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On this week's episode of the podcast, I was joined by former weightlifter, current coach, founder of East Coast Gold, and lifelong student, Leo Totten.This was an incredible show and I have nothing but respect for Leo, including his commitment to being a world-class coach. Through his efforts, he's continued to elevate the sport, something made obvious by the development and proliferation of ECG and its dedication to greatness. Tune in, learn something, and spread the knowledge.Follow Leo and ECG:Leo Totten (@tottentraining) • Instagram photos and videosEast Coast Gold Weightlifting (@eastcoastgoldwl) • Instagram photos and videosHOME | Totten Training | Weightlifting | United StatesSubscribe to my Patreon to support the show!!!Philosophical Weightlifting | Creating Weightlifting podcasts and sharing knowledge.Buy our book:https://www.weightliftinghouse.com/shopusa/weightlifters-guide-to-the-snatch/Follow me and get coaching!https://www.instagram.com/josh_philwl/Weightlifting House:https://www.weightliftinghouse.com/ code PHILWL for 10% offOnyx:https://www.onyxstraps.com/ with code PHILWL for 10% offhttps://www.instagram.com/onyx_straps/Earth Fed Muscle:https://www.earthfedmuscle.com/ with code PHILWL for 10% offCheck out the AI:https://weightlifting.ai/
This week we're joined again by coach Nicole Foley of East Coast Gold and Rude Rock Strength. Nicole is back on to tell us about the joys of the first year being a mother. We cover it all from training through pregnancy, working overtime to assure herself a maternity leave and moving cross country during her second trimester.
If you want to lift big weight and keep doing it for years, what we talk about in this episode matters. East Coast Gold Weightlifting https://www.eastcoastgold.store/about Join this channel to show your support and get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbue1LPfz1h6pEmBpQkvWxA/join Sign up for the weekly newsletter: https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/newsletter Ready to level up your CrossFit Affiliate? Go here : https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/affiliate-university Check out this offer from our Official Sponsor : O2 Hydration https://drinko2.com/page/b6g4?ref=bhod --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/besthouroftheirday/support
What was the worst decision you have ever made? Some of history's blunders are pretty spectacular, remember Kodak? Or the Publishers who said no to the Harry Potter Books? East Coast Gold's Gordon Graham has more...
East Coast Gold's Gordon Graham caught up with Ballyhoo's Fergie Ferguson to find out more about the band's upcoming KZN shows.
Cam Davidson is the Director of Strength & Conditioning at Colorado College. Most recently, Davidson came to CC from Penn State University where he was the assistant director of performance enhancement overseeing the men's ice hockey, women's volleyball, and track & field programs. Prior to joining Penn State, Davidson was the director of strength and conditioning at the College of Charleston from 2007-2009 where he oversaw all 19 intercollegiate teams. He began his coaching career as an undergraduate intern at his alma mater, the University of Wyoming. After graduating he stepped into a graduate assistant coaching position at Marshall University from 2005-2006 before joining Clemson University as an assistant basketball strength coach for one year. A former college wrestler at the University of Wyoming, Davidson has since then been competing in Olympic weightlifting. Since starting in 2010, he has competed in the senior-level for Pittsburgh Barbell, East Coast Gold, and Columbus Weightlifting on the national circuit as a 94kg lifter. Samson Equipment Samson Equipment provides Professional Weight Room Solutions for all your S&C needs.Cerberus Strength Use Code: STRENGTH_GAME at Cerberus-Strength.com
We have a fabulous new competition on East Coast Gold. Find out more about it by listening to Gordon Graham here. Then register for the “Live Like A King” promotion on #EastCoastGold! Click https://bit.ly/3sww6Xu or WhatsApp the keyword KING to 061 700 0800! #ECRLiveLikeAKing
We have a fabulous new competition on East Coast Gold. Find out more about it by listening to Gordon Graham here. Then register for the “Live Like A King” promotion on #EastCoastGold! Click https://bit.ly/3sww6Xu or WhatsApp the keyword KING to 061 700 0800! #ECRLiveLikeAKing
More Music Breakfast host Gordon Graham thanks East Coast Gold's Quizmaster Chris Woudberg for a year of "Almost Impossible" Quiz questions. Take a listen to the moment on air this morning.
