Ep. 237 - Taylor Smith

Ep. 237 - Taylor Smith

Author: Josh Rohr & Lara Sturm March 4, 2026 Duration: 43:29
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the podcast, Josh interviewed Taylor Smith, a powerlifter who recently competed in the Georgia State meet where she set new PRs and became the best overall lifter by Dots. Taylor discussed her background in lifting, her recent success, and her decision to switch coaches after 2.5 years with Josh and Wade. They explored Taylor's future goals in powerlifting, including competing in nationals, and discussed the recent changes to Raw Nationals, including the el...

Every Wednesday, Josh Rohr and Lara Sturm blend chalk dust with hair spray on the Powerlifting & Power Ballads Podcast. While the show has deep roots in Georgia's powerlifting scene, the conversation spans hot topics and competitions from across the country. Each episode is built around a specific structure that regulars have come to rely on: dissecting a hypothetical "Powerlifting Situation" for some comedic problem-solving and sharing a practical "New Lifter Tip" that cuts through the noise. You'll get analysis of the latest news in the sport, straightforward training advice, and of course, the essential musical component that gives this podcast its name. The hosts frequently run listener tournaments where submissions can win prizes from sponsors, adding a community-driven, competitive edge. It’s a unique mix where serious educational content on technique and competition meets the lighter, funnier side of gym culture, all soundtracked by the perfect power ballad. Tune in for a weekly dose that’s as much about the shared culture of lifting as it is about the numbers on the bar.
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Ep. 225 - Josh finds his high school lifting CDs! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:08
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Josh and Lara discussed weight measurement conversions and shared updates about various powerlifting meets, including personal records achieved by competitors and their experiences atten…
Ep. 224 - Quayla Hardwick: USAPL Pro [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:16
Send us Fan Mail This episode covered the announcement of the 2026 USA Powerlifting regional competitions and the revival of the Battle of the Regions event at the Arnold, where top lifters from this year's regionals wil…
Ep. 223 - Southeast Regionals Recap! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:34
Send us Fan Mail Josh and Lara discussed upcoming powerlifting meets in Georgia, including registration details and early registration importance for the USA Powerlifting Georgia State Championship. They shared personal…
Ep. 222 - The Top 10 things to look for in a Powerlifting Coach [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:39:04
Send us Fan Mail In this long-awaited episode (recorded back in February 2023), legendary coach Sherman Ledford joins Josh Rohr to break down the Top 10 things to look for when selecting a powerlifting coach. With decade…
Ep. 221 - Regionals: 4 down, 1 to go! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 34:25
Send us Fan Mail Josh and Lara discussed resuming their podcast after a break and shared updates about Team Rohr's recent weekend activities, including social events and training sessions. They reviewed results from rece…
Ep. 220 - Southeast Regionals Filling up! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:45
Send us Fan Mail Josh and Lara discussed their podcast milestone and future episode naming conventions while reflecting on their editing process. They covered various powerlifting topics including coaching certifications…
Ep. 219 - Mike Hafenbrack [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 46:02
Send us Fan Mail This episode featured Dr. Michael Hafenbrack, a physical therapist and powerlifting coach, who discussed his competitive lifting experience, including his Junior National title win and affiliation with v…
Ep. 218 - Bench & Equipped Nationals Recap [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:11
Send us Fan Mail Josh & Lara discussed the success of their lifters at national competitions and highlighted achievements in various categories, including qualification for the World Championships in Seoul. The conversat…
Ep. 217 - New Raw Nat's Qualifying Totals [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 31:56
Send us Fan Mail Josh and Lara discussed the upcoming Youth, Bench, Equipped and EmpowerID nationals, including details about various divisions, qualifying totals, and specific competitors. They explored potential improv…
Ep. 216 - USAPL & PA in a Social Media Pissing Contest? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 34:36
Send us Fan Mail Josh and Lara discussed Lara's recent birthday celebration and climbing adventure on Mount Shasta. They reviewed upcoming powerlifting competitions and debated the drug testing policies between USA Power…