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As strength or performance coaches, it’s easy to focus all of our energy on training. Because sure we want to help our athletes get bigger, faster and stronger – but what if they’re doing all the hard work in in the gym, yet not taking care of business in the kitchen? Kobe was famous for saying that NUTRITION was the last arrow in his quiver – the final thing he could do to put the icing on the cake of his game. So if you want to learn more about how proper nutrition can help you build better basketball players, you’re going to LOVE today’s episode! Charles Ashford is a performance nutritionist with a decade of experience working with elite athlete, and he currently serves as the performance nutritionist for the Dallas Mavericks of the NBA. And today, we’re going to get an inside look at what nutrition coaching really looks like at the elite level!   Nutrition periodization is aligning one’s nutrition based upon their training and competition demands. – Charles Ashford   This Week on the Physical Prep Podcast: Charles’s background and the long and winding journey to the Dallas Mavericks. The 3T’s of Nutrition: Total, type and timing. The crucial role nutrition periodization plays in supporting athletic demands. Two of the BIGGEST MISTAKES athletes make when trying to bulk up. The triangle of muscle gain: Energy intake, evenly distributed protein, and optimizing peri-workout nutrition. How to shift an athlete’s nutrition if their goal is shedding body fat. The role of “stacking” carbohydrates at specific times to support performance and lose body fat. Why protein must stay high and consistent throughout a fat loss phase. The role lifestyle factors play in supporting an athletes body composition and performance. Finding balance between an athlete’s favorite food choices, and those that will support their goals. Charles’ thoughts on supplements, and the ones he’s most likely to suggest for his athletes. Collagen: Yeah or nah? The BIG Question A really fun lightning round where we talk moving from football to basketball, dogs, and his soon-to-be-released Quadrant Nutrition book!     Connect with Charles: Linked In Quadrant Nutrition   Become an ELITE Performance Coach at IFAST Basketball Insiders! If you want to give your athletes real-world strength that will carry over to the court… …help them build the power and explosiveness to blow by defenders or finish at the rim… …or give them the brakes they need to stop on a dime and stay healthy, you need to join IFAST Basketball Insiders! Each and every month, you’re going to get access to high-end content from myself and trusted experts that will help you write better programs, coach more effectively, and get the absolute most out of your workouts. With everything from sample programs you can swipe and deploy, to case studies showing real-world results, and even exercise breakdowns and tutorials, my goal is to make sure that every program you write and exercise you coach is more effective for your basketball players. But the content is really just the starting point, as every month we’ll have a Q&A call where you can ask me anything about your basketball players. And last but not least, when you join IBI you’re going to be surrounded by a community of basketball strength and conditioning coaches – people who are not only doing this at a high-level themselves, but who also want to help you succeed as well. If you’re serious about taking your basketball strength and conditioning skills to the next level, just head over to IFASTBasketballInsiders.com to get signed up. I can’t wait to see you in there!   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, 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 Charles Ashford on Nutrition Periodization and Dialing in Body Comp for Basketball Players appeared first on Robertson Training Systems.

Okay my friend – we’re BACK! It’s been a hot minute since we did a Q&A episode (almost a year, if you’re keeping track), so I knew it was time to make this happen. I absolutely love doing these episodes, because any time I can serve YOU, it makes me feel good on the inside Here we cover a range of topics here from training to business development, so let’s dive in and answer some questions!   Don’t just sell features, think about the benefits and what it really means to them. – Mike Robertson   This Week on the Physical Prep Podcast: The MR Life Update, including IFAST athlete training, summer trips, and kiddo highlights Lessons I’ve learned from opening IFAST Basketball Insiders General tips for starting an online business How going from trainer/coach to biz owner triples the amount of jobs you have My “Big Rocks” for off-season basketball development How training is different between established pros and up-and-coming/developing athletes The IFAST compensation program, and how we ran our Personal Development Interviews (PDI’s) What you need to do BEFORE you ask for a raise The final question: Should coaches talk about politics on social media???     Related Links: IFAST Basketball Insiders Vince Gabriele Podcast Lee Taft Podcasts Scott Charland Podcast Profit First Book Traction Book   Become an ELITE Performance Coach at IFAST Basketball Insiders! If you want to give your athletes real-world strength that will carry over to the court… …help them build the power and explosiveness to blow by defenders or finish at the rim… …or give them the brakes they need to stop on a dime and stay healthy, you need to join IFAST Basketball Insiders! Each and every month, you’re going to get access to high-end content from myself and trusted experts that will help you write better programs, coach more effectively, and get the absolute most out of your workouts. With everything from sample programs you can swipe and deploy, to case studies showing real-world results, and even exercise breakdowns and tutorials, my goal is to make sure that every program you write and exercise you coach is more effective for your basketball players. But the content is really just the starting point, as every month we’ll have a Q&A call where you can ask me anything about your basketball players. And last but not least, when you join IBI you’re going to be surrounded by a community of basketball strength and conditioning coaches – people who are not only doing this at a high-level themselves, but who also want to help you succeed as well. If you’re serious about taking your basketball strength and conditioning skills to the next level, just head over to IFASTBasketballInsiders.com to get signed up. I can’t wait to see you in there!   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, 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 August 2024 Q&A: Starting a Fitness Biz, Off-Season Basketball, and How to Ask for a Raise appeared first on Robertson Training Systems.

