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Jul 25, 2025 • 1h 16min
Stephanie Grubbs on Microdosing Strength, Proactive Planning and Small Wins Over Time
Okay serious question…with athletes playing more games than ever before, how do you find ways to “sneak” strength workouts into their routine?
And perhaps more importantly, how do you RECOVER from playing all those games so you can perform at the highest level?
Well whether we’re talking collegiate sports or the professional ranks, today’s guest has kind of seen it all!
From her start at Clemson, to her time at Mississippi State and Pitt, to her current gig with the Houston Astros, Stephanie Grubbs has left a lasting and positive impact at every step along her way.
And today, we’re going to talk about how to effectively strength train and recover when time is more limited than ever before!
Quotable Quotes:
I think just making sure you’re surrounding yourself with people that are constantly trying to elevate themselves
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If you’re not being challenged, you’re in the wrong spot
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Good coaches are good coaches. And I’m lucky that I had mentors that never looked at me like, “Steph’s a female. I don’t know if she can train the baseball players”
This Week on the Physical Prep Podcast:
Stephanie shares her journey from college sports to working with the Houston Astros in Major League Baseball.
The differences between collegiate and professional sports environments, and the differences in the coach-athlete relationship.
Stephanie’s insights on microdosing strength training and its application across different sports.
The importance of recovery modalities and how they are implemented in professional sports.
Stephanie’s approach to continuing education and the value of networking and site visits.
The role of mentorship in Stephanie’s career and advice for young females entering the strength and conditioning field.
A frank discussion on the challenges and rewards of working in a male-dominated industry.
Stephanie’s aspirations for the future, including her interest in writing a book.
The impact of professional sports schedules on personal and professional life.
And last but not least, the importance of adaptability and creativity in coaching.
Connect with Stephanie:
Stephanie on Instagram
Related Links:
First 90 Days Book
Peak Mind Book
Corey Schlesinger Podcasts
Rick Franzblau on Bucketing Athletes, Arm Care and Reverse Engineering the Sport of Baseball
Grow Your Fitness Business or Gym with Push Press!
Gym owners and coaches, have you heard about PushPress?
It’s the best gym management software company and it’s revolutionizing the fitness world.
So check this out: PushPress is built BY gym owners. They understand the ins and outs of running a fitness business because they’re “in the trenches” in their own gyms every single day.
Key products like Core, Grow, and Train are designed to help you with everything from billing and scheduling to lead generation and progress tracking.
Built on the “help first” ethos, PushPress places an exceptional focus on prioritizing client needs, listening to feedback from their community, and using it as the impetus for its ever-evolving, innovative features.
And here’s the strongest plug I can give them – I’ve actually switched to PushPress for all of my clients and athletes.
Getting things set-up and running smoothly is not only easier, but also far more intuitive than many other solutions.
So if you’re interested in learning more, just head over to pushpress.com/ppp.
Subscribe, Rate & Share
Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of The Physical Preparation Podcast!
If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube Podcasts and leave your honest review. I’d also love to connect via Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram or visit our website.
Thanks so much for your support – love and appreciate you!
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Jul 18, 2025 • 1h 23min
Gareth Sapstead on Stubborn Body Parts, Incremental Progress, and Elite Physique Transformation
Gareth Sapstead, a coach specializing in physique transformation and owner of EPT Coaching, shares his expertise on body transformations. He discusses the key differences between training for photoshoots versus general weight loss. Gareth emphasizes the importance of personalized training regimens and the value of incremental progress in achieving fitness goals. He also explores challenges in targeting stubborn body parts and the balance between powerlifting and bodybuilding techniques. Insights on financial management in the fitness industry add a practical layer to his transformative approach.

Jul 11, 2025 • 1h 15min
Jarred Boyd on Adaptive Intent, Mental Models, and Building Elite Basketball Players
Why is strength important for basketball players? And are the ways we currently evaluate strength relevant to the sport?
As a coach or clinician, how do you toe that line between optimizing and improving movement, while still getting REAL training adaptations?
And what’s the difference between kinetic and regional interdependence, and why should you care?
Well if you’re curious about any of these topics, you’re going to LOVE today’s episode.
Jarred Boyd is a doctor of physical therapy and is currently the Director of Rehabilitation for the Memphis Grizzlies in the NBA.
And in this episode, we’re going to talk about optimizing movement, getting strong, and keeping your hoopers healthy!
Quotable Quotes:
The demands (of basketball) are going to be highly predicated on the ability to maintain the pace.
