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Rob has a Masters in Human Nutrition, Bachelor‘s in Health and Physical Education, Personal Training certification through American College of Sports Medicine, is a Corrective Exercise Specialist through National Academy of Sports Medicine, and a Running Fitness Coach & Tactical Fitness Coach through American Sports & Fitness Association.
He has a client history of over 3,000+ clients and a teaching history of 500+ students at the university level. He has helped clients earn Pro Cards in aesthetic sports, Elite Totals and World / National / State records in Powerlifting, helped high school athletes earn D1 scholarships, and has worked with Professional and Olympic athletes.
Episodes
Tuesday Dec 24, 2019
Tuesday Dec 24, 2019
In today's podcast we take a look at things I'm working on in my life, and how of the truths of my life that I don't like, what I'm doing to change them! And, we discuss how you can do the same. If there's something you don't like, don't hide from it, don't be afraid of it, don't protect yourself from it... change it!!!
Monday Dec 23, 2019
Monday Dec 23, 2019
In today's podcast we take a look into the world of powerlifting and discuss a commonly undertrained muscle of the body... the lower Quadriceps!!! In the podcast we discuss how underdeveloped lower quadriceps negatively impact strength, and we provide exercise variations and suggested sets & reps for how to best train the lower quadriceps.
Past Podcasts Referenced:
#214 - Training - Understanding Rep Ranges & Expected Results
Sunday Dec 22, 2019
Sunday Dec 22, 2019
When wanting to lose body fat, is it best to use a "low carb" approach and focus mostly on proteins and fats? In today's podcast we give the answer AND the reasons why the answer is the answer!!!
Past Podcasts Referenced:
#21 – Nutrition – Carbs – Good or Bad?
#29 – Nutrition – If I Eat Fat Will I Get Fat?
#33 – Nutrition – How Much Protein Do I Need?
#41 – Nutrition – Diet Right – What Matters Most
#153 – Nutrition – How Many Calories Do I Need?
#249 – Nutrition – Meal Timing
#329 – Nutrition – Meal Frequency Effects on Diets
#426 – Nutrition – Why Eating Less Isn’t Good for Fat Loss
Saturday Dec 21, 2019
Saturday Dec 21, 2019
Don't be discouraged by the struggles of your journey, because, with the right mindset, your struggles can become your strengths! In this podcast we take a deeper look at this concept and how you can develop the right mindset to become stronger through the challenges you face.
Friday Dec 20, 2019
Friday Dec 20, 2019
In today's podcast we discuss 6 common reasons why children develop eating disorders and we discuss ways in which to help them navigate the issue towards a healthier, happier mindset and lifestyle.
Past Podcasts Referenced:
#135 – Mindset – How to Help a Spouse with an Eating Disorder
#136 – Mindset – How to Help Yourself with an Eating Disorder
Thursday Dec 19, 2019
Thursday Dec 19, 2019
In today's podcast we discuss the process of building great glutes and how to use Hip Thrusts correctly within a complete program! We also cover the importance of proper nutrition and movement quality
Past Podcasts Referenced:
#33 – Nutrition – How Much Protein Do I Need?
#37 – Nutrition & Training – The Three Parts of Muscle Growth
#109 – Nutrition – Nutrition for Peak Body Composition
#214 – Training – Understanding Rep Ranges & Expected Results
#220 – Training – Muscle Intention vs Movement Intention
#439 – Training – Limited Development due to Limited Movement
Wednesday Dec 18, 2019
Wednesday Dec 18, 2019
Have you heard that a pound of fat is equal to 3500 calories? If so, does that mean I eat 500 calories less per day I'll lose a pound of body fat in a week?
Past Podcasts Referenced:
#41 - Nutrition - Diet Right - What Matters Most
#153 - Nutrition - How Many Calories Do I Need?
#173 - Nutrition - The Need for Caloric Cycling During Diets
Tuesday Dec 17, 2019
Tuesday Dec 17, 2019
In today's podcast we discuss the important of not losing sight of what you have NOW in your life while you also pursue what you want NEW in your life. By ensuring your best efforts are put into the NOW you'll be best set up to be successful with the NEW.
Past Podcasts Referenced:
#401 - Trainer Education - Balancing Client Acquisition & Client Retention
Monday Dec 16, 2019
Monday Dec 16, 2019
This is the first edition of a new podcast series titled "Brutal Honesty". In these podcasts we're aiming to take the tough love approach on some common behaviors and mindsets that hold people back from becoming their best in life. We're hoping for a little "kick in the pants" type of feel to the podcasts BUT doing so in a loving way. We hope these will be enjoyable as well as educational!!!
