The Hawkin Podcast 〡Hawkin Dynamics

Today we are joined by our very own host, Thomas Newman, as he breaks down some of the most impactful moments of the 2022 podcast season.   Thomas will be joined by Eric Renaghan, Dr. David Dodick, Boyd Epley, Hewitt Tomlin, Beau Bartone, Adam Petway, Joe Kenn, Dr. William Kraemer, Guy Hornsby, Pat Dixon, and Val Prisecaru as we look back on The Hawkin Podcasts best moments of 2022. Sit back, relax and take a deep dive with us back through the year...   Time Stamps for Today's Episode: 00:00:09 Introduction to Today’s Episode 00:01:49 Eric Renaghan’s Episode on Merit-Based Training 00:09:59 Dr. David Dodick’s Episode on Concussion Testing & Management 00:15:12 Boyd Epley’s Episode on The Epley Advantage Performance Index 00:21:19 Hewitt Tomlin’s Episode on Never Sacrificing Quality for Quantity 00:25:03 Beau Bartone’s Episode on Auditing and Individualization 00:30:56 Adam Petway’s Episode on Asking the Question First 00:33:58 Joe Kenn’s Episode on Cluster Training 00:38:27 Dr. William Kraemer’s Episode on Knowing Your Physiology 00:47:49 Guy Hornsby’s Episode on Proper Set-up of the Isometric Mid-Thigh Pull 00:56:46 Pat Dixon’s Episode on Recovery Tools and the Use of Collagen 01:02:16 Val Prisecaru’s Episode on LifeWave Phototherapy Patches 01:08:52 Closing Remarks From Thomas Newman Mentioned notes, papers, and research: Epley Advantage Strength Index Teambuildr Big House Power Collagen and Vitamin C Supplementation Increases Lower Limb Rate of Force Development Using the Isometric Mid-Thigh Pull in the Monitoring of Weightlifters: 25+ Years of Experience LifeWave: Phototherapy Patches Inventor LifeWave: Phototherapy Patches Patents LifeWave   Hawkin Dynamics is an industry leader in force plates, education, and support. Check out www.HawkinDynamics.com to learn more, or request a hassle-free quote to see what the HD System costs here.

Today we are joined by Coach Joe Kenn on Episode 36 of The Hawkin Podcast.   Joe Kenn is world-renowned and extremely well-published in the strength and conditioning community. Coach Kenn is the Owner and President of Big House Power Competitive Athletic Training, INC, as well as Vice President of Performance Education for Dynamic Fitness and Strength, and Senior Contributor - Strength and Conditioning for SportsEdTV. He previously spent 9 years in the NFL with the Carolina Panthers as their Strength and Conditioning Coach and was named the 2015 NFL Strength and Conditioning Coach of the Year. With over 30 years in Strength and Conditioning, Coach Kenn has worked with some of the world's best athletes all while building his brand and knowledge base, as well as publishing three Strength and Conditioning related books. This episode is a must listen...   Time Stamps for Today's Episode: 00:00:07 Introduction to Joe Kenn 00:01:09 Coach Ken's career path 00:09:12 Hold yourself accountable 00:11:19 Leave your ego at the door 00:17:19 A new era of athletes 00:20:40 Self-criticism 00:26:01 Self-confidence 00:35:30 Rewarding intentionality 00:42:11 “I hear you” 00:50:48 What are your athlete's main goals? 00:58:34 Proper communication 01:12:27 Technology in S&C 01:26:02 Data collection 01:31:57 Joe Kenn’s contact information   If you are interested in learning more about Joe Kenn, he can be found on Instagram here, Twitter here, LinkedIn here, or by email at coachkenn@bighousepower.com. Hawkin Dynamics is an industry leader in force plates, education, and support. Check out www.HawkinDynamics.com to learn more, or request a hassle-free quote to see what the HD System costs here.

