Bacon Bibles Barbells Podcast
Health, Fitness & Longevity
About
This podcast is all about fitness, dieting, encouraging each other, discussing theology, and of course....BACON. You can connect to us via our Facebook group and e-mail any questions and suggestions to our e-mail - baconbiblesbarbells@gmail.com. Our website is baconbiblesbarbells.com.
Episodes
- EP 252 - Your Metabolism Isn't Broken - Myth Busted
In this episode, Coaches Justin and Amanda debunk myths about metabolism, explaining that most perceived issues are fixable through lifestyle, diet, and training. They clarify the biological meaning of metabolism and discuss how body adapt…
- EP 251 - CHRISTIAN, STOP FEELING GUILTY! - It Is NOT More Holy To Ignore Your Health and Fitness
This episode of Bacon, Bibles, and Barbells features coaches discussing the link between physical health and spiritual well-being. They challenge the idea that religious activities are the only holy pursuits, emphasizing that caring for on…
- EP 250 - The Myth of "Balance": Why Imbalance for Seasons Leads to Greater Success
Bacon Bibles Barbells Podcast discusses the myth of "balance," suggesting that significant achievements often stem from temporary periods of imbalance. Coaches Justin and Amanda explore how prioritizing different life seasons can lead to g…
- EP 249: Why Training with weights IS KING of Function and Longevity Training - Stop Fearing the Weight Room
This episode of Bacon Bibles Barbells Podcast debunks the myth that weight training hinders flexibility and balance. Coaches Justin, Amanda, and Emily discuss how strength training, particularly with weights, is crucial for functional fitn…
- EP 248: Reverse Type 2 Diabetes - Train Your Body To Use Carbohydrates Well
In this episode, Coaches Justin and Emily of Bacon Bibles Barbells Podcast discuss reversing Type 2 Diabetes and insulin resistance. They cover the science behind insulin resistance and offer practical strategies for improving insulin sens…
- EP 247 - Always Hungry? Master Food Drive: 5 Strategies for Better Eating Habits
Are you someone who feels stressed or sad and their first thought is ice cream? Do you find yourself thinking about food or worried about food when you're not even hungry? In this episode, Coach Justin, Coach Emily, and Coach Amanda explor…
- EP 246 - Inside the Arnold Classic - Strongman and Bodybuilding Recap and Breakdown
The Arnold Classic was last weekend, which is one of the most prestigious stages in strength sports each year. How did it go? Join Coach Justin, Coach Amanda, and Coach Emily as they recap the 2026 Arnold Sports Expo, covering bodybuilding…
- EP 245 - USDA Food Pyramid - Did the Government Finally Get It Right!?
What do we think of the new USDA Food Pyramid Guideline??? We lay out all our thoughts... We have gotten lots of questions about this, so in this episode, Coach Justin, Coach Emily, and Coach Amanda analyze the new food pyramid, discussing…
- EP 244 - So You Want to Direct a Strongman Comp?
Dave and Christa go over what it was like creating and running a strongman show.
- EP 243 - Brain Fog? Low Energy? Constant Bloating? Listen up!