More Music Breakfast host Gordon Graham thanks East Coast Gold's Quizmaster Chris Woudberg for a year of "Almost Impossible" Quiz questions. Take a listen to the moment on air this morning.
What up dogs this week I'm joined by Leo Totten career weightlifting coach of Totten Training & East Coast Gold. This was an awesome conversation talking weightlifting through the years from a man who taught himself how to lift before middle school. Leo through Totten training runs a coaching mentorship program for coaches looking to take their craft to the next level. To find out more information about this and future programs visit the link below!https://www.tottentraining.com/mentor-program
Guy McDonald is the newest voice on East Coast Gold, so we sat down with him to get some insight into the man who will keep you company from 6 to 10am on Saturdays and Sundays. He is no stranger to radio and will bring his own unique brand of radio to East Coast Gold. Gordon Graham chatted to Guy McDonald this morning ahead of his new show which starts tomorrow.
Guy McDonald is the newest voice on East Coast Gold, so we sat down with him to get some insight into the man who will keep you company from 6 to 10am on Saturdays and Sundays. He is no stranger to radio and will bring his own unique brand of radio to East Coast Gold. Gordon Graham chatted to Guy McDonald this morning ahead of his new show which starts tomorrow.
Not too hard when you're going against the "greens & yellows", on the platform. The "easy things" in life, not requiring heavy effort to move. When we evolve, and dare to take on harder tasks, this requires more knowledge, strength, and patience... to lift & show superior might over the "blues & reds". The heaviest plates of the weightlifting sets. Leo Totten, Olympic Team member, Weightlifting Hall of Fame Coach, Level 5 coach, CEO & Founder, AND head coach of East Coast Gold, and Totten Training Systems, will show you how! Check out his philosophy, and understand the mastermind of behind at this weightlifting genius. He was the one, that improved this Apex Training's head coach total by 15%, in a merely 2 years, as a 31 year old!Check out the websites below! Get schooled stronger, get further... with Totten Training Systems!https://www.tottentraining.com/ https://www.eastcoastgold.store/Need to contact host for this podcast?jmah@apextrainingforlife.com(916)882-6293
There's a new voice joining the East Coast Gold team. Her name is Jill Stewart and she has been in radio since 1986 when she joined Algoa FM after winning the Voice of South Africa in 1981. Jill will present a specialist 60s and 70s show every Sunday from 10am until 2pm. Gordon Graham caught up with her on his show this morning. Listen to the interview to find out more.
There's a new voice joining the East Coast Gold team. Her name is Jill Stewart and she has been in radio since 1986 when she joined Algoa FM after winning the Voice of South Africa in 1981. Jill will present a specialist 60s and 70s show every Sunday from 10am until 2pm. Gordon Graham caught up with her on his show this morning. Listen to the interview to find out more.
We've partnered with MTN and you can now win your share of R20 000 in airtime between 6 AM and 7 PM today to stream East Coast Radio or East Coast Gold. We’ll give away R1 000 in airtime 20 times today! We also have a bunch of other surprises up our sleeves...
This February, listen to East Coast Gold and you could win a very special, 5 star weekend away for two – including domestic flights to Cape Town and car hire - at the award-winning Val du Charron Wine and Leisure Estate near Wellington. It's all in our “For the Love of Music Competition”. Gordon Graham and Dave Guselli have more info. Listen here.
This February, listen to East Coast Gold and you could win a very special, 5 star weekend away for two – including domestic flights to Cape Town and car hire - at the award-winning Val du Charron Wine and Leisure Estate near Wellington. It's all in our “For the Love of Music Competition”. Gordon Graham and Dave Guselli have more info. Listen here.
