RAW with Marty Gallagher

Cristi Bartlett, Director of Strength and Conditioning at North Carolina State University, was back with us today. As a former competitive powerlifter, she's switched gears and is currently transforming her physique and getting ripped through the strategic use of....chicken wings and tequila? All that and much more including how to properly utilize your desk for maximum recovery. Don't miss the craziness!Besides her current position at NC State, her other credentials include assistant strength coach in the XFL for The New York Guardians, she worked with the Tennessee Titans and spent 9 years at University of Pennsylvania with Jim Steel designing and implementing the strength and conditioning programs for multiple sports.Make sure to visit www.ironcompany.com for the best online selection of dumbbell sets including rubber hex dumbbells, urethane hex dumbbells, urethane solid steel dumbbells and dumbbell racks. Check back weekly for Powerlifting Articles by Marty Gallagher where he discusses everything from different modes of cardio training to the benefits of fasted cardio. His latest article "Ori Hofmekler and Stress" is up now. And don't forget the Jim Steel strength training articles combining his head strength coach experience from the University of Pennsylvania for twenty years with decades of successful powerlifting meets and bodybuilding competitions for us all to learn from and enjoy. His latest article "What I've Learned from Training Tier One Spec Ops" is up now. Are you in the Charlotte, NC area and in need of a personal trainer? Visit KB Fitness Personal Training. Keri Brice's passion is empowering people with proven techniques and tactics used by world class athletes that will help clients crush their goals, live the healthy lifestyle they've always wanted and to become the best version of themselves.Thanks for listening and if you like what you hear please give us a review on your favorite podcast player. 

Make sure to visit www.ironcompany.com for the best online gym flooring selection including artificial turf, interlocking rubber tiles, rubber flooring rolls, rubber gym mats and gym flooring adhesive and cleaners. Another cornucopia of invaluable nutrition and dieting information, with our good friend and fitness guru, Rich Salke. And of course, the usual potpourri of musings and other off-topic funny business you'd expect. To contact Rich, visit the Rich Salke website.Rich Salke is a well respected fitness professional who's credentials include champion bodybuilder, instructor of Kinesiology at the University of Maryland, professor in the physiology of exercise, weight control and physical conditioning and is also a lecturer and trainer for the U.S. Secret Service.Check back weekly for Powerlifting Articles by Marty Gallagher where he discusses everything from different modes of cardio training to the benefits of fasted cardio. His latest article "Sustained Strength Mastery" is up now. And don't forget the Jim Steel strength and conditioning articles combining his head strength coach experience from the University of Pennsylvania for twenty years with decades of successful powerlifting meets and bodybuilding competitions for us all to learn from and enjoy. His latest article "What I've Learned from Training Tier One Spec Ops" is up now. Are you in the Charlotte, NC area and in need of a personal trainer? Visit KB Fitness Personal Training. Keri Brice's passion is empowering people with proven techniques and tactics used by world class athletes that will help clients crush their goals, live the healthy lifestyle they've always wanted and to become the best version of themselves.Thanks for listening and if you like what you hear please give us a review on your favorite podcast player.

Make sure to visit www.ironcompany.com for all the latest free weight equipment including dumbbells, barbells, weight plates and kettlebells.Today we discussed safeguards and strategies for avoiding overtraining and undertraining in powerlifting, bodybuilding and resistance training in general. We also touched on the importance of nutrition and how your diet plays an important role in helping to prevent overtaining and stagnation. Check back weekly for Powerlifting Articles by Marty Gallagher where he discusses everything from different modes of cardio training to the benefits of fasted cardio. His latest article "Sustained Strength Mastery" is up now. And don't forget the Jim Steel strength and conditioning articles combining his head strength coach experience from the University of Pennsylvania for twenty years with decades of successful powerlifting meets and bodybuilding competitions for us all to learn from and enjoy. His latest article "What I've Learned from Training Tier One Spec Ops" is up now. Thanks for listening and if you like what you hear please give us a review on your favorite podcast player.

Make sure to visit Ironcompany for all the latest powerlifting equipment, strength training equipment, gym flooring and free weights. Legends Of Strength - Ed Coan, Ray Williams, Marty Gallagher. Recently, Marty Gallagher was asked to be one of three strength Legends at the Living Legends Weekend in Tysons Corner, VA alongside the greatest powerlifter of all time, Ed Coan, and Ray Williams, who currently holds the world record for the heaviest raw squat at 1,080 lbs. The guys were hand picked to give play-by-play commentary at the 2022 USPA Virginia State Powerlifting Championships and Strongman Open Pound For Pound Challenge. Tons of great musings and observations from Marty on this one.Check back weekly for Articles For Powerlifing by Marty Gallagher where he discusses everything from different modes of cardio training to the benefits of fasted cardio. His latest article "Lessons From Powerlifter Ed Coan" is up now. And don't forget the Jim Steel strength and conditioning articles combining his head strength coach experience from the University of Pennsylvania for twenty years with decades of successful powerlifting meets and bodybuilding competitions for us all to learn from and enjoy. His latest article "Get Ripped And Ready For Summer" is up now. Thanks for listening and if you like what you hear please give us a review on your favorite podcast player.

Make sure to visit Ironcompany for all the latest USA Made Gym Equipment, Gym Equipment For GSA Contract Purchase, Recycled Gym Equipment For Green Purchasing, and Gym Equipment Financing.Every year as we approach summer, a reoccuring question resurfaces...how best do I build BIG arms?? How many times a week should I train arms? How many sets? How many reps? What exercises are best? As long as the male species exists, men and boys will seek ways to increase the size of their guns - every generation has this same urge - arms betray power!  Check back weekly for Resistance Training Articles by Marty Gallagher where he discusses everything from different modes of cardio training to the benefits of fasted cardio. His latest article "Invasion Of The Body Snatchers" is up now. And don't forget the Jim Steel strength and conditioning articles combining his head strength coach experience from the University of Pennsylvania for twenty years with decades of successful powerlifting meets and bodybuilding competitions for us all to learn from and enjoy. His latest article "Get Ripped And Ready For Summer" is up now. Thanks for listening and if you like what you hear please give us a review on your favorite podcast player.

