The Extra Rep Podcast
đŞđ˝ Optimizing Your Body + Healthđ Small Tweaks, Big Resultsđ§ Episodes dropping weekly on Spotify & YouTubeJoin hosts @actionfitnessnutrition and @coachliamcmurphy as they dive into training, nutrition, and lifestyle strategies. With years of coaching and health optimization experience, they share practical tips and proven methods to help you achieve peak performance, feel stronger, and become healthier and more confident.
Why You Naturally Resist Change
Why is change so uncomfortable...even when you know itâs exactly what you need?
This week Josh & Liam dive into the psychology behind resisting change, from fitness journeys and dieting to careers, relationships and big life decisions. They unpack why routines feel safe, how fear keeps people stuck and why making mistakes is often the fastest way to grow. The conversation also touches on coaching, AI, human connection and why the biggest changes often start with simply ripping the band-aid off.
[1:20] Why change feels scary even when you need it
[4:20] Convenience is ki...
Getting Back Into Routine
Back from holidays, sickness or time off and struggling to get back into routine? Josh and Liam break down the easiest ways to rebuild momentum with sleep, training, food and routine...without relying on motivation. If youâve fallen off track, this episode is for you!
[1:00] Let go of guilt after falling off track
[3:40] The easiest habit to rebuild routine fast
[6:00] Motivation vs keeping promises to yourself
[9:35] Donât smash training in week one back
[13:15] Simple food, sleep & routine reset tips
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Part 4 - Becoming The Man You Want To Be
This is where it all comes together...Not just training and nutrition but who you actually become. In this episode we break down the identity shift required to go from doing the work to living it every day. We talk about standards, environment discipline and what it really means to become the man you respect. This is the level most people never reach.
[0:00] The identity shift from average to elite
[2:10] Saying no and building discipline
[5:40] Why there is never a perfect time to start
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Part 3 - You Look Good But Still Feel Average
You train hard and eat well but still feel average...This is the gap most people never fix. In this episode we break down what actually takes you to the next level from training structure to recovery to nutrition quality and blood work. This is about going from consistent to elite!
[0:00] Why you look good but still feel average
[1:10] Maximum recoverable volume explained
[4:30] Why soreness is not a sign of progress
[7:40] Nutrition quality vs just hitting macros
[13:30] Blood work and supplements for elite performance
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Part 2 - Why Your Body Isn't Changing (Even Though You Train)
If youâre training consistently but your body still isnât changing, this is why. In Part 2 of the series, we break down the biggest training and nutrition mistakes that keep people stuck even when they feel like theyâre doing everything right. We go through intensity, program hopping, tracking, calories, and why your weekends are probably undoing your progress. This is about fixing the gaps so your effort actually turns into results.
[0:00] Why youâre stuck even though youâre consistent
[1:20] The biggest training mistake: intensity vs too much volume
[2:30] Program hopping and chasin...
Part 1 - Why Most Men Feel Like Sh*t (And Don't Know Why)
In Part 1 of this series we break down why most men feel stuck, low on energy and unsure where to start with their health This episode is all about getting back to basics. Building simple habits, fixing your routine and taking control of your environment so you can actually move forward. If youâve been feeling off, inconsistent, or like youâre not living up to your potential? This is where it starts.
[0:00] Why most men feel lost and where this series is headingÂ
[1:12] The real reason you feel stuck (and itâs...
Our Favourites Q&A
Bit of a different one this week! We dive into some Q&A favourites and give you a look behind the scenes at how we train, eat, think, and live day to day. From training splits and supplements to mindset, habits, and even some random favourites, this oneâs a mix of practical insights and getting to know us a bit better.
