Todays guest was long time friend of the podcast, Michael Krivka. He is a Master RKC and owner of CrossFit Koncepts in Gaithersburg, MD. We discussed his background in martial arts, kettlebell training and strength training, how they can all be integrated together and how he owes his life to the resiliency created through training that kept him alive during a recent "Widow Maker" heart attack. Don't miss it! https://www.ironcompany.com

Today we wanted to discuss prepping for the new year. A lot of people out there set “New Year’s Resolutions” to lose weight, eat better, pack on some muscle or whatever. Most the time these well intended “wishes” backfire and go up in smoke because they were just that, a wish and not an actual plan. How about doing something different this year….like getting the results you seek and holding onto them throughout the year? https://www.ironcompany.com

Today we discussed Improvisational Training. Have you become too attached to certain training methods, tactics and procedures that are no longer yielding results? Listen in while we explore our various arrows in the quiver that are guaranteed to get your training progress back on track. https://www.ironcompany.com

After recently having surgery to correct his Diverticulitis, at the age of 61 Dr. Don Berry is proof positive that strength training is key to our resiliency and ability to prepare ourselves mentally and physically for the challenges we face in life. https://www.ironcompany.com

With us today was the undisputed King of absolute strength, the greatest of all time, Ed Coan. But what is it that really makes Ed the greatest powerlifter of all time? His more than 71 world records or his 2,463 lb. total at 241 lbs.? Yes, but there is a lot more to it than that. Tune in while we peel back the layers of Ed Coan history and reveal some of the strategies that made him the greatest. https://www.ironcompany.com

Today we welcomed back our "sustained strength expert" Zach Even-Esh. He took us through the importance of sustained strength and how to properly integrate absolute strength training and the right tools for maximum endurance, strength and performance. A great listen for athletes of all ages and those wanting to add more intensity into their training. https://www.ironcompany.com

Most professional and world class athletes share foundational traits and qualities necessary that help shape them into what they've become, such as discipline and passion. Outside of that, we examined some of the more unique examples that set them apart from everyone else. https://www.ironcompany.com

Hugh Cassidy was a powerlifting pioneer becoming the sports first super heavyweight world champion in 1971. He could bench 570 lbs. with a two second pause and squat 800 lbs. below parallel without a suit. As a pioneer, there was no template and very little information, if any, to follow. He was a true strength strategist and ironically, many of these strategies are still used today. Listen in while we discuss this unique powerhouse, Hugh Cassidy. https://www.ironcompany.com

Besides the barbell, the power rack is the second most important piece of equipment for strength and muscle gains. Listen in while we discuss all the different training and stretching capabilities, some of which you may have never heard of. As usual, this episode is jam-packed with great info and a few good musings. https://www.ironcompany.com

You've recently had an illness and couldn't train for weeks or months. What's the plan to get back on your feet? What's a comprehensive recovery plan look like for getting back the strength and muscle mass you've lost. How do we safely regain our previous cardio capacity? All that and more in this episode. https://www.ironcompany.com

Marty recently began working with a 15-year old named Andrew who he set up on a 12-week periodized strength program consisting of mainly the core four lifts, bench press, overhead press, squat and deadlift. For the most part, this is the same lifting strategy Marty used himself as a teenager in 1964. We also discussed questions and concerns parents may have about pre-pubescent kids and teenagers when it comes to strength training, sports performance and nutrition. https://www.ironcompany.com

Great conversation today on the importance and relevance of mentors and influencers and how they often help shape us into who or what we become in life. We also acknowledged how being mentored evolves into an opportunity to mentor others as a "pay it forward". https://www.ironcompany.com

6-Time Mr. Olympia Dorian Yates stopped by for a chat about his bodybuilding career, training, retirement and even his experience with Ayahuasca. We covered a ton of info but really only scratched the surface. We hope he will be back soon. Thank you again Dorian for coming on. **This episode is also on YouTube in video form** https://www.ironcompany.com

Thank you to Dr. Ryan Chow for an engaging and enlightening discussion on how we can bullet proof the human body to prevent and/or recover from injury. Empowering people with proper knowledge and reassurance is key to achieving better mobility, eliminating pain and producing a better version of our current selves both physically and mentally. https://www.ironcompany.com

Mark Chaillet was a powerlifting savant. He eventually squatted a below parallel 1,000 lbs in training and 940 in competition. Mark deadlifted 880 weighing 270. He set a dozen world records in the deadlift. He asked for no one’s opinion about training. He had one way of training: period. He trained minimally within each session: three lifts and three lifts only, each done once a week for a single periodized rep. He trained infrequently and he championed the “rested effort.” Mark showed us how...

Want a bigger bench press? What about a more muscular upper body? And how about achieving both of those with reduced injury risk? Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned lifter, don't miss this bench press discussion! https://www.ironcompany.com/strength-training-equipment

By measuring the body's movement, the Sparta System can identify weakness in the athlete therefore allowing the coach to prescribe the training methods necessary to prevent injury. And as it turns out, old school lifting methods, such as the deadlift, remain the number one prescription. https://www.ironcompany.com/urethane-olympic-plates-with-grips-iron-company-ic-uopg

BIG Arms! We all want them. What's the obsession? How do we get them? Listen in to the strategies we discuss that just may help you achieve your big arm goals. Lots of great content and bonus info. https://www.ironcompany.com

Tons of great listener questions were answered today on everything from lifting to nutrition. Thanks to all who contributed! https://www.ironcompany.com

Today we reviewed the Nutritional Minefield and how to side-step the pitfalls that can derail even the best of diets. Whether you're an average person wanting to lose weight to feel better or a competitive bodybuilder wanting to retain as much muscle as possible while shredding fat, there's some great nutritional take-aways here for everybody. https://www.ironcompany.com

Recently researchers discovered through studying biological age and resilience that humans have the potential to live naturally between 120-150 years. The matrix involved in the study sounds a lot like Marty Gallagher's Purposeful Primitive book published in 2008. Listen in for a lot of great info. https://www.ironcompany.com

Jason Henderson, U.S. Navy SEAL Master Chief (retired), honored us today with his first exclusive interview on IRON COMPANY's RAW with Marty Gallagher Podcast (Marty Gallagher, J.P. Brice and Jim Steel). It was a compelling interview from a man who has spent his career in the world of Tier 1 Spec Ops. Among a variety of topics, Hendo touched on the evolution of performance training in the Navy SEALs and how their minimalistic strength training template, as created by IPF world champion Marty...

CDR Justin Allen flew for the US Navy for 20+ years and ended his flying career as part of Strike Fighter Squadron 143, aka "The World Famous Pukin' Dogs". It was an honor for him to come in today and discuss how critical strength training has always been in his flying career. Don't miss it!

With a 450+ deadlift and squat, Jake Andrews isn't singing the blues in the weight room like he does on stage. Today he took us through his hard core resistance training menu that keeps him in tip-top guitar shredding shape. And there's a little treat at the end that blew our minds.

Dr. Ryan Chow was back with us today to highlight the importance of combining hardcore strength training with physical therapy for maximizing mobility, pain relief and recovery and why there seems to be such a disconnect here between the medical and PT community. This was jam packed with info you won't get anywhere else so don't miss it!