We have to put on our clinical thinking or Sherlock Holmes hat, and ask, “what do we double click on and focus on?”
Strength is this higher order construct. There’s many iterations of strength, just like there are many different pasta dishes.
This Week on the Physical Prep Podcast:
Jarred’s background and journey into the NBA.
Starting from the ground up, what Jarred would do to develop an ELITE basketball player physically.
The needs and demands of the modern NBA.
How valuable is strength? And what are some of the best ways to evaluate it?
Neurology vs. biology in strength, and why some may be more important than others at the elite level.
The role of isolation and/or machine-based exercises in programs (and how I’ve come full-circle on this thanks to guys like Jarred!)
Finding the balance between “movement optimization” while still training and developing neuromuscular adaptations.
The difference between kinetic and regional interdependence, and why one is potentially more valuable than the other.
Jarred’s advice to young fitness pros, and why content creation has been such a valuable outlet for him as a practitioner and coach.
Connect with Jarred:
Jarred on Instagram
Related Links:
Chris Chase podcasts
ESchmitt podcast
Supercharge Your Decision-Making and Program Design with Hawkin Dynamics Force Plates!
Hawkin Dynamics designs and builds performance hardware and software the right way.
Their dual wireless force plates give you the most accurate, real-time data on athletic performance.
You’ll have the ability to performance test your athletes in a matter of seconds, and give them immediate feedback on their strengths, weaknesses and readiness for that day’s training session.
Their software is designed in house and continually updated to ensure the interface is clean, intuitive and easy to use, so both you and your athletes can visualize what’s going on and how to improve their performance.
And Hawkin Dynamics is built around their customers and provide industry-leading support and training services to ensure you get the most out of their solutions.
With options to lease or buy, coupled with a 5-year warranty, Hawkin Dynamics force plates can take your performance facility to the next level.
To learn more, head over to HawkinDynamics.com or follow them on Instagram @HawinDynamics.
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Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of The Physical Preparation Podcast!
If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube Podcasts and leave your honest review. I’d also love to connect via Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram or visit our website.
Thanks so much for your support – love and appreciate you!
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Jul 3, 2025 • 1h 10min
Christian LaValle on Helping High Performers Be Elite for Life
Are you getting older, and worried about age-related decline?
Are you interested in learning more about blood work, and how it can help you optimize your body?
Or do you just want some super practical tips on how to live a longer, healthier life?
If so, you’re going to LOVE today’s show with Christian LaValle!
Christian is the President of Metabolic Elite, a cutting-edge performance health and supplement company known for its proprietary LIPOTAB Technology.
A former Division I linebacker at Texas Tech University, Christian holds a Master’s degree in Kinesiology with a concentration in Human Performance.
And today, we’re going to take a deep dive into helping YOU perform at your absolute best.
Quotable Quotes:
I think elite performance are people that have really elite blood work. It’s very rare that people come in and have their biochemistry dialed in.
Supplements are great, but not everyone listening is at a point in time or maybe in their life where they can invest hundreds or thousands of dollars into supplements.
If you can believe in yourself when no one else does, I think that’s like a superpower in today’s society.
This Week on the Physical Prep Podcast:
Christian’s background – from college football player, to D1 strength coach, to company president
The guiding principles behind Metabolic Elite (ME), and how they try to distinguish themselves from other supplement companies
Why blood work is important, and where to start if you’re new to the game
The importance of focusing on foundational health and wellness FIRST, before taking 73 supplements every day
Why ME chose the specific supplements for their site, and why they don’t offer a lot of the “traditional” stuff
Interested in healing some soft-tissue injuries? Learn more about BPC-157
What drives cognitive decline, and specific supplements that might help mitigate or slow those changes
Low-cost, high ROI activities that you can start implementing TODAY to live a longer, healthier life!
Connect with Christian:
Christian LaValle on Instagram
Metabolic Elite on IG
Related Links:
Metabolic Elite Website
Blood Never Lies Book
Peptide Handbook
BPC-157 White Sheet
Stop the Frustration! Get the Complete Coach Certification
Are you a young fitness trainer or coach?
Are you frustrated by the results you’re getting or the lack of resources available to learn the skills you need to be successful?
Are you struggling to get enough clients or wondering how long you’ll be able to follow your passion for helping others?
It’s time to stop the frustration and stop worrying. It’s time to get certified!
If you’re serious about improving your results, serious about becoming a better coach, and serious about increasing your bottom line, then you need the Complete Coach Certification.
