Powerlifting & Power Ballads Podcast

Josh Rohr & Lara Sturm
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Highlighting Georgia Powerlifting & hot topics throughout the USA, we discuss the week's hypothetical "Powerlifting Situation" and give a "New Lifter Tip". We also dive into the latest news, training tips and of course music. Frequent tournaments featuring listener submitted lists, competing for prizes from our sponsors. New Episodes every Wednesday. Josh Rohr and Lara Sturm Host.

  1. 4d ago

    Ep. 251 - Regionals are filling up!

    Send us Fan Mail Josh and Lara discussing recent updates in powerlifting including Josh's attendance at the Lee Haney games in Atlanta where he enjoyed playing in bounce houses with his daughters. Josh recommended the Murder 101 series on Amazon Prime that complements the original podcast, and mentioned the USA Powerlifting website received a facelift with new mobile-friendly features and a meet day handlers resource for lifters seeking certified coaches. They reviewed upcoming Georgia meets including the Forge Classic in Alpharetta and discussed regional registration updates, noting that Southwest and Midwest Regionals still had available spots while other regions were sold out. Josh explained he had spent time compiling qualifications and alternates for Worlds competition invites, and Lara shared an odd story about the car registration process in a foreign country where they drove without insurance for a month. Team Rohr Powerlifting100% Individualized Programming, Meet Day Preparation and Live Virtual CoachingJoin the Team Rohr Training App!Proven Powerlifting Programming Use code PLBALLADSPODCAST for 25% OFF of your 1st month!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show Join our GroupMe!Follow/Direct Message us @PLBalladsPodcast on Instagram & FacebookEmail us at PLBalladsPodcast@gmail.comMore Information about the Podcast: https://solo.to/plballadspodcastThe Powerlifting & Power Ballads Podcast is co-hosted by Josh Rohr and Lara Sturm and sponsored by Team Rohr Powerlifting - for all of your powerlifting coaching and meet day handling needs. The podcast covers Georgia Powerlifting information as well as National Powerlifting news. One of our more popular segments is music, specifically 80’s music and Power Ballads.

    Ep. 251 - Regionals are filling up!

  2. Jul 15

    Ep. 250 - Bench/Equipped Nats Recap

    Send us Fan Mail Josh and Lara discussed their recent experiences at Bench and Equipped Nationals. Josh shared details about his Delta Airlines travel experience, including multiple gate changes, and reported on the performance of four lifters: Katey who won first place in the open 100+ kilo class at Bench Nationals, and Stacie, Katey, Elaine, and Laura who competed at Equipped Nationals with strong results including national records and masters divisions wins. They analyzed the competitive landscape, noting that 11 women exceeded the 475 dots threshold for pro cards and discussed strategic lifting approaches used by top competitors. The conversation concluded with Josh and Lara celebrating their podcast's 250th episode milestone and 6-year anniversary since their first episode in July 2020. Team Rohr Powerlifting100% Individualized Programming, Meet Day Preparation and Live Virtual CoachingJoin the Team Rohr Training App!Proven Powerlifting Programming Use code PLBALLADSPODCAST for 25% OFF of your 1st month!Executive Arbor Tree CareTop Rated Tree Service Serving Johns Creek & Surrounding AreasDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show Join our GroupMe!Follow/Direct Message us @PLBalladsPodcast on Instagram & FacebookEmail us at PLBalladsPodcast@gmail.comMore Information about the Podcast: https://solo.to/plballadspodcastThe Powerlifting & Power Ballads Podcast is co-hosted by Josh Rohr and Lara Sturm and sponsored by Team Rohr Powerlifting - for all of your powerlifting coaching and meet day handling needs. The podcast covers Georgia Powerlifting information as well as National Powerlifting news. One of our more popular segments is music, specifically 80’s music and Power Ballads.

    Ep. 250 - Bench/Equipped Nats Recap

  3. Jul 8

    Ep. 249 - Bench & Equipped Nationals with Josh Pet Peeves

    Send us Fan Mail In no particular order, Episode 249 covered: Bench & Equipped Nationals PreviewMale and Female Athlete of the YearThe Scorpions Conspiracy Theory revisitedSouthwest or Delta?Scuba Diving = Raw / Free Diving = Equipped?Josh's Pet Peeve with the way Flights were organized at Masters/Raw NatsTeam Rohr Powerlifting100% Individualized Programming, Meet Day Preparation and Live Virtual CoachingJoin the Team Rohr Training App!Proven Powerlifting Programming Use code PLBALLADSPODCAST for 25% OFF of your 1st month!Executive Arbor Tree CareTop Rated Tree Service Serving Johns Creek & Surrounding AreasDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show Join our GroupMe!Follow/Direct Message us @PLBalladsPodcast on Instagram & FacebookEmail us at PLBalladsPodcast@gmail.comMore Information about the Podcast: https://solo.to/plballadspodcastThe Powerlifting & Power Ballads Podcast is co-hosted by Josh Rohr and Lara Sturm and sponsored by Team Rohr Powerlifting - for all of your powerlifting coaching and meet day handling needs. The podcast covers Georgia Powerlifting information as well as National Powerlifting news. One of our more popular segments is music, specifically 80’s music and Power Ballads.

