Powerlifting & Power Ballads Podcast

Highlighting Georgia Powerlifting & hot topics throughout the USA, we discuss the week's hypothetical "Powerlifting Situation" and give a "New Lifter Tip". We also dive into the latest news, training tips and of course music. Frequent tournaments featuring listener submitted lists, competing for prizes from our sponsors. New Episodes every Wednesday. Josh Rohr and Lara Sturm Host.

Powerlifting & Power Ballads Podcast is a sports podcast hosted by Josh Rohr & Lara Sturm, with 256 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Josh Rohr & Lara Sturm hosts Powerlifting & Power Ballads Podcast, a sports show with 256 episodes published.

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  Episode #257

  Ep. 257 - USAPL is no longer part of the Arnold Sports Festival...

  Sep 30, 202633 min

  Send us Fan Mail This episode was a casual conversation between Josh and Lara covering recent powerlifting competitions and personal updates. Josh reported on multiple lifters' performances at recent USPA and USAPL meets, including state and regional competitions where several athletes achieved personal records and placed in their respective weight classes. They discussed the USAPL's decision to withdraw from the Arnold Sports Festival, with Josh expressing concerns about the future implications and the move to a hotel ballroom venue. The conversation included updates on their fantasy football league standings, with Laura Styrlund and Chris Dresher remaining undefeated at 3-0, and discussion of Lara's recent free diving achievement reaching 30 meters (98 feet). The episode concluded with casual discussion about pickleball and a sport called Padel, with Josh joking about ending the podcast abruptly due to their conversation becoming too casual. Team Rohr Powerlifting 100% Individualized Programming, Meet Day Preparation and Live Virtual Coaching Join the Team Rohr Training App! Proven Powerlifting Programming Use code PLBALLADSPODCAST for 25% OFF of your 1st month! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show Submit your Top 5 Wedding Reception Songs! Join our GroupMe ! Follow/Direct Message us @PLBalladsPodcast on Instagram & Facebook E mail us at PLBalladsPodcast@gmail.com More Information about the Podcast: https://solo.to/plballadspodcast The Powerlifting & Power Ballads Podcast is co-hosted by Josh Rohr and Lara Sturm and sponsored by Team Rohr Powerlifting - for all of your powerlifting coaching and meet day handling needs. The podcast covers Georgia Powerlifting information as well as National Powerlifting news. One of our more popular segments is music, specifically 80’s music and Power Ballads.

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  Episode #256

  Ep. 256 - Christina Dresher

  Sep 16, 202649 min

  Send us Fan Mail The episode featured Josh interviewing Christina Dresher about her recent performance at West Regionals, where she went 9 for 9 and qualified for Nationals. Christina shared her background as a collegiate strength and conditioning coach, her journey into powerlifting, and her long-term goals of competing for as long as possible. They discussed the benefits of general aerobic work and robustness in powerlifting, and Christina praised Josh's programming and community involvement. The conversation also covered fantasy football results, other team members' meet performances, and Christina's interest in getting more involved in the sport, possibly as a referee. Josh reflected on his own competitive history and reasons for stepping back, and they both shared their preferences for music and mental preparation during big lifts. The episode ended with Christina providing her Instagram handle and both acknowledging the awkwardness of the conversation without co-host Lara. Team Rohr Powerlifting 100% Individualized Programming, Meet Day Preparation and Live Virtual Coaching Join the Team Rohr Training App! Proven Powerlifting Programming Use code PLBALLADSPODCAST for 25% OFF of your 1st month! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show Submit your Top 5 Wedding Reception Songs! Join our GroupMe ! Follow/Direct Message us @PLBalladsPodcast on Instagram & Facebook E mail us at PLBalladsPodcast@gmail.com More Information about the Podcast: https://solo.to/plballadspodcast The Powerlifting & Power Ballads Podcast is co-hosted by Josh Rohr and Lara Sturm and sponsored by Team Rohr Powerlifting - for all of your powerlifting coaching and meet day handling needs. The podcast covers Georgia Powerlifting information as well as National Powerlifting news. One of our more popular segments is music, specifically 80’s music and Power Ballads.

