Sian Arterton

The Art of Lifting

Sports EN ↓ 88 episodes

The Art of Lifting is a podcast all about lifting. Hosted by myself, Sian Arterton, a powerlifter, coach, referee/volunteer, meet host and just a huge fan of the sport; this podcast is a place for open conversations around all areas within the realm of lifting, whether that be training breakdowns, nutrition, recovery, sports psychology or just athletes (of all levels) telling their story. This podcast will be raw and unedited, open conversations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Author

Sian Arterton

Category

Sports

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Latest episode

Jul 6, 2026

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Episodes

Joe Borenstein - the best -83kg lifter right now, his training, his recent 885kg total, and more 16.12.2024

For this episode I was joined by Joe Borenstein; we talked through his entry into the sport, the journey so far, what his training and recovery look like, his recent 885kg training total (that he did during a DELOAD) & more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meg Scanlon - 63kg world champion, her journey so far, switching to a sinking bench press, & more 09.12.2024

For this episode I was joined by Meg Scanlon, the current -63kg world champion. We chat through her powerlifting journey from beginner to the best in the world, we talk through her training, being a competitive lifter whilst balancing mum life, and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gabby Martinez - her entry into the sport, competing at worlds, and much more 02.12.2024

For this episode I was joined by Gabby Martinez; we discussed a lot, including her introduction to the sport (with equipped powerlifting), her transition to classic, her training, all of her accomplishments so far as well as her coaching. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kjell Bakkelund - cutting to -66's for sheffield, what his future in the sport looks like 25.11.2024

For this episode I was joined by one of the most accomplished lifters around, Kjell Bakkelund. We talk through his time in the sport so far, his proudest moments, what his future looks like and his thoughts on the current -66kg world records. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Men's British Open 2024 Preview Show 18.11.2024

For this episode I was joined by Owen Leggett, Dan Clarke and Louis Smith as we gave our predictions for the upcoming British Open Nationals. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Women's British Open 2024 Preview Show 11.11.2024

For this episode I was joined by Owen Leggett, Dan Clarke and Louis Smith as we gave our predictions for the upcoming British Open Nationals. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Annie Nelson - what it takes to be an athlete, finding balance, and more 04.11.2024

For this episode I was joined by one of Team GB's own, Annie Nelson. Annie is a competitive -69kg lifter; in this episode we discuss her journey into powerlifting, whether she expected to get to the level she is currently at, how she balances having a social life with being a competitive athlete, as well as her coaching business and more. If you enjoy this episode be sure to share it around, leave...

Sanchez Dillon - 'The best deadlifter in the world', the upcoming -105 battle at GB nationals, moving up a weight class 28.10.2024

In this episode I was joined by Sanchez who is currently preparing for a very close battle of the British -105's. We discuss his background before powerlifting, we discuss his current training, whether he's likely to move up a weight class in the future, and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

BethFit.UK - navigating the online coaching space, growing her business & finding powerlifting 21.10.2024

For this episode I was joined by Beth, a women's strength and empowerment coach. In this episode we spoke about how Beth found herself working in the fitness industry, growing her social media, building a successful online business, and being women in business. This chat was honest and insightful, touching on so many different areas and challenges. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more i...

Owen Leggett - His entry into PL, building EST, what does it take to be a world champion lifter? 14.10.2024

For this episode I was joined by Owen Leggett, where we talked through his career, from working on the gym floor to creating one of the largest powerlifting coaching companies in the UK. We discuss his career, we discuss his experience with injury, and we speak on qualities that he sees in his top level lifters that he believes helps them reach success. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for m...

Millie Mabbutt - Her love for powerlifting, how to get into volunteering, transitioning from student to working life, finding balance 07.10.2024

For this episode I was joined by Millie Mabbutt, a competitive -76 lifter in GB; Millie talks through how she found powerlifting, her love for the sport, her passion for giving back and volunteering at meets, how to figure out transitioning from being a student and going into full time work whilst still training, and so much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hannah Matson (440 Coaching) - Nutrition, becoming a full time coach & her lifting career so far 30.09.2024

Hannah Matson (440) joined me to talk through her experience studying nutrition at university and how that's led her to where she is today, her introduction to coaching, weight manipulation methods, taking the leap to becoming a full time coach and coaching on the international stage at this year's Junior Worlds. We also talk through her competitive lifting career so far, competing at an internati...

Aquinn Onuoha - GB's top 84+ lifter - 'Powerlifting is more than just SBD' 23.09.2024

For the first episode of this podcast I was joined by British Powerlifting's top ranked 84kg+ lifter, Aquinn. We recapped her time in the sport, how she got into the sport, lessons she's learned, and goals she has for the future. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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