Make sure to visit Ironcompany for all the latest strength training equipment including squat racks, power cages, jungle gyms, weight benches and more. Today' guest is Dr. Charlie Seltzer, MD, CSCS, and Diplomat of the American Board of Obesity Medicine. He's the only physician in the country who holds both a board certification in Obesity Medicine and a CSCS certification by the National Strength and Conditioning Association. He's also a former natural bodybuilding competitor and regional champion.Dr. Seltzer takes a 360 degree approach to helping clients gain control of their health which includes a complete metabolic workup, medication and supplementation review, recommendation and prescription, nutrition counseling, physician-supervised exercise programs and personal training. Find out more about Dr. Charlie Seltzer and the services he offers by visiting http://www.drseltzerweightloss.com/Check back weekly for world class training articles by Marty Gallagher where he discusses everything from different modes of cardio training to the benefits of fasted cardio. His latest article "Cardio Training Periodization" is up now. And don't forget the Jim Steel strength and conditioning articles combining his head strength coach experience from the University of Pennsylvania for twenty years with decades of successful powerlifting meets and bodybuilding competitions for us all to learn from and enjoy. His latest article "Deadlifts For Life" is up now. Thanks for listening and if you like what you hear please give us a review on your favorite podcast player.

Make sure to visit Ironcompany for all the latest rubber gym flooring solutions including artificial turf, interlocking rubber tiles, rubber flooring rolls and rubber gym mats. Today' guest was John Roy, a US Army Vet, husband, father of two girls, self-published author, full-time career man,...and competitive powerlifter. Early mornings John can be found down in the basement, in the iron trenches, forging himself into a better version of his current existence through unwavering consistency and determination. What's your excuse? Lots of great lifting topics and discussion. Don't miss it! Make sure to check out John Roy's Books on Amazon.comCheck back weekly for world class training articles by Marty Gallagher where he discusses everything from different modes of cardio training to the benefits of fasted cardio. His latest article "Bench Press Assistance Work" is up now. And don't forget the Jim Steel strength and conditioning articles combining his head strength coach experience from the University of Pennsylvania for twenty years with decades of successful powerlifting meets and bodybuilding competitions for us all to learn from and enjoy. His latest article "Deadlifts For Life" is up now. Thanks for listening and if you like what you hear please give us a review on your favorite podcast player. 

Today we welcomed Kansas City Chief, Justin Watson, 5th year NFL wide receiver and Super Bowl 55 champion. It was very interesting learning about the transition from college football to the NFL in regards to intensity, work ethic, training, diet and much more. Justin is a prime example of what it takes to get to the professional level. Justin supports the Make-A-Wish Foundation and Give Kids The World Village. Make sure to visit Ironcompany.com for all the latest gym equipment and flooring solutions for high schools, colleges, professional sports teams and the US Government. Check back weekly for world class training articles by Marty Gallagher where he discusses everything from different modes of cardio training to the benefits of fasted cardio. His latest article "Bench Press Assistance Work" is up now. And don't forget the Jim Steel strength and conditioning articles combining his head strength coach experience from the University of Pennsylvania for twenty years with decades of successful powerlifting meets and bodybuilding competitions for us all to learn from and enjoy. His latest article "Deadlifts For Life" is up now. Thanks for listening and if you like what you hear please give us a review on your favorite podcast player.

Make sure to visit Ironcompany.com for all the latest cardio training equipment, free weight equipment, rubber gym flooring and strength training equipment.Today's podcast revolved around getting in shape for summer in the shortest amount of time possible. Consistency and accountability are key as long as you're on a solid plan tailored to your individual fitness and nutrition goals. One size does not fit all. With all the misinformation running rampant online, do yourself a favor and be a sceptic, not a sucker!Check back weekly for cardio training articles by Marty Gallagher where he discusses everything from different modes of cardio training to the benefits of fasted cardio. His latest article "Bench Press Assistance Work" is up now. And don't forget the Jim Steel strength and conditioning articles combining his head strength coach experience from the University of Pennsylvania for twenty years with decades of successful powerlifting meets and bodybuilding competitions for us all to learn from and enjoy. His latest article "Deadlifts For Life" is up now. Thanks for listening and if you like what you hear please give us a review on your favorite podcast player.

Make sure to visit Ironcompany.com for all the latest strength training equipment such as power cages, squat racks, weight benches and selectorized gym equipment. Today's discussion was a bi-product of Jim Steel's latest article, Deadlifts For Life. We examined the importance of the deadlift as one of the main core-four lifts, as a tool in everyday life and its role in enhancing mobility and extending longevity. We also explored additional benefits, techniques, variations, tools and myths. If you want to learn more about the deadlift, don't miss this podcast!Check back weekly for resistance training articles by Marty Gallagher where Marty discusses everything from the squat, deadlift, bench press, overhead press and even historical bodybuilding musings. His latest article "Muscle Myths" is up now. And don't forget the Jim Steel strength and conditioning articles combining his head strength coach experience from the University of Pennsylvania for twenty years with decades of successful powerlifting meets and bodybuilding competitions for us all to learn from and enjoy. His latest article "Deadlifts For Life" is up now. Thanks for listening and if you like what you hear please give us a review on your favorite podcast player.

