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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 fro... more
FAQs about THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!:How many episodes does THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK! have?The podcast currently has 234 episodes available.
September 21, 2025Ep. 81 | Everyone Makes MistakesIn this episode, Miguel and James discuss topical CrossFit and Weightlifting news, making mistakes while coaching, and what is it that sets CrossFit apart from other fitness training systems (and even one gym from another)....more2h 6minPlay
September 14, 2025Ep. 80 | How you build something that lastIn this episode, Miguel and James discuss adapting vs. scaling CrossFit workouts, coaching small groups and the effort you put in, and more on coaching....more2h 2minPlay
September 07, 2025Ep. 79 | CrossFit MusingsIn this episode, Miguel and James discuss coaching new athletes in class, guiding athletes to hit the intended stimulus of a workout, using the squat rack vs. cleaning a weight from the floor in a metcon, and using the SkiErg in a metcon....more1h 55minPlay
September 01, 2025Ep. 78 | The Road to StatesIn this episode, Miguel and James discuss ACBC training and the upcoming NYS Championships....more1h 16minPlay
August 24, 2025Ep. 77 | Shatter Slam RecapIn this episode, Miguel and James recap the 2025 Shatter Slam!...more1h 47minPlay
August 16, 2025Ep. 76 | Shatter Slam PreviewIn this episode, Miguel and James discuss the upcoming Shatter Slam competition taking place on Saturday, August 23rd. They also discuss stepping outside the "Coaching Comfort Zone" by teaching new things or doing things differently to avoid routine....more1h 18minPlay
August 10, 2025Ep. 75 | Fittest In AlbanyIn this episode, Miguel and James catch up on many topics including the ADK Series I, The CrossFit Games, and starting on the road to the NYS Championships....more1h 52minPlay
July 26, 2025Ep. 74 | Game TimeIn this episode, Miguel and James discuss the upcoming CrossFit Games Week in Albany, New York. Topics include events happening at Albany CrossFit, the competition, and some discussion on recent training and coaching....more2h 9minPlay
July 06, 2025Ep. 73 | 0 to 100In this episode, Miguel and James discuss big ACBC squat PRs, adaptation to training, should CrossFit classes include consistent strength programs?...more2h 7minPlay
June 29, 2025Ep. 72 | Running 62 Miles Monthly for a RaiseIn this episode, Miguel and James discuss a company that has incentivized its employees to exercise by offering a 130% salary bonus for those who run 62 miles throughout each month. Additional topics include fueling enough for hard training, and jumping back into CrossFit classes and competitions. ...more2h 11minPlay
FAQs about THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!:How many episodes does THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK! have?The podcast currently has 234 episodes available.