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Barbell Logic

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Join expert voices from Barbell Logic and others from the world of strength for resources to help you get strong for life. Get coaching options and more educational content at barbell-logic.com.

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#34 - Barbell Logic Extra: Reynolds' Story

December 08, 2017 10:00 - 53 minutes - 49.2 MB

Scott interviews Matt about his own path through life, from skinny high school nerd to elite powerlifter and pro strongman. Matt talks about his struggles transitioning from school teacher to STRONG gym owner, working through the ups and downs of marriage, and ultimately launching the wildly successful Starting Strength Online Coaching business.   Whiskey of the Week Old Grand-Dad 114 - the cocktail whiskey of choice for James Bond, 007   Matt's first interview with Rip: Part 1 ...

#33 - A Rational Philosophy for Early Intermediate Programming

December 05, 2017 10:00 - 42 minutes - 38.6 MB

Matt and Scott dive deeper in the how's and why's of early intermediate programming. The coaches talk stress-recovery-adaptation as a new intermediate, introducing heavy singles to training, and the proper balance of volume and intensity.   Connect With Matt Matt on Instagram Starting Strength Online Coaching — Matt’s website Matt on Facebook Matt on Twitter  Connect With Scott Scott on Instagram Silver Strength – Scott’s website Scott on Facebook Scott on Twitter  Connec...

#32 - Barbell Logic Extra: Bacon Definitely is Rad, Michael Montfort

December 01, 2017 10:00 - 41 minutes - 38 MB

Matt and Scott talk with WFAC member and bacon aficionado Michael Montfort. Listen to Michael's story of Crossfit redemption, training with Rip and Company, and getting strong AF.   Whiskey of the Week Balcones Brimstone - Texas scrub oak smoked!   Some Favorite Podcasts Joe Rogan Podcast Dan Carlin's Hardcore History The Partially Examined Life In Our Time StartUp Robb Wolf   Connect With Matt Matt on Instagram Starting Strength Online Coaching — Matt’s website ...

#31 - Reynolds' 5/3/1

November 28, 2017 10:00 - 28 minutes - 25.9 MB

Matt and Scott break down Reynolds' variant of 5/3/1, and how and when to work it into intermediate training. Today we introduce heavy singles, RPE, accessories, conditioning, and we tie it all back to the movements discussed in last week's 4 Day Split episode.   The Slingshot - one of several versions for supplemental bench work.   Whiskey of the Week Little Book   Connect With Matt Matt on Instagram Starting Strength Online Coaching — Matt’s website Matt on Facebook M...

#30 - Barbell Logic Extra: Meet the Man Behind the Sound, Producer Trent

November 24, 2017 10:00 - 19 minutes - 17.7 MB

Matt and Scott chat with the man behind the mixing board, Barbell Logic producer Trent Jones. Listen to Trent's strength journey with the Starting Strength organization and get a glimpse of future plans for the Barbell Logic podcast.   You can reach Trent through Instagram @marmalade_cream and email [email protected]   Whiskey of the Week Noah's Mill   Connect With Matt Matt on Instagram Starting Strength Online Coaching — Matt’s website Matt on Facebook Matt o...

#29 - The Four Day Split

November 21, 2017 10:00 - 27 minutes - 25.3 MB

Matt and Scott delve into intermediate programming with variations on the four-day split. They touch on details including implementing the split on a weekly and multi-week basis, incorporating supplemental and accessory movements, programming around injuries, and modifying the split for older lifters.   Whiskey of the Week Buffalo Trace - Simple. Cheap. Effective.   Connect With Matt Matt on Instagram Starting Strength Online Coaching — Matt’s website Matt on Facebook Matt o...

#28 - Barbell Logic Extra: A Discussion with #TheJackedPriest, Fr. John Floeder

November 17, 2017 10:00 - 36 minutes - 33.8 MB

Matt and Scott discuss the process of getting jacked with #TheJackedPriest himself, Father John Floeder. Along the way they touch on beer, atmospheric black metal, Thomas Aquinas, the measure of a man, and the spiritual benefits of strength training.   Check out Hammerheart Brewery here: http://www.hammerheartbrewing.com   You can reach Fr. John Floeder at [email protected]    Connect With Matt Matt on Instagram Starting Strength Online Coaching — Matt’s website Matt on...