Sunday Dec 15, 2019
Sunday Dec 15, 2019
When it comes to what may be holding you back in the gym there are two categories to consider... Intensity (how hard you're working) and Intelligence (is what you're working at correct for both you and your goals)
Past Podcasts Referenced:
#220 - Training - Muscle Intention vs Movement Intention
Saturday Dec 14, 2019
Saturday Dec 14, 2019
You don't have to bend over backwards and struggle to change your lifestyle to fit a diet scheme. Diets can be modified to FIT YOU!!! In this podcast we discuss an example of how we recently fit a diet to a clients needs and schedule, and we provide ways in which you can do the same
Past Podcasts Referenced:
#41 - Nutrition - Diet Right - What Matters Most
Friday Dec 13, 2019
Friday Dec 13, 2019
When it comes to being successful with training and nutrition, often it's not just knowledge of training and nutrition that's necessary. Knowledge of time and energy management, self-care and self-worth, and even addiction management are all helpful areas of knowledge as well. In today's podcast we discuss the common "other" areas of knowledge that are helpful for trainers as well as provide resources to improve knowledge in those areas.
Past Podcasts Referenced:
#135 - Mindset - How to Help Yourself with an Eating Issue
#136 - Mindset - How to Help a Spouse with an Eating Issue
Thursday Dec 12, 2019
Thursday Dec 12, 2019
Too often when people are wanting to get started on a goal, whether a new one or a failed one from the past, or when in the middle of a goal they find themselves in a struggle... too often in those moments we look to the past, recalling our past mistakes, and believing that because we've failed in the past, we'll fail in the future. BUT!!! That shouldn't be where your focus is! Don't look to the past, look to the future, learn to motivate yourself from AHEAD!!!
Past Podcasts Referenced:
#41 - Nutrition - Diet Right - What Matters Most
#124 - Mindset - Setting SMART Goals
Wednesday Dec 11, 2019
Wednesday Dec 11, 2019
In today's podcast we build from the information in the latest "Training" podcast titled "#459 - Training - Bench Press - Technique & Basic Information". We discuss how strength levels influence Bench Press training as well as discuss Bench Press variations for varying degrees of intensity loading and variations to improve technique, strength off the chest, and strength at lockout.
Past Podcasts Referenced:
#383 – Training – How Your Strength Effects How You Should Train
#459 – Training – Bench Press – Technique & Basic Information
Tuesday Dec 10, 2019
Tuesday Dec 10, 2019
Did you know that what you eat can '"show" in your workout? The degree of and rate of energy drop off, the timing and amount of sweat, and your sustainability throughout the workout... even to the way you SMELL!!! What you eat effects not only your performance, but also your results, AND your appearance! Check out today's podcast to learn more!!!
Past Podcasts Referenced:
#249 - Nutrition - Meal Timing
#374 - Nutrition - Pre-Workout Energy Ideas
Monday Dec 09, 2019
Monday Dec 09, 2019
When it comes to learning new information, are you just memorizing the facts or are you trying to learn the underlying reasons why the facts are the facts? Learning the concepts of new information allows us to better apply that information to individuals and in differing situations rather than memorizing the information and having to force everything into the "box" of how we learned it.
Sunday Dec 08, 2019
Sunday Dec 08, 2019
In life's challenges, and in every day living, what mindset are you carrying with you? Are you seeking out the ways to enjoy life, even in the challenges, or are you just trying to endure each day and allowing life to pass you by?
Saturday Dec 07, 2019
Saturday Dec 07, 2019
In today's podcast we discuss a strength-based set up for the Bench Press to ensure safety and max power output. We also discuss common mistakes and how to correct them. This podcast coincides with a shared YouTube video on our Brutal Iron Gym channel under the name "Bench Press - Technique & Basic Information"
Reference Resource:
- YouTube Video - search "Brutal Iron Gym - Bench Press - Technique & Basic Information"
Friday Dec 06, 2019
Friday Dec 06, 2019
In today's podcast we discuss the pros and cons of food prep services. Will they help you be more successful towards your nutritional goals? Or, could they actually hold you back?
Past Podcasts Referenced:
#41 – Nutrition – Diet Right – What Matters Most
#153 – Nutrition – How Many Calories Do I Need?
#406 – Nutrition – Short Term vs Long Term Success
#426 – Nutrition – Why Eating Less Isn’t Good for Fat Loss
Thursday Dec 05, 2019
Thursday Dec 05, 2019
As requested by a personal trainer client, in this podcast is a summary of what I believe are the best knowledge resources related to programming for clients including workout structure and individual element personalization.
Past Podcasts Referenced:
#181 – Training – Using Muscle Damage for Fat Loss
#214 – Training – Understanding Rep Ranges & Expected Results
#220 – Training – Muscle Intention vs Movement Intention
#264 – Trainer Education – Do It First
#274 - Training - How to Achieve Total Fitness in a 30 Minute Workout
#346 – Training – Improving a One Rep Max
#383 – Training – How Your Strength Effects How You Should Train
#407 – Training – Importance and Benefits of Warm Ups
#439 – Training – Limited Development due to Limited Movement