
Mike and Brooker Show
Mike Guadango and Alex Brooker talk anything health, fitness, or psychology oriented. Mike is an American Personal Trainer and Gym owner who has trained 1st rounders from MLB, NFL, NBA, NHL, PLL while Brooker is a European Trainer that has trained multiple pros and Olympic Gold Medalists from multiple sports. The goal of this podcast will serve as a source of education for anyone looking to improve in mind, body or spirit.
Latest episodes

Jun 10, 2025 • 29min
#138 Mark McLaughlin P1
Part 1 of 3

Jun 9, 2025 • 1h 9min
#137 Kenny Santucci
In this episode of the Mike & Brooker Show, we sit down with Kenny Santucci, renowned NYC trainer and founder of Strong New York. Dive into his passion for transforming lives through fitness and how he’s fostering a thriving fitness community through StrongNewYork and TheStrengthClub. Tune in for an inspiring conversation with a charismatic great dude. https://www.strongnewyork.com/ -https://thestrengthclub.com/ - https://youtube.com/@strongnewyork?si=CX9qsuJMsvUoke9I01:05 Kennys New Gym in Caldwell05:50 Kennys Paramus Gym 07:50 Partnering with brands in opening a gym location09:30 Kennys New York facility - The Strength Club13:08 How expensive it is to operate in NY & NJ17:00 Strong New York25:28 How much is it to rent expo centres for Strong New York?26:15 How big is the staff to organise Strong New York?28:35 Kenny is a workhorse and sweetheart31:30 How does Strong New York make money?38:25 Power of collaboration - Stone Soup - High Agency45:40 Biggest headache of organising big events50:30 Why did Kenny start a podcast?54:20 What has the most legs of all Kennys projects?01:04:40 Love and admiration for Kenny!!

May 7, 2025 • 29min
#133 Dan Pfaff E2P3
Join us for an electrifying episode featuring legendary coach Dan Pfaff! With decades of experience and a trophy case full of Olympic medals, Dan shares his insights on elite training methods, coaching philosophy, and the art of unlocking athletic potential. This is Part 3 of 3 of Dan's second appearance on the M&B show - if you want to learn more about Dan check out his first episode in the archives. We hope you enjoy!00:00 Importance of Kinematic & Kinetic data in Return to Play03:20 Quantifying video analysis07:30 Medial talus drop - how to improve09:50 The body is a symphony 14:50 Training biases16:58 Preparing for the unexpected 20:40 Changing communication styles throughout coaching career24:20 ABC's of running for youth athletes

May 2, 2025 • 31min
#132 Dan Pfaff E2 P2
Join us for an electrifying episode featuring legendary coach Dan Pfaff! With decades of experience and a trophy case full of Olympic medals, Dan shares his insights on elite training methods, coaching philosophy, and the art of unlocking athletic potential. This is Part 2 of 3 of Dan's second appearance on the M&B show - if you want to learn more about Dan check out his first episode in the archives. We hope you enjoy!

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Apr 22, 2025 • 30min
#131 Dan Pfaff E2 P1
Join us for an electrifying episode featuring legendary coach Dan Pfaff! With decades of experience and a trophy case full of Olympic medals, Dan shares his insights on elite training methods, coaching philosophy, and the art of unlocking athletic potential. This is Part 1 of 3 of Dan's second appearance on the M&B show - if you want to learn more about Dan check out his first episode in the archives. We hope you enjoy!

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Apr 15, 2025 • 41min
#130 Cal Dietz interview E3 P3
Today, we're pumped to have Part 3 of our 3rd episode with Cal Dietz, strength and conditioning legend. From revolutionising athletic performance on the gym floor at the University of Minnesota, writing groundbreaking training methodology to coaching Olympians, NHL stars and everyone in between, Cal’s got insights you don't want to miss. Let’s dive in! Check out Part 1, 2 or our 2 previous episodes with him to learn more. 00:00 The magic of rubbing behind your ears 03:50 High speed hamstring training 07:15 What makes the legend 11:35 Tonus muscle creep and importance of relaxation15:00 The magic of meridians / fascial slings - the human organism21:25 Complexity of human system - what do we even know?26:00 Hand positions - Yuri exercises 34:20 Muscle activation with Ballet dancers

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Apr 8, 2025 • 28min
#129 Cal Dietz E3P2
Part 2 of 3

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Apr 2, 2025 • 32min
#128 Cal Dietz
Part 1 of the 3rd episode with Cal Dietz

Mar 26, 2025 • 1h 7min
#127 - Brooker's Next Row - Crossing the Atlantic
This episode goes into the first details of the next big row across the ocean Brooker plans on doing as well as the training ideas and plans.

Mar 18, 2025 • 39min
#126 Mike Stella part 3
Part 3 with Mike Stella, the innovative mind behind "The Movement Underground." Known for revolutionizing sports rehab and performance, Mike challenges traditional methods with a fresh approach to healing. An Athletic Trainer, educator, and entrepreneur from Farmingdale, NY, he's worked with athletes across MLB, NBA, NFL, UFC, blending hands-on treatment with education to empower athletes in their recovery and performance.Learn more about Mike’s work at The Movement Underground (  / channel )00:00 What rubbish techniques have you learnt over the years?05:25 Persuasive language in treatment08:55 Evaluations and assessments16:10 Training philosophy (clinical vs business model, asymmetries and more )24:50 The Why behind - for clients26:10 Mikes Eval - Bruce Lee method30:00 The art behind coaching 31:30 Building a beautiful business 33:10 Mikes Stellas Clinical Business Growth Engine