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Getting stronger changes more than your body—it rewires your brain for success. Mark Rippetoe shares how his Starting Strength method builds discipline, confidence, and the masculine look that girls notice fast…. while teaching you to push past your limits in and out of the gym.MORE RESOURCESVisit Mark's Website: https://startingstrength.com/1-on-1 Coaching: www.TrippAdviceCoaching.comHOOKED Video Masterclass: www.GetHerHooked.comGet my book, Magnetic: http://trippadvice.com/bookSend me an email: tripp@trippadvice.comSEE WHAT I'M UP TOTikTok: @TrippAdviceInstagram: @TrippAdviceAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
If your personal trainer is not showing you how to do the barbell exercises, you are not getting the most value for your money or the time and effort you are spending in the gym. Rip explains how the Starting Strength model can be integrated for the best results.
Rip answers questions from Starting Strength Network subscribers and fans.
Rip answers questions live from Starting Strength Network subscribers and fans.
Rip talks about how to approach training women - you train them the same way, but adjust for neuromuscular differences to get the best progress from each lifter.
What do you need to know about keeping your kids - and yourself - safe on the internet? Ben Gillenwater, the Family IT Guy, returns to the show to discuss how to recognize and counter the addictive potential and other dangers of the digital world.
Rip is joined in the studio by Drew Estell of Baer Solutions for a discussion of combat effectiveness, firearm training, and related topics.
Starting Strength Gyms' very own Ray, Ben, and Jen Gillenwater join Rip on the show to discuss operations, political and regulatory climates, and training at the Gyms.
Justin Goonan, Army strength and conditioning coach, joins Rip, Nick, and Rusty to discuss training, testing, and working with military populations.
Get your free Muscle-Building Nutrition Blueprint to optimize your diet and tracking so you have the energy and recovery to maximize your lifting–Why did your strength gains stall, and what can you actually do about it? Are you overtrained or just under-recovered? And when is it time to change the program, not your goals?I'm joined by Nick Delgadillo, CEO of Starting Strength Gyms and host of the Stronger Is Better podcast. We break down what really causes lifters to hit that dreaded wall after the novice phase and how to break through it with intention and sustainability. Nick explains why small tweaks, not full overhauls, are key to continued gains and how your form, food, and follow-through matter more than fancy programs.Today, you'll learn all about:2:38 – The psychology of the post-novice wall5:25 – Why recovery outside the gym matters10:23 – Novice vs. intermediate isn't black and white13:11 – How to troubleshoot your progress17:21 – Three-part self-check before changing programming28:26 – Training through tendon pain safely34:59 – Returning to strength after surgery50:15 – How mindset shapes long-term success53:20 – Starting Strength Gyms and the future of liftingEpisode resources:Starting Strength PodcastStronger is Better Podcast on Spotify / Stronger is Better Podcast on AppleWebsite: startingstrengthgyms.comInstagram: @liftfightwin Support the show
Kenny Webster interviews the Starting Strength crew!
Send us a textMonday Mile Edition | The Over 50 Health & Wellness Show Think you're too old to squat or deadlift? Think again. In this Monday Mile episode, Coach Kevin is joined by Coach Russell to tackle two of the most misunderstood (and often feared) movements in the gym: the squat and the deadlift. These aren't just “gym bro” exercises - they're essential life skills that help you stay strong, mobile, and pain-free well into your 50s, 60s, and beyond. Whether you're lifting grandkids, hauling groceries, or just getting up from the couch - guess what? You're squatting and deadlifting already. Tune in to learn:✅ Why avoiding these moves could actually make your back pain worse✅ How to safely work up to squats and deadlifts even if you're a total beginner✅ Smart progressions that work with your body, not against it✅ The #1 mistake people over 50 make with these lifts (and how to avoid it)✅ Why “weak things break” - and how to make sure you don't This is your no-BS guide to two foundational movements that could quite literally save your back... and your life.
Rip and crew discuss how to manage equipment to maximize lifting safety, covering rack use, trip hazards, and other risky situations to avoid.
