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THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!Ep. 008 | L3 Study: A & P for JocksOn this episode James welcomes Josh Heller back to the show! James and Josh continue their study to prepare Josh for the CrossFit Level 3 examination. This time they take on the often daunting topic of anatomy and physiology with a discussion on the original article written by Greg Glassman titled "Anatomy and Physiology for Jocks." On the episode James and Josh also discuss many other topics such as requirements to take the L3 exam, where to find study materials, and some general coaching and CrossFit topics.
Read the article and join the study: Anatomy and Physiology for...
2023-02-081h 47THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!Ep. 004 | Qualifications of a World Class CrossFit CoachOn this episode James welcomes Josh Heller back to the show! James and Josh discuss bringing in the New Year with athletic and coaching goals, putting in the time to practice movement skills, and then they tackled the question of "What qualifications signify a world-class CrossFit coach?". This question originated from an online survey and came with 5 qualifications that a person would rank to form their answer. If you'd like to play along, rank these qualifications on your own and then listen to the podcast where James and Josh give their answers and discuss each one.
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The Barbell Strikes Back!Episode CXVIII: Discussing Snatch Technique with Glenn PendlayWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!Coach Glenn Pendlay passed away on September 5th, 2019 and it's hard to believe that we have gone by another anniversary of his passing. That's why today's episode will be in tribute to Coach Pendlay. The audio you hear is not an interview, but instead a recording from a conversation James and Coach Pendlay had on the snatch while working on the forthcoming book, American Weightlifting. James and Coach Pendlay recorded countless hours of book meetings and they're filled with knowledge that both made it into the book and also many things that didn't...
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THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!Episode CXVIII: Discussing Snatch Technique with Glenn PendlayWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!
Coach Glenn Pendlay passed away on September 5th, 2019 and it's hard to believe that we have gone by another anniversary of his passing. That's why today's episode will be in tribute to Coach Pendlay. The audio you hear is not an interview, but instead a recording from a conversation James and Coach Pendlay had on the snatch while working on the forthcoming book, American Weightlifting. James and Coach Pendlay recorded countless hours of book meetings and they're filled with knowledge that both made it into the book and also many things...
2021-09-0641 min
The Barbell Strikes Back!Episode CVII: 2012 Albany CrossFit Tri-State ThrowdownWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!On this episode James discusses one of his first CrossFit competitions: the 2012 Albany CrossFit Tri-State Throwdown. This event was held at Albany CrossFit in Albany, NY on February, 11th 2012. On the show James reads from a blog he wrote years ago recapping his experience, fills in some details that were left out of the article, and offers some lessons that can be learned from mistakes he made as a novice CrossFitter.Original Blog Article with Photos: https://trainingwithjames.wordpress.com/competitions/01-11-2012-tri-state-trowdown/Thank you for listening.Enjoy!...
2021-04-0238 minTHE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!Episode CVII: 2012 Albany CrossFit Tri-State ThrowdownWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!
On this episode James discusses one of his first CrossFit competitions: the 2012 Albany CrossFit Tri-State Throwdown. This event was held at Albany CrossFit in Albany, NY on February, 11th 2012. On the show James reads from a blog he wrote years ago recapping his experience, fills in some details that were left out of the article, and offers some lessons that can be learned from mistakes he made as a novice CrossFitter.
Original Blog Article with Photos: https://trainingwithjames.wordpress.com/competitions/01-11-2012-tri-state-trowdown/
Thank you for...
2021-04-0238 minThe Barbell Strikes Back!Episode CVI: Discussing CrossFit with EmelyWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!On this episode James welcomes Emely Banguero-Hurtado (@emelybanguero) back to the show! First, the two talk about Emely's experience at her first weightlifting meet. Then, Emely practices being an interviewer by asking James questions on CrossFit methodology. The topics include the 10 General Physical Skills, the relationship between health and fitness, training for technique and intensity, threshold training, the Zone diet, why measuring food is important, the benefits of recovery, common mistakes in CrossFit programming, and why working on weaknesses is important.The CrossFit Level 1 handbook is a free resource available to the...
2021-03-311h 52THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!Episode CVI: Discussing CrossFit with EmelyWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!
On this episode James welcomes Emely Banguero-Hurtado (@emelybanguero) back to the show! First, the two talk about Emely's experience at her first weightlifting meet. Then, Emely practices being an interviewer by asking James questions on CrossFit methodology. The topics include the 10 General Physical Skills, the relationship between health and fitness, training for technique and intensity, threshold training, the Zone diet, why measuring food is important, the benefits of recovery, common mistakes in CrossFit programming, and why working on weaknesses is important.
The CrossFit Level 1 handbook is a free resource...
2021-03-311h 52The Barbell Strikes Back!Episode CV: ACBC Spring Cleaning RecapWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!On this episode James welcomes Frank Ford (@frank_ford_) to the show! The two recap the weightlifting meet hosted by the Albany CrossFit Barbell Club on Saturday, March 27th 2021. They give shout outs to the gyms, guest athletes, and all the volunteers who helped make it an awesome event. Frank and James also discuss lessons the they learned from fellow ACBC team member performances, team results, lifting technique, weightlifting programming, running a weightlifting meet, and Frank coaching at a meet for the first time."WWE Promos" discussed during the conversation:Bad...
2021-03-292h 16THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!Episode CV: ACBC Spring Cleaning RecapWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!
On this episode James welcomes Frank Ford (@frank_ford_) to the show! The two recap the weightlifting meet hosted by the Albany CrossFit Barbell Club on Saturday, March 27th 2021. They give shout outs to the gyms, guest athletes, and all the volunteers who helped make it an awesome event. Frank and James also discuss lessons the they learned from fellow ACBC team member performances, team results, lifting technique, weightlifting programming, running a weightlifting meet, and Frank coaching at a meet for the first time.
"WWE Promos" discussed during the...
2021-03-292h 16THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!Episode CII: Jesse Miner | Iron and Faith FitnessWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!
On this episode James welcomes Jesse Miner (@ironandfaithfitness) to the show! Jesse discusses his experiences in being a trainer in the fitness industry for 15 years and a co-pastor for 10 years, his mission with Iron and Faith Fitness, the meaning behind "Stronger in Christ, Stronger in Strength", how a person can improve their relationship with their faith and spirituality, what it means to have good spiritual health, having empathy towards other people, and the similarities shared between training through physical activity and working hard to improve one's relationship with their faith.
2021-03-191h 54The Barbell Strikes Back!Episode CII: Jesse Miner | Iron and Faith FitnessWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!On this episode James welcomes Jesse Miner (@ironandfaithfitness) to the show! Jesse discusses his experiences in being a trainer in the fitness industry for 15 years and a co-pastor for 10 years, his mission with Iron and Faith Fitness, the meaning behind "Stronger in Christ, Stronger in Strength", how a person can improve their relationship with their faith and spirituality, what it means to have good spiritual health, having empathy towards other people, and the similarities shared between training through physical activity and working hard to improve one's relationship with their faith.For easy...
