Ep. 251 - Regionals are filling up!

Ep. 251 - Regionals are filling up!

Author: Josh Rohr & Lara Sturm July 22, 2026 Duration: 17:26
Send us Fan Mail Josh and Lara discussing recent updates in powerlifting including Josh's attendance at the Lee Haney games in Atlanta where he enjoyed playing in bounce houses with his daughters. Josh recommended the Murder 101 series on Amazon Prime that complements the original podcast, and mentioned the USA Powerlifting website received a facelift with new mobile-friendly features and a meet day handlers resource for lifters seeking certified coaches. They reviewed upcoming Georgia meets ...

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.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 50

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Ep. 234 - Nick Benerakis of Big Benchas [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:22:58
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Josh and Coach Nick Benerakis discussed their contrasting training approaches and personal journeys in powerlifting, including Coach Ben's transition from competitor to online coach and…
Ep. 233 - Eleiko used to make WHAT!??? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 21:16
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Powerlifting & Ballads Podcast, Josh and Lara discussed the end of MTV's music video era, the upcoming Arnold competition, and various powerlifting events. They shared their though…
Ep. 232 - The 3 teams in contention are... [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 18:02
Send us Fan Mail Josh and Lara discussed their new podcast recording rule and shared personal updates before transitioning to their coaching approaches and team expansion plans, emphasizing their ability to help lifters…
Ep. 231 - A mime with bubbles...welcome to 2026! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:23
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the podcast, Josh and Lara discussed upcoming powerlifting events, including the Georgia State meet which has a registration deadline of midnight on Wednesday. They reviewed the USAPL…
Ep. 230 - IDFPA Worlds Recap! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:23
Send us Fan Mail The episode primarily focused on reviewing Team Rohr's strong performance at the IDFPA Worlds competition in South Korea, where multiple lifters achieved impressive results and set records. The discussio…
Ep. 229 - The IDFPA Worlds are here! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:36
Send us Fan Mail Josh and Lara reviewed the Team Rohr holiday party and discussed recent powerlifting meet results before focusing on the upcoming IDFPA Worlds competition in Korea. They also reflected on past sponsorshi…
Ep. 228 - No Equipped at the Arnold?? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:03
Send us Fan Mail In this Episode, Josh and Lara discussed upcoming powerlifting events, including the Arnold Classic and various competitions in Georgia, while analyzing participation numbers and challenges facing equipp…
Ep. 227 - Happy Thanksgiving...we're taking next week off [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:46
Send us Fan Mail In this Episode, Josh & Lara covered various topics including TV shows, upcoming powerlifting events in Georgia, and Laura Styrlund's performance at the IDFPA Bench Worlds. The conversation concluded wit…
Ep. 226 - Dr. John Rusin: Pain-Free Performance [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:16:03
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dr. John Rusin, a coach with extensive experience in strength and conditioning, discussed his new book "Pain Free Performance" which focuses on helping powerlifters and fitness enthusias…