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THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK! episodes
- Episode CVIII: Shaaf Syed | I'm Giving My Heart To Weightlifting
Welcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!
On this episode James welcomes Shaaf Syed (@taco.shaaf) back to the show! Shaaf discusses taking days for himself for mental health and to reset, a breakdown of his mental approach to lifting and how it translates to life outside the gym, changing his physical approach to big lifts and adapting it in the moment, the role music plays in his training, being driven to be better as a weightlifter, setting 30 new personal records since January 1st, reflections on the challenges of training over the last year, advice for lifters who are feeling impatient waiting for results from their training, why he seeks out extra training, his performance at the ACBC Spring Cleaning weightlifting meet, how he is able to lift and find success in high pressure situations, and observing Ramadan while continuing to train for a meet, balance work and everyday life.
Thank you for listening.
Enjoy!
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@thebarbellstrikesback | @jamesamcdermott | @albanycrossfit | @albanycrossfitbarbellclub
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Song: The Mandalorian Theme (Metal Version)
Music provided by Mat Graham of Artificial Fear
Listen to Artificial Fear on Spotify & iTunes
Subscribe & Watch: https://youtu.be/Wa6j9QqkaQE
1 hr 39 min - Episode CVII: 2012 Albany CrossFit Tri-State Throwdown
Welcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!
On this episode James discusses one of his first CrossFit competitions: the 2012 Albany CrossFit Tri-State Throwdown. This event was held at Albany CrossFit in Albany, NY on February, 11th 2012. On the show James reads from a blog he wrote years ago recapping his experience, fills in some details that were left out of the article, and offers some lessons that can be learned from mistakes he made as a novice CrossFitter.
Original Blog Article with Photos: https://trainingwithjames.wordpress.com/competitions/01-11-2012-tri-state-trowdown/
Thank you for listening.
Enjoy!
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If you enjoyed the show please consider leaving a review and 5-star rating.
@thebarbellstrikesback | @jamesamcdermott | @albanycrossfit | @albanycrossfitbarbellclub
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Song: The Mandalorian Theme (Metal Version)
Music provided by Mat Graham of Artificial Fear
Listen to Artificial Fear on Spotify & iTunes
Subscribe & Watch: https://youtu.be/Wa6j9QqkaQE
39 min - Episode CVI: Discussing CrossFit with Emely
Welcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!
On this episode James welcomes Emely Banguero-Hurtado (@emelybanguero) back to the show! First, the two talk about Emely's experience at her first weightlifting meet. Then, Emely practices being an interviewer by asking James questions on CrossFit methodology. The topics include the 10 General Physical Skills, the relationship between health and fitness, training for technique and intensity, threshold training, the Zone diet, why measuring food is important, the benefits of recovery, common mistakes in CrossFit programming, and why working on weaknesses is important.
The CrossFit Level 1 handbook is a free resource available to the public on CrossFit's website.
Click here to access it: http://library.crossfit.com/free/pdf/CFJ_English_Level1_TrainingGuide.pdf
Thank you for listening.
Enjoy!
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If you enjoyed the show please consider leaving a review and 5-star rating.
@thebarbellstrikesback | @jamesamcdermott | @albanycrossfit | @albanycrossfitbarbellclub
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Song: The Mandalorian Theme (Metal Version)
Music provided by Mat Graham of Artificial Fear
Listen to Artificial Fear on Spotify & iTunes
Subscribe & Watch: https://youtu.be/Wa6j9QqkaQE
1 hr 53 min - Episode CV: ACBC Spring Cleaning Recap
Welcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!
On this episode James welcomes Frank Ford (@frank_ford_) to the show! The two recap the weightlifting meet hosted by the Albany CrossFit Barbell Club on Saturday, March 27th 2021. They give shout outs to the gyms, guest athletes, and all the volunteers who helped make it an awesome event. Frank and James also discuss lessons the they learned from fellow ACBC team member performances, team results, lifting technique, weightlifting programming, running a weightlifting meet, and Frank coaching at a meet for the first time.
"WWE Promos" discussed during the conversation:
Bad News Jo: https://www.instagram.com/p/CMw6TmPJTtQ/
Killer Cat: https://www.instagram.com/p/CMzgcA-p33k/
Thank you for listening.