In this massive course, you’ll learn:
How to use the R7 system to create seamless, integrated and efficient programs for clients and athletes of all shapes and sizes
How to create the culture, environment and relationships with everyone you train so you can get the absolute best results
The exact progressions, regressions, and coaching cues I use in the gym – from squatting and deadlifting to pressing and pulling and everything in between
The assessment process I use to determine the best exercises for a client or athlete on Day 1, and how to set them up for maximal success down the line!
This certification is jam-packed with everything I’ve learned over the last 20 years of my career.
So if you’re ready to get serious about the results you’re getting for your clients and the impact your programs have on your income, head over to www.completecoachcertification.com to sign up for the Complete Coach Certification course today!
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Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of The Physical Preparation Podcast!
If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube Podcasts and leave your honest review. I’d also love to connect via Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram or visit our website.
Thanks so much for your support – love and appreciate you!
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Jun 27, 2025 • 40min
Confidence in Coaching, Continuing Education, and Business Optimization
Hey friend!
We’re going to try something new today, with a pot luck episode that’s one part Q&A mixed with some of our usual solo episode flair.
Because whether it was online mentees, observers who have come into the gym, our team of independent contractors or people coming in to attend the Lee Taft seminar, I’ve had A LOT of the same conversations lately.
People want to know how to run their business more effectively.
How to get out of their own heads and coach more effectively.
Or they just want to know…would I ever take an intern again?
Well this episode has a little something for everyone, so let’s dive in!
Quotable Quotes:
People crave simplicity. They don’t want fancy – they want a system that’s intuitive and user-friendly.
If you’re a serious coach, you have to get off social media and go to somebody else’s gym and watch them coach.
This Week on the Physical Prep Podcast:
If you want scalability, why you MUST lock in your scheduling and billing processes.
What should you do if you end up giving a “private” workout in a group session?
Struggling with your coaching confidence? Here’s what I’d do if I were you…
The 1% better principle, and why every coach north of 10 years should be adhering to it.
Would I consider taking another intern? Maybe…but here’s what they CAN’T do
Reflections on my Strong for Life Masterclass, and why they’re mutually beneficial for me and you.
Related Links:
Strong for Life Training Program
Everyday Athlete Training Program
Grow Your Fitness Business or Gym with Push Press!
Gym owners and coaches, have you heard about PushPress?
It’s the best gym management software company and it’s revolutionizing the fitness world.
So check this out: PushPress is built BY gym owners. They understand the ins and outs of running a fitness business because they’re “in the trenches” in their own gyms every single day.
Key products like Core, Grow, and Train are designed to help you with everything from billing and scheduling to lead generation and progress tracking.
Built on the “help first” ethos, PushPress places an exceptional focus on prioritizing client needs, listening to feedback from their community, and using it as the impetus for its ever-evolving, innovative features.
And here’s the strongest plug I can give them – I’ve actually switched to PushPress for all of my clients and athletes.
Getting things set-up and running smoothly is not only easier, but also far more intuitive than many other solutions.
So if you’re interested in learning more, just head over to pushpress.com/ppp.
Subscribe, Rate & Share
Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of The Physical Preparation Podcast!
If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube Podcasts and leave your honest review. I’d also love to connect via Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram or visit our website.
Thanks so much for your support – love and appreciate you!
The post Confidence in Coaching, Continuing Education, and Business Optimization appeared first on Robertson Training Systems.

Jun 20, 2025 • 1h 11min
Cam Josse on Alternative Ways to Build Speed, Strength and Power in Football Players
If you came up in a Division 1 S&C setting, chances are you spent at least some time around football.
At Ball State, we have a team of 4-5 coaches who all worked with different sports – baseball, basketball, soccer, gymnastics, volleyball, you name it – but when football came in, it was all hands on deck.
And here’s the thing – football has arguably the strongest S&C culture of all the sports, but does that mean we should be dogmatic about how we think about S&C for the actual sport?
Does that mean we can’t evolve?
Or get better at how we prepare our athletes for sport?
I don’t think so…and I feel like today’s guest would agree!
Cam Josse is currently working with the Detroit Lions as an Assistant Strength and Conditioning coach. Prior to joining the lions he worked at Auburn, IU and DeFranco’s Strength.
And today, we’re going to challenge a lot of the old-school thoughts when it comes to football strength and conditioning!
Everything you do is just a fractal piece of organization of the entire system. So if you’re not ultimately training for what you do as an athlete, then your training could potentially be misguided.
