Muscle UP Podcast

In this episode, I’m joined by Inori Serre – a sports psychologist, mental coach , and athlete with personal experience in streetlifting, calisthenics, circus arts, and competitive swimming . Together, we explore the often-overlooked mental side of strength sports and how mental coaching can become a game-changer — especially when it comes to handling pressure, building confidence, and staying foc...

In this episode, I’m joined by Daniele Mendoza – Australian streetlifting athlete and Nike trainer – to talk about her path into the sport, her training structure, and what’s happening in the growing streetlifting community in Australia . We dive into her journey from basketball to calisthenics, and how she transitioned into strength-focused training and eventually competition. Daniele shares insi...

In this episode, I’m joined by Adam Ahlberk , Swedish calisthenics athlete and founder of Provity , to talk all things supplements — what works, what doesn’t, and what actually matters when it comes to performance in Streetlifting and Calisthenics . We start with Adam’s personal journey into the sport, how he moved from athlete to coach and eventually developed his own supplement line for elite-le...

In this episode, I’m joined by Samuel Kidane and Albin Gordan , the minds behind Streetlifting Nordic , to take you behind the scenes of one of the most anticipated competition of the Nordic Region of the year: Streetlifting Nordic 2025 , happening November 15–16 at the Power Fitness Expo in Stockholm. Samuel and Albin, both active athletes in the sport, are stepping back from competition this yea...

In this episode, I’m joined by Tim Reichel , co-founder of Final Rep , to talk about the past, present, and future of one of the most influential organizations in the international Streetlifting scene. We take a deep dive into the origins of Final Rep , how it grew from a grassroots idea into a structured competition platform, and what drives Tim and his team to keep pushing the sport forward—larg...

In this episode, I’m joined by Cresci-Anne Croes – athlete and platform moderator at the Final Rep Streetlifting World Championships 2025 . Cresci played a key role in bringing the event to life through her work on the livestream and platform announcements. Together, we reflect on standout moments from the female categories , share our impressions from behind the scenes, and talk about the growing...

In this special crossover „Denglisch“ episode of the Muscle UP Podcast and Dip or Die , I’m joined by Micha Schulz , founder of King of Weighted – and a fellow Schulz! Together, we take a look back at the German Open 2025 , share our personal takeaways, and highlight standout moments from this year’s competition. With just three months to go until the Streetlifting World Championships , we also ch...

In the next preview episode, we focus on the female starter list for the 2025 German Open Streetlifting Championships . I am joined by none other than Christina Fröhlich , reigning European Champion in the -70 kg category and one of the most accomplished female athletes in the sport. Together, we take a detailed look at the confirmed athletes across all categories, discuss notable competitors, and...

In this special preview episode, we take a deep dive into the male starter list for this year’s German Open Streetlifting Championships 2025 ! I’m joined by two well-known voices inthe scene: Timo Wunnenberg , elite athlete and multiple-time champion, and Sinh Huynh aka Shao , German head judge and one of the top athletes in German Streetlifting. Together, we take a close look at the athletes on t...

Branding für Athleten & Coaches – Warum es wichtig ist In dieser Episode von MUSCLE UP sprechen Nadine und Brand Designerin Jenny über die Bedeutung von Branding für Athleten und Coaches. Jenny, verantwortlich für das MUSCLE UP Branding, gibt Einblicke in ihre Arbeit und erklärt, wie Branding Sichtbarkeit und Professionalität steigert. Warum ist Branding auch für Nicht-Coaches relevant? Wie ve...

In today’s episode , I sit down with Whitney Otto. Whitney is a World Champion athlete, co-host of the Untrained podcast, and executive coach. Along with her co-author Deb, a nationally recognized body image therapist, Whitney has developed the transformative "BodySelf" approach to body image healing, described as “couples therapy for you and your body image.” In this insightful conversation, we e...

Today, I welcome Lena Christensen , a true powerhouse! Lena is a mother of three, works two demanding jobs, owns her own gym, and still finds the time and energy to compete in Streetlifting. It was an inspiring conversation with Lena as we dove into her incredible journey, her passion for fitness, and how she balances her multifaceted life. We talked about her motivations, the challenges she faces...

