Evidence Strong | Weightlifting Science
The science of Olympic weightlifting and strength sports. Join expert conversations on the latest research and coaching trends. Each episode delivers actionable, science-driven tips for enhancing power and strength training.Want more? Check out extended episodes at https://www.patreon.com/collection/119238
How Overtraining Destroys Strength (And How to Prevent It) โ with Andy Fry
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Overtraining can be a serious problem for any athlete. In this conversation, Dr Andy Fry explains how coaches can monitor, detect, and prevent overtraining to protect athlete health and performance.
After a long career in academia, including directing the Jayhawk Athletic Performance Laboratory at the University of Kansas, Andy launched Fry Sports Performance, LLC. Drawing on his experience as a coach, teacher, and researcher, Fry Sports Performance focuses on helping athletes maximise their potential. Andy also served as Vice President of the National Strength & Conditioning Associati...
Youth Weightlifting Norms: How to Tell If an Athlete Is Ahead or Behind โ Zack Gillen
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If youโve ever wondered how well your youth lifter is progressing, this interview is for you. Zack analysed data from the IWF Youth World Championships (2019โ2023), examining percentile rankings, sex differences, and weight class differences. You can compare the snatch, clean & jerk, or total directly (in kg) or using scaled values.
Zack Gillen is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Kinesiology at Mississippi State University, where he directs the Resistance Exercise Performance Lab. His lab researches non-invasive assessments of musculoskeletal adaptations to training, with a primary emphasis on...
Why Steroid Science Is More Complex Than You Think โ with Luke Pelton
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How do anabolic androgenic steroids actually work? What do we know from human studies versus animal models? And do steroids alter gene expression in skeletal muscle?
In this episode, Luke Pelton breaks down the science behind anabolic androgenic steroidsโseparating evidence from speculationโwithout hype or exaggeration.
Dr. Pelton is an Assistant Professor of Exercise Science and Human Performance Lab Coordinator at Springfield College, where his teaching and research focus on neuromuscular physiology, reproductive endocrinology, and resistance training. His work bridges clinical research and applied perfo...
Youth Weightlifting โ What Really Drives Performance? With Bartosz Malak
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What does the performance of youth Olympic weightlifters depend on? And does this relationship differ between girls and boys? In this episode, Bartosz Malak and his team discuss findings from their study of young lifters across six weightlifting clubs in Poland.
Bartosz Malak is a weightlifting coach, neurobiologist, and entrepreneur. He currently works with LKS Budowlani-Kucera and the Polish Junior Weightlifting National Team, and is the head of the weightlifting coaching program at the Poznaล University of Physical Education. He is also the founder of the Institute of Spo...
Strength Training in Pregnancy: Whatโs Actually Safe? With Katja Ungersbรถck
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Research increasingly shows that exercise โ including heavy lifting โ can be beneficial during pregnancy. But how do health professionals view strength training for pregnancy in real-world practice? Katja interviewed five healthcare professionals to explore their perspectives and uncovered several important insights.
Katja Ungersbรถck completed her Bachelorโs degree in Physiotherapy at IMC Fachhochschule Krems, Austria. She currently works at Universitรคtsklinikum Hochegg, primarily with neurological patients, and has recently completed additional training in sports physiotherapy. Outside of work, she is passionate about physical activity, including gym training, climbi...
Belt or no belt when squatting? With Yoshaun Hunter
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In this interview, Yoshaun Hunter breaks down findings from his Masterโs research comparing belted and unbelted back squats, using barbell velocity to understand how belts influence load, speed, and power. We discuss what the data means for coaches, when belt use makes sense in training, and when it may be unnecessary.
Yoshaun Hunter completed his Masterโs degree in Kinesiology at Troy University. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (NSCA) and was born and raised in Kingston, Jamaica.
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The Genetics Behind Sex Differences in Sport โ with Shanie Landen
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DSD (differences in sex development) athletes and transgender athletes are actually very different. Dr Shanie Landen explains why the two groups should not be discussed as one, how complicated the individual cases can be, and how well policies in sport reflect (or do not reflect) the biology.
Shanie has a PhD from Victoria University in Melbourne, Australia, where she investigated sex-specific epigenetic adaptations to endurance exercise training. She has authored 22 publications in the field of gene regulation. Shanie is interested in gene regulation mechanisms and the mechanisms by...
Training for the Olympics When the World Shut Down โ with Shyam Chavda
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Coaching a lifter towards the Olympics is hard. How much harder does it become when the lifter is part of a refugee team and must train through COVID?
