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Send us a textNate and Liz talk about how they first started lifting together and how that relationship has grown over the years. They also talk about some similarities and differences they have  in their individual coaching styles. Next week we are recording a Q & A episode so submit your questions on instagram.Support the showThanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe to the podcast, leave us a rating and share it with your friends so we can continue to grow.-You can now become a Fortis Powerlifting Podcast + subscriber by using the link below! This will help support the podcast as we continue to grow and we will give you a shoutout on the next episode after you subscribe as well as give you top priority for different topics or discussions you'd like us to have on the podcast. Thank you for your support!https://www.buzzsprout.com/1369834/support-Follow us on social media for daily powerlifting content including workouts, helpful tips and client sucess stories!@fortispowerlifting-SPONSORED BY@trashpandatactical FORTISPOWER to save

Send us a textIn this episode Nate and Liz discuss how you can break down any problem into small, achievable steps. Stacking these small victories can lead to ultimate success and always remember, doing something is better than nothing. Support the showThanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe to the podcast, leave us a rating and share it with your friends so we can continue to grow.-You can now become a Fortis Powerlifting Podcast + subscriber by using the link below! This will help support the podcast as we continue to grow and we will give you a shoutout on the next episode after you subscribe as well as give you top priority for different topics or discussions you'd like us to have on the podcast. Thank you for your support!https://www.buzzsprout.com/1369834/support-Follow us on social media for daily powerlifting content including workouts, helpful tips and client sucess stories!@fortispowerlifting-SPONSORED BY@trashpandatactical FORTISPOWER to save

Send us a textAn update episode from our first episode on dealing with depression back in 2022. Liz shares her journey with depression over the past couple years as well as a recent break through of sorts that has helped her immensely. Nate and Liz also discuss how powerlifting and structure can help your mental health and the fact that powerlifting is a marathon, not a sprint. If you are struggling with depression please consider seeking professional help, it may just change your life. If you are struggling with thoughts of suicide or suicidal ideations, call 988 they can help you.Support the showThanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe to the podcast, leave us a rating and share it with your friends so we can continue to grow.-You can now become a Fortis Powerlifting Podcast + subscriber by using the link below! This will help support the podcast as we continue to grow and we will give you a shoutout on the next episode after you subscribe as well as give you top priority for different topics or discussions you'd like us to have on the podcast. Thank you for your support!https://www.buzzsprout.com/1369834/support-Follow us on social media for daily powerlifting content including workouts, helpful tips and client sucess stories!@fortispowerlifting-SPONSORED BY@trashpandatactical FORTISPOWER to save

Send us a textThis week Nate and Liz talk about two things that could be holding you back from peak performance: overshooting your top sets and under training on accessories and volume. Support the showThanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe to the podcast, leave us a rating and share it with your friends so we can continue to grow.-You can now become a Fortis Powerlifting Podcast + subscriber by using the link below! This will help support the podcast as we continue to grow and we will give you a shoutout on the next episode after you subscribe as well as give you top priority for different topics or discussions you'd like us to have on the podcast. Thank you for your support!https://www.buzzsprout.com/1369834/support-Follow us on social media for daily powerlifting content including workouts, helpful tips and client sucess stories!@fortispowerlifting-SPONSORED BY@trashpandatactical FORTISPOWER to save

Send us a textNate and Liz recap their experience coaching at the Ghost Clash this past weekend as well as explain what the ghost clash is and or the difference between a pro meet and nationals. They also talked about why every pound matters when competing and why you should always focus on building the total. Also, have you noticed there is a lot more conventional pullers popping up in powerlifting? Nate and Liz share their theory on why they think this is the case.Support the showThanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe to the podcast, leave us a rating and share it with your friends so we can continue to grow.-You can now become a Fortis Powerlifting Podcast + subscriber by using the link below! This will help support the podcast as we continue to grow and we will give you a shoutout on the next episode after you subscribe as well as give you top priority for different topics or discussions you'd like us to have on the podcast. Thank you for your support!https://www.buzzsprout.com/1369834/support-Follow us on social media for daily powerlifting content including workouts, helpful tips and client sucess stories!@fortispowerlifting-SPONSORED BY@trashpandatactical FORTISPOWER to save

Send us a textNate and Liz discuss the difference between hyped and chill lifters. Which is better? Tune in to find out. The real question is which one are you?Support the showThanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe to the podcast, leave us a rating and share it with your friends so we can continue to grow.-You can now become a Fortis Powerlifting Podcast + subscriber by using the link below! This will help support the podcast as we continue to grow and we will give you a shoutout on the next episode after you subscribe as well as give you top priority for different topics or discussions you'd like us to have on the podcast. Thank you for your support!https://www.buzzsprout.com/1369834/support-Follow us on social media for daily powerlifting content including workouts, helpful tips and client sucess stories!@fortispowerlifting-SPONSORED BY@trashpandatactical FORTISPOWER to save

Send us a textNate and Liz talk about how easy it is to be influenced by those around you to buy new gear, compete in a different fed, change your form, even use PEDs. They talk about how it is a much better idea to make choices and do things that YOU want to do and worry less about what others are doing around you. When you do this you will unlock a deeper love for the sport and lifting. You also will find all of the gains you are looking for when day in and day out you are having fun and lifting heavy.Support the showThanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe to the podcast, leave us a rating and share it with your friends so we can continue to grow.-You can now become a Fortis Powerlifting Podcast + subscriber by using the link below! This will help support the podcast as we continue to grow and we will give you a shoutout on the next episode after you subscribe as well as give you top priority for different topics or discussions you'd like us to have on the podcast. Thank you for your support!https://www.buzzsprout.com/1369834/support-Follow us on social media for daily powerlifting content including workouts, helpful tips and client sucess stories!@fortispowerlifting-SPONSORED BY@trashpandatactical FORTISPOWER to save

