Lift History

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Produced by VintageWeightsPGH, the Lift History Podcast explores strength history and physical culture to include modern companies and people making history! Rob discusses everything from vintage weights and old time strongman to new releases and home gym related news.

  1. 01/24/2025

    Ep. 19 Weider Deep Dish Weight Plate History with Alex Scogs

    Alex Scogs joins me to discuss the history and allure of vintage Weider Deep Dish Olympic Weight Plates. We also discuss collecting vintage weights and Alex’s new custom, vintage themed power rack from Black Widow Training Gear and Beltfed Strength. You can find Alex at https://www.instagram.com/lexluchador?igsh=amtwYWI2djZ0NmN0. 🚨$2,500 plus Prizes🚨 The HomeGymCon Grip Strength Championship is June 27, 2025 and features the Saxon Bar as the first of four events. Info ➡️ https://ironpodium.com/browse/event/home-gym-con-grip-championship?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaYDRdlT7qx1w37vBJ0-dVjiCu2qzcAjYcESeETACaV4CjoEw7IJGiO4loE_aem_t0TKTeitqN5xHFv43Sx4YA 👇Support the Channel by Using Links: 🙏 Shop for Anything on Amazon: https://amzn.to/40orjqq ⚖️ Are your weight plates accurate? Do they weigh what they should? Vintage Gainz DIY Weight Calibration Plates are on sale at Micro Gainz! https://microgainz.com/collections/vintage-gainz 🏠 Save 10% on tickets to Home Gym Con 2025 with code vintage: https://garage-gym-experiment.myshopify.com/products/2025-homegymcon 🏋️‍♀️New gym equipment affiliate links and codes. Shop with my links and save money! https://www.vintageweightspgh.com/shop #oldweightsnewgains   #vintageweightspgh #vintageweights #basementgym #vintage #gymhacks #homegym #garagegym #homefitness #fitness #exercise #garagegymlife #homegymlife #gymequipment #gym #gymmotivation #gymlife #gymlover #gymworkout #weightlifting #weighttraining #lifting #workout #workoutmotivation #athomeworkout #benchpress #deadlift #squat #muscles #strengthtraining #fitnessmotivation #fitnessjourney #workoutroutine #workouttips #powerlifting #strongman #crossfit #olympicweightlifting #powerlifter #oldtimestrongman #bodybuilding #bodybuilder

    1h 10m
  2. Ep. 18 Strength History Books I've Read Recently | Mighty Atom, Weider, Sandow

