Episodes
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251 - Jason Khalipa on the AMRAP Mentality
The Barbell Life addOn this episode, we talk with CrossFit OG Jason Khalipa all about the AMRAP mentality, motivation, focus - and a solid dose of reality on what it takes to be successful in owning a gym.
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250 - Project Stronger Jamaica with Phil Tremblay
The Barbell Life addOn this episode, we talk with Phil Tremblay of Stronger Experts about his initiative to work with some incredible athletes from the country of Jamaica. We also talk about speed and velocity based training.
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249 - Training for Speed and the NFL Combine with Jimmy and Charlene Lamour
The Barbell Life addOn this episode, Jimmy and Charlene Lamour join us to talk about the finer points of training for speed and agility - particularly when it comes to the NFL combine.
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248 - Crazy Stories and Debates with Sean Waxman
The Barbell Life addOn this episode, Coach Sean Waxman joins us to talk about recent debates in weightlifting - as well as some crazy stories about his life growing up in New York.
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247 - Your Questions Answered
The Barbell Life addOn this episode, we get to your questions on bench pressing, strengthening the first pull, squatting every day, fasted training, tactical athlete training, breaking through plateaus, butt wink, and more!
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246 - Athletic Performance Science with Tim Suchomel
The Barbell Life addOn this episode, professor and strength coach Tim Suchomel joins us to talk about force absorption, power production, loading protocols, velocity, and more.
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245 - Matt Bergeron Brings Science to the Squat Debate
The Barbell Life addOn this episode, Matt Bergeron joins us to perhaps lay Twitter debates to rest as he shares the current research on the safety of the squat. We also talk about ways to bulletproof athletes and keep them engaged.
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244 - Tony Gentilcore
The Barbell Life addOn this episode, we talk with strength coach Tony Gentilcore. He's been in the strength game for years and years - so we talk about his journey, business insights, training philosophies, and more.
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243 - The Good, the Bad, and the Future of Functional Fitness with James Fitzgerald
The Barbell Life addOn this episode, we talk again with James Fitzgerald. We get into the recent changes with CrossFit, what CrossFit does well, what CrossFit doesn't do well - and how James wants to get functional fitness into the Olympics for 2028.
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242 - The Controversial Beauty of Female Athletes with Sarah Davies
The Barbell Life addOn this episode, we talk once again with Sarah Davies - international-level weightlifter and international-level beauty pageant contestant. Recently some pageant organizers tried to prevent her from taking the stage in the swimsuit competition because they said she was too muscular. So we talk about the crazy standards out there... plus tons on Sarah's goals and training as a weightlifter.
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241 - Jim Wendler on Training High Schoolers (Part 2)
The Barbell Life addJim Wendler joins us for the second part of his interview - and this episode talks about his current project and love: coaching high school football players. In a world where coaches are grinding kids into dust, Jim is taking a simple approach that doesn't break the kids down and doesn't go that heavy. But he's getting results! Listen in to hear all about it.
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240 - Jim Wendler (Part 1)
The Barbell Life addOn this episode, we talk with the man, the myth, the legend - Jim Wendler. He created the 5/3/1 system, lifted at Westside Barbell, and was one of the original employees at EliteFTS. So we talk about all of that and the lessons that Jim learned along the way.
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239 - CrossFit and Gaining Muscle with Dave Lipson
The Barbell Life addOn this episode, we talk with Dave Lipson. He's been in the CrossFit game for a while and is now working to combine CrossFit with some bodybuilding influences. And not to mention - he is hilarious and this podcast is a blast to listen to!
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238 - NSCA Coach of the Year Jason Spray
The Barbell Life addOn this episode we are joined by one of the NSCA Coaches of the Year, Jason Spray. We get into training different energy systems, how he gets his kids ready for battle, and his career advice for strength coaches.
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237 - Kelly Starrett of MobilityWOD
The Barbell Life addOn this episode, we are joined by Kelly Starrett, creator of MobilityWOD and author of "Becoming a Supple Leopard." Kelly is a renowned expert on movement and mobility - so we get to talk to him about all aspects of movement and staying healthy.
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236 - Reflexive Performance Reset with JL Holdsworth
The Barbell Life addOn this episode, we talk to JL Holdsworth about Westside Barbell, injury, business... and how he helped Dave Tate boost his squat by 90 pounds in only three days with RPR.
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235 - Getting Jacked with Brandon Warren
The Barbell Life addOn this episode we are joined by Brandon Warren - a successful local bodybuilder who is killing it. We talk about what his training looks like, contest prep, and training for muscle vs. strength.
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234 - Integrated Periodization with Dr. Scott Howell
The Barbell Life addOn this episode, we talk with the inspiring and intelligent Scott Howell. We get deep into the science of periodization and how to think long-term about all aspects of fitness.
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233 - Metabolic Flexibility with Mike Nelson
The Barbell Life addOn this episode, we are joined by Dr. Mike Nelson to talk about metabolic flexibility, insulin, caffeine, and prepping for a meet.
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232 - Colin Iwanski on Upping Your Mental Game
The Barbell Life addOn this episode, we talk with Colin Iwanski - the sports psychologist for USAW. The mental game is such a crucial part of performing and competing at a high level - whether that's sports or business or life. The mental edge can take some lifters from average to world class - so listen in as Colin breaks it all down for us.
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