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Andrew Rajeevan (Andy) from RAW Barbell Club reveals all of his online and face to face strength training strategies, techniques & systems so you can get stronger, faster more explosive and move better. Andy loves movement, and that’s what drew him to the sports of CrossFit, and through that to his…

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    Ep. 6 | Raw Barbell Podcast 2.0 w/ Colm Woulfe

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2021 161:24


    From NZ to World's Strongest Man, The Wolfman We got more elite athletes than you can poke a stick at on this Poddy!! RAW BARBELL CLUB PODCAST episode 6 drops later today. Our Guest this week is the one and only- easily the strongest Athlete to come from Down under- New Zealand's very own- Colm […] The post Ep. 6 | Raw Barbell Podcast 2.0 w/ Colm Woulfe appeared first on RAW Barbell Club.

    Ep. 5 | Raw Barbell Podcast 2.0 w/ Alana Curnow

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2021 101:46


    Alana curnow was one of australia's most dominant strongwoman athletes https://media.blubrry.com/raw_barbell_club/p/archive.org/download/audio_only_20210814/audio_only.m4aPodcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: Google Podcasts | Email | RSS Want to help us keep making these podcasts? Making this weekly podcast is fun but it does cost money! From Bandwidth fees, travel, hosting costs and equipment, even the smallest donation goes […] The post Ep. 5 | Raw Barbell Podcast 2.0 w/ Alana Curnow appeared first on RAW Barbell Club.

    Ep. 4 | Raw Barbell Podcast 2.0 w/ Deborah Lovely Acason & Jordan ‘Biggie' Steffens

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2021 118:24


    AcasDeb Acason is probably Australia's most decorated female weightlifter. https://media.blubrry.com/raw_barbell_club/p/archive.org/download/audio_only_20210808/audio_only.m4aPodcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: Google Podcasts | Email | RSS Want to help us keep making these podcasts? Making this weekly podcast is fun but it does cost money! From Bandwidth fees, travel, hosting costs and equipment, even the smallest donation goes a […] The post Ep. 4 | Raw Barbell Podcast 2.0 w/ Deborah Lovely Acason & Jordan ‘Biggie' Steffens appeared first on RAW Barbell Club.

    Ep. 3 | Raw Barbell Podcast 2.0 w/ Jordan ‘Biggie' Steffens

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2021 165:31


    lasha let us down. https://media.blubrry.com/raw_barbell_club/p/archive.org/download/audio_only_1_202108/audio_only_1.m4aPodcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: Google Podcasts | Email | RSS Want to help us keep making these podcasts? Making this weekly podcast is fun but it does cost money! From Bandwidth fees, travel, hosting costs and equipment, even the smallest donation goes a long way to helping to […] The post Ep. 3 | Raw Barbell Podcast 2.0 w/ Jordan ‘Biggie' Steffens appeared first on RAW Barbell Club.

    Ep. 2 | Raw Barbell Podcast 2.0 w/ Cam Taylor

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2021 107:03


    Is lu the goat? Sorry about the audio     https://media.blubrry.com/raw_barbell_club/p/archive.org/download/audio_only_20210801/audio_only.m4aPodcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: Google Podcasts | Email | RSS Want to help us keep making these podcasts? Making this weekly podcast is fun but it does cost money! From Bandwidth fees, travel, hosting costs and equipment, even the smallest donation goes […] The post Ep. 2 | Raw Barbell Podcast 2.0 w/ Cam Taylor appeared first on RAW Barbell Club.

    Ep. 1 | Raw Barbell Podcast 2.0 w/ Jordan “Biggie” Steffens

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2021 122:24


    supertotal, drugs & what will lasha do? https://media.blubrry.com/raw_barbell_club/p/archive.org/download/ep.-1-raw-barbell-podcast-2.0-w.-jordan-biggie-steffens-27-7-21-11.53-pm/Ep.%201%20%7C%20Raw%20Barbell%20Podcast%202.0%20w.%20Jordan%20%22Biggie%22%20Steffens%20-%2027%3A7%3A21%2C%2011.53%20pm.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Stitcher | Email | TuneIn | RSS | More Want to help us keep making these podcasts? Making this weekly podcast is fun but it does cost money! From Bandwidth fees, travel, hosting costs and […] The post Ep. 1 | Raw Barbell Podcast 2.0 w/ Jordan “Biggie” Steffens appeared first on RAW Barbell Club.

