Rockwell Barbell Podcast

Rockwell Barbell Podcast is about powerlifting, bodybuilding, and life.

Rockwell Barbell Podcast Ep 36: Ty Horn 03/09/2025

Rockwell Barbell Podcast Ep 36: Ty Horn In this episode, Lawrence speaks with Ty Horn, aka Mobility Monster (), about his journey from college football to strength coaching and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Ty touches on his individualized training approach, the use of unconventional techniques, and the importance of community in martial arts. Ty shares insights from his experiences training with some of the top Jiu-Jitsu grapplers, and how technique can overrule size on the mat. They both touch on blue collar work ethic and how it influenced their training. They also discuss the growth that comes from stepping outside comfort zones and unorthodox paths to finding their strengths in fitness and in life. /episode/index/show/rwbbpodcast/id/35595270

Rockwell Barbell Podcast Ep. 35: Dana Paran and Becca Ward 01/03/2025

Rockwell Barbell Podcast Ep. 35: Dana Paran and Becca Ward In this episode, Lawrence talks with professional CrossFit athlete Dana Paran and owner of Iron Mind Rehab and Performance, Becca Ward. Dana shares her experiences participating in CrossFit competitions. They discuss Dana's experience at the Rogue Invitational, recovering from a significant ankle injury, and the sense of community in CrossFit and powerlifting. Dana and Becca also share how they met and bonded through fitness. Also, they discuss Dana's travels, the current state of CrossFit, and some future plans. /episode/index/show/rwbbpodcast/id/34710470

Rockwell Barbell Podcast Ep. 34: Al Jakich and Terry Strand 12/08/2024

Rockwell Barbell Podcast Ep. 34: Al Jakich and Terry Strand In this episode, Lawrence talks both Al Jakich and Terry Strand, bodybuilding veterans. They talk about how they met, where they've been, and the history of fitness culture of Chicago. Terry shares humorous insights on how bodybuilding shaped his life. Al shares his experiences growing up on Chicago's west side and his passion for bodybuilding. They also reminisce about the golden age of gyms, the evolution of training practices, and discuss the importance of community, mentorship, and tradition in fitness. /episode/index/show/rwbbpodcast/id/34324205

Rockwell Barbell Podcast Ep. 33: Tom O'Neill 11/01/2024

Rockwell Barbell Podcast Ep. 33: Tom O'Neill Tom O'Neill, a long time trainer at Rockwell Barbell, joins Lawrence on the podcast. They chat about how they connected through Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and powerlifting. Tom also dives into their transition from casual lifting to powerlifting and strongman competitions. Then, Lawrence and Tom highlight the ways in which their training philosophies evolved over time, training injuries, motivation, and being accountable to oneself when training. /episode/index/show/rwbbpodcast/id/33736662

Rockwell Barbell Podcast Ep. 32: Becca Ward 09/19/2024

Rockwell Barbell Podcast Ep. 32: Becca Ward Becca Ward ( joins Lawrence to discuss her experiences as a physical therapist and powerlifting coach. Becca talks about her path from a newcomer in powerlifting into embracing the sport and its culture. She also touches on the intersection of strength training and rehabilitation, as well as managing her own practice, . They also chat about the advantages of bypassing traditional insurance models and the benefits of patient focused care. /episode/index/show/rwbbpodcast/id/33116087

Rockwell Barbell Podcast Ep. 31: Adam Kern 09/06/2024

Rockwell Barbell Podcast Ep. 31: Adam Kern Adam Kern () joins Lawrence on the podcast to discuss all things Porsche, car culture, and building a community with a common passion. Adam shares the origins of the CheckedItOut (), a premier Porsche enthusiast gathering that he established. He also discusses his brand Low End Garage (), working with artists to bring a vision to life for his events, and road tripping with a Porsche in tow. Find out more about CheckedItOut and Low End Garage here: /episode/index/show/rwbbpodcast/id/32949947

