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Oh friends, I’m so excited to share this episode with you! After this conversation with Caroline I went to my local gym and booked some sessions, I was so inspired. I can’t imagine anyone will listen to this episode and not get excited to lift some weights or go to the gym. I’m talking to Dr. Caroline Addington, who is a former scientist turned personal trainer, about the joy of deadlifts. Seriously, we love our deadlifts, they make you feel so powerful. Caroline shares all her thoughts about fitness and strength and how women being strong is part of defying the patriarchy because we are not expected to be or look strong. 

Caroline and I talk about why it is that there are mental blocks for women going to a gym. It’s intimidating to step through that door, to step into a world of buff men and equipment that gives us stress. But confronting that anxiety can turn that stress into a positive motivation. There are mental and emotional benefits to taking those steps. I talk about how much I love to deadlift and my new love affair with kettlebells and Caroline and I examine why women are reluctant to do weight training. We examine that fear of being or looking “unfeminine” that is drilled into us and how that’s a symptom of the patriarchy. Being at the gym together is an act of solidarity and in defying the criticisms of our bodies. I am so happy about this episode and I hope you are as excited as I am about Caroline’s fitness and strength inspiration.

About Dr. Caroline Addington:

Dr. Caroline Addington is a former scientist turned NASM Certified Personal Trainer who loves helping women lift heavy, get strong and *actually enjoy* the gym. She's the host of top-rated podcast Co-create, founder of Well + Strong Training and an Aries through and through ❤

Learn more about Dr. Caroline Addington:

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Resources mentioned in this episode:

• “The Upside of Stress” by Kelly McGonigal
• “The Joy of Movement” by Kelly McGonigal
• “The Feminine Mystique” by Betty Friedan
• “The Book of SHE” by Sara Avant Stover

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Although many people treat deadlifting as simply "pick it up" here are  3 weird tools and techniques I have used to improve my deadlift.

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Cristi Bartlett, Director of Strength and Conditioning at North Carolina State University, was back with us today. As a former competitive powerlifter, she's switched gears and is currently transforming her physique and getting ripped through the strategic use of....chicken wings and tequila? All that and much more including how to properly utilize your desk for maximum recovery. Don't miss the craziness!

Besides her current position at NC State, her other credentials include assistant strength coach in the XFL for The New York Guardians, she worked with the Tennessee Titans and spent 9 years at University of Pennsylvania with Jim Steel designing and implementing the strength and conditioning programs for multiple sports.

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Check back weekly for Powerlifting Articles by Marty Gallagher where he discusses everything from different modes of cardio training to the benefits of fasted cardio. His latest article "Ori Hofmekler and Stress" is up now. 

And don't forget the Jim Steel strength training articles combining his head strength coach experience from the University of Pennsylvania for twenty years with decades of successful powerlifting meets and bodybuilding competitions for us all to learn from and enjoy. His latest article "What I've Learned from Training Tier One Spec Ops" is up now. 

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Today's discussion was a bi-product of Jim Steel's latest article, Deadlifts For Life. We examined the importance of the deadlift as one of the main core-four lifts, as a tool in everyday life and its role in enhancing mobility and extending longevity. We also explored additional benefits, techniques, variations, tools and myths. If you want to learn more about the deadlift, don't miss this podcast!

Check back weekly for resistance training articles by Marty Gallagher where Marty discusses everything from the squat, deadlift, bench press, overhead press and even historical bodybuilding musings. His latest article "Muscle Myths" is up now. 

And don't forget the Jim Steel strength and conditioning articles combining his head strength coach experience from the University of Pennsylvania for twenty years with decades of successful powerlifting meets and bodybuilding competitions for us all to learn from and enjoy. His latest article "Deadlifts For Life" is up now. 

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Chief Kevin Molis from the Malden, MA Police Department joined us today for a discussion on the importance of fitness and nutrition in law enforcement, including some observations of its evolution. Chief Molis's passion for resistance training dates back to the 1970's forward so this one is jam packed with useful and entertaining information. Don't miss it!

