Physical Preparation Podcast Archives - Robertson Training Systems

Physical Preparation Podcast Archives - Robertson Training Systems

Mike Robertson

The Physical Preparation Podcast is designed to help trainers, coaches and athletes take their performance to the next level. Featuring some of the brightest minds in our industry, we'll dive in to deconstruct smart training, and help you or your athletes maximize results!

Gen Pop Training, In-Season Program Design, and Increasing Income (February Q&A)

Gen Pop Training, In-Season Program Design, and Increasing Income (February Q&A)

Well my friends it’s been a hot minute, but we’re BACK with a new Q&A podcast! Now in the past when I’ve done these, I’ve always posted to IG and hoped (prayed!) that my core audience would see it and ask their questions. But this time I decided to get smart, sent it out to my newsletter list, and we got an absolute TON of awesome questions. In this episode we cover everything from increasing your income, to in-season training, to force plate testing, to gen pop prog

Feb 21, • 1:13:26

5 Reasons You’re Feeling Stuck in the Fitness Industry

5 Reasons You’re Feeling Stuck in the Fitness Industry

As an adult, it’s NORMAL to feel stuck at certain points in your career… …and I believe this is even more true in the fitness industry than others! Look, I’m 24 years in and I know there were numerous times along the way I felt like I was making zero progress. Couldn’t get a job out of college. Only working with broken people in a rehab job I hated after that. Grinding for hours on end doing in-home training. But rather than complain about everything that’s wrong,

Feb 14, • 52:09

Stephen Calarco on Building a Fitness Business, Continuing Education and Investing in Yourself

Stephen Calarco on Building a Fitness Business, Continuing Education and Investing in Yourself

So back in my 2024 Review/2025 Preview Podcast, I mentioned making some stylistic changes to the podcast. You got a little bit of that a few weeks ago, when I released my solo show focused on creating a stable of ideal clients. And today you’re going to get yet another format – an open-forum, barbershop style discussion with my guy Stephen Calarco! I’ve known Stephen for years and have a ton of respect for him, so he was an easy choice for my first “guest host” style show. And in this episode,

Feb 7, • 1:03:59

AI and the Evolution of Fitness Coaching with Steven Webster

AI and the Evolution of Fitness Coaching with Steven Webster

As a kid, I remember being enamored with tech and what the future could hold. Whether it was watching digital tennis instructors in movies like Total Recall, or imagining actually being IN your favorite video game, I knew the future was going to be pretty awesome. And with today’s episode, it feels like the future is NOW! A lifelong entrepreneur, technologist, martial artist and coach, Steven Webster is the CEO & Founder of ASENSEI, the leading technology that uses motion capture and

Jan 31, • 1:02:00

3 Steps to Creating a Stable of Ideal Clients and Athletes

3 Steps to Creating a Stable of Ideal Clients and Athletes

Most “high level” trainers and coaches don’t like to talk about this, but we’ve ALL had crappy clients and athletes over the years. The person who is never motivated to train. Late cancels all the time (but doesn’t want to get charged). And literally sucks the life out of you every time they’re in the gym. But have faith my friend, because there’s a better way! In this show, I’m going to give you 3 steps every trainer and coach should take to crea

Jan 24, • 50:26

Unlocking the Secrets of Vertical Jump Training with Tyler Ray

Unlocking the Secrets of Vertical Jump Training with Tyler Ray

Do you work with athletes who want to improve their vertical jump? Are you curious about the differences between 2-leg and 1-leg jumping? Or how the best dunkers of all time approach their jump training? If so, you’re going to LOVE today’s episode! Tyler Ray is a former professional dunker and a true expert in the space of vertical jump training. His business is a combination of education for trainers and coaches like us, but he still work

Jan 17, • 1:10:52

RTS and IFAST 2024 Year in Review and 2025 Preview

RTS and IFAST 2024 Year in Review and 2025 Preview

I don’t know about you, but it felt like 2024 absolutely BLEW BY. Maybe it’s just my age or everything I have going on, but it definitely seemed to be here and gone faster than most. So whenever a year wraps up, I like to take some time, decompress, and really get clear on my personal and professional life. What’s going well? What needs to improve? And how can I make the upcoming year my best year EVER? Well in this week’s

Jan 10, • 54:32

Eric Guthrie on Hiring Great People, Developing Coaches, and the Biz of Collegiate S&C

Eric Guthrie on Hiring Great People, Developing Coaches, and the Biz of Collegiate S&C

Have you ever thought about the BUSINESS SIDE of collegiate strength and conditioning? For instance, how do you go about hiring high-quality staff? How do you develop them and ensure they’re growing while under your tutelage? And how the heck do you decide what to spend money on? Well lucky for us, today’s guest has experience doing all of this! Eric Guthrie joined George Washington in 2021 and is responsible for overseeing the sports performance department and working directly with Gymnastics

Dec 20, 2024 • 1:01:59

Fit Over 40: Adjusting Your Training, Recovery and Mindset to Enhance Your Health

Fit Over 40: Adjusting Your Training, Recovery and Mindset to Enhance Your Health

How should our training change or evolve as we age? Is it time to hang up the old lifting shoes and take up stamp collecting? Or can we still get in the gym and get after it? Well if you’re over 40 (or getting there faster than you’d like), then this is the episode for you! In this week’s podcast, we’re going to cover a ton of concepts to help you stay strong, lean and athletic well into your 40’s and beyond. Whether it’s dialing in your

Dec 13, 2024 • 52:48

Dr. Jeremy Bettle on Vitality, Training High Performers and Reimagining Healthcare

Dr. Jeremy Bettle on Vitality, Training High Performers and Reimagining Healthcare

Have you ever thought about how we can improve the healthcare system in our country? Maybe you got hurt, and didn’t have the ability to finish physical therapy. Maybe you realize that truly proactive healthcare starts with foundational elements like exercise, nutrition and recovery versus doctors visits and medication. Or maybe in a worst case scenario, you’ve lost a loved one to cancer or heart disease, simply because they were diagnosed too late. Well if you’ve ever thought there has to be a

Dec 6, 2024 • 1:16:25

Dylan Carmody on Understanding Anatomy to Optimize Performance and Health in the Lower Leg

Dylan Carmody on Understanding Anatomy to Optimize Performance and Health in the Lower Leg

If you’ve been following pro sports lately, it seems like every week an athlete from the NFL, NBA or MLB is dealing with a calf strain, or even worse, rupturing their Achilles tendon. And while you can obviously go to IG or TikTok and pick up some cool new exercises, I think it’s far more important to have a really good understanding of the lower leg anatomy, how to assess it, and from there how to train it effectively if we want to make a real impact in improv

Nov 29, 2024 • 1:06:34

Dr. Jim Stoppani on Science-Backed Training and Nutrition for Fat Loss

Dr. Jim Stoppani on Science-Backed Training and Nutrition for Fat Loss

If you’re of a certain age, you’ll remember the days of going to the grocery or drug store, heading over to the magazine rack, and flipping through the latest issue of Muscle and Fitness or Flex to see how guys like Arnold, Dorian Yates or Ronnie Coleman trained. Because in the 90’s and early 2000’s, before online website like T-Nation and Elite FTS really started to hit

Nov 22, 2024 • 1:27:26

Dr. John McMahon on The Future of Force Plates in Athletic Performance

Dr. John McMahon on The Future of Force Plates in Athletic Performance

It seems like everybody and their mother is talking about force plates these days. And I’m obviously guilty of it myself…but only because I feel like force plates are the single-most impactful thing I’ve added to my coaching in the past five years. But what if you’re not a sports scientist – how do you get started? What tests should you use? And what metrics should you be looking at? Well if you’re curious at all about force plates

Nov 15, 2024 • 1:26:57

Matt Wenning on Breaking World Records and the Desire to Be the Best

Matt Wenning on Breaking World Records and the Desire to Be the Best

How many people do you know that have a Ph.D. in kinesiology and are also World Record Holders in any physical domain? Other than the immortal Dr. Fred Hatfield I can’t think of many – well other than today’s guest! Dr. Matt Wenning is a world-renowned speaker and consultant, and has broken number world records in both raw and equipped powerlifting. Quite simply this guy has talked the talk AND walked the walk – and today you’re going to ge

Nov 8, 2024 • 1:18:08

Miguel Aragoncillo on Uncomfortable Situations, Data for Decision Making, and Being in the Room

Miguel Aragoncillo on Uncomfortable Situations, Data for Decision Making, and Being in the Room

What are the biggest differences between the private sector and professional sports? How do move seamlessly across sports with vastly different training cultures? And can you cheer for the Yankees when you work for the Red Sox? If you’ve ever pondered these questions before, then you’re going to LOVE today’s episode with Miguel Aragoncillo! Miguel Aragoncillo is an assistant strength and conditioning coach in the Boston Red Sox organization. Befo

Nov 1, 2024 • 1:05:13

Luka Hocevar and Andy McCloy on Building the Life You Want and a Gym that Lasts

Luka Hocevar and Andy McCloy on Building the Life You Want and a Gym that Lasts

What can I even say about this episode? If you want to be a more successful trainer or fitness business owner, then this is the show for you. With close to 50 years of combined knowledge, Andy and Luka are not only two of my best friends, but guys that have worked tirelessly to not […] The post Luka Hocevar and Andy McCloy on Building the Life You Want and a Gym that Lasts appeared first on Robertson Training Systems.

Oct 25, 2024 • 1:18:48

The Physical Prep Podcast Random Episode: October 2024

The Physical Prep Podcast Random Episode: October 2024

The last couple of weeks have been, “busy,” to say the least. I flew out to Seattle last Wednesday at 7 am, in an effort to get there and spend time with Luka and Joel before the seminar started on Thursday. (Plus, I worked every second of the way in an effort to get a […] The post The Physical Prep Podcast Random Episode: October 2024 appeared first on Robertson Training Systems.

Oct 18, 2024 • 47:16

James Collins on Session RPE, Neuromuscular Fatigue, and the Science of Training Load in Soccer

James Collins on Session RPE, Neuromuscular Fatigue, and the Science of Training Load in Soccer

What happens when common sense fails us? Or maybe doesn’t tell us the whole story? Let me give you an example… I would assume if an athlete went out and played their most intense soccer match EVER, that they’d be more fatigued, which would increase their risk of injury, and/or would have poor force plate jumps after that match. And while that absolutely might happen – it also might NOT. So why is that? Well, that’s why we have today’s guest on the show!James Collins hails from Dublin, Ireland,

Oct 11, 2024 • 45:55

Andrew Paul on the Art of Performance Management and the Rhythm of Life in the NBA

Andrew Paul on the Art of Performance Management and the Rhythm of Life in the NBA

I’m going to be really honest here…writing the intro for this podcast was REALLY HARD. After all, what do you focus on when the ENTIRE SHOW is so freaking good? Whether it’s talking about training autonomy, N=1 training, the art of performance management, different archetypes and training buckets, or the role of pure strength and force development in basketball, there’s so much good info here I don’t know where to start. But all that is thanks to today’s amazing guest – Andrew Paul. Andrew is i

Oct 4, 2024 • 1:20:57

Adam Loiacono on Acute Injuries, Respecting Biology, and the Bell Curve of Return to Play

Adam Loiacono on Acute Injuries, Respecting Biology, and the Bell Curve of Return to Play

Imagine this scenario…you’re watching a sporting event, and an athlete gets injured. Maybe it’s something minor like a sprained ankle, or maybe something more severe like a hamstring pull or ACL tear. Have you ever wondered, what does the medical staff do right then? And how does that initial 24-48 hours set up the entire return to play process going forward? Well if you’re interested in how acute phase rehab blends into performance training, and then how we eventually work as a team to get tha

Sep 27, 2024 • 1:20:11

Victoria Saucedo on Training Autonomy, Trickle Down Buy-In, and the Importance of Details in College Hoops

Victoria Saucedo on Training Autonomy, Trickle Down Buy-In, and the Importance of Details in College Hoops

If you’re interested in training basketball players, evolving their workouts as they age, or learning how to create a CULTURE of training in the basketball space, you’re going to love this week’s episode. Born and raised in SoCal, Victoria Saucedo played softball at Utah State where she received a Bachelors degree in Human Movement Science. From there she had stops at NAU, St. Louis University, Wake Forest and VCU before finally landing as the Associate Sports Performance Coach for women’s bask

Sep 20, 2024 • 1:01:07

Joel Jamieson on Longevity, Preventing Cardiovascular Disease, and Training the Individual

Joel Jamieson on Longevity, Preventing Cardiovascular Disease, and Training the Individual

If you want to live a longer, healthier life, you’re going to LOVE today’s episode! Joel Jamieson is not only a great friend, but someone that has really started to make a mark in the longevity space. He was recently featured on Dr. Peter Attia’s podcast where they took a deep dive into everything HRV. But you may know him as a trusted expert in strength, conditioning, and energy systems for combat sports. His book, Ultimate MMA Conditioning, is one of the best S&C reads of all time, and he’s s

Sep 13, 2024 • 58:20

Jay DeMayo on Jump Training, The Role of Relaxation, and Getting Bouncier

Jay DeMayo on Jump Training, The Role of Relaxation, and Getting Bouncier

You ever have that old friend that – whether it’s been 5 months or 5 years – whenever you talk it just feels easy and natural? Well I definitely have a few of them, and one of those guys is Jay DeMayo. And if you’re interested in jump training and how to help your athletes jump higher, you’re going to love this week’s episode! Jay is in his 22nd year as a strength and conditioning coach at the University of Richmond, and his 20th year working with the men’s basketball team in 2024-25. And while

Sep 6, 2024 • 1:14:17

Charles Ashford on Nutrition Periodization and Dialing in Body Comp for Basketball Players

Charles Ashford on Nutrition Periodization and Dialing in Body Comp for Basketball Players

As strength or performance coaches, it’s easy to focus all of our energy on training. Because sure we want to help our athletes get bigger, faster and stronger – but what if they’re doing all the hard work in in the gym, yet not taking care of business in the kitchen? Kobe was famous for saying that NUTRITION was the last arrow in his quiver – the final thing he could do to put the icing on the cake of his game. So if you want to learn more about how proper nutrition can help you build better b

Aug 30, 2024 • 1:14:12

August 2024 Q&A: Starting a Fitness Biz, Off-Season Basketball, and How to Ask for a Raise

August 2024 Q&A: Starting a Fitness Biz, Off-Season Basketball, and How to Ask for a Raise

Okay my friend – we’re BACK! It’s been a hot minute since we did a Q&A episode (almost a year, if you’re keeping track), so I knew it was time to make this happen. I absolutely love doing these episodes, because any time I can serve YOU, it makes me feel good on the inside […] The post August 2024 Q&A: Starting a Fitness Biz, Off-Season Basketball, and How to Ask for a Raise appeared first on Robertson Training Systems.

Aug 23, 2024 • 45:41

Vince Gabriele on Marketing, Lead Generation and Lifetime Customer Value in Your Fitness Business

Vince Gabriele on Marketing, Lead Generation and Lifetime Customer Value in Your Fitness Business

If you want to grow your fitness business, or dream of someday opening your own gym, then THIS is the podcast for you. Vince Gabriele is the author of 11 books – all written to help gym owners grow their business. After running his New Jersey gym for 13 years (that he still owns today) he now helps gym owners become great business owners so they can enjoy life in the fitness industry. He founded and owns 4 companies: Gabriele Fitness, Grit Athlete Performance, Fitness Business University and KI

Aug 16, 2024 • 1:12:05

Rick Franzblau on Bucketing Athletes, Arm Care, and Reverse Engineering the Sport of Baseball

Rick Franzblau on Bucketing Athletes, Arm Care, and Reverse Engineering the Sport of Baseball

In this day and age, how do you find ways to truly “stand out” as a strength and conditioning or performance coach? Why is it important to understand the game, and then work backwards when designing a training program? And how do you know when what started off as “good” adaptations have actually started to NEGATIVELY IMPACT your athletes? If you’ve ever thought about any of these questions, then you’re going to love today’s episode! Rick Franzblau has spent close to 20 years at Clemson Universi

Aug 9, 2024 • 1:02:41

Erik Huddleston on Sport-Specificity, Adaptability and Co-Working with Athletes in the NBA

Erik Huddleston on Sport-Specificity, Adaptability and Co-Working with Athletes in the NBA

If you’ve ever followed an NBA season, you might think that once the regular season or playoffs are over, that the performance coaches get to take a 2, 3 or even 4 month break before getting back into that pre-season grind. But unfortunately, that’s just not the case. In fact, in most cases once the season is done, a whole new set of responsibilities emerge – and we’re going to lean into that topic today with my guy Erik Huddleston. Erik is currently a sports performance coach for the Indiana P

Aug 2, 2024 • 1:14:16

Andrew Ryland on Shared Mental Models, Integrated Shoulder Work, and Fighting Giant Humans

Andrew Ryland on Shared Mental Models, Integrated Shoulder Work, and Fighting Giant Humans

Football and rugby may be two of the most violent – and exciting – sports on the planet today. So how do you go about preparing young athletes for these sports? How do you get them prepared for the physical nature and brutality they’ll be exposed to on the field? And how can you make sure that the best overall athletes stay in the game long enough to show what they can REALLY do? Well luckily for you, my guy Andy Ryland and I are going to cover all that in today’s show! Andy is USA Football’s s

Jul 26, 2024 • 1:30:39

Mike Irr on Mountaintop Goals, Embracing Change and Life in the NBA

Mike Irr on Mountaintop Goals, Embracing Change and Life in the NBA

What is life REALLY like in the NBA? What are the pros and cons of being in that space? And if you ever leave, what’s it like transitioning into the private training space? If you’ve ever wondered about any of these questions, today’s guest is uniquely qualified to answer all of them! Mike Irr is the owner of Alpha Athletic Development, a private training facility in Atlanta. But prior to his time there, he also spent over a decade in the league – with stops in Chicago, Charlotte, Golden State,

Jul 19, 2024 • 1:09:34

Tyler Koch on How to Build an Elite Fighter Pilot

Tyler Koch on How to Build an Elite Fighter Pilot

Okay serious question – have you ever pondered what the training is like for fighter pilots? Maybe it’s just me, but as a young kid growing up watching Top Gun I always wondered what training looked like for guys like Maverick, Goose, Iceman and Slider…and somehow I just knew it probably took more than just playing beach volleyball! And today, we’ve got someone that can really help us shed some light on this topic! Tyler Koch has over 13 years of experience in the field of Human Performance. Mo

Jul 12, 2024 • 1:06:50

Lucy Hendricks on Listening, Empathy and Effective Communication in the Gym

Lucy Hendricks on Listening, Empathy and Effective Communication in the Gym

If you’re interested in learning more about soft skills, or how to really communicate with your clients and athletes, THIS is the show for you. Lucy Hendricks is the co-owner Enhancing Life gym in Lexington, Kentucky. Here, she’s created a sanctuary for people sidelined from exercise due to pain, chronic disease, autoimmune issues, or sedentary lifestyles. Her gym takes an individualized approach, meeting clients where they are physically and mentally, and focuses on removing barriers and reduc

Jul 5, 2024 • 57:38

The IFAST Basketball Insider’s Q&A Call

The IFAST Basketball Insider’s Q&A Call

If you train basketball players, this show is for you! This was our first FREE IFAST Basketball Insider’s Q&A call, and once everyone gets over the fear of asking me questions, I think it’s pretty darn good. We discuss all sorts of relevant topics – from speed training, to conditioning, to better long-term hoops development – that I think every strength and conditioning coach can relate to. So without any further ado, let’s dive in!   Teach them to close out in a balanced manner and find their

Jun 28, 2024 • 1:06:00

Hunter Eisenhower on the Force System, Superpowers and Kryptonite in Basketball Players

Hunter Eisenhower on the Force System, Superpowers and Kryptonite in Basketball Players

Hopefully we’ve all learned this by now, but you simply CANNOT train basketball players like powerlifters, or even football players. With the unique demands of the game, all the stopping, starting, and change of direction, the need to move horizontally AND vertically, you need a broad mix of physical qualities if you want to build a powerful, explosive and resilient hooper. And that’s why I’m so excited to have Hunter Eisenhower on the podcast today! Hunter is the Associate Head Coach for Sport

Jun 21, 2024 • 1:11:51

Dr. Rob Bell on Mental Toughness, Waiting to Win, and the Myth of Icing the Kicker

Dr. Rob Bell on Mental Toughness, Waiting to Win, and the Myth of Icing the Kicker

Have you ever found yourself muttering something like… “I can’t wait for _____” OR do you maybe struggle with being patient? If so, welcome to the club – and today’s guest might just be able to help us out! Dr. Rob Bell is a noted sport psychology coach, author, and speaker. He has spoken to the NFL, PGA, Marriott, and Walgreens, and has written 8 books on Mental Toughness. And his latest release is titled “ I Can’t Wait to Be Patient” (and the fastest way top get there). Rob has worked with 3

