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Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYMark's son, Everett, joins the podcast as a special guest to discuss some weightlifting history. This episode focuses on the change in weightlifting weight classes at the Olympics over the years.YESTERDAY'S SPORTS BACKGROUNDHost Mark Morthier grew up in New Jersey just across the river from New York City during the 1970s, a great time for sports in the area. He relives great moments from this time and beyond, focusing on football, baseball, basketball, and boxing. You may even see a little Olympic Weightlifting in the mix, as Mark competed for eight years. See Mark's book below.No Nonsense, Old School Weight Training: A Guide For People With Limited TimeRunning Wild: (Growing Up In The 1970s)
Geoff Neupert is a former champion in Olympic Weightlifting and was a Division I Strength & Conditioning Coach at Rutgers University. He is known as a "thought leader" throughout the kettlebell industry and has trained over 25,000 people in one-on-one sessions after earning Master Instructor status in Russian Kettlebell Challenge (RKC). Geoff was co-creator of Original Strength and currently operates Chasing Strength, which has been featured in Men's Health and Men's Fitness, among others. His training programs and online courses can be found at chasingstrength.com.
Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYBelieve it or not, the Philadelphia Phillies franchise dates back to 1883, when Chester A. Arthur was President of the United States. The Phillies were originally known as the Philadelphia Quakers, but they were renamed the Phillies in 1890. Despite some outstanding seasons, the Phillies did not achieve first place until 1915, when they lost to the Red Sox in the World Series, four games to one.In 1932, Phillies outfielder Chuck Klein won the NL MVP award, and the following year, he claimed the elusive Triple Crown. Despite having some good players on the team, the Phillies wouldn't win the NL Pennant again until 1950, with pitcher Jim Konstanty winning the NL MVP that same year. However, the Phillies had the misfortune of facing the powerhouse New York Yankees in the World Series and lost four games to zero.From 1951 to 1975, the Phillies experienced just nine winning seasons and no pennants. One of the few highlights was when pitcher Steve Carlton won the Cy Young Award in 1972. However, that would all change in 1976.You can read the full blog post here.YESTERDAY'S SPORTS BACKGROUNDHost Mark Morthier grew up in New Jersey just across the river from New York City during the 1970s, a great time for sports in the area. He relives great moments from this time and beyond, focusing on football, baseball, basketball, and boxing. You may even see a little Olympic Weightlifting in the mix, as Mark competed for eight years. See Mark's book below.No Nonsense, Old School Weight Training: A Guide For People With Limited TimeRunning Wild: (Growing Up In The 1970s)
Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYBelieve it or not, the Philadelphia Phillies franchise dates back to 1883, when Chester A. Arthur was President of the United States. The Phillies were originally known as the Philadelphia Quakers, but they were renamed the Phillies in 1890. Despite some outstanding seasons, the Phillies did not achieve first place until 1915, when they lost to the Red Sox in the World Series, four games to one.In 1932, Phillies outfielder Chuck Klein won the NL MVP award, and the following year, he claimed the elusive Triple Crown. Despite having some good players on the team, the Phillies wouldn't win the NL Pennant again until 1950, with pitcher Jim Konstanty winning the NL MVP that same year. However, the Phillies had the misfortune of facing the powerhouse New York Yankees in the World Series and lost four games to zero.From 1951 to 1975, the Phillies experienced just nine winning seasons and no pennants. One of the few highlights was when pitcher Steve Carlton won the Cy Young Award in 1972. However, that would all change in 1976.You can read the full blog post here.YESTERDAY'S SPORTS BACKGROUNDHost Mark Morthier grew up in New Jersey just across the river from New York City during the 1970s, a great time for sports in the area. He relives great moments from this time and beyond, focusing on football, baseball, basketball, and boxing. You may even see a little Olympic Weightlifting in the mix, as Mark competed for eight years. See Mark's book below.No Nonsense, Old School Weight Training: A Guide For People With Limited TimeRunning Wild: (Growing Up In The 1970s)
Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYBelieve it or not, the Philadelphia Phillies franchise dates back to 1883, when Chester A. Arthur was President of the United States. The Phillies were originally known as the Philadelphia Quakers, but they were renamed the Phillies in 1890. Despite some outstanding seasons, the Phillies did not achieve first place until 1915, when they lost to the Red Sox in the World Series, four games to one.In 1932, Phillies outfielder Chuck Klein won the NL MVP award, and the following year, he claimed the elusive Triple Crown. Despite having some good players on the team, the Phillies wouldn't win the NL Pennant again until 1950, with pitcher Jim Konstanty winning the NL MVP that same year. However, the Phillies had the misfortune of facing the powerhouse New York Yankees in the World Series and lost four games to zero.From 1951 to 1975, the Phillies experienced just nine winning seasons and no pennants. One of the few highlights was when pitcher Steve Carlton won the Cy Young Award in 1972. However, that would all change in 1976.You can read the full blog post here.YESTERDAY'S SPORTS BACKGROUNDHost Mark Morthier grew up in New Jersey just across the river from New York City during the 1970s, a great time for sports in the area. He relives great moments from this time and beyond, focusing on football, baseball, basketball, and boxing. You may even see a little Olympic Weightlifting in the mix, as Mark competed for eight years. See Mark's book below.No Nonsense, Old School Weight Training: A Guide For People With Limited TimeRunning Wild: (Growing Up In The 1970s)
Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYMark shares the frustrating history of the New York Jets. This is part 4.You can read the full blog post here.YESTERDAY'S SPORTS BACKGROUNDHost Mark Morthier grew up in New Jersey just across the river from New York City during the 1970s, a great time for sports in the area. He relives great moments from this time and beyond, focusing on football, baseball, basketball, and boxing. You may even see a little Olympic Weightlifting in the mix, as Mark competed for eight years. See Mark's book below.No Nonsense, Old School Weight Training: A Guide For People With Limited TimeRunning Wild: (Growing Up In The 1970s)
Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYMark shares the history of the frustrations of the New York Jets. This is part 3.You can read the full blog post here.YESTERDAY'S SPORTS BACKGROUNDHost Mark Morthier grew up in New Jersey just across the river from New York City during the 1970s, a great time for sports in the area. He relives great moments from this time and beyond, focusing on football, baseball, basketball, and boxing. You may even see a little Olympic Weightlifting in the mix, as Mark competed for eight years. See Mark's book below.No Nonsense, Old School Weight Training: A Guide For People With Limited TimeRunning Wild: (Growing Up In The 1970s)
Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYMark shares the frustrating history of the New York Jets. This is part 2.You can read the full blog post here.YESTERDAY'S SPORTS BACKGROUNDHost Mark Morthier grew up in New Jersey just across the river from New York City during the 1970s, a great time for sports in the area. He relives great moments from this time and beyond, focusing on football, baseball, basketball, and boxing. You may even see a little Olympic Weightlifting in the mix, as Mark competed for eight years. See Mark's book below.No Nonsense, Old School Weight Training: A Guide For People With Limited TimeRunning Wild: (Growing Up In The 1970s)
Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYMark shares the history of the frustrations of being a New York Jets fan.YESTERDAY'S SPORTS BACKGROUNDHost Mark Morthier grew up in New Jersey just across the river from New York City during the 1970s, a great time for sports in the area. He relives great moments from this time and beyond, focusing on football, baseball, basketball, and boxing. You may even see a little Olympic Weightlifting in the mix, as Mark competed for eight years. See Mark's book below.No Nonsense, Old School Weight Training: A Guide For People With Limited TimeRunning Wild: (Growing Up In The 1970s)
http://www.JudoIsLife.net - In this hard-hitting video, we dive deep into the ongoing debate between Inquiry-Based Learning (IBL) and the Ecological Approach in martial arts, especially in combat sports like Judo and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ). While the Ecological Approach has gained massive popularity for its real-world readiness and adaptability, many coaches and practitioners are fooled by randomness, mistaking chaotic "play" for genuine proficiency.The truth is, the Ecological Approach should always be treated as a secondary phase, only applied after mastering foundational skills through Direct Instruction. Skipping this critical step leads to athletes who lack technical precision and crumble under pressure.We also explore how BJJ's ground-based nature allows athletes to "play their way" into a perceived level of skill, giving a false sense of competence. Unlike sports that demand high kinesthetic awareness and technical precision from the start, BJJ can make practitioners feel proficient without truly mastering the fundamentals.
Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYI started Olympic Weightlifting in 1981, and up to that point, I didn't know much about weightlifting history or the athletes that made the sport great. I liked watching it when it was televised, which wasn't too often. Other than seeing weightlifting in the Olympics every four years, the only other times it was televised was on Wide World of Sports. Even then, they mainly focused on the Super Heavyweights. So, the only weightlifter I knew much about was the Soviet strongman Vasily Alexeyev, the first man to clean & jerk 500 lbs. To this day, he remains the only weightlifter to appear on the cover of Sports Illustrated (April 14, 1975)......You can read the full blog post here.YESTERDAY'S SPORTS BACKGROUNDHost Mark Morthier grew up in New Jersey just across the river from New York City during the 1970s, a great time for sports in the area. He relives great moments from this time and beyond, focusing on football, baseball, basketball, and boxing. You may even see a little Olympic Weightlifting in the mix, as Mark competed for eight years. See Mark's book below.No Nonsense, Old School Weight Training: A Guide For People With Limited TimeRunning Wild: (Growing Up In The 1970s)
The winter season is over and we wrap it up with the Head Coach of the Olympic Weightlifting team, Noah Bachmeier. The team had 15 people represent Northfield in the State meet held in Cannon Falls last week. Two time State High school Wrestling Champion, Ella Pagel joins the program and talks about her recovery […]
Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYI started Olympic Weightlifting in 1981, and up to that point, I didn't know much about weightlifting history or the athletes that made the sport great. I liked watching it when it was televised, which wasn't too often. Other than seeing weightlifting in the Olympics every four years, the only other times it was televised was on Wide World of Sports. Even then, they mainly focused on the Super Heavyweights. So, the only weightlifter I knew much about was the Soviet strongman Vasily Alexeyev, the first man to clean & jerk 500 lbs. To this day, he remains the only weightlifter to appear on the cover of Sports Illustrated (April 14, 1975)......You can read the full blog post here.YESTERDAY'S SPORTS BACKGROUNDHost Mark Morthier grew up in New Jersey just across the river from New York City during the 1970s, a great time for sports in the area. He relives great moments from this time and beyond, focusing on football, baseball, basketball, and boxing. You may even see a little Olympic Weightlifting in the mix, as Mark competed for eight years. See Mark's book below.No Nonsense, Old School Weight Training: A Guide For People With Limited TimeRunning Wild: (Growing Up In The 1970s)
Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYAfter winning the World Series in 1961 and 1962 under Manager Ralph Houk, the 1963 New York Yankees set out to win their fourth American League Pennant in a row and third World Series in a row........You can read the full blog post here.YESTERDAY'S SPORTS BACKGROUNDHost Mark Morthier grew up in New Jersey just across the river from New York City during the 1970s, a great time for sports in the area. He relives great moments from this time and beyond, focusing on football, baseball, basketball, and boxing. You may even see a little Olympic Weightlifting in the mix, as Mark competed for eight years. See Mark's book below.No Nonsense, Old School Weight Training: A Guide For People With Limited TimeRunning Wild: (Growing Up In The 1970s)
Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYFrom 1933 (their first season in the NFL) through 1971, the Pittsburgh Steelers had only eight winning seasons and had never played in the Championship game.From 1964 to 1968, the team had a dismal record of 18–49–3. Changes were needed. In 1969, the Steelers replaced Head Coach Bill Austin with Chuck Noll, an assistant coach with the Chargers and Colts from 1960 through 1968.The Steelers made some good draft selections in 1969. Offensively, they chose quarterback Terry Hanratty and tackle John Kolb. Defensively, they chose defensive end LC Greenwood and defensive tackle Joe Greene, who won the Defensive Rookie of the Year award. Despite these changes and apparent improvements, the team got worse, finishing the season with one win and thirteen losses.....You can read the full blog post here.YESTERDAY'S SPORTS BACKGROUNDHost Mark Morthier grew up in New Jersey just across the river from New York City during the 1970s, a great time for sports in the area. He relives great moments from this time and beyond, focusing on football, baseball, basketball, and boxing. You may even see a little Olympic Weightlifting in the mix, as Mark competed for eight years. See Mark's book below.No Nonsense, Old School Weight Training: A Guide For People With Limited TimeRunning Wild: (Growing Up In The 1970s)
Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYFrom 1933 (their first season in the NFL) through 1971, the Pittsburgh Steelers had only eight winning seasons and had never played in the Championship game.From 1964 to 1968, the team had a dismal record of 18–49–3. Changes were needed. In 1969, the Steelers replaced Head Coach Bill Austin with Chuck Noll, an assistant coach with the Chargers and Colts from 1960 through 1968.The Steelers made some good draft selections in 1969. Offensively, they chose quarterback Terry Hanratty and tackle John Kolb. Defensively, they chose defensive end LC Greenwood and defensive tackle Joe Greene, who won the Defensive Rookie of the Year award. Despite these changes and apparent improvements, the team got worse, finishing the season with one win and thirteen losses.....You can read the full blog post here.YESTERDAY'S SPORTS BACKGROUNDHost Mark Morthier grew up in New Jersey just across the river from New York City during the 1970s, a great time for sports in the area. He relives great moments from this time and beyond, focusing on football, baseball, basketball, and boxing. You may even see a little Olympic Weightlifting in the mix, as Mark competed for eight years. See Mark's book below.No Nonsense, Old School Weight Training: A Guide For People With Limited TimeRunning Wild: (Growing Up In The 1970s)
Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYMark has his long time friend Dave DePaola join him again to relive Super Bowl V. They were both die hard Dallas Cowboys fans growing up and this is the second Super Bowl they remember. This is part 2 of a 2 part episode, so if you didn't listen to the last episode, we recommend you start there.YESTERDAY'S SPORTS BACKGROUNDHost Mark Morthier grew up in New Jersey just across the river from New York City during the 1970s, a great time for sports in the area. He relives great moments from this time and beyond, focusing on football, baseball, basketball, and boxing. You may even see a little Olympic Weightlifting in the mix, as Mark competed for eight years. See Mark's book below.No Nonsense, Old School Weight Training: A Guide For People With Limited TimeRunning Wild: (Growing Up In The 1970s)
Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYMark has his long time friend Dave DePaola join him again to relive Super Bowl V. They were both die hard Dallas Cowboys fans growing up and this is the second Super Bowl they remember. This is part 1 of a 2 part episode. Enjoy!YESTERDAY'S SPORTS BACKGROUNDHost Mark Morthier grew up in New Jersey just across the river from New York City during the 1970s, a great time for sports in the area. He relives great moments from this time and beyond, focusing on football, baseball, basketball, and boxing. You may even see a little Olympic Weightlifting in the mix, as Mark competed for eight years. See Mark's book below.No Nonsense, Old School Weight Training: A Guide For People With Limited TimeRunning Wild: (Growing Up In The 1970s)
Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYThis episode is "from the vault." It was originally aired on episode 6 and 7 as a two-part series on Mark reminiscing about Super Bowl 10. YESTERDAY'S SPORTS BACKGROUNDHost Mark Morthier grew up in New Jersey just across the river from New York City during the 1970s, a great time for sports in the area. He relives great moments from this time and beyond, focusing on football, baseball, basketball, and boxing. You may even see a little Olympic Weightlifting in the mix, as Mark competed for eight years. See Mark's book below.No Nonsense, Old School Weight Training: A Guide For People With Limited TimeRunning Wild: (Growing Up In The 1970s)
Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYIn this episode, Mark Morthier debunks common myths about weight training and provides practical advice for those looking to start or improve their weight training routine. Mark is a certified personal trainer with 16 years of experience in Olympic lifting and Powerlifting and shares insights on how to train effectively without spending endless hours at the gym.You can read the full blog post here.Key Takeaways:Time Efficiency: Weight training doesn't require hours at the gym. Effective training can be achieved with a well-structured routine.Listen to Your Body: Understand the difference between discomfort and pain, and avoid overtraining to prevent injuries.Recovery: Not everyone recovers at the same rate. Pay attention to your body's signals and adjust your training accordingly.Personalization: One size doesn't fit all. Customize your training routine to fit your personal goals and lifestyle.Realistic Goals: Set challenging yet attainable goals and be honest about what you want to achieve with weight training.Specialization: Decide which form of weight training suits you best - Bodybuilding, Powerlifting, or Olympic Weightlifting.Competition: Consider whether you want to compete and choose the form of lifting that brings you the most satisfaction.Core Benefits: Weight training is fundamentally about getting stronger and gaining muscle, with additional benefits like speed, flexibility, and coordination.Exercises Highlighted:Full Depth SquatsTraditional DeadliftOverhead PressIncline/Flat Bench PressPower CleansSitupsAdditional exercises include Front Squats, Leg Extensions, Leg Curls, Hanging Knee Raises, Wide Grip Lat Pulldowns, Upright Rows, Pull-Ups/Chin-Ups, Parallel Bar Dips, and Wrist Rolls.YESTERDAY'S SPORTS BACKGROUNDHost Mark Morthier grew up in New Jersey just across the river from New York City during the 1970s, a great time for sports in the area. He relives great moments from this time and beyond, focusing on football, baseball, basketball, and boxing. You may even see a little Olympic Weightlifting in the mix, as Mark competed for eight years. See Mark's book below.No Nonsense, Old School Weight Training: A Guide For People With Limited TimeRunning Wild: (Growing Up In The 1970s)
Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYJoin Mark and Dave for an exclusive episode of Yesterday's Sports on the Sports History Network as they sit down with legendary Hall of Fame defensive tackle Bob Lilly, their all-time favorite NFL player.Join them for the thrilling conclusion of this three-part series with Hall of Fame defensive tackle Bob Lilly. In this episode, Bob shares captivating stories from his legendary career with the Dallas Cowboys, including his awe-inspiring feats of strength and memorable moments on the field. Dive into tales of camaraderie, resilience, and the evolution of football as Bob reminisces about his father's incredible strength, his own college days, and his experiences with fellow football legends. Don't miss this intimate conversation with one of the greatest players in NFL history!You can read the full blog post here.YESTERDAY'S SPORTS BACKGROUNDHost Mark Morthier grew up in New Jersey just across the river from New York City during the 1970s, a great time for sports in the area. He relives great moments from this time and beyond, focusing on football, baseball, basketball, and boxing. You may even see a little Olympic Weightlifting in the mix, as Mark competed for eight years. See Mark's book below.No Nonsense, Old School Weight Training: A Guide For People With Limited TimeRunning Wild: (Growing Up In The 1970s)CHAPTERS(00:00) Yesterday's Sports on the Sports History Network features special guest Bob Lilly(04:18) There were stories about you picking up a Volkswagen in college or. 58 or something(09:29) Bob Bell: I played racquetball with both hands throughout my career(16:28) Andrew Nagle: Some modern fans say guys from that era wouldn't make team today(23:01) You only allowed one touchdown in six games during 1970 NFL season(28:44) Chuck Holly should have been in Hall of Fame long ago, says Terminator(34:18) Bob Leto: Did you see the Colorado game last weekend(38:14) Dave: Michael Strahan made all the plays. If you watch all the films, Dave(41:44) When I learned to drive the tractor I had my dad mow 50 acres(47:36) Grace: I have your first rookie card from when you were young(50:50) This concludes our three part podcast with Bob Lilly
Women are often accused of being “too emotional”, whether it's PMS, perimenopause, or just plain life. Worse, we're made to believe those emotions make us weak. What if the opposite were true? What if our emotions were our super power, a force we could channel to give us strength in and out of the gym? This week's guest Aimee Anaya Everett is living proof we can do just that, as she has channeled her own emotional turmoil into a world class Olympic coaching and lifting career. Now she helps other women in midlife and menopause do the same. Aimee Anaya Everett is the co-owner of Catalyst Athletics. She has devoted the last 29 years to the sport of Olympic Weightlifting as an athlete and a coach. In her time as a coach, Anaya Everett became the second female International Coach in USA Weightlifting, and the first American female coach to coach at the Olympics. Aimee is also the head lifting coach for Mat Fraser's HWPO Training. Aimee coaches Olympic Weightlifting athletes across all levels, including a multiple American and Pan Am record holder, World Championship multi-medalist, and a Youth World Champion. She also loves coaching beginners and garage lifters with no desire to compete. Aimee has a passion for mental training and toughness, and has a Masters Degree in Human Behavior Psychology. You can learn more about her and her work atwww.aimeeanaya.comJoin the Feisty Girona Gravel Camp: https://www.thomsonbiketours.com/trips/feisty-girona-gravel-camp/ Subscribe to the Feisty 40+ newsletter: https://feistymedia.ac-page.com/feisty-40-sign-up-page Follow Us on Instagram:Feisty Menopause: @feistymenopause Hit Play Not Pause Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/807943973376099 Support our Partners:Midi Health: You Deserve to Feel Great. Book your virtual visit today at https://www.joinmidi.com/ Nutrisense: Go to nutrisense.io/hitplay and book a call with a Registered Dietitian Previnex: Get 15% off your first order with code HITPLAY at https://www.previnex.com/ This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Spotify Ad Analytics - https://www.spotify.com/us/legal/ad-analytics-privacy-policy/Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacyPodscribe - https://podscribe.com/privacy
FREE DOWNLOAD! 14 Nuggets of Wisdom for a Better Life!Have you ever felt like life has knocked you down so hard you couldn't possibly get back up? Kim Rahir's equally inspiring as it is motivational story of overcoming the unthinkable is sure to leave a lasting impact on your life. And how this woman would go from suddenly being paralyzed to Olympic Weightlifting will undoubtedly leave you breathless and begging for more.Who Is This For?Are you someone facing seemingly insurmountable health challenges, feeling stuck in life, or simply seeking inspiration to not give up? If so, you are exactly where you are meant to be. If you've ever doubted your ability to overcome obstacles or wondered how to find strength in the face of adversity, Kim's journey from paralysis to powerlifting will ignite your spirit and show you what's possible with determination and the right mindset.Looking for the Links?Sign-up to Receive Kevin's Weekly Newsletter: Where Grit Meets GraceVisit Kim's Website: KimRahir.comFree health and strength assessment: Available on Kim's websiteLinkedIn: @Kim-RahirFacebook: @Kim.RahirInstagram: @Kim.RahirWhat's It All About?This episode takes you on an incredible journey of resilience, determination, and personal growth. Kim Rahir shares her inspiring story of how she went from being paralyzed and unable to walk to becoming a competitive weightlifter at the age of 60. You'll hear about her battle with autoimmune diseases, her discovery of strength training as a path to recovery, and how she transformed her life through the power of perseverance and a positive mindset. Kim's story is a testament to the human spirit and the incredible potential we all have to overcome challenges and reinvent ourselves at any age.Some Key Takeaways:Discover how to find strength and purpose in the face of life-altering health challengesLearn the transformative power of strength training for both physical and mental well-beingGain insights on how to approach life with gratitude and make the most of every moment, regardless of circumstancesListen now to be inspired by Kim's extraordinary journey and discover how you can tap into your own inner strength to overcome any obstacle life throws your way.Today's Featured GuestKim Rahir is a 60-year-old competitive weightlifter, health coach, and inspirational speaker. After overcoming paralysis and battling multiple sclerosis, Kim discovered the transformative power of strength training. Now, she's on a mission to empower women to embrace physical strength as a path to independence, confidence, and improved quality of life. Through her coaching and personal example, Kim is changing the narrative around aging and inspiring others to push beyond their perceived limitations.Hey, it's Kevin!I hope you enjoyed today's episode! If there is ever anything I can do for you, please don't hesitate to reach out. Below, you will find ALL the places and ALL the ways to connect!I would LOVE to hear from you! Send me a Voice Message
Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYJoin Mark and Dave for an exclusive episode of Yesterday's Sports on the Sports History Network as they sit down with legendary Hall of Fame defensive tackle Bob Lilly, their all-time favorite NFL player.In this episode, they continue their captivating conversation with Mr. Lilly. Dive into the gripping tales of the historic "Ice Bowl," the evolution of football gear, and the legendary College All-Star Game. Bob shares fascinating insights into his career, his teammates, and the unforgettable moments on the field. From discussing the impact of Vince Lombardi's coaching style to reminiscing about the prowess of players like Jim Brown and Dwayne Thomas, this episode is a treasure trove of football history. Don't miss out on these incredible stories from the gridiron!You can read the full blog post here.YESTERDAY'S SPORTS BACKGROUNDHost Mark Morthier grew up in New Jersey just across the river from New York City during the 1970s, a great time for sports in the area. He relives great moments from this time and beyond, focusing on football, baseball, basketball, and boxing. You may even see a little Olympic Weightlifting in the mix, as Mark competed for eight years. See Mark's book below.No Nonsense, Old School Weight Training: A Guide For People With Limited TimeRunning Wild: (Growing Up In The 1970s)CHAPTERS(00:00) Some Packers players were wearing brown gloves during 1960s NFL season(05:08) There were several players who got frostbite in the College All Star Game(10:33) It was 18 degrees and they had that pie, that copper tubing underneath(16:28) March Starr changed the play that Lombardi had called for that game(24:05) Middle linebacker learns by watching how defensive linemen line up(29:41) Tex: Dwayne Thompson was a tremendous player at West Texas State(34:46) You drafted Dwayne Thomas and then traded him away to the Patriots(39:56) Obviously the game today is drastically different from when you played(44:18) Bob Lilly pulled an engine out of a truck where the hoist wasn't working
