JPS Health and Fitness
Health, Fitness & Longevity
About
Host & JPS Health & Fitness head trainer Jacob Schepis connects you with the best minds in the business including Eric Helms, Mike Israetel & Layne Norton to educate you on what you need to know when it comes to evidence-based training and nutrition.
Episodes
- Episode 120: Nutrition & Diet Adherence with Blake D’Souza
In this episode, Jacob and Coach Blake dive into one of the biggest challenges in coaching—adherence. They break down what adherence really means, why clients struggle to stick to plans, and how coaches can respond when things go off track…
- Episode 119: Performance Psychology with Nick Ferrier
In this episode of the podcast, Jacob interviews Nick from Cede Nullis Psychology on all things athlete and performance! Topics discussed include: Athlete identity What are the signs that someone may struggle with their identity as an athl…
- Episode 118: Carbs & Your Physique with Brandon Kempter
In this podcast, Martin and Josh discuss nutrition myths; where do myths originate, why do they spread like wildfire, and how can we combat them? This is a jam packed podcast with heaps of content that will have you thinking.
- Episode 117: Nutrition Myths
In this podcast, Martin and Josh discuss nutrition myths; where do myths originate, why do they spread like wildfire, and how can we combat them? This is a jam packed podcast with heaps of content that will have you thinking.
- Episode 116: Periodisation
In this roundtable, Martin speaks to Dr. Gregory Haff, author of numerous books on periodization including "Periodization : Theory and Methodology of Training" and "Scientific Foundations and Practical Applications of Periodization"
- Episode 115: Mental Health
This month Jacob is joined by Dr Mike 2nd, a full time NHS GP and educator with an interest in mental health, lifestyle and behaviour change. Making him the perfect candidate for this months Roundtable where we explore all things mental he…
- Episode 114: Breaking Through Plateaus
https://media.blubrry.com/jps_health_fitness/content.blubrry.com/jps_health_fitness/GMT20250224-213933_Recording.m4a In this episode of the JPS podcast, Jacob and Brian discuss the highly frustrating nature of training plateaus. Topics dis…
- EPISODE 113: All Things Mindset!
In this podcast, Martin and Jacob cover mindset around training and how to get the most out of your workouts by mastering your mental game. Topics discussed include: Our clients mindset struggles during training; Nocebo and placebo; Workou…
- EPISODE 112: All Things Strength!
Jacob is joined by long time gym pal and strength coach Alex Hayes to discuss all things strength. With a long history personally and professionally working with strength athletes through powerlifting, Alex has a deep understanding of stre…
- EPISODE 111: All Things Cardio!
This months roundtable Martin and Jacob and joined by the resident cardio king, Luke Twyford, to cover all things cardio. From healthier hearts and mortality to being a handy tool for fat loss!
- EPISODE 110: Genetics In Fitness
In this months Roundtable, Jacob and Martin are joined by Brandon Kempter to discuss genetics in fitness. Brandons experience coaching over the years affords a wealth of knowledge on the subject. Thanks to the internet many have become exp…
- EPISODE 109: All About Stress with Dr Mike Banna
This month's Education Portal Roundtable features Dr Mike Banna. Dr Mike is a general practitioner who has heavily invested in his own health and is working hard on bridging the gap between the fitness industry and medical world. This epis…
- EPISODE 108: Injury Prevention with Anthony Viglione
In this month's Roundtable, Jacob and Martin are joined by Anthony Viglione from the Movement Institute. Anthony has extensive experience working with injured athletes and works closely with the JPS team in managing their clients and colla…
- Episode 107: Sex Differences in Fitness with Lyle McDonald!
In this month's Roundtable, Jacob is fortunate to be joined by the one and only, Lyle McDonald, a renowned author and prolific figure in the fitness industry. They cover the sex differences between men and women and what this means in the…
- Episode 106: Comp Prep with Mel Moore!