Dr Shyam Chavda analyses the three years leading up to the Tokyo Olympics, including his plans for training and athlete monitoring, the changes made along the way, and the factors that influenced key decisions.
Shyam is the Programme Lead for the Strength & Conditioning Distance Education MSc at Middlesex University and the Lead Performance Scientist at British Weightlifti...
Why You Get Strong Again Faster After the Break (Muscle Memory Explained). With Nate Serrano
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Is muscle memory scientifically proven? And if muscle memory is real, what is the underlying mechanism? Dr. Nate Serrano explores these questions, explaining the current state of research and where the science is heading next.
Dr. Nate Serrano holds a PhD in Biology from Arizona State University and is currently a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville. His research focuses on the regulation of skeletal muscle, including muscle fiber types in relation to human performance, and the molecular regulation of muscle fibers and their role...
Whatโs Really Happening in Olympic Weightlifting? Governance, Athletes & Media โ with Brian Oliver
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What if the best part of the sport is the stories of the athletes rather than the numbers on the board? In this Evidence Strong Show episode, Brian Oliver explains why highlighting athletesโ backgrounds and voices can change how we broadcast and watch weightlifting, what was really happening in Olympic weightlifting governance within the last decade, and how media in the sport are changing.
Brian Oliver is a seasoned journalist who spent 35 years in English newspapers, including serving as sports editor of The Observer. He worked at the London...
Why Heavy Lifting Is a Must for Healthy Bones as We Age โ with Amy Harding
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Can eight months of heavy, high-load training reverse bone loss in older adults? Dr Amy Harding explains an exercise program using 80โ85% 1RM with high-impact loading, reporting 4.1% bone mass gains in older men with low bone mass. She discusses progression, safety, coaching support, and practical takeaways for coaches and clinicians.
Dr Amy Harding is a Research Fellow in the School of Allied Health, Sport and Social Work and a member of the Griffith University Bone Densitometry Research Laboratory. Her research focuses on musculoskeletal health and fracture prevention acro...
Why Male and Female Strength Differs (Genetics, Hormones, Muscle Fibres, and More) โ Shanie Landen
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Differences in sports performance are present between females and males. Why do these develop, how, and when exactly? Dr Shanie Landen explains what is known so far and what is currently being researched. The topics we cover include genetics, epigenetics, hormones, and muscle fibres and their influence on athletic performance.
Shanie has a PhD from Victoria University in Melbourne, Australia, where she investigated sex-specific epigenetic adaptations to endurance exercise training. She has authored 22 publications in the field of gene regulation. Shanie is interested in gene regulation mechan...
Behind-Neck Push Jerk for Explosive Power Training - with Mark Chiang
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How and why does Dr. Mark Chiang recommend using the behind-the-neck push jerk? Mark discusses two of his recent studies and shares practical lessons for coaches and athletes.
Dr. Chieh-Ying Chiang, also known as Mark Chiang, is an accomplished sports scientist with extensive experience in strength and conditioning. He is currently an Associate Professor in the Department of Sports Training Science-Combats at National Taiwan Sports University and also serves as the Director of the Master Strength and Conditioning Program.
Dr. Chiangโs research focuses on stre...
How Music Really Affects Lifting โ with Michael Richards
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Is music helping or hindering your lifting? EdD Michael Richards discusses available research on music and lifting.
Michael has been a strength and conditioning coach since 2017, working with youth, middle/high school, D3 college, D1 college, and professional football. He has also been a weightlifting coach since 2019, starting with T3 Barbell in Avon, Ohio, and moving to the Attitude Nation with Jon North, and a weightlifter (2025 Masters Pan American Champion (30-35 age bracket) and best lifter). He has just finished his Doctorate of Education in Kinesiology and Exe...
Lifter's Heart Explained: Normal vs Risky Changes โ with Jessica Orchard
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Dr Jessica Orchard is an Associate Professor and NHMRC Emerging Leadership Fellow at the School of Public Health, University of Sydney. She serves as Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport Plus, Associate Editor at the British Journal of Sports Medicine, and a Cardiac Research Fellow at Cricket Australia. In 2023, she was selected for the World Heart Federation Emerging Leaders Program and received the NSW Ministerial Award for Rising Stars in Cardiovascular Research.
Her research aims to improve the quality of cardiac screening prog...
Chinese Weightlifting Explained: How Athletes Are Recruited and Trained โ with Steph Gregory
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How are weightlifters in China developed and recruited? What does their day-to-day schedule look like? What support systems are in place for elite lifters? Dr. Stรฉphane Gregory breaks down training, rehabilitation, medical care, competition qualification, and more.
