Philosophical Weightlifting Podcast
258 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 days ago - ★★★★★ - 46 ratingsI (Joshua Gibson) interview elite level weightlifters, coaches, and experts in the field of strength and power development.
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Ep. 205: Athlete Case Studies | Live from Nationals w/Max Aita
July 02, 2023 17:25 - 1 hour - 64.7 MBMax and I once again meet in a hotel room to dicuss the finer points of weightlifting coaching. We start the podcast by breaking down the different builds and abilities of athletes we just coached at Nationals. This leads into a conversation of what each athlete needs and how we can address that from a movement and programming standpoint. It was a lot of fun catching back up with Max after a few months on separate sides of the country. So enjoy our deep dive on identifying and correcting a...
Ep. 204: Are You Actually Stronger?! | Max Aita & Chris Taber, PhD
June 22, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 70.8 MBThis was an episode for the books! Chris, Max, and I deep dive on the different fitness qualities necessary to maximize weightlifting performance, along with different tests you can use to measure their development. From work capacity to maximal strength to peaking, it can be hard to know how effective the program has been. This podcast will arm you with much of the knowledge you need to ask the right questions and provide the correct answers. Follow Chris: Chris Taber (@drchristaber) | In...
Ep. 203: Women in S&C | Crystal McCullough
June 15, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 59.1 MBCrystal McCullough never epected to end up in strength and conditioning... She started out as a nurse, eventually moving into owing a CrossFit gym. Then, after a time coaching weightlifting and powerlifting and a sole source of work, she found strength and conditioning through a master's program at Lenoire-Rhyne University. Join us as we discuss lessons she's learned as a strength coach, what it's like being a female in strength and conditioning, and where she sees herself in 3-5 years. F...
Ep. 202: Purpose and Meaning in Life | Todd Kashdan, PhD
June 08, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 76 MBWe were honored to be joined by Todd Kashdan for the second time on the podcast! For you who don't know, Todd has a PhD in clinical psychology, is the founder of the Well-Being Lab at George Mason University, and a leading educator to the public. He's written books on curiosity, negative emotions, and the art of insubordination. Join us as we discuss purpose, meaning, curiosity, and well-being (with a little weightlifting thrown in). Enjoy. Follow Todd (and buy his stuff!): Articles: www....
Ep. 201: Lessons Learned from Powerlifting | Max Aita
June 02, 2023 04:45 - 59 minutes - 54.3 MBIn this episode of the podcast, Max and I discuss the lessons he's learned from time spent competing and coaching in powerlifting. From programming to ways of training, we explore what weightlifters can take away from another strength sport. Follow Max and get coaching! https://www.instagram.com/max_aita/ Home (teamaita.com) Save 10% on all Virus products using the code PHILWL VIRUS // Performance - Official Online Store (virusintl.com) Onyx: https://www.onyxstraps.com/ with code PHILWL f...
Ep. 200: The 5 Year Special | Max Aita
May 25, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 99.5 MBThis was an incredibly special episode of the podcast. While the current iteration of the Philosophical Weightlifting podcast is only five years old, I've been recording podcasts for over eight years. Tune in as Max Aita and I reflect back on my year in California, the development of the podcast, what it's like having a career in weightlifting, and so so much more. Enjoy. Follow Max and get coaching! https://www.instagram.com/max_aita/ Home (teamaita.com) Save 10% on all Virus products us...
Ep. 199: What to do After You Compete | Sergii Putsov, PhD
May 19, 2023 05:26 - 59 minutes - 54.2 MBSergii Putsov is the definition of Theory to Practice. From coming up in the Ukranian weightlifting system to earning his PhD studying the sport of weightlifting, you'd be hard pressed to find someone more qualified to discuss the sport. In this episode of the podcast Sergii and I deep dive on the concept of "Active Rest", exploring what athletes should do in the short time immediately after a major competition. We also discuss Europeans and, what seems to be a very hot topic, how to grow th...
