Show Notes
After a brief hiatus, Jessie Stemo and I are back! This week, we dive into the art of meet week preparation — from tapering, warm-ups, and attempt selection to the mental side of competition.
Jessie shares her perspective on building confidence and helping athletes manage nerves on competition day. We also touch on her international career — from youth Pan-Ams to lifting in Russia and Japan — and the balance between type 1 fun and type 2 fun that defines weightlifting.
If you’re a coach preparing lifters for the platform, or an athlete looking to perform your best under the lights, this conversation will give you both practical strategies and perspective from decades of experience.
Enjoy.
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