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"Can I get strong and fit at the same time?"

"Can I get strong and change my body composition?"

The simple answer is yes... welcome to the world of hybrid programs! What are hybrid programs? How can you be working towards different goals and outcomes at the same time? What does this look like?

Tori and Rach hit all the big questions and show you the any different ways this can look.

Hands up if you've been in comp prep and you've ever spat out the answer "I can't I'm in comp prep" or the good ol' "I'm a powerlifter so I don't need to?"

Hannah and Rach are here with some truth bombs that y'all need to hear... brace yourself LOL

Ro & Rach hit this episode head on with you all as they share their own unique experiences with their body image throughout the process of their pregnancies, as well as sharing how they navigated their thoughts and feelings during this time.

Deloads... what are they? Why are they important? How does one incorporate deloads into their training?

Rach & Han have got you covered with all the answers to the common questions around deloads

You may not LOVEEEE conditioning but my god will your body love YOU for it. There are so many benefits to conditioning and cardiovascular fitness that are often so overlooked and can be the missing piece to you actually progressing in your strength goals. How you may ask? Tune in and Rach & Ro will hit you will all of the facts

Your guide to competition day from start to finish! We delve into what time you need to arrive, the process of weigh-ins, what on earth sessions and flights are, how the best lifter of the day is calculated and everything in between. This is a must listen episode if you're competing for the first time... we go over everything you need to know with all the common questions answered.

Tori and Rach sit down and share with you their top tips when it comes to setting yourself up for the best possible max out day. Buckle up as they hit this one rapid fire!

There are some common themes that we as coaches see time and time again between 1st, 2nd and 3rd lifting parties or even competitions for that matter. In this episode Tori and Rach delve into these nuances and how to keep yourself on the straight and narrow as you step into your 2nd, 3rd and beyond lifting party / comp.

Coaches Molly and Ro discuss RPE with a twist.

Overthinking training and intensity.

Why RPE for singles is different to volume.

Overshooting and undershooting, who are you?

How hard should you really hit it?

Newbie vs experienced lifters, gaining experience