#27 - Embracing the Grind

November 14, 2017 10:00 - 28 minutes - 26.5 MB

Matt and Scott discuss the all-important grind, the “hard” factor in the simple + hard + effective equation. What does it actually mean to grind through a lift? The boys break it down.   Whiskey of the Week Talisker 25yr Shout out to Jason at Brown Derby International Wine Center: http://www.brownderby.com   Connect With Matt Matt on Instagram Starting Strength Online Coaching — Matt’s website Matt on Facebook Matt on Twitter Connect With Scott Scott on Instagram Silve...

#26 - Barbell Logic Extra: Training to Survive Cancer with John Wilson

November 10, 2017 10:00 - 22 minutes - 20.8 MB

  Matt and Scott talk to WFAC member John Wilson about training with something heavier than iron, a Stage IV kidney cancer diagnosis.     Connect With Matt Matt on Instagram Starting Strength Online Coaching — Matt’s website Matt on Facebook Matt on Twitter  Connect With Scott Scott on Instagram Silver Strength – Scott’s website Scott on Facebook Scott on Twitter  Connect With the Show Barbell Logic on Twitter Barbell Logic on Instagram The Website Barbell Logic ...

#25 – The TRUTH about Avoiding Common Novice Pitfalls

November 07, 2017 10:00 - 56 minutes - 51.8 MB

  Matt and Scott discuss the pitfalls that cause novices to stall or plateau in their linear progression work.   Scott’s Favorite Belt and Wrist Wraps The 10mm thick, 4” power lifting belt double suede belt.  Get the single prong belt with the tapered tongue.  Use the coupon code “beltlogic” for 10% off. Phantom Wrist Wraps  Get the 24” wraps Pitfalls: Bad form Fractional Plates from Dan Miller Shoes, Adidas shoes (Not for the wide of foot!) Belt Need equipment Not...

#24 – Barbell Logic Extra: Training in your 80’s. A Talk with Miss Sibyl.

November 04, 2017 13:25 - 33 minutes - 30.4 MB

Sibyl Sharp is our guest.  She’s in her 80’s, has an artificial knee, two artificial hips, fused vertebrae, a damaged Achilles tendon, and trains with HEAVY barbells twice per week.  We love Sibyl and you will too.

#23 - Voluntary Hardship

October 31, 2017 04:50 - 50 minutes - 46.4 MB

Scott Hambrick interviews Matt Reynolds about the concept of "voluntary hardship," a guiding principle for both strength training and life. They discuss what voluntary hardship means to them, how it contributes to a better life lived, and how to apply it in everyday life. Connect With Matt Matt on Instagram Starting Strength Online Coaching — Matt’s website Matt on Facebook Matt on Twitter Connect With Scott Scott on Instagram Silver Strength – Scott’s website Scott on Faceboo...

#22 - Barbell Logic Extra: The Hammer: A Conversation with the Heart of Aasgaard, Nick Delgadillo

October 27, 2017 09:00 - 32 minutes - 29.6 MB

We interview Nick Delgadillo, Chief of Staff and Hammer at Aasgaard company about working with Rip, Krav Maga and more. Whiskey of the Week Weller 12  90 proof 12 year old The Original Wheated Bourbon Resources/People/Articles Mentioned in Podcast Nick Delgadillo on IG @coachnikolai Defense Krav Maga  Connect With Matt Matt on Instagram Starting Strength Online Coaching — Matt’s website Matt on Facebook Matt on Twitter  Connect With Scott Scott on Instagram Silver St...

#21 - Are Supplemental Exercises a Waste of Time for Strength?

October 24, 2017 09:00 - 47 minutes - 43.6 MB

A supplemental lift is a lift that LOOKS like the main lifts. Training the supplemental lift carries over to improvements in the main list.  We do them to: 1) move more weight than we can with the primary movement and, 2) to train a longer range of motion than we can with the primary movement. Whiskey of the Week Old Pultney 12 year old Stuff we Talked About Buy Chains The Ultimate Strength Exercise, Isotonic-Isometric Contraction by Bill Starr Muscletown USA, By John D. Fair Co...