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Check back weekly for best powerlifting articles by Marty Gallagher where Marty discusses everything from the squat, deadlift, bench press, overhead press and even historical bodybuilding musings. His latest article "Training Around A Serious Injury" is up now. 

And don't forget the Jim Steel best strength and conditioning articles combining his head strength coach experience from the University of Pennsylvania for twenty years with decades of successful powerlifting meets and bodybuilding competitions for us all to learn from and enjoy. His latest article "Ten Tips For Building Barn Door Lats" is up now. 

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We’re now in November, the holidays are coming and the new year is right around the corner. So 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. Do you have an overarching goal for yourself? Well, how about doing something different this year….like getting the results you seek and holding onto them throughout the year? 

Check out our weekly our best Strength and Conditioning Articles by Marty Gallagher where Marty discusses everything from the squat, deadlift, bench press, overhead press and much more. His latest article "Mental Flexibility & Neuroplasticity" is up now. 

And don't forget the Jim Steel strength and muscle building articles combining his head strength coach experience from the University of Pennsylvania for twenty years with decades of successful powerlifting meets and bodybuilding competitions for us all to learn from and enjoy. His latest article "My Competitive Bodybuilding Experience" is up now. 

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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. Thanks again to the GOAT, Eddy Coan for coming back on. It's always a pleasure.

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Check out our weekly Powerlifting Articles by Marty Gallagher where Marty discusses everything from the squat, deadlift, bench press, overhead press and much more. His latest article "The Bench Press Wisdom Of Ed Coan" is up now. 

And don't forget the Jim Steel Weightlifting Articles combining his head strength coach experience from the University of Pennsylvania for twenty years with decades of successful powerlifting meets and bodybuilding competitions for us all to learn from and enjoy. His latest article "Powerlifting Training and Competition" is up now. 

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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. 

Check out our weekly Strength Training Articles by Marty Gallagher where Marty discusses everything from the squat, deadlift, bench press, overhead press and much more. His latest article "Post-Workout Replenishment For Weight Training" is up now. 

And don't forget the Jim Steel Weightlifting Articles combining his head strength coach experience from the University of Pennsylvania for twenty years with decades of successful powerlifting meets and bodybuilding competitions for us all to learn from and enjoy. His latest article "Bicep and Tricep Training" is up now. 

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Sometimes, people don't want to deadlift because they're scared to get injured or they don't know how to do it. They end up not doing deadlift workout or deadlift exercises or deadlift program.

If you are looking for alternatives to deadlift, watch this video as Brent Kasmer shares with you 7 deadlift alternatives that you must do for massive gains!

These 7 alternative exercises to deadlift or deadlift alternatives at home or alternatives to deadlift include barbell hip thrust, bulgarian split squat, farmer carry exercise, kettlebell swing, front squats, pistol squats, body saw exercise.

If you want to watch a video, visit https://youtu.be/rOT9lK4Na_0.

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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. 

Check out our weekly Powerlifting Articles by Marty Gallagher where Marty discusses everything from the squat, deadlift, bench press, overhead press and much more. His latest article "Post-Workout Replenishment For Weight Training" is up now. 

And don't forget the Jim Steel Weight Training Articles combining his head strength coach experience from the University of Pennsylvania for twenty years with decades of successful powerlifting meets and bodybuilding competitions for us all to learn from and enjoy. His latest article "Bicep and Tricep Training" is up now. 

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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.

Check out our weekly Powerlifting Articles by Marty Gallagher where Marty discusses everything from the squat, deadlift, bench press, overhead press and much more. His latest article "Big Guns - Bicep and Tricep Training for Novice Lifters" is up now. 

And don't forget the Jim Steel Weight Training Articles combining his head strength coach experience from the University of Pennsylvania for twenty years with decades of successful powerlifting meets and bodybuilding competitions for us all to learn from and enjoy. His latest article "Bicep and Tricep Training" is up now. 

Thanks for listening and if you like what you hear please give us a review on your favorite podcast player.

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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. 

Check out our weekly Powerlifting Articles by Marty Gallagher where Marty discusses everything from the squat, deadlift, bench press, overhead press and much more. His latest article "Nothing New Under The Sun" is up now. 

