July 29, 2025

Sprint Based Football - Speed, Science, and Breaking Barriers: Coaching the Modern Athlete - Cici Murray, NFL Combine Trainer

58 minutes

On this episode of Sprint Based Football, presented by Titan Sports, Tony Holler sits down with Cici Murray — a rising force in football training and speed development — to discuss the evolving landscape of athletic performance and the growing influence of women in shaping it. Cici shares her journey from physical therapy to elite football coaching, diving into topics like the science of speed, the importance of athlete health, and how tools like speed labs and force-velocity profiling are transforming the game.

The conversation also explores the mental side of performance, including journaling, manifestation, and building trust with athletes. From cutting-edge tech to innovative training methods, this episode delivers insight and inspiration for coaches, athletes, and anyone passionate about pushing the boundaries of football performance.

Chapters

Introduction and Cici Murray’s Coaching Journey

Mentorship, Influences, and Career Evolution

Building a Coaching Network and Speed Training Community

USR, Athletic Development, and Relationship-Driven Coaching

Coaching Elite Athletes: Challenges and Lessons Learned

Health, Speed, and the Mind-Body Connection

Implementing Speed Training: Practice to Performance

Measuring Impact: From GPS Data to Game Results

Debunking Speed Training Myths and Position-Specific Needs

Cross-Sport Athletic Development and Standardization Challenges

Structuring Training: Balance, Intensity, and Essential Tools

Force-Velocity Profiles and Maximizing Coaching Efficiency

Journaling, Motivation, and the Journey Toward Peak Performance

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Tony Holler: @pntrack

Cici Murray: @cicimurray

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