Peak Speak - A Powerlifting Podcast
Sports & Recreation Podcasts
A powerlifting podcast from two of Australia's most sought after strength coaches, Thomas Lilley and John Sheridan. Thomas is the owner of ZeroW gyms in Gold Coast and Brisbane and John is the owner of Burley Strength gym in Canberra. Join them as they talk all things powerlifting and interview some of the world's greatest names in the sport.
Location:
United States
Genres:
Sports & Recreation Podcasts
Description:
A powerlifting podcast from two of Australia's most sought after strength coaches, Thomas Lilley and John Sheridan. Thomas is the owner of ZeroW gyms in Gold Coast and Brisbane and John is the owner of Burley Strength gym in Canberra. Join them as they talk all things powerlifting and interview some of the world's greatest names in the sport.
Language:
English
Website:
https://peakspeak.podbean.com
Episodes
Peak Speak Episode 198: Content Creators
6/10/2024
Thomas and John talk about the intersection between content creators and experts (or lack thereof), and what qualifies as good quality information and sources.
Duration:00:30:38
Peak Speak Episode 197: You Get To Train
5/19/2024
This is a bit of a two in one episode! Starting with a rant about Australian Powerlifting federations, Thomas and John then weigh up the difference in results between serious lifters with impeccable tracking and programming, versus those without the means to go 'all in'. At the end of the day, you get to train, and that's a gift.
Duration:00:45:54
Peak Speak Episode 196: Science Stuff
4/28/2024
Thomas Lilley and John Sheridan, delve into the age-old clash between science nerds and meatheads within the powerlifting community. 🏋️♂️🧪
Duration:00:32:57
Peak Speak Episode 195: 250k Downloads!
3/11/2024
On today's episode, media manager Sam Williams (@leumasthegreat) joins Thomas and John to celebrate 250k downloads, with a recap of our journey along the way and how we think Powerlifting has changed during this time.
Duration:00:52:38
Peak Speak Episode 194: Tripods BANNED!?
2/11/2024
In another controversial Peak Speak episode, Thomas and John discuss some recent internet drama surrounding the use of tripods in the gym environment.
Duration:00:43:28
Peak Speak Episode 193: The Spiciest Episode Yet...
12/17/2023
There's been a huge drama in the Australian Powerlifting world recently, and we're finally getting the chance to cover it...
Duration:00:51:28
Peak Speak Episode 192: Paralysis By Analysis
11/26/2023
Great powerlifters work hard and train intelligently, but at what point does overthinking impact your performance? Thomas and John discuss this today on a whole new episode of Peak Speak.
Duration:00:38:15
Peak Speak Episode 191: When Life Throws Curveballs...
11/5/2023
Goal setting and planning is often your best chance of success. But even if you're fully prepared, things don't always work out. John recounts a recent experience of this and reflects on his mental state in navigating the feelings around things just not going to plan.
Duration:00:35:30
Peak Speak Episode 190: The Competition Experience
7/30/2023
How does the experience of competing change the further into your lifting career you get? Find out on this week's Peak Speak!
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Duration:00:26:01
Peak Speak Episode 189: Powerlifting Inflection Point
7/16/2023
Part of why Powerlifting is so accessible is the fact that you can often make vast improvements rapidly when you first begin the sport. But once you hit that first wall and progress halts, where do you go from there? Thomas and John discuss the Powerlifting Inflection Point.
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Duration:00:37:51
Peak Speak Episode 188: Programming Nuance
6/13/2023
Thomas and John discuss programming nuance and when it matters. Does it matter for everyone?
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Duration:00:35:56
Peak Speak Episode 187: Is Powerlifting Unique?
5/28/2023
In this episode, the boys talk a bit about Powerlifting as a sport and how it compares to other sports in regards to rules, refereeing, etc.
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Duration:00:29:12
Peak Speak Episode 186: Longevity In Coaching
4/30/2023
So you've become a coach...But how do you remain a coach, and continue to improve? Thomas and John discuss longevity in the coaching game.
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Duration:00:37:32
Peak Speak Episode 185: Give Equipped Lifting A Go!
4/23/2023
Thomas talks about his latest meet performance, and then the boys talk about the dying art of equipped lifting and why you should give it a go...Maybe?
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Duration:00:44:35
Peak Speak Episode 184: The Art Of Coaching
3/26/2023
There's coaching and then there's the art of coaching. Tune in this week to hear about how Thomas and John navigate coaching and clearly communicate their message.
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Duration:00:39:25
Peak Speak Episode 183: Intrinsic Drive And Motivation
2/19/2023
Thomas and John delve into intrinsic drive and motivation and how much they can vary between person to person.
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Duration:00:46:46
Peak Speak Episode 182: How To Get The Most From Education
2/14/2023
Thomas and John discuss external education around lifting and how they prefer to use it and seek it for best results.
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Duration:00:37:08
Peak Speak Episode 181: Communication With Coaches
1/29/2023
Happy New Year listeners! Thomas and John discuss the importance of establishing the correct communication with your coach.
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Duration:00:47:46
Peak Speak Episode 180: The Liver King
12/18/2022
Thomas and John discuss The Liver King and staying true to yourself.
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Duration:00:42:50
Peak Speak Episode 179: Australian Powerlifting Comps
12/11/2022
Go checkout Sam's Halloween deadlift here! Thomas and John talk about recent Australian comps and reflect on how they have progressed over the years.
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Duration:00:36:16