The Discover Strength Podcast
Luke Carlson
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Busy people don't have time to waste on exercise that doesn't work. Discover Strength delivers twice per week workouts with an expert trainer. We'll help you look and feel your best in a fraction of the time.
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The Active Person's Guide to Strength Training
How much strength training do you really need if you also enjoy running, cycling, pickleball, yoga, Pilates, hiking, or recreational sports?In this episode, Discover Strength CEO and exercise…
20 Lessons from 20 Years of Discover Strength
This week on the Discover Strength Podcast, Luke Carlson reflects on 20 of the most important business lessons he has learned over two decades of building Discover Strength. To celebrate the…
Menopause, Metabolism, and Muscle: Separating Fact from Fiction
On this episode of the Discover Strength Podcast, Luke Carlson shares key takeaways from the 2026 Discover Strength Summit, featuring exercise scientist Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple. Together, they…
S3E4 Methods Matter: What Our Latest Study Really Shows Featuring Dr. James Steele
What separates meaningful research from misleading results? In this episode, we sit down with Dr. James Steele to break down the most important—but often overlooked—aspect of exercise science:…
S3E3 Concurrent Training: Does Cardio Kill Your Strength Gains?
Should you combine strength training and cardio—or does one compromise the other?In this episode, we explore the concept of concurrent training and the long-debated “interference effect”—the idea…
S3E2 Eccentrics: Why Lowering the Weight Might Be the Most Important Part of Your Workout
Eccentric exercise might be the most important and most overlooked component of resistance training.In this episode, Luke Carlson breaks down the science behind eccentric contractions—the lowering…
S3E1 Fitness Industry Insights from the Health & Fitness Association Conference
In this episode, we break down key insights from one of the largest gatherings in the fitness industry, where thousands of operators, leaders, and innovators came together to discuss the future of…
S2E85 Resistance Training for High Quality Weight Loss in Men and Women
n this episode of the Discover Strength Podcast, CEO and exercise physiologist Luke Carlson breaks down new research on resistance training and fat loss. He reviews a recent study published in…
S2E84 Six Underrated Business Books (and a lesson from each)
In this episode of the Discover Strength Podcast, CEO and exercise physiologist Luke Carlson shares six underrated business books that have had a meaningful influence on him. Drawing on lessons from…
S2E83 Kim Wood: An Ode to a Strength Training Legend
In this episode of the Discover Strength Podcast, Luke Carlson sits down with Rick Rignell to reflect on the life and legacy of Kim Wood, one of the most influential figures in the history of…
S2E82 Training for the Boston Marathon (and other big goals)
As Luke prepares for an upcoming marathon, he shares what this endurance-focused training is teaching him about strength, fatigue, and exercise adaptation. In this episode, we explore how marathon…
S2E81 The 5 Most Important Scientific Publications from 2025 and How They Guide Your Training
In this episode, Luke Carlson reflects on what he believes was an exceptional year for exercise science research. He breaks down 5 excellent research papers and important conclusions that can be…
S2E80 Is the Answer for Health Always "More"? with Special Guest Dr. Jeremy Loenneke
In this episode, Dr. Jeremy Loenneke sits down with Luke to discuss strength training, health, and evidence-based fitness for long-term results. They break down common exercise myths, explain why…
S2E79 5 Ideas to Shape Your 2026 Goal Setting
Most people approach fitness goals the same way they approach a New Year’s resolution—focused on outcomes, timelines, and motivation. And most people abandon them just as quickly.In this episode, we…
S2E78 What Happens to Body Composition After 60? The Science + Real Data
Can you build muscle and lose fat in your late 60s or 70s—even after years of consistent training?In this episode of the Discover Strength Podcast, CEO and exercise physiologist Luke Carlson walks…
S2E77 The Shortest and Most Effective Cardio: A Conversation with Carol Bike CEO Ulrich Dempfle
In this episode of the Discover Strength Podcast, Luke Carlson sits down with Ulrich Dempfle, CEO and co-founder of Carol Bike, to discuss how Reduced Exertion High-Intensity Interval Training…
S2E76 Top Takeaways from the 2025 Strength Forum
In this episode of the Discover Strength Podcast, CEO Luke Carlson is joined by a powerhouse panel including Discover Strength leaders and Dr. James Fisher for a roundtable discussion straight from…
S2E75 The Relationship Between Exercise and Leadership Performance
Can your workout make you a better leader?In this episode of the Discover Strength Podcast, CEO and exercise physiologist Luke Carlson explores the science and psychology behind the powerful…
S2E74 Losing Fat, Gaining Muscle, GLP1s, and Aging Well: A Longtime Client’s Journey with Discover Strength
In this episode of the Discover Strength Podcast, CEO and exercise physiologist Luke Carlson is joined by longtime client Dr. Brian Davis to discuss his journey to increasing lean muscle, losing fat,…
S2E73 Longevity vs. Healthy Aging: What the Science Really Says About Exercise and Lifespan
What’s the difference between living long and living well? In this episode of the Discover Strength Podcast, CEO and exercise physiologist Luke Carlson dives into the critical distinction between…
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The Discover Strength Podcast has published 176 episodes since January 2021, covering topics in Fitness, Health & Fitness.
The Discover Strength Podcast is currently highly active with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 24m.
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