Barbell Shrugged

Barbell Shrugged has been one of the biggest names in the strength podcast world since it launched, and with over 1,300 episodes and 2,500+ ratings, it has the track record to back it up. The current hosting crew includes Doug Larson, Travis Mash, Anders Varner, and Dr. Mike Lane, each bringing a different perspective on training, nutrition, and health. New episodes drop every Wednesday and typically run about an hour. Recent conversations have covered the training benefits of heavy carries for grip and core development, deadlifting strategies that work across different age groups, and a breakdown of the Forever Strong protocol with Dr. Gabrielle Lyon. The show started with a strong CrossFit focus but has broadened over the years to cover general strength training, health optimization, and nutrition science. Travis Mash brings serious weightlifting credibility, having coached at the international level, while Dr. Lane adds a medical perspective that keeps the health claims grounded. The tone is casual and conversational, which makes it easy to listen to but occasionally means topics get covered at a high level rather than in granular detail. Still, for a weekly show that keeps you current on strength training trends and research, it is hard to beat the consistency.