<![CDATA[The Peak Collective]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/thepeakcollective A Podcast on a mission to cut out all the BS in the fitness industry and educate everyone on how to be the fittest and healthiest version of themselves.

]]> RSS.com 2026.401.141116 Fri, 17 Apr 2026 11:08:05 GMT en c4877522-c81f-5111-8076-31502161d502 https://media.rss.com/thepeakcollective/20240301_030308_d1fd7f3428409f76dfc6846f2161bf49.png The Peak Collective https://rss.com/podcasts/thepeakcollective yes Luca Palumbo and Shane Hurley Luca Palumbo and Shane Hurley Luca Palumbo and Shane Hurley true episodic podcast <![CDATA[Ep. 46 The Ultimate Fitness Guide 2025]]> In this episode: Luca and Shane answer the most asked questions they get in the gym.

Also breaking down the most useful and useless supplements on the market.

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/thepeakcollective/1896944 aa41e449-9f71-4367-955c-ffc70a60c4b8 2048 full 2 2 46 46 false Fri, 14 Feb 2025 17:00:55 GMT <![CDATA[Ep. 45 Fitness Myths we used to believe!]]> In this episode Luca and Shane discuss the fitness myths we and many others used to believe were true, and how they were recently debunked.

Also available on Youtube!

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/thepeakcollective/1884765 58c5c39d-a1d1-4a8f-b2d7-a46c16bf5ca1 1515 full 2 2 45 45 false Fri, 07 Feb 2025 17:00:19 GMT <![CDATA[Ep. 44 Stop thinking about just Aesthetics!]]> In this episode Luca and Shane discuss 3 things that being fit provides you that aren't just aesthetic.

Also available on Youtube!

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/thepeakcollective/1875680 2167e707-1cfb-4284-ab6f-ae4dd9eba3a3 1256 full 2 2 44 44 true Sat, 01 Feb 2025 09:00:21 GMT <![CDATA[Ep 43. 3 Fitness Trends that are worth it!]]> In this episode, Luca is on his own, describing the 3 recent fitness trends he thinks are worth it.

Please share, comment and follow our channel for more fitness without the BS!

Also available on Youtube!

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/thepeakcollective/1863167 141a5e05-15bd-4671-a8ea-2ed716b5b7ae 816 full 2 2 43 43 false Fri, 24 Jan 2025 17:00:27 GMT <![CDATA[Ep. 42 Ozempic in 2025]]> In this episode Luca and Shane discuss if you should take Ozempic and the pros and cons of it.

Episode also available on Youtube!

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/thepeakcollective/1852762 7b897f6b-8280-48ae-866f-1f6441669c15 1104 full 2 2 42 42 true Fri, 17 Jan 2025 17:00:58 GMT <![CDATA[Ep 40. Our 2025 Goals]]> Welcome to 2025! We're back! Starting off the new year; talking about our new year's goals and what we would recommend to anyone starting. Also available on Youtube!

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/thepeakcollective/1841211 5ee7b038-070d-419e-9bcb-1fe62bbc0f8c 1902 full 2 2 40 40 false Fri, 10 Jan 2025 17:00:12 GMT <![CDATA[Ep 39. The only way to lose body fat the right way. ]]> In this episode: Luca and Shane discuss the right way to lose fat forever.

Also available on Youtube!

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/thepeakcollective/1809527 f01ae087-2d28-4e67-9ae0-d274002306f6 1182 full 1 1 39 39 true Fri, 20 Dec 2024 17:00:15 GMT <![CDATA[Ep. 38 Teenagers taking PEDS and how many sets to do to get the most gains | Q&A with The Muscle Ink]]> n this episode The Muscle Ink is with Luca and Shane who have questions from their audience for the man himself.

We go into the issues with the current gym industry, how Neal trains for his shows and much more!

Episode also available on Youtube!

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/thepeakcollective/1795090 7f39c079-db0c-4f45-b166-0c44b4137715 978 full 1 1 38 38 true Fri, 13 Dec 2024 17:00:17 GMT <![CDATA[Ep. 37 How changing his Nutrition and training style helped him win 2nd in the world!]]> In this episode The Muscle Ink is back!!!