The mention of the band Cinema stirs up memories of the 80's and 90's – venues such as Gold Reef City, The Village Green, The Thunderdome, Limelight, Chillers and rock concerts and festivals all around the country. Cinema became a household name during this time thanks to their debut hit single, “My Kind of Girl”. The band went on to release seven albums in total and achieved 12 Top 10 radio singles and numerous awards. Cinema is the definitive band of South African 80's and 90's popular music. It consisted of Jarrod Aston on vocals, Mike Todd on guitar, Chris Frank on keyboards and bass and Larry Rose on drums. East Coast Gold's Dave Guselli chats to Jarrod Aston about the band's heyday; how they almost landed a major international contract and whether there are any plans for a Cinema reunion.
The mention of the band Cinema stirs up memories of the 80's and 90's – venues such as Gold Reef City, The Village Green, The Thunderdome, Limelight, Chillers and rock concerts and festivals all around the country. Cinema became a household name during this time thanks to their debut hit single, “My Kind of Girl”. The band went on to release seven albums in total and achieved 12 Top 10 radio singles and numerous awards. Cinema is the definitive band of South African 80's and 90's popular music. It consisted of Jarrod Aston on vocals, Mike Todd on guitar, Chris Frank on keyboards and bass and Larry Rose on drums. East Coast Gold's Dave Guselli chats to Jarrod Aston about the band's heyday; how they almost landed a major international contract and whether there are any plans for a Cinema reunion.
Who remembers top Durban band from the 1980s, Equinox? The band consisted of Gerry Connor on lead vocals, John 'Jordi' Jordan on keyboards and backing vocals, Peter 'The Greek' on guitar/bass and backing vocals - and Francois Hardy on drums and backing vocals. Equinox performed at the Royal Hotel (in the Tavern) for three years (five nights a week), then recorded their original album 'Undercover Lover' with David Gresham Records in Johannesburg. This led to them touring around South Africa performing at big concerts before returning to Durban to perform at the Gangplank at The Wheel for a year. East Coast Gold caught up with Francois Hardy for an update on what's happened since then. Listen here.
Who remembers top Durban band from the 1980s, Equinox? The band consisted of Gerry Connor on lead vocals, John 'Jordi' Jordan on keyboards and backing vocals, Peter 'The Greek' on guitar/bass and backing vocals - and Francois Hardy on drums and backing vocals. Equinox performed at the Royal Hotel (in the Tavern) for three years (five nights a week), then recorded their original album 'Undercover Lover' with David Gresham Records in Johannesburg. This led to them touring around South Africa performing at big concerts before returning to Durban to perform at the Gangplank at The Wheel for a year. East Coast Gold caught up with Francois Hardy for an update on what's happened since then. Listen here.
The legendary Dave Guselli will be joining the East Coast Gold family from Monday! Listen to him being interviewed by Jane Linley-Thomas in her show this afternoon.
The legendary Dave Guselli will be joining the East Coast Gold family from Monday! Listen to him being interviewed by Jane Linley-Thomas in her show this afternoon.
The secret's out! We're delighted to announce that the legendary Dave Guselli will be joining the East Coast Gold family from Monday! Listen as Gordon Graham breaks the news this morning.
The secret's out! We're delighted to announce that the legendary Dave Guselli will be joining the East Coast Gold family from Monday! Listen as Gordon Graham breaks the news this morning.
