Best Barbell Logic Podcasts (2025)

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Ready to Compete? How to Train, Peak, and Dominate a Lifting Meet 39:39

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2d ago39:39

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Ready to compete? In this episode of our Strength With Purpose series, Barbell Logic coaches Niki Sims and Andrew Jackson break down how to train and prepare for a powerlifting meet—from setting your timeline and peaking properly to managing stress, rules, travel, and equipment. You’ll learn how meet prep differs from general strength training, how…

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A Quick Update: Build Your Business Podcast Will Return This Fall 2:52

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This is a quick update from Matt on the Build Your Business Podcast. It’s been a crazy but good year with lots happening—family moves, business growth, and plenty of irons in the fire. Because of that, we’re taking a short break until the fall. 👉 Here’s what you need to know: We’ll be back this fall with brand new episodes. Please stay subscribed s…

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From Pool to Peaks: How to Adapt Strength Training for Any Goal 32:08

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Your training should match your goals — but what happens when those goals go beyond PRs? In this episode of Beast Over Burden, we show you how to adapt strength training for any goal, whether that means balancing swim workouts with barbell lifts, building knee resilience for high-altitude hunting, or nailing the StrongFirst kettlebell snatch test. …

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Selling Without the Sleaze: The Founder’s Guide to Authentic Sales 58:17

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Selling without the sleaze isn’t just possible—it’s the fastest way to build trust, win clients, and grow your business. In this episode of the Build Your Business Podcast, Matt and Chris Reynolds break down a founder-tested approach to sales that replaces pushy tactics with authentic problem-solving. You’ll learn how to lead with trust, diagnose r…

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How to Train When Life Hits the Fan (Literally): Diarrhea, Stress & Other Disasters 21:40

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What do you do when real life punches your training plan in the gut—literally? In this final episode of the Training Oh No’s series, coaches Niki Sims and Andrew Jackson talk through some of the most awkward and frustrating interruptions lifters face: getting sick, diarrhea mid-session, travel, emotional stress, and total routine breakdowns. You’ll…

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Metrics Are Killing Your Motivation: How to Reclaim Your Drive 33:26

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❗ Metrics Are Killing Your Motivation—Here's Why We all want to believe more data leads to better results. But the opposite is often true: metrics can make us feel like we’re failing, especially when the numbers don’t reflect how hard we’re working. This episode explores how performance tracking—meant to support your progress—can undermine motivati…

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Why Core Values Matter for Founders: Define, Align, and Lead with Clarity 58:13

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Why core values matter for founders isn’t just a philosophical question—it’s a strategic necessity. In this episode of the Build Your Business Podcast, Matt and Chris Reynolds break down how your personal values shape your business, influence hiring, drive decision-making, and define company culture. You'll learn how to discover your real—not aspir…

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Deep Work for Founders: How to Maximize Productivity & Crush Distractions 57:11

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In this episode of the Build Your Business Podcast, Matt and Chris Reynolds unpack what may be the most important skill for any entrepreneur: deep work for founders. They reveal how to build rituals that trigger flow, how to design your day around peak focus hours, and why eliminating distractions is the first step toward real freedom in your busin…

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Training Hard But Not Seeing Results? Here’s What You’re Missing 36:36

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Training hard but not seeing results? You might be missing the real reasons your progress is stalled. In this episode of Beast Over Burden, Niki and Andrew break down how inconsistent sleep, stress, and misaligned habits are secretly holding lifters back—and how to get back on track. 📘 What You’ll Learn Why you might be training hard but not seeing…

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Leading Through Chaos: How to Handle Business Crisis Without Panic 59:37

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How do you lead your business when everything falls apart? In this episode of Build Your Business, Matt and Chris Reynolds share exactly how to handle business crisis—from late-night tech meltdowns and legal threats to complete operational shutdowns. They dive into real-world examples of how founders can stay calm, lead with confidence, and rally t…