This month Jacob and Mackenzie are joined by Sports Psych and ex-physique competitor, Dr Melissa Moore to discuss the do's and don'ts of contest prep. There are many benefits that pursuing bodybuilding and physique preparation can empart o…
- PODCAST 105: Body Composition
Welcome back to the Roundtable. This episode is hosted by Mack Baker and joined by Sam Schepis and Martin Refalo to discuss body composition. We clarify some key points relating to general fitness goals and how these relate to body composi…
- PODCAST 104: Navigating Slip Ups with Brian Minor
Welcome back to yet another Roundtable brought to you by the Edu Portal team. This time Jacob and Mackenzie are joined by none other than Brian Minor of 3DMJ, to discuss navigating slip ups. As we all know and have more than likely experie…
- PODCAST 103:Coaching Roundtable with Mike Israetel
In this first Roundtable of 2024, Jacob and Mackenzie are joined by the prolific Dr Mike Israetel of Rennaisance Periodization. The guys are together to discuss fitness in the New Year. We know that the new year is often a great time to re…
- Podcast 102: Social Eating with Anna Wish
This month, as we head into the festive period, the guys sit down with Anna Wish to chat about social eating over the festive season. While there is no one size fits all and everyone will have different priorities, the team provides some v…
- Podcast Ep 101: Coaching Roundtable with Luke Tulloch
This months Roundtable features Luke Tulloch, a well known coach and educator who has a wealth of experience in the trenches. Everyone faces challenges in pursuit for their health, training, diet and physique goals. Having a plan for optim…
- Podcast Ep 100: Coaching Roundtable with Josh Smith
In this month's Roundtable, the EduPortal team take to the topic of coaching. More specifically, the role of the coach and how they can drive and influence the outcomes of their clients, be it positive or negative. Jacob and Mackenzie are…
- Podcast Ep 099: Jacob and Mackenzie are joined by Laurin Conlin!
n this months Roundtable, Jacob and Mackenzie are joined by Laurin Conlin. Laurin is a highly regarded physique coach and competitor in her own rights, holding many accolades and titles. These three each bring a unique perspective to the c…
- Podcast Ep 098: Martin and Mackenzie are joined by Shannon Beer!
In this podcast Mackenzie and Martin are joined by Shannon Beer to discuss body image. This is a very hot and contentious topic in the modern fitness world and this conversation is not one to be missed.
- Podcast Ep 097: Luke and Mackenzie are joined by Dr.Gary Mendoza!
For this month's roundtable, Luke and Mackenzie are joined by behaviour change expert, Dr. Gary Mendoza. The team discusses why understanding the concept of behaviour change is vital knowledge for coaches and fitness enthusiasts when achie…
- Podcast Ep 096: Jacob and Mackenzie are joined by Angus Bradley!
In this months roundtable Jacob and Mackenzie are joined by Angus Bradley for a deep dive on the subject of programming and program design. As the common saying goes, "Fail to plan, and you plan to fail". This will provide plenty of insigh…
- Podcast Ep 095: Jacob and Mackenzie are joined by Revive Stronger founder Steve Hall!
In this episode of the Roundtable Jacob and Mack are joined by none other than Revive Stronger founder Steve Hall. This time the guys are discussing massing. From dreamer bulking, to rates of lean mass building they cover everything that y…
- Podcast Ep 094: Jacob and Mackenzie are joined by Martin Refalo!
In this podcast, Jacob and Mackenzie are joined with Martin Refalo. Martin is completing his PhD in the area of hypertrophy and is fast becoming an authority on the subject, which is further bolstered by his in the trenches practice with h…
- Podcast Ep 093: Aidand Muir, AKA Aidan the Dietician & Jono Steedman!
In this months Roundtable Jacob and Mackenzie are joined by two nutrition superstars - Aidan Muir, AKA Aidan the Dietician, and Jono Steedman of Bite Me Nutrition. The panel explore the topic of Fad Diets. With a range of experience and ex…
- Podcast Ep 092: Mackenzie Baker
In this months Gym Goss, Jacob and Jackson are joined by Mackenzie Baker (AKA Macro Steve) to discuss nutrition coaching, and how coaches can move beyond a simple prescriptive approach - setting calories and macros - and instead utilise ot…
- Podcast Ep 091: Brandon Kempter
In this months episode of Gym Goss, Jacob and Sam are joined by one of Australia's most accomplished natural bodybuilders and coaches, Brandon Kempter. In this episode of Gym Goss we delve into how Brandon approaches physique development a…
- Podcast Ep 090: Hattie Boydle
Todays conversation is centred around Athletic Success and what Hattie's personal background, history and her mindset and attitude towards her own training, performance and competitive aspirations has looked like throughout the course of h…
- Podcast Ep 089: Danny Lennon
In this episode we have special guest Danny Lennon joining us to discuss the current state of the evidence based community, and address whether its dying and becoming less relevant!
