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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 Dec 22, 2022
1532 - Q&A - Do Squats Grow Your Hamstrings
Thursday Dec 22, 2022
Thursday Dec 22, 2022
Want to build bigger hamstrings? Thinking of squatting more to achieve that goal? Think again!!! Listen to learn more!!!
Wednesday Dec 21, 2022
1531 - Mindset - What I Struggle With and How I Work to Correct It
Wednesday Dec 21, 2022
Wednesday Dec 21, 2022
If you're struggling with something mentally you're not alone, everyone struggles with something, BUT, not everyone works to address it! In today's podcast we discuss a few struggles I'm working through to give encouragement to others to work through their struggles and create a happier life!
Tuesday Dec 20, 2022
1530 - Training - Quick Workout Ideas based on Goals
Tuesday Dec 20, 2022
Tuesday Dec 20, 2022
Need a quick workout? But, you want one specific to your abilities, your equipment, your goals? In today's podcast we discuss a workout structure and its variations so that you can make exactly the workout that's best for YOU and get it done in the time you need!
Monday Dec 19, 2022
1529 - Nutrition - Steps for a 12 Week Transformation
Monday Dec 19, 2022
Monday Dec 19, 2022
Want to transform your physique in just 12 weeks?!! A nutrition and training protocol for a 12-week transformation can cost hundreds of dollars... BUT... in today's podcast I explain how you can do it for FREE!!! Yes, absolutely free!!! Listen in to learn more!!!
Sunday Dec 18, 2022
1528 - Q&A - Glycerol Supplement & Growth Supplements
Sunday Dec 18, 2022
Sunday Dec 18, 2022
What are the best supplements for muscle growth? Would be pretty nice to know, huh? haha Well, you're in luck! In today's podcast we discuss common supplement ingredients and provide a list for the best muscle growth supplements!
Saturday Dec 17, 2022
1527 - Mindset - Sliver Linings
Saturday Dec 17, 2022
Saturday Dec 17, 2022
Nope, that's not a typo... we're actually talking today about sliver linings... about trying to find the positive of where you are, ANY positive, and building upon that to generate hope and action, to help you get back on track and CRUSHING your goals!
Friday Dec 16, 2022
1526 - Training - Method for Progressing Your Main Lifts
Friday Dec 16, 2022
Friday Dec 16, 2022
Stuck? Not getting any stronger? Have you tried Loading Intensity Waves? If not, then listen to today's podcast! I discuss the programming concept of Load Intensity Waves and how YOU can use them to get a boost in strength!!!
Thursday Dec 15, 2022
1525 - Nutrition - Methods for Increasing Calories
Thursday Dec 15, 2022
Thursday Dec 15, 2022
Struggling to eat enough? You want to grow but you just can't seem to eat any more?! In today's podcast I share the tips that I use with my clients who are facing the same struggle! We discuss the best foods to eat and how to track your calories and protein!
Wednesday Dec 14, 2022
1524 - Q&A - How to Grow Your Calves
Wednesday Dec 14, 2022
Wednesday Dec 14, 2022
Want to turn those calves into COWS!!! In today's podcast we throw the kitchen sink at you with a TON of calf training information as well as MY SECRET weapon for building the BIGGEST calves possible!!!
Tuesday Dec 13, 2022
1523 - Mindset - What You Think... Is Wrong
Tuesday Dec 13, 2022
Tuesday Dec 13, 2022
When you're making your plan to reach a goal... what do you think? How long do you think it'll take? How intense of effort do you think it'll take? What if... what you think... is wrong? Listen to today's podcast to find out more!!!
Monday Dec 12, 2022
1522 - Training - Intensity Technique - Mechanical Drop Set
Monday Dec 12, 2022
Monday Dec 12, 2022
Want to learn a fun new way to add intensity and challenge to your training? In today's podcast we present a technique called "Mechanical Drop Set" which can be a great way to give a creative boost to your training!!!
Sunday Dec 11, 2022
1521 - Nutrition - Regaining Discipline After Reaching a Goal
Sunday Dec 11, 2022
Sunday Dec 11, 2022
Are you struggling with discipline and motivation after reaching your goal? You pushed so hard to achieve the goal that now you feel burned out and are struggling to take on any new challenges. In today's podcast we discuss 5 concepts that influence our discipline and motivation after reaching a goal and how we can better understand the struggles and adjustments we face when wanting to push for a new goal!
Saturday Dec 10, 2022
1520 - Q&A - Nutrition Details - Protein Percentage per Meal
Saturday Dec 10, 2022
Saturday Dec 10, 2022
Wondering why you're not leaner even though you track your calories and protein per day? In today's podcast we discuss a concept that may be holding you back from your peak physique!!! Listen in to learn more!!!
Friday Dec 09, 2022
1519 - Mindset - Common Mental Mistakes I See in Clients
Friday Dec 09, 2022
Friday Dec 09, 2022
What mental struggles do you face? What's holding you back from being your best self? In today's podcast we discuss 5 common mental mistakes I see in clients along with the methods we use to address them!!!
Thursday Dec 08, 2022
1518 - Training - Intensity Techniques & Progressive Set Schemes
Thursday Dec 08, 2022
Thursday Dec 08, 2022
Want to learn ways to make your workouts more creative and fun?! Who doesn't?! In today's podcast we discuss many techniques you can use to spice up your workouts and push yourself for greater progress!!!
Wednesday Dec 07, 2022
1517 - Nutrition - Client Case Study - Addressing Under-Eating
Wednesday Dec 07, 2022
Wednesday Dec 07, 2022
Do you struggle with eating enough? Worried about your overall health, worried about how to make progress in your fitness goals? In today's podcast we review a current clients nutrition program structure, their recent food logs, and the advice I will be giving them!!!
Tuesday Dec 06, 2022
1516 - Q&A - Training Same Body Parts on Back-to-Back Days for Muscle Growth
Tuesday Dec 06, 2022
Tuesday Dec 06, 2022
Want bigger muscles but feel plateaued? We've got a solution!!! In today's podcast we provide a template you can use to train the same body parts on back-to-back days to promote greater growth gains while keeping the workouts under 60 minutes and protecting your joints!!! Sound too good to be true? Try it and find out!!!
Monday Dec 05, 2022
1515 - Mindset - How to Manage Feeling Overwhelmed
Monday Dec 05, 2022
Monday Dec 05, 2022
Feel overwhelmed? Does a bear... haha. In today's podcast we discuss how to manage the feeling of being overwhelmed so that you can maintain great relationships and still push forward towards your goals
Sunday Dec 04, 2022
1514 - Training - How to Grow Muscle Without a Painful Pump
Sunday Dec 04, 2022
Sunday Dec 04, 2022
Do you experience a painful burning sensation when training certain muscles? Does it discourage you from training them as often and as intensely as you'd like? In today's podcast we discuss what causes that burning pain and how you can reduce it while still achieving great growth results!!!
Saturday Dec 03, 2022
1513 - Nutrition - How Strict Do I Need to Be?
Saturday Dec 03, 2022
Saturday Dec 03, 2022
When wanting to make progress, how strict do you need to be with your nutrition? We answer that question today AND provide steps with how to get the best results for your efforts!!!