    06/21/2024

    Ep. 18 Strength History Books I've Read Recently | Mighty Atom, Weider, Sandow

    These are the books about strength history I’ve read recently. I loved some and didn’t like others. If you decide to pick up a copy of one, using the links below will support the channel. Thank you! The Mighty Atom by Ed Spielman https://amzn.to/3zeIBOr Encyclopedia of Underground Strength Training by Zach Even-Esh https://amzn.to/3XEM4jg Dinosaur Training by Brooks Kubick https://amzn.to/3RCPQG2 The Perfect Man by David Waller (Eugene Sandow Biography) https://amzn.to/3z6ObCi Brothers of Iron by Joe and Ben Weider https://amzn.to/3Xz3oGK The Faithful Executioner by Joel F. Harrington https://amzn.to/3VwQp5t ⚖️ Are your weight plates accurate? Do they weigh what they should? Vintage Gainz DIY Weight Calibration Plates are on sale at Micro Gainz! https://microgainz.com/collections/vintage-gainz 🏠 Save 10% on tickets to Home Gym Con 2025 with code vintage: https://garage-gym-experiment.myshopify.com/ 👕 Deep Dish Weight Plate and VintageWeightsPGH Shirts for Sale! https://vintageweightspgh.myspreadshop.com/ 👇Support the Channel by Using Links: 🙏 Shop for Anything on Amazon: https://amzn.to/40orjqq 🏋️‍♀️ Mayhem Strength - Save with code Vintage https://gymbrofitness.com/?mayhemaffilate=vintagepgh 💪AbMat - Save 15% with code vintage: https://abmat.com/#a_aid=vintage 💸Obsidian Ammonia - Save 15% with code Vintage15: https://hypedust.com/VINTAGE15 🏋️‍♀️ Barbell Rescue Brush - Save 10% with code Vintage: https://barbellrescue.com/ 🍽Plate Snacks Weight Decals - Save 10% with code Vintage: https://platesnacks.com?aff=46 🧱Wall Control Organization Panels - Save 10% with code Vintage: https://www.wallcontrol.com?aff=138 ✅ Tutorials, Strength History, and More: https://www.VintageWeightsPGH.com 👉🙏SUBSCRIBE for more VintageWeightsPGH videos 💡Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/VintageWeightsPGH/ CAUTION: This video is intended for inspiration only. There is an inherent risk to using the tools and materials featured in the video. Do so at your own risk. Safety gear such as gloves, mask, and eye protection is highly recommended. Affiliate Link Notice: I've only affiliated my channel with companies and products I use and enjoy. By shopping through my affiliate links, you will find the same pricing as if you hadn't gone through my link, but I earn a small amount of money which I put toward my channel. I always need more cleaning and restoration supplies, and I plan to build a work bench in my garage soon. Thank you so much for shopping by clicking through my affiliate links! #OldWeightsNewGains #VintageWeightsPGH #vintageweights #homegym #basementgym #LiftWithIntegrity #LiftHistory#VintageGainz #homegym #basementgym #garagegym #gym #weighttraining #physicalculture #ironhistory #weightlifting #vintageweights #strongman #bodybuilding #powerlifting #crossfit #fitness #exercise #barbell #homegymlife #homegyms #homegymadvice #homegymhacks #gymhacks #gymhack

    11 min

  3. 06/20/2024

    Ep. 17 Vintage Barbells & Globe Dumbbells Q&A Responses

    Take a little drive and hear my response to some questions a while back on vintage barbells and globe dumbbells in this short episode of Lift History Podcast. ⚖️ Are your weight plates accurate? Do they weigh what they should? Vintage Gainz DIY Weight Calibration Plates are on sale at Micro Gainz! https://microgainz.com/collections/vintage-gainz 🏠 Save 10% on tickets to Home Gym Con 2025 with code vintage: https://garage-gym-experiment.myshopify.com/ 👕 Deep Dish Weight Plate and VintageWeightsPGH Shirts for Sale! https://vintageweightspgh.myspreadshop.com/ 👇Support the Channel by Using Links: 🙏 Shop for Anything on Amazon: https://amzn.to/40orjqq 🏋️‍♀️ Mayhem Strength - Save 10% with code Vintage https://gymbrofitness.com/?mayhemaffilate=vintagepgh 💪AbMat - Save 15% with code vintage: https://abmat.com/#a_aid=vintage 💸Obsidian Ammonia - Save 15% with code Vintage15: https://hypedust.com/VINTAGE15 🏋️‍♀️ Barbell Rescue Brush - Save 10% with code Vintage: https://barbellrescue.com/ 🍽Plate Snacks Weight Decals - Save 10% with code Vintage: https://platesnacks.com?aff=46 🧱Wall Control Organization Panels - Save 10% with code Vintage: https://www.wallcontrol.com?aff=138 ✅ Tutorials, Strength History, and More: https://www.VintageWeightsPGH.com 👉🙏SUBSCRIBE for more VintageWeightsPGH videos 💡Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/VintageWeightsPGH/ CAUTION: This video is intended for inspiration only. There is an inherent risk to using the tools and materials featured in the video. Do so at your own risk. Safety gear such as gloves, mask, and eye protection is highly recommended. Affiliate Link Notice: I've only affiliated my channel with companies and products I use and enjoy. By shopping through my affiliate links, you will find the same pricing as if you hadn't gone through my link, but I earn a small amount of money which I put toward my channel. I always need more cleaning and restoration supplies, and I plan to build a work bench in my garage soon. Thank you so much for shopping by clicking through my affiliate links! #OldWeightsNewGains  #VintageWeightsPGH #vintageweights #homegym #basementgym #LiftWithIntegrity #LiftHistory#VintageGainz #homegym #basementgym #garagegym #gym #weighttraining #physicalculture #ironhistory #weightlifting #vintageweights #strongman #bodybuilding #powerlifting #crossfit #fitness #exercise #barbell #homegymlife #homegyms #homegymadvice #homegymhacks #gymhacks #gymhack

