Fatigue in Powerlifting: Mechanisms, Practical Considerations & Productive vs. Disruptive Fatigue (ep.33)
What actually happens when we get fatigued?
In this episode, we break down fatigue from the cellular level all the way to practical programming—covering central vs peripheral fatigue, localized vs systemic fatigue, productive vs disruptive fatigue, fatigue vs detraining, and how to recognize when fatigue is actually interfering with performance.
We also discuss why fatigue exists, why not all fatigue is bad, the relationship between fatigue and fitness, and how coaches can manage fatigue without simply trying to eliminate it.
Fatigue isn't the enemy of performance. Disruptive fatigue is.
5 Aug 2026
The Secret to John Song's Success: Precision, Urgency & the Art of Stacking Variables @john_song_dpt (ep.32)
In this episode, we're joined by one of the most respected physical therapists and coaches in powerlifting for a conversation that goes far beyond injury management.
We dive into the system behind his approach—from what the patient experience actually looks like, to how he evaluates athletes, prioritizes problems, and makes clinical decisions. Rather than focusing on isolated techniques or exercises, we explore the principles and frameworks that drive consistent outcomes.
We also discuss how coaches and clinicians can become better thinkers by developing robust systems for processing information, avoiding common reasoning traps, and making better decisions in complex situations.
Whether you're a coach, clinician, or competitive lifter, this episode is packed with insights on critical thinking, problem solving, rehabilitation, and long-term athletic development.
Topics Covered:
His coaching and rehabilitation system
What athletes can expect throughout the patient experience
Assessment and decision-making frameworks
Processing information and avoiding common thinking traps
Building robust systems instead of relying on rigid protocols
Coaching philosophy and practical applications for powerlifters
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10 Jul 2026
SBD Variations, Programming Troubleshooting, Leverages, Work Capacity, and More | Q&A (ep.31)
In this Q&A episode, we answer listener questions on SBD variations, programming troubleshooting, leverage considerations, work capacity development, and more. We discuss how to select and implement exercise variations, identify and solve common programming issues, account for individual leverages in training, and build work capacity without compromising performance. Whether you're a lifter or coach, this episode is packed with practical insights to improve your decision-making and training outcomes.
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4.9 / 5
49 ratings
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