In this conversation, Brandon and Tommy discuss the process of dropping the lab coat and transitioning from academia to working with coaches. They delve into the administration of cognitive tests and the precision required in measuring milliseconds. They explore the interaction between cognition and other aspects of performance, such as speed and strength. They also discuss the effectiveness of training devices and the use of cognition data to improve performance on game day.

The guys exlpore the cognitive skills of athletes and how they can be evaluated and utilized in different positions and sports. It emphasizes the importance of understanding how athletes are wired and using that knowledge to maximize their performance. They also touch on the role of S2 in recruiting and the transfer portal, as well as the accessibility of S2 testing for individuals. Overall, the goal is to educate people about the brain's role in sports and reduce uncertainty in player evaluation and development. Tommy Moffitt and Brandon also discuss their experiences coaching young athletes and the challenges they faced, reflecting on their career goals and the fulfillment they find in helping athletes improve their performance.


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Truly a master in the field of strength and conditioning, Kevin Yoxall has produced many outstanding players for multiple successful collegiate football programs. Through stressing a combination of intensity, technique, efficiency, and safety, he prepared his charges to be on the cutting edge of athletic performance. During the Tuberville/Chizik era at Auburn University, his teams won 118 games (with perfect seasons in 2004 and 2010), appeared in eight consecutive bowls, and won a national championship in 2010. His intense training regimen won the respect and devotion of his players, many of whom became NFL draftees.

His recruitment in 1999 to join new Auburn head coach Tommy Tuberville with responsibility for all strength and conditioning programs led to the climactic phase of his career. In addition to two perfect seasons and a national championship, his teams registered five consecutive victories over the rival University of Alabama. Yoxall's players under Tuberville won five SEC Western Division titles and had the best conference record from 2000 to 2007 with a 47-17 (.734) mark. He coached 19 NFL draftees (including four 2005 first-round picks), and 34 members of All-SEC teams. Under Gene Chizik, Yoxall had the opportunity to train Heisman trophy-winner Cam Newton. By the time Yoxall left Auburn in 2013, strength and conditioning facilities had tripled in size with state-of-the-art equipment. Upon returning to Texas, he became head strength and conditioning coach for three years at Rice University as well as at several other institutions, including a final stint at Midland High School in Texas.

Intensity best describes Coach Yoxall's approach to training. He supervises a highly structured environment where he meticulously prepares every workout and individualizes every player's routine. He seeks to understand how athletes react to different situations by interpreting their body language as well as verbal cues. Although Yoxall's focus has mainly been football and male athletes, he applies the same programs and motivational tactics to both genders in other sports and makes no concessions with regard to exercises or intensity for women. For younger athletes, however, more emphasis is placed on proper technique and even higher intensity.

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Cody Stout is in his first season as an assistant director of strength and conditioning for the University of South Alabama football program.

Stout was at Colorado the last three years, where he served as an assistant strength and conditioning coach working primarily with the football program. After just missing qualifying for a bowl his first two seasons with the program, the Buffaloes posted a 4-2 mark — including going 3-1 in Pac 12 Conference play — in 2020 after receiving a bid to play in the Valero Alamo Bowl.

Stout came to CU from Southern Mississippi where he worked directly with the Golden Eagles’ baseball team while also serving as an assistant with the football program. He was in charge of the school’s graduate assistant career development program while at USM as well.

He has previous experience in the Sun Belt Conference, having served as assistant director of strength and conditioning at Arkansas State during the 2015 and ’16 seasons. While there — where he served under current Jaguar associate head coach/director of football athletic performance Matt Shadeed — Stout was part of a program that went 17-9 during that two-year stretch as the Red Wolves finished 9-4 his first year in Jonesboro before following up with an 8-5 mark that included going 7-1 in league play. A-State earned a 31-13 win over Central Florida in the Autonation Cure Bowl to close out his final season at the school.

A 2014 graduate of Indianapolis, where he played two years as a defensive lineman before earning his degree in exercise science, Stout received his masters a year later from Southern Mississippi after working as a graduate assistant with the baseball and football teams.

He began in the field as an athletic performance intern at Missouri during the 2013 season, and also has been on the staff at LSU

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Building relationships and collaboration between performance nutrition, sports medicine, strength and conditioning, and sports science is critical for the success of collegiate athletes.
Managing hydration is essential for optimal performance in hot environments, and strategies such as monitoring fluid intake and electrolyte balance are important.
Nutritional considerations for football players differ based on their position, training age, and developmental stage.
Managing weight and body composition requires a personalized approach and a focus on overall health and performance.
Mental health plays a significant role in an athlete's approach to nutrition and performance, and strategies should be implemented to alleviate pressure and promote a healthy mindset.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Career in Sports Nutrition
03:00 Certification in Strength and Conditioning
06:00 Building Relationships with Collegiate Football Players
11:00 Collaboration between Performance Nutrition, Sports Medicine, Strength and Conditioning, and Sports Science
17:00 Hydration Strategies for Practices and Competition
25:00 Managing Hydration Throughout the Week
28:00 Nutritional Considerations for Football Players
35:00 Managing Weight and Body Composition
38:00 Impact of Mental Health on Nutrition and Performance


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In today's episode, strength and conditioning coach Nick Garcia discusses his background and influences in strength and conditioning. He shares his philosophy on training and the challenges he faces as a high school coach. Garcia also talks about training a large number of athletes and the importance of mobility work. He explains how he organizes and implements training sessions and the benefits of velocity-based training. Finally, he discusses the influence of Dr. Bondarchuk's work and how it can be applied to field sports.

