In this episode, Joe de Sena sits down with the remarkable Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum - a doctor and a powerlifting enthusiast with a passion for helping people transform their lives. Dr. Jordan shares valuable insights on how to break through your limits and transform your life.

They explore why strength training is skyrocketing in popularity, how it can supercharge your physical and mental health, and the secrets to staying motivated when the couch looks too tempting.

Dr. Jordan shares his journey from motocross injuries to becoming a leader in combining fitness with medicine, proving anyone can adapt and thrive. Learn the truth about common fitness myths, like women “getting too bulky,” and find out the simple, no-excuses routine anyone can follow to get stronger and healthier.

Whether you’re a seasoned athlete or a total beginner, this episode is packed with actionable tips, inspiring stories, and game-changing advice to help you level up your fitness journey.

Timestamps:

00:20 Intro

00:54 The rise of strength training as a top fitness trend

02:22 Merging strength training with medical expertise

05:12 Misconceptions about strength training

07:01 Why starting exercise is harder than continuing it 08:46 Evolutionary reasons behind avoiding discomfort

11:55 The importance of setting fitness goals to stay motivated

13:50 AI help to visualize and achieve fitness progress

14:49 Minimum exercise for health benefits

17:22 Creative exercise solutions without gym access

19:11 Myths surrounding running and physical adaptability 20:59 Strength benchmarks and the average deadlift

22:06 Invitation to a Spartan Race event

23:53 What is strength and how to increase it?

Connect to Dr. Jordan:

🌐 Website: Barbell Medicine

📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jordan_barbellmedicine/

🧑‍💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordan-feigenbaum-8ba40438/

💼 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BarbellMedicine