2021-03-191h 54THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!Episode XCIX: 2021 North American Open Series 1 RecapWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!
On this episode James welcomes Albany CrossFit Barbell Club team members Renée Mihail (@rmmihail) and Haley Hahn (@haleyth12) to discuss their experiences competing in the 2021 North American Open Series 1. The AO1 was the first of its kind by featuring both in person and online competition via ZOOM. James, Renée, and Haley discuss their individual thoughts on the event, competition results, coaching through ZOOM, how the event was organized, things that they learned, what they could do to be better for the next competition, and much more!
Special th...
2021-03-081h 26The Barbell Strikes Back!Episode XCIX: 2021 North American Open Series 1 RecapWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!On this episode James welcomes Albany CrossFit Barbell Club team members Renée Mihail (@rmmihail) and Haley Hahn (@haleyth12) to discuss their experiences competing in the 2021 North American Open Series 1. The AO1 was the first of its kind by featuring both in person and online competition via ZOOM. James, Renée, and Haley discuss their individual thoughts on the event, competition results, coaching through ZOOM, how the event was organized, things that they learned, what they could do to be better for the next competition, and much more!Special thank you again to...
2021-03-081h 26THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!Episode XCVIII: Lester Ho ReturnsWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!
On this episode James welcomes Lester Ho (@lesterhokw) back to the show! Lester discusses giving athletes hope to keep training during multiple shutdowns in Melbourne Australia, whether or not press outs count as PRs in training, basing training off theoretical maxes, the athlete and coach relationship, how coaches can improve their communication skills, how programming can affect athletes psychologically, and how James can finally settle the debate of who is the fastest lifter in the Albany CrossFit Barbell Club.
Thank you for listening.
Enjoy!
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2021-02-222h 00The Barbell Strikes Back!Episode XCVIII: Lester Ho ReturnsWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!On this episode James welcomes Lester Ho (@lesterhokw) back to the show! Lester discusses giving athletes hope to keep training during multiple shutdowns in Melbourne Australia, whether or not press outs count as PRs in training, basing training off theoretical maxes, the athlete and coach relationship, how coaches can improve their communication skills, how programming can affect athletes psychologically, and how James can finally settle the debate of who is the fastest lifter in the Albany CrossFit Barbell Club.Thank you for listening.Enjoy!-------------If you enjoyed the...
2021-02-222h 00THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!Episode XCVII: G.O.A.T. DiscussionWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!
On this episode James welcomes Frank Ford (@frank_ford_) back to the show! James and Frank discuss Mat Fraser's recent retirement from CrossFit and whether or not he should be in the same conversation as athletes who are almost universally considered the greatest of all time such as Jordan, Gretzky, Pelé, Ali, and Brady. Throughout the discussion many questions were brought up such as: is the term G.O.A.T brought up too often?, is CrossFit too young of a sport to be in the conversation?, how do you decide w...
2021-02-121h 18The Barbell Strikes Back!Episode XCVII: G.O.A.T. DiscussionWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!On this episode James welcomes Frank Ford (@frank_ford_) back to the show! James and Frank discuss Mat Fraser's recent retirement from CrossFit and whether or not he should be in the same conversation as athletes who are almost universally considered the greatest of all time such as Jordan, Gretzky, Pelé, Ali, and Brady. Throughout the discussion many questions were brought up such as: is the term G.O.A.T brought up too often?, is CrossFit too young of a sport to be in the conversation?, how do you decide what sports h...
2021-02-121h 18THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!Episode XCVI: The Interview featuring Joanna TomanWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!
On this episode James hands the reigns of the podcast over to his better half, Joanna Toman (@lilyv81). Joanna flips the script and interviews James asking a series of hard hitting questions on topics such as: who he most admires and how they have impacted his life, what accomplishments his younger self would be proud of, what his goals were when he first started training and what those early days were like, what was the hardest obstacle he has overcome, the moment he knew he wanted to be a coach, and...
2021-02-081h 02The Barbell Strikes Back!Episode XCVI: The Interview featuring Joanna TomanWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!On this episode James hands the reigns of the podcast over to his better half, Joanna Toman (@lilyv81). Joanna flips the script and interviews James asking a series of hard hitting questions on topics such as: who he most admires and how they have impacted his life, what accomplishments his younger self would be proud of, what his goals were when he first started training and what those early days were like, what was the hardest obstacle he has overcome, the moment he knew he wanted to be a coach, and much more!
2021-02-081h 02THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!Episode XC: BHOTD Interview | Developing a Coaching Internship ProgramWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!
This episode features audio from April 23rd, 2019 when James was interviewed by Jason Ackerman on The Best Hour of Their Day podcast. During the interview James discusses the 8 week coaching internship program he ran during the spring of 2019, preparing new coaches to take the CrossFit Level 1 course, and the process he uses to bring new coaches onto the Albany CrossFit coaching staff.
Checkout The Best Hour of Their Day podcast on Apple, Spotify, YouTube, and everywhere else podcast are found.
Follow them on Instagram: @besthouroftheirday and Jason...
2021-01-2754 minThe Barbell Strikes Back!Episode XC: BHOTD Interview | Developing a Coaching Internship ProgramWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!This episode features audio from April 23rd, 2019 when James was interviewed by Jason Ackerman on The Best Hour of Their Day podcast. During the interview James discusses the 8 week coaching internship program he ran during the spring of 2019, preparing new coaches to take the CrossFit Level 1 course, and the process he uses to bring new coaches onto the Albany CrossFit coaching staff.Checkout The Best Hour of Their Day podcast on Apple, Spotify, YouTube, and everywhere else podcast are found.Follow them on Instagram: @besthouroftheirday and Jason: @coachjasonackerman.Thank you...
2021-01-2754 minTHE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!Episode LXXXVIII: Barbell Jeopardy #2Welcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!
On this episode James welcomes back Jason Murphy, Frank Ford (@frank_ford_), and reigning champion Catherine Toniatti-Yanulavich (@strongcatty) to test their knowledge in the second Barbell Jeopardy competition!
Joanna Toman (@lilyv81) returns as the official score keeper.
James is not a real game show host (he just plays one on the podcast) and this was all for fun, education, and bragging rights.
The five contested categories featured questions ranging from $100 to $500 (in fake podcast money) on the topics of bodybuilding, CrossFit, weightlifting, powerlifting, and strongman/s...
2021-01-2554 minThe Barbell Strikes Back!Episode LXXXVIII: Barbell Jeopardy #2Welcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!On this episode James welcomes back Jason Murphy, Frank Ford (@frank_ford_), and reigning champion Catherine Toniatti-Yanulavich (@strongcatty) to test their knowledge in the second Barbell Jeopardy competition! Joanna Toman (@lilyv81) returns as the official score keeper.James is not a real game show host (he just plays one on the podcast) and this was all for fun, education, and bragging rights.The five contested categories featured questions ranging from $100 to $500 (in fake podcast money) on the topics of bodybuilding, CrossFit, weightlifting, powerlifting, and strongman/strongwoman.Questions were asked o...
