575.3K
Downloads
147
Episodes
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.
Episodes
Saturday Feb 12, 2022
Saturday Feb 12, 2022
Episode 37: Prophylactic Series: Why Insulin in Enhanced Competitors?
In this episode of J3 University, Luke and I discuss the risk of PED usage and how Insulin might serve as a harm reduction strategy. We cover how insulin works in the body and the class of exogenous insulin commonly used in bodybuilding. Lastly we cover when to deploy insulin and how to optimize its actions for hypertrophy and common misconceptions around the topic.
Timestamps
Insulin Function and Basic Physiology- 00:00:57
What leads to insulin sensitivity? - 00:03:28
Classes of Insulin- 00:13:37
When to deploy insulin- 00:21:54
Will Insulin therapy cause your pancreas to shut down? - 00:26:07
Will taking Insulin Cause Insulin resistance to worsen? - 00:26:52
Will Insulin cause your Gut to grow? - 00:27:54
How long to use insulin - 00:30:02
Fast acting insulin- 00:32:02
Danger of using insulin around training- 00:37:28
Contest Prep Deployment- 00:38:37
Females and Insulin Use- 00:45:51
J3 UNIVERSITY: http://j3university.com
FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/J3-University-103894631667528
INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/johnjewett3/
Luke Miller INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/noswitchfitness/?hl=en
Luke Miller coaching: https://noswitchfitness.com/contact/
Saturday Feb 05, 2022
Saturday Feb 05, 2022
Episode 36: Victoria Felkar: Optimizing Female Hormones and Deploying PEDs
In this episode of J3 University, Luke and I are joined by Victoria Felkar, PhD(c) to discuss female PED use in physique competition. The conversation starts with knowing when you menstrual cycle is “healthy” and why that is important for health and physique. When moving into the enhanced realm how do we protect females from unwanted side effects. What does this mean for PED use and common myths surrounding PEDs for females. If you coach women this is a must listen.
Timestamps
Introducing Victoria Felkar- 00:00:14
Baseline assessment, where to start?- 00:07:12
Healthy Menstrual Cycle and Myth Busting- 00:14:59
Cycle Tracking, Basal Body Temp and Labs- 00:26:25
Menstrual Cycle for effect management of progress/PEDs- 00:29:01
Importance of Estrogen & Progesterone for the healthiest future possible- 00:33:20
Baseline Fundamentals for Health- 00:40:58
Protective safe guards- 00:51:03
Non-androgenic routes- 01:01:49
Physique Sport Timeline, it’s a long game- 01:05:05
What is ok for female androgen/PED use?- 01:10:54
Myth Busting, What male coaches don’t know- 01:22:19
Where to find Victoria Felkar- 01:42:10
Website: https://www.victoriafelkar.com
Facebook: Victoria Felkar
Instagram: @victoriafelkar
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCA3XgGNLfreKdCn6S0NUuRg
Email: victoria@victoriafelkar.com
J3 UNIVERSITY: http://j3university.com
FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/J3-University-103894631667528
INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/johnjewett3/
Luke Miller INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/noswitchfitness/?hl=en
Luke Miller coaching: https://noswitchfitness.com/contact/
Saturday Jan 29, 2022
Saturday Jan 29, 2022
Episode 35: Prophylactic Series: Why Metformin in Enhanced Competitors?
In this episode of J3 University, Luke and I discuss the risk of PED usage and how Metformin might serve as a harm reduction strategy. When might this drug be utilized in phases, applications in non PED using athletes and side effects of the drug. Also, can it impeded hypertrophy outcomes?
