What does it take to have a long, stable career in the world of sports and physical preparation? And how do you make yourself stand out in a competitive industry where everyone is welcome to enter? Veteran Strength & Conditioning Coach Joe Kenn, whose career spans more than 30 years, is a well of wisdom when it comes to having an enduring career in the sports and fitness industry. Whatever he has worked on – whether it’s 20-plus years in a Division I setting or the last nine years coaching the Carolina Panthers – Joe has created success. It’s no wonder he’s been named Strength and Conditioning Coach of the Year by the NSCA at both the collegiate and professional levels! So, what’s the secret to Joe’s success? Joe joins me today to share the values and principles that helped sustain his career as a strength & conditioning coach for over 30 years. He explains how mentoring young coaches changes as you progress in your own career, and highlights the role of self-analysis in coaching. He also emphasizes how having principles can guide the creation of a program and underscores the importance of staying true to yourself and your values in the world of physical preparation.   Your strength & conditioning journey is going to be based on the situations you’re in and your willingness to look into the mirror. – Joe Kenn   This week on the Physical Preparation Podcast: How strength & conditioning coaches choose their destiny What makes coaching in the private sector different The role of self-evaluation in a strength & conditioning coach’s journey The importance of understanding the basics of training The source of Joe’s continued success throughout the years The emergence of new fitness “genres” and how they drove coaches into different directions The “absorb, modify, and apply” principle The meaning of pre-activity preparation and the difference between working out and training The role of principles in creating fitness programs What it means to “peel back the layers of the onion” and the dangers of regurgitating information Joe’s neck program, 7-tier system, and how the latter has evolved How coaching in the NFL has made Joe a better coach Bridging the gap between training and athleticism   Related Content: Joe Kenn on Coaching in the NFL and “Chasing Simplicity” Physical Preparation with Joe Kenn   Connect with Joe Kenn: Dynamic Fitness & Strength Big House Power Big House Power on Instagram Big House Power on Facebook Big House Power on Twitter Big House Power on YouTube Joe Kenn on LinkedIn   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 massive certification course 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! Spots are limited, and the next certification is set to launch in March 2021. To learn more, please join my FREE Insiders List and stay tuned for our launch details to save $200 when the course opens!   Subscribe, Rate & Share! Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of The Physical Preparation Podcast with Mike Robertson – your one-stop-shop for fitness trainers, coaches, and athletes. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, SoundCloud, Spotify, and Google Podcasts and leave your honest review. I’d also love to connect via Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram or visit our website. And last but not least, please don’t forget to share your favorite episodes with your friends on social media. Thank you! The post Joe Kenn on 32 Years of Continued Success in Physical Preparation appeared first on Robertson Training Systems.

Sports science is a common thing in elite and professional sports today – but it hasn’t always been that way. Over the past 25 years in his career at high-level sports, sports scientist and consultant Chris Barnes has seen how sports science has evolved and gained prominence. When he began his career as a sports scientist with Middlesbrough FC, Chris noted that sports science was only at the periphery of professional sports. But nobody understood what it was and how it could be used. Yet, as Chris progressed through his career—working with several other English soccer clubs and associations such as UK Basketball and UEFA—so did sports science. While today’s sports science is an entirely different animal from 20 years ago, Chris highlights an enduring wisdom he learned on the field: that sports scientists need to cultivate relationships. Chris joins me today to share his insight on how sports science has evolved and integrated into professional sports. He shares how he started his career as a sports scientist and eventually pivoted to start his consultancy business. He describes how and when a sports scientist should share data with coaches and athletes. And he also highlights the importance of generating usable insight from scientific data, and underscores the value of building relationships in the work of a sports scientist.   