Jun 14, 2024 • 1:02:44

Danny Foley on the Ins and Outs of Fascial-Based Training

Danny Foley on the Ins and Outs of Fascial-Based Training

If you’ve been on the social media lately, there’s a lot of buzz about fascia. Fascial training. “Elastic athletes.” But what does all that mean? And how does it really impact how you might program or coach an athlete? If these are questions you have as well, then you’re going to love today’s podcast with Danny Foley. Danny is entering his tenth year as a high-performance coach and injury management specialist. Throughout his career, Danny has predominantly worked with high level athletes who a

Jun 7, 2024 • 0:00

Jeremy Koenig on Understanding Your Genome, AI, and the Future of Sports Performance

Jeremy Koenig on Understanding Your Genome, AI, and the Future of Sports Performance

What does the future of strength and conditioning look like? Are we still talking in generalities about set, reps and rest periods? OR are we digging deeper into how each individual’s make-up determines how they should be training and recovering? Well without giving it away – I definitely think hyper specialization is on the horizon, and that’s why I’m so excited to have Dr. Jeremy Koenig on the show today. Dr. Koenig is a leader in integrating genomic insights into healthcare, emphasizing ecos

May 31, 2024 • 0:00

Scott Charland on Networking, Negotiating Pay, and Being Successful at Any Level of S&C

Scott Charland on Networking, Negotiating Pay, and Being Successful at Any Level of S&C

Here are some questions every trainer and coach should be asking themselves: What are the pros and cons to the different levels of strength and conditioning? As a strength coach, how do you find a work-life balance? And perhaps most importantly, how do you know what you’re REALLY worth? Well if you’ve ever pondered any of these questions before, you’re going to love today’s interview with Scott Charland! Scott currently serves as the Manager of Human Performance for Parkview Sports Medicine i

May 24, 2024 • 0:00

10 Keys to Successful Basketball Strength & Conditioning

10 Keys to Successful Basketball Strength & Conditioning

I’m going to start this one off with a bold statement: I don’t love where the industry is at with regards to training basketball players. Now before you get all pissed off and click away, hear me out. These young men and women are playing more games than ever before. Yes we’re getting them “in the gym” – but are we putting too much of an emphasis on pure “strength” development? And last but not least, how can we evolve our own programs to best prepare them for the sport? If your goal is to thin

May 17, 2024 • 45:18

Cameron Josse on Sprint Training, Neural Outputs, and Football Specific-Speed

Cameron Josse on Sprint Training, Neural Outputs, and Football Specific-Speed

Cameron Josse is an Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach for football at Auburn University. Before joining the Auburn Tigers, Cameron served as an Athletic Performance Coach for football at Indiana University. And his journey in sports performance began with a 7-year stint at DeFranco’s Training Systems, where he held the position of Director of Sports Performance from 2014-2020. In this episode of the show, we dive into a bunch of fun topics, but they all revolve around a central theme – SP

May 10, 2024 • 57:38

Joe Kenn on R7, Training Around Injuries, and How to Improve High School S&C

Joe Kenn on R7, Training Around Injuries, and How to Improve High School S&C

You know some guests really need no introduction, but in case you’re unfamiliar with Joe “Big House” Kenn, let me fill you in real quick on this guys’ rap sheet…. He’s a 30+ year vet of the strength and conditioning game. He’s worked – and had success – at every level of physical preparation, from high school to the pros. He spent 9-years in the NFL with the Carolina Panthers, which included a trip to Super Bowl 50. And to my knowledge, he’s the ONLY COACH to be named NSCA Strength Coach of the

May 3, 2024 • 1:26:47

10 Random Thoughts on Training, Coaching and Professional Development

10 Random Thoughts on Training, Coaching and Professional Development

I’m always thinking about coaching. Whether it’s hanging out in the gym, watching my kids play with their friends, or just watching sports and TV, I’m constantly thinking about the role we play in other people’s lives. But as one person in this great big world, how do we have the biggest impact on the clients and athletes we coach? How can we not only help them, but in turn, make ourselves feel more successful along the way? These are some of the main themes and tenets in this week’s podcast, a

Apr 26, 2024 • 45:44

Tony Gentilcore on Gym Ownership, Evolving Your Coaching, and the Value of Consistent Training

Tony Gentilcore on Gym Ownership, Evolving Your Coaching, and the Value of Consistent Training

Tony Gentilcore has done a few things in our industry. He’s a prolific writer, traveled the globe to speak, and was one of the co-founders of Cressey Sports Performance and worked there as a coach from 2007-2015. And his newest venture includes opening The Core Collective, where his goal is to bring trainers, coaches and physical therapists all under one roof to help better serve their clients and athletes. In this show, Tony and I talk about the power of consistent training, how his philosophy

Apr 19, 2024 • 1:00:14

Lee Taft on Plyo Steps, Lateral Running, and the Power of the Heels

Lee Taft on Plyo Steps, Lateral Running, and the Power of the Heels

In my humble opinion, Lee Taft might be the true GOAT of multi-directional speed. While Lee primarily works as a consultant these days, over his storied career he’s owned his own facility numerous times, coached at virtually every level of sport, and perhaps more importantly has coached just about every type of athlete under the sun – all which gives him a truly unique approach and understanding of speed development. In this episode, we take a deep dive into numerous areas of speed development

Apr 12, 2024 • 1:05:58

Spring Break 2024: Q1 Review and Q2 Goals for RTS and IFAST

Spring Break 2024: Q1 Review and Q2 Goals for RTS and IFAST

One thing I’ve really focused on over the past couple of years is what some might describe as “radical transparency.” While many people on social media are out there creating a highlight reel on the front-end but suffering miserably on the back-end, my goal is to give you real insights into both my personal and professional life, so you can see what it’s really like to have a family, run your own business, and attempt to do all the things. So in today’s episode, we’re going to reflect on my pre

Apr 5, 2024 • 34:17

Matej Hocevar on Soccer Programming, Return to Play, and the Role of the S&C Consultant

Matej Hocevar on Soccer Programming, Return to Play, and the Role of the S&C Consultant

Husband. Father. World traveler. And coffee aficionado. All those things describe my good friend Matej Hocevar, and I’m beyond excited to have him back on the podcast. Matej Hocevar is the co-founder and co-owner of VigorGround, a fitness and performance facility in Ljubljana, Slovenia. He is a lead educator for the UEFA football fitness licences and UEFA coaching licences in the field of strength and conditioning for the Slovenian Football Association and head of rehab and consultant for the 1

Mar 29, 2024 • 1:00:47

Matt Aldred on Drop Landings, Wearable Resistance, and Being Dangerous at Everything

Matt Aldred on Drop Landings, Wearable Resistance, and Being Dangerous at Everything

If you train basketball players and want to take their health and performance to the next level, you’re going to love this episode! Matt Aldred is in his sixth season at Furman and was promoted to assistant head coach and director of basketball health and performance in August of 2023. Beyond basketball, Matt also handles the strength and conditioning programs for men’s golf, and men’s and women’s cross country. But let’s be honest – this show is all about hoops! Today we’re going to cover why

Mar 22, 2024 • 54:09

Dr. Greg Wells on 24-Hour Athletes, The Habit-Clearing Vacation, and the Power of 1 Full Breath

Dr. Greg Wells on 24-Hour Athletes, The Habit-Clearing Vacation, and the Power of 1 Full Breath

As trainers and coaches, we love to talk about training… …but why does it feel like we still under-value the importance of recovery? Well if you’re looking for ways to clear the mental fog, recover more efficiently, and really take your game to the next level, you’re going to love this week’s episode of the podcast! For Dr. Greg Wells, health and performance, particularly under extreme conditions, are personal and professional obsessions. As a scientist and physiologist, he has dedicated his ca

Mar 15, 2024 • 1:17:40

Dylan Gutheil on the Art of Exercise Selection, Developing Coaches, and NOT Niching Down

Dylan Gutheil on the Art of Exercise Selection, Developing Coaches, and NOT Niching Down

Passionate about sports since childhood, Dylan Gutheil played football and rugby in high school and continued his rugby career at Springfield College, where he earned a degree in Exercise Science. Dylan started personal training right out of college for 5 years until he got frustrated with the corporate training environment and decided there was a better way to deliver coaching that could have a bigger impact on more people’s lives. And in 2016 his former college classmate and rugby co-captain,

Mar 8, 2024 • 51:52

Andy McCloy on His Coaching Journey, Building a Legacy Business, and Outworking Your Self Doubt

Andy McCloy on His Coaching Journey, Building a Legacy Business, and Outworking Your Self Doubt

Have you ever struggled or doubted yourself as a coach? Wondered if you were smart enough to really get results? Or maybe thought that everyone else out there was doing a better job than you? Well welcome to the club – because both myself and today’s guest have felt the same way at one point in time! Andy McCloy is the owner of Body Creations, Inc in Huntsville, Alabama, where they train athletes of all ages and sports including football, basketball, baseball, mixed martial arts (MMA), wrestlin

Mar 1, 2024 • 1:10:31

Eric Cressey on Load vs. Capacity, “Sticky” Businesses, and the 8-Week Magic Mark in Rehab

Eric Cressey on Load vs. Capacity, “Sticky” Businesses, and the 8-Week Magic Mark in Rehab

What has Eric Cressey NOT accomplished in his career? He’s the President of Cressey Sports Performance, and the Director of Player Health and Performance for THE New York Yankees. And of course he’s a published author, internationally renowned speaker, and the host of the Elite Baseball Development podcast. But perhaps most importantly to me, Eric is someone that I’ve grown up in this industry alongside, and I couldn’t be happier to see his success – and to have him back on the podcast this wee

Feb 23, 2024 • 1:14:04

Austin Einhorn on 2-Week Experiments, Problem Solving and Improving Skill Development

Austin Einhorn on 2-Week Experiments, Problem Solving and Improving Skill Development

Over the last 12 years, Austin Einhorn has used critical thinking skills to solve the problems of professional athletes and Olympians. He’s a champion of problem-solving, emphasizing a teaching mindset through effective communication, authentic relationships, and practical, hands-on coaching. And in this wide-ranging interview, we touch on a ton of different topics, such as how to improve skill development in young athletes, why we’re seeing so many non-contact injuries in sport, and the role a

Feb 16, 2024 • 1:08:45

Sam Miller on Training, Testing and Quantifying Power with 3-D Resistance

Sam Miller on Training, Testing and Quantifying Power with 3-D Resistance

Sam Miller is the Founder and CEO of Proteus motion – a cutting-edge technology and training company that’s looking to fill in the gaps with how we test and train for power development. As someone that’s always looking to sharpen the saw and improve my own programming, I jumped at the chance to get Sam on the show. After watching demo videos of the Proteus I obviously wanted to talk about how we can incorporate better 3D Training with our athletes, but what I was most surprised by was how he’s

Feb 9, 2024 • 1:07:05

Alex Hubelbank on Principles, Value Systems and Player Driven Processes in Sport

Alex Hubelbank on Principles, Value Systems and Player Driven Processes in Sport

This is going to sound crazy, but it’s absolutely true… …did you ever listen to THIS PODCAST and quit your job? And not just any job – but a job with APPLE? Because as wild as that sounds, today’s guest did just that. Alex Hubelbank is an NBA consultant that appears to have lived 99 lives. She really did quit her job at Apple so she could pursue her dream of going back to physical therapy school and working in the NBA. And in this episode of the Physical Prep Podcast, we’re going to take a deep

Feb 2, 2024 • 1:21:34

Luka Hocevar on Using Deliberate Practice to Become an Elite Trainer or Coach

Luka Hocevar on Using Deliberate Practice to Become an Elite Trainer or Coach

My good friend, entrepreneur and coach, Luka Hocevar is always one of my favorite people to have on this show. When he’s not on the road or dabbling in real estate, he’s the Founder, Owner, and Operator of Vigor Ground Fitness and Performance. This Seattle-based facility focuses on helping clients achieve maximum fitness through customized programs. Additionally, Luka is a business coach who helps other coaches grow their fitness business through his mastermind program, YO! Grow Your Gym. And o

Jan 26, 2024 • 1:20:24

Rett Larson on Problem Solving Warm-ups, Ankle Durability, Deceleration and Straight-Arm Strength

Rett Larson on Problem Solving Warm-ups, Ankle Durability, Deceleration and Straight-Arm Strength

Rett Larson is the head strength and conditioning coach for the German Women’s National Volleyball team. Prior to time with Germany, he was also the head S&C coach for the Netherlands, and the Chinese Women’s Volleyball team, where he won a gold medal. In this amazing episode, Rett and I start by touching on how he originally got into physical preparation, and the wide ranging journey he’s been on. From there, we dive into topics like creating more dynamic and engaging warm-ups, how to improve

Jan 19, 2024 • 1:08:10

2024 Dreams, Goals and Aspirations

2024 Dreams, Goals and Aspirations

Well like it or not, 2024 is here. What are your dreams for the New Year? Your goals? Your aspirations? In today’s episode, I’m going to give you a behind-the-scenes look at how I outline and plan my New Year. When you consider the fact that I’m trying to move the needle across numerous aspect of my life – personal development, RTS, IFAST, IFASTU, IFAST Basketball, etc. – I think it all comes down to having a vision for all these various domains, and then getting serious about your WHY. So rath

Jan 12, 2024 • 1:09:54

Christina Chu on Building the Performance Plate and Fueling for Athletic Performance

Christina Chu on Building the Performance Plate and Fueling for Athletic Performance

Do you work with athletes? Or clients you would consider high-performers? Would you like to know the difference between diet/exercise and fueling/training? Or do you just want some real-world and practical tips to improve your nutrition? If so, you’re going to LOVE today’s episode! Christina Chu is a Chicago-based sports dietitian and CEO of Christina Chu Sports Nutrition Inc. She supports athletes from youth baseball to professional combat athletes through individual nutrition counseling and t

Jan 5, 2024 • 1:13:33

Cody McBroom on Turning the Nutritional Dials to Improve Your Body Comp

Cody McBroom on Turning the Nutritional Dials to Improve Your Body Comp

Are you looking to build muscle or shed body fat in the New Year? OR do you want to help your clients and athletes get into great shape in 2024? If so, today’s podcast with Cody McBroom is definitely going to get you started on the right foot! Cody is the Founder and CEO of the Tailored Coaching Method, an internet-based company that helps gen pop clients get into great shape via personalized training and nutrition programs. And in this episode, we’re going to break down what it REALLY takes fr

Dec 29, 2023 • 1:19:10

Don Saladino on Training Celebrities, Physical Transformation and the Business of Fitness

Don Saladino on Training Celebrities, Physical Transformation and the Business of Fitness

If you’re interested in physical transformation, training celebrities, or what it really takes to run a successful online or offline fitness business, you’re going to LOVE this new episode with Don Saladino. Don has coached actors, athletes, & musicians for over 20 years. He opened his first NYC Gym, Drive 495, in 2005. After operating brick& mortar gyms for 15 years, Don expanded to a global online fitness business. He has developed a reputation for training some of the biggest names in Hollyw

Dec 22, 2023 • 1:00:09

Allison Tenney on Building a Value-Driven and Sustainable Online Fitness Business

Allison Tenney on Building a Value-Driven and Sustainable Online Fitness Business

What does it REALLY take to be successful as an online coach? And perhaps more importantly, how do you make sure your success isn’t fleeting – but sustainable as well? If you’ve ever considered moving into the online coaching, you’re going to love this weeks episode with Allison Tenney! Allison believes that through strength training and fitness, she can help women build next-level strength, confidence, and the courage to seize their personal power. Prior to her time as an online coach, Allison

Dec 15, 2023 • 1:20:25

Evy Lyons and Ariel Paul on the Science and Practice of Palm Cooling for Faster Recovery

Evy Lyons and Ariel Paul on the Science and Practice of Palm Cooling for Faster Recovery

Are you looking to take your performance to the next level? Do you want to really tighten the screws and see how much stronger or fitter you can make your body? If so, you need to look into the science of palm cooling. And if you’ve never heard of this concept before, don’t worry – […] The post Evy Lyons and Ariel Paul on the Science and Practice of Palm Cooling for Faster Recovery appeared first on Robertson Training Systems.

Dec 8, 2023 • 1:11:27

The Who, What, When, Where, Why and How of Running Speed Camps

The Who, What, When, Where, Why and How of Running Speed Camps

Do you train young athletes? OR do you want to start training them sooner versus later? If so, I’d highly recommend you start offering speed camps to help kids get faster! Speed camps are a fantastic and cost-effective way to get new athletes into your program. And if you play your cards right, you can use them as a front-end offer to build your client base and really help take their performance to the next level. So in this episode, I’m going to break down the who, what, when, where, why and h

Dec 1, 2023 • 51:17

Dan Uyemura on Scaling Your Business, North-Star Metrics, and Making Sales Easy

Dan Uyemura on Scaling Your Business, North-Star Metrics, and Making Sales Easy

I think I know the answer to this question, but I’m going to ask anyway… …have you ever built a business that’s worth $100m? I can tell you for a fact that I have not – but I definitely want to talk to the man or woman who HAS! Which is why I’m so excited […] The post Dan Uyemura on Scaling Your Business, North-Star Metrics, and Making Sales Easy appeared first on Robertson Training Systems.

Nov 24, 2023 • 51:13

BJ Gaddour on Bodyweight Workouts, Cheat Codes and Fitness Over 40

BJ Gaddour on Bodyweight Workouts, Cheat Codes and Fitness Over 40

BJ Gaddour is the former fitness director for the Men’s Health brand, the author of Your Body is Your Barbell, and the creator of the best-selling SpeedShred and MetaShred DVD’s. He was also the first personal trainer to grace the cover of Men’s Health, the world’s largest men’s magazine. Since leaving Men’s Health in 2017, […] The post BJ Gaddour on Bodyweight Workouts, Cheat Codes and Fitness Over 40 appeared first on Robertson Training Systems.

Nov 17, 2023 • 2:00:52

Aram Grigorian on Influencers vs. Educators, Periodized Nutrition and “Earning Optimal”

Aram Grigorian on Influencers vs. Educators, Periodized Nutrition and “Earning Optimal”

It’s no secret that helping gen pop clients see success can be tough. It can seem daunting when you imagine that there’s more trainers and coaches entering our industry ever year, yet as a whole, we’re seeing a steady decline in our physical capacity and dealing with more severe chronic diseases than ever before. So I went searching for someone that would really tell me how it is, and that’s why today I’m pumped to have Uh-rom Gri-gor-ian on the podcast. A former finance bro and party boy, Aram

Nov 10, 2023 • 1:21:51

Michelle Boland on Lessons Learned in Running and Coaching

Michelle Boland on Lessons Learned in Running and Coaching

If you work with gen pop clients or runners that are struggling with nagging aches and pains, then this episode is a must-listen. Dr. Michelle Boland is a certified strength and conditioning coach with distinction and owner of Michelle Boland Training, LLC. Michelle was previously the Director of Education at a private training facility and […] The post Michelle Boland on Lessons Learned in Running and Coaching appeared first on Robertson Training Systems.

Nov 3, 2023 • 52:35

9 Pieces of Advice for Up and Coming Coaches

9 Pieces of Advice for Up and Coming Coaches

After 23 years in the game, I still feel like I’ve got a lot to learn. But over those years, I feel like I’ve accrued a lot of experience – both in training, and in life. So if you’re looking to level up as a trainer or coach, this episode is for you! Here, we’re going to cover 9 pieces of advice I would give to any up-and-coming coach who wants to continue to grow and evolve. And last but not least, the title is “up and coming” coaches versus “young coaches” – because I don’t consider myself a

Oct 27, 2023 • 49:53

Pete McCall on Programming, Periodization and Recovery for Gen Pop Clients

Pete McCall on Programming, Periodization and Recovery for Gen Pop Clients

As trainers and coaches, we love to talk about fitness. Whether it’s writing training programs, how to better coach and cue our clients, or simply nerding out about our favorite exercises, the training part of the equation is always fun. But what about the other side – what about recovery? While it’s getting more and more notoriety these days, having a better understanding of recovery is a key piece of the puzzle, and one I’m excited to talk about with today’s guest. Pete McCall is a fitness ed

Oct 20, 2023 • 1:01:17

Sean Maloney on Empowering and Building Confidence in Young Athletes

Sean Maloney on Empowering and Building Confidence in Young Athletes

Do you train young athletes? Do you want to help inspire and empower them? And do you want to help them learn how to take care of their body for a lifetime? If so you’re going to love this week’s show! Dr Sean Maloney is a strength and conditioning coach and lecturer based in Milton […] The post Sean Maloney on Empowering and Building Confidence in Young Athletes appeared first on Robertson Training Systems.

