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The Jay Ferruggia Show
Hosted by Jay Ferruggia · EN
If you're a high-achieving man over 40, who wants to get ripped, build muscle and be fully optimized, this is the premier show for you.
Known as "The Transformation King", Jay Ferruggia has over 30 years experience in the fitness industry. He's a trusted advisor to WWE, UFC, MLB, NFL, LiveStrong, Schwarzenegger, and Fortune 500 companies. And there's no one better at helping midlife men make identity-changing transformations.
You'll learn simple, cutting-edge strategies that will help you finally build the body you want… and keep it for life.
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Should You Eat Starchy Carbs on Non-Training Days?
1w ago00:30:35Tap to summarizeKill your vices, sculpt your physique, and become unstoppable with my FREE 6-Step Daily Domination Blueprint. Carbohydrates can be a complex topic. Should you go low carb? What about carb cycling? Does timing matter? The reality is, the answers will vary depending on where you are and what your goals are... Let's break it down in today's episode. Supersets are great if done correctly... Here's how. [0:26] Should you train to failure? [5:32] 5 ways to eliminate bloating. [7:23] Does the sugar content in juice matter? [14:28] Should you eat starchy carbs on non-training days? [15:13] Are you overtraining? [19:07] Does carb timing matter? [23:23] How do you deal with elbow pain when pressing? [26:24] 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.
Transcribe →The Reality of Progressive Overload
2w ago00:38:06Tap to summarizeKill 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.
Transcribe →Is Comparison the Thief of Joy?
3w ago00:22:26Tap to summarizeKill your vices, sculpt your physique, and become unstoppable with my FREE 6-Step Daily Domination Blueprint. Is comparison the thief of joy? Are you too old for barbell back squats? How do you find time to train when your schedule is already packed? Get the answers to those questions, the 5 biggest fat loss mistakes, how to build bigger arms, what you need to take your life to the next level, and much more, in today's Q&A... What are the 5 biggest fat loss mistakes? [2:39] How do you find time to train when time is limited? [4:31] 5 coaching cues to get the most out of dumbbell presses. [7:24] Are you too old for barbell back squats? [11:40] ... And what are the best barbell exercises? [14:07] Is comparison the thief of joy? [17:00] 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.
Transcribe →WrestleMania 42 Recap: How CM Punk Got in the Best Shape of His Life
May 500:58:09Tap to summarizeKill 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.
Transcribe →The Biggest Mistake You Can Make in Life
Mar 3100:38:25Tap to summarizeKill your vices, sculpt your physique, and become unstoppable with my FREE 6-Step Daily Domination Blueprint. What does it really take to level up in life? Whether it be your fitness, mindset, relationships, career... There's only one thing holding you back. And that thing is YOU. Feeling stuck? Not loving who you see in the mirror? Looking to dominate in all areas of life and become the man you're truly meant to be? Look no further. In this episode, I'm breaking down the habits, the mindset, the mistakes to avoid, and the standards you need to abide by in order to absolutely dominate life... One of the most overlooked (and possibly most important) factors in optimizing your health. [6:37] I'm bulking for the first time in 10 years - here's what I'm eating. [11:00] Why you should always be hungry (and what it means if you're not). [15:05] This is the biggest mistake you can make in life. [17:51] Which muscle group makes the most aesthetic difference? [23:05] What's the quickest way to build a magnetic personality? [28:41] The mindset you need to overcome any and all obstacles. [30:35] 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.
Transcribe →Inside My Life Coaching WWE Superstars and Powerful Insights for Peak Performance
Mar 2400:39:29Tap to summarizeKill 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.
Transcribe →Why Your Network Determines Your Net Worth (And How to Level Up Fast) w/ Kenny Santucci
Mar 1701:26:48Tap to summarizeKill your vices, sculpt your physique, and become unstoppable with my FREE 6-Step Daily Domination Blueprint. In this episode, we're talking fitness, business, and life with my good friend, Kenny Santucci. With over a decade of experience, Kenny has made himself known as one of New York City's top trainers and a thought leader in the health and wellness industry. He's a brand ambassador, fitness entrepreneur, gym owner, and event creator known for building high-performance communities and connecting top-level talent across industries. Listen as we pull back the curtain on how he was able to build multiple businesses, create a powerful network of high-level performers, get into the best shape of his life, and more... It's not what you know, it's who you know... [5:30] How to AI-proof yourself and your business. [11:25] What it takes to elevate your brand and create meaningful partnerships. [33:30] Two things you must avoid if you want to progress. [54:16] The power of taking the minimalist approach to life. [1:17:11] 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.
Transcribe →Supercharge Your Energy, Cognitive Function, and Recovery with Ketones
Mar 1000:55:39Tap to summarizeKill 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.
Transcribe →Low Or High Reps: Which Actually Builds More Muscle?
Mar 300:32:44Tap to summarizeKill your vices, sculpt your physique, and become unstoppable with my FREE 6-Step Daily Domination Blueprint. Is there an undisputed champion of rep ranges? Do macros matter if you only eat single ingredient foods? Could one change be all you need to dominate in your career, relationships, and life? Get the answers to these questions, and more, in today's Q&A... Low or high reps: which actually builds more muscle? [0:42] What's the #1 way to boost confidence? [17:56] Do you need to track macros if you ONLY eat single ingredient foods? [19:48] Is daily TRT the best approach? [22:50] Could this one change be what you need to get to the top in your career, relationships, and life? [27:34] 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.
Transcribe →Best Way to Warm Up, HIIT vs. LISS, Ideal Male Body Fat, How to Win Your Day
Feb 2100:38:18Tap to summarizeKill 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.
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