If you want to grow your fitness business, or dream of someday opening your own gym, then THIS is the podcast for you. Vince Gabriele is the author of 11 books – all written to help gym owners grow their business. After running his New Jersey gym for 13 years (that he still owns today) he now helps gym owners become great business owners so they can enjoy life in the fitness industry. He founded and owns 4 companies: Gabriele Fitness, Grit Athlete Performance, Fitness Business University and KISS Marketing. His podcast, The Fitness Business university podcast is ranked second among all fitness business podcast in the world. And today, we’re going to take a deep dive into the world of small group training and how to make it a profitable business!   Problems are inevitable in business, but it’s important to navigate how you respond to them. Controlling your emotions and making decisions based on reality rather than emotion is key. – Vince Gabriele   This Week on the Physical Prep Podcast: Vince’s background and how he got started in the industry. Why his time at Fitness Quest 10 was such a critical piece of his development. What made him want to go out on his own and open a gym. Semi-Private training versus small group personal training – what’s the difference??? The short-term versus long-term marketing game, and which one you should be playing. Is Lifetime Customer Value the most important metric in your business? The “marketing glove” concept – and why the number ONE is the worst in regards to lead generation. Why speed is critical to your success in landing new clients. The thinking behind Good, Better and Best pricing structures. An overview of the BIGGEST MISTAKES Vince has seen with regards to pricing. The BIG Question. A fun lightning round where we talk business mistakes, big wins, life lessons, and what’s next for Vince Gabriele.     Connect with Vince: SmallGroupPersonalTraining.com   Related Links: Alwyn Cosgrove on Fat Loss Training, Mentorship and Paying it Forward Scott Schutte and Dr. Janine Stichter on the Psychology of Fitness in 2020   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! Spots are limited, and the next certification is set to launch in September. 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, 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 Vince Gabriele on Marketing, Lead Generation and Lifetime Customer Value in Your Fitness Business appeared first on Robertson Training Systems.

In this day and age, how do you find ways to truly “stand out” as a strength and conditioning or performance coach? Why is it important to understand the game, and then work backwards when designing a training program? And how do you know when what started off as “good” adaptations have actually started to NEGATIVELY IMPACT your athletes? If you’ve ever thought about any of these questions, then you’re going to love today’s episode! Rick Franzblau has spent close to 20 years at Clemson University. He’s currently is in his ninth year as director of Olympic sports performance, and 10th with baseball. At Clemson, Franzblau has worked with 11 ACC championship track & field squads, eight individual NCAA champions and seven track & field Olympians. In 2021, he worked with the national championship men’s soccer team. And in this episode, we’re going to take a deep dive into biomechanics, arm care, and helping your athletes perform at their highest level!   It starts with output and we start to peel back layers in the decision tree there. – Rick Franzblau   This Week on the Physical Prep Podcast: Rick’s background and how he got started in the world of physical prep. How he got to Clemson, and why he’s never left! Why is it important to understand the game and then work backwards when designing programs or interventions? The difference between S&C and player development and sports performance. How throwing a baseball versus a football are different on the body. Rick’s thoughts on “arm care,” and how he sells it to his athletes. Why creating adaptations are important, but also knowing when a good adaptation has gone too far. How YOU as a coach can show value outside the traditional role as an S&C coach. The BIG Question. A really fun lightning round where we talk snowy New York colleges, his biggest takeaway from working with Bill, his favorite thing about working in baseball, and what’s next for Rick Franzblau.     Connect with Rick: Rick on X/Twitter   Related Links: Dr. Jenn Reiner-Marcello on the Intersection between Movement and Sports Science in Baseball Aaron Cunanan on Developing a Sports Science Team in Pro Baseball Bill Hartman’s Unified Health and Performance Network   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! Spots are limited, and the next certification is set to launch in September. 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, 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 Rick Franzblau on Bucketing Athletes, Arm Care, and Reverse Engineering the Sport of Baseball appeared first on Robertson Training Systems.

