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Philosophical Weightlifting Podcast

Join me as I explore the minds of elite athletes, coaches, and experts in strength, power, and human performance. During these conversations, I often look for the intersection of philosophy, psychology, and well-being; a combination you"ve never seen before and will never hear again!

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Ep. 213: Training Talks w/Max Aita | Failing Forward

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2023/08/25

In this episode of the podcast we discuss the role of trial and error, why coaches need long-term athlete retention, and how programs can evolve over time. Follow Max and get coaching!https://www.instagram.com/max_aita/Home (teamaita.com)Save 10% on all Virus products using the code PHILWLVIRUS // Performance - Official Online Store (virusintl.com)Onyx:https://www.onyxstraps.com/ with code PHILWL for 10% offhttps://www.instagram.com/onyx_straps/Buy our

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Ep. 212: Aaron Williams | A Battle at Super Heavyweight

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2023/08/17

Aaron Williams is currently flying undert the radar, but not for long... Days after snatching 182kg/400lbs and cleaning 223kg/490lbs, we welcome him onto the podcast to discuss his backstory, bringing attention to his unbelievable abilities.He started, like most kids, playing high school sports with enough talent to make it to the next level. But after finishing his collegiate football career, his obsession with lifting weights was still as powerful as ever, eventually introducing him to the sport

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Ep. 211: Keiser Witte | The Strongest in USA...

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2023/08/10

Keiser Witte is living proof that swimmers can be dominant strength athletes. What started with years and years in the pool, became the same time and dedication on the platform. Since his time at Arizona State, he's worked closely with Alex Lee and Shahin Nasarinia to become an unmatched powerhouse. His most recent performance at USA Weightlifting Nationals, culminating in a 192kg snatch and a close miss at 198kg, showcased exactly how dominant he is.It seems like 210kg and 240kg aren't too far

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Ep. 210: Dani Myers Glynn | Purpose in Powerlifting

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2023/08/03

What started as an honest question about coaching turned into one of the most fruitful coach-athlete relationships I've had. Dani and I have been working together for ~3.5 years, along the way she's qualified for her first Nationals (placing 7th), set a USAPL Ohio state record, and is now in position to podium in September at USAPL Raw Nationals. Listen in as we discuss her background, why she got into powerlifting, and how the empowerment it's provided has changed her life. Enjoy.Follow Dani:Dani

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Ep. 209: Sean Waxman | Finding Mastery in Strength...

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2023/07/27

Sean Waxman has been flying under the radar since shutting down his gym in Los Angeles and moving to the mountains of Utah. Now, you can find him running the strength and conditioning program for the football team at Bingham High School.In this episode of the podcast, we discuss his time in strength and conditioning 32 years ago, including why he wanted to get into the profession. We also talk about running a high school program, what strength and coaches need to be able to do, and how to evaluate

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Ep. 208: What is Good Coaching? | Dr. David Puder

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2023/07/21

This was one of my favorite podcasts in recent memory. David Puder is an M.D., working in psychiatry as his area of specialty. Dr. Puder was also a rower, and loves strength training.In the episode we cover many topics, most of them being psychologically minded. From the qualities that make great relationships to stoicism to micro expressions, we navigated a lot of ground.Enjoy this deep dive on the work of psychology and psychotherpy. Follow Dr. Puder:David Puder M.D. |Psychiatrist (@dr.davidpuder)

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Ep. 207: Alex Lee | ALee Athletics

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2023/07/14

In this episode of the podcast I sit down with 4-time world team member, 4-time Pan Am team member, and 2010 University World Champion, Alex Lee.We dicuss Alex's background, the struggles he faces as a coach and business owner, and how he's been influenced by all of the coaches and Nationals teams he has trained with.Follow Alex:Alex Lee (@alee_weightlifting) | InstagramAlee Athletics (@alee_athletics) | InstagramALEE ATHLETICSFollow me and get coaching:https://www.instagram.com/josh_philwl/Save 10%

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Ep. 206: Training Talks w/Max Aita | Does the Perfect...

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2023/07/07

You'll have to excuse the audio quality. This was recorded on my end in a coffee shop, so there's a bit of background noiseIn this episode of the podcast we discuss the coach's journey, why training strategies vary from place to place, and hypothetically, if everything could be known, would we get an optimal program for an athlete...Follow Max and get coaching!https://www.instagram.com/max_aita/Home (teamaita.com)Save 10% on all Virus products using the code PHILWLVIRUS // Performance - Official

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Ep. 205: Athlete Case Studies | Live from Nationals...

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2023/07/02

Max and I once again meet in a hotel room to dicuss the finer points of weightlifting coaching.We start the podcast by breaking down the different builds and abilities of athletes we just coached at Nationals. This leads into a conversation of what each athlete needs and how we can address that from a movement and programming standpoint. It was a lot of fun catching back up with Max after a few months on separate sides of the country. So enjoy our deep dive on identifying and correcting athlete

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Ep. 204: Are You Actually Stronger?! | Max Aita &...