2021-01-2554 minThe Barbell Strikes Back!Episode LXXXVII: Monster Bench PressWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!On this episode James discusses his first time competing in strength sports: The Monster Bench Press competition. This event was held at The Clark Sports Center in Cooperstown, NY on April 7th, 2011. On the show James reads from a blog he wrote years ago recapping his experience, fills in some details that were left out of the article, and offers some lessons that can be learned from mistakes he made as a novice powerlifter.Third Attempt from 2011: https://www.instagram.com/p/CAG_VoCg5UI/Goal Accomplished 5 Years Later: https://www...
2021-01-2237 minTHE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!Episode LXXXVII: Monster Bench PressWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!
On this episode James discusses his first time competing in strength sports: The Monster Bench Press competition. This event was held at The Clark Sports Center in Cooperstown, NY on April 7th, 2011. On the show James reads from a blog he wrote years ago recapping his experience, fills in some details that were left out of the article, and offers some lessons that can be learned from mistakes he made as a novice powerlifter.
Third Attempt from 2011: https://www.instagram.com/p/CAG_VoCg5UI/
Goal Accomplished 5...
2021-01-2237 minThe Barbell Strikes Back!Episode LXXXV: BHOTD Interview | CrossFit.com ProgrammingWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!This episode features audio from April 15th, 2019 when James was interviewed by Jason Ackerman on The Best Hour of Their Day podcast. During the interview James discusses joining the Albany CrossFit coaching staff, the benefits of following CrossFit.com programming, implementing the a program with one WOD per day, strategies for coaching CrossFit classes, and programming during the CrossFit OPEN.Checkout The Best Hour of Their Day podcast on Apple, Spotify, YouTube, and everywhere else podcast are found.Follow them on Instagram: @besthouroftheirday and Jason: @coachjasonackerman.Thank you for listening.
2021-01-201h 00THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!Episode LXXXV: BHOTD Interview | CrossFit.com ProgrammingWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!
This episode features audio from April 15th, 2019 when James was interviewed by Jason Ackerman on The Best Hour of Their Day podcast. During the interview James discusses joining the Albany CrossFit coaching staff, the benefits of following CrossFit.com programming, implementing the a program with one WOD per day, strategies for coaching CrossFit classes, and programming during the CrossFit OPEN.
Checkout The Best Hour of Their Day podcast on Apple, Spotify, YouTube, and everywhere else podcast are found.
Follow them on Instagram: @besthouroftheirday and Jason: @coachjasonackerman.
2021-01-201h 00THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!Episode LXXX: Zero to 160!Welcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!
On this episode James welcomes Frank Ford (@frank_ford_) to the show!
Frank and James discuss clean and jerking 160 kg to finish off 2020 with a lifetime PR, looking at the gap between a PR and a goal, taking time off from lifting, bringing meet lifting focus and intensity to training, thoughts on going 6 for 6 in a meet, the mindset of approaching a competition to get the most value from it, and much more!
Watch Frank's entire session building up to a 160 kg clean and jerk PR here...
2021-01-131h 15The Barbell Strikes Back!Episode LXXX: Zero to 160!Welcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!On this episode James welcomes Frank Ford (@frank_ford_) to the show!Frank and James discuss clean and jerking 160 kg to finish off 2020 with a lifetime PR, looking at the gap between a PR and a goal, taking time off from lifting, bringing meet lifting focus and intensity to training, thoughts on going 6 for 6 in a meet, the mindset of approaching a competition to get the most value from it, and much more!Watch Frank's entire session building up to a 160 kg clean and jerk PR here: https://www.instagram.com...
2021-01-131h 15The Barbell Strikes Back!Episode LXXV: Desert Strike!Welcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!On this episode James discusses the trailer for the upcoming film Desert Strike starring Mike Tyson and professional strongman Hafþór Björnsson (The Mountain). James also gives shout outs to Albany CrossFit Barbell Club team members, welcomes new athletes to the team, and talks about how paused snatches are helping his athletes build confidence when lifting while tired or the barbell feels heavy.Thank you for listening.Enjoy!-------------If you enjoyed the show please consider leaving a review and 5-star rating.@thebarbellstrikesback | @jamesamcdermott | @albanycrossfit | @albanycrossfitbarbellclub...
2021-01-0632 minTHE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!Episode LXXV: Desert Strike!Welcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!
On this episode James discusses the trailer for the upcoming film Desert Strike starring Mike Tyson and professional strongman Hafþór Björnsson (The Mountain). James also gives shout outs to Albany CrossFit Barbell Club team members, welcomes new athletes to the team, and talks about how paused snatches are helping his athletes build confidence when lifting while tired or the barbell feels heavy.
Thank you for listening.
Enjoy!
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If you enjoyed the show please consider leaving a review and 5-star rating.
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2021-01-0632 minTHE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!Episode LXXIV: Training in Pop Culture - ReliquaryWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!
On this episode James debuts a new segment of the show: Training in Pop Culture.
As you no doubt already know James is a huge movie buff, and loves to read. These episodes will involve discussions on the training, exercise, coaching, and nutrition that are depicted in movies, t.v. shows, and books. This inaugural segment features a scene from the best selling book, written by Douglas Preston and Lincoln Child: Reliquary. Here James talks about the exercise described in the text, how the workout results are accurately depicted...
2021-01-0518 minThe Barbell Strikes Back!Episode LXXIV: Training in Pop Culture - ReliquaryWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!On this episode James debuts a new segment of the show: Training in Pop Culture.As you no doubt already know James is a huge movie buff, and loves to read. These episodes will involve discussions on the training, exercise, coaching, and nutrition that are depicted in movies, t.v. shows, and books. This inaugural segment features a scene from the best selling book, written by Douglas Preston and Lincoln Child: Reliquary. Here James talks about the exercise described in the text, how the workout results are accurately depicted, how those who...
2021-01-0518 minTHE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!Episode LXXIII: Lessons from 2020Welcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!
On this episode James discusses the new theme song for the show: The Mandalorian Theme (Metal Version) which is performed by Artificial Fear (@artificialfear_official). James also reflects back on the lessons he learned during major events in his life that occurred throughout 2020 such as The Arnold Classic, obtaining his CrossFit Level 3 certification, gyms shutting down, starting this podcast, and finalizing the American Weightlifting book. After looking back on 2020 James shares some plans he has to set himself up for success in 2021.
Thank you for listening.
Enjoy!
2021-01-0434 minThe Barbell Strikes Back!Episode LXXIII: Lessons from 2020Welcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!On this episode James discusses the new theme song for the show: The Mandalorian Theme (Metal Version) which is performed by Artificial Fear (@artificialfear_official). James also reflects back on the lessons he learned during major events in his life that occurred throughout 2020 such as The Arnold Classic, obtaining his CrossFit Level 3 certification, gyms shutting down, starting this podcast, and finalizing the American Weightlifting book. After looking back on 2020 James shares some plans he has to set himself up for success in 2021.Thank you for listening.Enjoy!-------------If...
