The Discover Strength Podcast
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Episodes
180 episodes
It's Never Too Late: Lessons on Strength, Purpose, and Longevity Featuring Ben Jaffray
What does it take to stay active, engaged, and optimistic at 96 years old?On this episode of the Discover Strength Podcast, CEO and exercise physiologist Luke Carlson sits down with Ben Jaffray—a 10-year Discover Strength client, Air For...
Why Repetition Speed Matters More Than You Think
In this episode of the Discover Strength Podcast, Luke Carlson examines a recent systematic review and meta-analysis exploring one of the most overlooked variables in resistance training: repetition speed.Most people lift weights at what...
New Research: You are better off being fit than thin
Does body weight matter more than fitness when it comes to living a longer, healthier life?In this episode, Luke Carlson explores a brand-new meta-analysis published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine examining the relati...
A Church with no Religion
What makes a business more than just four walls?In this thought-provoking episode, Discover Strength CEO and exercise physiologist Luke Carlson explores the idea of a "church with no religion"—an analogy he has used for decades to descri...
The Active Person's Guide to Strength Training
How much strength training do you really need if you also enjoy running, cycling, pickleball, yoga, Pilates, hiking, or recreational sports?In this episode, Discover Strength CEO and exercise physiologist Luke Carlson explores the scienc...
20 Lessons from 20 Years of Discover Strength
This week on the Discover Strength Podcast, Luke Carlson reflects on 20 of the most important business lessons he has learned over two decades of building Discover Strength. To celebrate the company’s 20th anniversary, Luke steps away from exer...
Menopause, Metabolism, and Muscle: Separating Fact from Fiction
On this episode of the Discover Strength Podcast, Luke Carlson shares key takeaways from the 2026 Discover Strength Summit, featuring exercise scientist Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple. Together, they unpack the evidence-based realities surrounding m...
Methods Matter: What Our Latest Study Really Shows Featuring Dr. James Steele
What separates meaningful research from misleading results? In this episode, we sit down with Dr. James Steele to break down the most important—but often overlooked—aspect of exercise science: methodology.As part of our latest Projec...
Concurrent Training: Does Cardio Kill Your Strength Gains?
Should you combine strength training and cardio—or does one compromise the other?In this episode, we explore the concept of concurrent training and the long-debated “interference effect”—the idea that adding cardio to a strength program ...
Eccentrics: Why Lowering the Weight Might Be the Most Important Part of Your Workout
Eccentric exercise might be the most important and most overlooked component of resistance training.In this episode, Luke Carlson breaks down the science behind eccentric contractions—the lowering phase of a lift—and explains why this of...
Fitness Industry Insights from the Health & Fitness Association Conference
In this episode, we break down key insights from one of the largest gatherings in the fitness industry, where thousands of operators, leaders, and innovators came together to discuss the future of health and strength training.We explore ...
Resistance Training for High Quality Weight Loss in Men and Women
In this episode of the Discover Strength Podcast, CEO and exercise physiologist Luke Carlson breaks down new research on resistance training and fat loss. He reviews a recent study published in Frontiers in Endocrinology and conne...
Six Underrated Business Books (and a lesson from each)
In this episode of the Discover Strength Podcast, CEO and exercise physiologist Luke Carlson shares six underrated business books that have had a meaningful influence on him. Drawing on lessons from mentors, personal reading habits, an...
Kim Wood: An Ode to a Strength Training Legend
In this episode of the Discover Strength Podcast, Luke Carlson sits down with Rick Rignell to reflect on the life and legacy of Kim Wood, one of the most influential figures in the history of strength training.Kim Wood was the NFL’s firs...
Training for the Boston Marathon (and other big goals)
As Luke prepares for an upcoming marathon, he shares what this endurance-focused training is teaching him about strength, fatigue, and exercise adaptation. In this episode, we explore how marathon training impacts muscle, why endurance and stre...
The 5 Most Important Scientific Publications from 2025 and How They Guide Your Training
In this episode, Luke Carlson reflects on what he believes was an exceptional year for exercise science research. He breaks down 5 excellent research papers and important conclusions that can be drawn from them.If you care about evidence...
Is the Answer for Health Always "More"? with Special Guest Dr. Jeremy Loenneke
In this episode, Dr. Jeremy Loenneke sits down with Luke to discuss strength training, health, and evidence-based fitness for long-term results. They break down common exercise myths, explain why consistency matters more than intensity, and exp...
5 Ideas to Shape Your 2026 Goal Setting
Most people approach fitness goals the same way they approach a New Year’s resolution—focused on outcomes, timelines, and motivation. And most people abandon them just as quickly.In this episode, we take a different approach.Drawi...
What Happens to Body Composition After 60? The Science + Real Data
Can you build muscle and lose fat in your late 60s or 70s—even after years of consistent training?In this episode of the Discover Strength Podcast, CEO and exercise physiologist Luke Carlson walks listeners through the real-life body com...
The Shortest and Most Effective Cardio: A Conversation with Carol Bike CEO Ulrich Dempfle
In this episode of the Discover Strength Podcast, Luke Carlson sits down with Ulrich Dempfle, CEO and co-founder of Carol Bike, to discuss how Reduced Exertion High-Intensity Interval Training (REHIT) is transforming the world of cardio. Built ...
Top Takeaways from the 2025 Strength Forum
In this episode of the Discover Strength Podcast, CEO Luke Carlson is joined by a powerhouse panel including Discover Strength leaders and Dr. James Fisher for a roundtable discussion straight from the Strength Forum in Orlando, Florida....
The Relationship Between Exercise and Leadership Performance
Can your workout make you a better leader?In this episode of the Discover Strength Podcast, CEO and exercise physiologist Luke Carlson explores the science and psychology behind the powerful connection between physical training and leade...
Losing Fat, Gaining Muscle, GLP1s, and Aging Well: A Longtime Client’s Journey with Discover Strength
In this episode of the Discover Strength Podcast, CEO and exercise physiologist Luke Carlson is joined by longtime client Dr. Brian Davis to discuss his journey to increasing lean muscle, losing fat, getting stronger, and pursuing healthy aging...
Longevity vs. Healthy Aging: What the Science Really Says About Exercise and Lifespan
What’s the difference between living long and living well? In this episode of the Discover Strength Podcast, CEO and exercise physiologist Luke Carlson dives into the critical distinction between longevity and healthy aging—and how strength tra...
Exercise is Medicine: A Conversation with Dr. James Fisher
In this compelling discussion, Discover Strength CEO Luke Carlson is joined by world-renowned exercise researcher Dr. James Fisher to unpack the growing global recognition of resistance training as medicine.Fresh off the He...