In this episode of Iron Summit, we’re joined by Greg Bulsak, former All-American wrestler turned bodybuilder to talk performance, physique, and long-term training balance. Greg breaks down lessons from wrestling conditioning, endurance events, and weight cutting, and how those experiences shaped his approach to bulking, cutting, and competing in bodybuilding. We dive into the mental side of training, offseason strategy, and why consistency matters more than perfection. A powerful conversation on finding the sweet spot between strength, cardio, and aesthetics plus a rapid-fire round and what’s next for Greg.

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.

Chapters
00:00 The Challenge of Endurance Events
03:45 Marathon Experiences and Lessons Learned
06:39 The Balance of Strength and Cardio
09:27 Wrestling Conditioning and Efficiency
12:14 Weight Management in Wrestling
17:15 The Challenges of Weight Cutting
20:02 Performance vs. Aesthetics in Training
25:20 The Importance of Offseason Training
30:20 Navigating the Transition from Bulking to Cutting
40:06 Mental Aspects of Bulking and Cutting
41:58 The Journey of Bulking and Competing
44:15 Training Consistency: The Key to Progress
47:43 Finding the Right Balance in Training
51:02 Favorite Exercises: A Rapid Fire Round
56:15 Future Competitions and Goals

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In this episode, Max and Ryan break down their personal fitness goals for 2026. What we're prioritizing, what we’re scaling back, and how we’re training differently this year. We talk through our approach to strength vs. hypertrophy, technique and biomechanics, effective training volume, body composition goals, and recovery. It’s an honest look at how we’re cutting through the noise and building a plan we can actually sustain in 2026.

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.

Chapters

00:00 Dad Mannerisms and Personal Growth

04:28 Setting Fitness Goals for 2026

07:20 Strength Training Insights

10:25 Hypertrophy vs. Powerlifting

13:27 Technique and Biomechanics in Lifting

16:20 Maximizing Strength and Performance

21:14 Bodybuilding Goals and Muscle Growth

23:56 Body Composition and Caloric Surplus

27:10 Training Plans and Bodybuilding Strategies

30:17 Effective Training Volume and Muscle Growth

36:04 Hypertrophy Training Techniques

41:10 Navigating the Noise in Fitness

45:32 The Importance of Recovery and Consistency

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In this episode, we break down practical ways to actually invest in your health, focusing on high-impact habits like better sleep, quality breathing, strength training, smarter nutrition choices, and stress management. We also cover how to avoid overhyped health gimmicks and stay focused on the fundamentals that deliver real results. Simple. Sustainable. High return.

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.

Chapters

00:00 Holiday Hustle: The Stress and Joy of the Season

04:04 Investing in Health: The Importance of Sleep

10:28 Breathing and Sleep Quality: Key to Recovery

16:26 Strength Training: The Foundation of Health

30:46 Nutrition: The Cost of Convenience

38:47 Stress Management: Investing in Recovery

48:25 Avoiding Health Gimmicks: Focus on the Basics

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