{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Practical Powerlifting","title":"Alex Hayes - Growing a coaching brand and succeeding over a decade","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":5409,"description":"In this episode, I interview Alex Hayes, a prominent powerlifting coach from Sydney. We discuss Alex's journey into powerlifting coaching, the evolution of the sport in Australia, and the importance of practical experience over theoretical knowledge. Alex shares insights on the value of in-person coaching, the challenges of online coaching, and the significance of game day coaching. The conversation emphasises the need for coaches to develop their intuition and understanding of athletes, as well as the importance of collaboration and continuous learning in the coaching profession.\nWe delve into the intricacies of coaching in powerlifting, focusing on competition logistics, communication strategies, and the importance of understanding lifters' individual goals and mentalities. We discuss the evolution of their coaching philosophies, the significance of adapting communication styles to different lifters, and the common mistakes coaches make. The conversation also highlights the importance of building a community within online coaching and the need for coaches to balance pushing their athletes while supporting their personal journeys.\n00:00 Introduction to Powerlifting Coaching\n01:52 The Evolution of Powerlifting in Australia\n04:35 Coaching Experience and Background\n07:28 The Importance of In-Person Coaching\n10:42 Learning Through Experience and Mentorship\n13:28 The Role of Communication in Coaching\n16:25 The Slow Burn of Coaching Success\n19:27 Theoretical vs Practical Knowledge in Coaching\n25:53 The Importance of Practical Experience in Coaching\n27:51 Simplifying Coaching Metrics and Tracking\n29:54 The Balance Between Data and Intuition\n31:52 Finding Your Coaching Style and Recipe\n37:34 The Art of Game Day Coaching\n41:15 Learning from Experience and Mistakes\n47:51 Communication Strategies on Game Day\n53:19 Respecting Lifters' Goals and Experiences\n58:33 Balancing Coaching and Performance\n59:41 Understanding Lifters' Goals\n01:01:22 The Cost of Commitment in...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/lO46Iov5DEQ3dRPkXtH2tfI7okaLhwM27V4IxHv5PcE/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS81MWRl/NDBjOTcwZGQ5MWMz/NzhjYWM0Y2I1Yjcw/MGM2Yi5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}