Send us a textNate and Liz recap the Master's Cup powerlifting meet on the drive home! It was a fantastic trip and everyone all did well! It was also a perfect example of what you can accomplish when you follow the plan perfectly. Hint: It helps you lift more. Support the showThanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe to the podcast, leave us a rating and share it with your friends so we can continue to grow.-You can now become a Fortis Powerlifting Podcast + subscriber by using the link below! This will help support the podcast as we continue to grow and we will give you a shoutout on the next episode after you subscribe as well as give you top priority for different topics or discussions you'd like us to have on the podcast. Thank you for your support!https://www.buzzsprout.com/1369834/support-Follow us on social media for daily powerlifting content including workouts, helpful tips and client sucess stories!@fortispowerlifting-SPONSORED BY@trashpandatactical FORTISPOWER to save

Send us a textFirst episode recorded late night after a day of coaching at a meet, by far the funniest episode we've recorded in a while. Enjoy a recap of Bending the Bar 9, an upcoming schedule of events for the team, and Liz and Nate answer some deep questions about powerlifting and coaching.Support the showThanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe to the podcast, leave us a rating and share it with your friends so we can continue to grow.-You can now become a Fortis Powerlifting Podcast + subscriber by using the link below! This will help support the podcast as we continue to grow and we will give you a shoutout on the next episode after you subscribe as well as give you top priority for different topics or discussions you'd like us to have on the podcast. Thank you for your support!https://www.buzzsprout.com/1369834/support-Follow us on social media for daily powerlifting content including workouts, helpful tips and client sucess stories!@fortispowerlifting-SPONSORED BY@trashpandatactical FORTISPOWER to save

Send us a textNate and Liz discuss how you can prepare to compete on gameday by having your gear, nutrition, and supplements all in line so there's no question on meet day. They also discuss how to handle a red light or even a bad call by a judge. Support the showThanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe to the podcast, leave us a rating and share it with your friends so we can continue to grow.-You can now become a Fortis Powerlifting Podcast + subscriber by using the link below! This will help support the podcast as we continue to grow and we will give you a shoutout on the next episode after you subscribe as well as give you top priority for different topics or discussions you'd like us to have on the podcast. Thank you for your support!https://www.buzzsprout.com/1369834/support-Follow us on social media for daily powerlifting content including workouts, helpful tips and client sucess stories!@fortispowerlifting-SPONSORED BY@trashpandatactical FORTISPOWER to save

Send us a textIn this episode, Nate and Liz put popular fitness and powerlifting debates head-to-head—heavy singles vs. volume, sumo vs. conventional, tracking macros vs. intuitive eating, and more. Expect hot takes, expert insights, poor mental math and more. Tune in and let us know where you stand!Support the showThanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe to the podcast, leave us a rating and share it with your friends so we can continue to grow.-You can now become a Fortis Powerlifting Podcast + subscriber by using the link below! This will help support the podcast as we continue to grow and we will give you a shoutout on the next episode after you subscribe as well as give you top priority for different topics or discussions you'd like us to have on the podcast. Thank you for your support!https://www.buzzsprout.com/1369834/support-Follow us on social media for daily powerlifting content including workouts, helpful tips and client sucess stories!@fortispowerlifting-SPONSORED BY@trashpandatactical FORTISPOWER to save

Send us a textThis week Nate and Liz take a deep dive into different sticking points in each of the main three lifts: squat, bench and deadlift. While there are many ways to do this, they discuss a more simple and practical approach that anyone at any level can implement in their training. So STICK around for some practical info to help you get unstuck on your powerlifting journey.Support the showThanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe to the podcast, leave us a rating and share it with your friends so we can continue to grow.-You can now become a Fortis Powerlifting Podcast + subscriber by using the link below! This will help support the podcast as we continue to grow and we will give you a shoutout on the next episode after you subscribe as well as give you top priority for different topics or discussions you'd like us to have on the podcast. Thank you for your support!https://www.buzzsprout.com/1369834/support-Follow us on social media for daily powerlifting content including workouts, helpful tips and client sucess stories!@fortispowerlifting-SPONSORED BY@trashpandatactical FORTISPOWER to save

Send us a textRecap of Nate's recent challenge of running The Double Bridge 15k and then heading to Fortis Fitness Studio to lift 1,500lbs between the squat, bench and deadlift. Nate talks with Liz on how he trained for this challenge, what went well, what went wrong ad if he will be doing a challenge like this in the future. Support the showThanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe to the podcast, leave us a rating and share it with your friends so we can continue to grow.-You can now become a Fortis Powerlifting Podcast + subscriber by using the link below! This will help support the podcast as we continue to grow and we will give you a shoutout on the next episode after you subscribe as well as give you top priority for different topics or discussions you'd like us to have on the podcast. Thank you for your support!https://www.buzzsprout.com/1369834/support-Follow us on social media for daily powerlifting content including workouts, helpful tips and client sucess stories!@fortispowerlifting-SPONSORED BY@trashpandatactical FORTISPOWER to save