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Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYJoin Mark on Yesterday's Sports as he continues through the 1980 Philadelphia Eagles season. In this episode, he recounts the thrilling games and pivotal moments that defined the Eagles' path to the Super Bowl. From their defensive battles against the Raiders to their high-stakes matchups with the Cowboys, relive the highs and lows of a memorable season. Discover how the Eagles overcame challenges and celebrated their first championship in two decades. Don't miss this captivating exploration of football history in part 2 of the 1980 Philadelphia Eagles season.You can read the full blog post here.YESTERDAY'S SPORTS BACKGROUNDHost Mark Morthier grew up in New Jersey just across the river from New York City during the 1970s, a great time for sports in the area. He relives great moments from this time and beyond, focusing on football, baseball, basketball, and boxing. You may even see a little Olympic Weightlifting in the mix, as Mark competed for eight years. See Mark's book below.No Nonsense, Old School Weight Training: A Guide For People With Limited TimeRunning Wild: (Growing Up In The 1970s)
Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYJoin Mark from Yesterday's Sports for a thrilling journey through the history of the Philadelphia Eagles. In this episode, he explores the dramatic rise of the Eagles, from their humble beginnings to their standout 1980 season. Discover the key moments, standout players like Ron Jaworski and Harold Carmichael, and the intense battles that defined this era. Whether you're a die-hard Eagles fan or a sports history enthusiast, this episode is packed with fascinating insights and memorable games. Tune in for part one of our deep dive into the Eagles' unforgettable 1980 season!YESTERDAY'S SPORTS BACKGROUNDHost Mark Morthier grew up in New Jersey just across the river from New York City during the 1970s, a great time for sports in the area. He relives great moments from this time and beyond, focusing on football, baseball, basketball, and boxing. You may even see a little Olympic Weightlifting in the mix, as Mark competed for eight years. See Mark's book below.No Nonsense, Old School Weight Training: A Guide For People With Limited TimeRunning Wild: (Growing Up In The 1970s)
Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYJoin us for a captivating episode of Yesterday's Sports as host Mark Morthier welcomes Kristine Sader, the great-niece of former professional boxer Ace Hudkins, also known as the Nebraska Wildcat. Kristine shares insights from her book, "Boxing with the Nebraska Wildcat," which chronicles Ace's extraordinary boxing career from 1922 to 1932. Discover how Ace earned his fierce nickname, his transition from wrestling to boxing, and his relentless fighting style that led to an impressive record of 92 fights without a knockout loss.Kristine delves into Ace's journey from Nebraska to California, his remarkable ability to fight across multiple weight classes and his close encounters with boxing legends like Mickey Walker. Learn about the historic challenges Ace faced, including controversial decisions and near title shots, along with his post-boxing career as a stuntman in Hollywood. Tune in for a fascinating exploration of a boxing legend whose story continues to inspire!YESTERDAY'S SPORTS BACKGROUNDHost Mark Morthier grew up in New Jersey just across the river from New York City during the 1970s, a great time for sports in the area. He relives great moments from this time and beyond, focusing on football, baseball, basketball, and boxing. You may even see a little Olympic Weightlifting in the mix, as Mark competed for eight years. See Mark's book below.No Nonsense, Old School Weight Training: A Guide For People With Limited TimeRunning Wild: (Growing Up In The 1970s)CHAPTERS(00:45) Ace started wrestling before switching to boxing; by age 19, he had 45 fights(06:49) Ace fought in 92 different weight divisions and never got knocked out(12:30) Charles Lindbergh fought Ace Hutkins in 1927 at the Polo Grounds(17:15) In 1928, Ace fought Mickey Walker for the middle late title(24:19) Ace Dundee almost fought future heavyweight champion Max Baer(29:20) They wouldn't accept Wikipedia, but they wouldn't believe it(29:45) Tell us a little about what Ace did after retiring from boxing(32:23) Are any of these films, like, on YouTube or anything
Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYJoin Mark and Dave for an exclusive episode of Yesterday's Sports on the Sports History Network as they sit down with legendary Hall of Fame defensive tackle Bob Lilly, their all-time favorite NFL player. Bob shares captivating stories from his 14-season career with the Dallas Cowboys, his unique off-season training routines, and the challenges of playing in the early days of the NFL. Discover how Bob balanced football with other jobs, his draft experience, and the influence of iconic coach Tom Landry on his life and faith. This episode is a treasure trove of NFL history and personal anecdotes from one of the greatest defensive linemen in history. Don't miss this chance to hear firsthand from a true sports legend!You can read the full blog post here.YESTERDAY'S SPORTS BACKGROUNDHost Mark Morthier grew up in New Jersey just across the river from New York City during the 1970s, a great time for sports in the area. He relives great moments from this time and beyond, focusing on football, baseball, basketball, and boxing. You may even see a little Olympic Weightlifting in the mix, as Mark competed for eight years. See Mark's book below.No Nonsense, Old School Weight Training: A Guide For People With Limited TimeRunning Wild: (Growing Up In The 1970s)Chapters:(00:00) Bob Lilly played 14 seasons for the Dallas Cowboys from 1961 to 1974(07:50) Dave Lilly says he was drafted by both Texans and Cowboys(14:04) We had played at some other, um, you know, other teams(21:06) You mentioned before about how you could leap over blockers in practice(26:25) Bob Brown: It was 17 below out there when we went out
Carolyne Prevost, Jamie Latimer and Scott Switzer discuss the news of the day in the CrossFit space. We talk Legends Championships finishing up in Tempe Arizona. The IF3 finishing up in Belfast. The political drama that ensued at this event. We talk Will Moorad's World Fitness Project's Announcement about the upcoming 2025 season with a little bit of 2026... Can you say Pro Card? Plus whatever else happens to come up.
Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYJoin us for part two of our sports memorabilia showcase on the Sports History Network's "Yesterday's Sports." Hosts Mark and Dave DePaolo share their personal collections, including rare finds such as NFL experience mementos, Danbury Mint collectibles, and unique bobblehead dolls. They reminisce about the golden era of sports memorabilia, from 1970s trading cards to cherished autographs, and discuss the evolution of collecting over the decades. Tune in for a nostalgic journey into the world of sports history and memorabilia.YESTERDAY'S SPORTS BACKGROUNDHost Mark Morthier grew up in New Jersey just across the river from New York City during the 1970s, a great time for sports in the area. He relives great moments from this time and beyond, focusing on football, baseball, basketball, and boxing. You may even see a little Olympic Weightlifting in the mix, as Mark competed for eight years. See Mark's book below.No Nonsense, Old School Weight Training: A Guide For People With Limited TimeRunning Wild: (Growing Up In The 1970s)Chapters:(00:00) This podcast is part of the Sports History Network(03:35) I showed you one of these mugs last week. I wanted to break these out again(06:49) Leroy: I have two favorite players from the 1970s(09:50) Mark: I bought that plate for 35 bucks. That's a lot, you know(12:34) Mark: He collects cards like I told you. Gives me stuff every Christmas(15:26) Mark: I got some great neat stuff. Over the years, it's gotten to the point(18:36) After he passed away, I took a couple pictures. I Sent him a baseball card of Willie McCovey(21:10) 1970 was the best year for collectible cards, Mark says(24:47) Mark: The early 70s, especially 1970, seemed to have so much stuff(28:19) Mark: I loved watching Bobby Orr. Maybe I wasn't a big hockey fan(31:19) John Mackey was talking about photography with you when he died(33:59) Mark: I got these in Arizona when I was 14 or 15(37:18) One of your most memorable years was 1975 when you had some money(41:25) Jerry Jones got upset about sun glare at Texas Stadium this week(45:39) Mark: The Monday Night Football made your whole week. Right. Yep, that's right(49:02) Mark Snyder: It was a special feeling when that guy got me that jacket(52:09) Sam Bennett: I made a bet with the milkman 25 years ago(55:21) Will you see your son on Thanksgiving or no? Yes. Absolutely. All right. Thank you very much. Mark: Yeah. I will.
Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYIn this nostalgic episode of Yesterday's Sports, host Mark welcomes sports historian and memorabilia collector Dave DePaolo. Together, they take a trip down memory lane, exploring the fascinating world of sports memorabilia. From a Carvel ice cream store adorned with sports treasures to rare Cowboys memorabilia, Dave shares stories of his collection journey. Discover the history behind unique items like a Cowboys jacket and jersey from the 70s, Super Bowl patches, and autographed photos. Dave's tales include encounters with legendary figures like Tom Landry and Randy White, and the serendipitous moments that led to his collection. Join us for a heartwarming exploration of sports history and the memories that bind fans to their teams!YESTERDAY'S SPORTS BACKGROUNDHost Mark Morthier grew up in New Jersey just across the river from New York City during the 1970s, a great time for sports in the area. He relives great moments from this time and beyond, focusing on football, baseball, basketball, and boxing. You may even see a little Olympic Weightlifting in the mix, as Mark competed for eight years. See Mark's book below.No Nonsense, Old School Weight Training: A Guide For People With Limited TimeRunning Wild: (Growing Up In The 1970s)CHAPTERS:(00:00) Dave DePaolo is a sports historian and a sports memorabilia collector(05:13) Dave had a newspaper route and he knew I was a big cowboy fan(09:33) One of the best cowboy jackets I ever got. Or one of the rarest(14:14) Dave: I started collecting Cowboys team photos when I bought my house(18:48) Mark: I ended up buying all eight Super Bowl patches(22:36) Tom Landry played in Super Bowl 2 against the Raiders in 1980(26:21) The Cowboys were starting to go downhill, Mark says(29:52) Mark: The Cowboys were for sale in 1989, and speculation started(33:29) Tom Landry Day was probably the greatest cowboy related event that I ever attended(37:45) Cowboys against Redskins flag football game over Texas stadium in 1986(41:55) Bob Lilly gave a great speech about Tom Landry back in 2000(45:55) Mark: I stumbled upon some amazing artwork from the seventies(49:14) Mark: Somebody gave me this cowboy boot in 1979(52:26) Mark: It all started with lunch with Randy White in 1983(55:25) I think somebody got killed when ice fell off Cowboys stadium in 1989(59:18) You're talking about 1988. No, don't forget, this is when the team was terrible
Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARY In this thrilling conclusion to our Thanksgiving special, we journey back to one of the most unforgettable games in Dallas Cowboys history. Hosts Mark and Dave DePaolo delve into the 1974 Thanksgiving Day clash against the Washington Redskins, a game that has become legendary among fans. Recounting the unexpected heroics of Clint Longley, who stepped in for an injured Roger Staubach, listeners will relive the excitement of Longley's stunning performance that led to a miraculous victory.The episode paints a vivid picture of the intense rivalry, the strategic plays, and the memorable moments that defined this classic matchup. From Harvey Martin's impressive sacks to Bob Hayes' crucial catch, the hosts break down every thrilling detail. They also reflect on the broader context of the era, discussing how the Cowboys secured their Thanksgiving game tradition and the evolution of NFL broadcasting.Alongside game analysis, Mark and Dave share personal anecdotes and showcase a treasure trove of sports memorabilia, including rare cards, autographs, and vintage programs. This episode is a treasure chest for any Cowboys fan or football history enthusiast, offering a nostalgic dive into a golden era of the sport.You can read the full blog post here.YESTERDAY'S SPORTS BACKGROUNDHost Mark Morthier grew up in New Jersey just across the river from New York City during the 1970s, a great time for sports in the area. He relives great moments from this time and beyond, focusing on football, baseball, basketball, and boxing. You may even see a little Olympic Weightlifting in the mix, as Mark competed for eight years. See Mark's book below.No Nonsense, Old School Weight Training: A Guide For People With Limited TimeRunning Wild: (Growing Up In The 1970s)
Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYWelcome back to part two of our Thanksgiving special on "Yesterday's Sports," where host Mark Morthier and guest Dave DePaolo continue their deep dive into the history of the Dallas Cowboys' Thanksgiving games. This episode takes listeners back to the thrilling 1974 matchup between the Cowboys and the Redskins, a game filled with dramatic plays and pivotal moments.Mark and Dave relive the excitement of the Cowboys' strategic plays, including a memorable fake punt and the unexpected heroics of rookie quarterback Clint Longley. As they recount the game, they share anecdotes about key players like Roger Staubach, Walt Garrison, and Dwayne Thomas, painting a vivid picture of the era's football landscape.Whether you're a fan of classic football or just love a good underdog story, this episode is packed with nostalgia and insights that will transport you back to one of the most iconic games in Cowboys history. Don't miss the continuation of this Thanksgiving saga!YESTERDAY'S SPORTS BACKGROUNDHost Mark Morthier grew up in New Jersey just across the river from New York City during the 1970s, a great time for sports in the area. He relives great moments from this time and beyond, focusing on football, baseball, basketball, and boxing. You may even see a little Olympic Weightlifting in the mix, as Mark competed for eight years. See Mark's book below.No Nonsense, Old School Weight Training: A Guide For People With Limited TimeRunning Wild: (Growing Up In The 1970s)
Diagnosed with MS 10 years ago, Kim Rahir defied her doctor's advice, choosing instead to take control of her health and become a beacon of strength and vitality. Kim is a 60 year old mother of three and this year became the European Champion in Masters Weightlifting in her age and weight category. Her journey inspired her to leave her career in journalism in her 50s and become a health coach for middle aged women, with a big focus on reactivating and rebuilding muscle. And today, she helps women tap into an abundant source of vitality by reactivating and maintaining their muscles. while ditching the diet culture conditioning, to actually eat and nourish and flourish. What You Will Hear in This Episode: 5:00 Kim's Early Life and MS Diagnosis 8:00 The Struggle with Guillain Barré Syndrome and coping with MS 15:00 Discovering Weightlifting 21:00 Competing in Olympic Weightlifting 30:00 CrossFit's Influence on Weightlifting 35:00 Life-Changing Hospital Stay 40:00 Challenges Midlife Women Face 48:00 Functional Training and Movement and common health mistakes Quotes "I wanted to get so strong, physically strong, as strong as I could get." "We need to fight for our right to move." "Every step I take, I know that's not a given. When you've lost it once, you know it's not a given and you enjoy it." "Our environment is built for us to be still, so we have to fight for the opportunity to move." Mentioned: KimRahirHealth.com IG:: @KimRahir X: @KimRahir eConnect with Bonnie Gendered Ageism Survey Results Forbes article 5 Tips to own the superpower of your age IAMMusicGroup Purchase my book Not Done Yet on Amazon: If you enjoyed this episode of Badass Women Podcast, then make sure to subscribe to the podcast and drop us a five-star review.
Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYJoin us in this special episode of "Yesterday's Sports" as we dive into the rich history of the Dallas Cowboys' Thanksgiving games. Hosts Mark and Dave DePaolo, both avid Cowboys fans, reminisce about some of the most memorable matchups, including the legendary 1974 "Clint Longley" game against the Redskins.Relive the excitement of the Cowboys' 1971 victory over the Rams, the dramatic 1993 "Leon Lett" game against the Dolphins, and more. Whether you're a die-hard Cowboys fan or just love football history, this episode is a feast for your ears!YESTERDAY'S SPORTS BACKGROUNDHost Mark Morthier grew up in New Jersey just across the river from New York City during the 1970s, a great time for sports in the area. He relives great moments from this time and beyond, focusing on football, baseball, basketball, and boxing. You may even see a little Olympic Weightlifting in the mix, as Mark competed for eight years. See Mark's book below.No Nonsense, Old School Weight Training: A Guide For People With Limited TimeRunning Wild: (Growing Up In The 1970s)Chapters:(00:00) We thought we would go through some of the Dallas Cowboys Thanksgiving games(06:37) Dave: Three Thanksgiving games that I remember from 30 years ago(12:00) Leon Lanny slid into the ball on Thanksgiving against Miami(17:06) Washington led Dallas nine to three on Monday Night Football on October 2nd(24:16) The Redskins never recovered from that loss against the Cowboys in 1979(27:49) Mark: Cowboys had a hard time stopping Earl Campbell against Houston in 1979(31:34) The Cowboys were up 21 to 10 at one point against the Oilers(35:33) Back then, 300 yard games were a big deal. They didn't have all these crazy rules
Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYShow Notes Summary:In this nostalgic episode, Mark takes listeners on a journey through a lifetime of sports memorabilia collecting, beginning as a young boy in the late '60s with his first football and baseball cards. He shares the thrill of seeing colorful team logos and trading cards with friends, as well as the challenges of saving money as a kid to buy packs. He explores the evolution of sports cards and inserts from brands like Topps, Kelloggs, and Fleer, and the excitement of hunting for rare items, like mini-posters and 3-D cards. From basement-decorating dreams to valuable lessons from his father about saving money, the story captures the joy and responsibility of being a collector. Decades later, a co-worker reignites his passion, leading to a collection that continues to hold sentimental value. This episode celebrates the collector's spirit and the cherished memories from a golden era of sports memorabilia.You can read the full blog post here.YESTERDAY'S SPORTS BACKGROUNDHost Mark Morthier grew up in New Jersey just across the river from New York City during the 1970s, a great time for sports in the area. He relives great moments from this time and beyond, focusing on football, baseball, basketball, and boxing. You may even see a little Olympic Weightlifting in the mix, as Mark competed for eight years. See Mark's book below.No Nonsense, Old School Weight Training: A Guide For People With Limited TimeRunning Wild: (Growing Up In The 1970s)
Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYIn this episode, Mark goes back in time to relive many of the episodes he's published over the years, in this special 200th edition. He gives a quick reminder to the episodes he released, with a little story behind each one.YESTERDAY'S SPORTS BACKGROUNDHost Mark Morthier grew up in New Jersey just across the river from New York City during the 1970s, a great time for sports in the area. He relives great moments from this time and beyond, focusing on football, baseball, basketball, and boxing. You may even see a little Olympic Weightlifting in the mix, as Mark competed for eight years. See Mark's book below.No Nonsense, Old School Weight Training: A Guide For People With Limited TimeRunning Wild: (Growing Up In The 1970s)
Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYToday we're going to step back in time to the year 1969.On January 12, 1969, the New York Jets defeated the Baltimore Colts in Super Bowl lll. It's still one of the biggest upsets in NFL history.In April 1969, the number of American troops in Vietnam reached its highest point, at approximately 543,400.On July 20, 1969, astronauts Neil Armstrong and Edwin “Buzz” Aldrin became the first men to walk on the moon.On August 15, 1969 hundreds of thousands of people flocked to Woodstock, New York for a three-day music festival.While all this was happening, the Baltimore Orioles were having one of the best seasons in MLB history.You can read the full blog post here.YESTERDAY'S SPORTS BACKGROUNDHost Mark Morthier grew up in New Jersey just across the river from New York City during the 1970s, a great time for sports in the area. He relives great moments from this time and beyond, focusing on football, baseball, basketball, and boxing. You may even see a little Olympic Weightlifting in the mix, as Mark competed for eight years. See Mark's book below.No Nonsense, Old School Weight Training: A Guide For People With Limited TimeRunning Wild: (Growing Up In The 1970s)
Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYToday we're going to step back in time to the year 1969.On January 12, 1969, the New York Jets defeated the Baltimore Colts in Super Bowl lll. It's still one of the biggest upsets in NFL history.In April 1969, the number of American troops in Vietnam reached its highest point, at approximately 543,400.On July 20, 1969, astronauts Neil Armstrong and Edwin “Buzz” Aldrin became the first men to walk on the moon.On August 15, 1969 hundreds of thousands of people flocked to Woodstock, New York for a three-day music festival.While all this was happening, the Baltimore Orioles were having one of the best seasons in MLB history.....You can read the full blog post here.YESTERDAY'S SPORTS BACKGROUNDHost Mark Morthier grew up in New Jersey just across the river from New York City during the 1970s, a great time for sports in the area. He relives great moments from this time and beyond, focusing on football, baseball, basketball, and boxing. You may even see a little Olympic Weightlifting in the mix, as Mark competed for eight years. See Mark's book below.No Nonsense, Old School Weight Training: A Guide For People With Limited TimeRunning Wild: (Growing Up In The 1970s)
Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYBefore we look back at the Kansas City Chiefs' 1971 season, let's review the Chief's history, going back to 1960, when they were one of only eight teams in the newly formed American Football League. The Chiefs started their franchise as the Dallas Texans, and in 1962, they won the AFL Championship. After moving to Kansas City in 1963, the team struggled, posting a 19–19–4 record over the next three seasons. But in 1966 the Chiefs won another AFL title, and in 1969 they won their third AFL title and the Superbowl.The 1971 season didn't get off to a good start. After taking a 14–0 lead at halftime, the Chiefs' pass defense struggled in the second half, giving up some big plays and allowing three touchdowns. The offense played poorly and the Chargers won 21–14....You can read the full blog post here.YESTERDAY'S SPORTS BACKGROUNDHost Mark Morthier grew up in New Jersey just across the river from New York City during the 1970s, a great time for sports in the area. He relives great moments from this time and beyond, focusing on football, baseball, basketball, and boxing. You may even see a little Olympic Weightlifting in the mix, as Mark competed for eight years. See Mark's book below.No Nonsense, Old School Weight Training: A Guide For People With Limited TimeRunning Wild: (Growing Up In The 1970s)
Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYBefore we look back at the Kansas City Chiefs' 1971 season, let's review the Chief's history, going back to 1960, when they were one of only eight teams in the newly formed American Football League. The Chiefs started their franchise as the Dallas Texans, and in 1962, they won the AFL Championship. After moving to Kansas City in 1963, the team struggled, posting a 19–19–4 record over the next three seasons. But in 1966 the Chiefs won another AFL title, and in 1969 they won their third AFL title and the Superbowl.The 1971 season didn't get off to a good start. After taking a 14–0 lead at halftime, the Chiefs' pass defense struggled in the second half, giving up some big plays and allowing three touchdowns. The offense played poorly and the Chargers won 21–14......You can read the full blog post here.YESTERDAY'S SPORTS BACKGROUNDHost Mark Morthier grew up in New Jersey just across the river from New York City during the 1970s, a great time for sports in the area. He relives great moments from this time and beyond, focusing on football, baseball, basketball, and boxing. You may even see a little Olympic Weightlifting in the mix, as Mark competed for eight years. See Mark's book below.No Nonsense, Old School Weight Training: A Guide For People With Limited TimeRunning Wild: (Growing Up In The 1970s)
Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYBefore we break down the Oakland Raider's 1967 season, let's take a quick look at their first seven seasons. Things didn't look promising in their first three seasons, as the team won only 9 of 42 games. Things changed quickly in 1963 when Al Davis took over as head coach and general manager. The Raiders finished the season with a 10–4 record, a huge improvement over their 1–13 record in 1962. Unfortunately for Oakland, they were in the same division as the 11–3 SD Chargers, who went on to win the AFL Championship.The team digressed in 1964, finishing with a 5–7–2 record, before bouncing back in 1965 & 1966 with identical 8–5–1 records. The Raiders made some good moves during the off-season, picking up quarterbacks Daryle Lamonica from the Buffalo Bills, and George Blanda (who was also a top-notch kicker) from the Houston Oilers. They also picked up cornerback Willie Brown from the Denver Broncos and assistant coach John Madden from San Diego State. Additionally, they used their first-round draft pick to get offensive guard Eugene Upshaw from Texas A&M..... You can read the full blog post here.YESTERDAY'S SPORTS BACKGROUNDHost Mark Morthier grew up in New Jersey just across the river from New York City during the 1970s, a great time for sports in the area. He relives great moments from this time and beyond, focusing on football, baseball, basketball, and boxing. You may even see a little Olympic Weightlifting in the mix, as Mark competed for eight years. See Mark's book below.No Nonsense, Old School Weight Training: A Guide For People With Limited TimeRunning Wild: (Growing Up In The 1970s)
This month we finish up our interview with Mark Henry, the World's Strongest Man, Olympian, Athlete, Wrestler, Showman, Humanitarian, Husband, and father to talk all things life, WWE days, as well as next steps for his career. From competing in the world games in Olympic Weightlifting, working out with the governor of Texas, to electrifying […]
We break down the final day and results of the 2024 Masters CrossFit Games. Plus we talk all the other aspects of what is going on in the CrossFit Space.
