If you work with gen pop clients or runners that are struggling with nagging aches and pains, then this episode is a must-listen. Dr. Michelle Boland is a certified strength and conditioning coach with distinction and owner of Michelle Boland Training, LLC. Michelle was previously the Director of Education at a private training facility and has several years experience as a Strength and Conditioning Coach for a D1 collegiate institution. Michelle specializes in movement biomechanics, athletic development, and improving fitness while addressing nagging pain or injuries that may be limiting performance. And in this episode, I think there’s some great discussion about how to help these clients the most when it comes to writing their programs and training them in the gym.   When they walk in – BOOM! – they should feel like a part of the community. – Michelle Boland   This Week on the Physical Prep Podcast: A little bit about Michelle and what she’s been up to since the last time she was on the show. Michelle tries to help me understand her passion for running (which I tend to loathe) The biggest gaps she sees when training runners, and how we can address those in the weight room. Why focusing on foot contacts is such a critical piece of the puzzle for runners. Michelle’s thoughts on moving from coach to client after working with Dan Sanzo. Why EVERY COACH should put themselves in an environment where they are being coached. The biggest lessons Michelle has learned training gen pop clients. What she wishes she knew when she was training clients 5-10 years ago. Thinking forward, how Michelle wants to grow and evolve over the next 5-10 years. Thoughts on her “Can You See the Difference” IG posts, and why they’re so helpful to both coaches and clients alike. A really fun lightning round where we talk about Coach Mike Boyle, favorite runs of 2023, and running goals for 2024.     Connect with Michelle: Michelle’s Instagram More Train, Less Pain Podcast   Related Content: Building a Principles-Based Approach to Training with Michelle Boland Michelle Boland on Resets, Asymmetry and Variability Days Dan Sanzo on Mindset, Coaching and Becoming a Mentor Menachem Brodie on Strength Training for the Competitive Cyclist Mark Fisher on Unicorns, Ninjas and Business Success Alwyn Cosgrove on Fat Loss Training, Mentorship and Paying it Forward Pat Rigsby on Building Your Ideal Fitness Business Unreasonable Hospitality Book   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 2023. 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, 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. Thanks so much for your support – love and appreciate you! The post Michelle Boland on Lessons Learned in Running and Coaching appeared first on Robertson Training Systems.

Advice for up-and-coming coaches includes focusing on process-based goals, the value of mentors, building relationships with clients, and the importance of continuous learning. Emphasizing the significance of diverse experiences, making mistakes, and investing in education. Prioritizing mentorship, committing to growth, and supporting others in the coaching field.

Fitness educator Pete McCall discusses the importance of recovery in training, emphasizing sleep and planning. He shares his journey in fitness education, highlighting the shift towards prioritizing recovery for better performance. The discussion includes tips on optimizing recovery, financial advice, and future plans in fitness education.

Do you train young athletes? Do you want to help inspire and empower them? And do you want to help them learn how to take care of their body for a lifetime? If so you’re going to love this week’s show! Dr Sean Maloney is a strength and conditioning coach and lecturer based in Milton Keynes, England. He started his own coaching business, Maloney Performance, back in 2011 following an internship with the English Institute of Sport. Currently, Sean leads S&C support for MK Breakers basketball club and MK Badminton Academy, with private work predominantly focused on the development of youth athletes. Sean teaches on the MSc Strength & Conditioning Course at Middlesex University, as well as for the University of Bedfordshire and the Professional Golfers’ Association. And in this episode, we’re going to take a deep dive into how to build confident and empowered young athletes!   The gym rewards discipline and consistency – two traits I really value. – Sean Maloney   This Week on the Physical Prep Podcast: Sean’s background and how he got started in physical preparation. How Sean got started training young athletes, and why he’s so passionate about it. Why he pulls training methods from various disciplines and sports to create a truly fun and engaging training experience. What does it mean to empower your athletes? And why is this important? How the weight room helped Sean build confidence, and how he’s now instilling that with his young athletes. Sean’s thoughts on building the next generation of great young coaches. The power of asking questions and being curious to develop critical thinking skills. Why Sean does NOT want to be known as a specialist – and the difference between your business marketing and overall mindset!     Connect with Sean: Sean’s Instagram Sean on Research Gate   Related Links: Jeremy Frisch Podcasts Joe Kenn Podcasts   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 2023. 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, 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. Thanks so much for your support – love and appreciate you! The post Sean Maloney on Empowering and Building Confidence in Young Athletes appeared first on Robertson Training Systems.

