Rucci Strengthcast

The first podcast in awhile where we discuss Paul's ICN Season A performance and the big move to the new Rucci's Gym v5. Enjoy!

The latest update on what's happening leading up to GPC Nationals. Plenty of info on the qualifying process, when invites are being sent and much more! For more info on the event visit 2022gpcnationals.com

Lifter burnout is real! Dan & Paul discuss the topic in detail from what it actually means, how it may present and then some of the strategies you can use to meander your way through it.

Dan answers a bunch of listener questions covering topics including the growth if powerlifting, what we love & hate about it, do calves matter and what makes our comps so different!

With the 2022 GPC Australian Powerlifting Nationals coming in September there are a lot of questions coming in from members, particularly around qualifying. In this episode, Dan covers all things Nationals including accommodation, the presentation dinner, sponsorship and the qualifying process.

A question we get often from lifters is "what federation do I choose?", and it's a good one. With so many on offer it can be confusing to say the least. In this episode Dan discusses the major feds we have available here in Australia and in particular in WA.

Ego is a part of lifting. In this episode we introduce our new coach Johnny and discuss ego and how it relates to training, competition and progress.

In this episode Dan and Vinh discuss how to become successful in 2022 by setting goals and developing good quality habits.

Dan and Paul discuss the journey Paul undertook and the obstacles overcome in the road to this years ICN Season A show where Paul was crowned the Mens Physique Champion.

Dan and Paul interview Adam Beard the Director of High Performance at the Chicago Cubs discussing the journey through his career and some insights in to professional sport in the US and the differences to the Australian system, plus more!

The first interview on the Rucci Strengthcast with Callan Gibbons, local WA lifter and coach. Talking all things Powerlifting!

A mixed bag edition covering the Corona virus gym shutdown, the very sad passing of Kiara Humble, our new Online Home Coaching program, the Online Powerlifting Course and information for all of you out there struggling to train at home and need some good ideas to keep you going!

Welcoming Elliot to the coaching team here working closely with Dan and Paul as well as discussion on upcoming events, what's going on in training for Dan, Paul's imminent ICN Season A comp and other things Rucci's Gym.

Progression in the sport is something that is misunderstood or perhaps unclear. How does a lifter progress their Powerlifting career? Dan and Paul break it down in this episode. ⁣⁣⁣For more info on Rucci's Gym, including coaching, visit the web site at http://www.ruccisgym.com

In this episode Dan and Paul discuss injuries in Powerlifting, hi-lighting the importance of building a strong technical base which is then layered with strength to reinforce quality movement.   For more info on Rucci's Gym, including coaching, visit the web site at http://www.ruccisgym.com

It's been awhile since the last podcast with so much happening at Rucci's Gym but finally the day has come. The new facility is now open and in this podcast Dan and Paul keep it simple and talk about all things v4 with some more info on APU Classic Nationals. For more info on Rucci's Gym and to start your training, visit the web site at http://www.ruccisgym.com

A wrap-up of the 2019 APU WA State Powerlifting Championships and the team of lifters selected by State Coach Paul Rucci who will represent WA at this years APU Classic Nationals. Nationals Web Site: https://www.2019apuclassicnationals.com/ APU Web Site: https://www.powerlifting-apu.com/

This year the APU Australian Classic Powerlifting Nationals will be hosted at Rucci's Gym! In this episode, Dan and Paul discuss the upcoming competition in some detail with Paul dominating most of the conversation being the APU WA State Manager and WA State Coach. The episode finishes up with what will be a new segment in each episode, listener Q&As! Nationals Web Site: https://www.2019apuclassicnationals.com/APU Web Site: https://www.powerlifting-apu.com/

Most people are not sure where to start when opening a gym business. Dan and Paul discuss some of their experiences and cover some of the big hitting items you should consider if you are thinking of opening a gym or even have an existing gym. Plenty of topics covered from finding the right venue, financials, market research, culture, services and more!

Tackling some of the big hitting questions as provided by our listeners AND the official announcement of Rucci's Gym v4 - yes we are moving! Also some info on the upcoming APU WA State Championships, APU Classic Nationals and the GPC Perth Cup.

23 lifters in all represented Rucci's Gym at this years GPC Nationals taking 3 gold medals, 3 silver, 4 bronze plus 2 Triple Crown winners taking home $2,500 each. Dan and Paul discuss the teams performance and some comparative statistics. Apologies for Paul's mic which we had a technical issue with which wasn't picked up prior to recording.

Powerlifting can be a fantastic sport for Personal Trainers to introduce their clients to because it provides a mechanism to help those clients achieve goals. In this podcast, Dan and Paul cover a lot of the of the material in their "Powerlifting for PTs" seminar they deliver at gyms to PTs. Whether you're a PT or not, this podcast has a lot of useful info!

A two-topic podcast where Dan and Paul discuss the recent KERN US Open, in particular the Australian lifters, and the release of Westside vs The World and their involvement in the film.

A special episode where Dan and Paul cover the team representing Western Australia at this years GPC Nationals.

Dan and Paul have been developing and evolving their coaching philosophy since founding Rucci's Gym in 2010 in their garage gym. In this podcast they share their views on coaching, their values and beliefs, online vs 1-1 coaching, how they work with their clients and lots more. For more into on their Management Service visit https://www.ruccisgym.com/athlete-management-service

Discussion on an important and relevant topic in Powerlifting, Masters! Dan and Paul explain what Masters is, what the age categories are, competition options in Australia, statistics from OpenPowerlifting.org and a lot more.

Dan and Paul discuss sponsorship in Powerlifting from both an athlete and event perspective as well as some of the events and initiatives they have sponsored including Big Dogs and Westside vs The World. If you are an athlete, meet director or potential sponsor then this podcast is for you!

Dan and Paul have been running Powerlifting comps for coming on 7 years now and Novice Comps are a big part of growing the sport from a grass roots level. In this podcast, the lads discuss Novice Powerlifting Competitions in terms of their purpose and some good tips and advice for new lifters and coaches.

An introduction to the Rucci Strengthcast where Dan and Paul discuss their journeys from finding strength training to now running one of the biggest Powerlifting gyms in the world. Together, Dan and Paul currently coach around 100 lifters from beginners all the way through to elite lifters and are involved in the sport of Powerlifting in Australia being the WA representatives for the APU and GPC. In 2019, Rucci's Gym will host 12 full meets from novice comps designed to introduce new lifters to the sport all the way through to the APU Classic Nationals later in the year.