2021-01-0434 minThe Barbell Strikes Back!Episode LXXII: Open DiscussionWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!On this episode James welcomes back Frank Ford (@frank_ford_) to the show!Frank and James discuss some ACBC off-season training workouts, the 2021 CrossFit Open, the recently announced CrossFit Games season format, Frank's experience at the Christmas & Kilos meet, progressing the athlete and coach relationship, and some goals the two look to accomplish in the New Year.Thank you for listening.Enjoy!-------------If you enjoyed the show please consider leaving a review and 5-star rating.@thebarbellstrikesback | @jamesamcdermott | @albanycrossfit | @albanycrossfitbarbellclub
2020-12-231h 22THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!Episode LXXII: Open DiscussionWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!
On this episode James welcomes back Frank Ford (@frank_ford_) to the show!
Frank and James discuss some ACBC off-season training workouts, the 2021 CrossFit Open, the recently announced CrossFit Games season format, Frank's experience at the Christmas & Kilos meet, progressing the athlete and coach relationship, and some goals the two look to accomplish in the New Year.
Thank you for listening.
Enjoy!
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If you enjoyed the show please consider leaving a review and 5-star rating.
@thebarbellstrikesback | @jamesamcdermott | @albanycrossfit...
2020-12-231h 22THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!Episode LXXI: Barbell Jedi TrainingWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!
On this episode James welcomes back Miguel Porter (@couldntbemiguel) and Michael Micare (@micare23) to the show!
The trio discuss Mike's "Pre-OP" workout (listed below), different approaches CrossFitters take when completing workouts along with pros and cons to their tactics, recap Miguel and Mikes experiences at the Christmas & Kilos meet, defaulting to power snatches in competitions and how to move past it, and the "Luke Skywalker" tribute WOD created by James for WODwell & The Barbell Strikes Back! YouTube channel and tested/demoed by Mike and Miguel (link below).
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2020-12-212h 05The Barbell Strikes Back!Episode LXXI: Barbell Jedi TrainingWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!On this episode James welcomes back Miguel Porter (@couldntbemiguel) and Michael Micare (@micare23) to the show!The trio discuss Mike's "Pre-OP" workout (listed below), different approaches CrossFitters take when completing workouts along with pros and cons to their tactics, recap Miguel and Mikes experiences at the Christmas & Kilos meet, defaulting to power snatches in competitions and how to move past it, and the "Luke Skywalker" tribute WOD created by James for WODwell & The Barbell Strikes Back! YouTube channel and tested/demoed by Mike and Miguel (link below)."Pre-OP"For Time:
2020-12-212h 05THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!Episode LXX: 2020 Christmas & KilosWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!
On this episode James gives a recap on the 2020 Christmas & Kilos weightlifting meet hosted by Swagler Strength & Performance (@swaglerstrength) on Saturday, December 12 that he and the Albany CrossFit Barbell Club competed in.
James gives many shout outs to lifters in the local community, his thoughts on how the meet makes him feel like a weightlifter again, he reviews Team ACBC stats from the meet, goes over how each teammate performed along with some lessons that can be taken away from their lifting, and a few thoughts on coaching.
2020-12-141h 01The Barbell Strikes Back!Episode LXX: 2020 Christmas & KilosWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!On this episode James gives a recap on the 2020 Christmas & Kilos weightlifting meet hosted by Swagler Strength & Performance (@swaglerstrength) on Saturday, December 12 that he and the Albany CrossFit Barbell Club competed in.James gives many shout outs to lifters in the local community, his thoughts on how the meet makes him feel like a weightlifter again, he reviews Team ACBC stats from the meet, goes over how each teammate performed along with some lessons that can be taken away from their lifting, and a few thoughts on coaching.Thank you for...
2020-12-141h 01THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!Episode LXIX: Caleb Miner ReturnsWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!
On this episode James welcomes back Caleb Miner (@minercombatfitness) to the show!
Caleb shares more knowledge on the sport of boxing by explaining what a southpaw is, how boxers earn their nicknames, and his thoughts on the recent Mike Tyson vs. Roy Jones Jr. match. He and James also discuss Miner Combat benchmark workouts that have been created to honor of legendary boxers such as Pernell Whitaker, Ricardo López, and Roberto Durán. Give these workouts a shot and let James know how you did!
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2020-12-111h 53The Barbell Strikes Back!Episode LXIX: Caleb Miner ReturnsWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!On this episode James welcomes back Caleb Miner (@minercombatfitness) to the show!Caleb shares more knowledge on the sport of boxing by explaining what a southpaw is, how boxers earn their nicknames, and his thoughts on the recent Mike Tyson vs. Roy Jones Jr. match. He and James also discuss Miner Combat benchmark workouts that have been created to honor of legendary boxers such as Pernell Whitaker, Ricardo López, and Roberto Durán. Give these workouts a shot and let James know how you did!https://www.minercombat.com/Th...
2020-12-111h 53THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!Episode LXVIII: Competition ModeWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!
On this episode James welcomes back Frank Ford (@frank_ford_) to the show!
Frank and James discuss the upcoming Christmas & Kilos weightlifting meet which will be held on Saturday, December 12th 2020, finding the correct mindset for the competition, tips and tricks for preparing the week of a meet and important items to bring, determining openers and end goals for snatch and clean and jerk attempts, and give shout outs to Albany CrossFit Barbell Club teammates who are ready to crush it at this event!
Thank you for...
2020-12-091h 17The Barbell Strikes Back!Episode LXVIII: Competition ModeWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!On this episode James welcomes back Frank Ford (@frank_ford_) to the show!Frank and James discuss the upcoming Christmas & Kilos weightlifting meet which will be held on Saturday, December 12th 2020, finding the correct mindset for the competition, tips and tricks for preparing the week of a meet and important items to bring, determining openers and end goals for snatch and clean and jerk attempts, and give shout outs to Albany CrossFit Barbell Club teammates who are ready to crush it at this event!Thank you for listening.Enjoy!...
2020-12-091h 17The Barbell Strikes Back!Episode LXVI: FirebreatherWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!On this episode James welcomes Frank Ford (@frank_ford_) to the show!Frank and James discuss building a training playlist as a team, listening to music while training, what it means to be a "Firebreather," riding The Struggle Bus, bouncing back from tough training, creating a for fun training cycle as a team, and doing a Super Total competition.Thank you for listening.Enjoy!-------------If you enjoyed the show please consider leaving a review and 5-star rating.@thebarbellstrikesback | @jamesamcdermott | @albanycrossfit | @albanycrossfitbarbellclub
2020-11-201h 28THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!Episode LXVI: FirebreatherWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!
On this episode James welcomes Frank Ford (@frank_ford_) to the show!
Frank and James discuss building a training playlist as a team, listening to music while training, what it means to be a "Firebreather," riding The Struggle Bus, bouncing back from tough training, creating a for fun training cycle as a team, and doing a Super Total competition.