    Ep. 249 - Bench & Equipped Nationals with Josh Pet Peeves

  4. Jul 2

    Ep. 248 - The Scorpions Conspiracy & Nationals Recap

    Send us Fan Mail In this Episode, Josh and Lara discussed recent powerlifting events and music. Josh provided a comprehensive recap of Raw Nationals results, including team performances where the men's team won first place and the women's team placed third, along with individual competitor results and national records achieved. They discussed rule changes from the National Governing Body (NGB), including allowing coaches to wear hats and having assistance with knee sleeves, though Josh noted some technical issues with the new website. The conversation then shifted to Lara sharing details about a podcast called "Winds of Change" that explores a conspiracy theory about the CIA potentially influencing the Scorpions' song "Winds of Change" during the fall of the Berlin Wall. They also briefly discussed other topics including a true crime documentary and The Office.  Team Rohr Powerlifting100% Individualized Programming, Meet Day Preparation and Live Virtual CoachingJoin the Team Rohr Training App!Proven Powerlifting Programming Use code PLBALLADSPODCAST for 25% OFF of your 1st month!Executive Arbor Tree CareTop Rated Tree Service Serving Johns Creek & Surrounding AreasDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show Join our GroupMe!Follow/Direct Message us @PLBalladsPodcast on Instagram & FacebookEmail us at PLBalladsPodcast@gmail.comMore Information about the Podcast: https://solo.to/plballadspodcastThe Powerlifting & Power Ballads Podcast is co-hosted by Josh Rohr and Lara Sturm and sponsored by Team Rohr Powerlifting - for all of your powerlifting coaching and meet day handling needs. The podcast covers Georgia Powerlifting information as well as National Powerlifting news. One of our more popular segments is music, specifically 80’s music and Power Ballads.

    Ep. 248 - The Scorpions Conspiracy & Nationals Recap

  5. Jun 9

    Ep. 247 - Nationals Time!

    Send us Fan Mail Josh and Lara discussed recent powerlifting competition results, including individual performances and team awards from various meets, though they noted limitations in their ability to fully analyze the team data due to time constraints. They previewed the upcoming National Championships where seven lifters from their community will compete, including Gwen Cook, Scott Berryman, Kenny Wright, Alicia Webb, Cindy Jaeger, Kevin Cegan, and Olivia Erling. The conversation covered USA Powerlifting's decision to eliminate the "Prime Time" qualification period, which resulted in more competitors being able to qualify but also reaching capacity limits, with Josh expressing mixed feelings about the change. They also discussed proper etiquette around filming lifts in the gym, debated whether lifters should continue recording when asked to stop, and shared information about a phone holder product called "Stick It To Me" designed for powerlifters. The episode concluded with Lara sharing plans to take a freediving class as a recreational activity, and they agreed to record a recap episode about Nationals after the competition. Team Rohr Powerlifting100% Individualized Programming, Meet Day Preparation and Live Virtual CoachingJoin the Team Rohr Training App!Proven Powerlifting Programming Use code PLBALLADSPODCAST for 25% OFF of your 1st month!Executive Arbor Tree CareTop Rated Tree Service Serving Johns Creek & Surrounding AreasDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show Join our GroupMe!Follow/Direct Message us @PLBalladsPodcast on Instagram & FacebookEmail us at PLBalladsPodcast@gmail.comMore Information about the Podcast: https://solo.to/plballadspodcastThe Powerlifting & Power Ballads Podcast is co-hosted by Josh Rohr and Lara Sturm and sponsored by Team Rohr Powerlifting - for all of your powerlifting coaching and meet day handling needs. The podcast covers Georgia Powerlifting information as well as National Powerlifting news. One of our more popular segments is music, specifically 80’s music and Power Ballads.

    Ep. 247 - Nationals Time!

  6. May 28

    Ep. 246 - Joe Warpeha for USAPL Vice President!

    Send us Fan Mail Joe Warpeha, candidate for Vice President, answers questions submitted by voting members of the USA Powerlifting National Governing Board (NGB) in advance of the Vice Presidential election on June 15, 2026. Joe Warpeha VP Letter of Intent: https://drive.google.com/file/d/10xpc... Joe Warpeha USA Powerlifting Resume: https://drive.google.com/file/d/18Lft... This video may be shared with anyone but election rules state USA Powerlifting affiliated accounts may not be used to endorse candidates for elections. This includes sharing or reposting on USA Powerlifting affiliated social media accounts. 00:00 - Introduction 04:25 - Question #1: Presence/availability at national meets 12:25 - Question #2: Working/communicating with committees 19:42 - Question #3: Contributions as an innovator 22:43 - Question #3, Part 1: First-ever raw meet in state 25:32 - Question #3. Part 2: First-ever local women's meet 29:45 - Question #3, Part 3: First-ever HS meet in state 30:57 - Question #3, Part 4: Creation of state website and FB page 32:39 - Question #3, Part 5: First to propose QTs for Raw Nationals 35:16 - Question #3, Part 6: Rulebook overhaul 41:43 - Question #3, Part 7: Other technical/referee innovations 48:06 - Question #3, Part 8: History of powerlifting article 50:37 - Comment #1: Facilitating state and committee chair input 58:40 - Closing Team Rohr Powerlifting100% Individualized Programming, Meet Day Preparation and Live Virtual CoachingJoin the Team Rohr Training App!Proven Powerlifting Programming Use code PLBALLADSPODCAST for 25% OFF of your 1st month!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show Join our GroupMe!Follow/Direct Message us @PLBalladsPodcast on Instagram & FacebookEmail us at PLBalladsPodcast@gmail.comMore Information about the Podcast: https://solo.to/plballadspodcastThe Powerlifting & Power Ballads Podcast is co-hosted by Josh Rohr and Lara Sturm and sponsored by Team Rohr Powerlifting - for all of your powerlifting coaching and meet day handling needs. The podcast covers Georgia Powerlifting information as well as National Powerlifting news. One of our more popular segments is music, specifically 80’s music and Power Ballads.