    17 min
  4. Ep. 16 History of Dan Lurie & Old Iron Talk with Noam | How to Find & Collect

    05/10/2024

    Ep. 16 History of Dan Lurie & Old Iron Talk with Noam | How to Find & Collect

    Noam and I discuss the history of bodybuilder and weight manufacturer, Dan Lurie. We go through the various weight plates made by Dan Lurie and discuss his relationship with Joe Weider. Noam also shares some interesting vintage weights stories about Jackson globe dumbbells and gives some advice on how to score old weights. You can follow Noam on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/if_these_weights_could_talk?igsh=bjNwMjNkb3FrbTJs Books & Movies Referenced in this Episode: (Purchasing through links helps the channel!) 📚 Heart of Steel: The Dan Lurie Story by Dan Lurie with David Robson ➡️ https://amzn.to/4bcv7Rd 📚 Brothers of Iron: Building the Weider Empire by Joe Weider ➡️ https://amzn.to/4bAr6pP 📚 The New Encyclopedia of Modern Bodybuilding : The Bible of Bodybuilding by Arnold Schwarzenegger ➡️ https://amzn.to/4acP6ht 🎥 Bigger: The Joe Weider Story ➡️ https://amzn.to/4bcKqcJ 🏋️‍♀️ Check out the vintage weights Facebook groups mentioned in this episode: Vintage York Barbell Owners https://www.facebook.com/share/XjnjYxbysjW2Jx85/?mibextid=CTbP7E Vintage Weights & Physical Culture https://www.facebook.com/share/bdxarZEUXYfUBztd/?mibextid=CTbP7E 👕 Deep Dish Weight Plate and VintageWeightsPGH Shirts for Sale! https://vintageweightspgh.myspreadshop.com/ ⚖️ Are your weight plates accurate? Do they weigh what they should? Vintage Gainz DIY Weight Calibration Plates are on sale at Micro Gainz! https://microgainz.com/collections/vintage-gainz 🏠 Save 10% on tickets to Home Gym Con 2025 with code vintage: https://garage-gym-experiment.myshopify.com/ 👇Support the Channel by Using Links: 🙏 Shop for Anything on Amazon: https://amzn.to/40orjqq 💪AbMat - Save 15% with code vintage: https://abmat.com/#a_aid=vintage 💸Obsidian Ammonia - Save 15% with code Vintage15: https://hypedust.com/VINTAGE15 🏋️‍♀️ Barbell Rescue Brush - Save 10% with code Vintage: https://barbellrescue.com/ 🍽Plate Snacks Weight Decals - Save 10% with code Vintage: https://platesnacks.com?aff=46 🧱Wall Control Organization Panels - Save 10% with code Vintage: https://www.wallcontrol.com?aff=138 ✅ Tutorials, Strength History, and More: https://www.VintageWeightsPGH.com 👉🙏SUBSCRIBE for more VintageWeightsPGH videos 💡Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/VintageWeightsPGH/ Affiliate Link Notice: I've only affiliated my channel with companies and products I use and enjoy. By shopping through my affiliate links, you will find the same pricing as if you hadn't gone through my link, but I earn a small amount of money which I put toward my channel. I always need more cleaning and restoration supplies, and I plan to build a work bench in my garage soon. Thank you so much for shopping by clicking through my affiliate links! #OldWeightsNewGains  #VintageWeightsPGH #vintageweights #homegym #basementgym #LiftWithIntegrity #LiftHistory#VintageGainz #homegym #basementgym #garagegym #gym #weighttraining #physicalculture #ironhistory #weightlifting #vintageweights #strongman #bodybuilding #powerlifting #crossfit #fitness #exercise #barbell #homegymlife #homegyms #homegymadvice #homegymhacks #gymhacks #gymhack

