Beyond Sets and Reps

Perhaps the most motivating episode we’ve had yet, Jeremy Anderson, professional motivational speaker, shows us why he gets paid big bucks to be on the big stage. Coming from a place of service and humility, Jeremy speaks with such passion because he remembers where he came from and works every day to get to the next level. Whether you need a kick in the butt, a reminder of why you’re doing what you’re doing, or just need the extra oomph in your day today, this episode is for you.

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Dr. Ty is a much sought after consultant to provide research and solutions at the intersection of race, leadership and space, particularly in the field of athletics. He advocates building systems of healing, not only to begin educating yourself, but to provide education and access to those around you. And it all begins with what he calls “me-search” … it’s no longer enough to research history, but rather it takes some hard looks in the mirror to see who you are, how you were raised and how it impacts your methods of engaging with others in the world.

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Dr. Bryan Mann is our expert guest this episode as we dive into stress - our response to various stressors; how to adjust training for Covid-19 time off; measuring and tracking stress and more!

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Self-proclaimed “knucklehead football player” who made his way into administration and has seen his career thrive with his steady focus on enhancing the athlete experience both as the athlete but also the person. As a student-athlete himself, he saw coaching as his only future career path, but now hopes to open the eyes of current student-athletes to help them see the myriad of opportunities around them.

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Dr. Anne Shadle is making a career of studying what it takes to be elite - whether in sport or in the military, she has surrounded herself with the best of the best. Having completed her doctoral work studying Olympic Gold Medalists, she continues to counsel and advise elite athletes from Olympians to the MLB and NBA. Now she’s using her understanding of elite athletes to research what it takes to be an elite war fighter and then how to optimally prepare elite war fighters.

Ted, Javair, and Pat are joined by Dr. Bob Murray to discuss performance enhancing drugs/substances. Covering the gamut from legal to illegal, what’s been proven to work versus what doesn’t have the science to back it up, and everything in between, there are few mainstream substances that weren’t discussed in this episode. 

Beginning with how to get into her chosen profession, Dr. Vanessa Shannon goes into depth on several topics surrounding mental performance, specifically for athletes. From how she instills the tools and skills to her teams and individual athletes, to how they carry them over into life after sport, Dr. Shannon brings a unique perspective to Beyond Sets and Reps this week. Plus, find out what you can do when a team or athlete is in a slump.

Louisville native, Kate O’Bryan is all too eager to give back to the University of Louisville in the form of directing their Mental Health Services. After describing some of her experiences as a mental health professional, she gives us an explanation of how the university of leveraging these services for student athletes - complete with the department structure, how they’re working to destigmatize mental health, and how they’re helping athletes through the pandemic and social unrest. 

With the majority of her career being spent coaching baseball, Coach Rachel Balkovec welcomes opportunities to earn respect from those around her. Having grown better as a person and a professional because of the discrimination she faced, she’s not only looking to continue advancing her career, but she’s also going to help other women do the same.

Premier of Research 2 Reps Roundtable, a monthly special episode featuring hosts Javair Gillett, Dr. Ted Lambridines and Dr. Pat Ivey. With COVID-19 keeping athletes from sport for over two months, we address the concerns of return to play, as well as some issues in keeping athletes motivating while sheltering in place is still recommended.