Programs Begin 1/12/26!
8-Week Beginner Strength Training Program - "Strength Made Simple" - https://www.digitalbarbell.com/strengthmadesimple
Women's Group Nutrition Program - "The Followthrough Formula" - For Women Who Want To Make Healthy Eating Stick, Without Tracking Every Bite - www.digitalbarbell.com/followthroughformula
Most people donât need a new diet, a new workout style, or more motivation.
They need better fundamentals.In this episode, we break down 10 things that will genuinely transform your health and fitness in 2026âwithout extremes, detoxes, or chasing trends.
We split it into two parts: Nutrition and Training, and focus on what actually moves the needle long term.
Resources mentioned: Digital Barbell Grocery and Meal Prep Guide: www.digitalbarbell.com/groceryguide
Protein and Calorie Calculator: https://www.digitalbarbell.com/calorieandmacronutrientcalculator
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SAVE $20 If You Join Before 2026
Option 1: Our Women's Only Group Nutrition Program for women who want to make healthy eating stick without tracking every bite.
8-Week Program begins 1/12/26. https://www.digitalbarbell.com/dgtl-store
Option 2: Strength Made Simple - Our 8-Week Strength Training Program perfect for beginners.
Program begins 1/12/26. https://www.digitalbarbell.com/dgtl-store
Apply to work 1:1 with us: https://www.digitalbarbell.com/contact-us
Podcast mentioned in this episode:Thriving in Life, Work, and Relationships with Executive Coach Jamie George - https://youtu.be/4O-G8T9vw7o
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Use code "2025" at www.digitalbarbell.com/dgtl-store
Program begins 1/12/2026
If you're a woman who's sick and tired of diets and want to find your "forever nutrition plan" without extremes, we have good news.
Our second release of our Women's only group nutrition program "The Follow Through Formula" begins 1/12/2026.
Inside this small group coaching program, you'll learn why diets have failed you in the past, and build the healthy habits you've always wanted, without having to track every calorie that you eat.
Head to https://www.digitalbarbell.com/followthroughformula to learn more, and join before the discount is gone.
Any questions? Email Blakley: blakley@digitalbarbell.com
This episode is full of đ„ content! Here's what we covered:
How to boost your T levels without drugs
How to know if a workout program is good before you do it
How to do pain-free deadlifts
How to make gains when your newbie gains end
How to break the all-or-nothing diet mindset
Grab our "Ultimate Deadlift Guide" https://www.digitalbarbell.com/deadliftguide
Work 1:1 with us: https://www.digitalbarbell.com/contact-us
Get on the waitlist for "The Followthrough Formula" - An 8-Week Group Nutrition Program For Women That Want To Keep The Weight Off Without Tracking Every Bite by emailing Blakley blakley@digitalbarbell.com - Program begins January 2026
***Get on the waitlist for our 8-Week Beginner Strength Training Program*** -
https://www.digitalbarbell.com/strengthmadesimple
We cover a ton of ground in this conversation:
How muscle protein synthesis really works after you train
What Bill learned from training astronauts (and how it applies to the rest of us)
The best way to spend your time in the gym if youâre busy.
How to know if your workout is actually doing anything
Using the right exercises so you look, feel, and move better
What the research says about exercise and dementia prevention
Why the basics of training still beat all the fancy stuff
And why itâs never too late to build a stronger, healthier body
If you want to understand the science behind getting stronger and aging better â without overcomplicating your workouts â this episode is packed with practical takeaways you can use today.
The PAM Institute: https://www.uhcl.edu/hhpi/pam/
Research studies we talked about:
Bigger weights may not beget bigger muscles: evidence from acute muscle protein synthetic responses after resistance exercise - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22533517/
Resistance exercise biology: manipulation of resistance exercise programme variables determines the responses of cellular and molecular signalling pathways. - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18557656/
When Sean Speaks: https://www.whenseanspeaks.com/
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If youâre ready to get stronger, build muscle, lose fat, and actually stay consistent this time, our training and nutrition coaching programs are here to help.
