Best Usapl Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 25 - Mark @ 2024 NE Regionals, Rising Tide, Leg Sweeps and Mugshots 36:18

9d ago36:18

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Send us a Text Message. We start off with Mark ( @mark_collaborativestrength) getting into his experience at the 2024 USA Powerlifting Northeast Regional Championships in Portland, Maine. Check out Mark's Meet Recap - Meet Recap Ylli (@brolicgram) and Mateo (@whitetoe_connoisseur) made it to 2024 USA Powerlifting Rising Tide, in New Jersey. How'd i…

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Episode 24 - Signature Series Vs Pro Series "Totally different trust me" - PLA Stans Probably 46:51

2M ago46:51

46:51

Send us a Text Message. The Plug Boys compare and contrast the Signature Series versus the Pro Series, coaches who poach clients, and the Bench Debacle in Las Vegas. Tune in and subscribe! Hosts: Mateo Manko @whitetoe_connoisseur Ylli Mujaj @brolicgram Mark Doherty @mark_collaborativestrength Producer(s): Producer Bestar Mujaj @beunz…

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Episode 23 - HS NATS, BEEFS, AND YLLI'S HISTORY 53:20

2M ago53:20

53:20

Send us a Text Message. In Episode 23 A debacle at the High School Powerlifting Nationals (special Squat Suit competition). We all learn the secret weapon: slingshots! Ylli opens up. Hosts: Mateo Manko @whitetoe_connoisseur Ylli Mujaj @brolicgram Mark Doherty @mark_collaborativestrength Producer(s): Producer Bestar Mujaj @beunz…

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Episode 22 - 2024 Federation Updates with USAPL Technical Manager Jan Daurio 53:04

3M ago53:04

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode @jandaurio, Technical Manager @ United States of America Powerlifting, meets with the boys at @sportofiron to discuss changes in the @usapowerlifting with regard to their international ambitions, the evolution of their events, new meet requirements and processes among other things. Hosts: Mateo Manko @whiteto…

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Episode 21 - Powergrifters: Joe Stanek (The Other Bad Joe) 58:39

3M ago58:39

58:39

Send us a Text Message. Hey! This episode of The Squat Plug, our focus is on Joe Stanek and the shit he did behind the scenes with his lifters and to Game Day Barbell. It’s more or less an introduction into what’s taking place there. It shows the enormity of his actions and his actions and his wrongdoings while also showing how people in powerlifti…

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Episode 20 - USAPL @ the Arnold Sport Festival Recap - with Special Guest @soph.squats (Dr. Sophia Veiras) 1:05:16

4M ago1:05:16

1:05:16

Send us a Text Message. In this episode we talk about our experiences at the USAPL 2024 the Arnold Sport Festival , the whole crew was there! The Squat Plug touches on momentum in attempt selection, Meet day strategies, and Yllis' Spectacular Bomb-out. Special Guest: Dr. Sophia Veiras, DPT, BRM https://www.instagram.com/soph.squats/ Hosts: Mateo Ma…

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S2E1 - Technique, Vince McMahon, and Nationals. 52:15

4M ago52:15

52:15

Send us a Text Message. Welcome back to The Squat Plug. Season 2. What murda? Hosts: Mateo Manko @whitetoe_connoisseur Ylli Mujaj @brolicgram Mark Doherty @mark_collaborativestrength Producer(s): Producer Bestar Mujaj @beunzBy The Squat Plug

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S1E18 - Season 1 Finale - Meet-Day Prep and Tips 55:44

7M ago55:44

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Send us a Text Message. Welcome to the Season Finale of The Squat Plug! We're wrapping up 2023 with a few meet-day tips and sharing a few of their experiences at a few competitions. We'll be back at the end of January and back with more tips, in-depth coverage of upcoming powerlifting competitions and some exclusive content for our paid subscriptio…

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Season 6 Episode 1 Palestine Talk 1:05:43

