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Ground Zero Fitness

Kyle Chen & Sam Krapf

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Getting started in fitness, especially if you haven’t been in the gym or worked out before, is a daunting task. We developed this podcast to help listeners get strong, stay strong, and enjoy what life has to offer. We discuss the why and how of strength, nutrition, and health, so people can be better versions of themselves, for a lifetime. Check us out @coachkylechen and @samk_strength on Twitter.
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Sam has a vendetta against helping the elderly put their groceries in their car. Furthermore, he doesn't even help his grandpa with picking things up. Jokes aside, Kyle and Sam discuss why strength training is so beneficial in the long term and how our personal experiences reinforce why we should all be training for a lifetime.…
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In this episode of Ground Zero Fitness, Sam and Kyle expose the prevalence of misleading fitness programs and share crucial insights on navigating through the noise to find trustworthy fitness guidance. We uncover red flags to watch out for when evaluating programs that promise unrealistic results or employ questionable methods. Sam and Kyle offer …
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In this episode of Ground Zero Fitness, Sam and Kyle tackle the often overlooked topic of what to do when you find yourself in a training limbo—whether it's taking a break from a structured program or intentionally stepping back from intense strength training. We share practical strategies and insights on how to maintain your fitness momentum even …
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Join hosts Sam and Kyle in this episode of Ground Zero Fitness as they dive into the world of powerlifting. We discuss the importance of standards and benchmarks specifically for the squat, bench press, and deadlift (SBD) lifts. Sam and Kyle share insights, experiences, and practical advice on setting realistic goals, improving technique, and overc…
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In this episode of "Barbells and Business," join Sam and Kyle as we delve into the inspiring journey of Sam, an ambitious entrepreneur who turned his passion for fitness into a thriving gym business. With a year and a half of experience under his belt, Sam shares valuable lessons learned from the highs and lows of launching and managing his own gym…
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In this episode, get ready to unleash your lifting ambitions as Sam and Kyle spill the beans on their all-time favorite exercises. We take you on a journey through the most effective lifts tailored to your specific objectives, breaking them down into three crucial categories: compound, supplemental, and accessory exercises. Discover the lift select…
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Welcome to the Ground Zero Fitness podcast, where we explore everything related to strength training and fitness. In this episode, titled "How Much Exercise is Too Much?", Sam and Kyle delve into the topic of exercise volume and how much is necessary to build strength. They discuss the minimal requirement of the volume necessary for building streng…
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Sam and Kyle discuss the age-old question - does cardio kill your gains? If you are someone who loves lifting weights and building muscle, you might be wondering if cardio is really necessary or if it will hinder your progress. Today, we will explore the science behind this topic and give you the facts you need to make an informed decision.…
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A year and 2 months later ... we're back with episode 45! There's been quite a trend on Twitter discussing the benefits of Barbells vs. Machines. Sam and Kyle tackle the discussion and split it into 2 topics: Which comes first, and which one is less injury prone?
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We miss you guys. For the past few months, we were working on our own projects. Catch up and get to know what's been going on with us! Sam and Kyle also talk about how lifting won't solve all your problems, but it cant be used as a snowball effect of self-improvement. P.S., we go down quite the rabbit hole of self-improvement of not only lifting, b…
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If you're skinny fat, do you cut or bulk? You wanna build muscle AND drop fat at the same time? What should you do? Sam and Kyle give you potential solutions you can take ... Instead of ending up in this endless cycle of little to no progress ever made.
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Kyle and Sam were both able to successfully impact their families in one way or another, either through getting them to work out or make healthier changes in the kitchen. The both of us discuss the strategies we took, and how you can help your family, significant other, or friends make similar changes to what you may be doing.…
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Ingri Pauline is a strength training coach that teaches women to be tough, without being a victim to the phases of their body. We talk about: - Her background as one of the few women to serve & train in the US Navy Special Operations EOD (Explosive Ordinance Disposal) - Training prenatal and postpartum clients - How women should train around their …
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Sam and Kyle sit down with Seth Moldenhauer, a personal trainer that also happens to be a Nurse. He had a sports background of playing hockey, had hip surgery at the age of 17, and was still able to deadlift 500+ pounds. We talk about topics surrounding: - Broscience vs. Medical Practices - Filling the gap between the two industries - Importance of…
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Father of 9 Kids. Writer of 2 books. Podcaster. Business Consultant. Founder of Rugged Legacy Grooming Supply Company. 3X Bodyweight deadlifter. Jeff clearly has a lot on his plate. Learn his story and the importance of his training in this episode!Twitter: @Rugged_Legacy
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A conversation between three buddies. We discuss Thane's ED Workout Man beginning, his unconventional style of training, deadlifts, and the gains he has seen since committing to getting stronger. Sam, Kyle, and Thane have been interacting together on Twitter for over a year now, so be prepared for a multitude of inside jokes you likely won't unders…
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Jerry Teixeira is a 42-year old father that's lean, mean, and a jacked machine. He comes from a background of being in the military, becoming obese at 27, worked towards being the healthiest version of himself at 42 years old, and helps teach others how to get jacked at home. We talk about the science and art behind training and nutrition, problems…
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We might hurt feelings with this episode. If you've been working out for years and haven't seen as much progress as you'd like ... This might be for you. Majority of people who are working out have never done progressive overload properly. What do we mean by that? Listen in.