Rip answers questions from Starting Strength Network subscribers and fans.
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2994: Steve Kamb emphasizes the power of simplicity in achieving fitness goals, advocating for a straightforward approach that prioritizes consistency over complexity. By removing unnecessary options and sticking to foundational movements, you can eliminate decision fatigue and stay on track with your workouts. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.nerdfitness.com/blog/in-the-gym-keep-it-simple-stupid/ Quotes to ponder: "Complexity is the enemy of execution." "When it comes to working out, less is often more." "Having too many choices leads to analysis paralysis, which leads to inaction." Episode references: Starting Strength: https://startingstrength.com/ StrongLifts 5x5: https://stronglifts.com/5x5/ Essentialism: https://gregmckeown.com/book/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2994: Steve Kamb emphasizes the power of simplicity in achieving fitness goals, advocating for a straightforward approach that prioritizes consistency over complexity. By removing unnecessary options and sticking to foundational movements, you can eliminate decision fatigue and stay on track with your workouts. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.nerdfitness.com/blog/in-the-gym-keep-it-simple-stupid/ Quotes to ponder: "Complexity is the enemy of execution." "When it comes to working out, less is often more." "Having too many choices leads to analysis paralysis, which leads to inaction." Episode references: Starting Strength: https://startingstrength.com/ StrongLifts 5x5: https://stronglifts.com/5x5/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Urologist Dr. Victoria Bird joins Rip to discuss prostate health, the protective benefits of testosterone, and treatment protocols for prostate cancer.
Rip and stef talk about how the Blue Book - the third edition of Starting Strength - was developed.
Rip answers questions from Starting Strength Network subscribers and fans.
Rip discusses peptide hormones and interpretation of lab panels with Dr. Mike Wittmer.
Karl Denninger returns to the podcast to discuss the costs and benefits of current and past economic actions and their ramifications.
Rip discusses the foundations that Starting Strength model is built on to develop strength - movement patterns, stress, incremental loading.
Send us a text if you want to be on the Podcast & explain why!Discover the top books for personal trainers to read like Grit, How to win friends and influence people, How to Become A Successful Personal TRainer and many more.Reading might be the most underrated skill for personal trainers looking to elevate their careers above the 90% who quit within their first year. While most fitness professionals obsess over certification acronyms, the truly successful ones are quietly building their intellectual foundation through consistent, deliberate reading habits.The contrast is striking. Picture a potential client walking into a gym to meet two trainers: one scrolling social media, the other absorbed in a professional development book. Before a word is spoken, one has already established themselves as a dedicated professional. This single habit creates an immediate differentiation that clients intuitively recognize and respect.Starting a reading practice doesn't require massive time commitments. Begin with just 5-10 minutes of distraction-free reading daily, timing yourself to establish a baseline reading speed. Create the right environment by eliminating distractions – put your phone across the room, find a quiet space, and treat reading with the same discipline you bring to physical training. As with fitness, consistency produces remarkable results over time.The reading curriculum for elite trainers spans multiple disciplines. For mindset development, explore works like "Grit" by Angela Duckworth or "Can't Hurt Me" by David Goggins. Business acumen grows through texts like "Go For No" by Richard Fenton, which teaches the counterintuitive approach of pursuing rejection to calibrate value. Technical mastery comes through studying "Starting Strength," "Fat Loss Forever," and "The Science and Practice of Strength Training." For comprehensive development, aim to read 50+ books annually – a simple habit that places you among the intellectual elite in fitness.Transform your reading habit into Want to ask us a question? Email email info@showupfitness.com with the subject line PODCAST QUESTION to get your question answered live on the show! Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/showupfitnessinternship/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@showupfitnessinternshipWebsite: https://www.showupfitness.com/Become a Personal Trainer Book (Amazon): https://www.amazon.com/How-Become-Personal-Trainer-Successful/dp/B08WS992F8Show Up Fitness Internship & CPT: https://online.showupfitness.com/pages/online-show-up?utm_term=show%20up%20fitnessNASM study guide: ...
