Performotion Podcast

Join Bobby and Danny as they dive into the dynamic world of athletic training and competitive sports. In this episode, they explore the evolution of training methods, the integration of cutting-edge technology, and the importance of evidence-based practices in pushing athletes to their peak performance. Listeners will gain valuable insights into the physical and mental challenges that athletes fac...

In this episode of Athlete Things: Road to Junior Worlds , host Bobby sits down with Layla Soto, USA's U84kg Junior National Champion. Layla discusses her journey of dominance in the USAPL, where she consistently secured podium finishes at top-level meets. She also shares her bold decision to transition from USAPL to Powerlifting America, the USA's IPF affiliate, driven by her ambition t...

This week, Tarrin and Daisy sit down to discuss the fundamentals of nutrition, focusing specifically on powerlifting and general health. They explore several key areas, including: Ideal Macro Splits : Understanding the optimal balance of proteins, carbohydrates, and fats for peak performance and overall health. Meal Timings : Timing meals to maximise energy levels, recovery, and muscle growth. Wor...

In this episode of Athlete Things: Road to Junior Worlds , Bobby welcomes returning guest Eszter Sallai, the reigning Hungarian U69 Junior and Open National Champion. As Eszter prepares for her second Junior Worlds, she reflects on her debut at last year’s championship in Romania, where she secured an impressive 5th place finish. With 2023 Junior Worlds being her first time competing under coach S...

In this episode of Athlete Things: Road to Junior Worlds, Bobby catches up with Alba Boström, the current Ranked #1 Female in Sweden while still being a Junior.  Alba, who has already competed in five World Championships, is preparing for her sixth in Malta.  Fresh off an impressive 4th-place finish at the Open Worlds in Lithuania, she reflects on the power of healthy competition and how it has dr...

In this episode of "Athlete Things: Road to Junior Worlds," Bobby chats with Maybelle Thieu and Joyce Solis, who recently competed at the APA Junior Nationals 2024, placing first in the U69 Juniors and second in the U63 Juniors, respectively, with Maybelle also claiming the title of Junior Best Female Lifter.  Both athletes, coached by Danny, share their experiences of balancing seriousn...

In this episode, Tarrin, Steve, and Chris sit down to discuss the role of accessories in powerlifting. One of PerforMotion's Exercise Physiologists, Chris, joined to provide insight from the perspective of a rehab specialist. The conversation then diverges into pain management, exploring how accessories can be used to address the root cause of pain or to work around it.

In this episode of "Athlete Things: Road to Junior Worlds," Bobby chats with Simon Chehade and William Qin, Australia's Junior National Champions in the U93 and U59 categories, respectively. Simon also earned the title of Junior Best Male Lifter, making him Australia's strongest Junior. Simon and William discuss their intense performances at Nationals, where Simon pulled ahead...

In this episode of Athlete Things: Road to Junior Worlds 2024: Malta, Bobby sits down with Yue Ning, securing her ticket to Malta by placing second in the U57 Junior Category and third Overall Best Female Lifter at Singapore's Reformd Powerlifting Combined Nationals.  Yue Ning discusses her aspirations to qualify for Worlds, which began when she seriously took up powerlifting at the end of 20...

In this episode of Athlete Things: Road to Junior Worlds, Bobby sits down with Daisy Brooks (aka Miss Worldwide), Performotion's in-house nutritionist and Australia's u57 Junior National Champion, as she prepares for her journey to Malta in under 6 weeks. Daisy delves into her competition history, highlighting the transition from mostly local meets in Perth throughout 2023 to a hectic 20...

In this episode of Athlete Things: Road to Junior Worlds 2024: Malta, join Bobby as he sits down with Glynnis Low, who secured her spot at Junior Worlds by placing second in the U52 Junior Category at Singapore's Reformd Powerlifting Combined Nationals.  Glynnis shares her journey of transitioning from the U57 weight class to U52, driven by a desire for greater competitiveness and the potenti...

