Antonio Squillante is a sport scientist, researcher, and author, with a vast amount of expertise and experience in the field. In this episode, Antonio and I discuss training volume, movement velocity, and the role of intensity (%1RM) in driving training adaptations. Follow Antonio: https://www.instagram.com/antonio_squillantecscs/ https://twitter.com/Squillante_CSCS Buy his book: https://uaconcepts.com/product/power-the-training-of-champions/ Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/josh_philwl/...
Feb 03, 2022•1 hr 5 min
In this episode of the podcast, we deep dive into athlete monitoring for weightlifting, discussing: - Setting up a training plan - Tracking different training variables, and knowing what matters - Using a variety of performance assessments to measure change over time Hopefully you found something here useful. If so, follow the links down below to find more. Follow Guy: William.Horsby@mail.wvu.edu https://twitter.com/CoachGuyton https://www.instagram.com/coachguyton/ https://www.instagram.com/wvw...
Jan 27, 2022•1 hr 59 min
Crystal McCullough has gone from full-time nurse to full-time weightlifting coach. Why did she decide to dedicate her life to weightlifting? Listen in to find out. Follow Coach Crystal: https://www.instagram.com/coach_crystalmac/ https://www.instagram.com/bellatorbarbell/ Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/josh_philwl/...
Jan 21, 2022•1 hr 35 min
How much training should a lifter perform to increase 1RM strength in a squat, bench, and/or deadlift? That was the question Dr. Pak (Patroklos Androulakis-Korakakis) set out to discover. In this episode of the podcast, we discuss training volume and load (intensity/% of 1RM) to drive 1RM strength improvements. Along the way, we discuss Pak's background, his interest in the topic, other research he's been involved with, and more. Enjoy! The paper discussed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/345279...
Jan 14, 2022•53 min
Spurred on by a past episode of the Weightlifting House podcast discussing the most important habits to becoming a world champion, we've brought you an episode specific to coaching. In part two of this episode, listen in as Justin Holly of Willpower Weightlifting and Kevin Cann of Precision Powerlifting Systems discuss the traits of highly effective coaches. Follow us: https://www.instagram.com/willpowerweightlifting/ https://www.instagram.com/precision_powerlifting_systems/ https://www.instagra...
Jan 06, 2022•56 min
Have you ever wondered how someone could go from coaching in their garage to running a weightlifting gym with nearly 200 members? In this episode of the podcast, Chris Amenta details his development as a coach and how he was able to build SoCal Weightlifting into the behemoth that it is today. We also chat about Onyx and Mavrik, two equipment companies meant to better supply the weightlifting world with straps, belts, plates, and more. Follow Chris, SoCal, Onyx, Mavrik: https://www.instagram.com...
Dec 30, 2021•1 hr 19 min
Have you ever wondered what it takes to start and host a successful podcast? Well, it would start by defining what "success" means for you. With that out of the way, Arthur Lynch, host of the No Lift Podcast, joins me as we sit down to discuss our podcasts, how they started, where they're going, and where we hope to end up. Along the way we also cover many other topics, including the perception and continuity of achievement. Enjoy this very special episode! Follow Arthur: https://www.instagram.c...
Dec 23, 2021•1 hr 32 min
I've been utterly consumed by the On Coaching podcast with Steve Magness and Jonthan Marcus. I reached out to Jon recently to see if he would be interested in recording a show with me. Thankfully, Jon is very gracious with his time, and we were able to record a great podcast. During this episode we discuss team culture, why Jon continues to coach, what ultimately drives human behavior and how we should navigate that, and more. It was an honor to host Jon, and I hope you enjoy the podcast as much...
Dec 16, 2021•1 hr 43 min
A recent paper was published providing a narrative review of the literature surrounding Youth Weightlifting. The authors include Dr. Mike Stone, Dr. Kyle Pierce, and Dr. Guy Hornsby. Instead of discussing this paper and providing my own commentary, I figured we could get the three of them on the show to discuss the topic even further! Enjoy. The paper: https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/19417381211056094?url_ver=Z39.88-2003&rfr_id=ori :rid:crossref.org&rfr_dat=cr_pub%20%200pubmed D...
Dec 09, 2021•1 hr 25 min
Spurred on by a past episode of the Weightlifting House podcast discussing the most important habits to becoming a world champion, we've brought you an episode specific to coaching. I was joined by Justin Holly of Willpower Weightlifting and Kevin Cann of Precision Powerlifting Systems as we discuss the traits of highly effective coaches. Follow us: https://www.instagram.com/willpowerweightlifting/ https://www.instagram.com/precision_powerlifting_systems/ https://www.instagram.com/kwcann/ https:...
