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Prepare To Win Podcast

by Justin Oliver and Dane Lee

Podcast by Justin Oliver and Dane Lee

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Episodes

  1. Episode 84 Front Squats

    Episode 84 Front Squats by Justin Oliver and Dane Lee

  2. The Coaching Gig

    The Coaching Gig by Justin Oliver and Dane Lee

  3. Meet Prep Program Example

    Meet Prep Program Example by Justin Oliver and Dane Lee

  4. Episode 81 - Markets, Mindsets, Habits, And Regrets

    On this episode of Prepare to Win… Show Topics: 1. The market going down this week 2. Training habits and mindsets (how to build a routine, why building it is necessary, and what it means to build your training over the course of your “career”) Q&A: 1. The best ways to save money 2. What are our...

  5. Episode 80 - What Needs To Be Said About Nutrition, Training, And Why We Diet The Way We Do

    On this episode of Prepare to Win we have a full episode about nutrition and dieting. We discuss why it’s important to have a base of fitness and volume in your training and what role nutrition plays in that, how nutrition correlates with various phases throughout your training, the numerous...

  6. Episode 79 - Our (Current) Story

    On this episode of Prepare to Win we’re discussing a Q&A submission that we felt deserved to be its own episode. We talk about our story and how we ended up where we are in our careers, advice on starting and progressing in our given fields, life advice (in terms of balancing career, life, and...

  7. Episode 78 - How Bad Do You Want It?

    On this episode of Prepare to Win we’re talking about how bad do you want to be successful in a strength sport. Show Topics: 1. Starting by building a base of muscle mass 2. The necessity of body awareness 3. Setting realistic expectations Q&A: 1. Catching up on sleep 2. Making a career out of...

  8. Episode 77 - Back From The Dead

    WHAT?! A new episode of Prepare to WIN?!! That’s right, we’re back! After nearly a full year away from the podcast, we’re back to talk about updates in our lives, struggles with nutrition and health, new business ventures, daily routines, and much more. Follow us on SoundCloud, Spotify, and…

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  9. Masculine Conviction. Building A Genuine Business Through Identity.

    On this episode of Prepare to Win we have Cruz Fondriest on the show with us talking about his new project, Masculine Conviction. We get into a variety of topics including: how Cruz and Justin got into Powerlifting, the difference between being an elite athlete versus being healthy, what it is…

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  10. Episode 75 - Growth. Demand. Quality.

    On this episode of Prepare to Win we ask the question, “where have all workers gone?” We discuss vision and perspective for business owners, loyalty as an employee, and where does growth come from. Follow us on SoundCloud, Spotify, and iTunes. Leave us a review and let us know how we’re doing!…

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  11. Episode 74 - Social Media Falsehoods

    Your Hosts: Justin Oliver is the owner of Unrivaled Strength and Fitness (established in 2015). He is a coach with over 10 years of experience in the fitness industry and has dedicated himself to bringing the best to his clients through evidence-based training. Justin is currently a competitive...

  12. Episode 73 - The Difference Is In The Guidance

    On this episode of Prepare to Win we’re discussing what makes our programming different here at Unrivaled Strength and Elite Recovery compared to other gyms or facilities in the area. Show Topics: 1. Our results (2:20) 2. Giving guidance (5:20) 3. Ego vs. Curiosity when changing technique (17:00)...

  13. Episode 72 - Do What Elite Athletes Do

    On this episode of Prepare to Win we’re discussing the difference in what elite athletes do compared to what everyone else is willing to do. We often expect the same results from doing less work. We talk about how this mindset holds athletes back from making true progress. We also had several Q&A...

  14. Episode 71 - The Best Advice

    On this episode of Prepare to Win we’re answering one Q&A question submitted recently that asked “What is the best advice that you’ve been given for business?” We thought this was a good enough question to deserve being its own podcast. We end up discussing the best advice that we’ve been given,...

  15. Episode 70 - Diet Dedication

    On this episode of Prepare to Win we discuss commitment to dieting, taking the process seriously, performance versus aesthetic goals, and how to find a good nutrition coach. Show Topics: 1. Diet breaks (2:08) 2. Taking the diet seriously (3:10) 3. If you’re not disciplined (10:12) 4. Performance...

  16. Episode 69 - How To Be A Better Client

    Follow us on SoundCloud, Spotify, and iTunes. Leave us a review and let us know how we’re doing! Your Hosts: Justin Oliver is the owner of Unrivaled Strength and Fitness (established in 2015). He is a coach with over 10 years of experience in the fitness industry and has dedicated himself to...

  17. Episode 68 - What To Eat After Working Out For Recovery

    Follow us on SoundCloud, Spotify, and iTunes. Leave us a review and let us know how we’re doing! Your Hosts: Justin Oliver is the owner of Unrivaled Strength and Fitness (established in 2015). He is a coach with over 10 years of experience in the fitness industry and has dedicated himself to...