Dr. Stรฉphane Gregory is a Canadian chiropractor and strength and conditioning specialist with over 15 years of experience working in high-performance sport. He currently leads Sports Rehabilitation for Guangxi Province in China and consults for the Chinese Olympic Committee, supporting national teams in weightlifting, gymnastics, wrestling, and track & field. His e...
What Drives People to Weightlift for Life โ with Francois Gravelle
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Lifelong involvement in Olympic weightlifting, or any sport, is uncommon and deeply impressive. How is it that some athletes stay committed for decades? In this interview, Dr Franรงois Gravelle discusses his research into the psychological and social factors that motivate weightlifters to remain in the sport over the long term.
Franรงois Gravelle is a Professor in the School of Human Kinetics at the University of Ottawa and an Adjunct Professor at the Universitรฉ du Quรฉbec ร Trois-Riviรจres. His work focuses on how individuals sustain acti...
Weightlifting as Physical Education in High School โ with Paul Coover
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Paul has built a weightlifting-based physical education program at the high school where he teaches. In this episode, he shares his three-year journey of developing the program from the ground up.
Paul Coover is a high school athletic director and physical education teacher in San Diego, California. He is also the founder and head coach of Grey Castle Strength and Conditioning. This USA Weightlifting-affiliated club operates out of a classroom converted into a fully equipped weight room. During his time at San Diego High, the weightlifting prog...
Why Weightlifters Black Out โ with Sinead Roberts
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A weightlifterโs blackout is a rare but potentially serious issue that can affect lifting performance. Despite its impact, there is a notable lack of specific research on the topic. Dr. Sinead Roberts shares her experience in successfully managing the condition among British weightlifters.
Sinead is an SENR-registered Performance Nutritionist with a background in cell metabolism and exercise physiology. She helps both recreational and elite athletes understand their physiology and nutritional needs to optimise training, recovery, and performance. Central to her philosophy is the belief that every body i...
Why Masters Weightlifters Age Differently โ with Andrew Hatchett
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Who are Masters weightlifters โ and how do they differ from an average adult? Dr. Andrew Hatchett shares findings from his study on Masters athletes who competed at the 2021 World Weightlifting Championships in Orlando, USA.
Dr Hatchett is Professor and Chair of Exercise and Sports Science at the University of South Carolina Aiken, where he teaches exercise physiology, biomechanics, and behavior change. He also directs student research in the Human Performance Lab and mentors future professionals in allied health and applied exercise science. Dr Hatchett earned his Ph.D. in Exer...
The Warm-Up That Boosts Your Max Lift โ with Tony Blazevich
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Can a warm-up actually multiply your power in minutes, or is PAP (post-activation potentiation) mostly hype? Tony Blazevich explains how temperature, hydration, and motor-control warm-up shape a real performance boost. He discusses what fundamentals drive the biggest improvements, and debunks a few myths.
Tony Blazevich, PhD, is a Professor of Biomechanics in the School of Medical and Health Sciences and the Director of the Centre for Exercise and Sports Science Research (CESSR). His research explores how musculo-tendinous and neural factors shape movement performance and how these systems adap...
How Lifters Rehearse Success โ with Tom Smalley
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How can a lifter rehearse a perfect lift without even touching the barbell? Tom Smalley breaks down a practical mental imagery framework built on two core typesโcognitive and motivationalโand shows coaches and athletes how to identify the goal, select imagery, and script with sensory detail. You'll learn a simple, repeatable process to stay calm, sharpen focus, and perform with confidence on meet day, whether for youth lifters or pros.
Tom Smalley is the Founder of Struggle into Strength Performance, LLC. He is a Certified Mental Perform...
What Predicts Olympic Weightlifting Performance โ with Florian Venus
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Which predictor matters most for Olympic weightlifting: explosive power or muscle size? Do you track long-term training load and its outcomes? Florian Venus breaks down the findings of his study looking at jumping performance, training experience, and muscle mass in relation to weightlifting performance.
Florian Venus is a Strength & Conditioning coach from Germany, and the founder of ALPHANITAS (Health & Performance App). He holds a BSc in Sports & Exercise Science and is pursuing a Masters in Sports Science in Salzburg. He competes in Olympic weightlifting and judo.
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Overtraining vs Overreaching: Squat Protocol That Adds Kilos โ with Lee Bell
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Coaches, how do you balance productive overreaching with fatigue risk in your athletes? Can a structured 5-day back-squat protocol really lift strength after a taper, or is overtraining a warning? Lee Bell breaks down functional vs nonfunctional overreaching, taper timing, and practical coaching moves you can apply this week to sharpen performance without burning athletes out. He ties findings from a pilot study to real-world coaching decisions and highlights the variability across athletes.
