Whey of Life
Gus Holland, host of the Whey of Life Podcast, is a certified personal trainer, competitive athlete, and fitness enthusiast. Each week he covers all that is success in and out of the gym. Tune in to hear motivational stories, insights, advice, and in-depth interviews with awesome guests. Follow the Whey of Life Podcast to get new episodes every Wednesday.
Episodes
78 episodes
#77 - Breaking Plateaus: Mastering Techniques and Overcoming Procrastination
What if there was a way to finally break through those frustrating lifting plateaus and stop procrastination from sabotaging your fitness journey? Promise yourself lasting progress and discover practical strategies with me, Gus Holland, in our ...
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Episode 77
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25:31
#76 - Unlocking Massive Forearm
Ever wondered why, despite your best efforts, your forearms just won't grow? Join me, Gus Holland, on Whey of Life as I unravel the secrets to unlocking true forearm potential. In this episode, I dive deep into the nuances of forearm developmen...
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Episode 76
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16:18
#75 - Cincinnatus' Code: Harnessing Historical Virtues for Modern Motivation and Well-Being
Ever wondered how a Roman statesman's virtues could elevate your Monday motivation? Join me, Gus Holland, as I share the fascinating story of Cincinnatus alongside a heartening push for the power of exercise to boost not only your physical heal...
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Episode 75
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8:20
#74 - Maximizing Muscle: Mastering Protein Intake and Diet for Optimal Gains
Unlock the full potential of your muscle-building journey with Gus Holland's expert insights on whey protein supplementation. If you've ever wondered how to fine-tune your protein intake to match your body's absorption rate and maximize your ga...
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Episode 74
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13:32
#73 - The New Titans of Strength: A Salute to Women's Strongman Contests
Ever wondered how the age-old spectacle of human strength has evolved into today's strongwoman competitions? That's what we're unpacking on today's show, with a special nod to the mighty athletes of The Riveter, an all-women's novice competitio...
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Episode 73
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14:26
#72 - Celebrating Wisdom: Embracing Joy and Independence with Kierkegaard and Thoreau
Embark on a journey with me, Gus Holland, where the simplicity of joyous living meets the intricacy of thought. This episode is a celebration, not just of my birthday but of the profound wisdom found within Soren Kierkegaard's musings and Henry...
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Episode 72
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4:34
#71 - Cutting Through the Creatine Hype: Demystifying Monohydrate for Fitness Success
Ever feel bombarded by the endless stream of creatine ads, each one promising miraculous results? I'm Gus Holland, and in my latest laid-back episode, I'm cutting through the noise to bring you the facts, stripping away the fluff to reveal what...
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Episode 71
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16:08
#70 - Chris Whited from Bodysnatcher
Facing personal trials with strength and a dash of humor, Chris Whited of Bodysnatcher joins me to discuss his music and much more!Chris doesn't hold back as we explore the haunting inspirations behind Bodysnatcher's name and dive into ...
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Episode 70
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46:03
#69 - Ancient Greek Wisdom Meets Modern Fitness: Elevating Your Gym Experience
Ever wondered how ancient Greek philosophy could possibly have a thing to say about your gym routine? Prepare to be enlightened as we journey through the principles of Plato, Epictetus, and Seneca, and uncover their unexpected relevance to mode...
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Episode 69
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7:33
#68 - Advanced Strength Training Guide
Prepare to elevate your strength training regime as I, Gus Holland, chart a course for seasoned athletes to push past their plateaus and enter the realm of advanced workouts. Discover proven strategies to increase your training volume, diversif...
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Episode 68
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29:56
#67 - Thomas Crawford from Manhack: Unveiling the Synergy of Music and Gaming
Thomas Crawford, the lead guitarist of Manhack, recounts the band's inception – from a virtual MySpace presence to the metal scene of Atlanta. This episode unwraps the story behind Manhack's name, drenched in video game lore, and the captivatin...
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Episode 67
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58:48
#66 - Strength Training 101: Unlocking Muscle Potential for Beginners
Ever wonder how to unlock the true potential of your muscles and kickstart your strength training journey? Well, buckle up, as I, Gus Holland, guide you through the essentials of muscle building in a way that’s perfect for beginners. You'll dis...
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Episode 66
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27:02
#65 - Adam Lynn and Bryson Sherick from Backbiter
Gus gets to sit down with two members of Backbiter to talk about their music, creation process, touring, and what's to come in the future! Backbiter Music:
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Episode 65
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33:14
#64 - Beginner and Advanced Hypertrophy Training - How to Gain Muscle
Gus covers the basics of programming to build muscle, as well as, some techniques to make your training a little more complex.Continue Your Education:Western Governor's University (WGU): https://infl.tv/nFBONew Web...
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Episode 64
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26:30
#63 - Basic Programming and Injury Prevention
Gus talks about creating a program that fits your needs and how to prevent injury in an effort towards training longevity. Western Governor's University (WGU): https://infl.tv/nFBOThe Riveter (Novice Women's Only Competitio...
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Episode 63
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31:53
#62 - Mind, Meals, and Macros
Gus talks about continued education, strongman/strongwoman competitions, premade meals, and his efforts to balance everything.Western Governor's University (WGU): https://infl.tv/nFBOThe Riveter (Novice Women's Only Competition)...
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Episode 62
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17:30
#61 - Kicking Off the New Year Strong
Time to tackle those goals and spread the word!Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wheyoflifepodcast/Gus' Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gussholland/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_ATMayh1D73j6...
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Episode 61
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13:26
#60 - Holiday Recap with Plans for the Future
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Episode 60
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14:50
#59 - Small Update
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Episode 59
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10:42
#58 - Jordan Matulevich
Jordan is a veteran and the founder of Be Humble Gym. Be Humble Gym, which is non-profit, is the first gym in the world solely for people with mental and physical disabilities. On top of that, Be Humble Gym is completely free to the athletes wh...
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Episode 58
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#57 - Santiago Capetillo
Santiago Capetillo is a Registered Dietitian, nutritionist, and owner of Renegade RD. He joins us today to discuss what exactly a dietitian is, what it takes to become a registered dietitian, and how he applies his knowledge to help those in ne...
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Episode 57
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48:57
#56 - Frank Donahue
Frank Donahue is a strongman event director and personal trainer based out of Jarrell, Texas. This year, he will be organizing and running the "Sasquatch Showdown 2" competition. Also, Frank will be co-directing "The Riveter", an all novice str...
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Episode 56
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35:10
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#55 - John Walch
John Walch, owner of Scary Strong LLC, is a performing strongman based out of Oregon. He performs his feats of strength with the mission to motivate others to live full and strong lives. He often provides entertainment to his community by bendi...
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Episode 55
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35:38
