In this episode, Frank & Thierry welcome Capital Strength Training Systems Strength Coach Ian Perry to discuss how developing an athlete physically is a long term process, to explain the philosophy of the MVC conditioning program, to elaborate on the various summer programs and much more.

 

(1:01) - Episode 5 - Physical Preparation with Nick Haince

 

(2:10) - Ian's bio

 

(2:26) - Why did Ian practice volleyball, lacrosse and basketball?

 

(5:18) - Why is volleyball Ian's favorite sport?

 

(6:16) - What books and podcasts does coach Perry recommend?

Atomic Habits by James Clear

The 5 AM Club by Robin Sharma

The Physical Preparation Podcast by Mike Robertson

 

(7:47) - What is the common denominator with high level athletes?

 

(10:40) - What is Ian's coaching philosophy?

 

(12:55) - What are the primary physical requirements for a volleyball player?

 

(14:45) - How can physical training be fun for a 14U athlete?

 

(17:00) - What are the differences and the value of the squat and the hinge movements for volleyball?

 

(19:50) - Is the rumour true that boys have mostly mobility issues and girls have mostly stability issues?

 

(22:30) - What is coach Perry's vision of the Maverick physical preparation program design?

 

(25:03) - What are the typical red flags in regards to the squat movement preventing an athlete from adding load to a bar.

 

(27:54) - How do you teach landing properly?

 

(30:16) - What is the typical volume of training for 14U to 18U Maverick athletes with Capital Strength?

 

(31:20) - Why did Mettle Sports Training and Capital Strength unite forces for the Maverick Comp Teams?

Maverick Prep - Mini Band Series

Maverick Prep - Core Series

 

(32:10) - What are the different stages a Maverick athlete will complete from 14U to 18U?

 

(37:20) - Why Coach Perry doesn't recommend high box jumping?

 

(37:51) - Are ladder drills a good way to build agility for a volleyball player?

 

(39:15) - Is Olympic lifting included for Maverick athletes training at Capital Strength?

 

(41:55) - Should cardio training be included at some point in a training program designed for a volleyball player?

 

(46:00) - How should athletes' jumping loads be managed between the school coach, the club coach and the strength coach?

 

(54:40) - What are exemplary traits some Maverick athletes demonstrate that all athletes should follow?

 

(58:01) - What are the various programs CSTS is offering MVC athletes this upcoming off-season?

 

(62:56) - How does the Kinduct app function and how does it enhance the athlete's program?

 

(64:30) - Is the commitment rate from the MVC athletes sufficiently high in the off-season?

 

(67:00) - What are some pitfalls athletes in each stream might face and how to solve them?

 

(71:00) - Follow Capital Strength on Instagram at @capital_strength_ts