Iron Moms USA
63 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 3 years ago -Iron Moms USA, raising the bar on motherhood.
Starting Strength Coach Inna Koppel and super mom Raina Butler deliver a straight talk on strength training, raising a family, self-improvement, fashion, and fitness with the Iron Moms Podcast.
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The Ideal Image of a Woman - Audio reading by Inna Koppel
June 23, 2021 16:00 - 5 minutes - 4.96 MBStarting Strength Coach Inna Koppel reads from her article, The Ideal Image of a Woman. https://startingstrength.com/training/the-ideal-image-of-a-woman
Summer Series- "Bread, butter and barbells"
June 09, 2021 16:00 - 10 minutes - 9.73 MBIntroducing our Summer Series at Iron Moms USA! Inna and Raina kick off summer with short, sweet, and practical advice to help us recharge over the next couple of months. Raina shares how training barbells shifted her perspective on life and the way she viewed herself. Our Iron Moms discuss the importance of reflecting on where we are today and where we want to be tomorrow. Listen, subscribe, and enjoy our Summer Series! https://www.ironmomsusa.com/ https://www.instagram.com/ironmomsusa/ htt...
Managing the complex relationship with food with Juliette Gonzalez, RDN
June 02, 2021 16:00 - 41 minutes - 38.5 MBInna and Raina meet with Juliette Gonzalez, RDN, to discuss the value of recognizing that food is fuel and parents' essential role in modeling healthy eating for their children. Juliette provides nutrition tips that you can easily incorporate into your daily routine, as well as some "quick and dirty" snacks to help you achieve your goals while on the go. Follow Juliette on Instagram @julesgonlz_ Listen, subscribe, and enjoy another episode of Iron Moms USA! https://www.ironmomsusa.com/ htt...
Straight Talk with Inna- Grow 'Em Strong
May 26, 2021 16:00 - 41 minutes - 38.2 MBIn this Straight Talk episode, Inna and Raina discuss the importance of acting as role models for their daughters, demonstrating positive body image and what it means to get strong. The Iron Moms also emphasize the value of “mom teaching moments,” encouraging healthy living and leading by example. Listen, subscribe, and enjoy another Straight Talk! https://www.ironmomsusa.com/ https://www.instagram.com/ironmomsusa/ https://youtu.be/Df-Fh8alKm4
The Gummy Bear Episode
May 12, 2021 16:00 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MBThe Iron Moms are back to answer YOUR questions ranging from proper deadlift form to dealing with bullies. Plus, catch Inna and Raina's "one last thought" to hear what's in store for these Iron Moms. *What is TUBOW? *Any thoughts on giving kids melatonin? *Should I keep deadlifting? *What to do instead of the deadlift? Listen, subscribe, and enjoy another episode of Iron Moms USA! https://www.ironmomsusa.com/ https://www.instagram.com/ironmomsusa/ https://youtu.be/9uIKwvLwJsU
Mother's Day Special
May 08, 2021 16:00 - 32 minutes - 60.1 MBInna and Raina celebrate their first Mother's Day as Irons Moms USA! In this episode, these Iron Moms share your submissions of an ideal celebration, discuss the struggle of "mom guilt," and Inna gets real about her ambivalence around mother's day having lost her mother. Listen, subscribe, and enjoy another episode of Iron Moms USA! https://www.ironmomsusa.com/ https://www.instagram.com/ironmomsusa/ https://youtu.be/FZmpLpNjCyw
Iron Moms USA- The "Sloganator"
April 28, 2021 16:00 - 43 minutes - 40 MBThe Iron Moms answer YOUR questions ranging from "Why Starting Strength?" to TikTok's influence on how children want to dress. Plus, our favorite Iron Moms gear up for another juicy "Overhead at The Gym" segment that you do not want to miss! * Do you receive the same feedback at seminars if you don’t opt-in? * What do you do after you read THE book and finish your NLP? * Do you coach your spouse? * Raina, are you “that mom”? * Do your kids play sports? Listen, subscribe, and enjoy another...
Straight Talk with Inna- How Dare You Barbell Train?
