Physical Preparation Podcast Archives - Robertson Training Systems

It seems like everybody and their mother is talking about force plates these days.

And I’m obviously guilty of it myself…but only because I feel like force plates are the single-most impactful thing I’ve added to my coaching in the past five years.

But what if you’re not a sports scientist – how do you get started?

What tests should you use?

And what metrics should you be looking at?

Well if you’re curious at all about force plates or how to use them, you’re going to love today’s episode with Dr. John McMahon!

Dr. McMahon is the Director of Research and Education at Hawkin Dynamics. He is also an Honorary Associate Professor at the University of Salford, where he previously worked for more than a decade as a biomechanics researcher and educator.

John has authored over 100 published journal articles and has presented his force assessment research at multiple international conferences spanning the fields of strength and conditioning, sports biomechanics, and sports science.

And in this episode we’re going to take a deep dive into force plates and how to use them!

Testing should feel like part of coaching.

Dr. John McMahon

Hawkin Dynamics designs and builds performance hardware and software the right way.

Their dual wireless force plates give you the most accurate, real-time data on athletic performance.

You’ll have the ability to performance test your athletes in a matter of seconds, and give them immediate feedback on their strengths, weaknesses and readiness for that day’s training session.

Their software is designed in house and continually updated to ensure the interface is clean, intuitive and easy to use, so both you and your athletes can visualize what’s going on and how to improve their performance.

And Hawkin Dynamics is built around their customers and provide industry-leading support and training services to ensure you get the most out of their solutions.

With options to lease or buy, coupled with a 5-year warranty, Hawkin Dynamics force plates can take your performance facility to the next level.

To learn more, head over to HawkinDynamics.com or follow them on Instagram @HawinDynamics.

Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of The Physical Preparation Podcast!

If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube Podcasts and leave your honest review. I’d also love to connect via Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram or visit our website.

Thanks so much for your support – love and appreciate you!

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How many people do you know that have a Ph.D. in kinesiology and are also World Record Holders in any physical domain?

Other than the immortal Dr. Fred Hatfield I can’t think of many – well other than today’s guest!

Dr. Matt Wenning is a world-renowned speaker and consultant, and has broken number world records in both raw and equipped powerlifting.

Quite simply this guy has talked the talk AND walked the walk – and today you’re going to get an inside look at how he approaches training and life!

Lifting teaches you that LIFE isn’t linear.

– Matt Wenning

Are you a young fitness trainer or coach?

Are you frustrated by the results you’re getting or the lack of resources available to learn the skills you need to be successful?

Are you struggling to get enough clients or wondering how long you’ll be able to follow your passion for helping others?

It’s time to stop the frustration and stop worrying. It’s time to get certified!

If you’re serious about improving your results, serious about becoming a better coach, and serious about increasing your bottom line, then you need the Complete Coach Certification.

In this massive course, you’ll learn:

This certification is jam-packed with everything I’ve learned over the last 20 years of my career.

So if you’re ready to get serious about the results you’re getting for your clients and the impact your programs have on your income, head over to www.completecoachcertification.com to sign up for the Complete Coach Certification course today!

Spots are limited, and the next certification is set to launch in March.

To learn more, please join my FREE Insiders List and stay tuned for our launch details to save $200 when the course opens!

Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of The Physical Preparation Podcast!

If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube Podcasts and leave your honest review. I’d also love to connect via Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram or visit our website.

Thanks so much for your support – love and appreciate you!

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What are the biggest differences between the private sector and professional sports?

How do move seamlessly across sports with vastly different training cultures?

And can you cheer for the Yankees when you work for the Red Sox?

If you’ve ever pondered these questions before, then you’re going to LOVE today’s episode with Miguel Aragoncillo!

Miguel Aragoncillo is an assistant strength and conditioning coach in the Boston Red Sox organization.

