#227 Dr. Pat Ivey, Dr. Andreas Stomatis, and Dr. Ernie Reimer- BSAR

In this episode of the Beyond Sets and Reps podcast, Dr. Pat Ivey, Dr. Andreas Stamatis, and Dr. Ernie Reimer share reflections from their journey back from the Mississippi State Athlete Engineering Conference. The discussion kicks off with a humorous story about switching drivers on the highway and transitions into a deeper conversation about coaching, leadership, and teamwork. The hosts explore how their backgrounds in strength and conditioning have evolved into broader roles, focusing on mental health and performance services at the University of Louisville. They emphasize the importance of coaching not just athletes but also coaches and administrators to foster a culture of growth and holistic development.

The conversation also delves into the challenges and rewards of creating a human performance culture, the power of collaboration across sectors, and the need for organizations to care for their people in order to achieve sustainable success. They reflect on the importance of empathy, patience, and decisive action when driving change, sharing personal experiences from their careers. The episode wraps up with thoughts on leadership, resilience, and the strength required to guide teams through challenges while making a lasting impact.

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