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BLACK FRIDAY SUPER SALE - GET NOTIFIED - https://www.digitalbarbell.com/join-our-email-listđȘ In this episode, weâre tackling some of your most common fitness questions â from improving body composition on weight loss drugs to building a strong, defined upper back.Can you still achieve a better body composition if you use weight loss drugs? Yes â but only if you do it the same way you would on any diet: with progressive strength training and enough protein. The problem is, appetite suppression can lead to such a deep calorie deficit that muscle loss becomes a real concern. If you lose equal parts fat and muscle, your body composition doesnât actually change â youâre just lighter.We also talk about how long it really takes to see muscle definition. Muscle only shows up once your body fat gets low enough â roughly 15% for men and 25% for women. You can see major changes in 8â12 weeks, and in a year, look completely different.Then we get into routines â morning and evening â and how to stop struggling with consistency. Plus, practical strategies for eating out without overdoing calories: go grilled instead of sautĂ©ed, choose lean protein, keep sauces in check, and aim for a solid protein-carb-veggie combo.We wrap up with the long-term goal of strength training once youâre not chasing PRs anymore â things like joint health, insulin sensitivity, maintaining muscle, and looking strong for life.And if you want that strong, defined upper back? Stick with the basics: deadlifts, rows, pull-ups or pulldowns, face pulls, and band pull-aparts â then keep getting stronger over time.đ§ Tune in for straight answers, practical advice, and a dose of perspective to help you train smarter and look the part.
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You don't need elite genetics to build an awesome physique. In today's podcast episode, Jonathan sits down with coach and author Paul Horn, who wrote "Radically Simple Strength".Â
They discuss the misconceptions of building strength, muscle, and the real-life knowledge you need to build a legit physique.Â
Grab Paul's book here: https://a.co/d/7o8Lo1A
Grab a free 5-week workout program on us! https://www.digitalbarbell.com/armsandabs
*10 Reasons You're Working Out, But You Don't Look Like It* - https://www.digitalbarbell.com/looklikeyouliftIn this conversation, Jonathaana and Austin Current delve into the science of strength training, emphasizing the importance of load management, effort, and progressive overload. They discuss the misconceptions surrounding strength training, the significance of mindset, and how to adapt training as one ages. The conversation also highlights the cornerstones of recovery and debunks common fitness myths, providing practical advice for everyday gym-goers.Key Takeaways:Strength training is about applying resistance to the body.Load management and fatigue management are crucial for progress.Effort is the most underrated variable in training.Progressive overload is essential for muscle growth.Recovery involves good sleep, nutrition, and programming.Training should be enjoyable and sustainable.Mindset plays a significant role in training success.It's important to find an entry point that works for you.Don't let others' limitations dictate your potential.The fundamentals of strength training remain constant.
Men's Strength Program - Starts 11/3 - Email jonathan@digitalbarbell.com
Apply to work with us 1:1 - https://www.digitalbarbell.com/contact-us
In this episode of the Digital Barbell Podcast, we share personal updates on our training and nutrition while living full-time in our Airstream.
We discuss the challenges of maintaining workout consistency on the road, the changes in body composition, and the nutrition strategies that have worked for us.
Additionally, we announced a new strength program designed to help men build strength and personal growth.
Lastly, we're talking about the importance of problem-solving in fitness and sharing our future plans.
Grab a FREE workout or nutrition program: https://www.digitalbarbell.com/free
Apply For 1:1 Coaching with Jonathan & Blakley : https://www.digitalbarbell.com/contact-us
We're all newbies at some point, but that doesn't mean you have to make newbie mistakes.