April 21, 2021 16:00 - 36 minutes - 67.8 MBIn this Straight Talk with Inna episode, the girls continue to break the mold that smaller is not better. These Irons Moms train for strength, and most importantly, they remind us to enjoy life. Listen, subscribe and enjoy the show! https://www.ironmomsusa.com/ https://www.instagram.com/ironmomsusa/ https://www.youtube.com/c/IronMomsUSA
The vacation episode
April 14, 2021 20:00 - 31 minutes - 58.1 MBIron Moms are back for a vacation episode Q & A. How much weight do I take off of the bar when I return to training? Should I lift while on vacation? Why protein shakes? How do I keep from gaining weight on vacation? Any tips for traveling with kids? Did Raina gain weight? Tune in as we answer your questions and blow off some steam about another gym-pet peeve in, "Overheard at the Gym" - Barbell Blamers! Listen subscribe and enjoy the show. https://www.instagram.com/ https://www.ironmomsusa...
The vacation episode
April 14, 2021 20:00 - 31 minutes - 58.1 MBIron Moms are back for a vacation episode Q & A. How much weight do I take off of the bar when I return to training? Should I lift while on vacation? Why protein shakes? How do I keep from gaining weight on vacation? Any tips for traveling with kids? Did Raina gain weight? Tune in as we answer your questions and blow off some steam about another gym-pet peeve in, "Overheard at the Gym" - Barbell Blamers! Listen subscribe and enjoy the show. https://www.instagram.com/ https://www.ironmomsusa...
Lifting Postpartum
March 24, 2021 13:35 - 20 minutes - 38.1 MBIn this episode we answer your questions on how to return to training after having a baby. When is it appropriate for new moms to restart their LP? Is there a safe way to ease into training? Will keeping to a rigid training schedule help with recovery? How do you make progress? How to prioritize nutrition postpartum? Are high-waisted leggings the answer to all of our mom-problems? Thank you for submitting your questions! Listen, subscribe and enjoy the show! https://www.instagram.com/ironmo...
Fat loss, pizza and more - Q&A from the listeners
March 17, 2021 15:54 - 24 minutes - 44.8 MBDoes Inna eat anything except for pizza? Can I lose body fat after completing the Starting Strength NLP? Whats the fastest way to become a Starting Strength coach? Do you have to grow a beard to be a coach? Check out the answers to these questions and stay tuned for another fun segment of "Overheard at the Gym." Listen, subscribe and enjoy the show! https://www.instagram.com/ironmomsusa/ https://www.ironmomsusa.com/
Straight Talk with Inna - Fear Under The Bar
March 10, 2021 13:42 - 22 minutes - 30.4 MBThe big day has arrived, you're due to lift the heaviest weight that you've ever done during your training and suddenly, the fear has set in. Is fear of failure getting in the way of your progress? Is it the weight on the bar that poses a challenge or the noise in your head? In this episode Raina and Inna discuss their experience managing the unease which comes with lifting heavy and what they do to help mitigate their anxiety when getting under bar. Listen, subscribe and enjoy the show! h...
Live from the Iron Moms USA Gym!
March 03, 2021 11:57 - 18 minutes - 16.3 MBThis episode comes to you straight from the Iron Moms USA Gym! Raina and Inna podcast from their squat rack while answering listener's questions and talking-smack during, "Overheard at the Gym." You can watch the full video at our IGTV. Listen, subscribe and enjoy the show! https://www.instagram.com/ironmomsusa/ https://www.ironmomsusa.com/
Straight Talk with Inna - Training partners are important
February 24, 2021 13:00 - 26 minutes - 60 MBDo you have a training partner? Do they help motivate you and support you? Is your training partner your best friend or your spouse? In this Straight Talk with Inna episode the girls discuss the value of training partners and the supportive role they play in our lives. Listen, subscribe and enjoy the show! https://www.ironmomsusa.com/ https://www.instagram.com/ironmomsusa/
From Exercise to Training - Listener's Q&A
February 17, 2021 13:00 - 41 minutes - 95.6 MBThis is another fun podcast of Q & A from our listeners, and in this episode Raina gets called out about her choice of workout. Inna and Raina answer questions about breastfeeding and training, how to talk to fitness fanatics about training, what are Inna's top picks for barbells and what's up with Flirty Girl Fitness? No episode is complete without our "Overheard at the Gym" segment and this week we talk about the, "one-upper." Listen, subscribe and enjoy the show. Follow us at: https://www...
