Brutal Iron Gym

1010 - Training - Training Program Creation Example

In today's podcast we discuss the set up of a training template for a client.  We discuss what their goals are and how we created a template for their workouts they can use to achieve those goals but within a structure that allows for personal adjustment along the way.  Truly a training program for THEM, not a program they have to fit into.  In the podcast we discuss how YOU can create this template for yourself!

1009 - Nutrition - Post Consultation Summary

In today's podcast we discuss concepts from a recent nutrition consultation.  We cover how to fit a diet to YOU rather than you trying to fit to a diet.  The need for caloric cycling per day but also within a single day.  The benefits of matching food digestion rates to your meal schedule.  And much more!!!

1008 - Q&A - Diet Review - Strength Focus with Peak Aesthetics

In today's podcast we review the diet of a strength athlete!  We discuss the good and the "could be better" haha, and give tips for how YOU can best gain strength and muscle while minimizing body fat!

1007 - Mindset – Building Self-Worth and Self-Confidence

In today's podcast we discuss the common struggle to obtain and balance a healthy sense of self-worth and self-belief.  Why do we struggle with these feelings?  And, how can we build them up?!

1006 - Training - How Much Should I Do?

In today's podcast we discuss proper training volume per workout and per week; what's the right amount, and, how do we know?  We provide examples and extra resources so you can create YOUR OWN training template and know how to adjust it as needed over time

1005 – Nutrition – What's Realistic?

In today's podcast we discuss what are realistic goals when it comes to fat loss, muscle gain, and strength gain.  What's truly possible?

1004 – Q&A – How to Grow the Glutes Without Growing the Quadriceps

In today's podcast we discuss how to modify your training to better develop the lower Glutes to create roundness and fullness to the Glutes but without causing increased growth in the Quadriceps.  This is helpful for those wanting to balance over-dominant Quadriceps development and/or those wanting to build Glute size but not increase size in their thighs.

1003 - Mindset - How to Handle Nervousness

Do you get nervous before big events?  Or, even small ones?  Of course you do!  Nervousness is NORMAL!!!  In today's podcast we destigmatize nervousness and gives 3 steps you can take to handle nervousness and still perform your best!!!

1002 - Training - Are You Doing What You Think You're Doing?

In today's podcast we discuss common mistakes people make in technique, programming, exercise selection, training focus, and more that are holding them back WITHOUT them know it!  If you're going to work hard, make sure you're working hard at the right things AND in the right way!!!

1001 - Nutrition - Nutrition for Strongman

In today's podcast we provide nutrition advice for strength athletes; people who want maximal strength performance.  We discuss how to structure your nutrition during seasons of growth, seasons of weight loss with strength gain still as a focus, and how to cut weight the week leading into a competition.

1000 – Q&A – A Helping Hand

In today's podcast, to celebrate our 1,000 podcast, we do... what we always do, haha.  We answer your questions and provide helpful information!  In today's podcast we discuss a listener's story; their struggles mentally, emotionally, financially, and all the other "ally"s haha.  We provide information that can help them and YOU overcome common obstacles so you can become your best self!

999 - Mindset - Self-Understanding vs Self-Condemnation

In today's podcast we discuss our flaws, how we perceive them, and, how that affects our progress in life.  How can we best view our flaws so we can still become our best selves?

998 - Training - Training for Shape vs Size

In today's podcast we contrast the nutrition and training differences and similarities between training for shape versus training for size.  The goal is to clarify for people who believe their training for shape that what they're doing is correct, and those training for size, how they can do so with minimal unwanted fat gains.

997 - Nutrition - What's Next?

You've been tracking your calories and protein, you've been eating on a consistent schedule... you've seen some results but you're ready for more... what's next?  What's the next steps in your nutrition that can help push you to the next level?  In today's podcast we answer this question and provide the next THREE steps you can take to get more results!!!

996 - Q&A - Diet Review - Female with Reshaping Goal

In today's podcast we review the diet and training of a female wanting to reshape her physique!  We give her (and YOU) the answers for how she can build muscle AND lose fat at the same time!!!

995 - Mindset - Tortoise and the Hare

When it comes to the tortoise and the hare... which should we be?  Should we attack the now and do our best in every moment, or, should we be patient and keep the bigger picture in mind?  What if... we're supposed to be... both?

994 - Training - Creating Variety Without Losing Effectiveness

In today's podcast we discuss a common mistake people make when trying to create variety in their programming.  AND!!!  We discuss several ways YOU can avoid this mistake!!!

993 – Nutrition – What Will You Do Afterwards?

Have a goal you're working towards?  Want to lose weight, gain muscle, improve performance?  If your goal is short term, BUT, you want the results for long-term... what will you do after your goal is met?  Is what you're doing to achieve success going to allow you to sustain succes?

992 - Q&A - I'm New to Working Out, Where Do I Start?

If you're new to the gym, or new to weight training, and you're wondering what's the best way to get started, the best way to ensure long-term success... you're in luck!!!  Today's podcast will tell you the who, what, where, when, and how's of getting started!!!

991 - Mindset - Parkinson's Law

In today's podcast we talk about time!  Why there never seems to be enough, and, how YOU can make more of it!!!