Gifted Performance Podcast

The structure on GPP Q&A podcasts has been the same for a good bit now. You ask questions, we give you answers, tangential diatribes ensue, you laugh, you learn, you like, comment, and subscribe. But this episode is a break from the norm. You'll see and hear things you previously thought were IMPOSSIBLE.  You've got questions that you want answered by the gang? Drop them in the comments b...

Go ahead and raise your hand if you remember the show True Life on MTV. We're going to play out an episode of True Life today but first, take it one step further down this nostalgia trip and comment your favorite episode below.   True Life: Hybrid Showdown  Coaches @paulie_rocket and @the_squatfather rose at the crack of dawn, Paul ate a bowl of 4AM fruit pebbles with marshmallows like a...

To Do List:   Pull out and plug in headphones...seriously don't let your mom and dad hear this one.  Head over to your favorite podcast streaming service. Link in bio, duh.  Click the latest episode of the Coaches Q&A. - Learn something, throw a couple charity laughs @the_squatfather 's way, and enjoy!  Subscribe, comment, and send it to your friends.  We're trying to...

Here's a Q&A episode that you don't want to miss, the rebirth of his swoliness @json.holt   As always, we try to tackle a variety of questions for you folks hitting: training, nutrition, mentality, and then sprinkle in the profanity laced tangents that you know and love. Over the next month, we're going to bring you nothing short of the best #content in the game. Tell your friends to get...

He's back folks! Broderick @teamevilGSP Chavez has returned to discuss his new book "Sticky Note Sports Nutrition," the magnum opus that shall be his tome in years to come, simplifying fat loss/muscle gain, and the hot topic of the month "P-Ratios."   This one is 100% certified NSFW so fire up the airpods before you start this episode. We cover some interesting topics and discuss the thought...

Another podcast, another classic, it's all we do folks! This week we had one of the most respected names in all of Tactical Performance and Physical Therapy, Dr. Jason Mitchler @jasonmitchler  Jason is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and director of operations at the William J. Hybl Sports Medicine and Performance Center in Colorado Springs. Are you jealous? Because we're jealous. J ason was als...

On this week's episode of the Gifted Performance Podcast, we have a man who needs little to no introduction. In 60 seconds, he can convey more information than your favorite coach does in five episodes of a two hour podcast.  He is the founder of Catalyst Athletics and stands atop the pinnacle of US Weightlifting as one of the most decorated and well known coaches in the sport....

We're back with another Q&A from the Triple B Boys @paulie_rocket  @cameron_cheek and @teamkuza tending to all things body composition optimization and filling up the Hyper-Trophy cabinet.  As always with this crew, questions lead to tangents and tangents lead to side questions which lead to more tangents and eventually an answer. One thing that we can guarantee is that your question...

You’re seeing that correctly! Those two handsome faces are none other than JT Pelkey [@_jtphysique] and Jarek Crew [@jarek_crew].  We’re talking all things Battle of Texas, Chicago Pro, and Mr. Olympia.  Another week, another podcast, and for those that want the 411 on what it’s like competing at the highest level of bodybuilding, this is the one for you. We brought along Coach Cam [@cam...

Raise your hand if you've ever met a neurobiologist, CrossFit games competitor, and astronaut in training who knows exactly why hamsters love cocaine? Congratulations...now you have!   This week we had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Allison Brager, a neurobiologist and sleep expert who is currently enlisted and working with the US Army. Dr. Brager got her PhD from Kent State University whe...

If you start this episode at exactly 10:51PM, you can ring in your New Year by hearing @the_squatfather say stay gifted and if that's not the way you want to ring in 2021 then you might have a few screws loose. The boys are back in town and they're answering all of your questions: good ones, bad ones, and everything in between.   Be on the lookout for AMAs on @teamkuza @cameron_cheek @pa...

Mission Statement for the Gifted Performance Podcast: Self-deprecation over everything. The goal is to stay humble by bringing on the biggest and strongest folks on the planet. This week....oh this week....we lived up to our creed.     We brought along our head powerlifting coach @tomas_neal and powerlifting PT @miketaylordpt to learn the secrets of this week's guest Ashton Rouska @wreck_it_rouska...

Back at it again with another episode of the GPP for all to see. Today's episode featured a long lost offspring of the early Gifted Performance days, @millibears.     Amelia and Paul linked up many moons ago as she began her journey back into fitness. At the time, she was admittedly jaded after leaving behind a budding young career as a national level teen NPC Figure competitor and...

