Physical Preparation Podcast Archives - Robertson Training Systems

Physical Preparation Podcast Archives - Robertson Training Systems episodes:

• 04.19.2024

  Tony Gentilcore on Gym Ownership, Evolving Your Coaching, and the Value of Consistent Training

  Tony Gentilcore has done a few things in our industry. He’s a prolific writer, traveled the globe to speak, and was one of the co-founders of Cressey Sports Performance and worked there as a coach from 2007-2015. And his newest venture includes...

  
• 04.12.2024

  Lee Taft on Plyo Steps, Lateral Running, and the Power of the Heels

  In my humble opinion, Lee Taft might be the true GOAT of multi-directional speed. While Lee primarily works as a consultant these days, over his storied career he’s owned his own facility numerous times, coached at virtually every level of sport,...

  
• 04.05.2024

  Spring Break 2024: Q1 Review and Q2 Goals for RTS and IFAST

  One thing I’ve really focused on over the past couple of years is what some might describe as “radical transparency.” While many people on social media are out there creating a highlight reel on the front-end but suffering miserably on the...

  
• 03.29.2024

  Matej Hocevar on Soccer Programming, Return to Play, and the Role of the S&C Consultant

  Husband. Father. World traveler. And coffee aficionado. All those things describe my good friend Matej Hocevar, and I’m beyond excited to have him back on the podcast. Matej Hocevar is the co-founder and co-owner of VigorGround, a fitness and performance facility in Ljubljana, Slovenia. He is...

  
• 03.22.2024

  Matt Aldred on Drop Landings, Wearable Resistance, and Being Dangerous at Everything

  If you train basketball players and want to take their health and performance to the next level, you’re going to love this episode! Matt Aldred is in his sixth season at Furman and was promoted to assistant head coach and director of basketball...

  
• 03.15.2024

  Dr. Greg Wells on 24-Hour Athletes, The Habit-Clearing Vacation, and the Power of 1 Full Breath

  As trainers and coaches, we love to talk about training… …but why does it feel like we still under-value the importance of recovery? Well if you’re looking for ways to clear the mental fog, recover more efficiently, and really take your game...

  
• 03.08.2024

  Dylan Gutheil on the Art of Exercise Selection, Developing Coaches, and NOT Niching Down

  Passionate about sports since childhood, Dylan Gutheil played football and rugby in high school and continued his rugby career at Springfield College, where he earned a degree in Exercise Science. Dylan started personal training right out of college for 5 years...

  
• 03.01.2024

  Andy McCloy on His Coaching Journey, Building a Legacy Business, and Outworking Your Self Doubt

  Have you ever struggled or doubted yourself as a coach? Wondered if you were smart enough to really get results? Or maybe thought that everyone else out there was doing a better job than you? Well welcome to the club – because both...

  
• 02.23.2024

  Eric Cressey on Load vs. Capacity, “Sticky” Businesses, and the 8-Week Magic Mark in Rehab

  What has Eric Cressey NOT accomplished in his career? He’s the President of Cressey Sports Performance, and the Director of Player Health and Performance for THE New York Yankees. And of course he’s a published author, internationally renowned speaker, and the host...

  
• 02.16.2024

  Austin Einhorn on 2-Week Experiments, Problem Solving and Improving Skill Development

  Over the last 12 years, Austin Einhorn has used critical thinking skills to solve the problems of professional athletes and Olympians. He’s a champion of problem-solving, emphasizing a teaching mindset through effective communication, authentic relationships, and practical, hands-on coaching. And in this...

  
• 02.09.2024

  Sam Miller on Training, Testing and Quantifying Power with 3-D Resistance

  Sam Miller is the Founder and CEO of Proteus motion – a cutting-edge technology and training company that’s looking to fill in the gaps with how we test and train for power development. As someone that’s always looking to sharpen the...

  
• 02.02.2024

  Alex Hubelbank on Principles, Value Systems and Player Driven Processes in Sport

  This is going to sound crazy, but it’s absolutely true… …did you ever listen to THIS PODCAST and quit your job? And not just any job – but a job with APPLE? Because as wild as that sounds, today’s guest did just that. Alex...