Ep. 198: Which PEDs are Weightlifters Using? | Broderick Chavez (Team Evil GSP)
May 11, 2023 21:04 - 1 hour - 73 MBWhat started out as an episode to explore building muscle to improve weightlifting performance quickly turned into a discussion of regional differences in PED use, why drug tested became standardized across Olympic sports, and what weightlifting can do to improve its commercial viability. Our guest Broderick Chavez is a renowned and infamous US trainer to Olympians and IFBB Pros. He has actively worked in Sports Performance Field for 30 years. Along with coaching the best, he has competed a...
Ep. 197: Feeding the Fire | Alex Bellemarre of Team Canada
May 05, 2023 18:36 - 1 hour - 67.8 MBAlex Bellemarre recently won his first Pan American medals, snatching 166 kg for silver and totaling 354 kg for bronze. He's been competing in weightlifting for fifteen years, on Canada's national team for seven, and is as hungry as ever for the next kilo. In this episode we most discuss Alex's mindset, how he approaches training, what pushes him to continue competing after a decade and a half in the sport, and why Kung Fu Panda is in him pre-competition ritual. Follow Alex! Alex Bellemarre...
Ep. 196: Max Aita | EWC, Lasha, & Changing Weightlifting Forever
April 27, 2023 18:26 - 1 hour - 71.8 MBWe welcome back Max Aita, co-host of the Philosophical Weightlifting Podcast! Around this same time last year, Max and I recorded an episode wrapping up the European Weightlifting Championships. Now we are doing the same thing, but from his dining room instead of a hotel room in Vegas. In this episode we reflect back on the last year of weightlifting, Max's time commentating international meets with Weightlifting House, how weightlifting could change into more of a team sport, and much more...
Ep. 195: The Bane of Weightlifting | Zach Caswell (Optimus Barbell)
April 20, 2023 17:02 - 1 hour - 78.8 MBZach Caswell is the head coach of Optimus Barbell, a strength coach for three high schools in the state of Michigan, and a man who has been in the weightlifting and sport performance trenches for decades. In this episode of the podcast we discuss Zach's athletic background, how his ability to outwork was developed, what got him into weightlifting, and why he's relatively unknown in the sport. This is the first podcast that Zach has been on and it did not dissapoint. If you like his approa...
Ep. 194: Meredith Alwine | Where Philosophy & Weightlifting Converge
April 13, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 72.6 MBMeredith Alwine is one of the most decorated weightlifters in the USA. She's a 3 time Pan American Champion, 2021 World Champion, Junior World silver medalist, and the list goes on. Along with being an incredible athlete, she's also an avid thinker, finding her love of philosophy at thirteen years old. Join us as we discuss Meredith's most recent performance at Pan Ams, her background in athletics, what it's like to be a world champion, and why she's such a fan of John Stuart Mill & Friedri...
Ep. 193: Building a Legacy | Virus Intl w/Melanie Lin
April 06, 2023 14:30 - 44 minutes - 41 MBMelanie is the Gobal B2B Sales & Partnerships Director at Virus Intl. She got her MBA from USC and decided to work in the family business after quite a bit of deliberation. Listen in as we discuss Melanie's involvement with Virus, what the brand means, and how it's grown so much since its inception. Buy our book: https://www.weightliftinghouse.com/shopusa/weightlifters-guide-to-the-snatch/ Support me by using my code when you make a purchase through Weightlifting House: https://www.weigh...
Ep. 192: Team Sports, Leadership, & Social Identity | Jeremy Holt
March 30, 2023 15:04 - 1 hour - 78.7 MBIf I were to describe exactly what I would want this podcast to be, I think this show would sum it up nicely. With a blend of occupational psychology and sport performance, we end up with a discussion covering what creates a (winning) team identity and the underlying group/personal psychology involved. Jeremy Holt has spent the better part of his professional years understanding what it takes to develop great leaders and great teams. He has been able to take a formal education, his Master's ...
Ep. 191: Finding Mastery in Human Performance | Mike Young, PhD
March 25, 2023 15:36 - 1 hour - 69.9 MBMike Young continues to be prolific in the field of human performance. Along with obtaining a PhD from LSU in biomechanics, he's coached countless NCAA championship teams and athletes, along with professional soccer clubs, national-level weightlifters, and many other accomplishments. In this episode of the podcast, we discuss Mike's path to finding mastery in human performance. His story isn't much different from yours or mine, it's a pattern of continually finding and embracing opportunity....