Timestamps
Metformin Medical Use- 00:59:00
Other Diabetic Drugs- 00:03:51
Issues with enhanced bodybuilding- 00:05:59
Metformin in different phases- 00:12:12
Metformin side effects- 00:14:33
Metformin in natural athletes- 16:52:00
GI Upset/Diarrhea using Metformin- 00:21:57
Extended vs Immediate Release- 00:24:43
Berberine- 00:25:33
B12 Deficiency using Metformin- 00:28:40
PCOS- 00:30:22
Does Metformin take place of Insulin? - 00:35:02
Wrap Up- 00:38:50
J3 UNIVERSITY: http://j3university.com
FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/J3-University-103894631667528
INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/johnjewett3/
Luke Miller INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/noswitchfitness/?hl=en
Luke Miller coaching: https://noswitchfitness.com/contact/
Friday Jan 21, 2022
Friday Jan 21, 2022
Episode 34: Dr. Eric Helms and Laurin Conlin: Female Post Contest Recovery
In this episode of J3 University, Luke and I are joined by Dr. Eric Helms and Laurin Conlin for a discussion on how to recover females from the rigors of Contest Prep. We cover how setting up a client before a prep even begins is crucial in the prep and post contest phases. What happens physiologically and psychological over a prep and what are the issues entering the post show period to resolve. Within the post show period we aim to transition clients from a regimented approach to a more sustainable one and discuss the strategies used to do so.
Timestamps
Introducing Eric Helms & Laurin Conlin- 00:00:14
Energy Availability/Metabolic Adaptation- 00:01:58
Setting yourself up for a successful prep- 00:08:59
Menstrual cycle return post dieting- 00:15:50
Post Show and Long term planning- 00:19:18
The first weeks Post Show and Recovery Diet- 00:26:20
Training Performance and Body Image- 00:40:50
Sustainable Approach- 00:52:07
Where to find Laurin Conlin and Eric Helms- 01:04:27
Laurin Conlin:
Podcast: The LoCoFit Show
@teamlocofit
@laurinconlin
Eric Helms:
Podcast: Iron Culture
@team3dmg
@helms3dmj
J3 UNIVERSITY: http://j3university.com
FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/J3-University-103894631667528
INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/johnjewett3/
Luke Miller INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/noswitchfitness/?hl=en
Luke Miller coaching: https://noswitchfitness.com/contact/
Thursday Jan 13, 2022
Thursday Jan 13, 2022
Episode 33: Prophylactic Series: Why Telmisartan in Enhanced Competitors?
In this episode of J3 University, Luke and I discuss the risk of PED usage and how blood pressure medications serve as a hard reduction strategy. All blood pressure medications are covered and specially answering why Telmisartan is spoken about more frequently.
Timestamps
NPC Nationals and Pro Card Wins- 00:00:08
Enhanced Bodybuilder Risk- 00:03:10
Renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system, Classes of Medication- 00:07:52
ARB vs ACE Inhibitors- 00:13:31
Telmisartan Actions/Benefits- 00:15:15
Blood viscosity/blood dump, Improvement in lab work- 00:19:14
Access to medication- 00:24:36
Deploying for reduction in Water retention- 00:29:46
Where to find more info- 00:34:00
J3 UNIVERSITY: http://j3university.com
FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/J3-University-103894631667528
INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/johnjewett3/
Luke Miller INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/noswitchfitness/?hl=en
Luke Miller coaching: https://noswitchfitness.com/contact/
Thursday Jan 06, 2022
Thursday Jan 06, 2022
Episode 32: Why Your Gains Are Lacking in the Offseason
In this episode of J3 University, Luke and I discuss common reasons offseason progress is lacking for many. We look into laying out the timeline of an offseason for planning purposes Also, strategies to keep you adherent, consistent and trouble shoot the common offseason issues that occur.
Timestamps
Podcast Intro- 00:00:15
Mapping out offseason timeline- 00:00:58
Keeping structure in the offseason- 00:04:35
Working on Mobility and function- 00:10:52
Diminishing pumps, insulin sensitivity and recovery- 00:16:46
Managing digestion as food increases- 00:22:02
Diet adherence and flexibility- 00:32:31
Extending ability to drive food up- 00:42:29
Extra Rest days and Deloads- 00:44:50
Wrap Up- 00:48:50
J3 UNIVERSITY: http://j3university.com
FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/J3-University-103894631667528
INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/johnjewett3/
Luke Miller INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/noswitchfitness/?hl=en
Luke Miller coaching: https://noswitchfitness.com/contact/
Wednesday Nov 24, 2021
Wednesday Nov 24, 2021
Episode 31: Managing the Holiday Meals
In this episode of J3 University, Luke and I have turkey and banana pudding on the brain. With Thanksgiving approaching and many asking about what to do to keep their physique on track, we provide answers. Should you cut food for the week or day of, do cardio, train, not train, track the meal? What are acceptable strategies and what do we want to avoid to prevent poor relationships with food.
