The Strength Athlete Podcast

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The Strength Athlete Podcast covers strength training and specifically competitive powerlifting. Join us as we talk about the various pertinent subjects and their practical implications.

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The Strength Athlete Podcast episodes:

09.14.2022
Episode 39: Karl Eagleman of Whiteboard Daily - The World of Athlete Cueing
Today we spoke with Karl Eagleman who created the Instagram channel Whiteboard Daily, growing to 345,000 followers. On this channel and in his book, Karl shares internal and external cues, athlete analogies and words of wisdom from coaches spanning powerlifting,...
12.28.2021
Episode 38: Oliver Caitlin
Oliver Catlin is the president of BSCG, the Banned Substances Control Group, one of the largest certification and testing companies in the world for supplements, ingredient suppliers, manufacturing facilities, teams, leagues, and athletes who want to verify that something is...
01.17.2021
Episode 37: Maximizing Your Training
In this episode Eric, Bryce, and Hani come together to discuss optimizing the relationship between coaches and athletes from both perspectives, and how improving this exchange can lead to better training. The Strength Athlete Podcast is brought to you by SBD-USA. www.SBD-USA.com www.TheStrengthAthlete.com
12.01.2020
Episode 36: The Value of Coaching
In this Episode Joe Stanek, Eric Bodhorn, Bryce Lewis, and Hani Jazayrli have a discussion on the value of coaching from several perspectives as athletes, coaches, and consumers. The Strength Athlete Podcast is brought to you by SBD-USA. www.SBD-USA.com www.TheStrengthAthlete.com
11.30.2020
Episode 35: Examining Intermediate Vs. Advanced Athletes
In this episode Hani Jazayrli, Eric Bodhorn, Joe Stanek, and Bryce Lewis come together to discuss some of the uncommonly viewed differences between intermediate and advanced level athletes as well as the nuance of training, coaching, and working with them....
04.23.2020
Episode 34: COVID Training Q&A
In this episode, the team comes together to answer some listener submitted questions regarding training during a time with no gym access. Also covered are some of the concepts related to returning to training when access to gyms is once...
04.09.2020
Episode 33: Deload Roundtable
In this episode Hani, Eric, Bryce, and Joe discuss the uses and practical applications of deloads in training. This includes the how and when of their application, as well as some ideas of how to implement them specifically. Be sure...
03.21.2020
Episode 32: Discussing Stimulants with Ben Esgro
In this episode Hani, Eric, and Bryce are joined by Ben Esgro to discuss caffeine & other stimulants as well as some of the science behind them. Ben is responsible for the research and formulations for DeNovo Nutrition and has...
02.21.2020
Episode 31: Applying Sports Psychology with Hugh Gilmore
In this episode, Hugh Gilmore joins Hani and Bryce to discuss sports psychology, his experience, and some applications in powerlifting. The Strength Athlete Podcast is brought to you by SBD-USA. www.SBD-USA.com www.TheStrengthAthlete.com
10.28.2019
Episode 30: Learning from Pain Science
In this episode Bryce, Eric, and Hani are joined by the creator of PainScience.com, Paul Ingraham. We discuss several concepts related to pain, injury, rehabilitation, and more. The Strength Athlete Podcast is brought to you by SBD-USA. www.SBD-USA.com www.TheStrengthAthlete.com
10.02.2019
Episode 29: Are You Ready to Compete? (+ Free Stuff!)
In this episode; Eric, Hani, Joe, and Bryce come together to discuss some of the most common objections presented by novices and seasoned trainees when it comes to participating in powerlifting competitions. They also discuss some of the new freebies...
01.30.2019
Episode 28: Supplementation for Strength Athletes with Eric Trexler, Ph.D.
In this episode, Eric Trexler joins us to discuss the pros and cons of various supplements for strength athletes. We go over what the recent research tells us about the usage and performance outcomes of caffeine, creatine, beta-alanine, citrulline...
01.17.2019
Episode 27: Performance Dieting with Dr. Mike Israetel
In this episode, Dr. Mike Israetel joins us to go over key nutrition factors that can improve performance outcomes for strength athletes. We discuss dieting strategies to make competition weight, off-season weight gain/loss phases, individual differences, and more. ...
01.02.2019
Episode 26: Training Q&A
In this episode the TSA coaches catch up on what's been going on lately and answer an array of questions centered around optimizing training. The Strength Athlete Podcast is brought to you by SBD-USA. www.SBD-USA.com www.TheStrengthAthlete.com
09.26.2018
Episode 25: Are you an Individual Snowflake?
In this episode, the TSA coaching staff gets together to discuss individual differences in training. We debate on how much individualization needs to go into program design, and what we can do to ensure we're setting ourselves up for...
06.27.2018
Episode 24: Discussing Tainted Supplements and Risk Factors
In this episode Eric, Hani, and Joe are joined by Derek Charlebois to discuss tainted supplements and potential risks that athletes are facing. Derek, the founder of PR-Breaker Nutrition, is a pro bodybuilder, competitive powerlifter, and veteran of the supplement...
06.08.2018
Episode 23: Self-Limiting Variations & IPF Raw Worlds Chat with Bryce Krawczyk
In this episode, Bryce Krawczyk joins Eric, Bryce, and Hani to discuss how to implement self-limiting variations in a training plan. We go over when and why certain variations might be useful and also give a brief preview of...
04.13.2018
Episode 22: Emerging Strategies with Mike Tuchscherer
In this episode, Mike Tuchscherer joins Bryce, Eric, and Hani to discuss the concept of emerging strategies in powerlifting programming. We challenge Mike on some of his ideas and talk about how and why this adaptive system can be...
03.12.2018
Episode 21: Sleep Strategies for Athletes with Nick Littlehales
In this episode, author Nick Littlehales joins Eric, Hani, and Joe to discuss his book on sleep strategies for athletes. We go over ways to improve quality of sleep and recovery based on character traits and personality types. ...
02.17.2018