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My Training Plan Got Destroyed: How to Adapt a Workout Plan 28:35

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Missed a training session—or a whole week? Life happens. In this episode of Training Oh No’s, Niki and Andrew break down how to adapt a workout plan when your schedule gets wrecked. Whether you're dealing with travel, illness, stress, or plain old chaos, they’ll help you reset your mindset, rework your week, and keep making progress without guilt. …

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Why Systems & SOPs Are the Secret to Business Growth 48:04

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If your business feels like it’s running you—rather than the other way around—this episode is your roadmap out of chaos. Matt and Chris Reynolds break down why systems and SOPs (standard operating procedures) are the foundation of any successful, scalable business. You’ll learn how to start with simple wins, avoid common delegation mistakes, and bu…

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No One Cares About My Training: How to Stay Motivated When No One’s Watching 31:33

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Feeling like no one cares about your training anymore? You’re not alone. In this episode of Training Oh No’s, Niki and Andrew explore how to stay consistent, motivated, and proud of your training—even when no one else is watching, asking, or cheering you on. Learn how to shift from external validation to intrinsic drive and rediscover meaning in yo…

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Profit First for Founders: How to Take Control of Your Finances 1:08:14

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Discover how to apply Profit First for Founders and finally gain control over your business finances. In this episode of the Build Your Business Podcast, Matt and Chris Reynolds walk you through the exact strategies they’ve used to move from cash burn to consistent profit—including financial dashboards, lean budgeting, and tactical cost-cutting. Wh…

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Too Tired to Train? What to Do When Sleep and Stress Derail Your Workout 30:34

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Sleep-deprived? Burned out? Dragging yourself to the gym with zero energy? In this episode of Training Oh No’s, coaches Niki Sims and Andrew Jackson break down what to do when you're too tired to train. You’ll learn how to recognize recovery red flags, adjust your training without guilt, and keep making progress—even when life, sleep, and stress ar…

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Using Content to Build Trust and Win Clients 41:22

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Struggling to get more clients? This episode of the Build Your Business Podcast shows you how using content to build trust and win clients is the most scalable, low-cost marketing strategy for entrepreneurs. Matt and Chris Reynolds break down why your founder story matters more than your brand, and how authenticity, vulnerability, and consistency d…

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Do You Really Need to Power Clean? Rethinking Explosive Lifts for Lifters Who Train for Life 32:50

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Do you really need to power clean to be strong and explosive? For most lifters training for longevity, hypertrophy, and health—not competition—the answer might surprise you. In this episode of Beast Over Burden, part of the Rethinking the Big Lifts series, coaches Niki Sims and Andrew Jackson break down the real purpose of the power clean, who it's…

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Churn: The Silent Killer of Your Business 41:15

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Are you ignoring churn in your business? You might be losing more than you realize. In this episode of the Build Your Business podcast, Matt and Chris Reynolds reveal how churn is the silent killer of growth—especially in service-based and fitness businesses. They share actionable strategies to improve client retention, reduce drop-off, and turn sa…

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Is the Overhead Press Worth It? Rebuilding the Most Skipped Lift 34:16

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Is the overhead press worth it for most lifters? In this episode of Beast Over Burden, Niki Sims and Andrew Jackson take a hard look at the most skipped lift in strength training: the overhead press. They break down why it’s often abandoned, what makes it frustrating, and how to rebuild your pressing with smarter technique, variations, and programm…

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How Customer Focus Drives Business Growth 54:22

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Customer focus isn’t just a buzzword—it’s the foundation of long-term business growth. In this episode of the Build Your Business podcast, Matt and Chris Reynolds share real-life stories—from a sudden family relocation to a dangerous carbon monoxide scare—that highlight why putting people first pays off in the business world. Learn how to build tru…

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Does the Deadlift Still Matter? How to Make It Work for Your Life 36:35

