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Join Tim Riley for an insightful conversation with strength and conditioning expert Joe Pedulla on the Coach 'Em Up podcast! Joe shares his journey from overcoming diabetes to becoming a successful S&C coach, and provides actionable advice for coaches at all levels.

Joe dives deep into training rotational athletes, managing cumulative fatigue, and the importance of pragmatism in coaching. Learn why focusing on what works practically rather than strict theory leads to better results, and how understanding your own coaching identity helps build stronger athlete relationships. Don't miss Joe's tips on finding balance between professional excellence and personal life, and his thoughts on what's overrated in the fitness industry today.

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In this episode of Coach 'Em Up, Tim Riley sits down with Eric Rakofsky, a high-profile trainer who works with celebrities and business executives. Eric shares his journey from boxing in Brooklyn to building a successful training business in Austin, focusing on relationship-building over high-volume client turnover.

Eric breaks down his unique retainer model, the realities of training high-profile clients, and the importance of emotional intelligence in coaching. He emphasizes that success in the fitness industry requires patience, genuine care for clients, and creating value beyond just technical expertise.

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Tim Riley and Zack Zillner welcome Dylan Shannon to the Coach 'Em Up Podcast. Dylan shares his incredible journey from 450 followers to now almost 200K in just 15 months, crediting this very podcast as his inspiration.

They dive deep into Dylan's background in rugby and strength training, his career progression, and the development of his PowerJacked training methodology. The conversation tackles overcoming imposter syndrome, the power of consistent content creation, and how embracing authenticity has led to partnerships with major fitness companies.

This episode is packed with actionable advice for coaches and content creators at any stage, emphasizing that perfect is the enemy of good and that the greatest opportunities come to those who start before they feel ready.

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Tim Riley sits down with Jimmy House, a multifaceted athlete and coach who's mastered wrestling, powerlifting, jiu-jitsu, bodybuilding, and now professional wrestling. Jimmy shares his impressive journey from amateur wrestler to powerlifting champion (815lb deadlift!) to BJJ black belt training, all while building a successful coaching business.

Jimmy provides invaluable insights on combat sports training, the mechanics of skill acquisition, and the surprising difficulty of professional wrestling compared to other athletic disciplines. They discuss the true essentials of effective training: progressive overload, fundamentals, and proper recovery - rather than flashy "combat-specific" exercises promoted by influencers.

Learn how Jimmy coaches world-class grapplers and wrestlers, his approach to injury rehabilitation without surgery, and why personalization is the key to effective coaching at any level.

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Tim Riley hosts Tatum Brandt, founder of Brandt Creative, to discuss effective brand strategy for fitness professionals. Tatum breaks down the fundamentals of personal branding, social media growth, and how to authentically connect with your audience.

Discover actionable strategies to develop your brand personality, create engaging content, and scale your products while staying true to your values. Tatum shares her expertise from working with fitness industry clients and her own journey growing her social media presence. This is one you won't want to miss!

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In this episode of Coach 'Em Up, Tim Riley sits down with Cory Castro, a strength coach at the University of Texas' football program, to discuss his journey, philosophy, and insights on coaching elite athletes.

Cory shares his path from internships to coaching quarterbacks at Texas, including lessons learned and characteristics of top performers. They dive into the importance of building genuine relationships with athletes, creating a competitive training environment, and maintaining personal accountability. Don't miss Corey's take on training philosophy evolution, balancing career and family, and the definition of mental toughness that has helped shape his coaching approach.

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This week's Coach 'Em Up episode features renowned Physical Therapist and Coach Dr. Katie Dabrowski, who shares the scoop on blending neuroscience, psychology, and strength training for optimal client experiences.

Dr. Katie shares her journey from collegiate rowing to becoming a successful PT and business owner at Old Bull Athletics. She discusses how her unique background in neuroscience, psychology, and physical therapy has shaped her coaching approach, emphasizing positive environments and psychological resilience for clients.

The episode explores the collaborative relationship between physical therapists and strength coaches, creating better client experiences, and maintaining personal well-being while building a successful practice. Katie also offers insights into her training philosophy of becoming "confusingly jacked at every decade." It's a fun listen!

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The Coach Em Up Conference is complete! Thank you to everyone who attended - it was a blast! At least I hope it was, I'm writing this before it happened.

Welcome to the newest Coach 'Em Up episode, with Tim Riley and guest Scott Salwasser, a strength & conditioning expert currently at working at Exos.

Scott shares his journey from being a sports-obsessed kid to becoming a respected S&C coach, with stops at the Oakland Raiders, Sacramento State, Texas Tech, and more. Discover the critical differences between private sector coaching versus team settings, and why your career values should dictate your path.

Learn what truly separates elite athletes from average performers, get an inside look at running NFL combine prep programs, and hear Scott's evolution in training philosophy, including his approach to Olympic lifts and new industry technology.

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The Coach Em Up Conference is this coming weekend! Be on the lookout for content coming your way, and if you got a ticket, we can't wait to see you there!

Join host Tim Riley as he welcomes Blaine McConnell back to the Coach 'Em Up Podcast! The dynamic duo dives into training tactics, speed development, and athletic performance secrets that'll take your game to the next level.

Blaine breaks down his revolutionary "Unit Combine" program that's producing elite results, including his own blazing 4.2 40-yard dash time. The coaches brainstorm an epic "Gymtathlon" competition to truly test athletic prowess across multiple dimensions. They tackle common misconceptions about sprint times (spoiler: a 4.7 40 is FAST), share practical advice on implementing heavy sled sprints for explosive acceleration, and decode the science behind post-activation potentiation for maximum performance.

Plus, Blaine reveals his most impressive athletic feats, including dunking a 10lb medicine ball and hitting his head on the rim! Get real answers to listener questions about training frequency, Olympic lifting, online coaching growth, and even the perks of being bald. Don't miss this action packed episode!

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In this episode of Coach 'Em Up, Tim Riley sits down with life coach Cru Mahoney to discuss consistency, mental fortitude, and showing up as the person you want to be. Cru shares his 2,500+ day running streak and unconventional approach to dealing with physical pain - simply caring less about it. They explore the transformative power of showing up daily regardless of how you feel, building genuine communities, and developing emotional endurance.

Cru provides insights on the true meaning of being a hybrid athlete, criticizing how some fitness trends prioritize work capacity over skill development. The conversation also tackles the challenges of having an online platform, the importance of human connection in an increasingly digital world, and practical advice for building confidence through consistent action and effective communication.

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