Articles and Lectures

Carbohydrates and Barbell Training
Carbohydrates are perhaps the most misunderstood macronutrient. If I had to be a macronutrient, I’d probably be a carbohydrate. Since

Fat and How it Fits into Optimal Training and Health
https://youtu.be/WBV2QZAcHvgStarting Strength Coach and Registered Dietitian Robert Santana discusses fat to round out the series on macronutrient basics. Recorded at

The Skinny Fat Lifter Part 2
When I was 20 years old a friend of mine was concerned about “being fat” because his abs were not

Carbs, Why They’re Not Evil and Why They’re Important for Training
https://youtu.be/4i0Y71IV-9UStarting Strength Coach and Registered Dietician Robert Santana gives a comprehensive presentation on carbohydrates during the Nutrition and Rehab Camp

The Skinny Fat Lifter
One of the most common concerns shared by clients is aesthetics. “Coach, I want to get strong, but I want

Protein, Muscle Protein Synthesis, and Strength Training
https://youtu.be/0I81AhCnASgStarting Strength Coach and Registered Dietitian Robert Santana gives a comprehensive presentation on protein during the Nutrition and Rehab Camp

Artificially Weak Deadlifts, Part 2: The Arms
By Robert Santana MS, RD, SSC & Mark Rippetoe In my previous article, I noted that perceived difficulty is the

Greysteel Journal Club Oct ’19 w. Robert Santana MS, RD, SSC
In this episode, Robert and Dr Johnathan Sullivan address the relative impact of lifestyle and metformin on progression to Type

Barbells are Best for Aesthetics with Robert Santana | Starting Strength Radio # 26
https://youtu.be/0Or96GtqyJQMark Rippetoe and Robert Santana, RD, SSC, discuss aesthetics, training, and nutrition.