Make sure to visit Ironcompany.com for all the latest cardio equipment including Self Powered Treadmills, Indoor Rowing Machines, Stepmills, Workout Sleds and Vertical Climbers. Neuroplasticity is a term that refers to the brain's ability to change and adapt as a result of experience. No better way to trigger neuroplasticity than flipping your transformative template upside-down and training totally opposite from how you normally train. "If every instinct you have is wrong, the opposite must be right!" Do the OPPOSITE of what you are thinking. ~ George CostanzaCheck back weekly for resistance training articles by Marty Gallagher where Marty discusses everything from the squat, deadlift, bench press, overhead press and even historical bodybuilding musings. His latest article "George Costanza: Neuroplasticity Guru"  is up now. And don't forget the Jim Steel strength and conditioning articles combining his head strength coach experience from the University of Pennsylvania for twenty years with decades of successful powerlifting meets and bodybuilding competitions for us all to learn from and enjoy. His latest article "Deadlifts For Life" is up now. And if you're looking for personal training in Charlotte, NC   check out KB Fitness for custom programming and verifiable results.Thanks for listening and if you like what you hear please give us a review on your favorite podcast player.

Make sure to visit Ironcompany.com for all the latest gym equipment including the XEBEX Vertical Climber 2.0, XEBEX Magnetic Resistance Training Sled, Stroops Optimill Treadmill, and our SportsArt Bi-Directional Rehabilitation Treadmill.Rich Salke was back with us today discussing the do's and don'ts of nutrition. He always brings a wealth of knowledge from his 25+ years of fitness industry experience where he began his career as a competitive bodybuilder and is now an instructor in the Kinesiology Department at the University of Maryland and is a lecturer and trainer for the U.S. Secret Service. This one is jam packed with useful nutrition and dieting info for any fitness level. Learn more about Rich Salke.Check back weekly for weightlifting articles by Marty Gallagher where Marty discusses everything from the squat, deadlift, bench press, overhead press and even historical bodybuilding musings. His latest article "George Costanza: Neuroplasticity Guru"  is up now. And don't forget the Jim Steel strength and conditioning articles combining his head strength coach experience from the University of Pennsylvania for twenty years with decades of successful powerlifting meets and bodybuilding competitions for us all to learn from and enjoy. His latest article "Weightlifting - The Little Things Are A Big Deal" is up now. And if you're looking for personal training in Charlotte, NC check out KB Fitness for custom programming and verifiable results.Thanks for listening and if you like what you hear please give us a review on your favorite podcast player.

Make sure to visit Ironcompany.com for your next purchase of strength training equipment, rubber gym flooring, free weight equipment, cardio equipment and gym equipment wipes and cleaning supplies. Today we met up with Navy veteran Ken Stewart, owner of Tysons Playground and Blackout in Tysons Corner, VA. Among many topics, we asked him to describe what it takes to be a successful gym owner and personal trainer in todays environment. This is a great listen for all, especially the personal trainers and business owners out there. And don't forget to check out the Living Legends Weekend May 13-15 2022 with Ed Coan, Kirk Karwoski, Marty Gallagher and many more power legends. Check back weekly for weightlifting articles by Marty Gallagher where Marty discusses everything from the squat, deadlift, bench press, overhead press and even historical bodybuilding musings. His latest article "Putting A Finer Point On Resistance Training"  is up now. And don't forget the Jim Steel strength and conditioning articles combining his head strength coach experience from the University of Pennsylvania for twenty years with decades of successful powerlifting meets and bodybuilding competitions for us all to learn from and enjoy. His latest article "Weightlifting - The Little Things Are A Big Deal" is up now. And if you're looking for a personal trainer in Charlotte, NC check out KB Fitness for custom programming and verifiable results.Thanks for listening and if you like what you hear please give us a review on your favorite podcast player.

Make sure to visit Ironcompany.com for your next purchase of free weight equipment including kettlebells, bumper plates, rubber hex dumbbells and Olympic bars. What's 5' 10" and 245 lbs., squats 865, benches 523, deadlifts 832, consumes 12,000 calories a day including 16-hamburgers and chews Gatorade gum to make weight before a meet? The one and only, Willie Bell. Lots of great musings today and a glimpse into the training and diet at the career peak of the first man in the US Armed Forces to total over 2,000 lbs. Don't miss this one!Check back weekly for best powerlifting articles by Marty Gallagher where Marty discusses everything from the squat, deadlift, bench press, overhead press and even historical bodybuilding musings. His latest article "Putting A Finer Point On Resistance Training"  is up now. And don't forget the Jim Steel strength training articles combining his head strength coach experience from the University of Pennsylvania for twenty years with decades of successful powerlifting meets and bodybuilding competitions for us all to learn from and enjoy. His latest article "Weightlifting - The Little Things Are A Big Deal" is up now. And if you're looking for a personal trainer in Charlotte, NC check out KB Fitness for custom programming and verifiable results.Thanks for listening and if you like what you hear please give us a review on your favorite podcast player.

Make sure to visit Ironcompany.com for your next purchase of free weight equipment including urethane dumbbells, urethane barbells, urethane plates and deep dish Olympic plates. Interesting discussion today on the synthesis of powerlifting and bodybuilding. 6-time Mr. Olympia Dorian Yates attained his mind-blowing muscle mass by using what Marty dubbed, “powerlifting – with forced reps". Ed Coan, the greatest powerlifter in the world, augmented his core powerlifts with a wide array of assistance exercises such as bicep curls, tricep pushdowns and wide-grip pull-ups. Don't miss this new episode of RAW!Check back weekly for best powerlifting articles by Marty Gallagher where Marty discusses everything from the squat, deadlift, bench press, overhead press and even historical bodybuilding musings. His latest article "The World's Strongest Man"  is up now. And don't forget the Jim Steel strength training articles combining his head strength coach experience from the University of Pennsylvania for twenty years with decades of successful powerlifting meets and bodybuilding competitions for us all to learn from and enjoy. His latest article "Ten Tips For Building Barn Door Lats" is up now. Thanks for listening and if you like what you hear please give us a review on your favorite podcast player.