Episode 20: John Kiely on Stress & Periodization Concepts
In this episode, John Kiely joins Bryce, Chris, and Eric to discuss changes in periodization concepts and how different stress factors can influence an athlete's training plan. The Strength Athlete Podcast is brought to you by SBD-USA. www.SBD-USA.com www.TheStrengthAthlete.com
12.02.2017
Episode 19: Overreaching Strategies with Dr. Mike Zourdos
In this episode, Dr. Zourdos joins Bryce, Eric, and Hani to discuss the idea of overreaching in powerlifting training. We talk about the underlying concepts and how to apply it most effectively. The Strength Athlete Podcast is brought...
11.17.2017
Episode 18: Q&A
In this episode, Eric, Hani, Chris, and Joe answer a variety of training and nutrition questions. The Strength Athlete Podcast is brought to you by SBD-USA. www.SBD-USA.com www.TheStrengthAthlete.com
10.23.2017
Episode 17: Talking Recovery with Alberto Nunez
In this episode, Alberto Nunez joins Bryce, Eric, and Hani to discuss some of the important variables in recovery to optimize performance. We touch on topics that are often overlooked in powerlifting including nutrition, sleep, hydration, stress management, and...
09.26.2017
Episode 16: 2017 Raw Nationals Preview
In this episode Hani, Eric, Bryce, and Chris get together to discuss the outlook of all Open classes for the upcoming 2017 USAPL Raw National Championships in Orlando, Florida. We breakdown some of the key match-ups and what to...
08.24.2017
Episode 15: A Practical Discussion on Weight Cutting with Reid Reale
In this episode Hani, Bryce, and Joe are joined by Reid Reale to discuss some of the apsects of cutting weight as it applies to powerlifting. Reid holds a Ph.D. in nutritional sciences and is the senior scientist with the...
07.21.2017
Episode 14: Discussing the Makings of Elite Athletes with Brofessor Eric Helms
In this episode, Eric Helms joins us to talk about developing elite athletes. We cover a lot of topics including genetics, general athletic development, sustainability, volume management, performance expectations, and body-weight settling ranges. Please subscribe to our channel and leave...
06.09.2017
Episode 13: IPF Classic (Raw) World Championship Preview
In this episode Eric, Hani, and Joe are joined by JP Cauchi to preview the upcoming IPF Classic World Championships in Minsk, Belarus. We break down what to watch for in each weight class and give our predictions for...
05.23.2017
Episode 12: Q&A with Silent Mike
Silent Mike joins Eric, Hani, and Bryce to answer questions submitted from listeners and catch us up on what's been going on in his life. Topics covered include training, nutrition, and burger flipping. Please subscribe to our channel and leave...
05.07.2017
Episode 11: Addressing Weaknesses with Mike Tuchscherer
In this episode, Mike Tuchscherer joins us to discuss weak point assessment in each lift and the various exercise selection strategies to address those issues. We also go over some of the findings from the recent Project Momentum programming experiment. Please...
04.27.2017
Episode 10: Let's Talk about Sport Psychology
In this episode, Dr. Richard Keegan, a sports psychology professor with the University of Canberra, joins us to discuss some of the psychological challenges that a lifter may face in their powerlifting journey. We go over how to address these...
04.15.2017
Episode 9: Let's Talk about Peaking
In this episode coaches Eric, Hani, and Bryce are joined by Coach Brian Minor to discuss the intricacies and theories of peaking for powerlifting. Find out some of the keys to maximizing your own meet performance. Please subscribe to our channel...
04.09.2017
Episode 8: Talking Equipped and Raw Powerlifting with IPF World Champion Preston Turner
In this episode, IPF World Champion Preston Turner joins us to talk about raw and equipped lifting. We talk about his recent transition to competing raw, as well as his thoughts on both disciplines. Be sure to subscribe and leave...
03.10.2017
Episode 7: Q&A (It Depends)
In this episode, the coaches (Eric, Hani, Bryce, and Joe) answer questions related to programming, cutting, tapering, sport psychology, and much more. You can pre-order shirts to support Team TSA traveling to Minsk here: http://thestrengthathlete.com/tshirts/ipfchampionshiptee Be sure to subscribe and leave us...
02.24.2017
Episode 6: Arnold Preview and Q&A
In this episode coaches Eric, Hani, Bryce, and Joe discuss the upcoming Arnold Sports Festival events as well as answering some submitted questions. Be sure to subscribe and leave us a 5-star rating if you are enjoying the podcast! The Strength Athlete...
01.27.2017
Episode 5: Training Talk with Greg Nuckols
In this episode Greg Nuckols joins us to discuss various training topics including base building, work capacity, speed work, and force production. Greg shares his favorite beer selections and explains why taking time away from serious training could be beneficial...
01.05.2017
Episode 4: Learning from Our Mistakes
All of the TSA coaches get together in this episode to discuss mistakes they've made over the course of their training careers and how they've learned from those mistakes. Be sure to subscribe and leave us a 5-star rating if you...
12.22.2016
Episode 3: Injury & Recovery, Featuring Dr. Quinn Henoch
In this episode we discuss the many facets of dealing with injury, breakdown various recovery interventions, and outline athlete habits for quality training and optimized performance. Be sure to subscribe and leave us a 5-star rating if you are enjoying the...
11.09.2016
Episode 2: Long Term Planning and Periodization
In this episode of The Strength Athlete Podcast Eric, Hani, Bryce, Chris, and Joe discuss the importance of long term planning, how it can affect periodization, and how we deal with some of these issues for our clients and ourselves. Be...
10.29.2016
Episode 1: USA Powerlifting Raw Nationals Recap
In our first episode coaches Bryce, Eric, and Hani recap their time spent coaching and competing at USA Powerlifting Raw Nationals.
10.26.2016
Episode 1: USA Powerlifting Raw Nationals Recap
In our first episode coaches Bryce, Eric, and Hani recap their time spent coaching and competing at USA Powerlifting Raw Nationals. Be sure to subscribe and leave us a 5-star rating if you are enjoying the podcast! The Strength Athlete Podcast is...