#20 - Barbell Logic Extra: The Wolf-Man Cometh: An Interview with Michael Wolf

October 20, 2017 09:00 - 53 minutes - 49.1 MB

Coach Wolf, Starting Strength Coach and Strength Coach at Crossfit Solace talks about training with injuries, training for strength in a crossfit environment and more.  No one knows more about using barbell training to improve performance for crossfitters. Whiskey of the Week Garrison Brothers, a gift from Diamond Darin Deaton, SSC, DPT 2 year old Texas Bourbon 46% alcohol Not for beginners Resources/People/Articles Mentioned in Podcast Michael Wolf on Instagram Kenny Santucci ...

#19 - Deloads, The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly

October 17, 2017 09:00 - 35 minutes - 32.2 MB

Sell your B&R 1.0 bar to Hambrick!  Email him at [email protected]. A deload is a period in training, typically a week, in which the stress in the programming is decreased in order to allow the trainee to recover and dissipate accumulated fatigue.  This is a desired effect for a late intermediate or advanced lifter.  When deloading, we often reduce the work by one set and the intensity by 10-15%.  The B&R 2.0 Bar   Tips for getting extra calories. Eat nuts Planters...

#18 - Barbell Logic Extra: Stef Bradford PhD., Woman of Mystery

October 13, 2017 09:00 - 44 minutes - 41.1 MB

Hambrick and Reynolds speak with Stef Bradford, coach, editor and author about the genesis of Starting Strength, food, dogs and more. When you shop at amazon, click here to support the show! Whiskey of the Week: Elijah Craig Barrel Proof 127 proof 10 year??  Resources/People/Articles Mentioned in Podcast Stef Bradford PhD, SSC Lon Kilgore Bill Starr Strong Enough by Mark Rippetoe The Barbell Prescription, by Jonathan Sullivan and Andy Baker Valsalva Maneuver by Stef Bradfo...

#17 - Old Man Texas Method EXPOSED!

October 10, 2017 09:00 - 34 minutes - 31.6 MB

Hambrick and Reynolds describe and ILLUMINATE how to detune the Texas Method for older lifters and ladies.  We do this by keeping the frequency and intensity of our lifts the same as in Texas Method, but reducing the volume. Whiskey of the Week: Woodford Reserve, Double Oaked Resources/People/Articles Mentioned in Podcast US Strengthlifting Federation Connect With Matt Matt on Instagram Starting Strength Online Coaching — Matt’s website Matt on Facebook Matt on Twitter Connect ...

#16 - Barbell Logic Extra: The Wives Cut with Rachel and Charity

October 06, 2017 02:55 - 44 minutes - 41 MB

Hambrick and Reynolds speak with their wives.  They start with some softball questions to get the wives talking, then talk training, body image, sex and a lot more.  Whiskey of the Week; Nope.  Resources/People/Articles Mentioned in Podcast Charity on Instagram Rachel on Instagram Andy’s frozen Custard Hurts Donuts Askinosie Chocolate Hitachi Magic Wand Hambrick’s Favorite Sex Swing Connect With Matt Matt on Instagram Starting Strength Online Coaching — Matt’s website ...

#15 - How to Kill It In Your First Starting Strength Session

October 03, 2017 09:00 - 40 minutes - 37.1 MB

In this episode Reynolds and Hambrick give you step by step instructions on how to conduct your first weight training session on the Starting Strength Program. Starting weight guidelines The older and/or lighter you are, the lower your weight will be, in general.  These are only guidelines.  DO YOUR WEIGHT. Squats:  Men will squat 95-115, Women 65-85  Press:  Men will press 65-85, Women 35-45 Deadlift: Men will pull 185-225, Women 85-115 Bench Press: Men will bench 115-125, Women...

