In this episode of The Athletic Performance Podcast, Coach Ryan Patrick sits down with Stephanie Grubbs, Major League Strength Coach for the Houston Astros, to dive deep into:

• Microdosing strategies for in-season training
• The art of managing recovery across a grueling 162+ game schedule
• How sports science informs smarter coaching decisions
• Building individualized athlete "menus" for better buy-in and performance
• Lessons from college to pro transitions—and why adaptability is the ultimate skill

Stephanie shares real-world tactics from her journey through Clemson, Mississippi State, Pitt, the NFL Women's Forum, and now the MLB. Whether you're a coach, an athlete, or a performance nerd, this conversation is packed with practical insights to level up your training.

Links Mentioned

• Email Steph: [email protected]
• Follow Steph on Instagram @coachstephmock
• Follow us on IG: @coachryanpatrick

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