The ZAO Strength Podcast

Jim Elli

Our mission is to teach you how to become strong for life.

  1. 08/28/2023

    Seba Returns: Intuitive Training in Practice

    On this episode of The ZAO Strength Podcast, we chat with powerlifting coaches Tyson Eckel, Seba Ehmann, and Jim Elli about implementing Intuitive Training with their athletes. This is the fourth episode in our series exploring Intuitive Training for strength sports. Tyson, Seba, and Jim give us insight into how they utilize Intuitive Training principles in their own training and coaching. We discuss how they determine training load, handle fatigue management, modify programs based on readiness, and individualize training for each lifter. The coaches explain how Intuitive Training provides a framework for athletes to tap into their innate wisdom about what their body needs day-to-day. This allows powerlifters to train in tune with their bodies for better progress and injury prevention. Tune in to hear Tyson, Seba, and Jim share real-world examples of Intuitive Training from their experience coaching national and world-class powerlifting champions! You'll come away with practical tips you can apply for your own Intuitive Training journey. Watch the video version on youtube @ www.youtube.com/Zaostrength ZAO Strength Youtube: https://youtu.be/OUFVva5i6PI?si=TAHrrfFxtP3aYVs1 ZAO Strength Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zaostrength/ Jim Elli's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jim.zaostrength/ Tyson Eckel's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tyson.zaostrength/ Seba Ehman's Instagram https://www.instagram.com/seba.zaostrength Seif's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seif.zaostrength

    1h 30m

  2. 05/31/2023

    The Resurgence of Auto-Regulation with Jake Remmert from Data Driven Strength

    Coach Jim Elli and Jake from Data Driven Strength discuss how and why auto-regulation principles, combined with getting helpful feedback from athletes, can help coaches optimize their athletes' strength development programs. Auto-regulation is making a comeback, and we want you to be ready and able to take advantage of it when you're ready. ZAO Strength Youtube: https://youtu.be/OUFVva5i6PI?si=TAHrrfFxtP3aYVs1 ZAO Strength Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zaostrength/ Jim Elli's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jim.zaostrength/ Tyson Eckel's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tyson.zaostrength/ Seba Ehman's Instagram https://www.instagram.com/seba.zaostrength Seif's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seif.zaostrength

    1h 8m

  3. 04/07/2023

    Intuitive Training and The Art of Mastery with Michael Chernin

    In this episode of the ZAO Strength Podcast,  coaches Jim Elli and Tyson Eckel bring back guest Michael Churnin to discuss the art of mastery  the realm of strength sport. Additionally, we dive deeper into what it means to train intuitively if your intention is to become a master of your craft. We had a lot of fun with this one so make sure to share it with your friends if you enjoyed listening! ZAO Strength Youtube: https://youtu.be/OUFVva5i6PI?si=TAHrrfFxtP3aYVs1 ZAO Strength Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zaostrength/ Jim Elli's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jim.zaostrength/ Tyson Eckel's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tyson.zaostrength/ Seba Ehman's Instagram https://www.instagram.com/seba.zaostrength Seif's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seif.zaostrength

    1h 10m

  4. 02/04/2023

    A Beginners Guide To Intuitive Training Part 1

    Join Tyson Eckel and Jim Elli as we discuss how to design a program based on intuition. We will explore how intuition can be used to solve complex problems, how to create a program framework that embraces intuition, and where to start if you've never done something like this before. You can tune in each week to learn how to design a program based on your intuition and creativity. ZAO Strength Youtube: https://youtu.be/OUFVva5i6PI?si=TAHrrfFxtP3aYVs1 ZAO Strength Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zaostrength/ Jim Elli's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jim.zaostrength/ Tyson Eckel's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tyson.zaostrength/ Seba Ehman's Instagram https://www.instagram.com/seba.zaostrength Seif's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seif.zaostrength

    1h 36m

  5. 12/14/2022

    Does Muscle Growth REALLY Increase Strength? (ft. Dr. Samuel Buckner)

    In this episode, coaches Seba Ehmann and Jim Elli welcome Dr. Buckner from the University of South Florida. Research focuses on skeletal muscle adaptation, and his current work emphasizes enhancing understanding of the effects of blood flow restriction on muscle size. Dr. Buckner has 60 papers published in peer-reviewed journals, and in 2012 was the Guinness World Record holder for the most consecutive 90-degree pushups.  On this podcast, we discuss some common myths which are often magnified in the powerlifting community, how to implement effective training strategies for muscle growth, and the intricacies of individualized training for optimal performance. ZAO Strength Youtube: https://youtu.be/OUFVva5i6PI?si=TAHrrfFxtP3aYVs1 ZAO Strength Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zaostrength/ Jim Elli's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jim.zaostrength/ Tyson Eckel's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tyson.zaostrength/ Seba Ehman's Instagram https://www.instagram.com/seba.zaostrength Seif's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seif.zaostrength

    1h 43m

  6. 11/17/2022

    Strength Speaks with Michael Chernin

    Thank you for your patience. It's been 4 months since our last podcast upload. We are happy to bring to you this absolute gem of content to help you dig deep into your powerlifting brain. We had the pleasure of speaking with Mike Churnin who recently wrote a book titled "strength speaks" to learn how powerlifters and strength athletes think about their training journey.  Enjoy :) ZAO Strength Youtube: https://youtu.be/OUFVva5i6PI?si=TAHrrfFxtP3aYVs1 ZAO Strength Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zaostrength/ Jim Elli's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jim.zaostrength/ Tyson Eckel's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tyson.zaostrength/ Seba Ehman's Instagram https://www.instagram.com/seba.zaostrength Seif's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seif.zaostrength

    1h 15m

  7. 08/09/2022

    Left Powerlifting, The Black Panthers, and Revolutionary Training with Jacob Lynch

    In this Episode, Olympic Weightlifter, ex-rugby player, powerlifter, and powerlifting coach Jacob Lynch joins ZAO Strength Coach Jim Elli to discuss the realities of the powerlifting Left. is powerlifting really an "individual" sport, or is it dependent on the comradery of our fellow community members? Later we shift to discussing what it's like to be black in the strength community, and how these concepts intertwine into many of the struggles we face outside of the gym today.  ZAO Strength Youtube: https://youtu.be/OUFVva5i6PI?si=TAHrrfFxtP3aYVs1 ZAO Strength Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zaostrength/ Jim Elli's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jim.zaostrength/ Tyson Eckel's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tyson.zaostrength/ Seba Ehman's Instagram https://www.instagram.com/seba.zaostrength Seif's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seif.zaostrength

    1h 12m

  8. 07/12/2022

    Learning from Mistakes with Ben Wharton

    I began working with Ben Wharton in November of 2018. Working with Ben taught me more about coaching than I had learned in 3 years. The first competition that mattered to him... IPF Worlds 2019 in Sweden was a disaster. Nothing went to plan. Strength was down, tears were had, we needed to make a change. We listened to the data, and made an incredible comeback into the European Championships in 2019 in Lithuania. Our last competition together before the Covid-19 Pandemic started. Buckle up, this ride is a bit shaky! ZAO Strength Youtube: https://youtu.be/OUFVva5i6PI?si=TAHrrfFxtP3aYVs1 ZAO Strength Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zaostrength/ Jim Elli's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jim.zaostrength/ Tyson Eckel's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tyson.zaostrength/ Seba Ehman's Instagram https://www.instagram.com/seba.zaostrength Seif's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seif.zaostrength

    1h 22m
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Our mission is to teach you how to become strong for life.

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  • Creator
    Jim Elli
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2023
  • Episodes
    27
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2026 The ZAO Strength Podcast
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