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Matias was in a really dark place. He had moved to Los Angeles from Argentina to pursue his filming career and had gone broke. He lost purpose, drive, and found himself depressed with a magnum in his drawer. Over the course of 7 years he had reprogrammed his mind & body to go from depressed & broken to lean & strong. We discuss topics around gettin…
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We see it more and more these days. Organic peanut butter cups. Organic freshly squeeze juice. Organic nutri-grain bars. The question lies ... Does slapping the term "organic" in front of a food make it healthy? Sam and Kyle discuss their takes and what YOU should watch out for ... Haven't checked out Avalon yet? Find it @ www.avalonsignup.com…
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A big problem with beginners working out is paralysis by analysis. This leads to a ton of information to guess & check to see what works, impatience, and problems finding consistency with working out. Sam & Kyle discuss topics like: - Consistency - Program Hopping - More does NOT always mean better - Not eating enough protein - Thinking of "new ide…
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A big issue with society is the amount of misinformation that spreads. You see it all the time in Men's/Women's Health magazines, your favourite athletes, or even from other trainers. Sam and Kyle talk about how much weight you can REALISTICALLY lose, how much muscle you can REALISTICALLY build, and better measures for the normal person than taking…
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The age-old question ... You're trying to get in shape, but you don't know WHAT to do. Should I be performing cardio first, or lifting? Sam and Kyle dissect this question and give you a better idea of what's more beneficial for YOU. Listen in and take notes, because this is the most important step for your fitness journey. Find us on Twitter @coach…
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Why should you deadlift? Sam and Kyle discuss the who, where, how, why, and when of Twitter's favorite exercise: THE DEADLIFT. Sam discusses how deadlifts changed his life as well as the 5-step deadlift process that anyone can use to deadlift correctly in minutes!
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Sam and Kyle discuss the daily plan of the "Biggest Loser" contestant who lost over 200lbs before gaining a big portion the weight back. A big problem in the fitness industry is crash dieting to rapidly lose weight and doing endless cardio. People will see success, but they didn't change any of their habits which leads them back to the place they c…
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On today’s episode of Ground Zero Fitness, we’ve got an extremely special guest. Touted as the #1 body transformation coach for professionals & executives, ex-corporate worker, and the dude with probably the biggest chest and lats you’ll ever see, welcome Oliver Anwar. Guest co-host Francis Melia (@CoachFHM) joins us on the show as Sam has been bus…
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In this episode of Ground Zero Fitness, Sam and Kyle discuss whether you should either go Cold Turkey or take things in moderation. The conversation ends up in an interesting place as it becomes a therapy session for Sam as he realizes his addiction to caffeine. Listen to this episode to understand how you should start making changes in your life, …
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Announcing our latest project: AVALON. We are building an incredibly special community unlike anything else that we want all of our listeners to be a part of! The ability to create an online accountability group truly has no borders and unlimited potential for our members. Tune in to get the run down of what the group offers. Sam And Kyle sit down …
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Listen up, you might just learn something about the best science in the world: Broscience. Sam posted a question on Twitter saying: "Drop Your Top Broscience Tip". This lead to lots of colorful replies. Some good. Some bad. Some ugly. Sam and Kyle discuss the replies and whether or not they are valid and helpful for a beginner in this casual episod…
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In this episode, Sam and Kyle discuss what is actually realistic when it comes to fat loss. Lots of online "gurus" advertise clients dropping "30lbs in 1 month" and we explain why this is highly unlikely and they are lying about clients progress. They also talk about how to set yourself up in a deficit, when to weigh and measure yourself, and the p…
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In this episode we sit down with Tell Fisher of Kings Barbell in Dayton, Ohio to discuss fitness, business, building habits, gym culture and surrounding yourself with the right people. You can find Tell on Twitter and Instagram: @tellquint Get involved in his online coaching: kingsbarbell.carrd.co
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You are not fragile. Your body is strong and resilient. In this episode Sam and Kyle discuss how to effectively manage injury, pain, and aches when training. Sam walks through his 4 step process to managing pain that allows you to keep training by focusing on what you CAN do.