Rockwell Barbell Podcast Ep. 30: Charles Lewis 07/23/2024

Rockwell Barbell Podcast Ep. 30: Charles Lewis In this episode, Lawrence talks with Charles Lewis, a Rockwell Barbell regular. They discuss how they met and how their friendship developed with time. With a background as a nuclear procurement engineer, Charles also shares his childhood challenges and path to a successful career. Then, they explore the evolution of training through mental fortitude and unconventional methods, drawing inspiration from solo outdoor routines akin to Musashi Miyamoto's discipline and swordsmanship. Charles also shares some anime recommendations with Lawrence, and touches on how anime and gaming has influenced his passion for training. They also cover injury, recovery, and not letting a setback break consistency in training. They also touch on diverse training techniques, machine workouts versus working with restrictions during training, and fostering a supportive fitness community. /episode/index/show/rwbbpodcast/id/32264737

Rockwell Barbell Podcast Ep. 29: Anja Schuffner 04/07/2024

Rockwell Barbell Podcast Ep. 29: Anja Schuffner Anja Schuffner shares insights about her training leading to and competing in the Arnold Strongman Classic. Anja also discusses challenges faced by Asian athletes, and her mission to empower Asian women in strength sports. Lawrence and Anja covers insights on work-life balance, contrasting work cultures globally, and a glimpse into Anja's training routine in Hong Kong. They also cover the landscape of Strongman and powerlifting in Asia. Visit our sponsor, Eaternal Nutrition. /episode/index/show/rwbbpodcast/id/30694813

Rockwell Barbell Podcast Ep. 28: David Mariani 03/21/2024

Rockwell Barbell Podcast Ep. 28: David Mariani On this episode, David () and Lawrence talks about social media and the impact one can have with sharing vital information with others to expose yourself to new ideas. They also discuss the value of communicating with new people, the benefits of asking for help, and reaching out to others. They talk about mobility techniques and things they've tried and changed over time. They also discuss how David's athletic history influences the work that he does now, as well as his connection to the world of basketball. /episode/index/show/rwbbpodcast/id/30468178

Rockwell Barbell Podcast Ep. 27: Dan Hylton 02/12/2024

Rockwell Barbell Podcast Ep. 27: Dan Hylton On this episode, Dan joins Lawrence on the podcast. Lawrence and Dan discuss how they met, their different life trajectories and experiences. They also cover skate parks, punk houses, and the types of people and experiences that come with them. Dan also touches on his experience as a first responder, being deployed to Iraq, and adjacent topics. /episode/index/show/rwbbpodcast/id/29901783

Rockwell Barbell Podcast Ep. 26: Ed, Rob, And Ben 12/15/2023

Rockwell Barbell Podcast Ep. 26: Ed, Rob, And Ben This week, Ed, Rob, and Ben return to the podcast. They talk about Thai boxing, Jiu Jitsu, and lessons they've learned about self defense. There's discussion about fighting versus fleeing, instant gratification versus long-haul changes when practicing martial arts. Then there's discussion about separating one's "business persona" from one's personal self when communicating with others online. They also discuss if money would impact how they represent themselves online. Sponsored by Eaternal Nutrition. /episode/index/show/rwbbpodcast/id/29092298

Rockwell Barbell Podcast Ep. 25: Justin Moore 10/12/2023

Rockwell Barbell Podcast Ep. 25: Justin Moore This week, Lawrence and Justin Moore discuss the desire to live forever, motivation for committing to training, as well as the impact and decisions behind taking supplements. They also discuss the proliferation of AI, Value Design, and the need for independent software creators. Curious to learn more about Justin's Value Design principles? Want to find out about how to integrate Value Design into your life? You can find out more at: Also, visit our sponsor, Eaternal Nutrition. /episode/index/show/rwbbpodcast/id/28285919

Rockwell Barbell Podcast Ep. 24: Ben Le and Rob Whitley 09/05/2023

Rockwell Barbell Podcast Ep. 24: Ben Le and Rob Whitley Ben Le and Rob Whitley join Lawrence on the podcast. They discuss martial arts, powerlifting, and the past and present of their training experiences. They also touch upon aging and how it impacts them as it relates to training and being comfortable with themselves. Finding the balance between life, work, and training goals is also discussed. Also, visit our sponsor, Eaternal Nutrition. /episode/index/show/rwbbpodcast/id/27941394

