Strong and Sleek Podcast

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

  1. vor 2 Tagen

    Ep. 114 - Strong, Sleek & Starting Over: The New Chapter

    After four months away, Robert Santana is back—and a lot has changed. The Weights and Plates Podcast has officially evolved into Strong and Sleek, a new name and brand built around the idea that getting stronger, looking better, and building a more durable body doesn't have to mean living in the gym or chasing extreme numbers. Robert opens up about why he closed his old South Phoenix gym, moved to North Scottsdale, and built a completely new training environment. He explains the philosophy behind Strong and Sleek, why he wanted a more balanced and accessible approach to strength training, and what he's learned about the biggest obstacle facing most people: not motivation, but time and recovery. He also gets unusually candid about a major personal change: after years of training and making progress without steroids, Robert started testosterone replacement therapy earlier this year. He explains why he made the decision, what changed, what didn't, and how much testosterone actually contributed to his recent strength gains—including new PRs on the deadlift, bench, squat, and press. Along the way, Robert tackles genetics, muscle-building potential, weight cycling, recovery, aging, the realities of natural strength training, and why Instagram fitness promises don't apply to most people. The podcast isn't dead. It's evolving. Strong and Sleek is the new name. The mission is still the same: get stronger, get healthier, look better, and build a body that can handle real life.

  2. 2. März

    Ep. 113 - Strength, Body Composition, and the Realities of Training: A Conversation with Mark Rippetoe

    Host Robert Santana interviews Mark Rippetoe, author of “Starting Strength,” for an honest conversation about the fundamentals of strength training and misconceptions in fitness culture. Rippetoe reflects on the evolution of his book’s audience, shifting from coaches to everyday individuals seeking real results. They discuss the value of compound lifts like the deadlift, the pitfalls of chasing lean physiques, and why performance should trump appearance. Both share personal stories and coaching lessons, emphasizing that progress comes from consistent training, proper recovery, and focusing on tangible strength gains rather than societal standards of body composition.

  3. 10. Feb.

    Ep. 112 - Anabolic Tortillas & Road-Trip Regrets

    A laid-back, funny chat about the irresistible power of H-E-B tortillas—so good they’re banned from the house. The hosts reminisce about demolishing entire packs on a Houston-to-Phoenix road trip, debating flavors and admitting that some snacks are just too dangerous to keep around.

  4. 3. Feb.

    Ep. 111 - Finding Your Voice: Music, Family, and Friendship

    In this episode, Robert shares lighthearted banter about self-deprecating humor, musical pursuits, and the joy of performing with family. Dan Francis, a guest known for his singing talent, discusses his band and the musical abilities of his children. The conversation touches on the camaraderie built over years of friendship, including missed opportunities to see each other perform live. The episode wraps up with a playful nod to YouTube culture, encouraging listeners to subscribe if they enjoyed the show.

  5. 29. Jan.

    Ep. 110 - Breaking the Survival Mode Mindset

    In episode 110 of the Weights and Plates Podcast, Robert passionately addresses the common excuse of being in "survival mode," which leads many to neglect their fitness and dietary goals. He reflects on conversations with individuals who feel overwhelmed by life's demands, emphasizing that the belief in a lack of time is often a self-imposed limitation. Throughout the episode, he advocates for the importance of showing up and making time for health, encouraging listeners to challenge their mindset and prioritize their well-being despite life's challenges.

  6. 20. Jan.

    #109 - Nuttrition Debate: Quantity vs Quality

    In this episode of the Weights and Plates podcast, host Robert Santana shifts the focus to the "plate" side of health by diving into the ongoing debates around diet. He discusses the difference between diet quality and diet quantity, highlighting how people often justify their eating habits based on new health guidelines or personal beliefs. Robert reflects on the latest dietary recommendations and how they align with the choices many people make, emphasizing the importance of understanding what truly matters when it comes to nutrition. The episode encourages listeners to think critically about the reasons behind their dietary decisions and to distinguish between the quality and quantity of the foods they consume.

  7. 13. Jan.

    #108 - Strength Over Trends

    In a compelling episode of the Weights & Plates podcast, host Robert Santana and guest Gretchen Geist explore the fleeting nature of fitness trends, with a focus on Pilates, and contrast these with the enduring value of strength training.  Santana, leveraging his deep expertise in dietetics and kinesiology, emphasizes the necessity of progressive overload for true strength development, a concept often absent in trendy fitness regimes.  The discussion pivots around the idea that while fitness fads may be appealing, they lack the long-term health benefits and measurable progress provided by foundational strength training. This episode serves as a reminder of the importance of prioritizing sustainable health and strength over the allure of the latest fitness craze. Follow us on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.

  8. 10.12.2025

    #107 - From Pinterest Cleanses to Evidence-Based Practice: A Dietitian's Journey Through Diet Culture with Zoe Schroeder, RD

    In this candid conversation, host Robert Santana sits down with Zoe Schroeder, RD—owner of Zoe Schroeder Nutrition and known as Fat Loss RD—to explore the messy reality behind becoming a nutrition professional. After connecting at a wellness event in Scottsdale, they dive deep into Zoe's transformation from a college student doing three-a-day workouts and dangerous Pinterest cleanses to becoming the evidence-based coach she needed during those struggles. Zoe opens up about her freshman 15 experience, the toxic cycle of restriction and over-exercise, and even wrapping herself in saran wrap with coffee grounds (yes, really). But more importantly, she shares how hitting rock bottom with disordered eating led her to switch from nursing to nutrition—using herself as a case study to understand metabolism, proper fueling, and sustainable body composition changes. This episode tackles the gap between clinical dietetics and real-world coaching, why telling people to "eat less, move more" fails spectacularly, and how both hosts learned that helping clients means addressing the emotional and psychological relationship with food—not just handing out meal plans. If you've ever felt like you were doing "everything right" but still stuck, or wondered why nutrition advice seems so contradictory, this honest discussion offers practical insights on building habits that actually last beyond the honeymoon phase.

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

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    Robert Santana
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    2021 - 2026
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