  
• 01.26.2024

  Luka Hocevar on Using Deliberate Practice to Become an Elite Trainer or Coach

  My good friend, entrepreneur and coach, Luka Hocevar is always one of my favorite people to have on this show. When he’s not on the road or dabbling in real estate, he’s the Founder, Owner, and Operator of Vigor Ground Fitness...

  
• 01.19.2024

  Rett Larson on Problem Solving Warm-ups, Ankle Durability, Deceleration and Straight-Arm Strength

  Rett Larson is the head strength and conditioning coach for the German Women’s National Volleyball team. Prior to time with Germany, he was also the head S&C; coach for the Netherlands, and the Chinese Women’s Volleyball team, where he won a...

  
• 01.12.2024

  2024 Dreams, Goals and Aspirations

  Well like it or not, 2024 is here. What are your dreams for the New Year? Your goals? Your aspirations? In today’s episode, I’m going to give you a behind-the-scenes look at how I outline and plan my New Year. When you consider the fact...

  
• 01.05.2024

  Christina Chu on Building the Performance Plate and Fueling for Athletic Performance

  Do you work with athletes? Or clients you would consider high-performers? Would you like to know the difference between diet/exercise and fueling/training? Or do you just want some real-world and practical tips to improve your nutrition? If so, you’re going to LOVE today’s...

  
• 12.29.2023

  Cody McBroom on Turning the Nutritional Dials to Improve Your Body Comp

  Are you looking to build muscle or shed body fat in the New Year? OR do you want to help your clients and athletes get into great shape in 2024? If so, today’s podcast with Cody McBroom is definitely going to get...

  
• 12.22.2023

  Don Saladino on Training Celebrities, Physical Transformation and the Business of Fitness

  If you’re interested in physical transformation, training celebrities, or what it really takes to run a successful online or offline fitness business, you’re going to LOVE this new episode with Don Saladino. Don has coached actors, athletes, & musicians for over...

  
• 12.15.2023

  Allison Tenney on Building a Value-Driven and Sustainable Online Fitness Business

  What does it REALLY take to be successful as an online coach? And perhaps more importantly, how do you make sure your success isn’t fleeting – but sustainable as well? If you’ve ever considered moving into the online coaching, you’re going to...

  
• 12.08.2023

  Evy Lyons and Ariel Paul on the Science and Practice of Palm Cooling for Faster Recovery

  Are you looking to take your performance to the next level? Do you want to really tighten the screws and see how much stronger or fitter you can make your body? If so, you need to look into the science of palm...

  
• 12.01.2023

  The Who, What, When, Where, Why and How of Running Speed Camps

  Do you train young athletes? OR do you want to start training them sooner versus later? If so, I’d highly recommend you start offering speed camps to help kids get faster! Speed camps are a fantastic and cost-effective way to get new athletes...

  
• 11.24.2023

  Dan Uyemura on Scaling Your Business, North-Star Metrics, and Making Sales Easy

  I think I know the answer to this question, but I’m going to ask anyway… …have you ever built a business that’s worth $100m? I can tell you for a fact that I have not – but I definitely want to talk...

  
• 11.17.2023

  BJ Gaddour on Bodyweight Workouts, Cheat Codes and Fitness Over 40

  BJ Gaddour is the former fitness director for the Men’s Health brand, the author of Your Body is Your Barbell, and the creator of the best-selling SpeedShred and MetaShred DVD’s. He was also the first personal trainer to grace the...

  
• 11.10.2023

  Aram Grigorian on Influencers vs. Educators, Periodized Nutrition and “Earning Optimal”

  It’s no secret that helping gen pop clients see success can be tough. It can seem daunting when you imagine that there’s more trainers and coaches entering our industry ever year, yet as a whole, we’re seeing a steady decline in...

