PODCAST/WEBSITE UPDATE
We are in the process of a major website upgrade, so I will be posting minimally (if at all) on this blog during the next few weeks. If you're interested in continuing to get the podcast show notes...
View ArticleJoe DeFranco's Industrial Strength Show hits #1 on iTunes!
After only 1 week in the podcast world, we're already makin' some noise...and it wouldn't be possible without YOU guys! Thanks for all the downloads, sharing, social media buzz, and overall support. I...
View ArticleJoe D. launches his 'Industrial Strength' Podcast!
Joe DeFranco's Industrial Strength Show - episode #1 On today's podcast, Joe discusses the following topics: The back story behind the show's Intro The GROUND RULES regarding show sponsorship WHY Joe...
View ArticleStep-by-step Approach to a Strong, Pain-free Deadlift
The barbell deadlift is one of the all-time great exercises for developing full body strength. Unfortunately, it's butchered by 95% of the people who perform it. Hence, its association with screwing...
View ArticleJoe D's Top 12 Book Reviews (continued)
TOP 6 [most practical] Business Books Part 2 of 2 Here's a recap of my favorites: 1. The E-Myth - Michael E. Gerber (review starts 0:36 into video) 2. CRUSH IT! - Gary Vaynerchuk (review starts 4:30...
View ArticleJoe D's [12-Year Anniversary] TOP 12 Books Reviewed!
TOP 6 [practical] TRAINING BOOKS Part 1 of 2 Here's a recap of my favorites: 1. Dinosaur Training - Brooks Kubik (review starts 1:32 into video) 2. STRENGTH - Joe DeFranco & James Smith (review...
View ArticleVideo tour of the new DeFranco's Gym at the Onnit Academy in Austin, TX!
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View ArticleTHE GAME HAS BEEN CHANGED!
Triple H & Stephanie McMahon revolutionize the “Celebrity Workout DVD” industry! Let’s face it - most celebrity “workout” DVD’s suck. They are filled with fluff and pseudo-science provided by...
View ArticleDEFRANCO'S GYM AT THE ONNIT ACADEMY OPENS IN A "LEAGUE OF ITS OWN"
This article was written by Jennifer Turner and originally appeared on the Onnit Academy website. DeFranco’s Gym at The Onnit Academy opens doors to the public this month, combining the world famous...
View Article[New] episode of 'Ask DeFranco's Gym' & DeFrancoInsider.com News!!
Regardless of who you are, where you train, or what your goals may be; you should be performing band pull-aparts. The long list of benefits that this exercise provides can't be ignored. Unfortunately,...
View Article4 Stages of Learning a Skill
In this installment of "Ask DeFranco's Gym", I discuss whether or not it's worth the time to "re-learn" how to breathe properly. Is diaphragmatic breathing valuable enough to fit into your training...
View ArticleDeFranco's Gym partners with NEW Onnit Academy Gym in Austin, TX! [must-watch...
ATTN: Coaches, Personal Trainers & Gym Owners Joe D. opens [new] New Jersey facility for Consulting & Business Coaching! If you're interested in hiring Joe for a consultation (in-person or...
View ArticleBUILT 2 LAST Ebook has arrived!!!
Here's the deal. I'm not going to write some big long sales pitch. I'm not going to over-hype this ebook. And I'm not going to make any outrageous claims. The only point of this quick blog post is to...
View ArticleBIG NEWS from Joe DeFranco!
On set at the Muscle & Fitness cover shoot with the "Fittest Couple in the World" Another busy summer has come and gone. It was a blur. And as usual, I had a difficult time keeping in touch with...
View ArticleAsk DeFranco's Gym - episode #20: PEC POPPIN' PUSH-UPS!
It's summertime and if you have the pecs of an 8-year-old girl, Joe D. is here to save the day! Click the 'PLAY' button below and pay attention, kids. This 4-minute video is about to change your...
View ArticleJoe D's "3-6-12" Badass Biceps Builder
Training athletes for performance is definitely my forte, but summertime is here and everyone is talking about getting “shredded abs” and “bigger biceps”, so I decided to address the latter topic. On...
View Article2 [Easy] Tips for a Stronger Bench Press!
Q: I recently stopped doing skull crushers because they caused tremendous pain in my elbows. A trainer at my gym told me I should switch over to close grip benches because they caused less elbow...
View ArticleSTRENGTH has arrived!!!
The wait is over! After a full year of hard work (over 40 re-writes on the book!), and too many sleepless nights to count, our STRENGTH System is available and ready to change your training forever!...
View ArticleDeFrancoShop.com is Live!
This is 1 of 3 NEW designs available at DeFrancoShop.com I am extremely excited to announce the launch of DeFrancoShop.com! This is where you will find all of our new t-shirts and apparel. We are now...
View ArticleDo Athletes Need a Base Level of Strength in order to Perform Plyometrics?
Many coaches will tell you that they don't allow their athletes to perform any kind of plyometric training unless they can squat 2.5X their bodyweight. Other coaches have different prerequisites for...
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