The Power of Lifting Podcast

A man full of power joins the podcast, Mr. Parry Markle. After realizing he needs to gain some strength to keep up with others on the football field, Parry took up weight lifting. Ever since his start in the weight room, he has been hooked! High school weight lifting then led to collegiate powerlfiting, which led to national and world records. Listen as Parry describes how to gain strength and hit big numbers. Also here how the former undercover police officer experienced the LA riots…

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On episode #18 of The Power Of Lifting Podcast we welcome long time friend and client of Eric’s, Paulie Campbell! As a professional drug free bodybuilder, and coach, Paulie knows fitness and the power that comes from living a healthy lifestyle. Paulie’s passion for helping others achieve their goals has lead to him starting Coach Paulie LLC. With his partner he is also opening a gym where his clients can achieve their wildest fitness dreams. 

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We are kicking off Season 2 of The Power Of Lifting Podcast with a bang! Co-founder of Clickfunnels and overall great guy, Russell Brunson joins us on the show. It was an honor to talk with him about life, fitness, business, and of course power. Russell believes we all have purposes in this life to serve others and his passion is serving entrepreneurs. Follow along as we hear about his life as a nationaly ranked wrestler, businessman, author, father, and more. 

Read all about Russell and his mission at https://www.russellbrunson.com/hi

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Season 1 has offically come to an end and we couldnt be more grateful for what The Power Of Lifting Podcast has become! On this episode we talk about our favorite moments from this past season and the biggest takeaways from our guests. We can't thank our guests enough for their time and sharing about what makes them such powerful people. Finally, Thank you all for your support of this podcast and our vision for sharing unique stories from people that live extraordinary lives. 

For any feedback on this last season, or recommendations for the seasons ahead, please email us at hunter@themeccagym.com or leave your comments in the comment boxes below. 

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We were honored to sit down with Kris Gethin, founder and CEO of Kaged Muscle Supplements on our 15th episode! Kris is truly a man of power with many accomplishments (or "works in progress" as he would describe them). Kris has traveled much of the world spreading his knowledge of fitness and health. He has done this by; writing for fitness magazines, opening gyms in India, collaborating with the worlds top bodybuilders, and starting a supplement line built on truth and real ingredients. Follow along with us as Kris shares his secrets to being healthy and powerful!

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www.kagedmuscle.com
www.krisgethin30dayshred.com
www.instagram.com/krisgethin
www.facebook.com/krisgethin
www.twitter.com/kagedmuscle
www.youtube.com/krisgethin
www.tiktok.com/krisgethinofficial
www.healthkik.com

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The meal prep queen herself, and owner of Ava Flavas, Ava Harren joins us on the podcast! It was a blast getting to talk food and business ownership with such a powerful individual. Ava shows each day her ability to problem solve and create amazing food for her clients. Ava has been all over the country cooking and baking, including cooking for Gordan Ramsey on Hell’s Kitchen, Young Guns!

“If you missed Ava in the season premiere of Hell’s Kitchen, you can catch-up on Tubi, FOX’s free streaming service, or Hulu. New episodes air Monday nights at 8/7c on FOX!”

Follow and order your next set of meals from Ava Flavas at avaflavas.com

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Ava Harren - @avaflavasllc and @avaharren
Eric Cafferty - linktr.ee/EricCafferty
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You woud be hard pressed to find a person as powerful in mind and body as Dr. Daniel Noonan. As a Cardiac Electrophysiologist at St. Lukes Hospital, Dr. Noonan knows what it takes to overcome extreme challenges. Not only in his own life, but in the lives of people he treats every day. Listen as Dr. Noonan shares his experiences through medical school and supporting a family, as well as talk about his passion for learning and teaching. Life can seem very duanting and progress can seem out of reach, but as Dr. Noonan prescribes, “just get 1% better each day” and your success will follow. 

Follow Dr. Noonan’s Podcast “Head to Heart” with the link below and check it out on all podcast platforms. 

@weareheadtoheart

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Dr. Daniel Noonan - @dkpnoonan

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Nick Holt's fitness resume is no joke! From competing in over 40 competitions, to being one of the original minds behind the Kaged Muscle brand, Nick knows his stuff. Currently you will find Nick sharing his knowledge through his love of teaching and giving back. Listen as Eric and Nick talk bodybuilding, nutrition, mindset, and fasting. Nick is the author of "The Fasting Plan" and shares his unique insights on fasting and its benefits. 

To learn more about Nick, you can visit his website at www.theleanblueprint.com or follow him on instagram at https://www.instagram.com/thenickholt/?hl=en

Eric Cafferty - linktr.ee/EricCafferty
The Mecca Gym - linktr.ee/themeccagym

We are pleased to welcome our very first endurance athlete to the podcast, but not just any endurance athlete. Carolyn Olsen is the #1 triathlete in her age group in the world, yes you read that right, the world! Carolyn shares her insights into what is means to be powerful as an edurance athlete, business woman, coach, and overall person. Buckle up folks, this one will get you itching to get out there and crush your goals. 