Oct 13, 2023 • 47:21

Gen Pop Programming, Flywheel Training and Breathing Exercises (October Q&A)

Gen Pop Programming, Flywheel Training and Breathing Exercises (October Q&A)

We’re BAAAACCCKKKKK! It’s been a hot minute since I did a Q&A episode, but we’ve got some great questions this time around. With topics ranging from breathing exercises, to developing training programs for gen pop athletes, to my thoughts on flywheel training, we cover a ton of ground in this episode. So enough from me – let’s do it!   If it’s possible, this was my best and the worst off-season of all-time…and that’s the best way I can explain it! – MR   This Week on the Physical Prep Podcast:

Oct 6, 2023 • 53:25

Mark Fisher on Time Management, Leadership and Evolving Your Fitness Business

Mark Fisher on Time Management, Leadership and Evolving Your Fitness Business

As fitness business owners, we all struggled during COVID – but some gym owners definitely paid a steeper price than others. While many of us were shut down 3, 6 or maybe even as long as 9 months – what would you do if you were forced to close your gym for 18(!) months? How would both you – as well as your business – have to grow and evolve during that time? Well if you’d like to know the answer, today’s guest is going to answer that very question! Mark Fisher is the co-founder of Business for

Sep 29, 2023 • 1:25:54

Eric Schmitt on Program Design and Agile Periodization in the NBA

Eric Schmitt on Program Design and Agile Periodization in the NBA

If you’ve ever wondered how to write training programs for an NBA athlete, you’re going to love this episode. Whether we’re talking about off-season development, managing the grind of an 82-game season, or bringing an injured athlete back to 100%, today’s guest has seen it all. Eric Schmitt is in his fifth year as the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach with the Memphis Grizzlies. And prior to his arrival in Memphis, he served as the Director of Sports Performance at the University of Californ

Sep 22, 2023 • 58:15

Episode #400! The Past, Present and Future of RTS and IFAST

Episode #400! The Past, Present and Future of RTS and IFAST

Can you believe it??? 400 freakin’ episodes of the Physical Prep Podcast. It’s crazy just typing that number, let alone thinking that I’ve actually recorded and produced that many shows! But here’s the thing – the goal was never to do 400 shows. The goal was to do 50-100, and then shut it down. But […] The post Episode #400! The Past, Present and Future of RTS and IFAST appeared first on Robertson Training Systems.

Sep 14, 2023 • 52:47

Les Spellman on Reverse Engineering Acceleration and Speed Development

Les Spellman on Reverse Engineering Acceleration and Speed Development

If your goal is to help your athletes get FASTER, then this is the show for you. One of America’s elite speed and performance coaches, Les Spellman has trained several Olympians as well as athletes in the NFL, NCAA, and USA rugby. Most notably, however, he has guided a large percentage of his youth athletes […] The post Les Spellman on Reverse Engineering Acceleration and Speed Development appeared first on Robertson Training Systems.

Sep 8, 2023 • 1:15:14

Bill Hartman on How Body Shapes Drive Movement and Performance

Bill Hartman on How Body Shapes Drive Movement and Performance

Have you ever wondered why some athletic endeavors come so easily to certain people? For instance, some people can just jump out of the gym. Others can run for days and never seem to tire. And some can squat or deadlift the equivalent of a compact car while barely breaking a sweat! Well if you’ve ever wondered how body shapes impact your ability to express athleticism then THIS is the show for you. Bill Hartman is known for finding solution for people in pain that have failed with other forms o

Sep 1, 2023 • 1:14:37

Neal Valera and Dennis Dunphy on Unlocking Your Mobility, Athleticism and Performance with The Stick

Neal Valera and Dennis Dunphy on Unlocking Your Mobility, Athleticism and Performance with The Stick

As you’ve gotten older, have you felt your body getting tighter? Have you lost some of that athleticism you had in your youth? Or do you just want to get back into moving and feeling great? If so, you’re going to LOVE today’s episode with Neal Valera and Dennis Dunphy. Neal is a former collegiate golfer, avid rock climber, and strength coach. Dennis is a hockey and sports nut, culinary enthusiast, and shares my love and affection for everything Marvel. And together they created Stick Mobility

Aug 25, 2023 • 56:49

Derek Hansen: Why Are We Seeing More Achilles Tendon Ruptures Than Ever Before?

Derek Hansen: Why Are We Seeing More Achilles Tendon Ruptures Than Ever Before?

Derek Hansen been working with athletes in speed, strength and power sports since 1988. Originally working in Track and Field, Derek has expanded his services to assist athletes in all sports with an emphasis on speed development. He has since worked with some of the top performers in the world as a coach and a consultant – including Olympic medalists, world record holders, Canadian National team athletes, professional sports organizations, and professional athletes from numerous sports. And in

Aug 18, 2023 • 1:01:56

Joey Burton on Principles, Communication and Decision-Making in Skill Development

Joey Burton on Principles, Communication and Decision-Making in Skill Development

Joey Burton is an NBA skills trainer based out of Atlanta, Georgia. He’s coached athlete at virtually every level of the sport, but is most well-known for helping NBA players hone their shooting skills. In this episode, Joey and I take deep dives into the world of skill development, coaching and communication. We talk about how to developing your coaching eye, and why that’s not necessarily done with elite athletes. We discuss the power of having a philosophy and principles to build from, while

Aug 11, 2023 • 1:13:11

Dr. Stuart McGill on Assessing, Rehabbing and Training the Spine

Dr. Stuart McGill on Assessing, Rehabbing and Training the Spine

Dr. Stuart McGill is often considered to be the world’s foremost expert on spinal biomechanics. His patient list ranges from the general population to some of the world’s most elites athletes, and his work has produced over 240 peer reviewed journal papers and 4 books. In this mashed up replay from two of my most popular episodes, Dr. McGill and I cover a wide range of topics – from lower back movement assessments to program design and everything in between, if you have questions about the lowe

Aug 4, 2023 • 1:40:35

Ryan Patrick on Filling Empty Buckets and Integrating Tech in the Private Sector

Ryan Patrick on Filling Empty Buckets and Integrating Tech in the Private Sector

If you’re a strength and conditioning or physical preparation coach who wants to level up your assessment and sports science game, then you’re going to love this episode. Ryan Patrick is owner of Peak Fitness & Sports Training (aka PeakFAST) in Erlanger, Kentucky. In the years that I’ve known Ryan he’s been a competitive powerlifter, gotten his Masters Degree, and run an incredibly successful fitness business. But most importantly, Ryan is someone whose ideals and philosophies really parallel m

Jul 28, 2023 • 1:06:04

July Q&A: HRV, Young Athlete Development, and Recapturing Shoulder Motion

July Q&A: HRV, Young Athlete Development, and Recapturing Shoulder Motion

It’s hard to believe it’s almost August, so we’ve got to knock out our monthly Q&A for July! These are actually getting more fun as we go, as I think we’ve got a great blend of higher-level, philosophical questions combined with some nitty gritty, “try this today” practical application as well. Plus, with the inclusion of the lightning round, I feel like we can cover A LOT of bases in just 45 minutes. So sit back, relax, and let’s talk some training – shall we?   When you’re training middle sch

Jul 21, 2023 • 42:37

Joel Jamieson on Zone 2 Training, Smarter Conditioning and Maximizing Recovery

Joel Jamieson on Zone 2 Training, Smarter Conditioning and Maximizing Recovery

If you’re serious about improving your health and conditioning, or just living a longer and healthier life, you’re going to LOVE this episode. Joel Jamieson is a mentor, friend, and someone I deeply respect in our industry. He’s the author of the Ultima MMA Conditioning book, developer of the Morpheus fitness app and creator of the Certified Conditioning Coach certification. But most importantly, he’s just a wealth of knowledge and someone I’m honored to call a friend. In this episode we’re goi

Jul 14, 2023 • 54:49

3 Questions You MUST Answer to Be a Successful Trainer or Coach

3 Questions You MUST Answer to Be a Successful Trainer or Coach

If you’re serious about becoming a better trainer or coach, at some point you need to ask yourself some big questions. For instance, what’s your philosophy when it comes to training? What groups or populations do you want to serve? And assuming this is a career (and not a hobby), what are you going to charge for your time? While these questions may sound simple at first glance, they’re definitely not easy. So in today’s episode, I’m going to take you step-by-step through these questions and hel

Jul 7, 2023 • 55:28

Kevin Neeld on FAI, Movement Variability, and Eccentric Training in Ice Hockey

Kevin Neeld on FAI, Movement Variability, and Eccentric Training in Ice Hockey

Kevin Neeld is the Head Performance Coach for the Boston Bruins, where he oversees all aspects of designing and implementing the team’s performance training program, as well as monitoring the players’ performance, workload and recovery. Prior to his time in Boston, Kevin spent 2 years as an Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach for the San Jose Sharks after serving as the director of a private sports performance facility in New Jersey for 7 years, working with pro, college, junior and elite

Jun 30, 2023 • 1:26:10

Pat Rigsby on Accountability, Winning the Week, and “The Process”

Pat Rigsby on Accountability, Winning the Week, and “The Process”

Pat Rigsby is a fitness business coach who has been in the industry since 1994. Growing up in Portsmouth, Ohio, Pat never had an interest in entrepreneurship and wanted to be a Major League Baseball player. And even though he had a season in professional baseball, he eventually realized playing the sport wasn’t his calling and set his sights on coaching. Since starting that first fitness business, Pat has owned, or co-owned, over 32 businesses in the industry, from health clubs to local traini

Jun 23, 2023 • 1:02:09

Loren Landow on Lessons Learned During 5 Years in the NFL

Loren Landow on Lessons Learned During 5 Years in the NFL

Have you ever considered working in professional sports? Do you want to know what it REALLY TAKES to succeed at the highest levels? Or are you just curious as to what life is like behind the NFL curtain? If so, this is the show for you! Loren Landow is a 29-year veteran in the strength […] The post Loren Landow on Lessons Learned During 5 Years in the NFL appeared first on Robertson Training Systems.

Jun 16, 2023 • 1:01:18

June Q&A: VBT, Personalizing Group Sessions, and Professional Development

June Q&A: VBT, Personalizing Group Sessions, and Professional Development

It’s June, and we’re back with another KILLER Q&A Episode! This month was fun because I had a nice mix of questions to answer. On one hand, I had some X’s and O’s questions about how to get more out of your programs and coaching. And on the flip side, I also got some higher-level philosophical questions on continuing education and how to make our industry a little bit better. Regardless, there’s something in here for everyone – so let’s dive in!   You have to get really clear on what works

Jun 9, 2023 • 54:28

Matthew Ibrahim on Building the Brakes and Training Deceleration

Matthew Ibrahim on Building the Brakes and Training Deceleration

Matthew Ibrahim currently serves as the Assistant Professor of Exercise Science at Quincy College, Adjunct Professor of Exercise Science at Maryville University, founder of Athletic Performance University (AthleticPerformanceU.com) and Ph.D. Candidate in Human & Sport Performance. As a public speaker, Matthew has presented nationally in over 25 U.S. states, and he’s also in the midst of writing a book through Human Kinetics on the topic of training for athletic performance. And last but definit

Jun 2, 2023 • 1:10:20

Lee Taft on Building Elite Multi-Directional Speed

Lee Taft on Building Elite Multi-Directional Speed

If you want to help your athletes get faster, then THIS is the podcast for you. In my not so humble opinion, Lee Taft is THE BEST practitioner of multi-directional speed training in the world, and in this episode I really feel like we capture lightning in a bottle. While Lee primarily works as a consultant these days, over his storied career he’s owned his own facility numerous times, coached at virtually every level of sport, and perhaps more importantly has coached just about every type of at

May 26, 2023 • 1:05:45

How to Manage Your Energy and Avoid Burnout as a Coach

How to Manage Your Energy and Avoid Burnout as a Coach

Let’s start this episode off with an honest statement: Being a coach is an energy-intensive endeavor. Every day you want to give your best – your all – to your clients and athletes. But here’s one thing we don’t talk about enough: How do we manage and maintain our own energy? When you’re working hard and taking care of others, how to you take care of yourself so you don’t burnout in the process? So today we’re going to dive into the practices and strategies I’ve cultivated over my 23 years of c

May 19, 2023 • 59:50

Anthony Iannarino on Meta Principles and Silver Linings in the Return to Play Process

Anthony Iannarino on Meta Principles and Silver Linings in the Return to Play Process

Anthony Iannarino is a Physical Therapist and Strength and Conditioning coach currently serving as a Performance Therapist with the Washington Wizards. Prior to transitioning to professional sports, Anthony served as a clinic director for Rehab 2 Perform as well as the performance therapist for the Bullis School Track and Field where he worked elite high school runners both trackside and in the clinic. In addition to his work with the Wizards, Anthony is also a director and lecturer with R2P Ac

May 12, 2023 • 1:17:27

May Q&A: Movement Models, Con Ed and Augmented Eccentrics

May Q&A: Movement Models, Con Ed and Augmented Eccentrics

And we’re back! It’s been over a month since we did a Q&A episode, so I knew I needed to get one in sooner than later. This week, we’ve got a ton of fun topics to discuss. For starers, how do you determine your own weaknesses and plan your continuing education? How do you help middle-aged weekend warriors get back out on the field, court or pitch? And last but not least, what are augmented eccentrics? And should you be using them with your athletes? We dive into all that – and much more – in th

May 5, 2023 • 50:02

Julia Glanz on Using Your Hormones to Super Charge Your Results In the Gym

Julia Glanz on Using Your Hormones to Super Charge Your Results In the Gym

Julia Glanz is a Registered Dietitian with a Masters Degree In Nutritional Science, a Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist, a former College Strength & Conditioning Coach and a former Division 1 soccer player. Julia’s education in nutritional science, exercise science and physiology combined with years of her own personal struggle with hormone imbalances fueled her passion for helping women optimize their hormones. Julia has an online coaching business where she’s now helped thousands o

Apr 28, 2023 • 1:06:48

Alwyn Cosgrove on Fat Loss Training, Mentorship and Paying it Forward

Alwyn Cosgrove on Fat Loss Training, Mentorship and Paying it Forward

When you reflect on life, it’s interesting to see how some people step in at exactly the right point in time. As a young coach growing up, I didn’t have a lot of great mentors. I knew I wanted to create content, I wanted to use speaking as an avenue to educate other trainers and coaches, and someday I wanted to own my own gym. And these were awesome goals – but how should I actually go about DOING THIS? Luckily for me Alwyn Cosgrove came into MY LIFE at just the right time, and the rest, as the

Apr 21, 2023 • 1:35:07

Ben Ashworth on Outcome-Driven Shoulder Training & Performance

Ben Ashworth on Outcome-Driven Shoulder Training & Performance

Ben Ashworth is a dual qualified shoulder specialist who has over 20 years of experience working with athletes as a physio and strength coach in a wide range of performance environments. Ben has worked in elite rugby at London Wasps, across Olympic sports in the lead up to London 2012, and spent six years as first team physiotherapist at Arsenal football club, before his most recent role as Performance Director in European football. He now runs his own Athletic Shoulder business working with Ma

Apr 14, 2023 • 59:45

Anthony Donskov on Using Tech and Applying Sports Science in the Private Sector

Anthony Donskov on Using Tech and Applying Sports Science in the Private Sector

Anthony Donskov is the founder and head performance coach at Donskov Strength and Conditioning, and the author of the amazing book, Physical Preparation for Hockey: Biological Principles and Practical solutions. But more importantly, Anthony just went back and got his Ph.D., so I was curious – at 40+ years old, what makes you do that? In this episode, we take a deep dive into Anthony’s thought process, how he evaluates and uses tech in the private sector, and how much data we really need to be

Apr 7, 2023 • 1:04:59

Mike and Luka on Wins, Losses and Playing the Long-Game in the Fitness Industry

Mike and Luka on Wins, Losses and Playing the Long-Game in the Fitness Industry

I’ve got a pretty special podcast for you this week my friend. As you may or may not know, I spent last weekend in Seattle giving one of my Complete Coach Seminars. These are always great weekends, which are only made better by the amazing people I have around me. Now if you know anything about my brother Luka Hocevar, you know the man can put in work. So after 2.5 days of speaking, why should I be surprised that Luka brought a videographer in Sunday afternoon to shoot a podcast and 4-5 Vlogs??

Mar 31, 2023 • 1:39:05

March Q&A: Assessments, Program Design and YOUR Coaching Evolution

March Q&A: Assessments, Program Design and YOUR Coaching Evolution

We’rrrreeeee back! It’s the March edition of our Q&A podcast, and I’ve got some really great questions and topics for you this month. Online assessment and program design. Are your clients extended? Flexed? In a posterior tilt? I’ll explain the difference and why there’s so much confusion. And my best advice for young and older coaches alike. So without any further ado, let’s jump right in!   If you’re writing programs at a high-level, you’re not choosing one plug and play exercise to fix every

Mar 24, 2023 • 46:56

Dr. Ebonie Rio on Strength, Springs and Rebuilding the Athletic Knee

Dr. Ebonie Rio on Strength, Springs and Rebuilding the Athletic Knee

Here’s a crazy stat: Recent research by Bunt et al suggests that roughly one in four adults will suffer from chronic knee pain, and it’s prevalence has increased almost 65% over the past 20 years. And similar to that, McNerney and Arendt state that roughly 30% of young athletes suffer from anterior knee pain, with female athletes being anywhere from 2 to 10x more likely to struggle with knee issues than their male counterparts. So regardless of whether you’re training gen pop clients or athlete

Mar 17, 2023 • 1:12:32

Dr. Courtney Conley on Assessing, Treating and Training the Foot

Dr. Courtney Conley on Assessing, Treating and Training the Foot

As children, most of us are born into the world with two happy and healthy feet. They move, bend, and push just like they were designed to. But over the years, whether it’s through bad shoes, lack of motion, or flat out weakness, we tend to lose those ideal foot mechanics – and the downside can mean a negative cascade of events throughout the body. As someone that not only had foot issues herself, Dr. Courtney Conley was always interested in feet and how to get herself out of pain. This led her

Mar 10, 2023 • 1:17:48

10 Programming Tips I Wish I Would’ve Known Starting Out

10 Programming Tips I Wish I Would’ve Known Starting Out

When you’re just starting out as a trainer or coach, as the saying goes: You don’t know what you don’t know. And I think this is especially true with regards to writing programs. Whether it’s using antiquated ways to program intensity, making everyone conform to 4-week training cycles, or skipping key steps early-on in the training process, today I want to share with you 10 things I wish I would’ve known when I first started writing programs. I’ve got a blend of both big-picture, philosophical

Mar 3, 2023 • 50:27

February Q&A: Isometric Training, Performance Assessments, and the IFAST Internship

February Q&A: Isometric Training, Performance Assessments, and the IFAST Internship

We’rrrreeeee back! It’s the February edition of our Q&A podcast, and man do we have a bunch of topics to cover. Performance assessments. Isometric training and testing. Why everyone and their sister is squatting with a heel wedge. And why IFAST is evolving. So without any further ado, let’s jump right in!   Isometrics are one part of a program. A powerful tool? Yes. But if they’re the only tool? That’s a problem. – Mike Robertson   This Week on the Physical Prep Podcast: Team Robertson life up

Feb 24, 2023 • 51:36

Aaron Cunanan on Developing a Sports Science Team in Pro Baseball

Aaron Cunanan on Developing a Sports Science Team in Pro Baseball

One of my favorite aspects of this show is getting these little peeks behind the “high performance” curtain. Even if we don’t work in elite sport, or have the resources they have available to them, getting an understanding into the systems and thought processes they use to build the best athletes in the world can still be invaluable. Plus, if I get to talk to a former IFAST intern who is absolutely crushing it in life, that’s never a bad thing, either! Which is why I’m absolutely thrilled to ha

Feb 17, 2023 • 1:16:25

Dan Pope on Training, Injuries, and How to Stay in the Gym for Life

Dan Pope on Training, Injuries, and How to Stay in the Gym for Life

Let’s be real for a minute: Injuries suck. If you’ve been lifting yourself for any period of time, you know that if you push yourself long enough or hard enough, something is bound to crop up. But while injuries might be part of the game, they shouldn’t keep you out of the game. That’s why today I’ve brought Dan Pope on the podcast – to talk about how we can continue to train while injured, but even more importantly, how we can learn from our injuries as well. Dan is a Doctor of Physical Therap

Feb 10, 2023 • 1:16:30

Jarrod Antflick on Building a Resilient and Robust Achilles Tendon

Jarrod Antflick on Building a Resilient and Robust Achilles Tendon

Have you ever had a client or athlete who was dealing with Achilles pain? Maybe it was a gen pop client who was a little overweight. Maybe it was a weekend warrior whose heel was stiff after a game of basketball or pickleball. Or maybe it was a high performing athlete who was dealing with tendinopathy or rehabbing an Achilles tear. Regardless, Achilles issues are on the rise and as trainers and coaches the more informed we are about these issues, the better we can take care of the clients and a

