Best Usapl Podcasts (2025)

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Ep. 212 - Larry Maile: USAPL President 51:55

23d ago51:55

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Send us a text Larry Maile, the outgoing president of USA Powerlifting, reflected on his tenure, discussing the organization's mission, challenges, and future direction. He emphasized the importance of maintaining a drug-free platform, navigating legal issues, and preserving the organization's integrity while adapting to change. The conversation al…

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2WL Episode 260- IPF Worlds, Gaston goes crazy, and freedom points 1:23:58

1d ago1:23:58

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2WL Episode 260- IPF Worlds, Gaston goes crazy, and freedom points byBy 2 White Lights

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Ep. 215 - Raw Nats Recap & Election Results 26:58

1d ago26:58

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Send us a text Lara and Josh discussed their personal lives and upcoming plans, including a Fourth of July mountain summit attempt. They reviewed the performance of their team at various lifting competitions, including Raw Nationals and other meets, where several athletes achieved notable placements and personal records despite some technical mista…

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Ep. 214 - Raw Nationals Information 16:04

9d ago16:04

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Send us a text Josh and Lara discussed the upcoming Raw Nationals competition, including logistics, prize money, and the training hall setup at the Georgia International Convention Center. They reviewed the competition schedule, confirmed participant details, and outlined the event's amenities including food concessions, cash bar, and training faci…

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Ep. 213 - 4 Pro Cards Earned! 25:47

16d ago25:47

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Send us a text Josh and Lara catch up on recent events and discuss various topics related to powerlifting, including competition results, upcoming elections, and registration numbers for regional events. They share personal experiences, with Lara recounting a beekeeping incident and recommending a Yacht Rock documentary. The conversation concludes …

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2WL Episode 259- 2025 IPF Worlds, World Games, Gaston, and more 1:18:00

28d ago1:18:00

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2WL Episode 259- 2025 IPF Worlds, World Games, Gaston, and more byBy 2 White Lights

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Ep. 211 - Heather Faas: USAPL Executive Director 46:54

1M ago46:54

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Send us a text Heather Faas, Executive Director of USA Powerlifting, shared her journey with the organization and discussed her goals, including financial management, streamlining operations, and enhancing member experiences. She outlined plans for upcoming events, such as the Arnold platform event and the integration of Empower ID athletes, as wel…

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Ep. 210 - Dan Gaudreau: USAPL Presidential Candidate 31:42

1M ago31:42

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Send us a text Support the show Follow/Direct Message us @PLBalladsPodcast on Instagram & Facebook Email us at [email protected] More Information about the Podcast: https://solo.to/plballadspodcast Get the Team Rohr Training App! (Use discount code "PLBALLADSPODCAST") for the best in Powerlifting Programming The Powerlifting & Power Ballad…

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Ep. 209 - Joe Warpeha: USAPL Presidential Candidate 1:06:48

1M ago1:06:48

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Send us a text Support the show Follow/Direct Message us @PLBalladsPodcast on Instagram & Facebook Email us at [email protected] More Information about the Podcast: https://solo.to/plballadspodcast Get the Team Rohr Training App! (Use discount code "PLBALLADSPODCAST") for the best in Powerlifting Programming The Powerlifting & Power Ballad…

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Ep. 208 - John Dalessio: USAPL Presidential Candidate 24:56

1M ago24:56

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Send us a text Support the show Follow/Direct Message us @PLBalladsPodcast on Instagram & Facebook Email us at [email protected] More Information about the Podcast: https://solo.to/plballadspodcast Get the Team Rohr Training App! (Use discount code "PLBALLADSPODCAST") for the best in Powerlifting Programming The Powerlifting & Power Ballad…

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Ep. 207 - Paulie Steinman: USAPL Presidential Candidate 29:09

1M ago29:09

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Send us a text Support the show Follow/Direct Message us @PLBalladsPodcast on Instagram & Facebook Email us at [email protected] More Information about the Podcast: https://solo.to/plballadspodcast Get the Team Rohr Training App! (Use discount code "PLBALLADSPODCAST") for the best in Powerlifting Programming The Powerlifting & Power Ballad…

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Ep. 206 - Daniel Mako Kim: USAPL Presidential Candidate 45:39

1M ago45:39

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Send us a text Support the show Follow/Direct Message us @PLBalladsPodcast on Instagram & Facebook Email us at [email protected] More Information about the Podcast: https://solo.to/plballadspodcast Get the Team Rohr Training App! (Use discount code "PLBALLADSPODCAST") for the best in Powerlifting Programming The Powerlifting & Power Ballad…