Ep. 190: Spencer Arnold | Beyond Power & Grace
March 16, 2023 21:42 - 1 hour - 60.9 MBIn this episode of the podcast I sit down with Spencer Arnold. We discuss his background, notable mentors, day-to-day operations as a strength coach for Hebron Christian Academy, and more. Enjoy this deep dive into a topic that Spencer doesn't get to talk about often! Buy our book: https://www.weightliftinghouse.com/shopusa/weightlifters-guide-to-the-snatch/ Support me by using my code when you make a purchase through Weightlifting House: https://www.weightliftinghouse.com/ code PHILWL...
Ep. 189: Long-term Athlete Development | Derek Evely
February 23, 2023 16:36 - 1 hour - 98.6 MBIn this episode of the podcast, Derek and I deep dive into long-term athlete development, specifically with high school athletes. Get the early bird pricing for Coaches Only!! https://www.weightliftinghouse.com/shopusa/coaches-only-march-2023/ Buy our book: https://www.weightliftinghouse.com/shopusa/weightlifters-guide-to-the-snatch/ Support me by using my code when you make a purchase through Weightlifting House: https://www.weightliftinghouse.com/ code PHILWL Onyx: https://www.onyxst...
Ep. 188: Steven C. Hayes PhD | ACT & reducing human suffering
February 17, 2023 22:15 - 1 hour - 87.6 MBThis was an incredibly special episode of the podcast, as I was joined by the great Steven Hayes and the show's very first co-host, Tom Newton. Steven Hayes is a Nevada Foundation Professor of Psychology in the Behavior Analysis program at the University of Nevada. He's authored 47 books and nearly 670 scientific articles, with a career focused on an analysis of the nature of human language and cognition and the application of this to the understanding and alleviation of human suffering. He...
Ep. 187: The History of Weightlifting House | Seb Ostrowicz (pt 1)
February 09, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 65.8 MBIn this episode of the podcast, Seb and I deep dive into the history of Weightlifting House. Get the early bird pricing for Coaches Only!! https://www.weightliftinghouse.com/shopusa/coaches-only-march-2023/ Buy our book: https://www.weightliftinghouse.com/shopusa/weightlifters-guide-to-the-snatch/ Support me by using my code when you make a purchase through Weightlifting House: https://www.weightliftinghouse.com/ code PHILWL Onyx: https://www.onyxstraps.com/ with code PHILWL for 10% o...
Ep. 186: Ryan Doris | Redefining yourself
February 02, 2023 22:16 - 1 hour - 90.6 MBRyan Doris is someone i've looked up to for the last 10 years. For those who don't know, Ryan is a pro natural bodybuilder, has competed at a very high level in raw powerlifting, and holds two business related master's degrees. During this conversation we talk through many concepts, ideas mostly centered around philosophy, wisdom traditions, and redefining yourself. Enjoy the conversation. Max and I wrote a book! You can pick up your copy here: The Weightlifter’s Guide to The Snatch – W|H...
Ep. 185: All Things Weightlifting (Ex Variation, Gymnastics, & Business) | Kim Ransom
January 26, 2023 14:08 - 1 hour - 63.6 MBSeriously, pick up a copy! Click the link to support myself, Max, and Weightlifting House: The Weightlifter’s Guide to The Snatch – W|H USA (weightliftinghouse.com) In this episode of the podcast, we were joined by Kim Ransom of Pittsburgh Barbell. We cover a lot of ground, discussing how to effective coach the lifts, utilize exercise variation, and build a successful business. Follow Kim: Pittsburgh Barbell (@pittsburghbarbell) • Instagram photos and videos Onyx: https://www.onyxstraps.c...