Feb 3, 2023 • 58:17

Steve Tashjian and Darcy Norman on Building a High-Performance Team at the International Level

Steve Tashjian and Darcy Norman on Building a High-Performance Team at the International Level

The World Cup is the pinnacle of the soccer world. You have the best athletes in the world, representing their countries, and doing everything they can to perform at the highest levels in the biggest moments of sport. And while I love nothing more than watching these incredible athletes play, I also love talking to the coaches BEHIND those athletes – the people that help support these amazing athletes in their quest for soccer immortality. And that’s why I’m so honored to have two members of th

Jan 27, 2023 • 1:33:47

January 2023 Q&A – Online Coaching, Cuing, and Content Creation

January 2023 Q&A – Online Coaching, Cuing, and Content Creation

We’re BACK with another Q&A podcast episode! I absolutely love doing these and it allows me to better connect with YOU, my listener. Plus, we get to dabble in a bunch of different topics – from coaching and cuing, to program design, to content creation. So without any further ado, let’s jump into this week’s episode!   If you’re not already a pretty good coach, don’t even bother with online coaching…they’re not going to get great results, and as a result you’re not going to enjoy the process. –

Jan 20, 2023 • 46:21

Steve Long on Finding Balance & Coming Full Circle in the Fitness Industry

Steve Long on Finding Balance & Coming Full Circle in the Fitness Industry

Steve Long has been in the fitness industry for almost 20 years now, and according to him, still feels like a dumbass on a weekly to daily basis when working with clients. This feeling drives him to continually learn more, to be able to help his clients, and share some of the best nuggets that he picks up along the way with other training professionals. Like anyone who’s been in the industry for a while, I too have had my share of ups and downs. Because trust me – nothing will put you on an emo

Jan 13, 2023 • 52:58

Dr. Paul Comfort on Assessing and Evaluating Force Production

Dr. Paul Comfort on Assessing and Evaluating Force Production

Dr. Comfort is a Professor of Strength and Conditioning and program leader for the Master of Science Strength and Conditioning program at the University of Salford. He is also an adjunct professor at Edith Cowan University in Western Australia. Paul has applied experience across a range of sports and consults with numerous professional and semi-professional sports teams, which he has undertaken throughout his academic career. Last but not least, Paul is a founding member of the UKSCA, is on the

Jan 6, 2023 • 1:28:44

Mike Reinhardt on Learning, Mentorship, and Refining Your Craft

Mike Reinhardt on Learning, Mentorship, and Refining Your Craft

Are you a lifelong learner? Someone who is always looking to tweak and refine their craft? If so, this episode is for you! Whether it’s best practices for consuming new information, reflecting on past experiences, or using the mentorship process to deepen our understanding, a commitment to lifelong learning is something that every one of us can benefit from. And that’s why I asked former IFAST intern, PT student, and now physical therapist at Resilient Physical Therapy Mike Reinhardt to come on

Dec 30, 2022 • 56:57

December Q&A: Keeping Training Fresh, Off-Season Soccer, and Gen Pop vs. Athletes

December Q&A: Keeping Training Fresh, Off-Season Soccer, and Gen Pop vs. Athletes

Before we dive into this week’s podcast, I just want to start by saying THANK YOU! It’s been an amazing year both personally and professionally, and I couldn’t have had that success without your support. Along those same lines, I want to wish you a Happy Holiday season, and hopefully you get a little extra time with those you love and cherish most. Now let’s jump into our December Q&A mailbag because I feel like we’ve got some great stuff to talk about!   A sound warm-up really comes down to th

Dec 23, 2022 • 54:43

13 Practical Programming and Coaching Tips

13 Practical Programming and Coaching Tips

The longer I do this, the more I realize that your journey is never over. You’re never a “finished” product. Take program design, for instance… Since I started in physical preparation, I’ve easily consumed thousands of pieces of content on this topic, including articles, webinars, podcasts, VHS recordings, DVD’s and seminars. And furthermore, I’ve probably created 10’s (if not 100’s!) of my own. Yet the longer I do this, the more I realize that it’s not just about learning or consuming – but ho

Dec 16, 2022 • 1:05:45

Dr. Mike Roussell on Using Coffee and Protein to Optimize Health

Dr. Mike Roussell on Using Coffee and Protein to Optimize Health

As an author, speaker and nutrition consultant, Dr. Mike Roussell is known for transforming complex nutritional concepts into practical nutritional habits that his clients can use to ensure permanent weight loss and long lasting health. His clients have included NBA all-stars, Hollywood stars and Silicon Valley executives, all of whom seek him out for his unique ability and experience to translate scientific findings into relevant and actionable strategies to achieve lifelong health. In this ep

Dec 9, 2022 • 55:51

6 Investments That Created Massive ROI in 2022

6 Investments That Created Massive ROI in 2022

Don’t worry, this podcast WILL NOT involve me peddling advice on stocks, bonds or mutual funds! Instead, we’re going to talk about personal and professional items I’ve invested in in 2022 that have made a profound impact on me either personally or professionally. When we’re young – or perhaps shortsighted – we only look at the “cost” of things. For instance, we might think “this Con Ed course costs $500, $750, or $1,000.” But Alwyn Cosgrove taught me early in my career that you should never loo

Dec 2, 2022 • 49:30

Tamás Kelemen on Training the Elite Athletes of Cirque du Soleil

Tamás Kelemen on Training the Elite Athletes of Cirque du Soleil

Tamás Kelemen is the head strength and conditioning coach for the Cirque du Soleil show “O.” Cirque is the largest contemporary circus producer in the world, with 17 active shows, 6 of which reside in Las Vegas. Tamas started off as an athlete, where he was an elite-level gymnast and diver. At the end of his career, he became an artist and diver in “O” for 6 years. When it was time to hang it up as an athlete, he became the strength coach for “O,” and the rest, as they say, is history. In this

Nov 26, 2022 • 45:35

20 Tips for Young Coaches

20 Tips for Young Coaches

Bringing back a little old-school flavor this week my friend… You see, a few years back, someone asked me this very simple question: If you could give one piece of advice to a young coach or trainer, what would it be? And needless to say, that one little question turned into one really long, in-depth podcast! So with all the travel and things going on the past couple of weeks, I wanted to share this podcast again because I feel like it’s every bit as impactful today as it was then. So without

Nov 18, 2022 • 1:13:13

Adam Petway on the Mechanisms Behind ACL and Achilles Tears

Adam Petway on the Mechanisms Behind ACL and Achilles Tears

It’s estimated that somewhere between 100,000 and 200,000 people tear their ACL every year. And while Achilles tears aren’t anywhere near that level, it’s obvious that the numbers for this injury are on the rise as well. In a best case scenario, with an ACL or Achilles tear you’re looking at a grueling 9, 12 or even as long as 18 month rehab process. And in a worst case scenario? It could be career ending. That’s why I wanted Adam Petway to come on the podcast. Adam has spent hundreds of hours

Nov 11, 2022 • 51:04

Joel Jamieson on Metabolic Optimization, Longevity and the Future of Sports Supplements

Joel Jamieson on Metabolic Optimization, Longevity and the Future of Sports Supplements

Longevity, anti-aging and metabolic health are things that have fascinated me for years, so when my guy Joel Jamieson said he wanted to jump on a podcast and talk about this stuff, I was all ears. In this episode, we start by talking about metabolic optimization – including what most people think of when they hear the word “metabolism,” and why Joel has a more well-rounded and diverse definition. We talk about mitochondria – why they’re critically important for health, the numerous roles they p

Nov 4, 2022 • 1:15:12

October Q&A: Off-Season Program Design, Quick Workouts, and Layering Speed Development

October Q&A: Off-Season Program Design, Quick Workouts, and Layering Speed Development

We’re BAAAACCCCCKKKKK! Even though it’s only been a month, it’s actually been more like 6-7 weeks since our last Q&A podcast episode, so I’m excited to dive back in. This week we’re going to talk about program design for both gen pop clients and athletes, how to layer speed development in the R4 section of your workouts, and how to best prepare yourself as a young coach or trainer getting started in our industry.   Getting faster, stronger or more explosive are very nervous-system dominant acti

Oct 28, 2022 • 44:41

Drake Berberet: The Beginners Guide to Assessing and Training with Force Plates

Drake Berberet: The Beginners Guide to Assessing and Training with Force Plates

Whether you like it or not, I can say with a lot of confidence that technology in sport is here to stay. As tech becomes more and more prevalent – not to mention more cost effective to private facilities and end-users – I think we’re going to see an explosion in sports science and data-driven training in the years to come. And it’s for that exact reason that today’s guest is Drake Berberet of Hawkin Dynamics. Drake is the VP of Performance & Brand at Hawkin Dynamics, and he also serves as the P

Oct 21, 2022 • 1:07:31

19 Ninja Tricks to Write Better Training Programs

19 Ninja Tricks to Write Better Training Programs

If you’re a trainer or coach, you have to write programs. And trust me – there are tons of great resources out there to help you. I’m preferential to my Complete Coach Certification or Complete Coach Seminar, but again, I’m biased… But here’s the thing – the X’s and O’s are all fine and dandy, but sometimes you want specifics. Or nitty-gritty details. And sometimes, you just want strategies to help you get in the right mindset to write an awesome training program! So this show is all about pro

Oct 14, 2022 • 1:02:09

Dr. Jenn Reiner-Marcello on the Intersection between Movement and Sports Science in Baseball

Dr. Jenn Reiner-Marcello on the Intersection between Movement and Sports Science in Baseball

Dr. Jennifer Reiner-Marcello has 20 years of experience in the sports performance industry ranging from the private setting, college, and professional teams. Over the last 7 years, she has focused her efforts in baseball including rehabilitation for the San Diego Padres and reconditioning for the Minnesota Twins. While at the Twins, she created and deployed the reconditioning program including establishing, developing, and executing a systematic approach for coordinating motion-capture data, fo

Oct 7, 2022 • 51:39

Alex Natera on Athletic Assessments, Isometric Training, and Repeat Power Ability

Alex Natera on Athletic Assessments, Isometric Training, and Repeat Power Ability

Alex Natera is the Manager of Sport Science at the New South Wales Institute of Sport and primary presenter of the Isometric Strength Training webinar series. Prior to his current position, Alex has traveled the globe to work in Rugby Union, the English Premiere League, and the esteemed Aspire Academy. In today’s episode, we’re going to take a deep dive into athletic development – spanning everything from detailed assessments to designing programs that will make your athletes more powerful, exp

Sep 30, 2022 • 1:34:33

September Q&A: Program Design, Competing Demand and Gen Pop Athletes

September Q&A: Program Design, Competing Demand and Gen Pop Athletes

We’re back with our monthly Q&A show friend! These have been so much fun to record, and offers a nice balance between me hosting the show, and me (hopefully) providing some of my own unique thoughts and insights into training. This week’s episode is going to cover a ton of questions around program design. We’re going to talk about off-season training layouts, and how to write more effective off-season workouts. We’ll talk about programming speed and power for your gen pop clients and athletes.

Sep 23, 2022 • 40:36

Doug Kechijian on Streamlining the Return to Play Process

Doug Kechijian on Streamlining the Return to Play Process

Doug Kechijian is a physical therapist and CEO and co-founder of Resilient Performance Systems. Resilient seeks to systematically explore the continuum between acute rehabilitation and athletic performance. Resilient’s clientele includes athletes and operators from Major League Baseball (MLB), the NBA, professional MMA fighters, the X Games, Winter and Summer Olympics, collegiate athletes as well as those in federal law enforcement tactical teams and military special operations units. Before be

Sep 16, 2022 • 1:07:02

Daniel Martinez on Assessing, Evaluating and Training the Vertical Jump

Daniel Martinez on Assessing, Evaluating and Training the Vertical Jump

Between his time as a volleyball coach and working with Force Decks, Daniel Martinez knows the ins-and-outs of vertical jump training like few others in our industry. Daniel is currently in his fifth year as Trinity’s Head Strength & Conditioning Coach and as Coordinator of the Patrick Stumberg Sports Performance Center. He is also the coordinator of a conference on sports science and strength & conditioning, which brings top professionals in the field on campus to share best practices. Prior t

Sep 9, 2022 • 1:06:44

The 3 Biggest Issues Plaguing the S&C Industry

The 3 Biggest Issues Plaguing the S&C Industry

I’m ever the optimist, but there are definitely some things that need to be improved in our industry. Burnout is a real thing, and it’s negatively impacting both young and old coaches alike. Imposter syndrome can detract from your confidence and ability to coach at the highest level. And with millions of pieces of information at our fingertips, it’s no wonder we’re overwhelmed and overloaded with regards to continuing education. So we all know the issues that plague us – what’s more important i

Sep 2, 2022 • 42:33

Brian Kozak on Talking About, Assessing and Training Breathing

Brian Kozak on Talking About, Assessing and Training Breathing

Brian Kozak feels has gone to great lengths to understand the benefits that proper breathing can have on your performance. He believes you are the most sophisticated technology on the planet – so where is your Owner’s manual? This is the ever-evolving idea he seeks. Under the mentorship of Juerg Feldmann, he spent over a decade ‘playing’ with leading-edge technology to find what ‘works’. The ultimate goal is to see in real-time the rate limiters & compensators in each system. Along the way, he

Aug 26, 2022 • 1:33:32

Lee Taft on the Harsh Reality of Youth Travel Sports

Lee Taft on the Harsh Reality of Youth Travel Sports

Unless you’ve been living under a rock for the last 20-30 years, you’ve probably heard of Lee Taft at some point in time. And with good reason! Lee is arguably the best multi-directional speed coach in the world, and I know I, personally, wouldn’t be the coach I am today without him. And while we’ve talked about speed numerous times in the past, today we’re going to attempt to tackle the topic that is youth travel sports. Now as a parent and youth sports coach myself, this is a topic that’s nea

Aug 19, 2022 • 1:03:43

Q&A August 2022: Tech, Training Strategies and Lessons Learned

Q&A August 2022: Tech, Training Strategies and Lessons Learned

We’re back with another edition of our Q&A podcasts! I got really great feedback from both long-time and new listeners on my July episode, so if you’re enjoying it and deriving value, then I’m going to keep doing them. This month we cover a wide-range of topics – from sleep techniques, to tech I use at IFAST, as well as some lessons I’ve learned this off-season with regards to training athletes. All in all I think there’s some great stuff in here, so I hope you enjoy it!   If we’re seeing peopl

Aug 12, 2022 • 39:32

Nate Green on Passion, Reps and Keystyling Your Way to Better Communication

Nate Green on Passion, Reps and Keystyling Your Way to Better Communication

While Nate Green started out like many of us as a coach and gym owner, he quickly realized that that wasn’t where his true passion resided, so he dove head first into the world of fitness writing. Nate is currently the Director of Content Strategy at Waking Up, an advanced meditation app with over 50,000 5-star reviews. Prior to that, he spent over a decade working behind the scenes at Precision Nutrition and other influential health and fitness companies. He’s written for T-Nation, Men’s Healt

Aug 5, 2022 • 1:03:22

Steve Magness on Toughness, Coaching and Doing Hard Things

Steve Magness on Toughness, Coaching and Doing Hard Things

Steve Magness is a world-renowned expert on health and human performance. He is the co-author of the best-selling books Peak Performance and The Passion Paradox, and the author of The Science of Running. And his new book, “Do Hard Things,” is arguably his best work – in my humble opinion! Steve’s work has has appeared in Sports Illustrated, Wired, Outside, NY Magazine, and Forbes. Oh and by the way – he’s one heckuva coach to boot! Steve and I cover a ton of topics in this episode, starting wit

Jul 29, 2022 • 1:04:14

Q&A July 2022: Staff Development, Split-Squats, and My Current Goals

Q&A July 2022: Staff Development, Split-Squats, and My Current Goals

For the first time in a long time, we’re going to do a Q&A Episode! Between email, social media, or just real-life interactions, I get questions daily about training, coaching, business/personal development, etc. So this month, I’m going to answer a handful of questions that I think will help make YOU a better trainer, coach, or business owner. And if you enjoy this episode, I personally (and selfishly!) had a ton of fun doing it, so please let me know if you’d like me to make this a regular th

Jul 22, 2022 • 55:07

Adam Loiacono on Rebuilding, Rehabilitating and Reconditioning the Athletic Knee

Adam Loiacono on Rebuilding, Rehabilitating and Reconditioning the Athletic Knee

Adam Loiacono is the Director of Rehab for the Phoenix Suns in the NBA, and before his time there, he spent another 8-10 years working in pro soccer. So as someone that has seen more than his fair share of knee issues over the years, in this episode, we’re going to take a deep dive into everything knee pain. We start by talking about his assessment process, and how he evaluates his athletes at both the joint and system level. From there, we talk about rehabilitation, the KPI’s he uses to determ

Jul 15, 2022 • 1:10:47

6 Things I’m Focusing on in My Programming and Coaching

6 Things I’m Focusing on in My Programming and Coaching

When you’ve coached for 20+ years, create content, and work to mentor young coaches, you tend to answer a lot of questions. But one of the questions I’ve been asked the most recently is this: What has changed about your programming in the past 2-3 years? Or maybe along those same lines: How have you continued to evolve your training and coaching in recent years? So in today’s solo podcast, that’s exactly what we’re going to talk about – 6 things I’m focusing on in my programming and coaching ri

Jul 8, 2022 • 40:50

Trevor Ratzky on Reframing, Self-Talk and Long-Term Nutrition Success

Trevor Ratzky on Reframing, Self-Talk and Long-Term Nutrition Success

Trevor Ratzky is an online nutrition and Fitness Coach at Tailored Coaching Method. He’s also a black belt Jiu Jitsu Black belt instructor at Watson Martial Arts in St. Louis Missouri, husband to his wife Lexi, and father to his little Boston Terrier, Peaches. Trevor has been working in the fitness industry for over 12 years in a variety of settings, but nowadays he love helping men and women create a stronger, leaner, more resilient version of themselves so they can participate and thrive in t

Jul 1, 2022 • 1:10:43

Jill Coleman on How to Build a Successful and Rewarding Online Fitness Business

Jill Coleman on How to Build a Successful and Rewarding Online Fitness Business

In case you’re unfamiliar with Jill Coleman and her story, here’s a brief synopsis… Like many of us, Jill was tired of working 50, 60 and 70+ hour weeks in the gym – just to barely scrape by. But instead of lamenting where she was at in life and continuing to trudge along, Jill decided to make some BIG MOVES. In 2010 she started JillFit, a fitness and nutrition blog that helped people overcome their obsession with food and exercise. And as that grew and evolved, so did she. Nowadays, she helps

Jun 25, 2022 • 1:04:33

Joe Kenn on the Evolution of Strength and Conditioning

Joe Kenn on the Evolution of Strength and Conditioning

You know some guests really need no introduction, but in case you’re unfamiliar with Joe “Big House” Kenn, let me fill you in real quick on this guys’ rap sheet…. He’s a 30+ year vet of the strength and conditioning game. He’s worked – and had success – at every level of physical preparation, from high school to the pros. And that illustrious career includes a 9-year stint with the Carolina Panthers in the NFL, and a trip to Super Bowl 50 along the way. And to my knowledge, he’s the ONLY COACH

Jun 17, 2022 • 1:26:57

Terrence “TK” Kennell on Annual Planning, In-Season Training and Tissue Prep

Terrence “TK” Kennell on Annual Planning, In-Season Training and Tissue Prep

Terrence “TK” Kennell has worked in pro baseball, to women’s professional soccer, to men’s college basketball, and now a job with UFC. Working in all these areas has given him a broad set of experiences, and helped forge his approach to training. So in today’s episode, we’re going to look at some of the global principles necessary to be successful in physical preparation. We’re going to talk about annual planning – and why you SHOULD be doing it in some form or fashion. We’re going to talk abou

Jun 11, 2022 • 48:57

Andrew Hauser on Punching Holes & Filling Gaps to Build Your Return to Play Model

Andrew Hauser on Punching Holes & Filling Gaps to Build Your Return to Play Model

Andrew Hauser has worked in a number of capacities in professional baseball both in the strength & medical capacities, most recently as the Director of Performance Rehab for the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Director of Player Health & Performance for the Atlanta Braves. And he has recently made the dive into the private space in Phoenix, AZ focusing on training, rehab, return to play and consulting starting his own business called Continuum High Performance. But today, we’re going to focus on th

Jun 3, 2022 • 1:14:18

Ben Shear on Merging Tech and Performance Training in the Private Sector

Ben Shear on Merging Tech and Performance Training in the Private Sector

If you opened a gym 10-15 years ago, you know the struggle was REAL when it came to selling sports-performance training. Not only were you trying to sell people something – which is almost never easy – but you were trying to sell them something they often didn’t even know existed! So imagine doing that not 10, not 20, but almost 30 years ago? That was the struggle Ben Shear had when he first started. Ben knew he didn’t want to train the general population, but convincing athletes to come train

