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Unleashing Mental Performance: Insights with Krystina Bertolone | CoachU Podcast

In this episode of the CoachU Podcast, host Coach U dives into the realm of mental performance with Krystina Bertolone, owner and founder of Game Changers Mental Performance. They explore the importance of mental toughness, resilience, and the impact of mindset on daily life and sports performance. Key topics include:
- Definition and sign...

Join Coach U and exercise physiologist Ken O’Shea in uncovering the profound impact of breath work on both athletic performance and mental health. Delve into breathing techniques that enhance endurance, reduce stress, and promote well-being. Explore the strategic application of nasal breathing in sports performance, pain management, and how self-massage aids in muscle recovery. With insights into stress management, discover how exe...

Unlocking Game Speed with Multidirectional Expert Jason Feairheller | Coach U Podcast

In this episode of the Coach U Podcast, we are joined by Jason Feairheller , a multidirectional speed expert and host of the Game Speed Podcast. Jason shares his journey into the sports performance industry, his favorite TV shows, and music interests.We delve into various aspects of athletic performance, discussing the science behind spee...

In this info packed episode of the Coach U Podcast, we're joined by Eric Yavarone and Noah Huff from 5 Tool Connection, an organization dedicated to athlete development through tailored training programs. Our guests share invaluable insights into the science of honing athletic performance, focusing on body movement analysis and individualized program design to propel athletes toward their peak potential.

We delve into...

Welcome to the latest episode of the Coach U Podcast, where we bring you the latest insights from the world of coaching and sports performance. In this episode, our host, Coach U, is joined by the incredible Alan Dean, head performance coach for Great Britain Baseball and seasoned strength and conditioning coach with over 30 years of experience. Get ready to dive deep into the world of athletic development and coaching as we discus...

In this episode of the Coach U Podcast, movement specialist Lee Taft shares valuable insights on the connection between fundamental movements, speed development, and athletic performance. Taft's expertise extends beyond traditional speed coaching, as he emphasizes the crucial role of fundamental movement patterns in building a strong base for athletes. 

Let's explore the key takeaways from the episode and how they can bene...

Welcome back to the Coach U Podcast! In today's episode, we have a special guest joining us: Dr. Donald Mull.

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Dr. Mull is here to share his insights and experiences on the current state of the medical system and the importance of collaboration in the health and fitness industry.

Dr. Mull starts by addressing the challenges of high demand and long wait times in the med...

Welcome to the Coach U Podcast, where today's episode features an in-depth conversation with Chris Martin, Coordinator of Minor League Strength and Conditioning for the Houston Astros. Join Coach U and Chris as they delve into the world of sports performance, rehab, and strength training in baseball.

In this episode, Chris shares valuable insights on the use of caffeine for performance enhancement and its impact on sl...

In this episode of the Coach U Podcast, host Coach U is joined by guest Dr. Josh Heenan, a renowned expert in strength and conditioning. The focus of this episode is on various aspects of training, movement, and orthopedics.

Dr. Heenan begins by stressing the importance of controlling the spine during deadlifts and squats. He explains that maintaining a neutral spine while picking up a load and controlling the eccentric force while ...

On this episode of Coach U Podcast, we delve into the importance of screening athletes to understand their physical capabilities and identify areas for improvement. Our guest, Dr. Sean Drake, emphasizes that screening is not about predicting injury but rather determining what an athlete can and cannot do. He highlights the need for coaches to adapt their methods and not dismiss athletes with physical limitations.

The epis...

Todays conversation features Julia Glanz R.D. - hormone nutritionist

ALL FEMALE athletes need to listen to this conversation.  It is full of insights to help you throughout your menstruation cycle.  We cover the key points pertaining to training and nutrition during the menstruation cycle, how to maximizing gut microbiome health, relative energy deficiency (pertains to everyone) which is crucial for all athletes to unders...

In today's conversation we talk to Nate Shemtov, a fellow strength coach and entrepreneur.  His path has lead him to exactly where he intended.  Find out how Nate built his path by putting himself in the best positions he could and taking advantage of every single opportunity.  
 
A couple of talking points include:

1. "I left a really comfortable situation."
2. "I want to make sure wherever I go, I am able ...

This episode features a conversation with Brandon McDaniel, the Vice President/Director of Player Performance for the Los Angeles Dodgers.  Brandon oversees a lot of departments including, but not limited to nutrition, physical therapy, performance training, scouting,  and athletic training.  All of these departments play a crucial role in helping the Dodgers players play at their highest levels. 

Learn from Brandon as he...

In the conversation with Mike Garrett, we talk all things business, the life of an entrepreneur, what he learned from watching his father lead 3000 men at a time for the United States Marine Corps, how to take ownership for yourself, and the reality of becoming great takes discipline and consistency. 

We cover A LOT in this, but here are the bullet points.

• you want to be in an environment that brings the best out of yo...

Dr. Ryan Chow show notes

This coversation is with Dr. Ryan Chow, DPT.  Ryan is a physical therapist.  He is the owner of Reload PT, located in New York City.   His clinic does not just do stem and heat.  They believe in teaching the foundations of movement in order to help their population accomplish their goals, whether to get back to the NFL, or to get rid of pain, Ryan and his team have a fantastic system in place to he...

This conversation features Nick Tintle, who is a world class lacrosse coach, former pro, and college player (University North Carolina).  He is on a mission to help others.  Nick has been through quite a lot in his life.  Listen in as he gives us insight into how he has taken the most painful times in his life and turn them into a positive outcome, by helping others.

Nick shares his story about why he left lacrosse after c...

This episode features a conversation with Eric Chessen.  Eric created Autism Fitness, which is an educational company that teaches anyone working with the autistic community how to communicate, manage, train or teach the autistic population.   Eric also makes training equipment through his second company, Stronger Than U.  His main goal is to make more compact, yet super efficient equipment (made in the USA) that has multiple purpo...

In this episode, I interview Dr. Frank Benedetto about his experiences throughout his career in the medical field.  He touches on why he thinks our medical system sucks and what he is doing to improve it.  Frank is a board certified physical therapist and has experienced unfortunate situations, both personally and professionally.  He talks about these experiences, one of which was his father dying, and in his eyes due to lack of ca...

Blood Flow Restriction Training has attracted an increasing amount of attention in the last decade in the US. However, work has focused on rehabilitation from musculo-skeletal injuries and improvement in strength and fitness for Olympic and Professional athletes. It is recognized that regular exercise and good nutritional practice are the “medicines” for health and fitness. We can take the lessons from Olympians and incorporate the...