
Metalcore & Muscle
Metalcore music meets fitness in this podcast, where our host Evan provides health and wellness information while discussing his passion for metalcore music. If you are a fan of fitness and listen to the metalcore genre, you've come to the right place.
Episodes
77 episodes
Tips For Getting Into Summer Shape | Bodybuilding Banger: Animals by August Burns Red
Season 5 Episode 12 is live and in this episode continues to follow our new structure (for the most part) including the following segments:Bodybuilding Banger: This segment features a spotlight/sharing of a song perfect for f...
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Season 5
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Episode 12
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35:30

I Am by Hands Like Houses vs. Psychomachia by I The Mighty | Have I Been Sleeping on Sleep Token?
Season 5 Episode 11 is here and this episode continues to follow our new structure including the following segments:Throwback Track Faceoff: We will be comparing and contrasting two throwback metalcore songs. This week we dov...
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Season 5
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Episode 11
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33:15

Human Vs. Chat GPT Exercise Programming: Beginner Training Program | Bodybuilding Banger: Insanely Illegal Cage Fight by Jackson Rose & Dal Av
Season 5 Episode 10 is live and in this episode continues to follow our new structure (for the most part) including the following segments:Bodybuilding Banger: This segment features a spotlight/sharing of a song perfect for f...
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Season 5
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Episode 10
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47:26

Bodybuilding Banger: Slaughterhouse by Motionless in White | Are these fitness mistakes ruining your progress?
Season 5 Episode 9 is live and in this episode continues to follow our new structure (for the most part) including the following segments:Bodybuilding Banger: This segment features a spotlight/sharing of a song perfect for fu...
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Season 5
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Episode 9
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49:03

Sleeper Album Spotlight: Voyager by Blueshift | Underrated or Overrated Fitness Topics
Season 5 Episode 8 is live and in this episode continues to follow our new structure (for the most part) including the following segments:Sleeper Album Spotlight: This segment features a spotlight/sharing of an album that may...
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Season 5
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Episode 8
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46:02

Sleeper Album Spotlight: Impermanance by No Eye Has Seen | Ranking the Most Popular Gyms
Season 5 Episode 7 is live and in this episode continues to follow our new structure (for the most part) including the following segments:Sleeper Album Spotlight: This segment features a spotlight/sharing of an album that may...
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Season 5
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Episode 7
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53:54

Greed Is Ruining the Fitness Industry | Most Talented Vocalists in Metalcore
Season 5 Episode 6 is live and in this episode continues to follow our new structure (for the most part) including the following segments:Most Talented Vocalists in Metalcore: We discuss the question, who is the most talented...
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Season 5
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Episode 6
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54:23

Addressing Popular Fitness "Hot Takes" | The Ultimate Metalcore Superbowl Halftime Show
Season 5 Episode 5 is live and in this episode continues to follow our new structure (for the most part) including the following segments:Metalcore Artist Superbowl Halftime Show: We discuss the question, in a dreamworld, wha...
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47:42

The Optimal Fitness Program for Busy Dads | Bottomfeeder by blessthefall vs. This Ship, A Coffin by Adestria
Season 5 Episode 4 is here and this episode continues to follow our new structure including the following segments:Throwback Track Faceoff: We will be comparing and contrasting two throwback metalcore songs. This week we dove...
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Season 5
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Episode 4
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57:49

Weight Loss Myths | Doublespeak by Veil of Maya vs. Blackroot Forest by The Wise Man's Fear
Season 5 Episode 3 is here and this episode continues to follow our new structure including the following segments:Throwback Track Faceoff: We will be comparing and contrasting two throwback metalcore songs. This week we dove...
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Season 5
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Episode 3
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50:39

Does Being Muscular Give You the Right to Give Fitness Advice? | False Profit by I The Breather vs. Children of Fire by Oh, Sleeper
Season 5 Episode 2 is here and this episode continues to follow our new structure including the following segments:Throwback Track Faceoff: We will be comparing and contrasting two throwback metalcore songs. This week we dove into F...
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Season 5
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Episode 2
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51:53

