Starting Strength Radio The Gillenwaters and the Gyms | Starting Strength Radio #322
Jun 20, 2025
Ray Gillenwater, co-owner of Starting Strength Gyms, joins his family to share insights on gym operations and expansion. They chat about the challenges of opening new locations in politically complex areas like California and New Jersey. The conversation also touches on the evolution of strength training from niche to mainstream, emphasizing its holistic benefits, especially for older adults. They also discuss the role of knowledgeable coaching, resources for proper lifting techniques, and the importance of strength training in fostering personal transformation.
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Barbell Strength Training is Best
- Strength training is the most efficient way to improve capability, health, and aesthetics.
- A barbell-based progressive program is optimal for comprehensive physical improvement.
Aging Strong Through Training
- A frail 62-year-old woman deadlifted 315 pounds after training.
- A man in his mid-70s deadlifts 475 pounds, showcasing the strength program's effectiveness at any age.
Barbell’s Unique Physical Advantages
- The barbell uniquely allows movement where your body directs it.
- This property leads to strengthening the entire musculoskeletal system simultaneously.