Rockwell Barbell Podcast Ep. 23: Shara Miller 07/31/2023

Rockwell Barbell Podcast Ep. 23: Shara Miller Lawrence gives an update on the state of the gym and introduces Shara Miller to the podcast. They discuss their backgrounds and talk about how they ended up in their respective careers. They also discuss how the skills learned in life, work, and school can apply to training. /episode/index/show/rwbbpodcast/id/27611832

Rockwell Barbell Podcast Ep. 22: Glory Kickboxer Charles Rodriguez 04/29/2020

Rockwell Barbell Podcast Ep. 22: Glory Kickboxer Charles Rodriguez In this episode Lawrence has professional K-1 kickboxer Charles Rodriguez on the podcast. They discuss his bout in Chicago last fall, how he got into martial arts, how that led him into being the kickboxer he is today and his unique outlook on life/fighting. One of the most uncommon yet refreshing personalities in martial arts culture. /episode/index/show/rwbbpodcast/id/14191481

Rockwell Barbell Podcast Ep. 21: NO CREONTE NO MUTUCA 11/27/2019

Rockwell Barbell Podcast Ep. 21: NO CREONTE NO MUTUCA Lawrence has Ed Serra on from Threshold Martial Arts. He is a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt with Carlson Gracie Team under Adam Miller / Bill Shimuk and a apprentice instructor in the Thai Boxing Association under Kru Tim Tokarz / Ajarn Chai. Lawrence and Ed discuss the recent belt test that Lawrence participated in, Ed's history in BBJ and Muay Thai and the carry over into daily life and as a martial artist. /episode/index/show/rwbbpodcast/id/12202022

Rockwell Barbell Podcast Ep 20: MBTM 03/21/2019

Rockwell Barbell Podcast Ep 20: MBTM In this episode four trainers from a Rockwell discuss lifting, powerlifting politics, partaking in an instructor's jiu-jitsu black belt test, and other unnecessary yet hilarious antics. /episode/index/show/rwbbpodcast/id/9093179

Rockwell Barbell Podcast Ep. 19: Durability 06/01/2018

Rockwell Barbell Podcast Ep. 19: Durability On this episode Lawrence has a friend named Alex on who's Special Forces Green Beret preparing to enter Ranger School. Alex has utilized Matt Wenning's programming and the conjugate method to help him properly get ready for Ranger School while avoiding injury or fatigue. In this episode they discuss training, Special Forces Assessment and Selection as well as his background as Active Duty, his experience in college and his upbringing. /episode/index/show/rwbbpodcast/id/6658046

Rockwell Barbell Podcast Ep. 18: Well Rounded 03/28/2018

Rockwell Barbell Podcast Ep. 18: Well Rounded In this episode Lawrence has guest Booker Youngblut on the show. He is a trainer at Rockwell Barbell as well as an artist, charity organizer, and welder. They discuss his role in all the above and how they have led him to be a trainer. They also discuss what it was like for him joining Rockwell as a member and a client and eventually transitioning organically to become a trainer. /episode/index/show/rwbbpodcast/id/6419672

Rockwell Barbell Podcast Ep. 17: Stefi Cohen & Hayden Bowe 01/30/2018

Rockwell Barbell Podcast Ep. 17: Stefi Cohen & Hayden Bowe In this episode Lawrence has Stefi Cohen and Hayden Bowe on discuss their unique lifting style, their gym Hybrid Method Performance, Stefi's world record deadlift, transitioning from benign a sport athlete (hockey and soccer) to a powerlifter and the benefits of powerlifting for Olympic lifting. Also discussed is their program crossover approach and how each of them got into powerlifting and have literally become two of some of the most well known faces out there in the strength community. /episode/index/show/rwbbpodcast/id/6203343

Rockwell Barbell Podcast Ep. 16: Matt and Krispy 12/13/2017

Rockwell Barbell Podcast Ep. 16: Matt and Krispy In this episode Lawrence has Christy Senay and Matt Blankenberger on the podcast, two of Rockwell's personal trainers. They discuss online coaching, their experience with Jailhouse Training via Josh Bryant and their mentalities early on in their powerlifting careers. They also discuss managing your training between being smart and crazy at the same time. Finding the middle ground between the two. Also discussed are the gay powerlifting games and training through injury intelligently. /episode/index/show/rwbbpodcast/id/6040392