Before his time with the Sox he was an intern and coach at Cressey Sports Performance, worked in the MLS with the New England Revolution, and with aspiring pro football players at Exceed Sports Performance.

And in this episode, we discuss the importance of continuous learning, the power of mentors, and the value of having a long-term perspective on your career.

What does this athlete need to prepare for gameday?

– Miguel Aragoncillo

Force plates are in no way, shape or form new technology, but Hawkin Dynamics has brought them to the 21st century.

Hawkin Dynamics plates are wireless which makes them portable and easy to set-up and use.

You’ll have the ability to performance test your athletes in a matter of seconds, and give them immediate feedback on their strengths and weaknesses.

Their software interface is clean, intuitive and easy on the eye, so both you and your athletes can visualize what’s going on and how to improve their performance.

And last but not least, dual force plates allow you to see side-to-side asymmetries, especially in athletes who are in the return to play process.

With options to lease or buy, coupled with a 5-year warranty, Hawkin Dynamics force plates can take your performance facility to the next level.

To learn more, head over to HawkinDynamics.com or follow them on Instagram @HawinDynamics.

Or for direct sales inquires, feel free to reach out to Drake Berberet directly via email at [email protected] or via direct message on Instagram at strength2.speed

Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of The Physical Preparation Podcast with Mike Robertson – your one-stop-shop for fitness trainers, coaches, and athletes.

If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube Podcasts and leave your honest review. I’d also love to connect via Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram or visit our website.

Thanks so much for your support – love and appreciate you!

The post Miguel Aragoncillo on Uncomfortable Situations, Data for Decision Making, and Being in the Room appeared first on Robertson Training Systems.

What can I even say about this episode?

If you want to be a more successful trainer or fitness business owner, then this is the show for you.

With close to 50 years of combined knowledge, Andy and Luka are not only two of my best friends, but guys that have worked tirelessly to not be great coaches and amazing business owners as well.

So whether your goal is to find your PURPOSE…

…build a better PRODUCT…

…or make more PROFIT, you’re absolutely going to love this episode!

Purpose is not found, it’s forged.

– Luka Hocevar

Are you a young fitness trainer or coach?

Are you frustrated by the results you’re getting or the lack of resources available to learn the skills you need to be successful?

Are you struggling to get enough clients or wondering how long you’ll be able to follow your passion for helping others?

It’s time to stop the frustration and stop worrying. It’s time to get certified!

If you’re serious about improving your results, serious about becoming a better coach, and serious about increasing your bottom line, then you need the Complete Coach Certification.

In this massive course, you’ll learn:

This certification is jam-packed with everything I’ve learned over the last 20 years of my career.

So if you’re ready to get serious about the results you’re getting for your clients and the impact your programs have on your income, head over to www.completecoachcertification.com to sign up for the Complete Coach Certification course today!

Spots are limited, and the next certification is set to launch in March.

To learn more, please join my FREE Insiders List and stay tuned for our launch details to save $200 when the course opens!

Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of The Physical Preparation Podcast with Mike Robertson – your one-stop-shop for fitness trainers, coaches, and athletes.

If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube Podcasts and leave your honest review. I’d also love to connect via Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram or visit our website.

Thanks so much for your support – love and appreciate you!

The post Luka Hocevar and Andy McCloy on Building the Life You Want and a Gym that Lasts appeared first on Robertson Training Systems.

The last couple of weeks have been, “busy,” to say the least.

I flew out to Seattle last Wednesday at 7 am, in an effort to get there and spend time with Luka and Joel before the seminar started on Thursday.

(Plus, I worked every second of the way in an effort to get a few key items done…more on this at a later date).

Spoke and listened to the other AMAZING presenters on Thursday.

Attended the lectures all day on Friday, as well as the VIP Dinner that night.

Flew home Saturday (again working the entire flight), and was home exactly 14 hours before Team Robertson packed the car and drove to Gatlinburg, Tennessee for Fall Break.

