Barbell Logic

Matt is always insightful and worth listening to.

I used to think this was the best lifting podcast, and one of the most enjoyable podcasts in general. The show now provides much less insight and is almost geared exclusively toward beginner lifters. The worst part is going back to old episodes and remembering how good it used to be. It’s particularly sad hearing the old hosts say how they were going to be themselves and authentic, and not water themselves down, and then going to new episodes where swears are bleeped out with an obnoxious beep like it’s a rap song from the early 80s. If you really can’t have swearing on your show, maybe edit just replace the word, or cut the audio without putting in a beep. Also, the giggling between the new hosts is insufferable.

On the latest podcast, the podcaster used the word "elderly" to refer to the 60+ age group in a study. I personally don't agree with that term as I am 65, I exercise, and I don't consider myself close to being elderly. I think in the future, when you both reach 65, you may also feel the same way and not want to be labeled as such.

I have been listening to this podcast since 2018 when I discovered it on Apple Podcasts during a very boring shuttle bus ride from the parking lot to the office. It has taught me so much about strength training, nutrition, health and wellbeing, and productivity. The team is phenomenal and down-to-earth, and their discussions always seem to resonate with me and usually make me laugh. It’s tough to put in words all the value this podcast has provided me over the years. I have been a BLOC client since last year and expect to be for the long term. Thank you Barbell Logic!