Jochum Strength Podcast Antonio Squillante: Training Harder by Monitoring Fatigue
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Nov 3, 2025 Antonio Squillante, a professor and strength coach for the USA Cycling National Sprint Program, shares his fascinating journey from Italy to the U.S. He discusses the cultural differences in training and the importance of monitoring fatigue to enhance performance. Antonio emphasizes using validated metrics over hype, exploring velocity-based training strategies, and the balance between strength and aerodynamics in cycling. His insights on hands-on experimentation and embracing auto-regulation highlight a fresh perspective on effective training methods.
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Strength Doesn’t Guarantee Transfer
- Heavy strength made Antonio strong but not athletic, prompting a search for transfer to power and speed.
- He realized strength alone isn't sufficient; you must design training for transfer to sport.
From Italy To U.S. By Grit
- Antonio translated the entire CSCS textbook line-by-line to learn English and the profession.
- He also sent 107 internship emails and accepted unpaid room-and-board to start his U.S. journey.
The Brutal Internship Arrival
- Antonio recalled arriving at an internship with no English and sleeping on the floor without a bed for a season.
- The experience highlighted how tough early internships were compared to today.
