In this episode, Kelly, Dave, Bobby and Monica dive into burnout. Whether you're a coach or an athlete, burnout can hit hard and recognising how to manage this is key.

Topics covered:

•  What is burnout and how does it show up in sport?
•  Common causes of burnout for both athletes and coaches
•  Personal stories as a coach and athlete  
•  How to manage burnout as a coach and with your athletes
•  Practical tips to stay consistent, avoid overwhelm, and maintain long-term progress in powerlifting

In this episode, Kelly, Dave, Bobby and Monica dive into this technical lift and explore:

• What defines a bench press specialist?

• How bench dominance affects squat & deadlift and how to deal with this through programming 

• Common struggles bench specialists face

• Biomechanics that tie into bench pressing

In this episode, Kelly, Dave, Bobby, and Monica dive into the recent IPF knee sleeve rule changes and what it means for lifters around the world.

They kick off by sharing their initial reactions and how the news has impacted them and their athletes across different regions. From confusion to frustration, they reflect on the immediate response within the powerlifting community.

Topics covered:

• How the ban affects lifters who rely on stiff sleeves
• What it means for equipment brands and the future of supportive gear
• Whether programming needs to change for athletes impacted by the ban
• Managing knee pain for lifters who have heavily relied on stiff sleeves to squat pain-free
• Coaching strategies for athletes transitioning to approved sleeves

In this episode, Kelly, Dave, and Bobby sit down to chat about their journey building and running a coaching business—from the early days to where they are now.

They dive into:

• How they built their systems and processes
• Lessons from their first few clients and programs
• The challenges (and wins) that came with growth
• How they approach social media and building a brand
• What they’ve learned about balancing coaching, content, and business

Whether you're a coach looking to grow your own business or just curious about what happens behind the scenes, this episode gives an honest look at the evolution of a coaching team.

In this episode, Kelly, Dave and Bobby dive into the key lessons they've learned from game day coaching—both the fundamentals and the more advanced areas.

They go into detail about the importance of communication with your athlete, warm-up timing, adapting under pressure and staying level headed as a coach. Through deep reflection on their own experiences, they share more than just basic game day tips but methods to improve the skill of game day coaching. 

Whether you’re new to game day or looking to sharpen your edge, this episode is packed with insights to help you show up as a coach on game day.

Join coaches Kelly Mann and David Hoffman as they explore the ever-evolving world of coaching in powerlifting. 

Last episode they spoke about their mindset shifts in ascending sets and how they analyse data. In this episode, they expand more on what they have changed their mind on in powerlifting coaching from their peaking strategies to their reflections on programming secondary and primary days.

Join coaches Kelly Mann and David Hoffman as they explore the ever-evolving world of strength coaching. 

In this episode, they break down key mindset shifts, training methodologies, and the decisions that shape their coaching approach. From rethinking the role of ascending sets to analysing athlete data, they share insights, experiences, and practical takeaways to help lifters and coaches refine their training strategies.

Tune in for a fresh look at what drives progress in powerlifting.

What makes one powerlifter different to another when it comes to competition? You might be thinking about the key building blocks - nutrition, programming, recovery, rehabilitation and hydration all coming to mind. 

But have you thought about your own psychology?

What are the thoughts, beliefs and attitudes which are guiding you in this sport? What's the thing that might give you that 1% edge over the next competitor? How do you approach your training sessions and competition? And even better yet - how do you manage things when something doesn't go well? 

Tune in on this episode of Coach Chat where Bobby Tan and David Hoffman, coaches here at Performotion, discuss the above topics and give you keys to maximising your own psychology when it comes to powerlifting.

In this episode, Tom Haynes and Bobby Tan dive deep into the world of injuries, exploring both chronic and acute cases. They discuss why injuries happen in the first place, common mistakes that can lead to their development, and how to recognise early warning signs. More importantly, they share actionable strategies to stop injuries from getting worse and the mindset shifts needed to manage setbacks effectively. Whether you're a lifter, coach, or just looking to stay pain-free, this episode is packed with practical advice to keep you training for the long term. Tune in and learn how to lift smart! 

In this episode, coaches Bobby Tan and Tarrin Wilson sit down to discuss the nuances of Rate of Perceived Exertion (RPE)-based training. 

A common rule of thumb is that an athlete's rated RPE should correspond with Reps in Reserve (RIR), i.e. RPE 7 means you've got 3 reps left. But what happens to RPE on different lifts? How do you account for RPE differences in a technical movement like a bench press compared to a conventional deadlift? What are the things you need to keep in mind when you're thinking about your athlete and their subjective RPE?

Tarrin and Bobby go through the lessons learnt in their years of coaching a range of athletes and share it in this podcast. Whether you're a coach or athlete, you're guaranteed to takeaway some keys in this podcast to help optimise your training.