Nov 26, 2021•48 min
In this episode of the podcast, Dr. Helen Collins, Derek Miles (of Barbell Medicine Fame), and I discuss youth resistance training. Helen recently published a paper that served as the foundation of this conversation, coving strength, fundamental movement skills, view of "the self", and weight management. If you want to know the "why" and "how" behind youth resistance training, along with absolute gems of information from Helen and Derek, this podcast is for you! Read the paper here: https://www....
Nov 18, 2021•1 hr 7 min
Do you ever wonder how other coaches approach the development of novice weightlifters? Whether it's a complete beginner or a CrossFit athlete making a transition to weightlifting, Coach Blanco takes us through his framework for developing competitive weightlifters. We also chat a bit about being all-in on yourself and facing failure. Enjoy. Coach Blanco: https://www.instagram.com/coachblanco/ https://www.instagram.com/brooklynbarbell/ My socials: https://www.instagram.com/josh_philwl/ https://ww...
Nov 12, 2021•1 hr 1 min
In this episode of the podcast Dr. Kyle Travis and I discuss tapering and peaking for strength performance. We discuss a recent publication of his that examined step (1 week) and exponential tapers (3 weeks) with an overreach prior to an unload to maximize performance of the squat, bench, and deadlift. If you want to know more about volume load allocation, stimulus-fatigue-recovery-adaptation, and the reversibility of certain qualities, then this podcast is for you. Read the paper here: https://...
Nov 04, 2021•1 hr 23 min
So you can get "coached" by AI. Is it really that simple or effective? Justin, Kevin, and I sit down to discuss the complexities of coaching and why it isn't all about the sets and reps. Follow us: https://www.instagram.com/willpowerweightlifting/ https://www.instagram.com/precision_powerlifting_systems/ https://www.instagram.com/kwcann/ https://www.instagram.com/josh_philwl/...
Oct 28, 2021•1 hr 37 min
Cody Misuraca is a physical therapist who specializes in working with individuals who are managing pain and injury and are driven to achieve and maintain an active lifestyle. Cody also provides coaching and programming for strength athletes, supplemental strength coaching for non-strength athletes, as well as general strength and conditioning services. Join us as we discuss a number of topics, most related to physical therapy, developing a filter for rehab professionals, understanding the mechan...
Oct 21, 2021•1 hr 9 min
Derek Evely is a throws coach who has traveled the world. He's worked in the UK, Canada, China, etc., coaching elite level talent and working with the best coaches to walk this planet. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Join us for this chat as Derek and I discuss all things exercise classification, specifically revolving around weightlifting. This takes many of the concepts Anatoliy Bondarchuk discusses in his work and thoroughly examines them in a practical setting. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Enjoy.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Buy Derek's Bon...
Oct 14, 2021•1 hr 34 min
Arthur Drechsler is the author of one of the greatest books written by an American author on the sport of weightlifting. This book rivals Greg Everett's complete guide, only with less notoriety. Besides being a successful author, Artie has collected three junior world records, coached many athletes to and on an international stage, and is a category 1 IWF referee. Join us as we discuss all things weightlifting, including, but not limited to, Artie's fantastic book. Enjoy....
Oct 06, 2021•1 hr 37 min
Hugh Gilmore is a sport psychologist who has worked with British Weightlifting and many other sports and athletes. In part two of this discussion we cover sport psychology pseudoscience, motivational interviewing, and living the "good life". Follow Hugh: https://www.instagram.com/hughjohngilmore/ https://podiumpsychology.com/
Sep 27, 2021•1 hr 3 min
Hugh Gilmore is a sport psychologist who has worked with British Weightlifting and many other sports and athletes. In part one of this discussion we cover the psychosocial aspects of weightlifting, from both a coach and athlete perspective. Follow Hugh: https://www.instagram.com/hughjohngilmore/ https://podiumpsychology.com/
Sep 15, 2021•1 hr 4 min
Mike Burgener has quite possibly done more for the sport of weightlifting than anyone else. He's had his hand in the development of some of the best lifters and coaches this country has seen. Not only that, but he was also a critical part in the spread of weightlifting to CrossFit. Join us as we cover a range of topics, everything from the abolition of the press and changes in programming since, to what serving in the Marine Corp has done for his demeanor and coaching style. Enjoy. Follow Coach ...
