Best Under Further Review Podcasts (2025)

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Overhead Positioning 41:12

20d ago41:12

41:12

In this episode we are breaking down how we suggest to hold and support the bar overhead with your upper body. This includes what we consider supporting and best distributing the weight, versus muscling the weight and/or more so isolating certain areas of the body, with the actions and positions of the wrists, elbows, shoulders, and scapulas. Tune …

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Foot Stability 33:20

1M ago33:20

33:20

In this recording we consider foot stability and how it might affect your lifting. Tune in to hear how you can assess and address any potential lacking in this area through barefoot observations and exercises. Enjoy the show!By USA Weightlifting

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Around The Nest: Turning The Corner 1:01:43

2M ago1:01:43

1:01:43

The 2025 Minor League Baseball season has reached the halfway point, and for the Toronto Blue Jays system (oft-maligned last year), things are definitely turning around. In this episode of the Around the Nest Blue Jays minor league podcast, host Tyler Zickel, play-by-play voice of the Vancouver Canadians, chats with his fellow affiliate broadcaster…

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The Zen of Weightlifting 56:21

2M ago56:21

56:21

Today we talk about the calm, presence, and focus you should have for optimal lifting and performance. Tune in for our perspectives and suggestions on how you can obtain and hone these critical characteristics and skills. Enjoy the show!By USA Weightlifting

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The Pull Under 35:02

3M ago35:02

35:02

In this episode we are discussing an exercise we are calling a “pull under”, which can be performed with the clean or the snatch grip, and is one of my favorite exercises and one I’ve made an adjustment to, to add to my own teaching progressions. Tune in to hear about the purpose of the modification, and all the ways you can benefit from isolating …

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Around The Nest: Climbing The Ladder 1:11:31

3M ago1:11:31

1:11:31

In the second episode of Around the Nest, the Blue Jays minor league podcast, host Tyler Zickel (the play-by-play voice of the Vancouver Canadians) takes listeners on another continent criss-crossing look around the Toronto Blue Jays farm system. First stop on the tour is a visit with Buffalo Bisons broadcaster Pat Malacaro, who was with the Bisons…

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Around The Nest: Sweet Sound of Spring 59:58

3M ago59:58

59:58

Travel around the Blue Jays minor league system without ever leaving your house! Around the Nest, a bi-weekly look at the top stories among the Blue Jays affiliates, is back for another season hosted by Tyler Zickel, play-by-play man for the Vancouver Canadians of the Northwest League. Batting leadoff is the voice of the New Hampshire Fisher Cats o…

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Cleans & Snatches Sittin in a Tree... 30:25

4M ago30:25

30:25

In this recording we are considering how combining cleans and snatches together in the same set as a complex might help overcome faults that are isolated to one lift or the other. Tune in to hear how you can give this a try in your own training if you feel it is indicated. Enjoy the show!By USA Weightlifting

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Get Swole 2 40:07

4M ago40:07

40:07

Today we are circling back around to considering the benefits of Bodybuilding towards your Olympic lifting potential, as well as your health and longevity as an athlete and human. Tune in to hear our updated and additional suggestions on the topic. Enjoy the show!By USA Weightlifting

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The Finish 43:11

5M ago43:11

43:11

Today we are giving terms and defining the portion of the lift where the greatest speed is in need, which includes your body reaching its highest point before going under the bar, as well as the pulling of your body under the bar and the subsequent lockout. Hence, finishing the “pull” of the lift. Additionally, we discuss how and why at times we ca…

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The Power Clean 48:58

5M ago48:58

48:58

In this episode we are considering the importance of the power clean when it comes to your potential in the clean, and your overall Olympic lifting ability. We give our takes on athletes who might need to do more power cleans, and those that might need to do less or even none at all. Additionally, we suggest some ways to incorporate them into your …

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Navigating Knee Pain 50:52

6M ago50:52

50:52

In this recording we are talking through our experiences with the common occurrence of knee pain, and give some suggestions on how you can consider navigating through, if it is ever an issue for you. Enjoy the show!By USA Weightlifting

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Most Common Mobility Issue 38:49

6M ago38:49

38:49

Today we are discussing what we feel is the most common mobility issue present in the community, how you can assess and gauge where you might be in this area, and some examples of some work you can put in to help increase your range of motion if needed. Enjoy the show!By USA Weightlifting

