Jochum Strength Podcast

This week on the Jochum Strength Podcast we have on Dr. John C Ditch. John is a professor at Carrol University, Runs a Sports Science Consulting Group, and loves all things biomechanics. Throughout the episode we talk about his insane garage research facility, what devices seem to be worth the money, a ton of various biomechanics relating to jumping, and an aggressive return to play protocol. As always thanks for listening and enjoy the episode.  

Joe Pedulla, a strength coach at the University of Oklahoma, shares his expertise on pragmatic programming and training philosophy. He emphasizes the importance of self-training for coaches to gain practical knowledge. Joe discusses selecting exercises based on physiological parameters rather than names and warns against overcommitting to a single coaching ideology. He also outlines his innovative programming framework, discusses the significance of cardio for recovery, and highlights the unique needs of compressive athletes. Tune in for a wealth of strength training insights!

This week on the Jochum Strength Podcast we are stoked to bring on Harry Walker. Describing a guest is usually a simple task but for Harry that goes out the window completely. He is a Strength Coach, Wildland Firefighter, Strongman Athlete, Army National Guard Soldier, and a USMC Veteran. Throughout the episode we talk about concurrently balancing the physical demands of all these responsibilities, competing in various competitions around the world, as well as some light philosophical topics. This was an awesome episode that displays how taking on challenges leads to meaningful work. As always thanks for listening and enjoy the episode.  

This week on the Jochum Strength Podcast we had the pleasure of speaking to Austin Nice a strength coach out of the University of Cincinnati who I had the pleasure of meeting while I was a grad student at Pitt. Throughout the episode we talk about Austin’s pathway into being a D1 Strength Coach, the relationships and communication with sport coaches, being a good mentee, and the importance of being incredibly good at the basics. This is a great episode for anyone looking at a career in the strength and conditioning field and as always thanks for listening. 

Welcome back to the Jochum Strength Podcast. This week we have on Welty and Brian to cover all things hockey. Throughout the episode they dive into experimenting and being guinea pigs for their own programming, on ice vs off ice training correlations, and building an environment that breeds competition. As always thanks for listening and enjoy the episode.

n today’s episode, Austin sits down with strength coach Khrys Speed to dive into Olympic lifting. They explore how to balance skill work, strength work, and athletic qualities like sprinting and jumping, why mobility needs to target specific joints and patterns, and how clear intent can transform technique. You’ll also hear about creative programming ideas, how Olympic lifts transfer to other lifts, and some insight into Khrystopher’s own athletic pursuits. Enjoy the episode.

Host Austin sits down with the coach/physio behind Supple Leopard to unpack how modern S&C drifted from performance—and how to stitch it back together. They dig into balancing “movement yogi” work with real wattage, why the weight room should be a safe place to take risks, and how prep that looks like getting ready for a fight beats 20 minutes of foam rolling. You’ll hear practical ways to restore positions, use test–retest thinking, and design warm-ups that light up the nervous system (spike ball, flag-belt games, resisted throws, barefoot jumps) so athletes show up faster, tougher, and happier—and coaches stop over-accessorizing the gym.

Jeffrey "Flexibull" Wolf navigates his dynamic journey in fitness, from baseball to CrossFit and Gymnastic Bodies, emphasizing the importance of authenticity and culture over social media metrics. He candidly discusses his burnout from online platforms, the value of training real people, and how jiu-jitsu helped him reconnect with his true self. Flexibull argues for depth in engagement over superficial popularity and shares insights on owning mistakes, cultivating meaningful relationships, and the balance between doing the work and adhering to training models.

In this episode, I sit down with Jessica Burke – coach, creator, and host of The Strength Chick Podcast. Jessica opens up about her journey leaving the collegiate strength & conditioning world after years of sacrifice, low pay, and a toxic culture that too often disrespected athletes, athletic trainers, and support staff. We dive into the moment she knew she had to walk away, how she built her own brand over nearly a decade, and what it took to finally bet on herself.Now based in Chicago, Jessica is opening her own private training facility while coaching a wide range of clients — from post-PT athletes to women in their 30s–50s who want a healthier, more balanced approach to training and nutrition. She shares her passion for cutting through fitness industry noise, breaking free from diet culture, and creating educational, sustainable solutions that actually fit people’s lives.We cover:Why so many great coaches are leaving college athleticsThe realities of low pay, burnout, and scapegoating in S&CJessica’s philosophy on food noise, macros vs. micros, and eating without shameThe role of supplements (and which ones are a waste of money)How she helps general population clients build consistency and confidencePractical, budget-friendly nutrition advice for athletes and young peopleIf you’ve ever struggled with the transition out of sports, diet culture, or balancing fitness with real life, this conversation will hit home.

Today we have on Austin Womack. Austin was a strength coach working in professional baseball before becoming a wildland firefighter in 2019. After understanding the demands firsthand he decided to start a coaching business called rugged athlete specifically aimed toward working with wildland firefighters.In this episode we talk about the challenges wild land fire fighters face, the importance of periodizing “the suck”, how to prepare for working in challenging environments.You can follow Austin on Instagram at @rugged.athleteAs always, thanks for listening—and enjoy the episode.