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We sat down with the FitFathers: Rob W. James and Shane Fitzgerald to discuss their fitness journeys and how it lead to coaching. Both are busy fathers who have figured out how to balance fitness and family. We get to hear how they find time to train, what that training looks like, and how they have kickstarted healthy habits within their families.…
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Sam and Kyle discuss their take on what makes a good gym and why making the right decision is important for your fitness goals. Different types of gyms are discussed: Some are bashed on, while others are commended. This decision should come down to the environment you want commit to and how serious you are about your goals.…
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Sam and Kyle talk about what muscle soreness is, whether you should be training for if it’s a byproduct of intense training, how long you should feel sore for, and what to do in order to reduce muscle soreness. Tune into this episode of Ground Zero Fitness Podcast to learn how to rest, recover, and combat soreness!…
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Sam and Kyle talk about how to the most bang-for-your-buck equipment & HOW TO work out at home. We touch on two different scenarios: 1. The ones who don't have much space to work with 2. The ones looking to build a gym in their garages Listen in as we talk about how you can use: Resistance Bands Pull-up Bars Dip Bars Backpacks Adjustable Dumbbells …
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We want you to successfully achieve your New Years fitness and lifestyle goals. What is your why, and why is it something you haven’t started yet? Quantitative vs. Qualitative goals How todays Resolution could be a powerful daily habit 5-10 years from now How to break down your lofty new years goals How to get into an Accountability Group How to ne…
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GYM ETIQUETTE. If you’re new to the gym, there are a lot of things that beginners don’t know. What do I wear to the gym? What do I bring to the gym? How do I ask for equipment? How do I USE the equipment? How do I ask for a spot? Sam and Kyle answer all these questions in an information OVERLOADED episode. This is a great episode to listen to if yo…
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Sam and Kyle sit down with Coach Francis Melia, a personal trainer and competitive powerlifter from Liverpool, England. Have fun understanding his "Scouse" accent. We discuss his journey into getting big and strong from being a younger man with "man boobs". He discusses his own "flail zone" where he didn't know what he was doing, similar to other b…
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Sam and Kyle talk about how the holiday season is a tough time for people trying to maintain their weight. You celebrate multiple times and have feasts throughout the weeks that seemingly have no end. We discuss topics like: - The bulk mentality vs. strategically eating mentality - Eating more of the good stuff, less of the bad - Why building prope…
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Kyle and Sam chat with Marcus Rice, Conquer Training and Fitness. He has built himself a substantial Instagram following that has allowed him to successfully coach 100’s of busy professionals. He has a B.S in exercise science and tons of in-person and online personal training experience. He also is probably one of the most low-key Jacked individual…
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Sam and Kyle sit down with Ty Todt, former online-poker player who spent much of his twenties living the life many people dream of: making large amounts of money online, partying, traveling, expensive cars and houses. It wasn't until after a divorce in his mid-20's that he realized he wasn't full-filled. He talks about his transition from that real…
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Sam and Kyle discuss solutions building proper nutrition habits and how to navigate the processed food pandemic, price sensitivity, and family influence. Sam gives a rant on his systematic approach that listeners can use to stop eating like a child and start eating like an adult using 7 simple steps. Follow us on Twitter: @samk_strength @iamkylecee…
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Sam and Kyle talk about the importance of goal setting, how to break down goals, and how to readjust when needed. They also discuss how to build SYSTEMS to achieve your goals instead of just shooting for an arbitrary goal with no plan. Follow us on Twitter: @samk_strength @iamkylecee
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Sam and Kyle discuss the importance of a diet and training, and which one comes first. We talk about what you should start off with, and the easiest step to a healthier lifestyle. Getting started in fitness, especially if you haven’t been in the gym or worked out before, is a daunting task. We developed this podcast to help listeners get strong, st…
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