Send us a textNate and Liz discuss how powerlifting can positively and negatively affect your mental health. They talk about how people can get burnt out and how powerlifting at an elite level comes with its own set of challenges. Also apparently there is a winter storm coming and it might snow in Northwest Florida?!Support the showThanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe to the podcast, leave us a rating and share it with your friends so we can continue to grow.-You can now become a Fortis Powerlifting Podcast + subscriber by using the link below! This will help support the podcast as we continue to grow and we will give you a shoutout on the next episode after you subscribe as well as give you top priority for different topics or discussions you'd like us to have on the podcast. Thank you for your support!https://www.buzzsprout.com/1369834/support-Follow us on social media for daily powerlifting content including workouts, helpful tips and client sucess stories!@fortispowerlifting-SPONSORED BY@trashpandatactical FORTISPOWER to save

Send us a textThis week Nate and Liz discuss how they rebuilt Nate's squat from failing 518 in November 2023 to hitting 584lbs on the platform in November 2024. We touch on various topics including the importance of a strong and engaged core, squat mobility specifically upper body, and the mental side of heavy squats. Hopefully some of this information can help you grow or rebuild your squat!Support the showThanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe to the podcast, leave us a rating and share it with your friends so we can continue to grow.-You can now become a Fortis Powerlifting Podcast + subscriber by using the link below! This will help support the podcast as we continue to grow and we will give you a shoutout on the next episode after you subscribe as well as give you top priority for different topics or discussions you'd like us to have on the podcast. Thank you for your support!https://www.buzzsprout.com/1369834/support-Follow us on social media for daily powerlifting content including workouts, helpful tips and client sucess stories!@fortispowerlifting-SPONSORED BY@trashpandatactical FORTISPOWER to save

Send us a textNate and Liz are back with another awesome episode and the first one of 2025. This week we talk about how to know when you are ready for your first meet, how often you should compete, which federation to compete in as well as do you need competition equipment to compete.Support the showThanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe to the podcast, leave us a rating and share it with your friends so we can continue to grow.-You can now become a Fortis Powerlifting Podcast + subscriber by using the link below! This will help support the podcast as we continue to grow and we will give you a shoutout on the next episode after you subscribe as well as give you top priority for different topics or discussions you'd like us to have on the podcast. Thank you for your support!https://www.buzzsprout.com/1369834/support-Follow us on social media for daily powerlifting content including workouts, helpful tips and client sucess stories!@fortispowerlifting-SPONSORED BY@trashpandatactical FORTISPOWER to save

Send us a textThis week Nate and Liz give a little training update, discuss how to stay on track during the holidays, and talk about how you can make some goals AND hit them. This will be the last episode for the year and we want to say thank you to everyone who has ever listened to an episode, shared it with your socials, and special thanks to our plus subscribers for their support. We appreciate all of you and we will see you next year!Support the showThanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe to the podcast, leave us a rating and share it with your friends so we can continue to grow.-You can now become a Fortis Powerlifting Podcast + subscriber by using the link below! This will help support the podcast as we continue to grow and we will give you a shoutout on the next episode after you subscribe as well as give you top priority for different topics or discussions you'd like us to have on the podcast. Thank you for your support!https://www.buzzsprout.com/1369834/support-Follow us on social media for daily powerlifting content including workouts, helpful tips and client sucess stories!@fortispowerlifting-SPONSORED BY@trashpandatactical FORTISPOWER to save

Send us a textof podcast videos. Haha gotcha! We have some exciting updates to share along with a full episode where we talk about Liz's most recent meet, winning all three meets she competed in this year, what to do in your offseason, and how to maintain/gain/or lose weight so that you are comfortable in the weight class you want to compete in.Support the showThanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe to the podcast, leave us a rating and share it with your friends so we can continue to grow.-You can now become a Fortis Powerlifting Podcast + subscriber by using the link below! This will help support the podcast as we continue to grow and we will give you a shoutout on the next episode after you subscribe as well as give you top priority for different topics or discussions you'd like us to have on the podcast. Thank you for your support!https://www.buzzsprout.com/1369834/support-Follow us on social media for daily powerlifting content including workouts, helpful tips and client sucess stories!@fortispowerlifting-SPONSORED BY@trashpandatactical FORTISPOWER to save

Send us a textThis week Nate and Liz discuss our Fortis Powerlifting team's most recent meet. We had 15 athletes competing and 2 more members of the gym compete for a total of 17 lifters. Everyone had a great day and Coach nate also hit a PR total after battling through years of injuries. We hope you enjoy this recap and are excited for our next team event which will be Bending the Bar in march.Support the showThanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe to the podcast, leave us a rating and share it with your friends so we can continue to grow.-You can now become a Fortis Powerlifting Podcast + subscriber by using the link below! This will help support the podcast as we continue to grow and we will give you a shoutout on the next episode after you subscribe as well as give you top priority for different topics or discussions you'd like us to have on the podcast. Thank you for your support!https://www.buzzsprout.com/1369834/support-Follow us on social media for daily powerlifting content including workouts, helpful tips and client sucess stories!@fortispowerlifting-SPONSORED BY@trashpandatactical FORTISPOWER to save

Send us a textThis week Nate and Liz discuss Nate's prep for his upcoming meet on the 17th as well as the Fortis Powerlifting Team prep as they prepare to compete the 16th and 17th. Then they discuss more fun movement pairs including shrugs vs heavy deadlifts, SSB vs Cambered bar and more. Tune in for a fun, informative conversation.Support the showThanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe to the podcast, leave us a rating and share it with your friends so we can continue to grow.-You can now become a Fortis Powerlifting Podcast + subscriber by using the link below! This will help support the podcast as we continue to grow and we will give you a shoutout on the next episode after you subscribe as well as give you top priority for different topics or discussions you'd like us to have on the podcast. Thank you for your support!https://www.buzzsprout.com/1369834/support-Follow us on social media for daily powerlifting content including workouts, helpful tips and client sucess stories!@fortispowerlifting-SPONSORED BY@trashpandatactical FORTISPOWER to save