J3 UNIVERSITY: http://j3university.com
FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/J3-University-103894631667528
INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/johnjewett3/
Luke Miller INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/noswitchfitness/?hl=en
Luke Miller coaching: https://noswitchfitness.com/contact/
Friday Nov 05, 2021
Friday Nov 05, 2021
Episode 30: Hypertrophy Training: Why Your Arms are NOT Growing
At some point we all dream of 20 Inch plus arms, but we are not all blessed in the gun show department. In this episode of J3 University, Luke and I cover hypertrophy training surrounding bicep and tricep development. We address issues around bicep and tricep training including chronic injuries. Selecting exercises based on your structure and ability to move. Our top exercise choices for each muscle group and what split design to program to bring up arms.
Timestamps
Episode Intro- 00:00:24
Physique assessment- 00:02:35
Addressing issues within Bicep training/exercise selection- 00:05:54
Arm path position for bicep movements- 00:12:52
Log Book Progression- 00:17:59
Addressing issues within Tricep training/exercise selection- 00:21:05
Arm Programming- 00:34:28
Adding in a dedicated Arm Day- 00:40:20
Episode Wrap Up- 00:47:28
J3 UNIVERSITY: http://j3university.com
FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/J3-University-103894631667528
INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/johnjewett3/
Luke Miller INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/noswitchfitness/?hl=en
Luke Miller coaching: https://noswitchfitness.com/contact/
Friday Oct 29, 2021
Friday Oct 29, 2021
Timestamps
Episode Intro- 00:00:25
Perimenopause Female Competitors- 00:02:19
PMS Symptoms and Normal Cycles- 00:06:05
Areas to address before HRT- 00:10:45
Loss of menstrual cycle, Hormone Panels & Estrogen- 00:16:65
Forms of Application for Estrogen Based Replacement- 00:26:52
Actions of Hormones and Deployment- 00:32:15
Deploying AI- 00:40:09
HRT as a starting point- 48:17:09
Birth Control- 00:50:15
Where to find Serena- 01:01:22
Sarena Social Media:
IG: @np_rena_lifts
Clinic: @totalcareclinics
J3 UNIVERSITY: http://j3university.com
FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/J3-University-103894631667528
INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/johnjewett3/
Luke Miller INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/noswitchfitness/?hl=en
Luke Miller coaching: https://noswitchfitness.com/contact/
Friday Oct 22, 2021
Friday Oct 22, 2021
Episode 28: IFBB Pro Evan Centopani: Longevity In Bodybuilding: Nutrition, Training, PEDs
In this episode of J3 University, Luke and I are joined by IFBB Pro Evan Centopani. Evan is well known for his meticulous health minded approach to bodybuilding and still achieving a high level of success on and off stage. We dive into Evan’s initial reason for being health conscious and what approaches he has gathered along his journey to keep progressing and limiting the health risks of enhanced bodybuilding practice.
Timestamps
Evan Intro and Fish Jelly- 00:00:24
New Haven Pizza- 00:06:37
Evans health approach to bodybuilding- 00:09:59
Maintaining Health in bodybuilding- 00:16:20
Longevity in bodybuilding- 00:19:57
Reckless Protocols- 00:23:27
Oral Steroids/AI Use- 00:26:19
Blood Pressure/Blood Glucose Tracking and Statins- 00:31:22
Getting the most out of the least- 00:38:59
Health monitoring- 00:42:51
Low Bodyweight for health- 00:48:19
Low Carb- Keeping body responsive- 00:56:04
Where to find Evan- 01:03:37
Social Media-
Instagram: @evancentopani
Email: evan@centopani.com
Website: http://centopani.com
J3 UNIVERSITY: http://j3university.com
FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/J3-University-103894631667528
INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/johnjewett3/
Luke Miller INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/noswitchfitness/?hl=en
Luke Miller coaching: https://noswitchfitness.com/contact/