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New Year, No Fear 43:32

7M ago43:32

43:32

Today we are bringing in the New Year with a conversation about how we should all be reflecting on where we were, what we were working on, and what we accomplished through 2024, and where we want to go now. The Holidays are past us all now and it is time to get back to work, and Cheryl and I have included examples and thoughts of more complexes you…

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Holiday Training 43:12

8M ago43:12

43:12

In this episode, we are talking through some suggestions to help us all navigate our training and health through the Holidays to finish out the year the best and strongest we can. Enjoy the show!By USA Weightlifting

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Greatest Hits: A Weightlifting History Lesson w/Artie Drechsler 1:02:34

8M ago1:02:34

1:02:34

This week we are digging deep into the vault and re-releasing an episode we originally recorded in July of 2018 with an absolute GOAT of our sport, Artie Drechsler. Tune in to learn more about this individual who has done so much for our sport, and a ton about the general history of weightlifting. Enjoy the show!…

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Around The Nest: 2024 Minor League Season Wrap-Up Show 1:18:22

8M ago1:18:22

1:18:22

The broadcasters from the Buffalo Bisons, New Hampshire Fisher Cats, and Vancouver Canadians look back at the 2024 season in the Blue Jays minor league system. Pat Malacaro (triple-A Buffalo) leads off with host Tyler Zickel (high-A Vancouver) to talk about a Bisons season that did not turn out as expected, with the likes of Leo Jimenez and Addison…

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The No-Contact Drill 35:19

9M ago35:19

35:19

Today, following a little detoured conversation about some of our current superstars American athletes, we discuss how not contacting your body with the bar in the clean or the snatch can be used as a beneficial drill for SOME athletes. To fully grasp this concept, and if it might be an option for you to use to help optimize your movement, you have…

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The Clerk 32:11

9M ago32:11

32:11

n this recording, we are talking about the unconventional exercise called the “Clerk”. At first glance, this can look like someone just performing the clean and jerk incorrectly, or at least rushing it to an extreme extent. If that doesn’t give enough of a hint as to what this exercise actually is, tune in to hear the specific description of the mo…

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Proper Program Percentages 39:16

10M ago39:16

39:16

Today we are excited to cover a suggestion from another listener; what to do when an athlete is using old or improper maxes to take percentages off of. Tune in as we delve into how this might affect the athlete and the program, and suggestions you can make or conversations you can have with yourself or your athletes to ensure an understanding of wh…

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The Hookgrip and the Front Rack 36:25

10M ago36:25

36:25

In this episode we are debating on whether or not lifters should hold onto their hookgrip within the reception of the clean, as well as considering the use of the hookgrip, or even a full grip within front squats. Tune in to hear our thoughts and tips on the topic. Enjoy the show!By USA Weightlifting

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Overthinking 39:46

11M ago39:46

39:46

In this recording, we are fulfilling a listener’s request to discuss overthinking. Specifically, how it can negatively affect an athlete’s lifting and progress, and what might help to overcome the issue. Tune in to hear our perspectives on the topic. Enjoy the show!By USA Weightlifting

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Olympic Stuff 39:36

12M ago39:36

39:36

Today, Cheryl is telling us about her experience as an NBC commentator for the Olympics, as well as gives some general observations and tells us a few stories involving a few of the moments that stuck out the most to her. Additionally, we navigate through an overview of the performances of our own amazing athletes who all represented Team USA so st…

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Around The Nest: Without Further McAdoo 56:14

12M ago56:14

56:14

On this episode of Around The Nest, the Toronto Blue Jays minor league podcast, host Tyler Zickel checks in on double-A New Hampshire and low-A Dunedin coming out of the roster upheavals after the trade deadline and speaks with Altoona Curve broadcaster Jon Mozes about Charles McAdoo, the return for Isiah Kiner-Falefa. Broadcaster Chris Jared is th…

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Effective Squat Programs 57:07

12M ago57:07

57:07

In this episode, we are delving into what is the base of any weightlifting training plan; squat programs. There are many to choose from of course, but tune in to hear the specifics of six squat programs that I’ve done regularly in my career as an athlete and coach with much success. I hope that some of you may give at least a few of them a try. Enj…

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When to Cue-When to Drill 38:22

1y ago38:22

38:22

In this recording we are talking about when it is most appropriate to give a cue, when it is most appropriate to use a drill, and when and how both might be needed to help change, solidify, or optimize your movement. Enjoy the show!By USA Weightlifting