7M ago1:05:43

1:05:43

In this episode of Chalk My Back! Anas and Abe talk about the recent news and talk about the events that have been occuring between Israel and Palestine. Anas covers the history of the conflict with how it started and arose and how the territory came to be while Abe gives us the context and more current events and how they tie in what the news migh…

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S1E17 - Promises Kept at the Olympia, Corruption at a place, and Virginia (I am the Law) 55:50

7M ago55:50

55:50

Send us a Text Message. The boys meet at the Cabin and recap on the recent meet in Texas, happenings in the Powerlifting world, and dig into the the Virginia scoring controversy. Tl;dr Texas had a lot going on in the last few weeks: - Wins at the Olympia - Eyebrows that once were - "A Mecca"... More like "An ATM" While Virginia decided to interpret…

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S1E16 - Dots, Eyebrows, and Things 46:05

8M ago46:05

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Send us a Text Message. The Squat Plug takes it easy before the flight to the 2023 USAPL Powerlifting Olympia International and Raw Challenge event in Orlando Florida. Hosts: Mateo Manko @whitetoe_connoisseur Ylli Mujaj @brolicgram Mark Doherty @mark_collaborativestrength Producer(s): Producer Bestar Mujaj @beunz…

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S1E15 - USAPL NY State Chair, Jan Daurio - Pro Series, International plans, and other topics 1:13:44

8M ago1:13:44

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode we go over the coming changes in USAPL NY State Chair, Jan Daurio . Welcome to a captivating episode of our podcast, where we delve deep into the dynamic world of powerlifting and the USAPL (USA Powerlifting) with a special focus on the New York State Chair, Jan Daurio (@jandaurio). In this episode, we're you…

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S1E14 - Fake Natties, and testing with Senior Toxicologist at Westchester County Dept. of Labs and Research, Brian Scharf, Ph.D. 1:06:34

9M ago1:06:34

1:06:34

Send us a Text Message. This episode we speak with Brian about testing methods, chemicals in bodies, Fake Natties, Oh! And some federation updates. Special Guest: The Senior Toxicologist at Westchester County Dept. of Labs and Research, Brian Scharf, Ph.D Hosts: Mateo Manko @whitetoe_connoisseur Ylli Mujaj @brolicgram Mark Doherty @mark_collaborati…

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Season 5 Episode 6 The Other 2023 Raw Nationals Recap 1:02:21

9M ago1:02:21

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It's been a while CMB gang but we're back with a banger for you guys! In this episode the boys go over some life PR's as well as recap raw nationals. Anas gives us the play by play as to his entire experience as well as some behind the scenes of the meet that offers some unique perspective as to what the whole experience of raw nationals is like. D…

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S1E13 - 2023 USAPL Raw Nationals and Coefficients with Special Guest @soph.squats (Dr. Sophia Veiras) 1:13:41

9M ago1:13:41

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode we talk about our experiences at the 2023 USA Powerlifting Raw Nationals, what's going on with the coefficients, and Mateo and Ylli bet their brows. Special Guest: Dr. Sophia Veiras, DPT, BRM https://www.instagram.com/soph.squats/ Hosts: Mateo Manko @whitetoe_connoisseur Ylli Mujaj @brolicgram Mark Doherty @m…

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S1E12 - Pain, Manual Therapy, and Separating the Science from the Nonsense with Special Guest: @nobullshitphysio (Alexis Léveillé) 51:23

10M ago51:23

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode we get into it with guest: Alexis Maxence Léveillé Physical Therapist, M. Sc A., Cert MDT, Trainer & CEO of #HMOS https://www.instagram.com/nobullshitphysio/?hl=en Enjoy the listen and let us know if you have any questions: https://www.instagram.com/thesquatplug/?hl=en Hosts: Mateo Manko @whitetoe_connoisseur…

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S1E11 - The USAPL Gain Drain 41:52