[0:00] Q&A favourites episode kicks off
[0:35] Best training splits explained
[1:32] Supplements weâd actually use
[5:31] Why progress stalls (weekends)
[16:23] Best mindset & quotes to live by
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Summies Bodies Are Made In Winter
Winterâs where most people fall off⌠but itâs actually the best time to get ahead. In this episode, we break down why progress is easier in winter, the common mistakes that keep people stuck, and how to set yourself up now so youâre not scrambling when summer hits
[0:00] Why winter is your advantage
[1:20] Winter hunger & cravings explained
[3:02] Eating out is costing you more than you think
[5:31] Why weekends slow your progress
[12:03] You need to actually change something
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Navigating An Easter Blowout
Easterâs done⌠and letâs be honest, most people overdid it. In this episode, we break down why long weekends always seem to turn into a blowout, how to avoid the classic binge/restrict cycle, and what to actually do right now to get back on track. Simple practical strategies to reset, regain control, and keep moving forward.
[0:00] Why people blow out over Easter
[2:05] The âstuff itâ mindset
[4:19] Fix your environment
[7:20] Stop binge/restrict cycles
[10:01] You didnât gain that much fat
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Mens Mental Health Struggles
In this episode of The Extra Rep Podcast, Josh and Liam open up about menâs mental health, the pressure many blokes carry in silence, and why more men need to start talking. They share personal experiences, client stories, coping mechanisms, addiction patterns, business stress, and the importance of community, accountability and actually reaching out before things boil over. A vulnerable but important conversation for anyone trying to carry too much on their own!
[0:00] Intro and why menâs mental health needs more attention
[1:00] Personal struggles, coping mechanisms and silent battles
[4:12] Addiction, gambling, alco...
The Truth About Carbs
Carbs are one of the most misunderstood topics in the fitness industry right now. One side says cut them completely, the other says eat as many as possible⌠so whatâs actually right? In this episode, we break down what carbohydrates actually do, the real pros and cons, and how to use them based on your goal, body composition and training. We cover carb timing, performance, fat loss, sleep, digestion and why most people are overcomplicating things without even having the basics dialled in.
If youâve ever been confused about carbs? This epsode clears it up!
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Peptides Explained
In this episode of The Extra Rep Podcast, Josh and Liam unpack the hype around peptides in the fitness industry. They cover what peptides actually are, the most common ones people are using, the potential benefits for recovery, gut health and body composition, and the risks of jumping on them too early without fixing your training, nutrition and lifestyle first. If youâve been hearing about BPC-157, GHK, Melanotan or other trending peptides, this episode gives you a practical breakdown without the bro science.
[0:00] What peptides actually are
[3:10] BPC-157, healing and co...
GLP-1 Medications & Fat Loss
Josh and Liam break down the truth about GLP-1 weight loss medications like Ozempic, Mounjaro and other trending fat loss drugs. They discuss how these medications actually work, who they may be useful for, the potential risks and side effects, and why lifestyle habits like training, nutrition and sleep still matter. If youâre considering weight loss medication or just curious about the hype, this episode helps you understand the pros, cons and when they might make sense.
[0:00] What GLP-1 weight loss drugs actually are
[4:15] Food noise and why these medications can reduce hunger
Doing Everything Right...But Not Getting Results Part 4
Josh and Liam wrap the 4-part series with a simple 12 week roadmap to get unstuck! Lock in realistic training frequency, train hard with progressive overload, dial in calories/macros for fat loss, use steps/cardio strategically and cover the basics of gut health, supplements, sauna and sleep so results actually stick.
[0:00] 12-week roadmap
[0:32] Training basics
[5:38] Nutrition basics
[16:11] Steps + cardio
[21:23] Sleep tips
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Doing Everything Right...But Not Getting Results Part 3
Youâre training hard. Youâre eating clean. Youâre doing more than everâŚSo why are your results slowing down?
In Part 3 of this series, we break down one of the biggest mistakes people make when they hit a plateau: doing more instead of recovering better We dive into overtraining, metabolic adaptation, crash dieting, decision fatigue, stress overload and why your lifestyle might be sabotaging your progress more than your calories are!
[0:03] Why âdoing moreâ backfires
[1:23] The problem with too much training volume
[4:18] Strategic...
You're Doing Everything Right...But Not Getting Results Part 2
In part 2 of this series, Josh & Liam dive into the internal reasons you can be âdoing everything rightâ but still not seeing results! Covering blood work, hormones, nutrition quality, sleep, alcohol, stress, insulin sensitivity, and simple habits that move the needle fast.