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2023/06/22

This was an episode for the books! Chris, Max, and I deep dive on the different fitness qualities necessary to maximize weightlifting performance, along with different tests you can use to measure their development.From work capacity to maximal strength to peaking, it can be hard to know how effective the program has been. This podcast will arm you with much of the knowledge you need to ask the right questions and provide the correct answers. Follow Chris:Chris Taber (@drchristaber) |

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Ep. 203: Women in S&C | Crystal McCullough

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2023/06/15

Crystal McCullough never epected to end up in strength and conditioning... She started out as a nurse, eventually moving into owing a CrossFit gym. Then, after a time coaching weightlifting and powerlifting and a sole source of work, she found strength and conditioning through a master's program at Lenoire-Rhyne University. Join us as we discuss lessons she's learned as a strength coach, what it's like being a female in strength and conditioning, and where she sees herself in 3-5 years. Follow

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Ep. 202: Purpose and Meaning in Life | Todd Kashdan, PhD

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2023/06/08

We were honored to be joined by Todd Kashdan for the second time on the podcast! For you who don't know, Todd has a PhD in clinical psychology, is the founder of the Well-Being Lab at George Mason University, and a leading educator to the public. He's written books on curiosity, negative emotions, and the art of insubordination. Join us as we discuss purpose, meaning, curiosity, and well-being (with a little weightlifting thrown in).Enjoy.Follow Todd (and buy his stuff!):Articles:

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Ep. 201: Lessons Learned from Powerlifting | Max Aita

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2023/06/02

In this episode of the podcast, Max and I discuss the lessons he's learned from time spent competing and coaching in powerlifting. From programming to ways of training, we explore what weightlifters can take away from another strength sport. Follow Max and get coaching!https://www.instagram.com/max_aita/Home (teamaita.com)Save 10% on all Virus products using the code PHILWLVIRUS // Performance - Official Online Store (virusintl.com)Onyx:https://www.onyxstraps.com/ with code PHILWL for 10%

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Ep. 200: The 5 Year Special | Max Aita

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2023/05/25

This was an incredibly special episode of the podcast. While the current iteration of the Philosophical Weightlifting podcast is only five years old, I've been recording podcasts for over eight years.Tune in as Max Aita and I reflect back on my year in California, the development of the podcast, what it's like having a career in weightlifting, and so so much more.Enjoy.Follow Max and get coaching!https://www.instagram.com/max_aita/Home (teamaita.com)Save 10% on all Virus products using the code

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Ep. 199: What to do After You Compete | Sergii...

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2023/05/19

Sergii Putsov is the definition of Theory to Practice. From coming up in the Ukranian weightlifting system to earning his PhD studying the sport of weightlifting, you'd be hard pressed to find someone more qualified to discuss the sport.In this episode of the podcast Sergii and I deep dive on the concept of "Active Rest", exploring what athletes should do in the short time immediately after a major competition. We also discuss Europeans and, what seems to be a very hot topic, how to grow the sport

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Ep. 198: Which PEDs are Weightlifters Using? |...

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2023/05/11

What started out as an episode to explore building muscle to improve weightlifting performance quickly turned into a discussion of regional differences in PED use, why drug tested became standardized across Olympic sports, and what weightlifting can do to improve its commercial viability. Our guest Broderick Chavez is a renowned and infamous US trainer to Olympians and IFBB Pros. He has actively worked in Sports Performance Field for 30 years. Along with coaching the best, he has competed at a

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Ep. 197: Feeding the Fire | Alex Bellemarre of Team...

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2023/05/05

Alex Bellemarre recently won his first Pan American medals, snatching 166 kg for silver and totaling 354 kg for bronze. He's been competing in weightlifting for fifteen years, on Canada's national team for seven, and is as hungry as ever for the next kilo.In this episode we most discuss Alex's mindset, how he approaches training, what pushes him to continue competing after a decade and a half in the sport, and why Kung Fu Panda is in him pre-competition ritual.Follow Alex!Alex Bellemarre

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Ep. 196: Max Aita | EWC, Lasha, & Changing...

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2023/04/27

We welcome back Max Aita, co-host of the Philosophical Weightlifting Podcast! Around this same time last year, Max and I recorded an episode wrapping up the European Weightlifting Championships. Now we are doing the same thing, but from his dining room instead of a hotel room in Vegas. In this episode we reflect back on the last year of weightlifting, Max's time commentating international meets with Weightlifting House, how weightlifting could change into more of a team sport, and much more. Enjoy

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Ep. 195: The Bane of Weightlifting | Zach Caswell...

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2023/04/20

Zach Caswell is the head coach of Optimus Barbell, a strength coach for three high schools in the state of Michigan, and a man who has been in the weightlifting and sport performance trenches for decades. In this episode of the podcast we discuss Zach's athletic background, how his ability to outwork was developed, what got him into weightlifting, and why he's relatively unknown in the sport. This is the first podcast that Zach has been on and it did not dissapoint. If you like his approach to

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Ep. 194: Meredith Alwine | Where Philosophy &...

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2023/04/13

Meredith Alwine is one of the most decorated weightlifters in the USA. She's a 3 time Pan American Champion, 2021 World Champion, Junior World silver medalist, and the list goes on. Along with being an incredible athlete, she's also an avid thinker, finding her love of philosophy at thirteen years old. Join us as we discuss Meredith's most recent performance at Pan Ams, her background in athletics, what it's like to be a world champion, and why she's such a fan of John Stuart Mill & Friedrich

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