Shane and Luca talk to him about this past year and his last 3 shows and how they were his most successful yet and what he changed to get to that point.

Also available on Spotify!

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/thepeakcollective/1787790 093bc1e6-3940-4cc5-acb8-55d2e4add52b 2104 full 1 1 37 37 false Fri, 06 Dec 2024 17:00:38 GMT <![CDATA[Ep 35. How being fit helps you mentally not just physically |Men’s Mental Health Episode|]]> Being Men’s mental health month we discuss what has helped us with our own mental health through the years with plenty of things that you can actually try and see if it helps!

This episode is also available on Spotify!

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/thepeakcollective/1765866 5cca75ee-ac6e-41e2-b5b1-caf70cd8990c 979 full 1 1 35 35 false Fri, 22 Nov 2024 17:00:35 GMT <![CDATA[Ep. 34 Best and Worst Bicep Exercises]]> In this episode we compare Jeff Nippard’s best and worst bicep exercises to what we would rank.

Video is available on Youtube!

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/thepeakcollective/1753903 b35ad5cd-18cb-4263-8e5c-8aacc9ec37c0 1034 full 1 1 34 34 false Fri, 15 Nov 2024 17:00:22 GMT <![CDATA[Episode 33: Would you rather? (Gym Edition)]]> We all love the game “would you rather?”, well we came up with some gym edition would you rather questions.

Some more serious, some more fun, if you enjoyed this video, like, comment and subscribe to our channel!

Also available on Youtube!

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/thepeakcollective/1742146 87bec114-09d0-48e8-86c1-d2a8b8bbda03 810 full 1 1 33 33 false Fri, 08 Nov 2024 17:00:50 GMT <![CDATA[Ep. 31 How to actually eat to lose fat and keep it off for good!]]> In this episode Luca and Shane take a deep dive into nutrition and what to actually do if you want to lose/ gain weight and maintain it forever, whilst debunking a lot of the myths out there.

If this helps you please share this, like and subscribe!

Also available on Youtube!

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/thepeakcollective/1728188 18a70740-1d9a-4771-bcd7-b961dd4e0950 2174 full 1 1 32 32 true Fri, 01 Nov 2024 17:00:34 GMT <![CDATA[EP. 30 The best and worst fitness influencers who you should and shouldn't listen to! ]]> In this episode Luca and Shane discuss their favourite and least favourite fitness influencers and why.

We tried to choose different segments of the fitness industry, not just bodybuilding etc.

If you liked the video, like, comment and subscribe!

Also available on Spotify!

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/thepeakcollective/1708774 23c4ebd0-d774-4ada-9b94-c516531c4fb6 1614 full 1 1 31 31 true Fri, 18 Oct 2024 16:00:37 GMT <![CDATA[EP. 29 Are Protein shakes actually good for you?]]> In this episode Luca and Shane discuss 3 different protein shakes and bars and compare them to see which one is better for you.

They also recommend what they would do nutritionally if they needed to get more protein in their diet.

Also available on Youtube!

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/thepeakcollective/1698249 ba32fe21-7760-4312-93c8-203c4da12efa 2327 full 1 1 30 30 true Fri, 11 Oct 2024 16:01:26 GMT <![CDATA[Ep. 28 Top 5 things to do to get in shape! ]]> In this episode Shane and Luca give their best 5 tips to help you get into shape by the end of this year.

If you found any of this useful, please like and subscribe to our channel, to help us bring more of this content to you!

Also available on Youtube!

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/thepeakcollective/1684641 357bf92c-a204-422a-9288-d1e229c34c6a 2156 full 1 1 29 29 false Thu, 03 Oct 2024 23:20:21 GMT <![CDATA[EP. 24. Injury prevention and how to train around injuries.]]> n this episode Luca and Shane explain what barefoot training is, how most people get injured and how to train around that.

If you found the video helpful, please comment, like and subscribe!

Also available on Youtube!

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/thepeakcollective/1642034 6c019ae9-3000-4632-b80d-ae8a096dee29 1120 full 1 1 28 28 false Fri, 06 Sep 2024 16:01:41 GMT <![CDATA[Ep. 23 How to actually get ABS the right way!]]> In this episode Luca and Shane show you their favourite ab exercises and how to do a quick and effective ab workout.

