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Strong and Sleek

Robert Santana
Strength Training
Nutrition
Bodybuilding
Fitness Industry
Weightlifting
Powerlifting
Barbell Training
Diet
Diet and Nutrition
Fitness Goals
Personal Training
Body Fat
Testosterone Replacement Therapy
Starting Strength
Genetics
Body Composition
Fitness
Consistency In Training
Low Testosterone Clinics
Cultural Perceptions

Starting Strength Coach and Registered Dietitian Robert Santana shares his knowledge of all things diet, training, barbells, and more.

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From muscle magazines and supplement ads to TikTok physiques and biohacking, fitness culture has changed—but why are we still arguing about the basics? Robert takes a candid trip through decades of fitness marketing, exploring how unrealistic expecta... more

A handful of Halloween candy, a week of Thanksgiving leftovers, and a promise to start fresh in January - sound familiar? Robert breaks down how seasonal indulgences can become everyday habits, allowing weight to creep up year after year.

With his t... more

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Is your workout making you stronger - or just making you tired? Robert takes aim at the endless exercise lists, muscle-group splits, and pump-chasing routines that continue to dominate gym culture.

Tracing bodybuilding’s influence from Joe Weider an... more

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Is losing more weight really the answer - or are you missing the muscle that would change how you look and feel? Robert delivers a candid breakdown of weight loss, body composition, and why a smaller number on the scale doesn’t always mean better res... more

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Andy Baker
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Episode: #105 - ANDY BAKER | WHY YOU'RE STILL WEAK — AND HOW TO FIX IT
Jay Ware
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Episode: #100 - The Truth About Starting in the Fitness Industry
Michael Sartain
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Episode: #99 – YOU'VE BEEN LIED TO ABOUT WOMEN AND YOUR ABS
Hari Fafutis
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Episode: #94 - How To ACTUALLY Build Muscle | Hari Fafutis, SSC
Jesse Vezina
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Episode: #93 - Training Like An Athlete v.s. Recreational Lifters

Host

Robert Santana
Starting Strength coach and registered dietitian

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 167 ratings
  • Usually pretty good

    Usually pretty good. Latest episode interviewing a guy who explains how to bang hot chicks absolutely sucked. But otherwise they’re pretty good.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    gokartz
    United Statesa year ago
  • Vey Good Mix of Info and Personalities

    The info varies across nutrition, strength training, conditioning, and overall health. Although the basis of the training information is aligned to the Starting Strength method as they are both certified coaches, it reaches farther out than SS alone.

    Worth a listen and Robert and Trent complement each other’s style.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    IGotUTooed
    United States2 years ago
  • It’s ok

    The info is fine, if you look them up on instagram, they’re clearly more strength focused guys so I wouldnt take their advice pertaining to bodybuilding but my boy! Stop cursing so much! A couple f words here and there but EVERY OTHER WORD? That’s crazy.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    JennG8853
    United States3 years ago
  • Solid Lifting Podcast

    I started listening a few months ago, just episode by episode. Love Rob and Trent’s direct honest style that doesn’t get too cute or confusing. They’re great at extracting opinions from guests without letting them ramble. Recommending to friends for sure!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    .......… zzz ..... xxvrrs
    United States3 years ago
  • Great strength/diet pod

    For all people interested in strength and health by training and diet.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    likotna
    Sweden3 years ago

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Production quality is described as consistently strong, with humor and comfortable conversation adding to the experience.
Some listeners object to frequent profanity and say the advice is more strength-focused than bodybuilding-focused.
Listeners value the direct, candid hosting style and say conversations stay focused without becoming confusing or meandering.
Reviews appreciate the mix of strength, diet, conditioning, and broader health topics, including perspectives beyond a single training method.
Strength training and nutrition advice is praised for making complex topics practical and understandable.

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#67 - Lessons Learned in 2023: Hypertrophy BS, Arm Training, Food Quality, & More
Q: Do you have any goals in 2024 with your fitness?
In 2024, I want to bench 315 and probably drop some of this weight.
#73 - Why You Missed a Rep: Four Questions to Ask
Q: What should you ask yourself when you miss reps?
You should ask how long you rested, what weight jumps you took, how much you ate, and if any external stressors influenced your training.
#75 - Science Is Fake with Stef Bradford, PhD
Q: What is your background in academia?
Stef shares her journey from her beginnings in academia, including her experiences in a lab and working towards her PhD in pharmacology and molecular cancer biology.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Strong and Sleek

What is Strong and Sleek about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Practical conversations and solo commentary on strength training, nutrition, body composition, and long-term health, led by Robert Santana, a strength coach and registered dietitian. The guidance centers on barbell movements, progressive loading, consistent training, and nutrition habits that support performance, while challenging fitness fads, unrealistic physique ideals, and overcomplicated plans. Episodes range from coaching advice on programming, recovery, and weight management to candid discussions of bodybuilding culture, steroids, gym environments, and the realities of building strength over time. Interviews with coaches and other specialists add perspectives from related fields, while Santana's direct style and personal training sto... more

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2. Mark Rippetoe
3. Josh Wills
4. Zoe Schroeder
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6. Jay Ware
7. Michael Sartain
8. Hari Fafutis

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