Make sure to visit Ironcompany.com for your next purchase of gym equipment including the Optimill Self-Propelled Flat Treadmill For GSA Purchase, Performance Station Wall-Mounted Rack, XEBEX Magnetic Resistance Training Sled For GSA Purchase, and Sanitizing Wipes Rolls to keep all your equipment clean and free of germs. With us today was Dr. Christian Conte, a licensed professional counselor and a world-renowned, level-5 anger management specialist who works with violent criminals to professional athletes. Today's discussion revolved around the mind in athletics and the mind in life. The role of THE MIND in athletics has been a hot topic for decades - the premise being - alter your MINDSET in such a way that PERFORMANCE IS IMPROVED. We also discussed how to apply these different strategies to everyday life and occupation. Lots of great info including the intersection of fitness and anger management and much more! Please visit Dr. Conte's website at http://www.drchristianconte.com and his YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/drchristianconte  Check back weekly for best powerlifting articles by Marty Gallagher where Marty discusses everything from the squat, deadlift, bench press, overhead press and even historical bodybuilding musings. His latest article "The World's Strongest Man"  is up now. And don't forget the Jim Steel strength training articles combining his head strength coach experience from the University of Pennsylvania for twenty years with decades of successful powerlifting meets and bodybuilding competitions for us all to learn from and enjoy. His latest article "Ten Tips For Building Barn Door Lats" is up now. Thanks for listening and if you like what you hear please give us a review on your favorite podcast player.

Make sure to visit Ironcompany.com for your next purchase of gym flooring including 1/2" interlocking rubber tiles, 3/4" interlocking gym flooring, 3/8" black rolled rubber and 3/8" colored rubber flooring rolls. Today we discussed training around injuries. When you get injured you have two choices, quit or find a way to train around the injury. Training around the injury requires an adjustment of the training menu and the tools used to perform these exercises. Herniated discs, broken legs, injured shoulders and more were all a part of the discussion. Some great perspective from 100+ years of cumulative resistance training.Check back weekly for best powerlifting articles by Marty Gallagher where Marty discusses everything from the squat, deadlift, bench press, overhead press and even historical bodybuilding musings. His latest article "Training Around A Serious Injury" is up now. And don't forget the Jim Steel best strength and conditioning articles combining his head strength coach experience from the University of Pennsylvania for twenty years with decades of successful powerlifting meets and bodybuilding competitions for us all to learn from and enjoy. His latest article "Ten Tips For Building Barn Door Lats" is up now. Thanks for listening and if you like what you hear please give us a review on your favorite podcast player.

Make sure to visit Ironcompany.com for your next purchase of cardio equipment including elliptical trainers, exercise bikes, rowing machines, stair climbers and treadmills. Chief Kevin Molis from the Malden, MA Police Department joined us today for a discussion on the importance of fitness and nutrition in law enforcement, including some observations of its evolution. Chief Molis's passion for resistance training dates back to the 1970's forward so this one is jam packed with useful and entertaining information. Don't miss it!Chief Molis's Recommended Charities:Cops For Kids With CancerBoston's Wounded Vet RunCheck back weekly for best powerlifting articles by Marty Gallagher where Marty discusses everything from the squat, deadlift, bench press, overhead press and even historical bodybuilding musings. His latest article "Training Around A Serious Injury" is up now. And don't forget the Jim Steel best strength and conditioning articles combining his head strength coach experience from the University of Pennsylvania for twenty years with decades of successful powerlifting meets and bodybuilding competitions for us all to learn from and enjoy. His latest article "Ten Tips For Building Barn Door Lats" is up now. Thanks for listening and if you like what you hear please give us a review on your favorite podcast player.

Make sure to visit https://www.ironcompany.com for your next purchase of weight equipment including barbell sets, dumbbell sets, kettlebell sets and weight plate sets. Corey Boswell, research scientist for the Dept. of Defense and Marty's online coaching client, stopped in today to discuss the gains he's achieved over the last 6-months training each lift just once a week in his garage gym. At 42 years old and with such a short time under the bar, will Marty convince him to enter a powerlifting meet? Tune in and find out!Check back weekly for best powerlifting articles by Marty Gallagher where Marty discusses everything from the squat, deadlift, bench press, overhead press and even historical bodybuilding musings. His latest article "Training Around A Serious Injury" is up now. And don't forget the Jim Steel best strength and conditioning articles combining his head strength coach experience from the University of Pennsylvania for twenty years with decades of successful powerlifting meets and bodybuilding competitions for us all to learn from and enjoy. His latest article "Ten Tips For Building Barn Door Lats" is up now. Thanks for listening and if you like what you hear please give us a review on your favorite podcast player.

Make sure to visit https://www.ironcompany.com for your next purchase of strength training equipment including weight bench, half rack and squat rack, power rack and power cage and squat stands. The "Iron Tamer" Dave Whitley stopped by today to discuss how and why he became a performing strongman and motivational speaker. He let us in on some of his crazy strength feats like bending crescent wrenches in half, rolling up frying pans, crushing coconuts with his bare hands and much more. As you can imagine, we had a lot of questions for Dave you won't hear anywhere else. For more info on Dave Whitley visit his Iron Tamer Website , check out his book SuperHuman YOU  and discover the Secrets Of The SuperHuman Mind!Check back weekly for best powerlifting articles by Marty Gallagher where Marty discusses everything from the squat, deadlift, bench press, overhead press and even historical bodybuilding musings. His latest article "In The Coaching Trenches" is up now. And don't forget the Jim Steel best strength and conditioning articles combining his head strength coach experience from the University of Pennsylvania for twenty years with decades of successful powerlifting meets and bodybuilding competitions for us all to learn from and enjoy. His latest article "Strategies for Sticking to Your Fitness Goals" is up now. Thanks for listening and if you like what you hear please give us a review on your favorite podcast player.

