The Iron Palace Podcast

Have you ever wondered if miracles really happen? Or if the impossible ever becomes possible? Well, this man is walking proof of both. we have interviewed him several times and the story keeps getting more inspiring and more miraculous. Listen in as we talk to one of our greatest friends Chris Chamblee and between the jokes, caffeine, and lateral foot cramps he has a story to tell, and you won't w...

I would love to say that this was a pristine interview where we dive deep into the inner workings of fitness and strength training, but this got off the rails quick and never found its way back. There is a lot of good information sprinkled throughout so don't skip anything or you might miss some laughs.

This week we discuss if it's possible for an athlete with great work ethic can accomplish more than an athlete with good genetics. What do you think?

This week we have an epic guest for you, coming all the way from Oregon he is the Blind Barbell! listen in as we talk about how to train whether it be for powerlifting, Strongman, Bodybuilding, or any other sport. We answer the question on should you always train as hard as you can.

Now that the Enhanced Games have came and went the obvious question is "Was It Worth It?"  We hope that we answered that for you this week. What do you think? Should they return next year?

We go over all the fun we had at our 2nd annual Stone Lifting competition! Shout out to all of our athletes, who put on an amazing show. Adding two more names to the books of Strong AF individuals that lifted the day stones and many more amazing feats of strength. We also discover something new about manager Mikey!

If you have seen the movie WALLE than you will understand what we are talking about in this episode. Are we treading freedom for comfort as a society and is it a fair trade?

We have all experienced fatigue, whether it be mental, physical, or emotional. One way or another you may have fallen out of love with the very thing you have built your life around. If you know what we are talking about than this is the episode for you. We talk ways to get back to what you love and find joy in it again.  Register for our stone lifting comp! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIp...

This week we take a little bit to catch up on recent competitions!

We got the amazing opportunity to sit down and talk with the one and only Inez Carrasquillo. Don't miss this one!

This week is a very special week, after almost three years of recording episodes the one true Queen takes her rightful spot on the throne! The last few weeks have been a bit serious with in depth conversations and debates, so we hope you enjoy a week of us being us. Music: Necktie Social - https://open.spotify.com/album/7wAaKRUEftEGVMYMNcPT3P?si=1w6ZHri8SH2B1AKjXHZfyQDiscounts: Nutrifitt - https:/...

Everyone has to start somewhere and one question that always gets asked is "What supplements should I buy?". We wanted to discuss are supplements something you need to prioritize or are there other areas that should be prioritized when spending money on your fitness journey? Get signed up for one of our upcoming competitions here: Bigfoot Height Championship: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAI...

This week we talk about how to train through injuries and more importantly does getting older mean you need to stop strength training all together. let us know what you think!

This week we talk about the Legend of the one and only Chuck Norris! tell us in the comments what your favorite chuck Norris "Fact" is. Bigfoot Registration: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfdN7AtXeY_lmzfeq5WgtTMfaOObikfur0SGUIdNPydMVXEDw/viewform   Stone lifting Registration:  https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdke-Wf_8QXu0e4H-8Nzin5Wpt6gFg3cKOS6nzNfYUI8f4rOA/viewform   Music: Ne...

This week we continue our recap of the Arnold, but we can't help but discuss who is putting on a better show right now, men or women? What do you think?   Music: Necktie Social - https://open.spotify.com/album/7wAaKRUEftEGVMYMNcPT3P?si=1w6ZHri8SH2B1AKjXHZfyQ   Merch: Podcast Merch: https://www.etsy.com/shop/KDayDreamDesigns?ref=shop-header-name&listing_id=1786234844&from_page=listing   Dis...

If you can make it through our ADHD conversations that start this episode off and our shameless plugs for our upcoming competitions, we discuss a very important topic that is plaguing the new lifters in the gym. we want to know training is getting too complicated? both for new lifters to experienced ones? what do you think? Bigfoot Over the Bar Bash Registration https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1...

With each new year we try to be stronger than last year, however that may look to you. This week one of our own has a birthday and we discuss age correlation to strength along with ego lifting in the gym.  Music: Necktie Social - https://open.spotify.com/album/7wAaKRUEftEGVMYMNcPT3P?si=1w6ZHri8SH2B1AKjXHZfyQ Merch: Podcast Merch: https://www.etsy.com/shop/KDayDreamDesigns?ref=shop-header-name&...

This week we discuss if you even need to hire a coach these days? in time where all the information is at your fingertips is there a reason to hire a coach or is there a reason for you to be misinformed? Music: Necktie Social - https://open.spotify.com/album/7wAaKRUEftEGVMYMNcPT3P?si=1w6ZHri8SH2B1AKjXHZfyQ Merch: Podcast Merch: https://www.etsy.com/shop/KDayDreamDesigns?ref=shop-header-name&li...

How strong should you be after one year of strength training? If you've been lifting for 12 months (or you're about to start) this episode of The Iron Palace Podcast breaks down realistic strength standards for beginners. We’re talking squat, bench press, deadlift, overhead press, and what numbers actually make sense after your first year in the gym. Forget Instagram highlight reels. Forget elite-...

This week we discuss the difficult question of what is strength? Is there a simple answer... we don't think so. Let us know what you think!  Music: Necktie Social - https://open.spotify.com/album/7wAaKRUEftEGVMYMNcPT3P?si=1w6ZHri8SH2B1AKjXHZfyQ Merch: Podcast Merch: https://www.etsy.com/shop/KDayDreamDesigns?ref=shop-header-name&listing_id=1786234844&from_page=listing Discounts: Nutrifitt...

This week we turn our eyes to the question of what is a world record? In a world where everywhere you turn there is a world record being broke for some random thing we want to know, are there too many? let us know what you think in the comments! Music: Necktie Social - https://open.spotify.com/album/7wAaKRUEftEGVMYMNcPT3P?si=1w6ZHri8SH2B1AKjXHZfyQ Merch: Podcast Merch: https://www.etsy.com/shop/KD...

With constant changes to the line up each week, we felt it necessary to weigh in on the topic of the Arnold strongman and strongwoman classic. what are your thoughts on the current lineup?  Music: Necktie Social - https://open.spotify.com/album/7wAaKRUEftEGVMYMNcPT3P?si=1w6ZHri8SH2B1AKjXHZfyQ Merch: Podcast Merch: https://www.etsy.com/shop/KDayDreamDesigns?ref=shop-header-name&listing_id=17862...

This week we have on some very special guests to talk about an amazing event that raises money for a great cause!  for more information on the charity or to see how you can help use the link: New Hope – Helping & Healing Our Children To purchase your tickets for The 2026 Tennessee Winter Beer Fest: Home - Tennessee Winter Beer Fest Music: Necktie Social - https://open.spotify.com/album/7wAaKRU...

This week we sit down with the one and only Derek Wilcox! we talk the new rule changes to powerlifting and his career in equipped lifting. After hitting a 1000 lb. squat Derek now turns his eyes toward jujitsu and Highland Games. Come listen and learn from a legend on how it's done! Instagram Music: Necktie Social - https://open.spotify.com/album/7wAaKRUEftEGVMYMNcPT3P?si=1w6ZHri8SH2B1AKjXHZfyQ Me...

This week we talk about a small fraction of the feats of strength accomplished by this legend! We also have Dave back in for a surprise appearance.