The Working Man's Weightlifting Show
Nick Wiley and Stephen Wiley
Brothers Nick and Stephen Wiley invite you to The Working Man's Weightlifting Show, a relatable podcast for ordinary people who are committed to realistically incorporating health and fitness into their already busy lives. In an industry crowded by flashy aesthetics, photo-shopped abs, full-time camera crews, and misleading marketing, Nick and Stephen leverage their combined 30+ years of weightlifting experience to help clear the air on everyday fitness issues. Common discussion topics include no-nonsense nutrition, exercise tips for the manual labor workforce, best practices for office workers, building home gyms, recovering from injuries, workout programming, and much more.
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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best The Working Man's Weightlifting Show episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to The Working Man's Weightlifting Show for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite The Working Man's Weightlifting Show episode by adding your comments to the episode page.
How To Train After A Break
The Working Man's Weightlifting Show
10/04/21 • 52 min
In episode 50, we provide tips on how to return to the gym after a long or short break.
- Definition of a “break”
- Full reset of training numbers
- Focus on minimalist training
- Focus on form over weight
- Fuel your body properly
Links:
Instagram: @workingmansweightlifting
Discord: discord.workingmansweightlifting.com
Website: www.workingmansweightlifting.com
Merch: shop.workingmansweightlifting.com
Support the show: support.workingmansweightlifting.com
Recommended gear and supplements: links.workingmansweightlifting.com
We interrupt this program...
The Working Man's Weightlifting Show
04/04/22 • 1 min
A quick update before co-host Nick becomes a father to let you know where we’ve been and when we’ll be back.
Links:
Instagram: @workingmansweightlifting
Discord: discord.workingmansweightlifting.com
Website: www.workingmansweightlifting.com
Merch: shop.workingmansweightlifting.com
Support the show: support.workingmansweightlifting.com
Recommended gear and supplements: links.workingmansweightlifting.com
Season 3 Trailer
The Working Man's Weightlifting Show
01/16/22 • 4 min
Episode title: “Season 3 Trailer”
New season, new trailer. We answer the following questions:
- Who are we?
- Who is this show for?
- What are we changing for Season 3? Hint: the show might finally be getting funnier.
Links:
Instagram: @workingmansweightlifting
Discord: discord.workingmansweightlifting.com
Website: www.workingmansweightlifting.com
Merch: shop.workingmansweightlifting.com
Recommended gear and supplements: links.workingmansweightlifting.com
Season 2 Finale
The Working Man's Weightlifting Show
11/22/21 • 11 min
Episode title: “Season 2 Finale”
In episode 57, we wrap up Season 2 for the holidays.
- We’re looking for feedback on the show as we prepare for the next season and would love to hear from you. Visit our Discord or Instagram and send us a message - links below.
Links:
Instagram: @workingmansweightlifting
Discord: discord.workingmansweightlifting.com
Website: www.workingmansweightlifting.com
Merch: shop.workingmansweightlifting.com
Support the show: support.workingmansweightlifting.com
Recommended gear and supplements: links.workingmansweightlifting.com
Weightlifting Accessories: How And When
The Working Man's Weightlifting Show
09/27/21 • 48 min
In episode 49, we discuss our favorite weightlifting accessories and provide tips on how to implement them.
- Weightlifting belt
- Knee Sleeves
- Chalk
- Specialized shoes (squat, crossfit, deadlift, etc.)
- Compression gear
Links:
Instagram: @workingmansweightlifting
Discord: discord.workingmansweightlifting.com
Website: www.workingmansweightlifting.com
Merch: shop.workingmansweightlifting.com
Support the show: support.workingmansweightlifting.com
Recommended gear and supplements: links.workingmansweightlifting.com
How To Lose Weight Without Counting Calories
The Working Man's Weightlifting Show
04/19/21 • 55 min
In episode 34, we share five categories of food to watch out for when losing weight, especially if you don’t feel like counting calories.
- Processed foods
- Sneaky fats
- Added sweets
- Excess condiments
- Liquid calories
- Bonus: portion control
Links:
Instagram: @workingmansweightlifting
Discord: discord.workingmansweightlifting.com
Website: www.workingmansweightlifting.com
Top 5 Mistakes In The Gym
The Working Man's Weightlifting Show
04/12/21 • 51 min
In episode 33, we share the top five mistakes we’ve made in and out of the gym.
- Not following a program
- Training with improper rep ranges
- Not pushing hard enough
- Not eating enough
- Not sleeping enough (or sleeping too much)
- Bonus mistake: not showing up to the gym
Links:
Instagram: @workingmansweightlifting
Discord: discord.workingmansweightlifting.com
Website: www.workingmansweightlifting.com
How To Salvage A Bad Week
The Working Man's Weightlifting Show
04/05/21 • 45 min
In episode 32, we provide tips on how to salvage a week full of missed workouts.
- What to do when it’s Friday and you haven’t worked out?
- Making the most of one day in the gym
- A case for full-body training programs
- Examination of different training splits and how to make the best out of each situation
- Why some training is better than no training
Links:
Instagram: @workingmansweightlifting
Discord: discord.workingmansweightlifting.com
Website: www.workingmansweightlifting.com
Will Ab Training Give You A Six Pack?
The Working Man's Weightlifting Show
03/30/21 • 41 min
Episode title: “Will Ab Training Give You A Six Pack?”
In episode 31, we give you our take on ab training.
- Training abs every day
- Using compound movements to train abs
- Ab training through back injuries
- Suggested ab exercises
- Will endless crunches give you a six pack?
Links:
Instagram: @workingmansweightlifting
Discord: discord.workingmansweightlifting.com
Website: www.workingmansweightlifting.com
How To Stay Motivated
The Working Man's Weightlifting Show
10/18/21 • 55 min
In episode 52, we discuss tactics for keeping yourself motivated when the “motivation” runs out.
- The importance of goal setting
- Find a program that fits with your goals
- Accountability tactics
- Revisit your goals frequently
- BONUS: Setting effective goals using S.M.A.R.T.
Links:
Instagram: @workingmansweightlifting
Discord: discord.workingmansweightlifting.com
Website: www.workingmansweightlifting.com
Merch: shop.workingmansweightlifting.com
Support the show: support.workingmansweightlifting.com
Recommended gear and supplements: links.workingmansweightlifting.com
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FAQ
How many episodes does The Working Man's Weightlifting Show have?
The Working Man's Weightlifting Show currently has 83 episodes available.
What topics does The Working Man's Weightlifting Show cover?
The podcast is about Health & Fitness, Nutrition, Weightlifting, Fitness, Podcasts and Workout.
What is the most popular episode on The Working Man's Weightlifting Show?
The episode title 'StrongLifts for the Working Man' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on The Working Man's Weightlifting Show?
The average episode length on The Working Man's Weightlifting Show is 44 minutes.
How often are episodes of The Working Man's Weightlifting Show released?
Episodes of The Working Man's Weightlifting Show are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of The Working Man's Weightlifting Show?
The first episode of The Working Man's Weightlifting Show was released on Sep 12, 2020.
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