Iron Summit

Ryan Deakin and Max Wessell
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Our mission at Iron Summit is to help individuals maximize life and performance through health and fitness. No matter what that looks like for you, we want individuals to feel their best, and get the most out their life. We believe the foundation to a fulfilling life starts with mastering one’s own health.

  1. 4d ago

    Episode 147: How to Stay Dangerous as You Get Older

    Aging is inevitable, but becoming weak, fragile, and complacent isn’t. In this episode, we discuss how to stay strong, muscular, conditioned, athletic, and mentally sharp for decades. From training around injuries and prioritizing recovery to maintaining your competitive edge, this conversation is about playing the long game and becoming the 80-year-old who changes what people think 80 should look like.  The Iron Summit podcast provides general health and fitness information for educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Consult with your healthcare provider before making any health-related decisions or engaging in new fitness activities mentioned on the podcast. The hosts and producers of Iron Summit are not liable for any consequences resulting from actions taken based on the podcast content. The podcast does not endorse specific products or services unless explicitly stated. Always seek professional medical advice for any health concerns. Level up your training with Iron Summit. Strength Programs that Actually Work: Built for real results, not fluff. https://www.bridgeathletic.com/store/ironsummitgainsemporium-56379 All Iron Summit Links, our Website, Episodes, and Resources:https://bio.site/ironsummit  Our go-to training gear, built to last. 20% off with code IRON: https://centricwear.com/IRON Active Professionals Dress Shoes. 10% off with code IronSummit: https://heilungfootwear.net/?srsltid=AfmBOorzM2yUZ-WIRNHf2iycbx2oGWkMgjFU94K58jhLPFjv4v729V24

  2. Sep 5

    Episode 146: How World-Class Technology Is Transforming Athlete Development: VALD Acquires Bridge Athletic

    This week on the Iron Summit Podcast, we break down VALD’s acquisition of Bridge Athletic and what it could mean for the future of strength and conditioning. We discuss how world-class technology is changing the way athletes train, how coaches can use data without overcomplicating the process, and where technology fits into effective programming. We also share updates from our own training and what we’re currently working toward.The Iron Summit podcast provides general health and fitness information for educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Consult with your healthcare provider before making any health-related decisions or engaging in new fitness activities mentioned on the podcast. The hosts and producers of Iron Summit are not liable for any consequences resulting from actions taken based on the podcast content. The podcast does not endorse specific products or services unless explicitly stated. Always seek professional medical advice for any health concerns. Level up your training with Iron Summit. Strength Programs that Actually Work: Built for real results, not fluff. https://www.bridgeathletic.com/store/ironsummitgainsemporium-56379 All Iron Summit Links, our Website, Episodes, and Resources:https://bio.site/ironsummit  Our go-to training gear, built to last. 20% off with code IRON: https://centricwear.com/IRON Active Professionals Dress Shoes. 10% off with code IronSummit: https://heilungfootwear.net/?srsltid=AfmBOorzM2yUZ-WIRNHf2iycbx2oGWkMgjFU94K58jhLPFjv4v729V24

  3. Aug 28

    Episode 145: Stop Changing Your Workout - Why BORING Training and Nutrition Works

    Most people don’t need a better workout or a more complicated diet, they need to stick with what they’re already doing long enough for it to work. In this episode of the Iron Summit Podcast, we break down why constantly changing programs, chasing new diets, and obsessing over optimization can actually hold back your progress. We cover the value of repeating exercises, progressive overload, simple nutrition, creating default meals, and knowing when it actually makes sense to change your training. The fundamentals of getting stronger, building muscle, and getting lean aren’t very exciting but they work. Stop searching for the perfect plan. Get really good at executing a simple one. The Iron Summit podcast provides general health and fitness information for educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Consult with your healthcare provider before making any health-related decisions or engaging in new fitness activities mentioned on the podcast. The hosts and producers of Iron Summit are not liable for any consequences resulting from actions taken based on the podcast content. The podcast does not endorse specific products or services unless explicitly stated. Always seek professional medical advice for any health concerns. Level up your training with Iron Summit. Strength Programs that Actually Work: Built for real results, not fluff. https://www.bridgeathletic.com/store/ironsummitgainsemporium-56379 All Iron Summit Links, our Website, Episodes, and Resources:https://bio.site/ironsummit  Our go-to training gear, built to last. 20% off with code IRON: https://centricwear.com/IRON Active Professionals Dress Shoes. 10% off with code IronSummit: https://heilungfootwear.net/?srsltid=AfmBOorzM2yUZ-WIRNHf2iycbx2oGWkMgjFU94K58jhLPFjv4v729V24