Thank you for listening.
Enjoy!
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If you enjoyed the show please consider leaving a review and 5-star rating.
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2020-11-201h 28The Barbell Strikes Back!Episode LXI: Barbell JeopardyWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!On this episode James welcomes back Shaaf Syed (@taco.shaaf), Miguel Porter (@couldntbemiguel), and Catherine Toniatti-Yanulavich (@strongcatty) to test their knowledge in the very first Barbell Jeopardy competition! Joanna Toman (@lilyv81) makes an appearance as the official score keeper.This event was put on to honor the host of real Jeopardy, Alex Trebek, who passed away on Sunday, November 8th, 2020 from pancreatic cancer. James is not a real game show host (he just plays one on the podcast) and loosely knows the rules so this was all for fun and education....
2020-11-091h 07THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!Episode LXI: Barbell JeopardyWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!
On this episode James welcomes back Shaaf Syed (@taco.shaaf), Miguel Porter (@couldntbemiguel), and Catherine Toniatti-Yanulavich (@strongcatty) to test their knowledge in the very first Barbell Jeopardy competition! Joanna Toman (@lilyv81) makes an appearance as the official score keeper.
This event was put on to honor the host of real Jeopardy, Alex Trebek, who passed away on Sunday, November 8th, 2020 from pancreatic cancer. James is not a real game show host (he just plays one on the podcast) and loosely knows the rules so this was all for fun...
2020-11-091h 07The Barbell Strikes Back!Episode LIX: Seminar Notes on Coaching WeightliftingWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!On this episode James continues his Seminar Notes series by sharing some insights into coaching different aspects of weightlifting.Seminar notes is where James shares knowledge on coaching, programming, and human movement that he has learned from taking seminars over the last 10+ years. Use these notes to be a better athlete, coach, or both. Find these seminars, go take them for yourself, and of course take notes!This episode pulls from notes taken from the CrossFit Weightlifting seminar, the Chase the Atmosphere Tour with Jon North and Jared Enderton, and the...
2020-10-3024 minTHE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!Episode LIX: Seminar Notes on Coaching WeightliftingWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!
On this episode James continues his Seminar Notes series by sharing some insights into coaching different aspects of weightlifting.
Seminar notes is where James shares knowledge on coaching, programming, and human movement that he has learned from taking seminars over the last 10+ years. Use these notes to be a better athlete, coach, or both. Find these seminars, go take them for yourself, and of course take notes!
This episode pulls from notes taken from the CrossFit Weightlifting seminar, the Chase the Atmosphere Tour with Jon North and...
2020-10-3024 minThe Barbell Strikes Back!Episode LVI: Seminar Notes on the JerkWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!On this episode James launches a new on going series on the show called "Seminar Notes." Here James will share what he learned and discuss his thoughts on cues, lectures, progressions, and other topics from the countless seminars and certifications taken over the years. This episode pulls from notes taken on the jerk at the CrossFit Weightlifting seminar, the Jeff Wittmer Weightlifting Seminar, the Biomechanics of the Jerk Course taught at the NY Weightlifting Academy, and the Klokov Weightlifting seminar. Topics include breathing on the jerk, the difference between push and power jerks...
2020-10-1942 minTHE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!Episode LVI: Seminar Notes on the JerkWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!
On this episode James launches a new on going series on the show called "Seminar Notes." Here James will share what he learned and discuss his thoughts on cues, lectures, progressions, and other topics from the countless seminars and certifications taken over the years. This episode pulls from notes taken on the jerk at the CrossFit Weightlifting seminar, the Jeff Wittmer Weightlifting Seminar, the Biomechanics of the Jerk Course taught at the NY Weightlifting Academy, and the Klokov Weightlifting seminar. Topics include breathing on the jerk, the difference between push and...
2020-10-1942 minTHE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!Episode XL: Traci Meier, Part IIWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!
On this episode James continues his interview with Traci Meier (@traci_genevieve). Be sure to listen to Episode XXXIX first to be 100% in the loop on the conversation. During Part II, Traci shares memories from her weightlifting career, her thoughts on being a masters weightlifter, the athlete and coach relationship between her and James, and continues the conversation on depression and mental illness.
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2020-08-2656 minThe Barbell Strikes Back!Episode XL: Traci Meier, Part IIWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!On this episode James continues his interview with Traci Meier (@traci_genevieve). Be sure to listen to Episode XXXIX first to be 100% in the loop on the conversation. During Part II, Traci shares memories from her weightlifting career, her thoughts on being a masters weightlifter, the athlete and coach relationship between her and James, and continues the conversation on depression and mental illness.Thank you for listening.Enjoy!-------------If you enjoyed the show please consider leaving a review and 5-star rating.@thebarbellstrikesback | @jamesamcdermott | @albanycrossfit | @albanycrossfitbarbellclub | @crossfitsona
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The Barbell Strikes Back!Episode XXXVI: Sona StrongWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!On this episode James welcomes Frank Ford ( @frank_ford_ ) back to the show! First Frank announces some exciting news about CrossFit Sona. Then he and James discuss growing as a coach, the current Team ACBC training cycle, New York gyms potentially reopening soon, the new format for the upcoming CrossFit Games, and predictions on who will win it all this year.Thank you for listening.Enjoy!-------------If you enjoyed the show please consider leaving a review and 5-star rating.@thebarbellstrikesback | @jamesamcdermott | @albanycrossfit | @albanycrossfitbarbellclub | @crossfitsona
2020-08-171h 22THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!Episode XXXVI: Sona StrongWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!
On this episode James welcomes Frank Ford ( @frank_ford_ ) back to the show! First Frank announces some exciting news about CrossFit Sona. Then he and James discuss growing as a coach, the current Team ACBC training cycle, New York gyms potentially reopening soon, the new format for the upcoming CrossFit Games, and predictions on who will win it all this year.
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2020-08-171h 22The Barbell Strikes Back!Episode XXVIII: Josh HellerWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!On this episode of the podcast James interviews Josh Heller. Josh is a member and assistant coach at Albany CrossFit. He's also a professional voice actor, is gaining experience narrating audio books, and spent seven years as a sports broadcaster for the Albany Devils hockey team. On the show James and Josh discuss CrossFit training while the gym is closed, how and why Josh joined ACF, maintaining fitness as a new dad, and voice acting.Checkout Josh's portfolio at www.josh-heller.com. If you need a narrator or voice acting work done...
2020-07-161h 30THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!Episode XXVIII: Josh HellerWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!
On this episode of the podcast James interviews Josh Heller. Josh is a member and assistant coach at Albany CrossFit. He's also a professional voice actor, is gaining experience narrating audio books, and spent seven years as a sports broadcaster for the Albany Devils hockey team. On the show James and Josh discuss CrossFit training while the gym is closed, how and why Josh joined ACF, maintaining fitness as a new dad, and voice acting.
