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Andy Gained 50 lb in His 50s | Starting Strength Gyms Podcast #58

Ray Gillenwater, SSC | August 28, 2023

Ray Gillenwater talks to Andy Rutledge about what went into the new website's design and how strength training has benefited his life. At Age 57, Andy gained 55 lb of bodyweight and got his squat to 405 lb. 

  • 02:12 - Gaining 50 pounds in his 50s
  • 07:21 - Starting and current bodyweight
  • 09:55 - Current PRs
  • 12:04 - Outlook on everything after Starting Strength
  • 15:34 - The last rep compared to cycling
  • 23:31 - We're performing science
  • 31:40 - Your health is your responsibility
  • 35:36 - Digital logbook
  • 45:52 - SS Gyms team
  • 56:19 - Decision to hire an SSC

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