In this episode, Coach Brian and Coach Calvin break down everything you need to know about high-volume training for Olympic weightlifting, cover the most common mistakes lifters make with their weightlifting variations, and play a fun game of would you rather! *** SUMMER TRAINING CAMP → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Come Train With Us!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ WATCH THIS EPISODE ON …

In this episode, Coach Brian and Coach Calvin break down their biggest pieces of mindset advice for olympic weightlifters from their 15 years of experience in the sport. They also explain when it would make sense to program squats before olympic lifts, and Coach Brian goes on a rant about the huge missed opportunity USAW has to grow the sport. *** …

In this episode, Coach Brian and Coach Calvin break down how often you should max out in weightlifting based on your experience level, discuss the differences between the front rack position for the clean vs. the jerk, and dive deep on how to fix the junior to senior drop off in USA Weightlifting! *** SUMMER TRAINING CAMP → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Come Train With…

In this episode, Coach Brian and Coach Calvin break down how often you should be training and how to structure your training for 3, 4, 5, and 6x a week. They also cover how to warm up for competition, and debate some of the most common topics in weightlifting. *** SUMMER TRAINING CAMP → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Come Train With Us!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUT…

In this episode, Coach Brian and Coach Calvin break down how to focus on building muscle without losing your olympic lifts, what "stay over the bar" actually means, and rapid fire bracket their favorite snatch variations! *** SUMMER TRAINING CAMP → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Come Train With Us!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE → ⁠⁠Building Muscle Without Losing Yo…

In this episode, Coach Brian and Coach Calvin cover the 6 most common beginner snatch mistakes, dive deep on why most weightlifters never reach their full potential, talk about the most underrated accessory work for weightlifting, and rant about bodyweight and weight classes. *** SUMMER TRAINING CAMP → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Come Train With Us!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ WATCH THIS EPI…

In this episode, Coach Brian and Coach Calvin break down the difference between strength and technique for olympic weightlifting as well as three technique errors that are actually strength limitations, and three errors people think are strength issues but are actually technique errors. They also cover a few cues, drills, and programming approaches…

In this episode, Coach Brian and Coach Calvin break down the differences in olympic weightlifting, strength, and accessory programming for beginner lifters compared to intermediate lifters. Then they dive deep on the Dynamic Strength Index Test, what it means for your training, and how they'll be running this test at the FSU Sports Performance Lab …

In this episode, Coach Brian and Coach Calvin break down how to program for supertotal (olympic weightlifting AND powerlifting), how we use RPE for the olympic lifts, and shoutout a few lifters who are crushing it! *** SUMMER TRAINING CAMP → ⁠⁠⁠Come Train With Us!⁠⁠⁠ WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE → ⁠How To Train For Supertotal RECOMMENDED NEXT EPIS…

In this episode, Coach Brian and Coach Calvin break down five of the biggest programming mistakes coaches and lifters should avoid. They also dive deep on competition strategies you can use to get on top of the podium, and cover the three biggest recovery methods you need to know about. *** SUMMER TRAINING CAMP → ⁠⁠Come Train With Us!⁠⁠ WATCH THIS …

In this episode, Coach Brian and Coach Calvin interview Aaron Addams, coach of the legendary LSUS Collegiate Weightlifting Program about how their training has changed over the decades, what makes a good collegiate weightlifter, and what data coaches can track to set their athletes up for success. *** SUMMER TRAINING CAMP → ⁠Come Train With Us!⁠ WA…

In this episode, Coach Brian and Coach Calvin dive deep on how high school football players can transition to competing in olympic weightlifting, break down their top shoulder health exercises, and cover a few strategies you can use to overcome a mental block with snatches. *** SUMMER TRAINING CAMP → Come Train With Us! WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUB…

In this episode, Coach Brian and Coach Calvin give you their top 5 tips for your first olympic weightlifting competition, outline how you could train with only 30 mins a day, and dive deep on how to structure your mobility work without wasting time. *** WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE → ⁠How To Prepare For Your First Olympic Weightlifting Competition…

Send us a text As many of you know, Hampton Morris is an Olympic Bronze Medalist, world record holder in the clean and jerk, as well as many other international and American records and titles. Support the show

In this episode, Coach Brian and Coach Calvin dive deep on how to build lower body strength for olympic weightlifting, what the purpose of weightlifting complexes are and which ones you should use, and whether technique drills are actually useful! *** WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE → How To Build LOWER BODY Strength For Olympic Weightlifting RECOMME…

In this episode, Coach Brian and Coach Calvin break down how athletes can add olympic lifting in their training for more power, debate whether high rep squats actually build strength, and how to fix your front rack mobility (and save your wrists in the process)! *** WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE → ⁠Olympic Weightlifting for Athletes RECOMMENDED NEX…

In this episode, Coach Brian and Coach Calvin dive deep on how they write olympic weightlifting programs, how to incorporate bench press into your weightlifting program, and whether you should slide or stomp your feet in the Snatch and Clean. *** WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE → ⁠⁠How To Write An Olympic Weightlifting Program RECOMMENDED NEXT EPISOD…