    Getting New Strength with Troy Smith & Jacob Hodson - Podcast Episode 97

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2021 42:20


    In this episode of the RAW Barbell Club Podcast, Andy travels to Newcastle... The post Getting New Strength with Troy Smith & Jacob Hodson – Podcast Episode 97 appeared first on RAW Barbell Club.

    Getting New Strength with Troy Smith & Jacob Hodson - Podcast Episode 97

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2021 42:20


    In this episode of the RAW Barbell Club Podcast, Andy travels to Newcastle to hang out with Troy Smith from Hunter Barbell Club and Jacob Hodson from New Strength HQ. Both are awesome coaches from different strength sports. It was very cool to get them under one roof! Want to help us keep making these […] The post Getting New Strength with Troy Smith & Jacob Hodson – Podcast Episode 97 appeared first on RAW Barbell Club.

    Morality Of PED's - Podcast Mini Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2021 12:56


    If you are going to talk about strength eventually you need to talk... The post Morality Of PED’s – Podcast Mini Episode appeared first on RAW Barbell Club.

    Morality Of PED's - Podcast Mini Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2021 12:56


    If you are going to talk about strength eventually you need to talk about drugs. We know they exist in sport, on Instagram and just about everywhere in between. I'm not some diehard zealot when it comes to PED's but I also hate to see what I consider cheating. In this short segment Ash and […] The post Morality Of PED's – Podcast Mini Episode appeared first on RAW Barbell Club.

    A Time For Tempo : Coaches Corner

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2021 8:50


    For pretty much all sports speed is key. So why then would we... The post A Time For Tempo : Coaches Corner appeared first on RAW Barbell Club.

    A Time For Tempo : Coaches Corner

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2021 8:50


    For pretty much all sports speed is key. So why then would we ever dial thing back or slow things down? If force is a function of mass and acceleration wouldn't slower concentric and eccentric movements hinder rather than help? On todays #coachescorner Ash and Andy discuss when you would implement tempo training into your […] The post A Time For Tempo : Coaches Corner appeared first on RAW Barbell Club.

    Modifying Your Training For Injury : Coaches Corner

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2021 11:29


    Though frustrating, It’s understandable that from time athletes get hurt. Whether it’s and... The post Modifying Your Training For Injury : Coaches Corner appeared first on RAW Barbell Club.

    Modifying Your Training For Injury : Coaches Corner

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2021 11:29


    Though frustrating, It's understandable that from time athletes get hurt. Whether it's and acute injury, a little niggle or something that has been brewing for a while. What is important is that we take the necessary steps to plan around the issue. Are we modifying the training plan accordingly to maximise progress during a somewhat […] The post Modifying Your Training For Injury : Coaches Corner appeared first on RAW Barbell Club.

    What Is The International Weightlifting Federation Doing??

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2020 11:10


    Look. Most of the time I have no idea what I’m doing.. i... The post What Is The International Weightlifting Federation Doing?? appeared first on RAW Barbell Club.

    What Is The International Weightlifting Federation Doing??

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2020 11:10


    Look. Most of the time I have no idea what I'm doing.. i just fly by the seat of my pants. But I do expect a lot better from large organisations that are meant to be taking care of the sports we love. We had 11 minutes prior to coaching to record a mini podcast […] The post What Is The International Weightlifting Federation Doing?? appeared first on RAW Barbell Club.

    What to Do When Your Technique Sucks (Training Alone) : Coaches Corner

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2020 13:32


    Whether you have a coach that looks after you online or you are... The post What to Do When Your Technique Sucks (Training Alone) : Coaches Corner appeared first on RAW Barbell Club.

    What to Do When Your Technique Sucks (Training Alone) : Coaches Corner

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2020 13:32


    Whether you have a coach that looks after you online or you are training in a large group, or even worse you have no coach and must train alone, having rules to fall back on for technique fixes will help you make even the worst session into something you can learn from. Want to help […] The post What to Do When Your Technique Sucks (Training Alone) : Coaches Corner appeared first on RAW Barbell Club.

    Are You Lying to Yourself? - Podcast Episode 98

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2020 53:15


    On today’s episode of the RAW Barbell Club Podcast Andy & Ash explore... The post Are You Lying to Yourself? – Podcast Episode 98 appeared first on RAW Barbell Club.

