Send us a Text Message. Ever wondered how the simple joys of life can fuel your resilience and creativity? Join me today as we dive into a great impromptu conversation about connection with our Canadian friend, and the man behind the scenes of this podcast, Mike Schwartz. We share personal experiences of connecting with others in a candid conversat…

Send us a Text Message. What if the key to building meaningful relationships with others started with transforming your connection with yourself? In our latest episode, we uncover the profound journey of self-connection and how it serves as the cornerstone of all other relationships. Reflecting on personal experiences, especially after my children …

Send us a Text Message. Ruby's journey through weightlifting is nothing short of inspiring. From the electrifying moments of lifting at the state titles to the nerve-wracking preparation for the national stage, Ruby shares her story with authenticity and grit. Despite facing unexpected challenges with her snatches, she achieved a personal best in h…

Send us a Text Message. From debating championships to gymnastics mats, my lifelong friend Carrie Cox joins me, Leanne Knox, for a heartwarming journey down memory lane, revisiting the pivotal moments that have shaped our lives and the enduring lessons on resilience, growth, and the human spirit. As we swap stories and roles, Carrie, a master story…

Send us a Text Message. Join us for a powerhouse conversation with my mother, affectionately known worldwide by many names G-Unit, Terri a septuagenarian who grippingly defies age stereotypes by embracing the world of powerlifting. Her story is one of metamorphosis—from battling weight gain and osteopenia to breaking an unofficial world record in d…

Send us a Text Message. Here we go, legends. We hear from the other half (we're uncertain if he's better or not...) Steve Knox, the man, the myth, the legend. Half man-half amazing, in a candid episode of Uplift You. Sharing stories from Waimati to Brisbane, Steve's path from a mechanic with a dream of travel to becoming the cornerstone of his fami…

Send us a Text Message. To round out our training special populations series we finish strong with how to best navigate the turbulent seas of parenting and coaching. Leanne walks us through the highs and lows of raising children and teenagers and the parallels of parenting and coaching young people. From the TV battlegrounds in our family room to h…

Send us a Text Message. Ever wondered if age really is just a number when it comes to physical fitness? Tag along with me, Leanne Knox, as I shatter the stereotypes of aging and strength with stories from the frontline of coaching master athletes. Imagine standing shoulder-to-shoulder with 73-year-old Olympic weightlifter Stefan Jacobsen, whose gri…

Send us a Text Message. Discover your "why" behind the iron and sweat— today Leanne reveals the top three strategies that have been game-changers in her commitment to health and wellness. From making self-care a sacred ritual to scheduling workouts as you would any pivotal meeting, these insights promise to revolutionize how you approach your ambit…

Send us a Text Message. When I first met Ruby, her hands were as steady as her gaze—locked onto the barbell that would soon soar above her head. Today, she's here to recount her evolution from a 15-year-old with a knack for weightlifting to a seasoned athlete, teetering on the edge of her personal best at the Queensland State Under-23 Championships…

Send us a Text Message. Today, I recount my evolution from a tenacious mother into an international strength athlete and the founder of LK Strength Coach. Tune in to witness the raw power of passion that propels us towards greatness, and how my mentors — Walter, Miles Wydall, and Travis Mash — have been pivotal in sculpting my journey. Whether it's…

Send us a Text Message. The barbell is a catalyst for transformation. Join me, Leanne Knox, as I recount the early days of my journey with CrossFit and weightlifting, where a simple coaching session with my first coach, Walter in Mackay led to a lifelong quest for growth and resilience. As you tune in, you'll walk alongside me through the highs of …

Send us a Text Message. On today's show, we hear from the host with the most, the Thunder from Down Under the gymnast, educator and supermom-turned-world champion barbell athlete, Leanne Knox. Leanne shares her powerful story of how strength training helped shape her life, literally. Key takeaways: We hear about her early days and immense passion f…