Building a Fighter

By Dr. Austin Schoen

Join our weekly coffee hour where we discuss the building blocks of making you a combat ATHLETE, not just a brawler. Dr. Austin Schoen, a sports chiropractor/wrestling coach, and Alex Friedman, an eli... more

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The podcast currently has 327 episodes available.

Building a Fighter episodes:

March 04, 2024 The 5 HOTTEST TAKES In Strength And Conditioning
In our chat, we really focused on how important it is to prioritize quality over quantity when it comes to training. We talked about how crucial it is for athletes to get enough sleep and maintain a balanced lifestyle. We also debated that it's not so much about the specific exercises or routines you do in the gym, but more about the intention and effort you put into them. We stressed how vital it is to have a good coaching relationship and really understand each athlete's individual needs. Oh, and we also touched on that common misconception that having a bunch of social media followers automatically makes you a good coach.

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30min
February 26, 2024 February Freestylin'
In this engaging conversation, the speakers delve into the complexities of coaching and building efficient programs in wrestling and combat sports. They highlight the significance of allowing young athletes to explore multiple sports, while simultaneously recognizing the advantages brought by specialization as athletes mature and identify their core interests.
The discussion notably underscores the importance of the coach-athlete relationship, especially when athletes face challenging situations. The speakers stress that an effective coach not only helps athletes hone their skills but also cultivates their confidence and resilience.
The conversation also introduces a new app designed as an all-in-one resource for combat sports athletes. This innovative platform offers features like workout tracking, nutritional guidance, and progress tracking. Additionally, it provides access to premium content, making it a comprehensive and valuable tool for any combat sports athlete.
Visit our Website at ⁠buildingafighter.com⁠
Message Building a Fighter directly at [email protected]
⁠@buildingafighter⁠ on Instagram
⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbnU40nTDk17_7m614Njakw⁠
Alex: IG⁠ @strong_a.f⁠ email: [email protected]
Austin: IG ⁠ @warriorsportswellness⁠ email: [email protected]
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45min
February 19, 2024 Learn How To Elevate Your Mental Performance. An Interview With Micah Schnurstein
In this riveting episode of "Building a Fighter", hosts Dr. Austin Schoen, a sports chiropractor, and Alex Friedman, a strength coach, sit down with Micah Schnurstein, a licensed clinical social worker and a part of the sports psychology department at the Performance Institute. Micah shares his journey from being a professional baseball player struggling with performance anxiety to becoming a mental performance coach. He dives deep into the concept of the 'Negativity Bias' and how understanding the brain can change everything for an athlete. Micah also introduces the concept of 'Triple F' (Fears, Flaws, and Failures) and emphasizes the importance of psychological flexibility. The trio discuss the crucial role of mental coaching in sports, with real-life examples from baseball and MMA. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the mental side of sports performance.
Visit our Website at ⁠buildingafighter.com⁠
Message Building a Fighter directly at [email protected]
⁠@buildingafighter⁠ on Instagram
⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbnU40nTDk17_7m614Njakw⁠
Alex: IG⁠ @strong_a.f⁠ email: [email protected]
Austin: IG ⁠ @warriorsportswellness⁠ email: [email protected]

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1h 4min
February 12, 2024 How Do You Know You're At The Right Gym?
In this episode of Building a Fighter, Dr. Austin Schoen and Alex Friedman discuss the key factors when choosing the right gym. They discuss the importance of a coach's adaptability and the necessity for coaches to communicate with each other, not just with the athlete. They stress the importance of finding a balance between training and personal life, underlining that a harmonious personal life is crucial for high-performance training. Tune in to explore these topics and more.
Visit our Website at buildingafighter.com
Message Building a Fighter directly at [email protected]
@buildingafighter on Instagram
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbnU40nTDk17_7m614Njakw
Alex: IG @strong_a.f email: [email protected]
Austin: IG @warriorsportswellness email: [email protected]

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33min
February 05, 2024 Developing Coaching Systems And Collaborating For Success. An Interview With Dean Amasinger
The discussion revolves around the integration of technical and non-technical training in sports, specifically MMA. We look to emphasize the importance of understanding how these two aspects complement each other, and the role of effective communication in managing injuries and rehab. We also discuss the concept of periodization in an athlete's development and the potential development of an app to help coaches aggregate data for training load management.
Get in touch with our guest Dean Amasinger on instagram @deanamasinger

Visit our Website at buildingafighter.com
Message Building a Fighter directly at [email protected]
@buildingafighter on Instagram
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbnU40nTDk17_7m614Njakw
Alex: IG @strong_a.f email: [email protected]
Austin: IG @warriorsportswellness email: [email protected]