It’s good to create information and knowledge, but a sport scientist has to find a way to translate that information into something meaningful in the field. – Chris Barnes   This week on the Physical Preparation Podcast: What inspired Chris to take the path of physical preparation The risky world of professional sports and how Chris started his consultancy work Bringing sports science into elite professional sports The start of Chris’ work as a sport scientist Introducing science, information, and insights without overwhelming coaches and athletes Making sports science more effective and the importance of generating insights from data The value of building relationships in a sports scientist’s role How sports science has integrated into professional and elite sports over the years The development of multi-directional capability in soccer What makes a well-structured football training program Getting the right balance between information creation and information use What the “Cradle to the Grave” approach means The source of Chris’ success in the sports he has worked in   Connect with Chris Barnes: High Performance Football Chris Barnes on LinkedIn Chris Barnes on Twitter Email: chrisbarnes60@gmail.com   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 massive certification course 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! Spots are limited, and the next certification is set to launch in March 2021. To learn more, please join my FREE Insiders List and stay tuned for our launch details to save $200 when the course opens!   Subscribe, Rate & Share! Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of The Physical Preparation Podcast with Mike Robertson – your one-stop-shop for fitness trainers, coaches, and athletes. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, SoundCloud, Spotify, and Google Podcasts and leave your honest review. I’d also love to connect via Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram or visit our website. And last but not least, please don’t forget to share your favorite episodes with your friends on social media. Thank you! The post Chris Barnes on the Evolution of Sports Science in Professional Soccer appeared first on Robertson Training Systems.

It can be challenging to coach a high school athlete. Caught between training and studying, these young athletes have a lot of things going on in their lives and can be prone to fatigue and exhaustion. Especially during the COVID-era. Former IFAST intern Mike Coval knows this all too well. Mike is the owner of COVAL Fitness, a personal training studio in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Over the last 10 years, Mike has worked with countless high school athletes to improve their physical fitness and performance. Though Mike has observed that more and more kids take ownership of the training process despite its challenges, he suggests that coaches can still take their support for young, high school athletes to the next level by adapting their program to an athlete’s progress and lifestyle outside of the gym to develop a complete athlete. Mike joins me today to share his philosophy in training and developing high school athletes. and illustrates the role of mindset and sense of ownership in a high school athlete’s training. He explains what his “Big Body Challenge” is and describes how he uses it to help his high school athletes improve their nutrition. And last but not least, he highlights the importance of focusing on movements when training a new athlete and underscores how a coach can support their recovery.   The kids who take ownership of their training are the ones who get the best results. – Mike Coval   This week on the Physical Preparation Podcast: Mike’s background and how COVID impacted his company Trends Mike sees when it comes to training high-school-age athletes The importance of ownership and responsibility How coaches assess a high school athlete’s nutrition Mike’s Big Body Challenge and his process for educating high school athletes on the importance of nutrition Sleep debt and how the pandemic affects the sleep hygiene of high school athletes How Mike coaches high school athletes on sleeping habits Why Mike focuses on refining movements when coaching new high school athletes The role of traditional strength and weight training in contemporary high school athletic programs Coaching movement, speed, and agility and the power of building trust Helping athletes manage fatigue and balance between training and personal life Mike’s advice to young coaches   Related Content: Physical Preparation with Mike Coval   Connect with Mike Coval: Coval Fitness Coval Fitness on Instagram Coval Fitness on YouTube Mike Coval on Instagram Mike Coval on Facebook EMAIL: mike@annarbortrainer.com     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 massive certification course 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! Spots are limited, and the next certification is set to launch in March 2021. To learn more, please join my FREE Insiders List and stay tuned for our launch details to save $200 when the course opens!   Subscribe, Rate & Share! Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of The Physical Preparation Podcast with Mike Robertson – your one-stop-shop for fitness trainers, coaches, and athletes. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, SoundCloud, Spotify, and Google Podcasts and leave your honest review. I’d also love to connect via Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram or visit our website. And last but not least, please don’t forget to share your favorite episodes with your friends on social media. Thank you! The post Mike Coval on Developing a Complete High School Athlete appeared first on Robertson Training Systems.