Today, I welcome Jovan Mastilovic, the Serbian Streetlifting Veteran, organizer of many Balkan Streetlifting Competitions, Coach and Balkan SL Heavy Weight Champion in 2024. It was a fun talk with Jovan about Streetlifting, Serbia and Balkan Countries, his plans for 2025, upcoming competitions an potential Youth Streetlifting Championship that might take place in Serbia? Additionally, find out if...

Talking about Streetlifting in the Nordic Countries… Today, I am happy to welcome Samuel Kidane, the founder of the Streetlifting Nordic Competition. Samuel will tell us more about what’s going on Streetlifting wise currently in the Nordic Countries, which athletes we should take an eye out for and what are his plans as an organizer for the next Streetlifting Competitions in the Nordic Countries....

Thanks you for 1 year of the Muscle UP Podcast. I look forward to 2025 and therefore it would be great if you could share your feedback / content / guest requests, etc. for the new year with me either in the comments or with me on instagram :) And don't forget to leave a rating ;-)   My Instagram for Feedback Messages: : https://www.instagram.com/nadinemuscleup/ Cooperations: -5% with "MUSCLEUP" a...

The story behind the most interesting female Streetlifting Newcome in 2024 and what to expect from her in 2025...   Today, I welcome Martha Lubczynskyj , -57kg World Record Holder in Muscle Ups and Chin Ups and probably the biggest surprise Athlete at this year's European Championship… How Martha managed to get so strong within only a year and what we can expect from her next year...   Guest: Mart...

The Secret behind Nadine’s incredible strength, her plans for next year,…   Today, I welcome my Name sister Nadine Hettinga, -57kg European Champion in 2024 + World Champion from last year and probably the strongest Streetlifter considered by RIS Score across all Athletes competing right now…   Guest: Nadine Hettinga Check out the links below for more information about Nadine: Instagram Nadine H.:...

A short Recap of EUROs, talking about USA Streetlifting and Worlds 2025… Today, I welcome Eugene aka Strength Gene, one of the only English speaking content creators for Streetlifting on Youtube. Eugene not only commented this year’s European Championships, sharing his deep knowledge about the Sport there but is also the found & president of USA Streetlifting and giving his best to drive the s...

Talking about EUROs, his plans for next year and why he become even stronger in 2025… Today, I welcome Bartlomiej “Barto” Orchowski, -80kg Balkan Champion, 2x World Champion in 2022/2023 and qualified on 1st place for the European Championship. Barto is also known for his crazy training conditions on a ship on the sea and still being able to hit unbelievable numbers in competitions. Recently, ther...

Talking about EUROs, his plans for next year and if he will ever consider wearing elbow sleeves…. Today, I welcome Theo Goutte-toquet, -94kg French National Champion, and qualified as 2nd place for the European Championship. Theo is a Powerlifting & Streetlifting Athletes and having one of the strongest Dips in SL even without using Elbow Sleeves. What’s his secret of success, if he will ever...

Why Christina is actually one of the “OJs” in Calisthenics / Streetlifting… Today, I welcome Christina Fröhlich, -70kg Class female German German and the potential favorite for the European Championship. In the Episode, Christina is not only sharing a few insights on how her current prep for the European Championship goes. Additionally, she also shares her story on how she started Calisthenics and...

In today's Episode I welcome Faye Butler & Jermaine Straker, two of the best UK Athletes and with Faye also the favorite for the -63kg class of the girls at EUROs this year. Jermaine completing us girls with ultimate Streetlifting Expertise and lots of interesting insights about UK Streetlifting. Together we will analyze the starting list of the girls at the Final Rep Euros. Listen in for more...

In today's Episode I welcome Shao (Sinh Huynh), the best German -73kg athlete and part of the Judging Committee at Final Rep. Together we will analyze the starting list of the guys at the Final Rep Euros. Listen in for more information.

Today, I welcome Badr van der Stoel, -94kg Benelux Champion, and qualified as 4th place for the European Championship only 0.5kg below place 3. Badr is one of the original Bodyweight Calisthenics “OJs” and nevertheless also one of the strongest Streetlifting Athletes across the world. Badr shares in this podcast his background story, his key to success and plans for the future and of course additi...

Today, I am happy to welcome Jan Walter, -87kg Benelux Champion, and qualified as 3rd place for the European Championship. In this Podcast we talk about his insane progress over the last few years, answer all your questions and if the thinks he has got a shoot to beat Pere Coll at EUROs this year. Additionally, Jan explains a bit about the new dutch Streetlifting Brand MPDS, its plans for the futu...