Welcome to Episode 4 of the Totten Talks podcast, where hosts, Leo Totten and Cait Finn as they dive into a rich tapestry of weightlifting stories, Olympic highlights, and personal experiences in this engaging episode of Totten Talks.

• 2024 Olympics Recap - U.S. team's success and the role of social media in increasing exposure.
• Weightlifting Evolution - Differences between weightlifting and powerlifting, and the sport's growth.
• 1984 Olympics - Leo's role as a researcher for ABC.
• 1996 & 2004 Olympic Experiences- Memorable moments as the team leader, including narrow escapes and interactions with past legends.
• Women's Inclusion in the Olympics - Milestones and impacts on team sizes.
• An Argument for Bringing Back Olympic Trials - Role in providing exposure and opportunities for athletes.
• Mentorship and Historical Knowledge - Learning from past experiences to guide new athletes and coaches.

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Welcome to Episode 3 of the Totten Talks podcast, where hosts Leo Totten and Cait Finn delve into the profound impact of mental training on athletic performance. With a combined experience of over 70 years in weightlifting, strength, and conditioning, Leo and Cait discuss the often-overlooked but crucial aspect of mental training in sports.

In this episode, Leo recounts his personal journey into mental training, from his early days as a competitive weightlifter to discovering the transformative power of visualization and positive affirmations. His story, influenced by a serendipitous meeting with a sports psychologist, underscores the importance of integrating mental practices with physical training.

• Introduction to the Totten Talks podcast and hosts
• Discussion on the importance of mental training in sports
• Benefits of positive affirmations and mindset for athletes
• Leo Totten's personal experience with mental training and visualization
• Adaptation and practice of mental training techniques for weightlifting
• The interplay of mental training across different sports
• Development and customization of mental training tools by Totten Training
• Upcoming availability of the "Mental Training for Olympic Lifting" audio download on the Totten Training website.

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Welcome back to another exciting episode of the Totten Talks podcast! In this episode, your hosts, Leo Totten and Cait Finn, take you on an inspiring journey through the lifting legacies and life lessons that have shaped Leo’s remarkable career. Today, we’ll dive into some of the most memorable firsts in Leo's weightlifting journey, from his earliest jobs to the heights of the Olympics. Whether you're an aspiring lifter, a seasoned athlete, or simply someone who loves a good story, this episode has something for everyone!

In this episode Leo and Cait talk about:

• Leo’s First Job
• First Weightlifting Set Purchase
• First Weightlifting Competition
• First USA Shirt and Gear
• Olympic Trials As An Athlete & Coach
• First World Championships
• First Olympics
• Advice for Aspiring Lifters

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In the debut episode of the Totten Talks podcast, hosts Leo Totten and Cait Finn introduce themselves, discuss the origins and purpose of the podcast, and share personal anecdotes about their journey in weightlifting, coaching, and sports performance. They dive into their motivation for starting the podcast and outline what listeners can expect in future episodes.

• Introduction to Totten Talks
• Leo & Cait discuss vision and excitement for starting podcast.
• “Keep Good Company” Motto
• The Story of Cait and Leo’s Professional Relationship:
• Legacy and Staying True to Values:
• Clarification of East Coast Gold vs. Totten Training Systems:
• What we can expect from Season 1. 

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