#018: Pete Rubish - From Anabolic Steroids to Marathon Runner

Pete Rubish is a former powerlifter whose best lifts were 772 lbs on squat, 485 lbs on bench, and 920 lbs on deadlift. He used anabolic steroids for 9 years and transitioned off over 2 years ago. He has recently started long-distance running and training for marathons.

In this episode, we talk about Pete's journey into powerlifting, using steroids for 9 years, transitioning off of steroids to become healthier, getting into running, his crazy diet, and much more.

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TIMECODES:

(00:00:00) Intro + Sponsors

(00:02:14) Current Training

(00:06:18) Powerlifting Career

(00:10:40) Steroid Use

(00:35:18) Opinions on TRT

(00:36:50) Transition off Steroids

(00:43:50) Getting into Running

(00:56:10) Hybrid Style of Training

(01:01:50) Running vs Lifting Community 

(01:06:20) Upcoming Races & Goals

(01:07:50) Ultrarunning Chat

(01:20:50) Wyoming

(01:23:40) Blood Work

(01:29:50) Training Routine

(01:36:50) Pete’s Crazy Diet

(01:47:50) Conclusion