accountability for your fitness journey reach us on: Blue Collar Fitness Podcast The At-Home Workout Challenge begins June 6th, click here to join! At Home Workout Challenge

In this Episode we discuss the best ways to get bigger and better shaped arms. Listen in for simple tips that have worked for us and our clients. Arnold Classic Update! (05:14) Conor Murphy eating human fieces? (08:10) Dragon Ball Super Manga. (23:00) Curls for Biceps (32:00) Tricep Pressdowns and angles (33:58) Arms made easy Chronic Dehydration client story? (42:50) How to build Your Arm Program. (46:10) Listener Question: Evan Curry. (49:54) Find our programs for bigger arms: https://bluecollarfitnesspodcast.com/

In this episode Connor, Josh, Dave and Trevor interview Mark Bell, who is a father, husband, powerlifter, inventor of the Sling Shot, owner of Super Training Gym, author of the War On Carbs and People's Coach to thousands, talking about World Carnivore Month (January), How to be AUTHENTIC, His influence getting John Cena into professional wrestling, getting stronger made simple, Mark's mother being his #1 Fan and inspiration, the NEW INVENTION he has in the works, his own Blue Collar Fitness idea for us, and MUCH MORE. World Carnivore Month. (02:46) Can Carnivore/Keto help your family? (08:16) How to be AUTHENTIC. (13:58) Mark influenced John Cena to do Professional Wrestling. (20:10) WithInYou. (26:28) How to increase your bench by Mark. (31:26) How does Mark train himself. (39:09) Trevor talks on soreness, fatigue, and gym routines. (46:03) What happens if you press on the gas pedal more often? (47: 49) Dieting is really really hard, but you know what's harder? (50:39) How we can be successful as a fitness podcast. (54:09) Mark asks us our 2021 goals. (1:01:14) How to be self-sufficient and observe goals before they're met. (1:02:59) Blue Collar Fitness idea from Mark...quite literally. (1:07:25) What's next in 2021? (1:09:31) Rosemary Bell. (1:11:12) Steak Shake. (1:17:34) Check Out Mark Bell's podcast The Power Project: https://lnk.to/PowerProjectPodcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mark-bells-power-project/id1341346059#episodeGuid=42bb0c93-837e-4fab-a409-910dcf03b6e0 Mark’s Training Products & Biography: https://markbellslingshot.com/ Begin Your Fitness Journey: https://bluecollarfitnesspodcast.com/

In this episode the Connor, Josh, Trevor, and Dave talk rest and recovery for blue collar workers, morning workouts for them early birds, why you should you approach workout sessions with a plan, why you would need to workout everyday, how long you should workout for, why vary your workouts to see results, how to get a 6-pack, and the NEW Hypertrophy Program! 1 Month until Trevor's Wedding. (01:00) Q#1: How do you get proper rest and recovery as a blue collar worker? (02:27) Blue collar work story from Josh. (07:39) Inaugaration. (12:49) Q#2: Do I need to workout everyday? (18:35) Q#3: How long do I need to workout for? (22:00) Q#4: Do I need to vary my workouts to see results? (26:00) Munchies story! (31:46) New Hypertrophy Program! (36:48) Reach Blue Collar Fitness at: https://bluecollarfitnesspodcast.com/ Connor Burton: https://connorburtontraining.com/ Josh Sargeant: http://joshsargeant.com/ Dave Shepp: https://www.davesheppconsulting.com/

In this episode we talk Ian Russi, who is the Portland Timbers Performance Coach, about his experiences at Oregon State University with the Sports Performance Center, Youth Academy w/ the Timbers and seeing young athletes become pro, fascinating techniques, inspirational quotes and MUCH MORE. Ian Russi has been the professional performance coach for the Portland Timbers for 4 years and has contributed his talents in movement preparation to the younger generation in is Youth Academy. Ian gained knowledge working as Sports Performance Specialist at OSU and at EXOS. His company Vita Athlete is providing training content for big time athletes and house moms alike.