Lightning Round - Q & A
February 03, 2021 13:00 - 29 minutes - 68 MBThis episode is dedicated to answering all of your submissions from our Iron Moms USA Instagram. Do you see your question below? Don't forget to check out the end of the podcast as Inna and Raina discuss "Wannabe DJ's," in the gossip section of the podcast, "Overheard at the Gym!" Listeners want to know: Why do women have such a hard time doing chin-ups? Should women take supplements? Is it better to do high reps with light weight or less reps with heavy weight? How important is it to have a...
Straight Talk with Inna - The Coach-Mom Life
February 03, 2021 13:00 - 22 minutes - 52.6 MBIn this, Straight Talk episode Inna discusses the significance that barbell training plays in her children's lives and how it helped them through 2020. Strength training has always been one of the most important tools in Inna's mom-toolbox and it's no wonder why we call her, "Coach-Mom." Inna talks about how she got her kids through some of their hardest times while acting as their coach and practicing patience as a mom. Sometimes the hardest part of raising kids is stepping back and lettin...
Straight Talk with Inna - Ladies, do your 3's!
January 27, 2021 13:41 - 34 minutes - 79.7 MBIn this episode coach Inna tackles the topic of why women need to train heavier relative to their maximal strength and how triples allow them to do that. Why should women train heavier more frequently than men? Why do women get less sore, recover faster, and deal with more frequent exposures to a training stress? What would kill most men is necessary for most women; training with heavier weights more frequently. The episode wraps up with a confession from Raina about leaving her, "cardio-bun...
Training while prioritizing weight loss
January 20, 2021 13:00 - 31 minutes - 43 MBA very important question comes in from a listener who asks about training the overweight trainee and when to talk about nutrition with them. What are the types of modifications do these trainees require? Is conditioning allowed? Which cardio exercise is advised? What should you NOT do while coaching them? Inna answers these questions and more, diving deeper into how to support the overweight trainee to help them succeed. No episode is complete without, "Overheard at the Gym!" Raina gets fir...
Straight Talk with Inna -Perseverance
January 13, 2021 13:00 - 34 minutes - 79.8 MBIn this episode we get personal with Inna as she tells us about her recent career change and why this new role is so important to her. Inna has been tasked with developing coaching talent to ensure that Starting Strength Gyms continue to recruit the most talented and experienced coaches in the industry. Helping people find work, which brings their lives meaning has always been important to Inna and now she gets to do it on a bigger scale for something she believes in deeply. https://www.st...
Straight Talk with Inna -Perseverance
January 13, 2021 13:00 - 34 minutes - 79.8 MBIn this episode we get personal with Inna as she tells us about her recent career change and why this new role is so important to her. Inna has been tasked with developing coaching talent to ensure that Starting Strength Gyms continue to recruit the most talented and experienced coaches in the industry. Helping people find work, which brings their lives meaning has always been important to Inna and now she gets to do it on a bigger scale for something she believes in deeply. https://www.st...
New Year, Same Goal
January 06, 2021 13:00 - 26 minutes - 59.9 MBTeens and weightlifting? Inna answers an Iron Mom's question about how to introduce her teen to barbells and which lifts she should begin with. It's the start of the New Year and you want to test your one rep max for motivation? Inna talks about when it's appropriate to hit a max single but discourages testing when you should be training. Raina drops some gems for new moms about sleep training newborns and she talks about what helped her get her baby on a schedule. Nothing kills your gainz ...
Straight Talk with Inna -Raina's struggle with infertility
December 30, 2020 13:00 - 58 minutes - 135 MBGet the tissues out for this episode of Iron Moms because Raina shares a story so personal that even Inna could not, "Straight Talk" her this time. After years of failed fertility treatments and heartbreaking miscarriages Raina shares her difficult journey to motherhood. "I felt like my body was taking revenge on me and I just gave up." Raina talks to us about how coming to work kept her spirits up and how making the difficult decision to stop the fertility treatments helped her heal her hea...