    Are You Lying to Yourself? - Podcast Episode 98

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2020 53:15


    On today's episode of the RAW Barbell Club Podcast Andy & Ash explore lies that athletes tell themselves, their coaches, and their peers. We talk shop about strategies for staying true to goals and important bench marks for training. Want to help us keep making these podcasts? Making this weekly podcast is fun but it […] The post Are You Lying to Yourself? – Podcast Episode 98 appeared first on RAW Barbell Club.

    How Ash Started at RAW Barbell Club - Podcast Episode 97

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2020 26:04


    A truer love story has never been told.. Want to help us keep... The post How Ash Started at RAW Barbell Club – Podcast Episode 97 appeared first on RAW Barbell Club.

    How Ash Started at RAW Barbell Club - Podcast Episode 97

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2020 26:04


    A truer love story has never been told.. Want to help us keep making these podcasts? Making this weekly podcast is fun but it does cost money! From Bandwidth fees, travel, hosting costs and equipment, even the smallest donation goes a long way to helping to improve the show! All we're asking for is the […] The post How Ash Started at RAW Barbell Club – Podcast Episode 97 appeared first on RAW Barbell Club.

    Strength Ratios - Do They Work? : Coaches Corner

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2020 9:19


    Everyone has heard of strength ratios, I (Andy) have even long prescribed to... The post Strength Ratios – Do They Work? : Coaches Corner appeared first on RAW Barbell Club.

    Strength Ratios - Do They Work? : Coaches Corner

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2020 9:19


    Everyone has heard of strength ratios, I (Andy) have even long prescribed to them. What use do they have in your training? when should you take note, how should you take note and how should you use them? Disagree with Ash or Andy? Post your rebuttals below.. Want to help us keep making these podcasts? […] The post Strength Ratios – Do They Work? : Coaches Corner appeared first on RAW Barbell Club.

    Maintenance Volume - Don't Get Worse Stay Same Same : Coaches Corner

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2020 11:46


    The secret to bench pressing big weights seems to come down to frequency... The post Maintenance Volume – Don’t Get Worse Stay Same Same : Coaches Corner appeared first on RAW Barbell Club.

    Maintenance Volume - Don't Get Worse Stay Same Same : Coaches Corner

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2020 11:46


    The secret to bench pressing big weights seems to come down to frequency and attacking your weaknesses.. Who would have thought? In this episode of Coaches Corner Ash and Andy talk about the best accessories to improve your bench press. Disagree with Ash or Andy? Post your rebuttals below.. Want to help us keep making […] The post Maintenance Volume – Don't Get Worse Stay Same Same : Coaches Corner appeared first on RAW Barbell Club.

    Best Bench Press Accessories : Coaches Corner

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2020 6:05


    The secret to bench pressing big weights seems to come down to frequency... The post Best Bench Press Accessories : Coaches Corner appeared first on RAW Barbell Club.

    Best Bench Press Accessories : Coaches Corner

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2020 6:05


    The secret to bench pressing big weights seems to come down to frequency and attacking your weaknesses.. Who would have thought? In this episode of Coaches Corner Ash and Andy talk about the best accessories to improve your bench press. Disagree with Ash or Andy? Post your rebuttals below.. Want to help us keep making […] The post Best Bench Press Accessories : Coaches Corner appeared first on RAW Barbell Club.

    CrossFit 168 Story with Dean Weight - Podcast Episode 96

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2020 73:58


    In this episode of the RAW Barbell Club Podcast, Dean Weight, the owner... The post CrossFit 168 Story with Dean Weight appeared first on RAW Barbell Club.

    CrossFit 168 Story with Dean Weight - Podcast Episode 96

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2020 73:58


    In this episode of the RAW Barbell Club Podcast, Dean Weight, the owner of CrossFit 168. Talks about his start in the fitness game. Opening his first gym and his trials and tribulations. I've wanted to sot down and talk with Dean for years. And unknowingly his been someone that I've long admired and tried […] The post CrossFit 168 Story with Dean Weight appeared first on RAW Barbell Club.

    The Secret of Tracking Volume (Tonnage) : Coaches Corner

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2020 15:04


    On today’s episode of Coaches Corner or Nerd Talk (still haven’t decided) Andy... The post The Secret of Tracking Volume (Tonnage) : Coaches Corner appeared first on RAW Barbell Club.