Brain Fog, Bloating, and Low Energy? In this episode, Coach Justin, Amanda, and Emily discuss common issues like brain fog, bloat, and low energy. They explore various factors contributing to these problems, including hydration, diet, alco…
- EP 242 - Overcoming the "I DON'T HAVE TIME" Excuse of Busy Parents
YOU...Yes YOU...HAVE TIME TO STEWARD YOUR HEALTH In this episode of the Bacon Bibles and Barbells podcast, Coaches Justin, Emily, and Amanda discuss the common excuses busy parents make for not working out and how to overcome them. Do you…
- EP 241 - Why Your Back Hurts — And How Strength Training Fixes It
Everyone over 30 has back pain...right??? Not if you have a strong back! In this episode, Coach Justin and Coach Amanda delve into the complexities of back pain, discussing its causes, the role of injury and inflammation, and the importanc…
- EP 240 - 200 POUNDS DOWN - Losing A Whole Man and Finding A New One - Interview with Ian Crump of 1689 Cigars
Ian Has Already LOST an Entire Man and is still pushing for more! Hear about his Journey. Interview with Ian Crump of 1689 Cigars! What does repentance from gluttony and food addiction look like? Ian is gracious enough to share his story.…
- EP 239 - Peri-menopause Equals Hormone Instability—Here's How to Train and Eat Through It
Peri-menopause...What's going on with my body??? In this episode, Coaches Justin, Emily, and Amanda discuss the complexities of peri-menopause, including its symptoms, hormonal changes, and management strategies. They emphasize the importa…
- EP 238 - RAISING HEALTHY ADULTS - How To Talk To YOUR KIDS About Exercise and Nutrition
How Do We Talk To Our Kids About Health??? An age by age breakdown... In this episode of the Bacon Bibles and Barbells podcast, Coach Justin, Coach Emily, and Coach Amanda how to talk to your kids about health and nutrition. They emphasize…
- EP 237 - MUSCLE MATTERS
In this episode, Coach Justin and Coach Emily discuss the significance of muscle mass and its impact on health, aesthetics, and discipline. They address misconceptions about bodybuilding, the importance of aesthetics in God's creation, and…
- EP 236 - STOP FALLING FOR THIS: 10 of The Biggest Health and Fitness Gimmicks
In this episode of the Bacon Bibles and Barbells podcast, Coaches Justin, Amanda, and Emily discuss various fitness gimmicks and myths prevalent in the industry. They explore detox teas, waist trainers, vibration plates, and the concept of…
- EP 235 - "WHO GAVE THESE PEOPLE A BARBELL?"-Get To Know The Coaches of High Calling Fitness
In this special holiday episode of the Bacon Bibles and Barbells podcast, the High Calling Fitness coaches are interviewed by Coach Emily about their personal backgrounds, health journeys, and the transitions into coaching. They discuss pe…
- EP 234 - STOP FASTING-Is Regular Fasting Ruining Your Health?
In this episode of the Bacon Bibles and Barbells podcast, Coaches Justin, Emily, and Amanda delve into the topic of fasting, discussing its myths, realities, and implications for health and fitness. They explore the reasons people fast, th…
- EP 233 - STRESS, DIET, SLEEP & SICKNESS: How to Stay Healthy and Get Better Quickly This Season
In this episode, Coach Justin, Coach Bill, and Coach Amanda discuss seasonal illness, exploring its complexities beyond mere exposure to germs. They delve into various factors contributing to illness, including lifestyle, diet, and environ…
- EP 232 - Trans Athletes and Strongman: A Controversial Discussion
In this episode of the Bacon Bibles and Barbells podcast, Coaches Justin and Amanda discuss the recent controversy surrounding trans athlete Jamie Booker in the strongman competition. They explore the implications of biological differences…
- EP 231 - A SHORT THEOLOGY of FEASTING---Eating with Purpose and Holiday Nutrition Tips
LET'S EAT! In this episode of the Bacon Bibles and Barbells podcast, Coaches Justin and Amanda delve into the concept of BIBLICAL feasting. Is indulging ever OK? If so, when, why, how? What does the Bible have to say? They explore its char…
- EP 230 - Special Interview with THE VANILLA GORILLA-STRONGMAN IAN BRACKEN
In this episode of the Bacon Bibles and Barbells podcast, Coach Justin and Coach Amanda sit down with Ian Bracken, a seasoned Strongman competitor and gym owner local to Coach Amanda who is about to compete in his biggest competition yet,…
- EP 229 - The Nuts and Bolts of Nutrition-WHAT DOES IT LOOK LIKE???
