Voodoo Power Coach Alex Gibson’s Fitness Insights: Building Strong Athletes, Strong Culture
In this episode, Steven sits down with Coach Alex Gibson of APG Strength for a wide-ranging conversation on coaching, athlete development, and building a training culture that truly works. Coach Gibson shares her journey in the strength and conditioning world, including how APG Strength grew into a thriving facility with a balanced mix of male and female athletes by prioritizing communication, confidence, and connection.
The discussion dives into practical coaching strategies—from programming efficient two-day training splits and prioritizing compound lifts, to using fewer words and more physical demonstrations to improve learning and movement quality. Steven and Shane also explore how data and tools like Universal Speed Rating can enhance performance tracking, athlete buy-in, and recruiting visibility.
You’ll also hear insights on:
• Training and empowering female athletes through strength work
• Creating confidence by allowing athletes to fail, adapt, and grow
• Managing fatigue, anxiety, and engagement in long-term development
• Youth Olympic lifting progressions and athlete psychology
• Acceleration training tools and coaching speed mechanics
• Building trust with parents through clear communication and education
• Growing a podcast and a coaching network in today’s performance space
This episode blends real-world coaching experience with actionable takeaways for strength coaches, sport coaches, and anyone invested in developing athletes the right way—physically, mentally, and culturally.
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