Travis Cooper's career has been nothing short of inspirational. Coupled with the talent for strength that he exhibited from a young age was his ability to outwork his competition. Since 2004 Travis has worked on his craft, training at the OTC, Cal Strength, MDUSA, East Coast Gold, and beyond.Follow Travishttps://www.spreaker.com/show/the_the_weightlifting_scoop_showhttps://www.instagram.com/traviscooper77kg/Shop W|H USA - https://www.weightliftinghouse.com/shopusa/Shop W|H EU - https://www.weightliftinghouse.com/shopeurope/Preorder a WH barbellhttps://www.weightliftinghouse.com/shopeurope/product-category/weightlifting-bars/Grab a Barbell in the USAhttps://www.weightliftinghouse.com/shopusa/product-category/weightlifting-bars/Support us and receive programming, videos, and more podcasts -https://www.patreon.com/weightliftinghouseVIRUS Intl. USA & EU code | weightliftinghousehttps://virusintl.com/Buy Tape in the USAhttps://amzn.to/3aXXi7NAll Weightlifting News in One Place -https://www.weightliftinghouse.comFollow us –https://bit.ly/2kgrHJ3 - YouTubehttps://www.instagram.com/seb_ostrowicz/https://www.instagram.com/josh_philwl/https://www.instagram.com/weightlifting_house/
Travis Cooper's career has been nothing short of inspirational. Coupled with the talent for strength that he exhibited from a young age was his ability to outwork his competition. Since 2004 Travis has worked on his craft, training at the OTC, Cal Strength, MDUSA, East Coast Gold, and beyond.Follow Travishttps://www.spreaker.com/show/the_the_weightlifting_scoop_showhttps://www.instagram.com/traviscooper77kg/Shop W|H USA - https://www.weightliftinghouse.com/shopusa/Shop W|H EU - https://www.weightliftinghouse.com/shopeurope/Preorder a WH barbellhttps://www.weightliftinghouse.com/shopeurope/product-category/weightlifting-bars/Grab a Barbell in the USAhttps://www.weightliftinghouse.com/shopusa/product-category/weightlifting-bars/Support us and receive programming, videos, and more podcasts -https://www.patreon.com/weightliftinghouseVIRUS Intl. USA & EU code | weightliftinghousehttps://virusintl.com/Buy Tape in the USAhttps://amzn.to/3aXXi7NAll Weightlifting News in One Place -https://www.weightliftinghouse.comFollow us –https://bit.ly/2kgrHJ3 - YouTubehttps://www.instagram.com/seb_ostrowicz/https://www.instagram.com/josh_philwl/https://www.instagram.com/weightlifting_house/
At the start of his weekend show on East Coast Gold today, Alex Jay opened up about his COVID-19 household following positive test results for his wife and son. He has an important message to everyone. Listen here.
At the start of his weekend show on East Coast Gold today, Alex Jay opened up about his COVID-19 household following positive test results for his wife and son. He has an important message to everyone. Listen here.
What's that one song that takes you back to an exact moment in time? You know the one, because whenever you hear it you're transported back to a really big or happy moment that mattered. In celebration of music that has become the soundtrack to moments that matter, East Coast Gold's Jane Linley-Thomas is launching a new feature called: “Moments that Matter” - with Château Gâteaux - that starts next week on her show (weekdays, 10am-2pm). Here, Jane and Anna Kelly, marketing manager of Château Gâteaux - talk about the feature and some of their favourite musical memories.
What's that one song that takes you back to an exact moment in time? You know the one, because whenever you hear it you're transported back to a really big or happy moment that mattered. In celebration of music that has become the soundtrack to moments that matter, East Coast Gold's Jane Linley-Thomas is launching a new feature called: “Moments that Matter” - with Château Gâteaux - that starts next week on her show (weekdays, 10am-2pm). Here, Jane and Anna Kelly, marketing manager of Château Gâteaux - talk about the feature and some of their favourite musical memories.
Travis Cooper and Walt Neubauer Host Phil Sabatini. Phil has been lifting since 2006 as a part of East Coast Gold.
East Coast Gold's Gordon Graham had the privilege of speaking to Shane Manning - a British businessman living and working in Dubai. He is an Ironman triathlete, fit and strong and now he is a COVID-19 survivor. Shane was misdiagnosed when experiencing his early Coronavirus symptoms which led to him going on a camping trip with family and friends once he felt better, only to discover later – much to his horror - that he'd been COVID-19 positive all along. Shane shared with us his worries over who he may've passed the virus on to; his concerns for his family; his healthcare experience; the dark depths he dealt with while fighting for his life – and, more recently, his recovery. Listen to the full interview here.