#14 - Barbell Logic Extra: Brett McKay of Art of Manliness, Disciple of Iron

September 29, 2017 04:00 - 54 minutes - 50 MB

This week we have Brett McKay, founder of Art of Manliness, SSOC Client, and devoted strength disciple.  Brett walks us through his strength journey, the impact it's made on the rest of his life, and how it relates to other facets of "voluntary hardship" he's pursued since college. Fans of Art of Manliness will love this episode as Brett gives a rare look into his personal life, and opens up about the refining process of both physical and intellectual linear progression.    Resources/Peo...

#13 - Getting Started: Part 1, Equipment Needed to get Strong AF!

September 26, 2017 04:00 - 39 minutes - 36 MB

Whiskey of the week J Henry Whiskey  Sweet whiskey made of red cord.   Hot and sweet!  Thanks to Joe. You should buy the book, Starting Strength Basic Barbell Training, 3rd Ed. By Mark Rippetoe. To train with Starting Strength you need: Squat Rack  We love the Rogue R-3 45lb or 20kg Barbell  We prefer the B&R Bar from Rogue Fitness Bench Full sized standard plates.  Men start with 4 pairs of 45’s a pair each of 25’s, 5’s, 2.5’s and 2 pairs of 10’s.  Ladies start with 2 pair...

#12 - Stop Lying to Yourself About Recovery

September 19, 2017 04:00 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MB

Whiskey of the Week: Poor Man’s Pappy 60% Weller 12 and 40% Weller Antique 107   Resources/People/Articles Mentioned in Podcast Rip’s Article, “The First Three Questions” Micro Plates: Iron Woody Dan Miller (The best!) Body tape and bodyfat Caliper (James) Watson Frances (Crick) Steady MD   Connect With Matt Matt on Instagram Starting Strength Online Coaching — Matt’s website Matt on Facebook Matt on Twitter   Connect With Scott Scott on Instagram Silv...

#11 - The TRUTH About Dealing with Injuries with Physical Therapist Darin Deaton

September 12, 2017 04:25 - 39 minutes - 35.7 MB

Whiskey of the Week 1792 Sweet Wheat, a gift from Starting Strength Coach, Cody Miller   Resources/People/Articles Mentioned in Podcast   Cody Miller, SSC About Cody  https://startingstrengthonlinecoaching.com/team/cody-miller/   Wyndham Wizard Darin Deaton, SSC About Darin https://startingstrengthonlinecoaching.com/team/darin-deaton/ Crossfit Fort Worth http://crossfitftw.com/ Riata Therapy Specialists http://www.riatatherapy.com/ Rips Shoulder Rehab Protocol      ...

#10 - The Secrets to Maximizing Linear Progression

September 05, 2017 05:31 - 36 minutes - 33.1 MB

How to keep linear progression moving. Make sure you aren’t making jumps in weight that are too aggressive Buy your own fractional plates Iron Woody Dan Miller (The best!) If a specific lift has stalled try the following Move the pressing motions to five sets of three once they stall When the deadlift gets tough, drop a deadlift session each week Replace with chins and rows Reynolds teaching the row For Ladies and men over 55 5 sets of 3’s on squat 2 sets of 3’s on deadlift...

#9 - Alan Thrall and Austin Baraki, the Untamed and the Tame

August 29, 2017 04:00 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MB

Whiskey of the Week Old Forester 1920 “The Merlot of Bourbons”   Alan tells us about how he prepped to become a Starting Strength Coach and the origin of the “Train Untamed!!” catch phrase.     Alan Thrall Instagram: @untamedstrength Youtube: Alan Thrall Hire Alan to train you Trainuntamed.com   Austin Baraki Instagram: @a.z.b Youtube Hire Austin to be your doctor! Steady MD   Tickets to the Barbell Medicine Seminar at Untamed Strength on November 18th and ...

#8 - A Quick and Dirty Guide to Barbell Physics

August 22, 2017 04:00 - 40 minutes - 36.7 MB

Whiskey of the Week Slim Haney’s 1965 Seagram’s VO    Reynolds and Hambrick do a quick overview of the forces the body is subjected to when moving barbells.   The big takeaway is that we use our knowledge anatomy and of moment, torque, compression and tension to help us determine what the best possible form for each barbell lift should be.  In the squat, for example, we preferentially load moment on the back segment and torque on the hip in order to move the most weight possible, wi...

