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Strength Agenda Radio

The Strength Agenda

From weightlifting to throwing, powerlifting to Strongman, and everything in-between, this podcast features interviews and discussions with some of the most knowledgeable coaches and athletes in the strength world. Listen in and get to know Olympians, admired coaches, up- and- coming powerhouses in the strength world, and some of your favorite lifters as they share their victories, defeats, funniest stories and everything in-between. Host Tom Sroka, an avid strength athlete and weightlifting coach

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0:39:26

Talking with Ursula Garza Papandrea, Part 2 [Ep 30,...

Strength Agenda Radio ·

2018/09/04

On part two of our interview with Ursula Garza Papandrea, she takes the time to answer the questions you and other listeners submitted, plus she's subjected to the lightning round. If you haven't listened to Part 1 yet [episode 29], head back and start there first. See you in a few weeks for Season 4, and thanks for listening!Thank you to Onyx Straps for keeping this podcast free for your enjoyment. Pick up a pair at www.OnyxStraps.com! People are loving 30 Days to a Better Snatch, our free

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0:47:14

The Queen of Weightlifting: Ursula Garza Papandrea,...

Strength Agenda Radio ·

2018/08/28

A high-level lifter, an elite coach, and now high in the ranks of USAW and IWF, Ursula Garza Papandrea has crossed so many barriers in the sport of weightlifting. We were lucky enough to sit down with her, and we covered the gamut of her history in the sport, her passion for bringing more women into weightlifting (and keeping them), and the new initiatives she is bringing in her time serving on the Executive Board of USAW and as IWF Vice President. Ursula is a titan of this sport, and for good

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0:48:45

The Beard, The Myth, The Legend: An Interview with...

Strength Agenda Radio ·

2018/08/21

Spencer Tyler is one of the best Highland Games athletes in the world. From record-breaking performances at the Arnold to too many victories to count, Spencer's rise in the pro ranks probably hasn't even hit its peak yet. Listen in as he talks training, balancing work and raising a family, and what it's like to be a pro in the Highland Games. On the top of the show, Tom talks about his favorite piece of advice for athletes, especially when you're frustrated after a tough training day. People are

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1:17:53

How We Built a 6-Figure Weightlifting Business:...

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2018/08/14

If you've ever wanted to open a weightlifting business, this is the episode for you. We're sitting down with Beth Sroka, my lovely wife and the monkey wrangler behinds all things The Strength Agenda. We talk about how we grew from a blog that made a few hundred dollars it's first year to the profitable gym and online coaching business we have now. We answer listener questions on topics like the biggest mistakes fitness businesses make, how to get people in the door, how do we make money, and how do

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0:57:45

From PhD to Pro Athlete: Zach Riley Talks Training,...

Strength Agenda Radio ·

2018/08/07

In 2004 Zach threw at the 2004 Olympic Trials, then dove straight back into school, getting his PhD in neurophysiology. He followed that up with a postdoctorate fellowship in bioengineering and now is a professor who is still actively involve in research. Along with that and his roles as a husband and father, Zach has continued to train and is a pro Highland Games athlete. Tune in as he and Tom chat about how to be smarter in training, why recovery is more important than anyone believes, and the

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0:58:57

Going All In: Jeb Simmons & How He Transformed His...

Strength Agenda Radio ·

2018/07/31

On today's episode, Jeb Simmons (CrossFit Games athlete, gym owner, probably stronger than you) and I spend our time talking about business, and specifically how he and his wife went all in on their affiliate and turned it from an average CrossFit to a thriving, profitable hub with over 300 athletes in a tiny Wisconsin town. We talk about making hard and uncomfortable business decisions, onboarding coaches successfully, and the debate on unpaid internships, plus Jeb shares two pieces of advice for

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1:28:50

Strength & Conditioning 101 with Kerry Overfelt [Ep...

Strength Agenda Radio ·

2018/07/24

If you like Louie Simmons and Joe DeFranco, you're going to dig this episode. Kerry Overfelt is a strength and conditioning coach, gym owner, and former Pro Highland Games athlete. Tom and KO really dig into why football strength and conditioning methods are outdated, when the Olympic lifts are appropriate, and how to cut through the garbage and get to the true heart of getting stronger. If you're working with youth and teen athletes, this is a must-listen. On the top of the show, Tom gives advice

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1:07:27

Competing Outside Comfort Zones: Multiple Sports &...

Strength Agenda Radio ·

2018/07/17

Janel Vegter is a Licensed Massage Therapist, specializing in bodywork for athletes. She's also probably stronger than you. When she's not working with clients or traveling to speaking engagements, Janel is training or competing in Highland Games or MAS Wrestling. She's a former world record holder in Powerlifting and has totaled over 1100 lbs raw (weighing less than 150 lbs.). Janel's combined her love of athletics and her passion for helping people into a career, and we think you'll enjoy hearing

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0:53:51

For the Throwers: Talking Training with Curtis Jensen...

Strength Agenda Radio ·

2018/07/10

The strongest person you've probably never heard of. The first time I met Curtis in person I watched him power snatch 150 kilos on straight legs, with no hookgrip... simply because he didn't know any better. I've watched him rise to the top of the stacked US shot put scene, most recently taking 3rd at Nationals and crossing the elusive 70 foot barrier in the shot. I've also watched him dabble in the US weightlifting arena, and I'm interested to see where that goes. Whether you're a thrower, lifter,

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1:06:17

Weightlifting Off the Platform: Technique, Coaching &...

