{"podcast":{"title":"The Peak Performance Podcast by Brad Young","slug":"the-peak-performance-podcast-by-brad-young-7330669","podcast_index_feed_id":7330669,"rss_url":"https://feeds.captivate.fm/the-peak-performance/","website_url":"https://www.bradyoungchange.com/thepeakperformancepodcastbybradyoung","image_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/8ce89ed3-4594-4595-9437-6b63ec0b2d4e/dd5e782850c41e41b429658a0f5f84b076205f4d0ae3dcc2ef2078e3b22abb9.jpeg","author":"Brad Young","episode_count":103,"summary":"Welcome to the Peak Performance Podcast—your guide to unlocking your potential and thriving in every area of life. Hosted by Brad Young, Ph.D., bestselling author and trusted voice in health, fitness, and personal growth, this show delivers practical, evidence-based strategies to help you become your best self. Ranked in the top 10% of podcasts globally—and previously in the top 10 health and fitness podcasts—this show continues to grow, evolve, and raise the bar. Brad goes beyond theory, breaking down the training, mindset, and nutrition of elite athletes and high performers, then testing these strategies in real life. From running and fitness to mental resilience and modern health technology, he shares what actually works so you can apply it immediately. Each episode is packed with actionable tools to improve your mental, physical, and emotional well-being—whether you're optimizing performance, building better habits, or overcoming challenges. This isn’t just information—it’s transformation. Subscribe and start your journey to peak performance today. Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any medical conditions.","last_synced_at":null,"page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-peak-performance-podcast-by-brad-young-7330669"},"episode":{"title":"Episode 78: Training Like Strength Champions","slug":"episode-78-training-like-strength-champions","published_at":"2025-12-25T13:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-peak-performance-podcast-by-brad-young-7330669/episode-78-training-like-strength-champions","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-peak-performance-podcast-by-brad-young-7330669","url":"https://art19.com/shows/the-peak-performance-podcast-by-brad-young/episodes/88f8470a-4f2f-420a-9089-6a26bc381e16","audio_url":"https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/758999e9-83d0-4cfc-8fb4-994b77bc3582.mp3","summary":"Understanding the Strength Sports Landscape Before we explore training methods, it's essential to understand what separates powerlifting from strongman competitions. Powerlifting focuses on three core lifts: the squat, bench press, and deadlift. Athletes have three attempts at each lift, with their best successful attempt counting toward their total. The goal is simple yet brutally challenging: lift the maximum weight possible in these three movements while adhering to strict technical standards. For instance, in the squat, athletes must hit a specific depth (crease of the hip below the top of the knee) and await squat and rack commands. The bench press requires a clear pause on the chest and a full lockout, followed by press and rack commands, while the deadlift demands a smooth lift to lockout with no downward motion until the down command. These stringent rules, enforced by a panel of three judges (who award white or red lights for successful or failed lifts), ensure fairness and standardize performance across various federations such as the IPF, USAPL, or WRPF. Athletes compete within specific weight classes to ensure equitable competition, progressing through local, national, and international stages. Strongman competitions, by contrast, test strength through a diverse array of events that often mimic real-world feats of power. Athletes might flip massive tires, typically weighing 500-1000+ pounds, requiring explosive hip drive and a unique technical approach for multiple repetitions. They might carry atlas stones, ranging from 200-500+ pounds, lifting them from the ground and loading them onto platforms of varying heights, demanding immense grip strength and full-body coordination. 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