Lee Bell is a Senior Lecturer in Sport and Exercise Science at Sheffield Hallam Un...
Why Skill-Based Lifting Beats Generic Strength Work โ with Emily Neff
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Coach, are you balancing power gains with ACL injury risk in adolescent female athletes? Emily Neff explains a simple, two-session-per-week system that boosted jump height by 129.7% in eight weeks and kept ground reaction forces steady. She details a phase-based progression rooted in motor learning and real-world coaching, not just percentages. Learn practical steps to implement an Olympic weightlifting-based program with your female athletes.
Emily Neff is the Owner and Program Director at Relentless Athletics, a female-focused strength and conditioning facility that has operated for 10 years, training adoles...
Cortisol and Testosterone During Weightlifting Competition โ with Ivan Perasovic
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How do you balance arousal and calm to unlock peak lifts in a real Olympic weightlifting competition? What do cortisol, testosterone, and alpha-amylase tell us about how lifters cope under pressure? Can a coach use breathing and supportive cues to optimize performance for both male and female lifters? Ivan Perasovic shares practical findings from his real-competition study and translates them into coaching tactics you can apply today.
Ivan Perasovic is an experienced Strength and Conditioning Coach with a strong background in working with elite soccer and basketball...
Which VBT Device Is Actually Accurate? With Francesco Travascio
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Are you struggling to measure barbell velocity accurately? Do you know which velocity measurement devices hold up in real-world scenarios? Whatโs the actual error margin you should expect from these tools? In this episode, we discuss the critical findings on device accuracy and explore practical applications for coaches looking to optimize their training methods.
Francesco Travascio, Ph.D. is an Associate Professor at the University of Miami, where he also serves as the director of the Musculoskeletal Biomechanics Lab. He leads research efforts at the Max Biedermann In...
Does Caffeine Actually Make You Jump Higher? With Zacharias Papadakis
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Are you maximizing your athletes' jump performance? How does caffeine really impact explosive power? Can the right dosage make a difference in training outcomes? In this episode, Dr. Zacharias Papadakis discusses the latest research on caffeine's effects on vertical jump height and what coaches need to know to apply these findings effectively in their training regimens. Discover practical insights that can elevate your coaching game!
Zacharias Papadakis is an Associate Professor of Exercise Physiology & Wellness and Director of the Human Performance Laboratory at Barry University in Miami, F...
Stronger or Just More Mature? The Surprising Truth About Youth Weightlifting โ with Steph Morris
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Are you considering maturity in your youth weightlifting program? How does biological maturity influence performance in young athletes? What methods can you use to measure maturity accurately? Discover these essential insights with Dr. Steph Morris, a leading expert in youth weightlifting performance. In this episode, we explore the critical role of assessing maturity for talent identification, training adaptations, and even competition strategies. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your coaching approach with cutting-edge research findings!
Steph is a Lecturer in Strength and Conditioning at Cardiff Metropolitan U...
Should You Use 120% Clean Pulls Before Heavy Cleans? With Shyam Chavda
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Are your athletes truly maximizing their lifts? What if a simple adjustment could enhance their performance on the platform? In this episode, we dive into the effects of post-activation potentiation on weightlifting performance and the nuances of individual responses. Could a 120% clean pull be the key or the wrong choice for your lifters? Discover the science behind these performance techniques and how to implement them effectively in your lifters.
Shyam Chavda is the Programme Lead for the MSc in Strength & Conditioning (Distance Education) at Middlesex University a...
Online coaching, does it really work? Diving into data with Jason Clarke
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Are you curious if online coaching really produces results? What factors influence the lifter's satisfaction? How can you effectively communicate with your athletes remotely? In this episode, Jason Clarke shares insights from his study on online coaching that reveals what truly drives performance and satisfaction among lifters. Dive into the data and learn how to enhance your coaching methods!
Jason Clarke is an online powerlifting coach, owner of North Shore Barbell, and head coach of the New Zealand powerlifting team. He holds a Masterโs degree in Sport, Exerc...
Injury in the Gym: StepโbyโStep Coach Response Guideโฏโ with Kathy Williams
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Are you prepared for injuries in your gym? What are the most common causes of gym injuries? How can you manage emergencies like dislocations or concussions effectively? In this episode, Dr. Kathy Williams shares critical insights into injury prevention, emergency preparedness, and how coaches can create a safer training environment for their athletes.
Kathy Williams is a certified athletic trainer with over 20 years of experience in the field. She serves as the Coordinator of Clinical Education and Athletic Trainers at Pinecrest PT LLC and has contributed to the...