  
• 11.03.2023

  Michelle Boland on Lessons Learned in Running and Coaching

  If you work with gen pop clients or runners that are struggling with nagging aches and pains, then this episode is a must-listen. Dr. Michelle Boland is a certified strength and conditioning coach with distinction and owner of Michelle Boland Training,...

  
• 10.27.2023

  9 Pieces of Advice for Up and Coming Coaches

  After 23 years in the game, I still feel like I’ve got a lot to learn. But over those years, I feel like I’ve accrued a lot of experience – both in training, and in life. So if you’re looking to level...

  
• 10.20.2023

  Pete McCall on Programming, Periodization and Recovery for Gen Pop Clients

  As trainers and coaches, we love to talk about fitness. Whether it’s writing training programs, how to better coach and cue our clients, or simply nerding out about our favorite exercises, the training part of the equation is always fun. But what...

  
• 10.13.2023

  Sean Maloney on Empowering and Building Confidence in Young Athletes

  Do you train young athletes? Do you want to help inspire and empower them? And do you want to help them learn how to take care of their body for a lifetime? If so you’re going to love this week’s show! Dr Sean Maloney...

  
• 10.06.2023

  Gen Pop Programming, Flywheel Training and Breathing Exercises (October Q&A)

  We’re BAAAACCCKKKKK! It’s been a hot minute since I did a Q&A; episode, but we’ve got some great questions this time around. With topics ranging from breathing exercises, to developing training programs for gen pop athletes, to my thoughts on flywheel training,...

  
• 09.29.2023

  Mark Fisher on Time Management, Leadership and Evolving Your Fitness Business

  As fitness business owners, we all struggled during COVID – but some gym owners definitely paid a steeper price than others. While many of us were shut down 3, 6 or maybe even as long as 9 months – what would...

  
• 09.22.2023

  Eric Schmitt on Program Design and Agile Periodization in the NBA

  If you’ve ever wondered how to write training programs for an NBA athlete, you’re going to love this episode. Whether we’re talking about off-season development, managing the grind of an 82-game season, or bringing an injured athlete back to 100%, today’s...

  
• 09.14.2023

  Episode #400! The Past, Present and Future of RTS and IFAST

  Can you believe it??? 400 freakin’ episodes of the Physical Prep Podcast. It’s crazy just typing that number, let alone thinking that I’ve actually recorded and produced that many shows! But here’s the thing – the goal was never to do 400 shows. The...

  
• 09.08.2023

  Les Spellman on Reverse Engineering Acceleration and Speed Development

  If your goal is to help your athletes get FASTER, then this is the show for you. One of America’s elite speed and performance coaches, Les Spellman has trained several Olympians as well as athletes in the NFL, NCAA, and USA...

  
• 09.01.2023

  Bill Hartman on How Body Shapes Drive Movement and Performance

  Have you ever wondered why some athletic endeavors come so easily to certain people? For instance, some people can just jump out of the gym. Others can run for days and never seem to tire. And some can squat or deadlift the equivalent...

  
• 08.25.2023

  Neal Valera and Dennis Dunphy on Unlocking Your Mobility, Athleticism and Performance with The Stick

    As you’ve gotten older, have you felt your body getting tighter? Have you lost some of that athleticism you had in your youth? Or do you just want to get back into moving and feeling great? If so, you’re going to LOVE today’s...

  
• 08.18.2023

  Derek Hansen: Why Are We Seeing More Achilles Tendon Ruptures Than Ever Before?

  Derek Hansen been working with athletes in speed, strength and power sports since 1988. Originally working in Track and Field, Derek has expanded his services to assist athletes in all sports with an emphasis on speed development. He has since worked...

  
• 08.11.2023

  Joey Burton on Principles, Communication and Decision-Making in Skill Development

  Joey Burton is an NBA skills trainer based out of Atlanta, Georgia. He’s coached athlete at virtually every level of the sport, but is most well-known for helping NBA players hone their shooting skills. In this episode, Joey and I take...