Over his 21-year-long career in professional baseball in different capacities, Donovan Santas has seen some of the most momentous changes and shifts in the sports industry – from how strength training is implemented to how the strength & conditioning coach’s role has gained prominence. But Donovan didn’t always have the fancy tools he has access to today As a young man, Donovan grew up working on a farm in the middle of Wisconsin, in a town with only 750 people. Yet, he loved sports and knew he wanted to do something with it as a career. So, after graduating high school with 20 other kids, Donovan went on to study Exercise Science at the University of Wisconsin – La Crosse and interned at the University of Arizona. He soon found himself surrounded by unique and talented athletes, driving his desire to keep working in his profession. After a couple of internships with other teams including the Cleveland Indians, Donovan eventually joined the Toronto Bluejays, where he spent 18 years of his career as a Strength & Conditioning Coordinator before joining the New York Yankees as the Assistant Director of Player Health and Performance. Donovan joins me today to share his insights on the evolution of professional baseball and the sports industry. He illustrates how people viewed strength & conditioning coaches when he began his career and how the role has expanded over the years. He describes what off and in-season training sessions look like for his teams and underscores the importance of recovery. And he also discusses how coaches and other staff collaborate to create an athlete-centric environment where players can perform at their best level.   They call it a game of adjustments: you adjust to the world around you, the game, and everything that happens. – Donovan Santas   This week on the Physical Preparation Podcast: Donovan’s background and how he became interested in the world of physical preparation How strength & conditioning in pro baseball is different from when Donovan started his career What a training program looked like 20 years ago versus how it looks today The most significant shifts Donovan has seen in the industry The power of breathing and the impact of the FMS What people and organizations thought about strength & conditioning coaches then and now Donovan’s first year in the major leagues How collaboration within an organization helps athletes perform at the highest levels What a typical training session looks like for Donovan and the importance of recovery Integration and how coaches and other staff work together to cultivate an athlete-centric environment How curiosity kept Donovan thriving in the industry through the years   Connect with Donovan Santas: Donovan Santas on LinkedIn Donovan Santas on Instagram Email: d.santas@yankees.com   IFAST University is BACK! Are You In? Are you ready to take your coaching and training career to the next level? You need to find great mentors to guide you along your journey – to help you find the blind spots in your own training programs and improve your skills as a coach. But… mentorship can be expensive, and unfortunately, it’s not always feasible for some budgets. That’s why Bill Hartman and I developed IFAST University, an online curriculum and mentorship program designed exclusively for fitness trainers, coaches, and rehab professionals. We want to help every trainer and coach in the industry improve their training techniques and write better training programs for their clients. By becoming a member of IFAST University, you’ll receive: Hundreds of hours of members-only exclusive content, Monthly updates and tips to help you improve your skills and programs, Group Q&A sessions to answer your specific questions, and Access to our Facebook group, where you can learn from other dedicated professionals such as yourself This blend of content and Q&A is specifically designed to help make YOU the best fitness trainer you can be. To learn more or to join IFAST University now, visit https://ifastuniversity.com/   Subscribe, Rate & Share! Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of The Physical Preparation Podcast with Mike Robertson – your one-stop-shop for fitness trainers, coaches, and athletes. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, SoundCloud, Spotify, and Google Podcasts and leave your honest review. I’d also love to connect via Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram or visit our website. And last but not least, please don’t forget to share your favorite episodes with your friends on social media. Thank you! The post Donovan Santas: The Evolution over 21 Years in Pro Baseball appeared first on Robertson Training Systems.