Send us a textShe said it not me haha. But seriously does anyone else like those?This week we dive into a bunch of different movements and discuss which one we prefer for training ourselves as well as how we would apply it in training with our clients. Support the showThanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe to the podcast, leave us a rating and share it with your friends so we can continue to grow.-You can now become a Fortis Powerlifting Podcast + subscriber by using the link below! This will help support the podcast as we continue to grow and we will give you a shoutout on the next episode after you subscribe as well as give you top priority for different topics or discussions you'd like us to have on the podcast. Thank you for your support!https://www.buzzsprout.com/1369834/support-Follow us on social media for daily powerlifting content including workouts, helpful tips and client sucess stories!@fortispowerlifting-SPONSORED BY@trashpandatactical FORTISPOWER to save

Send us a textCutting. An inevitable part of any weight class sport and powerlifting is no different. In this episode we discuss reasons to do a weight cut, best practices to make sure it goes smooth and safe, as well as tips on recomping after a cut. If you are a powerlifter that has considered doing a weight cut or you've done one before, we know this episode has valuable information to help you succeed.Support the showThanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe to the podcast, leave us a rating and share it with your friends so we can continue to grow.-You can now become a Fortis Powerlifting Podcast + subscriber by using the link below! This will help support the podcast as we continue to grow and we will give you a shoutout on the next episode after you subscribe as well as give you top priority for different topics or discussions you'd like us to have on the podcast. Thank you for your support!https://www.buzzsprout.com/1369834/support-Follow us on social media for daily powerlifting content including workouts, helpful tips and client sucess stories!@fortispowerlifting-SPONSORED BY@trashpandatactical FORTISPOWER to save

Send us a textThis week Nate and Liz detail out how you should treat your last month leading up to a meet and how it may differ from the other parts of prep. There is not only a difference in the workouts, but also in the mentality. They go over both of these and help you get prepared for the platform. Support the showThanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe to the podcast, leave us a rating and share it with your friends so we can continue to grow.-You can now become a Fortis Powerlifting Podcast + subscriber by using the link below! This will help support the podcast as we continue to grow and we will give you a shoutout on the next episode after you subscribe as well as give you top priority for different topics or discussions you'd like us to have on the podcast. Thank you for your support!https://www.buzzsprout.com/1369834/support-Follow us on social media for daily powerlifting content including workouts, helpful tips and client sucess stories!@fortispowerlifting-SPONSORED BY@trashpandatactical FORTISPOWER to save

Send us a textSometimes, it's just that simple. Other times it may be a bit more complicated but at the end of the day if you have goals, somedays you will need to just suck it up and show up. Not every day will be super exciting, and that's ok. What is exciting is the culmination of many days, weeks and months of consistency working towards your goal. When you finally reach it, the feeling will be euphoric. Others around you will say it just happened over night, but you will know deep down that it took those days, months, and years of hard work, to achieve your goal. That's a sense of pride I hope everyone gets to feel at least once in their life.Support the showThanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe to the podcast, leave us a rating and share it with your friends so we can continue to grow.-You can now become a Fortis Powerlifting Podcast + subscriber by using the link below! This will help support the podcast as we continue to grow and we will give you a shoutout on the next episode after you subscribe as well as give you top priority for different topics or discussions you'd like us to have on the podcast. Thank you for your support!https://www.buzzsprout.com/1369834/support-Follow us on social media for daily powerlifting content including workouts, helpful tips and client sucess stories!@fortispowerlifting-SPONSORED BY@trashpandatactical FORTISPOWER to save

Send us a textThis week Nate and Liz dive in to the few ingredients that make up the secret sauce that can help you get stronger quicker in the sport of powerlifting. Hint: it's not what you think. These habits and things are commonly overlooked and when you start to pay more attention to them you will start to see better results. Support the showThanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe to the podcast, leave us a rating and share it with your friends so we can continue to grow.-You can now become a Fortis Powerlifting Podcast + subscriber by using the link below! This will help support the podcast as we continue to grow and we will give you a shoutout on the next episode after you subscribe as well as give you top priority for different topics or discussions you'd like us to have on the podcast. Thank you for your support!https://www.buzzsprout.com/1369834/support-Follow us on social media for daily powerlifting content including workouts, helpful tips and client sucess stories!@fortispowerlifting-SPONSORED BY@trashpandatactical FORTISPOWER to save

Send us a textWe are baaack! Took a week off last week to prepare for Liz's competition at the inaugural ironbuilt games, which is the topic of this week's episode. We discuss the idea behind ironbuilt games, how it turned out and how we came up with our new slogan for Fortis Powerlifting: Have Fun, Lift Heavy.Support the showThanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe to the podcast, leave us a rating and share it with your friends so we can continue to grow.-You can now become a Fortis Powerlifting Podcast + subscriber by using the link below! This will help support the podcast as we continue to grow and we will give you a shoutout on the next episode after you subscribe as well as give you top priority for different topics or discussions you'd like us to have on the podcast. Thank you for your support!https://www.buzzsprout.com/1369834/support-Follow us on social media for daily powerlifting content including workouts, helpful tips and client sucess stories!@fortispowerlifting-SPONSORED BY@trashpandatactical FORTISPOWER to save