May 27, 2022 • 58:01

Nick Winkelman on the Language of Coaching

Nick Winkelman on the Language of Coaching

Have you ever fallen TOTALLY FLAT when coaching or cuing a client? You’re pulling everything out of your playbook, and for whatever reason, it’s just NOT working? If so, welcome to the club! I know this has happened to me in the past, and it has most definitely happened to today’s guest Nick Winkelman. At the time, Nick was working with some of the most elite athletes on the planet at EXOS as the head coach of their NFL Combine Prep program. And when he determined he wasn’t truly connecting and

May 20, 2022 • 1:12:28

Dr. Sean Pastuch on Bridging the Gap Between Training and Healthcare

Dr. Sean Pastuch on Bridging the Gap Between Training and Healthcare

Dr. Sean Pastuch, DC, grew up around the fitness, health, and wellness industry. And when he graduated Chiro school, he ended up opening a clinic and a CrossFit gym, he didn’t want to be that Chiro who tells you, “You need to this exercise and be on “X” program.” Then, pat you on the back and say see you next week. He works with people and athletes, who don’t want to deal with pain and injury anymore. And at the same time, don’t want to stop their training or don’t want to keep modifying their

May 13, 2022 • 1:07:27

Anthony Mucurio on Side Hustles, Hedging Your Bets, and Transforming Young Athletes

Anthony Mucurio on Side Hustles, Hedging Your Bets, and Transforming Young Athletes

Anthony Mucurio is a professional coach for people looking to improve their physical capabilities for sport. In addition to building beasts on the field, he is also dedicated to helping people stay HEALTHY so they can reach their FULL physical potential in life. His vision is to bridge the gap between modern sports science and classic training methods. In his mind the goal is to create a training program that builds tremendous athleticism while also building resiliency against injury. In this s

May 6, 2022 • 59:51

Molly Galbraith on Dealing with Womens’ Body Image, Eating Disorders, and Social Media

Molly Galbraith on Dealing with Womens’ Body Image, Eating Disorders, and Social Media

Molly Galbraith, is the cofounder of Girls Gone Strong (GGS), the world’s largest platform providing evidence-based, interdisciplinary health, fitness, nutrition, and pregnancy education for women and the health and fitness professionals who work with them—including industry-leading certification programs and coaching. She’s also the creator of the GGS Academy, which houses those certifications and has students and grads in over 100 countries around the world. And most recently she wrote a new

Apr 29, 2022 • 1:05:18

Nick Lambe on Sleep, Seminars and the Future of Continuing Education

Nick Lambe on Sleep, Seminars and the Future of Continuing Education

Nick Lambe has been a coach for the last 10 years. He has always aimed to and prided himself on being different in his approach to working with clients. Nick is a massage therapist, strength coach, sleep coach and health coach but envisions himself firstly as a healthcare practitioner. With regards to lifestyle interventions,  Nick has taken a deep dive into sleep. He believes that sleep is the foundation for health and well being, despite being often under-appreciated and undervalued. And last

Apr 22, 2022 • 46:02

Shanté Cofield on Identifying Your Why and Building a Brand

Shanté Cofield on Identifying Your Why and Building a Brand

Physical therapist turned entrepreneur, Dr. Shanté Cofield, aka The Movement Maestro, is the host of Maestro on the Mic, and the founder of The Movement Maestro LLC, a social-media based company that provides both online and in-person education for health and movement professionals around the world. Shanté’s professional pursuits center around providing business coaching, with a focus on brand strategy and community development in the ever-growing digital marketplace. She’s also a proud SoCal r

Apr 15, 2022 • 1:03:16

Joel Jamieson on the Business of Conditioning, Recovery and Online Fitness

Joel Jamieson on the Business of Conditioning, Recovery and Online Fitness

Joel Jamieson really needs no introduction. Joel is a best-selling author and one of the world’s foremost authorities on strength, conditioning, and energy systems. His training strategies have been used by thousands of elite performers and top athletes worldwide, including the Navy SEALS, UFC champions, and dozens of teams from the NFL, NBA, MLS, NCAA, and more. He’s also the owner of 8WeeksOut.com, one of the most informative websites on the planet, and creator of the Certified Conditioning C

Apr 8, 2022 • 56:00

Stephen Calarco on the Trials and Tribulations of Opening a Gym

Stephen Calarco on the Trials and Tribulations of Opening a Gym

Stephen Calarco is the owner of the Strength Spot in West Hartford, CT – a private training facility dedicated to transforming lives through strength training and nutritional coaching. His goal is to help his clients and athlete move better, get stronger, and improve their quality of life without gimmicks and fads. In this wide-ranging show, Stephen and I cover topics like what it’s REALLY like to own and operate your own gym, how he strives to find balance between his work and home lives, his

Apr 1, 2022 • 55:14

9 Keys to Developing a Rock-Solid Internship Program

9 Keys to Developing a Rock-Solid Internship Program

Are you a trainer, coach or rehab professional that is considering starting an internship program? If so, this is your show! IFAST has had an incredibly successful internship program for over 13 years now, and one of the most common questions I get asked is: “How do I build an internship program in my business?” So in this show, I’m going to outline all the do’s and don’ts. The wins and the losses. And perhaps most importantly, how our internship program has evolved over the years. So sit back,

Mar 25, 2022 • 39:51

10 Ways to Upgrade Your Body, Business and Life as a Coach

10 Ways to Upgrade Your Body, Business and Life as a Coach

What if I told you I could increase your energy, your income, and your happiness with a few simple steps – would you be interested? And no, I’m not selling you some new MLM product… Instead, I’m going to give you tried-and-true strategies that I use to take care of my body, increase my energy, and work to get a little bit better each and every day. Interested? I sure hope so! Let’s dive in….   It’s not just about LOOKING healthy…it’s about actually BEING HEALTHY. – El Conquistador, Mike Robert

Mar 18, 2022 • 1:01:08

Mike Reinold on the Science & Practice of Blood Flow Restriction Training

Mike Reinold on the Science & Practice of Blood Flow Restriction Training

Mike Reinold is a world renowned and award-winning clinician, researcher, and educator.  As a physical therapist, athletic training, and strength and conditioning coach, he specializes in all aspects of sports performance and rehabilitation. Mike is currently the Co-Founder of Champion PT and Performance, in Boston, MA, and Senior Medical Advisor for the Chicago White Sox after years of working at prestigious institutions like the American Sports Medicine Institute, Massachusetts General Hospit

Mar 11, 2022 • 52:45

Lee Boyce on How to Have More Success with Gen Pop Clients

Lee Boyce on How to Have More Success with Gen Pop Clients

Lee Boyce is a strength coach and educator based in Toronto, Canada, working with clients and athletes since 2007. He’s developed international recognition as a trainer and fitness writer for publications such as Men’s Health, Oxygen, TRAIN, Inside Fitness, SHAPE, The Wall Street Journal, The Huffington Post, Men’s Journal, Esquire, and STRONG Fitness Magazine In this show, Lee and I talk about ALL the things. We start by discussing gen pop training, and why we need more candid discussions abou

Mar 4, 2022 • 57:44

Jason Brown on the Big Rocks of Conditioning, Programming and Online Coaching

Jason Brown on the Big Rocks of Conditioning, Programming and Online Coaching

Combat veteran Jason Brown, began his journey in the world of physical preparation at an early age. While his father encouraged his athletic training, his mother was a powerlifter herself and served as a great role model for Jason. Today, Jason is a Certified Special Strengths Coach with Westside Barbell and has a Master of Science degree in Exercise Science. He is the Founder of Jason Brown Coaching, where he helps his clients become stronger and well-conditioned while working with other coach

Feb 25, 2022 • 1:05:24

Marc Bubbs on Assessing, Educating and Fueling Basketball Players

Marc Bubbs on Assessing, Educating and Fueling Basketball Players

Over the past 20 years, Dr. Marc Bubbs has remained passionate about what makes humans perform better. He is the Director of Performance Nutrition for Canada Basketball and the Consultant Performance Nutritionist for a portfolio of professional and Olympic athletes. Whether he’s working with elite athletes or busy executives, Marc aims to improve his clients’ health using an evidence-based approach to nutrition and fitness. Marc is also the host of the Performance Nutrition Podcast—where he con

Feb 18, 2022 • 46:49

Brandon Smitley on Developing the Young Athlete

Brandon Smitley on Developing the Young Athlete

When Brandon Smitley returned to Terre Haute in 2012 to work on his graduate degree at Indiana State University, he realized the lack of a facility where athletes and community members could go to achieve their desired results. Brandon, a competitive powerlifter and world-renowned strength coach, began a project to help improve the community’s health, fitness, and athletic performance. The project soon evolved to the Terre Haute Intensity Resistance and Sports Training (THIRST), which he co-fou

Feb 11, 2022 • 1:00:11

Jo Clubb on the Intersection of Science and Sports

Jo Clubb on the Intersection of Science and Sports

Performance consultant, writer, and speaker Jo Clubb, has always seen herself as a big science nerd with a deep love for sports. And though she has worked as a sports scientist for several teams-– including the Buffalo Bills, Buffalo Sabres, and the Brighton & Hove Albion F.C.—Jo wanted to have a wider impact in the sports science industry. To this end, Jo founded her company, Global Performance Insights. Jo is passionate about driving growth and athletic performance through uncovering scientif

Feb 4, 2022 • 50:25

The BIG Q&A Show – January 2022

The BIG Q&A Show – January 2022

Over the last several weeks, I’ve received a ton of really great questions from people like you – my amazing listeners and social media followers. And while being able to connect and interact with people on social media is great – sometimes it’s difficult to provide longer, well thought-out responses. That’s why I love taking a moment to answer your most pressing questions in these BIG Q&A episodes. In today’s episode, I answer eight questions I recently received from my Instagram followers. We

Jan 28, 2022 • 39:29

Lindsay Parker on Curiosity, Awareness and Education in Women’s Fitness

Lindsay Parker on Curiosity, Awareness and Education in Women’s Fitness

Helping women understand and embrace their individuality is at the heart of Lindsay Parker’s coaching philosophy. Lindsay didn’t always consider herself “the lifting type.” But, after falling in love with the process of biomechanics, lifting, and strength training, she soon found herself passionate about helping other women navigate through the world of fitness. Certified in biomechanics, execution, and program design, Lindsay has made it her mission to help her clients appreciate their bodies

Jan 21, 2022 • 1:06:26

Stefan Valdes on Developing an Elite NBA Off-Season Program

Stefan Valdes on Developing an Elite NBA Off-Season Program

Like many new coaches, Movement Lab Co-founder, Stefan Valdes, once copied more experienced coaches when training others—that is, until he entered physical therapy school. Stefan earned his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of Miami, where he built and developed the critical thinking skills crucial to coaching clients and athletes. By integrating his DPT education with his experience working as a performance coach in the NBA for the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Detroit Pistons,

Jan 14, 2022 • 46:24

Brijesh Patel on Developing Your Mindset, Attitude and Self-Talk

Brijesh Patel on Developing Your Mindset, Attitude and Self-Talk

Brijesh Patel’s mindset and belief system about training and development drive his decision-making as a coach. As the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach and Director of Athletic Performance at Quinnipiac University, Brijesh believes in educating his athletes in a manner that encourages them to become better versions of themselves. While he’s been a highly regarded innovator, leader, and coach in health and performance over the past 20 years, Brijesh’s passion for improvement, growth, and deve

Jan 7, 2022 • 50:32

5 Superpowers that Can Make You an Elite Trainer or Coach

5 Superpowers that Can Make You an Elite Trainer or Coach

I don’t know about you, but I’m a huge fan of comic books and superheroes. But here’s the thing about most superheroes: they’re either born with a superpower—like Superman—or, they’re given one—like Spiderman getting bit by a spider. On the other hand, trainers and coaches—though heroes in their own right—aren’t born with or given these superpowers. While they can’t use heat vision or sling webs (yet), there are five skills coaches can develop into superpowers to turn them into the elite traine

Dec 31, 2021 • 30:27

Josh Lindblom on Mental Toughness and Long-Term Success in Professional Baseball

Josh Lindblom on Mental Toughness and Long-Term Success in Professional Baseball

Throughout his 15 seasons in professional baseball, Josh Lindblom has learned that you have to find a way to differentiate yourself in the game. After being drafted by the Los Angeles Dodgers in the second round of the 2008 Major League Baseball Draft, Josh made his debut in 2011 and played for several organizations, including the Philadelphia Phillies, Oakland Athletics, and Texas Rangers. He then had a five-year stint in South Korea, playing for the Doosan Bears and Lotte Giants, before signi

Dec 24, 2021 • 1:00:41

David Joyce on Knowing vs. Learning, Instinct and the Role of Experience in Coaching

David Joyce on Knowing vs. Learning, Instinct and the Role of Experience in Coaching

David Joyce’s passion for developing people has been the red thread that goes through everything he does. For more than two decades in his career in elite performance, David has trained, rehabilitated, and maintained multiple world champions, Olympians, and more than 100 national champions. He was the Head of Athletic Performance of the Greater Western Sydney Giants in the Australian Football League. He is also the first athletic performance coach in history to work with team China after workin

Dec 17, 2021 • 54:26

7 Simple Tips to Write Better Training Programs

7 Simple Tips to Write Better Training Programs

One of the many things I’ve learned over the years about writing programs is that there’s a bell curve involved. When we’re just starting out, we don’t know much about training, let alone actually designing a program. But as we move closer to the apex of that bell curve and accumulate more experience as well as information on exercises, set/rep schemes, and tempos, the complexity of our knowledge base becomes our hindrance. From “how do I design a program,” our question becomes “how can I make

Dec 10, 2021 • 37:52

Cody McBroom on the Prime, Progress and Prosper Approach to Flexible Dieting

Cody McBroom on the Prime, Progress and Prosper Approach to Flexible Dieting

Cody “Boom-Boom” McBroom believes that nobody is truly self-made. A nutrition coach and fitness entrepreneur with over 11 years of helping people optimize their health, Cody believes that he wouldn’t be where he is today without the people who were willing to help him. By poking his head in the right rooms, asking questions, and meeting legendary people, Cody was able to start his own company, Tailored Coaching Method. A lifestyle, training, and nutrition coaching company, Tailored Coaching Met

Dec 3, 2021 • 1:07:52

Luka Hocevar on Collecting Role Models and Hunting Skillsets

Luka Hocevar on Collecting Role Models and Hunting Skillsets

My good friend, entrepreneur and coach, Luka Hocevar, always seem to move a thousand miles an hour. And with the many hats he wears, you may get a different answer every time you ask him what he does. While he dabbles in real estate, he is also the Founder, Owner, and Operator of Vigor Ground Fitness and Performance. This Seattle-based facility focuses on helping clients achieve maximum fitness through customized programs. Additionally, Luka is a business coach who helps other coaches grow thei

Nov 26, 2021 • 1:07:53

Joel Smith on the Who, What, When, Where and Why of Elastic Training

Joel Smith on the Who, What, When, Where and Why of Elastic Training

Joel Smith considers himself a “born mover.” As a young athlete, his passion for developing his athletic outputs—from movement and sprinting to jumping and dunking—led him to play at the national level in track and field and athletic performance coaching. However, his mentality towards athletic development revolved around strength. It wasn’t until learning from other great coaches and athletes that Joel evolved his training philosophy toward a harmony of elasticity, reactivity, and force produc

Nov 19, 2021 • 58:21

Jeremy Frisch on Plugging the Holes of Youth Athletic Development

Jeremy Frisch on Plugging the Holes of Youth Athletic Development

According to youth sports coach, Jeremy Frisch, playing sports can open up whole new worlds for any person. Jeremy’s the Director and Owner of Achieve Performance Training, a physical fitness facility in Clinton, Massachusetts that focuses on youth athletic development. Jeremy believes that it’s essential for kids to explore experiences, making it more critical for them to enjoy sports and athleticism. But how do you make physical training more engaging for the younger generation? Jeremy’s secr

Nov 12, 2021 • 59:55

5 Things I Need to Say

5 Things I Need to Say

The thing about change is—whether it’s good or bad—it forces you to reflect on where you’re at, where you’re going, and where you want to be. So many pivotal moments in my life—from meeting my mentors, opening a gym, to raising kids—have taught me about being a coach, entrepreneur, and father. With the amount of change going on recently, I’ve sure had a lot of opportunities to reflect on those pivotal life moments and their lessons. Today, I reflect on five thoughts that could help you live a h

Nov 5, 2021 • 41:41

Brett Jones on Kettlebell Training, Movement Screens, and the Evolution of a Coach

Brett Jones on Kettlebell Training, Movement Screens, and the Evolution of a Coach

Brett Jones is grateful to the many mentors who have provided opportunities for him and allowed him to stand where he does now in his career. He’s the Director of Education at StrongFirst, the school of strength founded by Pavel Tsatsouline, who introduced Russian kettlebell to the West in 1998. Brett has been teaching—and swinging—the kettlebell over the past 20 years, as well as consulting with professional teams and athletes worldwide. Despite his experience and expertise, Brett continues to

Oct 29, 2021 • 1:07:06

Keir Wenhamm-Flatt on Reverse Engineering, Pre-Season Testing and the Optimal Block

Keir Wenhamm-Flatt on Reverse Engineering, Pre-Season Testing and the Optimal Block

To the strength and conditioning coach, speaker, and consultant, Keir Wenham-Flatt, asking the right questions is as crucial as getting the right answers. Keir is the founder of Strength Coach Network, a platform that helps strength and conditioning professionals climb the coaching career ladder. He has presented at major sporting organizations, including the NFL, NBA, MLB, English Rugby Premiership, and the Argentina Soccer Primera. Keir, who has worked at the elite level of multiple sports wo

Oct 21, 2021 • 58:24

Glenn Robinson III on Basketball, Fatherhood, and Leaving a Legacy

Glenn Robinson III on Basketball, Fatherhood, and Leaving a Legacy

Glenn Robinson III is someone I’m privileged to call a friend. I remember watching his father, Glenn Robinson Jr.—also known as “The Big Dog”—when I was a young player growing up. I loved watching the Big 10 and seeing The Big Dog himself go at it. So, many years later, when I got to work with his son, Glenn, it was a huge deal for me. But Glenn never felt like he was walking in his father’s shadow. Glenn, a 7-year NBA veteran, has played with several teams, including the Detroit Pistons, the P

Oct 15, 2021 • 53:48

Michael DeSanti on the 3 Commodities: Time, Love and Energy

Michael DeSanti on the 3 Commodities: Time, Love and Energy

The author of New Man Emerging, Michael DeSanti, has always had a fascination for the human condition. He dedicated much of his younger years to learning about spirituality, psychology, human design, health, and wellness. However, it wasn’t until later—when he was working in the corporate world—that he discovered that his passions for human development and helping people could be turned into a coaching career. Today, in accordance with his life’s mission, Mike serves the world as a Men’s Fulfil

Oct 8, 2021 • 57:51

Joel Jamieson on the Train, Recover, and Repeat Mindset

Joel Jamieson on the Train, Recover, and Repeat Mindset

When Joel Jamieson, Founder and CEO of 8WeeksOut, began working with athletes and clients in his gym 20 years ago, he realized the key role of recovery, as well as its unpredictability. While the results of training were driven by recovery, recovery was, in turn, driven by factors coaches couldn’t track inside the gym: sleep duration, nutrition quality, and physical movement. Joel’s passion for closing this gap between training and recovery led him to create Morpheus, a fitness platform designe

Sep 29, 2021 • 51:58

Dr. Amy Bender on the Science of Sleep

Dr. Amy Bender on the Science of Sleep

As soon as Dr. Amy Bender’s aunt took her to a sleep lab, she became fascinated about sleep research. In fact, she was so fascinated that she eventually found herself landing a job as a sleep technologist at Washington State University, where she would go on to complete her Ph.D. in Experimental Psychology, focusing on sleep EEG. She later became a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the University of Calgary, where she worked with Canadian Olympic athletes—an experience close to her heart, as she

Sep 24, 2021 • 1:02:13

Chris Chase on Establishing Standards and Improving Performance in Basketball

Chris Chase on Establishing Standards and Improving Performance in Basketball

With a truly pragmatic approach to training, Chris Chase emphasizes establishing standards in his programs. KPIs, he notes, provides a framework that helps players get to where they need to be. Perhaps this is wisdom drawn from experience; after all, Chris has coached at every level there is. He has served as Strength and Conditioning Coach for the University of Southern California and, in 2015, was named the Atlanta Hawks’ Performance Coach. Chris is currently an NBA Strength & Conditioning Co