    The Secret of Tracking Volume (Tonnage) : Coaches Corner

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2020 15:04


    On today's episode of Coaches Corner or Nerd Talk (still haven't decided) Andy & Ash discuss volume calculations. Everyone know the basic functions of 3 sets of 10 for hypertrophy, 3 sets of 5 for strength or 3 sets of 3 for power, but how many sets should you train over a week? How many […] The post The Secret of Tracking Volume (Tonnage) : Coaches Corner appeared first on RAW Barbell Club.

    Coaches Corner : Starting Olympic Weightlifting without a Coach (what should you focus on?)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2020 7:43


    Starting in the sport of weightlifting can be an intimidating prospect, especially as we arrive at the sport at older ages. How you begin training should be dictated by your previous training history and your movement literacy. If you have a high degree of strength (powerlifting) but need to work on the basic positions you need to attack that. High frequency is your friend. On the other side if you come from a crossfit or gymnastics background you may have had experiences with a greater variety of movements. The basic positions involved in weightlifting may not be as challenging for you. Your approach should be more qualitative. Disagree with Ash or Andy? Post your rebuttals below.. The post Starting Olympic Weightlifting without a Coach (what should you focus on?) appeared first on RAW Barbell Club.

    Coaches Corner : Starting Olympic Weightlifting without a Coach (what should you focus on?)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2020 7:43


    Starting in the sport of weightlifting can be an intimidating prospect, especially as we arrive at the sport at older ages. How you begin training should be dictated by your previous training history and your movement literacy. If you have a high degree of strength (powerlifting) but need to work on the basic positions you need to attack that. High frequency is your friend. On the other side if you come from a crossfit or gymnastics background you may have had experiences with a greater variety of movements. The basic positions involved in weightlifting may not be as challenging for you. Your approach should be more qualitative. Disagree with Ash or Andy? Post your rebuttals below.. The post Starting Olympic Weightlifting without a Coach (what should you focus on?) appeared first on RAW Barbell Club.

    First Australian School Crossfit Affiliate - Podcast Episode 95

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2020 49:22


    In this episode of the RAW Barbell Club Podcast, Andy is joined by the founder of Australia's first School CrossFit Affilliate Dan Shooter Mcgavern. Dan is a Teacher, Masters CrossFit and Weightlifting Athlete and an awesome guy! The post First Australian School Crossfit Affiliate appeared first on RAW Barbell Club.

    First Australian School Crossfit Affiliate - Podcast Episode 95

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2020 49:22


    In this episode of the RAW Barbell Club Podcast, Andy is joined by the founder of Australia's first School CrossFit Affilliate Dan Shooter Mcgavern. Dan is a Teacher, Masters CrossFit and Weightlifting Athlete and an awesome guy! The post First Australian School Crossfit Affiliate appeared first on RAW Barbell Club.

    Coaches Corner : The Issue With Box Squats

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2020 16:25


    There has been a huge debate lately at RAW Barbell Club regarding the validity of training the box squat in weightlifting and supertotal programs.. Here is a debate on why or why not you should use them, or program them. Disagree with Ash or Andy? Post your rebuttals below.. The post The Issue With Box Squats appeared first on RAW Barbell Club.

    Coaches Corner : The Issue With Box Squats

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2020 16:25


    There has been a huge debate lately at RAW Barbell Club regarding the validity of training the box squat in weightlifting and supertotal programs.. Here is a debate on why or why not you should use them, or program them. Disagree with Ash or Andy? Post your rebuttals below.. The post The Issue With Box Squats appeared first on RAW Barbell Club.

    Powerlifting, PED’s & Prison - Podcast Episode 94

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2020 86:01


    In this episode of the RAW Barbell Club Podcast, Andy is joined by owner of Miyagi Strength and former owner of PTC Sydney, Trent Nguyen. Trent is a Powerlifting and Strength Coach with a very interesting history and past. In this episode we talk about all things training, from Powerlifting all the way to PED's. The post Powerlifting, PED’s & Prison appeared first on RAW Barbell Club.

    Powerlifting, PED's & Prison - Podcast Episode 94

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2020 86:01


    In this episode of the RAW Barbell Club Podcast, Andy is joined by owner of Miyagi Strength and former owner of PTC Sydney, Trent Nguyen. Trent is a Powerlifting and Strength Coach with a very interesting history and past. In this episode we talk about all things training, from Powerlifting all the way to PED's. The post Powerlifting, PED's & Prison appeared first on RAW Barbell Club.

