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Sports Science DudesEpisode 97 - Alyssa Parten PhD - The Powerlifting PhD: From Competition Platform to Research LabAlyssa Parten, PhD, CSCS, is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Kinesiology at The University of Alabama. Her research centers on resistance training and female physiology, with a focus on strategies to enhance female exercise performance and how resistance training may impact female long-term health. Dr. Alyssa Parten shares her expertise on female physiology and resistance training, challenging conventional wisdom about menstrual cycle-based training while advocating for personalized, auto-regulated approaches instead.• Clinical assistant professor of kinesiology researching resistance training in female physiology• Competitive powerlifter with a 292.5 lb squat, 187.5 lb bench press, and 375 lb deadlift at 138 lbs bodyweight...2025-07-2433 min
The Masters Athlete Survival GuideIron Therapy, Powerlifting After 40: A Conversation with Coach Kyle SheridanSend us a textKyle Sheridan, powerlifting coach and gym owner, shares valuable insights on how masters athletes can safely and effectively engage in powerlifting to maintain strength and mobility as they age.• Mental strength is a common denominator among successful masters athletes• Recovery is crucial - most masters athletes benefit from training only 3-4 days per week• One of Kyle's 50+ female athletes broke world records deadlifting 529 pounds• Powerlifting movements help build skeletal muscle and improve balance to prevent falls• Protein intake should be 0.8-1g per pound of bodyweight for strength a...2025-05-2352 min
Limitless Healing with Colette Brown194. Strength Beyond Powerlifting: Solana Lewis on Resilience, Powerlifting, and Finding Her VoiceIn this inspiring episode of Limitless Healing, Colette Brown sits down with Solana Lewis nationally ranked powerlifter, published author, podcast host, and powerful advocate for women in strength sports. But beyond her accolades in the gym, Solana shares a deeply human journey of healing, self-discovery, and rising above.From growing up in a restrictive environment to becoming a world champion athlete, Solana's story is filled with powerful lessons in consistency, mindset, and the importance of finding your community. If you're navigating self-worth, chasing big goals, or simply looking to be uplifted, this episode is for you.2025-05-1332 min
Viva Frei - Recovering Former Litigator! From Law to Politics & BeyondOh Trans Canada! April Hutchinson, Suspended for Calling Out Male Competitor in Female Powerlifting!Exclusive interview with Canadian powerlifter April Hutchinson, who faced a 2-year suspension from the Canadian Powerlifting Union after speaking out against a male athlete competing in women’s events under the pretext of being "trans". April shares her story, the backlash she endured, and her fight for fairness in women’s sports.
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The Okay Podcast Powered by The Strength Co.EP 31: Meet the Female Artillery Officer Dominating CrossFit, Powerlifting, and StrongmanPodcast Hosts:
Grant Broggi: Marine Veteran, Owner of The Strength Co. and Starting Strength Coach.
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Fiercely FueledIt's Only Impossible Until It's Done with Laura Phelps-Stackhouse and Sara Buckley - Episode 77In this episode of The Fiercely Fueled Podcast, Coach Pia hosts a deep dive into the world of powerlifting with two renowned athletes, Sarah Buckley and Laura Phelps-Stackhouse. The conversation spans the personal journeys of Sarah and Laura, from their initial steps into powerlifting to reaching pinnacle achievements within the sport. Sarah, known for her incredible journey through five weight classes and Laura, recognized for her strength and significant contributions as a coach, share the nuances of training methodologies, particularly the conjugate system, and the mental and physical challenges they've navigated. They explore themes of emotional resilience, the importance...2024-05-2051 min
Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth2336: How Being Lean Impacts Muscle Growth, Why Women Typically Have a Harder Time Losing Body Fat, the Best Way to Get Ready for a Powerlifting Competition & More (Listener Live Coaching)In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin coach four Pump Heads via Zoom. Email live@mindpumpmedia.com if you want to be considered to ask your question on the show. Mind Pump Fit Tip: When it comes to strength training, there are two general ways to approach it. (2:11) An appreciation for high-level sports athletes. (15:04) Some kids need sports. (21:03) The demonization of meat. (24:31) Fake virtue signaling. (29:52) Highlighting the importance of exercise along with taking GLP-1s. (33:25) Fun Facts with Justin: Hooters Air. (48:31) 2024-05-151h 36
Gaines for Girls with Riley GainesThe USA Powerlifting President Speaks OutIn this episode, Riley is joined by Larry Maile, President of USA Powerlifting, to discuss the contentious issue of transgender women's inclusion in female sports categories. Maile, with his background in clinical and forensic psychology and powerlifting, highlights the biological strength differences between sexes and the impact on women's sports. The episode covers USA Powerlifting's lawsuit aimed at maintaining fairness in women's sports and addresses the backlash faced by athletes opposing inclusive policies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2024-04-0326 min
