About Table Talk - Where Every Great Conversation Starts
Round Table is Vitruvian Health’s raw, Aussie-made podcast where founder Karl McKenna and top coaches, clinicians, and thinkers rip open their playbooks. Each week, we bust diet myths, decode strength, recovery, and mindset, and hand you bite-sized tactics you can action before the episode ends. No fluff, no filters, just real wins, science that sticks, and a community chasing relentless excellence. Pull up a chair, hit follow, and level up.
In this episode, Karl answers the question everyone asks before summer — “How do I gain muscle fast… without creatine?”
He breaks it down Vitruvian-style into six key pillars: Training, Nutrition, Lifestyle, Mindset, Supplementation, and Sleep.
You’ll learn how to structure your workouts for hypertrophy, how to eat for growth without dirty bulking, and how to recover like an athlete. Karl also shares his personal insights on genetics, mindset, and the overlooked fundamentals that separate consistent progress from constant plateaus.
What You’ll Learn:
Why sleep is your “legal growth hormone”
The real role of protein, carbs, and calories for building lean mass
Smart supplement strategies beyond creatine
The 4 training fundamentals: Progressive Overload, Time Under Tension, Full Range of Motion, and No Pain
How to track progress with photos, data, and self-awareness
Why genetics isn’t an excuse — and how to outwork them
Whether you’re new to lifting or chasing your next 5 kilos of lean muscle, this episode gives you the clarity and structure to grow stronger — the right way.
9 Oct 2025
The Truth About Protein: Health, Energy & Muscle
Protein isn’t just about building muscle... It’s the foundation of almost everything your body does. In this episode, Karl breaks down the science of protein and amino acids in a way that’s easy (and entertaining) to understand. From appetite regulation and body composition to energy, blood flow, stress response, and even DNA synthesis, you’ll see why protein truly is a non-negotiable.
You’ll also learn how to spot which proteins actually work for your body, why digestion matters just as much as macros, and how to use protein powders and amino acids wisely. Whether you’re a lifter, a busy professional, or just someone wanting more energy, this episode gives you the blueprint to get protein right.
9 Oct 2025
Fix Your Knees: Heal, Lengthen, Strengthen
Not medical advice, just real-world coaching that works. In this episode, Karl breaks down knee rehab and joint health in plain English: why the knee is a hinge that’s governed by the ankle and hip, and how to rebuild with short, consistent sessions.
You’ll learn the four training fundamentals (progressive overload, full range of motion, time under tension, no pain) and how to use regressions/progressions to keep moving forward safely.
We cover the “Heal → Lengthen → Strengthen” framework (think: high-rep calf raises, controlled hamstring work, TKEs, isometrics), smart frequency (10–15 mins most days), and everyday habits like single-leg balance while brushing your teeth. Plus: when to bring in a great clinician, and how VH’s structural balance assessments turn guesswork into a plan.
Reach and audience
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YouTube views
270,602
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Spotify
5.0 / 5
1 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 72 / 100
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Social presence
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YouTube
86
Engagement
27
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Karl host the show. Published by Vitruvian Health.
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