Today we are joined by Val Prisecaru on Episode 35 of The Hawkin Podcast.   Val is currently the Program Director & Professor of Nutrigenomics at John Patrick University. Val is also a Health Consultant, Functional Nutritionist, and CEO of Atlas Genetics Inc, a health coaching company using genetic and microbiome analysis. Val Prisecaru has been working as a nutritionist and nutrigenomics consultant for the past 20 years. Specializing in glycomic, genetic, and microbiome analysis to help determine the optimal diet, lifestyle, supplements, and medication for each of his clients. Val earned his Master's Degree in Food Science and Human Nutrition from the University of Illinois. In this episode, Val gives a deep dive into his 20 years of experience working with clients on an individual basis to create an optimal lifestyle. With a passion for helping people with innovative solutions, this episode is a must listen...   Time Stamps for Today's Episode: 00:00:07 Who is Val Prisecaru? 00:01:05 Val’s initial interest in nutrition science 00:09:34 The power of your diet 00:16:43 How exercise & training can play a major role 00:27:21 How different foods can affect the body 00:41:39 Diet individualization 00:50:28 High vs low dopamine levels 00:54:54 Handling suboptimal training environments 01:00:24 Recovery is key 01:10:53 Cold exposure post-workout 01:14:07 Exciting innovations for the future 01:20:03 Contact information for Val   If you are interested in learning more about Val Prisecaru, he can be found on LinkedIn here, or by email at geneticwellbeing@gmail.com.   Hawkin Dynamics is an industry leader in force plates, education, and support. Check out www.HawkinDynamics.com to learn more, or request a hassle-free quote to see what the HD System costs here.

Today we are joined by Matt Nein on Episode 34 of The Hawkin Podcast.   Matt Nein is currently the Assistant Director of Athletics & Campus Rec/Head Sports Performance Coach & Manager of Fitness & Facilities at Salisbury University, in Salisbury, Maryland, and has been since 2004. Before that, Matt was the Minor League Strength & Conditioning Coach for the Toronto Blue Jays. In 2018, Matt was named the National Strength & Conditioning Association College Strength Coach of the Year, an award given annually to the top strength coach across NCAA DI, DII, DIII, and NAIA divisions. Matt also serves on the NSCA Advisory Board for the State of Delaware, is the Chair for the NSCA Lacrosse Special Interest Group (SIG), and serves on the NSCA Honor & Awards Committee. Matt earned his Master's degree in Applied Health Physiology from Salisbury University and his Bachelor's degree in Health & Physical Education/Fitness from Towson University. During this episode, Matt gives some great insight into the fast-growing sport of Lacrosse, creating a competitive environment for athletes to thrive, and much more...   Time Stamps for Today's Episode: 00:00:07 Who is Matt Nein? 00:00:52 Matt’s career path 00:10:14 Sport-specific demands of lacrosse 00:17:56 The evolution of woman’s lacrosse 00:23:03 Athlete efficiency 00:31:05 Knowing what’s best for your athletes 00:37:08 Athlete commitment 00:43:39 What are you committed to? 00:52:43 Creating a competitive environment 01:00:26 Strive to be more than average 01:06:19 Advice for younger coaches 01:14:08 How to contact Matt Nein   If you are interested in learning more about Matt Nein, he can be found on LinkedIn here, or by email at manein@salisbury.edu. Hawkin Dynamics is an industry leader in force plates, education, and support. Check out www.HawkinDynamics.com to learn more, or request a hassle-free quote to see what the HD System costs here.

Today we are joined by Julian Jenkins on Episode 33 of The Hawkin Podcast   Julian Jenkins is currently the Senior Director of Regional Recruiting at NCSA Next College Student Athlete, a top-tier recruiting service that helps thousands of student-athletes and their families come face-to-face with the difficult challenge of NCAA athletic recruiting every single year. For over 20 years, NCSA has empowered the next generation of student-athletes to take control of their future, maximize their potential, and get recruited. Julian has been with NCSA for the past 13+ years in various positions. Prior to coming to NCSA, Julian was in the NFL as both a Defensive Lineman for the Denver Broncos and Tampa Bay Buccaneers, as well as a Player Personnel/Scouting Intern for the San Fransisco 49ers. Jenkins earned his degree and played NCAA Division 1 Football at Stanford University where he was a 4-year player, 2-year starter, and Senior Year Team Captain while also earning a degree in English Literature. In this Episode, Julian spreads light on the current day recruiting process as well as how the NCSA can help along the way...   Time Stamps for Today's Episode: 00:07 Who is Julian Jenkins? 02:24 Julian’s path to NCSA 12:02 Advice on the new processes of NCAA Recruitment 20:17 Recruiting steps outside of sport-specific data 26:36 Athletes don’t need to wait for coaches to contact them 31:48 Controlling your own personal brand 36:44 Is NCAA D1 the only option? 40:45 Navigating the tough conversations 44:55 Julian’s contact information   If you are interested in learning more about Julian Jenkins, he can be found on LinkedIn here, and on Twitter here. To learn more about NCSA go to ncsasports.org or find them on Instagram here.   Hawkin Dynamics is an industry leader in force plates, education, and support. Check out www.HawkinDynamics.com to learn more, or request a hassle-free quote to see what the HD System costs here.