10M ago41:52

41:52

Send us a Text Message. In this episode, we go over the aftermath of our previous discussion in Episode 10 and its impactful reverberations. Our focus then shifts to the intriguing trajectory of the USAPL against the backdrop of the evolving landscape surrounding the IPF. Special thanks to Sam for his insights. Furthermore, we tackle the untouched …

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S1E10 - The Squat Plug Goes Deeper: Powergrifters Episode 1 - Joe Sullivan and Kait Haddad (Powerliftingmama) 59:28

10M ago59:28

59:28

Send us a Text Message. In this episode we delve into everything from Promissory Fraud to defrauding Suicide Awareness charities. A powerlifting investigative story. With Guest Co-Host: David Joplin (@hthnstrength) Hosts: Mateo Manko @whitetoe_connoisseur Ylli Mujaj @brolicgram Mark Doherty @mark_collaborativestrength Producer(s): Producer Bestar M…

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S1E9 - Time to Lounge - A Simple Conversation About Simple Things 39:46

11M ago39:46

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Send us a Text Message. In our newest episode of "The Squat Plug" podcast, the host is excited to have a laid-back chat about all things related to powerlifting. The conversation won't get too serious or on topic – think of it as a friendly and casual banter instead! Just one of many. Hosts: Mateo Manko @whitetoe_connoisseur Ylli Mujaj @brolicgram …

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Season 5 Episode 5 Nevin Saju DPT Joins the Chalk My Back Boys to Talk About His Business Revenant Physical Therapy 1:21:24

11M ago1:21:24

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In this episode we are joined by Nevin Saju a DPT who specializes in helping those who want to get back to either lifting to their fullest or being better at their respective sport! We also get into his origin story with how he started PT school his why and how he got to where he is in his Physical Therapy journey. Along the way Nevin gives us some…

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Season 5 Episode 4 Bathroom Breaks, Mae's A Pro, Anas and Raw Nats 1:14:18

11M ago1:14:18

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In this episode we discuss where we've been for the past couple weeks since our last upload as well as what we've got planned for the future! Josh talks about a recent home project while Anas gives up a meet recap for his athlete Mae at the TBS meet. Along the way we discuss commentary that we did for equipped nationals as well as future plans to d…

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S1E8 - Motivation, and Brandon Pitre @BlessedPitre 49:34

12M ago49:34

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Send us a Text Message. 🎧 Get ready to dive into the thrilling world of powerlifting in our latest episode! Recorded in Houston, Texas, right after the electrifying 2023 USA Powerlifting Southern Regionals by USAPL, this episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the sport. Join us as we welcome our guest host, Brandon Pitre, a rising star i…

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Season 5 Episode 3 Abe's Powerlifting and Finance Tips Get Together! 1:25:01

1y ago1:25:01

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In this episode of Chalk My Back! We finish the three part series of diving into each of our host and what their own respective journeys through powerlifting have been. Abe closes out the series with a look into his start with powerlifting and how powerlifting flows in different priorities and how to balance lifting, friends, being a father and mor…

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Season 5 Episode 2 Anas's Background and How He Got Into Becoming a Powerlifting Coach 1:10:51

1y ago1:10:51

1:10:51

In this episode of Chalk My Back! We get to hear Anas's journey with the beginning of powerlifting and what motivates him now being a pro powerlifter. Anas gives us the origin details as to what first got him into lifting, what he thought of the layout of powerlifting as he started and how the community has evolved ever since he began. Josh and Abe…

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S1E7 - Knee Sleeve Programming 44:17

1y ago44:17

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Send us a Text Message. Back at it after a few weeks off. We hope that you've all been staying strong and hitting those PRs during our break. We have a lot to cover, including some exciting new products a few lighthearted jokes, and what we've been up to since our last episode. And a heads up! Our next episode we'll talk about regionals! Our teams …