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Jumping To The Side 29:54

1y ago29:54

29:54

In this episode, we are considering the occurrence of jumping to one side or the other when a lifter receives their snatches and cleans. Is this something that YOU do in your own lifts? Tune in to learn why this might be happening, and what you can do to begin to address it. Enjoy the show!By USA Weightlifting

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Around The Nest: Second Half Refresher 42:39

1y ago42:39

42:39

The second half of the Minor League Baseball season seemed to have just started and teams are getting ready to put their feet up for a breather as they enter All-Star Game weekend. With the trade deadline coming soon after, the Blue Jays' minor league broadcasters are gearing up for various roster machinations that could affect their teams. The epi…

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Observing Nationals Week 45:16

1y ago45:16

45:16

his week we are recapping and giving our thoughts on Nationals week, which took place recently through mid-June, from a commentator’s perspective. It was a great week and a great meet with lots of good, consistent, and big lifting, and it was a pleasure to take part and now unpack here. Enjoy the show!…

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Weightlifting Mishaps and Adaptabilty 48:29

1y ago48:29

48:29

In this recording we are giving some examples of scenarios that may unexpectedly pop up in competition that athletes and coaches will need to adapt to and overcome to have a chance at getting the most out of the day. Tune in to hear our recommendations and a few stories from some of our own experiences. Enjoy the show!…

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Around The Nest: Turning The Corner 44:58

1y ago44:58

44:58

Around The Nest is the Blue Jays’ minor league podcast where the broadcasters from single-A all the way up to triple-A get together to talk about the performances of Blue Jays minor leaguers in the past two weeks. Pat Malacaro (AAA Buffalo Bisons) reported on his team’s tough run of injuries, Nathan Lukes is doing everything well, Riley Tirotta’s p…

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Warming Up with Complexes 32:09

1y ago32:09

32:09

This week we are talking about complexes, which are combinations of different variations of a snatch, a clean, or a jerk. Tune in to hear why you might use them in your training, and how you can implement them into your warm ups with purpose. Enjoy the show! Snatch Specifc Warm Up Complex (empty bar) 2 Rounds -Round 1 to be done barefoot 1 round = …

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Around The Nest: Rafael Ohashi shuts out Northwest League 52:43

1y ago52:43

52:43

Around The Nest is the Blue Jays’ minor league podcast where the broadcasters from up and down the farm system get together to talk about the performances of Blue Jays prospects in the past two weeks. This week, we welcome Chris Georges, the Vancouver Canadians’ broadcast assistant, to the Nest. Chris G. is joined by Chris Jared of the New Hampshir…

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Training Partner or No 27:14

1+ y ago27:14

27:14

In this episode we are considering the benefits of having a training partner or training with a group, as well as some benefits to training completely alone. Tune in to hear about our experiences in both settings, and our recommendations on the topic. Enjoy the show!By USA Weightlifting

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Around The Nest: New Kids on the Block 52:34

1+ y ago52:34

52:34

One month into the 2024 minor league season we get our first reports on the performance of Blue Jays prospects from low-A to triple-A from the Around The Nest crew. Host Tyler Zickel, the Voice of the Vancouver Canadians, is joined by long-time Nester Pat Malacaro (Buffalo Bisons) and newcomers Chris Jared (New Hampshire Fisher Cats) and Larry Lars…

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Observing the Olympic Lifts 41:33

1+ y ago41:33

41:33

In today’s recording we talk about how it is easy, especially for a newcomer, to look at a lift and just see general speed or strength, or a made or missed attempt. But, if someone is trying to learn and best understand the Olympic lifts, where should or can they direct their eye when observing a snatch, clean, or a jerk? What should they notice? W…

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ATW Episode 290: How Sweep it Isn't 52:58

1+ y ago52:58

52:58

Josh and Nick discuss the first three weeks of the Jays season with looks at the struggling, but puzzling offence that is seeing signs of life from Daulton Varsho but not Kevin Kiermaier, the starting staff that has seen steps forward from José Berríos and Yusei Kikuchi with an intriguing debut from Yariel Rodriguez, how Alek Manoah could fit into …

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Qualifying For The Olympics 39:03

1+ y ago39:03

39:03

In this episode we’re excited to announce that the 2024 Olympic Team has been named! Along with stating exactly who you can expect to see on this premier stage, we tell a few stories about our own journeys of chasing the Olympic Dream, and how the processes have changed. Enjoy the show!By USA Weightlifting