    1h 22m
  5. Ep. 15 Chris of Mutant Metals | Strength Equip Creation & Fabrication | Small Family Business | UDA | Snap-Back Roller J-Cups

    02/15/2024

    Ep. 15 Chris of Mutant Metals | Strength Equip Creation & Fabrication | Small Family Business | UDA | Snap-Back Roller J-Cups

    Mutant Metals is a family owned and operated strength equipment company in Pennsylvania, USA. Chris, the man behind Mutant Metals, talks worh me about his original creations such as the Ultimate Dip Attachment and Snap-Back Roller J-Cups. We also talk about the challenges of running a small business, the partnership with Rogue Fitness, thoughts on knurling, and the future of his company. Find more info about Mutant Metals: ➡️ https://mutantmetals.com/ ➡️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mutant_metals?igsh=MWZpb25jcjhxcTV0ZA== 🏋️‍♀️ UDA at Rogue: https://www.roguefitness.com/mutant-metals-ultimate-dip-attachments-uda 🤝 Are you a North American manufacturer looking to expand your line? If you are a manufacturer interested in working with us please contact Chris at mutantmetals@gmail.com. ⚖️ Are your weight plates accurate? Do they weigh what they should? Vintage Gainz DIY Weight Calibration Plates are on sale at Micro Gainz! https://microgainz.com/collections/vintage-gainz 👕 VintageWeightsPGH Shirts for Sale: https://vintageweightspgh.myspreadshop.com/ 🏠 Save 10% on tickets to Home Gym Con with code vintage: https://garage-gym-experiment.myshopify.com/ 👇Support the Channel by Using Links: 🙏 Shop for Anything on Amazon: https://amzn.to/40orjqq 💪AbMat - Save 15% with code vintage: https://abmat.com/#a_aid=vintage 💸Obsidian Ammonia - Save 15% with code Vintage15: https://hypedust.com/VINTAGE15 🏋️‍♀️ Barbell Rescue Brush - Save 10% with code Vintage: https://barbellrescue.com/ 🍽Plate Snacks Weight Decals - Save 10% with code Vintage: https://platesnacks.com?aff=46 🧱Wall Control Organization Panels - Save 10% with code Vintage: https://www.wallcontrol.com?aff=138 ✅ Tutorials, Strength History, and More: https://www.VintageWeightsPGH.com 👉🙏SUBSCRIBE for more VintageWeightsPGH videos 💡Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/VintageWeightsPGH/ CAUTION: This video is intended for inspiration only. There is an inherent risk to using the tools and materials featured in the video. Do so at your own risk. Safety gear such as gloves, mask, and eye protection is highly recommended. Affiliate Link Notice: I've only affiliated my channel with companies and products I use and enjoy. By shopping through my affiliate links, you will find the same pricing as if you hadn't gone through my link, but I earn a small amount of money which I put toward my channel. I always need more cleaning and restoration supplies, and I plan to build a work bench in my garage soon. Thank you so much for shopping by clicking through my affiliate links! #OldWeightsNewGains  #VintageWeightsPGH #vintageweights #homegym #basementgym #LiftWithIntegrity #LiftHistory#VintageGainz #homegym #basementgym #garagegym #gym #weighttraining #physicalculture #ironhistory #weightlifting #vintageweights #strongman #bodybuilding #powerlifting #crossfit #fitness #exercise #barbell #homegymlife #homegyms #homegymadvice #homegymhacks #gymhacks #gymhackb

    50 min
  6. Ep. 14 Jackson Barbell & Old Iron Talk with Nate from Deep Dish Globes