  
• 08.04.2023

  Dr. Stuart McGill on Assessing, Rehabbing and Training the Spine

  Dr. Stuart McGill is often considered to be the world’s foremost expert on spinal biomechanics. His patient list ranges from the general population to some of the world’s most elites athletes, and his work has produced over 240 peer reviewed...

  
• 07.28.2023

  Ryan Patrick on Filling Empty Buckets and Integrating Tech in the Private Sector

  If you’re a strength and conditioning or physical preparation coach who wants to level up your assessment and sports science game, then you’re going to love this episode. Ryan Patrick is owner of Peak Fitness & Sports Training (aka PeakFAST) in...

  
• 07.21.2023

  July Q&A: HRV, Young Athlete Development, and Recapturing Shoulder Motion

  It’s hard to believe it’s almost August, so we’ve got to knock out our monthly Q&A; for July! These are actually getting more fun as we go, as I think we’ve got a great blend of higher-level, philosophical questions combined with...

  
• 07.14.2023

  Joel Jamieson on Zone 2 Training, Smarter Conditioning and Maximizing Recovery

  If you’re serious about improving your health and conditioning, or just living a longer and healthier life, you’re going to LOVE this episode. Joel Jamieson is a mentor, friend, and someone I deeply respect in our industry. He’s the author of the...

  
• 07.07.2023

  3 Questions You MUST Answer to Be a Successful Trainer or Coach

  If you’re serious about becoming a better trainer or coach, at some point you need to ask yourself some big questions. For instance, what’s your philosophy when it comes to training? What groups or populations do you want to serve? And assuming this...

  
• 06.30.2023

  Kevin Neeld on FAI, Movement Variability, and Eccentric Training in Ice Hockey

  Kevin Neeld is the Head Performance Coach for the Boston Bruins, where he oversees all aspects of designing and implementing the team’s performance training program, as well as monitoring the players’ performance, workload and recovery. Prior to his time in Boston,...

  
• 06.23.2023

  Pat Rigsby on Accountability, Winning the Week, and “The Process”

  Pat Rigsby is a fitness business coach who has been in the industry since 1994. Growing up in Portsmouth, Ohio, Pat never had an interest in entrepreneurship and wanted to be a Major League Baseball player. And even though he had a...

  
• 06.16.2023

  Loren Landow on Lessons Learned During 5 Years in the NFL

  Have you ever considered working in professional sports? Do you want to know what it REALLY TAKES to succeed at the highest levels? Or are you just curious as to what life is like behind the NFL curtain? If so, this is the...

  
• 06.09.2023

  June Q&A: VBT, Personalizing Group Sessions, and Professional Development

  It’s June, and we’re back with another KILLER Q&A; Episode! This month was fun because I had a nice mix of questions to answer. On one hand, I had some X’s and O’s questions about how to get more out of...

  
• 06.02.2023

  Matthew Ibrahim on Building the Brakes and Training Deceleration

  Matthew Ibrahim currently serves as the Assistant Professor of Exercise Science at Quincy College, Adjunct Professor of Exercise Science at Maryville University, founder of Athletic Performance University (AthleticPerformanceU.com) and Ph.D. Candidate in Human & Sport Performance. As a public speaker, Matthew...

  
• 05.26.2023

  Lee Taft on Building Elite Multi-Directional Speed

  If you want to help your athletes get faster, then THIS is the podcast for you. In my not so humble opinion, Lee Taft is THE BEST practitioner of multi-directional speed training in the world, and in this episode I really...

  
• 05.19.2023

  How to Manage Your Energy and Avoid Burnout as a Coach

  Let’s start this episode off with an honest statement: Being a coach is an energy-intensive endeavor. Every day you want to give your best – your all – to your clients and athletes. But here’s one thing we don’t talk about enough: How do...

  
• 05.12.2023

  Anthony Iannarino on Meta Principles and Silver Linings in the Return to Play Process

  Anthony Iannarino is a Physical Therapist and Strength and Conditioning coach currently serving as a Performance Therapist with the Washington Wizards. Prior to transitioning to professional sports, Anthony served as a clinic director for Rehab 2 Perform as well as the...