Hosted by Dr. Nathan Karam, PT, DPT, CSCS, the PT³ Podcast (PT Cubed) breaks down how to train smarter, recover faster, and actually make progress in the gym. This strength training, rehab, and fitness podcast delivers clear, evidence-based strategies you can apply immediately. Learn how to reduce pain, build muscle, improve performance, and structure your training for long-term results. If you’re tired of spinning your wheels, this podcast gives you the direction you’ve been missing. Follow the show and share an episode with someone who needs it.
PT Cubed
Claim This Podcastby Dr. Nathan Karam, PT, DPT, CSCS
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Hosted by Dr. Nathan Karam, PT, DPT, CSCS, the PT³ Podcast (PT Cubed) breaks down how to train smarter, recover faster, and actually make progress in the gym. This strength training, rehab, and fitness podcast delivers clear, evidence-based strategies you can apply immediately. Learn how to reduce pain, build muscle, improve performance, and structure your training for long-term results. If you’re tired of spinning your wheels, this podcast gives you the direction you’ve been missing. Follow the show and share an episode with someone who needs it.
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Recent Episodes
May 8, 2026
The Fitness Industry Lied to You About Fat Loss | Ep. 27
<p>Fat loss is not as complicated as the fitness industry makes it sound. But most people keep getting sold complexity instead of being told the truth.</p><p>And when the plan does not work, when the scale stalls, when motivation fades, or when another “reset” fails, they assume they need a better hack. In reality, most people do not need another detox, fat burner, metabolism reset, or extreme challenge. They need a repeatable system built around the fundamentals they have not executed consistently.</p><p>In this episode of the PT³ Podcast, I break down why the fitness industry has lied to you about fat loss, why simple does not mean easy, and why most people stay stuck chasing novelty instead of building consistency. You’ll learn why the gym alone is not the main fat loss tool, how modern life makes overeating effortless and movement optional, and why accountability matters more than another trendy plan.</p><p>This episode is direct, honest, and built for anyone who feels like they keep restarting every Monday without ever actually solving the problem. You’ll walk away with a clearer framework for fat loss, better standards for your own habits, and a better understanding of what actually drives long-term body composition change.</p><p>In this episode, we cover:</p><p>• Why fat loss is simple, but not easy<br>• How the fitness industry sells complexity and confusion<br>• Why most people do not need another hack<br>• The role of energy balance without oversimplifying the process<br>• Why the gym is not the main fat loss tool<br>• How lifting, cardio, steps, nutrition, sleep, and stress all fit together<br>• Why weekends, alcohol, and liquid calories derail progress<br>• The difference between compassion and dishonesty in conversations about obesity<br>• Why repeatability beats intensity for long-term results<br>• How to find the real “leak” in your fat loss plan</p><p>Sponsors</p><p>This episode is sponsored by Pocket Prep.</p><p>If you’re preparing for the NPTE, CSCS, TSAC-F, or any certification exam, Pocket Prep helps you build real understanding through active recall instead of passive memorization. It’s one of the most effective ways to stay consistent, identify weak areas, and improve your performance under pressure.</p><p>You can get 20% off any Pocket Prep exam prep using my link and code:</p><p>👉 <a href="https://pocketprep.sjv.io/rEajQR">https://pocketprep.sjv.io/rEajQR</a><br>Use code NATE20 for 20% off.</p><p>This episode is also sponsored by Bucked Up.</p><p>Fat loss does not come from hype, shortcuts, or magic supplements. But when your training, nutrition, and habits are already dialed in, the right supplements can help support performance, recovery, and daily execution. I personally use their pre-workout, protein, and creatine, and recommend them because they fit into a real training system without relying on gimmicks.</p><p>You can get 20% off your entire order with code:</p><p>👉 ptcubed3 at checkout</p><p>Connect with me</p><p>Website: ptcubed.com<br>Instagram: @ptcubed<br>Email: <a href="mailto:natekaram@ptcubed.com">natekaram@ptcubed.com</a></p><p>If this episode helped you rethink fat loss, share it with someone who keeps restarting every Monday, and make sure you’re subscribed so you don’t miss what’s coming next.</p><p>Strength. Rehab. Performance.</p>
April 10, 2026
From Coach to Educator: How to Build Influence in the Fitness Industry (ft. Jeff Payne) | Ep. 26