This week, Tarrin and Steve sit down to discuss the elements of reactive programming. What does it mean to program in a reactive and flexible way, and what are the benefits of this approach? How can being overly reactive be detrimental? How can we manage an athlete who wants to make knee-jerk alterations to their training? 4o

As Open Worlds in Lithuania comes to a close, another set of curtains is raised for the future generation of powerlifting in Malta. We kickstart this series "Road to Junior Worlds 2024: Malta" with none other than Sylvie Thomas, Great Britain's U52 Sub Junior National Champion. Discover how Sylvie's partnership with her coach, Tarrin Wilson from PerforMotion, has shaped her bot...

This week, Tarrin, Steve, Kelly, and David sit down to discuss gameday coaching. What makes a good gameday coach? What are some common mistakes and oversights? How do we gauge what an athlete needs from us if we have never coached them before? 

In this episode of Coach Chat, we dive into the powerlifting world with Tarrin Wilson, a dedicated powerlifting coach and athlete. Join us as Tarrin shares his journey from discovering powerlifting at the University of Leeds to competing in major competitions and coaching aspiring lifters. Tarrin opens up about his first competition experience, the pivotal moments that shaped his career, and his m...

In this episode, Tarrin, Sam, and Bobby delve into various aspects of athlete mindset. They explore common pitfalls many lifters may encounter and share strategies to enhance mental resilience and foster autonomy. 

 In this episode, Tarrin, Danny, David, Alex, and Daisy sit down to share their thoughts on IPF Worlds as well as answer some of your questions, including their opinions on sink-style bench presses, training on substandard equipment, the most overlooked aspects of coaching and programming, and game day strategies to regain focus. 

In this episode of Athlete Things, we sit down with the big handsome yummy boi, Jackson Stubberfield, as he shares his journey through recent competitions and his relentless preparation for Worlds 2024 in Lithuania. Jackson reflects on his performance at Nationals, where he hit personal bests in bench and deadlift but faced challenges with squat depth. He opens up about his training adjustments an...

In this episode of "Athlete Things," host Bobby Tan speaks with Icelandic powerlifter Alexander Örn Kárason about his journey and preparations for the 2024 World Championships in Lithuania. Alexander discusses his transition from soccer to bodybuilding, and eventually to powerlifting, driven by his competitive nature and love for the sport. He shares humorous anecdotes from his days work...

In this episode of Perf Podcasts, Natalie Laalaai discusses her powerlifting journey and preparations for the upcoming World Championships. A key focus of the conversation is her transition from feeling demotivated after the World Championships to regaining her intentionality for the Nationals. She credits a structured nutrition plan from Daisy and regular remedial massages for her improved perfor...

In this episode of Athlete Things - Road to Lithuania, host Bobby Tan welcomes Meghan Scanlon, a prominent figure in powerlifting from the US. Meghan, a 2022 world champion and four-time national champion, delves into her athletic journey. Before powerlifting, she was engaged in marathons and Ironmans during her early to mid-20s, transitioning to powerlifting in her late 20s. She reflects on the c...

In this episode of Athlete Things, Kathleen Manson Beggs, a dynamic powerlifter who has climbed from the 52kg to the 63kg weight class, shares her experiences and insights. Kathleen began her powerlifting journey in her garage during the COVID-19 lockdown, using Zoom sessions to train with her coach, Steve. This transition was pivotal, not only in her training environment moving to Brisbane but al...

In the latest episode of Perf Podcasts' "Athlete Things: Road to Worlds 2024, Lithuania," host Bobby Tan interviews Clinton Lee, a distinguished figure in Singapore's powerlifting scene.  Clinton, who serves as the president of Powerlifting Singapore and co-owns Elevate Barbell Club, shares his experiences and preparations for the upcoming World Championships in Lithuania. Desp...

Kirsty Lei came 2nd behind the Australian legend, Elizabeth Craven, at the recent APA National Championships. She's managed to secure herself a ticket to Worlds in Lithuania in the coming months, fulfilling one of her lifetime goals in a short span of time.  Bobby and Kirsty sit down and discuss how her mindset has shifted ever since starting with Steven, from being a casual gym go-er to now...

Bobby sits down with Jessica Espinal, the 47kg Powerlifting America champion! Jess shares her thoughts around her performance, her move to the IPF from the USAPL and changes she's made to her training after PA Nats. Jess shares her mentality  with external stressors in life while handling her role as a high-performance powerlifting athlete and her approach to the upcoming World Championships...