Enjoy!
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If you enjoyed the show please consider leaving a review and 5-star rating.
@thebarbellstrikesback | @jamesamcdermott | @albanycrossfit | @albanycrossfitbarbellclub | @crossfitsona
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Song: The Mandalorian Theme (Metal Version)
Music provided by Mat Graham of Artificial Fear
Listen to Artificial Fear on Spotify & iTunes
Subscribe & Watch: https://youtu.be/Wa6j9QqkaQE
2 hr 17 min - Episode CIV: Emely Banguero-Hurtado
Welcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!
On this episode James welcomes Emely Banguero-Hurtado (@emelybanguero) to the show! Emely discusses pursuing a degree in business management with a concentration in sports management, mistakes gyms make with their marketing, owning her dream gym and the services she would offer, interning at Albany CrossFit, her experiences with CrossFit, training for her first weightlifting meet, her mindset as a competitor, dealing with losing in team and individual sports, and much more!
Thank you for listening.
Enjoy!
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If you enjoyed the show please consider leaving a review and 5-star rating.
@thebarbellstrikesback | @jamesamcdermott | @albanycrossfit | @albanycrossfitbarbellclub
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Song: The Mandalorian Theme (Metal Version)
Music provided by Mat Graham of Artificial Fear
Listen to Artificial Fear on Spotify & iTunes
Subscribe & Watch: https://youtu.be/Wa6j9QqkaQE
1 hr 19 min - Episode CIII: Chris Smith | Metropolitan LWC President
Welcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!
On this episode James welcomes Chris Smith (@longislandweightlifting) to the show! Chris discusses how he entered the sport of weightlifting 30 years ago, training at Lost Battalion Hall Weightlifting, historical figures in NY weightlifting such as Rudy Sablo, Larry Mintz, and Nick Curry, the history of the Metropolitan LWC (@metropolitan_weightlifting), coaching and programming for beginners, correcting technique issues on the snatch and clean and jerk, his experiences in competition, his best training lifts, advice for someone doing their first weightlifting meet, and the upcoming NY State Weightlifting Championships.
Register now open for the New York State Weightlifting Championships!
- Date: October 23rd & 24th.
- Location: Auburn, New York
- Who: Anyone can compete in this event.
- Registration: CLICK HERE!
Thank you for listening.
Enjoy!
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If you enjoyed the show please consider leaving a review and 5-star rating.
@thebarbellstrikesback | @jamesamcdermott | @albanycrossfit | @albanycrossfitbarbellclub
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Song: The Mandalorian Theme (Metal Version)
Music provided by Mat Graham of Artificial Fear
Listen to Artificial Fear on Spotify & iTunes
Subscribe & Watch: https://youtu.be/Wa6j9QqkaQE
2 hr 48 min - Date: October 23rd & 24th.
- Episode CII: Jesse Miner | Iron and Faith Fitness
Welcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!
On this episode James welcomes Jesse Miner (@ironandfaithfitness) to the show! Jesse discusses his experiences in being a trainer in the fitness industry for 15 years and a co-pastor for 10 years, his mission with Iron and Faith Fitness, the meaning behind "Stronger in Christ, Stronger in Strength", how a person can improve their relationship with their faith and spirituality, what it means to have good spiritual health, having empathy towards other people, and the similarities shared between training through physical activity and working hard to improve one's relationship with their faith.
For easy reference, below are scripture references to personal health and physical training that Jesse discussed on the show:
- “Therefore I do not run like someone running aimlessly; I do not fight like a boxer beating the air." - 1 Corinthians 9:26
- “Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; you were bought at a price. Therefore honor God with your bodies.” -1 Corinthians 6:19-20
- “For physical training is of some value, but godliness has value for all things, holding promise for both the present life and the life to come.” - 1 Timothy 4:8
- “No discipline seems pleasant at the time, but painful. Later on, however, it produces a harvest of righteousness and peace for those who have been trained by it.” - Hebrews 12:11
- “Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because, having stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love him.” - James 1:12 NIV
- “Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it.” - Proverbs 4:23
For those interested in learning more about Jesse's mission and volunteer work visit: www.berkshiredreamcenter.org.
Thank you for listening.