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2020-07-161h 30The Barbell Strikes Back!Episode XXVII: Catching Up With Jason AckermanWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!On this episode of the podcast James welcomes back Jason Ackerman ( @thejasonackerman )! Jason was a guest previously on Episode IV which aired on April 14th, 2020. So much has happened since their last talk and during the show James and Jason talk about changes in CrossFit, the recent release of the audio book version of "Best Hour Of Their Day," being chased by fitness paparazzi, and much more!Thank you for listening.Enjoy!-------------If you enjoyed the show please consider leaving a review and 5-star rating.@thebarbellstrikesback | @jamesamcdermott...
2020-07-141h 05THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!Episode XXVII: Catching Up With Jason AckermanWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!
On this episode of the podcast James welcomes back Jason Ackerman ( @thejasonackerman )! Jason was a guest previously on Episode IV which aired on April 14th, 2020. So much has happened since their last talk and during the show James and Jason talk about changes in CrossFit, the recent release of the audio book version of "Best Hour Of Their Day," being chased by fitness paparazzi, and much more!
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2020-07-141h 05The Barbell Strikes Back!Episode XXVI: Adam ScheinerWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!On this episode of the podcast James interviews Adam Scheiner ( @arscheiner ). Adam is a weightlifter and a film director. Previously he directed the incredible short film "The Artist & The Olympian." Currently he is in the process of producing the world's first feature length film on the sport of weightlifting appropriately titled "The Weight." On the show James and Adam discuss Adam's background in weightlifting, his career in filmmaking, and his upcoming film on the sport we all love.If you enjoyed this episode, can't get enough of all things weightlifting, or just...
2020-07-091h 29THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!Episode XXVI: Adam ScheinerWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!
On this episode of the podcast James interviews Adam Scheiner ( @arscheiner ). Adam is a weightlifter and a film director. Previously he directed the incredible short film "The Artist & The Olympian." Currently he is in the process of producing the world's first feature length film on the sport of weightlifting appropriately titled "The Weight." On the show James and Adam discuss Adam's background in weightlifting, his career in filmmaking, and his upcoming film on the sport we all love.
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2020-07-091h 29THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!Episode XXV: Viviana PodhaiskiWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!
On this episode of the podcast James interviews Viviana Podhaiski (@everyday_lifters). Viviana is a wedding and family photographer who takes a photo journalistic approach to documenting weddings and the sport of weightlifting. She is the owner of the sports photography company Everyday Lifters and is a member of the LiftingLife photography team that frequently shoot national and international weightlifting events. On the show James and Viviana discuss how Viviana came to pursue a career in photography, how she started weightlifting, stories from shooting at weightlifting meets, and lessons she has...
2020-07-081h 09The Barbell Strikes Back!Episode XXV: Viviana PodhaiskiWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!On this episode of the podcast James interviews Viviana Podhaiski (@everyday_lifters). Viviana is a wedding and family photographer who takes a photo journalistic approach to documenting weddings and the sport of weightlifting. She is the owner of the sports photography company Everyday Lifters and is a member of the LiftingLife photography team that frequently shoot national and international weightlifting events. On the show James and Viviana discuss how Viviana came to pursue a career in photography, how she started weightlifting, stories from shooting at weightlifting meets, and lessons she has learned from...
2020-07-081h 09THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!Episode XXIV: Andrea Thompson Log Lift World RecordWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!
On this episode of the podcast James welcomes back Catherine Toniatti-Yanulavich to the show to watch professional Strongwoman Andrea Thompson attempt to set a new Log Lift World Record by lifting 130 kg (286.6 lbs.) on July 4, 2020. You can find the video of Andrea's performance on the Rogue Fitness YouTube channel to watch all the action yourself and to follow along with James and Catherine.
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2020-07-051h 24The Barbell Strikes Back!Episode XXIV: Andrea Thomson Log Lift World RecordWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!On this episode of the podcast James welcomes back Catherine Toniatti-Yanulavich to the show to watch professional Strongwoman Andrea Thompson attempt to set a new Log Lift World Record by lifting 130 kg (286.6 lbs.) on July 4, 2020. You can find the video of Andrea's performance on the Rogue Fitness YouTube channel to watch all the action yourself and to follow along with James and Catherine.Thank you for listening.Enjoy!-------------If you enjoyed the show please consider leaving a review and 5-star rating.@thebarbellstrikesback | @jamesamcdermott | @albanycrossfit | @strongcatty | @andreathompson_strongwoman
2020-07-051h 24THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!Episode XXII: Caleb NelsonWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!
On this episode of the podcast James interviews Caleb Nelson ( @lebinreallife ). Caleb is the owner and head coach of Purebred Athletics. At one point in time he was also a head coach at Albany CrossFit and co-owner of sister gym CrossFit Clifton Park. On the show James and Caleb discuss what prompted Caleb to pursue a career in fitness, his time at ACF, and take a deep dive into the vast topic of coaching and helping others be better.
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2020-06-221h 58The Barbell Strikes Back!Episode XXII: Caleb NelsonWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!On this episode of the podcast James interviews Caleb Nelson ( @lebinreallife ). Caleb is the owner and head coach of Purebred Athletics. At one point in time he was also a head coach at Albany CrossFit and co-owner of sister gym CrossFit Clifton Park. On the show James and Caleb discuss what prompted Caleb to pursue a career in fitness, his time at ACF, and take a deep dive into the vast topic of coaching and helping others be better.Thank you for listening.Enjoy!-------------If you enjoyed the...
2020-06-221h 58THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!Episode XXI: Rauno Heinla vs. Jerry PritchettWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!
On this episode of the podcast James welcomes back Catherine Toniatti-Yanulavich to watch professional Strongmen Rauno Heinla and Jerry Pritchett go toe to toe lifting 400 kg (880 pounds) for max reps on June 20, 2020. On the show James and Catherine discuss training for this type of event, their guesses on who will win, how many reps will be done, and much more! Footage of the competition can be found on the Rogue Fitness YouTube channel.
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2020-06-211h 28The Barbell Strikes Back!Episode XXI: Rauno Heinla vs. Jerry PritchettWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!On this episode of the podcast James welcomes back Catherine Toniatti-Yanulavich to watch professional Strongmen Rauno Heinla and Jerry Pritchett go toe to toe lifting 400 kg (880 pounds) for max reps on June 20, 2020. On the show James and Catherine discuss training for this type of event, their guesses on who will win, how many reps will be done, and much more! Footage of the competition can be found on the Rogue Fitness YouTube channel.Thank you for listening.Enjoy!-------------If you enjoyed the show please consider leaving a review...
2020-06-211h 28THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!Episode XX: Ryan HansenWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!
On this episode of the podcast James interviews Ryan Hansen ( @intrepidgolden ). Ryan is the owner and head coach of Intrepid Strength & Conditioning. He has been an athlete and member of the CrossFit and weightlifting communities for over a decade gaining plenty of wisdom, some of which he shares during the episode. On the show James and Ryan discuss Ryan becoming a new dad, his training during the lockdown, inviting Donny Shankle to coach the Warwick Weightlifting Club, and how he found CrossFit and weightlifting to name a few!
