On Episode #18 of Platform Ready, we speak with USPA Meet Director Maggie Kuhn. Maggie and her team are hosting the USPA National Championships in Columbus, OH on June 27-30! She talks about getting into Powerlifting, what it takes to host a large-scale meet, analytics about Nationals and much more.

On Episode 16 of Platform Ready, host Ceasar Amado talks with USPA Executive Vice President Mike Tronske. Mike's been involved with the USPA since its inception in 2010, and he gives us some insight into what it means to be Executive VP. We also talk about the growth of the USPA, our Coach Certification course, our Gym Affiliate programs' impact on the community and much more!

On episode #15, we have Lord Elliott, USPA Director of Coaches Certification, and the coach for the USPA National Team. Lord talks about the creation of the USPA Coach Certification Program and the benefits for any coach or athlete looking to improve their knowledge and skills as a Strength/Power athlete

On episode #14, we have Mike Adelmann, owner of LiftingLarge.com. Mike talks about his Powerlifting career and how LiftingLarge.com started off with just three products and has now grown to be an international resource for strength products and apparel. Mike also talks about his keys to running a successful business and how to stand out from his competitors within the industry. 

On this episode of Platform Ready, joining us is 6 time IPF World Champion Kimberly Walford. Find out how Kim transitioned from a track and field athlete into a World Champion. Hear Kim explain how after nearly 2 decades in the sport and multiples world records, she continues to draw motivation to push her limits from her family, friends, and her clients and other lifters.

On episode #12, we talk with Matt Hadden, Owner of General Leather Craft, also popularly know as Pioneer Fit, makers of custom lifting belts. Matt is also the mastermind behind the USPA Tribute Meet which is being held on August 25, 2018; a meet created to give back to the lifters. Find out more about how the Tribute Meet was created and what the process has been like. And see how you can get your own custom made belt. 

On Episode #11, we talk with Stefi Cohen. She recently competed at the Kern U.S. Open leaving with an All-Time World Record. She graduated as a Doctor of Physical Therapy, and also runs her own gym business. Listen to learn more about her journey from Venezuela to Miami, her sports background, training philosophy and how she juggles the many roles she has!

On episode #10 we talk with Dr. David Foster, Director of Sports Medicine at Southern California University. Dr. Foster gives us insight on the 5 key steps to recovering from an injury and how to work around injuries. Dr. Foster has also competed in Powerlifting for most of his life and remains active in the sport as a referee, coach, and Medical Director for the USPA. Listen now to learn more about recovering from injuries and staying healthy for a long time in the sport!

On Episode #9 of Platform Ready, we focus on the newer beginning lifters. We interview Arkady U (I’ll get the full last name for you), who recently competed at her first meet and she gives us her account of the competition and how it differed from what she thought going into it. Also host, Andy Huang, gives some advice on when and why new lifters should compete.

On Episode #8 of Platform Ready, we finish the U.S. Open series with our guest, Brandon Allen. Find out how Brandon got into the sport, how his training is structured, and how he coaches and operates his gym in Las Vegas. We also cover how he has battled back from multiple injuries and is now in a position to win his weight class at the U.S. Open.