For skeptics of the fitness industry who want to work smarter and more efficiently to build muscle & lose fat.

Wits & Weights cuts through the noise and deconstructs health and fitness with an engineering mindset to help you develop a strong, lean physique without wasting time.

Nutrition coach Philip Pape explores EFFICIENT strength training, nutrition, and lifestyle strategies to optimize your body composition. Simple, science-based, and sustainable info from an engineer turned lifter.

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Osteoporosis and Barbells (How Lifting Weights Prevents Bone Loss) | Ep 245

Why Training Too Much Is Killing Your Muscle Gains (Natural Bodybuilder Jeff Alberts) | Ep 244

You Can Build Muscle FASTER Than We Thought (Without More Fat Gain) | Ep 242

Eat More of THESE Mood-Boosting Foods for Everyday Happiness with Dr. Sarah Ballantyne | Ep 241

The Lifter’s Guide to BFR Training for Muscle Growth, Rehab, and Recovery | Ep 239

Injury-Resilient Training for Lifetime Strength and Muscle (Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum) | Ep 238

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So good!

Philip knows what he’s talking about, and that’s so refreshing in this industry. It’s hard to get easy access to strong information about nutrition and health, but this podcast is super accessible and does the job!

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Helped me focus

I started off my journey confused with all the conflicting info on instagram. This podcast helped me understand that strength training was right for me. He goes over a vast amount of topics that shed light on understanding my personal goal better.

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Empowering show

This show is full of incredible nuggets around the concept of fitness at all stages of life and the importance of a positive mindset. The episode I just finished focuses for those women who are going through menopause…each episode truly leaves you feeling empowered.

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Wits & Weights is an absolute gem in the world of podcasts! As someone who values both mental sharpness and physical well-being, I've found this podcast to be the perfect blend of insightful discussions and practical fitness advice.