E 580: The Fitness Industry Under the Microscope: Supplements, Scandals, and Staying True.
Release Date: 01/22/2025
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Killian Hamilton is back as the guys go deep into the art of sprint coaching with a full breakdown of setup, shin angles, acceleration, transition, and max velocity. From the weight room to the track, we explore how to integrate sprint work into a training week, avoid overcooking athletes, and develop speed that actually transfers to sport. LAST CHANCE to register for this cohort of PSL1. FREE Coach's Field Guide: We’ve got a new sponsor! Marek Health is a health optimization company that offers advanced blood testing, health coaching, and expert medical oversight. Our services...
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From a misdiagnosed spinal fracture to the neuroscience of nociception, this episode unpacks the real relationship between pain, injury, and perception. Shallow and Jiunta explore how prior experiences, raw sensory data, and normative expectations all shape the experience of pain, and how understanding this can radically improve rehab outcomes. Class Starts August 11th! Sign up for PSL1 now at FREE Coach's Field Guide: We’ve got a new sponsor! Marek Health is a health optimization company that offers advanced blood testing, health coaching, and expert medical oversight. Our...
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Shallow is joined by Dr. Sean Pastuch for a deep and personal conversation on leadership, risk, and the hidden gaps in how most coaches communicate. From stepping away from a thriving business to rebuilding his life, Sean shares what it really means to take ownership of your time, your team, and your future. Certification for professionals tired of slow progress and corrective exercise. PSL1 enrolment is now LIVE! FREE Coach's Field Guide: We’ve got a new sponsor! Marek Health is a health optimization company that offers advanced blood testing, health coaching, and expert...
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Shallow and Jiunta dive deep into the cultural, physical, and business differences between CrossFit and HYROX and what they reveal about the future of fitness. This episode covers everything from blood pressure scares and training evolution to the influence of branding, and corporate sponsorships. Whether you’re training for performance, longevity, or just trying to outlast your dad’s driveway sniper nest, this one hits home. Certification for professionals tired of slow progress and corrective exercise. PSL1 enrolment is now LIVE! FREE Coach's Field Guide: We’ve got a new...
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Shallow and Jiunta get real about the content hamster wheel. From mocking fake authenticity to unpacking how coaches lose themselves trying to chase trends, the guys deliver a raw breakdown of what sustainable content actually looks like. They cover everything from business alignment to social media burnout, the importance of storytelling, and how creativity fuels longevity in coaching. Certification for professionals tired of slow progress and corrective exercise. PSL1 enrolment is now LIVE! FREE Coach's Field Guide: We’ve got a new sponsor! Marek Health is a health...
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This week Jiunta welcomes Jay Jones to the Podcast. From walking on to a D1 football team, to becoming a First Lieutenant in the U.S. Marines, Jay’s story is a raw and unfiltered journey through identity, failure, and grit. Tune in as the guys talk about what happens when hard work isn’t enough, why identity beyond sport matters, and how the lowest moments can redefine your purpose. Certification for professionals tired of slow progress and corrective exercise. PSL1 enrolment is now LIVE! FREE Coach's Field Guide: We’ve got a new sponsor! Marek Health is a health...
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Shallow and Jiunta dissect the lazy content cycle plaguing the fitness industry. We're talking injury reaction videos, surface-level hot takes, and the constant chase for algorithm relevance. They break down why both the “this was preventable” crowd and the “injuries can’t be prevented” counterculture are missing the point. PSL1 Is Now Live For Registration! Sign Up Now At FREE Coach's Field Guide: We’ve got a new sponsor! Marek Health is a health optimization company that offers advanced blood testing, health coaching, and expert medical oversight. Our services...
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The fitness podcast space looks nothing like it did when RX’D Radio started. In this episode, Shallow and Jiunta reflect on what’s changed, what still matters, and why trust is the currency that separates real coaches from content creators. Certification for professionals tired of slow progress and corrective exercise. Join the PSL1 waitlist now! FREE Coach's Field Guide: We’ve got a new sponsor! Marek Health is a health optimization company that offers advanced blood testing, health coaching, and expert medical oversight. Our services can help you enhance your...
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Why do you shift during squats? Should you train differently during a fat loss phase? And can you get stronger and run without losing progress on either? In this episode Shallow and Jiunta break down some of the most common and misunderstood topics in the fitness space. Certification for professionals tired of slow progress and corrective exercise. Join the PSL1 waitlist now! FREE Coach's Field Guide: We’ve got a new sponsor! Marek Health is a health optimization company that offers advanced blood testing, health coaching, and expert medical oversight. Our services...
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Shallow and Jiunta unpack a wild placebo study where elite powerlifters and sprinters were told they were on steroids... but weren’t. We dive into the psychology of belief, placebo effects, and how the mind might be the most underutilized performance-enhancer in training. It's time we get serious about exercise prescription. Join the PSL1 waitlist now! FREE Coach's Field Guide: We’ve got a new sponsor! Marek Health is a health optimization company that offers advanced blood testing, health coaching, and expert medical oversight. Our services can help you enhance...
info_outlineShallow and Jiunta dive into the murky waters of supplement sponsorships, industry gimmicks, and the fine line between authenticity and selling out. From dissecting Athletic Greens' controversies to questioning the integrity of influencer endorsements, this candid discussion explores the values and pitfalls of fitness media. Plus, an unfiltered take on maintaining credibility while navigating big-dollar temptations. Join us for a thought-provoking conversation that pulls back the curtain on fitness culture, accountability, and the art of keeping it real.
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The Athletic Greens Controversy (00:02:58)
Influencer Responsibility and Ethics (00:06:00)
The Dangers of Comfort and Complacency (00:08:53)
Dissecting Athletic Greens' Ingredients (00:11:54)
The Moral Dilemma of Influencer Endorsements (00:15:14)
The Price of Reputation (00:18:00)
The Influence of Money on Integrity (00:21:06)
The Impact of Misinformation in Health (00:24:11)
The Consequences of Misleading Advice (00:27:13)
The Impact of Cancel Culture (00:29:53)
The Role of Commentary in Society (00:38:44)
Essential Exercises for Lifelong Fitness (01:02:21)