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Ep. 205 - Presidential Interviews next week! 23:10

1M ago23:10

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Send us a text Josh provided updates on presidential interviews and upcoming events for USA Powerlifting, including deadlines for nominations and new meet additions to the calendar. He and Lara discussed weight cutting strategies for competitions and the importance of knowing and following competition rules to avoid disqualification. The conversati…

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Ep. 204 - Gwen Cook, Elaine Ostrander & Kevin Cregan 36:39

2M ago36:39

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Send us a text This episode focused on powerlifting experiences, with team members discussing recent competitions, training setups, and strategies for handling anxiety and unexpected situations during events. They also covered upcoming competitions, including the Raw Nationals in Atlanta, and emphasized the importance of attending national events f…

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#41 - Rise and fall of the Australian Powerlifting Union with its former president: Sean Muir 56:24

2M ago56:24

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In this episode, we sit down with Sean Muir, former president of the APU. We discus how the Federation came to be, what it did during its brief existence, the controversy during that time, and how ultimately unraveled and how the social media hype train can be a very destructive force.

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Ep. 203 - Masters Invitational Recap with Jo House & Molly Walker 33:36

2M ago33:36

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Send us a text This episode featured guest co-hosts Molly Walker and Jo House discussing their experiences at the Masters invitational in Chattanooga and their powerlifting backgrounds. The conversation covered notable performances at the event, including Jo House's impressive showing, and touched on the supportive atmosphere in the powerlifting co…

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2WL Episode 258 1:13:41

2M ago1:13:41

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2WL Episode 258 byBy 2 White Lights

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Ep. 202 - Lara talks a lot of Bee-S 29:44

2M ago29:44

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Send us a text Lara and Josh reminisce about their past experiences and share news about the passing of Bill Helmich, a well-known figure in the powerlifting community. They also discuss the upcoming Master's Invitational powerlifting meet and the appointment of Heather Faas as the new executive director of USA Powerlifting. Additionally, they prov…

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#40 - Sean Koch - Article 14, Swiss Education Laws, and the IPF’s chances of losing the case. 37:24

2M ago37:24

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In this episode of The Squat Plug, Sean Koch (@seankoch_official) discusses his journey as a powerlifter from Liechtenstein, his experiences and the implications of Article 14 on athletes' rights, and the ongoing legal battles against the IPF. Sean shares insights into his recent competition at the USAPL Collegiate Nationals (@usapowerlifting), his…

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Ep. 201 - The Deadlift Curl is NOT Legal 28:29

2M ago28:29

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Send us a text Josh and Lara discussed their podcast "Balance" and various powerlifting events, including upcoming competitions and rule violations. They also covered topics such as the U.S.A. Powerlifting elections, strategies for dealing with pre-competition injuries, and the life cycle of honeybees. The conversation ended with a lighthearted con…

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2WL Episode 257- IPF bans Stiff Sleeves 1:01:00

3M ago1:01:00

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2WL Episode 257- IPF bans Stiff Sleeves byBy 2 White Lights

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2WL Episode 256- 2025 PA Nats Recap 1:04:22

3M ago1:04:22

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2WL Episode 256- 2025 PA Nats Recap byBy 2 White Lights

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#39 - Brooke Reynolds and her experience with Domestic Abuse in the Powerlifting Community 1:42:36

3M ago1:42:36

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In this episode, we sit down with Brooke Reynolds ( @powerbrookie ) and discuss her experience with domestic abuse at the hands of a popular lifter in the community and its reception within the community: the support, the denial, and the rug brushing that took place.

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Ep. 200 - Collegiate Nationals Results & The Guy who Curled the Deadlift 52:22

3M ago52:22

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Send us a text This Episode covered various aspects of powerlifting, including the results from Collegiate Nationals, controversial performances, and ideas for improving the sport's entertainment value. Discussions ranged from analyzing top teams and individual lifters to addressing unusual lifting techniques and their impact on the sport. The disc…

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#38 - IPF Gate Chronicles: Article 14 Days Out 52:03

3M ago52:03

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On this episode of the Squat Plug, Mark and Ylli are joined by Powerlifting coach Sean Collins and recent Article 14 alumnus Zack Larmer to discus Zack’s sudden suspension 2 weeks out from PLA Nationals after competing at a local meet last November.We discuss their decision making process, what they expected would happen, and what their thoughts ab…

