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J3 University is an online education and coaching service made for bodybuilding and physique enhancement. Our podcast interviews experts in the field of research and coaching to bridge the gap between science and in the trench experience. Come and empower yourself to a higher level of physique development.
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Tuesday May 06, 2025
Rep Ranges are Pointless - J3U Podcast // Eps.173
Tuesday May 06, 2025
Tuesday May 06, 2025
In this episode of the J3U Podcast, John and Luke debunk the myths around rep ranges, break through the hysteria, and layout how you can efficiently use and view rep ranges. We had a technical difficulty so we apologize in advance for Luke's muffled audio!
Want to learn how we create world-class athletes or become one yourself? Check out the links below at J3U.
J3U Coaching https://j3university.com/j3u-coaching/
J3 University https://j3university.com
Applied Hypertrophy Optimization https://j3university.com/funnel/aho/applied-hypertrophy/
The Female Module https://j3university.com/funnel/female-module/female-module/
Timestamps:
Intro 00:00
Tenets of Hypertrophy 02:10
Effort/Intensity 06:45
Anecdote 11:21
Choosing Rep Ranges 15:35
Lower Rep Application 22:22
Phase Based Adjustments 26:42

Tuesday Apr 29, 2025
Hyrox Sucks for Bodybuilding - J3U Podcast // Eps.172
Tuesday Apr 29, 2025
Tuesday Apr 29, 2025
In this episode of the J3U Podcast, John and Luke discuss the trending fitness modality of Hyrox and how if you're a bodybuilder, it's not for you.
We had a technical difficulty so we apologize in advance for Luke's muffled audio!
Want to learn how we create world-class athletes or become one yourself? Check out the links below at J3U.
J3U Coaching https://j3university.com/j3u-coaching/
J3 University https://j3university.com
Applied Hypertrophy Optimization https://j3university.com/funnel/aho/applied-hypertrophy/
The Female Module https://j3university.com/funnel/female-module/female-module/
Timestamps:
Intro 00:00
Stimulus to Fatigue 04:59
Steps 10:20
Modalities 17:01
Cardio Timing 21:30
Guidelines to Follow 28:15

Tuesday Apr 22, 2025
Solving Fat Loss Stalls - J3U Podcast // Eps.171
Tuesday Apr 22, 2025
Tuesday Apr 22, 2025
In this episode of the J3U Podcast, John and Luke cover how you can solve your fat loss stalls and better prepare for whenever that scale stops moving.
Want to learn how we create world-class athletes or become one yourself? Check out the links below at J3U.
J3U Coaching https://j3university.com/j3u-coaching/
J3 University https://j3university.com
Applied Hypertrophy Optimization https://j3university.com/funnel/aho/applied-hypertrophy/
The Female Module https://j3university.com/funnel/female-module/female-module/
Timestamps:
Intro 00:00
Defining a Stall 03:30
Output 09:20
Deloading 17:25
Assessing Bio Feedback 24:00

Tuesday Apr 15, 2025
Andre Adams: Female Labs, PED's, Volume Progression - J3U Podcast // Eps.170
Tuesday Apr 15, 2025
Tuesday Apr 15, 2025
John and Luke are joined by IFBB Olympian and NASM Master Trainer Andre Adams to discuss female labs, PED's, and how to progress your volume.
Want to learn how we create world-class athletes or become one yourself? Check out the links below at J3U.
J3U Coaching https://j3university.com/j3u-coaching/
J3 University https://j3university.com
Applied Hypertrophy Optimization https://j3university.com/funnel/aho/applied-hypertrophy/
The Female Module https://j3university.com/funnel/female-module/female-module/
Timestamps:
Intro 00:00
Educational Journey 04:55
Bad Lipid Profiles and High Cholesterol for Females 12:55
Approach to AAS for Females 18:24
Medical Practice & Coaching 29:07
Do Stronger/Bigger People Need Less Sets? 34:53
Standout Training Issues with Females 51:20

Tuesday Apr 08, 2025
Fat Loss Diet Mistakes to Avoid - J3U Podcast // Eps.169
Tuesday Apr 08, 2025
Tuesday Apr 08, 2025
John and Luke dive into what NOT to do when dieting and how you can maximize your fat loss phase.
Want to learn how we create world-class athletes or become one yourself? Check out the links below at J3U.
J3U Coaching https://j3university.com/j3u-coaching/
J3 University https://j3university.com
Applied Hypertrophy Optimization https://j3university.com/funnel/aho/applied-hypertrophy/
The Female Module https://j3university.com/funnel/female-module/female-module/
Timestamps:
Intro 00:00
Initial Calorie Pull 05:38
Refeeds 09:30
Food Variety 17:00
Being Too Strict 24:00