– Cam Josse
This Week on the Physical Prep Podcast:
Cam gives a little insight into his career path and his various stops along the way.
Why program design should start with the game you play and work backwards.
The bandwidths of speed training, and some thoughts on “how much is enough.”
Why speed training will vary greatly between athletes, as well as between positions on the football field.
Thoughts on power training, and why we may need to look back 40-50 years to find some “new” answers.
How Cam’s strength programming has evolved, and how he tailors workouts to individual athletes.
Do you REALLY need heavy strength training in your program? (This question and though alone is worth the price of admission.)
Thoughts on “touching” intensity, balanced with keeping athletes healthy.
Is it about 1-2 all out efforts? Or being able to hit those efforts repeatedly?
How the integration of various training methods can enhance overall athletic performance.
Connect with Cam:
Twitter
Related Links:
Cam’s Previous Shows
Westside for Skinny Bastards
Supercharge Your Decision-Making and Program Design with Hawkin Dynamics Force Plates!
Hawkin Dynamics designs and builds performance hardware and software the right way.
Their dual wireless force plates give you the most accurate, real-time data on athletic performance.
You’ll have the ability to performance test your athletes in a matter of seconds, and give them immediate feedback on their strengths, weaknesses and readiness for that day’s training session.
Their software is designed in house and continually updated to ensure the interface is clean, intuitive and easy to use, so both you and your athletes can visualize what’s going on and how to improve their performance.
And Hawkin Dynamics is built around their customers and provide industry-leading support and training services to ensure you get the most out of their solutions.
With options to lease or buy, coupled with a 5-year warranty, Hawkin Dynamics force plates can take your performance facility to the next level.
To learn more, head over to HawkinDynamics.com or follow them on Instagram @HawinDynamics.
Subscribe, Rate & Share!
Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of The Physical Preparation Podcast!
If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube Podcasts and leave your honest review. I’d also love to connect via Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram or visit our website.
Thanks so much for your support – love and appreciate you!
The post Cam Josse on Alternative Ways to Build Speed, Strength and Power in Football Players appeared first on Robertson Training Systems.

Jun 13, 2025 • 40min
4 Ways to Start Becoming a Better Coach TODAY
Sometimes on this show we go deep into science, biomechanics or program design.
And while that’s all fine and dandy, sometimes we just need a gentle reminder of how the basics can go a long way to helping us see more success!
And that’s what this episode is all about.
Whether it’s dialing in your programming, shifting your mindset as a coach, or just finding more ways to truly connect with the people you train, here are four simple things you can start doing right now, TODAY, to become a better coach!
People love to know that you’re thinking about them and are truly committed to their success.
– MR
This Week on the Physical Prep Podcast:
A quick life and family update.
The fitness space is more competitive than ever before – what are YOU doing to stand out?
Why I’m seriously considering using more templates and then “mass customizing” my programs.
The power of building an athlete (or any human being) from the ground up.
Why I started reading “Wine Spectator” magazine – even though I never drank wine.
The biggest issue I see with trainers/coaches who have loads of leads/new clients but don’t keep them.
A super simple tip you can start using right now, TODAY to start building stronger relationships with your clients and athletes!
Level Up Your Program Design with Train Heroic!
Are you tired of using clunky, antiquated program design tools like Microsoft Word or Excel?
Are you ready to level up your programming, and make it far more engaging to your clients and athletes?
If so, you need to check out Train Heroic.
I’ve been using TrainHeroic for years now both here at RTS and at IFAST, and I can tell you the user experience both as an athlete and coach is truly second to none.
To learn more and start your free 14-day trial, just follow this link to learn more about Train Heroic.
Not only will you get your first 14 days free, but it’s just $10/month to get started officially after that.
So don’t wait any longer – head over trainheroic.co/rts and start crafting beautiful programs your clients and athletes will love TODAY!
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Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of The Physical Preparation Podcast!
If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube Podcasts and leave your honest review. I’d also love to connect via Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram or visit our website.
Thanks so much for your support – love and appreciate you!
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Jun 6, 2025 • 55min
Matthew Ibrahim on Nordics for Hamstring Health and Staying Curious as a Coach
I’m not sure there’s anything the Internet and social media like more than an argument.
And while our parents taught us not to talk about religion or politics in public, for some reason, they forgot to tell strength coaches not to argue about the Nordic hamstring curl and whether it’s valuable or not in a strength and conditioning program.
