Strength & Conditioning in Pro Sports: Lessons from the NFL and NHL

What’s tougher—training NFL and NHL athletes or high school kids learning to squat for the first time? In this episode, strength coach Steve Polito shares his eye-opening journey from working with the Miami Dolphins and New York Rangers to coaching in high school.

We cover:

🏈 The difference in mindset between NFL and NHL players

🏒 Strength & conditioning for hockey athletes

💪 Why high school S&C can make or break your coaching ability

📊 Sport science, load management & post-game lifts

🔥 Real talk about training adaptations and coaching culture

This is a must-watch for anyone in strength and conditioning, sport science, high school sports, or performance training. Steve shares practical insights for coaches at every level, whether you're working with million-dollar athletes or building from the ground up.

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