Wednesday Apr 02, 2025
Wednesday Apr 02, 2025
John and Luke go through YOUR questions about and give you the answers you've been looking for. Check out the timestamps below to see if your question was answeredðŸ§
Want to learn how we create world-class athletes or become one yourself? Check out the links below at J3U.
J3U Coaching https://j3university.com/j3u-coaching/
J3 University https://j3university.com
Applied Hypertrophy Optimization https://j3university.com/funnel/aho/applied-hypertrophy/
The Female Module https://j3university.com/funnel/female-module/female-module/
Timestamps:
Intro 00:00
T3 in the Offseason 01:19
The Peptide Trend 05:35
Fruit & Veggie Intake 12:40
Supplement Necessities for Bodybuilding 16:30
Glutamine Timing 20:10
Pharma Vs. Generic GH 22:25
Pull Day Programming 24:49

Tuesday Mar 18, 2025
Stop Ruining Your Peak in 2025 - J3U Podcast // Eps.166
Tuesday Mar 18, 2025
Tuesday Mar 18, 2025
John and Luke breakdown some common yet important mistakes they see in competitors that end up derailing preps.
Have questions? Drop them below!
Want to learn how we create world-class athletes or become one yourself? Check out the links below at J3U.
J3U Coaching https://j3university.com/j3u-coaching/
J3 University https://j3university.com
Applied Hypertrophy Optimization https://j3university.com/funnel/aho/applied-hypertrophy/
The Female Module https://j3university.com/funnel/female-module/female-module/
Timestamps:
Intro 00:00
Managing Variables 02:00
Scheduling 05:10
Data Collection 14:06
Peak Week Preparation 18:43
Diuretics 23:05

Wednesday Mar 12, 2025
Building Muscle Off-Cycle - J3U Podcast // Eps.165
Wednesday Mar 12, 2025
Wednesday Mar 12, 2025
John and Luke dive into the topic of how you can continue to build muscle even when you are off-cycle or in a transition phase.
Want to learn how we create world-class athletes or become one yourself? Check out the links below at J3U.
J3U Coaching https://j3university.com/j3u-coaching/
J3 University https://j3university.com
Applied Hypertrophy Optimization https://j3university.com/funnel/aho/applied-hypertrophy/
The Female Module https://j3university.com/funnel/female-module/female-module/
Timestamps:
Intro 00:00
Expectations 03:50
Prepping for the Next Phase 08:30
Training Transitions 16:42
Habit Formation 25:35

Tuesday Mar 04, 2025
Optimized HGH in Bodybuilding with Kurt Havens - J3U Podcast // Eps.164
Tuesday Mar 04, 2025
Tuesday Mar 04, 2025
John and Luke are joined by Kurt Havens to discuss how to optimize HGH in bodybuilding.
Want to learn how we create world-class athletes or become one yourself? Check out the links below at J3U.
J3U Coaching https://j3university.com/j3u-coaching/
J3 University https://j3university.com
Applied Hypertrophy Optimization https://j3university.com/funnel/aho/applied-hypertrophy/
The Female Module https://j3university.com/funnel/female-module/female-module/
Timestamps:
Intro 00:00
What Does GH Actually Do? 02:15
How to Know if Your GH is Real 22:35
IGF Production 40:21

Tuesday Feb 25, 2025
3 Must Use Offseason PED's - J3U Podcast // Eps.163
Tuesday Feb 25, 2025
Tuesday Feb 25, 2025
John and Luke give 3 must haves when it comes to offseason PED's.
Want to learn how we create world-class athletes or become one yourself? Check out the links below at J3U.
J3U Coaching https://j3university.com/j3u-coaching/
J3 University https://j3university.com
Applied Hypertrophy Optimization https://j3university.com/funnel/aho/applied-hypertrophy/
The Female Module https://j3university.com/funnel/female-module/female-module/
Timestamps:
Intro 00:00
Testosterone 05:25
Primobolan/Masteron 11:17
Growth Hormone 22:05
Female Application 27:45