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Evidence Strong | Weightlifting Science

Evidence Strong

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

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14:15

How lean mass influences snatch and weightlifting...

Evidence Strong | Weightlifting Science ·

2024/10/30

🏋️‍♀️ Extended version of this interview: https://www.patreon.com/posts/lean-mass-and-112135034 🏋️‍♀️Does lean mass (mainly muscle) influence weightlifting performance? Of course it does, but how exactly? Wanda Sihanath walks us through the research she has recently conducted on American elite weightlifters.Wanda is a second-year PhD student at Marquette University. She has an extensive background in engineering and is also a weightlifter herself.Enjoy!Original research paper:Sihanath W, Ahn N,

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23:57

New jump testing protocol: countermovement rebound...

Evidence Strong | Weightlifting Science ·

2024/10/30

🏋️‍♀️ Extended version of this interview: https://www.patreon.com/posts/new-jump-testing-111757236 🏋️‍♀️Jumping protocols are widely used in strength and conditioning. They are employed to assess performance, monitor progress, or daily/weekly readiness. But how do jumping protocols work? What factors influence the performance on these tests? Does cueing matter?Jason Xu is a PhD student at Middlesex University (UK), and developing jumping protocols is the focus of his research.Enjoy!Original

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30:14

Performance tests and clean derivatives for strength...

Evidence Strong | Weightlifting Science ·

2024/10/30

🏋️‍♀️ Extended version of this interview: https://www.patreon.com/posts/testing-clean-111313042 🏋️‍♀️In weightlifting, we often use the 1RM of a full lift to determine the loading for derivatives. But what if we're working with athletes from other sports who are unfamiliar with these lifts? How do we approach loading in that case? Dr. Tim Suchomel, an expert in this area, shares his insights and research.Dr. Suchomel is an associate professor and the Director of the Sports Science program at the

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27:39

Nutrition for weightlifting training, recovery, and...

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2024/10/30

🏋️‍♀️ Extended version of this interview: https://www.patreon.com/posts/feeding-lifter-110745247 🏋️‍♀️Nutrition is important for any athlete, and weightlifters are no exception. In this interview, Dr Cas Fuchs focuses on the use of nutritional strategies for recovery and performance in weightlifting.Cas is a researcher and teacher at Maastricht University Medical Center+. His interests span exercise, nutrition, and recovery, with a primary focus on carbohydrate and protein metabolism.Enjoy!Join

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33:22

Recovery techniques for athletes - with expert Shona...

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2024/10/30

🏋️‍♀️ Extended version of this interview: https://www.patreon.com/posts/recovery-for-110321248 🏋️‍♀️There is training, and there is recovery. Both are crucial, and both influence weightlifting performance. But do we put the same effort into both? Should we be addressing recovery as seriously as we train? In this interview with Dr. Shona Halson, we discuss the scientific evidence and practical tips on all things recovery.Shona is a professor at the Australian Catholic University and the Deputy

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27:54

Coaching female weightlifters - with Brooke Alvar

Evidence Strong | Weightlifting Science ·

2024/10/30

🏋️‍♀️ Extended version of this interview: https://www.patreon.com/posts/menstrual-cycle-109944963 🏋️‍♀️Programming according to the phases of the menstrual cycle is gaining popularity. Coaches are advertising their uniqueness by offering weightlifting programs that support and align with the menstrual cycle. But are these claims evidence-based?In this interview with Brooke Alvar, we explore the latest developments on the topic. Brooke researches menstrual cycle-related symptoms and their influence

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47:11

How to test weightlifters using force plates - with...

Evidence Strong | Weightlifting Science ·

2024/10/30

🏋️‍♀️Extended version of this interview: https://www.patreon.com/posts/how-to-use-force-109496339 🏋️‍♀️Using force platforms (also called force plates) is becoming more and more popular, mainly because the technology is getting cheaper and more portable. What can we measure in Olympic weightlifting using force platforms? What has already been tested for reliability and association with the actual weightlifting performance? Dr. Shaun Joffe explains everything you need to know in this

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24:18

Straps, hook grip or closed grip for weightlifting -...

Evidence Strong | Weightlifting Science ·

2024/10/30

🏋️‍♀️ Extended version of this interview: https://www.patreon.com/posts/types-of-grip-on-109061186 🏋️‍♀️Hook grip, closed grip, or straps – which is best for snatch performance? Chris Kennedy dedicated his Master's project to answering these questions. He tested how different types of grips influence the biomechanics and maximal performance of the power snatch in both males and females.Chris is a professional powerlifting athlete and a powerlifting coach with a Master's degree in Sport and

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18:17

Mitochondria of weightlifters are different - with...

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2024/10/30

🏋️‍♀️ Extended version of this interview: https://www.patreon.com/posts/mitochondria-of-108575463 🏋️‍♀️Are strength athletes strong because they are built differently, or do they develop their remarkable bodies due to the sports they do? We may get a little bit closer to the answer after this interview with Javier Botella. We talk about his recent paper investigating how the mitochondria of Olympic weightlifters and powerlifters differ from the mitochondria of 'normal controls.'Javier has a PhD

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20:47

Can we predict snatch max with Ingo Sandau's new test?

Evidence Strong | Weightlifting Science ·

2024/10/28

🏋️‍♀️ Extended version of this interview: https://www.patreon.com/posts/test-to-predict-108050149 🏋️‍♀️Weightlifting coaches are constantly on the hunt for a test that can predict maximal snatch. The German weightlifting team is no different. In this interview, Dr Ingo Sandau walks us through the test development and how it was used over 9 months in a sample of elite male German weightlifters.Ingo Sandau is the head of the Strength and Power Department at the Institute for Applied Training Science

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46:48

How Germany finds weightlifting talent - with Sabine...