You've spent all week waiting but don't you worry sweet child, the newest episode of the Gifted Performance Podcast is ready for you.  This week we had @cwteamwilson on to discuss the price one must pay to be truly shredded on stage. This one is overflowing with practical takeaways and useful anecdotes from one of the best coaches in the world.     We want to give a huge thanks...

After being crowned Spotify’s Podcast King yesterday, it is with great pleasure that we release our latest episode of the GPP with @revivestronger.  Topics Discussed include:  3:18 - The Revive Stronger Inception Story: Steve’s Growing Baby 20:08 - Steve’s Contest Preps and Coaching Influences 23:13 - 200 Episodes Later: What does Steve do differently in training? 32:45 - How about nutri...

What do we have for you today? It’s ANOTHER Bodybuilding Q&A!  The people have spoken: The Bash Brothers of Bodybuilding [@paulie_rocket @cameron_cheek and @teamkuza] are back by popular demand. Buckle Up.  Topics discussed include: 3:22 - Question from @zbro58: Can you talk about the importance of salt in the diet? 14:38 - Question from @mamartin.05: Are there benefits to eating the...

Ho ho! Hey hey! It’s a bodybuilding Q&A!  Our extremely handsome host had the pleasure of asking some crowd sourced questions to the one and only Bash Brothers of Bodybuilding, @paulie_rocket @cameron_cheek and @teamkuza.  Topics discussed include: 3:27 - Question from @Baylofit: Do you prefer chicken breast or protein powder? Which would be superior for muscle growth and recovery fr...

This week's episode features three of our own GP Coaches discussing all things related to stress in lifestyle/general population clients. Jess (@jessi.leee) takes us through a deep dive on what the root causes of stress are for her clientele and we let Dom (@teamkuza) dig into the science of what happens physiologically when we are chronically stressed out. These two are contractually obligated to...

New episode of the GP Podcast with @shift_movementscience, Dave Tilley, is live on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcast, and via smoke signals from the greater Massachusetts area.  We want to give a huge shout out and thank you to Dave for coming on!  Topics discussed include: 1:58 - The Tilley Tale: Gymnastics, Weightlifting, Education, and the inception of Shift Movement   7:33 - Shift...

This week we had the honor of sitting down with the great John Jewett (@johnjewett3) to talk through his Olympia prep and all things evidence based bodybuilding.  John is one of the few IFBB pros that speaks to the scientific literature on a daily basis while providing top tier coaching for his clients and also finding practical takeaways allowing him to continue improving his physique after...

This week, we have Keir Wenham-Flatt (@rugby_strength_coach) joining us on the podcast. Keir's project Strength Coach Network (strength_coach_network) is an absolute gem of a resource for strength coaches young and old. Keir is one of the most respected minds in strength and conditioning right now so it was a treat to have him on and pick his brain. There are infinite nuggets of wisdom in this one...

She had her spotlight on our IG page about a week ago (cue the Bobby Shmurda) and you might have said to yourself, “How can I learn more about this strong lady?” Well today is the day!  Topics Discussed include: 2:52 - Who is Ms. Vanessa Falero 6:11 - Vanessa’s Athletic History 13:44 - Squatdad and Vanessa Link Up 17:59 - Training Programs from Pinterest? 22:19 - Contest Prep Deets: Lee Haney Clas...

Athlete Diaries with our very own @doc_hierholzer talking through her 2020 prep...shall we call it the COVID prep?  Topics discussed include: 3:17 - Maria’s Contest Prep History 6:10 - Planning for Progress from Season to Season 12:45 - Breaking up with Coach #1 23:53 - Maria’s 2020 Prep to Jr USAs 26:18 - Cam’s Approach to Creating Process Oriented Athletes 34:02 - The Corona-Adjusted Show S...

NSFW: Part 2 of the Tactical Performance Gifted Podcast with @anniegunshow is live and in living color.  Topics discussed include: 1:04 - Four Low IQ Dinguses Small Talk and Try to Name a Podcast 5:08 -Tactical Population Injury Rates: Chronic vs Acute vs Career Ending 11:07 -Training Modalities that Most Frequently Appear as Probable Cause of Injury 18:53 -Incentives to Work Through Injury i...

Episode Numero Uno ☝🏼 with the newest addition to the Gifted Team, the Gunshow herself, Annie Gunshow; @anniegunshow 🔫🔫 pew pew  Little did she know, this was her interview for joining the team and boy howdy did she impress.  Topics Discussed include:  1:44 - “Bromada” and a flawless transition into the Annie (silent H) Hromada Introduction 13:26 - Differences between tactical pe...