Join Yasi and Steven as they welcome strength & conditioning coach Ash Wang onto the show. They discuss Ash's career journey through classical violin training, studying neuroscience, making Soulcycle playlists, building a strength and nutrition coaching business, writing her recipe book, and following her intuition all along the way.For Ash's book "Alimentary: A Nutrition and Recipe Companion For the Athlete", go to https://www.ashwang.fit/shopFor Ash's website, go to https://www.ashwang.fitInstagram: @ash_lucy_wangBio: Ash Wang comes with 7 years of professional experience in the health industry, alongside an educational background in Neuroscience and classical violin.She started her professional journey with in-person training and group fitness in the high-octane NYC market and has since transitioned her business to being solely-based online, removing geographical barriers. Ash coaches individuals from all walks of life, improving nutritional habits and training performance.Ash's fitness journey began in dingy college gyms, not knowing the difference between a barbell and a dumbbell, experimenting with different styles of strength-training and dabbling in “powerbuilding” for years. At 25, she landed on the sport of Olympic Weightlifting and has fallen in love with the obsessive, technically complex, and thrilling nature of the sport — She has not looked back since.Outside of the gym, Ash is an avid consumer of scientific research literature, spending too much time (and money) at her local coffee shop delving into various topics of interest including, but not limited to, gerontology, food politics, and food history. In her spare time, she loves writing and creating art.She published her first Nutritional Coaching Guide & Recipe Book, and the hardbound edition comes out January 2025.
We recap the fun, amazing, and weird from the Paris Olympic Games along with questions about the new $7 billion per year TV deal that the NBA signed with various networks and streaming services.
Alan Fredendall // #FitnessAthleteFriday // www.ptonice.com In today's episode of the PT on ICE Daily Show, Fitness Athlete division leader Alan Fredendall discusses how effective the strict press & front squat are in developing maximal performance in the clean & jerk and snatch. Take a listen to the episode or check out the full show notes on our blog at www.ptonice.com/blog If you're looking to learn from our Fitness Athlete division, check out our live physical therapy courses or our online physical therapy courses. Check out our entire list of continuing education courses for physical therapy including our physical therapy certifications by checking out our website. Don't forget about all of our FREE eBooks, prebuilt workshops, free CEUs, and other physical therapy continuing education on our Resources tab. EPISODE TRANSCRIPTION ALAN FREDENDALLGood morning, everybody. Welcome to the PT on ICE Daily Show. Happy Friday morning. We hope your morning is off to a great start. My name is Alan. I'm happy to be your host today. Currently have the pleasure of serving as a lead faculty in our fitness athlete division. It is Fitness Athlete Friday. It is the best darn day of the week. We talk all things CrossFit, Olympic weightlifting, powerlifting, bodybuilding, running, rowing, biking, swimming, If you are working with an individual who is active recreationally, trying to be competitive, whatever it is, Fitness Athlete Friday is full of tips and tricks for you. Today we're going to be talking about Olympic weightlifting. Olympics start today. Opening ceremony is just a couple hours away, 12 Eastern. And we'll be watching America's Olympic weightlifters take the stage in a couple of weeks on August 7th. And so talking about if we only could do two exercises to have a significant improvement on our Olympic weightlifting, what those exercises might be. We certainly see a lot of interesting suggestions on social media about ways to improve our performance, improve our technique, improve our clean and jerk and snatch. WHAT DOES THE RESEARCH SAY? But if we look to the research, what is actually the most effective? So today, we're going to be referencing a paper from Arthur Zetshin and colleagues back from 2023. In the Journal of strength and conditioning research, the title is associations between foundational strength and weightlifting exercises in highly trained weightlifters support for general strength components. And so we're going to talk about what this paper is, what this paper looked at, what this paper found, analyzing the outcomes of this paper, and then how to take those and apply them in the clinic, in the gym with our patients and athletes. So, with this paper, what was the research question? The research question, is there an argument for doing some specific general strength movements that would translate to higher skill, higher technique barbell movements, specifically in Olympic weightlifting, the clean and jerk and the snatch. And if those movements exist, what are they and how much do they contribute to the performance of the clean and jerk and the snatch? And so this paper, looking at it really quickly, took 19 highly trained Olympic weightlifters. They all had been performing Olympic weightlifting training for at least five years. and had them perform a one rep max of a couple different movements across the two week period in randomized order. So they asked them to max out their clean and jerk, max out their snatch, max out their deadlift, max out their strict press, and max out their front squat, and across 14 days, every couple of days, perform one of those max attempts, and then analyzing the data and trying to observe any sort of relationship in the variance between performance on what we consider the power lifts or the strength movements, which would be the deadlift, the strict press, and the front squat, and then compare that to how does that translate to what that person's max clean and jerk and what that person's max snatch is. And some really interesting data here, finding that 59% of the variance of the contribution to the clean and jerk is associated with maximal strict press and front squat strength. And that 62% of the variance in contribution to performance on a snatch is also associated with maximal performance on a one rep max strict press and front squat. And so finding in this paper that there is really no association at all between how strong someone's deadlift is in their performance on the clean and jerk and snatch. And you might think that's interesting because I might assume somebody who has a heavier deadlift should be able to have a heavier clean and jerk or snatch. But as we've taught in Fitness Athlete in our Level 1 course, our Level 2 course, our live course, for many, many years, when we really dig deep into the research on what's happening with the deadlift, we know it's not a pull off the floor and neither is the clean and neither is the snatch. That when we take somebody, whether they are going to just deadlift to the hip or whether they're going to bring that barbell, to the front rack position with a clean or all the way overhead with a snatch, that first pull off the floor is really kind of a misnomer to call that a pull. That is a press off the floor and we have several studies that look at EMG activation in the body of what is happening with a deadlift, what is happening with the first pull of a clean or snatch. And we know that the quadriceps are the most active muscle during that first pull. And that tells us it's not a pull, right? It is a press off the floor. That's how we instruct athletes in the gym, patients in the clinic, that this is a press off the floor. Imagine you're sitting on a leg press machine. If we took you in your deadlift setup position and rotated you 90 degrees, got rid of the barbell, put the weight on a plate underneath your feet, you would look like you were sitting on a leg press machine. And so it is a press off the floor. And so it makes sense that because it is a partial range of motion press off the floor, that it just does not contribute as much as we might think to our clean and jerk and our snatch performance. But finding that we had moderate to high correlations between strict press and front squat strength with both clean and jerk and snatch performance. So why is that? Why these lifts? How can we interpret that analysis? When we really think about what a clean is and what a snatch is, Try to keep it simple, especially in the CrossFit realm where people may have never been exposed to these movements before. Often our cueing is very simple. Hey, a clean, we're going to jump off the ground and land in a front squat. A snatch, we're going to jump off the ground and we're going to land in an overhead squat. And so Olympic weightlifters already do a lot of front squats, they need a lot of thoracic and shoulder strength, they need to keep their clean as close to the front squat as possible, because that is half of their score in Olympic weightlifting, right? Just two movements clean and jerk and snatch, you got to be got to be good at both of them. Likewise, a snatch is a jump into an overhead squat. And while the study didn't look at performance of overhead squat compared to snatch, It makes sense that a front squat would pair really well with a snatch. When you think about the receiving position of a snatch, a very vertical torso, very strong, stable shoulder position, it requires strength and mobility out of every joint in the body. You need to have excellent shoulder mobility and strength. You need to have excellent thoracic mobility and strength, excellent hip mobility and strength, excellent knee and ankle mobility and strength. a really, really vertical torso position in the bottom of that snatch. And so that front squat really sets us up a strong, tall, vertical torso position. We are training our legs in a squat pattern. We're working on our thoracic and shoulder strength and mobility at the same time. And so it checks a lot of boxes that we see and makes sense that it translates well to the snatch position. What we see, though, in a lot of other research is that we always look at the back squat, and we look at relationships between back squat strength and Olympic weightlifting, and we often find almost no relationship. And that also makes sense. Back squats tend to have more of a forward torso, more of a hinge-dominant position, especially if somebody is a powerlifter, in a way that just does not translate as well to movements like the clean and the snatch. And so understanding that it makes sense