Make sure to visit IRON COMPANY for your next purchase of rubber gym mats, rolled rubber flooring, interlocking rubber tiles and artificial turf. How much of a role does a coaches own passion, enthusiasm and level of involvement in the sport they teach play in the success of his or her athletes? Are degrees and certifications enough, or should a strength coach be an avid lifter too? Great conversation on the importance in having passion for whatever you do in life. It makes a difference. Check back weekly for best powerlifting articles by Marty Gallagher where Marty discusses everything from the squat, deadlift, bench press, overhead press and even historical bodybuilding musings. His latest article "Minimal Dose Resistance Training – Abstract Impressions" is up now. And don't forget the Jim Steel best strength and conditioning articles combining his head strength coach experience from the University of Pennsylvania for twenty years with decades of successful powerlifting meets and bodybuilding competitions for us all to learn from and enjoy. His latest article "Strategies for Sticking to Your Fitness Goals" is up now. Thanks for listening and if you like what you hear please give us a review on your favorite podcast player.

Make sure to visit IRON COMPANY for your next purchase of squat racks, power cage, squat stands and weight bench. With us today is Cristi Bartlett, Director of Strength and Conditioning at North Carolina State University where she oversees 6 strength coaches and over 500 athletes. Other credentials include assistant strength coach in the XFL for The New York Guardians, worked with the Tennessee Titans and spent 9 years at University of Pennsylvania with Jim Steel designing and implementing the strength and conditioning programs for multiple sports. Lots of training talk, musings and a lot more. Don't miss it!Check back weekly for best powerlifting articles by Marty Gallagher where Marty discusses everything from the squat, deadlift, bench press, overhead press and even historical bodybuilding musings. His latest article "Curl Man - Bicep Curl Fanatic" is up now. And don't forget the Jim Steel best strength and conditioning articles combining his head strength coach experience from the University of Pennsylvania for twenty years with decades of successful powerlifting meets and bodybuilding competitions for us all to learn from and enjoy. His latest article "Strategies for Sticking to Your Fitness Goals" is up now. Thanks for listening and if you like what you hear please give us a review on your favorite podcast player.

Make sure to visit IRON COMPANY for your next purchase of dumbbells, barbells, weight plates and kettlebells. The annual New Year's gym invasion is in full swing. We now find ourselves maneuvering through a herd of unfamiliar faces while we search for an empty squat rack that isn't already occupied by someone doing curls. But not to worry! If this year is anything like all previous years, most of these folks will be gone within the first 14 days. Why? Because their strategy yields no results and without results there is no enthusiasm. Listen in while we break down our proven resistance training strategies guaranteed to reverse your current state of physical misfortune.Check back weekly for best power building articles by Marty Gallagher where Marty discusses everything from the squat, deadlift, bench press, overhead press and even historical bodybuilding musings. His latest article "Muscle Replenishment" is up now. And don't forget the Jim Steel best strength and conditioning articles combining his head strength coach experience from the University of Pennsylvania for twenty years with decades of successful powerlifting meets and bodybuilding competitions for us all to learn from and enjoy. His latest article "Top 5 Gym Equipment Choices For Size and Strength Gains" is up now. Thanks for listening and if you like what you hear please give us a review on your favorite podcast player.

Make sure to visit https://www.ironcompany.com for all your strength training equipment including urethane dumbbells, weight bench, Olympic bars, weight plates and gym flooring.With us today is IFBB Pro Bodybuilder and BJJ Black Belt, Tyler Brey. Tyler's not only an IFBB pro bodybuilder, a former powerlifter, a black belt in BJJ and a personal trainer but he was also born with Spina Bifida. So how did he accomplish all these physical feats having Spina Bifida? Better yet, how was he able to use it to his advantage at times? Don't miss it! Check back weekly for best bodybuilder articles by Marty Gallagher where Marty discusses everything from the squat, deadlift, bench press, overhead press and even historical bodybuilding musings. His latest article "Dave Draper - Forged Passion" is up now. And don't forget the Jim Steel best strength and conditioning articles combining his head strength coach experience from the University of Pennsylvania for twenty years with decades of successful powerlifting meets and bodybuilding competitions for us all to learn from and enjoy. His latest article "My Competitive Bodybuilding Experience" is up now. Thanks for listening and if you like what you hear please give us a review on your favorite podcast player.

Make sure to visit IRON COMPANY for kettlebell sets and equipment including iron kettlebells, powder coated kettlebells, safe-drop kettlebells and kettlebell racks. Todays guest was long time friend of the podcast, Michael Krivka. He is a Master RKC and owner of CrossFit Koncepts in Gaithersburg, MD. We discussed his background in martial arts, kettlebell training and strength training, how they can all be integrated together and how he owes his life to the resiliency created through training that kept him alive during a recent "Widow Maker" heart attack. Check out our weekly our best powerlifting articles by Marty Gallagher where Marty discusses everything from the squat, deadlift, bench press, overhead press and much more. His latest article "Power Rack Training" is up now. And don't forget the Jim Steel best strength and conditioning articles combining his head strength coach experience from the University of Pennsylvania for twenty years with decades of successful powerlifting meets and bodybuilding competitions for us all to learn from and enjoy. His latest article "My Competitive Bodybuilding Experience" is up now. Thanks for listening and if you like what you hear please give us a review on your favorite podcast player.

