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Speed First with Justin Ochoa – The Barbell Life 379

I just recently found out about Coach Justin Ochoa. He’s a young guy but he is doing some amazing things with speed. And he’s gone from being a “strength fixes everything” guy to a “speed first” guy – so we had a lot to talk about. [thrive_leads id=’14254′] LISTEN IN TO TODAY’S PODCAST AS WE […]

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Tactical Athletes and Bridge with Coach Ryan Carroll – The Barbell Life 378

Today we talk with my good friend Ryan Carroll about training tactical athletes. Talk about a challenge! They’ve got to be strong and fast – and have an engine to keep going when it’s needed. Along the way, Coach Carroll has also really benefited from DATA. So of course we talk about data, how to

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Hanging with Coach Gillespie

This past Thursday I had the honor of hanging out with the Godfather of Strength, Coach Bill Gillespie. He works with Sorinex Exercise Equipment as their strength coach. I will explain more about that after I give you a quick background on Coach Gillespie. Coach Gillespie has worked in the world of strength and conditioning

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Tendon Strength and Health with Keith Baar – The Barbell Life 376

Whether you’re an athlete or a coach, it only takes one injury for you to appreciate the importance of tendons and ligaments. But while there’s tons of science out there about the best ways to strengthen and build muscles, it’s not the same for connective tissue. In many ways it feels like we’re just groping

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Wisdom from a Powerlifting Legend with JM Blakely – The Barbell Life 375

I don’t often get nervous when I’m podcasting. But I did on this one. After all, we’re talking with the world’s best bencher, powerlifting legend JM Blakely. Yes, we talk about lifting. But what’s amazing about this podcast is how this man drops so much wisdom about life. I just sat back in silence and

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Kids in Weightlifting with Will Bujanda – The Barbell Life 373

Youth athletes are near and dear to my heart. A coach who works with these athletes can change lives. The problem is that coaching kids is a completely different endeavor from coaching adults. And lots of people get it wrong. Well, my good friend Will Bujanda is here to get that straightened up. He’s developed

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