Mandi and Wanda are joined by Christine Na, a seasoned weightlifter and physical therapist. Christine shares her journey from gymnastics and cheerleading to discovering her passion for weightlifting. She talks about her experiences as a competitive athlete, her transition into physical therapy, and her insights on balancing motherhood with training. Follow Christine on Instagram Apply for the Women's Scholarship for the Power & Strength Summit Sign up for the Power & Strength Summit: August 2-3 ONLINE! Follow the podcast on Instagram: @2girls1barpod Follow Mandi on Instagram: @mandimurakami @meetweekco Get coached by Mandi - schedule an athlete interview! Follow Wanda on Instagram: @wl.wanda
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22. "Late Registration"
Mandi and Wanda catch up on recent escapades across the US and chat about USAW Nationals (very briefly, because neither of them were there). Apply for the Women's Scholarship for the Power & Strength Summit Sign up for the Power & Strength Summit: August 2-3 ONLINE! Follow the podcast on Instagram: @2girls1barpod Follow Mandi on Instagram: @mandimurakami @meetweekco Get coached by Mandi - schedule an athlete interview! Follow Wanda on Instagram: @wl.wanda
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BONUS: Joshua Gibson
We are excited for our very first bonus episodes (aka dude episodes) with one of our favorite men in strength sports - Joshua Gibson. The girl and Josh talk about Dani's impressive performance at Nationals, the importance of training philosophy, and the upcoming Power & Strength Summit aimed at elevating coaching standards. Joshua also introduces a scholarship for female coaches to encourage more women to enter the strength sports field. Apply for the Women's Scholarship for the Power & Strength Summit Sign up for the Power & Strength Summit: August 2-3 ONLINE! Follow the podcast on Instagram: @2girls1barpod Follow Mandi on Instagram: @mandimurakami @meetweekco Get coached by Mandi - schedule an athlete interview! Follow Wanda on Instagram: @wl.wanda
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20. ALEXA SNYDER "Dance, Dance, Lift"
Summary In this episode of the 2 Girls 1 Bar podcast, hosts Mandi and Wanda welcome Alexa Snyder, a national-level Olympic weightlifter and nutrition coach. The conversation covers Alexa's journey from competitive cheerleading to weightlifting, her experiences with injury and recovery, and her passion for empowering women in sports. They discuss the importance of coaching, the challenges of balancing online and in-person training, and the creative outlet of vlogging. Alexa shares her insights on motivation during recovery and her goals for the future, all while maintaining a positive outlook on her journey. Sign up for the Power & Strength Summit: August 2-3 ONLINE! Follow the podcast on Instagram: @2girls1barpod Follow Mandi on Instagram: @mandimurakami @meetweekco Get coached by Mandi - schedule an athlete interview! Follow Wanda on Instagram: @wl.wanda
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19. "Higher Ed"
This one is for the girls. Join Wanda and Mandi as they discuss the intricacies of pursuing higher education and career opportunities in sports biomechanics and beyond. From the challenges of grad school applications to the serendipitous moments that shape career paths, this episode offers insights and advice for anyone considering further education or a career pivot. Learn about Wanda's journey from undergrad to PhD in sports biomechanics and the role of luck and preparation in career opportunities. Sign up for the Power & Strength Summit: August 2-3 ONLINE! Sign up for The Lift Off at HomeGymCon in Louisville on June 28th Follow the podcast on Instagram: @2girls1barpod Follow Mandi on Instagram: @mandimurakami @meetweekco Get coached by Mandi - schedule an athlete interview! Follow Wanda on Instagram: @wl.wanda
A podcast for the girls.
2 Girls 1 Bar Podcast is here for women in strength sports. We’ll talk about science and coaching but also talk about training and other life things (and obviously divulge the tea). #2g1b #2girls1barpod
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