<p>In this episode, I sit down with Jeff Payne to break down how personal trainers can expand their influence, build a stronger business, and simplify both their coaching and their own training.</p><p>Jeff shares his journey from in-person coaching to building Sorta Healthy Trainer Education into a platform that educates thousands of trainers, along with the key mistakes he made early on that shaped his approach today.</p><p>We dive into why most trainers overcomplicate programming, how to focus on what actually drives results, and what it takes to grow your brand through content and education. Jeff also discusses pricing, consistency, and how to adapt your coaching style as your career and lifestyle evolve.</p><p>If you’re a coach looking to improve your impact, grow your business, or simplify your approach without sacrificing results, this episode will give you a clear framework to move forward.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Jeff Payne / Sorta Healthy Trainer Education</strong>YouTube: <a href="" target="_new" rel="noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@SortaHealthyTrainerEducation</a>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sortahealthyjeff" target="_new" rel="noopener">https://www.instagram.com/sortahealthyjeff</a>Website: <a href="https://www.commencefitness.com/" target="_new" rel="noopener">https://www.commencefitness.com/</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>PT³ (Coaching, Resources, & More)</strong><br>Website: <a href="https://ptcubed.com" target="_new" rel="noopener">https://ptcubed.com</a>Instagram: <a href="" target="_new" rel="noopener">https://www.instagram.com/ptcubed</a>Email: <a href="" rel="noopener">natekaram@ptcubed.com</a></p><p><br></p><p>If you’re looking for structured, evidence-based coaching that bridges strength, rehab, and performance, reach out and get started.</p>
March 27, 2026
Progress Isn’t Linear: Why You Feel Stuck and What to Do About It | Ep. 25
<p>Progress is not linear. But most people expect it to be. </p><p>And when it’s not, when performance dips, motivation drops, or results stall, they assume something is wrong. In reality, that’s exactly how adaptation works.</p><p>In this episode of the PT³ Podcast, I break down why progress naturally fluctuates across training, rehab, and life, and what those fluctuations actually mean. You’ll learn how to interpret setbacks and off days without overreacting, how to adjust your approach without abandoning your plan, and how to stay consistent even when progress doesn’t look the way you expected.</p><p>This episode ties together the entire Q1 arc, including load, capacity, protein utilization, and recovery, and shows you how all of those factors interact in a non-linear system. You’ll walk away with a practical framework for navigating progress instead of chasing perfection.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>In this episode, we cover:</strong></p><p>• Why progress in training and life is inherently non-linear• How load, capacity, recovery, and nutrition fluctuate over time• Why performance dips don’t always mean regression• The difference between normal variability and true setbacks• How to avoid overreacting to short-term changes• The role of consistency in long-term progress• How to adjust your training without abandoning your plan• A practical framework for staying on track when motivation drops</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Sponsors</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>This episode is sponsored by Pocket Prep.</strong></p><p>If you’re preparing for the NPTE, CSCS, TSAC-F, or any certificationexam, Pocket Prep helps you build real understanding through active recall instead of passive memorization. It’s one of the most effective ways to stay consistent and improve your performance under pressure.</p><p>You can get <strong>20% off any Pocket Prep exam prep</strong> using my link andcode:</p><p>👉 https://pocketprep.sjv.io/rEajQR<br>Use code <strong>NATE20</strong> for 20% off.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>This episode is also sponsored by Bucked Up.</strong></p><p>Progress isn’t linear, but consistency is what drives results. Bucked Up supplements are designed to support performance, recovery, and daily execution when your training and nutrition are already dialed in. I personally use their pre-workout, protein, and creatine, and recommend them because they support training without relying on hype or gimmicks.</p><p>You can get <strong>20% off your entire order</strong> with code:</p><p>👉 <strong>ptcubed3</strong> at checkout</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Connect with me</strong></p><p>Website: <a href="https://ptcubed.com" target="_new">https://ptcubed.com</a><br>Instagram: @ptcubed<br>Email: natekaram@ptcubed.com</p><p><br></p><p>If this episode helped you reframe how you think about progress, share it with someone who feels stuck despite working hard, and make sure you’re subscribed so you don’t miss what’s coming next.</p><p>Strength. Rehab. Performance.</p><p></p>
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