Here are 10 mistakes we see new people make:
Gym Mistakes:
1 - Not doing the heavy compound lifts
2 - Not using full range of motion
3 - Swinging weights to go heavy vs lowering the weight to use proper form
4 - Not using proper form when moving equipment around the gym
5 - Doing what you like to do not what you need to do
Kitchen Mistakes:
1 - Trying to change everything all at once
2 - Eating too much âhealthy foodâ
3 - Continuing to drink calories
4 - Count calories/macros too soon
5 - Failing to prepare
Try a free workout program on us: https://www.digitalbarbell.com/armsandabs
10 Reasons You're Working Out, But You Don't Look Like It, and What To Do Instead: https://www.digitalbarbell.com/looklikeyoulift
Raise your hand if you've believed any of these myths. âđŒ
1: Eating smaller meals more often keeps your metabolism cranking.Â
2: Youâll get more out of your workouts if you keep moving and keep your heart rate up.Â
3: The best way to lose weight is to avoid carbs.
4: Your metabolism is why you canât lose weight.
5: What you eat isnât that important as long as you work out
6: Women need different workouts than men
7: Going for a walk is as good as doing a workout
8: Losing weight and getting in shape is physical, not mental
Want the free nutrition guide? Just email Jonathan @ jonathan@digitalbarbell.com
Get a question answered: jonathan@digitalbarbell.com blakley@digitalbarbell.com
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Grab one of our free workout and nutrition programs: â https://www.digitalbarbell.com/free
đȘđŒ 8-Week Beginner Strength Program Begins 10/6! https://www.strengthmadesimple
Have you ever wondered if Prebiotic drinks are actually "healthy", or if you need to adjust your workout program after a fat loss phase?
How about if heavy or light weights are better for muscle growth and strength, or if having more exercises in your program is actually better?Â
We're diving into each on this podcast episode!Â
Here's the YouTube video by Jeremy Ethier - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ry5Sc9v9U64
Get a question answered: jonathan@digitalbarbell.com blakley@digitalbarbell.com
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Join the October 6th release of our 8-Week Beginner Strength Program "Strength Made Simple" - https://www.digitalbarbell.com/strengthmadesimple
Can you be healthy and also look like you work out? Absolutely!Â
The problem is most people only focus on one side of the equation.Â
Some obsess over âhealthâ and end up skinny, weak, or burned out.Â
Others chase aesthetics at all costs, wrecking their hormones, metabolism, and sanity.
In this episode, weâll show you how to have both â strong health markers and a body that reflects your hard work.
Hereâs what we cover:
What it really means to be healthy vs. aesthetic
The common mistakes people make chasing only one or the other
The 6 strategies that combine both health + aesthetics:
1. Eat the right number of calories (with enough protein)
2. Eat 25â35g of fiber daily
3. Limit saturated fat (and focus on healthy fats)
4. Strength train with progressive overload
5. Do enough cardio for your heart + metabolism
6. Find your âforeverâ workout program you can actually stick to
Why this matters:
Stronger muscles and bones
Better heart health and blood markers
More energy and resilience
A lean, defined physique without crash diets or burnout
Grab the free fiber cheat sheet: https://www.digitalbarbell.com/cheat-sheets
Whether your goal is to live longer, look better in the mirror, or both â this episode lays out a simple framework you can start today.
Join the October 6th release of our 8-Week Beginner Strength Program "Strength Made Simple" - https://www.digitalbarbell.com/strengthmadesimple
Work 1:1 with Jonathan & Blakley: https://www.digitalbarbell.com/contact-us
Grab one of our free workout and nutrition programs: https://www.digitalbarbell.com/free
After 10+ years of coaching, we've identified several topics that just keep coming up.
In today's podcast, we're giving you 10 simple fixes you can make today to start getting better results in the gym, and in the kitchen.
