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Joe Kenn on R7, Training Around Injuries, and How to Improve High School S&C

May 3, 2024

01:26:47

You know some guests really need no introduction, but in case you’re unfamiliar with Joe “Big House” Kenn, let me fill you in real quick on this guys’ rap sheet….

He’s a 30+ year vet of the strength and conditioning game.

He’s worked – and had success – at every level of physical preparation, from high school to the pros.

He spent 9-years in the NFL with the Carolina Panthers, which included a trip to Super Bowl 50.

And to my knowledge, he’s the ONLY COACH to be named NSCA Strength Coach of the Year at both the collegiate and professional levels.

So needless to say, I’m pretty sure he knows a thing or two about S&C!

And in today’s episode, Joe and I dive into a whole bunch of topics: From how he’s using R7 with his programs, to training and working around injuries, and finally with a little chat about the arms race that is the high-school S&C game.

This one is a doozy – let’s do it!

I don’t try pieces of equipment…I TRAIN equipment. – Joe Kenn

This Week on the Physical Prep Podcast:

What’s new with Joe.
What he’s learned being on the road and speaking over the past couple of years.
The role that strength training plays in building confidence.
Why the word is still “Win.”
How Joe’s training has evolved over the years.
His Tortoise Training program – version 1.0 and 2.0.
What his current strength training goals are, and why he’ll be doing his last meet soon.
How Joe is integrating the Hawkin Dynamics force plates into his training.
His thoughts on the HS weight room game, and why we’re seeing some AMAZING high school weight rooms.
Last but not least Joe’s thoughts on development, and why it might be harder to develop young athletes than ever before.

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