EPISODE · Dec 29, 2025 · 50 MIN
TIM SUCHOMEL - ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR @ UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH #119
from PA CHALK UP · host Manny Silveira
Tim Suchomel is an Associate Professor at the University of Pittsburgh and a rare research-meets-weight-room operator—equal parts lab brain and barbell coach. He builds stronger, faster athletes by turning messy training into clean data and making strength science brutally practical.steal-this-playbook:• Weight room = lab. Monitor in real time, adjust in real time. Track sets/reps plus simple outputs (CMJ, RSI) and let the session’s data steer the next block—no ivory tower required.• Pulls for power. Use pulling variations (clean pulls, high pulls, jump shrugs) when catching isn’t the priority; match loading intelligently to get equal—or better—stimulus with fewer technical bottlenecks.• VBT with intent. It’s a tool, not a religion. Lock technique first, then chase the right metric for the exercise and athlete. Remember: bar speed ≠ body speed.TeamBuildr:Coaches, revolutionise your training programs with their cutting-edge platform. Create and customised workouts, track progress, communicate effortlessly, and analyse performance data-all in one place. Take advantage of our 30-day free trial and see how TeamBuildr can elevate your team's performance.Head over to www.teambuildr.com and use code "PACHALKUP" for your 30-day free trial.Tim's Social:Instagram - @drtsuchomelManny' Social:Instagram - @_coachmanny_Enquiries:[email protected]
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