Author: darinstarr

The Drop Set – Episode 172 0:00 – Coming in right at the start with an update from Erin (MN) on how things are working on stage and with spectators at her show next weekend 11:02 – Dannah (MN) asking about judging preferences in terms of size vs. conditioning 22:48 – Drew (WA) asking about pre-workout supplements – safe, effective?...

The Drop Set – Episode 171 0:00 – Lots happening over here but you get a sample of some new music (with more in the outro too!) and a recap on what’s keeping me up at night (hint: it’s dubstep) 11:08 – Martina (KS) has questions about SARMs – possible compounds/cycles, sources to recommend, and more – I promise you...

The Drop Set – Episode 170 0:00 – A big announcement, a rant, and more – we’re coming in hot! Except for the first 3 minutes where I futz with my audio settings because it’s a new computer and nothing is quite right! 2:30 – Erin (MN) sharing some quarantine stories from home…tales from the dark side! 6:27 – Bethany...

The Drop Set – Episode 169 0:00 – A big announcement, a rant, and more – we’re coming in hot! Except for the first 3 minutes where I futz with my audio settings because it’s a new computer and nothing is quite right! 20:45 – Katie (ID) – let’s talk plie squats! 29:08 – Drew (WA) calling in with a...

The Drop Set – Episode 168 0:00 – Back for more! This is the ‘randomness’ component of the episode where I share (and talk about) some new music, and give updates on my home gym activities, new computer build, and other crap that probably no one cares about 27:13 – finally, a different voice! Kristen (FL) is asking about intermittent...

The Drop Set – Episode 167 In today’s special edition of The Drop Set, it’s straight and to the point. Gyms in some southern states are getting ready to reopen as early as 4/24. Is this a good move? As someone who is likely eager to get back to the gym, should you? How do you know? What can you...

The Drop Set – Episode 166 0:00 – Hey, it’s me again! A few opening words of encouragement, reality, and a quick update on where I’ve been. 10:19 – Kaia (AZ) – her husband is looking to build some muscle but has a routine that is really not suited for that goal – how should we proceed here? 16:41 –...

The Drop Set – Episode 165 0:00 – An opening word about the current virus situation but more importantly a discussion about home gyms! 23:14 – Kaia (AZ) once again keeping the show afloat, this time with questions regarding adduction and abduction exercises at home 31:00 – Darin (TN) takes the stage with a personal update with some samples from...

The Drop Set – Episode 163 0:00 – Intro! Derby update! Music update! Quick Coronavirus update and then SCREW THAT NOISE 16:35 – A quick note about dealing with adversity in these interesting times! 23:28 Heather (NJ) asking about full range of motion vs. intentional partial range of motion 31:24 Kaia (AZ) asking about deload weeks! 38:11 Darin (TN) wants...