Send us a textThis week Nate and Liz talk about why they implement ranges in programming for their athletes, and break down where the top and bottom numbers of the range come from. Do you always shoot for the top, are you more of a bottom number person, well in this episode Nate and Liz discuss how you can select the right number for the day. Sometimes it may be the top or the bottom number, however it could also be the middle! The information in this episode can help you adhere to your program a little better and get the most out of your programming.Support the showThanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe to the podcast, leave us a rating and share it with your friends so we can continue to grow.-You can now become a Fortis Powerlifting Podcast + subscriber by using the link below! This will help support the podcast as we continue to grow and we will give you a shoutout on the next episode after you subscribe as well as give you top priority for different topics or discussions you'd like us to have on the podcast. Thank you for your support!https://www.buzzsprout.com/1369834/support-Follow us on social media for daily powerlifting content including workouts, helpful tips and client sucess stories!@fortispowerlifting-SPONSORED BY@trashpandatactical FORTISPOWER to save

Send us a textThis week Liz, and a little bit Nate, discuss how to train while on your cycle. Liz offers tips and tricks to make sure you maximize your training all month long, not just when you are feeling good. She shares some of her own experiences training on and off hormonal birth control and gives you the information you need to keep making progress in powerlifting. Dudes! This one is for you too. Whether you have a friend or significant other that experiences these symptoms or you are a male coach with female athletes, the information in this pod is invaluable for your success. Support the Show.Thanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe to the podcast, leave us a rating and share it with your friends so we can continue to grow.-You can now become a Fortis Powerlifting Podcast + subscriber by using the link below! This will help support the podcast as we continue to grow and we will give you a shoutout on the next episode after you subscribe as well as give you top priority for different topics or discussions you'd like us to have on the podcast. Thank you for your support!https://www.buzzsprout.com/1369834/support-Follow us on social media for daily powerlifting content including workouts, helpful tips and client sucess stories!@fortispowerlifting-SPONSORED BY@trashpandatactical FORTISPOWER to save

Send us a Text Message.This week Nate and Liz go through their current lineup of powerlifting gear, from shoes and knee sleeves to wrist wraps and belts. They also share the story of Toby confronting a bear, yes that really happened and yes Toby is ok haha.Support the Show.Thanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe to the podcast, leave us a rating and share it with your friends so we can continue to grow.-You can now become a Fortis Powerlifting Podcast + subscriber by using the link below! This will help support the podcast as we continue to grow and we will give you a shoutout on the next episode after you subscribe as well as give you top priority for different topics or discussions you'd like us to have on the podcast. Thank you for your support!https://www.buzzsprout.com/1369834/support-Follow us on social media for daily powerlifting content including workouts, helpful tips and client sucess stories!@fortispowerlifting-SPONSORED BY@trashpandatactical FORTISPOWER to save

Send us a Text Message.This week Nate and Liz discuss brain power. No we're not talking about college degrees or doing well in school, we're talking about powerlifting. Though doing well in school is good, today we're talking on how training your mind can result in massive gains on the platform and onto your total. After you build to a certain level of strength, powerlifting becomes almost entirely a mental game. In this episode Nate and Liz breakdown their individual approaches to mentally preparing to lift heavy weights right up to their pre ritual routine. We hope some of this information can help you prepare for your next heavy session and be sure to stick around for the wild 1v1 at the end, Gorilla vs Grizzly.Support the Show.Thanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe to the podcast, leave us a rating and share it with your friends so we can continue to grow.-You can now become a Fortis Powerlifting Podcast + subscriber by using the link below! This will help support the podcast as we continue to grow and we will give you a shoutout on the next episode after you subscribe as well as give you top priority for different topics or discussions you'd like us to have on the podcast. Thank you for your support!https://www.buzzsprout.com/1369834/support-Follow us on social media for daily powerlifting content including workouts, helpful tips and client sucess stories!@fortispowerlifting-SPONSORED BY@trashpandatactical FORTISPOWER to save

Send us a Text Message.Nate and Liz discuss the new University division of Fortis Powerlifting and how they are creating more and more helpful content and experiences to help you grow as a powerlifter. Whether you are a beginner or advanced athlete, our goal is to create meaningful, memorable content that can help you get to the next level.Support the Show.Thanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe to the podcast, leave us a rating and share it with your friends so we can continue to grow.-You can now become a Fortis Powerlifting Podcast + subscriber by using the link below! This will help support the podcast as we continue to grow and we will give you a shoutout on the next episode after you subscribe as well as give you top priority for different topics or discussions you'd like us to have on the podcast. Thank you for your support!https://www.buzzsprout.com/1369834/support-Follow us on social media for daily powerlifting content including workouts, helpful tips and client sucess stories!@fortispowerlifting-SPONSORED BY@trashpandatactical FORTISPOWER to save

Send us a Text Message.This week Nate and Liz discuss why they believe powerlifting isn't in the olympics and if it can ever be considered an olympic sport. They talk about the rules, equipment standardization, drug testing and more. We hope you enjoy this episode and please let us know what you think, can powerlifting be an Olympic sport?Support the Show.Thanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe to the podcast, leave us a rating and share it with your friends so we can continue to grow.-You can now become a Fortis Powerlifting Podcast + subscriber by using the link below! This will help support the podcast as we continue to grow and we will give you a shoutout on the next episode after you subscribe as well as give you top priority for different topics or discussions you'd like us to have on the podcast. Thank you for your support!https://www.buzzsprout.com/1369834/support-Follow us on social media for daily powerlifting content including workouts, helpful tips and client sucess stories!@fortispowerlifting-SPONSORED BY@trashpandatactical FORTISPOWER to save