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Ep. 199 - USAPL Collegiate Nationals Preview ft. Cameron Barrilleaux 1:03:34

3M ago1:03:34

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Send us a text In this Episode we discuss the current state of collegiate powerlifting, the evolution of the Collegiate Nationals, and the importance of strategic thinking and number crunching in competitions. We also discussed the projected team standings for the 2025 Collegiate Nationals taking place this weekend in Oklahoma City, OK. Team Rohr P…

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#37 - Strength Training Outside of Powerlifting & a High Ass Squat Record 1:45:07

3M ago1:45:07

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On this episode of The Squat Plug, Mark and Ylli are joined by repeat guest Gabe Inman (@swolehousecookie⁠⁠) and discuss strength training outside of powerlifting, how conditioning aids strength training, Gabe’s trip to Brazil, a high ass and fake ass world record squat, and Gabe’s decision to intentionally reduce his aura before the episode.Tune i…

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Ep. 198 - High School Nationals Results & New Lifter Tip 22:56

3M ago22:56

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Send us a text Josh and Lara discussed the new features of a training app, their personal experiences with scooters and motorcycles, and the importance of following a structured training plan for efficient strength building. They also shared their admiration for a fitness influencer and discussed the reproductive process of bees. The conversation e…

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#36 - Powergrifters - Episode 5 (Part 2): Gaston[e] With the Wind 59:20

3M ago59:20

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In this episode the boys speak with Son Ngo (@_15for15) and Minh Dang (@md_after_dusk), the co-chairs of USAPL Vietnam. We go over the discrepancies in rule enforcement and corruption & favoritism in the IPF's dealings in Vietnam and elsewhere. We also discuss the Vietnam IPF affiliate's legal woes and some ridiculous fraudster shenanigans. Also: S…

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Ep. 197 - Highlights from Military Nationals 20:39

4M ago20:39

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Send us a text Josh and Lara discussed their recent attendance at the Military, Police and Firefighter Nationals, the upcoming high school nationals powerlifting meet in Wisconsin, and their personal preferences for coffee and cheese. They also discussed their respective fitness activities as of late. Lastly, they shared two interesting animal fact…

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2WL Emergency Podcast- IPF President Steps Down 35:00

4M ago35:00

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2WL Emergency Podcast- IPF President Steps Down byBy 2 White Lights

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#35 - Powergrifters - Episode 5 (Part 1): Gaston Parage and the IPF Rugsweepers 1:02:30

4M ago1:02:30

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In Part One of a Two Part series: Gaston Parage has officially resigned as president of the IPF. Rumors swirl, screenshots have been shared, and the complicity of the rest of the IPF’s leadership in sweeping these allegations under the rug is being brought into question. Join the boys and @train.true as they discuss the recent and tumultuous histor…

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Ep. 196 - Military Nationals, NGB Notice & Something Random 9:49

4M ago9:49

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Send us a text Josh and Lara discussed the upcoming Military, Police and Firefighter Nationals event, which will take place at the Newnan Centre in Newnan, Georgia on Saturday, March 15th from 9 to 4. They also discussed the upcoming National Governing Body (NGB) meeting scheduled for Monday, June 30th, where several positions, including the Presid…

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2WL Episode 255- PA Nats, Coaching tiers, the Arnold, and more 1:36:04

4M ago1:36:04

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2WL Episode 255- PA Nats, Coaching tiers, the Arnold, and more byBy 2 White Lights

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Ep. 195 - Arnold Recap: New Pro Card Holders! 37:25

4M ago37:25

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Send us a text Josh and Lara discussed the use of a Team Rohr Training App, the recent Arnold event, and upcoming powerlifting meets, including the Tournament of Power at Momocon in May. They also discussed a meet for has-beens, considered hosting a presidential debate for the USA Powerlifting President position, and discussed the American record f…

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Ep. 194 - TEAM ROHR WINS! 37:44

5M ago37:44

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Send us a text This episode covers Team Rohr's performance at the Georgia State meet, discussing individual achievements and team results. Josh and Lara reviewed various powerlifting competitions, highlighting notable performances and challenges faced by their athletes. They also shared personal experiences, including Lara's biking accident, and di…

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2WL Episode 254- Sheffield Recap, Rondel in 2025, USAPL, and more 1:33:11

5M ago1:33:11

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2WL Episode 254- Sheffield Recap, Rondel in 2025, USAPL, and more byBy 2 White Lights