Make sure to visit IRON COMPANY for dumbbell sets including rubber hex dumbbells, urethane steel dumbbells, pro-style dumbbells and American made dumbbells.We're now in November, the holidays are coming and the new year is right around the corner. So today we wanted to discuss prepping for the new year. A lot of people out there set “New Year's Resolutions” to lose weight, eat better, pack on some muscle or whatever. Most the time these well intended “wishes” backfire and go up in smoke because they were just that, a wish and not an actual plan. Do you have an overarching goal for yourself? Well, how about doing something different this year….like getting the results you seek and holding onto them throughout the year? Check out our weekly our best Strength and Conditioning Articles by Marty Gallagher where Marty discusses everything from the squat, deadlift, bench press, overhead press and much more. His latest article "Mental Flexibility & Neuroplasticity" is up now. And don't forget the Jim Steel strength and muscle building articles combining his head strength coach experience from the University of Pennsylvania for twenty years with decades of successful powerlifting meets and bodybuilding competitions for us all to learn from and enjoy. His latest article "My Competitive Bodybuilding Experience" is up now. Thanks for listening and if you like what you hear please give us a review on your favorite podcast player.

Make sure to visit www.ironcompany.com for all your gym flooring including rubber gym mats, rubber flooring rolls, rubber puzzle tiles and rubber flooring adhesive.Check out our weekly Weight Training Articles by Marty Gallagher where Marty discusses everything from the squat, deadlift, bench press, overhead press and much more. His latest article "Why We Love The Power Clean" is up now. And don't forget the Jim Steel Strength Training Articles combining his head strength coach experience from the University of Pennsylvania for twenty years with decades of successful powerlifting meets and bodybuilding competitions for us all to learn from and enjoy. His latest article "Powerlifting Training and Competition" is up now. Thanks for listening and if you like what you hear please give us a review on your favorite podcast player.

Special thanks to our good friend Don Berry for coming in. Please visit Berry Chiropractic Center or stop in for a consultation if you're in the Frederick, MD area. Make sure to visit IRON COMPANY for all your gym flooring including interlocking rubber tiles, rolled rubber, rubber mats and artificial turf. Check out our weekly Powerlifting Articles by Marty Gallagher where Marty discusses everything from the squat, deadlift, bench press, overhead press and much more. His latest article "The Bench Press Wisdom Of Ed Coan" is up now. And don't forget the Jim Steel Strength And Conditioning Articles combining his head strength coach experience from the University of Pennsylvania for twenty years with decades of successful powerlifting meets and bodybuilding competitions for us all to learn from and enjoy. His latest article "Powerlifting Training and Competition" is up now. Thanks for listening and if you like what you hear please give us a review on your favorite podcast player.

Thanks again to the GOAT, Eddy Coan for coming back on. It's always a pleasure.Make sure to visit IRON COMPANY for all your free weight equipment including barbells, dumbbells, Olympic bars and weight plates. Check out our weekly Powerlifting Articles by Marty Gallagher where Marty discusses everything from the squat, deadlift, bench press, overhead press and much more. His latest article "The Bench Press Wisdom Of Ed Coan" is up now. And don't forget the Jim Steel Weightlifting Articles combining his head strength coach experience from the University of Pennsylvania for twenty years with decades of successful powerlifting meets and bodybuilding competitions for us all to learn from and enjoy. His latest article "Powerlifting Training and Competition" is up now. Thanks for listening and if you like what you hear please give us a review on your favorite podcast player.

Thanks again to our good friend Zach Even - Esh for coming in today. You can visit him at ZachStrength.com for Uncensored Newsletter & Free Training Courses. And visit him on all social media channels @ZEvenEsh Make sure to visit IRON COMPANY for all your free weight equipment including barbells, dumbbells, Olympic bars and weight plates. Check out our weekly Powerlifting Articles by Marty Gallagher where Marty discusses everything from the squat, deadlift, bench press, overhead press and much more. His latest article "Recovery Accelerators For Weight Training" is up now. And don't forget the Jim Steel Weightlifting Articles combining his head strength coach experience from the University of Pennsylvania for twenty years with decades of successful powerlifting meets and bodybuilding competitions for us all to learn from and enjoy. His latest article "Powerlifting Training and Competition" is up now. Thanks for listening and if you like what you hear please give us a review on your favorite podcast player.

Make sure to visit IRON COMPANY for all your gym flooring needs including interlocking rubber flooring tiles, rolled rubber flooring, rubber gym mats and artificial turf.Check out our weekly Strength Training Articles by Marty Gallagher where Marty discusses everything from the squat, deadlift, bench press, overhead press and much more. His latest article "Post-Workout Replenishment For Weight Training" is up now. And don't forget the Jim Steel Weightlifting Articles combining his head strength coach experience from the University of Pennsylvania for twenty years with decades of successful powerlifting meets and bodybuilding competitions for us all to learn from and enjoy. His latest article "Bicep and Tricep Training" is up now. Thanks for listening and if you like what you hear please give us a review on your favorite podcast player.

Make sure to visit IRON COMPANY for all your gym equipment needs including dumbbells and dumbbell sets, weight plates, and rubber gym flooring.Check out our weekly Powerlifting Articles by Marty Gallagher where Marty discusses everything from the squat, deadlift, bench press, overhead press and much more. His latest article "Post-Workout Replenishment For Weight Training" is up now. And don't forget the Jim Steel Weight Training Articles combining his head strength coach experience from the University of Pennsylvania for twenty years with decades of successful powerlifting meets and bodybuilding competitions for us all to learn from and enjoy. His latest article "Bicep and Tricep Training" is up now. Thanks for listening and if you like what you hear please give us a review on your favorite podcast player.

