The Principles of Performance

Lynne Peeples, a seasoned science journalist with a biostatistics background, dives into the fascinating world of circadian rhythms. She explores how modern habits disrupt our natural clocks and offers practical tips to improve sleep quality. The discussion highlights the role of artificial light in sports and extreme environments, showing its impact on performance. Peeples also addresses environmental justice issues related to light access, advocating for better alignment of our schedules with nature for enhanced well-being.

          Kevin Neeld is the Head Performance Coach for the Boston Bruins, where he oversees all aspects of designing and implementing the team’s performance training program, as well as monitoring the players’ performance, workload and recovery. Prior to Boston, Kevin spent 2 years as an Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach for the San Jose Sharks after serving as the director of a private sports performance facility in New Jersey for 7 years, working with pro, college, junior and elite level youth hockey players. He also served as a strength and conditioning coach with the U.S. Women’s Olympic Ice Hockey Team for 5 years. Neeld is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), Certified Performance and Sport Scientist (CPSS), and Registered Strength and Conditioning Coach (RSCC*D) through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA). He serves on the executive council of the Strength and Conditioning Association of Professional Hockey (SCAPH), and the NSCA’s Ice Hockey Special Interest Group, and is a founding board member of Metabolic Elite. Neeld earned his PhD in human and sport performance from Rocky Mountain University, where his research focused on the relationship between workload and performance in elite hockey. Neeld has published several articles in peer-reviewed journals, has authored 2 books Ultimate Hockey Training and Speed Training for Hockey. He has been an invited guest speaker at events hosted by the National Hockey League (NHL), National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), and USA Hockey.   Links: https://www.kevinneeld.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevinneeld/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NeeldPerformanceHockeyTraining YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/KevinNeeld Twitter/X: https://x.com/KevinNeeld

        On this week’s show we take questions submitted by our listeners, including: 1. What are 3 ways technology has helped coaches? 2. How has technology hurt coaches? 3. What does power training look like for older adults? How does it differ than working with athletes? 4. Some people refer to Bulgarian/Rear-Foot Elevated Split Squats as single leg training and others says it’s not truly single leg. Does this matter? 5. Do you have any conditioning assessments that are appropriate for general population clients ? 6. If you could only program three core exercises for the rest of your life, what would they be? 7. What are your thoughts on Olympic lifting for high school athletes? 8. If you could give a young coach three pieces of advice to make them successful in the future, what would they be?   Do you have a question that you would like us to answer? Drop it in the comments and we will get to it next time qe do a Q&A!

          Tony is the founder, owner and head coach of Bonvec Strength, the premiere strength training gym in West Boylston, Massachusetts. Tony began competing in powerlifting in 2010 and has posted competition personal records of a 578 squat, 405 bench press and 584 deadlift. He has earned an elite total in the 198-pound weight class and a master total in the 220-pound weight class. Previously, Tony co-owned The Strength House in Worcester, where he trained powerlifters, team sport athletes and strength enthusiasts from all walks of life. Prior to that, Tony spent three years coaching at Cressey Sports Performance in Hudson, Massachusetts, where he worked primarily with professional and amateur baseball players. Tony is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) through the National Strength and Conditioning Association and earned his Master’s degree in exercise science from Adelphi University in 2013. Tony is an avid writer, and his articles have appeared in various written and digital publications such as Yahoo Sports, Testosterone Nation, MyFitnessPal and Bodybuilding.com. Prior to his coaching career, Tony played baseball at Saint Michael’s College, a small Division II school in Vermont, where he played catcher and led the team in home runs and slugging percentage as a senior   Links: https://bonvecstrength.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bonvec_strength/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BonvecStrength YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/TonyBonvechio

          Tim Kettenring is a high-performance coach and consultant with over 15 years of experience working with coaches and athletes in every sport setting. Currently Tim is the High Performance Director for NOLA Gold Rugby and the President of Maverick Human Performance. Previously he was the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach at Loyola University.   Links: https://www.maverickhumanperformance.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/timkettenring13/ Twitter/X: https://x.com/timkettenring YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVnZUeEUSA- r9YdGcSxi4Xg

              Pete Dupuis is the Vice President and Co-Founder of Cressey Sports Performance. He has served as business director of CSP since it was established in 2007. Since graduating with an MBA from Babson College during the spring of 2007, Pete has been able to apply his entrepreneurial skills in helping to build CSP into the prominent strength and conditioning business and brand that it is today   Links: http://www.petedupuis.com https://cresseyperformance.com/ https://businessforunicorns.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pete_dupuis Twitter/X: https://x.com/pete_dupuis

In this engaging conversation, Erica Suter, a seasoned Speed, Agility, and Strength Coach, shares her expertise as a 3-time college All-American and former semi-pro soccer player. She emphasizes the importance of representation among female coaches and how tailored training can empower young female athletes. Discussion highlights include the benefits of unilateral training and the critical role of strength, nutrition, and injury prevention strategies. Erica also advocates for unstructured play to develop creativity in youth sports, showcasing her commitment to fostering resilience in young athletes.

          Dr. Dan Braun received his Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science his Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) from Lebanon Valley College. Dan is passionate about performance training and rehabilitation of athletic injuries, especially the ankle, knee, hip, and shoulder injuries. Dan has researched the impact of manual therapy techniques at the ankle on improving range of motion and dynamic balance which was presented at APTA-Pennsylvania in Fall 2021. He is also the host of the Braun Performance and Rehab podcast (Formerly the Brawn Body Podcast) and is the Director of Rehabilitation for Isophit.   Links: https://braunpr.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/braun_pr/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dan.braun.9/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-braun-398617125/ Braun Performance and Rehab Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4p2PNyXcOUAcSCT26zKVKg

Dr. Phil Maffetone, a pioneer in complementary medicine and sports nutrition, shares his groundbreaking insights on optimizing health and performance. He emphasizes the need for individualized training, heart rate monitoring, and recognizing the impact of nutrition and stress on fitness. Maffetone discusses the importance of balanced recovery, quality sleep, and the essential role of fun and humor in training. He also explores the therapeutic relationship between music and well-being, advocating for a holistic approach to athletic success.

Bill Hartman, an internationally recognized physical therapist with over 30 years of experience, shares insights from his work with athletes across major sports leagues. He discusses the importance of innovative practices in health and performance, the crucial role of connective tissue in movement, and how understanding the infrasternal angle can optimize training. Additionally, he emphasizes the link between breath and movement mechanics, showcasing the psychological aspects of performance. The conversation closes with a light-hearted nod to Batman, tying nostalgia to community engagement.