The Strength Coach Podcast

Episode 432 of the Strength Coach Podcast Brought to You by Perform Better 

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Join host Anthony Renna as he chats with Coach Mike Boyle. They spoke about why terminology matters, new training strategies, and practical advice to help coaches and trainers level up their craft. Plus, Coach Boyle shares his thoughts on the importance of functional anatomy in athletic performance. 

Highlights of the episode include:  
- The ongoing debate: Does rotary power come from the hips or the ground?  
- Why anti-rotation exercises play a smart role in core training and how they fit the bigger picture.  
- Glute activation insights sparked by toe wedges – are they worth it?  
- Sled sprints vs. hill sprints – breaking down their effectiveness for athletes.  
- Naming exercises correctly: Addressing confusion around jumps, hops, bounds, and more.  
- For the Business for Unicorns Fitness Business Power Play, Mark Fisher is on to talk about Getting More Leads Without Paid ads 

To sign up for the complementary Business for Unicorn’s Feb. 12th webinar on How the Best Gym Owners Use AI, click here: go.businessforunicorns.com/gym-owners-and-ai

This episode is packed with actionable strategies and fresh insights for strength coaches, trainers, and fitness enthusiasts alike. Thanks for listening, and don’t miss out on the full episode!

CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Intro
02:33 - Mark Fisher’s Getting More Leads Tips
09:50 - Coaches Corner with Mike Boyle
12:56 - Anti-Rotation Exercises Explained
26:23 - Big Toe Wedge Benefits
31:30 - Hill Sprints vs Weighted Sled
35:45 - Exercise Naming 
41:15 - Importance of Terminology

Episode 431 of the Strength Coach Podcast, features Dr. Haley Perlus, a PhD in sport and exercise psychology and author of "Personal Podium." 

Brought to you by Perform Better, this episode is packed with actionable strategies and expert insights to help you optimize your mental game.

Dr. Perlus breaks down how biology, thoughts, and emotions are interconnected, offering strategies to align them for optimal results. Plus, hear fascinating stories from sports legends like the 1980 Olympic hockey team and Eric Heiden, bringing real-life applications to the discussion.

Highlights of the episode:
- Dr. Perlus talks about reframing anxiety as energy to fuel peak performance and shares practical tools to help athletes and professionals manage pressure effectively.
- We spoke about mental blocks, what they are, and how to overcome them to achieve fluid performance.
- Changing your relationship with pressure: Learn why pressure isn't the enemy but an invitation to thrive.
- Working with injured athletes: Tips for managing expectations and building resilience for a successful comeback.
- A fresh perspective on mental toughness and how to achieve it without relying solely on external motivators.
- Insights into why tracking devices should complement, not replace, self-awareness and evaluation in training and recovery.
- Mark Fisher will give us some tips on using Instagram on the Business for Unicorns Fitness Business Power Play

To sign up for the Business for Unicorn’s Feb. 12th webinar on how the best gym owners use AI, click here: go.businessforunicorns.com/gym-owners-and-ai

This episode also features updates on Perform Better's Functional Training Summits and resources for trainers and gym owners.

Perform Better, your go-to for functional training and rehab equipment. Check out Perform Better⁠ (https://www.performbetter.com).

Thanks for listening! Tune in to gain valuable tools and techniques to reframe anxiety, turn pressure into performance, and elevate your mental game.

CHAPTERS:
01:20 - Intro
03:15 - Business of Unicorns - Fitness Business Power Play
10:59 - How Our Thoughts Impact Performance
14:12 - Overcoming Mental Blocks
21:47 - Embracing Pressure as an Opportunity
24:34 - Identifying Performance Cues
25:44 - The Miracle on Ice: Leveraging Pressure
30:40 - Strategies for Managing Pressure
34:55 - Supporting Injured Athletes
39:55 - Challenging Yourself for Growth
43:10 - Importance of Performance Tracking
44:52 - Balancing Trackers and Self-Awareness
48:35 - Developing Mental Toughness
51:04 - Mastering Emotional Control
55:40 - Overview of “Personal Podium”
56:05 - Optimizing Mindset for Peak Performance
57:54 - Thank You

Welcome to Episode 430 of the Strength Coach Podcast, brought to you by Perform Better, the experts in functional training and rehabilitation! 

In this episode, host Anthony Renna talks to Mike Boyle about "Manipulation of Information" when it comes to research, continuing the discussion about Adults Lifting Heavy.

Highlights of the episode:
- We spoke about adults lifting heavy weights, focusing on safety, risks, and misconceptions, particularly for older adults and females.
- Coach Boyle shares insights into the controversy surrounding lifting heavy and addresses the importance of context, demographics, and safe programming.
- A chat about injury statistics, research reliability, and why experience matters when addressing training approaches for different populations.
- Hear how social media impacts perspectives in the fitness world and the role of semantics in the ongoing debate.
- Mark Fisher discusses artificial intelligence and its implications for fitness businesses.
To sign up for the Business for Unicorn’s Feb. 12th webinar on how the best gym owners use AI, click here: go.businessforunicorns.com/gym-owners-and-ai

This episode also features updates on Perform Better's Functional Training Summits and resources for trainers and gym owners. Don't miss this engaging discussion filled with actionable tips and fresh perspectives.

Perform Better, your go-to for functional training and rehab equipment. Check out Perform Better⁠ (https://www.performbetter.com).

Thanks for listening, and be sure to watch the full episode to learn more about lifting heavy safely and effectively!

