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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
Episodes
Thursday Aug 01, 2024
Thursday Aug 01, 2024
If you're in the middle of a storm, if life is beating you down, you're overwhelmed, stressed, if you're unsure of how you'll survive... today's podcast can help. In today's podcast I discuss 5 tips that will help you weather the storm and come out on the other side in a better place!
Tuesday Jul 30, 2024
Tuesday Jul 30, 2024
This podcast is a "fly on the wall" experience with 9.5x body weight Total Powerlifter Jared Caroff. He and I discuss his recent powerlifting meet! What went well and what adjustments we'll be making in his future programming! Tons of great powerlifting programming and mindset information!!!
Monday Jul 29, 2024
Monday Jul 29, 2024
Another week, another weight PR!!! In today's podcast Meredith and I discuss this week's new lower caloric intake, how to stay motivated through a long contest prep, and how to overcome depression and trauma. Lots of great information!!!
Saturday Jul 27, 2024
Saturday Jul 27, 2024
If you take drugs and supplements will they help you achieve better results in your training? You may believe the answer is "of course", but... it actually isn't! They may make no difference at all!!! Listen in to learn more!
Friday Jul 26, 2024
Friday Jul 26, 2024
Do you want to be leaner? If so, are you tracking progress via body weight? That MAY end up causing mental and emotional stress because if you want to be leaner how much you weigh actually doesn't matter! Listen in to learn more!!!
Thursday Jul 25, 2024
Thursday Jul 25, 2024
Would you like to lose some body fat BUT you still want to maximize your training performance? In today's podcast I discuss how a client and I are approaching a fat loss phase leading into a running race, and what steps we're taking to ensure we can not only perform well at the race after having lost body fat, but how we can actually IMPROVE our performance by race day!!! Listen in to learn more!
Wednesday Jul 24, 2024
Wednesday Jul 24, 2024
When you make a mistake, when you mess up, what do you do? What's your response? How you respond to singular failures determines your overall success. Make sure you're responding the right way!!!
Tuesday Jul 23, 2024
Tuesday Jul 23, 2024
In today's podcast I explain workout by workout, exercise by exercise the thought process behind creating a personalized client program. This client is working towards a high rep squat goal, 50 reps at age 50, and an upcoming competition, the 2025 Arnold Amateur Classic Physique!!! Along with the podcast we're offering the program he's currently following for free to anyone that wants it!!! Listen in to learn more!
Monday Jul 22, 2024
Monday Jul 22, 2024
Want to learn how contest prep diets are modified to ensure progress? In today's podcast Meredith and I discuss her upcoming nutrition changes in real time! Discussing what factors are most important and how personal choice can be factored into diet decisions.
Thursday Jul 18, 2024
Thursday Jul 18, 2024
Can you eat carbs to maximize performance without maxing out your waistline? In today's podcast I discuss what percentage of your total calories can be carbs and when you should consume those carbs in order to peak your performance while staying in peak condition!
Wednesday Jul 17, 2024
Wednesday Jul 17, 2024
Are you consistent with training BUT not seeing the results you want? It could mean that your training program may need updates and refinement, BUT, it could also mean that your nutrition needs the same attention as well! In today's podcast I discuss the role nutrition plays in supporting our training in both performance and results.
Tuesday Jul 16, 2024
Tuesday Jul 16, 2024
Are you unhappy where you are but, you're too tired, too overwhelmed, too depressed to continue trying? What do you do when you find yourself in this mental space? In today's podcast we explore this feeling and provide an answer for what your next step should be!
Monday Jul 15, 2024
Monday Jul 15, 2024
Another successful week! This week we navigated extended traveling, catered eating, and a chaotic schedule... but, we made progress!!! Listen in to learn more!!!
Sunday Jul 14, 2024
Sunday Jul 14, 2024
Jared Caroff joins me for today's podcast! We discuss his journey towards a 10x body weight Total and 5x body weight Deadlift!!! We also discuss physical therapy topics and advice he gives to his clients that YOU the listener can benefit from! Tons of great information!!!
Saturday Jul 13, 2024
Saturday Jul 13, 2024
Are you experiencing low back pain with barbell deadlifts? If so, can you use a Trap Bar instead? Changing from a barbell to a trap bar does offer pain reduction benefits but does it change the muscles you're actually working? Listen in to find out more!
Friday Jul 12, 2024
Friday Jul 12, 2024
Are you struggling in your workouts? Your body feels sluggish and stiff, you don't feel strong, you just don't feel like your normal self... what's happening?! In today's podcast I share a client example of this situation and break down the steps of what to look for in order to correct the issue! Tons of great information!!!
Thursday Jul 11, 2024
Thursday Jul 11, 2024
Want a beginner friendly lower body workout structure? In today's podcast I explain the workout components that are important for youth and beginners and how to structure a safe but effective workout. Listen in to learn more!
Tuesday Jul 09, 2024
Tuesday Jul 09, 2024
The metrics are often what we measure success by, BUT, the meaning is why we try to be successful in the first place! If you're feeling discouraged, if you're struggling remembering the DIFFERENCE between the metrics and the meaning can help you push forward! Listen in to learn more!
Monday Jul 08, 2024
Monday Jul 08, 2024
Meredith hit another weight loss PR this past week!!! She's on track and making progress in spite of some new life chaos haha. Listen in to learn how she's making it through the mess while keeping her sanity... mostly, haha.
Sunday Jul 07, 2024
Sunday Jul 07, 2024
Today's podcast is AMAZING!!! I interview Paul and Sherri Peterson of First Half Parenting to discuss how to manage "healthy eating" as a family! They discuss meal ideas, food prep strategies, how to teach healthy eating to your kids, how to manage healthy eating as a busy parent, and so much more!!! They share a TON of helpful information in this podcast!!! Thank you Paul & Sherri!!!