Jonathan Pope is an embodiment of what it means to be resilient. As a high school athlete, Jon was a six-foot, 150-pound, right-handed baseball pitcher who could throw a ball 90 miles an hour. But he needed to get bigger and throw harder if he wanted to play at the Division I level. Thinking that the gym would be his key to becoming a more powerful athlete, Jon devoted his efforts to lifting weights. In his sophomore year, Jon had a serious accident and by the time he started playing in college, he already had one surgery. He invested his time and resources into his recovery to be the best athlete he could be, but the more motivated he was, and the harder he worked, the worse things became. Five surgeries later, Jon was convinced that there had to be a better way. Wanting to figure out how he could fix himself, become the best he could be, and help others do the same, Jon dedicated himself to strength & conditioning, physical therapy, and movement. Jon continues his mission to this day through his strength & conditioning facility, Ethos Colorado, his coaching work at Precision Nutrition, and his book, Building the Elite, which he co-authored with Craig Weller. Jon joins me today to share his insights on what makes a person resilient. He illustrates how perception can impact stress and how stress can affect workout performance. He highlights the difference between a challenge-based and fear-based response, and reveals how mindfulness and practices of attention can help alleviate stress. And last but not least he shares the tools and methods coaches can use to help their clients take their performance to the next level and underscores the power of vulnerability.   How you think about things has a massive impact on your stress response and the underlying physiology of what occurs in your body – Jon Pope   This week on the Physical Preparation Podcast: Jon’s background from collegiate athlete to Ethos Colorado owner and author The importance and meaning of resilience The physiology of stress and how perception changes a client’s workout experience The differences between a challenge-based and a fear-based stress response What makes special ops selection programs challenging Predictability and ambiguity in workouts Attention, its different types, and its uses in workouts Tools to help clients focus on their workout The various domains of attention and how to cultivate them Using attention and its practices to help manage stress response The role of beliefs, expectations, and stories in training and performance Practical mental skills coaches, trainers, and rehab professionals can use to help clients elevate their progress The power of vulnerability and relationships   Connect with Jon: Ethos Colorado Ethos Colorado on Facebook Ethos Colorado on Instagram Building the Elite Building the Elite on Instagram Book: Building the Elite: The Complete Guide to Building Special Operators by Jonathan Pope and Craig Weller Jonathan Pope on LinkedIn   IFAST University is BACK! Are You In? Are you ready to take your coaching and training career to the next level? You need to find great mentors to guide you along your journey – to help you find the blind spots in your own training programs and improve your skills as a coach. But… mentorship can be expensive, and unfortunately, it’s not always feasible for some budgets. That’s why Bill Hartman and I developed IFAST University, an online curriculum and mentorship program designed exclusively for fitness trainers, coaches, and rehab professionals. We want to help every trainer and coach in the industry improve their training techniques and write better training programs for their clients. By becoming a member of IFAST University, you’ll receive: Hundreds of hours of members-only exclusive content, Monthly updates and tips to help you improve your skills and programs, Group Q&A sessions to answer your specific questions, and Access to our Facebook group, where you can learn from other dedicated professionals such as yourself This blend of content and Q&A is specifically designed to help make YOU the best fitness trainer you can be. To learn more or to join IFAST University now, visit https://ifastuniversity.com/   Subscribe, Rate & Share! Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of The Physical Preparation Podcast with Mike Robertson – your one-stop-shop for fitness trainers, coaches, and athletes. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, SoundCloud, Spotify, and Google Podcasts and leave your honest review. I’d also love to connect via Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram or visit our website. And last but not least, please don’t forget to share your favorite episodes with your friends on social media. Thank you! The post Jon Pope on Resilience, Stress Physiology, and Changing Beliefs appeared first on Robertson Training Systems.