Embracing Flow24 - Coach Barb V - The Winning Formula: How Female Athletes Are Maximizing Performance Like Never Before!Here are the things to expect in the episode:What topics does the book cover, and what benefits does it offer readers?The unique features that this athlete's journal offers compared to others on the market.What motivated the authors to create this book?An athlete's journal that has received notable recognition for its distinctive qualities.And much more! Harnessing the force that's uniquely their own, Team XXStrong™works with individual female athletes, coaches, athletic trainers, and entire teams in creating personalized understanding around the SUPERPOWERS of being female, XX-Chromosomal athletes.Understanding the ebb...2024-04-0133 min
Oklahoma Women Want To KnowSilly boys, powerlifting is for girlsFemale powerlifters are a force to be reckoned with and the popularity of the sport is taking off in high schools all over the country, even here in Oklahoma. Sand Springs teenager Kiyah Dover won 5th place in the state high school powerlifting championship and talks about why she loves the sport of powerlifting.2024-03-2720 min
Mitchell Report Unleashed PodcastEpisode 482: How Female Powerlifter April Hutchinson Handled DiscriminationIn this episode, we had the opportunity to converse with April Hutchinson, who encountered discrimination within her sport when she raised concerns about a "biological male" by the name of Anne Andres in her powerlifting division.April found herself subjected to a suspension or potential ban, a penalty that has yet to be officially mitigated. It's important to note that April's stance is not rooted in transphobia; rather, she advocates for fairness in women's sports.Given the sensitivity of this topic, I encourage viewers to approach this podcast with an open mind before sharing their thoughts...2024-03-2550 min
Access to Inspiration114. Aneela Rose: Balancing Powerlifting, Business, and FamilySue Stockdale interviews Aneela Rose, the founder of PR agency Rose Media Group and world and British powerlifting champion. Aneela shares her journey of embracing a growth mindset and how it transformed her life personally and professionally.Learn about Aneela's challenges of balancing work, family, and personal interests, the importance of maintaining a positive mindset, and the value of continual learning and collaboration. Aneela also discusses her achievements in powerlifting, how she has overcome barriers and how it inspires her children and family.About Aneela RoseAneela Rose is the multi-award-winning founder of...2024-02-0734 min
Contrast Studios LiveLaura Phelps-Stackhouse on Powerlifting and Contrast TherapyLaura Phelps-Stackhouse has always been deeply involved in sports. She began her athletic journey with soccer, but it was during her high school years that she found a keen interest in gymnastics and track & field. Even as she moved on to higher education at Ohio State and Bowling Green, her fondness for running persisted. However, after college, Laura felt the need to challenge herself further. At 23, she embarked on a weightlifting journey at a local Powerhouse gym. This newfound interest evolved into a passion for bodybuilding, leading her to compete in three shows.https://contraststudio.com/2024-01-1021 min
Hart2Heart with Dr. Mike Hart#118 Keep Female Sports FEMALE | April HutchinsonIn this episode of Hart2Heart with host Dr. Mike Hart. Dr. Hart sits down with Canadian Powerlifter, April Hutchinson. April advocates for keeping transgender athletes separate from female sports. They discuss her record-breaking achievements in deadlifting, her experiences with transgender athletes, and her suspension from powerlifting. April also shares her experiences with alcohol and drug use along with her journey to becoming a sober athlete. Guest Bio and Links: April Hutchinson is a Canadian powerlifter. April has set remarkable records in her sport. She is a vocal advocate for fairness in women's sports and h...2023-12-281h 00
Finding Favorites with Leah JonesBee Vargas loves PowerliftingBee Vargas, AKA the reigning Ms. Illinois, loves power lifting and joined Leah to talk about her journey to embracing her larger body in and out of the gym. Whether its rooftop yoga, crushing dead lifts or representing Illinois at the national level, Bee is a delight.
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Remember Resilience?Episode 3: Gemma Young's journey to the top. Scotland's best female powerlifter tells allWelcome back to the Remember Resilience Podcast.
Today we are joined by Gemma Young, Scotland's all time top female powerlifter and one of the best Powerlifters in the world. She has an incredible 235kg squat, 220kg deadlift and 105kg Bench Press.
Her gym is littered with medals from Powerlifting competitions all over the world.
But success did not come easy for Gemma. Just 6 years ago she was a size 22, fed up with her lifestyle and health she embarked on a journey which was to take her to a size 6 and onto the bikini bodybuilding stage just 6 months later.
However this...2023-09-271h 08
The Barbell Mamas Podcast | Pregnancy, Postpartum, Pelvic HealthModifying for Pregnant and Postpartum Powerlifting | Squat, Bench, DeadliftThe sport of powerlifting consists of the big three barbell movements: the squat, the deadlift and the bench press. During the competition, you have 3 attempts to lift the most you can in each of these movements to pre-specified movements standards. It is also a weight class sport so you are competing with females of the same relative weight as you. Powerlifting has absolutely exploded in popularity over the last decade and we are pumped to see it! We now have examples of moms competing pregnant (like Lucie Martinsdottor) or coming back and breaking postpartum world re...2023-09-0545 min