  4. Aug 21

    Episode 144: Flip the Switch: How to Perform When It Matters Most

    What separates people who occasionally perform at a high level from those who can do it consistently? In this episode, we break down how to flip the switch when it matters, whether you’re competing, training, leading, or facing a high-pressure moment. We cover how to build a performance routine, control your intensity, narrow your focus, stop negotiating with yourself, reset after mistakes, and perform even when you don’t feel your best. High performance isn’t about being locked in 24/7. It’s about preparing yourself to turn it on when the moment demands it, and turn it back off when it’s over. The Iron Summit podcast provides general health and fitness information for educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Consult with your healthcare provider before making any health-related decisions or engaging in new fitness activities mentioned on the podcast. The hosts and producers of Iron Summit are not liable for any consequences resulting from actions taken based on the podcast content. The podcast does not endorse specific products or services unless explicitly stated. Always seek professional medical advice for any health concerns. Level up your training with Iron Summit. Strength Programs that Actually Work: Built for real results, not fluff. https://www.bridgeathletic.com/store/ironsummitgainsemporium-56379 All Iron Summit Links, our Website, Episodes, and Resources:https://bio.site/ironsummit  Our go-to training gear, built to last. 20% off with code IRON: https://centricwear.com/IRON Active Professionals Dress Shoes. 10% off with code IronSummit: https://heilungfootwear.net/?srsltid=AfmBOorzM2yUZ-WIRNHf2iycbx2oGWkMgjFU94K58jhLPFjv4v729V24

  5. Aug 15

    Episode 143: How to Train After Your Competitive Career Ends

    What happens to your training when there’s no competition, coach, or season keeping you accountable? In this episode of the Iron Summit Podcast, we break down how training should evolve after your competitive career ends. We discuss the identity shift former athletes face, why you need to stop training like you’re still competing, and how to redirect that competitive mindset toward strength, muscle, cardiovascular fitness, health, and longevity. Your competitive career may be over, but your athletic life doesn’t have to be. The goal is no longer to perform on one specific day, it’s to build a strong, capable body that performs for the next 50 years. The Iron Summit podcast provides general health and fitness information for educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Consult with your healthcare provider before making any health-related decisions or engaging in new fitness activities mentioned on the podcast. The hosts and producers of Iron Summit are not liable for any consequences resulting from actions taken based on the podcast content. The podcast does not endorse specific products or services unless explicitly stated. Always seek professional medical advice for any health concerns. Level up your training with Iron Summit. Strength Programs that Actually Work: Built for real results, not fluff. https://www.bridgeathletic.com/store/ironsummitgainsemporium-56379 All Iron Summit Links, our Website, Episodes, and Resources:https://bio.site/ironsummit  Our go-to training gear, built to last. 20% off with code IRON: https://centricwear.com/IRON

  6. Aug 6

    Episode 142: The Biggest Lies on “Health Foods”

    Food packaging is designed to sell you a story but the nutrition label tells you what you’re actually eating. In this episode of the Iron Summit Podcast, we break down how to read nutrition labels, calculate where your calories are coming from, and avoid the “health halo” created by claims like high-protein, organic, grass-fed, seed-oil-free, keto, and natural. Using real-world examples like Perfect Bars, Kate’s Real Food bars, Force of Nature meatballs, granola, and tallow-cooked chips, we show why good ingredients don’t always equal good macros and why that doesn’t necessarily make a food good or bad. We also introduce a simple 70% rule of thumb for identifying efficient protein and carbohydrate sources, explain the 4-4-9 method for calculating macro calories, and share better options when you need quick protein or carbs on the go. The goal isn’t to fear certain foods or obsess over ingredients. It’s to become nutritionally literate enough to look past the marketing and choose foods that actually fit your goals.The Iron Summit podcast provides general health and fitness information for educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Consult with your healthcare provider before making any health-related decisions or engaging in new fitness activities mentioned on the podcast. The hosts and producers of Iron Summit are not liable for any consequences resulting from actions taken based on the podcast content. The podcast does not endorse specific products or services unless explicitly stated. Always seek professional medical advice for any health concerns. Level up your training with Iron Summit. Strength Programs that Actually Work: Built for real results, not fluff. https://www.bridgeathletic.com/store/ironsummitgainsemporium-56379 All Iron Summit Links, our Website, Episodes, and Resources:https://bio.site/ironsummit  Our go-to training gear, built to last. 20% off with code IRON: https://centricwear.com/IRON