Make sure to visit IRON COMPANY for all your strength training equipment needs including power racks, squat racks, weight benches, barbells and gym flooring.Check out our weekly Powerlifting Articles by Marty Gallagher where Marty discusses everything from the squat, deadlift, bench press, overhead press and much more. His latest article "Big Guns - Bicep and Tricep Training for Novice Lifters" is up now. And don't forget the Jim Steel Weight Training Articles combining his head strength coach experience from the University of Pennsylvania for twenty years with decades of successful powerlifting meets and bodybuilding competitions for us all to learn from and enjoy. His latest article "Bicep and Tricep Training" is up now. Thanks for listening and if you like what you hear please give us a review on your favorite podcast player.

Make sure to visit IRON COMPANY for all your gym cleaning product needs including sanitizing wipes rolls, canister wipes for cup holders, gym equipment disinfectant spray and gym wipes dispensers. Check out our weekly Powerlifting Articles by Marty Gallagher where Marty discusses everything from the squat, deadlift, bench press, overhead press and much more. His latest article "Proportionality and Measurements" is up now. And don't forget the Jim Steel Weight Training Articles combining his head strength coach experience from the University of Pennsylvania for twenty years with decades of successful powerlifting meets and bodybuilding competitions for us all to learn from and enjoy. His latest article "Bicep and Tricep Training" is up now. Thanks for listening and if you like what you hear please give us a review on your favorite podcast player.

Make sure to visit IRON COMPANY for all your free weight equipment needs including barbells, dumbbells, weight plates and Olympic bars.Check out our weekly Powerlifting Articles by Marty Gallagher where Marty discusses everything from the squat, deadlift, bench press, overhead press and much more. His latest article "Nothing New Under The Sun" is up now. And don't forget the Jim Steel Weight Training Articles combining his head strength coach experience from the University of Pennsylvania for twenty years with decades of successful powerlifting meets and bodybuilding competitions for us all to learn from and enjoy. His latest article "Weightlifting Mentors and Influencers" is up now. Thanks for listening and if you like what you hear please give us a review on your favorite podcast player.

Make sure to visit IRON COMPANY for all your strength training equipment needs including bumper plates, kettlebells, dumbbells, power cages and rubber mats.Check out our weekly Powerbuilding Articles by Marty Gallagher where Marty discusses everything from the squat, deadlift, bench press, overhead press and much more. His latest article "How to build big ass arms old school style" is up now. And don't forget the Jim Steel Bodybuilding Articles combining his head strength coach experience from the University of Pennsylvania for twenty years with decades of successful powerlifting meets and bodybuilding competitions for us all to learn from and enjoy. His latest article "Weightlifting Mentors and Influencers" is up now. Thanks for listening and if you like what you hear please give us a review on your favorite podcast player.

Special thanks to 6-Time Mr. Olympia Dorian Yates for stopping by today. Check out his sports nutrition company DY Nutrition at https://dynutrition.comYou can view the full Dorian Yates interview on YouTube.Make sure to visit IRON COMPANY for all your strength training equipment needs including urethane dumbbells, urethane weight plates, weightlifting bars and squat racks. Check out our weekly Powerbuilding Articles by Marty Gallagher where Marty discusses everything from the squat, deadlift, bench press, overhead press and much more. His latest article "The Power Savant - Ultra-Minimal Power Training" is up now. And don't forget the Jim Steel Bodybuilding Articles combining his head strength coach experience from the University of Pennsylvania for twenty years with decades of successful powerlifting meets and bodybuilding competitions for us all to learn from and enjoy. Thanks for listening and if you like what you hear please give us a review on your favorite podcast player.

Special thanks to Dr. Ryan Chow for another great podcast. Please visit his websites at https://www.reloadpt.com and https://firstprinciplesofmovement.comMake sure to visit IRON COMPANY for all your free weight equipment and gym flooring needs including premium powder coated kettlebells, rubber hex dumbbells, rubber gym mats and rubber flooring rolls. Check out our weekly Powerbuilding Articles by Marty Gallagher where Marty discusses everything from the squat, deadlift, bench press, overhead press and much more. His latest article "The Power Savant - Ultra-Minimal Power Training" is up now. Stacy Gallagher's website can be found at https://functional-strength.orgAnd don't forget the Jim Steel Strength Training Articles combining his head strength coach experience from the University of Pennsylvania for twenty years with decades of successful powerlifting meets and bodybuilding competitions for us all to learn from and enjoy. And of course, make sure to visit Jimmy's website https://www.basbarbell.comThanks for listening and if you like what you hear please give us a review on your favorite podcast player.

Make sure to visit IRON COMPANY for all your strength training equipment including deep dish Olympic plates, power cages and weightlifting bars. Check out our weekly Powerlifting Articles by Marty Gallagher where Marty discusses everything from the squat, deadlift, bench press, overhead press and much more. His latest article "The Power Savant - Ultra-Minimal Power Training" is up now. Stacy Gallagher's website can be found at https://functional-strength.orgAnd don't forget the Jim Steel Articles combining his head strength coach experience from the University of Pennsylvania for twenty years with decades of successful powerlifting meets and bodybuilding competitions for us all to learn from and enjoy. And of course, make sure to visit Jimmy's website https://www.basbarbell.comThanks for listening and if you like what you hear please give us a review on your favorite podcast player.

Make sure to visit https://www.ironcompany.com for urethane dumbbells, weight bench and Olympic bars for bench pressing. Check out our weekly Marty Gallagher Articles where Marty discusses everything from the squat, deadlift, bench press, overhead press and much more. His latest article "Ten Bench Press Tips and Tricks of the Trade" is up now. Stacy Gallagher's website can be found at https://functional-strength.orgAnd don't forget the Jim Steel Articles combining his head strength coach experience from the University of Pennsylvania for twenty years with decades of successful powerlifting meets and bodybuilding competitions for us all to learn from and enjoy. And of course, make sure to visit Jimmy's website https://www.basbarbell.comThanks for listening and if you like what you hear please give us a review on your favorite podcast player.

