The C3Method Podcast with Robert Polenik

2279 - Calorie Deficit Management

How low do you need to go?  If you're wondering what is the right calorie deficit, or, how to manage calorie deficits for weight loss, today's podcast can help!  In today's podcast I discuss how I am personally managing my daily and weekly calorie deficit in order to reach my weight loss goal!

2278 - Which is Better - Fasting or Low Carb

Do you wonder which diet is better?  Fasting or Low Carb?  If so, today's podcast can help!  In today's podcast I explain how these two diet strategies relate to the goal of wanting a lean physique with optimal performance!

2277 - Patreon Weekly Q&A - June 2 2025

Today's podcast covers questions related to nutrition, training, and personal training business submitted by our patrons of our Patreon service!  If you'd like to submit questions of your own and/or have access to monthly training programs and nutrition education as explained in the podcast check out our patreon service at patreon.com/cthreemethod

2276 - Dexa Scans - Purpose & Interpreting Results

Are you interested in testing your body fat percentage?  Or how much lean muscle mass you have?  If you've considered body composition testing today's podcast can help!  I discuss the pros & cons of common body composition testing methods and explain how to interpret the results of a Dexa Scan!

2275 - Advice to My Younger Self

"What advice would you give to the 20 year old Rob?" is what a client recently asked me!  I answer this question in today's podcast!!!

2274 - Patreon Weekly Q&A - Week of May 26 2025

Today's podcast covers questions related to nutrition, training, and personal training business submitted by our patrons of our Patreon service!  If you'd like to submit questions of your own and/or have access to monthly training programs and nutrition education as explained in the podcast check out our patreon service at patreon.com/cthreemethod

2273 - The Best Strength Accessories You’re Not Doing

Want to increase your strength in Squat, Bench, and Deadlift?  And, wanting to do so in the quickest way possible?  You're in luck!  In today's podcast I discuss the best strength accessories that you're likely not doing... yet... that can help boost your strength in a significant way!

2272 - Diet Refeeds - What, Why, & Who

Have you heard of a "refeed" when dieting?  Wondering what that is, why people do it, and if you should do it?  In today's podcast I teach the answers to what, why, and who when it comes to diet refeeds!

2271 - Patreon Weekly Q&A - Week of May 19 2025

Today's podcast covers questions related to nutrition, training, and personal training business submitted by our patrons of our Patreon service!  If you'd like to submit questions of your own and/or have access to monthly training programs and nutrition education as explained in the podcast check out our patreon service at patreon.com/cthreemethod

2270 - Menopause & Cellulite

In today's podcast I discuss the negative impact menopause has on body composition and fat loss.  I provide tips on how we can mitigate the negative impact as well as how we can address cellulite.  Lots of helpful information!!!

2269 - When Eating Less Won't Help Fat Loss

If you've been eating less with the intent to lose body fat, but your daily energy has crashed, your mood is in the dumps, and food cravings are taking over your life... what do you do?  In today's podcast I discuss what to do when eating less is no longer an option, but, you still have body fat to lose!

2268 - Patreon Weekly Q&A - Week of May 12 2025

Today's podcast covers questions related to nutrition, training, and personal training business submitted by our patrons of our Patreon service!  If you'd like to submit questions of your own and/or have access to monthly training programs and nutrition education as explained in the podcast check out our patreon service at patreon.com/cthreemethod

2267 - The Dark Side of GLP-1 Agonists

GLP-1 drugs are being prescribed for fat loss at an increasing rate, however, this is also leading to an increasing number of people using these drugs that DON'T actually need them!  And in many cases the negative side effects, the dark side of GLP-1 use, is causing more harm than good.  We explore the dark side of GLP-1 use in today's podcast! 

2266 - Pre, Intra, & Post-Workout Nutrition

What should you eat at each of these workout-related nutrition windows?  In today's podcast we cover each timeframe in regards to what demands / needs are we aiming to meet and what foods are best to meet those demands / needs!!!

2265 - Patreon Weekly Q&A - Week of May 5 2025

Today's podcast covers questions related to nutrition, training, and personal training business submitted by our patrons of our Patreon service!  If you'd like to submit questions of your own and/or have access to monthly training programs and nutrition education as explained in the podcast check out our patreon service at patreon.com/cthreemethod

2264 - Why You're Not as Lean as You Think You Should Be

Do you train hard and eat healthy... but you're not as lean as you'd like to be?  Does your work seem to be greater than your results?  In today's podcast we discuss TWO main reasons why you may not be as lean as you think you should be!

2263 - The Impact of Age on Dieting

Does "getting older" change the way we should eat?  How can we avoid excessive body fat as we age?  How can we optimize for muscle and strength as we age?  In today's podcast I discuss these topics and provide steps you can take to stay in control of your appearance and performance as you age!

2262 - Patreon Weekly Q&A - Week of April 28 2025

Today's podcast covers questions related to nutrition, training, and personal training business submitted by our patrons of our Patreon service!  If you'd like to submit questions of your own and/or have access to monthly training programs and nutrition education as explained in the podcast check out our patreon service at patreon.com/cthreemethod

2261 - Using Carbs to Preserve Muscle Mass

Yes, your carbohydrate intake CAN impact your muscle mass!!!  When in a caloric deficit, if you undereat carbohydrates you may be causing muscle loss!!!  Listen in to learn more!

2260 - Nutrition - Creatine - Is It Overhyped?

Does Creatine work?  Should you be taking it?  If so, how much should you be taking?  In today's podcast I discuss Creatine along with 9 other commonly recommended supplements!  I discuss why I recommend them and whether or not YOU should be taking them!