  7. Jul 31

    Episode 141: How to Get Jacked and Achieve Your Dream Physique w/ Adam Miller (N1)

    In this episode of the Iron Summit Podcast, Ryan and Max sit down with Coach Adam Miller of N1 Education to break down what it actually takes to build an impressive physique. From understanding the three key training stimuli, strength, hypertrophy, and metabolic work, to matching your nutrition with your training, this episode cuts through the fitness industry's noise with practical, evidence-based advice. They also discuss why former athletes often excel in bodybuilding, what "training hard" really means, the supplements that are actually worth your money, and the biggest myths holding people back. If your goal is to get leaner, build more muscle, and create your best physique over the next year, this episode provides the roadmap.  N1 Education: https://www.instagram.com/n1.education N1 Training: https://www.instagram.com/n1.training Coach Miller’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coach_adam_miller?utm_source=qr The Iron Summit podcast provides general health and fitness information for educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Consult with your healthcare provider before making any health-related decisions or engaging in new fitness activities mentioned on the podcast. The hosts and producers of Iron Summit are not liable for any consequences resulting from actions taken based on the podcast content. The podcast does not endorse specific products or services unless explicitly stated. Always seek professional medical advice for any health concerns. Level up your training with Iron Summit. Strength Programs that Actually Work: Built for real results, not fluff. https://www.bridgeathletic.com/store/ironsummitgainsemporium-56379 All Iron Summit Links, our Website, Episodes, and Resources:https://bio.site/ironsummit  Our go-to training gear, built to last. 20% off with code IRON: https://centricwear.com/IRON

  8. Jul 24

    Episode 140: What Wrestling Teaches You That the Gym Never Could

    Wrestling taught us lessons the weight room never could. Long before we understood progressive overload or exercise science, we learned what it meant to show up when we didn't feel like it, push past discomfort, trust the process, and take complete ownership of our results. Those experiences shaped not only how we train today, but how we approach every challenge in life. In this episode of Iron Summit, we break down the timeless principles wrestling instills, from discipline before motivation and technique over ego to earning confidence through preparation and embracing the reality that nobody is coming to save you. We discuss why effort is a skill, how the people you train with influence your success, why recovery deserves as much respect as hard work, and how wrestling completely redefined what progress and success actually look like. Whether you've wrestled your entire life or have never stepped on a mat, these lessons apply to anyone chasing a stronger body, a sharper mindset, or a more disciplined life. If you're tired of relying on motivation and want habits that last, this episode is for you. The Iron Summit podcast provides general health and fitness information for educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Consult with your healthcare provider before making any health-related decisions or engaging in new fitness activities mentioned on the podcast. The hosts and producers of Iron Summit are not liable for any consequences resulting from actions taken based on the podcast content. The podcast does not endorse specific products or services unless explicitly stated. Always seek professional medical advice for any health concerns. Level up your training with Iron Summit. Strength Programs that Actually Work: Built for real results, not fluff. https://www.bridgeathletic.com/store/ironsummitgainsemporium-56379 All Iron Summit Links, our Website, Episodes, and Resources:https://bio.site/ironsummit  Our go-to training gear, built to last. 20% off with code IRON: https://centricwear.com/IRON

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Our mission at Iron Summit is to help individuals maximize life and performance through health and fitness. No matter what that looks like for you, we want individuals to feel their best, and get the most out their life. We believe the foundation to a fulfilling life starts with mastering one’s own health.

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  • Creator
    Ryan Deakin and Max Wessell
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    154
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Ryan Deakin and Max Wessell
  • Show Website
    Iron Summit

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