Starting Strength Radio
Starting Strength is the bestselling book on the most fundamental and effective approach to strength training ever written. Mark Rippetoe hosts Starting Strength Radio where he discusses topics of interest, primarily to him, but perhaps also to you.
Latest episodes
Jun 6, 2025 • 1h 4min
Safety Habits in the Gym | Starting Strength Radio #320
Rip and crew discuss how to manage equipment to maximize lifting safety, covering rack use, trip hazards, and other risky situations to avoid.
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May 30, 2025 • 1h 10min
Q&A Episode - Caffeine, Maintenance, and Giving up | Starting Strength Radio #319
Listeners dive into humorous debates about deadlifting techniques and the impact of caffeine on performance. The discussion shifts to the importance of nutrition for young athletes, including a lively take on milk brands. The hosts tackle the concept of training stagnation and the role of personal fulfillment in life after work. They also provide insights on maintaining strength while engaging in various physical activities and tips for sustaining consistent progress in strength training. The conversation wraps up with light-hearted commentary on supplements and personal growth.
May 23, 2025 • 1h
Prostate Health and Testosterone | Starting Strength Radio #318
Urologist Dr. Victoria Bird joins Rip to discuss prostate health, the protective benefits of testosterone, and treatment protocols for prostate cancer.
May 16, 2025 • 1h 27min
Origin and Evolution of the Blue Book | Starting Strength Radio #317
Rip and stef talk about how the Blue Book - the third edition of Starting Strength - was developed.
May 9, 2025 • 37min
Q&A Episode - Zero G, Leg Length, and Analgesics | Starting Strength Radio #316
Rip answers questions from Starting Strength Network subscribers and fans.
May 2, 2025 • 1h 18min
Peptides, Panels, and More with Dr. Mike Wittmer | Starting Strength Radio #315
Dr. Mike Wittmer, who runs the Whitmer Rejuvenation Clinic specializing in peptide hormones and testosterone replacement therapy, joins the show to explore the fascinating world of peptides. He discusses their rapid effects compared to steroids and shares testimonials on how peptides like BPC-157 can aid in pain management. The conversation touches on the complexities of FDA regulations, the significance of free testosterone for health, and the transformative results of testosterone therapy on cognitive function, especially in dementia patients.
Apr 25, 2025 • 1h 14min
Tariffs, Trade, and Tension with Karl Denninger | Starting Strength Radio #314
Karl Denninger returns to the podcast to discuss the costs and benefits of current and past economic actions and their ramifications.
Apr 18, 2025 • 1h 17min
The Foundations of the Program | Starting Strength Radio #313
Rip discusses the foundations that Starting Strength model is built on to develop strength - movement patterns, stress, incremental loading.
Apr 11, 2025 • 1h 17min
Q&A Episode - Media Hate, Most Important Lift, and the Perfect Burger | Starting Strength Radio #312
Rip answers questions from Starting Strength Network subscribers and fans.
Apr 4, 2025 • 58min
Training Combat-Ready Soldiers, not Powerlifters | Starting Strength Radio #311
Rip discusses how the those entering basic training are the demographic that most rapidly gets strong using the Starting Strength Novice Linear Progression and how a change in approach would prepare soldiers to operate effectively in the modern military environment.