Join the October 6th release of our 8-Week Beginner Strength Program "Strength Made Simple" - https://www.digitalbarbell.com/strengthmadesimple
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Grab one of our free workout and nutrition programs: https://www.digitalbarbell.com/free
00:00 Intro
00:40 Sponsor
01:55 Strength Made Simple
04:20 - To Eat More Protein - Swap For Lean Protein
08:20 - To Drink More Water, Start The Day With a Chug
12:00 - To Snack Less, Eat Bigger Meals
15:30 - To Feel Rows In Your Lats, Pull To Your Hips
19:00 - To Feel RDL's More, Push Your Butt Back
22:50 - To Check Your Form, Record Yourself
24:40 - To Feel Reverse Flys In Your Rear Delts, Bend Over More
27:20 - To Increase Mobility, Do ROM's With Weight
29:45 - To Eliminate Knee Pain, Squat To Depth
33:30 - To Get Faster Results, Hire a Coach
Not your typical podcast episode here! We sat down to give you an update on the company, our travels, our YouTube content, our workouts, Jonathan's nagging injuries, Button's bum knee, and Blakley's fluctuating bodyweight.
Join the October 6th release of our 8-Week Beginner Strength Program "Strength Made Simple" - https://www.digitalbarbell.com/strengthmadesimple
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Work 1:1 with Jonathan & Blakley: https://www.digitalbarbell.com/contact-us
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What's most important for muscle growth? More weight, or more reps?
My job is giving me tennis elbow. How can I make it stop, and how can I prevent it?
If you had to choose between protein powder and creatine, which one would you take?
An online protein calculator told me to eat 200g of protein. Is that too much?
How did you get into coaching?
Join our Women's Only Group Nutrition Program:"The Follow Through Formula" - Make Healthy Eating Stick - Without Tracking Every Bite
email Blakley @ blakley@digitalbarbell.com to get on the waitlist.
Tendonitis rehab: Wrist/Forearm Strengthener:
https://a.co/d/d3xHhry
Band Exercise: https://youtu.be/MrZ7kYuuvEw
Our Free Programs: https://www.digitalbarbell.com/free
Program starts 9/2! Beginners, here's your shot to build strength simply and safely. Join "Strength Made Simple" and let us take away the guesswork. You don't need expensive equipment, and you don't need a gym membership. The 8-Week Program is only $147 for all 8 weeks. Check out the details and join here: https://www.digitalbarbell.com/stengthmadesimpleRegistration ends 8/31/25, so don't delay!Questions? Email us! jonathan@digitalbarbellcom - blakley@digitalbarbell.com
Most people who âlift weightsâ arenât actually strength trainingâand thatâs why theyâre not seeing results. In this episode, we break down:â What real strength training is (and isnât)â The science of how muscle actually gets strongerâ Why random workouts, HIIT circuits, and chasing calorie burn keep you stuckâ The 5 non-negotiables every strength program needs: progressive overload, fundamental lifts, structure, effort, and recoveryâ The life-changing benefits of building strength (beyond just looking good)If youâve ever wondered why your workouts arenât paying offâor how to actually get strongerâthis oneâs for you.đ Early-bird registration for our 8-week Beginner Strength Training Program opens Friday 8/22, and the program begins 9/2! Get stronger without confusion, wasted time, or guesswork.Get notified on Friday 8/22 by joining our email list here: https://www.digitalbarbell.com/join-our-email-listQuestions for us? jonathan@digitalbarbell.com - blakley@digitalbarbell.com
Today, we hit the 6 month mark of living, working, running our business, and traveling (a little) in our Airstream. Here are our thoughts on the reality of the costs, time, and effort involved. 8-Week Beginner Strength Program Begins 9/2/25 - Email Jonathan @ jonathan@digitalbarbell.com for the early-bird discount. Just say "Beginner Strength" in the email.
Everyone loves a good question-and-answer session!
Is diet soda bad for you?
How much cardio should you do?
Are bodyweight workouts good to do?
How often should you change your workout program?
Find out the answers to all of these great questions and more in today's episode.
Free bodyweight workouts: https://www.digitalbarbell.com/travelworkouts
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