EP 222 - The Truth About Quitting Anti-Depressants: Full Interview with Amateur Strongman Anthony Kroeker
Release Date: 09/17/2025
EP 222 - The Truth About Quitting Anti-Depressants: Full Interview with Amateur Strongman Anthony Kroeker
Bacon Bibles Barbells Podcast
In this episode, Coach Justin, Coach Amanda, and her husband Anthony discuss Anthony's journey with antidepressants and the process of coming off those medications. They also cover getting your hormones checked and the link between depression and low hormones, and the difference that testosterone replacement therapy can make. They explore the initial reasons for starting antidepressants, the realization of dependency, and the challenges faced when transitioning off these medications. They discuss the emotional turmoil that often accompanies detox, the numbing effects of SSRIs on life...
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EP 221 - Evan Singleton CROWNED Strongest Man on Earth-2025! Results and Highlights from Loveland
Bacon Bibles Barbells Podcast
In this episode of the Bacon, Bibles, and Barbells podcast, Coach Justin, Coach Amanda, and Dave discuss the Strongest Man on Earth competition, sharing insights on training experiences, event highlights, and the evolution of strongman competitions. They compare the Shaw Classic and Arnold Classic, emphasizing the differences in event structure, spectator experience, and competitor performances. The conversation culminates in reflections on the future of strongman events and the potential for growth in the sport. And of course, they can't ignore that Evan Singleton finally got a big...
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EP 220 - Mastering Advanced Periodization-How To Train When You're Not A Beginner Anymore
Bacon Bibles Barbells Podcast
In this episode, Coach Justin and Coach Bill delve into advanced training periodization, focusing on the differences between bodybuilding and strength training. They discuss personal training experiences, the importance of recovery, and the need for individualized coaching. The conversation emphasizes the significance of understanding one's body and adapting training strategies accordingly to achieve optimal results in both bodybuilding and strength sports. No matter who you are, once you work out your newbie gains for a few years, training has to change. Get the basics here of how to...
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EP 219 - Ectomorph, Mesomorph, Endomorph MYTH BUSTED! (Why Body Types Are Total BS)
Bacon Bibles Barbells Podcast
In this episode, the High Calling Fitness Coaches discuss the myths surrounding body types, specifically the outdated somatotype theory which categorizes individuals into ectomorph, mesomorph, and endomorph. Is there any truth to any of it??? They share personal experiences of transformation, emphasizing that body types are not fixed and can change through lifestyle choices, training, and nutrition. The conversation highlights the importance of control over one's body and the psychological aspects of food and fitness, encouraging listeners to embrace change and challenge societal perceptions...
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EP 218 - Tricks to Training with Your Spouse
Bacon Bibles Barbells Podcast
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EP 217 - CrossFit Kills Bacon Bibles Barbells Podcast with HighCallingFitness
Bacon Bibles Barbells Podcast
In this episode of the Bacon, Bibles, and Barbells Podcast, some of the High Calling Fitness coaches Justin, Amanda, and Emily cover WHY WE DON'T DO CROSSFIT. People ask us this frequently. "I'm doing CrossFit, isn't that enough?" We talk through why we think CrossFit is not the ideal method for most people. We are thankful to CrossFit for popularizing lifting and barbells and handing that to the culture at large. Strength Training is more popular than ever before, largely due to their influence. We talk about the expense, the culture, the injury risk, the burnout, and the sustainability (or...
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EP 216 - 10 Potentially HARMFUL Supplements-Bacon, Bibles, and Barbells Podcast with High Calling Fitness
Bacon Bibles Barbells Podcast
In this episode of the Bacon, Bibles, and Barbells Podcast, some of the High Calling Fitness Coach Justin breaks down 10 supplements that people may think are HARMLESS, but can actually cause real damage to your overall health when used for too long or in the wrong context over time. Unfortunately, Coach Bill was not able to finish out the podcast due to storms in his area and internet issues towards the beginning of the show. The "supplement" industry is kind of like the wild, wild west right now in the health and fitness industry. There are a lot of these things that can be used properly in...
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EP 215 - TOP 10 BLOOD MARKERS FOR HEALTH-Bacon, Bibles, and Barbells Podcast with High Calling Fitness
Bacon Bibles Barbells Podcast
In this episode of the Bacon, Bibles, and Barbells Podcast, some of the High Calling Fitness coaches Justin, Amanda, and Emily cover the top 10 blood markers that they look at for HEALTH with their clients. If we could only choose 10 blood markers to look at and didn't know someone's history, these are likely the ones that we would choose to look at to get a gauge on someone's health. Find out what they are and WHY we would choose the ones that we did by listening here! If you've been wondering what to ask your Dr. about getting, or what to prioritize ordering yourself, check out this podcast....
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215 - What is DIET PERIODIZATION???-Bacon, Bibles, and Barbells Podcast w/ High Calling Fitness
Bacon Bibles Barbells Podcast
In this episode of the Bacon, Bibles, and Barbells Podcast, some of the High Calling Fitness coach Bill and Coach Amanda cover the concept of "Diet Periodization". What do we mean when we say "periodization" and why do we care? How should we be eating and when? Why can't you perpetually diet? How does this working with the different sports? How do you periodize your diet to maximize your results? All these questions and lots more answered here! If you have never quite been able to achieve the look that you want, despite eating and training your best, this is definitely the episode to listen...
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EP 214 - Thinking about the Thyroid w/coaches William and Justin
Bacon Bibles Barbells Podcast
In this episode of the Bacon, Bibles, and Barbells Podcast, some of the High Calling Fitness coach Bill and Coach Justin cover Thyroid Function, Health, Symptoms, Treatments, and even special considerations if you are a thyroid patient. Topics covered include both Coach Justin and Coach Bill's experience with thyroid diagnoses and medication, as well as their experiences with clients. What bloodwork should you get if you suspect an issue? What are the main symptoms? How do you keep it healthy? If you get bad bloodwork, is it forever? What are the recommended treatments and...
info_outlineIn this episode, Coach Justin, Coach Amanda, and her husband Anthony discuss Anthony's journey with antidepressants and the process of coming off those medications. They also cover getting your hormones checked and the link between depression and low hormones, and the difference that testosterone replacement therapy can make. They explore the initial reasons for starting antidepressants, the realization of dependency, and the challenges faced when transitioning off these medications.
They discuss the emotional turmoil that often accompanies detox, the numbing effects of SSRIs on life experiences, and the long term effects and addictive nature that Doctors don't usually warn people about. They also touch on the role of nutrition, exercise, and journaling in the withdrawal process, and what to expect from a physical and emotional perspective. They even dive into some simple protocols for coming off these types of medications and go in depth on Anthony's personal experience.
Anthony is just one example of many people who are given an anti-depressant by a Doctor that they trust, without ever running a proper hormone panel, suggesting lifestyle interventions, or warning them of the addictive nature. This is just a small piece of a much larger discussion, but one that needs to be talked about more. Anti-depressants don't have to be for life, and can be worked off of safely with the proper guidance.