Starting Strength Radio Q&A Episode - Thin, Dizzy, and the Deadlift Setup | Starting Strength Radio #335
Oct 24, 2025
The hosts tackle online criticism, debunking misunderstandings about technique. They discuss the debate around academic credentials in strength training and offer guidance on performing a strict press. Addressing a listener’s neck injury, they recommend prioritizing squats and deadlifts. The conversation emphasizes the need for bodyweight gain in strength training, alongside practical tips for overcoming plateauing lifts. Insights on deadlift techniques and how to balance training with dietary concerns round out the discussion.
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Skepticism Of Academic Exercise Science
- Academic publishing often serves institutional career needs rather than producing practical coaching insights.
- Rippetoe argues university research rarely changes effective barbell coaching practice.
Prioritize Squat And Deadlift Progress
- Focus on getting squat and deadlift strength up; the other lifts will follow.
- Prioritize the big compound lifts and stop chasing accessory tweaks when novice progress is available.
Barbell Training Changes Weight Advice
- Losing weight removes muscle unless you train; lifting barbells changes the body-composition message.
- Once you start barbell training, medical weight advice often becomes irrelevant to your goals.