Sep 17, 2021 • 1:12:16

Molly Galbraith on Training during and after Pregnancy

Molly Galbraith on Training during and after Pregnancy

Like many people, Molly Galbraith was unhappy with her body when she was 18 and would spend years struggling with insecurities. But, when she discovered how she could stop comparing herself to other women, Molly dedicated her life to supporting women and helping them feel strong, confident, and empowered in their lives and bodies. She and other passionate women co-founded Girls Gone Strong as a platform dedicated to women and strength. Since its founding, Girls Gone Strong has grown to become t

Sep 10, 2021 • 1:07:08

Wil Fleming on Assessing and Implementing VBT in Olympic Weighlifting

Wil Fleming on Assessing and Implementing VBT in Olympic Weighlifting

Running Force Fitness and Performance was great, but Olympic weightlifter and sports performance coach Wil Fleming wanted to focus on his true passion… …coaching. After 10 years of owning and operating Force, Wil decided to sell the business in 2018 and founded 1Kilo Weightlifting. At 1Kilo, Wil specializes in coaching Olympic weightlifting for athletes both online and in person. In addition to his work as a coach, Wil is a sought-after speaker and the author of numerous books for athletes, inc

Sep 3, 2021 • 1:05:26

Brady Howe on the Power of Soft Skills in Leadership and Athletic Development

Brady Howe on the Power of Soft Skills in Leadership and Athletic Development

Brady Howe has had many titles throughout his career. He has been an athletic trainer, strength coach, and equipment manager for various institutions and teams, including the Utah Flash, Weber State University, the Salt Lake City Stars, the Idaho Stampede, the Atlanta Hawks, and the Phoenix Suns. But the common threads that run through these are his love for basketball and his desire to uplift others. Today, as the Senior Director of Health & Performance for the Phoenix Suns, Brady is driven no

Aug 27, 2021 • 55:17

Eric Cressey on the Evolution of Baseball-Specific Training

Eric Cressey on the Evolution of Baseball-Specific Training

It’s not an exaggeration to say that Eric Cressey’s work ethic is incomparable. In addition to being the Co-Founder and President of Cressey Sports Performance—widely considered one of the premier facilities for baseball-specific training—Eric is a prolific writer who has authored over 500 articles and five books, including Maximum Strength and The High Performance Handbook. And as if that weren’t enough, Eric joined the New York Yankees in January 2020 to serve as their Director of Player Heal

Aug 20, 2021 • 1:05:35

Scott Fuchs on Body Types, Training and KPIs for Throwing the Javelin

Scott Fuchs on Body Types, Training and KPIs for Throwing the Javelin

Two-time All-American javelin thrower Scott Fuchs didn’t start his athletic career in track and field. Nope, Scott started off in baseball, which took over his life when he was 13 years old. Knowing that he could play at the collegiate level, Scott went on to play for a Division III institution right out of high school. However, he soon found himself incapable of throwing strikes. One overthrow after another, Scott kept losing his command. But instead of giving up his love of sport, Scott tried

Aug 13, 2021 • 59:20

Big Picture Program Design

Big Picture Program Design

Whether you’re new to the game or a savvy veteran, many coaches struggle with designing programs for their clients and athletes. While some feel challenged because they don’t understand the fundamentals of program design, others may feel hindered by a lack of design systems and principles. And trust me, I know…because I struggled too when I was getting started! Creating a program that meets what clients want to achieve with what they need to reach their goals felt like a real challenge, but, a

Aug 6, 2021 • 39:52

Jelani Floyd and Dan Poneman on the Life of an NBA Agent

Jelani Floyd and Dan Poneman on the Life of an NBA Agent

Becoming NBA agents wasn’t part of Jelani Floyd and Dan Poneman’s plan…like many people, they wanted to play for the NBA as kids. While Dan was in high school a website in high school where he ranked top basketball players in the state. He later found his niche in athletics not as a player, but as a writer. From a writer, he became a scout and—15 years later—an agent. Jelani, an Arthur Ashe National Sports Scholar, played professional basketball in Europe after becoming a stand-out student-athl

Jul 30, 2021 • 49:05

Ben Eisenmenger on Strongman Training, Competition and Life

Ben Eisenmenger on Strongman Training, Competition and Life

Ben Eisenmenger’s passion for training and physical preparation began early in his life, when he started doing workouts from muscle magazines in his basement using his father’s weights. Much of his inspiration came from his father, who lifted weights despite having cerebral palsy. Ben eventually pursued wellness and training full-time after college and trained for bodybuilding, hardstyle kettlebell, and strongman. He won Kentucky’s Strongest Man in 2018 at 105kg, West Virginia’s Strongest Man i

Jul 23, 2021 • 55:48

Ron McKeefery on Creating Community, Culture and Success

Ron McKeefery on Creating Community, Culture and Success

The best rewards of working in the world of physical preparation and strength and conditioning aren’t always financial, but that doesn’t mean you can’t build monetary stability while doing what you love as a strength coach. Ron McKeefery, Assistant Athletics Director for Fresno State University, exemplifies how that’s possible. In fact, Ron—who is recognized internationally as a leader in sports development—is on his way to becoming the “million-dollar” strength coach. Twice named as the Colleg

Jul 16, 2021 • 1:02:41

Scott Caulfield on the Wide-Ranging Journey of a Physical Prep Coach

Scott Caulfield on the Wide-Ranging Journey of a Physical Prep Coach

If you’re passionate about helping people, coaching is one of the best careers you can have. But Coach Scott Caulfield didn’t initially know he could make a full-time career in physical preparation. After completing his undergraduate degree in Physical Education from Castleton University, Scott only coached at a local gym as a side-hustle. Once he accepted a full-time role as a coach and became a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, though, his dedication to serve others led him from

Jul 9, 2021 • 52:49

Bill Miller on Tracking, Competition and Developing Rotational Power

Bill Miller on Tracking, Competition and Developing Rotational Power

Bill Miller has been enamored with baseball, strength training, and physical improvement for as long as he can remember. When Bill was in 5th grade, his brothers became enthusiastic about strength training, and he found himself following their footsteps, using baseball as his avenue for physical improvement. He took his passion for the sport and played at the collegiate level at Trinity Christian College, where he graduated with a degree in Exercise Science. Later, Bill played independent baseb

Jul 2, 2021 • 55:44

David Grey on Co-Contractions, Systemic Movement and Knee Health

David Grey on Co-Contractions, Systemic Movement and Knee Health

David Grey was originally an athlete himself, but as he was playing in relatively higher-level sports, he was plagued with pain and injuries. He followed the “traditional” model of rehabilitation, which included isolated stretching and strengthening, and soon found himself frustrated by the process. David knew he had to take matters into his own hands, so he spent the next decade traveling the world to learn from the best minds in the industry. David learned by doing, trying things, and putting

Jun 25, 2021 • 1:07:53

Tyler Williams on Process-Driven Load Management in the NFL

Tyler Williams on Process-Driven Load Management in the NFL

“You have to fail forward. You can’t be afraid to fail.” That’s Tyler Williams’ advice on using sports science technology alongside implementing load management – but he might as well be talking about life. Like many in the industry, Tyler had always been interested in sports despite his lack of genetic advantages. He worked to gain a competitive edge, continuously striving to become 1% better at sports. Later, after graduating with a degree in Exercise Science from Truman State University, Tyl

Jun 18, 2021 • 52:59

Mike Camporini on the Journey from PT Student to the Real World

Mike Camporini on the Journey from PT Student to the Real World

Mike “Campo” Camporini got his first taste of the physical preparation world while in elementary school. A long-time athlete, Mike’s passion for physical fitness and playing sports led him on a career journey to become a physical therapist. Today, Mike works as a PT and strength coach based in Phoenix, Arizona. He holds a DPT from Simmons University, a bachelor’s in Exercise Science from Springfield College and has spent a ton of time at IFAST. He has worked in both the collegiate setting and p

Jun 11, 2021 • 1:02:18

Adam Menner on the Role of Speed Development in Basketball

Adam Menner on the Role of Speed Development in Basketball

Adam Menner started his college career as a psychology major, but when he interned at Defrancos Training Systems, where he did rehab work and contributed to coaching and programming, he discovered his passion for the world of physical preparation. Though the internship inspired Adam to change his major to Kinesiology & Exercise Science, he saw the important role his experience with studying psychology played in building relationships with athletes, as well as how forging great rapport impacts a

Jun 4, 2021 • 49:29

Derek Hansen on Con Ed, Microdosing, and Bringing Speed Training to the Masses

Derek Hansen on Con Ed, Microdosing, and Bringing Speed Training to the Masses

Derek Hansen is an international sports performance consultant specializing in speed development, strategic performance planning, return-to-competition protocols, and neuromuscular electrical stimulation programming. As a life-long athlete with a passion for speed and sprint training, Derek’s career initially began in Track and Field, where he provided coaching and training programs to sprint athletes of all ages. After graduating from the University of British Columbia and McGill University, D

May 28, 2021 • 1:08:13

Zach Dechant on Movement over Maxes and the Mistake of Chasing Strength

Zach Dechant on Movement over Maxes and the Mistake of Chasing Strength

Zach Dechant grew up in a farming community in Kansas, where the population is 300 people (or less, depending on the day). Their high school didn’t have a weight room, nor a coach who knew anything about strength and conditioning. But Zach knew that if he was going to become a college athlete, he’d need to learn how to become bigger, stronger, and faster. So, with the money he earned from the farm, Zach bought his own weights and started teaching and training himself. Heeding his father’s advic

May 21, 2021 • 45:13

Dave Schoch on Experience, Stories, and Stimulating the Change with the Gen Pop

Dave Schoch on Experience, Stories, and Stimulating the Change with the Gen Pop

Though athletes and general population clients may seem different, they have the same reason they go to the gym: to change. Whether it’s to change their athletic performance or their capacity to do their daily chores, IFAST morning coach Dave Schoch suggests that the job of coaches and trainers is to facilitate the changes clients desire. But working with the gen pop requires a different approach. After graduating with a bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science from Indiana University in Bloomingt

May 14, 2021 • 54:53

Ken Vick on Sharing, Speed Development, and Being a Radical Centrist

Ken Vick on Sharing, Speed Development, and Being a Radical Centrist

Although Ken Vick – President and High-Performance Director at Velocity Sports Performance – loved sports in high school, he didn’t begin his career in coaching right away. Ken completed his undergraduate studies at Columbia College Chicago with a degree in Sound Engineering & Acoustic Design. It wasn’t until later, when his wife worked in the fitness industry, that Ken fell in love with coaching. He soon started his career in the world of physical preparation as a weightlifting coach and progr

May 8, 2021 • 56:57

10 Important Lessons I’ve Learned from Coaching Youth Sports

10 Important Lessons I’ve Learned from Coaching Youth Sports

When you have kids, you start seeing the world through their eyes – and you definitely learn a lot from them. I played a lot of sports growing up. And by a lot, I mean if you can think of it, I’ve probably played it at some level. For me, personally, I enjoyed sports because I loved competing and learning athletic skills. And thankfully, this passion translated into a career where I get to work with athletes.! I could say that being in the world of sports and physical preparation all these year

Apr 23, 2021 • 44:26

Mike Kay on Training with Intent and Windows of Adaptation

Mike Kay on Training with Intent and Windows of Adaptation

Many young, aspiring coaches think that the path to becoming trainers is as smooth as just graduating from school then landing their dream job. Sometimes, there are lots of stops and hiccups along the way. Sometimes, there’s a lot of detours involved. Take Michael Kay, a Doctor of Physical Therapy based in Phoenix, Arizona. He never thought about becoming a physical therapist or trainer – in fact, he once majored in English and wanted to go to law school. After realizing it wasn’t right for him

Apr 15, 2021 • 50:51

Max Schmarzo on Plyometrics, Jump Training and Elite Athleticism

Max Schmarzo on Plyometrics, Jump Training and Elite Athleticism

Playing sports initiates all things performance, whether it’s about trying to be a better jump shooter or a better athlete. And that’s exactly the catalyst that sparked the passion of applied sports scientist and educator Max Schmarzo. After playing Division III Basketball for Coe College, where he also completed his degrees in athletic training and strength & conditioning, Max was further inspired by the knowledge and experience he earned as an undergrad and collegiate athlete. He later furthe

Apr 9, 2021 • 1:09:01

Danny O’Rourke on the Transition from Athlete to Coach

Danny O’Rourke on the Transition from Athlete to Coach

Danny O’Rourke has seen soccer from the vantage point of both athlete and coach. After playing collegiate soccer at Indiana University – where he played 83 games, who back-to-back National Championships and the MAC Hermann Trophy – Danny had an 11-year MLS career. In the early years of his career as a professional soccer player, Danny was immediately esteemed as one of the bright young prospects at midfield and later won two MLS cups, in addition to being a three-time Supporter’s Shield champio

Apr 2, 2021 • 53:27

Sam Pogue on Resilience in the Fitness Industry

Sam Pogue on Resilience in the Fitness Industry

Performance Coach and Brand Strategy Consultant Sam Pogue knows what it takes to be resilient in a time of uncertainty. After his stint as Director of Strategic Partnerships and Senior Coach for Onnit, Sam moved to Colorado to work for TrueCoach as Vice President of Brand. Amidst the global pandemic, Sam was laid off following the organization’s acquisition by TSG. But Sam did not fret. Instead, he saw it as an opportunity. Sam became an entrepreneur and designed the Be Less Un-fit program, a p

Mar 26, 2021 • 1:05:16

Lee Taft on Assessing and Coaching Speed Effectively

Lee Taft on Assessing and Coaching Speed Effectively

To me, Lee Taft is more than a highly-respected and world-renowned athletic movement specialist: He has been a constant mentor and role model who helped shape my thoughts on speed training. A former physical education teacher, Lee began his career in the world of physical preparation in 1989 and has since been helping people take their speed to the next level. In addition to his work as a coach, speaker, and consultant, Lee has also created numerous books, videos and courses on speed developmen

Mar 19, 2021 • 1:00:18

Jimmy Stitz on Building a Durable, Adaptable and Robust Volleyball Player

Jimmy Stitz on Building a Durable, Adaptable and Robust Volleyball Player

Born and raised in Minnesota, Athletic Performance Coach for Women’s Senior National Volleyball team Jimmy Stitz has always known he wanted to become a coach. Growing up with a passion for many sports, Jimmy stumbled into the world of strength and conditioning at an early age. Realizing his athletic career may not have been strong enough to become a high-level sport coach, Jimmy turned his sights to a different form of coaching – as a strength and conditioning coach and physical preparation spe

Mar 12, 2021 • 50:21

Joel Jamieson on Merging Fitness and Technology to Unlock Human Potential

Joel Jamieson on Merging Fitness and Technology to Unlock Human Potential

When 8 Weeks Out founder and best-selling author Joel Jamieson began his career in the fitness industry, he immediately learned the importance of data in gauging the factors that affect fitness and recovery. But what’s interesting is that those factors are often found outside the gym. Without an objective technology that can monitor these factors, coaches’ decisions on their client’s fitness programs will revolve around guesswork. Joel, one of the world’s authorities on strength, conditioning,

Mar 5, 2021 • 1:11:34

Kyle Pfaffenbach on Turning the Screws with Principle-Based Nutrition

Kyle Pfaffenbach on Turning the Screws with Principle-Based Nutrition

From his experience working with elite athletes, Nutrition Consultant Kyle Pfaffenbach knows all too well a pitfall athletes tend to have: While they are driven for success, they can be too strict with everything from training to nutrition. Kyle is an Associate Professor of Health and Human Performance at Eastern Oregon University, where he teaches exercise physiology and nutrition in addition to his work with high-level athletes. And while he acknowledges the passion athletes have for training

Feb 26, 2021 • 1:02:23

Joe Kenn on 32 Years of Continued Success in Physical Preparation

Joe Kenn on 32 Years of Continued Success in Physical Preparation

What does it take to have a long, stable career in the world of sports and physical preparation? And how do you make yourself stand out in a competitive industry where everyone is welcome to enter? Veteran Strength & Conditioning Coach Joe Kenn, whose career spans more than 30 years, is a well of wisdom when it comes to having an enduring career in the sports and fitness industry. Whatever he has worked on – whether it’s 20-plus years in a Division I setting or the last nine years coaching the

Feb 19, 2021 • 1:16:31

Chris Barnes on the Evolution of Sports Science in Professional Soccer

Chris Barnes on the Evolution of Sports Science in Professional Soccer

Sports science is a common thing in elite and professional sports today – but it hasn’t always been that way. Over the past 25 years in his career at high-level sports, sports scientist and consultant Chris Barnes has seen how sports science has evolved and gained prominence. When he began his career as a sports scientist with Middlesbrough FC, Chris noted that sports science was only at the periphery of professional sports. But nobody understood what it was and how it could be used. Yet, as Ch

Feb 12, 2021 • 1:03:34

Mike Coval on Developing a Complete High School Athlete

Mike Coval on Developing a Complete High School Athlete

It can be challenging to coach a high school athlete. Caught between training and studying, these young athletes have a lot of things going on in their lives and can be prone to fatigue and exhaustion. Especially during the COVID-era. Former IFAST intern Mike Coval knows this all too well. Mike is the owner of COVAL Fitness, a personal training studio in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Over the last 10 years, Mike has worked with countless high school athletes to improve their physical fitness and perform

Feb 5, 2021 • 55:14

Donovan Santas: The Evolution over 21 Years in Pro Baseball

Donovan Santas: The Evolution over 21 Years in Pro Baseball

Over his 21-year-long career in professional baseball in different capacities, Donovan Santas has seen some of the most momentous changes and shifts in the sports industry – from how strength training is implemented to how the strength & conditioning coach’s role has gained prominence. But Donovan didn’t always have the fancy tools he has access to today As a young man, Donovan grew up working on a farm in the middle of Wisconsin, in a town with only 750 people. Yet, he loved sports and knew he

Jan 29, 2021 • 52:05

Jon Pope on Resilience, Stress Physiology, and Changing Beliefs

Jon Pope on Resilience, Stress Physiology, and Changing Beliefs

Jonathan Pope is an embodiment of what it means to be resilient. As a high school athlete, Jon was a six-foot, 150-pound, right-handed baseball pitcher who could throw a ball 90 miles an hour. But he needed to get bigger and throw harder if he wanted to play at the Division I level. Thinking that the gym would be his key to becoming a more powerful athlete, Jon devoted his efforts to lifting weights. In his sophomore year, Jon had a serious accident and by the time he started playing in college

Jan 22, 2021 • 1:02:14

Ashley Jones on Planning, Programming and the Quadrant System in Rugby

Ashley Jones on Planning, Programming and the Quadrant System in Rugby

Early in his life, Ashley Jones had aspired to become a professional rugby player, but a shoulder injury derailed him from becoming an elite-level player. That didn’t stop him, though. Ashley continued to realize his love for rugby and sports by getting into a training role. He went on to earn a degree in Physical Education and committed his life to training and coaching. And over the past 25 years, Ashley has worked with basketball teams, rugby leagues, and rugby unions at club and internation

Jan 15, 2021 • 1:09:05

Joey Burton on the Life and Times of an NBA Skill Development Coach

Joey Burton on the Life and Times of an NBA Skill Development Coach

Basketball Skill Development Coach Joey Burton saw at a very young age what bad coaching looked like. As a high school player, Joey felt frustrated over his coaches’ blatant display of politicizing and favoritism. Though this experience discouraged him from playing in high school, Joey remained passionate about basketball and eventually played in college. Being a collegiate basketball athlete opened Joey’s eyes to what high-end basketball looked like, and encouraged him to eventually become a c

Jan 8, 2021 • 1:03:11

Dr. Sarah Martin on EVERYTHING Pelvic Floor

Dr. Sarah Martin on EVERYTHING Pelvic Floor

Dr. Sarah Martin completed her doctorate in Neurobiology from the University of Kentucky in 2008. While in graduate school, one of her peers introduced Sarah to T-Nation, kicking-off her interest and love for lifting and physical preparation. After completing her PhD in Neurobiology, Sarah further pursued her interest and returned to the University of Kentucky to study Physical Therapy under a Mary McMillan Award from the American Physical Therapy Association and graduated in 2014. Today, in ad

Jan 1, 2021 • 1:01:46

Grant Downie on Recruitment, Success and Selling the Dream in Sports

Grant Downie on Recruitment, Success and Selling the Dream in Sports

Grant Downie is a consultant in medical and performance solutions for elite sports. In his childhood days, Grant saw how physical therapists worked on the playing field, treating athletes and their injuries. The role appealed to him as it posed an opportunity for him to improve a person’s quality of life. He soon became a chartered physiotherapist in 1984, volunteering in sports like rugby and football as he worked for the UK’s National Health Services. Later, Grant’s love of people enkindled i