[0:03] Blood work + fatigue
[0:55] Big 3 wreckers
[2:27] Insulin resistance
[6:10] Stress kills progress
[13:01] Walks + zone 2
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You're Doing Everything Right...But Not Getting Results Part 1
Episode 1 of our 4 part series breaks down why you can be training hard and âeating wellâ but still feel stuck. We unpack the real culprit (poor tracking, missed basics, the wrong timing) and what to fix first before you blame your metabolism!
[0:03] Series intro: âdoing everything rightâ
[1:19] Negligence + data doesnât lie
[3:16] Run one âperfect weekâ test
[6:16] Diet fatigue + smarter calorie strategy
[9:12] âNot ready to dietâ discussion
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Managing A Calorie Blowout
In this episode, Josh and Liam break down how to handle a calorie blowout without guilt or panic. They cover why blowouts happen, how to plan for them, whatâs actually going on physiologically, and how to get back on track both mentally and physically. A practical real world guide for enjoying social events while still making progress!
[0:00] What a calorie blowout really is
[1:40] Planning ahead to minimise damage
[4:00] Smart strategies before big meals
[7:30] Supplements and digestion tips
[11:30] The psychology of guilt, shame, and moving on
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Our Coaching Methods
Josh and Liam unpack how they coach, how they onboard clients, and why the right plan depends on the person. They cover blood work led coaching, structured fat loss, and practical cardio guidelines to improve performance and results.
[0:00] Coaching styles overview
[1:50] Liamâs focus areas
[2:51] Bloods first onboarding
[5:10] Joshâs fat loss approach
[19:30] Cardio essentials
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How your Environment Dictates Your Results
Josh and Liam dive into how your environment quietly drives your habits. From unconscious behaviors and childhood cues to friend groups, convenience traps, and accountability. Learn how to redesign your surroundings, lead your circle, and actually stick to the standards that get results.
[0:00] Environment â behavior
[1:46] Conscious vs. unconscious habits
[6:50] Upbringing cues: food, alcohol, sleep
[9:00] Social contagion & convenience traps
[15:24] Coaching, accountability & ownership
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Your New Years Resolution Has Already Failed
Josh and Liam break down why resolutions implode by mid-January and how to fix it: stop adding without subtracting, set realistic minimum standards, plan in quarters, and learn to say no so your habits actually stick.
 [0:00] Resolutions flop: why
 [1:06] Life hits: back to work
 [2:54] Add less, subtract more
 [7:06] Plan by quarters (Q1)
 [9:26] Minimum standards that stick
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How To Live To Lose 4kg In 6 Weeks
Josh and Liam break down what it really takes to drop 4 kilos in 6 weeks, beyond calories and training. They dive into environment, habits, sleep, and social pressure, showing you how to live like someone whoâs already hit their goal.
[0:00] The real secret to losing 4kg
[1:40] Environment shapes behavior
[4:00] Skipping nights out guilt-free
[7:00] Small habits, big results
[11:00] Never miss twice rule
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How To Train To Lose 4kg In 6 Weeks
Stop trying to sweat the fat off. We break down how to train for a 4-kg drop in 6 weeks: keep your resistance plan the same, push hard sets, lower junk volume, and track real progress so you hold muscle while the fat goes. Simple rules, no bs workouts!
[0:00] Fat loss training myths
[1:00] Same program, higher intent
[2:30] Minimum effective dose (low volume, hard sets)
[5:00] Track lifts & train near failure
[10:40] Rep ranges, weekly progression & wrap
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How To Eat To Lose 4kg In 6 Weeks
Calories first, ego second. Josh and Liam break down how to actually eat to drop 4kg in 6 weeks. They run the numbers, set macros that donât wreck your training, explain why carbs around workouts matter, and cover the micronutrient and food-volume basics that keep you full and consistent through silly season. Simple rules, real results!
[0:00] Eating to drop 4kg in 6 weeks
[0:52] How to calculate your calorie deficit
[2:09] Setting protein, carbs, and fats that actually work
[6:49] Micronutrients, food volume, and staying full
[13:56] Losing the last few kilos & wrapping up th...