East Coast Gold's Gordon Graham had the privilege of speaking to Shane Manning - a British businessman living and working in Dubai. He is an Ironman triathlete, fit and strong and now he is a COVID-19 survivor. Shane was misdiagnosed when experiencing his early Coronavirus symptoms which led to him going on a camping trip with family and friends once he felt better, only to discover later – much to his horror - that he'd been COVID-19 positive all along. Shane shared with us his worries over who he may've passed the virus on to; his concerns for his family; his healthcare experience; the dark depths he dealt with while fighting for his life – and, more recently, his recovery. Listen to the full interview here.
Cindy Alter, lead singer of the wildly popular South African 70s band Clout, chats to Gordon Graham on East Coast Gold about her new single; her journey since the days of 'Substitute' and 'Save Me'; her health issues and her successful time in the USA.
Cindy Alter, lead singer of the wildly popular South African 70s band Clout, chats to Gordon Graham on East Coast Gold about her new single; her journey since the days of 'Substitute' and 'Save Me'; her health issues and her successful time in the USA.
Joe's Video Appeal! (https://www.instagram.com/p/B9ZYG71nj3o/) Why sit around and wait to train when training opportunities are all around you? Pavel would call this an opportunity to grease the groove. Phil Sabatini with East Coast Gold would call it raising the minimums. I’d say it’s a call to FIND FITNESS. It’s your duty as a human to honor the effort of your genetic forebears to battle the sedentary plague sweeping the west. We didn’t become the most dominant species on the planet lying around. Somewhere in your lineage is a badass who sprinted, jumped, climbed, threw and fought so you could enjoy the comforts of modern day living. To honor that effort why not take advantage of the fitness opportunities all around you? This idea started for me in late August while dropping my kiddos off at school. For days I walked under this gate without giving it a look. Then one morning I ran out of time training and had to ax my pull ups from the session. For whatever reason I noticed the bar at drop off walking the kiddos to class and hit a set of pull ups. On the way back to the car I hit another set. I repeated the effort in the afternoon and the next day. Other parents started noticing and would smile. I started challenging kids and parents to join me. Some did. Most didn't, but either case only fueled me to continue. At 3 pull ups each time I passed the gate I was getting 12 a day. At 180 days I would hit 2,160 bonus pull ups over the school year! That’s a nice bonus. Who wouldn’t like an extra 2G’s of anything? More fuel was added to the fire. I have since started hitting sets of 3-12 pull ups at the kid’s school as I pick them up and drop them off. I now, also, do chin ups at the school I teach whenever I get the chance. On good days I get well over 50 bonus pull ups in a day. On bad days I always get my 12! I have been at this pretty hard and have noticed the impacts in some unexpected places. The constant pain in my shoulder and elbow from trying to master the kip and butterfly have vanished. Deadlift numbers are on the rise as my upper back can maintain shape as I break bigger loads from the floor. Best of all, Wifey Pooh gives me the wink, nod, and that great “lat” slap only the most narcissistic of the male species can truly appreciate. The bottom lines are that in terms of form, function, and appearance things have taken a turn for the better, and I wasn’t doing so bad before. You can do the same. So, who's coming with me! I know pulls ups are a toughie for folks but why would we start FINDING FITNESS with something easy. If you have a pull up do them. If you don’t have a pull up, jump up and hold your head high. Heck, simply hang for a manageable amount of time and let gravity strengthen your grip and loosen up your shoulders. Listen, you’re a smart girl, find a bar and smash some body weight rows. You owe it to way more than yourself to do what you can, when you can, however you can. Get out there and FIND FITNESS where you least expect it! Check out the links below for some Pull Up Inspiration and get after it! Strict Pull Up Tips (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=igfV1szWLkE) Pull Ups for Tempo (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4wXzoU9GLLA&t=54s) Body Rows (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cgo6vCCo2Xo) Hanging Round (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2-zdOX_Zw-k) L Hangs (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5fG9rL7HbUg) Chin Hangs (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A3XsCXJPJcs) Hanging Transitions (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sr2VWQSxaF4) Behind the Head Pull Ups (https://i.ytimg.com/vi/WTTYsoINTrQ/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEZCNACELwBSFXyq4qpAwsIARUAAIhCGAFwAQ==&rs=AOn4CLAgQ3oPSx8vVKue8xDop6OODgqaag)
Kirsty and Oliver Boyes are two KwaZulu-Natal expats living in Hefei, China where they moved to a year ago as Kirsty wanted some international teaching experience. Since the outbreak of the Wuhan coronavirus - now officially named COVID-19 - they have been on lock-down, cooped up in an apartment complex with little to no contact with the outside world. They chatted to East Coast Gold's Gordon Graham about how its been.
