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Brutal Iron Gym Podcast is hosted by Robert Polenik. Rob has a Masters in Human Nutrition, Bachelor‘s in Health and Physical Education, Personal Training certification through American College of Sports Medicine, is a Corrective Exercise Specialist through National Academy of Sports Medicine, and a Running Fitness Coach & Tactical Fitness Coach through American Sports & Fitness Association. He has a client history of over 3,000+ clients and a teaching history of 500+ students at the university level. He has helped clients earn Pro Cards in aesthetic sports, Elite Totals and World / National / State records in Powerlifting, helped high school athletes earn D1 scholarships, and has worked with Professional and Olympic athletes. To learn more about Rob and Brutal Iron Gym visit www.brutalirongym.com
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Want to get stronger for CrossFit? Do you struggle with aches and pains? With limited mobility? In today's podcast I discuss how you can address strength and mobility while properly controlling training volume within a CrossFit program!
3 days ago
3 days ago
Is your teenage athlete eating enough? Are they eating the right foods? Should they be taking supplements? If so, which ones are safe? In today's podcast I answer all of these questions and share 5 nutrition-based key areas of focus for teenage athletes!
6 days ago
6 days ago
Are you struggling to "feel" your muscles when you perform a specific exercise? In today's podcast I provide 3 tips that can help you develop better mind-muscle connection which can help you better feel your muscles and help you achieve better results!
Wednesday Mar 19, 2025
Wednesday Mar 19, 2025
Are you feeling overwhelmed? If so, today's podcast can help! I provide 3 steps we can take to regain control and get back to feeling motivated and proactive! Listen in to learn more!
Monday Mar 17, 2025
Monday Mar 17, 2025
Ever wonder what your coach thinks when you "go off program"? I don't know about your coach specifically, but in today's podcast I share my thoughts as a coach (and fellow athlete) when clients go off program. I share my thoughts, advice, and suggestions for how to, if you're going to do it, do it safely!!!
Friday Mar 14, 2025
Friday Mar 14, 2025
Are you getting THE BEST workouts possible? How do you know? In today's podcast I teach you how to ensure you're properly hydrated and fueled for your workouts so you can have THE BEST workouts possible!!! Listen in to learn more!
Wednesday Mar 12, 2025
Wednesday Mar 12, 2025
What is "the perfect" workout order? Do you know it? Are you following it? Listen to today's podcast to find out!!!
Monday Mar 10, 2025
Monday Mar 10, 2025
Today's podcast is a group discussion with 3 trainers, along with myself, focused on strength-based training. The 3 guests are Lauren Rutan (IFBB Pro & Elite Powerlifter), Jared Caroff (Physical Therapist & Elite Powerlifter), and Bryce Carter (Master-level Powerlifter & Strength Coach).
Friday Mar 07, 2025
Friday Mar 07, 2025
Do you struggle with expecting more than what you're getting? When you don't see the progress you expect, does it cause you to feel defeated, to consider quitting? If so, today's podcast can help! In today's podcast I explain healthy expectations for fat loss, muscle growth, and strength progressions!!! Listen in to learn more!
Wednesday Mar 05, 2025
Wednesday Mar 05, 2025
Is it true that "more is better"? How often you should squat, bench, and deadlift in order to maximize strength is dependent on many individual factors! In today's podcast I discuss 3 factors that should be considered when deciding on the appropriate frequency for the "Big 3 Lifts"!
Monday Mar 03, 2025
Monday Mar 03, 2025
Who is the best source for nutrition knowledge... nutritionists!!! Doctors are not formally tested on nutrition knowledge specific to weight loss and aesthetics and are therefore not the best sources for knowledge in these areas. If you are seeking nutrition knowledge speak to a nutritionist.
Friday Feb 28, 2025
Friday Feb 28, 2025
Have you heard that anywhere between 5-30 reps is okay for muscle growth? Or, maybe you've heard that low reps are best? In today's podcast I discuss the pros and cons of both low reps and high reps and how YOU can determine which rep ranges are best for you!!!
Wednesday Feb 26, 2025
Wednesday Feb 26, 2025
Have you struggled? Are you struggling? If so, you likely have tried many approaches, many strategies, but have experienced failure. When we're in this situation it can be hard to separate the outcome from our perceived self-value. In today's podcast I discuss the importance of maintaining a mental distinction between our efforts and the outcomes we experience.
Monday Feb 24, 2025
Monday Feb 24, 2025
How do you know if you're doing too much? In today's podcast we discuss 7 key factors that can tell you if you're doing enough in your training, or, too much! Listen in to learn more!
Friday Feb 21, 2025
Friday Feb 21, 2025
Yes, you read the title right... what you eat doesn't matter... UNTIL... you're eating enough! THAT you eat is more important than what you eat! Listen to today's podcast to find out how much you should be eating AND when you should be eating it!
Wednesday Feb 19, 2025
Wednesday Feb 19, 2025
In the pursuit of your goals, what data should you track? Training performance, calories, body weight, sleep, etc??? We want to track enough to achieve our goals, but not so much that it feels overwhelming. Listen to today's podcast to find out what data would be best for you!
Monday Feb 17, 2025
Monday Feb 17, 2025
Do you struggle with the fear of failure? Is it holding you back from giving your best, from being your best? If so, you're not alone! It's more common than you may believe! In today's podcast I discuss the fear of failure and the mental frameworks we can use to overcome that fear to truly cultivate our best life!
Friday Feb 14, 2025
Friday Feb 14, 2025
Want an in-depth education on powerlifting programming? If so, you're in luck! In today's podcast I discuss the programming of a 4x Elite Total Powerlifter, fitness business owner, AND mother of 6!!! I explain exercise by exercise her current program and the underlying elements that have allowed her to be so successful! Listen in to learn more!
Wednesday Feb 12, 2025
Wednesday Feb 12, 2025
Do you struggle with consistency? If so, in today's podcast we discuss tips that can improve your consistency by simplifying what to do and making it EASIER to do! Listen in to learn more!
Monday Feb 10, 2025
Monday Feb 10, 2025
Need to improve your aerobic fitness, but, you hate running? If so, we've got you covered! In today's podcast I discuss how you can structure workouts to address aerobic fitness with weighted and body weight circuits!