If you’ve ever followed an NBA season, you might think that once the regular season or playoffs are over, that the performance coaches get to take a 2, 3 or even 4 month break before getting back into that pre-season grind. But unfortunately, that’s just not the case. In fact, in most cases once the season is done, a whole new set of responsibilities emerge – and we’re going to lean into that topic today with my guy Erik Huddleston. Erik is currently a sports performance coach for the Indiana Pacers. Prior to his current role, he also worked as a G-League performance with the Indiana Mad Ants, was director of performance at the one and only IFAST, and also interned with both Texas Tech and Indiana University basketball. And in this show, we’re going to take a behind the scenes look at being a performance coach in the NBA!   When you improve how something looks and feels, but it also has transferability over to the court, what else can I ask for? – Erik Huddleston   This Week on the Physical Prep Podcast: What’s new with my guy E since the last time we chatted. What the transition is like going from the private sector to the NBA world. Why ADAPTABILITY is so crucial if you want to work in pro sports. The biggest lessons he learned early on, and why there’s so much more to it than just coaching. How the roles of an NBA performance coach shift when the season is over. His role during NBA Summer League, and what he tries to get done during that 2-3 week stretch. The role consistency plays in doing your job at a high level. What goes into the job OUTSIDE of coaching? Interactions between teams, and how to improve communication across coaches to ensure athletes get the best possible outcomes.     Connect with Eric: Eric on Instagram   Related Links: IFAST Basketball Insiders Erik Huddleston on the Life of a Serial Intern Mike Irr Podcast Chris Chase Podcasts Eric Schmitt on Program Design and Agile Periodization in the NBA   Become an ELITE Performance Coach at IFAST Basketball Insiders! If you want to give your athletes real-world strength that will carry over to the court… …help them build the power and explosiveness to blow by defenders or finish at the rim… …or give them the brakes they need to stop on a dime and stay healthy, you need to join IFAST Basketball Insiders! Each and every month, you’re going to get access to high-end content from myself and trusted experts that will help you write better programs, coach more effectively, and get the absolute most out of your workouts. With everything from sample programs you can swipe and deploy, to case studies showing real-world results, and even exercise breakdowns and tutorials, my goal is to make sure that every program you write and exercise you coach is more effective for your basketball players. But the content is really just the starting point, as every month we’ll have a Q&A call where you can ask me anything about your basketball players. And last but not least, when you join IBI you’re going to be surrounded by a community of basketball strength and conditioning coaches – people who are not only doing this at a high-level themselves, but who also want to help you succeed as well. If you’re serious about taking your basketball strength and conditioning skills to the next level, just head over to IFASTBasketballInsiders.com to get signed up. I can’t wait to see you in there!   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, 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 Erik Huddleston on Sport-Specificity, Adaptability and Co-Working with Athletes in the NBA appeared first on Robertson Training Systems.

Football and rugby may be two of the most violent – and exciting – sports on the planet today. So how do you go about preparing young athletes for these sports? How do you get them prepared for the physical nature and brutality they’ll be exposed to on the field? And how can you make sure that the best overall athletes stay in the game long enough to show what they can REALLY do? Well luckily for you, my guy Andy Ryland and I are going to cover all that in today’s show! Andy is USA Football’s senior manager of education and training. He has consulted with programs, coaches and athletes at every level – from high school, the NCAA, NFL and professional and international level rugby. He is widely recognized as a foremost expert on tackling and the preparation for contact with athletes, and today, we’re going to take a deep dive into everything collision sports!   When you talk to an elite level player they see the lean, the little movement, they see the opening before it’s there because their pattern recognition and game database is so massive. – Andy Ryland   This Week on the Physical Prep Podcast: A brief bio about Andy and how he got started in physical prep. His career arc and how he ended up working with USA Football. For the uninitiated, the biggest similarities and differences between rugby and football. Andy’s thoughts on building more physically robust athletes. The biggest differences you see across levels – from youth, to collegiate, to professional athletes. Why it’s so important to help late-maturing athletes to “stay in the game.” Chinks in the armor: What are the biggest gaps he’s seen in the preparation of athletes? And how can we address these? At the youth level, what we’re doing well – and areas where we still need to improve Tackling prep: How do you get kids mentally and physically ready to run into and tackle each other? The BIG Question and a really fun lightning round!     Connect with Andy: Andy on IG Andy on X/Twitter   Related Links: Here’s the crazy sequence Andy was talking about in rugby!   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! Spots are limited, and the next certification is set to launch in September. 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, 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 Andrew Ryland on Shared Mental Models, Integrated Shoulder Work, and Fighting Giant Humans appeared first on Robertson Training Systems.