How To Lose 4kg In 6 Weeks
In this solo episode, Josh breaks down exactly how to lose 4kg in 6 weeks using a simple 5-part framework: calories, protein, training, sleep, and steps. No fads, just the minimum effective dose that lets you drop fat, keep (or build) muscle, and actually stick to the plan for six weeks straight.
[0:16] How to lose 4kg in 6 weeks
[1:02] The 5-part fat loss checklist
[3:04] Setting a sustainable calorie deficit
[4:00] Why protein makes fat loss easier
[11:23] Step targets, averages, and plateaus
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Eat Out Without Wiping Out
Josh and Liam break down how to eat out without derailing progress. Think simple menu swaps, hidden-calorie traps and how to bank calories, plan ahead, and move on after slip-ups. Plus a festive-season game plan so you enjoy the food and keep momentum!
[0:00] Why eating out feels tricky
[1:01] Breakfast swaps that actually help
[3:05] Poached vs scrambled: hidden calories
[9:17] Move on after âoopsâ calories
[12:35] Festive season structure that sticks
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Lean Doesn't Mean Healthy
Josh and Liam unpack why looking lean (or jacked) doesnât automatically mean âhealthy.â From hormone crashes and gut issues in extreme dieting to genetics, set-points, and the post-diet exit plan, they lay out how to chase results without wrecking your health.
[0:00] Looks and health: set the stage
[1:04] Risks of getting stage-lean
[4:30] Hormones, gut, sleep trade-offs
[7:41] Yo-yo dieting, set-point, reverses
[12:58] Genetics, Drugs, and expectations
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Gut Health Hacks
Gut health is trending hard online, but most of what you see is fear-mongering and useless âdonât eat thisâ advice. In this episode, Josh and Liam cut through the noise and break down the simple, science-backed habits that genuinely improve digestion, reduce bloating, and support better training results. Practical hacks, clear explanations, and zero nonsense.
[0:00] Gut health trends
[1:00] Chewing for digestion
[2:10] Apple cider vinegar 101
[4:55] Bile, fats & cooked veggies
[9:55] Bloating & food triggers
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Programming For Beginners
In this episode, Josh and Liam break down exactly how beginners should approach training. From programming and recovery to avoiding the biggest mistakes that stall progress! Whether youâre new to lifting or getting back after a break, this is your blueprint for faster strength and muscle gains.
[0:00] What actually defines a beginner
[1:26] Best rep ranges for early progress
[3:42] Full-body vs split training setup
[5:11] Consistency beats the perfect program
[9:00] Recovery, soreness & staying motivated
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Does Stress Affect Results?
Josh and Liam break down how stress wrecks your fat loss, training, and recovery. And more importantly, how to manage it before it manages you. From sleep and screen time to smart supplements and recovery routines, this oneâs a crash course in staying strong without burning out.
[0:00] What stress really does to your body
[2:00] The âstress cupâ and recovery limits
[4:20] Sleep, your best stress regulator
[6:00] Phones, overstimulation, and switching off
[15:30] Best supplements for stress and sleep
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All Things Treats
This Halloween-themed chat dives deep into the psychology of cravings, why we reach for treats under stress, and how to enjoy smarter alternatives without sabotaging progress. Josh and Liam share practical swaps, gut health tips, and how to avoid binge spirals while still enjoying the foods you love.
[0:42] The dopamine hit behind cravings & emotional eating
[1:39] The HALTS method: knowing your true hunger triggers
[3:00] Hydration vs. hunger â how to spot the difference
[5:40] Zero-calorie drinks, dark chocolate & âhealthyâ treat traps
[13:36] Protein-packed treats: useful or just sneaky calories?
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Calories VS Food Quality
Josh and Liam dive into the classic debate of calories in vs. calories out, unpacking how food quality, digestion, and individual health conditions all play a role in results. They offer a balanced view on how to approach nutrition for both fat loss and long-term health.
