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Last Set Best Set | Olympic Weightlifting Podcast

Big Bend Strength
Olympic Weightlifting
Strength Training
Weightlifting
Training Cycles
Crossfit
Big Bend Strength
Progressive Overload
Technique Errors
USA Weightlifting
Clean and Jerk
Snatch
Volume Training
Technique Improvement
Florida
Specificity
Bar Path
Coaching Development
Upper Body Strength
Weightlifting Complexes
Fatigue Management

Every week we answer YOUR questions about olympic weightlifting, getting strong, and building muscle! Submit your questions at the link under each episode!

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In this episode, Coach Brian and Coach Calvin interview Matt Sicchio, the CEO of USA Weightlifting to discuss the the biggest challenges USA Weightlifting is focused on, what it takes to be an elite weightlifter for Team USA, why competing for Team U... more

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Recent Guests

Matt Sicchio
CEO of USA Weightlifting
USA Weightlifting
Episode: The CEO of USA Weightlifting [Ep. 78: Matt Sicchio]
Dr. Neville Chu
Doctor of physical therapy and weightlifting coach
Legacy Performance Rehab
Episode: The (Real) Reason You’re In Pain ft. Dr. Neville Chu [Ep. 76]
Leo Totten
Coach with 50 years in weightlifting; founder of East Coast Gold
East Coast Gold
Episode: 50 Years Of Old School Weightlifting Methods ft. Leo Totten
Khrys Speed
Owner of Ronin Strength UK, weightlifter and strength/conditioning practitioner
Ronin Strength UK
Episode: Athletic Weightlifting, Sprinting + Jumping for Weightlifters, and Using Strength & Conditioning Principles ft. Khrys Speed (@kdotspeed) [Ep. 72]
Dane Miller
Owner of Garage Strength
Garage Strength
Episode: Garage Strength on Building Athletic Weightlifters, Using Olympic Lifts for Athletes, and the Formula that Builds Champions [Ep. 70]
Greg Everett
Owner of Catalyst Athletics, author of Olympic Weightlifting: A Complete Guide for Athletes and Coaches
Catalyst Athletics
Episode: Catalyst Athletics Explains Why Your Technique Is Still Bad, How some Training Cycles Go PERFECT But Don't End In PR's, and What He Still Has Left To Accomplish [Ep. 66]
Caden Cahoy
2024 junior world champion and Olympic hopeful
Episode: USA’s Next Olympic Weightlifting Champion? (Caden Cahoy Interview) [Ep. 64]
Chad Cahoy
Father, coach, and owner of Jacksonville Strength
Jacksonville Strength
Episode: USA’s Next Olympic Weightlifting Champion? (Caden Cahoy Interview) [Ep. 64]
Derek Beauchamp
2022 Pan Am competitor and 2026 alternate for the Enhanced Games, noted for his significant lifts
Self
Episode: 180kg Snatcher’s Top 7 Weightlifting Lessons @Anti_lifter [Ep. 60]

Hosts

Brian
Host of the show; weightlifting coach; affiliated with Big Bend Strength and related programs.
Calvin Lackey
Host of the show; captain of Lindenwood University Weightlifting; coach at Big Bend Strength and Lionheart Weightlifting; program director at Linwood University Weightlifting.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 43 ratings
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    Knowledgable coaches answer questions and dispense solid advice. No nonsense.

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No-nonsense, practical coaching that listeners can apply.
Knowledgeable coaches answer questions and dispense solid advice.
Strong emphasis on sustainable progress and coaching philosophy.

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The CEO of USA Weightlifting [Ep. 78: Matt Sicchio]
Q: How does the National Team Program work and what changes were made for 2026?
The National Team Program supports top athletes through funding, coaching, and performance analytics; 2026 adjustments include increased US OPC funding for top athletes, continued use of A and B standards to define targets, and enhanced data-driven accountability and support.
The CEO of USA Weightlifting [Ep. 78: Matt Sicchio]
Q: What are the main pillars of USA Weightlifting's strategic plan?
The plan centers on high performance excellence, grassroots participation and sport development, revenue generation and diversification, and organizational effectiveness, with a focus on sustainable, year-over-year improvements and better support for coaches and clubs.
Olympic Weightlifting For Youth, 60+ Masters, and Rehab with Squat University Q&A [Ep. 71]
Q: How should training change when a child is entering puberty or post-puberty?
Segment training by maturation level, increase technically light loads or practice with movement patterns, and gradually introduce more structured practice while avoiding early specialization and prioritizing overall athletic development and enjoyment.
Olympic Weightlifting For Youth, 60+ Masters, and Rehab with Squat University Q&A [Ep. 71]
Q: Starting with children around 10 years old, how should you approach training and keep it safe?
Keep it fun and movement-based, use short sessions with a lot of play, and progress gradually by exposure to different movements rather than heavy loads. Use lightweight implements and focus on technique and enjoyment to encourage return visits.
The (Real) Reason You’re In Pain ft. Dr. Neville Chu [Ep. 76]
Q: Being pain-free as a primary goal is probably a bad primary goal for weightlifters; can you explain this?
The primary goal is to train productively and compete meaningfully; pain is a signal to manage, not a reason to stop entirely. Athletes should adjust training around pain to maintain progress rather than wait for complete pain freedom, which could cost them their season.

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This show centers on practical coaching, training philosophy, and the real-world application of Olympic weightlifting. Episodes frequently explore how to build technique with smart programming, integrate strength and conditioning principles, and manage training load for lifters at all levels—from youth and masters to high-performance competitors. Guests range from veteran coaches and athletes to rehab and nutrition experts, offering actionable tips on programming, injury prevention, and performance optimization. A standout thread across episodes is a focus on sustainable progress, team culture, and long-term development over quick fixes, with a strong emphasis on practical, evidence-informed coaching insights that listeners can apply direct... more

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