Austin Jochum
Founder of Jochum Strength and former All-Conference safety turned performance coach who emphasizes playful, movement-rich training that blends strength, speed, and adaptability.
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Nov 20, 2025 • 1h 15min
490: Austin Jochum on Engineering an Elite Training Stimulus
Austin Jochum, founder of Jochum Strength and former All-Conference safety, emphasizes the importance of playful, adaptable training. He critiques traditional coaching methods and champions athlete-driven learning, highlighting how play enhances performance. Austin dives into his Olympic lifting revival, sharing insights on how varied environments and competition can unlock athletic potential. He introduces the JST Olympics, a team-based initiative that boosts motivation and camaraderie in training. This conversation is packed with innovative ideas for enhancing athletic development.
Apr 23, 2024 • 1h 37min
The Soul of Athletics with AUSTIN JOCHUM | Ep. 9
Austin Jochum, a strength and conditioning coach known for his 'Keep Chopping Wood' philosophy, dives into athletic development and coaching culture. He emphasizes the importance of firsthand experience in sports and advocates for a shift from pure metrics to skill acquisition. Austin discusses authenticity in coaching, encouraging trainers to engage with the sport physically. He critiques conventional mental toughness narratives and stresses the need for purposeful practice. Throughout, he shares insights on daily growth and building an open gym culture.
