Podcasts by Rucci Strengthcast

Ep29 - Rucci’s Gym v5 from 2023-07-07T10:15:12

The first podcast in awhile where we discuss Paul's ICN Season A performance and the big move to the new Rucci's Gym v5. Enjoy!

Ep28 - 2022 GPC Nationals Update from 2022-05-06T10:59:24

The latest update on what's happening leading up to GPC Nationals. Plenty of info on the qualifying process, when invites are being sent and much more!

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Ep27 - Lifter Burnout from 2022-03-31T12:32:14

Lifter burnout is real! Dan & Paul discuss the topic in detail from what it actually means, how it may present and then some of the strategies you can use to meander your way through it.

Ep26 - Listerner Q&A from 2022-03-10T11:40:10

Dan answers a bunch of listener questions covering topics including the growth if powerlifting, what we love & hate about it, do calves matter and what makes our comps so different!

Ep25 - 2022 GPC Australian Powerlifting Nationals Update from 2022-02-24T16:49:15

With the 2022 GPC Australian Powerlifting Nationals coming in September there are a lot of questions coming in from members, particularly around qualifying. In this episode, Dan covers all thing...

Ep24 - Choosing a Powerlifting Federation from 2022-02-18T14:41:49

A question we get often from lifters is "what federation do I choose?", and it's a good one. With so many on offer it can be confusing to say the least. In this episode Dan discusses the major f...

Ep23 - Checking your Ego from 2022-02-03T12:14:49

Ego is a part of lifting. In this episode we introduce our new coach Johnny and discuss ego and how it relates to training, competition and progress.

Ep22 - How To Be Successful In 2022 from 2022-01-06T21:24:34

In this episode Dan and Vinh discuss how to become successful in 2022 by setting goals and developing good quality habits.

Ep21 - Paul Rucci ICN Mens Physique Champion from 2021-04-16T14:22:43

Dan and Paul discuss the journey Paul undertook and the obstacles overcome in the road to this years ICN Season A show where Paul was crowned the Mens Physique Champion.

Ep20 - Interview with Chicago Cubs Director of High Performance - Adam Beard from 2020-05-24T10:11:15

Dan and Paul interview Adam Beard the Director of High Performance at the Chicago Cubs discussing the journey through his career and some insights in to professional sport in the US and the diff...

Ep19: Talking with Callan Gibbons from 2020-04-22T11:23:12

The first interview on the Rucci Strengthcast with Callan Gibbons, local WA lifter and coach. Talking all things Powerlifting!

Ep18: Corona Home Isolation Edition from 2020-04-15T15:43:58

A mixed bag edition covering the Corona virus gym shutdown, the very sad passing of Kiara Humble, our new Online Home Coaching program, the Online Powerlifting Course and information for all of ...

Ep17: Hey Elliot! from 2020-03-11T11:38:27

Welcoming Elliot to the coaching team here working closely with Dan and Paul as well as discussion on upcoming events, what's going on in training for Dan, Paul's imminent ICN Season A comp and ...

Ep16: Progression in the Sport from 2019-12-04T11:12:13

Progression in the sport is something that is misunderstood or perhaps unclear. How does a lifter progress their Powerlifting career? Dan and Paul break it down in this episode.

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Ep15: Injuries from 2019-11-27T17:46:19

In this episode Dan and Paul discuss injuries in Powerlifting, hi-lighting the importance of building a strong technical base which is then layered with strength to reinforce quality movement. Listen

Ep14: V4 from 2019-10-23T14:29:05

It's been awhile since the last podcast with so much happening at Rucci's Gym but finally the day has come. The new facility is now open and in this podcast Dan and Paul keep it simple and talk ...

Ep13: 2019 APU WA State Powerlifting Championships Wrap-Up from 2019-08-02T14:11:11

A wrap-up of the 2019 APU WA State Powerlifting Championships and the team of lifters selected by State Coach Paul Rucci who will represent WA at this years APU Classic Nationals.

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Ep12: APU Australian Classic Powerlifting Championships from 2019-07-10T14:02:24

This year the APU Australian Classic Powerlifting Nationals will be hosted at Rucci's Gym! In this episode, Dan and Paul discuss the upcoming competition in some detail with Paul dominating most...

Ep11: The Gym Business from 2019-07-03T14:58:24

Most people are not sure where to start when opening a gym business. Dan and Paul discuss some of their experiences and cover some of the big hitting items you should consider if you are thinkin...

Ep10: Listener Q&A and v4 from 2019-06-24T13:15:55

Tackling some of the big hitting questions as provided by our listeners AND the official announcement of Rucci's Gym v4 - yes we are moving! Also some info on the upcoming APU WA State Champions...

Ep09: 2019 GPC Nats Wrap-Up from 2019-06-19T14:55:49

23 lifters in all represented Rucci's Gym at this years GPC Nationals taking 3 gold medals, 3 silver, 4 bronze plus 2 Triple Crown winners taking home $2,500 each. Dan and Paul discuss the teams...

Ep08: Powerlifting for PTs from 2019-05-08T12:59:21

Powerlifting can be a fantastic sport for Personal Trainers to introduce their clients to because it provides a mechanism to help those clients achieve goals. In this podcast, Dan and Paul cover...

Ep07: Kern US Open and Westside vs The World from 2019-04-30T12:11:16

A two-topic podcast where Dan and Paul discuss the recent KERN US Open, in particular the Australian lifters, and the release of Westside vs The World and their involvement in the film.

Ep06: 2019 GPC Nats Team from 2019-04-20T11:20:48

A special episode where Dan and Paul cover the team representing Western Australia at this years GPC Nationals.

Ep05: Our Coaching Philosophy from 2019-04-17T12:26:55

Dan and Paul have been developing and evolving their coaching philosophy since founding Rucci's Gym in 2010 in their garage gym. In this podcast they share their views on coaching, their values ...

Ep04: Masters Powerlifting from 2019-04-03T11:41:19

Discussion on an important and relevant topic in Powerlifting, Masters! Dan and Paul explain what Masters is, what the age categories are, competition options in Australia, statistics from OpenP...

Ep03: Sponsorship from 2019-03-30T15:23:11

Dan and Paul discuss sponsorship in Powerlifting from both an athlete and event perspective as well as some of the events and initiatives they have sponsored including Big Dogs and Westside vs T...

Ep02: Novice Powerlifting Competitions from 2019-03-28T13:25:35

Dan and Paul have been running Powerlifting comps for coming on 7 years now and Novice Comps are a big part of growing the sport from a grass roots level. In this podcast, the lads discuss Novic...

Ep01: Rucci Introduction from 2019-03-27T09:03:25

An introduction to the Rucci Strengthcast where Dan and Paul discuss their journeys from finding strength training to now running one of the biggest Powerlifting gyms in the world.

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