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1h 15min
January 30, 2024 The Role Bodywork Should Play In Combat Sports
The discussion revolves around the importance of bodywork and maintenance for athletes, particularly those in combat sports. Key points include the necessity of addressing injuries, the role of bodywork in recovery, and the importance of sleep, diet, and workload management. The conversation also touches on the financial aspect of healthcare, suggesting alternatives like massage guns, foam rollers, cold plunges, and saunas for those unable to afford regular therapy sessions. The speakers emphasize that while these alternatives are not as effective as working with a practitioner, they are better than doing nothing.
Visit our Website at buildingafighter.com
Message Building a Fighter directly at [email protected]
@buildingafighter on Instagram
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbnU40nTDk17_7m614Njakw
Alex: IG @strong_a.f email: [email protected]
Austin: IG @warriorsportswellness email: [email protected]

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33min
January 24, 2024 The Top 5 Movements You Are Missing When Training For Combat Sports
Top 5 movements that you are missing in your MMA Strength training. We dive into some of the best specific mma strength and conditioning movements that we have seen. We value these movements for their variability, use toward MMA, and overall ergonomic benefit. All of these movements have very high transferability and a high movement specificity. The movements that you are missing are all progressions of simple basic movements. We are excited to share with you our top 5 movements that your are missing in your MMA strength training! Listen in for top training in the field and how to up your game!
Visit our Website at buildingafighter.com
Message Building a Fighter directly at [email protected]
@buildingafighter on Instagram
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbnU40nTDk17_7m614Njakw
Alex: IG @strong_a.f email: [email protected]
Austin: IG @warriorsportswellness email: [email protected]

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40min
January 16, 2024 Flexibility Vs. Mobility
What is the difference between flexibility and mobility? How should we train each of them and why do they matter? We define these terms and identify the true value to getting more “flexible.” We articulate how to get there and for what purpose. This articulation includes best practices, theoretical gains, and live examples. We talk about specific mobility as it relates to mma and where these drills fit within a training scheme. We cover this topic holistically from defining the terms all the way to misconceptions and best practices on how to address these. We hope you enjoy, learn and can apply this podcast, and as always if you have questions, hit. us. up!
Visit our Website at buildingafighter.com
Message Building a Fighter directly at [email protected]
@buildingafighter on Instagram
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbnU40nTDk17_7m614Njakw
Alex: IG @strong_a.f email: [email protected]
Austin: IG @warriorsportswellness email: [email protected]
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44min
January 09, 2024 January 2024 Freestylin
Freestylin’ for the people! Talking a ton about wrestling coaching, how to create a good influence as a coach and stay positive! Then we delve into some technique talk and how to coach wrestling through live situations. We talk about systematizing a wrestling plan and how to identify the flow charts that happen in your head to end up hitting YOUR move. This is an incredibly useful podcast talking about how to build and coach a high school wrestling program! We share stories of our experiences wrestling and how wrestling has impacted our lives and coaching professions! We end up talking about instinct and how to follow them and seeing where they take you and ends in a heated conversation. Thanks for the listen and I hope you enjoy two wrestling dudes being wrestling dudes.
Visit our Website at buildingafighter.com
Message Building a Fighter directly at [email protected]
@buildingafighter on Instagram
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbnU40nTDk17_7m614Njakw
Alex: IG @strong_a.f email: [email protected]
Austin: IG @warriorsportswellness email: [email protected]
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54min
January 01, 2024 Training Fighters, Evolving As A Coach, And Developing Relationships. An Interview With Phil Daru
Starting 2024 off with a banger! Phil Daru. Phil has been super influential in the mma strength training and performance space! We talk to Phil about everything related to training, his come up, his love with sports, and now even running a business. Phil is crushing the game in training and gives us good technical insights to training the MMA population as well as tips to keep growing and finding ways to evolve and grow. Phil touches on impactful principles to his training methods such as FRC, and relationships with coaches. Phil is a real one, and we appreciate him taking the time to talk with us. Find him @darustrong where he has training programs, coaching resources and much more. Happy New year and enjoy!
Visit our Website at buildingafighter.com
Message Building a Fighter directly at [email protected]
@buildingafighter on Instagram
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbnU40nTDk17_7m614Njakw
Alex: IG @strong_a.f email: [email protected]
Austin: IG @warriorsportswellness email: [email protected]
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56min

FAQs about Building a Fighter:

How many episodes does Building a Fighter have?

The podcast currently has 327 episodes available.