Rip answers questions from Starting Strength Network subscribers and fans.
Rip discusses how the those entering basic training are the demographic that most rapidly gets strong using the Starting Strength Novice Linear Progression and how a change in approach would prepare soldiers to operate effectively in the modern military environment.
Randall of Grunt Proof joins Rip to discuss the importance of strength for the modern military and how to get it done.
Rip and team discuss the importance of strength training for women, common misconceptions that can block proper training, and why Starting Strength for women is... Starting Strength.
Dr. Wittmer returns to discuss factors in testosterone replacement therapy, synergy with lifting and diet, and the importance of taking charge of your own health rather than relying on the standard medical industry.
Rip discusses how programming changes as strength accumulates as a result of training and what aspects vary when trainees start at different ages.
Rip answers questions from Starting Strength Network subscribers and fans.
Rip talks to his friend, master mechanic Bobby Campbell, about cars, cars, and more cars.
Coach and RDN Juliette Gonzalez joins Robert Santana to discuss her fitness journey from Globo Gyms to Starting Strength, becoming a dietician, working as a coach, beauty standards, and more. https://weightsandplates.com/online-coaching/ Follow Weights & Plates YouTube: https://youtube.com/@weights_and_plates?si=ebAS8sRtzsPmFQf- Instagram: @the_robert_santana Rumble: https://rumble.com/user/weightsandplates Web: https://weightsandplates.com
Rip talks about what types of people go to gyms and the differences between them - lifters, gym bros, personal training clients and so on.
Jim Steel drops in at the studio for a drink, to exchange stories, and discuss various things related to training and life.
The Instapundit, Glenn Reynolds, joins Rip on Starting Strength Radio to discuss recent political events, training, and other goings on.
A glorious edition of Starting Strength Radio to commemorate episode 300, a compilation of the best of Comments from the Haters!
In this episode, Robert Santana sits down with Gretchen Geist to talk about her fitness journey, how she went from doing Crossfit to Starting Strength, becoming a coach, and exaggerated expectations in the fitness industry. https://weightsandplates.com/online-coaching/ Follow Weights & Plates YouTube: https://youtube.com/@weights_and_plates?si=ebAS8sRtzsPmFQf- Instagram: @the_robert_santana Rumble: https://rumble.com/user/weightsandplates Web: https://weightsandplates.com Follow Gretchen on Instagram: @sofechsogretch
Rip answers questions from Starting Strength Network subscribers and fans.
Rip discusses how effective and efficient programming is based on structuring progression based on how quickly the lifter can add weight to the bar. All lifters begin as novices, making the novice linear progression the universal program until diminishing capacity for adaptation forces slower progress and a shift to more complex program organization.
Rip and company discuss how appropriate stress forces adaptation that drives phenotypic change. Progressive increases over time produce strength, size, and capability.
Rip discusses training by older lifters, covering how the process of gaining strength remains the same as for younger lifters, but differs in some important ways that must be considered to yield the best outcome.
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Rip answers questions from Starting Strength Network subscribers and fans.
Rip discusses the gym business, covering differences between commercial, sales-oriented Globo Gyms and productive, training-oriented gyms in terms of culture, equipment, and objectives.
Rip answers questions live from Starting Strength Network subscribers and fans.
Rip welcomes Stan Efferding back on the show to discuss The Vertical Diet, the importance of combining "what" and "how" for success, strategies to manage fatigue, and how to train productively.
Rip discusses the pros and cons of using strength standard charts, explaining how these "standards" can shape training decisions and then addressing common misconceptions about achieving milestones. He covers the importance of setting realistic goals and focusing on the process over the end result for lasting progress.
Rip answers questions from Starting Strength Network subscribers and fans.
Rip discusses the core differences between Starting Strength and the rest of the fitness industry. He talks about why other methods fall short and how Starting Strength stands apart in delivering real, effective results.
Rip answers questions live from Starting Strength Network subscribers and fans.