This week we are joined by Sydney Swans ruckman, Callum Sinclair. Training at Lift during his 2019-2020 off-season, Callum kindly agreed to sit down and chat about weight training for footy, injury rehab and competition mindset. We also spoke about his early athletic career and his dealings with some significant adversity before being selected to play at the highest level.

LPC powerlifting coach and international powerlifting athlete, Will Berkman returned to the podcast room this week.

This week we discussed the science of learning as it relates to strength training. We asked Will about how strength coaches can optimise the learning environment and what strategies are available for beginners to fast-track their technical proficiency in the squat, bench press and deadlift.

In this episode we are joined by strength coach and weightlifting athlete, Steve Tague. Steve talks about his entry into the fitness industry and his journey to the 2019 world-masters weightlifting championships in Canada. He also speaks on competition mindset, why PT's should be trained in weightlifting and his thoughts on vegan diets for strength enthusiasts.

Hamish Charlton is the owner/director of Cultivate Recovery, a recovery studio located in Darlinghurst, Sydney. We spoke to Hamish about his facility and the services provided. Hamish also touched on the importance of a good recovery routine for general health and athletic development.

Bodybuilding coach Rawdon Dubois speaks on weight-training training considerations for fat loss versus muscle gain.

In this episode we are joined by bodybuilding and physique preparation coach, Rawdon Dubois. Here in Part 1, we discuss nutrition strategies for fat loss and muscle gain.

Rob and Jack sit down to talk about Jack's return to sport after a horrific motorbike accident. The boys also discuss Jack's current role at the speed and agility academy as an elite sprint coach.

Clint Hill is a world-renowned Strength and Conditioning coach with over 20 years of experience in the industry. He currently works out of Lift Performance Centre, Sydney.

In this episode, Rob and Clint discuss some issues facing PT's and S&Cs. They also speak on topics such as mentoring and continued education/professional development.

Find out more on Clint:

https://www.hillstrengthandperformance.com.au

Mark Brewer is a Strength and Conditioning Coach and former Judo Commonwealth Games athlete. In this episode, Mark and Rob discuss the benefits of combat sports and Mark's journey as a world-class Judoka and career transition to a strength and conditioning coach.

To contact Mark:

Website: https://fightersperformance.com.au

Email: [email protected]

Dietitian and Sport Scientist Will Berkman speaks on nutrition in the current fitness climate. He gives advice on body-composition optimisation strategies for general populations and discusses various hot-button topics circulating the fitness industry. 

Find out more on Will:

www.willberkman.com

Instagram: @willberkmanpt

Visit www.lifteducation.info to access the show notes for this episode.