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Season 5 Episode 1 Josh's Deep Dive From the Start of His Powerlifting Journey and Take Aways From Balancing School, Multiple Jobs, and Working Towards a Career 1:13:44

1y ago1:13:44

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In this episode of Chalk My Back! We take you guys through the first of our three part series into a more personal dive into our journey with powerlifting and how it has changed throughout the various stages of our life. Josh talks about the beginning of how he first started powerlifting and how it helped shape his personal and life goals the more …

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Season 4 Episode 12 Anas Recaps Michelle's Meet, Josh Recaps Helping at a Local Meet, and Abe Recaps Handling Long Distance Coaching and Future of the Podcast 1:11:44

1y ago1:11:44

1:11:44

In this episode, the boys have been steady busy with lots of handling and helping lifters in their own aspects as in this episode we give you guys an update as to what we've been up to. Anas starts us off with giving a quick recap as to how his lifter Michelle did at her meet in Austin and what some of the takeaways are as a coach to work on with i…

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S1E6 - Coaching Science and Another USAPL Fiasco 57:23

1y ago57:23

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, we explore the role that coaching science plays in the sport of powerlifting. We also dive into the recent controversy surrounding USAPL Raw Nationals' reservation surge that saw many lifters unable to sign up for Raw Nats. Hosts: Mateo Manko @whitetoe_connoisseur Ylli Mujaj @brolicgram Mark Doherty @mark_co…

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Season 4 Episode 11 Anas and Josh Recap Collegiate Nationals Experience, USAPL Raw Nationals Cap and Bans, and More! 1:05:44

1y ago1:05:44

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In this episode of Chalk My Back! Josh and Anas recap the days that they were at collegiate nationals here in Arlington. Anas who was coaching a few of his lifters as well as others recaps the day and how his lifters did and what the take away was with how the meet was run and how his overall experience was. Josh also gives his experience of being …

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Season 4 Episode 10 Collegiate Nats, Mike O' Tren's Secret Sauce, and CMB Discusses ASMR and Future Content 48:04

1y ago48:04

48:04

In this episode of Chalk My Back! We get down to discussing Collegiate Nationals as this weekend it is being held in Arlington Texas! Josh talks about what he's gonna be doing to help out and we see if Anas and Abe have athletes competing or if Anas still hates collegiate nationals. Abe talks memes in the fitness world and how his feed is populated…

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Season 4 Episode 9 Josh's Return Meet After 4 Years at the USAPL Spring Open 1:09:33

1y ago1:09:33

1:09:33

In this episode of Chalk My Back! We get to hear Josh's meet recap and return to the platform after 4 years. We discuss training leading up to the meet and and Josh was able to do to come back to the platform strong and ready and the strategies he used to get him meet ready. Anas and Josh have an in depth conversation as to how his blocks and train…

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Season 4 Episode 8 Sheffield Recap, Metroflex Forth Worth Clash of the Barbarians, and More IPF Drama 1:07:10

1y ago1:07:10

1:07:10

In this episode of Chalk My Back! we review and cover the IPF Sheffield Powerlifting Championships which was the biggest payout meet in IPF history! We give you our takes and go over some of the highlights of meet and what the boys thought overall of the meet. Also this past weekend Josh attended the Clash of the Barbarians meet and Forth Worth to …

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S1E5 - Recap and Discussion of THE Sheffield 2023 Powerlifting Championships 40:02

1+ y ago40:02

40:02

Send us a Text Message. The Squat Plug has been waiting on the Sheffield since its first announcement in 2019. COVID had caused the event from taking place up until it didn't. The Sheffield was exciting and we can wait until Sheffield 2024! The Squat Plug covers the Sheffield. Hosts: Mateo Manko @whitetoe_connoisseur Ylli Mujaj @brolicgram Mark Doh…

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S1E4 - Warm-ups and Powerlifting Team Beef 57:40