2M ago36:35

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Does the deadlift still matter in your training? If you’ve ever felt beat up by barbell pulls or unsure how to keep deadlifting as your goals and body evolve, this episode is for you. Niki Sims and Andrew Jackson unpack how the deadlift should serve you—not wear you down. From trap bars to kettlebells, from smart programming to pain management, thi…

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Why Online Coaching Beats In-Person Coaching: The Freedom, Efficiency, & Value Advantage 24:03

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Is online coaching actually better than in-person coaching? In this episode of the Barbell Logic Coaching Success Series, Matt Reynolds shares why online coaching offers unmatched freedom, better financial efficiency, and stronger client results than traditional in-person sessions. Drawing on decades of experience both in gyms and running TurnKey C…

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Is the Bench Press Overrated? Rethinking Its Role in Your Training 35:47

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Is the bench press overrated—or just misunderstood? In this episode of Beast Over Burden, Niki Sims and Andrew Jackson challenge the default status of the bench press in most lifters’ routines. Whether you’re trying to get stronger, avoid pain, or train for the long haul, this conversation will help you rethink the bench’s role in your program—and …

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The Trust Equation with Andrew Jackson: How to Build Stronger Business Relationships 57:17

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What makes people trust you in business—and what breaks that trust without you even realizing it? In this episode of Build Your Business, Matt and Chris Reynolds sit down with Andrew Jackson, COO of TurnKey Coach, to unpack The Trust Equation, a framework rooted in real leadership, lean systems, and years of experience. Whether you're leading a tea…

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What is a Squat? How it Evolves with You for Life 37:43

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What is a squat—really? In this first episode of our new Big Lifts series, strength coaches Niki Sims and Andrew Jackson ask the question many lifters overlook: what are you actually trying to get out of your squat? Whether you’re chasing PRs, trying to age with strength, or just want to move better, this conversation breaks down why your squat sho…

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How to Fire Someone: A Business Owner’s Guide to Tough Conversations 46:57

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Firing someone is one of the hardest parts of leadership—but avoiding it can cost your business even more. In this episode of Build Your Business, Matt and Chris Reynolds break down how to fire someone the right way: with clarity, compassion, and professionalism. Whether it's your first time or you're trying to improve your process, you'll learn ho…

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You’re Training Hard, But Are You Progressing?: Why Doing Everything Might Be Slowing You Down 30:28

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Are you training nearly every day—strength, cardio, HIIT—and still not seeing the results you want? In this episode of Beast Over Burden, strength coaches Niki Sims and Andrew Jackson tackle a common question: Are you progressing, or just working hard? They break down the sneaky signs of overtraining, the truth about cardio intensity, and how recov…

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Effective Delegation for Perfectionists: How to Let Go Without Lowering Standards 42:09

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📄 Are you stuck doing everything yourself because no one else can do it “right”? In this episode of Build Your Business, Matt and Chris Reynolds break down why perfectionists struggle with delegation—and how to fix it. Learn how to build trust, communicate expectations clearly, and use systems that protect your standards without burning you out. Di…

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The Perfect Program Won't Save You: Train Smarter, Not Harder 25:43

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Still searching for the perfect program to fix your fitness? In this episode of Beast Over Burden, strength coaches Niki Sims and Andrew Jackson expose why the “one right plan” mindset is keeping lifters stuck. They break down how perfectionism, rigid programming, and unrealistic expectations sabotage long-term progress—and share smarter, more sust…

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When Important Becomes Urgent: How to Prioritize What Actually Matters 28:32

4M ago28:32

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As a business owner, it's easy to push off the things that really matter—your family, your health, your strategic thinking—because they're not screaming for attention. But eventually, they will become urgent. In this episode, Matt Reynolds shares how he cleared his schedule, tackled long-neglected priorities, and rediscovered what it means to lead …

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Overcoming the 3 Big Training Pitfalls: Snacking, All-or-Nothing Thinking, & Weak Boundaries 28:26