Evidence Strong | Weightlifting Science ·

2024/10/28

🏋️‍♀️ Extended version of this interview: https://www.patreon.com/posts/talent-transfer-107794345 🏋️‍♀️For three years now, German Weightlifting has had a dedicated person to scout for talent in other sports and bring them to weightlifting. Her name is Sabine Dieser, and she graciously shared her strategy, testing protocol, diagnostic kit, and successes and failures so far.Sabine is a youth coach at the German Weightlifting Federation with a Master of Science degree in Sports and Exercise in

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34:12

Analysing USA Weightlifting Team: Testing...

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2024/10/28

🏋️‍♀️ Extended version of this interview: https://www.patreon.com/posts/testing-usa-team-107297266 🏋️‍♀️For the last three years, Kristof Kipp has been developing the testing system for the USA Weightlifting international team. In this interview, he talks about the tests the team is currently conducting and how they have evolved over time.Kristof holds a PhD in Nutrition and Exercise Sciences from Oregon State University. His research interests revolve around sports science and biomechanics. He

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26:03

Getting strong later in life - with Cas Fuchs

Evidence Strong | Weightlifting Science ·

2024/10/28

🏋️‍♀️ Extended version of this interview: https://www.patreon.com/posts/becoming-strong-106239259 🏋️‍♀️What would happen if a 60-something-year-old person started serious strength training? What if this person decided to compete in powerlifting? Would they have any chance of success?This is an interview with Cas Fuchs, who conducted a case study on a 71-year-old female powerlifter, Ina Koolhaas Revers, who started strength training at the age of 63.Cas is a researcher and teacher at Maastricht

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47:02

Coaching newbies and seasoned weightlifters - expert...

Evidence Strong | Weightlifting Science ·

2024/10/28

🏋️‍♀️ Extended version of this interview: https://www.patreon.com/posts/programming-for-106183328 🏋️‍♀️Beginners and advanced weightlifters have different needs and require tailored programming. Sean Waxman joins the Evidence Strong Show to discuss programming for youth and adult beginners, intermediate, and advanced athletes.With 30 years of experience in Olympic weightlifting as both an athlete and a coach, Sean has developed top-ten finishers at the World Weightlifting Championships, a World

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24:27

Bracing techniques for heavy lifting with Christina...

Evidence Strong | Weightlifting Science ·

2024/10/28

🏋️‍♀️ Extended version of this interview: https://www.patreon.com/posts/valsalva-and-105813724 🏋️‍♀️In this interview, Christina Prevett explains the definition of Valsalva bracing, how it's performed, taught, and cued, and how to make it better for weightlifting performance. We also talk about pelvic floor health in relation to lifting and pregnancy.This is the second time Christina comes on the Evidence Strong Show. Previously, we discussed her survey on the outcomes for birth and postpartum for

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40:13

Predicting performance in Olympic weightlifting -...

Evidence Strong | Weightlifting Science ·

2024/10/28

🏋️‍♀️Extended version of this interview: https://www.patreon.com/posts/predicting-in-2-86021522 🏋️‍♀️Conversation on a fascinating topic of predicting performance in Olympic weightlifting.Shyam Chavda explains his approach to predicting what totals will be required to place or medal in the main lifting competitions. The paper came about before the Tokyo Olympics when Shyam tried to perform competitor analysis for his athlete Cyrille Tchatchet II. As a refugee, Cyrille could not compete for 5

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23:10

Coaching elite weightlifters: what you need to know -...

Evidence Strong | Weightlifting Science ·

2024/10/27

🏋️‍♀️ Extended version of this interview: https://www.patreon.com/posts/coaching-elite-105346996 🏋️‍♀️We need to start with a definition first. Who is an elite weightlifter? Wil Fleming explains his view on the topic and then describes the specifics of training and competition planning for elites.Wil is a US-based weightlifting coach for 1Kilo in Bloomington, Indiana. He has been in weightlifting for over 25 years, gaining experience at all stages of the coaching process with various types of

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16:30

Weightlifting for kids, when to start and how to do...

Evidence Strong | Weightlifting Science ·

2024/10/27

🏋️‍♀️ Extended version of this interview: https://www.patreon.com/posts/weightlifting-104996544 🏋️‍♀️Dive into the essentials of weightlifting for young athletes in this interview with Leslie Summerfield, where we explore:* What is the best age to start weightlifting training?* What exercises should you teach or use first?* What can go wrong in weightlifting training with kids?Leslie Summerfield is one of the leading experts in weightlifting training for kids. She works at IMG Academy in Florida,

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44:20

Secrets of the training hall: Sergii Putsov on major...

Evidence Strong | Weightlifting Science ·

2024/10/27

🏋️‍♀️ Extended version of this interview: https://www.patreon.com/posts/what-happens-in-104713919 🏋️‍♀️International competitions are a different beast. These events require extended travel and involve changes in climate and time zones. They expose athletes to different food and water, as well as to media and other international athletes. In my conversation with Sergii Putsov, we discussed what happens behind closed doors of the training halls worldwide and how to navigate the last few days

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65:00

What type of coach are you? Leadership styles in...

Evidence Strong | Weightlifting Science ·

2024/10/27

🏋️‍♀️ Extended version of this interview: https://www.patreon.com/posts/leadership-in-104128061 🏋️‍♀️Coaches are leaders whether they want to be or not. But how does one become a good leader, and what does it mean in the context of weightlifting? Michael Richards discusses what leadership entails, the various types of leaders, and the different styles leaders can implement.Michael serves as a strength and conditioning coach for the US Air Force Special Warfare School in San Antonio, in addition to

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