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Last Set Best Set | Olympic Weightlifting Podcast

Big Bend Strength
Olympic Weightlifting
Strength Training
Weightlifting
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USA Weightlifting
Big Bend Strength
Progressive Overload
Technique Errors
Clean and Jerk
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Volume Training
Technique Improvement
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Upper Body Strength
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Bar Path
Coaching Development
Weightlifting Complexes
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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 Jim Malone, director of USA Weightlifting’s new Talent ID + Recruiting Program! They discuss the recruiting problem that causes the best athletes in the country to play other sports instead of w... more

In this episode, Coach Brian and Coach Calvin rank the 11 most popular warm-up methods for olympic lifters! Between Cardio, Primers, Stretching, and Plyo's, it can be hard to know whats necessary, and what's nice to have. Let us know if we missed any... more

In this episode, Coach Brian and Coach Calvin interview the lead Sports Biomechanist for USA Weightlifting, Dr. Kristoff Kipp! They discuss the data points USA Weightlifting collects, how they use it to help guide coaches, and answer some questions f... more

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Recent Guests

Kristoff Kipp
Biomechanist and professor at Marquette University; lead sports scientist for USA Weightlifting
Marquette University / USA Weightlifting
Episode: The Data Behind World Class Weightlifters [Ep.84: Dr. Kristoff Kipp]
Sean Rigsby
Sports Performance Manager for USA Weightlifting; owner of Heavy Metal Barbell Club
USA Weightlifting / Heavy Metal Barbell Club
Episode: What It Takes To Be An Elite Weightlifter ft. USAW Manager [Ep. 82: Sean Rigsby]
Tom Sroka
USA Weightlifting coach, Strength Agenda owner
Strength Agenda
Episode: The Strength vs. Technique Debate, What CalStrength Was Really Like, and Lessons from Glenn Pendlay
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]
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]

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 45 ratings
  • Great format

    Knowledgable coaches answer questions and dispense solid advice. No nonsense.

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Knowledgeable coaches answer questions and dispense solid advice.
Strong emphasis on sustainable progress and coaching philosophy.

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The Data Behind World Class Weightlifters [Ep.84: Dr. Kristoff Kipp]
Q: What has been the most significant scientific advance in modern weightlifting?
The use of sophisticated motion capture in competition settings, enabling large data sets of elite lifters and faster data processing, has been the biggest game changer in recent years.
The Data Behind World Class Weightlifters [Ep.84: Dr. Kristoff Kipp]
Q: What advice would you give the average lifter who doesn't have access to this data?
Start by consistently videotaping lifts from the same angles, note where you miss lifts and at what load, and keep qualitative notes to identify patterns over time.
The Data Behind World Class Weightlifters [Ep.84: Dr. Kristoff Kipp]
Q: Were there any metrics you measured that turned out to be highly correlated with successful weightlifters that you weren't expecting?
Coaches should look beyond peak metrics and consider how force is coordinated over time; the overall pattern of force application and velocity across the lift provides more insight than any single peak value.
The Strength vs. Technique Debate, What CalStrength Was Really Like, and Lessons from Glenn Pendlay
Q: How do you view the relationship between strength and technique?
Weightlifting is fundamentally a strength sport, and while technique is crucial, a strong athlete with good technique will outperform a technically perfect but weak lifter; the best approach blends ongoing technique work with progressive strength development.
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.

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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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