Early in his life, Ashley Jones had aspired to become a professional rugby player, but a shoulder injury derailed him from becoming an elite-level player. That didn’t stop him, though. Ashley continued to realize his love for rugby and sports by getting into a training role. He went on to earn a degree in Physical Education and committed his life to training and coaching. And over the past 25 years, Ashley has worked with basketball teams, rugby leagues, and rugby unions at club and international levels, guiding teams such as the New Zealand All Blacks, Canterbury Crusaders, and Newcastle Knights. In addition to his role as a coach, Ashley is also a writer who regularly contributes to EliteFTS. In 2016, Ashley became the recipient of the NSCA Professional Strength & Conditioning Coach of the year Award. Ashley joins me today to illustrate what it means to be an educator first and coach second. He explains what his ‘Quadrant Management System’ is and how he incorporates it into training. He discusses the difference between ‘neural,’ ‘metabolic,’ and ‘mechanical’ exercises, and describes why he trains athletes in different exercise categories. And last but definitely not least, he highlights the role of culture and values in athlete development and underscores coaching’s humanistic aspect.   The more you educate your playing group, the greater program compliance and buy-in you get. – Ashley Jones   This week on the Physical Preparation Podcast: Ashley’s career path from physical education teacher to coaching and his first break in basketball The difference between rugby league and rugby union Ashley’s coaching philosophy and how he gauges progress How coaches can influence athlete behavior across different aspects of society The Quadrant Management System and the relationship between player buy-in and trust Integrating the ‘degrees of freedom’ concept to Ashley’s Quadrant Management System How long it takes for a player to get to the fourth quadrant in the Quadrant Management System How Ashley delineates exercises between ‘neural,’ ‘metabolic,’ and ‘mechanical’ categories Why Ashley exposes his players to three different exercise categories How Ashley made a player fall in love with weight lifting The most challenging parts of managing a team of athletes The role of slow progression in injury prevention The purpose of primer sessions and how Ashley uses them to maximize team performance Ashley’s advice to young coaches and how they can differentiate themselves in the sports industry Converting from American football to rugby The dangers of metrics-focused coaching and the roles of culture and values in rugby   Resources Mentioned: Convict Conditioning: How to Bust Free of All Weakness – Using the Lost Secrets of Supreme Survival Strength by Paul Wade   Related Content: Alex Calder on Developing a Bulletproof Soccer Player   Connect with Ashley: Ashley Jones on EliteFTS   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 massive certification course 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! Spots are limited, and the next certification is set to launch in March 2021. To learn more, please join my FREE Insiders List and stay tuned for our launch details to save $200 when the course opens!   Subscribe, Rate & Share! Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of The Physical Preparation Podcast with Mike Robertson – your one-stop-shop for fitness trainers, coaches, and athletes. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, SoundCloud, Spotify, and Google Podcasts and leave your honest review. I’d also love to connect via Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram or visit our website. And last but not least, please don’t forget to share your favorite episodes with your friends on social media. Thank you! The post Ashley Jones on Planning, Programming and the Quadrant System in Rugby appeared first on Robertson Training Systems.

Basketball Skill Development Coach Joey Burton saw at a very young age what bad coaching looked like. As a high school player, Joey felt frustrated over his coaches’ blatant display of politicizing and favoritism. Though this experience discouraged him from playing in high school, Joey remained passionate about basketball and eventually played in college. Being a collegiate basketball athlete opened Joey’s eyes to what high-end basketball looked like, and encouraged him to eventually become a coach. Whether it was in the collegiate or private setting, Joey has set himself apart from others due to this attention to detail, as well as helping athletes improve their ability to shoot the basketball. So today, Joey joins me to discuss skills development in basketball. He highlights why it’s important to not just care for your athletes, but also to let them know you care about their development. He explains the value of demonstrating success in the early stages of coaching to improve buy-in. And he also reveals the leading factors that determine great basketball players from good ones, and underscores the power of building athletes’ mental focus and character throughout a program.   Players don’t care how much you know until they know how much you care about getting them better. – Joey Burton   This week on the Physical Preparation Podcast: What led Joey to the world of basketball skill development His philosophy on shooting effectively Joey’s evaluation process for NBA clients His tips and tricks on building trust and rapport, and getting clients to buy-in a program The critical role of demonstrating success in the buy-in process Why it’s important to balance rehearsed shooting reps, along with live, game actions as well The reason players need to be able to demonstrate their skills under stress and fatigue Why Joey emphasizes building athletes mental strength and character over the long-term Getting an athlete to listen to your advice and the importance of giving them the room to ask questions The role of humility in coaching athletes Teaching basketball players to shoot more effectively What separates great shooters from decent ones The cornerstones of shooting a basketball and the dynamics of balance and drift How parents can support their children’s interest in basketball How rushing children’s development process in basketball can impact performance later in life   Connect with Joey: Joey Burton Website Joey Burton on Instagram Joey Burton on Twitter   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 massive certification course 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! Spots are limited, and the next certification is set to launch in March 2021. To learn more, please join my FREE Insiders List and stay tuned for our launch details to save $200 when the course opens!   Subscribe, Rate & Share! Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of The Physical Preparation Podcast with Mike Robertson – your one-stop-shop for fitness trainers, coaches, and athletes. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, SoundCloud, Spotify, and Google Podcasts and leave your honest review. I’d also love to connect via Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram or visit our website. And last but not least, please don’t forget to share your favorite episodes with your friends on social media. Thank you! The post Joey Burton on the Life and Times of an NBA Skill Development Coach appeared first on Robertson Training Systems.