Kirsty and Oliver Boyes are two KwaZulu-Natal expats living in Hefei, China where they moved to a year ago as Kirsty wanted some international teaching experience. Since the outbreak of the Wuhan coronavirus - now officially named COVID-19 - they have been on lock-down, cooped up in an apartment complex with little to no contact with the outside world. They chatted to East Coast Gold's Gordon Graham about how its been.
Gordon Graham, host of the More Music Breakfast Show on East Coast Gold chatted to East Coast Radio Programming Manager Zane Derbyshire and East Coast Gold Project Manager Di Macpherson this morning about the new 60s to 80s radio station and what listeners can expect in 2020. Listen to the interview here...
Gordon Graham, host of the More Music Breakfast Show on East Coast Gold chatted to East Coast Radio Programming Manager Zane Derbyshire and East Coast Gold Project Manager Di Macpherson this morning about the new 60s to 80s radio station and what listeners can expect in 2020. Listen to the interview here...
International star, Leo Sayer, known for seventies hits like 'More than I can say', 'When I need you' and 'You Make Me Feel Like Dancing' - is in South Africa for performances in Cape Town and Pretoria this long weekend. He's told East Coast Gold's Gordon Graham that he's just started composing new songs, adding that the creative juices are flowing. "I just want to keep on working. I'm 71-years-old but I'm still feeling as creative as ever," he told Gordon on the More Music Breakfast Show today. "The ideas are flowing. I've got a huge backlog of songs that still haven't been recorded. I'm just starting on some new stuff at the moment." "I think if you feel it in your heart that you can do something, and provide something, you can do it. And honestly it doesn't matter if it sells millions or just pleases a few people. The most important thing is to be creative and to get it out there. And living in Australia I have the template now to do that." Leo moved from England to Sydney in 2005. Gordon asked Leo how his Afrikaans is, given that he's performing at the Christmas Spectacular (Kersfees Skouspel) this coming weekend. "Oh man, I'm absolutely terrible," says Leo."'Lekker, lekker' - that's about it. I'm terrible but I'm really honoured that the Afrikaans fans have always had a soft spot for Leo Sayer and I'm very honoured by that. It's fantastic. The world's a small place, isn't it." Leo added that next time he's in South Africa, he hopes to perform in Durban. "I really want to come to Durban. It's been a long time!"
International star, Leo Sayer, known for seventies hits like 'More than I can say', 'When I need you' and 'You Make Me Feel Like Dancing' - is in South Africa for performances in Cape Town and Pretoria this long weekend. He's told East Coast Gold's Gordon Graham that he's just started composing new songs, adding that the creative juices are flowing. "I just want to keep on working. I'm 71-years-old but I'm still feeling as creative as ever," he told Gordon on the More Music Breakfast Show today. "The ideas are flowing. I've got a huge backlog of songs that still haven't been recorded. I'm just starting on some new stuff at the moment." "I think if you feel it in your heart that you can do something, and provide something, you can do it. And honestly it doesn't matter if it sells millions or just pleases a few people. The most important thing is to be creative and to get it out there. And living in Australia I have the template now to do that." Leo moved from England to Sydney in 2005. Gordon asked Leo how his Afrikaans is, given that he's performing at the Christmas Spectacular (Kersfees Skouspel) this coming weekend. "Oh man, I'm absolutely terrible," says Leo."'Lekker, lekker' - that's about it. I'm terrible but I'm really honoured that the Afrikaans fans have always had a soft spot for Leo Sayer and I'm very honoured by that. It's fantastic. The world's a small place, isn't it." Leo added that next time he's in South Africa, he hopes to perform in Durban. "I really want to come to Durban. It's been a long time!"