Enjoy!
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If you enjoyed the show please consider leaving a review and 5-star rating.
@thebarbellstrikesback | @jamesamcdermott | @albanycrossfit | @albanycrossfitbarbellclub
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Song: The Mandalorian Theme (Metal Version)
Music provided by Mat Graham of Artificial Fear
Listen to Artificial Fear on Spotify & iTunes
Subscribe & Watch: https://youtu.be/Wa6j9QqkaQE
1 hr 55 min - Episode CI: Dr. Joshua Brown
Welcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!
On this episode James welcomes Dr. Joshua Brown (@sciencebasedchiro) to the show! Dr. Josh discusses his time as a student at SUNY Cortland, his science based approach to chiropractic care and weightlifting training, starting a private practice, competing in weightlifting, his best career lifts to date, coaching at the 2016 University World Championships for Team USA, interning under Jared Enderton, and thoughts on the impact of social media on sports medicine and coaching.
Dr. Josh's (@joshbrown14) office can be found inside Swagler Strength & Performance (@swaglerstrength) located in Auburn, New York.
Learn more about his services at www.sciencebased.net.
Thank you for listening.
Enjoy!
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If you enjoyed the show please consider leaving a review and 5-star rating.
@thebarbellstrikesback | @jamesamcdermott | @albanycrossfit | @albanycrossfitbarbellclub
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Song: The Mandalorian Theme (Metal Version)
Music provided by Mat Graham of Artificial Fear
Listen to Artificial Fear on Spotify & iTunes
Subscribe & Watch: https://youtu.be/Wa6j9QqkaQE
2 hr 1 min - Episode C: Joanna Toman
Welcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!
On this episode James welcomes Joanna Toman (@lilyv81) to the show! Joanna discusses what it's like living with someone obsessed with weightlifting, training considerations for introverts, working as a registered nurse in a psychiatric hospital, memorable experiences at Albany CrossFit and weightlifting meets throughout the years, her experience doing her first weightlifting meet, a renewed commitment to training, advice for introverts looking to do their first competition, and much more!
Thank you for listening.
Enjoy!
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If you enjoyed the show please consider leaving a review and 5-star rating.
@thebarbellstrikesback | @jamesamcdermott | @albanycrossfit | @albanycrossfitbarbellclub
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Song: The Mandalorian Theme (Metal Version)
Music provided by Mat Graham of Artificial Fear
Listen to Artificial Fear on Spotify & iTunes
Subscribe & Watch: https://youtu.be/Wa6j9QqkaQE
1 hr 35 min - Episode XCIX: 2021 North American Open Series 1 Recap
Welcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!
On this episode James welcomes Albany CrossFit Barbell Club team members Renée Mihail (@rmmihail) and Haley Hahn (@haleyth12) to discuss their experiences competing in the 2021 North American Open Series 1. The AO1 was the first of its kind by featuring both in person and online competition via ZOOM. James, Renée, and Haley discuss their individual thoughts on the event, competition results, coaching through ZOOM, how the event was organized, things that they learned, what they could do to be better for the next competition, and much more!
Special thank you again to ACBC team members Shaaf and Miguel for loading and helping out during both lifting sessions.
Thank you for listening.
Enjoy!
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If you enjoyed the show please consider leaving a review and 5-star rating.
@thebarbellstrikesback | @jamesamcdermott | @albanycrossfit | @albanycrossfitbarbellclub
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Song: The Mandalorian Theme (Metal Version)
Music provided by Mat Graham of Artificial Fear
Listen to Artificial Fear on Spotify & iTunes
Subscribe & Watch: https://youtu.be/Wa6j9QqkaQE
1 hr 27 min
About THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!
From the publisher's feed
Hosted by James McDermott, THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK! is a podcast of interviews and solo shows on coaching and training.
James (@jamesamcdermott) holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology from SUNY Cortland. He is a multi-book author, L3 CrossFit Trainer, USA Weightlifting Level 2 Coach, and long-time Head Coach at Albany CrossFit. James's goals are to share the knowledge gained from the last 15 years of his career, learn from amazing guest, and motivate others to be better.
Feedback = growth. Please send any comments or questions to James. If you like what you hear share the show!
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