They also discuss what to do dietary wise to help the abs show through more.

This episode is also available on Youtube!

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/thepeakcollective/1634561 a18e5dec-6ebf-4e18-bf04-01e4e95e792a 1155 full 1 1 27 27 false Fri, 30 Aug 2024 16:00:55 GMT <![CDATA[Ep. 22 How is every Superhero so JACKED?!]]> In this episode Luca and Shane show their geeky side and discuss comic book movies and where they’re currently headed.

We also discuss how these celebrities get in shape for these superhero roles and how it affects the average person.

Also available on Youtube!

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/thepeakcollective/1623287 7ba130a2-ce9f-48f0-8e12-fa7fc0d9b8bc 1606 full 1 1 26 26 false Fri, 23 Aug 2024 16:01:04 GMT <![CDATA[EP. 21 Don’t EAT these foods if you want a six pack!]]> In this episode Luca and Shane are back in the studio and are discussing foods that everyone eats, but aren’t good choices as a meal.

We then describe what we would do instead, to help you with your nutrition goals!

Also available on Youtube!

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/thepeakcollective/1613902 8f8e6872-8b4d-4eeb-b7b7-fc3e41130171 1607 full 1 1 25 25 false Fri, 16 Aug 2024 16:01:10 GMT <![CDATA[Ep. 20 The age reversal drug of the future, AI is the future of fitness?! and more | Q&A Special | ]]> In this Q&A special we discuss if we are living in a dystopian future, will AI be the future of fitness, what are these new age reversal drugs? And much more.

This episode is also available on Youtube!

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/thepeakcollective/1602234 4a40924d-7d82-4c93-a148-9b11f61d79de 1238 full 1 1 24 24 false Fri, 09 Aug 2024 16:00:27 GMT <![CDATA[EP 19. Hyrox vs. CrossFit]]> In this episode Luca and Shane discuss the major differences between Hyrox and CrossFit and who each event is for.

We then go to do a CrossFit workout, to watch the workout, check out our Youtube Channel!

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/thepeakcollective/1594925 8debf4c4-c060-4eb4-a34d-3ef58ceee734 662 full 1 1 23 23 false Fri, 02 Aug 2024 16:00:51 GMT <![CDATA[Ep. 18 The Perfect Arm Day]]> In this episode Luca and Shane show you a quick and effective arm workout, with some of our favourite exercises.

Then we also discuss recent topics in fitness and the attempted assassination of Donald Trump.

Let us know how you found the video and comment, like and subscribe!

Also available on Youtube!

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/thepeakcollective/1582954 db0876d4-093d-40f2-af2c-2134a1744042 1526 full 1 1 22 22 false Fri, 26 Jul 2024 16:00:43 GMT <![CDATA[Ep. 17 How to Build a HUGE chest!]]> In this episode we describe our top 3 exercises for building your chest and why.

In between this we’ll chat hypertrophy vs strength training, failure training and more!

Episode is also available on Youtube!

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/thepeakcollective/1573446 2df35eac-52bc-4304-94a9-49f3641ae4a9 1719 full 1 1 21 21 false Fri, 19 Jul 2024 16:00:49 GMT <![CDATA[EP. 16 Does cardio make you fat? Should women take creatine? Q&A Episode!]]> In this episode Shane and Luca answer your questions!

If you have any questions leave them in the comments!

Also available on Youtube

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/thepeakcollective/1564945 f0394285-d502-48e1-b7d5-194a0a7a64c1 705 full 1 1 20 20 false Fri, 12 Jul 2024 16:00:59 GMT <![CDATA[EP. 15 Is alcohol good for you?, Ozempic and the Enhanced Games. ]]> In this episode: Luca and Shane take you through a quick back and bicep workout, whilst talking about current fitness topics.

We decided to change the scenery today, let us know how you found this change in style!

Also available on Youtube!!!

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/thepeakcollective/1556492 304491f4-2d6b-44ae-84ad-4c5a540e6abb 1323 full 1 1 19 19 false Fri, 05 Jul 2024 16:00:47 GMT <![CDATA[Ep. 14 Programming masterclass: How to build the perfect beginner's program.]]> In this episode; Luca and Shane discuss how to build a program for beginner's and the small details to think about when exercising.