Ep. 184: "The Weightlifter's Guide to the Snatch" | Max Aita
January 19, 2023 16:03 - 42 minutes - 38.6 MBWe wrote a book! You can pick up your copy here: The Weightlifter’s Guide to The Snatch – W|H USA (weightliftinghouse.com) Onyx: https://www.onyxstraps.com/ with code PHILWL for 10% off https://www.instagram.com/onyx_straps/ Weightlifting House: https://www.weightliftinghouse.com/ with code PHILWL for 10% off Follow Max and get coaching! https://www.instagram.com/max_aita/ Follow me and get coaching! https://www.instagram.com/josh_philwl/ Check out the AI: https://weightlifting.ai/
Ep. 183: From Music to Massive Quads | Johnny Franck (Bilmuri)
January 13, 2023 00:29 - 1 hour - 60.7 MBI first met Johnny Franck at a CrossFit gym in Columbus around a year and a half ago. I've since been to three of his shows, lifted with him, and had hours and hours of conversation about life and success. In this episode of the podcast we explore his background, the impact music has had on his life, and how he's bridged deathcore/ambient/post-jazz from MURICA with heavy ass lifting. Johnny started playing the guitar in 7th grade, eventually helping to create the legendary band Attack Attack...
Ep. 182: Embrace the Process | Alison Scudds
January 05, 2023 19:29 - 1 hour - 58.3 MBAli and I go way back, attending the same high school ~13 years ago. We recently crossed paths on a plane ride to Vegas, having a four hour chat about work, success, and embracing a process orientation to life. In this episode of the podcast we revisit many of those same concepts. Ali is a certified badass, making it to the CrossFit regionals 7x, nearly qualifying for the CrossFit games. She cheered at the highest level, graduated from the University of Miami with a degree in Biomedical Engi...
Ep. 181: Deloading + Sport Science Dogma | Dr. Pak
December 30, 2022 00:14 - 1 hour - 74.2 MBIn this episode of the podcast, Dr. Pak (Pak Androulakis-Korakakis) and I unpack the recent paper he co-authored on deloading practices of experienced weightlifting, powerlifting, and physique coaches. We also tackle some sport science dogma, exploring the concepts of overreaching and phase potentiation. Read the paper here: Frontiers | “You can't shoot another bullet until you've reloaded the gun”: Coaches' perceptions, practices and experiences of deloading in strength and physique sports ...
Ep. 180: Worlds wrap-up + chat about success | Max Aita
December 22, 2022 20:39 - 53 minutes - 48.7 MBIn this episode of the podcast, Max and I discuss his time at Worlds, what it was like seeing WH commentate the biggest IWF meet of the year, and a tangent on success. Onyx: https://www.onyxstraps.com/ with code PHILWL for 10% off https://www.instagram.com/onyx_straps/ Weightlifting House: https://www.weightliftinghouse.com/ with code PHILWL for 10% off Follow Max and get coaching! https://www.instagram.com/max_aita/ Follow me and get coaching! https://www.instagram.com/josh_philwl/ Chec...
Ep. 179: Quantifying Training Stress | Mike Tuchscherer
December 15, 2022 23:06 - 1 hour - 66.9 MBIn this episode of the podcast, the powerlifting Yoda (Mike Tuchscherer) and I sit down to discuss his strategy for quantifying training stress. Check out Mike's work: https://www.instagram.com/miketuchscherer/ https://www.reactivetrainingsystems.com/Home/Main Check out Max's work: https://www.instagram.com/max_aita/ https://www.teamaita.com/ Check me out for 1:1 Remote Coaching: https://www.instagram.com/josh_philwl/ https://www.philosophicalweightlifting.com/ Sign up for the best progra...
Ep. 178: Overreaching, Tapering, & Peaking for Strength Performance | Dr. Kyle Travis (Rebroadcast)
December 09, 2022 23:53 - 1 hour - 76.3 MBIn 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: htt...
Ep. 177: Training Talks w/Max Aita | Creating "Squat Programs"
December 01, 2022 22:55 - 45 minutes - 42.1 MBIn this episode of the Training Talks segment, Max and I deep dive into the topics creating "squat programs", differentiating between technical errors and inefficiencies, and more. Onyx: https://www.onyxstraps.com/ with code PHILWL for 10% off https://www.instagram.com/onyx_straps/ Weightlifting House: https://www.weightliftinghouse.com/ with code PHILWL for 10% off Follow Max and get coaching! https://www.instagram.com/max_aita/ Follow me and get coaching! https://www.instagram.com/josh_...