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Ep. 193 - GA State Primetime 30:26

5M ago30:26

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Send us a text Lara and Josh discussed the upcoming Raw Nationals registration, the Georgia State Meet & Primetime, and recent rule changes in USA Powerlifting. They also talked about the upcoming IDFPA Worlds event, the return of international sports events, and an upcoming online USA Powerlifting club coach certification course. Lastly, they shar…

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#34 - PodCap: A Podcast Recap of the SBD Sheffield 2025 with Danny Torres 58:23

5M ago58:23

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Danny Torres (@dltgains) joins the boys on this episode of The Squat Plug to do a recap of the Sheffield 2025.The boys analyze the performance of the key lifters, the impact of the venue and the equipment, and the importance of attempt selection strategies. They speak about the consequences of ref’s decisions on the athletes’ performances, showing …

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#33 - "Real Sports" and Powerlifting with Gabe Inman (@swolehousecookie) 2:07:16

5M ago2:07:16

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In this episode of the Squat Plug, the crew is joined by Gabe Inman (⁠@swolehousecookie⁠) to discus strength training outside of powerlifting, programming within powerlifting, the unique demands of each lifter, and Article 14: a brief history

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Ep. 192 - Josh's Big Announcement 25:49

6M ago25:49

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Send us a text Lara and Josh discussed the new gym membership deal at Quest and their experiences from the recent Pro Series in San Antonio. They also shared their plans to take on new clients in 2025, focusing on powerlifting, and discussed the performance of their team at a recent lifting competition. Lastly, they discussed Josh's resignation fro…

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#32 - Power Grifters - Episode 4: A Year in Review - Where Are They Now? 1:04:28

6M ago1:04:28

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On this episode of The Squat Plug, the boys circle back last years hit series “Power Grifters” and look into how things have changed after bringing up quite a few scandals and scams too light. 2024 was a wild year...Check out the Top 5 list of the 2023/2024 Power Grifters list. We ain't forget shit. Stanek spoke on his side of the story. Flores mak…

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2WL Episode 253- Sheffield, Federation issues, one year wonders, and more 1:43:58

6M ago1:43:58

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2WL Episode 253- Sheffield, Federation issues, one year wonders, and more byBy 2 White Lights

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Ep. 191 - The Pro Finals are Here! 31:23

7M ago31:23

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Send us a text Josh and Lara discussed an update on the case involving JayCee Cooper suing USA Powerlifting for discrimination, and also shared their personal preferences and habits regarding music and podcasts. They also discussed the upcoming San Antonio event, the importance of checking banned substances before taking any supplements or medicati…

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2024 2WL Award Show 1:54:55

7M ago1:54:55

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2024 2WL Award Show byBy 2 White Lights

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Ep. 190 - IDFPA 27:19

7M ago27:19

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Send us a text Lara and Josh discussed their progress, future plans, and the new weight class rules for the 2025 competition. They also touched on the changes in the qualification criteria for Raw Nationals, the upcoming events for 2025, and the formation of the International Drug-Free Powerlifting Association (IDFPA). The conversation also covered…

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Ep. 189 - Knocking the Rust Off 16:50

8M ago16:50

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Send us a text This episode covered a range of topics, including updates on powerlifting events, personal news, and discussions about sports. Josh shared information about recent competitions, organizational changes, and his experience at the Special Olympics Fall Classic, while also providing personal updates about his family. The conversation als…

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#31 - Catching up on upcoming changes at the USAPL with Jan Daurio 1:23:12

8M ago1:23:12

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The boys sit with Jan Daurio ( @jandaurio ) and draw out a road map for how to go from being an individual that is just looking to better themselves, up to becoming one of strongest Raw Powerlifters in America, and getting invited to the USAPL Pro Series. Jan also discusses the upcoming events and changes at USA Powerlifting ( @usapowerlifting ) in…

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2WL Episode 252-Updates, Gary to UK, 83s, and more! 1:22:54

8M ago1:22:54

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2WL Episode 252-Updates, Gary to UK, 83s, and more! byBy 2 White Lights

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#30 - The Impact of Elevation on Performance and Engaging Spectators in Powerlifting Events 1:13:50

9M ago1:13:50

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In this episode the boys are back from 2024 USAPL Raw Nationals. The boys talk about if elevation can affect lifters differently during competitions. They speak about how reconciliation between federations could benefit the entire sport. The boys touch on a key flaw in federation events; Spectator Engagement. It's one more thing that federations ne…

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