Posted by Tony Montgomery under Podcast  on Dec 27 2017



In Episode 20 we talk with Aaron Palko, elite level powerlifter in the 242lbs weight class with a 2075lbs total in sleeves. He is starting his prep for the Arnold where he looks to total over 2200lbs in wraps and hit a 900lbs plus squat. We go over having fun in the gym, finding a good support system, and we take a look at how he sets up his training which is a unique approach.
 
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Posted by Tony Montgomery under Podcast  on Dec 20 2017



In Episode 19 we have on Max Aita, head weightlifting coach for Juggernaut Training Systems, former elite level powerlifter in the 220lbs class. We go over a ton of great things in this episode, a smart approach to training for long-term success, transitioning from an athlete to a coach, and we talk a bit about his new eBook on exercise selection for weightlifters and what they do.
 
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Posted by Tony Montgomery under Podcast  on Dec 13 2017



In Episode 18 we have on Andrew Herbert, former ATWR holder in the 242lbs class. We talk about his training at Boss Barbell, how he has changed his training around after tearing his triceps at the US Open, the recovery process, his new sponsorship with Animal, and his favorite supplements. One of the nicest people you will ever meet and I can't wait to see him back on the platform.
 
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Posted by Tony Montgomery under Podcast  on Dec 06 2017



In Episode 17 we talk with Samantha Calhoun, a 63kg lifter in the USAPL who took 2nd place at Nationals in 2017. She has her Master's in Exercise Science and her CSCS. We go over her training for the Arnold, how she stays focused in big meets, her track background, and her current coach/athlete relationship.
 
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