Lift & Load

You're Not Broken, You're Building A Champion - Rhianon Lovelace

How often have you thought that you aren't strong enough, life dealt you a bad hand, or maybe you are too broken for success? Those intrusive thoughts can enter even the strongest of people, and that includes pound for pound strongest woman on the planet, Rhianon Lovelace. Athlete, business owner, almost theoretical physicist... join us this week as we sit with her and the OG Kaos of Kaos Strength as we hear her story and how she built herself into a champion despite all odds.
https://www.kaosstrength.co.uk/
IG: rhi.lovelace
 
***Trigger Warning*** This episode includes topics of both sexual assault and domestic violence. If you or a loved one experiences any of these things, our doors are always open to help get you to the resources you need. 

Her Arms Are Bigger Than Yours - Sarah Bäckman

Sarah Bäckman is many things: 8x World Champion Arm Wrestler, Gym Owner, and mentor to so many looking to get into the growing sport of Arm Wrestling. But what IS it? And could it be a good fit for you? Tune in this week as we hear Sarah's story and how she found her way from being a 14 year old arm wrestling in her school cafeteria to being one of the best in the world. Also she's jacked. 10/10 jealousy scale. IG: swesarahb Gym: https://progeargym.com https://sarahbackman.com

Pee Pee Time

Bring your wife, bring your kids, because were talking prehab and rehab up on this episode. Dr. J'amie Goguen-Locke of Kodiak Barbell joins us this week to discuss the differences between prehab and rehab, the importance of getting a coach, and when your own personal anatomy makes a difference in how you train. If you think this episode isn't for you, you're wrong. 
 
Why call it pee pee time? Watch to the end to find out more.
Links to Dr. J'amie's bracing guide referenced can be found on her Instagram, @drjaimegoguen

How Will They Remember You? - John Banks

Husband, Father, Athlete. In that order. Throw in being a Bearded Villain and our favorite kilt-wearing-hammer-throwing-strength-sports supporter, John Banks understands that life is all about balance. Tune in this week to learn more about how he approaches training, fatherhood, charity, and being an integral part of growing the Florida strength community. 
For more about Bearded Villains, check out bv305.com and @beardedvillainsmiami on Instagram

Calling Your Shot - Nicola Buchan

Sometimes the best path is the one you carve out for yourself. Athlete, Sports Commentator, and Strongwoman personality Nicola Buchan joins us this week to discuss how she does exactly that in her career: balancing being an athlete, mom, coach, commentator for some of the biggest shows on the planet, and unapologetically herself. Also a casual ultramarathon runner? We are still trying to wrap out heads around that one...
For more guaranteed laughs and inspiration on how to find your best self through sport, you can find iam_nbfitness on Instagram and _nbcoaching on TikTok

Peptides: Today’s Fad or the Key to Longevity? - Harrison Fleetwood

"Peptides" are the buzz word for the "miracle cure" these days, but are they worth the hype? And how do they play in the world of performance and recovery enhancement? This week we sat with Harrison (@harrysquatter_) Fleetwood to get some answers, author of the "Peptide Cheat Sheet" (links in his Instagram bio)and a Powerlifting, Performance, and certified hormone health coach. Harrison specializes in evidence based methods with functional health, longevity and physiology for both males and females wanting to optimize and excel their overall performance in strength sports, and helping educate athletes with making better and smarter choices.

A Gut Feeling - Celia Cavali

You know that feeling that SOMETHING is wrong with your health but can't figure it out? Maybe you are frustrated with endless appointments and no answers. You aren't alone, so tune in this week to Celia talking about her experience with autoimmune disorders, her path to healing, and the lesson on how sometimes you just need to listen to, and take care of, your gut. 
IG:iamceliacavalli

Step By Step - Nick Shaw with RP Strength

Whether you are new to your fitness journey or one of the pros, athletes of any skill level seeks advice on how to improve their training, nutrition, and performance. Enter RP Strength, one of the leaders in the industry in diet and strength training. Join us this week while we sit with RP Strength CEO Nick Shaw for his take on the fitness industry and advice for maximizing your training. 

Should You REALLY Do Strongman? - Bobby Thompson

Is Strongman just big dudes pulling trucks? Or is it a style of training that can help anyone? Maybe its somewhere in between... We went right to the source and Bobby Thompson delivered. Tune in for everything from his coaching style, his thoughts on the difference between strongman competitions and strongman training, and get his honest take on if this really is the sport for you.

Health Shouldn't Be Hard - Cherisse Kozloski

People are really good at one thing when it comes to health... making it REALLY hard for themselves. Join us this week for a talk with Cherisse Kozloski, nutrition coach, personal trainer, and a believer of keeping it simple to get great results. Listen to her tips, tricks, and secrets to how she works with clients looking to loose anywhere from 10 to 150lbs, and finding their healthiest selves along the way. Spoiler alert, it isn't as hard as you think.
Make sure to follow her on Instagram and Facebook at @rykercoaching