  18. Episode 67 - The 7-Year Business Anniversary Episode

    On this episode we’re talking about the 7-year anniversary of Unrivaled Strength and Fitness. We discussed how the gym got started, how difficult it can be for new businesses to survive the first 5 years, deciding between keeping the side-hustle or going all-in, and more! 1. The slim margin of...

  19. Episode 66 - What Is It Like Owning A Gym?

    On this episode of Prepare to Win we have a Q&A that ended up deserving to be its own episode. We tackle the question of what it is like to own a gym. We dive into the expectations that you’ll have versus the reality of owning a gym, what others think it is like for you to own one, and also...

  20. Episode 65 - Stop Thinking. Just Lift.

    On this episode of Prepare to Win we’re discussing some of the mental aspects of lifting which can hinder performance. This can occur during training or competition. We get into the mindset of beginners versus veteran lifters, not overthinking nutrition, how to avoid the distraction of…

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  21. Episode 64 - Q&A Catch-Up

    On this episode of Prepare to Win we’ve got another Q&A Catch-Up. We go over when it’s a good time to coach yourself, knowing when to back off in your training, sodium intake, and the dumbest stories we can think of for nutrition. Enjoy! Q&A: 1. When is a good time to take coaching into your own...

  22. Episode 63 (Part 2) - Hot Topics and Q&A

    On this episode of Prepare to Win we’re continuing our conversation about the lack of barrier-to-entry in the fitness world, training differences when working with women instead of men, sport specific training, and the benefits of Red Light Therapy and BFR. Q&A: 1. Do women need to exercise...

  23. Episode 63 (Part 1) - There Is No Barrier-to-Entry in Today's Online Fitness Industry

    On this episode of Prepare to Win we’re talking about the strength and fitness industrial as a whole and how it has grown and changed in relation to online coaching and social media. We give our thoughts on where things were when we started, how they have changed in terms of marketing and target...

  24. Episode 62 - What Do The Nutritional Clients Who Get The Best Results Do?

    On this episode of Prepare to Win we’re talking about the truth of Nutrition: working on correcting and improving their nutrition takes time. Mainstream science is finally starting to catch up with what a handful of Nutritional Coaches have been advocating for many years. We detail stories of...

  25. Episode 61 - Saying "Can't" Before You Even Start

    On this episode of Prepare to Win we’re talking about mindset. We see numerous clients who have their schedules change drastically throughout their years of training. The clients and athletes who continued to have the mindset to prioritize their training or fitness and nutrition continued to see...

  26. Episode 60 - Progress Isn't Fancy (and A Whole Lot More)

    On this episode of Prepare to Win we’re talking about embracing simplicity in training and how making progress isn’t fancy (or fun). We discuss why adding in needless variety is detrimental to an athlete’s progress, the benefits of simplicity when controlling both the training and nutrition for…

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  27. Episode 59 - Understanding Your Value As A Coach

    On this episode of Prepare to Win we’re discussing the need for coaches to set boundaries between the and clients. We go into our own examples of what we’ve experienced and witnessed. The show covers healthy mindsets when thinking of timeframes when working with clients, when to stop accepting...

  28. Episode 57 - Ego And Learning From Other Coaches

    On this episode of Prepare to Win we’re diving into the topic of ego getting in the way of coaches being able to learn. We make the argument that learning from other coaches helps to grow the industry of strength and conditioning as a whole. Show Topics: 1. Is fear of looking foolish keeping you...

  29. Episode 56 - Using Isolation To Win- Part 2

    On this episode of Prepare to Win we’re finishing our conversation about using isolation to help you determine your goals and win. Part two is brief and concludes the topics that we began in Part 1. So if you haven’t already, please go back and listen to Part 1 for context on this episode. Follow...

  30. Episode 55 - Using Isolation To Win - Part 1

    On this episode of Prepare to Win we have the first half of a lengthy conversation discussing how to use isolation to win. We go over the mindset that has helped us to be focused on success despite challenges, the ways we discovered that mindset, and also how we’ve used it. As always, if you…

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  31. Episode 54 - Ideal Vs Reality

    On this episode of Prepare to Win we’re talking (explicitly) about Ideals versus Reality. This starts largely with the topic of nutrition and transitions into gym selection, strength training, egos in the gym, and the reality of what your time looks like each day. We also have Q&A discussing…

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  32. Episode 53 - Nutrition Advice For Students And Time - Intense Workers

    On this episode of Prepare to Win we’re talking about nutritional choices and habits for students and occupations which are highly time-demanding. We talk about ways to better approach your breakfast. We give thoughts on meal-prepping. We share stories (struggles) about learning how to cook, and...

