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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 answers questions live from Starting Strength Network subscribers and fans.

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.

Rip discusses common training misconceptions, explaining why they aren’t optimal and how your time could be better spent.

Rip discusses gym safety, the importance of using common sense, and what to avoid. He also talks about the most common sources of injury and how to prevent them.

Rip answers questions from Starting Strength Network subscribers and fans.

Rip covers the variables you can control in your training, such as consistency, compliance, and recovery, and discusses factors beyond your control, like genetics. He also explores common reasons why your progress might be stalled and how to address them.

Rip talks with Dr. Mike Wittmer about the influence of government in telemedicine, the growing role of big pharmaceutical companies in weight loss treatments, and the rise of medications like Ozempic. Dr. Wittmer sheds light on the long-term impact of medication use and testosterone’s effects on fertility.

Rip answers questions live from Starting Strength Network subscribers and fans.

Rip answers questions from Starting Strength Network subscribers and fans.

Rip and Karl Denninger reflect over the last four years of American history, discussing key issues covered on Karl’s blog, The Market Ticker. They talk about topics ranging from government incompetence and mounting debt to the climate crisis, the challenges of transitioning to an all-electric infrastructure, and the potential downfall of Western civilization. The conversation also touches on AI, inflation, and the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.

Rip and Rusty discuss the controversy surrounding transgender athletes competing in the Olympics. They also talk about an inmate whose ordered “Blue Book” was confiscated due to claims of it being “too violent.” Lastly, Rip explains why the trap bar deadlift is more akin to a squat than a traditional deadlift.

Rip talks about movies live with Starting Strength Network subscribers and fans.

Rip discusses Tanner Shuck's journey from football player to CrossFit athlete to coach. They delve into the issues with high-intensity workouts focused on speed and maximum reps, highlighting how these practices often lead to injuries and why they don’t qualify as effective training.

Rip discusses how strength training not only makes you more resilient but also enhances your ability to endure hard things. You become self-sufficient and better equipped to handle the difficult situations life throws at you.

Rip answers questions from Starting Strength Network subscribers and fans. 03:34 Rip explains how a Q&A works 05:33 Comments from the Haters! 22:33 Wife told to take statins 35:15 Should I get “The Barbell Prescription”? 38:54 More presses, fewer Tommy John surgeries 44:23 Music episode 46:31 Bodybuilding programming 51:23 Monolift bench 54:08 How to use lifting straps 57:35 Training for an older demographic 1:01:16 You need to gain weight, man 1:03:46 4-day split 1:07:55 Training a 14-year-old 1:11:59 Squat heavier than deadlift