Breakaway by In Hearts Wake vs. Rot by Northlane: Throwback Track Faceoff | Reframe Your Thoughts to Achieve Your Goals in 2025
Happy New Year and welcome to season 5 of Metalcore & Muscle! This first episode follows a new episode structure featuring 4 different segments as follows:Throwback Track Faceoff: We will be comparing and contrasting two throwba...
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Season 5
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Episode 1
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50:52

Reasons to Train Legs on Monday | Teens on Steroids
What do you train on Mondays? Do you follow the crowd and train your chest on Monday? If you find yourself skipping leg days or find it difficult to push through your leg day, we discuss some different reasons why it may be beneficial to switch...
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Season 4
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Episode 19
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31:30

2024 Metalcore Genre Year in Review
In this episode, we highlight some of our favorite metalcore songs and albums from 2024, including an overall summary of our thoughts/review of the year in total. The episode rounds out with our selection for song of the week. Enjoy! <...
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Season 4
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Episode 18
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47:20

Tips for Growing Big Arms | Growing 18in Arms Naturally
Are you trying to build more muscular arms? Building bigger and muscular arms is common goal for many fitness enthusiasts. In this episode Evan highlights general basics of arm training, research best-practices, arm exercises to eliminate from ...
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Season 4
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Episode 17
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52:44

5 Metalcore Songs to Boost Strength in the Gym | Importance of Patience for Fitness Progress
In this episode, we discuss 5 metalcore songs with heavy breakdowns that are guaranteed to help you get the most out of your toughest sets in the gym. We describe the songs in depth, providing lyrical analysis and highlighting the best breakdow...
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Season 4
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Episode 16
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38:00

Simplify Your Exercise Routine | 3 Metalcore Songs from 2013 You’ve Never Heard
In this episode we dive into some of the common ways that gym goers overcomplicate exercises along with effective solutions to simplify your gym routine and maximize your results. We then outline three songs from 2013 that likely went under you...
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Season 4
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Episode 15
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47:38

Pros and Cons of Modern Metalcore | Unique Metalcore Bands
In this episode, we discuss some of what we believe are the pros and cons of modern metalcore, making a case for why we believe it is one of the best music genres. We then highlight some of the bands we believe exemplify modern metalcore. As us...
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Season 4
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Episode 14
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41:22

Dietary Supplement Scams | What to Look For When Buying Supplements
In this episode we review a research study summary from Examine.com that analyzed the accuracy of dietary supplement ingredient claims. We discuss things to look out for when buying dietary supplements, helpful resources to ensure you are buyin...
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Season 4
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Episode 13
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39:48

Top 10 Christian Metalcore Bands
In this episode, we breakdown our picks for the top 10 christian metalcore bands! Whether you are a Christian or not, we can all appreciate some great metalcore music! We breakdown some of our favorite songs by each band along with analyzing so...
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Season 4
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Episode 12
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1:03:07

4 Tips to Maximize Your Morning Workouts
Do you have trouble working out in the morning? Many people prefer to work out later in the day however, work schedules and daily responsibilities can often make mornings the only time available to workout. In this episode we highlight the pros...
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Season 4
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Episode 11
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34:59

How Does Exercise Impact Mental Health?
In this episode, we discuss the impacts that physical activity has on mental health. We discuss personal experiences and highlight a research article that explores the role physical activity has on mental health and well-being. We also highligh...
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Season 4
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Episode 10
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35:20

ALL HEART by Still Stayer | Masters of the EP
In this episode, we are discussing the latest EP from the band Still Stayer called ALL HEART. We discuss the band's background as well as a track-by-track breakdown/review. If you are a fan of bands like Invent Animate or ERRA you will love the...
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Season 4
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Episode 9
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35:55

Common Mistakes Beginners Make in the Gym and Tips to Help
In this episode, we discuss some of the common mistakes that beginners make when they first start training. We address each mistake and provide helpful tips to ensure that you begin your fitness journey on the right track. The episode then tran...
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Season 4
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Episode 8
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37:16

3 Best Biceps Exercises for Hypertrophy | Best Wage War Songs Off Each Album
In this episode, we discuss the 3 best exercises for biceps hypertrophy (in our opinion) as well as Wage War's Best songs off each of their albums. We provide an overview of biceps training, common exercises, form mistakes, training principles,...
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Season 4
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Episode 7
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45:54