What is life REALLY like in the NBA? What are the pros and cons of being in that space? And if you ever leave, what’s it like transitioning into the private training space? If you’ve ever wondered about any of these questions, today’s guest is uniquely qualified to answer all of them! Mike Irr is the owner of Alpha Athletic Development, a private training facility in Atlanta. But prior to his time there, he also spent over a decade in the league – with stops in Chicago, Charlotte, Golden State, and Atlanta. Oh – and don’t forget that short stint as a PT student at IFAST as well! So in today’s episode, we’re not only going to look at what like if like in the NBA, but how to be successful both there and in the private sector!   If you’re a guard I want you to be strong, but I also need you to get by somebody on the court. – Mike Irr   This Week on the Physical Prep Podcast: A little bit about Mike and how he got started in the world of physical preparation. His career arc and all the stops he had along the way – from UCONN, to the NBA, to IFAST, and then back to the NBA. What life is really like in the NBA, and what the day-to-day job entails. Contrasting what life is like “in the league” versus what it’s like in the private sector. How he can leverage his time and what he learned in the NBA into his coaching today. How his philosophy has shifted and evolved since he first got started in the game. The intersection between S&C and PT, and how to better blend the two. Should strength coaches become PT’s? And what potential advantages are there to doing that? The BIG Question (take 2) Our always popular lightning round where we talk kiddos, advice for the private sector, advice for getting into the NBA, and what’s next for Mike Irr.     Connect with Mike: Train with Alpha Website Train with Alpha Instagram Mike on LinkedIn   Become an ELITE Basketball S&C Coach at IFAST Basketball Insiders! If you want to give your athletes real-world strength that will carry over to the court… …help them build the power and explosiveness to blow by defenders or finish at the rim… …or give them the brakes they need to stop on a dime and stay healthy, you need to join IFAST Basketball Insiders! Each and every month, you’re going to get access to high-end content from myself and trusted experts that will help you write better programs, coach more effectively, and get the absolute most out of your workouts. With everything from sample programs you can swipe and deploy, to case studies showing real-world results, and even exercise breakdowns and tutorials, my goal is to make sure that every program you write and exercise you coach is more effective for your basketball players. But the content is really just the starting point, as every month we’ll have a Q&A call where you can ask me anything about your basketball players. And last but not least, when you join IBI you’re going to be surrounded by a community of basketball strength and conditioning coaches – people who are not only doing this at a high-level themselves, but who also want to help you succeed as well. If you’re serious about taking your basketball strength and conditioning skills to the next level, just head over to IFASTBasketballInsiders.com to get signed up. I can’t wait to see you in there!   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, 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 Mike Irr on Mountaintop Goals, Embracing Change and Life in the NBA appeared first on Robertson Training Systems.

Okay serious question – have you ever pondered what the training is like for fighter pilots? Maybe it’s just me, but as a young kid growing up watching Top Gun I always wondered what training looked like for guys like Maverick, Goose, Iceman and Slider…and somehow I just knew it probably took more than just playing beach volleyball! And today, we’ve got someone that can really help us shed some light on this topic! Tyler Koch has over 13 years of experience in the field of Human Performance. Most recently, he worked as a Subject Matter Expert for the United States Air Force, overseeing Human Performance within the F-35 fighter pilot community. He was also integral in founding the first ever Human Performance Initiative within Undergraduate Pilot Training. And in this show, we’re going to take a deep dive into what it REALLY TAKES from a physical perspective to be a fighter pilot!   If you can deadlift 1.5-2x your body weight, and if you can do that, your ability to pull G’s is going to be improved. – Tyler Koch   This Week on the Physical Prep Podcast: How Tyler got started in the world of physical preparation. His career arc, and how he ultimately he ended up working for the Air Force. What physical tools does it take to be a fighter pilot? And is there a “perfect” archetype? The background of physical development in the pilot community, and how it’s evolved over the years. How Tyler trained his pilots, and how the various levels of school along the way prepared them differently Neck Training 101: How race driving and flying are somewhat – but not entirely – similar. The biggest pros and cons of working within the military, and the concept of building a culture within a culture. The BIG Question. And arguably the most important question we discuss – how realistic is Top Gun???     Connect with Tyler: Tyler on Instagram   Become an ELITE Basketball S&C Coach at IFAST Basketball Insiders! If you want to give your athletes real-world strength that will carry over to the court… …help them build the power and explosiveness to blow by defenders or finish at the rim… …or give them the brakes they need to stop on a dime and stay healthy, you need to join IFAST Basketball Insiders! Each and every month, you’re going to get access to high-end content from myself and trusted experts that will help you write better programs, coach more effectively, and get the absolute most out of your workouts. With everything from sample programs you can swipe and deploy, to case studies showing real-world results, and even exercise breakdowns and tutorials, my goal is to make sure that every program you write and exercise you coach is more effective for your basketball players. But the content is really just the starting point, as every month we’ll have a Q&A call where you can ask me anything about your basketball players. And last but not least, when you join IBI you’re going to be surrounded by a community of basketball strength and conditioning coaches – people who are not only doing this at a high-level themselves, but who also want to help you succeed as well. If you’re serious about taking your basketball strength and conditioning skills to the next level, just head over to IFASTBasketballInsiders.com to get signed up. I can’t wait to see you in there!   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, 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 Tyler Koch on How to Build an Elite Fighter Pilot appeared first on Robertson Training Systems.