4M ago28:26

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This episode tackles overcoming the 3 big training pitfalls that silently sabotage lifters: mindless snacking, all-or-nothing thinking, and poor boundaries. Niki Sims and Andrew Jackson break it down with practical tips, real-life stories, and strategies that actually work for strength, longevity, and real-life training. 💡 Key Takeaways (Bullets fo…

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Take Some Time Off: How Rest Makes You a Better Leader 19:12

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In this episode, Matt Reynolds shares why learning to take some time off might be the smartest thing you do as a business owner. He unpacks how intentional rest can increase creativity, sharpen your strategic thinking, and actually improve your output as a leader. Whether it’s a simple weekend away or a longer retreat, Matt offers practical steps f…

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From Frustrated to Free: A Realistic Guide to Long-Term Strength 30:53

4M ago30:53

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Struggling to stay consistent with strength training? Feel like you're always starting over? In this episode, Niki Sims and Andrew Jackson deliver a realistic guide to long-term strength—not hype, not hacks—just what actually works for lasting progress, muscle, and freedom. 💡 Key Takeaways Physical freedom = the ability to adapt and train for life—…

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Ready to Compete? How to Train, Peak, and Dominate a Lifting Meet 39:39

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A Quick Update: Build Your Business Podcast Will Return This Fall 2:52

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From Pool to Peaks: How to Adapt Strength Training for Any Goal 32:08

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Selling Without the Sleaze: The Founder’s Guide to Authentic Sales 58:17

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How to Train When Life Hits the Fan (Literally): Diarrhea, Stress & Other Disasters 21:40

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Metrics Are Killing Your Motivation: How to Reclaim Your Drive 33:26

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Why Core Values Matter for Founders: Define, Align, and Lead with Clarity 58:13

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Deep Work for Founders: How to Maximize Productivity & Crush Distractions 57:11

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Training Hard But Not Seeing Results? Here’s What You’re Missing 36:36

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Leading Through Chaos: How to Handle Business Crisis Without Panic 59:37

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My Training Plan Got Destroyed: How to Adapt a Workout Plan 28:35

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Why Systems & SOPs Are the Secret to Business Growth 48:04

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No One Cares About My Training: How to Stay Motivated When No One’s Watching 31:33

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Profit First for Founders: How to Take Control of Your Finances 1:08:14

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Too Tired to Train? What to Do When Sleep and Stress Derail Your Workout 30:34

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Using Content to Build Trust and Win Clients 41:22

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Do You Really Need to Power Clean? Rethinking Explosive Lifts for Lifters Who Train for Life 32:50

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Churn: The Silent Killer of Your Business 41:15

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Is the Overhead Press Worth It? Rebuilding the Most Skipped Lift 34:16

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How Customer Focus Drives Business Growth 54:22

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Does the Deadlift Still Matter? How to Make It Work for Your Life 36:35

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Why Online Coaching Beats In-Person Coaching: The Freedom, Efficiency, & Value Advantage 24:03

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Is the Bench Press Overrated? Rethinking Its Role in Your Training 35:47

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The Trust Equation with Andrew Jackson: How to Build Stronger Business Relationships 57:17

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What is a Squat? How it Evolves with You for Life 37:43

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How to Fire Someone: A Business Owner’s Guide to Tough Conversations 46:57

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You’re Training Hard, But Are You Progressing?: Why Doing Everything Might Be Slowing You Down 30:28

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Effective Delegation for Perfectionists: How to Let Go Without Lowering Standards 42:09

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The Perfect Program Won't Save You: Train Smarter, Not Harder 25:43

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When Important Becomes Urgent: How to Prioritize What Actually Matters 28:32

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Overcoming the 3 Big Training Pitfalls: Snacking, All-or-Nothing Thinking, & Weak Boundaries 28:26

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Take Some Time Off: How Rest Makes You a Better Leader 19:12

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From Frustrated to Free: A Realistic Guide to Long-Term Strength 30:53