In this episode, Justas Grainys — one of the sharpest minds in basketball performance — breaks down the craft of elite coaching. From decoding injury history to building data-driven training programs, he shares how years on the court have shaped his philosophy and sharpened his approach to athlete development.
Justas dives deep into real-world assessment strategies, intelligent conditioning, recovery that actually works, and why continuous education is the true separator for modern coaches. This is a conversation built on experience, precision, and passion for the game.
If you live and breathe high-performance sport, this episode delivers actionable insights you can use tomorrow.
 
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Chapters

00:26 Exploring Athletic Performance Coaching
01:57 Pre-Season and In-Season Assessments
05:56 Understanding Injury History and Its Importance
09:24 Utilizing Assessment Data for Training Programs
13:18 Post-Game Conditioning and Lifts
16:48 Evolution of Training Philosophy
20:53 Continuing Education and Lifelong Learning