Lifting, Laughter & Life

Mental toughness in strength sports is essential for athletes to overcome the myriad of challenges they face, both physically and psychologically. Whether it's powerlifting, weightlifting, strongman competitions, or any other strength-based discipline, athletes encounter obstacles that test their resolve and determination. We cover resilience to failure, focus and concentration, mindset and visualization, adaptability and resilience, and self-belief and confidence

Brief discussion on the basics of nutrition for the strength athlete

On this episode we go over: Building a base, technique, keeping it simple, & build more muscle

In todays episode Nick goes over some commonly asked questions about PED’S and PED usage.

Host Nick Nutting @bulletproof_strength_systems and special guest Luke Cooper @luke.nuke-em catch up and talk about where they are at in life. They briefly touch on Luke’s previous strongman competition, as well as the powerlifting meet he is prepping for now. They also dive into some training talk

In this short and sweet episode Nick covers the nutrition hierarchy and how he implements this with his clients!

In this episode we cover these questions all asked by listeners: -Recommendations on books for more advanced trainees

-Top recommended fitness YouTube channels

-Is Nick working on a steroid for dummies ebook

-What gets most people motivated to workout

-Optimizing recovery for sedentary people( people who have a desk job)

-Post or pre workout stretching? Pros and cons, effects, etc.

-Honest thoughts on the body positivity movement

On this Episode of the lifting laughter and life podcast Nick and Erin recap Erin's first meet performance back in October 2021(USPA Federation)They also touch on client Clay Aziz's first meet in December 2021 (WRPF Federation). Nick talks about training burnout and how to overcome and adapt to that as both as the coach and client. Last but not least Nick and Erin talk about future guests that will be on the podcast this year! 

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Nick: @bulletproof_strength_systems

Erin: @ern_maxx

In this episode we cover a pleather of training questions; including: best exercises to increase your bench press, how to workout while injured, what all is included if you decide to work with bulletproof strength systems, etc..

In this episode we touch base on what we've been up to since the last episode in March. We talk about overcoming covid, meet prep for Erin, business and life adventures, and importance of relationships with others and God.