Dec 26, 2020 • 1:04:39

Craig Weller on Building Healthy, Resilient and “Goal-Fixedness” Focused Athletes

Craig Weller on Building Healthy, Resilient and “Goal-Fixedness” Focused Athletes

Being raised with a growth mindset immensely helped the Exercise Specialist and founder of Barefoot Fitness, Craig Weller. A former US Navy SWCC, Craig volunteered for a Navy special operations unit, despite not knowing how to swim and knowing that most of the people who actually do know how to swim tend to fail the selection. But through resilience, grit, and mental toughness, Craig eventually became a Special Warfare Combatant Crewman and Worldwide Personal Protective Service Security Special

Dec 18, 2020 • 1:03:03

Dr. Marc Bubbs on Building a Complete Nutrition Program

Dr. Marc Bubbs on Building a Complete Nutrition Program

Dr. Marc Bubbs is a Naturopathic Doctor and author of Peak: The New Science of Athletic Performance That is Revolutionizing Sports. Marc, like many people in high school, was active and played a lot of sports. But an illness ran him down in his senior year, impacting his health so much that he lost a significant amount of weight. When the doctors couldn’t figure out what was happening, he was directed to a nutritionist. Marc was so incredibly astonished at the simple but powerful impact of nutr

Dec 11, 2020 • 50:20

Alex Calder on Developing a Bulletproof Soccer Player

Alex Calder on Developing a Bulletproof Soccer Player

Alex Calder is the Head of Sports Science at Houston Dynamo’s Sports Performance team. Born and raised in Melbourne, Australia, the then 17-year-old Alex received a scholarship in North Dakota. There, Alex competed for a Division II college, where he also learned about the ins and outs of sports management before returning home after two years of studying. As Alex continued to work on his ASCA certification and Bachelor’s in Exercise & Sports Science, he continued to coach in a private facility

Dec 4, 2020 • 54:44

Ask Mike: The Big Q&A Show

Ask Mike: The Big Q&A Show

Whether you’re a veteran or new, there is always something new to learn or think about when you’re a  coach. From educating your clients on a program to choosing the best exercises for athletes, it’s easy to get overloaded with information. But don’t worry! Learning is crucial to our growth as coaches, and one of the key characteristics that make a great coach is their willingness to approach others and ask questions. In this episode, I discuss how you can communicate with your clients the prin

Nov 27, 2020 • 51:00

Pat Rigsby on the Past, Present and Future of Fitness Business

Pat Rigsby on the Past, Present and Future of Fitness Business

Pat Rigsby is a fitness business coach who has been in the industry since 1994. Growing up in Portsmouth, Ohio, Pat never had an interest in entrepreneurship and wanted to be a Major League Baseball player. And even though he had a season in professional baseball, he eventually realized playing the sport wasn’t his calling and set his sights on coaching. Pat started his career as a collegiate baseball coach and later moved into the private fitness sector in the early 2000s, armed with a Bachelo

Nov 20, 2020 • 53:29

Steve Tashjian on Logistics, Integration and High-Performance Teams

Steve Tashjian on Logistics, Integration and High-Performance Teams

Steve Tashjian was a soccer hack who got injured and had a taste of what bad rehab looked like. Nevertheless, the experience taught him to appreciate physical movement and kindled his interest in the medical and biomechanical fields. Taking his growing passion with him over the years, Steve worked as the Head of Fitness Coach for the Columbus Crew in the MLS after completing his master’s degree in Physical Therapy at the Western University of Health Sciences. From there, he accepted an opportun

Nov 13, 2020 • 1:03:51

Alex Effer on Assessments, Exercise Selection, and Coaching

Alex Effer on Assessments, Exercise Selection, and Coaching

As a young Canadian, Alex Effer understood the importance of health and physical activity from playing hockey, and he dreamed of playing the sport professionally, a life path that contrasts the careers of his accountant parents. Although health complications later hindered Alex from becoming an NHL player, he accepted the challenge to overcome physical pain and educated himself on several fitness, rehabilitation, and nutrition models – all this, in addition to his degree in Exercise Physiology

Nov 6, 2020 • 1:11:48

Josh Bonhotal on the Future of Health & Wellness Training

Josh Bonhotal on the Future of Health & Wellness Training

Josh Bonhotal had to write a letter to his future self for his 3rd grade class. Growing up in the era of Michael Jordan, Josh had dreamed of becoming a starting point guard for the Chicago Bulls. Although he didn’t become point guard, Josh was already working as an intern for the Bulls by the time he opened the letter from his younger self; he even later became the Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach for the team. As the doors of opportunities continued to open for him, Josh went on to serv

Oct 30, 2020 • 1:16:09

Kaiti Jones on Criteria-Based Approaches to Reconditioning

Kaiti Jones on Criteria-Based Approaches to Reconditioning

Kaiti Jones has had a personal journey with sports and athleticism. After playing sports throughout high school, Kaiti was approached by many educational institutions to play at the collegiate level. But, growing up in a small town in Michigan, Kaiti wanted to go to a larger university and be around many people. She decided to forego her athletic career and worked on her bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training at Central Michigan University. Yet, her competitive side remained and eventually led

Oct 23, 2020 • 54:43

Building a Principles-Based Approach to Training with Michelle Boland

Building a Principles-Based Approach to Training with Michelle Boland

Dr. Michelle Boland is a Certified Strength & Conditioning Coach and the owner of Michelle Boland Training. Growing up in Massachusetts, Michelle’s expanding interests in athletics and sports led her to playing soccer and basketball at the collegiate level as she studied Nutrition. Spurred further by her life passion for sports performance, she later completed a PhD in Exercise Physiology at Springfield College. And today, Michelle is devoted to helping fitness professionals turn complex traini

Oct 16, 2020 • 44:22

The Life and Times of Being a High Performance Director with Dave Tenney

The Life and Times of Being a High Performance Director with Dave Tenney

Dave Tenney has dedicated his career to the evolution of the high-performance sport. He is the High Performance Director for the Major League Soccer expansion franchise, Austin FC, and is highly invested in building a high-performance department that supports the needs of its athletes, coaches, and management. Prior to joining Austin FC, Dave served as the High Performance Director for the Orlando Magic in the NBA Team and the Seattle Sounders of the MLS. Dave joins me today to reveal the cruci

Oct 9, 2020 • 56:41

Adam Loiacono on the Need for Systems, Values and Processes

Adam Loiacono on the Need for Systems, Values and Processes

Adam Loiacono is the Director of Rehabilitation for the Phoenix Suns. His decade-long career in professional sports includes working as a Performance Therapist for the Atlanta Hawks and serving in various roles for the NBA, MLS, and NWSL. Equipped with a Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree, Adam blends his experience from sports science, performance training, and physical therapy to manage and monitor the wellbeing of various populations in sports, from youth athletes to professional sports te

Oct 2, 2020 • 51:31

Darcy Norman on the Value of Working with Interesting People

Darcy Norman on the Value of Working with Interesting People

Darcy Norman is a consultant and physiologist working as the Director of Performance Science at Kitman Labs and as the Movement coach for the US Men’s National soccer team. Darcy is a fantastic person from whom I always learn a ton from. In addition to his skills in soccer and athletic training, Darcy is also well-skilled in biomechanics, data analysis, and technology. He previously worked as a Fitness & Rehab Coach and Performance Data Analyst for the German National Football Team and as Direc

Sep 25, 2020 • 52:54

Tommy Ardito on Side Hustles, Perseverance and Diversification

Tommy Ardito on Side Hustles, Perseverance and Diversification

Tommy Ardito has a no-nonsense approach when it comes to fitness training and life. He started working early in his life, and by taking jobs to get himself through college, Tommy eventually completed his Nutrition and Exercise Science degree at Queens College. Today, Tommy is the founder and Head Strength & Conditioning Coach of Brooklyn Fitness, an inclusive and supportive training gym based in South Slope, Brooklyn, NYC. At Brooklyn Fitness, Tommy and his team deliver bespoke workouts to ensu

Sep 18, 2020 • 58:18

10 Tips for Smarter Program Design

10 Tips for Smarter Program Design

Let’s be honest…writing training programs can be a daunting task. What are the factors you need to keep in mind? How can you make a workout session as efficient and enjoyable as possible? Program design is something I have always been fascinated with. It’s been a while since my first program, and luckily (or hopefully, at least), I’ve improved my game over the years and learned a few things that could help you design your training program. In this episode, I share ten tips that can help you cre

Sep 11, 2020 • 39:38

6 Things that I’ve Learned (or Re-Learned) in 2020

6 Things that I’ve Learned (or Re-Learned) in 2020

At the start of 2020, many of us had goals we wanted to hit and never thought how it would be the strange year that it is. But today is a valuable time to gain perspective and figure out what we’ve learned so far and what we’re going to do to move forward. After all, it’s not about the destination, but the journey. And the journey is never a straight line. So it’s helpful to stop and think about what sort of detours we can take when it comes to business, fitness, and life. In this episode, I sh

Sep 4, 2020 • 36:14

Scott Schutte and Dr. Janine Stichter on the Psychology of Fitness in 2020

Scott Schutte and Dr. Janine Stichter on the Psychology of Fitness in 2020

Scott Schutte is an author, fitness and nutrition professional, and the co-founder of Evolved Personal Training. Scott is dedicated to making a holistic impact on his clients’ lives and has spent his career learning and working with leading experts in the health and fitness industry to support the optimal growth and development of his clients. Dr. Janine Stichter is an educator and business coach. She has a Ph.D. in Behavior Analysis and has authored over 90 peer-reviewed research books. Throug

Aug 28, 2020 • 1:06:26

Dr. Matt Jordan on the Science and Practice of ACL Rehab

Dr. Matt Jordan on the Science and Practice of ACL Rehab

Dr. Matt Jordan bridges the gap between science and coaching. He is a sought-after presenter on return to sport after injury, training program design for elite athletes, and creating interdisciplinary high performance practitioner teams. Matt’s Ph.D. research focused on return to sport neuromuscular monitoring for athletes with ACL injury, so it only makes sense that we take a deep dive into that world here. So in this show, Matt and I talk about his legend first mentor – Charles Poliquin, th

Aug 21, 2020 • 1:08:03

Jonathan Goodman on Building Your Online Coaching Business

Jonathan Goodman on Building Your Online Coaching Business

Jonathan Goodman is the founder of the Personal Trainer Development Center and Online Trainer Academy Certification. He’s authored 11 books and lived in ten countries. You can listen to him host the hilarious and educational Online Trainer Show on iTunes, Spotify, or YouTube. In this show, Jon and I cover a ton of ground, but a few highlights include why you don’t necessarily need a vision to be successful early on, the constraints you deal with in offline versus online coaching, and he even of

Aug 15, 2020 • 1:23:58

Andy McCloy on Training, Business and LIFE

Andy McCloy on Training, Business and LIFE

Andy McCloy is one of the most authentic and real people I know. In high school, Andy found his passion for athleticism and fitness. He cultivated and followed this passion and, at 18 years old, started his own business, and later found his calling in mentoring young athletes. As the owner of BCI Sports Performance & Fitness, Andy and his company work with clients from high school and collegiate players to professional athletes and the general population, helping them reach higher levels of ath

Aug 7, 2020 • 1:00:06

Sean Muldoon on How a “Non-Soccer Guy” Became Successful in Soccer

Sean Muldoon on How a “Non-Soccer Guy” Became Successful in Soccer

Sean Muldoon is currently in his 3rd season as the Seattle Sounders’ Head Strength & Conditioning Coach. Before joining the Sounders staff in 2016, Sean—a “non-soccer guy”—coached at the collegiate level, serving as an Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach for UNC Charlotte and as the Interim Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach for the University of Miami. Despite never having played soccer before, Sean has found his success with the Seattle Sounders, where he supports the high-performanc

Jul 31, 2020 • 1:00:01

David Sutton on Communication and Relationships Across Cultures

David Sutton on Communication and Relationships Across Cultures

David Sutton has been delivering Strength & Conditioning and Sport Science support for over 21 years. He has a unique track record of working in 16 different sports at the elite level and maximizing the physical preparation of athletes worldwide. In the UK, David—a known positive disruptor—worked with the Northants County Cricket Club and helped the team progress from being the UK’s least successful team to landing three finals and two national titles. Today, David is the Lead Strength & Condit

Jul 24, 2020 • 56:57

Erica Suter on Building Humans First, and Soccer Players Second

Erica Suter on Building Humans First, and Soccer Players Second

Ever since she was in middle school, Erica Suter has been strength training, and her love of athleticism was encouraged and supported by her parents. Soon, Erica played collegiate soccer while studying at John Hopkins University, where she was recognized as an Outstanding Female Athlete. Erica eventually played soccer semi-professionally in Brazil, where she also found her passion for coaching the youth. Today, Erica is a Soccer Skills and Strength Conditioning Coach who helps youth soccer play

Jul 17, 2020 • 46:15

Jason Feariheller on Building Multi-Directional Speed and Power

Jason Feariheller on Building Multi-Directional Speed and Power

How do athletes reach their fullest potential? This is the question that got Jason Feairheller deeper into the world of physical preparation. Jason – Strength Coach and Co-Owner of Function and Strength in Bridgeport, PA – began specializing in speed and agility training at Lightning Fast Training Systems, where he trained high school, college, and professional athletes. In addition to his work as a coach, Jason writes on fitness and training and contributes to SimpliFaster. Jason joins me toda

Jul 10, 2020 • 45:59

Lou Schuler on Writing, Communication and Media in the Fitness Industry

Lou Schuler on Writing, Communication and Media in the Fitness Industry

Lou Schuler is a journalist, author, presenter, and Editorial Director of the Personal Trainer Development Center. You could say Lou wasn’t the fastest or strongest kid on the block when he was young, but that didn’t stop him from getting into working out when he was 13 years old. His passion for health & fitness became a part of his identity that, later in life, he was able to merge it with his love for the written word. After starting his career in the fitness industry as a Fitness Editor, L

Jul 3, 2020 • 1:09:14

Nick Grantham on Being Brilliant at the Basics and the Lost Art of Coaching

Nick Grantham on Being Brilliant at the Basics and the Lost Art of Coaching

Considering the fact that Nick Grantham grew up in a sporty family, it’s no surprise that sports plays a prominent role in his life. He started playing football, and rugby, until he found Taekwondo, for which he competed internationally. After six years of working in banking & insurance, Nick’s passion for Taekwondo led him to study Sports Science at the University of Chester, where he also completed his Master’s in Exercise and Nutrition Science. For over 23 years, Nick has been working as a S

Jun 26, 2020 • 56:25

Yoeri Pegel on Physical Prep, Player Development, and Creating Connections

Yoeri Pegel on Physical Prep, Player Development, and Creating Connections

Yoeri Pegel didn’t come to the world of physical preparation with an exercise science background. He went to Universiteit van Amsterdam in the Netherlands, where he studied business economics. But that didn’t stop him from following his passion for sports. He took his first steps in coaching by going to a local public gym, where he was accepted for a strength & conditioning internship. Today, Yoeri spends his time as the Strength & Conditioning Coach for the Dutch Men’s National Basketball Team

Jun 19, 2020 • 1:01:49

Dr. Teddy Willsey on Bridging the Gap from Rehab to Performance

Dr. Teddy Willsey on Bridging the Gap from Rehab to Performance

Ever since he was young, Dr. Teddy Willsey had always been interested in bodybuilding and science. This interest led him to the University of Pittsburgh’s Exercise Science program, and later to the Old Dominion University, where he completed his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree. In 2016, Teddy pushed his passions further and founded Healthy Baller Therapy, where he is also the Director of Sports Medicine. In addition to clinical work, Teddy is a writer who consults, teaches, and speaks worldwi

Jun 12, 2020 • 54:54

Matej Hocevar on Training Adults, Sports Science and Movement Culture

Matej Hocevar on Training Adults, Sports Science and Movement Culture

Matej Hocevar is the Owner and Co-founder of VigorGround and the Head of Strength and Conditioning at NK Olimpija Ljubljana. For years, Matej has been helping people develop their physical performance and has worked with clients from all walks of life, from national and youth athletes to general population and senior clients. His passion for sports and movement, along with his desire to help socially disadvantaged people access physical development opportunities, drove him to create The Movemen

Jun 5, 2020 • 1:06:44

The BIG Coaching Q&A Episode

The BIG Coaching Q&A Episode

Career development, continuing education, and program design: These are three KEY areas in coaching. But they could be a little overwhelming for everyone! From side-hustlers who want to coach full-time, to coaches who want to take their program to the next level, people raise a lot of questions about these topics: How do you design and improve a program? How do you expand your knowledge base? How do you even start a coaching career? In this episode, I explain how reaching out and learning fro

May 29, 2020 • 53:47

Maria Mountain on Building Elite Ice Hockey Goalies

Maria Mountain on Building Elite Ice Hockey Goalies

Maria Mountain began her career working as a trainer in a fitness center and worked her way up to become an Exercise Physiologist, Strength & Conditioning Coach, and founder of Goalie Training Pro. In 2005, she opened her strength and conditioning company, Revolution Sports Conditioning (RSC), where she worked with athletes of different sports. Committing to help ice hockey goaltenders improve and grow, Maria founded Goalie Training Pro in 2012, and in 2019, she sold RSC to focus on reaching ho

May 22, 2020 • 42:52

Steffan Jones on Speed, Power and Stiffness in Cricket Bowling

Steffan Jones on Speed, Power and Stiffness in Cricket Bowling

Steffan Jones is a former professional fast bowler for Somerset, Northamptonshire, Kent, and Derbyshire County Cricket Clubs. As a graduate of Sports Science at Loughborough University, Steffan has always been driven to take ownership of improving his physical capabilities. This led him to do his own research on human performance, coaching himself to be the best athlete he can be and even building a career upon his knowledge of human performance. Today, Steffan is a mentor and coach who special

May 15, 2020 • 56:04

Alex Wanee on Success and Setting the Standard in Professional Motorsports

Alex Wanee on Success and Setting the Standard in Professional Motorsports

Alex Wanee is the Performance Director at PitFit Training, a motorsports performance training facility in Indianapolis, Indiana. After recovering from an illness that caused him to drop out of school, Alex discovered his passion for helping athletes realize their full potential. Inspired by this discovery, Alex began working in the human performance industry while he was completing his Sports & Exercise Science degree at Ball State University. Throughout his career as a coach and mentor, Alex h

May 8, 2020 • 51:30

Matt Johnson on Building People, Teams and Culture in College Hoops

Matt Johnson on Building People, Teams and Culture in College Hoops

Matt Johnson’s passion for physical preparation started with a failure when he was 15. Despite his love and talent for basketball, Matt didn’t make it to the Junior Varsity team, so Matt sought out to make himself stronger. Along this journey, he met and trained with Lee Taft, and eventually earned his Master of Science degree in Strength & Conditioning at Marywood University. A former entrepreneur and Director of Strength and Conditioning at George Washington University, Matt has been serving

May 1, 2020 • 56:26

Karen Smith on Reaching YOUR Strength Potential

Karen Smith on Reaching YOUR Strength Potential

Karen Smith has been a Strength Coach and Personal Trainer for over 20 years. Karen specializes in kettlebell and bodyweight training and is currently a Master Instructor for StrongFirst. In the two decades of her career as a coach, Karen has trained students of all fitness levels, from beginners to US Special Forces. She has always led an active lifestyle and has been passionate about athleticism even as a child. Today, Karen is driven by her mission to help people reach their highest strength

Apr 24, 2020 • 55:36

Aaron Guyett on Habits, Rituals, and Discipline

Aaron Guyett on Habits, Rituals, and Discipline

Aaron Guyett is an entrepreneur, educator, retired Marine Corps Staff Sargeant, and devoted husband and father. Aaron founded the Innovative Results Fitness Playground after he served at the Corps, and, after becoming a Battle Ropes Master Coach for Onnit Academy, founded Battle Ropes Education, now part of Living.Fit. Aaron is dedicated to developing “leaders of leaders,” a passion he discovered during his time at the Marine Corps. To this end, he offers certifications, consultations, and work

Apr 17, 2020 • 1:02:00

John Noonan on Sacrifices, Success and Mentorship

John Noonan on Sacrifices, Success and Mentorship

John Noonan is a Consultant, Strength & Conditioning Coach, and Director of Noonan Performance. John has worked with professional youth, seniors, and international athletes from wide a range of performance sports – from professional football (soccer), rugby union/league, boxing, hockey, golf, and motorsport racing. Since his early childhood, John has always had a fascination with football. This fascination led him to study the world of Sports Science at the University of Hull and complete an MP