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To sign up for Business for Unicorn’s Feb 12th webinar on how the best gym owners use AI, click here: go.businessforunicorns.com/gym-owners-and-ai

Want to build a fitness business that creates more income, impact, and freedom?
Here are some FREE biz-building resources from our friends at Business for Unicorns (https://businessforunicorns.com):
**Get the Little Book of Gym Marketing Secrets HERE- (https://go.businessforunicorns.com/gym-marketing-book)
**Book a free 10-minute intro call HERE (https://go.businessforunicorns.com/brainstorm)
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CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Intro
03:00 - Business for Unicorns Insights with Mark Fisher
06:20 - Coach Boyle's Training Philosophy
11:54 - Creating Controversy for Audience Engagement
17:48 - One Rep Max Testing Research for Older Adults
21:00 - Injury Prevalence in Fitness
23:28 - Strategies for Engagement
25:40 - Finding the Balance in Coaching
28:24 - Understanding Reps
31:00 - Career Paths for Personal Trainers and Strength Coaches
34:35 - Mike Boyle's Learning Journey
38:20 - Benefits of Social Media in Fitness
38:50 - Contrarian Views
39:28 - Coach Boyle Back on Twitter

Welcome to Episode 429 of the Strength Coach Podcast.  

Host Anthony Renna chats with Coach Mike Boyle about ithe year in review, his thoughts on the future in the fitness business, lifting heavy with adults & the Goldilocks Affect for Injuries as it relates to Training Loads and Sprinting Volume.
 
Highlights of the episode include:
- We talk about any changes from last year or even the year before, and what has “stuck”
- Expanding on weighted sprints- how, why & when
- Thoughts about what’s coming in fitness, including people taking control of their own health
- We revisited the Adults lifting Heavy posts he has on Instagram
- How to use the Goldilocks principle to “get things just right” in programming
- Goal setting tips from Business for Unicorn’s Mark Fisher.  He lays out his framework for setting goals and you can get his full framework free by emailing him at [email protected].

Brought to you by Perform Better, the experts in functional training and rehabilitation, this episode is packed with actionable strategies and thought-provoking discussions to help you build a thriving gym and community.

Perform Better, your go-to for functional training and rehab equipment. Check out Perform Better⁠ (https://www.performbetter.com).

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Get Mark’s complete framework for Goal Setting- email him at [email protected]

Want to build a fitness business that creates more income, impact, and freedom?
Here are some FREE biz-building resources from our friends at Business for Unicorns (https://businessforunicorns.com):
**Get the Little Book of Gym Marketing Secrets HERE- (https://go.businessforunicorns.com/gym-marketing-book)
**Book a free 10-minute intro call HERE (https://go.businessforunicorns.com/brainstorm)
**Follow BFU on Instagram HERE (https://www.instagram.com/businessforunicorns/)
**Subscribe to Mark Fisher’s channel on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/c/markfisherhumanbeing)
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Discover new ways to inspire and educate your clients while creating a safer and more effective training environment. Don’t forget to share your thoughts in the comments and tune in for more episodes! Thanks for listening!

In Episode 428 of the Strength Coach Podcast, host Anthony Renna chats with Scott Leech, Associate Director of Strength and Conditioning at the University of Rhode Island, to explore game-changing strategies for coaches, trainers, and athletes. 
The focus is on High School but Episode 428 is for everyone, packed with insights to help you rethink your approach to training and athlete development.

Highlights of the episode:
- Scott talks about why prioritizing speed, power, and jump training is replacing outdated max-effort lifts.
- A chat on programming smarter workouts and what strength coaches should subtract for better results.
- Insights on developing high school strength coaching programs with limited resources.
- How contact prep programs improve athlete confidence and safety in off-season training.
- Exploring bilateral vs. unilateral work, and why Olympic lifts might not be essential for everyone.
- A special discussion on IU football’s shortened practice approach and its impact on performance.
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We also dive into how Scott’s Gridiron Warrior platform is helping coaches elevate their training systems, plus tips for leveraging education and creativity to optimize training without breaking the bank.

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Thanks for listening! Engage with this episode and get ready to rethink strength training for smarter, more effective results.

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Want to build a fitness business that creates more income, impact, and freedom?
Here are some FREE biz-building resources from our friends at Business for Unicorns (https://businessforunicorns.com):
**Get the Little Book of Gym Marketing Secrets HERE- (https://go.businessforunicorns.com/gym-marketing-book)
**Book a free 10-minute intro call HERE (https://go.businessforunicorns.com/brainstorm)
**Follow BFU on Instagram HERE (https://www.instagram.com/businessforunicorns/)
**Subscribe to Mark Fisher’s channel on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/c/markfisherhumanbeing)
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CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Intro
03:20 - Maximizing the Member Experience, with Naamly
08 :20- Scott Leech interview
10:25- What’s Wrong with High School S&C?
14:37 - Importance of Subtraction in Training
17:10 - Strength Coaches' Essential Practices
19:31 - Coaching High School Coaches Effectively
23:10 - Contact Preparation Techniques
27:33 - Less is More Philosophy in Training
31:58 - Educating High School Coaches
37:15 - Benefits of Single Leg Training
40:38 - Speed and Explosiveness vs. Heavy Lifting
42:40 - Incorporating Olympic Lifts
45:18 - Financial Success as a Strength Coach
50:39 - Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
54:00 - Gridiron Warrior Insiders Insights