Today we are joined by Jose Catano on Episode 32 of The Hawkin Podcast.   Jose Catano is the owner of Catano Performance, a top-tier performance facility in the North East that focuses on the development and progression of athletes of all calibers. Jose also works as a Behavioral Health Specialist. Jose's background in Psychology and Strength & Conditioning gives him a unique coaching style that focuses not only on an athlete's athletic abilities but also on their personal well-being. During this episode, Jose touches on how he uses both his professions to create a well-balanced blend of the two within his coaching and training, how he uses technology in his everyday application, and much more...   Time Stamps for Today’s Episode:   00:00:07 Introduction to Jose 00:00:56 Jose Catano’s story 00:04:00 Colombia vs US athletic cultures 00:10:20 Coaching with passion 00:13:27 The psychology of coaching 00:22:23 Life lessons in training 00:25:59 Velocity-based training (VBT) 00:34:27 Monitoring fatigue 00:41:38 Catano’s current practices 00:50:30 Training younger athletes 00:58:16 Video analysis application 01:01:53 Managing force plate testing 01:10:19 Creating a positive culture 01:16:23 Everything force plates 01:24:43 How to reach Jose Catano   If you are interested in learning more about Jose Catano, he can be found on Instagram here, or at https://www.catanoperformance.com/. Hawkin Dynamics is an industry leader in force plates, education, and support. Check out www.HawkinDynamics.com to learn more, or request a hassle-free quote to see what the HD System costs here.

Today we are joined by Dr. Donna Lopiano on Episode 31 of The Hawkin Podcast.   Dr. Lopiano is currently the President and founder of Sports Management Resources, a consulting firm that focuses on bringing the knowledge of experienced, expert former athletics directors to assist scholastic and collegiate athletics departments in solving growth and development challenges. Previously, she was the chief executive officer of the Women's Sports Foundation from 1992 to 2007 and focused on ensuring athletic departments throughout the nation were compliant with Title IX regulations. Prior to that, in 1975, Dr. Lopiano was the first Director of Women's Athletics at the University of Texas. Throughout her years in athletics, Lopiano has been a strong advocate and supporter of Title IX regulations. Living in a male-dominated field, Dr. Lopiano gives excellent insight into equality in athletics.   Time Stamps for Today's Episode:   00:07 Who is Dr. Donna Lopiano? 06:39 Shaping her career path 09:57 Hit the ground running 16:13 The evolution of the amateur athlete 21:15 What does amateur really mean? 27:17 The economics of college athletics 34:48 The college “promise” 39:23 Fair market value 46:00 What’s in store for female athletics 50:46 Barriers to be broken 54:50 How to reach Dr. Donna Lopiano   If you are interested in learning more about Dr. Donna Lopiano, she can be found on LinkedIn here, or by email at donnalopiano@gmail.com. Hawkin Dynamics is an industry leader in force plates, education, and support. Check out www.HawkinDynamics.com to learn more, or request a hassle-free quote to see what the HD System costs here.