Straight Talk with Inna -Raina's struggle with infertility
December 30, 2020 13:00 - 58 minutes - 135 MBGet the tissues out for this episode of Iron Moms because Raina shares a story so personal that even Inna could not, "Straight Talk" her this time. After years of failed fertility treatments and heartbreaking miscarriages Raina shares her difficult journey to motherhood. "I felt like my body was taking revenge on me and I just gave up." Raina talks to us about how coming to work kept her spirits up and how making the difficult decision to stop the fertility treatments helped her heal her hea...
PMS and Lifting
December 23, 2020 13:00 - 37 minutes - 86.2 MBIt's time for girl talk, Inna and Raina tackle common problems that women experience in the gym and how to train through them. PMS, stress incontinence, back pain, menstrual cycle and more. Inna thinks you should just power through but Raina recommends wearing high-waisted leggings to solve all of your problems. Listen in as we answer listener's questions on women's health, kids and exercise, mom-life and more. There is even a special appearance by Inna's son, Ben. No episode is complete wi...
PMS and Lifting
December 23, 2020 13:00 - 37 minutes - 86.2 MBIt's time for girl talk, Inna and Raina tackle common problems that women experience in the gym and how to train through them. PMS, stress incontinence, back pain, menstrual cycle and more. Inna thinks you should just power through but Raina recommends wearing high-waisted leggings to solve all of your problems. Listen in as we answer listener's questions on women's health, kids and exercise, mom-life and more. There is even a special appearance by Inna's son, Ben. No episode is complete wi...
Straight Talk with Inna - Will lifting make me bulky?
December 16, 2020 12:00 - 19 minutes - 44.4 MBRaina kicks off the episode with a listener's question that strikes a nerve with Inna, "Will lifting make women bulky?" Why is it that women judge their appearance so harshly while training for strength? What holds us back from reaching our full potential under the bar and when will all of these silly stereotypes go away?! Looks like it's up to all of you Iron Moms, to keep raising the bar for future generations of little girls. This episode also dives into a discussion on weight loss, what i...
Don't mess with my peanut butter!
December 09, 2020 13:00 - 25 minutes - 59.3 MBOn this episode we answer questions about sleep deprivation and training, which "diet" is right for a lifter and why trendy diets don't work. Raina gives us the scoop on popular fad-diets, she tells us why she prefers Weight Watchers over all the rest and why calorie counting did not work for her. All of these diets have one thing in common, calorie restriction, and Inna breaks it all down for us. If you're a lifter, you should consider your strength goals first and fuel performance. Raina ...
Straight Talk with Inna - work within your limitations
December 02, 2020 13:00 - 16 minutes - 38.7 MBThis year has spurred a career change for many people who were affected by the economic disruptions resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic. Raina and Inna talk about how they dealt with the harsh reality that their gym had to close as they confronted an uncertain future. For people who feel frustrated and hopeless, waiting for the “old normal” to return, this is your wake up call. Inna gives you some Straight Talk on how to work within your limitations and take action! Raina shares some excit...
Straight Talk with Inna - work within your limitations
December 02, 2020 13:00 - 16 minutes - 38.7 MBThis year has spurred a career change for many people who were affected by the economic disruptions resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic. Raina and Inna talk about how they dealt with the harsh reality that their gym had to close as they confronted an uncertain future. For people who feel frustrated and hopeless, waiting for the “old normal” to return, this is your wake up call. Inna gives you some Straight Talk on how to work within your limitations and take action! Raina shares some excit...
Mom-Burnout and How to Prevent It
November 25, 2020 13:00 - 27 minutes - 62.4 MBIn this week's episode of Iron Moms, Raina and Inna answer listener's questions and get their frustrations out about a big gym-pet-peeve in, "Overheard at the Gym." Q: "How does a working mom refill her bucket?" A: It’s the small wins that begin to build motivation and it all starts with self-care. Inna and Raina share tips that helped them get through frustrating times as working-moms and how they found practical ways to recharge without mom-guilt. The bottom line? Even the simplest change...
Stay in your lane
November 18, 2020 13:00 - 29 minutes - 66.5 MBThis weeks Q&A segment gets both, Raina and Inna fired up because they discuss Tori's lifting and the negative response her weightlifting videos get on social media. Should kids lift? Should moms let them? "Slow your roll," where did everyone get the false idea that weightlifting was more dangerous than sports? (see article link below) Inna tells you how to introduce weightlifting to your kids and when it's safe for them to begin a formal training program. Raina and Inna answer a listener's ...