Ep. 176: The Science of Isometrics | Dustin Oranchuk, PhD
November 11, 2022 02:09 - 1 hour - 63.9 MBDustin Oranchuk has a deep background as a strength and conditioning specialist, and as a researcher in several areas of exercise physiology, biomechanics, and sports science. Dustin has worked with teams in the private sector, Canadian Olympic, NCAA, and U-Sports systems. He has also published over 25 peer-reviewed articles in scientific journals and presented at several national and international conferences. In this episode of the podcast, we discuss Dustin's systematic review of the lite...
Ep. 175: The Science of Individualization | Craig Pickering
October 28, 2022 20:26 - 56 minutes - 52 MBCraig Pickering is one of eight British athletes to be selected for both the Summer and Winter Olympics. He earned his professional doctorate from the University of Central Lancashire and has extensively studied the science of individual responses to training. In this episode of the podcast, we discuss Craig's work with John Kiely, why individual responses to training exist, along with how coaches can use this information to inform the training prescription for their athletes. Onyx: https...
Ep. 174: Asian Championships recap | Max Aita
October 21, 2022 07:09 - 58 minutes - 53.6 MBIn this episode of the podcast, Max and I recap his experience commentating the Asian championships in Manama, Bahrain. Catch up on all of the weightlifting you missed! https://www.weightliftinghouse.com/events/step/get-ticket-asian-champs-2022/ Onyx: https://www.onyxstraps.com/ with code PHILWL for 10% off https://www.instagram.com/onyx_straps/ Weightlifting House: https://www.weightliftinghouse.com/ with code PHILWL for 10% off Check out the AI: https://weightlifting.ai/ Follow Max an...
Ep. 173: The Edges of Autoregulation | Ciaran Fairman, PhD
October 13, 2022 20:57 - 58 minutes - 53.7 MBIn this episode of the podcast, I sit down with Ciaran Fairman to discuss his work on the use of autoregulation in exercise oncology. Ciaran is an Assistant Professor at the University of South Carolina where he studies the use of exercise, nutritional and psychosocial interventions for individuals with cancer during and after their cancer treatments. Onyx: https://www.onyxstraps.com/ with code PHILWL for 10% off https://www.instagram.com/onyx_straps/ Weightlifting House: https://www.weig...
Ep. 172: Training Talks w/Max Aita | Non-Responders and Exercise & Volume Variation
October 06, 2022 16:58 - 1 hour - 57.6 MBIn this episode of the Training Talks segment, Max and I deep dive into the topics of non-responders to training, extreme exercise variation, and set size within a workout. Onyx: https://www.onyxstraps.com/ with code PHILWL for 10% off https://www.instagram.com/onyx_straps/ Weightlifting House: https://www.weightliftinghouse.com/ with code PHILWL for 10% off Check out the AI: https://weightlifting.ai/ Follow Max and get coaching! https://www.instagram.com/max_aita/ Follow me: https://www...
Ep. 171: Work Capacity, General Training, & CrossFit | Alex Bailey
September 01, 2022 23:57 - 50 minutes - 43.7 MBIn this episode of the podcast, we were joined by Alex Bailey (formerly LaChance). We talked all things work capacity, including general training, transitioning from an off-season to meet prep, and how CrossFit can be beneficial for weightlifters. Check out our seminars in Calgary on Sept. 10th and 11th: Powerlifting: https://maxsgym.pike13.com/pack_products/795776 Weightlifting: https://maxsgym.pike13.com/pack_products/795775 SuperTotal: https://maxsgym.pike13.com/pack_products/795779 Fo...
Ep. 170: The Business of Weightlifting | Sarah Amenta, SoCal Weightlifting
August 25, 2022 23:31 - 48 minutes - 44.8 MBIn the episode of the podcast, Max, Sarah, and I deep dive in the business side of the sport. Most coaches and athletes are working so hard to understand the X's and O's of weightlifting that they lose sight of the fact that they are running a business. Sit down with us as we cover marketing, athlete retention, growing to become successful, and everything in-between. Check out our seminars in Calgary on Sept. 10th and 11th: Powerlifting: https://maxsgym.pike13.com/pack_products/795776 Weigh...