Can You Predict Thruster Performance from Clean and Jerk? โ with Alejandro Oliver
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Are you using standardized weights in CrossFit? What if you could predict each athlete's maximum load for the thruster based on their clean and jerk? How can personalized training models transform your coaching? In this episode, Alejandro Oliver shares groundbreaking insights on how to individualize CrossFit workouts for optimal performance and safety.
Alejandro Oliver-Lรณpez is a coach, researcher, and professor at the European University of Madrid, focusing on optimizing CrossFit training through data-driven approaches. He is in the final stages of his Doctoral Thesis, aiming to shift...
How to Build Resilience in Weightlifters - with Tom Smalley
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Are you struggling to foster a high-performing culture in your weightlifting team? How can you help athletes navigate the mental pressures of competition? What role does effective communication play in athlete-coach relationships?
Tom Smalley is the Founder of Struggle into Strength Performance, LLC, and a Certified Mental Performance Consultant. With a Master's in Exercise and Sports Science, Tom specializes in bridging the gap between mental and physical fitness. He has extensive experience working with athletes across various levels and sports, focusing on enhancing performance through emotional regu...
Struggling with Weight Cuts? Hereโs a Science Based Solution โ with Izzy Tremonte
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Are you a coach struggling to understand the psychological impact of weight cutting on athletes? What happens to body image during weight loss? Can a gradual weight loss strategy improve well-being? Join Izzy Tremonte as she shares her research on the psychological nuances of weight cutting in powerlifting and how to help athletes maintain their mental health through this challenging process.
Izzy Tremonte is a PhD student in the Faculty of Kinesiology and Physical Education at the University of Toronto. With over 5 years of experience as a powerl...
Can Push-Ups Predict Weightlifting Success? Find Out โ with Lena Danner
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Are you leveraging upper body strength in your weightlifting training? What if a simple push-up test could unlock performance gains? Discover how explosive push-up tests correlate with weightlifting success and why they matter for your athletes. Can you identify hidden talent in younger lifters using this method?
Lena Danner is a sports scientist from Salzburg (Austria), working as an athletic coach at a youth soccer academy. She is passionate about weightlifting, CrossFit, skiing, and all things outdoors, especially in the breathtaking mountains of Austria. Lena's research focuse...
Cold Water Immersion: The Hidden Risks for Muscle Growth โ with Milan Betz
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Are you relying on cold water immersion for muscle recovery? What does the latest research say about its effects on muscle growth? Could using ice baths actually hinder your performance? In this episode, Milan Betz dives into the science behind cold water immersion and its impact on muscle recovery, revealing surprising findings that challenge popular beliefs.
Milan Betz is a PhD candidate at the Department of Human Biology, with the M3-research group led by Prof. Luc van Loon. His research focuses on exercise, nutrition, and muscle...
What Weightlifting Can Learn from Netball: Wellness & Injury Prevention with Sharon Kearney
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Are you aware of how to optimize your female athletes' performance and health? How can understanding female physiology dramatically reduce injury rates? What role does nutrition play in a young athlete's wellbeing?
Sharon Kearney is the Netball Smart Programme Manager for Netball New Zealand, focusing on reducing injuries in netballers and promoting female athlete health and wellbeing. She has been pivotal in developing educational frameworks that empower young female athletes with knowledge about their physiology, injury prevention, and smart training practices. Sharon holds a Masterโs in Physiother...
Better Snatch Performance: How Straps Boost Muscle Activation โ with Francesco Travascio
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Are you maximizing your weightlifting performance? Ever wondered how lifting straps can alter muscle activation? Are you aware of the potential 40% increase in muscle activation when using straps? In this episode, we discuss groundbreaking research that reveals how straps can significantly impact your training outcomes.
Francesco Travascio, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor at the University of Miami and directs the Musculoskeletal Biomechanics Lab. He specializes in orthopaedics, sports medicine, and biomechanics, contributing over 20 years of expertise to the field. Francesco is also a passionate weightlifte...
Best Velocity Tracking Apps for Powerlifting โ with Alex Renner
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Are you relying on smartphone apps for barbell velocity tracking? Do you know which app delivers the most accurate measurements? What can coaches learn from the latest research on velocity-based training technologies?
Alex Renner is a competitive powerlifter and researcher based in Austria, holding the highest Austrian Total and being a FISU World Champion. His expertise lies in strength training and velocity-based training, as he studies at the University of Vienna. His recent research investigates the accuracy of smartphone apps for measuring barbell velocity in powerlifting exerci...