Straight Talk with Inna -negativity, ain't nobody got time for that!
November 11, 2020 13:00 - 21 minutes - 50.1 MBStraight Talk with Inna addresses a listener's question on how to get rid of negativity from their life. Inna delivers very direct answers and asks some deep questions on the subject of tolerating bullsh*t. She shares personal choices that helped her steer clear of bad friends and bad habits, what promises she made after losing her mother and what we need to learn from difficult times. Tough love yields tough choices, Inna gives you something to think about while you struggle with personal d...
Let me take a selfie
November 04, 2020 13:00 - 27 minutes - 62.2 MBAre you guilty of taking selfies in the gym? Does it hold up your workout? Even worse, does it hold up someone else's? Raina closes today's podcast with a fun discussion on gym-selfies in our, "Overhead at the Gym" segment, her favorite part of the podcast:) Our listener's want to know what to expect in their first session with a Starting Strength coach and how much weight they are expected to lift. Coach Inna talks about what every introductory session is like with a coach and the method th...
Straight Talk with Inna - How to start lifting
October 28, 2020 12:00 - 29 minutes - 67 MBYou've heard us promote the benefits of lifting, you looked up the Starting Strength method and now you're ready to begin, but where do you start? Inna and Raina take a trip down memory lane to a time when their gym was all fitness-class based. They recall how Inna discovered the Starting Strength seminar which changed the course of Inna's career and impacted their own fitness in a big way. In this episode you will learn what the first step should be in your strength journey, how to begin lif...
Straight Talk with Inna -Self Improvement
October 22, 2020 12:00 - 18 minutes - 41.5 MBSelf-improvement :the act or process of improving oneself by one's own actions. A simple definition for quite a complex task made even more challenging by a pandemic. Inna and Raina tackle the issue of self-improvement and discuss how vital our fitness regiment has become in light of heightened health concerns. As many of us struggle to rebuild our workout routines, just as many of us struggle to rebuild the social structure they've lost when gyms closed. Listen to this podcast as Inna tells...
Straight Talk with Inna -Self Improvement
October 22, 2020 12:00 - 18 minutes - 41.5 MBSelf-improvement :the act or process of improving oneself by one's own actions. A simple definition for quite a complex task made even more challenging by a pandemic. Inna and Raina tackle the issue of self-improvement and discuss how vital our fitness regiment has become in light of heightened health concerns. As many of us struggle to rebuild our workout routines, just as many of us struggle to rebuild the social structure they've lost when gyms closed. Listen to this podcast as Inna tells...
Alissa Benishai - Founder of Phat Buddha
October 18, 2020 12:00 - 50 minutes - 117 MBPhat Buddha is much more than just a wardrobe for working out. It's a fashion-forward, seamless-focused brand designed for your body, and a one-size fits all activewear brand. Founder Alissa Benishai has evolved Phat Buddha into more than just a fitness apparel brand, pivoting during the pandemic and collaborating with other big brands to help communities all over the world get back on their feet. We had the pleasure of chatting, not just with Alissa, but her mom too. From work-life to celebr...
Don't steal my rep!
October 08, 2020 12:05 - 24 minutes - 57.3 MBIn this episode, "Overheard at the Gym" tackles Raina's pet peeve, poor bench press spotting skills. Have you ever had a spotter take the bar from you as you fought for the last rep? How mad did it make you?! Listen in as Raina discusses this hot topic at the end of the episode. Inna and Raina catch you up on trending fitness news and tackle your Q&A, but why is Inna so distracted during this episode? There's a dog in the recording studio! - Where do you purchase fitness equipment? - What c...
How to choose the right goal for you now
October 02, 2020 11:53 - 18 minutes - 41.3 MBHow do you know what's right for you when choosing a goal? Inna suggest that you consider starting with your health first and doing a "self-check in." Inna talks about how her work was negatively impacted by chronic pain while trying to build a fitness business. To hell with, "no pain-no gain," the world has changed and we need to do better with self care. At a time when soreness was a measurement for success in the gym, Inna was in search of a different way to do things and found her answer ...
