There’s no room for guesswork in coaching — especially when athletes start asking real questions. In this episode, Matrixx and Myles dive into the kinds of questions every coach should be able to answer: Why are we doing this lift? What’s a taper? How strong is strong enough? What do ratios actually tell us? And is injury prevention even real, or just a marketing buzzword?

They also unpack what it means to train with intent — why every athlete at IPC gets an individualized program card instead of following some random whiteboard workout. If you’re just copying and pasting sessions or throwing drills together with no real purpose, this one might sting. But if you're serious about coaching with clarity, direction, and standards, you're exactly who this episode is for.

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In this episode, Coach Manny and Matrixx dive into the key differences between European and Western styles of strength and conditioning. They explore how culture shapes sport, the evolving landscape of youth sports, and wrap it up with a rapid-fire Q&A on the latest sport science technologies. Whether you're a coach, athlete, or sport enthusiast, this conversation offers fresh insights into training philosophies and the future of performance.

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In this episode of the Performance Matters podcast, Matrixx sits down with Ashley Kowalewski—better known as AK—a powerhouse strength and conditioning coach at LSU. They dive deep into the real work behind high performance: from managing training load and recovery to building athlete autonomy, trust, and resilience. AK opens up about her journey into elite sport, the challenges women face in the field, and why mentorship and connection matter more than ever.

The conversation blends science and soul—covering everything from data-informed coaching and psychological readiness to community, coffee culture, and AK’s go-to training tools. You’ll hear laughs, lessons, and even a round of ‘F*ck, Marry, Kill: Exercise Edition.’ Whether you're a coach, athlete, or just a fan of meaningful conversations, this one hits heavy.

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In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Jordan Shallow — chiropractor, strength coach, and founder of Pre-Script — to talk about the massive disconnect between rehab and performance. From biomechanics to athletic development, we break down why athletes are falling through the cracks and what needs to change. Expect straight talk on strength, nervous system training, and why “corrective” doesn’t always mean effective. If you work with athletes, this one’s a must-listen.

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In this episode of the Performance Matters Podcast, we sit down with Mihai Raducanu — former pro basketball player, entrepreneur, and championship-winning coach. Mihai shares his journey from growing up in Romania to carving out a career through grit, growth, and relentless hard work.

We explore how his mindset has fuelled his transition from athlete to business leader, as he’s helped build multiple sport-based businesses and led elite-level basketball skill camps across the globe. Mihai also reflects on his recent success coaching the Mohawk College women’s basketball team to their first OCAA championship in 34 years — a testament to his leadership and long-term vision.

Whether you're a coach, athlete, or entrepreneur, this conversation will challenge you to level up your game — on and off the court.

You can learn more about Mihai or get in touch through Instagram @mihairaducanuofficial

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From hot takes and hill-dying opinions to real athlete dilemmas, Coaches Matrixx and Myles answer the questions coaches whisper about and athletes argue over.
Is sport-specific training BS? Are Olympic lifts overrated? Should you even lift in-season?
We’re not here to play it safe. We’re here to say what needs to be said.

🔊 No fluff. No filters. Just real talk from the weight room trenches.

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Episode 19: From Pass Catcher to Coach – Lessons of Leadership, Legacy & Life After the Game

Coach Myles returns to the mic and is joined by one of Performance Matters’ OG football athletes — Rushon Dagelman.

A former Wide Receiver for the University of Waterloo, Rushon has come full circle as their Head Wide Receivers Coach, and most recently led the East squad’s receivers at the 2025 U SPORTS East-West Bowl.

In this episode, Rushon opens up about:

• Life as a student-athlete — and how those lessons translate beyond the field

• The mindset shift from player to coach

• How his coaching style has evolved over time

• What it really takes to get recruited in today’s competitive landscape
  ...and more real talk that athletes, parents, and coaches need to hear.

Whether you’re grinding on the field or guiding from the sidelines, this one’s packed with insight, inspiration, and straight-up gems.

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You can follow Rushon @coachrushondagelman on Instagram!

In this 18th episode of Performance Matters Podcast, we sit down with Coach Tommy Sloan of the Keyano College Huskies women’s volleyball team to explore what it really takes to build a winning culture. From navigating a complete team rebuild to recruiting across four provinces and beyond, Coach Sloan shares powerful insights on connecting with athletes as people first, fostering competitive spirit, and creating long-term team chemistry. If you’re a coach, athlete, or leader looking to level up your culture and recruiting game—this one’s for you.

IPC's OG member, Dave Teutenberg joins us on the PMP!

Dave talks about how he got into fitness and his process for staying on track for the long haul. Everything from overcoming his fear of the gym, to preparing for the Indoor Erg World Championships, Dave hammers the staples of consistency and finding joy in the day to day.

You can follow Dave on Instagram @daveteuts

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Beyond stoked to have Steve Mesler join us on the PMP for episode 16!

Steve is the 2010 Olympic champion for Team USA in the 4-man bobsled. Steve walks us through his journey from a D1 track athlete for University of Florida to now olympic champion! He provides tremendous insight into the ins and outs of his training process, learning to make the details matter so as to better prepare for the biggest stage in sport. Everything from training to life lessons, Steve Mesler covers it all.

You can follow Steve on Instagram @steve.mesler or visit his organization Classroom Champions at www.ClassroomChampions.org to learn more. Big thank you to Steve for making the time to join us!

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