    Building An Iron Tribe : Chris Ackland - Podcast Episode 93

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2020 121:12


    Chris Ackland is the owner and head coach of Iron Tribe Weightlifting. In this podcast we delve into the history of his gym and chat about how Covid-19 has affected our gyms. The post Building An Iron Tribe : Chris Ackland appeared first on RAW Barbell Club.

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    Exploring Super Total Training : Ash Jones - Podcast Episode 92

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2020 69:50


    In this episode of the podcast Ash Jones from Next Step Strength Chats with Andy about his thoughts on Super Total Training. This was a really fun podcast, and we really built on what we talked about with Steve Norman in our first Super Total Podcast. The post Exploring Super Total Training appeared first on RAW Barbell Club.

    Building An Iron Tribe : Chris Ackland - Podcast Episode 93

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2020 121:12


    Chris Ackland is the owner and head coach of Iron Tribe Weightlifting. In this podcast we delve into the history of his gym and chat about how Covid-19 has affected our gyms. The post Building An Iron Tribe : Chris Ackland appeared first on RAW Barbell Club.

    iron tribe chris ackland
    Exploring Super Total Training : Ash Jones - Podcast Episode 92

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2020 69:50


    In this episode of the podcast Ash Jones from Next Step Strength Chats with Andy about his thoughts on Super Total Training. This was a really fun podcast, and we really built on what we talked about with Steve Norman in our first Super Total Podcast. The post Exploring Super Total Training appeared first on RAW Barbell Club.

    Closing Down My Gym : Scott Wilson on SAW Athletic - Podcast Episode 91

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2020 102:21


    Scott Wilson is a coach and Commonwealth Games Weightlifter who has been on the podcast before, recently he decided to close his gym down, and in this podcast we delve into his journey. Thanks so much for sharing Scott. Want to help us keep making these podcasts? Making this weekly podcast is fun but it […] The post Closing Down My Gym : Scott Wilson appeared first on RAW Barbell Club.

    Closing Down My Gym : Scott Wilson on SAW Athletic - Podcast Episode 91

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2020 102:21


    Scott Wilson is a coach and Commonwealth Games Weightlifter who has been on... The post Closing Down My Gym : Scott Wilson appeared first on RAW Barbell Club.

    Training For Super Total - Maximising Your Gains Concurrently in the Olympic & Power Lifts w/ Steve Norman - Podcast Episode 90

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2020 57:30


    Andy & Steve Break down how they would concurrently set up training for the Snatch, Clean & Jerk, Squat, Bench & Deadlift whilst still training fitness in the context of CrossFit. Thanks for the Podcast Idea Andrew Davies! The post SuperTotal : ConCurrent Training for the Olympic and PowerLifts in CrossFit appeared first on RAW Barbell Club.

    Training For Super Total - Maximising Your Gains Concurrently in the Olympic & Power Lifts w/ Steve Norman - Podcast Episode 90

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2020 57:30


    Andy & Steve Break down how they would concurrently set up training for the Snatch, Clean & Jerk, Squat, Bench & Deadlift whilst still training fitness in the context of CrossFit. Thanks for the Podcast Idea Andrew Davies! The post SuperTotal : ConCurrent Training for the Olympic and PowerLifts in CrossFit appeared first on RAW Barbell Club.

    Pro Strongman Luke Blue Mountain Reynolds - Podcast Episode 89

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2019 90:53


    Luke Reynolds is a Professional Strongman who has been competing at the pro level for almost 12 years. Not only is he one tough cookie, he is also a wealth of information when it comes to strongman history. The post Pro Strongman Luke Reynolds appeared first on RAW Barbell Club.

    Pro Strongman Luke Blue Mountain Reynolds - Podcast Episode 89

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2019 90:53


    Luke Reynolds is a Professional Strongman who has been competing at the pro level for almost 12 years. Not only is he one tough cookie, he is also a wealth of information when it comes to strongman history. The post Pro Strongman Luke Reynolds appeared first on RAW Barbell Club.

    The Weightlifting Platform : Controlling the Chaos with Joshua ward - Podcast Episode 88

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2019 51:02


    Joshua Ward is the owner and head coach of Controlled Chaos weightlifting in Victoria, the is the founder of the weightlifting platform a new service with the mission of putting our Australian athletes at the forefront of the sport. The post The Weightlifting Platform appeared first on RAW Barbell Club.

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