Send us a text Better Than Yesterday Podcast Apple and Spotify links below https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/better-than-yesterday/id1476337087 https://open.spotify.com/show/23ofD6TtCvtYT4TD7T3psN?si=1ed109c3f56740e8 Angelo Kelly is a talented National level weightlifter and host of Better Than Yesterday Podcast. We talk about our experience th…

In this episode, Coach Brian and Coach Calvin break down their top six beginner clean and jerk mistakes, how to fix falling on your knees when snatching, and discuss what you should do if you just finished the girls weightlifting season! *** WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE → ⁠⁠⁠Top 6 Beginner Clean and Jerk Mistakes RECOMMENDED NEXT EPISODE → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

Send us a text Matt is the head coach of 4-Star Stregnth Weightlifting club. We discuss his journey through club ownership and what it takes to start a gym. Support the showOleh The Classic Lifts Media

In this episode, Coach Brian interviews Senior International Coach and Florida Weightlifting President, Danny Camargo about what it takes to make Team USA and the Olympics. He also dives deep with Aaron Paille, the owner of Full Send Oly and coach of the North Bay Haven Girls Weightlifting Team on programming and data tracking for competition succe…

In this episode, Coach Brian and Coach Calvin break down how to build upper body strength to increase your olympic lifts. They also debate which sports build the best weightlifters and give some recommendations for athletes looking to start weightlifting. They also cover the best clean complexes to improve your technique and set PR's! *** WATCH THI…

In this episode, Coach Brian and Coach Calvin break down how to get faster snatches and clean and jerks, what to do when one of your lifts suddenly falls apart, and cover how to train olympic weightlifting with only 3-days per week. *** WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠How To Get FAST Olympic Lifts RECOMMENDED NEXT EPISODE → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Posterior Cha…

In this episode, Coach Brian and Coach Calvin discuss how to build a strong posterior chain for weightlifting, break down the best accessories to build a big squat, and how to avoid wrist pain in the clean! *** WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE → Posterior Chain For Olympic Weightlifting RECOMMENDED NEXT EPISODE →Lower Back For Olympic Weightlifting [E…

Send us a text Kolbi Ferguson is an up and coming weightlifter from the US, competing in 109kg weight division. He is known for being relatively new to the weightlifting scene and lifting weights that exceed national records, demonstrating his raw strength and determination. Kolbi is one of only three US male lifters to qualify for USAW's highest s…

Coach Brian and Coach Calvin discuss the three biggest drivers of progress in the clean and jerk - strength, technique, and programming. They also cover a few ways to improve your stability at the bottom of the snatch, and break down their top 3 core exercises for Olympic weightlifters. *** WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE → ⁠3 Biggest Tips To Clean a…

Send us a text Katie Estep is a Youth and Jr World Champion and youth world record holder. We discuss winning world titles, stepping onto the big stage at Sr Worlds, and her future in weightlifting. Support the showOleh The Classic Lifts Media

Coach Brian and Coach Calvin break down why some lifters clean more from the hang than from the floor, and how to fix it. They also discuss why you might be failing your snatches behind and a few solutions you can implement today. They also cover the highly debated "when to wear a belt" topic! *** WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE → ⁠⁠Hang Clean Vs. Fu…

Coach Brian and Coach Calvin cover how to program strength exercises for olympic lifting. They also dive deep on how to fix your lockout in the jerk, and give you their three BEST lifts to increase your Snatch and Clean & Jerk! *** WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE → ⁠⁠⁠Strength Programming For Olympic Weightlifting RECOMMENDED NEXT EPISODE →⁠ ⁠3 Bigge…

Coach Brian and Coach Calvin break down how to start olympic weightlifting in your 30's, whether plyometrics are actually useful for olympic lifters, and give their thoughts on CrossFit! *** WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE → ⁠⁠⁠⁠Should You Start Olympic Weightlifting⁠ in Your 30's? RECOMMENDED NEXT EPISODE →⁠ ⁠⁠Lower Back Training For Olympic Weightl…

Send us a text Mary is an Olympian in the Paris Olympics, World Silver Medalist, and US National Record holder. We discuss her weightlifting journey from the beginning to the Paris Olympics and beyond. Support the showOleh The Classic Lifts Media

In this episode, Coach Brian and Coach Calvin discuss common mistakes weightlifters make in their goal setting, break down the ideal start position for the snatch and clean, and how to deal with knee pain in your training! *** WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Goal Setting For Olympic Weightlifting RECOMMENDED NEXT EPISODE → ⁠Olympic Weightlifti…

Send us a text Meredith is a staple of USAW, winning SR Worlds and Pan American championships in the women's 71kg weight category. We discuss her winning the world championship, her journey through the Olympic quad, and her recently announced retirement. Support the showOleh The Classic Lifts Media