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2020-06-191h 09The Barbell Strikes Back!Episode XX: Ryan HansenWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!On this episode of the podcast James interviews Ryan Hansen ( @intrepidgolden ). Ryan is the owner and head coach of Intrepid Strength & Conditioning. He has been an athlete and member of the CrossFit and weightlifting communities for over a decade gaining plenty of wisdom, some of which he shares during the episode. On the show James and Ryan discuss Ryan becoming a new dad, his training during the lockdown, inviting Donny Shankle to coach the Warwick Barbell Club, and how he found CrossFit and weightlifting to name a few!Thank you for listening.
2020-06-191h 09THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!Episode XIX: 475 pound Log Lift American RecordWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!
On this episode of the podcast James welcomes back Catherine Toniatti-Yanulavich and Frank Ford to the show to watch professional Strongman Rob Kearney attempt to set a new Log Lift American Record by lifting 475 lbs. (215 kg) on June 13, 2020. On the show James, Catherine, and Frank discuss Log Lift history, technique, and Rob's attempts.
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2020-06-141h 08The Barbell Strikes Back!Episode XIX: 475 pound Log Lift American RecordWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!On this episode of the podcast James welcomes back Catherine Toniatti-Yanulavich and Frank Ford to the show to watch professional Strongman Rob Kearney attempt to set a new Log Lift American Record by lifting 475 lbs. (215 kg) on June 13, 2020. On the show James, Catherine, and Frank discuss Log Lift history, technique, and Rob's attempts. Thank you for listening.Enjoy!-------------If you enjoyed the show please consider leaving a review and 5-star rating.@thebarbellstrikesback | @jamesamcdermott | @frank_ford_ | @albanycrossfit | @strongcatty
2020-06-141h 08THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!Episode XVIII: Shaaf SyedWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!
On this episode of the podcast James interviews Shaaf Syed ( @taco.shaaf ). Shaaf is a member of Albany CrossFit and the Albany CrossFit Barbell Club. As a rookie weightlifter who competes in the 81 kg weight class he has been training hard during the worldwide lockdown to accomplish big goals. On the show James and Shaaf discuss Shaaf's athletic background and how he came to join the gym and barbell club. They also talk about experiences from his first three weightlifting meets and fasted training while observing Ramadan.
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2020-06-0351 minThe Barbell Strikes Back!Episode XVIII: Shaaf SyedWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!On this episode of the podcast James interviews Shaaf Syed ( @taco.shaaf ). Shaaf is a member of Albany CrossFit and the Albany CrossFit Barbell Club. As a rookie weightlifter who competes in the 81 kg weight class he has been training hard during the worldwide lockdown to accomplish big goals. On the show James and Shaaf discuss Shaaf's athletic background and how he came to join the gym and barbell club. They also talk about experiences from his first three weightlifting meets and fasted training while observing Ramadan.Thank you for listening....
2020-06-0351 minTHE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!Episode XVII: Jon NorthWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!
On this episode of the podcast James interviews Jon North ( @attitudenation ). Jon is a legendary American weightlifter who has accomplished a lot in the sport. He is a National Champion, American Open Champion, Arnold Classic Champion, a four time Team USA member, and the author of The Dark Orchestra book. On the show James and Jon discuss lessons from training, how to last as an athlete in a difficult sport, Jon's evolution from athlete to coach, and details about the upcoming movie "The Weight" which will be the world's first feature...
2020-06-0140 minThe Barbell Strikes Back!Episode XVII: Jon NorthWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!On this episode of the podcast James interviews Jon North ( @attitudenation ). Jon is a legendary American weightlifter who has accomplished a lot in the sport. He is a National Champion, American Open Champion, Arnold Classic Champion, a four time Team USA member, and the author of The Dark Orchestra book. On the show James and Jon discuss lessons from training, how to last as an athlete in a difficult sport, Jon's evolution from athlete to coach, and details about the upcoming movie "The Weight" which will be the world's first feature film on...
2020-06-0140 minTHE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!Episode XVI: Catherine Toniatti-YanulavichWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!
On this episode of the podcast James interviews Catherine Toniatti-Yanulavich ( @strongcatty ). Catherine is a professional Strongwoman from Albany, New York. She has amassed a wealth of knowledge from coaching and competing in Strongwoman over the last 10 years. During her career Catherine has competed on big stages such the Arnold Classic and in 2018 she placed 5th at the Pro Women's World Championships. On the show James and Catherine discuss how Catherine discovered the sport, cool stories from Strongwomen competitions, and some lessons she has learned from other competitors to name a few!
2020-05-261h 35The Barbell Strikes Back!Episode XVI: Catherine Toniatti-YanulavichWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!On this episode of the podcast James interviews Catherine Toniatti-Yanulavich ( @strongcatty ). Catherine is a professional Strongwoman from Albany, New York. She has amassed a wealth of knowledge from coaching and competing in Strongwoman over the last 10 years. During her career Catherine has competed on big stages such the Arnold Classic and in 2018 she placed 5th at the Pro Women's World Championships. On the show James and Catherine discuss how Catherine discovered the sport, cool stories from Strongwomen competitions, and some lessons she has learned from other competitors to name a few!Thank...
2020-05-261h 35THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!Episode XV: Juan PellotWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!
On this episode of the podcast James interviews Juan Pellot ( @urstrength ). Juan is a coach and athlete specializing in kettlebell training and sport. He is a five time national champion and a member of Team USA. In 2017 Juan won the world championship in the long cycle event competing in the 78 kg weight class. On the show James and Juan discuss many topics such as Juan’s training, the ins and outs of kettlebell competition, and coaching techniques to name a few!
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2020-05-211h 21The Barbell Strikes Back!Episode XV: Juan PellotWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!On this episode of the podcast James interviews Juan Pellot ( @urstrength ). Juan is a coach and athlete specializing in kettlebell training and sport. He is a five time national champion and a member of Team USA. In 2017 Juan won the world championship in the long cycle event competing in the 78 kg weight class. On the show James and Juan discuss many topics such as Juan’s training, the ins and outs of kettlebell competition, and coaching techniques to name a few!Thank you for listening.Enjoy!-------------If you en...
2020-05-211h 21THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!Episode XIV: When an archer is shooting for nothing...Welcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!
On this episode of the podcast James welcomes back Frank Ford! On the show the two discuss Frank's recent success in training as well as navigating obstacles when they occur. They analyze a quote from Chinese philosopher Chuang Tzu discussing how it applies to weightlifting and their past experiences. Throughout the episode James also reminisce on memories made and lessons learned from attending a weightlifting seminar instructed by legendary American weightlifter Donny Shankle back in 2014.
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2020-05-201h 14THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!Episode XIII: Jim StorchWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!