Nick Garcia discusses the importance of consistency and adaptation in training, as well as the benefits of periodization and training cycles. He also talks about the different training approaches for various track and field events and the importance of choosing the right implements. Additionally, he shares insights on weight room training for throwers, the use of film analysis, and the challenges of indoor track and field. Finally, he recommends books and offers advice for young coaches.

In this episode, Tommy Moffitt and Nick Garcia discuss the importance of developing relationships with mentors and the limitations of relying solely on internet and social media information. They emphasize the need to understand concepts through observation and application, rather than dismissing them based on surface-level information. The conversation also highlights the value of diving deeper into training principles and being open to new ideas. They stress the importance of considering the context in which training methods are applied, particularly in contact sports like football.

Timecodes:
00:00 Introduction and Background
03:05 Influences and Philosophy
06:16 Challenges of Being a High School Coach
08:19 Training a Large Number of Athletes
11:54 Training Young Athletes
13:28 Importance of Mobility Work
16:43 Organizing and Implementing Training Sessions
19:57 Benefits of Velocity-Based Training
25:28 Using Velocity-Based Training for Readiness
33:19 Influence of Dr. Bondarchuk's Work
38:36 Applying Dr. Bondarchuk's Work to Field Sports
39:16 Consistency and Adaptation
41:29 Training for Track and Field
46:45 Periodization and Training Cycles
49:56 Choosing Throwing Implements
52:30 Different Training Approaches for Different Events
57:09 Weight Room Training for Throwers
01:01:04 Using Film Analysis
01:05:37 Indoor Track and Field
01:07:44 Recommended Books
01:09:06 Advice for Young Coaches
01:15:31 Importance of Developing Relationships with Mentors
01:16:22 Understanding Concepts through Observation and Application
01:17:19 Diving Deeper into Training Principles
01:18:28 Consideration of Context in Training
01:19:45 Appreciation for Nick Garcia's Expertise
01:20:04 Takeaways and Conclusion

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In this episode, we explore the fascinating journey of Brad Minter, a sports performance professional currently serving as the Associate Director for Football at Boise State University. Originally from Birmingham, AL, Brad shares his deep-rooted love for football that began in his childhood. Playing multiple sports, he found his true passion on the football field.

Brad earned a full scholarship to play FCS football at Furman University in Greenville, SC. In 2017, he graduated with a degree in health science. Post-graduation, Brad embarked on his career journey. He interned at the University of South Carolina in the summer of 2017 and later secured another internship at LSU in Baton Rouge that fall.

In January 2019, Brad took on a graduate assistant position at Mercer University in Macon, GA, adding valuable experience to his repertoire. Assistant Director at Virginia Tech: Brad's journey led him to Blacksburg, VA, where he served as an Assistant Director for football at Virginia Tech for three seasons. Following his time at Virginia Tech, Brad moved to Lafayette, LA, for a season at the University of Louisiana, where he held the role of Associate Director for football. Brad is now making an impact in Boise, ID, as the Associate Director of Sports Performance for Football at Boise State University.


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Our incredible guest today is Coach Rich Lansky. Coach Lansky is the Strength & Conditioning Coach and Weightlifting Team Coach at Manatee High School in Bradenton, Florida. In addition to his work at Bradenton, he also serves as the head coach and director of Operations of the Team Florida Gulf Coast Weightlifting Club in Bradenton.

Coach Lansky has 35 years of coaching experience at every level of sports. He returns to Manatee HS for his second stint after serving as the Strength & Conditioning Coach and Head Coach of the boy’s and girl’s weightlifting teams at Braden River High School in Bradenton. During his 35-year coaching career, Lansky has worked in the private sector as a personal trainer, a collegiate sports club conditioning coach, a combine preparation specialist, a club coach, and team coach for USA Weightlifting. He has also coached at Lakeland Christian School, Sarasota Booker, and Venice Wrestling.A 1988 graduate of Syracuse University, coach has helped prepare five different USAW National Champions and served as an official TEAM USA coach at the Pan Am Championships, the Junior World Championships, the World University Cup, and the Mermet Cup.