    Ep. 246 - Joe Warpeha for USAPL Vice President!

  7. May 13

    Ep. 245 - How to Select the National Team

    Send us Fan Mail We are sad to report that Greg Page has passed away today, 5/13. This episode was recorded prior to finding out about Greg's passing.  In this episode, Josh and Lara discussed several powerlifting-related topics. They covered the selection process for the U.S.A. Powerlifting team for IDFPA Worlds, with Josh advocating for alternates to be selected based on DOTS points rather than just the next best total in each weight class. They also talked about upcoming coach certification courses, with deadlines of May 14th for both the online Club Coach certification and the in-person National Coach Certification. Josh provided an update on the Minnesota lawsuit settlement involving transgender athlete J.C. Cooper, though specific details about the settlement were limited. Josh and Lara reminded listeners about an ongoing call for submissions of uplifting songs, with a May 16th deadline. They concluded by discussing proper coaching practices, including a scenario about handling multiple lifters at the same meet, and shared a tip about treating the first rep in a set like it's a meet situation. Team Rohr Powerlifting100% Individualized Programming, Meet Day Preparation and Live Virtual CoachingJoin the Team Rohr Training App!Proven Powerlifting Programming Use code PLBALLADSPODCAST for 25% OFF of your 1st month!Executive Arbor Tree CareTop Rated Tree Service Serving Johns Creek & Surrounding AreasDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show Join our GroupMe!Follow/Direct Message us @PLBalladsPodcast on Instagram & FacebookEmail us at PLBalladsPodcast@gmail.comMore Information about the Podcast: https://solo.to/plballadspodcastThe Powerlifting & Power Ballads Podcast is co-hosted by Josh Rohr and Lara Sturm and sponsored by Team Rohr Powerlifting - for all of your powerlifting coaching and meet day handling needs. The podcast covers Georgia Powerlifting information as well as National Powerlifting news. One of our more popular segments is music, specifically 80’s music and Power Ballads.

    Ep. 245 - How to Select the National Team

  8. May 6

    Ep. 244 - Dr. Lori Davidson: Powered by Transformation

    Send us Fan Mail This podcast episode featured Dr. Lori Davidson discussing her nonprofit organization Powered by Transformation, which uses strength training as a tool for recovery from substance use disorder and other mental health challenges. Dr. Davidson shared her personal journey through recovery and how strength training helped her overcome addiction, leading her to conduct a PhD dissertation on the topic. She explained the organization's two main programs - Fit Recovery, which works with inpatient treatment facilities, and Purple Barbell, which provides ongoing support through gym memberships and career development. The discussion covered Dr. Davidson's research methodology, including a study of 7 stages of transformation through strength training, and how the nonprofit operates with limited resources while working with treatment facilities to create supportive environments. The episode concluded with plans for a follow-up recording and discussion of potential collaboration opportunities, including board positions and equipment donations. Stay tuned to the very end (after the credits) for the blooper reel. Lori Davidson, PhD, HS-BCP, TIWL drlori@pbyt.org https://pbyt.org/ LinkedIn Instagram Facebook Support the show Join our GroupMe!Follow/Direct Message us @PLBalladsPodcast on Instagram & FacebookEmail us at PLBalladsPodcast@gmail.comMore Information about the Podcast: https://solo.to/plballadspodcastThe Powerlifting & Power Ballads Podcast is co-hosted by Josh Rohr and Lara Sturm and sponsored by Team Rohr Powerlifting - for all of your powerlifting coaching and meet day handling needs. The podcast covers Georgia Powerlifting information as well as National Powerlifting news. One of our more popular segments is music, specifically 80’s music and Power Ballads.

    Ep. 244 - Dr. Lori Davidson: Powered by Transformation
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Highlighting Georgia Powerlifting & hot topics throughout the USA, we discuss the week's hypothetical "Powerlifting Situation" and give a "New Lifter Tip". We also dive into the latest news, training tips and of course music. Frequent tournaments featuring listener submitted lists, competing for prizes from our sponsors. New Episodes every Wednesday. Josh Rohr and Lara Sturm Host.

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  • Creator
    Josh Rohr & Lara Sturm
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    251
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Powerlifting & Power Ballads Podcast
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