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Carolyn Olsen - Olsen.olsen87 

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Kaycee Cafferty wears many hats; realtor, bodybuilder, track athlete, mother, and wife to the main man himself, Eric Cafferty! It was an honor to talk with Kaycee and hear about her amazing accomplishements, including earning her pro card in figure, and a D1 track scholarship. Also hear her side of the Mecca’s story and the difference she has made in not only Eric’s life but the lives of everyone she comes in contact with. Oh and some quality relationship advice is always good to hear!

Kaycee Cafferty - @realestatebykaycee
Eric Cafferty - linktr.ee/EricCafferty
The Mecca Gym - linktr.ee/themeccagym

Coach Maria Wert is known for many things, from her personal training knowledge, to her relentless work ethic to help her clients. There is another subject though that Maria has a true passion for, and that is food! If you look up the word foodie, you will see the name Maria Wert. Combining her love of fitness with her love of food, Maria has built a reputatin of creating delicious meals and desserts but won't break the caloric bank. Listen to Eric and Maria chat over their love of all different kinds of foods, and describe how you can lead a healthy lifestyle while still enjoying the tastier things in life. 

Try some of Maria’s famous, macro friendly meals and desserts in her cookbooks!
https://www.myfitness.studio/shop

Maria Wert - @myfitness.studio_

Eric Cafferty - linktr.ee/EricCafferty

The Mecca Gym - linktr.ee/themeccagym

Kaylia is a well known and loved client of Eric's and member of Team Mecca! As stated at the beginning of the episode Kaylia has earned the reputation of being an incredibly hard worker and prime example of a bodybuilding athlete. She is currently on her way to earning her pro card in the bikini division of bodybuilding and has the Mecca's full support behind her. Have you ever wondered what a bodybuilders life is like behind all the show make-up and jewelry? Kaylia doesn't hold back and tells you what it takes to become the best version of yourself, in anything you want to accomplish!

Kaylia Rhodes - @kayliarhodes
Eric Cafferty - https://linktr.ee/EricCafferty
The Mecca Gym - https://linktr.ee/themeccagym

Questions about personal training or fitness in general please visit the link below to talk with one of our expert trainers. 
https://www.themeccagym.com/schedule-a-free-consultation/

Coach Marlon Carson is The Mecca Gym's Head Strength and Conditioning coach and an overall very powerful gentleman! His love of competition and
training, combined with his traditional education set the framework of his scientifically based programming and coaching practices today. At this
point in his coaching career he has worked with athletes competing in the sports of golf, football, basketball, Highland games, strongman,
powerlifting, endurance athletes, skiing, bodybuilding, bikini competitors, as well as clients seeking general health and wellness. If you are looking
for a coach that applies scientific practices and principles to help you achieve any of your fitness goals, Coach Marlon Carson is your man.

A military veteran, father, husband, hunter, and farmer Micah Andersen lives his life to the fullest! He lives his life with real power and strength that very few can understand. After retiring from the military he moved his family to Idaho and owns a farm that he tends to morning and night. He enjoys his meat and enjoys earning it by raising or hunting it. Spending time with his family and expanding his knowledge of history are other very important aspects of his life. We should also mention he does all of this from  a wheelchair!


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Coach Laura Pulkinen has over 10 years experience working with many different individuals in both a gym and clinical setting. She is currently a trainer and the health and wellness coordinator at The Mecca Gym.  As a Certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist Laura shares her knowledge of creating a healthy lifestyle through hard work and having fun.  Her passion is helping people realize their potential and break through barriers they never thought they could break through.

Follow Laura and reach out for a free consultation!
Instagram - @laura.iycymfitness
Email - laura@themeccagym.com

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On Episode #4 of The Power Of Lifting Podcast we talk with a truly powerful women and friend! Sheryl has been through her share of battles, but has never let fear stop her from reaching her goals, and lifting others up! It's truly impossible to feel down around Sheryl, listen for yourself to find out why!

Sheryl Deigert - @sheryl_deigert

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Known to many as Doc Thor, Dr. Kaleb Redden shares with us how he has grown in power, not only in the gym but in all aspects of his life! From battling through medical school, to competing on the Titan Games with Dwayne Johnson, Dr. Redden proves consistency and a positive mindset can change your life. 

On episode #2 of The Power Of Lifting Podcast we have the pleasure of interviewing Boone Bartlome. Day in and day out he shows what true power is, and does it all from a wheelchair. Boone shares his incredible story of unexpected injury and his journey of overcoming what most would describe as a life shattering experience. You are not going to want to miss a second of Boone’s powerful message to the world!

Boone Bartlome;
Instagram - @boone_bartlome
All Try - all-try.com

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On our premiere episode of the Power Of Lifting Podcast, we talk with the owner and head trainer of The Mecca Gym, Eric Cafferty. Co-hosts Eric Cafferty and Hunter Dennis dive into Eric's life and what power means to him personally and how the power of lifting has shaped his life. Join us each week as we interview special guests who tell us all about how they live a powerful life, and how they have accomplished amazing things!