So needless to say, things have been a bit crazy and I wanted to try something new for this week’s podcast.

I’ve obviously done “Random” Shows before, but those have mostly been me talking about random topics, or doing Q&A shows.

This one is entirely different, as I’ve chosen my favorite segments from recent episodes and compiled them all into one AWESOME super episode.

So whether you’ve listened to every single episode or some are totally new, I think you’re really going to love this show.

Let’s do this!

The first thing we need to do is define “What is Zone 2?” If all you’re talking about with Zone 2 is a just a heart rate range, then anything can get you into Zone 2 – a sauna can get you into Zone 2.

But is sitting in a sauna going to make you a better endurance athlete? Probably not.

– Joel Jamieson

Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of The Physical Preparation Podcast with Mike Robertson – your one-stop-shop for fitness trainers, coaches, and athletes.

If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube Podcasts and leave your honest review. I’d also love to connect via Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram or visit our website.

Thanks so much for your support – love and appreciate you!

The application process for my Program Design Mentorship will go LIVE next Monday at 9 am.

If you’re serious about leveling up your program design skills, you won’t want to miss out on this as I only open groups 2x/year.

Stay tuned here for more info. Thanks and have a GREAT weekend!

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What happens when common sense fails us?

Or maybe doesn’t tell us the whole story?

Let me give you an example…

I would assume if an athlete went out and played their most intense soccer match EVER, that they’d be more fatigued, which would increase their risk of injury, and/or would have poor force plate jumps after that match.

And while that absolutely might happen – it also might NOT.

So why is that?

Well, that’s why we have today’s guest on the show!James Collins hails from Dublin, Ireland, and has made stops numerous stops in the MLS including Sporting Kansas City, Minnesota United FC, and the New England Revolution.

And more recently, he’s become the special accounts manager for Soccer at Hawkin Dynamics, and started a PhD in Sport Science focusing on training load in elite soccer.

And today, we’re going to talk about the relationship between training load, injury risk, and neuromuscular fatigue!

The best protective mechanism for decreasing injury is training hard.

– James Collins

Force plates are in no way, shape or form new technology, but Hawkin Dynamics has brought them to the 21st century.

Hawkin Dynamics plates are wireless which makes them portable and easy to set-up and use.

You’ll have the ability to performance test your athletes in a matter of seconds, and give them immediate feedback on their strengths and weaknesses.

Their software interface is clean, intuitive and easy on the eye, so both you and your athletes can visualize what’s going on and how to improve their performance.

And last but not least, dual force plates allow you to see side-to-side asymmetries, especially in athletes who are in the return to play process.

With options to lease or buy, coupled with a 5-year warranty, Hawkin Dynamics force plates can take your performance facility to the next level.

To learn more, head over to HawkinDynamics.com or follow them on Instagram @HawinDynamics.

Or for direct sales inquires, feel free to reach out to Drake Berberet directly via email at [email protected] or via direct message on Instagram at strength2.speed

Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of The Physical Preparation Podcast with Mike Robertson – your one-stop-shop for fitness trainers, coaches, and athletes.

If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube Podcasts and leave your honest review. I’d also love to connect via Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram or visit our website.

Thanks so much for your support – love and appreciate you!

The post James Collins on Session RPE, Neuromuscular Fatigue, and the Science of Training Load in Soccer appeared first on Robertson Training Systems.

I’m going to be really honest here…writing the intro for this podcast was REALLY HARD.

After all, what do you focus on when the ENTIRE SHOW is so freaking good?

Whether it’s talking about training autonomy, N=1 training, the art of performance management, different archetypes and training buckets, or the role of pure strength and force development in basketball, there’s so much good info here I don’t know where to start.

But all that is thanks to today’s amazing guest – Andrew Paul.

Andrew is in his 19th year of performance training, and entering his 10th year with the Oklahoma City Thunder in the NBA.

But more importantly for us, he’s one of those guys that’s always thinking about training, performance, and how to make things just a little bit better.

