The First Lift: Recent Episodes
The First Lift
The First Lift is a podcast where we discuss, break down, and evaluate training hypotheses and methods in order to educate you, allow you to train more effectively, and achieve your lifting goals.
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Aaron: https://www.instagram.com/coach_wheeler_/ Jake: https://www.instagram.com/smartfitness.coach/
In Today's episode we answered 5 questions asked by our Instagram followers. We discussed building glutes, hitting your protein goal, why you're not putting on size, why mobility is important and our favourite quad exercises. We will be doing another Q&A in the future so get involved.
We hope you enjoyed this episode. If you have any questions or suggestions reach out to us on IG!
Aaron - https://www.instagram.com/Coach_Wheeler_/
Jake - https://www.instagram.com/SmartFitness.Coach/
In Today's Episode, We discuss different pieces of lifting equipment you could see people using in your gym and on social media. On top of that suggest what we think you could use and why it would benefit you!
We hope you enjoyed this episode. If you have any questions or suggestions reach out to us on IG!
Aaron - https://www.instagram.com/Coach_Wheeler_/
Jake - https://www.instagram.com/SmartFitness.Coach/
In Today's Episode, We discuss different methods to help you be more consistent in all aspects of your fitness journey. We cover topics such as accountability, time management, and building a good routine that works for you!
We hope you enjoyed this episode. If you have any questions or suggestions reach out to us on IG!
Aaron - https://www.instagram.com/Coach_Wheeler_/
Jake - https://www.instagram.com/SmartFitness.Coach/
In today's episode, we discuss whether you should opt for a sumo deadlift or a conventional deadlift. We go over specificity, frequency, and recovery to help you understand the best choice for your goal!
We hope you enjoyed this episode. If you have any questions or suggestions reach out to us on IG!
Aaron - https://www.instagram.com/Coach_Wheeler_/
Jake - https://www.instagram.com/SmartFitness.Coach/
In this episode, we discuss how to improve your deadlift specifically for your goal. Whether it be; Bodybuilding, Powerlifting, Olympic Lifting, or Sports Specific Training! Including deadlift variations such as pauses, block pulls and halting deadlifts to help you work on your weakness and build that BIG DEADLIFT.
We hope you enjoyed this episode. If you have any questions or suggestions reach out to us on IG!
Aaron - https://www.instagram.com/Coach_Wheeler_/
Jake - https://www.instagram.com/SmartFitness.Coach/
In this episode, we discuss how to improve your bench specifically for your goal. Whether it be; Bodybuilding or Powerlifting training! Including bench variations and how they can help you with different sticking points and improve your positioning for that BIG BENCH.
We hope you enjoyed this episode. If you have any questions or suggestions reach out to us on IG!
Aaron - https://www.instagram.com/Coach_Wheeler_/
Jake - https://www.instagram.com/SmartFitness.Coach/
In this episode, we discuss how to improve your squat specifically for your goal. Whether it be; Bodybuilding, Powerlifting, Olympic Lifting or Sport Specific training! Including Squat variations and how they can build that BIG SQUAT.
We hope you enjoyed this episode. If you have any questions or suggestions reach out to us on IG!
Aaron - https://www.instagram.com/Coach_Wheeler_/
Jake - https://www.instagram.com/SmartFitness.Coach/
In this episode, we discuss Progressive Overload & Intensifiers to help you understand how to progress in the gym and utilise the correct intensifiers for you to train more effectively!
We hope you enjoyed this episode. If you have any questions or suggestions reach out to us on IG!
Aaron - https://www.instagram.com/Coach_Wheeler_/
Jake - https://www.instagram.com/SmartFitness.Coach/
In this episode, we discuss how to pick a good coach. Everyone would benefit from having a good coach to a certain extent so here we share a few tips to pick the right coach for you!
We hope you enjoyed this episode. If you have any questions or suggestions reach out to us on IG!
Aaron - https://www.instagram.com/Coach_Wheeler_/
Jake - https://www.instagram.com/SmartFitness.Coach/
In this episode, we discuss the basics for Fat Loss and why you shouldn't overcomplicate it too much! As well as debunking common misconceptions and sharing with you our experiences!
We hope you enjoyed this episode. If you have any questions or suggestions reach out to us on IG!
Aaron - https://www.instagram.com/Coach_Wheeler_/
Jake - https://www.instagram.com/SmartFitness.Coach/