Strength Agenda Radio ·

2018/07/03

Zack Telander is a strength and conditioning coach at Texas A&M who has roots in the Weightlifting and CrossFit communities. Zack runs a popular YouTube channel with over 30k subscribers, and has an interesting perspective on weightlifting as a strength modality, beyond just as a sport. This episode digs into a technical discussion of weightlifting, from technique to loads to programming. Tom and Zack also touch on career development in the strength & conditioning world, as well as weightlifting

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0:02:03

Season 3 is Almost Here!

Strength Agenda Radio ·

2018/06/26

We need your help! We want to answer your questions and get your ideas into the world. Our first topic is the state of USAW. Call into our hotline with your questions or opinions at 815-797-2346, and you may be featured on a show with a VERY special guest. We're coming back to your ears next week, July 3rd. In the meantime, listen in as we share our killer line-up. Train hard and lift heavy! More resources at www.strengthagendaradio.com

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0:51:30

Evolve or Die: Fitness, Business & Social Media -...

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2018/05/01

Find Syn on instagram @Afrobrutality and @mr.syn, or shop AFROBRUTALITY at www.Afrobrutality.com. See if you qualify to save big on your life insurance. Visit healthiq.com/Agenda to start your application. Get the best chalk around with Hand Armor Chalk. www.handarmorchalk.com and use AGENDA to save 15%. Want to follow Tom’s programs to get stronger? Check out our basic strength, weightlifting, and master’s programs, starting at just $25/month.

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0:49:06

Business & Fitness on Your Own Terms: AFROBRUTALITY's...

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2018/04/24

We're sitting down with AFROBRUTALITY founder, early CrossFit adopter, no-nonsense wisdom giver Syn Martinez. Syn's experiences as a high-level earner and one of the early adoptees of CrossFit methodologies put him in the position to launch AFROBRUTALITY, to change his community for the better, and be a source of advice and motivation for athletes and entrepreneurs all over the world. This is Part 1 of 2 episodes, so tune into Episode 20 to hear his shot in the Lightning Round. In an homage to Syn,

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1:11:05

Gym Gypsy: Justin Metts on Running a Fitness Business...

Strength Agenda Radio ·

2018/04/17

Justin Metts, the self-proclaimed Gym Gypsy, is a physique bodybuilder, nutrition and strength coach, former weightlifter, former MMA athlete, and 2nd biggest WWE fan on the planet (behind host Tom Sroka). Listen in as he and Tom talk about building interesting and profitable careers in the fitness industry while designing a life you love. They also nerd out on Power Rangers, belt squats, and WWE wrestling. On the top of the show, Tom shares his three pieces of advice for anyone wanting to own a gym

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0:46:06

Dan McKim: How to Create Sustained Success through...

Strength Agenda Radio ·

2018/04/10

Dan McKim is a 5x World Champion and 6x National Champion in the Highland Games. He's also a dad joke connoisseur and one of the funniest, strongest humans on the planet. In this episode, we talk with Dan about how he rose up the Highland Games ranks, why his training and recovery protocol was unique, what he plans on doing after his retirement, and why he's so dang funny. Plus, on the top of the show, Tom shares some insight on a healthy competition mindset, and offers tips on how to stay focused

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0:46:38

Dave Spitz: The Cal Strength Juggernaut & How To...

Strength Agenda Radio ·

2018/04/03

Dave Spitz has been quietly engineering an entire generation of weightlifters, from the elite to the everyday. Whether he's preparing athletes for the NFL Combine, the World Weightlifting Championships, or simply producing weightlifting WODs for CrossFit athletes, Dave has been a strong undercurrent in the strength world for years. Listen in as he and Tom talk about how California Strength was able to leverage social media and some big personalities to set the stage for his current weightlifters,

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0:49:10

Bonnie Schroeder on Women's Roles in Strength Sports...

Strength Agenda Radio ·

2018/03/27

Bonnie Schroeder is a natural 57kg USAPL powerlifter and coach with a 466 Wilks coefficient. Suffice to say, she is one strong person. Bonnie has built up a large following on instagram, which has provided her a platform to follow her own role models, inspire other athletes, and unfortunately, become the target of criticism and uneducated opinions. We talk about how she handles the "haters," why social media can be an amazing thing for athletes, and which comic book hero she thinks should hit the

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1:11:28

Building Champions Through Successful Youth Programs...

Strength Agenda Radio ·

2018/03/20

On the top of the show, Tom answers a listener's question about whether to cut to a new weight class and why it really doesn't matter. During the interview, Kevin Doherty of Hassle Free Barbell Club drops in to share how he built an incredibly successful, if not THE most successful youth weightlifting program in the United States. Learn how he and his club helped lifters like Jenny Arthur, Donovan Ford, Ian Wilson and D'Angelo Osorio hit the elite levels within USAW, and how they're developing an

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1:05:02

How to Get Better: Courtney Kendal on Weightlifting,...

Strength Agenda Radio ·

2018/03/13

Courtney Kendal (nee Valerious) is a perennial national weightlifter, owner and coach at Dog House CrossFit in Chicago, a mom, and a former D1 athlete. Having been a lifter before the big resurgence in American weightlifting, and now a coach + CrossFit owner contributing to it, she has some incredible insight into the sport, the mindset of a great athlete, and how simple (but not easy) it is to make continual progress. For any athlete struggling mentally, or any frustrated coach, this is a fantastic

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1:01:28

Tougher than You: Adriane Wilson's Journey from...

Strength Agenda Radio ·

2018/03/06

In 2003, Adriane Wilson was on the edge of big things. She was poised to graduate college with a four year degree, consistently ranked in the top three or four throwers in the US, and was a favorite for the 2004 Olympic team in Greece, until she found out she had Hodgkins Lymphoma. Listen as one of the strongest women in the country talks about going from training for the Olympics to chemotherapy to becoming a 5x World Champion in the Highland Games. We talk about her journey working with Charles

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