The Drop Set – Episode 13: Range of Motion, Dealing with Long Breaks

by darinstarr | Apr 7, 2017 | Podcast - The Drop Set

There’s no sense in getting fancy with partial range of motion until you really understand what FULL range of motion is like and how to know if you’re achieving it.  It might not be as simple as you think!  Also – when life throws something at you...

The Drop Set – Episode 12: Glute Training, Logging Your Workouts

by darinstarr | Mar 30, 2017 | Podcast - The Drop Set

Glute training tips for women AND men – because we all could use a little help!  Also, logging your workouts – refer to this post for a companion visual and breakdown of some of the things discussed here. Also:  bodybuilding myth debunked, Q&A, and the...

The Drop Set – Episode 11: Maintaining Prep Focus and Using the Scale Correctly

by darinstarr | Mar 24, 2017 | Podcast - The Drop Set

Prep is long and hard, whether for a show or some other goal – finding and developing your strategy for maintaining focus is absolutely key to your success.  Also, how to use the scale to track daily weigh-ins without driving yourself...

The Drop Set – Episode 10: Meal prep tips and tricks, Macros 102

by darinstarr | Mar 9, 2017 | Podcast - The Drop Set

Every bodybuilder has to meal prep, but how do you make it easier and more efficient (discussion starts at 6:00 in).  Also, the sequel to macros 101:  MACROS 102!  Fine tuning your flexible plan for optimal results (discussion starts at...

The Drop Set – Episode 7: Roles of a coach and reducing injury risk

by darinstarr | Jan 13, 2017 | Beginning Bodybuilding, Podcast - The Drop Set

Coaches come in all shapes and sizes and with a wide range of strengths and weaknesses.  I outline what I consider to be the primary roles a coach can fulfill so you can determine what’s important to you.  Also, how to reduce your risk of injury in a sport that...