And today we’re going to take a deep dive into how he trains his basketball players to optimize their performance!

The name of the game is consistency in the NBA.

– Andrew Paul

If you want to give your athletes real-world strength that will carry over to the court…

…help them build the power and explosiveness to blow by defenders or finish at the rim…

…or give them the brakes they need to stop on a dime and stay healthy, you need to join IFAST Basketball Insiders!

Each and every month, you’re going to get access to high-end content from myself and trusted experts that will help you write better programs, coach more effectively, and get the absolute most out of your workouts.

With everything from sample programs you can swipe and deploy, to case studies showing real-world results, and even exercise breakdowns and tutorials, my goal is to make sure that every program you write and exercise you coach is more effective for your basketball players.

But the content is really just the starting point, as every month we’ll have a Q&A call where you can ask me anything about your basketball players.

And last but not least, when you join IBI you’re going to be surrounded by a community of basketball strength and conditioning coaches – people who are not only doing this at a high-level themselves, but who also want to help you succeed as well.

If you’re serious about taking your basketball strength and conditioning skills to the next level, just head over to IFASTBasketballInsiders.com to get signed up.

I can’t wait to see you in there!

Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of The Physical Preparation Podcast with Mike Robertson – your one-stop-shop for fitness trainers, coaches, and athletes.

If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube Podcasts and leave your honest review. I’d also love to connect via Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram or visit our website.

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Imagine this scenario…you’re watching a sporting event, and an athlete gets injured.

Maybe it’s something minor like a sprained ankle, or maybe something more severe like a hamstring pull or ACL tear.

Have you ever wondered, what does the medical staff do right then?

And how does that initial 24-48 hours set up the entire return to play process going forward?

Well if you’re interested in how acute phase rehab blends into performance training, and then how we eventually work as a team to get that athlete back on the field, you’re going to love today’s episode with Adam Loiacono!

Adam has over 15 years of experience in rehabilitation and performance training for professional and youth athletes, including reaching the NBA Finals with the Phoenix Suns and the MLS Cup with the New England Revolution.

He is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and owns Loiacono Performance Therapy in Scottsdale, AZ, where he integrates sports science, physical therapy, and performance to optimize athletes’ training, recovery, and rehab.

And in today’s episode, we’re going to help YOU understand the acute phase of rehab, and how to help support our AT’s and PT’s to get our athletes back on the field as safely as possible.

I’d rather tell the strength and conditioning to pull back the reins, rather than having to encourage them to do more.

– Adam Loicacono

Are you a young fitness trainer or coach?

Are you frustrated by the results you’re getting or the lack of resources available to learn the skills you need to be successful?

Are you struggling to get enough clients or wondering how long you’ll be able to follow your passion for helping others?

It’s time to stop the frustration and stop worrying. It’s time to get certified!

If you’re serious about improving your results, serious about becoming a better coach, and serious about increasing your bottom line, then you need the Complete Coach Certification.

In this massive course, you’ll learn:

This certification is jam-packed with everything I’ve learned over the last 20 years of my career.

So if you’re ready to get serious about the results you’re getting for your clients and the impact your programs have on your income, head over to www.completecoachcertification.com to sign up for the Complete Coach Certification course today!

Spots are limited, and the next certification is set to launch in March.

To learn more, please join my FREE Insiders List and stay tuned for our launch details to save $200 when the course opens!

Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of The Physical Preparation Podcast with Mike Robertson – your one-stop-shop for fitness trainers, coaches, and athletes.

If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube Podcasts and leave your honest review. I’d also love to connect via Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram or visit our website.

Thanks so much for your support – love and appreciate you!

The post Adam Loiacono on Acute Injuries, Respecting Biology, and the Bell Curve of Return to Play appeared first on Robertson Training Systems.

If you’re interested in training basketball players, evolving their workouts as they age, or learning how to create a CULTURE of training in the basketball space, you’re going to love this week’s episode.