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It's Supposed To Feel Heavy 34:59

1+ y ago34:59

34:59

In today’s recording we are considering how difficult weightlifting is in general on an individual basis. Is it harder for some athletes than others when it comes to technique, training, and ultimately lifting heavy? Do some athletes have to do something extra special to lift heavy and then recover from those efforts whereas for others its just all…

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ATW Episode 289: The 2024 Season Preview 53:42

1+ y ago53:42

53:42

Instead of the traditional 26 in 52, Nick and Josh break down the various sections of the roster and the strengths and weaknesses of each. They also answer listener questions and give their predictions for the 2024 season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Bret Sayre

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How Do YOU "Stack" Up? 35:58

1+ y ago35:58

35:58

In this episode we are talking about the imperativeness of being able to stack your body and the bar in your key support positions. If this straight line is not seen in your lifting, it is important to understand whether it is a lack of awareness or knowledge, something missing in your technique, or limited mobility. Tune in to hear our definition …

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Jumping Forward within the Olympic Lifts 30:56

1+ y ago30:56

30:56

Today we are explaining why we feel that if you are jumping forward ANY AMOUNT when you receive your snatches or cleans, you are not moving as efficiently as you could be. Be sure to check where your feet are landing in relation to where they are starting to know if you are in need of some attention in this area, and tune in to to understand the po…

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Around The Nest Special Edition: Blue Jays Non-Roster Invitees 38:39

1+ y ago38:39

38:39

On this special edition of Around The Nest—the Toronto Blue Jays minor league podcast—host Tyler Zickel of the Vancouver Canadians is joined by the Voice of the Buffalo Bisons Pat Malacaro to introduce Jays fans to these non-roster players: #63 Andrew Bash #74 Zach Britton #89 Jimmy Burnette #71 Phil Clarke #77 Connor Cooke #73 Chad Dallas #69 Luis…

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Slow Down to Speed Up 26:50

1+ y ago26:50

26:50

In this episode we are trying to inspire you to check your speed. Are you taking your time enough in the set up? Are you initiating the movement at a rate that you can maintain tension, position, and overall quality throughout the remainder of the lift? Tune in to hear our suggestions on how, where, and why to potentially SLOW yourself down! Enjoy …

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Keeping Youth in the Game 46:20

1+ y ago46:20

46:20

In this episode we are discussing the involvement of school-aged kids in our sport, how one could partake in that type of recruitment, and how to inspire them and set them up to continue lifting. Tune in to hear our perspectives and recommendations on the topic. Enjoy the show!By USA Weightlifting

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When Should I Compete? 35:32

1+ y ago35:32

35:32

Today we’re answering one of the most common questions that we get from athletes as coaches, which is, “when should I compete?” With this, they are asking, and perhaps you are wondering yourself, if we think that they are READY to compete. Tune in to hear our thoughts on what you should consider when you are thinking about jumping into your first c…

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ATW Episode 288: Payroll Priorities 47:09

1+ y ago47:09

47:09

Josh and Nick discuss the Jays offseason so far including the odd slow pace to the whole league, the somewhat confusing additions of Kevin Kiermaier and Isiah Kiner-Falefa and what they bring to the table, the depth signing of Yariel Rodriguez and his value to the club, Ross Atkins fanning the flames of the fanbase and finally, what comes next. The…

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Setting Goals in 2024 51:56

1+ y ago51:56

51:56

In this first episode of the new year, we are talking about the act of setting goals, specifically in the year of 2024. We consider the basics of setting goals in weightlifting in general, but also how it might be different, or what types of things we might all need to be aware of as we are planning out what we’d like to accomplish now, versus 10 o…

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The "Scoop" 44:07

1+ y ago44:07

44:07

In this episode we are discussing the portion of the snatch and clean that begins when the bar is at the level of the knees, and ends once the bar reaches the hips, or rather, the “power position”. This small segment is known by many in the community as the “scoop”, since done correctly, a scooping action can be perceived as the knees maneuver unde…

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The Jerk: To Push, Power, Split, or Squat? 46:49

1+ y ago46:49

46:49

Today we are once again talking about the jerk. Specifically, we compare the styles of the split jerk, the power jerk, the push jerk, and the squat jerk. What exactly are each and what are their benefits, advantages, and disadvantages; and which might be best for you? Enjoy the show!By USA Weightlifting

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