- Podcast Ep 088: Mike Israetel
In this episode, Jacob, Sam and Jackson are once again joined by Dr Mike from Renaissance Periodisation. This time Mike answers a series of questions from the guys spanning a variety of topics, to gain insight into his take on things.
- Podcast Ep 087: Jackson Peos
In this episode of the podcast, Jacob interviews Jackson Peos on Diet Recommendations during Lockdown! https://youtu.be/TOD5v44cufw
- Podcast Ep 086: Jake Lynardon
In this episode of the podcast, Jacob interviews Jake Lynardon on Eating Psychology during Lockdown. https://youtu.be/TKPnbqsJFrI
- Podcast Ep 085: Eric Helms
In this episode of the podcast, Jacob interviews Eric Helms on all things lock down training! https://youtu.be/YieGqepkib0
- Podcast Ep 084: The Natty Pro Roundtable
In this episode of the podcast, Jacob interviews natural bodybuilding professionals Brandon Kempter, Jeff Alberts, Sam Okunola & Brett Freeman on their 2019 season. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v-k6b4YXebE
- Podcast Ep 083: Martin MacDonald
In this episode of the podcast, Jacob interviews Martin MacDonald of Mac-Nutrition. Find Martin's petition here. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PU53X3A-TWE
- Podcast Ep 082: Interview With Brandon Roberts
In this episode, Jacob interviews Brandon Roberts on muscle biology, the mechanisms of hypertrophy and individual variation in response to training and diet. Brandon is currently researching muscle hypertrophy. He is specifically intereste…
- Podcast Ep 081: Interview With Greg Nuckols
In this episode of the podcast, Jacob interviews Greg Nuckols of Stronger By Science on the effective reps model. To learn more about the effective reps model, read Chris Beardsley's article HERE. Be sure to read Greg's article Effective R…
- Podcast Ep 080: Dave Maconi, Steve Hall & Jacob Schepis Pt 2
In this episode, Jacob is joined by Dave Maconi of Brains and Gains and Steve Hall of Revive Stronger. This is part 2 of the roundtable discussion on stress and taking breaks. To watch part 1, click the link here: https://www.youtube.com/w…
- Podcast Ep 079: Interview With Mike Israetel
In this episode, Jacob interviews Dr Mike Israetel regarding muscle soreness as a proxy for muscle growth. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eOxmHvnbMMM
- Podcast Ep 078: Interview With Lyle McDonald
In this episode, Jacob interviews Lyle McDonald and builds on their discussion in episode 77, discussing the concept of effective reps and how this changes as a trainee advances through their lifting career! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v…
- Podcast Ep 077: Interview With Lyle McDonald
In this video, I discuss what the primary driver of muscle growth is with Lyle McDonald. This conversation is based on Lyle's 3 part series on Mechanical Tension on bodyrecomposition.com https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wzzdb40dvMA
- Podcast Ep 076: Jackson Peos vs Menno Henselmans
In this episode of the podcast, Jacob moderates a debate between Jackson Peos & Menno Henselmans on Diet Breaks. 1:00 – Defining diet breaks3:00 – Jackson: Current body of research on diet breaks 10:00 – Menno: Interpretations of the curre…
- Podcast Ep 075: Interview With Danny Lennon
In this episode of the podcast, Jacob interviews Danny Lennon of Sigma Nutrition on circadian eating. Topics discussed include: Circadian BiologyCalorie DistributionMeal TimingBehavioural ConsistencyFeeding : Fasting Cycles https://www.you…
- Podcast Ep 074: Interview With Steve Hall
In this episode, Jacob interviews Steve Hall of Revive Stronger. Topics discussed, include: The primer phaseStarting a contest prepPeaking strategies for contest prepMistakes Steve has made in bodybuilding as an athlete and coach https://w…
- Podcast Ep 073: Interview With Brian Minor
In this episode, Jacob interviews Brian Minor on the nuances of progressive overload. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=agnCimxyLWk
- Podcast Ep 072: Interview With Jackson Peos
Jackson Peos is a researcher out of University of WA, a PhD Candidate in Exercise Physiology. Competitive bodybuilder and online physique coach. Directing the first randomised controlled trial investigating the effects of intermittent vs c…
- Podcast Ep 071: Steve Hall, Dave Maconi & Jacob Schepis
This is part 2 of the hypertrophy training roundtable with Steve Hall of Revive Stronger, Dave Maconi of Brains and Gains and Jacob Schepis. See Part 1 of the roundtable here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=37b63cUbAYM https://www.youtube…