Send us a Text Message.This week Nate and Liz discuss how patience and powerlifting go hand in hand, like PB & J. They discuss how strength sports are unique in the fact that they all require patience in order to progress. Just because powerlifting requires patience, doesn't mean it can't be fun. You can have plenty of fun training either solo, or alongside like minded Indias you chase your next goal. Fall in love with the journey!Support the Show.Thanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe to the podcast, leave us a rating and share it with your friends so we can continue to grow.-You can now become a Fortis Powerlifting Podcast + subscriber by using the link below! This will help support the podcast as we continue to grow and we will give you a shoutout on the next episode after you subscribe as well as give you top priority for different topics or discussions you'd like us to have on the podcast. Thank you for your support!https://www.buzzsprout.com/1369834/support-Follow us on social media for daily powerlifting content including workouts, helpful tips and client sucess stories!@fortispowerlifting-SPONSORED BY@trashpandatactical FORTISPOWER to save

Send us a Text Message.This week Nate and Liz delve into pre lift routines, getting hyped before a lift and of course Liz's famous leg slaps before squats. Is there such thing as getting too hyped? Can you lift without any hype whatsoever ? Where is "the switch" that people talk about flipping before they lift? All these questions and more will be answered in this week's episode. Also the return of Wild 1 v 1, where we discuss who would win between a Lion and a Tiger.Support the Show.Thanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe to the podcast, leave us a rating and share it with your friends so we can continue to grow.-You can now become a Fortis Powerlifting Podcast + subscriber by using the link below! This will help support the podcast as we continue to grow and we will give you a shoutout on the next episode after you subscribe as well as give you top priority for different topics or discussions you'd like us to have on the podcast. Thank you for your support!https://www.buzzsprout.com/1369834/support-Follow us on social media for daily powerlifting content including workouts, helpful tips and client sucess stories!@fortispowerlifting-SPONSORED BY@trashpandatactical FORTISPOWER to save

Send us a Text Message.Nate and Liz discuss how to overcome obstacles during your training. Just like everyone else, we don't get paid to compete in powerlifting, as such sometime we have to work around things happening in our life to make sure we can still progress in our powerlifting training. One of the key things we talk about in this episode is communication. Communication between the coach/athlete is essential for success.Support the Show.Thanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe to the podcast, leave us a rating and share it with your friends so we can continue to grow.-You can now become a Fortis Powerlifting Podcast + subscriber by using the link below! This will help support the podcast as we continue to grow and we will give you a shoutout on the next episode after you subscribe as well as give you top priority for different topics or discussions you'd like us to have on the podcast. Thank you for your support!https://www.buzzsprout.com/1369834/support-Follow us on social media for daily powerlifting content including workouts, helpful tips and client sucess stories!@fortispowerlifting-SPONSORED BY@trashpandatactical FORTISPOWER to save

Send us a Text Message.Sometimes you need that specific cue to help you break past a plateau, other times you simply just need to..... pshhhh I'm not giving away the secret in the description. But we do discuss it at length in today's episode. Be sure to give it a listen and then apply this concept to your training and get STRONG. As always if you ever have any questions about programming, training or anything powerlifting send us dm on instagram and we will gladly help you out on your powerlifting journey.Support the Show.Thanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe to the podcast, leave us a rating and share it with your friends so we can continue to grow.-You can now become a Fortis Powerlifting Podcast + subscriber by using the link below! This will help support the podcast as we continue to grow and we will give you a shoutout on the next episode after you subscribe as well as give you top priority for different topics or discussions you'd like us to have on the podcast. Thank you for your support!https://www.buzzsprout.com/1369834/support-Follow us on social media for daily powerlifting content including workouts, helpful tips and client sucess stories!@fortispowerlifting-SPONSORED BY@trashpandatactical FORTISPOWER to save

Send us a Text Message.This episode was fully recorded in a car, in dead stop traffic, because we believe in efficiency. This week Nate & Liz discuss how to use a treat meal to your advantage rather than detriment. A well placed treat meal can help you stay focused on long term nutritional success and prevent major backslides to old habits. That being said, different goals require different levels of adherence to your plan. Having some nutrition accountability can really help you stay on track and ensure results, we both offer nutrition accountability if you need a little bit more accountability. Reach out and we would love to help you achieve your goals.Support the Show.Thanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe to the podcast, leave us a rating and share it with your friends so we can continue to grow.-You can now become a Fortis Powerlifting Podcast + subscriber by using the link below! This will help support the podcast as we continue to grow and we will give you a shoutout on the next episode after you subscribe as well as give you top priority for different topics or discussions you'd like us to have on the podcast. Thank you for your support!https://www.buzzsprout.com/1369834/support-Follow us on social media for daily powerlifting content including workouts, helpful tips and client sucess stories!@fortispowerlifting-SPONSORED BY@trashpandatactical FORTISPOWER to save

Send us a Text Message.Nate and Liz give y'all a little training update and discuss the proper way to make a PB & J sandwich. They discuss how training has been going for each of them, recent adjustments they have made to stay on track as well as competition plans for the rest of the year. Support the Show.Thanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe to the podcast, leave us a rating and share it with your friends so we can continue to grow.-You can now become a Fortis Powerlifting Podcast + subscriber by using the link below! This will help support the podcast as we continue to grow and we will give you a shoutout on the next episode after you subscribe as well as give you top priority for different topics or discussions you'd like us to have on the podcast. Thank you for your support!https://www.buzzsprout.com/1369834/support-Follow us on social media for daily powerlifting content including workouts, helpful tips and client sucess stories!@fortispowerlifting-SPONSORED BY@trashpandatactical FORTISPOWER to save