Breakfast host Gordon Graham had fellow East Coast Gold presenter Jane Linley-Thomas on the show to talk about what it's been like to be part of East Coast Radio's new digital radio station. Jane says the music on East Coast Gold evokes such amazing memories of special times. But she's also found that it resonates with her young children. "The whole house was singing," she tells Gordon. Gordon also tests Jane's memory when he puts her on the spot to identify three songs from TV shows from years gone by! Listen to their chat here.
Breakfast host Gordon Graham had fellow East Coast Gold presenter Jane Linley-Thomas on the show to talk about what it's been like to be part of East Coast Radio's new digital radio station. Jane says the music on East Coast Gold evokes such amazing memories of special times. But she's also found that it resonates with her young children. "The whole house was singing," she tells Gordon. Gordon also tests Jane's memory when he puts her on the spot to identify three songs from TV shows from years gone by! Listen to their chat here.
This week on the USA Weightlifting Podcast, please welcome the great Leo Totten. Leo is the founder of East Coast Gold Weightlifting and has led the club to 20 National Team Titles; one of his many accomplishments as a staple in our community that culminated with his induction into the USA Weightlifting Hall of Fame in 2018.Today Leo joins us on the USAW Podcast to talk about what it takes to be a champion, starting the East Coast Gold team, old school versus new school coaching methods, and lastly, how to build a growth mindset. If you loved this episode please be sure to leave us a review and share us with your fellow lifters!Topics:04:15 - Starting a weightlifting team09:08 - Early coaching career15:50 - Old School vs. New School26:20 - Assessing Strengths & Weaknesses37:05 - What makes a champion?50:03 - Working as a Team Leader in the Olympics
Trying out something new this week. Joshua Gibson might be joining the Weightlifting House team, bringing more interviews to the show! This is a trial run and as such we both request as much feedback as possible. Do you guys want me to bring the Philosophical Weightlifter on board to fill in the Tuesday/Thursday slots?On this week’s episode of the podcast Josh was joined by former weightlifter, current coach, founder of East Coast Gold, and lifelong student, Leo TottenThis was a phenomenal show and Josh has nothing but respect for the amount of time and effort Leo has put into developing himself and the individuals he coaches. He has been and continues to be a crucial part in the development of the sport of weightlifting.In this episode they cover Leo's background, approach to training, approach to developing himself as a coach, and why it’s imperative to always be open minded. East Coast Gold: Website: https://eastcoastgold.org/IG: https://www.instagram.com/eastcoastgoldwl/weightliftinghouse.com Books & Barbellspatreon.com/weightliftinghousehttps://eu.virusintl.com/ code weightliftinghouse
Trying out something new this week. Joshua Gibson might be joining the Weightlifting House team, bringing more interviews to the show! This is a trial run and as such we both request as much feedback as possible. Do you guys want me to bring the Philosophical Weightlifter on board to fill in the Tuesday/Thursday slots?On this week’s episode of the podcast Josh was joined by former weightlifter, current coach, founder of East Coast Gold, and lifelong student, Leo TottenThis was a phenomenal show and Josh has nothing but respect for the amount of time and effort Leo has put into developing himself and the individuals he coaches. He has been and continues to be a crucial part in the development of the sport of weightlifting.In this episode they cover Leo's background, approach to training, approach to developing himself as a coach, and why it’s imperative to always be open minded. East Coast Gold: Website: https://eastcoastgold.org/IG: https://www.instagram.com/eastcoastgoldwl/weightliftinghouse.com Books & Barbellspatreon.com/weightliftinghousehttps://eu.virusintl.com/ code weightliftinghouse