1+ y ago57:40

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Send us a Text Message. We go over warm-ups, warmup strategies and experiences. We also go over the recent beef between the Flexx and Craftsmanship teams. Hosts: Mateo Manko @whitetoe_connoisseur Ylli Mujaj @brolicgram Mark Doherty @mark_collaborativestrength Producer(s): Producer Bestar Mujaj @beunz…

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Season 4 Episode 7 Joey Vs. Marcellus, Anas and the Arnold, and the New TSS Houston 1:11:40

1+ y ago1:11:40

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In this episode of Chalk My Back! We get to have a chat with Anas about his most recent performance at the Arnold Sports Festival in Columbus and how he felt about this meet. Anas gives us the breakdown about how he felt throughout prep and what he expected to hit at the Arnold versus the meet day performance. He gives us the details behind his wei…

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S1E3 - The Squat Plug Podcast - Clash of the Feds 45:52

1+ y ago45:52

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode we discuss the beef between the IPF and USAPL, provide clarification on the Arnolds and Pro Series, and talk about drug testing. Hosts: Mateo Manko @whitetoe_connoisseur Ylli Mujaj @brolicgram Mark Doherty @mark_collaborativestrength Producer(s): Producer Bestar Mujaj @beunz…

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Season 4 Episode 6 Sheffield, Upcoming Arnold, and PLA Nationals! 1:07:15

1+ y ago1:07:15

1:07:15

In this episode we cover some of the biggest upcoming meets such as the Sheffield which is going to be one of the biggest IPF money meets of the year! Anas also gives us a quick update of his almost finished prep for the Arnold and what he plans to try and hit and his plans for this upcoming meet. The boys talk about the most recent Nationals that …

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Season 4 Episode 5 Feat. Calvin Aka Squat Senpai Visits Korea, Trains at Train True, and Maxes Out His Bench Press Multiple Times a Week! 1:12:06

1+ y ago1:12:06

1:12:06

In this episode of Chalk My Back! We have on our long time friend Calvin come on the podcast and talk to us about his most recent trip to Korea with his girlfriend Mae. He discusses the many facets of Korean culture that differs than American culture and highlights some of the differences with lifting culture as well. He also talks about how he tra…

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S1E2 - The Squat Plug Podcast - The Arnold's Unplugged 1:19:03

1+ y ago1:19:03

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode we discuss the four divisions at the USAPL Arnolds Pro and go over forecasted winners and upsets. We also ramble a bit about untested and tested federations and some other miscellaneous tidbits. This episodes hosts: - Mateo Manko @white_toe_connoisseur69kg - Ylli Mujaj @brolicgram - Mark Doherty @mark_collabo…

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Season 4 Episode 4 CMB Meet Coming Soon? Powerlifting and Commerical Gym Memberships, and Anas's QnA! 1:08:59

1+ y ago1:08:59

1:08:59

In this episode of Chalk My Back the boys have a chat about potentially holding a meet this year? Would you guys be interested in having more competitions in the DFW area hosted by your favorite podcast? Also we cover Anas's brief thoughts going into the Arnold this year and what some of his base expectations are. Along with the topics of gyms, we …

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S1E1 - The Squat Plug Podcast - Taper and Peaking 55:07

1+ y ago55:07

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Send us a Text Message. The Squat Plug digs into Tapering, Peaking and a little about themselves. Hosts: Mateo Manko @whitetoe_connoisseur Ylli Mujaj @brolicgram Mark Doherty @mark_collaborativestrength Producer(s): Producer Bestar Mujaj @beunzBy The Squat Plug

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Season 4 Episode 3 The Boys Chat it Up with Special Guest ChatGBT! and Anas's Arnold Meet Prep Sneak Peek 1:14:25

1+ y ago1:14:25

1:14:25

In this episode of Chalk My Back! We take a slight detour in the guest that we usually have one and bring on something that we've never had on before; ChatGPT! That's right, your favorite fitness cigarette podcast is getting some AI help to make content for this episode and we take a deep dive into whether on not AI could replace powerlifting in th…