Apr 10, 2020 • 52:37

The 4 Biggest Mistakes I’ve Made in Programming and Coaching

The 4 Biggest Mistakes I’ve Made in Programming and Coaching

Over the last 20 years of my coaching career, I’ve definitely made every mistake in the book when in terms of writing programs and coaching athletes and clients. I got serious about coaching way back when I was at Ball State University in 2000, and ever since, I’ve done everything from one-on-one to large group sessions, and worked in every environment from rehab to high performance. And while I’ve probably committed a hundred mistakes over the years, four of them particularly stand out. In tod

Apr 3, 2020 • 30:48

Brian Buck on the Intersection Between Sports Science and Coaching

Brian Buck on the Intersection Between Sports Science and Coaching

Brian Buck grew up a huge sports fan. The love of sports eventually parlayed itself into an opportunity to play college baseball in Southern California, and eventually, play in the minor leagues. This experience in professional baseball led him to the field of sports performance, working as a coach and trainer for several teams and organizations such as the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim, Boras Sports Training Institute, and Nike. Today, Brian is the Performance Analyst and Director of Sports fo

Mar 27, 2020 • 49:06

Geoff Girvitz on Programming and Coaching for the Gen Pop

Geoff Girvitz on Programming and Coaching for the Gen Pop

Sports and athleticism used to feel like learning a second language to Geoff Girvitz, but he felt compelled to dig deeper into fitness. Today, as a fitness coach, writer, and the Founder of Bang Personal Fitness, Geoff supports his clients in making fitness a part of their life by reducing the complexity and confusion around fitness and health concepts. He is a staunch believer of human potential and ensures that he creates training programs that are enjoyable and meaningful for his clients. Ge

Mar 20, 2020 • 56:26

Lee Taft Talks Training Adults, Combines, and Strength Training for Speed

Lee Taft Talks Training Adults, Combines, and Strength Training for Speed

Lee Taft – aka the Speed Guy – is a highly-respected and world renowned athletic movement specialist. Lee is devoted to sharing his training philosophy and teaching his multi-directional speed methods to performance coaches and fitness professionals worldwide. As a former physical education teacher, Lee has been teaching foundational movement to beginners and helping young amateurs become professional athletes since 1989. He is also a sought-after athletic consultant and the author of several

Mar 13, 2020 • 46:27

Erik Huddleston on The Life of a Serial Intern

Erik Huddleston on The Life of a Serial Intern

Erik Huddleston is the Director of Performance at IFAST. Determined to become the high-level coach that he is today, Erik worked five Strength & Conditioning internship roles for private facilities and universities, including Texas Tech University and Indiana University. Erik received his degree in Exercise Science from Ball State University and his Master’s in Exercise Science from the California University of Pennsylvania. As a Strength & Conditioning Coach, Erik specializes in performance, r

Mar 6, 2020 • 51:09

Martin Rooney on Coaching, Motivation and Culture

Martin Rooney on Coaching, Motivation and Culture

Martin Rooney is a fitness expert, entrepreneur, presenter, and the best-selling author of Coach to Coach. A child of a physical education teacher and sports coach, Martin has always loved sports and fitness. He later received a track-and-field scholarship and completed his Master of Health Science and Bachelor of Physical Therapy degrees at the Medical University of South Carolina. After finishing an Olympic career, Martin took his passion further and founded Training for Warriors, a network

Feb 28, 2020 • 58:41

Leo Totten on Coaching the Olympic Lifts at Every Level

Leo Totten on Coaching the Olympic Lifts at Every Level

Leo Totten has always had a fondness for athleticism. As a child, he knew he wanted to be a teacher and coach, so after completing his degree in Health and Physical Education at West Chester University, he became a high school P.E. teacher, coaching students in several sports. This background in physical education helped Leo become a better coach and moulded his philosophy in training. Today, as the owner of Totten Training Systems, Leo takes strength and power training to the next level and im

Feb 21, 2020 • 1:01:11

Matt Hauck on Sports Science and Load Management in Professional Soccer

Matt Hauck on Sports Science and Load Management in Professional Soccer

Matt Hauck was once a high school athlete who was curious about how he can improve his performance. This thirst for knowledge drove him to become a collegiate athlete and began his career in sports science while he was studying. Later, Matt graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Science, Cum Laude at Western Oregon University, and a Master of Science degree in Exercise and Sports Science, Magna Cum Laude at Oregon State University. Matt joins me today to share his insights on sports

Feb 14, 2020 • 1:04:48

Stephanie Mock on Developing Better Systems, Coaches, and Athletes

Stephanie Mock on Developing Better Systems, Coaches, and Athletes

Stephanie Mock is the Head Olympic Sports Strength & Conditioning Coach at Mississippi State University. While attending West Virginia University for her Bachelor’s in Sports Science, Stephanie played on WVU’s Women’s Volleyball team and it was during this time that she found her niche and passion for strength conditioning – and how her training in the weight room translated onto the court. Stephanie finished her volleyball career with the Big East All-Academic Honors and Athletic Director’s Ho

Feb 7, 2020 • 54:04

Marcus Martinez: How to Unleash the Power of the Kettlebell

Marcus Martinez: How to Unleash the Power of the Kettlebell

Marcus Martinez has loved fitness and physical training from an early age. He always wanted to own a gym, so he studied finance at Chapman University to learn how to run it as a business. While he was in the finance and accounting world, Marcus continued working on fitness training and received his first training license in 2001. It was around 2007 when he started his first kettlebell gym after falling in love with the kettlebell. Today, Marcus is the Master Coach for Living.Fit and Kettlebell

Jan 31, 2020 • 1:03:32

Radley Haddad on Assessment, Evaluation and Coaching in Pro Baseball

Radley Haddad on Assessment, Evaluation and Coaching in Pro Baseball

Ever since he was a child, Radley Haddad has been passionate about baseball. Born and raised in Indiana, Radley started playing when he was six years old with his friends in their backyard. He played travel ball in high school and soon started his baseball career at West Carolina University, where he played for two years before transferring to Butler University. And eventually, after a ton of hard work, Radley got an opportunity to play in the Minor Leagues with the New York Yankees and, after

Jan 24, 2020 • 37:35

Kim Schaper on Why Women Are NOT Small Men

Kim Schaper on Why Women Are NOT Small Men

Kim Schaper is a holistic wellness coach and certified personal trainer who is passionate about helping women claim their health and wellbeing. At age 19, Kim developed anorexia, which eventually paved the way to anxiety and depression. She frequented many different treatment centers over the years that followed. When she finally overcame her struggles in her 30s, she made it her mission to turn her life around and help people who are going through the same experiences. Kim joins me today to di

Jan 17, 2020 • 43:02

4 Key Ingredients to Client and Athlete Success

4 Key Ingredients to Client and Athlete Success

An athlete’s triumph lies in more than just training inside the gym or following a routine. After all, while many coaches take their clients and athletes follow specific training programs, not all of them achieve success on the field. In that case, what separates good athletes from great ones? What are the key factors that drive an athlete’s growth and development? And how can coaches use those factors to ensure their athletes’ success? In today’s episode, I share the four key ingredients neces

Jan 10, 2020 • 42:24

Venus Lau on Movement, Energy and Flow

Venus Lau on Movement, Energy and Flow

Venus Lau is a certified trainer specializing in movement & flow since 2007 and located in Los Angeles. She has coached professional athletes, other coaches & movement professionals, celebrities, physical rehabilitation, kids, elderly, your average Jill & Joe, and everything in between. Venus has created several online fitness programs— and just launched her own VenusFit subscription app for accessibility to more students globally. She’s able to meet her clients where they’re at, and her unique

Dec 27, 2019 • 53:09

Menachem Brodie on Strength Training for the Competitive Cyclist

Menachem Brodie on Strength Training for the Competitive Cyclist

Involved in the health & fitness fields for nearly 25 years and coaching since 2000, Menachem Brodie’s last 12 years have focused on strength training for cyclists & triathletes. Over that time he has become the world leader on strength training for cyclists & triathletes, speaking & presenting internationally on the subject and having developed the worlds first Strength Training for Cyclists Certification course, which launches January 2020. Brodie is a regular contributor to PEZ Cycling News,

Dec 20, 2019 • 57:58

Brian Pannuzzo on Building Habits and Long-Term Success

Brian Pannuzzo on Building Habits and Long-Term Success

Despite a successful, high-paying career in Wall Street, Brian Pannuzzo risked it all to move across the country with his family and start a new career. He worked as a financial advisor and bond trader for firms like Merryl Lynch, but after realizing that his stellar career came at the cost of his health and relationship with his family, Brian decided to take control and change his life. Today, inspired by his journey through self-development, Brian helps other men improve their lives. In this

Dec 13, 2019 • 55:59

9 Ways to Level Up in 2020

9 Ways to Level Up in 2020

As we are about to begin a new decade, many of us are starting to make plans and goals we want to achieve for the new year. But personally, I’m not a big fan of New Year’s resolutions, because statistics show that around 90% of New Year’s resolutions are broken by the end of January. Instead, I like looking back at the previous year and critically evaluate what I did right or wrong and think about what I need to do differently to continue to grow. In today’s episode, I share ideas and tips on h

Dec 6, 2019 • 50:30

Dr. Keith Baar on Building Bulletproof Tendons

Dr. Keith Baar on Building Bulletproof Tendons

As a former athlete who considered himself mediocre, Dr. Keith Baar became curious as to why some people respond well to a training program and grew stronger while others didn’t adapt the same way. He followed this curiosity into an internship in strength and conditioning at the University of Michigan’s football team for his undergraduate degree. Later, Keith pursued a Master’s degree at the University of California – Berkeley and a Ph.D. at the University of Illinois, where he discovered the m

Nov 29, 2019 • 1:03:37

Tony Holler on Coaching, Sprinting and Feeding the Cats

Tony Holler on Coaching, Sprinting and Feeding the Cats

With a father whose entire life was about coaching and a mother whose two brothers became career football coaches, Tony Holler has an apparent coaching bloodline. So, it’s no wonder that he lives his life as a coach, coaching track for 38 years, football for 28, and basketball for 14. As a father, he has passed the coaching blood to his two sons who are now coaches. Now at 60 years old, he has retired from his 38-year career as a chemistry teacher in June 2019 – but he isn’t done yet. Tony is n

Nov 22, 2019 • 52:53

Chris Duffin on Building Superhuman Strength

Chris Duffin on Building Superhuman Strength

Growing up, Chris Duffin was what he called a “little skinny nerd,” but once he started weightlifting to balance his intellectual and physical aspects, Chris found a new confidence that positively impacted other parts of his life. He maintained this passion for strength building, coaching on the side of an 18-year leadership career in the engineering, high-tech manufacturing, and related industries. But more than turning-around companies, Chris realized that he loved transforming people’s lives

Nov 15, 2019 • 22:57

Mike Nilson on Leadership and Becoming a Complete Basketball Player

Mike Nilson on Leadership and Becoming a Complete Basketball Player

Mike Nilson eats, sleeps, and breathes basketball. From junior high through college, Mike has performed on the court – playing for the Gonzaga Bulldogs during their Sweet 16 and Elite 8 runs where he earned the WCC Defensive Player of the Year award. Unfortunately, during his senior year, Mike experienced an Achilles injury which forced him to reconsider his career path. With his passion for training, nutrition, and leadership unhindered, Mike decided to become a Strength and Conditioning Coach

Nov 8, 2019 • 57:04

Dr. John Berardi on Becoming a Change Maker

Dr. John Berardi on Becoming a Change Maker

Canadian-American health entrepreneur, Dr. John Berardi, knows first-hand the hardships involved in effecting positive change in people as well as across an industry. As the co-founder of Precision Nutrition and the founder of the Change Maker Academy, John pioneered one of the industry’s first nutrition certification courses before getting certified became a “thing.” With the passion to truly impact the lives of others and inspire them to make good nutrition and lifestyle choices, John and his

Nov 1, 2019 • 1:13:48

12 Things Every Coach Needs to Hear at Some Point in Their Career

12 Things Every Coach Needs to Hear at Some Point in Their Career

Training and coaching clients to improve their health and fitness can be fun and incredibly rewarding – but it’s not always easy. There are many things we need to consider when coaching our clients to achieve optimal performance, and sometimes, our desire and passion for helping others can lead to putting our own needs and desires on the back burner. And in a worse case scenario, it can even lead to stress, anxiety, and burnout. Today, I share the 12 things I believe every coach and trainer nee

Oct 25, 2019 • 49:31

Dana Santas on Breathing, Mobility and Becoming “The Mobility Maker”

Dana Santas on Breathing, Mobility and Becoming “The Mobility Maker”

Dana Santas developed a deep passion for Yoga, movement, and sports while attending college to earn her degree in Sociology and Marketing & Communications. Driven by her passion and the determination to achieve the American Dream, Dana left a cushy corporate job as the Director of Public Relations and Marketing to become a Yoga instructor and learn all she could about Yoga, breathing, and mobility. After working as a Yoga instructor for several years, Dana decided to pivot her career again to b

Oct 18, 2019 • 1:16:44

Ian Kadish on Athleticism, Work Capacity and Arm Care in Baseball

Ian Kadish on Athleticism, Work Capacity and Arm Care in Baseball

Since he was a kid, Ian Kadish has always been drawn to the world of sports and the weight room. Throughout his childhood, Ian participated in a wide variety of sports – everything from football, baseball, and soccer – and even basketball. So it’s no surprise that his passion for sports and performance eventually led him to play professional baseball and, later, to becoming a strength and conditioning coach. After graduating from Marshall University, Ian played four seasons of professional base

Oct 11, 2019 • 1:02:48

Nick Lambe on Becoming a Sleep Coach

Nick Lambe on Becoming a Sleep Coach

Nick Lambe is a health, strength, and sleep coach as well as a massage therapist. He is the owner of ProActive Health and Wellness, a company that also serves as a training facility for clients who want to get their lives back on track. Nick is recognized as “The Online Sleep Coach” due to his recent interest in sleep and how it affects almost every process in the body. He seeks to spread what he’s learned to an audience that yearns for a healthier body. Nick joins me today to discuss the impor

Oct 4, 2019 • 48:31

Becky Rogers on the Science and Practice of Ultra-Endurance Racing

Becky Rogers on the Science and Practice of Ultra-Endurance Racing

Becky Rogers is a an ultra-endurance athlete, microbiologist and mother of 4. Her list of accomplishments in the ultra world are too numerous to list here, but let’s just say 50 mile races might consist of a warm-up to her! In this show, Becky and I talk about how a trained microbiologist became a hardcore ultra-endurance athlete and coach, what the training looks like to compete in events that are 100, 150 or even 240 miles long, how she uses nutrition and recovery to support her training, and

Sep 27, 2019 • 1:11:37

Lee Taft on the Biggest Coaching Mistakes in Speed Training

Lee Taft on the Biggest Coaching Mistakes in Speed Training

Lee Taft is a speaker, consultant and coach for people across the globe who want to get  faster. Whether it’s working with high-level athletes, or taking a staff and helping them take their speed game to the next level, Lee is a guy that can help you get there in record time. In this show, Lee and I talk about the new training elements he’s added into his programs, why he’s such a big proponent of using bands in speed development, and then we go on a deep dive to look at the mistakes coaches ma

Sep 20, 2019 • 1:05:21

10 Quotes and Mindset Tips to Help You Level Up in Life

10 Quotes and Mindset Tips to Help You Level Up in Life

With the recent launch of my Complete Coach Certification, traveling to Seattle to speak at Joel Jamieson’s Bioforce Certified Conditioning Coach seminar, and fostering a new doggie, time has been limited to say the least! However, even though I didn’t link up with an industry insider this week, I think there’s a ton of great information and thoughts that you can take away from this show! I often get asked questions about how I operate, what my mindset is like, etc. And so in this show, I’m goi

Sep 13, 2019 • 36:07

Jae Chung on Coaching, Cuing and Building Relationships

Jae Chung on Coaching, Cuing and Building Relationships

Jae Chung worked as a coach at IFAST for seven years, coaching mostly general-population and fat loss clients. Before working at IFAST, Jae taught martial arts (primarily T’ai Chi Ch’uan), taught English in the Peace Corps, tutored writing to undergraduates and graduate students at Indiana University, and also taught violin lessons. Jae is currently enjoying a temporary retirement as a stay-at-home dad to two children under the age of 3. In this show, Jae and I talk about a ton of stuff, starti

Sep 6, 2019 • 57:05

Daniel Bove on Variability, Load Management and Winning in the NBA

Daniel Bove on Variability, Load Management and Winning in the NBA

Daniel Bove is currently serving as the Director of Performance for the Phoenix Suns. With the Suns, Daniel is tasked with managing the strength & conditioning and sports science departments. Before coming to Phoenix, Daniel worked as a strength & conditioning coach and applied sports scientist for the Atlanta Hawks.  With a diverse background in fine art, kinesiology, and data science, Daniel utilizes a diverse set of skills in the High Performance space In this show, Daniel and I cover a ton

Aug 30, 2019 • 46:31

Eric Cressey on Building the Bulletproof Baseball Shoulder

Eric Cressey on Building the Bulletproof Baseball Shoulder

Eric Cressey is the president and co-founder of Cressey Sports Performance, with facilities in Hudson, MA and Jupiter, FL. Eric has worked with clients from youth sports to the professional and Olympic ranks, but is best known for his extensive work with baseball players, as more than 100 professional players train with him each off-season. Eric publishes a free blog and newsletter at his website, www.EricCressey.com, and has a podcast at www.EliteBaseballPodcast.com. Eric is someone that I co

Aug 23, 2019 • 1:05:39

Chris Chase on the Evolution of Strength & Conditioning in Basketball

Chris Chase on the Evolution of Strength & Conditioning in Basketball

Chris Chase is the Director of Performance for the Memphis Grizzlies. In this role, he’s in charge of managing Grizzlies performance staff and weight room, writing all performance programming, and serving as one of the strength and conditioning coaches. In this show, Chris and I cover a ton of topics, including the education necessary to work in the NBA, the pros and cons of tech in sport, how his philosophy has evolved since our last episode, and a really big question we all need to be talking

Aug 16, 2019 • 1:33:20

Dr. Ramsey Nijem on Developing Young NBA Talent

Dr. Ramsey Nijem on Developing Young NBA Talent

Dr. Ramsey Nijem begins his sixth season with the Sacramento Kings, and his fourth as the team’s head strength and conditioning coach. Dr. Nijem spent two seasons as the Kings assistant strength and conditioning coach prior to his current role. Before joining the Kings, Dr. Nijem was the head strength and conditioning coach at Santa Barbara City College and an assistant strength and conditioning coach at UC Santa Barbara prior to that. In this show, Ramsey and I talk about how his inability to

Aug 9, 2019 • 1:04:20

Casey Zavaleta on Building a Strong and Healthy Female Body

Casey Zavaleta on Building a Strong and Healthy Female Body

Casey Zavaleta is a functional strength coach at All Day Fit, a personal training gym based out of Toronto, Canada. Prior to her time there, Casey also worked for Toronto FC of the MLS, and got a double-major in neuroscience and dance from Indiana University. I originally crossed paths with Casey a few years back while training her husband, Eriq Zavaleta. She was always great to chat with, and I loved how focused she was on continuing education and becoming a better trainer. In this show, Casey

Aug 2, 2019 • 52:20

5 Ways to Build Relationships and Rapport Faster as a Trainer or Coach

5 Ways to Build Relationships and Rapport Faster as a Trainer or Coach

In today’s training space, there’s a lot of lip service and cliché talk about “soft skills,” “culture” and “rapport.” Am I devaluing those things in any way, shape or form? Absolutely not! In fact I believe they’re critical to maximizing your success as a trainer or coach. But here’s the thing… …with lots of so called talk about build relationships and rapport, I find that mentioning those isn’t enough – we need to have more open discussion about HOW you actually do it! In this show, I’m going

Jul 26, 2019 • 32:33

Matthew Ibrahim on Slow Cooking and Communication in Training

Matthew Ibrahim on Slow Cooking and Communication in Training

Matthew Ibrahim is the Co-Owner, Director of Strength & Conditioning and Internship Coordinator at TD Athletes Edge in Salem, MA. He has been an invited guest speaker nationally in over 10 U.S. states, which was highlighted by his presentations at Google Headquarters, Stanford University, Equinox and Lululemon, in addition to guest speaking internationally in Milan, Italy. His professional work has been featured in Men’s Health and Men’s Fitness. Currently, he is finishing up his masters degree

Jul 19, 2019 • 42:40

10 Keys to Building Better Basketball Players

10 Keys to Building Better Basketball Players

Growing up, I was absolutely obsessed with basketball. It wasn’t uncommon for me to spend 4, 6, and sometimes upwards of 8 hours a day working on my game. And while I loved playing the game, I might love coaching basketball players even more. In this show, I cover 10 ways we can help make our basketball players stronger, healthier and more athletic. And even if you’re not a fan of the game, I think there’s enough good stuff in here to keep you entertained! Show Outline Here’s a brief overview

Jul 12, 2019 • 59:33

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