Today we are joined by James Hanisch on Episode 30 of The Hawkin Podcast.   James is currently the Managing Director of the Hawkin Dynamics Asia-Pacific region. Previously, James held positions as Director of Performance Science with the Philadelphia Eagles, Sports Science Coordinator at the University of Oregon, as well as performance analyst with the Brisbane Lions and Adelaide Football Club. Hanisch earned his Master's Degree in High-Performance Sport from ACU (Australian Catholic University) and his Bachelor of Applied Science in Human Movement from the University of South Australia. James has now been a part of the Hawkin Dynamics Team for a year but has been part of the Hawkin Family for much longer, as he was a previous user of the Hawkin Dynamics Force Plates prior to becoming an employee. With knowing the business from both the user perspective as well as the internal team member perspective, James is able to share why he has been a loyal part of Hawkin Dynamics.   Time Stamps for Today's Episode:   00:07 Who is James Hanisch? 01:05 HD’s Australian footprint 04:21 User application 07:07 The Hawkin Family 09:24 Customer service is the key to success 14:48 Building force plates into daily practice 20:10 The evolution of Force Plate Testing 27:54 Accuracy, time efficiency & reliability 31:43 What’s getting you fired up? 35:37 Controlling the dosages of exercise 39:31 Closing thoughts from James 42:34 How to contact James   If you are interested in learning more about James Hanisch, he can be found on LinkedIn here, Instagram here, or by email at james@hawkindynamics.com.   Hawkin Dynamics is an industry leader in force plates, education, and support. Check out www.HawkinDynamics.com to learn more, or request a hassle-free quote to see what the HD System costs here.

Today we are joined by Jonathan Erskine on Episode 29 of The Hawkin Podcast. Jonathan is currently a Strength & Conditioning Coach in the tactical field at Cannon Air Force Base. Previously, Erskine held positions as Strength & Conditioning Coach at REEF Systems Corp, Intern Strength Coach at The University of Alabama, and Defensive Line Coach & Strength Coach at the High School level. Jonathan received his Ph.D. in Health and Human Performance from Concordia University Chicago. He also received a Master of Science and Bachelor's Degree in Sport and Fitness Administration/Management from Troy University. Coach Erskine's move from the sports world, into the tactical world, gives him a unique view of how strength & conditioning can better benefit all those that partake. Gives this week's episode a listen to learn more...   Time Stamps For Today’s Episode:   00:00:07 When Jonathan Erskine caught the iron bug 00:02:15 From passion to profession 00:06:23 Building the roots 00:14:28 That “C’mon man” moment 00:20:39 Growth & change 00:25:33 Haircuts mid-episode? 00:28:12 Carryover from athletics to tactical 00:33:04 Implementation of sports science in the tactical setting 00:43:25 Advice for young coaches coming into tactical 00:53:53 Not everyone has the same means of motivation 00:59:42 Creating a buy-in culture 01:06:09 Moving properly before loading the body 01:13:20 The transition of the tactical realm 01:19:23 Jon’s contact information & podcast   If you are interested in learning more about Jonathan Erskine, he can be found on LinkedIn here, Instagram here, by email at jmersko@gmail.com, or listen to his new podcast, The BROKE Strength Coach. Hawkin Dynamics is an industry leader in force plates, education, and support. Check out www.HawkinDynamics.com to learn more, or request a hassle-free quote to see what the HD System costs here.

Today we are joined by Lauren Green on Episode 28 of The Hawkin Podcast.   Lauren Green is one of the most well-rounded Sports Scientists / Strength & Conditioning coaches in the field. Lauren started his professional career with the Los Angeles Dodgers (MLB), where he held positions as both Strength & Conditioning Coach, as well as the Latin American Strength & Conditioning Coordinator. After spending time with the Los Angeles Dodgers, Green became the Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach of the Brooklyn Nets (NBA). Then moving out of the professional sports realm and into the Division 1 Collegiate level, Green held positions as the Director of Sports Science at the University of California San Diego (UCSD) and the Director of Athletic Performance with the Louisiana State University (LSU) Men's Basketball program. Lauren has worn multiple hats throughout his career, thus making his experiences and expertise something you won't want to miss hearing about.   Time Stamps for Today's Episode: 00:00:07 Who is Lauren Green? 00:05:33 Where Lauren’s road map started 00:12:59 From High School to Professionals 00:13:52 Utilizing your time effectively 00:18:02 Simplicity to perfection 00:29:44 Risk to reward 00:34:15 Creating your own solutions 00:44:19 Obtaining the best data 00:47:17 Athlete development 00:54:17 Setting expectations 01:08:16 Athlete buy-in 01:16:31 Visions of the future 01:29:01 Closing remarks 01:30:00 Lauren Green’s contact info   If you are interested in learning more about Lauren Green, he can be found on LinkedIn here, Instagram here, Twitter here, or by his email at green.lauren86@gmail.com. Hawkin Dynamics is an industry leader in force plates, education, and support. Check out www.HawkinDynamics.com to learn more, or request a hassle-free quote to see what the HD system costs here.