Category: Videos

  • From Fearing Frailty to Deadlifting 112 lbs | Stronger Bones, Better Life

    At 69, Jackie Hogan had never touched a barbell. She was faced with worsening back pain, osteopenia and worried about becoming frail. After watching her best friend’s transformation at Starting Strength Memphis, Jackie decided to try it herself. Starting with just 42 pounds, Jackie has more than doubled her deadlift to 112 pounds. Now, she…

  • Building Starting Strength Gyms After Years in Manhattan Basements

    Brent Carter spent years training clients in windowless Manhattan high-rise gyms until opportunity called him back to Texas. He faced a choice: start small in a garage or commit fully to the Starting Strength Gyms franchise model. Despite opening Starting Strength Dallas in 2019 and facing closure just six months later, his gyms are thriving…

  • Programming the Overhead Press – Novice to Advanced

    One of the most common questions that people have about programming revolves around doing and improving strength in the overhead press. In this episode of the Stronger is Better Podcast, Nick goes deep on the press, why it’s good for you, and how to program it long term. In Episode 3 of the Stronger Is Better…

  • From Google Search to Head Coach

    Jordan was once a 140-pound guy who was frustrated with fitness advice that went nowhere. One day he Googled “simple strength training program” and found Starting Strength. Within months, friends noticed his physical changes and how differently he carried himself. This transformation inspired Jordan to pursue becoming a Coach. His path wasn’t straightforward- he started…

  • How Strong Should You Be?

    How should you think about goals when you first start training? Or if you’ve been training for a while, you may be wondering how you stack up or whether you are “strong enough.” In Episode 2 of the Stronger Is Better podcast, Nick Delgadillo breaks down strength standards into three categories: competitive goals, evaluative benchmarks, and personal…

  • Motherhood Without Limits

    When persistent back injuries started limiting Beth’s ability to enjoy motherhood, she refused to accept this as her new normal. With both a growing career and a young child depending on her, giving up wasn’t an option. At Starting Strength Dallas, Beth not only overcame her back pain training with the Starting Strength Method—she also…

  • Lifting Hay Bales to Barbells

    Karen DeLoney runs a 30-acre horse rescue ranch with 18 animals, facing daily physical challenges from lifting hay bales to carrying water buckets. She needed strength but avoided typical gyms. At Starting Strength Dallas, she found knowledgeable coaches who guided her through proven barbell training in small groups. Now Karen lifts 150-pound hay bales unassisted,…

  • Climbing Stairs Pain-Free Again After Barbell Training

    Katherine struggled with stairs and daily activities after tearing her meniscus and developing running-induced arthritis. Physical therapy wasn’t enough. Following her brother’s advice, she began barbell training despite never lifting weights before. Through consistent training, she rebuilt her strength. Today, Katherine moves pain-free, easily carries heavy items, and enjoys improved everyday life.

  • Fix Your Bench Press Slide with This Simple Trick

    Coach Michael Jones explains how to stop sliding up the bench during heavy bench press sets. Most lifters place their feet too far forward, causing them to slide up the bench as they push. This wastes energy and reduces stability when you need it most. Bring your heels closer to your hips and push straight…

  • Try the Head Touch Method on Your Pin Press

    Starting Strength Coach Michael Jones from our Plano gym shows how to properly set up your pin press. Most lifters position the bar too far forward, reducing efficiency and stability. The simple “head touch” technique ensures your bar is directly over mid-foot for optimal force transfer. Watch Jon demonstrate how backing your head against the…