In this episode of Total Athlete, Ryan Beckwith reframes the way athletes, parents, and coaches think about injury prevention.

Rather than viewing injury prevention as a separate checklist or add-on, Ryan explains why the most effective injury prevention strategy is an integrated system. One that combines smart training, sport-specific movement, mental preparation, recovery habits, and clear communication between everyone on an athlete’s team (from surgeon to physical therapist to coaches).

Drawing from personal experience, Ryan shares the story of a season-ending ankle injury in high school and the emotional toll that comes with suddenly losing your athletic identity. That experience shapes his belief that injuries must be addressed not only physically, but mentally and emotionally as well.

Ryan Beckwith, Reggie Bolton, and Carl Ferreira discuss the championship mind set. The conversation is focused on the importance of self accountability, preparation, and positive self talk. They also breakdown how you can apply it to your daily life and better understand how to set and accomplish your goals.

Hosts Ryan Beckwith and Reggie Bolton discuss the reality of going from a high school student-athlete, to a collegiate prospect, to a collegiate recruit, to becoming a bonafide collegiate student-athlete...Part 2

Hosts Ryan Beckwith and Reggie Bolton discuss the reality of going from a high school student-athlete, to a collegiate prospect, to a collegiate recruit, to becoming a bonafide collegiate student-athlete...Part 1

Special guests Reggie Bolton - Director of Athletics at Bakersfield College, and R. Todd Littlejohn - Head Football Coach at Bakersfield College, join Coach AJ Orange and Coach Ryan Beckwith to discuss the realities that revolve around collegiate athletics...the expectations, recruiting, and how to be successful.

The panel discusses the intricacies of preparation. Peak performance is dependent on the persons ability to prepare.

The panel discusses sport combines / camps, and the importance of the preparation for them. And reminding everyone, that combines / camps are all about testing and how you show up and compete. Enjoy the conversation from a panel that has experienced combines / camps at every level!

Ryan Beckwith and Art Charles, Jr. discuss the importance/meaning of Visualization and how it effects Decision Making. You won't want to miss this one...

Visualize like an Athlete

Today both Ryan Beckwith and AJ Orange discuss the Functionality of Strength in training. Why we need to focus on aspects beyond simply training for Strength in the weightroom.

Train like an athlete...

The panel discusses the many levels and perspectives of leadership.

Leadership is not a simple definition, or a one way or the highway type of system. Compassion, communication, tough decisions, staying true while also having an open mind/heart are ALL necessary to be an effective leader.