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October 21, 2018 117 mins

Strength, Power, Speed and Agility

Episode 447 - Physical Fitness with Brandon Powers

This is episode 447 of the SSA Podcast and I am so pleased that you have joined us.

 

In this week’s show we take a serious look at the details of physical fitness with Brandon Powers.

 

Who is Brandon Powers

Brandon has a serious resume when it comes to service and understanding of physical fitness.

  • United States Coast Guard 2001-2008
  • UW-La Crosse 2011; BS Exercise and Sport Science - Fitness, Minor in Nutrition, Concentrations in Strength and Conditioning as well as Coaching Competitive Athletics
  • Ohio University 2013; MS Recreational and Sport Science
  • Strength and Conditioning Coaching experience at the D1 and D3 levels
  • Exercise Physiologist at Ellsworth Air Force Base training military and police
  • Currently doing online/distance coaching through On Target Performance
  • Competitive USPSA shooter - Master Class
  • COO of Fireline Shooting & Training Center
  • Husband and father. Been married for 8 years and have 5 year old little girl and 4 year old little boy

 

Today We Talk About:

  • The performance pyramid (movement, performance, skill)
  • Specific Purpose Prep (SPP) vs General Purpose Prep (GPP)
  • Programming (Strength, Power, Hypertrophy, Endurance)
  • Conditioning (Work:Rest Ratio)
  • Diet / FUEL
  • Warm-Up / Cool - Down
  • Quality vs Quantity

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