We’re BAAAACCCKKKKK! It’s been a hot minute since I did a Q&A episode, but we’ve got some great questions this time around. With topics ranging from breathing exercises, to developing training programs for gen pop athletes, to my thoughts on flywheel training, we cover a ton of ground in this episode. So enough from me – let’s do it!   If it’s possible, this was my best and the worst off-season of all-time…and that’s the best way I can explain it! – MR   This Week on the Physical Prep Podcast: What’s new in my life, kiddo birthdays, and ALL of the travel. A cool, upcoming event you’re going to want to learn more about! Reflections on my 23rd year of coaching What I did well this off-season, and some areas I really need to improve on next year My goals for the 2024 basketball off-season Why I blew up and streamlined all of our Instagram accounts How I categorize exercises like chops and lifts, and where they fit into my programming How I design and layout training programs for gen pop athletes Why it’s so important to have real goals for gen pop athletes – even if the deadlines are somewhat artificial Where I use breathing exercises in my workouts How the rationale changes if you using breathing exercises pre- vs. post-workout My thoughts on flywheel training, and if it can replace traditional free weights Dealing with and giving feedback to difficult coaches Where should mobility and stability exercises fit into a program My thoughts on Harry Mack     Related Links: Podcasts Mentioned Alex Natera on Athletic Assessments, Isometric Training and Repeat Power Ability Mark Fisher on Unicorns, Ninjas and Business Success Updated Instagram Pages: Robertson Training Systems IFAST Basketball IFAST Gym Show Sponsors Hawkin Dynamics Exerfly   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 2023. 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. Thanks so much for your support – love and appreciate you! The post Gen Pop Programming, Flywheel Training and Breathing Exercises (October Q&A) appeared first on Robertson Training Systems.

Mark Fisher, co-founder of Business for Unicorns and Mark Fisher Fitness, discusses the challenges of running a gym during the pandemic and shares time management and business tips for success. Topics include evolving during COVID, outsourcing administrative tasks, time management strategies, starting a YouTube channel, and personal and leadership growth through challenges.

If you’ve ever wondered how to write training programs for an NBA athlete, you’re going to love this episode. Whether we’re talking about off-season development, managing the grind of an 82-game season, or bringing an injured athlete back to 100%, today’s guest has seen it all. Eric Schmitt is in his fifth year as the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach with the Memphis Grizzlies. And prior to his arrival in Memphis, he served as the Director of Sports Performance at the University of California, Santa Barbara from 2016-2019, and he came to UCSB after serving as an Assistant Sports Performance Director at UCLA from 2013-2016. And in this episode, Eric and I are going to take a deep dive into program design for NBA athletes.   By just training you can get a good idea if someone has been training…and if someone hasn’t been training that’s pretty evident as well. So you can treat that session like an evaluation without having to go through more formal testing measures. – Eric Schmitt   This Week on the Physical Prep Podcast: Eric’s background and how he got started in the world of physical preparation. The exit interview process, and how he goes about setting goals for the off-season. Why frequently tapping into and talking to your athletes sets the stage for long-term success. How private S&C coaches can best integrate with NBA coaches to get the best results for the athlete. Why bouncing around from city-to-city may look cool on the ‘gram, but ultimately hampers development. The role of transparency in the communication process, and why this is so critical to an athletes success. The intake and evaluation process athletes go through when they report for pre-season training camp. Why Roy Hibbert told me he wasn’t doing any testing or evaluation for at least the first week of our training together. Nerding out on program design: The micro, meso and macrocycles the Grizz use to plan and periodize the in-season. Why utilizing minimum effective dose is crucial, and how much work you REALLY NEED to maintain strength qualities. Return to play, and how to effectively collaborate between athletic trainers, physical therapists and strength coaches.     Connect with Eric: Eric Schmitt IG   Related Links: Chris Chase on the Trainable Exercise Menu   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. Thanks so much for your support – love and appreciate you! The post Eric Schmitt on Program Design and Agile Periodization in the NBA appeared first on Robertson Training Systems.

