Ep. 428: Is Starting Strength a Cult? With Grant Broggi
Jun 17, 2024
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Grant Broggi, Owner of The Strength Co, discusses Starting Strength, weight plates, and South Dakota experiences. The podcast explores cult-like behaviors in fitness groups, misconceptions about training programs, and balancing progress in strength training. An engaging conversation filled with insights and reflections on various training methodologies.
Starting Strength plates are exclusive limited editions for lifting enthusiasts.
Navigating social media challenges requires engaging content and effective strategies.
Consistency and dedication are vital in maintaining podcast quality and production.
Dry flies offer a unique fishing experience on the water's surface.
Cowboy hats in South Carolina may draw more attention compared to South Dakota.
Maintaining a social media presence on specific platforms can yield higher engagement and conversions.
Deep dives
Western Northeast South Dakota Tour
Exploring the beautiful Black Hills of South Dakota, visiting iconic spots like Mount Rushmore, hiking to Wild Bill's grave site, and experiencing the scenic Sylvan Lake, making for an exciting adventure.
Special Edition Strength Co Plates
The Strength Co is releasing limited edition red plates with 'Lift Hard' and 'Lift Easy' imprints, a must-have for lifting enthusiasts. These plates will be exclusive to the Lift Hard, Live Easy Classic event, so don't miss the opportunity to grab a pair.
Social Media Challenges
Navigating the challenges of posting on social media, including finding engaging content, crafting effective captions, and dealing with varying audience responses, highlighting the complexities and unique considerations in digital marketing strategies.
Podcasting Insights
Reflections on the podcasting journey, emphasizing consistency and dedication required for weekly episodes, tackling issues of creating entertaining content, maintaining dialogues, and the unexpected intricacies of podcast production.
Underrated: Using floating dry flies in fly fishing
Floating dry flies in fly fishing are underrated. When compared to using indicators or sinking flies, dry flies can offer a different experience of presenting the fly on the water's surface, leading to potential success in catching fish.
Overrated: The South Carolina Cowboy Hat Fashion
Wearing cowboy hats in South Carolina is overrated. While the hats are not unusual, they may draw more attention there compared to other places like South Dakota, where they are more common and less noteworthy.
Underrated: Social Presence on X Platform
Maintaining a social media presence on the X platform is underrated. This platform can provide a higher return on spend, engagement, and conversion rates compared to other social media platforms, making it a valuable tool for content creators and businesses.
Overrated: Automated Posting on Instagram
Automated posting on Instagram without engaging with the community can be overrated. While it may save time, true engagement and interaction with followers can lead to more meaningful connections and better results in the long run.
Underrated: Casual Wearing of Hats in South Dakota
Casually wearing hats in South Dakota is underrated, as it is a common practice among ranchers and residents. Hats provide sun protection and serve as a functional accessory, making them a practical choice in the region.
Overrated: Cowboy Hats on Social Media
The trend of wearing cowboy hats on social media may be overrated, as it can draw attention but may not always reflect the cultural norms or practicality of everyday hat-wearing in different regions. While they can be fashionable, their popularity on social platforms may not always translate in real-life settings.
Underrated: Fishing with Dry Flies
Fishing with dry flies is underrated for its simplicity and effectiveness in fly fishing. Dry flies allow for a natural presentation on the water's surface, providing a unique and engaging way to catch fish. This method is often overlooked in favor of more technical approaches, making it an underrated technique in the fly fishing community.
Fishing Techniques: Nymph Fishing and Ice Fishing
The majority of the time is spent fishing with a nymph below the water surface, allowing for versatility if fish start rising. The concept of 'dry dropping' as an effective but underrated approach is discussed. Ice fishing is highlighted as a unique experience that involves setting up flags on the ice and waiting for the fish to bite.
Opinion on Aberdeen's Mall
The Aberdeen Mall, now rebranded as Lakewood Mall, is deemed subpar, with locals openly criticizing its quality. The podcast participants share negative perceptions about the mall, likening it to a scene from 'Dawn of the Dead'. Despite its drawbacks, the eerie atmosphere is considered somewhat underrated, contributing to an interesting experience in Aberdeen.
Our friend Big Grant Broggi (owner of The Strength Co) joins us for this one to talk Starting Strength, weight plates, and South Dakota experiences. Don’t miss our new drop coming 6/20/24!
