Gym Bro Talks

Mar 12 2023 24
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Host of Gym Bro Talks–James Zhu–invites popular fitness influencers on to chat about the science behind bodybuilding, powerlifting, diet, body mechanics and more. In addition to that, James enjoys talking about the lifestyle of the guests and just having a fun conversation to hopefully educate and entertain our audience.

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#21 Squat University aka Dr. Aaron Horschig

Mar 12 2023 42 mins  
Should you deadlift with rounded back? What shoes should you wear to lift? How do you maximize your benchpress power? Is there such thing as poor posture? The most common and sometimes controversial questions asked during this episode are all answered beautifully by the one and only Squat University. 

#20 Hybrid Calisthenics aka Hampton Liu

Mar 04 2023 99 mins  
This episode is loaded with insight! Hybrid Calisthenics explains the different methods of muscle growth including eccentrics, isometrics and concentric, as well as correct rest times in between working sets. The Lombard Paradox–paradoxical muscle contraction, and how neural inhibition plays a part in muscle growth is also explained. Furthermore, Hampton and James talk about thei

#19 Noah Nakamura and Ayn

Mar 03 2023 51 mins  
Noah Nakamura went from being a "fatty" to bench pressing 540lbs. Ayn only started her powerlifting journey 1 year ago but is now eligble for the world's powerlifting competition! What are these two doing differently than your average lifter? Are they genetically/naturally super strong? Is it their training? Diet? Or even steroids? Find out in this special episode of Gym Bro Talks.

#18 Brinkz aka Jacob Delara

Feb 22 2023 58 mins  
Brinkz aka Jacob Delara with one of the most phenomenal physiques on the internet. He explains why he does not take protein powder, pre workout, or creatine. Furthermore-the way he trains, his motivations, the way he eats and more.  =

S2 Ep. 4 Granny Gunz at 66 Years Old and More Jacked Than You | What's The Secret?

Feb 20 2023 51 mins  
A few months ago, Granny Gunz reached out to Gym Bro Talks to be on the show–and we are so happy that she did. Marlene's story is an inspiring one so if you want to be 66 and jacked, you listen to this episode.

S1 Ep. 16 Ryan Schmidle's Experience on Steroid Cycling (Tren) | His Techniques on Growing Big Shoulders and More

Feb 06 2023 61 mins  
Before the launch of season 2 and Gym Bro Talks rebrand, multiple episodes were left unedited. This is one of them. Ryan Schmidle gives valuable information on his experience with steroid (tren) cycling, the different concepts of the way he trains and we really just shot the shi-. Great Gym Bro Talk, hope you all enjoy.Listen on SPOTIFY on your long drive to work/school! https://op

S2 Ep. 2 Poor Habits That Slow Gym Progress | Ethnic Background and Athletic Abilities

Jan 30 2023 57 mins  
In this episode of Gym Bro Talks, Adrian and James discuss whether different ethnicities have different athletic capabilities and what the majority of them have in common. We strongly encourage you watch/listen on our discussion of poor habits that slow gym progress. It could be you!

S2 Ep. 1 How to Live a Long Life | Factors to Longevity with Adrian Ma

Jan 23 2023 61 mins  
Season 2 and I am back. In this first episode of the season, we have Adrian on the show and we talk about factors that lead to a long life. Some of these factors include: - Genetics - Sleep - Diet - Anti Inflammatory Activities - Mental Health and more..

Ep. 13 Alex Mendoza Explains If Creatine Supplementation Is Actually Needed, His Views On Body Positivity, Self Improvement and More

Jul 02 2022 53 mins  
In episode 13, Alex and James discuss how to determine whether you actually need to supplement creatine, they discuss what happened with the Drew Afualo incident regarding obesity and body shaming as well as a long discussion on self improvement.

Ep. 12 Big Ron Jones Explains The Power of the Muscle Pump, Daytime vs Evening Workout, Forearm Training, Resistance Bands vs Cables and More

Jun 20 2022 50 mins  
In episode 12, Big Ron Jones and James discuss why the pump is important for muscle growth and how to get a good pump. They also talk about the pros and cons behind forearm training, utilizing resistance bands/cables and much more.