Always Adaptive
Dive into trending health and fitness topics with Evidence Based Coach, Randall James. Having a background in many different exercise modalities, he looks at all exercise through the lens of health AND performance and so provides a unique perspective that's hard to find elsewhere.
Episodes
37 episodes
Can You REALLY Be Healthy at Any Size?
Is it really possible to be healthy at any size? In this episode I take a hard look at that question with no sugarcoating and no dodging. I break down what the science actually says about obesity, fitness, and metabolic health, and why movement...
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Testosterone Therapy: Muscle Boost or Health Gamble?
In this episode, I break down the science and controversy behind testosterone use, both the gains and the consequences. We’re not just talking gym talk here. One study I highlight shows that men who didn’t even train gained more muscle on testo...
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Fat Loss Has One Rule. The Keto Diet Doesn’t Break It
I’ve done keto. I’ve trained people on keto. And I’ve also seen it fail, over and over again. In this episode, I break down why keto can work… but why it’s not the magic fat loss solution it’s hyped up to be.Some people even tre...
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Grass-Fed Beef: Better for You or Just Better Marketing?
Is grass fed beef really healthier, or is it just another food label we’ve romanticized? In this episode of Always Adaptive, I break down the science behind the grass-fed vs grain-fed debate, from omega-3s and micronutrients to the marketing cl...
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Why Yoga and Pilates Fall Short for Long Term Fitness
In this episode, I break down why yoga and Pilates alone just don’t cut it, especially when it comes to bone health and muscle loss, which becomes a serious issue for women post-menopause. Don’t get me wrong, I’m all for movement quality, but i...
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What’s Better for Fat Loss: Cardio or Resistance Training?
In this video, I dive into one of the most debated topics in fitness: cardio vs. resistance training for fat loss and overall health.I break down how both training methods impact caloric deficit, muscle gain, and total daily energy expe...
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The Truth About Detoxes and Cleanses: Science vs Myth
In this episode of Always Adaptive, I tear into the wild world of detoxes and cleanses. From juice cleanses that promise to fix your life in 3 days to colon cleanses that sound like a bad dare, we dig into the actual science behind...
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Calories In vs Calories Out: The Debate Ends Here
In this video, I go head-to-head defending the calories in vs. calories out (CICO) model against Jay Feldman and the Energy Balance Podcast. While Jay claims the CICO model is a myth, I break down why energy balance still matters and why calori...
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Are Probiotics a TOTAL Waste of Money? The Evidence
In this video, I break down why I believe probiotics are overrated and in some cases, even risky. We've been sold the idea that popping a capsule is the key to better gut health, but the science isn’t as convincing as the supplement industry wa...
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Kettlebells vs. Barbells: Which is More Effective?
In this episode, I break down the ongoing debate between kettlebell and barbell training. Popular fitness influencer TNF has been under attack lately. There’s a war brew...
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Most Fitness Trainers Are NOT Equipped to Help You w/ Dr. Sean Pastuch
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Sean Pastuch to explore what it really takes to be an effective coach in today’s fitness landscape. Sean breaks down why most trainers aren’t equipped to truly help people, especially when pain and movement ...
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Can Nutrition Really Affect Your Mental Health?
00:00 Introduction01:07 The Gut-Brain Axis04:30 Serotonin and the Gut07:05 Blood Sugar Roller Coaster13:20 Nutritional Deficiencies17:20 Tips for Food to Improve MoodCan food really change how you feel?In this...
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Functional vs Traditional Training: What Actually Works?
In this video, I break down the ongoing debate between functional movement and traditional resistance training. The fitness industry loves to polarize everything, and this is one of the clearest examples. I talk about how that false certainty h...
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The Truth About Allergies: It’s Not Just Pollen
Every spring, millions of people start sneezing, sniffling, and feeling miserable, and most of them have no idea why it’s happening or what they can actually do about it.In this episode, I break down the real reasons behind seasonal all...
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Is Sucralose Actually Bad? You're the Test Subject
You’ve may have heard sucralose is harmful. But what does the science actually say?This week, I break down four major concerns around sucralose: glucose impairment, gut microbiome disruption, potential weight gain, and mutagenicity. &nb...
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Are Seed Oils ALL Bad? I Steel-Manned Both Sides
00:00 Introduction to Seed Oils Debate03:33 Arguments Against Seed Oils06:13 Arguments for Seed Oils11:30 Deep Dive into Mechanisms17:07 Hexane and Its Implications21:53 Essential Fatty Acids and Dietary Needs23:40 Under...
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The Truth About Pain and Injury with Dr. Dan Pope
In this episode of the Always Adaptive Podcast, I sit down with Dan Pope, a Doctor of Physical Therapy, Strength Coach, and host of Fitness Pain Free to dive into his journey in fitness, the importance of evidence-based training, and the c...
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Is Animal Protein Better Than Plant Protein? Science Says…
In episode 17 of the Always Adaptive Podcast, I dive into the animal protein vs. plant protein debate and break down what really matters for protein synthesis, muscle mass, and overall health. I analyze the latest meta-analysis by Brad Schoenfe...
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Jordan Peterson and Ben Bikman Say Carbs Are Bad... Here’s Why They’re Wrong
In this episode of the Always Adaptive Podcast, I break down Jordan Peterson’s interview with Dr. Ben Bikman, a well-known ketogenic diet advocate. Their conversation pushes the usual narrative—carbohydrates are bad, fats are good, and insulin ...
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Is Cardio Good or Bad? | The Evidence
For far too long has the body building community been debating whether or not cardio is a good or bad thing. It's an unfortunate reality when you ponder just how many people have lost their lives due to cardiovascular complications in this comm...
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Fitness After 40: Is It Harder to Make Progress When We're Older?
Want a FREE hybrid strength/endurance training program? I just need your email. Click here: http://eepurl.com/h1vzjr In this episode of the Always Adaptive Podcast, I dive into why strength training is essential for anyone...
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The Great Diet Debate: Keto vs. Carbs
In this episode of the Always Adaptive Podcast, I take a deep dive into the ongoing debate between ketogenic and carnivore diets versus more traditional carbohydrate-rich approaches. With so much conflicting information circulating in the healt...
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A PhD Breaks Down Creatine, Omega-3s & Collagen: Science vs. Hype Ft. Physionic
In this episode of the Always Adaptive Podcast, I sit down with Nicholas Verhoeven, a PhD in molecular medicine and the creator of @Physionic on YouTube, to ...
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Navigating Women's Health: Insights from a Health Coach Ft. Margot Shute
In this episode of the Always Adaptive Podcast, I sit down with health coach Margot Shute, who specializes in helping women over 50 navigate the challenges of menopause. Margot shares her journey into holistic health coaching, the impo...
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FDA Bans Red Dye 3, Omega 6 and Wikipedia MADNESS, and Improved Mental Health
In this episode, Randall James discusses the significant impact of exercise on the mental health. He emphasizes the importance of exercise as a treatment for depression and explores the health risks associated with food dyes and the role of ome...
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