Starting Strength Radio
Mark Rippetoe
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.
Episodes
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Mar 27, 2026 • 1h 7min
Peptides and Hormones - What Works? with Dr. Wittmer | Starting Strength Radio #346
Dr. Wittmer joins Rip on this week's Starting Strength Radio to discuss peptide and testosterone therapy.
Mar 13, 2026 • 1h 28min
Q&A Episode - Intensity? Platform? Injury? | Starting Strength Radio #345
Q&A Episode - Intensity? Platform? Injury? | Starting Strength Radio #345 by Mark Rippetoe
Feb 27, 2026 • 1h 42min
Q&A Episode - Cali, Pressing, and Powerlifter Goals | Starting Strength Radio #344
Rip answers questions live from Starting Strength Network subscribers and fans.
Feb 13, 2026 • 1h 1min
Getting things Done with Jim Steel | Starting Strength Radio #343
Rip has Jim Steel back on the show for a wide-ranging discussion of training, priorities, and various adventures in and out of the gym.
Jan 30, 2026 • 1h 19min
Q&A Episode - Weight, Hernia, and Rip's Obsession | Starting Strength Radio #342
Rip answers questions live from Starting Strength Network subscribers and fans.
Jan 16, 2026 • 1h 26min
Events, Economy, and Energy with Karl Denninger | Starting Strength Radio #341
Rip welcomes Karl Denninger back to the show to discuss events in the news, economic factors, and energy capacity.
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Jan 2, 2026 • 1h 33min
Q&A Episode - Underweight, Underweight, Still Underweight | Starting Strength Radio #340
In a lively discussion, the hosts tackle everything from movie trailers to classic TV shows. Mark Rippetoe debunks myths around light lifting and emphasizes the importance of heavy strength training. He shares essential advice for aging lifters, addressing concerns like lower back strain and rehab strategies. Nutrition tips highlight the need for increased protein intake to support muscle gain. The humor flows as they mock 'hater' comments while providing valuable insights into proper deadlift technique and ideal bodyweight for strength.
Dec 19, 2025 • 1h 5min
Training Heavy, Olympic Lifts, and Strength with Carl Raghavan | Starting Strength Radio #339
Rip continues his conversation with long-time Starting Strength Coach Carl Raghavan. They discuss training heavy, the Olympic lifts, and the value of getting strong.
Dec 5, 2025 • 1h 26min
Q&A Episode - Brothers, Joint Pain, and Karate | Starting Strength Radio #338
Rip answers questions live from Starting Strength Network subscribers and fans.
Nov 21, 2025 • 1h 22min
Travelling Man | Starting Strength Radio #337
Carl Raghavan drops by the studio to talk with Rip about training, coaching, and writing while travelling from place to place for the last few years.
