A Visit with Mike Israetel | Starting Strength Radio #72

Mark Rippetoe discusses exercise science, academia, nutrition, Renaissance Periodization, and other topics with Dr. Mike Israetel.

[janusmagus]

"You are trying to become a dangerous, wild animal. You are trying to become an inconvenience to people. People don't want you to be strong." Loved this quote.

[christopherhammond]

Perfect example of 2 folks who have some different points of view on some things showing how they agree on the VAST MAJORITY of points...not to mention displaying mutual respect.

[michaelkarayan]

I think this should be a series on the podcast. We can call it intense stares and aggressive blinking.

[jerchristensen]

Would love that hypertrophy conversation between the two of you. Please make that happen.

[samuelreyes]

Love this conversation . These 2 men are full of wisdom and insight . Much appreciated.

[DevilsRejection]

Y'all need to have a two hour conversation, but structured, versus just talking smack about the sad state of affairs in sports. Enjoyed the episode, but still, offering feedback for the second round.

[dikdynasty]

So many great parallels to what I’ve seen myself. Dr. Israetel was spot on with his examples and views of the industry. This was a great discussion to have been had.

[thecookiechannel]

Another great episode. Thanks for never selling out, Rip.

[gamblestyle]

Two of my favorite sources for info, together at last. $20 says Dr. Mike is wearing crocs right now.

[nikkonaa]

Thank you both for the podcast! Can't wait for part 2 and beyond. I started lifting in high school with Rip and 70s Big as my guides, and I've been following Mike for a few years now with RP dieting and his training philosophies. Glad to see these worlds collide

[nester]

this was good. get mike on the show more often

[adamrolny]

Hi Rip, I'm a big fan and I appreciate your work. I like when you have guests on your show. Please ask more questions and give your guests a little bit more space to speak and express their views :) After watching this episode I have to say it is getting better in comparison to previous episodes. Keep up the good work!

[asdfasdfasdfasdf]

One of my favorite parts around 49 minutes, the volleyball 'slap' going to a BOOM and "I don't want to get hit by that!"

that right there is the voice of successful coaching. 🏋️

Loved watching these two guys talk, real gift,

*thanks* SS

[BluegillGreg]

As a fellow teacher I attended one of our high school's strength training sessions during a backsquat day. Technique, load, and volume were all dialed in to where the athletes were clearly pushing their limits. They had an undefeated football season and in late winter also took first place in our state's "Strongest Team" power lifting competition. I'm convinced the two accomplishments are related. Coach is an accomplished lineman who's been lifting for a long long time. Great teacher and skilled at being fully human.

[gb]

Really enjoyed this, I've learnt so much from both of you guys. From starting to lift again, after 20 years of being in "Office Space" territory, you've both been an inspiration and education. Thanks. 💪

[Jordanslifts]

I really enjoyed that. Shortest hour long talk show I've heard in a while. Sad that it wasnt longer

[senakristhfon]

this is a great commentary on university becoming more and more obsolete...

[shazzthedon]

As a YouTube viewer, I have now watched this video.

[stoempert]

Looking forward to the next installment.

[climbscience]

Love the discussion about academia. Generally, in academia you learn the concepts to be able to understand why things work the way they do. However, you don't really learn how things work. This is what you learn in the real world. Someone with a lot of experience just learns how things work first and foremost. I think once you are there, academic insights can really help guide you in the real world, but the other way around is typically bound to fail. Had the same in my engineering career...