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  Episode #255

  Ep. 255 - Alain Gonzalez: Muscle after 40

  Sep 2, 20261h 2m

  Send us Fan Mail Episode 255 featured a conversation with Alain Gonzalez, author of the newly released book "Muscle After 40." Josh and Lara discussed with Alain the inspiration behind the book, which targets men over 40 looking to build muscle, and the unique 80s-themed chapter subtitles. Alain explained that muscle building after 40 is not necessarily harder but requires a different approach, such as managing anabolic resistance and balancing training volume with recovery. He emphasized the importance of mindset, mechanical tension, and training close to failure, while advocating for a mix of compound and isolation exercises. The conversation also touched on personal experiences in powerlifting, the role of music or podcasts during workouts, and the value of beginning to strength train at any age. Alain shared where listeners could find his book and additional resources: Muscle After 40: How to Build the Strongest, Most Jacked Body of Your Life https://www.amazon.com/dp/1628606487 Muscle Monsters YT: 1M Subscribers https://www.youtube.com/@musclemonsters Muscle Monsters IG: 162K Followers https://www.instagram.com/musclemonsters/ Team Rohr Powerlifting 100% Individualized Programming, Meet Day Preparation and Live Virtual Coaching Join the Team Rohr Training App! Proven Powerlifting Programming Use code PLBALLADSPODCAST for 25% OFF of your 1st month! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show Submit your Top 5 Wedding Reception Songs! Join our GroupMe ! Follow/Direct Message us @PLBalladsPodcast on Instagram & Facebook E mail us at PLBalladsPodcast@gmail.com More Information about the Podcast: https://solo.to/plballadspodcast The Powerlifting & Power Ballads Podcast is co-hosted by Josh Rohr and Lara Sturm and sponsored by Team Rohr Powerlifting - for all of your powerlifting coaching and meet day handling needs. The podcast covers Georgia Powerlifting information as well as National Powerlifting news. One of our more popular segments is music, specifically 80’s music and Power Ballads.

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  Episode #254

  Ep. 254 - Howard "OCHO" Aaron

  Aug 26, 202649 min

  Send us Fan Mail This episode featured a conversation with Howard "Ocho" Aaron, a 73-year-old powerlifter and cancer survivor. Howard shared his backstory, including his diagnosis with a rare intravascular B-cell lymphoma, which inspired his nickname "Ocho" due to being the eighth patient his oncologist treated for this cancer. He discussed his journey through chemotherapy, his return to powerlifting, and his world record achievements in the bench press. Howard emphasized the importance of mindset, strength training, and his mission to help others get stronger. He also mentioned his book, "Strength Training for Life," and his approach to coaching and training. The hosts, Josh and Lara, asked Howard about his training philosophy, handling self-critical lifters, and his advice for new gym-goers. Follow Howard on Instagram and visit his Website Team Rohr Powerlifting 100% Individualized Programming, Meet Day Preparation and Live Virtual Coaching Join the Team Rohr Training App! Proven Powerlifting Programming Use code PLBALLADSPODCAST for 25% OFF of your 1st month! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show Submit your Top 5 Wedding Reception Songs! Join our GroupMe ! Follow/Direct Message us @PLBalladsPodcast on Instagram & Facebook E mail us at PLBalladsPodcast@gmail.com More Information about the Podcast: https://solo.to/plballadspodcast The Powerlifting & Power Ballads Podcast is co-hosted by Josh Rohr and Lara Sturm and sponsored by Team Rohr Powerlifting - for all of your powerlifting coaching and meet day handling needs. The podcast covers Georgia Powerlifting information as well as National Powerlifting news. One of our more popular segments is music, specifically 80’s music and Power Ballads.

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  Episode #253

  Ep. 253 - What are we even doing?

  Aug 12, 202631 min

  Send us Fan Mail The podcast episode featured Lara and Josh discussing various updates and topics related to powerlifting and personal life. They talked about the upcoming USAPL electric deadlift carnival challenge, which will have an EDM theme with disco lights. They decided to pivot from a previous list idea to a new competition for top five wedding reception songs, while also collecting non-competitive submissions for inspirational songs. Josh shared updates on a new USA Powerlifting club coach certification course and the introduction of a new Athlete Protection Program to replace SafeSport. They speculated about changes to the 2027 Masters Nationals format. The conversation also covered personal topics like wedding anniversaries, a team fantasy football league, and a humorous discussion about dealing with gastrointestinal issues during a powerlifting meet. Team Rohr Powerlifting 100% Individualized Programming, Meet Day Preparation and Live Virtual Coaching Join the Team Rohr Training App! Proven Powerlifting Programming Use code PLBALLADSPODCAST for 25% OFF of your 1st month! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show Submit your Top 5 Wedding Reception Songs! Join our GroupMe ! Follow/Direct Message us @PLBalladsPodcast on Instagram & Facebook E mail us at PLBalladsPodcast@gmail.com More Information about the Podcast: https://solo.to/plballadspodcast The Powerlifting & Power Ballads Podcast is co-hosted by Josh Rohr and Lara Sturm and sponsored by Team Rohr Powerlifting - for all of your powerlifting coaching and meet day handling needs. The podcast covers Georgia Powerlifting information as well as National Powerlifting news. One of our more popular segments is music, specifically 80’s music and Power Ballads.

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