Powering Performance

Get ready to dive into the research behind power-knowledge that drives our daily interactions in this episode of Powering Performance. 

In our eighth episode of Powering Performance, we sat down with Dr. Brian Gearity, coach, professor, 3x author to hear how we can improve our coach/athlete relationship by examining the interactions and relationships that impact our athletes and their progress. 

In our seventh episode of Powering Performance, we sat down with the founders of Sailing Performance Training, Fred Strammer & Mike Kuschner. Together they’re training professionals to novices remotely, making them amongst the most innovative coaches and athletes across the industry.

In our sixth episode of Powering Performance, we sat down with Associate Athletic Director of Sports Performance at University of Arizona, Jim Krumpos. As a Masters Coach, Jim has what it takes to mold the bodies and minds of any athlete to make him or her perform faster, stronger and longer.

In our fifth episode, we caught up with Stefan Underwood and Jon Barlow from EXOS. Stefan is the Director of Continuous Improvement and Jon oversees the Pro and Elite Sports at EXOS Arizona. 

From trialling new technologies to expanding on the value of education and the human-side to coaching, both Jon and Stefan present unique ways of improving player buy-in and creating a holistic path toward human performance. 

In our fourth episode we catch up with the Sacramento Kings’ Director of S&C and Performance, Ramsey Nijem. For the past two years, Ramsey and his team have worked hard to develop an impressive performance facility, focused on player autonomy, cross-department communication and creating an environment of what Ramsey describes as, “being coachable.” This ethos creates a cohesive teaching structure allowing both athletes and coaches a unique opportunity to learn from each other and constantly improve.

From adjusting loads and trialling new technologies to valuing the athlete’s preferred communication methods, like Instagram DMs, Ramsey and his team are taking on a new wave of training with insights you won’t want to miss.

In our third episode I caught up with Sports Academy’s Manager of Sports Performance Research & Analytics, Tracy Axel. Together with her team, Tracy has helped construct a premier training facility, with an innovative take on integrating best-in-class technology with the changing world of performance. As a former dancer turned surfer, Tracy is driven by her passion for sports and how she can create the ideal environment for athletes of all ranges.

From analyzing vertical jumps and deadlifts to monitoring nutrition and recovery- Tracy’s advanced methodology will help you evaluate your own training and how you might benefit from a camera or two in the weight room.

With 20 years of experience coaching collegiate & military athletes, Tanna’s one of the top performance innovators in the industry. From covering her methods for monitoring athlete movement and recovery to thriving within a male-dominated profession, we’ll dive into Tanna’s unique methods and uncover the mental fortitude that continues to drive her success. Whether you’re new to the industry or a life-long vet - you won’t want to miss a minute of this episode.

Meet the coaches behind performance at AS Roma. 

In our first Powering Performance episode, the Bridge team hosted AS Roma's Director of Performance Darcy Norman & Head Performance Coach Ed Lippie. Together with their staff, Darcy & Ed ahve helped guide the organization to one of its most successful seasons yet, making it to the Semifinals of the Champions League for the first time in 10 years.