Dr. Sarah Martin completed her doctorate in Neurobiology from the University of Kentucky in 2008. While in graduate school, one of her peers introduced Sarah to T-Nation, kicking-off her interest and love for lifting and physical preparation. After completing her PhD in Neurobiology, Sarah further pursued her interest and returned to the University of Kentucky to study Physical Therapy under a Mary McMillan Award from the American Physical Therapy Association and graduated in 2014. Today, in addition to general sport and orthopedic-based physical therapy, Sarah is specially trained in women’s pelvic health issues. Sarah has been successfully treating her patients over the past five years by incorporating her background in sports and strength conditioning with her continued education in biomechanics, neurology, and breathing into her practice. Sarah joins me today to discuss the physiology and function of the pelvic floor muscles. She describes the different issues related to it and illustrates the relationship between the pelvic floor muscles and the diaphragm. She explains why many people don’t talk about the pelvic floor, and describes the necessity of motion for internal organs. And last but not least, she underscores the value of getting real-world experience versus simply learning from the internet and highlights the role of empathy in clinical practice.   The pelvic floor is integrated with the autonomic nervous system. It’s a huge part of stress and managing it. – Dr. Sarah Martin   This week on the Physical Preparation Podcast: How a knee injury led Sarah to the world of physical therapy Getting started on working with patients with pelvic floor dysfunction Sarah’s transition from PT generalist to pelvic floor specialist The importance of exploration and experimentation The pelvic floor muscles’ role in the body Why there’s a lack of informational discussions about the pelvic floor’s essential functions The relationship between the diaphragm, the pelvic floor, and breathing Why we’re seeing so many issues with the pelvic floor today The role of the pelvic floor in stress, stress management, and lifestyle Incontinence, constipation, and other pelvic floor issues Sarah treats in her practice Sarah’s assessment process for people with pelvic issues Educating the “internet expert” and how Sarah communicates her methodology to her patients The value of establishing foundational motion How Sarah’s treatment model and approach evolved over the years Understanding and respecting the internal organs’ need for motion Why clinicians need to have empathy Creating movement by cultivating relaxation and supporting inhibition Why a contracted muscle system can’t execute good movement How being a parent has changed Sarah’s outlook on training and therapy   Related Content: Physical Preparation with Bill Hartman Bill Hartman on Building a Powerful and Pain-Free Body After 40 Mike & Bill Hartman Zoom Q&A Call Replay   Connect with Dr. Sarah: Sarah Martin on Instagram     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 massive certification course 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! Spots are limited, and the next certification is set to launch in March 2021. To learn more, please join my FREE Insiders List and stay tuned for our launch details to save $200 when the course opens!   Subscribe, Rate & Share! Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of The Physical Preparation Podcast with Mike Robertson – your one-stop-shop for fitness trainers, coaches, and athletes. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, SoundCloud, Spotify, and Google Podcasts and leave your honest review. I’d also love to connect via Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. And last but not least, please don’t forget to share your favorite episodes with your friends on social media. Thank you! The post Dr. Sarah Martin on EVERYTHING Pelvic Floor appeared first on Robertson Training Systems.