Send us a Text Message.This week Nate and Liz discuss the importance of building a supportive team to surround you as you chase down your powerlifting, and general fitness goals. Yes Powerlifting is an individual sport, but to think that you and only you can accomplish great things is foolish. You need a team. We discuss how different people such as coaches and training partners can make a positive impact on your training, and your life. Support the Show.Thanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe to the podcast, leave us a rating and share it with your friends so we can continue to grow.-You can now become a Fortis Powerlifting Podcast + subscriber by using the link below! This will help support the podcast as we continue to grow and we will give you a shoutout on the next episode after you subscribe as well as give you top priority for different topics or discussions you'd like us to have on the podcast. Thank you for your support!https://www.buzzsprout.com/1369834/support-Follow us on social media for daily powerlifting content including workouts, helpful tips and client sucess stories!@fortispowerlifting-SPONSORED BY@trashpandatactical FORTISPOWER to save

Send us a Text Message.This week Nate interviews a special guest: Liz!As some of you may know Liz has had the opportunity to compete, and win many times in the sport of powerlifting and in today's episode we find out how she thinks and trains. Many of the topics we discuss can be used in your own training to help you achieve new heights and become a more successful powerlifter. Hint, it all comes down to you!Support the Show.Thanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe to the podcast, leave us a rating and share it with your friends so we can continue to grow.-You can now become a Fortis Powerlifting Podcast + subscriber by using the link below! This will help support the podcast as we continue to grow and we will give you a shoutout on the next episode after you subscribe as well as give you top priority for different topics or discussions you'd like us to have on the podcast. Thank you for your support!https://www.buzzsprout.com/1369834/support-Follow us on social media for daily powerlifting content including workouts, helpful tips and client sucess stories!@fortispowerlifting-SPONSORED BY@trashpandatactical FORTISPOWER to save

Send us a Text Message.This week Nate and Liz discuss how fitness and powerlifting can help to improve your mental health and also what to do when you get overwhelmed with training. More is not always better and being open to change with your training schedule, intensity and even your goals can be one of the most effective ways to make sure that just keep going. Both Nate and Liz shared personal experiences from their fitness journey's where fitness and powerlifting helped them strengthen not just their body, but also their mind.Support the Show.Thanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe to the podcast, leave us a rating and share it with your friends so we can continue to grow.-You can now become a Fortis Powerlifting Podcast + subscriber by using the link below! This will help support the podcast as we continue to grow and we will give you a shoutout on the next episode after you subscribe as well as give you top priority for different topics or discussions you'd like us to have on the podcast. Thank you for your support!https://www.buzzsprout.com/1369834/support-Follow us on social media for daily powerlifting content including workouts, helpful tips and client sucess stories!@fortispowerlifting-SPONSORED BY@trashpandatactical FORTISPOWER to save

Send us a Text Message.This week Nate and Liz discuss accessories, the hidden gems of Powerlifting. Not only can they add some spice into your training, they also boast an immense ability to get you stronger than you ever imagined. All you have to do is give em a shot. In this episode Nate and Liz tell you how to get the most out of your accessories and give you tips on what kind of intensity you need to be hitting. 150 episodes! Thank you all for coming along thus far on this podcast journey of our, we look to continue providing top notch content for years to come!Support the Show.Thanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe to the podcast, leave us a rating and share it with your friends so we can continue to grow.-You can now become a Fortis Powerlifting Podcast + subscriber by using the link below! This will help support the podcast as we continue to grow and we will give you a shoutout on the next episode after you subscribe as well as give you top priority for different topics or discussions you'd like us to have on the podcast. Thank you for your support!https://www.buzzsprout.com/1369834/support-Follow us on social media for daily powerlifting content including workouts, helpful tips and client sucess stories!@fortispowerlifting-SPONSORED BY@trashpandatactical FORTISPOWER to save

Send us a Text Message.This week Nate and Liz discuss warm ups and how they can help you prime for performance on the platform and in the gym.  They talk about the difference between a general warm up and a movement specific warm up, how to design effective warm ups and how to decrease the amount of time you spend warming up. Hint: it's all in how you move.Support the Show.Thanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe to the podcast, leave us a rating and share it with your friends so we can continue to grow.-You can now become a Fortis Powerlifting Podcast + subscriber by using the link below! This will help support the podcast as we continue to grow and we will give you a shoutout on the next episode after you subscribe as well as give you top priority for different topics or discussions you'd like us to have on the podcast. Thank you for your support!https://www.buzzsprout.com/1369834/support-Follow us on social media for daily powerlifting content including workouts, helpful tips and client sucess stories!@fortispowerlifting-SPONSORED BY@trashpandatactical FORTISPOWER to save

Send us a Text Message.This week Nate and Liz discuss a very popular topic amongst some of our lifters and many others: how can you manage your bodyweight while powerlifting. Specifically losing weight. They dive into how you can in fact lose weight and still gain strength as well as different strategies for gaining weight, and body recomposition. Support the Show.Thanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe to the podcast, leave us a rating and share it with your friends so we can continue to grow.-You can now become a Fortis Powerlifting Podcast + subscriber by using the link below! This will help support the podcast as we continue to grow and we will give you a shoutout on the next episode after you subscribe as well as give you top priority for different topics or discussions you'd like us to have on the podcast. Thank you for your support!https://www.buzzsprout.com/1369834/support-Follow us on social media for daily powerlifting content including workouts, helpful tips and client sucess stories!@fortispowerlifting-SPONSORED BY@trashpandatactical FORTISPOWER to save

