PL DEN | The Powerlifter's Den

In this week's episode I have on guest Kelly Schlobohm to talk about her interesting and eventful path that led to the world of multiply powerlifting. We discuss the community, the environment and culture and what powerlifting means to Kelly.

On this week's episode I have on guest Katrina Bielomyza to discuss her 4X over ATWR bench press in the unlimited division as well as dive into the importance of a powerlifting crew, the mindset it takes, and how to last a long time in this sport.

On this week's episode I have on guest Robert Bain to talk about his very fun career in powerlifting from being involved as the platform manager for many high level meets like the WPO and Women's ProAm to him squatting 1000lbs and more.

On this week's episode I have on guest Rodney Woodward to discuss his recent accomplishment of a 2943 unlimited total to make it the 4th heaviest total of all time. We also discuss his background and what his training is like down in Virginia.

On this weeks episode I have on guest Tyler Butcher to discuss what led to his ATWR squat as was as many other things in the world of powerlifting such as the culture, training crews, and many other interesting topics.

On this week's episode I have on guest Jamie Matta to talk about his long and prestigious career in powerlifting. We delve into topics such as his role in RPS, his achievements as well as breaking down the bench press and how to use a shirt, one of his many passions within the sport.

On this week's episode I have on guest Amber Dawn of Kodiak Barbell to discuss the many aspects of being a powerlifting coach and what are some of the best pieces of advice are to become a great coach

On this week's episode I have on guest Jordan Buchla to discuss her many accomplishments both inside and outside of powerlifting. Some of these accomplishments include getting her doctorate, helping empower women and setting ATWRs on the platform.

On this week's episode I have on guest Nick Benerakis to talk about his brand Big Benchas and his powerlifting career that led to a very impressive 820 multiply bench. We discuss a bit about his coaching and some strategies to implement as well as the culture of powerlifting and what makes this sport so great and unique.

On this week's episode I have on guest James Strickland to talk about his very impressive career in powerlifting and learn more about what he's been up to and going through these past couple of years. We talk about his bench, his programming, and his future goals!

This week's episode is short and sweet but covers the interview of the 2024 Reach Rumble champion Zac Meyers and his coach MJ Greeno. We talk about the meet, the prep, the strategy, and the Rumble as a whole.

On this week's episode I have have on guest Stuart Locke to talk about his recent gruesome injury and the road to his recovery from that. We also discuss a bit about his brand Kodiak Barbell and the goals he has and the influence of social media on growing the brand and spreading training knowledge.

On this week's episode I have on guest Andrew Pfefferle out of Hellbent Barbell to discuss his recent insanely impressive 1200lb multiply squat. We discuss his background and training as well as the prep that led up to that squat and how maintaining a level of recovery while still pushing your body allowed him to accomplish this feat.

On this week's episode I have on guest Fernando Arias to talk about his impressive 2275 raw total with only a few years competing under his belt and what it took to get to where he is. We also talk about the upcoming Reach Rumble and his other competitions in the ABS Pro series and why he enjoys their meets so much.

On this week's episode I have on the multiply legend Shawn Frankl to talk about his massive total and long career in powerlifting. We discuss his role models and influences throughout his journey as well as his time training and becoming the owner of Big Iron. We also discuss about different multiply lessons and his career in bodybuilding as well.

On this week's episode I have on guest Joshua Fleming to talk about his amazing total in the raw division as well as discuss his outside life balance. We also talk a bit about his training and background and how great powerlifting is in the Northeast and the strong community behind it.

On this week's episode me and guest Dr. Derek Wilcox discuss his career in powerlifting as well as his educational background to talk about how those two blend into creating a meticulous and intentional method to performing on the platform. From messing around with equipment to water cutting and more, this episode gives a lot of insight and tricks to put your best performance to the platform.

On this week's episode I have on guest Travis Rogers, also known as Papa Bear, to discuss his career in powerlifting under many umbrellas. We discuss his role as a coach, athlete, meet director, writer and may other roles in the world of powerlifting and touch on many topics from training to running a great meet.

On this week's episode I have on guest Frank Allen to talk about his insane raw total as well as his background in the military and D1 football. We also discuss a bit about his training and his prep for the upcoming Reach Rumble.

On this week's episode I have on guest Jay Farrant, the creator of the ABS Powerlifting Series and the upcoming Reach Rumble in Provo UT. We discuss what made ABS came to be and the details of the upcoming meets of the series. We also discuss about his background in the IPF and the formation or Ireland's team while also talking and joking about the sport as a whole.

On this week's episode I have on guest Tony Carlino to talk about his recent feat of benching 1200lbs, something only 1 other person in history has done! We also discuss more about equipped bench press and the upcoming events he is competing. We also talk a bit about his background and what it's like training at CTX in Florida.

On this weeks episode I have on Connor Karwowski, a multiply lifter who has totaled over 2500lbs, on to discuss his brand Conjugate String. We dive deep into the conjugate method and how it's applied to many facets as well as discuss equipped lifting from choosing equipment, learning the gear, etc.

On this week's episode I have on guest JP Price to talk about his time in strength sports and the journey from a young wrestler to a top level strength athlete and gym owner. We also dive deep into some of the more important parts of powerlifting like the community, inclusivity and the supportive environment it truly brings.

On this week's episode I have on guest Danny Tinajero to talk about his long career in powerlifting. We also discuss some hot topics in powerlifting as well as dive into some biomechanics and ways to stay in this sport for the long run.

On this week's episode I have on guest Landri Peden to talk about her powerlifting journey that led her from training CrossFit to making her way to some of the top raw meets such as the American Pro, Ghost Clash, and Women's ProAm. We also discuss her training and coaching as well as some of her upcoming goals and impact to women in the sport.