The Platform: a Michigan High School Powerlifting Association Podcast

Christian Lopez, MHSPLA Scholarship Winner, Nouvel Catholic | The Platform Episode 8

The episode features Christian Lopez, a scholarship winner and powerlifting enthusiast, discussing his high school powerlifting journey, future plans, and favorite aspects of powerlifting. The conversation covers Christian's introduction to powerlifting, his experience in high school powerlifting, fond memories, and plans for collegiate powerlifting. Christian also shares his favorite lifts and accessories, offering advice for those considering powerlifting for the first time. Takeaways * Powerlifting journey * Collegiate powerlifting * Favorite lifts and accessories Chapters * 00:00 Christian's Future Plans and Advice

Dalton Neitzel, Northwood University | The Platform Episode 7

In this episode, Chris Whittaker and Chris Gilliam interview Coach Dalton Neitzel, the head powerlifting coach at Northwood University. They discuss the program, recruitment, financial assistance, and the university's offerings. Coach Neitzel also shares insights into the programming and training for the powerlifting team. The conversation covers the recruitment efforts and gender split of the powerlifting team, Dalton's academic failure and career shift, the challenges of coaching powerlifting, and a rapid-fire Q&A about lifting preferences and accessories. Takeaways * Powerlifting Program at Northwood University * Financial Assistance and Scholarships * Training and Programming for Powerlifting Recruitment efforts for the powerlifting team at Northwood University are focused on building a diverse and dedicated group of athletes. * Dalton's academic failure led to a valuable lesson about pursuing a career that brings fulfillment and passion. Chapters * 00:00 Programming and Training * 27:33 Rapid-Fire Q&A

Jeanne Park, MHSPLA Scholarship Winner, Troy HS | The Platform Episode 6

The podcast episode features an interview with Jeanne Park, a high school powerlifter and scholarship winner. Jeanne shares insights about her powerlifting journey, future plans, and the impact of powerlifting on her life. The conversation also covers the challenges and rewards of powerlifting, as well as the importance of community and support within the sport. Takeaways * Powerlifting offers valuable lessons in leadership and teamwork. * The powerlifting community provides support and encouragement for new lifters. Chapters * 00:00 Introduction and Podcast Promotion * 05:44 Participation in Powerlifting at West Point * 11:04 Recognition of Jeanne's Accomplishments * 17:34 Rapid Fire Speed Set Questions * 23:27 Social Media and Future Plans

Connor Birchmeier, Davenport University | The Platform Episode 5

The conversation covers the introduction and overview of the Davenport University powerlifting program, Connor's background and introduction to powerlifting, the collegiate powerlifting experience, recruiting and retaining high school athletes, and the future of powerlifting and the role of high school programs. The discussion emphasizes the importance of recruiting and retaining high school athletes for the growth of the sport and the collegiate powerlifting experience. Takeaways * Collegiate powerlifting programs offer scholarships and a comprehensive athletic experience. * Recruiting and retaining high school athletes is crucial for the growth of the sport. Chapters * 00:00 Introduction and Program Overview * 29:01 The Future of Powerlifting and the Role of High School Programs

Celleste Hallett, MHSPLA Scholarship Winner, Mesick Powerlifting | The Platform Episode 4

The episode features an interview with Celeste Hallett, a scholarship winner and powerlifting athlete from Mesick High School. The conversation covers topics such as family, hobbies, post-high school plans, the impact of powerlifting, mental toughness, fond memories, advice for new powerlifters, powerlifting as a school sport, and the growth of powerlifting at Mesick High School. The conversation delves into the importance of consistency in training and the value of overcoming failure in the sport of powerlifting. Celeste shares her experiences and insights on these key aspects of the sport, highlighting the significance of showing up, working hard, and pushing past limits. Takeaways * Powerlifting as a Sport * Impact of Powerlifting * Mental Toughness Consistency in training * Overcoming failure Chapters * 00:00 Introduction to Scholarship Winners * 07:18 Competing in Powerlifting * 12:31 Advice for New Powerlifters