Podcast Episodes

#103 - RESEARCH FOR MEATHEADS

Season 1 Episode 103

In this solo episode, coach Robert Santana takes a hard look at exercise science research—what it really tells us, and where it falls short. He dives into the history of lifting, the rise of “evidenc…

Published on 9 hours ago

#102 - THE REAL REASON YOU’RE NOT STRONGER

Season 1 Episode 102

Consistency, recovery, and lifestyle — that’s what really makes or breaks your strength gains. In this episode, Robert Santana breaks down why most lifters stall out after the “newbie gains” phase, t…

Published on 2 weeks ago

#101 - LIFTING FAQ: COMMON F*CK UPS & HOW TO FIX THEM

Season 1 Episode 101

In this episode of the Weights & Plates Podcast, Robert Santana takes a Q&A-style approach to tackle some of the most common training and nutrition challenges. He explains why hydration is more than …

Published on 1 month ago

#100 - The Truth About Starting in the Fitness Industry

Season 1 Episode 100

Welcome to the Weights & Plates Podcast, hosted by strength coach and nutrition expert Robert Santana. In this kickoff episode, Robert is joined by Jay Ware, a long-time friend and fellow coach who m…

Published on 1 month, 3 weeks ago

#99 – YOU'VE BEEN LIED TO ABOUT WOMEN AND YOUR ABS

Season 1 Episode 99

In this episode, Michael Sartain — former Air Force captain, social dynamics expert, and founder of Men of Action — breaks down the science of attraction, how fitness fuels confidence, and why most m…

Published on 2 months, 1 week ago

#98 - The Shocking Truth About Gaining Muscle (No One Tells You This)

Season 1 Episode 98

In this episode of the Weights & Plates Podcast, Robert Santana is joined by strength coach Gretchen Geist to break down the biggest misconceptions in the gym. They dive into why most people confuse …

Published on 2 months, 3 weeks ago

#97 - Barbells Work. Your Instagram Workout Doesn’t

Season 1 Episode 97

In this episode of the Weights and Plates Podcast, Robert Santana gets real about what lifting weights actually does for your body—and what it doesn’t. He breaks down the difference between training …

Published on 3 months ago

#96 - The Secret To Looking Like You Lift

Season 1 Episode 96

Starting Strength Coach Robert Santana talks about how everyone looks different when they train, why that is, why squatting, deadlifting, bench press will help you gain long-term strength, and how to…

Published on 4 months, 3 weeks ago

#95 - Getting Stronger Makes Everything Better

Season 1 Episode 95

Starting Strength Coach Robert Santana talks about how getting stronger helps you achieve every fitness goal, bodybuilding vs powerlifting vs starting strength, novices, and more. 

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Published on 5 months, 3 weeks ago

#94 - How To ACTUALLY Build Muscle | Hari Fafutis, SSC

Season 1 Episode 94

Hari Fafutis, SSC joins the show to talk about doing the Starting Strength Linear Progression, gaining weight, building big arms, and more. 

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Published on 6 months ago