Sep 02, 2021•1 hr 31 min
This is an attempted continuation of part one, maybe the greatest podcast i've ever recorded, discusses skill acquisition and details often taken for granted in practice. I was honored to be joined by Keith Davids, a PhD and Professor of Motor Learning at Sheffield Hallam University, Kevin Cann (Coach of Precision Powerlifting Systems), and Robbie Bourke (host of the All Things Strength & Wellness podcast). Join us as we talk all things skill acquisition, differences in learning ability betw...
Aug 26, 2021•1 hr 44 min
Shaun Joffe is a researcher, weightlifting coach, and lecturer at St. Mary’s University. He’s just started his academic journey after a long stint in S&C and has already managed to produce some great research. In this podcast we discuss two publications, both looking at different aspects of the pull and particular performance variables associated with each. We explain why coaches should possibly start incorporating more work in the start position, particularly deadlifts. We also take a few t...
Aug 21, 2021•1 hr 42 min
Derek Evely is a throws coach who has traveled the world. He's worked in the UK, Canada, China, etc., coaching elite level talent and working with the best coaches to walk this planet. Join us for this chat as we discuss all things Anatoly Bondarchuk. The direct application to weightlifting wasn't the center of this talk, but we go into enough detail that you can somewhat work things out yourself. Enjoy. Buy Derek's course and save 20% with the code: Philwl023 Follow Derek: https://www.instagram...
Aug 12, 2021•1 hr 11 min
Derek Evely is a throws coach who has traveled the world. He's worked in the UK, Canada, China, etc., coaching elite level talent and working with the best coaches to walk this planet. Join us for this chat as we discuss all things coaching, what Derek does well, what he wishes he could do better, and why coaching isn't just copying and pasting a system. Enjoy. Follow Derek: https://www.instagram.com/eveltrak/ https://twitter.com/eveltrak https://www.eveltraksport.com/...
Aug 07, 2021•49 min
Brian Minor is a pro natural bodybuilder, powerlifter, and coach to many. Join us in this episode of the podcast as we discuss: - programming hypertrophy work for strength athletes - why soreness or "the pump" isn't always the best indicator for muscle growth - how to maximize the stimulus to fatigue ratio - dieting for performance Follow Brian! https://myojournal.com/ https://www.instagram.com/bdminor/...
Aug 01, 2021•1 hr 30 min
Guy Hornsby is a PhD, professor, coach, and has carried and developed a deep interest in periodization. This interest has bled into the work Guy has authored and been a part of. Join us as we further tackle the concept of periodization, continuing the discussion had by myself and Aaron Cunanan over the last two episodes. Follow Guy: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Guy-Hornsby https://www.instagram.com/coachguyton/...
Jul 22, 2021•1 hr 52 min
Aaron Cunanan has done it all in the sport of weightlifting. From coaching alongside Kyle Pierce to studying the technique of elite weightlifters and producing plenty of research to help practitioners and scientists, it goes without saying that he's got skin in the game. Join us in part two of the conversation as we discuss Aaron's time researching elite weightlifting technique and what exactly goes into conducting studies on these topics. Follow Aaron: https://twitter.com/aaronjcunanan...
Jul 15, 2021•34 min
Aaron Cunanan has done it all in the sport of weightlifting. From coaching alongside Kyle Pierce to studying the technique of elite weightlifters and producing plenty of research to help practitioners and scientists, it goes without saying that he's got skin in the game. Join us in part one of this conversation as we discuss Aaron's background, his role at the UFC PI, and go on a deep dive into the current scientific support for block periodization. Follow Aaron: https://twitter.com/aaronjcunana...
Jul 06, 2021•45 min
On this episode of the podcast, I hosted the newly minted American record holder in the clean and jerk, Hampton Morris, and his coach/dad Tripp. We discussed all things development, including what Hampton’s program looked like when he started weightlifting vs what it looks like now. This covers the squats, comp lifts, handling misses and frustration, training to compete, and much more. This was a fantastic show and I hope you all enjoy getting to know more about a staple in USA Weightlifting, al...
Jul 01, 2021•1 hr 10 min
Stu Martin is the Head of Performance Strategy for British Weightlifting, playing a critical part in the success of Team GB at the national and international level. Stu has also recently co-authored one of the best papers, in my opinion, breaking down technique from both a science and practice standpoint. Join us as we discuss what it's like planning the journey for an Olympic-level weightlifter, what efficient technique is and how you'd go about teaching it, and programming considerations for b...
Jun 24, 2021•1 hr 23 min