But luckily, today’s guest did his entire Ph.D. topic on the Nordic, so we can take a deep dive and nerd out as much as we want!
Matthew Ibrahim is a strength and conditioning coach, college professor, public speaker, and author. He serves as Clinical Coordinator and Assistant Professor of Exercise Science at Endicott College, where he also volunteers in Athletics as a Strength & Conditioning Coach and Faculty Consultant.
And this show was really fun because the 1st half is geared towards nerding out on science and application, and the second half takes a deep dive into staying curious and leveling up as a coach.
Quite simply, there’s something in here for everyone – so let’s dive in!
I think the devil’s in the dose, right? People don’t appreciate (the Nordic)…”it’s like an RDL.”
No, it’s A LOT different.
– Matthew Ibrahim
This Week on the Physical Prep Podcast:
Why continuous learning is essential in the strength and conditioning field.
The role Nordic hamstring curls can play in an overall hamstring-health program.
How research finding have to go beyond the lab to truly benefit athletes.
A great question every coach should ask: What else are you great at BEYOND coaching?
The role networking can play in opening doors for young coaches.
Why it’s not just the exercise but the DOSE that really matters.
How fatherhood has brought new perspective to Matthew’s life.
What it’s REALLY LIKE to write a book these days.
Why being present in the moment is vital for personal fulfillment.
Connect with Matthew:
Matthew on IG
Related Links:
Train Like a Pro Book
Lee Taft Podcasts
Supercharge Your Decision-Making and Program Design with Hawkin Dynamics Force Plates!
Hawkin Dynamics designs and builds performance hardware and software the right way.
Their dual wireless force plates give you the most accurate, real-time data on athletic performance.
You’ll have the ability to performance test your athletes in a matter of seconds, and give them immediate feedback on their strengths, weaknesses and readiness for that day’s training session.
Their software is designed in house and continually updated to ensure the interface is clean, intuitive and easy to use, so both you and your athletes can visualize what’s going on and how to improve their performance.
And Hawkin Dynamics is built around their customers and provide industry-leading support and training services to ensure you get the most out of their solutions.
With options to lease or buy, coupled with a 5-year warranty, Hawkin Dynamics force plates can take your performance facility to the next level.
To learn more, head over to HawkinDynamics.com or follow them on Instagram @HawinDynamics.
Subscribe, Rate & Share!
Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of The Physical Preparation Podcast!
If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube Podcasts and leave your honest review. I’d also love to connect via Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram or visit our website.
Thanks so much for your support – love and appreciate you!
The post Matthew Ibrahim on Nordics for Hamstring Health and Staying Curious as a Coach appeared first on Robertson Training Systems.

May 30, 2025 • 1h 7min
The Super Duper Mash-Up Episode (Spring 2025)
My friends, it has been A WEEK.
Between new athletes starting, my kids finishing up school, and the short/condensed week, it’s been an absolute sprint every step of the way.
And while I have some great guests lined up for you in the coming weeks, I thought it would be a great time to go back to recent episodes and pull out some of my favorite segments.
Now if you’ve already listened to all of these shows before, GREAT!
There are some awesome reminders in here that I think will hit home even on a second or third listen.
And if you’re new to the show, welcome!
This is going to be kind of like a “Sportscenter Top 10” highlight reel, and I think there will be a snippet or two in here that really resonates with you.
So without any further ado, let’s jump into this week’s show!
This Week on the Physical Prep Podcast:
Andy McCloy: A typical day in the life when you open your own fitness business
Lee Taft: How much speed work do you REALLY need in a session?
Brady Welsh: The human side of coaching.
Ryan Patrick: How to fill in the gaps of high school strength and conditioning
Jeff Aldham: Thoughts on load management and tissue injuries in basketball
Justin Moore: The role of video and film breakdown in speed development
Jon Goodman: Should you strive to be Internet famous? Or super popular with the family down the street?
Brand Cullen: How should you market to different segments of the fitness industry?
MR: Using the assessment to sell more effectively
Ryan Horn: How and why your programming and coaching should evolve with time.
Stop the Frustration! Get the Complete Coach Certification
Are you a young fitness trainer or coach?
Are you frustrated by the results you’re getting or the lack of resources available to learn the skills you need to be successful?
Are you struggling to get enough clients or wondering how long you’ll be able to follow your passion for helping others?
It’s time to stop the frustration and stop worrying. It’s time to get certified!
If you’re serious about improving your results, serious about becoming a better coach, and serious about increasing your bottom line, then you need the Complete Coach Certification.