    01/31/2024

    Ep. 14 Jackson Barbell & Old Iron Talk with Nate from Deep Dish Globes

    Nate from @DeepDishGlobs joins me to discuss our recent Jackson Barbell weight set acquisitions, the history of Andy Jackson's weight plates, wild finds, how to find vintage weights, and other Old Iron Talk. Follow Nate on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deepdishglobes/ ⚖️ Are your weight plates accurate? Do they weigh what they should? Vintage Gainz DIY Weight Calibration Plates are on sale at Micro Gainz! https://microgainz.com/collections/vintage-gainz 👕 VintageWeightsPGH Shirts for Sale: https://vintageweightspgh.myspreadshop.com/ 🏠 Save 10% on tickets to Home Gym Con with code vintage: https://garage-gym-experiment.myshopify.com/ 👇Support the Channel by Using Links: 🙏 Shop for Anything on Amazon: https://amzn.to/40orjqq 💪AbMat - Save 15% with code vintage: https://abmat.com/#a_aid=vintage 💸Obsidian Ammonia - Save 15% with code Vintage15: https://hypedust.com/VINTAGE15 🏋️‍♀️ Barbell Rescue Brush - Save 10% with code Vintage: https://barbellrescue.com/ 🍽Plate Snacks Weight Decals - Save 10% with code Vintage: https://platesnacks.com?aff=46 🧱Wall Control Organization Panels - Save 10% with code Vintage: https://www.wallcontrol.com?aff=138 ✅ Tutorials, Strength History, and More: https://www.VintageWeightsPGH.com 👉🙏SUBSCRIBE for more VintageWeightsPGH videos 💡Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/VintageWeightsPGH/ CAUTION: This video is intended for inspiration only. There is an inherent risk to using the tools and materials featured in the video. Do so at your own risk. Safety gear such as gloves, mask, and eye protection is highly recommended. Affiliate Link Notice: I've only affiliated my channel with companies and products I use and enjoy. By shopping through my affiliate links, you will find the same pricing as if you hadn't gone through my link, but I earn a small amount of money which I put toward my channel. I always need more cleaning and restoration supplies, and I plan to build a work bench in my garage soon. Thank you so much for shopping by clicking through my affiliate links! #OldWeightsNewGains #VintageWeightsPGH #LiftWithIntegrity #VintageGainz #homegym #basementgym #garagegym #gym #weighttraining #physicalculture #ironhistory #weightlifting #vintageweights #strongman #bodybuilding #powerlifting #crossfit #fitness #exercise #barbell #homegymlife #homegyms #gympodcast

    1h 10m
  7. Ep. 13 Richard Kline, Original Trainer to the Stars! | Healthways | Film Cinema