What's The Strength Athlete Podcast about?

Download our free app to listen on your phone

The Strength Athlete Podcast episodes:

Episode 39: Karl Eagleman of Whiteboard Daily - The World of Athlete Cueing

Episode 38: Oliver Caitlin

Episode 37: Maximizing Your Training

Episode 36: The Value of Coaching

Episode 35: Examining Intermediate Vs. Advanced Athletes

Episode 34: COVID Training Q&A

Episode 33: Deload Roundtable

Episode 32: Discussing Stimulants with Ben Esgro

Episode 31: Applying Sports Psychology with Hugh Gilmore

Episode 30: Learning from Pain Science

Episode 29: Are You Ready to Compete? (+ Free Stuff!)

Episode 28: Supplementation for Strength Athletes with Eric Trexler, Ph.D.

Episode 27: Performance Dieting with Dr. Mike Israetel

Episode 26: Training Q&A

Episode 25: Are you an Individual Snowflake?

Episode 24: Discussing Tainted Supplements and Risk Factors

Episode 23: Self-Limiting Variations & IPF Raw Worlds Chat with Bryce Krawczyk

Episode 22: Emerging Strategies with Mike Tuchscherer

Episode 21: Sleep Strategies for Athletes with Nick Littlehales

Episode 20: John Kiely on Stress & Periodization Concepts

Episode 19: Overreaching Strategies with Dr. Mike Zourdos

Episode 18: Q&A

Episode 17: Talking Recovery with Alberto Nunez

Episode 16: 2017 Raw Nationals Preview

Episode 15: A Practical Discussion on Weight Cutting with Reid Reale

Episode 14: Discussing the Makings of Elite Athletes with Brofessor Eric Helms

Episode 13: IPF Classic (Raw) World Championship Preview

Episode 12: Q&A with Silent Mike

Episode 11: Addressing Weaknesses with Mike Tuchscherer

Episode 10: Let's Talk about Sport Psychology

Episode 9: Let's Talk about Peaking

Episode 8: Talking Equipped and Raw Powerlifting with IPF World Champion Preston Turner

Episode 7: Q&A (It Depends)

Episode 6: Arnold Preview and Q&A

Episode 5: Training Talk with Greg Nuckols

Episode 4: Learning from Our Mistakes

Episode 3: Injury & Recovery, Featuring Dr. Quinn Henoch

Episode 2: Long Term Planning and Periodization

Episode 1: USA Powerlifting Raw Nationals Recap

Episode 1: USA Powerlifting Raw Nationals Recap