  33. Episode 52 - Explaining PED's, Common Mistakes And Misunderstandings

    On this episode of Prepare to Win we discuss PED’s in Powerlifting. We talk about common misconceptions and mistakes that we observe in the lifting community. We also discuss better ways to understand and approach the use of PED’s for competitors and the general population. Follow us on…

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  34. Episode 51 - The (Not So Secret) Secrets To Success

    *A note: this episode has a sound gap around the 43:00 mark that is approximately 20 seconds. We apologize for the error in quality. Your Hosts: Justin Oliver is the owner of Unrivaled Strength and Fitness (established in 2015). He is a coach with over 10 years of experience in the fitness…

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  35. Episode 50 - Recovery Concepts And IR Saunas

    On this episode of Prepare to Win we’re discussing the use of infrared saunas for recovery purposes. We talk about what they do and how they can be implemented into a workout program for both athletes and general population. We discuss the different benefits of the IR Saunas and what clients…

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  36. Episode 49 - First Time Meet Director Experiences

    On this episode of Prepare to Win we’re discussing what it was like to have Justin’s first meet as a meet director: the good, the bad, the new, and the annoying. We discuss how this experience differs from the work done previously when simply hosting meets at Unrivaled, in particular the amount…

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  37. Episode 48 - Variables For Weekly Weight Fluctuations

    On this episode of Prepare to Win we’re discussing variables that influence weight gain or loss. Everybody pees. Everybody poops. And today, we’re talking about how these two things have an effect on client’s perception of weight loss and/or gain. We begin the conversation explaining an overview…

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  38. Episode 47 - Interview With Chloe Lansing

    On this episode of Prepare to Win we had the opportunity to talk with Chloe Lansing. Chloe began powerlifting in 2013 & is currently top 5 all-time by total at 148 in sleeves & wraps. She trains out of Anvil Gym in Cedar Rapids, IA. Chloe is sponsored by Ghost Strong Equipment (On IG -...

  39. Episode 46 - Q&A Catch - Up

    On this episode of Prepare to Win we’re doing another Q&A Catch Up. We discuss hard gainers, hot takes, preventing injuries for new powerlifters, how to adjust training on the fly, and when to cut for meets. Q&A: 1. What do you do to help clients who are hard gainers? 2. Do you have any hot…

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  40. Episode 45 - Baby Steps

    On this episode of Prepare to Win we’re discussing the Baby Steps of moving forward in life. Whether it relates to nutrition, health in general, finding and/or hiring a mentor, or starting and succeeding in a business. Everything has to begin somewhere, and often those first small steps are the...

  41. Episode 44 - Consistency Over Complexity

    On this episode of Prepare to Win we’re discussing the massive amount of misinformation that is spread through the general population in regards to fitness. We get into nutritional misunderstandings, where the misinformation might come from, and the frustrations as a fitness professional when...

  42. Episode 43 - We're All Just As Stupid

    Show Topics: 1. A lack of knowledge is becoming the norm 2. How long does it typically take to get the hang of learning new technique? (11:49) 3. Changes in technique due to changes in the body that occur from training (16:33) 4. Recognizing coaching complacency (21:35) 5. The trend of coaches...

  43. Episode 42 - Q&A Catch Up

    On this episode of Prepare to Win we’re doing another Q&A Catch Up. We discuss blood panels for athletes, improving recovery for middle-age males, being mindful and in tune with your body, our thoughts on dry needling, how often to spent time stretching to increase flexibility, active recovery…

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  44. Episode 41 - Six Year Anniversary Of Unrivaled Strength

    On this episode of Prepare to Win we’re celebrating the six-year anniversary of Unrivaled Strength and discussing how the business has grown and changed over those years. We talk about how things got started and later transitioned with more growth. We discuss the high number of opportunities over...

  45. Episode 40 - Q&A Catch Up

    On this episode of Prepare to Win we’re doing another Q&A Catch Up. We discuss making progress around injuries (using lateralizations, modifications, and proper tissue loading schedules) , reducing Prehab days once injuries/issues are starting to feel better, thoughts on toe spreaders and rocks...

  46. Episode 39 - Building Cultures Within Your Business

    On this episode of Prepare to Win we discuss the culture here at Unrivaled Strength, both within the gym and specifically for the staff. We go into detail about the cultures we have seen from other gyms and businesses that we’ve experienced, what we hope to provide for the culture in our own...

  47. Episode 38 - A Culture Of So-Called Winning

    This is not our typical episode of Prepare to Win. What started as a pre-podcast conversation became a full-fledge episode. We originally wanted to have a brief discussion about the Culture of Overhyped Winning that is seen on Instagram currently (emphasis on “brief”). We originally hit record in...

  48. Episode 37 - Changes In Environment And Positive Training Outcomes

    On this episode of Prepare to Win we’re discussing how changes in the athlete’s environment can have a dramatic impact on the outcomes of their training, both positively or negatively. We go into several examples from a recent competition for four different female lifters. These women each made...

  49. Episode 36 - Q&A Catch - Up 2

    On this episode of Prepare to Win we’re doing a Q&A catch-up for the submissions we’ve received over the last few weeks. We discuss what we do for sleep (supplements, caffeine scheduling, and chronotypes), using Recovery Programming for a Masters level athlete training for a triathlon, how often…

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  50. Episode 35 - Athlete Nutrition Profile - Collegiate Swimmer

    On this episode of Prepare to Win we’re starting a new segment for Sports Nutrition where Justin is presented with information for a specific athlete and walks the audience through the process of figuring out the basics of their macronutrient needs. This includes the total numbers for Protein,...

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