By cycling through phases of accumulation and intensification, you manage exposure to volume and intensity and keep your clients recovering and progressing towards their training goals. We discuss the nuances of periodization.

Confidence can make or break an athlete's success. Learn how to build confidence with training tools.

Can alcohol fit inside of a healthy lifestyle? What about if I’m trying to gain lean mass, lose body fat, perform at a high level, or maximize vitality? We discuss the physiological effects of booze.

Guest Michael Bann returns to discuss the Fitness Fatigue Model, specifically digestive capacity, macronutrients, and micronutrients.

What are the differences in training men and women? We chat about the physiological and personality differences between men and women and masculine and feminine clients, and how these affect program design.

Coach Michael Bann joins to discuss the Fitness Fatigue Model, specifically as it applies to mindset and functional physiology.

To count macros, or not to count macros? We discuss the pros and cons.

Sam and Michael discuss considerations for bending/hinging exercise selection and the specific needs of a quarterfinals athlete.

We're talking all things 10-minute Assault Bike for max cals—what the results mean, common limitations, and how to improve them with smart programming.

Are you someone who struggles with information overload and never has enough time? Essentialism is a book that could help you.