In this episode the guys go around and share New Year's Resolutions, How the NEW At Home Workout Program helped their clients, shaving backs in bodybuilding, a new seminar at Kabuki Strength gym, Trevor's Wedding, & MUCH MORE At Home Workout & Our Clients' Results. (01:43) Josh's New Year's Resolutions. (08:54) Connor's New Year's Resolutions. (10:43) Josh shaved Connor's back?? (13:35) Connor got hit on during a photoshoot? (15:15) Trevor's New Year's Resolutions. (17:24) Trevor's Hollistic Coaching. (20:45) NEW Hypertrophy Program. (25:46) Dave's New Year's Resolutions. (35:21) Josh's Mom does not have Cancer! (39:23) Kabuki Education Seminar for trainers with Guests Dr. Mike Israetel, Guido Van Ryssegem, and Joe DeFranco. (40:23) COVID vs WEDDING..who wins? (44:15) Purchase NEW Blue Collar Fitness Program Here: https://daveshepp.ck.page/products/bcf-at-home-workout-program People & Events Mentioned: Chris Duffin: https://kabukistrength.com/chris-duffin-bio/ Dr. Mike Israetel: https://renaissanceperiodization.com/team-member/dr-mike-israetel Guido Van Ryssegem: https://www.facebook.com/vanryssg https://www.kineticintegrations.com/ Joe DeFranco: https://www.defrancostraining.com/about/ Borce Atanasov: http://borceatanasov.com/about/ https://nxtlevel.fitness/pages/borce-atanasov Event Coming Up: https://www.kabukieducationweek.com/

In this episode Josh, Dave, Trevor, and Connor interview D1 Sports Performance Coach Izzy Batayola on how playing Softball at Oregon State University formed her passion for Strength & Conditioning, how she became a mentor to many and why she chooses her mentors, behind the scenes stories of college athletes, Izzy's success as a female in a male-dominated field, lifting philosophy, dealing with psychological issues for young athletes, favorite books and podcasts, & MUCH MORE. Coaching at the D1 level Challenges working in a male-dominated industry some things you would tell yourself as a young athlete or coach Inspirations and mentors How has playing softball been a formative experience for your life? Did your passion for strength and conditioning and Olympic weightlifting stem from playing softball for OSU? If so what's your favorite aspect? How would people who are non-athletes or general population benefit from exercises like medicine ball throws or tosses?

In this episode the Blue Collar Fitness crew discuss obstacles and answer fan questions! Can one simply make DONUTS fit their macros and also get lean? Update on Connor's bodybuilding lifestyle diets Overcoming obstacles Trevor's Triumphs Dave and personal power Josh managed to overcome all odds and achieve his goals QUESTION #1: by Emily Lennay. (45:14 QUESTION #2: by Jessica Ashman. (46:21)

In this episode the guys talk about their favorite shows to watch during shutdown and why, where you can get resistance bands to stay fit during shutdown, and the ins and outs of the Blue Collar Fitness App and how it's helped a lot of people, Trevor's wedding, health choices at home, ass program, and MUCH MORE. Movies. (3:20) Dave is making gains. (7:15) Working out on our Blue Collar Fitness App. (15:00) Arnold Schwarzenegger and how he sold weight belts back in the 70's. (19:00) How to do pullups RIGHT at home. (27:00) Workouts at home. (40:00) Words of wisdom. by Trevor. (58:00) Reach BLUE COLLAR FITNESS: https://bluecollarfitnesspodcast.com/ Leave a REVIEW: https://www.google.com/search?client=safari&channel=mac_bm&sxsrf=ALeKk01V8NiEDdcSk-52EdS1XX6GBeQgCQ%3A1607130807026&ei=t97KX9SOAemt0PEPuve8aA&q=blue+collar+fitness+podcast+beaverton&oq=blue+collar+fitness+podcast+beaverton&gs_lcp=CgZwc3ktYWIQAzIHCCMQsAMQJ0oFCDoSATJQmgRYmgRgkgZoAHAAeACAAZkBiAGZApIBAzAuMpgBAKABAaoBB2d3cy13aXrIAQHAAQE&sclient=psy-ab&ved=0ahUKEwiUxvDm1LXtAhXpFjQIHbo7Dw0Q4dUDCA0&uact=5