What does it actually look like to have your nutrition dialed in? How do you know if you're doing well? What myths and fad diets do we need to leave at the door and forget about? In this episode of the Bacon, Bibles, and Barbells podcast,…
- EP 228 - The SINFULLNESS of BODYBUILDING-Is It SIN to Train To LOOK ATTRACTIVE???
Have you ever felt guilty for wanting to look good or lose weight? Can christians train with one of their goals being to look attractive in the end? Can we acknowledge there is objective beauty in a healthy look? In this episode, Coach Jus…
- EP 227 - Why You're STUCK: Top Reasons Your Health & Gym Goals Aren't Working- PART 2
Feeling like your progress is stalled and you can't figure out why? Or do you just find yourself failing in the same area over and over? Tune in here: Hear about the most common reasons why individuals struggle to make progress in their fi…
- EP 226 - Why You're STUCK: Top Reasons Your Health & Gym Goals Aren't Working- PART 1
Feeling like your progress is stalled and you can't figure out why? Or do you just find yourself failing in the same area over and over? Tune in here: In this episode of the Bacon Bibles and Barbells podcast, Coach Justin and Coach Amanda…
- EP 225 - What is a REASONABLE CHRISTIAN RESPONSE to CHARLIE KIRK??? -- Grief, Grace, and Gospel Witness
Did Christians Get it Right? Or did we Drop the Ball? In this episode of the Bacon Bibles and Barbells podcast, Coaches Justin, Bill, and Emily discuss the murder of Charlie Kirk and the varied responses from the Christian community. They…
- ep 224 - The TRUTH About HIGH FAT DIETS: Why They WRECK Female Health
Are steak and butter really answer to all of your problems??? We would argue a big fat NO! In this episode of the Bacon Bibles and Barbells podcast, Coach Justin and Coach Amanda discuss the implications of high-fat diets on women's health…
- EP 223 - HORMONE HARMONY:-Exposing Women's Health Misconceptions
How many women have you heard say "it's my hormones!" Is it really? Or is there more to the story? In this episode, the coaches discuss the complexities of women's hormones, emphasizing the importance of understanding hormonal health beyon…
- EP 222 - The Truth About Quitting Anti-Depressants: Full Interview with Amateur Strongman Anthony Kroeker
In this episode, Coach Justin, Coach Amanda, and her husband Anthony discuss Anthony's journey with antidepressants and the process of coming off those medications. They also cover getting your hormones checked and the link between depress…
- EP 221 - Evan Singleton CROWNED Strongest Man on Earth-2025! Results and Highlights from Loveland
In this episode of the Bacon, Bibles, and Barbells podcast, Coach Justin, Coach Amanda, and Dave discuss the Strongest Man on Earth competition, sharing insights on training experiences, event highlights, and the evolution of strongman com…
- EP 220 - Mastering Advanced Periodization-How To Train When You're Not A Beginner Anymore
In this episode, Coach Justin and Coach Bill delve into advanced training periodization, focusing on the differences between bodybuilding and strength training. They discuss personal training experiences, the importance of recovery, and th…
- EP 219 - Ectomorph, Mesomorph, Endomorph MYTH BUSTED! (Why Body Types Are Total BS)
In this episode, the High Calling Fitness Coaches discuss the myths surrounding body types, specifically the outdated somatotype theory which categorizes individuals into ectomorph, mesomorph, and endomorph. Is there any truth to any of it…
- EP 218 - Tricks to Training with Your Spouse
- EP 217 - CrossFit Kills Bacon Bibles Barbells Podcast with HighCallingFitness
In this episode of the Bacon, Bibles, and Barbells Podcast, some of the High Calling Fitness coaches Justin, Amanda, and Emily cover WHY WE DON'T DO CROSSFIT. People ask us this frequently. "I'm doing CrossFit, isn't that enough?" We talk…
- EP 216 - 10 Potentially HARMFUL Supplements-Bacon, Bibles, and Barbells Podcast with High Calling Fitness