Ep. 169: Training Talks w/Mike Tuchscherer | Peaking, Phase Potentiation, & AI
August 18, 2022 19:07 - 1 hour - 66.1 MBThis was a behemoth of an episode. We were joined by Mike Tuchscherer, a man who has essentially created his own training system, Emerging Strategies. During the show, we deep dive on peaking and athlete response, sequencing training blocks, and why Mike hasn't developed an Emerging Strategies AI. Check out our seminars in Calgary on Sept. 10th and 11th: Powerlifting: https://maxsgym.pike13.com/pack_products/795776 Weightlifting: https://maxsgym.pike13.com/pack_products/795775 SuperTotal:...
Ep. 169: Training Talks w/Mike Tuchscherer (Peaking, Phase Potentiation, & AI)
August 18, 2022 19:07 - 1 hour - 66.1 MBThis was a behemoth of an episode. We were joined by Mike Tuchscherer, a man who has essentially created his own training system, Emerging Strategies. During the show, we deep dive on peaking and athlete response, sequencing training blocks, and why Mike hasn't developed an Emerging Strategies AI. Check out our seminars in Calgary on Sept. 10th and 11th: Powerlifting: https://maxsgym.pike13.com/pack_products/795776 Weightlifting: https://maxsgym.pike13.com/pack_products/795775 SuperTotal:...
Ep. 168: Readiness, Technology, & the Biomechanics of Weightlifting | Aaron Cunanan, PhD
August 12, 2022 18:52 - 1 hour - 65.9 MB* Sorry for the distorted audio. We will get that sorted heading forward. * In this episode of the podcast, we talk to sport scientist Aaron Cunanan. Aaron got his PhD from ETSU in Sport Physiology, having turned that into a sport science role with the San Franscico Giants, UFC, and now the Cincinnati Reds. We talk the role of technology in sport, how readiness can inform training, and deep dive on the biomechanics of weightlifting. Keep up with Aaron: https://twitter.com/aaronjcunanan Si...
Ep. 167: Training Talks w/Max Aita | All About Technique Primers
August 05, 2022 05:14 - 45 minutes - 41.9 MBIn this episode of the Training Talks segment, Max and I deep dive into the topic of technique primers, drills, and exercise selection. Onyx: https://www.onyxstraps.com/ with code PHILWL for 10% off https://www.instagram.com/onyx_straps/ Weightlifting House: https://www.weightliftinghouse.com/ with code PHILWL for 10% off Check out the AI: https://weightlifting.ai/ Follow Max and get coaching! https://www.instagram.com/max_aita/ Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/josh_philwl/
Ep. 167: Training Talks w/Max Aita (All About Technique Primers)
August 05, 2022 05:14 - 45 minutes - 41.9 MBIn this episode of the Training Talks segment, Max and I deep dive into the topic of technique primers, drills, and exercise selection. Onyx: https://www.onyxstraps.com/ with code PHILWL for 10% off https://www.instagram.com/onyx_straps/ Weightlifting House: https://www.weightliftinghouse.com/ with code PHILWL for 10% off Check out the AI: https://weightlifting.ai/ Follow Max and get coaching! https://www.instagram.com/max_aita/ Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/josh_philwl/
Ep. 166: Training Talks w/Max Aita (The Technique Triad & Westside vs Sheiko)
July 28, 2022 22:13 - 48 minutes - 44.6 MBIn this episode of the Training Talks segment, Max and I discuss the process of detraining and gaining back fitness, how Max conceptualized the Technique Triad, and where Westside & Sheiko differ. Onyx: https://www.onyxstraps.com/ with code PHILWL for 10% off https://www.instagram.com/onyx_straps/ Weightlifting House: https://www.weightliftinghouse.com/ with code PHILWL for 10% off Check out the AI: https://weightlifting.ai/ Follow Max and get coaching! https://www.instagram.com/max_aita/...
Ep. 165: The History of Weightlifting | Conor Heffernan & Max Aita
July 22, 2022 15:55 - 1 hour - 57.3 MBIn this episode of the podcast, we had on Conor Heffernan. Conor is Assistant Professor of Physical Culture and Sport Studies at the University of Texas at Austin. We talk the development of weightlifting, from its first appearance in the Olympics to potential changes in the sport and its format. Sign up for the best programming available: https://weightlifting.ai/ Follow Conor: https://physicalculturestudy.com/author/heffercp/ Onyx: https://www.onyxstraps.com/ with code PHILWL for 10% ...