In this massive course, you’ll learn:
How to use the R7 system to create seamless, integrated and efficient programs for clients and athletes of all shapes and sizes
How to create the culture, environment and relationships with everyone you train so you can get the absolute best results
The exact progressions, regressions, and coaching cues I use in the gym – from squatting and deadlifting to pressing and pulling and everything in between
The assessment process I use to determine the best exercises for a client or athlete on Day 1, and how to set them up for maximal success down the line!
This certification is jam-packed with everything I’ve learned over the last 20 years of my career.
So if you’re ready to get serious about the results you’re getting for your clients and the impact your programs have on your income, head over to www.completecoachcertification.com to sign up for the Complete Coach Certification course today!
Subscribe, Rate & Share
Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of The Physical Preparation Podcast!
If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube Podcasts and leave your honest review. I’d also love to connect via Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram or visit our website.
Thanks so much for your support – love and appreciate you!
The post The Super Duper Mash-Up Episode (Spring 2025) appeared first on Robertson Training Systems.

May 23, 2025 • 1h 25min
Ryan Horn on NIL, the Transfer Portal, and the Evolution of a Coach
Whether you’re a die hard college sports fanatic or a more casual fan, chances are you’ve heard about NIL – or name, image and likeness deals – and how they’re impacting the sport.
And beyond NIL, there’s also the simple fact that it’s now easier than ever before to enter the transfer portal and go to a different school, with some athletes doing this virtually every year!
But here are a few things you might not have considered…
If you’re a college strength coach, how does all this impact your ability to develop your athletes?
What did your training programs look like 10 years ago, versus how they look today?
And most importantly, how does the job not only impact you as a coach, but potentially your family as well?
Well luckily for you I’ve got my guy Ryan Horn back on the podcast to discuss these very topics!
Ryan is now the director for Men’s Basketball at Indiana University. Prior to this, he’s had stops across the country, most recently at Wake Forest, Wichita State, Drake and West Virginia.
And in today’s episode, we’re going to talk about how NIL and the transfer portal have impacted him as a coach!
Quotable Quotes from Ryan:
When you get to the middle 10 – and this is probably the most dangerous part of my career – when I started to get a little bit of skin in the game, you start to get that itch and feeling that, you know, I got some stuff figured out.
Make sure you’re doing enough so you’re not paralyzed and you can’t do the thing that really makes you special – and we all have something that makes us special as a coach.
When you get fired, your family gets fired. They get fired from their friends, from their school, from their activities, from their friend groups, and from their comfort and safety of their current life.
This Week on the Physical Prep Podcast:
How to navigate and start in new roles, as well as building team cultures from the ground up.
Ryan’s thoughts on major changes in college sports like NIL and the transfer portal.
How his coaching philosophy has evolved – and why communication between coaches is so critical.
Real-world examples of how his programs have changed today from what they might’ve looked like 5-10 years ago.
The role of curiosity and adaptability in long-term coaching success.
Balancing the personal side of coaching, including family, transitions, and career longevity.
Advice for young coaches on growth, resilience, and building a long-lasting impact.
Connect with Ryan:
Instagram – RyanHorn45
Twitter/X – RyanHorn45
Related Links:
Ryan’s Podcast Episodes
Eric Guthrie Podcast
Team of Teams Book
Grow Your Fitness Business or Gym with Push Press!
Gym owners and coaches, have you heard about PushPress?
It’s the best gym management software company and it’s revolutionizing the fitness world.
So check this out: PushPress is built BY gym owners. They understand the ins and outs of running a fitness business because they’re “in the trenches” in their own gyms every single day.
Key products like Core, Grow, and Train are designed to help you with everything from billing and scheduling to lead generation and progress tracking.
Built on the “help first” ethos, PushPress places an exceptional focus on prioritizing client needs, listening to feedback from their community, and using it as the impetus for its ever-evolving, innovative features.
And here’s the strongest plug I can give them – I’ve actually switched to PushPress for all of my clients and athletes.
Getting things set-up and running smoothly is not only easier, but also far more intuitive than many other solutions.
So if you’re interested in learning more, just head over to pushpress.com/ppp.
Subscribe, Rate & Share
Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of The Physical Preparation Podcast!
If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube Podcasts and leave your honest review. I’d also love to connect via Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram or visit our website.
Thanks so much for your support – love and appreciate you!
The post Ryan Horn on NIL, the Transfer Portal, and the Evolution of a Coach appeared first on Robertson Training Systems.