NSTP #25: Building Athletes Beyond Outdated Tests

In Episode 25, Jacob and Quintin push into less-explored corners of nervous system training — from five-minute eccentric pull-up holds to extreme isometrics and how these methods reshape adaptation. The conversation also critiques combine culture, bench press standards, and the gambling-driven side of modern athlete evaluation.

This episode is raw, experimental, and practical — a look at how far athletes can push their nervous systems, and whether the risks align with real-world performance.

0:00 – Intro & setting the stage6:10 – Eccentric pull-up challenges & extreme isometric strength12:45 – Why potentiation and activation drills matter19:30 – The “wild setups” for nervous system overload26:40 – Supercat, weight pressure systems & combine training tricks34:15 – Bench press obsession vs. real performance41:00 – How the NFL combine became a gambling spectacle47:20 – Nervous system demands vs. outdated performance tests53:55 – Closing reflections: building athletes who adapt, not just perform in tests

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