[0:00] Calories vs food quality debate
[1:00] What makes up calorie expenditure
[4:00] Chronic health and food quality
[7:00] Misleading food labels explained
[14:00] Balance: fat loss vs lifestyle
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Gym Exercises We Hate
Josh and Liam break down the most overrated gym exercises and what to do instead! They set simple strength standards before âfancyâ work, explain who should avoid what, and give easy swaps that actually build muscle without wrecking joints.
[2:00] Strength standards before fancy exercises
[2:47] Why the plate press sucks
[6:10] Close-grip pulldown common mistakes
[10:05] Ditch the front plate raise
[18:00] Planks vs real core training
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Calling Out Fitness Influencers
Josh and Liam debate viral fitness claims including glucose spikes, âno fiberâ advice, fruit versus sugar, protein in everything, and Pilates for muscle. They show how to think critically instead of chasing clickbait, with context-first, practical takeaways you can use.
[0:00] How to judge online fitness claims
[2:50] âGlucose spikes make you fatâ
[6:33] âYou donât need fiberâ
[10:30] Fruit vs sugar
[19:29] Pilates builds muscle?
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Our Supplement Stacks
Josh and Liam break down their personal supplement stacks, exposing what actually works and whatâs just expensive pee. From zinc and magnesium to saffron and curcumin, they unpack how lifestyle comes first and why bioavailability beats hype every time.
[0:05] Why most people take the wrong supps
[1:28] Zinc, testosterone & immune function
[3:00] Multivitamins during fat loss phases
[4:40] Cod liver oil vs. fish oil
[12:00] The truth about electrolytes
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Josh's Story: 10 Years In Fitness
Josh goes solo to unpack 10 years of coaching! Early mistakes, fixing gut issues, discovering progressive overload, and the business/client-experience shifts that changed his results. He shares how mobility and building joint range reduced injuries, plus the mindset lesson: youâll be bad at first just learn, adjust, and keep going.
[0:00] Why a solo episode
[1:55] From soccer to coaching
[5:27] Gut reset and keto
[6:02] Progressive overload changes everything
[11:45] Mobility, ranges, fewer injuries
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...Warm Ups
We break down a simple, science-backed warm-up you can use before any lift: raise temp, open stiff areas, then ramp your nervous system with smart warm-up sets. Plus, practical extrasâhydration, creatine/caffeine timing, and an easy cool-downâto boost performance and cut injury risk.
 [0:35] Raising your heart rate
 [2:54] Mobility priorities
[7:35] Warm-up set ladder
[10:26] Hydration & carbs
[17:03] Nasal breathingÂ
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Food Swaps For Fat Loss
Josh and Liam break down practical food swaps that keep you in a calorie deficit without feeling deprived: covering breakfast, lunch/dinner, dessert, and snacks. Youâll get specific examples, simple prep hacks, and mindset tips (protein and fibre pairing, leaner cuts, smaller portions) to make lower-calorie choices that still satisfy you!
[0:00] Why food swaps matter
[1:02] Breakfast on-the-go fixes
[6:00] Lower-calorie lunch staples
[11:20] Dessert cravings, smart alternatives
[15:29] Snacking: Frotein + Fibre
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Q&A Part 2
Part 2 of the Q&A dives into why higherâfrequency training beats bro splits for most lifters, how to think about soreness/pumps, and what âhard gainerâ really means. We also break down keto/carnivore for muscle growth, fasting for fat loss, and when a protein-sparing modified fast actually makes sense.
[0:26] Full-body vs bro split
[3:53] Smarter weekly volume setup
[9:01] Hard gainer fixes
[10:52] Keto/carnivore breakdown
[18:45] Fasting & protein-sparing fasts
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Q and A Part 1
In this Q&A episode of the Extra Rep Podcast, Josh and Liam dive into your most-asked questions on training, nutrition, and recovery. From explosive lifts to glucose, insulin, and good vs bad soreness, we cut through the noise with practical, no-BS answers.
[0:41] Are explosive movements needed in a program?
[4:02] Heart rate zones explained (and which one is best for fat loss)
[7:18] How the nervous system reacts to weight training
[12:20] Glucose, insulin, and metabolic flexibility in plain English
[16:54] Good soreness vs when youâve overdone it
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