The conversation covers Liz's journey in weightlifting, including her recent competitions, challenges, and experiences. It also delves into her athletic background and early sports experiences, highlighting her competitive spirit and determination. Liz Earley shares her journey from shot put and discus to hammer throw, her experience with weightlifting, and her introduction to Olympic lifting through CrossFit. She also discusses her participation in strength competitions and her role as an athlete representative for the Weightlifting State Organization.
Takeaways
Competitive spirit and determination
Challenges and experiences in weightlifting Hammer throw as a natural fit
Challenges of weightlifting as a woman
Chapters
00:00 Journey in Weightlifting
03:26 Competitive Goals and Challenges
13:12 Early Athletic Background
19:03 Discovering Hammer Throw
20:22 Challenges of Weightlifting for Women
23:49 Introduction to Olympic Lifting
24:16 Strength Competitions and CrossFit
29:02 Role as Athlete Representative
14 Aug 2026
Christie S
This week I'm joined by good friend and fellow weightlifter Christie Shapiro. We dive into her journey of continuing to lift and challenge herself after her recent M.S diagnosis. The conversation covers topics such as preparation for an Olympic weightlifting meet, experiences with weightlifting and CrossFit, and gym pet peeves. The hosts discuss their physical and mental preparation for the meet, their experiences with weightlifting and CrossFit, and their gym pet peeves. The conversation covers topics related to weightlifting etiquette, gym behavior, and the experience of being diagnosed with MS while continuing to train and compete in weightlifting. It also delves into the emotional and mental aspects of recovery and the challenges of returning to heavy lifting post-diagnosis.
Takeaways
Technical difficulties with audio and video equipment can impact the quality of virtual conversations.
Physical and mental preparation for an Olympic weightlifting meet involves aspects such as sleep, nutrition, and hydration.
Transitioning from CrossFit to weightlifting can be a significant change in focus and training.
Gym pet peeves, such as complaining about programming and receiving cues from others, can impact the training environment. Gym etiquette and behavior can significantly impact an athlete's training experience.
The emotional and mental aspects of recovery and returning to heavy lifting post-diagnosis are crucial for athletes.
Chapters
11:20 Transition from CrossFit to Weightlifting
14:05 Experiences with Weightlifting and CrossFit
25:33 Gym Pet Peeves
26:49 Gym Etiquette and Behavior
32:39 The Diagnosis and Recovery Journey
48:05 Returning to Heavy Lifting Post-Diagnosis
39:26 The Emotional and Mental Aspects of Recovery
1 Jun 2026
Coach Taylor Maginnis
From Youth Sports to the National Stage with Dr. Taylor Maginnis
What does it actually take to stand on a national platform? In this episode, we sit down with physical therapist and competitive weightlifter Dr. Taylor Maginnis to unpack her incredible 9-year journey to qualifying for the USA Weightlifting National Championships.
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Personal: @coachtaylorpaynedpt
Club: @tristate_barbell
Clinic @ironpt
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Apple Podcasts (US)
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3 ratings
Spotify
5.0 / 5
9 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 50 / 100
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YouTube
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Engagement
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