If you’re interested in learning more about soft skills, or how to really communicate with your clients and athletes, THIS is the show for you. Lucy Hendricks is the co-owner Enhancing Life gym in Lexington, Kentucky. Here, she’s created a sanctuary for people sidelined from exercise due to pain, chronic disease, autoimmune issues, or sedentary lifestyles. Her gym takes an individualized approach, meeting clients where they are physically and mentally, and focuses on removing barriers and reducing anxiety to ease them into fitness. And today, Lucy and I are going to take a deep dive into the exact skills that has made her gym such a success!   Most people join the industry because they have a passion for fitness and lifting. No one joins the industry because they want to be someone’s friend. – Lucy Hendricks   This Week on the Physical Prep Podcast: The very cool story behind how Lucy got started in the industry (and yes I am biased for this one). How she moved from a “biomechanics coach” to one who focuses more on the soft skills. Why creating the appropriate gym culture was so important to Lucy. Her keys to creating better relationships and improving rapport with your clients and athletes. How to listen and empathize with your people, without taking their problems home with you. Lucy’s thoughts on communicating more effectively both in and out of the gym. Ways to have discussions about pain and injury, without contradicting medical advice they may have received. The BIG Question. Our always popular lightning round where we talk about listening, communication and cultivating a curious mindset.     Connect with Lucy: Instagram Enhancing Life Website   Related Links: Zac Cupples on the Life of a Mercenary PT Mark Fisher Podcasts Business for Unicorns   Become an ELITE Basketball S&C Coach at IFAST Basketball Insiders! If you want to give your athletes real-world strength that will carry over to the court… …help them build the power and explosiveness to blow by defenders or finish at the rim… …or give them the brakes they need to stop on a dime and stay healthy, you need to join IFAST Basketball Insiders! Each and every month, you’re going to get access to high-end content from myself and trusted experts that will help you write better programs, coach more effectively, and get the absolute most out of your workouts. With everything from sample programs you can swipe and deploy, to case studies showing real-world results, and even exercise breakdowns and tutorials, my goal is to make sure that every program you write and exercise you coach is more effective for your basketball players. But the content is really just the starting point, as every month we’ll have a Q&A call where you can ask me anything about your basketball players. And last but not least, when you join IBI you’re going to be surrounded by a community of basketball strength and conditioning coaches – people who are not only doing this at a high-level themselves, but who also want to help you succeed as well. If you’re serious about taking your basketball strength and conditioning skills to the next level, just head over to IFASTBasketballInsiders.com to get signed up. I can’t wait to see you in there!   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, 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 Lucy Hendricks on Listening, Empathy and Effective Communication in the Gym appeared first on Robertson Training Systems.

If you train basketball players, this show is for you! This was our first FREE IFAST Basketball Insider’s Q&A call, and once everyone gets over the fear of asking me questions, I think it’s pretty darn good. We discuss all sorts of relevant topics – from speed training, to conditioning, to better long-term hoops development – that I think every strength and conditioning coach can relate to. So without any further ado, let’s dive in!   Teach them to close out in a balanced manner and find their heels first, versus doing a chop where they take 30 steps to slow down. – Mike Robertson   This Week on the The Physical Prep Podcast: Dealing with Achilles issues from both a local AND global perspective. Private sector strength coaches: How to work WITH the local high school S&C program to get better results. Using the weight room to develop strength and lean body mass. My favorite linear acceleration and deceleration activities. And my favorite lateral acceleration and change of direction activities. Should kids just be playing more? Or do we need to focus more time on skill development? The difference between small-sided games and open court versus organized tournaments. Conditioning for the older or overweight athlete – where do you start?     Related Links: IFAST Basketball Insider’s   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, 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 IFAST Basketball Insider’s Q&A Call appeared first on Robertson Training Systems.