Rockwell Barbell Podcast Ep. 15: Resistance 09/22/2017

Rockwell Barbell Podcast Ep. 15: Resistance In this episode Lawrence covers training while traveling and focusing on consistency instead of progress. He also discusses short term goal programming, appropriate resistance and searching for the most fitting training environment. He also discusses helping your family train and understand how to conquer their own physical fitness. /episode/index/show/rwbbpodcast/id/5764361

Rockwell Barbell Podcast Ep. 14: Jeremy Miller 03/27/2017

Rockwell Barbell Podcast Ep. 14: Jeremy Miller In episode 14, Lawrence and "Squat Daddy" Jeremy Miller talk about when and how they started lifting and how that progressed to them training in a much more serious and competitive environment. They also discuss why they lift and how Rockwell is a beacon of hope for people who don't want to be soft. They dive into some comedic injury stories. They also give you their run down on different training modalities they have trained and their opinions on the upsides and downsides of each. /episode/index/show/rwbbpodcast/id/5208718

Rockwell Barbell Podcast Ep. 13: Dr. Khong 02/09/2017

Rockwell Barbell Podcast Ep. 13: Dr. Khong In this episode, Dr. Khong from Midwest Sport and Spine joins Lawrence on the podcast. They discuss the transition from being a student in health and wellness to becoming a business owner in the health and wellness industry. They also discuss SI Joint Pain, breathing/bracing, their distaste for some medical practitioners, as well as their love for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. /episode/index/show/rwbbpodcast/id/5071233

Rockwell Barbell Podcast Ep. 12: Forsaken Warrior 01/30/2017

Rockwell Barbell Podcast Ep. 12: Forsaken Warrior In this episode, Lawrence has Steve Johnson -- better known as the "Forsaken Warrior" -- to talk about overcoming adversity, pre and post meet training, and his climb to the top of the 275 class. /episode/index/show/rwbbpodcast/id/5035791

Rockwell Barbell Podcast Ep. 11: Stronger 01/10/2017

Rockwell Barbell Podcast Ep. 11: Stronger In this episode, Lawrence discusses finding your way out of training slumps physically and mentally. He discusses having the mindset of a "new me new day" mentality over a "new me new year" one. He also briefly talks about selflessness in the gym. /episode/index/show/rwbbpodcast/id/4979575

Rockwell Barbell Podcast Ep. 10: Earn It 12/05/2016

Rockwell Barbell Podcast Ep. 10: Earn It In this episode Lawrence has Matt Blankenberger on as a guest to talk about his upcoming meet in December, bouncing back from previous injuries and the mindset required in do so, meet prep planning advice/goal strategizing, how to change your lifting base into something that will take you to higher places and the misrepresentation of businesses and individuals in the fitness world. /episode/index/show/rwbbpodcast/id/4885602

Rockwell Barbell Podcast Ep. 9: Refocus 11/21/2016

Rockwell Barbell Podcast Ep. 9: Refocus In this episode Lawrence discusses the team's experience at Relentless Detroit Charity meet, important lessons learned in lifting, stripping yourself of comforts in the gym and surrendering yourself to form above all else to add weight to the bar and get stronger. /episode/index/show/rwbbpodcast/id/4848605

Rockwell Barbell Podcast Ep. 8: Walk With A Purpose 10/28/2016

Rockwell Barbell Podcast Ep. 8: Walk With A Purpose In this episode Lawrence talks about the 5 do's and don't of personal training and being a training partner as well as pre-training anxiety and post training depression and positivity. Also covered is the grind leading up to competition and keeping a strong mindset through dark times. /episode/index/show/rwbbpodcast/id/4782366

Rockwell Barbell Podcast Ep. 7: Purgatory 10/17/2016

Rockwell Barbell Podcast Ep. 7: Purgatory In this podcast Lawrence tributes it to Olympic Weightlifter and Bodybuilder Jon North as he talks about overcoming adversity in the gym and avoiding lifting purgatory and self punishment to obtain peace and a new found freedom. Also he covers the recent charity powerlifting meets and upcoming Rockwell related meets as well as team mentality and goal setting. /episode/index/show/rwbbpodcast/id/4749720

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