The Game Speed Podcast

Sam Portland, a renowned Strength and Conditioning Coach with over a decade of experience, shares his insights on speed training for team sports. He emphasizes the importance of varied effort levels and sub-maximal speeds for improving athletic performance. Portland reflects on the emotional challenges of writing his book, addressing imposter syndrome and anxiety. He also advocates for a tailored approach to speed training, focusing on relaxation and acceleration techniques that enhance athletes' game speed. His passion for coaching and global connections shines through.

Kyle Dobbs is the founder and Owner of Compound Performance. Kyle not only trains people, but he also works with trainers on business development, biomechanics, program design, and nutrition. https://www.compoundperformance.com/ Kyle on Instagram Kyle's Coaching App Check Out My Game Speed Course and Programs at www.multidirectionalpower.com

Mike is currently a Coach, Writer & Owner at Freak Strength and has been coaching for over 10 years. He has coached levels of athletes from NFL, MLB, NBA, MLL, MLS, WWE, Rugby League, Rugby Union and Olympic Gold medalists to pre-pubescent athletes. He has also consulted for high caliber athletes and coaches worldwide. He has worked with NBA Champs, 10+ NFL Super bowl Champs, 10+ All-Pro/Pro-bowl selections. Mike also is the host of one of my favorite podcasts, The Mike and Brooker Show. Follow Mike on Instagram https://freakstrengthgym.com/ Check Out My Game Speed Course and Programs at www.multidirectionalpower.com

Matt McInnes Watson, or better known as "The Plyo Guy," is a plyometric and dynamic training specialist. Matt is the owner of Plus Plyos, a coaching business that provides plyometric programs and education. https://www.instagram.com/mcinneswatson/ https://www.instagram.com/PLUSPLYOS/ Check Out My Game Speed Course and Programs at www.multidirectionalpower.com

Lee Taft, known to most simply as "The Speed Guy", is highly respected as one of the top athletic movement specialists in the world. He has spent much of this time teaching his multi-directional speed methods to top performance coaches and fitness professionals all over the world. Fundamental Movement Series Lee Taft On Instagram

Spencer Goggins is currently working with the Diving Program at NSW institute of Sport and the Cronulla Sharks U21's program. Previously the lead S&C for the Western Force in Perth. Spencer's areas of interest include systems theory, speed and agility coaching using constraints, and strength and power diagnostics. https://www.instagram.com/spenni__/ Spencer's Speed System Blueprint Check Out My Game Speed Course and Programs at www.multidirectionalpower.com

Ryan Hopkins has spent the last 15 years of his life exploring everything fitness and weightlifting related and, with the launch of SoHo Strength Lab in 2013, transitioned into the gym ownership aspect of the fitness world. Ryan began his deep dive into health and fitness as an Athletic Training major at the University of Central Florida, but his most significant learning was done outside of the classroom. Ryan separates himself from many fitness professionals because of his exposure to and comprehension of a wide variety of training methods and modalities. Ryan is constantly educating himself, applying what he learns in his training to "experience the individualities and peculiarities of each approach for every situation and circumstance." https://theperformanceparadigm.com/ https://www.instagram.com/sslryan/ Check Out My Game Speed Course and Programs at www.multidirectionalpower.com

Justin Moore is a Performance Director and Coach at BOLT Fitness & Performance Training. Justin's Instagram 2023 Boston Health and Performance Summit Check Out My Game Speed Course and Programs at www.multidirectionalpower.com

João Mendes is a coach who helps injured athletes recover and get back to elite performance. João on Instagram Check Out My Game Speed Course and Programs at www.multidirectionalpower.com

Nate Melendez was named the Head Strength & Conditioning Coach of Webber International University in July of 2022. Melendez is responsible for overseeing the strength and conditioning programs for each of Webber's 23 varsity sports as well as its developmental teams. He previously oversaw the development and implementation of strength and conditioning programs for several NBA players during the off-season within the private sector. Prior to that, he was an Exercise Physiologist at the National Training Center located in Clermont, Florida. Nate's Instagram Check Out My Game Speed Course and Programs at www.multidirectionalpower.com