LIFTALK
Host Alex Hayes brings in guests to discuss all things strength sports. Presented by City Strength HQ.
Episodes
Jun 18, 2026
Jun 18, 2026
54 min
LIFTALK is back with a Pre-Team Champs recording. A few weeks ago, Alex was nursing an injury, so Claudia and Alex decided to jump in and record a podcast all about dealing with injuries.
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Jun 2, 2026
Jun 2, 2026
35 min
Alex, Kelvin and Claudia are back on LIFTALK to discuss the upcoming Team Champs competition hosted by The Strength Fortress in Victoria. Defending their title, our three hosts will represent Process Powerlifting Club in the premier bracket on day 2.
Find the full competition information on @tsfteamchamps on Instagram.
May 14, 2026
May 14, 2026
52 min
In episode 80 of LIFTALK, Kelvin and Alex are joined by Zach Torrevillas (@zt_output). Zach brings his coaching and comp experience to this episode and talks about how to stay positive in powerlifting, creating wins and "locking-in".
Apr 30, 2026
Apr 30, 2026
50 min
Alex and Kelvin are back on LIFTALK to discuss why everyone is rushing in powerlifting and how comparison might be affecting your progress.
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Apr 24, 2026
Apr 24, 2026
55 min
LIFTALK is back with another special guest! This week, we are joined by Jack Hamilton @compoundtn. Alex and Jack discuss what powerlifters can learn from nutrition, how to have fun while competing and what has changed in their training over the years.
Apr 16, 2026
Apr 16, 2026
56 min
LIFTALK is back this week with special guest Bec Chambers. Bec is a powerlifting coach and part-owner of Paragon Strength & Performance. On this episode, Alex and Bec discuss the topic of Quitting Powerlifting, Failing Lifts and Avoiding Burnout.
You can find Bec's socials at @becchambersfit & @paragon.sp
Apr 9, 2026
Apr 9, 2026
42 min
Are you in a training slump? Well... this week on LIFTALK, Alex and Kelvin have you covered as they dive into some of the reasons why your training sucks right now.
Mar 26, 2026
Mar 26, 2026
48 min
Kelvin and Claudia take the reins of episode 75 of LIFTALK. They dive into navigating your twenties as a powerlifter and how they juggle competing, working, running a small business, and still having time to enjoy their twenties.
Mar 12, 2026
Mar 12, 2026
1hr 44 min
This week, Alex is joined by repeat special guest Jason Clarke (@jasonvclarke_nsbb) - NZ Powerlifting Head Coach and owner of North Shore Barbell.
The two discuss the differences in how various nations approach Powerlifting training and share their thoughts on what’s underrated or overrated in the sport.
Mar 5, 2026
Mar 5, 2026
43 min
We are back to regular programming here at LIFTALK with the gang back together! Kelvin takes the host chair this week and has 3 questions to ask...
- What exercise would they do for the rest of their life (and what would they never do again)? - Have they ever thought about quitting powerlifting? - What do they still struggle with as a coach and lifter?
Chapters:Intro // 00:00One exercise they would do for the rest of their life? // 00:50One exercise they would never do again? // 07:57Have they ever considered quitting powerlifting? // 10:32What do they still struggle with in powerlifting? // 28:40