Coach Lansky was the NHSSCA Florida State Director from 2016-22 and is a member of the USA Weightlifting High School Developmental Committee. Coach has won numerous national and regional awards and was recently named the NHSSCA Southeast Regional Strength Coach of the Year in 2017, and this past June, he was inducted into the NHSSCA Hall of Fame, as well as the NSCA’s High School Strength and Conditioning Coach of the Year.
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In today's episode, we talk with Matt Mullis. Matthew's journey in the field has been nothing short of remarkable, with notable stops at institutions like LSU, Louisiana Tech, and UTEP, which have significantly enriched his knowledge of sports performance.

What makes Matthew's story truly compelling is his recent shift to high school athletics. As the Director of Strength and Conditioning at Fulshear High School in Texas for the past 7 years, he has orchestrated a transformation. Fulshear's athletes have achieved unparalleled success, continually shattering school records in wins, all thanks to Matthew's innovative coaching methods.

Matthew shares his invaluable insights on motivating and nurturing today's athletes, recognizing the distinctive challenges of the modern era. He highlights the importance of coaches venturing beyond their comfort zones to adapt and flourish in this ever-evolving landscape.

Matthew's journey is an inspiring testament to how innovation and unwavering dedication can revolutionize high school athletics. Join us as we delve into his unique perspective on fostering excellence in sports and empowering the next generation of athletes.

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In today's episode, we talk with Pat Basil. With a remarkable 10 years of experience under his belt, Pat has a wealth of knowledge to share.

Throughout his career, Pat has not only honed his expertise but also demonstrated exceptional dedication and efficiency. In an astonishing feat, he managed to train a staggering 650 athletes, spanning across 29 different sports teams, all by himself.

In this episode, Pat will unveil the secrets to his success in the world of Strength and Conditioning. He'll provide insights into his approach to program design, emphasizing simplicity and effectiveness. Whether you're an athlete, a coach, or just someone interested in optimizing your fitness routine, Pat's wisdom and experience are sure to leave you inspired and armed with the knowledge you need to take your training to the next level.

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In today's episode, we talk with Dr. Lorenzo Guess. Dr. Lorenzo Guess has dedicated 12 years of his career to Michigan State University, where he holds the prestigious position of Director of Athletic Performance. Dr. Guess's responsibilities include overseeing a team of highly skilled Athletic Performance professionals who are committed to delivering optimal results for the Olympic sports program. Additionally, Dr. Guess is the Director of Strength & Conditioning for men's basketball, where he implements his vast knowledge and experience to keep the players in top physical condition.

Dr. Guess completed his doctoral program with the United States Sports Academy in the summer of 2021. His research involves The Perception of Educational Barriers in Transition of African American Male Student-Athletes.

A native of Wayne, Michigan, Dr. Guess spent two seasons (2010-11) as an assistant director of strength and conditioning at Notre Dame while working with head coach Brian Kelly. Dr. Guess also worked with Kelly for one season at Cincinnati as a tight ends coach, helping the Bearcats to a 12-1 record in 2009 and an appearance in the Sugar Bowl following UC’s second straight BIG EAST Championship. He helped mentor Super Bowl Champion Travis Kelce at UC, who has earned first-team All-Pro accolades four times and Pro Bowl honors eight times as a tight end during his career with the Kansas City Chiefs.


Timecodes:
00:00:45- Introduction
00:05:45- Let’s start with your journey from high school all the way to Michigan State?
00:09:05- When you were coaching at Cincinnati for Coach Kelly, what was it like coaching for him, and his favorite position, the TE’s?
00:13:45- Can you talk a little about your time with Coach Saban as your coach at Michigan State?
00:17:00- Can you talk about Coach Ken Mannie and his influence on you?
00:22:00- How about Dr. Rosen, is he still working with teams at MSU.
00:26:50- What was it about strength and conditioning that drew you into the profession?
00:29:15- Which sport and position was the most challenging to coach, and which sports were the most challenging to program for?
00:37:00- How did your experience as a collegiate athlete, and then a collegiate position coach in football, prepare you when you transitioned to working in the weight room.
00:39:45- How would your life have been different as a collegiate athlete if you had an NIL deal?
00:45:00- Did you get any break after playing football at MSU, before starting basketball?
00:46:35- There were things that were done traditionally at MSU when you played, as time has passed, and Coach Mannie and others have moved on. Do you feel like its your responsibility to pass some of those things down to the young coaches and student athletes?
00:49:10- What is a typical week like for the MSU Men’s Basketball team right now?
00:52:40- In the summertime, how long is a regular basketball practice?
00:54:50- During the summer, how much sprint work do you do with the basketball team?
00:57:30- How much does travel affect what you do in the weight room in season?
00:59:00- What kind of technology do you use with the basketball team?
01:01:50- Do you do team workouts or small groups?
01:03:20- What advice do you have for youth basketball coaches and young basketball players?
01:09:45- Closing
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