In this episode, Coach Brian and Coach Calvin break down the NEW stipend program that USAW has released, what mobility benchmarks you should aim for , and how to fix bar crash on cleans! *** WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠USA Weightlifting's New Stipend Program RECOMMENDED NEXT EPISODE → ⁠⁠NEW IWF Weight Classes! *** ASK A COACH → ⁠⁠Submit Y…

Send us a text Brad is an elite masters weightlifter in the M50 67kg class. He is a National Record Holder, multiple time National and American Open Final Champion, as well as a Triple Crown recipient. We discuss lifting as a masters, the separation of USA Masters Weightlifting from USAW, his time with Catalyst Athletics, and his goals as a weightl…

In this episode, Coach Brian and Coach Calvin break down the NEW IWF weight classes, what drills you need to improve your shoulder mobility, and how to get out of your head for heavy attempts. *** WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠NEW IWF WEIGHT CLASSES RECOMMENDED NEXT EPISODE → ⁠⁠⁠Getting Paid For Weightlifting [Ep. 10] *** ASK A COACH → ⁠⁠⁠…

In this episode, Coach Brian and Coach Calvin discuss the nuances of lower back training, whether or not you should use a wider jerk grip, and recap Calvin's performance at the American Open Finals! *** WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lower Back Training For Olympic Weightlifting RECOMMENDED NEXT EPISODE → ⁠⁠⁠⁠Posterior Chain Training For Ol…

Send us a text Nate Cerwinske is an editor for weightlifting house producing some of the best media in the Olympic weightlifting space. He is known for his solo documentary, Hamp The Champ, as well as his popular youtube channel. Nate is also a talented weightlifter competing at many USAW national level competitions. Support the show…

In this episode, Coach Brian and Coach Calvin cover whether you should do double day workouts, how to know when you should go heavy or stay light if your technique feels off, and how to implement pulls into your training program! *** WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lifting Twice A Day? RECOMMENDED NEXT EPISODE → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Posterior Chain Trainin…

Send us a text Carissa is an Olympian representing USAW at the 2008 Beijing Olympics in the 63kg weight class. Carissa has also works on several boards within USAW, the National Strength and Condition Association, and USADA. We discuss her time as an athlete, the Olympic qualification process, how life changes after becoming an Olympian, and her po…

Send us a text Brittany is the founder and head coach of Bexar Barbell (pronounced bear). We discuss what its like coaching a club with over 250 athletes, some of her elite lifters such as Aaron Williams and Celia Gold, and a few coaching philosophies that have made her one of the best in USAW. Support the show…

In this episode, Coach Brian and Coach Calvin break down three things you can do to PR your snatch, how to get started in olympic weightlifting, and how often you should include accessories in your training program! *** WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠3 Tips To PR Your Snatch RECOMMENDED NEXT EPISODE → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠3 BIGGEST Tips For Heavier Clean …

In this episode, Coach Brian and Coach Calvin cover the benefits of weightlifting shoes and which ones we recommend, how to implement accessory work into your program, and how to train when you lose motivation. *** WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE → What Are The Best Weightlifting Shoes? RECOMMENDED NEXT EPISODE → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Posterior Chain Training For Ol…

Send us a text Wil Fleming is the coach of USAW lifter Mary Theisen-Lappen. Wil is also the Owner of One Kilo, a high level weightlifting club and company producing the best knee sleeves on the market. Enjoy! https://1kilo.shop/ Support the show

In this episode, Coach Brian and Coach Calvin talk about how to handle bad training days, what you should do if you're stuck at a clean plateau, and give you a few training splits for olympic weightlifting! *** WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Handling Bad Training Days RECOMMENDED NEXT EPISODE → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Posterior Chain Training For Olympic W…

Send us a text Seb and I have a great conversation about all things weightlifting, including the Paris Olympics and the historical 73kg upset. Support the showOleh The Classic Lifts Media

In this episode, Coach Brian and Coach Calvin discuss core training for olympic weightlifting including their top exercises. They also cover how to choose attempts for your weightlifting competition, and dive deep on how heavy your technique work actually needs to be. *** WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE → ⁠Core Work, Competition Attempts, and More RE…

Send us a text Tripp is the father and coach of Hampton Morris, arguably the best US male weightlifter of all time. We discuss his journey as a coach, Hampton's Olympic Journey, and the future of both himself and Hampton. Support the showOleh The Classic Lifts Media

In this episode, Coach Brian and Coach Calvin how to approach your training if you clean more than you jerk. They also cover why clarking cleans happens and how to fix it, as well as answer the question "are you actually getting weaker"? *** WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE → ⁠⁠Cleaning More Than You Jerk RECOMMENDED NEXT EPISODE → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Programmin…

Send us a text Caden is the 2024 73kg class Jr World Champion and a top ranked USA Weightlifter. Caden nearly qualified for the 2024 Paris Olympics, narrowly missing a 193kg Clean & Jerk to qualify and match the American record set by Olympian CJ Cummings. We discuss Caden's journey as an athlete and ambition for the Olympic dream! Support the show…