On this episode of the podcast James interviews Jim Storch. Jim is an accomplished weightlifting coach and athlete from Upstate New York. Across several decades Jim has guided countless athletes on their journeys in the sport of weightlifting. As a lifter he holds five Masters American Records across two age groups for the snatch, clean and jerk, and total. In 2019 Jim was awarded the Masters Grand Slam award after he won the Nationals Masters, Pan Am Masters, American Masters, and the World Masters Championships in one calendar year. On the show...
2020-05-161h 01THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!Episode XII: Keith WittensteinWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!
On this episode of the podcast James interviews Keith Wittenstein ( @coachpanda ). Keith, also know as "Coach Panda" to many, is a CrossFit Level 4 Coach and a member of the CrossFit Seminar Staff. Keith has experienced plenty and has amassed a great deal of knowledge being a part of the CrossFit community for well over a decade. On the show James and Keith discuss numerous topics including how Keith discovered CrossFit, his early days as an athlete-coach-and affiliate owner, coaching Jiu-Jitsu online, and Kettlebell training.
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2020-05-141h 10THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!Episode XI: Lester HoWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!
On this episode of the podcast James interviews Lester Ho ( @lesterhokw ). Lester is a weightlifting coach hailing all the way from Australia. Also known as "The Training Geek" Lester's expertise and coaching are grounded in scientific research and the application of biomechanics in weightlifting. On the show James and Lester discuss Lester's background, his research around the start position of the snatch, and training squat jerks.
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2020-05-111h 27THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!Episode X: Pat ReganWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!
On this episode of the podcast James interviews Pat Regan. Pat is a coach at Albany CrossFit and has been a part of the community for 12 years. He has experienced quite a lot in his time at the gym as both an athlete and a coach. On the show James and Pat discuss many topics including how Pat discovered CrossFit, his early days as an athlete, joining the Albany CrossFit coaching staff, and running the equipment department for the North East CrossFit Regionals for many years.
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2020-05-041h 12THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!Episode IX: 501 kg Deadlift World RecordWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!
On this episode of the podcast James welcomes back Frank Ford to the show to watch Hafþór "The Mountain" Björnsson go after the world deadlift record by attempting to lift 501 kg (1,104.32 lbs.). On the show James and Frank discuss training, deadlifts, and Thor's attempts. This episode was open for listeners of the show to hop on the zoom chat to listen to the conversation and add their two cents. Thank you to Albany CrossFit members Josh H. and Baard S. for coming on and joining the discussion!
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2020-05-021h 23THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!Episode VIII: Barbell StoriesWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!
On this episode of the podcast James welcomes back Frank Ford to the show for a discussion on barbell community news. On the show James and Frank discuss CrossFit HQ announcing the relocation of the CrossFit Games, the controversy surrounding Hafþór Björnsson's 501 kg Deadlift world record attempt, and big changes in the USA Weightlifting competition schedule.
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2020-04-301h 18THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!Episode VII: Addison JonesWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!
On this episode of the podcast James interviews Addison Jones ( @al_sjones ). Addison is a weightlifter who is training incredibly hard to make his dreams in the sport become reality. Every lift he does brings him one step closer to climbing the rankings in USA Weightlifting, winning gold medals at national and international meets, making Team USA, and someday the Olympic Games. On the show James and Addison discuss Addison's current training focuses, how he mentally prepares for training sessions and competition, and fond memories training under Glenn Pendlay.
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2020-04-2752 minTHE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!Episode VI: JP NicolettaWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!
On this episode of the podcast James interviews JP Nicoletta ( @jpnic419 ). JP is the Coaching Education Manager for USA Weightlifting. He has been involved in the sport for over 25 years as an athlete, a National Level Coach, an IWF Category 1 Technical Official, and a broadcaster for national and international weightlifting events. On the show James and JP discuss JP's history in the sport, USAW online courses, and commentating at international events.
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2020-04-251h 16THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!Episode V: Jason MurphyWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!
On this episode of the podcast James interviews Jason "Murph" Murphy! Murph is a Head Coach at Albany CrossFit, ran several CrossFit North East Regionals, has been a member of the CrossFit community for over a decade, and is strong in the force. On the Show James and Murph ponder who would be the better CrossFitter in their prime: Anakin or Luke? They also discuss Murph's CrossFit history, thoughts on coaching, and deadlifting 405 pounds cold!
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2020-04-221h 09THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!Episode IV: Jason AckermanWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!
On this episode of the podcast James interviews Jason Ackerman! Jason is a CrossFit Level 4 Coach, a member of the world-renowned CrossFit Seminar Staff, and the author of the Best Hour of Their Day book. On the show James and Jason discuss many topics ranging from what actors would portray them in a movie on their lives to training during the pandemic to mental approaches to difficult workouts...and everything in between!
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2020-04-141h 06THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!Episode III: Danny CaseyWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!
On this episode of the podcast James interviews Danny Casey! Danny is the owner and Head Coach of the New York Weightlifting Academy. He is a USA Weightlifting National Coach, and a seasoned veteran of the sport. On the show James and Danny discuss Danny's introduction to the weightlifting, how some rule changes could make the sport better, lifting technique, and the upcoming New York State Championships.
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2020-04-131h 34The Barbell Strikes Back!Episode II: Frank FordWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!On this episode of the podcast James interviews Frank Ford! Frank is the Head Coach of CrossFit Sona located in Binghamton, NY. He is also a member of James's weightlifting team the Albany CrossFit Barbell Club. Frank has been training hard as a weightlifter for the past few years and on the show he and James discuss Frank's introduction to the sport, competitions, and fun memories.Thank you for listening.Enjoy!-------------If you enjoyed the show check out and follow these Instagram pages:@frank_ford_@crossfitsona
2020-04-0954 minTHE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!Episode II: Frank FordWelcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!
On this episode of the podcast James interviews Frank Ford! Frank is the Head Coach of CrossFit Sona located in Binghamton, NY. He is also a member of James's weightlifting team the Albany CrossFit Barbell Club. Frank has been training hard as a weightlifter for the past few years and on the show he and James discuss Frank's introduction to the sport, competitions, and fun memories.
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2020-04-0954 minThe Barbell Strikes Back!Introduction: A long time ago in a gym far, far away...Welcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!A podcast on coaching and training hosted by James McDermott. On this introductory episode James kicks things off by sharing a little bit about himself, reminisces about the past, and outlines some goals for the show.Thank you for listening.Enjoy!---------@thebarbellstrikesback@jamesamcdermott@albanycrossfit@albanycrossfitbarbellclub#thebarbellstrikesback
2020-04-0316 minTHE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!Introduction: A long time ago in a gym far, far away...Welcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!
A podcast on coaching and training hosted by James McDermott. On this introductory episode James kicks things off by sharing a little bit about himself, reminisces about the past, and outlines some goals for the show.
Thank you for listening.
Enjoy!
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@thebarbellstrikesback
@jamesamcdermott
@albanycrossfit
@albanycrossfitbarbellclub
#thebarbellstrikesback
2020-04-0316 min