In this episode of the Bacon, Bibles, and Barbells Podcast, some of the High Calling Fitness Coach Justin breaks down 10 supplements that people may think are HARMLESS, but can actually cause real damage to your overall health when used fo…
- EP 215 - TOP 10 BLOOD MARKERS FOR HEALTH-Bacon, Bibles, and Barbells Podcast with High Calling Fitness
In this episode of the Bacon, Bibles, and Barbells Podcast, some of the High Calling Fitness coaches Justin, Amanda, and Emily cover the top 10 blood markers that they look at for HEALTH with their clients. If we could only choose 10 blood…
- 215 - What is DIET PERIODIZATION???-Bacon, Bibles, and Barbells Podcast w/ High Calling Fitness
In this episode of the Bacon, Bibles, and Barbells Podcast, some of the High Calling Fitness coach Bill and Coach Amanda cover the concept of "Diet Periodization". What do we mean when we say "periodization" and why do we care? How should…
- EP 214 - Thinking about the Thyroid w/coaches William and Justin
In this episode of the Bacon, Bibles, and Barbells Podcast, some of the High Calling Fitness coach Bill and Coach Justin cover Thyroid Function, Health, Symptoms, Treatments, and even special considerations if you are a thyroid patient. To…
- EP 213 - TRT with Dr Jordan Grant
Coaching and programming from Justin, Amanda, and William can be found here - https://highcallingfitness.com/ Summary In this episode of the Bacon Bibles and Barbells podcast, Coach Justin, Coach Amanda, and Coach Bill engage in a comprehe…
- EP 212 - Building Routines for Special Needs Families
Highcallingfitness.com is where you can get programming and nutrition coaching - check them out! Summary In this episode, the hosts discuss the challenges and strategies for parenting children with special needs, focusing on the importance…
- EP 211 - Nutrition for the long haul
Coaches Justin, Amanda, and William offer programming, form coaching, diet coaching and more, here ! In this episode of the Bacon Bibles Barbells podcast, coaches Justin, Amanda, and Emily discuss the intricacies of dieting, calorie counti…
- EP 210 - Chiropractors and Physical Therapists
Coaches Justin, Amanda, and William offer programming, form coaching, diet coaching and more, here ! In this episode of the Bacon Bibles and Barbells podcast, Coaches Justin, Bill, and Amanda discuss the roles of chiropractors and physical…
- EP 209 - Strength in Service: Fitness for First Responders
Summary In this episode, Coach Justin, Coach Amanda, and guests Asher and Zach discuss the unique challenges faced by first responders, including the impact of shift work on sleep, diet, and mental health. They share personal journeys of o…
- EP 208 - The ABCs of Beta Blockers
Coaches Justin, William, and Amanda do coaching! Check them out here ! In this episode of the Bacon Bibles and Barbells podcast, Coaches Justin, Bill, and Amanda delve into the topic of beta blockers, discussing their mechanisms, uses, and…
- EP 207 - Ash Brews Talks About Her Fitness Journey
Coaches Justin and Amanda offer coaching and programming at this link . In this episode, Ashley shares her transformative journey of overcoming obesity, mental health challenges, and the importance of mindset shifts in achieving a healthie…
- EP 206 - How Periodization Works
Coaches Justin, Bill, and Amanda offer coaching services for fitness, diet, programming, and more. They can be found here . In this episode of the Bacon Bibles and Barbells podcast, Coaches Justin, Bill, and Amanda delve into the concept o…
- EP 205 - Cardio for Strength Athletes w/Coaches Justin and Amanda
Both coach Justin and Amanda provide coaching services and can be found at this link . In this episode of the Bacon Bibles and Barbells podcast, Coach Justin and Coach Amanda discuss the often misunderstood role of cardio in strength sport…
- EP 204 - The Nicotine and Caffeine Episode
Coaches Justin, and William chat all about nicotine, caffeine and what to expect. Check out their coaching and programming services at highcallingfitness.com.