If you want to get stronger, perfect your technique, and see real progress in Olympic lifting, sticking to your program is non-negotiable. Here’s why jumping off track is a surefire way to stunt your gains.

Discover how the key elements of weightlifting—strength, speed, and technique—work together for optimal performance. Learn how a balanced approach can enhance your training, whether you're a beginner or advanced lifter. Ready to level up your lifting?

Ready to boost your training performance and recovery? Discover 5 simple, game-changing nutrition tips from the MWBC nutrition seminar. Start making easy, effective changes today!

Want expert coaching without needing to be in the gym every day? MWBC’s Remote Coaching offers personalized programming, in-depth technique analysis, and direct access to expert coaching—so you can lift smarter, train harder, and make real progress, no matter where you are.

Trying to teach yourself Olympic lifting? If you're stuck, frustrated, or feeling like your lifts just aren’t clicking—you're not alone. Most lifters make the same five mistakes that hold them back: not training often enough, lifting too heavy too soon, ignoring technique, lacking strength for progress, and reinforcing bad habits. The good news? These are fixable. In this blog, we break down exactly why these mistakes happen and how to start lifting smarter, not harder. Plus, we introduce Barbell Foundations—the fastest way to refine your technique, build confidence, and actually progress under the bar. If you’re serious about improving your weightlifting, this is where you start.

The Supertotal isn’t just a challenge—it’s a commitment to mastering strength, conditioning, and lifting all in one. Here’s how I’m balancing weightlifting, powerlifting, and cardio in 2025, and the key training principles making it possible.

Knowing what you should be doing vs. actually doing it—why most athletes stay stuck and how to break the cycle. Learn actionable strategies, journal prompts, and tips to align your habits with your goals

Discover why "practice makes permanent" in weightlifting. Learn how focusing on quality over quantity can improve your technique, prevent bad habits, and help you lift smarter. Tips on warm-ups, movement patterns, and intentional training for long-term success.

Discover 5 key lessons from a decade of weightlifting experience. Learn how to stay consistent, adapt your training, embrace the basics, and avoid burnout while keeping your goals on track.

Discover how to set and achieve your goals in 2025 with practical strategies on mindset, habits, and overcoming setbacks. Build momentum and crush your weightlifting goals at MWBC.

Struggling with your jerk technique? Learn how to improve your dip, drive, and catch positions, enhance timing, and boost stability for heavier, more confident lifts. Discover key exercises and tips for progress.

Discover how positive self-talk and self-compassion impact your performance, mental health, and enjoyment in the gym. Learn practical strategies to shift your mindset, build resilience, and create habits that lead to long-term success both inside and outside the gym.

Discover why effort over outcomes, always builds stronger weightlifters & humans. Learn how focusing on process thinking—time, consistency, and growth—empowers lifters at every level to achieve their goals while building resilience, strength, and community.

Don’t let the festive season derail your weightlifting progress! Learn how to stay consistent, plan smarter, and keep building strength—even when life gets chaotic. At Melbourne West Barbell Club, we’ve got tips, tools, and a community to help you finish the year strong and start 2025 ready to crush your goals.

Don’t wait for the New Year to move the needle. Discover how MWBC helps you build strength, stay consistent, and finish 2025 strong—starting today.