Coach Joe sit down with long time strength and conditioning coach Leo Totten to talk coaching. Coach Totten has been involved in coaching athletes at the team, individual, and in strength and conditioning for going on 30 years. His Weightlifting Team, East Coast Gold, has also been one of the top performing groups for the last 20 years. During this interview the two coaches spend much of their time discussing the personal qualities that make for a good coach. For more on Leo visit Totten Training and East Coast Gold. http://tottentraining.com/ https://eastcoastgold.org/ Leo’s Accomplishments Leo Totten, MS, CAA Recognized as one of the 65 most influential Strength Coaches of all time – kickbacklife.com Senior International Coach for USA Weightlifting (Level 5) Head Coach, East Coast Gold Weightlifting Team 8 time National Men’s Team 6 time National Women’s Team Champions President, WerkSan Barbells, 2005-2012 Over 20 years as Olympic weightlifting coach Over 20 years as clinician for USA Weightlifting Over 20 years training High School / College elite athletes Over 30 years in Physical Education and Athletic Administration Two Olympic Teams Three Pan Am Teams Five World Championship Teams USA Weightlifting Coaching Excellence Award, 2005
We all need a little coaching! Coach Joe gets personal in attempt to help you get off the fence and get a little help from a valued resource. Joe has decided to train remotely under East Coast Gold frontman and founder and Totten Training, Leo Totten. His needs to have someone else’s option, be accountable to someone else, and a desire for mentorship lead him to make this coaching change. Don’t discount urgency as well. Masters nationals is right around the corner and Coach Joe needs to defend his podium standing and title as the 2nd Best 85kg Weightlifter in the Country between the age of 35 and 39 years and 364 days. For a few more details, including a conversation about Joe bringing a 3rd party into to the bedroom check out his most recent blog post. http://joesbarbell.com/2017/01/17/the-cruel-tutelage-of-leo-totten/ Also linked below are his first two training cut ups under Coach Totten. Training Cut 1 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rfUQTsi61Fk Training Cut 2 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R_Wmxxo4ylE
Recently named as one of the 65 Most Influential Strength Coaches of All Time, Leo Totten works with athletes in a variety of sports and at all levels. As owner of Totten Training Systems, LLC, he continues to spread the word about proper training methods via clinics, certifications, conferences and consulting. He brings over 30 years of experience and background in the world of strength and conditioning and education. A Senior International Coach for USA Weightlifting (Level 5), his weightlifters have attained notoriety as being some of the best in the country. His team, East Coast Gold, is the largest in the U.S. and has won the Men’s Team title at Nationals the past 8 years in a row and his Women’s Team has won nationals the 6 out of 9 years. He has coached many champions over the years, ranging from local to national and international elite lifters. This background has led to head or assistant coach positions at 2 Olympic Games, 3 Pan Am Games, 5 World Championships and numerous other international competitions. The SMARTER Team Training Audio Interview Series has been developed to share insights from some of the best in the industry. Stay tuned for more insights, tips, drills, and techniques to come from STT. Be sure to share the STT Audio Interview Series with coaches, trainers, parents, and athletes too. Visit STT at http://www.SMARTERTeamTraining.com . Listen to STT on iTunes at http://sttpodcast.com . Join STT on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/SMARTERTeamTraining . Subscribe to STT on YouTube at http://www.youtube.com/SMARTERTeamTraining . And follow us on twitter at http://www.twitter.com/SMARTERTeam . SMARTER Team Training has been developed to focus on athlete and team development, performance, and education. By incorporating the SMARTER Team Training programs into your year round athletic development program, you will decrease your injury potential, increase individual athleticism, and maximize your team training time.
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