The USA Weightlifting Podcast
Summary: This is the official Podcast of USA Weightlifting. Spend some time with hosts and Olympians Cheryl Haworth and Chad Vaughn as they interview the athletes and coaches you want to hear and learn from, and review the competitions you want to know about. You will be able to draw inspiration and motivation from their collective personal stories and experiences, as well as always leave with at least a few immediately applicable tips from content that will range from training to technique to competition readiness and strategies. We here at USA Weightlifting are very excited to provide this to the weightlifting community and other interested parties, and we are thankful for the opportunity to further support the sport that we all love! We appreciate you listening and hope you enjoy!
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Pedro Meloni is the USAW Director of Events and Sponsorships. In today’s episode Pedro joins us with all the details on what to expect and how to prepare for the first in-person national meet since the start of the COVID pandemic. Be sure to tune in on tips for hotels, car rentals, weigh-ins, and the new safety protocols that will be in place for this meet. What you’ll learn:Tips for making weightHotel & Car rentalsWhat to expect in a hybrid meetMedal ceremoniesUpcoming calendar events Safety protocolsSponsors:www.RomWOD.com - Optimize Your Performance
We’re excited this week on the USA Weightlifting Podcast to re-release one of our favorite and most downloaded episodes on a very common fault that need not be ignored.Do you lift your toes in the pulling phase of a snatch and/or clean (specifically with the bar at around the level of the knee)? In this episode we’ll be getting into why this happens, why it’s far more optimal for you to keep your toes down, and some things you can do to fix it!If you enjoyed this podcast please leave us a review and share us with a friend!What you’ll learn:Why does this happen?Mimicking other athletes Consequences of the toe lift How to fix it!Recommended complexes Links:www.RomWOD.comVisuals of the fault and addressing complexes:Toe Lift due to the knees driving back to far for too long https://www.instagram.com/p/B632TAQF0xm/?igshid=1vkdqko0amow9Toe Lift leading to a forward jump in reception, as well as hamstring mobility test https://www.instagram.com/p/B74MWGFl5k9/?igshid=1ry2ux3wt34ia
This week on the USA Weightlifting Podcast, Chad and Cheryl are giving their personal advice on how to prep before a competition. From what foods you should be putting into your body, to choosing your first attempts, this episode is full of key takeaways that are sure to help you optimize your performance on the platform. What you’ll learn:Fueling up before competitionCounting your attempts Planning out your opening attemptHow to minimize anxietyManaging mindset and attitude Sponsors:ascentprotein.comrealgoodfoods.compurespectrumcbd.comROMWOD.comMarcpro.com
Mike Conroy has been a staple in the USA Weightlifting community now for almost 40 years. During that time we’ve seen him in the trenches of competition as an athlete and coach, as well as serving as an official and a member of many committees within the organization. Alongside all of this he was a public high school biology teacher for 35 years of which he retired from in 2012. Coach Conroy combines his expertise as a teacher and experience in weightlifting to help and make a tremendous impact on the athletes and coaches that he comes across, and he’s here to do the same for you today. Whether it's moving the bar more efficiently, or selecting the best exercises for your athletes, Mike has recommendations for all of the above.What you’ll learn:Dealing with compensations in movement Mastering the basics of weightlifting The importance of foot-work Sponsors:ascentprotein.comrealgoodfoods.compurespectrumcbd.comROMWOD.comMarcpro.com
Welcome back to another week of the USA Weightlifting Podcast. Today we dig deep into the snatch as we’re taking you through from start to finish. This will include a detailed understanding of what needs to happen in order to execute this competition lift with confidence and precision during each component of the movement.What you’ll learn:MobilityRhythm & speedStart position Above knee positionThe pull underSponsors:ascentprotein.comrealgoodfoods.compurespectrumcbd.comROMWOD.comMarcpro.com
Meredith Alwine is a 22 year old, 71kg, American weightlifter who holds multiple American records, and is on her way to set even more.This episode covers an important, yet often over looked topic in the sports world including depression, suicide idiation, and body image. In this episode, Meredith shares her experience and struggles with body image and anxiety, and how finding olympic weightlifting has helped her come out on the other side even stronger. What you’ll learn:Managing anxiety in sportsBody appreciation & athletic performance Mindfulness tips Sponsors:ascentprotein.comrealgoodfoods.compurespectrumcbd.comROMWOD.comMarcpro.com
This week on the USA Weightlifting Podcast we’re dissecting all parts of the Push Press and how it can translate into a better jerk. We’ll be getting into the execution of the push press, owning the front rack position, choosing an appropriate grip, as well as breathing tips and body alignment with the bar. This episode is all about why you should be adding more push presses into your program for a better and stronger jerk, snatch, and overhead position as a whole. What you’ll learn:Proper execution of the push pressFront rack elbow positioningHow to choose the right grip for youBreathing tipsFoot work & locking out Body alignment Sponsors:ascentprotein.comrealgoodfoods.compurespectrumcbd.comROMWOD.comMarcpro.com