Born and raised in SoCal, Victoria Saucedo played softball at Utah State where she received a Bachelors degree in Human Movement Science.

From there she had stops at NAU, St. Louis University, Wake Forest and VCU before finally landing as the Associate Sports Performance Coach for women’s basketball at Stanford.

And in this episode of the podcast, we take a deep dive into how Victoria trains her female hoopers!

That “rudimentary” freshman program is going to set the foundation for what they’ll need their sophomore, junior and senior year.

– Victoria Saucedo

If you want to give your athletes real-world strength that will carry over to the court…

…help them build the power and explosiveness to blow by defenders or finish at the rim…

…or give them the brakes they need to stop on a dime and stay healthy, you need to join IFAST Basketball Insiders!

Each and every month, you’re going to get access to high-end content from myself and trusted experts that will help you write better programs, coach more effectively, and get the absolute most out of your workouts.

With everything from sample programs you can swipe and deploy, to case studies showing real-world results, and even exercise breakdowns and tutorials, my goal is to make sure that every program you write and exercise you coach is more effective for your basketball players.

But the content is really just the starting point, as every month we’ll have a Q&A call where you can ask me anything about your basketball players.

And last but not least, when you join IBI you’re going to be surrounded by a community of basketball strength and conditioning coaches – people who are not only doing this at a high-level themselves, but who also want to help you succeed as well.

If you’re serious about taking your basketball strength and conditioning skills to the next level, just head over to IFASTBasketballInsiders.com to get signed up.

I can’t wait to see you in there!

Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of The Physical Preparation Podcast with Mike Robertson – your one-stop-shop for fitness trainers, coaches, and athletes.

If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube Podcasts and leave your honest review. I’d also love to connect via Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram or visit our website.

The post Victoria Saucedo on Training Autonomy, Trickle Down Buy-In, and the Importance of Details in College Hoops appeared first on Robertson Training Systems.

If you want to live a longer, healthier life, you’re going to LOVE today’s episode!

Joel Jamieson is not only a great friend, but someone that has really started to make a mark in the longevity space. He was recently featured on Dr. Peter Attia’s podcast where they took a deep dive into everything HRV.

But you may know him as a trusted expert in strength, conditioning, and energy systems for combat sports.

His book, Ultimate MMA Conditioning, is one of the best S&C reads of all time, and he’s spent the past 20 years coaching world champion athletes.

He’s also consulted extensively for teams and organizations including the Navy SEALS, UFC champions, and professional sports teams from the NFL, NBA, MLS, and NCAA.

And in this episode, we’re going to dive into a ton of health-related topics to help YOU live a longer, healthier life!

Lifting weights serves a very important purpose, but it is not building cardiovascular fitness.

– Joel Jamieson

Are you a young fitness trainer or coach?

Are you frustrated by the results you’re getting or the lack of resources available to learn the skills you need to be successful?

Are you struggling to get enough clients or wondering how long you’ll be able to follow your passion for helping others?

It’s time to stop the frustration and stop worrying. It’s time to get certified!

If you’re serious about improving your results, serious about becoming a better coach, and serious about increasing your bottom line, then you need the Complete Coach Certification.

In this massive course, you’ll learn:

This certification is jam-packed with everything I’ve learned over the last 20 years of my career.

So if you’re ready to get serious about the results you’re getting for your clients and the impact your programs have on your income, head over to www.completecoachcertification.com to sign up for the Complete Coach Certification course today!

Spots are limited, and the next certification is set to launch in September.

To learn more, please join my FREE Insiders List and stay tuned for our launch details to save $200 when the course opens!

Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of The Physical Preparation Podcast with Mike Robertson – your one-stop-shop for fitness trainers, coaches, and athletes.

If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube Podcasts and leave your honest review. I’d also love to connect via Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram or visit our website.

Thanks so much for your support – love and appreciate you!

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