
The Reactive Training Systems Podcast
Everything about RTS, auto-regulation, powerlifting, strength, and getting strong for coaches and athletes alike!
Latest episodes

Jul 11, 2022 • 51min
The Evolving Needs of a Seasoned Powerlifter with Mark Robb
In this episode, Mike Tuchscherer sits down with Mark Robb to discuss how a seasoned powerlifter's needs change over time. The conversation addresses specificity, frequency, and even off-season needs.

Jun 27, 2022 • 57min
Coaching Training vs. Nutrition with Dr. Kristin Lander
Dr. Kristin Lander joins RTS Coaches Mike Tuchscherer and John Garafano again to talk about the difference between coaching nutrition versus training. Want to learn more about nutrition, check out Dr. Kristin Lander's courses here: https://store.reactivetrainingsystems.com/collections/classroom/products/nutrition-course-bundle

Jun 13, 2022 • 1h 10min
A Roadmap for Reintroduction with John Flagg
John Flagg of Rebuild Stronger joins coach Mike Tuchscherer to discuss all things related to the injury reintroduction process.

May 30, 2022 • 1h 17min
Nonspecific Work with Jordan Feigenbaum
Jordan Feigenbaum joins RTS Coaches Mike Tuchscherer and Ross Leppala to discuss some of his recent thoughts on nonspecific work in training and how they might help the powerlifts.

May 16, 2022 • 1h 20min
Grasping Adaptation with Derek Evely
Mike Tuchscherer sits down with Derek Evely to discuss Emerging Strategies and generally how athletes adapt to training stimuli.

May 9, 2022 • 1h 17min
Quality Matters with Jason Tremblay
RTS Coaches Mike Tuchscherer and John Garafano are joined by the President and Co-Founder of The Strength Guys, Jason Tremblay, to discuss how quality matters in training.

Apr 28, 2022 • 52min
The Business Side of Coaching
RTS Coaches Mike Tuchscherer and John Garafano sit down with Shamal Asnani to talk about all things on the business side of coaching. Now, Shamal is a powerlifter and coach himself but his primary specialty is as a Certified Public Accountant. You can learn more about Shamal by visiting fitnesstaxes.com. Shamal also created a new RTS course all about the business side of coaching. Go to store.reactivetrainingsystems.com > Courses for more information.

Apr 4, 2022 • 1h 14min
Mentality and RPE with Natalie Hanson
Natalie Hanson joins RTS Coaches Mike Tuchscherer, Ross Leppala, and John Garafano to discuss how your mentality can impact RPE ratings. Ultimately, our mindset can determine quite a bit regarding our ability to accurately rate RPE.

Mar 28, 2022 • 58min
Using Velocity to Calibrate RPE
In this episode, RTS Founder and Head Coach, Mike Tuchscherer, meets with Jacob Tober of 'Metric' which is a velocity-based training app that helps you measure velocity with your smartphone--no strings attached. Mike and Jacob talk about how to incorporate using velocity measurement to help calibrate your RPE. To learn more about 'Metric' please visit https://www.metric.coach/

Mar 21, 2022 • 36min
Winning The Day with Newton Cheng Part 2
Part 2! Building upon our last episode in December, Newton Cheng joins RTS Coaches Mike Tuchscherer, Mark Robb, and Ross Leppala to dive deeper into understanding one's meaning and purpose behind powerlifting and how to 'Win The Day'. This podcast was recorded right after the 2022 Arnold Sports Festival where Newton set several American and State records.
Remember Everything You Learn from Podcasts
Save insights instantly, chat with episodes, and build lasting knowledge - all powered by AI.