Can you believe it??? 400 freakin’ episodes of the Physical Prep Podcast. It’s crazy just typing that number, let alone thinking that I’ve actually recorded and produced that many shows! But here’s the thing – the goal was never to do 400 shows. The goal was to do 50-100, and then shut it down. But the longer I do this, the more I enjoy it. The conversations. The people. The learning! So in today’s episode, I’m going to take you on a long and winding tour of IFAST, Robertson Training Systems, and what you can look forward to in the months and years to come here on the podcast. Let’s do this!   We are servants to others…but if I want to have the biggest impact on other people, I have to take care of myself FIRST. – MR   This Week on the Physical Prep Podcast: How this episode is like the “State of the IFAST and RTS Union” How Young Lance’s wedding had me all in my feels Reflections on the amazing run we had at IFAST, and why it’s time to evolve 23 years in, the things that still get me excited about training and coaching What’s most important to Mike Robertson at 45 years of age Why letting go of the internship program is so hard, but absolutely the next step in my growth Waaaayyyyy too many thank-you’s, but especially to Bill Questions I’m asking myself to reframe my life, career and learning going forward The people outside of IFAST and RTS that have driven our growth My content strategy going forward (aka what I’m going to do with the podcast, videos and newsletter going forward) A quick overview of my most downloaded podcasts, and a contrast between where we started and where we are now! Goals for my content and audience going forward (including my BIG goals for both the pod and YouTube) Why I have outcome-based goals, but why the process-based goals are driving the show Last but not least, an insiders look at my personal goals in life, and why they’re so important to me     Related Podcasts: Dr. Keith Baar on Building Bulletproof Tendons Physical Preparation with Dr. Stuart McGill Dr. Stuart McGill on Building the Athletic Spine Eric Cressey on Building the Bulletproof Baseball Shoulder Joel Jamieson on the Train, Recover and Repeat Mindset Dr. Amy Bender on the Science of Sleep And last but not least the 1st Episode of the Physical Prep Podcast with Lori Lindsey   My 1st YouTube Coaching Videos:   Subscribe, Rate & Share! Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of The Physical Preparation Podcast – your one-stop-shop for 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. Thanks so much for your support – love and appreciate you! The post Episode #400! The Past, Present and Future of RTS and IFAST appeared first on Robertson Training Systems.

Elite speed and performance coach Les Spellman shares his models and systems for evaluating, training, and coaching athletes to improve their speed. He discusses his acceleration model, coaching techniques across different sports, and the importance of force-velocity profiling. Les also talks about creating a universal speed rating and his love for training kids. This episode provides valuable insights for coaches looking to help their athletes get faster.

Have you ever wondered why some athletic endeavors come so easily to certain people? For instance, some people can just jump out of the gym. Others can run for days and never seem to tire. And some can squat or deadlift the equivalent of a compact car while barely breaking a sweat! Well if you’ve ever wondered how body shapes impact your ability to express athleticism then THIS is the show for you. Bill Hartman is known for finding solution for people in pain that have failed with other forms of treatment. He’s the owner of IFAST Physical Therapy, and my business partner at Indianapolis Fitness and Sports Training for over 15 years now. But beyond his skills as a physical therapist, he’s probably more well-known these days for creating what he describes as “The Model” – which is a truly unique way to looking at human movement, and what we’ll be focusing on in this show.   All measurements on the table are dirty. All movements are multi-factorial. But the goal is to start to shift the probabilities in our favor. – Bill Hartman   This Week on the Physical Prep Podcast: A little bit about Bill, and what’s new since the last time we were on the show. What prompted him to create “The Model.” The two archetypes, and why having a Wide or Narrow infrasternal angle (ISA) impacts your movement. What’s the difference between an archetype and a configuration? And why should you care? Why Bill took the standard, 3-plane movement model and condensed it down to one. The role of table testing in his assessment process. Should trainers and coaches take them time to learn table tests? And if so, where should they start? Bill’s thoughts on the gait cycle, and why foot contacts are so important for improving movement strategy. Why “flat feet” aren’t necessarily a bad thing. How shifting your center of gravity back can unlock your mobility and reduce pain in the ankles, knees, hips and lower back. What Bill wished he knew earlier in the process, and what he’s working on now to take his model to the next level. Last but not least, a really found lightning round where we talk Van Halen concerts, 80’s movies, and Bill’s budding music career.     Connect with Bill: Bill’s Website Bill’s Instagram Bill’s YouTube Page   Related Links: IFAST University Reconsider Website Reconsider Podcast   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. I’d love to get your feedback on the show as well, so if you have 2-3 minutes please fill out my survey and let me know what you think! And last but not least, after hundreds of requests you can now donate to the show. Every donation goes to making the Physical Prep Podcast better – whether that’s improving the sound, lightning, or taking production up a notch or two. Thanks so much for your support – love and appreciate you! The post Bill Hartman on How Body Shapes Drive Movement and Performance appeared first on Robertson Training Systems.