The last minute unfortunately the camera cut out, so had to be filmed in an alternative location where the mic's wouldn't work properly, so the sound quality is slightly different. :').

Also available on Youtube!

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/thepeakcollective/1548156 7814165a-f66c-44ae-be65-146b13fc0b35 1901 full 1 1 18 18 false Fri, 28 Jun 2024 16:00:30 GMT <![CDATA[Ep. 13 Are fitness wearables worth it? What is the best one?]]> In this episode Shane and Luca discuss fitness wearables and why they are on the rise and if they’re actually worth your time

Also available on Youtube!

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/thepeakcollective/1524492 f36bf379-3967-4ee7-9f23-54e5c0664948 1476 full 1 1 17 17 false Fri, 21 Jun 2024 16:01:19 GMT <![CDATA[Ep. 12 Why sleep helps you gain muscle and lose fat]]> In this episode Shane and Luca discuss why recovery and sleep are vital for a healthy body.

Also available on Youtube!

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/thepeakcollective/1524487 db0ee988-a9ff-4914-a43f-f6c56d4d0d83 1361 full 1 1 16 16 false Fri, 14 Jun 2024 16:00:53 GMT <![CDATA[EP. 11 PART 3: The spirituality of the GYM| The Muscle Shaman]]> In this final part of episode 11, we discuss with Rob about why he trains the way he trains, religion, aliens and much more.

Also available on Youtube!

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/thepeakcollective/1513961 fd2d457f-c159-4ab2-b444-0cf31d6f9b46 1768 full 1 1 15 15 false Fri, 07 Jun 2024 16:00:40 GMT <![CDATA[EP. 11 Part 2: "I Travelled the world and this is what I learnt" | The Muscle Shaman]]> In part 2 we speak with Rob about his adventures around the world, how his training developed and how it changed his life forever.

Also available on Youtube!

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/thepeakcollective/1504386 3a860dcb-98da-4601-8526-daaa72d9fdb5 1586 full 1 1 14 14 false Fri, 31 May 2024 16:00:48 GMT <![CDATA[EP. 11 PART 1: You don't need to train the conventional way | The Muscle Shaman]]> In this episode Luca and Shane are joined with THE MUSCLE SHAMAN and find out a bit about his back story on what helped him with his old health issues and why he eats and trains the way he does.

Also available on Youtube!

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/thepeakcollective/1491188 cc8c6fc1-5ffb-40b4-8a68-5fcd1f300a4f 1507 full 1 1 13 13 false Fri, 24 May 2024 00:10:22 GMT <![CDATA[EP. 10 Your questions answered! (Q&A Special)]]> In this episode, Shane and Luca answer your questions. To get your questions answered next time either ask on our Instagram, Youtube or Spotify!

This episode is also available on Youtube.

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/thepeakcollective/1480519 837883fa-8fbe-4bf4-9a97-fb7fc9205833 908 full 1 1 12 12 false Fri, 17 May 2024 16:01:06 GMT <![CDATA[EP9. Our fitness journeys explained]]> In this episode Luca and Shane share their stories as to why they got into fitness and why they became coaches.

We hope you enjoy this episode and our hope is that it motivates you wherever you are on your fitness journey.

Also available on Youtube!

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/thepeakcollective/1472966 e2bdc8d7-9c56-42e8-807c-9082df52634d 1635 full 1 1 11 11 false Fri, 10 May 2024 16:00:43 GMT <![CDATA[Ep. 8 Do men and women need to train differently?]]> In this episode, Shane and Luca discuss if the different sexes need to train differently and cover the strength standards between beginners, intermediate and advanced.

Also available on Youtube!

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/thepeakcollective/1463018 c474a2e2-2d7e-4109-9257-e0a853be298d 1683 full 1 1 10 10 false Fri, 03 May 2024 16:00:51 GMT <![CDATA[Ep7. Why is obesity on the rise?]]> In this episode Luca and Shane discuss the epidemic of obesity and why it is on the rise and what they would suggest to do, if you're struggling with weight loss right now.