Don't be a hater
September 24, 2020 12:00 - 22 minutes - 51 MBThis episode is packed with trending news on TikTok, Facebook, Apple and Straight Talk advice from Inna on your Q & A submissions: Is walking real exercise? What is the most efficient calorie burn? Which barbell lift is Inna's favorite? What’s Raina's favorite fitness app and gym right now? - Hint, she can't stop dancing. Starting Strength Gyms are hiring! They have openings for SS coaches available now, at new locations all over the country with Starting Strength Portland coming soon. It's ...
Don't be a hater
September 24, 2020 12:00 - 22 minutes - 51 MBThis episode is packed with trending news on TikTok, Facebook, Apple and Straight Talk advice from Inna on your Q & A submissions: Is walking real exercise? What is the most efficient calorie burn? Which barbell lift is Inna's favorite? What’s Raina's favorite fitness app and gym right now? - Hint, she can't stop dancing. Starting Strength Gyms are hiring! They have openings for SS coaches available now, at new locations all over the country with Starting Strength Portland coming soon. It's ...
Straight Talk with Inna -Self Confidence
September 10, 2020 14:35 - 42 minutes - 97.9 MBBloopers kick off this episode and we decided to leave them in because everybody could use a good laugh sometimes. If you're a personal brand this episode is for you. "How you feel about your body will directly impact how you come across on camera." We always recommend that our clients address nutrition ...
Straight Talk with Inna -Self Confidence
September 10, 2020 14:35 - 42 minutes - 97.9 MBBloopers kick off this episode and we decided to leave them in because everybody could use a good laugh sometimes. If you're a personal brand this episode is for you. "How you feel about your body will directly impact how you come across on camera." We always recommend that our clients address nutrition ...
Straight Talk with Inna - Tough Love
September 02, 2020 15:17 - 24 minutes - 55.2 MBWhether you are raising children, running a business or managing a brand, tough love is sometimes a part of the process. Inna and Raina talk about how they have used tough love to help bring out the best in their clients and themselves. From fitness to fashion, image is everything because when you look good you feel good. Do you have a hard time taking feedback? Are you resistant to change? This podcast will help you understand how to interpret tough love without being defensive and learn...
Tough Love
September 02, 2020 15:17 - 24 minutes - 55.2 MBWhether you are raising children, running a business or managing a brand, tough love is sometimes a part of the process. Inna and Raina talk about how they have used tough love to help bring out the best in their clients and themselves. From fitness to fashion, image is everything because when you look good you feel good. Do you have a hard time taking feedback? Are you resistant to change? This podcast will help you understand how to interpret tough love without being defensive a...
Gyms are Back!
August 26, 2020 22:16 - 36 minutes - 82.5 MBGyms are open in N.Y., or are they? Between limiting gyms to 33% occupancy, mandatory regulations, best practices established by the state and the growing expense of cleaning supplies how will gyms survive? Outdoor classes seem to be the hottest fitness trend right now, and most gyms are maintaining those classes in addition to indoor workouts. NYFC continues to lead the fight to get gyms up and running all over the state, the New York Fitness Coalition unites gyms. This weeks Q&A focuses ...
Straight Talk with Inna - Fitness and Mental Health
August 18, 2020 11:36 - 21 minutes - 49.4 MBThis Straight Talk with Inna was inspired by a message received from a listener who feels lost without her gym community. We get personal with co-host, Raina Butler as we tackle the topic of mental health and fitness. Raina talks about how losing her gym in the middle of a pandemic affected her physical and mental health. Raina is not alone, many of our listeners are suffering without the support of their fitness routines and the community that kept them strong. Rebuilding a fitness routine...
Fitness and Mental Health
August 18, 2020 11:36 - 21 minutes - 49.4 MBThis Straight Talk with Inna was inspired by a message received from a listener who feels lost without her gym community. We get personal with co-host, Raina Butler as we tackle the topic of mental health and fitness. Raina talks about how losing her gym in the middle of a pandemic affected her physical and mental health. Raina is not alone, many of our listeners are suffering without the support of their fitness routines and the community that kept them strong. Rebuilding a fitness routine...