that these relatively simple, boring movements, the strict press and the front squat are showing to be really good developers for our clean and our snatch. APPLYING THE RESEARCH So what can we do with this data? What does that help us do in the clinic, in the gym with our patients and athletes? Well first things first, you're probably not going to blow any Olympic weightlifters mind if you tell them they need to get a stronger strict press and they need to get a stronger front squat if they want to be a better Olympic weightlifter, right? Most of them are probably gonna say, yeah, I knew that before I came to this appointment. Do you have anything else for me? When we look at folks who are training specifically Olympic weightlifting, they are already doing a lot of overhead lifting, they're already doing a lot of squatting, often several sessions per week, right? It's not uncommon to find competitive Olympic weightlifters performing some combination of back squats, front squats, overhead squats every other day throughout their week as they're training. Likewise, they're doing a lot of strict press, they're doing a lot of push press, they're doing a lot of jerks, they're doing a lot of accessory work that's going to reinforce overhead lifting. and squat patterns as well. So you're probably not gonna really rock the boat with a true, dedicated, even recreationally competitive Olympic weightlifter and definitely not somebody that is trying to be a professional or is already a professional Olympic weightlifter. They are hopefully already doing all of this stuff in a way that you don't have a lot to intervene on. But outside of that, somebody who maybe wants to get more into Olympic weightlifting, and especially with our functional fitness athletes, our CrossFit athletes who are doing clean and jerk and doing snatch as part of their CrossFit training, they always want to have a heavier clean and jerk and a heavier snatch, right? If they're coming to you and saying, is there anything I could do? I have an extra 30 minutes a week. I have an extra hour a week. I really want to get a stronger clean and jerk and a stronger snatch. For that population, it's tough to recommend to them just do more clean and jerk and snatch. because they're likely already doing it as part of their CrossFit training and they may even be doing it throughout the week in different variations, right? To be doing a high repetition, low load, power snatch and then metabolic conditioning workout and then maybe to maybe later in the week doing a strength piece that looks like higher load, lower volume snatching focused on developing the snatch. So it'd be tough for that person to recommend that they somehow find time in that same week to do more snatching. Instead, what is going to be a really effective and safe recommendation as far as not introducing too much volume to that equation is to recommend to that person, hey, find some time to do more strict press and more front squat. We talked a lot back in episode 1745 back during deltoid week of the importance of the strict press for developing the deltoid, that the deltoid is the powerhouse of the shoulder, but strict press is often neglected or completely ignored in programming. People skip strict press day when it's at the CrossFit gym. They may skip it when it shows up in accessory programming because it's not fun, right? They may do a push press or push jerk or split jerk instead. which doesn't really help improve our clean and jerk as much as it could and our snatch as much as it could because we're not training the shoulder as much as we're now training the legs when we transition to a push press or a jerk motion. Way back, episode 1567 with Midge Babcock, the title of that episode, Don't Be a Jerk with Your Jerks, he covered a lot of research that shows as we transition to that push press, as we transition to that jerk, we're now using 60 to 80% from our legs to get that weight overhead. And so we're not really developing true shoulder strength as much as if we do the strict press. And so just recognizing with that CrossFit that functional fitness population, they're probably skipping or not doing really foundational strength movements like the strict press, And like the front squat, because they are seen as boring, right? They are seen as maybe repetitious. But that is kind of the point that by doing those things more consistently, more frequently, we're going to bump up our front squat strength, our strict press strength, and we'll see a nice translation to improvements in our clean and jerk and snatch. alongside also continuing to do the clean and jerk and the snatch. And so my recommendation for a lot of folks who come to see me for help with maybe performance of what can I do, I have some extra time, is to give them some sort of undulating program that allows them hopefully in the span of the same week to touch a clean, touch a jerk, touch a snatch, a front squat and a strict press maybe even within that same week. And so, teaching those patients, those athletes, of how to optimize their sessions. Of hey, if you're gonna go into the gym, and you wanna introduce more of this stuff, what does it look like? It looks like we should do the Olympic lift first, we should do the power movement first, because those muscle fibers are gonna be the easiest to fatigue, and the longest to recover. So if we're going to clean or snatch that day, we should do that first. We can follow that up with what we might call a power lift, a strength movement. we don't need to be as explosive with those movements, those fibers are not as fatigued. And so we can do something like a clean, and then do a front squat, we could do something like a snatch, and then do a front squat, we could do a clean, and then we could do a strict press. And then at the end of the hour, towards the end of our session, whatever our timeframe might be, we have time for maybe a conditioning piece, if we're a crossfitter, and we want to keep working on our metabolic conditioning, or maybe just some extra accessory work to further develop leg strength, overhead strength, core strength, all the stuff that we need to be a really solid Olympic weightlifter. And so that might look like moving back and forth between power variations of the snatch and clean and adding in extra front squatting, making sure that we're not squatting too much, we're not lifting overhead too much, and just trying to find them a nice blend where they can add in some extra volume without increasing their risk for injury in a way that they're gonna find that time well spent and see those clean and jerk see those snatch numbers go up. And I always love when somebody just wants to do weightlifting, they don't want to do any conditioning that day or anything else. I love my favorite piece for developing overhead strength. Every two minutes for 15 sets, you're going to do five sets of three reps of a strict press somewhere between 70 80% of your max. You're going to transition to five sets of three push press, again, somewhere 70 to 80% of your max push press, and then finish out same rep scheme, same idea with the jerk. And so as our shoulders get fatigued, we bring in more and more of the legs in a way that overloads the shoulders really nice and gets us a nice 30 minute weightlifting session. And so that can always be beneficial for patients as well. SUMMARY What can you do? What can you advise someone when they want to improve their clean and jerk and snatch and they're not already a professional elite Olympic weightlifter, share with them that the most bang for their buck is going to be working in more strict press and more front squat into their training. Ideally, if we can do that every week, increase that consistency, increase that frequency, we know that's going to be a way that's going to productively overload the system. We know the research supports that those two movements have the highest contribution to performance on the clean and jerk and snatch, and that's really where we can help athletes work that into their programming and see them develop the clean and jerk and snatch the way they want so that they can hit new PRs. Team, if you like to learn about this stuff, if you like to hear about this stuff, our next class of clinical management fitness athlete level one online begins this next Monday. We have about eight seats left. Those will definitely be gone by the end of the weekend before the class starts. That literally happens every cohort and has happened for every cohort for many, many, many years. So don't be that person that emails on Tuesday morning. We're going to have to tell you the class is full. And then if you've already taken Fitness Athlete Level 1, Fitness Athlete Level 2, start September 2nd after Labor Day, and that class is already over half full, that'll probably be the last class of Fitness Athlete Level 2 for the year, so don't miss that one if you're on your way to working towards your Clinical Management Fitness Athlete certification. That's all I've got for you this Friday morning. I hope you have an awesome weekend. Enjoy the opening ceremony, the start to the Olympics, and keep an eye out for Team USA lifting on August 7th. Have a great Friday. Have a great weekend. Bye, everybody. OUTRO Hey, thanks for tuning in to the PT on ICE daily show. If you enjoyed this content, head on over to iTunes and leave us a review, and be sure to check us out on Facebook and Instagram at the Institute of Clinical Excellence. 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Jeffrey Durmer is a systems neuroscientist, neurologist, and sleep medicine physician. He earned his MD and Ph.D. in systems neuroscience from the University of Pennsylvania, is the past director of the Emory University Sleep Laboratory and Pediatric Sleep Medicine Program, and co-founder of Nox Health, a population sleep healthcare company based in the Atlanta, GA, and Nox Medical, a leading sleep technology firm based in Reykjavik, Iceland.He is a member of the NIH Sleep Disorders Research Advisory Board, serves on the Board of Directors of the RLS Foundation, is chair of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine Foundation Development Council, and is the Sleep Performance Director for the United States Olympic Weightlifting team, along with many other professional and elite athletic organizations. Currently, he is the Chief Medical Officer of Absolute Rest, a tech-enabled high-performance sleep health and behavioral management company. SHOWNOTES:
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