Send us a Text Message.This week Nate and Liz wrap up our 3 week series on the main three movements with the deadlift. They discuss the standards expected in most federations, common cues, grip concerns, and of course deadlift variations. We hope you all enjoyed these podcasts over the past few weeks and learned something that you can apply to your training to get your stronger.Support the Show.Thanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe to the podcast, leave us a rating and share it with your friends so we can continue to grow.-You can now become a Fortis Powerlifting Podcast + subscriber by using the link below! This will help support the podcast as we continue to grow and we will give you a shoutout on the next episode after you subscribe as well as give you top priority for different topics or discussions you'd like us to have on the podcast. Thank you for your support!https://www.buzzsprout.com/1369834/support-Follow us on social media for daily powerlifting content including workouts, helpful tips and client sucess stories!@fortispowerlifting-SPONSORED BY@trashpandatactical FORTISPOWER to save

This week Nate and Liz breakdown the bench press. They discuss the standards, technique cues, as well as how to set up your bench for maximum powaaaa. Hopefully you can find some useful information in this episode so you can start benching to your maximum potential. Support the Show.Thanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe to the podcast, leave us a rating and share it with your friends so we can continue to grow.-You can now become a Fortis Powerlifting Podcast + subscriber by using the link below! This will help support the podcast as we continue to grow and we will give you a shoutout on the next episode after you subscribe as well as give you top priority for different topics or discussions you'd like us to have on the podcast. Thank you for your support!https://www.buzzsprout.com/1369834/support-Follow us on social media for daily powerlifting content including workouts, helpful tips and client sucess stories!@fortispowerlifting-SPONSORED BY@trashpandatactical FORTISPOWER to save

This week Nate and Liz break down the squat. They talk about the standards, different cues and techniques and useful variations that can help you build a solid squat. The squat is the foundation of a good total, mainly because it is first, and it requires total control of the barbell. We plan on doing episodes like this one in the future for both bench and deadlift.Support the showThanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe to the podcast, leave us a rating and share it with your friends so we can continue to grow.-You can now become a Fortis Powerlifting Podcast + subscriber by using the link below! This will help support the podcast as we continue to grow and we will give you a shoutout on the next episode after you subscribe as well as give you top priority for different topics or discussions you'd like us to have on the podcast. Thank you for your support!https://www.buzzsprout.com/1369834/support-Follow us on social media for daily powerlifting content including workouts, helpful tips and client sucess stories!@fortispowerlifting-SPONSORED BY@trashpandatactical FORTISPOWER to save

Nate and Liz recap their trip down to Miami, during which there was an.....earthquake! That's right, be sure to listen to the full episode to hear the quake, or at least what we think was an earthquake. So far we have recorded our podcast in a hurricane and now a potential earthquake, what's next? Tune in each week to find out!Support the showThanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe to the podcast, leave us a rating and share it with your friends so we can continue to grow.-You can now become a Fortis Powerlifting Podcast + subscriber by using the link below! This will help support the podcast as we continue to grow and we will give you a shoutout on the next episode after you subscribe as well as give you top priority for different topics or discussions you'd like us to have on the podcast. Thank you for your support!https://www.buzzsprout.com/1369834/support-Follow us on social media for daily powerlifting content including workouts, helpful tips and client sucess stories!@fortispowerlifting-SPONSORED BY@trashpandatactical FORTISPOWER to save

This week Nate and Liz take a dive into one of the most talked about memes on the internet: cardio ruins your gains. So does it in fact ruin your muscle and strength gains, is there a way to add it in without negative effects? Can You walk on the treadmill before strength training?!?! We answer these questions and more on this week's episode of the pod.Support the showThanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe to the podcast, leave us a rating and share it with your friends so we can continue to grow.-You can now become a Fortis Powerlifting Podcast + subscriber by using the link below! This will help support the podcast as we continue to grow and we will give you a shoutout on the next episode after you subscribe as well as give you top priority for different topics or discussions you'd like us to have on the podcast. Thank you for your support!https://www.buzzsprout.com/1369834/support-Follow us on social media for daily powerlifting content including workouts, helpful tips and client sucess stories!@fortispowerlifting-SPONSORED BY@trashpandatactical FORTISPOWER to save

This week Nate and Liz give you three helpful tips to maximize your potential during the offseason. The offseason is usually a time where people tend to fall off, or don't enjoy training as much because it's not as fun and exciting as hitting those big numbers. This podcast will give you the tools to have fun and build the strength you need to put a bigger total together next time you are on the platform.Support the showThanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe to the podcast, leave us a rating and share it with your friends so we can continue to grow.-You can now become a Fortis Powerlifting Podcast + subscriber by using the link below! This will help support the podcast as we continue to grow and we will give you a shoutout on the next episode after you subscribe as well as give you top priority for different topics or discussions you'd like us to have on the podcast. Thank you for your support!https://www.buzzsprout.com/1369834/support-Follow us on social media for daily powerlifting content including workouts, helpful tips and client sucess stories!@fortispowerlifting-SPONSORED BY@trashpandatactical FORTISPOWER to save

This week Nate and Liz recap the eighth edition of Bending the Bar. This was an exciting three day meet where The Fortis Powerlifting team had 18 people competing all together. Tune in to find out how it went as well as how Liz did on her birthday meet!Support the showThanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe to the podcast, leave us a rating and share it with your friends so we can continue to grow.-You can now become a Fortis Powerlifting Podcast + subscriber by using the link below! This will help support the podcast as we continue to grow and we will give you a shoutout on the next episode after you subscribe as well as give you top priority for different topics or discussions you'd like us to have on the podcast. Thank you for your support!https://www.buzzsprout.com/1369834/support-Follow us on social media for daily powerlifting content including workouts, helpful tips and client sucess stories!@fortispowerlifting-SPONSORED BY@trashpandatactical FORTISPOWER to save