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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 Aug 06, 2024
Stop Doing Pump Workouts - J3U Podcast // Eps.136
Tuesday Aug 06, 2024
Tuesday Aug 06, 2024
In this episode, John and Luke discuss pump sessions and why you should not be doing them.
Thanks for watching!
Want to learn how we create world-class athletes or become one yourself? Check out the links below at J3U.
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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/

Friday Aug 02, 2024
Science is Ruining Bodybuilding - J3U Podcast // Eps.135
Friday Aug 02, 2024
Friday Aug 02, 2024
In this episode, John and Luke combat the notion that research, studies, and numbers are what create results and help to find a balance between research and anecdote to push the needle forward and deliver the best results possible.
Thanks for watching! 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/
Time Stamps:
Intro 00:00
What's Wrong With Science? 02:40
Closing the Gap 08:06
Assessment 15:54
Changing the Variables 22:05

Thursday Jul 25, 2024
Vancouver Pro Win - J3U Podcast // Eps.134
Thursday Jul 25, 2024
Thursday Jul 25, 2024
John won his pro show and is headed to the Olympia! Listen in as we recap and talk through the next steps in preparation for the ⭕️
On a side note, we apologize for Luke's audio - we had an issue with the file so what you're hearing is the built-in camera audio.
Thanks for watching!
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/

Tuesday Jul 16, 2024
Best Bodybuilding Training Split - J3U Podcast // Eps.133
Tuesday Jul 16, 2024
Tuesday Jul 16, 2024
In this episode, Luke and John breakdown the very best training split to be an elite bodybuilder.
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
Needs Analysis 01:27
Lack of Assessment 05:04
Pose by Pose Breakdown 07:36
Quality of Stimulus 13:04
Progression Tracking 19:21

Wednesday Jul 10, 2024
Peak Week Myth Busters - J3U Podcast // Eps.132
Wednesday Jul 10, 2024
Wednesday Jul 10, 2024
In this episode, Luke and John breakdown various myths across the industry regarding peak week and give insight on what you should do instead.
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
First Myth 01:28
Second Myth 08:10
Third Myth 14:47
Fourth Myth 20:24

Monday Jul 01, 2024
Peak Week Water Cuts - J3U Podcast // Eps.131
Monday Jul 01, 2024
Monday Jul 01, 2024
In this episode, Luke and John talk through water manipulation during peak week.
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
Coaching Assessment 07:45
Rate of Fluid Intake 12:57
Managing the Look 17:44
Managing Hard Situations 22:25
Final Athlete Case 30:44

Thursday Jun 20, 2024
Multi-Show Nutrition Set Up - J3U Podcast // Eps.130
Thursday Jun 20, 2024
Thursday Jun 20, 2024
In this episode, Luke and John discuss how to manage your nutrition for multiple shows.
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:
Fat Loss 04:45
Getting Back to Baseline 09:44
Over-Dieting 20:20
Closing Discussion 26:00

Wednesday Jun 12, 2024
Peaking Before Peak Week - J3U Podcast // Eps.129
Wednesday Jun 12, 2024
Wednesday Jun 12, 2024
In this episode, Luke and John discuss what you can do if you get ready early ahead of your show
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
Body Fat 00:38
Fatigue 05:49
PED's 17:07
Closing Discussion 23:40

Tuesday Jun 04, 2024
Adjusting Training For Peak Week - J3U Podcast // Eps.128
Tuesday Jun 04, 2024
Tuesday Jun 04, 2024
In this episode, Luke and John talk about how you should adjust your training heading into peak week as we enter peak week for John's showing in the Toronto Pro this upcoming weekend!
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
The Assessment 02:45
Safety Components 08:59
How Hard is the Prep 11:30
Dropping Fatigue 17:39
Variable Client Cases 26:51

Tuesday May 28, 2024
Coaching from a Distance: Nailing Show Day Peaks - J3U Podcast // Eps.127
Tuesday May 28, 2024
Tuesday May 28, 2024
In this episode, Luke and John dive into how to effectively coach from afar as a whole and especially during the peaking process.
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
Client Management 04:43
Troubleshooting Changes 10:55
Show Day 17:12
International Preps 21:49
Closing Discussion 28:42