Cristi Bartlett on Getting Lean: Real‑World Nutrition, Recovery Tactics & Coaching Lessons

Guest: Cristi Bartlett, Director of Strength & Conditioning (NC State); former competitive powerlifter; extensive experience with collegiate and pro settings. Official episode resources & equipment:” → https://www.ironcompany.com/podcastWhat you’ll learnHow to get lean while coaching and training full‑time—realistic nutrition that fits real lifePlanning indulgences inside a disciplined week (compliance > perfection)Recovery that actually moves the needle: sleep, walking, mobility, and simple micro‑breaksThe mindset shift from max strength goals to physique recompositionCoaching lessons from collegiate S&C to individual transformationKey topics discussedMacro control without obsession; how “tight weekdays + flexible weekends” can still net progressTraining split ideas post‑powerlifting: more hypertrophy, joint‑friendly volume, smarter conditioningRecovery hacks you’ll actually use at work: movement snacks, posture resets, quick tissue workIdentity, stress, and staying consistent when your job is already in the gymShop the episode (listener resources)Cardio Equipment (conditioning that supports fat loss)https://www.ironcompany.com/cardio-equipment?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=notes&utm_campaign=raw_ep174Free Weights (dumbbells, barbells, kettlebells)https://www.ironcompany.com/free-weights?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=notes&utm_campaign=raw_ep174Kettlebells (ballistic conditioning & strength)https://www.ironcompany.com/free-weights/kettlebells?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=notes&utm_campaign=raw_ep174Weight Benches (hypertrophy basics)https://www.ironcompany.com/strength-training-equipment/weight-benches?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=notes&utm_campaign=raw_ep174Gym Flooring (protect your space and reduce noise)https://www.ironcompany.com/rubber-gym-flooring?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=notes&utm_campaign=raw_ep174Related guides & weekly readingUltimate Guide to Gym Equipmenthttps://www.ironcompany.com/articles?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=notes&utm_campaign=raw_ep174Kettlebell Buying Guidehttps://www.ironcompany.com/blog/kettlebell-buying-guide-what-kettlebell-is-right-for-you?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=notes&utm_campaign=raw_ep174Best Barbell Exerciseshttps://www.ironcompany.com/blog/Best-Barbell-Exercises?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=notes&utm_campaign=raw_ep174Full episode list & show resourceshttps://www.ironcompany.com/podcast?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=notes&utm_campaign=raw_ep174About RAW by IRON COMPANYSince 1997, IRON COMPANY has supplied commercial‑grade gym equipment and flooring to home, commercial, and government buyers. The RAW podcast features Marty Gallagher, J.P. Brice, and Jim Steel discussing strength training, conditioning, nutrition, and mindset—plus interviews with world‑class athletes and coaches.Support the showIf you enjoyed this episode, leave a quick rating/review in your podcast app and share it with a training partner or coach. IRON COMPANY — gym equipment & gym flooring (trusted since 1997) https://www.ironcompany.com Start here (podcast hub + resources):https://www.ironcompany.com/podcast Shop equipment:• Cardio Equipment (treadmills, bikes, ellipticals): https://www.ironcompany.com/cardio-equipment• Free Weights (dumbbells, barbells, kettlebells): https://www.ironcompany.com/free-weights• Gym Flooring (rubber rolls, mats, tiles): https://www.ironcompany.com/rubber-gym-flooring• Strength Equipment (benches, racks, cages): https://www.ironcompany.com/strength-training-equipment Training guides:https://www.ironcompany.com/articles Government & GSA buyers:https://www.ironcompany.com/gsa-and-cmas-bid-information