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Learn about strength training, muscle growth, fitness, and health from The Strength Log podcast. Your hosts, Daniel Richter and Philip Wildenstam, are two Swedes who have spent decades lifting weights and an unreasonable amount of time reading studies about lifting weights. We break down the science, answer listener questions, and help you get bigger and stronger without making this whole gym thin... more

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Can you get the same results from your strength training while making each set feel easier? In today's episode, we discuss a new study comparing traditional sets taken to failure with cluster sets, where the same number of reps is divided into smal... more

Are you actually getting stronger and building muscle, or are you just going through the motions? In today's episode, we discuss how to tell whether your training is producing results, and what to do when progress stalls.

We look at why your streng... more

Which is better for your health: lifting weights or doing cardio? In today's episode, we discuss a new meta-analysis comparing the effects of strength training and aerobic exercise on a range of health markers, including blood sugar, blood pressure, ... more

Does it matter how you spread your training across the week? Two episodes ago, we looked at a study comparing the same training volume spread over one or three weekly workouts. Now we're back with another study on training frequency, this time compa... more

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Hosts

Daniel Richter
CEO of StrengthLog and certified personal trainer
Philip Wildenstam
Certified nutrition coach and co-founder of StrengthLog

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 993 ratings
  • Awesome podcast

    I truly love these podcasts, your app, and am now following on instagram. I am an older lady training for being elderly. Thanks for all that you do from Ohio, USA

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Untrained but working on it
    United Statesa year ago
  • Greatest strength training podcast 💪

    Highly articulate and informative podcast about strength training with a sense of humor between the hosts. A lot of factchecking and relatively easy explanations about knowhow and how to go about study’s regarding training.

    Highly recommended 👌

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Teddan01
    Swedena year ago
  • Informative

    Basics and a bit… yeah.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Sh00wtime
    Swedena year ago
  • Hard to…

    Take philip serious in any terms of training when you just simply look at him using your own biceps argument. Presenting yourself as a certified nutrition being pretty obese…

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    User 0008
    Swedena year ago
  • reliable information, clearly expressed.

    I am a medical and nursing professional, and Dan and Philip are some of my main go-to guys for knowledgeable, research based information regarding strength training. I appreciate their analyses of research articles, something you don’t see very often done rigorously. These gentlemen know their stuff and I appreciate their sharing it with us.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Anon20162016
    United Statesa year ago

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Some listeners report harsh sibilance on Daniel's microphone.
The guidance is valued by beginners, experienced lifters, runners, and fitness or healthcare professionals.
The two-host format, friendly humor, and personal training experience make technical topics approachable.
Listeners praise the hosts' research-based analysis and clear explanations of training studies.

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How to Tell If Your Training Is Working
Q: Could smaller than normal weight increments keep beginner progression going indefinitely?
Smaller increments can help some beginners, especially when standard jumps are a large percentage of the lift, but they do not remove the eventual plateau. Progress may then require changing volume, repetitions, intensity, or training focus.
How to Tell If Your Training Is Working
Q: How many weeks, months, or cycles should I do of a program before it's time to drop it and do something else, and how do I identify what that something else should be?
It depends on training experience and whether progress is still appearing. More advanced lifters may need months to assess a block; when progress stalls, review recovery and consistency, then consider changing volume, intensity, or the balance between general training and specialization.
Lifting vs. Cardio: Which Is Better for Your Health?
Q: How much muscle mass is enough from a health perspective? And also, second question, is too much muscle tough on the body?
They recommend regular strength training to build a useful reserve of muscle, especially for older adults facing injury or inactivity. They say naturally acquired muscle is unlikely to be excessive, while steroid use and extreme leanness can create health risks.
Lifting vs. Cardio: Which Is Better for Your Health?
Q: If I had to choose either lifting or cardio, which would be more likely to get me past 100 healthy years?
The hosts say cardio may be more important for increasing the odds of living longer, while strength training helps preserve muscle, mobility, and independence as people age. They recommend doing both when possible.
Are You Sleeping on Muscle Growth?
Q: Should I do barbell rows or Pendlay rows?
The hosts say both variations are suitable for most lifters. Pendlay rows unload the lower back briefly between reps, while regular barbell rows can allow more controlled reps; choose the version that fits your goals and preference.

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What is The Strength Log about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Research-informed conversations about strength training, muscle growth, nutrition, recovery, and general fitness. Hosts Daniel Richter and Philip Wildenstam review studies, explain what the findings can and cannot tell lifters, and turn the evidence into practical guidance. Regular segments answer listener questions, compare training methods, discuss programming, and share the hosts' own experiences. Episodes also cover how strength work fits with cardio, running, aging, and injury prevention.

The format pairs detailed study analysis with approachable explanations, candid banter, and occasional updates on training programs and workout-tracking tools. It suits beginners looking for clear guidance as well as experienced lifters who want a mo... more

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