Ep. 164: Training Talks w/Max Aita | Obscure exercises, 90% lifts, & minimums
July 14, 2022 22:39 - 47 minutes - 43.4 MBTraining Talks is a new segment on the Philosophical Weightlifting podcast. I will be joined by the majestic Max Aita. In this episode of the podcast, Max and I discuss obscure training lifts that have a positive impact on results, how often you should take 90% lifts, and what it means to raise your minimums. Onyx: https://www.onyxstraps.com/ with code PHILWL for 10% off https://www.instagram.com/onyx_straps/ Weightlifting House: https://www.weightliftinghouse.com/ with code PHILWL for 10%...
Ep. 163: All Things Programming | Max Aita & Seb Ostrowicz
July 08, 2022 08:40 - 1 hour - 60.9 MBIn this episode of the podcast, Max Aita and Seb Ostrowicz join me to discuss programming, specifically training cycle and phase length. Onyx: https://www.onyxstraps.com/ with code PHILWL for 10% off https://www.instagram.com/onyx_straps/ Check out the AI: https://weightlifting.ai/ Follow Max and get coaching! https://www.instagram.com/max_aita/ Follow Seb: https://www.instagram.com/seb_ostrowicz/ Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/josh_philwl/
Ep. 163: All Things Programming | Max Aita, Seb Ostrowicz
July 08, 2022 08:40 - 1 hour - 60.9 MBIn this episode of the podcast, Max Aita and Seb Ostrowicz join me to discuss programming, specifically training cycle and phase length. Onyx: https://www.onyxstraps.com/ with code PHILWL for 10% off https://www.instagram.com/onyx_straps/ Check out the AI: https://weightlifting.ai/ Follow Max and get coaching! https://www.instagram.com/max_aita/ Follow Seb: https://www.instagram.com/seb_ostrowicz/ Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/josh_philwl/
Ep. 162: The Science of Accentuated Eccentric Loading | Chris Taber, PhD
June 24, 2022 04:32 - 1 hour - 67.1 MBIt's been a while since we've had Chris Taber on the show. Chris received his PhD in Sport Physiology from ETSU. He's also been involved in weightlifting, competing and coaching for a number of years. He currently teaches at Sacred Heart University, where he was recently promoted to associate professor. In this episode, we deep dive into three projects Chris is currently working on. The first includes testing the muscle snatch as a readiness assessment tool. The second looks at accentuated e...
Ep. 161: Max Aita Special (Powerlifting America & EWC Commentary)
June 16, 2022 12:19 - 1 hour - 63.5 MBWhile Max and I were in Vegas, we managed to catch up and record a great in-person podcast. We chat the USAPL split from the IPF, commentating Europeans, and more. Note: Because of the setting, you'll have to excuse the differences in audio levels. Also, this show is sponsored by Onyx Weightlifting Co., so you can support the podcast by purchasing ANY of their products, using the code PHILWL at checkout to save 10% off of your total. Onyx: https://www.onyxstraps.com/ https://www.instagram...
Ep. 160: Building De Novo, and other life lessons | Ben Esgro, RD, MS
June 09, 2022 04:01 - 1 hour - 68.7 MBI had the pleasure of once again being joined by Ben Esgro. Ben has two master's degrees, one in pharmaceutical chemistry and the other in sport nutrition and exercise science. He was the founder of De Novo Nutrition, and is currently the co-founder of Elemental Formulations. Join us as we deep dive into a lot of philosophy, social psychology, business, and strength sports. Also, this show is sponsored by Onyx Weightlifting Co., so you can support the podcast by purchasing ANY of their pro...
Ep. 159: How to Develop Emotional Agility | Todd Kashdan, PhD
June 03, 2022 03:41 - 1 hour - 78.8 MBIn this very special episode of the podcast, I am joined by Todd Kashdan. Todd has a PhD in clinical psychology, is the founder of the Well-Being Lab at George Mason University, and a leading educator to the public. Join us as we discuss psychological flexibility, how to find our values, and what it requires to be creative. Also, this show is sponsored by Onyx Weightlifting Co., so you can support the podcast by purchasing ANY of their products, using the code PHILWL at checkout to save 10%...