Also available on Youtube!

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/thepeakcollective/1453367 dbdfacaa-037c-4e08-96b9-3a8ea89d7ced 1661 full 1 1 9 9 false Fri, 26 Apr 2024 16:00:41 GMT <![CDATA[EP. 6 Fitness Myths Debunked]]> In episode 6 Shane and Luca discuss some of the biggest fitness myths and debunk them, detailing the truth behind most of them.

Also available via Youtube!

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/thepeakcollective/1439956 bfbecfae-dd04-49ca-a48e-36f9793d63d8 1003 full 1 1 8 8 false Fri, 19 Apr 2024 16:01:02 GMT <![CDATA[Ep. 5 Part 3 The Bad side of bodybuilding | Neal Maher AKA "The Muscle Ink"]]> In the final part of Episode 5 we touch on the dangers that come with modern bodybuilding.

If you enjoyed this part, make sure you watch parts 1 and 2 in the playlist!

Also available on Youtube!

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/thepeakcollective/1433609 abc17a3d-fea3-4555-be80-f45a03951193 876 full 1 1 7 7 false Fri, 12 Apr 2024 16:01:40 GMT <![CDATA[Ep5. Part 2 What is happening to modern bodybuilding?! | Neal Maher AKA "The Muscle Ink"]]> In part 2 of episode 5, we go into detail about Neal's hardships during prep and why everyone seems to be competing these days.

If you haven't watched part 1 yet, watch that first, then continue back on this, it is part of our podcast playlist.

Also available on Spotify!

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/thepeakcollective/1423011 a73798c1-63b3-4c79-93ee-a3d9e33ba6b5 1512 full 1 1 6 6 false Fri, 05 Apr 2024 17:54:49 GMT <![CDATA[EP. 5 Part 1 From underweight to 115kg of muscle | Neal Maher AKA "The Muscle Ink"]]> In part 1 we dive deep into what got Neal into the gym. We cover his mistakes and tribulations which then led to him being a champion bodybuilder.

This episode is split into 3 parts and full episode will be released in 3 weeks for anyone that also likes long-form content. Also available on Youtube!

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/thepeakcollective/1412637 c30821b2-6e28-43fa-8074-e5f0dfd15773 1321 full 1 1 5 5 true Fri, 29 Mar 2024 17:00:42 GMT <![CDATA[EP.4 Our picks for our best and worst exercises. ]]> Shane and Luca discuss their top 3 least and top 3 favourite exercises. Some being quite controversial. Let us know what your favourite are!

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/thepeakcollective/1402617 45c7d68e-ae30-4b21-949c-84de418d346e 749 full 1 1 4 4 false Fri, 22 Mar 2024 12:51:47 GMT <![CDATA[Ep. 3 What Everyone Gets Wrong About Nutrition]]> In this episode Luca and Shane detail what you actually need to care about when it comes to nutrition.

New episodes every Friday.

Also Available on Youtube.

Instagram: @ThePeakCollective

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/thepeakcollective/1391485 d843d401-897d-4e78-a1f9-49aba9884024 1447 full 1 1 3 3 false Fri, 15 Mar 2024 13:51:49 GMT <![CDATA[EP. 2 The Current State of the Fitness Industry]]> In Episode 2 of "The Peak Collective," Shane and Luca discuss what is happening to the fitness industry right now and what needs to change. New Episodes every Friday.

Also available via YouTube.

Follow us on Instagram  @ThePeakCollective 

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/thepeakcollective/1379867 133391f7-3e93-4c13-ab49-ba078ff93ec5 960 full 1 1 2 2 false Fri, 08 Mar 2024 14:04:35 GMT <![CDATA[EP.1 How Social Media Fuels Body Dysmorphia]]> Welcome to "The Peak Collective" We will be covering a vast array of health and fitness subjects in every episode.

We both had enough of all the misinformation out there on the internet and thought with our years of experience training ourselves and clients that we should share the truth.

In our first episode, we cover why we think that body dysmorphia seems to be on the rise and what to do about it.

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/thepeakcollective/1369437 f67f3b05-263f-4f31-99a8-ea733aca35ba 975 full true Fri, 01 Mar 2024 13:08:35 GMT