#7 - The Softer Side of Mark Rippetoe, Part 2

August 15, 2017 04:00 - 28 minutes - 25.7 MB

This is part two of the hour+ long interview with our mentor, Mark Rippetoe.  For part one, click here.   Show Highlights Rip meets Bill Starr! Rip buys the gym and opens April 1, 1984 Small business experience Legacy   Whiskey of the Week None   Resources/People/Articles Mentioned in Podcast The Strongest Shall Survive, by Bill Starr https://aasgaardco.com/store/books/the-strongest-shall-survive-strength-training-for-football Starting Strength Basic Barbell Training...

#6 - The Softer Side of Mark Rippetoe, Part 1

August 08, 2017 04:00 - 35 minutes - 32.4 MB

Whiskey of the Week 1986 J.W. Dant   Reynolds found this 375ml bottle in a drugstore in rural Missouri a couple of weeks ago.  He paid less than $10 for this delicious bourbon.  If you can find the old stuff, buy it.  If you find the new stuff, don’t.   Resources/People/Articles Mentioned in Podcast “In The Trenches” by Matt Reynolds Bluebonnet Café, Marble Falls, Texas http://www.bluebonnetcafe.net/menu Aunt Patsy’s Pecan Pie, use the recipe on the Karo Syrup bottle and repla...

#5 - The TRUTH About Linear Progression

August 01, 2017 04:00 - 47 minutes - 43 MB

Matt and Scott analyze and justify every aspect of the Starting Strength Linear Progression.  The boys explain in why we use the weight, sets, reps, movements frequency and more in an easy to understand, in depth way.    Why three sets? Why five reps? Why add weight each time? When to add the power clean? What accessory work is helpful? Why do we squat first? When do we reset? How do you know LP is over? Whiskey of the Week:  High West’s Yippee Kay YaY 46% ABV 95% Rye 5%...

#4 – Stress. Recovery. Adaptation

July 25, 2017 04:00 - 34 minutes - 31.4 MB

Stress, Recovery and Adaptation is the overarching concept discovered by Hans Selye that we use when creating ALL barbell and strength programming.  We use the barbell and our program to apply stress that the trainee then can recover from, resulting in a beneficial adaptation.   We can adapt to the stress of moving heavy weights in the same way we […] The post #4 – Stress. Recovery. Adaptation appeared first on Starting Strength Online Coaching.

#3 – Simple, Hard, Effective

July 18, 2017 16:03 - 25 minutes - 23.3 MB

Matt and Scott discuss why effective strength training programming must be simple, hard, and effective.  The boys crack jokes about groin trauma, but still manage to describe why simplicity and strenuousness are necessary to be effective in increasing strength.   The Starting Strength program fits all of these criteria. Links:  Gillian Ward https://www.instagram.com/gillianwardathlete/ Note – We decided to release this […] The post #3 – Simple, Hard, Effective appeared first on Starting St...

#2 – How do we get strong?

July 11, 2017 15:03 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MB

Starting Strength Coaches, Reynolds and Hambrick discuss the criteria we should use to select exercises that will make us as strong as possible. The boys then apply those criteria and pick the lifts we should train to get as strong as possible.   Serge Reding 502 Press:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3nJrYPVJ88M   Follow us on all social media, search for Barbell Logic Podcast […] The post #2 – How do we get strong? appeared first on Starting Strength Online Coaching.

#1 - Why STRENGTH?

July 03, 2017 02:14 - 23 minutes - 21.7 MB

In this first episode, SSC’s Matt Reynolds and Scott Hambrick discuss the basics of strength training and why strength is so important. Follow the podcast @barbell_logic on Instagram and join the Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/barbelllogicpodcast/ Contact Matt at www.startingstrengthonlinecoaching.com @reynoldsstrong on IG, Twitter and Facebook. Contact Scott at www.startingstrengthonlinecoaching.com @scott_silverstrength on IG. The post #1 – Barbell Logic: Episode One: Why STR...

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