And don't forget the Jim Steel Weight Training Articles combining his head strength coach experience from the University of Pennsylvania for twenty years with decades of successful powerlifting meets and bodybuilding competitions for us all to learn from and enjoy. His latest article "Weightlifting Mentors and Influencers" is up now. 

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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".

Check out our weekly Powerbuilding Articles by Marty Gallagher where Marty discusses everything from the squat, deadlift, bench press, overhead press and much more. His latest article "How to build big ass arms old school style" is up now. 

And don't forget the Jim Steel Bodybuilding Articles combining his head strength coach experience from the University of Pennsylvania for twenty years with decades of successful powerlifting meets and bodybuilding competitions for us all to learn from and enjoy. His latest article "Weightlifting Mentors and Influencers" is up now. 

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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 little was needed, in terms of training volume, to become massive and strong beyond comprehension. Never has a man done less and gone further.

Check out our weekly Powerlifting Articles by Marty Gallagher where Marty discusses everything from the squat, deadlift, bench press, overhead press and much more. His latest article "The Power Savant - Ultra-Minimal Power Training" is up now. 

And don't forget the Powerbuilding Articles combining his head strength coach experience from the University of Pennsylvania for twenty years with decades of successful powerlifting meets and bodybuilding competitions for us all to learn from and enjoy. 

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Special thanks to Dr. Phil Wagner from Sparta Science for coming in again today to share the great things they are doing to make a big difference in sports and military injury prevention. 

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Check out our weekly Marty Gallagher Weightlifting Articles where Marty discusses everything from the squat, deadlift, bench press, overhead press and much more. His latest article "Reactive Force: Coil & Explode" is up now. 

And don't forget the Jim Steel Weight Training Articles combining his head strength coach experience from the University of Pennsylvania for twenty years with decades of successful powerlifting meets and bodybuilding competitions for us all to learn from and enjoy.

Thanks for listening and if you like what you hear please give us a review on your favorite podcast player.

Hello Stand Tall Men, men who actually want to progress and be better for their families and more importantly themselves . Men who actually know there is a problem and want the right answers minus the fluff and run around. If this sounds like you, I promise you will fit right into our community. 

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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 Gallagher, was instrumental in keeping himself and his teams in optimal fighting condition. We also spoke at length about his newest project, Four Pillars Collective, where he is beginning to work with police departments and first responders across the US teaching them physical and mental control tactics which will ultimately bolster de-escalation and aid in bridging the gap between law enforcement and the general public. Don't miss this exclusive! 

Four Pillars Collective is reimagining security for the greater good of society through implementation of physical and mental control tactics utilizing de-escalation of force, stress mitigation, critical thinking and emotional intelligence. To make a donation or to inquire about their services, please visit Four Pillars Collective. 

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Check out the RAW with Marty Gallagher Minimalistic Strength Training Articles where Marty discusses everything from the squat, deadlift, bench press, overhead press and much more. His latest article "Curse of Too Many Choices" is up now. 

And don't forget the Jim Steel Weightlifting Articles where he harnesses his expertise from being head strength coach at the University of Pennsylvania for twenty years combined with decades of successful powerlifting meets and bodybuilding competitions for us all to learn from and enjoy.

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Special thanks to CDR Justin Allen for stopping in and for your service to our country. Check out his deployment video here. 

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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 having him come in today to discuss how critical strength training has always been in his flying career for maintaining optimal performance in the cockpit. Don't miss it! 

Make sure to visit https://www.ironcompany.com for all your free weight equipment and rubber gym flooring needs. 

Check out the RAW with Marty Gallagher weekly column where Marty discusses everything from resistance training, cardio training, nutrition and brain train. His latest article is "Make Meal Frequency Part Of Your Transformational Arsenal" is up now. 

And lets not forget the Jimmy Steel Weightlifting Articles where he harnesses his expertise from being head strength coach at the University of Pennsylvania for twenty years combined with decades of successful powerlifting meets and bodybuilding competitions for us all to learn from and enjoy.

Thanks for listening and if you like what you hear please give us a review on your favorite podcast player.