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Season 4 Episode 2 USPS Powerlifting Debacle, Collegiate Nats and the Anas OF Saga Continues! 1:02:57

1+ y ago1:02:57

1:02:57

In this episode we cover the most recent drama unfolding within the USPA federation. We go over all the research instagram videos and non speculative information to give you guys our non biased completely fact based opinion! Also since we are now transitioning to becoming a news podcast we give you guys the most breaking news with Anas's new busine…

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Season 4 Episode 1 New Year New Me, RALF, Paid Friendship and Much More! 59:12

1+ y ago59:12

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In this episode of Chalk My Back! we're back for the 2023 year with some new ideas and shirts in the works for you the CMB gang as we kick off this year with getting to know what the boys are deciding to do for new year goals. We learn a little bit more about Anas and his mysterious family and what he plans to do outside of powerlifting, Josh gives…

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Season 3 Episode 34 Two Meet Recaps in One? TSS Open and North Garland Classic Plus More! 1:12:45

1+ y ago1:12:45

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In this episode of Chalk My Back! We give you guys a two for one meet recap of the meets that have been happening the past two weeks in Texas! The boys have been busy as Anas has been coaching his athletes from the TSS Open in San Antonio all the way to Josh helping Salma with her first meet at the North Garland Classic. We give you guys the behind…

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Season 3 Episode 33 The People's Champ Morgan Aquino Joins Us To Talk SoCal Powerlifting, "Training", Anas Origin Stories and More! 1:35:18

1+ y ago1:35:18

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In this episode of Chalk My Back! we have Morgan Aquino come on the pod to discuss his latest meet and chop it up with the boys! Morgan gives us his perspective over SoCal powerlifting and how much it has grown since he started competing in the sport. We talk lifting origin stories and how he met Anas at nationals and how he solidified himself as o…

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Season 3 Episode 32 Newest Gear From Us to You! CMB Shirt Drop, Black on Black Stacks, and Sewer Rats and the Saga of a Stolen SBD Belt! 1:01:52

1+ y ago1:01:52

1:01:52

In this episode of Chalk My Back! We give you the latest update to a story that maybe some of you have followed with a stolen SBD belt at a gym that won't be named anymore in the description (hint: it's infamous for having stuff stolen here cough cough). We cover the in's and out's of all the drama and evidence that has surfaced on IG and give you …

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Season 3 Episode 31 Mitch Zaplatosch AKA Zaptrainer Joins Us To Discuss Hydration, H20, and Sodium and Application to Meet Day Performance! 1:13:55

1+ y ago1:13:55

1:13:55

In this episode of Chalk My Back! We have on speical guest Mitch Zaplatosch to discuss his introduction into powerlifting, his recent meets, and how his master's education and his current PhD research has an impact on the application of using hydration to benefit sports athletes. We have an in depth conversation over how Mitch conducted his researc…

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Season 3 Episode 30 Joesph Abdin Attorney At Law, Personal Trainer, and Big Brother Cast Member! 1:07:05

1+ y ago1:07:05

1:07:05

In this episode of Chalk My Back! We have our first guest for season 3 Joesph Abdin joining Abe and Anas for this week's episode! Joesph talks about his origin with powerlifting with the FIU team and his journey with getting into law school and how he was casted for Big Brother and how he balances being a trainer a lawyer and lifting. We take a dee…

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Season 3 Episode 29 Carolina Primetime Meet Recap feat. the conclusion to Zaw's Lunch Money 1:15:55

1+ y ago1:15:55

1:15:55

In this episode of Chalk My Back! We give you guys the exciting conclusion of the much anticipated Zaw lunch money saga! Anas takes us through his Caroline Primetime meet experience starting from the drive to the meet to hiking the Carolinas and everything in between. Anas gives us the inside scoop as to how well he thinks the meet was run and how …

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