Episode 149: Purpose, Sobriety & Adaptive Strength ft. Jared Simmons

<p></p><p>Jared Simmons joins The Powerlifter’s Den to talk about a strength journey built around more than just the total. From getting sober and finding his way back into the weight room, to decades in strength sports, coaching, gym ownership, and helping create more opportunities for adaptive athletes, Jared’s focus is on leaving the sport better than he found it. PL Den Pre-Episode Guest Questi…</p><p>We talk about training with purpose, intensity and intent, why you don’t need to be “strong enough” before entering your first meet, what truly custom coaching should look like, and the importance of bringing more adaptive athletes into strength sports. Jared also opens up about sobriety, family struggles, a broken back, and the experiences that shaped both his lifting and his outlook on life. PL Den Pre-Episode Guest Questi… PL Den Pre-Episode Guest Questi…</p><p>Follow Jared: <strong>@theplatformao</strong></p><p><strong>Sponsored by:</strong><br><strong>BarPath</strong> — a barbell tracking and analysis platform built to help lifters and coaches better understand bar speed, movement, and performance.<br><strong>Wicked Wolf Beard Co.</strong> — premium grooming products built for the strength community.</p><p>Follow <strong>@lift.smith</strong> and visit <strong>plden.com</strong> for more from The Powerlifter’s Den.</p><p></p>