Special thanks to Dr. Phil Wagner from Sparta Science for coming in again today to share the great things they are doing to make a big difference in sports and military injury prevention. Make sure to visit https://www.ironcompany.com for kettlebells, dumbbell sets and bumper plates.Check out our weekly Marty Gallagher Articles where Marty discusses everything from the squat, deadlift, bench press, overhead press and much more. His latest article "Reactive Force: Coil & Explode" is up now. And don't forget the Jim Steel Articles combining his head strength coach experience from the University of Pennsylvania for twenty years with decades of successful powerlifting meets and bodybuilding competitions for us all to learn from and enjoy.Thanks for listening and if you like what you hear please give us a review on your favorite podcast player.

Make sure to visit https://www.ironcompany.com for solid steel urethane dumbbells, urethane barbells and urethane weight plates. Check out our weekly Marty Gallagher Articles where Marty discusses everything from the squat, deadlift, bench press, overhead press and much more. His latest article "Reactive Force: Coil & Explode" is up now. And don't forget the Jim Steel Articles combining his head strength coach experience from the University of Pennsylvania for twenty years with decades of successful powerlifting meets and bodybuilding competitions for us all to learn from and enjoy.Thanks for listening and if you like what you hear please give us a review on your favorite podcast player.

Make sure to visit https://www.ironcompany.com for solid rubber bumper plates, urethane hex dumbbells and sanitizing gym wipes. Check out the RAW with Marty Gallagher Articles where Marty discusses everything from the squat, deadlift, bench press, overhead press and much more. His latest article "How bodybuilding training differs from strength training" is up now. And don't forget the Jim Steel Summertime Outdoor Training Articles and many other topics where he harnesses his expertise from being head strength coach at the University of Pennsylvania for twenty years combined with decades of successful powerlifting meets and bodybuilding competitions for us all to learn from and enjoy.Thanks for listening and if you like what you hear please give us a review on your favorite podcast player.

Make sure to visit https://www.ironcompany.com for bumper plates, hex dumbbells and gym wipes. Check out the RAW with Marty Gallagher Coaching Articles where Marty discusses everything from the squat, deadlift, bench press, overhead press and much more. His latest article "The Anabolic Burst" is up now. And don't forget the Jim Steel Summertime Outdoor Training Articles and many other topics where he harnesses his expertise from being head strength coach at the University of Pennsylvania for twenty years combined with decades of successful powerlifting meets and bodybuilding competitions for us all to learn from and enjoy.Thanks for listening and if you like what you hear please give us a review on your favorite podcast player. 

Make sure to visit https://www.ironcompany.com for barbells, dumbbells, weight plates and kettlebells.Check out the RAW with Marty Gallagher Weightlifting Articles where Marty discusses everything from the squat, deadlift, bench press, overhead press and much more. His latest article "Lifespan, Strength Training and Improving Resilience" is up now. And don't forget the Jim Steel Squat Articles and many other topics where he harnesses his expertise from being head strength coach at the University of Pennsylvania for twenty years combined with decades of successful powerlifting meets and bodybuilding competitions for us all to learn from and enjoy.Thanks for listening and if you like what you hear please give us a review on your favorite podcast player.

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Special thanks to CDR Justin Allen for stopping in and for your service to our country. Check out his deployment video here. VFA-143 2019-2020 WORLD TOUR - Strike Fighter Squadron 143, aka "The World Famous Pukin' Dogs" YouTube Video.Make sure to visit IRON COMPANY for all your free weight equipment and rubber gym flooring needs. Check out the RAW with Marty Gallagher weekly column where Marty discusses everything from resistance training, cardio training, nutrition and brain train. His latest article is "Make Meal Frequency Part Of Your Transformational Arsenal" is up now. And lets not forget the Jimmy Steel bodybuilding and powerlifting articles where he harnesses his expertise from being head strength coach at the University of Pennsylvania for twenty years combined with decades of successful powerlifting meets and bodybuilding competitions for us all to learn from and enjoy.Thanks for listening and if you like what you hear please give us a review on your favorite podcast player.  

Visit IRONCOMPANY.COM for all your gym equipment needs including urethane dumbbells, rubber hex dumbbells, powder coated kettlebells, rubber bumper plates and gym equipment wipes.Check out Marty's weekly column, RAW with Marty Gallagher, at IRON COMPANY for training and nutrition info used by world champions. His latest article "Curse Of Too Many Choices" can be found HERE.Jim Steel's monthly column can be found at IRON COMPANY HERE.For online coaching email marty@ironcompany.com or jim@ironcompany.com If you enjoy the podcast please leave us a review. Thanks for listening!

Visit IRONCOMPANY.COM for all your gym equipment needs including barbells, dumbbell sets, weight plates, rubber gym mats and sanitizing wipes. Check out Marty's weekly column, RAW with Marty Gallagher, at IRON COMPANY for training and nutrition info used by world champions. His latest article "Speed and Strength" can be found HERE.Jim Steel's monthly column can be found at IRON COMPANY HERE.For online coaching email marty@ironcompany.com or jim@ironcompany.com If you enjoy the podcast please leave us a review. Thanks for listening!

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Visit IRONCOMPANY.COM for all your gym equipment and flooring needs. We currently have full runs of rubber hex, urethane hex and urethane steel dumbbells in stock. All sizes of rubber bumpers and urethane Olympic plates ship within 48-hours. Olympic bars, curl bars, kettlebells, sanitizing wipes and more are ready to go!Check out Marty's weekly column, RAW with Marty Gallagher, at IRON COMPANY for training and nutrition info used by world champions. His latest article "Nutritional Primitive" can be found HERE.Jim Steel's monthly column can be found at IRON COMPANY HERE.For online coaching email marty@ironcompany.com or jim@ironcompany.com If you enjoy the podcast please leave us a review. Thanks for listening!