    01/21/2024

    Ep. 13 Richard Kline, Original Trainer to the Stars! | Healthways | Film Cinema

    In 1927, Paramount Studies hired Richard Kline, a 21 year old profesional strongman, to start and run their studio gym. Hear about Kline's career with the military, exercises on the beach, developing gym equipment, and how he went on to become the first "Trainer to the Stars." 🎙️Home Gym History Podcast with Gunnar Peterson: https://youtu.be/GCgCNExI9-4?si=0Am9rYdhYp6GoHOi 🙏 Shop for Anything on Amazon: https://amzn.to/40orjqq ⚖️ Are your weight plates accurate? Do they weigh what they should? Vintage Gainz DIY Weight Calibration Plates are on sale at Micro Gainz! https://microgainz.com/collections/vintage-gainz 👕 VintageWeightsPGH Shirts for Sale: https://vintageweightspgh.myspreadshop.com/ 👇Support the Channel by Using Links: 🏠 Save 10% on tickets to Home Gym Con with code vintage: https://garage-gym-experiment.myshopify.com/ 💪AbMat - Save 15% with code vintage: https://abmat.com/#a_aid=vintage 💸Obsidian Ammonia - Save 15% with code Vintage15: https://hypedust.com/VINTAGE15 🏋️‍♀️ Barbell Rescue Brush - Save 10% with code Vintage: https://barbellrescue.com/ 🍽Plate Snacks Weight Decals - Save 10% with code Vintage: https://platesnacks.com?aff=46 🧱Wall Control Organization Panels - Save 10% with code Vintage: https://www.wallcontrol.com?aff=138 ✅ Tutorials, Strength History, and More: https://www.VintageWeightsPGH.com 💡Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/VintageWeightsPGH/ Sources: Harnisch, LM. “Hollywood Heights: Richard Kline, Physical Instructor to the Stars” The Daily Mirror, 23 Jun. 2014, https://ladailymirror.com/2014/06/23/mary-mallory-hollywood-heights-richard-kline-physical-instructor-to-the-stars/ Healthways. Health-Strength and Body Building with Bar Bells and Dumbells. Healthways, Inc., 1960. Healthways. Contouring the Bust… Glamorizing the Figure with Healthways Glamour Belles. Healthways, Inc., 1960. Kline, Richard. Health-Strength and Body Building with Bar Bells and Dumbells. Champion Exercisers, Inc., 1939. Affiliate Link Notice: I've only affiliated my channel with companies and products I use and enjoy. By shopping through my affiliate links, you will find the same pricing as if you hadn't gone through my link, but I earn a small amount of money which I put toward my channel. I always need more cleaning and restoration supplies, and I plan to build a work bench in my garage soon. Thank you so much for shopping by clicking through my affiliate links! #OldWeightsNewGains  #VintageWeightsPGH #LiftWithIntegrity #VintageGainz #homegym #basementgym #garagegym #gym #weighttraining #physicalculture #ironhistory #weightlifting #vintageweights #strongman #bodybuilding #powerlifting #crossfit #fitness #exercise #barbell #homegymlife #homegyms #homegymadvice #homegymhacks #gymhacks #gymhack

    37 min
  8. Ep. 12 Louis Cyr's Last Match | Old Time Strongman | Shocking End! | WSM Origin

    01/06/2024

    Ep. 12 Louis Cyr's Last Match | Old Time Strongman | Shocking End! | WSM Origin

    Louis Cyr is considered by many to be the strongest man whom ever lived, and in his time, he often was called the Strongest Man on Earth. After approximately 2,500 exhibitions and matches around the world during his career, Cyr went up against a young competitor in 1906. This episode of Lift History provides excerpts from a report of the match that turned out to be Cy’s last as well as thoughts and commentary. ➡️ Are your weight plates accurate? Do they weigh what they should? Vintage Gainz DIY Weight Calibration Plates are on sale at Micro Gainz! https://microgainz.com/collections/vintage-gainz 👕 VintageWeightsPGH Shirts for Sale: https://vintageweightspgh.myspreadshop.com/ 🏠 Save 10% on tickets to Home Gym Con with code vintage: https://garage-gym-experiment.myshopify.com/products/2024-homegymcon?variant=41427877625995 👇Support the Channel by Using Links: 🙏 Shop for Anything on Amazon: https://amzn.to/40orjqq 💪AbMat - Save 15% with code vintage: https://abmat.com/#a_aid=vintage 💸Obsidian Ammonia - Save 15% with code Vintage15: https://hypedust.com/VINTAGE15 🏋️‍♀️ Barbell Rescue Brush - Save 10% with code Vintage: https://barbellrescue.com/ 🍽Plate Snacks Weight Decals - Save 10% with code Vintage: https://platesnacks.com?aff=46 🧱Wall Control Organization Panels - Save 10% with code Vintage: https://www.wallcontrol.com?aff=138 ✅ Tutorials, Strength History, and More: https://www.VintageWeightsPGH.com 👉🙏SUBSCRIBE for more VintageWeightsPGH videos 💡Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/VintageWeightsPGH/ #OldWeightsNewGains  #VintageWeightsPGH #vintageweights #homegym #basementgym #garagegym #strongman #wsm Image Credit: https://maisonlouiscyr.com/en/louis-cyr/

    25 min
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Produced by VintageWeightsPGH, the Lift History Podcast explores strength history and physical culture to include modern companies and people making history! Rob discusses everything from vintage weights and old time strongman to new releases and home gym related news.

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  • Creator
    VintageWeightsPGH
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    19
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © VintageWeightsPGH
  • Show Website
    Lift History