Happy New Year from the USAW family!Today’s episode we’ll be covering the power of self talk and building your confidence. No matter what your goals are, we all have the ability to achieve our wildest dreams. Whether it's competing at a national level, or hitting a new PR; setting goals, creating positive affirmations, and surrounding yourself with a support circle are all simple tools that can go a long way when striving for success. What you’ll learn:The power of visualizing Creating positive affirmationsGoal settingSponsors:ascentprotein.comrealgoodfoods.compurespectrumcbd.comROMWOD.comMarcpro.com
Dr. Aaron Horschig, founder of Squat University, joins the USAW Podcast for the second time to discuss his upcoming book, “Rebuilding Milo: The Lifter’s Guide To Fixing Injuries…”. Today’s episode is dedicated to understanding human movement and how minor imbalances can be keeping you away from big weights. In this episode we’ll be going over common areas of pain for weightlifters and how to properly address them. What you’ll learn:- Common injuries for weightlifters - Dealing with knee, hip, and/or back pain- Top core exercises for weightlifters- Understanding the “why” behind injuries Resources:Rebuilding Milo - A. Horschig Top Core Exercises - YoutubeSponsors:ascentprotein.comrealgoodfoods.compurespectrumcbd.comROMWOD.comMarcpro.com
2020 has been an interesting year to say the least. With the holidays and new year right around the corner, Chad and Cheryl are giving tips that will help you tackle the new year with a better mindset. This week, we’re talking about guidelines for getting yourself back into training, staying motivated, and setting realistic goals in order to optimize future training. Whether you’ve taken some time away from the barbell, or are beginning to feel run down with training, we’ve got tips for staying healthy and when to schedule out your next competition. What you’ll learn:-How to avoid overtraining-Why you should be using a lifting journal-The importance of putting things on your calendar-How to get back into a weightlifting programSponsorsascentprotein.comrealgoodfoods.compurespectrumcbd.comROMWOD.comMarcpro.com
Coach Danny Camargo joins us for another episode this week to talk about the 2020 Nationals this past weekend that was recently switched from in-person, to online competition. We’ve got some tips and insight on what to expect when participating in an online competition, as well as some key take-aways from the weekend. Danny also dives into some technique talk, including his experience working with Meredith Alwine. If you loved this episode please leave us a review and share us on social media!What you’ll learn:-What to expect from an online competition-Tips for coaches-Clean & jerk technique tips Sponsorsascentprotein.comrealgoodfoods.compurespectrumcbd.comROMWOD.comMarcpro.com
Welcome back to another episode of the USAW podcast. Joining us for the second time is Suzy Sanchez, Director of Outreach and Scouting for USA Weightlifting.. In this episode we’re talking about the current happenings in the IWF, positive changes USAW has been able to make in developmental programs and outreach programs including the High School Throwdown and the Club Showdown. Tune in for more insight on upcoming events in the weightlifting community and how you can contribute!Sponsorsascentprotein.comrealgoodfoods.compurespectrumcbd.comROMWOD.comMarcpro.com
Dr. Tamra Wrobleski joins us again for a part 2 on pelvic health. This week we continue the conversation on what’s normal and what’s not normal when it comes to bowel health as well as the 5 Pillars of gut health. Be sure to check out our first conversation for more on why athletes should be thinking about their pelvis. What you’ll learn-The 5 pillars of gut health-How to go to the bathroom correctly-What does left hip pain mean for your gut health?-How to lift more for a long time-Breathing for better digestion and recoveryResources mentioned:The Power of Habit - Charles DuhiggSponsorsascentprotein.comrealgoodfoods.compurespectrumcbd.comROMWOD.comMarcpro.com
James Tatum is a 3-time National Champion and author of “The Physically Prepared Weightlifter”. In today’s episode James is talking about the need for general physical preparation in the sport of weightlifting, and defines exactly what that is. He explains that only when it is sustainable for the individual, will it assist with progress and performance, as well lead to health and longevity.What you’ll learn:-Health and longevity in weightlifting -What it means to achieve structural balance-Powerlifting vs. Weightlifting -GPP (general physical preparation)Sponsors:ascentprotein.comrealgoodfoods.compurespectrumcbd.comROMWOD.comMarcpro.com
USA Weightlifting CEO, Phil Andrews, joins us for another update episode to discuss some of the recent happenings in the sport of weightlifting including some details of the upcoming American Open finals in Atlanta, some insight of the potential 2021 schedule, and the recent hot topic of the IWF Reform. What you’ll learn:-American Open finals in Atlanta-Potential danger for the sport of weightlifting in e 2024 Olympics-What’s happening in IWF and how is it affecting athletes-How to contribute to a drug free sport Sponsors:ascentprotein.comrealgoodfoods.compurespectrumcbd.comROMWOD.comMarcpro.com