Grant Downie is a consultant in medical and performance solutions for elite sports. In his childhood days, Grant saw how physical therapists worked on the playing field, treating athletes and their injuries. The role appealed to him as it posed an opportunity for him to improve a person’s quality of life. He soon became a chartered physiotherapist in 1984, volunteering in sports like rugby and football as he worked for the UK’s National Health Services. Later, Grant’s love of people enkindled in him the passion to develop personal and soft skills that make an impactful difference. His distinguished career at the heart of professional football and elite sports spans over 34 years and includes full-time and advisory roles at Manchester City FC, Hamilton Academical FC, and others. And in 2013, Grant received the title Officer of the British Empire from the Queen in recognition of his work in sports physiotherapy and service to youth. Grant joins me today to discuss what it takes to be a great high-performance director and how anyone can succeed in any leadership role. He illustrates how leaders can “sell the dream” of an organization to its staff and reveals the role of recruitment in elite sports. He describes the difference between talkers and reflectors and discusses how leaders can manage both to focus on athletes’ needs. And last but not least, he highlights what it means to train an injured athlete, and underscores the value of connecting with the person behind an injury.   Being a high-performance leader is not only about how you leave a mark on your staff. It’s what you leave on the organization and the systems you leave behind. – Grant Downie   This week on the Physical Preparation Podcast: The beginnings of Grant’s career in elite professional sports How the physical therapy profession in sports has evolved over the years The dangers of limiting oneself to one sport and how sports professionals can broaden their horizons The importance of remembering that children are not “mini-adults” and letting them have fun in athletics The primary role of performance leads in a large sports club Traits and skills that separate great high-performance directors from good ones Why academic intelligence is essential to strength & conditioning professionals The role of emotional intelligence and intuition in the performance lead role The need to ensure that every individual in an organization has development plans The value of showing authenticity as a leader The factors that indicate the success of a performance lead How high-performance directors and leads can get everyone in the same direction of growth Why the setting of expectations in an organization is critical to its performance The role of high-performance leaders and directors as educators Cultivating psychological safety and how to work with reflectors and talkers The most challenging part about being a performance lead or high-performance director Why Grant thinks being a high-performance director can be lonely   Connect with Grant: Grant Downie Website Grant Downie on LinkedIn Grant Downie on YouTube Grant Downie on Soundcloud Grant Downie on Twitter   Make 2021 Your Best Year Yet! Are you ready to take your health and fitness training to the next level and make 2021 your best year yet? The best way to achieve your fitness goals, improve your training techniques, and create healthier habits is by working with a coach. At Robertson Training Systems, we want to help you feel great while getting stronger, improving your mindset, and achieving your fitness goals! To do this, I want to invite you to join my Annual Training Group Program to maximize your performance and ensure you’re making progress toward your goals. The RTS Annual Training Program: My Annual Training Group Program is more than just a training program! In this program, we’ll focus on the four phases of physical training, which include: Building the Engine Leaning Season Athletic Domination and getting Strong(er) You’ll also receive new monthly workouts to follow and set monthly challenges to develop strong habits in nutrition, recovery, and mindset. To sign up for the Annual Training Program, visit: RobertsonTrainingSystems.com/Annual Let’s make 2021 your best fitness year yet!   Subscribe, Rate & Share! Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of The Physical Preparation Podcast with Mike Robertson – your one-stop-shop for fitness trainers, coaches, and athletes. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, SoundCloud, Spotify, and Google Podcasts and leave your honest review. I’d also love to connect via Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram or visit our website. And last but not least, please don’t forget to share your favorite episodes with your friends on social media. Thank you! The post Grant Downie on Recruitment, Success and Selling the Dream in Sports appeared first on Robertson Training Systems.