Billie Asprey - Coaching with empathy

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Practical Powerlifting

John Paul Cauchi

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Interviewing some of the best and most experienced powerlifting coaches, we dive into what it's really like to compete, coach and be a powerlifter. We disentangle the over complicated theory and get to the very core of what it takes to get stronger and be competitive.

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Billie Asprey - Coaching with empathy

Practical Powerlifting

1 hour 8 minutes

2 months ago

Billie Asprey - Coaching with empathy

In this episode of Practical Powerlifting, I interview my wife, Billie Asprey, a seasoned powerlifting coach. We discuss Billie's journey into powerlifting, her coaching philosophy, and the importance of empathy in working with beginners. Billie shares her experiences in both online and in-person coaching, emphasizing the need for personal connection and understanding in the coaching process. The conversation also touches on the evolution of coaching practices, the significance of soft skills, and the future of coaching in the fitness industry.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guests
01:35 Billie's Journey into Powerlifting
04:21 Coaching Philosophy and Passion for Beginners
07:22 Breaking Down Barriers in Strength Sports
10:10 Empathy in Coaching and Relating to Beginners
13:20 The Value of Early Experiences in Sports
16:27 Navigating the Transition from Self-Taught to Coached
19:13 Evolution of Coaching Practices Over Time
22:03 The Role of Online Coaching in Modern Fitness
27:28 The Journey to Coaching
33:51 Evolution of Online Coaching
39:41 Tailoring Coaching to Individual Needs
47:02 The Role of a Coach in Motivation
47:25 Challenges of Face-to-Face Coaching
54:30 The Future of Coaching
59:51 Strengths in Working with Beginners